HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 6.3 Muni Code Swimming Pool (2)
..
",-
CITY CLERK
Fife # DI2lJ~[Q]-[2J(Q]
.
AGENDA STATEMENT
CITY COUNC(IL MEETING DATE: May 18,1999
SUBJECT:
ATTACHMENTS:
.
RECOMMENDATION: 1.
~2.
\ 3.
4.
FINANCIAL STATEMENT:
PUBLIC HEARING: 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: Ken Petersen, Building Official
1. 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
Repealing Chapter 7.56 of the Dublin Municipal Code
(Swimming Pool Enclosures).
Open Public Hearing
Receive Staff Presentation and Public Testimony
Close Public Hearing and Deliberate
Waive Reading and Adopt Ordinance _-99 (Attachment 1)
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), with local amendments as
approved by City Council on May 4, 1999 in Resolution no.
86 - 99.
No measurable additional costs. .
. --- - -- -- --- - ---- --- - - -- - --- --- - -- - -- --- - - - -- -- - - - ------ - - - ----- --- -------
COPIES TO:
ITEM NO. J.J
H:\Building\code adoption 2nd cc
J
DESCRIPTION:
An Ordinance adopting the 1997 Uniform Codes the 1996
National Electrical Code, amending Chapter7.28 of the
Dublin Municipal Code (Building Regulation
Administration), and Repealing Chapter 7.56 of the Dublin
Municipal Code (Swimming Pool Enclosures).
oJ.,
.
....
BACKGROUND:
The uniform model construction codes are adopted and published by the California Building Standards
Commission and by the California Departmen~ 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 fmding 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 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.
.
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.
City Council Action:
At the Public Hearing of May 4, 1999, the City Council heard a presentation from Staff, took public
testimony and waived the first reading of an Ordinance introducing 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) and Passed Resolution 86 - 99 approving amendments to
provisions in the California Building Standards Code by including, Findings of Necessity for
Amendments to the Uniform Codes.
The City Council addressed the concern of wood burning fireplaces and wood stoves, which generates 40
percent of the particulate matter in the Bay Area during the winter months; and generates fine particles,
which can lodge deep in the lungs causing permanent lung damage. The Council also addressed the
concern that burning wood generates carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, volatile organic and toxic air .
pollutants. The Council was given three options addressing these concerns and was required to choose
one to be included in the text of Chapter 7.32 of the Dublin Municipal Code. The Bay Area Air Quality
Management District made a recommendation addressing these concerns in a letter to City Officials on
January 26, 1999. The Council agreed with The Bay Area Air Quality Management District and chose
the following:
-;L-
L-
.
.
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 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.)
ANALYSIS:
As required by the City of Dublin Municipal Code, a second reading of the proposed Ordinance is
necessary prior to final adoption of the 1997 Editions of the Uniform Building Code, Uniform Mechanical
. Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Housing Code, Uniform Fire Code, and the 1996 Edition of the
National Electrical Code. The Ordinance adopting these codes will become effective on July 1, 1999.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council open the Public Hearing, take testimony from Staff and the
public, deliberate, waive the second reading and adopt the 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), Repealing Chapter 7.56 of the Dublin
Municipal Code (Swimming Pool Enclosures), with local amendments as approved by City Council on
. May 4, 1999 in Resolution no. 86 - 99.
.
-~-
/~br
ORDINANCE NO. - 99
.
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 ~nd 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 l\fUNICIP AL CODE (BUILDING REGULA nON ADMINISTRA nON);
REPEALING CHAPTER 7.56 OF THE DUBLIN MUNICIPAL CODE
(S\VIMMING POOL ENCLOSURES)
The City Council of the City of Dublin does ordain as follows:
Section 1.
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!. Exhibit A), 7.36 (as set forth in Attachment!. Exhibit B),
7.40 (as set forth in Attachment!. Exhibit C), 7.44 (as set forth in Exhibit D), and 7.48 (as set forth in
Attachment 1, 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 ofthe Dublin Municipal Code (as set forth in Attachment !.Exlnbit 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.
.
A. tt~c.hmp.nt 1
;z,oOb~
Section 4.
Chapter 7.28 of the 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.
Chapter 7.28 of the Dublin Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding Section 7.28.155 (Code
Conflicts) as set forth in Attachment 1. Exhibit G.
Section 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 of the 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. 96-99. 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.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY the City Council of the City of Dublin on this 18th day of May, 1999, by
the following votes:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
.
K2/G/5-4-99/ord-ubc
A tt~c:hmpnt 1
.
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
7.32.11 0
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
7.32.205
7.32.210
7.32.220
7.32.230
3.:66g'
Chapter 7.32
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.
Rep~ir 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 3101.1, Chapter 31,Prohibited Installations-Added
Section 3208, Chapter 32, Signs-Added. .
Section 1010, Appendix Chapter 10, Building security-Amended.
Section 1020, Appendix Chapter 10,Non-ResidentiaI Building
security-Added.
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.
.
Page 1 of21
EXHI-BIT A
L( ~ t~-
7.32.030 Adoption.
Certain documents, a copy of which is on file in the office ofthe 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.
.
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 ofthe
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 ofthe
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. .
Page 2 of21
5 ~ 6g-
.
7.32.070 Additions, alterations and repairs-Code compliance.
Additions, alterations or repairs may be Il).ade to any building or structure without
requiring the existing building~or structure-to comply with all the requirements of this
code, provided the addition, afieration 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.
.
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 ofthe 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
located as required for new Group R, Division 3 Occupancies. Further more spark
Page 3 of21
b z6 6~~
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).
.
Page 4 of21
?~b<r
.
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
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 1\1 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-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
Page 5 of21
g' erf bt'
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 roofmg 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.
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.
*
Editor's Note: Figure 15-1 is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
.
Page 60f21
9'arf'b5"
.
7.32.170 Section 1619. Chapter 16, Division III, Wind design-Amended.
Section 1619 is amended to read:
Section 1619 Expos~e.
All portions of the 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 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".
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:
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.
7.32.205 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 EP A (Should EP A develop a fireplace
certification program.)
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).
Page 7 of21
/6czf6r
7.32.220 Section 1010, Appendix Chapter 10, Building security - Amended
Section 1010 is amended to read:
~
.
1010 Residential Secu~ty 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.
(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.
(6) Each principal building shall display the number or letter assigned to that
building on each comer 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.
.
Page 8 of21
.
.
.
II co ~f
(5) Barriers, both real and symbolic, shall be designed to afford opportunities for
surveillance through the barrier.
(6) For residential develop~ent, walls shall be a minimum of6 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:
(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 oflight 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 oflight.
(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.
Page 9 of21
/~ ~
6~
(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;
(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 of7 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.
(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.
(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
.
Page 10 of21
;3 ~ b g-
.
person to exit their vehicle to reach it, nor to require any back-up movements in order to
enter/exit the gate.
--
't.
(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
.
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 of
the 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 (1/2) inch in length.
.
(2) The laundry room shall be illuminated at all times with a minimum
maintainedj 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.
Page 11 of21
-
/f ~ t 8'
(3) Any portion of an openable window which is within eight (8) feet vertically .
or six (6) feet horizontally from any ac;cessible 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 oflaundry 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 'lS.) 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.
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.
.
Page 12 of 21
;5 ozr b ~
.
(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.
1:.
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) Addressing. 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 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 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.
.
Page 13 of21
/6 ~ 6 ~
(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.
(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.
(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.
.
Page 14 of21
;?&zf br
.
(9) Covered parking lots or covered portions of parking lots shall be illuminated with
a uniformly maintained minimum level of one foot candle oflight 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) 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 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 boIt 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 boIt diameter of three-eighths (3/8)
inch may be used in a residential building. The slide boIt 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.
Page 15 of21
/% 03 61"
(e) Emergency Access
.
(1) Private roads and parking areas of 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:
(a) All doors using an electromagnetic type oflock 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 deadboIt 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 offive pin
.
Page 16 of21
/1.rJ b g
.
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 ofthe
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:
(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.
(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.
Page 17 of21
dO ~ {, g
(c) Double doors containing panic hardware shall have an astragal
attached to the doors at their meetiI?g 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.
(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
.
Page 18 of21
;2./ ~ b~
.
(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
securel)' fastened; or
...
(3) Steel grills of at least one-eighth (1/8) inch material with a
maximum two (2) inches mesh under the skyrlight 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 (1/2) 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 (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 roofladders 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.
Page 19 of21
,;:<) '5 bg
(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. lfpedestrian 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. lfpedestrian 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.
(j) 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.
.
Page 20 of21
~'3 ~ b g
.
(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 ~isibility around comers.
...
.
.
Page 21 of21
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
;zt/ ~ ~g
Chapter 7.36
.
1996 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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 of this
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 ofthis 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 .
Page 1 of3
EXHIBit B
;2.> ~ {, q
.
pertinent limitations shall prevail which provide greater safety to life, health, property or
public welfare. ~
C. Electrical appliances and ~quipment 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.
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.
.
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 ofthis 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.
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 ofthe 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
Page 2 of3
;{b ~ br
space including any wall space two (2) feet (610 rom) or more in width and the wall
space occupied by sliding panels in exteri<?r 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 rom) 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 12) 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 ofa 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.
.
.
Page 3 of3
.
.
.
~~ ~ t:,6
Chapter 7.40
1997 UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE
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
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 ofthis 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 ofthe 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.
Page 1 00
EXHIBITl C
:< Z- cD b I"
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.
\Vbenever 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 ofthe 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 ofthe 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 distrlbution 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 ofthe Building Official. When approved; such piping shall be
installed in accordance with the following requirements:
.
Page 2 of3
.
.
.
;<c; cz) b $
7.40.080 Section 701.1, Chapter 7, Materials-Amended.
Section 701.1 is amended by replacing subse.ction 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 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.
Page 3 of3
1.- _' -.:-_~
30 c6 8g.
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 of this 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.
Page 1 of2
EXHIBIT: D
.J /C{5 t:,g
.
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.
,.
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.
7.44.070 Chapter 1 Administration-Deleted.
Chapter 1. including Parts 1,2 and 3 is deleted.
.
Page 2 of2
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
7.48.11 0
7.48.120
7.48.130
7.48.140
3~ ~ bg
Chapter 7.48
.
1997 UNIFORM HOUSING CODE
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."
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. ofthe
Government Code ofthe 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
Page 10f3
EXHIBIT~ E
.
.
.
33 -6 e:.g
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 portiol;} thereof is used or intended to be used as a combination
apartment house-hotel, the provisions ofthis code shall apply to the separate portions as ifthey
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. Ifthe 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.
Page 2 of3
7.48.120 Chapter 14, Enforcement of o_rder of Building Official or the Board of
Appeals-Deleted.
Chapter 14 is deleted.
ii>
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.
Page 3 of3
j9' 15 ~~
.
.
.
:.
I
.
35 ~ 1::,1'
Cha pter 5.08
FIRE CODE
..
Sections:
5.08.010
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
5.08.010
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 +994-1997 edition and 1998 edition of the California Fire Code thereof and whole thereof
(including appendices IA, IB, IC, lIA, lIB, IIC, lID, lIE, IIF, IIG, IIH, III, IILAA, IIIBB, mc,
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, +994 1997 edition and the Uniform Fire
Code Standards, +994 1997 edition are hereby adopted and incorporated as fuI1y as if set out at
length herein, and from the date on which this Ordinance shall take effect, the provisions thereof
shall be controIIing \vithin the limits of the City of Dublin. (Ord 12-97 ~ 1 )
5.08.020
Authority
The fire department referred to herein and in the Uniform Fire Code and Uniform Fire Code
Standards shaH be the entity which provides fire suppression and prevention services to the City
by contract, and the Fire Chief referred to herein shaH 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 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 l.
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:
EXHIBIT! f
3~ .:06 C:,g-
Section 101.10. Applicability. \Vhere 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.
't-.,
Section 1 03.1.2.~ ! Requests for Alternative .Means of Protection. Section 103.1.2.;!' 1 is
amended to read as follows:
Section 103.1.2.~.! Requests for Alternative Means of Protection. Requests for approval to
use an alternative material, assembly or IJ)aterials, equipment, method of construction, method of
installation of equipment, or means of protection shall be made in \\Titing 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. I is amended to read as follows:
Section 103.1.4.1 Board of Appeals.
.
A. Any person aggrieved \vith the decision of the Fire Chief in connection \\ith 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 con1:raIy 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. Tnat the interpretation or variance will not lessen the protection to the people of the City
and the property situated therein.
.
.
.
.
39 15 b~
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 Counfil shall make findings that the material, method or \\!ork
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 shaIl 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 shaIl be final.
Section 103.2.1.2. Fire Prevention Bureau Personnel and Police. Section 103.2.1.2 IS
amended to read as foIlows:
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 duIy 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.
3%" ~ t. t
Section 103.2.3.5. Authority to Require Exposure or Stop 'York. Whenever any installation .
of fire protection devices covered by this Code is concealed without first having been inspected,
the Fire Chief may require, by'~tten 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
foIIows:
Item c.10. Christmas Tree Sales. To use property for the purpose of selling cut Christmas
trees. See applicable provisions of Article 25, Section 2501, am! Article 11, Section 11 03 for
combustible materials and ADDendix 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 follo\ving
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 exiension 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
?;7 '!5 bE
. 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. Sectiop 902.2.2 is amended by adding a sentence to 902.1.2.2
and subsection 902.2.2.7 to read as follows:
902.1.2.2. Fire and Emer2:encv Access Roads approved for construction sites shall be desi!!I1d to
meet the reauirements 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 bv the Department of Public
Works prior to commencement of combustible stora2:e or anv 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 follO\v1ng 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 'Vater 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 'Vater 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), 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 903.4.3. Protection, ~IarkiIlg and Obstruction of Hydrants. Section 903.1.: IS
wl1cnde:: in its cntirctj. to rcad as follows:
!/f)-66S
Section 903.1.~. Protection, Marlting ilIld Obstruction of Hydrants. Fire hydrants subject to
possible vehicular dnma;e shall be adequntely protected with guard posts in accordance ,,1th
Section 8001.9.3. For markin;, 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 1003.2.911, 1003.2.W 12, 1003.2.H 13, 1003.2.H 14, 1003.2.H 15, 1003.2.-l4l.Q,
1003.2.H lQ.1 and 1003.2.-l4lQ.2 are added to read as follows:
Section 1003.2.1. General. An automatic fire e:x."1inguishing 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 1003.2.82. 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.
1003.2.911. .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.M 12. R-3 Occupancies. Those systems installed in R-3 Occupancies shall be in
accordance with NFP A 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.
.
I
I
.
f .
~
j'
.
.
.
t.jl ~ t:, r
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.H 14. Buildings Three Stories in Height. An automatic sprinkler system shall
be instaIled 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 tov..TIhouses) need not
comply v,,'ith section 1003.2.12 above provided they do not exceed the square footage set forth in
Table 1003A.
Section 1003.2.H 15. Other Codes. An automatic sprinkler system shall be instaIled in all
other occupancies as may be required by the Uniform Building Code or the California Building
Code.
Section 1003.2.-14 16. Existing Buildings. All changes of occupancy classification in existing
buildings shall comply with the requirements contained in Section 1003.2 and Table 1003A.
Section 1003.2.-14 16.1. \Vhen 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 eA1:inguishing system, single
family dwellings need not comply with Section 1003.2.44lQ.l 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 determine if an automatic fire
extinguishing system will be required.
EXCEPTION: Unless already provided with an automatic fire eA1:inguishing system, single
family dwellings need not comply with Section 1003.2.44 lQ.2 above.
'I). 06 {, r .
.
(~
TABLE 1003A Summary of Requirements is added in its entirety as shown below:
ypeo onstnctlOn 1
OCCUPANCY I I II III IV I V
GROUP
A Div 1 I 5,000 I 5,000 I 5,000 I 5,000 I N/A
A Div 2 ** I 5,000 I 5,000 5,000 I 5,000 I 3,000
A Div 2.1 ** I 5,000 5,000 5,000 I 5,000 I 3,000
A Diy 3 I 5,000 I 5.000 I 5,000 I 5,000 I 3,000
A Diy 4 I 5,000 , 5,000 I 5,000 I 5,000 I 3,000
BDiy I 5,000 , 5,000 5,000 I 5,000 I 3.000
E Diy 1 I As reouired I Bv California I Building I Code I
E Div 2 , 5,000 I 5,000 5,000 I 3,000 I 3.000
E Diy 3 I 5,000 I 5,000 I 5,000 I 5,000 I 3,000
F Diy 1 I 5,000 I 5,000 5,000 I 5,000 I 3,000
F Diy 2 I 5,000 5,000 5,000 I 5,000 I 3,000
H Diy 1 I All I I I
H Diy 2 I All I I I I
H Diy 3 I All I I I
H Diy 4 I 3,000 3,000 3,000 I 3,000 I 3,000
I H Div 5 I 5,000 I 5,000 5,000 I 5,000 I 3.000
I H Diy 6 I All I , I I
H Diy 7 I All I I I
IDiy 1 ** I All I I
I Div 2 ** I All
I I Diy 3 I All I
MDiv I 5,000 5,000 5,000 I 5,000 I 3,000
R Diy 1 I 5,000 I 5,000 5,000 I 5,000 I 3,000
R Diy 3 I 5,000 1 5,000 5,000 5,000 I 5,000
S Div 1 I 5,000 I 5,000 5,000 I 5,000 I 3,000
S Div 2 I 5,000 I 5,000 5,000 5,000 3,000
S Div 3 I 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000
** Not
permitted in IT
N and rIIN
Construction
Table 1003A
Summary of Requirements
T fC .. (UBe 994)
.
, -
I
;.
.
.
13<71 bf
Section 1006.2.4.1 Ceneral. Section 1006.2.1.1 is amended to re:ld as follows.
Section 1006.2.4.1 Ceneral. .^~utomatic fire c:\:tinguishin; systems shall be
interconnected to the fuel or current supply for cooking equipment. The interconnection
shall be arranged to automatically shut off all cool~ing equipment and elcctric:l1
receptacles \vhich are Iocatcd under the hood v.hen the systcm is activated.
Shutoff valves or s"I','itches shaII be of a type that requires manu:.I 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 alann systems shaII be U.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:
1. Day Care Facilities
') 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
impnrctical or inappropriate as defined by the Fire Chief.
Section 1007.3.4.2. Certification. Section 1007.3.4.2g is amended in its entirety to read
bv adding: the following: oaraQraoh as follows:
Section 1007.3.4.2. Certification. 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 instaIIations.
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
770 L 7.2 of the Uniform Fire Code, in which storage of eA-plosives 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.
VI/q16~
Section 7802.1. General. Section 7802.1 is amended by adding a fourth exception as
foIIows:
....
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.
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.
COrd. 12-97 g3)
5.08.040
New l\'Iaterials, 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. COrd 12-97 g 4)
.
tjSff b%
.
5.08.050
Violations - Penalties
A. Any person who violates any provisions of the Uniform Fire Code as adopted and
amended herein or fails t3 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)
.
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
7.28.11 0
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
Chapter 7.28 Dublin Municipal Code
1/6 a6 6f.
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.
Page 1 of 23
.
.
EXHIBit G
.
.
.
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
Lj'l1:f bf
Permit- Issuan ce- 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 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;
Page 2 of 23
'Ii"" ~ ~gr
4. Storage and removal of garbage;
5. Sanitation of bedding. _ .
B. For purpose of enforcement ~fthe 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, health 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 ofthis 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 ofthe 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 to this section shall be guilty of a .
misdemeanor.
Page 3 of 23
.
.
.
Vr.v ~1'
7.28.050 Dangerous buildings or struc!ures.
For the purpose of this chapter, apy building or structure which has any of all ofthe conditions
or defects hereinafter described shall be deemed to be a 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 paruc;
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;
1. 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
Page 4 of 23
So czS (; ~ .
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 stQlcture 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.
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 to the 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;
Page 5 of 23
.
.
.
"5/ -rJ ,/
.
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.
.
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.
Page 6 of 23
5,2 .15 6g
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 C~apter 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 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.
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.
.
Page 7 of 23
.
.
.
5"3 ~ b /'
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 Officia(
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 ofthe City.
C. The Building Official may require the sufficient evidence or proofbe 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 of the 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.
7.28.160 Compliance-Tests.
A. Whenever there is insufficient evidence of compliance with the provisions ofthis 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. If there 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.
Page 8 of 23
5f ~ b f' .
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.~anting 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 ofthis chapter;
2. That the interpretation or variance will not lessen the protection to the people ofthe 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 disch~ge 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.
Page 9 of 23
.
.
.
.
.
.
55' =6 bf
7.28.200 Violation-Penalty.
A. Any person, firm or corporation violatinKpr causing, or permitting to be violated any of the
provisions of this chapter shall be ~eemed 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.
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 ofthe 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.
Page 10 of23
56 t( 6%
7.28.250 Mechanical installation.
"Mechanical installation" means any appliance, device, equipment, system or apparatus used .
for or in connection with heating, ~enti1ating, 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
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.
\Vhenever 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 permitsJor 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 Al 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:
.
Page 11 of 23
.
.
.
S/} b() b/
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; _
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 surcha}ge 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;
4. One-story buildings not more than four hundred (400) square feet in area used exclusively
for housing animals, poultry, livestock and similar animals and the storage of necessary food,
hay and grain for the animals housed therein;
5. Agricultural buildings as defined in Section 202 ofthe 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 ofa 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 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;
Page 12 of 23
55 ~ 65,
" ..
20. Nonelectrical signs less than eight (8) feet in height, nonelectrical signs which do not
exceed three (3) pounds per square foot nor fo.ur (4) inches in thickness when fastened flat .
against the wall of any building; apd 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 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 County 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 specifications 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 ofthe 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
Page 13 of 23
.
.
.
.
SY"rf 6g
required by the Building Official. Plans and specifications shall be prepared by a certified
architect, or registered professional engineer 'Yhen required by the Building Official. The owner
shall also submit a complete outli~e ofthe 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 ofthe 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
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 ofthe 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 ofthis 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 ofthe 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.
Page 14 of 23
66 ~ 0~:
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 s1l.bmitted 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
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 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.
Page 15 of 23
~
.
.
.
blo/J6~
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 covfred therein, except that this provision shall not apply to plans
and specifications required to be retained by Section 19850 ofthe Health and Safety Code of the
State of California.
7.28.350 Permit-Issuance-Restrictions.
Permits may be issued to any person notacting in violation of Chapter 7, Division 3, of the
Business and Professions Code of the State of California (Contractor's License Law).
7.28.360 Permittee responsibility.
It shall be the responsibility of a permittee 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 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.
7.28.380 Permit-Expiration-Exception.
A. Permits issued pursuant to this chapter having a valuation of less than one million dollars
($1,000,000) 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 determining when the
permits expire.
Page 16 of23
I <~
/;!.~ b) ._
b :.J
7.28.390 Application expiration.
A. Every application for a permit shall expir~ six (6) months after the application and .
accompanying plans and specifications have been checked.
..
B. Plans and specifications 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 therefore 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
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 of the 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 ofthis chapter, rule or regulation.
.
Page 17 of23
~
..
.
.
.
b3''1fbt
7.28.430 Fees-Generally.
The provisions of this chapter apply to fees c(fllected 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
shall not be required when the work was done or caused to be done by a previous owner ofthe
property.
E. The determination of value or valuation under any of the provisions of this 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.
7.28.440 Permit processing fee.
Each application for a permit shall be accompanied by a fee equal to forty percent (40%) ofthe
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).
Page 18 of23
d /f"
61 '1f D " .
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Completed Inspections
If no inspections 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 and rough plumbing
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
30
27
24
21
.
6.
7.
8.
9.
18
15
12
9
6
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 the minimum permit fee
approved under Section 7.28.430.
D. Where a new permit is applied for more than one (1) year after the expiration of the permit,
the fee shall be based on the valuation ofthe 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 ofthe 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.
.
Page 19 of23
I'
,
.
.
.
65 ~ 61
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
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, pluinbing 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.
Page 20 of 23
6b" 5 b1
C. Whenever a licensed contractor has failed to make corrections in the time specified the
Building Official may refuse to issue permits f<?r any other work to be performed at any location .
within the City until all necessary corrections nave 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
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 ventiiating 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;
I. 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;
Page 21 of 23
.
.
.
.
6t) f5 6r
L. Insulation. \\Then all insulation is in place but before the insulation is covered;
M. Lath. \\Then all backing and lathing, interi.or and exterior, is in place but before any plaster
is applied; -
N. Wallboard. \\Then all wallboafd is in place but before joints and fasteners are taped and
finished;
O. Suspended Ceilings. \\Then 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. \\Then the fire dampers-_are installed in the openings to be protected but before
the ducts are connected;
Q. Final. \\Then 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.
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 installations 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.
Page 22 of 23
625 7f' b(
..
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 mii;ance 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,
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.
.
Page 23 of 23