Item 6F-LCITY OF
SOUTHLAKE
MEMORANDUM
January 26, 2011
TO: Shana Yelverton, City Manager
FROM: Paul Ward, Chief Building Official
SUBJECT: 2009 1 Code Updates
Action
Requested: Consider Approval for Second Reading and Adoption of the 2009 1 Code
Ordinances 986, 987, 931A, 988, 989, 990 and 991.
Background
Information: The City of Southlake has adopted the International Code Council's construction
codes as our local building codes with regional and local amendments. The codes
are continually updated on the national level and are published every three years.
The current codes, the 2009 editions have been reviewed by the Regional Code
Coordinating Committee and Executive Council of the North Central Texas Council
of Governments ( NCTCOG) and recommended for adoption by area cities. Builders
need to be familiar with all the rules, codes and ordinances that regulate their work.
Most projects involve aspects of more than one code.
Significant changes and highlights of the proposed ordinances are as follows:
• 2009 International Residential Code, Ordinance 986. This code regulates one
and two - family dwellings and townhouses not over three stories high and their
accessory structures. The IRC covers all construction for dwellings including
building, electrical, energy conservation, plumbing, heating and air conditioning and
fuel gas piping. Other than in the administrative chapter and appendix chapters the
amendments are as recommended by NCTCOG. The energy code provisions are
consistent with the 2009 IECC. The residential sprinkler requirements are not
changed per state law.
. 2009 International Building Code, Ordinance 987. This code regulates all
buildings not covered by the IRC. Again the NCTCOG recommendations are
followed except for some items that are more clarification than actual code
changes. We follow the NCTCOG choice for group B cities as far as fire sprinkler
options, protecting buildings greater than 6000 square feet unchanged from the
current code. There is also an appendix chapter of the building code that readopts
the current edition of the electrical code so is no longer necessary to adopt that by a
separate ordinance.
.2009 International Fire Code, Ordinance 931A. This code establishes
regulations affecting or relating to structures, processes, premises and safeguards
regarding: (1.) The hazard of fire and explosion arising from the storage, handling or
use of structures, materials or devices; (2.) Conditions hazardous to life, property or
public welfare in the occupancy of structures or premises; (3.) Fire hazards in the
structure or on the premises from occupancy or operation; (4.) Matters related to
the construction, extension, repair, alteration or removal of fire suppression or alarm
systems. Amendments include NCTCOG recommendations and Fire Services
recommendations.
. 2009 International Energy Conservation Code, Ordinance 988. This is the
code adopted by the State Energy Conservation Office as the latest state energy
code. Cities may not amend it in any way less restrictive than the code as written.
The SECO adoption of the 2009 energy code has its own unique effective dates.
This ordinance and the energy chapter of the residential code reflect those dates.
. 2009 International Plumbing Code, Ordinance 991. This code regulates
plumbing systems including water and sewage and storm sewer piping systems and
their fixtures. Landscape irrigation systems are also a part of the plumbing code.
The Plumbing ordinance adopts amendments as recommended by NCTCOG.
• 2009 International Fuel Gas Code, Ordinance 989. This code regulates gas
piping, fuel burning appliances and their vents. Again amendments are limited to
the NCTCOG recommendations.
• 2009 International Mechanical Code, Ordinance 990. This code regulates
Heating, Air Conditioning and mechanical ventilation systems. The NCTCOG
amendments have been recommended for the IMC.
Effective Dates. The new codes will become effective upon adoption (2 Reading)
which is in accordance with NCTCOG's recommendations for effective dates.
However, the adoption date of the energy code has been adjusted to April 1, 2011
to reflect the effective dates mandated by the State Energy Conservation Office
(SECO). The letter from NCTCOG regarding this matter is attached to this
memorandum.
Financial
Considerations: None.
Strategic Link: Quality Development
Citizen Input: A SPIN meeting was held for citizen input on November 15, 2010. The report from
this meeting is attached to this memorandum.
Building Board of
Appeals Action: December 6, 2010; Approved (5 -0) recommending that City Council adopt the 2009
1 Codes (Ordinances 986, 987, 988, 931A, 989, 990 and 991), as presented.
City Council
Action: January 25, 2011; Approved (7 -0) on First Reading on Consent.
Legal Review:The City Attorney has reviewed these ordinances.
Alternatives: Recommend modifications to the proposed ordinance or approve the ordinance as
presented.
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Supporting
Documents:
Attachments:
Staff Contact:
(1) NCTCOG Letter
(2) SPIN Report
(3) Link to Presentation
(A) Ordinance 986
(B) Ordinance 987
(C) Ordinance 988
(D) Ordinance 931A
(E) Ordinance 989
(F) Ordinance 990
(G) Ordinance 991
Ken Baker (817) 748 -8067
Paul Ward (817) 748 -8278
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NCTCOG Letter
E3FILE Copy
North Central Texas Council Of Governments
TO: Jurisdictions throughout the North Central Texas Region DATE: November 23, 2010
SUBJECT: Model Construction Code Recommendations for North Central Texas
The North Central Texas Council of Governments {NCTCOG) has actively promoted the standardization
of model construction codes since 1967 in an effort to simplify the construction process, advance the
safety of building systems, promote common code _interpretation, facilitate the mobility of contractors,
and reduce training and construction costs.
In mid 2009, NCTCOC's Regional Codes Coordinating Committee (RCCC) directed its Code Advisory
Boards to review the International Code Council's 2009 family of model construction codes and the
National Fire Prevention Assoclatibn's 2011 National Electrical Code. The Advisory Boards, comprised of
101 code professionals representing local jurisdictions and professional associations, held open
meetings to consider the codes and achieve consensus on any needed regional amendments. Many
national and regional subject matter experts also gave testimony and participated in the process.
As a result, the NCTCOG Executive Board, upon the recommendation of the RCCC and its Advisory
Boards, encourages your jurisdiction to adopt the following model construction codes along with their
respective regional amendments:
International Building Code —x009 Edition
♦ International Residential Code -2009 Edition
♦ International Fire Code —2009 Edition
Irrternatlonal Plumbi=Code 20091Edition
♦ International Me hai6kal Code -2009 Edition
! International Fuel Gas Code - 2009 Edition
International Erterev Canservation Code - 2009 Edition
♦ National Electrical Code — '2011 Edition
NCTCOG recommends adopting these codes with no local amendments other than the regional
amendments with an effective date of January 31, 2011 or as soon as possible thereafter. The ultimate
goal is regional uniformity in the model construction codes forthe North Central Texas region. NCTCOG
feels strongly that municipalities, contractors, architects, builders, and manufacturers will benefit from the
positive economic results coming from achievement of that goal.
Asa follow -up measure, the RCCC intends to submit some of the regional amendments as proposed
changes during the next international code change cycle. In the past, several NCTCOG regional
amendments have been incorporated into the codes when those amendments were proposed as code
changes to the main documents.
616 Six Flags Drive, Centerpoint Two
P. O. Box 5868, Adington, Texas 760bG -5888
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www.nctcog.org
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PLEASE NOTE:
1) The Energy Efficiency amendments have been reviewed by the Energy Systems Laboratory (ESL) -at
Texas A &M to ensure equivalency with.the current Energy code adopted by the State of Texas (the
2003 International Energy Conservation Code).
2) The Energy Efficiency amendments have been reviewed by the Energy Systems Laboratory (ESL) at
Texas AM 'to. ensure'equlvalency with the future Energy Code adopted by the State of Texas (the
2009 International Energy Conservation Code and Chapter 11 of the 2009 International Residential
Code).
3) An International Code Compliance Calculator (ICCC) -has been created by the ESL` to demonstrate
compliance with the State's Energy Conservation Requirements: The ICCC is "live" and -cati be.
accessed at htto: / /ecalc.tarnu.edu -
4) ' There. Is . a. wide range in the fire fighting-philosophies/capabilities of cities across the region; the
consensus of the RCCC has been.to include both: an.1DPTION "A" and an OPTION "B" in the fire and
building code'am' eridments: Jurisdictions should choose one or the other based'on their fire fighting
philosophies /capabilities wheri adopting code amendments.
You may access our website.at www.dfWcodes.com to obtain -a copy of the regional
amendments. For more inforrnation.regarding:reglbnal codes, contact Michael King, Environment &
Development Planner, by emall at mking@nctcog.org or by phone at (817).695 -9277.
. We , appreciate your support of our continued efforts toward regional code uniformity. Please send a
copy of•your adopting ordinances) to NCTCOG including amendments. Your . ordinanc64,111 help us to
'document the effectiVeness of the codes coordinating effort in our region and may be used to provide -a
model to other jurisdictions.
rMike Eastland, Executive Director
North Central Texas Council Governments
David Kerr,'Chairman
Regional CadesCoordinating Committee . .
Mk/ez
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SPIN Report
USOUTHLAKE
SPIN MEETING REPORT
CASE NO. NIA
PROJECT NAME: Adoption of the 2009 International Building Codes
SPIN DISTRICT: Citywide
MEETING DATE: November 15, 2010: 8:00 PM
MEETING LOCATION: 1400 MAIN STREET, SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS
MEETING ROOMS 3A & 3B
TOTAL ATTENDANCE: Five (5)
• SPIN REPRESENTATIVE(S) PRESENT: None
• APPLICANT(S) PRESENTING: Charles Bloomberg, City of Southlake Plans
Examiner
• STAFF PRESENT: Lorrie Fletcher, Planner I; Paul Ward, Building Official; David
Barnes, Fire Marshal; Ken Baker, Director of Planning & Development Services
STAFF CONTACT: Charles Bloomberg, (817)748 -8218;
cbloombercOci. south lake. tx. us
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Details
The 2009 edition of the International Codes is expected to be coming as soon as
February 1, 2011. The City of Southlake has studied the new codes with the
North Central Texas Council of Governments Regional Code Coordinating
Committee. Based on the committee's recommendation we have prepared
ordinances to adopt the 2009 editions of the International Residential Code,
International Building Code, International Energy Conservation Code,
International Fire Code, International Fuel Gas Code, International
Mechanical Code and International Plumbing Code. There is no proposed
change to the Electrical Code. The City of Southlake will keep the 2008 edition of
the !National Electrical Code for now.
The projected schedule at this time is as follows:
• November 15, 2010 City wide Southlake Program for the Involvement
of Neighborhoods (SPIN) meeting to present the codes to citizens,
receive comments and address questions.
• December 6, 2010 Building Board of Appeals public hearing to receive
input and recommendation for City Council.
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• January 4, 2011 City Council first reading of ordinances.
• January 18, 2011 City Council public hearing and second reading of
ordinances.
If these ordinances are all approved as scheduled they will become
effective February 1, 2011 except for the Energy Conservation Code and
the Energy Efficiency chapter of the Residential Code. The energy code
provisions for commercial buildings will be April 1, 2011 and the
provisions for residential buildings will be effective January 1, 2012 as
established by the State Energy Conservation Office. The effective date
means that new submittals received on or after that date will be under the
new codes and projects already begun may continue under the codes in
effect when the plans were submitted. If there are provisions of the new
codes that you believe would make your project better than the current
code, you may request permission to use the newer codes prior to the
effective date. That request must be approved by the Building Official prior
to being authorized.
QUESTIONS 1 CONCERNS
None... No one other than City of Southlake staff attended this meeting. No
presentation was necessary.
SPIN Meeting Reports are general observations of SPIN Meetings by City staff and SPIN Representatives.
The report is neither verbatim nor official meeting minutes, rather it serves to inform elected and appointed
officials, City staff, and the public of the issues and questions raised by residents and the general
responses made. Responses as summarized in this report should not be taken as guarantees by the
applicant. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to follow the case through the Planning and Zoning
Commission and final action by City Council.
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ATTACHMENT A
2009 International Residential Code
ORDINANCE NO. 986
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 2009 EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL
CODE FOR ONE- AND TWO - FAMILY DWELLINGS, REGULATING THE ERECTION,
CONSTRUCTION, ENLARGEMENT, ALTERATION, REPAIR, MOVING, REMOVAL,
DEMOLITION, CONVERSION, OCCUPANCY, EQUIPMENT, USE, HEIGHT, AREA AND
MAINTENANCE OF ALL ONE- AND TWO- FAMILY DWELLINGS AND MULTIPLE SINGLE -
FAMILY DWELLINGS (TOWNHOUSES) IN THE CITY OF SOUTHLAKE AND PROVIDING FOR
THE ADOPTION OF LOCAL AMENDMENTS THERETO; PROVIDING FOR RECORDING OF
SUCH CODE AS A PUBLIC RECORD PROVIDING THAT THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BE
CUMULATIVE OF ALL ORDINANCES; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING
FOR A PENALTY FOR VIOLATIONS HEREOF; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING
FOR PUBLICATION IN PAMPHLET FORM; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION IN THE OFFICIAL
NEWSPAPER; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Southlake 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 Council of the City of Southlake deems it necessary to adopt this ordinance
providing minimum standards to safeguard the health, property, and welfare of the citizens of Southlake by
regulating and controlling the use, occupancy, maintenance, repair, design, construction and quality of
materials for residential buildings and structures within the City.
WHEREAS, beginning in the spring of 2010, NCTCOG's Regional Codes Coordinating Committee
(RCCC) and its four advisory boards conducted open review meetings over an 8 -month period to review
the 2009 editions of the International Codes and to develop regional amendments. Their review and
recommendations were completed and endorsed by NCTCOG's Executive Board in September 2010. Now
NCTCOG encourages jurisdictions in North Central Texas to adopt the 2009 International Residential Code
for One- and Two - Family Dwellings along with its respective regional amendments:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS:
SECTION 1
That the International Residential Code for One- and Two - Family Dwellings, 2009 Edition, published
by the International Code Council, including the standards referenced therein, including Appendices A, B,
C, E, G and H are hereby adopted as the Residential Building Code of the City of Southlake regulating the
erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion,
occupancy, equipment, use, height, area and maintenance of all one- and two - family dwellings, multiple
single - family dwellings (townhouses) and their accessory structures in the City of Southlake. True and
correct copies of these documents are attached as Exhibit "A."
SECTION 2
That the 2009 International Residential 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 Building Code
are necessary and appropriate to meet the unique needs of the City of Southlake, Texas. To effectuate
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these local modifications, the City Council shall enact individual ordinances amending this Ordinance, fully
setting forth the change to be made in the Residential Building Code. Upon adoption, copies of these
amendments shall be attached to Exhibit "B" to this Ordinance.
SECTION 3
The material contained in Exhibits "A" and "B" to this ordinance shall not be included in the formal
municipal codification of ordinances, but shall be maintained as a public record in the office of the City
Secretary and will be available for public inspection and copying during regular business hours.
SECTION 4
This ordinance shall be cumulative of all provisions of ordinances of the City of Southlake, Texas,
except where the provisions of this ordinance are in direct conflict with the provisions of such ordinances,
in which event the conflicting provisions of such ordinances are hereby repealed. This ordinance shall not
amend or replace Appendix chapter P of the 2006 edition of the International Residential Code for One -
and Two - Family Dwellings as adopted in ordinance 937.
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It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that the phrases, clauses, sentences,
paragraphs, and sections of this ordinance 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 the same would have been enacted by the
City Council without the incorporation in this ordinance of any such unconstitutional phrase, clause,
sentence, paragraph or section.
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 7
All rights and remedies of the City of Southlake are expressly saved as to any and all violations of
the provisions of any ordinances affecting the regulation and control of the use, occupancy, maintenance,
repair, design, construction and quality of materials for buildings and structures within the City 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 8
The City Secretary of the City of Southlake is hereby authorized to publish this ordinance in book or
pamphlet form for general distribution among the public, and the operative provisions of this ordinance as
so published shall be admissible in evidence in all courts without further proof than the production thereof.
SECTION 9
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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.
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This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and publication as
required by law but not before February 1, 2011, and is so ordained except Chapter 11, Energy Efficiency,
shall not be effective prior to January 1, 2012. Residential Energy Efficiency shall comply with the 2006 1 R
Chapter 11 as adopted through December 31, 2011.
Passed And Approved On First Reading On This Day Of , 20_
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY SECRETARY
Passed And Approved On Second Reading On This Day Of , 20,
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY SECRETARY
Approved as to form and legality:
City Attorney
Date
EFFECTIVE: except as noted Section 10
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EXHIBIT B
Amendments to the
2009 International Residential Code
The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2009 International Residential Code are
hereby amended as follows:
Standard type is text from the IRC. Underlined type is text inserted. L thro type is deleted text fro
IRG4 Double asterisk ( * *) at the beginning of a section is an amendment carried over from the -2006 Edition
of the code and a triple asterisk ( * * *) identifies an amendment new with the 2009 code.
After each amendment a reason is given in parentheses. The reason is not a part of the code, but is given
to aid in understanding of the code.
Note: The 2009 International Residential Code (IRC) and International Energy Conservation Code
(/ECC) include a new emphasis on envelope infiltration and duct leakage. Significant changes in the
residential energy requirements include more requirements for performance testing for leakage.
Residential Duct systems must be tested unless all ducts and equipment are located within the
conditioned space. Envelope testing is required to demonstrate compliance with maximum allowable
leakage rate unless a detailed air barrier and insulation inspection has been performed to field verify
component criteria. Testing is available from RESNET- certified HERS Raters or Rating Field
Inspectors, and certified Performance Verification Technicians.
** *Section R101.1; Insert city name as follows:
R101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Residential Code for One -and Two - family Dwellings
of The Citv of Southlake. Texas hereinafter referred to as "this code."
* *Section R102.4; change to read as follows:
R102.4 Referenced codes and standards. The codes when specifically adopted, and standards
referenced in this code shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of
each such reference. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards,
each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Any
reference made to NFPA 70 or the ICC Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
Where differences occur between provisions of this code and referenced codes and standards, the
provisions of this code shall apply.
Exception: Where enforcement ... (remainder of exception unchanged.)....
(Reason: Legal wording to recognize locally adopted codes and amendments adopted with referenced
codes.)
* ** Section 103 and 103.1 amend to insert the department name:
SECTION 103
Department of Build S afet y Planning & Development Services, Building Inspection Division
103.1 Creation of a code enforcement agency. The Planning & Development Services Department of
E3uilding Safety Building Inspection division is hereby created and the official in charge thereof shall be
known as the building official.
(Reason: To correlate the department name with what it is actually called in this city.)
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* *Section R105.1, Add the following sentence:
105.1 Required. Any owner or authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move,
demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, to excavate or change the grade of any
p or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical
or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be
done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permit. For excavation or
grading permits see IBC appendix chapter J as adopted.
(Reason: to make it clear that grading is regulated under the IBC even if on a residential lot.)
* ** Section105.2: amend item 2 under Building and Electrical as follows:
Building:
1. One -story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar
uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 2-W 120 square feet (11.15 m2).
2. Fences not over 6 feet nominal �� 8 ''x,7 high except masonry fences or pool barriers.
3. — 9. (No change)
10. Decks not evoeedinn 200 square foot (18 rn o n area that are not more than 30 inches (762
mm) above grade at any point, are not attached to a dwelling and do not serve the exit door
required by Section R311.4.
(Reason: Consistent with current policy.)
Electrical : Repairs and maintenance: ° permit shall not he req for runner repair wort innlul the
replaGernent of lamps er the GonneGtien of approved portable e equipment to approved permanently
installed renentadec Minor repair work, including the replacement of lamps or the connection of approved
portable electrical equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles. Repair or replacement of fixed
motors, transformers or fixed approved appliances of the same type and rating in the same location; Repair
or replacement of current - carrying parts of any switch, contactor or control device; Reinstallation of
attachment plug receptacles, but not the outlets therefor; Repair or replacement of any overcurrent device
of the required capacity in the same location; Taping joints.
Temporary testing systems: A permit shall not be required for the installation of any temporary system
required for the testing or servicing of electrical equipment
or apparatus.
Other exemptions: Temporary decorative lighting; Removal of electrical wiring; Electrical wiring, devices,
appliances, apparatus or equipment operating at less than 25 volts and not capable of supplying more than
50 watts of energy; Low - energy power, control and signal circuits of Class II and Class III as defined in the
Electrical Code.
(Reason: To match amended wording in IBC ordinance using the more specific language from the old
UAC.)
** *Section 105.3.1 and 105.3.2; change to read as follows:
§RR105.3.1 Action on application. The building official shall examine or cause to be examined
applications for permits and amendments thereto within a reasonable time after filing but not less than
required by state law If the application or the construction documents do not conform to the requirements
of pertinent laws, the building official shall reject such application in writing, stating the reasons therefor. If
the building official is satisfied that the proposed work conforms to the requirements of this code and laws
and ordinances applicable thereto, the building official shall issue a permit therefor as soon as practicable.
§RR105.3.1.1 Substantially improved or substantially damaged existing buildings in areas prone to
flooding. For applications for reconstruction, rehabilitation, addition, or the improvement of existing
buildings or structures located in an area prone to flooding as established by Ordinance 641 the building
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official shall examine or cause to be examined the construction documents and shall prepare a finding with
regard to the value of the proposed work. Construction in such areas shall only be permitted as authorized
by such ordinance.
(Delete balance of paragraph)
(Reason: to recognize local flood hazard ordinance)
§RR 105.3.2 Time limitation of application. An application for a permit for any proposed work shall be
deemed to have been abandoned 4-90 45 days after the date of filing, unless such application has been
pursued in good faith or a permit has been issued; except that the building official is authorized to grant
one or more extensions of time for additional periods
not exceeding 90 45 days each. A good faith effort shall be deemed to be demonstrated by response to city
comments, requests for additional information or purchasing of permit within 45 days of notice by the city.
The extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated.
(Reason: to call attention to state limitations on the city and place similar limitations on applicants in order
to reduce buildup of backlog of plans and applications.)
* *Section 108.6 and 108.7; amend section 108.6 and add 108.7 as follows:
108.6 Work commencing before permit issuance. Any person who commences work requiring a permit
on a building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system before obtaining the necessary
permits shall be subject to a fee established b y the applicable governing a Cheri+„ below that and shall be
in addition to the required permit fees.
108.6.1 Investigation. Whenever work for which a permit is required by this code has been commenced
without first obtaining a permit, a special investigation shall be made before a permit may be issued for
such work.
108.6.2 Fee. An investigation fee, in addition to the permit fee, shall be collected whether or not a permit is
subsequently issued. The investigation fee shall be equal to the amount of the permit fee required by this
code or the city fee schedule as applicable. The payment of such investigation fee shall not exempt the
applicant from compliance with all other provisions of either this code or the technical codes nor from
penalty prescribed by law.
108.7 Unauthorized cover up fee.
108.7.1 Any work concealed without first obtaining the required inspection in violation of section 109 shall
be assessed a fee as established by the city fee schedule.
(Reason: These fees are not a fine or penalty but are designed to compensate for additional time
necessary to obtain and verify code compliance. Language taken from former Uniform Administrative
Code.)
* *Section 108.8; add section as follows:
108.8 Re- insaection Fee. A fee as established by city council resolution may be charaed when
1. Work called for inspection is incomplete;
2. Building address and /or permit card is not clearly posted;
3. City approved plans are not on the mob site available to the inspector;
4. The building is locked or work otherwise not available for inspection when called;
5. Items noted for correction on initial inspection and not corrected upon re- inspection.
6. The original red tag has been removed from the mob site and /or,
7. Violations exist on the property including failure to maintain erosion control, trash control or
tree protection.
Anv re- insaection fees assessed shall be aaid before anv more insaections are made on that iob site.
(Reason: This fee is not a fine or penalty but is designed to compensate for time and trips when
inspections are called for when not ready.)
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* *Section R109.1.3; change to read as follows:
R109.1.3 Floodplain inspections. For construction permitted in areas prone to flooding as established by
Ordinance 641 Table 8301 20), upon ... (bulk of section unchanged) ... construction, the building official
may shalt require submission ... (remainder of section unchanged).
(Reason: Confirmation of elevation is left to local discretion.)
* *Section R110 (R110.1 through R110.5); delete.
(Reason: Issuing CO's for residences is not a common practice in the area.)
* *Sections 112.1, 112.2 and 112.2.1; Amend as follows:
R112.1 General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the
building official relative to the application and interpretation of this code, there shall be and is hereby
created a board of appeals. The building official shall be an ex officio member of said board but shall have
no vote on any matter before the board. The board of appeals shall be appointed by the governing body
and shall hold office at its pleasure. The board shall adopt rules of procedure for conducting its business,
and shall render all decisions and findings in writing to the appellant with a duplicate copy to the building
official. The Building Board of Appeals as established by ordinance 622, as amended, shall constitute the
Board of ADDeals referenced in this code.
112.2 Limitations on authority. An application for appeal shall be based on a claim that the true intent of
this code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted, the provisions of this
code do not fully apply, or an equally good or better form of construction is proposed. The board shall have
no authority to waive requirements of this code.
(Reason: recognize appeal board previously established by ordinance.)
* *Section R112.2.1 and Section R112.2.2; delete.
(Reason: Floodplain provisions are addressed by local ordinance.)
** *Section R202; amend the following definition:
DWELLING. Any building that contains one or twe more dwelling units used, intended, or designed to be
built, used, rented, leased, let or hired out to be occupied, or that are occupied for living purposes.
(Reason: A dwelling could also be a building containing townhouse units.)
** *Section R202; add the following definition:
DECK. An exterior floor system supported on at least two opposing sides by an adjoining structure and /or
posts, piers, or other independent supports.
(Reason: Definition from 2006 edition of code. It is necessary to keep this definition due to exemption
added to section R105.2 for certain decks.)
* *Table R301.2(1); fill in as follows:
GROUND SNOW WIND DESIGN SEISMIC DESIGN
LOAD SPEED (mph) Topographic CATEGORY'
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SUBJECT TO DAMAGE FROM
Weathering
Effects
Termite
51b /ft2
90 (3- sec - gust) /76
No
A
fastest mile
SUBJECT TO DAMAGE FROM
Weathering
EFrost line depth'
Termite
moderate
6"
very heavy
WINTER DESIGN
ICE SHIELD UNDER-
FLOOD
AIR FREEZING
MEAN ANNUAL
TEMP
LAYMENT
HAZARDSg
INDEX'
TEMP'
REQUIRED'
22 ° F
No
Local code
69 ° F
64.9 ° F
No chanae to footnotes
(Reason: General DFW data used to promote regional uniformity.)
** *Section R302.5.3; amend the section as follows:
R302.5.3 Other penetrations. Penetrations through the separation required in Section 8309.2 R302.6
shall be protected as required by Section R302.11, Item 4.
(Reason: This is a correction of a typographical error.)
* *Section R303.3, exception; change to read as follows:
Exception The glazed areas shall not be required where artificial light and a mechanical ventilation
system, complying with the following, are provided_
1. The minimum ventilation rates shall be 50 cubic feet per minute (24 L /s) for intermittent ventilation or
20 cubic feet per minute (10 L /s) for continuous ventilation. Ventilation air from the space shall be
exhausted directly to the outside.
2. Bathrooms that contain only a water closet, a lavatory, or water closet and a lavatory may be
ventilated with an aaaroved mechanical recirculatina fan or similar device desianed to remove odors
from the air
(Reason: Consistent with common local practice and saves energy by not removing conditioned air.)
* *Section R321.1; change to read as follows:
R321.1 Premises identification. Approved numbers or addresses shall be provided for all new buildings in
such a position as to be plainly visible and legible from the street or road fronting the property. See
Ordinance # 441 for specific addressing requirements.
(Reason: Call attention to addressing ordinance.)
* *Section R324.1; change to read as follows:
R324.1 General. Buildings and structures when permitted to be constructed in flood hazard areas ...
(bulk of section unchanged) ... shall be designed and constructed as required in accordance with the
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provisions contained in this section or by other local provisions as applicable
(Reason: Recognize other local provisions.)
** *Section 602.6. land Figure R6020601; amend as follows:
R602.6.1 Drilling and notching of top plate. When piping or ductwork is placed in or partly in an exterior
wall or interior load- bearing wall, necessitating cutting, drilling or notching of the top plate by more than 50
percent of its width, a galvanized metal tie not less than 0.054 inch thick (1.37 mm) (16 Ga) and 1 1, �inGhes
{38} nrn 5 inches (127 mm) wide shall be fastened across and to the plate at each side of the opening with
not less than eight 10d to 16d (0. 148 0.131 inch diameter) having a minimum length of 1 '/2 inches (38 mm)
at each side or equivalent. Fasteners will be offset to prevent splitting of the top plate material. The metal
tie must extend a minimum of 6 inches past the opening. See figure R602.6.1.
(Reason: to comply with P2603.2.1)
Figure R602.6.1; delete the figure and insert the following figure:
WALL CONSTRUCTION
NOTCH GREA
PERCENT OF
TOP
For SI'. 1 inch u 25.4 mm
FIGURE R602.6.1
TOP PLATE FRAMING TO ACCOMMODATE PIPING
054 IN.) AND 5 IN. WIDE
ASTENED ACROSS AND
TE AT EACH SIDE OF THE
H 8 -16d NAILS EACH 51DE
* *Section R703.7.4.1; add a second paragraph to read as follows:
For 2.67 square feet (0.248 m of wall area, the following dimensions shall be adhered to:
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1. When ties are placed on studs 16 in (407 mm) o.c., they shall be spaced no further apart than 24 in
(737 mm) vertically starting approximately 12 in (381 mm) from the foundation.
2. When ties are placed on studs 24 in (610 mm) o.c., they shall be spaced no further apart than 16 in
(483 mm) vertically starting approximately 8 in (254 mm) from the foundation.
(Reason: Provide easy to install and inspect dimensions for clarity.)
** *Section R902.1; Amend and add exception #3 to read as follows:
R902.1 Roofing covering materials. Roofs shall be covered with materials as set forth in Sections R904
and R905. Class A, B, or C roofing shall be installed On a des by la . . . g their use or
when the edge of the reof is less than 3 Feet From a property pipe (remainder unchanged)
Exceptions:
1. {unchanged}
2. {unchanged}
3. Non - classified roof coverings shall be permitted on one -story detached accessory structures
used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not
exceed (area defined by iurisdiction).
(Reason: Consistent with local practice. Language fits better in this section. Aligned the area and
description of the building to be consistent with the item #1 to Section R105.2)
* *Section R907.1; add a sentence to read as follows:
All individual replacement shingles or shakes shall comply with Section R902.3.
(Reason: Consistent with local practice. Correlates with regional amendment to R902.3.)
* *Section N1102.2.12; add Section N1102.2.12 to read as follows:
N1102.2.12. Insulation batts installed in walls. Insulation batts installed in walls shall be totally
surrounded by an enclosure on all sides consisting of framing lumber, gypsum, sheathing, wood structural
panel sheathing or otherwise secured in place as approved by the building official.
(Reason: This will increase the performance of the batt insulation by eliminating the potential for drafts and
insure that the batt insulation stays in place)
* *Section M1305.1.3; change to read as follows:
M1305.1.3 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access shall be provided ... (bulk
of paragraph unchanged) ... sides of the appliance where access is required. The clear access opening
dimensions shall be a minimum of 20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm by 762 mm), or larger and large
enough to allow removal of the largest appliance. As a minimum, access to the attic space, provide one of
the following:
1. A permanent stair.
2. A pull down stair with a minimum 300 lb (136 kq) capacity.
3. An access door from an upper floor level.
4. Access Panel may be used in lieu items 1, 2, and 3 with prior approval of the building official
due to building conditions.
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Exceptions:
1. The passageway and level service space are not required where the appliance can be serviced
and removed through the required opening.
2. Where the passageway is unobstructed ... (remainder unchanged)
(Reason: To provide a safe means of accessibility to appliances in attics and to allow for different types of
construction limitations.. Consistent with regional amendments to IMC 306.3 and IFGC 306.3.)
** *Section M1305.1.3.1; add text to read as follows:
M1305.1.3.1 Electrical requirements. A luminaire controlled by a switch located at the required passage-
way opening and a receptacle outlet shall be installed at or near the appliance location in accordance with
Chapter 39 the electrical code as adopted Low voltage wiring of 50 Volts or less shall be installed in a
manner to prevent physical damage.
(Reason: To call attention to the need for care while installing lighting wiring in attic.)
** *Section M1502.4.4.1; change to read as follows:
M1502.4.4.1 Specified length. The maximum length of the exhaust duct shall be 2-5 35 feet (10668 mm)
from the connection to the transition duct from the appliance to the outlet terminal. Where fittings are used,
the maximum length of the exhaust duct shall be reduced in accordance with Table M1502.4.4.1.
(Reason: Reflects standard practice in this area, see G2439.5.5.1 and provides clarification when
preparing specifications.)
* *Section M2005.2; change to read as follows:
M2005.2 Prohibited locations. Fuel -fired water heaters shall not be installed in a room used as a storage
closet. Water heaters located in a bedroom or bathroom shall be installed in a sealed enclosure so that
combustion air will not be taken from the living space. Access to such enclosure may be from the bedroom
or bathroom when through a solid door, weather - stripped in accordance with the exterior door air leakage
requirements of the International Energy Conservation Code and equipped with an approved self - closing
device. Direct -vent water heaters are not required to be installed within an enclosure.
(Reason: Corresponds with the provisions of IFGC Section 303, exception #5.)
* *Section G2412.5; add a second paragraph to read as follows:
G2412.5 (401.5) Identification. For other than black steel pipe, exposed piping shall be identified by a
yellow label marked "Gas" in black letters. The marking shall be spaced at intervals not exceeding 5 feet
(1524 mm). The marking shall not be required on pipe located in the same room as the equipment served.
Both ends of each section of medium pressure gas pipe or tubing shall identify its operating gas
pressure with an approved tag. The taps are to be composed of aluminum or stainless steel and the
following wording shall be stamped into the tag:
"WARNING
1/2 to 5 psi gas pressure
Do Not Remove"
(Reason: To protect homeowners and plumbers.)
* *Section G2413.3; add an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) shall be a minimum of 1/2 ".
(Reason: Pipe less than 1/2" has a history in this region of causing whistling.)
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* *Section G2415.10; change to read as follows:
G2415.10 (404.9) Minimum burial depth. Underground piping systems shall be installed a minimum
depth of 42- 18 inches (385 458 mm) below grade °X ^ en+ as prov For in Sen +inn G241
(Reason: To provide increased protection to piping systems.)
* *Section G2415.10.1; delete.
(Reason: Hazard is same for smaller lines, therefore need same protection.)
* *Section G2417.1; change to read as follows:
G2417.1 (406.1) General. Prior to acceptance and initial operation, all piping installations shall be
inspected and pressure tested to determine that the materials, design, fabrication, and installation
practices comply with the requirements of this code. The permit holder shall make the applicable tests
prescribed in Sections 2417. 1.1 through 2417.1.5 to determine compliance with the provisions of this code.
The permit holder shall give reasonable advance notice to the code official when the piping system is
ready for testing. The equipment, material, power and labor necessary for the inspections and test shall be
furnished by the permit holder and the permit holder shall be responsible for determining that the work will
withstand the test aressure arescribed in the followina tests.
(Reason: To utilize language used in the IPC regarding who is responsible for testing procedures.)
* *Section G2417.4; change to read as follows:
G2417.4 (406.4) Test pressure measurement. Test pressure shall be measured with a manometer or
with a pressure- measuring device designed and calibrated to read, record, or indicate a pressure loss
caused by leakage during the pressure test period. The source of pressure shall be isolated before the
pressure tests are made. McGhani^°' gauges Gauges used to measure... {remainder unchanged)
(Reason: To require the use of more accurate diaphragm gauges. Spring gauges do not provide accurate
measurement below approximately 17 psig.)
* *Section G2417.4.1; change to read as follows:
G2417.4.1 (406.4.1) Test pressure. The test pressure to be used shall be not less than nne and one h ^'F
times th �re prrvpesed maxims rn working pressure b ut not l ess than 3 psig (20 kPa gauge), or at the
discretion of the Building Official, the piping and valves may be tested at a pressure of at least six (6)
inches 0 52 mm) of mercury, measured with a manometer or slope gauge. irresnedi „e of design nressUre
Where the test pressure eXGeedS 125 psig (862 kPa gauge), the test pressure shall not eXGeed a v
that predUGes a heep stress On the piping greater than 50 PeFGent of the SpeGified minimurn yield strength-Gf
the pipe -For tests requiring a pressure of 3 psiq, m °mar ag uses ° °�+ +n m °,�, ,r° +°^+ nr °��, ,r °� shall
utilize a dial with a minimum diaphragm diameter of three and one half inches (3'/2 "), a set hand, 1/10
pound incrementation and pressure range not to exceed 6 psi for tests requiring a pressure of 3 psig. For
tests requiring a pressure of 10 psig, mechanical diaphragm gauges shall utilize a dial with a minimum
diameter of three and one -half inches (3'/2 "), a set hand, a minimum of 2/10 pound incrementation and a
pressure range not to exceed 20 psi have a range SIA^h +�R e highest end of the sGa 06 not greater
than Fide times the test pressure
For welded piping, and for piping carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches water column
pressure (3.48 kPa) (1/2 psi) and less than 200 inches of water column pressure (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the
test pressure shall not be less than ten (10) pounds per square inch (69.6 kPa). For piping carrying gas at
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a pressure that exceeds 200 inches of water column (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the test pressure shall be not
less than one and one -half times the proposed maximum working pressure.
(Reason: To provide for lesser pressures to coordinate with the use of more accurate diaphragm gauges.)
* *Section G2417.4.2; change to read as follows:
G2417.4.2 (406.4.2) Test duration. The test duration shall be held for a length of time satisfactory to the
Code Official, but in no case for be not less than 44- fifteen (15) minutes. For welded piping, and for piping
carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure (3.48 kPa), the test
duration shall be held for a length of time satisfactory to the Code Official, but in no case for less than thirty
(30) minutes.
(Reason: For consistency to comply with accepted regional practices.)
** *Replace section G2417.7 through G2417.7.3 to read as follows: (delete existing)
IFGS 406.7 (IRC G2417.7) Purging requirements. The purging of piping shall be in accordance with
Sections 406.7.1 throuah 406.7.3.
IFGS 406.7.1 (IRC G2417.7.1) Piping systems required to be purged outdoors. The purging of piping
systems shall be in accordance with the provisions of Sections 406.7.1.1 through 406.7.1.4 where the
piping system meets either of the following:
1. The design operating gas pressure is greater than 2 psig.
2. The piping being purged contains one or more sections of pipe or tubing greater than 2 inches in
nominal size and exceeding the lengths in Table 406.7.1.1.
IFGS 406.7.1.1 (IRC G2417.7.1.1) Removal from service. Where existing gas piping is opened, the
section that is opened shall be isolated from the gas supply and the line pressure vented in accordance
with Section 406.7.1.3. Where gas piping meeting the criteria of Table 406.7.1.1 is removed from service,
the residual fuel gas in the piping shall be displaced with an inert gas.
IFGS Table 406.7.1.1 (IRC Table 2417.7.1.1)
Size and Length of Piping
Nominal Pipe Size
(inches)
Length of Piping
(feet)
2 1 /2
> 50
3
> 30
4
>15
6
>10
8 or larger
Any length
For SI units: 1 inch = 25.4mm; 1 ft = 304.8mm.
IFGS 406.7.1.2 (IRC G2417.7.1.2) Placing in operation. Where gas piping containing air and meeting the
criteria of Table 406.7.1.1 is placed in operation, the air in the piping shall first be displaced with an inert
gas. The inert gas shall then be displaced with fuel gas in accordance with Section 406.7.1.3.
IFGS 406.7.1.3 (IRC G2417.7.1.3) Outdoor discharge of purged gases. The open end of a piping system
being pressure vented or purged shall discharge directly to an outdoor location. Purging operations shall
comply with all of the following requirements:
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1. The point of discharge shall be controlled with a shutoff valve.
2. The point of discharge shall be located at least 10 feet from sources of ignition, at least 10 feet from
building openings and at least 25 feet from mechanical air intake openings.
3. During discharge, the open point of discharge shall be continuously attended and monitored with a
combustible gas indicator that complies with Section 406.7.1.4.
4. Purging operations introducing fuel gas shall be stopped when 90% fuel gas by volume is detected
within the pipe.
5. Persons not involved in the purging operations shall be evacuated from all areas within 10 ft of the point
of discharge.
IFGS 406.7.1.4 (IRC G2417.7.1.4) Combustible gas indicator. The combustible gas indicator used during
purging operations shall be listed and shall be calibrated in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
and recommended schedule. The combustible gas indicator used for pipe discharge monitoring shall
numerically display a volume scale from 0% to 100% with a resolution of not greater than 1 % increments.
IFGS 406.7.2 (IRC G2417.7.2) Piping systems allowed to be purged indoors or outdoors. The purging
of piping systems shall be in accordance with the provisions of Section 406.7.2.1 where the piping system
meets both of the following:
1. The design operating gas pressure is 2 psig or less.
2. The piping being purged is constructed entirely from pipe or tubing of 2 inch nominal size or smaller, or
larger size pipe or tubing with lengths shorter than specified in Table 406.7.1.1.
IFGS 406.7.2.1 (IRC G2417.2.1) Purging procedure. The piping system shall be purged in accordance
with one or more of the following:
1. The piping shall be purged with fuel gas and shall discharge to the outdoors.
2. The piping shall be purged with fuel gas and shall discharge to the indoors or outdoors through an
appliance burner not located in a combustion chamber. Such burner shall be provided with a
continuous source of ignition.
3. The piping shall be purged with fuel gas and shall discharge to the indoors or outdoors through a
burner that has a continuous source of ignition and that is designed for such purpose.
4. The piping shall be purged with fuel gas that is discharged to the indoors or outdoors, and the point of
discharge shall be monitored with a listed combustible gas detector in accordance with 406.7.2.2.
Purging shall be stopped when fuel gas is detected.
5. The piping shall be purged by the gas supplier in accordance with written procedures.
IFGS 406.7.2.2 (IRC G2417.7.2.2) Combustible gas detector. The combustible gas detector used during
purging operations shall be listed and shall be calibrated or tested in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions and recommended schedule. The combustible gas detector used for pipe discharge monitoring
shall indicate the presence of fuel gas.
IFGS 406.7.3 (IRC G2417.7.3) Purging appliances and equipment. After the piping system has been
placed in operation, appliances and equipment shall be purged before being placed into operation.
4. The piping shall be purged with fuel gas that is discharged to the indoors or outdoors, and the point of
discharge shall be monitored with a listed combustible gas detector in accordance with 406.7.2.2.
Purging shall be stopped when fuel gas is detected.
5. The piping shall be purged by the gas supplier in accordance with written procedures.
IFGS 406.7.2.2 (IRC G2417.7.2.2) Combustible gas detector. The combustible gas detector used during
purging operations shall be listed and shall be calibrated or tested in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions and recommended schedule. The combustible gas detector used for pipe discharge monitoring
shall indicate the presence of fuel gas.
IFGS 406.7.3 (IRC G2417.7.3) Purging appliances and equipment. After the piping system has been
placed in operation, appliances and equipment shall be purged before being placed into operation.
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(Reason: Emergency amendment adopted at ICC ABM October 26, 2010.)
* *Add Section G2420.1.4 to read as follows:
G2420.1.4 Valves in CSST installations. Shutoff valves installed with corrugated stainless steel (CSST)
piping systems shall be supported with an approved termination fitting, or equivalent support, suitable for
the size of the valves, of adequate strength and quality, and located at intervals so as to prevent or damp
out excessive vibration but in no case greater than 12- inches from the center of the valve. Supports shall
be installed so as not to interfere with the free expansion and contraction of the system's piping, fittings,
and valves between anchors. All valves and supports shall be designed and installed so they will not be
disengaged by movement of the supporting piping.
(Reason: To provide proper security to CSST valves. These standards were established in this region in
1999 when CSST was an emerging technology.)
* *Section G2421.1; add a second paragraph and exception to read as follows:
G2421.1 (410.1) Pressure regulators. A line pressure regulator shall be installed where the appliance is
designed to operate at a lower pressure than the supply system. Access shall be provided to pressure
regulators. Pressure regulators shall be protected from physical damage. Regulators installed on the
exterior of the building shall be approved for outdoor installation.
Access to regulators shall comply with the requirements for access to appliances as specified in Section
M 1305.
Exception: A passageway or level service space is not required when the regulator is capable of
being serviced and removed through the required attic opening.
(Reason: To require adequate access to regulators.)
** *Section G2422.1.2.3 (411.1.3.3); delete Exceptions 1 and 4 and renumber as follows:
G2422.1.2.3 (411.1.3.3) Prohibited locations and penetrations. Connectors shall not be concealed
within, or extended through, walls, floors, partitions, ceilings or appliance housings.
Exceptions:
1. GonneGtOFS GenStFUGted of materials allowed for piping &ystema on aGGGrdanGe with SeGtien
G24 1 4 shall be permitted to pass through walls, fleers, partitions and Geilings where installed
aGGGrdanGe With SeGt G2420.5.2 or G2420.5.3.
1 2-. Rigid steel pipe connectors shall be permitted to extend through openings in appliance
housings.
2 -3. Fireplace inserts that are factory equipped with grommets, sleeves or other means of
protection in accordance with the listing of the appliance.
4. Semirigid tubing and listed Gc)nneGtC)FS shall be permitted to extend through an openi
applianGe housing, Gabinet OF Gasing where the tubing OF Gc)nneGtC)F 0 6 preteGted against darnage.
* *Section G2439.5 (614.6); change text to read as follows:
G2439.5 (614.6) Domestic clothes dryer exhaust ducts. Exhaust ducts for domestic clothes dryers shall
conform to the requirements of Sections �"'^�TG2439.5.1 through �'^�TG2439.5.7 The size of
duct shall not be reduced along its developed length nor at the point of termination.
(Reason: To clarify the size requirement and to correct a typo in the code.)
* *Section G2445.2; change to read as follows:
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G2445.2 (621.2) Prohibited use. One or more unvented room heaters shall not be used as the sole
source of comfort heating in a dwelling unit.
Exception: Existing approved unvented heaters may continue to be used in dwelling units, in
accordance with the code arovisions in effect when installed. when aaaroved by the Code Official
unless an unsafe condition is determined to exist as described in International Fuel Gas Code
Section 108 7
(Reason: Gives code official discretion.)
* *Section P2503.6; change to read as follows:
P2503.6 Shower liner test. Where shower floors and receptors are made water tight by the application of
materials required by Section P2709.2 the completed liner installation shall be tested. The mine from the
shower drain shall be plugged water tight for the test drain shall be plugged in a manner so that both sides
of pans shall be subjected to the test at the point where it is clamped to the drain. The floor and receptor
area shall be filled with potable water to a depth of not less than 2 inches (51 mm) measured at the
threshold. Where a threshold of at least 2 inches high does not exist, a temporary threshold shall be
constructed to retain the test water in the lined floor or receptor area to a level not less than 2 inches deep
measured at the threshold. The water shall be retained for a test period of not less than 15 minutes and
there shall be no evidence of leakage.
(Reason: To verify the pan does not leak at point of connection to drain.)
* *Section P2603.6.1; change to read as follows:
P2603.6.1 Sewer depth. Building sewers that connect to private sewage disposal systems shall be a
minimum of twelve (12) inches ( 304 mm) below finished grade at the point of septic tank connection.
Building sewers shall be a minimum of 12 inches (304 mm) below grade.
(Reason: Provides sewer depth that is common in this region.)
Section P2709.1; add an exception to read as follows:
P2709.1 Construction. Shower receptors shall have a finished curb threshold not less than 1 inch (25 mm)
below the sides and back of the receptor. The curb shall be not less than 2 inches (51 mm) and not more
than 9 inches (229 mm) deep when measured from the top of the curb to the top of the drain. The finished
floor shall slope uniformly toward the drain not less than 1/4 unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (2- percent
slope) nor more than 1/2 inch (13 mm), and floor drains shall be flanged to provide a water -tight joint in the
floor.
Exception: Showers designed to comply with ICC /ANSI Al 17.1.
(Reason: Recognize difference for showers without threshold.)
** *Section P2717.2; change text to read as follows:
P2717.2 Sink and dishwasher. A sink and dishwasher are permitted ... {bulk of text unchanged) ...wye
fitting to the sink tailpiece. The dishwasher waste line shall rose and be SeGurely fastened to the Undersi -
of the to the s t The waste line of a domestic dishwashing machine
discharging into a kitchen sink tailpiece shall connect to a deck mounted air break.
(Reason: To provide consistency with 2009 International Plumbing Code, Section 802.1.6.)
* *Section P2717.3; change text to read as follows:
P2717.3 Sink, dishwasher and food grinder. The combined discharge ... (bulk of text unchanged) ...
head of the food grinder. The dishwasher waste line shall rose and be SeGIAFely fastened to the underside of
the GOunter beft)re c-enne^ +�o the peGe or t fend g rinder. The waste line of a domestic
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dishwashing machine discharging into a kitchen sink tailpiece or food waste grinder shall connect to a deck
mounted air break.
(Reason: To provide consistency with 2009 International Plumbing Code, Section 802.1.6.)
** *Section P2801.6; add an exception as follows:
Exception: Elevation of the ignition source is not required for appliances that are listed as
flammable vapor ignition resistant.
(Reason: To coordinate with Section 2408.2 of the IRC, which recognizes this exception.)
** *Section P2902.4.3; changed to read as follows:
P2902.5.3 Lawn irrigation systems.
The potable water supply to lawn irrigation systems shall be protected against backflow by an atmospheric -
type vacuum breaker, a pressure -type vacuum breaker a double -check assembly or a reduced pressure
principle backflow preventer. A valve shall not be installed downstream from an atmospheric vacuum
breaker. Where chemicals are introduced into the system, the potable water supply shall be protected
against backflow by a reduced pressure principle backflow preventer.
(Reason: To provide another option.)
Section P3005.2.6; changed to read as follows:
P3005.2.6 Upper terminal Base of ^+^ ^< < Each horizontal drain shall be provided with a cleanout at its
upper terminal 4 oloanout shall be provided at the base of oaoh waste or coil sta Gk
Exception: Cleanouts may be omitted on a horizontal drain less that five (5) feet (1524 mm) in
length unless such line is serving sinks or urinals.
(Reason: To eliminate the requirement for excessive cleanouts.)
** *Section P3112.2; delete and replace with the following:
P3112.2 Installation. Traps for island sinks and similar equipment shall be roughed in above the
floor and may be vented by extending the vent as high as possible, but not less than the drainboard
height and then returning it downward and connecting it to the horizontal sink drain immediately
downstream from the vertical fixture drain. The return vent shall be connected to the horizontal
drain through a wye- branch fitting and shall, in addition, be provided with a foot vent taken off the
vertical fixture vent by means of a wye- branch immediately below the floor and extending to the
nearest partition and then through the roof to the open air or may be connected to other vents at a
point not less than six (6) inches (152 mm) above the flood level rim of the fixtures served.
Drainage fittings shall be used on all parts of the vent below the floor level and a minimum slope of
one - quarter 0 /4) inch per foot (20.9 mm /m) back to the drain shall be maintained. The return bend
used under the drainboard shall be a one (1) piece fitting or an assembly of a forty -five (45) degree
(0.79 radius), a ninety (90) degree (1.6 radius) and a forty -five (45) degree (0.79 radius) elbow in
the order named. Pipe sizing shall be as elsewhere required in this Code. The island sink drain,
upstream of the return vent, shall serve no other fixtures. An accessible cleanout shall be installed
in the vertical portion of the foot vent.
(Reason: To clarify the installation of island venting and to provide a regional guideline on a standard
installation method for this region.)
* * *P3114.3; Amend as follows:
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P3114.3 Where permitted. Individual vents, branch vents, circuit vents and stack vents serving kitchen
island vents or bar sinks shall be permitted to terminate with a connection to an air admittance valve. All
other installations shall require prior approval of the Building Official. Individual and branch type air
admittance valves shall vent only fixtures that are on the same floor level and connect to a horizontal
branch drain.
(Reason: Language with current policy to allow AAV's with advance approval.)
* *Chapters 34 through 43; delete. Replace with the electrical code as adopted.
(Reason: State law permits only the NEC.)
Note: Chapters 34 through 43 are based on the 2008 National Electrical Code and are included here for
reference only. The Electrical Code as adopted by separate ordinance takes precedence over these
sections.
* *Appendix G; Change section AG105 as follows:
AG105.2 Outdoor swimming pool. An outdoor swimming pool, including an
in- ground, aboveground or on- ground pool, hot tub or spa shall be provided
with a barrier which shall comply with the following:
The top of the barrier shall be at least 48 inches (1219 mm) above grade measured on the side
of the barrier which faces away from the swimming pool. The maximum vertical clearance
between grade and the bottom of the barrier shall be 2 inches (51 mm) measured on the side
of the barrier which faces away from the swimming pool. Where the top of the pool structure is
above grade, such as an aboveground pool, the barrier may be at ground level, such as the
pool structure, or mounted on top of the pool structure. Where the barrier is mounted on top of
the pool structure, the maximum vertical clearance between the top of the pool structure and
the bottom of the barrier shall be 4 inches (102 mm).
Pre - existing fences. The installation of a swimming pool creates the requirement for the
barrier fence. Therefore a previously existing fence would not have any status under this
section because the addition of the pool creates the hazard on which the code section is
based. The one exception to this general rule is when the fence on one side of the new pool is
already a pool enclosure for the adjacent property. That fence segment which is common to
another yard with a pool is a legal nonconforming pool enclosure and need not be upgraded.
Any other existing fence that is must now becoming a pool enclosure shall comply with this
section.
2. Openings in the barrier shall not allow passage of a 4- inch - diameter (102 mm) sphere.
3. Solid barriers which do not have openings, such as a masonry or stone wall, shall not contain
indentations or protrusions except for normal construction tolerances and tooled masonry joints.
4. Where the barrier is composed of horizontal and vertical members and the distance between the
tops of the horizontal members is less than 45 inches (1143 mm), the horizontal members shall be
located on the swimming pool side of the fence. Spacing between vertical members shall not
exceed 1.75 inches (44 mm) in width. Where there are decorative cutouts within vertical members,
spacing within the cutouts shall not exceed 1.75 inches (44 mm) in width.
5. Where the barrier is composed of horizontal and vertical members and the distance between the
tops of the horizontal members is 45 inches (1143 mm) or more, spacing between vertical
members shall not exceed 4 inches(102 mm). Where there are decorative cutouts within vertical
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members, spacing within the cutouts shall not exceed 1.75 inches (44 mm) in width.
EXCEPTION: When horizontal members are part of a fence that is at least 6 feet (1830 mm) in
height, the horizontal members need not be on the pool side of the barrier and the 45 inch
distance between horizontal members does not apply.
6. Maximum mesh size for chain link fences shall be a 2.25 -inch (57 mm) square unless the fence
is provided with slats fastened at the top or the bottom which reduce the openings to not more than
1.75 inches (44 mm).
7. Where the barrier is composed of diagonal members, such as a lattice fence, the maximum
opening formed by the diagonal members shall not be more than 1.75 inches(44 mm).
8. Access gates shall comply with the requirements of Section AG105.2, Items 1 through 7, and
shall be equipped to accommodate a locking device. Pedestrian access gates shall open outward
away from the pool and shall be self - closing and have a self - latching device. Gates other than
pedestrian access shall have a— Se'{�^"�Qevlc -e be equipped with lockable hardware or
padlocks and shall remain locked at all times when not in use.
Where the release mechanism of the self - latching device is located less than 54 inches (1372 mm)
from the bottom of the gate, the release mechanism and openings shall comply with the following:
8.1. The release mechanism shall be located on the pool side of the gate at least 3 inches (76
mm) below the top of the gate, and
8.2. The gate and barrier shall have no opening greater than 0.5 inch (12.7 mm) within 18
inches (457 mm) of the release mechanism.
Vehicle pates designed or intended to be used on a regular basis may be automatic closing rather
than maintained locked. Automatic pates may be opened by a key or switch (fixed or remote) but
the aate shall automaticallv close within one to two minutes without reauirina anv additional action
on the part of the person who opened it.
9. Where a wall of a dwelling serves as part of the barrier one of the following conditions shall be
met:
9.1. The pool shall be equipped with a powered safety cover in compliance with ASTM F1346;
or
9.2. All doors with direct access to the pool through that wall shall be equipped with an alarm
which produces an audible warning when the door and its screen, if present, are opened. The
alarm shall sound continuously for a minimum of 30 seconds immediately after the door is
opened and be capable of being heard throughout the house during normal household
activities. The alarm shall automatically reset under all conditions. The alarm system shall be
equipped with a manual means, such as touchpad or switch, to temporarily deactivate the
alarm for a single opening. Such deactivation shall last for not more than 15 seconds. The
deactivation switch(es) shall be located at least 54 inches (1372 mm) above the threshold of
the door; or
9.3. Other means of protection, such as self - closing doors with self - latching devices, which are
approved by the governing body, shall be acceptable so long as the degree of protection
afforded is not less than the protection afforded by Item 9.1 or 9.2 described above
10. Where an aboveground pool structure is used as a barrier or where the barrier is mounted on
top of the pool structure, and the means of access is a ladder or steps, then:
10.1. The ladder or steps shall be capable of being secured, locked or removed to prevent
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access, or
10.2. The ladder or steps shall be surrounded by a barrier which meets the requirements of
Section AG105.2, Items 1 through 9. When the ladder or steps are secured, locked or
removed, any opening created shall not allow the passage of a 4- inch - diameter (102 mm)
sphere.
(Reason: To allow for special conditions while retaining essentially the same degree of safety.)
END OF AMENDMENTS.
For information purposes only Appendix P adopted with Ordinance 937 is reprinted below:
AP101 Fire sprinklers. An approved automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in new one- and two -
family dwellings and townhouses in accordance with Section 903.3.1 of the International Building Code.
EXCEPTION: Dwellings containing less than 6000 square feet enclosed space. 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. (living area plus
garages and any other enclosed spaces but not open porches or patios).
AP101.1 Existing dwellings. An approved automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in existing
dwellings in accordance with Section 903.3.1 of the International Building Code when the existing dwelling
plus the proposed addition exceeds 6000 square feet enclosed space (living area plus garages and any
other enclosed spaces but not open porches or patios).
Exception: Existing unfinished space under roof (e.g. bonus space in attic) may be converted to
living area unless the existing dwelling is already sprinklered, then the protection shall be extended
to include the new area.
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ATTACHMENT B
2009 International Building Code and
2008 National Electrical Code
ORDINANCE NO. 987
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 2009 EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING
CODE, REGULATING THE ERECTION, CONSTRUCTION, ENLARGEMENT,
ALTERATION, REPAIR, MOVING, REMOVAL, DEMOLITION, CONVERSION,
OCCUPANCY, EQUIPMENT, USE, HEIGHT, AREA AND MAINTENANCE OF ALL
BUILDINGS OR STRUCTURES, EXCEPT ONE- AND TWO- FAMILY DWELLINGS AND
MULTIPLE SINGLE - FAMILY DWELLINGS (TOWNHOUSES), AND INCLUDING THE
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE AS REFERENCED HEREIN, IN THE CITY OF
SOUTHLAKE; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF LOCAL AMENDMENTS THERETO;
PROVIDING FOR RECORDING OF SUCH CODE AS A PUBLIC RECORD;_PROVIDING
THAT THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BE CUMULATIVE OF ALL ORDINANCES; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY FOR VIOLATIONS HEREOF;
PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION IN PAMPHLET
FORM; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION IN THE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Southlake 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 Council of the City of Southlake deems it necessary to adopt this
ordinance providing minimum standards to safeguard the health, property, and welfare of the citizens
of Southlake by regulating and controlling the use, occupancy, maintenance, repair, design,
construction and quality of materials for buildings and structures within the City.
WHEREAS, The ICC ELECTRICAL CODE is no longer published as a separate document
but the electrical provisions are included in Appendix K, the Electrical Code is being adopted as a
part of this ordinance.
WHEREAS, beginning in the spring of 2010, NCTCOG's Regional Codes Coordinating
Committee (RCCC) and its four advisory boards conducted 20 open review meetings over an 8-
month period to review the 2009 editions of the International Codes and to develop regional
amendments. Their review and recommendations were completed and endorsed by NCTCOG's
Executive Board in October 2010. Now NCTCOG encourages jurisdictions in North Central Texas to
adopt the 2009 International Building Code along with its respective regional amendments.:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS:
SECTION 1
That the International Building Code, 2009 Edition, published by the International Code
Council, including the standards referenced therein, including Appendix Chapters A, C, F, G, H, I , J
and K are hereby adopted as the Building Code of the City of Southlake regulating the erection,
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construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion, occupancy,
equipment, use, height, area and maintenance of all buildings or structures, except one- and two -
family dwellings and multiple single family dwellings (townhouses), in the City of Southlake. True
and correct copies of these documents are attached as Exhibit "A."
SECTION 2
That the 2009 International Building 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 Building 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 Building or Electrical Code.
These amendments shall be consolidated as Exhibit "B" to this Ordinance.
SECTION 3
The material contained in Exhibits "A" and `B" to this ordinance shall not be included in the
formal municipal codification of ordinances, but shall be maintained as a public record in the office of
the City Secretary and will be available for public inspection and copying during regular business
hours.
SECTION 4
This ordinance shall be cumulative of all provisions of ordinances of the City of Southlake,
Texas, except where the provisions of this ordinance are in direct conflict with the provisions of such
ordinances, in which event the conflicting provisions of such ordinances are hereby repealed.
This ordinance is intended to replace the following:
1. Ordinance 930, as amended, the 2006 International Building Code.
2. Ordinance 933, as amended, the 2006 ICC Electrical Code.
This ordinance is not intended to amend or replace the following:
1. Ordinance 480, as amended, the Zoning Ordinance.
2. Ordinance 483, as amended, the Subdivision Ordinance.
3. Ordinance 557, as amended, Exterior Masonry Construction Requirements
4. Ordinance 568, as amended, Contractor's Licensing Ordinance
6. Ordinance 506 -A, as amended, the Sign Ordinance
SECTION 5
It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that the phrases, clauses,
sentences, paragraphs, and sections of this ordinance 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
the same would have been enacted by the City Council without the incorporation in this ordinance of
any such unconstitutional phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section.
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SECTION 6
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 any violation 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 any other violation of this ordinance. Each day that a violation is permitted to exist shall
constitute a separate offense.
SECTION 7
All rights and remedies of the City of Southlake are expressly saved as to any and all
violations of the provisions of any ordinances affecting the regulation and control of the use,
occupancy, maintenance, repair, design, construction and quality of materials for buildings and
structures within the City 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 8
The City Secretary of the City of Southlake is hereby authorized to publish this ordinance in
book or pamphlet form or on the internet for general distribution among the public, and the operative
provisions of this ordinance as so published shall be admissible in evidence in all courts without
further proof than the production thereof.
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The City Secretary of the City of Southlake is hereby directed to publish in the official
newspaper of the City of Southlake or as authorized by law, 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 10
This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and publication as
required by law.
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MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY SECRETARY
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PASSED AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING THIS DAY OF
20
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY SECRETARY
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY:
CITY ATTORNEY
Date:
EFFECTIVE: Date:
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EXHIBIT "B"
LOCAL AMENDMENTS TO THE 2009 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE
The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2009 International Building Code are hereby
amended as follows: Standard type is text from the IBC. Underlined type is text inserted. Lined +hrn, g + „ne
is deleted text frorn lBG A double asterisk ( * *) at the beginning of a section identifies an amendment
carried over from the 2006 edition of the code and a triple asterisk ( * * *) identifies a new or revised
amendment with the 2009 code.
* *Section 101.1; Insert city name as follows:
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Building Code of The City of Southlake, Texas
hereinafter referred to as "this code.”
* *Section 101.4; change to read as follows:
101.4 Referenced codes. The other codes listed in Sections 101.4.1 through 101.4.7 and referenced
elsewhere in this code when specifically adopted shall be considered part of the requirements of this code
to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the
referenced codes and standards, each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to
reference the amendments as well. Any reference to NFPA 70 or the ICC Electrical Code shall mean the
Electrical Code as adopted.
(Reason: Legal wording to recognize locally adopted codes and amendments adopted with referenced
codes.)
** *Section 101.4.7; add the following:
101.4.7 Electrical. The provisions of the Electrical Code shall apply to the installation of electrical systems,
including alterations, repairs, replacement, equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances
thereto
(Reason: This was dropped when ICC quit publishing the /CC Electrical Code, but the Electrical Code still
should be referenced regardless of how it is adopted.)
* ** Section 103 and 103.1 amend to insert the department name:
SECTION 103
Department of Bu S afet y Planning & Development Services, Building Inspection Division
103.1 Creation of a code enforcement agency. The Planning & Development Services Department of
Building Safety Building Inspection division is hereby created and the official in charge thereof shall be
known as the building official.
(Reason: To correlate the department name with what it is actually called in this city.)
* *Section 105.1; change to read as follows:
105.1 Required. Any owner or authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move,
demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, to excavate or change the grade of any
property, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas,
mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such
work to be done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permit. For
excavation or grading permits see appendix chapter J as adopted.
(Reason: Consistent with previous edition amendment, to provide means to regulate grading affecting
other properties.)
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** Section105.2: amend item 2 under Building and Electrical as follows:
Building:
4. (No change)
5. Fences not over 6 feet(1829 mm) high) except masonry fences or pool barriers.
6. — 9. (No change)
(Reason: Consistent with current policy and to match IRC Ordinance.)
Electrical: See also section K 103.2
Repairs and maintenance: Minor repair work, including the replacement of lamps or the connection of
approved portable electrical equipment to approved permanently
installed receptacles. Repair or replacement of fixed motors, transformers or fixed approved appliances of
the same type and rating in the same location; Repair or replacement of current - carrying parts of any
switch, contactor or control device; Reinstallation of attachment plug receptacles, but not the outlets
therefor; Repair or replacement of any overcurrent device of the required capacity in the same location;
Taping joints.
Radio and television transmitting stations: The provisions of this code shall not apply to electrical
equipment used for radio and television transmissions, but do apply to equipment and wiring for a power
supply and the installations of towers and antennas.
Temporary testing systems: A permit shall not be required for the installation of any temporary system
required for the testing or servicing of electrical equipment
or apparatus
Other exemptions: Temporary decorative lighting; Removal of electrical wiring; Electrical wiring, devices,
appliances, apparatus or equipment operating at less than 25 volts and not capable of supplying more than
50 watts of energy; Low - energy power, control and signal circuits of Class II and Class III as defined in the
Electrical Code.
(Reason: Added language from former UAC is more specific.)
* *Section 105.3.1 and 105.3.2; change to read as follows:
105.3.1 Action on application. The building official shall examine or cause to be examined applications for
permits and amendments thereto within a reasonable time after filing but not less than required by state
law If the application or the construction documents do not conform to the requirements of pertinent laws,
the building official shall reject such application in writing, stating the reasons therefor. If the building official
is satisfied that the proposed work conforms to the requirements of this code and laws and ordinances
applicable thereto, the building official shall issue a permit therefor as soon as practicable.
105.3.2 Time limitation of application. An application for a permit for any proposed work shall be deemed
to have been abandoned 4-90 45 days after the date of filing, unless such application has been pursued in
good faith or a permit has been issued; except that the building official is authorized to grant one or more
extensions of time for additional periods
not exceeding 90 45 days each. A good faith effort shall be deemed to be demonstrated by response to city
comments, requests for additional information or purchasing of permit within 45 days of notice by the city.
The extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated.
(Reason: to call attention to state limitations on the city and place similar limitations on applicants in order
to reduce buildup of backlog of plans and applications.)
* *Section 107.2.5; change to read as follows:
107.2.5 Site plan. The construction documents submitted with the application for permit shall be
accompanied by a site plan showing to scale the size and location of new construction and existing
structures on the site, distances from lot lines, the established street grades and the proposed finished
grades and, as applicable, flood hazard areas, floodways, and design flood elevations; and it shall be
drawn in accordance with an accurate boundary line survey. Plans shall also show proposed erosion
control and tree protection measures in accordance with recoanized standards and anv additional
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information as required by other ordinances. In the case of demolition, the site plan shall show
construction to be demolished and the location and size of existing structures and construction that are to
remain on the site or plot. The building official is authorized to waive or modify the requirement for a site
plan when the application for permit is for alteration or repair or when otherwise warranted.
(Reason: Erosion control and tree preservation are required by other ordinances; this reference calls those
requirements to the attention of the designer)
* *Section 109.7; add.
109.7 Re- inspection Fee. A fee as established by city council resolution may be charged when:
1. Work called for inspection is incomplete;
2. Building address and /or permit card is not clearly posted;
3. City approved plans are not on the mob site available to the inspector;
4. The building is locked or work otherwise not available for inspection when called;
5. Items noted for correction on initial inspection and not corrected upon re- inspection.
6. The original red tag has been removed from the mob site and /or,
7. Violations exist on the property including failure to maintain erosion control, trash control or tree
protection.
Any re- inspection fees assessed shall be paid before any more inspections are made on that mob site.
(Reason: This fee is not a fine or penalty but is designed to compensate for time and trips when
inspections are called for when not ready.)
* *Section 109.8 and 109.9; add:
109.8 Investigation Fee. Work without a permit.
109.8.1 Investigation. Whenever work for which a permit is required by this code has been commenced
without first obtaining a permit, a special investigation shall be made before a permit may be issued for
such work.
109.8.2 Fee. An investigation fee, in addition to the permit fee, shall be collected whether or not a permit is
subsequently issued. The investigation fee shall be equal to the amount of the permit fee required by this
code or the city fee schedule as applicable. The payment of such investigation fee shall not exempt the
applicant from compliance with all other provisions of either this code or the technical codes nor from
penalty prescribed by law.
109.9 Unauthorized cover up fee.
109.9.1 Any work concealed without first obtaining the required inspection in violation of section 109 shall
be assessed a fee as established by the city fee schedule.
(Reason: This fee is not a fine or penalty but is designed to compensate for time and to remove incentive
to attempt to evade permits and code compliance. Language taken from former Uniform Administrative
Code.)
** *Section 111.1; add 111.1.1 to read as follows:
111.1.1 Ordinance Inspection. An Ordinance Inspection shall be required upon change of occupant or
owner when a billing or meter change occurs for gas water or electrical services and a Certificate of
Occupancy or building permit is not otherwise required. A change of occupant for a use with a different
parking requirement as determined by the Southlake Zoning Ordinance shall also require an Ordinance
Inspection.
Exceptions Individually metered dwellings and dwelling units.
Ordinance inspections shall be requested on a form provided by the Building Official. The building official
shall classify the building occupancy group and construction type according to this code and the zoning
classification according to the Zoning Ordinance. Ordinance Inspections may be used for any
miscellaneous inspection Mon reauest of the owner whether reauired by other codes and ordinances or
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desired by individuals. After the Building Official inspects the building or portion thereof and finds no
violations of this code or other laws enforced by the department, the building official shall issue a
Certificate of Inspection that contains the following:
1 The inspection permit number.
2 The address of the structure.
3 The name and address of the owner.
4 A description of that portion of the structure for which the certificate is issued.
5 A statement that the described portion of the structure has been inspected for compliance with
the requirements of this code for the occupancy and division of occupancy and the use for which
the proposed occupancy is classified.
6 The name of the building official.
7 The edition of the code under which the permit was issued.
8 The use and occupancy in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 3.
9 The type of construction as defined in Chapter 6.
10 If an automatic sprinkler system is provided whether the sprinkler system is required.
11 Any special stipulations and conditions of the inspection permit.
12 The zoning district.
(Reason: The IBC as written only requires a Certificate of Occupancy for new buildings remodeled
buildings or buildings where the occupancy classification changes. Previously by amendment Southlake
has also required a Certificate of Occupancy be issued for a change in the business occupying the
property even if the change was still within the same occupancy group. This amendment would exempt
simple tenant changes other than medical occupancies where there is no occupancy change only in cases
where there is no change in billing of metered utilities for electricity gas or water. Typical bills paid spaces
rented for executive suites or mini warehouses would not require an Ordinance Inspection. This also
provides an instrument to allow miscellaneous inspections not required by ordinance upon request.)
* *Section 113.1; Amend as follows:
SECTION 113 BOARD OF APPEALS
R113.1 General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the
building official relative to the application and interpretation of this code, there shall be and is hereby
created a board of appeals. The board of appeals shall be appointed by the governing body and shall hold
office at its pleasure. The board shall adopt rules of procedure for conducting its business, and shall render
all decisions and findings in writing to the appellant with a duplicate copy to the building official. The
Buildina Board of ADDeals as established by ordinance 622. as amended. shall constitute the Board of
Appeals referenced in this code
(Reason: recognize appeal board previously established by ordinance.)
** *Section 202; change the following definitions to read as follows:
[B] Ambulatory Health Care Facility - Buildings or portions thereof used to provide medical, surgical,
psychiatric, nursing or similar care on a less than 24 -hour basis to individuals who are rendered incapable
of self - preservation. This group shall include but not be limited to the following:
- Dialysis centers
- Sedation dentistry
- Surgery centers
- Colonic centers
- Psychiatric centers
(Reason: to clarify the range of uses included in the definition. [Explanatory note related to Ambulatory
health care facilities: This group of uses as defined in chapter 2 includes a medical or dental office where
persons are put under for dental surgery or other services. Section 903.2.2 will now require such uses to
be sprinkled if on other than the floor of exit discharge or if four or more persons are put under on the level
of exit discharge. Recommend (1.) jurisdictions document any pre existing non conforming conditions prior
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to issuing a new C of O for a change of tenant and, (2.) On any medical or dental office specify on C of O
specify the maximum number of persons permitted to be put under general anesthesia.]
It is recommended that before a Certificate of Occupancy is issued, a letter of intended use shall be
included and a C of O documenting the maximum number of care recipients incapable of self preservation
allowed.)
HIGH -RISE BUILDING is a building having floors used for human occupancy located more than 7-5 55 feet
(16 764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
(Reason: To define high -rise, as it influences sprinkler requirement thresholds based on the fire fighting
capabilities of the jurisdiction.)
* *Section 304.1; add the following to the list of occupancies:
Fire stations
Police stations with detention facilities for 5 or less
(Reason: Clarify classification of these uses.)
** *Section 307.1; add the following to Exception 4:
4. Cleaning establishments... {language unchanged). See also IFC chapter 12, Dry Cleaning Plant
provisions.
(Reason: To call attention to detailed requirements in the Fire Code.)
* *Section 403. 1, exception #3; change to read as follows:
3. Open air portions of -B buildings with an occupancy in Group A -5 in accordance with Section
303.1
(Reason: To clarify enclosed portions are not exempt.)
* *Section 403.3, exception #2; delete.
(Reason: To provide adequate fire protection to enclosed areas.)
* *Section 404.1.1; amend definition of Atrium as follows:
ATRIUM. An opening connecting twe three or more stories ... (Balance remains unchanged)
(Reason: Code is not consistent. Section 1022 permits unenclosed two story stairways under certain
circumstances.)
* *Section 404.5; delete exception.
(Reason: Consistent with amended atrium definition.)
* *Section 406.1.2; add item # 3 to read as follows:
3. A separation is not reauired between a GrouD R -2 and U caraort Drovided that the caraort is
entirely open on all sides and that the distance between the two is at least 10 feet (3048 mm)
(Reason: Simplifies the fire separation distance and eliminates the need to obtain opening information on
existing buildings when adding carports in existing apartment complexes. Consistent with legacy codes in
effect in region for years and no record of problems with car fires spreading to apartments as a result.)
** *Section 406.2.7 Change reference section as follows:
406.2.7 Mixed Separation. Parking garages shall be separated from other occupancies in accordance with
Section 508.1 508.
(Reason: Section 508 provides a more complete range of options for separation. Parking garages are
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sometimes an incidental use and sometimes a separate occupancy.)
* *Section 406.6.1; add a second paragraph to read as follows:
This occupancy shall include garages involved in servicing of motor vehicles for items such as lube
changes, inspections, windshield repair or replacement, shocks, minor part replacement and other such
non - malor repair.
(Reason: Correction to distinguish that service work is a repair garage as well to correspond with definition
in the IFC.)
* *Section 501.2; Amend to read as follows:
501.2 Address numbers. Buildings shall have approved address numbers, building numbers or approved
building identification placed in a position that is plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting
the property. These numbers shall Gentrast with their baGkground. Address numbers shall be Ara
numerals or alphabet letters. Numbers shall be a minimurn of 4 inGhes (102 rnrn) high with a minimurn
stroke w i dth of fl F inc (12 rnrn). See Ordinance # 441 for specific addressing requirements.
(Reason: Call attention to addressing ordinance. Also matches amendment to IFC 505. 1.)
** *Section 506.2.2; add a sentence to read as follows:
In order to be considered as accessible, if not in direct contact with a street or fire lane, a minimum 10 -foot
wide pathway from the street or approved fire lane must be provided. (See International Fire Code Section
503.1.1 for hose lay measurement pathway requirements.)
(Reason: To define what is considered accessible. Consistent with regional amendment to IFC 503.1.1.)
** *Section 508.2.5, add a sentence at the end of paragraph:
508.2.5 Separation of Incidental accessory occupancies. (Sentence remains unchanged.) An incidental
accessory occupancy shall be classified in accordance with the occupancy of that portion of the building in
which it is located.
(Reason: To clarify incidental accessory occupancies classified as a portion of the building they are
located.)
* *Section 708.2; Exception 7; amend item 7.2, delete items 7.4 and 7.5 and renumber as follows:
7. In other than Groups 1 -2 and 1 -3, a shaft enclosure is not required for a floor opening or an air transfer
opening that complies with the following:
7.1. Does not connect more than two stories.
7.2. Is not part of the required means of egress system except as permitted in Section 1022.1
7.3. Is not concealed within the building construction of a wall or floor /ceiling assembly.
7 . 4 . Is not omen to a norrider in Grou 1 and D ono pand
is �p•en t ea - GOrr on nonsprinklered floors in any ocr� �q.anG�-.
7 7.4 Is separated from floor openings and air transfer openings serving other floors by
construction conforming to required shaft enclosures.
7 7.5 Is limited to the same smoke compartment.
(Reason: To be consistent with regionally accepted practices and legacy codes.)
* *Section 903.1.1; amend to read as follows:
[F] 903. 1.1 Alternative protection. Alternative automatic fire - extinguishing systems complying with Section
904 shall be permitted in lieu —e# addition to automatic sprinkler protection where recognized by the
applicable standard and approved by the fire code official.
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(Reason: Such alternative systems do not provide the reliability of automatic sprinkler protection in general.
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. This also meets with local practices in the
region.)
** *Section 903.2; add the following:
903.2 Where required. {Language unchanged)... Automatic Sprinklers shall not be installed in elevator
machine rooms, elevator machine spaces, and elevator hoistways. 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."
Exception: {Delete Exception).
(Reason: Firefighter 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. This also meets with local practices in the region.)
* *Section 903.2.9.3; Add section to read as follows:
[F] 903.2.9.3. Self- service storage facility. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all
self- service storage facilities.
Exception: One -story self- service storage facilities that have no interior corridors, with a one -hour
fire barrier wall installed between every storage compartment.
(Reason: Fire departments are unable to inspect these commercial occupancies and are unaware of the
contents being stored.)
* *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:
[F] 903.2.11.3 Buildings 55 35 feet or more in height. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed
throughout buildings with a floor level other than penthouses in compliance with Section 1509, having an
GGGUpant lead of 30 or more that is located 55 35 feet (46 764 10 668 mm) or more above the lowest level
of fire department vehicle access.
Exceptions:
1 ,Towers:
2. Open parking structures in compliance with Section 406.3 of the IBC.
(Reason: Lower height threshold for sprinklers reduces demands on fire fighters.)
[F] 903.2.11.7 High -Piled Combustible Storage. For any building with a clear height exceeding 12 feet
(4572 mm), see Chapter 23 of the International Fire Code to determine if those provisions apply.
(Reason: Reference to Fire Code for special conditions.)
[F] 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.
(Reason: Reflects local practices. Consistent with regional amendments to IFC 903.2. 10 and 903.2.10.5)
[F] 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, the thickness of
interior 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.
The gross floor area shall not include shafts with no openings or interior courts. For upper level attic type
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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.
Exception: Open parking garages in compliance with Section 406.3.
(Reason: Lower area threshold for sprinklers reduces demand on fire fighters. Based on NFPA and US Fire
Administration study that analyzed fire response time and manpower needs Detail added to explain more
precisely how areas are to be figured.)
* *Section 903.3.1.1.1; amend as follows:
[F] 903.3.1.1.1 Exempt locations. When approved by the fire code official, automatic Auternatis sprinklers
shall not be required in the following rooms or areas where such ... (bulk of section 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 building 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.
4. in roorns or areas that are of nonGOrnbustoble GonStFUGt with wholly nenGOrnbustible wholly
nl1YY/+/1rnb stihle nnntents
5 F1Y SeFVi^° aGGess ° E levator machine rooms and machinery spaces.
(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.)
** *Section 903.3.1.3; add the following:
[F] 903.3.1.3 NFPA 13D sprinkler systems. Where allowed, automatic sprinkler systems installed in one -
and two - family dwellings and townhouses shall be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13D or in
accordance with state law
(Reason: To allow the use of the Plumbing section (P2904) of the IRC.)
* *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 fire protection system shall be designed with a 10 psi safety
factor.
(Reason: To define a uniform safety factor and to allow for seasonal changes to water pressure.)
** *Section 903.3.7; add the following:
fF1 903.3.7 Fire Department Connection Lock. All fire department connections shall be secured with a
Knox Locking Fire Department Cap.
(Reason: Assure sprinkler lines will be available for their intended purposes)
* *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 significant water losses. Consistent with amendment to section 905.9)
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* *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
aaaliance with a minimum 75 candela strobe ratina. installed as close as aracticable to the fire department
connection_
(Reason: Fire department connections are not always located at the riser, this allows the fire department
faster access.)
* *Add Section 903.6 to read as follows:
fF1 903.6 Spray booths and rooms. New and existing spray booths and spray rooms shall be protected
by an approved automatic fire - extinguishing system in accordance with IFC Section 1504.
(Reason: Call attention to amendment to IFC 1504.)
* *Section 905.2; change to read as follows:
[F] 905.2 Installation standards. 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.)
** *Add Section 905.3.8: Building Area.
[F] 905.3.8: Building Area. In buildings exceeding 10,000 square feet in area per story, Class I automatic
wet or manual wet standpipes shall be provided 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.
Exception: Automatic dry and semi - automatic dry standpipes are allowed as provided for in NFPA
14.
(Reason: Allows for the rapid deployment of hoselines to the body of the fire.)
* *Section 905.4, item #5; change to read as follows:
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 approved hose connection located either ... (remainder of
paragraph unchanged) ...
(Reason: Hose connection type to be consistent with Fire Department policy. Consistent with regional
amendment to IFC 905.4.)
** *Section 905.4; add the following item #7:
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.
(Reason: Allows for the rapid deployment of hoselines 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.
(Reason: To avoid significant water losses. Consistent with regional amendment to IFC 905.9.)
** *Section 906.1 (Where required); change Exception to Line Number 1 as follows:
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ExGeptian: in new and existing Group A, B and E GGGUpanGleS equipped throughout with qU response
sprinklers, portable fire extinguishers shall be required only in IGGations speGified in Iterns 2 threugb-6-m
(Reason: Matches section 906.1 IFC.)
** *Add Section 907.1.4 to read as follows:
[F] 907.1.4 Design Standards. All alarm systems new or replacement serving 20 or more alarm actuating
devices shall be addressable fire detection systems. Alarm systems serving more than 20 smoke
detectors or more than 100 total alarm activating devices shall be analog intelligent addressable fire
detection systems.
Exception: Existing systems need not comply unless the total building remodel or expansion initiated
after the effective date of this code, as adopted, exceeds 30% of the building. When cumulative
building remodel or expansion exceeds 50% of the building must comply within 18 months of permit
application.
(Reason: Consistent with local practice. Consistent with regional amendment to IFC 907.1.3.)
* *Section 907.2.1; change to read as follows:
JEL907.2.1 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 having an occupant load of 300
or more persons or more than 100 persons above or below the lowest level of exit discharge Portions of
Group E occupancies occupied for assembly purposes shall be provided with a fire alarm system as
required for the Group E occupancy. 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;
2. Stop any conflicting or confusing sounds and visual distractions.
(Reason: Increases the requirement is changed to be consistent with Group B requirement. Also addresses
issue found in Group A occupancies of reduced lighting levels and otherA/V equipment that distracts from
fire alarm notification devices. Also reflects regional practice.)
* *Section 907.2.3; change to read as follows:
JEL907.2.3 Group E. A manual fire alarm system that activates the occupant notification system in
accordance with Section 907.5 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 1 00' 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. A manual fire alarm system is not required in Group E educational and day care occupancies
with an occupant load of less than 50 when provided with an approved automatic sprinkler
system
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 vears of aae. see Section 907.2.6.)
(Remainder of exceptions unchanged)
(Reason: To distinguish educational from day care occupancy minimum protection requirements. Further,
to define threshold at which portable buildings are considered a separate building forthe purposes of alarm
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systems. Consistent with Texas State laws concerning day care facility requirements.)
* *Section 907.2.13; change to read as follows:
EL907.2.13 High -rise buildings. Buildings having any floors used for human occupancy located more
than 7-5 55 feet ( 80 16 764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access shall be
provided with an automatic fire alarm system and an emergency voice /alarm communications system in
accordance with Section 907.2.12.2.
(Reason: Consistent with definition of high -rise andt with regional amendment to IFC 907.2.12.)
* *Section 907.2.13, exception #3; change to read as follows:
3. Buildings with an occupancy in Group A -5 in accordance with Section 303.1 when used for open air
seating; 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 excepted from
automatic fire alarm system requirements. Consistent with regional amendment to IFC 907.2.12.)
* *Section 907.4.2.6; add Section 907.4.2.6 to read as follows:
fF1 907.4.2.6 Type. Manual alarm initiating devices shall be an approved double action type.
(Reason: Helps to reduce false alarms. Code section relocated from previous edition. Consistent with
regional requirements. (IFC Section 907.4.2.6 -Regional Amendment.))
* *Add Section 907.6.5.2 to read as follows:
fF1 907.6.5.2 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 initiating circuit conductors shall be Class "A" wired with a minimum of
six feet separation between supply and return circuit conductors. IDC — Class "A" Style D; SLC - Class "A"
Style 6; NAC - Class `B" Style Y. The IDC from an addressable device used to monitor the status of a
suppression system may be wired Class B, Style B provided the distance from the addressable device is
within 10 -feet of the suppression system device.
(Reason: To provide uniformity in system specifications and guidance to design engineers. Consistent
with regional amendment to IFC 907.7)
** *Section 910.1; Amend exception 2 to read as follows:
[F] 910.1 General. Where required by this code or otherwise installed, smoke and heat vents, or
mechanical smoke exhaust systems, and draft curtains shall conform to the requirements of this section.
Exceptions:
1. Frozen food warehouses used solely for storage of Class I and II commodities where protected
by an approved automatic sprinkler system.
2: Where areas of buildings are equipped with early suppression fast - response (ESFR) sprinklers,
auternatiG only manual smoke and heat vents shall Abe required within these areas. Automatic
smoke and heat vents are prohibited. (Reason: Allows the fire department to control the smoke and
heat during and after a fire event.)
** *Section 910.2; add Section 910.2.3 with exceptions and 910.2.4 to read as follows:
fF1 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 m 2 )
in sinale floor area.
Exceptions:
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1. 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.
fF1 910.2.4 Exit access travel distance increase. Buildings and portions thereof used as a Group F -1 or
S -1 occupancy where the maximum exit access travel distance is increased in accordance with Section
1016:3
(Reason: Maintain the current level of protection as outlined in the 2003 IFC.)
** *Table 910.3; Change the title of the first row of the table to read as follows:
[F] TABLE 910.3
REQUIREMENTS FOR DRAFT CURTAINS AND SMOKE AND HEAT VENTSa
OCCUPANCY
DESIGNATED
MINIMUM
MAXIMUM
VENT-
MAXIMUM
MAXIMUM
GROUP AND
STORAGE
DRAFT
AREA
AREATO-
SPACING
DISTANCE
COMMODITY
HEIGHT
CURTAIN
FORMED
FLOOR-
OF
TO
CLASSIFICATION
(feet)
DEPTH
BY DRAFT
AREA
VENT
VENTS
(feet)
CURTAINS
RATIOc
CENTERS
FROM
(square
(feet)
WALL OR
feet)
DRAFT
CURTAINSb
(feet)
Group F-1, and
—
0.2 x Hd
50,000
1:100
120
60
S -1
but >_ 4
(Balance of table
remains
unchanged)
{footnotes remain unchanged)
(Reason: Consistency with the amendment 910.2.4 to include Group H)
** *Section 910.3.2.2; Add second paragraph to read as follows:
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.
(Reason: Specifies a temperature range at which smoke and heat vents should activate in sprinklered
buildings to ensure that the sprinklersystem has an opportunity to activate and control the fire priorto vent
operation. The intent is to allow the sprinkler system to operate prior to allowing the smoke and heat vents
to operate so as not to pose a detriment to the operation of the sprinkler system. This follows
recommendations indicated in NFPA 204, Section F.3 with regards to Design Considerations of smoke and
heat vents in sprinklered buildings. Full scale fire testing results have shown that smoke and heat venting
is potentially detrimental to the proper operation of the sprinkler system when vents are open prior to
sprinkler activation. This was a primary reason for removing smoke and heat venting requirements with
regards to ESFR sprinkler systems in Article 23 of the IFC for high -piled storage.)
** *Section 912.2; add Section 912.2.3 to read as follows:
fF1 912.2.3 Hydrant distance. An approved fire hydrant shall be located within 100 feet of the fire
department connection as the fire hose lays.
(Reason: Consistent with regional practices.)
* *Section 913.1; add second paragraph and exception to read as follows:
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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 exteriorwall,
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 firefighters 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 for
some buildings, and as such, provides an acceptable alternative to protect the pathway to the fire pump
room.)
* *Section 1004.1.1; Delete exception as follows:
1004.1.1 Areas without fixed seating. The number of occupants shall be computed at the rate of one
occupant per unit of area as prescribed in Table 1004.1.1. For areas without fixed seating, the occupant
load shall not be less than that number determined by dividing the floor area under consideration by the
occupant per unit of area factor assigned to the occupancy as set forth in Table 1004.1.1. Where an
intended use is not listed in Table 1004.1.1, the building official shall establish a use based on a listed use
that most nearly resembles the intended use.
(Reason: Consistent with local practice.)
* *Section 1007.1; add the following exception #4:
Exceptions: (1 through 3 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 1007.
(Reason: To accommodate buildings regulated under Texas State Law and to be consistent with
amendments to Chapter 11.)
** *Section 1008.1.9.3; Locks and Latches; add section 3.1 as follows:
1008.1.9.3, Locks and latches.
(3.1) Where egress doors are used in pairs and positive latching is required, approved automatic flush
bolts shall be permitted to be used, provided that both leaves achieve positive latching regardless of the
closing sequence and the door leaf having the automatic flush bolts has no doorknobs or surface mounted
hardware.
(Reason: To ensure positive latching.)
** *Section 1008.1.9.4; amend exceptions #3 and #4 as follows:
1008.1.9.4 Bolt locks. Manually operated flush bolts or surface bolts are not permitted.
Exceptions:
1. On doors not required for egress in individual dwelling units or sleeping units.
2. Where a pair of doors serves a storage or equipment room, manually operated edge- or surface -
mounted bolts are permitted on the inactive leaf.
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3. Where a pair of doors serves an occupant load of less than 50 persons in a Group B, F, or S
occupancy, manually operated edge- or surface - mounted bolts are permitted on the inactive leaf.
The inactive leaf shall contain no doorknobs, panic bars or similar operating hardware.
4. Where a pair of doors serves a Group B, F, or S occupancy, manually operated edge- or
surface - mounted bolts are permitted on the inactive leaf provided such inactive leaf is not needed
to meet egress width requirements and the building is equipped throughout with an automatic
sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1. The inactive leaf shall contain no
doorknobs, panic bars or similar operating hardware.
5. Where a pair of doors serves patient care rooms in Group 1 -2 occupancies, self - latching edge- or
surface - mounted bolts are permitted on the inactive leaf provided that the inactive leaf is not
needed to meet egress width requirements and the inactive leaf contains no doorknobs, panic bars
or similar operating hardware.
(Reason: reflects regional practice.)
** *Section 1008.1.9.8; change to read as follows:
1008.1.9.8. Electromagnetically locked egress doors. Doors in the means of egress that are not
otherwise required to have panic hardware in buildings with an occupancy in Group A, B, E, 1 -1, 1 -2, M, R -1
or R -2 and doors to tenant spaces in Group A, B, E, 1 -1, 1 -2, M, R -1 or R -2 shall be permitted to be
electromagnetically locked if equipped with listed hardware that incorporates a built -in switch and meet the
requirements below: [remaining text unchanged]
(Reason: Common regional practice to permit such locks due to the presence of trained staff.)
** *Section 1015.7; add new section 1015.7 to read as follows:
1015.7 Electrical Rooms. For electrical rooms, special exiting requirements may apply. Reference the
electrical code as adopted.
(Reason: Reference necessary for coordination.)
** *Section 1016.3; add new section to read as follows:
1016.3. Roof Vent Increase. In buildings that are one story in height, equipped with automatic heat and
smoke roof vents complying with Section 910 and equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system
in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, the maximum exit access travel distance shall be 400 feet for
occupancies in Group F -1 or S -1.
(Reason: Disagree with reason for deletion of Section 1016.2 in 2006 IBC as indicated in /CC El 14107108
Commentary.)
* *Section 1018.1; add exception # 5 to read as follows:
5. In Group B office buildings, corridor walls and ceilings need not be of fire - resistive construction within
office spaces of a single tenant when the space is equipped with an approved automatic fire alarm system
within the corridor. The actuation of any detector shall activate alarms audible in all areas served by the
corridor.
(Reason: To reduce redundant requirements in a single tenant situation. Intended to be consistent with
regional amendment to IFC. Carried over from 2006 IBC, numbering change.)
** *Section 1018.6; amend to read as follows:
1018.6 Corridor Continuity. Fore ResistanGe -Rated All corridors shall be continuous from the point of entry
to an exit, and shall not be interrupted by intervening rooms.
(Exception unchanged)
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(Reason: Once in a corridor, the degree of protection should not be reduced prior to egress from the
building.)
** *Section 1022.1; add exceptions #8 & #9 to read as follows:
8. In other than occupancy Groups H and I, a maximum of 50 percent of egress stairways serving
one adjacent floor are not required to be enclosed, provided at least two means of egress are
provided from both floors served by the unenclosed stairways. Any two such interconnected floors
shall not be open to other floors.
9. In other than occupancy Groups H and I, interior egress stairways serving only the first and
second stories of a building equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance
with Section 903.3.1.1 are not required to be enclosed, provided at least two means of egress are
provided from both floors served by the unenclosed stairways. Such interconnected stories shall
not be oxen to other stories.
(Reason: To be consistent with regionally accepted practices and legacy codes.)
* *Section 1022.9; change to read as follows:
1022.9 Smokeproof enclosures and pressurized stairways. In buildings required to comply with Section
403 or 405, each of the exit enclosures serving a story with a floor surface located more than 7-5 55 feet
( 80 16 764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access or more than 30 feet (9144
mm) below the finished floor of a level of exit discharge serving such stories shall be a smokeproof
enclosure or pressurized stairway in accordance with Section 909.20.
(Reason: Consistent with high rise definition as amended and clarify only one floor need be above the
threshold.)
** *Section 1024.1; change to read as follows:
1024.1 General. Approved luminous egress path markings delineating the exit path shall be provided in
buildings of Groups A, B, E, I, M and R -1 having occupied floors located more than 7-5 55 - feet ( 80 16
764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access in accordance with ... (Remaining
language unchanged.)
(Reason: Consistent with high rise definition as amended and clarify only one floor need be above the
threshold.)
** *Section 1026.6; amend exception #4 to read as follows:
4. Separation from the +nterier open -ended corridors of the building is not required for exterior ramps or
stairways connected to open -ended corridors, provided that Items 4.1 through 4.4 are met.
(Reason: to clarify section 1022.6 , i.e., the 180 degree rule is applicable.)
Section 1101.2; add an exception to read as follows:
ion: Buildinas reaulated under State Law and built in accordance with State reaistered
plans, including any variances or waivers granted by the State, shall be deemed to be in
compliance with the requirements of this Chapter.
(Reason: To accommodate buildings regulated under Texas State law.)
* *Section 1210.2, exception #2; change to read as follows:
2. Toilet rooms that are not accessible to the public and which have not more than one water
closet provided that walls around urinals comply with the minimum surrounding material
specified by Section 419.3 of the International Plumbing Code.
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(Reason: Recognize the minimum wall material requirements of the /PC. Consistent with regional
amendment to IPC 419.3.)
M-101i 11111 OP. N
have reefs of Ne 1 cedar or redwood shake and Ne 1 shames Non - classified roof coverings shall be
permitted on buildings of U occupancies having not more than 120 sq.ft. of projected roof area. . When
exceeding 120 sq.ft of projected roof area, buildings of U occupancies may use non -rated non - combustible
roof coverinas. When exceedina 120 sa.ft of Droiected roof area. buildinas of U occupancies may use non-
rated non - combustible roof coverings.
(Reason: Conforms to local practice affording increased fire protection.)
* *Section 1507.8.1 and 1507.8.1.1; change deck requirement as follows:
1507.8.1 Deck requirements. Wood shingles shall be installed on solid er paced sheathing. Where
sspaG� sheath s heath i ng bo ards sh all all no ho loss than
`"' hh'' ``^^ �rT a rc���rrarT
weather expesurc to reinride with the nlaecrnent of fasteners
1507.8.1.1 Solid sheathing required. Selid sheathing is required On areas where the average d-a-4y
temperature in lane rani is 25OF ( _i 0 G) or loss or where there is a possibility
Of ieo forming alone the corms oar using a haGk p of water
(Reason: Solid sheathing makes roof replacement easier. In event of a roof fire less air is available to the
fire. )
* *Section 1507.9.1 and 1507.9.1.1; change deck requirement as follows:
1507.9.1 Deck requirements. Wood shakes shall only be used on solid or spaEed sheathing
temperature in lane rani is 25OF ( _i 0 G) er less or where there is a possibility
Of iec forming alone the cares oar using a haGk p of water
(Reason: Solid sheathing makes roof replacement easier. In event of a roof fire less air is available to the
fire. )
* *Section 1510.1; add a sentence to read as follows:
All individual replacement shinales or shakes shall be in comDliance with the ratina reauired by Table
1505.1.
(Reason: Relocated the language to more appropriate place. Previously was footnote "b "to Table 1505.1)
* *Section 1612.3; Insert name as follows:
1612.3 Establishment of flood hazard areas. To establish flood hazard areas, the governing body shall
adopt a flood hazard map and supporting data. The flood hazard map shall include, at a minimum, areas of
special flood hazard as identified by the Federal Emergency Management Agency in an engineering report
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entitled "The Flood Insurance Study for The City of Southlake, Texas dated 2009 as amended or revised
with the accompanying Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) and Flood Boundary and Floodway Map (FBFM)
and related supporting data along with any revisions thereto. The adopted flood hazard map and
supporting data are hereby adopted by reference and declared to be part of this section.
* *Add Section 2308.4.3 to read as follows:
2308.4.3 Application to engineered design. When accepted by the Building Official, any portion of this
section is permitted to apply to buildings that are otherwise outside the limitations of this section provided
that:
1. The resulting design will comply with the requirements specified in Chapter 16;
2. The load limitations of various elements of this section are not exceeded; and
3. The portions of this section which will apply are identified by an engineer in the construction
documents.
(Reason: Allows engineer to reference Section 2308 for designs for wood structures; eliminates excessive
engineering. Added text relocated to a more appropriate section.)
* *Section 2901.1; add a sentence to read as follows:
The provisions of this Chapter are meant to work in coordination with the provisions of Chapter 4 of the
International Plumbing Code. Should any conflicts arise between the two chapters, the Building Official
shall determine which provision applies.
(Reason: Gives building official discretion.)
** Section 2902.1; change to read as follows:
2902.1 Minimum number of fixtures. Plumbing fixtures shall be provided for the type of occupancy and in
the minimum number as follows:
1. Assemblv Occupancies: At least one drinkina fountain shall be arovided at each floor level in
an approved location.
Exception: A drinking fountain need not be provided in a drinking or dining establishment.
2. Groups A, B, F, H, I, M and S Occupancies: Buildings or portions thereof where persons are
employed shall be provided with at least one water closet for each sex except as provided for in
Section 2902.2.
3. Group E Occupancies: Shall be provided with fixtures as shown in Table 2902.1.
4. Group R Occupancies: Shall be provided with fixtures as shown in Table 2902.1.
It is recommended. but not reauired. that the minimum number of fixtures arovided also comply with the
number shown in Table 2902.1. Types of occupancies not shown in Table 2902.1 shall be considered
individually by the building official. The number of occupants shall be determined by this code. Occupancy
classification shall be determined in accordance with Chapter 3.
(Reason: To allow flexibility for designer to consider specific occupancy needs.)
** *Section [P] 2902.2; change exception # 3 as follows:
3.Separate facilities shall not be required in mercantile occupancies in which the maximum occupant load
is -50 100 or less.
(Reason: Reflects regional practice.)
** *Section 3006.1; add 3006.1 and renumber the remaining 3006 sections:
3006.1, General. Elevator machine rooms shall be provided."
(Renumber remaining sections.)
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(Reason: An elevator machine room is necessary to provide a protected space for elevator equipment that
is used by the fire service, the disabled, and in the future, building occupant evacuations.)
** *Section [F] 3006.4 ([F] 3006.5 when renumbered according to previous amendment), add a
sentence as follows and delete exceptions #1 & #2:
3006.5. Machine Rooms: (language unchanged)... Storage shall not be allowed within the elevator
machine room. Provide approved signage at each entry door to the elevator machine room stating
"Elevator Machinery — No Storage Allowed. "
(Reason: To specify what is permitted in such areas.)
* *Section 3109.1 ; add a section to read as follows:
3109.1 General. Swimming pools shall comply with the requirements of this section and other applicable
sections of this code as well as also complying with applicable state laws
(Reason: to recognize "state requirements')
* *Section 3403.1.1 and 3404.1.1; add the following subsections:
3403.1.1. For additions where chanter 9 of this code or the Fire Code reauire structures to have fire
protection system(s) such systems installed throughout the building, both existing and new portions
fF1 3404.1.1. Alterations shall not require fire protection systems be added due to area limits specified in
chapter 9 of this code or the Fire Code. (For change of occupancy see section 3406.)
(Reason: to clarify application of fire protection requirements for additions or remodeling conditions.)
* *Section 3412.2; Fill in the blank as follows:
3412.2 Applicability. Structures existing prior to annexation into the city limits or constructed within the city
prior to June 20, 1978 , in which there is work involving additions, alterations or changes of occupancy
shall be made to conform to the requirements of this section or the provisions of Sections 3403 through
3407. The provisions in Sections 3410.2.1 through 3410.2.5 shall apply to existing occupancies that will
continue to be, or are proposed to be, in Groups A, B, E, F, M, R, S and U. These provisions shall not
apply to buildings with occupancies in Group H or I.
(Reason: To properly address buildings constructed without any regulating codes or inspections.)
* *Section H101.1: add the following paragraph:
The sign ordinance of the City of Southlake is not changed by this chapter. This chapter is intended to on
provide the structural standards for signs. In any conflict, the sign ordinance shall take precedence.
* *SectionJ103.2: amend the exemptions as follows:
J103.2 Exemptions.
A grading permit shall not be required for the following:
1. Grading in an isolated, self- contained area, provided there is no danger to the public, and that
such grading will not adversely affect adjoining properties when approved by the Building Official
2. Excavation for construction of a structure permitted under this code.
3. Cemetery graves.
it Refu disposal cites nontrolled by other reg
F EXGayat for wells or trenches for utilities
6. Mining, q I . -1 avating, PFOGessing OF StOGkpiling FOGk, sand, gravel, aggregate oF G
Gentrelled by other regulations, provided SUGh operations de not affeGt the lateral suppert ef, e
s ant�T ease stresses e a d j o i n i n g pro pert i es.
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7. Exploratory excavations performed under the direction of a registered design professional. (This
phrase was added to assure that the "exploratory excavation" is not to begin construction of a
building prior to receiving a permit, but is for the sole purpose of preparing a soils report.)
Exemption from the permit requirements of this appendix shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any
work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of
this jurisdiction.
END OF AMENDMENTS.
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ATTACHMENT C
2009 International Energy Conservation Code
ORDINANCE NO. 988
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 2009 EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL ENERGY
CONSERVATION CODE, REGULATING THE DESIGN OF BUILDING ENVELOPES FOR
ADEQUATE THERMAL RESISTANCE AND LOW AIR LEAKAGE AND THE DESIGN AND
SELECTION OF MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, SERVICE WATER- HEATING AND
ILLUMINATION SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT IN THE CITY OF SOUTHLAKE; PROVIDING
FOR THE ADOPTION OF LOCAL AMENDMENTS THERETO; PROVIDING FOR
RECORDING OF SUCH CODE AS A PUBLIC RECORD; PROVIDING THAT THIS
ORDINANCE SHALL BE CUMULATIVE OF ALL ORDINANCES; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY FOR VIOLATIONS HEREOF;
PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION IN PAMPHLET
FORM; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION IN THE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Southlake 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, beginning in the spring of 2010, NCTCOG's Regional Codes Coordinating
Committee (RCCC) and its four advisory boards conducted 20 open review meetings over an 8-
month period to review the 2009 editions of the International Codes and to develop regional
amendments. Their review and recommendations were completed and endorsed by NCTCOG's
Executive Board in October 2010. Now NCTCOG encourages jurisdictions in North Central Texas to
adopt the 2009 International Energy Conservation Code along with its respective regional
amendments with an effective date of April 1, 2011:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTHLAKE,
TEXAS:
SECTION 1
That the International Energy Conservation Code, 2009 Edition, published by the International
Code Council, including the standards referenced therein, is hereby adopted as the Energy
Conservation Code of the City of Southlake regulating the design of building envelopes for adequate
thermal resistance and low air leakage and the design and selection of mechanical, electrical,
service water - heating and illumination systems and equipment in the City of Southlake, except for
facilities otherwise regulated under the International Residential Code for One- and Two- Family
Dwellings as adopted. A true and correct copy of this document is attached as Exhibit "A."
SECTION 2
That the 2009 International Energy Conservation 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 Energy Conservation 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
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enact individual ordinances amending this Ordinance, fully setting forth the change to be made in the
Energy Conservation Code. These amendments shall be consolidated as Exhibit "B" to this
Ordinance.
SECTION 3
The material contained in Exhibits "A" and "B" to this ordinance shall not be included in the
formal municipal codification of ordinances, but shall be maintained as a public record in the office of
the City Secretary and will be available for public inspection and copying during regular business
hours.
SECTION 4
This ordinance shall be cumulative of all provisions of ordinances of the City of Southlake,
Texas, except where the provisions of this ordinance are in direct conflict with the provisions of such
ordinances, in which event the conflicting provisions of such ordinances are hereby repealed.
SECTION 5
It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City council that the phrases, clauses,
sentences, paragraphs, and sections of this ordinance 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
the same would have been enacted by the City Council without the incorporation in this ordinance of
any such unconstitutional phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section.
SECTION 6
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 7
All rights and remedies of the City of Southlake are expressly saved as to any and all
violations of the provisions of any ordinances affecting the regulation of the design of building
envelopes for adequate thermal resistance and low air leakage and the design and selection of
mechanical, electrical service water - heating and illumination systems and equipment within the City
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 8
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The City Secretary of the City of Southlake is hereby authorized to publish this ordinance in
book or pamphlet form for general distribution among the public, and the operative provisions of this
ordinance as so published shall be admissible in evidence in all courts without further proof than the
production thereof.
SECTION 9
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.
61*01[a]L15U
This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and publication as
required by law but not before April 1, 2011 except Chapter 4, Residential Energy Efficiency shall not
be effective prior to January 1, 2012 and it is so ordained. Residential Energy Efficiency shall comply
with the 2006 IRC Chapter 11 as adopted through December 31, 2011.
PASSED AND APPROVED ON FIRST READING THIS DAY OF , 20
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY SECRETARY
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PASSED AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING THIS DAY OF , 20
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY SECRETARY
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY:
CITY ATTORNEY
DATE:
EFFECTIVE: April 1, 2011 except as noted Section 10
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EXHIBIT "B"
Local Amendments to the
2009 International Energy Conservation Code
The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2009 International Energy Conservation Code
are hereby amended as follows: Standard type is text from the IECC. Underlined type is text inserted. Lined
through type is deleted text from IC(`(` A double asterisk at the beginning of a section identifies an
amendment carried over from the 2006 edition of the code and a triple asterisk identifies a new or revised
amendment with the 2009 code.
The 2009 International Residential Code (IRC) and International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
include a new emphasis on envelope infiltration and duct leakage. Significant changes in the residential
energy requirements include more frequent requirement of performance testing for leakage. Residential
Duct systems must be tested unless all ducts and equipment are located within the conditioned space.
Envelope testing is required to demonstrate compliance with maximum allowable leakage rate unless a
detailed air barrier and insulation inspection has been performed to field verify component criteria. Testing
is available from RESNET- certified HERS Raters or Rating Field Inspectors, and certified Performance
Verification Technicians.
** *Amend Section 101.4.2 Historic Buildings to read as follows:
101.4.2 Historic Buildings. Any building or structure that is listed in the State or National Register of
Historic Places; designated as a historic property under local or state designation law or survey; certified as
a contributing resource with a National Register listed or locally designated historic district; or with an
opinion or certification that the property is eligible to be listed on the National or State Registers of Historic
Places either individually or as a contributing building to a historic district by the State Historic Preservation
Officer of the Keeper of the National Register of Historic Places, are exempt from shall comply with all of
the Drovisions of this code.
Exception: Whenever a provision or provisions shall invalidate or jeopardize the historical
designation or listing, that provision or provisions may be exempted.
(Reason: This is more restrictive than the legislative mandates. The applicant or design professional
should meet with the Building Official and reach agreement on specific areas where full compliance cannot
be obtained before permit issuance on Historic Buildings. It is reasonable to expect compliance with duct
sealing, replacement lighting and the installation of insulation, for example, when possible.)
** *Amend Section 102. 1.1 Above code programs. to read as follows:
102.1.1 Above code programs. The code official or other authority having jurisdiction shall be permitted to
deem a national, state or local energy efficiency program to exceed the energy efficiency required by this
code. Buildings approved in writing by such an energy efficiency program shall be considered in
compliance with this code. The requirements identified as "mandatory" in Chapters 4 and 5 of this code, as
applicable, shall be met. A building certified by a national, state, or local accredited energy efficiency
program and determined by the Energy Systems Laboratory to be in compliance with the energy efficiency
requirements of this section may, at the option of the Code Official, be considered in compliance. The
United States Environmental Protection Agency's Energy Star Program certification of energy code
equivalency shall be considered in compliance.
(Reason: This amendment is added to accept energy star or equivalent programs.)
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** *Section 402.2.12; Add Section 402.2.12 to read as follows:
Section 402.2.12 Insulation installed in walls. Insulation batts installed in walls shall be totally
surrounded by an enclosure on all sides consisting of framing lumber, gypsum, sheathing, wood structural
panel sheathing or otherwise secured in place as approved by the building official.
(Reason: This will increase the performance of the batt insulation by limiting the potential for drafts and
insure that the batt insulation stays in place)
END OF AMENDMENTS.
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ATTACHMENT D
ORDINANCE NO. 931A
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 2009 EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL
FIRE CODE; REPEALING ORDINANCE NUMBER 931 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 2009 Edition of the International Fire Code to provide for
the safety of the citizens of Southlake; and
WHEREAS, the Director of Public Safety has recommended certain amendments to the
International Fire Code, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTHLAKE,
TEXAS:
SECTION 1
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 2009 Edition of the International Fire Code,
The City of Southlake hereby adopts the 2009 Edition of the International Fire Code, including
Appendix Chapters A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I AND J 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.
Sec. 15 -127. Amendments.
That the 2009 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.
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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.
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.
APPROVED ON FIRST READING THIS DAY OF , 20
MAYOR
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ATTEST:
CITY SECRETARY
APPROVED ON SECOND READING THIS DAY OF , 20
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY SECRETARY
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY:
CITY ATTORNEY
EFFECTIVE:
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EXHIBIT "B"
LOCAL AMENDMENTS TO THE 2009 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE
The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2009 International Fire Code are hereby
amended as follows: Standard type is text from the IBC. Underlined type is text inserted. Lined +hrn, g + „ne
is deleted text frorn lBG A double asterisk ( * *) at the beginning of a section identifies an amendment
carried over from the 2006 edition of the code and a triple asterisk ( * * *) identifies a new or revised
amendment with the 2009 code.
** *Section 102.1; change #3 to read as follows:
3. Existing structures, facilities and conditions when required in Chapter 46 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 Chapter 46, such as Section 510 Emergency Responder Radio Coverage.)
* *Section 102.7; change to read as follows:
102.7 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be those
that are listed in Chapter 46 47 and such codes when specifically adopted, and standards shall be
considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where
differences occur between the provisions of this code and the referenced standards, the provisions of this
code shall apply. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards,
each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Anv
reference to NFPA 70 or the ICC Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as ado
(Reason: To be consistent with the State of Texas, other referenced codes must be specifically adopted.)
** *Section 105.3.3; change 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 105.6 Change as follows:
Section 105.6.0 Required operational permits. The code official is authorized to issue operational
permits for the operations set forth in Sections 105.6.1 through 105.6.46 34
Sections 105.6.1 through 105.6.46 is hereby rescinded and Sections 105.6.1 through 105.6.34 are added
as follows:
Section 105.6.1 Underaround Storaae Tanks
Section 105.6.2 Abovearound Storaae Tanks (AGS
Section 105.6.3 UST and AGST removal or Temporary out of service
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Section 105.6.4 Chanaina UST contents
Section 105.6.5 Trench Burnina — Clearina Land /Rubbish
Section 105.6.6 Fireworks (certified events only)
Section 105.6.7 Dry Cleaning Operations, non - flammable liquids
Section 105.6.8 Dry Cleanina Operations. flammable /combustible liauids
Section 105.6.9 ExDlosives or Blastina Aaents. use of
Section 105.6.10 Hazardous Materials (Storage, dispense, use of)
Section 105.6.11 Highly Toxic Pesticides (storage, use of)
Section 105.6.12 Hiah -Piled Combustible Storaae
Section 105.6.13 Tire Storaae
Section 105.6.14 LPG, 25 -119 WGC
Section 105.6.15 LPG, 120 — 1,999 WGC
Section 105.6.16 LPG. 2.000 < WGC
Section 105.6.17 LPG fueled vehicles /eauipment in assemblies
Section 105.6.18 Spraying and Dipping Operations
Section 105.6.19 Battery Systems
Section 105.6.20 Private Aaencv License Inspection /Certification
Section 105.6.21 Asbestos Removal
Section 105.6.22 Malls, covered
Section 105.6.23 Motor Vehicle Fuel Dispensing Stations
Section 105.6.24 Pvrotechnic material
Section 105.6.25 Cut Tree in Public Building
Section 105.6.26 Controlled Access Gates
Section 105.6.27 Circus, Carnivals, Fairs
Section 105.6.28 Piaeline Operations Maintenance or Excavation
Section 105.6.29 Candles- Open Flame, Use in Assembly Areas
Section 105.6.30 Parade Floats
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Section 105.6.31 Refrigeration Equipment, us of special type
Section 105.6.32 Speed Bumps /Humps in Fire Lane
Section 105.6.33 Garages -Auto Equipment Maintenance /Repairs
Section 105.6.34 Compressed Gases, Use of
** *Section 105.7.15; add Section 105.7.16 to read as follows:
105.7.16 Electronic access control systems. Construction permits are required for the installation or
modification of an electronic access control system, as specified in Section 503 and Section 1008. 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: Section 105.7.16 adds construction permit requirements for electronic access control systems
for electric security gates and exit doors to ensure proper design and installation of such systems. These
changes reflect local practices of municipalities in this region.
Section 109.3 is amended to read as follows:
Section 109.3 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
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 separate offense.
(Fill in the blank)
Section. 111.4 is amended to read as follows:
Section. 111.4 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 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 separate offense.
(Fill in the blank)
* *Section 202; change definition of ATRIUM as follows:
[B] ATRIUM. An opening connecting twe three or more stories . . . (remaining language
unchanged)
(Reason: Accepted practice in the region based on legacy codes. IBC Section 1022 permits unenclosed
two story stairways under certain circumstances.)
** *Section 202; amend definition of AMBULATORY HEALTH CARE FACILITY as follows:
[B] AMBULATORY HEALTH CARE FACILITY. (add to existing definition) (matches amended IBC
definition)
This group may include but not be limited to the following:
- Dialysis centers
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- Sedation dentistry
- Surgery centers
- Colonic centers
- Psychiatric centers
(Reason: to clarify the range of uses included in the definition)
** *Section 202; amend definition of FIRE WATCH as follows:
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.)
* *Section 202; add new definition of HIGH -RISE BUILDING to read as follows:
HIGH -RISE BUILDING. A building having any floors used for human occupancy located more than 55 feet
(16 764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access
(Reason: To provide a definition that does not exist in the code.)
* *Section 202; add new definition of ADDRESSABLE FIRE DETECTION SYSTEM 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 code.)
* *Section 202; add new definition of ANALOG ADDRESSABLE FIRE DETECTION SYSTEMas follows:
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 code.)
* *Section 202; add new definition of SELF - SERVICE STORAGE FACILITY as follows:
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 code.)
* *Section 202; add new definition of STANDBY PERSONNEL as follows:
STANDBY PERSONNEL. Qualified fire service personnel, approved by the Fire Chief. When utilized, the
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number required shall be as directed by the Fire Chief. Charges for utilization shall be as normally
calculated by the iurisdiction.
(Reason: To provide a definition that does not exist in the code.)
* *Section 307.2; change 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 bonfire. 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 guidelines and /or restrictions.
2. State, County or Local temporary or permanent bans on open burning.
3. Local written policies as established by the 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 307.4; change to read as follows:
307.4 Location. The location for open burning shall not be less than 50 300 feet (45240 91 440 mm) from
any structure, and provisions shall be made to prevent the fire from spreading to within W 300 feet (45 240
91 440 mm) of any structure.
{exceptions unchanged)
(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 307.4.3, Exceptions: change to read as follows:
Exceptions:
1 . Portable outdoor fireplaces used at one- and two - family dwellings.
2 Where buildings, balconies and decks are protected by an approved automatic sprinkler
system.
(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 307.4.4; add Section 307.4.4 to read as follows:
307.4.4 Trench Burns. Trench burns shall be conducted in air curtain trenches and in accordance with
Section 307.2_
(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 307.5; change to read as follows:
307.5 Attendance. Open burning, trench burns, bonfires or recreational fires shall be constantly attended
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until the ... (remainder of section unchanged).
(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 308.1.4; change to read as follows:
308.1.4 Open -flame cooking devices. GhaFGea b urners and othe ^ O pen -flame cooking devices,
charcoal grills and other similar devices used for cooking shall not be opera ed— 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 kq) fnominal 20 pound (9.08 kq) LP -gas
capacityl with an aggregate LP -gas capacity not to exceed 100 Ibs (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 kq) fnominal 20 pound (9.08 kq) LP -gas capacityl, with
an aggregate LP -gas capacity not to exceed 40 Ibs (2 containers).
3. (remainder of text unchanged)
(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 amendment
adds clarification and defines the container size allowed for residences.)
** *Section 308.1.6.2, Exception #3; change to read as follows:
Exceptions:
{language unchanged)
3. Torches or flame - producing devices in accordance with Section 308.4 308.1.3
(Reason: Section identified in published code is inappropriate.)
** *Section 311.5; change to read as follows:
311.5 Placards. 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 be marked 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 responsibility to provide the placard.)
* *Section 401.3; add Section 401.3.4 to read as follows:
401.3.4 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
approved condition. Allows the enforcement of `prohibition of false alarms ". Replaces language lost from
the 1997 Code.)
** *Section 501.4; change to read as follows:
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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. ;
SUGh PFGteGt shall be installed and made seFViGeable prier to and during the time Of Gc)nStFUGt exGW
when approved alternative rnethc)ds of preteGtien are provided. Temporary street signs shall be installed at
eaGh street inteFSeGtien when GenStFUGt of new roadways allows passage by vehiGleS on aGGE)rdanGe with
Con +inn 505
(Reason: Reflects current practice in the region relative to ensuring fire department and EMS access
during construction, which can be a time of increased frequency for emergency incidents.)
* *Section 503.1.1; add the following to the end of the first paragraph:
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; change to read as follows:
503.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 2 -0-
feet (6096 rnrn 7315mm 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 ;n G h es (^ 11 F rnm ` 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 aaaroved.
(Reason: Amendments to 503.2.1 and 503.2.2 recognize that the equipment now used in fire fighting 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; change 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. The fire
code official shall also be able to decrease the minimum access widths when a change does not affect fire
or rescue operations.
(Reason: Amendments to 503.2.1 and 503.2.2 recognize that the equipment now used in fire fighting 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 503.2.3 is changed and 503.2.3.1 is added to read as follows:
503.2.3 Surface. All weather surface shall be asphalt or concrete. Fire lanes shall be designed to support
a minimum 75,000 lb. GVW load. Subgrade shall be stabilized per engineers report. Concrete fire lanes
shall be a minimum five (5) inches inch thick 3600 psi concrete 5'/2 sack concrete reinforced with #4 rebar
on 18 inch centers. Asphalt fire lane shall be minimum six (6) inches thick. Drive approaches shall be
minimum six (6) inches 3600 PSI 5'/2 sack concrete with # 4 rebar on 18 inch centers both ways on chairs.
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Section 503.2.3.1 Private Access Easements shall be built to city street standards.
(Reason: Amendments to 503.2.1 and 503.2.2 recognize that the equipment now used in fire fighting 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.
Amendments to 503.2.3.1 to provide a standard for private access easements.)
* *Section 503.3; change to read as follows:
503.3 Marking. 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. 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 striaina 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 marking.)
* *Section 503.4; change 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, it 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 505.1; change to read as follows:
505.1 Address identification. New and existing buildings shall have approved address numbers, building
numbers or approved building identification placed in a position that is plainly legible and visible from the
street or road fronting the property. These numbers shall ^ ontrast w their hankoround Address numbers
shall be ArabiG numbers er alphabetiGal letters. Numbers shall -he a imiinii�urn of 4 inGhes (I 01.6mm) high
wi th a rvmin r n stroke width of 0 ;nGh (12 mm). See Ordinance # 441 for specific addressing
requirements. Where access is by means of a private road and the building cannot be viewed from the
public way, a monument, pole or other sign or means shall be used to identify the structure.
n: Call attention to addressina ordinance. Also matches amendment to IBC 501.2.
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** *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, as required or approved GIOGUrnentation of the test shall be provided to the fire Gode offic4al prier to
Final approval of the water s syste,, 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.
(Reason: Clarifies intent of the test to ensure contractor accounts for water supply fluctuations.)
** *Section 507.5.4; change 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 Code to ensure these critical devices are available in an emergency
incident.)
* *Section 508; shall be amended by adding the following section:
508.5.7 Reauired Installations. This section Drovides the minimum hvdrant reauirements. Wheneverthe
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 approved by the Fire Code Official. A fire hydrant shall be located
within 100 feet of a fire department connection.
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 600 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 509.1.1; add new Section 509.1.1 to read as follows:
509.1.1 Sign Requirements. Unless more stringent requirements apply, lettering for signs required by this
section shall have a minimum heiaht of two (2) inches when located inside a buildina and four (4) inches
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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 appropriate sign criteria to develop consistency in this regard.)
** *Section 603.3.2.1, Exception; change 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 Section 3404.2.9.5.1 and Chapter 34. of �o '�;I
or III liquid for storage o n above _ground tanks (Delete remainder of Exception)
(Reason: Section 3404.2.9.5.1 is included in this amendment package.)
** *Section 603.3.2.2; change 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 or 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 34 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 liquid are more thoroughly addressed in Chapter 34 relative to such tanks.)
** *Section 704.1; change to read as follows:
704.1 Enclosure. Interior vertical shafts, including but not limited to stairways, elevator hoist ways, 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 46. 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.)
** *Section 807.4.3.2; change to read as follows:
807.4.3.2 Artwork. Artwork and teaching materials shall be limited on the walls of corridors to not more
than 20 percent of the wall area and on the walls of classrooms to not more than 50 percent of each 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.
(Reason: Consistent with regional practice. This change allows an increase in wall coverage due to the
presence of sprinklers. Also provides additional guidance relative to acceptable amounts of artwork in
classrooms.)
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** *Section 807.4.4.2; change to read as follows:
807.4.4.2 Artwork. Artwork and teaching materials shall be limited on the walls of corridors to not more
than 20 percent of the wall area and on the walls of classrooms to not more than 50 percent of each wall
area. Such materials shall not be continuous from floor to ceilina 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 Dercent of the wall area.
(Reason: Consistent with regional practice. This change allows an increase in wall coverage due to the
presence of sprinklers. Also provides additional guidance relative to acceptable amounts of artwork in
classrooms.)
** *Section 901.6.1; add Section 901.6.1.1 to read as follows:
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
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 officia/) to each FDC, and flow water through the
standpipe system to the roof outlet to verify that each inlet connection functions properly. 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.
4. If the FDC is not already provided with approved caps, the contractor shall install such caps for all
FDC's as reauired 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 taa 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 officia/) shall be followed.
7. Additionally, records of the testing shall be maintained by the owner and contractor, if applicable
as reauired by the State Rules mentioned above and NFPA 25.
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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 emergency incident.)
* *Section 901.7; change 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 language unchanged)
(Reason: Gives Fire Official more discretion. Requires adoption of definition amendment in Section 202 for
fire watch.)
** *Section 901.10; add Section 901.10 to read as follows:
901.10 Discontinuation or change of service. Notice shall be made to the fire code official whenever
contracted alarm services for monitoring of any fire alarm system is terminated forany reason, ora change
in alarm monitoring provider occurs. Notice shall be made in writing to the fire code official by the building
owner and alarm service provider prior to the service being terminated.
(Reason: To ensure the property's monitored fire alarm system is maintained for proper notification of
emergency response in the event of an emergency incident.)
* *Section 903.1.1; change to read as follows:
903.1.1 Alternative protection. Alternative automatic fire - extinguishing systems complying with Section
904 shall be permitted in lieu # addition to automatic sprinkler protection where recognized by the
applicable standard and approved by the fire code official.
(Reason: Such alternative systems do not provide the reliability of automatic sprinkler protection in general.
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. This also meets with local practices in the
region.)
** *Section 903.2; add the following:
903.2 Where required. {Language unchanged)... Automatic Sprinklers shall not be installed in elevator
machine rooms, elevator machine spaces, and elevator hoistways. 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."
Exception: {Delete Exception).
(Reason: Firefighter 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. This also meets with local practices in the region.)
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* *Section 903.2.9.3; 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 throughout all
self- service storage facilities.
Exception: One -story self- service storage facilities that have no interior corridors, with a one -hour
fire barrier seaaration wall installed between every storaae comaartment.
(Reason: Fire departments are unable to inspect these commercial occupancies and are unaware of the
contents being stored.)
* *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 35 feet or more in height. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed
throughout buildings with a floor level, other than penthouses in compliance with Section 1509 of the
International Building Code having an GGGUPant lead of 30 or more. that is located 55 35 feet (16 764 10
668 mm) or more above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
Exception:
Open parking structures in compliance with Section 406.3 of the International Building Code
3. GGG in Gre p C_'7
(Reason: Lower height threshold for sprinklers reduces demands on fire fighters.)
903.2.11.7 High -Piled Combustible Storage. For any building with a clear height exceeding 12 feet
(4572 mm), see Chapter 23 of the International Fire Code to determine if those provisions apply.
(Reason: Reference to Fire Code for special conditions.)
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.
(Reason: Reflects local practices. Consistent with regional amendments to IBC)
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, the thickness of interior 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 desianed to suaaort floor loads shall be assumed to be for future area.
Exceptions: 1.0pen parking garages in compliance with IBC Section 406.3.
2. Buildina reaulated under the International Residential Code as amended.
(Reason: Lower area threshold for sprinklers reduces demand on fire fighters. Detail added to explain more
precisely how areas are to be figured.)
** *Section 903.3.1.1.1; change to read as follows:
903.3.1.1.1 Exempt locations. When approved by the fire code official, automatic ° us sprinklers
shall not be required in the following rooms or areas where such ... (language unchanged) ... because it
is damp, of fire - resistance -rated construction or contains electrical equipment.
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6. Any room where the application of water, or flame and water, constitutes a serious life or fire
hazard.
7. Any room or space where sprinklers are considered undesirable because of the nature of the
contents, when approved by the code official.
8. 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.
9. .
10 Ciro seFVine aGGess elevator rnaGhine reerns and rnaGhinery spaGes
(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.)
** *Section 903.3.1.3; add the following:
903.3.1.3 NFPA 13D sprinkler systems. Where allowed, automatic sprinkler systems installed in one- and
two - family dwellings and townhouses shall 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 IRC and recognize current state stipulations in
this regard.)
* *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 fire protection system shall be designed with a 10 psi safety
factor_
(Reason: To define uniform safety factor)
Section 903.3.7; add the following:
903.3.7 Fire Department Connection Lock. All fire department connections shall be secured with a Knox
Locking Fire Department Cap.
(Reason: Assure sprinkler lines will be available for their intended purposes)
* *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 significant 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
compntion
(Reason: Fire department connections are not always located at the riser, this allows the fire department
faster access.)
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* *Section 903.6.3; add Section 903.6.3 to read as follows:
903.6.3 Spray booths and rooms. New and existing spray booths and spray rooms shall be protected by
an approved automatic fire - extinguishing system in accordance with Section 1504.
(Reason: Call attention to amendment to section 1504.)
* *Section 905.2; change 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 Dsia air Dressure with a hiah /low alarm.
(Reason: To define manual dry standpipe supervision requirements.)
* *Section 905.3.8; add Section 905.3.8 and exception to read as follows:
905.3.8 Building area. In buildings exceeding 10,000 square feet in area per story, Class I automatic wet
or manual wet standpipes shall be provided 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.
Exception: Automatic dry and semi - automatic dry standpipes are allowed as provided for in NFPA
14.
(Reason: Allows for the rapid deployment of hoselines to the body of the fire.)
** *Section 905.4, item #5; change to read as follows:
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 approved hose connection located either . . . (remainder of
language unchanged).
(Reason: Reduced the amount of pressure required to facilitate testing, and provides backup protection for
fire fighter safety.)
** *Section 905.4; add the following item #7:
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.
(Reason: Allows for the rapid deployment of hoselines 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.
(Reason: To avoid significant water losses. Consistent with amendment to IFC 903.4.)
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** *Section 906.1 (Where required); delete Exception to Line Number 1 as follows:
ExGeptian: in new and existing Group A, B and E OGGUpanGies equipped throughout wi
sprinklers, portable fire extinguishers shall be required only in leGations speGified in Ite.
(Reason: Reflects regional practice and match NFPA.)
* ** Section 907.1.4; add Section 907.1.4 to read as follows:
907.1.4 Design Standards. All alarm systems new or replacement serving 20 or more alarm actuating
devices shall be addressable fire detection systems. Alarm systems serving more than 40 smoke
detectors or more than 75 total alarm activating devices shall be analog intelligent addressable fire
detection systems.
Exception: Existing systems need not comply unless the total building remodel or expansion
initiated after the effective date of this code, as adopted, exceeds 30% of the building. When
cumulative building remodel or expansion exceeds 50% of the building must comply within 18
months of permit application.
son: Consistent with local Dractice.
** *Section 907.2.1; change to read as follows:
907.2.1 Group A. A manual fire alarm system that activates the occupant notification system in
accordance with new Section 907.6 shall be installed in Group A occupancies having an occupant load of
300 or more persons or more than 100 persons above or below the lowest level of exit discharge Portions
of Group E occupancies occupied for assembly purposes shall be provided with a fire alarm system as
required for the Group E occupancy. 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. StoD anv conflictina or confusina sounds and visual distractions.
(Reason: Increases the requirement to be consistent with Group 8 requirement. Also addresses issue
found in Group A occupancies of reduced lighting levels and otherA/V equipment that distracts from fire
alarm notification devices. Also reflects regional practice.)
* *Section 907.2.3; change to read as follows:
907.2.3 Group E. A manual fire alarm system that activates the occupant notification system in
accordance with Section 907.5 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 1 00' 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:
2. A manual fire alarm system is not required in Group E educational and day care occupancies
with an occupant load of less than 50 when provided with an approved automatic sprinkler
system
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1.2. 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 vears of aae. see Section 907.2.6.)
(Remainder of exceptions unchanged)
(Reason: To distinguish educational from day care occupancy minimum protection requirements. Further,
to define threshold at which portable buildings are considered a separate building forthe purposes of alarm
systems. Consistent with Texas State laws concerning day care facility requirements.)
* *Section 907.2.13; change to read as follows:
907.2.13 High -rise buildings. Buildings having any floors used for human occupancy located more than
7-5 55 feet ( 80 16 764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access shall be provided
with an automatic fire alarm system and an emergency voice /alarm communications system.
(Reason: To correct per definition of high -rise)
* *Section 907.2.13, Exception #3; change to read as follows:
3. Buildings with an occupancy in Group A -5 in accordance with Section 303.1 of the International
Building Code, when used for open air seating; 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 excepted from
automatic fire alarm system requirements.)
* *Section 907.5.2.6; add Section 907.5.2.6 to read as follows:
907.5.2.6 TVDe. Manual alarm initiatina devices shall be an aaaroved double action
(Reason: Helps to reduce false alarms. Consistent with regional requirements. (IBC Section 907.4.2.6 -
Regional Amendment))
* *Section 907.7.1.1; add Section 907.7.1.1 to read as follows:
907.7.1.1 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 initiating circuit conductors shall be Class "A" wired with a minimum of six feet
separation between supply and return circuit conductors. IDC —Class "A" Style D; SLC -Class "A" Style 6;
NAC - Class "B" Style Y. The IDC from an addressable device used to monitor the status of a suppression
system may be wired Class B, Style B provided the distance from the addressable device is within 10 -feet
of the suppression system device.
(Reason: To provide uniformity in system specifications and guidance to design engineers. Improves
reliability of fire alarm devices and systems. )
** *Section 907.7.5.2; add Section 907.7.5.2 to read as follows:
907.7.5.2 Communication Requirements. All alarm systems, new or replacement, shall transmit alarm,
supervisory and trouble signals descriptively to the approved central station, remote supervisory station or
proprietary supervising station as defined in NFPA 72, with the correct device designation and location of
addressable device identification. Alarms shall not be permitted to be transmitted as a General Alarm or
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Zone condition.
(Reason: To assist responding personnel in locating the emergency event.)
* *Section 910.1; change Exception #2 to read as follows:
2. Where areas of buildings are equipped with early suppression fast - response (ESFR) sprinklers,
auternatiG only manual smoke and heat vents shall Abe required within these areas. Automatic
smoke and heat vents are prohibited.
(Reason: Allows the fire department to control the smoke and heat during and after a fire event.)
** *Section 910.2; add subsections 910.2.3 with exceptions and 910.2.4 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 m 2 )
in single floor area.
Exceptions:
3. Buildings of noncombustible construction containing only noncombustible materials.
4. 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.
910.2.4 Exit access travel distance increase. Buildings and portions thereof used as a Group F -1 or S -1
occupancv where the maximum exit access travel distance is increased in accordance with Section
1016.3.
(Reason: Maintain the current level of protection as outlined in the 2003 IFC.)
* *Table 910.3; Change the title of the first row of the table from "Group F -1 and S -1" to include
"Group H" and to read as follows:
Group H F -1 and S -1
(Reason: Consistency with the amendment 910.2.4 to include Group H)
* *Section 910.3.2.2; add second paragraph to read as follows:
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.
(Reason: Specifies a temperature range at which smoke and heat vents should activate in
sprinklered buildings to ensure that the sprinkler system has an opportunity to activate and control
the fire prior to vent operation.)
** *Section 912.2; add Section 912.2.3 to read as follows:
912.2.3 Hydrant distance. An approved fire hydrant shall be located within 100 feet of the fire department
connection as the fire hose lays.
(Reason: Consistent with regional practices.)
* *Section 913.1; 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 Drovided. A kev box shall be Drovided at this door. as reauired by Section 506.1.
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Exception: When it is necessary to locate the fire pump room on other levels or not at an exteriorwall,
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 kevs shall be Drovided in the kev box as reauired by Section 506.1.
(Reason: This requirement allows firefighters 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 for
some buildings, and as such, provides an acceptable alternative to protect the pathway to the fire pump
room.)
** *Section 1004.1.1; Delete exception as follows:
[B] 1004.1.1 Areas without fixed seating. The number of occupants shall be computed at the rate of one
occupant per unit of area as prescribed in Table 1004.1.1. For areas without fixed seating, the occupant
load shall not be less than that number determined by dividing the floor area under consideration by the
occupant per unit of area factor assigned to the occupancy as set forth in Table 1004.1.1. Where an
intended use is not listed in Table 1004.1.1, the building official shall establish a use based on a listed use
that most nearly resembles the intended use.
ExGeptian: Where approved by the building Off the aGtual number Of GGGUpants for whern ea
OGGUpied spaGe, floor er building is designed, although less than these determined by Ga
shall be permitted to be used On the determination of the design GGGUpant lead.
n: Consistent with local
* *Section [B] 1007.1; add the following exception #4:
Exceptions: (1 through 3 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 1007.
(Reason: To accommodate buildings regulated under Texas State Law and to be consistent with
amendments to Chapter 11.)
** *Section 1008.1.9.3; Locks and Latches; add section 3.1 as follows:
[B] 1008.1.9.3, Locks and latches.
(3.1) Where egress doors are used in pairs and positive latching is required, approved automatic flush
bolts shall be permitted to be used, provided that both leaves achieve positive latching regardless of the
closing sequence and the door leaf having the automatic flush bolts has no doorknobs or surface mounted
hardware _
(Reason: To ensure positive latching.)
** *Section 1008.1.9.4; amend exceptions #3 and #4 as follows:
[B] 1008.1.9.4 Bolt locks. Manually operated flush bolts or surface bolts are not permitted.
Exceptions:
1. On doors not required for egress in individual dwelling units or sleeping units.
2. Where a pair of doors serves a storage or equipment room, manually operated edge- or surface -
mounted bolts are permitted on the inactive leaf.
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3. Where a pair of doors serves an occupant load of less than 50 persons in a Group B, F, or S
occupancy, manually operated edge- or surface - mounted bolts are permitted on the inactive leaf.
The inactive leaf shall contain no doorknobs, panic bars or similar operating hardware.
4. Where a pair of doors serves a Group B, F, or S occupancy, manually operated edge- or
surface - mounted bolts are permitted on the inactive leaf provided such inactive leaf is not needed
to meet egress width requirements and the building is equipped throughout with an automatic
sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1. The inactive leaf shall contain no
doorknobs, panic bars or similar operating hardware.
5. Where a pair of doors serves patient care rooms in Group 1 -2 occupancies, self - latching edge- or
surface - mounted bolts are permitted on the inactive leaf provided that the inactive leaf is not
needed to meet egress width requirements and the inactive leaf contains no doorknobs, panic bars
or similar operating hardware.
n: reflects regional practice.
** *Section 1008.1.9.8; change to read as follows:
[B] 1008.1.9.8. Electromagnetically locked egress doors. Doors in the means of egress that are not
otherwise required to have panic hardware in buildings with an occupancy in Group A, B, E, 1 -1, 1 -2, M, R -1
or R -2 and doors to tenant spaces in Group A, B, E, 1 -1, 1 -2, M, R -1 or R -2 shall be permitted to be
electromagnetically locked if equipped with listed hardware that incorporates a built -in switch and meet the
requirements below: [remaining text unchanged]
(Reason: Common regional practice to permit such locks due to the presence of trained staff.)
** *Section 1015.7; add new section 1015.7 to read as follows:
[B] 1015.7 Electrical Rooms. For electrical rooms, special exiting requirements may apply. Reference the
electrical code as adopted.
(Reason: Reference necessary for coordination.)
** *Section 1016.3; add new section to read as follows:
[B] 1016.3 Roof vent increase. In buildings that are one story in height, equipped with automatic heat and
smoke roof vents complying with Section 910 and equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system
in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, the maximum exit access travel distance shall be 400 feet (122 m)
for occupancies in GrouD F -1 or S -1.
(Reason: Maintain the current level of protection outlined in as the 2006 IFC.)
* *[B] Section 1018.1; add Exception #5 to read as follows:
5. In Group B office buildings, corridor walls and ceilings need not be of fire - resistive construction
within office spaces of a single tenant when the space is equipped with an approved automatic fire
alarm system with corridor smoke detection. The actuation of any detector shall activate alarms
audible in all areas served by the corridor. The smoke - detection system shall be connected to the
building's fire alarm system where such a system is provided.
(Reason: Consistent with regional amendment to IBC 1018. 1.)
* * *[B] Section 1022.1; add exceptions #8 & #9 to read as follows:
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8. In other than occupancy Groups H and I, a maximum of 50 percent of egress stairways serving
one adjacent floor are not required to be enclosed, provided at least two means of egress are
provided from both floors served by the unenclosed stairways. Any two such interconnected floors
shall not be open to other floors.
9. In other than occupancy Groups H and I, interior egress stairways serving only the first and
second stories of a building equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance
with Section 903.3.1.1 are not required to be enclosed, provided at least two means of egress are
provided from both floors served by the unenclosed stairways. Such interconnected stories shall
not be open to other stories.
(Reason: To be consistent with regionally accepted practices and legacy codes.)
* *Section 1022.9; change to read as follows:
[B] 1022.9 Smokeproof enclosures and pressurized stairways. In buildings required to comply with
Section 403 or 405 of the IBC, each of the exit enclosures serving a story with a floor surface located more
than 7-5 55 feet (22 80 16 764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access or more than
30 feet (9144 mm) below the finished floor of a level of exit discharge serving such stories shall be a
smokeproof enclosure or pressurized stairway in accordance with Section 909.20.
(Reason: Consistent with high rise definition as amended and clarify only one floor need be above the
threshold.)
** *Section 1024.1; change to read as follows:
[B] 1024.1 General. Approved luminous egress path markings delineating the exit path shall be provided in
buildings of Groups A, B, E, I, M and R -1 having occupied floors located more than 7-5 55 - feet ( 80 16
764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access in accordance with ... (Remaining
language unchanged.)
(Reason: Consistent with high rise definition as amended and clarify only one floor need be above the
threshold.)
* * *[B] Section 1026.6; amend exception #4 to read as follows:
4. Separation from the i nteF i G open -ended corridors of the building is not required for exterior ramps or
stairways connected to open -ended corridors, provided that Items 4.1 through 4.4 are met.
(Reason: to clarify section 1022.6 , i.e., the 180 degree rule is applicable.)
* *Section 1030.2; change to read as follows:
1030.2 Reliability. Required exit accesses, exits or exit discharges shall be continuously maintained free
from obstructions or impediments to full instant use in the case of fire or other emergency when the are
served by S, G h exits are ,, ,r,;od Security devices affecting means of egress shall be subject to approval
of the fire code official.
(Reason: Maintain a current level of protection as identified in the 2003 and provide firefighter safety.)
** *Section 1501.2; delete the 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
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flammable substance, the lack of compliance with Chapter 15 could result in significant fire or deflagration
hazard.)
* *Section 1504.4; change to read as follows:
1504.4 Fire Protection. New and existing spray Shy booths and spray rooms shall be protected by an
approved automatic fire - extinguishing system ... (remainder of section unchanged) ...
(Reason: Consistent protection in all spray booths.)
** *Section 2202.1 Definitions; add to definition of REPAIR GARAGE as follows:
REPAIR GARAGE. 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.)
* *Section 2204.1; change to read as follows:
2204.1 Supervision of dispensing. The dispensing of fuel at motor fuel- dispensing facilities shall be
GendUGted by a qualified attendant er shall be under the supervision of a qualified attendant at all times e
shall be in accordance with SeGtien 220 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 facilitv in accordance with Section 2204.3.
At any time the qualified attendant of item #1 or #2 above is not present, such operations shall be
considered as an Unattended self- service facility and shall also comply with Section 2204.3.
(Reason: Allows a facility to apply the attended and unattended requirements of the code when both are
met.)
** *Section 2302; add a second paragraph to the definition of "High -Piled Combustible Storage" to
read as follows:
Any building classified as a group S Occupancy or Speculative Building exceeding 6,000 sq.ft. 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.)
** *Table 2306.2; change text of "footnote j" to read as follows:
j. Not required when s areas a r e nr by Where areas of buildings are equipped with early
suppression fast - response (ESFR) sprinker systerns installed in annnrdanno w NFRA fl z sprinklers,
manual smoke and heat vents or manually activated engineered mechanical smoke exhaust systems
shall be reauired 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.)
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* *Section 3301.1.3; change to read as follows:
3301.1.3 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 3304 and 3308
2 nn r° assembly and testing of fireworks as allowed in Section 33 llF
3. The use of fireworks for approved display as allowed in Section 3308.
4. The possession... Gensurner fireworks.
(Reason: Restricts to approved displays, which is consistent with regional practice.)
* *Section 3302; change the definition of FIREWORKS to read as follows:
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.
(Reason: Increased safety from fireworks related injuries.)
* *Section 3403.6; add a sentence to read as follows:
3403.6 Piping systems. Piping systems, and their component parts, for flammable and combustible liquids
shall be in accordance with Sections 3403.6.1 through 3403.6.11. 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
underground applications.)
** *Section 3404.2.9.5.1; add Section 3404.2.9.5.1 to read as follows:
3404.2.9.5.1 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 III combustible liquid for storage in protected
aboveground tanks complying with Section 3404.2.9.7 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
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 2703.1.1(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 per reason statement for deletion in that section.
Maintains consistency with current regional requirements relative to interior flammable%ombustible liquid
storage tanks.)
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** Section 3404.2.9.6.1 changed to read as follows:
3404.2.9.6.1 Locations where above ground tanks are prohibited. The storage of Class I and II liquids
in above ground tanks is prohibited on land located in the following zoning districts: all residential districts,
including "SF -1A, SF -113, SF -30, SF -20A, and SF -2013, Single Family Residential Districts;" `RE, Single
Family Residential Estate District;" "AG," Agricultural District; "MF -1, Two Family Residential District;" "MF-
2, Multiple Family Residential District;" and "MH, Manufactured Housing District;" "HC, Hotel District;" "0-1
and 0-2, Office Districts;" "C -1, Neighborhood Commercial District;" "C -2, Local Retail Commercial District;"
"C -3, General Commercial District;" "C -4, Arterial Mall District;" `B -2, Commercial Manufacturing
District; "and any "PUD, Planned Unit Development District." S -P -1. Detailed Site Plan District," and SP -2,
Generalized Site Plan District" which includes any use permitted in any of the above - referenced districts.
Where special conditions exist and adequate safety is provided, the fire code official shall have the
authority to grant exceptions to this requirement.
Such storage is permitted on land zoned within the following zoning districts: "B -1, Business Service Park
District:" `I -1, Light Industrial District, Heavy Industrial District;" and "CS, Community Service District,'
or on land zoned for certain S -1 -1 or S -P -2 Districts with the approval of the Fire Chief.
* *Section 3404.2.11.5; add a sentence to read as follows:
3404.2.11.5 Leak Prevention. Leak prevention for underground tanks shall comply with Sections
3404.2.11.5.1 through 3404.2.11.5.3. 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. References regional amendment to IFC 3404.2.11.5.3.)
* *Section 3404.2.11.5.2; change to read as follows:
3404.2.11.5.2 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 3404.2.11.5.3.
(Reason: Reference to IFC Section 3404.2.11.5.3 amendment.)
* *Section 3404.2.11.5.3; add Section 3404.2.11.5.3 to read as follows:
3404.2.11.5.3 Observation wells. Approved sampling tubes of a minimum 6 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 sump at the
corners of the excavation with a minimum of 4 sumps. 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 3406.5.4.5; delete and replace with new sections 3406.5.4.5 and 3406.5.4.5.1 through
3406.5.4.5.3 the following:
3406.5.4.5 Commercial, industrial, governmental or manufacturing. Dispensing of Class II and III motor
vehicle fuel from tank vehicles into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles located at commercial, industrial,
aovernmental or manufacturina establishments is allowed where Dermitted. Drovided such disaensina
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operations are conducted in accordance with Sections 3406.5.4.5.1 through 3406.5.4.5.3.
3406.5.4.5.1 Site requirements.
1. Dispensing may occur at sites that have been permitted to conduct mobile fueling.
2. A detailed site plan shall be submitted with each application for a permit. The site plan must indicate:
a. all buildings, structures, and appurtenances on site and their use or function;
b. all uses adjacent to the property lines of the site;
c. the locations of all storm drain openings, adjacent waterways or wetlands;
d. information regarding slope, natural drainage, curbing, impounding and how a spill will be retained
upon the site property; and,
e. The scale of the site plan.
3. The Code Official is authorized to impose limits upon: the times and /or days during which mobile
fueling operations are allowed to take place and specific locations on a site where fueling is permitted.
4. Mobile fueling operations shall be conducted in areas not generally accessible to the public.
5. Mobile fueling shall not take place within 15 feet (4.572 m) of buildings, property lines, or combustible
storage.
3406.5.4.5.2 Refueling Operator Requirements.
1. The owner of a mobile fueling operations shall provide to the jurisdiction a written response plan which
demonstrates readiness to respond to a fuel spill, carry out appropriate mitigation measures, and to
indicate its process to properly dispose of contaminated materials when circumstances require.
2. The tank vehicle shall comply with the requirements of NFPA 385 and Local, State and Federal
requirements. The tank vehicle's specific functions shall include that of supplying fuel to motor vehicle
fuel tanks. The vehicle and all its equipment shall be maintained in good repair.
3. Signs prohibiting smoking or open flames within 25 feet (7.62 m) of the tank vehicle or the point of
fueling shall be prominently posted on 3 sides of the vehicle including the back and both sides.
4. A fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 40: BC shall be provided on the vehicle with signage clearly
indicating its location.
5. The dispensing nozzles and hoses shall be of an approved and listed type.
6. The dispensing hose shall not be extended from the reel more than 100 feet (30.48m) in length.
7. Absorbent materials, non -water absorbent pads, a 10 foot (3.048 m) long containment boom, an
approved container with lid, and a non - metallic shovel shall be provided to mitigate a minimum 5- gallon
fuel spill.
8. Tanker vehicles shall be equipped with a fuel limit switch such as a count -back switch, limiting the
amount of a single fueling operation to a maximum of 500 gallons (1893 L) between resettings of the
limit switch.
Exception: Tankers utilizing remote emergency shut -off device capability where the operator
constantly carries the shut -off device which, when activated, immediately causes flow of fuel from
the tanker to cease.
9. Persons responsible for dispensing operations shall be trained in the appropriate mitigating actions in
the event of a fire. leak. or swill. Trainina records shall be maintained by the dispensina comaanv and
shall be made available to the fire code official uaon reauest.
10. Operators of tank vehicles used for mobile fueling operations shall have in their possession at all times
an emergency communications device to notify the proper authorities in the event of an emergency.
3406.5.4.5.3 Operational Requirements.
1. The tank vehicle dispensing equipment shall be constantly attended and operated only by designated
personnel who are trained to handle and dispense motor fuels.
2. Prior to beginning dispensing operations, precautions shall be taken to assure ignition sources are not
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present.
3. The engines of vehicles being fueled shall be shut off during dispensing operations.
4. Night time fueling operations shall only take place in adequately lighted areas.
5. The tank vehicle shall be positioned with respect to vehicles being fueled so as to preclude traffic from
driving over the delivery hose and between the tank vehicle and the motor vehicle being fueled.
6. During fueling operations, tank vehicle brakes shall be set, chock blocks shall be in place and warning
lights shall be in operation.
7. Motor vehicle fuel tanks shall not be topped off.
8. The dispensing hose shall be properly placed on an approved reel or in an approved compartment prior
to moving the tank vehicle.
9. The Code Official and other appropriate authorities shall be notified when a reportable spill or
unauthorized discharge occurs.
(Reason: Provides clarity and organization of the site, operation and use requirements.)
* *Section 3803.2.1; add Section 3803.2.1.8 to read as follows:
3803.2.1.8 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 kq) water capacity. Aggregate
capacity shall not exceed 60 -pound (27.2 kq) 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.)
* *Section 3804.2, Exception; add an exception #2 to read as follows:
Exceptions:
1. (existing language unchanged)
2. Exceat as Dermitted in 308 and 3804.3.2. LP -aas containers are not Dermitted in residential areas.
(Reason: To provide a consistent and reasonable means of regulating the use of portable LP -Gas
containers. References regional amendment to IFC 3804.3.2.)
** *Section 3804.3; add Section 3804.3.2 to read as follows:
3804.3.2 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 3804.3 for location of containers.
When applicant shows must cause and appropriate safety measures, the fire code official shall have the
authority to grant exceptions to this requirement.
Exception: Lots where LP can be off loaded wholly on the property where the tank is located; may
install 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 zonina restrictions.)
** *Table 4604.7, footnote a; change to read as follows:
a. Buildings constructed under the 2003 or 2006 IBC and equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler
system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2.
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(Reason: To recognize buildings constructed under a code that allowed the sprinkler reduction.)
** *Section 4604.23; change to read as follows:
4604.23 Egress path markings. Existing buildings of Groups A, B, E, I, M, and R -1 having occupied floors
located more than 7-5 55 feet „ �16 764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access
shall be provided with luminous egress path markings in accordance with Section 1024.
Exception: Open, unenclosed stairwells in historic buildings designated as historic under a state or
local historic preservation program
(Reason: Correct definition of high -rise for Option 8 jurisdictions
END OF AMENDMENTS
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ATTACHMENT E
2009 International Fuel Gas Code
ORDINANCE NO. 989
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, 2009 EDITION;
PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF LOCAL AMENDMENTS THERETO; PROVIDING
FOR RECORDING OF SUCH CODE AS A PUBLIC RECORD; PROVIDING THAT THIS
ORDINANCE SHALL BE CUMULATIVE OF ALL ORDINANCES; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR
PUBLICATION IN PAMPHLET FORM; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION IN THE OFFICIAL
NEWSPAPER; 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, City Council of the City of Southlake deems it necessary to adopt this ordinance
governing requirements for the installation and maintenance fuel gas systems including requirements
for materials, in order to protect the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of the City of Southlake.
WHEREAS, beginning in the spring of 2010, NCTCOG's Regional Codes Coordinating
Committee (RCCC) and its four advisory boards conducted 20 open review meetings over an 8-
month period to review the 2009 editions of the International Codes and to develop regional
amendments. Their review and recommendations were completed and endorsed by NCTCOG's
Executive Board in October 2010. Now NCTCOG encourages jurisdictions in North Central Texas to
adopt the 2009 International Fuel Gas Code along with its respective regional amendments:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS:
SECTION 1
That the International Fuel Gas Code, 2009 Edition, published by The International Code
Council, Inc., is hereby adopted as the Fuel Gas Code of the City of Southlake, except for fuel gas
systems otherwise regulated under the International Residential Code as adopted. A true and
correct copy of this Code is attached to this ordinance as Exhibit "A."
SECTION 2
That the 2009 International Fuel Gas 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 may from time to time determine that additional local modifications to the 2009
International Fuel Gas Code are necessary and appropriate to meet the unique construction needs of
the City of Southlake. To effectuate these modifications, the City council shall enact individual
ordinances amending this ordinance fully setting forth the change to be made in the code. The
amendments shall be consolidated as Exhibit "B" to this ordinance.
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SECTION 3
The material contained in Exhibits "A" and "B" to this ordinance shall not be included in the
formal municipal codification of ordinances, but shall be maintained as a public record in the office of
the City Secretary and will be available for public inspection and copying during regular business
hours.
SECTION 4
This ordinance shall be cumulative of all provisions of ordinances of the City of Southlake,
Texas, except where the provisions of this ordinance are in direct conflict with the provisions of such
ordinances, in which event the conflicting provisions of such ordinances are hereby repealed.
SECTION 5
It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that the phrases, clauses,
sentences, paragraphs and sections of this ordinance 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
the same would have been enacted by the City council without the incorporation in this ordinance of
any such unconstitutional phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section. It is not the intention of
this ordinance to conflict in any way with the Plumbing License Law of Texas.
SECTION 6
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 7
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All rights and remedies of the City of Southlake are expressly saved as to any and all violations of
the provisions of any ordinances affecting the installation and maintenance of electrical systems 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 buy may be prosecuted until final disposition by the courts.
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The City Secretary of the City of Southlake is hereby authorized to publish this ordinance in book or
pamphlet form for general distribution among the public, and the operative provisions of this ordinance as
so published shall be admissible in evidence in all courts without further proof than the production thereof.
SECTION 9
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 10
This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and publication as
required by law.
Passed And Approved On First Reading On This Day Of , 20_
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY SECRETARY
Passed And Approved On Second Reading On This Day Of , 20_
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY SECRETARY
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APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY:
City Attorney
Date:
EFFECTIVE:
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EXHIBIT "B"
Amendments to the
2009 International Fuel Gas Code
The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2009 International Fuel Gas Code are hereby
amended as follows: Standard type is text from the IFGC. Underlined type is text inserted. Lined through
t ype is deleted text from !FG G. A double asterisk at the beginning of a section identifies an amendment
carried over from the 2006 edition of the code and a triple asterisk identifies a new or revised amendment
with the 2009 code.
* *Section 102.2; insert a sentence to read as follows:
§FG101.2 Scope. This code is not intended to contradict the Texas Plumbing License Law. This code shall
apply to the installation of fuel gas piping systems, fuel gas appliances, ... (Remainder of section
unchanged.)
* *Section 102.2; add an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Existing dwelling units shall comply with Section 621.2.
(Reason: Previous code provisions made unvented heater provisions retroactive except as provided for in
local amendment. This amendment and amendment to IFGC 621.2 better clarify what the code already
states: existing systems may stay unless considered unsafe.)
* *Section 102.8; change to read as follows:
102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be those
that are listed in Chapter 8 and such codes when specifically adopted, and standards shall be considered
part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where differences
occur between provisions of this code and the referenced standards, the provisions of this code shall
apply. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards, each reference
to said code and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Any reference to
NFPA 70 or the ICC Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
(Reason: Legal wording to recognize locally adopted codes and amendments adopted with referenced
codes.)
* *Section 304.10; change to read as follows:
304.10 Louvers and grilles. The required size of openings for combustion, ventilation and dilution air
shall be based on the net free area of each opening. Where the free area through a design of louver, grille
or screen is known, it shall be used in calculating the size opening required to provide the free area
specified. Where the design and free area of louvers and grilles are not known, it shall be assumed that
wood louvers will have 25- percent free area and metal louvers and grilles will have 750- percent free
area.
(Remainder of section unchanged.)
(Reason: This is the generally accepted practice in the region.)
* *Section 304.11; change Exception 8 to read as follows:
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304.11 Combustion air ducts. (Bulk of section unchanged.)
8. Combustion air intake openings located on the exterior of a building shall have the lowest side
of such openings located not less than 12 inches (305 mm) vertically from the adjoining grade
level or the manufacturer's recommendation, whichever is more stringent
(Reason: To recognize the manufacturer's installation requirements.)
** *Section 306.3; change to read as follows:
306.3 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access shall be provided ... (bulk of
paragraph unchanged) ... The clear access opening dimensions shall be a minimum of 20 inches by 30
inches (508 mm by 762 mm), -ate or larger where such dimensions are not large enough to allow removal
of the largest appliance. As a minimum, access to the attic space shall be provided by one of the
following:
1. A permanent stair.
2. A pull down stair with minimum 300 pound capacity.
3. An access door from an upper floor level.
4. Access Panel may be used in lieu of items 1, 2, and 3 with prior approval of the code official
due to buildina conditions.
Exceptions: (No changes to exceptions.)
(Reason: To provide a safe means of accessibility. Consistent with regional amendment to IMC 306.3.)
* *Section 306.5; change to read as follows:
306.5 Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures. Where equipment requiring access
and appliances requiring access are installed on roofs or elevated structures at a an aggregate height
exceeding 16 feet (4877 mm), such access shall be provided by a permanent approved means of access.
the extent of which shall he frern Permanent exterior ladders providing roof access need not extend closer
than 8-12 feet (2438 mm) to the finish grade or floor level below and shall extend to the equipment and
appliance's level service space. Such access shall ... (bulk of section to read the same)... on roofs
having a slope greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33- percent slope).
A receptacle outlet shall be provided at or near the equipment and appliance location in accordance with
the Electrical Code. (Balance of section unchanged.)
(Reason: To assure safe access to roof appliances. Consistent with IMC amendments.)
** *Section 306.5.1; change to read as follows:
306.5.1 Sloped roofs. Where appliances, equipment, fans or other components that require service are
installed on a roof having a slope of -3 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (2-5-33 percent slope) or greater
and having an edge more than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade at such edge, a catwalk at least 16 inches
in width with substantial cleats spaced not more than 16 inches apart shall be provided from the roof
access to a level platform at the appliance. The level platform shall be provided on each side of the
appliance or equipment to which access is required for service, repair or maintenance. The platform shall
be not less than 30 inches (762 mm) in any dimension and shall be provided with guards. The guards shall
extend not less than 42 inches (1067 mm) above the platform, shall be constructed so as to prevent the
passage of a 21- inch - diameter (533 mm) sphere and shall comply with the loading requirements for guards
specified in the International Building Code. Access shall not require walking on roofs having a slope
greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33- percent slope). Where access involves obstructions
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greater than 30 inches (762 mm) in height, such obstructions shall be provided with ladders installed in
accordance with Section 306.5 or stairs installed in accordance with the requirements specified in the
International Building Code in the path of travel to and from appliances, fans or equipment requiring
service.
(Reason: To assure safe access to roof appliances. Consistent with IMC amendments.)
** *Add Section 306.7 to read as follows:
306.7 Water heaters above ground or floor. When the attic, roof, mezzanine or platform in which a water
heater is installed is more than eight (8) feet (2438 mm) above the ground or floor level, it shall be made
accessible by a stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building.
Exception: A max 10 gallon water heater (or larger with approval) is capable of being accessed
through a lay -in ceiling and a water heater is installed is not more than ten (10) feet (3048 mm) above the
ground or floor level and may be reached with a portable ladder
306.7.1. Illumination and convenience outlet. Whenever the mezzanine or platform is not adequately
lighted or access to a receptacle outlet is not obtainable from the main level, lighting and a receptacle
outlet shall be provided in accordance with Section 306.3.1.
(Reason: To provide safe access to water heaters. Consistent with regional amendments to IPC 502.5 and
IMC 306.6.)
* *Section 401.5; add a second paragraph to read as follows:
Both ends of each section of medium Dressure corruaated stainless steel tubina (CSST) shall
identify its operating gas pressure with an approved tag. The taps are to be composed of aluminum or
stainless steel and the following wording shall be stamped into the tag:
"WARNING
1/2 to 5 psi gas pressure
Do Not Remove"
(Reason: To protect homeowners and plumbers.)
* *Section 402.3; add exception 4. to read as follows:
Exceptions:
{ 1. through 3. Unchanged)
4. Corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) shall be a minimum of 1/2" ( 18 EHD).
(Reason: Pipe less than 1/2" has a history in this region of causing whistling.)
* *Section 404.10; change to read as follows:
404.10 Minimum burial depth. Underground piping systems shall be installed so the top of pipe is a
minimum depth of 42- 18 inches (-85 458 mm) below grade eXGept as prov i ded for in S eG tio„ 404 a 1
(Reason: To provide increased protection to piping systems.)
** *Section 404.10.1; delete.
(Reason: Individual lines should also be buried to 18 inches.)
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** *Section 406.1; change to read as follows:
406.1 General. Prior to acceptance and initial operation, all piping installations shall be inspected and
pressure tested to determine that the materials, design, fabrication, and installation practices comply with
the requirements of this code. The permit holder shall make the applicable tests prescribed in Sections
406. 1.1 through 406.1.5 to determine compliance with the provisions of this code. The permit holder shall
give reasonable advance notice to the code official when the piping system is ready for testing. The
equipment, material, power and labor necessary for the inspections and test shall be furnished by the
permit holder and the permit holder shall be responsible for determining that the work will withstand the test
pressure prescribed in the following tests.
(Reason: To utilize language used in the IPC regarding who is responsible for testing procedures.)
** *Section 406.4; change to read as follows:
406.4 Test pressure measurement. Test pressure shall be measured with a monometer or with a
pressure- measuring device designed and calibrated to read, record, or indicate a pressure loss caused by
leakage during the pressure test period. The source of pressure shall be isolated before the pressure tests
are made. MeGhaniGal gauges used to measure test pressures shall have a range SUGh that the highest
earl of the shale is not greater than five times the test pressure
(Reason: To require the use of more accurate diaphragm gauges. Spring gauges do not provide accurate
measurement below approximately 17 psig.)
** *Section 406.4.1; change to read as follows:
406.4.1 Test pressure. The test pressure to be used shall be no less than ^ne and ene - half times the
pr essed mwimu rn werki nn nre ,re b ut not less th�j 3 psig (20 kPa gauge), or at the discretion of the
Code Official, the piping and valves may be tested at a pressure of at least six (6) inches (152 mm) of
mercury, measured with a manometer or slope gauge. FFeSpc oes+gpess ir e. Wher t t est
PFeSSUFe eXGeeds 125 psig (862 kPa gauge), the test pressure shall not eXGeed a value that produGes a
heop stress On the piping greater than 50 PeFGent of the speGified minimurn yield strength Of the pope. For
tests requiring a pressure of 3 psig, diaphragm gauges shall utilize a dial with a minimum diameter of three
and one half inches (3'/2 "), a set hand, 1/10 pound incrementation and pressure range not to exceed 6 psi
for tests requiring a pressure of 3 psig. For tests requiring a pressure of 10 psig, diaphragm gauges shall
utilize a dial with a minimum diameter of three and one -half inches (3'/2 "), a set hand, a minimum of 2/10
pound incrementation and a pressure range not to exceed 20 psi. For welded piping, and for piping
carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure (3.48 kPa) (1/2 psi) and
less than 200 inches of water column pressure (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the test pressure shall not be less than
ten (10) pounds per square inch (69.6 kPa). For piping carrying gas at a pressure that exceeds 200 inches
of water column (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the test pressure shall be not less than one and one -half times the
proposed maximum working pressure.
(Reason: To provide for lesser pressures to coordinate with the use of more accurate diaphragm gauges.)
* *Section 406.4.2; change to read as follows:
406.4.2 Test duration. Test duration shall be held for a length of time satisfactory to the Code Official, but
in no case for less than fifteen 0 5) minutes. For welded piping, and for piping carrying gas at pressures in
excess of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure (3.48 kPa), the test duration shall be held for a
length of time satisfactory to the Code Official, but in no case for less than thirty (30) minutes. (Delete
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remainder of section.)
(Reason: To comply with accepted regional practices.)
** *Replace section 406.7 through 406.7.3 to read as follows: (delete existing)
IFGS 406.7 (IRC G2417.7) Purging requirements. The purging of piping shall be in accordance with
Sections 406.7.1 through 406.7.3.
IFGS 406.7.1 (IRC G2417.7.1) Piping systems required to be purged outdoors. The purging of piping
systems shall be in accordance with the provisions of Sections 406.7.1.1 through 406.7.1.4 where the
piping system meets either of the following:
1. The design operating gas pressure is greater than 2 psig.
2. The piping being purged contains one or more sections of pipe or tubing greater than 2 inches in
nominal size and exceeding the lengths in Table 406.7.1.1.
IFGS 406.7.1.1 (IRC G2417.7.1.1) Removal from service. Where existing gas piping is opened, the
section that is opened shall be isolated from the gas supply and the line pressure vented in accordance
with Section 406.7.1.3. Where gas piping meeting the criteria of Table 406.7.1.1 is removed from service,
the residual fuel aas in the Diaina shall be disDlaced with an inert aas.
IFGS Table 406.7.1.1 (IRC Table 2417.7.1.1)
Size and Length of Piping
Nominal Pipe Size
(inches)
Length of Piping
(feet)
2 1 /2
> 50
3
> 30
4
>15
6
>10
8 or larger
Any length
For SI units: 1 inch = 25.4mm; 1 ft = 304.8mm.
IFGS 406.7.1.2 (IRC G2417.7.1.2) Placing in operation. Where gas piping containing air and meeting the
criteria of Table 406.7.1.1 is placed in operation, the air in the piping shall first be displaced with an inert
gas. The inert gas shall then be displaced with fuel gas in accordance with Section 406.7.1.3.
IFGS 406.7.1.3 (IRC G2417.7.1.3) Outdoor discharge of purged gases. The open end of a piping system
being pressure vented or purged shall discharge directly to an outdoor location. Purging operations shall
comply with all of the following requirements:
1. The point of discharge shall be controlled with a shutoff valve.
2. The point of discharge shall be located at least 10 feet from sources of ignition, at least 10 feet from
building openings and at least 25 feet from mechanical air intake openings.
3. During discharge, the open point of discharge shall be continuously attended and monitored with a
combustible gas indicator that complies with Section 406.7.1.4.
4. Purging operations introducing fuel gas shall be stopped when 90% fuel gas by volume is detected
within the pipe.
5. Persons not involved in the purging operations shall be evacuated from all areas within 10 ft of the point
of discharge.
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IFGS 406.7.1.4 (IRC G2417.7.1.4) Combustible gas indicator. The combustible gas indicator used during
purging operations shall be listed and shall be calibrated in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
and recommended schedule. The combustible gas indicator used for pipe discharge monitoring shall
numerically display a volume scale from 0% to 100% with a resolution of not greater than 1 % increments.
IFGS 406.7.2 (IRC G2417.7.2) Piping systems allowed to be purged indoors or outdoors. The purging
of piping systems shall be in accordance with the provisions of Section 406.7.2.1 where the piping system
meets both of the following:
1. The design operating gas pressure is 2 psig or less.
2. The piping being purged is constructed entirely from pipe or tubing of 2 inch nominal size or smaller, or
larger size pipe or tubing with lengths shorter than specified in Table 406.7.1.1.
IFGS 406.7.2.1 (IRC G2417.2.1) Purging procedure. The piping system shall be purged in accordance
with one or more of the following:
1. The piping shall be purged with fuel gas and shall discharge to the outdoors.
2. The piping shall be purged with fuel gas and shall discharge to the indoors or outdoors through an
appliance burner not located in a combustion chamber. Such burner shall be provided with a
continuous source of ignition.
3. The piping shall be purged with fuel gas and shall discharge to the indoors or outdoors through a
burner that has a continuous source of ignition and that is designed for such purpose.
4. The piping shall be purged with fuel gas that is discharged to the indoors or outdoors, and the point of
discharge shall be monitored with a listed combustible gas detector in accordance with 406.7.2.2.
Purging shall be stopped when fuel gas is detected.
5. The piping shall be purged by the gas supplier in accordance with written procedures.
IFGS 406.7.2.2 (IRC G2417.7.2.2) Combustible gas detector. The combustible gas detector used during
purging operations shall be listed and shall be calibrated or tested in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions and recommended schedule. The combustible gas detector used for pipe discharge monitoring
shall indicate the presence of fuel gas.
IFGS 406.7.3 (IRC G2417.7.3) Purging appliances and equipment. After the piping system has been
placed in operation, appliances and equipment shall be purged before being placed into operation.
4. The piping shall be purged with fuel gas that is discharged to the indoors or outdoors, and the point of
discharge shall be monitored with a listed combustible gas detector in accordance with 406.7.2.2.
Purging shall be stopped when fuel gas is detected.
5. The piping shall be purged by the gas supplier in accordance with written procedures.
IFGS 406.7.2.2 (IRC G2417.7.2.2) Combustible gas detector. The combustible gas detector used during
purging operations shall be listed and shall be calibrated or tested in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions and recommended schedule. The combustible gas detector used for pipe discharge monitoring
shall indicate the presence of fuel gas.
IFGS 406.7.3 (IRC G2417.7.3) Purging appliances and equipment. After the piping system has been
placed in operation, appliances and equipment shall be purged before being placed into operation.
(Reason: Emergency amendment adopted at ICC ABM October 26, 2010.)
* *Add Section 409.1.4 to read as follows:
409.1.4 Valves in CSST installations. Shutoff valves installed with corrugated stainless steel (CSST)
piping systems shall be supported with an approved termination fitting, or equivalent support, suitable for
the size of the valves, of adequate strength and quality, and located at intervals so as to prevent or damp
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out excessive vibration but in no case greater than 12- inches from the center of the valve. Supports shall
be installed so as not to interfere with the free expansion and contraction of the system's piping, fittings,
and valves between anchors. All valves and supports shall be designed and installed so they will not be
disengaged by movement of the supporting piping.
(Reason: To provide proper security to CSST valves. These standards were established in this region in
1999 when CSST was an emerging technology.)
* *Section 410.1; add a second paragraph and exception to read as follows:
Access to regulators shall comply with the requirements for access to appliances as specified in
Section 306.
Exception: A passageway or level service space is not required when the regulator is capable of
beina serviced and removed throuah the reauired attic oaenina.
(Reason: To require adequate access to regulators.)
* *Section 614.6; add a sentence to read as follows:
The size of duct shall not be reduced along its developed length nor at the point of termination.
(Reason: To clarify the size requirement. Consistent with regional amendment to IMC 504.6.)
** *Section 614.6.1; change to read as follows:
* *Section 621.2; change to read as follows:
621.2 Prohibited use. One or more unvented room heaters shall not be used as the sole source of
comfort heating in a dwelling unit.
Exception: Existing approved unvented heaters may continue to be used in dwelling units, in
accordance with the code provisions in effect when installed, when approved by the Code Official
unless an unsafe condition is determined to exist as described in Section 108.7.
(Reason: Gives code official discretion.)
* *Section 624.1.1; change to read as follows:
624.1.1 Installation requirements. The requirements for water heaters relative to access, sizing, relief
valves, drain pans and scald protection shall be in accordance with the International Plumbing Code.
(Reason: To clarify installation requirements. Also corresponds with amendments regarding water heater
access.)
END OF AMENDMENTS
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ATTACHMENT
2009 International Mechanical Code
ORDINANCE NO.990
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE, 2009 EDITION;
PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF LOCAL AMENDMENTS THERETO; PROVIDING FOR
RECORDING OF SUCH CODE AS A PUBLIC PROVIDING THAT THIS ORDINANCE
SHALL BE CUMULATIVE OF ALL ORDINANCES; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE;
PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION IN PAMPHLET FORM;
PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION IN THE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER; AND PROVIDING AN
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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, City Council of the City of Southlake deems it necessary to adopt this ordinance
governing requirements for the installation and maintenance of Heating, Air Conditioning and other
Mechanical systems including requirements for materials, in order to protect the health, safety and welfare
of the citizens of the City of Southlake.
WHEREAS, beginning in the spring of 2010, NCTCOG's Regional Codes Coordinating Committee
(RCCC) and its four advisory boards conducted 20 open review meetings over an 8 -month period to review
the 2009 editions of the International Codes and to develop regional amendments. Their review and
recommendations were completed and endorsed by NCTCOG's Executive Board in October 2010. Now
NCTCOG encourages jurisdictions in North Central Texas to adopt the 2009 International Mechanical Code
along with its respective regional amendments:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTHLAKE,
TEXAS:
SECTION 1
That the International Mechanical Code, 2009 Edition, published by The International Code
Council, Inc., is hereby adopted as the Mechanical Code of the City of Southlake, except for mechanical
systems otherwise regulated under the International Residential Code for One- and Two- Family Dwellings
as adopted. A true and correct copy of this Code is attached to this ordinance as Exhibit "A."
SECTION 2
That the 2009 International Mechanical 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 may from time to time determine that additional local modifications to the 2009 International
Mechanical Code are necessary and appropriate to meet the unique construction needs of the City of
Southlake. To effectuate these modifications, the City council shall enact individual ordinances amending
this ordinance fully setting forth the change to be made in the code. The amendments shall be
consolidated as Exhibit "B" to this ordinance.
SECTION 3
The material contained in Exhibits "A" and "B" to this ordinance shall not be included in the formal
municipal codification of ordinances, but shall be maintained as a public record in the office of the City
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Secretary and will be available for public inspection and copying during regular business hours.
SECTION 4
This ordinance shall be cumulative of all provisions of ordinances of the City of Southlake, Texas,
except where the provisions of this ordinance are in direct conflict with the provisions of such ordinances,
in which event the conflicting provisions of such ordinances are hereby repealed.
SECTION 5
It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that the phrases, clauses, sentences,
paragraphs and sections of this ordinance 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 the same would have been enacted by the
City council without the incorporation in this ordinance of any such unconstitutional phrase, clause,
sentence, paragraph or section.
SECTION 6
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) 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 7
All rights and remedies of the City of Southlake are expressly saved as to any and all violations of
the provisions of any ordinances affecting the installation and maintenance of heating, air conditioning and
other mechanical systems 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 buy may be prosecuted until final
disposition by the courts.
SECTION 8
The City Secretary of the City of Southlake is hereby authorized to publish this ordinance in book or
pamphlet form for general distribution among the public, and the operative provisions of this ordinance as
so published shall be admissible in evidence in all courts without further proof than the production thereof.
SECTION 9
The City Secretary of the City of Southlake is hereby directed to publish in the official newspaper 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.
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This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and publication as
required by law.
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Passed And Approved On First Reading On This Day Of , 20_
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY SECRETARY
Passed And Approved On Second Reading On This Day Of , 20
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY SECRETARY
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY:
City Attorney
Date:
EFFECTIVE:
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EXHIBIT "B"
Amendments to the
2009 International Mechanical Code
The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2009 International Mechanical Code are hereby
amended as follows: (Standard type is text from the IMC. Underlined type is text inserted. L ined through
type is deleted text f�R°'�) A double asterisk at the beginning of a section identifies an amendment
carried over from the 2006 edition of the code and a triple asterisk identifies a new amendment with the
2009 edition of the code. After each code amendment a reason is given in parentheses. The reason is not
a part of the code, but is given to aid in understanding the code.
* *Section 102.8; change to read as follows:
102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced herein shall be those that
are listed in Chapter 15 and such codes when specifically adopted, and standards shall be considered part
of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where differences occur
between provisions of this code and the referenced standards, the provisions of this code shall apply.
Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards, each reference to said
code and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Any reference to NFPA 70 or
the ICC Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
(Reason: Legal wording to recognize locally adopted codes and amendments adopted with referenced
codes.)
* *Section 306.3; change to read as follows:
306.3 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access shall be provided ... (bulk of
paragraph unchanged) . . . side of the appliance. The clear access opening dimensions shall be a
minimum of 20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm by 762 mm), or larger where such dimensions are not large
enough to allow removal of the largest appliance. As a minimum, for access to the attic space, provide
one of the followina:
1. A permanent stair.
2. A pull down stair with minimum 300 pound capacity.
3. An access door from an upper floor level.
4. Access Panel may be used in lieu of items 1, 2, and 3 with prior approval of the code official
due to building conditions.
Exceptions: ... (remainder of section unchanged)
(Reason: To provide a safe means of accessibility to appliances in attics. Consistent with regional
amendment to IFGC 306.3.)
* *Section 306.5; change first paragraph to read as follows:
306.5 Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures. Where equipment requiring access
and appliances are installed on roofs or elevated structures at a aggregate height exceeding 16 feet
(4877 mm), such access shall be provided by a permanent approved means of access. the extent o f w hinh
shall b e from,, Permanent exterior ladders providing roof access need not extend closer thanes 12 feet
(2438 mm) to the finish grade or floor level below and shall extend to the equipment and appliances' level
service space. Such access shall not require climbing over obstructions greater than 30 inches (762 mm)
high or walking on roofs having a slope greater than four units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33- percent
slope). Where access involves climbing over parapet walls, the height shall be measured to the top of the
parapet wall. (Remainder of section unchanged.)
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(Reason: To assure safe access to roof appliances. To provide access to electricity for maintenance of
equipment. Consistent with IFGC amendments.)
** *Section 306.5.1; change to read as follows:
306.5.1 Sloped roofs. Where appliances, equipment, fans or other components that require service are
installed on
roofs having slopes greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal and having an edge more than 30
inches (762 mm) above grade at such edge, a catwalk at least 16 inches in width with substantial cleats
spaced not more than 16 inches apart shall be provided from the roof access to a level platform at the
appliance. The level platform shall be provided on each side of the appliance or equipment to which
access is required for service, repair or maintenance. The platform shall be not less than 30 inches (762
mm) in any dimension and shall be provided with guards. The guards shall extend not less than 42 inches
(1067 mm) above the platform, shall be constructed so as to prevent the passage of a 21- inch - diameter
(533 mm) sphere and shall comply with the loading requirements for guards specified in the International
Building Code. (Remainder of section unchanged.)
(Reason: To assure safe access to roof appliances. Consistent with IFGC amendments.)
* *Add Sections 306.6 and 306.6.1 to read as follows:
306.6 Water heaters above ground or floor. When the mezzanine or platform in which a water heater is
installed is more than eight (8) feet (2438 mm) above the ground or floor level, it shall be made accessible
by a stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building.
Exception: A max 10 gallon water heater (or larger with approval) is capable of being accessed
through a lay -in ceiling and a water heater is installed is not more than ten (10) feet (3048 mm)
above the around or floor level and may be reached with a Dortable ladder.
306.6.1 Whenever the mezzanine or platform is not adequately lighted or access to a receptacle outlet is
not obtainable from the main level, lighting and a receptacle outlet shall be provided in accordance with
Section 306.3.1.
(Reason: To provide safe access to water heaters and to provide lighting and receptacle for maintenance
of equipment. Consistent with regional amendments to IFGC 306.7 and IPC 502.5.)
** *Section 307.2.2; change to read as follows:
307.2.2 Drain pipe materials and sizes. Components of the condensate disposal system shall be cast
iron, galvanized steel, copper, cross - linked polyethylene, polybutylene, polyethylene, ABS, CPVC or
schedule 80 PVC pipe or tubing when exposed to ultra violet light All components shall be selected for the
pressure.and temperature and exposure rating of the installation. {Remainder unchanged)
(Reason: To provide greater flexibility of materials when exposed to ultra violet light. )
* *Section 403.2.1; add an item #5 to read as follows:
5. Toilet rooms within private dwellings that contain only a water closet, lavatory or combination
thereof may be ventilated with an approved mechanical recirculating fan or similar device designed
to remove odors from the air.
(Reason: Consistent with common local practice. Consistent with regional amendment to IRC R303.3.)
* *Section 501.2; add a third exception to read as follows:
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Exceptions:
1. (existing exception unchanged)
2. (existing exception unchanged)
3. Toilet room exhaust ducts may terminate in a warehouse or shop area when infiltration of
outside air is present
(Reason: Provide a more reasonable alternative in areas where a large volume of outside air is present.)
* *Section 504.6; add a sentence to read as follows:
The size of duct shall not be reduced alona its developed lenath nor at the point of termination.
(Reason: To clarify size requirement. Consistent with regional amendment to IFGC 614.6.)
** *Section 607.5.1; change to read as follows:
607.5.1 Fire walls. Ducts and air transfer openings permitted in fire walls in accordance with Section
706.11 of the International Building Code shall be protected with listed fire dampers installed in accordance
with their listing. For hazardous exhaust systems see Section 510.1 -510.9 IMC.
(Reason: For clarification.)
END OF AMENDMENTS
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ATTACHMENT G
2009 International Plumbing Code
ORDINANCE NO.991
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE, 2009 EDITION;
PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF LOCAL AMENDMENTS THERETO; PROVIDING
FOR RECORDING OF SUCH CODE AS A PUBLIC PROVIDING THAT THIS
ORDINANCE SHALL BE CUMULATIVE OF ALL ORDINANCES; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR
PUBLICATION IN PAMPHLET FORM; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION IN THE OFFICIAL
NEWSPAPER; 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, City Council of the City of Southlake deems it necessary to adopt this ordinance
governing requirements for the installation and maintenance of plumbing systems including
requirements for materials, in order to protect the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of the City
of Southlake.
WHEREAS, beginning in the spring of 2010, NCTCOG's Regional Codes Coordinating
Committee (RCCC) and its four advisory boards conducted 20 open review meetings over an 8-
month period to review the 2009 editions of the International Codes and to develop regional
amendments. Their review and recommendations were completed and endorsed by NCTCOG's
Executive Board in October 2010. Now NCTCOG encourages jurisdictions in North Central Texas to
adopt the 2009 International Plumbing Code along with its respective regional amendments.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS:
SECTION 1
That the International Plumbing Code, 2009 Edition, published by The International Code
Council, Inc., is hereby adopted as the Plumbing Code of the City of Southlake, except for plumbing
systems otherwise regulated under the International Residential Code as adopted. A true and
correct copy of this Code is attached to this ordinance as Exhibit "A."
SECTION 2
That the 2009 International Plumbing 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 may from time to time determine that additional local modifications to the 2009
International Plumbing Code are necessary and appropriate to meet the unique construction needs
of the City of Southlake. To effectuate these modifications, the City council shall enact individual
ordinances amending this ordinance fully setting forth the change to be made in the code. The
amendments shall be consolidated as Exhibit "B" to this ordinance.
SECTION 3
The material contained in Exhibits "A" and "B" to this ordinance shall not be included in the
formal municipal codification of ordinances, but shall be maintained as a public record in the office of
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the City Secretary and will be available for public inspection and copying during regular business
hours.
SECTION 4
This ordinance shall be cumulative of all provisions of ordinances of the City of Southlake,
Texas, except where the provisions of this ordinance are in direct conflict with the provisions of such
ordinances, in which event the conflicting provisions of such ordinances are hereby repealed.
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SECTION 5
It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that the phrases, clauses, sentences,
paragraphs and sections of this ordinance 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 the same would have been enacted by the
City council without the incorporation in this ordinance of any such unconstitutional phrase, clause,
sentence, paragraph or section. It is not the intention of this ordinance to conflict in any way with the
Plumbing License Law of Texas.
SECTION 6
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 7
All rights and remedies of the City of Southlake are expressly saved as to any and all violations of
the provisions of any ordinances affecting the installation and maintenance of systems 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 buy may be prosecuted until final disposition by the courts.
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The City Secretary of the City of Southlake is hereby authorized to publish this ordinance in book or
pamphlet form for general distribution among the public, and the operative provisions of this ordinance as
so published shall be admissible in evidence in all courts without further proof than the production thereof.
SECTION 9
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 10
This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and publication as
required by law.
Passed And Approved On First Reading On This Day Of , 20_
MAYOR
2009 1 Codes Attachment G
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ATTEST:
CITY SECRETARY
Passed And Approved On Second Reading On This Day Of , 20_
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY SECRETARY
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY:
City Attorney
Date:
EFFECTIVE:
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EXHIBIT "B"
Amendments to the
2009 International Plumbing Code
The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2009 International Plumbing Code are hereby
amended as follows: Standard type is text from the IPC. Underlined type is text inserted. Lined throe ,nh + „ne
is deleted text From the !PC A double asterisk at the beginning of a section identifies an amendment
carried over from the 2006 edition of the code and a triple asterisk identifies a new or revised amendment
with the 2009 edition of the code.
* *Table of Contents, Chapter 7, Section 714; change to read as follows:
Section 714 Engineered Computerize, Drainage Design ........... ... 62
(Reason: Editorial change to make compatible with amendment to Section 714.1.)
* *Section 102.8; change to read as follows:
102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be those
that are listed in Chapter 13 and such codes when specifically adopted, and standards shall be considered
as part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where the
differences occur between provisions of this code and the referenced standards, the provisions of this code
shall be the minimum requirements. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes
and standards, each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to reference the
amendments as well. Any reference to NFPA 70 or the ICC Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code
as adopted.
(Reason: Legal wording to recognize locally adopted codes and amendments adopted with referenced
codes.)
* *Sections 106.6.2 and 106.6.3; change to read as follows:
106.6.2 Fee schedule. The fees for all plumbing work shall be as inrli ^, +er1 in the following shed le:
( II RICr' ICTION TO INSERT APPROPR SCHEDUL E) adopted by resolution of the city council
106.6.3 Fee Refunds. The code official shall establish a policy for auth authorizing the refunding of
fees. as follows. (Delete balance of section)
(Reason: This calls to attention the fee schedule and refund policy.)
* *Section 109; Delete entire section and insert the following:
SECTION 109
MEANS OF APPEAL
109.1 General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the
building official relative to the application and interpretation of this code, there shall be and is hereby
created a board of appeals. The Building Board of Appeals as established by ordinance 622 as amended
shall be the Board of ADDeals referenced in this code.
109.2 Limitations on authoritv. An application for aaaeal shall be based on a claim that the true intent of
this code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted, the provisions of this
code do not fully apply, or an equally good or better form of construction is proposed. The board shall have
no authority to waive requirements of this code.
(Reason: recognize appeal board previously established by ordinance.)
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* *Section 305.6.1; change to read as follows:
305.6.1 Sewer depth. Building sewers that Ge ;neGt +„ private sewage d sys ns shall be
minimurn of [nurnber] inGhes (rnrn) below finished grade at the point of sept tank GenneGtien. Building
sewers shall be a minimum of 12 inches (304 mm) below grade.
(Reason: Provides sewer depth that is common in this region. Deleted reference to private sewage
disposal because a private sewage disposal code is not adopted.)
* *Section 305.9; change to read as follows:
305.9 Protection of components of plumbing system. Components of a plumbing system installed
within 3 feet along alleyways, driveways, parking garages or other locations in a manner in which they
would be exposed to damage shall be recessed into the wall or otherwise protected in an approved
manner.
(Reason: Provide a common cutoff point to designate a general separation distance at which plumbing
systems should be safe for consistency in enforcement.)
* *Section 310.4 and 310.5; delete.
(Reason: Enforcement of privacy walls and doors, and the maintenance thereof, should not be a code
issue. It is an owner courtesy issue.)
* *Sections 312.10.1 and 312.10.2; change to read as follows:
312.10.1 Inspections. Annual inspections shall be made of all backflow prevention assemblies and air
gaps to determine whether they are operable. (See Ordinance No. 699A, Cross Connection Control Policy.)
312.10.2 Testing. Reduced pressure principle backflow preventer assemblies, double check -valve
assemblies, pressure vacuum breaker assemblies, reduced pressure detector fire protection backflow
prevention assemblies, double check detector fire protection backflow prevention assemblies, hose
connection backflow preventers, and spill -proof vacuum breakers shall be tested at the time of installation,
immediately after repairs or relocation and at least annually. The testing procedure shall be performed in
accordance with applicable local provisions. In the absence of local provisions, the owner is responsible to
ensure that testing is done in accordance with one of the following standards:
(list of standards unchanged)
(Reason: Recognize TCEQ or other local testing procedures that must be adhered to. To place
responsibility of testing on the owner.)
* *Section 314.2.1; modify second sentence to read as follows:
314.2.1 Condensate disposal. Condensate from all cooling coils and evaporators shall be conveyed from
the drain pan outlet to an approved place of disposal. Condensate shall not discharge into a street, alley,
sidewalk, rooftop, or other areas so as to cause a nuisance.
(Reason: Greater specificity in prohibited locations for condensate discharge. Consistent with regional
amendment to IMC 307.2.1.)
** *Section 314.2.2; change to read as follows:
314.2.2 Drain pipe materials and sizes. Components of the condensate disposal system shall be cast
iron, galvanized steel, copper, cross - linked polyethylene, polybutylene, polyethylene, ABS, CPVC, or
schedule 80 PVC pipe or tubing when exposed to ultra violet light All components shall be selected for the
pressure, and - temperature and exposure rating of the installation. Condensate waste and drain line size
shall not be less than 3 /4 -inch (19 mm) internal diameter and shall not decrease in size from the drain pan
connection to the place of condensate disposal. Where the drain pipes from more than one unit are
manifolded together for condensate drainage, the pipe or tubing shall be sized in accordance with an
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approved method. All horizontal sections of drain piping shall be installed in uniform alignment at a uniform
slope
(Reason: To provide greater flexibility of materials when exposed to ultra violet light. )
* *Section 401.1; add a sentence to read as follows:
The provisions of this Chapter are meant to work in coordination with the provisions of the Building Code.
Should any conflicts arise between the two chapters, the Code Official shall determine which provision
applies.
(Reason: Gives discretion to Code Official in case of code conflict.)
* *Section 403; change 403.1 and add 403.3 as follows:
403.1 Minimum number of fixtures. Plumbing fixtures shall be provided for the type of occupancy and in
the minimum number as follows:
1. Assembly Occupancies: At least one drinking fountain shall be provided at each floor level in an
approved location.
Exception: A drinking fountain need not be provided in a drinking or dinin
establishment.
2. Groups A, B, F, H, I, M and S Occupancies: Buildings or portions thereof where persons are
employed shall be provided with at least one water closet for each sex except as provided for in
Section 403.2.
3. Group E Occupancies: Shall be provided with fixtures as shown in Table 403.1.
4. GrouD R OCCUDancies: Shall be Drovided with fixtures as shown in Table 403.1.
It is recommended, but not required, that the minimum number of fixtures provided also comply with the
number shown in Table 403.1. Types of occupancies not shown in Table 403.1 shall be considered
individually by the code official. The number of occupants shall be determined by the International Building
Code. Occupancy classification shall be determined in accordance with the International Building Code.
403.1.3 Finish material. Finish materials shall comply with Section 1210 of the International Building
Code.
(Reason: Table 403.1 is made optional. Gives minimum requirements in body of code. Consistent with
regional amendments to IBC Section 2902.)
* *Section 405.6; delete.
(Reason: Texas State regulations cover plumbing in mental health centers. Consistent with regional
amendment to IPC 1002.10.)
* *Section 409.2; change to read as follows:
409.2 Water connection. The water supply to a commercial dishwashing machine shall be protected
against backflow by an air gap or backflow preventer in accordance with Section 608.
(Reason: Domestic dishwashing machines would be difficult to enforce and should already come equipped
with backflow preventers. Consistent with regional amendments in IPC Section 608.)
* *Section 410.1; change to read as follows:
410.1 Approval. Drinking fountains shall conform to ASME Al 12.19.1 M, ASME Al 12.19.2M or ASME
Al 12.19.9M, and water coolers shall conform to ARI 1010. Drinking fountains and water coolers shall
conform to NSF 61, Section 9. Where water is served On restaurants or where bottled wa G0 gore a r e
provided on Gther OGGUpandes, drinking fountains shall not be required. in other OGGUpandes, w
drinking fountains are required, bettled water dispensers shal be permitted to be substituted for not mere
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Exception: A drinkina fountain need not be arovided in a drinkina or dinina establishment.
(Reason: Coincide with amendments made to IPC 403.1 and IBC 2902.1.)
* *Section 412.4; change to read as follows:
412.4 Required location P and ventral washing facilities Floor drains shall be installed
in the following areas.
1. In public coin - operated laundries and in the central washing facilities of multiple family dwellings,
the rooms containing automatic clothes washers shall be provided with floor drains located to readily
drain the entire floor area. S G h drains shall have a minims ern outlet of not loss than 3 innhoc (76 mm)
in d m arneter
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2. Commercial kitchens. (In lieu of floor drains in commercial kitchens, the code official may accept
floor sinks.)
(Reason: To make more compatible with local health code practices.)
* *Section 417.5; change to read as follows:
417.5 Shower floors or receptors. Floor surfaces shall be constructed of impervious, noncorrosive,
nonabsorbent and waterproof materials.
Thresholds shall be a minimum of 2 inches (51 mm) and a maximum of 9 inches (229 mm), measured from
top of the drain to top of threshold or dam. Thresholds shall be of sufficient width to accommodate a
minimum twentv -two (22) inch (559 mm) door.
Exception: Showers designed to comply with ICC /ANSI Al 17.1.
(Reason: To provide more specific requirements.)
* *Section 417.5.2; change to read as follows:
417.5.2 Shower lining. Floors under shower compartments, except where prefabricated receptors have
been provided, shall be lined and made water tight utilizing material complying with Sections 417.5.2.1
through 417.5.2.4. Such liners shall turn up on all sides at least 21 3 inches (54 76 mm) above the finished
threshold level and shall extend outward over the threshold and fastened to the outside of the threshold
iamb Liners shall be recessed and fastened to an approved backing . . . (remainder of section
unchanged) ....
(Reason: Consistent with local practice.)
* *Add Section 417.7 to read as follows:
417.7 Test for shower receptors. Shower receptors shall be tested for water tightness by filling with
water to the level of the rough threshold. The drain shall be plugged in a manner so that both sides of
pans shall be subjected to the test at the point where it is clamped to the drain.
(Reason: To clarify that a water test is required for a shower receptor.)
* *Section 419.3; change to read as follows:
419.3 Surrounding material. Wall and floor space to a point 2 feet (610 mm) in front of a urinal lip and 4
feet (1219 mm) above the floor and at least 2 feet (610 mm) to each side of the urinal shall be
waterproofed with a smooth, readily cleanable, hard, nonabsorbent material.
(Reason: Match un- amended IBC 1210.)
* *Section 502.3; change to read as follows:
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502.3 Water heaters installed in attics. Attics containing a water heater shall be provided ... (bulk of
paragraph unchanged) ... side of the water heater. The clear access opening dimensions shall be a
minimum of 20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm by 762 mm), or larger where such dimensions are not large
enough to allow removal of the water heater.
(Reason: To ensure adequate access.)
** *Add Section 502.5 and 502.5.1 to read as follows:
502.6 Water heaters above ground or floor. When the attic, roof, mezzanine or platform in which a water
heater is installed is more than eight (8) feet (2438 mm) above the ground or floor level, it shall be made
accessible by a stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building.
Exception: A max 10 gallon water heater (or larger with approval) is capable of being accessed
through a lay -in ceiling and a water heater is installed is not more than ten (10) feet (3048 mm)
above the ground or floor level and may be reached with a portable ladder.
502.6.1 Whenever the mezzanine or platform is not adequately lighted or access to a receptacle outlet is
not obtainable from the main level, lighting and a receptacle outlet shall be provided in accordance with
Section 502.1.
(Reason: To provide safe access to water heaters and to provide lighting and receptacle for maintenance
of equipment. Consistent with regional amendments to IFGC 306.7 and IMC 306.6. Note reference to
amendment above.)
** *Section 504.6; change to read as follows:
504.6 Requirements for discharge piping. The discharge piping serving a pressure relief valve,
temperature relief valve or combination thereof shall:
1. Not be directly connected to the drainage system.
2. Discharge through an air gap. ;GGated on the s "„o r, ern as the water heater
3. Not be smaller than the diameter of the outlet of the valve served and shall discharge full
size to the air gap.
4. Serve a single relief device and shall not connect to piping serving any other relief device or
equipment.
Exception: Multiple relief devices may be installed to a single T & P discharge piping
system when approved by the administrative authority and permitted by the
manufactures installation instructions and installed with those instruction.
5. Discharge to the am to an indirect waste receptor or to the outdoors. Where discharging
to the outdoors in areas subject to freezing, discharge piping shall be first piped to an
indirect waste receptor through an air gap located in a conditioned area.
6. Discharge in a manner that does not cause personal injury or structural damage.
7. Discharge to a termination point that is readily observable by the building occupants.
8. Not be trapped.
9. Be installed so as to flow by gravity.
10. Not terminate less than 6 inches or more than 24 inches (152 mm) above grade the floor or
nor more than 6 inches above the waste receptor.
11. Not have a threaded connection at the end of such piping.
12. Not have valves or tee fittings.
13. Be constructed of those materials listed in Section 605.4 or materials tested, rated and
approved for such use in accordance with ASME Al 12.4.1.
(Reason: To provide a higher degree of safety.)
* *Add Section 604.4.1 to read as follows:
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604.4.1 State maximum flow rate. Where the State mandated maximum flow rate is more restrictive than
those of this section, the State flow rate shall take precedence.
(Reason: To recognize State standards.)
* *Section 606.1; delete items #4 and #5.
606.1 Location of full -open valves. Full -open valves shall be installed in the following locations:
1. On the building water service pipe from the public water supply near the curb.
2. On the water distribution supply pipe at the entrance into the structure.
3. On the discharge side of every water meter.
4. On the base of every water riser pipe in GGGUpandeS other than multiple family residential
GGGLApanGieS that are two steries er less On height and On one and twG family residential
5. On the top of every water down feed pope on GGGUpanGies other than one and twe family
residential 000U pa --
6. On the entrance to every water supply pipe to a dwelling unit, except where supplying a single
fixture equipped with individual stops.
7. On the water supply pipe to a gravity or pressurized water tank.
8. On the water supply pipe to every water heater.
(Reason: The code is too restrictive as written.)
** *Section 606.2; items #1 and 2 change to read as follows:
1. On the fixture supply to each plumbing fixture other than bathtubs and showers in one- and
two - family residential occupancies, and other than in individual sleeping units that are
provided with unit shutoff valves in hotels, motels, boarding houses and similar
occupancies.
. On the water supply none to each Qillooc*
-3. 2 On the water supply pipe to each appliance or mechanical equipment.
(Reason: To provide shut -off valves to every fixture.)
* *Section 608.1; change to read as follows:
608.1 General. A potable water supply system shall be designed, installed and maintained in such a
manner so as to prevent contamination from nonpotable liquids, solids or gases being introduced into the
potable water supply through cross - connections or any other piping connections to the system. Backflow
preventer applications shall conform to applicable local regulations (See Cross Connection Control Policy
Ordinance No. 699), Table 608.1, eXGept and as specifically stated in Sections 608.2 through 608.16.9.
(Reason: To recognize local requirements.)
** *Section 608.16.5; change to read as follows:
608.16.5 Connections to lawn Irrigation Systems. The potable water supply system to lawn irrigation
systems shall be protected by against backflow by an atmospheric -type vacuum breaker, a pressure type
vacuum breaker a double -check assembly or a reduced pressure principle backflow preventer . . .
{remainder of section unchanged).
(Reason: To recognize regional practices.)
* *Section 608.17; change to read as follows:
608.17 Protection of individual water supplies. An individual water supply shall be located and
constructed so as to be safeguarded against contamination in accordance with applicable local regulations.
In the absence of other local regulations, installation shall be in accordance with Sections 608.17.1
through 608.17.8.
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(Reason: To allow local requirements to govern.)
** *Section 610.1; add exception to read as follows:
610.1 General. New or repaired potable water systems shall be purged of deleterious matter and
disinfected prior to utilization. The method to be followed shall be that prescribed by the health authority or
water purveyor having jurisdiction or, in the absence of a prescribed method, the procedure described in
either AWWA C651 or AWWA C652, or as described in this section. This requirement shall apply to "on-
site" or "inplant" fabrication of a system or to a modular portion of a system.
1. The pipe system shall be flushed with clean, potable water until dirty water does not appear at the
points of outlet.
2. The system or part thereof shall be filled with a water /chlorine solution containing at least 50 parts
per million (50 mg /L) of chlorine, and the system or part thereof shall be valved off and allowed to
stand for 24 hours; or the system or part thereof shall be filled with a water /chlorine solution
containing at least 200 parts per million (200 mg /L) of chlorine and allowed to stand for 3 hours.
3. Following the required standing time, the system shall be flushed with clean potable water until the
chlorine is purged from the system.
4. The procedure shall be repeated where shown by a bacteriological examination that contamination
remains present in the system.
Exception: With prior approval the Code Official may wave this requirement when deemed un- necessa
by the Code Official.
(Reason: May not always be needed)
* *Add Section 712.5 to read as follows:
712.5 Dual Pump System. All sumps shall be automatically discharged and, when in any "public use"
occupancy where the sump serves more than 10 fixture units, shall be provided with dual pumps or
electors arranged to function independently in case of overload or mechanical failure. For storm drainage
sumps and pumping systems, see Section 1113.
(Reason: To address dual pump system. To provide reference for storm drainage systems.)
* *Section 714, 714.1; change to read as follows:
SECTION 714
ENGINEERED COMPUTER DRAINAGE DESIGN
714.1 Design of drainage system. The sizing, design and layout of the drainage system shall be
permitted to be designed by approved der design methods.
(Reason: Code was too restrictive.)
** *Section 802.1.6; amended sentence to read as follows:
802.1.6 Domestic dishwashing machines. Domestic dishwashing machines shall discharge indirectly
through an air gap or air break into a standpipe or waste receptor in accordance with Section 802.2, or
discharge into a wye- branch fitting on the tailpiece of the kitchen sink or the dishwasher connection of a
food waste grinder. The waste line of a domestic dishwashing machine discharging into a kitchen sink
tailpiece or food waste grinder shall connect to a deck - mounted air gap. or hwaste!; e sha'�s° and be
(Reason: Provide positive backflow protection to the water supply and prevent contamination of the
contents of the dishwasher and to be consistent with IRC Section 2717.3)
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* *Section 802.4; add a sentence to read as follows:
No standpipe shall be installed below the ground.
(Reason: To make systems less susceptible to improper modifications.)
* *Section 904.1; changed to read as follows:
904.1 Roof extension. All open vent pipes that extend through a roof shall be terminated at least six 6
inches (152 mm) above the roof, except that where a roof is to be used for any purpose other than weather
protection, the vent extensions shall be run at least 7 feet (2134 mm) above the roof.
(Reason: To provide regional guideline on standard installation method for this climate area.)
** *Section 906.1; changed to read as follows:
906.1 Distance of trap from vent. Each fixture trap shall have a protecting vent located so that the slope
and the developed length in the fixture drain from the trap weir to the vent fitting are within the
requirements set forth in Table 906.1.
EXGeptien: The developed length of the fixture drain frorn the trap weir to the vent fitting for self
siphoning fixtures SUGh as wateFGIGSetS shall not be limited
(Reason: To be consistent with regional establish practices)
* *Section 917.1; change to read as follows:
917.1 Type of fixture. A combination drain and vent system shall not serve fixtures other than floor drains,
sinks lavatories and drinking fountains standpipes, and indirect waste receptors Combination drain and
vent systems shall not receive the discharge from a food waste grinder or clinical sink.
(Reason: To prevent trap siphoning of sinks and lavatories.)
* *Section 1002.10; delete.
(Reason: Texas State regulations cover plumbing in mental health centers. Consistent with regional
amendment to IPC 405.6.)
** *Section 1101.8; change to read as follows:
1101.8 Cleanouts required. Cleanouts shall be installed in the building storm drainage system and shall
comply with the provisions of this code for sanitary drainage pipe cleanouts.
Exception: Subsurface drainage system.
(Reason: To specify that cleanouts are only required in the building.)
* *Section 1106.1; change to read as follows:
1106.1 General. The size of the vertical conductors and leaders, building storm drains, building storm
sewers, and any horizontal branches of such drains or sewers shall be based on six (6) inches per hour tl e
100 year heur4y rainfall rate Figure 1106 or on other rainfall rates et f�rm Tf in ed frorn appmyed
I GGa l weather data.
(Reason: Specify the roof drain size normally used in the area.) TTT1
* *Section 1107.3; change to read as follows:
1107.3 Sizing of secondary drains. Secondary (emergency) roof drain systems shall be sized in
accordance with Section 1106 based on the rainfall rate for whiGh the primary system is sized in Tables
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1106.2, 1106.3 and . Scuppers shall be sized to prevent the depth of ponding water . (remainder
of section unchanged) ....
(Reason: Specify that overflow drainage is to be the same size as the normal roof drains.)
* *Section 1202.1; delete Exception 2.
(Reason: State law already specifies that vacuum systems must comply with NFPA 99C.)
END OF AMENDMENTS
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