Board of Electrical Appeals

~~Temporary~~

https://www.topeka.org/development-services/electrical-board-of-appeals/ (there are some discrepancies which are highlighted below)

Purpose

To review applications and approve the issuance of licenses in accordance with the Code of the City of Topeka. The board shall be empowered to hear and determine interpretations of applicable codes and to permit exceptions, variances, or waivers there from, provided such exceptions, variances, or waivers meet the intent of the adopted code and do not endanger life, limb, property or public welfare.

Appeals Applications

Applications shall be accompanied by a full written explanation of the rationale and reasoning for the request.

An appeal to the Electrical Board of Appeals must be turned in at least 2 weeks prior to the hearing date to:

Development Services Division
620 SE Madison Unit 6
Topeka, Kansas 66607

We are located on the 3rd Floor.

785-368-3905

Information to Accompany the Application

  • A detailed plan or drawing.
  • A written explanation of why the Code cannot or should not be enforced.
  • A written explanation of what you propose as an alternate that would meet the intent of the Code.

At this time, there is no cost associated with this appeal.

Note: If you miss the deadline, the Chairperson of the Board may add your appeal to the agenda if the circumstances warrant.

Meetings

Meetings are held every 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5:00pm, only if there is business for the board on the third floor of the Cyrus K. Holliday Office Building – 620 SE Madison St., Topeka, KS 66607

Membership

The board shall be comprised of two licensed electrical masters two licensed journeymen, and an engineer practicing in the trade, however, the two positions designated to be filled by journeymen may be filled by licensed journeymen, licensed masters, or engineers practicing in the electrical trade. Members shall be appointed by the mayor and serve two year terms. Members shall not serve beyond the end of their appointed terms. Upon expiration of a term the position shall remain vacant until a successor is appointed.

Current Members/Terms

  • Robert Bausch: 01/24–12/25
  • Ronald Mullins: 04/23–4/25
  • Shawn Smith: 01/23-12/24
  • Travis Gooden: 07/23–07/25
  • Vacant

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