HomeMy WebLinkAbout6601 ORDINANCE NO. 6 6 0 1
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
AUBURN, WASHINGTON, CREATING NEW SECTIONS
15.36A.025, AND 15.36A.063, OF THE CITY CODE, AMENDING
SECTIONS 15.04.080, 15.06.010, 15.06.020, 15.07.010,
15.07.030, 15.07.050, 15.07.060, 15.07.080, 15.07.090, 15.07.100.
15.08A.011, 15.08A.021, 15.08A.031, 15.32.010, 15.32.040.
15.36A.011, 15.36A.031, 15.36A.041, 15.36A.045, 15.36A.081 ,
15.36A.091, 15.38A.021 , 15.38A.041, 15.48.010, 15.48.040.
15.48.090, 15.48.120, 15.48.130, 15.48.140, 15.52.030, 15.52.055.
15.52.060, 15.56.020, 15.74.030, AND 15.74.050 OF THE CITY
CODE, AMENDING THE CHAPTER TITLE OF CHAPTER 15.56
(SECURITY ALARM SYSTEMS) AND REPEALING SECTIONS
15.08A.071 (BUILDING CODE), AND 15.38A.031 (FIRE
PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS) AND CHAPTERS 15.16
(DANGEROUS BUILDINGS CODE), 15.40 (SMOKE
DETECTORS), AND 15.64 (SWIMMING POOLS) OF THE
AUBURN CITY CODE, RELATING TO BUILDING CODES
WHEREAS, the current language of the Auburn City Code includes a
variety of chapters and sections dealing with various aspects of building codes;
and
WHEREAS, the building codes applicable within the state of Washington
are promulgated by agencies responsible for such codes and are required to be
implemented or amended by local jurisdictions; and
WHEREAS, consistent with the periodic review of these building codes, it
is appropriate for the city of Auburn to update and amend its building code
provisions; and
WHEREAS, because of coverage in other areas, some of the codes that
had previously been adopted into the City of Auburn building codes are no longer
needed and can be repealed.
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NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN,
WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN as follows:
Section 1. New Section to City Code. That a new Section 15.36A.025
of the Auburn City Code be, and the same hereby is created to read as follows:
15.36A.025 Section 105.6 Operational Permits
Section 105.6 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Required
operational permits," is adopted with the following addition:
All commercial kitchens with a type I or type II hood require an operational
permit.
Section 2. New Section to City Code. That a new Section 15.36A.063
of the Auburn City Code be, and the same hereby is created to read as follows:
15.36A.063 Appendix D amended — Fire Apparatus Access Roads
Appendix D of the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Apparatus Access
Roads," is adopted with the following amendments:
In case of conflict between the requirements contained in Appendix D of
the 2015 International Fire Code, and the City of Auburn Design Standards, the
requirements of the City of Auburn Design Standards shall govern.
Section 3. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.04.080 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.04.080 Violation — Penalty.
Unless another penallypenalty is expressly provided by law, any violation
of this chapter shall be enforced pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 1.25 ACC.
(Ord. 4502 § 14, 1991; Ord. 3609 § 4, 1981.)
Section 4. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.06.010 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.06.010 International codes adopted.
There is adopted by reference, upon the effective date of the ordinance
codified in this chapter and upon filing with the city clerk one copy thereof, the
following described chapters of the Washington Administrative Code,
International Codes and standards, and Uniform Plumbing Code and standards
together with appendix chapters, amendments, deletions and additions as set
forth in this section or in the appropriate chapters in this code.
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A. International Building Code adopted. The 20422015-_Eedition of the
International Building Code, as published by the International Code Council, as
adopted and hereafter amended by the State Building Code Council in Chapter
51-50 WAC, as published by the International Code Council, is adopted by
reference with amendments, deletions and additions thereto as provided in
Chapter 15.08A ACC, Building Code.
B. International Residential Code Adoptedadopted. The 20122015
eEdition of the International Residential Code, as published by the International
Code Council, as adopted and hereafter amended by the State Building Code
Council in Chapter 51-51 WACT-a _ —2 2 ' -- - - - .*--
is
_ -is adopted by reference, including Chapter 11, "Energy Efficiency," an-el-Chapters
25 through /1233, "Plumbing," and Chapters 34 through 43, "Electrical_.,"-is
adopted with the following amendments:
adopted.
2 ase-ve
C. International Mechanical Code Adoptedadopted. The 20422015
Edition edition of the International Mechanical Code, as published by the
International Code Council, as adopted and hereafter amended by the State
Building Code Council in Chapter 51-52 WAC-as publ+shrev b the-l-hternational
Ge4e-C4un.ei1, is adopted by reference.
D. International Fire Code Adeptedadopted. The 20122015-__Eedition
of the International Fire Code, as published by the International Code Council, as
adopted and hereafter amended by the State Building Code Council in Chapter
51-54A WAC, _ _ e • _ _ - - - - _ •_I Code Councilis adopted by
reference with amendments, deletions and additions thereto as provided in ACC
Chapter 15.36A-A-CG; Fire Code.
E. National Fuel Gas Code (NFPA 54) Adoptedadopted. The
2-0-1--22015- Eedition of ANSI Z223.1/ NFPA 54 National Fuel Gas Code, as
published by NFPA. as adopted and hereafter amended by the State Building
Code Council in Chapter 51-52 WAC, - -- _ --_ _ , is adopted by
reference.
F. Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code (NFPA 58) Adoptedadopted. The
2-0-1-2-2015 Eedition of the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code, as published by
NFPA, as adopted and hereafter amended by the State Building Code Council in
Chapter 51-52 WAC,_ as pub-l+shed-by NFPA, is adopted by reference.
G. International Fuel Gas Code Adoptedadopted. The 2-04-2 2015
Eedition of the International Fuel Gas Code, as published by the International
Code Council, as adopted and hereafter amended by the State Building Code
Council in Chapter 51-52 WAC, as published by the In - •_ _ _ _
is adopted by reference.
H. Uniform Plumbing Code Adoptedadopted. The 241-2-2015 eEdition
of the Uniform Plumbing Code, as published by the International Association of
Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, as adopted and hereafter amended by the
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State Building Code Council in Chapter 51-56 WAC, ac published by--the
International Code Council, is adopted by reference, including Chapter 12, "Fuel
Piping," Chapter 15, "Firestop Protection," Appendix A, "Recommended Rules for
Sizing the Water Supply System," Appendix B, "Explanatory Notes on
Combination Waste and Vent Systems," Appendix C, "Alternate Plumbing
Systems," Appendix I, "Installation Standards," and those requirements of the
Uniform Plumbing Code relating to venting and combustion air of fuel-fired
appliances as found in Chapter 5 and those portions of the code addressing
building sewers. is adopted with the following amendments:
Supply System"; and
2. Appendix Chapter B. "Explanatory Notes on Combination Wacto
an--Vent Sym d
-- - , " - - - — - e - d-s"; and
�. Appendix Chapter H, "Grease Interceptors"; and
5. Appendix—Gba-pte - • - - •-,••, _ • s," exeud+
Sections L5 through L7 and "Lawn Sprinkler Head" from Table 6 'I of Appendix L,
aro h ceby dopted.
International Energy Conservation Code adopted. The 2015 edition
of the International Energy Conservation Code, as published by the International
Code Council, as amended by the State Buidling Code Council in Chapters 51-
11C and 51-11R. The most current Washington State Energy Code as
established under Chapter 19.27A RCW (most recently amended in 2012). The
Washington State Energy Code, as adopted and hereafter amended by the State
Building Code Council in Chapters 51-11C and 51-11R WAC, is adopted.
J. International Property Management Maintenance Code
Adeedadopted. The 20152012 _Eedition of the International Property
Management Maintenance Code, as published by the International Code
Council, excluding Chapter 1 , Section 111, "Means of Appeal," is hereby adopted
by reference.
K. International Swimming Pool and Spa Code adopted. The 2015 edition
of the International Property Management Code, as published by the
International Code Council, excluding Chapter 4, "Public Swimming Pools,"
Chapter 5, "Public Spas and Public Exercise Spas," and Chapter 6, "Aquatic
Recreation Facilities," is adopted by reference,
L. International Existing Building Code adopted. The 2015 edition of the
International Existing Building Code, as published by the International Code
Council, and hereafter amended by the State Building Code Council in Chapter
51-50-480101, is adopted.
M. International Green Construction Code adopted. The 2015 edition of
the International Green Construction Code, as published by the International
Code Council is adopted by reference, as an optional reference for developers
who choose to utilize elements of the code for guidance. (Ord. 6469 § 1, 2013;
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Ord. 6310 § 1, 2010; Ord. 6104 § 1, 2007; Ord. 5874 § 3, 2004; Ord. 5184 § 2,
1998; Ord. 4754 § 2, 1995; Ord. 4566 § 5 (Exh. A), 1992.)
15.06.020 Conflicts between codes.
In case of conflict between codes enumerated in ACC 15.06.010(A)
through (SIM), the first named code shall govern over those following; except
where, in any specific case, different sections of these codes specify different
materials, methods of construction or other requirements, the most restrictive
shall govern; and where there is a conflict between a general requirement and a
specific requirement, the specific requirement shall be applicable. In the case of
a conflict between the International Green Construction Code and the City of
Auburn Design Standards, Surface Water Management Manual, or Construction
Standards, the City of Auburn Standards shall govern. (Ord. 6469 § 1, 2013; Ord.
5874 § 3, 2004; Ord. 5184 § 2, 1998; Ord. 4754 § 2, 1995; Ord. 4566 § 5 (Exh.
A), 1992.)
Section 5. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.07.010 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.07.010 General.
A. Title. These regulations shall be known as the Construction
Administrative Code of the city of Auburn.
B. Scope. The provisions of this code shall apply to the administration
of the technical codes as adopted by the state of Washington and as listed:
1 .a. 2012 2015 International Building Code — Chapter 51-50 WAC;
b. 2012 2015 International Residential Code — Chapter 51-51 WAC;
c. 2012 2015 International Mechanical Code — Chapter 51-52 WAC;
d. 2015 International Fire Code — Chapter 51-54A WAC;
€le. 201-2-2015 National Fuel Gas Code (NFPA 54) — Chapter 51-52
WAC;
ef. 2012 -2015 Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code (NFPA 58) — Chapter
51-52 WAC;
fg. 2012 2015 International Fuel Gas Code — Chapter 51-52 WAC;
gh. 2012 Internation-a-1 Tice Code Chapter 51 51IA WAC;2015 Uniform
Plumbing Code — Chapter 51-56 WAC;
hi. ! _ _ •• - _ • :I++g-erode — Chapter 51 56 WAC:2015
International Energy Conservation Code — Chapters 51-11C and 51-11R WALL
+1. 2015 International Property Maintenance Code; 2012 National
Electrical Code (NEC) Cha: - •. _ - _ .A. _ _ 6; • ._ .A. A
k. 2015 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code;
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State E-ner'-g, _ ::- _ __ -_ _ •- _ •�� ncl—by the State Building
Code Council in Chapters 51 11C and 51 11R WAC, is adopted. 2015
International Existing Building Code;
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km. 2012 International Green Construction Code. The mandatory
technology. 2015 International Green Construction Code:
2. Exceptions. The provisions of this code shall not apply to work
located primarily in a public way, public utility towers and poles and hydraulic
flood control structures.
3. Definitions. For the purpose of this chapter, certain terms, phrases,
words and their derivatives shall have the meanings set forth in this subsection.
Where terms are not defined, they shall have their ordinary accepted meanings
within the context with which they are used. Webster's Third International
Dictionary of the English Language, Unabridged latest edition, shall be
considered as providing ordinary accepted meanings. Words used in the singular
include the plural and the plural the singular. Words used in the masculine
gender include the feminine and the feminine the masculine; provided, that any
reference to "fire department" in this title or the codes adopted hereunder shall be
understood to include the Valley Regional Fire Authority. (Ord. 6469 § 2, 2013;
Ord. 6310 § 2, 2010; Ord. 6104 § 2, 2007; Ord. 5874 § 4(101), 2004.)
Section 6. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.07.030 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.07.030 Enforcement agency.
The community development and public worksplanning and development
department-bu+t�+ g-di +sien is hereby designated as the agency responsible for
enforcement of building codes, and the official in charge thereof shall be known
as the building-_official, and Section 103 of Chapter 1 of the 2012 International
Building Code is hereby amended consistent therewith. (Ord. 6469 § 2, 2013;
Ord. 5874 § 4(103), 2004.)
Section 7. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.07.050 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.07.050 Permits.
A. Application for Permit. Applicants shall file an application in writing
on a form furnished by the building department for that purpose. Applications
determined by the building official to be in compliance with this section shall be
deemed as complete. 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 with
the tax parcel number assigned pursuant to RCW 84.40.160. and the street
address, when available.legal-4escr+ption, street address or similar description
that will readily identify and definitely locate the proposed building or work.
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3. Indicate the use,,-and-.occupancy, and construction type-for which
the proposed work is intended.
4. Be accompanied by construction documents and other information
as required in this code.
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.
8. In addition to information in subsections (A)(1) through (7) of this
section, applications for permits governing construction projects costing $5,000
a. The legaldeseription, or the tax parcel number ac'signed pursuant
other identification of the construction site by the prime contractor
b8- Include Tthe property owner's name, address, and phone number;
9. Include
Tthe prime contractor's business name. address, phone number,
current state contractor registration number and city business license.; and
d. Either:
f4e—na Feafld-ress;—ancl pnOR- - - _ -- e• _ e -- --e-
administering
_administering the interim construction financing, if any; or
ii. The name and address of the firm that has issued a payment bond, if
any. on behalf of the pr.-- e - - e - '- e - - - e .- - - , . •- --
is for an amount not less than 50 percent of the total amount of the construction
project;
B.e- The information required on the building permit application by
subsection-(A)(8)(a) through (4)-of this section shall be set forth on the building
permit document which is issued to the owner, and on the inspection record card
which shall be posted at the construction site;
f1 . The information required by subsection-(A)(8) throu.h 10 -of-this
section and information supplied by the applicant after the permit is issued, mer
sub-section--{A-)(8-}(g-)-$f-this sect4on-shall be kept on record in the office where
building permits are issued and made available to any person on request. If a
copy is requested a reasonable charge may be made; in a manner consistent
with public disclosure requirements of the State.
g2. If any of the information required by subsection (A)(8) throut h 10
of this section is not available at the time the application is submitted, the
applicant shall note what information is not available. The unavailability of that
information shall not cause the application to be deemed incomplete for the
purposes of vesting under this section. However, the applicant shall provide the
remaining information as soon as the applicant can reasonably obtain such
information. (Ord. 6469 § 2, 2013; Ord. 6310 § 4, 2010; Ord. 6266 § 1, 2009;
Ord. 6104 § 4, 2007; Ord. 5874 § 4(105), 2004.)
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Section 8. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.07.060 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.07.060 Use of consultants.
Whenever review of a building permit application requires retention by this
jt i ion for professional consulting services, the applicant shall reimburse this
jurisdiction the cost of such professional consulting services. This fee shall be in
addition to the normal plan review and building permit fees. Th-i-s sliot4oa-The
city may require the applicant to deposit an amount with this jurisdiction
estimated in the discretion of the building official to be sufficient to cover
anticipated costs to retaining professional consultant services and to ensure
reimbursement for such costs. (Ord. 6469 § 2, 2013; Ord. 6310 § 5, 2010; Ord.
5874 § 4(106), 2004.)
Section 9. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.07.080 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.07.080 Fees.
A. Work Performed Without a Permit. An investigation fee, in addition
to the permit fee, may be collected. The investigation fee shall be equal to either
the amount of the permit fee required by this code or the cost of the labor to
perform the investigation. The payment of such investigation fee shall not exempt
any person from compliance with all other provisions of this code nor from any
penalty prescribed by law.
B. Plan Review Fees.
1. When submittal documents are required by ACC 15.07.050, a plan
review fee shall be paid at the time of submitting the submittal documents for
plan review. The building official and/or the fire code official may have the option
to charge a deposit in lieu of the full plan review fee, if the full amount is not
known at the time. Any plan review deposit shall be applied toward the total plan
review fee owed. The actual permit fees and related plan review fee shall be
determined upon completion of the plan review and the balance owing shall be
paid at the time of permit issuance. The plan review fee shall be a separate fee
from the permit fees specified in this section and are in addition to the permit
fees. When submittal documents are incomplete or changed so as to require
additional plan review or when the project involves deferred submittal items as
defined in IBC Section 107.3.4.2, an additional plan review fee shall be charged
at the rate shown in the fee code established by the jurisdiction.
2. Registered Plan ProgramStock Plan Program. When plans are
submitted under the jurisdiction's "registered plan programstock plan program," a
plan review fee shall be paid at the time of application for a each registered stock
plan. The building official may have the option to charge a partial deposit, in lieu
of the full plan review fee. All portions of fees paid as a deposit amount shall be
applied to the total plan review fees owed. The applicant shall be required to pay
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the balance of amount owed for the plan review. Valuations used to compute the
permit fees shall include all options submitted with a registered plan. When a
registered plan consists of a number of plan options that can produce any
number of similar but different buildings, the building official may charge plan
review fees based on each different building configuration. Plan review fees shall
be paid for at the time of application for a building permit. The building offic4at
may have the-option to charge a partial deposit, in lieu of the full plan review fee.
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rev' - _ _ - -- -- - .- - - - - -- -- - •-- , ._
a ►eu-ht—owed for the plan review. The plan review fees specified in this
subsection are separate fees from the permit fees specified in the fee code, and
are in addition to the permit fees.
the applicant or agent shall post . -. - =: e ' • •- e-• - - - -- -- • -e
amount of $300.00, which sum shall be refundable upon inspection and final
appcoval.—iewe - , ' . _- - - • e-' _ . - • - . • • • _ -ce director, the
applicant or agent shall post a cash bond in the amount of$200.00.
C. Refunds.
1 . Before Permit Issuance. The building official may 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 done. The building official shall not
authorize refunding of any fee paid except on written application filed by the
original permittee not later than 180 days after the date of application.
2. After Permit Issuance. The building official may authorize refunding
of any fee paid hereunder, which was erroneously paid or collected. When no
work has been done under a permit issued in accordance with this code, Tthe
building official may authorize refunding of not more than 8-0-percent of the-permit
fee—pa-id—the full amount of the permit fee paid, less the current rate of the
Additional Re-submittal Fee adopted by the City of Auburn Fee Schedule; when
no work has been done under a permit e • _ e e. • - .. - _e e-
except that no refunds will be processed for permits 360 days from date of
expiration where no work has been done. (Ord. 6469 § 2, 2013; Ord. 6310 § 6,
2010; Ord. 6104 § 5, 2007; Ord. 5874 § (108), 2004.)
Section 10. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.07.090 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.07.090 Inspections.
The city will conduct inspections as prescribed in the latest adopted copy
of the International Building Code with the exceptions as noted below:
A. IMC/UPC/GAS/NEC Rough-In Inspection. Rough-in mechanical,
gas piping, plumbing and electrical shall be inspected when the rough-in work is
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complete and under test. No connections to primary utilities shall be made until
the rough-in work is inspected and approved.
B. -- Flashing and Exterior Weather Barr - -
exterior weather barrier inspections shall be made after all materials have been
installed, but prior to any of the work being covered.
.B. Energy Efficiency Inspection — Envelope.
1 . Wall Insulation Inspection. To be made after all wall insulation and
air vapor retarder sheet or film materials are in place, but before any wall
covering is placed.
2. Glazing Inspection. To be made after glazing materials are installed
in the building.
3. Exterior Roofing Insulation. To be made after the installation of the
roof insulation, but before concealment.
4. Slab/Floor Insulation. To be made after the installation of the
slab/floor insulation, but before concealment.
DC. Special Inspections. In addition to the inspections specified above,
the building official is authorized to make or require special inspections above the
requirements as stated in Chapter 17 of the 2015 International Building Code for
any type of work related to the technical codes by an approved agency at no cost
to the jurisdiction. (Ord. 6469 § 2, 2013; Ord. 6310 § 7, 2010; Ord. 6104 § 6,
2007; Ord. 5874 § 4(109), 2004.)
Section 11. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.07.100 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.07.100 Certificate of occupancy.
A. Use and Occupancy. No building or structure shall be used or
occupied, and no change in the existing occupancy classification of a building or
structure or portion of the building or structure shall be made until the building
official has issued a certificate of occupancy as provided for in this section.
Issuance of a certificate of occupancy shall not be construed as an approval of a
violation of the provisions of this code or of other ordinances of this jurisdiction.
B. -Exception. Certificates of occupancy are not required for work
exempt from permits under Section 105.2 of the 2015 International Building Code
and 2015 International Residential Code or for R-3 and U occupancies.
C. The building official is authorized under ACC 12.66.080 to evaluate
the condition of public improvements that service and/or are adjacent to the lot
upon which the building has been constructed. If the building activity has
damaged adjacent public sidewalks, landscaping, streets or utilities the building
official is authorized to withhold final inspection approval until the facilities are
corrected. The building official with the city engineer approval may accept a
guarantee of repair under special circumstances as determined by the city.
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D. Section 111 of Chapter 1 of the 2-0422-2015 International Building
Code and International Residential Code is hereby amended consistent
therewith. (Ord. 6469 § 2, 2013; Ord. 6310 § 8, 2010; Ord. 5874 § 4(110), 2004.)
Section 12. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.08A.011 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.08A.011 Adoption of International Building Code.
The 2012 2015 International Building Code as adopted and hereafter
amended by the State Building Code Council, and included in Chapter 51-50
WAC, is adopted as the building code of the city; provided, that the amendments,
deletions and additions thereto as provided in this chapter shall govern over the
published provisions of the International Building Code. (Ord. 6469 § 3, 2013;
Ord. 6310 § 10, 2010; Ord. 6104 § 9, 2007; Ord. 5874 § 6, 2004.)
Section 13. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.08A.021 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.08A.021 Appendices adopted.
International-B-udding Code Appendix C#�apter A. Employeegu a4ifi sT
Chapter Appendix E, "Supplementary Accessibility Requirements," Appendix G,
"Flood-resistant Construction," Appendix Chapter H, "Signs," Appendix Chapter
J, "Grading." and Appendix Gilapter--IAM "2012 International Exist
CodePatio Covers," are hereby adopted. (Ord. 6469 § 4, 2013; Ord. 6310 § 11 ,
2010; Ord. 6104 § 10, 2007; Ord. 5874 § 6, 2004.)
Section 14. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.08A.031 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.08A.031 Section 501.2 amended - P Hees Address identification.
International Building Code Section 501.2 is amended to read as follows:
Premises identification. Approved numbers or addresses shall be provided
as required by ACC Chapter 15.52. (Ord. 5874 § 6, 2004.)
Section 15. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.32.010 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.32.010 Additional provisions adopted.
In addition to the provisions of the Uniform Sign Code, 19972015
International Building Code, Appendix H, "Signs,"- there is adopted by reference
and incorporated in this chapter by this reference Chapter 18.56 ACC entitled
Signs. (Ord. 6310 § 12, 2010; Ord. 4777 § 2, 1995; Ord. 4569 § 2 (Exh. A), 1992;
Ord. 4368 § 2, 1990; Ord. 4189 § 10, 1986.)
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Section 16. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.32.040 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.32.040 Sign permit— Revocation.
The building i-nspecter-official is authorized and empowered to revoke any
permit issued by him upon failure of the holder to comply with any provision of
this chapter. (Ord. 4777 § 2, 1995; Ord. 2856 § 2, 1974; 1957 code § 2.06.040.)
Section 17. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.36A.011 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.36A.011 Adoption.
The 2015 edition of the International Fire Code, 2012 Edition, as published
by the International Code Council, as adopted and hereafter amended in-by the
State Building Code Council in Chapter 51-54A WAC, effective July 1. 2010.
together w.th--ameed ►e4s, add+t+on-sr-a+4--dglctions adopted in this chapter,
including Appendix B, "Fire Flow Requirement : : _ : ,"
Hydrant Locations and Distribution.' Appendix D, "Fire Apparatus Access
Roads," and E, "Hazard Categories„" and Appendix H, "Hazardous
Materials Management Plan (HMMP) and Hazardous Materials Inventory
Statement (HMIS) Instructions," is adopted by reference with amendments,
additions, and deletions thereto as provided in this chapter. Chapter 15.38A ACC
and this chapter shall be controlling within the jurisdiction of the city. The
manufacture, storage, handling, sale, and use of fireworks shall be governed by
Chapter 70.77 RCW and by Chapter 212-17 WAC and Chapter 8.24 ACC,
Fireworks, consistent with Chapter 212-17 WAC. (Ord. 6469 § 5, 2013; Ord.
6310 § 13, 2010; Ord. 6104 § 11, 2007; Ord. 5874 § 10, 2004.)
Section 18. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.36A.031 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.36A.031 Fire service features.
Chapter 5 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Service Features,"
is adopted with the following amendments:
A. Fire Apparatus Access Roads — Marking. Section 503 of the
International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Apparatus Access Roads," is amended by
adding the following subsection:
Sec. 503.3 Marking. Fire apparatus access roads shall be marked
whenever necessary to maintain the unobstructed minimum required width of
roadways. Subject to the fire code official's prior written approval, marked fire
apparatus access roads, or "fire lanes" as defined in section 50-24202 of the
code, may be established or relocated at the time of plan review, pre-
construction site inspection, and/or post construction site inspection as well as
any time during the life of the occupancy. Only those fire apparatus access roads
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established by the fire code official can utilize yellow marking paint and the term
"fire lane." Fire lanes shall be marked as directed by the fire code official in
accordance with ACC 10.36.175.
B. Fire Apparatus Access Roads — Marking. Section 503 of the
International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Apparatus Access Roads," is amended by
adding the following subsection:
Sec. 503.3.1 Alternate materials and methods. The fire code official may
modify, on a case-by-case basis, any of the marking provisions in this subsection
503.3 where practical difficulties exist, Modification requests shall be submitted in
writing to the fire code official setting forth a suggested alternative.
C. Fire Protection Water Supplies — Where Required. Section 507 of
the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Protection Water Supplies," is amended
by substituting subsection 507.5.1 with the following:
Sec. 507.5.1 Where required. Where a portion of the All buildings or
structures hereafter constructed or moved into the city is shall be located so that
there is at least-1hydr-aht-w+thinmore than 150 feet, and no portion of the building
- _ - •_ - .!! -- in vehicular travel from a hydrant, as measured
by an approved route, on-site fire hydrants and mains shall be provided where
required by the fire code official.--
D. Clear Space Around Hydrants. Section 507 of the International Fire
Code, entitled "Clear Space Around Hydrants," is amended by substituting
subsection 507.5.5 with the following:
Sec. 507.5.5 Clear space around hydrants. A 5-foot clear space shall be
maintained around the circumference of fire hydrants except as otherwise
required or approved. (Ord. 6310 § 14, 2010; Ord. 5874 § 10, 2004.)
Section 18. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.36A.041 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.36A.041 Sections 903 and 2305 amended — -He-use-keeping and
maintenanceAutomatic Sprinkler Systems.
A. Automatic Sprinkler Systems — Speculative Use Warehouses.
Section 903 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Automatic Sprinkler
Systems," is amended by adding the following new subsections 903.2.9.3 and
903.7:
Sec. 903.2.9.311.1.4 Speculative use warehouses. Where the occupant,
tenant, or use of the building or storage commodity has not been determined or it
is otherwise a speculative use warehouse or building, the automatic sprinkler
system shall be designed and installed in accordance with the following:
1. The design area shall be not less than 2,000 square feet.
2. The density shall be not less than that for class IV non-
encapsulated commodities on wood pallets, with no solid, slatted, or wire mesh
shelving, and with aisles that are 8 feet or more in width and up to 20 feet in
height.
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3. Sprinkler piping that is 4 inches and larger in width shall be used
and the structural engineer of record shall provide written verification approving
of the point and dead loads.
Sec. 903.7. Automatic sprinkler riser rooms. All automatic sprinkler system
risers shall be located in a dedicated room with an exterior door, lighting and
heat. This requirement shall include any NFPA 13, 13R and 13D systems which
serve more than one (1) dwelling unit or unit of occupancies.
EXCEPTION: 13D single family dwellings or Townhomes defined within
the IRC.
Section 19. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.36A.045 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.36A.045 Section 3205 amended — Housekeeping and maintenance.
A. Automatic Sprinkler Systems — Speculative Use Warehouses.
Section 903 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Automatic Sprinkler
Systems," is amended by adding the following new subsections 903.2.9.3 and
903.7:
Sec. 903.2.9.3. Speculative use warehouses. Where the occupant, tenant,
or use of the building or storage commodity has not been determined or it is
otherwise a speculative use warehouse or building, the automatic sprinkler
system shall be designed and installed in accordance with the following:
1 . The design area shall be not less than 2,000 square feet.
2. The density shall be not less than that for class IV non-
encapsulated commodities on wood pallets, with no solid, slatted, or wire mesh
shelving, and with aisles that are 8 feet or more in width and up to 20 feet in
height.
3. Sprinkler piping that is 4 inches and larger in width shall be used
and the structural engineer of record shall provide written verification approving
of the point and dead loads.
Sec. 903.7. Automatic sprinkler riser rooms. All automatic sprinkler system
risers shall be located in a dedicated room with an exterior door, lighting and
heat. This requirement shall include any NFPA 13, 13R and 13D systems which
serve more than one (1) dwelling unit or unit of occupancies.
EXCEPTION: 13D single family dwellings or Townhomes defined within
the IRC.
B. International Fire Code Section 2305-3205 is amended to read as
follows:
2305.6.13205.6.1 — Signage.
Facilities designed in accordance with this section shall include the
appropriate signage (as shown below) and shall be properly posted.
Example of approved signage required for use of Section
2305.6.13205.6.1 , as amended:
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BLACK LETTERS (TWO INCH HIGH)
NO STACKING*ABOVE THIS LINE
''
" IIIIII
6Y ORDER OF THE FIRE MARSHAL t ♦'—WHITE
I ENAMEL
PAINT
RED LETTERS RED STRIPE 12'
(TWO INCH] A.A.F.
1. This sign must be posted prior to building being fixtured stocked
and/or occupied.
2. Mount signs at 50'0" O.C. on all walls starting 25'0" from any
exterior corner: also on two sides of each column.
3. Signage required on end of racks, if installed.
4. In accordance with the International Fire Code as amended. (Ord.
6310 § 15, 2010; Ord. 6104 § 12, 2007; Ord. 5874 § 10, 2004.)
Section 20. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.36A.081 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.36A.081 Definitions.
"Addressable" means the capability of a fire alarm system and associated
devices that have discrete identification so that system devices can have their
status individually identified within the fire alarm system. "Common use" m ane
i ter-ier or exterior circulation paths, rooms, spaces or elements that are not
a-va+lable for pub-lis-&se and arc made available for the shared use or two or more
people.
"Employee work area" means all or any portion of a space used-only by
-• _ _ - _ _ e • e - - _ _ - . - 2 •_ _ , e• - _ _ kitchenettes.
"Public use areas'. means interior or exterior rooms or spaces that are
• ._ . . - -- .--- . . . . . (Ord. 6104 § 13, 2007.)
Section 21. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.36A.091 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.36A.091 Fire alarm and detection systems.
A. International Fire Code Chapter 9 is amended to read as follows:
907.1 .3 Equipment. Equipment systems and their components shall be
listed and approved for the purposes for which they were installed. All new
systems shall be addressable. Each device shall have its own address and
annunciate individual device addresses at a UL Central Station.
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907.1.4 Approved Fire Alarm and Detection Systems. In addition to any
requirement of 907.2 or 907.3, all occupancies exceeding 5,000 square feet
gross floor area shall be required to provide an approved automatic fire detection
and alarm system. Fire walls as-e- -e ' shall not be considered
to separate a building to enable deletion of the required fire detection system.
EXCEPTIONS:
1. Group "U" Occupancies.
2. Occupancies protected throughout by an approved monitored
automatic sprinkler system may delete heat and smoke detectors from the
system.
3. One and Two Family residences.
- --- e - • .- . • - - - • • -- - 00
EXCEP-TI.ONS:
storage areas in S1 and S2 occupancies or other approved-afees.
907.6.2.3.1 Public and Common Areas. Visible and audible alarm
nati.ficate-- - - - •- - -- = e . _ - - - _ ' - -e..-•••• - - .101..•
in Section 15.36A.081.
907- 6 --2-907.5.2.3.1 Employee Work Areas. Visible and audible alarm
notification appliances shall be provided in employee work areas as defined in
ACC Section 15.36A.081.
B. For purposes of this chapter, a "fire wall," "fire barrier." or
"horizontal assembly" shall not be considered to separate a building so as to
avoid the required automatic fire alarm and detection system. A building shall
have a minimum distance of five feet from any point of the building to any point of
another building and from the property line in order to be considered a separate
building. (Ord. 6310 § 16, 2010; Ord. 6104 § 14, 2007.)
Section 22. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.38A.021 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.38A.021 General.
A. Automatic fire extinguishing systems shall be installed in
accordance with this chapter or as approved by both the building official and fire
code official.
B. Fire hose threads used in connection with automatic fire
extinguish^^ &ystem sl all be national standard hose threads or as approved by
the fire code official.
GB. The location of fire department hose connections shall be located
within 50 feet of and no closer than five feet of an approved water supply and the
connection shall be located on the same side of the fire access roadway as the
approved water supply and must be approved by the fire code official.
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DC. Buildings used for high piled combustible storage shall comply with
the fire protection requirements of the fire code and Chapter 15.36A ACC.
ED. For additional provisions on special hazards see the fire code and
building code for requirements. (Ord. 6310 § 17, 2010; Ord. 5874 § 12, 2004.)
15.38A.041 Application.
An automatic fire extinguishing system shall be installed and maintained in
an operable condition as specified in this chapter in the following locations:
A. All new buildings that do not have adequate fire flow or do not have
adequate emergency fire vehicle access as required in the fire code and as
determined by the fire code official.
B. All new buildings except those classed as Group R, Division 3 and
Group U, when:
1 . The building has more than 10,000 square feet of floor area, or is
higher than 30 feet, or requires more than 2,500 gallons per minute of fire flow. in
___ -. • .- . " • - - _ -ire Code Appendix B.
C. All new buildings that contain more than 8,000 square feet of Group
A occupancies and in:
4 _ All A 2 assembly roomc used primarily for entertaining occupants
w-1 o-a-re--een-suming alcoholic- nonalcoholic-bever-:- e - -'•_ • -- - _
areas where the total floor area is more than 5,000 square feet. For uses to be
considered separated, the separation shall not be less than a ane-hour
21. All enclosed usable space below or over a stairway in Group A,
&visions 1 through, 2, 3, 4 and 5 occupancies.
3-_ Allbuildings except those that are both less than 1 ,000
square feet of floor area and have an exit tra-vel dfrom1-thatt-is
less than 50 feet.
4._ Areas under roof and gridiron, in the tic and fly galleries, and in all
__ - _ •- _ _ - . - _ _ .- ; _ . - . •s within the-.pern-lanen-t
platforms that are more than 500 square feet in area; and in dressing rooms.
_ - ::• . -- - - - -• - -- - - - - •• , .th the
a. Spr-in.klers arc not required for-stages--17000--square feet (92.9 m2
or-less in area a,.dw0-feet-(15 240-mm) or less in-Neight-wheere -rtaa^-s,sce-;ery
or other combustible hangings are not retractable vertically. Combustible
hangings shall be limited to a single main curtain, borders, legs and a single
backdrop.
b. Under stage areas less than four feet (1,219 mm) in clear height
used exclusively for chair or—t. : - e 's-: _ -- •• ee—�th f, -iv
e •• . e- _ _ • all-board-or an approved equal-
D. Additions, Alterations and Repairs. For the purpose of this chapter,
any alteration or repair which changes the character of the occupancy or use,
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and which increases the fire or life safety or structural hazards, shall comply with
the requirements of this chapter and:
1. Any additions that increase the floor area of a building shall require
that the entire building comply with this chapter; and
2. These determinations shall be made by the building official and the
fire code official.
E. For purposes of this chapter, a "fire wall," "fire barrier," or
"horizontal assembly" shall not only be considered to separate a building so as to
avoid the required automatic fire extinguishing system upon approval of the
building official and/or the fire code official. A—bt+itd+ng- shall have a minimum
dista• - r'. • •• -•• - •• ee • e •" e - e e - • ee.• , . e herbt�+td4n.g
and from the property line in order to be considered a separate building
F. Plans. In addition to the requirements in the building and fire codes,
all plans for automatic fire extinguishing systems, including sprinkler system
underground piping, shall bear the stamp and signature of a Washington State
professional engineer who is registered as qualified in fire protection engineering,
or registered as a certified sprinkler contractor through the Washington State Fire
Marshal's Office, or as approved by the fire code official.
G. When the fire code official determines that fire flows required by the
City of Auburn Design Standards cannot be achieved, or determines additional
fire flows are required by referencing Appendix B of the 2015 International Fire
Code, additional fire suppression or other safety measures may be required.
H. Conflict. In case of conflict between the requirements contained in
Chapter 15.08A ACC and this chapter, the requirements of this chapter shall
govern and prevail. (Ord. 6310 § 18, 2010; Ord. 5874 § 12, 2004.)
Section 23. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.48.010 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.48.010 Definitions.
For the purpose of this chapter, the following terms, phrases, words and
their derivations shall have the meaning given in this section.
A. "Building" is that which is built or constructed, an edifice or structure
of any kind, or any piece of work artificially built up or composed of parts joined
together in some definite manner. For the purpose of this section, manufactured
or mobile homes are not considered "buildings" with regards to the applicability of
Chapter 15.48 ACC.
B. "Building inspector" is the building official, or his designated deputy.
(Ord. 4189 § 13, 1986.)
Section 24. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.48.040 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
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15.48.040 Permit- Application - Form.
The application shall be made in writing, upon forms provided by the
planning and development department, and shall be filed with the planning
andcommunity development and public works department. (Ord. 6310 § 22,
2010; Ord. 2856 § 2, 1974; 1957 code § 2.14.030(A).)
Section 25. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.48.090 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.48.090 Permit- Application - Performance bond or deposit accompanying.
The applicant shall also file a performance bond or certified check in 100
percent the amount of the estimated cost of such removal or moving, alteration,
repair, change, addition or rebuilding, as cotimatecl reviewed and accepted by
the building inspectorofficial; and such performance bond shall be conditioned
upon the owner, resident or other individual securing such permit faithfully
bringing the building or structure so moved and/or altered up to all standards as
required by the building code and ordinances of the city, and shall further be
conditioned upon the owner-applicant completing such work and complying with
the building code and ordinances of the city within six months from the date such
permit is granted. (Ord. 3288 § 18, 1978.)
Section 26. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.48.120 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.48.120 Permit- Fees, deposits and insurance filed with city clerk.
A. Deposits. The pi community development and public
works department shall deposit all fees and deposits and all insurance policies
with the city Ele-r-kfinance department.
B. Return upon Nonissuance. In the event that the planning and
development department is unable to issue a permit, the department shall return
to the applicant all insurance policies submitted. Permit fees filed with the
application shall not be returned. (Ord. 6310 § 25, 2010; Ord. 2856 § 2, 1974;
1957 code § 2.14.040(C).)
Section 27. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.48.130 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.48.130 Designations of streets.
The community development and public works - . - - - - -- --
department shall p-rocure from theu 4e-worksdep en4determine a list of
designated streets over which the building may be moved. The community
development and public works planning-and development-department shall have
the list approved by the chief of police and shall reproduce the list upon the
permit in writing. In making their determinations, the community development and
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public works pub warms department and the chief of police shall act to assure
maximum safety to persons and property in the city and to minimize congestion
and traffic hazards on public streets. (Ord. 6310 § 26, 2010; Ord. 2856 § 2, 1974;
1957 code § 2.14.040(D).)
Section 28. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.48.140 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.48.140 Permittee's duties.
Every permittee under this chapter shall:
A. Move a building only over streets designated for such use in the
written permit;
B. Notify the community development and public works paa-nx�in-g-a-nd
deve- pmen-t-department in writing of a desired change in moving date and hours
as proposed in the application;
C. Notify the community development and public works {ala-nn-iRg-and
develejneet-department in writing of any and all damage done to property
belonging to the city within 24 hours after the damage or injury has occurred;
D. Cause red lights to be displayed during the nighttime on every side
of the building, while standing on a street, in such a manner as to warn the public
of the obstruction, and shall at all times erect and maintain barricades across the
streets in such manner as to protect the public from damage or injury by reason
of the removal of the building;
E. Comply with the building code, the fire zonecode, the zoning
ordinance and all other applicable ordinances and laws upon relocating the
building in the city;
F. Pay the expense of a traffic officer if ordered by the community
development and public works p1a.n.n+n-g- and development—department to
accompany the movement of the building to protect the public from injury;
G. Remove all rubbish and materials and fill all excavations to existing
grade at the original building site so that the premises are left in a safe and
sanitary condition;
H. See that the sewer line is plugged with a concrete stopper and the
water shut off. Permittee shall notify the gas and electric service companies to
remove their services. (Ord. 6310 § 27, 2010; Ord. 2856 § 2, 1974; 1957 code §
2.14.050.)
Section 29. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.52.030 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.52.030 Requirements generally.
A. The owner, agent, occupant, lessee or tenant of any building or
portion thereof situated within the city limits shall maintain a building number
thereon as provided in this chapter.
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B. Each figure of the building number shall be a minimum of four
inches in height on single-family residential occupancies. Individual suite
numbers on commercial occupancies and individual multifamily unit numbers
shall be a minimum of two inches in height. Numbers shall be of a color that will
contrast with the structure's background color and shall be either illuminated
during periods of darkness, or be reflective, so the address numbers are easily
seen at night.
C. The building(s) shall have the building address numerals located on
the upper 25 percent of the building face fronting the public street or right-of-way.
This requirement may be reduced in the downtown area where buildings are
located closer to the public way or right-of-way. Numeral size shall be as follows:
Setback from Public Less than 75 Feet Greater than 75
Way or Right-of-Way from Public Way Feet from Public
Centerline or Right-of-Way Way or Right-of-
Centerline Way Centerline
Multifamily 12" High 18" High
Small Commercial 12" High 18" High
Large Commercial 18" High 24" High
(>20.000-SF or over
30-ft in height)
Monument Sign 8" High N/A
D. It shall be the duty of the building official to assign the correct
building number to all structures within the city at the time of issuance of building
permits, or upon the request of any owner, occupant or lessee. The building
official shall also assign site addresses to all lots created or modified through a
subdivision process as contained within ACC Title 17. The building official is
authorized to develop standards and procedures for the assignment of building
numbers in a logical and consistent manner throughout the city. The building
official shall consult with other affected city departments and responsible
authorities in the development and application of such standards. (Ord. 6038 § 2,
2006; Ord. 5998 § 2, 2006; Ord. 5874 § 14, 2004; Ord. 2856 § 2, 1974; 1957
code § 2.15.030.)
Section 30. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.52.055 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.52.055 Changing a building number— Procedures.
A. An assigned building number may be changed by action of the city
council upon petition for such change by the building owner, by petition by an
outside service agency such as the U.S. Postal Service, or by petition of any city
department.
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B. An assigned building number may be changed by action of the city
council upon petition for such change by an outside agency such as the U.S.
Postal Service or by petition of any city department.
BC. Prior to acting on any proposal to change a building number, the
city council shall conduct at least one public hearing; provided, that if the building
owner is the petitioner, a public hearing shall not be required city council action is
not necessary.
GD. Notice shall be provided to all potentially affected building owners,
utility providers, the U.S. Postal Service, fire authority, and any other appropriate
outside service agencies as determined by the building official, at least 10
calendar days prior to the public hearing. Legal notice shall also be advertised in
a newspaper of general circulation at least 10 calendar days prior to the public
hearing.
GE. The building official is authorized to develop procedures for the
filing and processing of such petitions. (Ord. 6038 § 2, 2006; Ord. 5998 § 2,
2006.)
Section 31. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.52.060 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.52.060 Unnumbered or illegibly numbered buildings.
In cases where a building requiring a building number to be affixed
thereon pursuant to this chapter remains unnumbered, or where the building
number thereon has become lost, destroyed or defaced so as to become
illegible, the owner, agent, occupant, tenant or lessee shall cause the building to
be numbered in a manner consistent with this chapter within 30--14 days after
notification therefor by the building official. (Ord. 6038 § 2, 2006; Ord. 5998 § 2,
2006; Ord. 2856 § 2, 1974; 1957 code § 2.15.060.)
Section 32. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.56.020 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.56.020 Alarm users registration required.
A. Beginning January 1, 2000, no person shall operate or use an
security alarm system on any premises within the city of Auburn, under that
person's control, without first having obtained from the police department a
separate registration for each premises protected by an alarm system.
B. The police department may not respond to any alarm system for
which a registration has not first been obtained.
C. For the purposes of this section, a person shall be deemed to be an
operator or user of an alarm system if:
1. The person controls both the alarm system and the premises upon
which it is installed; or
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2. The person controls the premises and is the subscriber, client or
tenant of the system subscriber; or
3. The person is the system subscriber or alarm user.
D. All persons required to obtain a registration must complete a
registration application form that is provided by the police department.
Information required to be provided on the registration application form includes,
but is not limited to:
1. Subscriber's and/or alarm user's name, address and telephone
number(s);
2. Names and telephone numbers of three additional persons who will
respond in the event of alarm activation in the absence of the alarm user and
said persons will provide access to premises and be able to deactivate alarm, or
said persons will provide information on who to contact for access;
3. The name(s) of the alarm installation business and alarm
monitoring business responsible for regular maintenance and monitoring;
4. The information required in subsection (D)(3) of this section shall
not apply to alarms which are installed by the homeowner/tenant;
5. The information required in subsection (D)(3) of this section shall
not apply to: (a) existing alarms; or (b) alarms which are installed in multiple-
tenant buildings.
E. Failure to complete the required information will result in automatic
denial of the registration.
F. Each registration shall be given a number which shall not be
transferable.
G. Completed applications for an alarm user's registration and a fee as
set forth in the city of Auburn fee schedule shall be filed with the police
department, except that no fee shall be charged for alarms installed prior to
enactment of this chapter if a registration application for such existing alarm
system is filed prior to January, 2000.
H. A penalty fee as set forth in the fee resolution will be charged, in
addition to the fee provided in subsection G of this section, to a user who fails to
obtain a registration within 30 days after the system becomes operative. or to a
current user who fails to obtain a registration.
Registration fees shall be payable to the city of Auburn and
deposited into the city's general fund.
J. Any person who owns, operates, or possesses any alarm system
within the city of Auburn, which does not conform to the requirements of this
chapter, shall disconnect that alarm and render it inoperable or alter it in
accordance with this chapter no later than 60 days after enactment of this
chapter.
K. The following shall be required to obtain a registration under this
article, but shall not be required to pay any fee:
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1. Businesses which are nonprofit organizations, including but not
limited to religious, civic, charitable, benevolent, nonprofit, cultural, governmental
or youth organizations.
L. Alarm user shall notify police department, within 10 days, of any
change of information from that contained on the registration application. (Ord.
5819 § 8, 2004; Ord. 5224 § 1, 1999.)
Section 33. Amendment to City Code. That Section 15.74.030 of the
Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
15.74.030 Definitions.
For the purpose of this chapter, the following words shall have the
following meanings:
A. "Accelerated erosion" Erosion much more rapid than normal or
geologic erosion, primarily as a result of the influence of the activities of man or,
in some cases, of the animals or natural catastrophes that expose bare surfaces
(e.g., fires). means-any-+ner-ease . - -- - - - •- . - - - - - - - - a
land disturbing activity.
B. "Clearing" means the destruction and removal of vegetation by
manual, mechanical, or chemical methods any activity—w-h c –removes or
=- e- --- e- - e.. •* -- - - - , - - - - -e.•e - - •- -imited to
root mat removal and/or topsoil removal by me-- -. - - - •- -
and which exposes the arth's surface.
C. "Filling" means the act of transporting or placing (by any manner or
mechanism) fill material from, to, or on any soil surface, natural vegetative
covering of soil surface, or fill material (including temporary stockpiling of fill
material).
D. "Grading" means any excavating, filling, clearing, or re-contouring
of the ground surface or combination thereof.
E. "Ground cover" means small plants such as salal, ferns, mosses,
grasses or other types of vegetation which normally cover the ground, including
trees less than six inches in diameter measured at 24 inches above ground level,
which renders the surface of the soil stable against accelerated erosion.
F. "Impervious surface" means a hard surface area that either
prevents or retards the entry of water into the soil mantle as under natural
conditions prior to development. A hard surface area which causes water to run
off in greater quantities or at an increased rate of flow from the flow under natural
conditions prior to development. Common impervious surfaces include, but are
not limited to, roof tops, walkways, patios, driveways, parking lots, storage areas,
concrete or asphalt paving, gravel roads, packed earthen materials, and oiled
macadam or other surfaces which similarly impede the natural infiltration of storm
water. Open, uncovered retention/detention facilities shall not be considered as
impervious surfaces for the purpose of determining whether the thresholds for
application of minimum requirements are exceeded. Open, uncovered
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retention/detention facilities shall be considered impervious surfaces for
purposes of runoff modeling.
G. "Land disturbing activity" means any activity that results in
movement of earth, or a change in the existing soil cover (both vegetative and
non-vegetative) and/or the existing soil topography. Land disturbing activities
include, but are not limited to, clearing, grading, filling, and excavation.
Compaction that is associated with stabilization of structures and road
construction shall also be considered land disturbing activity. Vegetation
maintenance practices are not considered land disturbing activity.
H. "Permanent structure" means any buildings which are immovable
including homes, garages, barns, storage buildings, or a driveway not wider than
20 feet which is the exclusive route of ingress and egress to an immovable
garage or carport.
"Pre-loading" means the placement of material with the intent to
surcharge and compress subsurface soils for a limited amount of time.
J. "Sedimentation" means the process by which solid particulate
matter is transported by water off the site of the land disturbing activity and
settles onto land or the bed of a creek, stream, river, wetland, pond, lake, or
other water body.
K. "Stockpiling" means the placement of material with the intent to
remove at a later time.
L. "Tree" means any self-supporting perennial woody plant
characterized by natural growth of one main stem or trunk with a definite crown,
and maturing at a height of at least six feet above the ground.
M. "Shrubs" means any living terrestrial plant or vegetation other than
a tree or ground cover on land.
N. "Significant tree" means a healthy evergreen tree, six inches or
more in diameter measured four feet above grade, or a healthy deciduous tree
four inches or more in diameter measured four feet above grade.
O. "Underdeveloped property" means any parcel which under the city's
zoning code may be further subdivided to allow further development, or is not
already developed to the fullest zoning potential.
P. "Undeveloped property" means any parcel which has not been
altered from its natural state by grading or filling or by construction of private
structures or public infrastructure that allows further development. (Ord. 6283 §
13, 2009; Ord. 6146 § 1, 2007; Ord. 4861 § 1, 1996; Ord. 4266 § 1, 1988.)
15.74.050 Exemptions.
A. The following are exempt from the requirements of this chapter:
Al. Removal of dead or diseased trees, shrubs, or ground cover.
B2. Clearing and grading associated with continuous agricultural uses,
excluding timber cutting not otherwise exempted.
G3. Clearing and grading not to exceed 6,999 square feet of area within
individual lots, for the purpose of the construction of a single-family home or
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duplex, provided a building permit has been issued by the city prior to
commencing the clearing and grading activities and construction of the structure
starts within 90 days of commencing clearing and grading activities.
D4. The removal of up to six trees per lot within any 12-month period, or
for lots greater than one acre, up to six trees per acre within any 12-month
period, with fractional acres of one-half acre or more considered to be a whole
acre.
E5. Clearing and grading for the construction and maintenance of
public facilities as approved by the city engineer to include water, sanitary sewer,
streets, highways, storm drainage and related facilities.
1=6. Removal of trees, shrubs, and ground cover in emergency
situations involving immediate danger to life or property.
G7. Routine landscape maintenance and minor repair.
ki8. Removal of trees and vegetation consistent with an approved
surface mining permit.
1:9 Removal of a tree from property zoned residential that endangers a
permanent structure by being closer to the structure than the distance from the
base of the tree to its top, regardless of whether the tree is located on the same
property as the structure.
J10. Upon approval of the city engineer or his/her designee, clearing
and grading not to exceed 500 cubic yards consisting of excavations of less than
five feet in vertical depth and/or fills less than eight inches of vertical depth;en
any portion of a site and involving the deposit or displacement of not more than a
total of 500 cubic yards of material during any 24 month period.
K11 . Upon approval of the city engineer or his/her designee, the
temporary stockpiling of less than 500 cubic yards, combined, of topsoils,
crushed rock, sawdust, mulch, bark, chips, or similar materials on a lot, tract, or
parcel of land for a period not to exceed 12 months; provided, that the stockpile
has adequate coverage to prevent erosion.
ti-pen--approval of the city engineer or his/her designee, the
broadcasting of les than 500 cubic yards of topsoil. peat, sawdust, mulch, bark,
chips, or solid nutrients used for landscaping or : -: :' .*-•-* - - - , - -
parcel of land wring any 24 month period, provided the finished depth does not
in crew-se-the- -ra-de-r$m the c x+s.ti.ng--g r' e-b-y- ,met h a n eig-h-t-inches.
M12. Upon approval of the city engineer or his/her designee, the
temporary stockpiling of organic or inorganic materials used in an approved
construction project, provided the use, location, duration, and extent of the
stockpile was disclosed through the environmental or development review
process. In no case shall a temporary stockpile remain beyond a 24-month
period.
P413. The creation of impervious surfaces which have a surface area less
than 2,000 square feet.
014. Emergency temporary sandbagging, diking, ditching, filling or
similar work during or after periods of extreme weather conditions when done to
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protect life or property, provided such measures do not adversely impact
adjacent properties or public facilities.
B. An exemption from clearing, filling, and grading permit
requirements does not exempt a property owner from the policies, criteria, and
standards contained in this chapter or other applicable local, state, or federal
regulations or permit requirements.
C. The property owner is responsible to ensure that clearing of any
trees that are within striking distance of a structure or have the potential to cause
damage to others is performed by a licensed and bonded contractor. (Ord. 6283
§ 14, 2009; Ord. 6146 § 1, 2007: Ord. 4861 § 1, 1996; Ord. 4266 § 1 , 1988.)
Section 34. Amendment to City Code. That the title to Chapter 15.56 of
the Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows:
Chapter 15.56
SECURITY ALARM SYSTEMS
Sections:
15.56.010 Repealed.
15.56.020 Alarm users registration required.
15.56.030 Fees.
15.56.040 Additional duties of alarm user.
15.56.050 Alarm business duties.
15.56.060 Non-permitted system and uses.
15.56.070 Special registrations.
15.56.080 Administrative hearing.
15.56.090 Violations — Penalties.
Section 35. Repeal of Section in City Code. That Section 15.08A.071
(Building Code) of the Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is repealed.
Section 36. Repeal of Section in City Code. That Section 15.38A.031
(Fire Protection Requirements) of the Auburn City Code be and the same hereby
is repealed.
Section 37. Repeal of Chapter in City Code. That Chapter 15.16
(Dangerous Buildings Code) of the Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is
repealed.
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Section 38. Repeal of Chapter in City Code. That Chapter 15.40
(Smoke Detectors) of the Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is repealed.
Section 39. Repeal of Chapter in City Code. That Chapter 15.64
(Swimming Pools) of the Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is repealed.
Section 40. Implementation. The Mayor is hereby authorized to
implement such administrative procedures as may be necessary to carry out the
directions of this legislation.
Section 41. Severability. The provisions of this ordinance are
declared to be separate and severable. The invalidity of any clause, sentence,
paragraph, section or portion of this ordinance, or the invalidity of the application
thereof to any person or circumstance shall not affect the validity of the
remainder of this ordinance, or the validity of its application to other persons or
circumstances.
Section 42. Effective date. This Ordinance shall take effect and be
in force five days from and after its passage, approval and publication as
provided by law.
INTRODUCED: JUN 2 0 2016
PASSED: JUN 2 0 2016
APPROVED: JUN 2 0 2016
CITY OF AUBURN
PCNC4YOR
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ATTEST:
Danielle E. Daskam, City Clerk
APPROVED A • TO FORM:
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Daniel B. Heid;City Att. ney
Published:-5 -
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TEXT OF CODE PROVISIONS BEING REPEALED/DELETED
(Building Code Chapter)
15.08A.071 Section 3408.1 amended — Conformance.
International Building Code Section 3408.1 is amended to read as follows:
Section 3408.1 Conformance. Buildings or structures moved into or within
the jurisdiction shall comply with the provisions of this code, the International
Residential Code (WAC 51-51), the International Mechanical Code (WAC 51-52),
the International Fire Code (WAC 51-54), the Uniform Plumbing Code and
Standards (WAC 51-56 and 51-57), the Washington State Energy Code (WAC
51-11) and the Washington State Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code (WAC
51-13) for new buildings or structures.
Exception: Group R-3 buildings or structures are not required to comply if:
1 . The original occupancy classification is not changed, and
2. The original building is not substantially remodeled or rehabilitated.
For the purposes of this section a building shall be considered
substantially remodeled when the costs of remodeling exceed 60 percent of the
value of the building exclusive of the costs relating to preparation, construction,
demolition or renovation of foundations.
Structures moved into or within the jurisdiction shall comply with the
provisions of this code for new structures. Prior to issuance of a permit to move a
structure into the jurisdiction, the applicant shall provide a performance bond to
the City Treasurer for an amount to be determined by the City Council. Structures
moved into the jurisdiction shall be completed within 90 days. (Ord. 5874 § 6,
2004.)
(Fire Protection Requirements Chapter)
15.38A.031 Standards.
Automatic fire extinguishing systems shall comply with the building and
fire code standards. (Ord. 5874 § 12, 2004.)
Chapter 15.16
DANGEROUS BUILDINGS CODE1
Sections:
15.16.010 Section 401(c) amended — Service of notices and orders.
15.16.020 Section 801(b) amended — Costs.
15.16.030 Section 802 — Repair and demolition fund deleted.
15.16.040 Section 902 amended — Report transmitted to council — Set
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for hearing.
15.16.050 Section 905(c) amended — Personal obligation or special
assessment.
15.16.060 Section 908(b) amended — Lien of assessment.
15.16.070 Section 909 amended — Report to assessor and county
treasurer— Addition of assessment to tax roll.
15.16.080 Section 910 amended — Filing of report with county auditor.
15.16.090 Section 912 amended — Recovered moneys.
15.16.010 Section 401(c) amended — Service of notices and orders.
Chapter 4, Section 401(c) of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of
Dangerous Buildings is amended and shall read as follows:
c. Service of Notice and Order. The notice and order, and any amended or
supplemental notice and order, shall be served upon the record owner, and
posted on the property; and one copy thereof shall be served on each of the
following if known to the Building Official or disclosed from official public records;
the holder of any mortgage or deed of trust or other lien or encumbrance of
record; the owner or holder of any lease of record: and the holder of any other
estate or legal interest of record in or to the building or the land on which it is
located.
If the whereabouts of such persons is unknown and the same cannot be
ascertained by the Building Official in the exercise of reasonable diligence and
the Building Official shall make an affidavit to that effect, then the serving of such
compliant or order upon such person may be made by publishing the same each
week.
for two consecutive weeks, in the official newspaper of the city of Auburn.
The failure of the Building Official to serve any person required herein to
be served shall not invalidate any proceedings hereunder as to any other person
duly served or relieve any such person from any duty or obligation imposed on
him by the provisions of this Section. (Ord. 4378 § 2, 1990.)
15.16.020 Section 801(b) amended — Costs.
Section 801(b) of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous
Buildings shall be amended to read as follows:
(b) Costs. The cost of such work shall be paid from such account as
deemed appropriate by the Finance Director. (Ord. 4378 § 2, 1990.)
15.16.030 Section 802 — Repair and demolition fund deleted.
Section 802 of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous
Buildings is deleted. (Ord. 4378 § 2, 1990.)
15.16.040 Section 902 amended — Report transmitted to council — Set for
hearing.
Section 902 of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous
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Buildings shall be amended to read as follows:
Sec. 902. Upon receipt of said report, the clerk of this jurisdiction shall
present it to the legislative body of this jurisdiction for consideration. The
legislative body of this jurisdiction shall fix a time, date and place for hearing said
report and any protests or objections thereto. The clerk of this jurisdiction shall
cause notice of said hearing to be posted upon the property involved, published
once in a newspaper of general circulation in this jurisdiction, and served by
certified mail, postage prepaid, addressed to the owner of the property as his
name and address appear on the last equalized assessment roll of the county if
such so appear, or as known to the clerk and to persons entitled to notice
pursuant to Subsection (c) of Section 401. Such notice shall be given at least 10
days prior to the date set for hearing and shall specify the day, hour and place
when the legislative body will hear and pass upon the director's report, together
with any objections or protests which may be filed as hereinafter provided by any
person interested in or affected by the proposed charge. (Ord. 4378 § 2, 1990.)
15.16.050 Section 905(c) amended — Personal obligation or special
assessment.
Section 905, subsection (c) of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of
Dangerous Buildings is hereby amended as follows:
(c) Special Assessment and Lien. If the legislative body of this jurisdiction
orders that the charge shall be assessed against the property it shall confirm the
assessment, cause the same to be recorded on the assessment roll, and
thereafter said assessment shall constitute a special assessment against and a
lien upon the property which shall be of equal rank with state, county and
municipal taxes. (Ord. 4378 § 2, 1990.)
15.16.060 Section 908(b) amended — Lien of assessment.
Section 908, subsection (b) of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of
Dangerous Buildings is amended to read as follows:
(b) Interest. All such assessments remaining unpaid after 30 days from the
date of recording on the assessment roll shall become delinquent and shall bear
interest at the rate of twelve percent per annum plus penalties from and after said
date as provided for in RCW 84.56.020, as now or hereafter amended for
delinquent taxes. (Ord. 4378 § 2, 1990.)
15.16.070 Section 909 amended — Report to assessor and county treasurer —
Addition of assessment to tax roll.
Section 909 of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous
Buildings is hereby amended as follows:
Sec. 909. After confirmation of the report, certified copies of the
assessment and lien shall be given to the assessor and the county treasurer for
this jurisdiction, who shall enter the amount of the assessment upon the tax rolls
against the property for the current year and the same shall become a part of the
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general taxes for that year to be collected at the same time and with interest at
such rates and in such manner as provided for in ROW 34.56.020, as now or
hereafter amended, for delinquent taxes, and when collected to be deposited to
the credit of the general fund of the municipality. (Ord. 4378 § 2, 1990.)
15.16.080 Section 910 amended — Filing of report with county auditor.
Section 910 of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous
Buildings is hereby amended as follows:
Sec. 910. If the county assessor and the county treasurer assess property
and collect taxes for this jurisdiction, a certified copy of the assessment shall be
filed with the county auditor. The descriptions of the parcels reported shall be
those used for the same parcels on the county assessor's map books for the
current year. (Ord. 4378 § 2, 1990.)
15.16.090 Section 912 amended — Recovered moneys.
Section 912 of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous
Buildings is hereby amended as follows:
Sec. 912. All money recovered by payment of the charge of assessment
or from the sale of the property at foreclosure sale shall be paid to the Finance
Director, who shall credit the same to the appropriate account. (Ord. 4378 § 2,
1990.)
1 Prior legislation: 1957 code §§ 2.05.010 — 2.05.040; Ords. 2856, 4189.
Chapter 15.40
SMOKE DETECTORS
Sections:
15.40.010 Application and scope.
15.40.020 Definitions.
15.40.030 Conformance with nationally accepted standards.
15.40.040 Primary power supply.
15.40.050 Repealed.
15.40.060 Repealed.
15.40.070 Installation.
15.40.080 Maintenance.
15.40.090 Violation — Penalty.
15.40.010 Application and scope.
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All Group R Occupancies sold, leased, let or rented in the city of Auburn
shall have installed therein smoke detectors pursuant the provisions of this
chapter. (Ord. 4270 § 1 , 1988.)
15.40.020 Definitions.
For the purpose of this chapter, the words set out in this section shall have
the following meanings:
A. "Combination photoelectric/ionization detector" means a smoke
detection device containing both an ionization and a photoelectric element.
B. Factory Built Housing. For the purpose of these rules. "factory built
housing" is considered as any structure designed primarily for human occupancy
other than a mobile home, the structure of any room of which is either entirely or
substantially prefabricated or assembled at a place other than a building site, and
which is subject to regulation by the Washington Department of Labor and
Industries pursuant to ROW 43.22.450 through 43.22.490.
C. Group R Occupancies. "Group R occupancies" shall have the following
meanings:
1 . Group R, Division 1 of the International Building Code, guest rooms and
dwelling units, i.e., hotels, motels, apartments and condominiums;
2. Group R, Division 3 of the International Building Code, dwelling units,
i.e., duplexes, single-family dwellings and lodging houses;
3. Mobile home dwelling units.
D. "Ionization detector" means a smoke detector device which activates in
response to invisible particles created by combustion. Sensitive to open flame
fire.
E. Mobile Home. For the purpose of these rules, a "mobile home" is
considered as a factory-assembled structure or structures assembled with the
necessary service connections and made so as to be readily movable as a unit
or units on its (their) own running gear and designed to be used as a dwelling
unit without a permanent foundation, and which is subject to regulation by the
Washington Department of Labor and Industries pursuant to RCW 43.22.340
through 43.22.434.
F. "Smoke detection device" means a self-contained alarm for detecting
visible or invisible particles of combustion, which consists of an assembly of
electrical components including a smoke chamber, alarm sounding appliance,
and provision for connection to a power supply source, either by splice leads or a
cord and plug arrangement or containing integral batteries. A supplemental heat
detector may be included as part of the appliance. Terminals may be included for
connection to a remote, audible signaling appliance or accessory. An integral
transmitter may also be included to energize a remote audible signaling
appliance. The smoke detection device may be of the photoelectric and/or
ionization type. (Ord. 6310 § 20, 2010; Ord. 4270 § 2, 1988.)
15.40.030 Conformance with nationally accepted standards.
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All smoke detection devices shall be designed and manufactured in
conformance with the requirements of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. Standard
UL 217 and shall be approved or listed for the purposes for which they are
intended. (Ord. 6310 § 21 , 2010; Ord. 4270 § 3, 1988.)
15.40.040 Primary power supply.
A. The primary power supply of a smoke detection device shall be a
commercial light and power source normally available in the dwelling unit.
Connection to a commercial power and light source shall be in the form of
permanent wiring to terminals or leads in a separate wiring compartment having
provisions for the connection of a conduit, metal clad or nonmetallic sheathed
cable, by means of a power supply cord and attachment-plug cap, or by means
of a separate power supply.
B. Wiring shall be permanent and without a disconnecting switch other
than those required for over current protection.
C. Exception. Smoke detectors may be battery operated when installed in
existing buildings built prior to January 1, 1981 , or in buildings without
commercial power, or in buildings which undergo alterations, repairs or additions
regulated by subsection D of this section.
D. When the valuation of an addition or repair to a Group R Occupancy
exceeds $1,000, or when one or more sleeping rooms are added or created in
existing Group R Occupancies, the entire building shall be provided with smoke
detectors located as required for new Group R Occupancies. (Ord. 4270 § 4,
1988.)
15.40.050 Number of smoke detector devices required.
Repealed by Ord. 6310. (Ord. 4270 § 5, 1988.)
15.40.060 Location of detection devices.
Repealed by Ord. 6310. (Ord. 4270 § 6, 1988.)
15.40.070 Installation.
A. It is the responsibility of the builder or manufacturer of each new
building, mobile home or factory built housing to install smoke detection devices
within each dwelling unit.
B. It is the responsibility of the owner of each existing building, mobile
home or factory built housing to install smoke detection devices within each
dwelling unit occupied by persons other than the owner.
C. It is the responsibility of the owner of each new or existing building,
mobile home or factory built housing, containing dwelling units occupied by
persons other than the owner, to inspect and test all smoke detection devices at
the time of vacancy and make the necessary repairs or replacements to insure
that the smoke detection devices are operational prior to reoccupancy, and to
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instruct the occupants of the purpose, operation and maintenance of the smoke
detection device(s). (Ord. 4270 § 7. 1988.)
15.40.080 Maintenance.
It is the responsibility of the occupant of all new or existing dwelling units,
owned by other than the occupant, to maintain and test all smoke detection
devices installed within the dwelling unit by the owner. Actual costs of
maintenance, repair or replacement of smoke detection devices shall be as
agreed beforehand by the occupant and owner. However, failure of the owner to
abide by the terms of any such agreement does not relieve the occupant of the
responsibility to maintain the smoke detection devices in a fully operational
condition at all times. Failure to do so can subject the occupant to the penalty
provisions stated in ACC 15.40.090. (Ord. 4270 § 8, 1988.)
15.40.090 Violation — Penalty.
A violation of any of the provisions of this chapter shall be a civil infraction,
punishable in accordance with ACC 1 .25.050. (Ord. 5683 § 37, 2002; Ord. 4270
§ 9, 1988.)
Chapter 15.64
SWIMMING POOLS
Sections:
15.64.010 Fence requirements.
15.64.020 Gate and door requirements.
15.64.010 Fence requirements.
From and after the effective date of the ordinance codified in this chapter,
every permanent private outdoor swimming pool shall be surrounded by a fence
or wall not less than 60 inches in height, which shall be constructed as not to
have openings, holes or gaps larger than four inches in any dimension except for
doors or gates. All fences erected shall conform to the fence regulations as set
forth in Chapter 18.31 ACC. (Ord. 3421 § 1, 1979.)
15.64.020 Gate and door requirements.
All gates or door openings through the fences required in ACC 15.64.010
shall be equipped with a self-closing and self-latching device located upon the
inside of the gate or door of sufficient height so that small children cannot reach
the latch. All gates and doors shall be kept securely closed at all times when not
in use. (Ord. 3421 § 2, 1979.)
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