HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance 2708 N.C.S. 01/06/2020EFFECTIVE DATE ORDINANCE NO. 2708 N.C.S.
OF ORDINANCE
February 5, 2020
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4 Kathy Miller Dave King
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7 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PETALUMA ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2019
8 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, INCLUDING: PART 1, 2019 CALIFORNIA
9 ADMINISTRATIVE CODE; PART 2, 2019 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE; PART 2.5 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL
10 CODE; PART 3, 2019 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE; PART 4 2019 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE;
11 PART 5 2019 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE; PART 6, CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE; PART 8, 2019
12 CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE; PART 10, 2019 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE;
13 PART 11 2019 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE; AND PART 12, 2019 CALIFORNIA
14 REFERENCED STANDARDS CODE, LOCAL AMENDMENTS TO SPECIFIED PROVISIONS OF THE
15 CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, 2018 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
16 CODE AND REVISING SECTION 17.24 OF THE CITY OF PETALUMA MUNICIPAL CODE
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18 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PETALUMA AS FOLLOWS:
19 SECTION 1: REPEAL OF OLD BUILDING CODES
20 Sections 17.04.010, and .020 of the Petaluma Municipal Code, entitled "Uniform Codes for
21 Construction and Regulation of Buildings and Structures" are hereby repealed in their entireties.
22 SECTION 2: FINDINGS
23 The City Council of the City of Petaluma finds that in order to best protect the health, safety
24 and welfare of the citizens of the City of Petaluma, the standards of building within the City
25 must conform with state law except where local climatic, geological, and topographic
26 conditions warrant more restrictive regulations. Therefore, the City Council should adopt the
27 current state building codes, contained in California Building Standards Code Title 24, and
28 other uniform codes governing the construction and regulation of buildings and structures with
29 the modifications and amendments contained herein.
30 Pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Section 17958.7, the City Council makes the
31 factual findings set forth in "Exhibit A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference,
32 and finds that the amendments made in this ordinance to the California Building Standards
33 Code Title 24, Parts 1, 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12 and the 2019 International Property Maintenance
34 Code are reasonably necessary because of the local climatic, geological or topographical
35 conditions described in Exhibit A.
36 SECTION 3: CURRENT BUILDING CODES ADOPTED
37 Chapter 17.04 of the Petaluma Municipal Code, entitled "California Codes based on
38 International Codes for Construction and Regulation of Buildings and Structures" is hereby
39 added to read as follows:
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1 17.04.010: Adoption of California Codes based on International Codes
2 Pursuant to Section 50022.2 of the California Government Code, the following codes are
3 adopted by reference, including the amendments listed in this chapter which are made
4 pursuant to the findings of fact set forth in the adopting ordinance.
5 A. Part 1-2019 California Administrative Code;
6 B. Part 2-2019 California Building Code based on the 2018 Uniform Building Code, including
7 Chapters 31 B (Public Swimming Pools), 33 (Safeguards During Construction)Appendix
8 C (Group U -Agricultural Buildings), Appendix I (Patio Covers) and Appendix J Gradin in their
9 entirety except as amended in Section 17.04.020;
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Part 2.5— 2019 California Residential Code based on the 2018 Uniform Residential Code
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including Appendix H (Patio Covers), Appendix J (Existing Buildings and Structures),
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Appendix K (Sound Transmission), Appendix O (Automatic Vehicular Gates), Appendix Q (Tiny
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Houses), Appendix R (light Straw -Clay Construction), Appendix S (Strawbale Construction).
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Appendix V (Swimming Pool Safety Act) and Appendix X (Emergency Housing) in their entirety
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except as amended in 17.04.020;
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Part 3-2019 California Electrical Code based on the 2017 National Electrical Code;
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Part 4-2019 California Mechanical Code based on the 2018 International Mechanical Code
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including Sections 101.0 through 118.1 of Chapter 1 inclusively (Administration);
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Part 5-2019 California Plumbing Code based on the 2018 International Plumbing Code
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including Sections 10 1. 1 through 103.1 of Chapter 1 inclusively (Administration);
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Part 6-2019 California Energy Code;
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Part 8-2019 California Historical Building Code;
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Part 10-2019 California Existing Building Code based on the 2018 International Existing
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Building Code;
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Part 11-2019 California Green Building Standards Code at the Mandatory Level for all
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Additions and Alterations and at the Tier Two level for all Wholly New Construction. For new all -
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electric construction, Tier 1 is required. with the exception of Appendix A4 Divisions A4.2 Energy
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Efficiency and Appendix A5 Division A5.2 Energy Efficiency both of which are not adopted;
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Part 12-2019 California Referenced Standards Code;
30 L. 2018 International Property Maintenance Code;
31 All references to permit fees in the codes to be adopted by reference will be deleted pursuant to the
32 ordinance prepared for this year's triennial building standards code adoption. Instead, the permit fees
33 applicable in Petaluma will be fixed by the fee schedules adopted by the city council via resolution.
34 17.04.020 Amendments Made in California Building Codes Parts 1, 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12
35 and the 2018 International Property Maintenance Code
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37 Part 2 of the 2019 California Building Standards Code, California Building Code, as adopted in section
38 17.04.010, is hereby amended to include the following additions, amendments and deletions:
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40 California Building Code
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1 Section 105.2 (1) is hereby amended to read as follows:
2 105.2 (1): One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and
3 similar uses, provided the floor area is not greater than one hundred twenty square feet (120' sq.) (11
4 m2), there are no wall finishes such as, but not limited to, gypsum wallboard, plaster, stucco, or
5 paneling placed on any interior surface of any wall and/or partition, and no electrical, mechanical
6 or plumbing systems are contained within the structure.
7 Section 115 is hereby amended to read as follows:
8 115: Stop Work Orders
9 115.1 Authority. Whenever the building official finds any work regulated by this code being performed
10 in a manner that is contrary to the provisions of this code, without a permit, beyond the scope of the
11 issued permit, in violation of the Petaluma Municipal Code or Zoning Ordinance, or dangerous or
12 unsafe, the building official is authorized to issue a stop work order.
13 115.2 Issuance. The stop work order shall be in writing and shall be posted in a visible location near
14 the location where the work is being conducted. If the owner or owner's agent is not on site at the
15 time of posting, a notice advising the reasons for the stop work order issuance shall be hand delivered
16 or mailed first-class to the owner of the property involved, or to the owner's agent, or to the person
17 doing the work. Upon issuance of a stop work order, the cited work shall immediately cease. The stop
18 work order shall state the reason for the order, the conditions under which the cited work will be
19 permitted to resume, and the name and contact information of the official or agency issuing the
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21 115.3 Unlawful Continuance. Any person who continues to engage in any work after having been
22 served with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a
23 violation or unsafe condition, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
24 115.4 Removal of Posted Stop Work Order. Any person who removes a posted stop work order without
25 written consent of the Building Official shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
26 115.5 Response Required. Violators receiving a stop work order are required to respond to the Building
27 Division within two (2) business days of the issued notice to receive instructions on how to rescind the
28 order.
29 115.6 Permit Application Required. A building permit application with construction or demolition plans
30 and supporting (structural calculations, energy calculations, handicapped access) documents must
31 be submitted for approval within fifteen (15) working days following response to the Building Division.
32 Plans will be reviewed, and correction letters issued or permit application approved within fifteen (15)
33 working days of receipt by the Building Division. A response to any correction letter must be submitted
34 within fifteen (15) working days of the date of the correction letter. Five working days will be required
35 to review this second submission and a permit approved for issuance. Permits ready for issuance must
36 be issued within 5 working days thereafter. All construction must be inspected as work progresses and
37 signed off by all (affected) departments within 60 days of building permit issuance.
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1 115.7—Fee. An additional fee of five times the permit fee shall be added to each permit subject to a
2 stop work order.
3 -No person, firm or corporation shall erect, construct, repair or move any fences or walls as
4 required in this chapter without first obtaining a permit for such action from the building official.
5 To obtain the permit, the applicant shall file an application in writing on a form furnished for that
6 purpose by the building department. The fees for such permit shall be paid to the building
7 official. (Ord. 901 NCS §2: prior code §29.6.)
8 Chapter 2 - Definitions
9 Section 202 is amended to amend and add the following:
10 Nuisance Alarm. An unwarranted alarm caused by mechanical failure, malfunction, improper
11 installation or lack of proper maintenance, system servicing testing, construction activities, ordinary
12 household activities, false alarm, other cause when no such danger exists, or an alarm activated by
13 a cause that cannot be determined.
14 Substantial Improvement. Any repair, reconstruction, rehabilitation, alteration, addition or other
15 improvement of a building or structure that meet any of the following:
16 1. An existing building or structure not classified as Group R-3 occupancy, which undergoes
17 any addition of floor area that is equal to or exceeds 10 percent of the existing gross floor
18 area.
19 2. An existing Group R-3 building or structure, which undergoes any addition of floor area that
20 is equal to or exceeds 50 percent of the existing gross floor area.
21 3. An existing building or structure, which undergoes any alteration of floor area that is equal
22 to or exceeds 50 percent of the existing gross floor area.
23 4. A building or structure, which undergoes any combination of repair, reconstruction,
24 rehabilitation, alteration, addition or other improvement that is equal to or exceeds 50
25 percent of the existing gross floor area.
26 5. If in the determination of the building official the structure has sustained substantial
27 damage, any repairs are considered substantial improvement regardless of the actual
28 repair work performed.
29 Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area (WUI). [SFM] (See California Fire Code Section 4902 and Chapter
30 7A, Section 702A of this code for defined term.)
31 Chapter 3 - Occupancy Classification
32 Section 306.2 is amended to add to the list of Moderate -hazard factory industrial groups the
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34 306.2 Moderate -hazard factory industrial, Group F-1.
35 Agricultural crop production including cultivation, drying, processing and/or storage
36 Chapter 5 - Fire Service Features
37 Section 505.1 is amended to read as follows:
38 505.1 Address Identification. New and existing buildings shall be provided with approved illuminated
39 or other approved means of address identification. The address identification shall be legible and
40 placed in a position that is visible from the street or road fronting the property. Address identification
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1 characters shall contrast with their background. Address numbers shall be Arabic numerals or
2 alphabetic letters. Numbers shall not be spelled out. Character size and stroke shall be in
3 accordance with Section 505.1.1 through 505.1.2. Where required by the fire code official, address
4 identification shall be provided in additional approved locations to facilitate emergency response in
5 accordance with this code and Section 505.1.3. Where access is by means of a private road and
6 the building cannot be viewed from the public way or when determined by the fire code official, a
7 monument, pole, or other approved sign or means shall be used to identify the structure. Address
8 identification shall be maintained.
9 Section 505.1.1 is added to read as follows:
10 505.1.1 One and Two -Family Dwellings. Numbers for one and two-family dwellings shall be not less
11 than four inches (4") (101.6 mm) high with a minimum stroke width of 0.5 inches (12.7 mm).
12 Section 505.1.2 is added to read as follows:
13 505.1.2 Numbers for Other Than One- and Two -Family Dwellings. Each address identification
14 character shall not be less than twelve inches (12") high with a minimum stroke width of one inch
15 (1"). Suite and unit directional numbers shall be not less than six inches (6") in height with a minimum
16 stroke width of three-quarter inch (0.75"). Individual unit numbers shall not be less than four inches
17 (4") in height with a minimum stroke width of one-half inch (1 /2").
18 Section 505.1.3 is added to read as follows:
19 505.1.3 Complex Directory. Where two (2) or more buildings cannot be viewed from the public way
20 or when determined by the Fire Code Official, an approved illuminated complex directory,
21 monument pole, or other approved
22 Chapter 7 - Fire Resistance -Rated Construction
23 Section 706 is added to read as follows:
24 706 Repair of Breaches of Non -Rated Walls/Ceilings in Fire Zone 1. Breaches, openings, holes or other
25 broken wall and ceiling areas in buildings in Fire Zone 1 (generally defined as the Downtown Business
26 District) as defined in Section 17.22 of the Petaluma Municipal Code shall be repaired, restored or
27 replaced when damaged, altered, breached, penetrated, removed or improperly installed.
28 Openings/breaches can be repaired with like material such as lath and plaster, sheetrock, plywood
29 or other reasonable barrier. The intent of this Section is to close openings/breaches to limit the
30 spread of fire and products of combustion in the downtown business district buildings.
31 Chapter 9 - Fire Protection And Life Safety Systems
32 901.7.6.1 is added to read as follows:
33 901.7.6.1 Problematic and Unreliable Fire Alarms. The Fire Code Official may determine a fire alarm
34 to be unreliable upon receipt of three (3) nuisance alarms within a twelve-month period. Upon
35 making such a finding, the Fire Code Official may order the following:
36 (a) For any nuisance alarm where the system is not restored, the system owner must provide Fire
37 Watch Personnel in accordance with 403.12 or take such other measures as the Fire Code Official
38 deems appropriate. Such measures shall remain in place until a fire department approved fire alarm
39 maintenance firm certifies in writing to the Fire Code Official that the alarm system has been
40 restored to a reliable condition. The Fire Code Official may require such tests as he/she deems
41 necessary to demonstrate the adequacy of the system.
42 (b) Require the owner to pay mitigation fees pursuant to the City of Petaluma fee schedule.
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902.1 Definitions.
Section 902.1 is amended to add the following:
Substantial Improvement
Section 903.2 is amended to read as follows:
903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be
provided in the locations described in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.20. Approved automatic
sprinkler systems in existing buildings and structures shall be provided in locations described in
Section 903.6.
Exceptions:
1. Agricultural buildings as approved by the fire code official.
2. Detached accessory structures to Group R-3 not classified as a dwelling unit and not
exceeding 1,000 square feet -in gross floor area located at least 50 feet from applicable
building.
3. Detached non-combustible motor vehicle fuel dispensing canopies.
4. Detached Group U Occupancies not greater than 1,000 square feet.
5. Special occupancy aircraft hangar shade structures as approved by the fire code official,
unless required in NFPA 409.
903.2.1 Group A.
Section 903.2.1 is amended to read as follows:
903.2.1 Group A. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings containing a
Group A occupancy.
903.2.1.1 through 903.2.1.5.
Section 903.2.1.1 through 903.2.1.5 are deleted.
903.2.1.6 Assembly occupancies on roofs.
Section 903.2.1.6 is amended to read as follows, with deletion of the exception:
903.2.1.6 Assembly occupancies on roofs. Where an occupied roof has an assembly occupancy
an automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout the building in accordance with Section
903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2.
903.2.1.7 Multiple fire areas.
Section 903.2.1.7 is deleted.
903.2.2 Ambulatory care facilities.
Section 903.2.2 is amended to read as follows:
903.2.2 Ambulatory care facilities. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout
buildings containing an ambulatory care facility.
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1 903.2.3 Group E.
2 Section 903.2.3 is amended to read as follows:
3 903.2.3 Group E. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings containing
4 Group E occupancies. For public school state -funded construction projects or for public school
5 campuses, Kindergarten through 12th grade, see Section 903.2.19 through 903.2.20.
6 903.2.4 Group F.
7 Section 903.2.4 is amended to read as follows:
8 903.2.4 Group F. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings containing a
9 Group F occupancy.
10 903.2.4.1 Woodworking operations.
11 Section 903.2.4.1 is deleted.
12 903.2.5.1 Group H.
13 Section 903.2.5.1 is amended to read as follows:
14 903.2.5.1 Group H. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout buildings containing
15 Group H occupancies.
16 903.2.6.1 Group 1-2
17 Section 903.2.6.1 is deleted.
18 903.2.6.2 Group 1-3
19 Section 903.2.6.2 is amended to read as follows:
20 903.2.6.2 Group 1-3. Every building where inmates or persons are in custody or restrained shall be
21 protected by an automatic sprinkler system conforming to NFPA 13. The main sprinkler control valve
22 or valves and all other control valves in the system shall be locked in the open position and
23 electronically supervised so that at least an audible and visible alarm will sound at a constantly
24 attended location when valves are closed. The sprinkler branch piping serving cells may be
25 embedded in the concrete construction.
26 903.2.7 Group M.
27 Section 903.2.7 is amended to read as follows:
28 903.2.7 Group M. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings containing a
29 Group M occupancy where the gross floor area exceeds 500 square feet.
30 903.2.8.1 Group R-3.
31 Section 903.2.8.1 is amended to read as follows:
32 903.2.8.1 Group R-3. An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.3
33 shall be permitted in Group R-3 occupancies and shall be provided throughout all one- and two -
34 family dwellings regardless of square footage in accordance with the -California Residential Code.
35 An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in all mobile homes, manufactured homes and multi -
36 family manufactured homes with two or more dwelling units in accordance with Title 25 of the
37 California Code of Regulations.
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1 903.2.9 Group S.
2 Section 903.2.9 is amended to read as follows:
3 903.2.9 Group S. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings containing a
4 Group S occupancy.
5 903.2.9.1 through 903.2.9.2.
6 Section 903.2.9.1 through 903.2.9.2 is deleted.
7 903.2.10 Group B.
8 Section 903.2.10 is amended to read as follows:
9 903.2.10 Group B. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings containing
10 a Group B occupancy where the gross floor area exceeds 500 square feet.
11 903.2.10.1 Commercial parking garage.
12 Section 903.2.10.1 is deleted.
13 903.2.11 Specific buildings areas and hazards.
14 Section 903.2.11 is amended to read as follows:
15 903.2.11 Specific buildings areas and hazards. In all occupancies other than detached Group U
16 occupancies not greater than 1,000 square feet, an automatic sprinkler system shall be installed for
17 building design or hazard -in the locations set forth in Sections 903.2.11.1 through 903.2.11.8.
18 903.2.11.3 exception #1 & #2 deleted.
19 Section 903.2.11.3 exceptions #1 & #2 are deleted.
20 903.2.11.7 High -piled storage.
21 Section 903.2.11.7 is added to read as follows:
22 903.2.11.7 High -piled storage. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings
23 containing high -pile combustible storage.
24 903.2.11.8 Undetermined use design
25 Section 903.2.11.8 is added to read as follows:
26 903.2.11.8 Undetermined use design. Automatic sprinkler systems installed in buildings or structures of
27 undetermined use shall be designed and installed to have a minimum density of .33 gallons per
28 minute per square foot over a minimum design area of 3,000 square feet.
29 903.2.18 Group U private garages and carports accessory to Group R-3 occupancies.
30 Section 903.2.18 is amended to read with the exception being deleted:
31 903.2.18 Group U private garages and carports accessory to Group R-3 occupancies. Carports with
32 habitable space above and attached garages, accessory to Group R-3 occupancies, shall be
33 protected by residential fire sprinklers in accordance with this section. Residential fire sprinklers shall
34 be connected to, and installed in accordance with, an automatic residential fire sprinkler system
35 that complies with R313 of The California Residential Code or with NFPA 13D. Fire sprinklers shall be
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1 residential sprinklers or quick -response sprinklers, designed to provide a minimum density of 0.05
2 gpm/ft2 over the most hydraulically demanding area of the structure, but not to exceed two
3 sprinklers for hydraulic calculations purposes. Garage doors shall not be considered obstructions
4 with respect to sprinkler placement.
5 Section 903.3 is amended as follows:
6 903.3 Installation Requirements. Sprinkler systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with
7 NFPA-13, NFPA-13R (if approved by the Fire Code Official) and NFPA-13D. Pursuant to Section
8 102.7.1 and Section 105.1.4, the Fire Code Official may require additional sprinkler coverage to
9 mitigate certain conditions such as access or water supply issues.
10 Section 903.3.1 is amended to read:
11 903.3.1 Design Criteria. Fire sprinkler systems installed in buildings of undetermined use shall be
12 designed and installed to have a design density of .33 gallons per minute per square foot over a
13 minimum design area of three thousand square feet (3,000' sq.). Where a subsequent occupancy
14 change requires a system with greater capacity, it shall be the building owners' responsibility to
15 upgrade the system to the required density and meet any additional requirements of the Fire Code
16 at the time of such change.
17 Section 903.3.7 is amended to read as follows:
18 903.3.7 Fire Department Connections. The location of fire department connections (FDCs) shall be
19 within fifty feet (50') of a fire hydrant or as approved by the Fire Code Official. Approved locking
20 caps shall be provided on any existing FDCs found to be vandalized and on new FDCs when
21 determined by the Fire Code Official to be necessary because of site specific conditions or hazards.
22 Section 903.3.9 is amended to read as follows:
23 903.3.9 Floor control valve. Floor control valve and waterflow detection assemblies shall be installed
24 at each floor where any of the following occur:
25 1. Buildings where the floor level of the highest story is located more than 30 feet above the
26 lowest level of fire department access.
27 2. Buildings that are three or more stories in height.
28 3. Buildings that are two or more stories below the highest level of fire department access.
29 Exception: Group R-3 and R-3.1 occupancies floor control valves and waterflow detection
30 assemblies shall not be required
31 903.4 Sprinkler System Monitoring and Alarms. Except for Group R, Division 3 Occupancies, all valves
32 controlling the water supply for automatic sprinkler systems, pumps, tanks, water levels,
33 temperatures, critical air pressure and water flow switches shall be electronically supervised. Valves
34 when used for standpipes are excluded from this provision unless required by the Fire Code Official.
35 Section 903.4.2 is amended to read as follows:
36 903.4.2 Alarms. One (1) exterior approved audible device shall be connected to every automatic
37 fire sprinkler system in an approved location. The Fire Code Official may require one (1) exterior
38 audible and visual device connected to an automatic fire sprinkler system in an approved location
39 based on site specific conditions. Such sprinkler water flow alarm devices shall be activated by
40 water flow equivalent to the flow of a single sprinkler of the smallest orifice size installed in the
41 system. Where a building fire alarm system is installed, actuation of the automatic fire sprinkler
42 system shall actuate the building fire alarm system.
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1 903.6 Where required in existing buildings and structures.
2 Section 903.6 is amended to read as follows:
3 903.6 Where required in existing buildings and structures. An automatic sprinkler system shall be
4 provided throughout existing buildings and structures where required in Chapter 11 and as required
5 in this section.
6 Exception: Alterations made solely for the purpose of providing barrier removal pursuant to the
7 requirements of the American Disabilities Act (ADA) as contained in exception #4 of Section CBC
8 11 B-204.2.
9 903.6.1 Buildings that undergo a substantial improvement.
10 903.6.2 Changes of Occupancy. When any change of occupancy occurs where the proposed new
11 occupancy classification is more hazardous based on fire and life safety risks as determined by the
12 Fire Code Official including, but not limited to, the conversion of residential buildings to
13 condominiums, the building shall meet the fire sprinkler requirements for a newly constructed
14 building.
15 903.6.3 Residential Conversions. Fire sprinkler systems shall be installed in all single-family dwellings
16 that are converted to duplexes and/or multi -family dwellings, bed and breakfasts, inns, lodging
17 houses or similar uses. Fire sprinkler systems shall be installed in all conversions of a detached garage
18 into living space or sleeping space.
19 903.6.4 Elevation of Existing Buildings. An automatic fire extinguishing system shall be installed
20 throughout all existing buildings when the building is elevated to three (3) or more stories or more
21 than thirty-five feet (35) in height, from grade to the exposed roof.
22 Exceptions: An automatic fire -extinguishing system need not be provided when the area above
23 thirty-five feet (35) is provided for aesthetic purposes only and is a non -habitable space.
24 903.6.5 Installation of Automatic Fire Sprinklers in Pre -Existing Buildings (Historic Downtown Business
25 District).
26 1. Geographic Boundary - Historic Downtown Business District: For the purposes of this section, the
27 Historic Downtown Business District shall include all buildings located inside the geographic area
28 generally formed by Kentucky Street to the west, Washington Street to the north, the Petaluma River
29 to the east and B Street to the south. Also included in this section is 201 Washington Street (Phoenix
30 Theater) and 132 Keller Street, as more particularly described in Figure 1003.2.12.
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Figtmr 10012.12
2 2. Installation Requirements: An automatic sprinkler system conforming to the Standard for the
3 Installation of Sprinkler Systems (NFPA-13) shall be installed in all existing buildings in the Historic
4 Downtown Business District in accordance with the following criteria:
5 2.1. Kentucky Street and Western Avenue:
6 2.1.1. In any building wherein a change of occupancy occurs.
7 2.1.2. In any building or occupancy where the square footage of the building or occupancy is
8 increased or alterations to the structure are made pursuant to Section 903.6 of this Ordinance.
9 2.1.3. All buildings with basements or space below street grade used for storage, business or public
10 use shall have automatic fire sprinklers installed within the basements or the below street grade
11 areas no later than December 31, 2010.
12 2.1.4. All buildings not meeting the criteria of 2. 1.1 or 2.1.2 above shall have automatic fire sprinklers
13 installed throughout the structure, including all public, private, storage and/or concealed spaces, as
14 defined by the Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems (NFPA-13) by no later than
15 December 31, 2016.
16 2.2. Petaluma Boulevard North: An appropriately sized water main and laterals were installed by the
17 City of Petaluma on August 9, 2017. Automatic fire sprinkler requirements became effective and are
18 required to be installed by the dates listed in the sections below. Notice has been sent by the City
19 of such installation requirement, an automatic sprinkler system conforming to the Standard for the
20 Installation of Sprinkler Systems (NFPA-13) shall be installed according to the following criteria:
21 2.2.1. In any building wherein a change of occupancy occurs.
22 2.2.2. In any building or occupancy where the square footage of the building or occupancy is
23 increased or alterations to the structure are made pursuant to Section 903.6 of this Ordinance.
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1 2.2.3. All buildings with basements or space below street grade used for storage, business or public
2 use shall have automatic fire sprinklers installed within the basements or the below street grade
3 areas, no later than December 31, 2023.
4 2.2.4. All buildings not meeting the criteria of 2.2.1 or 2.2.2 above shall have automatic fire sprinklers
5 installed throughout the structure, including all public, private, storage and/or concealed spaces, as
6 defined by the Standard for the Installation of Sprinklers (NFPA-13), no later than December 31, 2029.
7 2.3. Property Owner's Responsibility for System Installation:
8 2.3.1. The Property Owner shall be responsible for installation of the lateral service from the curb line
9 into the building. This also includes isolation, check or other valves or devices, as applicable.
10 2.3.2. The Property Owner shall be responsible for the installation of the automatic fire sprinkler
11 system according to the Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems (NFPA-13).
12 2.4. Plans and Specifications: Plans and Calculations (NFPA-13, Chapter 8) for the service lateral and
13 fire sprinkler system shall be submitted to and approved by the Fire Prevention Bureau prior to
14 installation of equipment and materials.
15 2.4.1. For the Kentucky Street installations that are required on or before December 31, 2010 or
16 December 31, 2016, all Plans and Calculations for service lateral and sprinkler systems shall be
17 submitted no later than June 30, 2010 or June 30, 2016 respectively, with installation and approval of
18 work to occur prior to December 31, 2010 or December 31, 2016 respectively.
19 2.4.2. For Petaluma Boulevard North installations that are required on or before December 31, 2023
20 or December 31, 2029 all Plans and Calculations for service lateral and sprinkler systems shall be
21 submitted no later than June 30, 2023 or June 30, 2029 respectively, with installation and approval of
22 work to occur prior to December 31, 2023 or December 31, 2029 respectively.
23 Section 905.3.1 is amended to read as follows:
24 905.3.1 Building Height. Class I standpipes shall be installed in buildings three stories or over in height
25 and/or if, in the opinion of the Fire Chief, a hazard or condition exists in which the installation of
26 standpipes would improve firefighting operations. Standpipes will be provided with approved outlets
27 provided on each floor level, including the roof when roof access is provided.
28 Section 905.9: exception 2 is deleted.
29 Section 907.8.5.1 is added to read as follows:
30 907.8.5.1 Fire Alarm Service Stickers/Tags. Upon completion of each annual fire alarm service, the
31 fire alarm contractor providing the service shall affix a sticker or tag to the main fire alarm panel
32 which indicates the name of the fire alarm company and the date of the service.
33 Chapter 15 - Roof Assemblies And Rooffop Structures
34 Section 1505.1 is amended to read as follows:
35 1505.1 General. Roof assemblies shall be minimum Class A roof assemblies. Class A roof
36 assemblies and roof coverings required to be listed by this section shall be tested in
37 accordance with ASTM E108 or UL 790. In addition, fire -retardant -treated wood roof
38 coverings shall be tested in accordance with in accordance with ASTM D2898.
39 Exception: Skylights and sloped glazing that comply with Chapter 24 or Section 2610.
40 Table 1505.1 is deleted.
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1 Section 1505.1.1 is amended to read as follows, with the exception deleted:
2 1505.1.1 Roof coverings within very -high fire hazard severity zones, state responsibility areas and all
3 other areas. The entire roof covering of every existing structure where more than 50 percent of the
4 total roof area is replaced within any one-year period, the entire roof covering of every new
5 structure and any roof covering applied in the alteration, repair or replacement of the roof of every
6 existing structure, shall be fire -retardant covering that is at least Class A.
7 Sections 1505.1.2 and 1505.1.3 are deleted.
8 Sections 1505.3 and 1505.5 are deleted.
9 Section 1505.6 is amended to add the following exception:
10 Exception: Fire -retardant -treated wood shingles and shakes are prohibited in wildland-urban
11 interface areas.
12 Table 1505.7 is amended to add the following exception:
13 Exception: Fire -retardant -treated wood shingles and shakes are prohibited in wildland-urban
14 interface areas.
15 Chapter 35 - Referenced Standards
16 Chapter 35 is amended as follows:
17 NFPA 13-16: Standard for the installation of Sprinkler Systems as amended"
18 **NFPA 13, additional amended sections as follows:
19 Revise Section 25.5.1 as follows:
20 25.5.1 The installing contractor shall identify a hydraulically designed sprinkler system with
21 permanently raised, stamped or etched marked weatherproof metal or ridged plastic sign secured
22 with corrosion resistant wire, chain, or other approved means. Such signs shall be placed at the
23 alarm valve, dry pipe valve, preaction valve, or deluge valve supplying the corresponding
24 hydraulically designed area. Pipe schedule systems shall be provided with a sign indicating that the
25 system was designed and installed as a pipe schedule system and the hazard classifications)
26 included in the design.
27 Chapter 80, NFPA, 13D-16 is amended as follows:
28 NFPA 13D-16 - Standard for the installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two -Family Dwellings and
29 Manufactured Homes NFPA 13D, Amended additional Sections as follows:
30 Revise Section 5.1.1.2 to read as follows:
31 NFPA 13D.5.1.1.2. A supply of at least three sprinklers shall be maintained on the premises so that any
32 sprinklers that have operated or been damaged in any way can be promptly replaced.
33 Add Section 5.1.1.2.1 as follows:
34 NFPA 13D.5.1.1.2.1. The sprinklers shall correspond to the types and temperature ratings of the
35 sprinklers in the property. The stock sprinklers shall include not less than one sprinkler of all types and
36 ratings installed.
37 Add Section 5.1.1.2.2 as follows:
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1 NFPA 13D.5.1.1.2.2. The sprinklers shall be kept in a mounted and accessible cabinet located where
2 the temperature to which they are subjected will at no time exceed the maximum ceiling
3 temperatures specified in Table 5.1.1.6.1 for each of the sprinklers within the cabinet.
4 Add Section 5.1.1.2.3 as follows:
5 NFPA 13D.5.1.1.2.3. One sprinkler wrench as specified by the sprinkler manufacture shall be provided
6 in the cabinet for each type of sprinkler installed to be used for the removal and installation of
7 sprinklers in the system.
8 NFPA 13D 6.2.1
9 Revise Section 6.2.1 as follows:
10 6.2.1 Where a pump is the source of pressure for the water supply for a fire sprinkler system but is not
11 a portion of the domestic water system, the following shall be met:
12 (1) A test connection shall be provided downstream of the pump that creates a flow of
13 water equal to the smallest sprinkler K -factor on the system.
14 (2) Pump motors using ac power shall be rated for 240 V and wired in accordance with
15 the NEC (NFPA 70).
16 (3) Any disconnecting means for the pump shall be approved.
17 (4) The pump shall be located not less than 1 '/2 inch off the floor.
18 (5) Exterior pumps shall be installed in a well ventilated, weather protected area or
19 shelter.
20 NFPA 13D 6.2.2
21 Revise Section 6.2.2 as follows:
22 6.2.2 Where a well, pump, tank or combination thereof is the source of supply for a fire sprinkler
23 system, the configuration for the system shall be one of the following:
24 (1) The water supply shall serve both domestic and fire sprinkler systems.
25 (a) A test connection shall be provided downstream of the pump that creates a flow of
26 water equal to the smallest sprinkler on the system. The connection shall return water
27 to the tank.
28 (b) Any disconnecting means for the pump shall be approved.
29 (c) A method for refilling the tank shall be piped to the tank.
30 (d) A method of seeing the water level in the tank shall be provided without having to
31 open the tank.
32 (e) The pump shall be located not less than 1 '/2 inch off the floor.
33 (f) Exterior pumps shall be installed in a well ventilated, weather protected area or
34 shelter.
35 (2) A stand-alone fire sprinkler system is permitted if the following conditions are met:
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1 (a) The pump shall be connected to a 220 -volt circuit breaker shared with a common
2 household appliance (e.g., range, oven, dryer), or have a power failure alarm
3 installed acceptable to the Authority Having Jurisdiction that provides an audible
4 and visual signal within the residence at an approved location. The alarm and
5 components shall be listed by an approved agency.
6 (b) The pump shall be a stainless steel 240 -volt pump,
7 (c) A valve shall be provided to exercise the pump. The discharge of the exercise valve
8 shall drain to the tank, and
9 (d) A sign shall be provided stating: "Valve must be opened monthly for 5 minutes."
10 (e) A means for automatically refilling the tank level, so that the tank capacity will meet
11 the required water supply duration in minutes, shall be provided.
12 (f) A test connection shall be provided downstream of the pump that creates a flow of
13 water equal to the smallest sprinkler on the system. The connection shall return water
14 to the tank.
15 (g) Any disconnecting means for the pump shall be approved.
16 (h) A method for refilling the tank shall be piped to the tank.
17 (i) A method of seeing the water level in the tank shall be provided without having to
18 open the tank.
19 (j) The pump shall be located not less than 1 '/2 inch off the floor.
20 (k) Exterior pumps shall be installed in a well ventilated, weather protected area or
21 shelter.
22 Revise Section 7.6 to read as follows:
23 NFPA.13D.7.6 A local water flow alarm shall be provided on all sprinkler systems on the exterior of the
24 home within 10 feet of the riser location, or as approved by the fire code official.
25 Revise Section 8.3.4 to read as follows:
26 NFPA.13D.8.3.4 Sprinklers shall not be required in detached garages, open attached porches,
27 detached carports with no habitable space above, and similar structures unless otherwise required
28 by the California Building, Residential or Fire Codes.
29 Add Section 8.3.5.2 to read as follows:
30 NFPA.13D.8.3.5.2 At least one quick -response intermediate temperature residential sprinkler shall be
31 installed above attic access openings.
32 NFPA 13R-16 - Standard for the installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to and
33 including Four Stories in Height
34 NFPA 13R, Amended additional Sections as follows:
35 NFPA 13R-16 6.6.6.1
36 Add Section 6.6.6.1 as follows:
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1 6.6.6.1 At least one quick -response intermediate temperature residential sprinkler shall be installed
2 within 5 feet and above attic access openings.
3 NFPA.72-16 - National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
4 NFPA 72, Amended additional Sections as follows:
5 NFPA 72-7.5.6.1
6 Revise Section 7.5.6.1 as follows:
7 7.5.6.1 The record of completion shall be documented in accordance with 7.5.6 using the record of
8 completion forms, Figure 7.8.2(a) through Figure 7.8.2(f).
9 NFPA 72-7.6.6
10 Revise Section 7.6.6 as follows:
11 7.6.6 The record of all inspection, testing and maintenance as required by 14.6.2.4 shall be
12 documented using the record of inspection and testing forms, Figure 7.8.2(g) through Figure 7.8.2(1).
13 NFPA 72 14.7
14 Add Section 14.7 as follows:
15 14.7 Labels and Tags.
16 14.7.1 Labels or tags shall be used on fire alarm systems and shall be placed on the outside of the
17 fire alarm control unit.
18 14.7.2 Tags shall be of the hanging or self-adhesive type used on fire alarm systems.
19 14.7.3 The following information shall be printed on the labels and tags approved by the fire code
20 official:
21 1. The words "DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE FIRE CODE OFFICIAL"
22 2. Concern Name/Company Name
23 3. Concern Physical Address
24 4. Concern Phone Number
25 5. License Number (State of California Contractor State License Board License)
26 6. Date of service or testing and maintenance
27 7. Space or line for signature of person performing or supervising the servicing shall be placed
28 on the tag or label
29 14.7.4 When service or testing and maintenance is performed, the initial date of service or testing
30 and maintenance, the printed name and signature of the person performing or supervising the
31 service shall be placed on the tag or label.
32 14.7.5 No person shall remove a tag or label from or place a tag or label on a fire alarm system
33 except when servicing or testing and maintenance is performed.
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1 14.7.6 No person shall deface, modify, or alter any tag or label attached to or required to be
2 attached to any fire alarm system.
3 14.7.7 The Label or tag conforming to this section shall be securely attached to each fire alarm
4 system at the time of servicing or testing and maintenance.
5 14.7.8 The label or tag approved by the fire code official shall be affixed to a system only after all
6 deficiencies have been corrected.
7 14.7.9 Adhesive labels and tags shall be manufactured in accordance with ANSI/UL 969, Standard
8 for Marking and Labeling Systems, 4th edition, 1995, which is hereby incorporated by reference.
9 Historic Building Code
10 Section 8-410.1 is amended to read as follows: (exception added)
11 Exception: Historical Buildings within the Historic Downtown Business District shall comply with
12 Petaluma Municipal code Section 903.6.5
13 California Residential Code
14 Chapter 2 - Definitions
15 Section R202, General Definitions is amended to amend and add the following:
16 Kitchen. Kitchen shall mean an area used, or designated to be used, for the preparation of food.
17 The area shall include a sink, and permanent provisions for food preparation and cooking.
18 Cooking appliance(s) shall be permanently fixed in place, provided with greater than 120 V
19 electrical circuit, or fuel gas outlet.
20 Substantial Improvement. Any repair, reconstruction, rehabilitation, alteration, addition or other
21 improvement of a building or structure that meet any of the following:
22 1. An existing building or structure not classified as Group R-3 occupancy, which undergoes any
23 addition of floor area that is equal to or exceeds 10 percent of the existing gross floor area.
24 2. An existing Group R-3 building or structure, which undergoes any addition of floor area that is
25 equal to or exceeds 50 percent of the existing gross floor area.
26 3. An existing building or structure, which undergoes any alteration of floor area that is equal to
27 or exceeds 50 percent of the existing gross floor area.
28 4. A building or structure, which undergoes any combination of repair, reconstruction,
29 rehabilitation, alteration, addition or other improvement that is equal to or exceeds 50
30 percent of the existing gross floor area.
31 5. If in the determination of the building official the structure has sustained substantial damage,
32 any repairs are considered substantial improvement regardless of the actual repair work
33 performed.
34 Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area (WUI). [SFM] (See California Fire Code Section 4902 and Chapter
35 3, Section R337.2A of this code for defined term.)
36 Chapter 3 - Building Planning
37 Section R309.6 exception is deleted:
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Section R313.1 is amended to read as follows, with the exception deleted:
2 R313.1 Townhouse automatic fire sprinkler systems. An automatic residential fire sprinkler system
3 shall be installed in townhouses and multi -family manufactured homes with two or more dwelling
4 units in accordance with Title 25 of the California Code of Regulations.
5 Exceptions:
6 1. Detached accessory structures to Group R-3 not classified as a dwelling unit and not
7 exceeding 1,000 square feet -in gross floor area located at least 50 feet from applicable
8 building.
9 2. Detached Group U Occupancies not greater than 1,000 square feet.
10 Section R337.1.1 is amended to read as follows:
11 R313.1.2 Substantial improvement. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be provided
12 throughout al townhouses that undergo a substantial improvement.
13 Section R313.2 is amended to read as follows, with the exception deleted:
14 8313.2 One- and two-family dwellings automatic fire sprinkler systems. An automatic residential fire
15 sprinkler system shall be installed in townhouses. Group R-3 occupancies permitted under this code
16 shall be provided throughout regardless of square footage with an automatic sprinkler system
17 inclusive of all mobile homes, manufactured homes and multi -family manufactured homes with two
18 or more dwelling units in accordance with Title 25 of the California Code of Regulations.
19 Exception:
20 1. Accessory Dwelling Unit, provided that all of the following are met:
21 1.1. The unit meets the definition of an Accessory Dwelling Unit as defined in the
22 Government Code Section 65852.2.
23 1.2. The existing primary residence does not have automatic fire sprinklers.
24 1.3. The accessory detached dwelling unit does not exceed 1,200 square feet in size.
25 1.4. The unit is on the same lot as the primary residence.
26 1.5. The accessory dwelling unit is not attached to garages or has habitable space
27 above carports.
28 1.6. The accessory dwelling unit meets the requirements of California Fire Code,
29 Sections 503. 1.1 and 507.5.1.
30 3. Detached accessory structures to Group R-3 not classified as a dwelling unit and not
31 exceeding 1,000 square feet -in gross floor area located at least 50 feet from applicable
32 building.
33 4. Detached Group U Occupancies not greater than 1,000 square feet.
34 Section R337.1.1 is amended to read as follows:
35 R313.2.2 Substantial improvement. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be provided
36 throughout all one- and two-family dwellings that undergo a substantial improvement.
37 Section 337.2A amends the following definition:
38 Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area. A geographical area identified by the City of Santa Rosa as a
39 "Fire Hazard Severity Zone" in accordance with the Public Resources Code, Sections 4201 through
40 4204, and Government Code, Sections 51175 through 51189, or other areas designated by the
41 enforcing agency to be at a significant risk from wildfires, as designated on the map titled Wildland-
42 Urban Interface Fire Area, dated January 28, 2009.
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I Chapter 9 - Roof Assemblies
2 Section R902.1 is amended to read as follows:
3 R902.1 Roof covering materials. Roofs shall be covered with materials as set forth in Section R904 and
4 R905. A minimum Class A roofing shall be installed in all areas. Class A roofing required by this section
5 to be listed shall be tested in accordance with UL 790 or ASTM El 08.
6 Exceptions:
7 1. Class A roof assemblies include those with coverings of brick, masonry and exposed
8 concrete deck.
9 2. Class A roof assemblies include ferrous or copper shingles or sheets, metal sheets and
10 shingles, clay or concrete roof tile, or slate installed on noncombustible decks.
11 3. Class A roof assemblies include minimum 16 ounces per square foot copper sheets
12 installed over combustible decks.
13 4. Class A roof assemblies include slate installed over underlayment over combustible
14 decks.
15 Section R902.1.1 is amended to read as follows:
16 8902.1.1 Roof coverings within very -high fire hazard severity zones, state responsibility areas and all
17 other areas. The entire roof covering of every existing structure where more than 50 percent of the
18 total roof area is replaced within any one-year period, the entire roof covering of every new
19 structure and any roof covering applied in the alteration, repair or replacement of the roof of every
20 existing structure, shall be fire -retardant covering that is at least Class A.
21 Sections R902.1.2 and R902.1.3 are deleted.
22 Section R902.2 is amended to add the following exception:
23 Exception: Fire -retardant -treated wood shingles and shakes are prohibited in wildland-urban
24 interface areas.
25 Table R902.4 is amended to add the following exception:
26 R902.4 Rooftop -mounted photovoltaic panel systems. Rooftop -mounted photovoltaic panel systems
27 installed on or above the roof covering shall be tested, listed and identified with a fire classification
28 in accordance with UL 1703 and UL 2703. Class A photovoltaic panel systems and modules shall be
29 installed in all areas, in jurisdictions designated by law as requiring their use.
30 Chapter 44 - Referenced Standards
31 Chapter 44 is amended as follows:
32 13-16: Standard for the installation of Sprinkler Systems as amended"
33 **NFPA 13, additional amended sections as follows:
34 Revise Section 25.5.1 as follows:
35 25.5.1 The installing contractor shall identify a hydraulically designed sprinkler system with
36 permanently raised, stamped or etched marked weatherproof metal or ridged plastic sign secured
37 with corrosion resistant wire, chain, or other approved means. Such signs shall be placed at the
38 alarm valve, dry pipe valve, preaction valve, or deluge valve supplying the corresponding
39 hydraulically designed area. Pipe schedule systems shall be provided with a sign indicating that the
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I system was designed and installed as a pipe schedule system and the hazard classifications)
2 included in the design.
3 Chapter 80, NFPA, 13D-16 is amended as follows:
4 NFPA 13D-16 - Standard for the installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two -Family Dwellings and
5 Manufactured Homes NFPA 13D, Amended additional Sections as follows:
6 Revise Section 5.1.1.2 to read as follows:
7 NFPA 13D.5.1.1.2. A supply of at least three sprinklers shall be maintained on the premises so that any
8 sprinklers that have operated or been damaged in any way can be promptly replaced.
9 Add Section 5.1.1.2.1 as follows:
10 NFPA 13D.5.1.1.2.1. The sprinklers shall correspond to the types and temperature ratings of the
11 sprinklers in the property. The stock sprinklers shall include not less than one sprinkler of all types and
12 ratings installed.
13 Add Section 5.1.1.2.2 as follows:
14 NFPA 13D.5.1.1.2.2. The sprinklers shall be kept in a mounted and accessible cabinet located where
15 the temperature to which they are subjected will at no time exceed the maximum ceiling
16 temperatures specified in Table 5.1.1.6.1 for each of the sprinklers within the cabinet.
17 Add Section 5.1.1.2.3 as follows:
18 NFPA 13D.5.1.1.2.3. One sprinkler wrench as specified by the sprinkler manufacture shall be provided
19 in the cabinet for each type of sprinkler installed to be used for the removal and installation of
20 sprinklers in the system.
21 NFPA 13D 6.2.1
22 Revise Section 6.2.1 as follows:
23 6.2.1 Where a pump is the source of pressure for the water supply for a fire sprinkler system but is not
24 a portion of the domestic water system, the following shall be met:
25
(1)
A test connection shall be provided downstream of the pump that creates a flow of
26
water equal to the smallest sprinkler K -factor on the system.
27
(2)
Pump motors using ac power shall be rated for 240 V and wired in accordance with the
28
NEC (NFPA 70).
29
(3)
Any disconnecting means for the pump shall be approved.
30
(4)
The pump shall be located not less than 1 '/2 inch off the floor.
31
(5)
Exterior pumps shall be installed in a well ventilated, weather protected area or shelter.
32
33 NFPA 13D 6.2.2
34 Revise Section 6.2.2 as follows:
35 6.2.2 Where a well, pump, tank or combination thereof is the source of supply for a fire sprinkler
36 system, the configuration for the system shall be one of the following:
37 (1) The water supply shall serve both domestic and fire sprinkler systems.
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1
(a)
A test connection shall be provided downstream of the pump that creates a flow of
2
water equal to the smallest sprinkler on the system. The connection shall return water
3
to the tank.
4
(b)
Any disconnecting means for the pump shall be approved.
5
(c)
A method for refilling the tank shall be piped to the tank.
6
(d)
A method of seeing the water level in the tank shall be provided without having to
7
(c)
open the tank.
8
(e)
The pump shall be located not less than 1 '/2 inch off the floor.
9
(f)
Exterior pumps shall be installed in a well ventilated, weather protected area or
10
(e)
shelter.
11 (2) A stand-alone fire sprinkler system is permitted if the following conditions are met:
12
(a)
The pump shall be connected to a 220 -volt circuit breaker shared with a common
13
household appliance (e.g., range, oven, dryer), or have a power failure alarm
14
installed acceptable to the Authority Having Jurisdiction that provides an audible
15
and visual signal within the residence at an approved location. The alarm and
16
components shall be listed by an approved agency.
17
(b)
The pump shall be a stainless steel 240 -volt pump,
18
(c)
A valve shall be provided to exercise the pump. The discharge of the exercise valve
19
shall drain to the tank, and
20
(d)
A sign shall be provided stating: "Valve must be opened monthly for 5 minutes."
21
(e)
A means for automatically refilling the tank level, so that the tank capacity will meet
22
the required water supply duration in minutes, shall be provided.
23
(f)
A test connection shall be provided downstream of the pump that creates a flow of
24
water equal to the smallest sprinkler on the system. The connection shall return water
25
to the tank.
26 (g) Any disconnecting means for the pump shall be approved.
27 (h) A method for refilling the tank shall be piped to the tank.
28 (i) A method of seeing the water level in the tank shall be provided without having to
29 open the tank.
30 (j) The pump shall be located not less than 1 '/2 inch off the floor.
31 (k) Exterior pumps shall be installed in a well ventilated, weather protected area or
32 shelter.
33 Revise Section 7.6 to read as follows:
34 NFPA.13D.7.6 A local water flow alarm shall be provided on all sprinkler systems on the exterior of the
35 home within 10 feet of the riser location, or as approved by the fire code official.
36 Revise Section 8.3.4 to read as follows:
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I NFPA. 13D.8.3.4 Sprinklers shall not be required in detached garages, open attached porches,
2 detached carports with no habitable space above, and similar structures unless otherwise required
3 by the California Building, Residential or Fire Codes.
4 Add Section 8.3.5.2 to read as follows:
5 NFPA. 13D.8.3.5.2 At least one quick -response intermediate temperature residential sprinkler shall be
6 installed above attic access openings.
7 NFPA 1311-16 - Standard for the installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to and
8 including Four Stories in Height
9 NFPA 13R, Amended additional Sections as follows:
10 NFPA 1311-16 6.6.6.1
11 Add Section 6.6.6.1 as follows:
12 6.6.6.1 At least one quick -response intermediate temperature residential sprinkler shall be installed
13 within 5 feet and above attic access openings.
14 NFPA.72-16 - National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
15 NFPA 72, Amended additional Sections as follows:
16 NFPA 72-7.5.6.1
17 Revise Section 7.5.6.1 as follows:
18 7.5.6.1 The record of completion shall be documented in accordance with 7.5.6 using the record of
19 completion forms, Figure 7.8.2(a) through Figure 7.8.2(f).
20 NFPA 72-7.6.6
21 Revise Section 7.6.6 as follows:
22 7.6.6 The record of all inspection, testing and maintenance as required by 14.6.2.4 shall be
23 documented using the record of inspection and testing forms, Figure 7.8.2(g) through Figure 7.8.2(1).
24 NFPA 72 14.7
25 Add Section 14.7 as follows:
26 14.7 Labels and Tags.
27 14.7.1 Labels or tags shall be used on fire alarm systems and shall be placed on the outside of the
28 fire alarm control unit.
29 14.7.2 Tags shall be of the hanging or self-adhesive type used on fire alarm systems.
30 14.7.3 The following information shall be printed on the labels and tags approved by the fire code
31 official:
32 8. The words "DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE FIRE CODE OFFICIAL"
33 9. Concern Name/Company Name
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1 10. Concern Physical Address
2 11. Concern Phone Number
3 12. License Number (State of California Contractor State License Board License)
4 13. Date of service or testing and maintenance
5 14. Space or line for signature of person performing or supervising the servicing shall be placed
6 on the tag or label
7 14.7.4 When service or testing and maintenance is performed, the initial date of service or testing
8 and maintenance, the printed name and signature of the person performing or supervising the
9 service shall be placed on the tag or label.
10 14.7.5 No person shall remove a fag or label from or place a tag or label on a fire alarm system
11 except when servicing or testing and maintenance is performed.
12 14.7.6 No person shall deface, modify, or alter any tag or label attached to or required to be
13 attached to any fire alarm system.
14 14.7.7 The Label or fag conforming to this section shall be securely attached to each fire alarm
15 system at the time of servicing or testing and maintenance.
16 14.7.8 The label or tag approved by the fire code official shall be affixed to a system only after all
17 deficiencies have been corrected.
18 14.7.9 Adhesive labels and fags shall be manufactured in accordance with ANSI,/UL 969, Standard
19 for Marking and Labeling Systems, 4th edition, 1995, which is hereby incorporated by reference.
20 Appendix J Existing Building And Structures
21 Section aj 102.10 is added f read as follows:
22 AJ102.10. Automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be required for all substantial improvements in
23 accordance with Chapter 3, Section R313 or NFPA 13D as determined by the fire co
24 Electrical Code
25 Article 220.1, add 'A service rated at 200 amps shall be provided for all new single family
26 dwellings.'
27 Article 225.39(C) is modified to read:
28 (C) One -Family Dwelling. For a one -family dwelling, the feeder disconnecting means shall have
29 a rating of not less than 200 (4-00) amperes, 3 -wire. All other dwelling types shall have a rating of
30 not less than 100 amperes.
31 Plumbing Code
32 Section 422.2 is amended to add exception:
33 (4) Separate facilities shall not be required in small restaurant eating and drinking establishments
34 with a total occupant load of 25 or less. One toilet facility designed for use by no more than one
35 person at a time, shall be permitted for use by both sexes.
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1 Gray Water Diversion Valve as described in Section 1503.1.1 shall be installed in all new
2 Residential Construction at the clothes washer drain connection.
3 Energy Code
4 Section 110.10(a)1. 'All single-family residences shall comply with the requirements of Sections
5 110.10(b) through 110.10(d).'
6 Green Building
7 Division A4.2 and Appendix A5 Division A5.2 Energy Efficiency are not adopted.
8 17.24.020 Gates. Every gate or door opening to a swimming pool enclosure, including gates or
9 doors which provide access from breezeways and garages, and other auxiliary structures, shall
10 be equipped with a self-closing and self -latching device designed to keep, and capable of
11 keeping, such door or gate securely closed at all times when not in actual use. Such latching
12 shall be placed at least fifty-four (54") inches above the ground level or otherwise made
13 inaccessible to small children. (Ord. 901 NCS §2: prior code §29.2.)
14 17.24.080 Permit Required- Fee. No person, firm or corporation shall erect, construct, repair or
15 move any fences or walls as required in this chapter without first obtaining a permit for such
16 action from the building official. To obtain the permit, the applicant shall file an application in
17 writing on a form furnished for that purpose by the building department. The fees for such permit
18 shall be paid to the building official. (Ord. 901 NCS §2: prior code §29.6.)
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21 FINDINGS OF FACT AND NEED FOR CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS
22 TO THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING, RESIDENTIAL, HISTORICAL, AND ELECTRIC CODES, 2019 EDITION WITH
23 CALIFORNIA
24 AMENDMENTS, DUE TO LOCAL CONDITIONS
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26 CLIMACTIC
27 Precipitation: Precipitation ranges from twenty inches (20") to approximately twenty-five inches (25")
28 per year. Approximately ninety percent (90%) falls during the months of November through April, and
29 ten percent (10%) from May through October. Severe flooding occurred during the months of January
30 and March, 1995 and in 1998 and 2006.
31 Relative Humidity: Humidity generally ranges from fifty percent (50%) during daytime and eighty-six
32 percent (86%) at night. It drops to twenty -percent (20%) during the summer months and occasionally
33 drops lower during the months of September through November.
34 Temperatures: Temperatures have been recorded as high as 104 degrees Fahrenheit. Average
35 summer highs are in the 78-85 degree range.
36 Winds: Prevailing winds are from the northwest. However, winds are experienced from virtually every
37 direction at one time or another. Velocities are generally in the 5-15 mph range, gusting to 7.4-30 mph,
38 particularly during the summer months. Extreme winds, up to 50 mph, have been known to occur.
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1 Soils: Much of Petaluma has "Adobe" type soil. This soil has very high clay content and is extremely
2 expansive. With Petaluma's dry summers and wet winters, the moisture content of the soil varies
3 greatly during the course of the year. This moisture content change causes expansion/contraction of
4 the clay soil. This expansion/contraction can place significant loads on concrete slabs and
5 foundation systems making some "standard" foundation methods/materials inappropriate for the
6 local conditions encountered.
7 TOPOGRAPHIC
8 The topographic environment of a community is primarily a combination of two (2) factors: the area's
9 physical geographic characteristics and the historic pattern of urban -suburban development. These
10 two (2) factors, alone and combined, create a mixture of environments which ultimately determine
11 the needs of the City of Petaluma's Building regulations.
12 The basic geographical boundaries of the city include hills to the south and west, and valley floor in
13 the central area and to the north and east. The Petaluma River bisects the city through the central
14 area. The City of Petaluma covers 13 square miles, including an urban population estimated at 58,000.
15 The city's service area is a conglomeration of bay, plains, hills, valleys, and ridges.
16 GEOLOGICAL
17 The relatively young geological processes that have created the San Francisco Bay Area are still
18 active today. Two (2) active earthquake faults (San Andreas and the Hayward -Rodgers Creek) affect
19 the Petaluma area. Approximately fifty percent (50%) of the city's land surface is in the high -to -
20 moderate seismic hazard zones.
21 Many of the soils found throughout the City of Petaluma are highly expansive adobe type soils.
22 The combination the highly expansive nature of these soils along with the long dry summers followed
23 by a compressed rainy season create high stresses on building foundation systems, as such some
24 simpler types of foundation systems are not adequate for these soils conditions.
25 As there are no "isolated, self contained" areas within City limits the Grading Permit exception J103.2
26 (1) was removed for clarity.
27 PROCEDURAL CLARIFICATION
28 Changes to the Stop Work Order section are made to more clearly explain the Stop Work Order
29 process and to establish the penalties for violations of this section.
30 DEFINITION CLARIFICATION
31 Due to code enforcement problems in the past, the description of buildings not requiring permits was
32 expanded to help clarify when permits are/are not required.
33 CONTINUITY
34 All the amendments to Chapters 7 and 9 of Part 11 (Building Code) of the California Building Standards
35 Codes contained in this Ordinance are made so that they reflect amendments to chapters 7 and 9
36 of Part 9 (Fire Code) of the California Building Standards Code made through a separate Ordinance
37 sponsored by the Fire Marshals Office.
38 Section 17.24 of the Petaluma Municipal Code has been amended to clear up conflicting language.
39 SUMMARY
40 These local climatic conditions affect the pressures applied to concrete flatwork and foundations
41 beyond the strength of welded wire fabric reinforcement material.
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I The population and housing density increased the dangers of accidental drowning's thus requiring
2 the need to have taller swimming pool barriers.
3 CONCLUSION
4 The local climactic and geological conditions have necessitated these minor modifications to the
5 Title 24 California Building Standards Codes.
6 SECTION 4: SEVERABILITY If any part of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be
7 unconstitutional, unlawful or otherwise invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, such
8 decision will not affect the validity of the remaining parts of this Ordinance. The City Council
9 of the City of Petaluma hereby declares that it would have passed and adopted this
10 Ordinance and each of its provisions irrespective of any part being held invalid.
11 SECTION 5: CEQA The City Council finds that this Ordinance is not subject to the California
12 Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to Section 15060(c)(2) of the CEQA Guidelines
13 because the activity has no potential for resulting in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect
14 physical change in the environment, and pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA
15 Guidelines because the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378) of the CEQA
16 Guidelines.
17 SECTION 6: EFFECTIVE DATE/REFERENDUM PERIOD This ordinance shall become effective thirty
18 (30) days after the date of its adoption by the Petaluma City Council.
19 SECTION 7: POSTING/PUBLISHING OF NOTICE The City Clerk is hereby directed to post and/or
20 publish this ordinance or a synopsis of it for the period and in the manner required by the City
21 Charter. The City Clerk is also hereby directed to file a Notice of Exemption concerning this
22 ordinance with the Office of the Sonoma County Clerk in accordance with Section 15062 of
23 the CEQA Guidelines.
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INTRODUCED and ordered posted, this 16th day of December 2019, by the following vote:
ADOPTED this 6th day of January 2020, by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Barrett, Fischer, Healy, Kearney, King, Vice Mayor McDonnell, Miller
Noes:
None
Abstain:
None
Absent:
None
ATTEST:
Teresa Barrett, Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Claire Cooper, CMC, City Clerk LisaTerffienbaum, A istant City Attorney
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