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HomeMy WebLinkAboutORD 5556Amends ORD 5404 CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON ORDINANCE NO. 5556 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, AMENDING SUBSECTIONS 4-5-070B, ADOPTION OF FIRE CODE AND STANDARDS, AND 4-5- 070C, AMENDMENTS AND ADDITIONS TO THE FIRE CODE, OF CHAPTER 5, BUILDING AND FIRE PREVENTION STANDARDS, OF TITLE IV (DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS) OF ORDINANCE NO. 4260 ENTITLED "CODE OF GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON", TO ADOPT BY REFERENCE THE 2009 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE WITH THE CITY'S AMENDMENTS THERETO. THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: SECTION I. Subsection 4-5-070B, Adoption of Fire Code and Standards, of Chapter 5, Building and Fire Prevention Standards, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of Ordinance No. 4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton, Washington", is hereby amended as follows: B. ADOPTION OF FIRE CODE AND STANDARDS: The City does hereby adopt the 2006 2009 International Fire Code and Appendices B, H and J published by the International Code Council, by reference as provided by State law, with the amendments, deletions or exceptions as noted herein. SECTION II. Subsection 4-5-070C, Amendments and Additions to the Fire Code, of Chapter 5, Building and Fire Prevention Standards, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of Ordinance No. 4260 entitled "Code of General Ordinances ofthe City of Renton, Washington", is hereby amended as follows: C. AMENDMENTS AND ADDITIONS TO THE FIRE CODE: ORDINANCE NO. 5556 1. Subsection 101.1, Title, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Fire Code ofthe City of Renton, hereinafter referred to as "this code." Any references to "this jurisdiction" shall be references to the City of Renton, Washington. 2. Subsection 101.2, Scope, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding a new subpartsection 56, to read as follows: 5 6. Matters related to preparedness for natural or manmade disasters. 3. Subsection 402*5102.7, Referenced codes and standards, of the International Fire Code, 2006 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 102.6 102.7 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be those that are listed in Chapter 45 47, except the phrase "Electrical Code adopted by the City of Renton" shall be substituted for all references to the ICC Electrical Code NFPA 70-08 National Electrical Code. Such codes and standards shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference as determined or modified by the Fire Code Official. In the event the referenced codes are inconsistent with this €code, this €code shall apply. 4. Subsection 103.1, General, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 103.1 General. All references in this code to the "department of fire prevention within the jurisdiction" shall be synonymous with the Fire and Emergency Services Department under the direction of the Fire Code Official. The function ofthe department shall be the implementation, administration and enforcement of the provisions of this code. 5. Subsection 103.3, Deputies, of the International Fire Code, 2006 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by changing the title to "Fire Marshal/Deputy(s)/Assistant(s)," and to read as follows: ORDINANCE NO. 5556 103.3 Fire Marshal/Deputy(s)/Assistant(s). In accordance with prescribed procedures of this jurisdiction, the Fire Code Official shall have the authority to appoint a Fire Marshal, Deputy Fire Marshal(s) and/or Assistant Fire Marshal(s), other related technical officers, inspectors and other employees. 6. Section 103.4.1, Legal defense, of the International Fire Code, 2006 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 103.4.1 Legal defense. The administrative authority or any employee performing duties in connection with the enforcement of this code and acting in good faith and without malice in the performance of such duties shall be relieved from any personal liability for any damage to persons or property as a result of any act or omission in the discharge of such duties, and in the event of claims and/or litigation arising from such act or omission, the City Attorney shall, at the request of and on behalf of said administrative authority or employee, investigate and defend such claims and/or litigation and if the claim be deemed by the City Attorney a proper one or if judgment be rendered against such administrative authority or employee, said claim or judgment shall be paid by the City. 7. Subsection 104.1, General, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding new subsections, to read as follows: 104.1.1 Discretionary authority. The Fire Chief/Emergency Services Administrator, Fire Marshal, Deputy and/or Assistant Fire Marshal(s) and Inspectors assigned to the Community Risk Reduction section shall have the authority and discretion to enforce this code. 104.1.2 Ministerial authority. Members of the Fire and Emergency Services Department who are not assigned to the Community Risk Reduction section of the department shall exercise authority as designated by the Fire Chief/Emergency Services Administrator in department policy or as described in this code. 8. Subsection 104.10.1, Assistance from other agencies, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 104.10.1 Assistance from other agencies. Police and other enforcement agencies shall have authority to render necessary assistance in the investigation of fires or the enforcement of this code as requested by the Fire Code Official or his/her designee. ORDINANCE NO. 5556 9. Subsection 104.11.2, Obstructing operations, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 104.11.2 Obstructing operations. No person shall obstruct the operations of the Fire and Emergency Services Department in connection with extinguishment, control, or investigation of any fire or actions relative to other emergencies, or disobey any lawful command of the fire chief or officer of the Fire and Emergency Services Department in charge of the emergency, or any part thereof, or any lawful order of a police officer assisting the Fire and Emergency Services Department. 10. Subsection 105.1.1, Permits required, ofthe International Fire Code, 2006 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding a new subsection, to read as follows: 105.1.1.1 Operational permit fees. The fee for permits issued in accordance with section 105.6 ofthe International Fire Code and permits issued for underground tank removal shall be as stipulated in RMC 4-1-150 the City of Renton Fee Schedule Brochure, Fire Prevention Fees. Fees for tank storage shall be assessed for each individual tank. Exception: Permit fees for Class IIIB liquid storage shall be assessed for each tank up to a total of five tanks, and no additional fee shall be charged for the sixth through the tenth tank. The eleventh tank and each subsequent tank of Class IIIB liquids shall be assessed per tank. The permits shall expire one (1) year after date of issuance or as otherwise noted on the permit. The permit fee shall be payable at or before the time of issuance or renewal of the permit. In the event of failure to remit payment for an operational permit within thirty (30) days after receipt of application or renewal notice, the fee for the permit shall be double the amount ofthe above-stated fee. 11. Subsection 105.3.2, Extensions, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 105.3.2 Extensions. A permittee holding an unexpired permit shall have the right to apply for an extension of the time within which the permittee will commence work under that permit when work is unable to be commenced within the time required by this section for good and satisfactory reasons. The Fire Code Official is authorized to grant, in writing, one (1) or more extensions of ORDINANCE NO. 5556 the time period of a permit for periods of not more than one hundred eighty {1801 days each. Such extensions shall be requested by the permit holder in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated. 12. Subsection 105.4.1, Submittals, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding new subsections, to read as follows: 105.4.1.42 Construction plan review. Plans shall be submitted for review and approval prior to issuing a permit for work set forth in Subsections 105.7.1 through 105.7.12. 105.4.1.2-3 Plan review and construction fees. Construction plans required to be reviewed by this Chapter and the International Fire Code shall be charged in accordance with RMC 4 1 150, Fire Provontion Foes the City of Renton Fee Schedule Brochure. 13. Subsection 105.6.16. Flammable and combustible liquids, of the International Fire Code, 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 105.6.16 Flammable and combustible liquids. An operational permit is required: 1. To use or operate a pipeline for the transportation within facilities of flammable or combustible liquids. This requirement shall not apply to the off-site transportation in pipelines regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) or nor does it apply to piping systems. 2. To store, handle or use Class I liquids in excess of 5 gallons (19L) in a building or in excess often (10) gallons (37.9L) outside of a building, except that a permit is not required for the following: 2.1. The storage or use of Class I liquids in the fuel tank of a motor vehicle, aircraft, motorboat, mobile power plant or mobile heating plant unless such storage, in the opinion of the Fire Code Official, would cause an unsafe condition. 2.2 The storage of use of paints, oils, varnishes or similar flammable mixtures when such liquids are stored for maintenance, painting or similar purposes for a period of not more than thirty (30) days. 3. To store, handle or use Class II or Class IMA liquids in excess of twenty-five (25) gallons (95 L) in a building or in excess of sixty (60) gallons (227L) outside a building, except for fuel oil used in connection with oil-burning equipment in single-family and duplex dwellings. ORDINANCE NO. 5556 4. To store, handle or use Class IIIB liquids in tanks or portable tanks for fueling motor vehicles at motor fuel-dispensing facilities or where connected to fuel-burning equipment. Exception: Fuel oil and used motor oil used for space heating or water heating in single-family or duplex dwellings. 5. To remove Class I or II liquids from an underground storage tank used for fueling motor vehicles by any means other than the approved, stationary on-site pumps normally used for dispensing purposes. 6. To operate tank vehicles, equipment, tanks, plants, terminals, wells, fuel-dispensing stations, refineries, distilleries and similar facilities where flammable and Class II, IIIA or IIIB combustible liquids are produced, processed transported, stored, dispensed or used. 7. To place temporarily out of service (for more than ninety (90) days) an underground, protected above-ground or above-ground flammable or combustible liquid tank. 8. To change the type of contents stored in a flammable or combustible liquid tank to a material that poses a greater hazard than that for which the tank was designed and constructed. 9. To manufacture, process, blend or refine flammable or combustible liquids. 10. To engage in the dispensing of liquid fuels into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles at commercial, industrial, governmental or manufacturing establishments. 11. To utilize a site for the dispensing of liquid fuels from tank vehicles into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles, marine craft and other special equipment at commercial, industrial, governmental or manufacturing establishments. 14. Subsection 105.6.23 Hot work operations, of the International Fire Code, 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 105.6.23 Hot works operations. An operational permit is required for hot work including, but not limited to: conducted. 1. Public exhibitions and demonstrations where hot work is 2. Use of portable hot work equipment inside a structure- Exception deleted. 3. Fixed-site hot work equipment such as welding booths. ORDINANCE NO. 5556 4. Hot work conducted within a wildfire risk area. 5. Application of roof coverings with the use of an open-flame device. 6. When approved, the Fire Code Official shall issue a permit to carry out a hot work program. This program allows approved personnel to regulate their facility's hot work operations. The approved personnel shall be trained in the fire safety aspects denoted in this Chapter and shall be responsible for issuing permits requiring compliance with the requirements found in Chapter 26. these permits shall be issued only to their employees or hot work operations under their supervision. 4315. Subsection 105.6.34. Places of Assembly, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding a new subsection, to read as follows: 105.6.34.1 Temporary place of assembly/special event permit. An operational permit is required for any special event where three hundred (300) or more people will congregate, either outdoors or indoors, in other than a Group A Occupancy. 4416. Subsection 105.7.7, Hazardous materials, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 105.7.7 Hazardous materials. A construction permit is required to install, repair damage to, abandon, remove, place temporarily out of service, or close or substantially modify a storage facility, tank, or other area regulated by Chapter 27 when the hazardous materials in use or storage exceed the amounts listed in Table 105.6.20. Exceptions: 1. Routine maintenance. 2. For emergency repair work performed on an emergency basis, application for permit shall be made within two (2) working days of commencement of work. 4517. Subsection 107.1, Maintenance of safeguards, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding a new subsection, to read as follows: ORDINANCE NO. 5556 107.1.1 Malfunctioning alarm fee. Whenever an alarm system is activated due to a malfunction and the Fire and Emergency Services Department is dispatched, a report ofthe false alarm will be recorded for the building or area affected. For the first, second and third false alarm within a calendar year, no fee will be assessed. For every false alarm caused by a malfunction of the alarm beyond the third false alarm a fee will be assessed as per RMC 4 1 150 the City of Renton Fee Schedule Brochure. 4518. Subsection 108.1, Board of appeals established, of the International Fire Code, 2006 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by changing the title to "Hearing Examine^ and amending to read as follows: 108.1 Hearing Examiner. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the Fire Code Official relative to the application and interpretation of this code, the Hearing Examiner process established by the City of Renton shall have authority. 4719. Subsection 108.3, Qualifications, of the International Fire Code, 2006 2009 Edition, is hereby deleted. 4820. Subsection 109.2, Notice of violation, of the International Fire Code, 2006 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 109.2 Notice of violation. When the Fire Code Official finds a building, premises, vehicle, storage facility or outdoor area that is in violation of this code, the Fire Code Official is authorized to prepare a written notice of violation describing the conditions deemed unsafe and, when compliance is not immediate, specifying a time for reinspection. 4921. Subsection 109.2.1, Service, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding new subsections, to read as follows: 109.2.1.1 Reinspection. Whenever the Fire and Emergency Services Department has given notification of a violation that required a reinspection and thirty (30) days have expired with such condition or violation still in existence, a "Subsequent Reinspection" will be required. 109.2.1.2 Reinspection Fee. Any Subsequent Reinspection, after the original thirty (30) days period of time, shall bo done only upon require the ORDINANCE NO. 5556 payment of a reinspection fee as specified in RMC 4 1 150, Firo Prevention Foes the City of Renton Fee Schedule Brochure, to be assessed against the person owning, operating or occupying the building or premises wherein the violation exists. This reinspection fee must be paid within ten (10) days of the notice for the reinspection. However, any building owner, operator or occupant, upon a reasonable request to the Fire Code Official, may obtain an extension of said thirty (30) days period for a reasonable period to be established by the Fire Code Official to allow such time for compliance. The request for an extension must be received by the Fire and Emergency Services Department prior to the expiration ofthe original reinspection date. 2022. Subsection 109.2.2, Compliance with orders and notices, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding a new subsection, to read as follows: 109.2.2.1 Notice and Responsibility. Whenever the infraction, condition or violation involves the structural integrity of the building, then the notice of the infraction, condition or violation shall be sent to both the building owner and its occupant or occupants. Should compliance with the fire code so as to remedy the infraction, condition or violation require additions or changes to the building or premises, which would be part ofthe structure or the fixtures to the realty, then the responsibility to remedy the infraction, condition, or violation shall be upon the owner ofthe building unless the owner and occupant shall otherwise agree between themselves and so notify the City. Should the occupant not remedy the infraction, condition, or violation, then the City shall have the right to demand such remedy from the owner of the premises. 2423. Subsection 109.3, Violation Penalties, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 109.3 Violation Penalties. Persons who shall violate a provision of this code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall erect, install, alter, repair or do work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the Fire Code Official, or of a permit or certificate used under provisions of this code, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to the penalties in RMC 1-3-1, except as provided in RMC 4-5-070C.42 and 96 &&. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense. ORDINANCE NO. 5556 22-24. Subsection 111.4, Failure to comply, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 111.4 Failure to comply. Any person who shall continue any work after having been served with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, subject to RMC 1-3-1. 2325. Section 202, General Definitions, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by changing the definitions of "Fire Chief" and "Fire Code Official" to read as follows: FIRE CHIEF/EMERGENCY SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR. The administrator charged with the overall direction and oversight of the City of Renton's emergency services including community risk reduction, fire/rescue services, emergency medical services and emergency management, and shall include all references in this code to the "fire chief?^ FIRE CODE OFFICIAL. The Fire Chief/Emergency Services Administrator, who shall be the chief law enforcement officer with respect to this code. 2426. Section 202, General Definitions, of the International Fire Code, 2006 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding the following definitions: AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATOR (AED). An automated external defibrillator (AED) is a portable automatic device used to restore normal heart rhythm to patients in cardiac arrest. SHALL. The word "shall" is defined to have the following meaning: a. With respect to the functions and powers of the Fire Code Official, any agents and employees of the City of Renton, and any Board authorized hereunder, a direction and authorization to act in the exercise of sound discretion and in good faith; and b. With respect to the obligations upon owners, occupants of the premises and their agents, there is a mandatory requirement to act in compliance with this code at the risk of civil and criminal liability upon failure to so act. SPECIAL EVENT. For the purposes of this code, events that have large occupant loads or create a potential hazard to the participants or the community shall be defined as a "special event" including: 10 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 a. Any event that occurs in a permitted place of assembly that introduces a hazard regulated by this code and not approved at the time of the issuance ofthe Place of Assembly Permit. b. Any event with an occupant load that exceeds three hundred (300) in a location that does not have a Place of Assembly Permit. c. All temporary places of assembly. TEMPORARY PLACE OF ASSEMBLY. An occupancy not classified as "Assembly Group A" that is used for activities normally restricted to assembly occupancies and limited to a period of less than thirty (30) calendar days of assembly use. 252.7. Subsection 307.1, General, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 307.1 General. Open burning is hereby prohibited in conformance with the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency and the Department of Ecology regulations. 2528. Subsection 307.2, Permit required, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby deleted. 27. Subsoction 308.3.1, Open flamo cooking devices, ofthe International Fire Code, 2006 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding now subsections, to read as follows: 308.3.1.2 Flaming Food and Bovorages Preparation. Tho preparation of flaming foods or bovorages in places of assembly and drinking or dining establishments shall bo in accordance with this section. 308.3.1.2.1 Dispensing. Flammable or combustible liquids used in the preparation of flaming foods or beverages shall bo dispensed from one of the following: i. A 1 ounce (29.6 ml) container, or ii. A container not exceeding 1 quart (946.5 ml) capacity with controlled pouring device that will limit the flow to a 1 ounce (29.6 ml) serving. 308.3.1.2.2 Containers Not in Use. Containers shall bo secured to prevent spillage whon not in use. 11 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 308.3.1.2.3 Serving of Flaming Food. Tho serving of flaming foods or beverages shall be done in a safe manner and shall not create high flames. The pouring, ladling or spooning of liquids is restricted to a maximum height of eight (8) inches (203 mm) above tho receiving receptacle. 308.3.1.2.4 Location. Flaming foods or beverages shall bo prepared only in the immediate vicinity ofthe table being served. They shall not bo transported or carried while burning. Section 308.3.1.2.5 Firo Protection. Tho person preparing tho flaming foods or bovorages shall have a wet cloth immediately available for use in smothering the flames in tho ovont of an emergency. 2829. Subsection 314.4, Vehicles, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 314.4 Vehicles. Liquid or gas-fueled vehicles, fueled equipment, boats or other motor craft shall not be located indoors except as follows: 1. Batteries are disconnected. 2. Fuel in fuel tanks does not exceed one-quarter (1/4) tank or five {51 gallons (19 L) (whichever is least). 3. Fuel tanks and fill openings are closed and sealed to prevent tampering. 4. Vehicles, boats, other motor craft equipment, and fueled equipment are not fueled or defueled within the building. 2930. Subsection 401.3, Emergency ferees-responder notification, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by changing the title to "Emergency services notification'^ and to read as follows: 401.3 Emergency services notification. In the event an unwanted fire, medical emergency, or hazardous material release occurs on a property, the owner or occupant shall immediately report such condition to the Fire and Emergency Services Department. Building employees and tenants shall implement the appropriate emergency plans and procedures. No person shall, by verbal or written directive, require any delay in the reporting of a fire, medical emergency, or hazardous material release to the Fire and Emergency Services Department. 401.3.1 Making false report. It shall be unlawful for a person to give, signal, or transmit a false alarm. 12 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 401.3.2 Alarm activations. Upon activation of a fire alarm signal, employees or staff shall immediately notify the Fire and Emergency Services Department. 401.3.3 Emergency evacuation drills. Nothing in this section shall prohibit the sounding of a fire alarm signal or the carrying out of an emergency evacuation drill in accordance with the provisions of Section 405. 30. Subsection 406.3, Employee training program, of the International Firo Code, 2006 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding a now subsection, to read as follows: 406.3.4 Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Training. Whero AEDs are required by this code, omployoos shall be trained in tho use of and bo familiar with the locations ofthe AEDs. 31. Subsection 408.2, Group A occupancies, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding new subsections to read as follows: 408.2.3 Automated External Defibrillators (AED). Group A-l through A-5 occupancies and special events, with an occupancy load or event of three hundred (300) or more persons, shall have available and maintain an AED on the premises. 408.2.3.1 Placement. The location of the AEDs shall be as determined by the Fire Code Official with a one way travel distance not to exceed six hundred (600) feet. 408.2.3.2 Notification. The Fire and Emergency Services Department shall be notified in writing of the installation and location of an AED on the premises. 408.2.3.3 AED Maintenance. AEDs shall be maintained as per the manufacturer's requirements. 408.2.3.4 Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Training. Where AEDs are required by this code, employees shall be trained in the use of and be familiar with the locations of the AEDs. 32. Subsection 408.5 Group 1-1 occupancies, of the International Fire Code, 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 13 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 408.5 Group 1-1 occupancies. Group 1-1 occupancies shall comply with the requirements of Subsections 408.5.1 through 408.5.5, Sections 401 through 406 and Subsections 408.12 through 408.12.8. 33. Subsection 408.6. Group 1-2 occupancies, of the International Fire Code, 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 408.6 Group 1-2 occupancies. Group 1-2 occupancies shall comply with the requirements of Subsections 408.6.1 through 408.6.2, Sections 401 through 406 and Subsections 408.12 through 408.12.8. Drills are not required to comply with the time requirements of Subsection 405.4. 34. Subsection 408.7, Group 1-3 occupancies, of the International Fire Code, 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 408.7 Group 1-3 occupancies. Group 1-3 occupancies shall comply with the requirements of Subsections 408.7.1 through 408.7.4, Sections 401 through 406 and Subsections 408.12 through 408.12.8. 35. Section 408. Use and Occupancy-Related Requirements, of the International Fire Code, 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding a new subsection to read as follows: 408.12 Boarding homes and residential care facilities (1-1. 1-2. 1-3, R-2 and R-4 occupancies). Facilities classified as nursing homes by Washington State Administrative Code subsection 388-97-001 shall comply with Subsections 408.12.1 through 408.12.8. Facilities classified as boarding homes by Washington State Administrative Code subsection 388-78A-2020 shall comply with Subsections 408.12.1 through 408.12.5 for those residents who are unable to care for themselves because of special needs due to health or age. Boarding homes shall comply with Subsections 408.12.6 through 408.12.8 regardless of the capabilities of their residents. R-2 and R-4 occupancies that do not fall under the State definition of boarding homes (Washington Administrative Code subsection 388-78A-2020) are exempt from requirements under Subsection 408.12. 408.12.1 Receiving facilities. The fire safety, emergency and evacuation plans must include memoranda of understanding (MOU) with appropriate facilities that can receive residents with special needs if the host facility must be evacuated. 14 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 408.12.2 Transportation agreements. The fire safety, emergency and evacuation plans must include memoranda of understanding (MOU) with transportation companies or services to provide sufficient transportation resources for residents with special needs and their attending staff in the event of an evacuation. 408.12.3 Residential tracking. The fire safety, emergency and evacuation plans must include provisions for tracking residents with special needs in the event of an evacuation. The facility must be able to account for each resident's method of transportation and destination including residents who are picked up by non-staff members, even if a transfer of care occurs after the resident's arrival at a secondary facility. 408.12.4 Medications and medical equipment. The fire safety, emergency and evacuation plan must include provisions for transporting medications and essential medical equipment for residents to the receiving location in the event of an evacuation. 408.12.5 Access to patient medical records. Staff must have access to patient medical records and information in the event of a disaster or emergency. It is the responsibility ofthe facility operators to arrange for secure records storage to access vital medical records even if residents or patients have been evacuated to a secondary facility. 408.12.6 Emergency communications. The facility must maintain the ability to receive emergency warnings and public information messages even during a power outage. A NOAA weather radio along with a battery operated AM/FM radio provides sufficient warning and information capability to meet this requirement. The facility must have an emergency communications plan to communicate with off-site staff to inform them of the facility's status, evacuations, or a need for increased staffing levels if normal modes of communication are not operational. The emergency communications plan will also address communication with the families of residents regarding residents' status, location and safety when the resident is unable to carry out communications on their own. 408.12.7 Environment. The facility must have a plan and readily accessible provisions to maintain a safe temperature environment and adequate ventilation for residents in the event of a utility or equipment outage. The facility must also provide non-flame sources of lighting sufficient to keep residents safe when moving around the facility. Candles or other flame sources of heat and light are not approved due to the increased risk of fire. 408.12.8 Supplies. The facility must have a minimum of a three (3) day supply of non-perishable food, water, medical, hygiene, sanitation and other supplies necessary to provide a safe environment and sustain the life, health, and comfort of the residents and the staff that care for them. All 15 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 supplies must fit the dietary and medical needs of residents and staff. The supplies should also be transported to the receiving facility during an evacuation if the availability of the necessary supplies cannot be guaranteed at the secondary location- Exception: If there is backup power for refrigeration, the three (3) days' supply of food may be stored in any form. 32-36. Subsection 503.1, Where required, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 503.1 Where required. Fire apparatus access roads shall be provided and maintained in accordance with Subsections 503.1.1 through 503.2. 3337. Subsection 503.1.2, Additional access, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to add a new subsection, to read as follows: 503.1.2.1 Two means of access. Two (2) means of approved access shall be required when a complex of three (3) or more buildings is located more than two hundred feet (200') from a public road. (RMC 4-6-060G.5.) 3438. Subsection 503.2, Specifications, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 503.2 Specifications. Fire apparatus access roads shall be installed and arranged in accordance with RMC 4-4-080 and 4-6-060. 3539. Subsection 503.4, Obstruction of fire apparatus access roads, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding a new subsection, to read as follows: 503.4.1 Enforcement. The Fire and Emergency Services Department may issue non-traffic citations to vehicles parked in a fire lane or blocking a fire hydrant in accordance with the Bail Schedule established by Renton Municipal Court. The application of the above penalty shall not be held to prevent the enforced removal of prohibited conditions. 16 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 3540. Subsection 505.1, Address numbers, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding new subsections, to read as follows: 505.1.1 Identification size. In order that the address identification is plainly visible, the following minimum sizes, figures or numbers, in block style in contrasting color shall be used in accordance with the following: 1. Single-family residential houses-four inches (4"). 2. Multi-family residential, commercial, or small business: fifty feet {50'1 or less setback - six inches (6"); more than fifty feet (50') setback - ten inches (10"). 3. Large commercial or industrial areas: one hundred feet (100') or less setback - eighteen inches (18"); more than one hundred feet (100') setback - twenty-four inches (24"). 505.1.2 Rear Door Marking. When vehicle access is provided to the rear of commercial, industrial and warehouse buildings, the rear doors servicing individual businesses shall be marked to indicate address and/or unit identification with letters or numbers at least four 444-inches (4") high. 505.1.3 Suite numbers. Buildings consisting of separate suites with the same building address shall have their suite number marked so that the suite is readily identifiable and the numbers or letters sized as per Subsection 505.1.1. Exception: Suites located on an interior hall or corridor shall have lettering at least one 444-inch (1") high. 3741. Subsection 508.5.1 507.5.1, Where required, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 508.5.1 507.5.1 Where required. Where a portion of the facility or building hereafter constructed or moved into or within the jurisdiction is more than 450 one hundred fifty feet (150') from a hydrant on a fire apparatus access road, as measured by an approved route around the exterior of the facility or building, on-site fire hydrants and mains shall be provided where required by the Fire Code Official. Exceptions: 1. For Group R-3 and Group U occupancies, the distance requirement shall 300 three hundred feet (300'). 2. Deleted. 17 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 42. Section 510, Emergency Responder Radio Coverage, of the International Fire Code, 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 510.1 Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to provide minimum standards to ensure a reasonable degree of reliability for emergency services communications from within certain buildings and structures within the City to and from emergency communications centers. It is the responsibility of the emergency service provider to get the signal to and from the building site. 510.2 Applicability. This Section applies to new construction permits issued after the effective date of this Section. A Certificate of Occupancy shall not be issued to any structure if the building fails to comply with this Section. 510.3 Building radio coverage. Except as otherwise provided, no person shall maintain, own, erect, or construct any building or structure or any part thereof, or cause the same to be done which fails to support adequate radio coverage for City emergency services workers, including but not limited to firefighters and police officers. For purposes of this Section, adequate radio coverage shall mean that the in-building radio coverage is sufficient to pass the testing procedures set forth in this Section. Permits to install any In-Building Radio System will require a construction permit issued by the City of Renton Development Services Division. 510.4 Exceptions. This Section shall not apply to the following: 510.4.1 Existing buildings or structures unless undergoing renovation. 510.4.2 Single-family and duplex residential buildings. 510.4.3 Structures that are fifty thousand (50,000) square feet in size or less without subterranean storage or parking. The subterranean areas shall not be exempt from these requirements. 510.4.4 Wood-constructed residential structures four (4) stories or less without subterranean storage or parking. 510.4.5 Buildings constructed prior to the implementation of this Section shall not be required to comply with public safety radio coverage provisions of this Section. However, should exempted structures undergo renovations, restoration, significant modifications or provide an addition in area greater than twenty percent (20%) of the footprint of the original structure, exemption from the provisions of this Section shall not apply. 510.5 Adequate radio coverage. Minimum signal strength of three (3) micro volts shall be available in ninety-five percent (95%) of all areas of the building and ninety-nine percent (99%) in elevators (measured at the primary 18 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 recall floor), stair shafts and Fire Command Centers when transmitted from the Regional 800 MHz Radio System. 510.6 Minimum signal strength. Minimum signal strength of one (1) micro volts received by the Regional 800 MHz Radio System when transmitted from ninety-five percent (95%) of all areas of the building and ninety-nine percent (99%) in elevators (measured at the primary recall floor), stair shafts and Fire Command Centers. 510.7 Frequency range. 510.7.1 The frequency range which must be supported shall be public safety frequency spectrum as determined by the regional Radio System operator in all areas of the building. Measurements in-buildings for the purpose of this Section shall be to a portable radio of the type the City and the 911 system then currently utilize. The City's Development Services Director may designate alternate methods of measuring the signal level, which satisfy appropriate levels of public safety grade coverage. 510.7.2 The amplification system must be capable of future modifications to a frequency range subsequently established by the City. If the system is not capable of modification to future frequencies, then a new system will need to be installed to accommodate the new frequency band. 510.8 Testing procedures. 510.8.1 When an in-building radio system is required, and upon completion of installation, it will be the building owner's responsibility to have the radio system tested to ensure that two-way coverage on each floor of the building is a minimum of ninety-five percent (95%). All testing shall be conducted by a technician in possession of a current FCC license, or a technician certified by the Associated Public-Safety Communications Officials International (APCO) or the Personal Communications Industry Association (PCIA). All testing shall be done in the presence of the special inspector for the City. Each floor of the building shall be divided into a grid of approximately twenty (20) equal areas. A maximum of two (2) nonadjacent areas will be allowed to fail the test. In the event that three (3) of the areas fail the test, in order to be more statistically accurate, the floor may be divided into forty (40) equal areas. In such event, a maximum of four (4) nonadjacent areas will be allowed to fail the test. After the forty (40) area test, if the system continues to fail, the building owner shall have the system altered to meet the ninety-five percent (95%) coverage requirement. 510.8.2 The test required by this Section shall be conducted using a portable radio ofthe type the City and the 911 system then currently utilize. A spot located approximately in the center of a grid area will be selected for the test, then the radio will be keyed to verify two-way communications to and from the outside of the building through the 911 system. Once the center spot has 19 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 been selected, prospecting for a better spot within the grid area will not be permitted. 510.8.3 The gain values of all amplifiers shall be measured and the test measurement results shall be provided to the building owner, and shall be kept on file with the building owner in the building. The measurements can be compared and verified each year during the owner's annual tests, as provided herein. In the event that the measurement results become lost, the building owner shall notify the Building Code Official who will cause a rerun of the acceptance test to establish the gain value. 510.8.4 When an in-building radio system is required, the building owner shall cause a technician in possession of a current FCC license, or a technician certified by the APCO or the PCIA, to test all active components of the system, including but not limited to amplifiers, power supplies and backup batteries, a minimum of once every twelve (12) months. Amplifiers shall be tested to ensure that the gain remains the same as that found upon initial installation and acceptance. Backup batteries and power supplies shall be tested under load for a one (1) hour test period, in the opinion of the testing technician, if the battery exhibits symptoms of failure, the test shall be extended for additional one (1) hour periods until the testing technician confirms the integrity of the battery. All other active components shall be checked to determine that they are operating within the manufacturer's specifications for the intended purpose. The technician shall prepare a written report documenting the test findings, and the building owner shall provide the Development Services Director with a copy within ten (10) days of completion of testing. 510.8.5 Each building owner shall submit at least one (1) field test, or as determined by the Development Services Director, whenever structural changes occur to the building that would materially change the original field performance tests by a consultant approved by the Development Services Director. The performance test shall include, at minimum, a floor plan and the signal strength in various locations ofthe building. 510.9 Amplification systems allowed. 510.9.1 Buildings and structures which cannot support the required level of radio coverage shall be equipped with a radiating cable system and/or an internal multiple antenna system with FCC type accepted bi- directional 800 MHz amplifiers, or systems otherwise approved by the Development Services Director in order to achieve the required adequate radio coverage. 510.9.2 If any part ofthe installed system or systems contains an electronically powered component, the installed system or systems shall be capable of operating on an independent battery system for a period of at least 20 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 twelve (12) hours without external power input. The battery system shall automatically charge in the presence of external power input. 510.9.3 Amplification equipment must have adequate environmental controls to meet the heating, ventilation, cooling and humidity requirements ofthe equipment that will be utilized to meet the requirements of this code. The area where the amplification equipment is located also must be free of hazardous materials such as fuels, asbestos, etc. All communications equipment including amplification systems, cable and antenna systems shall be grounded with a single point ground system of five (5) ohms or less. The ground system must include an internal tie point within three feet (3') of the amplification equipment. System transient suppression for the telephone circuits, ac power, radio frequency cabling and grounding protection are required as needed. 510.9.4 A public safety radio amplification system shall include filters to reject frequencies below eight hundred fifty-one (851) MHz and frequencies above eight hundred sixty (860) MHz by a minimum of thirty-five (35) dB. 510.9.5 The following information shall be provided to the Development Services Director by the builder: A blueprint showing the location ofthe amplification equipment and associated antenna systems which includes a view showing building access to the equipment, and schematic drawings ofthe electrical, backup power, antenna system and any other associated equipment relative to the amplification equipment including panel locations and labeling. 510.10 Approved prior to installation. No amplification system capable of operating on frequencies used by the Regional 800 MHz Radio System shall be installed without prior coordination and approval of the radio system licensee (Valley Communications) and any such system must comply with any standards adopted by the King County Regional Communications Board. 510.11 Noncompliance. After discovery and notice of noncompliance, the building owner is provided six (6) months to remedy the deficiency and gain compliance. 510.12 Penalties. Any person violating any of the provisions of the Section shall be subject to penalties in accordance with the general penalty provisions of Renton Municipal Code Section 1-3-1. In addition, any building or structure which does not meet the requirements set forth in this code is hereby declared to be a public nuisance, and the City may, in addition to seeking any other appropriate legal remedy, pursue equitable remedies to abate said nuisance in accordance with Renton Municipal Code Section 1-3-3. 510.13 Severability. If any subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this Section is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, 21 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 distinct, and independent provision and such holding shall not affect the validity ofthe remaining portions hereof. 3843. Subsection 602.1, Definitions, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding the following definition: POWER TAP. A listed device for indoor use consisting of an attachment plug on one end of a flexible cord and two (2) or more receptacles on the opposite end and over current protection. 3944. Subsection 604.2, Where required, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 604.2 Where required. Emergency and standby power systems shall be provided where required by Subsections 604.2.1 through 604.2.21. 4045. Subsection 604.2, Where required, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding new subsections, to read as follows: 604.2.20 604.2.19 Group 1-1 and Group 1-2 Nursing Home Occupancies. In addition to specific requirements listed elsewhere in the codes referenced in Subsection 102.6, approved manually switched standby power systems in new Group 1-1 and 1-2 occupancies shall be provided to power the following operations: 1. Heating and refrigeration. 2. Communications and alarm systems. 3. Ventilation systems. 4. Emergency lighting. 5. Patient-care related electrical circuits. 6. At least one (1) elevator used by residents- Existing Group 1-1 and 1-2 occupancies and boarding homes will have two (2) years from the effective date of this ordinance to comply with this Subsection. 604.2.21 604.2.20 Automotive Fuel Dispensing Facilities. All new commercial fuel dispensing facilities shall be provided with an approved standby power system to provide power to facilitate maintaining fuel dispensing during local power outages or disaster. 22 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 4446. Subsection 605.10, Portable, electric space heaters, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding a new subsection, to read as follows: 605.10.5 Tip-Over Switch. All portable electric space heaters shall be equipped with an automatic tip-over shut-off switch. Exception: Approved liquid-filled portable heaters. 4247. Subsection 806.1.1, Restricted Occupancies, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 806.1.1 Restricted occupancies. Natural cut trees shall be prohibited in Group A, E, 1-1, 1-2, 1-3, 1-4, M, R-l, R-2, R-2 providing licensed care to clients in one of the categories listed in IBC section 310.1 licensed by Washington State and R-4 occupancies. Exceptions: 1. Trees located in areas protected by an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Subsections 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2 shall not be prohibited in Groups A, E, M, R-l and R-2. 2. Trees treated with a flame retardant and renewed to maintain flame resistance, subject to the approval ofthe Fire Code Official. 3. Trees shall be allowed within dwelling units in Group R-2 occupancies. 43. Subsection 807.1, General roquiromonts, of tho International Fire Code, 2006 Edition, is hereby amended to road as follows: 807.1 General roquiromonts. In occupancies in Groups A, B, E, I and R-l and dormitories in Group R 2, curtains, draperies, hangings and other decorative materials suspended from walls or ceilings shall moot tho flame propagation performance criteria of NFPA 701 in accordance with Section 807.2 or bo noncombustiblo. In Groups I 1 and I 2, combustible decorative materials shall moot the flamo propagation criteria of NFPA 701 unless the decorative materials, including, but not limited to, photographs and paintings, are of such limited quantities that a hazard of firo development or spread is not present. In Group I 3, combustible decorative materials are prohibited. 23 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 Fixed or movable walls and partitions, paneling, wall pads and crash pads, applied structurally or for decoration, acoustical correction, surface insulation or other purposes, shall bo considorod interior finish if they cover 10 percent or more of the wall or of the coiling area, and shall not bo considered decorative materials or furnishings. In Group B and M occupancies, fabric partitions suspended from tho ceiling and not supported by tho floor shall moot tho flamo propagation performance criteria in accordance with Section 807.2 and NFPA 701 or shall bo noncombustiblo. 4448. Chapter 8, Interior Finish, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding a new section, to read as follows: SECTION 809 ATRIUM FURNISHINGS Atrium furnishings shall comply with Subsections 809.1 and 809.2. 809.1. Potential heat. Potential heat of combustible furnishings and decorative materials within atria shall not exceed nine thousand (9,000) BTU per pound (20,934 J/g) when located within an area that is more than 20-twenty feet (20') (6096 mm) below ceiling level sprinklers. 809.2. Decorative materials. Decorative material in atria shall be noncombustible, flame resistant or treated with a flame retardant. 4549. Subsection 901.5.1, Occupancy, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 901.5.1 Occupancy. It shall be unlawful to occupy any portion of a building or structure until the required fire detection, alarm and suppression systems have been tested and approved. All acceptance tests shall be witnessed by the Fire and Emergency Services Department prior to occupancy being granted. 4550. Subsection 901.6, Inspection, testing and maintenance, of the International Fire Code, 2006 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding new subsections, to read as follows: 901.6.3 Annual Certification Required. All sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, portable fire extinguishers, smoke removal systems, air replenishment 24 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 systems, and other fire protective or extinguishing systems shall be certified annually by a qualified agency, except, hood fire extinguishing systems shall be serviced every six (6) months. Documentation of such servicing shall be provided as indicated in Subsection 901.6. 901.6.4 Annual Hazardous Systems Certification. All electronic monitoring systems used in connection with flammable, combustible liquids and/or hazardous materials shall be certified annually by a qualified agency. Documentation of the system certifications shall be forwarded to the Fire and Emergency Services Department indicating each system has been tested and functions as required. 4751. Subsection 903.2, Where required, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be provided in the locations described in this sSection. All newly constructed buildings with a gross square footage of five thousand (5,000) or greater square feet, regardless of type of use as well as zero lot line townhouses with an aggregate area of all connected townhouses equaling five thousand (5,000) or greater square feet must be sprinklered. Additions to existing buildings which would result in a gross floor area greater than five thousand (5,000) square feet must be retrofitted with an automatic sprinkler system. Exception: 1. One-time additions to International Building Code Group R-3 occupancies of up to five hundred (500) square feet are permitted without compliance with this Section. 2. ©«e—and—two—Single-family and duplex dwellings and townhouses built in compliance with the International Residential Code and meeting fire flow and access requirements ofthe City of Renton. When not required by other provisions of this chapter, a fire- extinguishing system installed in accordance with NFPA 13 may be used for increases and substitutions allowed in Subsections 504.2, 506.3 and Table 601 of the Building Code. 4852. Subsection 903.2.1.1, Group A-l, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 25 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 903.2.1.1 Group A-l. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-l occupancies where one (1) ofthe following conditions exists: 1. The gross floor area exceeds five thousand (5,000) square feet; 2. The fire area has an occupant load of three hundred (300) or more; 3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge serving such occupancies; or 4. The fire area contains a multi-theater complex. 53. Subsection 903.2.1.2 Group A-2. of the International Fire Code, 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 903.2.1.2 Group A-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for group A-2 occupancies where one (1) the following conditions exists: 1. The gross floor area exceeds five thousand (5,000) square feet; 2. The fire area has an occupant load of one hundred (100) or more; or 3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge serving such occupancies. 4954. Subsection 903.2.1.3, Group A-3, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 903.2.1.3 Group A-3. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-3 occupancies where one (1) ofthe following conditions exists: 1. The gross floor area exceeds five thousand (5,000) square feet; 2. The fire area has an occupant load of three hundred (300) or more; or 3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge serving such occupancies. 26 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 Exception: Areas used exclusively as participant sports areas whore tho main floor area is located at tho samo level as tho lovol of exit discharge of tho main entrance and exit. 5055. Subsection 903.2.1.4, Group A-4, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 903.2.1.4 Group A-4. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-4 occupancies where one (1) ofthe following conditions exists: 1. The gross floor area exceeds five thousand (5,000) square feet; 2. The fire area has an occupant load of three hundred (300) or more; or 3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge serving such occupancies. Exception: Areas used exclusively as participant sports areas whore the main floor area is located at tho same level as the level of exit discharge of tho main entrance and exit. 56. Subsection 903.2.1.5. Group A-5, of the International Fire Code, 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 903.2.1.5 Group A-5. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-5 occupancies in the following areas: concession stands, retail areas, press boxes and other accessory use areas in excess of one thousand (1,000) square feet. 57. Subsection 903.2.2. Group B ambulatory health care facilities, of the International Fire Code, 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 903.2.2 Group B ambulatory health care facilities. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all fire areas containing a Group B ambulatory health care facility occupancy when either of the following conditions exists at anytime: 1. Four (4) or more care recipients are incapable of self- preservation. 2. One (1) or more care recipients who are incapable of self- preservation are located at other than the level of exit discharge serving such occupancy. 27 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 5458. Subsection 903.2.2 903.2.3. Group E, of the International Fire Code, 2006 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 903.2.2 903.2.3 Group E. An approved automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group E ©occupancies as follows: where tho gross floor aroa exceeds 5,000 squaro foot. Exceptions: 1. Throughout every portion of educational buildings below the level of exit discharge. Throughout all Group E fire areas greater than five thousand (5,000) square feet in area. 2. Throughout all newly constructed Group E Occupancies having an occupant load of 50 or more for more than 12 hours por wook or 4 hours in any one day. A minimum water supply mooting tho roquiromonts of NFPA 13 shall bo required. Throughout every portion of educational buildings below the lowest level of exit discharge serving that portion ofthe building. 3. Portable school classrooms, provided the aggregate area of aW any clusters of portable school classrooms does not exceed five thousand (5,000) square feet, and clusters of portable school classrooms shall be separated as required in Chapter 5 of by the Building Code. 4. Basements: An automatic sprinkler system shall bo installed in basements classified as a Group E Occupancy when the basement is larger than 1,500 squaro foot in floor area. When—net—required—by other provisions of this chapter,—a fire extinguishing system installed in accordance with NFPA 13 may bo used for increases and substitutions allowed in Sections 504.2, 506.3, and Table 601 of the Building Code. 5259. Subsection 903.2.3 903.2.4. Group F-l, of the International Fire Code, 2006 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by changing the title to "Group B, Fy-Hj and S Occupancies/'z and to read as follows: 903.2.3 903.2.4 Group B, Fj—Hj and S Occupancies. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings containing a Group B, FJ-WF or S occupancy with over five thousand (5,000) square feet of gross floor area. 903.2.4.1 Woodworking operations. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all group F-l occupancy fire areas that 28 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 contain woodworking operations in excess of two thousand five hundred (2,500) square feet in area which generate finely divided combustible waste or which use finely divided combustible materials. 60. Subsection 903.2.5. Group H, ofthe International Fire Code, 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 903.2.5 Group H. Automatic sprinkler systems shall be provided in high- hazard occupancies as required in Subsections 903.2.5.1 through 903.2.5.3. 903.2.5.1 General. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in Group H occupancies. 903.2.5.2 Group H-5 occupancies. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout buildings containing Group H-5 occupancies. The design of the sprinkler system shall not be less than that required under the International Building Code for the occupancy hazard classifications in accordance with Table 903.2.5.2. Where the design area ofthe sprinkler system consists of a corridor protected by one (1) row of sprinklers, the maximum number of sprinklers required to be calculated is thirteen (13). TABLE 903.2.5.2 GROUP H-5 SPRINKLER DESIGN CRITERIA LOCATION Fabrication areas Service corridors Storage rooms without dispensing Storage rooms with dispensing Corridors OCCUPANCY HAZARD CLASSIFICATION Ordinary Hazard Group 2 Ordinary Hazard Group 2 Ordinary Hazard Group 2 Extra Hazard Group 2 Ordinary Hazard Group 2 903.2.5.3 Pyroxylin plastics. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in buildings, or portions thereof, where cellulose nitrate film or pyroxylin plastics are manufactured, stored or handled in quantities exceeding one hundred (100) pounds. 61. Subsection 903.2.6 Group I, ofthe International Fire Code, 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 903.2.6 Group I. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings with a Group I fire area. 29 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 Exception: An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Subsection 903.3.1.2 or 903.3.1.3 shall be allowed in Group 1-1 facilities. 5362. Subsection 903.2.3 903.2.7. Group M, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 903.2.6 903.2.7 Group M. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings containing a Group M occupancy where one (1) of the following conditions exists: 1. Where a Group M gross floor area exceeds five thousand {5,0001 square feet; 2. Where a Group M fire area is located more than three {3J stories above grade.T-ef 3. Where the combined area of all Group M fire areas on all floors, including any mezzanines, exceeds five thousand (5,000) square feet. 4. Where a Group M occupancy that is used for the display and sale of upholstered furniture and/or mattresses exceeds five thousand (5,000) square feet. 5463. Subsection 903.2.7 903.2.8, Group R, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding new subsections, and to read as follows: 903.2.8 Group R. An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Subsection 903.3 shall be provided throughout all buildings with a Group R fire area. 903.2.7.1 903.2.8.1 Group R-3 Occupancy. When the occupancy has over 12,000 five thousand (5,000) square feet of gross floor area. 903.2.7.2 903.2.8.2 Dwellings. When proposed within all residential zones, clustered or constructed so that, when attached, the total square foot gross floor area of all dwelling units exceeds 12,000 five thousand (5,000) square feet. For the purpose of this subsection, portions of buildings separated by one (1) or more firewalls will not be considered a separate building. 64. Subsection 903.2.9. Group S-l, of the International Fire Code, 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 30 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 903.2.9 Group S-l. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings containing a Group S-l occupancy where one (1) ofthe following conditions exists: 1. A Group S-l fire area exceeds five thousand (5,000) square feet. 2. A Group S-l fire area is located more than three (3) stories above grade plane. 3. The combined area of all Group S-l fire areas on all floors, including any mezzanines, exceeds five thousand (5,000) square feet. 4. A Group S-l fire area used for the storage of commercial trucks or buses where the fire area exceeds five thousand (5,000) square feet. 903.2.9.1 Repair garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings used as repair garages in accordance with Section 406 ofthe International Building Code, as shown: 1. Buildings having two (2) or more stories above grade plane, including basements, with a fire area containing a repair garage exceeding five thousand (5,000) square feet. 2. Buildings no more than one (1) story above grade plane, with a fire area containing a repair garage exceeding five thousand (5,000) square feet. 3. Buildings with repair garages servicing vehicles in basements. 4. A Group S-l fire area used for the repair of commercial trucks or buses where the fire area exceeds five thousand (5,000) square feet. 903.2.9.2 Bulk storage of tires. Buildings and structures where the area for storage of tires exceeds twenty thousand (20,000) cubic feet shall be equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Subsection 903.3.1.1. 65. Subsection 903.2.10 Group S-2 enclosed parking garages, of the International Fire Code, 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 903.2.10 Group S-2 enclosed parking garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings classified as enclosed parking garages in accordance with Subsection 406.4 ofthe International Building Code as follows: 1. Where the fire area of the enclosed parking garage exceeds five thousand (5,000) square feet; or 2. Where the enclosed parking garage is located beneath other groups. 31 ORDINANCE N0.5556 Exception: Enclosed parking garages located beneath Group R-3 occupancies. 903.2.10.1 Commercial parking garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings used for storage of commercial trucks or buses where the fire area exceeds five thousand (5,000) square feet. 66. Subsection 903.2.11 Specific building areas and hazards, of the International Fire Code, 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 903.2.11 Specific building areas and hazards. In all occupancies an automatic sprinkler system shall be installed for building design or hazards in the locations set forth in Subsections 903.2.11.1 through 903.2.11.6. Exception: Groups R-3 and U. 903.2.11.1 Stories without openings. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all stories, including basements, of all buildings where the floor area exceeds one thousand five hundred (1,500) square feet unless there is at least one (1) of the following types of exterior wall openings: 1. Openings below grade that lead directly to ground level by an exterior stairway complying with Section 1009 or an outside ramp complying with Section 1010. Openings shall be located on the exterior wall of the story on at least one (1) side. The required openings shall be distributed so that the lineal distance between adjacent openings does not exceed fifty feet {50A 2. Openings entirely above the adjoining ground level totaling at least twenty (20) square feet in each fifty (50) linear feet, or fraction thereof, of exterior wall in the story on at least one (1) side. The required openings shall be distributed so that the lineal distance between adjacent openings does not exceed fifty feet (50'). 903.2.11.1.1 Opening dimensions and access. Openings shall have a minimum dimension of not less than thirty inches (30"). Such openings shall be accessible to the fire department from the exterior and shall not be obstructed in a manner that fire fighting or rescue cannot be accomplished from the exterior. 903.2.11.2 Openings on one side only. Where openings in a story are provided on only one (1) side and the opposite wall of such story is more than seventy-five feet (75') from such openings, the story shall be equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system or openings as specified above shall be provided on at least two (2) sides ofthe story. 32 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 903.2.11.1.3 Basements. Where any portion of a basement is located more than seventy-five feet (754 from openings required by Subsection 903.2.11.1, the basement shall be equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system. 903.2.11.2 Rubbish and linen chutes. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed at the top of rubbish and linen chutes and in their termination rooms. Chutes extending through three (3) or more floors shall have additional sprinkler heads installed within such chutes at alternate floors. Chute sprinklers shall be accessible for servicing. 903.2.11.3 Buildings fifty-five feet (55') or more in height. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout buildings with a floor level having an occupant load of thirty (30) or more that is located fifty-five feet (55') or more above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access- Exception: Airport control towers. 903.2.11.4 Ducts conveying hazardous exhausts. Where required by the International Mechanical Code, automatic sprinklers shall be provided in ducts conveying hazardous exhaust, flammable or combustible materials- Exception: Ducts where the largest cross-sectional diameter of the duct is less than ten inches (10"). 903.2.11.5 Commercial cooking operations. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in a commercial kitchen exhaust hood and duct system where an automatic sprinkler system is used to comply with Section 904. 903.2.11.6 Other required suppression systems. In addition to the requirements of Subsection 903.2, the provisions indicated in Table 903.2.11.6 also require the installation of a fire suppression system for certain buildings and areas. 67. Subsection 903.2.12. During construction, of the International Fire Code, 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 903.2.12 During construction. Automatic sprinkler systems required during construction, alteration and demolition operations shall be provided in accordance with Section 1413. 5568. Subsection 903.2, Where required, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding new subsections, to read as follows: 903.2.14 903.2.13 Automatic Sprinkler Systems in New Buildings. 33 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 903.2.14.1 903.2.13.1 Buildings over five thousand (5.000) square feet. A fully automatic fire protection sprinkler system is to be installed in all new buildings in excess of five thousand (5,000) square feet total gross floor area, regardless of vertical or horizontal fire barriers. Such sprinkler system shall be designed, installed and tested as per Subsection 903.3. 903.2.11.2 903.2.13.2 Buildings less than five thousand (5.000) square feet. A fully automatic fire protection sprinkler system may be required by the Chief of the Fire and Emergency Services Department or the Fire Code Official for buildings less than five thousand (5,000) square feet gross floor area when, in their judgment, supported by written documentation from a professional organization (such as NFPA, ICC, SBCC, U.L, ISO, etc.) verifies that hazardous operations, hazardous contents, critical exposure problems, limited accessibility to the building or other items may contribute to a definite hazard. 903.2.15 903.2.14 Sprinkler Systems in Remodeled Buildings. The requirements for the installation of fire protection sprinkler systems in remodeled buildings shall be as indicated in Subsections 903.2.154.1 and 903.2.154.2. 903.2.15.1 903.2.14.1 Existing sprinklered buildings. When existing buildings with full sprinkler systems are remodeled or added onto, the remodeled or added on portion shall be fully sprinklered. 903.2.15.2 903.2.14.2 Existing non-sprinklered buildings. When an existing building is added onto or remodeled and the resulting total square foot gross floor area exceeds five thousand (5,000) square feet, then the entire structure shall be fully sprinklered. All existing non-sprinklered buildings currently exceeding five thousand (5,000) square feet where a remodel, alteration or repair exceeds 50 fifty percent (50%) of the building valuation within a three (3)-year period shall have a sprinkler system installed throughout. Valuation shall be determined from the King County Assessor records at the time ofthe first application for a permit. 5569. Subsection 903.3.1.2, NFPA 13R sprinkler systems, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 903.3.1.2 NFPA 13R sprinkler systems. Whore allowed in buildings of Group R, up to and including four stories in height, aAutomatic sprinkler systems in Group R occupancies up to and including four (4) stories in height shall be permitted to be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13R. NFPA 13R systems shall be limited to buildings with a maximum gross floor area of twelve thousand (12,000) square feet. 34 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 5770. Subsection 903.4.2, Alarms, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 903.4.2 Alarms. Approved audible and visible alarm notification appliances shall be connected to every automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 907 and throughout areas designated by the Fire Code Official. Sprinkler water-flow alarm devices shall be activated by water flow equivalent to the flow of a single sprinkler of the smallest orifice size installed in the system. Alarm devices shall be provided on the exterior ofthe building in an approved location. Where a fire alarm system is installed, actuation of the automatic sprinkler system shall actuate the building fire alarm system. Exceptions: 1. With approval of the Fire Code Official, audible and visible alarm notification appliances may be omitted for approved residential sprinkler systems in 4single-family or 2duplex dwelling units if not otherwise specifically required. 2. Alarms are not required for approved domestically supplied local systems with ten (10) heads or less per building. 5871. Subsection 903.4.3, Floor Control Valves, ofthe International Fire Code, 2006 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 903.4.3 Floor Control Valves. Approved supervised indicating control valves shall be provided at the point of connection to the riser on each floor. Exception: When approved by the Fire Code Official in NFPA 13D and NFPA 13R Systems. 5972. Section 903, Automatic Sprinkler Systems, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding a new subsection, to read as follows: 903.7 Riser Room Access. All NFPA 13, 13R and any 13D systems serving five (5) or more dwelling units, sprinkler system risers shall be located in a dedicated room with an exterior door, lighting and heat. Exception: 13D single and two-family residences or townhome sprinkler systems with four (4) units or less. 35 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 5073. Subsection 904.11, Commercial cooking systems, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 904.11 Commercial cooking systems. The automatic fire-extinguishing system for commercial cooking systems shall be of a type recognized for protection of commercial cooking equipment and exhaust systems of the type and arrangement protected. Prezengineered automatic dry- and wet-chemical extinguishing systems shall be tested in accordance with UL 300 and listed and labeled for the intended application. Existing suppression systems not in compliance shall be replaced with a conforming system whenever any of the following occurs: • Any modifications are made to the structure ofthe kitchen hood. • Re-arrangement of appliances under the hood requires change in nozzle placement. • Any additional cooking appliances are added to the cook line. • The system can no longer be serviced due to the lack of available manufacturer's listed parts. • Lard or Aanimal fats are replaced with one (1) or more cooking medium that operates at higher temperatures than the suppression system was designed and tested for in the UL listing. If the manufacturer's original listing was conducted using animal fats, the business owner shall provide a letter to the Renton Fire and Emergency Services Department certifying that the cooking system will only be used with animal fats. A sign with three inches (3") high letters stating "Animal Fat Oils Only" shall be installed on the front ofthe hood. Existing wet-chemical systems that are not in compliance with current UL 300 Standards shall be updated within two (2) years from the effective date of this ordinance. Other types of automatic fire-extinguishing systems shall be listed and labeled for specific use as protection for commercial cooking operations. The system shall be installed in accordance with this code, its listing and the manufacturer's installation instructions. Automatic fire-extinguishing systems of the following types shall be installed in accordance with the referenced standard indicated, as follows: 1. Carbon dioxide extinguishing systems, NFPA 12. 2. Automatic sprinkler systems, NFPA 13. 3. Foam-water sprinkler system or foam-water spray systems, NFPA 16. 36 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 4. Dry-chemical extinguishing systems^ NFPA 17. 5. Wet-chemical extinguishing systems, NFPA 17A. 5474. Subsection 905.3.1, Building fcHeight, of the International Fire Code, 2006 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 905.3.1 Building feHeight. Class III standpipe systems shall be installed throughout buildings where the floor level of the highest story is located more than 20 twenty feet (20') above the lowest level of the Fire and Emergency Services Department vehicle access, or where the floor level ofthe lowest story is located more than 20-twentv feet (20') below the highest level of Fire and Emergency Services Department vehicle access. Exceptions: (not amended) 1. Class I standpipes are allowed in buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Subsection 903.3.1.1 or 903.2.1.2. 2. Class I manual standpipes are allowed in open parking garages where the highest floor is located not more than one hundred fifty feet (150') above the lowest level of Fire and Emergency Services Department vehicle access. 3. Class I manual dry standpipes are allowed in open parking garages that are subject to freezing temperatures, provided that the hose connections are located as required for Class II standpipes in accordance with Subsection 905.5. 4. Class I standpipes are allowed in basements equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system- s' Group R-3 does not require standpipes. 5275. Subsection 905.3, Required installations, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding a new subsection, to read as follows: 905.3.8 High-Rise Building Standpipes. Standpipe risers shall be combination standpipe/sprinkler risers using a minimum pipe size of six inches {6^1 inch diameter. Two (2) two and one half inches {2-1/2^1 meh hose connections shall be provided on every intermediate floor level landing in every required stairway unless otherwise approved by the Fire Code Official. Where pressure reduction valves (PRV) are required, each hose connection shall be 37 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 provided with its own PRV. The system shall be designed to provide a minimum flow of three hundred (300) gpm at a minimum pressure of one hundred fifty {1501 psi (maximum two hundred (200) psi) at each standpipe connection, in addition to the flow and pressure requirements contained in NFPA 14. 5376. Subsection 905.8, Dry standpipes, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 905.8 Dry standpipes. Dry standpipes, when approved by the Fire Code Official, are acceptable in other than high-rise buildings. 64. Subsection 906.1, Whoro required, number 1, of tho International Fire Code, 2006 Edition, is hereby amended by deleting tho Exception to item number 1. 5577. Subsection 907.1.2 907.1.3. Equipment, of the International Fire Code, 2005-2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 907.1.2 907.1.3 Equipment. Systems and their components shall be listed and approved for the purpose for which they are installed. All new alarm systems shall be addressable. Each device shall have its own address and shall annunciate individual addresses at a UL Central Station. Exception: Systems that have not more than twelve (12) zones and not more than five (5) devices on each zone. 5578. Subsection 907.2.2, Group B, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 907.2.2 Group B. A manual fire alarm system shall be installed in the following Group B Occupancies: 1. Those having an occupant load of five hundred (500) or more persons or more than one hundred (100) persons above or below the lowest level of exit discharge. 2. Those that are two (2) or more stories in height or three thousand (3,000) and 10,000 square feet or more in area. 3. The Group B fire area contains a Group B ambulatory health care facility. 38 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 Exception: Deleted. 5779. Subsection 907.2.3, Group E, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by deleting Exception number 2. 5880. Subsection 907.2.4, Group F, of the International Fire Code, 2006 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by deleting the Exception. 5981- Subsection 907.2.7, Group M, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by deleting Exceptions number 1 and 2. 7082. Subsection 907.2.8.1, Manual Fire Alarm System, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by deleting Exceptions 1 and 2. 7483. Subsection 907.2.9, Group R-2, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by deleting Exceptions 1, 2, and 3. 7284. Subsection 907.2.9, Group R-2, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding a new subsection, to read as follows: 907.2.9.1 907.2.9.4 Multi-family complexes. Multi-family complexes with three (3) or more separate buildings within the complex, including recreation and/or day-care buildings, shall be provided with approved fire alarm systems regardless of size. The buildings within the complex shall have each building monitored by an approved central station. 7385. Subsection 907.2, Where required - New buildings and structures, of the International Fire Code, 2006 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding a new subsection, to read as follows: 907.2.24 Structures in excess of three thousand (3.000) Square Feet. An approved total coverage addressable manual and automatic fire alarm system shall be provided in accordance with NFPA Standard 72 in all structures in excess of three thousand (3,000) square feet of total floor area. Exceptions: 39 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 For the purpose of Section 907, fire walls constructed in accordance with Chapter 7 ofthe IBC, in Group R-3 and U occupancies, shall not define separate buildings. 7486. Subsection 907.20.5 907.9.5, Maintenance, inspection and testing, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding a new subsection, to read as follows: 907.20.5.1 907.9.5.1 Nonconforming alarm systems. In the event that an alarm system does not meet these requirements, it shall be a further requirement of this chapter that modifications necessary to meet these minimum levels are made to the alarm system and subsequent testing is conducted prior to any occupancy being granted. 7587. Subsection 914.3, High-rise buildings, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 914.3 High-rise buildings. High-rise buildings shall comply with Subsections 914.3.1 through 911.3.7 914.3.8. 7588. Subsection 914.3, High-rise buildings, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding new subsections, to read as follows: 914.3.6 914.3.7 Air replenishment systems. All high-rise buildings shall be equipped with an approved rescue air replenishment system. The system shall provide an adequate pressurized fresh air supply through a permanent piping system for the replenishment of portable life sustaining air equipment carried by Fire and Emergency Services Department, rescue and other personnel in the performance of their duties. Location of access stations, as well as installation and maintenance of the air replenishment systems, shall meet the requirements as determined by the Fire Code Official. A specifications document for the construction of air replenishing systems that conforms to the breathing equipment used by the Renton Fire and Emergency Services Department will be made available by the Fire Code Official. 914.3.7 914.3.8 Fire equipment. A cabinet or other enclosed facility shall be provided in every stairwell, smoke tower or such similar structure on designated floors, commencing with the third floor, seventh floor and every 40 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 fourth floor above the seventh floor for the storage of fire hose and related equipment. Facilities, cabinets, devices, hoses and related equipment shall be furnished by the building owner. All such equipment and the specific location thereof shall be subject to the approval of the Fire Code Official. These rooms will be inspected annually by the Fire and Emergency Services Department and equipment replaced by the building owner or his/her representative at the appropriate service life. 77. Subsection 1024.16.5, Materials and strength, of the International Firo Code, 2006 Edition, is hereby amended to road as follows: 1027.16.5 Materials and strength. Components of firo oscapo stairs shall bo constructed of noncombustiblo materials. Fire escape stairs and balconies shall support tho dead load plus a live load of not loss than 100 pounds per squaro foot (4.78 l<N/ma). Fire escape stairs and balconies shall bo provided with a top and intermediate handrail on each side. The Firo Code Official is authorized to require testing or other satisfactory evidence that an existing firo oscapo stair moots tho roquiromonts of this section. To ensure that firo escapes are safe and work properly, they must bo visually inspected oach year and load tested every five years. A structural engineer or contractor approved by the Firo Code Official shall conduct tho testing. Documentation of the inspection shall bo provided to tho Fire and Emergency Sorvicos Department. 7889. Subsection 1404.5, Fire watch, of the International Fire Code, 2006 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 1404.5 Fire watch. When required by the Fire Code Official for building construction or demolition that is hazardous in nature, qualified personnel shall be provided to serve as an on-site fire watch. Fire watch personnel shall be provided with at least one approved means for notification of the Fire and Emergency Services Department and their sole duty shall be to perform constant patrols and watch for the occurrence of fire. 90. Section 1417. Safeguarding roofing operations, of the International Fire Code, 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 41 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 1417.1 General. Roofing operations utilizing heat-producing systems or other ignition sources shall be conducted in accordance with Subsections 1417.2 through 1417.4 and Chapter 26. 1417.2 Asphalt and tar kettles. Asphalt and tar kettles shall be operated in accordance with Section 303. 1417.3 Fire extinguishers for roofing operations. Fire extinguishers shall comply with Section 906. There shall be not less than one (1) multipurpose portable fire extinguisher with a minimum 3-A 40B:C rating on the roof being covered or repaired. 1417.4 Fire Safety. The roofing contractor shall notify the Fire and Emergency Services Department before leaving the site of torch-applied roofing system and report each day's completion and the presence of any hot spots or fires that were suppressed during the roofing process. 7991. Subsection 2701.5, Permits, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 2701.5 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Subsections 105.6 and 105.7. When required by the Fire Code Official, permittees shall apply for approval to permanently close a storage, use, or handling facility. Such application shall be submitted at least thirty (30) days prior to the termination of the storage, use, or handling of hazardous materials. The Fire Code Official is authorized to require that the application be accompanied by an approved facility closure plan in accordance with Subsection 2701.6.3. All new installations and/or modifications or additions to existing systems shall require plan review and permit fees as stipulated in RMC 4 1 150, Fire Provontion Fees the City of Renton Fee Schedule Brochure. 8092. Subsection 2703.2.6, Maintenance, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 2703.2.6 Maintenance. In addition to the requirements of Subsection 2703.2.3, equipment, machinery, and required detection and alarm systems associated with hazardous materials shall be maintained in an operable condition. Defective containers, cylinders and tanks shall be removed from service, repaired or disposed of in an approved manner. Defective equipment or machinery shall be removed from service and repaired or replaced. Required detection and alarm systems shall be replaced or repaired where defective. All monitoring systems used in connection with hazardous materials shall be 42 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 certified at least annually by a qualified agency. Documentation of the system certification shall be forwarded to the Fire and Emergency Services Department indicating the system has been tested and functions as required. 8493. Subsection 2703.9, General Safety Precautions, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 2703.9 General Safety Precautions. General precautions for the safe storage, handling or care of hazardous materials shall be in accordance with Subsections 2703.9.1 through 2703.9.10 2703.9.11. 8294. Subsection 2703.9, General Safety Precautions, ofthe International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to add a new subsection, to read as follows: 2703.9.10 2703.9.11 Manufacturer's limitations. The storage and use of hazardous materials shall not exceed the manufacturer's limitations on shelf life and any other restrictions on use. 8395. Subsection 3301.1.3 Fireworks, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 3301.1.3 Fireworks. The possession, sale, and discharge of all fireworks are prohibited in the City of Renton, as of May 21, 2005. Exceptions: 1. Storage and handling of fireworks as allowed in Section 3304. 2. Manufacture, assembly and testing of fireworks as allowed in Section 3305. 3. Displays authorized by the City Council under permit issued pursuant to City Code, and the Washington Administrative Code, if required. 4. The possession, storage, sale, handling, and use of specific types of Division 1.4G fireworks where allowed by applicable laws, ordinances and regulations, provided such fireworks comply with CPSC 16 CFR, Parts 1500 and 1507, and DOTn 49 CFR, Parts 100 -178, for consumer fireworks. 43 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 8496. Subsection 3301.2.4.2, Fireworks display, of the International Fire Code, 2006 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by changing the title to "Public Display; Insurance Requiredj'^ and to read as follows: 3301.2.4.2 Public Display; Insurance Required. Any applicant shall, at the time of issuance of such license, submit to the City proper evidence of public liability and property damage insurance and such applicant shall maintain the insurance in a company or companies approved by the City with amounts as follows: One million dollars ($1,000,000.00) or more for injuries to any one (1) person in one (1) accident or occurrence; two million dollars ($2,000,000.00) or more for injuries to two (2) or more persons in any one (1) accident or occurrence; one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) for damage to property in any one (1) accident or occurrence. Such insurance shall name the City as an additional insured and shall not be cancelable except by a forty-five (45)-day pre- cancellation notice in writing to the City. Further, the insurance required herein shall be primary insurance as respects the City. Any insurance, self-insurance, or insurance pool coverage maintained by the City shall be in excess of the insurance required herein and shall not contribute with it. 8597. Subsection 3301.2.4.2, Fireworks display, of the International Fire Code, 2006 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding a new subsection, to read as follows: 3301.2.4.2.1 Pyrotechnic Operator Required. Every eCity-authorized display of fireworks shall be handled and supervised by a state licensed pyrotechnic operator. 8598. Subsection 3301.7, Seizure, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding new subsections, changing the title to "Seizure/Penaltyy'^ and to read as follows: 3301.7 Seizure/Penalty. The City of Renton may employ either, or both, ofthe following processes. 3301.7.1 Seizure. The Fire Code Official is authorized to remove or cause to be removed or disposed of in an approved manner, at the expense of the owner, explosives, explosive materials or fireworks offered or exposed for sale, stored, possessed or used in violation of this chapter. 44 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 3301.7.2 Penalty. Any violation of this chapter on fireworks shall be an infraction only and punishable under RMC 1-3-2 entitled Civil Penalties, except possession, sale or discharge of fireworks not classified as "consumer" by statute, as now or hereafter amended, shall be subject to such fines and penalties as set forth in RCW 70.77.488, 70.77.540, and Chapter 212-17 WAC. 8799. Subsection 3404.2.11, Underground Tanks, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 3404.2.11 Underground Tanks. Underground storage of flammable and combustible liquids in tanks shall comply with Subsection 3404.2 and Subsections 3404.2.11.1 through 3404.2.11.5.3. Corrosion protection shall comply with WAC 173-360-305. All new underground storage tanks shall conform to the standards as defined in the "Underground Storage Tank Secondary Containment Ordinance" (RMC 4-5-120). All provisions of the "Underground Storage Tank Secondary Containment Ordinance" shall apply to the installation, use, maintenance, and abandonment of underground storage tanks. All unauthorized releases from underground storage tanks shall be reported in conformance with RMC 4-5- 120K, Release Reporting Requirements. Leaking tanks shall be promptly emptied and removed from the ground and abandoned in accordance with Subsection 3404.2.14. All new above-ground and underground tank installations and modifications or additions to existing systems shall be subject to plan review and installation fees as described in RMC 4 1 150 the City of Renton Fee Schedule Brochure. 88100. Subsection 3404.2.11.5, Leak prevention, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended by adding a new subsection, to read as follows: 3404.2.11.5.3 Leak Detection System Maintenance and Certification. Leak detection devices and monitoring systems installed in accordance with this Subsection shall be inspected and tested at least annually by a qualified third party, and the test results maintained on site for at least one (1) year. 101. Subsection 4606.17.5, Materials and strength, of the International Fire Code, 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: 45 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 4604.17.5 Materials and strength. Components of fire escape stairs shall be constructed of noncombustible materials. Fire escape stairs and balconies shall support the dead load plus a live load of not less than one hundred (100) pounds per square foot (4.78 kN/M2). Fire escape stairs and balconies shall be provided with a top and intermediate handrail on each side. The Fire Code Official is authorized to require testing or other satisfactory evidence that an existing fire escape stair meets the requirements of this Subsection. To ensure that fire escapes are safe and work properly, they must be visually inspected each year and load tested every five (5) years. A structural engineer or contractor approved by the Fire Code Official shall conduct the testing. Documentation of the inspection shall be provided to the Fire and Emergency Services Department. 89. Chapter 45, Roforoncod Standards, of tho International Fire Code, 2006 Edition, is hereby amended to reference NFPA Standard 13—07, NFPA Standard 13D 07 and NFPA Standard 13R 07. 90102. Appendix B104.2, Area separation, of the International Fire Code, 2005 2009 Edition, is hereby amended to read as follows: Appendix B104.2 Area separation. Portions of buildings, which are separated by one (1) or more four (4)-hour firewalls constructed in accordance with the International Building Code, without openings, and provided with a thirty inches (30")-weh parapet, are allowed to be considered as separate fire areas. SECTION III. This ordinance shall be effective upon its passage, approval, and thirty (30) days after publication. PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this llth day of October , 2010. Bonnie I. Walton, City Clerk 46 ORDINANCE NO. 5556 APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this llth day of October ., 2010. Approved as to form: Lawrence J. Warren, City Attorney ~ «. tn ... .. 10/15/2010 (summary) Date of Publication: ORD:1664:9/l/10:scr b)Ui^J^lf —V Denis Law, Mayor 47