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ORDINANCE NO. 5874
AN ORDINANCE of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington; amending Chapter 15.06 and Sections
15.12.020, 15.12.030, 15.52.010, and 15.52.030 of the
Auburn City Code; creating new Chapters 15.07, 15.08A,
15.36A, and 15.38A and Section 15.04.090 of the Auburn
City Code; and repealing Chapter 15.08, 15.36, 15.38 and
Section 15.04.050 of the Auburn City Code; relating to
adoption of the state building codes.
WHEREAS, the State of Washington establishes the State Building Code as set
forth in RCW 19.27.031; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Auburn has adopted by reference
numerous building codes for the health, safety and welfare of the citizens as set forth in
ACC Chapter 15; and
WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to amend ACC Title 15 in order to adopt by
reference the new State Building Codes.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN,
WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN as follows:
SECTION ONE. That Section 15.04.050 ACC, relating to the city clerk acting as one of
the assistants to the building official, is repealed.
15.04.050 Administrative officials.
The city clerk shall serve as one of the assistants to the building official to issue
such f-orms, permits and notices and to collect cuch fees and to perform such
administrative duties ac the building official shall determine. (Ord. 2856 § 2, 1074; 1057
code § 2.01.060.)
SECTION TWO. That a new Section 15.04.090 ACC, relating to building code
enforcement, is added to the Auburn City Code to read as follows:
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15.04.090 Enforcement.
Pursuant to ACC Sections 15.07.030 and 15.07.040 the building official is
authorized to enforce the provisions of this title.
Recognizing the authority and responsibility vested in the director under the
codes adopted by this Title, the building official is authorized to promulgate such rules,
policies and/or procedures as deemed necessary to carry out the intent of this title and
provide for the efficient operation of the permit process as it may be administered by the
building official and staff. In so doing, the building official may, from time to time, and
notwithstanding other provisions of this title:
(a) Record with the county auditor's office notices of building permit and/or land
use compliance related activity regarding a specific site, which after reasonable efforts
in working with a property owner, is not brought into conformance with the provisions of
this title, or notices and orders as called for under the Dangerous Buildings Code;
and/or
(b) Call upon the Auburn Police Chief to assist in the enforcement of this title.
The chief or his designee is authorized to issue criminal citations for violations of this
title when criminal sanctions are appropriate under the Auburn City Code.
SECTION THREE. That Chapter 15.06 ACC, relating to adoption of state codes, is
amended to read as follows:
Chapter 15.06
UNIFORM CODES ADOPTIONINTERNATIONAL CODES
Sections:
15.06.010
15.06.020
15.06.030
15.06.040
15.06.050
Uniform codes adopted. International codes adopted
Conflicts between codes.
Exceptionß. - Repealed
Penalties and enforcement.
Documents to be filed and available for public inspection.
15.06.010 Uniform codes adoptcd.lnternational 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 and
UniformCode, 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.
A The Uniform Building Codes and Standards, 1007 Edition, published by the
International Conference of Building Officials as adopted in Chapter 51 40 '.^lAC, which
Chapter 51 40 WAC is adopted by reference 'Nith amendments, deletions and additions
thereto as provided in Chapter 15.08 ,^,CC, entitled "Building Code."2003 edition of the
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International Buildina Code, as adopted and hereafter amended by the State Building
Code Council in Chapter 51-50 WAC. as published bv the International Code Council.
excludina chapter 1 "Administration." is adopted. by reference with amendments.
deletions and additions thereto as provided in Chapter 15.08A ACC. entitled "Buildina
Code."
B. The State Building Code Guidelines, as adopted in Chapter 51 16 VVAC,
which Chapter 51 16 '^,AC is adopted by reference.
B. International Residential Code adopted
The 2003 edition of the International Residential Code. as adopted and hereafter
amended by the State Building Code Council in Chapter 51-51 WAC. as published by
the International Code Council. excluding chapter 1 "Administration". chapter 11
"Eneray Efficiency" and chapters 25 through 42 "Plumbing and Electrical" is adopted
with the following amendments:
a. Appendix Chapter G "Swimmina Pools. Spas and Hot Tubs" is hereby adopted.
C. The Uniform Mechanical Code, 1007 Edition, including Chapter 13, Fuel Gas
Piping, Appendix B, published by the International Conference of Building Officials as
adopted in Chapter 51 42 VVAC, 'I.'hich Chapter 51 42 'NAC is adopted by reference;
together '.vith amendments provided in Appendix Chapters A, C, D and Section 327 of
the 1 007 Uniform Mechanical Code as published by the International Conforence of
Building Officials.
C. International Mechanical Code adopted
The 2003 edition of the International Mechanical Code. as adopted and hereafter
amended by the State Buildina Code Council in Chapter 51-42 WAC. as published by
the International Code Council. excluding chapter 1 "Administration" is adopted.
D. The Uniform Fire Code, Articles 1 and 2, Article 0, including Sections
001.2.2.1, 001.4.2, 002.1 and 002.2 through 002.2.4.1, Articles 10 through 13, Articles
24 through 36, Articles 45 through 52, except Section 5201.1, Articles 62 through 70,
except Section 7004.5.4.2.2, and including Section 7002.1.7.2.4, Articles 81, except
Section 8101.6 '/v'hich is a ne'/v' Section 15.36.030 of the Auburn City Code, 82 through
88, except Section 8702, and Article 00, 1007 Edition, published by the International
Fire Code Institute as adopted in Chapter 51 44 'NAC, which Chapter 51 44 'NAC is
adopted by reference with amendments, deletions and additions as provided in Chapter
15.36 /\CC entitled "Fire Code"; together with Articles 61 and 80 and Sections 5201.1,
7004.5.4.2.2 and 8702 and Appendices I C, II A, II B, II D, II E, II F, II G, II H, II I, II J,
III A, III C, III D, IV A, IV B, V 1\, VI A, VI B, VI C, VI D, VI E, VI F, VI G, VI H and VI I
of the 1007 Uniform Fire Code as published by the International Fire Code Inctitute;
together with amendment~, deletions and additions as provided in Chapter 15.36 ACC
entitled "Fire Code".
D. International Fire Code adopted
The 2003 edition of the International Fire Code as adopted and hereafter amended by
the State Buildina Code Council in Chapter 51-54 WAC. as published by the
International Code Council. excluding chapter 1 "Administration" by reference with
amendments. deletions and additions thereto as provided in Chapter 15.36A ACC.
entitled "Fire Code."
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E. The Uniform Fire Code Standards, 1997 Edition, published by the International
Fire Code Institute as adopted in Chapter 51 45 \".'I\C, which Chapter 51 45 '.^lAC is
adopted by reference.
E. National Fuel Gas Code (NFPA 54) adopted
The National Fuel Gas Code. as adopted and hereafter amended by the State Building
Code Council in Chapter 51-52 WAC. as published by NFPA is adopted.
F. The Uniform Plumbing Code, 1007 Edition, Chapters 1 through 10 and
Chapter 13 published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical
Officials and the International Conference of Building Officials as adopted in Chapter
51 46 \f/AC, which Chapter 51 46 'Nf\C is adopted by reference 'Nith amendments,
deletions and additions thereto as provided in this title; together 'Nith Appendices ,f'I" B,
C, D, E and H of the 1007 Uniform Plumbing Code as published by the International
^~sociation of Plumbing and Mechanical Official~ and the International Conference of
Building Officials.
F. Liauefied Petroleum Gas Code (NFPA 58) adopted
The Liauefied Petroleum Gas Code. as adopted and hereafter amended by the State
Buildina Code Council in Chapter 51-52 WAC. as published by NFPA is adopted.
G. Tho Uniform Plumbing Code Standards, 1997 Edition (Part V of the 1007
Uniform Plumbing Code), published by the International Association of Plumbing and
Mechanical Officialc and the International Conference of Building Officials ac adopted in
Chapter 51 47 '-"lAC, which Chapter 51 47 'NAC is adopted by reference.
G. International Fuel Gas Code adopted
The 2003 edition of the International Fuel Gas Code. as adopted and hereafter
amended by the State Building Code Council in Chapter 51-52 WAC. as published by
the International Code Council. excluding chapter 1 "Administration" is adopted.
H. The 'Nashington State Energy Code as adopted in Chapter 51 11 'IV AC, which
Chapter 51 11 ',NAC togcther 'Nith any amendments thereto is adopted by reference.
H. Uniform Plumbina Code adopted
The 2003 edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code. as adopted and hereafter amended by
the State Building Code Council in Chapter 51-56 and 51-57 WAC. as published by the
International Code Council. excludina chapters 1 "Administration". chapter 12 "Fuel
Piping". chapter 15 "Firestop Protection" and those reauirements of Uniform Plumbina
Code relating to ventina and combustion air of fuel fired appliances as found in chapter
5 and those portions of the code addressing buildina sewers. is adopted with the
followina amendments:
1. Amend Section 906.1: Each vent pipe or stack shall extend through its
flashina and shall terminate vertically not less than six inches (142 mm) above
the roof nor less than one (1) foot (305 mm) from any vertical surface:
Exception: Air admittance valves (AA V) may be permitted for use on vent
terminals provided that A VV is installed per its listing and that the reauired vent
cross-sectional area reauired by Section 904.1 is provided.
2. Appendix chapter A. "Recommended Rules for Sizing the Water Supply
System" and:
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3. Appendix chapter B. "Explanatory Notes on Combination Waste and
Vent Systems" and;
4. Appendix chapter I. "Installation Standards" and:
5. Appendix chapter H. "Grease Interceptors" and:
6. Appendix chapter L. "Alternate Plumbing Systems" excludina sections
L5 through L7 and "Lawn Sprinkler Head" from table 6-4 of Appendix L are
herebyadopted.
I. The National Electrical Code, 1906 Edition, published by the National Fire
Protection Association.
I. Washinaton State Eneray Code adopted
The Washinaton State Enemy Code. as adopted and hereafter amended by the State
Building Code Council in Chapter 51-11 WAC. is adopted.
J. Standards for Factory Assembled Structures, published by the VVashington
State Department of Labor and Industries, as adopted in Chapter 296 160C, F, M WAC
Sections 200 through 266, 'Nhich Sections 200 through 266 contained in Chapter 296
160C, F, M '.^lAC are adopted by reference.
J. Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code adopted
The Washington State Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code. as adopted and
hereafter amended by the State Buildina Code Council in Chapter 51-13 WAC. is
adopted.
K. The Uniform Housing Code, Chapters 1 through 12 and 14 through 16, 1997
Edition, published by the International Conference of Building Officials as amended by
Chapter 15.12 ACC entitled "Housing Code."
L. The Uniform Code for Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, Chapters One
through Four and Seven through Nine, 1997 Edition, published by the International
Conference of Building Officials as amended by Chapter 15.16 ACC.
M. The Uniform Sign Code, 1997 Edition, published by the International
Conference of Building Officials together '.vith the amendments, additions and deletions
thereto as set forth in Chapter 16.32 ACC.
N. The Standards for Municipal Public \Norks Construction, 1907 Edition,
published by the /\merican Public \^Jorks Association.
O. The \^!ashington State Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code (Third Edition)
as adopted in Chapter 51 13 '.^lAC, 'Nhich Chapter 51 13 \^JAC is adopted by reference.
15.06.020 Conflicts between codes.
In case of conflict between codes enumerated in ACC 15.06.010(A) through
fGtí11 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.
15.06.030 Exceptionß Repealed.
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The exceptions and amendments to the Uniform Codes contained in the
provisions of Chapter 19.27 RC\^J shall apply in cases of conflict with any of the
provisions of the chapters of the 'Nashington Administrative Code which are adopted by
reference in this chapter.
15.06.040 Penalties and enforcement.
A. Unless specifically directed or assigned otherwise, violations of or failures to
comply with any of the codes adopted by this chapter shall be prosecutable in the
Auburn municipal court.
B. Unless a different city penalty is specifically provided for a violation of or
failure to comply with any of the codes adopted by this chapter, violations of and failures
to comply with the requirements of the codes adopted by this chapter shall constitute
offenses of the same description, class and category of offense as is indicated in the
adopted code. The penalty for any such offense identified or identifiable as a
misdemeanor for which no penalty is specifically provided shall be punishable by
imprisonment in the appropriate city or county jail for a period of up to 90 days and a
fine of up to $1,000, or by both such fine and imprisonment. The penalty for any such
offense identified or identifiable as a gross misdemeanor for which no penalty is
specifically provided shall be punishable by imprisonment in the appropriate city or
county jail for a period of up to one year and a fine of up to $5,000, or by both such fine
and imprisonment. The penalty for any such offense identified or identifiable as an
infraction for which no penalty is specifically provided shall be punishable in accordance
with ACC 1.25.050.
C. The penalty provisions hereof are in addition to other enforcement and
remedy provisions of the codes adopted by this chapter and of the chapters of this title.
15.06.050 Documents to be filed and available for public inspection.
The codes. appendices. and standards set forth in this chapter shall be filed with
the City Clerk and a coPY made available for use and examination by the public.
pursuant to RCW35A.12.140.
SECTION FOUR. That a new Chapter 15.07 ACC, relating to construction
administration, is added to the Auburn City Code to read as follows:
Chapter 15.07
CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
Sections:
15.07.010 General
15.07.020 Applicability
15.07.030 Enforcement agency
15.07.040 Duties and powers of code officials
15.07.050 Permits
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15.07.060 Construction documents
15.07.070 Temporary structures and uses
15.07.080 Fees
15.07.090 Inspections
15.07.100 Certificate of occupancy
15.07.110 Maintenance
15.07.120 Service utilities
15.07.130 Appeals - Hearing Examiner
15.07.140 Violations
15.07.150 Stop work order
15.07.160 Unsafe structures and equipment
15.07.010 General
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Construction Administrative
Code of the City of Auburn, hereinafter referred to as "this code."
101.2 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:
2003 International Building Code - WAC 51-50
2003 International Residential Code - WAC 51-51
2003 International Mechanical Code - WAC 51-52
National Fuel Gas Code (NFPA 54) - WAC 51-52
Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code (NFPA 58) -WAC 51-52
2003 International Fuel Gas Code - WAC 51-52
2003 International Fire Code - WAC 51-54
2003 Uniform Plumbing Code - WAC 51 -56 and WAC 51-57
101.2.1 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.
101.2.2 Definitions For the purpose of this chapter, certain terms,
phrases, words and their derivatives shall have the meanings set forth in this
section. 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.
1. "Action" means a specific response complying fully with a specific request by
the jurisdiction.
2. "Addition" means an extension or increase in floor area or height of a building
or structure.
3. "Alter" or "alteration" means a change or modification of a building, structure
or building service equipment.
4. "Approved" as to materials, types of construction, equipment and systems,
means and refers to approval by the building official as the result of
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investigation and tests conducted by the building official, or by reason of
accepted principals or tests by recognized authorities, technical or scientific
organizations.
5. "Approved agency" means an established and recognized agency regularly
engaged in conducting tests or furnishing inspection services, when the
agency has been approved by the building official.
6. "Building" means a structure used or intended for supporting or sheltering a
use or occupancy.
7. "Existing building" means a building erected prior to the adoption of this code,
or one for which a legal building permit has been issued and approved.
8. "Building official" means the officer or other designated authority charged with
the administration and enforcement of this code, or regularly authorized
deputy thereof.
9. "Building service equipment" means and refers to the plumbing, mechanical
and electrical equipment including piping, wiring, fixtures, and other
accessories which provide sanitation, lighting, heating, ventilation, cooling,
refrigeration, firefighting, and transportation facilities essential to the
occupancy of the building or structure for its designated use.
10. "Complete response" means an adequate response to all requests from city
staff in sufficient detail to allow the application to be processed.
11. "Dangerous Building Code" means the1997 Uniform Code for the Abatement
of Dangerous Buildings promulgated by the International Conference of
Building Officials as adopted by the jurisdiction.
12. "Energy code" means the Washington State Energy Code promulgated by the
Washington State Building Code Council as adopted by the jurisdiction.
13. "Housing code" means the 1997 Uniform Housing Code promulgated by the
International Conference of Building Officials as adopted by the jurisdiction.
14. "IBC" means the latest edition of the International Building Code promulgated
by the International Code Council as adopted by this jurisdiction.
15. "IFC" means the latest edition of the International Fire Code promulgated by
the International Code Council as adopted by this jurisdiction.
16. "IMC" means the latest edition of the International Mechanical Code
promulgated by the International Code Council as adopted by this jurisdiction.
17. "IRC" means the latest edition of the International Residential Code
promulgated by the International Code Council as adopted by this jurisdiction.
18. "Listed" and "listing" are terms referring to equipment or materials included in
a list by an approved testing laboratory, inspection agency or other
organization concerned with product evaluation that maintains periodic
inspection of current production of listed equipment or materials. The
published list shall state that the material or equipment complies with
approved nationally recognized codes, standards, or tests and has been
tested or evaluated and found suitable for use in a specified manner.
19. "LPG" means Liquefied Petroleum Gas.
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20. "NEC" means the latest edition of the National Electrical Code promulgated
by the National Fire Protection Association.
21. "NFPA" means the National Fire Protection Association.
22. "Occupancy" means the purpose for which a building, or part thereof, is used
or intended to be used.
23. "Owner" means any person, agent, firm, or corporation having legal or
equitable interest in the property.
24. "Permit" means an official document or certificate issued by the building
official authorizing performance or specified activity.
25. "Person" means a natural person, heirs, executors, administrators or assigns
and includes a firm, partnership, or corporation, its or their successors or
assigns, or the agent of any of the aforesaid.
26. "Repair" means the reconstruction or renewal of any part of an existing
building, structure, or building service equipment for the purpose of its
maintenance.
27. "SBCC" means the Washington State Building Code Council as appointed by
the governor of the State of Washington.
28. "Shall" as used in this chapter, is mandatory.
29. "Structure" means that which is built or constructed, an edifice or building of
any kind, or any piece of work artificially built up or composed of parts joined
together in some definite manner.
30. "Structural observation" means the visual observation of the structural
system, for general conformance to the approved plans and specifications, at
significant construction stages and at completion of the structural system.
Structural observation does not include or waive the responsibility for the
inspections required by the building code or residential code or other sections
of this code.
31. "Technical codes are the codes, appendices and referenced code standards
adopted by the jurisdiction.
32. "UPC" means the latest edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code promulgated by
the International Conference of Building Officials as adopted by this
jurisdiction.
33. "Valuation" or "value" as applied to a building or building service equipment,
means and shall be the estimated cost to replace the building and its building
service equipment in kind, based on current replacement costs. It shall also
include the contractor's overhead and profit.
34. "VIAQ" means the Washington State Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code
promulgated by the Washington State Building Code Council, as adopted by
the jurisdiction.
1 01.3 Appendices. Provisions in the appendices shall not apply unless
specifically adopted.
101.4 Intent. The purpose of this code is to establish the minimum requirements
to safeguard the public health, safety and general welfare through structural strength,
means of egress facilities, stability, sanitation, adequate light and ventilation, energy
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conservation, and safety to life and property from fire and other hazards attributed to the
built environment and to provide safety to fire fighters and emergency responders
during emergency operations.
101.5 Referenced codes. The codes listed in Sections 15.07.010.101.5.1
through 15.07.010.101.5.10 and referenced elsewhere in this code shall be considered
part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference.
101.5.1 International Building Code. The provisions of the International
Building Code shall apply to the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement,
replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance,
removal, and demolition of every building or structure or any appurtenances
connected or attached to such buildings or structures.
Exceptions:
1. Detached one and two family dwellings and multiple single-family
dwellings (townhouses) not more than three stories above grade in
height with separate means of egress and their accessory structures
shall comply with the International Residential Code.
101.5.2 International Residential Code. The provisions of the
International Residential Code For One And Two-Family Dwellings shall apply to
the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair,
equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal, and demolition
of detached one and two-family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings
(townhouses) not more than three stories in height with separate means of
egress and their accessory structures.
101.5.3 Mechanical. These provisions of the International Mechanical
Code shall apply to the installation, alterations, repairs and replacement of
mechanical systems, including equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and/or
appurtenances, including ventilating, heating, cooling, air-conditioning and
refrigeration systems, incinerators and other energy- related systems.
Exceptions:
1. The International Fuel Gas Code - for all installations utilizing
natural gas except those regulated by the IRC and those utilizing
LPG
2. International Residential Code - for all structures regulated by the
I RC except LPG installations
3. NFPA 54 & 58 - for all LPG installations
101.5.4 Liquid Propane Gas. The provisions of the National Fuel Gas
Code and Liquid Petroleum Gas Code (NFPA 54 and 58) shall apply to the
installation of all materials and equipment utilizing liquid propane gas.
101.5.5 Natural Gas. The provisions of the International Fuel Gas Code
shall apply to the installation of all materials and equipment utilizing natural gas
except those regulated by the International Residential Code.
101.5.6 Fire Prevention. The provisions of the International Fire Code
shall apply to matters affecting or relating to structures, processes and premises
from the hazard of fire and explosion arising from the storage, handling or use of
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structures, materials or devices; from conditions hazardous to life, property or
public welfare in the occupancy of structures or premises; and from the
construction, extension, repair, alteration or removal of fire suppression and
alarm systems or fire hazards in the structure or on the premises from occupancy
or operation.
101.5.7 Plumbing. The provisions of the 2003 Uniform Plumbing Code
shall apply to the installation, alteration, repair and replacement of plumbing
systems, including equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances,
and where connected to a water or sewage system and all aspects of a medical
gas system.
101.5.8 Energy. The provisions of the Washington State Energy Code
shall apply to all matters governing the design and construction of buildings for
energy efficiency.
101.5.9 Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality. The provisions of the
Washington State Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code shall apply to all
matters governing the design and construction of buildings for ventilation and
indoor air quality.
101.5.10 Electrical. The provisions of the 2002 National Electrical Code
(NEC) shall apply to the installation of electrical systems, including alterations,
repairs, replacement, equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances
thereto. Within the City of Auburn,enforcement of the NEC shall fall under the
jurisdiction of the State of Washington.
101.5.11 Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings.
The provisions of the 1997 Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous
Buildings promulgated by the International Conference of Building Officials shall
apply to the maintenance of buildings and private property.
15.07.020 Applicability
102.1 General. Where, in any specific case, different sections of this code
specify different materials, methods of construction or other requirements, the most
restrictive shall govern except that the hierarchy of the codes named in RCW 19.27
shall govern. Where there is a conflict between a general requirement and a specific
requirement, the specific requirement shall be applicable.
102.2 Other laws. The provisions of this code 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 this code.
102.4 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced
in this code shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed
extent of each such reference. Where differences occur between provisions of this code
and referenced codes and standards, the provisions of this code shall apply.
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102.5 Partial invalidity. In the event that any part or provision of this code is
held to be illegal or void, this shall not have the effect of making void or illegal any of the
other parts or provisions.
102.6 Existing structures. The legal occupancy of any structure existing on the
date of adoption of this code shall be permitted to continue without change, except as is
specifically covered in this code, the Internationa/ Fire Code, or as is deemed necessary
by the building official for the general safety and welfare of the occupants and the
public.
15.07.030 Enforcement agency
103.1 Building official. The official in charge of the building division shall be
known as the building official.
15.07.040 Duties and powers of code officials
104.1 General. The building official is hereby authorized and directed to enforce
the provisions of this code. The fire code official is authorized and directed to enforce
the provisions of the International Fire Code. The building official shall have the
authority to render interpretations of this code 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 this code. Such
policies and procedures shall not have the effect of waiving requirements specifically
provided for in this code. The fire code official shall have the authority of the building
official in matters relating to application of the International Fire Code.
104.2 Applications and permits. The building official shall receive applications,
review construction documents and issue permits for the erection, alteration, demolition
and moving of buildings, structures and building service equipment, inspect the
premises for which such permits have been issued and enforce compliance with the
provisions of this code.
104.3 Notices and orders. The building official shall issue all necessary notices
or orders to ensure compliance with this code.
104.4 Inspections. The building official shall make all of the required
inspections, or the building official shall have the authority to accept reports of
inspection by approved 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 official is authorized to engage such expert opinion
as deemed necessary to report upon unusual technical issues that arise at the
applicant's expense.
104.5 Identification. The building official shall carry proper identification when
inspecting structures or premises in the performance of duties under this code.
104.6 Right of entry. Where it is necessary to make an inspection to enforce the
provisions of this code, or where the building official has reasonable cause to believe
that there exists in a structure or upon a premises a condition which is contrary to or in
violation of this code which makes the structure or premises unsafe, dangerous or
hazardous, the building official is authorized to enter the structure or premises at
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reasonable times to inspect or to perform the duties imposed by this code, provided that
if such structure or premises 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 reasonable effort to locate the owner or other person having charge or
control of the structure or premises and request entry. If entry is refused, the building
official shall have recourse to the remedies provided by law to secure entry.
104.7 Department records. The building official shall keep official records of
applications 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 official, fire code official, member of the board of
appeals or employee charged with the enforcement of this code, while acting for the
jurisdiction in good faith and without malice in the discharge of the duties required by
this code or other pertinent law or ordinance, shall not thereby be rendered liable
personally and is hereby relieved from personal liability for any damage accruing to
persons or property as a result of any act or by reason of an act or omission in the
discharge of official duties. Any suit instituted against an officer or employee because of
an act performed by that officer or employee in the lawful discharge of duties and under
the provisions of this code shall be defended by legal representative of the jurisdiction
until the final termination of the proceedings. The building official or any subordinate
shall not be liable for cost in any action, suit or proceeding that is instituted in pursuance
of the provisions of this code.
104.9 Approved materials and equipment. Materials, 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 and
building service equipment is permitted when approved by the building official.
104.10 Modifications. Wherever there are practical difficulties involved in
carrying out the provisions of this code, the building official shall have the authority to
grant modifications for individual cases, upon application of the owner or owner's
representative, provided the building official shall first find that special individual reason
makes the strict letter of this code impractical and the modification is in compliance with
the intent and purpose of this code and that such modification does not lessen health,
accessibility, life and fire safety, or structural requirements. The details of action
granting modifications shall be recorded and entered in the files of the department. The
building official is authorized to charge an additional fee to evaluate any proposed
modification under the provisions of this section.
104.11 Alternative materials, design and methods of construction and
equipment. The provisions of this code are not intended to prevent the installation of
any material or to prohibit any design or method of construction not specifically
prescribed by this code, provided that any such alternative has been approved. An
alternative material, 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 this code, and that the material, method or work offered is, for
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the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this code in quality,
strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability and safety. The building official is
authorized to charge an additional fee to evaluate any proposed alternate material,
design and or method of construction and equipment under the provisions of this
section.
104.11.1 Research reports. Supporting data, where necessary to assist
in the approval of materials or assemblies not specifically provided for in this
code, shall consist of valid research reports from approved sources.
104.11.2 Tests. Whenever there is insufficient evidence of compliance
with the provisions of this code, or evidence that a material or method does not
conform to the requirements of this code, or in order to substantiate claims for
alternative materials or methods, the building official shall have the authority to
require tests as evidence of compliance to be made at no expense to the
jurisdiction. Test methods shall be as specified in this code or by other
recognized test standards. In the absence of recognized and accepted test
methods, the building official shall approve the testing 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.
104.12 Fire investigations. The fire code official, fire department or other
responsible authority shall have the authority to investigate the cause, origin and
circumstances of any fire, explosion or other hazardous condition. Information that could
be related to trade secrets or processes shall not be made part of the public record
except as directed by a court of law.
104.12.1 Assistance from other agencies. Police and other enforcement
agencies shall have authority to render necessary assistance in the investigation
of fires when requested to do so.
104.13 Authority at fires and other emergencies. The fire chief or officer of the
fire department in charge at the scene of a fire or other emergency involving the
protection of life or property or any part thereof, shall have the authority to direct such
operation as necessary to extinguish or control any fire, perform any rescue operation,
investigate the existence of suspected or reported fires, gas leaks or other hazardous
conditions or situations, or take any other action necessary in the reasonable
performance of duty. In the exercise of such power, the fire chief is authorized to
prohibit any person, vehicle,
vessel or thing from approaching the scene and is authorized to remove, or cause to be
removed or kept away from the scene, any vehicle, vessel or thing which could impede
or interfere with the operations of the fire department and, in the judgment of the fire
chief, any person not actually and usefully employed in the extinguishing of such fire or
in the preservation of property in the vicinity thereof.
104.13.1 Barricades. The fire chief or officer of the fire department in
charge at the scene of an emergency is authorized to place ropes, guards,
barricades or other obstructions across any street, alley, place or private property
in the vicinity of such operation so as to prevent accidents or interference with
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the lawful efforts of the fire department to manage and control the situation and
to handle fire apparatus.
104.13.2 Obstructing operations. No person shall obstruct the
operations of the fire department in connection with extinguishment or control of
any fire, or actions relative to other emergencies, or disobey any lawful command
of the fire chief or officer of the fire department in charge of the emergency, or
any part thereof, or any lawful order of a police officer assisting the fire
department.
104.13.3 Systems and devices. No person shall render a system or
device inoperative during an emergency unless by direction of the fire chief or fire
department official in charge of the incident.
15.07.050 Permits
105.1 Required. Any owner or authorized agent who intends to construct,
enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or
structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any
electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by
this code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the
building official and obtain the required permit.
105.1.1 Fire Code Permits Required. The fire code official is authorized
to issue operational permits for the operations set forth in IFC Sections 105.6.1
through 105.6.47 and is further authorized to issue construction permits for work
as set forth in IFC Sections 105.7.1 through 105.7.12.
105.2 Work exempt from permit. Exemptions from permit requirements of this
code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner
in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this
jurisdiction. Permits shall not be required for the following:
Building:
1 . One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, tree
supported play structures, playhouse and similar uses, provided the floor area does
not exceed 200 square feet (11.15 m2).
2. Fences not over 6 feet (1829 mm) high.
3. Oil derricks.
4. Retaining walls which are not over 4 feet (1219 mm) in height measured from the
bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge or
impounding Class I, II or III-A liquids.
5. Water tanks supported directly on grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000
gallons (18 925 L) and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed 2 to
1.
6. Sidewalks, decks and driveways not more than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade
and not over any basement or story below and which are not part of an accessible
route or means of egress.
7. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops and similar finish work
8. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery.
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9. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a one or two family dwelling or Group R-
3 occupancy, which are less than 24 inches (610 mm) deep, do not exceed 5,000
gallons (18 925 L) and are installed entirely above ground.
10. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes and not
including service systems.
11. Swings, slides and other similar playground equipment.
12. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall which do not project more than 54
inches (1372 mm) from the exterior wall and do not require additional support of
Group R-3, as applicable in Section IBC 101.2, and Group U occupancies.
13. Movable cases, counters and partitions not over 5 feet 9 inches (1753 mm) in
height.
14. Satellite earth station antennas 6-1/2 feet (2 m) or less in diameter or diagonal in
zones other than residential zones.
15. Satellite earth station antennas 3-1/4 feet (1 m ) or less in diameter in residential
zones; and
16. Video programming service antennas 3-1/4 feet (1 m) or less in diameter or
diagonal dimension, regardless of zone.
Mechanical:
1. Portable heating, cooking, or clothes drying appliances.
2. Portable ventilation equipment.
3. Portable cooling unit.
4. Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment regulated
by this code.
5. Replacement of any part which does not alter its approval or make it unsafe.
6. Portable evaporative cooler.
7. Self-contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds (4.54 kg) or less of
refrigerant and actuated by motors of 1 horsepower (746 W) or less.
8. Portable fuel cell appliances that are not connected to a fixed piping system and are
not interconnected.
Plumbing:
1. The stopping and/or repairing of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe
provided, however, that should any concealed trap, drain pipe, water, soil, waste or
vent pipe become defective and it becomes necessary to remove and replace the
same with new material, the same shall be considered as new work and a permit
shall be procured and inspection made as provided in this code.
2. The clearing of stoppages.
3. Reinstallation or replacement of pre-fabricated fixtures that do not involve or require
the replacement or rearrangement of valves or pipes.
105.2.1 Emergency repairs. Where equipment replacements and
equipment repairs must 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. Such repairs shall not include the
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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.
105.3 Application for permit. To obtain a permit, the applicant shall first file an
application therefore in writing on a form furnished by the building department 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 106.3.
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.
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. If the building official is
satisfied that the proposed work conforms to the requirements of this code and
laws and ordinances applicable thereto, the building official shall issue a permit
therefore as soon as practicable.
105.3.2 Time limitation of application.
1. Applications for which no permit is issued within one year following the date of
application shall expire by limitation and plans and other data submitted for
review may thereafter be returned to the applicant or destroyed in accordance
with state law by the building official. The building official may extend the
time for action by the applicant for period not exceeding 180 days.
2. Applications may be canceled for inactivity, if an applicant fails to respond to
the department's written request for revisions, corrections, actions or
additional information within 90 days of the date of request. The building
official may extend the response period beyond 90 days if within the original
90 day time period the applicant provides and subsequently adheres to an
approved schedule with specific target dates for submitting the full revisions,
corrections or other information needed by the department.
3. The building official may extend the life of an application if any of the following
conditions exist:
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a. Compliance with the State Environmental Policy Act is in progress; or
b. Any other city review is in progress; provided the applicant has
submitted a complete response to city requests or the building official
determines that unique or unusual circumstances exist that warrant
additional time for such response, and the building official determines
that the review is proceeding in a timely manner toward final city
decision; or
c. Litigation against the city or applicant is in progress, the outcome of
which may affect the validity or the provisions of any permit issued
pursuant to such application.
105.4 Validity of permit. The issuance or granting of a permit shall not be
construed to be a permit for, or an approval of, any violation of any of the provisions of
this code or of any other ordinance of the jurisdiction. Permits presuming to give
authority to violate or cancel the provisions of this code or other ordinances of the
jurisdiction shall not be valid. The issuance of a permit based on construction
documents and other data shall not prevent the building official from requiring the
correction of errors in the construction documents and other data. The building official is
also authorized to prevent occupancy or use of a structure where in violation of this
code or of any other ordinances of this jurisdiction.
105.5 Expiration.
1. Every permit issued shall expire 3 years from the date of issuance, except that
permits for one and two family dwellings shall expire 1.5 years from the date of
issuance. There shall be no extensions except that One and Two Family Dwelling
structures may be extended an additional 180 days subject to approval by the building
official for reasons beyond control of the permit holder. The building official is authorized
to charge a fee for One and Two Family Dwelling permit extensions.
2. Every permit shall become null and void by limitation if the work on the site
authorized by such permit has not commenced within 180 days after issuance.
3. Every permit shall become null and void if the work authorized on the site by
such permit is suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days after the time the work
is commenced. The building official shall determine that work has been suspended or
abandoned if more than 180 days have passed from the approval date of a required
inspection and work has not legitimately progressed to the point of calling for the next
listed required inspection noted under Section 15.07.010.109.4 of this code.
105.6 Suspension or revocation. The building official is authorized to suspend
or revoke a permit issued under the provisions of this code wherever the permit is
issued in error or on the basis of incorrect, inaccurate or incomplete information, or in
violation of any ordinance or regulation or any of the provisions of this code. Conditional
permits may be revoked for failure to comply with applicable conditions.
105.7 Placement of permit. The building permit or copy shall be kept on the
site of the work until the completion of the project.
15.07.060 Construction documents
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106.1 Submittal documents. Construction documents, special inspection and
structural observation programs, and other data shall be submitted in one or more sets
with each application for a permit. The construction documents shall be prepared by a
registered design professional where required by the State of Washington. 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 this code.
106.1.1 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. 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 this code and relevant laws, ordinances, rules and
regulations, as determined by the building official.
106.1.2 Fire protection system shop drawings. Shop drawings for the
fire protection system(s) shall be submitted to indicate conformance with this
code 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. Shop drawings shall be prepared
by a certified individual as required by the State of Washington.
106.1.3 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 this code. In other than
occupancies in Groups R-2, R-3, as applicable in IBC Section 101.2, and 1-1, the
construction documents shall designate the number of occupants to be
accommodated on every floor, and in all rooms and spaces.
106.1.4 Exterior wall envelope. Construction documents for all buildings
shall describe the exterior wall envelope in sufficient detail to determine
compliance with this code. 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.
Exception: Subject to the approval of the building official, R-3, One and Two
Family Dwellings, and U occupancies may be exempt from the detailing
requirements of this section.
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106.2 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.
106.3 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 this code and other pertinent laws or ordinances.
106.3.1 Use of Consultants. Whenever review of a building permit
application requires retention by the jurisdiction for professional consulting
services, the applicant shall reimburse the jurisdiction, the cost of such
professional consulting services. This fee shall be in addition to the normal plan
review and building permit fees. The jurisdiction may require the applicant to
deposit an amount with the 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.
106.3.2 Approval of construction documents. When the building official
issues a permit, the construction documents shall be approved, in writing or by
stamp, as "Approved, Subject To Field Inspection." 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.
106.3.3 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 this code.
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.
106.4 Design professional in responsible charge.
106.4.1 General. When it is required that documents be prepared by a
qualified 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
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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 IBC Section 1709, the inspection program 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 IBC Section 1704).
106.5 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. The building official is authorized to charge an additional plan
review fee to evaluate deferred submittals under the provisions of this section.
106.6 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.
106.7 Retention of construction documents. One set of approved construction
documents shall be retained by the building official for a period of not less than 180
days from date of completion of the permitted work, or as required by state or local
laws.
15.07.070 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 180 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 this code as necessary to ensure the public health, safety and
general welfare.
107.3 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.
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15.07.080 Fees
108.1 Payment of fees. A permit shall not be valid until the fees prescribed by
law have been paid, nor shall an amendment to a permit be released until the additional
fee, if any, has been paid.
108.2 Schedule of permit fees. On buildings, structures, gas, mechanical, and
plumbing systems or alterations requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid
as required, in accordance with the schedule as established by the applicable governing
authority.
108.3 Plan Review Fees: When submittal documents are required by section
106 of this code, a plan review fee shall be paid at the time of submitting the submittal
documents for plan review. The building official may have the option to charge 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 section 15.07.010.106, an additional plan review fee shall be charged at the
rate shown in the fee code established by the jurisdiction.
108.3.1 Registered Plan Program. When plans are submitted under the
jurisdiction's "Registered Plan Program," a plan review fee shall be paid at the
time of application for a registered 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 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 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 the balance of amount owed for the plan review. The plan review
fees specified in this subsection are separate fees from the permit fees specified
in Fee Code, and are in addition to the permit fees.
108.4 Building permit valuations. The applicant for a permit shall provide an
estimated permit value at time of application. The determination of value or valuation
under any of the provisions of this code shall be made by the building official.
108.5 Work commencing before permit issuance. Any person who
commences any work on a building, structure, gas, mechanical or plumbing system
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before obtaining the necessary permits shall be subject to a special investigation fee
established by the building official that shall be in addition to the required permit fees.
108.6 Related fees. The payment of the fee for the construction, alteration,
removal or demolition for work done in connection to or concurrently with the work
authorized by a building permit shall not relieve the applicant or holder of the permit
from the payment of other fees that are prescribed by law.
108.7 Performance Bonds. Prior to the issuance of a demolition permit, the
applicant or agent shall post a cash bond with the Building Department in the amount of
$300, which sum shall be refundable upon inspection and final approval. However, if a
permanent bond is on file with the Finance Director, the applicant or agent shall post a
cash bond in the amount of $200.
108.8 Refunds. 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 this code. 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.
15.07.090 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
this code or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction. Inspections presuming to give
authority to violate or cancel the provisions of this code 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. The fire code official is
authorized to enter and examine any building, structure, marine vessel, vehicle or
premises in accordance with Section 15.07.010.104.6 for the purpose of enforcing this
code.
109.2 Preliminary inspections 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 Manufacturer's installation instructions. Manufacturer's installation
instructions, as required by this code, shall be available on the job site at the time of
inspection.
109.4 Required inspections. The building official, upon notification, shall make
the inspections set forth in Sections 15.07.010.109.4.1 through 15.07.010.109.4.10.
109.4.1 Footing and foundation inspection. Footing and foundation
inspections shall be made after excavations for footings are complete and any
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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.
109.4.2 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, slab insulation, piping accessories and
other ancillary equipment items are in place, but before any concrete is placed or
floor sheathing installed, including the subfloor.
109.4.3 Lowest floor elevation. In flood hazard areas, upon placement of
the lowest floor, including the basement, and prior to further vertical construction,
the elevation certification required in IBC Section 1612.5 or IRC Section R323
shall be submitted to the building official.
109.4.4 Exterior wall sheathing inspection. Exterior wall sheathing shall
be inspected after all wall framing is complete, strapping and nailing is properly
installed but prior to being covered.
109.4.5 Roof sheathing inspection. The roof sheathing shall be
inspected after all roof framing is complete. No roof coverings shall be installed
until inspections are made and approved.
109.4.6 IMC/IPC/GAS/NEC rough in inspection. Rough in mechanical,
gas piping, plumbing and electrical shall be inspected when the rough in work is
complete and if required, under test. No connections to primary utilities shall be
made until the rough in work is inspected and approved.
109.4.7 Frame inspection. Framing inspections shall be made after the
roof deck or sheathing, all framing, fire blocking and bracing are in place and
pipes, chimneys and vents to be concealed are complete and the rough
electrical, plumbing, heating wires, pipes and ducts are approved.
109.4.8 Flashing and exterior weather barrier inspection Flashing and
exterior weather barrier inspections shall be made after all materials have been
installed, but prior to any of the work being covered.
109.4.9 Lath inspection and gypsum board inspection. Lath and
gypsum board inspections shall be made after lathing and gypsum board, interior
and exterior, is in place, but before any plastering is applied or gypsum board
joints and fasteners are taped and finished.
Exception: Gypsum board that is not part of a fire-resistance rated assembly or
a shear assembly.
109.4.11 Fire-resistant penetrations. Protection of joints and
penetrations in fire-resistance-rated assemblies shall not be concealed from view
until inspected and approved.
109.4.12 Energy efficiency inspection
109.4.12.1 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.
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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.
109.4.12.2 Mechanical
1. Mechanical Equipment Efficiency and Economizer: To be
made after all equipment and controls required by this Code are installed
and prior to the concealment of such equipment or controls.
2. Mechanical Pipe and Duct Insulation: To be made after all
pipe and duct insulation is in place, but before concealment.
109.4.12.3 Lighting and Motors
1. Lighting Equipment and Controls: To be made after the
installation of all lighting equipment and controls required by this Code, but
before concealment of the lighting equipment.
2. Motor Inspections: To be made after installation of all
equipment covered by this Code, but before concealment.
109.4.13 Reinspection: The building official may require a structure or
portions of work to be re-inspected. A reinspection fee may be assessed for each
inspection or reinspection when such portion of work for which inspection is
called is not complete, when corrections called for are not made, when the
approved plans and permit are not on site, or when the building is not accessible.
109.4.14 Other inspections. In addition to 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 this code
and other laws that are enforced by the department of building safety.
109.4.15 Special inspections. In addition to the inspections specified
above, the building official is authorized to make or require special inspections for
any type of work related to the technical codes by an approved agency at no cost
to the jurisdiction.
109.4.16 Final inspection. The final inspection shall be made after all
work required by the building permit is completed.
109.5 Inspection agencies. The building official is authorized to accept reports
of approved inspection agencies, provided such agencies satisfy the requirements as to
qualifications and reliability.
109.6 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 be the duty of the permit holder to provide access to and means for
inspections of such work that are required by this code.
109.7 Approval required. Work shall not be done beyond the point indicated in
each successive inspection without first obtaining the approval of the building official.
The building official, upon notification, shall make the requested inspections and shall
either indicate the portion of the construction that is satisfactory as completed, or notify
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the permit holder or his or her agent wherein the same fails to comply with this code.
Any portions that do not comply shall be corrected and such portion shall not be
covered or concealed until authorized by the building official.
15.07.100 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 a building or structure or
portion thereof shall be made until the building official has issued a certificate of
occupancy therefore as provided herein. 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 the jurisdiction.
110.2 Certificate issued. After the building official inspects the building or
structure and finds no violations of the provisions of this code or other laws that are
enforced by the department of building safety, the building official shall issue a
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 this code for the occupancy and division of
occupancy and the use for which the proposed occupancy is classified.
6. The name of the building official.
7. The edition of the code under which the permit was issued.
8. The use and occupancy, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 3.
9. The type of construction as defined in Chapter 6.
10. The design occupant load.
11. If an automatic sprinkler system is provided, whether the sprinkler system is
req u ired.
12. Any special stipulations and conditions of the building permit.
110.3 Temporary or phased occupancy. The building official is authorized to
issue a temporary or phased certificate of occupancy before the completion of the entire
work covered by the permit, provided that such portion or portions shall be occupied
safely. The building official is authorized to require in addition to the completion of life
safety building components, any or all accessibility components. The building official
shall set a time period during which the temporary or phased certificate of occupancy is
valid. The building official is authorized to require that a performance bond be posted
with the city in an amount equal to 150% of the incomplete work as determined by the
design professional. The bond shall be refundable upon inspection, final approval and a
request in writing for the refund. It shall be the duty of the applicant to request the
refund.
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 this code
wherever the certificate is issued in error, or on the basis of incorrect information
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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 this code.
15.07.110 Maintenance
111.1 Maintenance of safeguards. Whenever or wherever any device,
equipment, system, condition, arrangement, level of protection, or any other feature is
required for compliance with the provisions of this code, or otherwise installed, such
device, equipment, system, condition, arrangement, level of protection, or other feature
shall thereafter be continuously maintained in accordance with this code and applicable
referenced standards. Such device, equipment, system, condition, arrangement, level of
protection, or any other feature shall be maintained in accordance with IFC Sections
107.1 through 107.6.
15.07.120 Service Utilities
112.1 Connection of service utilities. No person shall make connections from a
utility, source of energy, fuel or power to any building or system that is regulated by this
code for which a permit is required, until released by the building official.
112.2 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.
112.3 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 this code and the codes referenced in case of emergency where
necessary to eliminate an immediate hazard to life or property, or when such utility
connection has been made without the required approval. 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.
15.07.130 Appeals - Hearing examiner
In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made
by the building official relative to the application and interpretation if this code, there
shall be and is hereby created a board of appeals consisting of the City of Auburn's
appointed Hearing Examiner.
A. Appeal to Hearing Examiner.
1. Appointment and Term. 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, except as provided in Chapter 70.92 RCW, a hearing
examiner shall be appointed by the Mayor as provided elsewhere in this code.
2. Duties. The examiner shall conduct an appeal hearing as provided herein,
enter findings of fact, and conclusions of law based upon those facts and a decision
which is final action subject to appeal as provided herein.
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3. Conflict of Interest. The examiner shall not conduct or participate in any
hearing or decision in which the examiner has a direct or indirect personal interest
which might exert such influence upon the examiner that might interfere with his
decision-making process. Any actual or potential conflict of interest shall be disclosed
by the Hearing Examiner to the parties immediately upon discovery of such conflict.
Participants in the hearing process have the right, insofar as possible, to have the
examiner free from personal interest or pre-hearing contacts on issues considered by
him/her. It is recognized that there is a countervailing public right to free access to
public officials on any matter. If such personal or pre-hearing interest contact impairs
the examiner's ability to act on the matter, the hearing examiner shall state and shall
abstain therefrom to the end that the proceeding is fair and has the appearance of
fairness, unless all parties agree in writing to have the matter heard by said examiner. If
all parties do not agree and the hearing examiner must abstain, the Mayor shall be
notified and the Mayor shall appoint a hearing examiner pro tem to sit in the hearing
examiner's stead.
4. Freedom from Improper Influence. No council member, City official, or any
other person shall attempt to interfere with, or improperly influence the examiner or
examiner pro tempore in the performance of his/her designated duties.
5. Duties of the Examiner - Applications and Decisions. For cases and actions as
prescribed by ordinance, the Examiner shall receive and examine available information,
conduct public hearings, prepare a record thereof, and enter findings of fact,
conclusions based upon those facts, and a decision. As provided herein, such decision
is final action subject to appeal as provided herein.
6. Application of Appeal and Filing Fee.
a. Form of Appeal. Any person receiving a decision or determination made
by the building official relative to the application and interpretation of this code
may appeal such determination or decision under this code by paying the filing
fee as set forth in the City of Auburn Fee Schedule and filing at the office of the
building official a written application of appeal containing:
1. A heading in the words: "Before the Hearing Examiner of the City
of Auburn".
2. A caption reading: "Appeal of Building Official Decision or
Determination," giving the names of all appellants participating in the
appeal.
3. A brief statement setting forth the legal interest of each of the
appellants in the building or the land involved in the determination or
decision.
4. A brief statement in ordinary and concise language of the
specific action protested, together with any material facts claimed to
support the contentions of the appellant.
5. A brief statement in ordinary and concise language of the relief
sought and the reasons why it is claimed the protested action should be
reversed, modified or otherwise set aside.
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6. The signatures of all parties named as appellants and their
official mailing addresses.
7. The verification (by declaration under penalty of perjury) of at
least one appellant as to the truth of the matters stated in the appeal.
b. The application of appeal shall be filed within 30 days from the date of the
building official's determination or decision; provided, however, that if a building or
structure is in such condition as to make it immediately dangerous to the lif-o, limb,
property or safety of the public or adjacent property and is ordered vacated, such
application of appeal chall be filed within 10 days from the date of the building official's
decision or determination.
7. Processing Application of Appeal. Upon receipt of any application of appeal
filed pursuant to this section together with the filing fee in the amount as set forth in the
City of Auburn Fee Schedule, the building official shall within two (2) working days of
receipt of an application determine whether the application is complete. If complete, the
application shall be accepted. If not complete, the building official shall request that the
applicant provide additional information as necessary to complete the application. The
applicant shall be advised of the date of acceptance of the application.
8. Scheduling and Noticing Appeal for Hearing. As soon as practicable after
acceptance of the written application of appeal, the examiner shall fix a date, time and
place for the hearing of the appeal. Such date shall be not less than 10 days nor more
than 90 days from the date the application of appeal was filed with the building official.
Written notice of the time and place of the hearing shall be given at least 10 days prior
to the date of the hearing to each appellant by the examiner either by causing a copy of
such notice to be delivered to the appellant personally or by mailing a copy thereof,
postage prepaid, addressed to the appellant at his address shown on the appeal.
9. Effect of Failure to Appeal. Failure of any person to file an appeal in
accordance with provisions of this section shall constitute a waiver of any right to an
administrative hearing and adjudication of the building official's decisions or
determinations.
10. Scope of Hearing on Appeal. Only those matters or issues specifically raised
by the appellant shall be considered in the hearing of the appeal.
11. Hearing Procedures:
a. Record. A record of the entire proceedings shall be made by tape
recording or by any other means of permanent recording determined to be
appropriate by the examiner.
b. Reporting. The proceedings at the hearing shall also be reported by a
phonographic reporter if requested by any party thereto. A transcript of the
proceedings shall be made available to all parties upon request and upon
payment of the fee prescribed therefor. Such fees may be established by the
examiner, but shall in no event be greater than the cost involved.
c. Continuances. The examiner may grant continuances for good cause
shown.
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d. Oaths - Certification. In any proceedings under this section, the
examiner has the power to administer oaths and affirmations and to certify to
official acts.
e. Reasonable Dispatch. The examiner shall proceed with reasonable
dispatch to conclude any matter before it. Due regard shall be shown for the
convenience and necessity of any parties or their representatives.
f. Notice of Hearing. The notice to appellant shall be substantially in the
following form, but may include other information:"You are hereby notified that a
hearing will be held before (name of hearing examiner) at
on the _ day of , 20_ at the hour of _' upon the notice and order
served upon you. You may be present at the hearing. You may present any
relevant evidence and will be given full opportunity to cross-examine all
witnesses testifying against you. You may request the issuance of subpoenas to
compel the attendance of witnesses and the production of books, documents or
other things by filing an affidavit therefor with (name of hearing examiner)."
g. Subpoenas.
1. The examiner may issue subpoenas for the attendance of
witnesses or the production of other evidence at a hearing upon the
written demand of any party. The issuance and service of such subpoena
shall be obtained upon the filing of an affidavit therefor which states the
name and address of the proposed witness; specifies the exact things
sought to be produced and the materiality thereof in detail to the issues
involved; and states that the witness has the desired things in his
possession or under his control. A subpoena need not be issued when the
affidavit is defective in any particular.
2. Penalties. Any person who refuses without lawful excuse to
attend any hearing or to produce material evidence in his possession or
under his control as required by any subpoena served upon such person
as provided for herein shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable as
provided in ACC 1.24.010.
h. Conduct of Hearing.
1. Rules. Hearings need not be conducted according to the
technical rules relating to evidence and witnesses.
2. Oral Evidence. Oral evidence shall be taken only on oath or
affirmation.
3. Hearsay Evidence. Hearsay evidence may be used for the
purpose of supplementing or explaining any direct evidence, but shall not
be sufficient in itself to support a finding unless it would be admissible over
objection in civil actions in courts of competent jurisdiction in this state.
4. Admissibility of Evidence. Any relevant evidence shall be
admitted if it is the type of evidence on which responsible persons are
accustomed to rely in the conduct of serious affairs, regardless of the
existence of any common law or statutory rule which might make improper
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the admission of such evidence over objection in civil actions in courts of
competent jurisdiction in this state.
5. Exclusion of Evidence. Irrelevant and unduly repetitious evidence
shall be excluded.
6. Rights of Parties. Each party shall have these rights among
others:(a) To call and examine witnesses on any matter relevant to the
issues of the hearing;(b) To introduce documentary and physical
evidence;(c) To cross-examine opposing witnesses on any matter relevant
to the issues of the hearing;(d) To impeach any witness regardless of
which party first called him to testify;(e) To rebut the evidence against
him;(f) To represent himself or to be represented by anyone of his choice
who is lawfully permitted to do so.
7. Official Notice.(a) What may be noticed. In reaching a decision,
official notice may be taken, either before or after submission of the case
for decision, of any fact which may be judicially noticed by the courts of
this state or official records of departments and ordinances of the
city.(b) Parties to be notified. Parties present at the hearing shall be
informed of the matters to be noticed, and these matters shall be noted in
the record, referred to therein, or appended thereto.(c) Opportunity to
refute. Parties present at the hearing shall be given a reasonable
opportunity, on request, to refute the official noticed matters by evidence
or by written or oral presentation of authority, the manner of such
refutation to be determined by the hearing examiner.(d) Inspection of the
premises. The hearing examiner may inspect any building or premises
involved in the appeal during the course of the hearing, provided that (i)
notice of such inspection shall be given to the parties before the inspection
is made, (ii) the parties are given an opportunity to be present during the
inspection, and (iii) or the hearing examiner shall state for the record upon
completion of the inspection the material facts observed and the
conclusions drawn therefrom. Each party then shall have a right to rebut
or explain the matters so stated by the hearing examiner.
8. Limitation of Testimony. The examiner has the right to limit the
time a witness may testify.
12. Form and Effective Date of Decision. The decision shall be in writing and
shall contain findings of fact, conclusions of law, a determination of the issues
presented, and the requirements to be complied with. A copy of the decision shall be
delivered to the appellant personally or sent to him by certified mail, postage prepaid,
return receipt requested. The effective date of the decision shall be as stated therein.
13. Rights Granted - Right to Appeal. Nothing in this Section shall be construed
as granting any right of judicial review which does not previously exist in law. The
decision of the examiner or examiner pro tem shall be final and exclusive. A writ of
review must be sought in the Superior Court of King or Pierce County, if at all, by an
aggrieved party or person.
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14. Limitations of Authority. The examiner shall have no authority relative to
interpretation of the administrative provisions of this code or the technical codes nor
shall the examiner be empowered to waive requirements of this code or the technical
codes.
15.07.140 Violations
114.1 Unlawful acts. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to
erect, construct, alter, extend, repair, move, remove, demolish or occupy any building,
structure or equipment regulated by this code, or cause same to be done, in conflict with
or in violation of any of the provisions of this code.
114.2 Notice of violation. The building official is authorized to serve a notice of
violation or order on the person responsible for the erection, construction, alteration,
extension, repair, moving, removal, demolition or occupancy of a building or structure in
violation of the provisions of this code, or in violation of a permit or certificate issued
under the provisions of this code. Such order shall direct the discontinuance of the
illegal action or condition and the abatement of the violation.
114.3 Prosecution of violation. If the notice of violation is not complied with in
the time prescribed by such notice, the building official is authorized to request the legal
counsel of the jurisdiction to institute the appropriate proceeding at law or in equity to
restrain, correct or abate such violation, or to require the removal or termination of the
unlawful occupancy of the building or structure in violation of the provisions of this code
or of the order or direction made pursuant thereto.
114.4 Violation penalties. Any person who violates a provision of this code or
fails to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who erects, constructs, alters or
repairs a building or structure in violation of the approved construction documents or
directive of the building official, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions
of this code, shall be subject to penalties as prescribed by law.
15.07.150 Stop work order
115.1 Authority. Whenever the building official finds any work being performed
in a manner either contrary to the provisions of this code or other pertinent laws or
ordinances implemented through the enforcement of this code, the building official is
authorized to issue a stop work order.
115.2 Issuance. The stop work order shall be in writing and shall be given to the
owner of the property involved, or to the owner's agent, or to the person doing the work.
Upon issuance of a stop work order, the cited work shall immediately cease. The stop
work order shall state the reason for the order, and the conditions under which the cited
work will be permitted to resume.
115.3 Investigation Fee. The building official is authorized to assess a special
investigation fee for the issuance of a stop work order.
115.4 Unlawful continuance. Any person who shall continue any work in or
about the structure after having been served with a stop work order, except such work
as that person is directed to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be
subject to penalties as prescribed by law.
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15.07.160 Unsafe structures and equipment
116.1 General. Structures or existing equipment that are or hereafter become
unsafe, unsanitary or deficient because of inadequate means of egress facilities,
inadequate light and ventilation, or which constitute a fire hazard, or are otherwise
dangerous to human life or the public welfare, or that involve illegal or improper
occupancy or inadequate maintenance, shall be deemed an unsafe condition. Unsafe
structures shall be taken down and removed or made safe, as the building official
deems necessary and as provided for in the 1997 Uniform Code for the Abatement of
Dangerous Buildings. A vacant structure that is not secured against entry shall be
deemed unsafe.
116.1.1 Evacuation. The fire code official or the fire department official in
charge of an incident shall be authorized to order the immediate evacuation of
any occupied building deemed unsafe when such building has hazardous
conditions that present imminent danger to building occupants. Persons so
notified shall immediately leave the structure or premises and shall not enter or
re-enter until authorized to do so by the fire code official or the fire department
official in charge of the incident.
SECTION FIVE. That Chapter 15.08 ACC, relating to the building code, is hereby
repealed in its entirety.
SECTION SIX. That Chapter 15.08A ACC, relating to the International Building Code,
is added to the Auburn City Code to read as follows:
Chapter 15.08A
BUILDING CODE
Sections:
15.08A.011 Adoption of 2003 International Building Code.
15.08A.021 Appendices adopted.
15.08A.031 Section 501.2 amended - Premise identification.
15.08A.041 Section 516 added - Recyclable materials and solid waste storage.
15.08A.051 Section 903.1.1 amended - General.
15.08A.061 Section 1704.12 amended - Exterior insulation and finish systems.
15.08A.071 Section 3408.1 amended - Conformance.
15.08A.011 Adoption of 2003 International Building Code.
The 2003 International Building Code 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.
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15.08A.021 Appendices adopted
2003 International Code appendix Chapter E, "Supplementary Accessibility
Requirements", Appendix Chapter H, "Signs" and Appendix Chapter J, "Grading" are
hereby adopted.
15.08A.031 Section 501.2 amended - Premise 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.
15.08A.041 Section 516 added - Recyclable materials and solid waste storage
International Building Code Section 516 is added to read as follows:
Recyclable materials and solid waste storage.
A new Section 516 and Table No. 5-F are added to Chapter 5 of the
International Building Code to read as follows:
A. Recyclable Materials and Solid Waste Storage.
1. For the purpose of this section, the following definition shall
apply: Recycled Materials means those solid wastes that are
separated for recycling or reuse, such as papers, metals and
glass.
2. All new buildings shall provide space in accordance with Table
No. 5-F for the storage of recycled materials and solid waste;
EXCEPTION: Group R, Division 3 other than townhouses and
Group U Occupancies.
3. The storage area shall be designed to meet the needs of the
occupancy, efficiency of pick-up, and shall be available to
occupants and haulers.
4. Storage and Handling of Recyclables and Solid Waste shall
comply with the 2003 Edition of the International Fire Code,
Chapter 3, Section 304
TABLE NO. 5-F - RECYCLABLE MATERIALS AND SOLID WASTE
STORAGE AREA REQUIREMENT
OCCUPANCY AREA REQUIREMENTS
OFFICE 2 SF Per 1,000 SF of Gross Floor Area
RETAIL 5 SF Per 1,000 SF of Gross Floor Area
WHOLESALE
WAREHOUSE
INDUSTRIAL 3 SF Per 1,000 SF of Gross Floor Area
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EDUCATIONAL
INSTITUTIONAL
RESIDENTIAL Min.
2 SF Per 1,000 SF of Gross Floor Area
12 SF Plus 1.5 SF Per Unit; One Collection
Area Per 30 Units located within 200 feet.
15.08A.051 Section 903.1.1 amended - General
International Building Code Section 903.1 is amended to read as follows:
Section 903.1 General.
903.1 General. Fire extinguishing systems required in this code shall
be installed in accordance with the requirements of this section. See
Auburn City Code 15.38A.
Fire hose threads used in connection with fire-extinguishing systems
shall be national standard hose thread or as approved by the fire
department.
The location of fire department hose connections shall be approved by
the fire department.
In buildings used for high-piled combustible storage, fire protection
shall be in accordance with the Fire Code.
15.08A.061 Section 1704.12 amended - Exterior insulation and finish systems
International Building Code Section 1704.12 is amended to read as follows:
Section 1704.12 Exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS). Special
inspections shall be required for all EIFS applications.
Exceptions:
1. Exterior insulation finish systems (EIFS) shall be certified by the manufacturer
as having been installed per the manufacturer's installation recommendations.
The building official is authorized to approve alternate agencies in lieu of the
manufacturer to certify installation of EIFS.
2. Special inspections shall not be required for EIFS applications installed over
masonry or concrete walls.
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
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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.
SECTION SEVEN. That Section 15.12.020 ACC, relating to injunctive relief under the
housing code, is amended to read as follows:
15.12.020 Injunctive relief.
There shall be added to the Uniform Housing Code, 49941997 Edition,
Chapter 14, a new Section 1404 to read as follows:
Order Issued by Building Official. Any person affected by an Order
issued by the Building Official pursuant to the provisions of this code
may, within thirty (30) days after the posting and service of the Order,
petition the Superior Court for an injunction restraining the Building
Official from carrying out the provisions of the Order. In all such
proceedings the court is authorized to affirm, reverse, or modify the
Order, such trial shall be heard de novo.
SECTION EIGHT. That Section 15.12.030 ACC, relating to appeals under the housing
code, is amended to read as follows:
15.12.030 Appeals.
Section 203 of the Uniform Housing Code. 1997 Edition. is amended to
read as follows:
The appeal and appeal procedures for the 49941997 Uniform Housing
Code shall be the same appeal and appeal procedures as those
adopted for the1901 Uniform Building Code in Auburn City Code
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Chapter 15.08A and are adopted by reference as if fully set forth
herein.
SECTION NINE. That Chapter 15.36 ACC, relating to the fire code, is hereby repealed
in its entirety.
SECTION TEN. That Chapter 15.36A ACC, relating to the International Fire Code, is
added to the Auburn City Code to read as follows:
Sections:
15.36A.011
15.36A.021
15.36A.031
15.36A.041
15.36A.051
15.36A.061
15.36A.071
Chapter 15.36A
FIRE CODE
Adoption.
Section 108 amended - Appeals.
Fire Service Features.
Section 903 and 2305 Amended Housekeeping and
Maintenance
Chapter 14 Amended- Fire Safety During Construction and
Demolition.
Appendix B- Fire Flow Requirements for Buildings
Violation - Penalty.
15.36A.011 Adoption.
The International Fire Code 2003 Edition, as published by the International Code
Council, as amended in chapters 51-44 and 51-45 WAC, effective July 1,2004, together
with amendments, additions, and deletions adopted in this chapter, including Appendix
B, "Fire Flow Requirements for Buildings, Appendix C, "Fire Hydrant Locations and
Distribution", and Appendix E, "Hazard Categories". The provisions of ACC Chapter
15.07 together with 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 ACC
Chapter 8.24 "Fireworks" consistent with Chapter 212-17 WAC.
15.36A.021 Section 108 amended - Appeals.
The International Fire Code Section 108 is amended and shall be in accordance
with ACC 15.07.130.
15.36A.031 Fire Service Features.
Chapter 5 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Service Features," is
adopted with the following amendments:
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A Fire apparatus access roads - Dimensions. Section 503 of the
International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Apparatus Access Roads," is amended by
substituting subsection 503.2.1 with the following:
Sec. 503.2.1 Dimensions. The following minimum dimensions shall apply for fire
apparatus access roads:
1. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of
not less than 20 feet (6096 mm), except for approved security gates in
accordance with section 503.6, and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not
less than 13 feet 6 inches (4115 mm).
2. In the immediate vicinity of any building or portion thereof in excess
of 28 feet in height, the fire apparatus access road shall have an unobstructed
width of not less than 26 feet (7924 mm) and an unobstructed vertical clearance
of not less than 13 feet 6 inches (4115 mm).
3. At least one of the required fire apparatus access roads shall be
located a minimum of 15 feet and a maximum of 25 feet from each building on
the premises and shall be positioned parallel to one entire side of each building.
The measurement for this requirement shall be taken from the exterior wall of the
building to the nearest edge of the fire apparatus access road.
B. Fire apparatus access roads - Dimensions. Section 503 of the
International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Apparatus Access Roads," is amended by
substituting subsection 503.2.4 with the following:
See 503.2.4 Turning radius. The required turning radius of a fire apparatus
access road shall have a 23 foot minimum inside turning radius and a 45 foot
minimum outside turning radius.
C. Fire apparatus access roads - Dimensions. Section 503 of the
International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Apparatus Access Roads," is amended by
substituting subsection 503.2.5 with the following:
See 503.2.5 Dead Ends. Dead end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150
feet (45 720 mm) in length shall be provided with an approved area for turning
around fire apparatus. The turnaround shall be a 65' diameter turnaround, 120'
hammerhead, or a 60' "Y" hammerhead, or as approved by the fire code official.
D. Fire apparatus access roads - Bridges and elevated surfaces. Section 503
of the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Apparatus Access Roads," is amended by
substituting subsection 503.2.6 with the following:
Sec. 503.2.6 Bridges and elevated surfaces. Where a bridge or an elevated
surface is part of a fire apparatus access road, the bridge or elevated surface
shall be constructed and maintained in accordance with specifications
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established by the fire code official and the City's public works director, or their
designees; at a minimum, however, the bridge or elevated surface shall be
constructed and maintained in accordance with AASHTO Standard
Specifications for Highway Bridges. Bridges and elevated surfaces shall be
designed for a live load sufficient to carry the imposed loads of a 30 or more ton
fire apparatus, the total imposed load to be determined by the fire code official.
Vehicle load limits shall be posted at both entrances to bridges when required by
the fire code official. Where elevated surfaces designed for emergency vehicle
use are adjacent to surfaces, which are not designed for that use, approved
barriers or approved signs, or both, shall be installed and maintained, if required
by the fire code official.
E. Fire apparatus access roads - Grade. Section 503 of the International Fire
Code, entitled "Fire Apparatus Access Roads," is amended by substituting subsection
503.2.7 with the following:
Sec.503.2.7 Grade. The grade of the fire apparatus roads shall be not exceed 12
percent unless otherwise approved by the fire code official.
F. Fire apparatus access roads - Marking. Section 503 of the International
Fire Code, entitled "Fire Apparatus Access Roads," is amended by substituting
subsection 503.3 with the following:
See 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 502.1 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 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.
G. Fire apparatus access roads - Marking. Section 503 of the International
Fire Code, entitled "Fire Apparatus Access Roads," is amended by substituting
subsection 503.3.4 with the following:
Sec.503.3.4 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.
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H. Access to building openings and roofs - Required access. Section 504 of
the International Fire Code, entitled "Access to Building Openings and Roofs," is
amended by substituting subsection 504.1 with the following:
Sec. 504.1 Required access. The following points of access must be provided:
1. Exterior doors and openings required by this code or the
International Building Code shall be maintained readily accessible for emergency
access by the fire department.
2. Each tenant space provided with a secondary exit to the exterior or
exit corridor shall be provided with tenant identification by business name and/or
address. Letters and numbers shall be posted on the corridor/exterior side of the
door, be plainly legible, and shall contrast with their background.
3. An approved access walkway shall be provided to
connect fire apparatus access roads to exterior openings.
I. Fire protection water supplies - Where required. Section 508 of the
International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Protection Water Supplies," is amended by
substituting subsection 508.5.1 with the following:
Sec. 508.5.1 Where required. All buildings or structures shall be located so that
there is at least 1 hydrant within 150 feet, and no portion of the building or
structure is more than 300 feet from a hydrant, as measured by an approved
route.
J. Clear space around hydrants. Section 508 of the International Fire Code,
entitled "Clear space around hydrants," is amended by substituting subsection 508.5.5
with the following:
508.5.5 Clear space around hydrants. A 5-foot clear space shall be maintained
around the circumference of fire hydrants except as otherwise required or
approved
15.36A.041 Section 903 and 2305 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 subsection 903.2.8.3:
Sec. 903.2.8.3. 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.
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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.
B. International Fire Code Section 2305 is amended to read as follows:
2305.8 - 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 2305.8, as amended:
BLACK LETTERS (TWO INCH HIGH)
5"
NO STACKING ABOVE THIS LINE
3"
WHITE r
ENAMEL
PAINT
12'
AAF.
~
5"
RED LETTERS
(TWO INCH)
RED STRIPE
1. This sign must be posted prior to building being fixtured and 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.
15.36A.051 Chapter 14 Amended- Fire Safety During Construction and
Demolition.
International Fire Code Chapter 14 is amended to read as follows:
A copy of an approved permit from the regional pollution authority which is
delivered to the chief, shall meet the requirements in this section.
15.36A.061 Appendix B- Fire Flow Requirements for Buildings.
International Fire Code Appendix B is amended to read as follows:
Section B105 FIRE-FLOW REQUIREMENTS FOR BUILDINGS.
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(a) One and two Family Dwellings. The minimum fire flow and flow duration
requirements for one and two family dwellings having a fire flow calculation area
which does not exceed 3,600 square feet shall be 1,000 gallons per minute for
thirty (30) minutes. Fire flow and flow duration for dwellings having a fire flow
calculation area in excess of 3,600 square feet shall not be less than that
specified in Table B105.1.
EXCEPTION: A reduction in required fire flow of 50 percent, as approved by the
chief, is allowed when the building is provided with an approved automatic
sprinkler system.
(b) Buildings other than One-Family Dwellings. The minimum fire flow and flow
duration for buildings other than one and two family dwellings shall be as
specified in Table B105.1
EXCEPTION: A reduction in required fire flow of up to 50 percent, as approved
by the chief, is allowed when the building is provided with an approved automatic
sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1 .2 of
the International Fire Code. Where buildings are also of Type I or II construction
and are a light hazard occupancy as defined by NFPA 13, the reduction may be
up to 75 percent The resulting fire flow shall not be less than 1,500 gallons per
minute for the prescribed duration as specified in Table B105.
Note: Table B105.1 entitled "Minimum Required Fire Flow and Flow Duration for
Buildings" is not amended by this section.
15.36A.071 Violation - Penalty.
Any person who violates any of the provisions of the fire code or appendices·
adopted in Chapter 15.38A ACC and/or this chapter or fails to comply therewith, or who
violates or fails to comply with any order made thereunder, or who builds in violation of
any detailed statement of specifications or plans submitted and approved thereunder, or
any certificate or permit issued thereunder, and from which no appeal has been taken,
or who fails to comply with such an order as affirmed or modified by the fire chief or by a
court of competent jurisdiction, within the time fixed therein, is severally for each and
every such violation and noncompliance respectively guilty of a misdemeanor,
punishable by a jail term not to exceed 90 days and/or a fine not to exceed $1,000. The
imposition of one penalty for any violation shall not excuse the violation or permit it to
continue, and all such persons shall be required to correct or remedy such violations or
defects within reasonable time; and when not otherwise specified, each 10 days that
prohibited conditions are maintained constitutes a separate offense.
SECTION ELEVEN. That Chapter 15.38 ACC, relating to the fire protection
requirements, is hereby repealed in its entirety.
SECTION TWELVE. That Chapter 15.38A ACC, relating to fire protection requirements
under the International Fire Code, is added to the Auburn City Code to read as follows:
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Chapter 15.38A
FIRE PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS
Sections:
15.38A.011 Definitions.
15.38A.021 General.
15.38A.031 Standards.
15.38A.041 Application.
15.38A.051 Automatic sprinkler system - Speculative use
warehouses
15.38A.011 Definitions.
Unless otherwise provided for in this section, the definitions contained in the
International Building Code and the International Fire Code shall apply to this chapter.
For the purposes of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply:
A. An "Area separationFire wall" shall not be considered to separate a
building so as to avoid the required automatic fire extinguishing 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.
B. "Automatic fire extinguishing system" as described in Section 902.1 of the
International Fire Code, is an approved system of devices and equipment which
automatically detects a fire and discharges an approved fire-extinguishing agent onto or
in the area of a fire.
C. "Automatic Sprinkler System" As described in Section 902.1 of the
International Fire Code, is a sprinkler system for fire protection purposes consisting of
an integrated system of underground and overhead piping designed in accordance with
fire protection engineering standards. Such a system shall include a suitable water
supply. The portion of the system above the ground shall be a network of specially
sized or hydraulically designed piping installed in the structure or area, generally
overhead, and to which automatic sprinklers are connected in a systematic pattern.
Such a system is usually activated by heat from a fire and discharges water over the fire
area.
D. "Building code" means the International Building Code as published by the
International Code Council and adopted by reference in Chapter 15.04 and 15.08A ACC
as the building code of the City.
E. "Building code standards" shall mean the International Building Code
Standards as published by the International Code Council, Chapter 35 and adopted by
reference in Chapter 15.06 and 15.08A ACC.
F. "Fire code" shall mean the International Fire Code as published by the
International Code Council and adopted by reference in Chapter 15.36A ACC.
G. "Floor area Gross" For the purpose of this chapter, gross floor area shall
be defined as the floor area whether above or below grade within the inside perimeter of
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the exterior walls of the building under consideration, exclusive of vent shafts and
courts, without deduction for corridors, stairways, closets, the thickness of the interior
walls, columns or other features. The floor area of a building, or portion thereof, not
provided with surrounding exterior walls shall be the usable area under the horizontal
projection of the roof or floor above. The gross floor area shall not include shafts with
no openings or interior courts.
For the purposes of this section, fire barriers of any type do not constitute separate
buildings.
Exception: Spaces or areas in telecommunications buildings used exclusively for
telecommunications equipment, associated electrical power distribution equipment,
batteries and standby engines, provided those spaces or areas are equipped
throughout with an automatic fire alarm system and are separated from the remainder of
the building by a wall with a fire-resistance rating of not less than 1 hour and a
floor/ceiling assembly with a fire-resistance rating of not less than 2 hours.
H. "Story" means a floor level within the surrounding exterior wall, including
basements and mezzanines.
15.38A.021 General.
A. Automatic fire extinguishing systems shall be installed in accordance with
this chapter and/or as approved by both the building official and fire chief.
B. Fire hose threads used in connection with automatic fire extinguishing systems
shall be national standard hose threads or as approved by the fire chief.
C. 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 chief.
D. Buildings used for high piled combustible storage shall comply with the fire
protection requirements of the fire code and Chapter 15.36A ACC.
E. For additional provisions on special hazards see the fire code and building
code for requirements.
15.38A.031 Standards.
Automatic fire extinguishing systems shall comply with the building and fire code
standards.
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 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
chief.
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B.
when:
1. The building has more than 10,000 square feet of floor area, or is higher
than 30 feet, or requires more than 2,000 gallons per minute of fire flow.
2. The building does not have openings as required in Article 903.2.10 of the
fire code and Section 903.2.10 of the building code.
C. At the top of rubbish and linen chutes and in their terminal rooms. Chutes
extending through three or more floors shall have additional sprinkler heads installed
within such chutes at alternate floors. Sprinkler heads shall be easily accessible for
servicing.
D.
E.
F.
finishes.
G. All buildings that contain more than 8,000 square feet of Group A
occupancies and in:
1. All A-2_assembly rooms used primarily for entertaining occupants
who are consuming alcoholic or nonalcoholic beverages or dining in unseparated
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 one-hour
occupancy separation as defined in the building code.
2. All basements classified as a Group A occupancy when the
basements are more than 1,500 square feet in floor area.
3. All enclosed usable space below or over a stairway in Group A,
Divisions 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 occupancies.
4. All buildings containing a multitheater complex.
5. All amusement buildings except those that are both less than 1,000
square feet of floor area and have an exit travel distance from any point that is
less than 50 feet.
6. Areas under roof and gridiron, in the tie and fly galleries, and in all
places behind the proscenium wall of stages; over and within the permanent
platforms that are more than 500 square feet in area; and in dressing rooms,
workshops and storerooms accessory to such stages or platforms, with the
exceptions noted below.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Sprinklers are not required for stages 1,000 square feet (92.9
m2) or less in area and 50 feet (15 240 mm) or less in height where curtains,
scenery or other combustible hangings are not retractable vertically. Combustible
hangings shall be limited to a single main curtain, borders, legs and a single
backdrop.
2. Under stage areasless than 4 feet (1219 mm) in clear height used exclusively
for chair or table storage and lined on the inside with 5/8-inch (16 mm) Type X
gypsum wallboard or an approved equal.
H. All basements classified as a Group E occupancy when the basements are more
than 1,500 square feet in floor area, and in:
All buildings except those classed as Group R, Division 3 and Group U,
In rooms where nitrate film is stored or handled.
In protected combustible fiber storage vaults as defined in the fire code.
In spray booths or rooms used for application of flammable or combustible
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1. All enclosed usable space below or over a stairway in all Group E
occupancies.
2. All buildings that are classified as Group E, Division 1, except
portable school classrooms, provided: (a) the aggregate area of clusters of
portable school classrooms does not exceed 5,000 square feet and (b) that the
clusters of portable school classrooms are separated as required in Chapter 3 of
the building code.
I. All occupancies classified as Group H, Divisions 1, 2, 3 and 4 occupancies,
and in:
1. All buildings containing an occupancy classified as a Group H,
Division 5. The system shall be designed and installed per the building code
standard and as follows: Fabrication areas, service corridors, and storage rooms
without dispensing shall be classed as ordinary hazard group 2. Storage rooms
with dispensing shall be classed as extra hazard group 2. Exit corridors shall be
classed as ordinary hazard group 2 except that if the sprinkler system serving the
corridor consists of one row of sprinklers the maximum number of sprinklers that
need be calculated is 13.
J. All occupancies classed as a Group I as described in section 903.2.5 of
the International Fire Code. Except that in jails, prisons and reformatories the piping
system may be dry; provided a manually operated valve is installed at a continually
monitored location. Opening of the valve will cause the piping system to be charged.
Sprinkler heads in such systems shall be equipped with fusible elements or the system
shall be designed as required for deluge systems in the building code standards.
K. All buildings classed as a Group R as described in section 903.2.7 of the
International Fire Code and Washington State Amendments published as WAC 51-54
and:
1. Listed quick response residential sprinkler heads shall be used in the
dwelling units and guest room portions of the building.
L. Automatic fire extinguishing systems shall be supervised by an approved
central station, proprietary or remote station service or a local alarm which will give an
audible signal at a constantly attended location as described in section 903.4 and
903.4.1 of the International Fire Code.
M. Additions, alterations and repairs. For the purpose of this chapter any
alteration or repair which changes the character of the occupancy or use, 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
chief.
N. 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,
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or registered as a certified sprinkler contractor through the Washington State Fire
Marshal's Office, or as approved by the fire chief.
O. 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.
15.38A.051 Automatic sprinkler systems - Speculative use warehouses.
Section 903 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Automatic Sprinkler
Systems," is amended by adding the following new subsection 903.2.8.3:
Sec. 903.2.8.3. 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.
SECTION THIRTEEN. That Section 15.52.010 ACC, relating to building numbering
definitions, is amended to read as follows:
15.52.010 Definitions.
Any term or definition as used in this chapter shall be those as set forth in the
Uniformlnternational Building Code.
SECTION FOURTEEN. That Section 15.52.030 ACC, relating to general building
numbering requirements, 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
situate within the city limits which has an entrance fronting upon a public street or right-
of-way shall maintain a building number thereon as provided in this chapter.
B. Each figure of the building number shall be a minimum at least of twe four
inches in height on single -family residential occupancies and five inches in height for
mult-family residential occupancies. Individual suite numbers on commercial
occupancies and individual multi-family unit numbers shall be a minimum of two inches
in heiaht. Numbers shall be of a color that will contrast with the background.structures
backaround color and shall be either illuminated during periods of darkness. or be
reflective. so the address numbers are easily seen at niaht.
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C. It shall be the duty of the buildina official to assign the correct buildina number
upon the reauest of any O'Nner. occupant or lessee. Such request shall be in \witina and
shall contain the leaal description of the propertv upon '.vhich the buildina or premises is
located. toaether with the location of the doors or entrances to be numbered.The
building(s) shall have the building address numerals located on the upper 25% of the
building face frontina the public street or riaht-of-way. This reauirement may be modified
in the downtown area where buildings are closer to the public way or riaht-of-way.
Numeral size shall be as follows:
Setback from Public Way
or Riaht-of-Way
Centerline
Multi-Famil
Small Commercial
Lar e Commercial
Monument Si n
Greater than 75 feet from
Public Way or Riaht-of-
Wa Centerline
18" Hi h
18" Hi h
24" Hi h
N/A
SECTION FIFTEEN. GENERAL SEVERABILITY.
That if any provision of this Ordinance or the application thereof to any person or
circumstance is held to be invalid, the remainder of such code, ordinance or regulation
or the application thereof to other person or circumstances shall not be affected.
SECTION SIXTEEN. IMPLEMENTATION.
The Mayor is hereby authorized to implement such administrative procedures as
may be necessary to carry out the directives of this legislation.
SECTION SEVENTEEN. EFFECTIVE DATE.
That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect five (5) days after publication of the
Ordinance Summary.
ATTEST:
INTRODUCED: OCT 18 2004
PASSED: OCT 1 8 2004
APPROVED: OCT 1 8 2004
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PETER B. LEWIS, MAYOR
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'elle E. Daskam, City Clerk
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APPROV a/AS TO FORM:
PUBLISHED:
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