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RESOLUTION NO. 95-79
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF GILROY ADOPTING THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL
CODE 1993 EDITION, AND THE 1994 EDITIONS OF
THE UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE CODE, UNIFORM
BUILDING CODE, UNIFORM FIRE CODE, UNIFORM
HOUSING CODE, UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE, AND THE
UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE, WITH CERTAIN
AMENDMENTS.
WHEREAS, Sections 6.1 and 10.9 of the Gilroy Code provide
that the latest edition of the Uniform Construction Codes shall be
submitted to the city Council for adoption by resolution; and
WHEREAS, the latest editions of the Uniform construction
Codes are the 1993 National Electrical Code, and the 1994 editions
of the Uniform Administrative Code, Uniform Building Code, Uniform
Fire Code, Uniform Housing Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, and the
Uniform plumbing Code; and,
WHEREAS, California has adopted these Codes as the
California Building Standards Code; and,
WHEREAS, the California Building Standards Code does not
limit the authority of the City to adopt amendments to these Codes
if reasonably necessary due to local climatic, geological and
topographical conditions; and,
WHEREAS, the Silicon Valley area, which includes this
City, is within a very active seismic area and local soil
conditions can be highly expansive and are prone to shrink and
swell during seasonal drying and wetting; and
WHEREAS, portions of the city are in hillside areas that
are hazardous fire areas that have only limited fire suppression
forces and facilities available for the protection of life and
property; and,
WHEREAS, fire protection and suppression services for
multi-family dwellings and other buildings of three stories or more
than thirty feet in height are limited and therefore require
supplemental fire suppression services such as automated systems;
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topographical
considerations
including
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WHEREAS, the ci ty has local climatic considerations
including temperatures ranging from below freezing to over one
hundred degrees, local geological considerations including the
presence of seismic activity and expansive clay soils, and local
construction that is prone to erosion; and,
WHEREAS, the city is participating in a months long
County-wide effort to make uniform amendments throughout all of the
cities in the county that share similar local climatic, geological
and topographical considerations; and
WHEREAS, this effort to standardize amendments and
streamline the Codes has enabled staff to eliminate 19 of the 59
amendments proposed to the Council during the previous 1991 code
adoption process; and
WHEREAS, City staff recommends that some amendments to
the Codes are necessary as is set forth in the report which is
attached hereto as Exhibit A and which is incorporated herein by
this reference as if set forth in full; and,
WHEREAS, a public forum to discuss the proposed adoption
of these Codes was held on October 17, 1995, and a public hearing
was held prior to the adoption of these Codes by the City Council
on November 6, 1995; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed all of the written
materials and considered all of the oral testimony presented to it
on this matter.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council that:
1. The 1993 edition of the National Electrical Code, and
the 1994 editions of the Uniform Administrative Code, Uniform
Building Code, Uniform Fire Code, Uniform Housing Code, Uniform
Mechanical Code, and the Uniform Plumbing Code, are adopted subject
to the amendments and appendices described in Exhibit A, including
any fees or charges set forth therein, and shall be effective
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within the City of Gilroy commencing on January 1, 1996.
2. The City Council hereby finds that any and all
Uniform Code amendments were reasonably necessary because of local
climatic, geological and topographical conditions as described
above and in Exhibit A.
3. The city Council hereby directs staff to include in
the record any and all documents setting forth facts and findings
for adoption of the Uniform Codes and amendments and appendices
thereto.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 6th day of November, 1995 by the
following vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: GILROY, MORALES, ROGERS, ROWLISON,
VALDEZ, GAGE
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: KLOECKER
APPROVED:
DO~!jy
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EXHIBIT "A"
The recommended amendments are in the following order:
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NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE (N.E.C.) 1
UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE CODE (U.A.e.) 1
UNIFORM BUILDING CODE (U.B.C.) 1-6
UNIFORM FIRE CODE (U.F.e.) 6-23
UNIFORM HOUSING CODE (U.H.C.) 23
UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE (U.M.e.) 23-24
UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE (U.P.C.) 24-26
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EXHIBIT "A"
AMEND ~ SECTION NO. ~
1993 NEC Article 336-4 is amended by replacing it with the following:
Type NM or NMC. Types NM and NMC cables shall not be used (I) in any dwelling or structure
exceeding three floors above grade; (2) as service-entrance cable; (3) embedded in poured concrete; or
(4) in any non-residential occupancy. For the purpose of this article, the first floor of a building shall
be that Boor that has 50 percent or more of the exterior wall surface area level with or above finished
grade. One additional level that is the first level and not designed for human habitation and used only
for vehicle parking, storage, or similar use shall be pennitted.
AMEND.lIAC SECTION NO.301.2.1 ITEM 5
Delete item 5 (Retaining Walls)
AMEND llAC SECTION NO. 304.2 & 304.3
Both sections 304.2 and 304.3 shall read "As per The City Of Gilroy comprehensive fee schedule"
AMEND llAC SECTION NO. FEE TARI.ES CHAPTER 3
Delete Tables 3-A Through 3-H
AMEND.IJ.BC SECTION 310.7 VOL #1
Single Room Occupancies (SRO) 1994 UBC Section 310.7 is deleted and replaced with the
following:
1. The SRO unit shall have a living room of not less than ISO square feet (13.9m2) of
superficial Boor area. An additional 100 square feet (9.3m2) of superficial Boor area
shall be provided for each occupant of such SRO unit in excess of two.
2. The SRO unit shall be provided with a separate closet.
3. The SRO unit may be provided with a sink, cooking appliance and remgeration
facilities, each having a clear working space of not less than 30 inches (762 mm) in
front. Light, ventilation and emergency egress conforming to this code shall be
provided.
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4. Every building shall be provided with at least one water closet. Every hotel or
subdivision thereof where both sexes are accommodated shall contain at least two
separate toilet facilities which are conspicuously identified for male and female use,
each of which contains at least one water closet.
EXCEPTION: Hotel guest rooms may have one unidentified toilet facility.
Additional water closets shall be provided on each floor for each sex at the rate of one for
every additional ten guests, or fractional part thereot: in excess of ten.
Every SRO unit shall be provided with a kitchen equipped with a kitchen sink; however, that
single room occupancy living unit facilities and single room occupancy residential hotels may
contain partial kitchen facilities so as long as a sink is provided and laundry facilities and
kitchen facilities are provided on each floor accessible from a public hallway.
Every SRO unit and every lodging house shall be provided with a bathroom equipped with
facilities consisting of a water closet, lavatory and either a bathtub or shower; however, that
single room occupancy residential hotels may contain partial bathroom facilities. If individual
bath facilities are not provided, common bath facilities must be provided as follows:
Where private water closets, lavatories and baths are not provided, there shall be provided on
each floor, for each sex, at least one water closet and lavatory and one bath, accessible from a
public hallway. Additional water closets, lavatories and baths shall be provided on each floor
for each sex at the rate of one for every additional ten guests or fractional number thereof in
excess of ten. Such facilities shall be clearly marked for "men" or "women." As an alternative,
adequate unisex facilities may be provided. Each sink, lavatory and either a bathtub or shower
shall be equipped with hot and old running water necessary for its normal operation.
When SRO units are required by state law to be accessible or adaptable, see appropriate
sections of state law for access requirements.
AMEND llBC SECTION NO.I06.2 #5 VOL. #1
Delete Section 106.2 #5 - Retaining walls not over 4' foot in height.
AMEND lrE. SECTION NO. 107 VOL #1
Delete all reference in sections 107.2 Permit Fees, 107.3 Plan Review Fees, and 107.52 Investigations
Fees, to "table I-A Building Permit Fees" and amend to read as per The City Of Gilroy
comprehensive fee schedule.
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AMEND .ImC..SECI10N NO.1609.2 VOL # 1
In addition to section 1609.2: Retaining walls shall be constructed of concrete or masonry and be
designed by a California state licensed engineer or shall conform to standards available at the building
division.
AMEND .llBC.-SECTION NO.2326.11.3 #5&7 VOL. #2
Conventional Construction Provisions (Bracing).
1994 UBC Section 2326.11.3, Items 5 & 7 are amended as follows (new language underlined):
Delete 1994 UBC Section 2326.11.3, Item 5 which allows the use of gypsum board for bracing.
Amend 1994 UBC Section 2326.11.3, Item 7 as follows:
Portland cement plaster on studs spaced 16 inches on center installed in accordance with Table No.
47-1. Limited to single story R-3 and M-l occupancies.
AMEND l!B.C SECI10N NO. 1924 VOL. #2
Minimum Slab Thickness. 1994 UBC Section 1924 is amended as folIows (new language is
underlined):
(a) General. The minimum thickness of concrete floor slabs supported directly on the
ground shall not be less than 3 1/2". The slab shal1 be reinforced with not less than six
inches by six inches ten-gauge wire mesh or an approved alternate installed at mid
height of the slab.
AMEND l!B.C SECTION NO.1806.6 VOL. #1
Delete the reference to foundation bolts not more than 6 feet apart in section 1806.6 and substitute
therefor "foundation bolts shall be spaced not more than 4 feet apart."
AMEND l!B.C SECI10N NO. 1806.1 VOL. #2
Foundations - Foundation Reinforcement. 1994 UBC Section 1806 is amended by adding the
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following at the end of the first paragraph:
A minimum of one top and one bottom continuous bars of 1/2" diameter reinforcing steel shall be
required in all continuous concrete or masonry bearing foundations.
AMEND l!BC..SECTION NO.904.2. t t VOL. #1
Section 904.2.1] Volume #1 UBC - AUTOMATIC FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS.
10 addition to the requirements of this code, an automatic sprinkler system sha11 be installed as follows:
Any building or group of buildings where in the judgement of the Fire Chief, such buildings or
group of buildings due to size, height, type of construction, location on property, or contents
of occupancy classification would exceed or severely tax the capabilities of the local Fire
Department to perform a reasonable level of rescue and fire suppression.
Regardless of area or occupancy separation walls, an automatic fire sprinkler system shall be
required for any new building 3,000 square feet or greater. Such buildings shall include, but
are not limited to:
a) All buildings three stories or thirty feet in height; or,
b) Buildings where limited access for fire apparatus does not permit
mobile unit operations of ladder companies to within fifteen (]S)
feet of openings in stories as required by the Uniform Building Code; or,
c) Buildings where limited access for fire apparatus does not permit mobile
use of pump and hose companies to reach all sides of the building
without laying more than ] 50 feet of fire hose.
d) If a fire sprinkler system is not required for purposes other than this
section, the area increases, the height and story increases and the fire
resistive substitution provided for in the Uniform Building Code may
be permitted.
e) Additions to existing buildings: this section sha11 apply to all existing buildings.
] . If the entire building area, including the addition exceeds the area
permitted by the Uniform Building Code, then the entire building
shall be sprinklered; or,
2. If the entire building area, including the addition, requires an
automatic sprinkler system by this section, but the entire building
is below the area specified in the Uniform Building Code, the
addition sha11 be equipped with an automatic fire sprinkler system.
EXCEPTION: Additions ofless than ]000 square feet need not be sprinklered unless otherwise
required.
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3. In buildings protected by an automatic sprinkler system, additions,
regardless of size, shall be protected by an automatic sprinkler system.
f) Automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be installed in all R-l and R-3
buildings over five thousand (5,000) square feet in area and all buildings
constructed in an RH (Residential Hillside) zoning district.
AMEND .llBC SECTION NO. APPENDIX CHAPTER 33 VOL. I
Whenever the word "Building Official" appears in Appendix Chapter 33 Vol. I, it shall mean "Director
of Community Development" of the City of Gilroy. Appendix. Chapter 33 shall be further amended
by adding Section 3316.3 erosion control:
a. The applicant shall submit an Interim Erosion and Sediment Control Plan. This can be
incorporated on the Grading Plan and shall include the following information:
I. Maximum surface runoff from the site as calculated using the method approved
by the Director of Community Development.
2. A delineation and brief description of the surface runoff and erosion control
measures to be implemented including but not limited to types and methods of
applying mulches to be used.
3. A delineation and brief description of vegetative measures to be taken, included
but not limited to, seeding methods, the type, location and extent of existing
and undisturbed vegetation types, and a schedule for maintenance and upkeep.
b. No improvements planned. Where an applicant does not plan to construct permanent
improvements on the site, or plans to leave portions of the site graded but unimproved,
applicant must:
1. Submit an Interim Plan designed to control runoff and erosion on the site for
the period of time during which the site, or portions thereof, remain
unimproved and:
2. Submit a request for release after the completion of grading.
c. Work Schedule: The applicant must submit a master work schedule showing the
following information:
1. Proposed grading schedule;
2. Proposed conditions of the site on each July IS, August 15, September 15, and
October 15 during which the permit is in effect;
3. Proposed schedule for installation of all interim erosion and sediment control
measures including, but not limited to, the stage of completion of erosion
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control devices and vegetative measures on each of the dates set forth in
Subsection (2);
4. Schedule for construction offinal improvements, if any;
5. Schedule for installation of pennanent erosion and sediment devices where
required.
d. Wet Season Work. (October 15 to April 15)
I. For commencement of the grading during the wet season, applicant must
provide special documentation, as required by the Director of Community
Development, showing the reasons other than financial, for the need to
commence at that time.
2. For continuation of activities, other than installation, maintenance or repair of
measures in the Interim or final plans, during the wet season, pennittee must
apply for and receive, every five (5) working days, special permission to
proceed.
3. The Director of Community Development shall grant pennission under this
subsection on the basis of weather forecasts, experience and other pertinent
factors which indicate the activity may occur without excessive erosion
occurring.
AMEND.IlB.C. SECTION NO. 3403 VOL. #1
Suspended Ceiling Upgrade. 1994 UBC Section 3403 is amended by adding a new paragraph at the
end of the Section as follows:
When a pennit is issued for alterations or repairs, the existing suspended ceiling system within the area
of alteration or repair shall comply with the lateral design requirements ofUBC Standard 25-2 Part
ill.
AMEND llEC. SECTION NO. 103.1.4
ADD SECOND PARAGRAPH TO READ: For the purpose of this section, the Board of Appeals
appointed by the City Council shal1 act as the Board of Appeals for this code.
AMEND lIl.C SECTION NO.:..ll!a
103.2.1.1. General. The chief is authorized to administer and enforce this code. For the purpose of
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this code, the chief, members of the fire department and members of the Building, Life and
Environmental Safety Division are authorized to enforce all ordinances of the jurisdiction pertaining
to......"
AMEND lJ.EC SECTION NO.: 204 - C
Chief of the Bureau of Fire Prevention shall mean the head of the Building, Life and Environmental
Safety Division. '
AMEND lJ.EC SECTION NO.: 207 - F
ADD SENTENCE TO END OF DEFINITION OF FIRE DEPARTMENT TO READ: For the
purpose of enforcing this code, fire department shall mean to include the Building, Life and
Environmental Safety Division.
AMEND lJ.EC SECTION NO.: l!WJ
Add 1003.2.9 to read: In addition to the requirements of this code, an automatic sprinkler system shall
be installed as follows:
Any building or group of buildings where in the judgement of the Fire Chief, such buildings or group
of buildings due to size, height, type of construction, location on property, contents or occupancy
classification would exceed the capabilities of the local fire department to perfonn a reasonable level
of rescue and fire suppression.
Regardless of the area or occupancy separation walls, an automatic fire sprinkler system shall be
required for any new building 3000 square feet or greater. Such buildings shall include, but not be
limited to:
a. all buildings three stories or thirty feet in height; or
b. buildings where limited access for fire apparatus does not permit mobile unit operation ofladder
companies to within fifteen (15) feet of openings in stories as required by the Unifonn Building
Code; or
c. buildings where limited access for fire companies does not pennit mobile use of pump and hose
companies to reach all sides of the building without laying more than 150 feet of fire hose.
d. If a fire sprinkler system is not required for purposes other than this section, the area increases,
the height and story increases, and the fire resistive substitution provided for in the Unifonn
Building Code may be pennitted.
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e. Additions To Existing Buildings. This section shall apply to all existing buildings.
1. If the entire building area, including the addition, exceeds the area permitted by the Unifonn
Building Code, then the entire building shall be sprinklered; or
2. If the entire building area, including the addition, requires an automatic sprinkler system by
this section, but the entire building is below the area specified by the Unifonn
Building Code, the addition shall be equipped with an automatic fire sprinkler system.
EXCEPTION: Additions ofless than 1000 square feet need not be sprinklered unless other wise required.
3. In buildings protected by an automatic sprinkler system, additions, regardless of size shall
be protected by an automatic sprinkler system.
f Automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be installed in all R-l and R -3 buildings over five
thousand (5,000) square feet in area and all buildings constructed in an RH (Residential
Hillside) zoning district.
AMEND .Ill!:; SECTION NO.: .llHM
Table 1004-A is amended to allow the Fire Chief to require standpipes in specific types of
occupancies.
Add to read: Note 8, The chief may require the installation of Class I or II standpipes when the
size or configuration of the building would not allow for the advancement offire hose lines from
the exterior of the building. The location of the Class I standpipes shall be approved by the chief
and need not comply with Section 1004.3. The locations of Class IT standpipes shall comply with
Section 1004.4.
This amendment is intended to apply to Group A occupancies with occupant load exceeding 1000
and Group I; H; B; S; M; F occupancies less than 4 stories in height but greater than 20,000 square
feet per floor.
AMEND.Ill!:; SECfION NO.: 1007
Add to read: Section 1007.2.9.3. Detector Maintenance. Every smoke detector required to be
installed under this section shall be maintained in operable condition by the owner of the dwelling
unit. The owner shall ensure that all required smoke detectors are installed and in proper working
order each time an occupant takes possession. After the occupant has taken possession of the
premises, it shall be the duty of the occupant to regularly test each smoke detector in the unit and
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notify the owner immediately, in writing, of any problem, defect, ma1function or failure of any
smoke detector. Upon being notified by the occupant that the smoke detector is not in proper
working order, the owner shall have such smoke detector repaired or replaced immediately.
AMEND lIE!:: SECTION NO.: J.OO1
Add to read: 1007.3.3.6.1.1 Monitoring of Fire Extinguishing Systems. When a fire alann system
is installed in a building, the system shall monitor all fire extinguishing systems. Activation of the
fire extinguishing system shall send an alann signal and initiate the alarm signaling devices.
AMEND..lIEC. SECTION NO.: 15m.
Add to read: 2501.18.2.1 Table side Cooking. General. The use, storage, and handling of cooking
fuels and open-flame shall be in accordance with Section 2501.18.2.1.
Add to read: 2501.18.2.1.1 Permissible Fuels. The fuels for table side cooking shall be limited to
canned heating devices, such as "Sterno-like" fuel and compressed natural gases. The use of liquid
petroleum gases or flammable liquids is not permitted by this code.
Add to read: 2501.18.2.1.2 Canned Heating Devices. The heating and cooking offood by canned
heating devices shall be in accordance with the following:
1. Combustible products or materials shall not be used in the immediate area where canned
devices are being utilized. Table coverings are permitted as long as they comply with
Section 1103.3.3.1.
2. Carts, tables and other similar equipment used in conjunction with canned heating devices
must be of adequate construction to prevent tipping or falling.
Add to read: 2501.18.2.1.3. Compressed Natural Gas. The heating and cooking offood through
the use of compressed natural gas for table side cooking shall be in accordance with the following:
1. Compressed natural gas cylinders shall not exceed 84 cubic feet in size.
2. Appliances for use with compressed gas must be approved for use with compressed
natural gas and carry the American Gas Association seal of approval or other nationally
recognized technical organization.
3. The use of compressed natural gas may be disallowed based on. but not limited to, unsafe
appliances, building conditions, seating, aisles, exiting and type of cooking.
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Add to read: 2501.l8.2.1.4 Handling and Storage of Compressed Natural Gas. The handling and
storage of compressed natural gas shall be in accordance with the following:
I. The changing of compressed gas cylinders shaI1 be done outside of the building by trained
personnel.
2. Compressed natural gas cylinders shaI1 be securely stored in a safe place outside the
kitchen area.
3. There may not be more than one compressed natural gas cylinder per table side cart in
use at any given time. At no time shaI1 the quantity of compressed natural gas in
use and storage exceed 400 cubic feet in any building.
Add to read: 2501.l8.2.1.5. Table side Cooking Carts. Table side cooking carts must be approved
for such use and be equipped with a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of2A: 10B:C.
Add to read: 2501.18.2.1.6. Portable Deep Fat Fryers. Portable deep fat fryers shall be approved
for such use. The portable deep fat fryer shaI1 be placed on a surface of substantial constIUction as
to prevent the fryer from falling over and spilling the grease. A fire extinguisher with a minimum
rating of 40B:C shall be located in the area where the deep fat fryer is being used.
AMEND IrlC SECTION NO.:~
Add to read: 7902.2.2.1.1. Limits Defined. For the purposes of Section 7902.2.2.1, the storage of
flammable and combustible liquids in above ground tanks and protected above ground storage
tanks is prohibited in the following areas:
1. RH
2. RI
3. R2
4. R3
5. R4
6. PO
7. CI
8. C2
9. C3
10. HC
Residential HillsidetSingle Family Dwellings
Two Family Residential
Medium Density Residential
High Density Residential
Professional Office
Neighborhood Commercial
Central District Commercial
Shopping Center Commercial
Highway Commercial
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AMEND m:c SECTION NO.: Bl!M
Add to read: 8204.2.1. Limits Defined. Regardless of the allowable capacity stated in Section
8204.2, LP Gas installations shall not be allowed in the following areas.
I. RH
2. R1
3. R2
4. R3
5. R4
6. PO
7. Cl
8. C2
9. C3
10. HC
EXCEPTIONS:
Residential Hillside
Single Family Dwelling
Two Family Residential
Medium Density Residential
High Density Residential
Professional Office
Neighborhood Commercial
Central District Commercial
Shopping Center Commercial
Highway Commercial
1. Containers used for torches and similar uses.
2. Portable containers in barbecues, camp stoves, recreation vehicles and similar uses.
3. Motor vehicle fuel tanks.
AMEND .w:c SECTION NO.: ADD Article 99
Add to read: Article 99, Toxic Gas, is added to the fire code.
AMEND..llEC SECTION NO.: Appendix D-F
Amend to read: 4.3 Size. Primary tanks shall not exceed a 2,000 gallon individual or 6,000 gallon
aggregate capacity.
The Chief may, by special application, consider the granting of larger individual and aggregate
capacities.
AMEND UFC SECI10N NO.: Appendix D-F
5.2 Total Quantity. Protected aboveground tank installations shall not exceed 6,000 gallon
aggregate capacity of the primary tanks.
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EXCEPTION: As may be granted by the chiefin accordance with 4.3.
AMEND.l!EC SECTION NO.: Appendix ll-F
Add to read:
10.1. The code required permit fee shall be consistent with the City's Comprehensive fee
schedule.
10.2. A one time surcharge of$1000.oo shall be due and payable at the time of initial permit
issuance.
10.3. Beginning with the adoption of the 1996-97 Comprehensive fee schedule, the one time
surcharge shall be as provided for in the fee schedule.
10.4. The surcharge shall be charged to the business address.
10.5 The surcharge shall be used for the purchase of specialized fire suppression equipment,
spill contaiment equipment and other support supplies and equipment.
AMEND..l!EC SECTION NO.: ADD APPENDIX TABLE
Add to read: Part IX, Table I. The following table ofappendices is adopted.
I. I-C
2. ll-A
3. II-B
4. II-D
5. II-F
6. II-H
7. II-I
8. ID-A
9. IV-A
10. IV-B
11. V-A
Stairway Identification
Suppression And Control Of Hazardous Areas
Protection of Flammable And Combustible Liquid Tanks In Locations
Subject To Flooding.
Rifle Ranges
Protected Aboveground Tanks For Motor Vehicle Fuel Dispensing Stations
Outside Buildings (with amendments)
Site Assessments For Determining Potential Fire And Explosion Risks From
Underground Flammable Or Combustible Liquid Tank Leaks
Ozone Gas Generating Equipment
Fire-Flow Requirements For Buildings
Interior Floor Finish
Christmas Trees
Nationally Recognized Standards Of Good Practice
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AMEND l1l.C SECTION NO.: ADD TO PART I X. APPENDIX VB
Add to read: Appendix VII. Buildings 50 to 75 feet high. For buildings 50 feet to 75 feet, the
chief may require compliance with Part 2, Title 24, CAC., Chapter 2-18 or portions thereof
related to high rise.
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
Add to
table 105-A
Add to
Sec. 290-H
Add to
Sec.214-M
Add to
Sec. 220-S
Amend
Sec. 6301
Article 1 Administration
PERMITS AMOUNTS FOR COMPRESSED GASES MODERATELY TOXIC
20 cubic feet.
Article 2 Defmitions and Abbreviations
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS BUSINESS PLAN is a written plan containing General
information, Emergency Response Plan, Training Plan, Inventory Statement, and Site
Plan. Each section shall be in such for detail as required by the chief shall contain at a
minimum the information required pursuant to section 25500 et. seq. of the Health and
Safety Code.
MODERATELY TOXIC GAS. Moderately toxic gas is a gas that has a median lethal
concentration (LC50) in air of more than 2,000 parts per million but not more than
7,500 parts per million by volume of gas or vapor when administered by continuous
inhalation for one hour, or if death occurs within one hour, to albino rats weighing
between 200 and 300 grams each.
STORAGE FACll.ITY is anyone or combination of tanks, sumps, wet floors, waste
treatment facilities, pipes, vaults or other portable or fixed containers, used, or designed
to be used, for the storage of hazardous materials.
Article 63 Refrigeration
Refrigeration unit and system installation having a refrigerant circuit containing more
than 220 pounds (100kg) of Group Al or 30 pounds (13.6 kg) of any other group
refrigerant shall be in accordance with Article 63 and the Mechanical Code. See the
Mechanical Code for refrigerant group descriptions. See also Sections 8001.1.2,
8001.15, and 8002.
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Sec. 7401
Amend
Sec. 7401.6.4
Add Sec.
7901.1.1.1
Sec.
7901.8.1.1
Add to Sec.
7901.11.1.1
Delete Sec.
7901.3.2
Sec. 8001
Amend Sec.
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Article 74 Compressed Gases
General
SECURING COMPRESSED GAS CONTAINERS, CYLINDERS AND TANKS.
Compressed gas containers, cylinders and tanks shall be secured to prevent falling due to
contact, vibration or seismic activity. Securing compressed gas containers and tanks
shall be by one of the following methods:
1. Containers and tanks greater than 26" in height shall be fixed to a secure object
with at least two (2) restraints. The restraints shall be equally spaced, so that the
bottom restraint is located one third of the distance from the bottom of the
container, and the top restraint is located one third of the distance from the top of
the container.
Article 79 Flammable and Combustible Liquids
The storage, dispensing, mixing, handling and use of flammable and combustible liquids
shall be done in a manner so as not to increase the risk of an unauthorized release.
GENERAL. Buildings, rooms and areas shall be provided with a means to control
spillage and to contain or drain spillage and fire-protection water as set forth in Section
7901.8. See also section 8001.14.5.
GENERAL. Piping, valves, fittings and related components intended for use with
flammable and combustible liquids shall be designed and fabricated from suitable
materials having adequate strength and durability to withstand the pressures, structural
stresses and exposures to which they can be subjected. Such equipment shall be in
accordance with nationally recognized engineering standards, be listed for the
application or be approved by the chief. See Article 90, Standards a 2.2, a 2.3, a 2.4, a
2.5, a 2.6, u 1.10, u 1.11, Nonmetallic piping, ifused, shall be installed in accordance
with the manufacturer's installation instructions.
Containment shall be provided for liquid hazardous materials. Containment includes but
is not limited to double walled piping.
Article 80 Hazardous Materials
GENERAL
GENERAL. Prevention, control and mitigation of dangerous conditions related to
storage, dispensing, use, and handling of hazardous materials, regardless of quantity, and
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infonnation needed by emergency response personnel shall be in accordance with
Article 80. This article shall include those parts of Chapter 6.95 (commencing with Sec.
25500) and Chapter 6.7 (commencing with Sec. 25280) and Chapter 6.75 (commencing
with Sec. 25299) of the Health and Safety Code which impose additional requirements
or are more restrictive.
GENERAL SAFETY. The dispensing, mixing, handling, use or storing of hazardous
materials shall be done in a manner so as not to increase the risk of an unauthorized
release. In the absence of direct regulation by this code, other appropriate regulations,
standards, laws, ordinances, or other nationally recognized and accepted methods of
good practice may be applied to define acceptable practices. In the event of conflicting
authorities, the most restrictive shall apply.
F ACILITY TRANSPORT. When hazardous materials are in transport in or about a
facility, they shall remain in the travel path only for the time reasonably necessary to
effect the transfer.
TRANSPORT SAFETY. Movement of hazardous materials in or about a facility shall
be done in a manner which will not substantially increase the risk of unauthorized
release. Hazardous materials shall be accompanied by a trained (pursuant to Sec.
8001.1. 9.1) person when in transit to their use or storage point.
LIMITED APPLICATION. For the purposes of Article 80, certain terms are defined as
follows:
CONTINUOUS GAS-DETECTION SYSTEM is a gas-detection system where the
analytical instrument is maintained in continuous operation and sampling is performed
without interruption. Analysis is allowed to be performed on a cyclical basis at intervals
not to exceed 5 minutes.
EXCEPTION: Alternate systems may be approved by the Chief based upon equivalent
protection.
The Hazardous Materials Management Plan (HMMP) shall mean Hazardous Materials
Business Plan (HMBP).
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION. Piping, tubing, valves, fittings and related
components used for hazardous materials shall be in accordance with the following:
I. Piping, tubing, valves. fittings and related components shall be designed and
fabricated from materials compatible with the materials to be contained and shall
be of adequate strength and durability to withstand pressure, structural and
seismic stress, and exposure to which they are subject.
2. Piping and tubing shall be identified in accordance with nationally recognized
standards (see Article 90 Standard a.2.1) to indicate the material conveyed.
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3. Emergency shutoff valves shall be identified and the location shall be clearly
visible and indicated by means of a sign, and
4. Backflow-prevention or check valves shall be provided when the backflow of
hazardous materials could create a hazardous condition or cause the
unauthorized discharge of hazardous materials.
5. Expansion chambers shaI1 be provided between valves whenever the regulated
gas may be subjected to thennal expansion. Chambers shall be sized to provide
protection for piping, and instrumentation and to accommodate the expansion of
regulated materials.
6. .. Containment shall be provided for liquid hazardous materials. Containment
includes but is not limited to double walled piping.
ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS FOR SUPPLY PIPING FOR HEALTH HAZARD
MATERIALS. Supply piping and tubing for moderately toxic, toxic and highly toxic
gases and for liquids having a health hazard ranking of 3 or 4 in accordance with the
UFC Standard 79-3 shall also be in accordance with the following:
1. Piping and tubing utilized for the transmission of moderately toxic gases or toxic
or highly toxic gases or material shaI1 have welded or brazed connections
throughout unless an exhausted enclosure is provided if the materials is a gas, or
the piping is provided with a receptor for containment if the material is a liquid.
EXCEPTION: Nonmetallic piping with approved connections.
2. Highly toxic gases and toxic and moderately toxic corrosive gases shaI1 be
provided with double walled piping, or equivalent.
EXCEPTION: Toxic or moderately toxic gases when provided with primary
containment materials inert to the hazardous of the gas.
3. Piping and tubing shall not be located in exit corridors, within any portion of an
exit required to be enclosed in fire resistive construction, or above areas not
classified as Group H Occupancies.
EXCEPTION: Piping and tubing within the space defined by the walls of exit corridors
and floor or roof above or in concealed space above other occupancies when installed in
accordance with the Building Code as required for Group H, Division 6 Occupancies.
See UBC Section 307.11.6.6.
4. Where gases or liquids are carried in pressurized piping above 15 psig
(103.4kPa), excess flow control shaI1 be provided. Where the piping originates
from within a storage room or area, the excess flow control shall be located
within a hazardous materials storage room or area. Where piping originates from
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a bulk source, the excess flow control shall be located as close to the bulk source
as practical, and
5. Readily accessible manual or automatic remotely activated fail-safe emergency
shut-off valves shall be installed on supply piping and tubing at the following
locations:
5.1 The point of use, and
5.2 The tank, cylinder or bulk source.
REDUCED FLOW ORIFICES. Containers for highly toxic gases shall be equipped
with a flow restricting orifice.
NOTIFICATION. The chief shall be notified immediately when a threatened release or
unauthorized discharge escapes secondary containment, or is contained but presents a
threat to health or property, or becomes reportable under state, federal or local
regulations.
IDENTIFICATION SIGNS. Visible hazard identification signs as specified in U.F.C.
Standard 79-3 shall be placed at entrances to locations where hazardous materials are
stored, dispensed, used or handled in quantities requiring a permit. Signs shall be
provided at specific entrances designated by the chief.
Individual containers, cartons, packages, piping, gas cabinets, equipment, or rooms shall
be conspicuously marked or labeled in accordance with the departments labeling
guideline or, if unavailable, with nationally recognized standards. See also Section
.8003.1.2.
Product conveying ducts for venting hazardous materials operations shall be labeled with
the hazard class of the material being vented and direction of flow.
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE. All safety control systems at a facility shall be maintained
in good working condition and tested not less frequently than annually. Maintenance
and testing shall be perfonned by persons qualified to perfonn the maintenance and tests.
Maintenance records and certifications shall be available to any representative of the Fire
department for inspection upon request.
SEPARATION OF INCOMPATIBLE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. Incompatible
hazardous material shall be separated. Separation by hazard class is appropriate unless
otherwise approved by the chief or in following nationally recognized standards.
Separation shall be accomplished by:
I. Segregating incompatible hazardous materials by a distance of not less than 20
feet (6096 nun) and an independent containment system, or secondary
containment,
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2. Isolating incompatible hazardous materials by a non combustible partition
extending not less than 18 inches (457.2 mm) above and to the sides of the stored
material,
3. Storing liquid and solid materials in hazardous material storage cabinets. (See
Section 8003.1.10), or
4. Storing compressed gases in gas cabinets or exhausted enclosures in accordance
with Sections 8003.3.1.3.2 and 9003.3.1.3.3.
Materials which are incompatible shall not be within the same cabinet or exhausted
enclosure.
HEIGHT. Display height shall not exceed 6 feet (1829 mm). Storage shall not exceed
six (6) feet in areas open to the public unless such storage is seismically secure to
prevent any unsafe movement in the event of a major earthquake.
CONTAINMENT REQUIREMENTS. Containment system shall be required for all
hazardous materials which are liquids or solids at normal temperature and pressure
(NTP). Construction shall be substantial, capable of safely and securely containing a
sudden release without discharge. Design criteria shall be perfonnance oriented and
constructed of compatible materials to resist degradation, and provide structural and
functional integrity for a period of time reasonably necessary to ensure detection,
mitigation, and repair of the primary system. The chief may require outside containment
areas to be covered with a roof or canopy for protection from the environment.
. In the case of an installation with one primary container, the secondary containment shall
be large enough to contain at least 100 percent of the volume of the primary tank. In the
case of multiple primary tanks, the secondary container shall be large enough to contain
150 percent of the volume of the largest primary tank placed in it, or 10 percent of the
volume of the aggregate intemal volume of all primary tanks, which ever is greater.
HIGHI.. Y TOXIC GASES
INDOOR STORAGE. Indoor storage of toxic gases in amounts exceeding 10 cubic feet
per control area, and highly toxic gases in any amount shall be in accordance with
Sections 8001.1,8001.14.6,8001.15,800.3.1, and 8003.3.3.
OUTDOOR STORAGE. Outdoor storage of toxic gases in amounts exceeding 10 cubic
feet per outdoor area, and highly toxic gases in any amount shall be in accordance with
Sections 8003.1, 8001.14.6, 8001.15.2, 8003.3.2, and 8003.3.3.
INDOOR USE. Indoor use of toxic gases in amounts exceeding 10 cubic feet per
control area and highly toxic gases in any amount shall be in accordance with Sections
8001.14.6,8001.15 and 8004.2.3.7.
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OUTDOOR USE. Outdoor use of toxic gases in amounts exceeding 10 cubic fee per
outdoor area and highly toxic gases in any amount shall be in accordance with Sections
8001.14.6, 8001.15.2, and 8004.3.6.
SEISMIC smrr -OFF VALVE. An automatic shut-off valve which is of a fail safe
to close design shall be provided to shut -off the supply of toxic or highly toxic gases.
FIRE EXTINGUISHER SYSTEMS. Indoor storage and use areas and exterior use
areas and storage buildings shall be protected by an automatic fire sprinkler system in
accordance with Section 8003.1.11.
AUTOMATIC smrr -OFF VALVE. An automatic valve which is of a fail safe to close
design shall be provided to shut-off the supply of highly toxic gases for any of the
following:
1. Activation of a manual fire alarm.
2. Activation of the gas detection system.
3. Failure of emergency power.
4. Manually, from remote locations.
5. Failure of primary containment.
6. A significant seismic event.
An automatic valve which is of a fail safe to close design shall be provided to shut-off
supply of toxic gases upon activation of the gas detection system or upon seismic
activity.
EMERGENCY CONTROL STATION. For highly toxic gases, signals from emergency
equipment shall be transmitted to an emergency control station which is continually
staffed by trained personnel.
LOCAL GAS smrr OFF. Manual activation controls shall be provided at locations
near the point of use and near the source, as approved by the Chief.
The Chief may require additional controls at other places, including, but not limited to
the entry to the building, storage or use areas, and emergency control stations.
Manual activated shut-off valves shall be of "fail safe to close design".
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8001.14.6.10 gas purge systems.
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8001.14.6.11
MAXIMUM THRESHOLD QUANTITY. Toxic gases stored or used in quantities
exceeding 500,000 cubic feet in a single container per control area or outdoor use area
shall comply with the additional requirements for highly toxic gases of Sections
8001.14.6,8001.4.3.2, and 8001.4.3.3 of this code.
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MODERATELY TOXIC GASES INCLUDING THOSE USED AS REFRIGERANTS.
Moderately toxic gases including those used as refrigerants shall be in accordance with
sections 8003.3.3.3.1, 8001.4.7.4, 8001.14.6.6, 8003.l.l1 and 8001.4.3.2 in addition to
the requirements of this section.
INDOOR STORAGE. Indoor storage of moderately toxic gases in excess of20 cubic
feet per area bounded by no less than a one-hour fire-resistive occupancy separation shall
be in accordance with 8001.15.1.
VENTILATION. Cylinders shall be stored within gas cabinets, exhausted enclosures, or
gas storage rooms. Portable and stationary tanks shall be stored within gas rooms or
exhausted enclosures.
TREATMENT SYSTEMS. Treatment systems shall be utilized to process all exhaust
ventilation to be discharged from gas cabinets, exhausted enclosures and gas rooms in
accordance with Section 9003.3.1.3.5.
GAS DETECTION. A continuous gas detection system shall be provided to detect the
presence of a gas at or below the permissible exposure limit or ceiling limit in accordance
with Section 8003.3.1.6.
OUTDOOR STORAGE. Outdoor storage of moderately toxic gases in excess of20
cubic feet per outdoor area shall be in accordance with Section 8001.14.6.6 and
8001.15.2.
CANOPIES. Portable tanks and cylinders shall be stored under a canopy of non
. combustible construction.
PIPING AND CONTROLS. In addition to the requirements of Section 8001.4.3, piping
and controls on stationary tanks shall be in accordance with Section 8003.3.2.4.
LEAKING CYLINDERS. One or more gas cabinets of exhausted enclosures shall be
provided to handle leaking cylinders in accordance with Section 8003.3.3.3.
LOCAL EXHAUST FOR LEAKING PORT ABLE TANKS. A means oflocal exhaust
shall be provided to capture leaks from portable tanks in accordance with Section
8003.3.3.4.
INDOOR USE. Indoor use of moderately toxic gases in excess of20 cubic feet per area
bounded by not less than a one-hour tire-resistive occupancy separation shall be in
accordance with Section 800 l.l5.3 and the storage provisions of Section 800 1.15.1.
INERT GAS PURGE SYSTEM. Gas systems shall be provided with dedicated inert gas
purge systems.
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OUTDOOR USE. Outdoor use of moderately toxic gases in excess of 20 cubic feet shall
be in accordance of the Section 8001.15.4 and the storage provisions of Section 8001.15.2.
VENTILATION. When cylinders, containers or portable tanks are used outdoors, gas
cabinets or exhausted enclosures shall be provided.
TREATMENT SYSTEMS. Treatment systems sha1l be utilized to process all exhaust to
be discharged from gas cabinets or exhausted enclosures in accordance with Section
8003.3.1.3.5.
MODERATELY TOXIC GASES WITH A LC 50 EQUAL TO OR LESS THAN 3000
PARTS PER MILLION. Notwithstanding the hazard class definition in Section 214-M,
moderately toxic gases with an LC50 less than 3000 parts per million shall comply with
the requirements of Sections 800 1. 15.
MAXIMUM THRESHOLD QUANTITY. Moderately toxic gases stored or used in
quantities exceeding 500,000 cubic feet in a single container per control area or outdoor
use area shall comply with the additional requirements for toxic gases of Sections
8001.14 and 8001.4.3.3 of this code: moderately toxic gases stored or used in quantities
exceeding 100,000 cubic feet per control area or outdoor use area shall also comply with
the additional requirements for highly toxic gases of Sections 8001.14 and 8001.4.3.3 of
this code.
STORAGE
GENERAL. Indoor storage of toxic and highly toxic compressed gases in amounts
. exceeding the exempt amounts set forth in Section 800 1.13 shall be in accordance with
Section 8003.1,8003.3.1,8003.3.3.3, and 8001.14.6.
SECONDARY CONTAINMENT. Drains shall be directed to containment systems or
other locations designed as secondary containment for the hazardous materials liquids
and fire-protection water, or the building, room or area shall be designed to provide
secondary containment of hazardous materials liquids and fire protection water through
the use of recessed floors or liquid tight raised sills.
Secondary containment shall be sized in accordance with Section 800 1.14.5. The
volume contained shall include the sized amount plus the design flow rate of the
automatic fire-extinguishing system for the area of the room or area in which the storage
iflocated or the system design area, whichever is smaller. The containment capacity
shall be capable of containing the flow for a period of 20 minutes.
Overflow from the secondary containment system shall be provided to direct liquid
leakage and fire-protection water to a safe location away from the building, valves,
means of egress, fire access roadway, adjoining property or stonn drains.
If the storage area is open to rainfall, the secondary containment shall be designed to
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accommodate the volume of a 24-hour rainfall as detennined by a 25-year storm. Where
curbs are used, provisions shall be made for draining accumulations of groundwater or
rainwater.
A monitoring method capable of detecting hazardous material leakage from the primary
containment into the secondary containment shall be provided. Visual inspection of the
primary containment shall be used unless other means of monitoring are approved by the
Chief Where secondary containment is subject to the intrusion of water, a monitoring
method for such water shall be provided. When monitoring devices are provided, they
shall be connected to distinct visual or audible alarms.
VENTILATED AREA. Cylinders shall be stored within gas cabinets, exhausted
enclosures or gas rooms.
Portable and stationary tanks shall be stored within gas rooms or exhausted enclosures.
The room or area in which gas cabinets or exhausted enclosures are located shall be
provided with exhaust ventilation that is independent of the ventilation required for gas
cabinets and exhausted enclosures.
EMERGENCY POWER. Emergency power shall be provided for highly toxic and toxic
gases in amounts exceeding the exempt amounts in lieu of standby power for:
1. Exhaust ventilation, including the power supply for treatment systems.
2. Gas detection systems.
3. Emergency alarm systems.
4. Temperature control systems.
GENERAL. Outdoor storage of highly toxic or toxic compressed gases in amounts
exceeding exempt amounts set forth in Section 8001.13 shall be in accordance with
Sections 8003.1, 8003.3.2, 8003.3.3 and 8001.14.6.
DISTANCE LIMITATION TO EXPOSURES. Outdoor storage of moderately toxic,
toxic and highly toxic compressed gases shall not be within 75 feet (22,860 mm) of a
building, property line, street, alley, public way or exit to a public way or exit to a public
way unless the storage is shielded by a structure having a minimum fire-resistive rating of
two hours and which interrupts the line of sight between the storage and the exposure.
The shielding structure shall be at least five (5) feet from any exposure. The shielding
structure shall not have more than two sides at approximately 90-degree directions, or
three sides with connecting angles of approximately 135 degrees.
CYLINDER LEAK TESTING. Compressed gas cylinders shall be inspected for leaks
immediately upon delivery and again immediately prior to departure. Testing shall be
approved by the Chief in accordance with appropriate nationally recognized industry
standards and practices, if any. Appropriate remedial actions shall be immediately
undertaken when leaks are detected.
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8003.3.3.4.1 excess flow control.
Valves shall be permanently marked to indicate the maximum design flow rate.
EXCEPTION: Moderately toxic gas.
Sec. 8004
USE, DISPENSING AND HANDLING
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APPLICABILITY. Use, dispensing and handling of hazardous materials where the
aggregate quantity does not exceed the exempt amounts set forth in Section 8001.13
shall be in accordance with Section 8001. For flammable, oxidizing, pyrophoric, toxic,
and highly toxic gases, see also Section 8001.14.
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EMERGENCY ALARM. See Section 8003.1.15.
AMEND lIB.C SECTION NO.ma CHAPTERS, 12 & 13
All references in section 203.1 chapters 12 & 13 address The "Housing Advisory And Appeals Board"
shall be deleted and replaced with The "Building Board of Appeals."
AMEND .lIMe APPENDIX CHAPTER NO. 1201.1.1.4
1201.1.1.14 Marking. Materials and devices shall be suitably identified. In addition to the incised
marking required in the standards, all hard - drawn copper tubing shall be marked by means of a
continuous and indelible colored stripe, at least 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) in width as follows:
Type L - Blue
Type K - Green
Type M - is not approved for use
AMEND UMC APPENDIX CHAPTER NO.1201.1.7.2
2. Tubing shall be at least. Type K - for condensate return lines; Type L - for steam condenser cooling
water lines, underground water lines, and above ground water lines; Type M shall not be used.
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AMEND I!MC SECTION NO. H!!.l
Condensate Wastes. 1994 UMC Section 310.1 is amended by replacing it with the following:
Condensate from air cooling coils and comfort cooling equipment not intended to be used for the
storage or holding of food or drinks shall be collected and discharged to a storm sewer or other
approved points of disposal acceptable to the Administrative Authority.
Termination of such drains shall be made by an air break. Condensate drain lines in sizes 1 1/4" and
larger shall be assembled using approved drainage pipe and fittings. Condensate waste water shall not
drain over or upon a public way, sidewalk, pedestrian ramp or the like. Condensate drains with
terminations within the interior of a building shall not be connected to the building roof drain or
overflow piping systems.
AMEND {!PC SECTION NO..mJ.
Delete - section 102.1 organization and enforcement.
AMEND l.!lC.CODE NO. ~ EXCEPTION.
Type "m" copper shall not be used.
AMEND lJPC SECTION NO.I03.5.3.3
Add the following sentence to section 103.5.3.3. The test for copper water piping shall be 100 pounds
per square inch.
AMEND {JPC SECTION NO. ~
Water Piping in Slab Floors. 1994 UPC Section 609.3, first paragraph, is amended by replacing it with
the following:
Water piping shall not be installed in or under a concrete floor slab within a building without prior
approval of the Administrative Authority. When approved, such piping shall be installed in accordance
with the following requirements:
(The Sections 609.3.1 and 609.3.2 per current code text)
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AMEND IrfC...SECI10N NO.lli.l
Addition to section 610.1. A minimum one inch water line shall be run through the house, off of which
lateral lines would serve the various fixtures. This one inch line to terminate in a hose bib at the rear of
house. This applies to residential single family only.
AMEND lllC SECTION NO. 7.1.!l.1
1994 UPC Section 710.1 is amended to read as follows:
( a) Drainage piping serving fixtures which have flood level rims less than twelve (12) inches
(304.8 mm) above the elevation of the next upstream manhole and/or flushing inlet cover
at the public or private sewer system serving such drainage piping shall be protected
from backflow of sewage by installing an approved type backwater valve. Fixtures
above such elevation shall not discharge through the backwater valve, unless first
approved by the Administrative Authority.
AMEND .IrlC SECTION NO.lllU
1994 UPC Section 807.2 is amended by replacing it with the following:
Condensate from air-cooling coils and comfort cooling equipment not intended to be used for the
storage or holding offood or drinks shall be collected and discharged to a storm sewer or other
approved points of disposal acceptable to the Administrative Authority.
T ennination of such drains shall be made by an air break. Condensate drain lines in sizes 1 1/4" and
larger shall be assembled using approved drainage pipe and fittings. Condensate waste water shall not
drain over or upon a public way. sidewalk, pedestrian ramp or the like. Condensate drains within the
interior of a building shall not be connected to the building roof drain or overflow piping systems. The
waste pipe shall have a slope of not less than 1/8 inch per foot and shall be of approved corrosion-
resistant material not smaller than the outlet size as required below for air-cooling coils or condensing
fuel-burning appliances, respectfully.
Condenstate wastes pipes from air-cooling coils shall be sized in accordance with equipment capacity as
follows:
Equipment Capacity
Minimum Condensate Pipe Diameter
Up to 20 tons of refrigeration
21 to 40 tons of refrigeration
41 to 90 tons of refrigeration
91 to 125 tons of refrigeration
126 to 250 tons of refrigeration
3/4 inch
1 inch
1 1/4 inch
I 1/2 inch
2 inch
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The size of condensate waste pipes may be for one unit or a combination of units, or as recommended
by the manufacturer. The capacity of waste pipes assumes a 1/8 inch-per-foot slope, with the pipe
running three-quarters full.
Condensate drain sizing for other slopes or other conditions shall be approved by the building official.
AMEND lllC SECTION NO. ill
1994 UPC Section 719 is amended by adding Subsection 7 as follows:
719.7 Cleanouts shall be installed at the property line where the private sewer system connects to the
publicly-maintained sanitary sewer lateral. All such line cleanouts shall be extended to grade with
materials and according to specifications approved by the Administrative Authority and terminate within
a concrete box.
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I, SUSANNE E. STEINMETZ, City Clerk of the City of Gilroy, do
hereby certify that the attached Resolution No. 95-79 is an original
resolution, duly adopted by the Council of the City of Gilroy at a regular
Official Seal of the City of Gilroy this 9th day of
November
,1995.
meeting of said Council held on the 6th day of
at which meeting a quorum was present.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the
November
, 19..l!.L,
(p<
City Clerk
(Seal)