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ORDINANCE NO.5404
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON,WASHINGTON,
AMENDING CHAPTER 5,BUILDING &FIRE PREVENTION
STANDARDS,AND CHAPTER 11,DEFINITIONS,OF TITLE IV
(DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS)OF ORDINANCE NO.4260
ENTITLED "CODE OF GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
RENTON,WASHINGTON,"TO ADOPT THE 2006 INTERNATIONAL
FIRE CODE,AND TO AMEND THE DEFINITIONS OF MEDICAL
INSTITUTIONS AND VEHICLE FUELING STATIONS.
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 &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 International Fire Code and Appendix B,
published by the International Code Council,by reference as provided by State
law,with the amendments,deletions,additions or exceptions as noted herein.
SECTION II.Subsection 4-5-070C,Additions and Amendments to the Fire
Code,of Chapter 5,Building &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:
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C.AMENDMENTS AND ADDITIONS TO THE FIRE CODE:
1.Subsection 101.1,Title,of the International Fire Code,2006
Edition,is hereby amended to read as follows:
101.1 Title.These regulations shall be known as the Fire Code of
the 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,of the International Fire Code,2006
Edition,is hereby amended by adding a new subpart 5,to read as follows:
5.Matters related to preparedness for natural or man made
disasters.
3.Subsection 102.6,Referenced codes and standards,of the
International Fire Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended to read as
follows:
102.6 Referenced codes and standards.The codes and standards
referenced in this code shall be those that are listed in Chapter 45,
Except,the phrase "Electrical Code adopted by the City of
Renton"shall be substituted for all references to the ICC 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.
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4.Subsection 103.1,General,of the International Fire Code,2006
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 of the 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
Edition,is hereby amended by changing the title to "Fire
Marshal/Deputy(s)/Assistant(s),"and to read as follows:
103.3 Fire MarshallDeputy(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 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
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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,2006
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.
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8.Subsection 104.10.1,Assistance from other agencies,of the
International Fire Code,2006 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.
9.Subsection 104.11.2,Obstructing operations,of the International
Fire Code,2006 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,of the International Fire
Code,2006 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 of the International Fire Code and
permits issued for underground tank removal shall be as stipulated
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in RMC 4-1-150,Fire Prevention Fees.Fees for tank storage shall
be assessed for each individual tank.The permits shall expire one
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 of the above-stated fee.
11.Subsection 105.3.2,Extensions,of the International Fire Code,
2006 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 or more extensions of the time
period of a permit for periods of not more than 180 days each.
Such extensions shall be requested by the permit holder in writing
and justifiable cause demonstrated.
12.Subsection 105.4.1,Submittals,of the International Fire Code,
2006 Edition,is hereby amended by adding new subsections,to read as
follows:
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105.4.1.1 Construction plan review.Plans shall be submitted for
review and approval prior to issuing a permit for work set forth in
Sections 105.7.1 through 105.7.12.
105.4.1.2 Plan review and construction fees.Construction plans
required to be reviewed by this Chapter and International Fire
Code shall be charged in accordance with RMC 4-1-150,Fire
Prevention Fees.
13.Subsection 105.6,Places of Assembly,of the International Fire
Code,2006 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 300
or more people will congregate,either outdoors or indoors,in other
than a Group A Occupancy.
14.Subsection 105.7.7,Hazardous materials,of the International
Fire Code,2006 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.
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Exceptions:
1.Routine maintenance.
2.For emergency repair work performed on an emergency
basis,application for permit shall be made within two
working days of commencement of work.
15.Subsection 107.1,Maintenance of safeguards,of the
International Fire Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended by adding a new
subsection,to read as follows:
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 of the 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.
16.Subsection 108.1,Board of appeals established,of the
International Fire Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended by changing the
title to "Hearing Examiner,"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
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Hearing Examiner process established by the City of Renton shall
have authority.
17.Subsection 108.3,Qualifications,of the International Fire Code,
2006 Edition,is hereby deleted.
18.Subsection 109.2,Notice of violation,of the International Fire
Code,2006 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.
19.Subsection 109.2.1,Service,of the International Fire Code,2006
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)day period of time,shall be done only upon
the payment of a reinspection fee as specified in RMC 4-1-150,
Fire Prevention Fees,to be assessed against the person owning,
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operating or occupying the building or premIses wherein the
violation exists.This reinspection fee must be paid within ten (l0)
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)day
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 of the original reinspection date.
20.Subsection 109.2.2,Compliance with orders and notices,of the
International Fire Code,2006 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 of the structure or
the fixtures to the realty,then the responsibility to remedy the
infraction,condition,or violation shall be upon the owner of the
building unless the owner and occupant shall otherwise agree
between themselves and so notify the City.Should the occupant
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not remedy the infraction,condition,or violation,then the City
shall have the right to demand such remedy from the owner of the
premIses.
21.Subsection 109.3,Violation Penalties,of the International Fire
Code,2006 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
4-5-070C86.Each day that a violation continues after due notice
has been served shall be deemed a separate offense.
22.Subsection 111.4,Failure to comply,of the International Fire
Code,2006 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.
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23.Section 202,General Definitions,of the International Fire Code,
2006 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.
24.Section 202,General Definitions,of the International Fire Code,
2006 Edition,is hereby amended by adding the following definitions:
AUTOMATIC 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 "shaW'IS defined to have the following
meanmg:
a.With respect to the functions and powers of the Fire Code
Official,any agents and employees of the City of Renton,and
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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:
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 of the Place of Assembly Permit.
b.Any event with an occupant load that exceeds 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 30 calendar days of assembly use.
25.Subsection 307.1,General,of the International Fire Code,2006
Edition,is hereby amended to read as follows:
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307.1 General.Open burning is hereby prohibited in conformance
with the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency and the Department of
Ecology regulations.
26.Subsection 307.2,Permit required,of the International Fire
Code,2006 Edition,is hereby deleted.
27.Subsection 308.3.1,Open-flame cooking devices,of the
International Fire Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended by adding new
subsections,to read as follows:
308.3.1.2 Flaming Food and Beverages Preparation.The
preparation of flaming foods or beverages in places of assembly
and drinking or dining establishments shall be 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 be
dispensed from one of the following:
1.A I-ounce (29.6 ml)container,or
11.A container not exceeding I-quart (946.5 ml)
capacity with controlled-pouring device that will limit the
flow to a I-ounce (29.6 ml)serving.
308.3.1.2.2 Containers Not in Use.Containers shall be
secured to prevent spillage when not in use.
308.3.1.2.3 Serving of Flaming Food.The servmg of
flaming foods or beverages shall be done in a safe manner
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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 the receiving receptacle.
308.3.1.2.4 Location.Flaming foods or beverages shall be
prepared only in the immediate vicinity of the table being
served.They shall not be transported or carried while
burning.
Section 308.3.1.2.5 Fire Protection.The person preparing
the flaming foods or beverages shall have a wet cloth
immediately available for use in smothering the flames in the
event of an emergency.
28.Subsection 314.4,Vehicles,of the International Fire Code,2006
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 tank or 5
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.
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29.Subsection 401.3,Emergency forces notification,of the
International Fire Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended by changing the
title to "Emergency services notification,"and to read as follows:
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.
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.
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30.Subsection 406.3,Employee training program,of the
International Fire Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended by adding a new
subsection,to read as follows:
406.3.4 Automatic 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.
31.Subsection 408.2,Group A occupancies,ofthe International Fire
Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended by adding new subsections to read
as follows:
408.2.3 Automatic External Defibrillators (AED).Group A-I
through A-5 occupancies and special events,with an occupancy
load or event of 300 or more persons,shall have available and
maintain an AED on the premises.
408.2.3.1 Placement.The location of the AED's shall be as
determined by the Code Official with a one way travel
distance not to exceed 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.AED's shall be maintained as
per the manufacturer's requirements.
32.Subsection 503.1,Where required,of the International Fire
Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended to read as follows:
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503.1 Where required.Fire apparatus access roads shall be
provided and maintained in accordance with Sections 503.1.1
through 503.2.
33.Subsection 503.1.2,Additional access,of the International Fire
Cod~,2006 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 200 'from a public road.(RMC 4-
6-060G5)
34.Subsection 503.2,Specifications,of the International Fire Code,
2006 Edition,is hereby amended to read as follows:
503.2 Specifications.Fire apparatus access roads shall be installed
and arranged in accordance with 4-4-080 and RMC 4-6-060.
35.Subsection 503.4,Obstruction of fire apparatus access roads,
of the International Fire Code,2006 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.
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36.Subsection 505.1,Address numbers,of the International Fire
Code,2006 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 size,figures or numbers,
in block style in contrasting color shall be used in accordance with
the following:
1.Single-family residential houses - 4 " .
2.Multi-family residential,commercial,or small business:50 I
or less setback - 6 " ;more than 50 I setback -10".
3.Large commercial or industrial areas:100 I or less setback
-18 ";more than 100 I setback -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 (4)inches 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 Section 505.1.1.
Exception:Suites located on an interior hall or corridor shall
have lettering at least one (1)inch high.
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37.Subsection 508.5.1,Where required,of the International Fire
Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended to read as follows:
508.5.1 Where required.Where a portion of the facility or
building hereafter constructed or moved into or within the
jurisdiction is more than 150 feet 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 be 300 feet.
2.Deleted.
38.Subsection 602.1,Definitions,of the International Fire Code,
2006 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.
39.Subsection 604.2,Where required,of the International Fire
Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended to read as follows:
604.2 Where required.Emergency and standby power systems
shall be provided where required by Sections 604.2.1 through
604.2.21.
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40.Subsection 604.2,Where required,of the International Fire
Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended by adding new subsections,to
read as follows:
604.2.20 Group 1-1 and Group 1-2 Nursing Home Occupancies.
In addition to specific requirements listed elsewhere in the codes
referenced in Sec.102.6,approved manually switched standby
power systems in new Group I-I 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.
604.2.21 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.
41.Subsection 605.10,Portable,electric space heaters,of the
International Fire Code,2006 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.
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42.Subsection 806.1.1,Restricted Occupancies,of the International
Fire Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended to read as follows:
806.1.1 Restricted occupancies.Natural cut trees shall be
prohibited in Group A,E,I-I,1-2, 1-3,1-4,M,R-I,R-2 and R-4
occupancIes.
Exceptions:
1.Trees located in areas protected by an approved automatic
sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1
or 903.3.1.2 shall not be prohibited in Groups A,E,M,R-I and
R-2.
2.Trees treated with a flame retardant and renewed to
maintain flame resistance,subject to the approval of the Fire
Code Official.
43.Subsection 807.1,General requirements,of the International
Fire Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended to read as follows:
807.1 General requirements.In occupancies in Groups A,B,E,
I and R-I and dormitories in Group R-2,curtains,draperies,
hangings and other decorative materials suspended from walls or
ceilings shall meet the flame propagation performance criteria of
NFP A 701 In accordance with Section 807.2 or be
noncombustible.
In Groups I-I and 1-2,combustible decorative materials
shall meet the flame propagation criteria of NFP A 701 unless the
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decorative materials,including,but not limited to,photographs and
paintings,are of such limited quantities that a hazard of fire
development or spread is not present.In Group 1-3,combustible
decorative materials are prohibited.
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 be considered
interior finish if they cover 10 percent or more of the wall or of the
ceiling area,and shall not be considered decorative materials or
furnishings.
In Group Band M occupancies,fabric partitions suspended
from the ceiling and not supported by the floor shall meet the
flame propagation performance criteria in accordance with Section
807.2 and NFPA 701 or shall be noncombustible.
44.Chapter 8,Interior Finish,of the International Fire Code,2006
Edition,is hereby amended by adding a new section,to read as follows:
SECTION 809
ATRIUM FURNISHINGS
Atrium furnishings shall comply with Sections 809.1 and 809.2.
809.1.Potential heat.Potential heat of combustible furnishings
and decorative materials within atria shall not exceed 9,000 BTU
per pound (20,934 Jig)when located within an area that is more
than 20 feet (6096 mm)below ceiling level sprinklers.
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809.2.Decorative materials.Decorative material in atria shall be
noncombustible,flame resistant or treated with a flame retardant.
45.Subsection 901.5.1,Occupancy,of the International Fire Code,
2006 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.
46.Subsection 901.6,Inspection,testing and maintenance,of the
International Fire Code,2006 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 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 section 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
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certifications shall be forwarded to the Fire and Emergency
Services Department indicating each system has been tested and
functions as required.
47.Subsection 903.2,Where required,of the International Fire
Code,2006 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 section.
All newly constructed buildings with a gross square footage
of 5,000 square feet or greater must be sprinklered.Additions to
existing buildings which would result in a gross floor area greater
than 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 500 square feet are permitted without
compliance with this Section.
2.One and two-family dwellings and townhouses built in
compliance with the International Residential Code and
meeting fire flow and access requirements of the City of
Renton.
48.Subsection 903.2.1.1,Group A-I,of the International Fire Code,
2006 Edition,is hereby amended to read as follows:
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903.2.1.1 Group A-I.An automatic sprinkler system shall be
provided for Group A-I occupancies where one of the following
conditions exists:
1.The gross floor area exceeds 5,000 square feet;
2.The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more;
3.The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of
exit discharge;or
4.The fire area contains a multi theater complex.
49.Subsection 903.2.1.3,Group A-3,of the International Fire Code,
2006 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 of the following
conditions exists:
1.The gross floor area exceeds 5,000 square feet;
2.The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more;or
3.The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of
exit discharge.
Exception:Areas used exclusively as participant sports areas
where the main floor area is located at the same level as the
level of exit discharge of the main entrance and exit.
50.Subsection 903.2.1.4,Group A-4,of the International Fire Code,
2006 Edition,is hereby amended to read as follows:
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903.2.1.4 Group A-4.An automatic sprinkler system shall be
provided for Group A-4 occupancies where one of the following
conditions exists:
1.The gross floor area exceeds 5,000 square feet;
2.The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more;or
3.The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of
exit discharge.
Exception:Areas used exclusively as participant sports areas
where the main floor area is located at the same level as the
level of exit discharge of the main entrance and exit.
51.Subsection 903.2.2,Group E,of the International Fire Code,2006
Edition,is hereby amended to read as follows:
903.2.2 Group E.An approved automatic sprinkler system shall
be provided for Group E Occupancies where the gross floor area
exceeds 5,000 square feet.
Exceptions:
1.Throughout every portion of educational buildings below
the level of exit discharge.
2.Throughout all newly constructed Group E Occupancies
having an occupant load of 50 or more for more than 12 hours
per week or 4 hours in anyone day.A minimum water supply
meeting the requirements ofNFPA 13 shall be required.
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3.Portable school classrooms,provided the aggregate area of
all clusters of portable school classrooms,does not exceed
5,000 square feet,and clusters of portable school classrooms
shall be separated as required in Chapter 5 of the Building
Code.
4.Basements:An automatic sprinkler system shall be
installed in basements classified as a Group E Occupancy when
the basement is larger than 1,500 square feet in floor area.
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 Sections 504.2,
506.3,and Table 601 of the Building Code.
52.Subsection 903.2.3,Group F-l,of the International Fire Code,
2006 Edition,is hereby amended by changing the title to "Group B,F,H,
and S Occupancies,"and to read as follows:
903.2.3 Group B,F,H,and S Occupancies.An automatic
sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings
containing a Group B,F,H,or S occupancy with over 5,000 square
feet of gross floor area.
53.Subsection 903.2.3,Group M,of the International Fire Code,
2006 Edition,is hereby amended to read as follows:
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903.2.6 Group M.An automatic sprinkler system shall be
provided throughout buildings containing a Group M occupancy
where one of the following conditions exists:
1.Where a Group M gross floor area exceeds 5,000 square
feet;
2.Where a Group M fire area IS located more than three
stories above grade;or
3.Where the combined area of all Group M fire areas on all
floors,including any mezzanines,exceeds 5,000 square feet.
54.Subsection 903.2.7,Group R,of the International Fire Code,
2006 Edition,is hereby amended by adding new subsections,to read as
follows:
903.2.7.1 Group R-3 Occupancy.When the occupancy has over
12,000 square feet of gross floor area.
903.2.7.2 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 square
feet.For the purpose of this subsection,portions of buildings
separated by one or more firewalls will not be considered a
separate building.
55.Subsection 903.2,Where required,of the International Fire
Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended by adding new subsections,to
read as follows:
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903.2.14 Automatic Sprinkler Systems in New Buildings.
903.2.14.1 Buildings over 5,000 square feet.A fully
automatic fire protection sprinkler system is to be installed in
all new buildings in excess of 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 Section 903.3.
903.2.14.2 Buildings less than 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 5,000 square feet
gross floor area when,in their judgment,supported by written
documentation from a professional organization (such as
NFPA,ICC,SBCC,V.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 Sprinkler Systems in Remodeled Buildings.The
requirements for the installation of fire protection sprinkler
systems in remodeled buildings shall be as indicated in Sections
903.2.15.1 and 903.2.15.2.
903.2.15.1.Existing sprinklered buildings.When existing
buildings with full sprinkler systems are remodeled or added
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onto,the remodeled or added on portion shall be fully
sprinklered.
903.2.15.2.Existing non-sprinklered buildings.When an
existing building is added onto or remodeled and the resulting
total square foot gross floor area exceeds 5,000 square feet,
then the entire structure shall be fully sprinklered.All existing
non-sprinklered buildings currently exceeding 5,000 square
feet where a remodel,alteration or repair exceeds 50 percent of
the building valuation within a three-year period shall have a
sprinkler system installed throughout.Valuation shall be
determined from the King County Assessor records at the time
of the first application for a permit.
56.Subsection 903.3.1.2,NFPA 13R sprinkler systems,of the
International Fire Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended to read as
follows:
903.3.1.2 NFPA 13R sprinkler systems.Where allowed in
buildings of Group R,up to and including four stories in height,
automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed.throughout in
accordance with NFPA l3R.NFPA l3R systems shall be limited
to buildings with a maximum gross floor area of 12,000 square
feet.
57.Subsection 903.4.2,Alarms,of the International Fire Code,2006
Edition,is hereby amended to read as follows:
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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 of the building in an approved
location.Where a fire alarm system is installed,actuation of the
automatic sprinkler system shall actuate the building fire alarm
system.
Exceptions:
1.With approval of the Fire Code Official,audible and visible
alarm notification appliances may be omitted for approved
residential sprinkler systems in 1 or 2 dwelling units if not
otherwise specifically required.
2.Alarms are not required for approved domestically supplied
local systems with ten (l0)heads or less per building.
58.Subsection 903.4.3,Floor Control Valves,of the International
Fire Code,2006 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.
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Exception:When approved by the Fire Code Official in NFPA
13D and NFPA 13R Systems.
59.Section 903,Automatic Sprinkler Systems,of the International
Fire Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended by adding a new subsection,
to read as follows:
903.7 Riser Room Access.All NFPA 13,13R and any i3D
systems serving five 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 units or less.
60.Subsection 904.11,Commercial cooking systems,of the
International Fire Code,2006 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.
Preengineered 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:
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•Any modifications are made to the structure of the
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 Animal fats are replaced with one 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 3"
high letters stating "Animal Fat Oils Only"shall be installed on the
front of the hood.
Existing wet-chemical systems that are not in compliance
with current UL 300 Standards shall be updated within two 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
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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.
4.Dry-chemical extinguishing systems.NFPA 17.
5.Wet-chemical extinguishing systems,NFPA 17 A.
61.Subsection 905.3.1,Building height,of the International Fire
Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended to read as follows:
905.3.1 Building height.Class III standpipe systems shall be
installed throughout buildings where the floor level of the highest
story is located more than 20 feet above the lowest level of the Fire
and Emergency Services Department vehicle access,or where the
floor level of the lowest story is located more than 20 feet below
the highest level of Fire and Emergency Services Department
vehicle access.
Exceptions:(not amended)
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62.Subsection 905.3,Required installations,of the International
Fire Code,2006 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 6 inch diameter.Two 2-1/2 inch 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 provided with its own PRY.The system
shall be designed to provide a minimum flow of 300 gpm at a
minimum pressure of 150 psi (maximum 200 psi)at each standpipe
connection,in addition to the flow and pressure requirements
contained in NFPA 14.
63.Subsection 905.8,Dry standpipes,of the International Fire Code,
2006 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,Where required,number 1,of the International
Fire Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended by deleting the Exception to
item number 1.
65.Subsection 907.1.2,Equipment,of the International Fire Code,
2006 Edition,is hereby amended to read as follows:
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907.1.2 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 12 zones and not
more than 5 devices on each zone.
66.Subsection 907.2.2,Group B,of the International Fire Code,2006
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 500 or more persons or
more than 100 persons above or below the lowest level of exit
discharge.
2.Those that are two (2)or more stories in height and 10,000
square feet or more in area.
Exception:Deleted.
67.Subsection 907.2.3,Group E,of the International Fire Code,2006
Edition,is hereby amended by deleting Exception number 2.
68.Subsection 907.2.4,Group F,of the International Fire Code,2006
Edition,is hereby amended by deleting the Exception.
69.Subsection 907.2.7,Group M,of the International Fire Code,
2006 Edition,is hereby amended by deleting Exceptions number 1 and 2.
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70.Subsection 907.2.8.1,Manual Fire Alarm System,of the
International Fire Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended by deleting
Exceptions 1 and 2.
71.Subsection 907.2.9,Group R-2,of the International Fire Code,
2006 Edition,is hereby amended by deleting Exceptions 1,2,and 3.
72.Subsection 907.2.9,Group R-2,of the International Fire Code,
2006 Edition,is hereby amended by adding a new subsection,to read as
follows:
907.2.9.1 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.
73.Subsection 907.2,Where required -new buildings and
structures,of the International Fire Code,2006 Edition,is hereby
amended by adding a new subsection,to read as follows:
907.2.24 Structures in excess of 3000 Square Feet.An
approved total coverage manual and automatic fire alarm system
shall be provided in accordance with NFPA Standard 72 in all
structures in excess of3000 square feet of total floor area.
Exceptions:
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For the purpose of Section 907,fire walls constructed in
accordance with Chapter 7 of the IBC,in Group R-3 and U
occupancies,shall not define separate buildings.
74.Subsection 907.20.5,Maintenance,inspection and testing,of
the International Fire Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended by adding a
new subsection,to read as follows:
907.20.5.1 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.
75.Subsection 914.3,High-rise buildings,of the International Fire
Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended to read as follows:
914.3 High-rise buildings.High-rise buildings shall comply with
Sections 914.3.1 through 914.3.7.
76.Subsection 914.3,High-rise buildings,of the International Fire
Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended by adding new subsections,to
read as follows:
914.3.6 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
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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 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 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 Fire Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended to read as
follows:
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1027.16.5 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 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 section.To ensure that fire escapes are
safe and work properly,they must be visually inspected each year
and load tested every five 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.
78.Subsection 1404.5,Fire watch,of the International Fire Code,
2006 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.
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79.Subsection 2701.5,Permits,of the International Fire Code,2006
Edition,is hereby amended to read as follows:
2701.5 Permits.Permits shall be required as set forth in Sections
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 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 Section 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 Prevention Fees.
80.Subsection 2703.2.6,Maintenance,of the International Fire
Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended to read as follows:
2703.2.6 Maintenance.In addition to the requirements of Section
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
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detection and alarm systems shall be replaced or repaired where
defective.All monitoring systems used in connection with
hazardous materials shall be 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.
81.Subsection 2703.9,General Safety Precautions,of the
International Fire Code,2006 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 Sections 2703.9.1 through 2703.9.10.
82.Subsection 2703.9,General Safety Precautions,of the
International Fire Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended to add a new
subsection,to read as follows:
2703.9.10 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.
83.Subsection 3301.1.3 Fireworks,of the International Fire Code,
2006 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:
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.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 lAG 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.
84.Subsection 3301.2.4.2,Fireworks display,of the International
Fire Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended by changing the title to
"Public Display;Insurance Required,"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 anyone (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
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anyone (1)accident or occurrence;one million dollars
($1,000,000.00)for damage to property in anyone (1)accident or
occurrence.Such insurance shall name the City as an additional
insured and shall not be cancelable except by a 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 excess of the insurance required
herein and shall not contribute with it.
85.Subsection 3301.2.4.2,Fireworks display,of the International
Fire Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended by adding a new subsection,
to read as follows:
3301.2.4.2.1 Pyrotechnic Operator Required.Every city-
authorized display of fireworks shall be handled and supervised by
a state licensed pyrotechnic operator.
86.Subsection 3301.7,Seizure,of the International Fire Code,2006
Edition,is hereby amended by adding new subsections,changing the title
to "Seizure/Penalty,"and to read as follows:
3301.7 SeizurelPenalty.The City of Renton may employ either,
or both,of the 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
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materials or fireworks offered or exposed for sale,stored,
possessed or used in violation ofthis chapter.
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.
87.Subsection 3404.2.11,Underground Tanks,of the International
Fire Code,2006 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
Section 3404.2 and Sections 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
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shall be promptly emptied and removed from the ground and
abandoned in accordance with Section 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.
88.Subsection 3404.2.11.5,Leak prevention,of the International
Fire Code,2006 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 section shall be inspected and
tested at least annually by a qualified third party,and the test
results maintained on site for at least one year.
89.Chapter 45,Referenced Standards,of the International Fire
Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended to reference NFP A Standard 13 -
07,NFPA Standard 13D -07 and NFPA Standard 13R-07.
90.Appendix BI04.2,Area separation,of the International Fire
Code,2006 Edition,is hereby amended to read as follows:
Appendix BI04.2 Area separation.Portions of buildings,which
are separated by one or more four-hour firewalls constructed in
accordance with the International Building Code,without
openings,and provided with a 30-inch parapet,are allowed to be
considered as separate fire areas.
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SECTION III.Section 4-11-130,Definitions M,of Chapter 11 Definitions,of
Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General
Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington,"is hereby amended so that the definition for
Medical Institutions reads as follows:
MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS:Facilities providing physical or mental health
services,in-patient accommodations,and medical or surgical care of the sick or
injured.This definition includes hospitals,clinics,hospice,holistic health centers,
and nursing homes as defined in Group 1-2 of the IFC.This definition excludes
medical and dental offices,convalescent centers,retirement residences,and group
homes I and II.
SECTION IV.Section 4-11-220,Definitions V,of Chapter 11,Definitions,of
Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General
Ordinances of the City of Renton,Washington,"is hereby amended so that the definition for
Vehicle Fueling Station reads as follows:
VEHICLE FUELING STATIONS:An establishment which supplies and
dispenses motor fuels at retail as well as ordinary accessory uses,including but
not limited to,retail sales of food,groceries,and auto accessories,and eating and
drinking establishments.This definition includes automotive fuel dispensing
facilities as defined in the IFC.
SECTIONV.This ordinance shall be effective upon its passage,approval,and
thirty (30)days after publication.
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PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 21st day of __J_u_1-=y~,2008.
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Bonnie I.Walton,City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this 21st day of __J_u_1-",Y~,2008.
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Denis Law,Mayor
Approved as to form:
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Lawrence 1.Warren,City Attorney
Date of Publication:.7/26/2008 ..(summary)
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