04-05-21-Ordinance-Establishing the Building Inspection Department-04/19/2021ORDINANCE # 04-05-21
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANGER, TEXAS
AMENDING CHAPTER 3 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, ARTICLE 3.100 "BUILDING
INSPECTION DEPARTMENT ESTABLISHED", ARTICLE 3.200 'BUILDING CODE",
ARTICLE 3.300 "PLUMBING CODE", ARTICLE 3.400 "MECHANICAL CODE",
ARTICLE 3.500 "ELECTRICAL CODE", ARTICLE 3.600 "RESIDENTIAL CODE",
ARTICLE 3.2200 "REGULATING PLACEMENT OF GAS AND ELECTRIC METERS ON
ALL NEW SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS", ARTICLE 3.2500 "ENERGY
CONSERVATION CODE", ARTICLE 3.2600 "FUEL GAS CODE", ARTICLE 3.2700
"EXISTING BUILDING CODE", ARTICLE 2.900 SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE;
PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SANGER, TEXAS:
Section 1. That Chapter 3 of the Code of Ordinances, City of Sanger, Texas is hereby
amended to read as follows:
ARTICLE 3.100 BUILDING INSPECTION DEPARTMENT
ESTABLISHED
(a) There is hereby established a building inspection department to enforce the building codes
adopted by the City of Sanger, Texas, to insure and safeguard life and limb, health, property and public
welfare.
(b) There is hereby established a position of building official to be head of said division, who shall
be solely responsible for all matters relative to construction, inspection and enforcement of these
codes. The building official of this city shall be appointed by the City Manager or his or her designee,
and shall have the powers and duties prescribed for the 'Building Official" by the International
Building Code.
(c) The building official shall be responsible for the issuance of citations to any person, firm
or corporation which is found to be in violation of any building codes or city ordinances, after all
other attempts to correct the problem have failed.
ARTICLE 3.200 BUILDING CODE
See.3.201 Adopted
The International Building Code, 2018 Edition as published by the International Code Council is
hereby adopted for the purpose of establishing rules and regulations for the construction, erection,
alteration, moving, demolition, repair, use, and occupancy of any building or structure within the
city. One (1) copy of said code is incorporated herein by reference and shall be kept on file in the
office of the building official. Fees are as set forth in the fee schedule in the appendix of this code.
**Sec. 3.202 Amendments
"The references in the following sections of the 2018 International Building Code to square feet of fire
areas are amended to read "6,000 square feet," to wit:
§§903.2.1.1(1), 903.2.1.3(1), 903.2.1.4(1), and 903.2.3(1)
**Section 101.4; change to read as follows:
101.4 Referenced codes. The other codes listed in Sections 101.4.1 through 101.4.8 and referenced
elsewhere in this code, when specifically adopted, shall be considered part of the requirements of this
code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Whenever amendments have been adopted to
the referenced codes and standards, each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to
reference the amendments as well. Any reference to NFPA 70 or the Electrical Code shall mean the
Electrical Code as adopted.
**Section 101.4.7; add the following:
101.4.7 Electrical. The provisions of the Electrical Code shall apply to the installation of
electrical systems, including alterations, repairs, replacement, equipment, appliances,
fixtures, fittings and appurtenances thereto.
**Section 103 and 103.1 amend to insert the Department Name
SECTION 103
BUILDING INSPECTION DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF SANGER
103.1 Creation of enforcement agency. The Building Inspection Department of the City of Sanger is
hereby created and the official in charge thereof shall be known as the building official.
**Section 105.2 Work exempt from permit, under sub -title entitled "Building" delete items 2, and 10 and
renumber as follows:
Building:
1.
(Unchanged)
2.
Delete this exemption
3-
2.(Unchanged)
4
3.(Unchanged)
4.(Unchanged)
6
5.(Unchanged)
7.
6.(Unchanged)
8
7.(Unchanged)
8.(Unchanged)
10.
Delete this exemption
9.(Unchanged)
10.(Unchanged)
11. (Unchanged)
"Section 109; add Section 109.7 to read as follows:
109.7 Re -inspection Fee. A fee as established by city council resolution may be charged when:
1. The inspection called for is not ready when the inspector arrives;
2. No building address or permit card is clearly posted;
3. City approved plans are not on the job site available to the inspector;
4. The building is locked or work otherwise not available for inspection when called;
5. The job site is red -tagged twice for the same item;
6. The original red tag has been removed from the job site.
7. Failure to maintain erosion control, trash control or tree protection.
Any re -inspection fees assessed shall be paid before any more inspections are made on that job site.
"Section 109, add Section 109.8,109.8.1, 109.8.2 and 109.9 to read as follows:
109.8 Work without a permit.
109.8.1 Investigation. Whenever work for which a permit is required by this code has been commenced
without first obtaining a permit, a special investigation shall be made before a permit may be issued for
such work.
109.1.2 Fee. An investigation fee, in addition to the permit fee, shall
109.9 Unauthorized cover up fee. Any work concealed without first obtaining the required inspection
in violation of Section 110 shall be assessed a fee as established by the city fee schedule.
"Section 110.3.5, Lath, gypsum board and gypsum panel product inspection; Delete exception
"Section 202; amend definition of Ambulatory Care Facility as follows:
AMBULATORY CARE FACILITY. Buildings or portions thereof used to provide medical,
surgical, psychiatric, nursing or similar care on a less than 24-hour basis to individuals who are
rendered incapable of self-preservation by the services provided. This group may include but not be
limited to the following:
- Dialysis centers
- Sedation dentistry
- Surgery centers
- Colonic centers
- Psychiatric centers
"Section 202, add definition of Assisting Living Facilities to read as follows.
ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES. A building or part thereof housing persons, on a 24-hour
basis, who because of age, mental disability or other reasons, live in a supervised residential
environment which provides personal care services. The occupants are capable of responding to an
emergency situation without physical assistance from staff
**Section 202; change definition of "Atrium" as follows:
ATRIUM. An opening connecting three or more stories... Balance remains unchanged
**Section 202; amend definition of "High -Rise Building" to read as follows:
HIGH-RISE BUILDING. A building with an occupied floor located more than 55 feet (16764 nun)
above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
**Section 202; amend definition of "Repair Garage" to read as follows:
REPAIR GARAGE. A building, structure or portion thereof used for servicing or repairing motor vehicles.
This occupancy shall also include garages involved in minor repair, modification and servicing of motor
vehicles for items such as lube changes, inspections, windshield repair or replacement, shocks, minor part
replacement and other such minor repairs.
**Section 202; amend definition of "Special Inspector" to read as follows:
SPECIAL INSPECTOR. A qualified person employed or retained by an approved agency who shall prove
to the satisfaction of the registered design professional in responsible charge and the Building Official as
having the competence necessary to inspect a particular type of construction requiring special inspection.
**Section 303.1.3; add a sentence to read as follows:
303.1.3 Associated with Group E occupancies. A room or space used for assembly purposes that is
associated with a Group E occupancy is not considered a separate occupancy, except when applying the
assembly requirements of Chapter 10 and 11.
**Section 304.1; add the following to the list of occupancies:
Fire stations
Police stations with detention facilities for 5 or less
**Section 30Z1.1; add the following sentence to Exception 4:
4. Cleaning establishments... (text unchanged) ... with Section 707 or 1-hour horizontal
assemblies constructed in accordance with Section 711 or both. See also IFC Chapter 21, Dry
Cleaning Plant provisions.
**Section 403.1, Exception 3; change to read as follows:
3. The open-air portions of buildings [remainder unchanged]
**Section 403.3, Exception; delete item 2
**Section 403.3.2 change to read as follows:
[F] 403.3.2 Water supply to required fire pumps. In buildings that are more than 420 120 feet (36.5 m)
in building height, required fire pumps shall be supplied by connections to no fewer than two water mains
located in different streets. Separate supply piping shall be provided between each connection to the water
main and the pumps. Each connection and the supply piping between the connection and the pumps shall
be sized to supply the flow and pressure required for the pumps to operate.
Exception: {No change to exception.)
"Section 404.5, delete Exception.
"Section 406.3.5.1; add sentence read as follows:
A fire separation is not required between a Group R-2 and U carport provided that the carport is entirely
open on all sides and that the distance between the two is at least 10 feet (3048 mm)
"Section 506.2; delete the following sentence from table
i. The maximum allowable area for a single -story nonsprinklered Group U greenhouse is permitted
to be 9000 square feet or the allowable area shall be permitted to comply with Table C102.1 of
Appendix C.
"Section 506.2.2; add sentence to read as follows:
506.2.2 Open Space Limits. Such open space shall be either on the same lot or dedicated for public use
and shall be accessed from a street or approved fire lane. In order to be considered as accessible, if not in
direct contact with a street or fire lane, a minimum 10-foot- w i d e pathway meeting fire department
access fi•om the street or approved fire lane shall be provided.
"Section 506.3.1; add sentence to read as follows:
Section 506.3.1 Minimum Percentage of perimeter. [Existing Text to remain]
In order to be considered as accessible, if not in direct contact with a street or fire lane, a minimum 10-
foot-wide pathway meeting fire department access from the street or approved fire lane shall be provided.
"Section 602.1.1; add sentence to read as follows:
602.1.1 Minimum Requirements. [Existing Text to remain]
Where a building contains more than one distinct type of construction, the building shall comply with the
most restrictive area, height, and stories, for the lesser type construction or be separated by fire walls.
"Section 708.4.2; change sentence to read as follows:
Exceptions;
1. Buildings equipped with an automatic sprinkler system installed throughout in accordance with
Section 903.3.1.1, or in accordance with Section 903.3.1.2 provided that sprinkler protection is
provided in the space between the top of the fire partition and the underside of the floor or roof
sheathing, deck or slab above as required for systems complying with Section 903.3.1.1. Portions
of buildings containing concealed spaces filled with noncombustible insulation as permitted for
sprinkler omission shall not apply to this exception for draftstopping. [Remainder unchanged]
"Section 712.1.9, change item 4 to read as follows:
5. Is not open to a corridor in Group I and H occupancies.
"Section 718.3; change sentence to read as follows:
718.3 Draftstopping in floors. [Body of text unchanged]
Exceptions: Buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with
Section 903.3.1.1 and provided that in combustible construction, sprinkler protection is provided in
the attic space.
**Section 718.4, change sentence to read as follows:
718.4 Draftstopping in attics. [Body of text unchanged]
Exceptions: Buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with
Section 903.3.1.1 and provided that in combustible construction, sprinkler protection is provided in
the attic space.
**Section 9; refer to:
The International Fire Code as amended by City of Sanger.
**Section 1006.2.2.7; add a new Section 1006.2.2.7 as follows:
1006.2.2.7 Electrical Rooms. For electrical rooms, special exiting requirements may apply. Reference
the electrical code as adopted.
**Section]009.8; add the following Exception 7.
1009.8 Two Way Communication. A two-way communication system complying with Sections
1009.8.1 and 1009.8.2 shall be provided at the landing serving each elevator required to be accessible
on each accessible floor that is one or more stories above or below the level of exit discharge.
Exceptions:
7. Buildings regulated under State Law and built-in accordance with State registered plans,
including variances or waivers granted by the State, shall be deemed to be in compliance with the
requirements of Section 1009 and chapter 11.
**Section 1010.1.9.5 Bolt Locks; amend exceptions 3 and 4 as follows:
Exceptions:
3. Where a pair of doors serves an occupant load of less than 50 persons in a Group B, F, M or S
occupancy. {Remainder unchanged)
4. Where a pair of doors serves a Group A, B, F, M or S occupancy {Remainder unchanged}
**Section 10.75.8; amend text as follows:
1. Operable windows where the top of the sill of the opening is located more than 55 feet (16 764
mm) above the finished grade or other surface below and that are provided with window fall
prevention devices that comply with ASTM F 2006.
**Section 1029.1.1.1 Spaces under grandstands and bleachers; delete this section
**Section 1101.1 Scope, Add exception 1101.1 to read as follows:
Exception:
Components of projects regulated by and registered with Architectural Barriers Division of Texas
Department of Licensing and Regulation shall be deemed to be incompliance with the
requirements of this chapter.
Table 1505.1; delete footnote c and replace footnote b with the following:
b. Non -classified roof coverings shall be permitted on buildings of U occupancies having not
more than 120 sq. ft. of protected roof area. When exceeding 120 sq. ft. of protected roof area,
buildings of U occupancies may use non -rated non-combustible roof coverings. c. [delete]
**Section 1505. 7, delete the section
**Section 1511.1; add a sentence to read as follows:
1511.1 General. Materials and methods of applications used for recovering or replacing an existing
roof covering shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 15. All individual replacement shingles
or shakes shall be in compliance with the rating required by Table 1505.1.
{text of exception unchanged)
**Section 1704.2, amend to read as follows:
1704.2 Special inspections and tests. Where application is made to the Building Official for construction
as specified in Section 105, the owner or the owner's authorized agent, or the registered design professional
in responsible charge, other than the contractor, shall employ one or more approved agencies to provide
special inspections and tests during construction on the types of work listed under Section 1705 and identify
the approved agencies to the Building Official. The special inspector shall not be employed by the contractor.
These special inspections and tests are in addition to the inspections identified by the Building Official that
are identified in Section 110.
**Section 1704.2.1; amend to read as follows:
1704.2.1 Special inspector qualifications. Prior to the start of construction and or upon request, the
approved agencies shall provide written documentation to the registered design professional in
responsible charge and the building official demonstrating the competence and relevant experience or
training of the special inspectors who will perform the special inspections and tests during construction.
[Remainder unchanged]
**Section 2901.1; add a sentence to read as follows:
[P] 2901.1 Scope. (existing text to remain) The provisions of this Chapter are meant to work in
coordination with the provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Plumbing Code. Should any
conflicts arise between the two chapters, the Building Official shall determine which provision
applies.
Table 2902.1; add footnote g to read as follows:
g . Drinking fountains are not required in M Occupancies with an occupant load of 100
or less, B Occupancies with an occupant load of 25 or less, and for dining and/or drinking
establishments.
**Add new Section 2902.1.4 to read as follows:
2902.1.4 Additional fixtures for food preparation facilities. In addition to the fixtures required in this
Chapter, all food service facilities shall be provided with additional fixtures set out in this section.
2902.1.4.1 Hand washing lavatory. At least one hand washing lavatory shall be provided for use
by employees that is accessible fiom food preparation, food dispensing and ware washing areas.
Additional hand washing lavatories may be required based on convenience of use by employees.
2902.1.4.2 Service sink. In new or remodeled food service establishments, at least one service sink
or one floor sink shall be provided so that it is conveniently located for the cleaning of mops or
similar wet floor cleaning tool and for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste. The
location of the service sink(s) and/or mop sink(s) shall be approved by the City of Sanger's health
department/designee.
**Section 3001.2 Emergency Elevator Communication Systems for the deaf, hard of hearing and
speech impaired; delete this section
**Section 3002.1; Hoistway Enclosure Protection required. Add exceptions to 3002.1 as follows:
Exceptions:
1. Elevators completely located within atriums shall not require hoistway enclosure
protection.
2. Elevators in open or enclosed parking garages that serve only the parking garage, shall not
require hoistway enclosure protection.
**Section 3005.4; Machine room, control rooms, machinery spaces and control spaces; delete text as
follows:
Elevator machine rooms, control rooms, control spaces and machinery spaces outside of but attached
to a hoistway that have openings into the hoistway shall be enclosed with fire barriers constructed in
accordance with Section 707 or horizontal assemblies constructed in accordance with Section 711, or
both.
Revise text to read:
Elevator machine rooms, control rooms, control spaces and machinery spaces shall be enclosed with fire
barriers constructed in accordance with Section 707 or horizontal assemblies constructed in accordance
with Section 711, or both.
**Section 3005.4 Machine rooms, control rooms, machinery spaces and control spaces; Delete
exceptions and add two new exceptions to Section 3005.4 as follows:
Exceptions.
1. Elevator machine rooms, control rooms, machinery spaces and control spaces completely located
within atriums shall not require enclosure protection.
2. Elevator machine rooms, control rooms, machinery spaces, and control spaces in open or
enclosed parking garages that serve only the parking garage, shall not require enclosure
protection.
**Section 3005.7; add a Section 3005.7 as follows:
3005.7 Fire Protection in Machine rooms, control rooms, machinery spaces and control spaces.
3005.7.1 Automatic sprinkler system. The building shall be equipped throughout with an automatic
sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, except as otherwise permitted by Section
903.3.1.1.1 and as prohibited by Section 3005.7.2.1.
3005.7.2.1 Prohibited locations. Automatic sprinklers shall not be installed in machine rooms, elevator
machinery spaces, control rooms, control spaces and elevator hoist -ways.
3005.7.2.2 Sprinkler system monitoring. The sprinkler system shall have a sprinkler control valve
supervisory switch and water -flow initiating device provided for each floor that is monitored by the
building's fire alarm system.
3005.7.3 Water protection. An approved method to prevent water from infiltrating into the hoistway
enclosure from the operation of the automatic sprinkler system outside the elevator lobby shall be
provided.
3005.7.4 Shunt trip. Means for elevator shutdown in accordance with Section 3005.5 shall not be
installed.
"Section 3005.8, add Section 3005.8 as follows:
3005.8 Storage _Storage shall not be allowed within the elevator machine room, control room, machinery
spaces and or control spaces. Provide approved signage at each entry to the above listed locations stating:
"No Storage Allowed.
"Section 3006.2; amend text as follows:
5. The building is a high rise and the elevator hoistway is more than 55 feet (16 764 min) in height. The
height of the hoistway shall be measured from the lowest floor at or above grade to the highest floors
served by the hoistway.
Option B
Section 3006.2, Hoistway opening protection required; Revise text as follows:
5. The building is a high rise and the elevator hoistway is more than 55 feet (16 764 mm.) in height. The
height of the hoistway shall be measured from the lowest floor at or above at grade to the highest floors
served by the hoistway.
ARTICLE 3.300 PLUMBING CODE
See.3.301 Adopted
The International Plumbing Code, 2018 Edition as published by the International Code Council is hereby
adopted for the purpose of providing minimum requirements and standards for the protection of the
public's health, safety and welfare. One (1) copy of said code is incorporated herein by reference and shall
be kept on file in the office of the building official. Fees are as set forth in the fee schedule in the appendix
of this code.
Sec.3.302 Amendments
"Table of Contents, Chapter 7, Section 714; change to read as follows:
714 Engineered Drainage Design ................... 69
"Section 102.8; change to read as follows:
102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be
those that are listed in Chapter 15 and such codes, when specifically adopted, and standards shall be
considered as part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference.
Where the differences occur between provisions of this code and the referenced standards, the
provisions of this code shall be the minimum requirements. Whenever amendments have been
adopted to the referenced codes and standards, each reference to said code and standard shall be
considered to reference the amendments. Any reference to NFPA 70 or the National Electrical Code
shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
"Sections 106.6.2 and 106. 6.3; change to read as follows:
106.6.2 Fee schedule. The fees for all plumbing work shall be as adopted by resolution of the
governing body of the jurisdiction.
106.6.3 Fee Refunds. The code official shall establish a policy for authorizing the refunding of fees
{Delete balance of section}
"Section 109; Delete entire section and insert the following:
Section 109 MEANS OF APPEAL
109.1 Application for appeal. Any person shall have the right to appeal a decision of the code official to
the board of appeals established by ordinance. The board shall be governed by the enabling ordinance.
"Section 305, change to read as follows:
305.1 Protection against contact. Metallic piping, except for cast iron, ductile iron and
galvanized steel, shall not be placed in direct contact with steel framing members, concrete or
cinder walls and floors or other masonry. Metallic piping shall not be placed in direct contact
with corrosive soil. Where sheathing is used to prevent direct contact, the sheathing shall have a
thickness of not less than 0.008 inch (8 ml) (0.203 mm) and the sheathing shall be made of
approved material plastic. Where sheathing protects piping that penetrates concrete or masonry
walls or floors, the sheathing shall be installed in a manner that allows movement of the piping
within the sheathing.
305.4.1 Sewer depth. Building sewers shall be a minimum of 12 inches 304 mm) below
grade.
"Section 305.7; change to read as follows:
305.7 Protection of components of plumbing system. Components of a plumbing system installed
within 3 feet along alleyways, driveways, parking garages or other locations in a manner in which they
could be exposed to damage shall be recessed into the wall or otherwise protected in an approved
manner.
"Section314.2.1; change to read as follows:
314.2.1 Condensate disposal. Condensate from all cooling coils and evaporators shall be conveyed
from the drain pan outlet to an approved place of disposal.... {text unchanged} ... Condensate shall
not discharge into a street, alley, sidewalk, rooftop, or other areas so as to cause a nuisance.
**Section 314.2.2; delete material CPVC
**Section413.4; change to read as follows:
412.4 Required location for floor drains. Floor drains shall be installed in the following areas.
1. In public coin -operated laundries and in the central washing facilities of multiple family
dwellings, the rooms containing automatic clothes washers shall be provided with floor drains
located to readily drain the entire floor area. Such drains shall have a minimum outlet of not
less than 3 inches (76 mm) in diameter.
2. Commercial kitchens. In lieu of floor drains in commercial kitchens, the code official may
accept floor sinks.
3. Public restrooms.
**Section 502.3; change to read as follows:
502.3 Water heaters installed in attics. Attics containing a water heater shall be provided ... {bulk of
paragraph unchanged) ... side of the water heater. The clear access opening dimensions shall be a minimum
of 20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm by 762 mm), where such dimensions are large enough to allow removal
of the water heater. As a minimum, for access to the attic space, provide one of the following:
1. A permanent stair.
2. A pull down stair with a minimum 300 lb (136 kg) capacity.
3. An access door from an upper floor level.
4. Access Panel may be used in lieu of items 1, 2, and 3 with prior approval of the Code
Official due to building conditions.
Exceptions:
1. The passageway and level service space are not required where the appliance is capable of being
serviced and removed... {remainder of section unchanged}
**Section 502.6, Add Section 502.6 to read as follows:
502.6 Water heaters above ground or floor. When the attic, roof, mezzanine or platform in which a
water heater is installed is more than eight (8) feet (2438 mm) above the ground or floor level, it shall
be made accessible by a stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building.
Exception: A max 10 gallon water heater (or larger with approval) is capable of being accessed
through a lay -in ceiling and a water heater is installed is not more than ten (10) feet (3048 mm)
above the ground or floor level and may be reached with a portable ladder.
502.6.1 Illumination and convenience outlet. Whenever the mezzanine or platform is not adequately
lighted or access to a receptacle outlet is not obtainable from the main level, lighting and a receptacle
outlet shall be provided in accordance with Section 502.1.
**Section 504.6; change to read as follows:
504.6 Requirements for discharge piping. The discharge piping serving a pressure relief valve,
temperature relief valve or combination thereof shall:
1. Not be directly connected to the drainage system.
2. Discharge through an air gap.
3. Not be smaller than the diameter of the outlet of the valve served and shall discharge full size
to the air gap.
4. Serve a single relief device and shall not connect to piping serving any other relief device
or equipment.
Exception:
Multiple relief devices may be installed to a single T & P discharge piping system when
approved by the administrative authority and permitted by the manufactures installation
instructions and installed with those instructions.
5. Discharge to an approved location or to the outdoors.
6. Discharge in a manner that does not cause personal injury or structural damage.
7. Discharge to a termination point that is readily observable by the building occupants.
8. Not be trapped.
9. Be installed so as to flow by gravity.
10. Not terminate less than 6 inches above and not less than two times the discharge pipe diameter above
the floor or flood level rim of the wall receptor.
11. Not have a threaded connection at the end of such piping.
12. Not have valves or tee fittings.
13. Be constructed of those materials listed in Section 605.4 or materials tested, rated and
approved for such use in accordance with ASME A112.4.1.
14. Be one nominal size larger than the size of the relief valve outlet, where the relief valve discharge
piping is installed with insert fittings. The outlet end of such tubing shall be fastened in place.
"Section 504. 7.I; amend to read as follows:
504.7.1 Pan size and drain to read as follows: The pan shall be not less than 11/2 inches (38 mm) in depth
and shall be of sufficient size and shape to receive all dripping or condensate fiom the tank or water heater.
The pan shall be drained by an indirect waste pipe having a diameter of not less than 3/4 inch (19 mm).
Piping for safety pan drains shall be of those materials listed in Table 605.4. Multiple pan drains may
terminate to a single discharge piping system when approved by the administrative authority and permitted
by the manufactures installation instructions and installed with those instructions.
"Section 504. 7.2; delete sentence
Where a pan drain was not previously installed, a pan drain shall not be required for replacement water heater
installation.
"Section 604.8; add Section 604.8.3 to read as follows:
604.8.3 Thermal expansion control. An expansion tank or approved device shall be installed for the
water heater with the addition of a pressure reducing valve or regulator
creating a closed system.
"Section 608.1; change to read as follows:
608.1 General. A potable water supply system shall be designed, installed and maintained in such a
manner so as to prevent contamination from non -potable liquids, solids or gases being introduced into the
potable water supply through cross -connections or any other piping connections to the system. Backflow
preventer applications shall conform to applicable local regulations, Table
608.1, and as specifically stated in Sections 608.2 through 608.16.10.
"Section 608.17.5; amend to read as follows:
608.16.5 Connections to lawn irrigation systems.
The potable water supply to lawn irrigation systems shall be protected against backflow by an atmospheric -
type vacuum breaker, a pressure -type vacuum breaker, a double-check assembly or a reduced pressure
principle backflow preventer. A valve shall not be installed downstream from an atmospheric vacuum
breaker. Where chemicals are introduced into the system, the potable water supply shall be protected
against backflow by a reduced pressure principle backflow preventer.
"Section 608.18; change to read as follows:
608.17 Protection of individual water supplies. An individual water supply shall be located
and constructed so as to be safeguarded against contamination in accordance with applicable
local regulations. Installation shall be in accordance with Sections 608.17.1 through 608.17.8.
"Section 703.6, Delete
"Section 704.5; added to read as follows:
704.5 Single stack fittings. Single stack fittings with internal baffle, PVC schedule 40 or cast iron single
stack shall be designed by a registered engineer and comply to a national recognized standard.
"Section 705.11.1; amend to read as follows:
705.11.1 Solvent cementing. Joint surfaces shall be clean and free from moisture. A purple primer that
conforms to ASTM F 656 shall be applied. Solvent cement not purple in color and conforming to ASTM
D 2564, CSA B 137.3, CSA B 181.2 or CSA B 182.1 shall be applied to all joint surfaces. The joint shall be
made while the cement is wet and shall be in accordance with ASTM D 2855. Solvent cement joints shall
be permitted above or below ground.
Exception: A primer is not required where both of the following conditions apply:
1. The solvent cement used is third -party certified as conforming to ASTM D 2564
2. The solvent cement is used only for joining PVC drain, waste and vent pipe and fittings
in non -pressure applications in sizes up to and including 4 inches (102 mm) in diameter
"Section 712.5; add Section 712.5 to read as follows:
712.5 Dual Pump System. All sumps shall be automatically discharged and, when in any "public use"
occupancy where the sump serves more than 10 fixture units, shall be provided with dual pumps or ejectors
arranged to function independently in case of overload or mechanical failure. For storm drainage sumps
and pumping systems, see Section 1113.
**Section 713, 713.1; change to read as follows:
SECTION 713
ENGINEERED DRAINAGE DESIGN
714.1 Design of drainage system. The sizing, design and layout of the drainage system shall
be designed by a registered engineer using approved design methods.
**Section 803.3; added to read as follows:
803.3 Special waste pipe, fittings, and components. Pipes, fittings, and components receiving or intended
to receive the discharge of any fixture into which acid or corrosive chemicals are placed shall be constructed
of CPVC, high silicone iron, PP, PVDF, chemical resistant glass, or glazed ceramic materials.
**Section 903.1; change to read as follows:
903.1 Roof extension. Open vent pipes that extend through a roof shall be terminated at least six (6)
inches (152 mm) above the roof. Where a roof is to be used for assembly or as a promenade, observation
deck, sunbathing deck or similar purposes, open vent pipes shall terminate not less than 7 feet (2134 mm)
above the roof.
**Section 917 Single stack vent system. Delete entire section.
**Section 1003.3.9; added to read as follows:
1003.3.9 Sample Well. A 12 inch sample well shall be provided on all grease interceptors or separators.
**Section 1106.1; change to read as follows:
1106.1 General. The size of the vertical conductors and leaders, building storm drains, building
storm sewers, and any horizontal branches of such drains or sewers shall be based on six (6) inches
per hour rainfall rate
**Section 1.708.3; change to read as follows:
1108.3 Sizing of secondary drains. Secondary (emergency) roof drain systems shall be sized in
accordance with Section 1106. Scuppers shall be sized to prevent the depth of ponding water from
exceeding that for which the roof was designed as determined by Section 1101.7. Scuppers shall not
have an opening dimension of less than 4 inches (102 mm). The flow through the primary system
shall not be considered when sizing the secondary roof drain system.
Section 1109; delete this section.
Section 1202.1 delete Exception 1 and 2.
ARTICLE 3.400 MECHANICAL CODE
See.3.401 Adopted
The International Mechanical Code, 2018 Edition as published by the International Code Council is
hereby adopted for the purpose of providing minimum requirements and standards to safeguard life or
limb, health, property and public welfare. One (1) copy of said code is incorporated herein by reference and
shall be kept on file in the office of the building official. Fees are as set forth in the fee schedule in the
appendix of this code.
Sec.3.402 Amendments
**Section 102.8; change to read as follows:
102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced herein shall be those
that are listed in Chapter 15 and such codes, when specifically adopted and standards shall be
considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where
differences occur between provisions of this code and the referenced standards, the provisions of this
code shall apply. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards,
each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to reference the adopted amendments.
Any reference to NFPA 70 or the National Electrical Code (NEC) shall mean the Electrical Code as
adopted.
**Section 306.3; change to read as follows:
306.3 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access shall be provided .. .
(bulk of paragraph unchanged) ... side of the appliance. The clear access opening dimensions shall
be a minimum of 20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm by 762 mm), or larger where such dimensions are not
large enough to allow removal of the largest appliance. A walkway to an appliance shall be rated as a
floor as approved by the building official. As a minimum, for access to the attic space, provide one of
the following:
1. A permanent stair.
2. A pull down stair with a minimum 300 lb (136 kg) capacity.
3. An access door from an upper floor level.
4. Access Panel may be used in lieu of items 1, 2, and 3 with prior approval of the code official
due to building conditions.
Exceptions:
1. The passageway and level service space are not required where the appliance is capable
of being serviced and removed... (remainder of section unchanged)
**Section 306.5; change to read as follows:
306.5 Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures. . Where equipment requiring access
or appliances are located on an elevated structure or the roof of a building such that personnel will have to
climb higher than 16 feet (4877 mm) above grade to access, a permanent interior or exterior means of
access shall be provided. Permanent exterior ladders providing roof access need not extend closer than &
12 feet (2438 mm) to the finish grade or floor level below
and shall extend to the equipment and appliances' level service space. Such access shall _ _ _ {bullc of
section to read the same} ... on roofs having a slope greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33-
percent slope).... {bulk of section to read the same).
**Section 306.5.1; change to read as follows:
306.5.1 Sloped roofs. Where appliances, equipment, fans or other components that require service are
installed on roofs having slopes greater than 3 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (25% slope) or greater
and having an edge more than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade at such edge, a catwalk at least 16 inches in
width with substantial cleats spaced not more than 16 inches apart shall be provided from the roof access
to a level platform at the appliance. The level platform shall be provided on each side of the appliance to
which access is required for service, repair or maintenance. The platforms shall be not less than 30 inches
(762 mm) in any dimension and shall be provided with guards. The guards shall extend not less than 42
inches (1067 mm) above the platform, shall be constructed so as to prevent the passage of a 21-inch-diameter
(533 mm) sphere and shall comply with the loading requirements for guards specified in the International
Building Code.
**Section 306, add Section 306.6 and Section 306.6.1 to read as follows:
306.6 Water Heaters Above Ground or floor. When the mezzanine or platform in which a water
heater is installed is more than eight (8) feet (2438 mm) above the ground or floor level, it shall be made
accessible by a stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building.
Exception:
A max 10-gallon water heater (or larger with approval) is capable of being accessed through a lay -in
ceiling and a water heater is installed is not more than ten (10) feet (3048 mm) above the ground or
floor level and may be reached with a portable ladder, _
306.6.1 Whenever the mezzanine or platform is not adequately lighted or access to a receptacle
outlet is not obtainable from the main level, lighting and a receptacle outlet shall be provided in
accordance with Section 306.3.1.
**Section 307.2.2; delete material CPVC:
**Section 307.2.3; amend item 2 to read as follows:
2. A separate overflow drain line shall be connected to the drain pan provided with the equipment.
Such overflow drain shall discharge to a conspicuous point of disposal to alert occupants in the event
of a stoppage of the primary drain. The overflow drain line shall connect to the drain pan at a higher
level than the primary drain connection. However, the conspicuous point shall not create a hazard
such as dripping over a walking surface or other areas so as to create a nuisance.
**Section 403.2.1; add an item 5 to read as follows:
5. Toilet rooms within private dwellings that contain only a water closet, lavatory or
combination thereof may be ventilated with an approved mechanical recirculating fan or
similar device designed to remove odors from the air.
**Section 501.3; add an exception to read as follows:
501.3 Exhaust discharge. The air removed by every mechanical exhaust system shall be discharged
outdoors at a point where it will not cause a public nuisance and not less than the distances specified in
Section 501.3.1. The air shall be discharged to a location from which it cannot again be readily drawn in
by a ventilating system. Air shall not be exhausted into an attic, crawl space, or be directed onto
walkways.
Exceptions:
1. Whole -house ventilation -type attic fans shall be permitted to discharge into the attic space of
dwelling units having private attics.
2. Commercial cooking recirculating systems.
3. Where installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and where
mechanical or natural ventilation is otherwise provided in accordance with Chapter 4,
listed and labeled domestic ductless range hoods shall not be required to discharge to
the outdoors.
4. Toilet room exhaust ducts may terminate in a warehouse or shop area when
infiltration of outside air is present
**Section 607.5.1; change to read as follows:
607.5.1 Fire Walls. Ducts and air transfer openings permitted in fire walls in accordance with Section
705.11 of the International Building Code shall be protected with listed fire dampers installed in
accordance with their listing. For hazardous exhaust systems see Section 510.1-510.9 IMC.
ARTICLE 3.500 ELECTRICAL CODE
Sec. 3.501 Compliance with National Electrical Code
All electrical construction, alteration, replacement, repair and all material and apparatus used in connection
with electrical work and the placement and operation of all electrical apparatus in the city shall be in strict
compliance with the standards established by the 2017 Edition of the National Electrical Code as published
by the National Fire Protection Association, with local amendments is hereby adopted. One (1) copy of
said code is incorporated herein by reference and shall be kept on file in the office of the building official.
Fees are as set forth in the fee schedule in the appendix of this code.
Sec.3.502 Amendments
**Article 100; add the following to definitions
Engineering Supervision. Supervision by a Qualified State of Texas Licensed Professional
Engineer engaged primarily in the design or maintenance of electrical installations.
"Article 110.3(D)(1); add to read as follows:
110.3(D)(1); Meter Identification. On commercial sites meter shall be equipped with a brass tag
permanently affixed displaying the address that the meter is servicing.
"Section 210.8(A)(1); add to read as follows:
210.8(A) (1); Dwelling Units. In bathrooms and kitchens where Ground -Fault -Circuit -
Interruption devices are required the reset shall be located in the room served.
"Article 505. 7(A) changed to read as follows:
505.7 Special Precaution.
Article 505 requires equipment construction and installation that ensures safe performance under
conditions of proper use and maintenance.
Informational No. 1: It is important that inspection authorities and users exercise more than
ordinary care with regard to the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment in hazardous
(classified) locations.
Informational No. 2: Low ambient conditions require special consideration. Electrical equipment
depending on the protection techniques described by 505.8(A) may not be suitable for use at
temperatures lower than -20°C (-4°F) unless they are identified for use at lower temperatures.
However, at low ambient temperature, flammable concentrations of vapors may not exist in a
location classified Class 1, Zones 0,1, or 2 at normal ambient temperature.
(A) Implementation of Zone Classification System. Classification of areas, engineering and
design, selection of equipment and wiring methods, installation, and inspection shall be
performed by a qualified licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas.
Sec. 3.503 Inspections
It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to hinder the City inspector while he or she is
acting in the line of duty. He or she shall be given free and prompt access to all buildings, whether
public or private, or to any other place he or she deems necessary to the proper inspection of any electrical
wiring or apparatus within the City of Sanger. No electrical apparatus, device or wire which in the opinion
of the City inspector might cause a hazard to human life, shall be constructed or maintained, and the City
inspector shall have the right, through the authority of the city council, to discontinue electric current
supplying the building or place in which such hazard exists until such time as said hazard is removed or
remedied to the satisfaction of said electrical inspector. Prior to taking such action, notification of the
intent to discontinue the power will be provided to the customer unless deemed an emergency situation
that requires immediate action Upon notification by the City inspector, the Sanger Electric Utilities is
hereby authorized to immediately cut off, or cause to be cut off, any and all electrical power from any
room, building, power line or district when public safety so demands, or for any other reason deemed
sufficient by said City inspector.
Sec.3.504 Licenses
(a) Valid License Required. It shall be unlawful for any person to install electric wiring or apparatus or
to make any repairs, alterations, additions, or changes to electric wiring or apparatus used in connection
with electric lighting, heating or power unless such person shall have previously obtained a master or
journeyman electrician's license.
Sec. 3.505 Registration Required
Any company, firm, corporation, association or co -partnership wishing to engage in the business of
installing, repairing, changing or altering any electrical wiring or apparatus, shall register with the
City providing proof of valid state licensing and insurance prior to issuance of a permit.
Sec. 3.506 Electrical Work Permits
(a) Work Permit Required. It shall be unlawful for any person to install, change, alter or repair any
electric wiring or apparatus (except routine repairs such as the replacement of fuses and lamps, and
alleviation of short circuits), until after such person has first obtained a permit in writing to do so from the
City of Sanger, and upon the approval of such work said permit shall be returned to said City of Sanger.
(b) Electrical Permit Fees. Information and fees as set forth in the fee schedule in the appendix of
this code shall be required prior to the issuance of any permit required by this section.
Sec. 3.507 Minimum Electrical Service Standards
(1) A mast type service pole shall be required and shall be of such construction and so supported
that it will withstand the strain imposed by the service drop. The meter base must be not less than
five feet six inches (4'6"), nor more than seven feet (6) above ground. The droop pigtail shall be a
minimum of eighteen inches (18") long. The roof jack should be of rigid conduit not less than
twenty-four inches (24"), nor more than thirty-six inches (36") above roof. A support service
bracket is required. All outside air conditioners will be required to have a weatherproof nonfused
disconnect switch within eyesight on or near the unit.
(2) All newly constructed and remodels that involve an electrical meter base update shall have an
external ground that can be visually inspected by the city electric department. Ground shall be of
continuous copper (Minimum #6 Solid) conductor attached to the meter base and must be inside
a metallic conduit (which is attached to the structure) from the meter base to ground level from
where it can be buried and attached to the ground rod. Meter base and electrical panel must be
grounded independent
Sec. 3.508 Concealed Wiring
No person, firm or corporation shall conceal, or cause to be concealed, any electric wiring or apparatus,
except with the express permission of the City inspector, and the City inspector is hereby authorized to
remove, or cause to be removed any material whatsoever which may conceal any electric wiring or
apparatus contrary to this section. Upon completion of the inspection of any electric wiring or
apparatus designed to be concealed which is found to be in full compliance with the provisions of this
section, the City inspector shall post a notice of inspection at the distribution panel and the posting of
said notice shall constitute permission to conceal said electric wiring or apparatus.
See.3.509 Liability
This article shall not in any way be construed to lessen the liability of any person, firm, corporation or
association of persons installing, changing, altering or repairing any electrical wiring or apparatus, or
causing the same to be done, for damages to anyone injured thereby; nor shall the City of Sanger be
held to assume any liability by reason of the inspection authorized therein, pursuant to the provisions
hereof.
Sec. 3.510 Regulations Concerning Service
(a) It is provided that upon completion of inspection by the electrical inspector, in the event he or
she determines that any wiring, installing, repair or alteration so done upon the job or work he or she has
inspected does not comply in every respect with the provisions of this article, and if the same has not
been done by a person holding a master electrician's license, it shall be the duty of the City inspector
to notify the Sanger Electric Utilities of the City of Sanger, Texas or the appropriate electrical service
provider, of the location of said place, the name of the owner of persons in charge thereof and of the fact
said work or said job does not meet with the approval of such City inspector, and upon said written notice
being given it shall be unlawful for any person or employee of said Sanger Electric Utilities, Sanger,
Texas, or appropriate electrical service provider to connect any portion of said wiring, with an electric
power line operated or used by the City of Sanger.
(b) It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to break the seal on any electric meter
without first notifying the Sanger Electric Utilities.
(c) It is provided that all inspections, installations, repairs and alterations as provided for in this
article shall be subject to such further rules and regulations that may be promulgated by the city council of
the City of Sanger, Texas, and such office of the city secretary of said city and shall be available for
inspection and examination, and all penalties herein provided for shall apply to such rules and regulations
so promulgated.
ARTICLE 3.600 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE
See.3.601 Adopted
The International Residential Code, 2018 Edition as published by the International Code Council is hereby
adopted for the purpose of providing minimum requirements and standards for the protection of the public's
health, safety and welfare. One (1) copy of said code is incorporated herein by reference and shall be kept on
file in the office of the building official. Fees are as set forth in the fee schedule in the appendix of this code.
Sec.3.602 Amendments
"Section R102.4; change to read as follows:
R102.4 Referenced codes and standards. The codes, when specifically adopted, and standards
referenced in this code shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent
of each such reference and as further regulated in Sections R102.4.1 and R102.4.2. Whenever
amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards, each reference to said code and
standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Any reference made to NFPA 70 or
the Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
"Section R105.2; make changes to this section as follows:
R105.2 Work Exempt from permits. No changes in first paragraph
Building:
1. ...provided the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet...
2. Delete this exemption
3. No changes
4. No changes
5. No changes
6. No changes
7. No changes
8. No changes
9. No changes
10. Decks not exceeding 120 square feet in area...
"Section R108.7; Add section below
R108.7 Re -inspection fee. A fee as established by city council resolution may be charged when:
1. The inspection called for is not ready when the inspector arrives;
2. No building address or pelmit card is clearly posted;
3. Approved plans are not on the job site available to the inspector;
4. The building is locked or work otherwise not available for inspection when called;
5. The job site is red -tagged twice for the same item;
6. The original red tag has been removed from the job or site and/or,
7. Violations exist on the property including failure to maintain erosion control or trash control.
8. Any re -inspection fees assessed shall be paid before any more inspections are made on that job site.
"Section RI10 (RII0.1 through R110.5); delete this section
"Section R202; amend definition of "Townhouse" to read as follows:
TOWNHOUSE. A single-family dwelling unit constructed in a group of three or more attached units
separated by property lines in which each unit extends from foundation to roof and with a yard or public
way on at least two sides.
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"Section R302.1; add exception #6 to read as follows:
Exceptions: {previous exceptions unchanged}
6. Open non-combustible carport structures may be constructed when also approved within
adopted ordinances.
"Section R302.3; add Exception #3 to read as follows:
Exceptions:
1. {existing text unchanged}
2. {existing text unchanged}
3. Two-family dwelling units that are also divided by a property line through the structure shall
be separated as required for townhouses.
"Section R302.5.1; change to read as follows:
R302.5.1 Opening protection. Openings from a private garage directly into a room used for sleeping
purposes shall not be permitted. Other openings between the garage and residence shall be equipped with
solid wood doors not less than 13/8 inches (35 mm) in thickness, solid or honeycomb core steel doors not
less than 13/8 inches (35 mm) thick, or 20-minute fire -rated door
"Section R313 Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems. Delete entire section
"Section R315.2.2 Alterations, repairs and additions. Amend to read as follows:
Exception:
1. {existing text unchanged)
2. Installation, alteration or repairs of electrical powered {remaining text unchanged)
"Section R322 Flood Resistant Construction. Delete section
"Section R401.2, amended by adding a new paragraph following the existing paragraph to read as
follows.
Section R401.2. Requirements. {existing text unchanged} ...
Every foundation and/or footing, or any size addition to an existing post -tension foundation, regulated by this
code shall be designed and sealed by a Texas -registered engineer
Section R401.2.1 Engineered design. Every foundation and/or footing which exceeds 400 square feet in area,
or any addition to an existing post tensioned foundation, regulated by this code shall be designed and sealed
by a Texas -registered engineer.
"Section 602. 6.1; amend the following:
R602.6.1 Drilling and notching of top plate. When piping or ductwork is placed in or partly in an exterior
wall or interior load -bearing wall, necessitating cutting, drilling or notching of the top plate by more than 50
percent of its width, a galvanized metal tie not less than 0.054 inch thick (1.37 mm) (16 Ga) and 5 inches
(127 mm) wide shall be fastened across and to the plate at each side of the opening with not less than eight
10d (0.148-inch diameter) having a minimum length of 1 1/2 inches (38 mm) at each side or equivalent.
Fasteners will be offset to prevent splitting of the top plate material. The metal tie must extend a minimum
of 6 inches past the opening. See figure R602.6.1. {remainder unchanged)
Figure R602.6.1; delete the figure and insert the following figure:
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**Add Section R703.8.4.1.2; Veneer Ties for Wall Studs; to read as follows:
R703.8.4.1.2 Veneer Ties for Wall Studs. In stud framed exterior walls, all ties may be anchored to studs as
follows:
1. When studs are 16 in (407 mm) o.c., stud ties shall be spaced no further apart than 24 in (737
mm) vertically starting approximately 12 in (381 mm) from the foundation; or
2. When studs are 24 in (610 mm) o.c., stud ties shall be spaced no further apart than 16 in (483
mm) vertically starting approximately 8 in (254 mm) from the foundation.
**Section R902.1; Amend and add exception #5 to read as follows:
R902.1 Roofing covering materials. Roofs shall be covered with materials as set forth in
Sections R904 and R905. Class A, B, or C roofing shall be installed. {remainder unchanged}
Exceptions:
1. {text unchanged)
2. {text unchanged)
3. {text unchanged}
4. {text unchanged}
5. Non -classified roof coverings shall be permitted on one-story detached accessory structures used
as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed
120 sq. ft.
**Chapter 11 [RE] —Energy Efficiency is deleted in its entirety; Reference the 2018IECCfor energy
code provisions as adopted and amended.
**Section M1305.1.3; change to read as follows:
M1305.1.2 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances shall be provided ... {bulk of paragraph
unchanged} ... side of the appliance. The clear access opening dimensions shall be a minimum of 20
inches by 30 inches (508 mm by 762 mm), and large enough to allow removal of the largest appliance.
As a minimum, for access to the attic space, provide one of the following:
1. A permanent stair.
2. A pull down stair with a miniinuin 300 lb (136 kg) capacity.
3. An access door fi•om an upper floor level.
Exceptions:
1. The passageway and level service space are not required where the
appliance can be serviced and removed through the required opening.
2. Where the passageway is unobstructed ... {remaining text unchanged}
(Add the following)
Water heaters other than tankless shall not be installed within attics; with the exception of
replacement of existing water heaters.
**Section M1411.3; change to read as follows:
M1411.3 Condensate disposal. Condensate from all cooling coils or evaporators shall be conveyed from
the drain pan outlet to a sanitary sewer through a trap, by means of a direct or indirect drain. {remaining
text unchanged}
**Section M1411.3. 1, Items 3 and 4, add text to read as follows:
M1411.3.1 Auxiliary and secondary drain systems. {bulk of paragraph unchanged)
1. [text unchanged]
2. [text unchanged]
3. An auxiliary drain pan... [bulk of text unchanged] ... with Item 1 of this section. A water level
detection device may be installed only with prior approval of the building official.
4. A water level detection device... [bulk of text unchanged] ... overflow rim of such pan. A water
level detection device may be installed only with prior approval of the building official.
**Section M1411.3.1.1; add text to read as follows:
M1411.3.1.1 Water -level monitoring devices. On down -flow units ... {bulk of text unchanged} ...
installed in the drain line. A water level detection device may be installed only with prior approval of the
building official.
**M1503.6 Makeup Air Required, Amend and add exception as follows:
M1503.6 Makeup air required. Exhaust hood systems capable of exhausting in excess of 400 cubic feet
per minute (0.19 m3/s) shall be provided with makeup air at a rate approximately equal to the difference
between the exhaust air rate and 400 cubic feet per minute. Such makeup air systems shall be equipped with
a means of closure and shall be automatically controlled to start and operate simultaneously with the exhaust
system.
Exception: Where all appliances in the house are of sealed combustion, power -vent, unvented,
or electric, the exhaust hood system shall be permitted to exhaust up to 600 cubic feet per minute
(0.28 m3/s) without providing makeup air. Exhaust hood systems capable of exhausting in excess
of 600 cubic feet per minute (0.28 m3/s) shall be provided with a makeup air at a rate approximately
equal to the difference between the exhaust air rate and 600 cubic feet per minute.
**Section M2005.2; change to read as follows:
M2005.2 Prohibited locations. Fuel -fired water heaters shall not be installed in a room used as a storage
closet. Water heaters located in a bedroom or bathroom shall be installed in a sealed enclosure so that
combustion air will not be taken from the living space. Access to such enclosure may be from the bedroom
or bathroom when through a solid door, weather-stripped in accordance with the exterior door air leakage
requirements of the International Energy Conservation Code and equipped with an approved self -closing
device. Installation of direct -vent water heaters within an enclosure is not required
**Section M2005.2.2; add to read as follows:
M2005.2.2 Water heaters other than tanldess shall not be installed within attics; with the exception
of replacement of existing water heaters.
**Section G2408.3 (305.5); delete.
"Section G2415.2.1 (404.2.1); add a second paragraph to read as follows:
Both ends of each section of medium pressure gas piping shall identify its operating gas pressure with an
approved tag. The tags are to be composed of aluminum or stainless steel and the following wording shall be
stamped into the tag:
"WARNING: 1/2 to 5 psi gas pressure - Do Not Remove"
**Section G2415.2.2 (404.2.2); add an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) shall be a minimum of 1/2" (18
EDH).
**Section G2415.12 (404.12); change to read as follows:
G2415.12 (404.12) Minimum burial depth. Underground piping systems shall be installed a minimum
depth of 18 inches (457 mm) below grade.
G2415.12.1 (404.12.1) Individual Outdoor Appliances; Delete in its entirety
**Section G2417.1 (406.1); change to read as follows:
G2417.1 (406.1) General. Prior to acceptance and initial operation, all piping installations shall be
inspected and pressure tested to determine that the materials, design, fabrication, and installation practices
comply with the requirements of this code. The permit holder shall make the applicable tests prescribed in
Sections 2417.1.1 through 2417.1.5 to determine compliance with the provisions of this code. The permit
holder shall give reasonable advance notice to the building official when the piping system is ready for
testing. The equipment, material, power and labor necessary for the inspections and test shall be furnished
by the permit holder and the permit holder shall be responsible for determining that the work will withstand
the test pressure prescribed in the following tests.
"Section G2417.4; change to read as follows:
G2417.4 (406.4) Test pressure measurement. Test pressure shall be measured with a manometer or
with a pressure -measuring device designed and calibrated to read, record, or indicate a pressure loss
caused by leakage during the pressure test period. The source of pressure shall be isolated before the
pressure tests are made.
"Section G24-7 Z 4.1; change to read as follows:
G2417.4.1(406.4.1) Test pressure. The test pressure to be used shall be no less than 3 psig (20 kPa gauge),
or at the discretion of the Code Official, the piping and valves may be tested at a pressure of at least six (6)
inches (152 min) of mercury, measured with a manometer or slope gauge. For tests requiring a pressure of
3 psig, diaphragm gauges shall utilize a dial with a minimum diameter of three and one half inches (3 1/2"),
a set hand, 1/10 pound incrementation and pressure range not to exceed 6 psi for tests requiring a pressure
of 3 psig. For tests requiring a pressure of 10 psig, diaphragm gauges shall utilize a dial with a minimum
diameter of three and one-half inches (3 1/2"), a set hand, a minimum of 2/10 pound incrementation and a
pressure range not to exceed 20 psi. For welded piping, and for piping carrying gas at pressures in excess
of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure (3.48 kPa) (1 /2 psi) and less than 200 inches of water column
pressure (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the test pressure shall not be less than ten (10) pounds per square inch (69.6
kPa). For piping carrying gas at a pressure that exceeds 200 inches of water column (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi),
the test pressure shall be not less than one and one-half times the proposed maximum working pressure.
Diaphragm gauges used for testing must display a current calibration and be in good working condition.
The appropriate test must be applied to the diaphragm gauge used for testing
"Section G2417.4.2; change to read as follows:
G2417.4.2 (406.4.2) Test duration. The test duration shall be held for a length of time satisfactory to the
Building Official, but in no case for less than fifteen (15) minutes. For welded piping, and for piping
carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure (3.48 10a), the test
duration shall be held for a length of time satisfactory to the Building Official, but in no case for less than
thirty (30) minutes.
"Section G2420.1 (406.1); add Section G2420.1.4 to read as follows:
G2420.1.4 Valves in CSST installations. Shutoff valves installed with corrugated stainless steel (CSST)
piping systems shall be supported with an approved termination fitting, or equivalent support, suitable for
the size of the valves, of adequate strength and quality, and located at intervals so as to prevent or damp out
excessive vibration but in no case greater than 12-inches from the center of the valve. Supports shall be
installed so as not to interfere with the free expansion and contraction of the system's piping, fittings, and
valves between anchors. All valves and supports shall be designed and installed so they will not be
disengaged by movement of the supporting piping.
"Section G2420.5.1 (409.5.1); add text to read as follows:
G2420.5.1 (409.5.1) Located within the same room. The shutoff valve ... (bulk of paragraph
unchanged} ... in accordance with the appliance manufacturer's instructions. A secondary shutoff valve
must be installed within 3 feet (914 mm) of the firebox if appliance shutoff is located in the firebox.
**Section G2421.1 (410.1); add text and Exception to read as follows:
G2421.1 (410.1) Pressure regulators. A line pressure regulator shall be ... {bulk of paragraph
unchanged} ... approved for outdoor installation. Access to regulators shall comply with the requirements
for access to appliances as specified in Section M1305.
Exception:
A passageway or level service space is not required when the regulator is capable of being serviced
and removed through the required attic opening.
**Section G2422.1.2.3 (411.1.3.3) Prohibited locations and penetrations; delete Exception 1 and
Exception 4.
**Section G2445.2 (621.2); add Exception to read as follows:
G2445.2 (621.2) Prohibited use. One or more unvented room heaters shall not be used as the sole
source of comfort heating in a dwelling unit.
Exception:
Existing approved unvented room heaters may continue to be used in dwelling units, in accordance with
the code provisions in effect when installed, when approved by the Building Official unless an unsafe
condition is determined to exist as described in International Fuel Gas Code Section 108.7 of the Fuel
Gas Code.
**Section G2448.1.1 (624.1.1); change to read as follows:
G2448.1.1 (624.1.1) Installation requirements. The requirements for water heaters relative to access,
sizing, relief valves, drain pans and scald protection shall be in accordance with this code.
**Section P2603; add to read as follows:
P2603.3 Protection against corrosion. Metallic piping, except for cast iron, ductile iron and galvanized
steel, shall not be placed in direct contact with steel framing members, concrete or cinder walls and floors
or other masonry. Metallic piping shall not be placed in direct contact with corrosive soil. Where sheathing
is used to prevent direct contact, the sheathing shall have a thickness of not less than 0.008 inch (8 mil)
(0.203 mm) and the sheathing shall be made of approved material. Where sheathing protects piping that
penetrates concrete or masonry walls or floors, the sheathing shall be installed in a manner that allows
movement of the piping within the sheathing.
**Section P2603.5.1 Sewer Depth; change to read as follows:
P2603.5.1 Sewer Depth. Building sewers that connect to private sewage disposal systems shall be a
minimum of 12 inches (304 mm) below finished grade at the point of septic tank connection.
** Section P2801; change to read as follows:
P2801.5.1 Water heaters other than tankless shall not be installed within attics; with the exception of
replacement of existing water heaters.
P2801.6 Required Pan. Where a storage tank -type water heater or a hot water storage tank is installed in
a location where water leakage from the tank will cause damage, the tank shall be installed in a pan
constructed of one of the following.
1. Galvanized steel or aluminum of not less than 0.0236 inch (0.6010mm) in thickness,
2. Plastic not less than 0.036 inch (0.9 mm) in thickness.
3. Other approved materials
"Section P2801.6.1; change to read as follows:
Section P2801.6.1 Pan size and drain. The pan shall be not less than 11/2 inches (38 mm) in depth and
shall be of sufficient size and shape to receive all dripping or condensate from the tank or water heater. The
pan shall be drained by an indirect waste pipe having a diameter of not less than 3/4 inch (19 mm). Piping
for safety pan drains shall be of those materials listed in Table P2905.5. Multiple pan drains may terminate
to a single discharge piping system when approved by the administrative authority and permitted by the
manufactures installation instructions and installed with those instructions.
** Section P2804.6.1; change to read as follows:
Section P2804.6.1 Requirements for discharge piping. The discharge piping serving a pressure relief
valve, temperature relief valve or combination thereof shall:
1. Not be directly connected to the drainage system.
2. Discharge through an air gap.
Not be smaller than the diameter of the outlet of the valve served and shall discharge full size to
the air gap.
4. Serve a single relief device and shall not connect to piping serving any other relief device or
equipment.
Exception: Multiple relief devices may be installed to a single T & P discharge piping system
when approved by the administrative authority and permitted by the manufactures installation
instructions and installed with those instructions.
5. Discharge, to an approved location or to the outdoors.
[remainder unchanged]
**Section P2902.5.3; change to read as follows:
P2902.5.3 Lawn irrigation systems. The potable water supply to lawn irrigation systems shall be protected
against backflow by an atmospheric -type vacuum breaker, a pressure -type vacuum breaker, a double-check
assembly or a reduced pressure principle backflow preventer. A valve shall not be installed downstream
from an atmospheric vacuum breaker. Where chemicals are introduced into the system, the potable water
supply shall be protected against backflow by a reduced pressure principle backflow preventer.
**Section P3003.9; change to read as follows:
P3003.9.2 Solvent cementing. Joint surfaces shall be clean and free from moisture. A purple primer that
conforms to ASTM F 656 shall be applied. Solvent cement not purple in color and conforming to ASTM
D 2564, CSA B137.3, CSA B181.2 or CSA B182.1 shall be applied to all joint surfaces. The joint shall be
made while the cement is wet and shall be in accordance with ASTM D 2855. Solvent cement joints shall
be permitted above or below ground.
"Section P3111; Combination waste and vent systems, delete this section in its entirety.
"Section P3112.2; Vent Collection; delete and replace with the following:
P3112.2 Installation. Traps for island sinks and similar equipment shall be roughed in above the floor and
may be vented by extending the vent as high as possible, but not less than the drainboard height and then
returning it downward and connecting it to the horizontal sink drain immediately downstream from the
vertical fixture drain. The return vent shall be connected to the horizontal drain through a wye-branch fitting
and shall, in addition, be provided with a foot vent taken off the vertical fixture vent by means of a wye-
branch immediately below the floor and extending to the nearest partition and then through the roof to the
open air or may be connected to other vents at a point not less than six (6) inches (152 mm) above the flood
level rim of the fixtures served. Drainage fittings shall be used on all parts of the vent below the floor level
and a minimum slope of one -quarter (1/4) inch per foot (20.9 min/m) back to the drain shall be maintained.
The return bend used under the drain -board shall be a one (1) piece fitting or an assembly of a forty-five
(45) degree (0.79 radius), a ninety (90) degree (1.6 radius) and a forty-five (45) degree (0.79 radius) elbow
in the order named. Pipe sizing shall be as elsewhere required in this Code. The island sink drain, upstream
of the return vent, shall serve no other fixtures. An accessible cleanout shall be installed in the vertical
portion of the foot vent.
"Section E3405.3.1; add to read as follows.:
E3405.3.1 Panelboards are prohibited on the exterior of the dwelling unit.
ARTICLE 3.2200 REGULATING PLACEMENT OF GAS AND ELECTRIC METERS ON ALL
NEW SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS
Article 3.2200(b); change to read as follows
(b) All newly constructed single-family residential buildings must place electric meters no further than
fifteen feet (15') fi•om the front corner of the house and outside of all fences.
Article 3.2200(c); change to read as follows
(c) All newly constructed single-family residential buildings must place gas meters no further than
fifteen feet (15') from the front corner of the house and outside of all fences.
ARTICLE 3.2500 ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE
See.3.2501 Adopted
The International Energy Conservation Code, 2018 Edition as published by the International Code Council
is hereby adopted for the purpose of providing minimum requirements and standards for the protection of the
public's health, safety and welfare. One (1) copy of said code is incorporated herein by reference and shall
be kept on file in the office of the building official. Fees are as set forth in the fee schedule in the appendix
of this code.
See.3.2502 Amendments
"Section C102IR102 General; add Section C102.1.2 and R102.1.2 to read as follows:
C102.1.2 Alternative compliance. A building certified by a national, state, or local accredited energy
efficiency program and determined by the Energy Systems Laboratory to be in compliance
with the energy efficiency requirements of this section may, at the option of the Code Official, be
considered in compliance. The United States Environmental Protection Agency's Energy Star Program
certification of energy code equivalency shall be considered in compliance.
R102.1.2 Alternative compliance. A building certified by a national, state, or local accredited energy
efficiency program and determined by the Energy Systems Laboratory to be in compliance with
the energy efficiency requirements of this section may, at the option
of the Code Official, be considered in compliance. The United States Environmental
Protection Agency's Energy Star Program certification of energy code equivalency shall be considered
in compliance. Regardless of the program or the path to compliance, each 1- and
2-family dwelling shall be tested for air and duct leakage as prescribed in Section R402.4.1.2
(N1102.4.1.2) and R403.3.3 (N1103.3.3) respectively.
"Section R202 (N1101.6) Definitions; add the following definition:
PROJECTION FACTOR. The ratio of the horizontal depth of the overhang, cave or permanently
attached shading device, divided by the distance measured vertically from the bottom of the
fenestration glazing to the underside of the overhang, cave or permanently attached shading device.
"Section R202 (N1101.6) Definitions; add the following definition:
DYNAMIC GLAZING. Any fenestration product that has the fully reversible ability to change
it performance properties, including U-factor, solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC), or visible
transmittance (VT).
"Table 402.1.2 (N1102.1.2) INSULATIONAND FENESTRATION REQUIREMENTS
BY COMPONENT; the Fenestration U factor for Climate Zone 3 is amended as follows:
CLIMATE
ZONE
FENESTRATION
U-FACTOR
3
4.32 0.35
"Table 402.1.4 (N1102.1.4) EQUIVALENT U-FACTORS; the Fenestration U factor for Climate
Zone 3 is amended as follows:
CLIMATE
ZONE
FENESTRATION
U-FACTOR
3
0-3-2� 0.35
"Section R402.3.2 (N1102.3.2) Glazed fenestration SHGC, amend by adding a paragraph and table
following the exception to read as follows:
Where vertical fenestration is shaded by an overhang, cave, or permanently attached shading device, the
SHGC required in Table R402.1.2 shall be reduced by using the
multipliers in Table R402.3.2 SHGC Multipliers for Permanent Projections.
TableR402.3.2 SHGC Multipliers for Permanent Projections
Projection
Factor
SHGC :Multiplier
(all Other Orientation)
SHGC Multiplier
(North Oriented)
0-0.10
1.00
1.00
>0.10-0.20
0.91
0.95
>0.20-0.30
0.82
0.91
>0.30-0.40
0.74
0.87
>0.40-0.50
0.67
0.84
>0.50-0.60
0.61
0.81
>0.60-0.70
0.56
0.78
>0.70-0.80
0.51
0.76
>0.80-0.90
0.47
0.75
>0.90-1.00
0.44
0.73
! North oriented means within 45 degrees of true north.
**R402.4.1.2 (NII02.4.1.2) Testing; Add a last paragraph to read as
follows:
Mandatory testing shall only be performed by individuals that are certified to perform air infiltration testing
certified by national or state organizations as approved by the building official. The certified individuals
must be an independent third -party entity, and may not be employed; or have any financial interest in the
company that constructs the structure.
**Section R402.4 (N1102.4) Air leakage (Mandatory); add a new section and table to read as
follows:
R402.4.1.3 (N1102.4.1.3) Testing option — ACH tradeoff. As an option to the air leakage rate set out in
Section R402.4.1.2 (N1102.4.1.2), 1- and 2-family homes meeting all of the listed criteria below and the
thermal envelope requirements in Table R402.4.1.3 (N1102.4.1.3) will be considered compliant when
tested and verified as having an air leakage rate to not less than or equal to four air changes per hour when
tested and reported in accordance with the testing standards and reporting criteria listed in Section
R402.4.1.2 (N1102.4.1.2).
The compliance equivalency is limited as follows:
1. Limited to a conditioned floor area between 1,000 and 6,000 square feet,
2. Limited to between 2 to 6bedrooms,
3. Assumes all ductwork and mechanical equipment is located in the unconditioned attic,
4. Assumes typical wood framing in the walls and roof, and
5. Assumes one of the following heating/cooling systems:
a. All electric system with a heat pump for heating, or
b. A system with electric cooling and natural gas heating.
Dwellings using electric resistance strip heating do not qualify for this tradeoff.
TABLE R402.4.1.3 (N1102.4.1.3) a
Envelope Component
Option #1
Option #2
R402.4 Air Leakage
< 4 ACH50
< 4 ACH50
Wall Insulation R-value
R13 + R3b
R13 + R3
Fenestration U-factor
< 0.32
< 0.32
Fenestration SHGC
< 0.25
< 0.25
Ceiling R-value
> R49
> R49
Duct Insulation R-value
R8
R6
Radiant Barrier Required
No
Yes
u
b Except for the values listed in the table, all other mandatory code provisions are applicable.
The first value listed is the R-value of cavity insulation, the second value is the R-value of the
continuous insulation or insulated siding.
11"(4ji
.':!�''-
Section R402.4 leakage (Mandatory);/ add /new section/read / / /
R402.4.1.4 Testing options for R2 multifamily dwelling units. As an option to the air leakage rate set
out in Section R402.4.1.2, multifamily dwelling units will be considered compliant when tested and
verified as having an air leakage rate to the air leakage rate set out in either Section R402.4.1.4.1 or Section
R402.4.1.4.2 when tested and reported in accordance with the testing standards and reporting criteria listed
in Section R402.4.1.2
R402.4.1.4.1 Total air leakage rate for interior multifamily dwelling units. Interior
multifamily dwelling units with a measured, "unguarded" total air leakage result of 5.3 ACH50
or less shall be considered compliant.
R402.4.1.4.2 Total air leakage rate for corner multifamily dwelling units. Corner multifamily
units with a measured, "unguarded" total leakage result of less than 5.0 ACH50 shall be
considered compliant.
** Section R402.4 Air leakage (Mandatory); add a new section to read as follows:
R402.4.1.5 Sampling options for R2 multifamily dwelling units. For buildings having three or more
dwelling units, a minimum of 15% of the dwelling units in each building must be tested as required by
Section R402.4.1.2. Prior to beginning sampling for testing, "Initial Testing" is required for each
multifamily property. "Initial Testing" shall consist of the 3rd party testing contractor performing the
required tests on at least three consecutive dwelling units. Test results fi•om the "Initial Testing" must
satisfy minimum code requirements before sampling is permitted. Dwelling units selected for the "Initial
Testing" must be within the same building. Dwelling units selected for "Initial Testing" shall not be
included in a "sample group" or counted toward the minimum 15% of dwelling units tested. The building
official shall randomly select the three dwelling units for "Initial Testing." The building official may
delegate the random selection to the designated 3rd party testing contractor.
R402.4.1.5.1 Sample group Identification and Sampling. The builder shall identify a "sample group"
which may be a building, floor, fire area or portion thereof. All of the dwelling units within the "sample
group" must be at the same stage of construction and must be ready for testing. The building official shall
randomly select at least 15% of dwelling units from each "sample group" for testing. The building official
may delegate the random selection to the designated 3rd party testing contractor.
If each tested dwelling unit within a "sample group" meets the minimum code requirements, then all
dwelling units in the "sample group" are considered to meet the minimum code requirements.
Before a building may be deemed compliant with the testing as required, each "sample group" must be
deemed compliant with the minimum code requirements. The sum total of all of the tested dwelling units
across all "sample groups" shall not be less than a minimum of 15% of the dwelling units in a building.
R402.4.1.5.2 Failure to Meet Code Requirement(s). If any dwelling units within the identified "sample
group" fail to meet a code requirement as determined by testing, the builder will be directed to correct
the cause(s) of failure, and 30% of the remaining dwelling units in the "sample group" will be randomly
selected for testing by the building official, or third -party testing contractor, regarding the specific
cause(s) of failure.
If any failures occur in the additional dwelling units, all remaining dwelling units in the sample group
must be individually tested for code compliance.
A multifamily property with three failures within a 90-day period is no longer eligible to use the
sampling protocol in that community or project until successfully repeating "Initial Testing." Sampling
may be reinstated after at least three consecutive dwelling units are individually verified to meet all
code requirements.
A Certificate of Occupancy may not may be issued for any building until testing has been performed and
deemed to satisfy the minimum code requirements on the dwelling unit(s) identified for testing.
R403.3.3 (N1103.3.3) Duct Testing (Mandatory)Add a last paragraph to read.
Mandatory testing shall only be performed by individuals that are certified to perform duct testing leakage testing
certified by national or state organizations as approved by the building official. The certified individuals must be an
independent third -party entity, and may not be employed; or have any financial interest in the company that
constructs the structure.
** Section R403.3 Ducts, add a new section to read as follows:
R403.3.4.1 Sampling options for R2 multifamily dwelling units. For buildings having three or more dwelling
units, a minimum of 15% of the dwelling units in each building must be tested as required by Section R403.3.3.
Prior to beginning sampling for testing, "Initial Testing" is required for each multifamily property. "Initial
Testing" shall consist of the 3rd party testing contractor performing the required tests on at least three consecutive
dwelling units. Test results from the "Initial Testing" must satisfy minimum code requirements before sampling
is permitted. Dwelling units selected for the "Initial Testing" must be within the same building. Dwelling units
selected for "Initial Testing" shall not be included in a "sample group" or counted toward the minimum 15% of
dwelling units tested. The building official shall randomly select the three dwelling units for "Initial Testing."
The building official may delegate the random selection to the designated 3rd party testing contractor.
R403.3.4.1.1 Sample group Identification and Sampling. The builder shall identify a "sample group" which
may be a building, floor, fire area or portion thereof. All of the dwelling units within the "sample group" must
be at the same stage of construction and must be ready for testing. The building official shall randomly select at
least 15% of dwelling units from each "sample group" for testing. The building official may delegate the random
selection to the designated 3rd party testing contractor.
If each tested dwelling unit within a "sample group" meets the minimum code requirements, then all dwelling
units in the "sample group" are considered to meet the minimum code requirements.
Before a building may be deemed compliant with the testing as required, each "sample group" must be deemed
compliant with the minimum code requirements. The sum total of all of the tested dwelling units across all
"sample groups" shall not be less than a minimum of 15% of the dwelling units in a building.
R403.3.4.1.2 Failure to Meet Code Requirement(s). If any dwelling units within the identified "sample group"
fail to meet a code requirement as determined by testing, the builder will be directed to correct the cause(s) of
failure, and 30% of the remaining dwelling units in the "sample group" will be randomly selected for testing by
the building official, or third -party testing contractor, regarding the specific cause(s) of failure.
If any failures occur in the additional dwelling units, all remaining dwelling units in the sample group must be
individually tested for code compliance.
A multifamily property with three failures within a 90-day period is no longer eligible to use the sampling
protocol in that community or proj ect until successfully repeating "Initial Testing." Sampling may be reinstated
after at least three consecutive dwelling units are individually verified to meet all code requirements.
A Certificate of Occupancy may not may be issued for any building until testing has been performed and deemed
to satisfy the minimum code requirements on the dwelling unit(s) identified for testing.
"Section C402.2.71R402.2 (N1102.2) Specific insulation requirements (Prescriptive); Add Section
C402.2.8 and R402.2.14 (NI102.2.14) to read as follows:
Section C402.2.8/R402.2.14 (N1102.2.14) Insulation installed in walls. Insulation installed in walls shall be
totally enclosed on all sides consisting of framing lumber, gypsum, sheathing, wood structural panel sheathing,
netting or other equivalent material approved by the building official.
"Section C403.7.4 Energy recovery ventilation systems (Mandatory); add exception #12 to read as
follows:
12. Individual ventilation systems that serve an individual dwelling unit or sleeping unit.
"Section C403.11.1 Duct and Plenum Insulation and Sealing (Mandatory); is amended by adding a
seeond paragraph to read as follows:
Environmental ducts and plenums installed in vertical chases, both supply and exhaust, where the ducts or
plenums will not be accessible after construction completion, shall be leak tested in accordance with the
SMACNA HVAC Air Leakage Test Manual to the installed ductwork class and pressure requirements.
Documentation shall be furnished demonstrating that representative sections totaling not less than 25 percent of
the duct area have been tested and that all tested sections comply with the requirements of this section.
**Section R404.1(N1104.1); revised in its entirety to read as follows:
Section R404.1 (N1104.1) Lighting equipment (Mandatory). Not less than 75 percent of the lamps in
permanently installed lighting fixtures or not less than 75 percent of the permanently installed lighting fixtures
shall contain only high -efficacy lamps.
**Section 405.2 (N1105.2); add the exception to read as follows:
Section 405.2 (N1105.2) Mandatory requirements. Compliance with the section requires that the mandatory
provisions identified in Section 401.2 be met. Supply and return ducts not completely inside the building thermal
envelope shall be insulated to an R-value of not less than R-6.
Exceptions:
1. For one- and two-family dwellings the maximum envelope leakage of 4 ACH50 is permitted provided
the envelope leakage in the Standard Reference Design is 3 ACH50 and all other requirements of
Section R405 are met, including all other mandatory measures. The annual energy cost or source
energy usage of the Proposed Design must be equal to or less than that of the Standard Reference
Design.
2. For multifamily or townhomes and buildings classified as Group R2 and Group R4 of three stories or
less the maximum envelope leakage of less than 5 ACH50 is permitted provided the envelope leakage
in the Standard Reference Design is 3 ACH50 and all other requirements of Section R405 are met,
including all other mandatory measures. The annual energy cost or source energy usage of the
Proposed Design must be equal to or less than that of the Standard Reference Design.
**Section R405.6.2; add the following sentence to the end of paragraph:
Acceptable performance software simulation tools may include, but are not limited to, REM RateTM, Energy Gauge
and IC3.Other performance software programs accredited by RESNET BESTEST and having the ability to provide
a report as outlined in R405.4.2 may also be deemed acceptable performance simulation programs and may be
considered by the building official.
**Section C405.9. Voltage drop in feeders; deleted in its entirety.
TABLE R406.4 MAXIMUM ENERGY RATING INDEX; amend to read as follows:
MAXIMUM ENERGY RATING INDEX
CLIMATE ENERGY RATING INDEX
3 65
This table is effective until August 31, 2019.
TABLE R406.42
MAXIMUM ENERGY RATING INDEX
TABLE R406.43
MAXIMUM ENERGY RATING INDEX
CLIMATE ENERGY RATING INDEX
3 59
This table is effective on or after September 1, 2022.
"Section C408.3.1 Functional Testing; amend to read as follows:
C408.3.1 Functional Testing. Prior to passing final inspection, the registered design professional or approved
ggenc shall provide evidence that the lighting control systems have been tested to ensure that control hardware
and software are calibrated, adjusted, programmed, and in proper working condition in accordance with the
construction documents and manufacturer's instructions. Functional testing shall be in accordance with Sections
C408.3.1.1 through C408.3.1.3 for the applicable control type.
ARTICLE 3.2600 FUEL GAS CODE
Sec.3.2601 Adopted
The International Fuel Gas Code, 2018 Edition as published by the International Code Council is hereby adopted for
the purpose of providing minimum requirements and standards for the protection of the public's health, safety and
welfare. One (1) copy of said code is incorporated herein by reference and shall be kept on file in the office of the
building official. Fees are as set forth in the fee schedule in the appendix of this code.
Sec.3.2602 Amendments
"Section 102.2; add an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Existing dwelling units shall comply with Section 621.2.
"Section 102.8; change to read as follows:
102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be those that
are listed in Chapter 8 and such codes, when specifically adopted and standards shall be considered part of the
requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where differences occur between
provisions of this code and the referenced standards, the provisions of this code shall apply. Whenever
amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards, each reference to said code and standard
shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Any reference to NFPA 70 or the ICC Electrical Code
shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
"Section 306.3; change to read as follows:
[M] 306.3 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances shall be provided ... {bulk of paragraph unchanged}
... side of the appliance. The clear access opening dimensions shall be a minimum of 20 inches by 30 inches (508
mm by 762 nun), or larger where such dimensions are not large enough to allow removal of the largest appliance.
A walkway to an appliance shall berated as a floor as approved by the building official. Asa minimum, for access
to the attic space, provide one of the following:
1. A permanent stair.
2. A pull down stair with a minimum 300 lb (136 kg) capacity.
3. An access door from an upper floor level.
4. Access Panel maybe used in lieu of items 1, 2, and 3 with prior approval of the code official due to building
conditions.
Exceptions:
1. The passageway and level service space are not required where the appliance is capable of
being serviced and removed through the required opening.
2. Where the passageway is not less than ... {bulk of section to read the same}.
"Section 306.5; change to read as follows:
[M] 306.5 Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures. Where equipment requiring access or
appliances are located on an elevated structure or the roof of a building such that personnel will have to climb higher
than 16 feet (4877 mm) above grade to access, a permanent interior or exterior means of access shall be provided.
Permanent exterior ladders providing roof access need not extend closer than 8 12 feet (2438 mm) to the finish
grade or floor level below and shall extend to the equipment and appliances' level service space. Such access shall
... {bulk of section to read the same) ... on roofs having a slope greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal
(33-percent slope).... {bulk of section to read the same}.
"Section 306.5. 1; change to read as follows:
[M] 306.5.1 Sloped roofs. Where appliances, equipment, fans or other components that require service are installed
on a roof having a slope of 3 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (25-percent slope) or greater and having an edge
more than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade at such edge, a catwalk at least 16 inches in width with substantial
cleats spaced not more than 16 inches apart shall be provided from the roof access to a level platform at the
appliance. The level platform shall be provided on each side of the appliance to which access is required for service,
repair or maintenance. The platform shall be not less than 30 inches (762 mm) in any dimension and shall be
provided with guards. The guards shall extend not less than 42 inches (1067 mm) above the platform, shall be
constructed so as to prevent the passage of a 2 1 -inch-diameter (533 mm) sphere and shall comply with the loading
requirements for guards specified in the International Building Code.
"Section 306, add Section 306.7 with exception and subsection 306. 7.1 to read as follows:
306.7 Water heaters above ground or floor. When the attic, roof, mezzanine or platform in which a water heater
is installed is more than eight (8) feet (2438 mm) above the ground or floor level, it shall be made accessible by a
stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building.
"Section 401.5, add a second paragraph to read as follows:
Both ends of each section of medium pressure gas piping shall identify its operating gas pressure with an approved
tag. The tags are to be composed of aluminum or stainless steel and the following wording shall be stamped into the
tag:
"WARNING
1/2 to 5 psi gas pressure
Do Not Remove"
"Section 404.12; change to read as follows:
404.12 Minimum burial depth. Underground piping systems shall be installed a minimum depth of 18 inches
(458 mm) top of pipe below grade.
"Section 404.12.1; Delete in its entirety
"Section 406.4; change to read as follows:
406.4 Test pressure measurement. Test pressure shall be measured with a monometer or with a pressure -
measuring device designed and calibrated to read, record, or indicate a pressure loss caused by leakage during
the pressure test period. The source of pressure shall be isolated before the pressure tests are made.
"Section 406.4.1; change to read as follows:
406.4.1 Test pressure. The test pressure to be used shall be no less than 3 psig (20 kPa gauge), or at the discretion
of the Code Official, the piping and valves may be tested at a pressure of at least six (6) inches (152 mm) of
mercury, measured with a manometer or slope gauge. For tests
requiring a pressure of 3 psig, diaphragm gauges shall utilize a dial with a minimum diameter of three and one half
inches (3 %2"), a set hand, 1/10 pound incrementation and pressure range not to exceed 6 psi for tests requiring a
pressure of 3 psig. For tests requiring a pressure of 10 psig, diaphragm gauges shall utilize a dial with a minimum
diameter of three and one-half inches (3 '/2"), a set hand, a minimum of 2/10 pound incrementation and a pressure
range not to exceed 20 psi. For welded piping, and for piping carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen (14)
inches water column pressure (3.48 kPa) (1/2 psi) and less than 200 inches of water column pressure (52.2 kPa)
(7.5 psi), the test pressure shall not be less than ten (10) pounds per square inch (69.6 kPa). For piping carrying gas
at a pressure that exceeds 200 inches of water column (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the test pressure shall be not less than
one and one-half times the proposed maximum working pressure.
Diaphragm gauges used for testing must display a current calibration and be in good working condition. The
appropriate test must be applied to the diaphragm gauge used for testing. _
"Section 406.4.2; change to read as follows:
406.4.2 Test duration. Test duration shall be held for a length of time satisfactory to the Code Official, but
in no case for less than fifteen (15) minutes. For welded piping, and for piping carrying gas at pressures in
excess of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure (3.481cPa), the test duration shall be held for a length of
time satisfactory to the Code Official, but in no case for less than thirty (30) minutes.
(Delete remainder of section.)
"Section 409.1; add Section 409.1.4 to read as follows:
409.1.4 Valves in CSST installations. Shutoff valves installed with corrugated stainless steel (CSST) piping
systems shall be supported with an approved termination fitting, or equivalent support, suitable for the size of the
valves, of adequate strength and quality, and located at intervals so as to prevent or damp out excessive vibration
but in no case greater than 12-inches from the center of the valve. Supports shall be installed so as not to interfere
with the free expansion and contraction of the system's piping, fittings, and valves between anchors. All valves and
supports shall be designed and installed so they will not be disengaged by movement of the supporting piping.
"Section 410.1; add a second paragraph and exception to read as follows:
Access to regulators shall comply with the requirements for access to appliances as specified in
Section
306.
Exception: A passageway or level service space is not required when the regulator is capable of being
serviced and removed through the required attic opening.
"Section 621.2; add exception as follows:
621.2 Prohibited use. One or more unvented room heaters shall not be used as the sole source of comfort
heating in a dwelling unit.
Exception: Existing approved unvented heaters may continue to be used in dwelling units, in accordance
with the code provisions in effect when installed, when approved by the Code Official unless an unsafe
condition is determined to exist as described in Section 108.7.
ARTICLE 3.2700 INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE
See.3.2701 Adopted
The International Existing Building Code, 2018 Edition as published by the International Code Council is hereby
adopted for the purpose of providing minimum requirements and standards for the protection of the public's health,
safety and welfare. One (1) copy of said code is incorporated herein by reference and shall be kept on file in the
office of the building official. Fees are as set forth in the fee schedule in the appendix of this code.
See.3.2702 Amendments
"Section 102.4, change to read as follows:
[A] 102.4 Referenced codes and standards. The codes, when specifically adopted, and standards referenced in this
code shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference and as
further regulated in Sections 102.4.1 and 102.4.2.
"Section 202; amend definitions as follows:
Existing Building - A building, structure, or space, with an approved final inspection issued under a code edition
which is at least 2 published code editions preceding the currently adopted building code; or a change of
occupancy.
Existing Structure — A building, structure, or space, with an approved final inspection issued under a code edition
which is at least 2 published code editions preceding the currently adopted building code; or a change of
occupancy.
"Section 305.4.2; add Number 7 to the list of requirements as follows:
1. At one accessible family or assisted use toilet room shall be provided in accordance with Chapter 11 of
the International Building Code.
**Section 406.1; add a code reference to read as follows;
Section 406.1 Material. Existing electrical wiring and equipment undergoing repair shall be allowed to be repaired
or replaced with like material, in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 70.
**Section 504.1.2 Fire Escapes; change to read as follows:
504.1.2 Existing fire escapes. Existing fire escapes shall continue to be accepted as a component in the means of
egress in existing buildings only. Existing fire escapes shall be permitted to be repaired or replaced.
**Section 504.1.3; delete entire section.
**Section 505.3; change to read as follows:
505.3 Replacement window emergency escape and rescue openings. Where windows are required to provide
emergency escape and rescue openings in Group R-2 and R-3 occupancies, replacement windows shall be
exempt from the requirements of Sections 1030.2, 1030.3 and 1030.5 of the International Building Code
provided the replacement window meets the following conditions: (remainder unchanged)
**Section 507.1.1 add an exception to read as follows:
Exception:
Moved historic buildings need not be brought into compliance with the exception of new construction
features required as the result of such movement, including but not limited to foundations and/or other
structural elements.
**Section 507.3 Flood Hazard Areas: delete this section:
**Section 702.6, add a code reference to read as follows:
702.6 Materials and methods. All new work shall comply with the materials and methods requirements in the
International Building Code, International Energy Conservation Code, International Mechanical Code, National
Electrical Code, and International Plumbing Code, as applicable, that specify material standards, detail of
installation and connection, joints, penetrations, and continuity of any element, component, or system in the
building.
**Section 802.5.1; Exception; change to read as follows:
802.5.1 Minimum requirement. Every portion of open -sided walking surface, including mezzanines,
equipment platforms, aisles, stairs, ramps and landings that is more than 30 inches (762 mm) above the floor
grade and is not provided with guards, or those in which the existing guards are judged to be in danger of
collapsing, shall be provided with guards.
**Section 803.1; add sentence to read as follows:
For the purpose of fire sprinkler protection and fire alarm requirements included in this section, the work area
shall be extended to include at least the entire tenant space or spaces bounded by walls capable of resisting the
passage of smoke containing the subject work area, and if the work area includes a corridor, hallway, or other
exit access, then such corridor, hallway, or other exit access shall be protected in its entirety on that particular
floor level.
"Section 803.2.4, change Exception to read as follows:
Exception:
Supervision is not required where the Fire Code does not require such for new construction.
"Section 803.3; change section to read as follows:
803.3 Standpipes. Refer to Section 1103.6 of the Fire Code for retroactive standpipe requirements.
[Delete rest of Section 804.3.]
"Section 805.2; Remove Exception W
"Section 805.3.1.2; change to read as follows:
805.3.1.2 Fire Escapes required. For other than Group I-2, where more than one exit is required an existing
fire escape complying with section 805.3.1.2.1 shall be accepted as providing one of the required means of
egress.
"Section 805.3.1.2.1; change to read as follows:
805.3.1.2.1 Fire Escape access and details - ...
1. [Remain unchanged]
2. Access to a fire escape shall be through a door...
3. Item deleted
4. [Remain unchanged]
5. In all building of Group E occupancy up to and including the
occupancy, boarding houses, and childcare centers, ladders of
escapes used as a required means of egress.
"Section 805.5.2 Transoms Add language to read as follows:
805.5.2 Transoms. In all buildings of Group B, E [Remainder unchanged]
"Section 904.1; add sentence to read as follows:
12th grade, building of Group I
any type are prohibited on fire
For the purpose of fire sprinkler protection and fire alarm requirements included in this section, the work area
shall be extended to include at least the entire tenant space or spaces bounded by walls containing the subject
work area, and if the work area includes a corridor, hallway, or other exit access, then such corridor, hallway, or
other exit access shall be protected in its entirety on that particular floor level.
"Section 904.1.1; add sentence to read as follows:
904.1.1 High-rise buildings. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in work areas of high-rise
buildings
"Section 1301.3.2; change to read as follows:
1301.3.2 Compliance with other codes. Buildings that are evaluated in accordance with this section shall comply
with the International Fire Code.
ARTICLE 3.2900 INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE
The International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, 2018 Edition as published by the International Code Council is
hereby adopted for the purpose of providing minimum requirements and standards for the protection of the public's
health, safety and welfare. One (1) copy of said code is incorporated herein by reference and shall be kept on file in
the office of the building official. Fees are as set forth in the fee schedule in the appendix of this code.
Section 2. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are, to the extent of such conflict,
hereby repealed.
Section 3. It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that the sections, paragraphs,
sentences, clauses, phrases and words of this ordinance are severable and, if any word, phrase, clause, sentence,
paragraph, or section of this ordinance shall be declared unconstitutional by the valid judgement or decree of any
court competent jurisdiction, such unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the remaining portions of this
Ordinance, since the same would have been enacted by the City Council without the incorporation in this ordinance
of any such unconstitutional word, phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section.
Section 4. Any person, filmor corporation who shall violate any of the provisions of this article shall
be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction shall be fined in accordance with the general penalty provision
found in Section 1.109 of the Code of Ordinances.
Section 5. This ordinance will take effect on May 1, 2021.
DULY PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED, this theq day of2021, by the City Council
of the City of Sanger, Denton County, Texas.
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ORDINANCE NO.05.10.21
ORDINANCE If 04.05.21
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
OF SANGER, TEXAS,
SANGER, TEXAS AMENDING
AMENDING THE CODE OF
THE CODE OF
CHAPTER THE
ORDINANCES, ARTICLE 10.100
ORDINANCES, 3.100
'SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE' TO
,
'BUILDING INSPECTION
REVISE FILING FEES AND
DEPARTMENT ESTABLISHED',
CHARGES REQUIREMENTS;
ARTICLE
PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL
ARTIC3.200 LE 3.300NG
CODE', ARTICLE 3.300
OF ALL ORDINANCES IN
'PLUMBING CODE', ARTICLE
CONFLICT; PROVIDING A
3.400 CODE',
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE;
CAL
ARTICLE RiCA
ARTICLE
PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY;
.500'ELEHANICAL
ARTICLE
CODE', ARTICLE 3.600
AND PROVIDING FOR AN
'RESIDENTIAL CODE',
EFFECTIVE DATE. Section 4.
ARTICLE 3.2200 'REGULATING
Any person, firm or corporation
PLACEMENTOF GAS AND
violating any of the provisions of
ELECTRIC METERS ON ALL
this ordinance or the subdivision
NEW SINGLE FAMILY
regulations adopted hereby shall
RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS',
be guilty of a misdemeanor and
ARTICLE 3.2500 'ENERGY
Upon conviction shall be fined in
CONSERVATION CODE',
accordance with the general
ARTICLE 3.2600'FUEL GAS
penalty found in Section
CODE', ARTICLE 3.2700
1.109 of the Code of Ordinances.
of,
EXISTING BUILDING CODE',
Section 5. This Ordinance shall
ARTICLE 2.900 SWIMMING
lake effect on May 4, 2021. DULY
POOL AND SPA CODE;
PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL
PASSED, APPROVED AND
ADOPTED, this 3rd day of May
OF ALL ORDINANCES IN
2021.
CONFLICT; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE;
ORDINANCE #04.07.21
PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY;
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Section 4.
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SANGER, TEXAS AMENDING
Any person, film or corporation
APPENDIX A FEE SCHEDULE
who shall violate any of the
OF THE CODE OF
provisions of this article shall be
ORDINANCES, CREATING
guilty of a misdemeanor and
ARTICLE 9.000'FIRE FEES',
upon conviction shall be fined in
PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL
accordance with the general
OF ALL ORDINANCES IN
penalty provision found in Section
CONFLICT; PROVIDING A
1.109 of the Code of Ordinances.
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE;
Section 5. This ordinance will
PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY;
take effect on May 1, 2021. DULY
WAND PROVIDING FOR AN
PASSED, APPROVED AND
EFFECTIVE DATE. Section 4.
ADOPTED, this the 19 day of
A film or c oration
April 2021.
ny person, orp
who shall violate any of the
provisions of this article shall be
guilty of a misdemeanor and
upon conviction shall be fined in
accordance with the general
penalty provision found in Section
1.109 of the Code of Ordinances.
Section 5. This ordinance will
take effect on May 1, 2021. DULY
PASSED, APPROVED AND
ADOPTED, this the 19 day of
;April 2021.
ORDINANCE # 04.06.21
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SANGER, TEXAS AMENDING
CHAPTER 5 OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES, ARTICLE 5.200
,'INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE';
PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL
OF ALL ORDINANCES IN
CONFLICT; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE;
PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY;
AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Section 4.
Any person, film or corporation
who shall violate any of the
provisions of this article shall be
guilty of a misdemeanor and
Upon conviction shall be fined in
accordance with the general
penalty provision found in Section
1.109 of the Code of Ordinances.
DULY PASSED, APPROVED
AND ADOPTED, this the 19 day
of April 2021.
dre 08/10/2021 & 06/11/2021
Ad Copy:
ORDINANCE NO. 05-10-21
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANGER, TEXAS, AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES,
ARTICLE 10.100 "SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE" TO REVISE FILING FEES AND CHARGES
REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING
A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE. Section 4. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the
provisions of this ordinance or the subdivision regulations adopted hereby
shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction shall be fined in
accordance with the general penalty provision found in Section 1.109 of the
Code of Ordinances. Section 5. This Ordinance shall take effect on May 4, 2021.
DULY PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED, this 3rd day of May 2021.
ORDINANCE #04-07-21
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANGER, TEXAS AMENDING APPENDIX
A FEE SCHEDULE OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CREATING ARTICLE 9.000 "FIRE FEES",
PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE. Section 4. Any person, film or corporation who shall violate any of the
provisions of this article shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction
shall be fined in accordance with the general penalty provision found in
Section 1.109 of the Code of Ordinances. Section 5. This ordinance will take
effect on May 1, 2021. DULY PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED, this the 19 day of
April 2021.
ORDINANCE # 04-06-21
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANGER, TEXAS AMENDING CHAPTER
5 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, ARTICLE 5.200 "INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE"; PROVIDING
FOR THE REPEAL OF ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE;
PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Section 4. Any
person, film or corporation who shall violate any of the provisions of this
article shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction shall be fined in
accordance with the general penalty provision found in Section 1.109 of the
Code of Ordinances. DULY PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED, this the 19 day of April
2021.
ORDINANCE # 04-05-21
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANGER, TEXAS AMENDING CHAPTER
3 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, ARTICLE 3.100 "BUILDING INSPECTION DEPARTMENT
ESTABLISHED", ARTICLE 3.200 "BUILDING CODE", ARTICLE 3.300 "PLUMBING CODE",
ARTICLE 3.400 "MECHANICAL CODE", ARTICLE 3.500 "ELECTRICAL CODE", ARTICLE 3.600
"RESIDENTIAL CODE", ARTICLE 3.2200 "REGULATING PLACEMENT OF GAS AND ELECTRIC
METERS ON ALL NEW SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS", ARTICLE 3.2500 "ENERGY
CONSERVATION CODE", ARTICLE 3.2600 "FUEL GAS CODE", ARTICLE 3.2700 "EXISTING
BUILDING CODE", ARTICLE 2.900 SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE; PROVIDING FOR THE
REPEAL OF ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE;
PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Section 4. Any
person, film or corporation who shall violate any of the provisions of this
article shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction shall be fined in
accordance with the general penalty provision found in Section 1.109 of the
Code of Ordinances. Section 5. This ordinance will take effect on May 1, 2021.
DULY PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED, this the 19 day of April 2021.
dre 08/10/2021 & 08/1 1 /2021