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AN ORDINANCE TO REPEAL CHAPTER 222 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF
THE CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA AND TO ADOPT BY REFERENCE THE 2018
EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL CODES (I-CODES™) AND MORE
SPECIFICALLY THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, THE INTERNATIONAL
RESIDENTIAL CODE, THE INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE, THE
INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, THE INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE,
THE INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE, THE INTERNATIONAL
FIRE CODE, THE 2018 UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE AS ADOPTED BY THE STATE
OF IOWA, THE INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE, THE 2012 INTERNATIONAL
ENERGY AND CONSERVATION CODE, AND BY REFERENCE THE NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE AS CURRENTLY USED BY THE STATE OF IOWA, NFPA 58,
AND NFPA 54 TO REGULATE THE ERECTION, CONSTRUCTION, ENLARGEMENT,
ALTERATION, REPAIR, MOVING, REMOVAL, CONVERSION, DEMOLITION,
OCCUPANCY, EQUIPMENT, USE, HEIGHT, AREA AND MAINTENANCE OF
BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES, INCLUDING INSTALLATION OF MOBILE,
MANUFACTURED AND MODULAR HOMES; TO PROVIDE FOR THE ISSUANCE OF
PERMITS AND COLLECTION OF FEES; AND TO PROVIDE PENALTIES FOR
VIOLATIONS.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA:
§222.0 Waukee Municipal Code, Building Code Regulations and Penalties for
Violations, is hereby repealed, and the following ordinance is hereby enacted in lieu thereof:
§222.1 Administrative Provisions. Administration of this ordinance shall be as
provided in this section and in the following sections of the several codes named which are hereby
adopted by reference to provide procedures for local enforcement of the codes, constituting the
International Codes. The Administrative Official or his/her designee, designated by the City
Council, shall be responsible for the enforcement of the International Codes. He or she shall be
accountable for the issuance of all applicable permits under this ordinance which shall include
building permits issued in compliance with the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Waukee. The
Administrative Official shall have the power to render interpretations of this code and to adopt and
enforce rules and regulations supplemental to this code, subject to approval of the Council of the
City of Waukee, as he/she may deem necessary in order to clarify the application of the provisions
of this code. Such interpretations, rules and regulations shall be in conformity with the intent and
purpose of this code.
§222.2 Adoption of the 2018 International Residential Code. Pursuant to
published notice and public hearing, as required by law, the International Residential Code, 2018
Edition, published by the International Code Council, is hereby adopted in full, including
Appendix Chapters E, H, J, and O except for such portions as may hereinafter be deleted,
modified or amended.
§222.3 Amendments, Modifications, Additions and Deletions. The following
amendments, modifications, additions and deletions to the International Residential Code, 2018
Edition, are hereby made:
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A.Insert Section R101.1 to read City of Waukee as the applicable jurisdiction.
B.Delete Section R105.2(1) and replace as follows:
1. One-story detached accessory structures, provided the floor area does
not exceed 200 square feet; however, site plan approval shall be obtained
from the Development Services Department.
C.Delete Sections R105.2(2), R105.2(4), R105.2(5), and R105.2(10). Replace
section R105.2 (5) with the following language: Sidewalks shall be permitted and
installed in accordance with approved site plan for individual lot development.
D.Amend Section R105.6 to include the addition of R105.6.1 Revocation of permit.
Insert Section R105.6.1 to read: Revocation of Permit. It is the permit holder’s
responsibility to schedule the required inspections and obtain final approvals.
Failure to schedule the required inspections and receive approval of work
authorized by the permit before covering said work or at completion shall result in
revocation of the permit and void any associated approvals granted by the
City. This failure shall also equate to working without a permit in violation of
City ordinance and no future permits shall be issued to any person or company
who has outstanding violations of this code or any other laws or ordinances of the
City. Failure to contact the City for any inspection or follow-up prior to
expiration of a permit shall be deemed a violation of this code section. Failure to
contact the City for any inspection or follow-up prior to expiration of a
Temporary Certificate of Occupancy shall also be deemed a violation of this code
section. Allowing occupancy of a structure, for which a person or company holds
a building permit, prior to or without a valid Certificate of Occupancy (temporary
or final) shall be deemed a violation of this code section and no future permits
shall be issued to any person or company who has outstanding violations of this
code or any other laws or ordinances of the City.
E.Add the following to Section R108.2 Schedule of Permit Fees with the following
language:
Permit fees will be derived from the City of Waukee Fee Schedule adopted on an
annual basis.
F.Add the following to Section R108.3: The Building Valuation will be derived
from the construction costs for the total work submitted by the contractor, or the
most current Building Valuation Data Schedule published by the International
Code Council (ICC). Submitted contractor valuation shall not be less than
derived valuation through ICC. Published data is utilized by the Administrative
Official in an effort to maintain consistency and fairness for permit fee
calculations. It is not intended to reflect actual taxable value.
The method for determining the value of the additional listed residential items
will be as follows: The square foot of the listed structure, times the Dwelling -
Type V - Wood Frame value, times the % multiplier assigned to each listed item.
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1. Open Decks - 8%
2. Screened Porches - 15%
3. In-ground Pools - 17%
4. Above-ground pools - 8%
5. 3 Season Porches - 50%
G.Amend Section R108.5 to read as follows: Fee Refunds. The administrative
official may authorize refunding of any fee paid hereunder which was erroneously
paid or collected.
The administrative official may authorize refunding of not more than 80 percent
of the permit fee paid when no work has been done under a permit issued in
accordance with this code.
The administrative official may authorize refunding of not more than 80 percent
of the plan review fee paid when an application for a permit for which a plan
review fee has been paid is withdrawn or canceled before any plan reviewing is
done.
The administrative official shall not authorize refunding of any fee paid except on
written application filed by the original permittee not later than 180 days after the
date of fee payment.
H.Amend Section R110.1 to add the following at the end of the paragraph:
On all new construction, all necessary walks, drives and approaches, and all
seeding and sodding are to be installed before a final Certificate of Occupancy is
issued.
For one and two family residential lots, two trees (one inch caliper or greater)
must also be planted.
I.Table R301.2(1) to read as follows:
J.Amend Section R301.2.1.3 to add the following:
For purposes of determining wind loads, the minimum basic wind speed shall be
considered as 115 miles per hour; except when referenced documents are based
on fastest mile wind velocities, Table R301.2(1) shall be used.
K.Amend Section R301.2.3 to add the following:
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For purposes of determining snow loads, the minimum ground snow load for
design purposes shall be 30 pounds per square foot. Subsequent increases or
decreases shall be allowed as otherwise provided in this code, except that the
minimum allowable flat roof snow load may be reduced to not less than 80
percent of the ground snow load.
L.Amend section R302.3 to read:
For purposes of fire-resistive separation, two family dwelling units shall be
considered as townhouses and shall be constructed in accordance with R302.2
M.Modify IRC Table 302.6 and replace with the following table:
TABLE R302.6
DWELLING-GARAGE SEPARATION
SEPARATION MATERIAL
From the residence and attics Not less than 5/8-inch “X” gypsum board or
equivalent applied to the garage side
From habitable rooms above
the garage and structure(s)
supporting floor/ceiling
assemblies used for separation
required by this section
Not less than 5/8-inch “X” gypsum board or
equivalent
Garages located less than 5
feet from a dwelling unit on
the same lot
Not less than 5/8-inch “X” gypsum board or
equivalent applied to the interior side of
exterior walls and ceilings within the garage
For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 foot = 304.8 mm.
N.Delete Section R302.13
O.Amend Section R305.1.1 Exception to read:
Existing basements not having a height as specified in this section are allowed to
be finished with a ceiling height that is not decreased more than the minimal
measurement created by applying a finished ceiling of gypsum board or acoustical
ceiling tiles.
P.Amend Section R310.2.2 to add the following exception:
A landing may be provided to meet the maximum sill height of forty-four (44)
inches above the floor or landing provided. The landing shall be not less than
thirty-six (36) inches wide, not less than twelve (12) inches out from the exterior
wall, and not more than twenty-four (24) inches in height. The landing shall be
permanently affixed to the floor below or the wall under the window it serves.
Q.Amend Section R310.6 Exception to read:
New habitable spaces created in an existing basement shall be provided with
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emergency escape and rescue openings in accordance with Section R310.1.
R.Amend Section R311.3.2 Exception to read:
A top landing is not required where a stairway of not more than four rises is
located on the exterior side of a door, provided the door does not swing over the
stairway.
S.Amend Section R311.7.5.1 to add exception 3 with the following language:
The dimension of the top and bottom riser of a stair may vary up to 1-inch (25.4
mm) from the stairway riser dimension; however, in no case shall the riser height
exceed seven and three-quarter inches.
T.Amend Section R311.7.8.4 to add exception 3 with the following language:
Handrails within a dwelling unit or serving an individual dwelling unit shall be
permitted to be interrupted at one location in a straight stair when the rail
terminates into a wall or ledge and is offset and immediately continues.
U.Delete Section R313.1 and replace with the following:
313.1 Townhouses automatic fire sprinkler systems. An automatic residential fire
sprinkler system shall be installed in townhouses.
Exceptions:
1.An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall not be required where
additions or alterations are made to existing townhouses that do not have an
automatic residential fire sprinkler system installed.
2.Townhouse structures where the conditioned square footage of the
entire building is less than twelve thousand (12,000) square feet.
For purposes of this section, conditioned space shall be defined as
space that can be occupied but shall not include garages or attics.
3.For townhouses under 12,000 square feet, both a front and rear
egress shall be provided; otherwise, an automatic residential fire
sprinkler system shall be installed.
V.Delete Section R313.2 and replace with the following:
313.2 One and two-family dwelling automatic fire sprinkler systems. An
automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall be installed in one and two-
family dwellings.
Exceptions:
1.An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall not be required
where additions or alterations are made to existing buildings that
are not already provided with an automatic residential fire sprinkler
system.
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2.One and two-family dwellings containing less than eight thousand
(8,000) square feet of floor space, excluding attached garages and
other unenclosed areas.
W.Amend Section R317.1 to add the following:
8. Fences. Residential fences shall be chain link, ornamental iron,
PVC/Composite, or approved wood not more than six foot (6') higher than grade
at the fence line. The face of the fence shall be equally attractive on both sides.
However, if one side of the fence is considered less attractive because of
structural members, etc., the less desirable side of the fence shall be directed
toward the developing property or away from the public thoroughfare. Wood
used in fences shall be treated wood, or approved wood of natural resistance to
decay.
X.Replace Table R403.1(1),(2), (3)with the following:
TABLE R403.1
FOUNDATIONS FOR STUD BEARING WALLS
Number
of Stories
Thickness of
Foundation Walls
Unit
Concrete Masonry
Minimum
Width of
Footing
(inches)
Thickness of
Footing
(inches)
Minimum Depth of
Foundation Below Natural
Surface of Ground and
Finish Grade (inches)
1 8 8 16 8 42
2 8 8 16 8 42
3 10 10 18 12 42
Y.Delete Section R403.1.4.1 Exception 1 and replace with the following:
Accessory structures up to 200 square feet may be constructed on a 4 inch wood
deck or 4 inch concrete slab. Protection for detached garages and other accessory
structures 600 square feet or less in size, with a maximum height or eighteen (18)
feet, located more than ten (10) feet from a dwelling, attached garage, or other
principal structures, may be accomplished with a floating slab (monolithic). The
floating slab shall include a thickened slab edge or a minimum twelve (18) inches
thick. Twelve inches of the thickened slab shall be below grade and six inches
shall be above finished grade. The bottom portion of the thickened slab area shall
be twelve (12) by twelve (12) inches. Two #4 rebar shall be placed within the
thickened edge continuous around the perimeter of the slab. The floor shall be
Portland cement concrete not less than four (4) inches thick. Garage floor areas
shall have all sod and/or debris removed. For detached garages and accessory
structures exceeding 600 square feet, a frost protected footing and foundation
shall be required.
Z.Delete Section R403.1.4.1 Exception 2.
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AA.Amend Section R404.1 to add the following:
1.Scope. Notwithstanding other design requirements of
Sections R404.1 - R404.1.5.2 of the International
Residential Code, foundation retaining walls for one and
two family dwelling occupancies of Type V construction
may be constructed in accordance with this section,
provided that use or building site conditions affecting such
walls are within the limitations specified in this section.
Concrete foundation walls shall be selected and constructed
in accordance with the provisions of Section R404.1.3.
Masonry foundation walls shall be selected and constructed
in accordance with the provisions of Section R404.1.2. If
backfill prior to a poured in place floor slab is desired, one
of the following methods to provide bottom lateral support
shall be completed: (1) a full depth (minimum 1-1/2”)
nominal 2” x 4” keyway may be formed into the footings to
secure the bottom of the foundation wall -or- (2) 36” long
vertical # 4 rebar may be embedded a minimum of 6” into
the footings not to exceed 7’ on center spacing.
BB. Amend Code to Add Code Section: IRC R404.1.3.2.3 Insert the following
language and Table:
R404.1.3.2.3 Foundation Walls for Conventional Light Frame Wood
Construction. Concrete and masonry foundation walls shall be permitted to be
designed in accordance with the following Table ‘Foundation Walls for
Conventional Light Frame Construction’ may be used:
Table R404.1.3.2.3 – ‘Foundation Walls for Conventional Light Frame
Construction’
Table R404.1.3.2.3 - ‘Foundation Walls for Conventional Light Frame Construction’
Height of
Foundation Wall
(Net measured from
top of basement slab
to top of foundation
wall)*
Thickness of Foundation
Walls Reinforcement
Type
and placement
within Foundation
Wall**
Reinforcement Type
and
placement within
Foundation Wall**
(maximum 12’ span
between corners and
supporting cross walls)
Type of Mortar Unit
Gross Net Concrete Masonry Concrete Masonry Masonry
7’ 8”7 Y2”8”
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8 Y2”horizontal
bars, placement in
the middle, and
near the top &
bottom – Y2” bars
@ 6’ max.
vertically
0.075 square inch bar
8’ o.c. vertically in
fully grouted cells. If
block is 12” nominal
thickness, may be
unreinforced.
Type M or S.
Grout &
Mortar shall
meet
provisions of
Chapter 21
IBC
9 8’ 8” 8” See
Chapter 18
IBC
Y2” bars 2’ o.c.
horizontally & 20”vertically o.c.
See Chapter 18 IBC Same as above
10 9’ 8” 8” See Chapter
18 IBC
See Chapter 18 IBC Same as above
(5/8” bars 2’ o.c.horizontally & 30”
vertically o.c.)
*Concrete floor slab to be nominal 4”. If such floor slab is not provided prior to backfill, provide 1) 36” vertical
#4 rebarembedded in the footing @ maximum 7’ O.C. spacing -and/or-2) full depth nominal 2”depth x 4”width keyway
in footing
** All reinforcement bars shall meet ASTM A6175 grade 40 minimum and be deformed. Placement of bars shall
be incenter of wall and meet the provisions of chapters 18, 19, and 21 of the International Building Code.
NOTE: Cast in place concrete shall have a compressive strength of 3,000 lbs @ 28 days. Footings shall contain
continuousreinforcement of minimum 2 –Y2” diameter rebar throughout. Placement of reinforcement and concrete shall
meet therequirements of Chapter 19 of the International Building Code.
NOTE: Material used for backfilling shall be carefully placed granular soil of average or high permeability and
shall bedrained with an approved drainage system as prescribed in Section 1805.4 of the International Building Code.
Where soilscontaining a high percentage of clay, fine silt or similar materials of low permeability or expansive soils are
encountered orwhere backfill materials are not drained or an unusually high surcharge is to be placed adjacent to the wall, a
speciallydesigned wall shall be required.
Note: Foundation plate or sill anchorage shall be installed in accordance with the respective codes as
applicable.
BB.Amend Chapter 11 Energy Efficiency -- Energy Efficiency, of the IRC is
hereby amended by deleting this chapter and inserting the following:
Provisions of the International Energy Conservation Code as currently adopted
and amended by the Iowa State Building Code Bureau shall apply to all matters
governing the design and construction of buildings for energy efficiency.
Administration shall be prescribed in “this code” and the regulations shall be
known as the Waukee Energy Code.
CC.Amend Section R1601.4 to add the following:
Section 1601.4 Installation. Duct installation shall comply with sections
M1601.4.1 through M1601.4.11
Section 1601.4.11. Air plenum and duct separation. Air plenums and ducts
located in floor and wall cavities shall be separated from unconditioned
spaces by construction with sufficient insulation to meet energy code
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requirements. These areas include but are not limited to exterior walls,
cantilevered floors, and floors above garages.
DD.Delete Section R G2414.5.2 (403.5.2) and replace with the following:
Section G2415.5.2 (403.5.2): Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing (CSST).
Only CSST with an Arc Resistant Jacket or Covering System listed in
accordance with ANSI LC-1 (Optional Section 5.16)/CSA 6.26-2016 shall
be installed in accordance with the terms of its approval, the conditions of
listing, the manufactures instructions and this code including electrical
bonding requirements in Section G2411. CSST shall not be used for
through wall penetrations from the point of delivery of the gas supply to
the inside of the structure. CSST shall not be installed in locations where
subject to physical damage unless protected in an approved manner.
EE. Delete Section R G2414.5.4 (403.5.5) and replace with the following:
Section G2414.5.4 (403.5.5): Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing. Arc
resistant corrugated stainless steel tubing shall be listed in accordance with
ANSI LC 1 (Optional Section 5.16)/CSA 6.26.
FF.Amend section P2603.5.1 Sewer depth. Building sewers that connect to
private sewage disposal systems shall not be less than 66 inches below
finished grade at the point of septic tank connection or as approved by
Dallas County Environmental Health. Building sewers shall not be less
than 66 inches below grade.
GG.Add Code Section IRC E3704.7 and insert the following language:
3704.7 Prohibited Locations. Feeders supplying a townhome shall not
cross a property line other than the individual unit served. For the purposes
of this provision, the term townhome shall mean a single-family dwelling
unit constructed in a group of two or more attached units in which each unit
extends from foundation to roof and with a yard or public way on not less
than two sides.
Exception: If a recorded easement is established in a concealed space or
attic within the townhome unit, feeds are allowed within the easement.
§222.4 Adoption of the 2018 International Building Code. Pursuant to
published notice and public hearing, as required by law, the International Building Code, 2018
Edition, published by the International Code Council, is hereby adopted in full to include
Appendix K except for such portions as may hereinafter be deleted, modified or amended.
§222.5 Amendments, Modifications, Additions and Deletions. The following
amendments, modifications, additions and deletions to the International Building Code, 2018
Edition, are hereby made:
A.Insert Section 101.1 to read City of Waukee
B.Delete Sections 105.2(2), 105.2(5), 105.2(6).
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C.Amend Section R105.6 to include the addition of R105.6.1 Revocation of permit.
Insert Section R105.6.1 to read: Revocation of Permit. It is the permit holder’s
responsibility to schedule the required inspections and obtain final approvals.
Failure to schedule the required inspections and receive approval of work
authorized by the permit before covering said work or at completion shall result in
revocation of the permit and void any associated approvals granted by the
City. This failure shall also equate to working without a permit in violation of
City ordinance and no future permits shall be issued to any person or company
who has outstanding violations of this code or any other laws or ordinances of the
City. Failure to contact the City for any inspection or follow-up prior to
expiration of a permit shall be deemed a violation of this code section. Failure to
contact the City for any inspection or follow-up prior to expiration of a
Temporary Certificate of Occupancy shall also be deemed a violation of this code
section. Allowing occupancy of a structure, for which a person or company holds
a building permit, prior to or without a valid Certificate of Occupancy (temporary
or final) shall be deemed a violation of this code section and no future permits
shall be issued to any person or company who has outstanding violations of this
code or any other laws or ordinances of the City.
D.Add the following to Section 109.2 Schedule of Permit Fees with the following
language:
Permit fees will be derived from the City of Waukee Fee Schedule adopted on an
annual basis.
E.Add the following to Section R109.3: The Building Valuation will be derived
from the construction costs for the total work submitted by the contractor, or the
most current Building Valuation Data Schedule published by the International
Code Council (ICC). Submitted contractor valuation shall not be less than
derived valuation through ICC. Published data is utilized by the Administrative
Official in an effort to maintain consistency and fairness for permit fee
calculations. It is not intended to reflect actual taxable value.
F.Delete Section 308.5.4 and replace with the following:
308.5.4 Eight or fewer persons receiving care in a dwelling unit. A facility such
as the above within a dwelling unit and having eight or fewer persons receiving
custodial care shall be classified as a Group R-3 occupancy or shall comply with
the International Residential Code.
Exception:
Day Care facilities that provide custodial care for 16 or fewer persons for less
than 24 hours per day in a single family dwelling, and where registered with the
State of Iowa Department of Human Services as a child development home on or
before January 1, 2017, are permitted to comply with the International Residential
Code.
G.Delete Section 310.4.1 and replace with the following:
310.4.1 Care facilities within a dwelling. Care facilities within a dwelling shall
adhere to section 308.5.4.
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H.Delete Code Section: IBC 419.1 and replace with the following language:
419.1 General.A live/work unit shall comply with Sections 419.1 through 419.9
Exceptions:
1.Dwelling or sleeping units that include an office that is less than 10 percent of the
area of the dwelling unit are permitted to be classified as dwelling units with
accessory occupancies in accordance with Section 508.2
2.Detached one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses that include an office that is
less than 20 percent of the area of the dwelling unit and constructed in accordance
with the International Residential Code are not required to comply with Sections
419.1 through 419.9.
I.Amend Code Section: IBC 419.1.1 Item #3 to contain the following language:
The nonresidential area function shall be limited to floors of the live/work unit
with exit at the 1st story or a basement walkout of the live/work unit.
J.Amend Code Section: IBC 419.2 to include Exception #2 with the following
language
#2. Live/work units located within detached one-and two-family dwellings
and townhomes may be constructed in accordance with the International
Residential Code.
K.Amend Section 423.4 to delete entire section including subsections 423.4.1 and
423.4.2 and replace with the following language:
423.4 Group E occupancy. In areas where the shelter design wind speed for tornadoes
in 250 mph in accordance with Figure 304.2 (1) of ICC 500, all Group E occupancies
with a program occupant load of 50 or more shall have a storm shelter constructed in
accordance with Chapters 1 through 5 & 8 of ICC 500.
Exceptions:
1 Group E day care facilities.
2.Group E occupancies accessory to place of religious worship.
3.Buildings meeting the requirements for shelter design in ICC 500.
4.Accessory structures to existing group E sites where the occupancy classification
of said structures are classified as Groups A-5 and U.
423.4.1 Required Occupant Capacity.The required occupant capacity of the storm shelter
shall include all buildings classified as a Group E occupancy on the campus or site
(whichever is larger) and shall be the greater of the following:
1.The total occupant load of the classrooms, vocational rooms and offices in the
Group E occupancy.
2.The occupant load of any indoor assembly space that is associated with the Group
E occupancy.
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Exceptions:
1.Where a new building is being added on an existing Group E site, and where the
new building is not of sufficient size to accommodate the required occupant
capacity of the storm shelter for all of the buildings on-site, the storm shelter shall
at a minimum accommodate the required capacity for the new building.
2.Where approved by the code official, the required occupant capacity of the shelter
shall be permitted to be reduced by the occupant capacity of any existing storm
shelters on the campus or site.
423.4.2 Location.Storm shelters shall be located within the buildings they serve, or
shall be located where the maximum distance of travel from not fewer than one exterior
door of each building to a door of the shelter serving that building does not exceed
1,000 feet.
The installation of portable buildings for utilization on the campus or site for
educational purposes is considered new construction and classified as Group E
occupancies.
Exception: Existing schools undergoing alterations, additions, or
construction of new accessory buildings.
L.Delete Code Section: IBC 502.1 (Correlation IFC 505.1) and replace with the
following language:
502.1 Address identification. New and existing buildings shall have approved
address numbers, building numbers or approved building identification placed in a
position that is plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the
property. These numbers shall be black or white and shall contrast with their
background. Where required by the fire code official, address numbers shall be
provided in greater dimension or additional approved locations to facilitate
emergency response. Address numbers shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical
letters. Numbers and letters shall be a minimum height and a minimum stroke
width as dictated by Table 502.1. Where access is by means of a private road and
the building cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole or other
sign or means shall be used to identify the structure. Address numbers shall be
maintained.
Table 502.1
Minimum Height and Stroke Width
Distance from the centerline
of the Public Way (ft) Minimum Height (in)
Minimum
Stroke Width
(in)
Less than 100 4 1/2
100 199 6 3/4
200 299 8 1
For each additional 100 Increase 2 Increase 1/2
ᵃ Exterior suite identification, minimum height shall be 4 inches and stroke width shall be 1/2 inch.
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ᵇ Interior suite identification, minimum height shall be 2 inches and stroke width shall be 1/4 inch.
M.Amend IBC 707.5 to add Exception 3 with the following language:
3. Shafts required to be constructed as per section 713.3.2 having exterior walls
that are not required to be fire rated per section 707.4 shall be permitted to be
constructed of materials permitted by the building type of construction so long as
a complete noncombustible separation of 2 hours is provided between the shaft
and adjoining structure. In addition, the provisions of section 1023.7 shall be met.
N.Delete IBC 713.3 and replace with the following language:
713.3 Materials. Shaft enclosures shall be of material and constructed in
accordance with sections 713.3.1 and 713.3.2.
O.Add code section IBC 713.3.1 with the following language:
713.3.1 --1 Hour Shaft Enclosures. Shafts that are allowed to have a fire
resistance rating of 1 hour or less are allowed to be constructed of materials
permitted by the building type of construction.
P.Add code section IBC 713.3.2 with the following language:
713.3.2 --2 Hour Shaft Enclosures. Shafts that are required to have a fire
resistance rating of 2 hours or more serving Interior Exit Stairs or Interior Exit
Ramps shall be constructed of concrete or masonry for types III, IV, and V
construction. Interior exit stairs or Interior exit ramps in Type I and II
construction and all other shafts that are required to have a fire resistance rating of
2 hours or more shall be constructed of non-combustible materials
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Q.Modify IBC Section 716.2.6.1 to add the following language after the last
sentence:
Automatic, self-closing, UL listed hinges may only be installed on the dwelling
room entry door.
R.Add Section 902.1.1.1 (Correlation IFC 901.4.6.1) to include the following
language:
902.1.1.1 Fire Sprinkler Riser Room. A fire sprinkler riser room shall be
separated from the electrical room. The riser room shall have no electrical panels,
devices, or apparatus inside the room other than the outlets or support equipment
(lighting, air compressor, and heater) required for the use of the fire sprinkler
system and/or the fire alarm panel. The sprinkler riser room shall not be accessed
from the electrical room, but the electrical room may be accessed from the fire
riser room.
S.Add new code section IBC 902.1.5 (Correlation IFC 901.4.6.5 DD) to include the
following language:
902.1.5 Temperature Sensor. Provide a low temperature sensor in the fire
sprinkler riser room. Low Temperature Sensor shall be monitored to prevent
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freezing.
T.Delete Section 903.2 and replace with the following:
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 903.2.12. consistent with adopted amendments to the 2018 International
Fire Code for the City of Waukee.
1.An approved automatic fire extinguishing system is required if the gross square
footage of a building is equal to or greater than described in Sections 903.2.1
through 903.2.12.
2.The square footage used for calculating total "gross square footage" of a building
or structure shall be measured using the outside dimensions of the total building
or structure to include attached or detached buildings or structures.
3.To exempt detached buildings or structures from the total gross square footage
from meeting the requirements to have fire sprinklers systems installed, the
buildings or structures per legal lot or contiguous lots under common ownership,
must be separated by twenty feet (20') and have 1-hour rated exterior walls on
both buildings or structures so as not to have the combined total of their gross
square footage applied to this section of the code.
4.For the purposes of section 903.2, "Fire separations” shall not be permitted to
reduce the total gross square footage of a building or area for the purpose of
calculating the fire sprinkler square footage requirements.
5.For the purposes of section 903.2, "story" shall be defined as any level of a
structure, whether above or below grade capable of occupancy.
6.Additions to buildings or structures shall comply with all of the requirements of
section 903.2 of this code for new buildings or structures. The entire building or
structure, existing and proposed additions, shall comply with all of the
requirements of the fire sprinkler section 903.2 of the fire code for new buildings
and structures, when the total of all the additions to the building or structure made
exceeds twenty-five (25) percent of the gross area of the building or structure.
7.When a building is used for more than one occupancy purpose or use, the entire
building shall meet the requirements of the fire sprinkler section 903.2 of the Fire
Code based on the requirements for the most restrictive occupancy group as
defined in Chapter2 of the 2018 International Fire Code.
Exception:
1.Spaces or areas in telecommunications buildings used
exclusively for telecommunications equipment, associated
electrical power distribution equipment, batteries and standby
engines, provided those spaces or areas are equipped throughout
with an automatic smoke detection system in accordance with
Section 907.2 and are separate from the remainder of the building
by not less than 1-hour fire barriers constructed in accordance with
Section 707 of the International Building Code or not less than 2-
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hour horizontal assemblies constructed in accordance with Section
711 of the International Building Code, or both.
U.Delete Section 903.2.11.1.3 and replace with the following:
903.2.11.1.3 Basements. Where any portion of a basement is located more than
75 feet (22 860 mm) from openings required by Section 903.2.11.1, the basement
shall be equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system.
V.Add Section 903.3.1.1.3 with the following language:
903.1.1.3 Sprinkler installed under exterior projections. A canopy covering a
door that is required to be marked as an exit shall be required to have fire
sprinklers installed outside that door if the canopy extends more than 4 feet out
from the door and is 12 feet or less in height from the ground regardless of
whether the canopy is combustible or non-combustible. Canopies that have
vehicle access under them with door openings shall be required to have fire
sprinklers installed under the total canopy regardless of whether the canopy is
combustible or non-combustible.
W.Delete Section 903.4.2 and replace with the following:
903.4.2 Alarms. An approved weather proof audible device suitable for outdoor
use with 110 candela visual signal shall be connected to every automatic sprinkler
system. Such sprinkler water-flow alarm devices shall be activated by water flow
equivalent to the flow of a single sprinkler of the smallest orifice size installed in
the system. Alarm devices shall be provided on the exterior of the building in an
approved location. Where a fire alarm system is installed, actuation of the
automatic sprinkler system shall actuate the building fire alarm system.
X.Add the following Section 905.3.9:
905.3.9 Building Footprint and Access. Where the most remote portion of a floor
or story is more than 400 feet from a hose connection or fire department access
road, the fire code official is authorized to require standpipes to be provided in
approved locations. Class I manual standpipes shall be allowed.
Y.Add the following Section 907.1.4:
907.1.4 FACP (Fire Alarm Control Panels)
Each building shall have no more than 1 FACP.
Installation of fire alarm panel shall not exceed six feet in height measured from
the floor to the top of the unit.
Exception: Suppression system releasing panels are not required to meet
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the height requirement or the limitation in the number of panels.
Z.Amend Section 907.2 to add the following exception:
Exception:
3. Fire Area and Occupant Load amendments, refer to 2018 IFC
amendments.
AA.Delete Section 907.6.6 and replace with the following:
907.6.6 Monitoring. Fire alarm systems required by this chapter or by the
International Building Code shall be monitored at a central station approved and
listed under UL 827 in accordance with NFPA 72.
Exception: Monitoring station is not required for:
1. Automatic sprinkler and fire alarm systems in one- and
two- family dwellings.
BB.Delete Section 910.2.1 and replace with the following:
910.2.1 Group F-1 or S-1. Smoke and heat vents installed in accordance with
Section 910.3 or a mechanical smoke removal system installed in accordance with
Section 910.4 shall be installed in buildings and portions thereof used as a Group
F-1 or S-1 occupancy having more than 30,000 square feet (2787 square meters)
of undivided area. In occupied portions of a building equipped throughout with
an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 903.3.1.1, where the upper
surface of the story is not a roof assembly, a mechanical smoke removal system in
accordance with Section 910.4 shall be installed.
Exception: Group S-1 aircraft repair hangars.
CC.Amend Section 1008.3.3. to add the following locations with sequential
numbering:
5. Public restrooms containing more than one water closet/urinal or that are
accessible.
6. Meeting and conference rooms with an area greater than 400 square feet.
7. Classrooms in an E occupancy with an area greater than 400 square feet.
DD.Amend Section 1009.2 to add the following:
11. Components of exterior walking surfaces shall be concrete, asphalt, or
other approved hard surface.
EE. Add Section 1010.1.6.1 with the following language:
1010.1.6.1 For landings required by Section 1010.1.5 to be at the same elevation
on each side of the door, exterior landings at doors shall be provided with frost
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protection.
FF.Amend Section 1010.1.9.1 to add the following:
Thumb Turn Locks shall not be allowed.
GG.Add the following Section 1013.1.1:
1013.1.1 Additional Exit Signs. Exit signs may be required at the discretion of
the Administrative Official to clarify an exit or exit access.
HH.Delete Sections 1013.5 and 1013.6 including 1013.6.1, 1013.6.2 and 1013.6.3.
II. Add the following Section 1028.5.1:
1028.5.1 Components of exterior walking surfaces shall be concrete, asphalt, or
other approved hard surface.
JJ.Add the following Section 1030.5.3:
1030.5.3 Window well drainage. All window wells shall be provided with
approved drainage.
KK.Modify Code Section: IBC 1301.1 and replace with the following
language:
Section 1301.1 Scope. The provisions of the International Energy Code as
currently adopted and amended by the Iowa State Building Code Bureau shall
apply to all matters governing the design and construction of buildings for energy
efficiency. Administration shall be as prescribed in chapter 1 of the currently
State adoption of the IECC and these regulations shall be known as the Waukee
Energy Code.
LL. Amend Section 1608.2 to add the following: For purposes of determining snow
loads, the minimum ground snow load for design purposes shall be 30 pounds per
square foot. Subsequent increases or decreases shall be allowed as otherwise
provided in this code, except that the minimum allowable flat roof snow load may
be reduced to not less than 80 percent of the ground snow load.
MM.In Section 1609.1.1 add the following: For purposes of determining wind
loads, the minimum basic wind speed shall be considered as 115 miles per hour;
except when referenced documents are based on fastest mile wind velocities,
Table 1609.3(1) shall be used.
NN.Add the following to Section 1807.1 Foundation Retaining Walls for Group R
Occupancies:
1.Scope. Notwithstanding other design requirements of Chapters 18, 19 and
21of the International Building Code, foundation retaining walls for Group R
occupancies of Type V construction may be constructed in accordance with
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this section, provided that use or building site conditions affecting such walls
are within the limitations specified in this section.
2.Specifications. General specifications for such foundation retaining walls shall
be as follows:
Table - ‘Foundation Walls for Conventional Light Frame Construction’
Height of
Foundation Wall
(Net measured from
top of basement slab
to top of foundation
wall)*
Thickness of Foundation
Walls Reinforcement
type
and placement
within Foundation
Wall**
Reinforcement type
and
placement within
Foundation Wall**
(maximum 12’ span
between corners and
supporting cross walls)
Type of
Mortar Unit
Gross Net Concrete Masonry Concrete Masonry Masonry
8 7’ 8”7 Y2”8”Y2”horizontal
bars, placement
in the middle,
and near the top
& bottom – Y2”
bars @ 6’ max.
vertically
0.075 square inch bar
8’ o.c. vertically in
fully grouted cells. If
block is 12” nominal
thickness, may be
unreinforced.
Type M or
S. Grout &
Mortar shall
meet
provisions
of Chapter
21 IBC
9 8’ 8”8”See
Chapter
18 IBC
Y2” bars 2’ o.c.horizontally &
20”vertically o.c.
See Chapter 18 IBC Same as
above109’ 8”8”See Chapter See Chapter 18 IBC Same as above18 IBC (5/8” bars 2’ o.c. horizontally & 30”
vertically o.c.)
*Concrete floor slab to be nominal 4”. If such floor slab is not provided prior to backfill, provide 1) 36”
vertical #4 rebarembedded in the footing @ maximum 7’ O.C. spacing -and/or-2) full depth nominal 2”depth x 4”width
keyway in footing
** All reinforcement bars shall meet ASTM A6175 grade 40 minimum and be deformed. Placement of bars shall be incenterof wall and meet the provisions of chapters 18, 19, and 21 of the International Building Code.
NOTE: Cast in place concrete shall have a compressive strength of 3,000 lbs @ 28 days. Footings shall contain continuousreinforcement of minimum 2 –Y2” diameter rebar throughout. Placement of reinforcement and
concrete shall meet therequirements of Chapter 19 of the International Building Code.
NOTE: Material used for backfilling shall be carefully placed granular soil of average or high permeability and shall bedrained with an approved drainage system as prescribed in Section 1805.4 of the International Building
Code. Where soilscontaining a high percentage of clay, fine silt or similar materials of low permeability or expansive soils are encountered orwhere backfill materials are not drained or an unusually high surcharge is to be placed adjacent to the
wall, a speciallydesigned wall shall be required.
Note: Foundation plate or sill anchorage shall be installed in accordance with the respective
codes as applicable.
OO.Replace Table 1809.7 with the following:
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TABLE 1809.7
FOUNDATIONS FOR STUD BEARING WALLS
Number
of Stories
Thickness of
Foundation Walls
Unit
Concrete Masonry
Minimum
Width of
Footing
(inches)
Thickness of
Footing
(inches)
Minimum Depth of
Foundation Below Natural
Surface of Ground and Finish
Grade (inches)
1 8 8 16 8 42
2 8 8 16 8 42
3 10 10 18 12 42
§222.6 Adoption of the 2018 International Existing Building Code. Pursuant
to published notice and public hearing, as required by law, the International Existing Building
Code, 2018 Edition, published by the International Code Council, is hereby adopted in full
except for such portions as may hereinafter be deleted, modified or amended.
§222.7 Amendments, Modifications, Additions and Deletions. The following
amendments, modifications, additions and deletions to the International Existing Building Code,
2018 Edition, are hereby made:
A.Add the following to Section 108.2 Schedule of Permit Fees with the following
language:
Permit fees will be derived from the City of Waukee Fee Schedule adopted on an
annual basis.
B.Add New Code Section: IEBC 302.7 with the following language:
Section 302.7 Fire Protection. Existing buildings containing R-2 occupancies shall be
made to comply with the International Building Code Section 903.2.8 within two (2)
years of any of the following situations:
1. Fire damage to three or more dwelling units, not including smoke or water
damage or other damage from fire-fighting operations.
2. Issuance of a building permit for a Level III alteration as identified in
Chapter 6 of the International Existing Building Code.
C.Delete Code Section: IEBC 1106 and replace with the following language (sections 1106.1, 1106.1.2, & 1106.1.3):
Section 1106.1 Addition to a Group E occupancy. Where an addition is added to an existing
Group E occupancy located in an area where the shelter design wind speed for tornadoes in 250
mph in accordance with Figure 304.2 (1) of ICC 500 and the occupant load of the addition is 50
or more, the addition shall have a storm shelter constructed in accordance with Chapters 1 through
5 & 8 of ICC 500.
For the purposes of this section the installation of portable buildings for utilization on the campus
or site for educational purposes shall be considered as an addition.
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Exceptions:
1.Group E day care facilities.
2.Group E occupancies accessory to place of religious worship.
3.Additions meeting the requirements for shelter design in ICC 500.
4.Accessory structures and additions to existing group E sites where the occupancy
classification of said structures are classified as Groups A-5 and U
The aggregate area of all additions within a 10 (ten) year period shall be factored when determining
the requirements of this section.
1106.1.2 Required Occupant capacity. The required occupant capacity of the storm shelter shall
include all buildings classified as a Group E occupancy on the campus or site, whichever is larger
and shall be the greater of the following:
1.The total occupant load of the classrooms, vocational rooms and offices in the
Group E occupancy.
2.The occupant load of any indoor assembly space that is associated with the Group
E occupancy.
Exceptions:
1.Where an addition is being added on an existing Group E site, and where the
addition is not of sufficient size to accommodate the required occupant capacity
of the storm shelter for all of the buildings on-site, the storm shelter shall at a
minimum accommodate the required capacity for the addition.
2.Where approved by the code official, the required occupant capacity of the shelter
shall be permitted to be reduced by the occupant capacity of any existing storm
shelters on the campus or site.
1106.1.3 Location. Storm shelters shall be located within the buildings they serve or shall be
located where the maximum distance of travel from not fewer than one exterior door of each
building to a door of the shelter serving that building does not exceed 1,000 feet.
D.Conversion to condominium or multiple housing cooperative.
1. The conversion of any residential building or portion thereof to a
horizontal property regime or to a multiple housing cooperative shall be
treated as a change of occupancy classification for the building,
notwithstanding anything in the building codes to the contrary, and shall
conform to the International Building Code.
2. No person shall file or record a declaration in the office of the county
recorder to convert an existing structure located within the city to a
horizontal property regime unless a certificate of occupancy for
compliance with the current building codes has been issued by the
Administrative Official
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3. No person shall file or record an instrument in the office of the county
recorder conveying an interest in real estate located in the city to a
multiple housing cooperative unless a certificate of occupancy for
compliance with the current building codes has been issued by the
Administrative Official.
4. At least 60 days before being filed or recorded in the office of the county
recorder, the applicant shall file a copy of such declaration or such
instrument, together with the following documents with the
Administrative Official, and shall also pay a conversion fee in the
amount set in the schedule of fees adopted by the city council by
resolution:
a. Two copies of an as-built plan for the entire structure.
b. Building code analysis prepared by a licensed architect or
professional engineer demonstrating that the structure conforms
with the current building codes, or can be brought into
conformance with the current building codes by planned
improvements to be made to the structure.
c. Two copies of construction plans for planned improvements to be
made to the structure to bring the structure into conformance with
the current building codes.
5. Upon receipt of the documents and the conversion fee as provided above,
the Administrative Official shall review the building code analysis and
conduct such inspections of the structure as may be deemed appropriate by
the administrator to determine whether or not the structure conforms with
the requirements of paragraph (1) above. If the Administrative Official
determines that the structure has been shown to be in substantial
compliance with the requirements of paragraph (a) above, the
administrator shall cause a certificate of occupancy to be issued for the use
of the structure as a horizontal property regime or a multiple housing
cooperative. If the structure has not been shown to be in substantial
compliance with the requirements of paragraph (1) above, the
administrator shall give written notice to the applicant of any violations of
the applicable code requirements discovered to exist in the building.
§222.8 Adoption of the 2018 International Mechanical Code. Pursuant to
published notice and public hearing, as required by law, the International Mechanical Code, 2018
Edition, published by the International Code Council, is hereby adopted in full except for such
portions as may hereinafter be deleted, modified or amended.
§222.9 Amendments, Modifications, Additions and Deletions. The following
amendments, modifications, additions and deletions to the International Mechanical Code, 2018
Edition, are hereby made:
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A.The City of Waukee interprets “NFPA 54 and NFPA 58” as equivalent
alternatives for design to meet the intent of the 2018 International Fuel Gas Code
B.Amend Section 106.5.2 to add the following:
Permit fees will be derived from the City of Waukee Fee Schedule adopted on an
annual basis.
C.Amend Section 306.1 to add the following:
An unobstructed level working space at least 30 inches deep and 30 inches wide
shall be provided on any side of equipment where service access is required.
Administrative official or designee may approve service space reductions prior to
equipment installation, provided manufacturer’s instructions are met. (excluding
suspended ceiling)
D.Amend Section 306.5 to add the following:
If the tenants of a multiple tenant building have, or are allowed to have,
mechanical facilities on or which penetrate the roof, then roof access ladders must
be provided for use by all such tenants and their agents and contractors in a
manner that does not require accessing space under the control of another tenant.
E.Delete Section 307.2.4.1 and replace with the following:
307.2.4.1 Ductless mini-split system traps. Ductless mini-split equipment that
produces condensate shall be installed per manufacturer’s instructions.
F.Amend Section 603.1 to add the following:
Air plenums and ducts located in floor and wall cavities shall be separated from
unconditioned space by construction with insulation to meet energy code
requirements. These areas include but are not limited to exterior walls,
cantilevered floors, and floors above garages.
§222.10 Adoption of the 2018 Uniform Plumbing Code. Pursuant to published
notice and public hearing, as required by law, the Uniform Plumbing Code, 2018 Edition,
published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials and amended
by the State of Iowa, is hereby adopted in full except for such portions as may hereinafter be
deleted, modified or amended.
§222.11 Amendments, Modifications, Additions and Deletions. The following
amendments, modifications, additions and deletions to the Uniform Plumbing Code, 2018
Edition, are hereby made:
The City of Waukee interprets the 2018 International Plumbing Code as published by the
International Code Council as an equivalent alternative to the 2018 Uniform Plumbing Code.
A.UPC Section 104.5: Delete Table 104.5 and insert the following language: permit
fees will be derived from the City of Waukee Fee Schedule adopted on an annual
basis.
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B.Amend Section UPC 407.3 to include the following language at the end of the
Code section:
Tempering devices shall be installed at or as close as possible to the point of use.
C.Amend Section UPC 418.3 to include location #5 with the following language:
Rooms containing a water heater.
D.Amend Section UPC 609.1 to add the following language:
Water service piping shall have no less than five feet (5’) of soil cover.
E.Amend Section UPC 701.2 to add the following language:
(7) The use of SDR 23.5 is an acceptable material for exterior building sewers.
F.Amend Section UPC 717.1 to add the following language:
717.1.1 Size of Drainage Piping. The main building drain shall be a minimum
four inch (4”) diameter.
G.Amend Section UPC 718.3.1 to add the following language:
718.3.1 Protection from damage. Building sewers less than 42 inches below
grade shall be cast iron pipe or be protected with an engineered system to prevent
damage from freezing and frost heave.
H.Amend Section UPC 1014.1 to add the following language:
Notwithstanding provisions of section 1014.1, regulations of Fat Oil and Grease
(FOG) and sizing of FOG removal devices where connected to Wastewater
Reclamation Authority (WRA) system shall be in accordance with WRA
regulations for the regulations of industrial wastewater and commercial
wastewater.
I.Delete Section UPC 1101.12.2.2.2 Combined System.
J.Amend Section UPC 1208.6.4.4 to add the following language:
1208.6.4.4 Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing. Only CSST with an Arc Resistant
Jacket or Covering System listed in accordance with ANSI LC-1 (Optional
Section 5.16)/CSA 6.26-2016 shall be installed in accordance with the terms of its
approval, the conditions of listing, the manufactures instructions and this code
including electrical bonding requirements in Section 1211.2. CSST shall not be
used for through wall penetrations from the point of delivery of the gas supply to
the inside of the structure. CSST shall not be installed in locations where subject
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to physical damage unless protected in an approved manner.
§222.12 Adoption of the 2020 National Electrical Code. Pursuant to published
notice and public hearing, as required by law, the currently adopted by the State of Iowa Edition
of the National Electrical Code, published by the National Fire Protection Association, is hereby
adopted in full except for such portions as may hereinafter be deleted, modified or amended.
§222.13 Amendments, Modifications, Additions and Deletions. The following
amendments, modifications, additions and deletions to the National Electrical Code, as currently
adopted by the State of Iowa, are hereby made:
A.Amend Section 90.2 to add the following language:
90.2(D) Scope. Permits required. Permits shall be required for work contained
within the scope of this article. Permit fees will be derived from the City of
Waukee Fee Schedule adopted on an annual basis.
B.Delete section 210.8(A). and insert in lieu thereof the following new section:
210.8 (A) Dwelling Units.
All 125-volt receptacles installed in locations specified in 210.8 (A)(1) through
2108 (A)(11) shall be ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection for personnel.
(1)Bathrooms
(2)Garages and also accessory buildings that have floor located at or below
grade level not intended to be habitable rooms and limited to storage areas,
work areas, or similar use
(3)Outdoors
Exception to (3) Receptacles that are not readily accessible and are supply
branch circuits dedicated to electrical snow-melting, deicing, or pipeline and
Bessel heating equipment shall be permitted to be installed in accordance with
426.28m or 427.22, as applicable
(4)Crawl spaces – at or below grade level
(5)Basements
Exception to (5): A receptacle supplying only a permanently installed fire
alarm or burglar alarm system shall not be required to have ground-fault
circuit-interrupter protection.
Informational Note: See 760.41B and 760.121(B) for power supply
requirements for fire alarm systems.
Receptacles installed under the exception to 210.8 (A) (5) shall not be
considered as meeting the requirements of 210.52(G).
(6)Kitchens – Where the receptacles are installed to serve the countertop surfaces
(7)Sinks – Where receptacles are installed within 1.8 m (6 ft) from the top inside
edge of the bowl of the sink
(8)Boathouses
(9)Bathtubs or shower stalls – Where receptacles are installed within 1.8 m (6 ft)
of the outside edge of the bathtub or shower stall
(10)Laundry areas
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Exception to (1) through (3), (5) through (8), and (1): Listed locking support
and mounting receptacles utilized in combination with compatible attachment
fittings installed for the purpose of serving a ceiling luminaire or ceiling fan
shall not be required to be ground0fault circuit-interrupter protected. If a
general-purpose convenience outlet is integral to the ceiling luminaire or
ceiling fan, GFCI protection shall be provided.
(11)Indoor damp and wet locations
C.Delete section 210.8(F)
D.Add Code Section NEC 215.13 Prohibited Locations with the following language:
NEC 215.13 Prohibited Locations. Feeders supplying townhomes shall not
extend through any townhome unit other that the unit served. For the purpose of
this provision, the term townhome shall mean a single-family dwelling unit
constructed in a group of two or more attached units in which each unit extends
from the foundation to roof with a yard or pubic way on not less than two sides.
Exception: If a recorded easement is established in a concealed space or attic
within a townhome unit, feeders are allowed within that easement.
§222.14 Adoption of the 2018 International Fuel Gas Code. Pursuant to
published notice and public hearing, as required by law, the International Fuel Gas Code, 2018
Edition, published by the International Code Council, is hereby adopted in full except for such
portions as may hereinafter be deleted, modified or amended.
§222.15 Amendments, Modifications, Additions and Deletions. The following
amendments, modifications, additions and deletions to the International Fuel Gas Code, 2018
Edition are hereby made:
A.Amend Section 106.6.2 to include the following language: Permit fees will be derived
from the City of Waukee Fee Schedule adopted on an annual basis.
B.Delete Section 5.6.3.4 and the replace with the following:
5.6.3.4 Corrugated Stainless Steel. Only CSST with an Arc Resistant Jacket or Covering
System listed in accordance with ANSI LC-1 (Optional Section 5.16)/CSA 6.26-2016
shall be installed in accordance with the terms of its approval, the conditions of listing,
the manufactures instructions and this code including electrical bonding requirements in
Section 7.13.2. CSST shall not be used for through wall penetrations from the point of
delivery of the gas supply to the inside of the structure. CSST shall not be installed in
locations where subject to physical damage unless protected in an approved manner.
§222.16 Adoption of the 2018 International Property Maintenance Code.
Pursuant to published notice and public hearing, as required by law, the International Property
Maintenance Code, 2018 Edition, published by the International Code Council, is hereby
adopted in full except for such portions as may hereinafter be deleted, modified or amended.
§222.17 Amendments, Modifications, Additions and Deletions. The following
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amendments, modifications, additions and deletions to the International Property Maintenance
Code, 2015 Edition, are hereby made:
A.Amend Section 101.1 Title to insert Waukee as the jurisdiction referenced.
B.Amend Section 103.5 Fees to include the following language: Permit fees will be
derived from the City of Waukee Fee Schedule adopted on an annual basis.
C.Amend Section 112.4 Failure to comply by removing “shall be liable to a fine of not
less than [AMOUNT] dollars of more than [AMOUNT] dollars” and replacing with
“failure to comply with a Rental Housing Inspection Order is a violation and is
considered a municipal infraction.”
D.Amend Section 302.4 to delete [JURISDICTION TO INSERT HEIGHT IN
INCHES] and replace with “8 inches in height on developed properties and 10 inches
in height on undeveloped properties.”
E.Amend Section 304.14 to read as follows:
During the period from April 15th to October 15th, every door, window and other
outside opening required for ventilation of habitable rooms, food preparation areas,
food service areas or any areas where products to be included or utilized in food for
human consumption are processed, manufactured, packaged or stored, shall be
supplied with approved tightly fitting screens of not less than 16 mesh per inch (16
mesh per 25 mm) and every swinging door shall have a self-closing device in good
working condition.
F.Amend Section 602.3 by deleting “[DATE] to [DATE]” and replacing with
September 1 to May 30.
G.Amend Section 602.4 by deleting “[DATE] to [DATE]” and replacing with
September 1 to May 30.
H.Insert new sentence prior to last sentence of paragraph in Section 605.2 with the
following language:
Any accessible receptacle within 6 feet of a water source shall be provided with
Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter Protection.
I.Amend Section 705.1 to add the following language to the end of the paragraph: In
addition, carbon monoxide alarms and detectors shall be installed in accordance with
Iowa Code Section 661—Chapter 211.
J.Add new Section 705.3 with the following language:
705.3 Installation Locations. Installation locations shall be in conformance with the
International Fire Code, the International Residential Code, Iowa Code, and at the
location closest to the hazard of an attached garage or fuel-fired appliance.
§222.18 Adoption of the 2012 International Energy Conservation Code.
Pursuant to published notice and public hearing, as required by law, the International Energy
Conservation Code, 2012 Edition, published by the International Code Council, is hereby
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adopted in full except for such portions as may hereinafter be deleted, modified or amended.
§222.19 Amendments, Modifications, Additions and Deletions. The following
amendments, modifications, additions and deletions to the International Energy Conservation
Code, 2012 Edition, are hereby made:
A.The provisions of the International Energy Code as currently adopted and
amended by the Iowa State Building Code Bureau shall apply to all matters
governing the design and construction of buildings for energy efficiency.
B.Delete Sections 101.1, 101.2, 103.3.1, 103.3.2, 103.3.3, 103.4, 103.5, and all of
Sections 104, 107, 108 and 109.
C.All energy code compliance inspections shall be completed by a third party
certified to do such inspections with a report submitted to the Administrative
Official showing compliance with the State adopted energy code.
D.Add Code Section C402.1.1.1 Seasonal Structures with the following language:
C402.1.1.1 Seasonal Structures. The following seasonal type structures are
exempt from meeting the provisions of this code. (These facilities are allowed to
have heating and/or cooling equipment for temporary comfort of patrons and
employees during operating hours.)
1. Food Service Buildings that serve patrons at amusement parks, water parks,
and outdoor sporting facilities. The buildings can only be occupied by
employees, must not be able to allow patrons to be served within the facility
and must have its sole means of servicing customers, an operable exterior
serving window.
2. Restroom Facilities that serve amusement parks, water parks, and outdoor
sporting facilities.
E.Delete Section C408.2 and replace with the following:
Mechanical systems and service water-heating systems commissioning and
completion requirements. Prior to the final mechanical and plumbing inspections,
the registered design professional or approved agency shall provide evidence of
mechanical systems commissioning and completion in accordance with the
provisions of this section. The Commissioning Agent shall be in no way affiliated
with the project’s design, installation or sale of products, to avoid any conflict of
interest. The Commissioning Agent shall be accredited by an industry-recognized
certification program, to be determined by the AHJ.
§222.20 Adoption of the 2018 International Fire Code. Pursuant to published
notice and public hearing, as required by law, the International Fire Code, 2018 edition,
including Appendix Chapters B, C, D, I, K, and N (see International Fire Code Section
101.2.1, 2018 edition), as published by the International Code Council, is hereby adopted in full
as the Fire Code of City of Waukee, for regulating and governing the safeguarding of life and
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property from fire and explosion hazards arising from the storage, handling and use of hazardous
substances, materials and devices, and from conditions hazardous to life or property in the
occupancy of buildings and premises as herein provided; and each and all of the regulations,
provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of said Fire Code are hereby referred to, adopted, and
made a part hereof, as if fully set out in this legislation, with the additions, insertions, deletions
and changes, if any, prescribed in Section 2 of this resolution.
§222.21 Amendments, Modifications, Additions and Deletions. The following
amendments, modifications, additions and deletions to the International Fire Code, 2018 Edition,
are hereby made:
A.Section 101.1. Insert: [City of Waukee]
B.Insert New Code Section 105.3.9
105.3.9 Revocation of Permit. It is the permit holder’s responsibility to schedule the
required inspections and obtain final approvals. Failure to schedule the required
inspections and receive approval of work authorized by the permit before covering said
work or at completion shall result in revocation of the permit and void any associated
approvals granted by the City. This failure shall also equate to working without a permit in
violation of City ordinance and no future permits shall be issued to any person or company
who has outstanding violations of this code or any other laws or ordinances of the
City. Failure to contact the City for any inspection or follow-up prior to expiration of a
permit shall be deemed a violation of this code section. Failure to contact the City for any
inspection or follow-up prior to expiration of a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy shall
also be deemed a violation of this code section. Allowing occupancy of a structure, for
which a person or company holds a building permit, prior to or without a valid Certificate
of Occupancy (temporary or final) shall be deemed a violation of this code section and no
future permits shall be issued to any person or company who has outstanding violations of
this code or any other laws or ordinances of the City.
C.Insert New Code Section IFC 105.4.1.2:
105.4.1.2 Fire Protection System Submittals. All life safety plans submitted for review to
include, but not limited to, fire sprinkler system plans, fire alarm system plans, and clean
agent system plans shall be designed and stamped by a person with a minimum of a NICET
III certification, fire protection engineer, qualified engineer with two (2) years demonstrated
experience in life safety system design, or equivalency as determined by the code official.
Plan approval will be based upon the plans submitted by the equipment supplier utilizing the
above requirements.
D.Insert New Code Section IFC 105.4.1.3:
105.4.1.3 Life Safety Plan Review Technical Assistance. Fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm
system, fire pumps, clean agent systems, kitchen hood suppression systems shall be
submitted to the Waukee contracted third party engineer for review at the discretion of the
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fire code official. The Code Official has the authority to require additions/modifications to
the existing fire sprinkler systems and fire alarm systems to be sent to the Waukee contracted
third party for review.
E.Insert New Code Section 106.2.1 :
106.2 The construction permit/plan review fee Refer to City of Waukee current fee
schedule.
F.Insert New Code Section 106.2.1:
106.1.1 Work commencing before permit issuance fee. If required life safety plans are not
received at the Waukee Fire Department prior to 7 days before the final certificate of
occupancy inspection is scheduled, a fee of $200.00 shall be paid by the submitting company
prior to the inspection taking placed and the inspection will be re-scheduled for a date as
determined by the Code Official.
G.Insert New Code Section 106.4.1 Insert:
106.4.1 Re-inspection Fees. A fee for re-inspections for the construction, alteration,
operation and/or fire life safety inspections shall be paid as required, in accordance with the
schedule as established by the applicable governing authority. Refer to current City of
Waukee fee schedule.
H.Insert New Section IFC 106.4.2 insert:
106.4.2 Mitigation Reimbursement Fees. Reimbursement fees that are actual and
necessary expenses incurred in carrying out the mitigation of specialized emergencies
including, but not limited to, hazardous materials, specialized rescue, and crime scenes
(including arson) shall be invoiced to the responsible person, firm or corporation. An
available fee schedule shall be reviewed and posted annually by the Fire Chief's Office. Fees
may include, but not limited to, personnel compensation, apparatus use, equipment use and
specialized contract labor associated with the mitigation of the specialized emergency.
I.Insert New Code Section IFC 107.1.1:
107.1.1 Inspection Tags. Tags for inspection of fire suppression systems, fire extinguishers,
and fire alarm systems are required to be White West Metro Fire Prevention Bureau. These
tags can be purchased from the West Des Moines Fire Prevention Bureau for use in the City
of Waukee.
J.Delete Code Section IFC 108.3 and replace with the following language:
108.3 Recordkeeping. A record of periodic inspections, tests, servicing and other operations
and maintenance shall be maintained on the premises or other approved location for not less
than 3 years, or a different period of time where specified in this code or referenced
standards. Records shall be made available for inspection by the fire code official, and a
copy of the records shall be provided to the fire code official upon request.
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The fire code official has prescribed the form and format of such record keeping to be
electronically submitted through a web based system, The Compliance Engine.
The fire code official is authorized to require that certain required records be filed with the
fire code official.
Owners or premise property manager designee shall have the contractor licensed to inspect
fire prevention and life safety systems within the State of Iowa are required to submit their
reports of systems within the City of Waukee jurisdiction. All reports shall be submitted
within 30 days of the inspection or maintenance completion. Systems with impairments
should be reported immediately.
K.Code Section 109: Refer to Waukee Board of Appeals.
L.Delete Code Section IFC 1010.4 and replace with the following language:
110.4 Violation penalties. Persons who shall violate a provision of this code or shall fail to
comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall erect, install, alter, repair or do
work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the fire code
official, or of a permit or certificate used under provisions of this code, shall be guilty of a
misdemeanor unless declared to be a municipal infraction in this code or in any city
ordinances. If the act is not declared to be a misdemeanor or a municipal infraction and if no
specific penalty is provided therefore, the violation of an such provision shall be deemed to
be a misdemeanor punishable by a civil penalty fine of not more than six hundred twenty
five dollars or by imprisonment not exceeding 30, or both such fine and imprisonment as
provided in Section 903.01, subsection 1, paragraph a of the Iowa Code. The City of
Waukee may classify a municipal infraction per Section 364.22 subsection 1 paragraph b in
this Code or in any city ordinance, the violation of any such provision shall be punishable by
a civil penalty of not more than seven hundred fifty dollars for each violation or if the
infraction is a repeat offense, a civil penalty not to exceed one thousand dollars for each
repeat offense. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be
deemed a separate offense.
M.Section 112.4. Insert dollar amounts in accordance with 110.4.
N.Delete Code Section: IFC 308.1.4 Replace with the following language:
308.1.4 Open-flame cooking devices. Charcoal burners, other open-flame cooking devices,
and other devices that produce ashes or embers shall not be operated on balconies or within
20 feet (3048 mm) of combustible construction. Location of LP containers shall comply with
Section 6104. Exceptions:
1.One- and two-family dwellings, constructed in accordance with the International
Residential Code.
2.LP-gas cooking devices having LP-gas container with a water capacity not
greater than 20 pounds.
O.Insert New Code Section:
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319.11 Location. Mobile food vehicles shall not be located within 20 feet (6096 mm) of
buildings, tents, canopies or membrane structures.
P.Insert New Code Section: IFC 503.1.4 Insert the following language:
503.1.4 Outdoor Venue Access. A 10 ft. wide emergency access roads designed to support
36,000 lb. weight load shall be provided within 350-feet of all portions of an outdoor
venue (e.g. soccer complex, park, skate park, sports fields) to facilitate emergency vehicle
access.
Exception: The fire code official is authorized to increase the dimension of 350 feet where
emergency access roads cannot be installed because of location on property, topography,
waterway, nonnegotiable grades, or other similar conditions, and an approved
alternative means of emergency access is provided.
Q.Delete Code Section: IFC 503.2.1 Replace with the following language:
503.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have a minimum unobstructed width
of not less than 20 feet (6096 mm), exclusive of shoulders, except for approved security gates
in accordance with Section 503.6, and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 14
feet (4268 mm).
R.Delete Code Section: IFC 505.1 Replace with the following language:
505.1 Address identification. New and existing buildings shall have approved address
numbers, building numbers or approved building identification placed in a position that is
plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property. These numbers shall
be black or white and shall contrast with their background. Where required by the fire code
official, address numbers shall be provided in greater dimension or additional approved
locations to facilitate emergency response. Address numbers shall be Arabic numbers or
alphabetical letters. Numbers and letters shall be a minimum height and a minimum stroke
width as dictated by Table 505.1. Where access is by means of a private road and the
building cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole or other sign or means
shall be used to identify the structure. Address numbers shall be maintained.
Table 505.1
Minimum Height and Stroke Width
Distance from the centerline of the Public Way
(ft)
Minimum Height
(in)
Minimum Stroke Width
(in)
Less than 100 4 1/2
100 199 6 3/4
200 299 8 1
For each additional 100 Increase 2 Increase 1/2
ᵃ Exterior suite identification, minimum height shall be 4 inches and stroke width shall be ½ inch.
ᵇ Interior suite identification, minimum height shall be 2 inches and stroke width shall be ¼ inch.
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S.Delete Code Section: IFC 507.5.1.1 Replace with the following language:
507.5.1.1 Hydrant for fire department connection. Buildings equipped with a fire
department connection installed in accordance with Section 912 shall have a fire hydrant
located on a fire access road within 100 feet (30 m) of the fire department connection as
measured by an approved route around the exterior of the building.
Exception: The distance shall be permitted to exceed 100 feet (30 m) where approved by the
fire code official.
T.Delete Code Section: IFC 507.5.5 Replace with the following language:
507.5.5 Clear space around hydrants. A 5-foot (1524 mm) horizontal clear space shall be
maintained around the circumference of fire hydrants, as measured from the center- point of
the hydrant, except as otherwise required or approved.
U.Insert New Code Section: IFC 507.5.7 Insert the following language:
507.5.7 Fire Hydrant Markers and Identification Color. When required by the Fire Code
Official, hydrant locations shall be identified by the installation of an approved reflective
marker. Both public and private hydrants shall comply with and be painted to Local Water
Utility specifications.
V.Insert New Code Section: IFC 507.5.8 Insert the following language:
507.5.8 Fire Hydrant Installation. Fire hydrants shall be installed with the grade mark on
the fire hydrant at the level of finished grade. The large diameter connection shall be installed
such that the connection is oriented facing the fire department access road.
W.Modify Code Section: IFC 508.1 Replace with the following language:
508.1 General. Where required by other sections of this code, Table 508.1, and in all
buildings classified as high-rise buildings by the International Building Code, a fire
command center for fire department operations shall be provided and shall comply with
Sections 508.1.1 through 508.1.6.
X.Add Code Section: IFC Table 508.1 Add the following language:
Table 508.1 Fire Command Center Thresholds
Occupancy Threshold Requiring a Fire Command Center
Group A 1,000 occupants
Group E 100,000 gross square feet
Group F 200,000 gross square feet
Group H 100,000 gross square feet
Group I-2 or I-3 100,000 gross square feet
Group M 100,000 gross square feet
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Group R1 Greater than 200 dwelling units or sleeping units
Group S 200,000 gross square feet
Y.Insert New Code Section 511 Insert:
Section 511 Fire and Emergency Vehicle Lanes.
511.1 General. Fire and emergency vehicle lanes shall be provided and maintained in
accordance with section 511.1 through 511.6, and referred to as fire lanes in this ordinance.
511.2 Purpose. The requirement that Fire Lanes be established in certain parking areas and
the enforcement of restrictions on parking in such Fire Lanes established in this Chapter are
designed to ensure adequate access to commercial, office, multi-family, and other high density
use facilities by fire-fighting and other emergency vehicles.
511.3. Designation. The Fire Code Official may designate fire lanes on private and public
property as deemed necessary for the protection of life and property.
511.4 Obstruction. No person shall park or place a vehicle or other obstruction in a designated
fire lane that would prevent such fire lane from being immediately accessible to emergency
vehicles, or deter or hinder emergency vehicles from gaining immediate access to the fire lane.
A written request to the jurisdictional Fire Code Official for temporary obstruction of a fire
lane shall be submitted for approval.
511.5 Signs and markings. Wherever a fire lane has been designated, the Code Official shall
cause appropriate signs and markings to be placed identifying such fire lanes. Signs or
markings shall be maintained in a clean and legible condition at all times and shall be replaced
or repaired when necessary to provide adequate visibility. Fire lanes may be established or
relocated at the time of plan review, pre-construction site inspection, and/or post construction
site inspection, as well as any time during the life of the occupancy as needed to provide and
maintain emergency vehicle access. All designated fire lanes shall be clearly marked in the
following manner:
Vertical curbs shall be painted red on the top and side, extending the length of the designated
fire lane. Rolled curbs or surfaces without curbs shall have a red (6) inch wide stripe painted
the length of the designated fire lane. One of the following identification lettering methods
shall be utilized:
1.The words “NO PARKING – FIRE LANE (Except for Emergency Vehicles)”
shall be stenciled with three (3) inch white letters and a minimum three – quarter
(¾) inch stroke on the face of the curbing, or in the absence of vertical curbing,
on the red stripe, and spaced at fifty (50) foot intervals or portions thereof, or
2.The pavement adjacent to the painted curbs shall be marked with minimum
eighteen (18) inch in height block lettering with a minimum three (3) inch brush
stroke reading: “NO PARKING - FIRE LANE.” Lettering shall be red and spaced
at fifty (50) foot intervals or portions thereof.
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Signage identifying fire lanes shall conform to the following: Fire lane signs shall be 18
inches tall x 12 inches wide with red letters on a white reflective background to read “Fire
Lane No Parking Except For Emergency Vehicles” or similar verbiage as approved by the
code official. Fire lane signs shall be placed 2 - 4 feet from the edge of the Fire Lane. The
bottom of fire lane signs shall be between five (5) and seven (7) feet from the ground.
Intermediate fire lane signs shall be set every one hundred (100) feet in a continuous fire
lane. The BEGINS sign shall mark the beginning of a fire lane and shall be mounted below
the first fire lane sign. The ENDS sign shall mark the ending of a fire lane and shall be
mounted below the last fire lane sign. The BEGINS and ENDS signage may be omitted by
the Code Official due to the location of the fire lane. Signs may be placed on a building
when approved by the Fire Code Official.
Section 511.6 Maintenance. The owner, manager, or person in charge of any property upon
which designated fire lanes have been established shall provide marking as required above
and, shall maintain fire lanes at their expense as often as needed to clearly identify the
designated area as being a fire lane.
Z.Delete Code Section: IFC 605.12.4 Item #5 “By other approved means.” Do not replace
with any other additional language.
AA.Modify Code Section IFC 705.2.4 and replace with and add the following language:
705.2.4 Door Operation. Swinging fire doors shall close from the full open position and
latch automatically. The door closer shall:
1.Exert enough force to close and latch the door from any partially open
position.
2.Be UL listed and of hydraulic type, spring type shall not be allowed.
BB.Delete Code Section: IFC 806.1.1 Exception #2 “Trees shall be allowed within dwelling
units in Group R-2 occupancies.” Do not replace with any other additional language.
CC.Insert New Code Section: IFC 901.4.6.1.1 (correlation: IBC 902.1.1.1) Insert the
following language:
901.4.6.1.1 Fire Sprinkler Riser Room. A fire sprinkler riser room shall be separated from the
electrical room. The riser room shall have no electrical panels, devices, or apparatus inside the
room other than the outlets or support equipment (lighting, air compressor, and heater)
required for the use of the fire sprinkler system and/or the fire alarm panel. The sprinkler riser
room shall not be exclusively accessed from the electrical room, but the electrical room may
be accessed from the fire riser room.
DD.Insert New Code Section: IFC 901.4.6.5 (correlation IBC 902.1.5) Insert the following
language:
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901.4.6.5 Temperature Sensors. Provide a low temperature sensor in the fire sprinkler
riser room. Low Temperature Sensor shall be monitored to prevent freezing.
EE.Modify Code Section IFC 901.6.2 and replace with the following language:
901.6.3 Records. Records of all system inspections, tests and maintenance required by the
referenced standards shall be maintained and submitted in accordance with Section 107.3.
FF.Modify Code Section: IFC 903.2 (correlation: IBC 903.2) Replace with and add the
following language:
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 903.2.12
1.An approved automatic fire extinguishing system is required if the gross square
footage of a building is equal to or greater than described in Sections 903.2.1
through 903.2.12.
2.The square footage used for calculating total "gross square footage" of a building
or structure shall be measured using the outside dimensions of the total building
or structure to include attached or detached buildings or structures.
3.To exempt detached buildings or structures from the total gross square footage
from meeting the requirements to have fire sprinklers systems installed, the
buildings or structures per legal lot or contiguous lots under common ownership,
must be separated by twenty feet (20') and have 1-hour rated exterior walls on
both buildings or structures so as not to have the combined total of their gross
square footage applied to this section of the code.
4.For the purposes of section 903.2, "Fire separations” shall not be permitted to
reduce the total gross square footage of a building or area for the purpose of
calculating the fire sprinkler square footage requirements.
5.For the purposes of section 903.2, "story" shall be defined as any level of a
structure, whether above or below grade capable of occupancy.
6.Additions to buildings or structures shall comply with all of the requirements of
section 903.2 of this code for new buildings or structures. The entire building or
structure, existing and proposed additions, shall comply with all of the
requirements of the fire sprinkler section 903.2 of the fire code for new buildings
and structures, when the total of all the additions to the building or structure made
exceeds twenty-five (25) percent of the gross area of the building or structure.
7.When a building is used for more than one occupancy purpose or use, the entire
building shall meet the requirements of the fire sprinkler section 903.2 of the Fire
Code based on the requirements for the most restrictive occupancy group as
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defined in Chapter2 of the 2015 International Fire Code.
Exceptions: Spaces or areas in telecommunications buildings used exclusively for
telecommunications equipment, associated electrical power distribution equipment, batteries
and standby engines, provided those spaces or areas are equipped throughout with an
automatic smoke detection system in accordance with Section 907.2 and are separate from
the remainder of the building by not less than 1-hour fire barriers constructed in accordance
with Section 707 of the International Building Code or not less than 2-hour horizontal
assemblies constructed in accordance with Section 711 of the International Building Code,
or both.
GG.Delete Code Section: IFC 903.2.1.1 (correlation: IBC 903.2.1.1) Replace with the
following language:
Group A-1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout stories containing
Group A-1 occupancies and throughout all stories from the Group A-1 occupancy to and
including the levels of exit discharge serving that occupancy where one of the following
conditions exists:
1.The gross square footage exceeds 6,000 (1115 m2).
2.The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.
3.The fire area is located on a floor other than a level of exit discharge serving such
occupancies.
4.The fire area contains a multiple-theater complex.
HH.Delete Code Section: IFC 903.2.1.2 (correlation: IBC 903.2.1.2) Replace with the
following language:
Group A-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout stories containing
Group A-2 occupancies and throughout all stories from the Group A-2 occupancy to and
including the levels of exit discharge serving that occupancy where one of the following
conditions exists:
1.The occupant load of 50 or more.
2.The fire area is located on a floor other than a level of exit discharge serving such
occupancies.
II.Delete Code Section: IFC 903.2.1.3 (correlation: IBC 903.2.1.3) Replace with the following
language:
Group A-3. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout stories containing
Group A-3 occupancies and throughout all stories from the Group A-3 occupancy to and
including the levels of exit discharge serving that occupancy where one of the following
conditions exists:
1.The gross square footage exceeds 6,000 square feet (1115 m2).
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2.The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.
3.The fire area is located on a floor other than a level of exit discharge serving such
occupancies.
JJ.Delete Code Section: IFC 903.2.1.4 (correlation: IBC 903.2.1.4) Replace with the following
language:
Group A-4. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout stories containing
Group A-4 occupancies and throughout all stories from the Group A-4 occupancy to and
including the levels of exit discharge serving that occupancy where one of the following
conditions exists:
1.The gross square footage exceeds 6,000 square feet (1115 m2).
2.The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.
3.The fire area is located on a floor other than a level of exit discharge serving such
occupancies.
KK.Delete Code Section: IFC 903.2.2 (correlation: IBC 903.2.2) Replace with the following
language:
903.2.2 Group B. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings
containing a Group B occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:
1.The gross square footage exceeds 6,000 square feet (557.5 m2).
2.A Group B fire area is located more than three stories above grade plane.
LL.Insert Code Section: IFC 903.2.2.1 (correlation: IBC 903.2.2.1) Insert the following
language:
903.2.2.1 Ambulatory care facilities. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed
throughout the entire floor containing an ambulatory care facility where either of the following
conditions exist at any time:
1.Four or more care recipients are incapable of self-preservation.
2.One or more care recipients that are incapable of self-preservation are located at
other than the level of exit discharge serving such a facility.
In buildings where ambulatory care is provided on levels other than the level of exit discharge,
an automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout the entire floor as well as all floors
below where such care is provided, and all floors between the level of ambulatory care and
the nearest level of exit discharge, the level of exit discharge, and all floors below the level of
exit discharge.
Exception: Floors classified as an open parking garage are not required to be sprinklered.
MM.Delete Code Section: IFC 903.2.3 (correlation: IBC 903.2.3) Replace with the following
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language:
Group E. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group E occupancies.
NN.Delete Code Section: IFC 903.2.4 (correlation: IBC 903.2.4) Replace with the following
language:
Group F-1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings
containing a Group F-1 occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:
1.The gross square footage exceeds 6,000 square feet (557.5 m2).
2.A Group F-1 fire area is located more than three stories above grade plane.
3.A Group F-1 occupancy used for the manufacture of upholstered furniture or
mattresses exceeds 2,500 square feet (232 m2).
OO.Delete Code Section: IFC 903.2.7 (correlation: IBC 903.2.7) Replace with the following
language:
903.2.7 Group M. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings
containing a Group M occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:
1.The gross square footage exceeds 6,000 square feet (557.5 m2).
2.A Group M fire area is located more than three stories above grade plane.
3.A Group M occupancy used for the display and sale of upholstered furniture or
mattresses exceeds 5,000 square feet (464 m2).
PP.Delete Code Section: IFC 903.2.9 (correlation: IBC 903.2.7) Replace with the following
language:
903.2.9 Group S-1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings
containing a Group S-1 occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:
1.The gross square footage exceeds 6,000 square feet (557.5 m2).
2.A Group S-1 fire area is located more than three stories above grade plane.
3.A Group S-1 fire area used for the storage of commercial motor vehicles where
the gross square footage exceeds 5,000 square feet (464 m2).
4.A Group S-1 occupancy used for the storage of upholstered furniture or
mattresses exceeds 2,500 square feet (232 m2).
QQ.Delete Code Section: IFC 903.2.9.1 (correlation: IBC 903.2.9.1) Replace with the
following language:
903.2.9.1 Repair garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all
buildings used as repair garages in accordance with Section 406.8 of the International
Building Code, as shown:
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1.The gross square footage exceeds 3,500 square feet (325 m2).
2.Buildings with repair garages servicing vehicles parked in basements.
3.A Group S-1 used for the repair of commercial motor vehicles where the gross
square footage exceeds 3,500 square feet (325 m2).
RR.Insert New Code Section IFC 903.2.10.2 (correlation: IBC 903.2.10.2)
903.2.10.2 Group S-2 all other occupancies within a Group S-2. An automatic
sprinkler system shall be provided throughout building with total gross square footage
excess 12,000 square feet.
SS.Insert New Code Section IFC 903.3.1.1.3 (correlation: IBC 903.3.1.1.3)
903.3.1.1.3 Sprinkler installed under exterior projections. A canopy covering a door
that is required to be marked as an exit shall be required to have fire sprinklers installed
outside that door if the canopy extends more than 4 feet out from the door and is 12 feet
or less in height from the ground regardless of whether the canopy is combustible or non-
combustible. Canopies that have vehicle access under them with door openings shall be
required to have fire sprinklers installed under the total canopy regardless of whether the
canopy is combustible or non-combustible.
TT.Modify Code Section IFC 903.3.1.2 (correlation: IBC 903.3.1.2) and replace with the
following language:
903.3.1.2 NFPA 13R sprinkler systems. Automatic sprinkler systems in Group R
occupancies up to and including four stories in height in buildings not exceeding 60 feet
(18288 mm) in height above grade plane shall be permitted to be installed throughout in
accordance with NFPA 13R. Attics shall be protected throughout with an automatic
sprinkler system installed in accordance with NFPA 13.
UU.Modify Code Section: IFC 903.2.11.1.3 (correlation: IBC 903.2.11.1.3) Replace with the
following language:
903.2.11.1.3 Basements. Where any portion of a basement is located more than 75 feet (22
860 mm) from openings required by Section 903.2.11.1, the basement shall be equipped
throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system.
VV.Modify Code Section: IFC 903.4.2 (correlation: IBC 903.4.2) Replace with the following
language:
903.4.2 Alarms. An approved weather proof audible device suitable for outdoor use with
110 candela visual signal shall be connected to every automatic sprinkler system. Such
sprinkler water-flow alarm devices shall be activated by water flow equivalent to the flow of
a single sprinkler of the smallest orifice size installed in the system. Alarm devices shall be
provided on the exterior of the building in an approved location. Where a fire alarm system
is installed, actuation of the automatic sprinkler system shall actuate the building fire alarm
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system.
WW.Insert Code Section: IFC 905.3.9 (correlation: IBC 905.3.9) Insert the following
language:
905.3.9 Building Footprint and Access. Where the most remote portion of a floor or story is
more than 400 feet from a hose connection or fire department access road the fire code official
is authorized to require standpipes to be provided in approved locations. Class I manual
standpipes shall be allowed.
XX.Insert Code Section: IFC 907.1.4 (correlation: IBC 907.1.4) Insert the following
language:
907.1.4 FACP (Fire Alarm Control Panels) Each building shall have no more than 1
FACP. Installation of fire alarm panel shall not exceed six feet in height measured from the
floor to the top of the unit.
Exception: Suppression system releasing panels are not required to meet the height
requirement or the limitation in the number of panels.
YY.Modify Code Section IFC 907.2 (correlation: IBC 907.2) and replace with the following
language:
907.2 Where required—new buildings and structures. An approved fire alarm system
installed in accordance with the provisions of this code and NFPA 72 shall be provided in
new buildings and structures in accordance with Sections 907.2.1 through 907.2.23 or when
the gross square footage of a building is equal to or greater than the area as specified in
sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.11 inclusive, which shall be more restrictive and provide
occupant notification in accordance with Section 907.5, unless other requirements are
provided by another section of this code.
Not fewer than one manual fire alarm box shall be provided in an approved location to
initiate a fire alarm signal for fire alarm systems employing automatic fire detectors or water
flow detection devices. Where other sections of this code allow elimination of fire alarm
boxes due to sprinklers, a single fire alarm box shall be installed. Manual fire alarm pull
boxes "pull stations" shall be required where deemed necessary by the code official.
Where corridors and/or hallways are designed as the path of egress and are protected by fire
sprinkler systems, they shall also be protected by smoke detection. Smoke detection shall be
of the photo electric type or as approved by the Code Official.
Exceptions:
1.The manual fire alarm box is not required for fire alarm systems dedicated to
elevator recall control and supervisory service.
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2.The manual fire alarm box is not required for Group R-2 occupancies unless
required by the fire code official to provide a means for fire watch personnel to
initiate an alarm during a sprinkler system impairment event. Where provided, the
manual fire alarm box shall not be located in an area that is accessible to the public.
ZZ.907.2.10.2 Automatic smoke detection system. An automatic smoke detection system that
activates the occupant notification system in accordance with Section 907.5 shall be installed
in corridors, waiting areas open to corridors and habitable spaces other than sleeping units
and kitchens. Exceptions: 1. Smoke detection in habitable spaces is not required where the
facility is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance
with Section 903.3.1.1. 2. An automatic smoke detection system is not required in buildings
that do not have interior corridors serving sleeping units and where each sleeping unit has a
means of egress door opening directly to an exit or to an exterior exit access that leads
directly to an exit. 907.2.10.3 Smoke alarms. Single- and multiple-station smoke alarms shall
be installed in accordance with Section 907.2.11.
AAA.Modify Code Section IFC 907.2.11 and replace with the following language:
907.2.11 Single- and multiple-station smoke alarms. Listed single- and multiple-station
smoke alarms complying with UL 217 shall be installed in accordance with sections
907.2.11.1 through 907.2.11.6 and NFPA 72. Smoke alarms provided as part of the building
fire alarm system and shall comply with the following:
The fire alarm system shall comply with all applicable requirements in Section 907.
Activation of a smoke alarm in a dwelling unit or sleeping unit shall initiate alarm notification
in dwelling unit or sleeping unit in accordance with section 907.5.2
Activation of a smoke alarm in a dwelling unit or sleeping unit shall not activate alarm
notification appliance outside the dwelling unit or sleeping unit, provided that a supervisory
signal is generated and monitored in accordance with section 907.6.6.
BBB.Modify Code Section IFC 907.6.3 (correlation: IBC 907.6.3) and replace with the
following language:
907.6.3 Initiating device identification. The fire alarm system shall identify the specific
initiating device address, location, device type, and floor level where applicable and status
including indication of normal, alarm, trouble and supervisory status, as appropriate.
Exceptions:
Special initiating devices that do not support individual device identification.
Fire alarm systems or devices that are replacing existing equipment that does not support
individual device identification.
CCC.Modify Code Section: IFC 907.6.6 (correlation: IBC 907.6.6) Replace with the following
language:
Monitoring. Fire alarm systems required by this chapter or by the International Building Code
shall be monitored by a central station approved and listed under UL 827 in accordance with
NFPA 72.
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Exception: Monitoring station is not required for Automatic sprinkler and fire alarm systems
in one- and two- family dwellings.
DDD.Modify Code Section: IFC 910.2.1 (correlation: IBC 910.2.1) Replace with the following
language:
910.2.1 Group F-1 or S-1. Smoke and heat vents installed in accordance with Section
910.3 or a mechanical smoke removal system installed in accordance with Section 910.4
shall be installed in buildings and portions thereof used as a Group F-1 or S-1 occupancy
having more than 30,000 square feet (2787 m2) of undivided area. In occupied portions of a
building equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with
903.3.1.1, where the upper surface of the story is not a roof assembly, a mechanical smoke
removal system in accordance with Section 910.4 shall be installed.
Exception: Group S-1 aircraft repair hangars.
EEE.Modify Code Section: IFC 1008.3.3 (correlation: IBC 1008.3.3) Replace with the
following language:
1008.3.3 Rooms and spaces. In the event of a power supply failure, an emergency electrical
system shall automatically illuminate all of the following areas:
1.Electrical equipment rooms
2.Fire command centers
3.Fire pump rooms
4.Generator rooms
5.Public restrooms that contain more than one water closet/urinal or that are
accessible
6.Meeting/conference rooms with an area greater than 400 square feet.
7.Classrooms in an E occupancy with an area greater than 400 square feet.
FFF.Modify Code Section: IFC 1009.2 (correlation: IBC 1009.2) Insert item # 11 with the
following language:
11. Components of exterior walking surfaces shall be concrete, asphalt, or other
approved hard surface.
GGG.Add Code Section: IFC 1010.1.6.1 (correlation: IBC 1010.1.6.1) Insert the following
language:
1010.1.6.1 Frost Protection. Landings required by Section 1010.1.5 to be at the same
elevation on each side of the door exterior landings at doors shall be provided with frost
protection.
HHH.Modify Code Section: IFC 1010.1.9.1 (correlation: IBC 1010.1.9.1) Replace with the
following language:
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1010.1.9.1 Hardware. Door handles, pulls, latches, locks and other operating devices on
doors required to be accessible by Chapter 11 of the International Building Code shall not
require tight grasping, tight pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate. This includes thumb
turn locks.
III.Insert Code Section: IFC 1013.1.1 (correlation: IBC 1013.1.1) Language:
1013.1. 1 Additional Exit Signs. Exit signs may be required at the discretion of the Code
Official to clarify an exit or exit access.
JJJ.Modify Code Section: IFC 1014.4 (correlation: IBC 1014.4) Insert item # 6 with the
following language:
Handrails within a dwelling unit or serving an individual dwelling unit of groups R-2 and R-
3 shall be permitted to be interrupted at one location in a straight stair when the rail
terminates into a wall or ledge and is offset and immediately continues.
KKK.Add Code Section: IFC 1015.9 (correlation: IBC 1015.9) Insert the following language:
1015.9 Walking surfaces. A guard shall be provided along retaining walls where a finished
walking surface such as sidewalks, patios, driveways and parking lots or similar is located on
the top side of a retaining wall. The guard shall be installed along any portion of the wall
measuring 30 inches or greater in height measured at any point within 36 inches horizontally
to the edge of the open side. A guard shall not be required along portions of the retaining wall
where the horizontal distance between the edge of the finished walking surface and the face
of the wall is greater than 72 inches.
LLL.Insert Code Section: IFC 1028.5.1 (correlation: IBC 1028.5.1) Insert the following
language:
1028.5.1 Hard Surfaces. Components of exterior walking surfaces shall be concrete, asphalt,
or other approved hard surface.
MMM.Insert Code Section: IFC 1030.4.3 (correlation: IBC 1030.4.3) Insert the following
language:
1030.4.3 Window wells drainage. All window wells shall be provided with approved
drainage.
NNN.Insert New Code Section: IFC Section 1107.1 Insert the following language:
SECTION 1107 REQUIREMENTS FOR FUEL FIRED APPLIANCES
1107.1 Protection of Fuel Fired Appliances. Where required or upon notification from the
fire code official an existing building or tenant space containing a fuel fired appliance(s) shall
be protected with 1 hour rated construction enclosure or a limited area sprinkler system
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complying with Section 903.3.8.
Exception: Buildings protected by an approved automatic fire sprinkler system complying
with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2.
OOO.Insert New Code Section: IFC Section 1107.2 Insert the following language:
1107.2 CSST Bonding Requirements in Rental Dwellings. All rental dwellings shall be
bonded in accordance with sections 310.2.1 through 310.2.5 of the International Fuel Gas
Code, unless deemed technically infeasible by the Code Official.
PPP.Insert New Code Section: IFC Section 1107.3 Insert the following language:
1107.3 CSST Bonding Requirements for Alterations, Repairs, or Additions. For other
than rental dwelling units, where alterations, repairs or additions requiring a permit to occur,
CSST shall be bonded in accordance with sections 310.2.1 through 310.2.5 of the
International Fuel Gas Code, unless deemed technically infeasible by the Code Official.
QQQ.Insert New Code Section: IFC 1203.7 Insert the following language:
Section 1203.7 Shutdown of Emergency and Standby Power Systems. In addition to the
requirements of NFPA 110 for a remote manual stop, a switch of an approved type shall be
provided to shut down the generator. The switch shall be provided at an approved location.
RRR.Insert New Code Section: IFC 1203.8 Insert the following language:
Section 1203.8 Emergency Generator Signs. Main electrical disconnects and main breaker
panels supplied by the generator shall be provided with approved signs.
Additionally, doors accessing emergency and standby power systems shall be provided with
approved signs. When approved switches for emergency power shut-down are located remote
from the fire alarm annunciator, an approved sign shall be provided at fire alarm annunciator.
Approved signs shall contain the word CAUTION in black letters at least 2 inches (50 mm)
high on a yellow background. Such warning signs shall be placed so as to be readily
discernible.
SSS.Insert New section 3103.3.1.1
3103.3.1.1 Temporary special amusement buildings. Where the special amusement
building is temporary, the sprinkler water supply shall be of an approved temporary means.
The sprinkler piping shall be connected to a temporary water supply having sufficient capacity
(flow and pressure) to supply residential or standard quick spray response sprinkler heads at a
minimum design density of 0.15 gpm (.57 LPM) per square foot of protected floor area. The
design shall be based on flowing the six most hydraulically remote sprinkler heads. Should
the temporary amusement building contain less than six heads, the design shall assume that all
heads are flowing simultaneously.
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The temporary water supply may be connected to a domestic water line, a fire line, or
temporary on-site storage tank as long as the minimum design densities are met. An
indicating type control valve shall be installed in an accessible location between the
sprinkler system and the connection to the water supply.
TTT.Insert New Section 3106.3.1
3106.3.3 Occupancy and means of egress. The number and location of emergency egress
and escape routes shall be approved by the fire code official. Exits shall comply with Chapter
10 and be as remote from each other as practical and shall be provided as follows:
Occupant Load Minimum Number of Exits
1 to 500 2
501 to 1,000 3
1,001 or 1,500 4
each additional 500
persons
36 additional inches of exit
width
3106.3.4 Width. The aggregate clear width of exits shall be a minimum of 36 inches wide
(914mm) for each 500 persons to be accommodated.
3106.3.5 Signs. Exits shall be identified with signs that read “EXIT”. The signs shall be
weather-resistant with lettering on a contrasting background. The lettering shall be of
sufficient height and brush stroke to be immediately visible from 75 feet (22,860mm).
Placement of the exit signs shall be approved by the fire code official.
UUU.Insert New Code Section 3106.8
3106.8 Temporary water stations. When outdoor temperatures are expected to exceed 90oF
(35oC), the event sponsor shall provide and maintain a minimum of one staffed water station
for each 1,000-projected attendance. The water
VVV.Insert New Code Section 3107.12.3.1
3107.12.3.1 Public isolation. Cooking appliances or devices shall be isolated from the
public by not less than 4 feet (1219 mm) or by a non-combustible 3-sided barrier
between the equipment and devices and the public.
WWW.Insert New Code Section 3107.12.4.1
3107.12.4.1 Protection. Single-well cooking equipment using combustible oils or
solids shall meet the following:
1)A noncombustible lid shall be immediately available. The lid shall be of
sufficient size to cover the cooking well completely.
2)The cooking surface shall not exceed 288 square inches (18,580mm).
3)The equipment shall be placed on a noncombustible surface.
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4)The equipment shall be separated from each other by a horizontal distance of
not less than 2 feet (609mm).
XXX.Insert New Code Section 3107.20
3107.20 Concession stands, food booths, and retail booths. Concession stands, food
booths and retail booths shall be a minimum of 20 feet (6096mm) shall be provided between
every 150 linear feet (45,720mm) of booth space. A minimum of 30 feet (9144mm) shall be
provided between booths used for cooking and the vehicles, generators, or any other internal
combustion engines. A minimum of 30 feet (9144 mm) shall be provided between booths
used for cooking and amusement rides or devices
YYY.Insert New Code Section 3107.17.3
3107.17.3 Assistance. Adult monitors with flashlights shall be available to provide
assistance in the event someone becomes lost or disoriented. One adult monitor shall be
provided for every 60 persons.
ZZZ.Insert New Code Section 3108
Section 3108 MAZES
3108.1 General. Mazes including, but not limited to corn stalk or hedge mazes, shall be in
accordance with Section 3808.
3108.1.2 Safe refuge areas. Safe refuge areas shall be established outside of the maze or
building and structure, and shall not be closer than 50 feet (15240mm).
3108.1.3 Paths. Paths throughout the maze shall be a minimum of 36 inches (914mm) in
width and shall be clear and unobstructed width.
3108.1.4 Separation. A minimum of 20 feet (6096mm) shall be provided between
mazes and buildings and structures. The 20-foot (6096mm) clearance shall be free
from vegetation and obstructions.
3108.1.5 Means of egress. Each exit shall be a minimum of 6 feet (1828mm) wide.
3108.1.5.1 Travel distance. The maximum travel distance to reach an exit access shall
not exceed 75 feet (22,860mm). The travel distance shall be determined by using the
maze path.
3108.1.5.2 Number. The travel distance required to reach an exit access shall
determine the number of exits required. Locking devices shall remain unlocked on
exits when the maze is occupied.
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3108.1.5.3 Exit signs. Exit signs shall be provided next to or above each exit. The lettering
shall be a minimum of 12 inches (305mm) high with 2-inch (51mm) brushstroke. The signs
shall read EXIT with lettering in a color contrasting to the sign’s background.
3108.2 Event plans. The following plans shall be submitted to the fire code official.
3108.2.1 General fire safety plan. The plan shall include, but not be limited to procedures
that shall be used to prevent over-drying of vegetation throughout the site, documentation of
decorative materials flame-retardancy, the maximum number of attendees.
3108.2.2 Security plan. The plan shall document who shall provide security (e.g., off-duty
police officers, sheriff’s posse and employees). All security personnel shall be provided with
a 2-way radio and flashlight.
3108.2.3 Evacuation plans. The plan shall document the responsibilities of all on-site
employees. The plan shall also document how attendees will be evacuated, and where they
will be evacuated.
3108.2.4 Maze rules. Maze rules shall be posted at maze entrance.
3108.3 Employee responsibilities. Each employee shall be familiar with the evacuation
plan and with fire extinguisher locations. Documentation of training shall be provided to
the fire code official.
3108.3.1 Guides. An employee shall be responsible for guiding a group of not more than 14
attendees through the maze. Each employee shall be provided with a minimum of one
flashlight and two-way radio. The employees shall be responsible for detecting and reporting
fire or smoke to a competent person posted at the maze main entrance and begin evacuation
procedures.
3108.3.2 Main entrance employee. Each maze shall be manned by an employee at the
entrance. The employee shall be capable of communicating with the employees and shall be
provided with a cellular telephone. When the main entrance employee receives a report of
smoke, fire or injury, the employee shall immediately call 9-1-1.
3108.4 Watering. Corn stalk and hedge mazes shall be provided with sufficient water and at
a frequency that prevents the vegetation from becoming dry or brittle. Failure to comply
with this provision is an imminent hazard and the fire code official shall issue a stop order.
3108.5 Buildings and structures. When buildings and structures are intended to be
occupied by attendees, the building and structure shall comply with Section 3105.
AAAA.Insert New Code Section: IFC Section 3202 Insert the following language:
Section 3202
Definitions
3202.1 Definitions.
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The following terms are defined in Chapter 2:
SPECULATIVE BUILDING. A Group S, F or M occupancy having an interior clear height
greater than 12 feet (3657 mm) where high-piled storage may accrue and the client leasing or the
occupant owner does not know the commodity that will be stored or the method of storage.
3206.2.2 Speculative building. Group S, F and M speculative buildings that have an interior
clear height greater than 12 feet where high piled storage may accrue shall comply with this
chapter.
3206.4.2 Sprinkler design
3206.4.2.1 General. The design of automatic sprinkler systems for the protection of Group
M and S occupancies containing high-piled storage or high-challenge commodities over an
area equal to or greater than 2,500 ft.² (232 m2) and designed for the protection of hazardous
materials stored more than one pallet high in Group M, S or H occupancies, shall be in
accordance with this section. This section does not apply to miscellaneous storage within the
scope of NFPA 13.
3206.4.2.2 Requirements for all plan submittals. See Section 903.1.9 and 3201.3 for plan
submittal requirements.
3206.4.2.3 Minimum design requirements for speculative warehouses. The design of the
automatic sprinkler system for speculative warehouses shall be based on storage of a cartoned
Class A non-expanded plastic to the available storage height. The storage height shall be
determined by subtracting 48 inches (from the highest point of the roof above each system for
ESFR and 30 inches for area density applications.
3206.4.2.4 Minimum requirements for client leased or occupant-owned warehouses. The
design of an automatic sprinkler system for client leased or occupant owned buildings
containing high piled storage shall be based on the requirements of NFPA 13. The responsible
Fire Protection Contractor shall perform a survey of the building to determine commodity
classification, storage configuration, building height and other information related to the
development of an appropriate sprinkler system design. The Contractor shall also make
reasonable efforts to meet with the building owner or operator to understand seasonal or
customer related fluctuations to the stored commodities, storage height, and configuration.
The sprinkler design shall be based on the most demanding requirements determined through
the on-site survey and discussions with the building owner or operator. Technical Report shall
clearly define the basis for determining the commodity and sprinkler design selection, along
with how the commodities will be isolated or separated, and the referenced design
document(s), including NFPA 13 or the current applicable Factory Mutual Data Sheets. If a
specific fire test is used as the basis of design, a copy of the fire test report shall be provided
at the time of plan review.
3206.4.2.5 Required information at plan submittal. All plans, hydraulic calculations and
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technical reports shall be submitted with the plan submittal form. The individual submitting
the design package shall ensure that all of the required information requested on the plan
submittal form is included.
3206.4.2.6 Minimum plan information requirements. In addition to the requirements of
NFPA 13, the following information shall be included in the plans or technical report.
3206.4.2.6.1 Class I-IV and Group A plastic commodities.
A.An owner’s certificate in accordance with NFPA 13. The design criteria, e.g., NFPA
13, Factory Mutual Data Sheet, or a specific fire test report.
B.A Water Supply Flow & Pressure Test Report performed within 90 days of the plan
submittal
C.The type of design, e.g., Control Mode Density/Design Area Method; Specific
Application Control Mode Method; Suppression Mode Method, including
appropriate code references.
D.A description of the stored commodities and how the commodity classification was
determined.
E.A layout of the proposed storage arrangement. If the storage is in racks, a plan and
elevation detail illustrating rack heights, flue dimensions and arrangement. This detail
is not required for speculation warehouses.
F.The aisle dimensions between each storage array.
G.If a high challenge commodity is separated using fire-resistive construction, the
boundary of the fire-resistive construction shall be illustrated.
H.A data sheet for the backflow preventer. If a data sheet is not available, the design
professional shall include a statement addressing the minimum required pressure loss.
I.A data sheet for each installed automatic sprinkler.
J.A data sheet for each pipe hanger used to hang or support the sprinkler piping.
K.If a fire pump will be installed or used, the manufacturer’s factory test curve shall be
included in the submittal.
L.A cross-section view illustrating obstructions to the ceiling sprinklers, e.g., lights,
structural members, cable trays, electrical bus ducts and HVAC ductwork.
3206.4.2.6.2 Hazardous materials. In addition to the requirements of this section, the
following information shall be included in a hazardous materials technical report.
A.A hazardous materials inventory statement
B.For flammable & combustible liquids, an analysis of the miscibility of Class I
liquids, the size and type of the packaging, the packaging materials of construction,
and if the containers have a pressure relieving mechanism.
C.For Level 2 or 3 aerosols, a statement indicating that the aerosols are cartoned or
uncartoned.
3206.4.2.7 Identification of sprinkler system capabilities and limitations. A label shall be
permanently installed at or adjacent to each sprinkler riser. When a building contains more
than four risers, the sign shall be located at an approved location inside the building. The
minimum sign dimension is 6-inches (152 mm) high by 4-inches (101 mm) wide. The sign
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shall specify the capabilities and limitations of the automatic sprinkler system. The sign shall
include the following information:
a)The design base or basis, including the edition used
b)A statement indicating if the sprinkler design is control mode density area
method, control mode specific application, suppression mode, or any combination
thereof.
c)When used, all of the storage conditions stipulated NFPA 13 for Special Designs.
d)The maximum storage height
e)The minimum required aisle width
f)If storage is in racks, the maximum rack width and minimum transverse and
longitudinal flue widths.
g)Storage Capabilities: Commodities designed to be protected by the automatic
sprinkler system
h)Limits on storage heights of idle wood and plastic storage
i)Limits on storage heights of miscellaneous Group A plastic, tire and rolled paper
storage
j)Locations where in-rack sprinklers are required
k)Locations where horizontal and/or vertical barriers are required
l)Information explaining the manufacturer, sprinkler identification number, k-
factor, and operating temperature of the overhead sprinklers protecting the high-
piled storage.
m)Fire Protection Contractor contact information
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The following example illustrates a suggested label or sign:
BBBB.Delete Code Section: IFC Section 3301.2 Replace with the following language:
3301.2 Purpose This chapter prescribes minimum safeguards for construction, alteration and
demolition operations to provide reasonable safety to life and property from fire and other
emergencies during such operations.
CCCC.Insert New Code Section: IFC Section 3310.1.1 Insert the following language:
Section 3310.1.1 Construction Site Access. Approved fire apparatus access roads shall be
provided for every facility, building or portion of a building as soon as construction
commences. The fire apparatus access road shall comply with the requirements of Section
503.2 and this section and shall extend to within 100 feet (45 720 mm) of all portions of the
facility and all portions of the exterior walls of the first story of the building as measured by
an approved route around the exterior of the building or facility.
Exception: The fire code official is authorized to increase the dimension of 100 feet (45 720
Automatic Sprinkler System Capabilities & Limitations
Stored Commodity Class I water miscible flammable liquids in 1 & 5 gallon
polyethylene containers in fiberboard cartons
Design Documents NFPA 13, 2013 edition & NFPA 30
Design Type Control Mode, Density/Area Method
Max. Storage Height 25 feet
Min. Aisle Width 8 feet
Max. Rack Width 9 feet
Flue Dimensions Longitudinal: Min. 6 inches
Transverse: Min. 3 inches
System Capabilities Class I-IV commodities, stored commodity, solid pile or
palletized Group A plastics to 12 feet; rack storage of Group
A plastics to 25 feet.
Idle Pallets 6 feet maximum storage height
Tire Storage 5 feet maximum storage height
Rolled Paper Storage 5 feet maximum storage height
In-rack Sprinklers In-rack sprinklers are required at each of 3 rack tiers
containing the stored commodity. In-rack sprinklers are
Tyco/Central FS-B, 17/32” orifice, QR 155°F element, SIN
TY0041
Horizontal Barriers Required at each rack tier containing the stored commodity
Ceiling Sprinkler Tyco ELO-231B, ¾” orifice, SR 286°F element, upright, SIN
TY0030
FP Contractor ABC Sprinkler Co. Designer: John Smith
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mm) where:
1.The building is equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system
that is fully functional and installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, 903.3.1.2
or 903.3.1.3.
2.Fire apparatus access roads cannot be installed because of location on property,
topography, waterways, nonnegotiable grades or other similar conditions, and an
approved alternative means of fire protection is provided.
DDDD.Delete Code Section: IFC Section 3311.1 Replace with the following language:
3311.1 Stairways required. Where building construction exceeds 30-feet (9.144 mm) in
height above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access, two temporary or
permanent stairways shall be provided. As construction progresses, such stairways shall
be extended to within one floor of the highest point of construction having secured
decking or flooring.
EEEE.Delete Code Section: IFC Section 3313.1 Replace with the following language:
3313.1 Where required. In buildings required to have standpipes by Section 905.3.1, not
less than one standpipe shall be provided for use during construction. Such standpipe
shall be installed prior to construction exceeding 30-feet (9.144 mm) in height above the
lowest level of fire department vehicle access. Such standpipe shall be provided with fire
department hose connections at approved locations complying with Section 3311.1. As
construction progresses, such standpipes shall be extended to within one floor of the
highest point of construction having secured decking or flooring.
FFFF.Add Exception to Code Section: IFC 5601.4 Add the following language (Exception):
Exception: Persons in charge of fireworks display or pyrotechnic special effect operations
may be less than 21 years of age if they possess a valid PGI display fireworks operator
certification or equivalent certification approved by the fire code official.
Section 5704.2.9.6.1 (geographic limits in which the storage of Class I and Class II liquids in
above- ground tanks outside of buildings is prohibited): In accordance with zoning ordinance
and approved by code official
Section 5706.2.4.4 (geographic limits in which the storage of Class I and Class II liquids in
above-ground tanks is prohibited): In accordance with zoning ordinance and approved by
code official
Section 5806.2 (geographic limits in which the storage of flammable cryogenic fluids in
stationary containers is prohibited): In accordance with zoning ordinance and approved by
code official
Section 6104.2 (geographic limits in which the storage of liquefied petroleum gas is
restricted for the protection of heavily populated or congested areas): In accordance with
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zoning ordinance and approved by code official
GGGG.Delete Code Section: IFC Section 6104.2 Replace with the following language:
6104.2 Maximum capacity within established limits. Within the limits established by law
restricting the storage of liquefied petroleum gas for the protection of heavily populated or
congested areas, the installation of liquefied petroleum gas shall be prohibited unless
specifically approved by the fire code official, and in that case the aggregate capacity of any
one installation shall not exceed a water capacity of 1,000 gallons (3785 L) (see Section 3 of
the Sample Legislation for Adoption of the International Fire Code on page xxi).
Exception: Containers shall not exceed a water capacity of 20 gallons, must be located outside
of the building, and used for cooking purposes only.
HHHH.Insert Code Section: IFC 6104.3.3 Insert the following language:
6104.3.3 LP Gas Containers in Group R Occupancies. LP Gas shall not be stored or used
inside of a building.
IIII.Add Code Section: IFC D104.5 Add the following language:
D104.5 Fire Department Access Points. A minimum of two means of Approved fire
apparatus access points shall be provided for every facility, building or portion of a building
hereafter constructed or moved into or within the jurisdiction. Access points shall have a
minimum clear width of 20 feet and shall support an imposed load of 75,000 lbs.
Exceptions: When alternative fire and life safety measures have been implemented, the
number of required access points may be reduced to one.
JJJJ.Add Code Section: IFC D104.5.1 Add the following language:
D104.5.1 Remoteness. Where two fire apparatus access points are required, they shall be
placed a distance apart equal to not less than one half of the length of the maximum overall
diagonal dimension of the lot or area to be served, measured in a straight line between
accesses.
Exceptions: When alternative fire and life safety measures have been implemented, the
distance between required access points may be reduced to a distance not less than one
quarter of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension.
KKKK.Delete Code Section: IFC D105.3 Replace with the following language:
D105.3 Proximity to building. At least one of the required access routes meeting this
condition shall be positioned along a total of ¼ of the building perimeter and located within
the minimum and a maximum dictated by the table below, Table D105.3. The arrangement
of the aerial fire apparatus access road shall be approved by the fire code official and may be
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discontinuous with approval.
Building Height (ft) Distance from Building (ft)
Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum
30 40 15 50
40 50 15 40
50 N/A 15 30
LLLL.Delete Code Section: IFC D107.1 Exception #2 Replace with the following language:
2. The number of dwelling units on a single fire apparatus access road shall
not be increased unless alternative fire and life safety measures have been
provided, as determined by the fire code official. When alternative fire and life
safety measures have been implemented, at no time shall the number of dwelling
units on a single fire apparatus access road exceed 60 units.
MMMM.Insert New Code Section N104.2.1
N104.2.1 Materials. Shall be one of the following:
1.Noncombustible or limited-combustible materials.
2.Wood that is greater than 1/4-inch (6mm) nominal thickness
3.Wood 1/4-inch (6mm) nominal thickness or less that is pressure-treated fire-retardant
wood meeting the requirements of NFPA 703, Standard for Fire Retardant
Impregnated Wood and Fire Retardant Coatings for Building Materials. The product
shall be marked or labeled by the manufacturer. The product shall not be painted or
similarly modified until the material has been inspected and the marking or labeling
verified, or provide documentation acceptable to the fire code official.
NNNN.Insert New Code Section N107.2.1
N107.2.1 Storage of combustible materials quantity. Combustible materials shall be
limited to a one-day supply
OOOO.Insert New Code Section N107.2.2
N107.2.2 Location. Storage of combustible materials behind exhibits, booths, or tents is
prohibited. Combustible materials, including but not limited to wood crates, paper and
cardboard boxes, shall be stored outside the building in an approved area or in a storeroom
having a fire-resistance rating of at least one hour and protected by an approved automatic
fire-extinguishing system
PPPP.Insert New Code Section N108.2.1
N108.2.1 Travel distance. The maximum travel distance from any point in an exhibit to an
exit access aisle shall not exceed 50 feet (15240mm).
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QQQQ. Insert New Code Section N108.3.1
N108.3.1 Aisle width. Minimum aisle width inside a trade show or exhibition shall comply
with the following:
Square Footage of Trade Show or Exhibition Minimum Aisle Width
Greater than 15,000 square feet (1393m2) 10 feet (3048mm)
5,000 square feet (465 square meters) to 15,000 square feet (1393m2) 8 feet (2438mm)
Less than 5,000 square feet (465 m2) 6 feet (1829mm)
July 20, 1992 – Ordinance 2158
(repealed and replaced in entirety) March 16, 1998 – Ordinance 2243
(repealed and replaced in entirety) April 19, 2004 – Ordinance 2467
(repealed and replaced in entirety) July 16, 2012 – Ordinance 2714
July 21, 2014 – Ordinance 2766
(repealed and replaced in entirety) May 1, 2017 – Ordinance 2843
March 5, 2018 – Ordinance 2877
(repealed and replaced in entirety) December 21, 2020 – Ordinance 2978