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CITY CLERK
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AGENDA STATEMENT
CITY COUNCIL MEETI~,G DATE: MAY 4, 1999
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PUBLIC HEARINO: An Ordinance adopting the 1997 edition of
the Uniform Building Code, the 1996 National Electrical Code, the
1997 editions of the Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Mechanical
Code, Uniform Housing Code, Amending Chapter 5.08 of the
Dublin Municipal Code by Adopting by Reference the 1997
Uniform Fire Code, Amending Chapter 7.28 of the Dublin
Municipal Code (Building Regulation Administration) and
Repealing Chapter 7.56 of the Dublin Municipal Code (Swimming
Pool Enclosures)
Report Prepared by: Kenneth C. Petersen, Building Official
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Resolution Approving amendments to provisions in the
California Building Standards Code by reference including
(Exhibit A), Findings of Necessity for Amendments to the
Uniform Codes.
Proposed Changes to the Existing 1994 Codes and New 1997
Code Language for Uniform Building Code.
Proposed Changes to the Existing 1993 Codes and New 1996
Code Language for the National Electrical Code.
Proposed Changes to the Existing 1994 Codes and New 1997
Code Language for the Uniform Plumbing Code.
Proposed Changes to the Existing 1994 Codes and New 1997
Code Language for the Uniform Mechanical Code
Proposed Changes to the Existing 1994 Codes and New 1997
Code Language for the Uniform Housing Code
Proposed Amendments to Chapter 5.08 of the Dublin
Municipal Code and Adopting by Reference the 1997
Uniform Fire Code.
Proposed Amendments to Chapter 7.28 of the Dublin
Municipal Code Building Regulation Administration
Ordinance adopting the 1997 edition of the Uniform
Building Code (Exhibit A), the 1996 National Electrical
Code (Exhibit B), the 1997 editions of the Uniform
Plumbing Code (Exhibit C), Uniform Mechanical Code
(Exhibit D), Uniform Housing Code (Exhibit E), Amending
Chapter 5.08 of the Dublin Municipal Code by Adopting by
Reference the 1997 Uniform Fire Code (Exhibit F),
Amending Chapter 7.28 of the Dublin Municipal Code
(Building Regulation Administration Exhibit G); and
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H:bldg/ccsr bldg codes 5-4-99
RECOMMENDATION:
FINANCIAL STATEMENT:
DESCRIPTION:
Repealing Chapter 7.56 of the Dublin Municipal Code
(Swimming Pool Enclosures).
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Open Public Hearing and Hear Staff Presentation
Receive Public Testimony
Close Public Hearing and Deliberate .
Identify which Option (1,2, or 3) the City Council wants
included in amendments to the new 1997 Uniform Building
Code (Chapter 7.32) Regarding Wood Burning Stoves.
Adopt Resolution approving the Findings of Necessity for
Amendments to the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Building
Code, the 1996 National Electrical Code, the 1997 Editions
Uniform Plumbing, Code, Uniform Mechanical, Code,
Uniform Housing Code, and the Uniform Fire Code as
Recommended by Staff.
Waive Reading and introduce Ordinance which Adopts the
1997 Edition of the Uniform Building Code, the 1996
National Electrical Code, the 1997 Editions of the Uniform
Plumbing Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, Uniform
Housing Code, Amending Chapter 5.08 of the Dublin
Municipal Code by Adoption by Reference the 1997
Uniform Fire Code, Amending Chapter 7.28 of the Dublin
Municipal Code (Building Regulation Administration) and
Repealing Chapter 7.56 of the Dublin Municipal Code
(Swimming Pool Enclosures)
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No measurable additional costs.
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The uniform model construction codes are adopted and published by the California Building Standards
Commission and by the California Department of Housing and Community Development on a three-year
cycle. The provisions of this ordinance must take effect on July 1, 1999 pursuant to Government Code
section 36937.
The uniform codes must be adopted by the City as published by the State unless the City Council adopts a
resolution finding that changes or modifications are necessary due to local climatic; geological or
topographical conditions. A number of such changes or modifications were made by the Council when it
adopted the 1994 uniform codes.
The proposed ordinance adopting the 1997 model codes contains some of the same changes which were
included in the City's adoption of the 1994 codes, except as noted in the following paragraphs.
The proposed ordinance will eliminate Chapter 7.56 and create new Chapters 7.28, 7.32, 7.40, 7.44, 7.48
of the Dublin Municipal Code. This action will put the 1997 codes in place of the 1994 codes in these
sections of the municipal code. These new codes will benefit the City by:
1. Ensuring consistency with neighboring jurisdictions and the Bay Area.
2. Providing internally consistent, coherent and easier to use codes for City Staff.
3. Making it clearer for the public to review and to understand the uniform code
requirements.
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The proposed ordinance does not adopt the Administration Chapters of the uniform codes, which include
the permit fee tables, thus maintaining the City's current permit fees.
Summary of Prooosed Ordinance:
. The ordinance would repeal chapters 7.32, 7.36, 7.40, 7.44 and 7.48 and replace them with new chapters
7.32, 7.36, 7.40, 7.44 and 7.48. This was necessary due to the reformatting of the codes. The ordinance
would repeal chapter 7.56 which has been incorporated into chapter 7.32 as part of the model building
code, and the ordinance would amend chapters 5.08 and 7.28.
Summarv of Prooosed Changes to the Municioal Code:
There are two proposed changes to be added to the Dublin Municipal Code that will amend Chapter 7.28.
1. Section 7.28.155 of the Dublin Municipal Code adds a requirement that if a conflict between
Uniform Codes or Manufacturer's instructions exists the more stringent provisions shall
prevail. This modification is necessary to bring City's regulations in conformance with the
Uniform Code.
2. Section 7.28.310 C of the Dublin Municipal Code adds a requirement that if a plan submittal is
not complete that the architect on record shall list all Deferred Submittal items in the plans and
shall be required to review all Deferred Submittal before submittal to City for review. This
modification is necessary to bring City's regulations in conformance with the Uniform Code.
There are eight proposed changes to the Fire Code Chapter 5.08 Sections 5.08.010 through 5.08.050 of
the Dublin Municipal Code (Exhibit F & F-l for detailed description).
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1. 5.08.010 of the Dublin Municipal Code the year changed from 1994 to 1997 and 1998.
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Section 101 changed section numbers to be consistent with 1997/1998 text.
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Section 105.8 Appendix IV-B added to Christmas Tree Sales Item c.lO.
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Section 902.2.2.2 Public Works approvals of access roads prior to construction.
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Section 903.4.3 Hydrant marking deleted and the text of code has adopted the language.
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Section 1003.2 changed section numbers to be consistent with 1997/1998 text.
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Section 1006.2.4.1 Amendment deleted, text of code has adopted the language.
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Section 1007.3.4.2 language has been deleted and rewritten.
Summarv of Proposed Ootional Cham!es to be Added to the Ci!v of Dublin Municipal Code:
The City is concerned with wood burning because fireplaces and wood stoves generate 40 percent of the
particulate matter in the Bay Area during the winter months. Of greater concern are the fine particles,
which can lodge deep in the lungs causing permanent lung damage. Burning wood also generates carbon
. monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, volatile organic and toxic air pollutants. Following are three options for
addressing these concerns. The Bay Area Air Quality Management District recommended Option 2, in a
letter to City Officials on January 26, 1999. The Council should select one of these three options, which
would be included in the text of Chapter 7.32.
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Option 1. No regulations on the installation of solid fuel burning fireplaces.
Option 2. Regulation allowing for installation of certified fireplaces only.
Section 7.32.205 of the Dublin Municipal Code, Section 3101.1 of the Uniform Building Code, Chapter .
31, Prohibited Installations - add a new Section 3101.1 to read:
A. It shall be unlawful to install a woodbuming fireplace or appliance that is not one of the
following:
1. Pellet-fueled wood heater,
2. EP A certified wood heater,
3. Fireplace certified by EP A (Should EP A develop a fireplace certification program.)
Option 3. Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces and Appliance Prohibited completely.
Section 7.32.205 of the Dublin Municipal Code, Section 3101.1 of the Uniform Building Code, Chapter
31, Prohibited Installations - add a new Section 3101.1 to read:
A. It shall be unlawful to install a solid fuel burning fireplace or appliance.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council open the Public Hearing, hear the staff presentation, and public
testimony, close the Public Hearing, deliberate, adopt Resolution approving the Findings of Necessity for
Amendments to the 1997 Editions of the Uniform Building Code, Uniform Fire Code, Uniform Plumbing
Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, Uniform Housing Code, and 1996 Edition of the National Electrical .
Code as amended by staff; provide staff direction regarding the options for fireplaces; and waive the
reading and introduce the Ordinance (Attachment 9), and continue the matter to May 18, 1999 for a public
hearing for adoption of the Ordinance.
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RESOLUTION NO. -99
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
INCLUDING FINDINGS
REGARDING THE NEED FOR AMENDMENTS TO
PROVISIONS IN THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
TO BE ADOPTED BY REFERENCE
IN THE DUBLIN MUNICIPAL CODE
WHEREAS, Health and Safety Code Section 18938 makes provisions published in the California
Building Standards Code pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 17922 applicable to all occupancies
throughout the state and effective one hundred and eighty days after publication by the California
Building Standards Commission (the Commission), or at a later date established by the Commission; and
WHEREAS, Health and Safety Code Section 17958 permits cities to amend the requirements of
the California Building Standards Code in accordance with Health and Safety Code Sections 17958.5 and
17958.7; and
WHEREAS, Health and Safety Code Section 17958.5 permits cities in adopting provisions of the
California Building Standards Code to make such changes in such provisions as the city determines,
pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 17958.7, are reasonably necessary because of local climatic,
. geological, or topographical conditions; and
WHEREAS, Health and Safety Code Section 17958.7 requires that a city, before making changes
pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 17958.5, must make an express fmding that such changes are
reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions; and
WHEREAS, under Health and Safety Code Section 17958.7, changes pursuant to Health and
Safety Code Section 17958.5 may not become effective until the required findings, and the changes, have
been filed with the California Building Standards Commission; and
WHEREAS, Government Code Section 50022.2 permits enactment of city ordinances that adopt
codes or statutes, including codes of the State of California, by reference; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Dublin (the City Council) intends to adopt an
ordinance adopting by reference provisions of the California Building Standards Code; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed the reasons for proposed changes to the California
Building Standards Code set forth in Exhibit A;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council does hereby declare and find
that the changes to the provisions of the California Building Standards Code set forth in Exhibit A are
. reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geologic, or topographical conditions in accordance with
Health and Safety Code Section 17958.7; and
Attachment 1
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution, including Exhibit A, shall be
filed with the California Building Standards Commission in accordance with Health and Safety Code .
Section 17958.7.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this
following votes.
day of
, 1999, by the
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
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Attachment 1
EXHIBIT "A" TO RESOLUTION NO. - 99
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FINDINGS FOR MODIFICATIONS TO THE 1997 EDITIONS OF THE UNIFORM BUILDING
CODE, UNIFORM FIRE CODE, UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE, UNIFORM MECHANICAL
. CODE, UNIFORM HOUSING CODE AND THE 1996 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
Section 7.32.120 DMC Section 504.6, Chapter 5 UBC, Area separation walls-Amended.
Section 504.6 is amended by adding a new subsection 504.6.8 to read:
504.6.8 Area separation walls shall not be considered to create separate buildings for the
purpose of automatic fire-sprinkler system requirements as set forth in Chapter 9.
Exception: Buildings separated by continuous area separation walls of four-hour fire-resistive
construction without openings. Buildings required to have automatic fire-sprinkler protection as
set forth in Section 13113 of the Health and Safety Code are prohibited from using area separation
walls in lieu of automatic fire-sprinkler protection.
FINDING: This modification was necessary because the City of Dublin has a dry period of at
least five months each year. Additionally. the area is subject to occasional drought. Because
dryness. a rapidly burning grass fire or exterior building fire can quickly transfer to other
buildiD1!:s. These modifications are consistent with the Fire Authority havin2: jurisdiction.
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Section 7.32.130 DMC Section 505.4, Chapter 5 UBC, Yard restriction-Added.
A new Section 505.4 is added to read:
505.4 Yard Restriction. The increase in area permitted by Sections 505.1 and 505.2 of this
Section shall not be allowed unless or until the owner of the required yard shall file an agreement
binding such owner, his heirs, and assignees, to set aside the required yard as unobstructed space
having no improvements. Such agreement shall be recorded in the Alameda County Recorder's
Office.
FINDING: This modification was necessary because the City of Dublin has a dry period of at
least five months each year. Additionally, the area is subject to occasional drought. Because
dryness, a rapidly burning grass fire or exterior building fire can quickly transfer to other
buildings. These modifications are consistent with the Fire Authority having jurisdiction.
Section 7.32.140 DMC Sections 904.2.3, 904.2.3.9, 904.2.4.1.1, 904.2.5, 904.2.8,904.2.9.1,
904.2.12, Chapter 9 UBC, Automatic fire extinguishing systems-Amended.
Sections 904.2.3, 904.2.3.9, 904.2.4.1.1, 904.2.5, 904.2.8, 904.2.9.1, 904.2.12 are amended to read:
904.2.3 Group A Occupancies.
An automatic fire-extinguishing system shall be installed in all Group A Occupancies (except of
Type V construction) where the floor area exceeds 5,000 square feet (465 m2) and in all basements
floor area exceeds 1,500 square feet (139.4 m2). Group A occupancies that are of Type V
construction where the floor area exceeds 3,000 square feet (279 m2).
904.2.3.9 Group B Occupancies.
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An automatic fire-extinguishing system shall be installed in Group B occupancies (except Type
V construction) where the floor area exceeds 5,000 square feet (465 m2). An automatic sprinkler
system shall be installed in Group B, of Type V constl1!f!ion where the floqr area exceeds 3,000
square feet (279 m2). It .
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904.2.4.1.1 An automatic fire-extinguishing system shall be in Group E, Division 2 and 3
occupancies (except Type V construction) where the floor area exceeds 5,000 square feet (465
m2). An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in Group E, Division 2 and 3 of Type V
construction where the floor area exceeds 3, 000 square feet (279 m2).
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904.2.5 Group F Occupancies.
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An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in all Group F occupancies (except Type
V construction) where the floor area exceeds 5,000 square feet (465 m2) an automatic sprinkler
system shall be installed in all Group F occupancies of Type V construction where the floor area
exceeds 3,000 square feet (279 m2).
904.2.8 Group M and S Occupancies.
An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in Group M and S occupancies where the floor
area exceeds 5,000 square feet (465 m2) (except Type V construction). An automatic fire sprinkler
system shall be installed in all retail sales rooms classed as Group M and S occupancies of Type V
construction where the floor area exceeds 3,000 square feet (279 m2).
904.2.9.1 Group R, Division 1 and 3 Occupancies.
An automatic fire-extinguishing system shall be installed where the total area exceeds 5,000
square feet (465m2).
904.2.12 All Group A, B, E, H, I, R-l & R-3
Occupancies. Automatic fire-extinguishing systems shall be installed in all Groups A, B, E, H,
I, R-l & R-3 occupancies located more than 1 ~ miles from a fire station providing fire protection
to that location. Said distance shall be measured in a straight line. For R-3 occupancies the
sprinkler system may be a residential sprinkler system type NFP A 13.
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Buildings containing portions which are required to have an automatic fire extinguishing system
because of the number of stories shall have the automatic fire extinguishing system installed
throughout and area separation as set forth in Section 504.6 shall not be considered as creating
separate buildings for the purpose of this section.
When the specific use of a building is not known at the time of design and installation of the
automatic fire-extinguishing system the design shall be based upon Ordinary Hazard Group 2 as
set forth in UBC Standard 9-1.
Whenever an addition is made to an existing building automatic fire-extinguishing systems shall
be installed if the existing building plus the addition exceeds the area or height limitations set forth
in this section. Whenever the use of an existing building or portion thereof is changed in any
manner so as to require the installation of an automatic fire-extinguishing system, said system
shall be installed in that portion of the building housing the new use.
FINDING: This modification was necessary because the City of Dublin has a dry period of at
least five months each year. Additionally, the area is subject to occasional drought. Because
dryness, a rapidly burning grass fire or exterior building fire can quickly transfer to other
buildings. These modifications are consistent with the Fire Authority having jurisdiction.
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Section 7.32.150 DMC Section 1203.3 Exception, Chapter 12 UBC, Ventilation,-Deleted.
Section 1203.3 Exception is deleted.
FINDING: This modification was necessary because the extremely warm weather. requires a .5 6[f;2!;
method of removing the excess heat caused by the dryer. Additionally. a method to vent any
carbon monoxide that may be caused by a 2:as dryer is required.
. Section 7.32.160 DMC Section 1503.1, Chapter 15 UBC, Special requirements-Amended.
Section 1503.1 is amended to read:
1503.1 Special Requirements.
1. Map of Fire Safe Roof Areas. Figure 15-1 * is a map of Fire Safe Roof
areas. Said map may be amended from time to time by including areas which are
annexed to the City within one of the two roofing areas. Said amendments may be
made by the Building Official after consultation, with the Chief of the Fire Department having
jurisdiction.
2. Roofing Area 1. Any new roof and any alteration, repair or replacement for
buildings housing R & U-l occupancies in Roofing Area 1 shall use roof covering
material that conforms to Class B or better when tested in accordance with UBC
Standard 15-2, or shall be made of concrete, ferrous or cooper metal, clay, slate or
similar non-combustible material.
3. Roofing Area 2. Any new roof for buildings using roof covering material
that conforms to Class C or better when tested in accordance with UBC Standard
15-2, or shall be made of concrete, ferrous or copper metal, clay, slate or similar
non-combustible material.
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4. Other Occupancies. Any new roof covering and any alterations, repairs or
replacement of roof covering material for buildings housing all other occupancies
shall conform to the requirements as set forth in Roofing Area 1.
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Editor's Note: Figure 15-1 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
FINDING: This modification was necessary because the City of Dublin has a dry period of at
least five months each year. Additionally. the area is subject to occasional drought. Because of
dryness, a rapidly burning grass fire or exterior building fire can quickly transfer to other
buildings. These modifications are consistent with the Fire Authority having jurisdiction.
Section 7.32.170 DMC Section 1619. Chapter 16 UBC, Division III, Wind design-Amended.
Section 1619 is amended to read:
Section 1619 Exposure.
All portions of the City of Dublin have a basic wind speed of 70 miles per hour.
All portions shall be exposure "B" except that all portions of the City of Dublin east of the
easterly city boundary as it existed on December 23, 1986 and all portions of the City of Dublin
west of the westerly city boundary as it existed on April 21, 1991 shall be exposure "C".
. FINDING: This section clarifies the requirements of wind desi~n. allowing a wind exposure to
apply to lar2:e areas of the City of Dublin instead of a study bein2: reQuired for each individual site.
Section 7.32.180 DMC Table 16-A, Chapter 16 UBC, Division I, Uniform and concentrated
loads-Amended.
Table 16-A is amended by adding a new Footnote 10 to read:
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10. Bridges for vehicular traffic shall be designed for H20 loading as designated by the
American Association of State Highway Officials.
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FINDING: This modification was necessary because brid2:es were not addressed by the buildin2:
code. Additionallv. due to the City's terrain a number of brid2:es and overpasses
may be required.
Section 7.32.190 DMC Section 2320.11.3, Chapter 23 UBC, Bracing, Item 5-Deleted.
Section 2320.11.3, Item 5 is deleted.
FINDING: This section deletes the use of ~psum board for lateral bracing. This deletion is
necessary because the City of Dublin is located in Seismic Zone 4. Gypsum wallboard
has performed poorly during recent California seismic events. The shear values for
2:Vpsum wallboard contained in the code are based on mono-directional testing. It is
appropriate to limit the use of this product until cyclic loadin2: testing is performed
and evaluated.
Section 7.32.200 DMC Section 2320.11.3, Chapter 23 UBC, Bracing, Item 7-Amended.
Section 2320.11.3, Item 7 is amended to read:
Portland cement plaster on studs spaced 16 inches (406 mm)on center installed in
accordance with Table No. 25-1. Limited to single story R-3 and V-I occupancies.
FINDING:
This section limits the use of portland cement plaster for lateral bracing to single
stOry residential buildings. This limitation is necessary because the City of Dublin is
located in Seismic Zone 4. Exterior portland cement plaster has performed poorly
during recent California seismic events. The shear values for portland cement stucco
contained in the code are based on mono-directional testing. It is appropriate to limit
the use of this product until cyclic loadin~ testin2: are performed is evaluated.
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Section 7.32. 210 DMC Section 3208, Chapter 32 UBC, Signs-Added.
A new Section 3208 is added to read:
Section 3208 Signs. Signs when placed flat against the wall of a building shall not
project beyond the front property line not more than 12 inches (305mm).
FINDING: This modification was necessary due to the City of Dublin's basic wind speed
requirements of 70 miles per hour.
Section 7.32.220 DMC
Section 1010, Appendix Chapter 10 UBC, Building Security -Amended
7.32.220 Section 1010, Appendix Chapter 10, Building security - Amended
Section 1010 is amended to read:
1010 Residential Security Requirements.
Residential building security shall be in accordance with the Uniform Building Security Code in addition
to the following:
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(a) Addressing. All dwelling units shall be addressed as follows:
(1) Driveways servicing more than 20 individual dwelling units shall have minimum of 4 inch high ;; "6 ) 13
identification numbers, noting the range of unit numbers placed at the entrance to each driveway at a
height between 36 and 42 inches above grade. The light source shall be provided with an uninterruptible
AC power source or controlled only by photoelectric device.
. (2) There shall be positioned at each street entrance of a multiple family dwelling complex having
more than one structure, an illuminated diagrammatic representation (map) of the complex that shows the
location of the viewer and the unit designations within the complex.
(3) No other number may be affixed to a structure that might be mistaken for, or confused with, the
number assigned to the structure.
(4) Ifthe building is adjacent to an alley, the number shall also be placed on or adjacent to the rear
gate accessing the alley.
(5) For multifamily buildings with recessed entryway over 2 feet, an additional lighted address must
be placed at the entryway to the recessed area. If the recessed area provides access to more than one
dwelling unit, the range of units shall be displayed.
(6) Each principal building shall display the number or letter assigned to that building on each corner
of the building
(b) Landscaping.
(1) Shrubs and ground cover shall not directly cover windows and doorways.
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(2) River rock used near parking lots or buildings shall be permanently affixed.
(3) Backyard gates shall be the full height of the wall and capable of being locked.
(4) Open space and buildings shall be arranged to afford visibility and opportunity for surveillance by
on-site users and passers-by.
(5) Barriers, both real and symbolic, shall be designed to afford opportunities for surveillance through
the barrier.
(6) For residential development, walls shall be a minimum of 6 feet in height when adjacent to any of
the following:
Reverse frontage
Retention/detention areas
Parks
Commercial areas
Industrial areas
Bike paths
(c) Lighting, R-l Occupancy. Lighting of Multifamily or Apartment complexes shall at a minimum
be illuminated as follows:
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(1) A site plan shall be provided showing buildings, parking areas, walkways, detailed landscaping
and a point by point photometric calculation of the required light levels.
(2) All exterior entrances shall be illuminated with a uniformly maintained minimum level of one ~ ~ /;;3
foot candles of light between ground level and 6 vertical feet within a minimum radius of 15 feet from the
center of the entrance between sunset and sunrise.
(3) Postal Service "gang boxes" (group postal boxes) shall be illuminated with a uniformly
maintained minimum level of one foot candle of light.
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(4) Lighting of all exterior areas shall be designed to maximize surveillance and reduce conflicts with
building design, mature landscaping, and to minimize glare.
(5) Open stairways shall be illuminated with a minimum maintained five-tenths (0.5) foot-candle of
light in all landings and stair treads during the hours of darkness. Enclosed stairways and enclosed
common corridors shall be illuminated at all times with a minimum maintained one-foot candle of light
on all landings and stair treads.
(6) Private streets, alleys, and emergency access roads shall be illuminated using the same standards
as established for public thoroughfares.
(7) Aisles, passageways, pedestrian walkways and recessed areas related to and within a building, a
building complex, or providing access to a building or building complex from a parking lot or right of
way shall be illuminated with a minimum uniformly maintained minimum level of one foot candle of
light between ground level and six vertical feet between sunset and sunrise or other approved methods
approved by the Building Official.
(8) Open parking lots, carports and refuse areas shall be illuminated to a medium level as specified in
the IES Lighting Handbook, 1987 application volume, which is a minimum level of 1.0 foot-candle of
light at ground level between sunset and sunrise.
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All light sources required by this section shall be: (a) controlled by a photocell device or a time clock that
will turn the lights on at dusk and off at dawn and (b) protected by weather and vandal resistant covers.
(d) Garage Type (Vehicle) Doors. Garage-type doors, which are either rolling overhead, solid
overhead, swinging, sliding, or accordion style doors shall conform to the following standards;
(1) Wood doors shall have panels a minimum offive-sixteenths (5/16) inch in thickness with the
locking hardware being attached to the support framing.
(2)Aluminum doors shall be a minimum thickness of .0215 inches and riveted together a minimum of
18 inches on center along the outside seams. There shall be a full width horizontal beam attached to the
main door structure which shall meet the pilot, or pedestrian access, door framing within 3 inches ofthe
strike area of the pilot or pedestrian access door.
(3) Fiberglass doors shall have panels a minimum density of 6 ounces per square foot from the
bottom of the door to a height of 7 feet. Panels above 7 feet and panels in residential structures shall have
a density not less than 5 ounces per square foot.
(4) Doors utilizing a cylinder lock shall have a lock receiving point at each outer edge of the door; or,
if the door does not exceed 19 feet, a single bolt may be used if placed in the center of the door with the
locking point located either at the floor or door frame header.
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(5) Doors with slide bolt assemblies shall have frames a minimum of .120 inches of thickness, with a
minimum bolt diameter of one half (112) inch and protrude at least one and one half (1 yz) inches into the
receiving guide. A bolt diameter of three-eighths (3/8) inch may be used in a residential building. The
slide bolt shall be attached to the door with non-removable bolts from the outside. Rivets shall not be I ff /'i.1J
used to attach slide bolt assemblies.
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(e) Emergency Access
(1) Private roads and parking areas or structures controlled by unmanned mechanical parking type
gates shall provide for police emergency access as follows:
(A) An approved Knoxbox or Knox type key switch is to be mounted on a control pedestal
consisting of a metal post/pipe shall be installed at a height of 42 inches and a minimum of 15 feet (4.6 m)
from the entry/exit gate. It shall be located on the driver's side ofthe road or driveway and accessible in
such a manner as to not require a person to exit their vehicle to reach it, nor to require any back-up
movements in order to enter/exit the gate.
(2) All lockable pedestrian gates to residential recreation areas serving 6 or more dwelling units, and
gates or doors to common walkways or hallways of residential complexes where there are 4 or more
dwelling units within the complex, shall provide for police emergency access utilizing an approved key
switch device or approved Knoxbox which shall be installed as follows:
(a) Pedestrian gates/doors using an electromagnetic type lock shall install a key switch
within a telephone/intercom console or in a control housing.
(b) Pedestrian gate doors utilizing mechanical locks shall install a Knoxbox adjacent to
each gate/door, securely attaching it to a fence or wall.
(f) Keying requirements
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Upon occupancy by the owner or proprietor, each single unit in a tract or commercial development,
constructed under the same general plan, shall have locks using combinations that are interchange free
from locks used in all other separate dwellings, proprietorships, or similar distinct occupancies.
(g) Laundry rooms or areas: Common area laundry rooms in garden style multiple-family
complexes shall be designed and protected as follows:
(1) Entry doors shall have:
a. A minimum six hundred (600) square inch clear vision panel in the upper half of the door,
consisting of W' tempered glass.
b. Automatic, hydraulic door closures.
c. Self-locking door locks equipped with a dead-locking latch allowing exiting by a single
motion and openable from the inside without the use of a key or any special knowledge or
effort.
d. Non-removable hinge pins for out-swinging doors to preclude removal ofthe door from
the exterior by removing the hinge pins.
e. A latch protector consisting of minimum 0.125-inch-thick steel attached to the door's
exterior by non-removable bolts from the exterior. It shall be two (2) inches wide and
extend a minimum of five inches above and below the strike opening and extend a
minimum of one (1) inch beyond the edge of the door. It shall have a metal anti-spread pin
a minimum of one-half (112) inch in length.
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(2) The laundry room shall be illuminated at all times with a minimum maintainedt one-foot
candle of light at floor level, using a non-interruptible power source. There shall be no light switches
inside the room that control light fixtures used to meet this lighting requirement.
(3) Any portion of an openable window which is within eight (8) feet vertically or six (6) feet If) ~/ 13
horizontally from any accessible surface or any adjoining roof, balcony, landing, stair tread, platform,
or similar surface, or any climbable pole or tree, or any surface providing a foothold, shall be secured
as required by section 1018 Uniform Building Security Code.
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(4) The interior of laundry rooms shall be visible from the exterior along common walking or
driving surfaces. Perimeter windows and interior mirrors may be utilized to meet this requirement.
Laundry rooms are to be located in high activity areas with natural surveillance opportunities and not
in remote or isolated locations.
(h) Other requirements
(1) Storage Areas. Any exterior storage area attached to a dwelling, apartment or condominium
and enclosed by a door shall comply with this section or have a minimum 3/8" diameter hardened
padlock hasp.
(2) Side Gates. Side gates shall be secured with a slide bolt mounted on the inside of the gate.
The slide bolt shall have a bolt diameter of three-eighths (3/8) inch and protrude at least one and one-half
(1 Y2) inches into the receiving guide. The slide bolt shall be attached to the gate with non-removable
bolts. Rivets shall not be used to attach slide bolt assemblies. The slide bolt shall be mounted at a height
that is not accessible by reaching over the gate.
(i) Elevators
Elevators shall be designed as follows:
Elevator cabs, the interiors of which are not completely visible when the door is open from a
point centered on the 36 inches away form the door shall have shatter resistant mirrors or other
equally reflective material so placed as to make visible the entire elevator cab from this point. The
elevator cab shall be illuminated at all times with a minimum maintained 2 foot candles of light at
floor level.
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G) Stairways
Except for private stairways, Stairways shall be designed as follows:
(a) Interior doors shall have glazing panels a minimum of 5 inches wide and 20 inches in
height and meet requirements of the Uniform Building Code.
(b) Areas beneath stairways at or below ground level shall be fully enclosed or access to
them restricted.
(c) Enclosed stairways shall have shatter resistant mirrors or other equally reflective
material at each level and landing and be designed or placed in such manner as to provide
visibility around corners:
FINDINGS This modification is necessary due to the topographical nature of the City and the
easy access to freeways. It is necessary to adopt requirements for crime prevention.
Additionally. this will bring the code into conformance with the City of Dublin Police
Department requirements.
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7.32.230 Section 1020, Appendix Chapter 10, Non Residential Building Security
Requirements. -Added.
A new Section 1020 is added to read:
1020 Non Residential Building Security.
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(a) Addressing. All non-residential buildings / units shall be addressed as follows:
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(1) Buildings require a minimum of3-inch high numbers displayed on the building.
(2) Tenant space numbers shall be a minimum size of3 inches and be located on all doors. In
addition all rear doors or service doors will have the name of the business in 3-inch high lettering.
(3) There shall be positioned at each street entrance of a non-residential complex having more than
one structure, an illuminated diagrammatic representation (map) of the complex that shows the location of
the viewer and the unit designations within the complex.
(4) No other number may be affixed to a structure that might be mistaken for, or confused with, the
number assigned to the structure.
(5) The assigned address, including the suite number, shall be displayed on all electric meters in
accordance with utility company standards.
(6) If the building is adjacent to an alley, the number shall also be placed on or adjacent to the rear
gate accessing the alley.
(7) Buildings with recessed entryway over 2 feet, an additional light must be placed at the entryway
to the recessed area. If the recessed area provides access to more than one tenant space the range of units
shall be displayed.
(8) Where more than 1 building is accessed by a common street entrance or there are multiple
. buildings on the same lot, each principal building shall display the number or letter assigned to that
building on each corner of the building, as determined by the Building Official.
(b) Landscaping.
(1) Shrubs and ground cover shall not directly cover windows and doorways.
(2) River rock used near parking lots or commercial buildings shall be permanently affixed.
(3) Open space and buildings shall be arranged to afford visibility and opportunity for surveillance by
on-site users and passers-by.
(4) Barriers, both real and symbolic, shall be designed to afford opportunities for surveillance through
the barrier.
(c) Lighting. Lighting of non-residential buildings shall at a minimum be illuminated as follows:
(1) A site plan shall be provided showing buildings, parking areas, walkways, detailed landscaping
and a point by point photometric calculation of the required light levels.
(2) All exterior entrances shall be illuminated with a uniformly maintained minimum level of one
foot candles of light between ground level and 6 vertical feet within a minimum radius of 15 feet from the
. center of the entrance between sunset and sunrise.
(3) All light switches in public rest rooms or identified for general public use shall be of the style that
cannot be turned off or on by users other than staff.
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(4) Lighting of all exterior areas shall be designed to maximize surveillance and reduce conflicts with
building design, mature landscaping, and to minimize glare.
(5) Open stairways shall be illuminated with a minimum maintained five-tenths (0.5) foot-candle of
light in all landings and stair treads during the hours of darkness. Enclosed stairways and enclosed .
common corridors shall be illuminated at all times with a minimum maintained one-foot candle of light
on all landings and stair treads.
(6) Private streets, alleys, and emergency access roads shall be illuminated using the same standards
as established for public thoroughfares.
(7) Aisles, passageways, pedestrian walkways and recessed areas related to and within a building, a
building complex, or providing access to a building or building complex from a parking lot or right of
way shall be illuminated with a minimum uniformly maintained minimum level of one foot candle of
light between ground level and six vertical feet between sunset and sunrise.
(8) Open parking lots, carports and refuse areas shall be illuminated to a medium level as specified in
the IES Lighting Handbook, 1987 application volume, which is a minimum level of 1.0 foot-candle of
light at ground level between sunset and sunrise.
(9) Covered parking lots or covered portions of parking lots shall be illuminated with a uniformly
maintained minimum level of one foot candle of light between ground level and 6 vertical feet between
sunset and sunrise.
(10) Parking structures or enclosed or partially enclosed parking lots shall be illuminated with a
uniformly maintained minimum level of two foot candles of light between ground level and 6 vertical feet
between sunrise and sunset (daylight hours).
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All light sources required by this section shall be: (a) controlled by a photocell device or a time clock that
will turn the lights on at dusk and off at dawn and (b) protected by weather and vandal resistant covers.
(d) Garage Type (Vehicle) Doors. Garage-type doors, which are either rolling overhead, solid
overhead, swinging, sliding, or accordion style doors shall conform to the following standards;
(1) Wood doors shall have panels a minimum of five-sixteenths (5/16) inch in thickness with the
locking hardware being attached to the support framing.
(2)Aluminum doors shall be a minimum thickness of .0215 inches and riveted together a minimum of
18 inches on center along the outside seams. There shall be a full width horizontal beam attached to the
main door structure which shall meet the pilot, or pedestrian access, door framing within 3 inches of the
strike area of the pilot or pedestrian access door.
(3) Fiberglass doors shall have panels a minimum density of 6 ounces per square foot from the
bottom of the door to a height of 7 feet. Panels above 7 feet and panels in residential structures shall have
a density not less than 5 ounces per square foot.
(4) Doors utilizing a cylinder lock shall have a lock receiving point at each outer edge of the door; or,
of the door does not exceed 19 feet, a single bolt may be used if placed in the center of the door with the
locking point located either at the floor or door frame header.
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(5) Doors with slide bolt assemblies shall have frames a minimum of .120 inches of thickness, with a
minimum bolt diameter of one half (112) inch and protrude at least one and one half (1 12) inches into the
receiving guide. A bolt diameter of three-eighths (3/8) inch may be used in a residential building. The
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slide bolt shall be attached to the door with non-removable bolts from the outside. Rivets shall not be
used to attach slide bolt assemblies.
(6) Padlocks used with exterior mounted slide bolts shall have a hardened steel shackle locking at
. both heel and toe and a minimum five pin tumbler operation with non-removable key when in an
unlocked position. Padlocks used with interior mounted slide bolts shall have a hardened steel shackle
with a minimum 4-pin tumbler operation.
(e) Emergency Access
(1) Private roads and parking areas or structures controlled by unmanned mechanical parking type
gates shall provide for police emergency access as follows:
(A) An approved Knoxbox or Knox type key switch is to be mounted on a control pedestal
consisting of a metal post/pipe shall be installed at a height of 42 inches and a minimum of 15 feet
(4.6 m) from the entry/exit gate. It shall be located on the driver's side of the road or driveway and
accessible in such a manner as to not require a person to exit their vehicle to reach it, nor to require
any back-up movements in order to enter/exit the gate.
(2) Non-residential multi-tenant buildings utilizing electronic access control systems on the main
entry doors, and enclosed retail shopping centers shall provide police emergency access utilizing an
approved key switch device or approved Knoxbox which shall be installed as follows:
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(a) All doors using an electromagnetic type of lock shall install a key switch device within
the building's exterior telephone/intercom console or in a control housing consisting of a heavy
gauge metal, vandal and weather resistant square or rectangular housing which shall be installed
on the top of the control pedestal. An approved Knoxbox or Knox type key switch is to be
mounted on the side facing the roadway located within close proximity and in a visible area near
the door.
(b) Exterior main entry doors of an enclosed shopping center utilizing mechanical door
locks shall install a key vault within close proximity and in a visible area near the door.
(f) Keying requirements
Upon occupancy by the owner or proprietor, each single unit in a commercial development,
constructed under the same general plan, shall have locks using combinations that are interchange free
from locks used in all other separate proprietorships, or similar distinct occupancies.
(g) Exterior Openings. Exterior opening in non-residential buildings shall be as follows:
(1) Swinging exterior wood and steel doors shall be equipped as follows:
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(a) A single or double door shall be equipped with a double or single cylinder deadbolt. The bolt
shall have a minimum projection of one (1) inch and be constructed so as to repel cutting tool
attack. The deadbolt shall have an embedment of at least three-fourths (3/4) inch into the strike
receiving the projected bolt. The cylinder shall have a cylinder guard, a minimum of five pin
tumblers and shall be connected to the inner portion of the lock by connecting screws of at least
one-fourth (114) inch in diameter. The provisions of the preceding paragraph do not apply where:
(a) panic hardware is required, or (b) an equivalent device is approved by the authority having
jurisdiction.
(2) Double doors shall be equipped as follows:
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(a) The inactive leaf of double door(s) shall be equipped with metal flush bolts have a minimum
embedment of five-eighths (5/8) inch into the head and threshold of the doorframe.
(b) Double doors shall have an astragal constructed of steel a minimum of .125 inch thick, which
will cover the opening between the doors. The astragal shall be a minimum of two (2) inches wide
and extend a minimum of one (1) inch beyond the edge of the door to which it is attached. The
astragal shall be attached to the outside of the active door by means of welding or with non-
removable bolts spaced apart on not more than ten (10) inch centers. (The door to which such an
astragal is attached must be determined by the fire safety codes adopted by the enforcing
authority. )
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(3) Aluminum frame swinging doors shall be equipped as follows:
(a) The jamb on all aluminum frame swinging doors shall be so constructed or protected
to withstand 1,600 pounds of pressure in both a vertical distance of three (3) inches and a
horizontal distance of one (1) inch each side of the strike, so as to prevent violation of the strike.
(b) A single or double door shall be equipped with a double cylinder deadbolt with a bolt
projection exceeding one (1) inch, or a hook shaped or expanding dog bolt that engages the strike
sufficiently to prevent spreading. The deadbolt lock shall have a minimum of five pin tumblers
and a cylinder guard.
(4) Panic hardware, whenever required by the Uniform Building Code or Title 19, California
Administration Code, shall be installed as follows;
(a) Panic hardware shall contain a minimum of two (2) locking points on each door; or
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(b) On single doors, panic hardware may have one locking point, which is not to be
located at either the top or bottom frame. The door shall have an astragal constructed of steel .125
inch thick, which shall be attached with non-removable to the outside of the door. The astragal
shall extend a minimum of six (6) inches vertically above and below the latch of the panic
hardware. The astragal shall be a minimum of two (2) inches wide and extend a minimum of one
(1) inch beyond the edge of the door to which it is attached.
( c) Double doors containing panic hardware shall have an astragal attached to the doors at
their meeting point, which will close the opening between them, but not interfere with the
operation of either door. (Fire Department approval may be desired here).
(5) Horizontal sliding doors shall be equipped with a metal guide track at top and bottom and a
cylinder lock and/or padlock with a hardened steel shackle which locks at both heel and toe, and a
minimum five pin tumbler operation with non-removable key when in an unlocked position. The
bottom track shall be so designed that the door cannot be lifted from the track when the door is in
a locked position.
(6) In office buildings (multiple occupancy), all entrance doors to individual office suites shall
meet the construction and locking requirements for exterior doors.
(7) Windows shall be deemed accessible ifless than twelve (12) feet above the ground. .
Accessible windows having a pane exceeding ninety-six (96) square inches in an area with the
smallest dimension exceeding six (6) inches and not visible from a public or private thoroughfare
shall be protected with burglary resistant glazing or other approved methods as determined by the
Building Official.
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(8) Side or rear window of the type that can be opened shall, where applicable, be secured on the
inside with either a slide bar, bolt, crossbar, auxiliary locking device, and/or padlock with a
hardened steel shackle, a minimum four pin tumbler operation.
(9) The protective bars or grills shall not interfere with the operation of opening windows if such
windows are required to be openable by the Uniform Building Code.
(10) All exterior transoms exceeding ninety-six (96) square inches on the side and rear of any
building or premises used for business purposes shall be protected with burglary resistant glazing
or other approved methods as determined by the Building Official.
(11) Roof openings shall be equipped as follows:
(a) All skylights on the roof of any building or premises used by business purposes shall
be provided with:
(1) Rated burglary resistant glazing; or
(2) Iron bars of at least one-half (1/2) inch round or one by one-fourth (1 x )4) inch
flat steel material under the skylight and securely fastened; or
(3) Steel grills of at least one-eighth (118) inch material with a maximum two (2)
inches mesh under the skylight and securely fastened.
(12) All hatchway openings on the roof of any building or premises used for business purposes
shall be secured as follows:
(a) If the hatchway is of wooden material, it shall be covered on the inside with at least
sixteen (16) U.S. gauge sheet metal, or its equivalent, attached with screws.
(b) The hatchway shall be secured from the inside with a slide bar or slide bolts. (Fire
Department approval may be desired.)
(c) Outside hinges on all hatchway openings shall be provided with non-removable pins
when using pin-type hinges.
(13) All air duct or air vent openings exceeding ninety-six (96) square inches on the roof or
exterior walls of any building or premises used for business purposes shall be secured by covering
the same with either of the following:
(a) Iron bars of at least one-half (112) inch round or one by one-fourth (1 x )4) inch flat
steel material spaced no more than five (5) inches apart and securely fastened; or
(b) Iron or steel grills of at least one-eighth (1/8) inch material with a maximum two (2)
inch mesh and securely fastened.
(c) If the barrier is on the outside, it shall be secured with bolts which are non-removable
from the exterior.
(d) The above must not interfere with venting requirements creating a potentially
hazardous condition to health and safety or conflict with the provisions of the Uniform
Building Code or Title 19, California Administrative Code.
(14) Exterior roof ladders shall not be permitted.
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(15) There shall be no exterior electrical or phone panels.
(16) Separation walls for individual tenant spaces housed within a common structure shall be
solid and continuous from the structure's foundation to roof.
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(17) Intrusion Devices.
(a) If the enforcing authority determines that the security measures and locking devices
described in this chapter do not adequately secure the building, due to special conditions,
he/she may require the installation and maintenance of an intrusion device (burglar alarm
system).
(h) Parking structures.
(1) Parking structures shall be designed to restrict unauthorized access.
(2) Outside stairwells shall be open and not obstructed from view
(3) Security telephones with monitoring capability shall be located on every level adjacent to
pedestrian ingress/egress points. If pedestrian ingress/egress points are more than 200 feet but less than
300 feet apart, additional security telephones shall be located at the midpoint between pedestrian
ingress/egress points. If pedestrian ingress/egress points are more than 300 feet apart, security telephones
will be located at 100 intervals. Security telephones shall be visible from all vehicular and pedestrian
ingress/egress points and identified with appropriate signage. .
(4) Blind corners shall be provided with shatterproof convex mirrors to improve visibility for both
operators of vehicles and pedestrians.
(i) Elevators
Elevators shall be designed as follows:
(a)Elevator cabs, the interiors of which are not completely visible when the door is open from
a point centered on the 36 inches away form the door shall have shatter resistant mirrors or other
equally reflective material so placed as to make visible the entire elevator cab from this point. The
elevator cab shall be illuminated at all times with a minimum maintained 2 foot candles of light at
floor level.
G) Stairways
Except for private stairways, Stairways shall be designed as follows:
(a) Interior doors shall have glazing panels a minimum of 5 inches wide and 20 inches in
height and meet requirements of the Uniform Building Code.
(b) Areas beneath stairways at or below ground level shall be fully enclosed or access to
them restricted.
(c) Enclosed stairways shall have shatter resistant mirrors or other equally reflective
material at each level and landing and be designed or placed in such manner as to provide
visibility around corners.
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FINDINGS
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This modification is necessary due to the topographical nature of the City and the
easv access to freeways. It is necessary to adopt requirements for crime prevention.
Additionally. this will brin2: the code into conformance with the City of Dublin Police
Department requirements.
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No regulations on the installation of solid fuel burning fireplace.
Option 2
Regulations on the installation of woodburning fireplace to meet recommendations of Bay Area Air
Quality Management district
7.32.205 Section 3101.1, Chapter 31,Prohibited Installations-Added
A new Section 3101.1 is added to read:
It shall be unlawful to install a woodburning fireplace or appliance that is not one of the following:
1) Pellet-fueled wood heater,
2) EP A certified wood heater,
3) Fireplace certified by EPA (Should EPA develop a fireplace certification program.)
Option 3
Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces and Appliance Prohibited completely.
7.32.205 Section 3101.1, Chapter 31,Prohibited Installations-Added
A new Section 3101.1 is added to read:
. It shall be unlawful to install a solid fuel burning fireplace or appliance.
FINDINGS This modification was necessary because fireplaces and wood stoves 2:enerate 40
percent of the particulate matter in the Bay Area durin2: the winter months. Of 2:reater
concern are the fine particles. which can lod2:e deep in the lungs. causin2: permanent lun2:
damage and increasin2: mortality. Burnin2: wood also generates carbon monoxide. nitro2:en
dioxide. volatile organic and toxic air pollutants.
Section 7.36.080 DMC Section 210-53, NEC, Office receptacle outlets-Added.
Section 210-53 is added to read:
Section 210-53 Office Receptacle Outlets. In office buildings or offices exceeding ten (10)
percent of the floor area of the major use receptacle outlets shall be installed in all permanent walls or
partitions so that no point along the floor line any wall space is more than six (6) feet (1.83m) measured
horizontally, from an outlet in that space including any wall space two (2) feet (610 mm) or more in width
and the wall space occupied by sliding panels in exterior walls.
As used in the section a "wall space" shall be considered a wall unbroken along the floor line by
doorways, fireplaces, and similar openings. Each wall space two (2) or more feet (610 mm) wide shall be
treated individually and separately from other wall spaces within the room. A wall space shall be
permitted to include two or more walls of a room (around corners) where unbroken at the floor line.
. Receptacle outlets shall, insofar as practicable be spaced equal distances apart. Receptacle
outlets in floors shall not be counted as part of the required number of receptacle outlets unless located
near the wall.
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The receptacle outlets required by the section shall be in addition to any receptacle that is part
of any lighting fixture or appliance, located within cabinets or cupboards, or located over five and one-
half (5 12) feet (1.68 m) above the floor.
FINDINGS: This section reQuires additional receptacles. The city of Dublin is located in a highly .
active Seismic Zone 4. In Office Buildin~s with out these requirements extension cords are bein2:
used. Extension cords are not afforded the same protection from dama2:e as wiring raceways.
Damage to extension cords could occur in a seismic event. which increases the potential for a fire.
Section 7.36.090 DMC Article 336-4 NEC,-Amended.
Article 336-4 is amended by replacing it with the following:
(a) Type NM, NMC or NMS. Types NM, NMC and NMS cables shall not be used (1) in any
dwelling or structure exceeding three floors above grade; (2) as service-entrance cable; (3) embedded in
poured concrete; or (4) in any non-residential occupancy, For the purpose of this article, the first floor of a
building shall be that floor that has 50 percent or more of the exterior wall surface area level with or
above finished grade. One additional level that is the first level and not designed for human habitation and
used only for vehicle parking, storage, or similar use shall be permitted.
FINDINGS This section limits the use ofNM. NMC and NMS. The city of Dublin is located in a
highly active Seismic Zone 4. Nonmetallic-sheathed cable is not afforded the same protection from
damage as wiring raceways. Dama2:e to nonmetallic-sheathed cable could occur in a seismic event.
which increases the potential for a fire.
Section 7.40.070 DMC Section 609.3, Chapter 6 UPC, Water piping in slab floors-Amended.
Section 609.3, first paragraph, is amended by replacing it to read:
Section 609.3 Water piping shall not be installed in or under a concrete floor slab within a building
without prior approval of the Building Official. When approved; such piping shall be installed in
accordance with the following requirements:
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FINDINGS This section eliminates water piping in or under concrete floor slabs within a
buildin2:. This amendment is necessary for the followin2: reasons:
1. Most of the surface soils in the City of Dublin are relatively youn2: and unconsolidated
sedimentary materials formed from a wide variety of parent materials. The varying
chemical composition. degree ofweatherin~ and the relatively acid environment have
created soils of varying types. which are particularly corrosive in nature.
2. Much of the surface soil in the city of Dublin is hi~hly expansive (i.e.. shrink-swell
behavior) and have low bearing strength.
There are two types of expansive soils in the area:
a. the organic silty clays which are the recent bay muds: and
b. the plastic silty clays which weather from the shale found in the hills
surroundin2: the City of Dublin
3.
The local climate is characterized by markedly delineated rainy and dry seasons. which
tend to maximize the expansive characteristics of soil.
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4. Some parts of the City of Dublin have hard water. which is corrosive to ferrous pipe.
5. The groundwater table is unusually high in many places.
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6. The City of Dublin is a highly active seismic area.
Section 7.40.080 DMC Section 701.1, Chapter 7 UPC, Materials-Amended.
. Section 701.1 is amended by replacing subsection 701.1.2 to read:
701.1.2 ABS and PVC DWV piping installations shall be limited to residential construction not
exceeding two (2) stories in height and to relocatable public school buildings. For the purpose ofthis
subsections, the first floor of a building shall be that floor that has fifty (50) percent or more of the
exterior wall surface area level with or above finished grade. One additional level that is the first level and
not designed for human habitation and used only for vehicle parking, storage, or similar use shall be
permitted.
FINDINGS This section limits the use of plastic pipin2: to residential buildin2:s 2 stories in hei2:ht
or less. This amendment is necessary for the followin2: reasons:
1. Much of the surface soil in the city of Dublin is highly expansive (i.e.. shrink-swell behavior)
and have low bearin2: stren~h.
There are two types of expansive soils in the area:
(a) the organic silty clays which are the recent bay muds: and
(b) the plastic silty clays which weather from the shale found in the
hills surrounding the City of Dublin.
2.
The local climate is characterized by markedly delineated rainy and dry seasons.
which tend to maximize the expansive characteristics of soil.
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3 The City of Dublin is a hi2:hly active seismic area.
Section 7.40.090 DMC Section 903.1, Chapter 9 UPC, Materials-Amended.
Section 903.1is amended by replacing subsection 903.1.2 to read:
903.1.2 ABS and PVC DWV piping installations shall be limited to residential construction not
exceeding two (2) stories in height and to relocatable public school buildings. For the purpose of this
subsections, the first floor of a building shall be that floor that has fifty (50) percent or more of the
exterior wall surface area level with or above finished grade. One additional level that is the first level and
not designed for human habitation and used only for vehicle parking, storage, or similar use shall be
permitted.
FINDINGS This section limits the use of plastic pipin2: to residential buildings 2 stories in hei2:ht
or less. This amendment is necessary for the followin2: reasons:
1. Much of the surface soil in the city of Dublin is highly expansive (i.e.. shrink-swell
behavior) and have low bearin2: stren2:th.
There are two types of expansive soils in the area:
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(a) the or2:anic silty clays which are the recent bay muds: and
(b) the plastic silty clays which weather from the shale found in the
hills surroundin2: the City of Dublin.
2.
The local climate is characterized by markedly delineated rainy and dry seasons.
!Vhich tend to maximize the expansive characteristics of soil.
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3 The City of Dublin is a hi2:hly active seismic area.
Section 7.40.100 DMC Section 1101.3. Chapter 11 UPC, Materials -Amended.
Section 1101.3 is amended by replacing subsection 1101.3 to read:
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1101.3.1 Material Uses. Rainwater piping placed within the interior of a building or run within a vent or
shaft shall be of cast iron, galvanized steel, wrought iron, brass, copper, lead, Schedule 40 ABS DWV,
Schedule 40 PVC DWV, or other approved materials, change in direction shall conform to the
requirements of Section 706.0. ABS and PVC DWV piping installations shall be limited to residential
construction not exceeding two (2) stories in height and to relocatable public school buildings. For the
purpose of this subsection, the first floor of a building shall be that floor that has fifty (50) percent or
more ofthe exterior wall surface area level with or above finished grade. One additional level that is the
first level and not designed for human habitation and used only for vehicle parking, storage, or similar use
shall be permitted.
FINDINGS This section limits the use of plastic pipin~ to residential buildin2:s 2 stories in hei2:ht
or less. This amendment is necessary for the followin2: reasons:
1. Much of the surface soil in the city of Dublin is highly expansive (i.e.. shrink-swell
behavior) and have low bearin~ stren2:th.
There are two types of expansive soils in the area:
(a) the or2:anic silty clays which are the recent bay muds: and
(b) the plastic silty clays which weather from the shale found in the
hills surrounding the City of Dublin.
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2. The local climate is characterized by markedly delineated rainy and dry seasons.
which tend to maximize the expansive characteristics of soil.
3 The City of Dublin is a hi2:hly active seismic area.
Section 7.48.080 DMC Sections 505.8, 505.9, 505.10, Chapter 5 UHC, Sanitation-Added.
Section 505 is amended by adding new subsections 505.8,505.9, and 505.10 to read:
505.8 Garbage Receptacles. An adequate number of appropriate receptacles with close fitting
covers for garbage and rubbish as may be considered necessary by the enforcing agency shall be provided
for the occupant of every dwelling unit by the owner or operator of every apartment house, hotel, or
combination thereof. Each receptacle shall be kept in a clean condition and good repair.
505.9 Bedding. In every apartment house or hotel every part of every bed, including the
mattress, sheets, blankets, and bedding shall be kept in a clean, dry and sanitary condition, free from filth,
urine, or other foul matter; and from infection of lice, bed-bugs, or other insects. The bed linen shall be
changed before a new guest occupies the dwelling unit.
505.10 Caretaker. A manager, janitor, housekeeper, or other responsible person shall reside upon
the premises and shall have charge of every apartment house in which there are sixteen (16) or more
apartments and of every hotel in which there are twelve (12) or more guest rooms, in the event that the
owner of any such apartment house or hotel does not reside upon said premises. If the owner does not
reside upon the premised of and apartment house in which there are more than four (4) but less than
sixteen (16) apartments, a notice stating his name and address, or name and address of his agent shall be
posted in a conspicuous place on the premises.
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in the City.
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Chapter 7.32
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UNIFORM BUILDING CODE 1994 PROVISIONS WITH NEW 1997
LANGUAGE INSERTED
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Sections:
7.32.010
7.32.020
7.32.030
7.32.040
7.32.050
7.32.060
7.32.070
7.32.080
7.32.090
7.32.100
7.32.110
7.32.129
7.32.~ 120
7.32.~ 130
7.32.150
7.32.~ 170
7.32.l-+D 180
7.32.~ 160
7.32.~ 140
7.32.279
7.32.271
7.32.~ 190
7 .32.~ 200
7.32.27<1
7.32.~ 220
7.32.230
7.32.399
7.32.319
7.32.329
7.32.339
7.32.3<19
7.32.3S9
7.32.3(J9
7.32.379
Title.
Purpose.
Adoption.
Scope.
Exceptions.
Additions, alterations and repairs-Generally.
Additions, alterations and repairs-Code compliance.
Alterations and repairs-Apartment house, hotels and dwellings.
Additions-Apartemnt house, hotels and dwellings.
Repair of roof covering.
Chapter 1, Administration- Deleted.
Seeti9B 3<19S, ChafJter 3<1, ChaBge iB ase ~\BleRded.
Section 504.6, Chapter 5, Area separation walls-Amended.
Section 505.4, Chapter 5, Yard restriction-Added.
Section 1203.3 Exception. Chapter 12. Ventilation. -Deleted.
Section -I4t-+ 1619. Chapter 16, Part VI, Wind design-Amended.
Table 16-A, Chapter 16, Part VI, Uniform and concentrated loads-
Amended.
Section 1503.1, Chapter 15, Special requirements-Amended.
Section 904.2.3. 904.2.3.9. 904.2.4.1.1. 904.2.5. 904.2.8. 904.2.9.1.
904.2.12. Chapter 9, Part VI, Automatic fire extinguishing systems-
Amended.
Seeti9B 189(J, ChafJter 18, f99HBgS ~Aa.BleBded.
Seeti9B 192<1, Chapter 19, M:iRiBlaBl slah thielCBess ~\BleBded.
Section 232'9..11.3, Chapter 23, Bracing, Item 5-Deleted.
Section 232'9..11.3, Chapter 23, Bracing, Item 7-Amended.
Seeti9B 3<193.2, ChafJter 3<1, SasfJeRded eeiliBgs ~A...BleBded.
Section ~ 1010, Appendix Chapter 10, Building security-Amended.
Section 1020. Appendix Chapter 10. Non-Residential Building
Security -Added.
Seed9B 3393, Chapter 33, Pr9teeti9B 9f fJedestriaBs dariBg
e9Rstrileti9R 9r deIB9liti9B :~&BleRded.
SeeG9R 3393.2, Chapter 33, teBlfJ9rary ase 9f streets aBd alleys
Deleted.
Seeti9R 3393.3, ChafJter 33, St9rage 9B fJahlie fJr9fJeFty Deleted.
Seeti9R 3393.<1, ChafJter 33, l\IixiBg Bl9rtar 9B pahlie fJr9fJerty
Deleted.
Seeti9B 3393.S. ChafJter 33, Pr9teeti9B 9f atilities Deleted.
Seeti9B 3291, Chapter 32, CeBeral ~A&BleRded.
Seed9B 3292, Chapter 32, Pra;jeeti9B iBt9 alleys Deleted.
Seeti9B 3293, Chapter 32, SfJaee hel9w sidewall~ Deleted.
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7.32.~ 210 Section 3208, Chapter 32, Signs-Added.
7.32.390 Seeti9B 2S0fiA, Cha~ter 2S, 'Veather resistiye barrierts .\meBBed.
7.32.010 Title.
The Uniform Building Code adopted by Section 7.32.030 and the provisions of this
chapter is the city building code and may be cited as such, and will be referred to in the
Uniform Building Code and in this chapter as "this Code." (Ord. 21-89 S 21.0)
7.32.020 Purpose.
The promotion and preservation of the public health, safety, and general welfare of the
people of the city and the property situated therein have made necessary the adoption of
the Uniform Building Code referred to in Section 7.32.030 in order to adequately
safeguard life, health, property and general welfare. The purpose of this code is not to
create or otherwise establish or designate any particular class or groups of persons who
will or should be especially protected or benefited by the terms of this code. (Ord. 21-89
S 21.1)
7.32.030 Adoption.
Certain documents, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, being
marked as "Uniform Building Code," +994 1997 Edition, Volumes 1,2 and 3 including
Appendix chapters 3 Division II, 4 Division I, ~ 12 Division II, 15, 18,31 Division III
and 33 published by the International Conference of Building Officials is adopted by
reference as the building code of the city pursuant to the provision of Sections 50022.1 et
seq. Of the Government Code of the state of California except as hereinafter modified in
Sections 7.32.110 through 7.32.~ 230 this chapter. (Ord. 12-95 S 6: Ord. 12-92 S 4,
Ord. 21-89 S 21.2)
7.32.040 Scope.
A. The provisions of this code shall apply to the installation, erection, construction,
enlargement, addition to, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion,
occupancy, equipping, use, and maintenance of any building or structure within the city.
B. The permissive provision of this code shall not be presumed to waive any limitations
imposed by any other law, ordinance, rule or regulation. If two or more pertinent
limitations are not identical, those limitations shall prevail which provide greater safety to
life, health, property or public welfare.
C. Buildings shall be made accessible to the physically handicapped as required by
Title 24 California Code of Regulation. Whenever there is a conflict between any of the
provisions of this code and Title 24, the provisions of Title 24 shall prevail. (Ord. 21-89 S
21.3)
7.32.050 Exceptions.
The provisions of this code shall not apply to:
A. Work located in a public street;
B. Trailer coaches, campers, mobile homes, motor vehicles, railroad cars, and aircraft;
however, if any of the foregoing are permanently placed on the ground or have their
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wheels removed for other than temporary repairs, they shall comply with all of the .
provisions of this code;
C. Houseboats or other watercraft; however, if any of the forgoing are stored out of the
water and are used for any purpose whatsoever, they shall comply with all of the
provisions of this chapter;
D. Towers or poles supporting communication lines or power transmission lines;
E. Dams, flood control and drainage structures;
F. Portable amusement devices and structures, including merry-go-rounds, ferris
wheels, rotating conveyances, slides, similar devices, and portable accessory structures
whose use is necessary for the operation of such amusement devices and structures but
not including any storage building or detached structure which is not an integral part of
the device. (Ord. 21-89 S 21.4)
7.32.060 Additions, alterations and repairs-Generally.
Buildings or structures to which additions, alterations, or repairs are made shall comply
with all the requirements of this code for new buildings or structures except as
specifically provided for in this section and Section 7.32.070 through 7.32.100. (Ord. 21-
89 S 21.5(a))
7.32.070 Additions, alterations and repairs-Code compliance.
Additions, alterations or repairs may be made to any building or structure without
requiring the existing building or structure to comply with all the requirements of this
code, provided the additional, alteration or repair conforms to that required for a new
building or structure. Additions or alterations shall not be made to an existing building or
structure which will cause the existing building or structure to be in violation of any of
the provisions of this code nor shall such additions or alterations cause the existing
building or structure to become unsafe. An unsafe condition shall be deemed to have
been created if an addition or alteration will cause the existing building or structure to
become structurally unsafe or overloaded; will not provide adequate egress in compliance
with the provisions of this code or will obstruct existing exits; will create a fire hazard;
will reduce required fire resistance or will otherwise create conditions dangerous to
human life. Any building so altered, which involves a change in use or occupancy, shall
not exceed the height, number of stories and area permitted for new buildings. Any
building plus new additions shall not exceed the height, number of stories and area
specified for new buildings. Additions or alterations shall not be made to an existing
building or structure when such existing building or structure is not in full compliance
with the provision of this code. (Ord. 21-89 S 21.5(b))
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7.32.080 Alterations and repairs-Apartment houses, hotels and dwellings.
A. The provisions of Section 7.32.070 shall not prohibit the alteration or repair of any
legally established existing apartment house, hotel, dwelling or structure accessory
thereto which retains, replaces or extends the use of the original materials or continued
use of original methods of construction provided such alteration or repair does not create
or continue a dangerous building as defined in Section 7.28.050, a substandard building
as defined in Section 1001 of the Uniform Housing Code. However, such alteration or
repair shall not reduce any required fire resistance below that specified by this code,
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reduce the resistance to lateral forces below that specified by this code, or increase the
stress or deflection of any member so as to exceed that specified by this code.
B. The provisions of Section 7.32.070 pertaining to additions shall not require any
legally existing apartment house, hotel, dwelling, or structure accessory thereto to be
made to conform to the provisions of this code solely because of the construction of the
addition. However, this section shall not be constructed to permit the addition to increase
the stress or deflection of any existing member so as to exceed that specified by the
building code. Whenever an addition increases the number of occupants which must exit
through the existing building all of the exit facilities serving the increased number of
occupants shall comply with the provisions of this code. Whenever a new dwelling unit is
created either by new construction, or by an alteration to an existing building, separate
gas and electrical meters shall be provided. (Ord. 21-89 ~ 21.5(c))
7.32.090 Additions-Apartment houses, hotels and dwellings.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7.28.120, whenever alterations, repairs, or
additions requiring a permit and having a valuation in excess of one thousand dollars
($1,000) occur, or one (1) or more sleeping rooms are added or created in existing Group
R, Division 3 Occupancies, the entire building shall be provided with smoke detectors
located as required for new Group R, Division 3 Occupancies. Further more spark
arrestors shall be installed on all chimneys connected to solid burning fuel-burning
appliances. (Ord. 21-89 ~ 21.5(d))
7.32.100 Repair of roof covering.
Roof coverings may be repaired or replaced with materials as set forth in Section
7.32.~ 160. (Ord. 21-89 ~ 21.5(e))
7.32.110 Chapter 1, Administration-Deleted.
Chapter 1, iBellleiBg Parts 1,2 ane 3 are ~deleted. (Ord. 12-95 ~ 7: Ord. 12-92 ~~~ 5:
Ord. 21-89 ~ 22.0)
7.32.120 Seeti8Rs 340S, Chapter 34, ChaRge iR ase }AlBeRded.
SeetioB 3105 is ameBeed by deleting the third pamgraph. (Ore. 12 95 ~ &: Ore. 12 92 ~ S
6: Ore. 21 &9 S 22.1)
7.32.~ 120 Section 504.6, Chapter 5, Area separation walls-Amended.
Section 504.6 is amended by adding a new lEem 504 .€i. '7 subsection 504.6.8 to read:
504.6.7 504.6.8 Area separation walls shall not be considered to create
separate buildings for the purpose of automatic fire-sprinkler system requirements
as set forth in Chapter 9.
Exception: Buildings separated by continuous area separation walls of four-
hour fire-resistive construction without openings. Buildings required to have
automatic fire-sprinkler protection as set forth in Section 13113 of the Health and
Safety Code are prohibited from using area separation walls in lieu of automatic
fire-sprinkler protection.
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(Ord. 12-95 S 9: Ord. 12-92 S 7: Ord. 21-89 S 22.2) .
7.32.lM) 130 Section 505.4, Chapter 5, Yard restriction-Added.
A new Section 505.4 is added to read:
505.4 Yard Restriction. The increase in area permitted by Sections 505.1 and
505.2 ofthis Section shall not be allowed unless or until the owner ofthe required
yard shall file an agreement binding such owner, his heirs, and assignees, to set
aside the required yard as unobstructed space having no improvements. Such
agreement shall be recorded in the Alameda County Recorder's Office.
(Ord. 12-95 S 10: Ord. 12-92 S 8: Ord. 21-89 S 22.3)
7.32.150 Section 1203.3 Exception. Chapter 12. Ventilation.-Deleted.
Section 1203.3 Exception is deleted.
7.32.~ 170 Section +9t+ 1619. Chapter 16, Part VI Division III, Wind design-
Amended.
Section +4l-7 1619 is amended to read:
Section +4l-7 1619 Exposure.
All portions of the City of Dublin have a basic wind speed of70 miles per hour.
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All portions shall be exposure "B" except that all portions of the City of Dublin
east of the easterly city boundary as it existed on December 23, 1986 and all
portions of the City of Dublin west of the westerly city boundary as it existed on
April 21, 1991 shall be exposure "C".
(Ord. 12-95 SS 13: Ord. 12-92 S 10: Ord. 21-89 SS 22.5)
7.32.~ 180 Table 16-A, Chapter 16, Part VI Division I, Uniform and
concentrated loads-Amended.
Table 16-A is amended by adding a new Footnote 10 to read:
10. Bridges for vehicular traffic shall be designed for H20 loading as
designated by the American Association of State Highway Officials.
(Ord. 12-95 S 14: Ord. 12-92 S 11: Ord. 21-89 S 22.6)
7.32.~ 160 Section 1503.1, Chapter 15, Special requirements-Amended.
Section 1503.1 is amended to read:
1503.1 Special Requirements.
1. Map of Fire Safe Roof Areas. Figure 15-1 * is a map of Fire Safe Roof
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areas. Said map may be amended from time to time by including areas which are
annexed to the City within one of the two roofing areas. Said amendments may be
made by the Building Official after consultation, with the Chief of the Dougherty
Regional Fire .A~uthority. Fire Department having iurisdiction.
2. Roofing Area 1. Any new roof and any alteration, repair or replacement for
buildings housing R & U -1 occupancies in Roofing Area 1 shall use roof covering
material that conforms to Class B or better when tested in accordance with UBC
Standard 15-2, or shall be made of concrete, ferrous or cooper metal, clay, slate or
similar non-combustible material.
3. Roofing Area 2. Any new roof for buildings using roof covering material
that conforms to Class C or better when tested in accordance with UBC Standard
15-2, or shall be made of concrete, ferrous or copper metal, clay, slate or similar
non-combustible material.
4. Other Occupancies. Any new roof covering and any alterations, repairs or
replacement of roof covering material for buildings housing all other occupancies
shall conform to the requirements as set forth in Roofing Area 1.
(Ord. 12-95720: Ord. 12-92 ~ 16: Ord. 21-89 ~ 22.12)
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Editor's Note: Figure 15-1 is on file with Orainanee ~ in the office of the City Clerk.
7.32.~ 140 Section 904.2.3. 904.2.3.9. 904.2.4.1.1. 904.2.5. 904.2.8. 904.2.9.1.
904.2.12. Chapter 9, Part VI, Automatic fire extinguishing systems-
Amended.
Section 940.2.3.904.2.3.9.904.2.4.1.1. 904.2.5. 904.2.8. 904.9.1. 904.2.12 are Hr
amended to read:
910.2 }~lltomatie Fife ExtiRgaishing Systems.
901.2.1 '''here ReEf1lired. .Ad). aatematic fife extiRguishiRg system shall be
iRstalled iR the ecea13aneies and loeatic)f}s as set forth in tRis sectioR. fer
provisions on Sfleeial a~deas materials see the fire Code.
901.2.2 .A~ll Oee1lfJ8Reies ExeefJt Cr911fJ R, Diyisi9R 3 aRd Cr911fJ U
Oee1lfJ8Reies.
Exeel't for Graa}) R, Di','isioR 3 aad Groal' U Ocea})ancies, an aatomatic
sl'rinkler system shall Be iRstalled:
1. IR every story or Basement of all buildings ',yaeR tl:1e flem area elceeeds
1,500 sqliare feet (139.4m2) aad there is Rot })revided at least 20 square feet
(1.gem2) of opeRieg entirely above tl:1e adjoinieg gre1llld level in eaea 50 lineal
feet (15,21 Om2) m fraetioR taereof ef exterior Viall iR tl:1e story or basement on al
least ORe side of tl:1e BuildiRg. Openings shall aa','e a miFliFFHHR dimeasioFl of Flot
less than 30 inches (7e3mm). Slieh openings shall be accessible to the fire
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departmEli:H: from the exterior and shall Rot be obstruoted in a mamler that fire
fighting or reseU(~ CanRot be aecomplished from tl:1e eKterior.
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V/hen opeRings in a story are provided on only one side and the opposite '.\'all
of such story is more than 75 feet (22,gaOmm) from suoh openings, the story shall
be provided '.'lith an appro'led automatic sprinlder system, or openings as
speeified above shall be pro'lided OR alleast tv,r.o sides of an exterior 'Nail of the
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If any portieR of a basement is loeated more than 75 f-eet (22,gaOmm) from
openings reCJ:l:lired iR tlHs section, the basement shall be proyided v:ith an
approved automatic sprinkler system.
2. :\t the top of rubbish and liHeR eootes and iR their terminal rooms. Cootes
extending through three or more floors shall haye adl:!itiona.l sprinkler heads
installed within such. elN:1tes at alternate floors. Sprinkler aeads shall be accessible
:fur servieing.
3. IR rooms where nitr-ate film is stsrel:! er aandled.
4. In proteeted eombustible fiber storage yaults as defined iR the Fire Coae.
5. Thol:lgaout aU bl:lildiags \-vita a floor level '.vita an oeeupant leal:! of 30 0
more that is loeatea55 f-eet (la,7e4mrn) or mere above the lowest leyel offire
departmeRt vehiele aceess.
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EXCEPTION:
1. .^jlflort eontrol tovlers.
2. Open parkiRg skt:letl:Hes.
3. Group F, DivisioR 2 Oeeapaneies.
904.2.3 Group A Occupancies.
An automatic fire-extinguishing system shall be installed in all Group A
Occupancies (except of Type V construction) where the floor area exceeds 5,000
square feet (465 m2) and in all basements floor area exceeds 1,500 square feet
(139.4 m2). Group A occupancies that are of Type V construction where the floor
area exceeds 3,000 square feet (279 m2).
901.2.3.1 DriBIGBg estaldisllmeBts. :\B automatic sprinkler system saall be
iRstallea iR roams usea by the oeel:lpants :fur the eonsl:Ul3ptioB sf a1eoHolic
be'leFages anal:IDseparated a00essery ases '.yhere the total area ef such
unseparated roems and assembly uses exceeds 5,909 sqaare feet (4e5 m2) (em::ept
of Type V eOBstruetioR). For uses te be eORsiaerea as separatea, the seflaration
shall ROt be less than as required for a ORe hOlM oecapan0Y separation. The area of .
other ases shall be ineluded unless separated by at least a one aOlM oecupancy
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separation. Drinking, establishments that ai"e of Type V construction ,,,,here the
floor area exceeds 3, 000 square feet (279 m2)
904.2.3.2 Basements. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in
basements classified as a Group ~\ Occupanc:y y/hen the basement is larger than
1,500 SqUMC feet (139 m2) in floor arca.
904.2.3.3 Exhibition ana display reems. }.n automatic sprinkler system shall
be installed in Group }~ Occupancies ,,,,hich ha'/e more than 12,000 square feet
(112 m2) of floor area y/hich can be used for exhibition or display purpose.
904.2.3.4 Stairs. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in enclosed
usable space belo'll or oyer a stairvtay in Group ~\, Divisions 2, 2.1.3 and 4
Occupancies. See Section 1009.6 1005.3.3.6 and 1006.3.3.2.
904.2.3.5 l\fultitheater eomfllexes.}Jl automatic sprinkler system shall be
installed in e','ery building containing a multiheater complex.
904.2.3.6. }s.musement buildings. ~\n automatic sprinkler system shall be
installed in all amusement buildings. The main ',vater flay; switch shall be
electrically supervised. The sprinkler main cutoff'/alve shall be supervised. \Vhen
the amusement building is temporary, the sprinkler water supply system may be
of an approved temporary type.
EXCEPTION: }.n automatic: sprinkler system need not be provided when the
floor area of a tCffiflorary amusement building is less than 1,000 square feet (92.9
m2) and the exist travel distance from any ]3oint is less than. 50 feet (15,240 mm).
904.2.3.7 Stages. }Jl stages shall be sprinkled. Such sprinklers shall provided
throughout the stage and in dressing rooms, ',vorkshops, storerooms and other
accessory spaces contiguous to such stages.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Sprinklers are not required for stages 1,000 square feet (92.9
m2) or less in Mea and 50 feet (1542 mm) or less in height where c:urtains, scenery
or other combustible hangings are not retractable vertically. Combustible
hangings shall be limited to a single main curtain, borders, legs and a single
backdrop.
2. Under stage area less than 4 feet (1219 mm) in clear height used cxclusi'/ely
for chair or table storage and lined on the inside v/ith 5/8 inch (16mm) Type X
gypsum vlallboard or an approved equal.
904.2.3.9 Group B Occupancies.
An automatic fire-extinguishing system shall be installed in Group B
occupancies (except Type V construction) where the floor area exceeds 5,000
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square feet (465 m2). An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in Group B,
of Type V construction where the floor area exceeds 3,000 square feet (279 m2).
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904.2.4.1 Group E Occupancies. .\n automatic fire extinguishing shall be
installed in all Group E Occupancies (except Type V construction) '."here the
floor area exceeds 5,000 square feet (465 m2). .\n automatic sprinkler system
shall be installed in all Group E Occupancies of Type V construction \,'/nere the
floor area exceeds 3,000 square feet (279 m2)
904.2.4 Creu.p E Oeeu.paneies.
904.2.4.1. General. .^J1 automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed
tlH"oughout all buildings containing a Group E, Division 1 Occupancy.
EXCEPTION: 1. \Vhen each room used for instruction has at least one exit
door directly to the exterior at ground level and v/hen rooms used for assembly
purpose have at least one half of the required exits directly to the exterior ground
level, a sprinkler system need not he provided.
2. '\Then are separation walls, or occupancy separations fla'/ing a fire resistiye
rating of not less than two holli'S subdivide the building into separate
compartments such that each oompartment contains an aggregate floor area not
greater than 20,000 square feet (1858 m2), an automatic sprinkler system need not
be pro'/ided.
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904.2.4.1.1 An automatic fire-extinguishing system shall be in Group E,
Division 2 and 3 occupancies (except Type V construction) where the floor area
exceeds 5,000 square feet (465 m2). An automatic sprinkler system shall be
installed in Group E, Division 2 and 3 of Type V construction where the floor
area exceeds 3, 000 square feet (279 m2).
904.2.4.2 Basements. l\n automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in
basements classified as Group E, Division I Occupancies.
904.2.4.3 Stairs. .\n automatic fire sprinicler system shall be installed in
enclosed usable space belo'.v or over a stairway in Grol:lfl E, Division 1
Occupancies. See Section 1009.6 1005.3.3.6 and 1006.3.3.2.
904.2.4.5 Group F Occupancies.
An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in all Group F
occupancies (except Type V construction) where the floor area exceeds 5,000
square feet (465 m2) an automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in all Group
F occupancies of Type V construction where the floor area exceeds 3,000 square
feet (279 m2).
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901.2.5 Creu}') H Oeeupaneies.
901.2.5.1 General. "^ill automatic firc extinguishing system shall be installed in
Group H, Division 1, 2, 3 and 7 Occupancies.
90~.2.5.2 Croup H, Division 4 Oeeupaneies. },n automatic fire extinguishing
system shall bc installed in Group H, Di'/ision 4 Occupancies having a floor area
of more than 3,000 square feet (279 m2).
901.2.5.3 Crou}') H, Division (; Occupancies. }...n automatic fire extinguishing
system shall be installed throughout buildings containing Group H, Division 6
occupancies. The design of the sprinkler system shall be not less than the required
under V.B.C. Standard No.9 1 f-or the occupancy haZiard classifications as
f-ollov/s:
Location
Oeetlpaney Hazard
Classification
Fabricatien areas
Senice eerridors
Storage mems '.';itheut diB}3emsmg
Storage reomB v/ith dispensing
Exit cemaoFs
Ordmary Haz&rd Grotlp 2
Ordinary Hazard Group 2
Ordinary Hazard Group 2
Extra Hazard Group 2
Or-dinar:)! Hazar..d Ckoap 2 1
Note: 1 'VI/heR the design area Elfllie Sflrinkler system consists of a corridor protected by one ro'.'/ of
sprinklers, the ffiEl-)(imHm :ffiHR13er Elf sf3riBklers that aeed to caleulatec:l is 13.
904.2.6 Croup I Oeeupaneies.
An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in Group I Occupancies.
EXCEPTION: In jails, prisons, and reformatories, the piping system may be
dry, provided a manually operated val'/e is installed in a continuously monitored
location. Opening of the val'/e vlill cause the piping system to be charged.
Sprinkler heads in such systems shall be equipped v/ith fusible elements or the
system shall be designed as required for deluge systems in U.B.C. Standard No.
9-h
904.2.8 Group M and S Occupancies.
An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in Group M and S
occupancies where the floor area exceeds 5,000 square feet (465 m2) (except Type
V construction). An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in all retail
sales rooms classed A Group M and S occupancies of Type V construction where
the floor area exceeds 3,000 square feet (279 m2).
904.2.8 Creup R, Divisian 1 Oeeupaneies.
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.^J1 automatic sprinkler system shall be installed tmoughout every apartment
house three or more stories in height or containing 16 or more dwolling units in
congregate residences tmee or more stories in height and haTling an occupant load
of 50 or more and in hotels three or more stories in height or containing 20 or
more guest rooms. Residential or quick response standard sprinkler heads shall be
used in the dT,yelling unit and guest room portions of the building.
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904.2.9.1 Group R, Division 1 and 3 Occupancies.
An automatic fire-extinguishing system shall be installed where the total area
exceeds 5,000 square feet (465m2).
904.2.12 All Group A, B, E, H, I, R-l & R-3
Occupancies. Automatic fire-extinguishing systems shall be installed in all
Groups A, B, E, H, I, R-l & R-3 occupancies located more than 1 Y:z. miles from a
fire station providing fire protection to that location. Said distance shall be
measured in a straight line. For R-3 occupancies the sprinkler system may be a
residential sprinkler system type NFP A 13.
Buildings containing portions which are required to have an automatic fire
extinguishing system because of the number of stories shall have the automatic
fire extinguishing system installed throughout and area separation as set forth in
Section 504.6 shall not be considered as creating separate buildings for the
purpose of this section.
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When the specific use of a building is not known at the time of design and
installation of the automatic fire-extinguishing system the design shall be based
upon Ordinary Hazard Group 2 as set forth in UBC Standard 9-1.
Whenever an addition is made to an existing building automatic fire-
extinguishing systems shall be installed if the existing building plus the addition
exceeds the area or height limitations set forth in this section. Whenever the use
of an existing building or portion thereof is changed in any manner so as to
require the installation of an automatic fire-extinguishing system, said system
shall be installed in that portion of the building housing the new use.
(Ord. 12-95 S 22, 23: Ord. 12-92 S 19: Ord. 21-89 S 22.15)
7.32.279 SeedoB 1896, Chapter 18, FootiBgs .A...meBded.
Section 1806 is amended by adding the folloTNing at the end oftne first paragraph:
.^'- minimum of one top and one bottom continuous bars of 1/2" diameter
rcinforcing steel shall be required in all continuous eoncrete or masonry
bearing foundations of Group R residential occupancies.
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(Ord. 12 95 ~ 25)
7.32.271 SeetieB 192~ 1900.4, Chapter 19, :MiBiBlllBl Slah Thielffiess l'ABleBded.
SeetioB 1921 1900.1.1 is amended as f{)llows to read:
(a) General. The minimum thickness of eoncrete floor slabs supported
direetly on the groaad shall be not less than 3~;" inches (&9 mm). The slab
shall be reinforcec:l \\qth not less thall six inches by six inches ten gauge
wire mesh or all approyed alternate installed at mic:l height of the slab.
(Ord. 12 95 ~ 26)
7.32.~ 190 Section 222~.11.3 2320.11.3, Chapter 23, Bracing, Item 5-Deleted.
Section 2326.11.32320.11.3, Item 5 is deleted.
(Ord. 12-95 ~ 27)
7.32.~ 200 Section 232~.11.3 2320.11.3, Chapter 23, Bracing, Item 7-Amended.
Section 2326.11.3 2320.11.3, Item 7 is amended as f{)1l0\YS to read:
Portland cement plaster on studs spaced 16 inches (406 mm )on center
installed in accordance with Table No. 4+ 25-1. Limited to single story R-3
and U-l occupancies.
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7.32.27i Seeti9B 2~02.2, Chapter 3~, SlIspeBded eeiliBgs ~\BleBded.
Section 3103.2 is amended by ac:lc:ling the f{)llewing pamgraph at the eBc:l efthe Seetion
full(.r::mg elcceptiens:
\\7fl.en a permit is issued for alteratiens or repairs, the eJcisting
s\:lspeaaed ceiliag system \\q1Jria the area of alteratioa or repair shall
c0mply \\qtll the lateral desiga re~iremeRts efthe UBC StaRdard 25 2
Part III.
(Ord. 12 95 ~ 29)
7.32.280 Seeti9B 1022, ~AAppeBdix Chapter 10, BlIildiBg seellrity ~A...BleBded.
~^~ppendix 10 is B:fFlended to reac:l:
SeetieB 1022 Residemial Secmity Reqmrements.
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(a) Exterier deers. .^JI eKterior 'N00d doors shall be of solid \':ood
eoftstmctioa, ao less than 13/4" iaehes thiek or hollo"v metal doors. Except
for slidiRg glass d00rs, exterior doors shall Rot ha'.'e glaziag lai"ger taan 2"
1:1nless glazing is 1/4" tempered glass.
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(b) LeeluBg deviees. Exterior s'.viRgiFlg doors shall ha'le a loek on the
latohing device and LID auxiliary eylinder dead bolt. The dead bolt shall be
hardened steel and haye a 1" tlH'ow. IftRe cylinder of the lock protrudes
from the faee of the door it shall be fitted '.'lith a eylinder riRg guard so it
eannot be gripped with pliers or other 'sl'enching de'.'iees. DoClble doors
shall ha'le the inactive leaf seemed with flush bolts shall be hardeRed steel
1/ 1" minimum in diameter and shall ellgage a mertal strike plate to a
minimum deptR of 3/g"/
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(c) Strike plates. Strike plates for '::ood jambs shall be secmed '.'Iith a
minimum of t'.\'0 wood serews 3: 10Rg which shaH engage he door studs.
(d) Jamlls. IRswiRgiRg doors 'l.ith woad ja.mbs shall have rabitted
jambs. The ja.mbs 0R tRe strike side shall have eontinuous solid shims
above aB.d below the strike plates and the opposite jaJ:1Tb shall ha'le solid
shims at the 1~1'.'el of the strike plate. Both door studs shall be reilHoreed
\vith horizClIltal solid blaekillg at the approximate heigBt of strike.
(e) lIiRges. Exterior hinges aB.d hinges of outs'NiagiRg Boors from. the
garage to the d'.velling shall ha'le non remoyable piRs.
(f) SlidiRg glass deers. Sliding glass doors shall comply ':.1tll Chapter
21. SliBing glass doors shall be fitted ':.1& a laeking deviee t.1:J.at shall
engage the strike sl::lffieieRtly to prevent its beiflg disellgaged by any
possible mo'.'emE!flt of ilie door ''y,itllin tRe space or elearanees proyideB f-or
instaHatiofl and operation. The bolt aB.d strike sllall be reinforeed by
harBeRed material so as to pre'leRt their separation by pl::llliflg, prying or
similar atla€k. .\n allKiliary lockiag eeyice shall be installeB Oil the door
whiell may be a piR, loek, or similar de'liee of not less tRaIl 1/1" ineh
diaflleter. The piE. shaH be of a harBened material aB.d engage tRe metal
portioE. of tRe sliding door. Doors \\1th two sliding pallels shall be locked
at the meetiE.g rails aRe SHaH ha'.'e all auxiliary lockiag deviee as deseribed
above.
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(g) EBtry visieB. :\11 maiE. or front entry doors shall be fItted '/lith a
..'ie....1ng device Haying a field of view of Rot less thLID 1 gO degrees.
(ll) "'iBdews. !Jl aeeessible dwelling ':liE.do'.vs shall be seeme as
follows:
1. Sliding glass v,1E.dows shall be seemed on tHe inside with a locking
deviee eapable 0f'llithstal.lding prying or wrenchiE.g. .^Jl auxiliary lock
shall be iElstalled on eaeh sliding '.\1ndo\\' that prevents movem.ent iR the
sliding t~aek.
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that are not exit doors shall have the inactive leaf seeun~d 'lAth flush bolts
at the top and bottoms. The bolts shall be hardened steell/1" miniml:lffi
diameter and shall engage a metal strike plate to, a minimum depth of 3/8
ffi:eft,.
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The dead bolts shall be hardened steel and shall haY6 a minim1:lIIl of
11/2 inch. tm'O'N. If the cylinder ofthe lock protrudes from the face of the
door it shall be fitted with oylinder ring geared so that it Canflot be gripped
with pliers or other '.';renehing devices.
'/ ehiele doors, oyerhead doors, and sliding doors SHall be seol:1:fed vlith
metal to metal 10 eking deviees whiCH pre'/eHt the door from opening.
(e) Strike plates. Strike plates fer wood jambs sl:1aJl be the high
security type and shall be secured with a miniF.FRlffi to two vrood sere''vs 3 "
loag whieh shall eRgage the door studs.
(d) JambS. InsvAnging doors v.ith 'wood jambs shall ha'/e rabitted
jambs. The jambs on the strike side shall have coHtiooel:ls solid shims
above and below the strike plates an.d the opposite jamb sball hw/e selid
shims at the level ef the strike plate. Both doer stads shall be reinforeed
\vith hori~ontal solid blockiag at the approximate height of strike.
( e) RiRges. EKterior doors shall ha'/e nen remo'.'able hiage pins.
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(f) SlidiRg glass doors. SlidiRg glass doors shall comply '.vith CHapter
24. SlidiRg glass deors shall be fitted \\ith a lockiag deyiee that shall
engage the strike sufficiently to pre'/ent its beiag diseagaged by any
possible me'/ement of the door withiR the space er clearances pre'/idea for
iRsmllatien and eperatioFl. The bolt an.d strike shall be reinforeea by
naraenea material so as to preveHt their separation by pffiling, prying or
similar attack/ an. amdliary lecJr.1ng aevice shall be iRsmlleQ OR the door
which may Be a pin, lock or similar aeviee of not less than 1/4" inch
diameter. The piR shall be ef hardened material an.d engage the metal
portion ef the sliding aoof. The primary lockiag device shall be operable
by a keyed or eode leck inside. Doors \\ith tv/o slidiag panels shall be
leekea at the meeting rails and shall ha'/e afl amdliary loeking device as
prescriBed above.
(g) "'iRdows. ~^Jl aecessible v.";dlaows ','{hich are not located at the
freRt or main entrance side of a non residential bllildiag SHall be made
seCl:1:fe as follews:
1. SliaiRg glass '.\iRao',Vs sl:1aJl be secured eR the inside with a locking
deyice capable of ',vithstanding pryiRg or \WeRckiRg. f Jl auxiliary look
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G) Exteriar ladders. EKterior ladders to the roof are not permitted.
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COrd. 12 95 ~ 30: Ord. 21 S9 ~ 22.17)
7.32.220 Section 1010. Appendix Chapter 10. Building security - Amended
Section 1010 is amended to read:
1010 Residential Security Requirements.
Residential building security shall be in accordance with the Uniform Building Security
Code in addition to the following:
(a) Addressing. All dwelling units shall be addressed as follows:
(1) Driveways servicing more than 20 individual dwelling units shall have minimum
of 4 inch high identification numbers. noting the range of unit numbers placed at the
entrance to each driveway at a height between 36 and 42 inches above grade. The light
source shall be provided with an uninterruptible AC power source or controlled only by
photoelectric device.
(2) There shall be positioned at each street entrance of a multiple family dwelling
complex having more than one structure. an illuminated diagrammatic representation
(map) of the complex that shows the location of the viewer and the unit designations
within the complex.
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(3) No other number may be affixed to a structure that might be mistaken for. or
confused with. the number assigned to the structure.
(4) If the building is adiacent to an alley. the number shall also be placed on or
adiacent to the rear gate accessing the alley.
(5) For multifamily buildings with recessed entrvway over 2 feet. an additional
lighted address must be placed at the entryway to the recessed area. If the recessed area
provides access to more than one dwelling unit. the range of units shall be displayed.
(6) Each principal building shall display the number or letter assigned to that
building on each corner of the building
(b) Landscapin2:.
(1) Shrubs and ground cover shall not directly cover windows and doorways.
(2) River rock used near parking lots or buildings shall be permanently affixed.
(3) Backyard gates shall be the full height of the wall and capable of being locked.
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. (4) Open space and buildings shall be arranged to afford visibility and opportunity
for surveillance by on-site users and passers-by.
(5) Barriers, both real and symbolic, shall be designed to afford opportunities for
surveillance through the barrier.
(6) For residential development walls shall be a minimum of 6 feet in height when
adiacent to any of the following:
Reverse frontage
Retention/detention areas
Parks
Commercial areas
Industrial areas
Bike paths
(c) Lightin2:. R-l Occupancy. Lighting of Multifamily or Apartment complexes
shall at a minimum be illuminated as follows:
(1) A site plan shall be provided showing buildings, parking areas, walkways,
detailed landscaping and a point by point photometric calculation of the required light
levels.
. (2) All exterior entrances shall be illuminated with a uniformly maintained minimum
level of one foot candles of light between ground level and 6 vertical feet within a
minimum radius of 15 feet from the center of the entrance between sunset and sunrise.
(3) Postal Service "gang boxes" (group postal boxes) shall be illuminated with a
uniformly maintained minimum level of one foot candle of light.
(4) Lighting of all exterior areas shall be designed to maximize surveillance and
reduce conflicts with building design, mature landscaping, and to minimize glare.
(5) Open stairways shall be illuminated with a minimum maintained five-tenths (0.5)
foot-candle of light in all landings and stair treads during the hours of darkness. Enclosed
stairways and enclosed common corridors shall be illuminated at all times with a
minimum maintained one-foot candle of light on all landings and stair treads.
(6) Private streets, alleys, and emergency access roads shall be illuminated using the
same standards as established for public thoroughfares.
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(7) Aisles, passageways, pedestrian walkways and recessed areas related to and
within a building, a building complex, or providing access to a building or building
complex from a parking lot or right of way shall be illuminated with a minimum
uniformlv maintained minimum level of one foot candle of light between ground level
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and six vertical feet between sunset and sunrise or other approved methods approved by
the Building Official.
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(8) Open parking lots. carports and refuse areas shall be illuminated to a medium
level as specified in the IES Lighting Handbook. 1987 application volume. which is a
minimum level of 1.0 foot-candle of light at ground level between sunset and sunrise.
All light sources required by this section shall be: (a) controlled by a photocell device or
a time clock that will turn the lights on at dusk and off at dawn and (b) protected by
weather and vandal resistant covers.
(d) Gara2:e Type (Vehicle) Doors. Garage-type doors. which are either rolling
overhead. solid overhead. swinging. sliding. or accordion style doors shall conform to the
following standards:
(1) Wood doors shall have panels a minimum of five-sixteenths (5/16) inch in
thickness with the locking hardware being attached to the support framing.
(2)Aluminum doors shall be a minimum thickness of .0215 inches and riveted
together a minimum of 18 inches on center along the outside seams. There shall be a fun
width horizontal beam attached to the main door structure which shall meet the pilot or
pedestrian access. door framing within 3 inches of the strike area of the pilot or
pedestrian access door.
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(3) Fiberglass doors shall have panels a minimum density of 6 ounces per square foot
from the bottom of the door to a height of 7 feet. Panels above 7 feet and panels in
residential structures shall have a density not less than 5 ounces per square foot.
(4) Doors utilizing a cylinder lock shall have a lock receiving point at each outer
edge ofthe door: or. if the door does not exceed 19 feet. a single bolt may be used if
placed in the center of the door with the locking point located either at the floor or door
frame header.
(5) Doors with slide bolt assemblies shall have frames a minimum of .120 inches of
thickness. with a minimum bolt diameter of one half (112) inch and protrude at least one
and one half (1 Y2) inches into the receiving guide. A bolt diameter of three-eighths (3/8)
inch may be used in a residential building. The slide bolt shall be attached to the door
with non-removable bolts from the outside. Rivets shall not be used to attach slide bolt
assemblies.
(e) Emer2:ency Access
(1) Private roads and parking areas or structures controlled by unmanned mechanical
parking type gates shall provide for police emergency access as follows:
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(A) An approved Knoxbox or Knox type key switch is to be mounted on a
control pedestal consisting of a metal post/pipe shall be installed at a height of 42 inches
and a minimum of 15 feet (4.6 m) from the entry/exit gate. It shall be located on the
driver's side of the road or driveway and accessible in such a manner as to not require a
person to exit their vehicle to reach it. nor to require anv back-up movements in order to
enter/exit the gate.
(2) All lockable pedestrian gates to residential recreation areas serying 6 or more
dwelling units. and gates or doors to common walkways or hallways of residential
complexes where there are 4 or more dwellin(2: units within the complex. shall provide for
police emergency access utilizing an approved key switch device or approved Knoxbox
which shall be installed as follows:
(a) Pedestrian gates/doors using an electromagnetic type lock shall install
a key switch within a telephone/intercom console or in a control housing.
(b) Pedestrian gate doors utilizing mechanical locks shall install a
Knoxbox adiacent to each gate/door. securely attaching it to a fence or
wall.
(f) Keyin~ requirements
Upon occupancy by the owner or proprietor. each single unit in a tract or commercial
development. constructed under the same general plan. shall have locks using
combinations that are interchange free from locks used in all other separate dwellings.
proprietorships. or similar distinct occupancies.
(g) Laundry rooms or areas: Common area laundry rooms in garden style
multiple-family complexes shall be designed and protected as follows:
(1) Entry doors shall have:
a.
A minimum six hundred (600) square inch clear vision panel in the upper
half of the door. consisting of W' tempered glass.
Automatic. hydraulic door closures.
Self-locking door locks equipped with a dead-locking latch allowing
exiting by a single motion and openable from the inside without the use of
a key or any special knowledge or effort.
Non-removable hinge pins for out-swinging doors to preclude removal of
the door from the exterior by removing the hinge pins.
A latch protector consisting of minimum 0.125-inch-thick steel attached to
the door's exterior by non-removable bolts from the exterior. It shall be
two (2) inches wide and extend a minimum of five inches above and
below the strike opening and extend a minimum of one (1 ) inch beyond
the edge of the door. It shall have a metal anti-spread pin a minimum of
one-half (112) inch in length.
b.
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d.
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(2) The laundry room shall be illuminated at all times with a minimum
maintained+ one-foot candle oflight at floor level. using a non-interruptible power
source. There shall be no light switches inside the room that control light fixtures
used to meet this lighting requirement.
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(3) Any portion of an openable window which is within eight (8) feet vertically
or six (6) feet horizontally from any accessible surface or any adioining roof. balcony.
landing. stair tread. platform. or similar surface. or any climbable pole or tree. or any
surface providing a foothold. shall be secured as required by section 1018 Uniform
Building Security Code.
(4) The interior of laundry rooms shall be visible from the exterior along
common walking or driving surfaces. Perimeter windows and interior mirrors may be
utilized to meet this requirement. Laundry rooms are to be located in high activity
areas with natural surveillance opportunities and not in remote or isolated locations.
(h) Other requirements
(1) Storage Areas. Any exterior storage area attached to a dwelling. apartment or
condominium and enclosed by a door shall comply with this section or have a
minimum 3/8" diameter hardened padlock hasp.
(2) Side Gates. Side gates shall be secured with a slide bolt mounted on the
inside of the gate. The slide bolt shall have a bolt diameter of three-eighths (3/8) inch
and protrude at least one and one-half (1 12) inches into the receiving guide. The slide
bolt shall be attached to the gate with non-removable bolts. Rivets shall not be used to
attach slide bolt assemblies. The slide bolt shall be mounted at a height that is not
accessible by reaching over the gate.
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(n Elevators
Elevators shall be designed as follows:
Elevator cabs. the interiors of which are not completely visible when the door
is open from a point centered on the 36 inches away form the door shall have
shatter resistant mirrors or other equally reflective material so placed as to make
visible the entire elevator cab from this point. The elevator cab shall be
illuminated at all times with a minimum maintained 2 foot candles oflight at floor
level.
(i) Stairways
Except for private stairways. Stairways shall be designed as follows:
(a) Interior doors shall have glazing panels a minimum of 5 inches wide
and 20 inches in height and meet requirements of the Uniform Building
Code.
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(b) Areas beneath stairways at or below ground level shall be fully
enclosed or access to them restricted.
(c) Enclosed stairways shall have shatter resistant mirrors or other equally
reflective material at each level and landing and be designed or placed in
such manner as to provide visibility around corners.
7.32.230 Section 1020. Appendix Chapter 10. Non Residential Building
Security Requirements. -Added.
A new Section 1020 is added to read:
1020 Non Residential Building Security.
(a) Addressin~. All non-residential buildings / units shall be addressed as follows:
(1) Buildings require a minimum of 3-inch high numbers displayed on the building.
(2) Tenant space numbers shall be a minimum size of3 inches and be located on all
doors. In addition all rear doors or service doors will have the name of the business in 3-
inch high lettering.
(3) There shall be positioned at each street entrance of a non-residential complex
having more than one structure. an illuminated diagrammatic representation (map) of the
complex that shows the location of the viewer and the unit designations within the
complex.
(4) No other number may be affixed to a structure that might be mistaken for. or
confused with. the number assigned to the structure.
(5) The assigned address. including the suite number. shall be displayed on all
electric meters in accordance with utility company standards.
(6) If the building is adiacent to an alley. the number shall also be placed on or
adjacent to the rear gate accessing the alley.
(7) Buildings with recessed entrvway over 2 feet. an additional light must be placed
at the entrvway to the recessed area. If the recessed area provides access to more than
one tenant space the range of units shall be displayed.
(8) Where more than 1 building is accessed by a common street entrance or there are
multiple buildings on the same lot. each principal building shall display the number or
letter assigned to that building on each corner of the building. as determined by the
Building Official.
(b) Landscaping.
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(1) Shrubs and ground cover shall not directly cover windows and doorways.
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(2) River rock used near parking lots or commercial buildings shall be permanently
affixed.
(3) Open space and buildings shall be arranged to afford visibility and opportunity
for surveillance by on-site users and passers-by.
(4) Barriers. both real and symbolic. shall be designed to afford oP?ortunities for
surveillance through the barrier.
(c) Lighting. Lighting of non-residential buildings shall at a minimum be
illuminated as follows:
(1) A site plan shall be provided showing buildings. parking areas. walkways.
detailed landscaping and a point by point photometric calculation of the required light
levels.
(2) All exterior entrances shall be illuminated with a uniformly maintained minimum
level of one foot candles of light between ground level and 6 vertical feet within a
minimum radius of 15 feet from the center of the entrance between sunset and sunrise.
(3) All light switches in public rest rooms or identified for general public use shall be
of the style that cannot be turned off or on by users other than staff.
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(4) Lighting of all exterior areas shall be designed to maximize surveillance and
reduce conflicts with building design. mature landscaping. and to minimize glare.
(5) O?en stairways shall be illuminated with a minimum maintained five-tenths (0.5)
foot-candle of light in all landings and stair treads during the hours of darkness. Enclosed
stairways and enclosed common corridors shall be illuminated at all times with a
minimum maintained one-foot candle of light on all landings and stair treads.
(6) Private streets. alleys. and emergency access roads shall be illuminated using the
same standards as established for public thoroughfares.
(7) Aisles. passageways. pedestrian walkways and recessed areas related to and
within a building. a building complex. or providing access to a building or building
complex from a parking lot or right of way shall be illuminated with a minimum
uniformly maintained minimum level of one foot candle oflight between ground level
and six vertical feet between sunset and sunrise.
(8) Open parking lots. carports and refuse areas shall be illuminated to a medium
level as specified in the IES Lighting Handbook. 1987 application volume. which is a
minimum level of 1.0 foot-candle oflight at ground level between sunset and sunrise.
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(9) Covered parking lots or covered portions of parking lots shall be illuminated with
a uniformly maintained minimum level of one foot candle of light between ground level
and 6 vertical feet between sunset and sunrise.
(10) Parking structures or enclosed or partially enclosed parking lots shall be
illuminated with a uniformly maintained minimum level of two foot candles of light
between ground level and 6 vertical feet between sunrise and sunset (daylight hours).
All light sources required by this section shall be: (a) controlled by a photocell device or
a time clock that will turn the lights on at dusk and off at dawn and (b) protected by
weather and vandal resistant covers.
(d) Gara2:e TYlle (Vehicle) Doors. Garage-type doors. which are either rolling
overhead. solid overhead. swinging. sliding. or accordion style doors shall conform to the
following standards:
(1 ) Wood doors shall have panels a minimum of five-sixteenths (5/16) inch in
thickness with the locking hardware being attached to the support framing.
(2)Aluminum doors shall be a minimum thickness of .0215 inches and riveted
together a minimum of 18 inches on center along the outside seams. There shall be a full
width horizontal beam attached to the main door structure which shall meet the pilot. or
pedestrian access. door framing within 3 inches of the strike area of the pilot or
pedestrian access door.
(3) Fiberglass doors shall have panels a minimum density of 6 ounces per square foot
from the bottom of the door to a height of 7 feet. Panels above 7 feet and panels in
residential structures shall have a density not less than 5 ounces per square foot.
(4) Doors utilizing a cylinder lock shall have a lock receiving point at each outer
edge of the door: or. of the door does not exceed 19 feet. a single bolt may be used if
placed in the center of the door with the locking point located either at the floor or door
frame header.
(5) Doors with slide bolt assemblies shall have frames a minimum of .120 inches of
thickness. with a minimum bolt diameter of one half (1/2) inch and protrude at least one
and one half (1 'l'2) inches into the receiving guide. A bolt diameter of three-eighths (3/8)
inch may be used in a residential building. The slide bolt shall be attached to the door
with non-removable bolts from the outside. Rivets shall not be used to attach slide bolt
assemblies.
(6) Padlocks used with exterior mounted slide bolts shall have a hardened steel
shackle locking at both heel and toe and a minimum five pin tumbler operation with non-
removable key when in an unlocked position. Padlocks used with interior mounted slide
bolts shall have a hardened steel shackle with a minimum 4-pin tumbler operation.
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(e) Emer2:ency Access
(1) Private roads and parking areas or structures controlled by unmanned mechanical
parking type gates shall provide for police emergency access as follows:
(A) An approved Knoxbox or Knox type key switch is to be mounted on a
control pedestal consistin~ of a metal post/pipe shall be installed at a height of 42
inches and a minimum of 15 feet (4.6 m) from the entry/exit gate. It shall be located
on the driver's side of the road or driveway and accessible in such a manner as to not
require a person to exit their vehicle to reach it. nor to require any back-up
movements in order to enter/exit the gate.
(2) Non-residential multi-tenant buildings utilizin€! electronic access control systems
on the main entry doors. and enclosed retail shopping centers shall provide police
emergency access utilizing an approved key switch device or approved Knoxbox which
shall be installed as follows:
(a) All doors using an electromagnetic type of lock shall install a key
switch device within the building's exterior telephone/intercom console or in a
control housing consisting of a heavy gau~e metal. vandal and weather resistant
square or rectangular housing which shall be installed on the top of the control
pedestal. An approved Knoxbox or Knox type key switch is to be mounted on the
side facing the roadway located within close proximity and in a visible area near
the door.
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(b) Exterior main entry doors of an enclosed shopping center utilizing
mechanical door locks shall install a key vault within close proximity and in a
visible area near the door.
(ft Keying requirements
Upon occupancy by the owner or proprietor. each single unit in a commercial
development. constructed under the same general plan. shall have locks using
combinations that are interchange free from locks used in all other separate
proprietorships. or similar distinct occupancies.
(g) Exterior Openings. Exterior opening in non-residential buildings shall be as
follows:
(1) Swinging exterior wood and steel doors shall be equipped as follows:
(a) A single or double door shall be equipped with a double or single cylinder
deadbolt. The bolt shall have a minimum projection of one (1) inch and be
constructed so as to repel cutting tool attack. The deadbolt shall have an
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embedment of at least three-fourths (3/4) inch into the strike receiving the
proiected bolt. The cylinder shall have a cylinder guard. a minimum of five pin
tumblers and shall be connected to the inner portion of the lock by connecting
screws of at least one-fourth (1/4) inch in diameter. The provisions of the
preceding paragraph do not apply where: (a) panic hardware is required. or (b) an
equivalent device is approved by the authority having iurisdiction.
(2) Double doors shall be equipped as follows:
(a) The inactive leaf of double door(s) shall be equipped with metal flush bolts
have a minimum embedment of five-eighths (5/8) inch into the head and threshold
of the doorframe.
(b) Double doors shall have an astragal constructed of steel a minimum of .125
inch thick. which will cover the opening between the doors. The astragal shall be
a minimum of two (2) inches wide and extend a minimum of one (1) inch beyond
the edg:e of the door to which it is attached. The astragal shall be attached to the
outside of the active door by means of welding or with non-removable bolts
spaced apart on not more than ten (10) inch centers. (The door to which such an
astragal is attached must be determined by the fire safety codes adopted by the
enforcing authority.)
(3) Aluminum frame swinging doors shall be equipped as follows:
(a) The iamb on all aluminum frame swinging doors shall be so
constructed or protected to withstand 1.600 pounds of pressure in both a vertical
distance of three (3) inches and a horizontal distance of one (1) inch each side of
the strike. so as to prevent violation of the strike.
(b) A single or double door shall be equipped with a double cylinder
deadbolt with a bolt proiection exceeding one (1) inch. or a hook shaped or
expanding dog bolt that engages the strike sufficiently to prevent spreading. The
deadbolt lock shall have a minimum of five pin tumblers and a cylinder guard.
(4) Panic hardware. whenever required by the Uniform Building Code or Title
19. California Administration Code. shall be installed as follows;
(a) Panic hardware shall contain a minimum of two (2) locking points on
each door: or
(b) On single doors. panic hardware may have one locking point. which is
not to be located at either the top or bottom frame. The door shall have an
astragal constructed of steel .125 inch thick. which shall be attached with non-
removable to the outside of the door. The astragal shall extend a minimum of six
(6) inches vertically above and below the latch of the panic hardware. The
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astragal shall be a minimum of two (2) inches wide and extend a minimum of one
(1) inch beyond the edge of the door to which it is attached.
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(c) Double doors containing panic hardware shall have an astragal
attached to the doors at their meeting point. which will close the opening between
them, but not interfere with the operation of either door. (Fire Department
approval may be desired here).
(5) Horizontal sliding doors shall be equipped with a metal guide track at top and
bottom and a cylinder lock and/or padlock with a hardened steel shackle which
locks at both heel and toe. and a minimum five pin tumbler operation with non-
removable key when in an unlocked position. The bottom track shall be so
designed that the door cannot be lifted from the track when the door is in a locked
position.
(6) In office buildings (multiple occupancy). all entrance doors to individual
office suites shall meet the construction and locking requirements for exterior
doors.
(7) Windows shall be deemed accessible if less than twelve (12) feet above the
ground. Accessible windows having a pane exceeding ninety-six (96) square
inches in an area with the smallest dimension exceeding six (6) inches and not
visible from a public or private thoroughfare shall be protected with burglary
resistant glazing or other approved methods as determined by the Building
Official.
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(8) Side or rear window of the type that can be opened shall. where applicable, be
secured on the inside with either a slide bar. bolt. crossbar. auxiliary locking
device. and/or padlock with a hardened steel shackle. a minimum four pin tumbler
operation.
(9) The protective bars or grills shall not interfere with the operation of opening
windows if such windows are required to be openable by the Uniform Building
Code.
(10) All exterior transoms exceeding ninety-six (96) square inches on the side
and rear of any building or premises used for business purposes shall be protected
with burglary resistant glazing or other approved methods as determined by the
Building Official.
(11) Roof openings shall be equipped as follows:
(a) All skylights on the roof of any building or premises used by business
purposes shall be provided with:
(1) Rated burglary resistant glazing: or
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(2) Iron bars of at least one-half (1/2) inch round or one by one-
fourth (1 x ~) inch flat steel material under the skylight and
securely fastened; or
(3) Steel grills of at least one-eighth (1/8) inch material with a
maximum two (2) inches mesh under the skylight and securely
fastened.
(12) All hatchway openings on the roof of any building or premises used for
business purposes shall be secured as follows:
(a) If the hatchway is of wooden material. it shall be covered on the inside
with at least sixteen (16) U.S. gauge sheet metaL or its equivalent.
attached with screws.
(b) The hatchway shall be secured from the inside with a slide bar or slide
bolts. (Fire Department approval may be desired.)
(c) Outside hinges on all hatchway openings shall be provided with non-
removable pins when using pin-type hinges.
(13) All air duct or air vent openings exceeding ninety-six (96) square inches on
the roof or exterior walls of any building or premises used for business purposes
shall be secured by covering the same with either of the following:
(a) Iron bars of at least one-half (112) inch round or one by one-fourth (1 x
~) inch flat steel material spaced no more than five (5) inches apart and
securely fastened; or
(b) Iron or steel grills of at least one-eighth (118) inch material with a
maximum two (2) inch mesh and securely fastened.
(c) If the barrier is on the outside. it shall be secured with bolts which are
non-removable from the exterior.
(d) The above must not interfere with venting requirements creating a
potentially hazardous condition to health and safety or conflict with the
provisions of the Uniform Building Code or Title 19. California
Administrative Code.
(14) Exterior roof ladders shall not be permitted.
(15) There shall be no exterior electrical or phone panels.
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(16) Separation walls for individual tenant spaces housed within a common
structure shall be solid and continuous from the structure's foundation to roof.
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(17) Intrusion Devices.
(a) If the enforcing authority determines that the security measures and
locking devices described in this chapter do not adequately secure the
building. due to special conditions. he/she may require the installation and
maintenance of an intrusion device (burglar alarm system).
(h) Parkin~ structures.
(1) Parking structures shall be designed to restrict unauthorized access.
(2) Outside stairwells shall be open and not obstructed from view
(3) Security telephones with monitoring capability shall be located on every level
adiacent to pedestrian ingress/egress points. If pedestrian ingress/egress points are more
than 200 feet but less than 300 feet apart. additional security telephones shall be located
at the midpoint between pedestrian ingress/egress points. If pedestrian ingress/egress
points are more than 300 feet apart. security telephones will be located at 100 intervals.
Security telephones shall be visible from all vehicular and pedestrian ingress/egress
points and identified with appropriate signage.
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(4) Blind corners shall be provided with shatterproof convex mirrors to improve
visibility for both operators of vehicles and pedestrians.
en Elevators
Elevators shall be designed as follows:
(a)Elevator cabs. the interiors of which are not completely visible when the
door is open from a point centered on the 36 inches away form the door shall have
shatter resistant mirrors or other equally reflective material so placed as to make
visible the entire elevator cab from this point. The elevator cab shall be
illuminated at all times with a minimum maintained 2 foot candles of light at floor
level.
(i) Stairways
Except for private stairways. Stairways shall be designed as follows:
(a) Interior doors shall have glazing panels a minimum of 5 inches wide
and 20 inches in height and meet requirements ofthe Uniform Buildin€!
Code.
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(16) Separation walls for individual tenant spaces housed within a common
structure shall be solid and continuous from the structure's foundation to roof.
(17) Intrusion Devices.
(a) If the enforcing authority determines that the security measures and
locking devices described in this chapter do not adequately secure the
building. due to special conditions. he/she may require the installation and
maintenance of an intrusion device (burglar alarm system).
(h) Parking structures.
(1) Parking structures shall be designed to restrict unauthorized access.
(2) Outside stairwells shall be open and not obstructed from view
(3) Security telephones with monitoring capability shall be located on every level
adjacent to pedestrian ingress/egress points. If pedestrian ingress/egress points are more
than 200 feet but less than 300 feet apart. additional security telephones shall be located
at the midpoint between pedestrian ingress/egress points. If pedestrian ingress/egress
points are more than 300 feet apart. security telephones will be located at 100 intervals.
Security telephones shall be visible from all vehicular and pedestrian ingress/egress
points and identified with appropriate signage.
(4) Blind corners shall be provided with shatterproof convex mirrors to improve
visibility for both operators of vehicles and pedestrians.
(i) Elevators
Elevators shall be designed as follows:
(a)Elevator cabs. the interiors of which are not completely visible when the
door is open from a point centered on the 36 inches away form the door shall have
shatter resistant mirrors or other equally reflective material so placed as to make
visible the entire elevator cab from this point. The elevator cab shall be
illuminated at all times with a minimum maintained 2 foot candles of light at floor
level.
en Stairways
Except for private stairways. Stairways shall be designed as follows:
( a) Interior doors shall have glazing panels a minimum of 5 inches wide
and 20 inches in height and meet requirements of the Uniform Building
Code.
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(b) Areas beneath stairways at or below ground level shall be fully
enclosed or access to them restricted.
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(c) Enclosed stairways shall have shatter resistant mirrors or other equally
reflective material at each level and landing and be designed or placed in
such manner as to provide visibility around corners.
7.32.300 SeetioB 3303, Chapter 33, ProteetioB ofpeElestriaBs EluriBg
eOBstraetioB or ElemolitioB .\meaEleEl.
8ectioFl 3303.1 is atneaded to read:
8eetion 3303.1 General. }Jo person shall plaee or store any m.aterial or
equipmeFlt neeessary for the '.'lOrk aRtnorized by any building permit on
any street er alley er pMblie side\valk l:1flless an eFleroaeJ:unent pennit is
provided by Chapter 7.04, Dublin MlHlicipal Code, 1:1as been secured. No
persen s1:1aU perfonn aiTj' '.York on aR-Y bl:lildiFlg or strueture if by so doing
it eF!.dangers peaestrians on t1:1e street that abQts the property, lHl:less the
proteetic3R ef peaestriafls as speeified iF!. this coae is prcr:ided. No
enoroaehmeFlt permit shall be reqRired for the eonstructioB. of any railiFlg,
feFlee, or eaflOpy ased for the proteetiof} ef pedestrians if there is a valid
bail ding permit if} effect for sueR werk and the railiFlg, feflce or eaflOpy
does not extead beyond the eurb er gatter if tHere is eo eurb.
(Ord. 12 95 ~ 32: Ord. 12 92 ~ 22: Ord. 21 g9 ~ 22.19)
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7.32.310 SeetioB 3303.2, Chapter 33, temporary use of streets aaEl alleys
DeleteEl.
8eetic:m3303.2 is deleted. (Ord. 12 95 ~ 33: On!. 21 &9 ~ 22.20)
7.32.320 SeetioB 3303.3, Chapter 33, Storage OB puldie property DeleteEl.
8eetioe3303.3 is deleted. (Ord. 12 95 ~ 34: Ord. 12 g9 ~ 22.21)
7.32.330 SeetioB 3303.~, Chapter 33, l\IixiBg mortar OB puhlie property
DeleteEl.
8eetioB 33Q3.4 is eeleted. (Ord. 12 95 ~ 35: Ord. 21 g9 ~ 22.22)
7.32.3~0 SeetioB 3303.3. Chapter 33, ProteetioB of utilities Deleted.
8eetioB 3303.5 is deleted. (Ord. 12 95 ~ 36: Ord. 21 g9 ~ 22.23)
7.32.3S0 SeetioB 3201, Chapter 32, CeBeral .A...meRaed.
8ectioe 3201 is amended to read:
8eetiee3201.}Ie part of any structure or aR-Y appendage thereto shall
projeet beyond the pmperty line of tne buildiRg site e)(eept as speeified in
tRis chapter. 8truetures or appeRdages regulated by this code shall be
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constructed of materials as specified in Section 705. The proj ection of any
structure or appendage shall be the distance measured horizontally from
the property line to the outermost point ofthe projection. No pro'lision of
this chapter shall be construed to permit the violation of other lav{s or
ordinances regulating the use and occupancy of public property.
(Ord. 12-95 9 37: Ord. 12-95 923: Ord. 21-89 9 22.24)
7.32.360 SeetioB 3202, Chapter 32, PrajeetiaB iBta alleys Deleted.
Section 3202 is deleted. (Ord. 12 95 ~ 38: Ord. 21 89 ~ 22.25)
7.32.370 SeetiaB 3203, Chapter 32, Spaee belaw side\yalks Deleted.
Section 3203 is deleted. (Ord. 12 95 ~ 39: Ord. 21 89 ~ 22.26)
7.32.38G 210 Section 3208, Chapter 32, Signs-Added.
A new Section 3208 is added to read:
Section 3208 Signs. Signs when placed flat against the wall of a
building shall not proj ect beyond the front property line fiat more than 12
inches (305mm).
(Ord. 12-95 9940: Ord. 21-89 922.27)
7.32.390 SeetiaB 2506.4, Chapter 25, '"\leather resistive barriers .A..meBded.
Section 2506.4 is amended to read:
Section 2506.1. Not,vithstanding the provisions of Section 1102.1 the '.'leather
resisti'le barrier for exterior stucco shall be either Type 15 felt or Grade D craft building
paper ha'ling a 60 minute "vater resistance 'Nhen tested in accordance with UBC Standard
11 1. T\'lO layers ofthe '(leather resistive barrier shall be applied over wood sheathing.
(Ord. 12 95 ~ 11: Ord. 12 92 ~ 24: Ord. 21 89 ~ 22.28)
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Option 1
No regulations on the installation of solid fuel burning fireplace.
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Option 2
Regulations on the installation of woodburning fireplace to meet recommendations of
Bay Area Air Quality Management district
7.32.235 Section 3101.1. Chapter 31.Prohibited Installations-Added
A new Section 3101.1 is added to read:
It shall be unlawful to install a woodburning fireplace or appliance that is not one
of the following:
1) Pellet-fueled wood heater.
2) EP A certified wood heater.
3) Fireplace certified by EP A (Should EP A develop a fireplace
certification program.)
Option 3
Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces and Appliance Prohibited completely.
7.32.235 Section 3101.1. Chapter 31.Prohibited Installations-Added
A new Section 3101.1 is added to read:
It shall be unlawful to install a solid fuel burnin~ fireplace or appliance.
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NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 1993 PROVISIONS WITH NEW 1996
LANGUAGE INSERTED
Sections:
7.36.010
7.36.020
7.36.030
7.36.040
7.36.050
7.36.060
7.36.070
7.36.080
7.36.090
Title.
Purpose.
Adoption.
Scope.
Exceptions.
Additions, alterations and repairs.
Fire alarms.
Section 210-53, Office receptacle outlets-Added.
Article 336-4-Amended.
7.36.010 Title.
The National Electrical Code adopted by Sections 7.36.030 and the provisions ofthis
chapter is the city electrical code and may be cited as such and will be referred to in the
National Electrical Code and in this chapter as "this code." (Ord. 21-89 S 31.0)
7.36.020 Purpose.
A. the promotion and preservation of the public health, safety, and general welfare of
the people of the city and the property situated therein have made necessary the adoption
of the National Electrical Code referred to in Section 7.36.030 in order to adequately
safeguard life, health, property and general welfare.
B. The purpose of this code is not to create or otherwise establish or designate any
particular class or groups of persons who will or should be especially protected or
benefited by the terms of this code. (Ord. 21-89 S 31.1)
7.36.030 Adoption.
The "National Electrical Code ~ 1996," published by the National Fire Protection
Association, a copy of which is filed in the office of the City Clerk, is adopted by
reference as the electrical code for the city pursuant to the provisions of Section 50022.1
et seq. Of the Government Code of the state of California, except as hereinafter modified
in Sections 7.36.070 and 7.36.080 of this chapter. (Ord. 12-95 S 44: Ord. 7-91 S 1: Ord.
21-89 S 31.2)
7.36.040 Scope.
A. The provisions of this code shall apply to the installation, erection, construction,
enlargement, addition to, alteration, repair, moving, removal demolition, conversion, use,
and maintenance of any electrical wiring, appliances, devices, equipment, and
apparatuses used for or in connection with the transmission or use of electrical energy for
light, heat, power, radio, signaling communication or for other purpose in any building,
structure, or premises within the city.
B. The permissive provisions of this code shall not be presumed to waive any
. limitations imposed by any other law, ordinance, rule or regulation. If two (2) or more
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pertinent limitations shall prevail which provide greater safety to life, health, property or
public welfare.
C. Electrical appliances and equipment shall be made accessible to the physically
handicapped. Whenever there is a conflict between the provisions of this code and Title
24 California Code of Regulation, the provisions of Title 24 shall prevail. (Ord. 21-89 S
31.3)
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7.36.050 Exceptions.
The provisions of this code shall not apply to:
A. Work located in a public street;
B. Electrical installations within trailer coaches, campers, motor vehicles, railroad cars
and aircraft; however, if any of the foregoing are permanently placed on the ground or
have their wheels removed for other than temporary repairs, they shall comply with all
the provisions of the electrical code;
C. Electrical installations within houseboats or other watercrafts; however, if any of the
foregoing are stored out of the water and used for any purpose whatsoever, they shall
comply with all the provisions of the electrical code;
D. Electrical installations owned or operated by a public utility for the use of such
utility in the generation, transmission, distribution or metering of electrical energy;
E. Radio and television receiving equipment, amateur radio transmitting and receiving
equipment, and community antenna television systems. (Ord. 21-89 S 31.4)
7.36.060 Additions, alterations and repairs.
A. All work done in connection with an addition to an existing electrical installation
shall conform to the applicable provisions of this code. In addition, any portion of an
existing electrical installation which would become overloaded or have its capacity
exceeded as determined by the standards in this code for new installation as a result of the
addition shall be made to conform to the applicable provisions of this code.
B. Alterations, repairs to, or replacement of equipment in any existing electrical
installation shall conform to the applicable provisions of this code except that the
Building Official may allow deviations from the provisions of this code, provided the
deviations are necessary due to the circumstances of the existing conditions; the existing
condition was permitted by a previous Code; and such deviation does not create or
continue a hazard to life, health, and property. (Ord. 21-89 S 31.5)
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7.36.070 Fire alarms.
All fire alarms systems shall conform to the requirements of Title 24, California
Administrative Code, Article 3-760. (Ord. 21-89 S 33.0)
7.36.080 Section 210-53, Office receptacle outlets-Added.
Section 210-53 is added to read:
Section 210-53 Office Receptacle Outlets. In office buildings or offices
exceeding ten (10) percent of the floor area of the maior use receptacle outlets shall be
installed in all permanent walls or partitions so that no point along the floor line any wall
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space is more than six (6) feet (1.83m) measured horizontally, from an outlet in that
space including any wall space two (2) feet (610 mm) or more in width and the wall
space occupied by sliding panels in exterior walls.
As used in the section a "wall space" shall be considered a wall unbroken along
the floor line by doorways, fireplaces, and similar openings. Each wall space two (2) or
more feet (610 mm) wide shall be treated individually and separately from other wall
spaces within the room. A wall space shall be permitted to include two or more walls of a
room (around corners) where unbroken at the floor line.
Receptacle outlets shall, insofar as practicable be spaced equal distances apart.
Receptacle outlets in floors shall not be counted as part of the required number of
receptacle outlets unless located near the wall.
The receptacle outlets required by the section shall be in addition to any
receptacle that is part of any lighting fixture or appliance, located within cabinets or
cupboards, or located over five and one-half (5 ~) feet (1.68 m)above the floor.
(Ord. 21-89 S 33.1)
7.36.090 Article 336-4-Amended.
Article 336-4 is amended by replacing it with the following:
. (a) Type NM, ef NMC or NMS. Types NM, aM NMC and NMS cables shall
not be used (1) in any dwelling or structure exceeding three floors above grade; (2) as
service-entrance cable; (3) embedded in poured concrete; or (4) in any non-residential
occupancy, For the purpose of this article, the first floor of a building shall be that floor
that has 50 percent or more of the exterior wall surface area level with or above finished
grade. One additional level that is the first level and not designed for human habitation
and used only for vehicle parking, storage, or similar use shall be permitted.
(Ord. 12-95 S 45)
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Chapter 7.40
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UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE PROVISIONS WITH NEW 1997 LANGUAGE
INSERTED
Sections:
7.40.010 Title.
7.40.020 Purpose.
7.40.030 Adoption.
7.40.040 Scope.
7.40.050 Exceptions.
7.40.060 Additions, alterations and repairs.
7.40.07S SeetieR J11.9 , Cka}Jter J, Prekihiteo fittiRgB aRo fJraetiees i\ooeo.
7.40.@9 080 Sections ~ 701.1, Chapter 41, Materials f...ooeo Amended.
7.40.~ 090 Sections ~ 903.1, Chapter ~ 2, Materials ~AAooeo Amended.
7.40.100 Section 1101.3. Chapter 11. Materials -Amended.
7.40.~ 070 Section 609.3, Chapter 6, Water piping in slab floors-Amended.
7.~0.110 SeetieRs 710.1, Cka}Jter 7, Baekwater "alves ~A..meRoed.
7.40.11S SeetieR 719.7, Cka}Jter 7, CleaRellts i\ooeo.
7.40.120 SeetieRs S07.2, Cka}Jter S, CeRoeRsate DisfJesal i\meRoeo.
7.40.BO SeetieBs 'OS.S , Cka}Jter " ~'ater presslIre, fJresslIre reglllaters aRo
7.~0.1 ~O SeeBeR 7B.0, Cka}Jter 7, S~'er reqllireo fAmeRdeo.
7.40.1S0 SeetieR JOS.J. Ckapter J, LeeatieR ~\dded.
presslIre relief valves. ~\dded.
7.40.010 Title.
The Uniform Plumbing Code adopted by Section 7.40.030 and the provisions of this chapter is
the city plumbing code and may be cited as such and will be referred to in the Uniform Plumbing
code and in this chapter as" this code". (Ord. 21-89 S 41.0)
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7.40.020 Purpose
A. The promotion and preservation of the pubic health, safety, and general welfare of the
people of the city and the property situated therein have made necessary the adoption of the
Uniform Plumbing Code referred to in Section 7.40.030 in order to adequately safeguard life,
health, property and general welfare.
B. The purpose of this code is not to create or otherwise establish or designate any particular
class or groups of persons who will or should be especially protected or benefited by the terms of
this code. (Ord. 21-89 S 41.1)
7.40.030 Adoption.
The "Uniform Plumbing Code," +994 1997 Edition, published by the International Association
of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, including Appendix Chapters A, B, D, E, H, ae4 I, and K
aU instaJ.lati0R stafldards, a copy of which is filed in the office of the city Clerk is adopted by
reference as the plumbing code for the city pursuant to the provision of Section 50022.1 es seq.
of the Government Code of the state of California except as hereinafter modified in Sections
7.40.075 tmough 7AO.150 7.40.060 through 7.40.160 of this chapter. (Ord. 12-95 S 46: Ord. 12-
92 S 30: Ord. 21.89 S 41.2) .
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7.40.040 Scope.
A. The provisions of this code shall apply to the installation, erection, construction,
enlargement, addition to, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion, use, and
maintenance of any plumbing installation, gas or drainage piping installation or any fixture or
water heating or treating equipment in any building, structure, or premises within the city.
B. The permissive provisions 90fthis code shall not be presumed to waive any limitations
imposed by any other law, ordinance, rule or regulation. If two (2) or more pertinent limitations
shall prevail which provide greater safety to life, health, property or public welfare.
C. Plumbing fixtures and equipment shall be made accessible to the physically handicapped.
Whenever there is a conflict between the provisions of Title 24, California Code of Regulations,
and this code, the provision to Title 24 shall prevail. (Ord. 12-92 S 31: Ord, 21-89 S 41.3)
7.40.050 Exceptions.
The provisions of the plumbing code shall not apply to:
A. Work located in a public street:
B. Plumbing systems within trailer coaches, campers, motor vehicles, railroad cars and aircraft:
however, if any of the foregoing are permanently placed on the ground or have their wheels
removed for other than temporary repairs, they shall comply with all the provisions of the
plumbing code:
C. Plumbing systems within houseboats or other watercraft; however, if any of the forgoing are
stored out of water and used for any purpose whatsoever, they shall comply with all the
provisions of the plumbing code:
D. Building sewers as defined in Chapter -I:- 2 of the Uniform Plumbing Code located within the
boundaries of a sanitary district and such district has regulations for building sewers and such
regulations are in force;
E. Sewage treatment and collection facilities of a sanitary district;
F. Water treatment, storage, transmission and distribution facilities of a water district or water
company regulated by the Public Utilities Commission:
G. Gas storage, transmission and distribution facilities owned by a public utility:
H. Wells and water supply systems for irrigation and watering livestock provided such water is
not used for human consumption. (Ord. 12-92 S 32: Ord. 21-89 S 41.4)
7.40.060 Additions, alterations and repairs.
A. All work done in connection with an addition to an existing plumbing installation shall
conform to the applicable provisions of this code. In additions, any portion of an existing
plumbing installation which would become overloaded or have its capacity exceeded as
determined by the standards in this code for new installation as a result of the addition shall be
made to conform to the applicable provision of this code.
B. Alterations, repairs to, or replacement of equipment in any existing plumbing installation
shall conform to the applicable provisions of this code except that the Building Official may
allow deviations from the provisions of this code, provided the deviations are necessary due to
the circumstance of the permitted by a previous code; and such deviation does nor create or
continue a hazard to life, health, and property. (Ord. 21-89 S 41.5)
7.40.075
8eeti9B 311.9 , Chapter 3, Pr9hilJited. fittiBgs aRd. prsetiees ~\d.d.ed.
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Seotion 311.0 is ameflded by addiRg aRe'.'! subsectioR 311.9 to read:
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311.9 Plastic piping shaH Rot Be eKposed as a portion of tile interior room fiRisll in a building
or strnetl:lre if the piping has flame spreaa rating eJ~eeeding 75 when tested in aeeordanee '.vith
.'\STM E g1 77a Test for smface Burning Characteristies ofBlililding Materials.
(Ord. 12 95 ~ 17: Ord. 12 92 ~ 31)
7.40.@ij 080 Section ~701.1, Chapter 4-1, Materials- .\dded Amended.
Section 4Q..h.+ 701.1 is amended by adding a new replacing subsection ~ 701.1.2 to read:
101.3. Drainage piping sllall Be east iron, gal~:anized steel, galvanized '.wougllt iron, lead,
eopper, brass, Sehedule 10 :\BS nwv, Seheoole 40 PVC D';VV, eKtra streRgth ~litrified elay
pipe, er other approved materials llaviRg a smooth ana bl:fliferm Bere, eKoept tllat:
(1) No gah'El:Bized \VI'Olilg.Rt iron or galvanized steel pipe shall Be Msed ooder ground and shaH
Be kept as least six (a) iRelles (152.4FI1fll) al)()~:e gr0ood.
~ 701.1.2 ABS and PVC DWV piping installations shall be limited to residential
construction structm.'es not exceeding two (2) stories in height and to relocatable public school
buildings :ERfee flaars aba~le graae. For the purpose of this subsections, the first floor of a
building shall be that floor that has fifty (50) percent or more of the exterior wall surface area
level with or above finished grade. One additional level that is the first level and not designed for .
human habitation and used only for vehicle parking, storage, or similar use shall be permitted.
(2.1) :\BS and PVC iRstallatiofls are limited to residential eaRs:truetion not more tllen two (2)
staries in height and to relocatable plilBlie seheel Blilildi:ags
(3) :Na vitrified day pipe or fittiRgs shall Be Msed aBoye groood or '.vhen presslilrized BY a pump
er ejeetar. They shall be kE!pt at IE!ast t\vehe (12) iaeRes (304.gmm) Belew ground.
(Ord. 12-95 ~ 48: Ord. 12-92 ~ 36: Ord. 21-89 ~ 42.3)
7.40.~ 090 Section ~ 903.1, Chapter ~ 2, Materials .AAdded Amended.
Section ~ 903.1 is amended by adding a Rew replacing subsection ~ 903.1.2 to read:
501.1 Materials. Vent pipE! shall be cast iroa, galYaflized steel, galYaBized WI'olilght iroa, lead,
eopper, brass, Schedule 40 '^4BS DV/V, SehedalE! 40 P'lC D\l.'V, or other appreved materials
having a smooth and uniform Bore, excef't tllat:
(l) :Ne gal'.~ized 'liI'elilght irofl or gal'ranized steel pipe s1:laJl be lilsed l:1Ilder graood and shall
be keflt as least six (a) iRehes abe':e grmmd.
~ 903.1.2 ABS and PVC DWV piping installations shall be limited to residential construction
strnetl:lres not exceeding two (2) stories in height and to relocatable public school buildings :ERfee .
fleors above grade. For the purpose of this subsections, the first floor of a building shall be that
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floor that has fifty (50) percent or more of the exterior wall surface area level with or above
finished grade. One additional level that is the first level and not designed for human habitation
and used only for vehicle parking, storage, or similar use shall be permitted.
(2.1) :\.B~ a:Fld PVC installations are limited to residential eOFistructioR not more tl:1en nvo (2)
stories in height.
(b) Vent fittings shall be east iron, galYa:Flized malleable iron or galvanized steel, lead, eopper,
brass, "\B~, PVC, or other approved materials, eKeept that ao galvanized malleable iron or
galvanized steel fitting shall be l:lse 1:lfldergroood a:Fld shall be kept at least six (6) inches
(152.4mn:l.) above grOlillG.
Changes in directioR of veRt pipiRg shall be made by the apJlropriate llse of approved fittings
aBd RO suoh pipe shall be straiRed or beRt. Bl:1:ITed eRds shall be reamed to tl:1e full bore of the
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(Ord. 12-95 S 49: Ord. 12-92 S 37: Ord. 21-89 S 42.4)
7.40.100 Section 1101.3. Chapter 11. Materials -Amended.
Section 1101.3 is amended by replacing subsection 1101.3 to read:
1101.3.1 Material Uses. Rainwater piping placed within the interior of a building or run within
a vent or shaft shall be of cast iron. galvanized steel. wrought iron. brass. copper. lead. Schedule
40 ABS DWV. Schedule 40 PVC DWV. or other approved materials. change in direction shall
conform to the requirements of Section 706.0. ABS and PVC DWV piping installations shall be
limited to residential construction not exceeding two (2) stories in height and to relocatable
public school buildings. For the purpose of this subsection. the first floor of a building shall be
that floor that has fifty (50) percent or more of the exterior wall surface area level with or above
finished grade. One additional level that is the first level and not designed for human habitation
and used only for vehicle parking. storage. or similar use shall be permitted.
7.40.~ 070 Section 609.3, Chapter 6, Water piping in slab floors-Amended.
Section 609.3, first paragraph, is amended by replacing it to read:
Section 609 .3 Water piping shall not be installed in or under a concrete floor slab within a
building without prior approval of the Building Official When approved; such piping shall be
installed in accordance with the following requirements:
(Ord. 12-95 S 50)
7.~0.110
Seeti8B 710.1, Chapter 7, Baekwater Valves }AlIleBded.
~eetioR 710.1 is ameadeG to read:
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Seetien 710.1 Drainage piping serving fixtures whieh niH'e flood level rims less than 1\'/e1'/e
(12) inohes (304 .8mm). abo'/e the el€l','ation of the next upstream. maBl:1ele andfor flblSrn.ng inlet
eover at the p1:1blie or pri','ate sewer system serving s1:leh ckainage piping shaH be protected from
baekflow of se',vage by installing an approved type back';vat€lr valve. FiK1:bH.'es above sueh
ele','ation shall not disehai'ge tM01:lgh the baclcvlater 'lalve, l:l:flJess first appro'led by the Building
Official.
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(Ord. 12 95 ~ 51)
7.40.113 SeetieB 719.7, Chapter 7, CleaReuts }...d.ded.
Seetion 719.0 is am.ended by adding sooseetion 719.7 to read:
Section 719.7 Cleanouts shall be installed at the property line where the pri'late sewer system
connects 0 the p1:1bliely maintained sanitary sewer lateral. fJl Sl:leh line cleaflo1:lts saall be
emtended to grade v.4th materials and aeeoniing to specifieations appro','ed by tae Building
Offieial and terminate vliwn a eoncrete box.
(Ord. 12 95 ~ 52)
7.40.120 SeetieB 807.2, Chapter 8, CeRdeRsate Dispesal .\meBded.
Section g07.2 is ainendea by replaeing it to reaa:
Seetion &07.2 Condensate from air eoeliag eoils ami eomfort eooling equipm€lnt net intenc:1ed to
be used ror the storage er helding of roed or drinks shall be celleetec:1 anc:1 disehargea to a sterm .
sev.rer or ether approve a poiBts of aisposal aeeeptable te tae Builaing Offieial.
Termination of saeh ckains shall be maae by afl air break. COBc:1ensate drain lines in sizes 1 ~4
and larger shall be assemBled using approved drainage pipe afla fFttings. Conaensate 'l,'aste'.vater
shall not ckain o','er er apen a Pliblie ':laY, sidev/alk, pedestrian ramp or th:e like. CORaensate
draiBS ':,i.trn.n tae interior Elf a b1:1ilaing shall net be eeooeetea to the bailding roof ckain or
overflow piping systems. The v:aste pipe sl:1aJl have a slope of not less than 1/8 inch per foet afld
shall be ef appreved eorrosion resistant material not smaller tllaR the oatlet size as reqaired
belo'.\' for air eooling eoils or eOBdensiRg fuel bbll'Iling ap]3lianees, respeetfully.
Cendensate ':;astes pipes from air eoeliag eoils sooll be sized iF!. aeeordance ':.i.th eqai]3ment
capaeity as follov/s:
EEluipmeRt Capaeity
MiRimum
C9RdeRsate
Pipe Diameter
lJ.fJ ta 2Q taRS af refrigeratioR
21 to qQ teRs afrefrigemtiaR
q 1 to 9Q teRs ef refrigemtieR
91 to 125 taRS ElfrefrigeratiElR
125 to 250 tORS efrefrigeratiElR
% inoR
1 inoR
1 ~<. inoR
1 ~~ mOR
2 moll.
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Th. ,izo of Cond b:3 qf I '} ..J
fee ensate mast: .
ommended b ' +1.. n er pIpeS ma 'a ~
.l.~ .... 1 ~o maoo[llStl j ... .or .n. Hni. .
., .. "" the ~i~. """"ng tJx ".f. Thc oap..;Oj' of Wil!lle .r. oo..a_ti.n of UBil' 0
.. q"....ro full I"p.' "'UlRe. e 1'8 . ' r as
CORd....atc dfains . . . ' lIlek ~er feol
Offieial. slzmg for other slone
1:' s or othef e ..1"
onultlOFJ.S shall b '
(Ord. 12 95 I 53) 1 appf&v.d by IR. Buil<liHg
7.40.120
r Seeti9B '08 '+
re lef valYes Add d ., Chapter' W t
S.eIiOR OQ8 :' e. · · eF pre.."re p
. .0 IS am.Rded by Rdd' · Fe""Fe Fe!;llm.o.s aDd p
lag . _., I> Fe"DFe
008.7 B..k ri.er er b .. ,......eIiOR a98.7 '" FORd:
eold m t: raneh saan a
"a er systems t . e prcwiaed .. . h
b. ~r8'lidod at .""k : p.fftllt ,0r\'ioiRg .r rapl"'H an ...o,,,bl. s.olim.ar .
"""e. "".BlOa! of piping. . Izreg v"lyo iR kElt and
f r .ljlHPBl. · S
Ord. 12 95 I 54' 0 d .. n. I.~ \'elves .koIl
. r. 12 92 ~ 4Q
: Ord. 21 89 S 12.7)
7.40.140 S'
. Seetion 713 0 seetl9B 713.0, Chapter 7 S
. ewer Reqaired. ' ewer required A
~ ~BleBded.
E"ef;' a '1..1'
. : 1111tilFlg in '.\1'hieh' .
plpl~g t-herecm shall ha" phunbll~g fixtl:H:'es are ins
pHloll<sewef" ';J,' .. . .o"""eao. .0 . taRod and .vo' .
wiliek 1 ... 1m 209 foot (09 8 · p""". g.wor B l'j ""'""'SOS Raying Eir .
, a.1 all""" and no" . ..). """"""9 I . *.ept;bat where l:l1 . -.
!!!'t, Eirainag. i;" .. OR IRo .ize sf l:l1. r "sRg BlRlero, alloy., or . ero w n. availobl.
,ewag. diSflO:l, ,; li:o..1IRj' baillliag er .!.:rerty " Ill.""..' .f 40 O~I. .gkl of way "tl.R
lke Hoakk OfIi ~ ..... f.JI """" s.wag. ~: ,g IR8j' b. ..M.oted I ' sq"""e foat (3710, 12
.or s rogal.ti..... ISI'..a1 sy.le"'" skaIIb >. an ep~rov.d pri\'.le
N . e ~oslgR8d ..
. ._slaruli tl< . ' BSlrueted wiIR
Q a' :eg ~e PW"iS'
r manee, wHeBe"er . .laBs af SeetioFJ. 320
",OBliG.s ka>iR a' .' """h. .ower c,<loRd 101.4.1.3 and Soea.R
alland...d ."00 ~eP:v.", s.'mlgO lIiSflosal s"'! so as Ie bC.OBlO wil:l1iB i~r}~ 1.28.129 ohllis
lHIEhRg ..wer!lkall b. )steIB, grod privOOl ...... . oat (aO.8Bl) .f lBlj'
No permit sl:1a" L . .......1 Ie IRo pHloli. s;.::ge're dISpOSal system shall be
.. ..0 IOGaed ~ .. .
system or part thereef my p;; ~e installation, alteratiaFJ. .
ID15eS for 'NHiel:1 . or repair af afl. ' . "
OR O\'ef)' lot .r pre . a pHloll. sower is wil:l1iB ~::~' ale s.wage lIiSflosal
systems or ....ars +1.. mlses Hereafter eOIl"'e'" > .col (aO,8Bl).
1:' n: tttereof .oX. .,,,ett to a al'
on suehlat or premises B: ~~ 10 se'Her, all pl1:URb"
(Ord. 12 95 155: 0 > ? ... ...n-- .o_oelod I. SNek .~g and drnH1ag.
,~. .1 891 42.8) p....,.. sewer.
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7.40.130 8eeti9B 308.3. Chapter 3, Lgeati9B Ad.ded..
Seetiens 30g.0 is ameFldea by adding a new sooseeticm 30g.3 to read:
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30g.3 It shall be unlawful to sell, transfer, di'/ide, or set off any portion of any lot whick ifl any
'Nay reaaee the miRimum. areas set fortk in Seetion 713.0 Elr real:lee the mimmwn distanees set
forth iR Table 7 7.
(Ord. 12 95 ~ 56: Ord. 21 89 ~ 12.9)
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Chapter 7.44
UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE 1994 PROVISIONS WITH NEW 1997
LANGUAGE INSERTED
Sections:
7.44.010
7.44.020
7.44.030
7.44.040
7.44.050
7.44.060
7.44.070
7.44.080
Title.
Purpose.
Adoption.
Scope.
Exceptions.
Additions, alterations and repairs.
Chapter 1, Administration-Deleted.
Seeti9B 301.1, Chapter 3, C9BdeBsate disp9sal :'alBeBded.
7.44.010 Title
Uniform Mechanical Code adopted by Section 7.44.030 and the provisions of this
chapter is the city mechanical code and may be cited as such and will be referred to in the
Uniform Mechanical Code and in this chapter as "this code." (Ord. 21-89 S 51.0)
7.48.020 Purpose.
A. The promotion and preservation of the public health, safety, and general welfare of
the people of the city and the property situated therein have made necessary the adoption
of the Uniform Mechanical Code referred to in Section 7.44.030 in order to adequately
safeguard life, health, property and general welfare.
B. The purpose of this code is not to create or otherwise establish or designate any
particular class or group of persons who will or should be especially protected or
benefited by the terms of this code. (Ord. 21-89 S 51.1)
7.48.030 Adoption.
The "Uniform Mechanical Code," +994 1997 Edition, published by the International
Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials and the International Conference of
Building Officials, including Appendix chapters A, B, C and D, a copy of which is filed
in the office of the City Clerk, is adopter by reference as the mechanical code for the city
pursuant to the provisions of Section 50022.1 et seq. of the Government Code ofthe State
of California except as hereinafter modified in Sections 7.44.070 through 7.44.80 of this
chapter.. (Ord. 12-95 S 57:0rd. 12-92 S 51: Ord. 12-89 S 51.2)
7.48.040 Scope.
A The Provisions of this code shall apply to the installation, erection, construction,
enlargement, addition to, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, replacement,
conversion, use and maintenance of any heating, ventilating, comfort cooling,
refrigeration systems, incinerators or other heat producing appliances, in any building,
structure, or premises within the city.
B. The permissive provisions of this code shall not be presumed to waive any
limitations imposed by any other law, ordinance, rule or regulation. If two (2) or more
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pertinent limitations shall prevail which provide greater safety to life, health, property or
public welfare.
C. Mechanical appliances and equipment shall be made accessible to the physically
handicapped as required by Title 24 California Code of Regulations. Whenever there is a
conflict in the provisions of Title 24 shall prevail. (Ord. 21-89 ~ 51.3)
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7.44.050 Exceptions
The provisions of the mechanical code shall not apply to:
A. Work located in a public street;
B. Heating, ventilation, comfort cooling, refrigeration systems, incinerators or other
heating or cooling appliances within trailer coaches, campers, mobile homes, motor
vehicles and airplanes: however, if any of the foregoing are permanently placed on the
ground or have their wheels removed for other than temporary repairs, they shall comply
with all the provisions of this code;
C. Heating, ventilating, comport cooling, refrigeration systems, incinerators or other
heating or cooling appliances within houseboats or other watercraft: however, if any of
the foregoing are stored out of water and used for any purpose whatsoever, they shall
comply with all the provisions of this code. (Or, 21-89 ~ 51.4)
7.44.060 Additions, alterations and repairs.
A. All work done in connection with an addition to an existing mechanical installation
shall conform to the applicable provisions of this code. In addition, any portion of an
existing mechanical installation which would become overloaded or have its capacity
exceeded as determined by the standards in this code for new installations as a result of
the addition shall be made to conform to the applicable provisions of this code.
B. Alterations, repairs to, or replacement of equipment in any existing mechanical
installation shall conform to the applicable provisions of this code except that the
Building Official may allow deviations from the provisions of this code, provided the
deviations are necessary due to the circumstance of the existing condition; the existing
condition was permitted by a previous code; and such deviation does not create or
continue a hazard to life, health, and property. (Ord. 21-89 ~ 51.5)
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7.44.070 Chapter 1 Administration-Deleted.
Chapter 1. including Parts 1,2 and 3 is deleted. (Ord. 12-95 S 58: Ord. 12-92 S 52: Ord.
21-89 S 52.0)
7.H.OSO SeetieB ~O1.1 , Chapter~, CeBdeBsate dispesal ~AA.lBeBded.
Seetion 301.1 is ameaeea by replaeiag it tEl read:
310.1 . CoadeE.sate fram air eealiftg coils and comfort coaling equipmeFH: not inteaded
to be ased far the storage or aoldiag of :Foed or drimcs sllall be eolleeted and diseaarged to
a storm sevier or other approved poiats of disposal ael:)eptable to tae Baildiag OffieiaL
Termi:aation of sal:)1:1. <kaias shall be made by an air break. Coadensate <kaiE. liBes in
sizesl ~<." and larger shall be assembled asing approved drainage pipe and fittings.
Condensate waste '.vater shall Rot er-ala oyer or apoa a pblblic way, side'.'?alk, pedestrian
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ramp or the like C
shall Rot be eon' ondeRsate drains ',"lith .,
(Ora 12 95 ~ 5~octoa 10 tlle l..,ilding r.o~~tlOB" withiR the i!lte .
ram or overfl m .. nor of a build.'
0.. pipmg systems. mg
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UNIFORM HOUSING CODE 1994 PROVISIONS WITH NEW 1997
LANGUAGE INSERTED
Sections:
7.48.010
7.48.020
7.48.030
7.48.040
7.48.050
7.48.060
7.48.070
7.48.080
7.48.090
7.48.100
7.48.110
7.48.120
7.48.130
7.48.140
Title.
Purpose.
Adoption.
Scope.
Chapter 1, Title and Scope -Deleted.
Chapter 2, Enforcement-Deleted.
Chapter 3, Permits and inspections-Deleted.
Sections 505.8, 505.9, 505.10, Chapter 5, Sanitation-Added.
Chapter 11, Notices and orders of Building Official-Deleted.
Chapter 12, Appeal-Deleted.
Chapter 13, Procedures for conduct of hearing appeals-Deleted.
Chapter 14, Enforcement of order of Building Official or the Board of
Appeals-Deleted.
Chapter 15, Performance of work of repair or demolition-Deleted
Chapter 16, Recovery of cost of repair of demolition-Deleted.
7.48.010 Title
The Uniform Housing Code adopted by Section 7.48.030 and the provisions of this chapter is the
city housing code and may be cited as such and will be referred to in the Uniform Housing Code
and in this chapter as "this code." (Ord. 21-89 S 61.0)
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7.48.020 Purpose.
A. The promotion and preservation of the public health, safety, and general welfare of the
people of the city and the property situated therein have made necessary the adoption of the
Uniform Housing Code referred to in Section 7.48.030 in order to adequately safeguard life,
health, property and general welfare.
B. The purpose of this code is not to create or otherwise establish or designate any particular
class or group of persons who will or should be especially protected or benefited by the terms of
this code. (Ord. 21-89 S 61.1)
7.48.030 Adoption.
The "Uniform Housing Code," +994 1997 Edition, Published by the International Conference of
Building Officials, a copy of which is filed in the office of the City Clerk is adopter by reference
as the housing code for the city pursuant to the provisions of Section 50022.1 et seq. of the
Government Code of the State of California except as hereinafter modified in Sections 7.48.050
through 7.48.140. (Ord. 12-95 S 60: Ord. 12-89 S 61.2)
7.48.040 Scope
A. The provisions of this code shall apply to all buildings or portions thereof used, or designed
or intended to be used, for human habitation. Such occupancies in existing buildings may be
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continued as provided in Section 7.28.120, except such as are found to be substandard as defined
in this code.
B. Where any building or portion thereof is used or intended to be used as a combination
apartment house-hotel, the provisions of this code shall apply to the separate portions as if they
were separate buildings. Every rooming house or lodging house shall comply with all the
requirements of this code for dwellings. (Ord. 21-89 S 61.3)
7.48.050 Chapter 1, Title and scope-Deleted.
Chapter 1 on page 1 is deleted. (Ord. 12-95 S 61: Ord.21-89 S 62.0)
7.48.060 Chapter 2, Enforcement-Deleted.
Chapter 2 on pages 2 and 3 is deleted. (Ord. 12-95 S 62: Ord. 21-89 S 62.1)
7.48.070 Chapter 3, Permits and inspections- Deleted.
Chapter 3 on page 4 is deleted. (Ord. 12-95 S 63: Ord. 21-89 S 62.2)
7.48.080 Sections 505.8, 505.9, 505.10, Chapter5, Sanitation-Added.
Section 505 OR Page & is amended by adding new subsections 505.8, 505.9, and 505.10 to read:
505.8 Garbage Receptacles. An adequate number of appropriate receptacles with close
fitting covers for garbage and rubbish as may be considered necessary by the enforcing agency
shall be provided for the occupant of every dwelling unit by the owner or operator of every
apartment house, hotel, or combination thereof. Each receptacle shall be kept in a clean condition
and good repair.
505.9 Bedding. In every apartment house or hotel every part of every bed, including the
mattress, sheets, blankets, and bedding shall be kept in a clean, dry and sanitary condition, free
from filth, urine, or other foul matter; and from infection of lice, bed-bugs, or other insects. The
bed linen shall be changed before a new guest occupies the dwelling unit.
505.10 Caretaker. A manager, janitor, housekeeper, or other responsible person shall
reside upon the premises and shall have charge of every apartment house in which there are
sixteen (16) or more apartments and of every hotel in which there are twelve (12) or more guest
rooms, in the event that the owner of any such apartment house or hotel does not reside upon
said premises. If the owner does not reside upon the premised of and apartment house in which
there are more than four (4) but less than sixteen (16) apartments, a notice stating his name and
address, or name and address of his agent shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the premises.
(Ord. 12-95 S 64: Ord. 21-89 S 62.3)
7.48.060 Chapter 11, Notices and orders of Building Official-Deleted.
Chapter 11 on pages 16, 17 and 1& is deleted. (Ord. 12-95 S 65: Ord. 21-89 S 62.4)
7.28.100 Chapter 12, Appeal- Deleted.
Chapter 12 OR page +9- is deleted. (Ord. 12-95 S 66: Ord. 21-89 S 62.5)
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7.48.110 Chapter 13, Procedures for conduct of hearing appeals-Deleted.
Chapter 13 OF! pages 20, 21 and 22 is deleted. (Ord. 12-95 S 67: Ord. 21-89 S 62.6)
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7.48.120 Chapter 14, Enforcement of order of Building Official or the Board of
Appeals-Deleted.
Chapter 14 on pages 23 and 23 is deleted. (Ord. 12-95 S 69: Ord. 21-89 S 62.8)
7.48.130 Chapter 15, Performance of work of repair or demolition-Deleted
Chapter 15 all page 25 is deleted. (Ord. 12-95 S 69: Ord. 21-89 S 62.8)
7.48.140 Chapter 16, Recovery of cost of repair of demolition-Deleted.
Chapter 16 on pages 26, 27 and 28 is deleted. (Ord. 12-95 S 70: Ord. 21-89 S 62.9)
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~IFORM FIRE CODE 1994 PROVISIONS WITH NEW 1997 LANGUAGE
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Sections:
5.08.01 0
5.08.020
5.08.030
5.08.040
5.08.050
Adoption of the Uniform Fire Code
Authority
Clarifications and Amendments made to the Uniform Fire Code
New Materials, Processes, or Occupancies which may require Permits
Violations - Penalties
5.08.01 0
Adoption of the Uniform Fire Code.
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For the purpose of prescribing regulations governing conditions hazardous to life and property
from fire, hazardous materials or explosion, the City of Dublin hereby adopts that certain Code
and Standards knov./n as the Uniform Fire Code and Uniform Fire Code Standards recommended
by the International Fire Code Institute as amended by the State of California being particularly
the +994-1997 edition and 1998 edition of the California Fire Code thereof and whole thereof
(including appendices IA, IB, IC, lIA, lIB, HC, lID, lIE, lIF, IIG, lIB, III, IIIAA, IIIBB, lIIe,
HID, IV A, IVB, V A, VIA, VIB, VIC, VID, VIE, VIF, VIG), save and except such portions as
are hereunder clarified, deleted, modified, or amended by this Ordinance, of which copies of the
Uniform Fire Code and Uniform Fire Code Standards, have been and are now filed in the Office
of the City Clerk, 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin, California, for use and examination by the public.
Said Code is adopted by reference pursuant to Section 50022.4, et seq., of the Government Code
of the State of California, and the Uniform Fire Code, +994 1997 edition and the Uniform Fire
Code Standards, +994 1997 edition are hereby adopted and incorporated as fully as if set out at
length herein, and from the date on which this Ordinance shall take effect, the provisions thereof
shall be controlling within the limits of the City of Dublin. (Ord 12-97 ~ 1 )
5.08.020
Autbority
The fire department referred to herein and in the Uniform Fire Code and Uniform Fire Code
Standards shall be the entity which provides fire suppression and prevention services to the City
by contract, and the Fire Chief referred to herein shall be the fire chief of the Fire Department
acting under the direction of the City Manager. (Ord. 12-97 S2)
5.08.030
Clarifications and Amendments made to tbe Uniform Fire Code.
This Section includes the clarifications, deletions, modifications, amendments and additions to
the Uniform Fire Code and Uniform Fire Code Standards adopted by reference in Section 1.
.Article, Section, Division and Appendix numbers used are those of the Uniform Fire Code.
. Section 101. General. Section 101 is amended by adding Section 101.10 as follows:
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Section 101.10. Applicability. Where not otherwise limited by law, the provisions of this Code .
shall apply to vehicles, cargo containers, ships, boats, and mobile vehicles when fixed in a
specific location within the boundaries of this jurisdiction.
Section 103.1.2.; 1 Requests for Alternative Means of Protection. Section 103.1.2.2- 1 is
amended to read as follows:
Section 103.1.2.;.1 Requests for Alternative Means of Protection. Requests for approval to
use an alternative material, assembly or materials, equipment, method of construction, method of
installation of equipment, or means of protection shall be made in 'writing to the Fire Marshal by
the owner or owner's authorized representative and shall be accompanied by a full statement of
the conditions. Sufficient evidence of proof shall be submitted to substantiate any claim that
may be made regarding its conformance. The Fire Marshal may restrict require tests and the
submission of a test report from an approved testing organization to substantiate the equivalency
of the proposed alternative means of protection.
Approval of a request for the use an alternative material, assembly or materials, equipment,
method of construction, method of installation of equipment, or means of protection shall be
limited to the particular case covered by the request and shall not be construed as establishing
any precedent for any future request.
Section 103.1.4. Appeals. Section 103.1.4.1 is amended to read as follows:
Section 103.1.4.1 Board of Appeals.
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A. Any person aggrieved with the decision of the Fire Chief in connection \vith the application
or interpretation of this Code or an approval of alternative materials or methods of
construction may appeal to the City Council. Such appeal shall be in writing and filed with
the City Clerk within ten (10) days.
B. The City Council may, after hearing, interpret any provision of this Code.
C. The City Council may after hearing vary the application of this Code in any specific case
when, in its opinion, the enforcement thereof would be contrary to the spirit and purpose of
this Code or public interest. The City Council in granting a variance may impose
requirements or conditions to mitigate any adverse effects that may result from granting the
gnevance.
D. In making such interpretation or granting any variance, the City Council shall make the
following findings:
1. That the interpretation or variance is consistent with the purpose of this Code;
2. That the interpretation or variance will not lessen the protection to the people of the City
and the property situated therein.
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E. The City Council may approve alternate materials or methods of construction by overruling
the decisions of the Fire Chief In approval of any alternate materials or methods of
construction, the City Council shall make findings that the material, method or work
proposed is for the purpose intended, at least equivalent of that prescribed by this Code in
quality, strength effectiveness, fire resistance, durability, dimensional stability and safety.
F. The City Council may appoint a Board of Appeals to hear a specific appeaL The Board of
Appeals shall consist of five (5) members qualified by training and experience to pass on
matters pertaining to the subject matter of the appeal. The Board of Appeals shall have the
same authority and duties as the City Council in interpreting this Code, granting variances, or
approving alternate materials or methods of construction. The Fire Chief shall be an ex
officio member of the Board of Appeals and shall act as secretary to the Board. The Board
of Appeals shall adopt reasonable rules and regulations for conducting its hearings and
investigations.
G. The decision of the City Councilor Board of appeals shall be final.
Section 103.2.1.2. Fire Prevention Bureau Personnel and Police. Section 103.2.1.2 1S
amended to read as follows:
Section 103.2.1.2. Fire Prevention Bureau Personnel and Police.
a. The Fire Chief and designated representatives shall have the powers of peace officers while
engaged in the performance of their duties with respect to the prevention, investigation, and
suppression of fires and the protection and preservation of life and property against the
hazards of fire and conflagration.
b. The Fire Chief, or duly authorized agents, may issue citations for the violations of this
Ordinance in the same manner as a county or city is authorized to do so by Chapter 5C
(commencing with Section 853.5), Title 4, Part 2, of the Penal Code.
c. When requested to do so by the Fire Chief, the Chief of Police is authorized to assign such
available police officers as necessary to assist the Fire Department in enforcing the
provisions of this Code.
Section 103.3.2. New Construction and Alterations. Section 103.3.2 is amended to add
Section 103.3.2.4 and 103.3.2.5 as follows:
Section 103.3.2.4. Fee for Plan Review, Inspection and Permits. The City Council may, by
resolution, establish a schedule of nondiscriminatory fees to be charged and collected for plans
submitted under Section 103.3.2.3, solely to defray the City's reasonable costs for plan review of
fire protection equipment and systems, requested or required inspection services and issuance of
permits. Permits issued in accordance with Section 105.8 shall be valid for a period of one year.
Copies of the fee schedule shall be on file in the Office of the City Clerk for use and examination
by the public.
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Section 103.2.3.5. Authority to Require Exposure or Stop Work. Whenever any installation .
of fire protection devices covered by this Code is concealed without first having been inspected,
the Fire Chief may require, by written notice, that such work shall be exposed for inspection.
Whenever any construction or installation work being performed in violation of the plans and
specifications as approved. A written notice shall be issued to the responsible party to stop work
on that portion of the work which is in violation. The notice shall state the nature of the
violation, and no work shall be done on that portion of the project until the violation has been
corrected.
Section 105.8 Permit Required. Section 105.8 is amended by adding items c.lO. and 1.1.3 as
follows:
Item c.10. Christmas Tree Sales. To use property for the purpose of selling cut Christmas
trees. See applicable provisions of Article 25, Section 250 I, ami Article 11, Section 1103 for
combustible materials and Appendix IV-B.
Item 1.1. Liquefied Petroleum Gases.
3. To store, use or handle liquefied petroleum gases inside buildings.
Article 2. Definitions and Abbreviations. Article 2 is amended by adding the following
definitions to Sections 204 and 207:
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Section 204:
City Council shall mean the governing body of the City of Dublin.
City Manager shall mean the City Manager of the City of Dublin or designee.
Section 207:
Fire Trail means a graded firebreak of sufficient width, surface, and design to provide access for
personnel and equipment to suppress and to assist in preventing a surface extension of fires.
Fuel break means a wide strip or block of land on which the vegetation has been permanently
modified to a low volume fuel type so that fires burning into it can be more readily controlled.
Section 902.2.1. Required Access. Section 902.2.1 is amended by adding the following
language to the end of paragraph number two (2):
The minimum number of access roads serving residential development(s) shall be based upon the
number of dwelling units served and shall be as follows:
1-25 Units
One public or private access road
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26-74 Units One public or private access road and one emergency access road
75 + Units
A minimum of two public or private access roads
The maximum length of a single access road shall be no greater than 1,000 feet. The length may
be modified for special circumstances in accordance with Section 103.1.2.
Section 902.2.2. Specifications. Section 902.2.2 is amended by adding a sentence to 902.2.2.2
and subsection 902.2.2.7 to read as follows:
902.2.2.2. Fire and Emergency Access Roads approved for construction sites shall be desiQl1d to
meet the requirements of Section 902.2.2.2. The approved all weather surface shall be
considered as first lift of asphalt and the access shall be approved by the Department of Public
Works prior to commencement of combustible storage or any construction on the site.
Section 902.2.2.7. Gates and Barriers. When approved, gates and barriers may be installed
across or over fire department access ways. These installations shall meet Fire Department
standards and shall be approved prior to installation.
Section 902.4. Key Boxes. Section 902.4 is amended by adding the following sentence to the
end of the paragraph:
If the keying system is changed or added to, the responsible party shall notify the Fire
Department and the keys located within the key box shall be updated.
Section 903.3. Type of Water Supply. Section 903.3 is amended to add the following preface
and subsections 903.3.1 and 903.3.1.1 as follows:
Preface Sentence: The type of water supply provided shall meet Fire Department standards.
Section 903.3.1. Suburban and Rural Water Supply. In areas where public or private fire
mains are not available for the provision of the required fire floW; the Fire Department may
develop a standard which requires a water supply for fire fighting be provided. In developing the
standard, the Chief may be guided by the most current edition of state or nationally recognized
standards promulgated by such entities as NFP A (National Fire Protection Association), lCBO
(International Conference of Building Officials), and IFCI (International Fire Chiefs Institute).
Section 903.3.1.1. Storage of Suburban and Rural Water Supplies. In calculating the water
supply available to meet the minimum fire flow required in Section 903.3.1 of this Code,
swimming pools, ponds, and underground cisterns which would require a drafting operation shall
not be considered as a primary water source.
Section 993.4.3. Protection, ~f8:rking 8:nd Obstruction of Hydrants. Section 903.4.3 IS
amendcd in its emircty to read as f{)Ilov:s:
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Section 903.1.3. Protection, Marking and Obstruction of Hydrants. fire hydrants subject to .
possible ','ehicular damage shall be adequately protected with guard posts in accordance with
Section 8001.9.3. For marking, see Section 901.1.3. For obstruction, see Section 1001. 7.
Section 1001.7.2. Clear Space Around Hydrants. Section 1001.7.2 is amended by adding the
following language:
When hydrants, department connections, or other fire protection control valves are located
behind curbs on property not governed by the Vehicle Code and/or related parking or vehicular
regulations of a local government entity, and the parking of motor vehicles is allowed the curb
shall be painted red for a dimension of 7.5 feet on each side of the hydrant~ and a sign posted in
accordance with Section 22500.1 of the Vehicle Code.
Section 1003.2 Required Installations. Sections 1003.2.1 and 1003.2.82. are amended and
Sections 1003.2.9 ll, 1003.2..w 12, 1003.2.++ 11, 1003.2.H ]4, 1003.2.H 15, 1003.2,i-4lQ,
1003.2..f.41Q.1 and 1003.2.# 16.2 are added to read as follows:
Section 1003.2.1. General. An automatic fire extinguishing system shall be installed in the
occupancies and locations set forth in Section 1003.2. In addition, an automatic fire
ex'tinguishing system shall be required in those occupancies in the type construction which
exceed the square footage listed in Table I003A of this Ordinance.
Section 1003.2.82. Group R Division 1 Occupancies. Section 1003,2,8 is amended by adding .
the following language to the last paragraph:
Those systems installed in R-l Occupancies shall us residential or quick response heads in the
dwelling unit and guest room portions of the buildings and installations may be in accordance
with NFP A 13 or 13R where applicable.
1003.2.9 11. Mitigation. In one or two family dwellings, to mitigate problems with access or
water supply, the installation of a sprinkler system as mitigation shall be at the discretion of the
Fire Department.
1003.2.W 12. R-3 Occupancies. Those systems installed in R-3 Occupancies shall be in
accordance with NFPA 13 or 13D, and may use any materials approved for use in such systems
in accordance with their listings.
EXCEPTION: Systems which are required to mitigate other deficiencies shall be installed in
accordance with such additional fire protection requirements as may be deemed necessary by the
Chief or his or her designee.
Section 1003.2.H 13. Separation Walls. The floor area set forth in Table 1003A shall be the
total floor area of the building irrespective of area separation walls.
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EXCEPTION: In group R-3 Occupancies, the floor area of attached garages which are separated
from the dwelling area in accordance with Section 202.4, Exception 3 of the Unifonn Building
Code, may be excluded form the total floor area of the building.
Section 1003.2.H- 14. Buildings Three Stories in Height. An automatic sprinkler system shall
be installed in all occupancies, regardless of type of construction, if the building is three or more
stories or more than 35 feet in height measured from the pad grade level to the highest point of
the building.
EXCEPTION: R-3 occupancies (one and two family dwellings and some townhouses) need not
comply with section 1003.2.12 above provided they do not exceed the square footage set forth in
Table 1003A.
Section 1003.2.!J. 15. Other Codes. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in all
other occupancies as may be required by the Uniform Building Code or the California Building
Code.
Section 1003.2A4 16. Existing Buildings. All changes of occupancy classification in existing
buildings shall comply with the requirements contained in Section 1003.2 and Table IOG3A.
Section 1003.2.-14 16.1. When an addition to an existing building causes the total square footage
of the building to exceed the maximum floor area specified in Table 1003A of this Ordinance,
the entire building shall be sprinkled.
EXCEPTION 1: Should the total square footage exceed those specified in Table 1003A by 10%
or less, the building need not be sprinkled.
EXCEPTION 2: Unless already provided with an automatic fire eALinguishing system, single
family dwellings need not comply with Section 1003.2.44 lQ. 1 above.
Section 1003.2.-14 16.2 Existing buildings which do not conform to Current Building Code or
Fire Code requirements may be required to install an automatic fire extinguishing system when
the interior alterations or remodeling occurs, regardless of whether the floor area is increased or
use changed. It shall be the responsibility of the Fire Marshal and the Building Official to
evaluate the work being performed, non-complying features, and detennine if an automatic fire
extinguishing system will be required.
EXCEPTION: Unless already provided with an automatic fire extinguishing system, single
family dwellings need not comply with Section 1003.2.44lQ.2 above.
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TABLE 1003A Summary of Requirements is added in its entirety as shown below:
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OCCUPANCY I I II III IV V
GROUP i
A Div 1 I 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 N/A
A Div 2 ** I 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000
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A Div 2.1 ** I 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000
I A Div 3 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000
A Div 4 5,000 I 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000
BDiv 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000
I E Div 1 As required By California Building Code
E Div 2 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000 3,000
E Div 3 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000
I F Div 1 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000
I F Div 2 I 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000
I H Div 1 I All
I H Div 2 All
I H Div 3 All
H Div 4 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000
H Div 5 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000
H Div 6 All
H Div 7 All
I Div 1 ** All
I Div 2 ** All
I Div 3 All
MDiv 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000
R Div 1 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000
R Div 3 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000
S Div 1 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000
S Div 2 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000
S Div 3 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000
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Table 1003A
Summary of Requirements
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Section 1006.2.4.1 Ceneral. Section 1006.2.1.1 is amended to read as follO\vs.
Section 1006.2.4.1 Ceneral. .^.utomatic fire ehiinguishing systems shall be
interconnected to the fuel or current supply for cooking equipment. The interconnection
shall be arranged to automatically shut off all cooking equipment and electrical
receptacles which arc locatcd ooder the hood when the system is acti';ated.
Shutoffyalves or switches shall be ofa type that requires manual operation to reset.
Section 1007.3.3.6.1. General. Section 1007.3.3.6.1 is amended in its entirety to read as
follows:
Section 1007.3.3.6.1. General. All fire alarm systems shall be D.L. listed Central
Station Service systems as defined by the 1993 National Fire Alarm Code. When
approved by the Fire Department, local alarms are permitted in:
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Day Care Facilities
Single Family Dwellings
Residential Care Facilities Licensed with an Occupant Load of 6 or less
Occupancies with a local fire alarm which will give an audible and visible signal at a
constantly attended location. A constantly attended location shall mean a location on
site which is manned 24 hours a day by at least one adult who remains alert; does not
have conflicting duties which may delay detection and reporting of an alarm.
Other such occupancies for which the installation of a monitored system may be
impractical or inappropriate as defined by the Fire Chief
Section 1007.3.4.2. Certification. Section 1007.3.4.2~ is amended in its entirety to read
by adding the following paragraph as follows:
ScetioB 1007.3.4.2. CertificatioB. Fire alarm systems shall be D.L. Certificated and a
Certificate of Completion and other documentation listed in the most current edition of
NFP A 72 shall be provided for all new fire alarm installations.
Section 1109.7. Sparks from Chimneys. Section 1109.7 is amended by deleting the
Exception.
Section 5204.5.2. Maximum Capacity Within Established Limits. The limits referred
to in Section 5204.5.2 are the Uniform Fire Code in which storage of compressed natural
gas is prohibited, are hereby established as follows: Any area zoned for other than
commercial, industrial, or agricultural use.
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Section 7701.7.2. Limits Established by Law. The limits referred to in Section
7701.7.2 of the Uniform Fire Code, in which storage of explosives and blasting agents is
prohibited, are hereby established as follows: Any central business district area as
defmed by this Code and any area which is zoned for other that industrial or agricultural
use.
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Section 7802.1. General. Section 7802.1 is amended by adding a fourth exception as .
follows:
4. The sale, use and discharge of fireworks are allowed in accordance with Chapter
5.24 of the Dublin Municipal Code.
Section 7902.1.13.3. Tanks Above Grade. Section 7902.1.13.3 is amended by deleting
the second sentence.
Section 7902.2.2.2.1. Locations Where Above Ground Tanks are Prohibited. The
limits referred to in Section 7902.2.2 in which storage of flammable or combustible
liquids in outside above ground tanks is prohibited, are hereby established as follows:
Any area zoned for other than commercial, industrial, or agricultural use.
Section 7904.2.5.4.2. Locations Where Above Ground Tanks are Prohibited. The
limits referred to in Section 7904.2.5.4.2 in which storage of flammable or combustible
liquids in outside above ground tanks is prohibited, are hereby established as follows:
Any area zoned for other than commercial, industrial, or agricultural use.
Section 8204.2. Maximum Capacity Within Established Limits. The limits referred
to in Section 8204.2 are the Uniform Fire Code in which bulk storage of liquefied
petroleum gas is prohibited, are hereby established as follows: Any area zoned for other
than commercial, industrial, or agricultural use.
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Appendix II E. Hazardous Materials Management Plans and Hazardous Materials
Inventory Statements.
Section 1. SCOPE. Section 1 is amended by adding the following sentence:
Hazardous Material Management Plans and Inventory Statements as required by the
Alameda County Health Services Department is accepted in lieu of this Appendix.
(Ord. 12-97 S3)
5.08.040
New Materials, Processes or Occupancies which may Require
Permits.
The City Manager, the Fire Chief and the Fire Marshal shall act as a committee to
determine and specify, after giving affected persons an opportunity to be heard, any new
materials, processes or occupancies for which permits are required in addition to those
enumerated in the Uniform Fire Code. The Fire Marshal shall post such list in a
conspicuous place at the Dublin Civic Center and distribute copies thereof to interested
persons. (Ord. 12-97 S 4)
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5.08.050
Violations - Penalties
A. Any person who violates any provisions of the Uniform Fire Code as adopted and
amended herein or fails to comply therewith, or who violates or fails to comply with
any order made thereunder, or who builds in violation of any detailed statement of
specification or plans submitted and approved thereunder, or any certificate or permit
issued thereunder, and from which no appeal has been taken, or fails to comply with
such an order as affirmed or modified by the City Councilor by a court of competent
jurisdiction, within the required time, shall severally for each such violation and
noncompliance, respectively, be guilty of an infraction.
B. Any person convicted of an infraction under the provisions of this Ordinance shall be
punished upon a first conviction by a fine of not more than one hundred dollars
($100), and for a second conviction within a period of one (1) year by a fine of not
more than two hundred dollars ($200), and for a third or any subsequent conviction
within a one (1) year period by a fine of not more than five hundred dollars ($500).
Any violation beyond the third conviction within a one (1) year period may be
charged by the District Attorney as a misdemeanor and the penalty for conviction of
the same shall be a fine or imprisonment, or both, not to exceed the limits set forth in
the California Penal Code Section 19.
C. At the desecration of the City Manager, any such violation constituting an infraction
under this Ordinance may, instead, be charged and prosecuted as a misdemeanor,
punishable by a fine or imprisonment, or both, not to exceed the limits set forth in
California Penal Code Section 19.
D. In addition to the penalties provided in this section , any condition caused or
permitted to exist in violation of any of the provisions on this Ordinance shall be
deemed a public nuisance and may be summarily abated by the City as such.
E. Each person shall be guilty of a separate offense for each and every day during any
portion of which any violation of any provisions of this Ordinance is committed,
continued or permitted by such person and shall be punishable accordingly.
F. The Fire Chief shall have the power to designate by written order that particular
officers or employees shall be authorized to enforce particular provisions of this
Ordinance. Officers or employees so designated shall have the authority to cite or
arrest persons who violate any of said provisions. (Ord. 12-97 ~ 5)
Chapter 7.28
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PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BUILDING REGULATION ADMINISTRATION
Sections:
Article I
7.28.010
7.28.020
7.28.030
7.28.040
7.28.050
7.28.060
7.28.070
7.28.080
7.28.090
7.28.100
7.28.110
7.28.120
7.28.130
7.28.140
7.28.150
7.28.155
7.28.160
7.28.170
7.28.180
7.28.190
7.28.200
Article II
7.28.210
7.28.220
7.28.230
7.28.240
7.28.250
7.28.260
7.28.270
Article III
7.28.280
7.28.290
7.28.300
7.28.310
7.28.320
7.28.330
7.28.340
Enforcement
Enforcement officer designated.
Right of entry.
Stop Work orders.
Occupancy or use violations.
Dangerous buildings or structures.
Dangerous electrical, plumbing or mechanical installations.
Maintaining dangerous structures and/or installations prohibited.
Abatement.
Substandard buildings.
Illegal buildings, structures or installations.
Discontinuance of utilities-authority.
Existing buildings, structures or installations.
Maintenance requirements.
Alternate materials and methods of construction.
Modifications.
Code Conflicts-Added.
Compliance-Tests.
Appeals.
Revocation of modification of variance.
Liability.
Violation-Penalty.
Definitions
Generally.
Building Official.
Electrical installation.
Health Officer.
Mechanical installation.
Plumbing installation.
This chapter.
Permit Requirements
Permit-Required.
Exceptions.
Permit-Application.
Permit-Application-Plans and specifications.
Plans and specifications-Requirements.
Permit-Application-Plats required.
Permit-Issuance-Generally.
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7.28.350
7.28.360
7.28.370
7.28.380
7.28.390
7.28.400
7.28.410
7.28.420
7.28.430
7.28.440
7.28.450
7.28.460
7.28.470
7.28.480
7.28.490
7.28.500
7.28.510
7.28.520
7.28.530
Article IV
7.28.540
7.28.550
7.28.560
7.28.570
7.28.580
7.28.590
7.28.600
Article V
7.28.610
7.28.620
7.28.630
7.28.640
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Permit- Issuance-Restrictions.
Permittee responsibility.
Granting of permit not approval for violation.
Permit- Expiration- Exception.
Application expiration.
Permit- Extensions.
Building Official-Authority to deny permit.
Permit-Suspension or revocation.
Fees-Generally.
Permit processing fee.
Refunds.
Fees-Partially completed work.
Additional fees for changes.
Reinspections.
Code compliance survey.
Inspection fee-Moved building.
Plan and specification storage fee.
Fees for additional plan checking.
Fees-Other inspection services.
Inspections
Generally.
Approvals required.
. Inspection required before use commences.
Notification for inspections required.
Other inspections.
Special inspections.
Inspections-Moved buildings, structures or systems.
Occupancy
Generally.
Approval to connect utilities.
Temporary or partial occupancy.
Authority to withhold approval to occupancy.
Enforcement
7.28.010 Enforcement officer designated.
There is established in the city the office of the Building Official who is responsible for
enforcing and administering all of the provisions ofthis chapter, as hereinafter provided. The
enforcement of Chapter 7.52 shall be as designated in Section 7.52.030. The Alameda County
Health Officer shall enforce all ofthe provisions of this chapter pertaining to:
1. Private water supply;
2. Private sewage disposal systems;
3. Infestation of insects, vermin or rodents;
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4. Storage and removal of garbage; .
5. Sanitation of bedding.
B. For purpose of enforcement of the foregoing provisions of this chapter the Health Officer
shall have the same authority and duties that are assigned to the Building Official in this section
and in Sections 7.28.020,7.28.030,7.28.110,7.28.140,7.28.150, 7.28.160,7.28.170, and
7.28.180 of this article.
C. The Building Official and the Alameda County Health Officer shall have the power of a
peace officer. (Ord. 21-89 9 11.0)
7.28.020 Right of entry.
Whenever necessary to make an inspection to enforce any of the provisions of this chapter or
whenever the Building Official has reasonable cause to believe that a violation of this chapter
exists in any building or any premises, or there exists in any building or upon any premises any
condition which makes the building or premises dangerous, substandard, unsanitary, or a menace
to life, heath or property, the Building Official may enter such building or premises at all
reasonable times to inspect the same or to perform any duty imposed upon the Building Official
by this chapter or any other applicable law, ordinance, rule, or regulations provided that if such
building or premises be occupied, he shall first present credentials and demand entry. If such
entry is refused, the Building Official shall have recourse to every remedy provided by law to
secure entry. (Ord. 21-89911.1)
7.28.030 Stop work orders.
Whenever any work is being done contrary to the provisions of this chapter or any other .
applicable law, ordinance, rule~-ef regulation, or the approved plans, the Building Official may
order the work stopped by serving written notice on any persons engaged in, doing, or causing
such work to be done. Any such person shall forthwith stop such work until authorized by the
Building Official to proceed with the work. If there are no persons present on the premises the
notice may be posted in a conspicuous place. The notice shall state the nature of the violation.
Any person violating a stop work order shall be guilty ofa misdemeanor. (Ord. 21-89 9 11.2)
7.28.040 Occupancy or use violations.
A. Whenever any building or structure, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical installation, or
portion thereof, is being used contrary to the provisions of this chapter or any other applicable
law, ordinance, rule, or regulation, and whenever the occupancy of a building has been changed
without the approval of the Building Official, the Building Official may order such use
discontinued and, where deemed necessary for the safety of the occupants thereof, or the public,
may order the building or structure or portion thereof to be vacated by serving written notice to
any persons using or causing such use. If there are no persons present on the premises at the
time, the notice may be posted in a.conspicuous place on the premises. The notice shall state the
nature ofthe violation and the time when said use shall be discontinued, and when required, the
time which said building or structure or portion thereof shall be vacated. No person shall
continue said use or continue to occupy said building or structure, electrical, plumbing, or
mechanical installation, or portion thereof, contrary to the terms of said notice until the violation
is corrected and use or occupancy is authorized by the Building Official.
B. Any person violating any notice issued pursuant tot his section shall be guilty of a .
misdemeanor. (Ord. -21-89 9 11.3)
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7.28.050 Dangerous buildings or structures.
For the purpose of this chapter, any building or structure which has any of all of the conditions
or defects hereinafter described shall be deemed to be dangerous building or structure; provided,
that such conditions or defects exist to the extent that the life, health, property, or safety of the
public or its occupants are endangered:
A. Whenever any door, aisle, passageway, stairway or other means of exit is not of sufficient
width or size, or is not so arranged as to provide safe and adequate means of exit in case of fire
or pamc;
B. Whenever the stress in any materials, member or portion thereof, due to all dead and live
loads, is more than one and one-half times the working stress or stresses allowed in the building
code for new buildings of similar structure, purpose or location;
C. Whenever any portion thereof has been damaged by fire, earthquake, wind, flood, or by any
other cause, to such an extent the structural strength or stability thereof is materially less than it
was before such catastrophe and is less than the minimum requirements of the building code for
new buildings or similar structure, purpose or location;
D. Whenever any portion or member or appurtenance thereof is likely to fail, or to become
detached or dislodged, or to collapse and thereby injure persons or damage property;
E. Whenever any portion of a building or structure, or any member, appurtenance or
ornamentation on the exterior thereof is not of sufficient strength or stability, or is not so
anchored, or fastened in place so as to be capable of resisting a wind pressure of one half of that
specified in the building code for new buildings of similar structure, purpose or location without
exceeding the working stresses permitted in the building code for such buildings;
F. Whenever any portion thereof has cracked, warped, buckled, or settled to such an extent that
walls or other structural portions have materially less resistance to winds or earthquakes than is
required in the case of similar new construction;
G. Whenever the building or structure, or any portion thereof, because of (1) dilapidation,
deterioration, or decay; (2) faulty construction; (3) the removal, movement or instability or any
portion of the ground necessary for the purpose of supporting building; (4) the deterioration,
decay or inadequacy of its foundation; or (5) any other cause, likely to partially or completely
collapse;
H. Whenever, for any reason, the building or structure, or any portion thereof, is manifestly
unsafe for the purpose of which it is being used;
I. Whenever the exterior walls or other vertical structural members list, lean, or buckle to such
an extent that a plumb line passing through the center of gravity does not fall inside the middle
one third of the base;
J. Whenever the building or structure, exclusive ofthe foundations, shows thirty-three percent
(33%) or more damage or deterioration of its supporting member or members, or fifty percent
(50%) damage or deterioration of its non-supporting members, enclosing or outside walls
covenngs;
K. Whenever the building or structure has been so damaged by fire, wind, earthquake or flood,
or has become so dilapidated or deteriorated as to become (1) an attractive nuisance to children;
(2) a harbor for vagrants, criminal or immoral persons; or as to (3) enable persons to resort
thereto for the purpose of committing unlawful or immoral acts;
L. Whenever any building or structure has been constructed, exists, or is maintained in
violation of any specific requirement or prohibition applicable to such building or structure
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provided by this chapter or any law, ordinance, rule, or regulation in relation to the condition,
location or structure of buildings;
M. Whenever any building or structure which, whether or not erected in accordance with all
applicable laws and ordinance, has in any non-supporting part, member or portion, less than fifty
percent (50%), or in any supporting part, member or portion less than 66 percent (66%) of the (1)
strength; (2) fire resisting qualities or characteristics; or (3) weather resistance qualities or
characteristics required by law in the case of a newly constructed building of like area, height
and occupancy in the same location. Except that for buildings erected prior to the effective date
of Alameda County Ordinance 74-66 the seismic forces specified in Alameda County Ordinance
950 N.S. shall be used rather than the seismic forces required by law for a newly constructed
building of like area, height, and occupancy in the same location for determining the percent of
strength;
N. Whenever a building or structure, used or intended to be used for dwelling purposes,
because of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation, decay, damage, faulty construction or
arrangement, inadequate light, air or sanitation facilities, or otherwise, is determined by the
Building Official to be unsanitary, unfit for human habitation or in such a condition that it is
likely to cause sickness or disease;
O. Whenever any building or structure, because of obsolescence, dilapidated condition,
deterioration, damage, inadequate exits, lack of sufficient fire resistive construction, faulty
electric wiring, gas connections or heating apparatus or other cause, is determined by the
Building Official to be a fire hazard;
P. Whenever any building or structure is in such a condition as to constitute a public nuisance
known to the common law or in equity jurisprudence;
Q. Whenever any portion of a building or structure remains on a site after the demolition or
destruction of the building or structure, or whenever any building or structure is abandoned for a
period in excess of six (6) months so as to constitute such building or portion thereof an
attractive nuisance or hazard to the public. (Ord. 21-89 9 11.4 (a))
7.28.060 Dangerous electrical, plumbing or mechanical installations.
For the purpose ofthis chapter, any electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation which has
any or all the conditions or defects hereinafter described shall be a dangerous electrical,
plumbing or mechanical installation, provided that such conditions or defects exist tot he extent
that the life, health, property or safety of the public or any persons using such installation are
endangered:
A. Whenever any protective or safety service specified in this chapter is; not provided,
inoperative; or is defective, dilapidated, deteriorated so as to fail to function as originally
intended;
B. Whenever any installation or any portion thereof because of (1) dilapidation, deterioration,
or decay; (2) faulty construction; (3) obsolescence; (4) inadequate maintenance, which in relation
to existing use constitutes a hazard to life, health, property or safety;
C. Whenever any installation of any portion thereof which is damaged by fire, wind,
earthquake, flood or any other cause so as to constitute a hazard to life, health, property or safety;
D. Whenever any installation or any portion thereof was constructed, installed, altered or
maintained in violation of this chapter so as to constitute a hazard to life, health, property or
safety;
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E. Whenever any installation is in such condition as to constitute a public nuisance known to
common law or in equity jurisprudence. (Ord. 21-89 S 11.4 (b))
7.28.070 Maintaining dangerous structures or installations prohibited.
It is unlawful to maintain or use a dangerous building or structure, or a dangerous electrical,
plumbing, or mechanical installation. (Ord. 21-89 S 11.4 (c))
7.28.080 Abatement.
All dangerous buildings or structures, or dangerous electrical, plumbing, or mechanical
installations are hereby declared to be public nuisance and may be abated by repair,
rehabilitation, demolition or removal in accordance with the procedures specified in Chapter 7.52
or by any other remedy available at law. (Ord. 21-89 S 11.4 (d))
7.28.090 Substandard buildings.
All buildings or portions thereof which are determined to be substandard as defined in Section
1001 of the Housing Code are declared to be public nuisances and may be abated by repair,
rehabilitation, demolition, or removal in accordance with the procedure specified in Chapter 7.52
or by any other remedy available at law. It shall be unlawful to maintain or use any such
substandard building. Except that any condition which would require displacement of sound
walls or ceilings to meet height, length, or width requirements of ceilings, rooms, and dwellings
Shall not by itself be considered sufficient existence of dangerous conditions making a
substandard building, unless the building was constructed, altered or converted in violation of
such requirements in effect at the time of construction, alteration, or conversion. (Ord. 21-89 S
11.5)
7.28.100 Illegal building, structures or installations.
A. Every building or structure or portion thereof, and every electrical, plumbing or mechanical
installation or portion thereof, erected, installed, constructed, enlarged, altered, repaired, moved,
converted, or improved without a permit and which was subject to the requirements for permits
by the Alameda County Building Code, the Alameda County Electrical Code, the Alameda
County Plumbing Code, the Alameda County Heating and Ventilating Code, the Alameda
County Mechanical code as adopted by Alameda County Ordinance Number 424,508,644, 120
N.S., and 74-66, respectively, or any subsequent Alameda County ordinances which amended or
readopted said Codes or which was erected, installed, constructed, enlarged, altered, repaired,
moved, converted or improved without a permit and which has subject to the requirements for
permits by Chapters 7.32, 7.36, 7.40 and 7.44 or subsequent city ordinances which amends,
adopts, or readopts the city building code, electrical code, mechanical code and plumbing code is
declared to be an illegal building, structure, or installation. All illegal buildings, structures or
installations shall be made to conform to the provisions of this chapter or shall be demolished
and removed.
B. Whenever necessary to assure compliance with the foregoing provisions the owner of any
illegal building, structure, or installation shall uncover any concealed portions of such building,
structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation for inspection and shall perform such
tests as may be required by the Building Official.
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C. It is unlawful to use or maintain any illegal buildings, structure, or installation or portion .
thereof which was erected, installed, constructed, enlarged, altered, repaired, moved, converted,
or improved without a permit.
D. All illegal buildings, structures or installations or portions thereof may be abated by being
made to confirm to the provisions of this chapter or by demolition and remove in accordance
with the provisions specified in Chapter 7.52 or by any other remedy available at law. (Ord. 21-
89 S 11.6)
7.28.110 Discontinuance of utilities-Authority.
A. The Building Official may order the discontinuance ofthe supply of electrical energy, fuel
gas, or water to any building or structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation which
IS:
1. Being occupied or used contrary to the provisions of this chapter as set forth in Section
7.28.040;
2. A dangerous building or structure, or electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation as set
forth in Sections 7.28.050 through 7.28.080;
3. A substandard building as set forth in Section 7.28.090;
4. An illegal building or structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation as set forth in
Section 7.28.100.
B. Such order shall be in writing and shall state the nature of the condition requiring the
discontinuance of utilities and the time when such utilities shall be discontinued. The order shall
be directed to the person, firm or corporation supplying electrical energy, fuel gas, or water and a
copy of said order shall be sent to the person using said utilities and to the owner of the premises. .
(Ord. 21-89 S 11.7)
7.28.120 Existing buildings, structures or installations.
A. Except as required by Section 310.9.1 ofthe Building Code, and Sections 7.32.280 and
7.40.130 and Section 713.5 Uniform Plumbing Code, buildings or structures, electrical,
plumbing or mechanical installations in existence at the time of the adoption of the ordinance
codified in this chapter may have their existing use or occupancy continued if such use or
occupancy was legal at the time of adoption of the ordinance codified in this chapter and
provided such continued use is not dangerous or substandard and does not menace health, life or
property.
B. Electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems installed in apartments, hotels and dwellings
and in existence prior to January 1, 1975, shall be deemed to have conformed to applicable law
in effect at the time of installation and to have been maintained in good condition if currently in
good and safe condition and working properly. (Ord. 12-95 S 1: Ord. 12-92 S 1: Ord. 21-89 S
11.8)
7.28.130 Maintenance requirements.
A. All buildings or structures, all electrical, plumbing and mechanical installations, both
existing and new, and all parts thereof shall be maintained in a safe and sanitary condition. All
devices or safeguards which are required by the building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical
codes when the building, structure, or installation was erected or installed shall be maintained in
good working order. The owner or his designated agent shall be responsible for maintenance of .
all building, structures, installations or system.
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B. Private building sewers shall be maintained in a gastight and watertight condition. Where
private sewage disposal systems are permitted, the effluent therefrom shall be contained beneath
the surface of the ground level and within the property lines of the premises. (Ord. 21-89 S 11.9)
7.28.140 Alternate materials and methods of construction.
A. The provisions of this chapter are not intended to prevent the use of any material or method
of construction not specifically prescribed by this chapter; provided, any such alternate has been
approved by the Building Official.
B. The Building Official may approve any such alternate provided he finds that the proposed
design is satisfactory, and that the material, method, or work offered is, for the purpose intended,
at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this chapter in quality, strength, effectiveness, fire
resistance, durability, dimensional stability, and safety. The details of any action granting
approval of an alternate shall be recorded and entered into the files of the city.
C. The Building Official may require the sufficient evidence or proof be submitted to
substantiate any claims that may be made regarding its use. (Ord. 21-89 S 11.10)
7.28.150 Modifications.
Whenever there are practical difficulties involved in carrying out the provisions ofthis chapter,
the Building Official may grant modifications for individual cases, provided he shall first find
that a special individual reason makes the strict letter of this chapter impractical and that the
modification is in conformity with the intent and purpose of this chapter and that such
modification does not lessen any fire protection requirements or any degree of structural
integrity. The details of any action granting modifications shall be recorded and entered in the
files of the city. (Ord. 21-89 S 11.11)
7.28.155 Code Conflicts-Added.
When any requirements of chapters 7.28. 7.32. 7.36. 7.40. 7.44. 7.48 and manufacturer's
instructions conflict the more stringent provisions shall prevail.
7.28.160 Compliance-Tests.
A. Whenever there is insufficient evidence of compliance with the provisions of this chapter or
evidence that any material or any construction does not conform to the requirements of this
chapter or in order to substantiate claims for alternate materials or methods of construction, the
Building Official may require tests as proof of compliance to be made at the expense of the
owner or his agent by an approved agency,
B. Test methods shall be as specified by this chapter for the material in question. Ifthere are no
appropriate test methods specified in this chapter, the Building Official shall determine the test
procedure.
C. All tests shall be made by an approved agency. Reports of such tests shall be retained by the
Building Official for the period required for the retention of public records. (Ord. 21-89 S 11.12)
7.28.170 Appeals.
A. Any person aggrieved with any decision ofthe Building Official in connection with the
application or interpretation of the provisions of this chapter or in the approval of alternate
materials or methods of construction may appeal to the City Council. Such appeal shall be in
writing and filed within ten (l0) days.
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B. The City Council may after hearing, interpret any provision of this chapter. .
C. The City Council may after hearing vary the application ofthis chapter in any specific case
when in its opinion the enforcement thereof would be contrary to the spirit and purpose of this
chapter to public interest. The City Council in granting a variance may impose requirements or
conditions to mitigate any adverse effects that may result from granting a variance.
D. In making any such interpretation or granting any variance the City Council shall make the
following findings:
1. That the interpretation or variance is consistent with the purpose of this chapter;
2. That the interpretation or variance will not lessen the protection to the people of the city and
property situated therein.
E. The City Council may approve alternate materials or methods of construction as set forth in
Section 7.28.140 by overruling the decision of the Building Official. In approval any alternate
materials or methods of construction the City Council shall make findings that the material,
method or work proposed is for the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of the prescribed by
this chapter in quality, strength, effectiveness, durability, dimensional stability and safety.
F. The City Council may appoint a Board of Appeals to hear any specific appeaL The Board of
Appeals shall consist of five (5) members qualified by training and experience to pass on matters
pertaining to the subject matter of the appeal and to serve until the disposition of the appeaL The
Board of Appeals shall have the same authority and duties as the City Council in interpreting this
chapter, granting variances, or approving alternate materials or methods of construction. The
Building Official shall be an ex officio member of the Board of Appeals and shall act as
secretary to the Board. The Board of Appeals shall adopt reasonable rules and regulations for
conducting its hearings and investigations. The decision of the Board of Appeals shall be finaL .
(Ord. 12-95 S 2: Ord. 21-89 S 11.13 (part))
7.28.180 Revocation of modification of variance.
The City Council may revoke or modify by written order, after a public hearing held upon not
less than ten (10) days notice, any order permitting a variance. The City Council shall serve
notice ofthe time and place of a hearing to revoke or modify any order permitting a variance not
less than ten (10) days prior to such hearing, by personal service, or by first class mail, postage
prepaid, mailed to the person to whom such variance was granted at the address shown in the
application for such variance or to such other address as may appear reasonable to the City
Council under the particular circumstances. (Ord. 21-89 S 11.12 (part))
7.28.190 Liability.
The Building Official, or his authorized representative charged with the enforcement of this
code, acting in good faith and without malice in the discharge of his duties, shall not thereby
render himself personally liable for any damage that may accrue to persons or property as a
result of any act or by reason of any act or omission in the discharge of his duties. Any suit
brought against the Building Official or employee because of such act or omission performed by
him in the enforcement of any provision of such codes or other pertinent laws or ordinances
implemented through the enforcement of this code or enforced by the code enforcement agency
shall be defended by this jurisdiction until final termination of such proceedings, and any
judgement resulting therefrom shall be assumed by this jurisdiction. (Ord. 21-89 S 11.14)
7.28.200
Violation-Penalty.
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A. Any person, firm or corporation violating or causing, or permitting to be violated any of the
provisions of this chapter shall be deemed guilty of an infraction unless such violation is
described as a misdemeanor by specific provisions of this chapter.
B. Any person, firm or corporation convicted of a misdemeanor under the provisions ofthis
chapter shall be subject to a fine or imprisonment, or both, not to exceed the limits set forth in
California Penal code Section 19.
C. Any person, firm or corporation convicted of an infraction under the provisions of this
chapter shall be punishable upon a first conviction by a fine of not more than one hundred dollars
($100), and for a second conviction within a period of one (1) year by a fine of not more than
two hundred dollars ($200), and for a third or any subsequent conviction within a one (1) year
period by a fine of not more than five hundred dollars ($500). Any violation beyond the third
conviction within a one (1) year period may be charged by the District Attorney as a
misdemeanor and the penalty for conviction of the same shall be subject to a fine or
imprisonment, or both, not to exceed the limits set forth in California Penal Code Section 19.
D. In addition to the penalties provided in this section, any condition caused or permitted to
exist in violation of any of the provisions of this chapter shall be deemed a public nuisance and
may be by the city summarily abated as such.
E. Each person, firm or corporation shall be guilty of a separate offense for each and every day
during any portion of which any violation of any provision of this chapter is committed,
continued or permitted by such person and shall be punishable accordingly.
F. The Building Official shall have the power to designate by written order that particular
officers or employees shall be authorized to enforce particular provisions of this chapter. Officers
or employees so designated shall have the authority to arrest persons who violate any said
provisions. (Ord. 12-92 S 54: Ord. 7-91 S 2: Ord. 21-89 S 11.15)
Article II.
Definitions
7.28.210 Generally.
For the purpose ofthis chapter, certain words and phrases are defined and shall be construed as
set out in this article. (Ord. 21-89 S 13.0)
7.28.220 Building Official.
The "Building Official" means the officer charged with the administration and enforcement of
this chapter or his authorized representative. (Ord. 21-89 S 13.1)
7.28.230 Electrical installation.
"Electrical installation" means any electrical writing, appliance, device, equipment, and
apparatus used for or in connection with the transmission or use of electrical energy for light,
power, ratio, signaling communication or for any other purpose. (Ord. 21-89 S 13.2)
7.28.240 Health Officer.
"Health Officer" means the Alameda County Health Officer or his authorized representative.
(Ord. 21-89 S 13.3)
7.28.250
Mechanical installation.
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"Mechanical installationll means any appliance, device, equipment, system or apparatus used .
for or in connection with heating, ventilating, refrigeration or incineration. (Ord 21-89 9 13.4)
7.28.260 Plumbing installation.
"Plumbing installation II means the use of water, all potable water supply and distribution pipes,
all fixtures and traps, all drainage and vent pipes and all building drains, all private sewage
disposal systems, including their respective joints and connections, devices, receptacles and
appurtenances within property lines of the premises and shall included potable water piping,
potable water treating or using equipment, fuel gas piping, water heaters and vents for same.
(Ord. 21-89 9 13.5)
7.28.270 This Chapter.
Whenever the term "this chapter" is used in this Chapter 7.28, it shall also mean and include
Chapter 7.32 (Building Code); Chapter 7.36 (Electrical Code); Chapter 7.40 (Plumbing Code);
Chapter 7.44 (Mechanical Code); and Chapter 7.48 (Housing Code). (Ord. 10-91 9 1)
Article III. Permit Requirements
7.28.280 Permit-Required.
A. No person, firm or corporation or organization shall install, erect, construct, enlarge, add to,
alter, repair, move, remove, demolish, convert, occupy, equip or improve any building or
structure, any electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation or cause the same to be done
without first obtaining a permit from the Building Official. .
B. A separate permit shall be required for each building or structure, but the permit may
include pertinent accessories such as fences, retaining walls, exterior lighting, underground
utilities and sprinkler systems, providing such work is shown on the approved plans or described
on the application. The Building Official may authorize issuance of a signal permit for several
buildings where in his opinion the convenience of the city will be served.
C. Prior to issuance of a permit by the Building Official, a separate permit or approval shall be
secured from the Health Office for private water supply and private sewage disposal systems. In
addition, separate permits for wells are required by the Alameda County Flood Control and
Water Conservation District Zone 7 pursuant to Article 14, Chapter 6, Title 5, Alameda County
Ordinance Code.
D. Additional permits shall be required for pertinent accessories regulated by this chapter
which are proposed to be constructed but not shown on the approved plans or described on the
application. A grading permit may also be required subject to the provisions of Chapter 7.16.
(Ord. 21-89 S 12.0)
7.28.290 Exceptions.
A. No permit shall be required for the following; however, permits shall be required for
electrical, plumbing and mechanical installations in any building or structure listed in
subsections Al through A18 ofthis section, and permits shall be required for all new
construction and substantial improvements that are located within an area of special flood hazard
in which case a permit shall be required as set forth in Chapter 7.24:
1. Open wire fences not more than sixteen (16) feet in height, and all other type fences not .
more than eight (8) feet in height;
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2. Retaining walls which do not retain more than three (3) feet of earth when the earth retained
is level or where there is no surcharge load, and retaining walls which do not retain more than
two (2) feet of earth when the earth retained is sloping or which supports surcharge loads. See
Section 2317.11 2306.11 of the Uniform Building Code for requirements for treatment of wood
used for retaining wall;
3. One-story detached accessory buildings used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and
similar uses, provided the projcctcd roof floor area does not exceed one hundred twenty (120)
square feet;
4. One-story buildings not more than for hundred (400) square feet in area used exclusively for
housing animals, poultry, livestock and similar animals and the storage of necessary food, hay
grain for the animals housed therein;
5. Agricultural buildings as defined in Section 202 of the Uniform Building Code on lots
exceeding twenty (20) acres in area which are located in an A zoning district and where the
principal use of the land is agriculture;
6. Lath houses and similar sun shade structures with roofs which do not shed water, which are
more than ten (10) feet in height and one thousand (1,000) square feet in area;
7. Awnings over doors and windows of a group R-3 or Group U-l Occupancy which are
entirely supported by the building and do not project more than fifty-four (54) inches;
8. Temporary construction offices, and storage sheds which are used on a site where there is a
valid building permit, grading permit, or which are used in connection with a construction
project where no building permit or grading permit is required; however, this provision shall not
apply to such building remaining on the site thirty (30) days after the completion of
construction;
9. Temporary construction offices and storage sheds when stored in a contractor's equipment
yard; however, this provision shall not apply if such buildings are used for any purpose
whatsoever;
10. Raised decks which are less than thirty (30) inches above the ground at any point;
11. Treehouses or other structures which are designed to be used by children for play;
12. Flag poles, radio or TV antennas and towers, less than thirty-five (35) feet in height when
not attached to a building and less than twenty (20) feet in height when attached to a building,
except permits are required for dish-type antennas more than four (4) feet in diameter;
13. Swimming, bathing, and wading pools, and fish ponds not exceeding twenty-four (24)
inches in depth;
14. Prefabricated swimming pools, spas or hot tubs not exceeding four (4) feet in depth if
resting on the surface of the ground or a concrete slab on the ground;
15. Painting, papering and similar finish work,
16. Moveable cases, counters and partitions not over five (5) feet nine (9) inches high;
17. Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity not exceed five thousand (5,000)
gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed two to one (2:1);
18. Water storage tanks of any size ifresting on the surface of the ground or on a concrete slab
on the ground when used only for watering livestock or irrigation;
19. The replacement of lamps or the connection of portable electrical appliances to suitable
receptacles which have been permanently installed;
20. Nonelectrical signs less than eight (8) feet in height, nonelectrical signs which do not
exceed three (3) pounds per square foot nor four (4) inches in thickness when fastened flat
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against the wall of any building; and provided further, that the sign does not extend above the top
of the wall of the building;
21. Clearing stoppage or repairing leaks in pipes, valves, fittings or fixtures when such repairs
do not involve the replacement of rearrangement of pipes, valves, fittings or fixtures;
22. Buildings and structures owned by a sanitary district used exclusively for storage,
collection, conveying and treating sewage;
23. A permit shall not be required for demolition or exploration work that may be necessary in
order to determine conditions in connection with a proposed addition or alteration to an existing
building if an application for a permit is on file and prior approval for the demolition or
exploration work is obtained from the Building Official;
24. A permit shall not be required for small or unimportant work when approved by the
Building Official.
B. Exemption from the requirement of a permit shall not be deemed to be permissible to violate
any provision ofthis chapter or any other law, ordinance, rule or regulation.
C. Although permits are not required by this section, any person may obtain inspection services
by applying for a permit for such work and paying the applicable fee.
(Ord. 12-95 S 3: Ord. 21-89 S 12.1)
7.28.300 Permit-Application.
Every application for permits shall be made in writing on the forms furnished for that purpose.
Every application shall include the following:
A. The location of the premises by address and by legal description or Country Assessor's
description;
B. The name, address, and phone number of the applicant;
C. The signature of the applicant or his authorized agent, who may be required to submit
evidence of such authority;
D. A description of the work to be done;
E. A description of the proposed use and occupancy of the proposed building, structure, or
electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation and where existing buildings, structures,
electrical, plumbing or mechanical installations exist, a complete description ofthe use or
occupancy of such buildings, structures, or installations;
F. Any other such information that may be reasonably required by the Building Official;
G. An authorization to enter the property for the purpose of inspecting the work without an
inspection warrant;
H. An indication as to whether the building is to be heated and/or cooled. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.2)
7.28.310 Permit-Application-Plans and specifications.
A. Two (2) sets of plans and specifications shall be submitted with each application for
checking except that plans and specification shall not be required for small unimportant work
when approved by the Building Official.
B. Engineering calculations, stress diagrams, soil investigation reports, geological investigation
reports, test data, electrical load calculations, gas and water supply demand calculations and
other data sufficient to show the correctness of the plans and specifications and to assure that the
proposed work will conform to all of the provisions of this chapter shall also be submitted when
required by the Building Official. Plans and specifications shall be prepared by a certified
architect, or registered professional engineer when required by the Building Official. The owner
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shall also submit a complete outline of the testing and inspection program proposed when special
inspection is required pursuant to Section 7.28.590. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.3)
C. Deferred submittals. For the purposes of this section, deferred submittals are defined as
those portions of the design that are not submitted at the time of the application and that are to be
submitted to the Building Official within a specified period. Deferral of any submittal items shall
have prior approval of the Building Official. The architect or engineer of record shall list the
deferred submittals on the plans and shall submit the deferred submittal documents for review bv
the Building Official. Submittal documents for deferred submittal items shall be submitted to the
architect or engineer of record who shall review them and forward them to the Building Official
with a notation indicating that the deferred submittal documents have been reviewed and that
they have been found to be in general conformance with the design of the building. The deferred
submittal items shall not be installed until their design and submittal documents have been
approved by the Building Official.
7.28.320 Plans and specifications-Requirements.
A. Plans shall be drawn to scale on substantial paper and shall be legible and of sufficient
clarity to indicate the nature and extent of the work proposed and shall show in detail how the
proposed work will conform to the requirements of this chapter and all applicable laws,
ordinances, rules and regulations. The specifications indicating the type and grade of all the
materials to be used in the proposed work shall be shown on the plans unless otherwise approved
by the Building Official.
B. The first sheet of each set of plans shall contain the address or legal description ofthe
property where the work is proposed to be done, the name and address ofthe owner ofthe
property and the name, address and signature of the person who has prepared the plans.
C. The plans shall include a plot plan which shall show the location of existing and proposed
buildings or structures. The plot plan shall also show the location of all existing or proposed gas
mains and services; water mains, water services, fire hydrants, sewer mains; underground or
overhead power and communication lines; poles and transformers; waterways, storm drains,
inlets, culverts, curbs, gutters sidewalks, building sewer, wells, septic tanks and drainage fields.
The plans shall also include a grading and drainage plan which shall show all existing elevations
or contours and all proposed final elevations, and the elevation of the first floor. This plan shall
also show how all portions of the lot are to be drained and any necessary drainage structures. The
grading and drainage plan may be combined with the plot plan if such information can be clearly
shown on the plot plan.
D. If the proposed work does not involve new buildings or structures and does not change the
configuration of existing buildings or structures the Building Official may waive the
requirements for a plot plan and grading or drainage plan. Where only minor grading is proposed
and existing drainage patterns are not materially affected, and the proposed work does not fall
under the provisions of special flood hazard areas as set forth in Chapter 7.24, the Building
Official may waive the requirements for a grading and drainage plan. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.4)
7.28.330 Permit-Application-Plats required.
A. Three (3) copies of a topographic plat prepared and signed by a licensed land surveyor or a
registered civil engineer shall be submitted with the application for a permit for any new building
or structure or building proposed to be moved.
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B. The Building Official may waive the requirements for such a plat for minor buildings or
structures on parcels containing substantial existing development or where a plat has been
previously submitted for a permit and where there have been no substantial changes in the
elevations of the finished grade.
C. The plat shall show the location of all aboveground structures, retaining walls, fences, poles,
transformers, overhead power and communication lines, wells, fire hydrants, drainage inlets,
culverts, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and waterways. The plat shall also show the known or
reported location of underground structures, such as underground storm drains, water, sewer,
gas, power and communication lines, septic tanks and drainage fields.
D. The plat shall be drawn to a scale and shall show contours at intervals of one (1) foot or less
on slopes up to three percent (3%) and not more than five (5) feet when more than three percent
(3%). Contours shall extend to the center of the street ifnot improved with curbs and gutters, and
need extend only to the gutter when improved with curbs and gutters.
E. Plat of the entire parcel shall not be required for parcels exceeding one acre located in a R-l
or A district, however, the following shall be provided:
1. Contours within one hundred (100) feet of any proposed building;
2. Contours or a profile of any existing or proposed access driveway. The Building Official
may waive this requirement when the applicant can otherwise demonstrate that the access
driveway is in conformance to Section 7701 ofthe Uniform Building Code for '.vidth alignment
and grade and any cut or fill slopes in connection ',vith the construction of the access driveway
are in conformance with Section 7701 of the Uniform Building Code. in conformance with the
City Standards plans and specifications or in accordance with the Director of Public Works.
F. A topographic plat is not required on any lot shown on any subdivision tract map if such
tract map was filed within five (5) years prior to the application for a permit.
G. The Building Official may require a plat of a property line survey where the exact location
of the property line is necessary for the enforcement of any of the provisions of this chapter. If
after the issuance of a permit, a question arises as to the exact location of the property line, the
Building Official may require a property line survey. Whenever a property line survey has been
made, the property line shall be located by appropriate stakes or monuments and three copies of
a plat of the survey shall be filed with the Building Official.
H. Nothing contained herein shall be constructed as to relieving the land surveyor or civil
engineer from complying with the provisions of the Land Surveyor's Act, Business and
Professions Code, beginning with Section 8700. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.5)
7.28.340 Permit-Issuance-Generally.
A. If it appears upon examination of the application, plans, specifications, and other
information furnished by the applicant that the proposed work will conform to the provisions of
this chapter and any other applicable laws, ordinances, rules and regulations, and upon payment
of the prescribed fees; the Building.Official shall issue a permit to the applicant.
B. When the Building Official issues a permit, he shall affix an official stamp of approval on
two sets of plans and specifications. One (1) set of plans and specifications shall be retained by
the city and the other set of plans and specifications shall be kept on the site of the construction
or work. The approved plans shall not be changed without approval of the Building Official. All
work authorized by the permit shall be done in accordance with the approved plans.
C. Permits are not transferable.
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D. The set of plans and specifications retained by the city at the time of issuance ofthe permit
shall be retained by the Building Official for a period not less than ninety (90) days from the date
of the completion ofthe work covered therein, except that this provision shall not apply to plans
and specifications required to be required to be retained by Section 19850 ofthe Health and
Safety Code ofthe state of California. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.6)
7.28.350 Permit-Issuance-Restrictions.
Permits may be issued to any person not acting in violation of Chapter 7, Division 3, of the
Business and Professions Code of the State of California (Contractor's License Law). (Ord. 21-
89 S 12.7)
7.28.360 Permittee responsibility.
It shall be the responsibility of a permit to assure that all work authorized thereunder is done in
accordance with the provisions of this chapter and any other law, ordinance, rule or regulations,
and to call for and make arrangement for the inspection of the work. If after inspection by the
Building Official, correction of work completed is necessary, the holder of the permit shall be
responsible for such correction. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.8)
7.28.370 Granting of permit not approval for violation.
A. The issuance of a permit or approval of plans and specifications shall not be constructed to
be a permit for, or an approval of, any violation of any of the provisions of this chapter or any
other applicable laws, ordinances, rules or regulations; and any permit or document purporting to
give authority to violate this chapter, or any other law, ordinance, rule or regulation shall not be
valid except insofar as the work or use which it authorizes is lawful.
B. The issuance of a permit based upon plans and specifications shall not prevent the Building
Official from thereafter requiring the correction of errors in such plans and specifications or form
preventing work being carried on thereunder in violation of this chapter, or any other applicable
law, ordinance, rule or regulation. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.9)
7.28.380 Permit-Expiration-Exception.
A. Permits issued pursuant to this chapter having a valuation ofless than one million dollars
shall expire one year from the date of issuance; and permits having a valuation of over one
million dollars ($1,000,000) shall expire in two (2) years from the date of issuance.
B. Exception: whenever a permit is issued to correct a violation ofthis chapter, or any other
law, ordinance, rule or regulation, or to rehabilitate, repair, or demolish a dangerous,
substandard, illegal, unsafe or unsanitary building or structure, electrical, plumbing or
mechanical installation, or to otherwise abate a nuisance, the Building Official shall establish a
reasonable time for the completion ofthe work.
C. Where permits for more than one building on the same site or subdivision are issued to the
same applicant, the total valuation of all the permits shall be used for determine when the permits
expire. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.10(a))
7.28.390 Application expiration.
A. Every application for a permit shall expire six (6) months after the application and
accompanying plans and specifications have been checked.
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B. Plans and specification accompanying an expired application may be destroyed ten (10)
days from the date of mailing the applicant notice of intention to destroy said plans and
specifications. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.10(b))
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7.28.400 Permit-Extensions.
A. One (1) extension of the expiration date of any permit may be allowed for good cause upon
written application therefor prior to the expiration date. Requests for extensions shall indicate the
necessary time to complete the application or work and the reasons therefor.
B. Where work authorized by any permit has not commenced, extensions shall not be allowed
ifthere has been revisions to any applicable law, ordinance, rule or regulations which would
otherwise prohibit the proposed construction. Where work authorized by any permit has
commenced any extension shall also require all work to conform to any applicable law,
ordinance, rule, or regulation in effect at the time of the extension.
C. In requiring compliance with new laws, ordinances, rules or regulations, the Building
Official shall consider the practical difficulties in making changes to existing construction and
may allow work completed to remain without changes. The Building Official may also allow
uncompleted work to proceed in accordance with the original approved plans.
D. An extension may be allowed for an application for a permit, but the work shall comply
with applicable laws, ordinances, rules and regulations in effect at the time of issuance of the
permit.
E. In allowing an extension additional fees may be imposed to cover any additional costs
incurred by the city because of the extension. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.10(c))
7.28.410 Building Official-Authority to deny permit. .
The Building Official may refuse to issue any permit where it cannot be demonstrated that:
A. The hazards of land slippage, erosion or settlement will be eliminated;
B. The proposed work will not be located on a trace of an active fault;
C. The proposed work will conform to Chapters 7.20 and 7.24;
D. The placement of existing fills has not been subject to continuous inspection by a special
inspector as required by Section 1701.5.13 ofthe Uniform Building Code;
E. The private water supply will conform to Section 601.0 of the Uniform Plumbing Code;
F. The private sewage disposal system required by Section 713.0 of the Plumbing Code. wHl
conform to Section 7.40.140;
G. Whenever a licensed contractor has failed to make corrections as specified in Sections
7.28.540 through 7.28.580. (Ord. 12-95 S 4: Ord. 21-89 S 12.11)
7.28.420 Permit-Suspension or revocation.
The Building Official may, in writing, suspend or revoke a permit issued under the provisions
of this chapter whenever the permit has been issued in error, or on the basis of incorrect
information supplied, or in violation of this chapter, rule or regulation. (Ord. 21-89 7 12.12)
7.28.430 Fees-Generally.
The provisions of this chapter apply to fees collected by the Building Official.
A. The City Council shall, by resolution, adopt a schedule of fees for permits, reinspections,
code compliance surveys, moved building inspections, plan and specification storage fee,
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additional plan checking, hourly rates for inspection services not covered by specific fees, and
fees authorized by the Alquist-Priolo Geologic Hazards Zones Act.
B. Prior to the At time of issuance of any permit required by this chapter, the applicant shall
pay the fees as established by resolution of the City Council.
C. Where work for which a permit is required by this chapter is started or proceeds prior to
obtaining such permit, the permit fee shall be, as a minimum, doubled and may be increased up
to three (3) times the original amount depending on the circumstances of violation. The payment
of such penalty fee shall not relieve any person from fully complying with all of the provisions
of this chapter.
D. The payment of a penalty fee shall not be required where the work was done two (2) years
before the date it has been determined that the work was done without a permit. A penalty fee
shall not be required when the work was done or caused to be done by a previous owner of the
property.
E. The determination of value or valuation under any ofthe provisions ofthis chapter shall be
made by the Building Official. The value to be used in computing the building permit and permit
processing fees shall be the total value of all construction work for which the permit is issued as
well as all finish work, painting, roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning,
elevators, fire extinguishing systems and any other permanent equipment at the time the permit is
issued. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.13(a))
7.28.440 Permit processing fee.
Each application for a permit shall be accompanied by a fee equal to forty percent (40%) of the
total permit fee rounded off to the nearest dollar. The permit processing fee shall be credited
toward the total permit fee required. After permit processing has commenced, no portion of the
permit processing fee shall be refundable. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.13(b))
7.28.450 Refunds.
A. Sixty percent (60%) of any permit fee may be refunded to the applicant prior to the
expiration of the permit provided that the work authorized under the permit has not commenced.
Thirty percent (30%) of the permit fee may be refunded to the applicant after a permit has
expired provided that the work has not commenced, but in no case shall any refund be allowed
after one (1) year from the date of expiration ofthe permit. Requests for refund shall be in
writing. Any expenses incurred by the city other than the permit processing fee may be deducted
from the refund.
B. Ifthere was an error in calculating the amount of the permit fee and such error resulted in
overpayment of the permit fee, the amount of overpayment may be refunded. (Ord. 21-89 S
12.13(c))
7.28.460 Fees-Partially completed work.
A. Where permits expire and the work has not been completed and a new permit is
subsequently issued for the completion of the work, the fee shall be based upon the fee schedule
in effect at the time of issuance of the new permit based on the valuation to complete the work as
determined by the Building Official. (not on the original valuation assigned to the permit).
Completed Inspections
Percent of
Original
Permit Fee
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If no inspection have been made
If a foundation inspection has been made
If the underground inspections have been made
If the underfloor frame inspection has been made
If the rough electric, rough plumbing, and rough
electrical inspections all have been made
If the frame inspection has been made
If the exterior lath inspection has been made
If the insulation inspection has been made
If the wallboard inspection has been made
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B. The fee determined by the foregoing shall be rounded to the nearest dollar.
C. The foregoing is intended to apply to conventional wood-frame construction and is based on
the number of inspections remaining to be made. Where the work is not conventional wood-
frame construction, or does not constitute a complete building, or is a structure other than a
building; the Building Official shall establish the fee based upon the number of inspections
remaining to be made. The fee so established shall not exceed thirty percent (30%) or be less
than six percent (6%); however, in no case shall the fee be less than t\'lenty ~ the minimum
permit fee approved under Section 7.28.430.
D. Where a new permit is applied for more than one year after the expiration of the permit, the
fee shall be based on the valuation of the work remaining to be done. The valuation shall be
determined by the Building Official based on the cost to complete the work (not on the original
valuation assigned to the permit) and the fees shall be based upon the fee schedule in effect at the
time ofthe issuance of the new permit. (Ord. 12-91 S 2; Ord. 21-89 S 12.13.(d))
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7.28.470 Additional fees for changes.
A. After a permit has been issued, minor changes or additions may be allowed under any
permit when approved by the Building Official. However, additional fees shall be required when
the permit fee calculated for both the original work and the work in the proposed change exceeds
the original permit fee by ten percent (10%). The additional fee shall be the difference between
the original fee and the new fee.
B. Any change in use or in the number of guest rooms or dwelling units shall require the
submission of a new application and the payment of an additional fee.
C. Any change which does not increase the amount of the original permit fee by ten (10%)
percent but requires additional plan checking shall require the payment of a plan checking fee.
D. No refund shall be allowed for changes which would decrease the amount of the permit fee.
(Ord. 21-89 S 12.13 (e))
7.28.480 Reinspections.
Where an inspection is made and corrections are required and said corrections require more
than one reinspection, or where an inspection has been called for and the work to be inspected is
not ready for inspection, or where the approved plans and specifications are not on the job, a
reinspection fee shall be paid prior to making the reinspection. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.13 (f))
7.28.490 Code compliance survey.
The owner of any property on payment of the required fee may request an inspection to
determine if a building, structure or installation is in compliance with this chapter and the city
zoning ordinance. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.13 (g))
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7.28.500 Inspection fee-Moved building.
Prior to application for permits to move a building, structure, electrical, plumbing or
mechanical installation, a moved building inspection shall be required. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.13 (h))
7.28.510 Plan and specification storage fee.
A plan and specification storage fee shall be paid at the time of issuance of a permit for
buildings; the plans and specifications of which are required to be maintained by Section 19852,
Health and Safety Code of the state ofCalifomia. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.13(i))
7.28.520 Fees for additional plan checking.
A rechecking fee shall be paid prior to performing additional plan checking or prior to approval
of the plans where incomplete plans and specifications are submitted for checking and complete
rechecking is required, or where corrections are not completely or correctly made and additional
plan checking is required, or where changes are made to the plans and specifications which
require additional plan checking, or when the proiect involves deferred submittal documents as
defined in section 7.28.310 C. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.130))
7.28.530 Fees-Other inspection services.
The fee for other inspection services provided by the city for which no specific fee is
established shall be at an hourly rate. (Ord. 21-89 7 12.13 (k))
Article IV. Inspections
7.28.540 Generally.
All construction or work for which a permit is required shall be subject to inspection by the
Building Official and certain types of construction shall have continuous inspection by special
inspectors, as specified in Section 7.28.590. (Ord. 21-897 12.14 (a))
7.28.550 Approvals required.
A. No work shall be done on any part of the building or structure, electrical, plumbing or
mechanical installation beyond the point indicated in each successive inspection without first
obtaining the written approval of the Building Official. Such written approval shall only be given
after an inspection shall have been made of each previous step in the construction. Written
approvals may be indicated on an inspection record card which is provided for that purpose. All
tests required by this chapter shall be conducted in the presence of the Building Official. Ifthe
work will not pass the test, necessary corrections shall be made and the work shall be retested.
B. If the work inspected does not comply with this chapter or any other law, ordinance, rule or
regulation, written notice shall be given indicating the nature of the violation. Such notice may
be delivered to the permittee, or the person in apparent control ofthe work on the site, or may be
posted in a conspicuous place on the site. Refusal, failure or neglect to comply with such notice
within ten (10) days shall be considered a violation of this chapter and any other law, ordinance,
rule or regulations.
C. Whenever a licensed contractor has failed to make corrections in the time specified the
Building Official may refuse to issue permits for any other work to be performed at any location
within the city until all necessary corrections have been made. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.14(b))
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7.28.560 Inspection required before use commences.
No work shall be covered, concealed, or put to use until it has been tested, inspected, and
approved as prescribed by this chapter and any other law, ordinance, rule or regulation. Any such
work which has been covered or concealed before being inspected, tested and approved shall be
uncovered for inspection after notice to uncover has been given by the Building Official. (Ord.
21-89 S 12.14(c))
7.28.570 Notification for inspections required.
The permittee or his agent shall notify the Building Official when construction work is ready
and make the necessary arrangement for inspection of the work for each of the following
inspections:
A. Underground. When the excavation for any underground gas, water, sewage, steam,
electrical lines, cables or conduits, or any ventilating ducts, septic tanks or fuel tanks or drainage
fields, which have been completed and all such lines, cable conduits or ducts and tanks are in
place and are ready for any required tests, but before backfilling;
B. Foundation. When the excavation for foundations is completed and forms and required
reinforcing steel are in place but before any concrete is placed;
C. Drainage for Retaining Walls. When any required drainage facility is in place but before
backfilling;
D. Underfloor. When all gas, water, steam, sewage, electrical, lines, cables or conduits, or any
ventilating ducts are in place and ready for any required tests but before any concrete, wood, or
steel flooring is placed;
E. Underfloor Framing. When all the underfloor framing, bracing, and supports are in place
and when all underfloor, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work is in place but before any
flooring is installed;
-G. .E. Shearwall or Diaphragm. When shearwalls or diaphragms are installed and nailed or
otherwise fastened to the structural framework and all hold downs, drag ties, chord splices and
anchor bolts are in place, but before any of the foregoing is covered or concealed;
-+. G. Rough. When the roof, walls, floors, framing, bracing and supports are in place and all
gas, water, drainage, and vent piping; all electrical cable, conduit, panels, outlets, junction boxes
and wiring; all ventilating ducts equipment, vents and flues are in place and ready for any
required tests but before any such work is covered or concealed;
H. Wood Frame. When all roof, wall, floor, framing, bracing, blocking, and chimneys are in
place and all electrical, plumbing and mechanical work is in place but before any such work is
covered or concealed;
1. Reinforced Concrete. When forms and reinforcing steel, sleeves, and inserts, and all
electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work is in place but before any concrete is placed;
J. Structural Steel. When all structural steel members are in place and all connections are
complete but before such work is covered or concealed;
K. Reinforced Masonry. In grouted brick masonry when the vertical steel is in place and other
reinforcing steel, bolts, anchors, and inserts are distributed masonry when the units are laid up,
and any reinforcing steel, bolts, anchors, and inserts are in place and when required c1eanouts are
installed but prior to placing any grout;
L. Insulation. When all insulation, is in place but before the insulation is covered;
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M Lath. When all backing and lathing, interior and exterior, is in place but before any plaster is
applied;
N. Wallboard. When all wallboard is in place but before joints and fasteners are taped and
finished;
O. Suspended Ceilings. When the hangers, lighting fixtures, sir diffusers, fire dampers,
protective boxes, and the runners and supporting members are in place but before the ceiling is
installed;
P. Fire Dampers. When the fire dampers are installed in the openings to be protected but before
the ducts are connected;
Q. Final. When all construction work including electrical, plumbing and mechanical work,
exterior finish grading, required paving, and required landscaping is completed and the building,
structure or installation is ready to be occupied or used but before being occupied or used. (Ord.
21-89 S 12.14(d))
7.28.580 Other inspections.
In addition to the foregoing called inspections, the Building Official may make or require any
other inspection of any construction work to ascertain compliance with the provisions ofthis
chapter and any other law, ordinance, rule or regulation. (Ord. 21-89 S 14.14(e))
7.28.590 Special inspections.
In addition to the inspection required by Sections 7.28.540 through 7.28.580, special
inspections shall be provided in accordance with Chapter 17 of the Uniform Building Code.
(Ord. 12-95 S 5: Ord. 12-92 S 3: Ord. 21-89 S 12.15)
7.28.600 Inspections-Moved buildings, structures, installations or systems.
A. Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7.28.120, all existing buildings or structures,
including all electrical, plumbing or mechanical installations, and all existing electrical,
plumbing and mechanical installation which are moved into or within the city shall comply with
all the requirements of this chapter for new buildings, structures, or installation. Moved
apartment houses and dwellings may retain existing materials and methods of construction.
However, this section shall not be interpreted to permit the moved apartment house or dwelling
to become or continue to be a dangerous building as defined in Sections 7.28.050 through
7.28.080 or a substandard building as defined in Section 7.28.090.
B. Prior to issuance of a permit to move any building, structure, electrical, plumbing or
mechanical installation into or within the city, the Building Official shall inspect the building,
structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation proposed to be moved for conformance
to this chapter and any other law, ordinance, rule or regulation. The Building Official may
require the applicant to remove all or a portion of the wall or ceiling and nay other material to
inspect concealed portions of the building, structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical
installation proposed to be moved. If after inspection of the building, structure, electrical,
plumbing or mechanical installation proposed to be moved the Building Official determines that
it is not practical to alter the building, structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation
so that it will be in conformance with the foregoing provisions, he may deny the application for a
permit. The Building Official shall notify the applicant in writing, stating the reason for such
denial.
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C. After the building has been moved it shall be placed upon a new foundation as soon as .
practical but not later than one hundred twenty (120) days from the time the building was moved
to the site. If after 120 days the building has not been placed on the foundation, said building
shall be deemed to be a public nuisance and may be abated in accordance with the procedures
specified in Chapter 7.52 or by any other remedy available at law. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.16)
Article V. Occupancy
7.28.610 Generally.
No building, structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation or portion thereof shall
be occupied or used unless the Building Official has made final inspections and approved the
work regulated by this ordinance and all work required by other city departments or other
agencies has been inspected and approved by such department or agency. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.17
(a))
7.28.620 Approval to connect utilities.
No person, firm or corporation shall supply water, electrical energy, or fuel gas to any building,
structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation until the building, structure, electrical,
plumbing or mechanical installation has been inspected and approved by the Building Official.
The Building Official may withhold approval to supply water, electrical energy, or fuel gas to
any building, structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation until there is full
compliance with the provisions of this ordinance or compliance with laws ordinance, rule or
regulations enforced by other agencies concerned with the construction of such building, .
structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.17 (b))
7.28.630 Temporary or partial occupancy.
The Building Official may authorize the use or occupancy of all or portions of a building,
structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation prior to completion of the entire
building, structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical provided that the work completed has
been inspected and approved and that no hazard would result by such use or occupancy. The
Building Official in granting such authorization may impose any reasonable conditions as may
be necessary to protect life health, and property. Such authorization may include a time limit and
may be revoked for violation of conditions and shall expire in the time specified. The Building
Official may order any person, firm or corporation supplying water, electrical energy, or fuel gas
to discontinue supplying water, electrical energy, or fuel gas when authorization to use or occupy
pursuant to this section has been revoked. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.17 (c))
7.28.640 Authority to withhold approval to occupy,
A. The Building Official may withhold approval to occupy or use any building, structure,
electrical, plumbing or mechanical installations until all fees charged by the city for any zoning
application development approval, inspection fee or any other fee has been paid. In the case of a
subdivision this provision shall apply to all buildings or structures located within said
subdivision.
B. The Building Official may withhold approval to occupy or use any building structure
electrical, plumbing or mechanical installations until all development improvements including
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offsite improvements have been completed and approved by other city departments or any other
agency concerned with said improvements. (Ord. 21-89 S 12.17 (d))
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN .
REPEALING CHAPTERS 7.32, 7.36, 7.40, 7.44 and 7.48
OF THE DUBLIN MUNICIPAL CODE;
ADDING NEW CHAPTERS 7.32, 7.36, 7.40, 7.44 AND 7.48
WHICH ADOPT BY REFERENCE THE 1997 UNIFORM BUILDING CODE, 1996 NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE AS AMENDED; THE 1997 EDITIONS OF THE UNIFORM PLUMBING
CODE, UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE, UNIFORM HOUSING CODE and AMENDING
CHAPTER 5.08 OF THE DUBLIN MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 1997
UNIFORM FIRE CODE; AMENDING CHAPTER 7.28 OF THE DUBLIN MUNICIPAL CODE
(BUILDING REGULATION ADMINISTRATION); REPEALING CHAPTER 7.56 OF THE DUBLIN
MUNICIPAL CODE (SWIMMING POOL ENCLOSURES)
The City Council of the City of Dublin does ordain as follows:
Section I.
Chapters 7.32, 7.36, 7.40, 7.44 and 7.48 of the Dublin Municipal Code are hereby repealed.
Section 2.
New chapters 7.32 (as set forth in Attachment L Exhibit A), 7.36 (as set forth in AttachmentL Exhibit B), 7.40
(as set forth in Attachment L Exhibit C), 7.44 (as set forth in Exhibit D), and 7.48 (as set forth in Attachment L .
Exhibit E) are hereby added to the Dublin Municipal Code adopting by reference pursuant to Health and Safety
Code Section 17922 the 1997 Uniform Building Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Mechanical Code,
Uniform Housing Code, and 1996 National Electrical Code as amended, respectively; except that, in accordance
with Government Code Section 50222.4, no penalty clauses are adopted by reference. In accordance with
Government Code Section 50222.6, at least one true copy of codes adopted by reference has been on file with
the City Clerk since fifteen-days prior to enactment of this Ordinance. While Chapters 7.32, 7.36, 7.40, 7.44,
and 7.48 of the Dublin Municipal Code remain in force, a reasonable supply of the incorporated codes shall be
available in the office of the City Clerk for public purchase.
Section 3.
Chapter 5.08 of the Dublin Municipal Code (as set forth in Attachment LExhibit F) is hereby amended to adopt
by reference the 1997 Uniform Fire Code; except that, in accordance with Government Code Section 50222.4,
no penalty clauses are adopted by reference. In accordance with Government Code Section 50222.6, at least
one true copy of codes adopted by reference has been on file with the City Clerk since fifteen-days prior to
enactment of this Ordinance. While Chapter 5.08 of the Dublin Municipal Code remains in force, a reasonable
supply of the incorporated code shall be available in the office of the City Clerk for public purchase.
Section 4.
Chapter 7.28 ofthe Dublin Municipal Code (Building Regulation Administration), Sections 7.28.030, 7.28.120, .
7.28.290, 7.28.310, 7.28.330, 7.28.410, 7.28.430, 7.28.460, 7.28.520, 7.28.570, are hereby amended as set forth
in Attachment 1. Exhibit G.
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Chapter 7.28 of the Dublin Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding Section 7.28.155 (Code Conflicts) as
... et forth in Attachment I, Exhibit G.
~ction 5.
Chapter 7.56 of the Dublin Municipal Code is hereby repealed.
Section 6.
This ordinance shall take effect on July 1, 1999. The California Building Standards Commission published and
adopted the 1997 editions of the Uniform Building Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Mechanical Code,
Uniform Housing Code, Uniform Fire Code, and the 1996 edition of the National Electrical Code (the
California State Building Standards Code or Code) in December 1998 and January 1999. Under Section 18938
ofthe Health and Safety Code, provisions published in the California Building Standards Code pursuant to
Health and Safety Code Section 17922 apply to all occupancies throughout the state and become effective one
hundred and eighty days after publication by the California Building Standards Commission (the Commission),
or at a later date established by the Commission. In accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 17958.5,
if a city has amended the Code, the amendments also take effect one hundred and eighty days after publication
of the Code by the Commission. The Commission has established that the Code will take effect July 1, 1999.
The portions of the Code adopted by reference in this Ordinance are amended in accordance with Health and
Safety Code Section 17958.5 based on findings of the City of Dublin in Resolution No._. The City Clerk of
the City of Dublin shall cause this Ordinance to be posted in at least three (3) public places in the City of Dublin
in accordance with Government Code Section 36933.
.SSED AND ADOPTED BY the City Council of the City of Dublin on this _ day of
1999, by the following votes:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
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Attachment 9
Sections:
7.32.010
7.32.020
7.32.030
7.32.040
7.32.050
7.32.060
7.32.070
7.32.080
7.32.090
7.32.100
7.32.110
7.32.120
7.32.130
7.32.140
7.32.150
7.32.160
7.32.170
7.32.180
7.32.190
7.32.200
7.32.210
7.32.220
7.32.230
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Chapter 7.32
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1997 UNIFORM BUILDING CODE
Title.
Purpose.
Adoption.
Scope.
Exceptions.
Additions, alterations and repairs-Generally.
Additions, alterations and repairs-Code compliance.
Alterations and repairs-Apartment house, hotels and dwellings.
Additions-Apartment house, hotels and dwellings.
Repair of roof covering.
Chapter 1, Administration- Deleted.
Section 504.6, Chapter 5, Area separation walls-Amended.
Section 505.4, Chapter 5, Yard restriction-Added.
Sections 904.2.3, 904.2.3.9, 904.2.4.1.1, 904.2.5, 904.2.8, 904.2.9.1,
904.2.12, Chapter 9, Automatic fire extinguishing systems-Amended.
Section 1203.3 Exception, Chapter 12, Ventilation, -Deleted.
Section 1503.1, Chapter 15, Special requirements-Amended.
Section 1619. Chapter 16, Part VI, Wind design-Amended.
Table 16-A, Chapter 16, Part VI, Uniform and concentrated loads-
Amended.
Section 2320.11.3, Chapter 23, Bracing, Item 5-Deleted.
Section 2320.11.3, Chapter 23, Bracing, Item 7-Amended.
Section 3208, Chapter 32, Signs-Added.
Section 1010, Appendix Chapter 10, Building security-Amended.
Section 1020, Appendix Chapter 10,Non-Residential Building
security-Added.
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7.32.010 Title.
The Uniform Building Code adopted by Section 7.32.030 and the provisions of this
chapter is the City building code and may be cited as such, and will be referred to in the
Uniform Building Code and in this chapter as "this Code."
7.32.020 Purpose.
The promotion and preservation of the public health, safety and general welfare of the
people of the City and the property situated therein have made necessary the adoption of
the Uniform Building Code referred to in Section 7.32.030 in order to adequately
safeguard life, health, property, and general welfare. The purpose of this code is not to
create or otherwise establish or designate any particular class or groups of persons who
will or should be especially protected or benefited by the terms of this code.
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. 7.32.030 Adoption.
Certain documents, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, being
marked as "Uniform Building Code," 1997 Edition, Volumes 1,2 and 3 including
Appendix Chapters, 3 Division II, 4 Division I, 10, 12 Division II, 15, 18, 31 Division III
and 33 published by the International Conference of Building Officials is adopted by
reference as the building code of the City pursuant to the provision of Sections 50022.1 et
seq. of the Government Code of the State of California except as hereinafter modified in
Sections 7.32.110 through 7.32.230 this chapter.
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7.32.040 Scope.
A. The provisions of this code shall apply to the installation, erection, construction,
enlargement, addition to, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion,
occupancy, equipping, use, and maintenance of any building or structure within the City.
B. The permissive provision of this code shall not be presumed to waive any limitations
imposed by any other law, ordinance, rule, or regulation. If two or more pertinent
limitations are not identical, those limitations shall prevail which provide greater safety to
life, health, property, or public welfare.
C. Buildings shall be made accessible to the physically handicapped as required by
Title 24 California Code of Regulation. Whenever there is a conflict between any of the
provisions of this code and Title 24, the provisions of Title 24 shall prevail.
7.32.050 Exceptions.
The provisions of this code shall not apply to:
A. Work located in a public street;
B. Trailer coaches, campers, mobile homes, motor vehicles, railroad cars, and aircraft;
however, if any of the foregoing are permanently placed on the ground or have their
wheels removed for other than temporary repairs, they shall comply with all of the
provisions of this code;
C. Houseboats or other watercraft; however, if any of the forgoing are stored out of the
water and are used for any purpose whatsoever, they shall comply with all of the
provisions of this chapter;
D. Towers or poles supporting communication lines or power transmission lines;
E. Dams, flood control and drainage structures;
F. Portable amusement devices and structures, including merry-go-rounds, ferris
wheels, rotating conveyances, slides, similar devices, and portable accessory structures
whose use is necessary for the operation of such amusement devices and structures but
not including any storage building or detached structure which is not an integral part of
the device.
7.32.060 Additions, alterations and repairs-Generally.
Buildings or structures to which additions, alterations, or repairs are made shall comply
with all the requirements of this code for new buildings or structures except as
specifically provided for in this section and Section 7.32.070 through 7.32.100.
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7.32.070 Additions, alterations and repairs-Code compliance. .
Additions, alterations or repairs may be made to any building or structure without
requiring the existing building or structure to comply with all the requirements of this
code, provided the addition, alteration or repair conforms to that required for a new
building or structure. Additions or alterations shall not be made to an existing building or
structure which will cause the existing building or structure to be in violation of any of
the provisions of this code nor shall such additions or alterations cause the existing
building or structure to become unsafe. An unsafe condition shall be deemed to have
been created if an addition or alteration will cause the existing building or structure to
become structurally unsafe or overloaded; will not provide adequate egress in compliance
with the provisions ofthis code or will obstruct existing exits; will create a fire hazard;
will reduce required fire resistance or will otherwise create conditions dangerous to
human life. Any building so altered, which involves a change in use or occupancy, shall
not exceed the height, number of stories and area permitted for new buildings. Any
building plus new additions shall not exceed the height, number of stories and area
specified for new buildings. Additions or alterations shall not be made to an existing
building or structure when such existing building or structure is not in full compliance
with the provision of this code.
7.32.080 Alterations and repairs-Apartment houses, hotels and dwellings.
A. The provisions of Section 7.32.070 shall not prohibit the alteration or repair of any
legally established existing apartment house, hotel, dwelling or structure accessory .
thereto which retains, replaces or extends the use of the original materials or continued
use of original methods of construction provided such alteration or repair does not create
or continue a dangerous building as defined in Section 7.28.050, a substandard building
as defined in Section 1001 of the Uniform Housing Code. However, such alteration or
repair shall not reduce any required fire resistance below that specified by this code,
reduce the resistance to lateral forces below that specified by this code, or increase the
stress or deflection of any member so as to exceed that specified by this code.
B. The provisions of Section 7.32.070 pertaining to additions shall not require any
legally existing apartment house, hotel, dwelling, or structure accessory thereto to be
made to conform to the provisions of this code solely because of the construction of the
addition. However, this section shall not be constructed to permit the addition to increase
the stress or deflection of any existing member so as to exceed that specified by the
building code. Whenever an addition increases the number of occupants which must exit
through the existing building all of the exit facilities serving the increased number of
occupants shall comply with the provisions of this code. Whenever a new dwelling unit is
created either by new construction, or by an alteration to an existing building, separate
gas and electrical meters shall be provided.
7.32.090 Additions-Apartment houses, hotels and dwellings.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7.28.120, whenever alterations, repairs, or
additions requiring a permit and having a valuation in excess of one thousand dollars
($1,000) occur, or one (1) or more sleeping rooms are added or created in existing Group .
R, Division 3 Occupancies, the entire building shall be provided with smoke detectors
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located as required for new Group R, Division 3 Occupancies. Further more spark
arrestors shall be installed on all chimneys connected to solid burning fuel-burning
appliances.
7.32.100 Repair of roof covering.
Roof coverings may be repaired or replaced with materials as set forth in Section
7.32.160.
7.32.110 Chapter 1, Administration-Deleted.
Chapter 1, is deleted.
7.32.120 Section 504.6, Chapter 5, Area separation walls-Amended.
Section 504.6 is amended by adding a new subsection 504.6.8 to read:
504.6.8 Area separation walls shall not be considered to create separate
buildings for the purpose of automatic fire-sprinkler system requirements as set
forth in Chapter 9.
Exception: Buildings separated by continuous area separation walls of four-
hour fire-resistive construction without openings. Buildings required to have
automatic fire-sprinkler protection as set forth in Section 13113 of the Health and
Safety Code are prohibited from using area separation walls in lieu of automatic
fire-sprinkler protection.
7.32.130 Section 505.4, Chapter 5, Yard restriction-Added.
A new Section 505.4 is added to read:
505.4 Yard Restriction. The increase in area permitted by Sections 505.1 and
505.2 of this Section shall not be allowed unless or until the owner of the required
yard shall file an agreement binding such owner, his heirs, and assignees, to set
aside the required yard as unobstructed space having no improvements. Such
agreement shall be recorded in the Alameda County Recorder's Office.
7.32.140 Sections 904.2.3, 904.2.3.9, 904.2.4.1.1, 904.2.5, 904.2.8, 904.2.9.1,
904.2.12, Chapter 9, Automatic fire extinguishing systems-Amended.
Sections 904.2.3, 904.2.3.9, 904.2.4.1.1, 904.2.5, 904.2.8, 904.2.9.1, 904.2.12 are
amended to read:
904.2.3 Group A Occupancies.
An automatic fire-extinguishing system shall be installed in all Group A
Occupancies (except of Type V construction) where the floor area exceeds 5,000
square feet (465 m2) and in all basements floor area exceeds 1,500 square feet
(139.4 m2). Group A occupancies that are of Type V construction where the floor
area exceeds 3,000 square feet (279 m2).
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904.2.3.9 Group B Occupancies.
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An automatic fire-extinguishing system shall be installed in Group B
occupancies (except Type V construction) where the floor area exceeds 5,000
square feet (465 m2). An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in Group B,
of Type V construction where the floor area exceeds 3,000 square feet (279 m2).
904.2.4.1.1 An automatic fire-extinguishing system shall be in Group E,
Division 2 and 3 occupancies (except Type V construction) where the floor area
exceeds 5,000 square feet (465 m2). An automatic sprinkler system shall be
installed in Group E, Division 2 and 3 of Type V construction where the floor
area exceeds 3,000 square feet (279 m2).
904.2.5 Group F Occupancies.
An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in all Group F
occupancies (except Type V construction) where the floor area exceeds 5,000
square feet (465 m2) an automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in all Group
F occupancies of Type V construction where the floor area exceeds 3,000 square
feet (279 m2).
904.2.8 Group M and S Occupancies.
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An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in Group M and S
occupancies where the floor area exceeds 5,000 square feet (465 m2) (except Type
V construction). An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in all retail
sales rooms classed as Group M and S occupancies of Type V construction where
the floor area exceeds 3,000 square feet (279 m2).
904.2.9.1 Group R, Division 1 and 3 Occupancies.
An automatic fue-extinguishing system shall be installed where the total area
exceeds 5,000 square feet (465m2).
904.2.12 All Group A, B, E, H, I, R-l & R-3
Occupancies. Automatic fire-extinguishing systems shall be installed in all
Groups A, B, E, H, I, R-1 & R-3 occupancies located more than 1 ~ miles from a
fire station providing fire protection to that location. Said distance shall be
measured in a straight line. For R-3 occupancies the sprinkler system may be a
residential sprinkler system type NFP A 13.
Buildings containing portions which are required to have an automatic fire
extinguishing system because of the number of stories shall have the automatic
fire extinguishing system installed throughout and area separation as set forth in
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Section 504.6 shall not be considered as creating separate buildings for the
purpose of this section.
When the specific use of a building is not known at the time of design and
installation of the automatic fire-extinguishing system the design shall be based
upon Ordinary Hazard Group 2 as set forth in UBC Standard 9-1.
Whenever an addition is made to an existing building automatic fire-
extinguishing systems shall be installed if the existing building plus the addition
exceeds the area or height limitations set forth in this section. Whenever the use
of an existing building or portion thereof is changed in any manner so as to
require the installation of an automatic fire-extinguishing system, said system
shall be installed in that portion of the building housing the new use.
7.32.150 Section 1203.3 Exception, Chapter 12, Ventilation,- Deleted.
Section 1203.3 Exception is deleted.
7.32.160 Section 1503.1, Chapter 15, Special requirements-Amended.
Section 1503.1 is amended to read:
1503.1 Special Requirements.
1. Map of Fire Safe Roof Areas. Figure 15-1 * is a map of Fire Safe Roof
areas. Said map may be amended from time to time by including areas which are
annexed to the City within one of the two roofing areas. Said amendments may be
made by the Building Official after consultation, with the Chief of the Fire
Department having jurisdiction.
2. Roofing Area 1. Any new roof and any alteration, repair or replacement for
buildings housing R & U-1 occupancies in Roofmg Area 1 shall use roof covering
material that conforms to Class B or better when tested in accordance with UBC
Standard 15-2, or shall be made of concrete, ferrous or cooper metal, clay, slate or
similar non-combustible material.
3. Roofing Area 2. Any new roof for buildings using roof covering material
that conforms to Class C or better when tested in accordance with UBC Standard
15-2, or shall be made of concrete, ferrous or copper metal, clay, slate or similar
non-combustible material.
4. Other Occupancies. Any new roof covering and any alterations, repairs or
replacement of roof covering material for buildings housing all other occupancies
shall conform to the requirements as set forth in Roofing Area 1.
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7.32.170 Section 1619. Chapter 16, Division III, Wind design-Amended.
Section 1619 is amended to read:
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Section 1619 Exposure.
All portions ofthe City of Dublin have a basic wind speed of70 miles per hour.
All portions shall be exposure "B" except that all portions of the City of Dublin
east ofthe easterly City boundary as it existed on December 23, 1986 and all
portions of the City of Dublin west of the westerly City boundary as it existed on
April 21, 1991 shall be exposure "C".
7.32.180 Table 16-A, Chapter 16, Division I, Uniform and concentrated loads-
Amended.
Table 16-A is amended by adding a new Footnote 10 to read:
10. Bridges for vehicular traffic shall be designed for H20 loading as
designated by the American Association of State Highway Officials.
7.32.190 Section 2320.11.3, Chapter 23, Bracing, Item 5-Deleted.
Section 2320.11.3, Item 5 is deleted.
7.32.200 Section 2320.11.3, Chapter 23, Bracing, Item 7-Amended.
Section 2320.11.3, Item 7 is amended to read:
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Portland cement plaster on studs spaced 16 inches (406 mm) on center
installed in accordance with Table No. 25-1. Limited to single story R-3
and V-I occupancies.
7.32.210 Section 3208, Chapter 32, Signs-Added.
A new Section 3208 is added to read:
Section 3208 Signs. Signs when placed flat against the wall of a
building shall not project beyond the front property line more than 12
inches (305mm).
7.32.220 Section 1010, Appendix Chapter 10, Building security - Amended
Section 1010 is amended to read:
1010 Residential Security Requirements.
Residential building security shall be in accordance with the Uniform Building Security
Code in addition to the following:
(a) Addressing. All dwelling units shall be addressed as follows:
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. (1) Driveways servicing more than 20 individual dwelling units shall have minimum
of 4 inch high identification numbers, noting the range of unit numbers placed at the
entrance to each driveway at a height between 36 and 42 inches above grade. The light
source shall be provided with an uninterruptible AC power source or controlled only by
photoelectric device.
(2) There shall be positioned at each street entrance of a multiple family dwelling
complex having more than one structure, an illuminated diagrammatic representation
(map) of the complex that shows the location of the viewer and the unit designations
within the complex.
(3) No other number may be affixed to a structure that might be mistaken for, or
confused with, the number assigned to the structure.
(4) If the building is adjacent to an alley, the number shall also be placed on or
adjacent to the rear gate accessing the alley.
(5) For multifamily buildings with recessed entryway over 2 feet, an additional
lighted address must be placed at the entryway to the recessed area. If the recessed area
provides access to more than one dwelling unit, the range of units shall be displayed.
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(6) Each principal building shall display the number or letter assigned to that
building on each corner of the building
(b) Landscaping.
(1) Shrubs and ground cover shall not directly cover windows and doorways.
(2) River rock used near parking lots or buildings shall be permanently affixed.
(3) Backyard gates shall be the full height of the wall and capable of being locked.
(4) Open space and buildings shall be arranged to afford visibility and opportunity
for surveillance by on-site users and passers-by.
(5) Barriers, both real and symbolic, shall be designed to afford opportunities for
surveillance through the barrier.
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(6) For residential development, walls shall be a minimum of 6 feet in height when
adjacent to any of the following:
Reverse frontage
Retention/detention areas
Parks
Commercial areas
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Industrial areas
Bike paths
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(c) Lighting, R-1 Occupancy. Lighting of Multifamily or Apartment complexes
shall at a minimum be illuminated as follows:
(1) A site plan shall be provided showing buildings, parking areas, walkways,
detailed landscaping and a point by point photometric calculation of the required light
levels.
(2) All exterior entrances shall be illuminated with a uniformly maintained minimum
level of one foot candles of light between ground level and 6 vertical feet within a
minimum radius of 15 feet from the center of the entrance between sunset and sunrise.
(3) Postal Service "gang boxes" (group postal boxes) shall be illuminated with a
uniformly maintained minimum level of one foot candle of light.
(4) Lighting of all exterior areas shall be designed to maximize surveillance and
reduce conflicts with building design, mature landscaping, and to minimize glare.
(5) Open stairways shall be illuminated with a minimum maintained five-tenths (0.5)
foot-candle oflight in all landings and stair treads during the hours of darkness. Enclosed
stairways and enclosed common corridors shall be illuminated at all times with a .
minimum maintained one-foot candle of light on all landings and stair treads.
(6) Private streets, alleys, and emergency access roads shall be illuminated using the
same standards as established for public thoroughfares.
(7) Aisles, passageways, pedestrian walkways and recessed areas related to and
within a building, a building complex, or providing access to a building or building
complex from a parking lot or right of way shall be illuminated with a minimum
uniformly maintained minimum level of one foot candle of light between ground level
and six vertical feet between sunset and sunrise or other approved methods approved by
the Building Official.
(8) Open parking lots, carports and refuse areas shall be illuminated to a medium
level as specified in the IES Lighting Handbook, 1987 application volume, which is a
minimum level of 1. 0 foot-candle of light at ground level between sunset and sunrise.
All light sources required by this section shall be: (a) controlled by a photocell device or
a time clock that will turn the lights on at dusk and off at dawn and (b) protected by
weather and vandal resistant covers.
(d) Garage Type (Vehicle) Doors. Garage-type doors, which are either rolling
overhead, solid overhead, swinging, sliding, or accordion style doors shall conform to the
following standards;
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. (1) Wood doors shall have panels a minimum of five-sixteenths (5/16) inch in
thickness with the locking hardware being attached to the support framing.
(2)Aluminum doors shall be a minimum thickness of .0215 inches and riveted
together a minimum of 18 inches on center along the outside seams. There shall be a full
width horizontal beam attached to the main door structure which shall meet the pilot, or
pedestrian access, door framing within 3 inches of the strike area of the pilot or
pedestrian access door.
(3) Fiberglass doors shall have panels a minimum density of 6 ounces per square foot
from the bottom of the door to a height of 7 feet. Panels above 7 feet and panels in
residential structures shall have a density not less than 5 ounces per square foot.
(4) Doors utilizing a cylinder lock shall have a lock receiving point at each outer
edge of the door; or, if the door does not exceed 19 feet, a single bolt may be used if
placed in the center of the door with the locking point located either at the floor or door
frame header.
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(5) Doors with slide bolt assemblies shall have frames a minimum of .120 inches of
thickness, with a minimum bolt diameter of one half (1/2) inch and protrude at least one
and one half (1 ~) inches into the receiving guide. A bolt diameter ofthree-eighths (3/8)
inch may be used in a residential building. The slide bolt shall be attached to the door
with non-removable bolts from the outside. Rivets shall not be used to attach slide bolt
assemblies.
(e) Emergency Access
(1) Private roads and parking areas or structures controlled by unmanned mechanical
parking type gates shall provide for police emergency access as follows:
(A) An approved Knoxbox or Knox type key switch is to be mounted on a
control pedestal consisting of a metal post/pipe shall be installed at a height of 42 inches
and a minimum of 15 feet (4.6 m) from the entry/exit gate. It shall be located on the
driver's side of the road or driveway and accessible in such a manner as to not require a
person to exit their vehicle to reach it, nor to require any back-up movements in order to
enter/exit the gate.
(2) All lockable pedestrian gates to residential recreation areas serving 6 or more
dwelling units, and gates or doors to common walkways or hallways of residential
complexes where there are 4 or more dwelling units within the complex, shall provide for
police emergency access utilizing an approved key switch device or approved Knoxbox
which shall be installed as follows:
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(a) Pedestrian gates/doors using an electromagnetic type lock shall install
a key switch within a telephone/intercom console or in a control housing.
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(b) Pedestrian gate doors utilizing mechanical locks shall install a
Knoxbox adjacent to each gate/door, securely attaching it to a fence or
wall.
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(f) Keying requirements
Upon occupancy by the owner or proprietor, each single unit in a tract or commercial
development, constructed under the same general plan, shall have locks using
combinations that are interchange free from locks used in all other separate dwellings,
proprietorships, or similar distinct occupancies.
(g) Laundry rooms or areas: Common area laundry rooms in garden style
multiple-family complexes shall be designed and protected as follows:
(1) Entry doors shall have:
a.
A minimum six hundred (600) square inch clear vision panel in the upper
half of the door, consisting of W' tempered glass.
Automatic, hydraulic door closures.
Self-locking door locks equipped with a dead-locking latch allowing
exiting by a single motion and openable from the inside without the use of
a key or any special knowledge or effort.
Non-removable hinge pins for out-swinging doors to preclude removal of
the door from the exterior by removing the hinge pins.
A latch protector consisting of minimum 0.125-inch-thick steel attached to
the door's exterior by non-removable bolts from the exterior. It shall be
two (2) inches wide and extend a minimum of five inches above and
below the strike opening and extend a minimum of one (1) inch beyond
the edge of the door. It shall have a metal anti-spread pin a minimum of
one-half (112) inch in length.
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(2) The laundry room shall be illuminated at all times with a minimum
maintained~ one-foot candle of light at floor level, using a non-interruptible power
source. There shall be no light switches inside the room that control light fixtures
used to meet this lighting requirement.
(3) Any portion of an openable window which is within eight (8) feet vertically
or six (6) feet horizontally from any accessible surface or any adjoining roof, balcony,
landing, stair tread, platform, or similar surface, or any climbable pole or tree, or any
surface providing a foothold, shall be secured as required by section 1018 Uniform
Building Security Code.
(4) The interior of laundry rooms shall be visible from the exterior along
common walking or driving surfaces. Perimeter windows and interior mirrors may be
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utilized to meet this requirement. Laundry rooms are to be located in high activity
areas with natural surveillance opportunities and not in remote or isolated locations.
(h) Other requirements
(1) Storage Areas. Any exterior storage area attached to a dwelling, apartment or
condominium and enclosed by a door shall comply with this section or have a
minimum 3/8" diameter hardened padlock hasp.
(2) Side Gates. Side gates shall be secured with a slide bolt mounted on the
inside of the gate. The slide bolt shall have a bolt diameter of three-eighths (3/8) inch
and protrude at least one and one-half (1 'l'2) inches into the receiving guide. The slide
bolt shall be attached to the gate with non-removable bolts. Rivets shall not be used to
attach slide bolt assemblies. The slide bolt shall be mounted at a height that is not
accessible by reaching over the gate.
(i) Elevators
Elevators shall be designed as follows:
Elevator cabs, the interiors of which are not completely visible when the door
is open from a point centered on the 36 inches away form the door shall have
shatter resistant mirrors or other equally reflective material so placed as to make
visible the entire elevator cab from this point. The elevator cab shall be
illuminated at all times with a minimum maintained 2 foot candles of light at floor
level.
0) Stairways
Except for private stairways, Stairways shall be designed as follows:
(a) Interior doors shall have glazing panels a minimum of5 inches wide
and 20 inches in height and meet requirements of the Uniform Building
Code.
(b) Areas beneath stairways at or below ground level shall be fully
enclosed or access to them restricted.
(c) Enclosed stairways shall have shatter resistant mirrors or other equally
reflective material at each level and landing and be designed or placed in
such manner as to provide visibility around corners.
7.32.230 Section 1020, Appendix Chapter 10, Non Residential Building
Security Requirements. -Added.
A new Section 1020 is added to read:
1020 Non Residential Building Security.
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(a) Addressing. All non-residential buildings / units shall be addressed as follows:
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(1) Buildings require a minimum of 3-inch high numbers displayed on the building.
(2) Tenant space numbers shall be a minimum size of 3 inches and be located on all
doors. In addition all rear doors or service doors will have the name of the business in 3-
inch high lettering.
(3) There shall be positioned at each street entrance of a npn-residential complex
having more than one structure, an illuminated diagrammatic representation (map) of the
complex that shows the location of the viewer and the unit designations within the
complex.
(4) No other number may be affixed to a structure that might be mistaken for, or
confused with, the number assigned to the structure.
(5) The assigned address, including the suite number, shall be displayed on all
electric meters in accordance with utility company standards.
(6) If the building is adjacent to an alley, the number shall also be placed on or
adjacent to the rear gate accessing the alley.
(7) Buildings with recessed entryway over 2 feet, an additional light must be placed
at the entryway to the recessed area. If the recessed area provides access to more than
one tenant space the range of units shall be displayed.
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(8) Where more than 1 building is accessed by a common street entrance or there are
multiple buildings on the same lot, each principal building shall display the number or
letter assigned to that building on each corner of the building, as determined by the
Building Official.
(b) Landscaping.
(1) Shrubs and ground cover shall not directly cover windows and doorways.
(2) River rock used near parking lots or commercial buildings shall be permanently
affixed.
(3) Open space and buildings shall be arranged to afford visibility and opportunity
for surveillance by on-site users and passers-by.
(4) Barriers, both real and symbolic, shall be designed to afford opportunities for
surveillance through the barrier.
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(c) Lighting. Lighting of non-residential buildings shall at a minimum be
illuminated as follows:
(1) A site plan shall be provided showing buildings, parking areas, walkways,
detailed landscaping and a point by point photometric calculation of the required light
levels.
(2) All exterior entrances shall be illuminated with a uniformly maintained minimum
level of one foot candles of light between ground level and 6 vertical feet within a
minimum radius of 15 feet from the center of the entrance between sunset and sunrise.
(3) All light switches in public rest rooms or identified for general public use shall be
of the style that cannot be turned off or on by users other than staff.
(4) Lighting of all exterior areas shall be designed to maximize surveillance and
reduce conflicts with building design, mature landscaping, and to minimize glare.
(5) Open stairways shall be illuminated with a minimum maintained five-tenths (0.5)
foot-candle of light in all landings and stair treads during the hours of darkness. Enclosed
stairways and enclosed common corridors shall be illuminated at all times with a
minimum maintained one-foot candle of light on all landings and stair treads.
(6) Private streets, alleys, and emergency access roads shall be illuminated using the
same standards as established for public thoroughfares.
(7) Aisles, passageways, pedestrian walkways and recessed areas related to and
within a building, a building complex, or providing access to a building or building
complex from a parking lot or right of way shall be illuminated with a minimum
uniformly maintained minimum level of one foot candle of light between ground level
and six vertical feet between sunset and sunrise.
(8) Open parking lots, carports and refuse areas shall be illuminated to a medium
level as specified in the IES Lighting Handbook, 1987 application volume, which is a
minimum level of 1.0 foot-candle oflight at ground level between sunset and sunrise.
(9) Covered parking lots or covered portions of parking lots shall be illuminated with
a uniformly maintained minimum level of one foot candle of light between ground level
and 6 vertical feet between sunset and sunrise.
(10) Parking structures or enclosed or partially enclosed parking lots shall be
illuminated with a uniformly maintained minimum level of two foot candles of light
between ground level and 6 vertical feet between sunrise and sunset (daylight hours).
All light sources required by this section shall be: (a) controlled by a photocell device or
a time clock that will turn the lights on at dusk and off at dawn and (b) protected by
weather and vandal resistant covers.
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(d) Garage Type (Vehicle) Doors. Garage-type doors, which are either rolling
overhead, solid overhead, swinging, sliding, or accordion style doors shall conform to the
following standards;
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(1) Wood doors shall have panels a minimum offive-sixteenths (5/16) inch in
thickness with the locking hardware being attached to the support framing.
(2)Aluminum doors shall be a minimum thickness of .0215 inches and riveted
together a minimum of 18 inches on center along the outside seams. There shall be a full
width horizontal beam attached to the main door structure which shall meet the pilot, or
pedestrian access, door framing within 3 inches of the strike area of the pilot or
pedestrian access door.
(3) Fiberglass doors shall have panels a minimum density of 6 ounces per square foot
from the bottom of the door to a height of 7 feet. Panels above 7 feet and panels in
residential structures shall have a density not less than 5 ounces per square foot.
(4) Doors utilizing a cylinder lock shall have a lock receiving point at each outer
edge of the door; or, of the door does not exceed 19 feet, a single bolt may be used if
placed in the center of the door with the locking point located either at the floor or door
frame header.
(5) Doors with slide bolt assemblies shall have frames a minimum of .120 inches of
thickness, with a minimum bolt diameter of one half (1/2) inch and protrude at least one
and one half (1 ~) inches into the receiving guide. A bolt diameter of three-eighths (3/8)
inch may be used in a residential building. The slide bolt shall be attached to the door
with non-removable bolts from the outside. Rivets shall not be used to attach slide bolt
assemblies.
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(6) Padlocks used with exterior mounted slide bolts shall have a hardened steel
shackle locking at both heel and toe and a minimum five pin tumbler operation with non-
removable key when in an unlocked position. Padlocks used with interior mounted slide
bolts shall have a hardened steel shackle with a minimum 4-pin tumbler operation.
( e) Emergency Access
(1) Private roads and parking areas or structures controlled by unmanned mechanical
parking type gates shall provide for police emergency access as follows:
(A) An approved Knoxbox or Knox type key switch is to be mounted on a
control pedestal consisting of a metal post/pipe shall be installed at a height of 42
inches and a minimum of 15 feet (4.6 m) from the entry/exit gate. It shall be located
on the driver's side of the road or driveway and accessible in such a manner as to not
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require a person to exit their vehicle to reach it, nor to require any back-up
movements in order to enter/exit the gate.
(2) Non-residential multi-tenant buildings utilizing electronic access control systems
on the main entry doors, and enclosed retail shopping centers shall provide police
emergency access utilizing an approved key switch device or approved Knoxbox which
shall be installed as follows:
(a) All doors using an electromagnetic type of lock shall install a key
switch device within the building's exterior telephone/intercom console or in a
control housing consisting of a heavy gauge metal, vandal and weather resistant
square or rectangular housing which shall be installed on the top of the control
pedestal. An approved Knoxbox or Knox type key switch is to be mounted on the
side facing the roadway located within close proximity and in a visible area near
the door.
(b) Exterior main entry doors of an enclosed shopping center utilizing
mechanical door locks shall install a key vault within close proximity and in a
visible area near the door.
(f) Keying requirements
Upon occupancy by the owner or proprietor, each single unit in a commercial
development, constructed under the same general plan, shall have locks using
combinations that are interchange free from locks used in all other separate
proprietorships, or similar distinct occupancies.
(g) Exterior Openings. Exterior opening in non-residential buildings shall be as
follows:
(1) Swinging exterior wood and steel doors shall be equipped as follows:
(a) A single or double door shall be equipped with a double or single cylinder
deadbolt. The bolt shall have a minimum projection of one (1) inch and be
constructed so as to repel cutting tool attack. The deadbolt shall have an
embedment of at least three-fourths (3/4) inch into the strike receiving the
projected bolt. The cylinder shall have a cylinder guard, a minimum of five pin
tumblers and shall be connected to the inner portion of the lock by connecting
screws of at least one-fourth (114) inch in diameter. The provisions of the
preceding paragraph do not apply where: (a) panic hardware is required, or (b) an
equivalent device is approved by the authority having jurisdiction.
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(2) Double doors shall be equipped as follows:
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(a) The inactive leaf of double door(s) shall be equipped with metal flush bolts
have a minimum embedment of five-eighths (5/8) inch into the head and threshold
of the doorframe.
(b) Double doors shall have an astragal constructed of steel a minimum of .125
inch thick, which will cover the opening between the doors. The astragal shall be
a minimum of two (2) inches wide and extend a minimum of one (1) inch beyond
the edge of the door to which it is attached. The astragal shall be attached to the
outside of the active door by means of welding or with non-removable bolts
spaced apart on not more than ten (10) inch centers. (The door to which such an
astragal is attached must be determined by the fire safety codes adopted by the
enforcing authority.)
(3) Aluminum frame swinging doors shall be equipped as follows:
(a) The jamb on all aluminum frame swinging doors shall be so
constructed or protected to withstand 1,600 pounds of pressure in both a vertical
distance of three (3) inches and a horizontal distance of one (1) inch each side of
the strike, so as to prevent violation of the strike.
(b) A single or double door shall be equipped with a double cylinder
deadbolt with a bolt projection exceeding one (1) inch, or a hook shaped or
expanding dog bolt that engages the strike sufficiently to prevent spreading. The
deadbolt lock shall have a minimum of five pin tumblers and a cylinder guard.
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(4) Panic hardware, whenever required by the Uniform Building Code or Title
19, California Administration Code, shall be installed as follows;
(a) Panic hardware shall contain a minimum of two (2) locking points on
each door; or
(b) On single doors, panic hardware may have one locking point, which is
not to be located at either the top or bottom frame. The door shall have an
astragal constructed of steel .125 inch thick, which shall be attached with non-
removable to the outside of the door. The astragal shall extend a minimum of six
(6) inches vertically above and below the latch of the panic hardware. The
astragal shall be a minimum of two (2) inches wide and extend a minimum of one
(1) inch beyond the edge of the door to which it is attached.
(c) Double doors containing panic hardware shall have an astragal
attached to the doors at their meeting point, which will close the opening between
them, but not interfere with the operation of either door. (Fire Department
approval may be desired here).
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(5) Horizontal sliding doors shall be equipped with a metal guide track at top and
bottom and a cylinder lock and/or padlock with a hardened steel shackle which
locks at both heel and toe, and a minimum five pin tumbler operation with non-
removable key when in an unlocked position. The bottom track shall be so
designed that the door cannot be lifted from the track when the door is in a locked
position.
(6) In office buildings (multiple occupancy), all entrance doors to individual
office suites shall meet the construction and locking requirements for exterior
doors.
(7) Windows shall be deemed accessible ifless than twelve (12) feet above the
ground. Accessible windows having a pane exceeding ninety-six (96) square
inches in an area with the smallest dimension exceeding six (6) inches and not
visible from a public or private thoroughfare shall be protected with burglary
resistant glazing or other approved methods as determined by the Building
Official.
(8) Side or rear window of the type that can be opened shall, where applicable, be
secured on the inside with either a slide bar, bolt, crossbar, auxiliary locking
device, and/or padlock with a hardened steel shackle, a minimum four pin tumbler
operation.
(9) The protective bars or grills shall not interfere with the operation of opening
windows if such windows are required to be openable by the Uniform Building
Code.
(10) All exterior transoms exceeding ninety-six (96) square inches on the side
and rear of any building or premises used for business purposes shall be protected
with burglary resistant glazing or other approved methods as determined by the
Building Official.
(11) Roof openings shall be equipped as follows:
(a) All skylights on the roof of any building or premises used by business
purposes shall be provided with:
(1) Rated burglary resistant glazing; or
(2) Iron bars of at least one-half (112) inch round or one by one-
fourth (1 x ~) inch flat steel material under the skylight and
securely fastened; or
(3) Steel grills of at least one-eighth (1/8) inch material with a
maximum two (2) inches mesh under the skylight and securely
fastened.
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(12) All hatchway openings on the roof of any building or premises used for
business purposes shall be secured as follows:
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(a) If the hatchway is of wooden material, it shall be covered on the inside
with at least sixteen (16) U.S. gauge sheet metal, or its equivalent,
attached with screws.
(b) The hatchway shall be secured from the inside with a slide bar or slide
bolts. (Fire Department approval may be desired.)
(c) Outside hinges on all hatchway openings shall be provided with non-
removable pins when using pin-type hinges.
(13) All air duct or air vent openings exceeding ninety-six (96) square inches on
the roof or exterior walls of any building or premises used for business purposes
shall be secured by covering the same with either of the following:
(a) Iron bars of at least one-half (112) inch round or one by one-fourth (1 x
1/4) inch flat steel material spaced no more than five (5) inches apart and
securely fastened; or
(b) Iron or steel grills of at least one-eighth (118) inch material with a
maximum two (2) inch mesh and securely fastened.
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(c) If the barrier is on the outside, it shall be secured with bolts which are
non-removable from the exterior.
(d) The above must not interfere with venting requirements creating a
potentially hazardous condition to health and safety or conflict with the
provisions of the Uniform Building Code or Title 19, California
Administrative Code.
(14) Exterior roof ladders shall not be permitted.
(15) There shall be no exterior electrical or phone panels.
(16) Separation walls for individual tenant spaces housed within a common
structure shall be solid and continuous from the structure's foundation to roof.
(17) Intrusion Devices.
(a) If the enforcing authority determines that the security measures and
locking devices described in this chapter do not adequately secure the
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building, due to special conditions, he/she may require the installation and
maintenance of an intrusion device (burglar alarm system).
(h) Parking structures.
(I) Parking structures shall be designed to restrict unauthorized access.
(2) Outside stairwells shall be open and not obstructed from view
(3) Security telephones with monitoring capability shall be located on every level
adjacent to pedestrian ingress/egress points. Ifpedestrian ingress/egress points are more
than 200 feet but less than 300 feet apart, additional security telephones shall be located
at the midpoint between pedestrian ingress/egress points. If pedestrian ingress/egress
points are more than 300 feet apart, security telephones will be located at 100 intervals.
Security telephones shall be visible from all vehicular and pedestrian ingress/egress
points and identified with appropriate signage.
(4) Blind corners shall be provided with shatterproof convex mirrors to improve
visibility for both operators of vehicles and pedestrians.
(i) Elevators
Elevators shall be designed as follows:
(a)Elevator cabs, the interiors of which are not completely visible when the
door is open from a point centered on the 36 inches away form the door shall have
shatter resistant mirrors or other equally reflective material so placed as to make
visible the entire elevator cab from this point. The elevator cab shall be
illuminated at all times with a minimum maintained 2 foot candles of light at floor
level.
0) Stairways
Except for private stairways, Stairways shall be designed as follows:
(a) Interior doors shall have glazing panels a minimum of 5 inches wide
and 20 inches in height and meet requirements of the Uniform Building
Code.
(b) Areas beneath stairways at or below ground level shall be fully
enclosed or access to them restricted.
(c) Enclosed stairways shall have shatter resistant mirrors or other equally
reflective material at each level and landing and be designed or placed in
such manner as to provide visibility around corners.
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Option 1
No regulations on the installation of solid fuel burning fireplace.
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Option 2
Regulations on the installation of woodburning fireplace to meet recommendations of
Bay Area Air Quality Management district
7.32.205 Section 3101.1, Chapter 31,Prohibited Installations-Added
A new Section 3101.1 is added to read:
It shall be unlawful to install a woodburning fireplace or appliance that is not one
of the following:
1) Pellet-fueled wood heater,
2) EPA certified wood heater,
3) Fireplace certified by EP A (Should EP A develop a fireplace
certification program.)
Option 3
Solid Fuel Burning Fireplaces and Appliance Prohibited completely.
7.32.205 Section 3101.1, Chapter 31, Prohibited Installations-Added
A new Section 3101.1 is added to read:
It shall be unlawful to install a solid fuel burning fireplace or appliance.
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Chapter 7.36
1996 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
Sections:
7.36.010
7.36.020
7.36.030
7.36.040
7.36.050
7.36.060
7.36.070
7.36.080
7.36.090
Title.
Purpose.
Adoption.
Scope.
Exceptions.
Additions, alterations and repairs.
Fire alarms.
Section 210-53, Office receptacle outlets-Added.
Article 336-4-Amended.
7.36.010 Title.
The National Electrical Code adopted by Sections 7.36.030 and the provisions ofthis
chapter is the City electrical code and may be cited as such and will be referred to in the
National Electrical Code and in this chapter as "this code.
7.36.020 Purpose.
A. The promotion and preservation of the public health, safety, and general welfare of
the people of the City and the property situated therein have made necessary the adoption
of the National Electrical Code referred to in Section 7.36.030 in order to adequately
safeguard life, health, property, and general welfare.
B. The purpose of this code is not to create or otherwise establish or designate any
particular class or groups of persons who will or should be especially protected or
benefited by the terms of this code.
7.36.030 Adoption.
The "National Electrical Code 1996," published by the National Fire Protection
Association, a copy of which is filed in the office of the City Clerk, is adopted by
reference as the electrical code for the City pursuant to the provisions of Section 50022.1
et seq. of the Government Code of the State of California, except as hereinafter modified
in Sections 7.36.070 and 7.36.090 of this chapter.
7.36.040 Scope.
A. The provisions of this code shall apply to the installation, erection, construction,
enlargement, addition to, alteration, repair, moving, removal demolition, conversion, use,
and maintenance of any electrical wiring, appliances, devices, equipment, and
apparatuses used for or in connection with the transmission or use of electrical energy for
light, heat, power, radio, signaling communication or for other purpose in any building,
structure, or premises within the City.
B. The permissive provisions of this code shall not be presumed to waive any
limitations imposed by any other law, ordinance, rule, or regulation. If two (2) or more
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pertinent limitations shall prevail which provide greater safety to life, health, property or
public welfare.
C. Electrical appliances and equipment shall be made accessible to the physically
handicapped. Whenever there is a conflict between the provisions of this code and Title
24 California Code of Regulation, the provisions of Title 24 shall prevail.
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7.36.050 Exceptions.
The provisions of this code shall not apply to:
A. Work located in a public street;
B. Electrical installations within trailer coaches, campers, motor vehicles, railroad cars
and aircraft; however, if any ofthe foregoing are permanently placed on the ground or
have their wheels removed for other than temporary repairs, they shall comply with all
the provisions of the electrical code;
C. Electrical installations within houseboats or other watercrafts; however, if any of the
foregoing are stored out of the water and used for any purpose whatsoever, they shall
comply with all the provisions of the electrical code;
D. Electrical installations owned or operated by a public utility for the use of such
utility in the generation, transmission, distribution or metering of electrical energy;
E. Radio and television receiving equipment, amateur radio transmitting and receiving
equipment, and community antenna television systems.
7.36.060 Additions, alterations and repairs.
A. All work done in connection with an addition to an existing electrical installation
shall conform to the applicable provisions of this code. In addition, any portion of an
existing electrical installation which would become overloaded or have its capaCity
exceeded as determined by the standards in this code for new installation as a result of the
addition shall be made to conform to the applicable provisions of this code.
B. Alterations, repairs to, or replacement of equipment in any existing electrical
installation shall conform to the applicable provisions of this code except that the
Building Official may allow deviations from the provisions of this code, provided the
deviations are necessary due to the circumstances of the existing conditions; the existing
condition was permitted by a previous Code; and such deviation does not create or
continue a hazard to life, health, and property.
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7.36.070 Fire alarms.
All fire alarm systems shall conform to the requirements of Title 24, California
Administrative Code, Article 3-760.
7.36.080 Section 210-53, Office receptacle outlets-Added.
Section 210-53 is added to read:
Section 210-53 Office Receptacle Outlets. In office buildings or offices
exceeding ten (10) percent of the floor area of the major use receptacle outlets shall be
installed in all permanent walls or partitions so that no point along the floor line any wall
space is more than six (6) feet (1.83m) measured horizontally, from an outlet in that
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space including any wall space two (2) feet (610 mm) or more in width and the wall
space occupied by sliding panels in exterior walls.
As used in the section a "wall space" shall be considered a wall unbroken along
the floor line by doorways, fireplaces and similar openings. Each wall space two (2) or
more feet (610 mm) wide shall be treated individually and separately from other wall
spaces within the room. A wall space shall be permitted to include two or more walls of a
room (around corners) where unbroken at the floor line.
Receptacle outlets shall, insofar as practicable be spaced equal distances apart.
Receptacle outlets in floors shall not be counted as part of the required number of
receptacle outlets unless located near the wall.
The receptacle outlets required by the section shall be in addition to any
receptacle that is part of any lighting fixture or appliance, located within cabinets or
cupboards, or located over five and one-half (5 ~) feet (1.68 m) above the floor.
7.36.090 Article 336-4-Amended.
Article 336-4 is amended by replacing it with the following:
(a) Type NM, NMC or NMS. Types NM, NMC and NMS cables shall not be
used (1) in any dwelling or structure exceeding three floors above grade; (2) as service-
entrance cable; (3) embedded in poured concrete; or (4) in any non-residential
occupancy, For the purpose of this article, the first floor of a building shall be that floor
that has 50 percent or more of the exterior wall surface area level with or above finished
grade. One additional level that is the first level and not designed for human habitation
and used only for vehicle parking, storage or similar use shall be permitted.
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Sections:
7.40.010
7.40.020
7.40.030
7.40.040
7.40.050
7.40.060
7.40.070
7.40.080
7.40.090
7.40.100
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1997 UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE
Title.
Purpose.
Adoption.
Scope.
Exceptions.
Additions, alterations and repairs.
Section 609.3, Chapter 6, Water piping in slab floors-Amended.
Sections 701.1, Chapter 7, Materials-Amended.
Sections 903.1, Chapter 9, Materials-Amended.
Section 1101.3. Chapter 11, Materials-Amended.
7.40.010 Title.
The Uniform Plumbing Code adopted by Section 7.40.030 and the provisions of this chapter is
the City plumbing code and may be cited as such and will be referred to in the Uniform
Plumbing Code and in this chapter as" this code".
7.40.020 Purpose .
A. The promotion and preservation of the pubic health, safety and general welfare of the
people of the City and the property situated therein have made necessary the adoption of the
Uniform Plumbing Code referred to in Section 7.40.030 in order to adequately safeguard life,
health, property, and general welfare.
B. The purpose of this code is not to create or otherwise establish or designate any particular
class or groups of persons who will or should be especially protected or benefited by the terms of
this code.
7.40.030 Adoption.
The "Uniform Plumbing Code," 1997 Edition, published by the International Association of
Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, including Appendix Chapters A, B, D, E, H, I, and K, a
copy of which is filed in the office of the City Clerk is adopted by reference as the plumbing
code for the City pursuant to the provision of Section 50022.1 es seq. of the Government Code of
the State of California except as hereinafter modified in Sections 7.40.060 through 7.40.100 of
this chapter.
7.40.040 Scope.
A. The provisions of this code shall apply to the installation, erection, construction,
enlargement, addition to, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion, use, and
maintenance of any plumbing installation, gas or drainage piping installation or any fixture or
water heating or treating equipment in any building, structure, or premises within the City.
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B. The permissive provisions of this code shall not be presumed to waive any limitations
imposed by any other law, ordinance, rule, or regulation. If two (2) or more pertinent limitations
shall prevail which provide greater safety to life, health, property, or public welfare.
C. Plumbing fixtures and equipment shall be made accessible to the physically handicapped.
Whenever there is a conflict between the provisions of Title 24, California Code of Regulations,
and this code, the provision to Title 24 shall prevail.
7.40.050 Exceptions.
The provisions of the plumbing code shall not apply to:
A. Work located in a public street:
B. Plumbing systems within trailer coaches, campers, motor vehicles, railroad cars and aircraft:
however, if any of the foregoing are permanently placed on the ground or have their wheels
removed for other than temporary repairs, they shall comply with all the provisions of the
plumbing code:
C. Plumbing systems within houseboats or other watercraft; however, if any of the forgoing are
stored out of water and used for any purpose whatsoever, they shall comply with all the
provisions of the plumbing code:
D. Building sewers as defined in Chapter 2 of the Uniform Plumbing Code located within the
boundaries of a sanitary district and such district has regulations for building sewers and such
regulations are in force;
E. Sewage treatment and collection facilities of a sanitary district;
F. Water treatment, storage, transmission and distribution facilities of a water district or water
company regulated by the Public Utilities Commission:
G. Gas storage, transmission and distribution facilities owned by a public utility:
H. Wells and water supply systems for irrigation and watering livestock provided such water is
not used for human consumption.
7.40.060 Additions, alterations and repairs.
A. All work done in connection with an addition to an existing plumbing installation shall
conform to the applicable provisions of this code. In additions, any portion of an existing
plumbing installation which would become overloaded or have its capaCity exceeded as
determined by the standards in this code for new installation as a result of the addition shall be
made to conform to the applicable provision of this code.
B. Alterations, repairs to, or replacement of equipment in any existing plumbing installation
shall conform to the applicable provisions of this code except that the Building Official may
allow deviations from the provisions of this code, provided the deviations are necessary due to
the circumstance of the permitted by a previous code; and such deviation does nor create or
continue a hazard to life, health and property.
7.40.070 Section 609.3, Chapter 6, Water piping in slab floors-Amended.
Section 609.3, first paragraph, is amended by replacing it to read:
Section 609.3 Water piping shall not be installed in or under a concrete floor slab within a
building without prior approval of the Building Official. When approved; such piping shall be
installed in accordance with the following requirements:
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7.40.080 Section 701.1, Chapter 7, Materials-Amended.
Section 701.1 is amended by replacing subsection 701.1.2 to read:
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701.1.2 ABS and PVC DWV piping installations shall be limited to residential construction not
exceeding two (2) stories in height and to relocatable public school buildings. For the purpose of
this subsections, the first floor of a building shall be that floor that has fifty (50) percent or more
of the exterior wall surface area level with or above finished grade. One additional level that is
the first level and not designed for human habitation and used only for vehicle parking, storage
or similar use shall be permitted.
7.40.090 Section 903.1, Chapter 9, Materials-Amended.
Section 903.1is amended by replacing subsection 903.1.2 to read:
903.1.2 ABS and PVC DWV piping installations shall be limited to residential construction not
exceeding two (2) stories in height and to relocatable public school buildings. For the purpose of
this subsections, the first floor of a building shall be that floor that has fifty (50) percent or more
of the exterior wall surface area level with or above finished grade. One additional level that is
the first level and not designed for human habitation and used only for vehicle parking, storage
or similar use shall be permitted.
7.40.100 Section 1101.3. Chapter 11, Materials -Amended.
Section 1101.3 is amended by replacing subsection 1101.3 to read:
1101.3.1 Material Uses. Rainwater piping placed within the interior of a building or run within .
a vent or shaft shall be of cast iron, galvanized steel, wrought iron, brass, copper, lead, Schedule
40 ABS DWV, Schedule 40 PVC DWV, or other approved materials. Change in direction shall
conform to the requirements of Section 706.0. ABS and PVC DWV piping installations shall be
limited to residential construction not exceeding two (2) stories in height and to relocatable
public school buildings. For the purpose of this subsection, the first floor of a building shall be
that floor that has fifty (50) percent or more of the exterior wall surface area level with or above
finished grade. One additional level that is the first level and not designed for human habitation
and used only for vehicle parking, storage or similar use shall be permitted.
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Chapter 7.44
1997 UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE
Sections:
7.44.010
7.44.020
7.44.030
7.44.040
7.44.050
7.44.060
7.44.070
Title.
Purpose.
Adoption.
Scope.
Exceptions.
Additions, alterations and repairs.
Chapter 1, Administration-Deleted.
7.44.010 Title
Uniform Mechanical Code adopted by Section 7.44.030 and the provisions of this
chapter is the City mechanical code and may be cited as such and will be referred to in
the Uniform Mechanical Code and in this chapter as "this code."
7.48.020 Purpose.
A. The promotion and preservation of the public health, safety and general welfare of
the people of the City and the property situated therein have made necessary the adoption
of the Uniform Mechanical Code referred to in Section 7.44.030 in order to adequately
safeguard life, health, property, and general welfare.
B. The purpose of this code is not to create or otherwise establish or designate any
particular class or group of persons who will or should be especially protected or
benefited by the terms of this code.
7.48.030 Adoption.
The "Uniform Mechanical Code," 1997 Edition, published by the International
Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials and the International Conference of
Building Officials, including Appendix chapters A, B, C and D, a copy of which is filed
in the office of the City Clerk, is adopted by reference as the mechanical code for the City
pursuant to the provisions of Section 50022.1 et seq. of the Government Code of the State
of California except as hereinafter modified in Section 7.44.070 ofthis chapter.
7.48.040 Scope.
A The Provisions of this code shall apply to the installation, erection, construction,
enlargement, addition to, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, replacement,
conversion, use, and maintenance of any heating, ventilating, comfort cooling,
refrigeration systems, incinerators or other heat producing appliances, in any building,
structure, or premises within the City.
B. The permissive provisions of this code shall not be presumed to waive any
limitations imposed by any other law, ordinance, rule or regulation. If two (2) or more
pertinent limitations shall prevail which provide greater safety to life, health, property or
public welfare.
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C. Mechanical appliances and equipment shall be made accessible to the physically
handicapped as required by Title 24 California Code of Regulations. Whenever there is a
conflict in the provisions of Title 24 shall prevail.
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7.44.050 Exceptions
The provisions of the mechanical code shall not apply to:
A. Work located in a public street;
B. Heating, ventilation, comfort cooling, refrigeration systems, incinerators or other
heating or cooling appliances within trailer coaches, campers, mobile homes, motor
vehicles and airplanes: however, if any of the foregoing are permanently placed on the
ground or have their wheels removed for other than temporary repairs, they shall comply
with all the provisions of this code;
C. Heating, ventilating, comport cooling, refrigeration systems, incinerators or other
heating or cooling appliances within houseboats or other watercraft: however, if any of
the foregoing are stored out of water and used for any purpose whatsoever, they shall
comply with all the provisions of this code.
7.44.060 Additions, alterations and repairs.
A. All work done in connection with an addition to an existing mechanical installation
shall conform to the applicable provisions of this code. In addition, any portion of an
existing mechanical installation which would become overloaded or have its capaCity
exceeded as determined by the standards in this code for new installations as a result of
the addition shall be made to conform to the applicable provisions of this code.
B. Alterations, repairs to, or replacement of equipment in any existing mechanical
installation shall conform to the applicable provisions of this code except that the
Building Official may allow deviations from the provisions of this code, provided the
deviations are necessary due to the circumstance of the existing condition; the existing
condition was permitted by a previous code; and such deviation does not create or
continue a hazard to life, health and property.
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7.44.070 Chapter 1 Administration-Deleted.
Chapter 1. including Parts 1,2 and 3 is deleted.
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Chapter 7.48
1997 UNIFORM HOUSING CODE
Sections:
7.48.010
7.48.020
7.48.030
7.48.040
7.48.050
7.48.060
7.48.070
7.48.080
7.48.090
7.48.100
7.48.110
7.48.120
Title.
Purpose.
Adoption.
Scope.
Chapter 1, Title and Scope -Deleted.
Chapter 2, Enforcement-Deleted.
Chapter 3, Permits and inspections-Deleted.
Sections 505.8,505.9,505.10, Chapter 5, Sanitation-Added.
Chapter 11, Notices and orders of Building Official-Deleted.
Chapter 12, Appeal-Deleted.
Chapter 13, Procedures for conduct of hearing appeals-Deleted.
Chapter 14, Enforcement of order of Building Official or the Board of
Appeals-Deleted.
Chapter 15, Performance of work of repair or demolition-Deleted
Chapter 16, Recovery of cost of repair of demolition-Deleted.
7.48.130
7.48.140
7.48.010 Title
The Uniform Housing Code adopted by Section 7.48.030 and the provisions of this chapter is the
City housing code and may be cited as such and will be referred to in the Uniform Housing Code
and in this chapter as "this code."
7.48.020 Purpose.
A. The promotion and preservation of the public health, safety, and general welfare of the
people of the City and the property situated therein have made necessary the adoption of the
Uniform Housing Code referred to in Section 7.48.030 in order to adequately safeguard life,
health, property, and general welfare.
B. The purpose of this code is not to create or otherwise establish or designate any particular
class or group of persons who will or should be especially protected or benefited by the terms of
this code.
7.48.030 Adoption.
The "Uniform Housing Code," 1997 Edition, Published by the International Conference of
Building Officials, a copy of which is filed in the office of the City Clerk is adopted by reference
as the housing code for the City pursuant to the provisions of Section 50022.1 et seq. of the
Government Code of the State of California except as hereinafter modified in Sections 7.48.050
through 7.48.140.
7.48.040 Scope
A. The provisions of this code shall apply to all buildings or portions thereof used, or designed
or intended to be used, for human habitation. Such occupancies in existing buildings may be
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continued as provided in Section 7.28.120, except such as are found to be substandard as defined .
in this code.
B. Where any building or portion thereof is used or intended to be used as a combination
apartment house-hotel, the provisions of this code shall apply to the separate portions as if they
were separate buildings. Every rooming house or lodging house shall comply with all the
requirements of this code for dwellings.
7.48.050 Chapter 1, Title and scope-Deleted.
Chapter 1 is deleted.
7.48.060 Chapter 2, Enforcement-Deleted.
Chapter 2 is deleted.
7.48.070 Chapter 3, Permits and inspections- Deleted.
Chapter 3 is deleted.
7.48.080 Sections 505.8, 505.9, 505.10, Chapter 5, Sanitation-Added.
Section 505 is amended by adding new subsections 505.8, 505.9, and 505.10 to read:
505.8 Garbage Receptacles. An adequate number of appropriate receptacles with close
fitting covers for garbage and rubbish as may be considered necessary by the enforcing agency
shall be provided for the occupant of every dwelling unit by the owner or operator of every
apartment house, hotel, or combination thereof. Each receptacle shall be kept in a clean condition .
and good repair.
505.9 Bedding. In every apartment house or hotel every part of every bed, including the
mattress, sheets, blankets, and bedding shall be kept in a clean, dry and sanitary condition, free
from filth, urine, or other foul matter; and from infection of lice, bed-bugs, or other insects. The
bed linen shall be changed before a new guest occupies the dwelling unit.
505.10 Caretaker. A manager, janitor, housekeeper, or other responsible person shall
reside upon the premises and shall have charge of every apartment house in which there are
sixteen (16) or more apartments and of every hotel in which there are twelve (12) or more guest
rooms, in the event that the owner of any such apartment house or hotel does not reside upon
said premises. If the owner does not reside upon the premised of and apartment house in which
there are more than four (4) but less than sixteen (16) apartments, a notice stating his name and
address, or name and address of his agent shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the premises.
7.48.060 Chapter 11, Notices and orders of Building Official-Deleted.
Chapter 11 is deleted.
7.28.100 Chapter 12, Appeal- Deleted.
Chapter 12 is deleted.
7.48.110 Chapter 13, Procedures for conduct of hearing appeals-Deleted.
Chapter 13 is deleted.
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. 7.48.120 Chapter 14, Enforcement of order of Building Official or the Board of
Appeals-Deleted.
Chapter 14 is deleted.
7.48.130 Chapter 15, Performance of work of repair or demolition-Deleted
Chapter 15 is deleted.
7.48.140 Chapter 16, Recovery of cost of repair of demolition-Deleted.
Chapter 16 is deleted.
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Chapter 5.08
1997 UNIFORM FIRE CODE
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Sections:
5.08.01 0
5.08.020
5.08.030
5.08.040
5.08.050
Adoption of the Uniform Fire Code
Authority
Clarifications and Amendments made to the Uniform Fire Code
New Materials, Processes, or Occupancies which may require Permits
Violations - Penalties
5.08.01 0
Adoption of the Uniform Fire Code.
For the purpose of prescribing regulations governing conditions hazardous to life and property
from fire, hazardous materials or explosion, the City of Dublin hereby adopts that certain Code
and Standards known as the Uniform Fire Code and Uniform Fire Code Standards recommended
by the International Fire Code Institute as amended by the State of California being particularly
the 1997 edition and the 1998 edition of the California Fire Code thereof and whole thereof
(including appendices IA, IB, IC, lIA, lIB, IIC, IID, IIE, lIF, IIG, lIH, III, lIIAA, IIIBB, IIlC,
HID, IV A, IVB, VA, VIA, VIB, VIC, VID, VIE, VIF, VIG), save and except such portions as
are hereunder clarified, deleted, modified, or amended by this Ordinance, of which copies of the
Uniform Fire Code and Uniform Fire Code Standards, have been and are now filed in the Office
of the City Clerk, 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin, California, for use and examination by the public.
Said Code is adopted by reference pursuant to Section 50022.4, et seq., of the Government Code
of the State of California, and the Uniform Fire Code, 1997 edition and the Unifonn Fire Code
Standards, 1997 edition are hereby adopted and incorporated as fully as if set out at length
herein, and from the date on which this Ordinance shall take effect, the provisions thereof shall
be controlling within the limits of the City of Dublin. (Ord 12-97 ~ 1 )
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5.08.020
Authority
The fire department referred to herein and in the Uniform Fire Code and Uniform Fire Code
Standards shall be the entity which provides fire suppression and prevention services to the City
by contract, and the Fire Chief referred to herein shall be the fire chief of the Fire Department
acting under the direction of the City Manager. (Ord. 12-97 ~2)
5.08.030
Clarifications and Amendments made to the Uniform Fire Code.
This Section includes the clarifications, deletions, modifications, amendments and additions to
the Uniform Fire Code and Uniform Fire Code Standards adopted by reference in Section 1.
Article, Section, Division and Appendix numbers used are those of the Uniform Fire Code.
Section 101. General. Section 101 is amended by adding Section 101.10 as follows:
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Section 101.10. Applicability. Where not otherwise limited by law, the provisions of this Code
shall apply to vehicles, cargo containers, ships, boats, and mobile vehicles when fixed in a
specific location within the boundaries of this jurisdiction.
Section 103.1.2.1 Requests for Alternative Means of Protection. Section 103.1.2.1 IS
amended to read as follows:
Section 103.1.2.1 Requests for Alternative Means of Protection. Requests for approval to
use an alternative material, assembly or materials, equipment, method of construction, method of
installation of equipment, or means of protection shall be made in writing to the Fire Marshal by
the owner or O\\TIer's authorized representative and shall be accompanied by a full statement of
the conditions. Sufficient evidence of proof shall be submitted to substantiate any claim that
may be made regarding its conformance. The Fire Marshal may require tests and the submission
of a test report from an approved testing organization to substantiate the equivalency of the
proposed alternative means of protection.
Approval of a request for the use an alternative material, assembly or materials, equipment,
method of construction, method of installation of equipment, or means of protection shall be
limited to the particular case covered by the request and shall not be construed as establishing
any precedent for any future request.
Section 103.1.4. Appeals. Section 103.1.4.1 is amended to read as follows:
Section 103.1.4.1 Board of Appeals.
A. Any person aggrieved with the decision of the Fire Chief in connection \\lth the application
or interpretation of this Code or an approval of alternative materials or methods of
construction may appeal to the City Council. Such appeal shall be in writing and filed with
the City Clerk within ten (10) days.
B. The City Council may, after hearing, interpret any provision of this Code.
C. The City Council may after hearing vary the application of this Code in any specific case
when, in its opinion, the enforcement thereof would be contrary to the spirit and purpose of
this Code or public interest. The City Council in granting a variance may impose
requirements or conditions to mitigate any adverse effects that may result from granting the
gnevance.
D. In making such interpretation or granting any variance, the City Council shall make the
follov..ing findings:
I. That the interpretation or variance is consistent \.."ith the purpose of this Code;
2. That the interpretation or variance \vill not lessen the protection to the people of the City
and the property situated therein.
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E. The City Council may approve alternate materials or methods of construction by overruling .
the decisions of the Fire Chief In approval of any alternate materials or methods of
construction, the City Council shall make findings that the material, method or work
proposed is for the purpose intended, at least equivalent of that prescribed by this Code in
quality, strength effectiveness, fire resistance, durability, dimensional stability and safety.
F. The City Council may appoint a Board of Appeals to hear a specific appeal. The Board of
Appeals shall consist of five (5) members qualified by training and experience to pass on
matters pertaining to the subject matter of the appeal. The Board of Appeals shall have the
same authority and duties as the City Council in interpreting this Code, granting variances, or
approving alternate materials or methods of construction. The Fire Chief shall be an ex
officio member of the Board of Appeals and shall act as secretary to the Board. The Board
of Appeals shall adopt reasonable rules and regulations for conducting its hearings and
investigations.
G. The decision of the City Councilor Board of appeals shall be final.
Section 103.2.1.2. Fire Prevention Bureau Personnel and Police. Section 103.2.1.2 IS
amended to read as follows:
Section 103.2.1.2. Fire Prevention Bureau Personnel and Police.
a. The Fire Chief and designated representatives shall have the powers of peace officers while .
engaged in the performance of their duties with respect to the prevention, investigation, and
suppression of fires and the protection and preservation of life and property against the
hazards of fire and conflagration.
b. The Fire Chief, or duly authorized agents, may issue citations for the violations of this
Ordinance in the same manner as a county or city is authorized to do so by Chapter 5C
(commencing with Section 853.5), Title 4, Part 2, of the Penal Code.
c. When requested to do so by the Fire Chief, the Chief of Police is authorized to assign such
available police officers as necessary to assist the Fire Department in enforcing the
provisions of this Code.
Section 103.3.2. New Construction and Alterations. Section 103.3.2 is amended to add
Section 103.3.2.4 and 103.3.2.5 as follows:
Section 103.3.2.4. Fee for Plan Review, Inspection and Permits. The City Council may, by
resolution, establish a schedule of nondiscriminatory fees to be charged and collected for plans
submitted under Section 103.3.2.3, solely to defray the City's reasonable costs for plan review of
fire protection equipment and systems, requested or required inspection services and issuance of
permits. Permits issued in accordance with Section 105.8 shall be valid for a period of one year.
Copies of the fee schedule shall be on file in the Office of the City Clerk for use and examination .
by the public.
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Section 103.2.3.5. Authority to Require Exposure or Stop Work. Whenever any installation
of fire protection devices covered by this Code is concealed without first having been inspected,
the Fire Chief may require, by written notice, that such work shall be exposed for inspection.
Whenever any construction or installation work being performed in violation of the plans and
specifications as approved. A written notice shall be issued to the responsible party to stop work
on that portion of the work which is in violation. The notice shall state the nature of the
violation, and no work shall be done on that portion of the project until the violation has been
corrected.
Section 105.8 Permit Required. Section 105.8 is amended by adding items c.10. and 1.1.3 as
follows:
Item c.lO. Christmas Tree Sales. To use property for the purpose of selling cut Christmas
trees. See applicable provisions of Article 25, Section 2501, Article II, Section 1103 for
combustible materials and Appendix IV-B.
Item 1.1. Liquefied Petroleum Gases.
3. To store, use or handle liquefied petroleum gases inside buildings.
Article 2. Definitions and Abbreviations. Article 2 is amended by adding the following
definitions to Sections 204 and 207:
Section 204:
City Council shall mean the governing body of the City of Dublin.
City Manager shall mean the City Manager of the City of Dublin or designee.
Section 207:
Fire Trail means a graded firebreak of sufficient width, surface, and design to provide access for
personnel and equipment to suppress and to assist in preventing a surface extension of fires.
Fuel break means a wide strip or block of land on which the vegetation has been permanently
modified to a low volume fuel type so that fires burning into it can be more readily controlled.
Section 902.2.1. Required Access. Section 902.2.1 is amended by adding the following
language to the end of paragraph number two (2):
The minimum number of access roads serving residential deveIopment(s) shall be based upon the
number of dwelling units served and shall be as follows:
1-25 Units
One public or private access road
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26-74 Units One public or private access road and one emergency access road
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75 + Units
A minimum of two public or private access roads
The maximum length of a single access road shall be no greater than 1,000 feet. The length may
be modified for special circumstances in accordance with Section 103.1.2.
Section 902.2.2. Specifications. Section 902.2.2 is amended by adding a sentence to 902.2.2.2
and subsection 902.2.2.7 to read as follows:
902.2.2.2. Fire and Emergency Access Roads approved for construction sites shall be designed
to meet the requirements of Section 902.2.2.2. The approved all weather surface shall be
considered as first lift of asphalt, and the access shall be approved by the Department of Public
Works prior to commencement of combustible storage or any construction on the site.
Section 902.2.2.7. Gates and Barriers. When approved, gates and barriers may be installed
across or over fire department access ways. These installations shall meet Fire Department
standards and shall be approved prior to installation.
Section 902.4. Key Boxes. Section 902.4 is amended by adding the following sentence to the
end of the paragraph:
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If the keying system is changed or added to, the responsible party shall notify the Fire
Department and the keys located within the key box shall be updated.
Section 903.3. Type of Water Supply. Section 903.3 is amended to add the following preface
and subsections 903.3.1 and 903.3.1.1 as follows:
Preface Sentence: The type of water supply provided shall meet Fire Department standards.
Section 903.3.1. Suburban and Rural Water Supply. In areas where public or private fire
mains are not available for the provision of the required fire flow; the Fire Department may
develop a standard which requires a water supply for fire fighting be provided. In developing the
standard, the Chief may be guided by the most current edition of state or nationally recognized
standards promulgated by such entities as NFPA (National Fire Protection Association), ICBO
(International Conference of Building Officials), and IFCI (International Fire Chiefs Institute).
Section 903.3.1.1. Storage of Suburban and Rural Water Supplies. In calculating the water
supply available to meet the minimum fire flow required in Section 903.3.1 of this Code,
swimming pools, ponds, and underground cisterns which would require a drafting operation shall
not be considered as a primary water source.
Section 1001.7.2. Clear Space Around Hydrants. Section 1001.7.2 is amended by adding the .
following language:
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When hydrants, department connections, or other fire protection control valves are located
behind curbs on property not governed by the Vehicle Code and/or related parking or vehicular
regulations of a local government entity, and the parking of motor vehicles is allowed the curb
shall be painted red for a dimension of 7.5 feet on each side of the hydrant; and a sign posted in
accordance with Section 22500.1 of the Vehicle Code.
Section 1003.2 Required Installations. Sections 1003.2.1 and 1003.2.9 are amended and
Sections 1003.2.11, 1003.2.12, 1003.2.13, 1003.2.14, 1003.2.15, 1003.2.16, 1003.2.16.1 and
1003.2.16.2 are added to read as follows:
Section 1003.2.1. General. An automatic fire extinguishing system shall be installed in the
occupancies and locations set forth in Section 1003.2. In addition, an automatic fire
extinguishing system shall be required in those occupancies in the type construction which
exceed the square footage listed in Table 1003A of this Ordinance.
Section 1003.2.9. Group R Division 1 Occupancies. Section 1003,2,8 is amended by adding
the following language to the last paragraph:
Those systems installed in R-l Occupancies shall use residential or quick response heads in the
dwelling unit and guest room portions of the buildings and installations may be in accordance
with NFP A 13 or 13R where applicable.
1003.2.11. Mitigation. In one or two family dwellings, to mitigate problems with access or
water supply, the installation of a sprinkler system as mitigation shall be at the discretion of the
F ire Department
1003.2.12. R-3 Occupancies. Those systems installed in R-3 Occupancies shall be in
accordance with NFPA 13 or 13D, and may use any materials approved for use in such systems
in accordance with their listings.
EXCEPTION: Systems which are required to mitigate other deficiencies shall be installed in
accordance with such additional fire protection requirements as may be deemed necessary by the
Chief or his or her designee.
Section 1003.2.13. Separation Walls. The floor area set forth in Table 1003A shall be the total
floor area of the building irrespective of area separation walls.
EXCEPTION: In group R-3 Occupancies, the floor area of attached garages which are separated
from the dwelling area in accordance with Section 202.4, Exception 3 of the Uniform Building
Code, may be excluded form the total floor area of the building.
Section 1003.2.14. Buildings Three Stories in Height. An automatic sprinkler system shall be
installed in all occupancies, regardless of type of construction, if the building is three or more
stories or more than 35 feet in height measured from the pad grade level to the highest point of
the building.
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EXCEPTION: R-3 occupancies (one and two family dwellings and some townhouses) need not .
comply with section 1003.2.12 above provided they do not exceed the square footage set forth in
Table 1003A
Section 1003.2.15. Other Codes. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in all other
occupancies as may be required by the Uniform Building Code or the California Building Code.
Section 1003.2.16. Existing Buildings. All changes of occupancy classification in existing
buildings shall comply with the requirements contained in Section 1003.2 and Table I003A
Section 1003.2.16.1. When an addition to an existing building causes the total square footage of
the building to exceed the maximum floor area specified in Table 1003A of this Ordinance, the
entire building shall be sprinkled.
EXCEPTION I: Should the total square footage exceed those specified in Table 1003A by 10%
or less, the building need not be sprinkled.
EXCEPTION 2: Unless already provided with an automatic fire extinguishing system, single
family dwellings need not comply with Section 1003.2.16.1 above.
Section 1003.2.16.2 Existing buildings which do not conform to Current Building Code or Fire
Code requirements may be required to install an automatic fire ex'tinguishing system when the
interior alterations or remodeling occurs, regardless of whether the floor area is increased or use .
changed. It shall be the responsibility of the Fire Marshal and the Building Official to evaluate
the work being performed, non-complying features, and determine if an automatic fire
eX1:inguishing system will be required.
EXCEPTION: Unless already provided with an automatic fire extinguishing system, single
family dwellings need not comply with Section 1003.2.16.2 above.
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TABLE 1003A Summary of Requirements is added in its entirety as shO\vn below:
Table 1003A
Summary of Requirements
T fC (UBC 1994)
vpeo onstnctlon
jOCCUPANCY I II III I N I V
GROUP I
A Div 1 5,000 5,000 5,000 I 5,000 N/A
A Div 2 ** 5,000 5,000 5,000 I 5,000 3,000
A Div 2.1 ** I 5,000 5,000 5,000 I 5,000 3,000
A Div 3 I 5,000 5,000 5,000 I 5,000 3,000
A Diy 4 I 5,000 5,000 5,000 I 5,000 3,000
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BDiv 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000
E Div 1 As required Bv California Building Code
E Div 2 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000 3,000
E Div 3 5,000 5,000 I 5,000 5,000 3,000
F Div 1 i 5,000 I 5,000 5,000 I 5,000 3,000
F Div 2 5,000 5,000 5,000 I 5,000 3,000
H Div 1 All I
H Div 2 I All I I
H Div 3 All I
I H Diy 4 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000
H Div 5 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 I 3,000
H Div 6 All
H Div 7 All
I Diy 1 ** All I
I Diy 2 ** All I I
I Div 3 All I
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MDiv 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000
R Diy 1 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000
R Div 3 5,000 5.000 5,000 5.000 5.000
S Div 1 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000
S Div 2 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000
S Div 3 5,000 I 5,000 5,000 I 5,000 5,000
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permitted in II I
Nand IIIN
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Section 1007.3.3.6.1. General. Section 1007.3.3.6.1 is amended in its entirety to read as .
follows:
Section 1007.3.3.6.1. General. All fire alarm systems shall be UL. listed Central
Station Service systems as defined by the 1997 National Fire Alarm Code. When
approved by the Fire Department, local alarms are permitted in:
1. Day Care Facilities
2. Single Family Dwellings
3. Residential Care Facilities Licensed with an Occupant Load of 6 or less
4. Occupancies with a local fire alarm which will give an audible and visible signal at a
constantly attended location. A constantly attended location shall mean a location on
site which is manned 24 hours a day by at least one adult who remains alert; does not
have conflicting duties which may delay detection and reporting of an alarm.
5. Other such occupancies for which the installation of a monitored system may be
impractical or inappropriate as defined by the Fire Chief
Section 1007.3.4.2. Certification. Section 1007.3.4.2a is amended to read by adding the
following paragraph as follows:
Fire alarm systems shall be UL. Certificated and a Certificate of Completion and other
documentation listed in the most current edition of NFP A 72 shall be provided for all
new fire alarm installations.
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Section 1109.7. Sparks from Chimneys. Section 1109.7 is amended by deleting the
Exception.
Section 5204.5.2. Maximum Capacity Within Established Limits. The limits referred
to in Section 5204.5.2 are the Uniform Fire Code in which storage of compressed natural
gas is prohibited, are hereby established as follows: Any area zoned for other than
commercial, industrial, or agricultural use.
Section 7701.7.2. Limits Established by Law. The limits referred to in Section
7701.7.2 of the Uniform Fire Code, in which storage of explosives and blasting agents is
prohibited, are hereby established as follows: Any central business district area as
defined by this Code and any area which is zoned for other that industrial or agricultural
use.
Section 7802.1. General. Section 7802.1 is amended by adding a fourth exception as
follows:
4. The sale, use and discharge of fireworks are allowed in accordance with Chapter
5.24 of the Dublin Municipal Code.
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Section 7902.1.13.3. Tanks Above Grade. Section 7902.1.13.3 is amended by deleting
the second sentence.
Section 7902.2.2.2.1. Locations Where Above Ground Tanks are Prohibited. The
limits referred to in Section 7902.2.2 in which storage of flammable or combustible
liquids in outside above ground tanks is prohibited, are hereby established as follows:
Any area zoned for other than commercial, industrial, or agricultural use.
Section 7904.2.5.4.2. Locations Where Above Ground Tanks are Prohibited. The
limits referred to in Section 7904.2.5.4.2 in which storage of flammable or combustible
liquids in outside above ground tanks is prohibited, are hereby established as follows:
Any area zoned for other than commercial, industrial, or agricultural use.
Section 8204.2. Maximum Capacity Within Established Limits. The limits referred
to in Section 8204.2 are the Uniform Fire Code in which bulk storage of liquefied
petroleum gas is prohibited, are hereby established as follows: Any area zoned for other
than commercial, industrial, or agricultural use.
Appendix II E. Hazardous Materials Management Plans and Hazardous Materials
Inventory Statements.
Section 1. SCOPE. Section 1 is amended by adding the following sentence:
Hazardous Material Management Plans and Inventory Statements as required by the
Alameda County Health Services Department is accepted in lieu of this Appendix.
(Ord. 12-97 93)
5.08.040
New Materials, Processes or Occupancies which may Require
Permits.
The City Manager, the Fire Chief and the Fire Marshal shall act as a committee to
determine and specify, after giving affected persons an opportunity to be heard, any new
materials, processes or occupancies for which permits are required in addition to those
enumerated in the Uniform Fire Code. The Fire Marshal shall post such list in a
conspicuous place at the Dublin Civic Center and distribute copies thereof to interested
persons. (Ord. 12-97 94)
5.08.050
Violations - Penalties
A. Any person who violates any provisions of the Uniform Fire Code as adopted and
amended herein or fails to comply therewith, or who violates or fails to comply with
any order made thereunder, or who buillds in violation of any detailed statement of
specification or plans submitted and approved thereunder, or any certificate or permit
issued thereunder, and from which no appeal has been taken, or fails to comply with
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such an order as affirmed or modified by the City Councilor by a court of competent .
jurisdiction, within the required time, shall severally for each such violation and
noncompliance, respectively, be guilty of an infraction.
B. Any person convicted of an infraction under the provisions of this Ordinance shall be
punished upon a first conviction by a fine of not more than one hundred dollars
($100), and for a second conviction within a period of one (I) year by a fine of not
more than two hundred dollars ($200), and for a third or any subsequent conviction
within a one (1) year period by a fine of not more than five hundred dollars ($500).
Any violation beyond the third conviction within a one (1) year period may be
charged by the District Attorney as a misdemeanor and the penalty for conviction of
the same shall be a fine or imprisonment, or both, not to exceed the limits set forth in
the California Penal Code Section 19.
C. At the desecration of the City Manager, any such violation constituting an infraction
under this Ordinance may, instead, be charged and prosecuted as a misdemeanor,
punishable by a fine or imprisonment, or both, not to exceed the limits set forth in
California Penal Code Section 19.
D. In addition to the penalties provided in this section, any condition caused or permitted
to exist in violation of any of the provisions on this Ordinance shall be deemed a
public nuisance and may be summarily abated by the City as such.
E. Each person shall be guilty of a separate offense for each and every day during any
portion of which any violation of any provisions of this Ordinance is committed,
continued or permitted by such person and shall be punishable accordingly.
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F. The Fire Chief shall have the power to designate by written order that particular
officers or employees shall be authorized to enforce particular provisions of this
Ordinance. Officers or employees so designated shall have the authority to cite or
arrest persons who violate any of said provisions. (Ord. 12-97 S 5)
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Sections:
Article I
7.28.010
7.28.020
7.28.030
7.28.040
7.28.050
7.28.060
7.28.070
7.28.080
7.28.090
7.28.100
7.28.110
7.28.120
7.28.130
7.28.140
7.28.150
7.28.155
7.28.160
7.28.170
7.28.180
7.28.190
7.28.200
Article II
7.28.210
7.28.220
7.28.230
7.28.240
7.28.250
7.28.260
7.28.270
Article III
7.28.280
7.28.290
7.28.300
7.28.310
7.28.320
7.28.330
7.28.340
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Chapter 7.28 Dublin Municipal Code
BUILDING REGULATION ADMINISTRATION
Enforcement
Enforcement officer designated..
Right of entry.
Stop Work orders.
Occupancy or use violations.
Dangerous buildings or structures.
Dangerous electrical, plumbing or mechanical installations.
Maintaining dangerous structures and/or installations prohibited.
Abatement.
Substandard buildings.
Illegal buildings, structures or installations.
Discontinuance of utilities-authority.
Existing buildings, structures or installations.
Maintenance requirements.
Alternate materials and methods of construction.
Modifications.
Code Conflicts Added.
Compliance-Tests.
Appeals.
Revocation of modification of variance.
Liability.
Violation-Penalty.
Definitions
Generally.
Building Official.
Electrical installation.
Health Officer.
Mechanical installation.
Plumbing installation.
This chapter.
Permit Requirements
Permit-Required.
Exceptions.
Permit-Application.
Permit-Application-Plans and Specifications.
Plans and Specifications-Requirements.
Permit-Application-Plats required.
Permit-Issuance-Generally.
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7.28.350
7.28.360
7.28.370
7.28.380
7.28.390
7.28.400
7.28.410
7.28.420
7.28.430
7.28.440
7.28.450
7.28.460
7.28.470
7.28.480
7.28.490
7.28.500
7.28.510
7.28.520
7.28.530
Article IV
7.28.540
7.28.550
7.28.560
7.28.570
7.28.580
7.28.590
7.28.600
Article V
7.28.610
7.28.620
7.28.630
7.28.640
Article I
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Permit- Issuance-Restrictions.
Permittee responsibility.
Granting of permit not approval for violation.
Permit- Expiration-Exception.
Application expiration.
Permit-Extensions.
Building Official-Authority to deny permit.
Permit-Suspension or revocation.
Fees-Generally.
Permit processing fee.
Refunds.
Fees-Partially completed work.
Additional fees for changes.
Reinspections.
Code compliance survey.
Inspection fee-Moved building.
Plan and specification storage fee.
Fees for additional plan checking.
Fees-Other inspection services.
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Inspections
Generally.
Approvals required.
Inspection required before use commences.
Notification for inspections required.
Other inspections.
Special inspections.
Inspections-Moved buildings, structures or systems.
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Occupancy
Generally.
Approval to connect utilities.
Temporary or partial occupancy.
Authority to withhold approval to occupancy.
Enforcement
7.28.010 Enforcement officer designated.
There is established in the city the office of the Building Official who is responsible for
enforcing and administering all of the provisions of this chapter, as hereinafter provided. The
enforcement of Chapter 7.52 shall be as designated in Section 7.52.030. The Alameda County
Health Officer shall enforce all of the provisions of this chapter pertaining to:
1. Private water supply;
2. Private sewage disposal systems; .
3. Infestation of insects, vermin or rodents;
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4. Storage and removal of garbage;
5. Sanitation of bedding.
B. For purpose of enforcement of the foregoing provisions of this chapter the Health Officer
shall have the same authority and duties that are assigned to the Building Official in this section
and in Sections 7.28.020, 7.28.030, 7.28.110, 7.28.140, 7.28.150, 7.28.160, 7.28.170, and
7.28.180 of this article.
C. The Building Official and the Alameda County Health Officer shall have the power of a
peace officer.
7.28.020 Right of entry.
Whenever necessary to make an inspection to enforce any of the provisions of this chapter or
whenever the Building Official has reasonable cause to believe that a violation of this chapter
exists in any building or any premises, or there exists in any building or upon any premises any
condition which makes the building or premises dangerous, substandard, unsanitary, or a menace
to life, heath or property, the Building Official may enter such building or premises at all
reasonable times to inspect the same or to perform any duty imposed upon the Building Official
by this chapter or any other applicable law, ordinance, rule, or regulations provided that if such
building or premises be occupied, he shall first present credentials and demand entry. If such
entry is refused, the Building Official shall have recourse to every remedy provided by law to
secure entry.
7.28.030 Stop work orders.
Whenever any work is being done contrary to the provisions of this chapter or any other
applicable law, ordinance, rule~ regulation,_or the approved plans~ the Building Official may
order the work stopped by serving written notice on any persons engaged in, doing, or causing
such work to be done. Any such person shall forthwith stop such work until authorized by the
Building Official to proceed with the work. If there are no persons present on the premises the
notice may be posted in a conspicuous place. The notice shall state the nature of the violation.
Any person violating a stop work order shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
7.28.040 Occupancy or use violations.
A. Whenever any building or structure, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical installation, or
portion thereof, is being used contrary to the provisions of this chapter or any other applicable
law, ordinance, rule, or regulation, and whenever the occupancy of a building has been changed
without the approval of the Building Official, the Building Official may order such use
discontinued and, where deemed necessary for the safety of the occupants thereof, or the public,
may order the building or structure or portion thereof to be vacated by serving written notice to
any persons using or causing such use. If there are no persons present on the premises at the
time, the notice may be posted in a conspicuous place on the premises. The notice shall state the
nature of the violation and the time when said use shall be discontinued, and when required, the
time which said building or structure or portion thereof shall be vacated. No person shall
continue said use or continue to occupy said building or structure, electrical, plumbing, or
mechanical installation, or portion thereof, contrary to the terms of said notice until the violation
is corrected and use or occupancy is authorized by the Building Official.
B. Any person violating any notice issued pursuant tot his section shall be guilty of a
misdemeanor.
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7.28.050 Dangerous buildings or structures. .
For the purpose of this chapter, any building or structure which has any of all of the conditions
or defects hereinafter described shall be deemed to be dangerous building or structure; provided,
that such conditions or defects exist to the extent that the life, health, property, or safety ofthe
public or its occupants are endangered:
A. Whenever any door, aisle, passageway, stairway or other means of exit is not of sufficient
width or size, or is not so arranged as to provide safe and adequate means of exit in case of fire
or panIC;
B. Whenever the stress in any materials, member or portion thereof, due to all dead and live
loads, is more than one and one-half times the working stress or stresses allowed in the building
code for new buildings of similar structure, purpose or location;
C. Whenever any portion thereof has been damaged by fire, earthquake, wind, flood, or by any
other cause, to such an extent the structural strength or stability thereof is materially less than it
was before such catastrophe and is less than the minimum requirements of the building code for
new buildings or similar structure, purpose or location;
D. Whenever any portion or member or appurtenance thereof is likely to fail, or to become
detached or dislodged, or to collapse and thereby injure persons or damage property;
E. Whenever any portion of a building or structure, or any member, appurtenance or
ornamentation on the exterior thereof is not of sufficient strength or stability, or is not so
anchored, or fastened in place so as to be capable of resisting a wind pressure of one half of that
specified in the building code for new buildings of similar structure, purpose or location without
exceeding the working stresses permitted in the building code for such buildings; .
F. Whenever any portion thereof has cracked, warped, buckled, or settled to such an extent that
walls or other structural portions have materially less resistance to winds or earthquakes than is
required in the case of similar new construction;
G. Whenever the building or structure, or any portion thereof, because of (1) dilapidation,
deterioration, or decay; (2) faulty construction; (3) the removal, movement or instability or any
portion of the ground necessary for the purpose of supporting building; (4) the deterioration,
decay or inadequacy of its foundation; or (5) any other cause, likely to partially or completely
collapse;
H. Whenever, for any reason, the building or structure, or any portion thereof, is manifestly
unsafe for the purpose of which it is being used;
1. Whenever the exterior walls or other vertical structural members list, lean, or buckle to such
an extent that a plumb line passing through the center of gravity does not fall inside the middle
one third of the base;
J. Whenever the building or structure, exclusive of the foundations, shows thirty-three percent
(33%) or more damage or deterioration of its supporting member or members, or fifty percent
(50%) damage or deterioration of its non-supporting members, enclosing or outside walls
covenngs;
K. Whenever the building or structure has been so damaged by fire, wind, earthquake or flood,
or has become so dilapidated or deteriorated as to become (1) an attractive nuisance to children;
(2) a harbor for vagrants, criminal or immoral persons; or as to (3) enable persons to resort
thereto for the purpose of committing unlawful or immoral acts;
L. Whenever any building or structure has been constructed, exists, or is maintained in .
violation of any specific requirement or prohibition applicable to such building or structure
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provided by this chapter or any law, ordinance, rule, or regulation in relation to the condition,
location or structure of buildings;
M. Whenever any building or structure which, whether or not erected in accordance with all
applicable laws and ordinance, has in any non-supporting part, member or portion, less than fifty
percent (50%), or in any supporting part, member or portion less than 66 percent (66%) of the (1)
strength; (2) fire resisting qualities or characteristics; or (3) weather resistance qualities or
characteristics required by law in the case of a newly constructed building of like area, height
and occupancy in the same location. Except that for buildings erected prior to the effective date
of Alameda County Ordinance 74-66 the seismic forces specified in Alameda County Ordinance
950 N.S. shall be used rather than the seismic forces required by law for a newly constructed
building of like area, height, and occupancy in the same location for determining the percent of
strength;
N. Whenever a building or structure, used or intended to be used for dwelling purposes,
because of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation, decay, damage, faulty construction or
arrangement, inadequate light, air or sanitation facilities, or otherwise, is determined by the
Building Official to be unsanitary, unfit for human habitation or in such a condition that it is
likely to cause sickness or disease;
O. Whenever any building or structure, because of obsolescence, dilapidated condition,
deterioration, damage, inadequate exits, lack of sufficient fire resistive construction, faulty
electric wiring, gas connections or heating apparatus or other cause, is determined by the
Building Official to be a fire hazard;
P. Whenever any building or structure is in such a condition as to constitute a public nuisance
known to the common law or in equity jurisprudence;
Q. Whenever any portion of a building or structure remains on a site after the demolition or
destruction of the building or structure, or whenever any building or structure is abandoned for a
period in excess of six (6) months so as to constitute such building or portion thereof an
attractive nuisance or hazard to the public.
7.28.060 Dangerous electrical, plumbing or mechanical installations.
F or the purpose of this chapter, any electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation which has
any or all the conditions or defects hereinafter described shall be a dangerous electrical,
plumbing or mechanical installation, provided that such conditions or defects exist tot he extent
that the life, health, property or safety of the public or any persons using such installation are
endangered:
A. Whenever any protective or safety service specified in this chapter is; not provided,
inoperative; or is defective, dilapidated, deteriorated so as to fail to function as originally
intended;
B. Whenever any installation or any portion thereof because of (1) dilapidation, deterioration,
or decay; (2) faulty construction; (3) obsolescence; (4) inadequate maintenance, which in relation
to existing use constitutes a hazard to life, health, property or safety;
C. Whenever any installation of any portion thereof which is damaged by fire, wind,
earthquake, flood or any other cause so as to constitute a hazard to life, health, property or safety;iD. Whenever any installation or any portion thereof was constructed, installed, altered or
maintained in violation of this chapter so as to constitute a hazard to life, health, property or
safety;
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E. Whenever any installation is in such condition as to constitute a public nuisance known to .
common law or in equity jurisprudence.
7.28.070 Maintaining dangerous structures or installations prohibited.
It is unlawful to maintain or use a dangerous building or structure, or a dangerous electrical,
plumbing, or mechanical installation.
7.28.080 Abatement.
All dangerous buildings or structures, or dangerous electrical, plumbing, or mechanical
installations are hereby declared to be public nuisance and may be abated by repair,
rehabilitation, demolition or removal in accordance with the procedures specified in Chapter 7.52
or by any other remedy available at law.
7.28.090 Substandard buildings.
All buildings or portions thereof which are determined to be substandard as defined in Section
1001 of the Housing Code are declared to be public nuisances and may be abated by repair,
rehabilitation, demolition, or removal in accordance with the procedure specified in Chapter 7.52
or by any other remedy available at law. It shall be unlawful to maintain or use any such
substandard building. Except that any condition which would require displacement of sound
walls or ceilings to meet height, length, or width requirements of ceilings, rooms, and dwellings
Shall not by itself be considered sufficient existence of dangerous conditions making a
substandard building, unless the building was constructed, altered or converted in violation of
such requirements in effect at the time of construction, alteration, or conversion.
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7.28.100 Illegal building, structures or installations.
A. Every building or structure or portion thereof, and every electrical, plumbing or mechanical
installation or portion thereof, erected, installed, constructed, enlarged, altered, repaired, moved,
converted, or improved without a permit and which was subject to the requirements for permits
by the Alameda County Building Code, the Alameda County Electrical Code, the Alameda
County Plumbing Code, the Alameda County Heating and Ventilating Code, the Alameda
County Mechanical code as adopted by Alameda County Ordinance Number 424,508,644, 120
N.S., and 74-66, respectively, or any subsequent Alameda County ordinances which amended or
readopted said Codes or which was erected, installed, constructed, enlarged, altered, repaired,
moved, converted or improved without a permit and which has subject to the requirements for
permits by Chapters 7.32, 7.36, 7.40 and 7.44 or subsequent city ordinances which amends,
adopts, or readopts the city building code, electrical code, mechanical code and plumbing code is
declared to be an illegal building, structure, or installation. All illegal buildings, structures or
installations shall be made to conform to the provisions of this chapter or shall be demolished
and removed.
B. Whenever necessary to assure compliance with the foregoing provisions the owner of any
illegal building, structure, or installation shall uncover any concealed portions of such building,
structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation for inspection and shall perform such
tests as may be required by the Building Official.
C. It is unlawful to use or maintain any illegal buildings, structure, or installation or portion
thereof which was erected, installed, constructed, enlarged, altered, repaired, moved, converted,
or improved without a permit.
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D. All illegal buildings, structures or installations or portions thereof may be abated by being
made to confirm to the provisions of this chapter or by demolition and remove in accordance
with the provisions specified in Chapter 7.52 or by any other remedy available at law.
7.28.110 Discontinuance of utilities-Authority.
A. The Building Official may order the discontinuance of the supply of electrical energy, fuel
gas, or water to any building or structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation which
IS:
1. Being occupied or used contrary to the provisions of this chapter as set forth in Section
7.28.040;
2. A dangerous building or structure, or electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation as set
forth in Sections 7.28.050 through 7.28.080;
3. A substandard building as set forth in Section 7.28.090;
4. An illegal building or structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation as set forth in
Section 7.28.100.
B. Such order shall be in writing and shall state the nature ofthe condition requiring the
discontinuance of utilities and the time when such utilities shall be discontinued. The order shall
be directed to the person, firm or corporation supplying electrical energy, fuel gas, or water and a
copy of said order shall be sent to the person using said utilities and to the owner of the premises.
7.28.120 Existing buildings, structures or installations.
A. Except as required by Section 310.9.1 of the Uniform Building Code and Section 713.5
Uniform Plumbing Code, buildings or structures, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installations
in existence at the time of the adoption of the ordinance codified in this chapter may have their
existing use or occupancy continued if such use or occupancy was legal at the time of adoption
of the ordinance codified in this chapter and provided such continued use is not dangerous or
substandard and does not menace health, life or property.
B. Electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems installed in apartments, hotels and dwellings
and in existence prior to January 1, 1975, shall be deemed to have conformed to applicable law
in effect at the time of installation and to have been maintained in good condition if currently in
good and safe condition and working properly.
7.28.130 Maintenance requirements.
A. All buildings or structures, all electrical, plumbing and mechanical installations, both
existing and new, and all parts thereof shall be maintained in a safe and sanitary condition. All
devices or safeguards which are required by the building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical
codes when the building, structure, or installation was erected or installed shall be maintained in
good working order. The owner or his designated agent shall be responsible for maintenance of
all building, structures, installations or system.
B. Private building sewers shall be maintained in a gastight and watertight condition. Where
private sewage disposal systems are permitted, the effluent therefrom shall be contained beneath
the surface of the ground level and within the property lines of the premises.
7.28.140
Alternate materials and methods of construction.
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7.28.140 Alternate materials and methods of construction. .
A. The provisions of this chapter are not intended to prevent the use of any material or method
of construction not specifically prescribed by this chapter; provided, any such alternate has been
approved by the Building Official.
B. The Building Official may approve any such alternate provided he finds that the proposed
design is satisfactory, and that the material, method, or work offered is, for the purpose intended,
at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this chapter in quality, strength, effectiveness, fire
resistance, durability, dimensional stability, and safety. The details of any action granting
approval of an alternate shall be recorded and entered into the files of the City.
C. The Building Official may require the sufficient evidence or proof be submitted to
substantiate any claims that may be made regarding its use.
7.28.150 Modifications.
Whenever there are practical difficulties involved in carrying out the provisions of this chapter,
the Building Official may grant modifications for individual cases, provided he shall first find
that a special individual reason makes the strict letter of this chapter impractical and that the
modification is in conformity with the intent and purpose of this chapter and that such
modification does not lessen any fire protection requirements or any degree of structural
integrity. The details of any action granting modifications shall be recorded and entered in the
files ofthe City.
7.28.155 Code Conflicts-Added.
When any requirements of chapters 7.28, 7.32, 7.36, 7.40, 7.44, 7.48 and manufacturer's
instructions conflict the more stringent provisions shall prevail.
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7.28.160 Compliance-Tests.
A. Whenever there is insufficient evidence of compliance with the provisions of this chapter or
evidence that any material or any construction does not conform to the requirements of this
chapter or in order to substantiate claims for alternate materials or methods of construction, the
Building Official may require tests as proof of compliance to be made at the expense of the
owner or his agent by an approved agency,
B. Test methods shall be as specified by this chapter for the material in question. Ifthere are no
appropriate test methods specified in this chapter, the Building Official shall determine the test
procedure.
C. All tests shall be made by an approved agency. Reports of such tests shall be retained by the
Building Official for the period required for the retention of public records.
7.28.170 Appeals.
A. Any person aggrieved with any decision of the Building Official in connection with the
application or interpretation of the provisions of this chapter or in the approval of alternate
materials or methods of construction may appeal to the City Council. Such appeal shall be in
writing and filed within ten (10) days.
B. The City Council may after hearing, interpret any provision of this chapter.
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D. In making any such interpretation or granting any variance the City Council shall make the
following findings:
I. That the interpretation or variance is consistent with the purpose of this chapter;
2. That the interpretation or variance will not lessen the protection to the people of the city and
property situated therein.
E. The City Council may approve alternate materials or methods of construction as set forth in
Section 7.28.140 by overruling the decision of the Building Official. In approval any alternate
materials or methods of construction the City Council shall make findings that the material,
method or work proposed is for the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of the prescribed by
this chapter in quality, strength, effectiveness, durability, dimensional stability and safety.
F. The City Council may appoint a Board of Appeals to hear any specific appeal. The Board of
Appeals shall consist of five (5) members qualified by training and experience to pass on matters
pertaining to the subject matter of the appeal and to serve until the disposition of the appeal. The
Board of Appeals shall have the same authority and duties as the City Council in interpreting this
chapter, granting variances, or approving alternate materials or methods of construction. The
Building Official shall be an ex officio member of the Board of Appeals and shall act as
secretary to the Board. The Board of Appeals shall adopt reasonable rules and regulations for
conducting its hearings and investigations. The decision of the Board of Appeals shall be final.
7.28.180 Revocation of modification of variance.
The City Council may revoke or modify by written order, after a public hearing held upon not
less than ten (10) days notice, any order permitting a variance. The City Council shall serve
notice of the time and place of a hearing to revoke or modify any order permitting a variance not
less than ten (10) days prior to such hearing, by personal service, or by first class mail, postage
prepaid, mailed to the person to whom such variance was granted at the address shown in the
application for such variance or to such other address as may appear reasonable to the City
Council under the particular circumstances.
7.28.190 Liability.
The Building Official, or his authorized representative charged with the enforcement of this
code, acting in good faith and without malice in the discharge of his duties, shall not thereby
render himself personally liable for any damage that may accrue to persons or property as a
result of any act or by reason of any act or omission in the discharge of his duties. Any suit
brought against the Building Official or employee because of such act or omission performed by
him in the enforcement of any provision of such codes or other pertinent laws or ordinances
implemented through the enforcement of this code or enforced by the code enforcement agency
shall be defended by this jurisdiction until final termination of such proceedings, and any
judgement resulting therefrom shall be assumed by this jurisdiction.
7.28.200 Violation-Penalty.
A. Any person, firm or corporation violating or causing, or permitting to be violated any of the
provisions of this chapter shall be deemed guilty of an infraction unless such violation is
described as a misdemeanor by specific provisions of this chapter.
B. Any person, firm or corporation convicted of a misdemeanor under the provisions of this
chapter shall be subject to a fine or imprisonment, or both, not to exceed the limits set forth in
California Penal code Section 19.
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C. Any person, firm or corporation convicted of an infraction under the provisions of this .
chapter shall be punishable upon a first conviction by a fine of not more than one hundred dollars
($100), and for a second conviction within a period of one (1) year by a fine of not more than
two hundred dollars ($200), and for a third or any subsequent conviction within a one (1) year
period by a fine of not more than five hundred dollars ($500). Any violation beyond the third
conviction within a one (1) year period may be charged by the District Attorney as a
misdemeanor and the penalty for conviction of the same shall be subject to a fine or
imprisonment, or both, not to exceed the limits set forth in California Penal Code Section 19.
D. In addition to the penalties provided in this section, any condition caused or permitted to
exist in violation of any of the provisions of this chapter shall be deemed a public nuisance and
may be by the city summarily abated as such.
E. Each person, firm or corporation shall be guilty of a separate offense for each and every day
during any portion of which any violation of any provision of this chapter is committed,
continued or permitted by such person and shall be punishable accordingly.
F. The Building Official shall have the power to designate by written order that particular
officers or employees shall be authorized to enforce particular provisions of this chapter. Officers
or employees so designated shall have the authority to arrest persons who violate any said
provIsIOns.
Article II.
Definitions
7.28.210 Generally.
For the purpose of this chapter, certain words and phrases are defined and shall be construed as .
set out in this article.
7.28.220 Building Official.
The "Building Official" means the officer charged with the administration and enforcement of
this chapter or his authorized representative.
7.28.230 Electrical installation.
"Electrical installation" means any electrical writing, appliance, device, equipment, and
apparatus used for or in connection with the transmission or use of electrical energy for light,
power, ratio, signaling communication or for any other purpose.
7.28.240 Health Officer.
"Health Officer" means the Alameda County Health Officer or his authorized representative.
7.28.250 Mechanical installation.
"Mechanical installation" means any appliance, device, equipment, system or apparatus used
for or in connection with heating, ventilating, refrigeration or incineration.
7.28.260 Plumbing installation.
"Plumbing installation" means the use of water, all potable water supply and distribution pipes,
all fixtures and traps, all drainage and vent pipes and all building drains, all private sewage
disposal systems, including their respective joints and connections, devices, receptacles and
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appurtenances within property lines of the premises and shall included potable water piping,
potable water treating or using equipment, fuel gas piping, water heaters and vents for same.
7.28.270 This Chapter.
Whenever the term "this chapter" is used in this Chapter 7.28, it shall also mean and include
Chapter 7.32 (Building Code); Chapter 7.36 (Electrical Code); Chapter 7.40 (Plumbing Code);
Chapter 7.44 (Mechanical Code); and Chapter 7.48 (Housing Code).
Article III. Permit Requirements
7.28.280 Permit-Required.
A. No person, firm or corporation or organization shall install, erect, construct, enlarge, add to,
alter, repair, move, remove, demolish, convert, occupy, equip or improve any building or
structure, any electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation or cause the same to be done
without first obtaining a permit from the Building Official.
B. A separate permit shall be required for each building or structure, but the permit may
include pertinent accessories such as fences, retaining walls, exterior lighting, underground
utilities and sprinkler systems, providing such work is shown on the approved plans or described
on the application. The Building Official may authorize issuance of a signal permit for several
buildings where in his opinion the convenience of the city will be served.
C. Prior to issuance of a permit by the Building Official, a separate permit or approval shall be
secured from the Health Office for private water supply and private sewage disposal systems. In
addition, separate permits for wells are required by the Alameda County Flood Control and
Water Conservation District Zone 7 pursuant to Article 14, Chapter 6, Title 5, Alameda County
Ordinance Code.
D. Additional permits shall be required for pertinent accessories regulated by this chapter
which are proposed to be constructed but not shown on the approved plans or described on the
application. A grading permit may also be required subject to the provisions of Chapter 7.16.
7.28.290 Exceptions.
A. No permit shall be required for the following; however, permits shall be required for
electrical, plumbing and mechanical installations in any building or structure listed in
subsections A1 through A18 of this section, and permits shall be required for all new
construction and substantial improvements that are located within an area of special flood hazard
in which case a permit shall be required as set forth in Chapter 7.24:
I. Open wire fences not more than sixteen (16) feet in height, and all other type fences not
more than eight (8) feet in height;
2. Retaining walls which do not retain more than three (3) feet of earth when the earth retained
is level or where there is no surcharge load, and retaining walls which do not retain more than
two (2) feet of earth when the earth retained is sloping or which supports surcharge loads. See
Section 2306.11 of the Uniform Building Code for requirements for treatment of wood used for
retaining wall;
3. One-story detached accessory buildings used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and
similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed one hundred twenty (120) square feet;
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4. One-story buildings not more than for hundred (400) square feet in area used exclusively for
housing animals, poultry, livestock and similar animals and the storage of necessary food, hay
grain for the animals housed therein;
5. Agricultural buildings as defined in Section 202 of the Uniform Building Code on lots
exceeding twenty (20) acres in area which are located in an A zoning district and where the
principal use of the land is agriculture;
6. Lath houses and similar sun shade structures with roofs which do not shed water, which are
more than ten (10) feet in height and one thousand (1,000) square feet in area;
7 . Awnings over doors and windows of a group R-3 or Group U-1 Occupancy which are
entirely supported by the building and do not project more than fifty-four (54) inches;
8. Temporary construction offices, and storage sheds which are used on a site where there is a
valid building permit, grading permit, or which are used in connection with a construction
project where no building permit or grading permit is required; however, this provision shall not
apply to such building remaining on the site thirty (30) days after the completion of
construction;
9. Temporary construction offices and storage sheds when stored in a contractor's equipment
yard; however, this provision shall not apply if such buildings are used for any purpose
whatsoever;
10. Raised decks which are less than thirty (30) inches above the ground at any point;
11. Treehouses or other structures which are designed to be used by children for play;
12. Flag poles, radio or TV antennas and towers, less than thirty-five (35) feet in height when
not attached to a building and less than twenty (20) feet in height when attached to a building,
except permits are required for dish-type antennas more than four (4) feet in diameter;
13. Swimming, bathing, and wading pools, and fish ponds not exceeding twenty-four (24)
inches in depth;
14. Prefabricated swimming pools, spas or hot tubs not exceeding four (4) feet in depth if
resting on the surface ofthe ground or a concrete slab on the ground;
15. Painting, papering and similar finish work,
16. Moveable cases, counters and partitions not over five (5) feet nine (9) inches high;
17. Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity not exceed five thousand (5,000)
gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed two to one (2:1);
18. Water storage tanks of any size if resting on the surface of the ground or on a concrete slab
on the ground when used only for watering livestock or irrigation;
19. The replacement of lamps or the connection of portable electrical appliances to suitable
receptacles which have been permanently installed;
20. Nonelectrical signs less than eight (8) feet in height, nonelectrical signs which do not
exceed three (3) pounds per square foot nor four (4) inches in thickness when fastened flat
against the wall of any building; and provided further, that the sign does not extend above the top
of the wall of the building;
21. Clearing stoppage or repairing leaks in pipes, valves, fittings or fixtures when such repairs
do not involve the replacement of rearrangement of pipes, valves, fittings or fixtures;
22. Buildings and structures owned by a sanitary district used exclusively for storage,
collection, conveying and treating sewage;
23. A permit shall not be required for demolition or exploration work that may be necessary in
order to determine conditions in connection with a proposed addition or alteration to an existing
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building if an application for a permit is on file and prior approval for the demolition or
exploration work is obtained from the Building Official;
24. A permit shall not be required for small or unimportant work when approved by the
Building Official.
B. Exemption from the requirement of a permit shall not be deemed to be permissible to violate
any provision of this chapter or any other law, ordinance, rule or regulation.
C. Although permits are not required by this section, any person may obtain inspection services
by applying for a permit for such work and paying the applicable fee.
(Ord. 12-95 S 3: Ord. 21-89 S 12.1)
7.28.300 Permit-Application.
Every application for permits shall be made in writing on the forms furnished for that purpose.
Every application shall include the following:
A. The location of the premises by address and by legal description or Country Assessor's
description;
B. The name, address, and phone number of the applicant;
C. The signature of the applicant or his authorized agent, who may be required to submit
evidence of such authority;
D. A description of the work to be done;
E. A description of the proposed use and occupancy of the proposed building, structure, or
electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation and where existing buildings, structures,
electrical, plumbing or mechanical installations exist, a complete description of the use or
occupancy of such buildings, structures, or installations;
F. Any other such information that may be reasonably required by the Building Official;
G. An authorization to enter the property for the purpose of inspecting the work without an
inspection warrant;
H. An indication as to whether the building is to be heated and/or cooled.
7.28.310 Permit-Application-Plans and specifications.
A. Two (2) sets of plans and specifications shall be submitted with each application for
checking except that plans and specification shall not be required for small unimportant work
when approved by the Building Official.
B. Engineering calculations, stress diagrams, soil investigation reports, geological investigation
reports, test data, electrical load calculations, gas and water supply demand calculations and
other data sufficient to show the correctness of the plans and specifications and to assure that the
proposed work will conform to all of the provisions of this chapter shall also be submitted when
required by the Building Official. Plans and specifications shall be prepared by a certified
architect, or registered professional engineer when required by the Building Official. The owner
shall also submit a complete outline of the testing and inspection program proposed when special
inspection is required pursuant to Section 7.28.590.
C. Deferred submittals. For the purposes of this section, deferred submittals are defined as
those portions of the design that are not submitted at the time of the application and that are to be
submitted to the Building Official within a specified period. Deferral of any submittal items shall
have prior approval of the Building Official. The architect or engineer of record shall list the
deferred submittals on the plans and shall submit the deferred submittal documents for review by
the Building Official. Submittal documents for deferred submittal items shall be submitted to the
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architect or engineer of record who shall review them and forward them to the Building Official
with a notation indicating that the deferred submittal documents have been reviewed and that
they have been found to be in general conformance with the design of the building. The deferred
submittal items shall not be installed until their design and submittal documents have been
approved by the Building Official.
7.28.320 Plans and specifications-Requirements.
A. Plans shall be drawn to scale on substantial paper and shall be legible and of sufficient
clarity to indicate the nature and extent of the work proposed and shall show in detail how the
proposed work will conform to the requirements of this chapter and all applicable laws,
ordinances, rules and regulations. The specifications indicating the type and grade of all the
materials to be used in the proposed work shall be shown on the plans unless otherwise approved
by the Building Official.
B. The first sheet of each set of plans shall contain the address or legal description of the
property where the work is proposed to be done, the name and address of the owner of the
property and the name, address and signature of the person who has prepared the plans.
C. The plans shall include a plot plan which shall show the location of existing and proposed
buildings or structures. The plot plan shall also show the location of all existing or proposed gas
mains and services; water mains, water services, fire hydrants, sewer mains; underground or
overhead power and communication lines; poles and transformers; waterways, storm drains,
inlets, culverts, curbs, gutters sidewalks, building sewer, wells, septic tanks and drainage fields.
The plans shall also include a grading and drainage plan which shall show all existing elevations
or contours and all proposed final elevations, and the elevation of the first floor. This plan shall
also show how all portions of the lot are to be drained and any necessary drainage structures. The
grading and drainage plan may be combined with the plot plan if such information can be clearly
shown on the plot plan.
D. If the proposed work does not involve new buildings or structures and does not change the
configuration of existing buildings or structures the Building Official may waive the
requirements for a plot plan and grading or drainage plan. Where only minor grading is proposed
and existing drainage patterns are not materially affected, and the proposed work does not fall
under the provisions of special flood hazard areas as set forth in Chapter 7.24, the Building
Official may waive the requirements for a grading and drainage plan.
7.28.330 Permit-Application-Plats required.
A. Three (3) copies of a topographic plat prepared and signed by a licensed land surveyor or a
registered civil engineer shall be submitted with the application for a permit for any new building
or structure or building proposed to be moved.
B. The Building Official may waive the requirements for such a plat for minor buildings or
structures on parcels containing substantial existing development or where a plat has been
previously submitted for a permit and where there have been no substantial changes in the
elevations of the finished grade.
C. The plat shall show the location of all aboveground structures, retaining walls, fences, poles,
transformers, overhead power and communication lines, wells, fire hydrants, drainage inlets,
culverts, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and waterways. The plat shall also show the known or
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reported location of underground structures, such as underground storm drains, water, sewer,
gas, power and communication lines, septic tanks and drainage fields.
D. The plat shall be drawn to a scale and shall show contours at intervals of one (1) foot or less
on slopes up to three percent (3%) and not more than five (5) feet when more than three percent
(3%). Contours shall extend to the center ofthe street if not improved with curbs and gutters, and
need extend only to the gutter when improved with curbs and gutters.
E. Plat of the entire parcel shall not be required for parcels exceeding one acre located in a R-1
or A district, however, the following shall be provided:
I. Contours within one hundred (100) feet of any proposed building;
2. Contours or a profile of any existing or proposed access driveway. The Building Official
may waive this requirement when the applicant can otherwise demonstrate that the access
driveway in conformance with the City Standards plans and specifications or in accordance with
the Director of Public Works.
F. A topographic plat is not required on any lot shown on any subdivision tract map if such
tract map was filed within five (5) years prior to the application for a permit.
G. The Building Official may require a plat of a property line survey where the exact location
of the property line is necessary for the enforcement of any of the provisions of this chapter. If
after the issuance of a permit, a question arises as to the exact location of the property line, the
Building Official may require a property line survey. Whenever a property line survey has been
made, the property line shall be located by appropriate stakes or monuments and three copies of
a plat of the survey shall be filed with the Building Official.
H. Nothing contained herein shall be constructed as to relieving the land surveyor or civil
engineer from complying with the provisions of the Land Surveyor's Act, Business and
Professions Code, beginning with Section 8700.
7.28.340 Permit- Issuance-Generally.
A. If it appears upon examination of the application, plans, specifications, and other
information furnished by the applicant that the proposed work will conform to the provisions of
this chapter and any other applicable laws, ordinances, rules and regulations, and upon payment
of the prescribed fees; the Building Official shall issue a permit to the applicant.
B. When the Building Official issues a permit, he shall affix an official stamp of approval on
two sets of plans and specifications. One (1) set of plans and specifications shall be retained by
the city and the other set of plans and specifications shall be kept on the site of the construction
or work. The approved plans shall not be changed without approval of the Building Official. All
work authorized by the permit shall be done in accordance with the approved plans.
C. Permits are not transferable.
D. The set of plans and specifications retained by the city at the time of issuance of the permit
shall be retained by the Building Official for a period not less than ninety (90) days from the date
of the completion of the work covered therein, except that this provision shall not apply to plans
and specifications required to be required to be retained by Section 19850 of the Health and
Safety Code of the state of California.
7.28.350 Permit- Issuance-Restrictions.
Permits may be issued to any person not acting in violation of Chapter 7, Division 3, of the
Business and Professions Code of the State of California (Contractor's License Law).
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7.28.360 Permittee responsibility. .
It shall be the responsibility of a permit to assure that all work authorized thereunder is done in
accordance with the provisions ofthis chapter and any other law, ordinance, rule or regulations,
and to call for and make arrangement for the inspection of the work. If after inspection by the
Building Official, correction of work completed is necessary, the holder of the permit shall be
responsible for such correction.
7.28.370 Granting of permit not approval for violation.
A. The issuance of a permit or approval of plans and specifications shall not be constructed to
be a permit for, or an approval of, any violation of any ofthe provisions ofthis chapter or any
other applicable laws, ordinances, rules or regulations; and any permit or document purporting to
give authority to violate this chapter, or any other law, ordinance, rule or regulation shall not be
valid except insofar as the work or use which it authorizes is lawful.
B. The issuance of a permit based upon plans and specifications shall not prevent the Building
Official from thereafter requiring the correction of errors in such plans and specifications or form
preventing work being carried on thereunder in violation of this chapter, or any other applicable
law, ordinance, rule or regulation.
7.28.380 Permit- Expiration-Exception.
A. Permits issued pursuant to this chapter having a valuation of less than one million dollars
shall expire one year from the date of issuance; and permits having a valuation of over one
million dollars ($1,000,000) shall expire in two (2) years from the date of issuance.
B. Exception: whenever a permit is issued to correct a violation of this chapter, or any other .
law, ordinance, rule or regulation, or to rehabilitate, repair, or demolish a dangerous,
substandard, illegal, unsafe or unsanitary building or structure, electrical, plumbing or
mechanical installation, or to otherwise abate a nuisance, the Building Official shall establish a
reasonable time for the completion of the work.
C. Where permits for more than one building on the same site or subdivision are issued to the
same applicant, the total valuation of all the permits shall be used for determine when the permits
expIre.
7.28.390 Application expiration.
A. Every application for a permit shall expire six (6) months after the application and
accompanying plans and specifications have been checked.
B. Plans and specification accompanying an expired application may be destroyed ten (10)
days from the date of mailing the applicant notice of intention to destroy said plans and
specifications.
7.28.400 Permit-Extensions.
A. One (1) extension of the expiration date of any permit may be allowed for good cause upon
written application therefor prior to the expiration date. Requests for extensions shall indicate the
necessary time to complete the application or work and the reasons therefor.
B. Where work authorized by any permit has not commenced, extensions shall not be allowed
if there has been revisions to any applicable law, ordinance, rule or regulations which would
otherwise prohibit the proposed construction. Where work authorized by any permit has
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commenced any extension shall also require all work to conform to any applicable law,
ordinance, rule, or regulation in effect at the time of the extension.
C. In requiring compliance with new laws, ordinances, rules or regulations, the Building
Official shall consider the practical difficulties in making changes to existing construction and
may allow work completed to remain without changes. The Building Official may also allow
uncompleted work to proceed in accordance with the original approved plans.
D. An extension may be allowed for an application for a permit, but the work shall comply
with applicable laws, ordinances, rules and regulations in effect at the time of issuance of the
permit.
E. In allowing an extension additional fees may be imposed to cover any additional costs
incurred by the city because of the extension.
7.28.410 Building Official-Authority to deny permit.
The Building Official may refuse to issue any permit where it cannot be demonstrated that:
A. The hazards of land slippage, erosion or settlement will be eliminated;
B. The proposed work will not be located on a trace of an active fault;
C. The proposed work will conform to Chapters 7.20 and 7.24;
D. The placement of existing fills has not been subject to continuous inspection by a special
inspector as required by Section 1701.5.13 ofthe Uniform Building Code;
E. The private water supply will conform to Section 601.0 of the Uniform Plumbing Code;
F. The private sewage disposal system shall be in conformance to Section 713.0 of the Uniform
Plumbing Code;
G. Whenever a licensed contractor has failed to make corrections as specified in Sections
7.28.540 through 7.28.580.
7.28.420 Permit-Suspension or revocation.
The Building Official may, in writing, suspend or revoke a permit issued under the provisions
of this chapter whenever the permit has been issued in error, or on the basis of incorrect
information supplied, or in violation of this chapter, rule or regulation.
7.28.430 Fees-Generally.
The provisions of this chapter apply to fees collected by the Building Official.
A. The City Council shall, by resolution, adopt a schedule of fees for permits, reinspections,
code compliance surveys, moved building inspections, plan and specification storage fee,
additional plan checking, hourly rates for inspection services not covered by specific fees, and
fees authorized by the Alquist-Priolo Geologic Hazards Zones Act.
B. At time of issuance of any permit required by this chapter, the applicant shall pay the fees as
established by resolution of the City Council.
C. Where work for which a permit is required by this chapter is started or proceeds prior to
obtaining such permit, the permit fee shall be, as a minimum, doubled and may be increased up
to three (3) times the original amount depending on the circumstances of violation. The payment
of such penalty fee shall not relieve any person from fully complying with all of the provisions
of this chapter.
D. The payment of a penalty fee shall not be required where the work was done two (2) years
before the date it has been determined that the work was done without a permit. A penalty fee
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shall not be required when the work was done or caused to be done by a previous owner of the
property .
E. The determination of value or valuation under any of the provisions ofthis chapter shall be
made by the Building Official. The value to be used in computing the building permit and permit
processing fees shall be the total value of all construction work for which the permit is issued as
well as all finish work, painting, roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning,
elevators, fire extinguishing systems and any other permanent equipment at the time the permit is
issued.
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7.28.440 Permit processing fee.
Each application for a permit shall be accompanied by a fee equal to forty percent (40%) of the
total permit fee rounded off to the nearest dollar. The permit processing fee shall be credited
toward the total permit fee required. After permit processing has commenced, no portion of the
permit processing fee shall be refundable.
7.28.450 Refunds.
A. Sixty percent (60%) of any permit fee may be refunded to the applicant prior to the
expiration of the permit provided that the work authorized under the permit has not commenced.
Thirty percent (30%) of the permit fee may be refunded to the applicant after a permit has
expired provided that the work has not commenced, but in no case shall any refund be allowed
after one (1) year from the date of expiration of the permit. Requests for refund shall be in
writing. Any expenses incurred by the city other than the permit processing fee may be deducted
from the refund. .
B. If there was an error in calculating the amount of the permit fee and such error resulted in
overpayment of the permit fee, the amount of overpayment may be refunded.
7.28.460 Fees-Partially completed work.
A. Where permits expire and the work has not been completed and a new permit is
subsequently issued for the completion of the work, the fee shall be based upon the fee schedule
in effect at the time of issuance of the new permit based on the valuation to complete the work as
determined by the Building Official. (not on the original valuation assigned to the permit).
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4.
5.
Completed Inspections
If no inspection have been made
If a foundation inspection has been made
If the underground inspections have been made
If the underfloor frame inspection has been made
If the rough electric, rough plumbing, and rough
electrical inspections all have been made
If the frame inspection has been made
If the exterior lath inspection has been made
If the insulation inspection has been made
If the wallboard inspection has been made
Percent of
Original
Permit Fee
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B. The fee determined by the foregoing shall be rounded to the nearest dollar.
C. The foregoing is intended to apply to conventional wood-frame construction and is based on .
the number of inspections remaining to be made. Where the work is not conventional wood-
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frame construction, or does not constitute a complete building, or is a structure other than a
building; the Building Official shall establish the fee based upon the number of inspections
remaining to be made. The fee so established shall not exceed thirty percent (30%) or be less
than six percent (6%); however, in no case shall the fee be less than the minimum permit fee
approved under Section 7.28.430.
D. Where a new permit is applied for more than one year after the expiration of the permit, the
fee shall be based on the valuation of the work remaining to be done. The valuation shall be
determined by the Building Official based on the cost to complete the work (not on the original
valuation assigned to the permit) and the fees shall be based upon the fee schedule in effect at the
time of the issuance of the new permit.
7.28.470 Additional fees for changes.
A. After a permit has been issued, minor changes or additions may be allowed under any
permit when approved by the Building Official. However, additional fees shall be required when
the permit fee calculated for both the original work and the work in the proposed change exceeds
the original permit fee by ten percent (10%). The additional fee shall be the difference between
the original fee and the new fee.
B. Any change in use or in the number of guest rooms or dwelling units shall require the
submission of a new application and the payment of an additional fee.
C. Any change which does not increase the amount of the original permit fee by ten (10%)
percent but requires additional plan checking shall require the payment of a plan checking fee.
D. No refund shall be allowed for changes which would decrease the amount of the permit fee.
7.28.480 Reinspections.
Where an inspection is made and corrections are required and said corrections require more
than one reinspection, or where an inspection has been called for and the work to be inspected is
not ready for inspection, or where the approved plans and specifications are not on the job, a
reinspection fee shall be paid prior to making the reinspection.
7.28.490 Code compliance survey.
The owner of any property on payment of the required fee may request an inspection to
determine if a building, structure or installation is in compliance with this chapter and the city
zoning ordinance.
7.28.500 Inspection fee-Moved building.
Prior to application for permits to move a building, structure, electrical, plumbing or
mechanical installation, a moved building inspection shall be required.
7.28.510 Plan and specification storage fee.
A plan and specification storage fee shall be paid at the time of issuance of a permit for
buildings; the plans and specifications of which are required to be maintained by Section 19852,
Health and Safety Code of the state of California.
7.28.520 Fees for additional plan checking.
A rechecking fee shall be paid prior to performing additional plan checking or prior to approval
of the plans where incomplete plans and specifications are submitted for checking and complete
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rechecking is required, or where corrections are not completely or correctly made and additional .
plan checking is required, or where changes are made to the plans and specifications which
require additional plan checking, or when the project involves deferred submittal documents as
defined in section 7.28.310 C.
7.28.530 Fees-Other inspection services.
The fee for other inspection services provided by the city for which no specific fee is
established shall be at an hourly rate.
Article IV. Inspections
7.28.540 Generally.
All construction or work for which a permit is required shall be subject to inspection by the
Building Official and certain types of construction shall have continuous inspection by special
inspectors, as specified in Section 7.28.590.
7.28.550 Approvals required.
A. No work shall be done on any part of the building or structure, electrical, plumbing or
mechanical installation beyond the point indicated in each successive inspection without first
obtaining the written approval of the Building Official. Such written approval shall only be given
after an inspection shall have been made of each previous step in the construction. Written
approvals may be indicated on an inspection record card which is provided for that purpose. All
tests required by this chapter shall be conducted in the presence of the Building Official. If the .
work will not pass the test, necessary corrections shall be made and the work shall be retested.
B. If the work inspected does not comply with this chapter or any other law, ordinance, rule or
regulation, written notice shall be given indicating the nature of the violation. Such notice may
be delivered to the permittee, or the person in apparent control of the work on the site, or may be
posted in a conspicuous place on the site. Refusal, failure or neglect to comply with such notice
within ten (10) days shall be considered a violation of this chapter and any other law, ordinance,
rule or regulations.
C. Whenever a licensed contractor has failed to make corrections in the time specified the
Building Official may refuse to issue permits for any other work to be performed at any location
within the city until all necessary corrections have been made.
7.28.560 Inspection required before use commences.
No work shall be covered, concealed, or put to use until it has been tested, inspected, and
approved as prescribed by this chapter and any other law, ordinance, rule or regulation. Any such
work which has been covered or concealed before being inspected, tested and approved shall be
uncovered for inspection after notice to uncover has been given by the Building Official.
7.28.570 Notification for inspections required.
The permittee or his agent shall notify the Building Official when construction work is ready
and make the necessary arrangement for inspection of the work for each of the following
inspections:
A. Underground. When the excavation for any underground gas, water, sewage, steam, .
electrical lines, cables or conduits, or any ventilating ducts, septic tanks or fuel tanks or drainage
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fields, which have been completed and all such lines, cable conduits or ducts and tanks are in
place and are ready for any required tests, but before backfilling;
B. Foundation. When the excavation for foundations is completed and forms and required
reinforcing steel are in place but before any concrete is placed;
C. Drainage for Retaining Walls. When any required drainage facility is in place but before
backfilling;
D. Underfloor. When all gas, water, steam, sewage, electrical, lines, cables or conduits, or any
ventilating ducts are in place and ready for any required tests but before any concrete, wood, or
steel flooring is placed;
E. Underfloor Framing. When all the underfloor framing, bracing, and supports are in place
and when all underfloor, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work is in place but before any
flooring is installed;
F. Shearwall or Diaphragm. When shearwalls or diaphragms are installed and nailed or
otherwise fastened to the structural framework and all hold downs, drag ties, chord splices and
anchor bolts are in place, but before any of the foregoing is covered or concealed;
G. Rough. When the roof, walls, floors, framing, bracing and supports are in place and all gas,
water, drainage, and vent piping; all electrical cable, conduit, panels, outlets, junction boxes and
wiring; all ventilating ducts equipment, vents and flues are in place and ready for any required
tests but before any such work is covered or concealed;
H. Wood Frame. When all roof, wall, floor, framing, bracing, blocking, and chimneys are in
place and all electrical, plumbing and mechanical work is in place but before any such work is
covered or concealed;
1. Reinforced Concrete. When forms and reinforcing steel, sleeves, and inserts, and all
electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work is in place but before any concrete is placed;
J. Structural Steel. When all structural steel members are in place and all connections are
complete but before such work is covered or concealed;
K. Reinforced Masonry. In grouted brick masonry when the vertical steel is in place and other
reinforcing steel, bolts, anchors, and inserts are distributed masonry when the units are laid up,
and any reinforcing steel, bolts, anchors, and inserts are in place and when required cleanouts are
installed but prior to placing any grout;
L. Insulation. When all insulation, is in place but before the insulation is covered;
M Lath. When all backing and lathing, interior and exterior, is in place but before any plaster is
applied;
N. Wallboard. When all wallboard is in place but before joints and fasteners are taped and
finished;
O. Suspended Ceilings. When the hangers, lighting fixtures, sir diffusers, fire dampers,
protective boxes, and the runners and supporting members are in place but before the ceiling is
installed;
P. Fire Dampers. When the fire dampers are installed in the openings to be protected but before
the ducts are connected;
Q. Final. When all construction work including electrical, plumbing and mechanical work,
exterior finish grading, required paving, and required landscaping is completed and the building,
structure or installation is ready to be occupied or used but before being occupied or used.
7.28.580
Other inspections.
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In addition to the foregoing called inspections, the Building Official may make or require any .
other inspection of any construction work to ascertain compliance with the provisions of this
chapter and any other law, ordinance, rule or regulation.
7.28.590 Special inspections.
In addition to the inspection required by Sections 7.28.540 through 7.28.580, special
inspections shall be provided in accordance with Chapter 17 of the Uniform Building Code.
7.28.600 Inspections-Moved buildings, structures, installations or systems.
A. Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 7.28.120, all existing buildings or structures,
including all electrical, plumbing or mechanical installations, and all existing electrical,
plumbing and mechanical installation which are moved into or within the city shall comply with
all the requirements of this chapter for new buildings, structures, or installation. Moved
apartment houses and dwellings may retain existing materials and methods of construction.
However, this section shall not be interpreted to permit the moved apartment house or dwelling
to become or continue to be a dangerous building as defined in Sections 7.28.050 through
7.28.080 or a substandard building as defined in Section 7.28.090.
B. Prior to issuance of a permit to move any building, structure, electrical, plumbing or
mechanical installation into or within the city, the Building Official shall inspect the building,
structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation proposed to be moved for conformance
to this chapter and any other law, ordinance, rule or regulation. The Building Official may
require the applicant to remove all or a portion of the wall or ceiling and nay other material to
inspect concealed portions of the building, structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical .
installation proposed to be moved. If after inspection of the building, structure, electrical,
plumbing or mechanical installation proposed to be moved the Building Official determines that
it is not practical to alter the building, structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation
so that it will be in conformance with the foregoing provisions, he may deny the application for a
permit. The Building Official shall notify the applicant in writing, stating the reason for such
denial.
C. After the building has been moved it shall be placed upon a new foundation as soon as
practical but not later than one hundred twenty (120) days from the time the building was moved
to the site. If after 120 days the building has not been placed on the foundation, said building
shall be deemed to be a public nuisance and may be abated in accordance with the procedures
specified in Chapter 7.52 or by any other remedy available at law.
Article V. Occupancy
7.28.610 Generally.
No building, structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation or portion thereof shall
be occupied or used unless the Building Official has made final inspections and approved the
work regulated by this ordinance and all work required by other city departments or other
agencies has been inspected and approved by such department or agency.
7.28.620 Approval to connect utilities.
No person, firm or corporation shall supply water, electrical energy, or fuel gas to any building,
structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation until the building, structure, electrical, .
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plumbing or mechanical installation has been inspected and approved by the Building Official.
The Building Official may withhold approval to supply water, electrical energy, or fuel gas to
any building, structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation until there is full
compliance with the provisions of this ordinance or compliance with laws ordinance, rule or
regulations enforced by other agencies concerned with the construction of such building,
structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation.
7.28.630 Temporary or partial occupancy.
The Building Official may authorize the use or occupancy of all or portions of a building,
structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical installation prior to completion of the entire
building, structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical provided that the work completed has
been inspected and approved and that no hazard would result by such use or occupancy. The
Building Official in granting such authorization may impose any reasonable conditions as may
be necessary to protect life health, and property. Such authorization may include a time limit and
may be revoked for violation of conditions and shall expire in the time specified. The Building
Official may order any person, firm or corporation supplying water, electrical energy, or fuel gas
to discontinue supplying water, electrical energy, or fuel gas when authorization to use or occupy
pursuant to this section has been revoked.
7.28.640 Authority to withhold approval to occupy,
A. The Building Official may withhold approval to occupy or use any building, structure,
electrical, plumbing or mechanical installations until all fees charged by the city for any zoning
application development approval, inspection fee or any other fee has been paid. In the case of a
subdivision this provision shall apply to all buildings or structures located within said
subdivision.
B. The Building Official may withhold approval to occupy or use any building structure
electrical, plumbing or mechanical installations until all development improvements including
offsite improvements have been completed and approved by other city departments or any other
agency concerned with said improvements.
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