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CITY OF RENTON,WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO.5085
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON,WASHINGTON,
AMENDING SECTION 4-1-140 OF CHAPTER 1,ADMINISTRATION
AND ENFORCEMENT,AND SECTIONS 4-5-050,4-5-055,4-5-090, 4-5-100,
AND 4-5-110 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"BY
AMENDING THE FEE SCHEDULE AND ADOPTING THE
INTERNATIONAL BUILDING,RESIDENTIAL,MECHANICAL,AND
FUEL GAS CODES,AND THE UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE,AND
AMENDMENTS THERETO.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON,WASHINGTON,DO ORDAIN
AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I.Sections 4-1-140.A and B of Chapter 1,Administration and
Enforcement,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of
General Ordinances of the City ofRenton,Washington"are hereby amended to read as follows:
A.BUILDING PERMIT FEES:
Payable prior to issuance of building permit.
TOTAL FEE:VALUATION:
$1.00 to $500.00 $28.00
$501.00 to $28.00 for the first $500.00 plus $3.65 for each additional
$2,000.00 $100.00,or fraction thereof,to and including $2,000.00
$2001.00 to $82.75 for the first $2,000.00 plus $16.75 for each additional
$25,000.00 $1,000.00,or fraction thereof,to and including $25,000.00
$25,001.00 to $468.00 for the first $25,000.00 plus $12.00 for each
$50,000.00 additional $1,000.00,or fraction thereof,to and including
$50,000.00
$50,001.00 to $696.00 for the first $50,000.00 plus $8.35 for each additional
$100,000.00 $1,000.00,or fraction thereof,to and including $100,000.00
$100,001.00 to $1113.50 for the first $100,000.00 plus $6.70 for each
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$500,000.00 additional $1,000.00,or fraction thereof,to and including
$500,000.00
$500,001.00 to $3793.50 for the first $500,000.00 plus $5.65 for each
$1,000,000.00 additional $1,000.00,or fraction thereof,to and including
$1,000,000.00
$1,000,001.00 and $6615.50 for the first $1,000,000.00 plus $4.35 for each
up additional $1,000.00,or fraction thereof
B.COMBINATION BUILDING PERMIT FEES:
For each new single family residential structure.Payable prior to issuance of building
permit.
TYPE OF PLUS FEE AMOUNT BASED UPON RESIDENTIAL
WORK STRUCTURE SQUARE FOOTAGE
Up to 3,000 sq.ft.Over 3,000 sq.ft.
Plumbing $150.00 $175.00
Mechanical $150.00 $175.00
Electrical $75.00 $100.00
SECTION II.Section 4-1-140.E of Chapter 1,Administration and Enforcement,
of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General
Ordinances ofthe City of Renton,Washington"is hereby deleted.
SECTION III.Section 4-1-140.F of Chapter 1,Administration and Enforcement,
of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled "Code of General
Ordinances ofthe City ofRenton,Washington"is hereby amended to read as follows:
F.ELECTRICAL PERMIT FEES:
1.RESIDENTIAL FEES -SINGLE FAMILY AND DUPLEX
a.New Service -Single Family and Duplex:
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Up to 200 AMP $70.00
Over 200 AMP $80.00
b.Service ChangeslNew Circuits -Single Family and Duplex:
Change up to 200 AMP $45.00
Change over 200 AMP $60.00
Any new circuits added to above $15.00 each (to a
maximum of$45.00)
Minimum fee for remodeVaddition of new circuits without
a service charge $45.00
2.MULTI-FAMILY,COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL FEES
Fees for all types of electrical permits are based on value of work:
$1.00 -250.00 $45.00
$250.01 -1,000.00 $45.00 +
3.3%of cost
$1,000.01 -5,000.00 $78.00+
2.9%of value
$5,000.01 -50,000.00 $223.00 +1.7%of
value
$50,000.01 -250,000.00 $1073.00 +1.0%of
value
$250,000.01 -1,000,000.00 $3573.00 +0.8%of
value
$1,000,000.01 and up -$11,573.00+
0.45%of value
3.TEMPORARY ELECTRICAL SERVICES -$45.00
4.MISCELLANEOUS ELECTRICAL FEES
Job Trailers $45.00 each
Signs $45.00 each
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Swimming Pools,Hot Tubs,Saunas $60.00 each
Mobile Homes $45.00
Low Voltage Work (e.g.,alarm systems;thermostats;
computer,data,or phone lines;fibre optics,cable 50%of standard fee
television,etc.)
5.Exemption:Residential telephone communication systems,thermostats,security
systems,and cable television installations are exempt from fees under this Section.
SECTION IV.Sections 4-1-140.K and L of Chapter 1,Administration and
Enforcement,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance No.4260 entitled
"Code of General Ordinances ofthe City ofRenton,Washington"are hereby amended to
read as follows:
K.MECHANICAL PERMIT FEES:
BASIC PERMIT FEE:
$45.00
Plus Itemized Fees Below:
Heating and Air Conditioning System:
Installation,alteration,repair,addition,or relocation of each:Heating
system (furnace,heat pump,suspended heater,fireplace,wood stove,
$17.00etc.AlC system:(air conditioner,chiller or Air Handling Unit (VAV)
including ducts and vents
Boiler or Compressor:
Installation or relocation of each:
to and including 3 horsepower $17.00
over 3 horsepower to and including 15 horsepower $30.00
over 15 horsepower to and including 30 horsepower $40.00
over 30 horsepower to and including 50 horsepower $60.00
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over 50 horsepower $100.00
Absorption System:-
Installation or relocation of each:-
to and including 100,000 Btulh $17.00
over 100,000 Btu/h to and including 500,000 Btulh $30.00
over 500,000 Btulh to and including 1,000,000 Btulh $40.00
over 1,000,000 Btu/h to and including 1,750,000 Btulh $60.00
over 1,750,000 Btulh $100.00
Residential ventilation/exhaust fan $8.00
Plus Itemized Fees Below:each
Commercial ventilation/exhaust system not a portion of any heating $17.00
or air-conditioning system authorized by a permit each
Commercial Hood:
Installation of each served by a mechanical exhaust,including the $50.00
ducts for such hood each
Incinerator:
Installation or relocation of each $75.00
each
Appliance or piece of equipment regulated by this code but not
$17.00classedinotherappliancecategories,or for which no other fee is listed
in this code each
Fuel Gas Piping:
Each gas-piping system of 1 to 4 outlets $12.00
Each gas-piping system of 5 or more outlets,per outlet $2.50
L.PLUMBING PERMIT FEES:
BASE FEE FOR ALL TYPES OF WORK:
Plus Itemized Fees Below:
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Per plumbing fixture (e.g.sink,shower,toilet,
$8.00dishwasher,tUb,etc.)or set of fixtures on one trap
For meter to house water service $8.00
Per outlet associated with a gas piping system up to 5:$12.00 additional
outlets are $2.50 each
Per drain for rainwater systems $8.00
Per lawn sprinkler system -includes backflow
$8.00prevention
Per fixture for repair or alteration of drainage or
$8.00ventpiping
Per vacuum breaker or backflow protection device
$8.00ontanks,vats,etc.
Per interceptor for industrial waste pretreatment $8.00
SECTIONV.The title to Section 4-5-010 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 ofRenton,Washington"is hereby amended to read as
follows:
4-5-010
CODES
ADOPTION OF STATE,NATIONAL,UNIFORM,AND INTERNATIONAL
SECTION VI.Section 4-5-050,International Building Code,of Chapter 5,
Building and Fire Prevention Standards,of Title IV (Development Regulations)of Ordinance
No.4260 entitled "Code of General Ordiriances ofthe City of Renton,Washington"is hereby
amended to read as follows:
4-5-050 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE
A.ADOPTION:
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The "International Building Code,"2003 Edition,as published by the "International Code
Council,Inc."as amended by chapter 51-40 WAC is hereby adopted by reference.
B.APPLICABILITY:
It shall be unlawful for any person,firm or corporation to erect,construct,enlarge,alter,
repair,move,improve,remove,convert or demolish,equip,use,occupy or maintain any building
or structure in the city,or cause or permit the same to be done,contrary to or in violation of any
ofthe provisions ofthis Code.
C.STATE AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE:
The International Building Code,2003 Edition,as amended by chapter 51-40 WAC,is
hereby adopted by reference and as an amendment to the International Building Code and shall
supersede conflicting sections ofthe International Building Code.
D.CITY AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE:
1.Dangerous Buildings:Section 115 ofthe International Building Code (relating to
Dangerous Buildings)is hereby repealed and in its place the City has adopted RMC 4-5-060 and
4-9-050,Abatement ofDangerous Buildings.
2.Violations and Penalties:Section 113 ofthe International Building Code (relating
to Violations and Penalties)is hereby amended by substituting in its stead subsection A ofthis
Section,Applicability,and RMC 1-3-2,Civil Penalties.
3.Liability Claims:Section 104.8 ofthe International Building Code (relating to
Liability Claims)is hereby amended by substituting in its stead RMC 4-1-090,Liability.
4.Appeals Board:The Appeals Board for purposes of section 112 ofthe
International Building Code shall be the Board of Adjustment.
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5.Off-Site Improvements:Section 105.3 ofthe International Building Code (relating
to Installation of Off-Site Improvements)is hereby amended by substituting in its stead RMC 4-
4-030.D,Off-Site Improvements.
6.Standpipe Requirements:Section 905.3 ofthe International Building Code is
amended to read as follows:
a.905.3.1 Building Height.Class III standpipe systems shall be installed
throughout a building where the floor level ofthe highest story is located more than 20 feet
above the lowest level of the fIre department vehicle access,or where the floor level ofthe
lowest story is located more than 20 feet below the highest level of fIre department vehical
access.
Exceptions:
(1 )Class I standpipes are allowed in buildings equipped throughout
with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2.
(2)Class I manual standpipes are allowed in open parking garages
where the highest floor is located not more than 150 feet above the lowest level of fIre
department vehical 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 Section 905.5.
(4)Class I standpipes are allowed in basements equipped throughout
with an automatic sprinkler system.
(5)Group R-3 does not require standpipes.
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b.905.3.7 High Rise Building Standpipes.Standpipe risers shall be
combination standpipe/sprinkler risers using a minimum pipe size of 6 in.Two-2 ~in.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.
7.Dry standpipes.Section 905.8 of the International Building Code is
amended to read as follows:
Dry standpipe when approved by the fire code official are acceptable in other than high-
rise buildings.
E.CITY AMENDMENTS TO TIIE mc RELATING TO SPRINKLER
REQUIREMENTS:
1.Chapter 9:The following sections of chapter 9 ofthe 2003 International Building
Code are amended to read as follows:
a.Section 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 12,000 or greater square
feet,regardless of type ofuse as well as zero lot line townhouses within an aggregate area of all
connected townhouses equaling 12,000 square feet or greater square feet must be sprinklered.
Additions to existing buildings which would result in a gross floor area greater than 12,000
square feet must be retrofitted with an automatic sprinkler system.
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Exception:One time additions to Group R-3 occupancies ofup to 500 square feet are
permitted without compliance with this section.
b.Section 903.2.1.1,Group A-I.
An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-I occupancies
where one ofthe following conditions exists:
(1)The gross floor area exceeds 12,000 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.
c.Section 903.2.1.2,Group A-2.An automatic sprinkler system shall be
provided for Group A-2 occupancies where one ofthe following conditions exists:
(1)The gross floor area exceeds 5,000 square feet;
(2)The fIre area has an occupant load of 100 or more;or
(3)The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit
discharge.
d.Section 903.2.1.3,Group A-3.An automatic sprinkler system shall be
provided for Group A-3 occupancies where one ofthe following conditions exists:
(1)The gross floor area exceeds 12,000 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 ofexit
discharge.
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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 ofthe main entrance and exit.
e.Section 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 12,000 square feet;
(2)The fire area has an occupant load of300 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.
f.Section 903.2.2,Group E.An Automatic sprinkler system shall be
provided for Group E occupancies where the gross floor area exceeds 12,000 square feet.
EXCEPTIONS:
(1)Portable school classrooms,provided aggregate area of 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 ofthe building code.
(2)Basements:An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in
basements classified as a Group E Occupancy when the basement is larger than fifteen hundred
(1,500)square feet in floor area
When not required by other provisions of his chapter,a fire-extinguishing system
installed in accordance with NFPA-13 may be used for increases and substitutions allowed in
Section 504.2,506.3,and Table 601 ofthe building code.
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(3)Throughout all newly constructed Group E Occupancies having an
occupant load of 50 or more for more than 12 hours per week or four hours in anyone day.A
minimum water supply meeting the requirements ofNFPA 13 shall be provided.
(4)Stairs:An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in enclosed
usable space below or over a stairway in Group E Occupancies.
g.Section 903.2.3,Group B,F,Hand S Occupancies.An automatic
sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings containing a Group B,F,H or S
occupancy with over twelve thousand (12,000)square feet of gross floor area.
h.Section 903.2.6,Group M.An automatic sprinkler system shall be
provided throughout buildings containing a Group M occupancy where one ofthe following
conditions exists:
(1)Where a Group M gross floor area exceeds 12,000 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 12,000 square feet.
1.Section 903.2.7,Group R.
An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3 shall be
provided throughout all buildings with a Group R fire area.
J.Section 903 is amended by adding sections 903.2.7.1 and 903.2.7.2 to read
as follows:
Section 903.2.7.1-Group R-3 occupancy.When the occupancy has over twelve
thousand (12,000)square feet of gross floor area.
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Section 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 twelve thousand (12,000)square feet.For the purpose ofthis subsection,portions of
buildings separated by one or more firewalls will not be considered a separate building.
k.Section 903 is amended by adding section 903.2.14,to read as follows:
903.2.14 Automatic Sprinklers Systems in New Buildings:
(1)Section 903.2.14.1 - A fully automatic fire protection sprinkler
system is to be installed in all new buildings in excess oftwelve thousand (12,000)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.
(2)Section 903.2.14.2 -A fully automatic fire protection sprinkler
system may be required by the Chief ofthe Fire Department or the Fire Code Official for
buildings less than twelve thousand (12,000)square feet total gross floor area when,in their
judgment,supported by written documentation from a professional organization (such as NFPA,
ICC,SBCC D.L.,ISO,etc.)verify that hazardous contents,critical exposure problems,limited
accessibility to the building,or other items may contribute to a definite hazard.
1.Section 903 is amended to add a new Section 903.2.15 to read as follows:
Section 903.2.15 -Sprinkler Systems in Remodeled Buildings:
(1)Section 903.2.15.1 -When existing buildings with full sprinkler
systems are remodeled or added onto,the remodeled or added on portion shall be fully
sprinklered.
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(2)Section 903.2.15.2 -When an existing building is added onto or
remodeled and the resulting total square foot gross floor area exceeds twelve thousand (12,000)
square feet,then the entire structure shall be fully sprinklered.
F.WASlllNGTON STATE ENERGY CODE AND WASlllNGTON STATE
VENTILATION AND INDOOR AIR QUALITY CODE ADOPTED:
The 2003 Washington State Energy Code as adopted by the State of Washington Second
Edition (chapter 51-11 WAC)and 2003 Washington State Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality
Code,Second Edition (chapter 51-13 WAC)are hereby adopted by reference.
SECTION VII.A new section,4-5-055,International Residential 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
added,to read as follows:
4-5-055 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE:
A.ADOPTION:
The "International Residential Code,"2003 Edition,as published by the "International
Code Council,Inc."as amended by chapter 51-40 WAC is hereby adopted by reference.
B.APPLICABILITY:
It shall be unlawful for any person,firm or corporation to erect,construct,enlarge,alter,
repair,move,improve,remove,convert or demolish,equip,use,occupy or maintain any building
or structure in the city,or cause or permit the same to be done,contrary to or in violation of any
of the provisions of this Code.
C.STATE AMENDMENTS TO TIIE INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE:
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The International Residential Code,2003 Edition,as amended by chapter 51-40 WAC,is
hereby adopted by reference and as an amendment to the International Residential Code and
shall supersede conflicting sections ofthe International Residential Code.
D.CITY AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE:
1.Certificate of Occupancy:Section RIIO.1 ofthe International Residential code is
hereby amended as follows.
Exception:Certificates of Occupancy shall not be required for detached one and
two family dwellings.
2.Violations and Penalties:Section Rl13.4 ofthe International Residential Code is
hereby amended by substituting in its stead subsection A ofthis Section,Applicability,and
RMC 1-3-2,Civil Penalties.
3.Appeals Board:The Appeals Board for purposes of section R112.1 ofthe
International Residential Code shall hereafter be the Board ofAdjustment.
SECTION VIII.Sections 4-5-090,4-5-100,and 4-5-110 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"are hereby amended,
to read as follows:
4-5-090 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE:
A.ADOPTION:
The "Uniform Mechanical Code,2003 Edition,"as published by the "International Code
Council"as amended by chapter 51-42 WAC is hereby adopted by reference.
B.BOARD OF APPEALS:
The Board of Appeals of section 109 shall be the Board of Adjustment.
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4-5-100 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE
A.ADOPTION:
The International Fuel Gas Code 2003 Edition,"as published by the "International Code
Council"as amended by chapter 51-42 WAC is hereby adopted by reference.
B.BOARD OF APPEALS:
The Board ofAppeals of section 109.1 shall be the Board of Adjustment.
C.VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES:The first paragraph of section 108.4 ofthe IFGC,
relating to violations and penalties,is amended to substitute in its stead RMC 1-3-2,Civil
Penalties.
4-5-110 UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE
A.ADOPTION:
The Uniform Plumbing Code,2003 Edition,as published by the "International
Association ofPlumbing and Mechanical Officials"and chapters 51-56 and 51-57 WAC are
hereby adopted by reference.
B.STATE AMENDMENTS TO UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE:
Whenever there is a discrepancy in the requirements between the Uniform Plumbing
Code,2003 Edition,as published by the "International Association ofPlumbing and Mechanical
Officials"and chapters 51-56 and 51-57 WAC,the Washington Administrative Code sections
will be deemed to have amended the Uniform Plumbing Code,2003 Edition,as published by the
"International Association ofPlumbing and Mechanical Officials."
C.CITY AMENDMENTS TO UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE:
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Section 102.3:The first paragraph of section 102.3 ofthe UPC,relating to violations and
penalties,is amended by substituting in its stead RMC 1-3-2,Civil Penalties.
SECTION IX.
30 days after publication.
This ordinance shall be effective upon its passage,approval,and
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 21st day of_J_u_n_e ,2004.
Michele Neumann,Deputy City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this 21 st day of_....;:J....;:u=n:....:::e ,2004.
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Kathy Ke Iker-Wheeler,Mayor
Approved as to form:
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.Lawrence J.Warr~~€lty Attorney
Date ofPublication:7/2/2004 (summary)
ORD.1117:5/26/04:ma
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