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ORDINANCE NO.
07/11
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF UNIVERSITY PARK, TEXAS, AMENDING
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF UNIVERSITY PARK, AS
HERETOFORE AMENDED, BY AMENDING CHAPTER 3, ARTICLE 3.100 TO ADOPT
THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, 2006 EDITION, THE INTERNATIONAL
RESIDENTIAL CODE FOR ONE AND TWO FAMILY DWELLINGS, 2006 EDITION,
AND THE INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE, 2006 EDITION;
AMENDING CHAPTER 3, ARTICLE 3.1000 , TO ADOPT THE NATIONAL ELECTRIC
CODE, 2005; AMENDING CHAPTER 3, ARTICLE 3.1100, TO ADOPT THE
INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE, 2006 EDITION; AMENDING CHAPTER 3,
ARTICLE 3.1200, TO ADOPT THE INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE, 2006
EDITION; ADDING ARTICLE 3.1250 ADOPTING THE INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS
CODE, 2006 EDITION; AMENDING CHAPTER 5, ARTICLE 5.100, TO ADOPT THE
INTERNA TIONAL FIRE CODE, 2006 EDITION, WITH AMENDMENTS; PROVIDING
FOR THE REPEAL OF ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY OF FINE NOT TO EXCEED
THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00) FOR EACH OFFENSE; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UNIVERSITY
PARK, TEXAS:
SECTION 1. That Article 3.100 "International Building Code Adopted" of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of University Park, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
"ARTICLE 3.100 INTERNATIONAL CODES ADOPTED
Sec. 3.101
International Building Code Adopted
The International Building Code, 2006 Edition, and amendments, are herewith adopted by
reference. A copy of this code, with approved amendments, shall be kept on file in the office of
the Building Inspection Division for reference and inspection.
Sec. 3.102
Interpretation of the Building Code
Any requirements considered necessary for the safety, strength or stability of any existing or
proposed building or structure, or for the safety or health of the occupants thereof, shall be in
accordance with the provisions of the International Building Code, International Residential
Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, or any amendments, specifications or revisions
thereto, and the meaning and intent of such provisions shall be interpreted and determined by the
Community Development Manager, subject to the right of appeal contained in such codes, if any.
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Sec. 3.103
Amendments to the Building Code
The sections of the 2006 illtemational Building Code that are changed, added, or deleted are as
follows:
(1) ill Section 101.1, add reference to jurisdiction:
"101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Building Code of
University Park, Texas, hereinafter referred to as "this Code."
(2) Section 101.4 is changed to read as follows:
"101.4 Referenced codes. The other codes listed in Sections 101.4.1 through
101.4.7 and referenced elsewhere in this Code, when specifically adopted, shall
be considered part of the requirements of this Code to the prescribed extent of
each such reference. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced
codes and standards, each reference to said codes and standards shall be
considered to reference the amendments as well. Any reference to NFP A 70 or
the ICC Electrical Code shall mean the National Electrical Code as adopted."
(3) Section 105.2 is hereby deleted.
(4) Section 105.3.2 is changed to read as follows:
"105.3.2 Time limitation of application. An application for a permit for any
proposed work shall be deemed to have been abandoned 60 days after the date of
filing, unless such application has been pursued in good faith... {remainder of
section unchanged}."
(5) Section 105.5 is changed to read as follows:
"105.5 Expiration. Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work on
the site authorized by such permit is commenced within 60 days after its issuance,
or if the work authorized on the site by such permit is suspended or abandoned for
a period of 60 days after the time the work is commenced. The Community
Development Manager... {bulk of section unchanged}. ..for periods not more than
60 days each. The extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause
demonstrated. Construction of 10,000 square feet or less in area shall be
completed within 18 months. Construction of a building 10,001 square feet or
greater in area shall be completed within 24 months after the date of issuance of
the permit."
(6) Section 105.8 is changed to read as follows:
"105.8 New permits required. A new permit must be obtained for any
construction which is not completed in the allowable time period or extended as
provided above. A new fee shall be required in connection with issuance of a new
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permit. The new fee shall be one-half the amount required for the original permit
for such work, provided no changes have been made or will be made in the
original plans and specifications for such work. A new permit must be obtained
for any construction which has been suspended or abandoned for a period of more
than sixty (60) days. The permittee shall make a new application, resubmit plans
for review, and pay a new full permit fee to resume work."
(7) Section 108.2 is changed to read as follows:
"108.2 Schedule of permit fees: Fees charged shall be in accordance with the
approved master fee schedule of the City of University Park."
(8) Section 108.3 is amended to read as follows:
"108.3 Building permit valuations. Building permit valuation shall include total
market value of the proposed building or improvement, including electrical, gas,
mechanical, plumbing equipment and permanent systems. If, in the opinion of the
Community Development Manager, the valuation is underestimated on the
application, the permit shall be denied, unless the applicant can show detailed
estimates to meet the approval of the Community Development Manager. After a
permit has been issued, the Community Development Manager may require a
certified valuation for the building or improvement to be submitted prior to issuance
of a Certificate of Occupancy."
(9) Section 109.3.5 is hereby deleted.
(10) Add Section 112.1 to read as follows:
"Section 112.1.1. The Board of Adjustment of the City of University Park shall
serve as the Board of Appeals required by this Code."
(11) Section 112.3 is amended to read as follows:
"112.3 Qualifications: The Board of Adjustment may consult with and obtain
testimony and opinions from qualified and experienced professionals in making a
determination on matters relating to appeals concerning building construction."
(12) Add a new definition to section 202 to read as follows:
"HIGH-RISE BUILDING is a building having floors used for human occupancy
located more than 55 feet (16,764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department
vehicle access."
(13) Section 403.1 is changed to read as follows:
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"403.1 Applicability. The provisions of this section shall apply to buildings
having occupied floors located more than 55 feet (16,764 mm) above the lowest
level of fire department vehicle access."
(14) Section 403.1, Exception 3, is hereby changed to read as follows:
"Open air portions of Buildings with an occupancy in Group A-5 in accordance
with Section 303.1."
(15) Section 403.2, Exception 2, is hereby deleted
(16) Section 404.1.1 is amended to change the definition of "Atrium" as follows:
"A TRIUM. An opening connecting three or more stories. . . {Balance remains
unchanged}"
(17) In Section 406.6.1, add a second paragraph to read as follows:
"This occupancy shall include garages involved in servicing of motor vehicles for
items such as lube changes, inspections, windshield repair or replacement, shocks,
minor part replacement and other such non-major repair. When the repair garage
is only involved in such minor repair, it need not comply with Section 406.6.2."
(18) Section 508.2.1 is hereby changed to read as follows:
"Spaces which are incidental to the main occupancy shall be separated or
protected, or both, in accordance with Table 508.2. Areas that are incidental to
the main occupancy shall be classified in accordance with the main occupancy of
the portion of the building in which the incidental use area is located.
Exception: Incidental use areas within and serving a dwelling unit are not
required to comply with this section."
(19) In Section 705.11, change the exception to read as follows:
"Exception: For other than hazardous exhaust ducts, penetrations by ducts and air
transfer openings of . . . {remainder of exception unchanged}."
(20) In Section 716.5.2, add exception 4 to read as follows:
"4. In the duct penetration of the separation between the private garage and its
residence when constructed in accordance with Section 406.1.4, exception 2."
(21) 901.6.2 is changed to add the following.
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"Where a required fire protection system is out of service or in the event of an
excessive number of activations, the fire department and the Community
Development Manager shall be notified immediately and, where required by the
Community Development Manager, the building shall either be evacuated or an
approved fire watch shall be provided for all occupants left unprotected by the
shut down until the fire protection system has been returned to service.
Where utilized, standby personnel shall be provided with at least one approved
means for notification of the fire department and their only duty shall be to
perform constant patrols of the protected premises and keep watch for fires."
(22) Amend Section 903.1.2 to read as follows:
"903.1.2 Residential Sprinkler Systems. Unless specifically allowed by this
code or the International Building Code, residential sprinkler systems installed in
accordance with NFP A 13D or 13R shall not be recognized for the purposes of
exceptions or reductions, commonly referred to as "trade-offs", permitted by other
requirements of this code.
In addition, all residential sprinkler systems installed in accordance with NFP A
13D or 13R must include attic sprinkler protection to be recognized for the
purposes of such trade-offs permitted by other requirements of this code."
(23) In Section 903.2, delete the exception.
(24) Amend Section 903.2.1.1 to read as follows:
"903.2.1.1 Group A-I. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided
throughout a fire area containing a Group A-I occupancy Occupancies where one
of the following conditions exists:
1. The fire area exceeds 6,000 square feet;
2. The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more;
3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge;
or
4. The fire area contains a multi theater complex."
(25) Section 903.2.1.3 is amended to read as follows:
"903.2.1.3 Group A-3. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided
throughout a fire area containing a Group A-3 occupancy Occupancies where one
of the following conditions exists:
1. The fire area exceeds 6,000 square feet;
2. The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more; or
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3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit
discharge."
(26) Add Section 903.2.1.4 to read as follows:
"903.2.1.4 Group A-4. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided
throughout a fire area containing a Group A-4 occupancy Occupancies where one
of the following conditions exists:
1. The fire area exceeds 6,000 square feet;
2. The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more; or
3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit
discharge."
(27) Section 903.2.3 is amended to read as follows:
"903.2.3 Group F-l. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout
all buildings containing a Group F-1 occupancy where one of the following
conditions exists:
1. Where a Group F-1 Fire Area exceed 6,000 square feet (557 sq.
meters);
2. Where a Group F-1 fire area is located more than three stories above
grade plane; or
3. Where the combined area of all Group F-1 fire areas on all floors,
including any mezzanines, exceeds 6,000 square feet."
(28) Section 903.2.6 is amended to read as follows:
"903.2.6 Group M. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout
buildings containing a Group M occupancy where one of the following conditions
exists:
1. Where a Group M fire area exceeds 6,000 square feet (557sq.
meters);
2. Where a Group M fire area is located more than three stories above
grade plane; or
3 Where the combined area of all Group M fire areas on all floors,
including any mezzanines, exceeds 6,000 square feet (557 sq. meters)."
(29) In Section 903.2.7, add a second paragraph to read as follows:
"All existing Group R occupancies housing Fraternities and Sororities within the
city limits of University Park shall have an automatic fire sprinkler system
installed throughout within 5 years after passing of this ordinance. The sprinkler
systems shall be installed in accordance with the fire code that has been adopted
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at the time of permitting for the system. The fire suppression systems shall be
installed and in service no later than January 1,2013."
(30) Section 903.2.8 is amended to read as follows:
"903.2.8 Group S-I. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout
all buildings containing a Group S-1 occupancy where one of the following
conditions exists:
1. A Group S-1 fire area exceeds 6,000 square feet (557 sq. meters);
2. A Group S-1 fire area is located more than three stories above grade
plane; or
3. The combined area of all Group S-1 fire areas on all floors, including
mezzanines, exceeds 6,000 square feet (557 sq. meters)."
(31) Section 903.2.8.1 is amended to read as follows:
"903.2.8.1 Repair Garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided
throughout all buildings used as repair garages in accordance with the
International Building Code, as follows:
1. Buildings two or more stories in height, including basements, with a
fire area containing a repair garage exceeding 6,000 square feet (sq.
meters);
2. One-story buildings with a fire area containing a repair garage
exceeding 6,000 square feet (557 sq. meters); or
3. Buildings with a repair garage servicing vehicles parked in the
basement."
(32) Section 903.2.8.2 is amended to read as follows:
"903.2.8.2 Bulk Storage of Tires. Buildings and structures where tires are stored
shall be equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance
with Section 903.3.1.1."
(33) Amend Section 903.2.10.3 to read as follows:
"903.2.10.3 Buildings over 35 feet in height. An automatic sprinkler system
shall be installed throughout buildings with a floor level, other than penthouses in
compliance with Section 1509 of the International Building Code, which is
located 35 feet (10,668 mm) or more above the lowest level of fire department
vehicle access.
Exception: Open parking structures in compliance with Section 406.3 of the
International Building Code."
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(34) Section 903.2.12.3 is added to read as follows:
"903.2.12.3 Self-service storage facility. An automatic sprinkler system shall be
installed throughout all self-service storage facilities.
Exception: One-story self-service storage facilities that have no interior corridors,
with a one-hour fire barrier separation wall installed between every storage
compartment. "
(35) Add Section 903.2.12.4 to read as follows:
"903.2.12.4 High-Piled Combustible Storage. For any building with a clear
height exceeding 12 feet (4572 mm), see Chapter 23 to determine if those
provisions apply."
(36) Add Section 903.2.12.5 to read as follows:
"903.2.12.5 Spray Booths and Rooms. New and existing spray booths and
spraying rooms shall be protected by an approved automatic fire-extinguishing
system."
(37) Add Section 903.2.12.6 to read as follows:
"903.2.12.6 Buildings over 6,000 sq. ft. An automatic sprinkler system shall be
installed throughout all buildings over 6,000 square feet. For the purpose of this
provision, fire walls shall not define separate buildings."
(38) Add Section 903.2.12.7 to read as follows:
"903.2.12.7 Existing Buildings. The owner of any building shall be required to
install an automatic sprinkler system at such time as the owner(s) constructs an
addition or enlargement to the building if the total square footage of such an
addition, when combined with the total square footage of all previous additions
and enlargements to the building exceed 6,000 square feet of total floor area and
when the total square footage of all such additions exceeds by more than 30
percent of the original floor area regardless of fire area, area separation walls, or
fire walls.
Exceptions: Open parking garages ill compliance with Section 406.3 of the
International Building Code."
(39) Section 903.3.5; add a second paragraph to read as follows:
"Water supply as required for such systems shall be provided in conformance
with the supply requirements of the respective standards; however, every fire
protection system shall be designed with a 10 psi safety factor."
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(40) Section 903.3.5.1 is amended to read as follows:
"903.3.5.1. Connections for Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems. Automatic fire
sprinkler systems in residential structures with more than two individual units and
all non-residential structures shall have a separate connection to the potable water
supply. Installation plans for the underground supply main shall be submitted for
review and approval. The underground supply main shall be installed in
accordance with this code, National Fire Protection Association Standard 24, and
State Fire Marshal's Office guidelines. The size of the connection shall be
reviewed and approved by the University Park Fire Department prior to
installation. The water supply for two individual units and a single-family
residence can be installed in accordance with Section 903.3.5.1.1 or this section.
The potable water supply shall be protected against backfIow in accordance with
the requirements of this section and the International Plumbing Code.
(41) Section 903.3.5.1.1 is deleted.
(42) Section 903.3.5.1.2 is deleted.
(43) In Section 903.4, add a second paragraph after the exceptions to read as follows:
"Sprinkler and standpipe system water-flow detectors shall be provided for each
floor tap to the sprinkler system and shall cause an alarm upon detection of water
flow for more than 45 seconds. All control valves in the sprinkler and standpipe
systems except for fire department hose connection valves shall be electrically
supervised to initiate a supervisory signal at the central station upon tampering."
(44) In Section 905.3.2, delete exceptions 1 and 2.
(45) In Section 905.4, item 5 is changed to read as follows:
"Where the roof has a slope of less than 4 units vertically to 12 units horizontally
(33.3 percent slope), each standpipe shall be provided with a two-way hose
connection located either on the roof or at the highest landing of a stairway with
stair access to the roof. An additional hose connection shall be provided at the top
of the most hydraulically remote standpipe for testing purposes."
(46) In Section 905.9, add a second paragraph after the exceptions to read as follows:
"Sprinkler and standpipe system water-flow detectors shall be provided for each
floor tap to the sprinkler system and shall cause an alarm upon detection of water
flow for more than 45 seconds. All control valves in the sprinkler and standpipe
systems except for fire department hose connection valves shall be electrically
supervised to initiate a supervisory signal at the central station upon tampering."
(47) Add Section 907.1.3 to read as follows:
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"907.1.3 Design Standards. All alarm systems new or replacement serving 20 or
more alarm actuating devices shall be addressable fIre detection systems. Alarm
systems serving more than 40 smoke detectors or more than 100 total alarm
activating devices shall be analog intelligent addressable fIre detection systems.
Exception: Existing systems need not comply unless the total building remodel or
expansion initiated after the effective date of this code, as adopted, exceeds 30%
of the building. When cumulative building remodel or expansion exceeds 50% of
the building, must comply within 18 months of permit application."
(48) Section 907.2.3 is changed to read as follows:
"907.2.3 Group E. A manual fIre alarm system shall be installed in Group E
educational occupancies. When automatic sprinkler systems or smoke detectors
are installed, such systems or detectors shall be connected to the building fIre
alarm system. An approved smoke detection system shall be installed in Group E
day care occupancies. Unless separated by a minimum of 100 feet of open space,
all buildings, whether portable buildings or the main building, will be considered
one building for alarm occupant load consideration and interconnection of alarm
systems."
(49) Section 907.2.3 exception 1 is changed to read as follows:
"1. Group E educational and day care occupancies with an occupant load of
less than 50 when provided with an approved automatic sprinkler system.
1.1. Residential In-Home day care with not more than 12 children may use
interconnected single station detectors in all habitable rooms. (For care of more
than fIve children 2 1/2 or less years of age, see Section 907.2.6.)"
(50) "907.2.12 High-rise buildings. Buildings having floors used for human
occupancy located more than 55 feet (16,764 mm) above the lowest level of fIre
department vehicle access shall be provided with an automatic fIre alarm system
and an emergency voice/alarm communications system in accordance with
Section 907.2.12.2."
(51) Section 907.2.12, exception 3 is changed to read as follows:
"3. Buildings with an occupancy in Group A-5 in accordance with section
303.1 of the International Building Code, when used for open air seating;
however, this exception does not apply to accessory uses including but not limited
to sky boxes, restaurants and similarly enclosed areas."
(52) Section 907.2.12.2 is changed by changing the beginning paragraph to read as
follows:
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"907.2.12.2. Emergency voice/alarm communication system. The operation of
any automatic fire detector, sprinkler, water-flow device or manual fire alarm box
shall automatically sound an alert tone followed by voice instructions giving
approved information and directions on a general or selective basis to the
following terminal areas on a minimum of the alarming floor, the floor above, and
the floor below in accordance with the building's fire safety and evacuation plans
required by Section 404."
(53) In Section 907.4, add a second paragraph to read as follows:
"Manual alarm actuating devices shall be an approved double action type."
(54) Add Section 907.6.1 to read as follows:
"907.6.1 Installation. All fire alarm systems shall be installed in such a manner
that the failure of any single alarm-actuating or alarm-indicating device will not
interfere with the normal operation of any other such devices. All systems shall be
Class "A" wired with a minimum of six feet separation between supply and return
circuit conductors. IDC - Class "A" Style D; SLC - Class "A" Style 6; NAC -
Class "B" Style Y. The IDC from an addressable device used to monitor the
status of a suppression system may be wired Class B, Style B provided the
distance from the addressable device is within lO-feet of the suppression system
device."
(55) Section 907.8.2 is changed to read as follows:
"907.8.2 High-rise buildings. In buildings that have floors located more than 55
feet (16,764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access, a
separate zone by floor shall be provided for all of the following types of alarm-
initiating devices where provided:
1. Smoke detectors
2. Sprinkler water-flow devices
3. Manual fire alarm boxes
4. Other approved types of automatic fire detection devices or suppression
systems."
(56) In Section 913.1, add a paragraph to read as follows:
"When located on the ground level, the fire pump room shall be provided with an
exterior fire department access door that is not less than 3 ft. in width and 6 ft. - 8
in. in height, regardless of any interior doors that are provided. A key box shall
be provided at this door, as required by Section 506.1."
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(57) In Section 913.4, add a second paragraph to read as follows:
"The fire-pump system shall also be supervised for "loss of power," "phase
reversal" and "pump running" conditions by supervisory signal on distinct
circuits."
(58) Section 1008.1.3.4 is changed to add 7 as follows:
"7. If a full building smoke detection system is not provided, approved smoke
detectors shall be provided on both the access and egress sides of doors and in a
location approved by the authority having jurisdiction of NFP A 72. Actuation of
a smoke detector shall automatically unlock the door."
(59) Section 1020.1.7 is changed to read as follows:
"1020.1.7 Smoke proof enclosures. In buildings required to comply with
Section 403 or 405 of the mc, each of the exits of a building that serves stories
where the any floor surface is located more than 55 feet (16 764 mm) above the
lowest level of fire department vehicle access or more than 30 feet (9144 mm)
below the level of exit discharge serving such floor levels shall be smoke proof
enclosure or pressurized stairway in accordance with Section 909.20."
(60) In Section 1101.2, add an exception to read as follows:
"Exception: Buildings regulated under State Law and built in accordance with
State certified plans, including any variances or waivers granted by the State, shall
be deemed to be in compliance with the requirements of this Chapter."
(61) In Section 1210.2, exception 2 is changed to read as follows:
"2. Toilet rooms that are not accessible to the public and which have not more
than one water closet; provided that walls around urinals comply with the
minimum surrounding material specified by Section 419.3 of the International
Plumbing Code. Section 1403.3 is changed to read as follows:"
(62) Add Section 1403.7 to read as follows:
"1403.7 Vapor retarder. In all framed walls, floors and roof/ceilings comprising
elements of the building thermal envelope, a vapor retarder, when installed, shall
be installed in a manner so as to not trap moisture. Vapor retarders shall be tested
in accordance with ASTM E 96."
(63) Add Section 1404.1.1 to read as follows:
"1404.1.1 Masonry required. All multi-family buildings shall have a minimum
of eighty percent (80%) masonry material on the exterior surfaces. All non-
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residential buildings shall have a mInImUm of ninety percent (90%) masonry
material on the exterior surfaces. Exterior surfaces shall exclude windows, doors,
and other appurtenances. Masonry must have a minimum thickness of three and
one-half inches (3 1/2") in order to be included in the above percentages."
(64) In Table 1505.1, replace footnotes band c with the following:
"1. All individual replacement shingles or shakes shall be in compliance with the
rating required by this table.
2. Non-classified roof coverings shall be permitted on buildings of U occupancies
having not more than 120 square feet of projected roof area. When exceeding 120
sq.ft of projected roof area, buildings of U occupancies may use non-rated non-
combustible roof coverings."
(65) Section 1505.7 is deleted
(66) Add Section 1803.3.1 to read as follows:
"1803.3.1 Drainage requirements. Any person, firm, or corporation who builds or
causes to be built any residential dwelling or residential accessory structure shall be
responsible for the execution of the following site grading requirements and
drainage provisions:
(a) The slope of the final grading of soils at the side yard of any residential dwelling or
residential accessory structure shall not exceed a gradient of 5% when measured
from grade at the side property line to a point of intersection with the elevation of
grade at the foundation wall of the structure.
(b) Diversion of surface water shall be contained within the limits of a residential lot
and shall be conveyed by a free, positive, and uninterrupted means to a point of
discharge at the front property line and/or property line adjacent to an alley. Roof
drainage shall be accomplished by use of a roof guttering system connected to a
properly sized subsurface drainage conduit discharging through the curb at the street
or at the property line adjacent to an alley.
(c) If irregular site topography, use of landscaping, or architectural features such as
raised planting beds, retaining walls, fences, or sidewalks prohibit compliance with
provisions of this section, the designer shall provide alternate methods and means as
may be approved by the Community Development Manager to assure that the
requirements of this Code are met. The drainage plan must be submitted, reviewed,
and approved prior to issuance of a building permit and the work must be approved
prior to final inspection and occupancy of the structure.
(d) A drainage system capable of removing excess surface water, subsurface water,
and/or excess moisture shall be provided under all pier and beam foundations
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exceeding five hundred (500) square feet in area and all basements or below grade
construction. The subsurface water drainage system shall be of a type and design as
provided by the City of University Park. The designer of the pier and beam
foundation system shall include the subsurface drainage system design by reference
in plan notes or details on the foundation plan. All subsurface water drainage
systems shall be designed and installed on private property in such a manner as to
prohibit back flow from surface water by means of grading, check valve, air gap, or
other device as may be approved by the Community Development Manager. The
drainage system design for a basement or below grade construction shall be such
that surface water, subsurface water, and/or moisture is not diverted onto public
property or adjacent properties, provided however, such water may be drained
through enclosed pipe into the City's storm water drainage system.
Exception: Pier and beam foundation systems and basement or below grade
construction designed and sealed by a registered professional engineer with design
expertise in structural foundation systems may incorporate a design for a foundation
drainage system as deemed appropriate.
(e) All site drainage requirements shall be installed and approved prior to final approval
of the structure and occupancy thereof. The Community Development Manager
shall inspect and approve all drainage plans, structures, and work required by this
section."
(67) Add Section 1803.3.2 to read as follows:
"1803.3.2 Maximum impermeable surface. It shall be required as a condition for
granting a permit to build, repair, remodel, enlarge or replace a structure or install
additional features such as swimming pools, drives, patios, etc., which increase
impermeable surface, that the following standards be met and complied with.
Impermeable areas of all lots shall be limited to those specified for the following lot
categories:
Lot Category/S.P. of Lot
Allowed
Impermeable Surface
Multi-family
63%
Non-residential lots
90%
Exception: The utilization of perforated paving stone or other permeable material
may allow for a reduction in the total calculated impermeable surface area as
determined by the Community Development Manager."
(68) Add Section 2308.2.3 to read as follows:
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"2308.2.3 Application to engineered design. When accepted by the Community
Development Manager, any portion of this section is permitted to apply to
buildings that are otherwise outside the limitations of this section provided that:
1. The resulting design will comply with the requirements specified in Chapter
16;
2. The load limitations of various elements of this section are not exceeded; and
3. The portions of this section which will apply are identified by an engineer in
the construction documents."
(69) Section 2901.1 is changed to add a sentence to read as follows:
"The provisions of this Chapter are meant to work in coordination with the
provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Plumbing Code. Should any conflicts
arise between the two chapters, the Community Development Manager shall
determine which provision applies."
(70) Sections 2902.1 and 2902.2 are changed to add the following subsections.
"2902.1 Minimum number of fixtures. Plumbing fixtures shall be provided for
the type of occupancy and in the minimum number as follows:
1. Assembly Occupancies: At least one drinking fountain shall be provided at
each floor level in an approved location.
Exception: A drinking fountain need not be provided in a drinking or dining
establishment.
2. Groups A, B, F, H, I, M and S Occupancies: Buildings or portions thereof
where persons are employed shall be provided with at least one water closet
for each sex except as provided for in Section 2902.2.
3. Group E Occupancies: Shall be provided with fixtures as shown in Table
2902.1.
4. Group R Occupancies: Shall be provided with fixtures as shown in Table
2902.1.
(71) Section 3002.4 Elevator car to accommodate ambulance stretcher.
Where elevators are provided in buildings three or more stories above grade
plane or three or more stories below grade plane, at least one elevator shall be
provided for fire department emergency access to all floors. The elevator car
shall be of such a size and arrangement to accommodate a 24-inch by 84-inch
(610 mm by 1930 mm) ambulance stretcher in the horizontal, open position and
shall be identified by the international symbol for emergency medical services
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(star of life). The symbol shall not be less than 3 inches (76mm) high and shall be
placed inside on both sides of the hoistway door frame.
(72) Section 3107 is hereby deleted.
(73) Section 3109 is hereby deleted.
(74) Add Section 3303.7 to read as follows:
"3303.7 Dust and rodent control measures. The work of demolishing any
building shall not be commenced until the required pedestrian protection
structures, dust control procedures, and rat elimination methods are in place. The
Community Development Manager may require the permittee to submit plans and
a complete schedule for demolition, rat elimination, pedestrian protection
structures, and dust control measures. Where such plans and complete schedules
are required, no work shall be done until they are approved by the Community
Development Manager."
(75) Add Section 3303.7.1 to read as follows:
"3303.7 Dust control. The work of demolishing any building shall not be
commenced until the required dust control procedures are in place. The
Community Development Manager may require the applicant to submit plans and
a complete schedule for demolition and dust control measures. Where such
measures are required, no work shall be done until such plans or schedule, or
both, are approved by the Community Development Manager. All reasonable
precautions shall be taken to prevent dust from becoming airborne at and near the
demolition site. The applicant shall provide for the use of water for dust
suppression on the demolition site so as to prevent a public nuisance, health
hazard or safety hazard."
(76) Add Section 3303.7.2 to read as follows:
"3303.7.2 Rodent control. For the purpose of eliminating or controlling rats in a
building scheduled for demolition, the owner or demolition contractor shall be
required to submit a plan to exterminate, bait, trap, poison or fumigate for rats
prior to demolition. Such methods may include "rodent stations" around the
property. If traps are used, they shall be kept set and freshly baited at frequent
intervals and maintained in good working order and shall be inspected daily for
seven (7) days prior to the beginning of demolition. If the plan includes poisoning
or fumigating, it must be conducted in a manner approved by the health officer or
any other authorized agency of the City, State, or United States. To the extent
required by state law, all such methods shall be carried out by licensed pest
control operators."
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