Section 113 of the International Building Code, 2018 Edition, is amended to read as follows:

Section 113.3 Qualifications. The board of appeals shall consist of five (5) members who are qualified by experience and training to pass on matters pertaining to building construction and who are not employees of the jurisdiction. The Building Official shall be an ex officio member of and shall act as secretary to said Board but shall have no vote on any matter before the Board. The Board of Appeals shall be appointed by the Mayor and shall hold office at the Mayor's pleasure. The term of appointment of Board members shall be concurrent with the effective dates of this ordinance. The Board shall adopt rules of procedure for conducting its business, and shall render all decisions and findings in writing to the appellant with a duplicate copy to the Building Official. The appellant shall cause to be made at his own expense any tests or research required by the Board to substantiate claims.