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CC Ordinance 2139ORDINANCE NO._ BEING AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CAMPBELL AMMENDING TITLES 1, 17 >~ 18 OF THE CAMPBELL MUNICIPAL CODE. The City Council of the City of Campbell does hereby ordain as follows: SECTION ONE: Title 1 of the Campbell Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as set forth in attached Exhibit A. SECTION TWO: Title 17 of the Campbell Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as set forth in attached Exhibit B. SECTION THREE: Title 18 of the Campbell Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as set forth in attached Exhibit C. SECTION FOUR: This Ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days following its passage and adoption and shall be published, one time within fifteen (15) days upon passage and adoption in the Campbell Express, a newspaper of general circulation in the City of Campbell, County of Santa Clara. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 16th day of November ~ 2010, by the following roll call vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: ABSENT: ~ COUNCILMEMBERS: ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: Kotowski, None None Kennedy, Furtado, Baker, Low None APPROVED: ATTEST: Anne Bybee, City Clerk Low, Mayor EXHIBIT A Title 1 GENERAL PROVISIONS Chapter 1.01 CODE ADOPTION 1.01.010 Adoption--Incorporated codes. 2887 2010 California Building Code Volumes 1 and 2; the 2010 California Green Building Standards Code ~ the 1997 Uniform Code for Abatement of Dangerous Buildings; the California Plumbing Code, the California Mechanical Code; the International Property Maintenance Code; the California Electrical Code; the California Fire Code and the California Existing Building 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, 2987 2010 edition, including: Appendices: F, I and J; (b) California Green Building Code, 2010 edition; (c) Uniform Code forAbatement of Dangerous Buildings, 1997 edition; (d) California Plumbing Code, 2887 2010 edition; (e) California Mechanical Code, 2987 2010 edition; (~ International Property Maintenance Code, 2986 2009 edition; (g) California Electric Code, 2987 2010 edition; (h) California Fire Code 2987 2010 edition; (i) California Existing Building Code 2987 2010 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. Attachment 4 EXHIFIT B Title 17 FIRE PROTECTION* " Note to Title 17 Chapter 17.04 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE* Chapter 17 06 ABOVEGROUND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS STORAGE Chapter 17 07 REQUIREMENTS FOR FACILITIES WHERE MATERIALS WHICH ARE OR WHICH MAY BECOME TOXIC GASES ARE FOUND Chapter 17.08 FIREWORKS Chapter 17 09 UNDERGROUND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS STORAGE Chapter 17.26 SMOKE DETECTORS Chapter 17.54 WEED ABATEMENT Chapter 17.70 PENALTY Chapter 17.80 APPEALS Chapter 17.04 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE **Note to Chapter 17.04 Section 17.04.010 Adoption of the International Fire Code. Section 17.04.020 Code enforcement. For state law regarding municipal programs of fire protection, see Gov. Code §38600 et seq. ** Prior ordinance history: Ord. 1748. Section 17.04.030 Definitions. Section 17.04.040 Unused. Section 17.04.042 Establishment of limits of districts in which the storage of stationary tanks of flammable cryogenic fluids are to be prohibited. Section 17.04.044 Establishment of limits of districts in which storage of flammable or combustible liquids in outside aboveground tanks is prohibited. Section 17.04.046 Establishment of limits of districts in which storage of flammable or combustible liquids in aboveground tanks is prohibited. Section 17.04.048 Establishment of limits in which storage of liquefied petroleum gases is prohibited. Section 17.04.060 Amendments to the International Fire Code and the California Fire Code. 17 04 010 Adoption of the International Fire Code. The following amendments are adopted by the city for the purpose of prescribing regulations governing conditions hazardous to life and property from fire or explosion, that certain code known as the ~7 2010 California Fire Code and also the International Fire Code X886 2010 Edition, including appendix Chapters ~-4, B, and-C, a~ D and J and the whole thereof, 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. 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. 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. 17.04.040 Unused. 17 04 042 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 ~'^~4~T 3506.2 of the California Fire Code in which the storage of flammable cryogenic fluids in stationary containers is prohibited are f~et~y established as all locations of the City of Campbell which are residential and congested commercial areas as determined by the fire code official. 17 04 044 Establishment of limits of districts in which storage of ale--er sext~st~le Class 1 and 11 liquids in outside aboveground tanks is prohibited. The limits referred to in Section ~~^^.'. °. ~. '' 3404.2.9.6.1 of the California Fire Code, in which the storage of Class 1 and 11 liquids in aboveground tanks is prohibited are hereby established as all locations of the City of Campbell that are residential or congested commercial areas as determined by the fire code official. 17 04 046 Establishment of limits of districts in which storage of senab~is#~ble Class I and 11 liquids in aboveground tanks is prohibited. The limits referred to in Section 3406.2.4.4 of the California Fire Code, in which the storage of Class I and 11 liquids in aboveground tanks is prohibited are hereby established as all locations of the City of Campbell that are residential or other locations as determined by the fire code official. 17 04 048 Establishment of limits in which storage of liquefied petroleum gases is prohibited. The limits referred to in Section 3804.2 of the California Fire Code, -n which storage of liquefied petroleum gas is restricted, are hereby 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 LGP containers maybe approved by the fire code official on a case by case basis. 17.04.060 Amendments to the International Fire Code and the California Fire Code. The International Fire Code and the California Fire Code are amended and changed in the following respects: SECTION 105 PERMITS Section 105.6.8 is amended to read as follows: 105.6.8 Compressed Gases. An operational permit is required for the storage, use or handling at normal temperature and pressure (NPT) of compressed gases in excess of the amounts listed in Table 105.6.8, to install any piped distribution system for compressed gases, or to install anon-flammable medical gas manifold system. A permit is required to install, repair, abandon, remove, place temporarily out of service, close or substantially modify a compressed gas system. Exceptions: 1. Vehicles equipped for and using compressed gas as a fuel for propelling the vehicle. 2. Routine maintenance. 3. For emergency repair work performed on an emergency basis, application for permit shall be made within two working days of commencement of work. 4. Inert and simple asphyxiants at or below the amounts listed in Table 105-A. 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. Amend Table 105.6.8 to read: TABLE 105.6.8 PERMIT ~M[)l1NTS FOR COMPRESSED GASES' TYPE OF GAS AMOUNT(cubic feet)2 X 0.0283 for m Corrosive 200 Flammable (except cryogenic and liquefied petroleum ases 200 Hi hl toxic An amount Inert and simple asph xiant 6,000 Irritant 200 Moderate) toxic 20 Other health hazards 650 Oxidizin includin ox en 504 P rophoric An amount Radioactive An amount Sensitizer 200 Toxic An Amount Unstable reactive An amount ' Refer to Chapters 27, 30, 3Z, 35, ~~, 4u ana 4"I ror aaaitionai requirements and exceptions. 2 Cubic feet measured at normal Temperature and pressure. Section 105.6.10 is amended to read as follows: 105.6.10 Cryogenic fluids. An operational permit is required to produce, store transport on site, use, handle or dispense cryogenic fluids in excess of the amounts listed in Table 105.6.10 or to install a cryogenic vessel or piping system for the storage or distribution of cryogens. Exception: Permits are not required for vehicles equipped for and using cryogenic fluids as a fuel for propelling the vehicle or for refrigerating the lading. Amend Table 105.6.20 to read: TABLE 105.6.20 PERMIT AMOUNTS FOR HAZARDOUS MATERIALS' TYPE OF MATERIAL AMOUNT Carcino ens 10 pounds Combustible liquids See Section 105.6.16 Corrosive materials: Gases See Section 105.6.8 Liquids 55 gallons Solids 500 ounds cryogens See Section 105.6.10 Explosive materials See Section 105.6.14 Flammable materials: Gases See Section 105.6.8 Liquids See Section 105.6.16 Solids 10 ounds Highly toxic materials: Gases Any amount Liquids Any amount Solids An amount Moderate) toxic as 20 cubic feet Organic peroxides: Liquids: Class I-IV Any Amount Liquids: Class V No Permit Required Solids: Class I-IV Any Amount Solids: Class V No Permit Re uired Oxidizing materials: Gases 504 Cubic Feet Liquids Any amount Solids: An amount Other health hazards: Liquids 55 gallons Solids 500 pounds Pyrophoric materials: Gases Any amount Liquids Any amount Solids An amount Radioactive materials: Gases Any Amount Liquids See Section 105.6.47 Solids See Section 105.6.47 Toxic materials: Gases Any amount Liquids Any amount Solids An amount Unstable (reactive) materials: Gases Any amount Liquids Any amount Solids An amount Water reactive materials: Liquids Any amount Solids An amount 'See Article 80 for additional requirements and exceptions. For SI: 1 gallon = 3.785 L, 1 pound = 0.454kg. a. 20 gallons when Table 2703.1.1(1) Note k applies and hazard identification signs in accordance with Section 2703.5 are provided for quantities of 20 gallons or less. b. 200 pounds when Table 2703.1.1(1) Note k applies and hazard identification signs in accordance with Section 2703.5 are provided for quantities of 200 pounds or less. Section 105.6.48 is added to read as follows: 105.6.48 Day care facility. An operational permit is required to operate a business as a day care facility for more than 6 people. Section 105.6.49 is added to read as follows: 105.6.49 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 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. SECTION 106 INSPECTIONS Section 106.5 is added to read as follows: 106.5 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 108 BOARD OF APPEALS Section 108 is deleted in its entirety and replaced as follows: 108.1 Appeals. Appeals shall be in accordance with Section 17.80.010 of the Campbell Municipal Code. SECTION 109 VIOLATIONS Section 109.3 is amended to read: 109.3 Violation penalties. See Section 17.70.010 of the Campbell Municipal Code. Chapter 2 DEFINITIONS SECTION 202 GENERAL DEFINITIONS The following definitions are added: CARCINOGEN is a substance that causes the development of cancerous growths in living tissue. A chemical is considered a carcinogen if: 1. It has been evaluated by the International Agency for Research on Cancer and found to be a carcinogen or potential carcinogen, or 2. It is listed as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen in the latest edition of the Annual Report on Carcinogens published by the National Toxicology program, or 3. It is regulated by OSHA as a carcinogen. DEVICE. Device is, for the purpose of Exhibit "A", an appliance or piece of equipment that plays an active part in the proper functioning of the regulated systems. Examples include, but are not limited to the following: smoke detectors, heat detectors, flame detectors, manual pull stations, horns, alarms, bells, warning lights, hydrants, risers, FDCs, standpipes, strobes, control panels, transponders, and other such equipment used to detect, transmit, initiate, annunciate, alarm, or respond according to the system design criteria. 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). SENSITIZER is a chemical that causes a substantial proportion of exposed people or animals to develop an allergic reaction in normal tissue after repeated exposure to the chemical. WORKSTATION is a defined space or independent principal piece of equipment using 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. Chapter 3 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AGAINST FIRE SECTION 311 VACANT PREMISES The following sections are deleted: Delete Section: Delete Section: Delete Section: Delete Section: Delete Section: Delete Section: 311.5 Placards. 311.5.1 Placard Location. 311.5.2 Placard Size And Color. 311.5.3 Placard Date. 311.5.4 Placard Symbols 311.5.5 informational Use SECTION 316 HAZARDS TO FIREFIGHTERS Add Section 507.4 to read: 316.6 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. Chapter 4 EMERGENCY PLANNING AND PREPAREDNESS SECTION 404 FIRE SAFETY AND EVACUATION PLANS Amend Section 404.2 as follows: 404.2 Where Required. An approved fire safety and evacuation plan shall be prepared and maintained for the following occupancies and buildings. 1. Group A buildings having an occupant load of 100 or more persons. 2. Group B buildings having an occupant load of 500 or more. 3. Group E: See §3.13 Title 19, CCR for regulations. 4. Group H. 5. Group I. See §3.09 Title 19, CCR for regulations. 6. Group R-1. See §3.09 Title 19, CCR for regulations. 7. Group R-2 college and university buildings. 8. Group R-4. 9. Group M buildings having an occupant load of 500 or more persons. 10. Covered malls exceeding 50,000 square feet (4645 m2) in aggregate floor area. 11. Underground buildings. Amend Section 404.3.1 as follows: 404.3.1 Fire Evacuation Plans. Fire evacuation plans shall include the following: 1. Emergency egress or escape routes and whether evacuation of the building is to be complete or, where approved, by selected floors or areas only. 2. Description of what the fire alarm, if required, sounds and looks like (audible and visual warning devices). 3. Procedures for employees who must remain to operate critical equipment before evacuating. 4. Procedures for accounting for employees and occupants after evacuation has been completed. 5. Identification and assignment of personnel responsible for rescue or emergency medical aid. 6. The preferred and any alternative means of notifying occupants of a fire or emergency. 7. The preferred and any alternative means of reporting fires and other emergencies to the fire department or designated emergency response organization. 8. Identification and assignment of personnel who can be contacted for further information or explanation of duties under the plan. 9. A description of the emergency voice/alarm communication system alert tone and preprogrammed voice messages, where provided. Amend Table 405.2 as follows: TABLE 405.2 FIRE AND EVACUATION DRILL FREQUENCY AND PARTICIPATION GROUP OR OCCUPANCY FREQUENCY PARTICIPATION Group A Quarterly Employees Group Bb Annually Employees Group E See §3.13 Title 19, CCR Group I See §3.13 Title 19, CCR Group R-1 See §3.13 Title 19, CCR Group R-2° Four annually All occupants Group R-4 Quarterly on each shift Employeesb SECTION 408 USE AND OCCUPANCY- RELATED REQUIREMENTS Section 408.2.2 is deleted: Section 408.3.1 is deleted: Section 408.3.2 is deleted: Section 408.3.3 is deleted: Section 408.3.4 is deleted: Section 408.5.1 is deleted: Section 408.5.2 is deleted: Section 408.5.3 is deleted: Section 408.5.4 is deleted: Section 408.5.5 is deleted: Section 408.6 is deleted: Section 408.6.1 is deleted: Section 408.6.2 is deleted: Section 408.7 is deleted: Section 408.7.1 is deleted: Section 408.7.2 is deleted: Section 408.7.3 is deleted: Section 408.7.4 is deleted: Section 408.8 is deleted: Section 408.8.1 is deleted: Section 408.8.2 is deleted: Section 408.8.3 is deleted: Amend Section 408.9 to read: 408.9 Group R-2 Occupancies. Group R-2 occupancies shall comply with the requirements of Sections 408.9.1 through 408.9.3 and Sections 401 through 406. Group R-2 college and university buildings shall comply with the requirements of Sections 408.9.1 through 408.9.6 and Sections 401 through 406. Add Section 408.9.4 to read: 408.9.4 First Emergency Evacuation Drill. The first emergency evacuation drill of each school year shall be conducted within 10 days of the beginning of classes. Add Section 408.9.5 to read: 408.9.5 Time of Day. Emergency evacuation drills shall be conducted at different hours of the day or evening, during the changing of classes, when the school is at assembly, during the recess or gymnastic periods, or during other times to avoid distinction between drills and actual fires. In Group R2 college and university buildings, one required drill shall be held during hours after sunset or before sunrise. Section 408.10 is deleted: Section 408.10.1 is deleted: Section 408.10.2 is deleted: Section 408.10.3 is deleted: Section 408.10.4 is deleted: Section 408.10.5 is deleted: Amend Section 408.11.1.2 to read: 408.11.1.2 Revisions. The lease plans shall be revised annually or as often as necessary to keep them current. Chapter 5 FIRE SERVICE FEATURES SECTION 503 FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS ROADS Amend Section 503.1. as follows: 503.1 Where required. Fire apparatus access roads shall be provided and maintained in accordance with Sections 503.1.1 through 503.1.2 and as per Fire Department access road Standards. Amend Section 503.1.1 as follows: 503.1.1 Building 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 of this section and shall extend within 150 feet (45,720 mm) of 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. When the building is equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, 903.3.1.2 or 903.3.1.3, the dimension may be increased to 300 feet. 2. When #ire 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. Amend Section 503.2.1 as follows: 503.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 20 feet (6096 mm), except for approved security gates in accordance with Section 503.6, and an unobstructed vertical clearance of 13 feet 6 inches (4115 mm). Exception: When there are not more than two Group R, Division 3, or Group U occupancies, the access road width may be modified by the fire code official. Add Section 503.7 as follows: 503.7 Traffic Calming Devices. Traffic Calming Devices such as speed humps, traffic circles or other physical measures intended to control vehicle speed on fire apparatus access roads are prohibited unless approved by the fire code official. SECTION 504 ACCESS TO BUILDINGS AND ROOFS Add Section 504.4 to read: 504.4 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 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 department. Access control devices shall also comply with Chapter 10 Egress. SECTION 510 EMERGENCY RESPONDER RADIO COVERAGE Amend Section 510.1 to read follows: 510.1 Emergency responder radio coverage in buildings. All buildings shall have approved radio coverage for emergency responders within the building based upon the existing coverage levels of the public safety communications system of the jurisdiction at the exterior of the building. This section shall not require improvement of the existing public safety communications system. Emergency responder radio coverage systems shall be installed in accordance with Section 510 and Appendix J. Add Section 510.1.1 as follows: 510.1.1 Obstruction by new buildings. When in the opinion of the fire code official, a new structure obstructs the line of sight emergency radio communications to existing buildings or to any other locations, the developer of the structure shall provide and install the radio retransmission equipment necessary to restore communications capabilities. The equipment shall be located in an approved space or area within the new structure. Chapter 6 BUILDING SERVICES AND SYSTEMS SECTION 605 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT, WIRING AND HAZARDS Add Section 605.11 to read: 605.11 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 608 STATIONARY STORAGE BATTERY SYSTEMS Add Section 608.6.4 to read: 608.6.4 Failure of Ventilation System. Failure of the ventilation system shall automatically disengage the charging system. Chapter 8 INTERIOR FINISH, DECORATIVE MATERIALS AND FURNISHINGS SECTION 806 DECORATIVE VEGETATION IN NEW AND EXISTING BUILDINGS Amend Section 806.1.1 as follows: 806.1.1 Display inside buildings. The display of Christmas trees and other decorative vegetation in new and existing buildings shall be in accordance with the California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, §3.08 and Sections 806.1 through 806.5. Exceptions: Deleted Chapter 9 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS SECTION 903 AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS Amend Section 903.2 to read: 903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new and existing buildings and structures shall be provided in the locations described in this Section or in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.18 whichever is the more restrictive. For the purposes of this section, firewalls used to separate building areas shall be constructed in accordance with the California Building Code and shall be without openings or penetrations. 1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all new buildings and structures. Exception: Group A, B, E, F, I, L, M, S and U occupancy buildings and structures that do not exceed 1,000 square feet of building area. 2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout existing buildings and structures when alterations or additions are made that create conditions described in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.18. 3. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout existing buildings and structures, 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 1000 square feet of building area. 4. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all new basements regardless of size and throughout existing basements that are expanded by more than 50%. Amend Section 903.1.1 to read: 903.3.1.1 NFPA 13 sprinkler systems. Where the provisions of this code require that a building or portion thereof be equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with this section, sprinklers shall be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13 except as provided in Section 903.3.1.1.1 and local standards. 1. For new buildings having no designated use or. tenant, the minimum sprinkler design density shall be Ordinary Hazard Group 2. Amend Section 903.3.1.2 to read: 903.3.1.2 NFPA 13R sprinkler systems. Where allowed in buildings of Group R, up to and including four stories in height ,automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13R and local standards. Amend Section 903.3.1.3 to read: 903.3.1.3 NFPA 13D sprinkler systems. Where allowed, automatic sprinkler systems installed in one-and two-family dwellings and townhouses shall be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13D and local standards. Amend Section 912.2 to read: 912.2 Location. With respect to hydrants, driveways, buildings and landscaping, fire department connections shall be so located that fire apparatus and hose connected to supply the system will not obstruct access to the building for other fire apparatus. The location of fire department connections shall be approved by the fire code official. Chapter 14 FIRE SAFETY DURING CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION SECTION 1404 PRECAUTIONS AGAINST FIRE Add Section 1404.8 to read: 1404.8 Fire Walls. When firewalls are required, 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 1411 MEANS OF EGRESS Amend Section 1411.1 as follows: 1411.1 Stairways Required. Each level above the first story in new 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 new 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.). Add Section 1411.1.1 to read: Section 1411.1.1 Required Means Of Egress. All new buildings under construction shall have at least one unobstructed means of egress. All means of egress shall be identified in the prefire plan see Section 1408.2. Chapter 18 SEMICONDUCTOR FABRICATION FACILITIES SECTION 1802 DEFINITIONS Amend the following definition to read: CONTINUOUS GAS DETECTION SYSTEM. An approved gas detection system where the analytical instrument is maintained in continuous operation and sampling is performed without interruption. Analysis is allowed to be performed on a cyclical basis at intervals not to exceed 30 minutes. In occupied areas where air is re-circulated and not exhausted to a treatment system (e.g. breathing zone), the Chief may require a cyclical basis at intervals not to exceed 5 minutes. The gas detection system shall be able to detect the presence of a gas at or below the permissible exposure limit in occupiable areas and at or below '/2 IDLH (or 0.05 LC 50 if no established IDLH) in unoccupiable areas. Delete Definition: Workstation. Chapter 19 LUMBER YARDS AND WOOD WORKING FACILITIES SECTION 1907 STORAGE OF WOOD CHIPS AND HOGGED MATERIAL ASSOCIATED WITH TIMBER AND LUMBER PRODUCTION FACILITIES Add Section 1907.6 to read: 1907.6 Fire Protection Water Supply System. An approved fire protection water supply and hydrant system suitable for the fire hazard involved shall be provided for open storage yards and processing areas. Hydrant systems shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 24. SECTION 1908 STORAGE AND PROCESSING OF WOOD CHIPS, HOGGED MATERIALS, FINES, COMPOST AND RAW PRODUCT ASSOCIATED WITH YARD WASTE AND RECYCLING FACILITIES Add Section 1908.11 to read: 1908.11 Fire Protection Water Supply System. An approved fire protection water supply and hydrant system suitable for the fire hazard involved shall be provided for open storage yards and processing areas. Hydrant systems shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 24. Chapter 27 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS-GENERAL PROVISIONS SECTION 2701 GENERAL Amend Section 2701.2.2.2 to read: 2701.2.2.2 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, toxic and moderately toxic. 2. Corrosive materials. 3. Other health hazards including carcinogens, irritants and sensitizers. SECTION 2702 DEFINITIONS Amend the following definition to read: 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 necessary to ensure detection and remedy of the primary containment failure. SECTION 2703 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS Add Section 2703.1.3.1 to read: 2703.1.3.1 Toxic, Highly 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 3704.2 or 3704.3 shall be in accordance with this chapter and Chapter 37. Any toxic, highly toxic or moderately toxic material that is used or handled as a gas or vapor shall be in accordance with the requirements for toxic, highly toxic or moderately toxic gases. Add Section 2703.1.5 to read: 2703.1.5 Other Health Hazards Including Carcinogens, Irritants and Sensitizers. 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 this Section 2703. Add Section 2703.1.6 to read: 2703.1.6 Secondary Containment Requirements. A containment system shall be required for all hazardous materials, which 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. Construction shall be substantial, capable of safely and securely containing a sudden release without discharge. Design criteria shall be performance oriented and constructed of physically and chemically compatible materials to resist degradation and provide structural and functional integrity for a period of time reasonably necessary to ensure detection, mitigation, and repair of the primary system. Regardless of quantities, secondary containment for outdoor storage areas shall also comply with Section 2704.2.2.4. Monitoring of secondary containment shall be accordance with Section 2704.2.2.5. Amend Sec. 2703.2.2.1 to read: 2703.2.2.1 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 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: ~. The point of use. 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, emergency shutoff and excess flow control shall be provided. Where the piping originates from within a hazardous material storage room or area, 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 shall be provided for piping for liquid hazardous materials and for highly toxic and toxic corrosive gases above threshold quantities listed in Tables 3704.2 and 3704.3. 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. 8. 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. Amend Section 2703.2.2.2 to read: 2703.2.2.2 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 toxic, highly 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. 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 415.8.6.3 of the California Building Code as required for Group H, Division 5 Occupancies. 3. All primary piping for toxic, highly 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. Amend Section 2703.3.1 as follows: 2703.3.1 Unauthorized Discharges. When hazardous materials are released in quantities reportable under state, federal or local regulations or when there is release or a threatened release that presents a threat to health, property or the environment, the fire code official shall be notified immediately in an approved manner and the following procedures required in accordance with Sections 2703.3.1.1 through 2703.3.1.4. Add Sec. 2703.5.2 to read: 2703.5.2 Ventilation Ducting. Product conveying ducts for venting hazardous materials operations shall be labeled with the hazard class of the material being vented and the direction of flow. Add Sec. 2703.5.3 to read: 2703.5.3 "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. Amend Section 2703.9.8 to read: 2703.9.8 Separation of Incompatible Materials. Incompatible materials in storage and storage of materials that are incompatible with materials in use shall be separated. When the stored materials are in containers having a capacity of more than 5 pounds (2 kg) or 0,5 gallon (2 L), separation shall be accomplished by: 1. Segregating incompatible materials in storage by a distance of not less than 20 feet (6096 mm) and in an independent containment system. 2. Isolating incompatible materials in storage by a noncombustible partition extending not less than 18 inches (457 mm) above and to the sides of the stored material. 3. Storing liquid and solid materials in hazardous material storage cabinets. 4. Storing compressed gases in gas cabinets or exhausted enclosures in accordance with Sections 2703.8.5 and 2703.8.6. Materials that are incompatible shall not be stored within the same cabinet or exhausted enclosure. Add Sec. 2703.9.11 to read: 2703.9.11 Fire Extinguishing Systems For Workstations Dispensing, Handling or Using Hazardous Materials. Combustible and non-combustible workstations, which dispense, handle or use hazardous materials, shall be protected by an approved automatic fire extinguishing system in accordance with Section 1803.10. Exception: Internal fire protection is not required for Biological Safety Cabinets that carry NSF/ANSI certification where quantities of flammable liquids in use or storage within the cabinet do not exceed 500m1. SECTION 2704 STORAGE Amend Section 2704.2.1 as follows: 2704.2.1 Spill Control for Hazardous Material Liquids. Rooms, buildings or areas used for storage of hazardous material liquids 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 locations or similar areas in outdoor locations. 2. Liquid-tight floors in indoor locations or similar areas provided with liquid-tight raised or recessed sills or dikes. 3. Sumps and collection systems. 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. Amend Section 2704.2.2 as follows: 2704.2.2 Secondary Containment for Hazardous Material Liquids and Solids. Buildings, rooms or areas used for the storage of hazardous materials liquids or solids shall be provided with secondary containment in accordance with this section. Delete Table: 2704.2.2 REQUIRED SECONDARY CONTAINMENT FOR HAZARDOUS MATERIAL SOLIDS AND LIQUIDS STORAG E SECTION 2705 USE. DISPENSING AND HANDLING Amend Sec. 2705.4.4 to read: 2705.4.4 Emergency Alarm. When hazardous materials having a hazard ranking of 3 or 4 in accordance with NFPA 704, or toxic gases exceeding 10 cu. ft. and any amount of highly toxic compressed gases are transported through corridors or exit enclosures, there shall be an emergency telephone system, a local manual alarm station or an approved alarm-initiating device at not more than 150-foot (45,720 mm) intervals and at each exit and exit-access doorway throughout the transport route. The signal shall be relayed to an approved central, proprietary or remote station service or constantly attended on-site location and shall also initiate a local audible alarm. Chapter 31 CORROSIVE MATERIALS SECTION 3102 DEFINITIONS Add the following definition to read: CORROSIVE LIQUID. Corrosive liquid is a liquid which, when in contact with living tissue, will cause destruction or irreversible alteration of such tissue by chemical action. Examples include acidic, alkaline or caustic materials. Such material will be considered corrosive when the Ph is 2 or less or 12.5 or more, except for foodstuffs or medicine. Included are Department of Transportation and Title 22, California Code of Regulations, 66261.22 classed corrosives. Chapter 33 EXPLOSIVES AND FIREWORKS Amend Section 3301.1 to read: 3301.1 Scope. For explosives requirements see California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, Chapter 10 and section 3301.2 of this chapter. For fireworks requirements see California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, Chapter 6 and section 3301.3 of this chapter. For small arms ammunition, see Section 3301.5 of this chapter. Exceptions: 1. The armed Forces of the United States, Coast Guard or National Guard. 2. Explosives in forms prescribed by the official United States Pharmacopoeia. 3. The use of explosive materials by federal, state and local regulatory, law enforcement and fire agencies acting in their official capacities. 4. Items preempted by federal regulations. Add Section 3301.2 is to read: 3301.2 Explosives.. The possession, manufacture, storage, sale, handling, and use of explosives are prohibited. Add Section 3301.3 is to read: 3301.3 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: 1. Storage, handling and use of fireworks and pyrotechnic special effects outside of buildings when used for public or proximate audience displays, motion picture, television, theatrical and group entertainment productions and when in accordance with Title 19 of the California Code of Regulations. 2. Storage, handling and use of pyrotechnic special effects fireworks inside of buildings when used for proximate audience displays or special effects in theatrical, television, motion picture and group entertainment productions when in accordance with Title 19 of the California Code of Regulations and when in buildings equipped throughout with an approved fire sprinkler system. Add Section 3301.4 is to read: 3301.4 Rocketry. The storage, handling, and use of model rockets shall be in accordance with Title 19 of the California Code of Regulations and as approved by the Fire Code Official. Add Sections 3301.5 through 3301.5.3.2.3 to read: 3301.5 Small Arms Ammunition-General. Indoor storage and display of black powder, smokeless propellants and small arms ammunition shall comply with Sections 3301.5.1 through 3301.5.4.2.3. 3301.5.1 Packages. Smokeless propellants shall be stored in approved shipping containers conforming to DOTn 49 CFR, Part 173. 3301.5.1.1 Repackaging. The bulk repackaging of smokeless propellants, black powder and small arms primers shall not be performed in retail establishments. 3301.5.1.2 Damaged packages. Damaged containers shall not be repackaged. Exception: Approved repackaging of damaged containers of smokeless propellant into containers of the same type and size as the original container. 3301.5.2 Storage in Group R occupancies. The storage of small arms ammunition in Group R occupancies shall comply with Sections 3301.5.2.1 through 3301.5.2.3. 3301.5.2.1 Smokeless propellants. Smokeless propellants intended for personal use in quantities not exceeding 20 pounds (9 kg) are permitted to be stored in Group R-3 occupancies where kept in original containers. Smokeless powder in quantities exceeding 20 pounds (9 kg) but not exceeding 50 pounds (23 kg) are permitted to be stored in Group R-3 occupancies where kept in a wooden box or cabinet having walls of at least 1 inch (25 mm) nominal thickness. 3301.5.2.2 Black powder. Black powder intended for personal use in quantities not exceeding 20 pounds (9 kg) are permitted to be stored in Group R-3 occupancies where kept in original containers and stored in a wooden box or cabinet having walls of at least 1 inch (25 mm) nominal thickness 3301.5.2.3 Small arms primers. No more than 10,000 small arms primers shall be stored in Group R-3 occupancies. 3301.5.3 Display and storage in Group M occupancies. The display and storage of small arms ammunition in Group M occupancies shall comply with Sections 3301.5.3.1 through 3301.5.3.2.3. 3301.5.3.1 Display. The display of small arms ammunition in Group M occupancies shall comply with Sections 3301.5.3.1.1 through 3301.5.3.1.3. 3301.5.3.1.1 Smokeless propellant. No more than 20 pounds (9 kg) of smokeless propellants, each in containers of 1 pound (0.454 kg) or less capacity, shall be displayed in Group M occupancies. 3301.5.3.1.2 Black powder. No more than 1 pound (0.454 kg) of black powder shall be displayed in Group M occupancies. 3301.5.3.1.3 Small arms primers. No more than 10,000 small arms primers shall be displayed in Group M occupancies. 3301.5.3.2 Storage. The storage of small arms ammunition in Group M occupancies shall comply with Sections 3301.5.3.2.1 through 3301.5.3.2.3. 3301.5.3.2.1 Storage of Smokeless propellant. Commercial stocks of smokeless propellants not on display shall not exceed 100 pounds (45 kg). Quantities exceeding 20 pounds (9 kg), but not exceeding 100 pounds (45 kg) shall be stored in portable wooden boxes having walls of at least 1 inch (25 mm) nominal thickness. 3301.5.3.2.2 Black powder. Commercial stocks of black powder not on display shall not exceed 50 pounds (23 kg) and shall be stored in a type 4 indoor magazine. When black powder and smokeless propellants are stored together in the same magazine, the total quantity shall not exceed that permitted for black powder. 3301.5.3.2.3 Small arms primers. Commercial stocks of small arms primers not on display shall not exceed 750,000. Storage shall be arranged such that not more than 100,000 small arms primers are stored in any one pile and piles are at least 15 feet (4572 mm) apart. Chapter 34 FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS SECTION 3404 STORAGE Amend section 3404.2.7.5.8 to read: 3404.2.7.5.8 Overfill Prevention. An approved means or method in accordance with Section 3404.2.9.6.6 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 3406.4 or 3406.7 shall have overfill protection in accordance with API 2350. An approved means or method in accordance with Section 3404.2.9.7.6 shall be provided to prevent the overfilling of Class IIIB liquid storage tanks connected to fuel-burning equipment inside buildings. Exception Deleted Add section 3404.2.7.5.9 to read: 3404.2.7.5.9 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. Chapter 37 HIGHLY TOXIC AND TOXIC MATERIALS SECTION 3701 GENERAL Add Sec. 3701.3 to read: 3701.3 Moderately Toxic Gases With a LC50 Equal To Or Less Than 3000 Parts Per Million. Notwithstanding the hazard class definition in Section 3702, moderately toxic gases with an LC50 less than 3000 parts per million shall additionally comply with the requirements for toxic gases in Section 3704 of this code. SECTION 3702 DEFINITIONS The following definitions are added to read: MODERATELY TOXIC GAS. Moderately toxic gas is 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. MAXIMUM THRESHOLD QUANTITY (MAX TQ). Maximum Threshold Quantity (Max TQ) is the maximum quantity of a moderately toxic or toxic gas, which may be stored in a single vessel before a more stringent category of regulation is applied. The following equation shall be used to calculate the Max TQ: Max TQ (pounds) = LC50 (ppm) x 2 Ib. For gas mixtures containing one or more toxic, highly toxic or moderately toxic components, LC50 shall be calculated using CGA Standards P-20 and P-23 as referenced in Appendix E, Section 103.1.3.1 Amend Sec. 3704 to read: SECTION 3704 HIGHLY TOXIC. TOXIC AND MODERATELY TOXIC COMPRESSED GASES INCLUDING THOSE USED AS REFRIGERANTS. Add Sec. 3704.1.4 to read: 3704.1.4 Automatic Shut-Off Valve. An automatic shut-off valve, which is of a fail-safe to close design, shall be provided to shut off the supply of highly toxic gases for any of the following: 1. Activation of a manual fire alarm system. 2. Activation of the gas detection system. 3. Failure of emergency power. 4. Failure of primary containment. 5. Seismic activity. 6. Failure of required ventilation. 7. Manual activation at an approved remote location. Add Sec. 3704.1.5 to read: 3704.1.5 Emergency Control Station. Signals from emergency equipment used for highly toxic gases shall be transmitted to an emergency control station or other approved monitoring station, which is continually staffed by trained personnel. Add Sec. 3704.1.6 to read: 3704.1.6 Maximum Threshold Quantity. Toxic gases stored or used in quantities exceeding the maximum threshold quantity in a single vessel per control area or outdoor control area shall comply with the additional requirements for highly toxic gases of Section 3704 of this code. Moderately toxic gases stored or used in quantities exceeding the maximum threshold quantity. in a single vessel per control area or outdoor control area shall comply with the additional requirements for toxic gases of Section 3704 of this code Add Section 3704.1.7 to read: 3704.1.7 Reduced Flow Valve. All containers of materials other than lecture bottles containing Highly Toxic material and having a vapor pressure exceeding 29 psia shall be equipped with a reduced flow valve when available. If a reduced flow valve is not available, the container shall be used with aflow-limiting device. All flow limiting devices shall be part of the valve assembly and visible to the eye when possible; otherwise, they shall be installed as close as possible to the cylinder source. Add Section 3704.1.8 to read: 3704.1.8 Annual Maintenance. All safety control systems at a facility shall be maintained in good working condition and tested not less frequently than annually. Maintenance and testing shall be performed by persons qualified to perform the maintenance and tests. Maintenance records and certifications shall be available to any representative of the Fire Department for inspection upon request. Add Section 3704.1.9 to read: 3704.1.9 Fire Extinguishing Systems. Buildings and covered exterior areas for storage and use areas of materials regulated by this Chapter shall be protected by an automatic fire sprinkler system in accordance with NFPA 13. The design of the sprinkler system for any room or area where highly toxic, toxic and moderately toxic gases are stored, handled or used shall be in accordance with Section 2704.5. Add Section 3704.1.10 to read: 3704.1.10 Local Gas Shut Off. Manual activation controls shall be provided at locations near the point of use and near the source, as approved by the fire code official. The fire code official may require additional controls at other places, including, but not limited to, the entry to the building, storage or use areas, and emergency control stations. Manual activated shut-off valves shall be of a fail-safe-to-close design. Add Section 3704.1.11 to read: 3704.1.11 Exhaust Ventilation Monitoring. For highly toxic gases and toxic gases exceeding threshold quantities, a continuous monitoring system shall be provided to assure that the required exhaust ventilation rate is maintained. The monitoring system shall initiate a local alarm. The alarm shall be both visual and audible and shall be designed to provide warning both inside and outside of the interior storage, use, or handling area. Add Section 3704.1.12 to read: 3704.1.12 Emergency Response Plan. If the preparation of an emergency response plan for the facility is not required by any other law, responsible persons shall prepare, or cause to be prepared, and filed with the fire code official, a written emergency response plan. If the preparation of an emergency response plan is required by other law, a responsible person shall file a copy of the plan with the Fire Chief. Add Section 3704.1.13 to read: 3704.1.13 Emergency Response Team. Responsible persons shall be designated the on-site emergency response team and trained to be liaison personnel for the Fire Department. These persons shall aid the Fire Department in preplanning emergency responses, identifying locations where regulated materials are stored, handled and used, and be familiar with the chemical nature of such material. An adequate number of personnel for each work shift shall be designated. Add Section 3704.1.14 to read: 3704.1.14 Emergency Drills. Emergency drills of the on-site emergency response team shall be conducted on a regular basis but not less than once every three months. Records of drills conducted shall be maintained. Add section 3704.1.15 to read: 3704.1.15 Cylinder Leak Testing. Cylinders shall be tested for leaks immediately upon delivery and again immediately prior to departure. Testing shall be approved by the fire code official in accordance with appropriate nationally recognized industry standards and practices, if any. Appropriate remedial action shall be immediately undertaken when leaks are detected Add Sec. 3704.1.16 to read: 3704.1.16 Inert Gas Purge System. Gas systems shall be provided with dedicated inert gas purge systems. A dedicated inert gas purge system may be used to purge more than one gas, provided the gases are compatible. Purge gas systems inside buildings shall be located in an approved gas cabinet unless the system operates by vacuum demand. Add Sec. 3704.1.17 to read: 3704.1.17 Seismic Shutoff Valve. An automatic seismic shut-off valve, which is of a fail-safe to close design, shall be provided to shutoff the supply of highly toxic, toxic and moderately toxic gases with an LC50 less than 3000 parts per million upon a seismic event within 5 seconds of a horizontal sinusoidal oscillation having a peak acceleration of 0.3G (1.47m/sect) and a period of 0.4 seconds. Amend Section 3704.2 to read: 3704.2 Indoor Storage and Use. The indoor storage or use of highly toxic, toxic and moderately toxic compressed gases shall be in accordance with Sections 3704.2.1 through 3704.2.2.10.3.3. The threshold quantity for highly toxic, toxic and moderately toxic gases for indoor storage and use are set forth in Table 3704.2. Add Table 3704.2 to read: Threshold Quantities for Highly Toxic, Toxic and Moderately Toxic Gases for Indoor Stora a and Use Hi hl Toxic 0 Toxic 10 cubic feet Moderate) Toxic 20 cubic feet Amend Section 3704.2.1 to read: 3704.2.1 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 3704.2.1.1 through 3704.2.1.3. Amend Sec. 3704.2.1.1 to read: 3704.2.1.1 Quantities Not Exceeding the Maximum Allowable Quantity per Control Area. The indoor storage or use of highly toxic, toxic and moderately toxic gases in amounts exceeding the maximum allowable quantity per control area set forth in Table 3704.2 shall be in accordance with Sections 2701, 2703, 3701, a~ 3704.1 and 3704.2, Amend Sec. 3704.2.2 to read: 3704.2.2 General Indoor Requirements. The general requirements applicable to the indoor storage and use of highly toxic and toxic compressed gases shall be in accordance with Sections 3704.2.2.1 through 3704.2.2.10.3. Moderately toxic gases with an LC50 less than 3000 parts per million shall comply with the requirements for toxic gases in Sections 3704.2.2.1 through 3704.2.2.10.3 All other moderately toxic gases exceeding the threshold quantity shall comply with the requirements for toxic gases in Sections 3704.2.2.1 through 3704.2.2.7. Amend Sec. 3704.2.2.7 to read.: 3704.2.2.7 Treatment Systems. The exhaust ventilation from gas cabinets, exhausted enclosures, gas rooms and local exhaust systems required in Section 3704.2.2.4 and 3704.2.2.5 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 3704.2.2.7.1 through 3704.2.2.7.5 and Section 505 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 when all of the following are provided: 1.1. Valve outlets are equipped with gas-tight outlet plug 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 3704.2.2.3. Amend 3704.2.2.10.1 to read: 3704.2.2.10.1. Alarms. The gas detection system shall initiate a local alarm and transmit a signal to a constantly attended control station when ashort-term hazard condition is detected. The alarm shall be both visual and audible and shall provide warning both inside and outside the area where the gas is detected. The audible alarm shall be distinct from all other alarms. Exception Deleted Amend Section 3704.3 to read: 3704.3 Outdoor Storage and Use. The outdoor storage or use of highly toxic, toxic and moderately toxic compressed gases shall be in accordance with Sections 3704.3:1 through 3704.3.4. The threshold quantity for highly toxic, toxic and moderately toxic gases for outdoor storage and use are set forth in Table 3704.3. Add Table 3704.3 to read: Threshold Quantities for Highly Toxic, Toxic and Moderately Toxic Gases for Outdoor Stora a and Use Hi hl Toxic 0 Toxic 10 cubic feet Moderate) Toxic 20 cubic feet Amend Section 3704.3.1 to read: 3704.3.1 Applicability. The applicability of regulations governing the outdoor storage and use of highly toxic, toxic, and moderately toxic compressed gases shall be as set forth in Sections 3704.3.1.1 through 3704.3.1.3. Amend Section 3704.3.1.1 3704.3.1.1 Quantities Not Exceeding The Maximum Allowable Quantity Per Control Area. The outdoor storage or use of highly toxic and toxic gases in amounts exceeding the threshold quantity per control area set forth in Table 3704.3 shall be in accordance with Sections 2701, 2703, 3701, 3704.1, and 3704.3. Moderately toxic gases with an LC50 less than 3000 parts per million in amounts exceeding the threshold quantity in Table 3704.3 shall comply with the requirements for toxic gases in Sections 2701, 2703, 3701, 3704.1 and 3704.3. Moderately toxic gases in amounts exceeding the threshold quantity in Table 3704.3 shall comply with the requirements for toxic gases in Sections 2701, 2703, 3701, 3704.1 and 3704.3.2.1 through 3704.3.2.5. Amend Section 3704.3.3 to read: 3704.3.3 Outdoor Storage Weather Protection For Portable Tanks and Cylinders. Weather protection in accordance with Section 2704.13 and this section shall be provided for portable tanks and cylinders located outdoors and not within gas cabinets or exhausted enclosures. The storage area shall be equipped with an approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 2704.5. Exceptions Deleted CHAPTER 41 PYROPHORIC MATERIALS Add Section 4105.3.1 to read: 4105.3.1 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. Attachment 5 EXHIBIT C Title 18 BUILDING CODES AND REGULATIONS Chapter 18.04 BUILDING CODE Chapter 18.05 POST-DISASTER SAFETY ASSESSMENT PLACARD Chapter 18.06 POST-DISASTER DEMOLITION Chapter 18.07 DISASTER REPAIR AND RECONSTRUCTION Chapter 18.08 PLUMBING CODE Chapter 18.09 ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS BUILDINGS Chapter 18.10 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE Chapter 18.11 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE Chapter 18.12 MECHANICAL CODE Chapter 18.16 ELECTRICAL CODE Chapter 18.20 HOUSING CODE Chapter 18.21 STATE HISTORICAL CODE Chapter 18.24 *SWIMMING POOLS Chapter 18.26 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS Chapter 18.28 HOUSE MOVING AND OVERSIZE OBJECT MOVING Chapter 18.32 (RESERVED) Chapter 18.36 HOUSE NUMBERING Chapter 18.50 PENALTIES Chapter 18.60 IDENTIFICATION AND MITIGATION OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS BUILDINGS Chapter 18.70 WOODBURNING APPLIANCES Chapter 18.04 BUILDING CODE Section 18.04.010 Adoption of the International Building Code. Section 18.04.020 Portions not adopted. Section 18.04.030 Portions modified. Section 18.04.035 Construction debris. Section 18.04.040 Camp cars and/or trailers. Section 18.04.045 Fee schedule. Section 18.04.046 Exemption from fees. Section 18.04.052 Hours of construction -Time and noise limitations. 18.04.010 Adoption of the International Building Code. The city council adopts a 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 of 2009, Volumes 1 and 2 of the International Code Council, as amended in 2010 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 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 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. 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, and K. 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 A~er~i~ Chapter 1, 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 A~eee-i~~Chapter 1, 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, ADMINSTRATION, Section 109.6 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 permitees not later than 180 days after the date of fee payment." ,~ (c) Section 1613.8 is added to Section 1613 to read as follows: 1613.8 ASCE 7, Section 12.8.7. Modify ASCE 7 12.8.7 by amending Equation 12.8-16 as follows: Px 0 I 0= (12.8-16) Vx hsx Cd (d) Section 1704.4 Concrete Construction. Shall be modified to read: The special inspections and verifications for concrete construction shall be as required by this section and TABLE 1704.4. Exceptions: 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 specified compressive strength, f"c, no greater than 2,500 pouds per square inch (psi) (17.2 Mpa). (e) Section 1908.1.8, AC/ 318 Section 22.10.1. Delete ACI 318, Section 22.10, and replace with the following: 22.10 -Plain concrete in structures assigned to seismic design category C, D, E or F. 22.10.1- Structures assigned to Seismic Design Category C, D, E or F shall not have elements of structural plain concrete, except as follows: s ~ { innhoo / 4011 mm) , (a) 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. Exception: In detached one and two-family dwelling three stories or less in height, the projection of the footing beyond the face of the supported member is permitted to exceed the footing thickness. (b) 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.--Fex " ~ , 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. Exception: In detached one and two-family dwellings three stores or less in height and constructed with stud bearing walls, plain concrete footings per-r-ni#~ec-with at least two continuous longitudinal reinforcing bars not smaller than No. 4 are permitted to have a total area of less than 0.002 times the gross cross -sectional area of the footing. 3. , (f) Section 1910.1 General shall be amended to insert the following sentence; "The slab shall be reinforced with not less than 6"X6", 10 gauge wire mesh or an approved alternate installed at mid-height of the slab." following the first sentence of the section. (g) Section 2308.9.3 is amended by deleting Item Numbers 5 and 7. ag th~follewFng t~ltem N~ ~mb°r 7 at-4"° °nrl of +hn~.~}~no• ~~~~ i+orl +n innle~ c~ cr rt~..zsrta-vrcrTCC c v~ .' (h) Chapter 31, Section 3109.4.1 is amended to read: "The top of the barrier shall be at least 60 inches (1524 mm) above grade measured on the side of the barrier that faces away from the swimming pool. The maximum vertical clearance between grade and the bottom of the barrier shall be 2 inches (51 mm) measured on the side of the barrier that faces away from the swimming pool. Where the top of the pool structure is above grade, the barrier is authorized to be at ground level or mounted on top of the pool structure, and the maximum vertical clearance between the top of the pool structure and the bottom of the barrier shall be 4 inches (102 mm). 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." 18.04.040 Camp cars and/or trailers. A. Definition. A "camp car" and/or "trailer," subject to the provisions of this chapter, means any unit or structure designed, constructed and/or used for living or sleeping purposes or human habitation, which is equipped with wheels or similar devices for the purpose of transporting the unit and/or structure from place to place, whether by motive power or by other means. B. Building Code Requirements. Any camp car and/or trailer, as defined in Section 18.04.040, shall constitute the same as a dwelling for purpose of the requirements of the California State Division of Housing. C. Temporary Location. (1) No camp car and/or trailer shall be connected to utilities or used for living or sleeping purposes or as a place of human habitation within the city except for the same be located and maintained with a trailer park as specified under the provisions of Section 21.72.120(L), and existing nonconforming trailer parks. (2) Exception. Notwithstanding anything contained herein to the contrary, transient camp cars and/or trailers may be parked for visitation purposes for a period not to exceed fifteen days. Trailers shall not exceed eighteen feet in length and shall be parked on private property. The city building division shall be notified as to calendar dates of visitation and the address of the property. 18.04.045 Fee schedule. ~Ii~~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." 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. 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 National Holidays. 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 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, are unreasonably interfering in the reasonable use and enjoyment of adjacent properties, the building official shall notify the general contractor 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 shall be subject to the penalty(ies) as provided for in this code. (d) (1) Construction activity, under contracts awarded by the city (or redevelopment agency) 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. Chapter 18.05 POST-DISASTER SAFETY ASSESSMENT PLACARD Section 18.05.010 Intent. Section 18.05.020 Application of provisions. Section 18.05.030 Definitions. Section 18.05.040 Placards. 18.05.010 Intent. This chapter establishes standard placards to be used to indicate the condition of a structure for continued occupancy after any natural or man-made disaster. The chapter further authorizes the division of building and safety and the department of public works, as well as authorized representatives of those departments, to post the appropriate placard at each entry point to a building or structure upon completion of a safety assessment. 18.05.020 Application of provisions. The provisions of this chapter are applicable, following each natural or man-made disaster, to all buildings and structures of all occupancies regulated by the city of Campbell. The council may extend the provisions as necessary to protect the health, safety or welfare of the community. 18.05.030 Definitions. For the purpose of this chapter: "Safety assessment" means a visual, nondestructive examination of a building or structure for the purpose of determining the condition for continued occupancy following a natural or manmade disaster. 18.05.040 Placards. (a) The following are verbal descriptions of the official jurisdiction placards to be used to designate the condition for continued occupancy of buildings or structures. Copies of actual placards are set out at the end of this section as Exhibit 18.05.040. (1) "Inspected--Lawful Occupancy Permitted" is to be posted on any building or structure wherein no apparent structural hazard has been found. This placard is not intended to mean that there is no damage to the building or structure. (2) "Restricted Use" is to be posted on each building or structure that has been damaged wherein the damage has resulted in some form of restriction to the continued occupancy. The individual who posts this placard will note in general terms the type of damage encountered and will clearly and concisely note the restrictions on continued occupancy. (3) "Unsafe--Do Not Enter or Occupy" is to be posted on each building or structure that has been damaged such that continued occupancy poses a threat to life safety. Buildings or structures posted with this placard shall not be entered under any circumstance except as authorized in writing by the department that posted the building, upon establishment of suitable conditions necessary to ensure a reasonable level of safety. Safety assessment teams shall be authorized to enter these buildings at any time. This placard is not to be used or considered as a demolition order. The individual who posts this placard will note in general terms the type of damage encountered. (b) The number of the ordinance codified in this chapter, the name of the department, its address and phone number shall be permanently affixed to each placard. (c) Once it has been attached to a building or structure, a placard is not to be removed, altered or covered until done so by an authorized representative of the department or upon written notification from the department. Exhibit 18.05.040 I~ PE T ~D LAWFUL OCCUPANCY PERMITTED This- structure has been inspected tas +ndcated Dat€: betdw) arrd nc ttptparent structural hazard has beers fflund_ Time: Inspected I=xterior C#t~ly (Caution; {~ftershacks since last inspection may increase damage and risi;. ) inspected Exterior and Infierior This faci3sty Dues inspected under emergency Repnrt any unsafe ce~rrdaficn to laca8 ~uth[arities' caraditaarTS for the City of Campbel'I. Re-inspection may be required" inspector Ib~~ F1ger~cy Inspector Comments. Facilityr Name and ;4ddress: - -- Da Not. F2emave, Alter or Cover this Placard until Authorized by the Building Official of the City of Campbell per c?ry~ M c:,~+nDkseii -• lNcn~~airsa~L"a~N~ ::Pant»r ".~.~?~ ~'rJ.T-.C.ttSA~T~R 4A~F,~TY AS~FSSMmr~aT P(„Al:ARts RESTRICTED USE Caution: This structure; has tteen inspected and #aund to be datxaaged as described #~eleaw: rate: Entry, occupancy and lawful use are restricted as indicated below: L?t3 not enter the foI[c~wing areas: Brief entry atlowed for t~ca:oss k~a rxxntonts: ~~ Other restractians: Facility Rlarrae unc! Address: 'Caution: Aftershocks sinc4 last inspectit~n may ir7crease dar»age anti risk.:) This fadlify wras inspected under emergency conditiarts for the City of Camp9l. InspectorlD; Agency Do Not Removes Alter or Cover thi$ Placard until Authorized by the Building Official of the City of Cafnpbell per amity tai G~m;~etl -- !x~uniatFal C Chapter ~ZS.U5 RC45T-©35~9~(<R SJ~pCTY A9SE5SA~I~t~! i PLAi;F,Rr} E aC} NC~T ENTER OR OCCUPY THIS STRUCTURE This struct~sre has been inspected. found to t7E C7ate' seriously damaged and is unsafe to occupy as described below: Time: ` .~~ ~Cautian: Aftershocks since I~st inspection may increase damage arad risk of falling delays. J _.__ n~ ~..... `This faciiity yeas inspected under erhercfency~ conditions for the Caty of C:arnpbeti. Da not enter, except 2s specifically au€horzed Inspector 1C7J Ardency in writa:ng by ffie City of Camptaetl, Entry may result in death ar injury! _.... _, _..___.____. _.. .._ Facility Name and Address: ', Do Not Remove,. Alter or Cover this Placard until Authorized by the Building Official of the City of Gampbeli f'er Git1° n` Ca:nph~il - lufonicipak Comma `,.~~xryts!r 1F3.ilK>. t~ 74'-171:TRS rt3i S?,':~E1~Y +~,~,SF:SSM~;ti••.T -L.AC~;RC? i TMIS PLACARD 15 NOT A DEMOLITION OfiDER'; _ __ _ __ Chapter 18.06 POST-DISASTER DEMOLITION Section 18.06.010 Intent. Section 18.06.020 Application of provisions. Section 18.06.030 Definitions. Section 18.06.040 Demolition criteria. Section 18.06.050 Demolition criteria for historic buildings or structures. Section 18.06.060 Board of appeals. 18.06.010 Intent. This chapter established demolition criteria for all buildings and structures damaged, as a result of a disaster for which a local emergency has been declared by the city council, to the degree where demolition is a viable alternative to repair. 18.06.020 Application of provisions. The provisions of this chapter are applicable following each disaster when a local emergency has been declared by the city council to all buildings and structures regulated by the city of Campbell. The council may extend the provisions as necessary to protect the public health, safety or welfare. 18.06.030 Definitions. For purposes of this chapter, the following definitions apply: "Event" means any natural occurrence which results in the declaration of a disaster and shall include wind storms, earthquakes, floods and other similar incidents. "Civil engineer" means an individual registered by the state of California to practice civil engineering as defined in the state of California Business and Professions Code. "Historic building or structure" means any building or structure included on the national register of historic places, or points of interest, or a local register of historic places. Historic buildings and structures shall also include those buildings and structures within a recognized historic district wherein the specific building has historic significance. "State historic preservation officer (SHPO)" means the individual appointed by the Governor, pursuant to Section 101(b)(1) of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, to administer the State Historic Preservation Program. 18.06.040 Demolition criteria. (a) Within five days after the event, any building or structure determined by the building official after a field survey by a licensed engineer registered with the state of California that such a structure represents an imminent hazard to public health and safety, or poses an imminent threat to the public right-of-way, shall be condemned and after duly noticed and processed shall be demolished. Notification shall be to the owner and each tenant of the structure. If a liability release can be signed, private property may be recovered prior to demolition. Such a release shall be discussed with the city attorney before entry into such a building may take place. Demolition may take place after the above notice has been mailed. Notice to the owner shall be by the U.S. Postal mail service to the last known address as given in the county assessor's rolls. (1) Whenever possible, within reasonable limits as determined by the building official, the building or structure shall be braced or shored by the owner in such a manner as to mitigate the hazard to public health and safety or the hazard to the public right-of-way. (2) Whenever bracing or shoring by the owner is determined not to be reasonable, the building official shall cause the building or structure to be condemned and immediately demolished. Such condemnation and demolition shall be performed in the interest of the public health and safety without a condemnation hearing as otherwise required by this code. Prior to commencing demolition, the building official shall photographically record the entire building or structure. (b) If, after the specified time frame noted in subsection (a) of this section, any building or structure is determined by the building official to represent a hazard to the health and safety of the public, or to pose a threat to the public right-of-way, the building official shall duly notify the building owners and proceed with a condemnation hearing within ten business days of the notice in accordance with Chapter 6.10. (c) For any building or structure wherein the owner has decided to demolish rather than repair, the owner, or owner's representative, shall follow the established procedures to secure a demolition permit. 18.06.050 Demolition criteria for historic buildings or structures. (a) If within five days after the event any historic building or structure is determined by the building official to represent an imminent hazard to the health and safety of the public, or to pose an imminent threat to the public right-of-way, the building official, after obtaining a second engineering opinion, shall notify the State Historic Preservation Officer and the local historic preservation officer and the local historic preservation board, that one of the following actions will be taken: (1) Whenever possible, within reasonable limits as determined by the building official, the building or structure shall be braced or shored in such a manner as to mitigate the hazard to public health and safety or the hazard to the public right-of- way. (2) Whenever bracing or shoring is determined not to be reasonable, the building official shall cause the building or structure to be condemned and immediately demolished. Such condemnation and demolition shall be performed in the interest of the public health and safety without a condemnation hearing as otherwise required by this code. Prior to commencing demolition, the building official shall photographically record the entire building or structure. (b) If, after the specified time frame noted in subsection (a) of this section, and less than thirty days after the event, a historic building or structure is determined by the building official to represent a hazard to the health and safety of the public, or to pose a threat to the public right-of-way, the building official shall duly notify the building owner of his/her intent to proceed with a condemnation hearing within ten business days of the notice in accordance with Chapter 6.10. The building official shall notify the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in accordance with the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended in its intent to hold a condemnation hearing. (c) For any historic building or structure wherein the building official and the owner have agreed to demolish the building or structure within thirty days after the event, the building official shall submit to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, in accordance with the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, a request to demolish. Said request shall include all substantiating data. (d) If after thirty days from the event, the building official and the owner of a historic building or structure agree that the building or structure should be demolished, such action will be subject to the review process established by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 and the local historic preservation board, as amended. 18.06.060 Board of appeals. (a) The provisions of this chapter may be appealed to the city of Campbell board of appeals pursuant to Section 113,~~ Chapter 1 of the California Building Code 2010 edition. Chapter 18.07 DISASTER REPAIR AND RECONSTRUCTION Section 18.07.010 Intent. Section 18.07.020 Application of provisions. Section 18.07.030 Definitions. Section 18.07.040 Repair criteria. Section 18.07.050 Repair criteria for chimneys. Section 18.07.060 Repair criteria for essential services facilities. Section 18.07.070 Repair criteria for historic buildings or structures. Section 18.07.080 Repair criteria for un-reinforced masonry buildings and structures. Section 18.07.090 Board of appeals. 18.07.010 Intent. This chapter establishes standards and regulations for the expeditious repair and reconstruction of structures damaged as a result of a disaster for which a local emergency has been declared by the city council. This chapter does not allow exemption from the building, fire, electrical, mechanical, plumbing or other codes. 18.07.020 Application of provisions. (a) The provisions of this chapter are applicable following each disaster when a local emergency has been declared by the city council to all buildings and structures of all occupancies regulated by the city of Campbell. The council may extend the provisions as necessary to protect the public health, safety or welfare of the community. (b) When approved by the building official, the requirements of this chapter may be waived in favor of repair recommendations included in an engineering evaluation as defined in Section 18.07.030. 18.07.030 Definitions. For purposes of this chapter, the following definitions apply: "Architect" means an individual licensed by the state of California to practice architecture as defined in the state of California Business and Professions Code. "Civil engineer" means an individual registered by the state of California to practice civil engineering as defined in the state of California Business and Professions Code. "Current code" means the edition of the International Building Code, published by the International Code Conference, as adopted by the city of Campbell in accordance with operation of law pursuant to Section 18941.5 of the state of California Health and Safety Code. The edition to be applied shall be that edition in effect at the time of the declaration of a local emergency by the city council. "Engineering evaluation" means an evaluation of a damaged building or structure, or suspected damaged building or structure, performed under the direction of a structural engineer, civil engineer or architect retained by the owner of the building or structure. Engineering evaluations shall, at a minimum, contain recommendations for repair with appropriate opinion of construction cost for those repairs. "Essential service facility" means those buildings or structures which have been designated by the city council to house facilities which are necessary for the emergency operations subsequent to a disaster. "Replacement value" means the dollar value, as determined by the building official, of replacing the damaged structure with a new structure of the same size, construction material and occupancy on the same site. "Structural engineer" means an individual registered by the state of California to practice civil engineering and to use the title "structural engineer" as defined in the state of California Business and Professions Code. "Value of repair" means the dollar value, as determined by the building official, of making the necessary repairs to the damaged structure. 18.07.040 Repair criteria. (a) Section 101.1 of the International Building Code 2009 edition as published by the International Code Conference, as amended in 2010 by the State of California in the State Building Standard Regulations (Title 24), hereinafter termed the "California Building Code, "one copy of which is on file in the office of the city building official, is adopted. (b) Buildings and structures of all occupancies which have been damaged as a result of a disaster, except as otherwise noted, shall be repaired in accordance with the following criteria: (1) When the estimated value of repair does not exceed ten percent of the replacement value of the structure, the damaged portion(s) shall be restored to their pre-disaster condition. EXCEPTION: When the damaged elements included suspended ceiling systems, the ceiling system shall be repaired and all bracing required by current code shall be installed. (2) When the estimated value of repair is greater than ten percent but less than fifty percent of the replacement value of the structure, the damaged elements, as well as all critical ties, supported elements and supporting elements associated with the damaged elements, shall be repaired and/or brought into conformance with the structural requirements of the current code. (3) When the estimated value of repair is fifty percent or more of the replacement value of the structure, the entire structure shall be brought into conformance with the structural requirements of the current code. (4) In Group R, Division 3 occupancies, the repair value of damaged chimneys shall be excluded from the computation of percentage of replacement value. Damaged chimneys shall be repaired in accordance with Section 18.07.050. 18.07.050 Repair criteria for chimneys. (a) All damaged chimneys must be repaired or reconstructed to comply with the requirements of Chapter 21 of the current code. Damaged portions of chimneys shall be removed in accordance with the following criteria: (1) When the damaged portion of the chimney is located between the roof line and the top of the chimney, the damaged portion shall be removed to the roof line, provided the roof and ceiling anchorage are in sound condition. Reconstruction portion of the chimney shall be braced to the roof structure. (2) For asingle-story structure in which the damaged portion of the chimney is below the roof line or the damaged portion extends from above the roof line to below the roof line, the chimney shall be removed to the top of the damper. (3) For a multistory structure, the damaged portion of the chimney shall be removed from the top to a floor line where sound anchorage is found. (4) In any structure where the firebox has been damaged, the entire chimney and firebox shall be removed to the foundation. If the foundation is in sound condition, the firebox and chimney may be reconstructed using the existing foundation. If the foundation has been damaged, the foundation shall be removed and replaced. (b) Where existing conditions preclude the installation of all anchorage required by Chapter ~ 21A of the current code, alternate systems may be used in accordance with the alternate methods and material provision of the current code when approved by the building official. Such alternate systems shall be designed and detailed by a structural engineer, civil engineer or architect. (c) When the portion of the chimney extending above the roof line exceeds two times the least dimension of the chimney, that portion above the roof line shall be braced to the roof structure. 18.07.060 Repair criteria for essential services facilities. (a) Buildings or structures housing essential service facilities which have been damaged as a result of a disaster shall have an engineering evaluation pertormed. (b) Minimum criteria for repair shall be as follows: (1) When the estimated value of repairs is less than thirty percent of the replacement value of the structure, the damaged elements, as well as all critical ties, supported elements and supporting elements associated with the damaged elements, shall be repaired and/or brought into conformance with the structural requirements of the current code. (2) When the estimated value of repair is thirty percent or more than the replacement value of the structure, the entire structure shall be brought into conformance with the structural requirements of the current code. 18.07.070 Repair criteria for historic buildings or structures. (a) Buildings or structures which are included on a national, state or local register of historic places or which are qualifying structures within a recognized historic district, which have been damaged as a result of a disaster, shall have an engineering evaluation performed. (b) The minimum criteria for repair shall be as included in Section 18.07.040, repair criteria with due consideration given to the historical rating and nature of the structures. Additional standards and criteria, as noted in Part 8, Title 24, California Code of Regulations, the State of California Historic Building Code, shall apply. (c) Where conflicts exist between the standards contained herein and the State of California Historic Building Code, the Historic Building Code shall govern. 18.07.080 Repair criteria for un-reinforced masonry buildings and structures. (a) The X89-7 2010 California Existing Building Code, Part 10, Title 24, California Code of Regulations, the State of California Existing Building Code, one copy of which is on file in the office of the city building official, is adopted. As each subsequent edition is adopted, it shall replace the edition referenced above. (b) All damaged buildings determined to be bearing wall buildings constructed of un-reinforced masonry shall be repaired and strengthened to fully comply with the requirements of the X99.7 2010 California Existing Building Code, Part 10, Title 24, California Code of Regulations, the State of California Existing Building Code. 18.07.090 Board of appeals. The provisions of this chapter may be appealed to the city of Campbell board of appeals pursuant to Section 44-113, Chapter 1 of the California Building Code ~~ 2010 edition. Chapter 18.08 PLUMBING CODE Section 18.08.010 Adoption of the Uniform Plumbing Code. Section 18.08.020 Portions not adopted. Section 18.08.040 Fee Schedule. 18.08.010 Adoption of the Uniform Plumbing Code. The city council adopts a 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 ~99F 2009, as amended in X99-7 2010 by the State of California in the State Building Standard Regulations (Title 24), and the following appendixes, Chapter 1 Administration, A, B, D, G,--~ #-aed 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. 18.08.020 Portions not adopted. The following parts, sections and/or provisions of the California Plumbing Code are not adopted: Table 1-1. 18.08.040 Fee schedule. Section 103.4.1, shall be amended to read: "The City Council shall establish all fees by Resolution. " Section 103.4.2 Shall be amended to read: "Plan Review Fees. When a plan or other data is required to be submitted by~ Section 103.2.2, 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. " Chapter 18.09 ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS BUILDINGS Section 18.09.010 Adoption of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings. Section 18.09.020 Modifications. Section 18.09.030 Equivalency to health and safety code. 18.09.010 Adoption of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings. The city council adopts the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings to provide a just, equitable and practical method whereby buildings or structures from any cause endanger the life, limb, health, morals, property, safety or welfare of the general public or their occupants may be required to repair, vacate or demolish such dangerous buildings. All of the provisions of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings Code, 1997 edition, hereinafter termed the "dangerous building code" and each and all of the regulations, provisions and terms of such dangerous building code (one copy of which has been filed for use and examination of the public in the office of the city clerk) are referred to and are 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 dangerous building code. 18.09.020 Modifications. The following sections of the Uniform Code for Abatement of Dangerous Buildings are modified or amended as set forth below: (a) Paragraph 6 is added to Section 401.2, to read as follows: All notices issued by the Building Official to correct violations or to abate nuisances shall contain a provision notifying the owner that, in accordance with Section 17274 and 24436.5 of the California Revenue and Taxation Code, a tax deduction may not be allowed for interest, taxes, depreciation, or amortization paid or incurred in the taxable year. (b) Paragraphs 3 and 4 are added to Section 403, to read as follows: 3. Whenever the Building Official has inspected or caused to be inspected any building and has determined that the building is a substandard building, the Building Official shall commence proceedings to abate the violation by repair, rehabilitation, vacation, or demolition of the building. The Building Official shall not require the vacating of a residential building unless it concurrently requires expeditious demolition or repair to comply with this part, the building standards published in the State Building Standards Code, or other rules and regulations adopted by the City. The owner shall have the choice of repairing or demolishing. However, if the owner chooses to repair, the Building Official shall require that the building be brought into compliance according to a reasonable and feasible schedule for expeditious repair. The Building Official may require vacation and demolition or may itself vacate the building, repair, demolish, or institute any other appropriate action or proceeding, if any of the following occur: (1) The repair work is not done as scheduled; (2) The owner does not make a timely choice of repair or demolition; (3) The owner selects an option which cannot be completed within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Building Official, for any reason, including, but not limited to, an outstanding judicial or administrative order. 4. In deciding whether to require vacation of the building or to repair as necessary, the Building Official shall give preference to the repair of the building whenever it is economically feasible to do so, without having to repair more than 75 percent of the dwelling, as determined by the Building Official and shall give full consideration to the needs for housing as expressed in the City's Housing Element. Prior to ordering demolition, the Building Official shall issue written findings that (a) repair of the building is not economically feasible without having to repair more than 75 percent of the structure; and that the needs for housing as expressed in the City's Housing Element have been given full consideration. 18.09.030 Equivalency to health and safety code. The building official finds and declares that the abatement procedures set forth in this chapter are substantially equivalent to the procedures set forth in California Health and Safety Code Section 17980. Chapter 18.10 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE Section 18.10.010 Adoption of the California Existing Building Code. 18.10.010 Adoption of the California Existing Building Code. The city council adopts the California Existing Building Code, ~99~ 2010 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, current 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 si#~-sleflE-building offician 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. Chapter 18.11 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE Section 18.11.010 Adoption of the California Residential Code. Section 18.11.020 Portions not adopted Section 18.11.030 Modifications 18.11.010 Adoption of the California Residential Code. The city council adopts the California Residential Code, 2010 edition, California Residential Code, Part 2.5, Title 24, California Code of Regulations, 18.11.020 Portions not adopted. The following chapters, parts or provisions of the California Residential Code are not adopted: Appendices R. 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 11, 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 permitees not later than 180 days after the date of fee payment. " (b) An Additional sentence is added to Chapter 1, Division ll, Section R109.4 to read: "Approvals of the Building Division are granted to allow work to proceed and are not necessarily for code compliance. See Section R104.11." (c) An additional sentence is added to Chapter 1, Division 11, 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 existinq townhouses when additions are made that increase the buildinq area to more than 3, 600 square feet. Exception: A one-time addition to an existinq buildinq that does not total more than 1000 square feet of buildinq area. (e) Section R313.2 is amended to read: R313.2 One- and two-family dwellings automatic lire sprinkler systems. An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall be installed in one- and two-family dwellings as follows: 1. In all new one- and two-family dwellings and in existinq one- and two- family dwellings when additions are made that increase the buildinq area to more than 3, 600 square feet. Exception: A one-time addition to an existinq buildinq that does not total more than 1000 square feet of buildinq area. 2. In all new basements and in existinq basements that are expanded. Exception: Existing basements that are expanded by not more than 50%. (f) Section 8403.1.3 Seismic Reinforcing, first paragraph, shall be amended to read: "Concrete footings located in Seismic Design Categories Do,D ~ and D2, as established in Table 8301.2(1), shall have minimum reinforcement of at least two continuous longitudinal reinforcing bars not smaller than No. 4 bars. Bottom reinforcement shall be located a minimum of 3 inches (76 MM) clear from the bottom of the footing. " (g)Section 8506.1 General, shall be amended to add the following sentence; "The slab shall be reinforced with not less than 6'~C6'; 10 gauge wire mesh or an approved alternate installed at mid-height of the slab. " Following the first sentence of the section. (h) Table 8602.10.1.2 (2), Add new footnote `d' to the end of Table 8602.10.1.2(2), to read: d. In Seismic Design Categories Do D ~ and D2, Methods GB and PCB are not permitted. (I) Section 8602.10.2.1, shall add new subsection 8602.10.2.1.1, to read: "Limits on methods GB and PCP. In Seismic Design Categories Do,D ~ and D2, Methods GB is not permitted for use as intermittent braced wall panels, but gypsum board is permitted to be installed when required by this Section to be placed on the opposite side of the studs from other types of braced wall panel sheathing. In Seismic Design Categories Do,D ~ and D2, the use of Method PCP is not permitted. (d) Appendix G, Swimming Polls, Spas and Hot Tubs, Section AG 105 Barrier Requirements, AG105.2 Outdoorswimming pool, Subsection (1)shall be amended to read: "The top of the barrier shall be at least 60 inches (1524 mm) above grade measured on the side of the barrier that faces away from the swimming pool. The maximum vertical clearance between grade and the bottom of the barrier shall be 2 inches (51 mm) measured on the side of the barrier that faces away from the swimming pool. Where the top of the pool structure is above grade, the barrier is authorized to be a ground level or mounted on top of the pool structure, and the maximum vertical clearance between the top of the pool structure and the bottom of the barrier shall be 4 inches (102 mm). Chapter 18.12 MECHANICAL CODE Section 18.12.010 Adoption of Uniform Mechanical Code. Section 18.12.020 Portions not adopted. Section 18.12.030 Modifications. 18.12.010 Adoption of Uniform Mechanical Code. The city council adopts a 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 ~99C 2009 as published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, and amended in ~89~ 2010 by the State of California in the State Building Standard Regulations (Title 24), and the following appendixes, A, B, C and D, 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. 18.12.020 Portions not adopted. The following parts, sections and/or provisions of the Uniform Mechanical code are not adopted: Section 115.2 and Table ~--A 1-1. 18.12.030 Modifications. Sections 115.1 is amended to read: "General. The City Council shall establish all fees by Resolution." Section 115.3 is amended to read: "Plan Review Fees: When a plan or other data is required to be submitted by Section 113.2, 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." 11 1 1 rocr~on~fl Jlv " Chapter 18.16 ELECTRICAL CODE Section 18.16.010 Adoption of National Electrical Code 18.16.010 Adoption of National Electrical Code. The city council adopts the ~#e~ 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 ~99~ 2008 edition, as amended in ~89-~ 2010 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. Chapter 18.20 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE* *Note to Chapter 18.20. Section 18.20.010 Adoption of International Property Maintenance Code. Section 18.20.020 Modifications. Section 18.20.030 Utility meters. *Note to Chapter 18.20. * 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 (906 2009 Ed.), the International Building Code 0906 2009 Ed.), the Uniform Plumbing Code 0995 2009 Ed.), the Uniform Mechanical Code 0996 2009 Ed.) and the National Electrical Code 0983 2008) as part of the State Housing Law, see Health and Safety Code §17922. 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 X006 2009, 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 si~t~y~l~ 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. 18.20.020 Modifications. Section 303 Swimming Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs, Subsection 303.2 Enclosures. Is amended to read: "Private swimming polls, 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". 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. Chapter 18.21 STATE HISTORICAL CODE Section 18.21.010 Adoption of the State Historical Building Code. 18 21 010 Adoption of the State Historical Code. The city council adopts the 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 sify ^'~ 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. Chapter 18.24* SWIMMING POOLS *Note to Chapter 18.24 Section 18.24.010 Definitions. Section 18.24.020 Building permit. Section 18.24.030 General construction requirements for permanently installed pools. Section 18.24.040 General construction requirements for storable pools. Section 18.24.050 Indoor swimming pools. Section 18.24.060 Inspection. *Note to Chapter 18.24 * Prior history: Ords. 1470, 1407 and prior code §§8105.3, 8105.6 and 8105.7 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 atl 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. (I) "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. 18.24.020 Building permit. (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; (7) Other pertinent data as may be required by the building official. 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. (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. 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. 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. 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. Chapter 18.26 GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE Section 18.26.010 Adoption of Green Building Standards Code. Section 18.26.020 Modifications. Section 18.26.030 Verification. 18.26.010 Adoption of the State Green Building Code. The city council adopts the California Green Building Standards Code, Title 24, Part 11, 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. Section 18.26.020 Modifications. Section 101.3 Scope. Shall be amended to read: The provisions of this code shall apply to the planning, design operation, construction, use and occupancy of every newly constructed building or structure, unless otherwise indicated in the code, throughout the State of California. In the Citv of Campbell, the provisions of this code, chapter 5 shall apply to all non-residential remodels and tenant improvements provided all of the following conditions are present: i. Two of four building systems are modified ii. Proiect is greater than 10, 000 sp ft. iii. Protect is greater than $1 million in permit valuation as determined by the Building Official * the four systems include: envelope, lighting, interior services and HVAC It is not the intent that this code substitute or be identified as meeting the certification requirements of any green building program. Section 101.3.1 State-regulated buildings, structures and applications, sub- section (3) shall be changed to read: Low-rise residential buildings constructed throughout the State of California, and all residential buildings in the City of Campbell, including but not limited to, hotels, motels, lodging houses, apartment houses, dwellings, dormitories, condominiums, shelters for homeless persons, congregate residences, employee housing, factory-built housing and other types of dwellings containing sleeping accommodations with or without common toilets or cooking facilities regulated by the Department of Housing and Community Development. See Section 104 for additional scoping provisions. 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 preen building measures shall be provided to the enforcing agencv Alternate methods of documentation shall be acceptable when the enforcing agencv 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 preen 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 Oflrcial shall make the final determination whether a protect meets the requirements of this chapter. Chapter 18.28 HOUSE MOVING AND OVERSIZE OBJECT MOVING Section 18.28.010 Definitions. Section 18.28.020 Relocation permit required. Section 18.28.030 Inspection application. Section 18.28.040 Architectural approval. Section 18.28.050 Public hearing. Section 18.28.060 Posting of moving notice. Section 18.28.070 Moves into or within the city. Section 18.28.080 Moves outside the city. Section 18.28.090 Oversize objects. 18.28.010 Definitions. For the purpose of this chapter, certain words and phrases shall be construed as set forth in this section, unless it is apparent from the context that a different meaning is intended. (1) "Building" or "structure" as used in this chapter is defined as a roofed enclosure of not less than one hundred square feet of floor space which can be used or occupied by persons, animals or property; (2) "Person" includes individuals, firms, partnerships, associations, corporations, companies and organizations. (3) "Oversize object" includes any item or building or structure which exceeds the height, width or length maximums as specified in Sections 35109, 35251, 35401c of the California Vehicle Code. 18.28.020 Relocation permit required. No person shall move any building or structure or oversize object over, along or across any highway, street or alley in the city without first obtaining a permit in writing from the police department. Refer to Section 18.28.090. 18.28.030 Inspection application. A person seeking issuance of a permit under this chapter shall file an application for such permit with the building inspector. (1) Form. The application shall be made in writing upon forms provided by the building inspector and shall be filed in the office of the building inspector, who shall transmit one copy to the planning division. (2) Contents. The application for a house relocation inspection to move a building from outside the city into the city, or for moving a building from one location within the city to another location within the city, shall include: (A) An application fee of forty-five dollars to cover the cost of the survey and mileage to the site; (B) Copies of all building permits for the building from the jurisdiction in which it was constructed; (C) The building shall not be moved more than twenty miles distance from its proposed new location within the city; (D) The location by street address of the structure's present location; (E) The location by street address and assessor's parcel number of the lot to which the proposed building is to be moved inside the city. (3) Procedures. (A) The building division and the planning division shall by appointment with the applicant inspect the present building and the site of its future location. (B) The community development director and the building official shall make a determination in accordance with the zoning regulations and building codes permitting or disallowing the applicant to proceed any further, and notify the applicant in writing. (C) If the applicant disagrees with the decision of the building official and the community development director, the applicant may within ten days following the written decision file an appeal to the city council. The appeal must be filed in writing with the city clerk and must contain the name and address of the applicant and a general statement of the grounds of the appeal. The city clerk shall set the appeal for the next regular meeting of the city council and the appellant shall be notified in writing of the date, place, and time of the hearing. 18.28.040 Architectural approval. After receipt of written notice of approval by the community development director and building official, applicant shall apply to the planning division on the form entitled "Application for S-Approval." This form shall be completed and filed with the planning division and applicant shall be notified of the time, place, and date of the planning commission meeting for consideration of his application. 18.28.050 Public hearing. Upon the filing of the application for S-approval, the planning division shall also set a public hearing at the same planning commission meeting. 18.28.060 Posting of moving notice. Upon filing of an application to move an old or previously occupied building from one location to another location inside the city, the building division shall cause a notice to be posted on the front and rear of the proposed location, and on the front of the building proposed to be moved. Such notice shall be posted at least five days prior to the consideration of the application by the planning commission. Such notice shall have a title in letters not less than one inch in height, "MOVING NOTICE" shall give the location of the house by street number and the name and address of the applicant desiring a permit to move such building, shall set forth the date of the posting, and shall state that protests may be filed with the planning commission of the city within five days after the date of posting of such notice, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. 18.28.070 Moves into or within the city. An applicant desiring to move a building to a location in the city shall make application on a form provided by the building division "House Moving Application." (1) The house moving fee of one hundred fifty dollars; (2) Application for building permit on the standard form provided by the building division; (3) All building division fees shall be as per Section 18.02.042; (4) A city business license. 18.28.080 Moves outside the city. An applicant desiring to move a building within the city to an outside location shall make application on the form provided by the building division entitled "House Moving Application." With the application, applicant shall include: (1) A thirty dollar moving permit fee; (2) A city business license; (3) Location of sanitary sewer from Sanitation District No. 4; (4) Confirmation of worker's compensation insurance coverage; (5) Proof of public liability insurance in the amount of not less than one million dollars; (6) The applicant shall deposit with the building division the minimum sum of five hundred dollars by check, by moving bond, or any form of legal tender acceptable to the building inspector. This money shall be returned, after inspection by the building division showing the sewer is capped and the building site is returned to its original condition. 18.28.090 Oversize objects. An applicant desiring to move an oversize object through the city shall make application on a form provided by the police department. In granting a permit, the police department may require, but is not restricted to, any or all of the following conditions: (1) Specified hours of operation; (2) Specified route of travel; (3) Specified type of escort service or traffic control; (4) Proof of public liability insurance in the amount of not less than one million dollars. Chapter 18.32 (RESERVED) Chapter 18.36 HOUSE NUMBERING Section 18.36.010 Adoption of house numbering master plan. Section 18.36.020 Authority of building inspectors. Section 18.36.030 City council--Enabling provision. 18 36 010 Adoption of house numbering master plan. There is adopted a certain master plan for the city, county of Santa Clara, state of California, which plan is entitled "House Numbering and Building Numbering Plan," the plan consisting of a uniform system of house and building numbers for the city as shown upon the map attached to Ordinance No. 94 which is on file with the city clerk. Approved numbers or addresses shall be placed on all new and existing buildings in such a position as to be plainly visible and legible from the street or road fronting the property. Said numbers shall contrast with their background and be no smaller than four inches in height. 18 36 020 Authority of building inspectors. The city building inspector is authorized to receive applications for, and to assign house and building numbers in accordance with this plan and to enforce the provisions of the plan adopted in Section 18.36.010; provided, however, that when there are existing house and building numbers, the requirement for renumbering in accordance with the plan adopted in Section 18.36.010 shall not become effective until the expiration of sixty days from the effective date of the ordinance codified in this chapter. 18 36 030 City council--Enabling provision. The city council may by resolution prescribe such rules, standards and regulations for the carrying into effect of the plan adopted in Section 18.36.010, as are consistent therewith. Chapter 18.50 PENALTIES Section 18.50.010 Penalty clauses." 18.50.010 Penalty clauses.* (a) It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to violate any provision, or fail to comply with any of the requirements of this title. Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b) of this section, any person, firm or corporation violating any provision, or failing to comply with any 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 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 willfully or with knowledge of its illegality; (2) The violator does not cease or abate the violation after receiving notice of such violation; or (3) The violator has violated the same provision of this title within two years of the violation charged. (c) Each person, firm or corporation violating any provision, or failing to comply with the 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. (d) Upon notification to the violator by the building official or his or her authorized representative, arecording of the violation shall be completed by the building official with the county recorder's office by parcel number. Chapter 18.60 IDENTIFICATION AND MITIGATION OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS BUILDINGS Section 18.60.010 Adoption of the California Existing Building Code. Section 18.60.020 Compliance with Future Codes. Section 18.60.030 Mitigating Measures. Section 18.60.040 Fee Waiver. Section 18.60.050 Building Identification. Section 18.60.060 Notification and Recordation. 18.60.010 Adoption of California Existing Building Code. The city council adopts the California Existing Building Code, including appendices, for the regulation of buildings, identified as un-reinforced masonry buildings as defined by Section 8875 et seq. of the California Government Code and listed by the city of Campbell as "un-reinforced masonry buildings." Such list will be maintained by the building official who may add or delete buildings based on his inspection and/or engineering analysis. This code shall pertain to altering, 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 California Existing Building Code ~99-~ 2010 edition of the International Code Conference, hereinafter termed the: "existing building code," and each and all of the regulations, appendices, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of such building 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 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 Existing Building Code. 18.60.020 Compliance with Future Codes. Structural standards for the repair and strengthening of URM buildings shall be evaluated and updated to conform to the triennial adoption of California State Building Codes. Should State Building Codes become more restrictive than local adopted standards, State Building Codes shall be followed. 18.60.030 Mitigating Measures. Mitigating measures for un-reinforced masonry buildings (URM) for structural upgrading are as follows: A notice was sent by the Building Official to owners of all known URM buildings that their structures have been identified as URM structures. Said notices were sent by first class mail before January 15, 1990. At any time after receiving notice, the owners may voluntarily modify and strengthen their buildings to the approved standard set forth in the Conservation Code Mandatory Structural Strengthening and Abatement of URM buildings according to the requirements of the k~BS California Existing Building Code is required prior to occupancy under the following conditions: If the established occupant load of any URM building is proposed to increased by more than 10% as a result of permitted tenant improvement or permitted changes in use of the building. When an increase of 10% results in 1 person or less, a maximum increase of 2 persons will be allowed. This condition is based upon the condition and occupant load existing on July 1, 2007. All future changes shall be considered cumulative. The Building Official shall maintain the official list of occupant loads for all URM buildings in the City of Campbell. 2. If any URM building is proposed to be remodeled or modified in the course of tenant improvements to the space, strengthening shall be required if the valuation of the permitted work is determined to be in excess of the valuation threshold referenced in Section 11346.2.1, Exception 1 of the 2001 edition of the California Building Code. As referenced by the California Division of the State Architect ($116,837.68 for Year 2007). Valuation shall be adjusted and revised in accordance with the Division of the State Architect each January. 3. In all cases, all un-reinforced masonry buildings in the City of Campbell shall be strengthened in accordance with analysis, plans and specifications prepared by a licensed civil or structural engineer in compliance with provisions of the {~S~E} California Existing Building Code by no later than January 1, 2018. URM buildings not in compliance by January 1, 2018 shall be vacated and posted for limited occupancy until such time that compliance is made 18.60.040 Fee Waiver. Owners submitting applications for strengthening their URM buildings in compliance with the requirements of this chapter shall be allowed a 50% waiver of Building Permit and Plan Review fees typically charged by the City of Campbell Building Inspection Division. Fee waiver does not apply to work not related to URM structural abatement. 18.60.050 Building Identification. The Building Official shall maintain a list of properties that have been identified as Un-reinforced Masonry Buildings (URM) and as such are assigned occupant loads per Chapter 10 of the California Building Code 2001 edition. Properties completing strengthening according to the requirements of this chapter shall be removed from this list. Properties not currently on this list and found to be Un-reinforced Masonry Buildings shall be added to this list and owners formally notified upon discovery. Occupant loads are established based upon Table 10-A of the California Building Code 2001 edition. 18.60.060 Notification and Recordation. The Building Official shall make official recordation of Un-reinforced Masonry Building status with the Santa Clara County Recorder's Office on all properties with existing URM buildings. Owners of all identified URM buildings shall also be notified by first class mail of the status of their building and current City of Campbell Municipal Code dealing with the mitigation of URM buildings on a regular 3 year basis beginning January 1 2008. Upon said buildings being retrofitted, strengthened and/or demolished, recordation shall be removed. Chapter 18.70 WOODBURNING APPLIANCES Section 18.70.010 Purpose. Section 18.70.020 Definitions. Section 18.70.030 Residential installations. Section 18.70.040 Commercial installations. Section 18.70.050 Gas fireplaces. Section 18.70.060 Unauthorized appliances prohibited. Section 18.70.070 Additions, alterations or repairs. Section 18.70.080 Certification. Section 18.70.090 Burning of specific materials prohibited. 18.70.010 Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to reduce wood smoke pollution in order to improve and maintain air quality conditions in the city and protect and enhance the health and quality of life of its citizens, as well as contribute to improvements. in regional air quality by reducing air pollutant emissions from wood-burning fireplaces. 18.70.020 Definitions. (a) "Bay area air quality management district" means the air quality agency for the San Francisco Bay Area pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Section 40200. (b) "E.P.A." means United States Environmental Protection Agency. (c) "E.P.A. certified wood heater" means any wood heater that meets the standards in Title 40, Part 60, Subpart AAA, Code of Federal Regulations in effect at the time of installation and is certified and labeled pursuant to those regulations. (d) "Fireplace" means any permanently installed masonry or factory-built wood- burning appliance, except apellet-fueled wood heater, designed to be used with an air-to-fuel ratio greater than or equal to thirty-five to one. Excluded from this definition are devices intended to be solely used for preparation of food (e.g., wood burning ovens, outdoor barbeques). (e) "Garbage" means all solid, semisolid and liquid wastes generated from residential, commercial and industrial sources, including trash, refuse, rubbish, industrial wastes, asphalt based products, manure, vegetable or animal solids and semisolid wastes, and other discarded solid and semisolid wastes. (f) "Gas fireplace" means any device designated to burn natural gas in a manner that simulates the appearance of awood-burning fireplace. (g) "Masonry fireplace" means a fire chamber of solid masonry units such as bricks, stones, or masonry units constructed on a foundation and provided with a suitable chimney. (h) "Pellet-fueled wood heater" means any wood heater that operates on wood pellets. (i) "Wood-burning appliance" means fireplace, wood heater, or pellet-fired wood heater or any similar device burning any solid fuel used for aesthetic or space- heating purposes. 18.70.030 Residential installations. All wood-burning appliances installed in new residential units orwood-burning appliances being added to or replacing wood-burning appliances in existing residential units shall comply with this chapter. 18.70.040 Commercial installations. All wood-burning appliances installed in new commercial buildings or wood-burning appliances being added to or replacing wood-burning appliances in existing commercial buildings shall comply with this chapter. Commercial buildings shall include, but not be limited to, hotels and restaurants. 18.70.050 Gas fireplaces. Gas fireplaces shall be exempt from this chapter. However, the conversion of a gas fireplace to burn wood shall constitute the installation of awood-burning appliance and shall be subject to the requirements of the chapter. 18.70.060 Unauthorized appliances prohibited. No person shall install awood- burning appliance that is not one of the following: (1) Apellet-fueled wood heater; (2) An E.P.A. certified wood heater; or, (3) A fireplace certified by the E.P.A., should the E.P.A. develop a fireplace certification program. 18.70.070 Additions, alterations or repairs. Awood-burning appliance shall comply with this chapter, if: (1) The appliance is reconstructed; and, (2) Any of the following type of work is done, the cost of which exceeds five thousand dollars: (A) Additions, alterations, or repairs to the appliance; or, (B) Remodel or renovation work which requires opening up walls within twelve inches of the appliance. (3) The amount set forth in subsection (2) shall be adjusted by the building official on an annual basis according to the increase in consumer price index in increments no less than one hundred dollars. 18.70.080 Certification. Any person who plans to install awood-burning appliance must submit documentation to the building official demonstrating that the appliance is apellet-fueled wood heater, or an EPA certified wood heater. 18.70.090 Burning of specific materials prohibited. It is unlawful to burn garbage, plastics, rubber, paints, solvents, oil, treated wood products, particle board, glossy or treated paper, coal, or any other material that produces noxious or toxic emissions when burned in awood-burning fireplace.