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13 & 14 Building Code Updates (2)TO: FROM: SUBJECT: DATE: Mayor, & City Council Grayson Path, City Manager Andrew Mack, AICP Duke McGee, Building Code Updates March 27",2023 Director Planning and Community Development Building Official Item Nos. 13 & 14 BACKGROUND: In 2017, the City of Paris updated the City Building Codes by repealing the 2006 edition, and adopting the 2015 edition of the International Building Code (IBC), International Residential Code (IRC), International Plumbing Code (IPC), International Mechanical Code (IMC), International Existing Building Code (IEBC), International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) and the 2014 National Electrical Code (hereinafter referred to as the ICC Family of Codes). The ICC Family of Codes provide the jurisdiction an enforceable set of regulations governing the safeguarding of life and property. It provides the City provisions for the issuance of permits and collection of fees. The ICC Family of Codes became the official Building Codes for the City of Paris in 2010, and is still the adopted Building Codes today. The ICC codes are drafted and updated by building professionals, code enforcing officials, industry representatives, design professionals and other interested parties every three years. The ICC Codes are recognized as minimal construction standards. Code updates and revisions take into account all aspects of construction best practices and methods. As new products, methods, technology and safety practices are introduced, evaluation and standardizing of these are required to insure proper application and safety. Existing regulation need to be evaluated to insure their purposes are still relevant and applicable. By keeping current with minimum building safety requirements we maintain best practices and help insure safe and lasting structures. Local government agencies are encouraged to keep current with code adoptions to maintain relevance in code enforcement and training. Keeping current with Code adoption will improve insurance ratings provided by the Insurance Service Office (ISO). The ISO is responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of code enforcement agencies, and assigning a Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule (BCEGS) rating that is used by insurance providers when setting policy premiums with appropriate risk. The ratings range from 1 to 10, with a rating classification of 1 being exemplary and 10 being deficient. The City of Paris was evaluated by the ISO in June of 2016 and received a rating of 9 for one and two family dwellings (Res) and 9 for industrial and commercial (Com). During the evaluation, the ISO representative indicated that in order to improve the rating from a 9, the City would need to adopt, enforce and maintain a code that is within 5 years of its release. This was one of the reasons the City updated to the 2015 ICC codes in 2017. The City was re-evaluated in 2021 and was rated 6 (Res) 6 (Com). Today 2023 we are in the same position as 2016, with our adopted 2015 codes being 8 years post release. STATUS OF ISSUE: Many municipalities, counties, and jurisdictional authorities in Texas have adopted, or plan to adopt the 2021 ICC codes as their official codes. In Texas' current 88th Legislative Session HB 2409 would make the 2021 IBC & IRC the Municipal Commercial and Residential Building Codes for the State of Texas (Effective date September 1, 2023). Updating the model codes will keep the City of Paris current with applicable State laws and with construction standards, advance the safety of building systems, and promote a common code interpretation between communities. The primary mission of the Building Department is to protect the lives and safety of the residents and visitors of the city of Paris, preserve the quality of life and contribute to lasting economic development. Keeping current by updating the Building Codes will improve the Building Department's ability to complete these tasks and assist the City's ability to promote safety, protect life, health, and wellbeing, for both our citizens and guests while keeping current our knowledge and methods in the safeguarding of life and property. As with all adopted codes in Texas, local jurisdictions can adopt amendments to better suit the community's needs, population, resources and response capabilities. The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) has a code committee and five advisory boards dedicated to the review and analysis of newly released codes. NCTCOG board then makes recommendations for amendments to the model codes, multiple jurisdictions throughout the State use the NCTOG recommendations in their Code adoption and amendment process. City Staff, mindful of our community's needs, growth, and emergency response capabilities, have reviewed the NTCOG recommendations; and after meeting with local general contractors, developers and trade contractors have developed a comprehensive list of amendments to the ICC Family of Codes that will reinforce consistent application and enforcement, while improving the City in the areas of public safety, health, welfare and development. BUDGET: This ordinance has no fiscal impact. Resource materials and training are included in the 2022-2023 budget. STAFFS RECOMMENDATION: In order to protect the public health, safety, and welfare of the City of Paris and its citizenry, we recommend you would approve the adoption of the 2021 International Building Code, 2021 International Residential Code (IRC), 2021 International Existing Building Code (IEBC), 2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC), 2021 International Plumbing Code (IPC), 2021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) and the 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC), along with the local amendments and appendixes as presented. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 4, ARTICLE 4.02, "CONSTRUCTION CODES AND STANDARDS," TO REPEAL THE ADOPTION OF THE 2015 EDITIONS OF THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, THE INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE, THE INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE, THE INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE, THE INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, AND THE INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE AND ADOPTING THE 2021 EDITIONS OF SAME; TO REPEAL THE ADOPTION OF THE 2014 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE; TO ADOPT THE 2021 EDITIONS OF THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, INTERNATINAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE, INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE, THE INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE, THE INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, AND THE INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE; TO ADOPT THE 2020 EDITION OF THE NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE; AND TO AMEND SECTION 4.02.231 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS REGARDING AN AMENDMENT TO SECTION 102.7 OF THE 2021 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINENANCE CODE REGARDING HISTORIC BUILDINGS; MAKING OTHER FINDINGS AND PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT; PROVIDING A REPEALER CLAUSE, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, A SAVINGS CLAUSE, A PENALTY CLAUSE; AND DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City of Paris has previously adopted the 2015 Editions of the International Building Code, the International Residential Code, the International Existing Building Code, the International Plumbing Code, the International Fuel Gas Code, and the International Mechanical Code as well as the 2014 National Electrical Code; and WHEREAS, the City Council has adopted the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code for properties in the downtown Historic District; and WHEREAS, the International Code Council updates its uniform International Codes every three years, the last such update occurring in 2021; and WHEREAS, new and updated construction and fire codes are necessary to properly regulate and govern the conditions and maintenance of all property, buildings, and structures; to provide the standards for supplied utilities and facilities and other physical things and conditions essential to ensure that structures are safe, sanitary and fit for occupation and use; and to provide for the condemnation of buildings and structures unfit for human occupancy and use and the demolition of such structures in the City of Paris; and, WHEREAS, the City Engineer and Building Inspector hereby recommend the 2021 International Building Code, the International Residential Code, the International Existing Building Code, the International Plumbing Code, the International Fuel Gas Code, the 1 International Mechanical Code and the 2020 National Electrical Code as the best uniform building and electrical codes to provide uniform guidelines and regulations for all property, buildings and structures by providing the standards for supplied utilities and facilities and other physical things and conditions essential to ensure that structures are safe, sanitary and fit for occupation and use and the condemnation of buildings and structures unfit for human occupancy and use and the demolition of such structures in the City of Paris, Texas; and, WHEREAS, on April 10, 2023, the City Council held public hearings on proposed adoption of amendments to said codes; and WHEREAS, after considering testimony from the public hearings referenced above, the City Council deems it to be in the best interest of the City of Paris and its citizens to repeal the existing 2015 Editions of International Building Code, the International Residential Code, the International Existing Building Code, the International Plumbing Code, the International Fuel Gas Code, and the International Mechanical Code and to adopt the 2021 Editions of same; and to repeal the 2014 Edition of the National Electrical Code and adopt the 2020 Edition of same; and to make certain amendments to the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code as amended with local amendments as set out below. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS: Section 1. That the findings set out in the preamble to this ordinance are hereby in all things approved. Section 2. That Chapter 4, "Building Regulations," Article 4.02, "Construction Codes," Division 2, "Building Code," as it now exists shall be and is hereby repealed and replaced with the following text: "Division 3 Building Code § 4.02.031 Building Code Adopted. (a) Definition. For purposes of this division, the I'^111-ev. �9 de f4 itie shall apply: `Building code" shall mean the 2019 2021 International Building Code (sometimes referred to as IBC including any and all amendments, revisions, or revised additions to the 201.5 2021 International Building Code. (b) Adoption. In conformance with Texas Local Government Code, chapter 214, subchapter G, sections 214.211 through 214.214, the r 2021 International Building Code, including appendices C, E, F, G, and J, is hereafter adopted as the municipal building code for the city. The r 2021 International Building Code shall apply to the conditions and maintenance of all property, buildings and structures by providing the standards for supplied utilities and facilities and other physical things and conditions essential to 2 ensure that structures are safe, sanitary and fit for occupation and use and for the condemnation of buildings and structures unfit for human occupancy and use and the demolition of such structures in the city. The city council may establish procedures to adopt local amendments to the International Pesidewlal Building Code [4 term tig Building G^4^] -and for the administration and enforcement of the International Tor, al Building Code [4 term t;ena Building ing Cedes (c) Copies on file. Copies of the 2019 2021 International Building Code will be maintained on file in the office of the city planning and development department and may be viewed online at htt s://codes.iccsafe.or codes i-codes/2021-icode, and the provisions thereof shall be controlling as set out herein in the construction of all buildings and other structures within the corporate limits of the city. § 4.02.032 Amendments. The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2021 International Building Code adopted by � 4.02. 031 are hereby amended as follows: Amend Section 101.4. Referenced codes, to read as follows: 101.4 Referenced codes. The other codes listed in Sections 101.4.1 throuL-h 101.4.8 and referenced elsewhere in this code, when specifically adopted, shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards, each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Any reference to NFPA 70 or the Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted. - - -- -• -- - -- - -- -... - Eli - - -• - -- -- . . .. ..01, .. . . 0,101'. .. . . . IM . . . . . . . .. . ... . ... . .. ..... .. .. I'll .. . .. ..WIN . .. ..... • PHIMMI The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2021 International Building Code adopted by � 4.02. 031 are hereby amended as follows: Amend Section 101.4. Referenced codes, to read as follows: 101.4 Referenced codes. The other codes listed in Sections 101.4.1 throuL-h 101.4.8 and referenced elsewhere in this code, when specifically adopted, shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards, each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Any reference to NFPA 70 or the Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted. Amend Section 101.4.8, Electrical, b ay dding the following: 101.4.8 Electrical. The provisions of the Electrical Code shall apply to the installation of electrical systems, including alterations, repairs, replacement, equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances thereto. Amend Section 103.1, Creation of enforcement agency, to insert the department name: 103.1 Creation of enforcement agency. The City of Paris Building Department is hereby created and the official in charge thereof shall be known as the building official. [Remainder unchanged.[ Amend Section 104.2.1 Determination of substantially improved or substantially damaged existing buildings and structures in flood hazard areas, to read as follows: 104.2.1 Determination of substantially improved or substantially damaged existing buildings and structures in flood hazard areas. Delete - -Floodplain administered and regulated bX„Article 4.07 of this Code. Amend Section 104.10.1; Flood hazard areas, to read as follows: 104.10.1 Flood hazard areas. Delete-Floodplains administered and regulated by Article 4.07 of this Code. Add Section 109.7, Re -inspection fee, to read as follows: 109.7 Re -inspection Fee. A fee as established by city council resolution may be charged when: 1. The inspection called for is not ready when the inspector arrives: 2. No building address or permit card is clearly posted: 3. City approved plans are not on the job site available to the inspector; 4. The building is locked or work otherwise not available for inspection when called: S. The job site is red -tagged twice for the same item: 6. The original red tag has been removed from the job site. 7. Failure to maintain erosion control, trash control or tree protection. Any re -inspection fees assessed shall be paid before any more inspections are made on that job site. Amend Section 113.4, Violation penalties, to read as follows: 113.4 Violation penalties. A person who shall violate a provision of this Code or who fails to comply herewith or with any of the requirements hereof, or who shall erect, construct, alter or repair, or who has erected, constructed, altered or repaired a building or structure in violation of a detailed statement or plan submitted and approved hereunder, or of a permit or certificate issued hereunder, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be fined in any sum not to exceed two thousand dollars ($2,000.00), and each and every day's continuance of any violation of the provisions of this Code shall constitute and be deemed a separate offense. Offenses under this section shall be strict liability offenses. Amend the following definitions in Section 202, DEFINITIONS, to read as follows: AMBULATORY CARE FACILITY. Buildings or portions thereof used to provide medical, surgical, psychiatric, nursing or similar care on a less than 24-hour basis to persons who are rendered incapable of self-preservation by the services provided This group may include but not be limited to the following_ - Dialysis centers - Sedation dentistry - Surgery centers - Colonic centers - Psychiatric centers ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES. A building or part thereof housing persons, on a 24-hour basis, who because of age, mental disability or other reasons, live in a supervised residential environment which provides personal care services. The occupants are capable of responding to an emergency situation without physical assistance from staff. REPAIR GARAGE. A building, structure or portion thereof used for servicing or repairing motor vehicles. This occupancy shall also include garages involved in minor repair, modification and servicing of motor vehicles for items such as lube changes, inspections, windshield repair or replacement, shocks, minor part replacement and other such minor repairs. SPECIAL INSPECTOR. A qualified person employed or retained by an approved agency who shall prove to the satisfaction of the registered design professional in responsible charge and approved by the Building Official as having the competence necessary to inspect a particular type of construction requiring special inspection. HIGH-RISE BUILDING. A building with an occupied floor located more than 35 feet (10668 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access. Amend Section 303.1.3, Associated with Group E occupancies, to add the following sentence: 303.1.3 Associated with Group E occupancies. A room or space used for assembly purposes that is associated with a Group E occupancy is not considered a separate occupancy, when applying the assembly requirements of Chapters 10 and 11. Amend Section 304.1, Business Group B, to add the following to the list of occupancies: Fire stations Police stations with detention facilities for 5 or less Amend Section 307.1.1, Cleaning establishments, to add the following sentence to Exception 4: 307.1.1 Cleaning establishments. [Text unchanged.] Exceptions: [Text of Exceptions 1-3 unchanged.[ 4. Cleaning establishments... [Text unchanged]... See also IFC Chapter 21, Dry Cleaning Plant provisions. Amend Section 403.1, Applicability, Exception 3, to read as follows: 403.1 Applicability. [Text unchanged. Exceptions: [Exceptions 1 and 2 unchanged.] 3. The open-air portion of a building [remainder unchanged] ... Amend Section 403.3, Automatic Sprinkler System, to delete the exception: Amend Section 403.3.2, Watersupply to requiredflre pumps, to read as follows: [F] 403.3.2 Water supply to required fire pumps. In buildings that are more than 120 feet (36.5 m) in building height, required fire pumps shall be supplied by connections to no fewer than two water mains located in different streets. Separate supply piping shall be provided between each connection to the water main and the pumps. Each connection and the supply piping between the connection and the pumps shall be sized to supply the flow and pressure required for the pumps to operate. Exception: [No change to exception.1 Amend Section 403.3.2, Exit Stairways in an atrium, to read as follows: 404.10 Exit Stairways in an atrium. Where an atrium contains an interior exit access stairway all the following shall be met: [Remainder unchanged.[ Amend Section 406.3.3.1, Carport separation, to add the following sentence: 406.3.3.1 Carport separation. [Existing text unchanged.] ... A fire separation is not required between a Group R-2 and U carport provided that the carport is entirely open on all sides and that the distance between the two is at least 10 feet (3048 mm). Amend Section 423.5.1, Required occupant capacity, to read as follows: 423.5.1 Required occupant capacity. The required occupant capacity of the storm shelter shall include all of the buildings on the site and shall be the total occupant load of the classrooms, vocational rooms and offices in the Group E occupancy. Exceptions: 1. Where a new building is being added on an existing Group E site, and where the new building is not of sufficient size to accommodate the required occupant capacity of the storm shelter for all of the buildings on the site, the storm shelter shall at a minimum accommodate the required occupant capacity for the new building. 2. Where approved by the building official, the required occupant capacity of the shelter shall be permitted to be reduced by the occupant capacity of any existing storm shelters on the site. 3. Where approved by the building official, the actual number of occupants for whom each occupied space, floor or building is designed, although less than those determined by occupant load calculation, shall be permitted to be used in the determination of the required design occupant capacity for the storm shelter. Amend Section 503.1, General, to add the following sentence: 503.1. General. [Existing text unchanged.] ...Where a building contains more than one distinct type of construction, the building shall comply with the most restrictive area, height, and stories, for the lesser type of construction or be separated by fire walls, except as allowed in Section 510. Amend Table 506.2, ALLOWABLEAREA FACTOR, to delete footnote i. Amend Section 506.3.1, Minimum percentage of perimeter, to add the following sentence: 506.3.1 Minimum percentage of perimeter. [Existing text unchanged.] ...In order to be considered as accessible, if not in direct contact with a street or fire lane, a minimum 10 -foot -wide pathway meeting fire department access from the street or approved fire lane shall be provided. Amend Section 708.4.2, Fireblocks and draftstops in combustible construction, Exception 1, to read as follows: 708.4.2 Fireblocks and draftstops in combustible construction. [Body of text unchanged.) Exceptions: Buildings equipped with an automatic sprinkler system installed throughout in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, or in accordance with Section 903.3.1.2 provided that sprinkler protection is provided in the space between the top of the fire partition and the underside of the floor or roof sheathing, deck or slab above as required for systems complying with Section 903.3.1.1. Portions of buildings containing concealed spaces filled with noncombustible insulation as permitted for sprinkler omission shall not apply to this exception for draftstopping. [Remaining Exceptions unchanged.[ Amend Section 718.3, Draftstoppinginn floors, Exception, to read as follows: 718.3 Draftstopping in floors. [Body of text unchanged] Exception: Buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1. and provided that in combustible construction, sprinkler protection is provided in the floor space. Amend Section 718.4, Draftstoppina in attics, Exception, to read as follows: 718.4 Draftstopping in attics. [Body of text unchanged] Exception: Buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 and provided that in combustible construction, sprinkler protection is provided in the attic space. Amend Section 901.6.1. Standpipe testing, by adding Section 901.6.1.1 to read as follows: 901.6.1.1 Standpipe Testing. Building owners f managers must maintain and test standpipe systems as per NFPA 25 requirements. The following additional requirements shall be applied to the testing that is required every 5 years: 1. The piping between the Fire Department Connection (FDC) and the standpipe shall be backflushed or inspected by approved camera when foreign material is present or when caps are missing, and also hydrostatically tested for all FDC's on any type of standpipe system. Hydrostatic testing shall also be conducted in accordance with NFPA 25 requirements for the different types of standpipe systems. 2. For any manual (dry or wet) standpipe system not having an automatic water supply capable of flowing water through the standpipe. the tester shall connect hose from a fire hydrant or portable pumping system (as approved by the fire code official) to each FDC, and flow water through the standpipe system to the roof outlet to verify that each inlet connection functions properly. Confirm that there are no open hose valves prior to introducing water into a dry standpipe. There is no required pressure criteria at the outlet. Verify that check valves function properly and that there are no closed control valves on the system. 3. Any pressure relief, reducing, or control valves shall be tested in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 25. All hose valves shall be exercised. 4. If the FDC is not already provided with approved caps, the contractor shall install such caps for all FDC's as required by the fire code official. S. Upon successful completion of standpipe test, place a blue tag (as per Texas Administrative Code, Fire Sprinkler Rules for Inspection. Test and Maintenance Service (ITM) Tag) at the bottom of each standpipe riser in the building. The tag shall be check -marked as "Fifth Year" for Type of ITM. and the note on the back of the tag shall read "S Year Standpipe Test" at a minimum. 6. The procedures required by Texas Administrative Code Fire Sprinkler Rules with regard to Yellow Tags and Red Tags or any deficiencies noted during the testing, including the required notification of the local Authority Having jurisdiction (fire code official) shall be followed. 7. Additionally, records of the testing shall be maintained by the owner and contractor, if applicable, as required by the State Rules mentioned above and NFPA 25. 8. Standpipe system tests where water will be flowed external to the building shall not be conducted during freezing conditions or during the day prior to expected nighttime freezing conditions. 9. Contact the fire code official for requests to remove existing fire hose from Class 11 and 111 standpipe systems where employees are not trained in the utilization of this firefighting equipment. All standpipe hose valves must remain in place and be provided with an approved cap and chain when approval is given to remove hose by the fire code official. Amend Section 903.1.1, Alternative protection, to read as follows: 903.1.1 Alternative protection. Alternative automatic fire -extinguishing systems complying with Section 904 shall be permitted instead of in addition to automatic sprinkler protection where recognized by the applicable standard and/ or as approved by the fire code official. Amend Section 903.2. Where required, by adding the followin-9 paragraph and deleting the exception for telecommunications buildings: 903.2 Where required. [Existing text unchanged.] Automatic Sprinklers shall not be installed in elevator machine rooms, elevator machine spaces, and elevator hoistways. other than pits where such sprinklers would not necessitate shunt trip requirements under any circumstances. Storage shall not be allowed within the elevator machine room. Signage shall be provided at the entry doors to the elevator machine room indicating "ELEVATOR MACHINERY - NO STORAGE ALLOWED." 10 Amend Section 903.2.4.2, Group F-1 distilled spirits, to read as follows: 903.2.4.2 Group F-1 distilled spirits. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout a Group F-1 fire area used for the manufacture of distilled spirits involving more than 120 gallons of distilled spirits C>16% alcohol) in the fire area at any one time. Amend Section 903.2.9.3, Group S-1 distilled spirits or wine, to read as follows: 903.2.9.3 Group S-1 distilled spirits or wine. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout a Group S-1 fire area used for the bulk storage of distilled spirits or wine involving more than 120 gallons of distilled spirits or wine C>16% alcohol) in the fire area at any one time. Add Section 903.2.9.5, Self-service storage facility, to read as follows: 903.2.9.5 Self -Service Storage Facility. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all self-service storage facilities. Exception: Self-service storage facilities with fire area not exceeding 2,500 sq. ft. and not greater than one story above grade plane where all storage spaces are accessed directly from the exterior. Amend Section 903.2.11 and 903.2.11.3 and add 903.2.11.7, 903.2.11.8, and 903.2.11.9 asfollows: 903.2.11.3 Buildings 35 feet or more in height. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout buildings that have one or more stories, other than penthouses in compliance with Section 1510 of the International Building Code. located 35 feet (10668 mm) or more above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access, measured to the finished floor. 903.2.11.7 High -Piled Combustible Storage. For any building with a clear height exceeding 12 feet (3587mm), see Chapter 32 to determine if those provisions apply. 903.2.11.8 Spray Booths and Rooms. New and existing spray booths and spraying rooms shall be protected by an approved automatic fire -extinguishing system. 903.2.11.9 Buildings Over 6.000 sq. ft. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all buildings where a fire area with a building area 6,000 sq. ft. or greater and in all existing buildings that are enlarged to be 6,000 sq. ft. or greater without an approved firewall as defined by section 706. 11 Amend Section 903.3.1.1.1, Exempt locations, to read as follows: 903.3.1.1.1 Exempt locations. When approved by the fire code official, automatic sprinklers shall not be required in the following rooms or areas where such . [text unchanged] . because it is damp, of fire -resistance -rated construction or contains electrical equipment. 1. Any room where the application of water, or flame and water, constitutes a serious life or fire hazard. 2. Any room or space where sprinklers are considered undesirable because of the nature of the contents, when approved by the fire code official. 3. Generator and transformer rooms, under the direct control of a public utility, separated from the remainder of the building by walls and floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling assemblies having a fire -resistance rating of not less than 2 hours. 4. [Delete.] S. Elevator machine rooms, machinery spaces, and hoistways'other than pits where such sprinklers would not necessitate shunt trip requirements under any circumstances. 6. [Delete.] Amend Section 903.3.1.2, NFPA 13R sprinkler systems, to read as follows: 903.3.1.2 NFPA 13R sprinkler systems. Automatic sprinkler systems in Group R occupancies shall be permitted to be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13R where the Group R occupancy meets all of the following conditions: 1. Four stories or less above grade plane. 2. The floor level of the highest story is 35 feet (10668 mm) or less above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access. 3. The floor level of the lowest story is 35 feet (10668 mm) or less below the lowest level of fire department vehicle access. [No change to remainder of section.1 Amend Section 903.3.1.2.2, Corridors and balconies, to read as follows: 903.3.1.2.2 Corridors and balconies. Sprinkler protection shall be provided in all corridors and for all balconies. [Delete the rest of this section.] 12 Amend Section 903.3.1.2.3, Attached garages and attics, to read as follows: 903.3.1.2.3 Attached garages and attics. Sprinkler protection is required in attached garages, and in the following attic spaces: 1. Attics that are used or intended for living purposes or storage shall be protected by an automatic sprinkler system. 2. Where fuel -fired equipment is installed in an unsprinklered attic, not fewer than one quick -response intermediate temperature sprinkler shall be installed above the equipment. 3. Attic spaces of buildings that are two or more stories in height above grade plane or above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access. 4. Group R-4. Condition 2 occupancy attics not required by Item 1 or 3 to have sprinklers shall comply with one of the followin . 4.1. Provide automatic sprinkler system protection. 4.2. Provide a heat detection system throughout the attic that is arranged to activate the building fire alarm system. 4.3. Construct the attic using noncombustible materials. 4.4. Construct the attic using fire -retardant -treated wood complying with Section 2303.2 of the International Building Code. 4.5. Fill the attic with noncombustible insulation. Amend Section 903.3.1.3, NFPA 13D sprinkler systems, to read as follows: 903.3.1.3 NFPA 13D sprinkler systems. Automatic sprinkler systems installed in one- and two-family dwellings; Group R-3: Group R-4, Condition 1; and townhouses shall be permitted to be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13D or in accordance with state law. Amend Section 903.3.1.4, Freeze protection, to read as follows: [F] 903.3.1.4 Freeze protection. Freeze protection systems for automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be in accordance with the requirements of the applicable referenced NFPA standard and this section. Add Section 903.3.1.4.1., Attics, to read as follows: 903.3.1.4.1 Attics. Only dry pipe, preaction. or listed antifreeze automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be allowed to protect attic spaces. Exception: Wet -pipe fire sprinkler systems shall be allowed to protect non- ventilated attic spaces where: 13 1. The attic sprinklers are supplied by a separate floor control valve assembly to allow ease of draining the attic system without impairing sprinklers throughout the rest of the building, and 2. Adequate heat shall be provided for freeze protection as per the applicable referenced NFPA standard. and 3. The attic space is a part of the building's thermal, or heat, envelope, such that insulation is provided at the roof deck, rather than at the ceiling level. Add Section 903.3.1.4.2, Heat trace/insulation, to read as follows: 903.3.1.4.2 Heat trace/insulation. Heat trace /insulation shall only be allowed where approved by the fire code official for small sections of large diameter water -filled pipe. Amend Section 903.3.5, Water supplies, by adding a second paragraph to read as follows: 903.3.5. Water supplies. [Existing text unchanged.] Water supply as required for such systems shall be provided in conformance with the supply requirements of the respective standards: however, every water-based fire protection system shall be designed with a 10 -psi safety factor. Reference Section 507.4 for additional design requirements. Amend Section 903.4, Sprinkler system supervision and alarms, by adding a second paragraph after the Exceptions to read as follows: 903.4 Sprinkler system supervision and alarms. [Existing text unchanged.] Exceptions: [Existing Exceptions unchanged.] Sprinkler and standpipe system water -flow detectors shall be provided for each floor tap to the sprinkler system and shall cause an alarm upon detection of water flow for more than 45 seconds. All control valves in the sprinkler and standpipe systems except for fire department hose connection valves shall be electrically supervised to initiate a supervisory signal at the central station upon tampering, Amend Section 903.4.2, Alarms, b ay dding second paragraph to read as follows: 903.4.2 Alarms. [Existing text unchanged.] 14 The alarm device required on the exterior of the building shall be a weatherproof horn f strobe notification appliance with a minimum 75 candela strobe rating, installed as close as practicable to the fire department connection. Amend Section 905.2, Installation and standard, to read as follows: 905.2 Installation standard. Standpipe systems shall be installed in accordance with this section and NFPA 14. Manual dry standpipe systems shall be supervised with a minimum of 10 psig and a maximum of 40 psig air pressure with a high/low alarm. Amend Section 905.3, Buildings exceeding 10,000 soft. b ay dding Section 905.3.9 and exception to read as follows: 905.3.9 Buildings exceeding 10.000 sq. ft. In buildings exceeding 10.000 square feet in area per story and where any portion of the building's interior area is more than 200 feet (60960 mm) of travel, vertically and horizontally, from the nearest point of fire department vehicle access, Class 1 automatic wet or manual wet standpipes shall be provided. Exceptions: 1. Automatic dry, semi-automatic dry, and manual dry standpipes are allowed as provided for in NFPA 14 where approved by the fire code official. 2. R-2 occupancies of four stories or less in height having no interior corridors. Amend Section 905.4, Location of Class I standpipe hose connections, by amending Items 1, 3, and 5, and adding Item 7 to read as follows: 905.4 Location of Class I standpipe hose connections. [Existing text unchanged.) 1. In every required exit stairway, a hose connection shall be provided for each story above and below grade plane. Hose connections shall be located at an intermediate landing between stories, unless otherwise approved by the fire code official. Exception: [Unchanged 2. [Unchanged.] 3. In every exit passageway, at the entrance from the exit passageway to other areas of a building. Exception: Where floor areas adjacent to an exit passageway are reachable from an exit stairway hose connection by a ... [remainder of text unchanged]. 15 4. [Unchanged.] S. Where the roof has a slope less than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33.3 -percent slope), each standpipe shall be provided with a two-way a hose connection located to serve the roof or at the highest landing of an exit stairway with stair access to the roof provided in accordance with Section 1011.12. 6. [Unchanged.] 7. When required by this Chapter, standpipe connections shall be placed adjacent to all required exits to the structure and at two hundred feet (2003 intervals along major corridors thereafter, or as otherwise approved by the fire code official. Amend Section 905.8, Dry standpipes, to read as follows: 905.8 Dry standpipes. Dry standpipes shall not be installed. Exception: Where subject to freezing and in accordance with NFPA 14. Additionally, manual dry standpipe systems shall be supervised with a minimum of 10 psig and a maximum of 40 psig air pressure with a high./low alarm. Amend Section 905.9, Valve supervision, by adding a second paragraph after the Exceptions to read as follows: 905.9 Valve supervision. [Existing text unchanged.] Exceptions: [Exceptions unchanged. Sprinkler and standpipe system water -flow detectors shall be provided for each floor tap to the sprinkler system and shall cause an alarm upon detection of water flow for more than 45 seconds. All control valves in the sprinkler and standpipe systems except for fire department hose connection valves shall be electrically supervised to initiate a supervisory signal at the central station upon tampering. Amend Section 906.1, Where required, subsection (1-), by deleting Exception #3. Amend Section 907.1, General, b ay dding Section 907.1.4, Design standards, to read as follows: 907.1.4 Design standards. Where a new fire alarm system is installed, the devices shall be addressable. Fire alarm systems utilizing more than 20 smoke detectors shall have analog initiating devices. 16 Amend Section 907.2.1, Group A, to read as follows: 907.2.1 Group A. A manual fire alarm system that activates the occupant notification system in accordance with Section 907.5 shall be installed in Group A occupancies having an occupant load of 300 or more persons, or where the occupant load is more than 100 persons above or below the lowest level of exit discharge. Group A occupancies not separated from one another in accordance with Section 707.3.10 of the International Building Code shall be considered as a single occupancy for the purposes of applying this section. Portions of Group E occupancies occupied for assembly purposes shall be provided with a fire alarm system as required for the Group E occupancy. Exception: [No change. Activation of fire alarm notification appliances shall: 1. Cause illumination of the means of egress with light of not less than 1 foot- candle (11 lux) at the walking surface level. and 2. Stop any conflicting or confusing sounds and visual distractions. Amend Section 907.2.3, Group E, to read as follows: 907.2.3 Group E. A manual fire alarm system that initiates the occupant notification signal utilizing an emergency voice f alarm communication system meeting the requirements of Section 907.5.2.2 and installed in accordance with Section 907.6 shall be installed in Group E educational occupancies. When automatic sprinkler systems or smoke detectors are installed, such systems or detectors shall be connected to the building fire alarm system. An approved smoke detection system shall be installed in Group E day care occupancies. Unless separated by a minimum of 100' open space, all buildings, whether portable buildings or the main building, will be considered one building for alarm occupant load consideration and interconnection of alarm systems. Exceptions: 1. [No change. 1.1. Residential In -Home day care with not more than 12 children may use interconnected single station. detectors in all habitable rooms. (For care of more than five children 2 1/2 or less years of age. see Section 907.2.6.) [No change to remainder of Exceptions.1 Amend Section 907.2.10, Group S, to read as follows: 907.2.10 Group S. A manual fire alarm system that activates the occupant notification system in accordance with Section 907.5 shall be installed in Group S 17 public- and self -storage occupancies for interior corridors and interior common areas. Visible notification appliances are not required within storage units. Exception: [No change. Amend Section 907.2.13, High-rise building, Exception 3, to read as follows: 907.2.13 High-rise building. [Existing text of section changed.] Exceptions: [Existing Exceptions 1 and 2 unchanged.] 3. Open air portions of buildings with an occupancy in Group A-5 in accordance with Section 303.1 of the International Building Code; however, this exception does not apply to accessory uses including but not limited to sky boxes, restaurants, and similarly enclosed areas. Amend Section 907.4.2., Manual fire alarm boxes, by adding Section 907.4.2.7, Tzpe, to read as follows: 907.4.2.7 Type. Manual alarm initiating devices shall be an approved double action type. Add Section 907.5.3, Occupant notification, to read as follows: 907.5.3 Occupant notification. Occupant notification in accordance with this section and 907.5 shall be required for all new construction, or existing construction complying with the International Building Code, for renovation to existing buildings, tenant spaces, change in occupancy, replacement or modification of the existing fire alarm system, or as required by the fire code official for all buildings or spaces provided with an approved automatic sprinkler system. Amend Section 907.6.1, Wiring, b ay dding Section 907.6.1.1, Wiring installation, to read asfollows: 907.6.1.1 Wiring installation. All fire alarm systems shall be installed in such a manner that a failure of any single initiating device or single open in an initiating circuit conductor will not interfere with the normal operation of other such devices. All signaling line circuits (SLCI shall be installed in such a way that a single open will not interfere with the operation of any addressable devices (Class A). Outgoing and return SLC conductors shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 72 requirements for Class A circuits and shall have a minimum of four feet separation horizontal and one foot vertical between supply and return circuit conductors. The initiating device circuit (IDCI from a signaling line circuit Me interface device may be wired Class B, provided the distance from the interface device to the initiating device is ten feet or less. Amend Section 907.6.3, Initiating device identification, by deleting all four Exceptions. Amend Section 907.6.6. Monitoring, to add the following sentence at end of the paragraph: 907.6.6 Monitoring. [Existing text unchanged.] ... See 907.6.3 for the required information transmitted to the supervising station. Amend Section 910.2, Where required, to read as follows: 910.2 Where required. Smoke and heat vents or a mechanical smoke removal system shall be installed as required by Sections 910.2.1, 910.2.2, and 910.3.2. Exceptions: [Exception 1 remains unchanged.] 2. Only manual smoke and heat removal shall not be required in areas of buildings equipped with early suppression fast -response (ESFR) sprinklers. Automatic smoke and heat removal is prohibited. 3. Only manual smoke and heat removal shall not be required in areas of buildings equipped with control mode special application sprinklers with a response time index of 50(m*S)112 or less that are listed to control a fire in stored commodities with 12 or fewer sprinklers. Automatic smoke and heat removal is prohibited. Add Section 910.2.3, Group H buildings, to read as follows: 910.2.3 Group H. buildings. Group H buildings and portions thereof used as a Group H occupancy as follows: 1. In occupancies classified as Group H-2 or H-3, any of which are more than 15.000 square feet (1394 m2) in single floor area. Exception: Buildings of noncombustible construction containing only noncombustible materials. 2. In areas of buildings in Group H used for storing Class 2. 3. and 4 liquid and solid oxidizers. Class 1 and unclassified detonable organic peroxides. Class 3 and 4 unstable (reactive) materials, or Class 2 or 3 water -reactive materials as required for a high -hazard commodity classification. Exception: Buildings of noncombustible construction containing only noncombustible materials. 19 Amend Section 910.4.3. 1, Makeup Air, to read as follows: 910.4.3.1 Makeup air. Makeup air openings shall be provided within 6 feet (1829 mm) of the floor level. Operation of makeup air openings shall be automatic. The minimum gross area of makeup air inlets shall be 8 square feet per 1.000 cubic feet per minute (0.74 m2 per 0.4719 m3/s) of smoke exhaust. Amend Section 912.2, Location, by adding Section 912.2.3, Hydrant distance, to read as follows: 912.2.3 Hydrant distance. An approved fire hydrant shall be located within 100 feet of the fire department connection as the fire hose lays along an unobstructed path. Amend Section 913.2.1, Protection of fire pump rooms, by adding Section 913.2.1.1, Fire pump room access, and Exception to read as follows: 913.2.1.1 Fire pump room access. When located on the ground level at an exterior wall, the fire pump room shall be provided with an exterior fire department access door that is not less than 3 ft. in width and 6 ft. - 8 in. in height, regardless of any interior doors that are provided. A key box shall be provided at this door, as required by IFC Section 506.1. Exception: When it is necessary to locate the fire pump room on other levels or not at an exterior wall, the corridor leading to the fire pump room access from the exterior of the building shall be provided with equivalent fire resistance as that required for the pump room, or as approved by the fire code official. Access keys shall be provided in the key box as required by IFC Section 506.1. Amend Section 1006.2.1, Egress based on occupant load and common path of egress travel distance to amend Exception 3 to read as follows: 1006.2.1 Egress based on occupant load and common path of egress travel distance. [Existing text unchanged. Exceptions: 3. Unoccupied rooftop mechanical rooms and penthouses are not required to comply with the common path of egress travel distance measurement. Amend Section 1009.8, Two-way communication, by adding the followincr Exception 7: 1009.8 Two-way communication. [Existing text unchanged.] 20 Exceptions: [Exceptions 1-7 unchanged.] 7. Buildings regulated under State Law and built in accordance with State registered plans, including variances or waivers granted by the State, shall be deemed to be in compliance with the requirements of Section 1009 and Chapter 11. Amend Section 1010.2.5. Bolt locks, by amending Exceptions 3 and 4 as follows: 1010.2.5 Bolt locks. [Text unchanged.] Exceptions: [Exceptions 1 and 2 unchanged.] 3. Where a pair of doors serves an occupant load of less than 50 persons in a Group B, F, M or S occupancy. (remainder unchanged[ 4. Where a pair of doors serves a Group A. B. F. M or S occupancy [remainder unchangedl. Amend Section 1020.2. Construction, by adding a new Exception 6 as follows: 1020.2. Construction. [Text unchanged.] Exceptions: [Exceptions 1-5 unchanged.] 6. In unsprinklered group B occupancies, corridor walls and ceilings need not be of fire -resistive construction within a single tenant space when the space is equipped with approved automatic smoke -detection within the corridor. The actuation of any detector must activate self -annunciating alarms audible in all areas within the corridor. Smoke detectors must be connected to an approved automatic fire alarm system where such system is provided. 21 Amend Section 1101.1, Scope, b ay dding an Exception as follows: 1101.1. Scope. [Text unchanged.] Exception: Components of projects regulated by and registered with Architectural Barriers Division of Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation shall be deemed to be in compliance with the requirements of this chapter. Delete Section 1809.5.1, Frost Protection at required exits, in its entirety. Add a new Section 2702.5, Designated Critical Operations Areas (DOCA), to read as follows: 2702.5 Designated Critical Operations Areas (DCOA). In areas within a facility or site requiring continuous operation for the purpose of public safety, emergency management, national security or business continuity, the power systems shall comply with NFPA 70 Article 708. Amend Section 2901.1, Scope, by adding the following sentence: [P] 2901.1 Scope. [Existing text unchanged.] ... The provisions of this Chapter are meant to work in coordination with the provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Plumbing Code. Should any conflicts arise between the two chapters, the Building Official shall determine which provision applies. Amend Section 2902.1, Minimum number of fixtures, by adding a second paragraph to read as follows: 2902.1 Minimum number of fixtures. [Existing text unchanged.] In other than E Occupancies, the minimum number of fixtures in Table 2902.1 may be lowered, if requested in writing, by the applicant stating reasons for a reduced number and approved by the Building Official. Amend Table 2902.1, MINIMUM NUMBER OF REQUIRED PLUMBING FIXTURES, by adding the following Footnote g: g. Drinking fountains are not required in M Occupancies with an occupant load of 100 or less. B Occupancies with an occupant load of 25 or less, and for dining and f or drinking establishments. 22 Add Section 2902.1.4, Additional fixtures for food preparation facilities, to read as follows, including Sections 2902.1.4.1 and 2902.1.4.2 2902.1.4 Additional fixtures for food preparation facilities. In addition to the fixtures required in this Chapter, all food service facilities shall be provided with additional fixtures set out in this section. 2902.1.4.1 Hand washing lavatory. At least one hand washing lavatory shall be provided for use by employees that is accessible from food preparation, food dispensing and ware washing areas. Additional hand washing lavatories may be required based on convenience of use by employees. 2902.1.4.2 Service sink. In new or remodeled food service establishments, at least one service sink or one floor sink shall be provided so that it is conveniently located for the cleaning of mops or similar wet floor cleaning tool and for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste. The location of the service sink(sl and/or mop sink() shall be approved by the County health department. Amend Section 3002.1 Hoistwav enclosure protection required, by adding the following Exceptions: 3002.1. Hoistway enclosure protection required. [Existing text unchanged.] Exceptions: 1. Elevators completely located within atriums shall not require hoistway enclosure protection. 2. Elevators in open or enclosed parking_ garages that serve only the parking garage, shall not require hoistway enclosure protection. Amend Section 3005.4, Machine rooms, control rooms, machinery spaces and control spaces by deleting the current Exceptions and adding two new Exceptions to read follows: 3005.4. Machine rooms, control rooms, machinery spaces and control spaces. [Text unchanged. Exceptions: 1. Elevator machine rooms, control rooms, machinery spaces and control spaces completely located within atriums shall not require enclosure protection. 23 2. Elevator machine rooms, control rooms, machinery spaces and control spaces in open or enclosed parking_ garages that serve only the parking_ garage, shall not require enclosure protection. Add Section 3005.5.1, Fire protection in machine rooms, control rooms, machinery spaces and control spaces, as follows: 3005.5.1 Fire protection in machine rooms, control rooms, machinery spaces and control spaces. 3005.5.1.1 Automatic sprinkler system. The building shall be equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, except as otherwise permitted by Section 903.3.1.1.1 and as prohibited by Section 3005.5.1.1.1. 3005.5.1.1.1 Prohibited locations. Automatic sprinklers shall not be installed in machine rooms, elevator machinery spaces, control rooms, control spaces and elevator hoistways. 3005.5.1.1.2 Sprinkler system monitoring. The sprinkler system shall have a sprinkler control valve supervisory switch and water -flow initiating device provided for each floor that is monitored by the building's fire alarm system. 3005.5.1.2 Water protection. An approved method to prevent water from infiltrating into the hoistway enclosure from the operation of the automatic sprinkler system outside the elevator lobby shall be provided. 3005.5.1.3 Omission of Shunt trip. Means for elevator shutdown in accordance with Section 3005.5 shall not be installed. Add Section 3005.8, Storage, to read as follows: 3005.8 Storage. Storage shall not be allowed within the elevator machine room, control room, machinery spaces and or control spaces. Provide approved signage at each entry to the above listed locations stating: "No Storage Allowed". Amend Section 3006.2, Hoistwayopeninsprotection required, subsection 5 to read as follows: 3006.2 Hoistway opening protection required. [Text and subsections 1-4 unchanged.) S. The building is a high rise and the elevator hoistway is more than 55 feet (16 764 mm) in height. The height of the hoistway shall be measured from the lowest floor at or above grade to the highest floors served by the hoistway." 24 Amend Sections 3007.3, Water protection, and 3008.3, Water protection, by deleting "enclosed" as follows: 3007.3 Water protection. Water from the operation of an automatic sprinkler system outside the ora lobby shall be prevent from infiltrating into the hoistway enclosure in accordance with an approved method. 3008.3 Water protection. Water from the operation of an automatic sprinkler system outside the ora lobby shall be prevent from infiltrating into the hoistway enclosure in accordance with an approved method. § 4.02.033 through § 4.02.060. (Reserved)" Section 3. That Chapter 4, "Building Regulations," Article 4.02, "Construction Codes," Division 3, "Residential Code," as it now exists shall and is hereby repealed and replaced with the following text: "Division 3 Residential Code § 4.02.061 Residential Code Adopted. (a) Definition. For purposes of this division, ihfeii^.�gde�'�ns shal-11 apply: "Residential code" shall means the 2019 2021 International Residential Code (sometimes referred to as the IRC), including any and all amendments, revisions or revised additions to the r 2021 International Residential Code. (b) Adoption. In conformance with V.T.C.A., Local Government Code, chapter 214, subchapter G, sections 214.211 through 214.214, the r 2021 International Residential Code, including appendices A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, 1, J, K, L, M, N, 0, P, Q R, S, T, U and AQ, is hereafter adopted as the municipal residential building code for the city. The 201 S 2021 International Residential Code shall apply to all construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, location, removal and demolition of detached one- and two-family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (townhouses) not more than three stories in height with separate means of egress as therein provided in the city. The city council may establish procedures to adopt local amendments to the International Residential Code and for the administration and enforcement of the International Residential Code. The International Residential Code shall not apply to the installation and maintenance of electrical wiring and related components. (c) Copies on file. Copies of the 2019 2021 International Residential Code will be maintained on file in the office of the planning and development department and may be viewed online at htt s://codes.iccsafe.or codes i-codes/2021-icode, and the provisions 25 thereof shall be controlling as set out herein in the construction of all one- and two- family dwellings and townhouses. § 4.02.062 Amendments. The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2021 International Residential Code adopted by Section 4.2.061 are hereby amended as follows: Amend Section R102.4. Referenced codes and standards, to read as follows: R102.4 Referenced codes and standards. The codes. when specifically adopted and standards referenced in this code shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference and as further regulated in Sections R102.4.1 and R102.4.2. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards, each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Any reference made to NFPA 70 or the Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted. Amend Section R103.1. Creation of enforcement agency, to insert the department name R103.1 Creation of enforcement agency. The City of Paris Building Department is hereby created and the official in charge thereof shall be known as the building official. Delete Section R104.10.1. Flood hazard areas, in its entirety. Delete Sections R105.3.1.1. Determination of substantially improved or substantial damaged existing buildings in flood damaged areas, and R106.1.4, Information for construction in flood hazard areas, in their entiret4 26 .. . ... . ... . .. ..... .. .. ... .. .. . .. ... . . .. .. . . . .. . ... ... . .. ....... . . . .. . . The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2021 International Residential Code adopted by Section 4.2.061 are hereby amended as follows: Amend Section R102.4. Referenced codes and standards, to read as follows: R102.4 Referenced codes and standards. The codes. when specifically adopted and standards referenced in this code shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference and as further regulated in Sections R102.4.1 and R102.4.2. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards, each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Any reference made to NFPA 70 or the Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted. Amend Section R103.1. Creation of enforcement agency, to insert the department name R103.1 Creation of enforcement agency. The City of Paris Building Department is hereby created and the official in charge thereof shall be known as the building official. Delete Section R104.10.1. Flood hazard areas, in its entirety. Delete Sections R105.3.1.1. Determination of substantially improved or substantial damaged existing buildings in flood damaged areas, and R106.1.4, Information for construction in flood hazard areas, in their entiret4 26 Delete Section R110, CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY CR110.1 through R110.5), in its entirety. Amend Section 113.4, Violation penalties, to read as follows: 113.4 Violation penalties. A person who shall violate a provision of this Code or who fails to comply herewith or with any of the requirements hereof, or who shall erect, construct, alter or repair, or who has erected, constructed, altered or repaired a building or structure in violation of a detailed statement or plan submitted and approved hereunder, or of a permit or certificate issued hereunder, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be fined in any sum not to exceed two thousand dollars ($2.000.00). and each and every day's continuance of any violation of the provisions of this Code shall constitute and be deemed a separate offense. A violation of this code is a strict liability offense. Table R301.2 U), CLIMATE AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA, fill in as follows: GROUND SNOW LOAD WIND DESIGN SEISMIC DESIGN CATERGCIRY SUBJECT TO DAPANGE FROM WWINTER.. DESIGN TEMP, ICE BARRIER UNDER- LAYMMENI° FLOOD H.APARDSg AIiR, FREEZING INDEX' MEAN ANNUAL TEMP" SP'EED' Ta'pa'graphi¢. 5P—i.IWm,d Wmdh.-E WNiatharing' F,=Line Termite" (MPH) Eh.e B' Reginn' D�hri.s'wn,e"° I D�ept'h' S 1bf'Ft No No No A PalCde ra to 6" VR ryHea vy 22.' F No LocaI Cade 150 E4.9� F Delete remainder of table Manual [Design Criteria and footnote N Amend Section R302.1, Exterior walls, b ay dding Exception 6 to read as follows: R302.1 Exterior walls. [Text unchanged.] Exceptions: [Exceptions 1-5 unchanged] 6. Open non-combustible carport structures may be constructed when also approved within adopted ordinances. Amend Section R303.3, Bathrooms, b ay dding the following text to the Exception: R303.3. Bathrooms. [Text unchanged.] Exception: [Existing text unchanged.] .. Spaces containing only a water closet or water closet and a lavatory may be ventilated with an approved mechanical recirculating fan or similar device designed to remove odors from the air. Delete Section R313.2, One and Two Family Dwellings, and its subsection in their entirety. Amend Section R315.2.2, Alterations, repairs and additions, by adding the folloLA n Exception 2: 27 R315.2.2 Alterations, repairs and additions. [Existing text unchanged.] Exception: 1. [Unchanged.] 2. Installation, alteration or repairs of all electrically powered mechanical systems or plumbing appliances. Delete Section R322, Flood resistant construction, in its entirety. Add Section R327.1.1, Adjacency to structural foundation, to read as follows: R327.1.1 Adjacency to structural foundation. Depth of the swimming pool and spa shall maintain a ratio of 1:1 from the nearest building foundation or footing of a retaining wall. Exception: A sealed engineered design drawing of the proposed new structure shall be submitted for approval. Amend Section R401.2, Requirements, b ay dding a new paragraph following the existing paragraph to read as follows. R401.2. Requirements. [Existing text unchanged.] Every foundation and f or footing, or any size addition to an existing post -tension foundation, regulated by this code shall be designed and sealed by a Texas - registered engineer. Amend Section R602.6.1, Drilling and notching of top plate, to read as follows: R602.6.1 Drilling and notching of top plate. When piping or ductwork is placed in or partly in an exterior wall or interior load-bearing wall, necessitating cutting, drilling or notching of the top plate by more than 50 percent of its width, a galvanized metal tie not less than 0.054 inch thick (1.37 mm) (16 Gal and 5 inches (127 mm) wide shall be fastened across and to the plate at each side of the opening with not less than eight 10d (0.148 inch diameter) having a minimum length of 1 1/z inches (38 mm) at each side or equivalent. Fasteners will be offset to prevent splitting of the top plate material. The metal tie must extend a minimum of 6 inches past the opening. See figure R602.6.1. [Remainder unchanged. Me Amend Figure R602.6.1, TOP PLATE FRAMING TO ACCOMMODATE PIPING, by deleting the Eiaure and inserting the followingCiaure in its place: TX,F AND 5 M. GWR]E INFO ACROSS ANO "EACH SIDEOF THE d NAZSE CKSOE Add section R703.8.4.1.2, Veneer ties for wall studs: to read as follows: R703.8.4.1.2 Veneer ties for wall studs. In stud framed exterior walls, all ties may be anchored to studs as follows: 1. When studs are 16 in (407 mm) o.c., stud ties shall be spaced no further apart than 24 in (737 mm) vertically starting approximately 12 in (381 mm) from the foundation; or 2. When studs are 24 in (610 mm) o.c., stud ties shall be spaced no further apart than 16 in (483 mm) vertically starting approximately 8 in (254 mml from the foundation. Amend Section M1305.1.2, Appliances in attics, to read as follows: M1305.1.2 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances shall be provided. .. [bulk of paragraph unchanged] ... side of the appliance. The clear access opening dimensions shall be a minimum of 20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm bX 762 mm), and large enough to allow removal of the largest appliance. As a minimum, for access to the attic space, provide one of the following_ 1. A permanent stair. 2. A pull down stair with a minimum 300 lb (136 kg) capacity. 3. An access door from an upper floor level. Exceptions: [Exceptions unchanged.] 29 Amend Section M1411.3, Condensate disposal, to read as follows: M1411.3 Condensate disposal. Condensate from all cooling coils or evaporators shall be conveyed from the drain pan outlet to a sanitary sewer through a trap, by means of a direct or indirect drain or an approved place of disposal ... [remaining text unchanged]. Amend Section M1411.3.1, Auxiliary and secondary drain systems to amend Items 3 and 4 to read as follows: M1411.3.1 Auxiliary and secondary drain systems. [Text unchanged.] 1. [Text unchanged. 2. [Text unchane-ed. 3. An auxiliary drain pan... [bulk of text unchanged] ... with Item 1 of this section. A water level detection device may be installed only with prior approval of the building official. 4. A water level detection device... [bulk of text unchanged] ... overflow rim of such pan. A water level detection device may be installed only with prior approval of the building official. Amend Section M1411.3.1.1, Water -level monitoring devices, by adding the following text: M1411.3.1.1 Water -level monitoring devices. On down -flow units ... [bulk of text unchanged] ... installed in the drain line. A water level detection device may be installed only with prior approval of the building official. Amend Section M1503.6, Makeup air required, to read as follows: M1503.6 Makeup air required. Where one or more gas, liquid or solid fuel - burning appliance that is neither direct -vent nor uses a mechanical draft venting system is located within a dwelling unit's air barrier, each exhaust system capable of exhausting in excess of 400 cubic feet per minute (0.19 m3/s) shall be mechanically or passivelyprovidedwith makeup air at a rate approximately equal to the difference between exhaust air rate and 400 cubic feet per minute. Such makeup air systems shall be equipped with not fewer than one damper complying with Section M1503.6.2. Exception: Makeup air is not required for exhaust systems installed for the exclusive purpose of space cooling and intended to be operated only when windows or other air inlets are open. Where all appliances in the house are of 30 sealed combustion, power -vent, unvented, or electric, the exhaust hood system shall be permitted to exhaust up to 600 cubic feet per minute (0.28 m3 f s) without providing makeup air. Exhaust hood systems capable of exhausting in excess of 600 cubic feet per minute (0.28 m3/s) shall be provided with a makeup air at a rate approximately to the difference between the exhaust air rate and 600 cubic feet per minute. Amend Section M2005.2, Prohibited locations, to read as follows M2005.2 Prohibited locations. Fuel -fired water heaters shall not be installed in a room used as a storage closet. Water heaters located in a bedroom or bathroom shall be installed in a sealed enclosure so that combustion air will not be taken from the living space. Access to such enclosure may be from the bedroom or bathroom when through a solid door, weather-stripped in accordance with the exterior door air leakage requirements of the International Energy Conservation Code and equipped with an approved self-closing device. Installation of direct: vent water heaters within an enclosure is not required. Amend Section G2415.2 0404.2,), CSST, to a second paragraph to read as follows: G2415.2 (404.2) CSST. [Text unchanged.] Both ends of each section of medium pressure gas piping shall identify its operating gas pressure with an approved tag. The tags are to be composed of aluminum or stainless steel and the following wording shall be stamped into the tag. "WARNING: 112 to 5 psi gas pressure - Do Not Remove" Amend Section G2415.12 (404.12), Minimum burial depth, to read as follows: G2415.12 (404.12) Minimum burial depth. Underground piping systems shall be installed a minimum depth of 18 inches (457 mm) below grade [remainder of text unchangedl. Delete Section G2415.12.1 (404.12.1), Individual outdoor appliances, in its entirety 31 Amend Section G2417.1 C406. 1), General, to read as follows: G2417.1 (406.1) General. Prior to acceptance and initial operation, all piping installations shall be inspected and pressure tested to determine that the materials, design, fabrication, and installation practices comply with the requirements of this code. The permit holder shall make the applicable tests prescribed in Sections 2417.1.1 through 2417.1.5 to determine compliance with the provisions of this code. The permit holder shall give reasonable advance notice to the building official when the piping system is ready for testing. The equipment, material, power and labor necessary for the inspections and test shall be furnished by the permit holder and the permit holder shall be responsible for determining that the work will withstand the test pressure prescribed in the following tests. Amend Section G2417.4, Test pressure measurement, to read as follows: G2417.4 (406.4) Test pressure measurement. Test pressure shall be measured with a monometer or with a pressure -measuring device designed and calibrated to read, record, or indicate a pressure loss caused by leakage during the pressure test period. The source of pressure shall be isolated before the pressure tests are made. Amend Section G2417.4.1 C406.4. 1), to read as follows G2417.4.1 (406.4.1) Test pressure. The test pressure to be used shall be no less than 6 psig (20 kPa gauge), or at the discretion of the Code Official, the piping and valves may be tested at a pressure of at least six (6) inches (152 mm) of mercury, measured with a manometer or slope gauge. For tests requiring a pressure of 3 psig, diaphragm gauges shall utilize a dial with a minimum diameter of three and one half inches (31/2"), a set hand 1/10 pound incrementation and pressure range not to exceed 6 psi for tests requiring a pressure of 3 psig. For tests requiring a pressure of 10 psig, diaphragm gauges shall utilize a dial with a minimum diameter of three and one-half inches (3 1/2"), a set hand, a minimum of 2110 pound incrementation and a pressure range not to exceed 20 psi. For welded piping, and for piping carrying _ag s at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure (3.48 kPa) (1/2 psi) and less than 200 inches of water column pressure (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the test pressure shall not be less than ten (10) pounds per square inch (69.6 kPa). For piping carrying gas at aat a pressure that exceeds 200 inches of water column (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the test pressure shall be not less than one and one-half times the proposed maximum working pressure. 32 Diaphragm gauges used for testing must display a current calibration and be in good working condition. The appropriate test must be applied to the diaphragm gauge used for testing. Amend Section G2417.4.2 (406.4.2), Test duration, to read as follows: G2417.4.2 (406.4.2) Test duration. The test duration shall be held for a length of time satisfactory to the Building Official, but in no case for less than fifteen (15). minutes. For welded pining, and for pining carrying _ag s at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure (3.48 kPa), the test duration shall be held for a length of time satisfactory to the Building Official, but in no case for less than thirty (30) minutes. Amend Section G2420.1 (406.1,), General, b ay ddina Section G2420.1.4, Valves in CSST installations, to read as follows: G2420.1.4 (406.2) Valves in CSST installations. Shutoff valves installed with corrugated stainless steel (CSST) piping systems shall be supported with an approved termination fitting, or equivalent support, suitable for the size of the valves, of adequate strength and quality. and located at intervals so as to prevent or damp out excessive vibration but in no case greater than 12 -inches from the center of the valve. Supports shall be installed so as not to interfere with the free expansion and contraction of the system's piping, fittings, and valves between anchors. All valves and supports shall be designed and installed so they will not be disengaged by movement of the supporting piping. Amend Section G2420.5.1 (409.5.1), Located within the same room, by adding the following text: G2420.5.1 (409.5.1) Located within the same room. The shutoff valve ... [bulk of paragraph unchanged]... in accordance with the appliance manufacturer's instructions. A secondary shutoff valve must be installed within 3 feet (914 mm) of the firebox if appliance shutoff is located in the firebox. Amend Section G2421.1 (410.1,), Pressure regulators, b ay ddina the following text and Exception: G2421.1 (410.1) Pressure regulators. A line pressure regulator shall be ... [bulk of paragraph unchanged] . approved for outdoor installation. Access to regulators shall comply with the requirements for access to appliances as specified in Section M1305. Exception: A passageway or level service space is not required when the regulator is capable of being serviced and removed through the required attic opening. 33 Amend Section G2422.1.2.3 (411.1.3.3), Prohibited locations and Penetrations by deleting Exception 1 and Exception 4 in their entirety. Amend Section G2445.2 (621.2), Prohibited use, b ay dding the following Exception: G2445.2 (621.2) Prohibited use. [Text unchanged.] Exception: Existing approved unvented room heaters may continue to be used in dwelling units, in accordance with the code provisions in effect when installed, when approved by the Building Official unless an unsafe condition is determined to exist as described in International Fuel Gas Code Section 108.7 of the Fuel Gas Code. Amend Section G2448.1.1 (624.1.1), Installation requirements, to read as follows: G2448.1.1 (624.1.1) Installation requirements. The requirements for water heaters relative to access, sizing, relief valves, drain pans and scald protection shall be in accordance with this code. Add Section P2603, Protection against corrosion, to read as follows: P2603.3 Protection against corrosion. Metallic pining, except for cast iron, ductile iron and galvanized steel, shall not be placed in direct contact with steel framing members, concrete or cinder walls and floors or other masonry. Metallic piping shall not be placed in direct contact with corrosive soil. Where sheathing is used to prevent direct contact, the sheathing shall have a thickness of not less than 0.008 inch (8 mill (0.203 mm) and the sheathing shall be made of approved material Where sheathing protects piping that penetrates concrete or masonry walls or floors, the sheathing shall be installed in a manner that allows movement of the piping within the sheathing. Amend Section P2603.5.1, Sewer depth, to read as follows: P2603.5.1 Sewer depth. Building sewers that connect to private sewage disposal systems shall be installed according to TCEQ guidelines. Building sewers shall be a minimum of 12 inches (304 mm) below grade or as approved by the building official. Add Section P2604.2.1., Plastic sewer and DWV Pining installation, to read as follows: P2604.2.1 Plastic sewer and DWV pining installation. Plastic sewer and DWV piping installed underground shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions. Trench width shall be controlled to not exceed the outside the pipe diameter plus 16 inches or in a trench which has a 34 controlled width equal to the nominal diameter of the piping multiplied by 1.25 plus 12 inches. The piping shall be bedded in 4 inches of granular fill and then backfilled compacting the side fill in 6 -inch layers on each side of the piping. The compaction shall be to minimum of 85 percent standard proctor density and extend to a minimum of 6 inches above the top of the pipe. Section P2801.6, Required pan, to read as follows: P2801.6 Required pan. Where a storage tank -type water heater or a hot water storage tank is installed in a location where water leakage from the tank will cause damage, the tank shall be installed in a pan constructed of one of the following_ 1. Galvanized steel or aluminum of not less than 0.0236 inch (0.6010 mm) in thickness. 2. Plastic not less than 0.036 inch (0.9 mm) in thickness. 3. Other approved materials. Amend P2801.6.1, Pan size and drain, to read as follows: P2801.6.1 Pan size and drain. The pan shall be not less than 1112 inches (38 mm) in depth and shall be of sufficient size and shape to receive all dripping or condensate from the tank or water heater. The pan shall be drained by an indirect waste pipe having a diameter of not less than 3/4 inch (19 mm). Piping for safety pan drains shall be of those materials listed in Table P2906.5. Multiple pan drains may terminate to a single discharge piping system when approved by the administrative authority and permitted by the manufactures installation instructions and installed with those instructions.... [Existing text unchanged.) Amend Section P2804.6.1, Requirements for discharge Pine, to read as follows: P2804.6.1 Requirements for discharge pining. The discharge piping serving -a pressure relief valve, temperature relief valve or combination thereof shall: 1. Not be directly connected to the drainage system. 2. Discharge through an air gap. 3. Not be smaller than the diameter of the outlet of the valve served and shall discharge full size to the air gap. 4. Serve a single relief device and shall not connect to piping serving any other relief device or equipment. Exception: Multiple relief devices may be installed to a single T & P discharge piping system when approved by the administrative authority and permitted 35 by the manufactures installation instructions and installed with those instructions. S. Discharge to an approved location or to the outdoors. [Remainder unchanged.[ Amend Section P2902.5.3, Lawn irrigation systems, to read as follows: P2902.5.3 Lawn irrigation systems. The potable water supply to lawn irrigation systems shall be protected against backflow by an atmospheric -type vacuum breaker, a pressure-type vacuum breaker, a double-check assembly or a reduced pressure principle backflow preventer. A valve shall not be installed downstream from an atmospheric vacuum breaker. Where chemicals are introduced into the system, the potable water supply shall be protected against backflow by a reduced pressure principle backflow preventer. Amend Section P3003.9.2, Solvent cementing, to read as follows: P3003.9.2 Solvent cementing. loint surfaces shall be clean and free from moisture. A purple primer that conforms to ASTM F 656 shall be applied. Solvent cement not purple in color and conforming to ASTM D 2564, CSA B137.3, CSA B181.2 or CSA B182.1 shall be applied to all joint surfaces. The joint shall be made while the cement is wet and shall be in accordance with ASTM D 2855. Solvent cement joints shall be permitted above or below ground. Delete Section P3111, Combination waste and vent systems, in its entirety Delete Section P3112.2, Vent Connection, and replace with the following text: P3112.2 Installation. Traps for island sinks and similar equipment shall be roughed in above the floor and may be vented by extending the vent as high as possible, but not less than the drainboard height and then returning it downward and connecting it to the horizontal sink drain immediately downstream from the vertical fixture drain. The return vent shall be connected to the horizontal drain through a wye-branch fitting and shall, in addition, be provided with a foot vent taken off the vertical fixture vent by means of a wye-branch immediately below the floor and extending to the nearest partition and then through the roof to the open air or may be connected to other vents at a point not less than six (6) inches (152 mm) above the flood level rim of the fixtures served. Drainage fittings shall be used on all parts of the vent below the floor level and a minimum slope of one- auarter (1.14) inch per foot (20.9 mm/m) back to the drain shall be maintained. The return bend used under the drain -board shall be a one (1) piece fitting or an assembly of a forty-five (45) degree (0.79 radius), a ninety (90) degree (1.6 radius) and a forty-five (45) degree (0.79 radius) elbow in the order named. 36 Pipe sizing shall be as elsewhere required in this Code. The island sink drain, upstream of the return vent, shall serve no other fixtures. An accessible cleanout shall be installed in the vertical portion of the foot vent. § 4.02.063 through § 4.02.090. (Reserved)" Vem M Section 3. That Chapter 4, "Building Regulations," Article 4.02, "Construction Codes," Division 4, "Existing Building Code," as now exists shall and is hereby be repealed and replaced with the following text: "Division 4 Existing Building Code § 4.02.091 Adopted. (a) Definition. For purposes of this section division, the f^"A-Avi g def4nitien shat ply "Existing Building Code" shall mean -,-.--the 201 r 2021 International Existing Building Code (sometimes referred to as the IEBC)., including any and all amendments or revisions thereto adopted. (b) Adoption. In conformance with V.T.C.A., Local Government Code, chapter 214, subchapter G, sections 214.211 through 214.214, the 2019 2021 International Existing Building Code, including appendices A, B, and C, is hereafter adopted as the municipal existing building code for the city. The 2019 2021 International Existing Building Code shall apply to the repair, alteration, change of occupancy, addition and relocation of 37 existing buildings, including historic buildings, in the city. The city council may establish procedures to adopt local amendments to the International Residential Existing Building Code [4 teen tier l 9)dsting Building ing (;94e and for the administration and enforcement of the International Res at Existing Building Code [11 tePl4 ti9 ,l Existing Building Code]. (c) Copies on file. Copies of the r 2021 International Existing Building Code will be maintained on file in the office of the city planning and development department and maybe viewed online at httDS://codes.iccsafe.orLy/codes i -codes f 2021-icode, and the provisions thereof shall be controlling as set out herein in the construction of all buildings and other structures within the corporate limits of the city. § 4.02.092 Amendments. The eeedeea adepted by Seaetien 4-02-09- 4- J -S hei:eby aR4ended- -;4-,; SP -t- A-1-4- J-4-4 SP -C-- The followine- sections. paraL-raphs. and sentences of the 2021 International Existin Building Code adopted by Section 4.02.091 are hereby amended as follows: Delete Item 11 in Section 110.2. Certificate issued, in its entirety: Amend Section 113.4. Violation penalties, to read as follows: 113.4 Violation penalties. A person who shall violate a provision of this Code or who fails to comply herewith or with any of the requirements hereof, or who shall erect, construct, alter or repair, or who has erected, constructed, altered or repaired a building or structure in violation of a detailed statement or plan submitted and approved hereunder, or of a permit or certificate issued hereunder, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be fined in any sum not to exceed two thousand dollars ($2,000.00), and each and every day's continuance of any violation of the provisions of this Code shall constitute and be deemed a separate offense. Offenses under this section shall be strict liability offenses. 38 WO 10' ON—— I I I '' 1 11 I .. . ... . ... . .. ..... .. .. ... .. .. . .. ... . . .. yw The followine- sections. paraL-raphs. and sentences of the 2021 International Existin Building Code adopted by Section 4.02.091 are hereby amended as follows: Delete Item 11 in Section 110.2. Certificate issued, in its entirety: Amend Section 113.4. Violation penalties, to read as follows: 113.4 Violation penalties. A person who shall violate a provision of this Code or who fails to comply herewith or with any of the requirements hereof, or who shall erect, construct, alter or repair, or who has erected, constructed, altered or repaired a building or structure in violation of a detailed statement or plan submitted and approved hereunder, or of a permit or certificate issued hereunder, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be fined in any sum not to exceed two thousand dollars ($2,000.00), and each and every day's continuance of any violation of the provisions of this Code shall constitute and be deemed a separate offense. Offenses under this section shall be strict liability offenses. 38 Amend the definitions of EXISTING BUILDING and EXISTING STRUCTURE in Section 202, Definitions, as follows: EXISTING BUILDING - A building, structure, or space with an approved final inspection issued under a code edition which is at least 2 published code editions preceding the currently adopted building code; a building, structure or space that is undergoing a change of occupancy or use. EXISTING STRUCTURE- A building, structure, or space, with an approved final inspection issued under a code edition which is at least 2 published code editions preceding the currently adopted building code; a building, structure or space that is undergoing a change of occupancy or use Amend Section 306.1, Scope, b ay dding the following Exceptions: 306.1 Scope. [Text unchanged Exceptions: 1. Components of projects regulated by and registered with Architectural Barriers Division of Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation shall be deemed to be in compliance with the requirements of this chapter. 2. If the cost of the project is less than $50K, it must comply with ICC A117.1, or it shall be reviewed and inspected to the Texas AccessibilitX Standards by a Registered Accessibility Specialist. Amend Section 306.2, Design, by adding the following Exception: 306.2 Design. [Text unchanged.] Exception: Projects subject to the Texas Accessibility Standards as adopted bX the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation are exempt from this section. Projects with a valuation of less than $50,000.00 (which are subject to the Texas Accessibility Standards) may be accepted as equivalent to this section where reviewed and inspected to the Texas Accessibility Standards by a Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Registered Accessibility Specialist when a plan review report and a compliant inspection report are provided to the building code official. 39 Add Section 306.5.1, Complete change of occupancy, to read as follows: 306.5.1 Complete change of occupancy. Where an entire building undergoes a change of occupancy, it shall comply with Section 305.4.1 and shall have all of the following accessible features: 1. Not fewer than one accessible building entrance. 2. Not fewer than one accessible route from an accessible building entrance to primary function areas. 3. Signage complying with Section 1111 of the International Building Code. 4. Accessible parking, where parking is being provided. S. Not fewer than one accessible passenger loading zone, where loading zones are provided. 6. Not fewer than one accessible route connecting accessible parking and accessible passenger loading zones to an accessible entrance. 7. At least one accessible family or assisted use toilet room shall be provided in accordance with Chapter 11 of the International Building Code. Where it is technically infeasible to comply with the new construction standards for any of these requirements for a change of group or occupancy, Items 1 through 6 shall conform to the requirements to the maximum extent technically feasible. Exception: The accessible features listed in Items 1 through 6 are not required for an accessible route to Type B units. Delete Section 401.3, Flood hazard areas, in its entirety. Delete Section 405.2.6, Flood hazard areas, in its entirety. Amend Section 406.1, Material, to read as follows: 406.1 Material. Existing electrical wiring and equipment undergoing repair shall be allowed to be repaired or replaced with like material, in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 70. Delete Section 502.3, Flood hazard areas, in its entirety. Delete Section 503.2, Flood hazard areas, in its entirety. 40 Amend Section 503.16, Enhanced classroom acoustics, by adding the following Exception: Section 503.16 Enhanced classroom acoustics. [Text unchanged.[ Exception: Compliance with the Texas Accessibility Standards is not considered equivalent compliance for the purpose of enforcement of this code section. Amend Section 504.1.2, Existing fire escapes, to read as follows: 504.1.2 Existing fire escapes. Existing fire escapes shall continue to be accepted as a component in the means of egress in existing buildings only. Existing fire escapes shall be permitted to be repaired or replaced. Delete Section 504.1.3, New -fire escapes, in its entirety Delete Section 507.3, Flood hazard areas, in its entirety. Delete Section 701.3, Flood hazard areas, in its entirety. Amend Section 702.4, Window opening control devices on replacement windows, by adding the following Exception 2: Section 702.4 Window opening control devices on replacement windows. [Existing text and Exception 1 unchanged.] Exceptions: 2. Operable windows with openings that are provided with window fall prevention devices that comply with ASTM F2090. [Remaining Exceptions unchanged.1 Amend Section 702. 7, Materials and methods, to read as follows: 702.7 Materials and methods. All new work shall comply with the materials and methods requirements in the International Building Code, International Energy Conservation Code, International Mechanical Code, National Electrical Code. and International Plumbing Code, as applicable, that specify material standards. detail 41 of installation and connection, joints, penetrations, and continuity of any element, component, or system in the building Amend Section 802.5.1, Minimum requirement, to read as follows: 802.5.1 Minimum requirement. Every portion of open -sided walking surfaces, including mezzanines, equipment platforms, aisles, stairs, ramps, and landings that is more than 30 inches (762 mm) above the floor or grade below and is not provided with guards, or those in which the existing guards are judged to be in danger of collapsing, shall be provided with guards. Amend Section 803.1, Scope, by adding the following sentence: Section 803.1 Scope. [Text unchanged.] ... For the purpose of fire sprinkler protection and fire alarm requirements included in this section, the work area shall be extended to include at least the entire tenant space or spaces bounded by walls capable of resisting the passage of smoke containing the subject work area, and if the work area includes a corridor, hallway, or other exit access, then such corridor, hallway, or other exit access shall be protected in its entirety on that particular floor level. Amend the Exceptions in Section 803.2.6, Supervision, by deleting Exceptions 1-4 and adding the following Exception: Section 803.2.6 Supervision. [Text unchanged.] [Exceptions 1-5 deleted.[ Exception: Supervision is not required where the Fire Code does not require such for new construction. Amend Section 803.3, Standpipes, to read as follows: 803.3 Standpipes. Refer to Section 1103.6 of the Fire Code for retroactive standpipe requirements. [Delete rest of Section 803.3.] Amend Section 804.2, General, by deleting Exception 1. 42 Amend Section 804.4.1.2, Fire escapes required, to read as follows: 804.4.1.2 Fire Escapes required. For other than Group 1-2, where more than one exit is required, an existing fire escape complying with section 805.3.1.2.1 shall be accepted as providing one of the required means of egress. Amend Section 804.4.1.2.1, Fire escape access and details, to read as follows: 804.4.1.2.1 Fire Escape access and details. [Text unchanged.] 1. [Unchanged.1 2. Access to a fire escape shall be through a door ... [remainder of text unchanged.l 3. [Delete.] 4. [Unchanged.1 S. In all buildings of Group E occupancy up to and including the 12th grade, buildings of Group 1 occupancy, boarding houses, and childcare centers, ladders of any type are prohibited on fire escapes used as a required means of egress. Amend Section 804.6.2, Transoms, b ay dding the following language: 804.6.2 Transoms. In all buildings of Group B. E.1-1.1-2. R-1 and R-2 occupancies. . [remainder of text unchanged.] Amend Section 904.1. Automatic sprinkler systems, by adding the following sentence: Section 904.1 Automatic sprinkler systems. [Existing text unchanged.] ... For the purpose of fire sprinkler protection and fire alarm requirements included in this section, the work area shall be extended to include at least the entire tenant space or spaces bounded by walls containing the subject work area, and if the work area includes a corridor, hallway, or other exit access, then such corridor, hallway, or other exit access shall be protected in its entirety on that particular floor level. Amend Section 904.1.1, High-rise buildings, to read as follows: 904.1.1 High-rise buildings. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in work areas of high-rise buildings. 43 Amend Section 1011.2.1, Fire sprinkler system, to read as follows: 1011.2.1 Fire sprinkler system. Where a change in occupancy classification occurs or where there is a change of occupancy within a space where there is a different fire protection system threshold requirement in Chapter 9 of the International Building Code that requires an automatic fire sprinkler system to be provided based on the new occupancy in accordance with Chapter 9 of the International Building Code. The installation of the automatic sprinkler system shall be required within the area of the change of occupancy and areas of the building not separated horizontally and vertically from the change of occupancy by one of the following_ 1. [Delete.] 2. [Delete.] 3. [Delete.] 4. [Delete.] S. Fire barrier, as required by Section 707 of the IBC. 6. Fire wall, as required by Section 706 of the IBC. Exceptions: [Unchanged.] Add Section 1102.2.1, Fire separations, to read as follows: 1102.2.1 Fire separations. Where fire separations are utilized to allow additions without exceeding the allowable area provisions of Chapter 5 of the IBC for either the existing building or the new addition, the decreased clear space where the two buildings adjoin shall be accounted for in such calculation relative to the allowable frontage increase. Delete Section 1103.3, Flood hazard areas, in its entirety. Delete Section 1201.4, Flood hazard areas, in its entirety. Amend Section 1301.3.2, Compliance with other codes, to read as follows: 1301.3.2 Compliance with other codes. Buildings that are evaluated in accordance with this section shall comply with the International Fire Code. Delete Section 1301.3.3, Compliance with flood hazard provisions, in its entiret4 Delete Section 1402.6, Flood hazard areas, in its entirety. 44 Delete Sections 1509.1 through 1509.5 in their entirety and replace with the following new Section 1509.1, When required, to read as follows: 1509.1 When required. An approved water supply for fire protection, either temporary or permanent, shall be made available as soon as combustible material arrives on the site. The water supply design and the timing of the water supply installation relative to building construction shall comply with the adopted Fire Code." § 4.02.093 through § 4.02.120. (Reserved)" Section 4. That Chapter 4, "Building Regulations," Article 4.02, "Construction Codes," Division 5, "Plumbing Code," as it now exists shall and is hereby repealed and replaced with the following text: "Division 5 Plumbing Code § 4.02.121 Adopted. (a) Definition. For purposes of this section, "plumbing code" shall mean the r 2021 International Plumbing Code (sometimes referred to as the IPC), including any and all amendments or revisions or revised additions to the 2019 2021 International Plumbing Code. (b) Adoption. In conformance with V.T.C.A., Occupations Code, sections 1301.551 and 1301.255, the 201 r 2021 International Plumbing Code, including appendix A, as amended herein, is hereafter adopted as the municipal plumbing code for the city. The r 2021 International Plumbing Code shall apply to regulation and governance of the design, construction, quality of materials, erection, installation, alteration, repair, location, relocation, replacement, addition to, use or maintenance of plumbing systems as herein provided, providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefor. (c) Copies on file. Copies of the 201 r 2021 International Plumbing Code will be maintained on file in the office of the planning and development department and may be viewed online at htt s://codes.iccsafe.or codes i-codes/2021-icode, and the provisions thereof shall be controlling as set out herein in the construction of all buildings and other structures within the corporate limits of the city. § 4.02.122 Amendments. The c --A- dde adepted Jay s e etien 4.0242 1- is he-Feby amended -A-s Set -f A- -rth J-4-4 exhih- it A, which is The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2021 International Plumbing Code adopted by section 4.02.121 are hereby amended as follows: 45 Amend Table of Contents, Chapter 7, Section 713, to read as follows: 713 Engineered Drainage Design ................... 7-12 Amend Section 102.8, Referenced codes and standards, to read as follows: 102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be those that are listed in Chapter 15 and such codes, when specifically adopted, and standards shall be considered as part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where the differences occur between provisions of this code and the referenced standards, the provisions of this code shall be the minimum requirements. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards, each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to reference the adopted amendments. Any reference to NFPA 70 shall mean the National Electrical Code as adopted. Amend Section 115.4, Violation Penalties, to read as follows: 115.4 Violation penalties. Any person 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 or repair plumbing work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the code official, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine in accordance with the general penalty provided in section 1.01.009, and each every day's continuance of any violation shall be deemed a separate offense. A violation of this code shall be a strict liability offense. Amend Section 305.1, Protecting against contact, change to read as follows: 305.1 Protection against contact. Metallic piping, except for cast iron, ductile iron and galvanized steel, shall not be placed in direct contact with steel framing members, concrete or cinder walls and floors or other masonry. Metallic piping shall not be placed in direct contact with corrosive soil. Where sheathing is used to prevent direct contact, the sheathing shall have a thickness of not less than 0.008 inch (8 mill (0.203 mm) and the sheathing shall be made of approved material. Where sheathing protects piping that penetrates concrete or masonry walls or floors, the sheathing shall be installed in a manner that allows movement of the piping within the sheathing. Amend Section 305.4.1, Sewer depth, to read as follows: 305.4.1 Sewer depth. Building sewers shall be a minimum of 12 inches (304 mml below grade. 46 Add Section 306.2.4, Plastic sewer and DWV Pining installation, to read as follows: 306.2.4 Plastic sewer and DWV pining installation. Plastic sewer and DWV pining installed underground shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions. Trench width shall be controlled to not exceed the outside the pine diameter plus 16 inches or in a trench which has a controlled width equal to the nominal diameter of the diameter of the piping multiplied by 1.25 plus 12 inches. The piping shall be bedded in 4 inches of granular fill and then backfilled compacting the side fill in 6 -inch layers on each side of the piping. The compaction shall be to minimum of 85 percent standard proctor density and extend to a minimum of 6 inches above the top of the pipe. Amend Section 413.4, Required location for floor drains, to read as follows: 413.4 Required location for floor drains. Floor drains shall be installed in the following areas: 1. In public laundries and in the central washing facilities of multiple family dwellings, the rooms containing automatic clothes washers shall be provided with floor drains located to readily drain the entire floor area. Such drains shall have a minimum outlet of not less than 3 inches (76 mm) in diameter. 2. Commercial kitchens. In lieu of floor drains in commercial kitchens. the Code Official may accept floor sinks. 3. Public restrooms. Amend Section 608.17.5, Connections to lawn irrigation systems, to read as follows: 608.17.5 Connections to lawn irrigation systems. The potable water supply toto lawn irrigation systems shall be protected against backflow by an atmospheric - type vacuum breaker, a pressure-type vacuum breaker, a double-check assembly or a reduced pressure principal backflow preventer. A valve shall not be installed downstream from an atmospheric vacuum breaker. Where chemicals are introduced into the system, the potable water supply shall be protected against backflow by a reduced pressure principal backflow preventer. Delete Section 703.6, Combined sanitary and storm Public sewer, in its entirety. Add Section 704.5, Single stack fittings, to read as follows: 704.5 Single stack fittings. Single stack fittings with internal baffle, PVC schedule 40 or cast-iron single stack shall be designed by a registered engineer and comply to a national recognized standard. 47 Add Section 712.4.3, Dual pump system, to read as follows: 712.4.3 Dual pump system. All sumps shall be automatically discharged and, when in any "public use" occupancy where the sump serves more than 10 fixture units, shall be provided with dual pumps or ejectors arranged to function independently in case of overload or mechanical failure. For storm drainage sumps and pumping systems, see Section 1113. Amend Section 713.1, Design of drainage system, to read as follows: 713.1 Design of drainage system. The sizing, design and layout of the drainage system shall be to be designed by a registered engineer using approved computer design methods. Amend Section 903.1.1, Roof extension unprotected, to read as follows: 903.1.1 Roof extension unprotected. Open vent pipes that extend through a roof shall terminate not less than six (6l inches (152 mm) above the roof. Delete Section 1109, COMBINED SANITARYAND STORM PUBLIC SEWER, in its entirety. Amend Section 1202.1 Nonflammable medical gases, by deleting Exceptions 1 and 2. § 4.02.124 through § 4.02.150. (Reserved)" Section 6. That Chapter 4, "Building Regulations," Article 4.02, "Construction Codes," Division 6, "Fuel Gas Code," as it now exists shall be and is hereby repealed and replaced with the following text: "Division 6 Fuel Gas Code § 4.02.151 Adopted. (a) Definition. For purposes of this section, "fuel gas code" shall mean the 2019 2021 International Fuel Gas Code (sometimes referred to as the IFGC) including any and all amendments or revisions or revised additions to the 2019 2021 International Fuel Gas Code. (b) Adoption. The r 2021 International Fuel Gas Code, including appendices A, B, C and D (which are informational only and which shall only be used for reference), is hereafter adopted as the municipal fuel gas code for the city. The r 2021 International Fuel Gas Code shall apply to regulation and governance of fuel gas systems and gas-fired appliances as herein provided; providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefor; and providing for the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms set forth therein. Me (c) Copies on ale. Copies of the r 2021 International Fuel Gas Code will be maintained on file in the office of the planning and development department and may be viewed online at htt s://codes.iccsafe.or codes i-codes/2021-icode, and the provisions thereof shall be controlling as set out herein in the construction of all buildings and other structures within the corporate limits of the city. § 4.02.152 Amendments. The c --A- dde adepted Jay s e etien 4.02. 1-5 1- is he-Feby amended -AS Set A-4-4 t: J 4-4- thi S Se etion: S e etion- 1 08 n Violation penalties, shall be idea +„ r -,d follows: The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2021 International Fuel Gas Code adopted by Section 4.02.151 are hereby amended as follows: Amend Section 102.2. Existing installations, by adding the following Exception: Exception: Existing dwelling units shall comply with Section 621.2. Amend Section 102.8. Referenced codes and standards, to read as follows: 102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be those that are listed in Chapter 8 and such codes, when specifically adopted, and standards shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where differences occur between provisions of this code and the referenced standards, the provisions of this code shall apply. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards, each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Any reference to NFPA 70 or the National Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted. Amend Section 115.4, Violation penalties, to read as follows: 115.4 Violation penalties. Persons who shall violate a provision of this code, fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or erect, install, alter or repair work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the code official, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not more than $2.000.00, and each and every day's continuance of any violation of the provisions of this code shall constitute and be deemed a separate offense. A violation of this code is a strict liability offense. 49 Amend Section 306.5, Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures, to read asfollows: [M] 306.5 Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures. Where equipment requiring access or appliances are located on an elevated structure or the roof of a building such that personnel will have to climb higher than 16 feet (4877 mm) above grade to access, an interior or exterior means of access shall be provided. Exterior ladders providing roof access need not extend closer than 12 feet (2438 mm) to the finish grade or floor level below and shall extend to the equipment and appliances' level service space. Such access shall ... [bulk of section to read the same] ... on roofs having a slope greater than four units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33 -percent slope)... [remainder of text unchanged]. Amend Section 306.5.1, Sloped roofs, to read as follows: [M] 306.5.1 Sloped roofs. Where appliances, equipment. fans or other components that require service are installed on a roof having a slope of 3 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (25 -percent slope) or greater and having an edge more than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade at such edge, a catwalk at least 16 inches in width with substantial cleats spaced not more than 16 inches apart shall be provided from the roof access to a level platform at the appliance. The level platform shall be provided on each side of the appliance to which access is required for service, repair or maintenance. The platform shall be not less than 30 inches (762 mm) in any dimension and shall be provided with guards. The guards shall extend not less than 42 inches (1067 mm) above the platform, shall be constructed so as to prevent the passage of a 21 -inch -diameter (533 mm) sphere and shall comply with the loading requirements for guards specified in the International Building Code. Amend Section 401.5, Identification, b ay dding a second paragraph to read as follows: 401.5 Identification. [Existing test unchanged.] Both ends of each section of medium pressure gas pining shall identify its operating gas pressure with an approved tag. The tags are to be composed of aluminum or stainless steel and the following wording shall be stamped into the tag. "WARNING 112 to 5 psi gas pressure Do Not Remove" 50 Amend Section 404.12, Minimum burial depth, to read as follows: 404.12 Minimum burial depth. Underground piping systems shall be installed a minimum depth of 18 inches (458 mm) top of pipe below grade. Delete Section 404.12.1. Individual outdoor appliances, in its entirety. Amend Section 406.4, Test pressure measurement, to read as follows: 406.4 Test pressure measurement. Test pressure shall be measured with a monometer or with a pressure -measuring device designed and calibrated to read, record, or indicate a pressure loss caused by leakage during the pressure test period. The source of pressure shall be isolated before the pressure tests are made. Mechanical gauges used to measure test pressures shall have a range such that the highest end of the scale is not greater than five times the test pressure. Spring type gauges do not meet the requirement of a calibrated gauge. Amend Section 406.4.1, Test pressure, to read as follows: 406.4.1 Test pressure. The test pressure to be used shall be no less than 6 psig (20 kPa gauge), or at the discretion of the Code Official, the piping and valves may be tested at a pressure of at least six (6) inches (152 mm) of mercury, measured with a manometer or slope gauge. For tests requiring a pressure of 3 psig, diaphragm gauges shall utilize a dial with a minimum diameter of three and one half inches (3 1/z"), a set hand. 1110 pound incrementation and pressure range not to exceed 15 psi for tests requiring a pressure of 3 psig. For tests requiring a pressure of 10 psig. diaphragm gauges shall utilize a dial with a minimum diameter of three and one-half inches (3 1/z"), a set hand, a minimum of 2/10 pound incrementation and a pressure range not to exceed 50 psi. For welded piping, and for piping carrying _ag s at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure (3.48 kPa)(1/2 psi) and less than 200 inches of water column pressure (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the test pressure shall not be less than ten (10) pounds per square inch (69.6 kPa). For piping carrying gas at a pressure that exceeds 200 inches of water column (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the test pressure shall be not less than one and one-half times the proposed maximum working pressure. Diaphragm gauges used for testing must display a current calibration and be in good working condition. The appropriate test must be applied to the diaphragm gauge used for testing. 51 Add Section 409.1.4, Valves in CSST installations, to read as follows: 409.1.4 Valves in CSST installations. Shutoff valves installed with corrugated stainless steel (CSST) pining systems shall be supported with an approved termination fitting, or equivalent support, suitable for the size of the valves, of adequate strength and quality, and located at intervals so as to prevent or damp out excessive vibration but in no case greater than 12 -inches from the center of the valve. Supports shall be installed so as not to interfere with the free expansion and contraction of the system's piping, fittings, and valves between anchors. All valves and supports shall be designed and installed so they will not be disengaged by movement of the supporting pipin . Amend Section 410.1, Pressure regulators, by adding a second paragraph and Exception to read as follows: 410.1 Pressure regulators. [Existing text unchanged.] Access to regulators shall comply with the requirements for access to appliances as specified in Section 306. Exception: A passageway or level service space is not required when the regulator is capable of being serviced and removed through the required attic opening. Amend Section 621.2, Prohibited use, by adding the following Exception: 621.2 Prohibited use. [Existing text unchanged. Exception: Existing approved unvented heaters may continue to be used in dwelling units, in accordance with the code provisions in effect when installed, when approved by the Code Official unless an unsafe condition is determined to exist as described in Section 108.7. 52 § 4.02.153 through § 4.02.180. (Reserved)" Section 7. That Chapter 4, "Building Regulations," Article 4.02, "Construction Codes," Division 7, "Mechanical Code," as it now exists shall and is hereby repealed and replaced with the following text: "Division 7 Mechanical Code § 4.02.181 Mechanical Code Adopted; pena'lt. (a) Definition. For purposes of this division. "Mechanical Code" shall mean the 2021 International Mechanical Code (sometimes referred to as the IMC) including any and all amendments or revisions or revised additions to the 2021 International Mechanical Code. (b) Adoption. Tb, -,t eefft-,;r -P-4-e .i,- iflie l eerie vr,,..,r as the rr+„rnati nal na,,,.haniea Co division, is heFeby adepted and ineeFpeFated as fully as if Set eut-at length herein. A eepy i—h-I Sh 'tee—s^r*r g wit -1-4-J-4-4 t1ne s e—li-AsI thCity. The 2021 International Mechanical Code, including appendices A. B. C and D (which are informational only and which shall only be used for reference), is hereafter adopted as the municipal fuel gas code for the city. The 2021 International Fuel Gas Code shall apply to regulation and governance of fuel gas systems and gas-fired appliances as herein provided; providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefor; and nrovidine- for the reLyulations. provisions. penalties. conditions and terms set forth therein. 53 mi -------------- . . . . .. . ... . . ... .. . .. . ... . ........ .. . ... .. . . . .. .. . . ... .. . . .. .... .. .. . .. ... .. . . .. A.M.P... '111 ... .. . . . .. . .. . . . .. .. .. . . . ... .. . .. .. . ... . . . .. . .. . ..... . .. § 4.02.153 through § 4.02.180. (Reserved)" Section 7. That Chapter 4, "Building Regulations," Article 4.02, "Construction Codes," Division 7, "Mechanical Code," as it now exists shall and is hereby repealed and replaced with the following text: "Division 7 Mechanical Code § 4.02.181 Mechanical Code Adopted; pena'lt. (a) Definition. For purposes of this division. "Mechanical Code" shall mean the 2021 International Mechanical Code (sometimes referred to as the IMC) including any and all amendments or revisions or revised additions to the 2021 International Mechanical Code. (b) Adoption. Tb, -,t eefft-,;r -P-4-e .i,- iflie l eerie vr,,..,r as the rr+„rnati nal na,,,.haniea Co division, is heFeby adepted and ineeFpeFated as fully as if Set eut-at length herein. A eepy i—h-I Sh 'tee—s^r*r g wit -1-4-J-4-4 t1ne s e—li-AsI thCity. The 2021 International Mechanical Code, including appendices A. B. C and D (which are informational only and which shall only be used for reference), is hereafter adopted as the municipal fuel gas code for the city. The 2021 International Fuel Gas Code shall apply to regulation and governance of fuel gas systems and gas-fired appliances as herein provided; providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefor; and nrovidine- for the reLyulations. provisions. penalties. conditions and terms set forth therein. 53 (cl Copies on file. Copies of the 2021 International Mechanical Gas Code will be maintained on file in the office of the planning and development department and may be viewed online at htt s://codes.iccsafe.or codes i-codes/2021-icode, and the provisions thereof shall be controlling as set out herein in the construction of all buildings and other structures within the corporate limits of the city. § 4.02.182 Amendments. The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2021 International Mechanical Code adopted by section„4.02.181 are hereby amended as follows: Amend Section 102.8, Referenced Codes and Standards, to read as follows: 102.8 Referenced Codes and Standards. The codes and standards referenced herein shall be those that are listed in Chapter 15 and such codes, when specifically adopted, and standards shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where differences occur between provisions of this code and the referenced standards, the provisions of this code shall apply. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards, each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to reference the adopted amendments. Any reference to NFPA 70 shall mean the National Electrical Code as adopted. Amend Section 115.4, Violation Penalties, to read as follows: 115.4 Violation penalties. Persons who shall violate a provision of this code, fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or erect, install, alter or repair work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the code official, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not more than $2,000.00, and each and every day's continuance of any violation of the provisions of this code shall constitute and be deemed a separate offense. A violation of this code is a strict liability offense. Amend Section 306.5, Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures, to read asfollows: 306.5 Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures. Where equipment requiring access or appliances are located on an elevated structure or the roof of a building such that personnel will have to climb higher than 16 feet (4877 mm) above grade to access, an interior or exterior means of access shall be provided. Exterior ladders providing roof access need not extend closer than 12 feet (2438 mm) to the finish grade or floor level below and shall extend to the 54 equipment and appliances' level service space. Such access shall ... [bulk of section to read the same] ... on roofs having a slope greater than four units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33 -percent slope). .. [Remainder of text unchanged]. Amend Section 306.5.1, Sloped roofs, to read as follows: 306.5.1 Sloped roofs. Where appliances, equipment, fans or other components that require service are installed on a roof having a slope of three units vertical in 12 units horizontal (25 -percent slope) or greater and having an edge more than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade at such edge, a catwalk at least 16 inches in width with substantial cleats spaced not more than 16 inches apart shall be provided from the roof access to a level platform at the appliance. The level platform shall be provided on each side of the appliance to which access is required for service, repair or maintenance. The platform shall be not less than 30 inches (762 mm) in any dimension and shall be provided with guards. The guards shall extend not less than 42 inches (1067 mm) above the platform, shall be constructed so as to prevent the passage of a 21 -inch -diameter (533 mm) sphere and shall comply with the loading requirements for guards specified in the International Building Code. ...[Remainder of text unchanged beginning with "Access shall not require walking ... 1 Amend Section 501.3, Exhaust discharcre_by adding the following Exceptions: 501.3 Exhaust Discharge. [Existing text unchanged.] Exceptions: 1. Whole -house ventilation -type attic fans shall be permitted to discharge into the attic space of dwelling units having private attics. 2. Commercial cooking recirculating systems. 3. Where installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and where mechanical or natural ventilation is otherwise provided in accordance with Chapter 4, listed and labeled domestic ductless range hoods shall not be required to discharge to the outdoors. 4. Toilet room exhaust ducts may terminate in a warehouse or shop area when infiltration of outside air is present. 55 § 4.02.184 through § 4.02.210. (Reserved)" Section 7. That Chapter 4, "Building Regulations," Article 4.02, "Construction Codes," Division 8, "Electrical Regulations," as it now exists shall be and is hereby repealed and replaced with the following text: "Division 8 Electrical Regulations § 4.02.211 National Electrical Code adopted. (a) Definition. For purposes of this division, the I'^"^444rT a^4nitions shat apply: "National Electrical Code" shall mean the :2.01 4 2020 National Electrical Code (sometimes referred to as the NEC) published by the National Fre Association, including any and all amendments, revisions or revised additions to the 2014 2020 National Electrical Code adopted. (b) Adoption; applicability. In conformance with V.T.C.A., Local Government Code, chapter 214, subchapter G, sections 214.211 through 214.214, the :2014 2020 National Electrical Code shall be and is hereafter adopted as the municipal commercial electrical construction code for the city. The 2014 2020 National Electrical Code shall apply to all commercial electrical construction applications within the city. The city council may establish procedures to adopt local amendments to the National Electrical Code and for the administration and enforcement of the National Electrical Code. (c) Copies on file. Copies of the :2.014 2020 National Electrical Code will be maintained on file in the office of the planning and development department, and the provisions thereof shall be controlling as set out herein in the construction of all buildings and other structures within the corporate limits of the city. 56 ..sr.�e.ss.. § 4.02.184 through § 4.02.210. (Reserved)" Section 7. That Chapter 4, "Building Regulations," Article 4.02, "Construction Codes," Division 8, "Electrical Regulations," as it now exists shall be and is hereby repealed and replaced with the following text: "Division 8 Electrical Regulations § 4.02.211 National Electrical Code adopted. (a) Definition. For purposes of this division, the I'^"^444rT a^4nitions shat apply: "National Electrical Code" shall mean the :2.01 4 2020 National Electrical Code (sometimes referred to as the NEC) published by the National Fre Association, including any and all amendments, revisions or revised additions to the 2014 2020 National Electrical Code adopted. (b) Adoption; applicability. In conformance with V.T.C.A., Local Government Code, chapter 214, subchapter G, sections 214.211 through 214.214, the :2014 2020 National Electrical Code shall be and is hereafter adopted as the municipal commercial electrical construction code for the city. The 2014 2020 National Electrical Code shall apply to all commercial electrical construction applications within the city. The city council may establish procedures to adopt local amendments to the National Electrical Code and for the administration and enforcement of the National Electrical Code. (c) Copies on file. Copies of the :2.014 2020 National Electrical Code will be maintained on file in the office of the planning and development department, and the provisions thereof shall be controlling as set out herein in the construction of all buildings and other structures within the corporate limits of the city. 56 • 4.02.212 ■ , whic-14 is . ■ The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2020 National Electrical Code adopted by section4.02.211 are hereby amended as follows: Amend Article 100, DEFINITIONS, to add the following definition: Engineering Supervision. Supervision by a Qualified State of Texas Licensed Professional Engineer engaged primarily in the design or maintenance of electrical installations. Amend Article 110.2, Approval to read as follows: 110.2 Approval. The conductors and equipment required or permitted by this Code shall be acceptable only if approved. Approval of equipment may be evident by listing and labeling of equipment by a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTLI with a certification mark of that laboratory or a qualified third party inspection agency or a field evaluation by a Field Evaluation Body accredited by either the International Code Council International Accreditation Service AC354 or ANSI National Accreditation Board programs and approved by the AHI. Exception: Unlisted equipment that is relocated to another location within a jurisdiction or is field modified is subject to the approval by the AHJ. This approval may be by a field evaluation by a NRTL or qualified third -party inspection agency or a field evaluation by a Field Evaluation Body accredited by either the ICC IAS AC354 or ANAB programs and approved by theAH Informational Note No. 1: See 90.7, Examination of Equipment for Safety, and 110.3, Examination, Identification, Installation, and Use of Equipment. See definitions of Approved. Identified. Labeled. and Listed. Informational Note No. 2: Manufacturer's self -certification of equipment may not necessarily comply with U.S. product safety standards as certified by an NRTL. Informational Note No. 3: National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 790 and 791 provide an example of an approved method for qualifying a third - party inspection agency, Amend Article 408.4, Field Identification Required, Section (A), to read as follows 408.4 Field Identification Required. (A) Circuit Directory or Circuit Identification. Every circuit and circuit modification shall be legibly identified as to its clear, evident, and specific purpose or use. The identification shall include an 57 approved degree of detail that allows each circuit to be distinguished from all others. Spare positions that contain unused overcurrent devices or switches shall be described accordingly. The identification shall be included in a circuit directory that is located on the face or inside of, or in an approved location adjacent and permanently affixed the panel door in the case of a panelboard and at each switch or circuit breaker in a switchboard or switchgear. No circuit shall be described in a manner that depends on transient conditions of occupancy. [Subsection B. Source of Supply, remains unchanged.[ Amend Article 410.118, Access to Other Boxes, to read as follows: 410.118 Access to Other Boxes. Luminaires recessed in the ceilings, floors, or walls shall not be used to access outlet, pull, or junction boxes or conduit bodies, unless the box or conduit body is an integral part of the listed luminaire. Exception: removable luminaires with a minimum measurement of 22 in. X 22 in. shall be permitted to be used as access to outlet, pull, junction boxes or conduit bodies. Amend Article 422.31 B. Appliances Rated Over 300 Volt -Amperes, to read as follows: 422.31 B Appliances Rated Over 300 Volt -Amperes. (B) Appliances Rated over 300 Volt -Amperes. For permanently connected appliances rated over 300 volt-amperes, the branch -circuit switch or circuit breaker shall be permitted to serve as the disconnecting means where the switch or circuit breaker is within sight from and is readily accessible to the appliance it serves or is capable of being locked in the open position in accordance with 110.25 and is readily accessible to the appliance it serves. Informational Note No. 1: For appliances employing unit switches. see 422.34. Informational Note No 2: The following means of access are considered to constitute readily accessible for this code change when conforming to the additional access requirements of the 1 Codes: (1) A permanent stair. (2) A pull-down stair with a minimum 300 lb. (136 kg) capacity. (3) An access door from an upper floor level. Amend Article 500.8, Equipment, Subsection A(3) to read as follows: 500.8 Equipment. [Existing text unchanged through Subsection A(2 . REV (3) Evidence acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction such as a manufacturer's self-evaluation or an engineering judgment signed and sealed by a qualified Registered licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas. Informational Note: Additional documentation for equipment may include certificates demonstrating compliance with applicable equipment standards, indicating special conditions of use, and other pertinent information. [The remainder of the section, through and including Subsection (G), remains unchanged.] Amend Section 505.7 Special Precaution, Subsection (A), Implementation of Zone Classification System, to read as follows: 505.7 Special Precaution. [Existing text unchanged.] (A) Implementation of Zone Classification System. Classification of areas, engineering and design, selection of equipment and wiring methods, installation, and inspection shall be performed by a qualified persons Registered licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas. [The remainder of the section, up through and including Subsection (Fj remains unchanged.l Amend Article 695.6, Power Whiner, Subsection (A).(1), Services and On-site Power Production Facilities, to read as follows 695.6 Power Wiring. [Existing text unchanged.] (A) SuIply Conductors. (1) Services and On-site Power Production Facilities. Service conductors and conductors supplied by on-site power production facilities shall be physically routed outside a building(s) and shall be installed as service -entrance conductors in accordance with 230.6, 230.9, and Parts 111 and IV of Article 230. Where supply conductors cannot be physically routed outside of buildings, the conductors shall be permitted to be routed through the building(s) where installed in accordance with 230.6(11 or (2l. [The remainder of the section, up through and including Subsection (J), remains unchanged.] 59 Amend Article 710.15, General, Subsection CA), Supply Output, to read as follows: 710.15 General. [Existing text unchanged.] (A) SuIply Output. Power supply to premises wiring systems fed by stand-alone or isolated microgrid power sources shall have adequate capacity to meet the calculated load in accordance with Article 220. [The remainder of the section, up through and including Subsection (G), remains unchanged. � 4.02.213 Repair of dangerous equipment and installations: disconnection of service. (a) When any electrical equipment is found by the electrical inspector to be dangerous to persons or property because it is defective or improperly installed, the person owning the electrical equipment shall be notified, in writing, and shall have any changes or repairs made, as required by the electrical inspector, which will place such equipment in safe condition. If such work is not completed within the period specified by the inspector in the notice, the inspector shall have the authority to disconnect or order the disconnection of electric service to the dangerous equipment. (b) If, in the judgment of the electrical inspector after inspection, any electrical installation is unsafe or dangerous to persons or property, the inspector shall have the power to cause such electrical installation to be disconnected from the source of electrical energy supplying the same, in which event he shall notify Oncor of such action. Thereafter. it shall be unlawful for any person to cause or permit electric current to be supplied to such electrical installation until the same has been made safe and the electrical inspector has issued a certificate of approval to that effect. § 4.02.214 Penalty. Persons who shall violate a provision of this code, fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or erect, install, alter or repair work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the code official, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not more than $2.000.00, and each and every day's continuance of any violation of the provisions of this code shall constitute and be deemed a separate offense. A violation of this code is a strict liability offense. § 4.02.215 through § 4.02.229. (Reserved)" Section 8. That Chapter 4, "Building Regulations," Article 4.02, "Construction Codes," Division 9, "Property Maintenance Code," Section 4.02.231, "Amendments," Subsection (1) shall be amended to read as follows: "§ 4.02.231 Amendments. The code adopted by section 4.02.230 is hereby amended as set forth in this section: (1) Section 102.7, historic buildings, shall be amended to add the following underlined text: The provisions of this code shall not be mandatory for existing buildings or structures designated as historic buildings where such buildings or structures are judged by the code official to be save and in the public interest of health, safety and welfare. Notwithstanding the provisions of this Section, all other design regulations of this licensing requirement of the rental properties shall apply, including registration and basic life safety requirement such as: smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, staircase handrails, electrical service conformity from meter base to panel, clutter obstructing exiting routes, and other such safety factors which do not constitute substantial structural alterations. (2) Section 109.4, violation penalties, shall be amended to read as follows: A person who shall violate a provision of this code or who fails to comply herewith or with any of the requirements hereof, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be fined in any some not to exceed two thousand dollars ($2.000.00). and each and every day's continuance of any violation of the provisions of this code shall constitute and be deemed a separate offense. Violations of this code shall be strict liability offenses." Section 9. That all provisions of the ordinances of the City of Paris, Texas in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed, and all other provisions of the ordinances of the City of Paris not in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance shall remain in full force and effect. Section 10. That the repeal of any ordinance or part of ordinances affected by the enactment of this ordinance shall not be construed as abandoning any action now pending under or by virtue of such ordinance or as discontinuing, abating, modifying, or altering any penalty accruing or to accrue, or as affecting any rights of the municipality under any section or provisions of any ordinance at the time of passage of this ordinance. Section 11. That it is the intention of the City Council of the City of Paris that this ordinance, and every provision hereof, shall be considered severable, and the invalidity or partial invalidity of any section, clause, or provisions of this ordinance shall not affect the validity of any other portion of this ordinance. Section 12. That any person violating any provision of this ordinance shall be guilty of a Misdemeanor, and upon conviction, shall be subject to a fine in accordance with provisions of Sec. 1.01.009 of the City of Paris Code of Ordinances, and each and every day's continuance of any violation of the above -enumerated sections shall constitute and be deemed a separate offense. 61 Section 13. That this ordinance shall become effective from and after its passage and publication as required by law. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 10th day of April, 2023. ATTEST: Janice Ellis, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: Stephanie H. Harris, City Attorney 62 Paula Portugal, Mayor