CC Ordinance 2290 - Code to adopt the 2022 Editions of the California BuildingOrdinance No. 2290
BEING AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CAMPBELL AMENDING
TITLES 1 (GENERAL PROVISIONS), 14 (SEWERS), 17 (FIRE PROTECTION), 18 (BUILDING
CODES AND REGULATIONS), AND 20 (SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT) OF THE
CAMPBELL MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADOPT THE- 2022 EDITIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA
BUILDING & FIRE CODES AND INCORPORATE ELECTRIFICATION REACH CODES WITH
LOCAL AMENDMENTS.
After notification and public hearing, as specified by law and after presentation by the Community
Development Director, proponents and opponents, the hearing was closed.
After due consideration of all evidence presented, the City Council of the City of Campbell does ordain as
follows:
SECTION 1. Title 1 (General Provisions) Section 1.01.010 is hereby amended to read as set forth in Exhibit
A-1 with italics indicating new text and struts indicating deleted text.
SECTION 2. Title 14 (General.Sanitation), Section 14.04 is hereby amended to read as set forth in Exhibit
A-2 with italics indicating new text and strikeouts indicating deleted text.
SECTION 3. Title 17 (Fire Protection), Sections 17.04.010 through 17.54.010, is hereby amended to read
as set forth in Exhibit A-3 is amended to read as set forth in Exhibit A-3 with italics indicating new text and
ctriLewts indicating deleted text. -
SECTION 4. Title 18 (Building Codes and Regulations) Chapter 18, Sections 18.02 (California
Administrative Code), 18.04 (California Building Code), 18.08 (California Plumbing Code), 18.10 (California
Existing "Building Code), 18.11 (California Residential Code), 18.12 (California Mechanical Code), 18.16
(California Electrical Code), 18.18 (California Energy Code), 18.20 (International Property Maintenance
Code), 18.21 (California Historical Building Code), 18.24 (International Swimming Pool and Spa Code),
18.26 (California Green Building Standards Code), 18.26.020 (Modifications), 18.32 (Determination of
Scope of Work) is hereby amended to read as set forth in Exhibit A-4 with italics indicating new text and
c+rikeeuts indicating deleted text.
SECTION 5. Title 20 (Subdivision and Land Development) Section 20.36.150 (Utilities) is hereby amended
to read as set forth in Exhibit A-5 with italics indicating new text and strikeouts indicating deleted text.
SECTION 6. The following findings support the adoption of local amendments to the California Building
Code:
• Climatic:
o Electrification Requirements: The City of Campbell experiences low humidity, high winds, and warm
temperatures during the summer months creating conditions that are particularly conducive to the
ignition and spread of grass, brush, and structure fires. Climate change is causing historic droughts,
devastating wildfires, torrential storms, extreme heat, property damage, and threats to human
health and food supplies. The State of California has outlined specific steps to reduce greenhouse
gas emissions to prevent these negative impacts of changing climate, including moving the State
to 100 percent clean energy by 2045. This gives local governments the opportunity to achieve
greenhouse gas emission reductions with a climate positive impact by powering buildings from
clean electricity.
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o Electric Vehicle Standards: The City's power grid is subject to increasing interruptions from the
impacts of climate change on the electrical grid and the development of electric vehicles that can
provide emergency power to buildings during outages is expected to mature in the coming two
years. Therefore, increasing the availability of charging opportunities for City residents adds to
public safety and convenience during power outages. Further, the City's housing allocation
resulting from the Regional Housing Needs Allocation process will result in significant housing
production over the next several years. Since the City is in a region of Silicon Valley with limited
high -quality transit options, the increased number of units will result in many single -occupancy
commuters emitting harmful air pollutants. The City is located in an air quality nonattainment area
and additional automobile emissions will negatively impact community health unless alternative
charging options are provided to support the adoption of electric vehicles.
o Fire Code Standards: The City of Campbell experiences low humidity, high winds and warm
temperatures during the summer months creating conditions which are particularly conducive to
the ignition and spread of grass, brush and structure fires. Therefore, mitigation measures are
necessary such as: automatic fire suppression systems, communications systems, access to
buildings, seismic protection, safety controls for hazardous materials and other safeguards in order
to minimize the risks to citizens, firefighters and property due to the severity of the fire threat and
potential response delays.
• Geological/Seismic:
Construction Standards: The City of Campbell is classified as Seismic Design Category E, which
is the most severe earthquake category as indicated by the United States Geological Survey and
the California Building Code. Recent earthquake activities, including the 1989 Loma Prieta
earthquake, indicated that the lack of adequate design and detailing endangered building
occupants and the occupants of nearby structures. The City's proximity to active earthquake faults
also means that building work must be completed in a timely fashion to minimize the danger to the
public health, safety, and welfare. Since the City is divided by a freeway and highway, a major
earthquake would significantly impact the ability of fire crews to respond to emergencies should
one or more roadways be blocked or damaged due to bridge collapse or debris from falling
structures. Additionally, fire suppression capabilities will be severely limited should the water
system be extensively damaged during the seismic event.
Electrification Requirements: Earthquakes of the magnitude experienced locally, can cause major
damage to electrical transmission facilities and natural gas infrastructure, which in turn cause power
failures while at the same time starting fires or gas explosions. There is a need to reduce
dependence on the natural gas infrastructure to reduce harms and increase energy resiliency in
the event of an earthquake. The modifications and changes cited herein are designed to reduce
natural gas hazards in buildings and encourage energy resiliency through increased installation of
solar and storage systems.
o Fire 'Code Standards: Since the City of Campbell is divided by an active Light Rail System, Union
Pacific railway service line (freight), creeks, highways, and other substantial traffic corridors, the
occurrence of a major earthquake would significantly impact the ability of fire crews to respond to
emergencies should one or more bridges collapse or be substantially damaged. In addition, fire
suppression capabilities would be severely limited should the water system be extensively
damaged during the seismic event. Therefore, mitigation measures are necessary such as:
automatic fire suppression systems, communications systems, access to buildings, seismic
protection, safety controls for hazardous materials and other safeguards in order to minimize the
risks to citizens, firefighters and property due to the severity of the fire threat and potential response
delays.
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SECTION 7. That this Ordinance shall become effective January 1, 2023, and adoption and shall be
published, or summary thereof, one time within fifteen (15) days upon passage and adoption in the Metro
Silicon Valley, a newspaper of general circulation for the City of Campbell, County of Santa Clara.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 15'h day of November, 2022 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Gibbons, Lopez, Landry, Bybee, Resnikoff
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
APP�`_��
Paul Resnikoff, Mayor
ATTEST: li
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Andrea Sanders, City Clerk
Title 1 Exhibit A-1
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Chapter 1.01 CODE ADOPTION*
* For statutory provisions authorizing cities to adopt by reference a codification of its ordinances, see Gov. Code
§§ 50022.1-50022.8 and 50022.10.
1.01.010 Adoption —Incorporated codes.
2019 2022 California Building Code, Volumes 1 and 2; along with the complete t4e2019 2022 California
Series that includes: California Residential Code, California Green Building Standards Code, California
Plumbing Code, t-4e California Mechanical Code; the Intemational PrepeFty Maintenance Cod the California
Electrical Code, California Fire Code, and the California Existing Building Code;- also including the 2021
International Series that includes: Property Maintenance Code and the Swimming Pool and Spa Code. Specific
Appendices adoption are listed under Title 18 of the Campbell Municipal Code. Pursuant to the provisions of
Section 50022.1 through 50022.8 and 500.22.10 of the California Code Annotated, there is hereby adopted the .
"Campbell Municipal Code, Revised" as published by Book Publishing Company, Seattle, Washington, together with
those secondary codes as deleted or modified by provisions of the "Campbell Municipal Code, Revised."
Incorporated Codes include:
(a) California Building Code, Volumes 1 and 2, 2019 2022 edition; , induding^ ppeR ie F, ' aR4 ';
(b) California Residential Code, 2022 edition;
(.bc) California Green Building Code, 2019 2022 edition;
(ed) California Plumbing Code, 2019 2022 edition;
(de) California Mechanical Code, 2019 2022 edition;
�i o n r 20 o edition;
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(f) California Electric Code, 2019 2022 edition;
(g) California Fire Code 2019 2022 edition;
(h) California Existing Building Code 2019 2022 edition;
(i) California Historical Building Code 2022 edition;
(j) International Property Maintenance Code, 2021 edition;
(k) International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, 2021 edition;
Save and except those portions of the preceding codes as are deleted, modified or amended by provisions of
the "Campbell Municipal Code, Revised."
From and after the effective date of the ordinances codified in this section, the "Campbell Municipal Code,
Revised," shall constitute the current penal and regulatory ordinances of the city of Campbell, California.
(Ord. 2096 § 1(part), 2007: Ord. 2024 § 1, 2002: Ord. 1993 § 1, 2000: Ord. 1932 § 1, 1995: Ord. 1863 § 1, 1992:
Ord. 1861 § 1, 1992: Ord. 1782 § 1, 1990: Ord. 1692 § 1, 1988: Ord. 1619 § 1(part), 1986: Ord. 800 § 1, 1971).
Chapter 14.04 GENERAL SANITATION* Exhibit A-2
Sections:
* For statutory provisions pertaining to the regulation of constructing and locating drains and sewers, see West's
Gov. Code §§ 38660 and 38900. For provisions authorizing mandatory sewer connections and declaring other
means of sewage disposal to be a nuisance, see West's Gov. Code § 54352. For provisions authorizing cities
to prescribe, revise and collect sewer rates, see West's Gov. Code §§ 54344-543488, and 54354-54356.
14.04.005 Sanitary disposal of sewage.
It is unlawful to maintain, or use, any residence, place of business, or other building or place where persons
reside, congregate, or are employed which is not provided with means for the disposal of sewage, either by a flush
toilet connected with a sewage system approved by the city health officer Building Official., OF S Gh other persons
who may be hereafter desigRated, eF when it is judged permissible by the eity health offiGer, 9F sueh etheF peFson
who may be hereafteF deli...,- ted i aPFiVY..hiGh meets the . ents of eens+ru Gtien and m .,+.,Y,- nce
heFeinafter .desGFibed
(Prior code § 5100).
14.04.010 Sewer connections.
Every building where persons reside, congregate, or are employed which abuts a street or alley in which
there is an approved public sanitary sewer, or which is within two hundred feet of an approved public sanitary
sewer, provided a right-of-way can be obtained, and if possible a grade is present, shall be connected to the sewer,
by the owner or agent of the premises, in the most direct manner possible, and with a separate connection for
each home or building.
(Prior code § 5101).
14.04.015 Permit procedures.
(a) Every person, firm or corporation whose buildings come within the requirements of Section 14.04.010 shall
make written application for sewer connections and alterations to the ^ice ty-Gle;< Campbell's Building Division
and a separate application to West Valley Sanitation District (WVSD). or such other peFsen as may be
hereafteF designated by the ,.ity GOUR^i'. The application(s) shall contain the location of the premises to be
connected, a description of the plumbing facilities contained therein, the type of connection, whether for
house or Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), inclusive of. sewer lateral, house se ^'eF, type materials, pipe
connections, building drain, cleanouts, and/or backflow devices. er side seweF. in @dditie the application
rh i� h h„ r,i+f i, +hSun; nf+hr., dAllarg. Applicable permit fees will be assessed by
both the city Building Division and WVSD. Upon approval of the application(s) permits will be issued.
Inspection of the work, or alteration, or participation will be required by both the city Building Division and
WVSD. such other person aas the may heFe@fter desigRate,
peF.sen as the-E�ty eewneii may hereafter designate, shall -issue the peffnit.
(b) All excavating work and construction in public streets and public property shall be done by licensed
contractors, and the same shall be subject to the provisions of regulating excavation in public streets, being
Section 11.04.010 et seq., entitled "Public Works" except that no separate application thereunder need be
filed.
(Prior code § 5102).
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14.04.020 Satisfactory plumbing facilities.
Before granting a permit to connect with the sewer system, the city Building Division and WVSD er�g+aeer
^h ether peFsen s the ^ ^il may hereafter designate shall examine the plumbing facilities of the building a4i4
satisfy himself that the plumbiRg of such building OF pFeFnffises conferma to verify compliance to the requirements
of this chapter and other plumbing and building requirements ^f the ,-it., and the adopted California Building and
Plumbing Codes and specifications provided by WVSD. If the city Building Division or WVSD ^^^i^^^r ^r S Gh ether
peFsen as the ,.^until Fnay h^r^.,ft^r designate finds that such plumbing does not substantially conform to said
requirements, 4e they shall notify the applicant wherein the plumbing is defective, and that upon such defects
being corrected, the applicant's permit to connect with the sewer will be granted; and it shall be the duty of such
applicant to have the plumbing corrected within thirty days after being so notified.
(Prior code § 5103).
14.04.025 Required plumbing materials.
All soil or waste pipes under or inside of any such building shall be of cast iron, ABS or PVC plastic as
approved for sewer systems. wrought iron, steel, ^@l„ani,^d ire^ lead ^r hr All joints in cast iron, r^i- to
pipe, whether inside the h„ildi.,^ lines or ^th^r,.,is shall be made with no -hub mission bonds. lead and oakum
and there„ghly ,.inked. Existing wrought iron pipes and fittings, known as the Durham System, are permissible. All
joints shall be made completely watertight and tested during inspection by city Building Division. All soil or waste
pipes shall extend t^ a ^^i^t net less the^ ^^^ f^^t 2 feet outside the exterior wall of the building and be equipped
with a building drain cleanout to a junction with the branch sewer. Two way cleanouts must be back-to-back
combination wye and 118 (AKA: Eastbay or Texas two-way cleanout).
(Prior code § 5103.1).
14.04.030 Separate connections.
Every house or building orADU in and for which the plumbing work has been properly constructed, shall be
separately and independently connected with the sewer system lateral, provided a line of such sewer has been laid
in the street, alley, public way or easement on which such house or building abuts, and is within two hundred feet
distant therefrom; provided that in the case of bungalow courts, ADU's, duplex or apartment houses one sewer
lateral may be permitted. Deviations from the standard of separate building connections or possible connections of
sewage ejectors must be approved by the city Building Official. if, OR the ^ s.f the ..it., engineer or eh ether
persen s the ^ e" may h. Feaft.,r designate it is adequate as to size and IGGati.,.,
(Prior code § 5103.2).
14.04.035 Sewer specifications.
Sewer specifications shall be compliant to current California Plumbing Code (CPC) and WVSD requirements.
All sewer lines from one feet two feet outside of the building sewer-ed drain shall be of first qualityyitrifi^d
ironstone elay pipe, or cast iron, ABS or PVC plastic (sewer rated) pipe and shall have an internal diameter of not
less than feuF three inches. Sewer cleanouts are required at: upper terminal, at the building drain, at the property
line, at each 100 feet of developed length, and each horizontal change of direction exceeding 135 degrees.
Properties with elevations within 12" of the next upstream sewer access hole will be required to provide backflow
protection by device or electronic alarm. if the subject property has or will receive a detached ADU, the ADU will
require an additional backflow protection device or electronic alarm. Any story above the ground floor must
connect to the sewer lateral downstream of the backflow protection device per (CPC 710.0). Vitrified pipe shall not
be allewed within ene feet of the exteFOBF Wall of any buildiRg, Reithep shall any vitrified pope came withiR ene foot
of the s urfaee of the ^ nd th Feughr..it its .,.,tire, G
(Prior code § 5104).
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14.04.040 Laying sewer pipe.
The separate length of the sewer pipe must be laid in a bed of sand or pea gravel peFfeet line on the bottom
and sides with a uniform slope downward from the junction with the soil or waste pipe to the connection with the
public sewer, and in no case shall the slope be less than prescribed by Section 708.0 CPC. one eighth of an ineh ^^�
feed
The pipe shall not be covered or concealed in any way until it has been inspected and approved by the city
Building Inspection Division and WVSD. engineer or suGh other s the eeuReil Fsay hereafter designate.
(Prior code § 5105).
14.04.045 Sewer pipe connections.
I.A.Ihprp GARAPGAiRg Y'S are not already in plaGe in the publiG sewer, connections shall be made, on the Gase of
six ffinGh publie seweFS, by replacing a single length of public sewer with a standard Y branGh to fit the house sewer.
On larger size publiG sewers the Gonnec;tions shall be made by cutting an opening into the publiG sewerjust
suffident to allow the house sewer to enter without projeeting into the public- sewer beyond the inside surfaep All
taps Friust be Fnade in the pi:esenee of the eity engineer or such other person as the Gouncil may hereafter
Under all Gonditeons the Y or Gut in branGh Genneetiens shall be earripletely ineased on eanGFete se as to
seGurely support the weight of the eenneGting house sewer and alse to prevent the Genrieetion being diStUFbed by
^+ter
All wye connections to the public sewer system and lateral placements past property lines shall be made and
inspected by West Valley Sanitation District (WVSD).
(Prior code § 5106).
14.04.050 Excluding rainwater.
No person shall permit to run into any sewer of the city any rain or stormwater, roof drains, wash racks or
drains of any public or private garages except toilets, showers, bidets, sinks, and wash basins.
(Prior code § 5107).
14.04.055 Excluding rubbish.
It is unlawful for any person to willfully injure, break, destroy, obstruct or remove or in any way interfere
with any manhole or public sewer whether constructed on private ground or in any street, alley or public way or to
throw, deposit or cause to be thrown or deposited in any opening of such sewer, any garbage, offal, dead animals,
vegetable parings, ashes, hair, acid, cinders, rags, oil or grease of any kind, or the contents of any cesspool, or any
bulky or solid substance of any kind whatever having a tendency to obstruct the free flow of sewers, or in anywise
to damage the same.
(Prior code § 5108).
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14.04.060 Sewer rental charges —Establishment.
There is established, levied and assessed upon each premises having any sewer connection available with the
sewerage system of city, as it now exists or as it may be hereafter developed and enlarged, and not forming a part
of the sewerage system of Sanitation District No. 4 of Santa Clara County, excepting for interconnection with
Sanitation District No. 4 as may exist by contractual arrangement, a schedule of rentals and charges.
(Prior code § 5109).
14.04.065 Charges —Residential buildings.
Sewer participation, connection, service, maintenance, inspection, and use fees shall be as identified by
the current, WVSD Fees and Charges viewable from www.westvalleyson.org.
(Prior code § 5109.1).
14.04.070 Charges —Commercial buildings.
Sewer participation, connection, service, maintenance, inspection, and use fees shall be as identified by
the current, WVSD Fees and Charges viewable from www.westvalleyson.org.
(Prior code § 5109.2).
14.04.075 Charges —Industrial plants.
Fer each industry, Gernmei:Gial paGking plant, eF similar establishment a seFViGe chaFge to be determined by
the diStkt manageF in aecordance with the use of water by the establishment duFffiRg a ReFmal operating peried
Feduced to a Fnenthly average fE)F that PeFiE)d, with allowances fer water n8t Feaehing the seweF, as follows:
Sewer participation, connection, service, maintenance, inspection, and use fees shall be as identified by
the current WVSD Fees and Charges viewable from www.westvalleysan.org.
(Prior code § 5109.3).
14.04.080 Charges —Schools.
thiFty five eeRts per aVeFage daily atteRdaRee, and fGF high seheels aR aRRual charge based upeR the aveFage daily
atteRdance dUFiRg the seheel yeaF, iRcludiRg Right and adult classes, of fifty eeRts PeF aveFage daily attendance.
Sewer participation, connection, service, maintenance, inspection, and use fees shall be as identified by
the current, WVSD Fees and Charges viewable from www.westvalleysan.org.
(Prior code § 5109.4).
14.04.085 Charges —Premises outside city boundaries.
(a , there is leveed and assessed upeR gaGh
centspremises having a sewer eenne6tion with the seweFage system ef eity, 9F vAie-h OS; dise-ha. gi, sewage whieh
ultimately passes thFOUgh the seweFage system of city, a charge in the an;eUnt Of twe dE)I!aFs and tw"
peF nth
(b) FGF eaGh premise etheF than a single family dwelling, the seFviee GhaFg8 shall be deteFMined by the eity
eeuneil at the time of -,ppimeatien fer seweF serviee by the ewneF of the premises.
(e) Applieation fE)F seweF eenneetion of premises outside the beURdaFies ef the eity to the Gity's system shall be
Fnade ffin aGeE)Fdanee with the provisions E)f Section 14.94.015, exeept the permit fee shall be ten dE)I!aFS
instead of three dellarr
Sewer participation, connection, service, maintenance, inspection, and use fees shall be as identified by
the current, WVSD Fees and Charges viewable from www.westvalleysan.org.
(Prior code § 5109.5).
14.04.090 Definition of unit.
For the purpose of this code the term "unit" is defined as relating to the number of individual occupancies,
rather than as to the number of units of plumbing fixtures.
(Prior code § 5109.6).
14.04.095 Overflow of septic tanks.
It is unlawful for any person to construct or maintain any privy, cesspool, septic tank, sewage treatment
works, sewer pipes or conduits, or other pipes or conduits for the treatment or discharge of sewage or impure
waters or any matter or substance offensive, injurious or dangerous to health whereby they shall do any of the
following:
(1) Overflow any lands whatever;
(2) Empty, flow, seep, drain into or affect any springs, streams, rivers, lakes or other waters within the
county of Santa Clara.
(Prior code § 5110).
14.04.100 Water flush toilets.
Every residence, place of residence, or other building or place where persons congregate, reside, or are
employed, shall harbor and keep maintained water flush toilets and sink basins. Maximum water use limits for all
plumbing fixtures, residential and commercial, shall comply with the current limits set forth in Cal Green Building
Standards Code. and whieh does Rot abut a street oF alley in which theFe is aR approved saRitary system, Ar whieh
iS REA Within two hundred feet ef aR approved pUbliG sanitary sewer shall be pFevided with a private wateF flush
toilet, er if in the epiRieR ef the health off Ger, or suGh ether peFsen whe Fnay be hereafter designated, cenditiens
peFfflit, a PFiVY, by the E)wn-r or agent eF ee-e-upaRt of. the pFeFnises; the water flush teilet system, eF PFiVY, tG be
bUffilt OF Febuilt, eenstruGted, altered or FeGoRstFueted, 9F maintained iR sueh manner as te meet the FeqUiFeMeRts
(Prior code § 5111).
14.04.3.05 Private sewage disposal systems.
Every residence, place of residence, or other building or place where persons congregate, reside, or are
employed, shall connect, and participate in the public sewer system. Those properties without public sewer
connection shall abandon the private septic, or other system, and connect to the public system upon application for
any building permit that includes additional habitable space, or a valuation in excess of $100,000, or transfer of
property ownership. At any residenGe, plaGe ef business er A-ther building where the.re is iR._#_@ Iled a water fluslv
system OF sewage disposal system which is not Gennected to a publie seweF system, and where the ewstemaFy
useFs de not exeeed fifteen in numbeF, the -Fe Shall al -re be esta-blished eF installed a pFivate sewage disposal
system. The dispesal system is to eansist ef a septic tank effluent. The tank and dFains shall be se eenStFueted as te
(Prior code § 5112).
(Prior code § 5113).
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(Prior code § 5113.1).
ether peFSOR who Fnay be heFeafteF designated.
(Prior code § 5114).
14.04.135 Sewer wells.
All sewer wells are declared to be a public nuisance. It is unlawful to drill, construct, maintain or operate a
sewer well, and such an offense shall constitute a misdemeanor.
(Prior code § 5115).
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numbeF, theFe shall also be established OF iRStalled a PFivate sewage disposal piaRt, the plans and GOAStFUGtieR G
whiGh, in eaeh sepaFate Gase, shall be appFeved by the city health effieeF, OF SUC;h ether person who Fnay be
hereafter designated.
it is uRlawful to use a pit PFiVY fE)F the disposal of sewage without a peFfflit fFem
be hereafteF desigRated. When iR the of the city health
the Gity health GffiGeF, eF
officer, OF SUGh etheF
sueh etheF peFSOR WhO Fnay OpiRien
if iRstalled,shall be er installed,
•
pFivy, established OF so GEMStFUGted ,
(I) The privy shall be placed at a diStaRee appFeved by the health egieeF, eF SUGh GtheF peFSeR whO May
be hereafter designated, fFern all wells, st..,-,ms ...d .Jw el inns;
(2) The sewage depesited theFeiR shall not fall upen the SUFfaee of the gFeURd, but shall eRteF iRte a vault
eF .,it iR the g R d e Wt.neRt built f..r that p
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(4) The pot vault eF cempaFtmeRt, tegetheF With the f'E)eF FffiseF seat and etheF PgFtieRS ef the buildiRg shall
as a .,it P nt the eRtr-.Ree of eitheF r Urfa water into the pit bole .,•
,
(5) All r buildings h II h kept ' I r all times
T r:rrranv"c-iiazean a�� sanita r��66n itlen at i cl�i�c�.
(Prior code § 5117).
14.04.150 Chemical privies.
Portable chemical privies, septiG privies,G9RGFete vault privies, er ether pFivies t heFetefer ., enti d
may be used temporarily at construction sites, special events, and emergency use by only with the spe4,4
permission of the city Building Official or other health officer, or such other person who may be hereafter
designated as event planner. Privies must be maintained, cleaned, and kept in a sanitary condition. Privies in place
for excess of 30 days shall be permitted by the city Building Inspection Division.
(Prior code § 5118).
14.04.155 Submission of plans prior to construction of buildings utilizing private sewage
disposal systems.
It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to construct, build, or rebuild any residence, place of
residence, or other building or place where persons congregate, reside or are employed which is not to be
connected to an approved public sanitary sewer. With.,Ut first SHbFnittiRg plaRS of the means of r,,,.,age ,disposal t
ided On this chapteF. SUeh PIaRS shall indude a plet plan ef the pFeFnises with suffie-ie.nt Plp";#iens' the size and
prev
type of septiG tank, and a plan of the abseFlatieR field giving all dimeRSffieAS and etheF peFtineRt infoFmatieR. EveFy
app"Gant for a permit 5hall pay te the Gity health effieeF, or such etheF persen who Fnay be heFeafteF designated
fOF each peFMit issued and at the tiFne of issuance a fee ef twe dE)I!aFS fE)F eaeh sewage dispesal systern.
(Prior code § 5119).
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(Prior code § 5120).
14.04.165 Certification of occupancy —Approval of health officer.
No certification of occupancy shall be issued for any building which is not connected to an approved public
sanitary sewer without the written approval of the city Building Official. health officer, or such ether peFsen whe
may be hereafter .desigriat.,.d , of the means .-.,.., of age .dispesal for the building.
(Prior code § 5121).
14.04.170 Enforcement.
It shall be the duty of the city Building Official and/or Code Enforcement Agent health officer, or such other
person who may be hereafter designated, to enforce the provisions of this chapter. , and i^ the peFformarice ^this duty the eity health offiGer, OF suGh ether person who may hereafter be designated, OF hiS duly authorized
chapter.agent, is autheFized to enter at any Feasenable heuF any premises as may be neGessary iR the eRfGFeement ef this
(Prior code § 5122).
14.04.175 Conformity with regulations —Hardship.
If, with respect to existing septic tanks, sewage treatment works, sewer pipes or conduits or other pipes or
conduits for the treatment or discharge of sewage or impure waters, it would be exceptionally difficult, if not
impossible, to comply with the provisions of this section, the city Building Official health effieer, r such other
persen who may be hereafter `1nrignated shall have the power by special permit to allow such variations from the
provisions contained in this section as will prevent unnecessary hardship or injustice and at the same time most
nearly accomplish the general purpose and intent hereof.
(Prior code § 5123).
14.04.180 Liabilities.
This chapter shall not be construed as imposing upon the city or the county of Santa Clara any liability or
responsibility for damage resulting from the defective construction of any sanitary disposal system as herein
provided, nor shall the city or the county of Santa Clara or any official or employee thereof be held as assuming
any such responsibility by reason of the inspection authorized thereunder.
(Prior code § 5125).
14.04.190 Penalty.
Unlawful actions or violations shall be interpreted, enforced, or penalized by the city Building Official and/or Code
Enforcement Agent
Chapter 14.04 GENERAL SANITATION
(a) It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to violate any provision, or fail to comply with any
mandatory requirement of this chapter. Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b) of this section any
entity violating any provision, or failing to comply with any mandatory requirement of this chapter is guilty of
an infraction, and upon conviction shall be punished by a fine of not more than one hundred dollars.
(b) Notwithstanding any provision to the contrary, any person, firm or corporation committing any act made
unlawful pursuant to subsection (a) of this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction shall
be punished by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars and/or imprisonment of not more than six
months, if any of the following circumstances exists:
(1) The violation was committed wilfully or with knowledge of its illegality;
(2) The violator does not cease or otherwise abate the violation after receiving notice of such violation;
(3) The violator has previously been convicted of violating the same provision of this title within two years
of the currently charged violation; or
(4) The provision violated specifies that such violation shall be misdemeanor.
(c) Each person, firm or corporation violating any provision, or failing to comply with the mandatory
requirements of this chapter shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day during any
portion of which any violation of any provision of this chapter is committed, continued, or permitted by such
person, firm or corporation, and shall be punishable as provided in this section.
(Ord. 1693 § 9, 1988).
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Chapter 17.04 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE'
17.04.010 Adoption of the 202249 California Fire Code and 202149 International Fire Code.
That certain code known as the 20221-9 California Fire Code and also the 202119 International Fire Code
including appendix Chapters B, C, D, and 0 and the whole thereof are adopted by the city for the purpose of
prescribing regulations governing conditions hazardous to life and property from fire or explosion, save and except
such portions as are hereinafter deleted, modified or amended by this chapter, of which one copy has been filed
for use and examination by the public in the office of the city building official and the city fire chief and the same
adopted and incorporated as fully as if set out at length herein, and from the date on which the ordinance codified
in this chapter shall take effect, the provision thereof shall be controlling within the limits of the city.
( Ord. No. 2255, § 2(Att. 3), 12-3-2019)
Editor's note(s)—Ord. No. 2255 , § 2(Att. 3), adopted Dec. 3, 2019, amended § 17.04.010 in its entirety to read as
herein set out. Former § 17.04.010 pertained to adoption of the 2016 California Fire Code and 2015
International Fire Code and derived from Ord. No. 2215, § 2(Att. 4), adopted Dec. 6, 2016.
17.04.020 Code enforcement.
The International Fire Code and the California Fire Code shall be enforced by the fire chief or his duly
authorized representative.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 2(Att. 5), 2-18-2014; Ord. No. 2255, § 2(Att. 3), 12-3-2019)
17.04.030 Definitions.
Unless otherwise expressly stated, whenever used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the
meaning set forth below:
(a) Wherever the words "chief of the fire department" or "fire code official" are used they shall refer to
the fire chief of the city or his authorized representative. Wherever the words "chief of the fire
prevention bureau" are used they shall refer to the fire marshal and/or deputy fire chief or his
authorized representative. Wherever the words "fire department" or "bureau of fire prevention" are
used, they shall refer to the fire department of the city.
(b) Wherever the word(s) "jurisdiction" or "jurisdiction having authority" are used, it is held to mean the
city.
'State law reference(s)—For state law regarding municipal programs of fire protection, see Gov. Code § 38600 et
seq.
'Editor's note(s)—Ord. No. 2175, § 2(Att. 5), adopted Feb. 18, 2014, amended the former ch. 17.04 in its entirety
to read as set out herein. The former ch. 17.04 pertained to similar subject matter and derived from Ord. No.
2139, § 2(Exh. B), adopted Nov. 16, 2010.
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(Ord. No. 2175, § 2(Att. 5), 2-18-2014; Ord. No. 2255, § 2(Att. 3), 12-3-2019)
17.04.040 Unused.
17.04.042 Establishment of limits of districts in which storage of Class I and II liquids in
outside aboveground tanks is prohibited.
The limits referred to in Section 5704.2.9.6.1 of the California Fire Code, in which the storage of Class I and II
liquids in aboveground tanks is prohibited are established as all locations of the city of Campbell that are
residential or congested commercial areas as determined by the fire code official.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 2(Att. 5), 2-18-2014)
17.04.044 Establishment of limits of districts in which storage of Class I and II liquids in
aboveground tanks is prohibited.
The limits referred to in Section 5706.2.4.4 of the California Fire Code, in which the storage of Class I and II
liquids in aboveground tanks is prohibited are established as all locations of the city of Campbell that are
residential or other locations as determined by the fire code official.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 2(Att. 5), 2-18-2014)
17.04.046 Establishment of limits of districts in which the storage of stationary tanks of
flammable cryogenic fluids are to be prohibited.
The geographic limits referred to in Section 5806.2 of the California Fire Code in which the storage of
flammable cryogenic fluids in stationary containers is prohibited are established as all locations of the city of
Campbell which are residential and congested commercial areas as determined by the fire code official.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 2(Att. 5), 2-18-2014)
17.04.048 Establishment of limits in which storage of liquefied petroleum gases is prohibited.
The limits referred to in Section 6104.2 of the California Fire Code, in which storage of liquefied petroleum
gas is restricted, are established as all locations of the city of Campbell that are residential or congested
commercial areas.
Exceptions: LPG may be used for industrial operations or when natural gas would not provide a viable
substitute for LPG. Portable containers for temporary heating and/or cooking uses may be permitted if stored and
handled in accordance with this code. Facilities in commercial areas for refueling portable or mobile LPG
containers may be approved by the fire code official on a case by case basis.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 2(Att. 5), 2-18-2014)
17.04.060 Amendments to the International Fire Code and the California Fire Code.
The following sections of the 20211S International Fire Code are amended to read as follows:
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Administration
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SECTION 105 PERMITS
105.6.8 Compressed gases. An operational permit is required for the storage, use or handling at normal
temperature and pressure (NTP) of compressed gases in excess of the amounts listed in Table 105.6.8.
Exceptions:
Vehicles equipped for and using compressed gas as a fuel for propelling the vehicle.
TABLE 105.6.20
PERMIT AMOUNTS FOR HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
TYPE OF MATERIAL
AMOUNT
Combustible liquids
See Section 105.6.16
Corrosive materials
Gases
See Section 105.6.8
Liquids
55 gallons
Solids
500 pounds
Explosive materials
See Section 105.6.14
Flammable materials
Gases
See Section 105.6.8
Liquids
See Section 105.6.16
Solids
100 pounds
Highly toxic materials
Gases
See Section 105.6.8
Liquids
Any Amount
Solids
Any Amount
Moderately toxic materials
Gases
See Section 105.6.8
Other health hazard materials
Gases
See Section 105.6.8
Liquids
55 gallons
Solids
500 pounds
Oxidizing materials
Gases
See Section 105.6.8
Liquids
Class 4
Any Amount
Class 3
1 gallon
Class 2
10 gallons
Class 1
55 gallons
Solids
Class 4
Any Amount
Class 3
10 pounds6
Class 2
100 pounds
Class 1
500 pounds
Organic peroxides
Liquids
Class I
Any Amount
Class II
Any Amount
Class 111
1 gallon
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Class IV
2 gallons
Class V
No Permit Required
Solids
Class I
Any Amount
Class II
Any Amount
Class III
10 pounds
Class IV
20 pounds
Class V
No Permit Required
Pyrophoric materials
Gases
Any Amount
Liquids
Any Amount
Solids
Any Amount
Toxic materials
Gases
See Section 105.6.8
Liquids
10 gallons
Solids
100 pounds
Unstable (reactive) materials
Liquids
Class 4
Any Amount .
Class 3
Any Amount
Class 2
5 gallons
Class 1
10 gallons
Solids
Class 4
Any Amount
Class 3
Any Amount
Class 2
50 pounds
Class 1
100 pounds
Water -reactive materials
Liquids
Class 3
Any Amount
Class 2
5 gallons
Class 1
55 gallons
Solids
Class 3
Any Amount
Class 2
50 pounds
Class 1
500 pounds
For SI: 1 gallon = 3.785 L, 1 pound = 0.454 kg.
a. 20 gallons when Table 5003.1.1(1) Note k applies and hazard identification signs in accordance with
Section 5003.5 are provided for quantities of 20 gallons or less.
b. 200 pounds when Table 5003.1.1(1) Note k applies and hazard identification signs in accordance with
Section 5003.5 are provided for quantities of 200 pounds or less.
105.6.52 Day care facility. An operational permit is required to operate a business as a day care facility for more
than people.
105.6.53 Institutional. A permit is required to operate, maintain, or use any institutional type occupancy. For the
purpose of this Section, an institution shall be, but is not limited to: hospitals, children's home, home or institution
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for insane or mentally retarded persons, home or institution for the care of aged or senile persons, sanitarium,
nursing or convalescent home, certified family care homes, residential care homes for the elderly, out of home
placement facilities, halfway house, and day care nurseries or similar facility of any capacity.
105.7.4 Compressed gases. A construction permit is required to install any piped distribution system for
compressed gases, or to install a non-flammable medical gas manifold system. A construction permit is required to
install, repair damage to, abandon, remove, place temporarily out of service, close or substantially modify a
compressed gas system.
Exceptions:
1. Routine maintenance.
2. For emergency repair work performed on an emergency basis, application for permit shall be made
within two working days of commencement of work.
The permit applicant shall apply for approval to close storage, use or handling facilities at least 30 days prior to the
termination of the storage, use or handling of compressed or liquefied gases. Such application shall include any
change or alteration of the facility closure plan. This 30-day period may be waived by the chief if there are special
circumstances requiring such waiver.
105.7.5 Cryogenic fluids. A construction permit is required for installation of or alteration to cryogenic fluid
storage systems where the system capacity exceeds the amounts listed in Table 105.6.11. Maintenance performed
in accordance with this code is not considered an alteration and does not require a construction permit.
SECTION 107 INSPECTIONS
107.5 Final inspection. No final inspection as to all or any portion of a development shall be deemed completed
until the installation of.the required fire protection facilities and access ways have been completed and approved.
No final certificate of occupancy may be granted until the Fire Department issues notice of final clearance of such
fire protection facilities and access ways to the Building Department.
SECTION 109 BOARD OF APPEALS
109.1 Appeals. Appeals shall be in accordance with Section 17.80.010 of the Campbell Municipal Code.
SECTION 110 VIOLATIONS
Section 110.4 is amended to read:
110.4 Violation penalties. See Section 17.70.010 of the Campbell Municipal Code. (Note: 17.70.010 refers to
Article 3 of the Uniform Fire Code. Ord. 1693 § 10, 1988)
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DEFINITIONS
SECTION 202 GENERAL DEFINITIONS
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CORROSIVE LIQUID. Corrosive liquid is
1. any liquid which, when in contact with living tissue, will cause destruction or irreversible alteration of
such tissue by chemical action;
2. any liquid having a pH of 2 or less or 12.5 or more;
3. any liquid classified as corrosive by the U.S. Department of Transportation; and
4. any material exhibiting the characteristics of corrosivity in accordance with Title 22, California Code of
Regulations §66261.22.
LARGE-SCALE FIRE TESTING. Testing a representative energy storage system that induces a significant fire
into the device under test and evaluates whether the fire will spread to adjacent energy storage system
units, surrounding equipment, or through an adjacent fire -resistance -rated barrier.
MINIMUM THRESHOLD QUANTITY. Minimum threshold quantity is the aggregate of highly toxic, toxic or
moderately toxic gases in a control area which, due to the minimum aggregate quantities, need only comply with
the requirements set forth in Section 6004.1
MODERATELY TOXIC GAS. A chemical or substance that has a median lethal concentration (LC50) in air more than
2000 parts per million but not more than 5000 parts per million by volume of gas or vapor, when administered by
continuous inhalation for an hour, or less if death occurs within one hour, to albino rats weighing between 200 and
300 grams each.
OTHER HEALTH HAZARD MATERIAL is a hazardous material which affects target organs of the body, including but
not limited to, those materials which produce liver damage, kidney damage, damage to the nervous system, act on
the blood to decrease hemoglobin function, deprive the body tissue of oxygen or affect reproductive capabilities,
including mutations (chromosomal damage) or teratogens (effect on fetuses).
SECONDARY CONTAINMENT. Secondary containment is that level of containment that is external to and separate
from primary containment and is capable of safely and securely containing the material, without discharge, for a
period of time reasonably to ensure detection and remedy of the primary containment failure.
SPILL CONTROL. That level of containment that is external to and separate from the primary containment and is
capable of safely and securely containing the contents of the largest container and prevents the materials from
spreading to other parts of the room.
WORKSTATION is a defined space or an independent principal piece of equipment using hazaFdeus + Fiats with
hazaFd Fats g of 3 r 4 : ra :+� NFP 704 flammable or unstable (Class 3 or 4 as ranked by NFPA 704)
hazardous materials where a specific function, laboratory procedure or research activity occurs. Approved or listed
hazardous materials storage cabinets, flammable liquid storage cabinets or gas cabinets serving a workstation are
included as part of the workstation. A workstation is allowed to contain ventilation equipment, fire protection
devices, electrical devices, and other processing and scientific equipment.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AGAINST FIRE
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SECTION 316 HAZARDS TO FIREFIGHTERS BUILDING STANDARD
316.7 Roof guardrails at interior courts. Roof openings into interior courts that are bounded on all sides by
building walls shall be protected with guardrails. The top of the guardrail shall not be less than 42 inches in height
above the adjacent roof surface that can be walked on. Intermediate rails shall be designed and spaced such that a
12-inch diameter sphere cannot pass through.
Exception: Where the roof opening is greater than 600 square feet in area.
SECTION 299 ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
321-4 General. Additive manufacturing equipment and operations shall comply with Section 321.
321.11 c..ope Additive rn „faGturing shall comply with o of the following;
I . nlnn ir,a��S+rial additive ,., w. „fa,-+„ s6.a11 .�L...,i+h c�,e+iA
2. Industrial additive .,,anufa GtWing shall comply with Section 321.3.
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FIRE SERVICE FEATURES
SECTION 503 FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS ROADS
BUILDING STANDARDS
503.1 Where required. Fire apparatus access roads shall be provided and maintained in accordance with Sections
503.1.1 through 503. 1.3 and as per in accordance with the fire department access fea-4 standards.
BUILDING STANDARDS
503.1.1 Buildings and facilities. Approved fire apparatus access roads shall be provided for every facility, building
or portion of a building hereafter constructed or moved into or within the jurisdiction. The fire apparatus access
road shall comply with the requirements for this section and shall extend to within 150 feet (45 720 mm) of all
portions of the facility and all portions of the exterior walls of the first story of the building as measured by an
approved route around the exterior of the building or facility.
Exceptions:
1. In other than R-3 or U occupancies, when the building is equipped throughout with an approved
automatic sprinkler system, installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 the dimension may be
increased to.a maximum of 300 feet when approved by the fire code official.
2. When there are not more than two Group R-3 or accessory Group U occupancies, the dimension may
be increased to a maximum of. 200 feet.
3. When apparatus roads cannot be installed because:of topography, waterways, nonnegotiable grades
or other similar conditions,, an approved alternative means.of fire protection shall be provided.
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503.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 20 feet (6096
mm) for engines and 25 feet (7925mm) for aerial fire apparatus, exclusive of shoulders, or as required by Fir ^
department a^^^« Mad standards, except for approved seet! Fity gates or barricades in accordance with Sections
503,5.1 and 503.E—. and -an The unobstructed vertical clearance of shall be a minimum of 13 feet 6 inches (4115
mm), or as determined by the fire code official.
Exception: When there are not more than two Group R, Division 3 parcels, or more than two Group U occupancies,
the access road width may be modified by the fire code official.
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503.2.4 Turning radius. The required turning radius of a fire apparatus access road shall be a minimum of 30 feet
inside, and a minimum of 50 feet outside.
503.2.7 Grade. The maximum grade of afire department apparatus access road shall not exceed 15-percent, unless
approved by the fire code official.
503.5 Required gates or barricades. The fire code official is authorized to require the installation and maintenance
of gates or other approved barricades across fire apparatus access roads, trails, or other accessways, not including
the public streets, alleys, or highways. The minimum width for commercial applications is 20 feet, and 12 feet for
single-family dwellings. Electric gate operators, where provided shall be listed in accordance with UL 325. Gates
intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed, and installed to comply with the requirements of
ASTM F2200.
503.6 Security gates. The installation of security gates across afire apparatus access road shall be approved by the
fire code official. Where security gates are installed, they shall have an approved means of emergency operation.
The security gates and the emergency operation shall be maintained operational at all times. Electric gate
operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325. Gates intended for automatic
operation shall be designed, constructed and installed to comply with the requirements of ASTM F2200. The
minimum width for commercial applications is 20 feet, and 12 feet for single-family dwellings.
SECTION 504 ACCESS TO BUILDING OPENINGS AND ROOFS
BUILDING STANDARDS
504.5 Access control devices. When access control devices including bars, grates, gates, electric or magnetic locks
or similar devices, which would inhibit rapid fire department emergency access to or within the building are
installed, such devices shall be approved by the fire code official. All electrically powered access control devices
shall be provided with an approved means for deactivation or unlocking from a single location or otherwise
approved by the fire code official.
Access control devices shall also comply with Chapter 10 Means of Egress.
SECTION 505 PREMISES IDENTIFICATION
505.1 Address identification. New and existing buildings shall be provided with approved address identification.
The shall be provided with approved address identification. The address identification shall be legible and placed in
a position that is visible from the street or road fronting the property. Address identification characters shall
contrast with their background. Address numbers shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical letters. Numbers shall
not be spelled out. Each character shall be not less than 6 inches (102153 mm) high with a minimum stroke width
of 112 inch (12.7 mm). Where required by the fire code official, address identification shall be provided in additional
approved locations to facilitate emergency response. Where access is by means of a private road and the building
cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole or other sign or means shall be used to identify the
structure. Address identification shall be maintained.
The following is a guideline for adequate address number dimensions:
1. The number posted up to 49 feet from the public street shall be of one solid color which is contrasting to
the background and be at least six (6) inches high with a half (%) inch stroke.
2. The number posted from 50 to 100 feet from the public street shall be of one solid color which is
contrasting to the background and be at least six (6) inches high with a one (1) inch stroke.
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3. The number posted over 100 to 199 feet from the public street shall be of one solid color which is
contrasting to the background and be at least ten (10) inches high with a one and a half (1%) inch stroke.
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4. The number posted over 200 to 299 feet from the public street shall be of one solid color which is
contrasting to the background and be at least ten (18) inches high with a one and a half (2) inch stroke.
5. The number posted over 300 to 400 feet from. the public street shall be of one solid color which is
contrasting to the background and be at least ten (24) inches high with a one and a half (2%) inch stroke.
SECTION 510 EMERGENCY RESPONDER RADIO COVERAGE
BUILDING STANDARDS
510.1 Emergency responder radio coverage in new buildings. Approved radio coverage for emergency responders
shall be provided within all buildings meeting any one of the following conditions:
1. There are more than 3 stories above grade plane (as defined by the Building Code Section 202);
2. The total building area is 30,000 square feet or more;
3. The total basement area is 5,000 square feet or more;
4. Where required by the fire code official and radio coveragesignal strength levels are not consistent
with the minimum levels set forth in Section 510.4.1
Exceptions:
1. Where approved by the fire code official, a wired communication system in accordance with Section .
907.2.3213.2 shall be permitted to be installed or maintained in lieu of an approved radio coverage
system.
2. Where it is determined by the fire code official that the radio coverage system is not needed.
3. In facilities where emergency responder radio coverage is required and such systems, components or
equipment required could have a negative impact on the normal operations of that facility, the fire
code official shall have the authority to accept an automatically activated emergency responder radio
coverage system.
4. Buildings and areas of buildings that have minimum radio coverage signal strength levels of the Silicon
Valley Regional Interoperability Authority (SVRIA) P25 Phase 2 700 MHz Digital Trunked Radio System
Within the building in accordance with Section 510.4.1 without the use of an indoor radio coverage
system.
The radio coverage system shall be installed and maintained in accordance with Sections 510.4 through 510.6.4 of
this code and with the applicable provisions of NFPA 1221, Standard for the Installation, Maintenance and Use of
Emergency Services Communications Systems.
The coverage shall be based upon the existing coverage levels of the public safety communication systems of the
jurisdiction at the exterior of the building. This section shall not require improvement of the existing public safety
communication systems.
510.1.1 Obstruction by new buildings. No obstruction of the.public safety system backhaul shall be allowed
without an approved mitigating plan.
510.3 Permit required. A construction permit, for the installation of, or modification of, emergency responder
radio coverage systems and related equipment is required as specified in Section 105.7-.66.4. Maintenance
performed in accordance with this code is not considered a modification and does not require a permit. A
frequency change made to an existing system is considered to be new construction and will require a construction
permit.
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510.4 Technical requirements. Systems, components and equipment required to provide the emergency,
responder radio coverage system shall comply with the current Emergency Responders Radio Coverage Systems
Standard Details & Specification enforced by the Santa Clara County Fire Department. .
510.4.1.1 Minimum signal strength into the building. The minimum inbound signal strength shall be sufficient to
provide usable voice communications throughout the coverage area as specified by the fire code official. The
inbound signal level shall be sufficient to provide not less than a Delivered Audio Quality (DAQ) of 3.0 for analog
communications and DAQ'of 3.4 for digital communications systems or an equivalent Signal -to -Interference -Plus -
Noise Ratio (SINR) applicable to the technology.
510.4.1.2 Minimum signal strength out of the building. The minimum outbound signal strength shall be sufficient
to provide usable voice communications throughout the coverage area as specified by the fire code official. The
outbound signal level shall be sufficient to provide not less than a DAQ of 3.0 for analog communications and DAQ
of 3.4 for digital communications systems or an equivalent SINR applicable to the technology.
510.5 Installation requirement. The installation of the emergency responder radio coverage system shall be in
accordance with NFPA 1221 and the current Emergency Responder Radio Coverage Systems Standard Details &
Specification enforced by the Santa Clara County Fire Department.
510.5.12 Approval prior to installation. Amplification systems capable of operating on frequencies licensed to.any
public safety agency by the FCC or other radio licensing authority shall not be installed without prior coordination
and approval of the fire code.official and the agency FCC license holder or systems administrator.
510.5.3 Acceptance test procedure.. Where an emergency responder radio coverage system is required, and upon
completion of installation, the building owner shall have the radio system tested to verify that two-way coverage
on each floor of the building is not less than 95 percent. Final system acceptance will require ERRCS power level
and DAQ testing with agency FCC license holder, systems administrators, or designee:
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BUILDING SERVICES AND SYSTEMS
SECTION 603 PI IFI _Morn nool I NCES ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT, INIRING.AND HAZARDS
1. Inside of any occupaney here ^ e^real + the fuel gas. ntainer.
GaRepibs and m pnbi:ane st FuGtuFer ...
Qn e.herier baleanies and reef+eps in nther than D- ? e -
603.114,12-Immersion heaters. All electrical immersion heaters used in dip tanks, sinks, vats and similar
operations shall be provided with approved over -temperature. controls and low liquid level electrical disconnects.
Manual reset of required protection devices shall be provided.
SECTION 6054 n rrrolrnl EQUIP EM WIRING ARIA HAZARDS FUEL-FIREDAPPLIANCES
604 32 1MMA124AR heaters All eleCtFiCal immeHien heateFS used in dip tanks, sinks, vats and similai: epeFations
shall be pFevided with appFeved eveF teFnpeFatuFe eentFels and lew liquid level eleGtFiGal disGanneets. Manual
. re* of regUiFed oFe+e^hian deyer-es shall he pyi.de.J
605.5.2.1.12 "1=Prohibited locations. The storage or use of portable outdoor gas fired heating appliances is
prohibited in any of the following locations: .
1.. Inside of any occupancy where connected to the fuel gas container.
2. inside of terits, canopies and membrane structures:
3. On exterior balconies, and rooftops.
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Chapter 8
INTERIOR FINISH, DECORATIVE MATERIALS AND FURNISHINGS
SECTION 806 NATURAL DECORATIVE VEGETATION IN NEW AND EXISTING BUILDINGS
806.1.1 Restricted occupancies. The display of natural cut trees and other decorative vegetation shall be in
accordance with the California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, §3.08 and Sections 806.1 through 806.4.
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FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS
SECTION 901 GENERAL
901.6.2 Integrated testing. Where two or more fire protection or life safety systems are interconnected, the
intended response of subordinate fire protection and life safety systems shall be verified when required testing of
the initiating system is conducted. In addition, integrated testing shall be performed in accordance with Sections
901.6.2.1 and 901.6.2.2.
901.6.2.1 High-rise buildings. For high-rise buildings, integrated testing shall comply with NFPA 4, with an
integrated test performed prior to issuance of the certificate of occupancy and at intervals not exceeding
10 years, unless otherwise specified by an integrated system test plan prepared in accordance with NFPA
4. If an equipment failure is detected during integrated testing, a repeat of the integrated test shall not be
required, except as necessary to verify operation of fire protection or life safety functions that are initiated
by equipment that was repaired or replaced. For existing buildings, the testing timeframe shall be specified
by the integrated systems test plan prepared in accordance with NFPA 4 as approved by the fire code
official.
901.6.2.2 Smoke control systems. Where afire alarm system is integrated with a smoke control system as
outlined in Section 909, integrated testing shall comply with NFPA 4, with an integrated test performed
prior to issuance of the certificate of occupancy and at intervals not exceeding 10 years, unless otherwise
specified by an integrated system test plan prepared in accordance with NFPA 4. If an equipment failure is
detected during integrated testing, a repeat of the integrated test shall not be required, except as
necessary to verify operation of fire protection or life safety functions that are initiated by equipment that
was repaired or replaced. For existing buildings, the testing timeframe shall be specified by the integrated
systems test plan prepared in accordance with NFPA 4 as approved by the fire code official.
901.6.3 Records. Records of all system inspections, tests and maintenance required by the referenced standard
shall be maintained on the premises for a minimum of five years.
systems shall be deGumented an NFPA 72 fGnw See 907.7 & 907.8 for fire alarm system inspection, testing and
maintenance documentation requirements.
SECTION 903 AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS
BUILDING STANDARDS
903.2 Where required. An approved automatic sprinkler system in new and existing buildings and structures shall
be provided in the locations described in this Section or in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.129 whichever is the
more restrictive and Sections 903.2.14 through 903.2.21.
For the purposes of this section, firewalls and fire barriers used to separate building areas shall be constructed in
accordance with the California Building Code and shall not be utilized ;rnean_,;.,f area red-u Aim- f.,r the
be without openings or
penetrations.
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1. An approved automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all new buildings and
structures.-, other than Group R occupancies, except as follows:
a. Buildings and structures that d net „ d 1,000 s e foot of building area not
located in any Wildland-Urban Interface and not exceeding 1,200 square feet of fire
area.
b. Buildings and structures located in an Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area and not
exceeding 500 square feet of fire area.
C. b. Group S-2 or U occupancies, including photovoltaic support structures, used
exclusively for vehicle parking a-n4 which meeting all of the following conditions:
i. Noncombustible construction
ii. Maximum building aFea ^^t t^ ^"reed- 5,000 square feet in building area
iii. Structure is open on not less than three (3) eF FneFe sides or not less than 75% of
structure perimeter.
iv. Minimum of 10 feet separation from existing buildings, or similar structures, unless
area is separated by fire walls complying with CBC 706.
d. Canopies, constructed in accordance with CBC 406.7.2, used exclusively for weather
protection of vehicle fueling pads per CBC 406.7.1 and not exceeding 5,000 square
feet of fire area.
2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all new buildings with a Group R fire area.
Exception: Accessory Dwelling Unit, provided that all of the following are met:
a. The unit meets the definition of an Accessory Dwelling Unit as defined in the Government
Code Section 65852.2.
b. The existing primary residence does not have automatic fire sprinklers.
c. The accessory dwelling unit does not exceed 1,200 square feet in size.
d. The unit is on the some lot as the primary residence.
e. The unit meets all apparatus access and water supply requirements of Chapter 5 and
Appendix B of the 2022 California Fire Code.
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3. An approved automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in new manufactured homes (as
defined in California Health and Safety Code Sections 18007 and 180O9) and multifamily
manufactured homes with two dwelling units (as defined in California Health and Safety Code
Section 18008.7) in accordance with Title 25 of the California Code of Regulations.
4. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout existing buildings with a Group R
fire area when additions are made causing the fire area to exceed 3,600 square feet.
Exception: Additions where all of the following are met:
a. Building addition does not exceed 500 square feet.
b. The resultant structure meets all water supply requirements of Chapter 5 and Appendix B of
the 2022 California Fire Code.
5. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout existing Group A, B, E, F, L, M, S
and U buildings and structures, when additions are made that increase the fire area to more
than 3,600 square feet or that create conditions described in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.18.
6. Any change in the character of occupancy or in use of any building with a r" ldiRg fire area
equal to or greater than 3,600 square feet which, in the opinion of the fire code official or
building official, would place the building into a more hazardous division of the same occupancy
group or into a different group of occupancies and constitutes a greater degree of life safety'
or increased fire risk', shall require the installation of an approved fire automatic fire sprinkler
system.
1 Life Safety— Shall include, but not be limited to: Increased occupant load, public assembly areas, public meeting areas, churches,
indoor amusement attractions, buildings with complex exiting systems due to increased occupant loads, large schools/day-care
facilities, large residential care facilities with non -ambulatory
z Fire Risks —Shall include, but not be limited to: High -piled combustible storage, woodworking operations, hazardous operations
using hazardous materials, increased fuel loads (storage of moderate to highly combustible materials), increased sources of
ignition (welding, automotive repair with the use of flammable liquids and open flames).
903.2.11.7 Chemical Fume Hood Fire Protection.
7.10.1 Approved automatic fire extinguishing systems shall be provided in chemical fume hoods in the
following cases:
1. Existing hoods having interiors with aflame spread index greater than 25 in which flammable
liquids are handled
2. If a hazard assessment determines that an automatic extinguishing system is required for the
chemical fume hood, then the applicable automatic fire protection system standard shall be
followed.
SECTION 907 FIRE ALARM AND DETECTION SYSTEMS
907.5 Inspection, testing and maintenance.
The maintenance and testing schedules and procedures for fire alarm and fire detection systems shall be
in accordance with Sections 907.8.1 through 907.8.4 and NFPA 72. Records of inspection, testing and
maintenance shall be documented using NFPA 72 record of inspection and testing forms.
SECTION 909 SMOKE CONTROL SYSTEMS
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909.220.1 Schedule. A routine maintenance and operational testing program shall be initiated immediately after
the smoke control system has passed the acceptance tests. A written schedule for routine maintenance and
operational testing shall be established and both shall operational testing must occur at least annually.
Chapter 12
ENERGY SYSTEMS
SECTION 1202 DEFINITIONS
1202.1 Definitions. The following terms are defined in Chapter2:
BATTERYSYSTEM, STATIONARY STORAGE.
BATTERY TYPES.
CAPACITOR ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM.
CRITICAL CIRCUIT.
EMERGENCY POWER SYSTEM.
ENERGY STORAGE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS.
ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM (ESS).
ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM, ELECTROCHEMICAL.
ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM, MOBILE.
ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM, WALK-IN UNIT.
ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM CABINET.
ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM COMMISSIONING.
ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM DECOMMISSIONING.
FUEL CELL POWER SYSTEM, STATIONARY.
LARGE-SCALE FIRE TESTING
PORTABLE GENERATOR.
STANDBY POWER SYSTEM.
SECTION 1207 ELECTRICAL ENERGYSTORAGE SYSTEMS (ESS)
BUILDING STANDARDS
120Z1.5 Large-scale fire test. Where required elsewhere in Section 1207, large-scale fire testing shall be conducted
in accordance with NFPA 855, and UL 9540A. The testing shall be conducted or witnessed and reported by an
approved testing laboratory and show that afire involving one ESS will not propagate to an adjacent ESS, and
where installed within buildings, enclosed areas and walk-in units will be contained within the room, enclosed area
or walk-in unit for a duration equal to the fire -resistance rating of the room separation specified in Section
1207.7.4. The test report shall be provided to the fire code official for review and approval in accordance with
Section 104.8.2.
1207.2.2.1 Ongoing inspection and testing. Systems that monitor and protect the ESS installation shall be
inspected and tested in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and the operation and maintenance
manual. Inspection and testing records shall be maintained in the operation and maintenance manual, and made
available to the fire code official upon request.
1207.5.2 Maximum allowable quantities. Fire areas within rooms, areas and walk-in units containing
electrochemical ESS shall not exceed the maximum allowable quantities in Table 1207.5. The allowable number of
fire areas, maximum allowable quantity, and fire -resistance rating of fire -barriers shall comply with Table 1207.5.1.
Exceptions:
Where approved by the fire code official, rooms, areas and walk-in units containing electrochemical ESS
that exceed the amounts in Table 1207.5 shall be permitted based on a hazardous mitigation analysis in
accordance with Section 1207.1.4 and large-scale fire testing complying with Section 1207.1.5.
1. Lead -acid and nickel -cadmium battery systems installed in facilities under the exclusive control of
communications utilities and operating at less than 50 VAC and 60 VDC in accordance with NFPA 75.
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2. Dedicated -use buildings in compliance with Section 1207.7.1.
TABLE 120Z5.1
DESIGN AND NUMBER OF ESS FIRE AREAS
STORY
PERCENTAGE OF
NUMBER OF
FIRE -RESISTANCE
MAXIMUM
FIRE AREAS PER
RATING FOR FIRE
ALLOWABLE
STORY
BARRIERS IN HOURS
QUANTITY PER FIRE
AREA
Above grade plan
Higher than 9
25
1
3
7-9
50
2
2
6
50
2
2
5
50
2
2
4
75
4
2
3
100
6
2
2
100
6
2
1
100
6 1
2
Below grade plan
1
100
4
3
2
50
2
3
Lower than 2
Not Allowed
Not Allowed
Not Allowed
120Z5.5 Fire suppression systems. Rooms and areas within buildings and walk-in units containing electrochemical
ESS shall be protected by an automatic fire suppression system designed and installed in accordance. with one of
the following:
1. An automatic sprinkler system designed and installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 with a
minimum density of 0.3 gpm/ft2 (1.14 L/min) based on the fire area or 2,500 square foot (232 m2) design
area, whichever is larger.
2. Where approved, an automatic sprinkler system designed and installed in accordance with Section
903.3.1.1 with a sprinkler hazard classification based on large-scale fire testing complying with Section
1207.1.5.
3. The following alternative automatic fire -extinguishing systems designed and installed in accordance with
Section 904, provided that the installation is approved by the fire code official based on large-scale fire
testing complying with Section 1207.1.5:
3.1. NFPA 12, Standard on Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems.
3.2. NFPA 15, Standard for Water Spray Fixed Systems for Fire Protection.
3.3. NFPA 750, Standard on Water Mist Fire Protection Systems.
3.4. NFPA 2001, Standard on Clean Agent Fire -Extinguishing Systems.
3.5. NFPA 2010, Standard for Fixed Aerosol Fire -Extinguishing Systems.
Exception: Fire suppression systems for lead -acid and nickel -cadmium battery systems at facilities under
the exclusive control of communications utilities that operate at less than 50 VAC and 60 VDC shall be
provided where required by NFPA 76.
1207.11.3 Location. ESS shall be installed only in the following locations:
1. Detached garages and detached accessory structures.
2. Attached garages separated from the dwelling unit living space and sleeping units in accordance with
Section R302.6.
3. Outdoors or on the exterior side of the exterior walls not less than 3 feet (914 mm) from doors and
windows directly entering the dwelling unit and not below or above any emergency escape and rescue
openings.
4. Enclosed utility closets, basements, storage or utility spaces within dwelling units with finished or
noncombustible walls and ceilings. Walls and ceilings of unfinished wood framed construction shall be
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provided with not less than 5/8-inch (15.9 mm) Type X gypsum wallboard.
5. ESS shall not be installed in sleeping rooms, closets, spaces opening directly into sleeping rooms or in
habitable spaces of dwelling units.
120Z11.6 Fire detection. ESS installed in Group R-3 and R-4 occupancies shall comply with the following:
1. Rooms and areas within dwellings units, sleeping units, basements and attached garages in which ESS are
installed shall be protected by smoke alarms in accordance with Section 907.2.11.
2. A listed heat alarm interconnected to the smoke alarms shall be installed in locations within dwelling units,
sleeping units and attached garages where smoke alarms cannot be installed based on their listing.
Exceptions:
1. A listed heat detector interconnected to devices that provide an audible alarm at all sleeping
areas may be used in place of a heat alarm.
2. A fire sprinkler associated with an approved automatic sprinkler system, that triggers an audible
alarm at all sleeping areas upon activation of the waterflow switch, may be used in place of a
heat alarm.
Chapter 33
FIRE SAFETY DURING CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION
SECTION 33054-PRECAUTIONS AGAINST FIRE
3305.5 Fire watch. Where required by the fire code. official or the site safety plan established in accordance with
Section 3303.1, a fire watch shall be provided for building demolition and for building construction. Fire watch is
not intended to facilitate occupancy during ongoing construction in a new building.
3305.104.9 Fire walls. When firewalls are required in combustible construction, the wall construction shall be
completed (with all openings protected) immediately after the building is sufficiently weather -protected at the
location of the wall(s).
SECTION 3311 ACCESS FOR FIRE FIGHTING
3311.1 Required access. Approved vehicle access for firefighting shall be provided to all construction or demolition
sites. Vehicle access shall be provided to within 100 feet (30 480 mm) of temporary or permanent fire department
connections. Vehicle access shall be provided by either temporary or permanent roads, capable of supporting vehicle
loading under all weather conditions. Vehicle access shall be maintained until permanent fire apparatus access -roads
are available.
3311.1.1 Fire Department Access Roadways: All construction sites shall be accessible by fire department apparatus
by means of roadways having an all-weather driving service of not less than 20ft. of unobstructed width. The roads
shall have the ability to withstand the live loads of fire apparatus, and have a minimum 13ft. 6 in. of vertical
clearance. Dead end fire access roads in excess of 150 ft. in length shall be provided with approved turnarounds.
When approved by the Fire Code Official, temporary access roadways may be utilized until such time that the
permanent roadways are installed. As a minimum, the roadway shall consist of a compacted sub base and six (6)
inches of road base material (Class 2 aggregate base rock) both compacted to a minimum 95% and sealed. The
perimeter edges of the roadway shall be contained and delineated by curb and gutter or other approved method.
The use of geotextile reinforcing fabric underlayment or soils lime -treatment may be required as determined by the
project civil engineer. Provisions for surface drainage shall also be provided where necessary. The integrity of the
roadway shall be maintained at all times.
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SECTION 3312-1MEANS OF EGRESS
Building Standard
3312-1.1 Stairways required. Each level above the first story in multi -story buildings that require two exit stairways
shall be provided with at least two usable exit stairways after the floor decking is installed. The stairways shall be
continuous and discharge to grade level. Stairways serving more than two floor levels shall be enclosed (with
openings adequately protected) after exterior walls/windows are in place. Exit stairs in new and in existing,
occupied buildings shall be lighted and maintained clear of debris and construction materials at all times.
Exception: For multi -story buildings, one of the required exit stairs may be obstructed on not more than two
contiguous floor levels for the purposes of stairway construction (i.e., installation of gypsum board, painting,
flooring, etc.).
Section 3312.41.1,1 Required means of egress. All buildings under construction shall have at least one
unobstructed means of egress. All means of egress shall be identified in the prefiFe plan see Section 3308.3 written
fire safety plan as required by Section 3303.1.
SECTION 3315 AUTOMATIC FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM
3315.1 Completion before occupancy. In buildings where an automatic sprinkler system is required by this code or
the California Building Code, it shall be unlawful to occupy any portion of a building or structure until the automatic
sprinkler system installation has been tested and approved.
in new buildings of combustible. construction, where automatic fire sprinkler systems are required to be installed,
the system shall be placed in service as soon as possible. Immediately upon the completion of sprinkler pipe
installation on each floor level, the piping shall be hydrostatically tested and inspected. After inspection approval
from the Fire department, each floor level of sprinkler piping shall be connected to the system supply riser and
placed into service with all sprinkler heads uncovered. Protective caps may be installed on the active sprinklers
during the installation of drywall, texturing and painting, but shall be removed immediately after this work is
complete. For system activation notification, an exterior, audible waterflow alarm shall be installed and connected
to the sprinkler waterflow device prior to installation of the monitoring system.
For buildings equipped with fire sprinkler systems that are undergoing alterations, the sprinkler system(s) shall
remain in service at all times except when system modifications are necessary. Fire sprinkler systems undergoing
modifications shall be returned to service at the end of each workday unless otherwise approved by the fire
department. The General contractor or his/her designee shall check the sprinkler control valve(s) at the end of each
workday to confirm that the system has been restored to service.
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HAZARDOUS MATERIALS -GENERAL PROVISIONS
SECTION 5001 GENERAL
5001.2.2.2 Health hazards The material categories listed in this section are classified as health hazards. A material
with a primary classification as a health hazard can also pose a physical hazard.
1. Highly toxic and toxic materials.
2. Corrosive materials.
3. Moderately toxic gas.
4. Health hazards - Other.
5001.5.3 Hazardous Materials Business Plan (HMBP) Where required by the fire code official, facilities shall
submit a Hazardous Materials Business Plan (HMBP) as required by California Health & Safety Code (HSC), Chapter
6.95, Sections 25500 through 25545, and Title 19, Division 2, Chapter 4. He HMBP shall be electronically submitted
in accordance with the fire code official's requested timeframe and no less frequently than is required by the HSC.
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SECTION 5002 DEFINITIONS
5002.1 Definitions. The following terms are defined in Chapter 2:
BOILING POINT.
CEILING LIMIT.
CHEMICAL.
CHEMICAL NAME.
CLOSED CONTAINER.
CONTAINER.
CONTROL AREA.
CYLINDER.
DAY BOX.
DEFLAGRATION.
DESIGN PRESSURE.
DETACHED BUILDING.
DISPENSING.
EXCESS FLOW CONTROL.
EXHAUSTED ENCLOSURE.
EXPLOSION.
FLAMMABLE VAPORS OR FUMES.
GAS CABINET.
GAS ROOM.
HANDLING.
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS.
HEALTH HAZARD.
HEALTH HAZARD — OTHER.
IMMEDIATELY DANGEROUS TO LIFE AND
HEALTH (IDLH).
INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS.
LIQUID.
LOWER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT (LEL).
LOWER FLAMMABLE LIMIT (LFL).
MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE QUANTITY PER CONTROL AREA.
MODERATELY TOXIC GAS.
NORMAL TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURE (NTP).
OUTDOOR CONTROL AREA.
PERMISSIBLE EXPOSURE LIMIT (PEL).
PESTICIDE.
PHYSICAL HAZARD.
PRESSURE VESSEL.
SAFETY CAN.
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS).
SECONDARY CONTAINMENT.
SEGREGATED.
SOLID.
SPILL CONTROL.
STORAGE, HAZARDOUS MATERIALS.
SYSTEM.
TANK, ATMOSPHERIC.
TANK, PORTABLE.
TANK, STATIONARY.
TANK VEHICLE.
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UNAUTHORIZED DISCHARGE.
USE (MATERIAL).
VAPOR PRESSURE.
SECTION 5003 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
5003.1.3.1 Highly toxic, toxic, moderately toxic gases and similarly used or handled materials. The storage, use
and handling of toxic, highly toxic and moderately toxic gases in amounts exceeding Table 6004.2.1.4 shall be in
accordance with this chapter and Chapter 60. Any highly toxic, toxic or moderately toxic material that is used or
handled as a gas or vapor shall be in accordance with the requirements for highly toxic, toxic or moderately toxic
gases.
5003.1.5 Health Hazards - Other. The storage, use and handling of materials classified as other health hazards
including carcinogens, irritants and sensitizers in amounts exceeding 810 cubic feet for gases, 55 gallons for liquids
and 5,000 pounds for solids shall be in accordance with Section 5003.
5003.1.6 Additional spill control and secondary containment requirements. In addition to the requirements set
forth in Section 5004.2, an approved containment system is required for any quantity of hazardous materials, that
are liquids or solids at normal temperature, and pressure (NTP) where a spill is determined to be a plausible event
and where such an event would endanger people, property or the environment. The approved containment
system may be required to include a combination of spill control and secondary containment meeting the design
and construction requirements set forth in Section 5004.2.
5003.2.2.1 Design and construction. Piping, tubing, valves, fittings and related components used for hazardous
materials shall be in accordance with the following: .
1. Piping, tubing, valves, fittings and related components shall be designed and fabricated from materials
compatible with the material to be contained and shall be of adequate strength and durability to
withstand the pressure, structural and seismic stress, and exposure to which they are subject.
2. Piping and tubing shall be identified in accordance with ASME A13.1 and the Santa Clara County Fire
Chiefs Marking Requirements and Guidelines for Hazardous Materials and Hazardous Waste to indicate
the material conveyed.
3. Readily accessible manual valves or automatic remotely activated fail-safe emergency shutoff valves
shall be installed on supply piping and tubing at the following locations:
3.1. The point of use.
3.2. The tank, cylinder or bulk use.
4. Manual emergency shutoff valves and controls for remotely activated emergency shutoff valves shall
be identified and the location shall be clearly visible accessible and indicated by means of a sign.
5. Backflow prevention or check valves shall be provided when the backflow of hazardous materials could
create a hazardous condition or cause the unauthorized discharge of hazardous materials.
6. Where gases or liquids having a hazard ranking of:
Health.Hazard Class 3 or 4
Flammability Class 4
Reactivity Class 4
In accordance with NFPA 704 are carried in, pressurized piping above 15 pounds per square inch gauge
(psig) (103 Kpa), an approved means of leak detection and emergency shutoff or excess flow control
shall be provided. Where the piping originates from within a hazardous material storage room or area,
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the excess flow control shall be located within the storage room or area. Where the piping originates
from a bulk source, the excess flow control shall be located as close to the bulk source as practical.
Exceptions:
1. Piping for inlet connections designed to prevent backflow.
2. Piping for pressure relief devices.
7. Secondary containment or equivalent protection from spills or leaks shall be provided for piping for
liquid hazardous materials and for highly toxic and toxic corrosive gases above threshold quantities
listed in Table 6004.2.1.4. Secondary containment includes, but is not limited to double walled piping.
Exceptions:
1. Secondary containment is not required for toxic corrosive gases if the piping is
constructed of inert materials.
2. Piping under sub -atmospheric conditions if the piping is equipped with an alarm and
fail -safe -to -close valve activated by a loss of vacuum.
Expansion chambers shall be provided between valves whenever the regulated gas may be subjected
to thermal expansion. Chambers shall be sized to provide protection for piping and instrumentation
and to accommodate the expansion of regulated materials.
BUILDING STANDARD
5003.2.2.2 Additional regulation for supply piping for health -hazard materials. Supply piping and tubing for gases
and liquids having a health hazard ranking of 3 or 4 shall be in accordance with ASME B31.3 and the following:
1. Piping and tubing utilized for the transmission of highly toxic, toxic, or highly volatile corrosive liquids
and gases shall have welded, or brazed connections throughout except for connections within an
exhausted enclosure if the material is a gas, or an approved method of drainage or containment is
provided for connections if the material is a liquid.
2. Piping and tubing shall not be located within corridors, within any portion of a means of egress
required to be enclosed in fire -resistance -rated construction or in concealed spaces in areas not
classified as Group H occupancies.
3. All primary piping for highly toxic, toxic and moderately toxic gases shall pass a helium leak test of 1x10-9
cubic centimeters/second where practical, or shall pass testing in accordance with an approved, nationally
recognized standard. Tests shall be conducted by a qualified third party not involved with the construction
of the piping and control systems.
EXCEPTION: Piping and tubing within the space defined by the walls of corridors and the floor or roof above or
in concealed space above other occupancies when installed in accordance with Section 415.11 of the California
Building Code for Group H-5 occupancies.
5003.5.2 Ventilation ducting. Ducts venting hazardous materials operations shall be labeled with the hazard class
of the material being vented and the direction of flow.
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5003.5.3 "H" Occupancies. In "H" occupancies, all piping and.tubing may be required to: be identified when there is
any possibility of confusion with hazardous materials transport tubing or piping. Flow direction indicators are
required.
5003.10.4 Elevators utilized to transport hazardous materials.
5003.10.4.1 When transporting hazardous materials, elevators shall have no other passengers other than in the
individual(s) handling the chemical transport cart.
5003.10.4.2 Hazardous materials liquid containers shall have a maximum capacity of 20 liters (5.28 gal).
5003.10.4.3 Highly toxic, toxic and moderately toxic gases shall be limited to a container of a maximum water
capacity of 1 lb.
5003.10.4.4 Means shall be provided to prevent the elevator from being summoned to other floors.
SECTION 5004 STORAGE
5004.2.1 Spill control for hazardous material liquids.. Rooms, buildings or areas used for storage of hazardous
material liquids in individual vessels having a capacity of more than 55 gallons (208 L), or in which the aggregate
capacity of multiple vessels exceeds 1,000 gallons (3785 L), shall be provided with spill control to prevent the flow
of liquids to adjoining areas. Floors in indoor locations and similar surfaces in outdoor locations shall be
constructed to contain a spill from the largest single vessel by one of the following methods:
1. Liquid -tight sloped or recessed floors in indoor and outdoor locations or similar areas in outdoor
locations.
2. Liquid -tight floors in indoor and outdoor locations or similar areas provided with liquid -tight raised or
recessed sills or dikes.
3. Sumps and collection systems, including containment pallets in accordance with Section 5004.2.3.
4. Other approved engineered systems.
Except for surfacing, the floors, sills, dikes, sumps and collection systems shall be constructed of noncombustible
material, and the liquid -tight seal shall be compatible with the material stored. When liquid -tight sills or dikes are
provided, they are not required at perimeter openings having an open -grate trench across the opening that
connects to an approved collection system.
5004.2.2.2 Incompatible materials. Incompatible materials shall be separated from each other in independent
secondary containment systems:
1. Aliquid tight sump a'cccssi'hrle-Fvr�ismaI ''r"spicti' vivh iIrIrbe prwi'vcv,
2. The surnp shall be designed to remain notlessthan CG gallons (25O 1. - -
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Chapter 54
CORROSIVE MATERIALS
SECTION 5402 DEFINITION
5402.1 Definition. The following terms are defined in Chapter2:
CORROSIVE.
CORROSIVE LIQUIDS.
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EXPLOSIVES AND FIREWORKS
5601.1.3 Fireworks. The possession, manufacture, storage, sale, handling, and use of fireworks, including those
fireworks classified as Safe and Sane by the California State Fire Marshal, are prohibited.
Exceptions: The use of fireworks for firework displays as allowed in Section 5608.
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FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS
SECTION 5704 STORAGE
5704.2.7.5.80verfill prevention. An approved means or method in accordance with Section 5704.2.9.7.5 shall be
provided to prevent the overfill of all Class I, II and IIIA liquid storage tanks. Storage tanks in refineries, bulk plants
or terminals regulated by Sections 5706.4 or 5706.7 shall have overfill protection in accordance with API 2350.
Exception: Deleted Outside aboveground tanks with a capacity of 1320 gallons (5000 L) or less need only comply
with Section 5704.2.9.7.5 (item 1, Sub -item 1.1).
An approved means or method in accordance with Section 5704.2.9.7.5 shall be provided to prevent the overfilling
of Class IIIB liquid storage tanks connected to fuel -burning equipment inside buildings.
5704.2.7.5.9 Automatic filling of tanks. Systems that automatically fill flammable or combustible liquid tanks shall
be equipped with overfill protection, approved by the fire code official, that sends an alarm signal to a constantly
attended location and immediately stops the filling of the tank. The alarm signal and automatic shutoff shall be
tested on an annual basis and records of such testing shall be maintained on -site for a period of five (5) years.
5704.2.9.6.1 Locations where above -ground tanks are prohibited. The storage of Class I and II liquids in above-
ground tanks outside of buildings is prohibited are established as all locations of the city of Campbell, which are
residential or congested commercial areas as determined by the fire code official.
5706.2.4.4 Locations where above -ground tanks are prohibited. The storage of Class I and II liquids in above-
ground tanks is prohibited are established as all locations of the city of Campbell, which are residential or
congested commercial areas as determined by the fire code official.
5707.3.3 Site plan. " site i shall be develeped f eaGh i ti9R t wh„-h .,.,.,hiip- fueling eGGUFc. Thn
site plaR shall be in su4iGient detail to indieate; all buildiRgS, stFuGtures, lot lines, PFOpeFty lines and
aPPLIFtenance-S en Site and theiF use and fHRGtiGR; all uses adjaGent to the let lines of the site; fueling
regaFding slepe, natuFal drainage, GUFbiRg, iMPOURding and hew a spill will be kept on the site ;
.,rd +h S..-,i of the site plan. A site plan shall be developed for each location or area at which mobile fueling
occurs. The site plan shall be in sufficient detail to indicate the following:
1. All buildings and structures.
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2. Lot lines or property lines.
3. Electric car chargers.
4. Solar photovoltaic parking lot canopies.
5. Appurtenances on -site and their use or function.
6. All uses adjacent to the lot lines of the site.
7. Fueling locations.
8. Locations of all storm drain openings and adjacent waterways or wetlands.
9. Information regarding slope, natural drainage, curbing and impounding.
10. How a spill will be kept on the site property.
11. Scale of the site plan.
Chapter 58
GASES AND FLAMMABLE CRYOGENIC FLUIDS
SECTION 5809 MOBILE GASEOUS FUELING OF HYDROGEN -FUELED VEHICLES
5806.2 Limitations. The storage of flammable cryogenic fluids in stationary containers outside of buildings is
prohibited are established as all locations of the city of Campbell, which are residential or congested commercial
areas as determined by the fire code official.
5809.3.4 Site plan. For other than emergency roadside service, a site plan shall be developed for each location at
which mobile gaseous hydrogen fueling occurs. The site plan shall be in sufficient detail to indicate; all buildings,
structures, lot lines, property lines and appurtenances on site and their use and function, and the scale of the site
plan.
Chapter 60
HIGHLY TOXIC, TOXIC AND MODERATELY TOXIC MATERIALS
SECTION 6001 GENERAL
6001.1 Scope. The storage and use of highly toxic; toxic and moderately toxic materials shall comply with this
chapter. Compressed gases shall also comply with Chapter 53.
Exceptions:
1. Display and storage in Group M and storage in Group S occupancies complying with Section 5003.11.
2. Conditions involving pesticides or agricultural products as follows:
2.1. Application and release of pesticide, agricultural products and materials intended for use in weed
abatement, erosion control, soil amendment or similar applications when applied in accordance
with the manufacturer's instruction and label directions.
2.2. Transportation of pesticides in compliance with the Federal Hazardous Materials Transportation
Act and regulations there under. "
2.3. Storage in dwellings or private garages of pesticides registered by the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency to be utilized -in and around the home, garden, pool, spa and patio. .
SECTION 6004 HIGHLY TOXIC, TOXIC AND MODERATELY TOXIC COMPRESSED GASES
6004.1 General. The storage and use of highly toxic, toxic, and moderately toxic compressed gases shall comply
with this section.
6004.1.1 Special limitations for indoor storage and use by occupancy. The indoor storage and use of highly toxic,
toxic and moderately toxic compressed gases in certain occupancies shall be subject to the limitations contained in
Sections 6004.1.1.1 through 6004.1.1.3.
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6004.1.1.1 Group A, E, I or U occupancies. Highly toxic, toxic and moderately toxic compressed gases shall not be
stored or used within Group A, E, I or U occupancies.
Exception: Cylinders not exceeding 20 cubic feet (0.556m3 ) at normal temperature and pressure (NTP) are allowed
within gas cabinets or fume hoods.
6004.1.1.2 Group R occupancies. Highly toxic, toxic and moderately toxic compressed gases shall not be stored or
used in Group R occupancies.
6004.1.1.3 Offices, retail sales and classrooms. Highly toxic, toxic and moderately toxic compressed gases shall not
be stored or used in offices, retail sales or classroom portions of Group B, F, M or S occupancies.
Exception: In classrooms of Group B occupancies, cylinders with a capacity not exceeding 20 cubic feet (0.566 m3 )
at NTP are allowed in gas cabinets or fume hoods.
6004.2 Indoor storage and use. The indoor storage or use of highly toxic, toxic or moderately toxic compressed
gases shall be in accordance with Sections 6004.2.1 through 6004.2.4.
6004.2.1 Applicability. The applicability of regulations governing the indoor storage and use of highly toxic, toxic,
and moderately toxic compressed gases shall be as set forth in Sections 6004.2.1.1 through 6004.2.1.4.
6004.2.1.4 Quantities exceeding the minimum threshold quantities, but not exceeding the maximum allowable
per control area. The indoor storage or use of highly toxic, toxic and moderately toxic gases in amounts not
exceeding the minimum threshold quantities per control area set forth in Table 6004.2.1.4 but not exceeding
maximum allowable quantity per control area set forth in Table 5003.1.1(2) shall be in accordance with Sections
5001, 5003, 6001, and 6004.1 and 6004.4.
Minimum Threshold Quantities for Highly Toxic, Toxic and Moderately Toxic Gases for Indoor Storage and
Use
Highly Toxic
20
Toxic
405 cubic feet
Moderately Toxic
405 cubic feet
6004.4 General indoor requirements. The general requirements applicable to the indoor storage and use of highly
toxic, toxic and moderately toxic compressed gases shall be in accordance with Sections 6004.4 through
6004.4.8.2.
6004.4.1 Cylinder and tank location. Cylinders shall be located within gas cabinets, exhausted enclosures or gas
rooms. Portable and stationary tanks shall be located within gas rooms or exhausted enclosures.
Exceptions:
Where a gas detection system is provided in accordance with 6004.4.8
6004.4.2. Ventilated areas. The room or area in which gas cabinets or exhausted enclosures are located shall be
provided with exhaust ventilation. Gas cabinets or exhausted enclosures shall not be used as the sole means of
exhaust for any room or area.
6004.4.3. Piping and controls. In addition to the requirements of Section 5003.2.2, piping and controls on
stationary tanks, portable tanks, and cylinders shall comply with the following requirements:
1. Stationary tanks, portable tanks, and cylinders in use shall be provided with a means of excess flow
control on all tank and cylinder inlet or outlet connections.
Exceptions:
1. . Inlet connections designed to prevent backflow.
Pressure relief devices.
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6004.4.4 Gas rooms. Gas rooms shall comply with Section 5003.8.4 and both of the following requirements:
1. The exhaust ventilation from gas rooms shall be directed to an exhaust system.
2. Gas rooms shall be equipped with an approved automatic sprinkler system. Alternative fire -
extinguishing systems shall not be used.
6004.4.5 Treatment systems. The exhaust ventilation from gas cabinets, exhausted enclosures and gas rooms,
required in Section 6004.4.1 shall be directed to a treatment system. The treatment system shall be utilized to
handle the accidental release of gas and to process exhaust ventilation. The treatment system shall be designed in
accordance with Sections 6004.2.2.7.1 through 6004.2.2.7.5 and Chapter 5 of the California Mechanical Code.
Exceptions:
1. Highly toxic, toxic, and moderately toxic gases —storage. A treatment system is not required for
cylinders, containers and tanks in storage where all of the -following controls are provided:
1.1 Valve outlets are equipped with gas- tight outlet plugs or caps.
1.2 Hand wheel -operated valves have handles secured to prevent movement.
1.3 Approved containment vessels or containment systems are provided in accordance with Section
6004.2.2.3.
2. Highly toxic, toxic, and moderately toxic gases —use. Treatment systems are not required for highly
toxic, toxic, and moderately toxic gases supplied by stationary tanks, portable tanks, or cylinders where
a gas detection system complying with Section 6004.4.8 and listed or approved automatic -closing fail-
safe valves are provided. The gas detection system shall have a sensing interval not exceeding 5
minutes. Automatic -closing fail- safe valves shall be located immediately adjacent to cylinder valves
and shall close when gas is detected at the permissible exposure limit (PEL) by a gas sensor monitoring
the exhaust system at the point of discharge from the gas cabinet, exhausted enclosure, ventilated
enclosure or gas room.
6004.4.5.1. Design. Treatment systems shall be capable of diluting, adsorbing, absorbing, containing, neutralizing,
burning or otherwise processing the contents of the largest single vessel of compressed gas. Where a total
containment system is used, the system shall be designed to handle the maximum anticipated pressure of release
to the system when it reaches equilibrium.
6004.4.5.2. Performance. Treatment systems shall be designed to reduce the maximum allowable dis- charge
concentrations of the gas to one-half immediate by dangerous to life and health (IDLH) at the point of discharge to
the atmosphere. Where more than one gas is emitted to the treatment system, the treatment system shall be
designed to handle the worst -case release based on the release rate, the quantity and the IDLH for all compressed
gases stored or used.
6004.4.5.3. Sizing. Treatment systems shall be sized to process the maximum worst -case release of gas based on
the maximum flow rate of release from the largest vessel utilized. The entire contents of the largest compressed
gas vessel shall be considered.
6004.4.5.4 Stationary tanks. Stationary tanks shall be labeled with the maximum rate of release for the
compressed gas contained based on valves or fittings that are inserted directly into the tank. Where multiple
valves or fittings are provided, the maximum flow rate of release for valves or fittings with the highest flow rate
shall be indicated. Where liquefied compressed gases are in contact with valves or fittings, the liquid flow rate shall
be utilized for computation purposes. Flow rates indicated, on the label shall be converted to cubic feet per minute
(cfm/min) (m3/s) of gas at normal temperature and pressure (NTP).
6004.4.5.5 Portable tanks and cylinders. The maximum flow rate of release for portable tanks and cylinders shall
be calculated based on the total release from the cylinder or tank within the time specified in Table 6004.2.2.7.5.
Where portable tanks or cylinders are equipped with approved excess flow or reduced flow valves, the worst -case
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release shall be determined by the maximum achievable flow from the valve as determined by the valve
manufacturer or compressed gas supplier. Reduced flow and excess flow valves shall be permanently marked by
the valve manufacturer to indicate the maximum design flow rate. Such markings shall indicate the flow rate for air
under normal temperature and pressure.
6004.4.6. Emergency power. Emergency power shall be provided for the following systems in accordance with
Section 604:
1. Exhaust ventilation system.
2. Treatment system.
3. Gas detection system.
4. Smoke detection system.
6004.4.6.1. Fail-safe systems. Emergency power shall not be required for mechanical exhaust ventilation and
treatment systems where approved fail-safe systems are installed and designed to stop gas flow.
6004.4.7. Automatic fire detection system. An approved automatic fire detection system shall be installed in
rooms or areas where highly toxic, toxic, and moderately toxic compressed gases are stored or used. Activation of
the detection system shall sound a local alarm. The fire detection system shall comply with Section 907.
6004.4.8. Gas detection system. A gas detection system complying with Section 916 shall be provided to detect
the presence of gas at or below the PEL or ceiling limit of the gas for which detection is provided.
Exceptions:
1. A gas detection system is not required for toxic and moderately toxic gases when the physiological
warning threshold level for the gas is at a level below the accepted PEL for the gas.
2. A gas detection system is not required for highly toxic, toxic, and moderately toxic gases where
cylinders, portable tanks, and all non -continuously welded connects are within a gas cabinet or
exhausted enclosures.
6004.4.8.1. Alarms. The gas detection system shall initiate a local alarm and transmit a signal to an approved
location.
6004.4.8.2. Shut off of gas supply. The gas detection system shall automatically close the shut off valve at the
source on gas supply piping and tubing related to the system being monitored for whichever gas is detected.
Exception: Automatic shutdown is not required for highly toxic, toxic, and moderately toxic compressed gas
systems where all of the following controls are provided:
1. Constantly attended / supervised.
2. Provided with emergency shutoff valves that have ready access.
Chapter 61
LIQUIFIED PETROLEUM GASES
6104.2 Maximum capacity within established limits. The storage of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) is restricted are
established as all locations within the city of Campbell that are residential or congested commercial areas as
determined by the fire code official.
Exceptions: LPG may be used for industrial operations or when natural gas would not provide a viable substitute
for LPG. Portable containers for temporary heating and/or cooking uses may be permitted if stored and handled in
accordance with this code. Facilities in commercial areas for refueling portable or mobile LPG containers may be
approved by the fire code official on a case -by -case basis.
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Chapter 64
PYROPHORIC MATERIALS
6405.3.1 Silane distribution systems automatic shutdown. Silane distribution systems shall automatically shut
down at the source upon activation of the gas detection system at levels above the alarm level and/or failure of
the ventilation system for the silane distribution system.
Chapter 80
REFERENCED STANDARD
NFPA
855-20: Standard for the Installation of Stationary Energy Storage Systems
APPENDIX B
FiRE-FLOW REQUIREMENTS FOR BUILDINGS
SECTION B105 FiRE=FLOW REQUIRES FOR BUILDINGS
B105.2 Buildings other than one- and two-family dwellings, Group R-3 and R-4 buildings and townhouses. The
minimum fire flow and flow duration for buildings other than one- and two-family dwellings, Group R-3 and R-4
buildings and townhouses shall be as specified in Tables B105.1(2) and B105.2.
Exceptions: (SFM) Group B, S-2 and U occupancies having a floor area not exceeding 1,000 square
feet, primarily constructed of noncombustible exterior walls with wood or steel roof framing, having a
Class A roof assembly, with uses limited to the following or similar uses:
1. California State Parks buildings of an accessory nature (restrooms).
2. Safety roadside rest areas (SRRA), public restrooms.
3. Truck inspection facilities (T1F), CHP office space and vehicle inspection bays.
4. Sand/salt storage buildings, storage of sand and salt.
The maximum fire flow reduction for all commercial buildings greater than 30,000 square feet and residential
podium buildings shall not exceed 25 percent of the fire flow specified in Table B105.1(2). The maximum fire flow
reduction for all other buildings shall not exceed 50 percent of the fire flow specified in Table B105.1(2).
APPENDIX C
FIRE HYDRANT LOCATIONS AND DISTRIBUTION
SECTION C102 NUMBER OF FIRE HYDRANTS
C102.1 Minimum number of fire hydrants for a building. The number of fire hydrants available to a building shall
be not less than the minimum specified in Table C102.1, utilizing the base fire flow without fire sprinkler reduction.
SECTION C103 FIRE HYDRANTS SPACING
C103.1 Hydrant spacing. Fire apparatus access roads and public streets providing required access to
buildings in accordance with Section 503 of the California Fire Code shall be provided with one or more
fire hydrants, as determined by Section C102.1. Where more than one fire hydrant is required, the
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distance between required fire hydrants shall be in accordance with Sections C103.2 and C103.3, but in
no case shall the average spacing be more than 500 feet on center.
APPENDIX D
FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS ROADS
SECTION D103 MINIMUM SPECIFICATION
D103.2 Grade. The maximum grade of afire department apparatus access road shall not exceed 15-percent, unless
approved by the fire code official.
D103.3 Turning radius. The required turning radius of afire apparatus access roads shall be a minimum of 30 inside,
and a minimum of 50 outside.
D103.4 Dead ends. Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet (45 720 mm) shall be.provided with
width and turnaround provisions in accordance with Tdble D193.4 Figure D103.1, as approved by the fire code
official.
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TURNAROUNDS & TURNOUT
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COMPLY WITH PRC 4290
FIGURE D103.1 DEAD-END FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS ROAD TURNAROUND
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D103.6 Signs. "ere . .ed by the #Fe ,.ode effi4ab re .. . ,tus GLecess,..a, <h„-1 he ^rba.d ,.,:th
permanent *963 M„RWAIG FfR a 14AW"sib„s eemp44ng with Figure DIOR 64 here required by the Fire Code
Official, fire apparatus access roads shall be designated and marked as afire lane as set forth in Section 22500.1 of
the California Vehicle Code and the Santa Clara County Fire DepartmentA-6 Standard. Signs shall have a minimum
dimension of 12 inches (305 mm) wide by 18 inches (457 mm) high and have red letters on a white reflective
background. Signs shall be posted on one or both sides of the fire apparatus road as required by Section D103.6.1
or D103.6.2.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 2(Att. 5), 2-18-2014; Ord. No. 2215, § 2(Att. 4), 12-6-2016; Ord. No. 2255 , § 2(Att. 3), 12-3-2019)
Chapter 17.06 ABOVEGROUND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS STORAGE
1. GENERAL PROVISIONS
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faGility may be situated. Any other Gity, c;awnty, dmStFoGt 9F depaFtment, eF ageney of the state whiGh stores
any hazardous substance on an abovegFound steFage faeility Shall ebtain and I(eep euFFent a peFmit from
(Ord1962 § c (C..4. B)(parr)!0021
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"SiRole walled" meaRS constFuction with walls made of but one thmekness ef material. LaMiRated, ceated, OF
lad mate Haas shall be ridered as single walled.
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be by time
OS
the in deteFFAiRing whetheF GORtinued
also Feviewed the city eaeh
permit Fenewed.
and the suitability ef other iE)ng term
pFeveRtive rneasUFes which meet the intent ef this ehapter.
17.06.110 Out -of -service storage facilities.
(a) No storage facility shall be abandoned.
(b) Storage facilities which are temporarily out of service, and are intended to be returned to use, must continue
to be monitored and inspected.
(c) Any storage facility which is not being monitored and inspected in accordance with this chapter must be
closed or removed in a manner approved by the city in accordance with Section 17.06.400.
(d) Any person, firm or corporation having an interest, including a leasehold interest, in real property and having
reason to believe that an abandoned storage facility is located upon such property shall make a reasonable
effort to locate such storage facility within six months of the effective date of this chapter.
(e) Whenever an abandoned storage facility is located, a plan for the closing or removing or the upgrading and
permitting of such storage facility shall be filed within ninety days of its discovery. A closure plan shall
conform to the standards specified in Section 17.06.400.
(Ord. 1862 § 6 (Exh. B)(part), 1992).
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17.06.200 Short form HMMP-Minimal storage site.
(a) A facility shall qualify as a minimal storage site if the quantity of each hazardous material stored in one or
more storage facilities in an aggregate quantity for the facility is five hundred pounds or less for solids, fifty-
five gallons or less for liquids, or two hundred cubic feet or less at STP for compressed gases.
(b) The applicant for a permit for a facility which qualifies as a minimal storage site may opt to file the short
form hazardous materials management plan. Such plan shall include the following components:
(1) General application information;
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(2) A simple line drawing of the facility showing the location of the storage facilities and indicating the
hazard class or classes and physical state of the hazardous materials being stored and whether any of
the material is a waste;
(3) The short form HMMP shall also include a carcinogen identification form which shall indicate the
storage of any quantity of any carcinogen regulated under Title 8 of the California Code of Regulations,
Article 110, commencing with Section 5200, as amended. This provision will be satisfied by the
submittal to the city of a copy of the carcinogen registration form submitted to the California
Department of Industrial Relations in accordance with the above cited Article 110 of Title 8 of the
California Code of Regulations, as amended;
(4) Information describing how the hazardous materials will be stored in a suitable manner and will be
appropriately contained, separated and monitored;
(5) Description of emergency equipment to be maintained;
(6) Assurance that the disposal of any hazardous materials will be in an appropriate manner.
(Ord. 1862 § 6 (Exh. B)(part), 1992).
11111111 TO
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paFagFaph (1) OF (2) of this subse Gtion•
/
The hazardous mixti-we re-A-maining a hazardous
rnateFiai
(4) maximum ameunt of eaGh material Ew
disclosed in (1), (2) (3) thus is handled
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appFepFiate
subseetie—m are allow safety, and
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appimeant shall be deemed a Feal party in inteFest in any sueh aetion. Notiee ef a lawsuit to
attOFneys' fees, eosts and expenses iRGUFFed on any PFOeeeding related te this seGtiE)R, as well as
this seGtion, and who, knowing that diSGIE)SUFe of the infoFmatien is pFGhibited, iRteRtiE)R@IIy OF
Fecklessly disclosed the information On any manneF to any persen Ret entitled to reeeive it, OF
uses the iRfalrlmlatip-R fer his 9F heF ewn use or advantage, shall be guilty of a misderneaneF.
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(B) Test Results. WheneveF any test Fesults suggest a possible unaUthGFized dischaFge, and no
unauthorffized dmsc;haFge has been confirmed by otheF means, the permittee shall have five
waFking days to retest. If the Ser-A—Rd- test Fesults obtaffiRed within that peFiE)d eStabliSh that theFe
has been no unauthorized dwSGhaFge, the results of both tests shall be reGE)Fded iR the peFFRittee's
FnE)nftGFmng FeeeFds. if it has not been established within such period that theFe has been no
pFeeeed i aecardanGe yAth (a)(1)(C) of+his seetion
The permittee shall indemnify, hold harmless and defeRd the eity agaiRst any r r
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ehapter, or whenever any enfe—ree.m.e.pt effieeF haS Feasonable Gause to believe that theFe exists in any
peFfeFFn any duty imposed upeR aRy said Fespeetive agieers by law; provided, that if SuGh StFueture eF
...... rcunnstaRees. .1f. sueh entry is refused, the OffiCeF seeking entFy shall have reGE)uFse te
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17.06.330 Permit.
Any person, firm or corporation which stores any hazardous material shall obtain and keep current a
hazardous materials storage permit issued pursuant to this chapter. One such permit shall be issued for a single
facility. Additional appFevals shall be ebtained for any StGFage facility thereafteF C39RneGted, installed, Genstrue
repaired aS FequffiFed by Section 17.06.130, substantially modified, Felalaced, elesed, 9F removed, OF feF any Ghange
the peFmittee shall have thiFty days to apply feF aR additional appFE)val fE)F the steFing of a new eF diffeFent
hazaFdeus FnateFial with the same hazaFd Glass as stated eR the existing peFmit approvals wheFe suGh steFage does
(Ord. 1862 § 6 (Exh. B)(part), 1992).
WNIOWI
MAICTOr
WANFST-A-A-AIMMIL Mr.
97 nG 2Gn Approval of permit
A permit shall net be appFBVP-H- 'U'Atil *hP- i-S-l;'UiRg e#oeeF is satisfied that the StoFage appFeved adequat6y
. Rf,.FFnS to the provismensof this chapter.
(C)Fd 1962 f. G /Cvh Q1/r,ar+1 1992)
17 Or 2nn iss,, ,r,. of nnrrv,i+s
of aRy applic;able fee, the issue
deliver the te the applicant. Such
payment officer shall
shall Gentain the following infermatien�
and permit peF
c2T The address of- the facility fE)F WhiCh the peFmit
is issue;
appFeved hazard dass OF Ela S f,.r the StO
(4) The date thepermit is effective;
(5) The date of expirations
(6) WheR appncabl , a designation that theperFRit
(7) AaY spec;-;' tiees of the geFFnit.
e faeilit../r1•
i
iS pFa r=isional or -te ary;
/nra 1962 § 6 (Exh B)(p .rt)10071
17.06.400 Additional approvals.
(a) When a request for an additional approval is filed as required by Section 17.06.330, the procedures set forth
in this chapter for an application for a permit shall also apply to an application for an additional approval.
Each application for an additional approval shall be accompanied by an appropriate amendment to the
HMMP.
(b) If the additional approval request is for closure of a storage facility, the permittee shall apply for approval to
close such storage facility not less than thirty days prior to the termination of the storage of hazardous
materials at the storage facility. Such closure shall be in accordance with a closure plan which describes
procedures for terminating the storage of hazardous materials in each storage facility in a manner that:
(1) Minimizes the need for further maintenance;
(2) Controls to the extent that a threat to public health or safety or to the environment from residual
hazardous materials in the storage facility in minimized or eliminated; and
(3) Demonstrates that hazardous materials that were stored in the storage facility will be removed,
disposed of, neutralized, or reused in an appropriate manner. This thirty -day period may be waived by
the city if there are special circumstances requiring such waiver.
(Ord. 1862 § 6 (Exh. B)(part), 1992).
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if the off*eeF W WhOM apploGatieR has been made has cause te deny the applieatieR and deteFFRines that4
deny the apploGatieR.
(a) FFaUd, WilfUl misreffesentation, or any wilful, iRaGGUFate or false statement in applying feF a new -of
renewed n m;+,
(b) FFaud, wilful misFepresentation, eF aRy Wilful, inaGeurate eF false statement in any FepeFt Fequired--by
this ehapteF;
(G) Failure to abate, GOFFeGt or reGtify any noneempliance within the tome specified in the Retiee of
nenGemplianeeL,
hazardous mateFials within a rp;;-;An;;hlp time after RAtir-P fFem a gGveFAFflental entity etheF thaR the
re) Fig abide b+� d l tion d ti +� city;
T T rcrr��6Zavrvcv�crr�mTcu�crr-crccivrr�'-r"rrpv�ca�cnc cic�
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(a) A warning;
1 n�nP
Fnenths;
(e) ModifiGatioR ar additioR of Genditions of the puffl:r
limited te, the fellewing:
(I) The extent ef, aFFn OF ppetential ;arm caused by theyio;utienr
(i) The-Rature and pcerrsistenee of theme" e;utie;r
(3) The Iength of time ever whiGh then elatie„ ecGuFTed,
(n�_ThefrequeRGY e#past vielatiens;
(5)—Thepermittee's reserd ef FnaiRteRaRGe�
(6) Cerreetiveaetle^, °„�y, takeR by the peF„,ittee.
QV
the retie
TI'fG-Tiv1T
(()..J 1862 § G (C..h 13)(..-..t)10071
,
I
ON Mill NO I 1111
T:2pmLqmw M.
deGisioR lawfully made thereunder. All peFseRs handling,
processing and diSPOSing Of
/ using,
hazaFdeus materials within the city sheuld be and aFe advised to determine to theiF ewn satisfactieR the level ef
preteetieR/ iR to that Fequired by this /
Subject to the Immitatiens ef due IRetwithstanding any ether pFevisieR ef this Gede,
whenever the
words "shall"
er "must"
duty requiring the exeFdse ef judgment and Flisereflen
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"Controls" a means to regulate mate Fiats to p nt unauthorized .diseh-,Fges
"Equilibriumu
Fneans the state of a regulated material at which vapeF pressure has
rt;;holo;zpd and *5 RO lengeF rising er failing. The EVC value of a regulated material is determined by multiplying
VapeF ., ("VP") by 10'and diVidiRg by at.,- esphepie pFeSSUFe, as shown in the foliewing equatiew.
"Fire ssde° Fn s Title 17 of this eede.
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"Lethal c ntFation" ("LC so-") Fn s the .,- edi- n lethal r Rtr.;;fl..,, level, at Which fifty p Rt e
appFepFiate test animals die when expesed by iRhalatien f9F a sementifioally appFepFiate speeified time peFied.
n u u u
animals .din.d fE)IIE) WiRg inhalation expesuicez
"Lethal .dose median" I'll fl -54D-"1 means the .dGse at which fifty perGent of test animals die following exposure
"Material II II
MHP) means a RumeFie value used fC)F FaRldRg of ehemical substances (FnateFials)
deteFFniRed by dividing the equilibrium vapE)F eeneentFatien (EVC) of a at ti.venty five degFees Celsius by
the level ..f E)nc; ,rn for the Fnate Fi•,I as shown it the fell wing r, atio Ft
Yu m
"Person" means an individual, trust,.fmrm, jeffint steek eempany, eerperation, paFtneFship, asseGiatien eF ether
business entity, city, ceunty, diStFiGt, the state, any department or ageney thereaf, or the United States, te the
extent authorized by law.
"Respensible
persons"
the ,da., to .day a ra+ion of any fa Gilit„ suhiest +., this chapter
A n ch.,w,isal . ubst nGe that has a median lethal .d., e !I n of more tha., fifty milli.,Fams peF
orally to albine rats weighing between two hund—red and- thFee hundFed gFams Idlegram but not mere than five hURdFed Milliffams peF kilegFam of body weight wheR admiRisteFed
7YI�t-
6. A Ghernweal substance that has - s,sli-.., lethal s .,.,tFatien /I G 1 it affir
mere than two hue dr d
than twe k8F but than twenty liter
mist, fume eF dust, when
milligr-ams peF Ret MeFe Milliffams per
administeFed by GE)RtiRUeUS inhalatien fer one hour (eF less if death oeews
of
within ene hOUF) to albine
n
u
zed
induding
leaching, dUMPiRo BF dispesing a regulated mateFial
intO the eAVOPORmeRt, any sewer, Storm
drain, ditch,
stFeet
dFainage G@Ral, lake, Fiver OF tidal waterway,
strati
highway,
sidewalk,esGaping,
surface water, OFOURdwatep, land surface,
OF
ubsuFfa Ge or ambient aiF, excefW.
MAN.•_• •
"Regulated FnateFials," ineluding but not limited te gases, aFe these FnateF4s whieh Fneet the following
in a manner which is Gentrary to a prevision of this Ghapter or any otheF fedeFal eF state, eF lec;al
this .•h• pte
B. MHI GaiGulations for eaGh regulated rnateFial to be steFed, dispensed, used or handled at the faGility shall be
submitted to the fire rhlief as PaFt ef the eampliance plan. The fire Ghief may Fequire the submissien ofvny
addotional available aeute texiGity data te support the MHI value pFE)pesed fer each FnateFoal, unless known
by the fiFe department.
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dispensed,B. A clesure plan, and a GlesuFe plaR Feview fee as set by the sGhedule of fees as adopted by the couneil shall be
submitted by a FespeRsible peFSGR te the fire ehief at least thiFty days PFiE)F tO faGility closure. The GIGSUFe
plan shall demonstrate te t ' he satisfiGation ef the fiFe Ghief that Fegulated m.ate—ria-I.S; l.A.,hir---h aFe or have been
handled or used On the facility will be tFaRSPOFted, dispesed of OF Fewsed on a manner
publie health and safety. The fiFe ehief may waive all eF part ef the thirty day peFied upen a
finding of geed Gause.
mateFiak shall cause suGh taRks and pipiRg systerns to be seisrAiGally braced iR ac;GordaRce with the pFevisieRs 9
the i iRif. .., BuildingCode Title 14 f this d
, rfcrc sv�rri c"mae.
IWrAmhrfjmkj--U!
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wrM
M.
MINOR
• 1
• 1
V
Responsible peFSons hall the v. plugs and Gaps of regulated FnateFials to be in plaee at all
timer u nlnrr and until the mat., ri I it nrl. placed into ust-
jp.T7.Tz.p". C
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A. E)(Gept as provided OR subseetioR B of this sectioR, material which would E)theFwise be Fegulated is exempt
frGFn ulation .,fl„r this e-h- pier if•
DOT Peican A �43--.
B. Notw*thstandiRg the exemptien in subseetwOR A, above, Re amouRt of Class 1 regulated FnateFoals is exempt
from the pmvi-sffien-s for u evi tiRg n and "fire u
chapter. fouRd in Part 2 of this
InrII„Jpr Glass I Class« II and Class
Thr„shel.d QuaR+i+., and Exempt
GentFels
III Minimum
nmeun+
Class 11 Glass II rl-,rr III Minimum
Quantity and Exempt Arne- 11n+
Thrnchelrl
r.,n+r.,lS
Class M4 Inrlildpr, rl-,rs III Minimilm Thrprhpld
-and Exempt flmoun+r„n+rGIr
Quantity
B. Manually, fFGFA . ntn IaGations•
C. Cailw of .,
1). SeisFniG
five
ef heFizental semiseidal esGillation havi-- -
activity, upon a
seismiG event
within seeeRds
II,, I t'.,.. f 0.15g
(— C /
n.J
fl
of n 4 � n.dr
a.,
FcmYacccTciuciorror--C
E. Failure
x.�i i i7
-.1-.rFn
�cc and a
;
of pFoFnaFy containment;
F. nntiyat;OR of manual Fire
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'
80 of the Uniform Fire Code and a
red by the Fire r•hinf
iRG!Ud'Rg but
r as
net limited to the tG the
building, the in the building
r
eRtFy
aFea wheFe Fegulatedused,
C. Manually cet#vated shut fF valves shall he "fail ramFe te CIv
(QFd 1800 (paFt)1999)
9 7 A7 G1 C EmeFge nr;y poweF
scdesign"
A. Exhaust ventilation, including r
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(nra 1800 (part) 1990).
Pipingr'aiTcofittings-
A.
the mateFial to
be eentained. They shall have stFength and te the
GIUFability su4meient withstand
pressure,with
B. Expansion ehambeFS
•
shall be between on
pFovided valves wheneveF appFepFwate acc;ordanee with nationally
valves and
te the
(Ord 1800 (r.art)1990)
1 rt7 79 n Signage.
and ac;cemmedate expaRsion of regulated mateFials.
A. Stationary abovegrouRd tanks shall be plaeaFded with hazaFd identification sigRs as specified in the URifBFFn
nreEed^, StaraaFd n79 3,fmrzthe rr eeffifie martcnial'Svitartine
a.
B. Signs prohibiting smeking shall be posted in OREIBEW steFage, use and handling aFeas and within twenty five
feet of o utdeeF storage use and handling
E. Signs shall Ret be absG Fed . ed
.
E. Sips shall be durable
fir...•hief to be a r.li.-ahle to the regulated material.
(nrd 1800 (part) oon)
17 A7 77 C Inert gas purge
cyder
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Chapter 17.07 - REQUIREMENTS FOR FACILITIES WHERE MATERIALS WHICH ARE OR WHICH MAY BECOME TOXIC
GASES ARE FOUND
VIII. MINIMUM THRESHOLD QUANTITY CONTROLS
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Gy! on d e rs -5 30
DAY+-ll,I/1 T;+Pk- 40 -2-49
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/ fedeFal OF state statute, /
FUln n elation FelatiRg to hai!aFd9US rAatnrials; .+
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nAuternatiG ne eak n
u n
Fneans any one, OF combination of-, undeFORAIRd stE)Fage tanks used by a single business entity at a
single I..ratin or site,
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All tank integFity tests FequiFed by thiS Ghapter shall be pFefeFmed enly by, OF under the direct and peFrARR,
Gf-, a tank testeF with a GUrFently valid tank testing liGeRse issued PUFSUant te Health and Safety Gede
Sectien 25294n
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(1) Primary Gonta+rrneRt shall
SeeeRdary
be product tight,
be te weakening as a result of
(2) containment shall
GenstruGted prevent stFuctural
hazardous be of storing the hazardeus
aRy released
and alse shall capable
hazardeus teF;- .
r
in the iRstallation
the Gentainment shall be
(3) ease ef aR
with ORe primary eentaineF, seGeRdaFy
in the facility
the seGendary c;ontaffiner shall
(4) case ef a sterage
with multiple pFiFn@Fy eentainers,
in it, ten
the on the
placed or peFeent
str,ra.,e fa Gil;t.r �. rhiGheyer
r
ef aggFegate velume of all pFiM@Fy eeRtaiRers
is rt eateF r
hundred year str.Fm h;ster..
Single do
r
fulfill the FequiFement ef an undeFgFouRd steFage tank
walled Gentainers
net previding
-entamneF
deuble be deemed te have met the
GenStFUcted
with a Gemplete shell shall
limited te, and
inGluding,but
materials,(6)
net cencrete, steel
leak detectien system with alarm is
plastier
located in the betweeR
r and a continueus
the the is ef detecting the eRtFY-Gf
spaee
shells; systern capable
and the system is eapable R
.detecting .rater intrusion ;r,te
space;
the r e fr.,M the outer she l•
(6) The WAGIeFgFOURGI StOFage tank shall be provided with equipment to pFevent spills and GveFfIGWS fFern
the . tanIq
r
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adiaer.nt to an un.d FgFeu Rd tank system -.nrl ..,hiGh is appr.yed by the city;
ageney specified by the city, shall appreve the lecatien and number i the depth ef wells,
and
the S@Fnplwng Frequene.. puirsuant W these r ulatiens.
(3) ShGUId aRy testing FepGFts indiGate any failure, the reports shall be immediately feFwaFded te th-e
C41
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investigative aetwens, whieh vAll be needed- te clean up the unautherized release and abate the effects of the
release, and a time ehedule f9 implementing the etie
fGF the p ed of time the rit y r rl�
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Apr.yal of peFn;i+
A peFFnit shall Ret be appFeved until the issuiRg 94meer is s@tmsfied that the sterage appreved adequately
..nf„Frns t„ the pFevisiaRs of this chapteF
/nr,d 1862 § 4 (EXh G)(p .rt1 !002)
77 no 2An issu Knee of peFR itS
(a) IssuanGe. Upon the approval of a prA-,.,m-,;iA-.n;-il A-F full teffn peffnit by the e#oeeF and upon the payment ef aw '
apploeable fee, the A-ffmr---P-.r Shall issue and deliver the peFMit tG the appliGant. Sweh peFFnit shall c;eRtain t4e
(2) The address of thic far.-oky feF whReh the permit is issued,
(3) AutheFizatien ef the stoFage facility(s) approved under the permit, the peFMit quaRtity limit(s) and the
appFeved hai!aF.d elass a .,rises f„r the sterage fadlity(s);
i
(4) The date the peFFnit isenfest+ue;
(6)—The date of expiration;
(6) When applrsable, a designation that the permit is prov;sie„al sitemporary;
(7) ARy speGial conditions of the permit.
/nr,d 19G2 § Q (Exh C)(p .rt)1992)
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The decision to deny the appliGation shall be given to the applicant, in wFiting, setting forth the findings upon
whieh the deGiSieR us based-.
A peRnit may be subject to Fernedial action fGF any of the following causes, aFiSiRg fFGFn the aGtS OF
of the p ..mitt.,., , eitheF h„f. Fe O afteF a .nit iSissued,
(a) FFaud, wilful FniffelaFesentation, or any wilful, inaGGUFate OF false statement in applying for a new -of
Fenewed ,
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(b) Fraud, wilful rnisFepFeseRtatffiE)R, er aRy WiAll, gRaGGurate oF false stateffle.nt in -any FepoFt required -by
this Ghapter;
(e) Fame to abide by the Femedi l aGtion imposedthe Gity;
37 AO 500 Rpmp li-+I UtinR
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The suspension, Fevaeation OF e)EpmFatmE)R ef a peFFnit issued URdeF this c-hapteF shall Rot pFevent any
PFOceedings to investigate suGh permit, any remedial aGtion against sueh permittee or any prec-eediRg agaiRst sueh
-rmitt --
in any hearing URdeF this ehapteF, all paFties invelved shall have the Fight te effeF testimenial, documentafy
witness against them. ARY heaFiRg URdeF thiS GhapteF may be GeAtiRued by the peFsen Genduaing the heaping f9F a
Ohle time fee the GeRvenienee „f a ..a.r., of a .,wtne&,r.
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The degree
by this is for The
of protection required
forth hereiR
chapter GORSideFed reasORable regulatory puFpases.
this does imply that that
standards set aFe minimal
there be discharge
standards and ehapter net complianGe will eRSUre
hazardous This liability the
will RE) URautherized
the
of material. chapteF shall not GFeate on part 0
theFeE)f fE)F damages that 40M this
city, aRy offiGeF oF employee
any Fesult Felianee OR chapteF oF any
hazardeus the
be tE) deteFFAIffiRe tA- theloir the level
matepials within city
on to that
should and aFe advised Sati-41-ar-A-lie-In. of
by this deSiFable to that theFe is
proteGtmon, addition required
unautherozed rdirrhaFge of hazardous
chapteF, necessmy 9F eRSUFe no
materials
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GaFe shall be exereused to ensure that the installatien shall not inteFfeFe in any way vAtlh. thee
eperating GharaGteFistmes ef the detee-te-F. When activated, the deteGtor shall pFqvide an audible
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it holder fer any building er dwelliRg URit. The permit holder shall unsure that a eq
aR eeeupant takes pessessien Aftpr thp eeeupaRt has take.. it shall be the duty of oGGupant
tO FegulaFly test all smelke deteetei:(s) OR the unit and the eec-upant shall Retify the permit holder
immediately in writing of any problem, defect, malfunction or failure of any sueh smeke deteeteF(s).
Upon such netifiGation by the OGGUpant that a smake deteGtoF in the FesideRtial unit is not iR pFepeF
working order, the peFmit heldeF shall have such smoke deteGter(s) repaired E)F FeplaGed WffithiA SeVeR
days,
(Ord. 1346 § 1(part), 1981).
Chapter 17.54 WEED ABATEMENT
17.54.010 Weeds as public nuisance.
(a) No owner, agent, lessee or other person occupying or having charge or control of any building, lot or
premises within the city shall permit weeds to remain upon the premises, or public sidewalks, or streets, or
alleys between the premises and the centerline of any public street or alley.
(b) "Weeds," as used in this chapter, means all weeds growing upon streets, alleys, sidewalks or private property
in the city and includes any of the following:
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(1) Weeds which bear or may bear seeds of a downy or wingy nature;
(2) Weeds and indigenous grasses which may attain such large growth as to become, when dry, a fire
menace to adjacent improved property;
(3) Weeds which are otherwise noxious or dangerous;
(4) Poison oak and poison ivy when the conditions of growth are such as to constitute a menace to the
public health;
(5) Accumulations of garden refuse, cuttings and other combustible trash.
(c) Every property owner shall remove or destroy such weeds from his property and in the abutting half of any
street or alley between the lot lines as extended.
(Ord. 888 § I(part), 1973).
17.54.020 Resolution declaring nuisance.
Whenever any such weeds are growing upon any private property or properties or in any street or alley
within the city, the council shall pass a resolution declaring the same to be a public nuisance and order the fire
chief to give notice of the passage of such resolution as herein provided, stating therein that, unless such nuisance
is abated without delay by the destruction or removal of such weeds, the work of abating such nuisance will be
done by the city authorities and the expense thereof assessed upon the lots and lands from which and/or in the
front and rear of which, such weeds shall have been destroyed or removed. Such resolution shall fix the time and
place for hearing any objections to the proposed destruction or removal of such weeds.
(Ord. 888 § 1(part), 1973).
17.54.030 Form of notice.
The notice provided for in Section 17.54.020 shall be substantially in the following form:
"NOTICE TO DESTROY WEEDS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on , 19� pursuant to the provisions of Section of the
Campbell Municipal Code, the City Council passed a resolution declaring that all weeds growing upon any private
property or in any public street or alley, as defined in Section of the Campbell Municipal Code, constitute
a public nuisance, which nuisance must be abated by the destruction or removal thereof.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that property owners shall without delay remove all such weeds from their
property, and the abutting half of the street in front and alleys, if any, behind such property, and between the lot
lines thereof as extended, or such weeds will be destroyed or removed and such nuisance abated by the City
authorities, in which case the cost of such destruction or removal will be assessed upon the lots and lands from
which, or from the front or rear of which, such weeds shall have been destroyed or removed; and such cost will
constitute a lien upon such lots or lands until paid, and will be collected upon the next tax roll upon which general
municipal taxes are collected. All property owners having any objections to the proposed destruction or removal of
such weeds are hereby notified to attend a meeting of said City, to be held in the Council Chambers of the City
Hall, City of Campbell, on 19__, at _ o'clock P.M., when and where their objections will be heard and
given due consideration.
Date 119.
Fire Chief'
City of Campbell
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(Ord. 888 § 1(part), 1973).
17.54.040 Bearing.
At the time stated in the notice, the council shall hear and consider any and all objections to the proposed
destruction or removal of such weeds and may continue the hearing from time to time. The council, by motion or
resolution, shall allow or overrule any and all objections, if any, after which the council shall thereupon be deemed
to have acquired jurisdiction to proceed and perform the work of destruction and removal of such weeds.
(Ord. 888 § 1(part), 1973).
17.54.050 Order to abate nuisance.
The council shall by resolution order the fire chief to abate such nuisance, or cause the same to be abated, by
having the weeds referred to destroyed or removed by cutting, discing, chemical spraying or any other method as
may be determined by the city council; and the fire chief and his deputies, assistants, contracting agents or other
representatives are expressly authorized to enter upon private property for that purpose. Any property owner
shall have the right to destroy or remove such weeds himself or have the same destroyed or removed at his own
expense, provided that such weeds shall have been removed prior to the arrival of the fire chief or his authorized
representatives to remove them.
(Ord. 888 § 1(part), 1973).
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17.54.060 Account and report of cost.
The fire chief shall keep an account of the cost of abating such nuisance and embody such account in a
report and assessment list to the city council which shall be filed with the city clerk. Such report shall refer to each
separate lot or parcel of land by description sufficient to identify such lot or parcel, together with the expense
proposed to be assessed against each separate lot or parcel of land.
(Ord. 888 § 1(part), 1973).
17.54.070 Notice of report.
The city clerk shall post a copy of such report and assessment list on the bulletin board in the main lobby of
the City Hall, and on the bulletin board of the Headquarters Station of the Campbell fire department, together with
a notice of the filing thereof and of the time and place when and where it will be submitted to the city council for
hearing and confirmation, notifying property owners that they may appear at such time and place and object to
any matter contained therein. A like notice shall also be published twice in a newspaper of general circulation,
published and circulated within the city. The posting and first publication of the notice shall be made and
completed at least ten days before the time such report has been submitted to the city council. Such notice, as so
posted and published, shall be substantially in the following form:
"NOTICE OF HEARING ON REPORT AND
ASSESSMENT FOR WEED ABATEMENT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on , 19___, the Fire Chief of the City of Campbell filed with the City
Clerk of said City a report and assessment on abatement of weeds within said City, copies of which are posted on
the bulletin board in the main lobby of the City Hall, and on the bulletin board of the Headquarters Station of the
Campbell Fire Department.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that on 19___, at the hour of seven -thirty o'clock P.M., in the Council
Chambers of said City, said report and assessment list will be presented to the City Council of said City for
consideration and confirmation, and that any and all persons interested, having any objections to said report and
assessment list, or to any matter or thing contained therein, may appear at said time and place and be heard.
Dated this day of. 19
City Clerk of the City of Campbell
(Ord. 888 § 1(part), 1973).
17.54.080 Hearing and confirmation.
(a) At the time and place fixed for receiving and considering such report, the city council shall hear the same,
together with any objections which may be raised by any of the property owners liable to be assessed for the
work of abating such nuisance; and the fire chief shall attend such meeting with his record thereof; and,
upon such hearing, the council may make such modifications in the proposed assessments therefor as it may
deem necessary, after which such report and assessment list shall be confirmed by resolution.
(b) The amount of the cost of abating such nuisance upon, or in the front or rear of, the various lots or parcels of
land respectively referred to in such report, shall constitute special assessments against such respective lots
or parcels of land; and, after thus made and confirmed, shall constitute a lien on such property for the
amount of such assessments until paid.
(Ord. 888 § 1 (part), 1973).
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Chapter 17.70 PENALTY
17.70.010 Penalty.
(a) It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to violate any provision, or fail to comply with any
mandatory requirement of this title. Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b) of this section, any entity
violating any provision, or failing to comply with any mandatory requirement of this title is guilty of an
infraction, and upon conviction shall be punished by a fine of not more than one hundred dollars.
(b) Notwithstanding any provision to the contrary, any person, firm or corporation committing any act made
unlawful pursuant to subsection (a) of this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction shall
be punished by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars and/or imprisonment of not more than six
months, if any of the following circumstances exists:
(1) The violation was committed wilfully or with knowledge of its illegality;
(2) The violator does not cease or otherwise abate the violation after receiving notice of such violation;
(3) The violator has previously been convicted of violating the same provision of this title within two years
of the currently charged violation;
(4) The provision violated specifies that such violation shall be a misdemeanor; or
(5) The provision violated is part of Article 3 of the Uniform Fire Code, as incorporated into this title.
(c) Each person, firm or corporation violating any provision, or failing to comply with the mandatory
requirements of this title shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day during any
portion of which any violation of any provision of this title is committed, continued, or permitted by such
person, firm or corporation, and shall be punishable as provided in this section.
(Ord. 1693 § 10, 1988).
Chapter 17.80 APPEALS3
17.80.010 Appeals.
Whenever the chief disapproves suitability of alternate materials or methods of construction, disapproves a
permit applied for, or when it is claimed that the provisions of this code do not apply or that the true intent has
been misconstrued or wrongly interpreted, the owner or responsible person receiving such notice of disapproval
or noncompliance with this code may appeal the decision of th chief to the board of appeals within ten days of
such notice, in accordance with Chapter 2.37 of this code.
Nothing in this chapter shall preclude or prevent the fire chief or his authorized representative from
immediately and without notice ordering an operation or use stopped or the evacuation of any premises, building
or vehicle or portion thereof, or the abatement of any activity or condition which has or is a fire, public health or
safety hazard, if in the opinion of the chief or his authorized representative such condition must be remedied,
removed, corrected or altered forthwith and without such notice in order that the public health and safety be
protected. In this event, the owner or responsible person shall have the right to appeal the action taken within ten
days of receiving notice of such action, in accordance with Chapter 2.37 of this code.
(Ord. 1862 § 12, 1992).
3* Prior ordinance history: Ord. 1748.
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18.02 CALIFORNIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
18.02.010 Adoption of the California Administrative Code.
The city council adopts the California Administrative Code 2019 2022 edition, California Code of Regulations
Title 24 Part 1, to establish administrative standards for the proper enforcement of the California Building Codes.
( Ord. No. 2255 , § 3(Att. 4), 12-3-2019)
Chapter 18.04 BUILDING CODE
18.04.010 Adoption of the International Building Code.
The city council adopts an International Building Code for the regulation of construction, alteration,
renovating and remodeling of buildings and structures, the issuance of permits therefore and enforcement thereof
which Building Code is as follows: All of the provisions of the International Building Code of2019 2021 Volumes 1
and 2 of the International Code Council, as amended in 2019 2022 by the State of California in the State Building
Standard Regulations (Title 24), hereinafter termed the "California Building Code," and each and all of the
regulations, appendices, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of such California Building Code (one copy of
which code has been filed for use and examination by the public in the office of the City QeFk building official) are
referred to and are adopted and made a part hereof, the same as if fully set forth in this chapter, and are adopted
as sections of this chapter bearing the same numerical sections, designations, titles as appear in the California
Building Code except as excepted, modified or amended in this chapter.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014; Ord. No. 2215, § 3(Att. 5), 12-6-2016; Ord. No. 2255 , § 3(Att. 4), 12-3-2019)
18.04.020 Portions not adopted.
The following chapters, parts or provisions of the California Building Code are not adopted: Appendices A, B,
C,D,E,G,H,K,L,and M.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014)
18.04.030 Portions modified.
The following sections are either enacted in modification of the California Building Code, adopted by
reference or are added in place of those sections, parts and/or provisions of the California Building Code which
have not been adopted:
(a) (1) An additional sentence is added to Chapter 1, Division II, Administration Section 114.4, to read: "For
penalty clause, see Section 10.50.010 of the Campbell Municipal Code."
(2) An additional sentence is added to Chapter 1, Division II, Administration Section 110.6 to read:
"Approvals of the Building Division are granted to allow work to proceed and are not necessarily
for code compliance. See Section 104.11."
(b) Chapter 1, ADMINISTRATION, Section 109.6 Refunds. Shall be replaced with the following text:
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"The building official may authorize refunding of any fee paid hereunder which was erroneously paid or
collected.
The building official may authorize refunding of not more than 80 percent of the permit fee paid when
no work has been done under a permit issued in accordance with 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 permit holder not later than 180 days after the date of fee payment."
(c) Section 1905.1.7, ACI 318 Section 14.1.4 shall be replaced with the following:
14.1.4 - Plain concrete in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category C, D, E or F.
14.1.4.1- Structures assigned to Seismic Design Category C, D, E or F shall not have elements of
structural plain concrete, except as follows:
(a) Left intentionally blank.
(b) Isolated footings of plain concrete supporting pedestals or columns are permitted,
provided the projection of the footing beyond the face of the supported member does
not exceed the footing thickness.
(c) Plain concrete footing supporting walls are permitted, provided the footings have at
least two continuous longitudinal reinforcing bars. Bars shall not be smaller than No. 4
and shall have a total area of not less than 0.002 times the gross cross -sectional area of
the -footing. A minimum of one bar shall be provided at the top and bottom of the
footing. Continuity of reinforcement shall be provided at corners and intersections.
RATIONALE:
The proposed amendment addresses the problem of poor performance of plain concrete or under -
reinforced concrete footings during a seismic event. This amendment reflects the recommendations by
the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEACSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task
Force that investigated the poor performance of plain and under -reinforced concrete footing observed
in the 1994 Northridge earthquake.
(d) Section 1705.3 Concrete Construction. Shall be modified to read:
1705.3 Concrete construction. The special inspections and verifications for concrete construction shall
be as required by this section and Table 1705.3
Exception: Special inspections shall not be required for:
1. Isolated spread concrete footings of buildings three stories or less above grade plane
that are fully supported on earth or rock, where the structural design of the footing is
based on a specific compressive strength, f"c, no. greater than 2,500 pounds per square
inch (psi) (17.2 Mpa).
RATIONALE:
Results from studies after the 1994 Northridge earthquake indicated that a lot of the damages were
attributed to lack of quality control during construction. The proposed amendment improves quality
control during construction and therefore needs to be incorporated into the Code. Revise CBC Section
1705.3 exception No.1 to allow special inspection not to be required for isolated spread footing where
the structural design of the footing is based on a specified compressive strength, f'c, no greater than
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2,500 psi. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during a previous
code adoption cycle.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014; Ord. No. 2215, § 3(Att. 5), 12-6-2016; Ord. No. 2255 , § 3(Att. 4), 12-3-2019)
18.04.035 Construction debris.
Every building permit application shall contain the following notice:
"NOTICE: Pursuant to Chapter 11.32 of the Campbell Municipal Code, any dirt or debris generated at a
construction site that is allowed to remain on a public right of way for more than twelve (12) hours may be
removed by the City AT THE EXPENSE OF THE APPLICANT FOR THIS BUILDING PERMIT. FAILURE TO PAY THE
EXPENSE WILL RESULT IN SUSPENSION OF FURTHER BUILDING INSPECTIONS."
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014)
18.04.040 Reserved.
Editor's note(s)—Ord. No. 2251, § 3, adopted Oct. 15, 2019, repealed § 18.04.040, which pertained to camp cars
and/or trailers and derived from Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), adopted Feb. 18, 2014.
18.04.045 Fee schedule.
Chapter 1 ADMINISTRATION, Section 109 FEES, subsection 109.2 Schedule of permit fees, shall be amended
to read: "The City Council shall establish all fees by Resolution."
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014)
18.04.046 Exemption from fees.
(a) Owners of single-family dwellings and accessory buildings that conform to the permitted uses in an R-1
zoning district, regardless of the current zoning of the property, which is their principal place of residence,
are exempt from building permit fees for reconstruction of a building which was damaged or destroyed by
earthquake, fire, flood or other causes over which the owner had no control; provided that compliance with
any building code or other ordinance requirement of the city or any other applicable law shall not be
deemed a cause over which the owner has not control; and further provided there are no additional square
feet of floor area added.
(b) Capital improvement projects involving city owned property requiring building permits and city council
approval shall be exempt from building permit fees.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014)
18.04.052 Hours of construction —Time and noise limitations.
Construction activity shall be limited to the hours of eight a.m. and five p.m. daily, Monday through Friday.
Saturday hours of construction shall be nine a.m. and four p.m. There shall be no construction activity on Sundays
or Public holidays, as defined by Title 5 U.S. Code § 6103(a).
No loud environmentally disruptive noise over fifty dbs., such as air compressors without mufflers,
continuously running motors or generators, loud playing musical instruments or radios will be allowed during the
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authorized hours of construction, Monday through Saturday, where such noise may be a nuisance to adjacent
residential neighbors. Such nuisances shall be discontinued.
Exception.
(a) Construction activity is permitted for homeowner permits, when the work is being performed by only
the owner of the property, provided no construction activity or loud noises are conducted prior to six
a.m. or after seven p.m., Monday through Saturday, and prior to eight a.m. or after six p.m. on Sundays
or National Holidays.
(b) Where emergency conditions exist, as determined by the building official, construction activity or
construction noise may be permitted at any hour or day of the week. Such emergencies shall be
completed as rapidly as possible to prevent any disruption to the residential neighborhood.
(c) When the building official determines that construction activity and/or construction noises will not be
detrimental to the adjacent neighbors, an exception to the time of work activity may be granted to the
general contractor who shall be responsible for controlling the site for loud disruptive noises as
described above. Hours of operation shall be determined by the building official on a case -by -case
basis.
If the building official determines that construction activity and/or construction noises, as described
herein above, allowed by exception, are unreasonably interfering in the reasonable use and enjoyment
of adjacent properties, the building official shall notify the general contractor or owner in writing that
the exception has been voided and canceled and the construction time and noise conditions as
described in Section 18.04.052 shall apply immediately and the general contractor or owner shall be
subject to the penalty(ies) as provided for in this code.
(d) (1) Construction activity, under contracts awarded by the city for public improvements, shall be allowed
during the working hours specified by the city engineer, as described in the construction project
contract documents. Such working hours shall be designed to prevent unnecessary hazard or
inconvenience to members of the public. In establishing such working hours, the city engineer may
consider:
(A) The impact of the work on vehicular and pedestrian traffic;
(B) The proximity of the work to residential neighborhoods, schools, hospitals and libraries;
and
(C) Other factors relating to the public safety, health and welfare.
(2) Deviation from the working hours specified in the contract documents shall be deemed a
violation of a mandatory provision of the code.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014; Ord. No. 2255 , § 3(Att. 4), 12-3-2019)
18.04.060 Small Residential Rooftop Photo -Voltaic Energy Systems Review Process.
A. The following words and phrases as used in this section are defined as follows:
"Electronic submittal" means the utilization of one or more of the following:
1. e-n+" MGO (My Government Online) —web based electronic permit software
2. the Internet
Sic
"Small residential rooftop solar energy systems" means all of the following:
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1. A solar energy system that is no larger than ten kilowatts alternating current nameplate rating or thirty
kilowatts thermal.
2. A solar energy system that conforms to all applicable state fire, structural, electrical, and other building
codes as adopted or amended by the City and paragraph (iii) of subdivision (c) of Section 714 of the
Civil Code, as such section or subdivision may be amended, renumbered, or redesignated from time to
time.
3. A solar energy system that is installed on a single or duplex family dwelling.
4. A solar panel or module array that does not exceed the maximum legal building height as defined by
the authority having jurisdiction.
"Solar energy system" has the same meaning set forth in paragraphs (1) and (2) of subdivision (a) of Section
801.5 of the Civil Code, as such section or subdivision may be amended, renumbered, or redesignated from time to
time.
Section 65850.5 of the California Government Code provides that in developing an expedited permitting
process for small residential rooftop solar energy systems, the City shall adopt a checklist of all requirements
with which small rooftop solar energy systems shall comply to be eligible for expedited review. The building
official is hereby authorized and directed to develop and adopt such checklist.
The Checklist shall be published on the city's internet website. The applicant may submit the permit
application and associated documentation to the City's building division by peFsenal, mailed, or through
electronic submittal into MGO, the electronic signature of the applicant on all forms, applications and other
documentation may be used in lieu of a wet signature, unless the City specifies in writing the reasons for its
inability to accept electronic signatures.
D. Prior to submitting an application, the applicant shall:
1. Verify to the applicant's reasonable satisfaction through the use of standard engineering evaluation
techniques that the support structure for the small residential rooftop solar energy system is stable
and adequate to transfer all wined, seismic, and dead and live loads associated with the system to the
building foundation; and
At the applicant's cost, verify to the applicant's reasonable satisfaction using standard electrical
inspection techniques that the existing electrical system including existing line, load, ground and
bonding wiring as well as main panel and subpanel sizes are adequately sized, based on the existing
electrical system's current use, to carry all new photo -voltaic electrical loads
For a small residential rooftop solar energy system eligible for expedited review, only one inspection shall be
required, which shall be done in a timely manner by a deputy of the building official and may inelu '^
safety i..5PeGti9R en behalf ^f the fire authe w. If a small residential rooftop solar energy system fails
inspection, a subsequent inspection is authorized; however the subsequent inspection need not conform to
the requirements of this subsection.
An application that satisfies the information requirements in the checklist, as determined by the building
official, shall be deemed complete. Upon receipt of an incomplete application, the building official shall issue
a written correction notice detailing all deficiencies in the application and any additional information
required to be eligible for expedited permit issuance.
G. Upon confirmation by the building official of the application and supporting documentation being complete
and meeting the requirements of the checklist, the building official shall administratively approve the
application and issue all required permits or authorizations. Such approval does not authorize an applicant to
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connect the small residential rooftop energy system to the local utility provider's electricity grid. The
applicant is responsible for obtaining such approval or permission from the local utility provider.
(Ord. No. 2193, § 1, 10-20-2015)
Chapter 18.08 PLUMBING CODE
18.08.010 Adoption of the Uniform Plumbing Code.
The city council adopts the Uniform Plumbing Code for the regulation of installation of plumbing fixtures and
appliances, gas fixtures and appliances and to provide for the issuance of permits thereof and enforcement of the
code, which plumbing code is as follows:
All of the provisions of the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials Uniform Plumbing
Code of 2018 2021, as amended in 2019 2022 by the State of California in the State Building Standard Regulations
(Title 24), and the following appendixes, A, B, D, G, I, and L, hereinafter termed the "California Plumbing Code,"
and each and all of the regulations, provisions and terms of such plumbing code (one copy of which code has been
filed for use and examination by the public in the office of the city clerk) are referred to and are adopted and made
a part of this chapter, the same as if fully set forth in this chapter, and are adopted as sections of this chapter
bearing the same numerical sections, designations, titles as appear in the plumbing code except as excepted,
modified or amended in this chapter.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014; Ord. No. 2215, § 3(Att. 5) 12-6-2016; Ord. No. 2255 , § 3(Att. 4), 12-3-2019)
18.08.020 Portions not adopted.
The following parts, sections and/or provisions of the California Plumbing Code are not adopted: Table I I
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014)
18.08.040 Fee schedule.
Section 104.5, shall be amended to read:
"The City Council shall establish all fees by Resolution."
Section 104.5.4 shall be added to read:
"Plan Review Fees. When a plan or other data is required to be submitted by Section 104.5.4, a plan review
fee shall be paid at the time of submitting plans and specifications for review."
"The plan review fees specified in this subsection are separate fees from the permit fees specified in this
section and are in addition to the permit fees."
"When plans are incomplete or changed so as to require additional review, a fee shall be charged."
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014; Ord. No. 2215, § 3(Att. 5), 12-6-2016)
Chapter 18.10 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE
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18.10.010 Adoption of the California Existing Building Code.
The city council adopts the California Existing Building Code, 2019 2021 edition, California Existing Building
Code, Part 10, Title 24, California Code of Regulations, to establish minimum standards to allow for the effective
preservation of existing buildings. All of the provisions of the California Existing Building Code, curFent 2022
edition, hereinafter termed the "California Existing Building Code" and each and all of the regulations, provisions
and terms of such conservation code (one copy of which has been filed for use and examination of the public in the
office of the building official) are referred to and made a part of this chapter, the same as if fully set forth in this
chapter and are adopted as sections of this chapter bearing the same numerical sections, designations, titles as
appear in the California Existing Building Code.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014; Ord. No. 2215, § 3(Att. 5), 12-6-2016; Ord. No. 2255, § 3(Att. 4), 12-3-2019)
Chapter 18.11 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE
18.11.010 Adoption of the California Residential Code.
The city council adopts the California Residential Code, 2019 2022 edition, California Residential Code, Part
2.5, Title 24, California Code of Regulations for the improvement of public health, safety and general welfare of
residential buildings by enhancing the design and construction and use of building design. Each and all of the
regulations, appendices, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of such Code (one copy of which code has been
filed for use and examination by the public in the office of the Building Official) are referred to and are adopted and
made a part hereof, the same as if fully set forth in this chapter, and are adopted as sections of this chapter bearing
the same numerical sections, designations, titles as appear in the California Building Code except as excepted,
modified or amended in this chapter.
(a) Table R301.2 Climate and Geographic Design Criteria, Exclusive to the City of Campbell shall be as
follows: 1. Ground Snow Load: 0
2. Wind Design Speed: 95 MPH
3. Wind Design Topographic Effects: None
4. Wind Design Special Wind Region: None
5. Wind Design Windborne Debris Zone: None
6. Seismic Design Category: E
7. Subject To Damage From- Weathering: Negligible
8. Subject To Damage From- Frost Line Depth: 12"
9. Subject To Damage From- Termite: Heavy
10. Winter Design Temperature: 59140 degrees F
11. Summer Design Temperatures: 80159 degrees F
12. Ice Barrier Underlayment Required: None
13. Flood Hazards: Negligible, (Los Gatos/Vasona Creeks)
14. Air Freezing Index: No
15. Mean annual temperature: 59.2 Deg F,
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16. Average Rain: 18 inches/year
17. Elevation: 200'
18. Presumptive Soil Loading: 1500 psf
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014; Ord. No. 2215, § 3(Att. 5), 12-6-2016; Ord. No. 2255, § 3(Att. 4), 12-3-2019)
18.11.020 Portions not adopted.
The following chapters, parts or provisions of the California Residential Code are nat adopted: Appe„d;ees A,
Q, r, n, r, F, c, 1, i, v, i, nn, ni, n, o, o, c, T, i i, V and W. Appendices AH, AO, AV, AX, AZ.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014; Ord. No. 2215, § 3(Att. 5), 12-6-2016)
18.11.030 Modifications.
The following sections are either enacted in modification of the California Residential Code, adopted by
reference or are added in place of those sections, parts and/or provisions of the California Residential Code which
have not been adopted:
(a) Chapter 1, Division II, Section R108.5 Refunds, shall be replaced with the following text:
"The building official may authorize refunding of any fee paid hereunder which was erroneously paid or
collected.
The building official may authorize refunding of not more than 80 percent of the permit fee paid when
no work has been done under a permit issued in accordance with 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 permittees not later than 180 days after the date of fee payment."
(b) An Additional sentence is added to Chapter 1, Division II, Section R1� R106.3.1 to read: "Approvals
of the Building Division are granted to allow work to proceed and are not necessarily for code
compliance. See Section oI nn 1 1
(c) An additional sentence is added to Chapter 1, Division II, Section R113.4, to read: "For penalty clause,
see Section 10.50.010 of the Campbell Municipal Code."
(d) Section R313.1 is amended to read:
R313.1 Townhouse automatic fire sprinkler systems. An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall
be installed in all new townhouses and in existing townhouses when additions are made that increase
the building area to more than 3,600 square feet.
Exception: A one-time addition to an existing building that does not total more than 1,000 square feet
of building area.
(e) Section R313.2 is amended to read:
R313.2 One- and two-family dwellings automatic fire sprinkler systems.
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An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall be installed in all new one- and two-family dwellings
as follows:
In all new one- and two-family dwellings and in existing one- and two-family dwellings when
additions are made that increase the fire building area to more than 3,600 square feet.
1. Exceptions:
1.1. The unit meets the definition of an Accessory Dwelling Unit as defined in the
Government Code Section 65852.2.
1.2. The existing primary residence does not have automatic fire sprinklers.
1.3. The accessory dwelling unit does not exceed 1,200 square feet in size.
1.4. The unit is on the same lot as the primary residence.
1.5. The unit meets all apparatus access and water supply requirements of Chapter 5 and
Appendix B of the 2022 California Fire Code.
2. When additions are made to existing structures, causing the fire area to exceed 3,600
square feet, and all of the following are met:
2.1. Building addition does not exceed 500 square feet.
2.2. The resultant structure meets all water supply requirements of Chapter 5 and
Appendix B of the 2022 California Fire Code.
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2-3. In all new basements and in existing basements that are expanded.
Exception: Existing basements that are expanded by not more than 50%.
(g) Section R506.1 General, shall be amended to add the following sentence:
"The slab shall be reinforced with not less than 6" x 6", 10 gauge wire mesh or an approved alternate
installed at mid -height of the slab." Following the first sentence of the section.
(h) Table R602.10.3(3), Add new footnote f to the end of Table R602.10.3(3), to read:
f In Seismic Design Categories D o,D and D 2, Methods GB, LIB, DWB, PCP and PPR are not permitted.
(i) Table RG02.10.3(3) (BraeiRg Requirements based OR Seismk Design CategE)Fy) ef CRC GhapteF 6 (Wall
r stF60ien) i amended as f '16-r.
rt I geismie Design GategOFies nn D1, d D2Method GB i et n fitted and the use -of
Method TG_P�s-limited to eRe St9FY I family d elliRgs and a essgp" et FuGturn .
(j) Section R602.10.4(5) is added to Section R602.10.4 (Construction methods for braced wall panels) of
CRC Chapter 6 (Wall Construction), to read:
R602.10.4.4 Limits on methods GP, LIB, DWB, and PCP. In Seismic Design Categories DO, D1, and D2,
Methods GB, LIB, DWB, PCP ores not permitted. but gypsum board is permitted to be placed on the
opposite side of the_studs #efm of other types of braced wall panel sheathing. Campbell is in Seismic
Design Category E. c - Design CategeFiesran, ni, .,d D2, the use ef Methed ore is limited to
ene story single family dwellings and a r struGtw
RATIONALE:
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The proposed amendment addresses the problem of poor performance of gypsum wallboard and
Portland cement plaster as wall bracing materials in high seismic areas. This amendment reflects the
recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEACSC) and the Los
Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance of these bracing materials that
were observed in the 1994 Northridge earthquake.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014; Ord. No. 2215, § 3(Att. 5), 12-6-2016; Ord. No. 2255, § 3(Att. 4), 12-3-2019)
Chapter 18.12 MECHANICAL CODE
18.12.010 Adoption of Uniform Mechanical Code.
The city council adopts the Uniform Mechanical Code for the regulation and installation of any heating,
ventilating, comfort cooling, refrigeration systems, providing for the issuance of permits therefore and
administration thereof which Uniform Mechanical Code is as follows:
All of the provisions of the Uniform Mechanical Code of 2018 2021 as published by the International
Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, and amended in 2019 2022 by the State of California in the State
Building Standard Regulations (Title 24), and the following appendix, B, thereinafter termed the "California
Mechanical Code," and each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of such
mechanical code (one copy of which code has been filed for use and examination by the public in the office of the
city clerk) are referred to and are adopted and made a part of this chapter, the same as if fully set forth in this
chapter, and are adopted as sections, designations, titles as appear in the mechanical code, except as excepted,
modified or amended in this chapter.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014; Ord. No. 2215, § 3(Att. 5), 12-6-2016; Ord. No. 2255 , § 3(Att. 4), 12-3-2019)
18.12.20 Portions not adopted.
The following parts, sections and/or provisions of the Uniform Mechanical code are not adopted: Section
104.5.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014; Ord. No. 2215, § 3(Att. 5), 12-6-2016; Ord. No. 2255, § 3(Att. 4), 12-3-2019)
18.12.030 Modifications.
Sections 104.5 is amended to read:
"General. The City Council shall establish all fees by Resolution."
Section 104.5.4 is added to read:
"Plan Review Fees. When a plan or other data is required to be submitted by Section 104.4, a plan review
fee shall be paid at the time of submitting plans and specifications for review."
"The plan review fees specified in this subsection are separate fees from the permit fees specified in this
section and are in addition to the permit fees."
"When plans are incomplete or changed so as to require additional review, a fee shall be charged."
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014; Ord. No. 2215, § 3(Att. 5), 12-6-2016)
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Chapter 18.16 ELECTRICAL CODE
Chapter 18.16 ELECTRICAL CODE
18.16.010 Adoption of National Electrical Code.
The city council adopts the National Electrical Code for the regulation of electrical installations, facilities and
appliances, the issuance of permits therefore, and enforcement thereof, which electrical code is as follows:
All of the provisions of the National Fire Protection Association's National Electrical Code of 2017 2021
edition, as amended in 2019 2022 by the State of California in the State Building Standard Regulations (Title 24),
hereinafter termed the "California Electrical Code" and each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties,
conditions and terms, including the modifications, exceptions and additions hereinafter set forth (one copy of
which code has been filed for use and examination by the public in the office of the city clerk) are referred to and
are adopted and made a part hereof, the same as if fully set forth in this chapter, and are adopted as sections of
the chapter (bearing the same numerical sections, designations and titles as appear in the National Electrical
Code), except insofar as the terms and provisions of the code are modified, altered, amplified and extended by the
provisions of this chapter.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014; Ord. No. 2215, § 3(Att. 5), 12-6-2016; Ord. No. 2255, § 3(Att. 4), 12-3-2019)
Chapter 18.18 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE
18.18.010 Adoption of California Energy Code.
The city council adopts the 2019 2022 California Energy Code for the design of buildings and the issuance of
permits therefore, and enforcement thereof.
( Ord. No. 2255 , § 3(Att. 4), 12-3-2019)
Chapter 18.20 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE
18.20.010 Adoption of International Property Maintenance Code.
The city council adopts a property maintenance Code for the regulation of various types of housing
accommodations, and providing for the administration and enforcement thereof, which International Property
Maintenance Code is as follows:
All of the provisions of the International Code Conference's International Property Maintenance Code of
201:8 2022, hereafter called "housing code," and each and all of the regulation's provisions, penalties, conditions
and terms thereof (one copy of which has been filed for use and examination by the public in the office of the
building official), are referred to and are adopted and made a part thereof, the same as if fully set forth in this
chapter, and are adopted as sections of this chapter, bearing the same numerical sections designations and titles
as appear in the International Property Maintenance Code except as excepted, modified or amended in this
chapter.
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18.20.020 Modifications.
Section 303 Swimming Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs, Subsection 303.2 Enclosures. Is amended to read: "Private
swimming pools, hot tubs and spas, containing water more than 24 inches (610 mm) in depth shall be completely
surrounded by a fence or barrier at least 60 inches (1524 mm) in height above the finished ground level measured
on the side of the barrier away from the pool."
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014)
18.20.030 Utility meters.
No parcel or lot located in an R-1 zoning district shall have more than one utility meter for each utility
servicing the parcel or lot.
Exception: When necessary for installation of residential photo -voltaic battery storage systems, an additional
utility electrical meter is allowed. This meter shall be used only in conjunction with a photo -voltaic system and
shall not be used for providing power to an accessory dwelling unit
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014; Ord. No. 2183, § 1(Att.), 10-21-2014; Ord. No. 2215, § 3(Att. 5), 12-6-2016;
Ord. No. 2216, § 7, 12-12-2016; Ord. No. 2255, § 3(Att. 4), 12-3-2019)
Note(s)—For statutory provisions relating to the "State Housing Law," defining the scope of such law and stating
type of housing to which it applies, see West's Cal. Health and Safety Code § 17910 et seq. and § 17950. For
the provisions describing the nature and duties of the local appeals board under the Housing Law, see Health
and Safety Code § 17920.5. For the statutory provision adopting the International Property Maintenance
Code (2018 Ed.), the International Building Code (2018 Ed.), the Uniform Plumbing Code (2018 Ed.), the
Uniform Mechanical Code (2018 Ed.) and the National Electrical Code (2017) as part of the State Housing
Law, see Health and Safety Code § 17922. (Back)
Chapter 18.21 STATE HISTORICAL CODE
18.21.03.0 Adoption of the State Historical Code.
The city council adopts the 2019 2022 California Historical Building Code, Title 24, Part 8, California Code of
Regulations, for the regulation of rehabilitation, preservation, restoration (including related reconstruction), or
relocating of buildings or structures designated as historic buildings. Such alternative building standards and
building regulations are intended to facilitate the restoration or change of occupancy so as to preserve their
original or restored architectural elements and features. All of the provisions of the State of California State
Historical Building Code hereinafter termed Historical Code, and each and all of the regulations, provisions,
penalties, conditions and additions hereinafter set forth (one copy of which has been filed for use and examination
by the public in the office of the building official) are referred to and are adopted and made a part hereof, the
same as if fully set forth in this chapter, and are adopted as sections of the chapter (bearing the same numerical
sections, designations and titles as appear in the State Historical Building Code), except insofar as the terms and
provisions of the code are modified, altered, amplified and extended by the provisions of this chapter.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014; Ord. No. 2255, § 3(Att. 4), 12-3-2019)
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Chapter 18.24 SWIMMING POOLS
Chapter 18.24 SWIMMING POOLS
18.24.010 Definitions.
(a) "Private swimming pool" includes all artificially constructed pools which are used in connection with and
appurtenant to a single-family residence and available only to the family of the householder or his private
guests.
(b) "Public pool" includes all artificially constructed pools which are available to the general public either free or
by paying a fee.
(c) "Semipublic pool" includes all artificially constructed pools which are used in connection with multiple family
or cooperative groups (such as apartments, hotels, motels, private clubs, subdivisions, etc.) and available
only to such groups and their private guests but not available to the general public.
(d) "Swimming pool" means an artificial pool of water including all appurtenances to its use and used for
swimming or recreational bathing.
(1) "Permanently installed spa, swimming or wading pool" means one that is constructed in the ground, on
the ground, or in a building in such a manner that the pool cannot be readily disassembled for storage.
(2) "Storable swimming or wading pool" means one that is so constructed that it may be readily
disassembled for storage and reassembled to its original integrity.
(e) "Wading pool" means either a storable or permanent water container for recreational wading purposes
which at its deepest point is not over sixteen inches.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014)
18.24.020 Building permit.
The city council adopts the 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, for the construction and
maintenance (including related construction) of swimming pools and spas (one copy of which has been filed for use
and examination by the public in the office of the building official), are referred to, and are adopted and made a
part hereof, the some as if fully set forth in this chapter, and are adopted as sections of the chapter (bearing the .
some numerical sections, designations and titles as appear in the ISPSC), except insofar as the terms and provisions
of the code are modified,altered, amplified and extended by the provisions of this chapter.
(a) Application for permits for public and/or semipublic pools shall be accompanied by a certificate of
acceptance by the county department of health, plans, calculations and specifications, in duplicate, and shall
be in sufficient detail to show the following:
(1) Plot plan, including all easements and overhead utilities adjacent to pool area or over the property;
(2) Pool dimensions, depths, and volume in gallons;
(3) Type and size of filter system, filtration and backwash capacities;
(4) Pool piping layout with all pipe sizes shown and type of material;
(5) Pool pump capacity;
(6) Waste disposal system;
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(7) Other pertinent data as may be required by the building official.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014)
18.24.030 General construction requirements for permanently installed pools.
(a) Water Treating Devices. Where devices for chemically treating the water to be used in the pool are installed,
they shall meet the requirements of the county department of environmental health.
(b) Filter and Re -circulation System. All pools shall be equipped with an efficient and dependable circulation and
purification system, consisting of circulation pumps and piping arranged for optimum circulation in the pool,
and a filter with the usual and necessary appurtenances as approved by the building official. Such system
shall be operated at all times when the pool is in use. There shall be provided a complete turnover of the
pool water in twenty-four hours or less for private pools, and eight hours or less for semipublic or public
pools.
(c) Underwater Lighting. Each public and semipublic pool shall have installed at least one underwater lighting
fixture.
(d) Steps and Stairways. Steps and stairways for entering and leaving the pool shall be of such construction as to
minimize danger. Convex, semicircular or triangular steps shall have rounded corners. Public and semipublic
pools shall meet all disability requirements of California State Title 24.
There shall be at least one stairway or ladder for exiting or entering the pool, located in the shallow end.
There may be at least one ladder or shelf for entering or exiting the pool at the deep end. Treads of ladders and/or
steps shall be of non -slip construction.
(e) Runways or Decks. Runways, at least thirty inches wide for private pools and four feet wide for public pools,
shall be placed adjacent to the pool. Runways shall be sloped one-fourth inch to the foot away from the pool,
and should be of a material approved by the building official, which shall be of non -slip texture and easily
cleaned. Grading around the pool area shall be such that the surface runoff shall be diverted from the pool.
(f) Scum Gutters and Skimmers. Scum gutters and skimmers shall conform to the requirements of the state
Department of Health. Inlets for fresh or re -purified water shall be located to produce a reasonably uniform
circulation of water throughout the entire pool without the existence of "dead" spots.
(g) Clearances. No private pool shall have its water line closer than five feet from any property or building line,
except pools may be no closer than thirty inches to the building if satisfactory evidence is submitted to show
that no damage to the building will occur or any other hazardous or unsafe condition will be created. No
semipublic or public pool shall have its water line closer than five feet from any property line or four feet
from any building line. All related pool equipment shall be located in the rear yard and shall be located no
closer than five feet from any property line, except when enclosed by a sound barrier, for which drawings
have been approved by the building department, in which case the setback may be six inches. Overhead
electrical power lines and service conductors shall maintain clearance between wire and watersurface
compliant to Article 680 California Electrical code.
(h) Walls and Floors. The walls and floors shall be of an approved, engineered design and constructed to be
structurally sound under the conditions of the site. The pool walls and floor shall be constructed of smooth,
nonabsorbent materials, free from cracks, light in color and so constructed as to be properly drained through
one or more metal -grated openings. A tight, leak -proof pool with easily cleaned surfaces shall be provided.
The inner surface of the pool must be coved, rounded or bull- nosed at all joints, corners, angles of bases,
walls, floors or curbs. No sharp corners or projections will be permitted. Floor drains shall be flush with the
finished surface. The materials used in wall and floor construction shall conform to the provisions of the
building code of the city.
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18.24.040 General construction requirements for storable pools.
Subsections (a), (b), (c), (d), (e), (f) and (g) of Section 18.24.030 shall apply to the construction of storable
pools. Storable pools shall be installed as per manufacturer's instructions.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014)
18.24.050 Indoor swimming pools.
In addition to the remainder of the requirements in this chapter, indoor swimming pools shall have windows
or a skylight equal to at least one-half of the surface area of the pool; provided, that artificial light may be used in
lieu thereof if approved by the building official.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014)
18.24.060 Inspection.
All portions of the construction of the pool shall be inspected by the building official or his representative to
insure compliance with the required codes of the city. A final inspection to allow occupancy cannot be made until
the pool is completed, filled with water and the filter system is in operation and that all phases function correctly.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014)
Note(s)—Prior history: Ords. 1470, 1407 and prior code §§ 8105.3, 8105.6 and 8105.7 (Back)
Chapter 18.26 GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
18.26.010 Adoption of the State Green Building Code.
The city council adopts the California Green Building Standards Code, Title 24, Part 11,204:9 2022 Ed.
California Code of Regulations, for the improvement of public health, safety and general welfare by enhancing the
design and construction of buildings through the use of building concepts having a reduced negative impact or
positive environmental impact and encouraging sustainable construction practices. Hereinafter termed "Cal
Green, "and each and all of the regulations, appendices, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of such Code
(one copy of which code has been filed for use and examination by the public in the office of the Building Official)
are referred to and are adopted and made a part hereof, the same as if fully set forth in this chapter, and are
adopted as sections of this chapter bearing the same numerical sections, designations, titles as appear in the
California Building Code except as excepted, modified or amended in this chapter.
( Ord. No. 2255, § 3(Att. 4), 12-3-2019)
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18.26.020 Modifications.
Section 102.3 Verification. Shall be modified to read:
Prior to final building inspection and occupancy for projects included in this chapter, documentation of
conformance for applicable green building measures shall be pFavided to the eRf0FGiRg .,,,^. sy uploaded into
Ca/Certs or Cheers as CF3R forms. Alternate methods of documentation shall be acceptable when the
enforcing agency finds that the proposed alternate documentation is satisfactory to demonstrate substantial
conformance with the intent of the proposed green building measure. When required by the Building
Official, a qualified independent green building professional shall provide evidence of adequate green
building compliance or documentation to the Building Official to satisfy the requirements of compliance for
residential and non-residential projects covered under this chapter. The Building Official shall make the final
determination whether a project meets the requirements of this chapter.
18.26.030 Definitions.
All Electric Building- A building that contains no combustion equipment or plumbing for combustion
equipment serving space heating (including fireplaces), water heating (including pools and spas), cooking
appliances (including barbeques), and clothes drying, within the building or building property lines, and
instead Uses electric heating appliances for service.
ALTERATION OR ALTER. Any construction or renovation to an existing structure other than repair for the
purpose of maintenance or addition.
COMBUSTION EQUIPMENT. Any equipment or appliance used for space heating, water heating, cooking,
clothes drying and/or lighting that uses fuel gas.
ELECTRIC HEATING APPLIANCE. A device that produces heat energy to create a worm environment by the
application of electric power to resistance elements, refrigerant compressors, or dissimilar material junctions,
as defined in the California Mechanical Code.
Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS)- One of more electric vehicle charging spaces served by electric
vehicle chargers that allow for the charging of electric vehicles.
EV Capable- Having the electric panel sized to accommodate future EV charging and having in -place the
conduit raceway and junction boxes necessaryfor rapid installation of the breaker and wiring to provide
EVCS.
EV Ready- Having EV charging ready for use.
FUEL GAS. A gas that is natural, manufactured, liquefied petroleum, or a mixture of these.
NEWLY CONSTRUCTED (or NEW CONSTRUCTION)- "Newly constructed building" shall be defined as a
building that has never before been used or occupied for any purpose, and for the purposes of this Chapter
shall include a construction project where an alteration includes replacement or addition of over 75 percent of
the wood frame construction (New, Using Portions of the Existing).
18.26.040 Storm Water Management
Cal Green Section 4.106.2 and in support of Bay Area Storm Water Management Agencies Association
(BASMAA) All residential homes, ADU's, condominiums, and townhouses that undergo additional roof area
for habitation or non -habitation shall include in the design, a storm water management system utilizing roof
gutters, down spouts, leaders, drain pipes, drain swales, seepage pits, retention basins, and/or French drains
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to retain storm waters on -site and not to flow to the public storm system in the street or to a neighboring
property. These actions will reduce the volume of landscape watering required and offer protection from bay
pollutants caused by contaminated run off.
18.26.050 Electric Vehicle Charging
Cal Green Section 4.106.4 Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging for New Construction (Single Family Homes) (EV
Ready); All residential new homes, ADU's, condominiums, and townhouses are required to provide one
completed and ready to use (Level 1) 110 volt, 20-ampere, NEMA 1-20, 2 pole, 3 wire receptacle and a (Level
2) 2081240 volt, 40-ampere, NEMA 14-40, 3 pole, 4 wire receptacle, dedicated and labeled as EV Charging in
the garage, or outside of the garage or near a parkway in a weatherproof cover (NEMA 3R) in the proximity
of a vehicle parking area. if the living unit does not have a designated off-street parking area, the Building
Official shall make the determination as to a reasonable and safe EV charging system placement or an
exemption to the ordinance.
Cal Green Sections 4.106.4.2.1, 4.106.4.2.2, 4.106.4.2.3, 4.106.4.2.3 Multifamily Development Projects
Electric Vehicle (EVCS)- All multifamily new construction shall make operational, the increased EV ready
requirements of Cal Green as follows:
a. Multifamily with private garages: One (Level 1)110 volt, 20-ampere, NEMA 1-20, 2 pole, 3 wire, and
one (Level 2) 2081240 volt, 40-ampere, NEMA 14-40, 3 pole, 4 wire receptacle, dedicated and labeled
as EV Charging
b. Multifamily with shared Parking: 60% of all parking stalls or spaces to have a (Level 1)110 volt, 20-
ampere, NEMA 1-20, 2 pole, 3 wire, and 40% of all stalls or spaces to have (Level 2) 2081240 volt, 40-
ampere, NEMA 14-40, 3 pole, 4 wire receptacle, dedicated and labeled as EV Charging
Cal Green Sections 5.1006.5.3.1, 5.1006.5.3.2, 5.1006.5.3.3, 5.1006.5.3.4, 5.1006.5.3.5 Nonresidential
Development Projects Electric Vehicle (EVCS)- All commercial new construction shall make operational, the
increased EV ready requirements of Cal Green as follows:
a. Offices: 20% of all parking stalls or spaces to have a (Level 1)110 volt, 20-ampere, NEMA 1-20, 2 pole,
3 wire dedicated and labeled as EV Charging. And 30% of all stalls or spaces to be EV capable that
would included electric panel sizing, conduit and infrastructure to support (Level 2) 2081240 volt, 40-
amp
b. Other non-residential: 10% of all parking stalls or spaces to have a (Level 1)110 volt, 20-ampere,
NEMA 1-20, 2 pole, 3 wire dedicated and labeled as EV Charging. And 10% of all stalls or spaces to be
EV capable that would included electric panel sizing, conduit and infrastructure to support (Level 2)
2081240 volt, 40-amp
Electric vehicle charging locations and equipment and placement and accessible routes shall be compliant to
California Accessibility (CBC 118-228.3 and 118-812).
Automatic Load Management System (ALMS). A control system designed to manage load across one or
more electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE), circuits, panels and to share electrical capacity and/or
automatically manage power at each connection point. ALMS systems shall be designed to deliver no less
than 3.3 Wa (2081240 volt, 16-ampere) to each EV Capable, EV Ready or EVCS space served by the ALMS, and
meet the requirements of California Electrical Code Article 625. The connected amperage to the building site
for the EV charging infrastructure shall not be lower than the required connected amperage per California
Green Building Standards Code, Title 24 Part 11.
Alterations of Existing Parking Areas- The mandatory provisions of Section 4.106.4.2 may apply to additions or
alterations of existing parking facilities or the addition of new parking facilities serving existing multifamily
buildings.
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The mandatory provisions of Section 5.106.5.3 may apply to additions or alterations of existing parking
facilities or the addition of new parking facilities serving existing nonresidential buildings.
NOTE: Repairs including, but not limited to, resurfacing, restriping, and repairing or maintaining existing
lighting fixtures are not considered alterations for the purpose of this section.
( Ord. No. 2260, § 1, 2-18-20 As modified 2022)
18.26.060 Electrification
All Newly constructed residential living units and New Dwellings Using Portions of the Existing Structure. shall
be prohibited from using natural gas in the living unit.
Exception 1: This section does not prohibit the use of propane gas for outdoor barbeque, grilling, woking,
or worming fires.
All Newly constructed multifamily and commercial buildings shall be prohibited from using natural gas in the
building.
Exceptionl: This section does not prohibit the use of propane gas for outdoor barbeque, grilling, woking,
or warming fires.
Exception 2: In the event that propane or natural gas is essential for the process or service, specific to the
business of use or event a permit application shall be made under "Building Official Determination"
whereas the Building Official shall make reasonable determination for the allowance of such use.
18.26.070 Limited Exemptions from Electrification Standards
(a) Purpose. The City recognizes certain services and/or operations rely on gas service or would be rendered
infeasible if required to use electric service in their processes. in such circumstances, a limited exemption
from the City's Electrification Standards (CMC 18.26.060) may be warranted. The purpose and intent of this
section is to outline the regulations for a limited exemption from the standards.
(b) Exemption Process. The City shall not approve any request for a limited exemption from electrification
standards except upon a complete and duly filed application on the then -current form prepared by the City.
(c) Review Criteria. The applicant always bears the burden_ to demonstrate why a limited exemption should be
granted. The following criteria shall be used by the Building Official to determine if there is an operational
necessity for natural gas service that warrants a limited exemption from the electrification standards.
(1) Gas dependent processes. industrial and certain commercial uses, which require the use of natural
gas for specific operational processes, shall be allowed use of natural gas for that need. Examples
include, but shall not be limited to, metallurgy, glass blowing, pottery, research and development
uses, and certain medical processes.
(2) Commercial cooking. Commercial restaurants and similar commercial food preparatory facilities
shall be permitted natural gas service for food preparation. Examples include, but shall not be
limited to, restaurants, bakeries, grocery stores, and commercial kitchens.
(3) Cost prohibitive. Gas service shall be permitted when it can be demonstrated that the 10-year life -
cycle cost analysis of installing and using all -electric equipment will be 50% or greater than that
that of using natural gas and/or would render the project financially infeasible. When estimating
the life -cycle cost, all calculations will assume the purchase and use of all new equipment.
(4) Emergency services. Natural gas may be permitted for facilities providing emergency services.
Examples include backup generators for wireless cell towers and public heating centers.
(5) Reconstruction after damage or destruction. A nonconforming structure which is involuntarily
damaged or partially destroyed to the extent that the cost of restoration does not exceed seventy-
five percent of the cost of construction of a comparable new structure (as determined by the
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Building Official) may be restored or reconstructed; provided, the restoration is started within
twelve months thereafter.
(d) Electric Service Wiring Required. In the event a limited exemption is granted, electric service will still be
required to any location where a primary gas connection is made.
(e) Decision. The Building Official shall notify the applicant of the decision rendered electronically through the
City's online permitted system, by email, or by first class mail.
(f) Revocation. The Building Official may revoke a limited exemption, and require that gas service be
disconnected and capped, if upon receipt of a business license application and/or building permit
application, the criteria used to grant the limited exemption may no longer be made.
(g) Appeals from Building Official Decision. The applicant or any interested person or entity may file an appeal
to the Community Development Department of any decision made by the Building Official in compliance
with this chapter. The appeal shall be filed within ten (10) days of the Building Official's decision, with the
city clerk in writing and accompanied by a filing fee in compliance with the city's schedule of fees and
charges. The Community Development Director, or Community Development Director's designee, in his or
her discretion, shall determine whether to affirm, set side, or modify the Building Official's decision appealed
therefrom based on a review of the some criteria used by the Building Official. Thereafter, the appellant
shall be notified of the Community Development Director's decision.
(h) Appeals from Community Development Director Decision. The applicant or any interested person or entity
may file an appeal to the Building Board of Appeals of any decision made by the Community Development
Director in compliance with this chapter. The appeal shall be filed within ten (10) days of the Community
Development Director's decision, with the city clerk in writing and accompanied by a filing fee in compliance
with the city's schedule of fees and charges. The Building Board of Appeals, in their discretion, shall
determine whether to affirm, set side, or modify the Community Development Director's decision appealed
therefrom based on a review of the same criteria used by the Community Development Director. Thereafter,
the appellant shall be notified of the decision.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014)
Chapter 18.32 DETERMINATION OF SCOPE OF WORK
18.32.010 Definition of "Scope of Work."
A project submitted as a "Remodel" or "Remodel and Addition," or a "Remodel of an accessory structure to
create an accessory dwelling unit" (or similar scope of work) shall instead be considered and defined as a "New
Dwelling using portions of the original structure" when at least three of the following criteria are satisfied:
(1) The valuation of the proposed work exceeds one hundred eighty-five thousand dollars (valuation
calculated using established Valuations from Tables ""shed by the Int,,FRat;, nal Cod r.,.,Reil (!CQ
the most current RS Means- Square Foot and Estimating software and book series and modified by the
Building Division);
(2) Seventy-five percent or more of the existing roof framing (Area) is proposed to be removed. Existing
roof covered by a new roof shall be considered as removed for the purposes of this calculation;
(3) Seventy-five percent or more of the existing exterior walls (Lineal Footage of Wall Length) are
removed, altered, filled in, or rebuilt. In no event shall new exterior walls exceed more than seventy-
five percent of the length of the existing exterior walls as determined by the building official.
Nonconforming exterior walls shall not be included in the twenty-five percent remaining calculation
(this subsection shall not apply to a proposed conversion of an accessory structure to an accessory
dwelling unit);
Title 18 — Building Codes and Regulations
(4) Seventy-five percent or more of the existing interior walls (Lineal Footage of Wall Length) are removed,
altered, filled in, or rebuilt. In no event shall new interior walls exceed more than seventy-five percent
of the length of the existing interior walls as determined by the building official.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014; Ord. No. 2223, § 3(Exh. A), 5-16-2017, eff. 6-15-2017; Ord. No. 2252, § 14,
11-19-2019)
18.32.020 Process of appeal.
In the event that an applicant disagrees with the findings above, an appeal can be made to the Building
Board of Appeal.
The results of all appeals shall be final.
(Ord. No. 2175, § 3(Att. 6), 2-18-2014)
Exhibit A-5
Title 20 - SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT
20.36.150 Utilities.
Utility facilities adequate to supply communication, electrical, ga-s, water and fire protection service to each
lot of the subdivision shall be constructed and installed within the subdivision. All other provisions concerning the
undergrounding of utilities are contained in Section 21.18.140, (Undergrounding of utilities) of the Campbell
Municipal Code.
(Ord. 1619 § 1(part), 1986).
(Ord. No. 2166, § 3(Exh. B), 5-7-20