1144 2015 International Fire Code
ORDINANCE NO. 1144
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS, AMENDING
CHAPTER 15, ARTICLE III, "FIRE CODE" OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES
OF THE CITY OF SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS BY ADOPTING THE 2015 EDITION
OF THE INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE; REPEALING ORDINANCE NUMBER
1087 AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH;
PRESCRIBING REGULATIONS GOVERNING CONDITIONS HAZARDOUS TO
LIFE AND PROPERTY FROM FIRE AND EXPLOSION; PROVIDING FOR THE
ADOPTION OF LOCAL AMENDMENTS THERETO; PROVIDING A PENALTY
CLAUSE; PROVIDING A CUMULATIVE CLAUSE; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING
FOR PUBLICATION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Southlake, Texas is a home rule city acting under its
charter adopted by the electorate pursuant to Article XI, Section 5 of the Texas
Constitution and Chapter 9 of the Local Government Code; and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to adopt the 2015 Edition of the International Fire
Code to provide for the safety of the citizens of Southlake; and
WHEREAS, the Fire Chief has recommended certain amendments to the
International Fire Code, and
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS:
That Article III of Chapter 15 of the Code of Ordinances, City of Southlake,
Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
ARTICLE III. FIRE CODE
Sec. 15-126. Adoption of 2015 Edition of the International Fire Code,
Section 1
Adoption
The City of Southlake hereby adopts the 2015 Edition of the International Fire
Code, including Appendix Chapters A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, K, L AND M published by
the International Code Council, Inc., save and except such portions as are deleted or
amended by this ordinance, and the same are hereby adopted and incorporated as fully
as if set out at length herein. True and correct copies of this document are specified in
Exhibit "A".
Sec. 15-127. Amendments.
That the 2015 International Fire Code, as adopted herein, is hereby amended as
provided in Exhibit "B" incorporated herein and attached hereto for all purposes of this
ordinance. The City of Southlake, Texas may from time to time determine that additional
local modifications to the Fire Code are necessary and appropriate to meet the unique
needs of the City of Southlake, Texas. To effectuate these local modifications, the City
Council shall enact individual ordinances amending this Ordinance, fully setting forth the
change to be made in the Fire Code. These amendments shall be consolidated as
Exhibit "B" to this Ordinance.
Section 2
Penalty
Any person, firm, or corporation who violates, disobeys, omits, neglects or
refuses to comply with or who resists the enforcement of any of the provisions of this
ordinance shall be fined not more than Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00) for all
violations involving zoning, fire safety or public health and sanitation, including dumping
or refuse, and shall be fined not more than five hundred dollars ($500) for all other
violations of this ordinance. Each day that a violation is permitted to exist shall
constitute a separate offense.
Section 3
Cumulative Clause
This ordinance shall be cumulative of all provisions of ordinances of the City of
Southlake, Texas, except where provisions of this ordinance are in direct conflict with
the provisions of another ordinance, in which event the conflicting provisions of the
other ordinance are hereby repealed.
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Section 4
Severability Clause
It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that the phrases,
clauses, sentences, paragraphs, and sections are severable, and if any phrase, clause,
sentence, paragraph, or section of this ordinance shall be declared unconstitutional by
the valid judgment or decree of any court of competent jurisdiction, such
unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the remaining phrases, clauses, sentences,
paragraphs, and sections of this ordinance, since they would have been enacted by the
City Council without the incorporation in this ordinance of the unconstitutional phrase,
clause, sentence, paragraph, or section.
Section 5
Savings Clause
All rights and remedies of the City of Southlake are expressly saved as to any
and all violations of the provisions of Article III, Chapter 15 "Fire Code" of the Code of
Ordinances, City of Southlake, Texas, as amended, or any other ordinances affecting
such code which have accrued at the time of the effective date of this ordinance; and,
as to such accrued violations and all pending litigation, both civil and criminal, whether
pending in court or not, under such ordinances, same shall not be affected by this
ordinance but may be prosecuted until final disposition by the courts.
Section 6
Publication
The City Secretary of the City of Southlake is hereby directed to publish in the
official newspaper of the City of Southlake, the caption, penalty clause, publication
clause and effective date of this ordinance one time within ten days after passage of this
ordinance, as required by Section 3.13 of the Charter of the City of Southlake.
Section 7
Effective Date
This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and
publication as required by law but not before May 1, 2016.
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Exhibit A
2015 International Fire Code Complete Edition
Location:
Office of the Fire Marshal
600 State Street
Southlake, Texas
76092
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EXHIBIT B
Amendments to the 2015 International Fire Code
The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2015 International Fire Code (IFC) are hereby
amended as follows: Standard type is text from the IFC. Underlined type is text inserted. Lined-thn #h
type is deleted text from IFC. A double asterisk (**) at the beginning of a section identifies an amendment
carried over from the 2012 edition of the code and a triple asterisk (***) identifies a new or revised
amendment with the 2015 code.
**Section 102.1;amend#3 to read as follows:
3. Existing structures, facilities, and conditions when required in Chapter 11 or in specific sections of
this code.
(Reason: To clarify that there are other provisions in the fire code applicable to existing buildings that are
not located in Chaster 11, such as Section 505 Premises Identification.)
**Section 105.3.3;amend to read as follows:
105.3.3 Occupancy Prohibited before Approval. The building or structure shall not be occupied prior to
the fire code official issuing a permit when required and conducting associated inspections indicating the
applicable provisions of this code have been met.
(Reason: For clarity to allow for better understanding in areas not requiring such permits, such as
unincorporated areas of counties.)
**Section 105.7;add Section 105.7.19 to read as follows:
105.7.19 Electronic access control systems. Construction permits are required for the installation or
modification of an electronic access control system, as specified in Chapter 10. A separate construction
permit is required for the installation or modification of a fire alarm system that may be connected to the
access control system. Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered a
modification and does not require a permit.
(Reason: Adds construction permit requirements for electronic access control systems affecting access
and/or egress to ensure proper design and installation of such systems. These changes reflect local
•ractices of munici.alities in this re.ion.
** Section 109.4; amend to read as follows:
Section 109.4 Violation Penalties. Any person, firm, or corporation violating any of the provisions or
terms of this Ordinance shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction in the Municipal Court,
shall be subject to a fine not exceeding TWO THOUSAND AND NO/100 ($2,000.00) DOLLARS for each
offense, and each and every day any such violation shall continue shall be deemed to constitute a
separate offense.
**Section 111.4; amend to read as follows:
Section 111.4 Failure to Comply. Any person who shall continue any work after having been served
with a stop work order except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a violation or
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unsafe condition, shall be liable to a fine not to exceed TWO THOUSAND AND NO/100 ($2,000.00)
DOLLARS for each offense, and each and every day any such violation shall continue shall be deemed to
constitute a se•arate offense.
**Section 202; amend and add definitions to read as follows:
**ADDRESSABLE FIRE DETECTION SYSTEM. Any system capable of providing identification of each
individual alarm-initiating device. The identification shall be in plain English and as descriptive as possible
to specifically identify the location of the device in alarm. The system shall have the capability of alarm
verification.
(Reason: To provide a definition that does not exist in the fire code)
***AMBULATORY CARE FACILITY. Buildings or portions thereof used to provide medical, surgical,
psychiatric, nursing, or similar care on a less than 24-hour basis to persons who are rendered incapable
of self-preservation by the services provided. This group may include but not be limited to the following:
- Dialysis centers
- Procedures involving sedation
-Sedation dentistry
-Surgery centers
-Colonic centers
- Psychiatric centers
(Reason: To clarify the range of uses included in the definition)
**ANALOG ADDRESSABLE FIRE DETECTION SYSTEM. Any system capable of calculating a change
in value by directly measurable quantities (voltage, resistance, etc.) at the sensing-point. The physical
analog may be conducted at the sensing point or at the main control panel. The system shall be capable
of compensating for long-term changes in sensor response while maintaining a constant sensitivity. The
compensation shall have a preset point at which a detector maintenance signal shall be transmitted to the
control panel. The sensor shall remain capable of detecting and transmitting an alarm while in
maintenance alert.
(Reason: To provide a definition that does not exist in the fire code)
***ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES. A building or part thereof housing persons, on a 24-hour basis, who
because of age, mental disability or other reasons,live in a supervised residential environment which
provides personal care services. The occupants are capable of responding to an emergency situation
without physical assistance from staff.
(Reason: The code references Assisted Living facilities and definition was deleted)
**ATRIUM. An opening connecting twe three or more stories... [remaining text unchanged)
(Reason: Accepted practice in the region based on legacy codes. IBC Section 1009 permits unenclosed
two story stairways under certain circumstances.)
***DEFEND IN PLACE. A method of emergency response that engages building components and
trained staff to provide occupant safety during an emergency. Emergency response involves remaining in
place, relocating within the building, or both, without evacuating the building.
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(Reason: Added from International Building Code (IBC) definitions for consistency in interpretation of the
subject requirements pertaining to such occupancies.)
**FIRE WATCH. A temporary measure intended to ensure continuous and systematic surveillance of a
building or portion thereof by one or more qualified individuals or standby personnel when required by the
fire code official, for the purposes of identifying and controlling fire hazards, detecting early signs of
unwanted fire, raising an alarm of fire and notifying the fire department.
(Reason: Clearly defines options to the fire department for providing a fire watch.)
**FIREWORKS. Any composition or device for the purpose of producing a visible or an audible effect for
entertainment purposes by combustion, deflagration, of detonation, and/or activated by ignition with a
match or other heat producing device that meets the definition of 1.4G fireworks or 1.3G fireworks as set
forth herein. ... (remainder of text unchanged)...
(Reason: Increased safety from fireworks related injuries.)
**HIGH-PILED COMBUSTIBLE STORAGE: add a second paragraph to read as follows:
Any building classified as a group S Occupancy or Speculative Building that has a clear height in
excess of 14 feet, making it possible to be used for storage in excess of 12 feet, shall be considered
to be high-piled storage. When a specific product cannot be identified, a fire protection system and
life safety features shall be installed as for Class IV commodities, to the maximum pile height.
(Reason: To provide protection for worst-case scenario in flexible or unknown situations.)
**HIGH-RISE BUILDING. A building with an occupied floor located more than 75 55 feet (22 860 16 764
mm)above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
(Reason: Allows for additional construction safety features to be provided, based on firefighting
response capabilities.)
**REPAIR GARAGE. A building, structure or portion thereof used for servicing or repairing motor
vehicles. This occupancy shall also include garages involved in minor repair, modification and servicing of
motor vehicles for items such as lube changes, inspections, windshield repair or replacement, shocks,
minor part replacement, and other such minor repairs.
(Reason: To further clarify types of service work allowed in a repair garage, as well as to correspond with
definition in the IBC.)
**SELF-SERVICE STORAGE FACILITY. Real property designed and used for the purpose of renting or
leasing individual storage spaces to customers for the purpose of storing and removing personal property
on a self-service basis.
(Reason: To provide a definition that does not exist in the fire code.)
**STANDBY PERSONNEL. Qualified fire service personnel, approved by the Fire Chief. When utilized,
the number required shall be as directed by the Fire Chief. Charges for utilization shall be as normally
calculated by the jurisdiction.
(Reason: To provide a definition that does not exist in the fire code.)
***UPGRADED OR REPLACED FIRE ALARM SYSTEM. A fire alarm system that is upgraded or
replaced includes, but is not limited to the following:
• Replacing one single board or fire alarm control unit component with a newer model
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• Installing a new fire alarm control unit in addition to or in place of an existing one
• Conversion from a horn system to an emergency voice/alarm communication system
• Conversion from a conventional system to one that utilizes addressable or analog devices
The following are not considered an upgrade or replacement:
• Firmware updates
• Software updates
• Replacing boards of the same model with chips utilizing the same or newer firmware
(Reason: This is referenced in several places, but the wording of "upgraded or replaced" is somewhat
ambiguous and open to interpretation. Defining it here allows for consistent application across the
re•ion.)
**Section 307.1.1;amend to read as follows:
307.1.1 Prohibited Open Burning. Open burning prohibited that is offensive or objectionable
because of smoke emissions or when atmospheric conditions or local circumstances make such fires
hazardous shall be prohibited.
Exception: {No change.}
(Reason: To further protect adjacent property owners/occupants from open burning and/or smoke
emissions from open burning.)
**Section 307.2;amend to read as follows:
307.2 Permit Required. A permit shall be obtained from the fire code official in accordance with Section
105.6 prior to kindling a fire for recognized silvicultural or range or wildlife management practices,
prevention or control of disease or pests, or open burning a bonfirc. Application for such approval shall
only be presented by and permits issued to the owner of the land upon which the fire is to be kindled.
Examples of state or local law, or regulations referenced elsewhere in this section may include but not be
limited to the following:
1. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) guidelines and/or restrictions.
2. State, County, or Local temporary or permanent bans on open burning.
3. Local written policies as established by the fire code official.
(Reason: Amendments to 307.2, 307.4, 307.4.3, and 307.5 better explain current requirements and
recognize that jurisdictions have local established policies that best fit their environments.)
**Section 307.3; amend to read as follows:
307.3 Extinguishment Authority. £ --- --- e- - - -- -- - - - -- - - - - - ---
- _ _ -_ e e _- -- - _ _.- ---- - -- - --- -- •••e - -- - - . The fire code official is
authorized to order the extinguishment by the permit holder, another person responsible, or the
fire department of open burning that creates or adds to a hazardous or obiectionable situation.
(Reason: Provides direction as to responsible parties relative to extinguishment of the subject open
burnin•.)
**Section 307.4; amend to read as follows:
307.4 Location. The location for open burning shall not be less than 50 300 feet (15 210 91 440 mm)
from any structure, and provisions shall be made to prevent the fire from spreading to within 50 300 feet
(15 240 91 440 mm) of any structure.
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Exceptions: {No change.}
(Reason: To increase the separation distance thereby increasing the safety to adjacent properties, as per
a..licable TCEQ rules and re.ulations re.ardin. outdoor burnin..)
**Section 307.4.3, Exceptions:add exception#2 to read as follows:
Exceptions:
2. Where buildings, balconies and decks are protected by an approved automatic
sprinkler system.
(Reason: To reflect similar allowances for o•en-flame cookin• in these same locations.
**Section 307.4.4 and 5; add section 307.4.4 and 307.4.5 to read as follows:
307.4.4 Permanent Outdoor Firepit. Permanently installed outdoor firepits for recreational fire purposes
shall not be installed within 10 feet of a structure or combustible material.
Exception: Permanently installed outdoor fireplaces constructed in accordance with the
International Building Code.
307.4.5 Trench Burns. Trench burns shall be conducted in air curtain trenches and in accordance with
Section 307.2.
(Reason: To provide a greater level of safety for this potentially hazardous fire exposure condition.
Decrease in separation distance allowed for outdoor firepits due to permanent nature of construction
havin• substantial securement.
**Section 307.5;amend to read as follows:
307.5 Attendance. Open burning, trench burns, bonfires, recreational fires, and use of portable outdoor
fireplaces shall be constantly attended until the... {Remainder of section unchanged)
(Reason: Adds attendance for trench burns based on •revious amendment •rovision for such.)
**Section 308.1.4;amend to read as follows:
308.1.4 Open-flame Cooking Devices. Charcoal burners and other oOpen-flame cooking devices,
charcoal grills and other similar devices used for cooking shall not be operated located or used on
combustible balconies, decks, or within 10 feet(3048 mm)of combustible construction.
Exceptions:
1. One- and two-family dwellings, except that LP-gas containers are limited to a water capacity not
greater than 50 pounds (22.68 kg) [nominal 20 pound (9.08 kg) LP-gas capacity] with an
aggregate LP-gas capacity not to exceed 100 lbs (5 containers).
2. Where buildings, balconies and decks are protected by an approved automatic sprinkler system,
except that LP-gas containers are limited to a water capacity not greater than 50 pounds (22.68
kg) [nominal 20 pound (9.08 kg) LP-gas capacity], with an aggregate LP-gas capacity not to
exceed 40 lbs (2 containers).
3. {No change.}
(Reason: Decrease fire risk in multi-family dwellings and minimizes ignition sources and clarify allowable
limits for 1 & 2 family dwellings, and allow an expansion for sprinklered multi-family uses. This
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amendment adds clarification and defines the container size allowed for residences.)
**Section 308.1.6.2, Exception #3;amend to read as follows:
Exceptions:
3. Torches or flame-producing devices in accordance with Section 308.4 308.1.3.
(Reason: Section identified in •ublished fire code is Ma.•ro.nate.)
***Section 308.1.6.3;amend to read as follows:
308.1.6.3 Sky Lanterns. A person shall not release or cause to be released an me ed unmanned
free-floating device containing an open flame or other heat source, such as but not limited to a sky
lantern.
(Reason: Eliminates the potential fire hazard presented by utilization of such devices and the potential
accidental release of such devices.)
**Section 311.5;amend to read as follows:
311.5 Placards. Any The fire code official is authorized to require marking of any vacant or abandoned
buildings or structures determined to be unsafe pursuant to Section 110 of this code relating to structural
or interior hazards, shall h. owed as required by Section 311.5.1 through 311.5.5.
(Reason: There may be situations where placarding is not desired or necessary; also clarifies intent that
it is not the fire code official's responsibilit to .rovide the placard.)
***{Note that prior amendment to Section 401.9 in the 2012 IFC recommended amendments has been
relocated to Section 901.6.3 as a more ap•ro'date location for the requirement.]
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***Section 403.5;amend Section 403.5 to read as follows:
403.5 Group E Occupancies. An approved fire safety and evacuation plan in accordance with Section
404 shall be prepared and maintained for Group E occupancies and for buildings containing both a Group
E occupancy and an atrium. A diagram depicting two evacuation routes shall be posted in a conspicuous
location in each classroom. Group E occupancies shall also comply with Sections 403.5.1 through
403.5.3.
(Reason: The diagrams are intended to assist with egress in such occupancies—specifically, the primary
teacher is not always present to assist children with egress. Also, such will help reinforce evacuation drill
requirements.)
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***Section 404.2.2;add Number 4.10 to read as follows:
4.10 Fire extinguishing system controls.
(Reason: The committee believed this information could be of great help to such plans to facilitate
locatin• s•rinkler valves to minimize water damage, for instance.)
***Section 405.4;amend Section 405.4 to read as follows:
405.4 Time. The fire code official may require an evacuation drill at any time. Drills shall be held at
unexpected times and under varying conditions to simulate the unusual conditions that occur in case of
fire.
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(Reason: This change clarifies who may require a fire or evacuation drill).
**Section 501.4;amend to read as follows:
501.4 Timing of Installation. When fire apparatus access roads or a water supply for fire protection is
required to be installed for any structure or development, they shall be installed, tested, and approved
prior to the time of which construction has progressed beyond completion of the foundation of any
structure. , --- e e -- - -•- - - -- - ••-e- --- .---- e •- - -."-
(Reason:
- - -(Reason: Reflects current practice in the region relative to ensuring fire department and EMS access
durin• construction, which can be a time of increased frequenc for emer•ency incidents.
**Section 503.1.1; add sentence to read as follows:
Except for one- or two-family dwellings, the path of measurement shall be along a minimum of a ten feet
(10')wide unobstructed pathway around the external walls of the structure.
(Reason: Recognizes that the hose lay provision can only be measured along a pathway that is wide
enough for fire fighter access.)
**Section 503.2.1;amend to read as follows:
503.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 20
24 feet (6096-mm 7315 mm), exclusive of shoulders, except for approved security gates in accordance
with Section 503.6, and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13 feet 6 inches (4115 mm)
14 feet(4267 mm).
Exception: Vertical clearance may be reduced; provided such reduction does not impair access by
fire apparatus and approved signs are installed and maintained indicating the established vertical
clearance when approved.
(Reason: Amendments to 503.2.1 recognizes that the equipment now used in firefighting is increasing in
size. The code already recognizes that larger dimensions may be required under Section 503.2.2. The
amendments are to standardize the dimensions for this area. With the increase in fire apparatus size,
this will allow for the passage of two fire apparatus during a fire or EMS emergency.)
**Section 503.2.2; amend to read as follows:
503.2.2 Authority. The fire code official shall have the authority to require an increase in the minimum
access widths and vertical clearances where they are inadequate for fire or rescue operations.
(Reason: Amendments to 503.2.2 recognizes that the equipment now used in firefighting is increasing in
size. The code already recognizes that larger dimensions may be required under Section 503.2.2. The
amendments are to standardize the dimensions for this area. With the increase in fire apparatus size,
this will allow for the •assa•e of two fire a.•aratus durin. a fire or EMS emer•ency.)
**Section 503.2.3;amend 503.2.3 to read as follows;add 503.2.3.1 to read as follows:
503.2.3 Surface. All weather surfaces shall be asphalt or concrete. Fire lanes shall be designed to
support a minimum 85,000 lbs. GVW load. Subqrade shall be stabilized per engineers report. Concrete
fire lanes shall be a minimum five (5) inches thick 3600 psi 5 '/ sack concrete reinforced with #4 rebar on
18 inch centers. Asphalt fire lane shall be a minimum six (6) inches thick. Drive approaches shall be a
minimum six(6) inches thick 3600 psi 5 %2 sack concrete reinforced with #4 rebar on 18 inch centers both
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ways on chairs.
(Reason: Amendments to 503.2.3 recognizes that the equipment now used in firefighting is increasing in
size, thus requiring a greater GVW requirement. This will address the current size of fire trucks in use—
figure derived from DOT requirements for waiver of vehicle exceeding such weight.)
**Section 503.2.3.1 Private Access Easements Shall Be Built To City Street Standards.
(Reason: Amendments to 503.2.3.1 recognizes that the equipment now used in firefighting is increasing
in size, thus requiring a greater GVW requirement. With the increase in fire apparatus size, this will allow
for the passage of two fire apparatus during a fire or EMS emergency. Addition of 503.2.3.1 to provide a
standard for private access easements.)
**Section 503.3;amend to read as follows:
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503.3 Marking. -- - -- - - - - - - -
• - • - - - -e• •- - e- • e ' • ' - Striping, signs, or other markings, when
approved by the fire code official, shall be provided for fire apparatus access roads to identify such roads
or prohibit the obstruction thereof. The means by which fire lanes are designated Striping, signs and
other markings shall be maintained in a clean and legible condition at all times and be replaced or
repaired when necessary to provide adequate visibility.
(1)Striping—Fire apparatus access roads shall be continuously marked by painted lines of red traffic
paint six inches (6") in width to show the boundaries of the lane. The words "NO PARKING FIRE
LANE" or"FIRE LANE NO PARKING" shall appear in four inch (4")white letters at 25 feet intervals on
the red border markings along both sides of the fire lanes. Where a curb is available, the striping
shall be on the vertical face of the curb.
(2) Signs—Signs shall read "NO PARKING FIRE LANE" or"FIRE LANE NO PARKING" and shall be
12" wide and 18" high. Signs shall be painted on a white background with letters and borders in red,
using not less than 2" lettering. Signs shall be permanently affixed to a stationary post and the
bottom of the sign shall be six feet, six inches (6'6") above finished grade. Signs shall be spaced not
more than fifty feet(50') apart along both sides of the fire lane. Signs may be installed on permanent
buildings or walls or as approved by the Fire Chief.
(Reason: Establishes a standard method of markin• and reflects local long-standin. •ractices.)
**Section 503.4;amend to read as follows:
503.4 Obstruction of Fire Apparatus Access Roads. Fire apparatus access roads shall not be
obstructed in any manner, including the parking of vehicles. The minimum widths and clearances
established in Section 503.2.1 and any area marked as a fire lane as described in Section 503.3 shall be
maintained at all times.
(Reason: As originally worded, the section implied that vehicles could be parked in the marked fire lane
and not be in violation if the minimum width is still maintained. Current accepted enforcement practice is
to require the entire marked fire lane to be maintained clear and unobstructed.)
***Section 503.6.1;add new section to read as follows:
503.6.1 Emergency Vehicle Access. All security gates shall be provided with a manual means of
operating the security gate and an automatic means of operation. The automatic means of operation
shall be accomplished with an opticom or a KS-2 switch.
(Reason: Provide access for emergency vehicles during normal operating conditions and in the event of
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a power failure to the security gate control equipment.)
***Section 505.1;amend to read as follows:
505.1 Address Identification. New and existing buildings shall be provided with approved
address identification. The address identification shall be legible and placed in a position that is
visible from the street or road fronting the property. Address identification characters shall
contrast with their background. Address numbers shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical
letters. Numbers shall not be spelled out. Each character shall be not less than 4 inches (102
6 inches (152.4 mm) high with a minimum stroke width of 1/2 inch (12.7 mm). Where
required by the fire code official, address numbers shall be provided in additional approved
locations to facilitate emergency response. Where access is by means of a private road,
buildings do not immediately front a street, and/or the building cannot be viewed from the public
way, a monument, pole or other sign with approved 6 inch (152.4 mm) height building numerals
or addresses and 4 inch (101.6 mm) height suite/apartment numerals of a color contrasting with
the background of the building or other approved means shall be used to identify the structure.
Numerals or addresses shall be posted on a minimum 20 inch (508 mm) by 30 inch (762 mm)
background on border. Address identification shall be maintained.
Exception: R-3 Single Family occupancies shall have approved numerals of a minimum
3 1/2 inches (88.9 mm) in height and a color contrasting with the background clearly
visible and legible from the street fronting the property and rear alleyway where such
alleyway exists.
(Reason: To increase the minimum addressing requirements for commercial properties and
establish a minimum for single-family residential properties Such improves legibility of these
signs which are critical to emergency response in a more timely manner.) (Matches amendment
to IBC 501.2)
**Section 507.4; change to read as follows:
507.4 Water Supply Test Date and Information. The water supply test used for hydraulic calculation of
fire protection systems shall be conducted in accordance with NFPA 291 "Recommended Practice for Fire
Flow Testing and Marking of Hydrants" and within one year of sprinkler plan submittal. The fire code
official shall be notified prior to the water supply test. Water supply tests shall be witnessed by the fire
code official or designee, as required : --- - "e ---- •-. - •e- - .- -- - - - - --- - •-
--- - - - - - -- - - - -- - - -- -- - - -••. The exact location of the static/residual
hydrant and the flow hydrant shall be indicated on the design drawings. All fire protection plan submittals
shall be accompanied by a hard copy of the waterflow test report, or as approved by the fire code official.
The report must indicate the dominant water tank level at the time of the test and the maximum and
minimum operating levels of the tank, as well, or identify applicable water supply fluctuation. The
licensed contractor must then design the fire protection system based on this fluctuation information, as
per the applicable referenced NFPA standard. Reference Section 903.3.5 for additional design
requirements.
(Reason: Clarifies intent of the test to ensure contractor accounts for water supply fluctuations.)
**Section 507;shall be amended by adding the following section:
507.5.1 Where required. This section provides the minimum hydrant requirements. Whenever the fire
flow requirements of Appendix C require additional hydrants they are also required. The location, number
and type of fire hydrants connected to a water supply capable of delivering the required fire flow shall be
provided on the public street or on the site of the premises, or both, to be protected as required and
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approved by the Fire Code Official.
Maximum spacing of Fire hydrants shall be in accordance with the following distances:
Occupancy Unsprinklered Sprinklered
R-3 and U Occupancies 400 feet 600 feet
All Others 300 feet 500 feet
Hydrants shall be provided at all intersecting streets and at intermediate locations between intersections
as prescribed above, measured as the hose would be laid. Fire hydrants shall be accessible to the fire
department apparatus by roads which meet the requirements of Section 503.2.
(Reason: To provide minimum hydrant spacing standards.)
**Section 507.5.4;amend to read as follows:
507.5.4 Obstruction. Unobstructed access to fire hydrants shall be maintained at all times. Posts,
fences, vehicles, growth, trash, storage and other materials or objects shall not be placed or kept near fire
hydrants, fire department inlet connections or fire protection system control valves in a manner that would
prevent such equipment or fire hydrants from being immediately discernible. The fire department shall not
be deterred or hindered from gaining immediate access to fire protection equipment or fire hydrants.
(Reason: Maintains wording from 2006 Codo previous code to ensure these critical devices are available
in an emergency incident.)
**Section 509.1.2; add new Section 509.1.2 to read as follows:
509.1.2 Sign Requirements. Unless more stringent requirements apply, lettering for signs required by
this section shall have a minimum height of 2 inches (50.8 mm) when located inside a building and
4 inches (101.6 mm)when located outside, or as approved by the fire code official. The letters shall be of
a color that contrasts with the background.
(Reason: Provides direction as to a.•ro.riate si.n criteria to develo. consistenc in this re•ard.)
**Section 603.3.2.1, Exception; amend exception to read as follows:
Exception: The aggregate capacity limit shall be permitted to be increased to 3,000 gallons
(11,356 L) in accordance with all requirements of Chapter 57. of Class II or III liquid for storage
.. (Delete remainder of Exception)
(Reason: Chan.a to Section 5704.2.9.5 is included in this amendment •acka.e.)
**Section 603.3.2.2;amend to read as follows:
603.3.2.2 Restricted Use and Connection. Tanks installed in accordance with Section
603.3.2 shall be used only to supply fuel oil to fuel-burning equipment installed in
accordance with Section 603.3.2.4. Connections between tanks and equipment supplied by
such tanks shall be made using closed piping systems.
(Reason: Relocate the exception to Chapter 57 for applicability to generator sets, due to contradictory
charging statement in 603.1 to not apply to internal combustion engines. Further, such large quantities of
combustible li.uid are more thorou•hl addressed in Cha.ter 57 relative to such tanks.
***Section 604;amend and add to read as follows:
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604.1.1 Stationary Generators. Stationary emergency and standby power generators required by this
code shall be listed in accordance with UL 2200.
604.1.2 Installation. Emergency power systems and standby power systems shall be installed in
accordance with the International Building Code, NFPA 70, NFPA 110 and NFPA 111. Existing
installations shall be maintained in accordance with the original approval, except as specified in
Chapter 11.
604.1.3 through 604.1.8(No changes to these sections.}
604.1.9 Critical Operations Power Systems (COPS). For Critical Operations Power Systems
necessary to maintain continuous power supply to facilities or parts of facilities that require continuous
operation for the reasons of public safety, emergency management, national security, or business
continuity, see NFPA 70.
604.2 Where Required. Emergency and standby power systems shall be provided where required by
Sections 604.2.1 through 604-2.16 604.2.24 or elsewhere identified in this code or any other referenced
code.
604.2.1 through 604.2.3{No change.}
604.2.4 Emergency Voice/alarm Communications Systems. Emergency
power shall be provided for emergency voice/alarm communications systems in the following
occupancies, or as specified elsewhere in this code, as required in Section 907.5.2.2.5. The system shall
be capable of powering the required load for a duration of not less than 24 hours, as required in NFPA 72.
Covered and Open Malls, Section 907.2.20 and 914.2.3
Group A Occupancies, Sections 907.2.1 and 907.5.2.2.4.
Special Amusement Buildings, Section 907.2.12.3
High-rise Buildings, Section 907.2.13
Atriums, Section 907.2.14
Deep Underground Buildings, Section 907.2.19
604.2.5 through 604.2.11 {No change.}
604.2.12 Means of Egress Illumination. Emergency power shall be provided for means of egress
illumination in accordance with Sections 1008.3 and 1104.5.1. (90 minutes)
604.2.13 Membrane Structures. Emergency power shall be provided for exit signs in temporary tents
and membrane structures in accordance with Section 3103.12.6.1. (90 minutes) Standby power shall be
provided for auxiliary inflation systems in permanent membrane structures in accordance with Section
2702 of the International Building Code. (4 hours) Auxiliary inflation systems shall be provided in
temporary air-supported and air-inflated membrane structures in accordance with section 3103.10.4.
604.2.14(No change.)
604.2.15 Smoke Control Systems. Standby power shall be provided for smoke control systems in the
following occupancies, or as specified elsewhere in this code, as required in Section 909.11:
Covered Mall Building, International Building Code, Section 402.7
Atriums, International Building Code, Section 404.7
Underground Buildings, International Building Code, Section 405.8
Group 1-3, International Building Code, Section 408.4.2
Stages, International Building Code, Section 410.3.7.2
Special Amusement Buildings (as applicable to Group A's), International Building Code, Section
411.1
Smoke Protected Seating, Section 1029.6.2.1
604.2.17 Covered and Open Mall Buildings. Emergency power shall be provided in accordance with
Section 907.2.20 and 914.2.3.
604.2.18 Airport Traffic Control Towers. A standby power system shall be provided in airport traffic
control towers more than 65 ft. in height. Power shall be provided to the following equipment:
1. Pressurization equipment, mechanical equipment and lighting.
2. Elevator operating equipment.
3. Fire alarm and smoke detection systems.
604.2.19 Smokeproof Enclosures and Stair Pressurization Alternative. Standby power shall be
provided for smokeproof enclosures, stair pressurization alternative and associated automatic fire
detection systems as required by the International Building Code, Section 909.20.6.2.
604.2.20 Elevator Pressurization. Standby power shall be provided for elevator pressurization system
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as required by the International Building Code, Section 909.21.5.
604.2.21 Elimination of Smoke Dampers in Shaft Penetrations. Standby power shall be provided
when eliminating the smoke dampers in ducts penetrating shafts in accordance with the International
Building Code, Section 717.5.3, exception 2.3.
604.2.22 Common Exhaust Systems for Clothes Dryers. Standby power shall be provided for
common exhaust systems for clothes dryers located in multistory structures in accordance with the
International Mechanical Code, Section 504.10, Item 7.
604.2.23 Hydrogen Cutoff Rooms. Standby power shall be provided for mechanical ventilation and gas
detection systems of Hydrogen Cutoff Rooms in accordance with the International Building Code, Section
421.8.
604.2.24 Means of Egress Illumination in Existing Buildings. Emergency power shall be provided for
means of egress illumination in accordance with Section 1104.5 when required by the fire code official.
(90 minutes in 1-2, 60 minutes elsewhere.)
604.3 through 604.7 {No change.}
604.8 Energy Time Duration. Unless a time limit is specified by the fire code official, in this chapter or
elsewhere in this code, or in any other referenced code or standard, the emergency and standby power
system shall be supplied with enough fuel or energy storage capacity for not less than 2-hour full-demand
operation of the system.
Exception: Where the system is supplied with natural gas from a utility provider and is
approved.
(Reason: These provisions provide a list to complete and match that throughout the codes. The only
new items are the reference to COPS in NFPA 70, and the specified Energy time duration. Other
chan•es are a reference to a code •rovision that alread exists.)
***Section 609.2;amend to read as follows:
609.2 Where Required. A Type I hood shall be installed at or above all commercial cooking appliances
and domestic cooking appliances used for commercial purposes that produce grease vapors, including
but not limited to cooking equipment used in fixed, mobile, or temporary concessions, such as trucks,
buses, trailers, pavilions, or any form of roofed enclosure, as required by the fire code official.
Exceptions:
1. Tents, as provided for in Chapter 31.
2. {No change to existing Exception.}
Additionally, fuel gas and power provided for such cooking appliances shall be interlocked with the
extinguishing system, as required by Section 904.12.2. Fuel gas containers and piping/hose shall be
properly maintained in good working order and in accordance with all applicable regulations.
(Reason: To require fire protection and prevention for mobile food trucks and other mobile commercial
cooking operations for the protection of occupants and first responders, including the fuel gas utilized for
the cookin• o•eration.)
**Section 704.1;amend to read as follows:
704.1 Enclosure. Interior vertical shafts including, but not limited to, stairways, elevator hoistways,
service and utility shafts, that connect two or more stories of a building shall be enclosed or protected in
accordance with the codes in effect at the time of construction but, regardless of when constructed, not
less than as required in Chapter 11 of the International Fire Code. New floor openings in existing
buildings shall comply with the International Building Code.
(Reason: Provides standard minimum protection retroactively, but clarifies that this section is not to be
used to reduce higher protection levels that were required when originally constructed.)
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***Section 807.3;amend to read as follows:
807.3 Combustible Decorative Materials. In occupancies in Groups A, E, I, and
R-1, and dormitories in Group R-2, curtains, draperies, fabric hangings and other similar combustible
decorative materials suspended from walls or ceilings shall comply with Section 807.4 and shall not
exceed 10 percent of the specific wall or ceiling area to which they are attached.
(Reason: Section 807 was re-arranged and modified from the 2012 IFC: previously, curtains were
required to be NFPA 701 compliant and limited to 10 percent of the applicable wall in A, E, 1, R-1, and R-2
dormitory occupancies, but now, per the published 2015 IFC, Section 807.3 would apply to all
occupancies, except 1-3 (non-combustible only). Such a change is a tremendous expansion of the
requirement, and no justification was provided in the proposed code change at the code hearings as to
the reasons for such an expansion of the requirement, especially considering that it also applies to
existing buildings. The board believes that this change is an over-reach for such a stringent requirement
and that maintenance of the le.ac Ian.ua•e is a..ro•riate at this time.)
**Section 807.5.2.2 and 807.5.2.3; amend to read as follows:
807.5.2.2 Artwork in Corridors. Artwork and teaching materials shall be limited on the walls of corridors
to not more than 20 percent of the wall area. Such materials shall not be continuous from floor to ceiling
or wall to wall. Curtains, draperies, wall hangings, and other decorative material suspended from the
walls or ceilings shall meet the flame propagation performance criteria of NFPA 701 in accordance with
Section 807 or be noncombustible.
Exception: Corridors protected by an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance
with Section 903.3.1.1 shall be limited to 50 percent of the wall area.
807.5.2.3 Artwork in Classrooms. Artwork and teaching materials shall be limited on walls of
classrooms to not more than 50 percent of the specific wall area to which they are attached.
Curtains, draperies, wall hangings and other decorative material suspended from the walls or ceilings
shall meet the flame propagation performance criteria of NFPA 701 in accordance with Section 807 or be
noncombustible.
(Reason: This change allows an increase in wall coverage due to the presence of sprinklers. Also
.rovides additional .uidance relative to fire resistance re.uirements in these areas.)
**Section 807.5.5.2 and 807.5.5.3; amend to read as follows:
807.5.5.2 Artwork in Corridors. Artwork and teaching materials shall be limited on the walls of corridors
to not more than 20 percent of the wall area. Such materials shall not be continuous from floor to ceiling
or wall to wall. Curtains, draperies, wall hangings and other decorative material suspended from the walls
or ceilings shall meet the flame propagation performance criteria of NFPA 701 in accordance with Section
807 or be noncombustible.
Exception: Corridors protected by an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance
with Section 903.3.1.1 shall be limited to 50 percent of the wall area.
807.5.5.3 Artwork in Classrooms. Artwork and teaching materials shall be limited on walls of
classrooms to not more than 50 percent of the specific wall area to which they are attached. Curtains.
draperies, wall hangings and other decorative material suspended from the walls or ceilings shall meet
the flame propagation performance criteria of NFPA 701 in accordance with Section 807 or be
noncombustible.
(Reason: This change allows an increase in wall coverage due to the presence of sprinklers. Also
provides additional •uidance relative to fire resistance re.uirements in these areas.)
**Section 901.6.1;add Section 901.6.1.1 to read as follows:
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901.6.1.1 Standpipe Testing. Building owners/managers must maintain and test standpipe systems as
per NFPA 25 requirements. The following additional requirements shall be applied to the testing that is
required every 5 years:
1. The piping between the Fire Department Connection (FDC) and the standpipe shall be backflushed
when foreign material is present, and also hydrostatically tested for all FDC's on any type of
standpipe system. Hydrostatic testing shall also be conducted in accordance with NFPA 25
requirements for the different types of standpipe systems.
2. For any manual (dry or wet) standpipe system not having an automatic water supply capable of
flowing water through the standpipe, the tester shall connect hose from a fire hydrant or portable
pumping system (as approved by the fire code official) to each FDC, and flow water through the
standpipe system to the roof outlet to verify that each inlet connection functions properly. Confirm
that there are no open hose valves prior to introducing water into a dry standpipe. There is no
required pressure criteria at the outlet. Verify that check valves function properly and that there are
no closed control valves on the system.
3. Any pressure relief, reducing, or control valves shall be tested in accordance with the requirements
of NFPA 25. All hose valves shall be exercised.
4. If the FDC is not already provided with approved caps, the contractor shall install such caps for all
FDC's as required by the fire code official.
5. Upon successful completion of standpipe test, place a blue tag (as per Texas Administrative Code,
Fire Sprinkler Rules for Inspection, Test and Maintenance Service (ITM) Tag) at the bottom of
each standpipe riser in the building. The tag shall be check-marked as"Fifth Year" for Type of ITM,
and the note on the back of the tag shall read "5 Year Standpipe Test" at a minimum.
6. The procedures required by Texas Administrative Code Fire Sprinkler Rules with regard to Yellow
Tags and Red Tags or any deficiencies noted during the testing, including the required
notification of the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (fire code official) shall be followed.
7. Additionally, records of the testing shall be maintained by the owner and contractor, if applicable,
as required by the State Rules mentioned above and NFPA 25.
8. Standpipe system tests where water will be flowed external to the building shall not be conducted
during freezing conditions or during the day prior to expected night time freezing conditions.
9. Contact the fire code official for requests to remove existing fire hose from Class II and III standpipe
systems where employees are not trained in the utilization of this firefighting equipment. All
standpipe hose valves must remain in place and be provided with an approved cap and chain when
approval is given to remove hose by the fire code official.
(Reason: Increases the reliability of the fire protection system and re-emphasizes the requirements of
NFPA 25 relative to standpipe systems, as well as ensuring that FDC connections are similarly
tested/maintained to ensure operation in an emer.ency incident.)
***Section 901.6.3;add Section 901.6.3 to read as follows:
901.6.3 False Alarms and Nuisance Alarms. False alarms and nuisance alarms shall not be given,
signaled or transmitted or caused or permitted to be given, signaled or transmitted in any manner.
(Reason: Places the responsibility on the business or property owner to maintain their fire alarm systems
in a..roved condition. Allows the enforcement of".rohibition of false alarms")
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**Section 901.7;amend to read as follows:
901.7 Systems Out of Service. Where a required fire protection system is out of service or in the event
of an excessive number of activations, the fire department and the fire code official shall be notified
immediately and, where required by the fire code official, the building shall either be evacuated or an
approved fire watch shall be provided for all occupants left unprotected by the shut down until the fire
protection system has been returned to service. ... (remaining text unchanged)
(Reason: Gives fire code official more discretion with regards to enforcement of facilities experiencing
nuisance alarm or fire protection system activations necessitating correction/repair/replacement. The
intent of the amendment is to allow local jurisdictions to enforce fire watches, etc., where needed to
ensure safet of occupants where fire protection systems are experiencing multiple nuisance activations.
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***Section 901.8.2; change to read as follows:
901.8.2 Removal of existing Occupant-use Hose Lines. The fire code official is authorized to permit
the removal of existing occupant-use hose lines and hose valves where all of the following conditions
exist:
2. The hose lined would not be utilized by trained personnel or the fire department.
3. T—If the remaining-outlets occupant-use hose lines are removed, but the hose valves are
required to remain as per the fire code official, such shall be are compatible with local fire
department fittings.
(Reason: Occupant-use hose lines have been an issue of concern that fire code officials have struggled
with for many years now, primarily in that they are required by the published code, even though
occupants are rarely properly trained in their use or provided with the OSHA-required protective gear for
such use, such as with an industrial fire brigade. The allowance for these hose lines to remain only
promotes the possibility of an occupant attempting to fight fire for an unknown duration, rather than
evacuate, and potentially injure themselves or others through such action. They present greater risk than
benefit to the occupants, and as such, the above gives the fire code official the authorization to allow
removal of such at his or her discretion.)
**Section 901.9;amend Section 901.9 to read as follows:
901.9 Discontinuation or Change. of service.For fire alarm system°
--- -- - -- • - - - ---=, Notice shall be made to the fire code official whenever contracted
alarm-monitoring services for monitoring of any fire alarm system are terminated for any reason, or a
change in alarm monitoring provider occurs. Notice shall be made in writing to the fire code official by the
building owner and monitoring service provider prior to the service being terminated.
(Reason: To ensure the property's monitored fire alarm system is maintained for proper notification of
emer•ency response in the event of an emer•enc incident.)
**Section 903.1.1;amend to read as follows:
903.1.1 Alternative Protection. Alternative automatic fire-extinguishing systems complying with Section
904 shall be permitted instead of in addition to automatic sprinkler protection where recognized by the
applicable standard and, or as approved by the fire code official.
(Reason: Such alternative systems do not provide the reliability of automatic sprinkler protection. Most
gaseous type systems are highly susceptible to open doors, ceiling or floor tile removal, etc. However, an
applicant could pursue an Alternate Method request to help mitigate the reliability issues with these
alternative systems with the fire code official if so desired, or there may be circumstances in which the fire
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code official is acceptable to allowing an alternate system in lieu of sprinklers, such as kitchen hoods or
paint booths.)
**Section 903.2;add paragraph to read as follows:
Automatic Sprinklers shall not be installed in elevator machine rooms, elevator machine spaces, and
elevator hoistways, other than pits where such sprinklers would not necessitate shunt trip requirements
under any circumstances. Storage shall not be allowed within the elevator machine room. Signage shall
be provided at the entry doors to the elevator machine room indicating "ELEVATOR MACHINERY — NO
STORAGE ALLOWED."
(Reason: Firefighter and public safety. This amendment eliminates the shunt trip requirement of the
International Building Code Section 3006.5 for the purpose of elevator passenger and firefighter safety.
This amendment is contingent on the Building Code amendment eliminating the Exceptions to Section
3006.4, such that passive fire barriers for these areas are maintained.)
**Section 903.2; delete the exception.
(Reason: The exception deletion is due to the fact that such telecom areas pose an undue fire risk to the
structural inte•rit of the buildin..)
***Section 903.2.9; add Section 903.2.9.3 to read as follows:
903.2.9.3 Self-Service Storage Facility. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throuqhout all
self-service storage facilities.
(Reason: Fire departments are unable to inspect these commercial occupancies and are unaware of the
contents being stored. Previous allowance to separate units by fire barriers is difficult to enforce
maintenance after opening.)
**Section 903.2.11; amend 903.2.11.3 and add 903.2.11.7, 903.2.11.8, and 903.2.11.9 as
follows:
903.2.11.3 Buildings 55 35 feet or more in height. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed
throughout buildings that have one or more stories • -• - - • ___ e e e _ -, other than
penthouses in compliance with Section 1510 of the International Building Code, located 55 35 feet (4
764 10 668 mm) or more above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access, measured to the
finished floor.
Exceptions:
1--Open parking structures in compliance with Section 406.5 of the International Building
Code, having no other occupancies above the subject garage.
2. Occupancies in Group F 2.
903.2.11.7 High-Piled Combustible Storage. For any building with a clear height exceeding 12 feet
(4572 mm), see Chapter 32 to determine if those provisions apply.
903.2.11.8 Spray Booths and Rooms. New and existing spray booths and spraying rooms shall be
protected by an approved automatic fire-extinguishing system.
903.2.11.9 Buildings Over 6,000 sq.ft. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all
buildings over 6,000 sq. ft. For the purpose of this provision, fire walls shall not define separate buildings.
For this section only, area measurement shall be based on outside dimensions of exterior walls, exclusive
of vent shafts and courts, without deduction for corridors, stairways, closets, and the thickness of interior
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walls, columns or other features. The floor area of a building, or portion thereof, not provided with
surrounding exterior walls shall be the usable area under the horizontal projection of the roof or floor
above. For upper level attic type rooms, areas where the ceiling height is less than five feet (5' 0) shall
not be considered. Unfinished space framed to permit future expansion of floor area shall be considered
as part of the area. Joists designed to support floor loads shall be assumed to be for future area.
Exceptions: 1. Open parking garages in compliance with IBC Section 406.5.
2. Building regulated under the International Residential Code as amended.
(Reason: Provides jurisdictions options as to their desired level of sprinkler protection based on multiple
factors includin• firefightin• philosophies/ca.abilities.)
**Section 903.3.1.1.1; amend to read as follows:
903.3.1.1.1 Exempt Locations. When approved by the fire code official, automatic sprinklers shall not
be required in the following rooms or areas where such ...(text unchanged)... because it is damp, of fire-
resistance-rated construction or contains electrical equipment.
1. Any room where the application of water, or flame and water, constitutes a serious life or fire
hazard.
2. Any room or space where sprinklers are considered undesirable because of the nature of the
contents, when approved by the code official.
3. Generator and transformer rooms, under the direct control of a public utility, separated from the
remainder of the building by walls and floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling assemblies having a fire-
resistance rating of not less than 2 hours.
5. Fire service access Elevator machine rooms, and machinery spaces, and hoistways, other than
pits where such sprinklers would not necessitate shunt trip requirements under any
circumstances.
6. {Delete.}
(Reason: Gives more direction to code official. Exception 4 deleted to provide protection where fire risks
are poorly addressed. Amendment 903.2 addresses Exception 5 above relative to the elimination of
s•rinkler.rotection in these areas to avoid the shunt trio re•uirement.)
**Section 903.3.1.2.3;add section to read as follows:
Section 903.3.1.2.3 Attics and Attached Garages. Sprinkler protection is required in attic spaces of
such buildings two or more stories in height, in accordance with NFPA 13 and or NFPA 13R
requirements, and attached garages.
(Reason: Attic protection is required due to issues with fire exposure via soffit vents, as well as firefighter
safety. Several jurisdictions indicated experience with un-protected attic fires resulting in displacement of
all building occupants. NFPA 13 provides for applicable attic sprinkler protection requirements, as well as
exemptions to such, based on noncombustible construction, etc. Attached garages already require
sprinklers via NFPA 13R—this amendment just re-emphasizes the requirement.)
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***Section 903.3.1.3;amend to read as follows:
903.3.1.3 NFPA 13D Sprinkler Systems. Automatic sprinkler systems installed in one- and
two-family dwellings; Group R-3; Group R-4 Condition 1 and townhouses shall be permitted to
be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13D or in accordance with state law.
(Reason: To allow the use of the Plumbing section of the International Residential Code (IRC) and
recognize current state stipulations in this regard.)
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***Section 903.3.1.4;add to read as follows:
903.3.1.4 Freeze protection. Freeze protection systems for automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be in
accordance with the requirements of the applicable referenced NFPA standard and this section.
903.3.1.4.1 Attics. Only dry-pipe, preaction, or listed antifreeze automatic fire sprinkler systems
shall be allowed to protect attic spaces.
Exception: Wet-pipe fire sprinkler systems shall be allowed to protect non-ventilated attic
spaces where:
1. The attic sprinklers are supplied by a separate floor control valve assembly to
allow ease of draining the attic system without impairing sprinklers throughout the
rest of the building, and
2. Adequate heat shall be provided for freeze protection as per the applicable
referenced NFPA standard, and
3. The attic space is a part of the building's thermal, or heat, envelope, such that
insulation is provided at the roof deck, rather than at the ceiling level.
903.3.1.4.2 Heat trace/insulation. Heat trace/insulation shall only be allowed where approved by
the fire code official for small sections of large diameter water-filled pipe.
(Reason: In the last few years, severe winters brought to light several issues with current practices for
sprinklering attics, not the least of which was wet-pipe sprinklers in ventilated attics provided with space
heaters, etc. for freeze protection of such piping. This practice is not acceptable for the protection of
water-filled piping in a ventilated attic space as it does not provide a reliable means of maintaining the
minimum 40 degrees required by NFPA, wastes energy, and presents a potential ignition source to the
attic space. Listed antifreeze is specifically included because NFPA currently allows such even though
there is no currently listed antifreeze at the time of development of these amendments. The intent of this
amendment is to help reduce the large number of freeze breaks that have occurred in the past with water-
filled wet-pi.e s•rinkler s stems in the future, most s•ecificall in attic s•aces.)
**Section 903.3.5;add a second paragraph to read as follows:
Water supply as required for such systems shall be provided in conformance with the supply
requirements of the respective standards; however, every water-based fire protection system shall be
designed with a 10 psi safety factor. Reference Section 507.4 for additional design requirements.
(Reason: To define uniform safety factor.)
**Section 903.4; add a second paragraph after the exceptions to read as follows:
Sprinkler and standpipe system water-flow detectors shall be provided for each floor tap to the sprinkler
system and shall cause an alarm upon detection of water flow for more than 45 seconds. All control
valves in the sprinkler and standpipe systems except for fire department hose connection valves shall be
electrically supervised to initiate a supervisory signal at the central station upon tampering.
(Reason: To avoid si•nificant water losses. Consistent with amendment to IFC 905.9.)
**Section 903.4.2;add second paragraph to read as follows:
The alarm device required on the exterior of the building shall be a weatherproof horn/strobe notification
appliance with a minimum 75 candela strobe rating, installed as close as practicable to the fire
department connection.
(Reason: Fire department connections are not always located at the riser; this allows the fire department
faster access.)
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**Section 905.2;amend to read as follows:
905.2 Installation Standard. Standpipe systems shall be installed in accordance with this section and
NFPA 14. Manual dry standpipe systems shall be supervised with a minimum of 10 psig and a maximum
of 40 psiq air pressure with a high/low alarm.
(Reason: To define manual dry standpipe supervision requirements. Helps ensure the integrity of the
stand.i.e s stem via su•ervision, such that o•en hose valves will result in a su•erviso low air alarm.)
***Section 905.3; add Section 905.3.9 and exception to read as follows:
905.3.9 Buildings Exceeding 10,000 sq. ft. In buildings exceeding 10,000 square feet in area per story
and where any portion of the building's interior area is more than 200 feet(60960 mm) of travel, vertically
and horizontally, from the nearest point of fire department vehicle access, Class I automatic wet or
manual wet standpipes shall be provided.
Exceptions:
1. Automatic dry and semi-automatic dry standpipes are allowed as provided for in NFPA 14.
2. R-2 occupancies of four stories or less in height having no interior corridors.
(Reason:Allows for the rapid deployment of hose lines to the body of the fire.)
***Section 905.4, amend Item 1, 3, and 5, and add Item 7 to read as follows:
1. In every required interioFcxit stairway, a hose connection shall be provided for each story above
and below grade plane. Hose connections shall be located at an intermediate landing between
stories, unless otherwise approved by the fire code official.
2. {No change.}
3. In every exit passageway, at the entrance from the exit passageway to other areas of a building.
Exception: Where floor areas adjacent to an exit passageway are reachable from an interior exit
stairway hose connection by a {No change to rest.}
4. {No change.}
5. Where the roof has a slope less than four units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33.3-percent slope),
each standpipe shall be provided with a two-way a-hose connection a located to serve the
roof or at the highest landing of an interior exit stairway with stair access to the roof provided in
accordance with Section 1011.12.
6. {No change.}
7. When required by this Chapter, standpipe connections shall be placed adjacent to all required
exits to the structure and at two hundred feet(200') intervals along major corridors thereafter, or as
otherwise approved by the fire code official.
(Reason: Item 1, 3, and 5 amendments to remove 'interior' will help to clarify that such connections are
required for all 'exit'stairways, to ensure firefighter capabilities are not diminished in these tall buildings,
simply because the stair is on the exterior of the building. Item 5 reduces the amount of pressure required
to facilitate testing, and provides backup protection for fire fighter safety. Item 7 allows for the rapid
de•loyment of hose lines to the body of the fire.)
**Section 905.9;add a second paragraph after the exceptions to read as follows:
Sprinkler and standpipe system water-flow detectors shall be provided for each floor tap to the sprinkler
system and shall cause an alarm upon detection of water flow for more than 45 seconds. All control
valves in the sprinkler and standpipe systems except for fire department hose connection valves shall be
electrically supervised to initiate a supervisory signal at the central station upon tampering.
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(Reason: To avoid significant water losses. Consistent with amendment to IBC 905.9.)
**Section 907.1;add Section 907.1.4 to read as follows:
907.1.4 Design Standards. Where a new fire alarm system is installed, the devices shall be
addressable. Fire alarm systems utilizing more than 20 smoke detectors shall have analog initiating
devices.
(Reason: Provides for the ability of descriptive identification of alarms, and reduces need for panel
replacement in the future. Updated wording to match the language of the new requirement at 907.5.2.3.
Chan•e of terminolo• allows for reference back to definitions of NFPA 72)
**Section 907.2.1; amend to read as follows:
907.2.1 Group A. A manual fire alarm system that activates the occupant notification system in
accordance with Section 907.5 shall be installed in Group A occupancies where-the having an occupant
load --- - •- ----••- - • • of 300 or more persons or more than 100 persons above or below
the lowest level of exit discharge. Group A occupancies not separated from one another in accordance
with Section 707.3.10 of the International Building Code shall be considered as a single occupancy for the
purposes of applying this section. Portions of Group E occupancies occupied for assembly purposes
shall be provided with a fire alarm system as required for the Group E occupancy.
Exception: {No change.}
Activation of fire alarm notification appliances shall:
1. Cause illumination of the means of egress with light of not less than 1 foot-candle (11 lux) at the
walking surface level, and
2. Stop any conflicting or confusing sounds and visual distractions.
(Reason: Increases the requirement to be consistent with Group B requirement. Also addresses issue
found in Group A occupancies of reduced lighting levels and other AN equipment that distracts from fire
alarm notification devices or reduces ability of fire alarm system to notify occupants of the emergency
condition.)
***Section 907.2.3;amend to read as follows:
907.2.3 Group E. A manual fire alarm system that initiates the occupant notification signal utilizing an
emergency voice/alarm communication system meeting the requirements of Section 907.5.2.2 and
installed in accordance with Section 907.6 shall be installed in Group E educational occupancies. When
automatic sprinkler systems or smoke detectors are installed, such systems or detectors shall be
connected to the building fire alarm system. An approved smoke detection system shall be installed in
Group E day care occupancies. Unless separated by a minimum of 100' open space, all buildings,
whether portable buildings or the main building, will be considered one building for alarm occupant load
consideration and interconnection of alarm systems.
Exceptions:
1. {No change.}
1.1.Residential In-Home day care with not more than 12 children may use interconnected
single station detectors in all habitable rooms. (For care of more than five children 2 1/2
or less years of age, see Section 907.2.6.)
{No change to remainder of exceptions.}
(Reason: To distinguish educational from day care occupancy minimum protection requirements. Further,
to define threshold at which portable buildings are considered a separate building for the purposes of
alarm systems. Exceptions provide consistency with State law concerning such occupancies.)
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**Section 907.2.13, Exception 3;amend to read as follows:
3. Open air portions of buildings with an occupancy in Group A-5 in accordance with Section 303.1 of
the International Building Code; however, this exception does not apply to accessory uses including
but not limited to sky boxes, restaurants, and similarly enclosed areas.
(Reason: To indicate that enclosed areas within open air seating type occupancies are not exempted
from automatic fire alarm system requirements.)
***Section 907.3.1;amend to read as follows:
907.3.1 Duct Smoke Detectors. Smoke detectors installed in ducts shall be listed for the air velocity,
temperature and humidity present in the duct. Duct smoke detectors shall be connected to the building's
fire alarm control unit, and activate an alarm condition when a fire alarm system is required by Section
907.2 or Section 907.9; or is provided. Activation of a duct smoke detector shall initiate a visible and
audible supervisory alarm signal - - -e'- _ - _ _ ___ :• if the occupancy is sprinkled and
requires, or is provided with visible devices throughout, or the duct smoke detector shall initiate only an
audible device if the occupancy is required to be sprinkled but not required to be equipped with visible
devices throughout, and shall perform the intended fire safety function in accordance with this code and
the International Mechanical Code.
--- - - -= - - - - ---• -• -- - --e"" •-e" - - - -- - • - - - • . They shall not be
used as a substitute for required open area detection.
Exceptions: {No change.}
(Reason: To provide early alarm notification in the instance that smoke is detected in a structure)
***Section 907.4.2.5.1; add to read as follows:
907.4.2.5. Protective Covers. Protective covers for the double action manual pull stations,
that are located at the designated emergency exits, are required in "I" occupancies when
magnetic locking devices are allowed to be utilized on the designated emergency exits and
signage is posted above the manual pull stations stating "Pull to Release Door in an
Emergency."
(Reason: Helps to reduce false alarms.)
**Section 907.4.2; add Section 907.4.2.7 to read as follows:
907.4.2.7 Type. Manual alarm initiating devices shall be an approved double action type.
(Reason: Helps to reduce false alarms.)
***Section 907.5.2.1; amend to read as follows:
907.5.2.1 Audible Alarms. Audible alarm notification appliances shall be provided and emit a
distinctive sound that is not to be used for any purpose other than that of a fire alarm. Each
individual suite or occupancy, within a sprinklered building, that is not required in other sections
of this code to provide audible notification to the building occupants, shall install an audible fire
alarm device with a temporal pattern horn connected to the fire alarm panel that provides
notification of a fire alarm condition if one is detected in the building.
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{No change to remainder of exceptions.)
(Reason: To provide notification within each individual suite or occupancy to protect those in
single or multiple occupancy commercial structures that do not normally require building
occupant notification.)
***Section 907.6.1; add Section 907.6.1.1 to read as follows:
907.6.1.1 Wiring Installation. All fire alarm systems shall be installed in such a manner that a failure of
any single initiating device or single open in an initiating circuit conductor will not interfere with the normal
operation of other such devices. All signaling line circuits (SLC) shall be installed in such a way that a
single open will not interfere with the operation of any addressable devices (Class A). Outgoing and
return SLC conductors shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 72 requirements for Class A circuits
and shall have a minimum of four feet separation horizontal and one foot vertical between supply and
return circuit conductors. The initiating device circuit (IDC) from a signaling line circuit interface device
may be wired Class B, provided the distance from the interface device to the initiating device is ten feet or
less.
(Reason: To provide uniformity in system specifications and guidance to design engineers. Improves
reliabilit of fire alarm devices and s stems.)
***Section 907.6.3;delete all four Exceptions.
(Reason: To assist responding personnel in locating the emergency event for all fire alarm systems. This
is moved from 907.6.5.3 in the 2012 IFC and reworded to match new code language and sections.)
***Section 907.6.6;add sentence at end of paragraph to read as follows:
See 907.6.3 for the required information transmitted to the supervising station.
(Reason: To assist responding personnel in locating the emergency event for all fire alarm systems. This
is moved from 907.6.5.3 in the 2012 IFC and reworded to match new code lan.ua.e and sections.)
***Section 907.9;amend to read as follows:
907.9 Where Required in Existing Buildings and Structures. An approved fire alarm
system shall be provided in existing buildings and structures where required by Chapter 11.
Each individual suite or occupancy, within a sprinklered building, that is not required in other
sections of this code to provide audible notification to the building occupants, shall install an
audible fire alarm device with a temporal pattern horn connected to the fire alarm panel that
provides notification of a fire alarm condition if one is detected in the building.
(Reason: To provide notification within each individual suite or occupancy to protect those in
single or multiple occupancy commercial structures that do not normally require building
occupant notification.)
***Section 909.22;add to read as follows:
909.22 Stairway or Ramp Pressurization Alternative. Where the building is equipped throughout with
an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 and the stair pressurization
alternative is chosen for compliance with Building Code requirements for a smokeproof enclosure, interior
exit stairways or ramps shall be pressurized to a minimum of 0.10 inches of water (25 Pa) and a
maximum of 0.35 inches of water(87 Pa) in the shaft relative to the building measured with all interior exit
stairway and ramp doors closed under maximum anticipated conditions of stack effect and wind effect.
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Such systems shall comply with Section 909, including the installation of a separate fire-fighter's smoke
control panel as per Section 909.16.
909.22.1 Ventilating equipment. The activation of ventilating equipment for the stair or ramp
pressurization system shall be by smoke detectors installed at each floor level at an approved location at
the entrance to the smokeproof enclosure. When the closing device for the stairway or ramp shaft and
vestibule doors is activated by smoke detection or power failure, the mechanical equipment shall activate
and operate at the required performance levels. Smoke detectors shall be installed in accordance with
Section 907.3.
909.22.1.1 Ventilation Systems. Smokeproof enclosure ventilation systems shall be independent of
other building ventilation systems. The equipment, control wiring, power wiring and ductwork shall comply
with one of the following:,
1. Equipment, control wiring, power wiring and ductwork shall be located exterior to the building
and directly connected to the smokeproof enclosure or connected to the smokeproof
enclosure by ductwork enclosed by not less than 2-hour fire barriers constructed in
accordance with Section 707 of the Building Code or horizontal assemblies constructed in
accordance with Section 711 of the Building Code, or both.
2. Equipment, control wiring, power wiring and ductwork shall be located within the smokeproof
enclosure with intake or exhaust directly from and to the outside or through ductwork enclosed
by not less than 2-hour barriers constructed in accordance with Section 707 of the Building
Code or horizontal assemblies constructed in accordance with Section 711 of the Building
Code, or both.
3. Equipment, control wiring, power wiring and ductwork shall be located within the building if
separated from the remainder of the building, including other mechanical equipment, by not
less than 2-hour fire barriers constructed in accordance with Section 707 of the Building Code
or horizontal assemblies constructed in accordance with Section 711 of the Building Code, or
both.
Exceptions:
1. Control wiring and power wiring utilizing a 2-hour rated cable or cable system.
2. Where encased with not less than 2 inches (51 mm)of concrete.
• 3. Control wiring and power wiring protected by a listed electrical circuit protective systems with a
fire-resistance rating of not less than 2 hours.
909.21.1.2 Standby Power. Mechanical vestibule and stairway and ramp shaft ventilation systems and
automatic fire detection systems shall be provided with standby power in accordance with Section 2702 of
the Building Code.
909.22.1.3 Acceptance and Testing. Before the mechanical equipment is approved, the system shall be
tested in the presence of the fire code official to confirm that the system is operating in compliance with
these requirements.
(Reason: To assist with enforcement of such as a smoke control system, as per Section 909.6.3,
especially since a permit is now specifically required for such systems in the Fire Code. Also ensures that
a firefighter's override panel is provided as per 909.16 for such systems. The above amendment copies
the applicable requirements for such systems from Section 909.20 of the Building Code into the Fire
Code. Although the published code did copy the elevator pressurization requirements into the Fire Code,
it did not co.y over the stair .ressurization requirements.)
***Section 910.2;amend Exception 2 and 3 to read as follows:
2. Only manual smoke and heat removal shall net be required in areas of buildings equipped with
early suppression fast-response (ESFR) sprinklers. Automatic smoke and heat removal is
prohibited.
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3. Only manual smoke and heat removal shall net be required in areas of buildings equipped with
control mode special application sprinklers with a response time index of 50(m*S)V2 or less that
are listed to control a fire in stored commodities with 12 or fewer sprinklers. Automatic smoke
and heat removal is prohibited.
(Reason: Allows the fire department to control the smoke and heat during and after a fire event, while still
prohibiting such systems from being automatically activated, which is a potential detriment to the
particulars•rinkler systems indicated.)
**Section 910.2;add subsections 910.2.3 with exceptions to read as follows:
910.2.3 Group H. Buildings and portions thereof used as a Group H occupancy as follows:
1. In occupancies classified as Group H-2 or H-3, any of which are more than 15,000 square feet
(1394 m2) in single floor area.
Exception: Buildings of noncombustible construction containing only noncombustible materials.
2. In areas of buildings in Group H used for storing Class 2, 3, and 4 liquid and solid oxidizers,
Class 1 and unclassified detonable organic peroxides, Class 3 and 4 unstable (reactive)
materials, or Class 2 or 3 water-reactive materials as required for a high-hazard commodity
classification.
Exception: Buildings of noncombustible construction containing only noncombustible materials.
(Reason: Maintains a fire protection device utilized in such occupancies where it is sometimes necessary
to allow chemicals to burn out, rather than extin•uish.
***Section 910.3;add section 910.3.4, 910.3.4.1, and 910.3.4.2 to read as follows:
910.3.4 Vent Operation. Smoke and heat vents shall be capable of being operated by approved
automatic and manual means. Automatic operation of smoke and heat vents shall conform to the
provisions of Sections 910.3.4.1 through 910.3.4.2.
910.3.4.1 Sprinklered buildings.Where installed in buildings equipped with an approved automatic
sprinkler system, smoke and heat vents shall be designed to operate automatically.
The automatic operating mechanism of the smoke and heat vents shall operate at a temperature rating at
least 100 degrees F (approximately 38 degrees Celsius) greater than the temperature rating of the
sprinklers installed.
Exception: Manual only systems per Section 910.2.
910.3.4.2 Nonsprinklered Buildings. Where installed in buildings not equipped with an approved
automatic sprinkler system, smoke and heat vents shall operate automatically by actuation of a heat-
responsive device rated at between 100°F (56°C) and 220°F (122°C) above ambient.
Exception: Listed gravity-operated drop out vents.
(Reason: Amendment continues to keep applicable wording from prior to the 2012 edition of the IFC.
Specifically, automatic activation criteria is no longer specifically required in the published code.
Specifying a temperature range at which smoke and heat vents should activate in sprinklered buildings
helps to ensure that the sprinkler system has an opportunity to activate and control the fire prior to vent
o•eration.)
***Section 910.4.3.1;amend to read as follows:
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910.4.3.1 Makeup Air. Makeup air openings shall be provided within 6 feet (1829 mm) of the floor level.
Operation of makeup air openings shall be manual or automatic. The minimum gross area of makeup air
inlets shall be 8 square feet per 1,000 cubic feet per minute (0.74 m2 per 0.4719 m3/s) of smoke exhaust.
(Reason: Makeup air has been required to be automatic for several years now in this region when
mechanical smoke exhaust systems are proposed. This allows such systems to be activated from the
smoke control panel by first responders without having to physically go around the exterior of the building
opening doors manually. Such requires a significant number of first responders on scene to conduct this
operation and significantly delays activation and/or capability of the smoke exhaust system.)
***Section 910.4.4;amend to read as follows:
910.4.4 Activation. The mechanical smoke removal system shall be activated
automatically by the automatic sprinkler system or by an approved fire detection system. Individual
manual controls shall also be provided.
Exception: Manual only systems per Section 910.2.
(Reason: The provision of a manual only mechanical smoke removal system does not provide
equivalency with automatic smoke and heat vents. This amendment clarifies that the primary intent is for
automatic systems, unless exceptions are provided as in 910.2—consistent with the charging statements
of the section.)
**Section 912.2.1.2;add Section 912.2.1.2 to read as follows:
912.2.1.2 Hydrant Distance. An approved fire hydrant shall be located within 100 feet of the fire
department connection as the fire hose lays along an unobstructed path.
(Reason: To accommodate limited hose lengths, improve response times where the FDC is needed to
achieve fire control, and improve ease of locating a fire hydrant in those situations also. Also, consistent
with NFPA 14 criteria.)
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***Section 912.2.1.3;add Section 912.2.1.3 to read as follows:
912.2.1.3 Fire Department Connection Distance From Fire Lane. All fire department connections shall
be located within 50 feet of an approved fire lane access roadway.
(Reason: To accommodate limited hose lengths and improve response times where the FDC is needed
to achieve fire control)
**Section 913.2.1;add second paragraph and exception to read as follows:
When located on the ground level at an exterior wall, the fire pump room shall be provided with an
exterior fire department access door that is not less than 3 ft. in width and 6 ft. —8 in. in height, regardless
of any interior doors that are provided. A key box shall be provided at this door, as required by Section
506.1.
Exception: When it is necessary to locate the fire pump room on other levels or not at an exterior
wall, the corridor leading to the fire pump room access from the exterior of the building shall be
provided with equivalent fire resistance as that required for the pump room, or as approved by the fire
code official. Access keys shall be provided in the key box as required by Section 506.1.
(Reason: This requirement allows fire fighters safer access to the fire pump room. The requirement
allows access without being required to enter the building and locate the fire pump room interior access
door during a fire event. The exception recognizes that this will not always be a feasible design scenario
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for some buildings, and as such, provides an acceptable alternative to protect the pathway to the fire
pump room.)
***Section 914.3.1.2;amend to read as follows:
914.3.1.2 Water Supply to required Fire Pumps. In buildings that are more than 420 120 feet(128 m) in
building height, required fire pumps shall be supplied by connections to no fewer than two water mains
located in different streets. Separate supply piping shall be provided between each connection to the
water main and the pumps. Each connection and the supply piping between the connection and the
pumps shall be sized to supply the flow and pressure required for the pumps to operate.
Exception: {No change to exception.}
(Reason: The 2009 edition of the IFC added this requirement based on a need for redundancy of the
water supply similar to the redundancy of the power supply to the fire pumps required for such tall
buildings, partially due to the fact that these buildings are rarely fully evacuated in a fire event. More
commonly, the alarm activates on the floor of the event, the floor above and the floor below. Back-up
power to the fire pump becomes critical for this reason. Certainly, the power is pointless if the water
supply is impaired for any reason, so a similar requirement is provided here for redundant water supplies.
The 2015 edition changes the requirement to only apply to very tall buildings over 420 ft. This
amendment modifiesowers the requirement to 120 ft., based on this same height requirement for fire
service access elevators. Again, the language from the 2009 and 2012 editions of the code applied to
any high-rise building. This compromise at 120 ft. is based on the above technical justification of defend-
in-place scenarios in fire incidents in such tall structures.) IBC[F]403.3.2
**Section 1006.2.2.6; add a new Section 1006.2.2.6 as follows:
1006.2.2.6 Electrical Rooms. For electrical rooms, special exiting requirements may apply. Reference
the Electrical Code as adopted.
(Reason: Cross reference necessary for coordination with the NEC which has exiting requirements as
well.)
***Section 1008.3.3;amend exception 5 to read as follows:
5. All public restrooms with an area greater than 300 square feet(27.87 m2). in a building that is required
to provide illumination for the means of egress.
(Reason: Allow for visibility in all public restrooms in the event of power supply failure.)
**Section 1009.1;add the following Exception 4:
Exceptions:
{previous exceptions unchanged}
4. Buildings regulated under State Law and built in accordance with State registered plans, including
any variances or waivers granted by the State, shall be deemed to be in compliance with the
requirements of Section 1009.
(Reason: To accommodate buildings regulated under Texas State Law and to be consistent with
amendments to Cha•ter 11.)
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**Section 1010.1.9.4 Bolt Locks;amend Exceptions 3 and 4 to read as follows:
Exceptions:
3. Where a pair of doors serves an occupant load of less than 50 persons in a Group B, F, M or S
occupancy. {Remainder unchanged}
4. Where a pair of doors serves a Group A, B, F, M or S occupancy{Remainder unchanged}
(Reason:Application to M occupancies reflects regional practice; No. 4 expanded to Group A due to it
bein• a similar scenario to other uses; No. 4 was re.ional •ractice.)
***Section 1015.8 Window Openings;amend number 1 to read as follows:
1. Operable windows where the top of the sill of the opening is located more than 75 feet (22 860 mm)
55 feet (16 764 mm) above the finished grade or other surface below and that are provided with
window fall prevention devices that comply with ASTM F 2006.
(Reason: In Option B jurisdictions, chan.a "75 feet"to "55 feet", which coincides with high rise.)
**Section 1020.1 Construction;add Exception 6 to read as follows:
6. In group B occupancies, corridor walls and ceilings need not be of fire-resistive construction within a
single tenant space when the space is equipped with approved automatic smoke-detection within the
corridor. The actuation of any detector shall activate self-annunciatinq alarms audible in all areas within
the corridor. Smoke detectors shall be connected to an approved automatic fire alarm system where such
system is provided.
(Reason: Revise the 2012 published NCTCOG amendment to this section to clarify intent is not to require
automatic fire alarm s stem or notification throu•hout the tenant s•ace, but rather, onl in the corridor.)
**Section 1029.1.1.1; delete this section. Spaces under Grandstands and Bleachers:
Reason: Unenforceable.
**Section 1031.2;amend to read as follows:
1031.2 Reliability. Required exit accesses, exits and exit discharges shall be continuously maintained
free from obstructions or impediments to full instant use in the case of fire or other emergency wh..hen the
-_' :'•- - _-- -: •- ••-_•_ _ -- -__ '_ - -•. An exit or exit passageway shall not be used for
any purpose that interferes with a means of egress.
(Reason: Maintain legacy levels of protection and long-standing regional practice, and provide firefighter
safety.)
**Section 1103.3;add sentence to end of paragraph as follows:
Provide emergency signaqe as required by Section 607.3.
(Reason: Coordinates requirements of previous amendment.)
**Section 1103.5; add Section 1103.5.1 to read as follows:
1103.5.1 Spray Booths and Rooms. Existing spray booths and spray rooms shall be protected by an
approved automatic fire-extinquishinq system in accordance with Section 2404.
(Reason: Consistent with amendment to IFC 2404, and long-standing regional requirement. The
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published 1103.5.1 requiring sprinklers retroactively in A-2 occupancies was deleted by ICC Errata.)
***Section 1103.7; add Section 1103.7.8 and 1103.7.8.1 to read as follows:
1103.7.8 Fire Alarm System Design Standards. Where an existing fire alarm system is upgraded or
replaced, the devices shall be addressable. Fire alarm systems utilizing more than 20 smoke and/or heat
detectors shall have analog initiating devices.
Exception: Existing systems need not comply unless the total building, or fire alarm system, remodel
or expansion exceeds 30% of the building. When cumulative building, or fire alarm system, remodel
or expansion initiated after the date of original fire alarm panel installation exceeds 50% of the
building, or fire alarm system, the fire alarm system must comply within 18 months of permit
application.
1103.7.8.1 Communication requirements. Refer to Section 907.6.6 for applicable requirements.
(Reason: To assist responding personnel in locating the emergency event and provide clarity as to
.ercenta.es of work that results in a re.uirement to u..rade the entire fire alarm s stem.
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**Section 2304.1; amend to read as follows:
2304.1 Supervision of Dispensing. The dispensing of fuel at motor fuel-dispensing facilities shall be
shall-be in accordance with Section 2201.3. the following:
1. Conducted by a qualified attendant; and/or,
2. Shall be under the supervision of a qualified attendant; and/or
3. Shall be an unattended self-service facility in accordance with Section 2304.3.
At any time the qualified attendant of item Number 1 or 2 above is not present, such operations shall be
considered as an unattended self-service facility and shall also comply with Section 2304.3.
(Reason: Allows a facility to apply the attended and unattended requirements of the code when both are
potential! a..licable.)
**Section 2401.2; delete this section.
(Reason: This section eliminates such booths from all compliance with Chapter 15 including, but not
limited to: size, ventilation, fire protection, construction, etc. If the product utilized is changed to a more
flammable substance, the lack of compliance with Chapter 15 could result in significant fire or deflagration
and subse.uent life safety hazard.)
***Table 3206.2, footnote j; amend text to read as follows:
j. Not required Where storage areas are protected by either early suppression fast response (ESFR)
sprinkler systems or control mode special application sprinklers with a response time index of 50 (m •s)
1/2 or less that are listed to control a fire in the stored commodities with 12 or fewer sprinklers, installed
in accordance with NFPA 13, manual smoke and heat vents or manually activated engineered
mechanical smoke exhaust systems shall be required within these areas.
(Reason: Allows the fire department to control the smoke and heat during and after a fire event, while
ensuring proper operation of the sprinkler protection provided. Also, gives an alternative to smoke and
heat vents.)
**Section 3310.1;add sentence to end of paragraph to read as follows:
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When fire apparatus access roads are required to be installed for any structure or development, they shall
be approved prior to the time at which construction has progressed beyond completion of the foundation
of any structure.
(Reason: Reference re.uirement of Section 501.4.)
**Section 5601.1.3; amend to read as follows:
5601.1.3 Fireworks. The possession, manufacture, storage, sale, handling, and use of fireworks are
prohibited.
Exceptions:
1. Only when approved for fireworks displays, storage, and handling of fireworks as allowed in
Section 5604 and 5608.
3-2. The use of fireworks for approved fireworks displays as allowed in Section 5608.
•- :-__ ••• • •- -... {Delete remainder of text.)
3. Unless in conformance with State Law.
(Reason: Restricts fireworks to approved displays only, which is consistent with regional practice. Such is
intended to help protect property owners and individuals from unintentional fireworks fires within the
jurisdiction, as well as to help protect individuals from fireworks injuries.
**Section 5703.6; add a sentence to read as follows:
5703.6 Piping Systems. Piping systems, and their component parts, for flammable and combustible
liquids shall be in accordance with Sections 5703.6.1 through 5703.6.11. An approved method of
secondary containment shall be provided for underground tank and piping systems.
(Reason: Increased protection in response to underground leak problems and remediation difficulty in
under.round a..lications. Coordinates with TCEQ re.uirements.)
**Section 5704.2.9.5;amend Section 5704.2.9.5 and add Section 5704.2.9.5.3 to read as follows:
5704.2.9.5 Above-ground Tanks Inside of Buildings. Above-ground tanks inside of buildings shall
comply with Section 5704.2.9.5.1 and 5704.2.9.5.2 through 5704.2.9.5.3.
5704.2.9.5.1 {No change.}
5704.2.9.5.2{No change.}
5704.2.9.5.3 Combustible Liquid Storage Tanks Inside of Buildings. The maximum aggregate
allowable quantity limit shall be 3,000 gallons (11 356 L) of Class II or Ill combustible liquid for storage in
protected aboveground tanks complying with Section 5704.2.9.7 when all of the following conditions are
met:
1. The entire 3,000 gallon (11 356 L) quantity shall be stored in protected above-ground tanks:
2. The 3,000 gallon (11 356 L) capacity shall be permitted to be stored in a single tank or multiple
smaller tanks;
3. The tanks shall be located in a room protected by an automatic sprinkler system complying with
Section 903.3.1.1: and
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4. Tanks shall be connected to fuel-burning equipment, including generators, utilizing an approved
closed piping system.
The quantity of combustible liquid stored in tanks complying with this section shall not be counted towards
the maximum allowable quantity set forth in Table 5003.1.1(1), and such tanks shall not be required to be
located in a control area. Such tanks shall not be located more than two stories below grade.
(Reason: Relocated from exception to 603.3.2.1 as published, as per reason statement for deletion in that
section.)
**Section 5704.2.11.4; add a sentence to read as follows:
5704.2.11.4 Leak Prevention. Leak prevention for underground tanks shall comply with Sections
5704.2.11.4.1 and 5701.2.11.5.2 through 5704.2.11.4.3. An approved method of secondary containment
shall be provided for underground tank and piping systems.
(Reason: Increased protection in response to underground leak problems and remediation difficulty in
underground applications.)
**Section 5704.2.11.4.2; amend to read as follows:
5704.2.11.4.2 Leak Detection. Underground storage tank systems shall be provided with an approved
method of leak detection from any component of the system that is designed and installed in accordance
with NFPA 30 and as specified in Section 5704.2.11.4.3.
Reason: Reference to IFC Section 5704.2.11.4.3 amendment.)
**Section 5704.2.11.4;add Section 5704.2.11.4.3 to read as follows:
5704.2.11.4.3 Observation Wells. Approved sampling tubes of a minimum 4 inches in diameter shall be
installed in the backfill material of each underground flammable or combustible liquid storage tank. The
tubes shall extend from a point 12 inches below the average grade of the excavation to ground level and
shall be provided with suitable surface access caps. Each tank site shall provide a sampling tube at the
corners of the excavation with a minimum of 4 tubes. Sampling tubes shall be placed in the product line
excavation within 10 feet of the tank excavation and one every 50 feet routed along product lines towards
the dispensers, a minimum of two are required.
(Reason: Provides an economical means of checking potential leaks at each tank site.)
**Section 6103.2.1; add Section 6103.2.1.8 to read as follows:
6103.2.1.8 Jewelry Repair, Dental Labs and Similar Occupancies. Where natural gas service is not
available, portable LP-Gas containers are allowed to be used to supply approved torch assemblies or
similar appliances. Such containers shall not exceed 20-pound (9.0 kg) water capacity. Aggregate
capacity shall not exceed 60-pound (27.2 kg) water capacity. Each device shall be separated from other
containers by a distance of not less than 20 feet.
(Reason: To provide a consistent and reasonable means of regulating the use of portable LP-Gas
containers in these situations. Reduces the hazard presented by portable containers when natural gas is
already available. Please note that current State Law does not allow for the enforcement of any rules
more stringent than that adopted by the State, so this amendment is only applicable as to the extent
allowed by that State Law.)
**Section 6104.2, Exception;add an exception 2 to read as follows:
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Exceptions:
1. {existing text unchanged}
2. Except as permitted in Sections 308 and 6104.3.2, LP-gas containers are not permitted in
residential areas.
(Reason: To provide a consistent and reasonable means of regulating the use LP-Gas containers.
Reduces the hazard presented by such containers when natural gas is already available. References
regional amendment to IFC 6104.3.2. Please note that current State Law does not allow for the
enforcement of any rules more stringent than that adopted by the State, so this amendment is only
applicable as to the extent allowed b that State Law.)
**Section 6104.3; add Section 6104.3.2 to read as follows:
6104.3.2 Spas, Pool Heaters, and Other Listed Devices. Where natural gas service is not available, an
LP-gas container is allowed to be used to supply spa and pool heaters or other listed devices. Such
container shall not exceed 250-gallon water capacity per lot. See Table 6104.3 for location of containers.
Exception: Lots where LP-gas can be off-loaded wholly on the property where the tank is located
may install up to 500 gallon above ground or 1,000 gallon underground approved containers.
(Reason: Allows for an alternate fuel source. Dwelling density must be considered and possibly factored
into zoning restrictions. Reduces the hazard presented by over-sized LP-Gas containers. Please note
that current State Law does not allow for the enforcement of any rules more stringent than that adopted
b the State, so this amendment is only a•plicable as to the extent allowed b that State Law.)
***Section 6107.4 and 6109.13;amend to read as follows:
6107.4 Protecting Containers from Vehicles. Where exposed to vehicular damage due to proximity to
alleys, driveways or parking areas, LP-gas containers, regulators and piping shall be protected in
accordance with NFPA 58 Section 312 of the International Fire Code.
6109.13 Protection of Containers. LP-gas containers shall be stored within a suitable enclosure or
otherwise protected against tampering. Vehicle impact protection shall be provided as required by Section
6107.4.
(Reason: NFPA 58 does not provide substantial physical protection [it allows raised sidewalks, fencing,
ditches, parking bumpers as `vehicle barrier protection] of the container(s) from vehicular impact as is
required and has been required historically, as per Section 312, i.e. bollard protection. Further, the
exception to Section 6109.13 would allow for portable containers in ventilated metal cabinets to not
require any physical protection whatsoever from vehicular impact, regardless of the location of the
containers. Please note that current State Law does not allow for the enforcement of any rules more
stringent than that adopted by the State, so this amendment is only applicable as to the extent allowed by
that State Law.)
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. ,. e iia ,... _. •. -. :. .. , vc '.***Table B105.2;amend footnote a. to read as follows:
a. The reduced fire-flow shall be not less than 1,000 1,500 gallons per minute.
(Reason: The minimum fire-flow of 1,500 gpm for other than one-and two-family dwellings has existed
since the 2000 edition of the IFC, as well as the Uniform Fire Code before that. Little to no technical
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justification was provided for the proposed code change at the code hearings. The board believes that the
already-allowed 75 percent reduction in required fire-flow for the provision of sprinkler protection is
already a significant trade-off. The minimum 1,500 gpm is not believed to be overly stringent for the vast
majority of public water works systems in this region, especially since it has existed as the requirement for
so many years. Further, the continued progression of trading off more and more requirements in the
codes for the provision of sprinkler protection has made these systems extremely operation-critical to the
safety of the occupants and properties in question. In other words, should the sprinkler system fail for
any reason, the fire-flow requirements drastically increase from that anticipated with a sprinkler-controlled
fire scenario.
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CITY OF SOUTHLAKE; TEXAS
Notice is hereby given to all inter-
ested persons that the City of
Southlake, Texas, will consider the
following items in the Council
Chambers at Town Hall, 1400 Main
Street, Southlake, Texas:
City Council on Tuesday, April 5,
2016, at 5:30 p.m. will hold a public
i hearing and consider:
• Ordinance No. 480-708 (ZA15-115),
Zoning Change and Site Plan/
Concept Plan for Pinnacle Point
Office Park on property described
as Lots 1-3, Meadow Oaks Addition,
an addition to the City of Southlake,
Tarrant County, Texas and located
at 305, 395 & 405 S. Kimball Avenue,
Southlake, Texas. Current Zoning:
"SF -1A" Single Family Residential
District. Requested Zoning: "S -P-2"
Generalized Site Plan District with
"0-1" Office District uses. SPIN
Neighborhood #8.
• ZA16-002, Site Plan for Care Now
on property described as Lot 2,
Block 2 Gateway Plaza Phase II, an
addition to the City of Southlake,
Tarrant County, Texas and located
at 2751 East State Highway 114,
Southlake, Texas. Current Zoning:
"S -P-2" Generalized Site Plan
District. SPIN Neighborhood #8.
• ZA16-007, Site Plan for Trinity
Presbyterian Church on property
described as Lot 3R, Block 6,
Southridge Lakes Addition, an ad-
dition to the City of Southlake,
Tarrant Cpunty, Texas and located
at 1452 W. Southlake Blvd.,
Southlake, Texas. Current Zoning:
"CS" Community Service District.
SPIN Neighborhood #6.
• Ordinance No. 1142, Adopting the
2015 International Building Code.
• Ordinance No. 1143, Adopting 2015
International Energy Conservation
Code.
• Ordinance No. 1144 Adopting the
2015 International Fire Code.
• Ordinance No. 1145 Adopting the
2015 International Mechanical
Code.
• Ordinance No. 1146, Adopting the
2015 International Fuel Gas Code.
• Ordinance No. 1147, Adopting 2015
International Plumbing Code.
• Ordinance No. 1148, Adopting the
2015 International Residential
Code.
• Ordinance No. 1149, Adopting the
2015 International Existing Building
Code.
The Planning & Zoning Commission
on Thursday, April 7, 2016, at 6:30
p.m. or immediately following the
Planning & Zoning Work Session
will hold a public hearing and
consider:
• ZA15-151, Preliminary Plat for
' Saddleback Ridge Estates on
property described as Lot 1, Block
1, Quail Oaks Addition; Tracts 3, 4,
4B R.D. Price Survey No. 992A and
Tract 11 A. Robinson Survey No.
1131A, Southlake, Denton County,
Texas and located at 330-360 W
i Bob Jones Road, and 4640 N. White
Chapel Blvd., Southlake, Texas.
Current Zoning:. "SF -1A" Single
Family Residential District. SPIN
Neighborhood #1.
All interested persons are urged to
attend.
City of Southlake
Lori Payne; TRMC
City Secretary