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That the City Council conduct a public hearing and waive further reading to adopt
Ordinance No. 1634, amending the appropriate chapters of Title 9 of the
Municipal Code by repealing references to the prior and soon to be obsolete
editions of the model codes and adoption of the 2013 California Building
Standards Code with local amendments.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS:
At the November 12, 2013 City Council meeting, the City Council introduced
Ordinance No. 1634. It is now appropriate to adopt the subject ordinance.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:
There is no environmental impact related to this item.
LEGAL ANALYSIS:
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved as to form.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no financial impact related to this item.
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A. Ordinance No. 1634
B. Ordinance Attachment A, Findings
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ORDINANCE NUMBER 1634
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH ADOPTING THE
2013 CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE AND
APPENDICES, AND RELATED MODEL AND UNIFORM CODES,
TOGETHER WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS AND DELETIONS,
AND AMENDING TITLE 9 OF THE SEAL BEACH MUNICIPAL
CODE
THE CITY COUNCIL OfTHE CITY OF SEAL BEACH, CALIFORNIA,
DOES ORDAIN ASFOLLOWS:
Section i. Findings,
A. California law requires that on January 1,2O14, all portions of the 2813
Building Standards Code will be effective within the City: and.
B. Pursuant to Sections 17922, 17058. 17858.5 and 17058.7 of the
California Health and Safety Code, the City may amend the provisions of
the Building Standards Code which are reasonably necessary to protect
the heo|Uh, welfare and safety of the citizens of Seal Beach because of
"local climatic, geological, ur topographical oondiUnnn.^
C. The City of Seal Beach is located ina densely populated coastal area in
the northwest portion of Orange that is more prone to high windm,
eorthquakeu, and fire, more difficult for firefighters to access than many
other areas inCalifornia.
D. The Building Official has recommended modifying California Building
Standards Code due bo local conditions in the City of Seal Beach.
E. The findings supporting the necessity for the amendments to building
standards herein are contained in Attachment A to this ordinance in
accordance with California Health and Safety Code Section 18041.5.and
are incorporated by reference herein.
F. |n accordance with Section 15U01(b)(3)of Title 14of the California Code
of Regu|abons, the adoption of local amendments to the California
Building Standards Code, and amending the Seal Beach Municipal Code,
are exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality
Section 2. Administrative Provisions Adopted.
For the purpose of prescribing administrative provisions for construction
codes used for the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair,
improving, removal, conversion, demolition, occupancy, relocation of buildings
and structures, and appurtenances connected or attached to buildings and
structures, the administrative provisions set forth in this Chapter and Section,
are hereby adopted. Where the California Code of Regulations and/or State
Building Standards Code differ from any sections of the provisions, State
regulations shall prevail.
One (1) copy ofthe administrative provisions adopted herein are on 0e in
the office of the building official pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section
18Q42(d)(1) and are made available for public inspection.
Notwithstanding the provisions of the above-referenced administrative
pnoviuions, all fees for services provided pursuant to the administrative
provisions shall not take effect until a resolution for such fees is adopted by the
City Council pursuant hx California Government Code Section G8OOO.et seq..
Section 3. Title 0of the City cf Seal Beach Municipal Code is amended an
follows:
Sections 9,60.005 through 9.60.115 of Chapter 9.60 of Title 9 of the Seal Beach
Municipal Code are hereby deleted in their entirety. Sections 9.60.120, 9.60.125,
9.60.130, 9.60.135 and 9.60.140 of Chapter 9.60 of Title 9 of the Seal Beach
Ordinance Number 1G34
Municipal Code are hereby renumbered as Sections Q.6O14O.8f01BlQ.60]0O.
9.0017O and 9.8O180.respectively,
New Section Q8O.0O5i hereby added hx Chapter Q.O0uf Title 0uf the Seal Beach
Municipal Code hu read aofollows:
§S'60.o05 Technical Code Adoption and Administrative Provisions.
Q.SODO5.O1O Adoption of specific Codes - Copies nnfile.
B.0O.O85.O2O Definition ofterms.
Q.8ODO5.D3O Resolution of conflicts inapplication.
O.60.005.O4O Administrative provisions.
§ 9.60.005.010 Adoption of specific Codes—Copies on file.
(a) Except oa otherwise provided in this chapter, the following Codes are adopted
by reference and include:
1. The 2O13 California Building Code including Appendix F.| and J;
2. The 2013 California Residential Code including Appendix H;
3. The 2U13 California Electrical Code;
4. The 2O13 California Mechanical Code;
5. The 2O13 California Plumbing Code including Appendix A and |;
8. The 2O13 California Energy Code;
7. The 2O13 California Historical Building Code;
8. The 2O13 California Existing Building Code;
Q. The 2O13 California Green Building Standards Code;
10. The 2013 California Referenced Standards Code;
11. The 2O12 International Pool and Spa Code;
12. The 2D13 California Fire Code including Appendix B.66.B and CC;
13. The 1QQ7 Abatement of Dangerous Buildings Code,
The foregoing Codes including all indices and amendments herein, are hereby
adopted and made a part of this chapter osif fully set out herein.
(b) Copies of Codes Available. |n accordance with, Health and Safety Code
§ 18942(d), one copy of said Codes will remain on file in the office of the City Clerk.
§ 9'WM'0R5.02O Definition mfterms.
Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in the 2013 California
Codes; including all indices and amendments, orin the Seal Beach Municipal
Code, such names ur terms will bo deemed and constructed to have the name
ascribed Uoiiin this section, nufollows:
A. "Building and Safety Division" means the Building Division, Community
Services Department nf the City nf Seal Beach;
8. "Health office" means the Orange County Department uf health services,
§ 9.80.805.030 Resolution mf conflicts |mapplication.
In the event of any conflict or ambiguity between any provision contained in the
Codes adopted in §D.60.005.D1D and any amendment or addition thereto
contained in this title, the amendment nr addition thereto will control,
§8.GO.0u6.040 Administrative provisions.
Chapter i
ADMINISTRAnVE PROVISIONS
Section 101 General
Section 102Applicability
Section 1O3 Building and Safety
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Section 1O4 Duties and Powers nf Building Official
Section 105Permits
Section 106 Construction Documents
Section 107 Temporary Structures and Uses
Section 108Fees
Section 10SInspections
Section 11U Certificate ofOccupancy
Section 111 Service Utilities
Section 112 Board ofAppeals
Section 113 Violations and Penalties
Section 114 Stop Work Order
Section 115 Unsafe Structures and Buildings
SECTION 101GENERAL
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Administrative Provisions of
the codes comprising the California Building Standards Code of the State of
California, hereinafter referred to an "the code(m).^
101.2 Scope. The provisions of the codes shall apply to the onnstruoUon,
e!hanmbon, movement, enlargement, mp|ocement, rapuir, equipment, used and
occupancy, |noeUon, moinV*nance, removal and demolition of every building or
structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or
structures.
101.2.1 Appendices. Provisions in the appendices of the nodea, ahe|| not apply
unless specifically adopted.
101.3 Intent. The purpose of the codes is to establish the minimum requirements
8m safeguard the public hea|th, safety and general welfare through structural
atnongtb, means of egnuon tmui||dem, stubiUty, sanitation, adequate light and
venU!oUnn, energy conservation, and aah*k/ to life and property from fire and
other hazards attributed to the built environment and to provide safety to
firefighters and emergency responders during emergency operations.
101.4 Referenced codes. Codes listed in Sections 101.4.1 through 101.4.12
and referenced elsewhere in the codes shall be considered part ofthe require-
ments of the codes bo the prescribed extent of each such reference.
101.4.1 Building Code. The provisions of the California Building Code as
adopted in Section 9.80.005.010 aheU apply tnall buildings and structures other
than those meeting the scoping limitations contained in the California Residential
Code.
101.4.2 Residential Code. The provisions of the _California Residential Code as
adopted in Section 9.60.005.010 shall apply to detached one and two family
dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (kownhnmen) not more than \hnaa
stories above grade plane in height with a separate means of egress and their
accessory structures.
101'4.3 Electrical Code. The provisions of the California Electrical Code as
adopted in Section 0.00.005.010 shall apply to the installation of a|ecthou|
yyatems, including e|keraUono, repaim, nep|ooemont, equipment, appliances,
fixtures, fittings and appurtenances thereto.
101.4.4 Mechanical Code. The provisions of the California K4eohanica! Code as
adopted in Section 9.80.005.010 shall apply (uthe installation, o|tennOons, napmim
and replacement of roeidan8o| and commercial mechanical and gas sysbams,
including equipment, appliances, fixtuem. fittings and for eppurtananoeu,
including ventilating, heating, cooling, air-conditioning and refrigeration systems,
incinerators and other energy-related systems. Where there is a conflict between
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the California Mechanical and Plumbing Coday, as related to chapters for gas or
fuel, the provisions provided in the Plumbing Code shall prevail.
101.4.5 Plumbing Code. The provisions of the California Plumbing Code as
adopted in Section Q.8O.0OGD1D shall apply ho the installation, a!tenabon, nepoir,
replacement ofplumbing systems and gas delivery systems, including oquipment,
appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances, and where connected to a water
or sewage system and all aspects ofa medical gas system, The provisions ofthe
California Plumbing Code shall apply to private sewage disposal myshama.
101.4.6 Energy Code. The provisions nf the California Energy Code, asadopted
in Section 9.60.005.010 shall apply to all matters governing the design and
construction of buildings for energy efficiency.
101.4.7 Historical Building Code. The provisions of the California Historical
Building Code as adopted in Section A.60.U0G.O1Oshall apply to the alteration
and repair ofhistorical buildings,
101.4'8 Existing Building Code. The provisions of the California Existing
Building Coda as adopted in Section 9.60.005.010 shall apply to maintenance of
existing buildings.
101.4.9 Green Building Standards Code. The mandatory provisions of the
California Green Building Standards {}ndm as adopted in Section 0.80,005.010
shall apply Vo all new buildings and structures.
101'4-10 Referenced Standards Code. The provisions of the California
Referenced Standards Code oaadopted in Section 9.60.005.010 shall apply to
all new buildings and structures.
181,4,11 Pool and Spa Code- The mandatory provisions of the International
Pool and Spa Code as adopted in Section 9.60.005.010 shall apply to all pool
and spas.
101'4.12 Fire Code. The mandatory provisions of the California Fire Code aa
adopted inSection Q.80.005.U1U shall apply ioall new and existing buildings,
structures and premises,
SECTION 102 APPLICABILITY
102.1 General. Where, in any specific case, different sections of the codes
specify different moVoria|m, methods of construction or other raquinaman\s, the
most restrictive shall govern. VVhena there is a conflict between a general
requirement and o specific naquiramen1, the specific requirement shall be
applicable.
102.2 Other laws. The provisions of the codes shall not be deemed to nullify any
provisions of local, state or federal law.
102.3 Application of references. References to chapter or section numbers, or
to provisions not specifically identified by number shall be construed to refer to
such chapter, section or provision of the codes.
102.4 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced
in the codes nhoU be considered part ofthe requirements of the codes to the
prescribed extent of each such reference. Where differences occur between
provisions of the codes and nshamanoad codes and otandmrds, the provisions of
the codes shall apply.
102.5 Partial invalidity. In the event that any part or provision of the codes in
held to be illegal or void` this uhe|| not have the effect of making void or iUoQm|
any of the other parts orprovisions.
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1¢2.6 Existing structures. The legal occupancy of any structure existing on the
date of adoption of the codes shall be permitted to continue without change,
except as is specifically covered in the codes or as is deemed necessary by the
Building Official for the general safety and welfare of the occupants and the
public.
SECTION 103 BUILDING AND SAFETY
1011 Creation mf enforcement agency. The Building and Safety Division is
hereby created and the official in charge thereof shall be known as the Building
Official.
103.2 Appointment. The Building Official shall be appointed by the authorized
representative of the authority having jurisdiction.
103.3 Deputies. In accordance with the prescribed procedures of this jurisdiction
and with the concurrence of the appointing authority, the Building Official shall
have the authority to appoint a deputy Building Official, the related technical
officers, inspectors, plan examiners and other agents. Such appointed agents
shall have powers on delegated by the Building Official.
SECTION iO4 DUTIES AND POWERS OF BUILDING OFFICIAL
104'1 General. The Building Official iu hereby authorized and dinaoh*d to enforce
the provisions of the codes. The Building Official shall have the authority to
render interpretations of the codes and to adopt policies and procedures in order
to clarify the application of its provisions. Such interpretations, policies and
procedures shall be in compliance with the intent and purpose of the codes. Such
policies and procedures shall not have the effect of waiving requirements
specifically provided for in the codes.
104.2 Applications and permits. The Building Official shall receive applications,
review construction documents and issue permits for the erection, and alteration,
demolition and moving of buildings and structures, grading, inspect the premises
for which such ponni!o have been issued and enforce compliance with the
provisions of the codes.
104.3 Notices and orders. The Building Official shall issue all necessary notices
or orders to ensure compliance with the codes.
104.4 Inspections. The Building Official shall make all of the required
|nnpenUona, or the Building Official shall have the authority k» accept reports cf
inspection byapproved agencies or individuals. Reports of such inspections shall
be in writing and be certified by a responsible officer of such approved agency or
by the responsible individual, The Building Offioie| is authorized to engage such
expert opinion as deemed necessary to report upon unusual technical issues that
arise, subject k/ the approval of the appointing authority,
1¢4.5 Identification' The Building Official and appointees shall carry proper
identification when inspecting structures or premises in the performance of duties
under the codes.
104.6 Right of entry. Where |tie necessary to make an inspection to enforce the
provisions of the codes or where the Building [)fOcio| has naomunab|e cause to
believe that there exists in n structure or upon a premises a condition which is
contrary to or in violation of the codes which makes the structure or premises
unuafe, dangerous or hazardous, the Building Official is authorized to enter the
structure or premises at reasonable times to inspect mrb/ perform the duties
imposed by the codes, provided that ifsuch structure orpremises be occupied
that credentials be presented to the occupant and entry requested. If such
structure or premises is unoccupied, the Building Official shall first make a
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reasonable effort to locate the owner ur other person having charge m control of
the structure or premises and request entry. If entry is refused, the Building
Official shall have recourse hu the remedies provided by law ho secure entry.
104.7 Department records. The Building Official ohe|| keep official records of
upp}inodnno received, permits and certificates issued, fees collected, reports of
inspections, and notices and orders issued, Such records shall be retained in the
official records for the period required for retention of public records.
104.8 Liability. The Building Offioio|, member of the board of appeals or
employee charged with the enforcement of the codes, while acting for the
jurisdiction in good faith and without malice in the discharge of the duties
required by the codes orother pertinent law or ordinonoe, shall not thereby be
rendered |iob|a personally and 1u hereby relieved from personal liability for any
damage accruing k/ persons or property ano result of any act orby reason ofan
ad or omission in the discharge of official duties. Any suit instituted against an
officer or employee because of on act performed by that officer or employee in
the lawful discharge of duties and under the provisions of the codes shall be
defended by legal representative of the jurisdiction until the final termination of
the proceedings. The Building Official or any subordinate uhoU not be liable for
cost in any acUon, suit or proceeding that is instituted in pursuance of the
provisions of the codes,
104.9 Approved materials and equipment. Mateha|u, equipment and devices
approved by the Building Official shall be constructed and installed in accordance
with such approval.
104.9.1 Used materials and equipment. The use of used materials which meet
the requirements of the codes for new materials in permitted. Used equipment
and devices shall not ba reused unless approved by the Building Official.
104.10 MNedADcmtimms, Wherever there are pmnhon| dif5ou|Uoo involved in
carrying out the provisions of the nodaa. the Building Official shall have the
authority to grant modifications for individual cmsea, upon application of the
owner or owner's representative, provided the Building Official shall first find that
npedo| individual reason makes the strict letter of the codes impractical and the
modification is in compliance with the intent and purpose of the codes and that
such modification does not lessen health, accessibility, life and fire safety, or
structural requirements. The details of action granting modifications shall he
recorded and entered in the files of the Department Vf Building Safety.
184.11 Alternative rmateria|s, design and methods of construction and
equipment. The provisions of the codes are not intended to prevent the
installation of any material or to prohibit any design or method of construction not
specifically prescribed by the codes, provided that any such alternative has been
approved. An alternative motorie|, design or method of construction shall be
approved where the Building Official finds that the proposed design is
satisfactory and complies with the intent of the provisions of the oodas, and that
the mabario|, method or work offered ia, for the purpose intended, at least the
equivalent nfthat prescribed in the nudaa in qua|ih/, strength, afhanUvemeos. fire
naoishanne, durability and safety.
104.11.1 Evaluation reports. Supporting date, where necessary to assist in the
approval of materials orassemblies not specifically provided for in the codas,
shall consist uf valid evaluation reports from approved sources.
104.11.2 Tests. Whenever there is insufficient evidence of compliance with the
provisions of the oodas. or evidence that e material or method does not conform
to the requirements of the codes, or in order to substantiate claims for alternative
materials or methods, the Building Official shall have the authority 1n require tests
as evidence of compliance bo be made atnoexpense hu the jurisdiction. Teat
methods shall beeo specified in the codes orby other nycognizedkeoistandorda.
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In the absence ofrecognized and accepted test methods, the Building Official
shall approve the hasMnQ procedures. Tests shall be performed by an approved
agency. Reports of such tests shall be retained by the Building Official for the
period required for retention of public records.
SECTION 105 PERMITS
105.1 Required. Any owner or authorized agent who intends to constuunt,
an|orge, o|her, rapm|r, movo, demo|iah, or change the occupancy of building or
m(mcdunu. grading on private propady, or to enact, instaU, aniaqJe, a|Ler, napmir,
nemove, convert orreplace any e|aotriou|, gas, mechanical or plumbing system.
the installation of which is regulated by the codea, or to cause any such work to
be done, shall hcat make application to the Building Official and obtain the
required panniL
Work performed without ponnh constitutes a violation and is subject to Section
113 of this Chapter. Upon determination by the Building OMicie|, work performed
without permit may constitute an unsafe structure orbuilding.
Incidental structures or improvements of minor nature may ba exempt from the
city permit process upon the determination of the Building Official. In place of
permits and inspections the Building Official may utilize alternate means, such as
certifications, imaging nr programs ha track and verify compliance.
105.1.1 Time based permit. In lieu of an individual permit for each alteration to
an already approved e|eothom|, gan, mechanical or plumbing installation, the
Building Official is authorized to issue a permit, valid for a specific time period not
exceeding one year, upon application therefore to any person, firm or corporation
regularly employing one or more qualified trade persons in the building, structure
uron the premises owned nr operated by the applicant for the permit.
The Building Othda| may detail the scope, parameters and conditions of this
permit. The permit may be revoked when i1iodetermined by the Building Official
that the outlined scope, poromahero, conditions or intent of the codes is not
upheld by the parm1#ee. The Building Official shall have eoceoo to such records
at all times and such records shall be filed with the Building Official as designated.
105.2 Work exempt from permit. Exemptions from permit requirements of the
codes shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any
manner in violation of the provisions of the codes. State |aws, ordinanoes, or
established policies of this jurisdiction. Except when otherwise subject to City
review and approval or when otherwise required by 8baho or local laws,
regulations or standards, permits shall not be required for the following.
Building:
1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds,
playhouses and similar uoao, provided the floor area dnaa not exceed 120
square feet and conforming to the Zoning Code.
2. Masonry walls or fences not over 4 feet high and other walls or fences not
over 6 feet high. Walls supporting a surcharge or impounding Class |'||orIII
A liquids are not exempt from permit.
3. Retaining walls that are not over 4 feet in height measured from the bottom
nf the footing tn the top o/ the wall
4. Oil derricks.
Ei Water tanks supported directly on grade if the capacity does not exceed
5,000 gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed 2:1.
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6. Sidewalks and driveways that are not more than 30 inches above adjacent
grade, not over any basement or story below, not part ofon accessible route
and not part nfn commercial site.
7. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeUnQ, oabinets, counter tops and similar
finish work.
8. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery.
8. Prefabricated swimming pools 000aonory to o Group R-3 occupancy that
are less than 18 inches deep, do not exceed 5.OU8 gallons and are installed
entirely above ground.
10. Shade dckh structures onnmbuotad for nursery oragricultural purposes,
not including service systems.
11. Swings and other playground equipment accessory ho detached one-and
two-family dwellings.
12. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall that do not project more
than 54 inches from the exterior wall and do not require additional support cJ
Group R-3 and Uoccupancies.
13. Non-fixed and movable fixtures, ooaeo, rankm, counters and partitions not
over 5 feet 8 inches inheight.
14. Wood decks not over 30 inches above surrounding grade or finishes, not
attached 0oa structure, or serving any part of the means ofegress.
Electrical:
1. Repairs and maintenance: Minor repair work, including the replacement of
lamps or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to
approved permanently installed receptacles.
2. Radio and television transmitting stations: The provisions of the codes 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.
3. 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 orapparatus.
Gas:
1. Portable heating appliance.
2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or
make such equipment unsafe.
Mechanical:
1. Portable heating appliance.
2. Portable ventilation equipment.
3. Portable cooling unit.
4. Shaam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment
regulated by the codes.
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5. Replacement of any part that does not alter its approval or make it unsafe.
6. Portable evaporative cooler.
7. Self- contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds or less of
refrigerant and actuated by motors of 1 horsepower (746 W) or less.
Plumbing:
1. The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe, provided,
however, that if any concealed trap, drain pipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe
becomes defective and it becomes necessary to remove and replace the
same with the new material, such work shall be considered as new work and
a permit shall be obtained and inspection made as provided in the codes.
2. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or
fixtures and the removal and reinstallation of water closets, provided such
repairs do not involve or require the replacement or rearrangement of valves,
pipes or fixtures.
105.2.1 Emergency repairs. Where equipment replacements and repairs shall
be performed in an emergency situation, the permit application shall be
submitted within the next working business day to the Building Official.
105.2.2 Repairs. Application or notice to the Building Official is not required for
ordinary repairs to structures, replacement of lamps or the connection of
approved portable electrical equipment to approved permanently installed
receptacles. Such repairs shall not include the cutting away of any wall, partition
or portion thereof, the removal or cutting of any structural beam or load- bearing
support, or the removal or change of any required means of egress, or
rearrangement of parts of a structure affecting the egress requirements; nor shall
ordinary repairs include addition to, alteration of, replacement or relocation of any
standpipe. water supply, sewer, drainage, drain leader, gas, soil, waste, vent or
similar piping, electric wiring or mechanical or other work affecting public health
or general safety.
105.2.3 Public service agencies. A permit shall not be required for the
installation, alteration or repair of generation, transmission, distribution or
metering or other related equipment that is under the ownership and control of
public service agencies by established right.
105.3 Application for permit. To obtain a permit, the applicant shall first file an
application therefore in writing on a form furnished by the department of building
safety for that purpose. Such application shall:
1. Identify and describe the work to be covered by the permit for which
application is made.
2. Describe the land on which the proposed work is to be done by legal
description, street address or similar description that will readily identify and
definitely locate the proposed building or work.
3. Indicate the use and occupancy for which the proposed work is intended.
4. Be accompanied by construction documents and other information as
required in Section 106.
5. State the valuation of the proposed work.
6. Be signed by the applicant, or the applicant's authorized agent.
7. Give such other data and information as required by the Building Official.
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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. 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 therefore.
No building permit or other similar applicable permit bearing on property
development or use including additions, modifications or revisions shall be issued
unless and until the review and approval of all other departments and agencies
having legal authority for review of construction projects have found the
construction project to be in compliance with all applicable code provisions or
entitlements.
When the Building Official is satisfied that the proposed work conforms to the
requirements of the codes and laws and ordinances applicable thereto, the
Building Official shall issue a permit therefore 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 180 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 180 days. The
extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated.
Permit applications which were submitted as a result of a Code Enforcement
notice of violation and subsequently not issued within 90 days of filing will be
deemed to have expired. The Building Official may authorize the extension of
time for justifiable good cause.
105.4 Permit issuance. The application, plans, specifications, computations,
and other data filed by an applicant for a permit shall be reviewed by the Building
Official. Such plans may be reviewed by other City Departments to verify
compliance with any applicable laws and ordinances under their jurisdiction. If
the Building Official finds that the work described in an application for a permit
and the plans, specifications and other data filed therewith conform to the
requirements of the codes and other pertinent laws and ordinances, and that the
specified fees have been paid, the permit shall be issued as soon as
practicable.
When the Building Official issues the permit where plans are required, they shall
endorse in writing or stamp the plans and specifications "APPROVED FOR
ISSUANCE" or 'REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE." Such approved plans
and specifications shall not be changed, modified or altered without authorization
from the Building Official, and all work regulated by the codes shall be done in
accordance with the approved plans.
The Building Official may issue a permit for the construction of part of the building
or structure before the entire plans and specifications for the whole building or
structure have been submitted or approved, provided adequate information and
detailed statements have been filed complying with all pertinent requirements of
the codes. The holder of such permit shall proceed at their own risk without
assurance that the permit for the entire building or structure will be granted.
105.5 Retention of plans. One set of approved plans, specifications and
computations shall be retained by the Building Official for a period as detailed by
governing retention laws and one set of approved plans and specifications shall
be returned to the applicant, and said set shall be kept on the project site at all
times during which the work authorized thereby is in progress.
105.6 Validity of permit. The issuance or granting of a permit or approval of
plans, specifications, and computations shall not be construed to be a permit for,
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man approval of, any violation ofany of the provisions the codes mof any other
ordinance of the City. Permits presuming to give authority to violate or cancel the
provisions of the codes or other ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid.
The issuance of permit based on construction documents and other data shall
not prevent the Building Official from requiring the correction of errors in the
construction document and other data. The Building Official is also authorized to
prevent occupancy or use of a structure where in violation of the codes or of any
other ordinances of this jurisdiction.
1¢5'7 Expiration. Every permit issued by the Building Official under the
provisions of the codes ohoU 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 data of permit issuance, or if the building or work authorized by such
permit io suspended ur abandoned at any time after the work ia commenced for a
period of 90 doys. Bofnn* such work can be commenced or recommenced, a
permit shall first be renewed orreissued.
For the purpose of this section, if an inspection approval is not recorded, the
work authorized by the permit is deemed not commenced orrecommenced.
(1) Requesting extension of an unexpired permit: Any pamnitie* holding on
unexpired permit may apply for un extension of time within which ponnittee may
commence work under that permit when he is unable to commence or
recommence work within the time required by this section for good and
satisfactory reasons. The Building Official may extend the time for action by the
penni1kao for a pehnd not exceeding one year upon written request by the
pennittee showing that circumstances beyond the control of the penniMee have
prevented action from being taken. Subject to approval of the Building ODicia|,
permits extended in this manner will not require additional permit fees and will
not be subject 8o new regulations adopted after issuance of the permit.
(2) Requesting renewal of an unexpired permit Any permittaa holding an
unexpired permit may apply for a renewal of permit. Permit renewal fees shall be
in accordance with the hneo established by the City Council. Each renewal will
extend the expiration date for a period of one year. Permits renewed in this
manner will not be subject to new regulations adopted after issuance of the
permit.
(3) Requesting reinstatement ofo permit which has been expired for less than
30 days: Any permittee holding a permit which has been expired for less than 30
days may apply for m renewal of pmnniL Permit renewal fees shall be in
accordance with the hyoa established by the City Council. Subject to the
approval of the Building Official, permits renewed in this manner will not be
subject to new regulations adopted after issuance of the permit.
(4) Requesting reimmuanoeofo permit which has been expired for one year or
more: Any parmittee holding e permit which has been expired for one year or
more may apply for reiesuonce of the permit subject ho compliance with current
regulations and payment of full plan check and permit fees. Plans shall be
resubmitted for plan check. Portions uf the structure which have been built under
the expired permit will not be subject to current regulations. For the purpose of
permit extension, renewal, and reissuance, multiple permits of the same structure
such au building, foundation, retaining wall, p|umbing, mechanical, and electrical
pann|tn shall be considered as one permit. Each separate permit with work
onmp|obad entirely prior to suspension or abandonment will not be subject to
renewal nrraiusuanoo.
185'8 Change of contractor orofownership. A permit issued hereunder shall
expire upon o change of ownership or change of contractor regarding the
building, structure or grading for which said permit was issued if the work thereon
has not been completed, and a new permit shall be required for the completion of
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the work. If no changes have been made to the plans and specifications last
submitted to the Building Official, no charge, other than the permit issuance fee
and applicable State fees, shall be made for the issuance of the new permit
under such circumstances. If, however, changes have been made to the plans
and specifications last submitted to the Building Official, a permit fee based upon
the proposed changes may be levied.
105.9 Suspension or revocation. The Building Official may, in writing, suspend
or revoke a permit issued under provisions of the codes whenever the permit is
issued in error or on the basis of incorrect information supplied or in violation of
any ordinance or regulation or any of the provisions of the codes.
105.10 Incomplete construction. When a permit is revoked pursuant to 105.9,
the incomplete construction for which the permit is issued shall constitute an
unsafe condition and shall be appropriately abated as determined by the Building
Official.
105.11 Placement of permit. The building permit or copy thereof shall be kept
readily available on the site of the work until the completion of the project.
105.12 Surrender of permit. If a portion of the work or construction covered by
the issued permit has not been commenced, the permittee may deliver such
permit and approved documents to the Building Official with request that such
permit is to be canceled. The Building Official shall make note on the permit with
or with like wording "Canceled at the request of the Permittee." Thereupon the
permit and documents shall become null and void.
105.13 Liens to be discharged. A permits shall be not be issued to any person
or corporation under the provision of this Chapter in respect to any property
where the cost of any building repair or abatement has been performed and a
lien therefor has been recorded by the jurisdiction, unless and until the amount of
said lien with interest, has been paid in full.
SECTION 106 CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
106.1 Submittal documents. Construction documents, statement of special
inspections, geotechnical reports and other data shall be submitted in two or
more sets with each permit application. The construction documents shall be
prepared by a registered design professional where required by the statutes of
the jurisdiction in which the project is to be constructed. Where special conditions
exist, the Building Official is authorized to require additional construction
documents to be prepared by a registered design professional.
Exception: The Building Official is authorized to waive the submission of
construction documents and other data not required to be prepared by a
registered design professional if it is found that the nature of the work applied for
is such that review of construction documents is not necessary to obtain
compliance with the codes.
106.2 Expiration of plan review. Reviews for which a permit is not issued
within 180 days following the date of original submittal shall expire by limitation,
and plans and other data submitted for review may thereafter be returned to the
applicant, if not stamped as approved for issuance, or may be destroyed by the
Building Official.
Exception: The Building Official may authorize one or more extensions of periods
not to exceed 180 days each. These extensions shall not exceed that of the
related application as indicated in subsection 105.3.2.
106.3 Information on construction documents. Construction documents shall
be dimensioned and drawn upon suitable material. Electronic media documents
are permitted to be submitted when approved by the Building Official.
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Construction documents shall be of sufficient clarity to indicate the location,
nature and extent of the work proposed and show in detail that it will conform to
the provisions of the codes and relevant laws, ordinances, rules and regulations,
as determined by the Building Official.
106.3.1 Fire protection system shop drawings. Shop drawings for the fire
protection system(s) shall be submitted to indicate conformance with the codes
and the construction documents and shall be approved prior to the start of
system installation. Shop drawings shall contain all information as required by the
referenced installation standards in Chapter 9.
106.3.2 Means of egress. The construction documents shall show in sufficient
detail the location, construction, size and character of all portions of the means of
egress in compliance with the provisions of the codes. In other than occupancies
in Groups R -2, R -3, and 1 -1, the construction documents shall designate the
number of occupants to be accommodated on every floor, and in all rooms and
spaces.
106.3.3 Exterior wall envelope. Construction documents for all buildings shall
describe the exterior wall envelope in sufficient detail to determine compliance
with the codes. The construction documents shall provide details of the exterior
wall envelope as required, including flashing, intersections with dissimilar
materials, corners, end details, control joints, intersections at roof, eaves or
parapets, means of drainage, water- resistive membrane and details around
openings.
The construction documents shall include manufacturer's installation instructions
that provide supporting documentation that the proposed penetration and
opening details described in the construction documents maintain the weather
resistance of the exterior wall envelope. The supporting documentation shall fully
describe the exterior wall system which was tested, where applicable, as well as
the test procedure used.
106.4 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. 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.
106.5 Examination of documents. The Building Official shall examine or cause
to be examined the accompanying construction documents and shall ascertain
by such examinations whether the construction indicated and described is in
accordance with the requirements of the codes and other pertinent laws or
ordinances.
106.6 Approval of construction documents. When the Building Official issues
a permit, the construction documents shall be approved, in writing or by stamp,
as "Reviewed for Code Compliance," One set of construction documents so
reviewed shall be retained by the Building Official. The other set shall be returned
to the applicant, shall be kept at the site of work and shall be open to inspection
by the Building Official or a duly authorized representative.
106.6.1 Previous approvals. The codes shall not require changes in the
construction documents, construction or designated occupancy of a structure for
which a lawful permit has been heretofore issued or otherwise lawfully authorized,
and the construction of which has been pursued in good faith within 30 days after
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the effective date of the codes, has not been abandoned or the Building Official
has not determined the permit was issued under false information.
106.6.2 Phased approval. The Building Official is authorized to issue a permit
for the construction of foundations or any other part of a building or structure
before the construction documents for the whole building or structure have been
submitted, provided that adequate information and detailed statements have
been filed complying with pertinent requirements of the codes. The holder of
such permit for the foundation or other parts of a building or structure shall
proceed at the holder's own risk with the building operation and without
assurance that a permit for the entire structure will be granted.
106.7 Design professional in responsible charge.
106.7.1 General. When it is required that documents be prepared by a registered
design professional, the Building Official shall be authorized to require the owner
to engage and designate on the building permit application a registered design
professional who shall act as the registered design professional in responsible
charge. If the circumstances require, the owner shall designate a substitute
registered design professional in responsible charge who shall perform the duties
required of the original registered design professional in responsible charge. The
Building Official shall be notified in writing by the owner if the registered design
professional in responsible charge is changed or is unable to continue to perform
the duties.
The registered design professional in responsible charge shall be responsible for
reviewing and coordinating submittal documents prepared by others, including
phased and deferred submittal items, for compatibility with the design of the
building.
Where structural observation is required by Section 1709, the statement of
special inspections shall name the individual or firms who are to perform
structural observation and describe the stages of construction at which structural
observation is to occur (see also duties specified in Section 1704).
106.7.2 Deferred submittals. For the purposes of this section, deferred
submittals are defined as those portions of the design that are not submitted at
the time of the application and that are to be submitted to the Building Official
within a specified period.
Deferral of any submittal items shall have the prior approval of the Building
Official. The registered design professional in responsible charge shall list the
deferred submittals on the construction documents for review by the Building
Official.
Documents for deferred submittal items shall be submitted to the registered
design professional in responsible charge who shall review them and forward
them to the Building Official with a notation indicating that the deferred submittal
documents have been reviewed and been found to be in general conformance to
the design of the building. The deferred submittal items shall not be installed until
the design and submittal documents have been approved by the Building Official.
106.8 Amended construction documents. Work shall be installed in
accordance with the approved construction documents, and any changes made
during construction that are not in compliance with the approved construction
documents shall be resubmitted for approval as an amended set of construction
documents,
106.9 Number of construction documents. One set of approved construction
documents shall be retained by the Building Official for a period of not less than
that required by state law and the city's retention policy.
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SECTION 107 TEMPORARY STRUCTURES AND USES
107.1 General. The Building Official is authorized to issue a permit for temporary
structures and temporary uses. Such permits shall be limited as to time of service,
but shall not be permitted for more than 90 days. The Building Official is
authorized to grant extensions for demonstrated cause.
107.2 Conformance. Temporary structures and uses shall conform to the
structural strength, fire safety, means of egress, accessibility, light, ventilation
and sanitary requirements of the codes as necessary to ensure public health,
safety and general welfare.
107.3 Temporary power. The Building Official is authorized to give permission
to temporarily supply and use power in part of an electric installation before such
installation has been fully completed and the final certificate of completion has
been issued. The part covered by the temporary certificate shall comply with the
requirements specified for temporary lighting, heat or power in the California
Electrical Code.
107.4 Termination of approval. The Building Official is authorized to terminate
such permit for a temporary structure or use and to order the temporary structure
or use to be discontinued.
SECTION 108 FEES
108.1 General. A fee as established by resolution of the City Council shall be
paid for each plan review when submitted and each permit at time of issuance.
108.2 Permit fees. A fee for each required permit shall be assessed in
accordance with the fee schedule adopted by City Council.
Failure to pay fees and obtain a permit before commencing work shall be
deemed a violation of the codes, except when a program is established by the
Building Official and permit conditions are defined, or it can be proven to the
satisfaction of the Building Official that an emergency existed which made it
impractical to first obtain the permit. A violation shall result in an assessment of
an investigation fee in an amount equal to the permit fee for the work undertaken
without permit. Payment of a double fee shall not relieve any person from fully
complying with the requirements of the codes nor from any other penalties
prescribed herein.
108.3 Plan review fees. When a plan or other data is ready to be submitted by
subsection 105.3 a plan- checking fee, in the amount as established by City
Council shall be paid to the Building Official at the time of submitting plans and
specifications for checking. When submittal documents are incomplete or
changes so as to require additional plan review or when the project involves
differed submittal items an additional fee shall be assessed in accordance with
the fee schedule established by City Council.
108.4 Investigation fee. An investigation fee as established by the Section
108.2 may be charged by the Building Official whenever work for which a permit
is required by the codes has been commenced without first obtaining said permit.
This fee shall be paid and the investigation shall be made prior to the issuance of
any permit for said work. An investigation fee may be charged for any
investigation of a building, structure, work reports, certification or any other
related work requested by an owner or authorized agent of such owner.
108.5 Fee Refunds. The Building Official may authorize refunding of any fee
paid hereunder which was erroneously paid or collected. The Building Official
may authorize refunding of not more than 80 percent of the permit fee paid when
no work has been done under a permit issued in accordance with the codes,
except that no refund will be made for less than $100. The Building Official may
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authorize refunding of not more than 80 percent of the plan review fee paid when
an application for a permit for which a plan review fee has been paid is withdrawn
or canceled before any plan reviewing is performed, except that no refund will be
made for less than $100. The Building Official shall not authorize refunding of
any fee paid except on written application filed by the original permittee not later
than 60 days after the date of fee payment.
Permit and plan check fees will be refunded in their entirety when inadvertently
paid for a project outside the jurisdiction or as duplicate fees, except that no
refund will be made if 60 days have elapsed from the date of payment.
108.6 Additional plan review fees. Where plans are incomplete or changed so
as to require additional plan checking, an additional plan checking fee shall be
paid to the Building Official based upon the value of construction of the proposed
change or redesign. In establishing said fee, no allowance for a decreased
valuation shall be permitted due to the replacement, omission or lessening of any
member or portion of the building shown in the original plans. Said fee may be
waived when in the opinion of the Building Official the additional fee is not
warranted. No additional fees shall be charged for checking corrections required
by the Building Official; except where excessive plan reviews are performed,
additional fees may be levied as established by City Council.
108.7 Change of Occupancy Investigation fee. A fee as established by the
City Council shall be paid when an occupancy investigation inspection is required
by the Building Official. Note: The occupancy investigation fees are in addition to
other investigation fees and do not include the fees for the building permit, or
fees for electrical, plumbing or heating and ventilating permits covering the
alterations and /or repairs of the occupancy conversion.
SECTION 109 INSPECTIONS
109.1 General. Construction or work for which a permit is required shall be
subject to inspection by the Building Official and such construction or work shall
remain accessible and exposed for inspection purposes until approved, Approval
as a result of an inspection shall not be construed to be an approval of a violation
of the provisions of the codes or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction.
Inspections presuming to give authority to violate or cancel the provisions of the
codes or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid, It shall be the
duty of the permit applicant to cause the work to remain accessible and exposed
for inspection purposes, Neither the Building Official nor the jurisdiction shall be
liable for expense entailed in the removal or replacement of any material required
to allow inspection.
109.2 Preliminary inspection. Before issuing a permit, the Building Official is
authorized to examine or cause to be examined buildings, structures and sites for
which an application has been filed,
109.3 Required inspections. The Building Official, upon notification, shall make
the inspections set forth in Sections 109.3.1 through 109.3.10.
109.3.1 Footing and foundation inspection. Footing and foundation
inspections shall be made after excavations for footings are complete and any
required reinforcing steel is in place, For concrete foundations, any required
forms shall be in place prior to inspection, Materials for the foundation shall be on
the job, except where concrete is ready mixed in accordance with ASTM C 94,
the concrete need not be on the job.
109.3.2 Concrete slab and under -floor inspection. Concrete slab and under-
floor inspections shall be made after in -slab or under -floor reinforcing steel and
building service equipment, conduit, piping accessories and other ancillary
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equipment items are in place, but before any concrete is placed or floor
sheathing installed, including the aubMour.
109.3.3 Lowest floor elevation. in flood hazard araao, upon placement of the
lowest floor, including the basement, and prior to further vertical construction, the
elevation certification required in Section 1612.5 nho|| be submitted to the
Building Official.
1¢9.3'4 Frame inspection. Framing inspections nhm|| be made after the roof
deck orsheathing, all framinQ. Oneb|noking and bracing are in place and pipen,
chimneys and vents to be concealed are complete and the rough electrical,
plumbing, heating wires, pipes and ducts are approved,
109.3.5 Lath and gypsum board inspeudwn. Lath and gypsum board
inspections shall bo made after lathing and gypsum bnmrd, interior and exterior,
is in p|oue, but before any plastering is applied or gypsum board joints and
fasteners are taped and finished,
109-3,6 Fire-resistant penetrations. Pnnhac\inn of joints and penetrations in fire-
resistance-rated assemblies shall not be concealed from view until inspected and
approved.
109'3'7 Energy efficiency inspections. Inspections shall ba made todetermine
compliance with the California Enargy, Green Building Standards Codes and
shall include, but not be limited hn, inspections for: envelope insulation R and U-
va|uas. fenestration U-vo|ue. duct system R-ve|ue. and HVAC and water-heating
equipment efficiency,
109,3,8 Other inspections. In addition b/ the inspections specified above, the
Building Official is authorized to make or require other inspections of any
construction work to ascertain compliance with the provisions of the oodem,
standards and other laws that are enforced by the jurisdiction having authority,
189.3.9 Special inspections. For special inspections, sea Section 1704 of the
California Building Code.
109.3,1$ Final inspection. The final inspection nho|| be made after all work
required by the building permit is completed.
109.4 Inspection agencies. The Building Official is authorized to accept reports
of approved inspection agenoieo, provided such agencies satisfy the
requirements osto qualifications and reliability,
109.5 Inspection requests. It shall be the duty of the holder of the building
permit or their duly authorized agent to notify the Building Official when work is
ready for inspection. It shall also be the duty of the permit holder to provide
access to and means for inspections of such work that are required by the codes,
189/6 Approval required. Work shall not bedone beyond the point indicated in
each successive inspection without first obtaining the approval of the Building
0ffida|. The Building Official, upon notification, ehoU make the requested inspec-
tions and shall either indicate the portion of the construction that is satisfactory oa
completed, or notify the permit holder or his or her agent wherein the same fails
to comply with the codes. Any portions that do not comply shall be corrected and
such portion shall not becovered or concealed until authorized by the Building
SECTION 110 CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY
110.1 Use and occupancy. No building or structure shall be used or occupied,
and no change in the existing occupancy classification of building or structure
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or portion thereof shall be made until the Building Official has issued ecertificate
nf occupancy therefore au provided herein.
Exception: The Building Official may not issue Certificate of Occupancies for
remodels and additions to owner-occupied dweUingo, such as single-family
homes, hzwnhomoo. Co-Op or condominiums and Uoccupancies.
|aauanoo of certificate of occupancy shall not be construed as an approval of
violation of the provisions of the codes or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction.
Certificates presuming to give authority to violate or cancel the provisions of the
codes or other ordinances nf the jurisdiction shall not bevalid.
The jurisdiction may not issue a Certificate of Occupancy to the builder upon the
completion of commercial structure where Uhono in tenant spacing. Instead, o
Certificate of Occupancy is issued to a business entity that is going to occupy the
building, nra portion thereof.
110.2 Certificate issued. After the Building Official inspects the building or
structure and finds no violations of the provisions of the codes or other laws that
are enforced by the department of building safety, the Building Official shall issue
o certificate of occupancy that contains the following:
1. The building 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 the codes for the occupancy and
division of occupancy and the use for which the proposed occupancy is
classified.
O. The name of the Building Official.
T. The edition of the code under which the permit was issued.
8. The use and occupancy, in accordance with the provisions nf Chapter 3
Q. The type of construction oo defined in Chapter O.
10. The design occupant load.
11. If an automatic sprinkler system in prnvided, whether the sprinkler system
is required.
12. Any special stipulations and conditions nf the building permit.
110.3 Temporary occupancy. The Building Official is authorized to issue o
temporary certificate of occupancy before the completion of the entire work
covered by the permit, provided that such portion or portions ohe|| be occupied
safely. The Building Official shall oat o time period during which the temporary
certificate of occupancy invalid.
In the event the building is not completed and ready for final inspection in the
time prescribed by the Building Offioia|, the building ohu|| be vacated and the
utilities disconnected until such time the building im completed, final inspection is
completed and m Certificate nf Occupancy ioissued.
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110.4 Revocation. The Building Official is authorized to, in writing, suspend or
revoke a certificate of occupancy or completion issued under the provisions of
the codes wherever the certificate is issued in error, or on the basis of incorrect
information supplied, or where it is determined that the building or structure or
portion thereof is in violation of any ordinance or regulation or any of the
provisions of the codes.
SECTION 111 SERVICE UTILITIES
111.1 Connection of service utilities. Connections from a utility, source of
energy, fuel or power to any building or system that is regulated by the codes for
which a permit is required, shall not be established until released by the Building
Official.
111.2 Temporary connection. The Building Official shall have the authority to
authorize the temporary connection of the building or system to the utility source
of energy, fuel or power.
Temporary connections may be terminated by the Building Official in the event
the permit for such work expires, temporary occupancy is terminated, or it is
determined by the Building Official that conditions associated with the connected
utility are not met.
111.3 Authority to disconnect service utilities. The Building Official shall have
the authority to authorize disconnection of utility service to the building, structure
or system regulated by the codes and the codes referenced in case of
emergency where necessary to eliminate an immediate hazard to life or property.
The Building Official shall notify the serving utility, and wherever possible the
owner and occupant of the building, structure or service system of the decision to
disconnect prior to taking such action. If not notified prior to disconnecting, the
owner or occupant of the building, structure or service system shall be notified in
writing, as soon as practical thereafter.
SECTION 112 BOARD OF APPEALS
112.1 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 applicable governing
authority and shall hold office at its pleasure. The board shall adopt rules of
procedure for conducting its business.
112.2 Limitations on authority. The Board of Appeals shall have no authority
relative to interpretation of the administrative provisions of the codes nor shall the
Board be empowered to waive requirements of the codes. The application for
appeal shall be based on a claim that the true intent of the codes or the rules
legally adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted where the provision
of the codes do not fully apply, or where an equally good or better form of
construction is proposed.
112.3 Qualifications. The board of appeals shall consist of members who are
qualified by experience and training to pass on matters pertaining to building
construction and are not employees of the jurisdiction.
112.4 Applications, fees and findings. Any person appealing the decision of
the Building Official shall file with the Building Official a written application
accompanied by a filing fee in accordance with the fee schedule adopted by City
Council Resolution at any time not more than 20 calendar days after the decision
of the Building Official.
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The application shall set forth and include any information as the Building Official
may require.
Upon the filing of a verified application, the Building Official shall transmit said
application forthwith to the Board of Appeals, and such board shall investigate,
examine, review, hear testimony, from and on behalf of the applicant, and shall
render findings and decisions on the matter in writing to the applicant with a
duplicate copy to the Building Official within 20 days after the conclusion of its
proceedings, the Building Official shall make all findings and decisions available
kz the public without fees.
SECTION 113 VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES
113.1 General. It shall be unlawful for any peson, finn, or corporation to erent,
oonatmct, on|arge, a|ter, nopm|r, move, impnova, nemovo, convert ordemolish,
equip, ume, occupy, or maintain any building or atruo1une, grading on private
property in the Qty of Seal Beech, or cause or permit the same to be done in
violation of the codes.
113.2 Notice of violation. The Building Official is authorized to serve o notice of
violation or order on the person responsible for the en*uUon, nonatmmtion,
a|tmrabon, oxb*nsion, n*pair, moving, rmmova|, demolition or occupancy of a
building urstructure in violation of the provisions of the oodes, or in violation of
permit or oedifioeka issued under the provisions of the codes, Such order shall
direct the discontinuance of the illegal action or condition and the abatement of
the violation.
113.3 Prosecution of violation. If the notice of violation is not complied with
promptly, the Building [ffioim| is authorized to request the legal counsel of the
jurisdiction to institute the appropriate proceeding at law or in equity to naetuain,
correct or abate such vio|aUon, or to require the removal or termination of the
unlawful occupancy of the building or structure in violation of the provisions of the
codes orcf the order or direction made pursuant thereto.
113.4 Violation penalties. Any person who violate a provision of the codes or
fails to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who aronts, nontnads,
alters or repairs a building or structure in violation of the approved construction
document ordirective of the Building Ohcia|, or of permit orcertificate issued
under the provision of this code' mhuU be subject to penalties as prescribed by
SECTION 114 STOP WORK ORDER
114.1 Authority. Whenever the Building Official finds any work regulated by the
codes being performed inamanner either contrary to the provisions of the codes
or dangerous or unsafe, the Building Official is authorized to issue e stop work
order.
114.2 Issuance. The stop work order shall be in writing and uhmU be given to the
owner ofthe property involved, or 8z the owner's agent. or to the parson doing
the work. Upon issuance ofa stop work order, the cited work shall immediately
cease. The shop work order shall state the reason for the ondar, and the
conditions under which the cited work will be permitted to resume.
114'3 Unlawful continuance. Any person who shall continue any work after
having been served with ostop work order, except such work om that person is
directed to pedbnn to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be subject to
penalties as prescribed bylaw.
SECTION 115 UNSAFE STRUCTURES AND BUILDINGS
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115.1 General. All buildings or structures which are structurally unsafe or not
provided with adequate egress, or which constitute a fire hazard, or are
otherwise dangerous to human life, or which in relation to existing use constitute
a hazard to safety or health or public welfare, by reason of inadequate
maintenance, dilapidation, obsolescence, fire hazard, disaster damage, or
abandonment, as specified in this Code or in any other effective ordinance or
statute, are, for the purpose of this section, unsafe buildings and constitute an
unsafe condition. All such unsafe buildings or conditions are hereby declared to
be public nuisances and shall be abated by repair, rehabilitation, improvement,
removal, or demolition, in whole or part. A vacant building or structure that is not
secure against entry shall be deemed unsafe.
Section 4. New Section 9.60.010 is hereby added to Chapter 9.60 of Title 9 of the
Seal Beach Municipal Code to read as follows:
§ 9.60.010 Building Code.
9.60.010.010 Building Code - Adopted by reference.
9.60.010.020 Chapter 1, Division II Scope and Administration amended.
9.60.010.030 Section 202 amended.
9.60.010.040 Section 312.1 amended.
9.60.010.050 Sections 403 and 403.1 amended.
9.60.010.060 Section 412.7 amended.
9.60.010.070 Sections 504.2, 506.3, 506.4.1 and 506.5 amended.
9.60.010.080 Section 705.2.3 amended.
9.60.010.090 Section 717.3.2 amended.
9.60.010.100 Section 717.3.3 amended.
9.60.010.110 Section 717.4.3 amended.
9.60.010.120 Sections 903.2 and 903.2.8 amended.
9.60.010.130 Section 903.3.5.3 added.
9.60.010.140 Section 903.4 amended.
9.60.010.150 Section 905.4 amended.
9.60.010.160 Section 907.2.13 amended.
9.60.010.170 Section 907.3.1 amended.
9.60.010.180 Section 907.5.2.2 amended.
9.60.010.190 Section 907.6.3.2 amended.
9.60.010.200 Section 907.6.5 amended.
9.60.010.210 Table 1505.1 amended.
9.60.010.220 Section 1505.1.3 amended.
9.60.010.230 Section 1505.5 amended.
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Q.6O.010240 Section 1505Jamended.
Q.G0.010.250 Section 18O7.1.8amended.
Q.GO.010.2S0 Sections 31OQ4.4 and 31OQ.4.4.2amended.
O.SO.OiO.270 Chapter 35amended.
§ 9'60.010.010. Building Code—Adoptmdbyreference.
(a) The City Council nf the City ofSeal Beach hereby adopts by reference the
California Building Code specified in Section 9.60.005.010 of Chapter 9.80 of
Title Q of the Soo| Beach Municipal Cnde, except such portions as are deleted,
modified, or amended as set forth in this chapter. Said Coda is adopted and
incorporated ao1f fully set forth herein.
(b) The purpose of these Codes is 0o prescribe regulations for the enaction,
construction, on|argemen(, a|VymUnn, vepair, impmving, romovm|, converoion,
demo|ihon, occupancy, aquipment, uoa, haight, area and maintenance of all
buildings and structures.
Shska law references: Authority to nugu|eba construction, Government Code �
38680; California Building Standards Law, Health and Safety Code §18AO1. et
seq.
§ 9.60.010.020- Chapter 1, Division AU Scope and Administration amended.
The text within Chapter I Division If is deleted and replaced with the following:
Division U
Administrative Provisions
Section 101. For administrative provisions for this Coda. see Sac. 9.60D05.048.
§ 0.68.O10.O3O. Section 202amended.
Section 202 Definitions is amended by adding definitions for "Approach-
Departure Path," "Emergency Helicopter Landing Facility (EHLF)." "Safety Area,"
and "Takeoff and Landing Area" and revising the dafinihonof^HiQh-0seStructure"
as follows:
APPROACH-DEPARTURE PATH. The flight path of the helicopter oait
approaches ur departs from the landing pad.
EMERGENCY HELICOPTER LANDING FACILITY (EBLF).A landing
area on the roof ufa building that is not intended to function asaheliport
nrha|istop but is capable of accommodating fino or medical helicopters
engaged 1n emergency operations.
HIGH-RISE STRUCTURE. Every building of any type of construction or
occupancy having floors used for human occupancy located more than 55
above the lowest floor level having building access (see Section 403),
except buildings used as hospitals as defined in the Health and Gohe(y
Code Section 1250.
SAFETY AREA. A defined area surrounding the landing pad which iofree
of obstructions.
TAKEOFF AND LANDING AREA. The combination of the landing pod
centered within the surrounding safety area.
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Sec. 9.60.010.040' Section 312'1 amended.
Section 3121 is amended to add "swimming pools" to the list n[Group U
occupancies such that the section reads anfollows:
312,1 General. Buildings and structures of an accessory character and
miscellaneous structures not classified in any specific occupancy will be
cons{ruched, equipped and maintained to conform to the requirements of the
Codes commensurate with the fire and life hazard incidental to their occupancy.
Group U will include, but not be limited to, the following:
Agricultural buildings
Aircraft hangars, accessory boa one-or two-family residence (see Section 412.3)
mamm
Carports
Fences more than G feet (1.82O mm) high
Grain silos, accessory toa residential occupancy
Greenhouses
Livestock shelters
Private garages
Retaining walls
Sheds
Stables
Tanks
Towers
Swimming pools
Sec. M.W#.D10.050' Sections 403 and 403.1amended.
Section 403iy hereby revised ko read anfollows:
Section 403 HIGH-RASE BUILDINGS AND GROUP |~Z OCCUPANCIES
HAVING OCCUPIED FLOORS LOCATED MORE THAN 55 FEET ABOVE THE
LOWEST LEVEL C}F FIRE DEPARTMENT VEHICLE ACCESS
Section 403.1 Applicability io hereby revised asfollows:
403.1 Applicability. New high-rise buildings and Group 1-2 having occupied
floors located more than 55 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle
ouumsa and new Group 1-2 occupancies having occupied floors located more
than 55 feet above the |mwaot level of fire department vehicle aooenn aho||
comply with Sections 403.2 through 403.6.
Sec. 9.60.510.00Q. Section 412.7amended.
Section 412.7 is amended by adding Sections 412.7.8 through 412.7.6.13 as
follows:
412.7.6. Emergency Helicopter Landing Facility. Emergency Helicopter
Landing Facility (EHLF) shall be onnn(mctad an specified in Section 412.7.0.1
through 412.7.6.12.
412.7.6.1 General. Every building of any type of construction or occupancy
having Duom used for human occupancy located more than 75 k above the
lowest level of the fire department vehicle access shall have a rooftop emergency
helicopter landing facility (EHLF) in a location approved by the fire code official
for use by fire, police, and emergency medical helicopters only.
412.7.6'2 Rooftop Landing Pad. The landing pad nhoU be 50 ft. x 500. or GU
#. diameter circle that in pitched or sloped to provide drainage away from access
points and passenger holding areas at slope of 0.5 percent to 2 percent. The
landing pad surface shall be constructed of approved non-combustible,
nonporous materials. It shall be capable of supporting o helicopter with a
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maximum gross weight of 15.000 |bm. For structural design requirements, see
California Building Code.
4127�.3 re Path. The emergency helknpter landing facility
shall have two approach-departure paths separated in plan from each other by at
least 90 degrees. No objects shall penetrate above the approach-departure paths.
The approach-departure path begins at the edge of the landing pad, with the
same width or diameter as the landing pad and is a rising slope extending
outward and upward at a ratio of eight feet horizontal distance for every one foot
of vertical height.
412.7.6.4 Safety Area. The safety area is u horizontal plane |ava| with the
landing pad surface and shall extend 25 ft in all directions from the edge of the
landing pad. No objects shall penetrate above the plane of the safety area.
412'7.6.5 Safety Net. If the rooftop landing pad is elevated more than 30 in. (2'-
O") above the adjoining surfaces, a G ft in wide horizontal safety net capable of
supporting 25 |bo/pefmha|| be provided around the perimeter of the landing pad.
The inner edge of the safety net attached to the landing pad shall be slightly
dropped (greater than 5 in. but less than 18 in-) below the pad elevation. The
safety net shall slope upward but the outer safety net edge shall not be above the
elevation cf the landing pad.
412-7-8.6 Take-off and Lemd|w0 Area. The takeoff and landing area shall be
free of obstructions and 10Oftx1OO ft. or1O8 ft. diameter.
412-7-6'7 Wind Indicating Device. An approved wind indicating device shall ba
provided but shall not extend into the safety area or the approach-departure
paths.
412,7,6.8 Special Markings. The emergency helicopter landing facility shall be
marked as indicated in Figure 412.7.6.8.
412.7.6.9 EHLF Exits. Two stairway exits shall be provided from the landing
platform area ho the roof surface. For landing areas less than 2.5O1 square feet in
anea, the second exit may baa fire escape or ladder leading hn the roof surface
below. The stairway from the landing facility p|eDonn to the floor below shall
comply with Section 1009.7.2 for riser height and tread depth. Handrails shall be
provided, but shall not extend above the platform surface.
412.7.6.10 Standpipe systems. The standpipe system shall be extended to the
roof level on which the EHLF in located. All portions of the EHLF area shall be
within 15O feet ofa2.5innh outlet ona Class |or III standpipe.
412.7.6.11 Fire wxUmgmimhenm- A minimum of one portable fire extinguisher
having minimum 80-B:C rating shall be provided and located near the stairways
or ramp to the landing pad. The fire extinguisher cabinets shall not penetrate the
approach dapartune paths, or the safety area. |nsbaUabon, inupeoUon, and
maintenance of extinguishers shall be in accordance with California Fine Code
Section 906.
412.7.6.12 EHLF. Fua|ing, maintananoa, nepmina, or storage of helicopters shall
not bepermitted.
Sec. A.60-W18'870' Sections 5U4'2,508'3.5O8~4.1 and 506'5 amended.
Sections 5O42.506.3.GO6.4.1 and 5O8.5 are deleted in their entirety and replaced
to read oafollows:
5042 Automatic sprinkler system increase. Where a building is equipped
throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section
003.3.1'1. the value specified in Table 5O3 for maximum height is increased by 20
feet (6,096 mm) and the maximum number ofstories is increased by one. These
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increases are permitted in addition to the area increase in accordance with Section
Exceptions:
1. Fire mramn with an occupancy in Group 1-2 of Type 1113. U|, IV and V
construction.
2. Fire areas with an occupancy in Group H-1.H-2.H-3orH-5.
3. Fire resistance rating substitution in accordance with Table GU1.Note e.
4. [SFN1] Fire areas with un occupancy in Group L
5. C8FNU Fire areas with en occupancy |n Licensed Group |-1 and R-4.
These increases are not permitted in addition to the area increase in accordance
with 5063.
For Group R-2 buildings nf Type \AA ounnhunUon equipped throughout with an
approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 003.3.1.1. the
value specified in Table 503 for maximum height is increased by2U feet (S,OQG
mm) and the maximum number ufstories is increased by one, but shall not
exceed 60 feet (18.288 mm) ur four stories, naopeo8ve|y' these increases are
permitted in addition Vu the area increase in accordance with Section 5O8.3.
506'3 Automatic sprinkler system increase. Where a building is equipped
throughout with nn approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance withSecUon
903.3.1.1. the area limitation in Table 503 is pmnn1Med to be increased by an
additional 200 percent (is =2) for buildings with more than one story above grade
plane and an additional 300 percent (|n = 3) for buildings with no more than one
story above grade plane.
Exception: The area limitation increases shall not be permitted for the following
conditions:
1. The automatic sprinkler system increase shall not apply to buildings with on
occupancy in Use Group H-1.
2. The automatic sprinkler system increase shall not apply to the floor are ofan
occupancy in use Group H-2 or H-3. For mixed use buildings containing such
occupancies, the allowable area shall be calculated in accordance with Section
508.3.3.2, with the sprinkler increase applicable only to the portions of the
building not classified as Use Group H'2nrH-3.
3. Fire-resistance rating substitution in accordance with Table 001. note e.
4. [SFKA] The auinmoVo sprinkler system increase shall not apply to Group L
occupancies.
These increases are not permitted in addition hn the area increase in accordance
with 504.2.
For Group R-2 buildings of Type VA construction equipped throughout with an
approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903,31.1, these
increases are permitted in addition to the height inonaaoo in accordance with
Section 504.2.
506/4.1 Area determination. The maximum area ofu building with more than
one story above grade plane shall be determined by multiplying the allowable
area of the first story (A,), as determined in Section 506.1. by the number of
stories above grade plane as listed below:
1. For buildings with two nr more stories above plane, multiply by(2);
2. No story shall exceed the allowable area per story (Ao), as determined in
Section 5O0.1. for the occupancies on the story.
Exception: Unlimited area buildings in accordance with Section 587.
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506.5 Mixed occupancy area determination. In buildings with mixed
occupancies, the allowable area per story (Aa) shall be based on the most
restrictive provisions for each occupancy when the mixed occupancies are
treated according to Section 508.3.2. When the occupancies are treated
according to Section 508.3.3 as separated occupancies, the maximum total
building area shall be such that the sum of the ratios for each such area on all
floors as calculated according to Section 508.3.3.2 shall comply with the
following:
1. The sum shall not exceed 2 for two -story buildings or higher.
Sec. 9.60.010.080. Section 705.2.3 amended.
Section 705.2.3 amended by adding an exception to read as follows:
Type VB construction shall be allowed for combustible projections for additions to
existing R -3 occupancies provided the fire separation distance is greater than or
equal to 2 feet and the floor area of the addition does not exceed 50 percent of
the existing floor area of the R -3 occupancy.
Sec. 9.60.010.090. Section 717.3.2 amended.
Section 717.3.2 is amended by deletion of Exceptions 1 and 2.
Sec. 9.60.010.100. Sections 717.3.3 amended.
Section 717.3.3 is amended by deletion of Exceptions 1 and 2, add a new
exception to read as follows:
Exception: Where an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section
903.3.1.1 is installed, the area between draft stops may be 3,000 square feet and
the greatest horizontal dimension may be 100 feet.
Sec. 9.60.010.110. Sections 717.4.3 amended.
Section 717.4.3 is amended by deletion of Exceptions 1 and 2. Add a new
exception to read as follows:
Exception: Where an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section
903.3.1.1 is installed, the area between draft stops may be 9,000 square feet and
the greatest horizontal dimension may be 100 feet.
Sec. 9.60.010.120. Sections 903.2 and 903.2.8 amended.
Section 903.2 Where required is amended as follows:
903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in buildings and
structures shall be provided when one of the following conditions exists:
1. New buildings: Notwithstanding any applicable provisions of Sections
903.2.1 through 903.2.12, an automatic fire - extinguishing system shall also be
installed in all occupancies when the total building area exceeds 5,000 square
feet (465 m2) as defined in the CBC, regardless of fire areas or allowable area, or
more than two stories in height.
2. Existing Buildings: Notwithstanding any applicable provisions of this code,
an automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in an existing building when an
addition occurs and when one of the following conditions exists:
a. When an addition is 33% or more of the existing building area, and the
resulting building area exceeds 5000 square feet (465 m) as defined in
Section 202; or
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b. When an addition exceeds 200 square feet (18O M2 ) and the resulting
building area exceeds 5000 square feet (465 M2 )ao defined in Section 202.
o. An additional story io added above the second floor regardless of fire areas or
o|lowotdm area.
Exception: Group R-3 occupancies. Group R-3 occupancies shall comply with
Section 903.2.8.
Section 983-2.8 Group R is hereby revised as follows with no change to the
exception:
903'2.8 Group R. An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with
Subsection 903.3. shall be provided throughout all buildings with a Group Rfira
area asfollows:
1. All new Group R 000upanciaa, including the attached garages.
2. All existing Group R occupancies and U-i garages when the total floor area
is increase by50Y6of the existing area over e2-yeurperiod.
3. All existing Group R occupancies and U-1 garages when the total area is
increased by75O square feet ur more over o2-yeorperiod.
4. All existing Group R occupancies and U4 garages when on additional story
in added to the structure regardless of the area involved.
5. An automatic ophnNar system shall be installed throughout any existing
Group R Occupancy building when the floor area of the Alteration or
Combination ufanAddition and A|henoUon, within any two year period, is 5096
or more ofaneo/va|ua of the existing structure and where the scope of the work
exposes building framing and facilitates sprinkler installation and is such that
the Building/Fire Code Official determines that the complexity of installing a
sprinkler system would be similar anina new building.
6. Any addition toonexisting building which has fire sprinklers installed.
Exceptions:
1. Existing Group R-3 occupancies converted to Group R-3.1 occupancies not
housing bedridden clients, not housing nonambulatory clients above the first floor
and not housing clients above the second floor.
2. Existing Group R-3 occupancies converted to Group R-3'1 occupancies
housing only one bedridden client and complying with Section 425.8.3.3.
3. Pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 13113 occupancies housing
ambulatory children only, none of whom are mentally ill or mentally retarded, and
the buildings or portions thereof inwhich such children are housed are not more
than two stories in height, and buildings or portions thereof housing such children
have an automatic fire alarm system od ted by noved smoke detectors.
4. Pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 13143.6 occupancies licensed
for protective social care which house ambulatory clients only, none of whom is a
child (under the age of18yaano).or who im elderly (05 years cf age ornvar).
When not used in accordance with Section 504.2 nr5O0.3an automatic sprinkler
system ino\eUad in accordance with Section 903.3.1.2 shall be allowed in Group
R-2.1 occupancies.
An automatic sprinkler system designed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.3
shall not beutilized in Group R-2.1 urR-4occupancies.
Sec. 9.6UId0.138- Section QU3.3�.3added.
Section 903.3.5.3 hydraulically calculated systems is hereby added as follows:
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903.3.5.3 Hydraulically calculated systems. The design of hydraulically
calculated fire sprinkler systems shall not exceed 90% of the water supply
capacity.
Exception: When static pressure exceeds 100 psi, and required by the Fire
Code Official, the fire sprinkler system shall not exceed water supply capacity
specified by Table 903.3.5.3
§ 9.60.010.140. Section 903.4 amended.
Section 903.4 Sprinkler system supervision and alarms is amended by deleting
item 3 and 5 and renumbering the Exceptions as follows:
1. Automatic sprinkler systems protecting one- and two- family dwellings.
2. Limited area systems serving fewer than 20 sprinklers.
3. Jockey pump control valves that are sealed or locked in the open position.
4. Valves controlling the fuel supply to fire pump engines that are sealed or
locked in the open position.
5. Trim valves to pressure switches in dry, preaction and deluge sprinkler
systems that are sealed or locked in the open position.
§ 9.60.010.150. Section 905.4 amended.
Section 905.4 Location of Class I standpipe hose connections is amended to
include Number 7 as follows:
7. The centerline of the 2.5 inch (63.5 mm) outlet shall be no less than 18 inches
and no more than 24 inches above the finished floor.
§ 9.60.010.160. Section 907.2.13 amended.
Section 907.2.13 High -rise buildings is amended as follows:
907.2.13 High -rise buildings and Group 1 -2 occupancies having floors
located more than 55 feet above the lowest level fire department vehicle
access. High -rise buildings and Group 1 -2 occupancies having occupied floors
located more than 55 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle
access shall be provided with an automatic smoke detection in accordance with
Section 907.2.13.1, a fire department communication system in accordance with
Section 907.2.13.2 and an emergency voice /alarm communication system in
accordance with Section 907.5.2.2
Exceptions:
1. Airport traffic control towers in accordance with Section 907.2.22 and Section
412 of the California Building Code.
2. Open parking garages in accordance with Section 406.5 of the California
Building Code.
3. Buildings with an occupancy in Group A -5 in accordance with Section 303.1
of the California Building Code.
4. Low - hazard special occupancies in accordance with Section 503.1.1 of the
California Building Code.
In Group 1 -2 and R -2.1 occupancies, the alarm shall sound at a constantly
attended location and general occupant notification shall be broadcast by the
emergency voice /alarm communication system
§ 9.60.010.170. Section 907.3.1 amended.
Section 907.3.1 Duct smoke detectors amended to read as follows
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907.3.1 Duct smoke detectors. Smoke detectors installed in ducts shall
be listed for the air velocity, temperature and humidity present in the duct.
Duct smoke detectors shall be connected to the building's fire alarm
control unit when a fire alarm system is installed. Activation of a duct
smoke detector shall initiate a visible and audible supervisory signal at a
constantly attended location and shall perform the intended fire safety
function in accordance with this code and the California Mechanical Code.
Duct smoke detectors shall not be used as a substitute for required open
area detection.
Exception: In occupancies not required to be equipped with a fire alarm
system, actuation of a smoke detector shall activate a visible and an
audible signal in an approved location. Smoke detector trouble conditions
shall activate a visible or audible signal in an approved location and shall
be identified as air duct detector trouble.
§ 9.60.010.180. Section 907.5.2.2 amended.
Section 907.5.2.2 Emergency voice /alarm communication system amended to
read as follows.
907.5.2.2 Emergency voice /alarm communication system. Emergency
voice /alarm communication system required by this code shall be designed and
installed in accordance with NFPA 72. The operation of any automatic fire
detector, sprinkler waterflow device or manual fire alarm box shall automatically
sound an alert tone followed by voice instructions giving approved information
and directions for a general or staged evacuation in accordance with the
building's fire safety and evacuation plans required by Section 404. In high -rise
buildings and Group 1 -2 occupancies having occupied floors located more than
55 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access, the system shall
operate on a minimum of the alarming floor, the floor above and the floor below.
Speakers shall be provided throughout the building by paging zones. At a
minimum, paging zones shall be provided as follows:
1. Elevator groups.
2. Exit stairways.
3. Each floor.
4. Areas of refuge as defined in Section 1002.1.
5. Dwelling Units in apartment houses.
6. Hotel guest rooms or suites.
Exception: In Group 1 -2 and R -2.1 occupancies, the alarm shall sound in a
constantly attended area and a general occupant notification shall be broadcast
over the overhead page.
§ 9.60.010.190. Section 907.6.3.2 amended.
Section 907.6.3.2 High -rise buildings amended to read as follows:
907.6.3.2 High -rise buildings. High -rise buildings and Group 1 -2 occupancies
having occupied floors located more than 55 feet above the lowest level of fire
department vehicle access, a separate zone by floor shall be provided for all of
the following types of alarm- initiating devices where provided:
1. Smoke detectors.
2. Sprinkler water -flow devices.
3. Manual fire alarm boxes
4. Other approved types of automatic detection devices or suppression systems.
§ 9.60.010.200. Section 907.6.5 amended.
Section 907.6.5 Monitoring amended to read as follows:
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007.6.5 KOwmitmdn0. Fire e|ann systems required by this chapter or by the
California Building Code shall be monitored by an approved supervising station in
accordance with NFPA 72, this oec8on, and per Orange County Fire Authority
Guideline "New and Existing Fire Alarm &Signaling Systems".
§Q.6U.010.2iO' Table 1586amended.
Table 15051 is amended, by the deletion of Table 1505.1 and the addition of a
new Table 1505.1 thereto, to read as follows:
TABLE 1605.1*
MINIMUM ROOF COVERING CLASSIFICATIONS
TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION
Fm GL 1 foot ~3O4.8 mm, 1square foot =U.0Q2Sm2.
a. Unless otherwise required in accordance with Chapter 7A.
§B.6Olnn.220. Section 15O51.3amended.
Section 1505]3 is amended, by the deletion of the entire section and the
addition ofa new section thereto, to read oofollows:
1505'1'3 Roof coverings within all other areas' The entire roof covering of
every existing s(muniuna where more than bU percent of the total roof area is
replaced within any one-year pmhod, the entire roof covering of every new
structure, and any roof covering applied in the alteration, repair or replacement of
the roof ofevery existing structune, shall be a fire-retardant roof covering that is
at least Class B.
§#.60.010-23Q.Section 1505.5 amended.
Section 1505.5is amended, by the deletion of the entire section.
§ 9.6O.01O.24Q. Section 150G.?amended.
Section 15O5.7ia amended, by the deletion of the entire section.
§ 9'6O.81O-25O. Section 18DT.1'6amended.
Section 18O7.1.6io amended to read oafollows:
1807'1'6 Prescriptive design of concrete and masonry foundation walls.
Concrete and masonry foundation walls that are laterally supported at the top
and bottom shall be permitted to be designed and constructed in accordance with
this section. Prescriptive design of foundation walls shall not be used for
structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F.
§ 9.6#.01O-260. Section 3i00.4.4amended.
Section 3109.4.4 is amended to clarify that pool barriers which are already in the
Code are mcoped so as to apply nn all private swimming pools and isVm read ea
follows:
Amend 3109.4.4.1 by adding the following definition:
PRIVATE POOL, is any constructed poo|, permanent nrportable, and over 18
inches deep which is intended for non-commercial use as swimming pool by not
more than three owner families and their guests.
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Amend 8109.4.4.2 by deleting the first paragraph in its entirety and a new
paragraph ia substituted Vo read oofollows:
3109.4.4'2 Construction permit; safety features required. Commencing
January 1. 1998. except as provided in Section 3109.4.4.5. whenever a
construction permit is issued for construction of a new private pool at a residence,
it shall have an enclosure complying with 3109.4.4.3 and, it shall be equipped
with ot least one of the following safety features:
§ 9.68JO10.270. Chapter 35amended.
NFRA13.13R.130.14 and 24 amended asfollows:
NFPA13,2M13 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems io
hereby amended aafollows:
Section 6'G'3Vs hereby revised amfollows:
6.8.3 Fire department connections (FOC) shall be of an approved type The FDC
shall contain a minimum of two %}6''inlets. The location shall be approved and be
no more than 15O feet from a public hydrant. The FDC may ba located within 15O
feet ufo phwaha fire hydrant when approved by the fire code official. The size of
piping and the number of inlets shall be approved by the fire code official. If
acceptable to the water authority, it may be installed on the bsck0m*assembly.
Fire department inlet connections shall be painted OSHA safety red, When the fire
sprinkler density design requires 5UUgpm(including inside hose stream demand)
ur greater, ora standpipe system ia included, four 2 Y2" inlets shall beprovided.
Section 8'3.3'1Us hereby revised mmfollows:
8.3.3.1. When fire sprinkler systems are installed in shell buildings of undetermined
use (Spec Buildings) other than warehouses (S occupancies), fire sprinklers of the
quick-response type shall be used. Use is considered undetermined }fa specific
hanand000upantia not identified at the time the fire sprinkler plan is submitted,
Sprinklers in light hazard occupancies shall be one of the following:
1. Quick-response type an defined in3.G.4.7
2. Residential sprinklers in accordance with the requirements ofO.4.5
3. Standard-response sprinklers used for modifications or additions to existing
light hazard systems equipped with standard-response sprinklers
4. Standard-response nphnNam used where individual standard-response
sprinklers are replaced in existing light hazard systems
Section $.17.1'1.1 is hereby added anfollows
8.17.1.1'1 Residential VVaberDmw Alarms. A local water-flow alarm shall be
provided on all sprinkler systems and shall be connected to the building fire
o|ann orwmhmpf|mm monitoring system, where provided, Group R occupancies
not requiring a fire alarm system by the California Fire Code shall be provided
with o minimum of one approved interior alarm device in each unit. Interior alarm
devices shall be required to provide 5BdBAor15dB4 above ambient, whichever
is greatar, throughout all living spaces within each unit. Sound levels in all
sleeping areas with all intervening doors closed shall be minimum of15dB4
above the average ambient sound level but not less than 75dB8, whichever is
greater. When not connected to a fire alarm or water-flow monitoring systam,
audible devices shall be powered from an uninherruptib|a circuit (except for over-
current proheobon)samingnommo||yopenatedopp||anceointhaneaidence.
Section 11.1.1-2 is hereby added asfollows:
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Ordinance Number 1634
11.1.1.2 When fire sprinkler systems are required in buildings ofundetermined
use other than warehouses, they shall be designed and installed hu have ofire
sprinkler density of not |eom than that naqu|nad for an Ordinary Hazard Group 2
use, with no reduction(s) in density or design area. Warehouse fire sprinkler
systems shall be designed to Figure 10.2.13.2 (d) oumo ''G''. Use in considered
undetermined if a specific tenant/occupant in not identified at the time the
sprinkler plan is submitted. VVhana e subsequent occupancy requires ayebam
with greater capability, it shall be the responsibility of the occupant to upgrade
the system {o the required density for the new occupancy.
Section 11��%1.1.1ha hereby added eofollows:
11��.111 The available water supply for fire sprinkler ayaham design shall be
determined by one of the following mathodo, as approved by the F|ms Code
Official:
1) Subtract the project site elevation from the low water level for the appropriate
pressure zone and multiply the result by 0.433;
2) Use a maximum of40 psi, ifavailable;
3) Utilize the Orange County Fire Authority water-flow test form/directions to
document flow test conducted by the local water agency or an approved third
party licensed in the State ufCalifornia.
Section 23.3-t1d/ hereby revised aofollows:
Section 23.2.1.1 Where a waterOmw test is used for the purposes of system
design, the test shall be conducted no more than 8 mno(ho prior to working plan
submittal unless otherwise approved by the authority having jurisdiction.
NFPA 13R 2013 Edition, Installation of Sprinkler System in Residential
Occupancies apto and Including Four Stories in Height is hereby amended
as follows:
Section 6.16.1 io hereby revised asfollows:
6.16.1 & local water-flow alarms shall bo provided onall sprinkler systems and
shall be connected to the building fire alarm or vva\ar-Omw monitoring system
where provided. Group R occupancies containing |ona than the number of
oburies, dwelling units or occupant load specified in the California Fire Code as
requiring o fire alarm system shall be provided with a minimum of one approved
interior alarm device in each unit. Interior alarm devices shall be required to
provide 55dBA or 15dBA above ambient, whichever iogreater, throughout all
living spaces within each dwelling unit. Sound levels in all sleeping areas with all
intervening doors closed aheU be e minimum of 15 dBA above the average
ambient sound |ava| but not |aan than 75 dB4. whichever is greater. When not
connected to o fima alarm or water-flow monitoring systom, audible devices shall
be powered from an uninterruphb|a circuit (except for over-current protection)
serving normally operated appliances in the residence.
There shall also be a minimum of one exterior alarm indicating device, listed for
outside service and audible from the access roadway that serves that building.
NFPA13D 3013 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems
in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes is hereby
amended as follows:
Section 4.1.3 is hereby added as follows:
4.1.3 Stock of Spare Sprinklers
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Ordinance Number 1634
Section 4L1.3.1is hereby added msfollows:
4.1��.A supply ofod least two sprinklers for each type shall ba maintained on
the premises oo that any sprinklers that have operated or been damaged inany
way can bm promptly replaced.
Section 4'1.3'2ia hereby added aafollows:
4'1'3'2 The sprinklers shall correspond to the types and temperature ratings of
the sprinklers |n the property.
Section 4.1.3.3io hereby added asfollows:
4.1.3.3 The sprinklers shall be kept in a cabinet located where the temperature to
which they are subjected will atno time exceed 1OO»F(38*C).
Section 4.1.3.4io hereby added asfollows:
4.1.3.4 A special sprinkler wrench shall be provided and kept in the cabinet to be
used in the removal and installation of sprinklers. One sprinkler wrench shall be
provided for each type of sprinkler installed.
Section 7.1.2iu hereby revised asfollows:
7.1'2 The uyobam piping shall not have a separate nunbn| valve un|oma
supervised by a central station, proprietary, or remote station alarm service.
Section 7.6iu hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced aafollows:
7.6 Alarms. Exterior alarm indicating device shall be listed for outside service
and audible from the street from which the house is addressed. Exterior audible
devices shall be placed on the front or side of the structure and the location is
subject ho final approval by the fire code official. Additional interior alarm devices
ohoU be required to provide 55 dB4nr 15 dBA above ambient, whichever is
gnaater. throughout all living spaces. Sound |eva|n in all sleeping areas with all
intervening doors closed shall be o minimum of 15 d8A above the average
ambient mound level but not less than 75 dB& whichever in greater. Audible
devices shall be powered from an uninterruptib|e circuit (except forovapcurront
protection) serving normally operated appliances in the residence.
Exceptions:
When an approved water flow monitoring system is insto||md, interior audible
devices may be powered through the fire alarm control panel.
When smoke detectors specified under CBC Section 907.2.11 are used tosound
an alarm upon watedlmw switch activation.
NFPA14,2813 Edition, Installation mf Standpipe and Hose Systems iahereby
amended as follows:
Section 7'3'1'1 is hereby is deleted in its entirety and replaced oafollows:
7'3'1'1 Class | and ||| Standpipe hose connections nhoU be unobstructed and
shall be located not less than 18 inches or more than 24 inches above the
finished floor. Class 11 Standpipe hose connections shall be unobstructed and
shall be located not less than 3 feet or more than 5 feet above the finished floor.
NFPA 24, 2013 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service
Mains and Their Appurtenances is hereby amended as follows:
Section 6.2.1.1 is hereby added oefollows:
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6.2.11 The closest upstream indicating valve io the riser shall be painted OSHA
red.
Section 6.2.11 (5) is hereby deleted without replacement and (6) and (7)
renumbered:
(5) Control Valves installed in fime'n*&ad room accessible from the exterior.
(0) Control valves in o fire-rated stair enclosure accessible from the exterior as
permitted by the authority having jurisdiction.
Section G-3.3io herby added asfollows:
Section 6.3.3 All post indicator valves controlling fina suppression water supplies
shall be painted OSHA red.
Section 1O.1.6.3im hereby added esfollows:
10.1.6.3 All ferrous pipe shall be coated and wrapped, Joints nho|| be coated and
wrapped after assembly. All fittings shall be protected with a loose 8-mil
polyethylene tuba. The ends of the tube shall extend past the joint by o minimum
of 12 inches and be sealed with 2 inch wide tape approved for underground use.
Galvanizing does not meet the requirements of this section.
Exception: 3O4or318 Stainless Steel pipe and fittings
Section 1O.3.6-3|s hereby revised as follows:
10.3.6.2 All bolted joint accessories shall be cleaned and thoroughly coated with
asphalt or other corrosion-retarding matuha|, prior to pn|y-tube, and after
installation.
Exception: Bolted joint accessories made from 3O4or31O stainless steel.
Section 1D'3.G.8in hereby added anfollows:
10.3.6.3A|| bolts used in pipe-joint assembly shall be 316 stainless steel.
Section 10.6.3.1ia hereby deleted and replaced amfollows:
10.6.3.1 VVheva fire aemioo mains enter the building acUouant to the foundaUnn,
the pipe may run under a building toa maximum of24 inches, ao measured from
the interior face of the exterior wall to the center of the vertical pipe. The pipe
under the building or building foundation shall be 304 or 318 stainless steel and
shall not contain mechanical joints ori1 shall comply with 10.O.2.
Section 10.6.4io hereby revised asfollows:
10.6.4 Pipe joints shall not be located under foundation footings. The pipe under
the building or building foundation shall be 304 or 316 stainless ot*o| and ahe||
not contain mechanical joints.
Section 5. New Section 9.60.020 is hereby added to Chapter 9.60 of Title 9 of the
Seal Beach Municipal Code Vo read unfollows:
§ 9.60.020 Residential Code.
8.6O.O2O.010 Residential Code — adopted byreference.
9.GU.U20.O2D Chapter 1amended.
A.6l02O.03O Table R3O1.2(1)amended.
Ordinance Number 1634
9.60.00.04 Section R3O&.6 exception amended.
0.60.020.050 Section R3131 exception amended.
Q.80D2O.O8O Section R313.2 exception amended.
O.GO.O2O.O7O Section R3133.622amended.
0.GO.O2O.OQO Section R318amended.
0.6O.O2O.O9O Section R4O3.1amended.
O.S0.02O.1OO Section R4O5.1amended.
9.0D,D2O.11O Table RSO2.1O.3(3)amended.
0.GO.O2O.12O Section R9O2.1amended.
9.60.020.130 Section R9O2.1.3amended.
9.60.020.140 Section R9O2.2amended.
9.60.020.150 Section R1O01.13added.
9.60.020.160 Chapter 44.NFPA13amended.
9.00.020.170 Chapter 44.NFP413Ramended.
9.80.020.180 Chapter 44.NFPA13Oamended.
9.6O.O2n.O1n Residential Code — -adopted byreference.
(a) The City Council of the City ofSeal Beach hereby adopts by reference the
California Residential Code specified in Section A.8U.005.O10nfChapter 9.60 of
Title & of this Code, except such portions as are de|o0od, modifiod, or amended
as set forth in this chapter. Said Code is adopted and incorporated as if fully set
forth herein.
(b) The purpose of this Code ioho prescribe regulations for the protection ofthe
public health and safety and to establish minimum regulations for the erecion,
insta||otion, alteration, repair, ne|ocabon, nyplomamen1, maintenance of one-and-
two family dwelling units not exceeding three ahuheo in height and separate
means ufegress.
State law references: Adoption by reference, Government Code § 500221 e(
seq.
§ 9.60.020.020. Chapter 1 amended.
The text within Chapter 1is deleted and replaced with the following:
Chapter
Administrative Provisions
Section 101. For administrative provisions for this Code, see Sec. QBO.005.O4D.
§ 9.6U.o20.o3u. Table R301'2(i) amended.
Table R3O1.2(1) amended hu read esfollows:
TABLE R301.2(i)
CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA
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Ordinance Number 1634
RrS|: 1 pound per square foot =D.O4rexpa.1 mile per hour =0.447m/s.
a. Weathering may require a higher strength concrete or grade of masonry than necessary to
satisfy the structural requirements of this code. The weathering column shall be filled in with
the weathering index (i.e., "negligible," "moderate' or "severe") for concrete as determined
from the Weathering Probability Map (Figure R301.2(3)]. The grade of masonry units shall be
b. The frost line depth may require deeper footings than indicated in Figure R4Oo1(1).The
jurisdiction shall fill in the frost line depth column with the minimum depth of footing below
finish grade.
u. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table tn indicate the need for protection depending
on whether there has been a history of local subterranean termite damage.
d. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the wind speed from the basic wind speed
map [Figure n3O|.2 exposure category shall be determined ona site-specific basis
in accordance with Section R301.2J.4.
e. The outdoor design d b|b temperature shall be selected hn the ol r97112-percent
values for winter from Appendix D of the California Plumbing Code. Deviations from the
Appendix D temperatures shall be permitted to reflect local climates or local weather
experience as determined by the building official.
[ The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the seismic design category determined
from Section R301.2.21.
O� The jurisdiction shall fill in this part nf the table with(a)mod teof8mjurisdiction's into
the National Fl g Insurance p of the first 8u
management o,flood hazard areao/, p/ the ootn(qmthe ,/mm Insurance Study and (c) the
panel numbers and dates of all currently effective FIRMs and FBFMs or other flood hazard
map adopted b the authority having jurisdiction, aaamended.
b. {n accordance with Sections R90o.zz1.R9On.4.3.1.R9O5.5.31.n9On.O3.1.R805I31and
RV05.8.a./. where there has been u history uf local damage from the effects of ice damming,
the jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with "YES." Otherwise, the jurisdiction shall fill
m this part mf the table with ^ND.^
i Thejurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the 1 00-year return period air freezing
|ndox(B from Figure R4Va.3(u)m from momO (90%) value on the National
Climatic Data Center data table "Air Freezing Index- USA Method (Base 3c`)^at
). The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the mean annual temperature from the
National Climatic Data Center data table "Air Freezing |nde»mSA Method (Base 32~F)^o\
k� In accordance with Section R301.2.1.5, where there is local historical data documenting
structural dama to buildings due m topographic wind speed-up effects, the jurisdiction shall
fill in this part of the table with "YES." Otherwise, the jurisdiction shall indicate "NO" in this
part of the table.
§ 9.68.02Q.04U' Section R309.6 exception amended.
Section R309.6 exception amended to read as follows:
Exception: An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall not be required
when additions ur alterations are made to existing carports and/or garages that
do not have an automatic fire sprinkler system installed unless a sprinkler system
io required in accordance with California Fire Code Section 9O32.8.
§ 9'60.Q20'05@. Section R313j exception amended.
Section R313.1 exception amended 10 read aofollows:
Exception: An automatic residential fina sprinkler system shall not be required
when additions or alterations any made to existing townhouses that du not have
an automatic fire sprinkler system installed unless a sprinkler system is required
in accordance with California Fire Code Section 903.2.8.
§ 9.60.020.068' Section R313.2 exception amended.
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Ordinance Number 1634
Section R313.2 exception amended hn read aafollows:
Exception: An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall not be required
for additions or alterations to existing buildings that are not already provided with
on automatic sprinkler system unless a sprinkler system is required in
accordance with California Fire Code Section 903.2.8.
§0.6B.02$'8Ta'Section R313.3.6.2.2 amended.
Section H313.3.622 amended tu read aofollows:
Section R313.3.6.2.2 Calculation procedure. Determination of the required
size for water distribution piping shall bein accordance with the following
procedure and California Fire Code Section 903.3.5,3,
§8.G0.020.UWM Section R319amended.
Section R319 amended bo read asfollows:
R319 Site Address. New and existing buildings ahoU have approved address
numberm, 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 contrast with their background. Where required by
the fire code official, address numbers shall be provided in additional approved
locations ho facilitate emergency response. Address numbers shall be Arabic
numbers or alphabetical letters. Numbers shall beu minimum of4 inches (1O1.6
mm) high with a minimum stroke width of 0.5 inch (12.7 mm). Where access is by
means cdo 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.
Address numbers shall bamaintained.
§ 9.60.020.090. Section R403.1 amended.
Section R4O3.13 amended by deleting the exception for masonry stem walls.
§ 9.60.020.100. Section R405.1 amended.
Section R4051 amended by deleting the exception.
§9.60.028'110. Table R602.10.3(3) amended.
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Ordinance Number 1834
Table RGU21(l3(3) amended hm read osfollows:
TABLE 14602.110,11(3),
BRACIING REQUIREMENTS BASED ON SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY
SOIL CLASS D'
WALL HEIGKT - 10 FEET
10 PST FLOOR OF-AD LOAD
MINIMUM
TOTAL LENGTH
(FEET) OF BRACED WALL PANELS
16 PSF ROCIFICEILING DEAD LOAD
REQUIRED
ALONG
EACH BRACEOWALL LINE'
BRACED WALL LINE SPACING i� 25 FEET
SsfsaUc 0"Itin
Braced Waft
Methods
Methods
CS-Wsp
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Pas, PCP
WSP
30
NP
115
13.5
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120
110
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1 &0
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115
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Ordinance Number 1634
TABLE R602.10.3(3j -- continued
BRACING REQUIREMENTS BASED ON SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY
SOIL CLASS Db
WALL HEIGHT = 10 FEET
10 PSF FLOOR OR DEAD LOAD
MINIMUM TOTAL LENGTH (FEET) OF BRACED WALL PANELS
15 PSF ROOF/CEILING DEAD LOAD
REQUIRED ALONG EACH BRACED WALL LINE'
BRACED WALL LINE SPACING `- 25 FEET
Methods
SaCate Decran
Braced Wall
a
DWB, SFB.
Method
Methods
Category
Story Location
Line Length
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31.4
FYY M: I inch - 2 .4 mm. I fall = 3101 mm. I fxwmi fxr squaw furl = 0,474 kPa.
a, Linear interpolation xhall FM fra-Ikd.
h. Wall hrra<`ing 1-ngths art [rased on a soil "W d- *T) - ImerpoWt- 1f bracing, iength bctwc- the S. values - wioted with the Seismic D Vo Categpries
dull be perindtcd w$wn a sit specific SM c aloe is determined in accordmi a wah Sion 1613.3 4 the lammuaiovnl 8.a'dfng Code.
e. Melhcd LIB shall liase gypsum hi-d favt -,d w m lean ilnz silo with units ur wre., f- Table R601 30 i for exterior sheathing or Table 11702 .3,% for
lmeoor gypsum fe +are[. Syt wing 4 faslencn at prowl edges shall not exttcd S iat-
d, Mcthcd CS -SIFR applic m SDC C only.
e. Methods GB and PCP braced well panel hfw ratio shall not exceed 1'1 in SDC D0, DI or D2. Methods GlyB, SFB, PBS, and HIPS are not premIted in SDC D0, DI,
or D2.
§ 9.60.020.120. Section R902.1 amended.
Section R902.1 amended to allow only class A or B roofs as follows:
R902.1 Roofing covering materials. Roofs shall be covered with materials as
set forth in Sections R904 and R905. A minimum Class A or B roofing shall be
installed in areas designated by this section. Classes A or B roofing required by
this section to be listed shall be tested in accordance with LIL 790 or ASTM E
108.
Exceptions:
1. Class A roof assemblies include those with coverings of brick, masonry and
exposed concrete roof deck.
2. Class A roof assemblies also include ferrous or copper shingles or sheets,
metal sheets and shingles, clay or concrete roof tile, or slate installed on
noncombustible decks.
§ 9.60.020.130. Section R902.1.3 amended.
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Section H8O2].3 amended tn require a minimum Class B roof emfollows:
R902.11.3 Roof coverings within all other areas. The entire roof covering of
every existing structure where more than 50 percent ofthe total roof area is
replaced within any one-year pehod. the entire roof covering of every new
structure, and any roof covering applied in the alteration, repair or replacement of
the roof ofevery existing dmuoiunn` shall be fire-retardant roof covering that is
at least Class B.
§ 9'60.020'140. Section R902.2 amended.
Section RA02.2. first paragraph amended bo allow only Class AnrB treated wood
roofs asfollows:
R902.2 Fire-retardant-treated shingles and shakes. Fire-retardant-treated
wood shakes and shingles are wood shakes and shingles complying with UBC
Standard 15-3 or 15-4 which are impregnated by the full-cell vacuum-pressure
process with fire-retardant chemicals, and which have been qualified by UBU
Standard 15-2 for use on Class AorBroofs.
§ 9.60.020.150. Section R1OO1.13added.
Section R1OU1.13 Chimney spark arresters added to read follows:
R1001.13 Chimney spark arresters. All chimneys attached 0u any appliance or
fireplace that burns solid fuel shall be equipped with an approved spark arrester.
Chimneys serving outdoor appliances or finap|acao shall be equipped with a
spark anaahmr. The spark onaoher ohuU meet the requirements of Section
2113.8.2of the California Building Code.
§Q.60.02O'1@O' Chapter 44, NFPA 13 amended.
NFPA13.2U13 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems
amended mafollows:
0.8.3 Fire department connections (FDC) shall beofan approved type. The FQC
shall contain o minimum of two 2 Y2" inlets. The location shall be approved and be
no more than l5O feet from a public hydrant. The FDC may be located within 15O
feet nfa private fire hydrant when approved by the hvu node official. The size of
piping and the number ofinlets shall be approved by the fire code official. If
acceptable to the water outhority, it may be installed on the baokOmw assembly.
Fire department inlet connections shall be painted OSHA red. When the fire
sprinkler density design requires 500 Qprn (including inside hose stream demand)
or greater, or a standpipe system is included, four 2 1/2" inlets shall be provided.
Section 8.3.3.1 amended to read as follows:
0'2'2'1. When fire sprinkler systems are installed inshell buildings nfundetermined
use Buildings) other than warehouses (8ououpanuies). fire sprinklers ofthe
quick-response type shall be used. Use is considered undetermined if specific
henantbccupentia not identified at the time the fire sprinkler plan is submitted.
Sprinklers in light hazard occupancies shall b* one of the following:
1. Quick-response type oe defined in3.8.4.7
2. Residential sprinklers in accordance with the requirements of8.4.5
Standard-response sprinklers used for modifications or additions N existing light
hazard systems equipped with standard-response sprinklers
Standard-response sprinklers used where individual standard-response sprinklers
are replaced in existing light hazard systems
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Section 8.17.1.1.1 added to read as follows
8.17.1.1.1 Residential Waterflow Alarms. A local water -flow alarm shall be
provided on all sprinkler systems and shall be connected to the building fire
alarm or water -flow monitoring system, where provided. Group R occupancies
not requiring a fire alarm system by the California Fire Code shall be provided
with a minimum of one approved interior alarm device in each unit. Interior alarm
devices shall be required to provide 55 dBA or 15 dBA above ambient, whichever
is greater, throughout all living spaces within each unit. Sound levels in all
sleeping areas with all intervening doors closed shall be a minimum of 15 dBA
above the average ambient sound level but not less than 75 dBA, whichever is
greater. When not connected to a fire alarm or water -flow monitoring system,
audible devices shall be powered from an uninterruptible circuit (except for over -
current protection) serving normally operated appliances in the residence.
Section 11.1.1.2 added to read as follows:
11.1.1.2 When fire sprinkler systems are required in buildings of undetermined
use other than warehouses, they shall be designed and installed to have a fire
sprinkler density of not less than that required for an Ordinary Hazard Group 2
use, with no reduction(s) in density or design area. Warehouse fire sprinkler
systems shall be designed to Figure 16.2.1.3.2 (d) curve "G ". Use is considered
undetermined if a specific tenant/occupant is not identified at the time the
sprinkler plan is submitted. Where a subsequent occupancy requires a system
with greater capability, it shall be the responsibility of the occupant to upgrade
the system to the required density for the new occupancy.
Section 11.2.3.1.1.1 added to read as follows:
11.2.3.1.1.1 The available water supply for fire sprinkler system design shall be
determined by one of the following methods, as approved by the Fire Code
Official:
Subtract the project site elevation from the low water level for the appropriate
pressure zone and multiply the result by 0.433;
1) Use a maximum of 40 psi, if available;
Utilize the Orange County Fire Authority water -flow test form /directions to
document a flow test conducted by the local water agency or an approved third
party licensed in the State of California.
Section 23.2.1.1 amended to read as follows:
Section 23.2.1.1 Where a waterflow test is used for the purposes of system
design, the test shall be conducted no more than 6 months prior to working plan
submittal unless otherwise approved by the authority having jurisdiction.
§ 9.60.020.170. Chapter 44, NFPA 13R amended.
NFPA 13R, 2013 Edition, Installation of Sprinkler System in Residential
Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height amended as follows:
Section 6.16.1 amended to read as follows:
6.16.1 A local water -flow alarms shall be provided on all sprinkler systems and
shall be connected to the building fire alarm or water -flow monitoring system
where provided. Group R occupancies containing less than the number of
stories, dwelling units or occupant load specified in the California Fire Code as
requiring a fire alarm system shall be provided with a minimum of one approved
interior alarm device in each unit. Interior alarm devices shall be required to
provide 55 dBA or 15 dBA above ambient, whichever is greater, throughout all
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living spaces within each dwelling unit. Sound levels in all sleeping areas with all
intervening doors closed shall be a minimum of 15 dBA above the average
ambient sound level but not less than 75 dBA, whichever is greater. When not
connected to a fire alarm or water -flow monitoring system, audible devices shall
be powered from an uninterruptible circuit (except for over - current protection)
serving normally operated appliances in the residence.
There shall also be a minimum of one exterior alarm indicating device, listed for
outside service and audible from the access roadway that serves that building.
§ 9.60.020.180. Chapter 44, NFPA 13D amended.
NFPA 13D 2013 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in
One - and - Two - Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes amended as follows:
Section 4.1.3 added to read as follows:
4.1.3 Stock of Spare Sprinklers
4.1.3.1. A supply of at least two sprinklers for each type shall be maintained on
the premises so that any sprinklers that have operated or been damaged in any
way can be promptly replaced.
4.1.3.2 The sprinklers shall correspond to the types and temperature ratings of
the sprinklers in the property.
4.1.3.3 The sprinklers shall be kept in a cabinet located where the temperature to
which they are subjected will at no time exceed 100 °F (38 °C).
4.1.3.4 A special sprinkler wrench shall be provided and kept in the cabinet to be
used in the removal and installation of sprinklers. One sprinkler wrench shall be
provided for each type of sprinkler installed.
Section 7.1.2 amended to read as follows:
7.1.2 The system piping shall not have a separate control valve unless
supervised by a central station, proprietary, or remote station alarm service.
Section 7.6 amended to read as follows:
7.6 Alarms. Exterior alarm indicating device shall be listed for outside service
and audible from the street from which the house is addressed. Exterior audible
devices shall be placed on the front or side of the structure and the location is
subject to final approval by the fire code official. Additional interior alarm devices
shall be required to provide 55 dBA or 15 dBA above ambient, whichever is
greater, throughout all living spaces. Sound levels in all sleeping areas with all
intervening doors closed shall be a minimum of 15 dBA above the average
ambient sound level but not less than 75 dBA, whichever is greater. Audible
devices shall be powered from an uninterruptible circuit (except for over - current
protection) serving normally operated appliances in the residence.
Exceptions:
When an approved water flow monitoring system is installed, interior audible
devices may be powered through the fire alarm control panel.
When smoke detectors specified under CBC Section 907.2.11 are used to sound
an alarm upon waterflow switch activation.
Section 6. New Section 9.60.030 is hereby added to Chapter 9.60 of Title 9 to
read as follows:
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§$.60.O3o Electrical Code.
9.0O.O3U.O1O Electrical Code — adopted byreference.
Q.6O.O3O.O2D Chapter 1amended.
Q.GO.O3O.O3O Article 31O.2(B)amended,
Q.GO.O30.U40 Article 310amended.
§Sf0.03O.01O Electrical Code — adopted byreference.
(a) The City Council of the City of Seal Beach hereby adopts by reference the
California Electrical Code specified in Section 9.60.005.010 of Chapter 9.60 of
Title 8 of the Seal Beach Municipal Code, exom[d such portions as are deleted,
modified, or amended an set forth in this chapter. Said Code is adopted and
incorporated asif fully set forth herein.
(b) The purpose of the Code is to prescribe regulations for the instaUation,
arrangement, a|1onaUon, repoir, use and other opecafion of e\octhoo| wiring,
connections, fixtureeand other electrical appliances on premises within the City.
State law references: Adoption by reference, Government Code §50O22.1 et
saq.
§ 9-60-030.028. Chapter amended.
The text within Chapter 1 is deleted and replaced with the following:
Chapter
Administrative Provisions
Section 101, For administrative provisions for this Code, see §9.0O.0}5.O4O.
§0'60'U3o.03O. Article 310.2(B) amended.
Article 310.2(B) is hereby amended, by the addition of a second paragraph, to read
as follows:
"Copper wire will be used for wiring No. 0 and smaller in all installation.
Consideration for use of aluminum wiring can be made by the Public Works
Director for feeder lines only on on individual basis where adequate mab*h/
measures can beensured."
§ 9'60.03D.04O. Article 310amended.
Article 310 is amended, by addition of a new Article 310-12 1, to read as follows:
^3i0-12i Continuous inspection of aluminum wiring.
Aluminum conductors ofNo. six (8)or smaller used for branch circuits will require
continuous inspection by an independent testing agency approved by the Building
Official for proper torquing of connections a( their termination point."
Section 7. New Section 9.60.040 is hereby added to Chapter 8.00 of Title 8 of
the Seal Beach Municipal Code to read aafollows:
§R.6D.040 Mechanical Code
Q.00.U4UD1O Mechanical Code — adopted byreference.
Q.8O.O4OD2O Chapter 1 amended.
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§0.6O.04O.O10 Meuhamkoa|Cmde — mdoptedbyreferonom'
(a) The City Council of the City of Seal Beach hereby adopts by reference the
California Mechanical Code specified in Section Q.8O.0U5D1Uof Chapter 9.60 of
Title Q of this CVde, except such portions as are daAeted, mudified, or amended
as set forth in this chapter. Said Coda is adopted and incorporated as if fully set
forth herein.
(b) The purpose nf this Code intn prescribe regulations for the protection ofthe
public health and safety and to establish minimum regulations for the installation,
alteration, design, construction, quality of materials, location, operation, and
maintenance ofheating, vend|aUng, comfort cooling, refrigeration ayuhema,
incinerators and other mioca||unaouuheat-pnoduoingapp|ianceawithintheCity.
State |avv references: Adoption by reference, Government Code § 50022.1 et
seq.
§#.$0.$40.020- Chapter 1 amended.
The text within Chapter 1 is deleted and replaced with the following:
Chapter
Administrative Provisions
Section 101. For administrative provisions for this Code, see Sec. 0.60805.O40.
Section 8. New Section Q.60.O5Oiu hereby added ho Chapter Q8Oof Title Qofthe
Seal Beach Municipal Code bo read aafollows:
§ 9.60.U5$ Plumbing Code
08O.U5U.O1D Plumbing Code — adopted byreference.
Q.60.05O.O2O Chapter 1amended.
§ 9.60.050.010 Plumbing Code -- adopted by reference.
(a) The City Council of the City of Seal Beach hereby adopts by reference the
California Plumbing Code specified in Section 9.60.005.010 of Chapter 9.60 of
Title 9 of this Code, except such portions as are deleted, modified, or amended
as set forth in this chapter. Said Code is adopted and incorporated as if fully set
forth herein.
(b) The purpose of this Coda is to prescribe noAu|aUone for the protection of the
public health and safety and to establish minimum regulations for the araoUun'
innhaUadon, alteration, rapair, ma|oca1ion, replacement, maintenance or use of
plumbing systems within the City.
State law references: Adoption by reference, Government Code §50O22.1ct
seq.
§W.@O.058.020. Chapter 1 amended.
The text within Chapter 1is deleted and replaced with the following:
Chapter
Administrative Provisions
Section 101. For administrative provisions for this Code, see Sec. g.68.005.U4O.
Section 9. New Section 8.8O.O60{s hereby added ho Chapter Q.80uf Title Qofthe
Seal Beach Municipal Code bz read asfollows:
Ordinance Number 1634
§ 9.60.060 Energy Code
9.60.060.010 Energy Code -- adopted by reference,
9.60.060.020 Chapter 1 amended,
(a) The City Council of the City of Seal Beach hereby adopts by reference the
California Energy Code specified in Section 9.60.005.010 of Chapter 9.60 of Title
9 of this Code, except such portions as are deleted, modified, or amended as set
forth in this chapter. Said Code is adopted and incorporated as if fully set forth
herein,
(b) The purpose of this Code ioto prescribe regulations for the protection ofthe
public health and safety and to establish minimum regulations for energy
effioiencyof buildings within the City.
State law references: Adoption by reference, Government Code §5O032.let
seq.
§Q'6V.W6W.02Q' Chapter I amended.
The text within Chapter 1is deleted and replaced with the following:
Chapter
Administrative Provisions
Section 101. For administrative provisions for this Code, see Sec. 9.60.005.040.
Section 10. New Section 0.GO87Ois hereby added to Chapter Q.60of Title Qofthe
Seal Beach Municipal Code tu read asfollows:
§B.8O.0TD Historical Building Code
9.60.070.010 Historical Bui|dingCodm — odoptad by reference.
Q.8O.070.020 Chapter 1amended.
0.60.070'010 Historical Building Code —adopted by reference.
(a) The City Council of the City ofSeal Beach hereby adopts the California
Historical Building Code specified in Section 9.60.005.010 of Chapter 9.60 of
Title Qofthis Code, except such portions as are de|eted, modified, or amended
as set forth in this chapter. Said Code is adopted and incorporated as if fully set
forth herein.
(b) The purpose of this Code iaha prescribe regulations for the protection ofthe
public health and safety and to establish minimum regulations for preservation of
historical buildings within the City.
Stmt* law references: Adoption by reference. Government Code § 50022.1 e1
seq.
§ 9.60.0T0.020. Chapter Yamended.
The text within Chapter 1ia deleted and replaced with the following:
Chapter
Administrative Provisions
Section 101. For administrative provisions for this Code, see Sec. 9.6Ol)0iO4U.
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Section 11. New Section Q.60.080 is hereby added to Chapter 9.60 of Title Qofthe
Seal Beach Municipal Code to read esfollows:
§ 9.60.M80 Existing Building Code
9.O0.080.O10 Existing Building Code — adopted byreference.
Q.8D.D8D.O28 Chapter 1amended.
9.68'08$.010 Existing Building Code — adoptmd by reference.
(o) The Qh/ Council of the City of Seal Beach hereby adopts by reference the
California Existing Building Code specified in Section 8.00.005.010 of Chapter
9.00 cf Title O of this Code, except such portions es are deleted, modified, or
amended au set forth in this chapter. Said Code |n adopted and incorporated aoif
fully set forth herein.
(b) The purpose of this Code ioio prescribe regulations for the protection nfthe
public health and safety and to establish minimum regulations for existing
buildings within the City.
State law references: Adoption by reference, Government Code §50822.1et
--`.
§ 9.60.080.020. Chapter I amended.
The text within Chapter 1 is deleted and replaced with the following:
Chapter
Administrative Provisions
Section 101. For administrative provisions for this Code, see Sec. O.8O.0O5.O40.
Section 12. New Section 0.SO.000ia hereby added ho Chapter Q.00of Title Qofthe
Seal Beach Municipal Code ho read asfollows:
§ 9.60.090 Gmyom Building Standards Code
S.80.080.O1O Green Building Standards Code — adopted byreference.
9.50.000.U2U Chapter 1amended.
A.80.080.O30 Section 202amended.
8.80.000.84O Section 4.304.1amended.
§0.Q0.090.O10. Green Building Standards Codm — adwptwd by reference.
(o) The City Council of the City ofSeal Beach hereby adopts by reference the
mandatory provisions uf the California Green Building Standards Code specified
in Section 9.00.005.010 of Chapter 9.60 of Title Q of this Code, except such
portions as are do|etod, modifind, or amended as set forth in this chapter. Said
Code io adopted and incorporated eeJ fully set forth herein.
(b) The purpose of this Coda is to prescribe regulations forth* protection of the
public health and safety and to establish minimum regulations for reducing the
environmental impact of buildings within the City.
State law references: Adoption by reference, Government Code §50022.1*\
nml.
§0.6Q.090.020. Chapter Iamended.
The text within Chapter 1is deleted and replaced with the following:
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Chapter 1
Administrative Provisions
Section 101. For administrative provisions for this Code, see Sec. 9.60.005.040.
§ 9.60.090.030. Section 202 amended.
Section 202 is amended by adding the following definition:
Sustainability. Consideration of present development and construction impacts on
the community, the economy, and the environment without compromising the
needs of the future.
§ 9.60.090.040. Section 4.304.1 amended.
Section 4.304.1 is deleted and replaced as follows:
4.304.1 Irrigation controllers. Automatic irrigation system controllers for
landscaping provided and installed at the time of final inspection and shall comply
with the following:
Controllers shall be weather or soil moisture -based irrigation controllers that
automatically adjust irrigation in response to changes in plants' needs as weather
conditions change.
a) Weather -based controllers without integral rain sensors or communication
systems that account for local rainfall shall have a separate wired or wireless
rain sensor which connects of communicates with the controller(s). Soil
moisture -based controllers are not required to have rain sensor input.
Section 13. New Section 9.60.100 is hereby added to Chapter 9.60 of Title 9 of the
Seal Beach Municipal Code to read as follows:
§ 9.60.100 Referenced Standards Code
9.60.100.010 Referenced Standards Code -- adopted by reference.
9.60.100.020 Chapter 1 amended.
9.60.100.010 Referenced Standards Code -- adopted by reference.
(a) The City Council of the City of Seal Beach hereby adopts by reference the
California Referenced Standards Code specified in Section 9.60.005.010 of
Chapter 9.60 of Title 9 of this Code, except such portions as are deleted,
modified, or amended as set forth in this chapter. Said Code is adopted and
incorporated as if fully set forth herein.
(b) The purpose of this Code is to provide specific referenced standard adopted
as state standards.
State law references: Adoption by reference, Government Code § 50022.1 et
seq.
§ 9.60.100.020. Chapter 1 amended.
The text within Chapter 1 is deleted and replaced with the following:
Chapter 1
Administrative Provisions
Section 101. For administrative provisions for this Code, see Sec. 9.60.005.040.
Section 14. New Section 9.60.110 is hereby added to Chapter 9.60 of Title 9 of the
Seal Beach Municipal Code to read as follows:
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§ 9.60.110 Pool and Spa Code
9.60.110.010 Pool and Spa Code -- adopted by reference.
9.60.110.020 Chapter 1 amended.
9.60.110.010 Pool and Spa Code -- adopted by reference.
(a) The City Council of the City of Seal Beach hereby adopts by reference the
International Pool and Spa Code as published by the International Code Council
and specified in Section 9.60.005.010 of Chapter 9.60 of Title 9 of this Code,
except such portions as are deleted, modified, or amended as set forth in this
chapter. Said Code is adopted and incorporated as if fully set forth herein.
(b) The purpose of this Code is to prescribe regulations for the protection of the
public health and safety and to establish minimum regulations for pools and spas
within the City.
State law references: Adoption by reference, Government Code § 50022.1 et
seq.
§ 9.60.110.020. Chapter 1 amended.
The text within Chapter 1 is deleted and replaced with the following:
Chapter 1
Administrative Provisions
Section 101. For administrative provisions for this Code, see Sec. 9.60.005.040.
Section 15. New Section 9.60.120 is hereby added to Chapter 9.60 of Title 9 of the
Seal Beach Municipal Code to read as follows:
§ 9.60.120 Fire Code
9.60.120.010 Fire Code -- adopted by reference.
9.60.120.020 Section 109.4 amended.
9.60.120.030 Sections 109.4.2 amended.
9.60.120.040 Sections 109.4.3 amended.
9.60.120.050 Section 202 amended.
9.60.120.060 Section 304.1.2 amended.
9.60.120.070 Section 305.5 amended.
9.60.120.080 Section 326 added.
9.60.120.090 Chapter 4 amended.
9.60.120.100 Section 503.2.1 amended.
9.60.120.110 Section 505.1 amended.
9.60.120.120 Section 510.1 amended.
9.60.120.130 Sections 510.2, 510.3, 510.4, 510.5, and 510.6 deleted.
9.60.120.140 Section 608.1 amended.
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9.60AM 150 Section 608. 10 added,
9.60.120,160 Section 903.2 amended.
9.60.120.180 Section 903.3.5.3 added.
9.60.120.190 Section 903.4 amended.
A.0l120.20O Section QO5.4amended.
A.6l12O.21D Section 007.213amended.
8.GO.12O.22U Section 0O7.3.1amended.
9.60.120.230 Section 907.5.2.2 amended.
S.80.12U.24O Section A07.8.3.2amended.
S.80.12O.25O Section 0O7.8.5amended.
9,60,120.270 Section 2008 added.
9.60,120.280 Chapter 25 added.
8�0,12O.2UO Chapter 26added.
Q.8O.13O.3O0 Section 28012amended.
Q.8D.12D31O Section 28D82amended.
Q.0U.12O.32O Section 28O8.3amended.
A.8O.12O.33D Section 2808.7amended.
0.80.120.34D Section 2808.9amended.
9.6U.12O.35D Section 2808.11amended.
9.80.12O.3OO Section 28O8.11.1 added.
8.80.12O37O Section 2808.11.2 added.
8.8O.12U.30D Section 50O1.5.2 amended.
Q.8O.130.30U Table 5D03.1.1(1)amended.
8.80.1204DO Section 5O03.1.1.1added.
Q.8O.12O.41O Section 5003.5amended.
&.S0.12O.420 Section 55O34.1amended.
A.8D.12D.43O Section 5501.2added.
A.8O.12O.44O Section 5GD1.3added.
0.80.120.450 Section 58U2added.
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9.60.120.460 Section 5608.1 amended.
1.60.120.470 Section 5608.2 added.
9.601 Chapter FPA13.2O13 Edition, amended.
0.00120 Chapter FFV\13R2O13 Edition, amended.
9.60.120 FPA13D 2U13 Edition, amended.
9.60.120.530 Chapter 80, NFPA14.2O13 Edition, amended.
9.60.120.540 FPA24, 2013 Edition, amended.
§ 9.68.120J010 Fire Code — adopted byreference.
(a) The City Council of the City of Seal Beach hereby adopts by reference the
California Fire Code specified in Section 9.60.005.010 of Chapter 8.60 of Title Q
of this Code, except such portions as are de|ei*d, modifiod, or amended as set
forth in this chapter. Said Code is adopted and incorporated as if fully set forth
herein.
(b) The purpose of this Code is 0o establish the minimum requirements
consistent with nationally recognized good pnsnUcao to safeguard the public
hoa|th, safety and general wmKana from the hazards of fire, explosion or
dangerous conditions in new and existing buildings, structures and premises, and
to provide safety and assistance to fire fighters and emergency responders
during emergency operations.
State law references: Adoption by nafen*noe` Government Code G5UU22.1 et
seq.
§ 9.60.120.020. Section 109.4 amended.
Section 10S.4 Violation penalties amended 10 read oofollows:
109.4 Violation penalties. Persons who aho|| violate o provision of this code or
shall fail hz comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall emo(. |nsto||,
a|hmr, repair or du work in violation of the approved construction documents or
directive of the fire code official, or of a permit or certificate used under provisions
of this ooda, shall be guilty of either o miodemeannr, infraction or both as
pnaoohbad in Section 109.4.2 and 100.4.3. Penalties shall baamprescribed in
local nnjinenoa. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been
served shall be deemed e separate offense.
§ 9.60.128'830' Section 1109.4.2 amended.
Section 1O&.4.2 Infraction amended tn read amfollows:
100.4.3 Infraction. Except as provided in Snudnn 109.4.3. persons operating or
maintaining any oonupenny, premises or vehicle subject to this code that shall
permit any fire or life safety hazard to exist on premises under their control shall be
guilty ufan infraction.
§0.6O.13O.04O Section 18Q.4.3amended.
Sections 10Q.4.3 Misdemeanor amended tu read aafollows:
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109�3 Misdemeanor. Persons who fail to take immediate action to abate ofire
or life safety hazard when ordered or notified to do so by the chief or a duly
authorized mupreoenha8vn, or who violate the following sections of this oode, shall
bo guilty ofomisdemeanor:
1&4.112 Obstructing operations
104.11.3 Systems and Devices
107.5 Overcrowding
18A.3.2 Compliance with Orders and Notices
111.4 Failure tocomply
3U5.4 Deliberate or negligent burning
3O8.1.2 Throwing or placing sources ufignition
31O.7 Burning Objects
31047 Open or exposed flames
§ 9.60.13O.O5M. Section 202amended.
Section 202 General Definitions amended by adding definitions for "Approach-
Departure Path," "Emergency Helicopter Lending Facility (EHLF).^ ^NmwUne.^
"Hazardous Fire Anea." "Safety Anea." and "Takeoff and Landing Area" and
revising ^High'Rioe Building" hn read asfollows:
APPROACH-DEPARTURE PATH- The flight path of the helicopter as it
approaches or departs from the landing pad.
EMERGENCY HELICOPTER LANDING FACILITY (EHLF)'A landing area on
the roof of a high rise building that is not intended to function as a heliport or
hdiehnp but in capable of accommodating fine, po|iuo, or medical helicopters
engaged in emergency operations.
FLOW-LINE. The lowest continuous elevation on a curb defined by the path
traced bya particle ina moving body of water et the bottom cf the rolled curb.
HAZARDOUS FIRE AREA. Includes all enoau identified within Section 4006.2
and other areas an determined by the Fine Code Official as presenting aUra
hazard due to the pnonanoe of combustible vagetaUnn, or the proximity of the
property toon area that contains combustible vegetation.
HIGH-RISE BUILDING. In other than Group 1-2 occupancies, "high-rise
buildings" oo used in this Code:
Existing high-rise structure. A high-rise structure, the construction ofwhich
is
Commenced or completed prior to July 1.1A74.
High-rise structure. Every building of any type of construction or occupancy
having floors used for human occupancy located more than 55 feet above the
lowest floor level having building auceoa, anoapt buildings used as hospitals
en defined inHealth
and Safety Code Section 125O.
New high-rise building. A high-rise ntmntuna, the construction of which is
commenced on or okmr July 1, 1074. For the purpose of this oeo1iun,
construction shall be deemed to have commenced when plans and
specifications are more than 50 percent complete and have been presented
to the |nna| jurisdiction prior to July 1, 1974. Unless all provisions of this
section have been met, the construction of such buildings shall commence on
or before January 1.1Q7G.
New high-rise structure. means m high-rise otmcture, the construction of
which commenced onor after July 1.1Q74.
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SAFETY AREA. /\ defined area surrounding the landing pad that is free of
obstructions.
SKY LANTERN' An airborne lantern typically made ofpaper, Mylar, or other
lightweight material with owood. p|asUu, or metal frame containing e candle, fuel
cell, or other heat source that provides buoyancy.
TAKEOFF AND LANDING AREA. The combination of the landing pad centered
within the surrounding safety area.
§ 9'60.120'060' Section 304.1.2 amended.
Section 3O4.1.2 Vegetation amended ho read aafollows:
304'1'2 Vegetation. Weeds, Qnasa' vines or other growth that in capable of
being ignited and endangering propmrty, ahoU be cut down and removed by the
owner or occupant of the premises. Vegetation clearance requirement in urban-
wi|d|and interface onaos shall be in accordance with Chapter 40 and DCFA
vegetation management guidelines,
§0'0D.12D'07O' Section 305'5 amended'
Section 3U5.5 Chimney spark arresters amended to read osfollows:
305.5 Chimney spark arresters. All chimneys attached 0o any appliance or
fireplace that bums solid fuel shall be equipped with an approved spark arrester.
Chimneys serving outdoor epp|ienoan or fireplaces shall be equipped with o
spark onenhyr. The spark arrester shall meet the requirements of Section
2113.Q.2of the California Building Code.
§ 9.G0.120.Q80. Section 326added.
Section 328 Sky Lanterns or similar devices added ka read osfollows:
326 Sky Lanterns or similar devices. The ignition and/or launching of Sky
Lantern or similar device isprohibited.
Exception: Upon approval of the fir* ondo offioia|, sky ian1onnm may be used as
necessary for religious or ou|\uny| ceremonies providing that adequate
safeguards have been taken as approved by the fire code official. Sky Lanterns
must be tethered in ayofe manner to prevent them from leaving the area and
must ba constantly attended until extinguished.
§ 9.60.12#.000. Chapter 4amended.
Chapter 4 amended bythe adoption of only the following sections:
401. 401.34, 481.9. 482, 403 404.6-404�.6, 407. 408'3.1 —4Q8.3.2 and
488.12 — 408'12'3'
§0.60.120'100.Section 503-2-1 amended.
Section 503.2.1 Dimensions amended hx read anfollows:
503'2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed
width of not less than 20 feet (8008 mm), exclusive ofshoulders, except for
approved security gates in accordance with GauUon 503.6, and an unobstructed
vertical clearance of not less than 13 feet O inches (4115mm). Street widths are
hmbe measured from top face of curb ho top face of curb, on streets with curb and
gutter, and from flow-line hu flow-line un streets with rolled curbs.
§@.68.120.110. Section 505.1 amended.
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Section 505.1 Address Identification amended 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
o position that is plainly legible and visible from the street or rood fronting the
property. These numbers shall contrast with their background. Where required by
the fire code official, address numbers shall be provided in additional approved
locations to facilitate emergency response. Address numbers nhm|| be Arabic
numbers or alphabetical letters. Numbers shall be a minimum of 4 inches (101.6
mm) high with a minimum stroke width ofO.5inch (12.7 mm) for R-3occupancies,
for all other occupancies the numbers shall be a minimum of 6 inches high with a
minimum stroke width uf1 inch. Where access isby means ofa private road and
the building cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole orother
sign or means shall be used ho identify the structure. Address numbers shall be
maintained.
§ 9.60.120.120. Section 510.1 amended.
Section 510.1 Emergency responder radio coverage amended N read asfollows:
510-1 Emergency responder radio coverage in new buildings. All new
buildings shall have approved radio coverage for emergency responders within
the building based upon the existing coverage levels of the public safety
communication systems of the jurisdiction at the exterior of the building. This
section shall not require improvement of the existing public safety communication
systems. The Emergency responder radio coverage system shall comply with
one of the following:
1. An emergency radio system installed in accordance with the local
authority having jurisdiction's ordinance.
2. An emergency radio coverage system installed in accordance with Orange
County Fire Authority's Emergency Responder Digital Radio Guideline.
1. Where it is determined by the fire code official that the radio coverage
system is not needed.
2. In facilities where emergency responder radio coverage is required and
such systems, components cx equipment could have a negative impact
un normal operations of the facility, the fire code official shall have the
authority to mooapt an automatically ocUvehod emergency responder
radio coverage system.
§ 9.60.120.130. Sections 540.2,510.3, 510.4, 510'5, and 510.6 deleted.
Sections 510.2.51D.3.510,4.G1&5. and 518.8deleted without replacement.
§ 9.60.120.140. Section 608.1 emended'
Section 608.1 Scope amended to read as follows:
898.1 Scope. Stationary storage battery systems having an electrolyte capacity
of more than 50 gallons (189 L) for flooded lead acid, nickel cadmium (Ni-Cd)
and valve-regulated lead acid (VRLA). or 1.000 pounds (454 kg) for lithium-ion
and lithium metal po|ymor, used for facility standby power, emergency power or
uninbanupUb|e power supplies ahu|| comply with this meudon and Table 608.1.
Indoor charging systems for electric carts/cars with more than 50 gallons (189 L)
aggregate quantity shall comply with Section OOO.1Q.
§0.6g.12u.150. Section 608.10added.
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Sectim608.1DUndeor charging of electric carts/cars added to read as follows:
608.10 Indoor charging of electric carts/cars. Indoor charging of electric
carts/cars where the combined volume nf all battery electrolyte exceeds 5O
gallons shall comply with following:
1. Spill control and neutralization shall be provided and comply with Section
608.5.
2. Room ventilation shall bo provided and comply with Section 8O8.G.1
3. Signage shall ba provided and comply with Section 8D8.7.1
4. Smoke detection shall be provided and comply with Section QO7.2
§ 9'60'120.160. Section 9g3.2amended.
Section 0O3.2 Where required amended Vo read osfollows:
903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in buildings and
structures shall ba provided when one of the following conditions exists:
1. New buildings: Notwithstanding any applicable provisions of Sections
903.2.1 through 003.2.19. an automatic fire-extinguishing oyoUam shall also
be installed in all occupancies when the total building area exceeds 5'000
square feet (485 mi as defined in Section 202. regardless nf fire areas or
allowable area, orio more than two stories inheight.
2, Existing Buildings: Notwithstanding any applicable provisions of this code,
an automatic sprinkler system shall be provided inan existing building when
en addition occurs and one of the following conditions exists:
a. When an addition is 33%urmore of the existing building and the
resulting building area exceeds 5OOU square feet (4G5m2)os defined in
Section 2U2;ur
b. When an addition exceeds 20OO square feet (18@m= and the resulting
building area exceeds 50OO square feet (4O5 M2)es defined inSection
202; or
o. Ao additional story in added above the second floor regardless nffire
areas or allowable area.
Exception: Group R-3 occupancies shall comply with Section AO32.8.
�9.60.120.170. Section 903.2.8 amended.
Section #U3.2.D Group R amended \o read os follows with no change huthe
exception:
903'2J* Group R. An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with
Subsection QO33. shall bo provided throughout all buildings with a Group R fine
area as follows:
1. All new Group R occupancies, including the attached garages.
2. All existing Group R occupancies and U-1 garages when the total floor area
io increase by5096uf the existing area over a2-yearperiod.
3. All existing Group R occupancies and U-1 garages when the total area is
increased by7SU square feet ur more over o2-yearperiod.
4. All existing Group R occupancies and U-1 garages when an additional story
io added tn the structure regardless uf the area involved.
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An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout any existing
Group R Occupancy building when the floor area of the Alteration or
Combination of an Addition and Alteration, within any two year period, is
50% or more of area /value of the existing structure and where the scope of
the work exposes building framing and facilitates sprinkler installation and is
such that the Building /Fire Code Official determines that the complexity of
installing a sprinkler system would be similar as in a new building.
Any addition to an existing building which has fire sprinklers installed.
Exceptions:
1. Existing Group R -3 occupancies converted to Group R -3.1 occupancies
not housing bedridden clients, not housing nonambulatory clients above
the first floor and not housing clients above the second floor.
2. Existing Group R -3 occupancies converted to Group R -3.1 occupancies
housing only one bedridden client and complying with Section 425.8.3.3.
3. Pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 13113 occupancies housing
ambulatory children only, none of whom are mentally ill or mentally
retarded, and the buildings or portions thereof in which such children are
housed are not more than two stories in height, and buildings or portions
thereof housing such children have an automatic fire alarm system
activated by approved smoke detectors.
4. Pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 13143.6 occupancies
licensed for protective social care which house ambulatory clients only,
none of whom is a child (under the age of 18 years), or who is elderly (65
years of age or over).
When not used in accordance with Section 504.2 or 506.3 an automatic sprinkler
system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.2 shall be allowed in Group
R -2.1 occupancies.
An automatic sprinkler system designed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.3
shall not be utilized in Group R -2.1 or R -4 occupancies.
§ 9.60.120.180. Section 903.3.5.3 added.
Section 903.3.5.3 Hydraulically calculated systems added to read as follows:
903.3.5.3 Hydraulically calculated systems. The design of hydraulically
calculated fire sprinkler systems shall not exceed 90% of the water supply
capacity
Exception: When static pressure exceeds 100 psi, and required by the Fire
Code Official, the fire sprinkler system shall not exceed water supply capacity
specified by Table 903.3.5.3
Design %
75
80
85
90 "'
100
TABLE 903.3.5.3
Hydraulically Calculated Systems
110 120 130 140 150 P51
§ 9.60.120.190. Section 903.4 amended.
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Section Q034 Sprinkler system supervision and alarms amended bydeleting
item 3 and 5, and renumbering the Exceptions aafollows:
1. Automatic sprinkler systems protecting one- and two-family dwellings.
2. Limited area systems serving fewer than 2Usprinklers.
3. Jockey pump control valves that are sealed or locked in the open position.
4. Valves controlling the fuel supply to fire pump engines that are sealed or
locked |n the open position.
5. Trim valves tu pressure switches in dry, pnoaoUon and deluge sprinkler
systems that are sealed or locked in the open position.
§ 9-68'120'20¢' Section 905.4 amended.
Section 005.4 Location of Class | standpipe hnaa connections emended by
adding Item
7hm read asfollows:
7. The centerline of the 2.5 inch (63.5 mm) outlet shall be no |oau than 18
inches (457.2 mm) and no more than 24 inches above the finished floor.
Q9.60.12O.21O' Section 907.2.13amended.
Section 8O7.2.13 High-rise buikUnguamend*dtonaadosfolbws:
907.2.13 High-rise buildings and Group 1-2occupancies having occupied
floors located more than 55 feet above the lowest level of fire department
vehicle access, High-rise buildings and Group |-2 occupancies having occupied
floors located more than 55 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle
auuema ahoU be provided with on automatic smoke detection oyohom in
accordance with Section 907.2.13.1, a fire department communication system in
accordance with Section 907.2.13.2 and on emergency voice/alarm
communication system in accordance with Section A07.82.2.
Exceptions:
1. Airport traffic control towers in accordance with Section Q07.2.22and
Section 412of the California Building Code.
2. Open parking garages in accordance with Section 4OO.5of the California
Building Code.
3. Buildings with on occupancy in Group A-5in accordance with Section 3O3.1
of the California Building Coda.
4. Low-hazard special occupancies in accordance with Section 5U3.1.1 of the
California Building Code.
G. In Group 1-2 and R-2.1 occupancies, the alarm shall sound at constantly
attended location and occupant notification shall be broadcast by the
emergency voice/alarm communication system
§ 9.68.120'220' Section 907'3.1 amended.
Section 907.3.1 Duct smoke detectors amended to read eofollows:
907.3.1 Duct smoke detectors. Smoke dak*o1om installed in ducts shall be
Umbsd for the air va|odt/, temperature and humidity present in the duct. Duct
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smoke detectors shall be connected to the building's fire alarm control unit when
a fire alarm system is installed. Activation of a duct smoke detector shall initiate a
visible and audible supervisory signal at a constantly attended location and shall
perform the intended fire safety function in accordance with this code and the
California Mechanical Code. Duct smoke detectors shall not be used as a
substitute for required open area detection.
Exception: In occupancies not required to be equipped with a fire alarm system,
actuation of a smoke detector shall activate a visible and an audible signal in an
approved location. Smoke detector trouble conditions shall activate a visible or
audible signal in an approved location and shall be identified as air duct detector
trouble.
§ 9.60.120.230. Section 907.5.2.2 amended.
Section 907.5.2.2 Emergency voice /alarm communication systems amended to
read as follows.
907.5.2.2 Emergency voice /alarm communication systems. Emergency
voice /alarm communication systems required by this code shall be designed and
installed in accordance with NFPA 72. The operation of any automatic fire
detector, sprinkler waterflow device or manual fire alarm box shall automatically
sound an alert tone followed by voice instructions giving approved information
and directions for a general or staged evacuation in accordance with the
building's fire safety and evacuation plans required by Section 404. In high -rise
buildings and Group 1 -2 occupancies having occupied floors located more than
55 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access, the system shall
operate on a minimum of the alarming floor, the floor above and the floor below.
Speakers shall be provided throughout the building by paging zones. At a
minimum, paging zones shall be provided as follows:
1. Elevator groups.
2. Exit stairways.
3. Each floor.
4. Areas of refuge as defined in Chapter 2.
5. Dwelling units in apartment houses.
6. Hotel guest rooms or suites.
Exception: In Group 1 -2 and R -2.1 occupancies, the alarm shall sound in a
constantly attended area and a general occupant notification shall be broadcast
over the overhead page.
§ 9.60.120.240. Section 907.6.3.2 amended.
Section 907.6.3.2 High -rise buildings amended to read as follows.
907.6.3.2 High -rise buildings. High -rise buildings and Group 1 -2 occupancies
having occupied floors located more than 55 feet above the lowest level of fire
department vehicle access, a separate zone by floor shall be provided for all of
the following types of alarm- initiating devices where provided:
1. Smoke detectors.
2. Sprinkler water -flow devices.
3. Manual fire alarm boxes
4. Other approved types of automatic detection devices or suppression systems.
§ 9.60.120.250. Section 907.6.5 amended.
Section 907.6.5 Monitoring amended to read as follows
907.6.5 Monitoring. Fire alarm systems required by this chapter or by the
California Building Code shall be monitored by an approved supervising station in
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accordance with NAPA 72, this section, and per Orange County Fire Authority
Guideline "New and Existing Fire Alarm & Signaling Systems.^
§ 9.68.120.260' Chapter I I amended.
Chapter 11 amended by the adoption of only the following sections:
1103.7, 1103'7-3. 1103.7'3.1, 1103.7'8 — 1103.7'8'2, 1103.7'9 — 1103.7'9'10,
11U3.8-1103.8.S.3and 1106.
§e.GQ.12O.2TO. Section 2ODOadded.
Section 2008 Emergency Helicopter Landing Facility (EHLF) and its subsections
added to read aefollows.
SECTION 2008
Emergency Helicopter Landing Faoi|itV(EHLF)
2008.1 General. Every building of any type of construction m occupancy having
floors used for human occupancy located more than 75 ft above the lowest level
of fire department vehicle 000eao shall have a rooftop emergency helicopter
landing facility (EHLF) in a location approved by the fire code official for use by
fina, police, and emergency medical helicopters only.
2000'1'1 Rooftop Landing Pad. The landing pad shall bebO ft. x50 ft. ora5Oft.
diameter oim|a that in pitched or m|up*d to provide drainage away from access
points and passenger holding areas at slope of 0.5 percent to 2 percent. The
landing pad surface ahoU be constructed of approved non-combunhb|e,
nonporous mobaho|n. It shall be capable of supporting a helicopter with a
maximum gross weight of 15.000 |ba. For structural design requirements, see
California Building Code.
2008.1.2 Approach-Departure Path. The emergency helicopter landing facility
shall have two approach-departure paths separated from each other byatleast
90 degrees. No objects aho|| penetrate above the approach-departure paUhs.
The approach-departure path begins at the edge of the landing pad, with the
same width or diameter ao the landing pad and rises outward and upward at
ratio of eight feet horizontal distance for every one foot of vertical height.
2008.1'3 Safety Area. The safety area in a horizontal plane |evel with the
landing pad surface and shall extend 25ftin all directions from the edge of the
landing pad. No objects shall penetrate above the plane of the safety area.
2808.1.4 Safety Net, If the rooftop landing pad is elevated more than 30 in. (2'-
8") above the adjoining nurfaoae, o6ftinwide horizontal safety net capable of
supporting 25 |bo/sfnhaU be provided around the perimeter of the landing pad.
The inner edge of the safety net attached to the landing pad shall be slightly
dropped (greater than 5 in. but |oos than 18 in.) below the pad elevation. The
safety net shall slope upward but the outer safety net edge shall not ba above the
elevation of the landing pad.
2$08.1'5 Take-off and Landing Area. The takeoff and landing area shall befree
of obstructions and 10Oftx100 ft. or10O ft. diameter.
2008.1.6 Wind Indicating Device. An approved wind indicating device shall be
provided but shall not extend into the safety area or the app roach -departure
paths.
20$8.1.7 Spao|m| Markings. The emergency helicopter landing facility shall be
marked aa indicated in Figure 2OO8.17.
2008.1J8 EHLp Exits. Two stairway exits shall be provided from the landing
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platform area to the roof surface, For landing areas less than 2.5Oisquare feet in
area, the second exit may beafire escape or ladder leading to the roof surface
below. The stairway from the landing facility platform 0n the floor below shall
comply with Section 1009.7.2 for riser height and head depth. Handrails shall be
provided, but shall not extend above the platform surface.
200WiB Standpipe systems. The standpipe system shall be extended to the roof
level on which the IEHLF is located. All portions of the EHLF area mhoU be within
150 feet ofm2.5-inoh outlet ona Class !or III standpipe.
2008.1.10 Fire extinguishers. A minimum uf one portable fire extinguisher having
a minimum DU-B:C mUnQ shall be provided and located near the stairway or ramp
to the landing pod. The fire extinguisher cabinets shall not penetrate the
approach -departure paths, or the safety area. |nstaUaUon, inupeoUon, and
maintenance of extinguishers shall be in accordance with the CFC, Section 906.
2008�.11 ENLF. Fueling, mankenenna, r*pem, or storage of helicopters is
2008.1.12 EN0F. Fuelin0, maintenance, repairs, or storage of helicopters mho|
not be permitted
Islip; iiiii1i
no
50,
1. The preferred background is white ortan,
2. The circled center number indicates the allowable weight thad
the facility iocapable of supporting in thousands ofpounds.
3. The numbers shall be orientated towards the preferFedflight
(typically facing the prevailing wind
11 1 ii
Chapter 25 Fruit and Crop Ripening, adopted in its entirety.
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Chapter 26 Fumigation and Thermal Insecticidal Fogging, adopted in its entirety.
§ 9.60.120.300. Section 2801.2 amended.
Section 2801.2 Permit amended by adding the following statement to the last
sentence:
2801.2 Permit. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105.6. For
Miscellaneous Combustible Storage Permit, see Section 105.6.29.
§ 9.60.120.310. Section 2808.2 amended.
Section 2808.2 Storage site amended to read as follows:
2808.2 Storage site. Storage sites shall be level and on solid ground or other all -
weather surface. Sites shall be thoroughly cleaned and approval from the fire
code official obtained before transferring products to the site.
§ 9.60.120.320. Section 2808.3 amended.
Section 2808.3 Size of piles amended to read as follows:
2808.3 Size of piles. Piles shall not exceed 15 feet (4572 mm) in height, 50 feet
(15 240 mm) in width and 100 feet (30 480 mm) in length.
§ 9.60.120.330. Section 2808.7 amended.
Section 2808.7 Pile fire protection amended by adding the following statement to
the last sentence:
2808.7 Pile fire protection. Automatic sprinkler protection shall be provided in
conveyor tunnels and combustible enclosures that pass under a pile.
Combustible conveyor systems and enclosed conveyor systems shall be
equipped with an approved automatic sprinkler system. Oscillating sprinklers with
a sufficient projectile reach are required to maintain a 40% to 60% moisture
content and wet down burning /smoldering areas.
§ 9.60.120.340. Section 2808.9 amended.
Section 2808.9 Material - handling equipment amended by adding the following
sentence at the beginning of the section:
2808.9 Material - handling equipment. All material handling equipment operated
by an internal combustion engine shall be provided and maintained with an
approved spark arrester. Approved material - handling equipment shall be
available for moving wood chips, hogged material, wood fines and raw product
during fire - fighting operations.
§ 9.60.120.350. Section 2808.11 amended.
Section 2808.11 Temperature control, amended to read as follows:
2808.11 Temperature control. The temperature shall be monitored and
maintained as specified in Sections 2808.11.1 and 2808.11.2.
§ 9.60.120.360. Section 2808.11.1 added.
Section 2808.11.1 Pile temperature control, added to read as follows:
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2808.11.1 Pile temperature control. Piles shall be rotated when the internal
temperature readings are in excess of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
§ 9.60.120.370. Section 2808.11.2 added.
Section 2808.11.2 New material temperature control, added to read as follows:
2808.11.2 New material temperature control. New loads delivered to the
facility shall be inspected and tested at the facility entry prior to taking delivery.
Material with temperature exceeding 165 degrees Fahrenheit shall not be
accepted on the site. New loads shall be monitored to verify that the temperature
remains stable.
§ 9.60.120.380. Section 5001.5.2 amended.
Section 5001.5.2 Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement (HMIS), first
paragraph amended to read as follows:
5001.5.2 Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement (HMIS). Where required
by the fire code official, an application for a permit shall include Orange County
Fire Authority's Chemical Classification Packet, which shall be completed and
approved prior to approval of plans, and /or the storage, use or handling of
chemicals on the premises. The Chemical Classification Packet shall include the
following information:
1. Product Name
2. Component
3. Chemical Abstract Service (CAS) number
4. Location where stored or used.
5. Container size
6. Hazard classification
7. Amount in storage
8. Amount in use - closed systems
9. Amount in use -open systems.
§ 9.60.120.390. Table 5003.1.1(1) amended.
Table 5003.1.1(1) Maximum Allowable Quantity per Control Area of Hazardous
Materials Posing a Physical Hazard amended by deleting Footnote K.
§ 9.60.120.400. Section 5003.1.1.1 added.
Section 5003.1.1.1 Extremely Hazardous Substances added to read as follows:
5003.1.1.1 Extremely Hazardous Substances. No person shall use or store
any amount of extremely hazardous substances (EHS) in excess of the
disclosable amounts (see Health and Safety Code Section 25500 et al) in a
residential zoned or any residentially developed property.
§ 9.60.120.410. Section 5003.5 amended.
Section 5003.5 Hazard identification signs amended to read as follows:
5003.5 Hazard identification signs. Unless otherwise exempted by the fire
code official, visible hazard identification signs as specified in the Orange County
Fire Authority Signage Guidelines for the specific material contained shall be
placed on stationary containers and above - ground tanks and at entrances to
locations where hazardous materials are stored, dispensed, used or handled in
quantities requiring a permit and at specific entrances and locations designated
by the fire code official.
§ 9.60.120.420. Section 5503.4.1 amended.
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Section 5503.4.1 Identification signs amended to read as follows
5503.4.1 Identification signs. Visible hazard identification signs in accordance
with the Orange County Fire Authority Sjgnage Guidelines shall be provided at
entrances to buildings or areas in which cryogenic fluids are stored, handled or
used.
§ 9.60.120.430. Section 5601.2 added.
Section 5601.2 Retail Fireworks added to read as follows:
5601.2 Retail Fireworks. The storage, use, sale, possession, and handling of
fireworks 1.3G is prohibited. The sales, use or display of fireworks II AG ( "Safe
and Sane" fireworks), is prohibited.
Exception: Fireworks II AG and fireworks 1.3G may be part of an electrically
fired public display when permitted and conducted by a licensed pyrotechnic
operator
§ 9.60.120.440. Section 5601.3 added.
Section 5601.3 Seizure of Fireworks added to read as follows:
5601.3 Seizure of Fireworks. The fire code official shall have the authority to
seize, take, remove all fireworks stored, sold, offered for sale, used or handled in
violation of the provisions of Title 19 CCR, Chapter 6. Any seizure or removal
pursuant to this section shall be in compliance with all applicable statutory,
constitutional, and decisional law.
§ 9.60.120.450. Section 5602 added.
Section 5602 Explosives and blasting added to read as follows:
5602 Explosives and blasting. Explosives shall not be possessed, kept, stored,
sold, offered for sale, given away, used, discharged, transported or disposed of
within wildland -urban interface areas, or hazardous fire areas except by permit
from the fire code official.
§ 9.60.120.460. Section 5608.1 amended.
Section 5608.1 General amended to read as follows:
5608.1 General. Outdoor fireworks displays, use of pyrotechnics before a
proximate audience and pyrotechnic special effects in theatrical and group
entertainment productions shall comply with California Code of Regulations, Title
19, Division 1, Chapter 6 Fireworks, the Orange County Fire Authority Guidelines
for Public Fireworks Displays, and with the conditions of the permit as approved
by the fire code official.
§ 9.60.120.470. Section 5608.2 added.
Section 5608.2 Firing added to read as follows:
5608.2 Firing. All fireworks displays shall be electrically fired.
§ 9.60.120.480. Section 5704.2.3.2 amended.
Section 5704.2.3.2 Label or placard amended to read as follows:
5704.2.3.2 Label or placard. Tanks more than 100 gallons (379 L) in capacity,
which are permanently installed or mounted and used for the storage of Class I,
II or III liquids, shall bear a label and placard identifying the material therein.
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Placards shall be in accordance with the Orange County Fire Authority Signage
Guidelines.
§ 9.60.120.490. Section 6004.2.2.7 amended.
Section 6004.2.2.7 Treatment system exceptions amended to read as follows:
Exception:
1. Toxic gases — storage /use. Treatment systems are not required for toxic
gases supplied by cylinders or portable tanks not exceeding 1,700 pounds
(772 kg) water capacity when the following are provided:
1.1 A listed or approved gas detection system with a sensing interval not
exceeding 5 minutes.
1.2. For storage, valve outlets are equipped with gas -tight outlet plugs or
caps.
1.3 For use, a listed and approved automatic - closing fail -safe valve located
immediately adjacent to cylinder valves. The fail -safe valve shall close
when gas is detected at the permissible exposure limit (PEL) by a gas
detection system monitoring the exhaust system at the point of
discharge from the gas cabinet, exhausted enclosure, ventilated
enclosure or gas room. The gas detection system shall comply with
Section 6004.2.2.10.
§ 9.60.120.500. Chapter 80, NFPA 13 amended.
NFPA 13, 2013 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems
amended as follows:
Section 6.8.3 amended to read as follows:
6.8.3 Fire department connections (FDC) shall be of an approved type. The FDC
shall contain a minimum of two 2'/2" inlets. The location shall be approved and be
no more than 150 feet from a public hydrant. The FDC may be located within 150
feet of a private fire hydrant when approved by the fire code official. The size of
piping and the number of inlets shall be approved by the fire code official. If
acceptable to the water authority, it may be installed on the backflow assembly.
Fire department inlet connections shall be painted OSHA safety red. When the fire
sprinkler density design requires 500 gpm (including inside hose stream demand)
or greater, or a standpipe system is included, four 2'/z" inlets shall be provided.
Section 8.3.3.1 amended to read as follows:
8.3.3.1. When fire sprinkler systems are installed in shell buildings of undetermined
use (Spec Buildings) other than warehouses (S occupancies), fire sprinklers of the
quick- response type shall be used. Use is considered undetermined if a specific
tenant/occupant is not identified at the time the fire sprinkler plan is submitted.
Sprinklers in light hazard occupancies shall be one of the following:
3. Quick- response type as defined in 3.6.4.7
4. Residential sprinklers in accordance with the requirements of 8.4.5
Standard - response sprinklers used for modifications or additions to existing light
hazard systems equipped with standard - response sprinklers
Standard - response sprinklers used where individual standard - response sprinklers
are replaced in existing light hazard systems
Section 8.17.1.1.1 added to read as follows
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8.17.1�.1 Residential Waterflow Alarms. A local water-flow alarm shall be
provided on all sprinkler systems and mhd| be connected to the building fire
alarm or water-flow monitoring syshem, where provided. Group R occupancies
not requiring a fire alarm system by the California Fine Code oheU be provided
with a minimum of one approved interior alarm device in each unit. Interior alarm
devices shall be required to provide 55 dBA or 15 dBA above ambient, whichever
is greater, throughout all living op000s within each unit. Sound |ove|n in all
sleeping areas with all intervening doors closed shall be minimum of 16dBA
above the average ambient mound |avo| but not less than 76dBA. whichever is
greater. When not connected to o fire alarm or water-flow monitoring system,
audible devices shall ba powered from onuninhenup8b|e circuit (except for over-
current proh»oiun)mamingnonnaUyoparak*dapp|ianoesin1henesidenma.
Section 11.1.1.2 added 10 read asfollows:
11,1,1,2 When Mna sprinkler systems are required in buildings of undetermined
use other than wanyhouaas, they shall be designed and installed to have a fire
sprinkler density of not |eaa than that required for an Ordinary Hazard Group 2
uso, with no neduoUon(a)in density ordesign area. Warehouse fire sprinkler
systems shall be designed to Figure 16.2.1.3.2 (d) curve ''G^. Use is considered
undetermined if a specific tenant/occupant is not identified at the time the
sprinkler plan is submitted. Where subsequent occupancy requires a system
with greater capability, it shall be the responsibility of the occupant to upgrade
the system ho the required density for the new occupancy.
Section 11.2.3.1.1.1 added to read as follows:
11�.3.1.1.1 The available water supply for fire sprinkler system design shall ba
determined by one of the following methods, as approved by the Fire Code
2) Subtract the project site elevation from the low water level for the appropriate
pressure zone and multiply the result by8433;
3) Use a maximum of4U psi, ifavailable;
4) Utilize the Orange County Fire Authority water-flow test form/directions to
document flow test conducted by the |000| water agency or an approved
third party licensed in the State ofCalifornia.
Section 23.2.1.1 amended hx read osfollows:
Section 23.2'1.1 Where a wahurDmw test in used for the purposes of system
design, the test shall be conducted no more than 6 months prior to working plan
submittal unless otherwise approved by the authority having jurisdiction.
§ 9.60.120.510. Chapter 80.NFPA13Ramended.
NFPA13R.2013 Edition, Installation of Sprinkler System inResidential
Occupancies up10 and Including Four Stories in Height amended aafollows:
Section G.1G.1 amended iu read anfollows:
�16.1Alocal water-flow alarms shall beprovided on all sprinkler systems and
shall be connected to the building fire alarm or water-flow monitoring system
where provided. Group R occupancies containing less than the number of
stories, dwelling units or occupant load specified in the California Fire Code as
requiring e fire alarm system aho|| be provided with a minimum of one approved
interior alarm device in each unit. Interior alarm devices shall be required 0o
provide 55 dBA or 15dBA above ambient, whichever is greater, throughout all
living spaces within each dwelling unit. Sound levels in all sleeping areas with all
intervening doors closed shall be a minimum of 15 dBA above the average
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ambient sound level but not less than 75 dBA, whichever is greater. When not
connected to a fire alarm or water -flow monitoring system, audible devices shall
be powered from an uninterruptible circuit (except for over - current protection)
serving normally operated appliances in the residence.
There shall also be a minimum of one exterior alarm indicating device, listed for
outside service and audible from the access roadway that serves that building.
§ 9.60.120.520. Chapter 80, NFPA 13D amended.
NFPA 13D 2013 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in
One - and - Two - Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes amended as follows:
Section 4.1.3 added to read as follows:
4.1.3 Stock of Spare Sprinklers
4.1.3.1. A supply of at least two sprinklers for each type shall be maintained on
the premises so that any sprinklers that have operated or been damaged in any
way can be promptly replaced.
4.1.3.2 The sprinklers shall correspond to the types and temperature ratings of
the sprinklers in the property.
4.1.3.3 The sprinklers shall be kept in a cabinet located where the temperature to
which they are subjected will at no time exceed 100 OF (38 0C).
4.1.3.4 A special sprinkler wrench shall be provided and kept in the cabinet to be
used in the removal and installation of sprinklers. One sprinkler wrench shall be
provided for each type of sprinkler installed.
Section 7.1.2 amended to read as follows:
7.1.2 The system piping shall not have a separate control valve unless
supervised by a central station, proprietary, or remote station alarm service.
Section 7.6 amended to read as follows:
7.6 Alarms. Exterior alarm indicating device shall be listed for outside service
and audible from the street from which the house is addressed. Exterior audible
devices shall be placed on the front or side of the structure and the location is
subject to final approval by the fire code official. Additional interior alarm devices
shall be required to provide 55 dBA or 15 dBA above ambient, whichever is
greater, throughout all living spaces. Sound levels in all sleeping areas with all
intervening doors closed shall be a minimum of 15 dBA above the average
ambient sound level but not less than 75 dBA, whichever is greater. Audible
devices shall be powered from an uninterruptible circuit (except for over - current
protection) serving normally operated appliances in the residence.
Exceptions:
When an approved water flow monitoring system is installed, interior audible
devices may be powered through the fire alarm control panel.
1. When smoke detectors specified under CBC Section 907.2.11 are used to
sound an alarm upon waterflow switch activation.
§ 9.60.120.530. Chapter 80, NFPA 14 amended.
NFPA 14, 2013 Edition, Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems amended as
follows:
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Ordinance Number 1634
Section 7.3.1.1 amended to read as follows:
7.3.1.1 Class I and III Standpipe hose connections shall be unobstructed and
shall be located not less than 18 inches or more than 24 inches above the
finished floor. Class II Standpipe hose connections shall be unobstructed and
shall be located not less than 3 feet or more than 5 feet above the finished floor.
§ 9.60.120.540. Chapter 80, NFPA 24 amended.
NFPA 24, 2013 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service
Mains and Their Appurtenances amended as follows:
Section 6.2.1.1 added to read as follows:
6.2.1.1 The closest upstream indicating valve to the riser shall be painted OSHA
red.
Section 6.2.11 (5) deleted without replacement and (6) and (7) are renumbered to
be (5) and (6) to read as follows:
(5) Control Valves installed in a fire -rated room accessible from the exterior.
(6) Control valves in a fire -rated stair enclosure accessible from the exterior as
permitted by the authority having jurisdiction.
Section 6.3.3 added to read as follows:
Section 6.3.3 All post indicator valves controlling fire suppression water supplies
shall be painted OSHA red.
Section 10.1.6.3 added to read as follows:
10.1.6.3 All ferrous pipe shall be coated and wrapped. Joints shall be coated and
wrapped after assembly. All fittings shall be protected with a loose 8 -mil
polyethylene tube. The ends of the tube shall extend past the joint by a minimum
of 12 inches and be sealed with 2 inch wide tape approved for underground use.
Galvanizing does not meet the requirements of this section.
Exception: 304 or 316 Stainless Steel pipe and fittings
Section 10.3.6.2 amended to read as follows:
10.3.6.2 All bolted joint accessories shall be cleaned and thoroughly coated with
asphalt or other corrosion - retarding material, prior to poly -tube, and after
installation.
Exception: Bolted joint accessories made from 304 or 316 stainless steel.
Section 10.3.6.3 added to read as follows:
10.3.6.3 All bolts used in pipe joint assembly shall be 316 stainless steel.
Section 10.6.3.1 amended to read as follows:
10.6.3.1 Where fire service mains enter the building adjacent to the foundation,
the pipe may run under a building to a maximum of 24 inches, as measured from
the interior face of the exterior wall to the center of the vertical pipe. The pipe
under the building or building foundation shall be 304 or 316 stainless steel and
shall not contain mechanical joints or it shall comply with 10.6.2.
Section 10.6.4 amended to read as follows:
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10.6.4 Pipe joints shall not be located under foundation footings. The pipe under
the building or building foundation shall be 304 or 316 stainless steel and shall
not contain mechanical joints.
Section 16. New Section 9.60.130 is hereby added to Chapter 9.60 of Title 9 of the
Seal Beach Municipal Code to read as follows:
§ 9.60.130 Abatement of Dangerous Buildings Code
9.60.130.010 Abatement of Dangerous Buildings Code -- adopted by reference.
9.60.130.010 Abatement of Dangerous Buildings Code -- adopted by
reference.
(a) The City Council of the City of Seal Beach hereby adopts by reference the
1997 Edition of the Uniform Code for Abatement of Dangerous, as published by
the International Code Council, as Section 9.60.120.010 of Chapter 9.60 of Title
9 of this Code, except such portions as are deleted, modified, or amended as set
forth in this chapter. Said Code is adopted and incorporated as if fully set forth
herein.
(b) The purpose of this Code is to prescribe regulations for the protection of the
public health and safety and to establish minimum regulations for the abatement
of dangerous buildings within the City.
State law references: Adoption by reference, Government Code § 50022.1 et
seq.
Section 17. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or
portion of this Ordinance is for any reason held out to be invalid or unconstitutional
by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision will not affect
the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. The City Council of the City
of Seal Beach hereby declares that it would have adopted this ordinance and each
section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion thereof irrespective of the
fact that any one or more sections, subsection, sentence clause, phrases or
portions be declared valid or unconstitutionally.
Section 18. Continuity. To the extent the provisions of this Ordinance are
substantially the same as previous provisions of the Seal Beach Municipal Code,
these provisions will be construed as continuations of those provisions and not as
amendments of the earlier provisions.
Section 19. Intent to Comply with Laws. The City Council intends this Ordinance
to supplement, not to duplicate or contradict, applicable state and federal law and
this Ordinance will be construed in light of that intent.
Section 20. Publication by Clerk. The City Clerk will cause this Ordinance to be
published or posted in accordance with California Government Code Section 36933,
will certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and his /her certification, together with
proof of the publication, to be entered in the book of Ordinances of the City Council.
Section 21. Filing with Building Standards Commission. The City Clerk will file a
certified copy of this Ordinance and Attachment A with the California Building
Standards Commission.
Section 22. Effective Date. This Ordinance will take effect on the latter to occur of:
thirty days after its adoption pursuant to California Government Code Section
36937, but no sooner than January 1, 2014.
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Ordinance Number 1634
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the Seal Beach City Council a(
o regular meeting held on the ____ day uf2O13.
Mayor
0111111111*1
City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OFORANGE }SS
CITY OFSEAL BEACH }
|. Linda Devine, City Clerk of the City nf Seal Beach, do hereby certify that the
foregoing Ordinance was introduced for first reading at a regular meeting held on
the _Y2U day of_November ,2O13 and was passed, approved and adopted
by the City Council aia regular meeting held onthe___dayuf_____.2O13by
the following vote:
AYES: Council Members:
NOES: Council Members:
ABSENT: Council Members:
ABSTAIN: Council Members:
And do hereby further certify that Ordinance Number1j%34 has been published
pursuant to the Seal Beach City Charter and Resolution Number 2836.
City Clerk
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Ordinance Number 1634
ATTACHMENT A
City of Seal Beach Amendments
2013 California Codes
FINDINGS OF FACT AND SUMMARY OF CHANGES
THIS ATTACHMENT SETS FORTH THE FINDINGS W ITH RESPECT TO
LOCAL CONDITIONS WITHIN THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH WHICH MAKE
CERTAIN MODIFICATIONS AND CHANGES TO THE 2013 CALIFORNIA
BUILDING CODE, THE 2013 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, THE 2013
CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, THE 2013 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL
CODE, THE 2013 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING, THE 2013 CALIFORNIA ENERGY
CODE, THE CALIFORNIA HISTORIC BUILDING CODE, THE 2013 EXISTING
BUILDING CODE, THE 2013 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS
CODE, THE 2013 REFERENCED STANDARDS CODE AND THE 2013
CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE AS ADOPTED BY THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA.
The City Council of the City of Seal Beach finds as follows:
The Health and Safety Code Section 17958 provides that the City of Seal Beach
shall adopt Ordinances and regulations imposing the same or modified or
changed requirements as are contained in the regulations adopted by the State
pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 17922; and
The City of Seal Beach is mandated by Health and Safety Code Section 17922 to
impose essentially the same requirements as are contained in the 2013 Editions
of the California Building Code, the California Residential Code, the California
Electrical Code, the California Mechanical Code, the California Plumbing Code,
the California Energy Code, the California Existing Building Code, the California
Green Building Standards Code, the California Reference Standards Code and
the California Fire Code (hereinafter referred to collectively as "Codes "); and
The Health and Safety Code Section 17958.5(a) permits the City of Seal Beach
to make modifications or changes to the Codes, which are reasonably necessary
because of local climatic, geological or topographic conditions; and
The Health and Safety Code Section 17958.7 requires that the City Council,
before making any modifications or changes to the Codes, shall make an
express finding that such changes or modifications are reasonably necessary
because of local climatic, geological or topographic conditions; and
The Building Official and Fire Chief have recommended that changes and
modifications be made to the Codes and have advised that certain said changes
and modifications to the California Building Code, 2013 Edition and the California
Residential Code, 2013 Edition and the California Electrical Code, 2013 Edition
and the California Mechanical Code, 2013 Edition and the California Plumbing
Code, 2013 Edition and the California Energy Code, 2013 Edition and the
California Existing Building Code, 2013 Edition and the California Green Building
Standards Code, 2013 Edition and the California Reference Standards Code
2013 Edition and the California Fire Code, 2013 Edition are reasonably
necessary due to local conditions in the City of Seal Beach.
Amendments related to fire and life- safety contained in Sections 202, 312.1, 403,
403.1, 504.2, 506.3, 506.4.1, 506.5, 705.2.3, 717.3.2, 717.3.3, 717.4.3, 903.2,
903.4, 907.2.13, 907.3.1, 907.5.2.2, 907.6.3.2, 907.6.5, Table 1505.1, 1505.1.3,
1505.5, 1505.7, 1807.1.6 and 3109.4.4 of the 2013 Edition of the California
Building Code; Tables R301.2(1) and Table R602.10.3(3), Sections R309.6,
Ordinance Number 1634
R313.1, R313.2, R313.3.6.2.2, R319, R403.1, R405.1, R902.1, R902.1.3,
R902.2, R1001.13, NFPA 13, NFPA 13R and NFPA 13D of the 2013 Edition of
the California Residential Code; Articles 310.2(B) and 310 of the 2013 Edition of
the California Electrical Code; Sections 202 and 4.304.1 of the 2013 Edition of
the California Green Building Standards Code; and Sections 109.4, 109.4.2,
109.4.3, 202, 304.1.2, 305.5, 326, Chapter 4, 503.2.1, 505.1, 510.1, 510.2, 510.3,
510.4, 510.5, 510.6, 608.1, 608.10, 903.2, 903.2.8, 903.3.5.3, 903.4, 905.4,
907.2.13, 907.3.1, 907.5.2.2, 907.6.3.2, 907.6.5, Chapter 11, 2008, Chapter 25,
Chapter 26, 2801.2, 2808.2, 2808.3, 2808.7, 2808.9, 2808.11, 2808.11.1,
2808.11.2, 5001.5.2, Table 5003.1.1(1), 5003.1.1.1, 5003.5, 5503.4.1, 5601.3,
5602, 5608.1, 5608.2, 5704.2.3.2, 6004.2.2.7, NFPA 13, NFPA 13R NFPA 13D
NFPA 14 and NFPA 24 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code as
recommended herein are hereby found to be reasonably necessary due to
the following local conditions.
I. Climatic Conditions
1. The jurisdiction of Seal Beach is located in a semi -arid Mediterranean type
climate. It annually experiences extended periods of high temperatures with
little or no precipitation. Hot, dry (Santa Ana) winds, which may reach speeds
of 70 M.P.H. or greater, are also common to the area. These climatic
conditions cause extreme drying of vegetation and common building
materials. Frequent periods of drought and low humidity add to the fire
danger. This predisposes the area to large destructive fires (conflagration).
In addition to directly damaging or destroying buildings, these fires are also
prone to disrupt utility services throughout the County. Obstacles generated
by a strong wind, such as fallen trees, street lights and utility poles, and the
requirement to climb 75 feet vertically up flights of stairs will greatly impact the
response time to reach an incident scene. Additionally, there is a significant
increase in the amount of wind force at 60 feet above the ground. Use of
aerial type fire fighting apparatus above this height would place rescue
personnel at increased risk of injury.
2. The climate alternates between extended periods of drought and brief
flooding conditions. Flood conditions may affect the Orange County fire
Authority's ability to respond to a fire or emergency condition. Floods also
disrupt utility services to buildings and facilities within the County.
3. Water demand in this densely populated area far exceeds the quantity
supplied by natural precipitation; and although the population continues to
grow, the already -taxed water supply does not. California is projected to
increase in population by nearly 10 million over the next quarter of a century
with 50 percent of that growth centered in Southern California. Due to
storage capacities and consumption, and a limited amount of rainfall future
water allocation is not fully dependable. This necessitates the need for
additional and on -site fire protection features. It would also leave tall
buildings vulnerable to uncontrolled fires due to a lack of available water and
an inability to pump sufficient quantities of available water to floors in a fire.
4. These dry climatic conditions and winds contribute to the rapid spread of even
small fires originating in high- density housing or vegetation. These fires
spread very quickly and create a need for increased levels of fire protection.
The added protection of fire sprinkler systems and other fire protection
features will supplement normal fire department response by providing
immediate protection for the building occupants and by containing and
controlling the fire spread to the area of origin. Fire sprinkler systems will also
reduce the use of water for firefighting by as much as 50 to 75 percent.
II. Topographical conditions
1. Natural; slopes of 15 percent or greater generally occur throughout the
foothills of Orange County. The elevation change cause by the hills creates
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the geological foundation on which communities with Orange County is built
and will continue to build. With much of the populated flatlands already built
upon, future growth will occur steeper slopes and greater constraints in
terrain.
2. Traffic and circulation congestion is an artificially created, obstructive
topographical condition, which is common throughout Orange County.
3. These topographical conditions combine to create a situation, which places
fire department response time to fire occurrences at risk, and makes it
necessary to provide automatic on -site fire - extinguishing systems and other
protection measures to protect occupants and property.
III. Geological Conditions
The Orange County region is a densely populated area that has buildings
constructed over and near a vast and complex network of faults that are
believed to be capable of producing future earthquakes similar or greater in
size that the 1994 Northridge and the 1971 Sylmar earthquakes. Earthquake
faults run along the northeast and southwest boundaries of Orange County.
The Newport- Inglewood Fault, located within Orange County was the source
of the destructive 1933 Long Beach earthquake (6.3 magnitude) which took
120 lives and damaged buildings in an area from Laguna Beach to Marina
Del Rey to Whittier. In December 1989, another earthquake occurred in the
jurisdiction of Irvine at an unknown fault line. Regional planning for
reoccurrence of earthquakes is recommended by the state of California,
Department of Conservation.
1. Previous earthquakes have been accompanied by disruption of traffic flow
and fires. A severe seismic event has the potential to negatively impact any
rescue or fire suppression activities because it is likely to create obstacles
similar to those indicated under the high wind section above. With the
probability of strong aftershocks there exists a need to provide increased
protection for anyone on upper floors of buildings. The October 17, 1989,
Santa Cruz earthquake resulted in one major fire in the Marina District (San
Francisco). When combined with the 34 other fires locally and over 500
responses, the department was taxed to its fullest capabilities. The Marina
fire was difficult to contain because mains supplying water to the district burst
during the earthquake. This situation creates the need for both additional fire
protection and automatic on -site fire protection for building occupants. State
Department of Conservation noted in their 1988 report (Planning Scenario on
a Major Earthquake on the Newport- Inglewood Fault Zone, page 59),
"unfortunately, barely meeting the minimum earthquake standards of building
codes places a building on the verge of being legally unsafe."
2. Road circulation features located throughout the County also make
amendments reasonably necessary. Located through the County are major
roadways, highways and flood control channels that create barriers and slow
response times. Hills, slopes, street and storm drain design accompanies
with occasional heavy rainfall, causes roadway flooding and landslides and at
times may make an emergency access route impassable. There are areas in
Orange County that naturally have extended emergency response times that
exceed the 5 minute goal.
3. Soils throughout the County possess corrosive properties that reduce the
expected usable life of water services when metallic pipes in contact with
soils are utilized.
4. Portions so of the County contain active or former oil production fields. These
areas contain a variety of naturally occurring gasses, liquids and vapors.
These compounds present toxicity or flammability hazards to building
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occupants. Evaluation of these hazards and the risks they pose to
development is necessary implement appropriate mitigation.
Due to the topographical conditions of sprawling development separated by
waterways and narrow and congested streets and the expected infrastructure
damage inherent in seismic zone described above, it is prudent to rely on
automatic fire sprinkler systems to mitigate extended fire department response
time and keep fires manageable with reduced fire flow (water) requirements for a
given structures. Additional fire protection is also justified to match the current
resources of firefighting equipment and personnel within the Orange County Fire
Authority.
Amendments to the 2013 Editions of the California Codes are found reasonably
necessary based on the climatic, geological and topographic conditions cited in
Section 1 of this Resolution and are listed as follows:
2013 California Building Code
Code Section
1 Topic
Findin
Chapter 1
Administrative Provisions
Administrative
202
Heh-pn—nt—s
Administrative
Swimming Pool Occupancy
312.1
Classification
1�0'and 403.1
High Rise Height
Administrative
412.7
Heliport Landing Pads
Administrative
504.2, 506.3 and
Heights and Area
705.2.3
Combustible Eave Projections
I
717.3.2
Draftstopping
1, 11
717.3.3
Draftstopping
1, 11
717.4.3
Draftstopping
I'll
903.2
Automatic Fire Sprinklers
Administrative
903.4
Sprinkler Supervision
Administrative
903.4
Standpipes
Administrative
k-7.�–.l —3
High Rise Buildings
1 Administrative
907.3.1
Duct Smoke Detectors
I Administrative
907.5.2.2
Emergeng
Administrative
i907.6.3.2
High Rise Buildings
Administrative
907.&5
Monitoring
Administrative
Table 1505.1
Roof Covering
Roof Covering
I'll
1505.7
Roof Covering
1807.1.6
Prescriptive Design of Foundation
Walls
3109.4.4
Pool safety feature required
Ordinance Number 1634
2013 California Residential Code
Code Section
Topic
Finding
Chapter 1
Administrative Provisions
Administrative
Table 301.2(l)
Design Criteria
Administrative
R309.6
Fire Sprinkler
II & III
R313.1
Fire Sprinkler
II & III
R313.2
Fire Sprinkler
II & III
R313.3.6.2.2
Calculation Procedure
II & III
R319
Site Address
II & III
R403.1
General Footings
II
R405.1
Foundation Drainage Systems
I, II
Table R602.10.3(3)
Wall Seismic BracingII
510.3
R902.1
Roof CoveringI,
II
R902.1.3
Roof CoveringI,
II
R902.2
Roof CoveringI,
II
R1001.13
Chimney Spark Arresters
I, II
Chapter 44
NFPA 13
Fire Sprinkler Installation Standard
I, II
Chapter 44
NFPA 13R
Fire Sprinkler Installation Standard
I, II
Chapter 44
NFPA 13R
Fire Sprinkler Installation Standard
I, II
2013 California Electrical Code
Code Section
Topic
Finding
Article 310.2(B)
Aluminum Wiring Restrictions
Administrative
Article 310
Aluminum Wiring — Continuous
Inspection
Administrative
2013 California Green Building Standards Code
Code Section
Topic
Finding
202
Sustainability Definition
Administrative
4.304.1
Irrigation Controller
Administrative
2013 California Fire Code
Code Section
Topic
Violation penalties
Finding
109.4
Administrative
109.4.2
Infraction
Administrative
109.4.3
Misdemeanor
Administrative
202
General definitions (Flow -Line,
Hazardous Fire Area, EHLF
Administrative
304.1.2
Vegetation
I & II
326
Sky Lanterns or similar devices
I & II
503.2.1
Clarity to VHFSZ
Dimensions (Fire Lanes)
N/A
505.1
Address identification
N/A
510.1;
Emergency responder radio coverage
in new buildings
Administrative
510.2
Emergency responder radio coverage
in existing buildings
Administrative
510.3
Permit Required
Administrative
510.4
Technical requirements
Administrative
510.5
Installation requirements
Administrative
510.6
Maintenance
Administrative
608.1
Scope (Battery Systems)
Administrative
608.10
Indoor charging of electric carts /cars
III -A
903.2
Where required (Sprinklers)
11 & III -B
Additional amendments have been made hu Codes are hereby found tobeeither
administrative or procedural in nature orconcern themselves with subjects not
covered in such Codes. The changes made include provisions making each of
said Codes compatible with other Codes enforced by the City.
The aforementioned amendments have been incorporated in detail in Ordinance
No. 1634.
M
903.3.5.3
Hydraulically calculated systems
1& 11
903.4
Sprinkler system supervision and
:
111-A
alarms (of valves)
905.4
Location of Class I standpipe hose
Ill-A
connections
907213
High-rise buildings (Ala�st�ems
Administrative
907.3.1
Duct smoke detectors
111-A
907.5.2.2
Emergency voice/alarm
11 &III-A
communication system
2008.1. th ru
Emergency Helicopter Landing Facility
2801.2
Permit (Miscellaneous combustible
Administrative
2808.2
Storage site
N/A
2808.3
Size of piles
N/A
2808.7
Pile fire protection
N/A
2808.9
Material-hand ling equipment
N/A
2808.11
Tem erature control
N/A
New material temperature control
N/A
__2808.11.2
4906.3
Vegetation
N/A
4908
Fuel modification requirements for
N/A
new construction
4909
Explosions and blasting
N/A
5001.5.2
Hazardous materials inventory
Administrative
statement (HMIS)
Maximum allowable quantity per
control area
5003.1.1.1
Extremely hazardous substances
III
5003.5
Hazard identification signs
Administrative
5503.4.1
Identification signs (Cryogenic Fluid)
Administrative
5610
Firing (Fireworks)
Administrative
5611
Seizure of fireworks
Administrative
5612
Displays (Fireworks)
Administrative
5613
Retail fireworks
Administrative
5704.2.3.2
Label or placard
Administrative
_(FlammablelCombustible liquid)
6004.2.2.7
Treatment systems (Highly toxic &
11 & III
toxic material)
Reference Standards
Administrative
Chapter 80
Sprinkler Systems
Administrative, 11
NFPA 13
& III
Chapter 80
Multi-Family Sprinkler Systems
& III
NFPA 13-R
Chapter 80
Single Family Sprinkler Systems
&
NFPA 13-D
Chapter 80
Standpipe Systems
&
NFPA 14
Chapter 80
Underground Water Supply Systems
&
Chapter 80
Fire Alarm Systems
Administrative & 11
Additional amendments have been made hu Codes are hereby found tobeeither
administrative or procedural in nature orconcern themselves with subjects not
covered in such Codes. The changes made include provisions making each of
said Codes compatible with other Codes enforced by the City.
The aforementioned amendments have been incorporated in detail in Ordinance
No. 1634.
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