HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance 248 CERTIFICATION
I, LEE RABOIN, City Clerk of the City of Atascadero, hereby
certify that the foregoing is the true and correct original of
Ordinance No. 248 adopted by the Atascadero City Council at a
regular meeting thereof held on July 14, 1992 and that it has been
duly published pursuant to State Law.
DATED:
LLE RABOIN
City Clerk
City of Atascadero, California
ORDINANCE NO. 248
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATASCADERO AMENDING TITLE 8(BUILDING
REGULATIONS) TO THE ATASCADERO MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADOPTING BY
REFERENCE, THE UNIFORM CODE FOR BUILDING CONSERVATION INCLUDING ALL
APPENDICES (LATEST PRINTING) , THE UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE CODE, 1991
ADDITION, PUBLISHED BY THE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF BUILDING
OFFICIALS; THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE, INCLUDING APPENDIX CHAPTERS
11, 12-II&III, 23-IV, 25, 29, 32, 35, 38, 49, 55, 57 AND 70, 1991
EDITION, AND THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE STANDARDS, ALL PUBLISHED BY
THE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF BUILDING OFFICIALS; THE NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE, 1990 EDITION, PUBLISHED BY THE NATIONAL FIRE
PROTECTION ASSOCIATION; THE UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE, INCLUDING ALL
APPENDICES, 1991 EDITION, AND THE IAPMO INSTALLATION STANDARDS,
1991 EDITION, ALL PUBLISHED BY THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF
PLUMBING AND MECHANICAL OFFICIALS AND THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION
OF BUILDING OFFICIALS; THE UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE, INCLUDING ALL
APPENDICES, 1991 EDITION, PUBLISHED BY THE INTERNATIONAL
ASSOCIATION OF PLUMBING AND MECHANICAL OFFICIALS AND THE
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PLUMBING AND MECHANICAL OFFICIALS AND
THE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF BUILDING OFFICIALS; THE UNIFORM
SWIMMING POOL, SPA AND HOT TUB CODE, 1991 EDITION, PUBLISHED BY THE
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PLUMBING AND MECHANICAL OFFICIALS; THE
UNIFORM SIGN CODE, 1991 EDITION, PUBLISHED BY THE INTERNATIONAL
CONFERENCE OF BUILDING OFFICIALS; THE UNIFORM FIRE CODE, INCLUDING
APPENDIX CHAPTERS I-A, I-C, II-A, II-B, II-D, III-A, III-B, III-C,
III-D, IV-A, V-A AND VI-A, 1992 EDITION, AND THE UNIFORM FIRE CODE
STANDARDS, 1991 EDITION, PUBLISHED BY THE WESTERN FIRE CHIEFS
ASSOCIATION AND THE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF BUILDING OFFICIALS;
THE UNIFORM HOUSING CODE, 1991 EDITION, PUBLISHED BY THE
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF BUILDING OFFICIALS;
Section I. This amendment has been evaluated in accordance
with the California Environmental Quality Act and this City' s
environmental impact procedures guidelines, and the project has
been determined to be categorically exempt (Class 8 Exemption) .
Section 2. Title 8 (Building Regulations) of the Atascadero
Municipal Code is amended to read as contained in the attached
Exhibit A, which is hereby made a part of this ordinance by
reference.
Section 3. Penalty Provisions.
It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to
erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove,
convert or demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building,
structure or building service equipment or cause or permit the same
to be done in violation of this Title and the technical codes.
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Penalties for violation of this Title shall be as set forth in
Chapter 3 of Title 1 of this code.
Section 4. Publication.
The City Clerk shall cause this ordinance to be published once
within fifteen ( 15) days after its passage in the Atascadero News,
a newspaper of general circulation, printed, published, and
circulated in the City in accordance with Section 36933 of the
Government Code, shall certify the adopting and posting of this
ordinance and shall cause this ordinance and this certification
together with proof of posting to be entered into the Book of
Ordinances of this City.
Section 5. Effective Date.
This ordinance shall go into effect and be in full force and
effect at 12:01 a.m. on the 31st day after its passage.
On motion by Councilmember Luna, and seconded by Councilmember
Kudlac, the foregoing ordinance is hereby adopted in its entirety
by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Borgeson, Bewley, Kudlac, Luna and Mayor
Nimmo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ADOPTED: July 14, 1992
CITY OF ATASCADERO
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BY:
ROBERT P. NIMMO, Mayor
ATTEST:
LEE RABOIN4 ay r erk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
ART ER MON` -AN.1 t City Attorney
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PREPARED BY:
Henry Enge , Comm Pity Development Director
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INDEX
CHAPTER 1. ADMINISTRATIVE CODE 1-6
8-1. 101 Adoption of Uniform Administrative Code. . . . . . 1
8-1.102 Modification of Certain Parts of the Uniform
Administrative Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
8-1. 103 Cargo Containers, Railroad Cars, etc. . . . . . . . . . 1
8-1. 104 Establishment of Board of Appeals. . . . . . . . . . . . .2
8-1.105 Violations, Compliance Surveys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
8-1. 106 Permits Required, Grading not separate. . . . . . . .4
8-1. 107 Exempted Work. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
8-1.108 Expiration.of Permits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
8-1. 109 Fees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
8-1. 110 Expiration of Plan Review. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
8-1.111 Addition to 305(e)-Roof Nailing Inspection. . . .6
CHAPTER 2. BUILDING CODE 7-8
8-2. 101 Adoption of Uniform Building Code. . . . . . . . . . . . .7
8-2. 102 Deletion of Certain Parts of the
Uniform Building Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
8-2. 103 Roof Covering Limitations Add to Sec.3203. . . .7
8-2. 104 Fire Sprinkler Systems Add to Sec.3802. . . . . . . .8
CHAPTER 3. ELECTRICAL CODE 8
8-3. 101 Adoption of National Electrical Code. . . . . . . . . .8
CHAPTER 4. PLUMBING CODE 9-16
8-4. 101 Adoption of Uniform Plumbing Code. . . . . . . . . . . . .9
8-4. 102 Deletion of Certain Parts of the Uniform
Plumbing Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
8-4. 103 Use of Plastic Pipe in Water Systems. . . . . . . . . .9
8-4. 104 Building Sewers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
8-4.105 Private Sewage Disposal Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
CHAPTER 5. MECHANICAL CODE 17
8-5. 101 Adoption of Uniform Mechanical Code. . . . . . . . . . . 17
8-5. 102 Deletion of Certain Parts of the Uniform
Mechanical Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
8-5. 103 Installation of Liquefied Petroleum
Gas-burning Appliances. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 17
CHAPTER 6. SWIMMING POOL, SPA AND HOT TUB CODE 18
8-6.101 Adoption of Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and
Hot Tub Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
8-6.102 Deletion of Certain Parts of the Uniform
Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code. . . . . . . . . . .18
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8-6. 103 Swimming Pool Defined. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
CHAPTER 7. SIGN CODE 19
8-7. 101 Adoption of Uniform Sign Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
8-7. 102 Deletion of Certain Parts of the Uniform
Sign Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
CHAPTER 8. FIRE CODE 20-21
8-8.101 Adoption of Uniform Fire Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
8-8. 102 Deletion of Certain Parts of the Uniform
Fire Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
8-8.103 Board of Appeals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
8-8. 104 Alarm Signal Defined. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
8-8.105 Establishment of Limits of Districts in
which Storage of Flammable or Combustible
Liquids in Outside Aboveground Tanks is
Prohibited. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 21
8-8.106 Establishment of Limits of Districts in
Which Storage of Explosives and Blasting
Agents is Prohibited. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
8-8. 107 Automatic Fire Extinguishing Systems. . . . . . . . . .21
8-8. 108 Fire Apparatus Access Roads - Turning Radius. .21
8-8. 109 Fire Apparatus Access Roads - Grade. . . . . . . . . . .21
CHAPTER 9. HOUSING CODE 22
8-9. 101 Adoption of Uniform Housing Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
8-9. 102 Deletion of Certain Parts of the Uniform
Housing Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
8-9. 103 References to Building Official. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
8-9.104 Appeals Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
8-9.105 Time Limits for Appeals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
CHAPTER 10. DANGEROUS BUILDINGS CODE 23
8-10. 101 Adoption of Uniform Code for the
Abatement of Dangerous Buildings. . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
8-10. 102 References to Building Official. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
8-10.103 Deletion of Certain Parts of the Uniform Code
for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings. . . . . .23
8-10.104 Appeals Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
8-10. 105 Time Limit For Appeals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
CHAPTER 11. BUILDING CONSERVATION CODE 24
8-11. 101 Adoption of Uniform Code for Building
Conservation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
APPENDIXFEE SCHEDULE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
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Chapter 1. Administrative Code
8-1. 101. _Adoption of Uniform Administrative Code. Certain documents
marked and designated as the "Uniform Administrative Code", 1991
Edition, published by the International Conference of Building
Officials, are hereby adopted for establishing administrative,
organizational and enforcement rules and regulations for technical
codes which regulate site preparation and construction, alteration,
moving, demolition, repair, use and occupancy of buildings,
structures and building service equipment. Each and all of the
regulations, provisions, conditions and terms of such "Uniform
Administrative Code", 1991 Edition, published by the International
Conference of Building Officials, on file in the Building Division,
are hereby referred to and made a part hereof as if fully set out in
this Chapter, except as otherwise provided in this Chapter.
8-1. 102. Modification of Certain Parts of the Uniform Administrative
Code. The following portions of the "Uniform Administrative Code",
1991 Edition, are hereby deleted:
(a) Section 204 (Board of Appeals)
(b) Section 304(b) (Permit Fees)
(c) Section 304(c) (Plan Review Fees)
(d) Section 304(d) (2) (Fee) Change reference to" . . . .Tables Nos. 3-A
through 3-H" to read " . . .the resolution of the City Council
establishing fees. "
(e) Section 305(h) (Reinspection) Change reference to " . . . .Tables
Nos. 3-A through 3-H" to read ". . .the resolution of the City
Council establishing fees. "
(f) Table No. 3-A (Building Permit Fees)
(g) Table No. 3-B (Electrical Permit Fees)
(h) Table No. 3-C (Mechanical Permit Fees)
(i) Table No. 3-D (Plumbing Permit Fees)
(j ) Table No. 3-E (Grading Permit Fees)
(k) Table No. 3-F (Grading Plan Review Fees)
8-1.103. Cargo Containers and Railroad Cars. The following shall be
added to Section 104(f) Uniform Administrative Code:
1.When proposed use is other than originally designed and/or intended
as determined by the Building Official, railroad cars, cabooses,
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shipping containers, mobile homes, and similar assemblies, etc. , may
not be moved into or relocated within the City limits without his
prior approval.
2.Railroad cars, cabooses, shipping containers, mobile homes, and
similar assemblies, etc. , do not qualify as conventional construction;
therefore, all design/engineering work, plans, calculations, etc. ,
must be accomplished by a California licensed architect or engineer.
8-1.104. Establishment of Board of Appeals. The following shall
replace Section 204:
Sec 204. (a) In order to conduct hearings to determine the suitability
of alternate materials and methods of installation and to provide for
reasonable interpretations of the provisions of this Title, a Board
of Appeals is hereby established. The Board of Appeals shall also
make interpretations of and hear appeals pursuant to the Housing and
Dangerous Building Codes.
(b) Membership. The Board of Appeals shall consist of five (5)
members, two (2) of whom shall be general contractors, one ( 1) of whom
shall be a structural engineer, or architect or other licensed
professional in the building design field, one (1) of whom shall be
a specialty contractor, all whom shall be qualified by experience and
training, and one ( 1) of whom shall be a member of the public who is
not one of the foregoing. Members of the Board of Appeals shall be
appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the City Council. Each
member shall comply with applicable provisions of the Political Reform
Act of 1974, California Government Section 81000, et seq. The
Building Official shall serve as Secretary to the Board of Appeals.
(c) Eligibility. A person shall live within the City to be eligible
for appointment to the Board of Appeals.
(d) Term. Terms of initial appointment shall be a term of two (2)
years for two (2) members and four (4) years for three (3) members.
Subsequent appointments shall be for a term of four (4) years.
(e) Rules and Regulations. The Board of Appeals shall adopt
reasonable rules and regulations, subject to approval by the City
Council, for conducting its business. The Board shall render all
decisions and findings in writing with a copy to the appellant.
(f) Appeal Procedure. Any person aggrieved by a decision of the
Building Division related to any materials of construction or any
administrative provisions shall have the right to appeal the decision.
The appeal shall be filed with the Building Official within fourteen
( 14) days after the rendering of the decision affecting the aggrieved
person. Grounds for the appeal shall be set forth in writing.
The Secretary of the Board shall set the time and place for a hearing
on the appeal, and notice of the hearing shall be published in a
newspaper of general circulation and shall be given to the appellant
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by mailing it to him, postage prepaid, at his last known address, at
least ten ( 10) calendar days prior to the date set for hearing.
Any written reports to be made to the Board shall be filed with the
Secretary of the Board and shall be made available to the Board and
to the public no less than three (3) working days prior to the date
set for the hearing. Any Department Head shall have the right to be
heard on any matter coming before the Board.
The decision of the Board on the appeal shall not become final until
fourteen ( 14) days after the Board has made its determination in order
to allow time for an appeal to be made to the Council from the Board' s
decision.
Any party aggrieved by the determination of the Board shall have the
right to appeal its determination to the Council. Such appeals must
be filed with the City Clerk within fourteen ( 14) days after the Board
has made its determination.
The Council shall set appeal fees by resolution. There shall be no
charge for City-initiated appeals.
(g) Limitations of Authority. The Board of Appeals shall have no
authority relative to interpretation of the administrative provisions
of this code or the administrative provisions of the technical codes
nor shall the board be empowered to waive requirements of either this
code or the technical codes.
8-1. 105. Violations Add to Section 205:
(b)Purgose: This Section establishes procedures for enforcement of
violations of this Section. The enforcement procedures set forth are
intended to assure due process of law in the abatement or correction
of violations and sub-standard, or otherwise non-compliant conditions
subject to the jurisdiction of this Section.
(c)Enforcement Responsibility: The responsibility for the enforcement
of the provisions of this Section is assigned as follows:
1.Atascadero Police Department: It is the duty of the Atascadero
Police Department and of all officers of the City otherwise charged
by law to enforce this Section and all its provisions.
2.Compliance Official: The Community Development Department Director,
or designee of the Director, shall act as Compliance Official to
enforce this Section and all its provisions. The Compliance Official
has the following responsibilities and powers in the enforcement of
this Section:
( 1) To review with affected individuals the provisions of this
Section through initiation of administrative remedies and other
methods to achieve voluntary compliance with its provisions.
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(2) To issue citations for violations of this Section, including
those documents adopted by reference, when he determines that
voluntary compliance cannot be achieved.
(3) To initiate all necessary proceedings to forfeit bond or cash
deposits or similar guarantees.
(4) To initiate proceedings to revoke approvals or conditional
approvals granted under this Section.
(5) To initiate and conduct abatement proceedings and to carry out
additional abatement responsibilities regarding violations of
this Section.
(d)Citation: The Compliance Official may issue a citation to any
person who violates any of the provisions of this Section. Issuance
of a citation shall be pursuant to Chapter 4 of Section 1 of the
Municipal Code (Citation of Violators) . Penalties for violation are
established by Chapter 3 of Section 1 of the Municipal Code (Penalty
Provisions) .
(e)Interference Prohibited: No person shall hinder, interfere with
or impede the Compliance Official in the performance of duties
assigned by this Section or other Titles of the Municipal Code.
(f)Compliance Survey. A Compliance Survey shall be required whenever
conditions subject to the jurisdiction of this Title are determined
by the Compliance Official to be sub-standard, or otherwise not in
compliance with the provisions of this Title, either by violation of
permit requirements, or accident such as fire, vehicle accident,
deterioration, natural catastrophe, etc.
( 1) PURPOSE: the Compliance Survey process is a finding
process; the purpose is to determine the extent to which
after-the-fact, existing, non-compliant and/or illegal
conditions deviate from the requirements of this Title, and
what subsequent process(es) will best cause the conditions
to be brought into compliance.
(2) The Compliance Survey shall consist of an inspection
report, prepared by a licensed, design professional, after
inspection by that licensed, design professional. The
report should include the following:
(a) A detailed description of the current condition(s) ,
including all non-compliant conditions,
(b) A proposal (or proposals) for remedying sub-standard
or non-compliant conditions.
(c) Additional information may be required upon review of
the Compliance Survey submittal.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. When it is determined by the compliance official that
the circumstances of the non-compliant condition are of a minor nature
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and as such may be adequately addressed through the standard permit
process, the requirement for a Compliance survey may be waived by the
Compliance official.
2. when it is determined by a the Compliance official that the
circumstances of the non-compliant condition are such that they can
adequately, or more appropriately be addressed by an individual other
than a licensed, design professional.
(3) Nothing in the Compliance Survey process is intended to
replace or circumvent other requirements for permits and
approvals required by this Title.
8-1. 106. Permits Required. Section 301(a) shall be revised to read
as follows:
(a) Permits Required. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or
corporation to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move,
improve, remove, convert or demolish any building or structure,
including a swimming pool, spa or hot tub, or make any installation.,
alteration, repair, replacement, or remodel any building, service
equipment, including swimming pool, spa and hot tub equipment,
regulated by this Title, except as specified in Subsection (b) of this
Section, or cause the same to be done without first obtaining a
separate, appropriate permit for each building, structure or service
equipment from the Building Official. Grading andfor waste disposal
system permits for residential sites shall not be issued separately
from the residence permit without the specific approval of the
Building Official and City Planner.
8-1. 107. Exempted Work. The following shall be added to or omitted
from Sec. 301(b) :
l.A. and no point of the structure is over 12 feet in height.
1.E. or within two feet of the property line over 2 feet in height.
1.K. Omit.
5. Sign Permits. The following signs shall not require a sign permit.
These exemptions shall not be construed as relieving the owner of the
sign from the responsibility of its erection and maintenance, and its
compliance with the provisions of this code or any other law or
ordinance regulating the same.
A.The changing of the advertising copy or message on a painted or
printed sign only. Except for theater marquees and similar signs
specifically designed for the use of replaceable copy, electric signs
shall not be included in this exception.
B.Painting, repainting or cleaning of an advertising structure or the
changing of the advertising copy or message thereon shall not be
considered an erection or alteration which requires a sign per- mit
unless a structural change is made.
C.Signs less than six (6) feet above grade.
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6. Repairs to Swimming Pool, Spa, and Hot Tub Permits. No permit
shall be required in the case of any repair work including: The
stopping of leaks in drains, soil, waste or vent pipe, provided,
however, that should any trap; drainpipe; or soil, waste or vent pipe
be or become defective and it becomes necessary to remove and replace
the same with new material in any part or parts, the same shall be
considered as such new work and a permit shall be procured and
inspection made as herein provided. No permit shall be required for
the clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves
or fixtures, when such repairs do not involve or require the
replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes or fixtures. "
8-1. 108. Expiration Section 303(d) shall be revised to read as
follows:
(d)Every permit issued by the Administrative Authority under the
provisions of this code shall expire by limitation and become null and
void, if the building or work authorized by such permit is not
commenced within 180 days from the date of such permit, or if the work
authorized by such permit is suspended or abandoned at any time after
the work is commenced for a period of 180 days. Failure to request
and receive a recorded inspection by the Administrative Authority
within the 180 day period constitutes a condition of suspension or
abandonment. Before such abandoned or suspended work can be
recommenced, a new permit shall be first obtained to do so, and the
fee therefor shall be one half the amount required for a new permit
for such work, but no less than $30.00, provided no changes have been
made or will be made in the original plans and specifications for such
work: and provided further that such suspension or abandonment has not
exceeded one year. In order to renew action on a permit after
expiration, the permittee shall pay a new full permit fee.
A permittee holding an unexpired permit may apply for an extension of
the time within which work may commence or continue under that permit
when the permittee is unable to commence or continue work within the
time required by this section for good and satisfactory reasons. The
building official may extend the time for action by the permittee for
a period not exceeding 180 days upon written request by the permittee
showing that circumstances beyond the control of the permittee have
prevented action from being taken. Permits shall not be extended more
than once. All appeals shall be heard by the Construction Appeals
Board.
8-1.109. Fees This section replaces Section 304 (b) & (c) :
(b) Permit, Plan Check, and Other Fees. Fees for permits, plan
review, reinspection, special inspections, appeals and other
activities of this Section shall be established by resolution of the
City Council. The determination of value or valuation under any of
the provisions of this Section shall be made by the Building Official
using the latest edition of the Building Standards Magazine published
by The International Conference of Building Officials. The value to
be used in computing the building permit and building permit plan
review fees shall be the total value of all construction work for
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which the permit is issued as well as all finish work, painting,
roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, elevators,
site work, fire-extinguishing systems and any other permanent
equipment. The regional modifier shall be 1.0 .
8-1. 110. Expiration of Plan Review Section 304(d) shall be revised
to read as follows:
(d) Applications for which no permit is issued within 180 days
following date of notification of approval/ready for issuance by the
Building Division, or applications within 180 days following date of
notification of permit corrections to be picked up or returned, shall
expire by limitations. In order to renew action on an application
after expiration, the applicant shall resubmit plans and pay a new
plan review fee. No extension are allowed except by written appeal
to the Community Development Director.
8-1. 111. Roof Nailing Inspection Add to 305(e) Required Building
Inspections. :
ROOF NAILING INSPECTION: To be made after roof sheathing is nailed off
but before roof covering is applied.
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Chapter 2. Building Code
8-2. 101. Adoption of Uniform Building Code
Certain documents marked and designated as the "Uniform Building
Code", including Appendix:
Chapter 11 Agricultural Buildings,
Chapter 12 Division II Group Care facilities,
Division III Swimming Pool Barriers,
Chapter 23 Division IV Flood-Resistant Construction,
Chapter 25 Light Frame in High Wind Areas,
Chapter 29 Waterproofing and Dampproofing Foundations,
Chapter 32 Reroofing,
Chapter 35 Sound Transmission,
Chapter 38 Basement Pipe Inlets,
Chapter 49 Patio Covers,
Chapter 55 Membrane Structures,
Chapter 57 Regulations Governing Fallout Shelters,
Chapter 70 Excavation and Grading,
1991 Edition, and as the "Uniform Building Code Standards", 1991
Edition, published by the International Conference of Building
Officials, are hereby adopted for regulating the erection,
construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal,
demolition, conversion, occupancy, equipment, use, height, area and
maintenance of all buildings or structures. Each and all of the
regulations, provisions, conditions, and terms of such "Uniform
Building Code", 1991 Edition, and the "Uniform Building Code
Standards", 1991 Edition, published by the International Conference
of Building Officials, on file in the Building Division, are hereby
referred to and made a part hereof as if fully set out in this
Chapter, except as otherwise provided in this Chapter.
8-2. 102. Deletion of Certain Parts of the Uniform Building Code.
The following portions of the "Uniform Building Code", 1991 Edition
are hereby deleted:
(a) Chapter 1 (Section, Scope and General) , including Sections 101-
107
(b) Chapter 2 (Organization and Enforcement) , including Sections
201-205
(c) Chapter 3 (Permits and Inspections) , including Sections 301-307
and Table No. 3-A
8-2. 103 Roofing Materials Add to Section 3203:
Roof covering for all new residential buildings and for any re-roofing
of existing residential buildings shall be no less than Class A
rating, regardless of building type or occupancy. Any reference to
the approved use of roofing materials in residential buildings with
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less than Class A rating is hereby deleted. Exception: Roof coverings
on additions to existing wood shingle roofs amounting to no greater
than twenty-five percent (25%) of the existing roof area may be Class
B rating.
8-2. 104 Fire Sprinkler Systems Add to Section 3802:
(k)In all new buildings having a total floor area (outside walls) of
5, 000 square feet of gross area or more.
(1)In all existing buildings of less than 5,000 square feet which
undergo addition sufficient to make the total floor area greater than
51000 square feet.
(m)In all existing buildings or structures with a total gross (outside
wall) floor area exceeding 5,000 square feet which undergo any
addition or change in use.
In regards to building additions, and for the purpose of this section,
the total floor area shall be computed without regard to area
separation walls and floors of less than 4-hour fire resistive
construction as defined in the Uniform Building Code. For the purpose
of this section, the provision of utilizing an area separation wall
may only be allowed once in a particular building or structure. The
area separation wall shall have no openings.
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Chapter 3. Electrical Code
8-3. 101. Adoption of National Electrical Code. Certain documents
marked and designated as the "National Electrical Code", 1990 Edition,
published by the National Fire Protection Association, are hereby
adopted for safeguarding persons and property from hazards arising
from the use of electricity. Each and all of the regulations,
provisions, conditions, and terms of such "National Electrical Code",
1990 Edition, published by the National Fire Protection Association,
on file in the Building Division, are hereby referred to and made a
part hereof as if fully set out in this Chapter.
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Chapter 4. Plumbing Code
8-4. 101. Adoption of Uniform Plumbing Code. Certain documents marked
and designated as the "Uniform Plumbing Code", including all
appendices, 1991 Edition, published by the International Association
of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, and as "IAPMO Installation
Standards", 1991 Edition, published by the International Association
of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, are hereby adopted for
regulating the erection, installation, alteration, addition, repair,
relocation, replacement, maintenance or use of any plumbing system.
Each and all of the regulations, provisions, conditions, and terms of
such "Uniform Plumbing Code", 1991 Edition, and "IAPMO Installation
Standards", 1991 Edition, published by the International Association
of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, and the International
Association of Building Officials, on file in the Building Division
are hereby referred to and made a part hereof as if fully set out in
this Chapter, except as otherwise provided in this Chapter.
8-4. 102. Deletion of Certain Parts of the Uniform Plumbing Code.
The following portions of the "Uniform Plumbing Code, " 1991 Edition,
are hereby deleted:
(a) Part 1 (Administration) , including Sections 10. 1-10.5 and 20. 1-
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(b) Table I-1, entitled "Location of Sewage Disposal System"
(c) Section I-4 (Percolation Tests)
(d) Section I-8 (Cesspools)
(e) Table I-4, entitled "Design Criteria of 5 Typical Soils
(f) Table I-5
8-4. 103. Replace Section 1004(e) - Water Distribution - Materials
Use of Plastic Pipe in Water Systems. PB, PVC and CPVC, as well as
any other plastic pipe, shall not be used for hot and cold water
distribution systems inside structures. Any reference to the approved
use of such materials is hereby deleted.
8-4. 104. Building_Sewers. The following requirements shall apply to
building sewers and related drainage piping. Any reference to
different standards in Table 4-3 or Chapter 11 of the Uniform Plumbing
Code is hereby deleted.
(a)A11 building sewers shall be constructed with pipe of internal
diameter not less than four (4) inches, unless a pipe of internal
diameter not less than three (3) inches is approved by the
Administrative Authority.
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(b)A clean-out shall be placed in every building sewer within five (5)
of each building, at all changes in alignment or grade in excess of
twenty-two and one-half (22'h) degrees, within five (5) feet of the
junction with the public sewer, and at intervals not to exceed one
hundred ( 100) feet in straight runs. The clean-out shall be made by
inserting a "Y" fitting in the line and fitting the clean-out in the
"Y" branch in an approved manner. In the case of a clean-out near the
junction of the public sewer, the "Y" branch riser shall be extended
to a depth of not more than one (1) foot, . All other cleanouts shall
be extended to finish grade.
(c)Drainage piping serving fixtures located at an elevation of less
than one foot above the nearest upstream manhole cover in the main
sewer serving said fixtures shall drain by gravity into the main
sewer, and shall be protected from backflow of sewage by installing
an approved type backwater valve, and each such backwater valve shall
be installed only in that branch or section of the drainage system
which receives the discharge from fixtures located less than one foot
above the nearest upstream manhole cover.
8-4. 105. Private Sewage Disposal Systems. The design, installation,
operation and maintenance of private sewage disposal systems shall be
in conformance with Appendix I of the Uniform Plumbing Code and with
standards specified in this Section. Where specific standards are not
provided within this Section or where the Administrative Authority
determines that higher requirements are necessary to maintain a safe
and sanitary condition, the "Manual of Septic Tank Practice"
(published by the United States Department of Health, Education and
Welfare) , the "Design Manual - Onsite Wastewater Treatment and
Disposal Systems" (published by the United States Environmental
Protection Agency) , "Guidelines for Mound Systems" (State Water
Resources Control Board) , "Guidelines for Evapotranspiration Systems
(State Water Resources Control Board) , and the "Water Quality Control
Plan, Central Coast Basin" (adopted by the Regional Water Quality
Control Board of the Central Coast Region) shall be used as guidelines
by the Administrative Authority.
(a)Percolation Test. An on-site investigation shall be made by a
registered engineer competent in sanitary engineering in order to
determine the suitability of a particular site for a private sewage
disposal system and to providethedata necessary to design a private
sewage disposal system. A percolation test shall be required prior
to issuance of a permit for all new or enlarged private sewage
disposal systems. The following percolation test procedure shall be
used in performing percolation tests, except that other accepted test
procedures may be used when approved by the Administrative Authority.
( 1)Number and Location of Test Holes. A minimum of three
separate test holes space uniformly through and located in the
immediate vicinity of the proposed leach field site shall be
made.
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(2)Type of Test Holes. The test hole shall have horizontal
dimensions between Z--and 12 inches and vertical sides to the
depth of the absorption trench.
(3)Preparation of Test Hole. Smeared soil surfaces shall be
removed from the sides and bottom of the test hole to provide a
natural soil interface. All loose material shall be removed
from the test hole. Two inches of coarse sand or fine gravel
shall be added to the test hole to protect the bottom from
scouring and sediment.
(4)Soil Saturation and Swelling. The test hole is to be
carefully filled to a depth of one foot above the gravel or sand
with clear water which is to be kept in the hole for at least
four hours but preferably overnight. This step may be omitted
in sandy soils containing little or no clay.
(5)Measurement of Percolation Rate: The percolation rate shall
be determined twenty-four hours after water is first added to
the test holes; except, in sandy soils containing little or no
clay, the percolation rate shall be determined after the water
from one filling of the test hole has completely seeped away.
(i)If water remains in the test hole after the overnight
swelling period, adjust the depth to approximately six inches
over the gravel or sand and, from a fixed reference point,
measure the drop in water level over a thirty minute period to
calculate the percolation rate.
(ii)If no water remains in the test hole after the overnight
swelling period, add clear water to bring the depth of water in
the test hole to approximately six inches over the gravel or
sand. From a fixed reference point, measure the drop in water
level at approximately thirty minute intervals over four hours
refilling six inches over the gravel or sand as necessary. The
drop that occurs during the final thirty minute period is used
to calculate the percolation rate. The drops during prior
periods provide information for possible modification of the
test procedure to suit local conditions.
(iii)In sandy soils (or in other soils in which the first six
inches of water seeps away in less than thirty minutes after the
overnight swelling period) , the time interval between
measurements shall be taken as ten minutes and the test shall
run for one hour with the drop during the final ten minutes
being used to calculate the percolation rate.
(6)Deep Boring: A soil boring, to a minimum depth of ten ( 10)
feet below the bottom of the absorption trench, shall be made in
order to determine the presence of impermeable bedrock and/or
ground water.
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(b)General Design Standards. The following standards shall be used
in the design of new or enlarged private sewage disposal systems where
the percolation rate does not exceed 60 minutes per inch.
( 1)Determination of Size of Absorption Area. The absorption
area, measured in lineal feet of absorption trench, shall be
calculated as set forth in this Section. Tables 4-1 (Absorption
Area Requirements) and 4-2 (Standard Trench Adjustment Factors) ,
included in this Subsection, shall be referred to as necessary.
(absorption area per bedroom) X no. of bedrooms) X
(standard (width of trench, in feet) trench adjustment
factor)
(2 )Location of Private Sewage Disposal Systems: The minimum
distance between components of a private sewage disposal system
and other site features shall be as set forth in Table 4-3
(Horizontal Distance Separation) and Table 4-4 (Vertical
Distance Separation) . Where physical limitations on a site
preclude conformance with distance separation requirements, the
Administrative Authority may approve a lesser separation when
the design is prepared by a registered engineer competent in
sanitary engineering and when adequate substantiating data is
submitted with the design. The Administrative Authority shall
not approve a separation less than that set forth in the "Water
Quality Control Plan — Central Coast Region unless the
Regional Water Quality Control Board or its designated
representatives have previously approved the design.
(3)Additional Standards:
(i)Existing legal building sites which are served by an
individual on-site well may be approved for a private sewage
disposal system only if the site is one acre or larger in size.
(ii)Private sewage disposal systems proposed to be installed on
slopes of 20% or more shall be designed by and have their
installation inspected and certified by a registered civil
engineer. The design shall minimize grading disruption
associated with access for installation and maintenance. Such
systems shall be prohibited on slopes of 30% or more, unless
approved by both the Administrative Authority and the Regional
Water Quality Control Board.
(iii)When the percolation rate exceeds 30 minutes/inch, a
private sewage disposal system shall be designed, inspected, and
certified to work by a registered civil engineer.
(iv)When the percolation rate exceeds 120 minutes/inch, a
private sewage disposal system using solely dependent upon soil
absorption shall not be allowed.
(v)Private sewage disposal systems may be designed pursuant to
subsection (b) where percolation rates fall between 61 and 120
minutes per inch, inclusive. However, the required absorption
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area must be based upon an effluent application rate of no more
than 0. 1 gallons per square foot per day. When using this
method for residential systems, a minimum load rate of 125
gallons per bedroom per day shall be used.
(vi)When the percolation rate exceeds 30 minutes/inch, a private
sewage disposal system using a seepage pit shall not be allowed.
(vii)Expansion area shall be provided on all building sites,
shall be identified on all plans submitted for private sewage
disposal systems, and shall remain available for system
expansion. If areas reserved for system expansion are not
accessible for future installation, then the expansion area
shall be installed with the original system.
(viii)For all alterations, additions, and new installations of
septic systems, an 8-1/2" x 11" aluminum sublimation plaque
may be made of the as-built septic system drawing and may be
permanently mounted inside the garage or utility room so as to
be readily visible prior to final inspection. The following may
be included in a legible manner: percolation rate, number of
bedrooms, size of septic tank, dimensions of septic leach fields
with distances to structures, expansion areas, recommended
pumping intervals, spaces for recording when the tank is pumped.
A copy may be submitted to the Building Division prior to final
inspection.
(c)Special Design Standards. The following standards shall be used
in the design of new or enlarged private sewage disposal systems where
the percolation rate exceeds 60 minutes per inch. Designs for
alternate types of private sewage disposal systems shall be by
registered engineers competent in sanitary engineering and may be
approved by the Administrative Authority when the design engineer
submits adequate substantiation data with the design.
( 1)Determination of Size of Disposal Field. The size of the
disposal field shall be determined by the design engineer using
methods of accepted engineering practice including manuals and
documents specified in this Chapter.
(2)Location of Private Sewage Disposal System. The minimum
distance between components of a private sewage disposal system
and other site features shall be as set forth in Table 4-3
(Horizontal Distance Separation) and Table 4-4 (Vertical
Distance Separation) using the column entitled "Leach Field or
Seepage Bed. "
(3)Additional Standards:
(i)When private sewage disposal systems are designed pursuant to
Subsection (c) of the Section, the design engineer shall provide
the owner with information on the location, design, operation
and maintenance of the private sewage disposal system.
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(ii)Existing legal building sites which are served by an
individual on-site well may be approved for a private sewage
disposal system only if the site is one acre or larger in size.
(iii)Expansion area shall be provided on all building sites,
shall be identified on all plans submitted for private sewage
disposal systems, and shall remain available for system
expansion. If areas reserved for system expansion are not
accessible for future installation, then the expansion area
shall be installed with the original system.
(d)Replacement of Existing Private Sewage Disposal System.
Where an existing private sewage disposal system has failed, the
replacement system shall be designed in conformance with this Chapter
and shall be designed, inspected and certified to work by a registered
engineer competent in sanitary engineering. In the event that the
replacement system cannot be designed to conform with this Chapter,
the Administrative Authority may approve a system designed to lesser
standards when it is designed, inspected, and certified to work by a
registered engineer competent in sanitary engineering.
( 1)A private sewage disposal system shall not be replaced by
another system if sewers are available.
(2)The Administrative Authority shall not approve a replacement
system which does not conform with prohibitions set forth in the
"Water Quality Control Plan - Central Coast Basin" unless the
Regional Water Quality Control Board or its designated
representatives has previously approved the design. The
Administrative Authority may authorize a temporary means of
sewage disposal pending such approval.
TABLE 4-1. Absorption Area Requirements.
Percolation Rate Absorption Area Per Bedroom
(Minutes/Inch) (Square Feet)
0 - 9 150
10 165
11-15 190
16-20 215
21-25 230
26-34 250
31-35 270
36-40 285
41-45 300
46-50 315
51-60 330
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TABLE 4-2. Standard Trench Adjustment Factor
Depth of Gravel Trench Width (in inches)
Below Pipe
(in Inches) 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60
12 .75 .78 .80 .82 .83 .85 .86 . 87 .87
18 .60 .64 .66 .69 .71 .73 .75 .77 .78
24 .50 .54 .57 .60 .62 .64 .66 .68 .70
30 .43 .47 .50 .53 .55 .58 .60 .62 .64
36 .37 .41 .44 .47 .50 .52 .54 .56 .58
42 .33 .37 .40 .43 .45 .48 .50 .52 .54
48 .30 .33 .36 .39 .42 .44 .46 .48 .50
note 1. For trenches not shown in Table 4-2, the standard trench
adjustment factor may be computed as follows:
W + 2
W + 1 + 2D
Where W = width of trench (in feet)
D = depth of gravel below pipe (in feet)
TABLE 4-3. Horizontal Distance Separation (in feet)
Building septic Leach Field seepage
Sewer Tank or seepage Bed Pit
Buildings or structures, 2 5 8(1) 8(1)
including porches,
steps, breezeways,
patios, and carports
whether covered or not
Property Line cl?1r(2) 5 5 10
Water supply Well 50 3 50 100 150
Streams, when shown 50 50 100 100
7h minute USGS Map and
when a defined channel
with definite bed and
banks exists
Swales, ephemeral draws, 50 50 50 50
or other natural water-
courses with drainage
areas larger than. 10
acres
Trees * 10* * 10*
Seepage Pits - 5 5 12
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Leach Field or -- 5 6 5
Seepage Bed
On-site domestic 1(4) 5 5 5
water service line
Distribution BOX -- -- 5 5
Pressure Public water 10(5) 10 10 10
Main
Sloping ground, cuts, -- -- 15(6) 15(6)
or other embankments
Reservoirs, including 200 200 200(7) 20
ponds, lakes, tanks,
basins, etc. for storage,
regulation and control of
water, recreation, power,
flood control or drinking
springs 100 100 100 100
Notes
(1) Distance separation shall be increased to twenty (20) feet when building or structure is located on a
downward slope below a leach field, seepage bed or seepage pit.
(2) See Section 315(c) of Uniform Plumbing Code.
(3) Distance separation may be reduced to twenty-five (25) feet when the drainage piping is constructed of
materials approved for use within a building.
(4) See Section 1108 of Uniform Plumbing Code.
(5) For parallel construction or crossings, approval by the Health Department shall be required.
(6) Distance is measured as horizontal distance to daylight. This distance may be reduced where it is
demonstrated that favorable geologic conditions and soil permeability exist based on a report and analysis
prepared by a licensed geologist or soils engineer.
(7) Distance is measured at spillway elevation.
* See Tree protection guidelines.
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TABLE 4-4. vertical Distance Separation (in feet)'
Leach Field or Seepage
Seepage bed Pit
Ground water 5 10
Bedrock 10 4
1. Distance is measured from bottom of trench or pit.
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Chapter 5. Mechanical Code
8-5. 101. Adoption of Uniform Mechanical Code. Certain documents
marked and designated as the "Uniform Mechanical Code", including all
appendices, 1991 Edition, published by the International Association
of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, are hereby adopted for
regulating and controlling the design, construction, installation,
quality of materials, location, operation and maintenance or use of
heating, ventilating, cooling, refrigeration systems, incinerators and
other miscellaneous heat-producing appliances. Each and all of the
regulation, provisions, conditions and terms of such "Uniform
Mechanical Code", 1991 Edition, published by the International
Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials and the International
Conference of Building Officials, on file in the Building Division,
are hereby referred to and made a part hereof, as if fully set out in
this Chapter, except as otherwise provided in this Chapter.
8-5. 102. Deletion of Certain Parts of the Uniform Mechanical Code.
The following portions of the "Uniform Mechanical Code, " 1991 Edition,
are hereby deleted:
(a) Chapter 1 (Section, Scope and General) , including Sections 101-
107
(b) Chapter 2 (Organization and Enforcement) , including Sections
201-204
(c) Chapter 3 (Permits and Inspections) , including Sections 301-306
and Table No. 3-A
8-5. 103. Installation of Liquefied Petroleum Gas-burning Appliances.
The following shall be added to the last paragraph of Section 504
(Installation) :
. . . . "When appliances so fueled are located in underfloor or attic
areas, provision shall be made to drain the appliance to the outside
of the building. LPG lines are prohibited under concrete slabs.
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Chapter 6. Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code
8-6. 101. Adoption of Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code.
Certain documents marked and designated as the "Uniform Swimming Pool,
Spa and Hot Tub Code", 1991 Edition, published by the International
Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, are hereby adopted
for regulating the erection, installation, alteration, addition,
repair, relocation, replacement, maintenance or use of any swimming
pool, spa or hot tub plumbing system. Each and all of the
regulations, provisions, conditions, and terms of such "Uniform
Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code", 1991 Edition, published by the
International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, on
file in the Building Division, are hereby referred to and made a part
hereof as if fully set out in this Chapter.
8-6. 102. Deletion of Certain Parts of the Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa
and Hot Tub Code. The following portions of the "Uniform Swimming
Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code", 1991 Edition, are hereby deleted:
(a) Part 1 (Administration) including Section 1.0-1.9 and 1.11-1. 18
8-6. 103. Swimming Pool Defined. The definition of a swimming pool
in Section 102 of the "Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code",
1991 Edition, shall be revised to read as follows:
"Swimming Pool Any constructed or prefabricated pool used for
swimming or bathing. "
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Chapter 7. Sign Code
8-7. 101. Adovtion of Uniform Sign Code. Certain documents marked and
designated as the "Uniform Sign Code, " 1991 Edition, published by the
International Conference of Building Officials, are hereby adopted for
regulating the design, quality of materials, construction, location,
electrification, and maintenance of all signs an sign structures.
Each and all of the regulations, provisions, conditions and terms of
such "Uniform Sign Code", 1991 Edition, published by the International
Conference of Building Officials, on file in the Building Division,
are hereby referred to and made apart hereof as if fully set out in
this Chapter, except as otherwise provided in this Chapter.
8-7. 102. Deletion of Certain Parts of the Uniform Sign Code. The
following portions of the "Uniform Sign Code", 1991 Edition, are
hereby deleted:
(a) Chapter 1 (Section, Scope and Enforcement) , including Sections
101-103
(b) Chapter 3 (Permits, Fees and Inspections) , including Sections
301-306
(c) Section 1401 (Temporary Signs - General)
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Chapter 8. Fire Code
8-8. 101. Adoption of Uniform Fire Code. Certain documents marked and
designated as the "Uniform Fire Code", 1991 Edition, including
Appendix Chapters:
I-A (Life Safety Requirements for Existing Buildings other than high
rise) ,
I-C (Stairway Identification) ,
II-A (Suppression and Control of Hazardous Fire Areas) ,
II-B (Protection of Flammable or Combustible Liquids in Tanks in
Locations Subject to Flooding) ,
II-D (Rifle Ranges) ,
III-A (Fire-Flow Requirements for Buildings) ,
III-B (Fire Hydrant Location and Distribution) ,
III-C (Testing Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe Sytems) ,
III-D (Basement Pipe Inlets) ,
IV-A (Interior Floor Finish) ,
V-A (Nationally Recognized Standards of Good Practice) ,
VI-A (Hazardous Materials Classifications) ,
and the "Uniform Fire Code Standards", 1991 Edition, are hereby
adopted for the Opurpose of prescribing regulations governing
conditions hazardous to life and property from fire or explosion.
Each and all of the regulations, provisions, conditions, and terms of
such "Uniform Fire Code", 1991 Edition, and the "Uniform Fire Code
Standards", 1991 Edition, published by the Western Fire Chiefs
Association and the International Conference of Building Officials,
on file in the Building Division are hereby referred to and made a
part hereof as if fully set out in this Chapter, except as otherwise
provided in this Chapter.
8-8. 102. Deletion of Certain Parts of the Uniform Fire Code. The
following portions of the "Uniform Fire Code", , 1991 Edition, are
hereby deleted:
(a) Section 2.303 (Board of Appeals)
8-8. 103. Board of Appeals. In order to provide for interpretation
of the provisions of the Chapter and to hear approvals provided for
hereunder, the Board of Appeals established pursuant to Section 8-
1. 104
1. 104 shall govern. Procedures specified by Section 8-1. 104 (e) shall
be followed.
8-8. 104. Alarm Signal Defined. The definition of an alarm signal in
Article 14, Section 14.102, shall be revised as follows:
Alarm Signal is an audible or visual signal, or both, indicating the
existing of an emergency fire condition. Audible devices may be
bells, horns, chimes, speakers or similar devices but no audible alarm
shall conflict with the response of emergency vehicles or civil
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defense systems. Under no circumstances shall sirens of wail, yelp
or hi-10 sounding be used. All devices shall be approved by the
Police and Fire Chiefs.
8-8. 105. Establishment of Limits of Districts in Which Storage of
Flammable or Combustible Liquids in Outside Aboveground Tanks is
Prohibited. The limits referred to in Section 79.501 of the Uniform
Fire Code in which the storage of flammable or combustible liquids is
prohibited are hereby established as the City Limits of the City of
Atascadero. This section shall not apply to storage of flammable or
combustible liquids in aboveground vaults as approved by the Fire
Department.
8-8. 106. Establishment of Limits of Districts in Which Storage of
Explosives and Blasting Agents is Prohibited. The limits referred to
in Section 77. 107(a) of the Uniform Fire Code, in which storage of
explosives and blasting agents is prohibited, are hereby established
as the City Limits of the City of Atascadero.
8-8. 107. Automatic Fire Extinguishing Systems. Section 10.507(a)
shall be revised to read as follows:
Section 10.507(a)General. An automatic fire extinguishing system
shall be installed:
1. In all new buildings or structures having a total floor area
(outside walls) of 5,000 square feet of gross area or more.
2. In all existing buildings of less than 5,000 square feet which
undergo addition sufficient to make the total greater than 5,000
square feet.
3. In all existing buildings or structures with a total floor area
(outside walls) exceeding 5,000 square feet which undergo any
addition or change in use.
4. In the occupancies and locations as set forth in this section.
In regards to building additions and for purpose of this section, the
total floor area shall be computed without regard to area separation
walls and floors of less than 4-hour fire resistive construction as
defined in the Uniform Building Code. For the purpose of this
section, the provision of utilizing an area separation wall may only
be allowed once in a particular building or structure. The area
separation wall shall have no openings.
For provisions on special hazards and hazardous materials, see
Sections 10.501 and 45.209 and Articles 45, 48, 49, and 80.
8-8. 108. Fire Apparatus Access Roads - Turning Radius. Section
10.204(c) shall be revised to read as follows: Section 10.204(c)
Turning Radius. The turning radius of a fire apparatus access road
shall be at least 28 feet inside radius and 48 feet outside radius.
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8-8. 109. Fire Apparatus Access Roads - Grade. Section 10.204(f)
shall be revised to read as follows: Section 10.204(f) Grade. The
Gradient for a fire apparatus access road shall not exceed 20% at any
point along its length.
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Chapter 9. Housing Code
8-9. 101. Adoption of Uniform Housing Code. Certain documents marked
and designated as the "Uniform Housing Code", 1991 Edition, published
by the International Conference of Building Officials, are hereby
adopted for regulating the use and occupancy, location and maintenance
of residential buildings and structures. Each and all of the
regulations, provisions, conditions and terms of such "Uniform Housing
Code", 1991 Edition, published by the International Conference of
Building Officials, on file in the Building Division, are hereby
referred to and made a part hereof as if fully set out in this
Chapter, except as otherwiseprovidedin this Chapter.
8-9. 102. Deletion of Certain Parts of the Uniform Housing Code. The
following portions of the "Uniform Housing Code", 1991 Edition, are
hereby deleted:
(a) Section 203 (Housing Advisory and Appeals Board)
8-9. 103. References to Building Official. References made in the
"Uniform Housing Code", 1991 Edition, to building official may be
replaced with compliance official.
8-9.104. Appeals Board. _ In order to provide for interpretation of
the provisions of this Chapter and to hear appeals provided for
hereunder, the Board of Appeals established pursuant to Section 8-
1. 103 shall govern. References to the Housing Advisory and Appeals
Board in the Uniform Housing Code shall mean the Board of Appeals
established pursuant to Section 8-1. 104. Procedures specified by
Section 8-1.104(c) shall be followed except where additional
procedures are required by this Chapter.
8-9. 105. Time Limits for Appeals. The following portions of the
"Uniform Housing Code", 1991 Edition, are modified as specified:
(a) Section 1101(b) (5) is amended to change the appeal time from 1130
days" to "14 days. "
(b) The last paragraph of Section 1201(a) is amended to read as
follows:
"The appeal shall be filed within 14 days from the date of
service of such notice or action of the Compliance Official. "
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EXHIBIT "A
TITLE 8 BUILDING REGULATIONS
Chapter 10. Dangerous Buildings Code
8-10. 101. Adoption of Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous
Buildings. Certain documents marked and designated as the "Uniform
Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings", 1991 Edition,
published by the International Conference of Building Officials, are
hereby adopted for regulating the repair, vacation or demolition of
buildings or structures which may endanger the life, limb, health,
morals, property, safety or welfare of the general public or their
occupants. Each and all of the regulations, provisions, conditions
and terms of such "Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous
Buildings", 1991 Edition, published by the International Conference
of Building Officials, on file in the Building Division, are hereby
referred to and made a part hereof as if fully set out in this
Chapter.
8-9.102. References to Building Official. References made in the
"Uniform Housing Code", 1991 Edition, to building official may be
replaced with compliance official.
8-10. 103. Deletion of Certain Parts of the Uniform Code for the
Abatement of Dangerous Buildings. The following portions of the
"Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings", 1991 Edition,
are hereby deleted:
(a)Section 205 (Appeals Board)
8-10.105. Appeals Board. In order to provide for interpretation of
the provisions of this Chapter and to hear appeals provided for
hereunder, the Board of Appeals established pursuant to Section 8-
1. 104 shall govern. Procedures specified by Section 8-1. 103(c) shall
be followed except where additional procedures are required by this
Chapter.
8-10. 106. Time Limit for Appeals. The following portions of the
"Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings", 1991 Edition,
are modified as specified:
(a) Section 401(b) (5) is amended to change the appeal time from "30
days" to "14 days. '.
(b) The last paragraph of Section 501(x) is amended to read as
follows:
"The appeal shall be filed within 14 days from the date of
service of such notice or action of the Compliance Official. "
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EXHIBIT "A"
TITLE 8 BUILDING REGULATIONS
Chapter 11. Building Conservation Code
8-11. 101. Adoption of Uniform Code for Building Conservation
Certain documents marked and designated as the "Uniform Code for
Building Conservation", including all appendices, 1991 edition
published by the International Conference of Building Officials are
hereby adopted to establish life-safety requirements for all existing
buildings that undergo alteration or a change in use. Its' provisions
offer alternative methods of achieving safety so that the inventory
of existing buildings can be preserved. Each and all of the
regulations, provisions, conditions, and terms of such "Uniform Code
for Building Conservation", 1991 edition, published by the
International Conference of Building Officials, on file in the
Building Division, are hereby referred to and made a part hereof as
if fully set out in this Chapter, except as otherwise provided in this
Chapter.
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