04-10-19-Ordinance-Building Code Amendments 2015 Edition-04/15/2019ORDINANCE 04-10-19
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CTTY 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 "INTERNATIONAL
RESIDENTIAL CODE" 3.2500 "ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE", ARTICLE 3.2600
"FUEL GAS CODE", ARTICLE 3.2700 "INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE"
AND ADOPTING ARTICLE 3.2900 "INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA" AND
ARTICLE 3.3000 "MODEL HOME GUIDELINES; 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, 2015 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. Those portions of said code pertaining to building and construction
fees shall be amended to read as set forth in the fee schedule found in the appendix of this code.
See.3.202 Amendments
"The references in the following sections of the 2015 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 asfollows:
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 101.4.8; 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 INSPECTIONDEPARTMENT 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; under sub -title entitled 'Building" delete items 2, and 10
and renumber as follows:
Building:
1.
(Unchanged)
2.
Delete this exemption
2.(Unchanged)
4
3.(Unchanged)
-57
4.(Unchanged)
6:
5.(Unchanged)
7:
6.(Unchanged)
S-:
7.(Unchanged)
9.
8.(Unchanged)
10.
Delete this exemption
4-:
9.(Unchanged)
4-2
10.(Unchanged)
13. 11. (Unchanged)
**Section 109; add Section 109.7 to read asfollows:
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.
109.9 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 I10.3.5; Delete exception
**Section 202, amend definition ofAmbulatory Care Facility asfollows:
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 asfollows.
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 fi°om staff
**Section 202; change definition of "Atrium" asfollows:
ATRIUM. An opening connecting three or more stories... Balance remains unchanged
**Section 202; amend definition to read asfollows:
HIGH-RISE BUILDING. A building with an occupied floor located more than 55 feet (16764
mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
**Section 202; amend definition 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 tube changes, inspections, windshield repair or replacement, shocks,
minor part replacement and other such minor repairs.
**Section 202; amend definition to read asfollows:
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 asfollows:
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 thefollowing to the list of occupancies:
Fire stations
Police stations with detention facilities for 5 or less
**Section 307.1; 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 IPC Chapter 21, Dry
Cleaning Plant provisions.
**Section 403.1, Exception 3; change to read asfollows:
3. Open air portions of buildings [remainder unchanged]
**Section 403.3, Exception; delete item 2
**Section 403.3.3.2 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
two is at least 10 feet (3048 mm)
**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 wide pathway meeting fire department
access from the street or approved fire lane shall be provided.
**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 9; refer to:
The International Fire Code as amended by City of Sanger.
**Section 1006.2.2.6; add a new Section 1006.2.2.6 as follows:
1006.2.2.6 Electrical Rooms. For electrical rooms, special exiting requirements may apply. Reference
the electrical code as adopted.
170ty45
**Section1009.1; add the following Exception 4:
Exceptions:
{previous exceptions unchanged)
4. Buildings regulated under State Law and built in accordance with State registered plans,
including any variances or waivers granted by the State, shall be deemed to be in compliance
with the requirements of Section 1009.
**Section 1010.1.9.4; 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 1015.8, 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; delete this section:
'*Section 1101.1; Add exception to read asfollows:
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.
**Section 1203.1; amend to read asfollows
1203.1 General. Buildings shall be provided with natural ventilation in accordance with Section
1203.4, or mechanical ventilation in accordance with the International Mechanical Code.
Where air infiltration rate in a dwelling unit is 5 air changes or less per hour when tested with a
blower door at a pressure 0.2 inch w.c. (50 Pa) in accordance with Section 402.4.1.2 of the
International Energy Conservation Code, the dwelling unit shall be ventilated by mechanical means in
accordance with Section 403 of the International Mechanical Code.
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 1510.1, add a sentence to read as follows:
1510.1 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 asfollows:
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 rend 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 1704.2.4; amend to read as follows:
1704.2.4 Report requirement. Approved agencies shall keep records of special inspections and
tests. The approved agency shall submit reports of special inspections and tests to the Building
Official upon request, and to the registered design professional in responsible charge. Individual
inspection reports shall indicate that work inspected or tested was or was not completed in
conformance to approved construction documents. [Remainder unchanged]
**Section 1704.2.5.2; amend to read as follows:
1704.2.5.1 Fabricator approval. Special inspections during fabrications required by Section 1704 are
not required where the work is done on the premises of a fabricator registered and approved to perform
such work without special inspection. Approval shall be based upon review of the fabricator's written
procedural and quality control manuals and periodic auditing of fabrication practices by an approved
agency, or a fabricator that is enrolled in a nationally accepted inspections program. At completion of
fabrication, the acceptable or approved fabricator shall submit a certificate of compliance to the owner
or the owner's authorized agent or the registered design professional in responsible charge stating that
the work was performed in accordance with the approved construction documents. The certificate of
compliance shall also be made available to the Building Official upon request.
**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.
**Section 2902.1; add a second paragraph to read as follows:
In other than E Occupancies, the minimum number of fixtures in Table 2902.1 may be lowered, if
requested in writing, by the applicant stating reasons for a reduced number and approved by the
Building Official.
Table 2902.1; add footnote f to read as follows:
f. 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.
**Section 2902.1.3; add new Section 2902.1.3 to read asfollows:
2902.1.3 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.
2902.1.3.1 Hand washing lavatory. At least one hand washing lavatory shall be provided for
use by employees that is accessible from food preparation, food dispensing and ware washing
areas. Additional hand washing lavatories may be required based on convenience of use by
employees.
2902.1.3.2 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 3002.1; add exceptions to read as follows:
Exceptions:
1. Elevators wholely located within atriums complying with Section 404 shall not require
hoistway enclosure protection.
2. Elevators in open or enclosed parking garages that serve only the parking garage, and
complying with Sections 406.5 and 406.6, respectively, shall not require hoistway enclosure
protection.
**Section 3005.4, amend text to read as follows:
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 3005.7; 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 mm) 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.
ARTICLE 3.300 PLUMBING CODE
See.3.301 Adopted
The International Plumbing Code, 2015 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 asfollows:
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 pail 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 asfollows:
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 thefollowing:
**Section 305.4.1; change to read asfollows:
305.6.1 Sewer depth. Building sewers shall be a minimum of 12 inches (304 mm)
below grade.
**Section 305.7; change to read asfollows:
305.9 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 would 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
**Section412.4; change to read asfollows:
412.4 Required location. 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 Appliances 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), or larger where such dimensions be not less than 20
inches by 30 inches(508mm by 762mm) where such dimensions are large enough to allow removal of
the water heater. 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 502.6; Add Section 50Z6 to read asfollows:
502.6 Water beaters 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 react asfollows:
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 indirect waste receptor 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 or more than 24 inches (152 mm) above grade nor more than 6
inches above the waste 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 At 12.4.1.
"Section 504.7.1; 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 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 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 604.4; add Section 604.4.1 to read as follows:
604.4.1 State maximum flow rate. Where the State mandated maximum flow rate is more
restrictive than those of this section, the State flow rate shall take precedence.
"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 606.1; delete items 44 and #5.
"Section 606.2; change to read asfollows:
606.2 Location of shutoff valves. Shutoff valves shall be installed in the following locations:
On the fixture supply to each plumbing fixture other than bathtubs and showers in one -
and two- family residential occupancies, and other than in individual sleeping units that
are provided with unit shutoff valves in hotels, motels, boarding houses and similar
occupancies.
2. On the water supply pipe to each appliance or mechanical equipment.
'Section 608.1; change to read asfollows:
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 608.16.5; 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 608.17; change to read asfollows:
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 610.1; add exception to read as follows:
610.1 General. New or repaired potable water systems shall be purged of deleterious matter and
disinfected prior to utilization. The method to be followed shall be that prescribed by the health
authority or water purveyor having jurisdiction or, in the absence of a prescribed method, the
procedure described in either AWWA C651 or AWWA C652, or as described in this section. This
requirement shall apply to "on -site" or "in -plant" fabrication of a system or to a modular portion
of a system.
1. The pipe system shall be flushed with clean, potable water until dirty water does not
appear at the points of outlet.
2. The system or part thereof shall be filled with a water/chlorine solution containing at least
50 parts per million (50 mg/L) of chlorine, and the system or part thereof shall be valved off
and allowed to stand for 24 hours; or the system or part thereof shall be filled with a
water/chlorine solution containing at least 200 parts per million (200 mg/L) of chlorine and
allowed to stand for 3 hours.
3. Following the required standing time, the system shall be flushed with clean potable
water until the chlorine is purged from the system.
4. The procedure shall be repeated where shown by a bacteriological
examination that contamination remains present in the system.
Exception: With prior approval the Code Official may wave this requirement when
deemed un-necessary.
*"Section 703, 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 705.11.2, amend to read as follows:
705.11.2 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 B 181.2 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 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 714, 714.1; change to read asfollows:
SECTION 714
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 804.2; added to read as follows:
804.2 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 asfollows:
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 1002.10; delete.
"Section 1003.3.8, added to read as follows:
1003.3.8 Sample Well. A 12 inch sample well shall be provided on all grease interceptors or
separators. The sample well shall be installed immediately adjacent to the exit of the interceptor or
separator.
**Section 1101.8; change to read as follows:
1101.8 Cleanouts required. Cleanouts or manholes shall be installed in the storm drainage
system and shall comply with the provisions of this code for sanitary drainage pipe cleanouts.
**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 1108.3; change to read as follows:
1107.3 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 ofponding 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 2.
ARTICLE 3.400 MECHANICAL
DE See. 3.401 Adopted
The International Mechanical Code, 2015 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 asfollows:
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... (reminder of section unchanged)
**Section 306.5, change to read asfollows:
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 _.. {bank
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 asfollows:
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 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 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 to read asfollows:
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 asfollows:
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 2014 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.
See.3.502 Amendments
""Section 110(A)(1); add to read asfollows:
110(A)(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.
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.
See. 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.
See. 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 (5'6"), nor more than seven feet (T) 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 46 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 independently.
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, 2015 Edition as published by the International Code Council is
hereby adopted as the building code of 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.
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 RI02.4.1 and RI02.4.2.
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 NPPA 70 or the Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
"Section RI05.2; 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 pe I mit 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 (R110.1 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 propeliy 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:
2. Installation, alteration or repairs of electrical powered {remaining text unchanged)
**Section R326 Swimming Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs. Amended to read as follows:
R326.1 General. The design and construction of pools and spas shall comply with the 2015 IRC
Appendix Q. Swimming Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs.
"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 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 I Od (0.148 inch diameter) having a minimum length of 1 % 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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"Section R703.8.4.1; add a second paragraph to read as follows:
In stud framed exterior walls, all ties shall 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 #3 to read asfollows:
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. 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 [REJ—Energy Efficiency is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
N1101.1 Scope. This chapter regulates the energy efficiency for the design and construction of
buildings regulated by this code.
N1101.2 Compliance. Compliance shall be demonstrated by meeting the requirements of the
residential provisions of 2015 International Energy Conservation Code.
"Section M13051.3; change to read as follows:
M1305.1.3 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access shall be
provided ... {bulk of paragraph unchanged} ... sides of the appliance where access is required.
The clear access opening dimensions shall be a minimum of20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm by
762 mm), or larger and 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.
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}
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.
* *M1503.4 Makeup Air Required; Amend and add exception as follows:
M1503.4 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 tankless 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
EDFI).
**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.
**Section G241 Zl (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 G241 7.4; 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 G2417.4.1; 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 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 inerementation 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 V2"), 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 G241 Z4.2; 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); 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 (6241.1) 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 P2801.5.1; add 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.
** 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 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 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.
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 indirect waste receptor or to the outdoors.
[remainder unchanged]
**Section P2801.7; add Exception to read as follows:
Exceptions:
1. Electric Water Heater.
**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 P2903; delete this section
**Section P3003.9.2; delete exception:
**Section P3111; delete this section:
**Section P3112.2, 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 min) 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 mm/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.I; add to read as follows:
E3405.3.1 Panelboards shall not be installed on the exterior of the dwelling unit.
**Appendix Q Reserved. Amended to read as follows:
Appendix Q. Swimming Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs.
SECTION AQI01 GENERAL
AQ10L1 General. The provisions of this appendix shall control the design and construction of
swimming pools, spas and hot tubs installed in or on the lot of a one- or two-family dwelling.
AQ101.2 Pools in flood hazard areas. Pools that are located in flood hazard areas established by
Table R301.2(1), including above -ground pools, on- ground pools and in -ground pools that involve
placement of fill, shall comply with Section AQ101.2.1 or AQ101.2.2.
Exception: Pools located in riverine flood hazard areas which are outside of designated floodways.
AQ101.2.1 Pools located in designated floodways. Where pools are located in designated floodways,
documentation shall be submitted to the building official which demonstrates that the construction of
the pool will not increase the design flood elevation at any point within the jurisdiction.
AQ101.2.2 Pools located where floodways have not been designated. Where pools are located
where design flood elevations are specified but floodways have not been designated, the applicant shall
provide a floodway analysis that demonstrates that the proposed pool will not increase the design flood
elevation more than 1 foot (305 mm) at any point within the jurisdiction.
SECTION AQ102 DEFINITIONS
AQ102.1 General. For the purposes of these requirements, the terms used shall be defined as follows
and as set forth in Chapter 2.
ABOVE-GROUND/ON-GROUND POOL. See "Swimming pool."
BARRIER. A fence, wall, building wall or combination thereof which completely surrounds the
swimming pool and obstructs access to the swimming pool.
HOT TUB. See "Swimming pool."
IN -GROUND POOL. See "Swimming pool."
RESIDENTIAL. That which is situated on the premises of a detached one- or two-family
dwelling, or a one -family townhouse not more than three stories in height.
SPA, NONPORTABLE. See "Swimming pool."
SPA, PORTABLE. A nonpermanent structure intended for recreational bathing, in which all
controls, water -heating and water -circulating equipment are an integral part of the product.
SWIMMING POOL. Any structure intended for swimming or recreational bathing that contains
water more than 24 inches (610 min) deep. This includes in -ground, above -ground and on -ground
swimming pools, hot tubs and spas.
SWIMMING POOL, INDOOR. A swimming pool which is totally contained within a
structure and surrounded on all four sides by the walls of the enclosing structure.
SWIMMING POOL, OUTDOOR. Any swimming pool which is not an indoor pool.
SECTION AG103 SWIMMING POOLS
AQ103.1 In -ground pools. In -ground pools shall be designed and constructed in compliance with
ANSI/NSPI-5.
AQ103.2 Above -ground and on -ground pools. Above -ground and on -ground pools shall be designed
and constructed in compliance with ANSI/NSPI-4.
AQ103.3 Pools in flood hazard areas. In flood hazard areas established by Table R301.2 (1), pools in
coastal high -hazard areas shall be designed and constructed in compliance with ASCE 24.
SECTION AQ104 SPAS AND HOT TUBS
AQ104.1 Permanently installed spas and hot tubs. Permanently installed spas and hot tubs shall be
designed and constructed in compliance with ANSI/NSPI-3.
AQ104.2 Portable spas and hot tubs. Portable spas and hot tubs shall be designed and constructed in
compliance with ANSI/NSPI-6.
SECTION AQ105 BARRIER REQUIREMENTS
AQ105.lApplication. The provisions of this appendix shall control the design of barriers
for residential swimming pools, spas and hot tubs. These design controls are intended to
provide protection against potential drownings and near-drownings by restricting access to
swimming pools, spas and hot tubs.
AQ105.2 Outdoor swimming pool. An outdoor swimming pool, including an in -ground, above-
ground or on -ground pool, hot tub or spa shall be surrounded by a barrier which shall comply with
the following:
1. The top of the barrier shall be at least 72 inches (1219mm) above grade measured on the side of
the barrier, which faces away from the swimming pool. The maximum vertical clearance between
grade and the bottom of the barrier shall be 2 inches (51 mm) measured on the side of the barrier,
which faces away from the swimming pool. Where the top of the pool structure is above grade, such
as an above -ground pool, the barrier may be at ground level, such as the pool structure, or mounted
on top of the pool structure. Where the barrier is mounted on top of the pool structure, the maximum
vertical clearance between the top of the pool structure and the bottom of the barrier shall be 4 inches
(102mm).
2. Openings in the barrier shall not allow passage of a 4-inch-diameter (IO2mm) sphere.
3. Solid barriers which do not have openings, such as a masonry or stone wall, shall not
contain indentations or protrusions except for normal construction tolerances and tooled
masonry joints.
4. Where the barrier is composed of horizontal and vertical members and the distance between the
tops of the horizontal members is less than 45 inches (I 143mm), the horizontal members shall be
located on the swimming pool side of the fence. Spacing between vertical members shall not exceed
1.75 inches (44mm) in width. Where there are decorative cutouts within vertical members, spacing
within the cutouts shall not exceed 1.75 inches (44 mm) in width.
5. Where the barrier is composed of horizontal and vertical members and the distance between the
tops of the horizontal members is 45 inches (1143 mm) or more, spacing between vertical members
shall not exceed 4 inches (102 mm). Where there are decorative cutouts within vertical members,
spacing within the cutouts shall not exceed 1.75 inches (44 mm) in width.
6. Maximum mesh size for chain link fences shall be a 2.25-inch (57 mm) square unless the fence
is provided with slats fastened at the top or the bottom which reduce the openings to not more
than 1.75 inches (44 mm).
7. Where the barrier is composed of diagonal members, such as a lattice fence, the maximum
opening formed by the diagonal members shall not be more than 1.75 inches (44 mm).
8. Access gates shall comply with the requirements of Section AQ 105.2, Items 1 through 7, and shall
be equipped to accommodate a locking device. Pedestrian access gates shall open outward away
from the pool and shall be self -closing and have a self -latching device. Gates other than pedestrian
access gates shall have a self -latching device. Where the release mechanism of the self -latching
device is located less than 54 inches (1372 mm) from the bottom of the gate, the release mechanism
and openings shall comply with the following:
8.1. The release mechanism shall be located on the pool side of the gate at least 3 inches
(76 mm) below the top of the gate, and
8.2. The gate and barrier shall not have openings greater than 0.5 inch (13 mm) within 18
inches (457 mm) of the release mechanism.
9. Where a wall of a dwelling serves a part of the barrier one of the following conditions shall be met:
9.1. The pool shall be equipped with a powered safety cover in compliance with ASTM F1346;
or
9.2. Doors with direct access to the pool through that wall shall be equipped with an alarm
which produces an audible warning when the door and/or its screen, if present, are opened.
The alarm shall be listed and labeled in accordance with UL 2017. The deactivation switch
(es) shall be located at least 54 inches (1372 mm) above the threshold of the door; or
9.3. Other means of protection, such as self -closing doors with self -latching devices, which
are approved by the governing body, shall be acceptable as long as the degree of protection
afforded is not less than the protection afforded by Item 9.1 or 9.2 described above.
10. Where an above -ground pool structure is used as a barrier or where the barrier is mounted on
top of the pool structure, and the means of access is a ladder or steps, then:
10.1. The ladder or steps shall be capable of being secured, locked or removed to
prevent access, or
10.2. The ladder or steps shall be surrounded by a barrier which meets the requirements of
Section AQ105.2, Items 1 through 9. When the ladder or steps are secured, locked or
removed, any opening created shall not allow the passage of a 4-inchdiameter (102 mm)
sphere.
AQ105.3 Indoor swimming pool. Walls surrounding an indoor swimming pool shall comply with
Section AQ105.2, Item 9.
AQ105.4 Prohibited locations. Barriers shall be located so as to prohibit permanent
structures, equipment or similar objects from being used to climb them.
AQ105.5 Barrier exceptions. Spas or hot tubs with a safety cover which complies with ASTM F
1346, as listed in Section AQ107, shall be exempt from the provisions of this appendix
SECTION AQ106 ENTRAPMENT PROTECTION FOR SWIMMING POOL AND SPA
SUCTION OUTLETS
AQ106.1 General. Suction outlets shall be designed and installed in accordance with ANSI/APSP-7.
SECTION AQ107 ABBREVIATIONS
AQ107.1 General.
ANSI —American National Standards Institute
l 1 West 42nd Street
New York, NY 10036
APSP—Association of Pool and Spa Professionals
NSPI—National Spa and Pool Institute
2111 Eisenhower Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22314
ASCE—American Society of Civil Engineers
1801 Alexander Bell Drive
Reston, VA 98411-0700
ASTM—ASTM International
100 Barr Harbor Drive
West Conshohocken, PA 19428
UL—Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
333 Pfingsten Road
Northbrook, IL 60062-2096
SECTION AQ108 REFERENCED STANDARDS
AQ108.1 General.
ANSI/NSP
ANSI/NSPI- Standard for Permanently Installed
3-99 Residential Spas AQ104.1
ANSI/NSPI- Standard for Above-
4-99 ground/ On -ground
Residential Swimmine AQ103.2
ANSI/NSPI- Standard for Residential
5-03 In -Around Swimming Pools AQ103.1
ANSI/NSPI- Standard for Residential
6-99 Portable Spas
AQ104.2
ANSI/APSP
ANSI/NSPI- Standard for Suction Entrapment
7-06 Avoidance in Swimming Pools, AQ106.1
Wading Pools, Spas, Hot Tubs
and Catch Basins
ASCE
ASCE/SEI- Flood -resistant Design and
24-05 Construction AQ103.3
ASTM
ASTM F Performance Specification
1346-91 for Safety Covers and Labeling AQ105.2,
(2003) Requirements for All Covers for AQ105.5
Swimming Pools Spas and
Hot Tubs
UL
ASTM F Performance Specification
1346-91 for Safety Covers and Labeling AQ105.2,
(2003) Ramiiramentc fnr All C ovem AO105.5
M
UL Standard for General-purpose
2017-2000 Signaling Devices and AQ105.2,
Systems —with revisions
through June 2004
ARTICLE 3.2500 ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE
See.3.2501 Adopted
The International Energy Conservation Code, 2015 Edition as published by the International Code
Council 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.
Sec.3.2502 Amendments
'Section C102/R102; 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.
R1021.2 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 and
R403.3.3 respectively.
**Section C202 and R202; add the following definition:
PROJECTION FACTOR. The ratio of the horizontal depth of the overhang, eave or permanently
attached shading device, divided by the distance measured vertically from the bottom of the
fenestration glazing to the underside of the overhang, eave or permanently attached shading
device.
**Section R202; add the following:
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).
**Section R402.3.2 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, eave, 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.
Table R402.3.2 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 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.
R403.3.3 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 C402.2.7/R402.2; Add Section C402.2.9 and R402.2.I4 to read.
Section C402.2.7/R402.2.14 Insulation installed in walls. To insure that insulation remains in
place, 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 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 I0. 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.
TABLE R406.4 MAXIMUM ENERGY RATING INDEX; amend to read as follows:
MAXIMUM ENERGY RATING
INDEX
CLIMATE ZONE ENERGY RATING INDEX
3 65
This table is effective until August 31, 2019.
TABLE
R406.4'
MAXIMUM ENERGY RATING
INDEX
CLIMATE ZONE ENERGY RATING INDEX
3 63
z The table is effective from September 1, 2019 to August 31, 2022.
TABLE
R406.4'
MAXIMUM ENERGY RATING
INDEX
CLIMATE ZONE ENERGY RATING INDEX
3 59
ARTICLE 3.2600 FUEL GAS CODE
See.3.2601 Adopted
The International Fuel Gas Code, 2015 Edition as published by the International Code Council 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.
See.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 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 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 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 306.7 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 402.3; add an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) shall be a minimum of 1/2" (18 EHD).
**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 rmn) top of pipe below grade.
**Section 406.1; change to read as follows:
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 406.1.1 through 4061.5 to determine compliance with the provisions of this
code. The permit holder shall give reasonable advance notice to the code 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 406.4; change to read as follows:
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 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 IcPa). For piping carrying gas at a pressure
that exceeds 200 inches of water column (52.2 IcPa) (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 (3.48 kPa), 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, 2015 Edition as published by the International Code Council
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.
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 definition of Existing Building 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.
**Section 405.1.2, 405.1.3, 405.1.4; change to read as follows:
405.1.2 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 405.1.3; delete entire section:
**Section 406.2; change to read as follows:
406.2 Replacement window opening control devices. In Group R-2 or R-3 buildings containing
dwelling units, window opening control devices complying with ASTM F 2090 shall be installed
where an existing window is replaced and where all of the following apply to the replacement
window ... The window opening control device, after operation to release the control device
allowing the window to fully open, shall not reduce the minimum net clear opening area of the
window unit to less than the area required by Section 1030.2 of the International Building Code.
(remainder unchanged)
"Section 406.3; change to read as follows:
406.3 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 409.1 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 410.1 adds an exception 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.
"Section 602.3; add code reference to read as follows
602.3 Glazing in hazardous locations. Replacement glazing in hazardous locations shall
comply with the safety glazing requirements of the International Building Code, International
Energy Conservation Code, or International Residential Code as applicable.
"Section 60Z1; add a code reference to read as follows:
607.1 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 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 802.1; add a code reference to read as follows:
802.1 General. Alteration of buildings classified as special use and occupancy as described in
Chapter 4 of the International Building Code shall comply with the requirements of Section 801.1
and the scoping provisions of Chapter I where applicable.
**Section 803.5.1; Exception; change to read as follows:
803.5.1 Minimum requirement. Every portion of open -sided walking surfaces, including
mezzanines, equipment platforms, aisles, stairs, ramps and landings that are 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 804.1; 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 804.2.2, Number 2; change Exception to read as follows:
Exception: Where the building does not have sufficient municipal water supply for design of a fire
sprinkler system available to the floor without installation of a new fire pump, fire sprinkler
protection shall not be required.
**Section 804.2.5; change Exception to read as follows:
Exception: Supervision is not required where the Fire Code does not require such for new
construction.
**Section 804.3; change section to read as follows:
804.3 Standpipes. Refer to Section 1103.6 of the Fire Code for retroactive standpipe requirements.
{Delete rest of Section 804.3.1
**Section 805.2; Remove Exception #1
**Section 805.3.1.1; delete #4
**Section 805.3.1.2; add change to read as follows:
805.3.1.2 Fire Escapes required. For other than Group 1-2, 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; add change to read as follows:
805.3.1.2.1 Fire Escape access and details - ...
2. Access to a fire escape shall be through a door...
3. Strike whole section
5. In all building of Group E occupancy up to and including the 12th grade, building of
Group I occupancy, boarding houses, and childcare centers, ladders of any type are
prohibited on fire escapes used as a required means of egress.
**Section 805.3.1.2.2; delete entire section.
* *Section 805.3.1.2.3; delete entire section.
**Section 805.5.2 Transoms Add note to read as follows:
B and E occupancies are not included in the list and consideration should be given to adding
them depending on existing buildings stock.
"Section 806.2; add an exception 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.
**Section 904.1; 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 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; 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 1401.2; change to read as follows:
1401.2 Applicability. Structures existing prior to the date of an approved final inspection issued
under a code edition which is at least two published code editions preceding the currently adopted
building code; or a change of occupancy, (rest of section un-changed).
**Section 1401.3.2, change to read as follows:
1401.3.2 Compliance with other codes. Buildings that are evaluated in accordance with this
section shall comply with the International Fire Code.
** Chapter 16 — Referenced Standards; change to read as follows:
IECC—Edition as adopted by the State of Texas International Energy Conservation Code®. .
301.2, 702.6, 708.1, 811.1, 908.1
ARTICLE 3.2900 SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE
See.3.2401 Adopted
The Swimming Pool and Spa Code, 2015 Edition as published by the International Code Council 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.
ARTICLE 3.3000 MODEL HOME GUIDELINES
Sec.3.2901 Purpose
This article establishes standards for model home construction prior to the subdivision being fully
inspected and approved.
Sec 3.2902 Standards
The construction of model homes prior to the acceptance of public improvements by the city shall be
subject to the conditions of this section. Any exceptions to the following conditions shall require the
approval of the city council:
1. Each builder shall be allowed a maximum of one (1) model home per subdivision, subject to the
limitations set forth in subsection (2) of this section unless previously approved by the city.
2. No more than four (4) model homes shall be allowed in any one subdivision unless previously
approved by the city.
3. No model home may be constructed prior to the issuance of a building permit by the city. The
building official may revoke the building permit for failure to follow the Model Home Guidelines.
4. No model home shall be sold or occupied until a final certificate of occupancy has been issued for
the structure and a final acceptance of subdivision improvements is obtained from the city in
accordance with the rules, regulations and ordinances of the city.
5. All utility connections are considered to be temporary and may be revoked for failure to follow
Model Home Guidelines.
6. Model homes shall be constructed on developed lots along developed streets.
7. The developer/owner shall file a hold harmless agreement with the city agreeing to filly release
the city from all claims, suits, judgments and demands against the city which have accrued or
which may accrue, and to hold the city harmless from all claims, suits, judgments and demands
against the city, either severally or jointly, which have accrued or which may accrue as a result of
the improvements, including sidewalks, sheets, water and sewer lines, installation of electricity
and other utilities, not having been fully inspected and approved by the city.
8. The hold harmless agreement shall also indicate that the city shall assume no liability for the
development or construction of the development or the improvements. The city only grants
permission for the construction of the model homes and in no way shall be held liable for the
development of the development or for any injury or damages which may result from the
improvements, including those mentioned in subsection (5) of this section, not having been fully
inspected and accepted by the city.
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 validjudgement 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, 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, 2019.
DULY PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED, this the `;` 16ay of 2019, by the
City Council of the City of Sanger, Denton County, Texas.
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ATTEST:
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APPROVED
Thomas E. Muir, MAYOR