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CITY OF RENTON
AGENDA - City Council Regular Meeting
7:00 PM - Monday, January 11, 2021
Council Chambers, 7th Floor, City Hall – 1055 S. Grady Way
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Councilmembers are attending this meeting remotely
through Zoom. Audience comments will be accommodated through Zoom, but the public is
requested to sign up for such testimony by calling 425-430-6501 or emailing
cityclerk@rentonwa.gov or jmedzegian@rentonwa.gov by 10 a.m. on the day of the meeting.
The public may also submit comments in writing to cityclerk@rentonwa.gov by 5 p.m. on the
day of the meeting.
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on the day of the meeting to request an invite with a link to the meeting.
Those providing audience comments will be limited to 5 minutes each speaker unless an
exception is granted by the Council. Attendees will be muted and not audible to the Council
except during times they are designated to speak. Advance instructions for how to address
the Council will be provided to those who sign up in advance to speak and again during the
meeting.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. PROCLAMATION
a) National Mentoring Month - January 2021
4. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
5. AUDIENCE COMMENTS
NOTICE to all participants: Pursuant to state law, RCW 42.17A.555, campaigning for any
ballot measure or candidate in City Hall and/or during any portion of the council meeting,
including the audience comment portion of the meeting, is PROHIBITED.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Councilmembers in advance for study and review, and
the recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for
further discussion if requested by a Councilmember.
a) Approval of Council Meeting minutes of January 4, 2021.
Council Concur
b) AB - 2786 Mayor Pavone reappoints Ms. Kiley Thornton, Ms. Susan Jessick, and Mr. Neil
Sheesley to the Renton Municipal Arts Commission for terms expiring on December 31,
2023.
Council Concur
7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics
marked with an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be
held by the Chair if further review is necessary.
a) Finance Committee: Vouchers, Budget & Accounting Manager Position Hire at Step E,
Senior Benefits Analyst Hire at Step D, Downtown Utility Improvement Project,
Murraysmith Contract
b) Planning & Development Committee: Code Adoptions by Reference*
8. LEGISLATION
Ordinance for first reading:
a) Ordinance No. 6010: Building Code Amendments (See Item 6.b)
9. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics; visit rentonwa.gov/cityclerk for more
information.)
10. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
5:30 p.m. - MEETING REMOTELY
Hearing assistance devices for use in the Council Chambers are available upon request to the City Clerk
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS ARE TELEVISED LIVE ON GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL 21
To view Council Meetings online, please visit rentonwa.gov/councilmeetings
Armondo Pavone Mayor
<Proc[amation Whereas, our success as a community depends on helping every child succeed in school and
reach their full potential in life, and realizing that young people need a solid foundation of
support to help them become well-educated, confident, and productive citizens; and Whereas, Communities In Schools is the only dropout-prevention program in the nation proven
to increase graduation rates, plus research shows that mentoring has beneficial and long-term
effects on youth by increasing their chances of high school graduation and college attendance,
and decreasing the likelihood of substance abuse and other risky behaviors; and Whereas, the core values of Communities In Schools of Renton-Tukwila are equity, opportunity,
and collaboration and their mission is to remove barriers, create opportunities and help kids
stay in school; and Whereas, hundreds of Renton's children need a caring adult mentor in their lives, and closing
this mentoring gap will require more investment, partnerships, and volunteers ready to make a
difference in a child's life; and Whereas, National Mentoring Month is an opportunity to raise public awareness of the
importance of mentoring, recognize the dedicated individuals who serve as mentors, and
encourage more citizens to help build a brighter future for Renton's youth through mentoring; :Now, therefore, I, Armondo Pavone, Mayor of the City of Renton, do hereby proclaim January
2021 to be
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in the City of Renton, in tribute to the many dedicated individuals who volunteer their time,
compassion, and talents to mentor young people, and I encourage all citizens to join me in this
special observance and to consider giving back to our community as mentors.
In witness whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of Renton to
be affixed this 11th day of January 2021.
Ar�ne, Mayor
City of Renton, Washington
Renton City Hall, 7th Floor 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057 • rentonwa.gov
AGENDA ITEM #3. a)
January 4, 2021 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF RENTON
MINUTES - City Council Regular Meeting
7:00 PM - Monday, January 4, 2021
Council Chambers, 7th Floor, City Hall – 1055 S. Grady Way
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Pavone called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order at 7:00 PM.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present:
Randy Corman, Council President
Angelina Benedetti, Council Position No. 2
Valerie O'Halloran, Council Position No. 3
Ryan McIrvin, Council Position No. 4
Ed Prince, Council Position No. 5
Ruth Pérez, Council Position No. 6
Kim-Khánh Vǎn, Council Position No. 7
(All councilmembers attended remotely)
Councilmembers Absent:
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF PRESENT
Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Ed VanValey, Interim Chief Administrative Officer
Shane Moloney, City Attorney
Jason Seth, City Clerk
Julia Medzegian, Council Liaison
Judith Subia, Incoming Council Liaison
Chip Vincent, Community & Economic Development Administrator
Martin Pastucha, Public Works Administrator
Jan Hawn, Administrative Services Administrator
Ellen Bradley-Mak, Human Resources and Risk Management Administrator
Kelly Beymer, Community Services Administrator
Ron Straka, Public Works Utility Systems Director
Amanda Askren, Property & Technical Services Manager
Kim Gilman, HR Labor Manager
Kristi Rowland, Organizational Development Manager
AGENDA ITEM #6. a)
January 4, 2021 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Commander Tracy Wilkinson, Police Department
(All City staff attended remotely except City Clerk Seth)
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
City Clerk Jason Seth reviewed a written administrative report summarizing the City’s recent
progress towards goals and work programs adopted as part of its business plan for 2021 and
beyond. Items noted were:
• After the holidays, City of Renton residents may compost natural holiday trees for
free as long as trees are in six-foot or shorter sections and free of lights, decorations,
and flocking. Collected trees will go to the Cedar Grove for composting. If you reside
in an apartment or condominium, Republic Services will collect trees from a central
location as designated by the property manager during the first two weeks of January.
Program details will be sent to property managers via invoice messages and robocalls.
Residential flyers are available on the Republic Services website at
https://www.republicservices.com/municipality/renton-wa and on the city’s Solid
Waste Utility website. For more information, please contact the Solid Waste Utility at
425-430-7398 or via email at jpursell@rentonwa.gov
• The Public Works Department would like to remind residents to help us prevent local
residential street flooding by monitoring catch basins near your home and keeping
them clear of leaves and other debris. Street sweepers are dispatched daily to clean
up debris along major arterials.
Cold weather is on the way. The Public Works Department will be applying deicer to
major arterials as needed. Snow is not far away. During snow events, it is imperative
that motorists do not park or abandon their vehicles within any portion of the traffic
lanes. Abandoned vehicles impair snow and ice removal, impact response of
emergency vehicles, and may be towed. Please remember that during snow and ice
events, the department sanders and snow plows are dispatched to keep major
arterials drivable. Visit our website at www.rentonwa.gov/snowroutes to view our
deicing and snow route maps.
• Preventative street maintenance will continue to impact traffic and result in
occasional street closures.
CONSENT AGENDA
Items listed on the Consent Agenda were adopted with one motion, following the listing.
a) Approval of Council Meeting minutes of December 14, 2020. Council Concur.
b) AB - 2783 Administrative Services Department requested authorization to hire the Budget and
Accounting Manager position at salary grade m33, Step E, effective January 19, 2021. Refer to
Finance Committee.
c) AB - 2782 Community & Economic Development Department recommended adoption of an
ordinance adopting by reference and amending the most recent versions of the Renton
Electrical Code, the International Building Code, the Washington State Energy Code, the
International Residential Code, the International Mechanical Code, the National Fuel Gas
Code, The Uniform Plumbing Code, and the International Property Maintenance Code. Refer
to Planning & Development Committee.
AGENDA ITEM #6. a)
January 4, 2021 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
d) AB - 2779 Human Resources / Risk Management Department requested authorization to hire
a Senior Benefits Analyst at salary grade m25, Step D, effective January 11, 2021. Refer to
Finance Committee.
e) AB - 2780 Public Works Utility Systems Division recommended approval of an agreement with
Murraysmith, Inc., in the amount of $1,597,678, for construction management services
related to the Downtown Utility Improvement project. Refer to Finance Committee.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY MCIRVIN, COUNCIL CONCUR TO APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA, AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a) Committee of the Whole Chair Corman presented a report concurring in the staff
recommendation to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the following three
agreements (when final) with The Boeing Company related to easement rights necessary for the
Park Avenue North Extension Project:
1. Permanent Easement Agreement in the amount of $640,000.
2. Temporary Construction Easement Agreement in the amount of $188,546.95.
3. The Boeing Company Compensation Agreement for Park Avenue North Extension in the
estimated amount of $1,355,481.
MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY MCIRVIN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS
Please see the attached Council Committee Meeting Calendar.
ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED.
TIME: 7:10 P.M.
Jason A. Seth, MMC, City Clerk
Jason Seth, Recorder
04 Jan 2021
AGENDA ITEM #6. a)
1 1/4/2021 1:46 PMCouncil
January 11, 2021
Monday
3:30 PM Finance Committee, Chair O'Halloran ‐‐ Videoconference
1.Budget & Accounting Manager Position Hire at Step E
2.Senior Benefits Analyst Hire at Step D
3.Downtown Utility Improvement Project, Murraysmith Contract
4.Vouchers
5.Emerging Issues in Finance
4:45 PM Planning & Development, Chair Prince ‐‐ Videoconference
1. Code Adoptions by Reference
5:30 PM Committee of the Whole, Chair Corman ‐‐ Videoconference
1. CED 2020 Wrap-up
7:00 PM Council Meeting ‐‐ Videoconference
AGENDA ITEM #6. a)
AB - 2786
City Council Regular Meeting - 11 Jan 2021
SUBJECT/TITLE: Reappointments to Renton Municipal Arts Commission
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Council Concur
DEPARTMENT: Executive Department
STAFF CONTACT: April Alexander, Executive Assistant
EXT.: 6520
FISCAL IMPACT SUMMARY:
None
SUMMARY OF ACTION:
Mayor Pavone reappoints the following to the Renton Municipal Arts Commission:
Ms. Kiley Thornton for a term expiring 12/31/23
Ms. Susan Jessick for a term expiring 12/31/23
Mr. Neil Sheesley for a term expiring 12/31/23
EXHIBITS:
A. Recommendation Memo
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Confirm Mayor Pavone's reappointments of Ms. Thornton, Ms. Jessick and Mr. Sheesley.
AGENDA ITEM #6. b)
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
& ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: November 17, 2020
TO: Armondo Pavone, Mayor
FROM: C.E. “Chip” Vincent, CED Administrator
SUBJECT: Request for Reappointments to the Renton Municipal Arts
Commission
This memorandum is to request reappointment of the following Renton Municipal Arts
Commission members, whose terms expire December 31, 2020. If reappointed, their
new terms will expire on December 31, 2023.
Kiley Thornton is a long‐time resident of Renton and is dedicated to making an impact
in her community. She has a background in nonprofit management and years of
experience with volunteer management, events and operations and fundraising. Kiley
joined the Commission earlier this year to fill the remaining term of a previously vacated
seat. In her short time with the Commission, Kiley has offered her writing skills to
support the Arts Commission e‐newsletter and helped bridge the gap between the
Commission and Renton schools through the Envision a Healthy Future student art
contest.
Susan Jessick is a Renton resident, artist and development consultant with a business
background. Susan has served on the Commission since May of 2017. Her contributions
on the Grants Committee and her willingness to participate and represent the Arts
Commission at public events, ribbon cuttings and other arts‐related meetings around
the regional has been unparalleled.
Neil Sheesley joined the Commission in 2015 and has served in the capacity of Chair and
Vice Chair for two years in a row. Neil’s personal connections as a Renton‐based
musician has been integral in strengthening the Commissions ties to the music scene in
the community. Neil has been actively involved in the organization and implementation
of RMAC events including music festivals celebrating bands of the Pacific Northwest, the
New Year’s Eve band stage for two years in a row and is the first to volunteer for event
support and speaking opportunities for the Commission.
The RMAC is delighted that Kiley, Susan and Neil continue to express a willingness to
serve their community and request that you forward their names to the Renton City
AGENDA ITEM #6. b)
Armondo Pavone, Mayor
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Council with your recommendation for their reappointment to the Renton Municipal
Arts Commission for a full three‐year term.
AGENDA ITEM #6. b)
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CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. ________
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON; AMENDING
SUBSECTION 4‐5‐030.B.2; SECTION 4‐5‐040; SUBSECTIONS 4‐5‐050.A AND 4‐5‐
050.C; AND SECTIONS 4‐5‐051, 4‐5‐055, 4‐5‐090, 4‐5‐100, 4‐5‐110, AND 4‐5‐130
OF THE RENTON MUNICIPAL CODE; ADOPTING BY REFERENCE AND AMENDING
THE MOST RECENT VERSIONS OF THE RENTON ELECTRICAL CODE, THE
INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, THE WASHINGTON STATE ENERGY CODE, THE
INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE, THE INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE,
THE NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, THE UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE, AND THE
INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I. All portions of the Renton Municipal Code in this ordinance not shown in
strikethrough and underline edits remain in effect and unchanged.
SECTION II. Subsection 4‐5‐030.B.2 of the Renton Municipal Code is amended as
shown below. All other provisions in 4‐5‐030.B remain in effect and unchanged.
B. INDIVIDUAL MOBILE/MANUFACTURED HOME INSTALLATION:
1. Installation Permit Required: An installation permit from the
Development Services Division shall be required for installation of each
manufactured/mobile home and to connect to utilities. An installation permit shall
not be issued for the location of any mobile home unless the mobile home park
has been issued an occupancy certificate and a license from the Building Official.
2. Installation Requirements: All mobile home installations shall comply
with Chapter 296‐150B‐200 M WAC, entitled General Installation Requirements
for Mobile Manufactured Homes. Setbacks, lot coverage and related
AGENDA ITEM # 8. a)
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requirements shall be completed and approved and issued prior to the occupation
of each mobile home.
3. Insignia Required: Mobile homes constructed after July 1, 1968 shall
bear the insignia of approval for plumbing, heating and electrical installation
according to chapter 43.22 RCW.
SECTION III. Section 4‐5‐040 of the Renton Municipal Code is amended as follows:
4‐5‐040 RENTON ELECTRICAL CODE:
The most recently published 2020 edition of The Washington Cities Electrical
Code, Parts 1, 2 and 3, as published by the Washington Association of Building
Officials and amended by the City of Renton, is adopted by reference, and shall be
known as the Renton Electrical Code.
The City shall at all times keep on file with the City Clerk, for reference by the
general public, not less than one copy of The Washington Cities Electrical Code.
SECTION IV. Subsection 4‐5‐050.A of the Renton Municipal Code is amended as follows:
A. ADOPTION:
1. The 2015 2018 Edition of the International Building Code (IBC),
including the adoption of ICC/ANSI A117.1‐2009, Requirements for Accessible and
Useable Buildings and Facilities, as adopted and amended by the State Building
Code Council in chapter 51‐50 WAC, as published by the International Code
Council, excluding Chapter 1, Administration, is adopted by reference, together
with the following amendments and additions. The Construction Administrative
AGENDA ITEM # 8. a)
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Code, as set forth in RMC 4‐5‐060, shall be used apply in place of IBC Chapter 1,
Administration.
2. Exceptions to the IBC:
The provisions of this code do not apply to temporary growing structures
used solely for the commercial production of horticultural plants including
ornamental plants, flowers, vegetables, and fruits. “Temporary growing structure”
means a structure that has the sides and roof covered with polyethylene,
polyvinyl, or similar flexible synthetic material and is used to provide plants with
either frost protection or increased heat retention. A temporary growing structure
is not considered a building for purposes of this code.
The provisions of this code do not apply to the construction, alteration, or
repair of temporary worker housing except as provided by rule adopted under
Chapter 70.114A RCW or Chapter 37, Laws of 1998 (SB 6168). “Temporary worker
housing” means a place, area, or piece of land where sleeping places or housing
sites are provided by an employer for his or her employees or by another person,
including a temporary worker housing operator, who is providing such
accommodations for employees, for temporary, seasonal occupancy.
3. Appendix E – Supplementary Accessibility Requirements of the 2015
2018 Edition of the International Building Code is also adopted by reference.
The 2015 2018 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) is included in the
adoption of the International Building Code as provided by IBC Section
101.4.7101.5.11 of the Construction Administrative Code, as set forth in RMC 4‐5‐
AGENDA ITEM # 8. a)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
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060.A.6, and amended in WAC 51‐50‐480000, et seq., including Appendix A,
Guidelines for the Seismic Retrofit of Existing Buildings, excluding Chapter 1, Part
2, Scope and Administration. The Construction Administrative Code, as set forth
in RMC 4‐5‐060, shall be used apply in place of IEBC Chapter 1, Part 2, Scope and
Administration. Provided that detached one‐and two‐family dwellings and
multiple single‐family dwellings (townhouses) not more than three (3) stories
above grade plane in height with a separate means of egress, and their accessory
structures not more than three (3) stories above grade plane in height, shall
comply with the IEBC or the International Residential Code (IRC).
4. The 2015 2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) is
included in the adoption of the International Building Code as provided by IBC
Section 3109.1 and amended in WAC 51‐50‐3109, and as provided by IRC Section
R326 and amended in WAC 51‐51‐0328, excluding Chapter 1, Scope and
Administration. The Construction Administrative Code, as set forth in RMC 4‐5‐
060, shall be used apply in place of ISPSC Chapter 1, Scope and Administration.
The design and construction of swimming pools, spas and other aquatic recreation
facilities shall comply with the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code ISPSC,
where the facility is one of the following, except that public swimming pool
barriers are regulated by WAC 246‐260‐031(4):.
a. For the sole use of residents and invited guests at a single‐family
dwelling;
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b. For the sole use of residents and invited guests of a duplex owned
by the residents; or
c. Operated exclusively for physical therapy or rehabilitation and
under the supervision of a licensed medical practitioner.
All other “water recreation facilities” as defined in RCW 70.90.110 are
regulated under chapters 246‐260 and 246‐262 WAC.
5. The ICC A117.1‐2009, Accessible and Useable Buildings and Facilities is
hereby adopted by reference, and all provisions therein shall be mandatory
requirements, as prescribed by the Building Official.
SECTION V. Subsection 4‐5‐050.C of the Renton Municipal Code is amended as follows:
C. CITY AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE:
1. Standpipe Requirements: Height: Section 905.3.1 of the International
Building Code is amended to read as follows:
a. 905.3.1, Height: Class III standpipe systems shall be installed
throughout a building where the floor level of the highest story is located more
than twenty feet (20') above the lowest level of the fire department vehicle
access, or where the floor level of the lowest story is located more than twenty
feet (20') below the highest level of fire department vehicle access.
Exceptions:
i. 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.
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ii. 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 department vehicle access.
iii. 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.
iv. Class I standpipes are allowed in basements equipped
throughout with an automatic sprinkler system.
v. Group R‐3 does not require standpipes.
b2. Section 905.3 of the International Building Code is amended to add
a new subsection, to read as follows:
905.3.89, High Rise Building Standpipes: Standpipe risers shall be
combination standpipe/sprinkler risers using a minimum pipe size of six inches
(6"). Two (2) two and one‐half‐inch (2‐1/2") 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
PRV. The system shall be designed to provide a minimum flow of three
hundred (300) gpm at a minimum pressure of one hundred fifty (150) psi
(maximum two hundred (200) psi) at each standpipe connection, in addition
to the flow and pressure requirements contained in NFPA 14.
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23. Dry Standpipes: Section 905.8 of the International Building Code is
amended to read as follows:
Dry standpipes when approved by the fire code official are acceptable
in other than high‐rise buildings.
4. Snow Loads: Section 1608 of the International Building Code is
amended as follows:
1608.1 General.
Minimum Design Roof Snow Load shall be twenty‐five (25) pounds per
square foot. When using this roof snow load it will be left to the engineer’s
judgment whether to consider drift or sliding snow. However, the engineer
shall consider a rain on snow surcharge of at least five (5) pounds per square
foot for roof slopes less than five degrees (5°).
All remaining sections of 1608 are not adopted.
35. Elevator Car Size to Accommodate Ambulance Stretcher: Section
3002.4 of the International Building Code is amended to read as follows:
3002.4 Elevator car to accommodate ambulance stretcher. Where
elevators are provided in buildings four (4) or more stories above, or four (4)
or more stories below, grade plane; or in any R‐1, R‐2, Group B medical care
office; or I occupancy building provided with an elevator regardless of the
number of stories, at least one (1) elevator shall be provided for fire
department emergency access to all floors. The elevator car shall be of such a
size and arrangement to accommodate an ambulance stretcher forty inches
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(40”) by eighty‐four inches (84”) (610 mm by 2,134 mm) with not less than
five‐inch (5”) (127 mm) radius corners, in the horizontal, open position and
shall be identified by the international symbol for emergency medical services
(star of life). The symbol shall not be less than three inches (3”) (76 mm) in
height and shall be placed inside on both sides of the hoistway door frame.
SECTION VI. Section 4‐5‐051 of the Renton Municipal Code is amended as follows:
4‐5‐051 WASHINGTON STATE ENERGY CODE ADOPTED:
The Washington State Energy Code (WSEC), as adopted by the State Building Code
Council in chapters 51‐11C and 51‐11R WAC, excluding the Administration
sections C106 C107 through C111 and R106 R107 through R111, is adopted by
reference. The Construction Administrative Code, as set forth in RMC 4‐5‐060,
shall be used applied in place of the Administration sections C106 C107 through
C111 and R106 R107 through R111.
Exception:
The provisions of this code do not apply to temporary growing structures used
solely for the commercial production of horticultural plants including ornamental
plants, flowers, vegetables, and fruits. A temporary growing structure is not
considered a building for the purposes of this code. However, the installation of
other than listed, portable mechanical equipment or listed, portable lighting
fixtures is not allowed.
The provisions of this code do not apply to the construction, alteration, or repair
of temporary worker housing except as provided by rule adopted under Chapter
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70.114A RCW or Chapter 37, Laws of 1998 (SB 6168). “Temporary worker housing”
means a place, area, or piece of land where sleeping places or housing sites are
provided by an employer for his or her employees or by another person, including
a temporary worker housing operator, who is providing such accommodations for
employees, for temporary, seasonal occupancy.
SECTION VII. Section 4‐5‐055 of the Renton Municipal Code is amended as shown on
Attachment A.
SECTION VIII. Section 4‐5‐090 of the Renton Municipal Code is amended as follows:
4‐5‐090 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE ADOPTED:
A. ADOPTION BY REFERENCE:
The 2015 2018 Edition of the International Mechanical Code (IMC), as adopted
and amended by the State Building Code Council in chapter 51‐52 WAC, as
published by the International Code Council, is adopted by reference with the
following additions, deletions and exceptions: Provided, that Chapter 1, Scope and
Administration, is not adopted and the Construction Administrative Code, as set
forth in RMC 4‐5‐060, shall be used applied in place of IMC Chapter 1, Scope and
Administration. Provided, that the installation of fuel gas distribution piping and
equipment, fuel gas‐fired appliances and fuel gas‐fired appliance venting systems
shall be regulated by the 2018 International Fuel Gas Code. Provided, that
detached one (1) and two (2) family dwellings and multiple single‐family dwellings
(townhouses) not more than three (3) stories high with separate means of egress
and their accessory structures not more than three (3) stories above grade plane
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in height shall comply with the International Residential Code. Provided, that the
standards for liquefied petroleum gas installations shall be the 2014 2020 Edition
of NFPA 58 (Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code) and the 2014 2018 Edition of ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54 (National Fuel Gas Code). References in this code to Group R shall
include Group I‐1, Condition 2 assisted living facilities licensed by Washington
State under chapter 388‐78A WAC and Group I‐1, Condition 2 residential
treatment facilities licensed by Washington state under chapter 246‐337 WAC.
B. EXCEPTIONS:
The provisions of this code do not apply to temporary growing structures used
solely for the commercial production of horticultural plants including ornamental
plants, flowers, vegetables, and fruits. “Temporary growing structure” means a
structure that has the sides and roof covered with polyethylene, polyvinyl, or
similar flexible synthetic material and is used to provide plants with either frost
protection or increased heat retention. A temporary growing structure is not
considered a building for purposes of this code.
C. CONFLICTS:
In the case of conflict between the duct sealing or insulation requirements of
Section 603 or 604 of this code and the duct sealing or insulation requirements of
chapters 51‐11C/ and 51‐11R WAC, the Washington State Energy Code shall
govern.
SECTION IX. Section 4‐5‐100 of the Renton Municipal Code is amended as follows:
4‐5‐100 NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ADOPTED:
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The 2015 2018 Edition of the National Fuel Gas Code (ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54), as
adopted by the State Building Code Council in chapter 51‐52 WAC, as published
by NFPA, is adopted by reference. The Construction Administrative Code, as set
forth in RMC 4‐5‐060, shall be applied for the administration of this code.
SECTION X. Section 4‐5‐110 of the Renton Municipal Code is amended as follows:
4‐5‐110 UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE ADOPTED:
The 2015 2018 Edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), as adopted and
amended by the State Building Code Council in chapter 51‐56 WAC, as published
by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, is adopted
by reference with the following additions, deletions and exceptions: Provided,
that Chapter 1, Administration, is not adopted and the Construction
Administrative Code, as set forth in RMC 4‐5‐060, shall be used in place of UPC
Chapter 1, Administration. Provided, that Chapters 12 and 14 of the Uniform
Plumbing Code are not adopted. Provided, that those requirements of the
Uniform Plumbing Code relating to venting and combustion air of fuel‐fired
appliances as found in Chapter 5 and those portions of the code addressing
building sewers are not adopted.
The following appendices of the 2015 2018 Edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code
as adopted and amended by the State Building Code Council in chapter 51‐5657
WAC, as published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical
Officials, are also adopted by reference: Appendix A – Recommended Rules for
Sizing the Water Supply System; Appendix B – Explanatory Notes on Combination
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Waste and Vent Systems; Appendix I – Installation Standards for Pex Tubing
Systems for Hot‐ and Cold‐Water Distribution. In addition, Appendix C – Alternate
Plumbing Systems, excluding Sections C303.3 and C304.0 through C601.9, is
adopted by reference.
Where a conflict exists between the provisions of Appendix I and the
manufacturer’s installation instructions, the conditions of the listing and the
manufacturer’s installation instructions shall apply.
SECTION XI. Section 4‐5‐130 of the Renton Municipal Code is amended as follows:
4‐5‐130 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE:
A. INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE ADOPTED:
The 2015 2018 Edition of the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC)
is adopted as amended, added to, or excepted in this title, and shall be applicable
within the City, except Chapter 1, Scope and Administration, and Sections 303,
307, 308, and 507, which are not adopted. The Construction Administrative Code,
as set forth in RMC 4‐5‐060, shall be used applied in place of IPMC Chapter 1,
Scope and Administration.
B. AMENDMENTS:
The following amendments to the Code are hereby adopted:
1. Section 301.2, Responsibility, of the 2018 Edition of the IPMC, is
amended to read as follows:
Responsibility: The owner of the premises shall maintain the structures
and exterior property in compliance with these requirements, except as
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otherwise provided for in this code. A person shall not occupy as owner‐
occupant or permit another person to occupy premises which are not in a
sanitary and safe condition and which do not comply with the requirements of
this section.
2. Subsection 301.3, Vacant buildings structures and land, of the 2018
Edition of the IPMC, is deleted in its entirety and replaced by the following:
301.3 Vacant buildings: All vacant buildings and premises thereof must
comply with this Code. Vacant buildings shall be maintained in a clean, safe,
secure and sanitary condition provided herein so as not to cause a blighting
problem or otherwise adversely affect the public health, safety, or quality of
life.
301.3.1 Appearance: All vacant buildings must appear to be occupied,
or appear able to be occupied with little or no repairs.
301.3.2 Security: All vacant buildings must be secured against outside
entry at all times. Security shall be by the normal building amenities such as
windows and doors having adequate strength to resist intrusion. All doors and
windows must remain locked. There shall be at least one operable door into
every building and into each housing unit. Exterior walls and roofs must remain
intact without holes.
301.3.2.1 Architectural (cosmetic) structural panels: Architectural
structural panels may be used to secure windows, doors, and other openings
provided they are cut to fit the opening and match the characteristics of the
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building. Architectural panels may be of exterior grade finished plywood or
Medium Density Overlaid plywood (MDO) that is painted to match the building
exterior or covered with a reflective material such as plexi‐glass.
Exception: Untreated plywood or similar structural panels may be used
to secure windows, doors and other openings for a maximum period of thirty
(30) days.
301.3.2.2 Security fences: Temporary construction fencing may be
used for a maximum period of thirty (30) days as a method to secure a building
from entry.
301.3.3 Weather protection: The exterior roofing and siding shall be
maintained as required in section 304.
301.3.4 Fire Safety:
301.3.4.1 Fire protection systems: All fire suppression and alarms
systems shall be maintained in a working condition and inspected as required
by the Fire Department.
301.3.4.2 Flammable liquids: No vacant building or premises or
portion thereof shall be used for the storage of flammable liquids or other
materials that constitute a safety or fire hazard.
301.3.4.3 Combustible materials: All debris, combustible materials,
litter and garbage shall be removed from vacant buildings, their accessory
buildings and adjoining yard areas. The building and premises shall be
maintained free from such items.
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301.3.4.3 Fire inspections: Periodic Fire Department inspections may
be required at intervals set forth by the Fire Chief.
301.3.5 Plumbing fixtures: Plumbing fixtures connected to an
approved water system, an approved sewage system, or an approved natural
gas utility system shall be installed in accordance with applicable codes and be
maintained in sound condition and good repair or removed and the service
terminated in the manner prescribed by applicable codes.
301.3.5.1 Freeze protection: The building’s water systems shall be
protected from freezing.
301.3.6 Electrical: Electrical service lines, wiring, outlets or fixtures not
installed or maintained in accordance with applicable codes shall be repaired,
removed or the electrical services terminated to the building in accordance
with applicable codes.
301.3.7 Heating: Heating facilities or heating equipment in vacant
buildings shall be removed, rendered inoperable, or maintained in accordance
with applicable codes.
301.3.8 Interior floors: If a hole in a floor presents a hazard, the hole
shall be covered and secured with three‐quarter inch (3/4") plywood, or a
material of equivalent strength, cut to overlap the hole on all sides by at least
six inches (6").
301.3.9 Termination of utilities: The code official may, by written
notice to the owner and to the appropriate water, electricity or gas utility,
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request that water, electricity, or gas service to a vacant building be
terminated or disconnected.
301.3.9.1 Restoration of service: If water, electricity, or gas service has
been terminated or disconnected pursuant to section 301.3.9, no one except
the utility may take any action to restore the service, including an owner or
other private party requesting restoration of service until written notification
is given by the code official that service may be restored.
301.3.10 Notice to person responsible: The code official may inspect
the building and premises whenever the code official has reason to believe
that a building is vacant, subject to a duly issued court warrant, if there is a
present danger, or under the terms of to exercise the City’s community
caretaking function, or where otherwise authorized by law. If the code official
determines that a vacant building violates any provision of this section, the
code official shall notify in writing the owner of the building or real property
upon which the building is located, or other person responsible, of the
violations and required corrections and shall be given a time frame to comply.
301.3.10.1 Alternate requirements: The requirements and time
frames of this section may be modified under an approved Plan of Action.
Within thirty (30) days of notification that a building or real property upon
which the building is located is in violation of this section, an owner may
submit a written Plan of Action for the code official to review and approve if
found acceptable. A Plan of Action may allow:
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1) Extended use of non‐architectural panels.
2) Extended use of temporary security fencing.
3) Extended time before the demolition of a building is required.
4) For substandard conditions to exist for a specific period of time,
provided the building is secured in an approved manner. When considering a
Plan of Action, the building code official shall take into consideration the
magnitude of the violation and the impact to the neighborhood.
301.3.11 Enforcement: Violations of this section shall be enforced
according to the provisions and procedures of RMC 1‐3‐2 and subject to the
monetary penalties contained therein.
301.3.11.1 Abatement: A building or structure accessory thereto that
remains vacant and open to entry after the required compliance date is found
and declared to be a public nuisance. The code official is hereby authorized to
summarily abate the violation by closing the building to unauthorized entry.
The costs of abatement shall be a lien against the real property and may be
collected from the owner in the manner provided by law.
301.3.11.2 Unsafe buildings and equipment: Any vacant building or
equipment therein declared unsafe is subject to the provisions of RMC 4‐5‐
060 and the demolition provisions of RMC 4‐5‐060.
3. Section 302.4, Weeds, of the 2018 Edition of the IPMC, is amended to
read as follows:
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Weeds: All premises and exterior property shall be maintained free
from weeds or plant growth in excess of twelve inches (12”) in height on
developedment property or twenty‐four inches (24") in height on vacant land.
All noxious weeds shall be prohibited. Weeds shall be defined as all grasses,
annual plants and vegetation, other than trees or shrubs; provided, however,
this term shall not include cultivated flowers and gardens.
Upon failure of the owner or agent having charge of a property to cut
and destroy weeds after service of a notice of violation, they shall be subject
to the provisions of RMC 1‐3‐2, Civil Code Enforcement of Code.
4. Section 308, Rubbish and Garbage, of the 2018 Edition of the IPMC, is
deleted in its entirety and replaced with a new Section 308, Residential Outdoor
Storage, which shall read as follows:
308 Residential Outdoor Storage:
308.1 Purpose: The purpose of this section is to define and regulate
the outdoor storage of materials on residential property while maintaining the
character and use intended for single family residential neighborhoods.
308.2 Allowed residential outdoor storage: For RC and R‐1 zoned
properties, a maximum of four hundred (400) square feet of area may be used
for outdoor storage. For R‐4, R‐6, and R‐8 zoned properties, a maximum of two
hundred (200) square feet of area may be used for outdoor storage. For R‐10
and R‐14 zoned properties, a maximum of one hundred feet (100') of area may
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be used for outdoor storage. Outdoor storage in excess of the above
requirements is not permitted in the City of Renton.
308.3 Prohibited areas for outdoor storage: Outdoor storage is
prohibited on residentially zoned property in the following areas:
Front yards
Side yards
Slopes greater than fifteen percent (15%)
Designated open spaces or restricted areas
Critical areas, including wetland, streams and associated buffer areas
308.4 Emergency access: Outdoor storage areas shall not prevent
emergency access to the residential structure or any other building.
308.5 Business related storage: Materials stored outdoors on
residentially zoned properties shall not be owned by or used in any business
or industry including a home occupation business.
308.6 Height limitations: Materials stored outdoors on residentially
zoned properties shall be neatly stacked and not exceed a height of six feet
(6'). Tarps may not be utilized for screening cover outdoor storage.
308.7 Firewood: Firewood must be split, neatly stacked, and intended
for use on the premises on which it is stored. Tarps may be used to protect
cover firewood.
308.8 Membrane structures: Membrane structures are considered
outdoor storage, and subject to the location restrictions in section 308.3. Such
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structures shall not exceed two hundred (200) square feet in area. Membrane
structures shall be immediately removed or repaired in the event of disrepair
or in the event of damage caused by weather, fire, collision, accident, or other
forms of damage. Tarps and makeshift covers are prohibited for this use.
308.9 Prohibited materials: Shipping containers and other similar
storage units do not qualify as accessory buildings on residentially zoned
properties, and are prohibited. Hazardous materials are also prohibited for
outdoor storage on residentially zoned properties.
C. COPY ON FILE:
At least one (1) copy of the adopted edition of the International Property
Maintenance Code shall be on file in the office of the City Clerk.
SECTION XII. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or work of this
ordinance should be held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court or competent jurisdiction,
such invalidity or unconstitutionality thereof shall not affect the constitutionality of any other
section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or word of this ordinance.
SECTION XIII. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect five (5) days after publication
of a summary of this ordinance in the City’s official newspaper. The summary shall consist of this
ordinance’s title.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this _______ day of ___________________, 2021.
Jason A. Seth, City Clerk
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APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this _______ day of _____________________, 2021.
Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Approved as to form:
Shane Moloney, City Attorney
Date of Publication:
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22 ATTACHMENT A 4‐5‐055 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE ADOPTED: The 2015 2018 Edition of the International Residential Code (IRC), as adopted and amended by the State Building Code Council in chapter 51‐51 WAC, as published by the International Code Council, is adopted by reference, with the City’s amendments thereto, as specified in subsections A through C B of this Section. Chapter 1, Scope and Administration, is not adopted and the Construction Administrative Code, as set forth in RMC 4‐5‐060, shall be used in place of IRC Chapter 1, Scope and Administration. Provided, that Chapters 11 and 25 through 43 of the IRC are not adopted. The energy code is regulated by Chapter 51‐11R WAC; the plumbing code is regulated by Chapter 51‐56 WAC; the electrical code is regulated as adopted by RMC 4‐5‐040. The standards for liquefied petroleum gas installations shall be 2020 NFPA 58 (Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code) and 2018 NFPA 54 (National Fuel Gas Code). All other fuel gas installations shall be regulated by the 2018 International Mechanical Code and 2018 International Fuel Gas Code. Appendix Q – Tiny Houses, and Appendix U – Dwelling Unit Fire Sprinkler Systems, as found in WAC 51‐51‐60105, are adopted. A. CITY AMENDMENTS TO IRC TABLE R301.2(1), CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA: AGENDA ITEM # 8. a)
ORDINANCE NO. ________ 23 Table R301.2(1) of the International Residential Code is amended to read as follows: IRC Table R301.2(1) Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria Roof Snow Load1 Wind Design2 Seismic Design Category3 Subject to Damage From: Outside Design Temp. – Heat/Cool Ice Barrier Under‐layment Required Flood Hazards5 Air Freezing Index Mean Annual Temp. Speed Topographic Effects Weathering4 Frost Line Depth Termite Decay 25 psf 110 mph See footnote2 D2 Moderate 12" Slight to Moderate 24ºF/83ºF No N/A 113 50ºF GROUND SNOW LOAD1 WIND DESIGN2 SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY SUBJECT TO DAMAGE FROM WINTER DESIGN TEMP ICE BARRIER UNDERLAYMENT REQUIRED FLOOD HAZARDS5 AIR FREEZING INDEX MEAN ANNUAL TEMP Speed (mph) Topographic Effects2 Special Wind Region Windborne Debris Zone Weathering Frost Line Depth Termite 20 110 See Footnote 2 No No D2 Moderate 12” Slight 24° F No N/A 113 50° F MANUAL J DESIGN CRITERIA Elevation Latitude Winter Heating Summer Cooling Altitude Correction Factor Indoor Design Temperature Design Temperature Cooling Heating Temperature Difference 364 Feet 47° 72° F 75° F 0.99 72° F 75° F 45° F AGENDA ITEM # 8. a)
ORDINANCE NO. ________ 24 Cooling Temperature Difference Wind Velocity Heating Wind Velocity Cooling Coincident Wet Bulb Daily Range Winter Humidity Summer Humidity 7° F N/A N/A 66 Medium 82% 68% Footnotes: 1. When using this A roof snow load minimum of twenty‐five (25) pounds per square foot (“psf”) may be used for design. Iit will be left to the engineer’s judgment whether to consider drift or sliding snow. However, rain on snow surcharge of five (5) psf must be considered for roof slopes less than five degrees (5°). 2. Wind exposure category and Topographic effects (Wind Speed‐up Kzt factor) shall be determined on a site‐specific basis by the Design Professional in Responsible Charge (components and cladding need not consider topographic effects unless otherwise determined by the engineer of record). 3. From IRC Table 301.2(1). 4. Weathering may require a higher strength concrete or grade of masonry than necessary to satisfy the structural requirements of this code. The grade of masonry units shall be determined from ASTM C 34, C 55, C 62, C 73, C 90, C 129, C 145, C 216 or C 652. AGENDA ITEM # 8. a)
ORDINANCE NO. ________ 25 5. The City of Renton participates in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) as specified in City of Renton Resolution No. 1984, dated April 21, 1975. On August 10, 2020, Tthe City’s adopted by Ordinance No. 5977 “The Flood Insurance Study is April 19, 2005 (FIS) for King County, Washington and Incorporated Areas,” effective for all communities in King County on August 19, 2020, with the accompanying , and the number and date of current effective Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMSs). The FIS and FIRMs are on file at the City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. are as follows: 53033CIND0A 04/19/2005 53033C0664F 05/16/1995 53033C0666F 05/16/1995 53033C0668F 05/16/1995 53033C0669F 05/16/1995 53033C0957F 05/16/1995 53033C0976F 05/16/1995 53033C0977F 05/16/1995 53033C0978F 05/16/1995 53033C0979F 05/16/1995 AGENDA ITEM # 8. a)
ORDINANCE NO. ________ 26 53033C0981F 05/16/1995 53033C0982F 05/16/1995 53033C0983F 05/16/1995 53033C0984F 05/16/1995 53033C0986F 05/16/1995 53033C0987F 05/16/1995 B. EXCEPTIONS: The provisions of this code do not apply to temporary growing structures used solely for the commercial production of horticultural plants including ornamental plants, flowers, vegetables, and fruits. “Temporary growing structure” means a structure that has the sides and roof covered with polyethylene, polyvinyl, or similar flexible synthetic material and is used to provide plants with either frost protection or increased heat retention. A temporary growing structure is not considered a building for purposes of this code. The provisions of this code do not apply to the construction, alteration, or repair of temporary worker housing except as provided by rule adopted under Chapter 70.114A RCW or Chapter 37, Laws of 1998 (SB 6168). “Temporary worker housing” means a place, area, or piece of land where sleeping places or AGENDA ITEM # 8. a)
ORDINANCE NO. ________ 27 housing sites are provided by an employer for his or her employees or by another person, including a temporary worker housing operator, who is providing such accommodations for employees, for temporary, seasonal occupancy. C. CONFLICTS: In the case of conflict between the duct sealing or insulation requirements of Section 603 or Section 604 of this code and the duct sealing or insulation requirements of Chapter 51‐11C/R WAC, the Washington State Energy Code shall govern. AGENDA ITEM # 8. a)