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PROHIBITING BURNING OF NOXIOUS
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL WITHIN THE
VILLAGE OF OAKBROOK, ILLINOIS
BE IT ORDAINED by the President and Board of Trustees of the
Village of Oakbrook, Du Page County, Illinois, as follows:
Section 1. The burning of refuse, paint, oil, animate matter,
automobile, building materials, debris, or any other noxious
combustible material within the corporate limits of the Village of
Oakbrook is hereby prohibited.
Section 2 . The following types of fires are permitted as an
exception -to the prohibitions of Section 1 hereof as:- follows:
A. Fires in conjunction with holiday and festive celebra-
tions or other special occasions, set and attended by
personnel capable in fire-fighting techniques, fire
containment, and the use of fire-fighting equipment.
This type of fire when ignited in the presence of
large crowds shall be allowed only by special permit
issued by the Oakbrook Fire Department.
B. Fires of lawn debris, including dried grass clippings
and leaves and fires of household wastepaper on the
premises of origin.
C. Burning of Dutch elm diseased trees in areas and
under conditions approved by the Oakbrook Fire
Department.
Section 3 . Any person, firm or corporation who violates the
provisions of this Ordinance shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and
fined not more than Five Hundred and No/100 Dollars ($500. 00) for
each offense. Each day upon which such violation continues shall
constitute a separate offense.
Section 4. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect
from and after its passage, approval, and publication as required
by law.
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ORDINANCE 2016-DEVSRVCS-BC-G-1084
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 1 AND 2 OF TITLE 10
OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF OAK BROOK
RELATING TO BUILDING AND FIRE CODES
WHEREAS, the Village President and Board of Trustees have heretofore established rules and
regulations for the construction, alteration, repair and conversions of building within the Village of Oak
Brook; and
WHEREAS, said provisions have been codified as Title 10 of the Village Code of the Village of
Oak Brook; and
WHEREAS, the Village President and Board of Trustees deem the amendment of said
regulations to be in the best interest of the public health, safety and welfare; and
WHEREAS, 65 ILCS 5/1-3-2 specifically authorizes the adoption of codes and public records by
reference; and
WHEREAS, the codes and portions thereof herein adopted have been filed in the office of the
Village Clerk and available for public use and inspection and have been on file for a period in excess of
30 days prior to the passage of this ordinance as required by Section 5/1-3-2 of Chapter 65 of the Illinois
Compiled Statutes;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF
THE VILLAGE OF OAK BROOK, DU PAGE AND COOK COUNTIES, ILLINOIS as follows:
Section 1:Recitals. The foregoing recitals are hereby incorporated into, and made a part of
this Ordinance as the findings of the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Oak Brook.
Section 2:Amendment to Chapters 1 and 2. That Chapters 1 and 2 of Title 10 of the Village
Code of the Village of Oak Brook are amended to read as set forth in the attached exhibits labeled Exhibit
A through D and incorporated herein by reference.
Section 3:Severability. If any provision of this Ordinance or part thereof is held invalid by a
court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions of this Ordinance shall remain in full force and
effect, and shall be interpreted, applied, and enforced so as to achieve, as near as may be, the purpose
and intent of this Ordinance to the greatest extent permitted by applicable law.
Section 4:Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its
passage, approval, and publication in the manner provided by law.
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APPROVED THIS 27th
day of September, 2016.
Gopal G. Lalmalani
Village President
PASSED THIS 271h day of September, 2016.
Ayes: Trustees Adler, Manzo, Mov, Tiesenga, Yusuf
Nays: None
Absent: Trustee Baar
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EXHIBIT A
Section 10-1-1:BUILDING CODES ADOPTED BY REFERENCE
A. INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE
2015 Edition, including appendix chapters A, C, E, F, G, I, and K(see International Building Code
section 101.2.1, 2015 edition), published by the International Code Council, Inc.
B. INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE
2015 Edition, including appendix chapters A, B, C, D, F, G, H, I, J, K, M, O, Q, R, S, T, and U
see International Residential Code section R101.2.1, 2015 edition), published by the
International Code Council, Inc.
C. INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE
2015 Edition, including appendix chapter A(see International Mechanical Code section 101.2.1,
2015 edition), published by the International Code Council, Inc.
D. ILLINOIS PLUMBING CODE, 77 III. Admin. Code 890 et seq., as may be amended.
E. NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE (NEC)
2014 Edition, published by the National Fire Protection Association
F. STATE OF ILLINOIS SAFETY CODE for ELEVATORS and ESCALATORS as follows:
a. AMERICAN SOCIETY of MECHANICAL ENGINEERS (ASME)
i. Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators (ASME A17.1-2013/CSA B44-2013)
and Performance-Based Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators (ASME
A17.1-2007/CSA B44.7 07);
ii. Guide for Inspection of Elevators, Escalators and Moving Walks (ASME A17.2-
2012);
iii. Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators (ASME A17.3-2005, but only
as required under section 35(h) and (i) of the Act and subsection (d) of this
Section;
iv. Safety Standards for Platform Lifts and Stairway Chairlifts. (ASME A18.1-21011)
v. Standard for Qualification of Elevator Inspectors (ASME QEI-1-2013)
b. AMERICAN SOCIETY of CIVIL ENGINEERS (ASCE)
AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS INSTITUTE (ANSI)
Automated People Mover Standards (ANSI/ASCE/T&DI 21-13).
G. INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE
2015 Edition, including appendix chapter A, published by the International Code Council, Inc.
H. ILLINOIS ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE
International Energy Conservation Code 2015 Edition, published by the International Code
Council, Inc. as adopted and amended by the state of Illinois.
I. INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE
2015 Edition, published by the International Code Council, Inc.
J. INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE
2015 Edition, including appendix chapters A, B, C, and D (see international fuel gas code section
101.3, 2015 edition), published by the International Code Council, Inc.
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2015 Edition, including appendix chapters A, B, C, and D (see international fuel gas code section
101.3, 2015 edition), published by the International Code Council, Inc.
K. INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE
2015 Edition, published by the International Code Council, Inc.
L. INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE
Those sections of the international plumbing code: 2015 edition, including appendix chapters C
and F, published by the International Code Council, Inc., which address subjects not expressly
governed by the state of Illinois plumbing code, 2014 edition, published by the Illinois Department
of Public Health.
A.International Building Code Amendments:
CHAPTER 1
ADMINISTRATION
101.1 Title. Is amended by inserting the words"village of Oak Brook, IL."
102.4 Referenced Codes And Standards. Is amended to read as follows:
The other codes listed in Sections 101.4.1 through 101.4.7 and referenced elsewhere in this code 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 referenced standards, the provisions of this
code shall apply. Where differences occur between provisions of this and any other provision of the
Village Code, the most restrictive provision shall apply.
103.2 Appointment. Is deleted in its entirety.
104.8 Liability. Delete reference to"member of the Board of Appeals."
105.1.1 Semi-Annual Permit A semi-annual permit is required for the installation and/or continuance of
boarding on a vacant building. The building official is authorized to approve additional permit(s)for
individual cases, upon application of the owner or the owner's authorized agent, providing that the
applicant demonstrates approved cause and provides an approved plan and timeframe for restoration or
demolition of the building. The details of action granting the additional permit(s) shall be recorded and
entered in the files of the department of building safety.
105.1.2 Annual Permit Records is deleted in its entirety.
105.2 Work exempt from permit. Exemptions from permit requirements of this code shall not be
deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this
code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. Permits shall not be required for the following:
Building:
1. One-story detached accessory structures, without foundations, used as tool and storage
sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 32 square feet
and the cubic volume does not exceed 256 cubic feet.
2. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets & counter tops (not associated with kitchen or
bath), and similar finish work with the condition that no structural, plumbing, or electrical
changes or alterations are associated with these activities.
3. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery.
4. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a one- or two-family occupancy that meet all of
the following:
a) Less than 24 inches (610 mm) deep, and do not exceed 2,500 gallons (9,462.5 L)-when
filled to the highest level that water can reach before it spills out,
b) There is no pump, filtration or mechanical circulation of the water, and
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c) Installed entirely above ground.
5. Swings and other playground equipment less than fifteen feet(15') in height above grade.
6. Nonfixed and movable fixtures, cases, racks, counters and partitions not over 5 feet 9 inches
1753 mm) in height.
7. Storm windows or storm doors installed over existing fenestration.
8. Retaining walls without integral stairways that are not over 30 inches in height measured from
the lowest adjacent grade to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge or impounding
Class I, II or IIIA liquids
Electrical:
1. Repairs and maintenance: Minor repair work, including the replacement of lamps or the
connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved permanently installed
receptacles.
2. Radio and television transmitting stations: The provisions of this code shall not apply to
electrical equipment used for radio and television transmissions, but do apply to equipment
and wiring for a power supply and the installations of towers and antennas.
1 Temporary testing systems: A permit shall not be required for the installation of any
temporary system required for the testing or servicing of electrical equipment or apparatus.
Gas:
1. Portable heating appliance.
2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make such
equipment unsafe.
Mechanical:
1. Portable heating appliance.
2. Portable ventilation equipment.
3. Portable cooling unit.
4. Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment regulated by this
code.
5. Replacement of any part that does not alter its approval or make it unsafe.
6. Portable evaporative cooler.
7. Self-contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds (5 kg) or less of refrigerant and
actuated by motors of 1 horsepower(746 W) or less.
Plumbing:
1. The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe, provided, however, that if any
concealed trap, drain pipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe becomes defective and it becomes
necessary to remove and replace the same with new material, such work shall be considered
as new work and a permit shall be obtained and inspection made as provided in this code.
2. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or fixtures and the
removal and reinstallation of water closets, provided such repairs do not involve or require
the replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes or fixtures.
Tents:
Tents and membrane structures having an area in excess of 400 square feet(37 m2) shall not be
erected, operated or maintained for any purpose without first obtaining a permit and approval
from the fire code official and building official
Exceptions:
1. Tents used exclusively for recreational camping purposes.
2. Tents open on all sides that comply with all of the following:
2.1. Individual tents having a maximum size of 700 square feet(65 m2).
2.2. The aggregate area of multiple tents placed side by side without a fire break
clearance of 12 feet(3658 mm), not exceeding 700 square feet(65 m2)total.
2.3. A minimum clearance of 12 feet(3658 mm) to all structures and other tents
2.4 Individual tents having an occupancy load of 49 or less-as calculated by Section
1004 of this code.
105.5 Expiration. Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work on the site authorized by
such permit is commenced within 90 days after its issuance, or if the work authorized on the site by such
permit is suspended or abandoned for a period of 90 days after the time the work is commenced. The
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building official is authorized to grant, in writing, one or more extensions of time. The extension shall be
requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated.
105.5.1 Permit Expiration. The building official is authorized to grant, in writing, one or more extensions
of time. The extension shall be requested in writing, prior to the expiration of the permit, and justifiable
cause demonstrated. If work is not completed after the expiration of the granted extension(s), the
applicant shall pay an additional permit fee of one-half ('/2) of the original permit fee and provide the
village with a new schedule for completion of demolition and/or new construction. This provision is in
addition to and does not negate the provisions of section 9-9-2A of this code.
105.5.2 Method for Determining Permit Expiration Date. Any 90 day period of validity shall
commence when the permit is issued, each time the work is inspected by the building official, or when an
extension is granted by the building official. If, at the end of any 90 day period, there has been no
subsequent request for inspection, or if an extension has not been granted, the permit shall become
permanently invalid and any and all permit fees and restoration/completion bond(s) with the Village of
Oak Brook for this project shall be forfeit. Forfeiture shall not constitute a waiver of the village's right to
collect from the applicant the amount of a deficiency in excess of the bond. The village shall retain the
right to use all legal and equitable remedies available to it for collection of such deficiency.
105.6.1 Suspended Permits. Permits may be suspended for no more than 60 days. Within that 60 day
period, the cause or reason for suspension shall be corrected to meet the requirements of this code, or
the building official shall revoke the permit. If the cause or reason for the suspension is corrected, the
building official shall reinstate the permit with the expiration timeframe starting on the date of
reinstatement. There shall be an administrative fee of 50% of the total permit fee(s) for each
reinstatement granted.
Exception: The administrative fee shall be waived if the suspension was due to no fault of the
applicant, owner, or their agent(s)."
105.6.2 Revoked Permits. Any permit which has been revoked shall become permanently invalid, any
and all fees and/or restoration/completion bond(s) with the Village of Oak Brook for this project shall be
forfeit. Forfeiture shall not constitute a waiver of the village's right to collect from the applicant the
amount of a deficiency in excess of the bond. The village shall retain the right to use all legal and
equitable remedies available to it for collection of such deficiency.
Exception: Permit fees and restoration/completion bond(s) for permits revoked due to no fault of
the applicant, owner, or fee remitter may be refunded. This provision shall not be construed to
allow refund of a bond while there are outstanding fees, charges or conditions needing to be
brought into compliance. This provision shall not be construed to allow for the refund of
application fees, plan review fees, inspection fees, engineering fees, or other expenses incurred
by the Village of Oak Brook."
105.7 Placement of permit. The building permit or copy shall be kept on the site of the work until the
completion of the project. The building permit or copy shall be prominently displayed in a location that is
visible and accessible to the public.
105.8 Completion of Work upon Which a Permit Has Expired or Been Revoked. A new permit shall
be required for completion and/or a certificate of occupancy. The outstanding work shall be reviewed
under the codes and ordinances adopted at the time of re-submittal. All fees and bonds shall be required
as for a new permit for the entire scope of the work.
105.8.1 Premises upon Which a Permit Has Expired or Been Revoked. The premises shall be
maintained in a safe and secure condition at all times.
105.8.2 New Permit Application. Once a permit has expired or been revoked, the responsible party
shall immediately commence a good faith effort to obtain the required permits, including the submittal of
construction plans, along with all fees and bonds within fifteen days (15 days) of expiration or revocation.
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If the submittals are not received within that fifteen (15) day period, an additional permit fee of one
hundred dollars ($100.00) per day shall be paid by the permittee for every day thereafter until the required
submittals are received. The requirement of permit(s)for completion and/or certificate of occupancy shall
not be utilized to preclude or be construed as a defense against other legal remedies available to satisfy
the intent of this code.
105.9 R-2 Permit holder qualifications. For permits in an R-2 occupancy, the owner, owner's
employee or contractor serving as the owner's representative shall demonstrate basic residential code
knowledge by passing the test for: National Standard General Building Contractor(A), National Standard
Building Contractor (B), or National Standard Residential Contractor (C) — as administered by the
International Code Council-or approved and tested equivalent, for the issuance and duration of the
permit. Failure to retain at least one required qualified person, in a supervisory role, on a project shall be
cause for immediate suspension of the permit pursuant to Section 105.6.1 of this code. Licensure as a
design professional shall not be considered equivalent.
Exceptions:
1. Projects where a design professional is not required by Section 107.1 of this code.
2. The building official is authorized to waive the qualification requirement for a project with a
total or remaining job cost less than $25,000, or qualifies for a Temporary Certificate of
Occupancy. This waiver may be revoked for cause where the building official finds multiple
and/or repeated violations of the Village of Oak Brook code in the project.
107.1 General. Submittal documents consisting of construction documents and other data shall be
submitted in two or more sets with each application for a permit. The construction documents shall be
prepared by a registered design professional. Where special conditions exist, the building official is
authorized to require additional construction documents to be prepared by a registered design
professional.
Exceptions:
a. The building official is authorized to waive the submission of construction documents and
other data not required to be prepared by a registered design professional if it is found that
the nature of the work applied for is such that reviewing of construction documents is not
necessary to obtain compliance with this code.
b. The building official is authorized to waive the requirement for construction document
preparation by a registered design professional where the cost of construction does not
exceed twenty five thousand dollars ($25,000)and the submittals are adequate to accurately
depict the proposed work.
c. The building official is authorized to waive the requirement for construction document
preparation by a registered design professional where the scope of the work is limited to:
1. Replacement without modification of existing doors and windows, electrical, mechanical
or plumbing fixtures,
2. Replacement of existing electrical, mechanical or plumbing fixtures,
3. Re-roofing that does not involve structural modifications,
4. Landscaping, patios, sidewalks, driveways, and flatwork that does not involve a change
of grade or addition of impervious surface.
5. Other similar activities as determined by the building official.
109.2 Schedule of permit fees On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical and plumbing
systems or alterations requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as those specified in Section
10-4-1 of this Code.
113 Board of Appeals is renamed "Appeals".
113.1 General. A person shall have the right to appeal a decision of the building official. For the purposes
of this Code, all appeals of decisions relating to this Code shall be referred to the Circuit Court of DuPage
County.
113.2 Limitations on authority. Is deleted in its entirety.
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113.3 Qualifications. Is deleted in its entirety.
114.4 Violation penalties. Any person who violates a provision of this Code or fails to comply with any of
the requirements thereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs a building or structure in violation of
the approved construction documents or directive of the building official, or of a permit or certificate
issued under the provisions of this Code, shall be subject to fines and penalties as those specified in
Section 1-3-1 of this Code.
115.2 Issuance.The stop work order shall be in writing and shall be given to the ownerof the property
involved, the owner's authorized agent, or the person performing the work, or posted in a conspicuous
place in or about the structure affected by such notice. Upon issuance of a stop work order, the cited work
shall immediately cease. The stop work order shall state the reason for the order and the conditions
under which the cited work will be permitted to resume.
CHAPTER
DEFINITIONS
Responsible party. Except as otherwise specified herein, the owner or the owner's designated agent
shall be responsible for the maintenance of buildings, structures and premises. In addition, any other
person or entity who may be reasonably considered to have a role or responsibility in the creation,
continuation, or correction of any violation of this code shall be a responsible party or additional
responsible party for such violation.
CHAPTER 9
FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS
903 Automatic Sprinkler Systems, is deleted and amended to read in its entirety as follows:
F] 903.1 General. Automatic sprinkler systems shall comply with this section as required by 2015
International Fire Code, Section 903, as adopted and amended by the Village of Oak Brook.
CHAPTER 14,
EXTERIOR WALLS
1408.4.1 EIFS Drainage. All EIFS shall have an average minimum drainage efficiency of 90 percent
when tested in accordance with the requirements of ASTM E 2273.
1408.5.1 Height Above Grade Height Above Grade Standard EIFS systems shall not be installed closer
than 8 feet to finished exterior grade.
CHAPTER 28
MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
2801.2 Exterior mechanical equipment to be screened. All exterior heating, air conditioning,
ventilating, generators, pool heaters, or other mechanical equipment shall be fully screened to prevent
view of the equipment from any point at the finished grade along any lot line of the lot on which the
equipment is located. Screening materials shall be as approved by the building official. Deciduous or
annual plants shall not be approved as screening materials."
2801.3 Interior mechanical equipment to be identified. Approved, 3-dimensional signage is required
for any of the following that are concealed by ceiling or access panel:
1. Smoke, Heat or Duct Detector
2. Disconnect
3. Air Handler
4. Electric Reheat
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CHAPTER 33
SAFEGUARDS DURING CONSTRUCTION,
3305.1 Facilities required. Sanitary facilities shall be provided during construction, remodeling or
demolition activities in accordance with the International Plumbing Code.
3306.1 Protection Required. Pedestrians shall be protected during construction, remodeling, excavation,
and demolition activities, and from premises deemed to present imminent danger as defined in the 2015
international property maintenance code, section 109.1 as required by this chapter and Table 3306.1.
Signs shall be provided to direct pedestrian traffic. Required protective measures shall remain in place
until the cause of need for such protection no longer exists, as determined by the building official.
Protection, greater than or equal to the minimum required by table 3306.1 shall form a complete and
continuous enclosure, wherever protection of any type is required.
Exceptions:
1. Construction, remodeling, excavation, or demolition activities with protection equal to or
greater than the requirements of this section, as determined and approved in writing by the
building official. Examples include a scope of work completely limited to the interior of a
structure and sites with existing or natural barriers that meet the intent of this section.
2. Construction, remodeling, excavation, or demolition activities that, by the scope or nature of
the work, would or could not be made substantially safer by the provision of such protection,
as determined and approved in writing by the building official.
3306.4 Construction Railings and Construction Fences. Construction railings shall be at least 42
inches (1067 mm) in height and shall be sufficient to direct pedestrians around construction areas.
3306.4.1 Construction Fence Design. Construction fences shall be designed to resist wind pressure as
specified in Chapter 16 and constructed as follows:
1. Construction fence shall be at least 72 inches in height and shall form a complete enclosure
around construction areas.
2. Construction fences shall be adequate to prevent nuisance. Screening shall be required if
dust or wind-blown debris is present.
3. Construction fences shall be firmly weighted to or anchored into the ground.
4. Gaps or openings in fences shall be protected by doors or gates which are normally kept
closed.
5. Doors or gates shall be at least the same height as the fence in which they are installed.
6. Doors or gates shall be kept locked when the site is unattended.
7. Construction fences shall be chain link or equal, as approved by the building official.
8. Construction fence shall be built and maintained in a workmanlike manner, with appropriate
connection methods. Sections joined with tie wires, cable ties, or similar fasteners shall be
rejected.
3306.5 Barriers. Barriers shall be a minimum of 8 feet(2438 mm) in height and shall be placed on the
side of the walkway nearest the construction and as required by this chapter and table 3306.1. Barriers
shall extend the entire length of the construction site where adjacent to the public way and as required by
this chapter and table 3306.1 at all other locations. Openings in such barriers shall be protected by doors
which are normally kept closed. Doors shall be kept locked when the site is unattended.
3306.9 Adjacent To Excavations. Every excavation shall be protected as required by this chapter and
table 3306.1. All protective structures shall be adequate to resist wind pressure as specified in chapter 16
of this code.
3307.2 Dust abatement. Every permit applicant shall provide a dust and debris containment and
abatement plan. The plan shall conform to all applicable environmental, safety, and health regulations,
laws, rules, and guidelines. The plan shall stipulate and provide for 100%containment within the
designated work zone. The plan shall be subject to approval by the building official and made part of the
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approved permit. The plan shall be in written form and kept on the jobsite for the full duration of the
permitted project. Failure to contain dust and/or debris shall be cause for immediate suspension of any or
all applicable permits and/or immediate prosecution.
Exception: Activities that, by the scope or nature of the work, would or could not be made
substantially safer by the provision of such protection, as determined and approved by the
building official.
Table 3306.1
PROTECTION OF PEDESTRIANS
Height Of Structure That Is Distance From Construction Minimum Type Of
Under Construction, Demolition, Structure To Lot Line Or Public Right Protection Required
Or Dangerous Of Way
Less than 5 feet Construction fences
8 feet or less
5 feet or more I Construction railings
More than 8 feet Lesstthan one-half the height of Barrier and covered
onsruction walkway
More than 8 feet Between one-half of and the height of Barrier
construction
More than 8 feet Exceeding the height of construction Construction fences
Depth Of Excavation Distance From Excavation to Lot Minimum Type Of
Line Or Public Right Of Way Protection Required
Less than 5 feet Construction railings
30 inches or less
5 feet or more As required by the
building official
More than 30 inches Any Construction fences
CHAPTER 34
SPECIAL PIPING AND STORAGE SYSTEMS
SECTION 3401
GENERAL
3401.1 Scope.
The provisions of this chapter shall govern the design and installation of piping and storage systems for
nonflammable medical gas systems and nonmedical oxygen systems. All maintenance and operations of
such systems shall be in accordance with the International Fire Code.
SECTION 3402
MEDICAL GASES
F] 3402.1 nonflammable medical gases.
Nonflammable medical gas systems, inhalation anesthetic systems and vacuum piping systems shall be
designed and installed in accordance with NFPA 99.
Exceptions:
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1. This section shall not apply to portable systems or cylinder storage.
2. Vacuum system exhaust terminations shall comply with the International Mechanical Code.
SECTION 3403
OXYGEN SYSTEMS
F] 3403.1 Design and installation.
Nonmedical oxygen systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with NFPA 55 and NFPA 51
CHAPTER 36
STORM DRAINAGE
SECTION 3601
GENERAL
3601.1 Scope.The provisions of this chapter shall govern the materials, design, construction and
installation of storm drainage.
3601.2 Disposal. Rainwater from roofs and storm water from paved areas, yards, courts and courtyards
shall drain to an approved place of disposal. For one-and two-family dwellings, and where approved,
storm water is permitted to discharge onto flat areas, such as streets or lawns, provided that the storm
water flows away from the building.
3601.3 Prohibited drainage. Storm water shall not be drained into sewers intended for sewage only.
3601.4 Tests.The conductors and the building storm drain shall be tested in accordance with Section
312 of the 2015 International Plumbing Code.
3601.5 Change in size.The size of a drainage pipe shall not be reduced in the direction of flow.
3601.6 Fittings and connections.All connections and changes in direction of the storm drainage system
shall be made with approved drainage-type fittings in accordance with Code Table 706.3 of the 2015
International Plumbing Code. The fittings shall not obstruct or retard flow in the system.
3601.7 Roof design. Roofs shall be designed for the maximum possible depth of water that will pond
thereon as determined by the relative levels of roof deck and overflow weirs, scuppers, edges or
serviceable drains in combination with the deflected structural elements. In determining the maximum
possible depth of water, all primary roof drainage means shall be assumed to be blocked. The maximum
possible depth of water on the roof shall include the height of the water required above the inlet of the
secondary roof drainage means to achieve the required flow rate of the secondary drainage means to
accommodate the design rainfall rate as required by Section 3606.
3601.8 Cleanouts required. Cleanouts shall be installed in the storm drainage system and shall comply
with the provisions of the of the 2015 International Plumbing Code for sanitary drainage pipe cleanouts.
Exception: Subsurface drainage system.
3601.9 Backwater valves. Storm drainage systems shall be provided with backwater valves as required
for sanitary drainage systems in accordance with Section 715 of the 2015 International Plumbing Code.
SECTION 3602
MATERIALS
3602.1 General.The materials and methods utilized for the construction and installation of storm
drainage systems shall comply with this section and the applicable provisions of Chapter 7 of the 2015
International Plumbing Code.
3602.2 Inside storm drainage conductors. Inside storm drainage conductors installed above ground
shall conform to one of the standards listed in Table 702.1 of the 2015 International Plumbing Code.
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3602.3 Underground building storm drain pipe. Underground building storm drain pipe shall conform
to one of the standards listed in Table 702.2 of the 2015 International Plumbing Code.
3602.4 Building storm sewer pipe. Building storm sewer pipe shall conform to one of the standards
listed in Table 3602.4.
TABLE 3206.4
BUILDING STORM SEWER PIPE
MATERIAL STANDARD
Cast-iron pipe ASTM A 74; ASTM A 888;
CISPI 301
Concrete pipe ASTM C 14; ASTM C 76;
CSA A257.1 M; CSA A257.210
Copper or copper-alloy ASTM B 75; ASTM B 88;
tubing (Type K, L, M or ASTM B 251; ASTM B 306
DWV
Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) ASTM D 2665; ASTM D 3034;
plastic pipe (Type DWV, ASTM F 891; CSA B182.4;
SDR26, SDR35, SDR41, CSA B181.2; CSA 8182.2
PS50 or PS 100)
Vitrified clay pipe ASTM C 4; ASTM C 700
3602.5 Subsoil drain pipe. Subsoil drains shall be open jointed, horizontally split or perforated pipe
conforming to one of the standards listed in Table 3602.5.
TABLE 3602.5
SUBSOIL DRAIN PIPE
MATERIAL STANDARD
Cast-iron pipe ASTM A 74; ASTM A 888;
CISPI 301
Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) ASTM D 2665; ASTM D 3034;
plastic pipe (Type DWV, ASTM F 891; CSA 8182.4;
SDR26, SDR35, SDR41, CSA B181.2; CSA 8182.2
PS50 or PS100)
Stainless steel drainage systems, ASME A 112.3.1
Type 316L
Vitrified clay pie ASTM C 4; ASTM C 700
3602.6 Roof Drains. Roof drains shall conform to ASME Al 12.6.4 or ASME Al 12.3.1.
3602.7 Fittings. Pipe fittings shall be approved for installation with the piping material installed, and shall
conform to the respective pipe standards or one of the standards listed in Table 3602.7. The fittings shall
not have ledges, shoulders or reductions capable of retarding or obstructing flow in the piping. Threaded
drainage pipe fittings shall be of the recessed drainage type.
TABLE 3602.7
PIPE FITTINGS
MATERIAL STANDARD
Cast-iron ASME B16.4; ASME B16.12;
ASTM A 888; CISPI 301;
ASTM A 74
Coextruded composite PVC ASTM D 2665; ASTM D 3311;
DWV Schedule 40 IPS-DR, ASTM F 891
PS140, PS200 solid only)
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Coextruded composite PVC ASTM D 3034
sewer and drain DR-PS in
PS35, PS50, PS100, PS140,
PS200
Copper or copper-alloy ASME B16.15; ASME 616.18;
ASME 1316.22; ASME 1316.23;
ASME B16.26; ASME B16.29
Gray iron and ductile iron AWWA C110/A21.10
Malleable iron ASME 1316.3
Plastic, general ASTM F 409
Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) ASTM D 2665; ASTM D 3311;
Plastic ASTM F 1866
Steel ASME 1316.9; ASME 1316.11;
ASME B16.28
Stainless steel drainage ASME Al 12.3.1
systems, Type 316L
SECTION
3603 TRAPS
Reserved
SECTION 3604
CONDUCTORS AND CONNECTIONS
3604.1 Prohibited use. Conductor pipes shall not be used as soil, waste or vent pipes, and soil, waste or
vent pipes shall not be used as conductors.
3604.2 Floor drains. Floor drains shall not be connected to a storm drain.
SECTION 3605
ROOF DRAINS
3605.1 General. Roof drains shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. The
inside opening for the roof drain shall not be obstructed by the roofing membrane material.
3605.2 Roof drain flow rate.The published roof drain flow rate, based on the head of water above the
roof drain, shall be used to size the storm drainage system in accordance with Section 3606. The flow
rate used for sizing the storm drainage piping shall be based on the maximum anticipated ponding at the
roof drain.
SECTION 3606
SIZE OF CONDUCTORS, LEADERS AND STORM DRAINS
3606.1 General.The size of the vertical conductors and leaders, building storm drains, building storm
sewers and any horizontal branches of such drains or sewers shall be based on the 100-year hourly
rainfall rate of four inches (4").
3606.2 Size of storm drain piping.Vertical and horizontal storm drain piping shall be sized based on the
flow rate through the roof drain. The flow rate in storm drain piping shall not exceed that specified in Table
3606.2.
TABLE 3606.2
STORM DRAIN PIPE SIZING
PIPE SIZE CAPACITY( .p.m)
inches) VERTICAL SLOPE OF HORIZONTAL DRAIN
DRAIN 1/16 inch per 1/8 inch per 1/4 inch per 1/2 inch per
foot foot foot foot
2 34 15 22 31 44
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3 87 39 55 79 111
4 180 81 115 163 231
5 311 117 165 234 331
6 538 243 344 487 689
8 1.117 505 714 1,010 1,429
10 2,050 927 1,311 1,855 2,623
12 3,272 1,480 2,095 2,960 4,187
15 5,543 2,508 3,456 5,016 7,093
3606.3 Vertical leader sizing.Vertical leaders shall be sized based on the flow rate from horizontal
gutters or the maximum flow rate through roof drains. The flow rate through vertical leaders shall not
exceed that specified in Table 3606.3.
TABLE 3606.3
VERTICAL LEADER SIZING
SIZE OF CAPACITY
LEADER g.p.m)
inches)
2 30
2 x 2 30
11/2 x 21/2 30
21/2 54
21/2 x 21/2 54
3 92
2 x 4 92
21/2 x 3 92
4 192
3 x 41/4 192
31/2 x 4 192
5 360
4 x 5 360
41/2 x 41/2 360
6 563
5 x 6 563
51/2 x 51/2 563
8 1208
6 x 8 1208
3606.4 Vertical walls. In sizing roof drains and storm drainage piping, one-half of the area of any vertical
wall that diverts rainwater to the roof shall be added to the projected roof area for inclusion in calculating
the required size of vertical conductors, leaders and horizontal storm drainage piping.
3606.5 Parapet wall scupper location. Parapet wall roof drainage scupper and overflow scupper
location shall comply with the requirements of Section 1503.4 of the International Building Code.
3606.6 Size of roof gutters. Horizontal gutters shall be sized based on the flow rate from the roof
surface. The flow rate in horizontal gutters shall not exceed that specified in Table 3606.6.
TABLE 3606.6
HORIZONTAL GUTTER SIZING
GUTTER DIMENSIONSa SLOPE CAPACITY
inches) inch per foot) g.p.m)
11/2 x 21/2 26
11/2 x 21/2 Y2 40
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4 1/8 39
21/4x3 Y4 55
21/4x3 87
5 1/8 74
4 x 21/2 Y4 106
3 x 31/2 z 156
6 1/8 110
3 x 5 4 157
3 x 5 a 225
8 1/16 172
8 1/8 247
41/2 x 6 Y4 348
41/2 x 6 Y 494
10 1/16 331
10 1/8 472
5 x 8 4 651
4 x 10 2 1055
a. Dimensions are width by depth for rectangular shapes. Single dimensions are diameters of a
semicircle.
SECTION 3607
SIPHONIC ROOF DRAINAGE SYSTEMS
3607.1 General. Siphonic roof drains and drainage systems shall be designed in accordance with ASME
Al 12.6.9 and ASPE 45.
SECTION 3608
SECONDARY(EMERGENCY) ROOF DRAINS
3608.1 Secondary(emergency overflow)drains or scuppers.Where roof drains are required,
secondary(emergency overflow) roof drains or scuppers shall be provided where the roof perimeter
construction extends above the roof in such a manner that water will be entrapped if the primary drains
allow buildup for any reason. Where primary and secondary roof drains are manufactured as a single
assembly, the inlet and outlet for each drain shall be independent.
3608.2 Separate systems required. Secondary roof drain systems shall have the end point of discharge
separate from the primary system. Discharge shall be above grade, in a location that would normally be
observed by the building occupants or maintenance personnel.
3608.3 Sizing of secondary drains. Secondary(emergency) roof drain systems shall be sized in
accordance with Section 3606 based on the rainfall rate for which the primary system is sized. Scuppers
shall be sized to prevent the depth of ponding water from exceeding that for which the roof was designed
as determined by Section 3601.7. Scuppers shall have an opening dimension of not less than 4 inches
102 mm). The flow through the primary system shall not be considered when sizing the secondary roof
drain system.
SECTION 3609
COMBINED SANITARY ANDSTORM PUBLIC SEWER
3609.1 General. Combined sanitary and storm sewer shall be prohibited.
SECTION 3610
CONTROLLED FLOW ROOF DRAIN SYSTEMS
3610.1 General.The roof of a structure shall be designed for the storage of water where the storm
drainage system is engineered for controlled flow. The controlled flow roof drain system shall be an
engineered system in accordance with this section and the design, submittal, approval, inspection and
testing requirements of Section 105.4. The controlled flow system shall be designed based on the
required rainfall rate in accordance with Section 3606.1.
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3610.2 Control devices.The control devices shall be installed so that the rate of discharge of water per
minute shall not exceed the values for continuous flow as indicated in Section 3610.1.
3610.3 Installation. Runoff control shall be by control devices. Control devices shall be protected by
strainers.
3610.4 Minimum number of roof drains. Not less than two roof drains shall be installed in roof areas
10,000 square feet(929 m2) or less and not less than four roof drains shall be installed in roofs over
10,000 square feet(929 m2) in area.
SECTION 3636
SUBSOIL DRAINS
3611.1 Subsoil drains. Subsoil drains shall be open jointed, horizontally split or perforated pipe
conforming to one of the standards listed in Table 3602.5. Such drains shall not be less than 4 inches
102 mm) in diameter. Where the building is subject to backwater, the subsoil drain shall be protected by
an accessibly located backwater valve. Subsoil drains shall discharge to a trapped area drain, sump, dry
well or approved location above ground. The subsoil sump shall not be required to have either a gas-tight
cover or a vent. The sump and pumping system shall comply with Section 3613.1.
SECTION 3612
BUILDING SUBDRAINS
3612.1 Building subdrains. Building subdrains located below the public sewer level shall discharge into
a sump or receiving tank, the contents of which shall be automatically lifted and discharged into the
drainage system as required for building sumps. The sump and pumping equipment shall comply with
Section 3613.1.
SECTION 3613
SUMPS AND PUMPING SYSTEMS
3613.1 Pumping system. The sump pump, pit and discharge piping shall conform to Sections 3613.1.1
through 3613.1.4.
3613.1.1 Pump capacity and head. The sump pump shall be of a capacity and head appropriate to
anticipated use requirements.
3613.1.2 Sump pit.The sump pit shall be not less than 18 inches(457 mm) in diameter and not less than
24 inches(610 mm) in depth, unless otherwise approved. The pit shall be accessible and located such
that all drainage flows into the pit by gravity. The sump pit shall be constructed of tile, steel, plastic, cast
iron, concrete or other approved material, with a removable cover adequate to support anticipated loads
in the area of use. The pit floor shall be solid and provide permanent support for the pump.
3613.1.3 Electrical. Electrical service outlets, when required, shall meet the requirements of NFPA 70.
3613.1.4 Piping. Discharge piping shall meet the requirements of Section 3602.2, 3602.3 or 3602.4 and
shall include a gate valve and a full flow check valve. Pipe and fittings shall be the same size as, or larger
than, the pump discharge tapping.
Exception: In one-and two-family dwellings, only a check valve shall be required, located on the
discharge piping from the pump or ejector.
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International Residential Code Amendments
CHAPTER1
ADMINISTRATION
R101.1 Title. Is amended by inserting the words"Village of Oak Brook, IL."
R102.4 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this Code 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 referenced standards, the provisions of this code
shall apply. Where differences occur between provisions of this and any other provision of the Village
Code, the most restrictive provision shall apply.
Exception:Where enforcement of a code provision would violate the conditions of the listing of
the equipment or appliance, the conditions of the listing and manufacturer's instructions shall
apply.
R105.1.1 Annual Permit An annual permit is required for the installation and/or continuance of boarding
on a vacant building. The building official is authorized to approve additional permit(s) for individual
cases, upon application of the owner or the owner's authorized agent, providing that the applicant
demonstrates approved cause and provides an approved plan and timeframe for restoration or demolition
of the building. The details of action granting the additional permit(s) shall be recorded and entered in the
files of the department of building safety.
R105.2 Work exempt from permit. Exemptions from permit requirements of this code shall not be
deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this
code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. Permits shall not be required for the following:
Building:
1. One-story detached accessory structures, without foundations, used as tool and storage
sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 32 square feet
and the cubic volume does not exceed 256 cubic feet.
2. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, and cabinets & counter tops (not associated with kitchen
or bath), and similar finish work with the condition that no structural, plumbing, or electrical
changes or alterations are associated with these activities.
3. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery.
4. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a one- or two-family occupancy that meet all of
the following:
a) Less than 24 inches (610 mm) deep, and do not exceed 2,500 gallons(9,462.5 L)-when
filled to the highest level that water can reach before it spills out,
b) There is no pump, filtration or mechanical circulation of the water, and
c) Installed entirely above ground.
5. Swings and other playground equipment less than fifteen feet(15') in height above grade.
6. Storm windows or storm doors installed over existing fenestration.
7. Retaining walls without integral stairways that are not over 30 inches in height measured from
the lowest adjacent grade to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge."
Electrical:
1. Listed cord-and-plug connected temporary decorative lighting.
2. Reinstallation of attachment plug receptacles but not the outlets therefor.
3. Replacement of branch circuit overcurrent devices of the required capacity in the same
location.
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4. Listed cord-and-plug connected electrical wiring, devices, appliances, apparatus or
equipment operating at less than 25 volts, not capable of supplying more than 50 watts of
energy, and not utilized for fire, smoke, heat or carbon monoxide detection or alarm.
5. Minor repair work, including the replacement of lamps or the connection of approved
portable electrical equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles.
Gas:
1. Portable heating, cooking or clothes drying appliances.
2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make such
equipment unsafe.
3. Portable-fuel-cell appliances that are not connected to a fixed piping system and are not
interconnected to a power grid.
Mechanical:
1. Portable heating appliances.
2. Portable ventilation appliances.
3. Portable cooling units.
4. Steam, hot-or chilled-water piping within any heating or cooling equipment regulated by this
code.
5. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make such
equipment unsafe.
6. Portable evaporative coolers.
7. Self-contained refrigeration systems containing 10 pounds (4.54 kg) or less of refrigerant or
that are actuated by motors of 1 horsepower(746 W) or less.
8. Portable-fuel-cell appliances that are not connected to a fixed piping system and are not
interconnected to a power grid.
Plumbing:
1. The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe; provided, however, that if any
concealed trap, drainpipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe becomes defective and it becomes
necessary to remove and replace the same with new material, such work shall be considered
as new work and a permit shall be obtained and inspection made as provided in this code.
2. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or fixtures, and the
removal and reinstallation of water closets, provided such repairs do not involve or require
the replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes or fixtures.
Tents:
Tents and membrane structures having an area in excess of 400 square feet(37 m2)shall not be
erected, operated or maintained for any purpose without first obtaining a permit and approval
from the fire code official and building official.
Exceptions:
1. Tents used exclusively for recreational camping purposes.
2. Tents open on all sides that comply with all of the following:
2.1. Individual tents having a maximum size of 700 square feet(65 m2).
2.2. The aggregate area of multiple tents placed side by side without a fire break
clearance of 12 feet(3658 mm), not exceeding 700 square feet(65 m)total.
2.3. A minimum clearance of 12 feet(3658 mm)to all structures and other tents
2.4 Individual tents having an occupancy load of 49 or less-as calculated by Section
1004 of this code.
R105.5 Expiration. Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work authorized by such permit
is commenced within 90 days after its issuance, or if the work authorized by such permit is suspended or
abandoned for a period of 90 days after the time the work is commenced. The building official is
authorized to grant, in writing, one or more extensions of time, for periods not more than 90 days each.
The extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated.
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R105.5.1 Permit Expiration. The building official is authorized to grant, in writing, one or more
extensions of time. The extension shall be requested in writing, prior to the expiration of the permit, and
justifiable cause demonstrated. If work is not completed after the expiration of the granted extension(s),
the applicant shall pay an additional permit fee of one-half ('/z) of the original permit fee and provide the
village with a new schedule for completion. This provision is in addition to and does not negate the
provisions of section 9-9-2A of this code."
R105.5.2 Method for Determining Permit Expiration Date. Any 90 day period of validity shall
commence when the permit is issued, each time the work is inspected by the building official, or an
extension is granted by the building official. If, at the end of any 90 day period, there has been no
subsequent request for inspection, or if an extension has not been granted, the permit shall become
permanently invalid and any and all permit fees and restoration/completion bond(s) with the Village of
Oak Brook for this project shall be forfeit. Forfeiture shall not constitute a waiver of the village's right to
collect from the applicant the amount of a deficiency in excess of the bond. The village shall retain the
right to use all legal and equitable remedies available to it for collection of such deficiency.
R105.6.1 Suspended Permits. Permits may be suspended for no more than 60 days. Within that 60 day
period, the cause or reason for suspension shall be corrected to meet the requirements of this code, or
the building official shall revoke the permit. If the cause or reason for the suspension is corrected, the
building official shall reinstate the permit with the expiration timeframe starting on the date of
reinstatement. There shall be an administrative fee of 50% of the total permit fee(s) for each
reinstatement granted.
Exception: The administrative fee shall be waived if the suspension was due to no fault of the
applicant, owner, or their agent(s).
R105.6.2 Revoked or Expired Permits. Any permit which has been revoked or expired shall become
permanently invalid, any and all fees and/or restoration/completion bond(s) with the Village of Oak Brook
for this project shall be forfeit. Forfeiture shall not constitute a waiver of the village's right to collect from
the applicant the amount of a deficiency in excess of the bond. The village shall retain the right to use all
legal and equitable remedies available to it for collection of such deficiency.
Exception: Permit fees and restoration/completion bond(s) for permits revoked due to no fault of
the applicant, owner, or fee remitter may be refunded. This provision shall not be construed to
allow refund of a bond while there are outstanding fees, charges or conditions needing to be
brought into compliance. This provision shall not be construed to allow for the refund of
application fees, plan review fees, inspection fees, engineering fees, or other expenses incurred
by the Village of Oak Brook."
R105.7 Placement of permit. The building permit or copy shall be kept on the site of the work until the
completion of the project. The building permit or copy shall be prominently displayed in a location that is
accessible to the public.
R105.8 Completion of Work upon Which a Permit Has Been Revoked or Expired. A new permit shall
be required for completion and/or a certificate of occupancy. The outstanding work shall be reviewed
under the codes and ordinances adopted at the time of re-submittal. All fees and bonds shall be required
as for a new permit for the entire scope of the work.
R105.8.1 Premises upon Which a Permit Has Been Revoked or Expired. The premises shall be
maintained in a safe and secure condition at all times.
R105.8.2 New Permit Application. Once a permit has been revoked or expired, the responsible party
shall immediately commence a good faith effort to obtain the required permits, including the submittal of
construction plans, along with all fees and bonds within fifteen days (15 days) of expiration or revocation.
If the submittals are not received within that fifteen (15) day period, an additional permit fee of one
hundred dollars($100.00) per day shall be paid by the permittee for every day thereafter until the required
submittals are received. The requirement of permit(s)for completion and/or certificate of occupancy shall
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not be utilized to preclude or be construed as a defense against other legal remedies available to satisfy
the intent of this code."
R105.10 Permit holder qualifications. For new construction as defined and regulated by this code, the
owner, owner's employee, or contractor serving as the owner's representative shall demonstrate basic
residential code knowledge by passing the test for: National Standard General Building Contractor (A),
National Standard Building Contractor (B), or National Standard Residential Contractor (C) — as
administered by the International Code Council-or approved and tested equivalent, for the issuance and
duration of the permit. Failure to retain at least one required qualified person, in a supervisory role, on a
project shall be cause for immediate suspension of the permit pursuant to Section R105.6.1 of this code.
Licensure as a design professional shall not be considered equivalent.
Exception: For detached single-family dwellings, the building official is authorized to waive the
qualification requirement for a project with a total or remaining job cost less than $100,000, or
qualifies for a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy. This waiver may be revoked for cause where
the building official finds multiple and/or repeated violations of the Village of Oak Brook code in
the project.
R106.1 Submittal documents. Submittal documents consisting of construction documents and other
data shall be submitted in two or more sets with each application for a permit. The construction
documents shall be prepared by a registered design professional. Where special conditions exist, the
building official is authorized to require additional construction documents to be prepared by a registered
design professional.
Exceptions: The building official is authorized to waive the submission of construction
documents and other data not required to be prepared by a registered design professional if it is
found that the nature of the work applied for is such that reviewing of construction documents is
not necessary to obtain compliance with this code.
a. The building official is authorized to waive the requirement for construction document
preparation by a registered design professional where the cost of construction does not
exceed twenty five thousand dollars ($25,000) and the submittals are adequate to accurately
depict the proposed work.
b. The building official is authorized to waive the requirement for construction document
preparation by a registered design professional where the scope of the work is limited to:
1. Replacement without modification of existing doors and windows, electrical, mechanical
or plumbing fixtures,
2. Replacement of existing electrical, mechanical or plumbing fixtures,
3. Re-roofing that does not involve structural modifications,
4. Landscaping, patios, sidewalks, driveways, and flatwork that does not involve a change
of grade or addition of impervious surface.
5. Other similar activities as determined by the building official.
R108.2 Schedule of permit fees. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical and plumbing
systems or alterations requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as those specified in Section
10-4-1 of this Code.
R112 APPEALS.
R112.1 Appeals.A person shall have the right to appeal a decision of the building official. For the
purposes of this Code, all appeals of decisions relating to this Code shall be referred to the Circuit Court
of DuPage County.
Delete Subsections R112.2 through R112.4.
R113.4 Violation penalties. Any person who violates a provision of this Code or fails to comply with any
of the requirements thereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs a building or structure in violation
of the approved construction documents or directive of the building official, or of a permit or certificate
issued under the provisions of this Code, shall be subject to fines and penalties as those specified in
Section 1-3-1 of this Code.
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R114.1 Notice to owner. Upon notice from the building official that work on any building or structure is
being prosecuted contrary to the provisions of this code or in an unsafe and dangerous manner, such
work shall be immediately stopped. The stop work order shall be in writing and shall be given to the
owner of the property involved, or to the owner's agent or to the person doing the work, or posted in a
conspicuous place in or about the structure affected by such notice, and shall state the reason for the
order and the conditions under which work will be permitted to resume.
R115 SAFEGUARDS DURING CONSTRUCTION. Safeguards during construction shall be as required
by Chapter 33 of the International Building Code as adopted and amended in this Code.
CHAPTER
DEFINITIONS
New Construction. For the purposes of determining automatic fire sprinkler protection requirements in
Section R313, and contractor qualification requirements in Section R105.10, "New Construction" shall
include the following:
1. Any completely new structure,
2. Any addition that adds above grade floor space equal to or greater than 75% of the existing
building footprint,
3. Any alteration or addition where 75% or greater of the existing first floor exterior wall
perimeter and/or first floor structure is removed, or
4. Any alteration or addition where the newly constructed first floor wall perimeter is equal to
75% or greater of the entire first floor wall perimeter prior to construction.
Responsible Party. Except as otherwise specified herein, the owner or the owner's designated agent
shall be responsible for the maintenance of buildings, structures and premises. In addition, any other
person or entity who may be reasonably considered to have a role or responsibility in the creation,
continuation, or correction of any violation of this code shall be a responsible party or additional
responsible party for such violation.
CHAPTER
BUILDING PLANNING
Table R301.2 (1)
Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria
GROUND SNOW LOAD 25 LB/FT
ULTIMATE WIND DESIGN 115 MPH*
SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY B
WEATHERING SEVERE
FROST
LINE 42"
SUBJECT TO DAMAGE FROM DEPTH
MODERATE
TERMITE TO
SEVERE
WINTER DESIGN TEMPERATURE 4o F, 97%%
SUMMER DESIGN TEMPERATURE 89oF Dry Bulb, 2%%
76oF Wet Bulb, 2 '/2%
ICE BARRIER UNDERLAYMENT REQUIRED
FIRM#170214
FLOOD HAZARDS PANELS 0606H-0609H
12/16/2004
AIR FREEZING INDEX 1543 (-F-Days)
ANNUAL MEAN TEMPERATURE 49.4-F
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HEATING DEGREE DAYS (HDD) 6,155
COOLING DEGREE DAYS (CDD) 942
CLIMATE ZONE 5A
INDOOR DESIGN CONDITIONS MAX.72+-HEATING
MIN. 75oF-COOLING
100-YEAR HOURLY RAINFALL RATE 4"
ULTIMATE DESIGN WIND SPEED replaces BASIC WIND SPEED as found in earlier editions.
Although the values are different, there is very little practical difference in the design or
construction requirements.
R302.12 Draftstopping In combustible construction where there is usable space both above and below
the concealed space of a floor-ceiling assembly, draftstops shall be installed so that the area of the
concealed space does not exceed 500 square feet(92.9 m2) or have a dimension of more than 25 feet in
any direction. Draftstopping shall divide the concealed space into approximately equal areas. Where the
assembly is enclosed by a floor membrane above and a ceiling membrane below, draftstopping shall be
provided in floor-ceiling assemblies under the following circumstances:
1. Ceiling is suspended under the floor framing.
2. Floor framing is constructed of prefabricated wood 1-joists, truss-type open-web, perforated
members or similar construction.
R304.1 Minimum area. Habitable rooms shall have a floor area of not less than 70 square feet(6.5 m2).
Every living room shall contain at least 120 square feet(11.2 m2)and every bedroom shall contain a
minimum of 70 square feet(6.5 m2) and every bedroom occupied by more than one person shall contain
a minimum of 50 square feet(4.6 m2) of floor area for each occupant thereof.
Exception: Kitchens.
R310.6 Conversion into habitable space. When any area previously not approved or utilized as
habitable space is converted into and/or utilized as habitable space- regardless of the amount of
construction work done in this area- it shall be considered as reconstruction and be subject to the
requirements of this chapter and the provisions of Section R310 of this code."
R310.7 Conversion into a sleeping room. When any area previously not approved or utilized as a
sleeping room is converted into and/or utilized as a sleeping room- regardless of the amount of
construction work that was or was not done in this conversion or change of utilization- it shall be subject
to all requirements for new construction of a sleeping room as found in this code."
R310.8 Egress from highest habitable space.Where residential building heights exceed thirty feet
30'), the highest space that meets the criteria of Sections R304, R305 & R311.4 for habitable space shall
have an emergency escape and rescue opening in compliance with Section R310 at a maximum
elevation of thirty two feet(32') above grade. This section shall be applied regardless of the usage
designation on the construction documents, including "storage"or"bonus" rooms.
R311.7.8.1 Height. Handrail height, measured above stair tread nosings, or finish surface of ramp slope,
shall be uniform, not less than 34 inches (864 mm)and not more than 38 inches
965 mm). Handrail height of alternating tread devices and ships ladders, measured above tread nosings,
shall be uniform, not less than 30 inches(762 mm) and not more than 34 inches (864 mm)."
Section R312.1 Guards shall be located along open-sided walking surfaces, including stairs, ramps and
landings, permanent benches or other walkable horizontal planes-4 inches or greater in width, measured
perpendicular to the open side- that are that are located more than 30 inches (762 mm) measured
vertically to the floor or grade below at any point within 36 inches (914 mm) horizontally to the edge of the
open side. Insect screening shall not be considered as a guard.
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R313.3 Notification devices required. The following notification devices shall be required on all new
and/or modified automatic sprinkler systems installed to comply with this code:
1. A listed and approved exterior audio visual notification device shall be installed at an
approved location that is readily visible from the public way.
Exception: The code official may approve an alternate location if it is technically
infeasible to install the device where it is readily visible from the public way and the
proposed location provides substantially equivalent notification.
2. Listed and approved device(s) shall be installed to provide audible notification throughout the
residence. For notification device(s) affixed to HVAC systems, a separate device shall be
utilized for each HVAC system.
3. Each automatic fire sprinkler system shall have a listed and approved water flow detection
device that is monitored by an approved agency.
4. Each control valve shall be supervised by a listed and approved switch that is monitored by
an approved agency.
R314 Smoke alarms is amended by the addition of the following section:
Additional Locations. In addition to the locations specified in R 314.3, 200°F heat detectors shall be
installed in the following locations:
1. In each attic area that is provided with access as required in Section R807.
2. In each attached garage.
CHAPTER5
FLOORS
R506 CONCRETE FLOORS (ON GROUND),PATIOS, SIDEWALKS, APRONS AND DRIVEWAYS.
R506.1 General. Concrete slab-on-ground floors, patios, sidewalks, aprons, and driveways shall be
designed and constructed in accordance with the provisions of this section or ACI 332. Floors, patios,
sidewalks, aprons and driveways shall be a minimum 3 '/ inches (89mm) thick. The specified
compressive strength of concrete shall be as set forth in Section R402.2.
CHAPTER 7
WALL COVERING
R703.1 General. Exterior walls shall provide the building with a weather-resistant exterior wall envelope.
The exterior envelope shall include flashing as described in Section R703.4. Wall assemblies shall be
finished with an approved material. In addition to any material not permitted by this code, the following
finish materials shall be prohibited:
a. Unfinished, painted, sealed, or clear-coated above grade wall assemblies of the following types:
1. Cast-in-place concrete
2. Precast concrete
3. Smooth-face concrete masonry unit(CMU)
b. Any wall assembly-excluding windows-that causes a nuisance by the nature of its reflectivity.
For the purposes of this Section, an above grade "wall assembly" shall be defined as a wall
portion having the same construction type and/or finish:
1. More than 50 percent above the adjacent finished grade, and/or
2. Having any part more than forty eight inches (48")above the adjacent finished grade.
CHAPTER 13
GENERAL MECHANICAL SYSTEMS REQUIREMENTS
M1301.6 Mechanical equipment to be screened. All exterior heating, air conditioning, ventilating,
generators, pool heaters, or other mechanical equipment shall be fully screened to prevent view of the
equipment from any point along the finished grade at any front lot line or side lot line of the lot on which
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the equipment is located. Screening materials shall be as approved by the building official. Deciduous or
annual plants shall not be approved as screening materials."
1301.7 Geothermal well and piping locations. Geothermal well and piping locations shall be completely
within the property lines of the subject property and as prescribed by 1301.7.1 and 1301.7.2.
1301.7.1. No geothermal well or water intake shall be located in any easement and/or a within ten feet
10')from any property lot line.
Exception: A geothermal well may be located at any location adjacent to public right-of-way
provided that it is completely within the property lines.
1301.7.2 No geothermal piping, intake or discharge shall be located in any body of water that is not
completely contained within the property lines.
CHAPTER 29
WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION
P2904.3.2 Shutoff valves. Shutoff valves shall serve the entire water distribution system. The fire
sprinkler system piping shall not have separate shutoff or control valve(s) installed unless supervised by
one of the following methods:
1. Central station, proprietary or remote station alarm service.
2. Local alarm service that causes the sounding of an audible signal at a constantly attended
location.
3. Valves that are locked open.
P2904.5.1 Water supply. Fire sprinkler water shall be supplied by the municipal water source and taken
off after it has passed through the water meter, as detailed in 2013 NFPA 13D Figure A.6.2(c)
Acceptable Arrangement with Valve Supervision— Option 2".
P2904.5.2 Reserved.
APPENDIX J
EXISTING BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES
AJ 102.10 Conversion into habitable space. When any area previously not approved or utilized as
habitable space is converted into and/or utilized as habitable space- regardless of the amount of
construction work done in this area- it shall be considered as reconstruction and be subject to the
requirements of this chapter and the provisions of Section R310 of this code.
AJ102.11 Conversion into a sleeping room. When any area previously not approved or utilized as a
sleeping room is converted into and/or utilized as a sleeping room- regardless of the amount of
construction work that was or was not done in this conversion or change of utilization- it shall be subject
to all requirements for new construction of a sleeping room as found in this code.
International Mechanical Code Amendments:
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101.1 Title. Is amended by inserting the words"Village of Oak Brook, IL."
102.8 Referenced codes and ordinances. The codes and standards referenced in this Code 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 referenced standards, the provisions of this code
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shall apply. Where differences occur between provisions of this and any other provision of the Village
Code, the most restrictive provision shall apply.
106.4.3 Expiration 106.4.3 Expiration. Every permit issued by the code official under the provisions of
this code shall expire by limitation and become null and void if the work authorized by such permit is not
commenced within 90 days from the date of such permit, or if the work authorized by such permit is
suspended or abandoned at any time after the work is commenced for a period of 90 days. Before such
work recommences, a new permit shall be first obtained and the fee therefor shall be one-half the amount
required for a new permit for such work, provided that changes have not been made and will not be made
in the original construction documents for such work, and provided further that such suspension or
abandonment has not exceeded one year.
106.5.2 Fee schedule. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical and plumbing systems or
alterations requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as those specified in Section 10-4-1 of
this Code.
108.4 Violation penalties. Any person who violates a provision of this Code or fails to comply with any of
the requirements thereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs a building or structure in violation of
the approved construction documents or directive of the building official, or of a permit or certificate
issued under the provisions of this Code, shall be subject to fines and penalties as those specified in
Section 1-3-1 of this Code.
109.1 Application for appeal A person shall have the right to appeal a decision of the building official.
For the purposes of this Code, all appeals of decisions relating to this Code shall be referred to the Circuit
Court of DuPage County.
Subsections 109.1 through 109.7 are deleted in their entirety.
CHAPTER
GENERAL REGULATIONS
303.9 Mechanical equipment to be screened. All exterior heating, air conditioning, ventilating,
generators, pool heaters, or other mechanical equipment shall be fully screened to prevent view of the
equipment from any point at the finished grade along the front lot line or side lot line of the lot on which
the equipment is located. Screening materials shall be as approved by the building official. Deciduous or
annual plants shall not be approved as screening materials."
303.10 Geothermal well and piping locations. Geothermal well and piping locations shall be completely
within the property lines of the subject property and as prescribed by 303.10.1 and 303.10.2.
303.10.1. No geothermal well or water intake shall be located in any easement and/or a within ten feet
10')from any property lot line.
Exception: A geothermal well may be located at any location adjacent to public right-of-way
provided that it is completely within the property lines.
303.10.2 No geothermal piping, intake or discharge shall be located in any body of water that is not
completely contained within the property lines.
309.1 Space-heating systems. Interior spaces intended for human occupancy shall be provided with
space-heating systems capable of maintaining a minimum indoor temperature of 65°F (18°C)at a point 3
feet(914 mm) above the floor on the design heating day.
CHAPTER 6
DUCT SYSTEMS
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602.3 Stud cavity and joist space plenums. Stud wall cavities and the spaces between solid floor joists
shall not be utilized as ducts or plenums.
State of Illinois Plumbing Code
Illinois Plumbing Code, 77 III. Admin. Code 890 et seq adopted in section 10-1-1 of this chapter is
amended as follows:
All fees specified in the in the State of Illinois Plumbing Code shall be superseded and
replaced by those set forth in Section 10-4 of the Village Code.
Illinois Plumbing Code, 77 III. Admin. Code 890 et seq., amendments:
Section 890.510 Grease Interceptor Requirements. Is amended by replacing subsection 2),
entitled "Minimum Size," of subsection a), with the following:
Minimum Size. A grease interceptor installed on the same floor as the fixture shall have 100
percent the liquid holding capacity of the fixture. A grease interceptor located on a floor below the
fixture shall have 100 percent of the liquid-holding capacity of the fixture. To determine the liquid-
holding capacity in gallons of a plumbing fixture, the length is multiplied by the width by the height
in inches and divided by 231. Where two or more sinks or receptacles are connected to an
interceptor the liquid holding capacity shall be based on the combined volume of the fixtures
served."
Section 8903.630 Installation. Is amended by replacing the last sentence of subsection e,
entitled "Portable Water Supply Connection," with the following: "Where present, each lavatory
sink faucet shall have supply pipes that are accessible."
Section 890.640 Prohibited Fixtures. Is amended by replacing subsection a) with the following:
Drinking fountains shall not be installed in public toilet rooms, colonic irrigation therapy rooms, or
laboratories for removing blood, pus or other bodily fluids.
Add a new section 890.746 as follows:
Section 890.746 Colonic Irrigation Units.
a) Colonic irrigation systems connected to the water supply shall be provided with backflow
protection.
b) A reduced pressure principle backflow assembly conforming to ASSE 1013, or a fixed air
gap, shall be installed on each colonic irrigation unit or group of colonic irrigation units.
c) If a colonic irrigation unit has a water outlet below the flood rim level of an attached drain,
then an approved reduced principle pressure backflow preventer assembly, a fixed air
gap, an air vent hole, or an approved vacuum breaker shall protect the water supply from
each unit."
Section 890.1140 Special Applications and Installations.
d) Lawn Sprinklers Lawn Sprinklers. Any lawn sprinkler system connected to a potable water supply shall
be equipped with an RPZ. The RPZ may be located outside provided that it is protected from freezing or
is removed at the end of the season, and it complies with Section 890.1130(g)(1). All new plumbing
fixtures and irrigation controllers installed after the effective date of this ordinance shall bear the
WaterSense label (as designated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency WaterSense Program),
when such labeled fixtures are available."
h) 1)A) Aspirators If aspirators are used in operating rooms, emergency rooms, recovery rooms,
delivery rooms, autopsy rooms, dental offices , colonic irrigation rooms, and laboratories for
removing blood, pus or other fluids, a vacuum breaker shall be installed on the discharge side of
the control valve, at ceiling height (a minimum of 7 feet, 6 inches) and the water supply shall be
protected against backflow and back siphonage by an air gap; or an RPZ shall be used.
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Section 890.1150 Water Service Pipe Installation. Replace subsection 3) of subsection a),
entitled "Underground Water Service,"with the following:
3)The minimum depth for any water service pipe shall be at least 60 inches.
Section 890.1200 Water Service Sizing.
a) Water Service Pipe Sizing. The water service pipe from the street main (including the tap) to
the water distribution system for the building shall be sized in accordance with Appendix A,
Tables M, N, O, P and Q. Water service pipe and fittings shall be at least 1 % inch diameter. If
flushometers or other devices requiring a high rate of water flow are used, the water service pipe
shall be designed and installed to provide this additional flow."
Section 890.1230 Safety Devices. In subsection 2) of subsection d), entitled "Relief Discharge
Outlet," add "but no closer than as specified in Appendix A, Table C," between "receptor" and "the
end,".
Section 890. Illustrations for Subpart I. In Illustration L and Illustration M, replace "RELIEF
VALVE DISCHARGE PIPING LOWER END TO BE OPEN WITH A MINIMUM 6" Air Gap" with
the following: "RELIEF VALVE DISCHARGE PIPING LOWER END TO BE OPEN WITH A
MAXIMUM 6"AIR GAP BUT NO CLOSER THAN AS SPECIFIED IN APPENDIX A, TABLE C."
Section 890.1320 Drainage System Installation. Delete from subsection 1), entitled "Fixture
Connections", "and fittings for circuit vented fixtures".
Section 890.1340 Determination of Sizes for Drainage System.
b) 2) Pressure building drains may be installed to prevent sewer back up in a basement, cellar,
crawl space or other area where any portion of the floor surface is below grade. Pressure-building
drains shall not be used where gravity drains may otherwise be installed. Pressure-building drains
shall be sized in accordance with the ejector pump manufacturer's recommendation, but shall not
be less than 2 inches in diameter."
b)4) No portion of the drainage system installed underground or below a basement or cellar shall be less
than 4 inches in diameter. The venting system is excluded from this requirement.
Section 890.1370 Floor Drains. In subsection b), entitled "Size," replace "2 inches" with 'A
inches".
Add a new Section 890.1390 as follows:
Section 890.1390
Section 1390.1 Building Subdrains. Building subdrains that cannot be discharged to the sewer
by gravity flow shall be discharged into a tightly covered and vented sump from which the liquid
shall be lifted and discharged into the building gravity drainage system by automatic pumping
equipment or other approved method. In other than existing structures, the sump shall not
receive drainage from any piping within the building capable of being discharged by gravity to the
building sewer.
Exception: Sanitary pump (ejector) pits with overhead drainage may be installed to prevent
sewer back up in a basement, cellar, crawl space, or other area where any portion of the floor
surface is below grade.
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Section 1390.2 Valves Required. A check valve and a full open valve located on the discharge
side of the check valve shall be installed in the pump or ejector discharge piping between the
pump or ejector and the gravity drainage system. Access shall be provided to such valves. Such
valves shall be located above the sump cover or, where the discharge pipe from the ejector is
below grade, the valves shall be located outside the sump below grade in an access pit with a
removable access cover.
Section 1390.3 Sump Design. The sump pump, pit, and discharge piping shall conform to the
requirements of Sections 1390.3.1 through 1390.3.5.
1390.3.1 Sump pump. The sump pump capacity and head shall be appropriate to anticipated
use requirements.
1390.3.2. Sump pit. The sump pit shall be not less than 18 inches (457 mm) in diameter and 24
inches (610 mm) deep, unless otherwise approved. The pit shall be accessible and located such
that all drainage flows into the pit by gravity.
The sump pit shall be constructed of tile, concrete, steel, plastic or other approved materials. The
pit bottom shall be solid and provide permanent support for the pump. The sump pit shall be
fitted with a gas-tight removable cover adequate to support the anticipated loads in the area of
use. The sump pit shall be vented in accordance with the Illinois Plumbing Code.
1390.3.3 Discharge piping. Discharge piping shall meet the requirements of Section 1390.2.
1390.3.4 Maximum effluent level. The effluent level control shall be adjusted and maintained to
at all times prevent the effluent in the sump from rising within 2 inches (51 mm) of the invert of the
gravity drain inlet into the sump.
1390.3.5 Ejector connection to the drainage system. Pumps connected to the drainage
system shall connect to the building sewer or shall connect to a wye fitting in the building drain a
minimum of 10 feet (3048 mm) from the base of any soil stack, waste stack or fixture drain.
Where the discharge line connects into horizontal drainage piping, the connector shall be made
through a wye fitting into the top of the drainage piping.
1390.4 Sewage Pumps and Sewage Ejectors. A sewage pump or sewage ejector shall
automatically discharge the contents of the sump into the building drainage system.
1390.4.1 Reserved
1390.4.2 Capacity. A sewage pump or sewage ejector shall have the capacity and head for the
application requirements. Pumps or ejectors that receive the discharge of water closets shall be
capable of handling spherical solids with a diameter of up to and including 2 inches (51 mm).
Other pumps or ejectors shall be capable of handling spherical solids with a diameter of up to and
including 1 inch (25.4 mm). The minimum capacity of a pump or ejector based on the diameter of
the discharge pipe shall be in accordance with Table 1390.4.2.
Exceptions:
1. Grinder pumps or grinder ejectors that receive discharges of water closets shall have
a minimum discharge opening of 1.25 inches(32 mm).
2. Macerating toilet assemblies that serve single water closets shall have a minimum
discharge opening of 0.75 inch (19 mm).
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TABLE 1390.4.2:
MINIMUM CAPACITY OF SEWAGE PUMP OR SEWAGE EJECTOR
DIAMETER OF CAPACITY
THE DISCHARGE OF PUMP
PIPE OR
inches) EJECTOR
m.)
2 21
2 X2 30
3 46
Section 890.1450 Vent Grades and Connections. Delete subsection d), entitled "Heel or Side-
Inlet Bend".
Section 890.1480 Type of Fixture Trap Vents. Delete subsections c)and d).
Section 890.1490 Installation of Vents for Fixture Traps (Repealed). Replace Section
890.1490 with the following:
Section 890.1490 Installation of Vents for Fixture Traps.
a) Hydraulic Gradient. Fixture drains shall be vented within the hydraulic gradient between the trap
outlet and the junction with another drain. They hydraulic gradient as applied to a gravity drain
and its vent connection is interpreted as the grade line.
b) Different Level. If any stack has fixtures entering at different levels, the fixtures other than the
fixtures entering at the highest level shall be vented, except as otherwise provided. (see Section
890.1510.)
c) Horizontal Branch Drains. Where a water closet discharges into a branch drain, each fixture
discharging into that branch drain shall be individually vented."
Section 890.1500 Installation of Wet Venting. Delete Section 890.1500 in its entirety.
Section 890.1520 Circuit and Loop Venting. Delete Section 890.1520 in its entirety.
Section 890.TABLE A Approved Materials and Standards.
Delete numbers 1, 4, and 8-12 under"Approved Materials for Water Service Pipe".
Section 890.TABLE B
Minimum Number of Plumbing Fixtures. Add the following to Table B:
Type of Building Medical or therapeutic
occupancies where colonic
irrigation or other similar
activities occur
Water Closet 1 water closet- directly accessed
from the treatment room- in addition
to any other fixtures required by this
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code*
Lavatories 1 lavatory- in or accessed directly
from the treatment room- in addition
to any other fixtures required by this
code.*
Drinking Fountains Prohibited in the treatment room.
Other Fixtures 1 service sink per suite or office, in
addition to any other fixtures
required by this code.
It is the intent of this section to allow a single toilet room to directly connect multiple
treatment rooms- provided that there is no travel required through any adjacent hall,
room, or other space.
National Electrical Code
ARTICLE 90
INTRODUCTION
Subsection 90-4 Enforcement. Is amended by adding the following:
In addition to the responsibilities set forth in Section 2-3-2 of this Code for the Electrical Commission, a
person shall have the right to appeal a decision. For the purposes of this Code, all appeals of decisions
relating to this Code shall be referred to the Circuit Court of DuPage County.
ARTICLE 100
DEFINITIONS
Qualified Person. One who has skills and knowledge related to the construction and operation of the
electrical equipment and installations and has received safety training to recognize and avoid the hazards
involved.
For the purposes of installing, constructing, altering, repairing, maintaining, or performing similar electrical
work on Class 1 circuits as regulated by this code, a Qualified Person shall be required to personally
perform the permitted work. The Qualified Person shall provide the Village of Oak Brook with current and
valid documentation of such qualifications-as evidenced by:
5. An electrician's license—valid for the proposed scope of work-issued, after testing, by a unit
of government, or
6. A certification of qualifications—valid for the proposed scope of work-issued, after testing,
by IEIA, ICC or similar certifying agency or
7. Other documentation as acceptable to the building official.
Exception: Owner-occupants of single-family dwellings. This exception does not include any
person who is not an owner-occupant of the premises- regardless of relationship to owner,
occupant, or financial considerations.
ARTICLE 210
BRANCH CIRCUITS
210.12 (B) Guest Rooms, Guest Suites, Dormitories,Assisted Living,and Similar Occupancies.All
120-volt, single-phase, 15-and 20-ampere branch circuits supplying outlets installed in bedrooms, living
rooms, hallways, closets, and similar rooms shall be protected by a listed arc-fault circuit interrupter
meeting the requirements of 210.12(A)(1)through (6) as appropriate.
210.60 Guest Rooms, Guest Suites, Dormitories, Assisted Living, and Similar Occupancies.
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A) General. Guest rooms or guest suites in hotels, motels, sleeping rooms in dormitories, assisted living,
and similar occupancies shall have receptacle outlets installed in accordance with 210.52(A) and (D).
Guest rooms or guest suites provided with permanent provisions for cooking shall have receptacle outlets
installed in accordance with all of the applicable rules in 210.52.
B) Receptacle Placement. In applying the provisions of 210.52(A), the total number of receptacle
outlets shall not be less than the minimum number that would comply with the provisions of that section.
These receptacle outlets shall be permitted to be located conveniently for permanent furniture layout. At
least two receptacle outlets shall be readily accessible. Where receptacles are installed behind the bed,
the receptacle shall be located to prevent the bed from contacting any attachment plug that may be
installed or the receptacle shall be provided with a suitable guard.
110.26(B) Clear Spaces. In other than dwelling units, the required clear space shall be clearly and
permanently delineated by construction or floor pattern, material or color, or as otherwise approved by the
Authority Having Jurisdiction.
ARTICLE 334
NONMETALLIC-SHEATHED CABLE: TYPES NM, NMC.AND NMS
334.10 Uses Permitted.Type NM, Type NMC, and Type NMS cables shall be permitted to be used as
temporary wiring by special permission of the Authority Having Jurisdiction., except as prohibited in
334.12:
334.10 (A)Type NM cable shall be permitted as a component of a listed and approved assembly only
when both of the following conditions are met:
a)To replace the Type NM would void the listing of the assembly or component.
b)The Type NM is terminated at the closest reasonable location.
334.10 (B)Type NMC cable shall be permitted as a component of a listed and approved assembly only
when both of the following conditions are met:
a) To replace the Type NMC would void the listing of the assembly or component.
b)The Type NMC is terminated at the closest reasonable location.
334.10 (C)Type NMS cable shall be permitted as a component of a listed and approved assembly only
when both of the following conditions are met:
a)To replace the Type NMS would void the listing of the assembly or component.
b)The Type NMS is terminated at the closest reasonable location.
ARTICLE 362
ELECTRICAL NONMETALLIC TUBING TYPE ENT
362.12 Uses Not Permitted. ENT shall not be used in the following:
1) In any hazardous (classified) location, except as permitted by other articles in this Code
2) For the support of luminaires and other equipment
3)Where subject to ambient temperatures in excess of 50°C (122°F) unless listed otherwise
4) For direct earth burial
5)Where the voltage is over 600 volts
6) In exposed locations, except as permitted by 362.10(1), 362.10(5), and 362.10(7)
7) In theaters and similar locations, except as provided in 518.4 and 520.5
8)Where exposed to the direct rays of the sun, unless identified as sunlight resistant
9)Where subject to physical damage
10)Where the voltage is over 50 volts.
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State of Illinois Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators is adopted without amendment per
agreement between the Village of Oak Brook and the Office of the State Fire Marshal dated October 15,
2008.
International Property Maintenance Code:
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ADMINISTRATION
101.1 Title. Is amended by inserting the words"Village of Oak Brook, IL".
102.7 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this Code shall be
those that are listed in Chapter 8 and considered part of the requirements of this Code to the prescribed
extent of each such reference. Where differences occur between provisions of this Code, the referenced
standards and the Village Codes, the more restrictive provisions apply.
103.1 General. The official responsible for administration and enforcement of this Code shall be known
as the Building Official. Where references are made to the Chief Code Official through the Code, the title
Building Official shall be substituted.
103.2 Appointment is deleted in its entirety.
103.3 Deputies,The building official is authorized to designate one or more employees as deputies who
may exercise all powers of the building official under the direction of the official.
103.6 Fees is deleted in its entirety.
104.4 Right of Entry The building official, or his designee, is authorized to enter the structure or premises
during reasonable times to conduct an inspection. Prior to entering into a space not otherwise open to the
general public, the building official, or his designee, shall make a reasonable effort to locate the owner or
other person having charge or control of the structure or premises, present proper identification and
request entry. If requested entry is refused or not obtained, the building official, or his designee, shall
pursue recourse as provided by law including, but not limited to, the obtaining of a warrant.
106.1 Unlawful Acts It shall be unlawful for any person to erect, construct, alter, extend, repair, remove,
demolish, maintain, fail to maintain, provide, fail to provide, occupy, let to another or occupy or permit
another person to occupy any premises, property, structure or equipment regulated by this Article, or
cause same to be done contrary to or in conflict with or in violation of the provisions of this Article, or to
fail to obey a lawful order of the building official, or his designee, or to remove or deface a placard or
notice posted under the provisions of this Article.
107.3 Method of service. Such notice shall be deemed to be properly served if a copy thereof is:
1. Delivered personally; or
2. Sent by certified or first-class mail addressed to the last known address; or
3. Posted in a conspicuous place in or about the structure affected by such notice.
110.1 General.The code official shall order the owner or owner's authorized agent of any premises upon
which is located any structure, which in the code official's or owner's authorized agent judgment after
review is so deteriorated or dilapidated or has become so out of repair as to be dangerous, unsafe,
insanitary or otherwise unfit for human habitation or occupancy, and such that it is unreasonable to repair
the structure, to demolish and remove such structure; or if such structure is capable of being made safe
by repairs, to repair and make safe and sanitary, or to board up and hold for future repair or to demolish
and remove at the owner's option; or where there has been a cessation of normal construction of any
structure for a period of more than ninety(90) days, the code official may order the owner or owner's
authorized agent to demolish and remove such structure, or board up until future repair. Boarding the
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building up for future repair shall not extend beyond one hundred eighty(180) days, unless approved by
the building official.
110.1.1 Semi-Annual Permit A semi-annual permit is required for the installation and/or continuance of
boarding on a vacant building. The building official is authorized to approve additional permit(s)for
individual cases, upon application of the owner or the owner's authorized agent, providing that the
applicant demonstrates approved cause and provides an approved plan and timeframe for restoration or
demolition of the building. The details of action granting the additional permit(s) shall be recorded and
entered in the files of the department of building safety.
110.2 Notices and orders. Notices and orders shall comply with Section 107.
110.3 Failure to comply. If the owner of a premises or owner's authorized agent fails to comply with a
demolition order within the time prescribed, the code official shall cause the structure to be demolished
and removed, either through an available public agency or by contract or arrangement with private
persons, and the cost of such demolition and removal shall be charged against the real estate upon which
the structure is located and shall be a lien upon such real estate.
111.2 Membership of Board For the purposes of this Code, all appeals of decisions relating to this Code
shall be referred to the Circuit Court of DuPage County.
111.2.1- 111.8 are deleted in their entirety.
CHAPTER 2
DEFINITIONS
Responsible Party. Except as otherwise specified herein, the owner or the owner's designated agent
shall be responsible for the maintenance of buildings, structures and premises. In addition, any other
person or entity who may be reasonably considered to have a role or responsibility in the creation,
continuation, or correction of any violation of this code shall be a responsible party or additional
responsible party for such violation."
CHAPTER 3
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
301.2 Responsibility. The owner of the premises shall maintain the structures and exterior property in
compliance with these requirements, except as otherwise provided for in this code. In addition, any other
person or entity who may be reasonably considered to have a role or responsibility in the creation,
continuation or correction of any violation of this code shall be a responsible party or additional
responsible party for such violation.
A person shall not occupy as owner-occupant or permit another person to occupy premises which are not
in a sanitary and safe condition and which do not comply with the requirements of this chapter.
Occupants of a dwelling unit, rooming unit or housekeeping unit are responsible for keeping in a clean,
sanitary and safe condition that part of the dwelling unit, rooming unit, housekeeping unit or premises
which they occupy and control."
302.4 Weeds
1. Weeds And Overgrown Lawns Declared A Nuisance.
All weeds and grass exceeding eight inches in height found growing in any lot or tract of land in
the village are hereby declared to be a nuisance and it shall be unlawful to permit any such
weeds or grass to grow in excess of eight inches.
Exception: Property owned by a unit of government, dedicated for recreation, flood
control, and/or conservation.
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2. Removal Notice.
The village may serve a notice upon the owner of any premises on which weeds or grass are
permitted to grow in violation of the provisions of this section demanding the cutting of such
weeds and grass within five (5) days from the date of such notice. The notice shall be personally
served on, or sent by certified mail to the person who was sent the tax bill for the general taxes
on the property for the last preceding year.
3. Costs of Removal.
If a person so served does not cut the weeds or grass within five days of the personal service or
mailing of the notice, the village may proceed to cut the weeds or grass keeping an account of the
expense of the cutting and such expense shall be charged to and paid by such owner.
4. Lien.
Charges for weed or grass cutting shall be a lien upon the real estate affected, superior to all
other liens and encumbrances except tax liens; provided that within 60 days after such cost and
expense is incurred, the village, or the person performing the service by authority of the village
files a notice of lien in the office of the recorder of deeds. The notice shall consist of a sworn
statement setting out a description of the real estate sufficient for identification thereof, the
amount of money representing the cost and expense incurred or payable for the service, and the
date or dates when such cost and expense was incurred by the village. A notice and copy of the
lien shall be personally served on, or sent by certified mail to, the person who was sent the tax bill
for the general taxes on the property for the last preceding year.
302.10 Maintenance of Water Features. All existing private and public water features, including
stormwater retention/detention facilities, must be kept clear of garbage and debris, and any such area not
occupied by water must be kept mowed in accordance with the provisions of this code. Facilities designed
to hold water on a continuous basis must be maintained so as to prevent such water from becoming a
breeding site for mosquitoes or from becoming a nuisance due to odor or stagnation. Whenever any
facility in the village that is designated and approved as a stormwater management facility does not
function as was originally designed, whether because of damage or because of falling into a state of
disrepair, it shall be repaired and brought into compliance with its original design specifications, subject to
the approval of the village engineer.
302.11 Storage of Construction Materials. Construction materials, including, but not limited to, bricks,
lumber, piles of dirt, stone, aggregate or other debris, shall not be stored in any exterior property area
except in cases where construction is taking place. In such cases, compliance must be achieved within
thirty(30)days of completion of the construction activity.
302.12 Storage of Non-Construction Materials Non-construction materials, including, but not limited to
machinery, discarded appliances, furniture, household items and other similar items, shall not be stored in
any exterior property area unless completely screened by view from all adjacent properties and rights of
way.
302.13 Trees,shrubs,vines and other greenery causing obstructions or other dangerous
conditions.Trees, shrubs, vines and other greenery causing obstructions or other dangerous conditions
shall be subject to Section 8-4-2 of this code."
302.14 Storage of refuse. Storage of refuse shall be subject to section 4-3-9 of this code.
303.3 Street numbers New and existing buildings shall be provided with approved address identification.
The address identification shall be legible and placed in a position that is visible from the street or road
fronting the property. Address identification characters shall contrast with their background. Address
numbers shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical letters. Numbers shall not be spelled out. Each
character shall be not less than 4 inches (102 mm) in height with a stroke width of not less than 0.5 inch
12.7 mm). Where required by the fire code official, address identification shall be provided in additional
approved locations to facilitate emergency response. Where access is by means of a private road and the
building address cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole or other sign or means shall
be used to identify the structure. Address identification shall be maintained.
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303.15 Insect Screens Every door, window and other outside opening required for ventilation of
habitable rooms, food preparation areas, food service areas, or any areas where products to be included
or utilized in food for human consumption are processed, manufactured, packaged or stored, shall be
supplied with approved tightly fitting screens of not less than sixteen (16) mesh per inch (16 mesh/25mm)
and every swinging door shall have a self-closing device in good working condition.
Exception: Screen doors shall not be required where other approved means, such as air curtains
or insect repellant fans, are employed.
302.16 Exterior Lighting Nuisance. New and existing exterior lighting shall be designed, installed, and
maintained to prevent nuisance:
1. Appropriate lighting zones and exterior power allowances for new and/or modified systems shall
be per Table 302.16.
2. The direct light from individual luminaries and light reflected from solid surfaces on the site shall
not exceed the threshold values defined in Table 302.16 at any point along the property line of
the impacted property.
TABLE 302.16
MAXIMUM LINE OF SIGHT ILLUMINANCE AT ANY VERTICAL PLANE BOUNDARY
Impacted Lighting Zone Lighting Zone Lighting Zone 2 Lighting Lighting Zone 4
Property 0 1 Areas predominantly Zone 3 High-activity
Undeveloped Developed consisting of residential All other commercial
areas of areas of zoning, neighborhood areas districts as
parks, parks, business districts, light designated by
forest land, forest land,industrial with limited the Community
and rural and rural nighttime use and Development
areas areas residential mixed use Department
areas
Maximum 0.5 lux 1.0 lux 3.0 lux 8.0 lux 15.0 lux
Illuminance 0.05 fc) 0.10 fc) 0.30 fc) 0.8 fc 1.5 fc)
309.6 Infestation.All structures shall be kept free from insect and rodent infestation. All structures in
which insects or rodents are found shall be promptly exterminated by approved processes that will not be
injurious to human health. All structures shall be kept free from insect and rodent infestation. All exterior
premises in which insects or rodents are found to be detrimental to public health, safety or welfare shall
be promptly exterminated by approved processes that will not be injurious to human health. After
extermination, proper precautions shall be taken to prevent reinfestation.
CHAPTER 6
MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
602.3 Heat Supply Every owner and operator of any building who rents, leases or lets one or more
dwelling unit, rooming unit, dormitory or guestroom on terms, either expressed or implied, to furnish heat
to the occupants thereof shall supply heat during the period of October 15 to May 15 to maintain a
temperature of not less than sixty five degrees Fahrenheit(65°F) (18°C) in all habitable rooms, bathrooms
and toilet rooms.
Exception: When the outdoor temperature is below the winter outdoor design temperature for the
locality, maintenance of the minimum room temperature shall not be required, provided that the
heating system is operating at its full design capacity. The winter outdoor design temperature
shall be as indicated in the Village of Oak Brook amendments to the International Residential
Code.
602.4 Occupiable Work Spaces is amended by the insertion of the following dates:
October 15 to May 15"
CHAPTER
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FIRE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
704.1 General. Systems, devices and equipment to detect a fire, actuate an alarm, or suppress or control
a fire or any combination thereof shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times in accordance
with the International Fire Code. At the time of construction, a clear and unobstructed, accessible floor
space with the minimum dimensions of 30"w x 36"d x 80"h shall be provided at each of the following:
a. Fire alarm pull station.
b. Fire hydrant
c. Standpipe
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APPENDIX A
BOARDING STANDARD
A101.1 Windows and doors shall be secured in an approved manner to prevent entry by unauthorized
persons, opaque surfaces shall be painted to correspond to the color of the existing structure.
A101.1.1 A semi-annual permit shall be required for new and existing boarding.
International Energy Conservation Code is adopted -as amended by TITLE 71: PUBLIC BUILDINGS,
FACILITIES, AND REAL PROPERTY, CHAPTER I: CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD,
SUBCHAPTER d: ENERGY CODES, PART 600 ILLINOIS ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE,
SECTION 1060.APPENDIX A SUPPLANTED AND ADDITIONAL 2015 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY
CONSERVATION CODE SECTIONS
International Existing Building Code:
CHAPTER 1
SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION
101.1 is amended by inserting "VILLAGE OF OAK BROOK"
112 Board of Appeals is renamed "Appeals".
112.1 General.A person shall have the right to appeal a decision of the building official. For the purposes
of this Code, all appeals of decisions relating to this Code shall be referred to the Circuit Court of DuPage
County.
112.2 Limitations on authority. Is deleted in its entirety.
112.3 Qualifications. Is deleted in its entirety.
113.4 Violation penalties. Any person who violates a provision of this Code or fails to comply with any of
the requirements thereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs a building or structure in violation of
the approved construction documents or directive of the building official, or of a permit or certificate
issued under the provisions of this Code, shall be subject to fines and penalties as those specified in,
Section 1-3-1 of this Code.
CHAPTER 8
ALTERATIONS- LEVEL 2
804.2.2 Automatic sprinkler protection in work areas.Work areas shall be provided with automatic
sprinkler protection where all of the following conditions occur:
1. The work area is required to be provided with automatic sprinkler protection in accordance
with the International Fire Code, as adopted and amended by the Village of Oak Brook, as
applicable to new construction;
2. The cumulative work area exceeds 1,000 square feet within a five year period;
Where more than 50 percent of the total floor area of the building or structure have been or
are proposed to be involved in an alteration within a five year period, Level 3 provisions for
automatic sprinkler protection shall apply.
Exceptions:
1. Existing, legally occupied R-2 occupancies.
2. Existing, legally occupied R-3 single family occupancies as regulated by the
International Residential Code
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CHAPTER 9
ALTERATIONS- LEVEL 3
904.1 Automatic sprinkler protection. Buildings undergoing Level 3 Alterations shall be provided with
automatic sprinkler protection in accordance with the International Fire Code, as adopted and amended
by the Village of Oak Brook, as applicable to new construction;
Where more than 50 percent of the total floor area of the building or structure have been or are proposed
to be involved in an alteration within a five year period, Level 3 provisions for automatic sprinkler
protection shall apply.
Exceptions:
1. Existing, legally occupied R-2 occupancies.
2. Existing, legally occupied R-3 single family occupancies as regulated by the International
Residential Code.
1401.2 is amended by inserting the date December 12, 1958.
International Fuel Gas Code:
CHAPTER 1
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101.1 is amended by inserting "VILLAGE OF OAK BROOK"
106.6 Fees. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical and plumbing systems or alterations
requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as those specified in Section 10-4-1 of this
Code.
109 Violation penalties "Any person who violates a provision of this Code or fails to comply with any of
the requirements thereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs a building or structure in violation of
the approved construction documents or directive of the building official, or of a permit or certificate
issued under the provisions of this Code, shall be subject to fines and penalties as those specified in
Section 1-3-1 of this Code."
109 Means of Appeal is renamed "Appeals".
109.1 through 109.7 are deleted in their entirety and are replaced to read as follows:
109.1 Appeals A person shall have the right to appeal a decision of the building official. For the purposes
of this Code, all appeals of decisions relating to this Code shall be referred to the Circuit Court of DuPage
County.
International Swimming Pool and Spa Code:
CHAPTER 1
SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION
101.1 is amended by inserting "VILLAGE OF OAK BROOK"
105.5.3 Expiration.
Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work authorized by such permit is commenced within
90 days after its issuance, or if the work authorized by such permit is suspended or abandoned for a
period of 90 days after the time the work is commenced. The code official is authorized to grant, in
writing, one or more extensions of time, for a period not more than 90 days. The extension shall be
requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated.
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105.6.2 Fees. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical and plumbing systems or alterations
requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as those specified in Section 10-4-1 of this Code.
107 Violation penalties"Any person who violates a provision of this Code or fails to comply with any of
the requirements thereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs a building or structure in violation of
the approved construction documents or directive of the building official, or of a permit or certificate
issued under the provisions of this Code, shall be subject to fines and penalties as those specified in
Section 1-3-1 of this Code."
108 Means of Appeal is renamed "Appeals".
108.1 through 108.7 are deleted in their entirety and are replaced to read as follows:
108.1 Appeals A person shall have the right to appeal a decision of the building official. For the purposes
of this Code, all appeals of decisions relating to this Code shall be referred to the Circuit Court of DuPage
County.
International Plumbing Code:
CHAPTER 1
SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION
101.1 is amended by inserting "VILLAGE OF OAK BROOK"
101.2 Scope The provisions of this code shall be limited to subjects not expressly governed by the state
of Illinois plumbing code, 2014 edition, published by the Illinois department of public health. This code
shall also regulate nonflammable medical gas, inhalation anesthetic, vacuum piping, nonmedical oxygen
systems and sanitary and condensate vacuum collection systems. The installation of fuel gas distribution
piping and equipment, fuel-gas-fired water heaters and water heater venting systems shall be regulated
by the International Fuel Gas Code. Provisions in the appendices shall not apply unless specifically
adopted. Appendices C & F are specifically adopted.
102.8 Referenced codes and standards The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be
those listed in Chapter 13 and such codes and standards shall be considered as part of the requirements
of this code to the prescribed extent of each reference. Where differenced occur between the provision of
this code and the referenced standards, the provisions of this code shall be the minimum requirements.
Where differences occur between provisions of this code and any other provision of the Village Code, the
most restrictive provision shall apply.
106.6 Fees. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical and plumbing systems or alterations
requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as those specified in Section 10-4-1 of this Code.
108.4 Violation Penalties"Any person who violates a provision of this Code or fails to comply with any of
the requirements thereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs a building or structure in violation of
the approved construction documents or directive of the building official, or of a permit or certificate
issued under the provisions of this Code, shall be subject to fines and penalties as those specified in
Section 1-3-1 of this Code."
109 Appeal "A person shall have the right to appeal a decision of the building official. For the purposes of
this Code, all appeals of decisions relating to this Code shall be referred to the Circuit Court of DuPage
County."
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CHAPTER 3
GENERAL REGULATIONS
305.6.1 is amended by the insertion of the numbers 18 and 48.
CHAPTER 4
INSTALLATION OF FIXTURES
CHAPTER 4 is deleted in its entirety, and replaced with:
401.1 Installation of Water closets, urinals, lavatories and bidets. A water closet, urinal, lavatory or
bidet shall not be set closer than 15 inches (381 mm)from its center to any side wall, partition, vanity or
other obstruction, or closer than 30 inches (762 mm)center to center between adjacent fixtures. There
shall be not less than a 21-inch (533 mm) clearance in front of the water closet, urinal, lavatory or bidet to
any wall, fixture or door. Water closet compartments shall be not less than 30 inches(762 mm) in width
and not less than 60 inches (1524 mm) in depth for floor mounted water closets and not less than 30
inches (762 mm) in width and 56 inches (1422 mm) in depth for wall hung water closets.
CHAPTERS 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10 are deleted in their entirety, without replacement
CHAPTER 11
STORM DRAINAGE
1106.1 General. The size of the vertical conductors and leaders, building storm drains, building storm
sewers and any horizontal branches of such drains or sewers shall be based on the 100-year hourly
rainfall rate of four inches(4").
APPENDICES C and F
are adopted without amendment.
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EXHIBIT B
Section 10-1-6: DEMOLITION AND CONSTRUCTION SITE MANAGEMENT: is amended to read as
follows:
An applicant for a building permit shall be responsible for safe and orderly construction site management
during all phases of permitted work. The following minimum requirements shall be met prior to the
commencement of work and throughout the duration of the project. In addition, all applicable sections of
the village code shall be met.
A. Safeguards during Commercial and Residential construction shall conform to International Building
Code Chapter 33 as adopted and amended within this code.
B. Debris Control and Site Clean Up: Debris and refuse containment shall be required for all job sites.
Containment shall occur on the property that is the subject of the permit(and not on public property)
and shall be within either a covered dumpster or container of sufficient size to prevent windblown
debris. The dumpster or container shall be set back on the site as far as possible and be no closer
than ten feet(10')from any side lot line. All such dumpsters or containers shall be maintained to
prevent windblown debris when work is not being performed on the property. At the end of each
workday, all windblown material, debris and litter shall be picked up and placed in the dumpster or
container.
C. Construction Traffic Management: Prior to the issuance of a permit for demolition or construction of a
new principal structure, the applicant shall submit a plan to the building official showing the location
that the construction and worker vehicles will park. Parking of vehicles must not obstruct or limit the
use of any adjacent roadway, private driveway, mailbox, fire hydrant or create a site distance problem
with an adjacent intersection. The parking plan shall be subject to approval by the department of
community development, shall be a part of the permit, and a copy shall be posted on the construction
site. The permitee shall be responsible for compliance with the approved parking plan. Failure to post
a copy of the plan on the site will be cause for possible issuance of a stop work order.
D. Sanitation Facilities: Sanitation facilities in conformance with the International Plumbing Code shall be
available on site prior to any work commencing on the property. Portable toilet(s) shall not be located
on public property, including any street, parkway or sidewalk. Such facility shall not be located within
ten feet(10')of any property line and shall be serviced on a regular basis.
E. Dust Abatement: Dust and debris abatement for all construction activities shall be in conformance
with International Building Code Section 3307.2 as adopted and amended within this code.
3307.2 Dust abatement. Every permit applicant shall provide a dust and debris containment and
abatement plan. The plan shall conform to all applicable environmental, safety, and health regulations,
laws, rules, and guidelines. The plan shall stipulate and provide for 100% containment within the
designated work zone. The plan shall be subject to approval by the building official and made part of the
approved permit. The plan shall be in written form and kept on the jobsite for the full duration of the
permitted project. Failure to contain dust and/or debris shall be cause for immediate suspension of any or
all applicable permits and/or immediate prosecution.
Exception: Activities that, by the scope or nature of the work, would or could not be made substantially
safer by the provision of such protection, as determined and approved by the building official.
F. Weeds and grass: Weeds and grass shall conform to International Property Maintenance Code
Section 309.2 as adopted and amended within this code.
In addition, the application for a permit shall constitute notice to the applicant and permit holder, no
additional notice shall be required until a final Certificate of Occupancy is issued. Failure to maintain
grass and weeds shall be adequate cause for the immediate posting of a"Stop Work" order. Repeat
and/or continued offenses shall be adequate cause for the building official to suspend the permit
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pursuant to Section 105.6.1 of the International Building Code or Section R105.6.1 of the International
Residential Code as adopted and amended within this code.
G. Written Notice of Applicant: Notice of the filing of an application for a demolition permit of a single-
family dwelling shall be given to all residents of property within two hundred fifty feet(250') of any part
of the subject property and applicable homeowner association by the applicant. Such notice shall be
on a form provided by the village and shall be given by first class mail. The applicant shall provide the
names and addresses of all notified property owners to the village along with a certificate of mailing.
The notices shall be sent at least ten (10) days prior to the permit being approved and said permit will
not be approved without said ten (10) days' notice.
H. Schedule and Cash Bond: The permit application for demolition and/or construction of a new principal
structure shall include a schedule of all planned activities including:
1. Installation of fencing.
2. Installation of temporary erosion control measures.
3. Building demolition.
4. Excavation.
5. Backfilling of the building excavation.
6. Building under roof.
7. Completion of exterior finishes.
8. Rough and final grading.
9. Six inch (6")topsoil placement.
10. Seeding or sodding of all disturbed areas.
Such schedule shall be subject to approval by the department of community development. The
applicant shall provide the estimated area of disturbance and provide an estimate of the cost for the
planned activities(excluding the cost of demolition and subsections H6 and H7 of this section)which
shall be reviewed and approved by the village engineer. The village engineer shall approve said
estimated area and costs or require them to be corrected. The applicant shall post with the village a
cash bond in an amount equal to not less than one hundred ten percent(110%) of the approved
estimated cost. Said cash bond shall meet the requirements of subsection 9-6-1131 of this code. Upon
completion of the required work listed in this subsection H, said cash bond, or any unused balance
shall be refunded.
I. Expiration of Permit: Residential Permits shall conform to Section R105.5 of the International
Residential Code as adopted and amended herein, all other Permits shall conform to Section 105.5 of
the International Building Code as adopted and amended herein. This provision is in addition to and
does not negate the provisions of subsection 9-6-1131 of this code.
J. Tree Preservation and Protection: For all demolition permits, the applicant shall submit a detailed tree
survey which shows the location of all trees with a minimum diameter of eight inches (8") as
measured twelve inches(12") aboveground. The plan shall be subject to approval by the building
official and shall be a part of the permit and include a statement of anticipated damage to or removal
of trees on the subject property and measures to be taken to protect the trees such as pruning, root
pruning, use of retaining walls or protective fencing, auguring of utility lines to improve the
survivability of the trees and any other protective measures to be taken by the permittee.
K. Hours Of Construction:
Except as provided in subsections A, B, C and D of this section no person or entity shall perform
construction activities, perform any activity requiring a building permit, or operate heavy equipment,
except as follows:
Location Day of the Week Permitted Time
Residential Zone Districts- Heavy Equipment- Between 7:00am
Interior or Exterior
Monday-Friday
and 6:00pm
Hand Tools: Hand Tools may be used at any Other Tools- Between 7:00am and
time within the interior of a fully enclosed 8:00pm
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structure provided that there is no Heavy Equipment- Between 9:00am
construction related sound at the property and 5:00pm
line. Saturday Other Tools Between 8:00am and
For the purposes of this section "hand tools" 7:00pm
shall mean tubing cutters, volt-ohm meters,
manual pipe benders, pliers, wrenches,
screwdrivers, paint brushes, rollers, torches, Heavy Equipment- Not Permitted
brooms, and similar tools that are Sunday Other Tools- Between 9:00am and
substantially silent in operation. "Hand tools" 6:00pm
shall not include hammers or any other item
used as a striking implement.
All other Zone Districts- Heavy Equipment- Between 6:00am
Exterior* Any and 6:00pm
Other Tools- Between 6:00am and
8:00pm
Exception: Any property that shares a lot An y
Heavy Equipment-
line with a Residential Zone District Same as Residential Zone Districts
All other Zone Districts- Any Other Tools-Any
Interior Hand Tools-An
Heavy Equipment*For purposes of this section, "heavy equipment" shall mean gasoline or diesel
powered air compressors, gasoline or diesel powered saws, bulldozers, jackhammers, pile drivers,
power hammers, chain saws, graders, riveters, earthmovers, tree and stump grinders, trenchers, cement
mixers, tractors, power hoists or derricks, demolition balls, power shovels, dump trucks, and power
equipment on wheels or traction chains, or other similar equipment, but shall not include garbage trucks,
which are governed by separate agreement within the village non-construction delivery vehicles, trucks
operating on designated truck routes, or snow removal equipment.
Residential Zone District ***For the purposes of this section "Residential Zone District' shall include all
zone districts R1, R2, R3, R4 and R5 with the additional inclusion of any contiguous street, right-of-way,
or public owned property.
Other Tools** For the purposes of this section "Other Tools" shall mean any construction tool that is
neither defined herein as"Hand Tools" or"Heavy Equipment'. Other tools shall include-but not be limited
to: electric compressors, nailers, hammers, electric saws, drills, or similar equipment.
Exceptions:
1. Emergencies: The limitations stated in this section shall not apply in any situation which
requires heavy equipment or other tools in emergencies to assist or avoid a problem related
to health or to safety of persons or property, or to sewer, water, power, utility, or telephone
interruptions.
2. Work by Public Agencies: The limitations stated in this section may be waived by the board of
trustees by resolution for work undertaken by any public body or agency for the benefit of the
public. The board of trustees may attach to any such waiver all conditions it deems necessary
to protect the public health, safety or welfare.
3. Waiver: The limitations stated in this section may be waived by the building official in areas of
the village zoned for nonresidential uses pursuant to the village zoning ordinance; provided,
however, that no such waiver shall be granted unless the building official finds that:
a. The party seeking the waiver will suffer a unique or unusual hardship unless the
waiver is granted; and
b. The granting of a waiver will not cause a substantial or undue adverse impact upon
adjacent property or upon the public health, safety and welfare.
c. The village manager may attach to such waiver all conditions he deems necessary to
protect the public health, safety or welfare.
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4. Building Permits:Work undertaken pursuant to any permit issued by the village shall be
subject to the provisions of this section.
L. Off-Site Maintenance: In addition to the provisions of Title 8 and International Property
Maintenance Code Section 302.1 of the of this code no permitee shall allow any run-off, dirt, mud,
debris or similar materials to be deposited upon and remain on any area outside of the premises
upon which the permit was issued. Such premises shall include- but not be limited to Public or
Private: Streets, Right-of-ways, Sanitary or storm sewers, and/or any other premises not included
within the scope of the permit. Any such materials shall be immediately removed and the area
shall be restored to a clean condition-with no visible residue. The application for a permit shall
constitute notice to the applicant and permit holder, no additional notice shall be required until a
final Certificate of Occupancy is issued. Failure to maintain any off-site area in conformance with
this section shall be adequate cause for the immediate posting of a"Stop Work"order. Repeat
and/or continued offenses shall be adequate cause for the building official to suspend the permit
pursuant to Section 105.6.1 of the International Building Code or Section R105.6.1 of the
International Residential Code as adopted and amended within this code.
M. Construction Site Sign: The building official may require a construction site sign to be posted
on any Commercial or Residential project where a protective barrier, fence, barricade, or canopy
is required by this code. The sign format and required information shall be as specified by the
building official.
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EXHIBIT C
Section 10-2-1: FIRE CODES ADOPTED BY REFERENCE
INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE
2015 Edition, published by the International Code Council, Inc.
Section 10-2-2: AMENDMENTS
International Fire Code Amendments:
CHAPTER 1
ADMINISTRATION
Subsection 101.1 Title. Is amended by inserting the words"Village of Oak Brook, IL."
101.2.1 Appendices Provisions in the appendices shall not apply unless specifically adopted.
Appendices B, C, D, E, f, G, H, I &J are hereby adopted and amended as noted below."
103.2 Appointment. 103.2 Appointment.The fire code official shall be appointed by the chief
appointing authority of the jurisdiction; and the fire code official shall not be removed from office except
for cause and after full opportunity to be heard on specific and relevant charges by and before the
appointing authority. All references to fire code official within this code shall refer to the Fire Chief and/or
Deputies as designated in Section 103.3 of this code.
103.3 Deputies. In accordance with the prescribed procedures of this jurisdiction and with the
concurrence of the appointing authority, the fire code official shall have the authority to appoint a deputy
fire code official, other related technical officers, inspectors and other employees.
105.7.5 Fire alarm and detection systems and related equipment.A construction permit is required for
installation of or modification to fire alarm and detection systems and related equipment. Routine
maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered a modification and does not
require a permit. Any maintenance, correction or repair performed to correct a cited violation shall not be
considered routine and shall require a permit.
105.7.6 Fire pumps and related equipment. A construction permit is required for installation of or
modification to fire pumps and related fuel tanks, jockey pumps, controllers, and generators. Routine
maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered a modification and does not
require a permit. Any maintenance, correction or repair performed to correct a cited violation shall not be
considered routine and shall require a permit.
SECTION 108
APPEALS
108.1 General. A person shall have the right to appeal a decision of the Fire Chief and/or building official.
For the purposes of this Code, all appeals of decisions relating to this Code shall be referred to the Circuit
Court of DuPage County
108.2 Limitations. An appeal shall be based on a claim that the true intent of this code or the rules
legally adopted thereunder has been incorrectly interpreted, the provisions of this code do not fully apply
or an equally good or better form of construction is proposed."
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109.3 Violation penalties. Any person who violates a provision of this code or fails to comply with any of
the requirements thereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs a building or structure in violation of
the approved construction documents or directive of the building official, or of a permit or certificate
issued under the provisions of this code, shall be subject to fines and penalties as those specified in
Section 1-3-1 of the Village Code.
CHAPTER 2
DEFINITIONS
Accessible, Readily(Readily Accessible). Capable of being reached quickly for operation, renewal, or
inspections without requiring those to whom ready access is requisite to climb over or remove obstacles
or to resort to portable ladders, and so forth.
Responsible Party. Except as otherwise specified herein, the owner or the owner's designated agent
shall be responsible for the maintenance of buildings, structures and premises. In addition, any other
person or entity who may be reasonably considered to have a role or responsibility in the creation,
continuation, or correction of any violation of this code shall be a responsible party or additional
responsible party for such violation.
CHAPTER 5
FIRE SERVICE FEATURES
505.1.1 Emergency response building access identification. New and existing buildings shall be
provided with building access identification at each exterior hinged, sliding or overhead door or door
group that provides immediate access into the same area. The main entry—as determined by the code
official—shall be designated as door 1". Numbering shall continue in a clockwise sequential manner for
all doors or door groups providing building access. Identification numbers shall be on the interior and
exterior of each door, affixed to or directly adjacent to the door. Identification numbers shall contrast with
their background. Identification numbers shall be Arabic numbers. Numbers shall not be spelled out. Each
character shall be not less than 4 inches (102 mm) high with a minimum stroke width of 1/2 inch (12.7
mm). Where any door cannot be readily viewed from the exterior, a monument, pole or other sign or
means shall be used to identify the door or door group. Identification numbers shall be maintained.
Exceptions:
1. Existing buildings in Malls and existing Anchor Buildings that meet all of the following
conditions:
1.1 There is an existing and properly maintained alternate door identification system in place
for all exterior doors.
1.2 The alternate door identification system is approved.
1.3 The Mall area is greater than 500,000 square feet.
2. Doors to dedicated spaces-such as Mechanical Rooms, Electrical Rooms, Storage Rooms,
Fire Sprinkler Rooms, etc. -shall be labeled to indicate the use of the space and shall not be
included in the numbering sequence unless this space may also be accessed from the
interior of the building.
3. Buildings having less than four(4) exterior doors or door groups as regulated by this section.
4. Occupancy group R-3.
5. Any building that is one or more of the following:
5.1 Listed, or certified as eligible for listing by the State Historic Preservation Officer or the
Keeper of the National Register of Historic Places, in the National Register of Historic
Places.
5.2 Designated as historic under an applicable state or local law.
5.3 Certified as a contributing resource within a National Register-listed, state-designated or
locally designated historic district.
506.1 Where required. In any new or existing structure, other than one- and two-family dwellings, where
access to or within the structure or an area is restricted because of secured openings or where immediate
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access is necessary for life-saving or fire-fighting purposes, the fire code official shall require one or more
key boxes to be installed in approved locations. The key box shall be of an approved type listed in
accordance with UL 1037, and shall contain properly and permanently labeled keys to gain necessary
access as required by the fire code official.-, including- but not limited to: all gates, doors, hatches, ladder
guards, elevators, and fire protection systems. Additional and/or larger boxes shall be provided if
manufacturer's box fill specifications are exceeded. Each key, key ring, tag, or keycard shall be counted
as a separate item when calculating box fill. There shall be a separate box for each individual occupant.
Exception: Separate boxes shall not be required where the fire code official finds that a multiple
occupant box provides equivalent access due to:
1. A properly maintained master key system that provides all necessary access.
Or
2. A limited number of occupants that utilize a common exterior entrance.
Or
3. Approval of a Modification as detailed in Section 104.8 of this code.
CHAPTER 9
FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS
901.4.7 General. Systems, devices and equipment to detect a fire, actuate an alarm, or suppress or
control a fire or any combination thereof shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times in
accordance with the International Fire Code. At the time of construction, clear and unobstructed,
accessible floor space with the minimum dimensions of 30"w x 36"d x 80"h shall be provided at each of
the following:
a. Fire alarm pull station.
b. Fire hydrant
c. Standpipe
901.6.2.2 Records The responsible party shall maintain current records of all system inspections, tests
and maintenance required by the referenced standards by:
a. Submitting written documentation of any such activity to the fire code official within 30 days of
its occurrence,
And
b. Maintaining a complete set of current records on site, accessible, and available to the fire
code official upon request.
Section 903. Automatic Sprinkler Systems is amended as follows:
903.1 General. (As written in Model Code)
903.2 Where required.Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be
provided, for all Group H occupancies, and all other occupancies in the locations as follows:
1. The fire area exceeds 1,000 square feet(93 mz);
2. The building has more than one story.
3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge;
4. The building has a basement.
It shall be unlawful for the owner of any building or structure to sell, transfer, mortgage, or otherwise
dispose of such building or structure to another until the automatic sprinkler system requirements of this
section are fully met.
Exceptions:
a. Existing, legally occupied R-2 occupancies.
b. Existing, legally occupied R-3 single family occupancies as regulated by the International
Residential Code.
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903.2.1 Group A. Per Section 903.2
903.2.2 Ambulatory Care Facilities
903.2.2.1 Ambulatory care facilities.An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout the
entire floor containing an ambulatory care facility where either of the following conditions exists at-any
time:
1. Four or more care recipients are incapable of self preservation, whether rendered incapable
by staff or staff has accepted responsibility for care recipients already incapable.
2. One or more care recipients that are incapable of self-preservation are located at other than
the level of exit discharge serving such a facility.
In buildings where ambulatory care is provided on levels other than the level of exit discharge, an
automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout the entire floor where such care is provided as
well as all floors below, and all floors between the level of ambulatory care and the nearest level of exit
discharge, including the level of exit discharge.
903.2.3 Group E. Per Section 903.2
903.2.4 Group F. Per Section 903.2, with the following addition:
903.2.4.1 Woodworking operations. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all
Group F-1 occupancy fire areas that contain woodworking operations in excess of 500 square feet in area
46 m2) which generate finely divided combustible waste or which use finely divided combustible
materials.
903.2.5 Group H. (As written in Model Code)
903.2.6 Group I. Per Section 903.2
903.2.7 Group M. Per Section 903.2
903.2.7.1 High-piled storage. (As written in Model Code)
903.2.8 Group R. Per Section 903.2
903.2.9 Group S-1. Per Section 903.2, with the addition of:
903.2.9.1 Repair garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings used
as repair garages in accordance with the International Building Code where one of the following
conditions exists:
1. The fire area exceeds 1,000 square feet(93 m2);
2. The building has more than one story.
3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge;
4. The building has a basement.
5. The building is used for repair or storage of commercial trucks or buses.
903.2.9.2 Bulk storage of tires. Buildings and structures where the area for the storage of tires exceeds
2,000 cubic feet (57 m) shall be equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance
with Section 903.3.1.1.
903.2.10 Group S-2. Per Section 903.2, with the addition of:
903.2.10.1 Commercial parking garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout
buildings used for storage of commercial trucks or buses.
903.2.11 Specific buildings and hazards (As written in Model Code)
903.2.12 During construction. (As written in Model Code)
903.2.13 Group U. Per Section 903.2
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903.3.9 Control valve accessibility. Fire sprinkler control valves shall be installed in a Readily
Accessible location where either of the following conditions occurs:
1. A new or replacement valve is installed.
2. A fire sprinkler system is reconfigured to add and/or modify the location of 20 or more
sprinkler heads.
903.4.1 Monitoring Alarm, supervisory and trouble signals shall be distinctly different and shall be
automatically transmitted to the DuPage Public Safety Communications (DuComm) in accordance with
NFPA 72.
903.5 Testing and maintenance. (As written in Model Code)
903.6 Existing buildings. (As written in Model Code)
907.5.2.4 Audio visual alarms.An audio visual alarm shall be installed in an approved location; above,
or in close proximity to the exterior main entrance to each occupancy or tenant space.
907.7.3 Zones. Each floor shall be zoned separately and shall comply with all of the following conditions:
1. No one fire zone shall exceed twenty thousand (20,000) square feet(1,858 m2)
2. No automatic sprinkler zone shall exceed fifty-two thousand (52,000) square feet (4,831 m2)
for any one floor.
3. There shall be a minimum of four zones per floor for the installed alarm system:
a. pull stations
b. water flow
c. heat detection
d. smoke detection
4. The length of any zone shall not exceed 300 feet(91.440 meters) in any direction.
Exception: Automatic sprinkler system zones shall not exceed the area permitted by
NFPA 13.
907.7.5 Monitoring. All fire protection equipment shall be supervised/monitored and shall terminate with
the DuPage Public Safety Communications (DuComm) in accordance with NFPA 72. Unless specifically
permitted by the Fire Chief, all new construction and panel replacements shall be monitored utilizing
approved wireless communications.
Exceptions: (As written in Model Code)
CHAPTER 31
TENTS AND MEMBRANE STRUCTURES'
3103.2 Approval required.
Tents and membrane structures having an area in excess of 400 square feet(37 m2) shall not be
erected, operated or maintained for any purpose without first obtaining a permit and approval from the
fire code official and building official.
Exceptions:
1. Tents used exclusively for recreational camping purposes.
2. Tents open on all sides that comply with all of the following:
2.1. Individual tents having a maximum size of 700 square feet(65 m2).
2.2. The aggregate area of multiple tents placed side by side without a fire break clearance of
12 feet(3658 mm), not exceeding 700 square feet(65 m2)total.
2.3. A minimum clearance of 12 feet(3658 mm)to all structures and other tents
2.4 Individual tents having an occupancy load of 49 or less-as calculated by Section 1004 of
this code.
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APPENDIX D
FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS ROADS
D102.1 Access and loading. Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be
accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus access road with an
asphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface capable of supporting the imposed load of fire
apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds (34 050 kg). Parking or paved areas that are not capable of
supporting fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds(34,050 kg) shall be clearly identified by
arches or other structure as approved by the fire code official.
D102.1.1 Areas for aerial apparatus setup. Any paved area where the fire code official determines that
aerial apparatus may set up shall be capable of supporting the imposed point load from an outrigger of at
least 75,000 pounds per square foot.
D103.6 Signs. Unless otherwise approved by the fire code official, all new and existing fire apparatus
access roads shall be marked with permanent NO PARKING—FIRE LANE signs complying with Figure
D103.6. Signs shall have a minimum dimension of 12 inches (305 mm)wide by 18 inches (457 mm) high
and have red letters on a white reflective background. Signs shall be posted on one or both sides of the
fire apparatus road as required by Section D103.6.1 or D103.6.2.
SIGN TYPE W SIGN TYPE "C" SIGN! TYPE "0"
NO N NO
PAR JNG PA INC PAR K+
FIRE LANE FIRE LANE FIRE LANE 18"
2" 12it
ice
FIGURE D103.6
FIRE LANE SIGNS
D103.6.1 Roads 20 to 26 feet in width. Fire lane signs as specified in Section D103.6 shall be posted on
both sides of fire apparatus access roads that are 20 to 26 feet wide (6096 to 7925 mm). Fire lane signs
shall be located so that there is one sign at the beginning of the designated fire lane, with additional signs
as required to maintain signage in a clearly visible and readable location from every point throughout the
designated fire lane. Unless otherwise approved by the fire code official, spacing between fire lane signs
shall not exceed 50 feet, as measured along the side of the road.
D103.6.2 Roads more than 26 feet in width. Fire lane signs as specified in Section D103.6 shall be
posted on one side of fire apparatus access roads more than 26 feet wide (7925 mm) and less than 32
feet wide (9754 mm). Fire lane signs shall be located so that there is one sign at the beginning of the
designated fire lane, with additional signs as required to maintain signage in a clearly visible and readable
location from every point throughout the designated fire lane. Unless otherwise approved by the fire
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code official,_spacing between fire lane signs shall not exceed 50 feet, as measured along the side of the
road.
10-2-3: CERTAIN LIMITS ESTABLISHED:
is deleted in its entirety and reserved for future use
10-2-3 RESERVED
10-2-4: FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT:
is deleted in its entirety and reserved for future use.
10-2-4:RESERVED
APPENDIX B
FIRE-FLOW REQUIREMENTS FOR BUILDINGS.
Section B 101.1 Scope is hereby amended by the addition of the following "This appendix shall not be
construed to mandate infrastructure improvements at Village of Oak Brook expense."
Section B103.1 is hereby amended to read as follows "The fire chief is authorized to reduce the fire-flow
requirements for isolated buildings or a group of buildings where development of full fire-flow
requirements is impractical."
APPENDIX C
FIRE HYDRANT LOCATIONS AND DISTRIBUTION
Section C 101.1 Scope is hereby amended by the addition of the following "This appendix shall not be
construed to mandate infrastructure improvements at Village of Oak Brook expense."
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Exhibit D
7-2-1 SCHEDULE XV, FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS ROADS
Adoption Of The International Fire Code
In lieu of using any section, or in addition to any section of this title, the officer issuing a citation may issue
it by using any of the sections of the currently adopted International Fire Code, as amended, which is
incorporated and adopted by reference as a part of this title, All citations issued for these violations shall
be in the name of the village and may refer to the numbered sections of either the Illinois vehicle code, or
this title, but shall also be referred to as an ordinance violation in the traffic ticket or complaint:
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A FIRE PREVENTION CCDE
PRESCRIBING REGULATIONS GOVERNING CONDI^1IONS
HAZARDOUS TO LIFE AND PROPERTY FROM FIRE OR
EXPLOSION, AND ESTABLISHING A BUREAU OF FIRE
PREVENTION AND PROVIDING OFFICERS THEREFORE
AND DEFINING THEIR POWERS AND DUTIES
Whereas , the corporate authorities of each municipality may
prevent fire hazards pursuant to the provisions of Division 8,
Article 11 of the Illinois Municipal Code of 1961; and
Whereas, all local officers charged with the duty of investi-
gating fires are authorized to enforce such fire prevention and
safety standards and rules adopted by the corporate authorities ,
pursuant to Section 9 of the State Fire Marshal Act (Section 9 ,
j Chapter 127-1/2 , Illinois Revised Statutes, 1967) ; and
Whereas, any municipality is authorized to adopt by reference,
as criteria for the issuance of construction, reconstruction, alter-
ation or installation permits, the provisions of fire prevention
codes, without setting forth the provisions of such regulations in
full, provided that at least three (3) copies of such regulations
which are incorporated or adopted by reference are filed in the
office of Clerk of the municipality and there kept available for
public use, inspection and examination, pursuant to the provisions of
Division 3 of Article 1 of the Illinois Municipal Code of 1961; any
Whereas , the corporate authorities of the Village of Oakbrook
deem it to be in the interest of public health and safety to adopt
by reference the -regulations of the Fire Prevention Code of the
American Insurance Association with certain exceptions;
BE IT ORDAINED by the President and Board of Trustees of to
Village of Oakbrook, DuPage County, Illinois:
Section 1. Adoption of Fire Prevention Code.
P
There is hereby adopted by the President and Board of Trustees
of the Village of Oakbrook, DuPage County, Illinois , for the purpcse
of prescribing regulations governing conditions hazardous to iii`
and property from fire or ex-plosion, that certain code known as t .e
Fire Prevention Code recommended by the American Insurance Association,
being particularly the 1965 edition thereof and the whole thereof,
save and except such portions as are hereinafter deleted, modified
or amended (by Sectior. 7 of this ordinance) , of which code not less
than three (3) copies have been and now are filed in the office of
the Clerk of the Village of Oakbrook and the same are hereby adopted
and incorporated as fully as if set out at length herein, and from
the date on which this ordinance shall take effect, the provisions
thereof shall be controlling within the limits of the Village of
Oakbrook.
Sectior. 2. Establishment and Duties of Bureau of Fire Prevention.
a) The Fire Prevention Code shall be enforced by the Bureau
of Fire Prevention in the Fire Department of the Village of Oak'--root
which is hereby established and which shall be operated under the I
supervision of the Chief of the Fire Department.
b) The Chief in charge of the Bureau of Fire Preventic s',--all
po_nted by Presic cnt and Board of Trustcc s of the Vil_- r.
2-
Oa'.rbrcac on the basis of examination to determine his qualifications.
His appointment shall continue during good behavior and satisfactory
service, and he shall not be removed from office except for cause
after public trial.
c) The Chief of the Fire Department may detail such memmbers
of the fire department as inspectors as shall from time to time be
necessary. The Chief of the Fire Department shall recomax.-tend to the
President and Board of Trustees the employment of technical inspectors ,
who, when such authorization is made, shall be selected through a :
examination to determine their fitness for the position. The examina-
tion shall be open to members and non-members of the fire department,
and appointments made after examination shall be for an indefinite
term with removal only for cause.
d) A report of the Bureau of Fire Prevention shall be made
annually and transmitted to the chief executive officer of the munici-
pality; it shall contain all proceedings under this code, with such
statistics as the Chief of the Fire Department may wish to include
therein; the Chief of the Fire Department shall also recommend any
amendments to the code which, in his judgment, shall be desirable.
Section 3. Definitions.
a) wherever the word "Municipality" is used in the Fire Pre-
vention Code, it shall be held to mean the Village of Oakbrook.
b) Wherever the term "Corporation Counsel" is used in the
Fire Prevention Code, it shall be held to ` mean the Attorney for
the Village of Oakbrook.
Section 4 . Establishment of Limits of Districts in which
Storage of Explosives and Blasting Agents is
to be Prohibited.
The limits referred to in Section 12 .5b of the Fire Prevention_
Code, in which storage of explosives and blasting agents is pro-
hibited, are hereby established as follows:
The entire area of the Village of Oakbrook.
Section 5. Establishment of Limits of Districts in which
Storage of Flammable Liquids in Outside Above-
ground Tanks is to be Prohibited.
a) The limits referred to in Section 16 . 22a of the Fire Preven-
tion Code in which storage of flammable liquids in outside above-
ground tanks is prohibited, are hereby established as follows :
All business districts, institutional districts
and office - research —assembly districts as de-
fined and classified in the Zoning Ordinance of
the Village of Oakbrook, Illinois, of 1966 , as
amended.
b) The limits referred to in Section 16. 51 of the Fire Preven-
tion Code, in which new bulk plants for flammable or combustible
liquids are prohibited, are hereby established as follows :
All business districts, institutional districts
and office - research - assembly districts as de-
f4 ned and classified in the Zoning Ordinance of
the Village of Oakbrook, Illinois, of 1966 , as
amended.
Section 6 . Establish_-.s of Limits in which Bulk Storar_,e o
Lic•iiefied Petroleum 'Gases is 'to be Restrict. d.
The limits referred to in Section 21. 6a of the Fire Prevention
Code, in which bulk storage liquefied petroleum gas is restricte ad,,
are hereby established as follows :
All business districts, institutional districts
and office - research - assembly districts as de-
fined and classified in the Zoning Ordinance of
the Village of Oakbrook, Illinois , of 1906 , as
amended.
Section 7 . P.rdendments Made 'in 'the Fire Prevention_ Code.
The Fire Prevention Code is amended and changed in the following
respects to delete those Articles which govern activities '-and uses not
permitted under. the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Oakbrook,
Illinois, of 1966, as amended, to delete from said Code those Articles
as having no application in this municipality, to-wit:
t Articles 2, 3, Section 16. 65; and Article 17.
J
Section 8. Modifications.
The Chief of the Bureau of Fire Prevention shall have power to
modify any of the provisions of the Fire Prevention Code upon appli-
cation in writing by the owner or lessee, or his duly authorized agent,
when there are practical difficulties in the way of carrying out the
strict letter of the Code, provided that the spirit of the Code sh".'_1
be observed, public safety secured, and substantial justice dona.
The particulars of such modification when granted or allowed and, the
decision of the Chief of the Bureau of Fire Prevention thereon_ shall
be entered upon the records of the department and a signed copy shall
be furnished the applicant.
Section 9 . Appeals.
Whenever the Chief of the Fire Department shall disapprove an
application or refuse to grant a permit applied for, or when it is
claimed that the provisions of the Code do not apply or that the
true intent and meaning of the Code have been misconstrued or wrongly
interpreted, the applicant may appeal from the decision of the Chief
of the Fire Department to the President and Board of Trustees of th_e
Village of Oakbrook within thirty (30) days from the date of the
decision appealed.
Section 10 . New Materials, processes or Occupancies which may
Require Permits'.'
The Chairman of the Fire Committee of the Board of Trustees of
the Village of Oakbrook, the Chief of the Fire Department and the
Chief of the Bureau of Fire Prevention shall act as a committee to
determine and specify, after giving affected persons an opportunity
to be heard, any new materials, ,processes or occupancies, which
shall require permits, in addition to those now enumerated in sa d
Code. The Chief of the Bureau of Fire Prevention shall posy. such_
list in a conspicuous place in his office, and distribute copies
thereof to interested persons.
Section 11. Penalties.
a) Any person who shall. violate any of the provisions of
the Code hereby adopted or fail to comply therewith, or who shall vic-
4-
1 late or fail to comely with any order made thereunder, or who shall
build In Viol ,
Li0i1 Of any detailed statement of specifications or
plans submitted and approved thereunder, or any certificate or per-
mit issued thereunder, and from which no appeal has been taker., or
who shall fail to comply with such an order as affirmed or modified
by the President and Board of Trustees or by a court of competen`C
jurisdiction, within the time fixed herein, shall severally for eac.
and every such violation and noncompliance respectively, be guilty
of a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not less than $25.00 nor
more than $500. 00. The imposition of one penalty for any Violation
shall not excuse the violation or permit it to continue; and all-
such persons shall be required to correct or remedy such. violatio__s
or defects within a reasonable time; and when not otherwise specified,
each ten (10) days that prohibited conditions are maintained shall
constitute a separate offense.
b) The application of the above penalty shall not be held to
prevent the enforced removal of prohibited conditions.
Section 12. Repeal "of Coniflictirig Ordinances.
Ordinance No. G-92, entitled "An Ordinance Prohibiting Burning
of Noxious Combustible Material Within the Village of Oakbrook,
Illinois" , passed and approved by the President and Board of Trustees
of the Village of Oakbrook on August 27 , 1968, be and the same is
hereby repealed and all former ordinances or parts thereof conflict-
ing or inconsistent with the provisions of this ordinance or of the
Code hereby adopted are hereby repealed.
Section '13 . Validity.
The President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Oakb_occ
hereby declare that should any section, paragraph, sentence, cr word
of this ordinance or of the Code hereby adopted be declared for any
reason to be invalid, it is the intent of the 'P.resident and Board
of Trustees that it would have passed all other portions of this
ordinance independent of the elimination herefrom of any such por-
tion as may be declared invalid.
Section 14. Date 'of Effect.
This ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after
its approval as required by law.
PASSED and APPROVED by the President and Board of Trustees of
the Village of Oakbrook, DuPage County, Illinois, this
day of r <i:c: i .1969 .
APPROVED:
President
ATTEST:
Village Clerk
AYES:
LAYS:
ABSENT: . . . .1/2.
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EXHIBIT A
TITLE 10BUILDING REGULATIONSCHAPTER1BUILDINGCODESECTION: 10-1-1: Building Codes Adopted10-1-2: Building Code Amendments10-1-3: Director Of Community Development10-1-4: Numbering Buildings10-1-5: Violation; Penalty10-1-6: Demolition And Construction Site Management
10-1-1: BUILDING CODES ADOPTED: A. International Building Code: 2015 2021 edition, including appendix chaptersA, C, E, F, G, I, and K (see international building code section 101.2.1, 2015 2021 edition), published bytheInternationalCodeCouncil, Inc. B. International Residential Code: 2015 2021 edition, including appendix chaptersA, B, C, D, F, G, H, I, J, K, M, O, Q, R, S, T, and U (see international residential code section R101.2.1, 2015 2021 edition), published bythe International Code Council, Inc. C. International Mechanical Code: 2015 2021 edition, including appendix chapter A (seeinternationalmechanicalcodesection101.2.1, 2015 2021 edition), published by theInternationalCodeCouncil, Inc. D. State of Illinois Plumbing Code: 2014 edition, published by the Illinois Department ofPublic Health as attached and incorporated herein. E. National Electric Code (NEC): 2014 2020 edition, published bythe National FireProtectionAssociation. F. Illinois Safety Code For Elevators And Escalators: State of Illinois safety code forelevatorsand escalators as follows: 1. American Society Of Mechanical Engineers (ASME): a. Safety code for elevators and escalators (ASME A17.1-2013/CSA B44-2013) andperformancebasedsafetycodeforelevators and escalators (ASME A17.1-2007/CSA B44.7-07); b. Guide for inspection of elevators, escalators and moving walks (ASME A17.2-2012); c. Safety code for existing elevators and escalators (ASME A17.3-2005), but only asrequired under section 35(h) and (i) of the act and subsection F1d of this section; d. Safety standards for platform lifts and stairway chairlifts (ASME A18.1-21011); e. Standard for qualification of elevator inspectors (ASME QEI-1-2013). 2. American Society Of Civil Engineers (ASCE); American National Standards Institute (ANSI): a. Automated people mover standards (ANSI/ASCE/T&DI 21-13);
G. International Property Maintenance Code: 2015 2021 edition, including appendixchapter A, published by the International Code Council, Inc. H. Illinois Energy Conservation Code: International energy conservation code, 2015 2021edition, published bythe International Code Council, Inc., as adopted and amended by thestateofIllinois. I. International Existing Building Code: 2015 2021 edition, published by the InternationalCodeCouncil, Inc. J. International Fuel Gas Code: 2015 2021 edition, including appendix chapters A, B, C, andD (see international fuel gas code section 101.3, 2015 2021 edition), published by theInternationalCodeCouncil, Inc. K. International Swimming Pool And Spa Code: 2015 2021 edition, published bytheInternationalCodeCouncil, Inc. L. International Plumbing Code: Those sections of the international plumbing code, 20152021 edition, including appendix chapters C and F, published by the International CodeCouncil, Inc., which address subjects not expressly governed by the state of Illinois plumbingcode, 2014 edition, published bythe Illinois department of public health. (Ord. G-1084, 9-27-2016; Ord. G-1167, 7-14-2020)
10-1-2: BUILDING CODE AMENDMENTS: A. International Building Code Amendments: Chapter 1 Administration101.1Title. Is amended byinserting the words "Village of Oak Brook, IL." 102.4 Referenced Codes And Standards. Is amended to read as follows: The other codes listed in sections 101.4.1 through 101.4.7 and referenced elsewhere in thiscodeshallbe considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of eachsuch reference. Where differences occur between provisionsof this code and referencedstandards, the provisions of this code shall apply. Where differences occur betweenprovisionsofthisand any other provision of the village code, the most restrictive provisionshallapply. 103.2 Appointment. Is deleted in its entirety. 104.8 Liability. Delete reference to "member of the board of appeals." 105.1.1 Semi-Annual Permit. A semi-annual permit is required for the installation and/orcontinuanceofboarding on a vacant building. The building official is authorized to approveadditionalpermit(s) for individual cases, upon application of the owner or the owner'sauthorizedagent, providing that the applicant demonstrates approved cause and provides anapprovedplanandtimeframeforrestorationordemolition of the building. The details ofactiongranting the additional permit(s) shall be recorded and entered in the files of thedepartmentofbuildingsafety. 105.1.2 Annual Permit Records. Is deleted in its entirety. 105.2 Work Exempt From Permit. Exemptions from permit requirements ofthis code shallnotbe deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation ofthe provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. Permits shallnotberequiredforthefollowing:
Building: 1. One-story detached accessory structures, without foundations, used as tool and storagesheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 32 square feetandthecubic volume does not exceed 256 cubic feet. 2. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets & counter tops (not associated withkitchenorbath), and similar finish work with the condition that no structural, plumbing, orelectricalchangesoralterationsareassociatedwiththeseactivities. 3. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery. 4. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a one- or two-family occupancy that meetallof the following: a) Less than 24 inches (610 mm) deep, and do not exceed 2,500 gallons (9,463.5 l) - whenfilledtothehighest level that water can reach before it spills out, b) There is nopump, filtration or mechanical circulation of the water, andc) Installed entirely above ground. 5. Swings and other playground equipment less than fifteen feet (15') in height abovegrade. 6. Nonfixed and movable fixtures, cases, racks, counters and partitions not over 5 feet 9inches (1753 mm) in height. 7. Storm windows or storm doors installed over existing fenestration. 8. Retaining walls without integral stairways that are not over 30 inches in heightmeasuredfromthe lowest adjacent grade to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surchargeorimpoundingclassI, II or IIIA liquids. Electrical: 1. Repairs And Maintenance: Minor repair work, including the replacement of lamps ortheconnectionofapprovedportableelectrical equipment to approved permanentlyinstalledreceptacles. 2. Radio And Television Transmitting Stations: The provisions of this code shall not applytoelectrical equipment used for radio and television transmissions, but do apply toequipmentandwiring for a power supply and the installations of towers and antennas. 3. Temporary Testing Systems: A permit shall not be required for the installation of anytemporarysystemrequiredforthetestingorservicingofelectrical equipment or apparatus. Gas: 1. Portable heating appliance. 2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make suchequipmentunsafe. Mechanical: 1. Portable heating appliance. 2. Portable ventilation equipment. 3. Portable cooling unit. 4. Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment regulatedbythiscode. 5. Replacement of any part that does not alter its approval or make it unsafe.
6. Portable evaporative cooler. 7. Self-contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds (5 kg) or less of refrigerantandactuatedbymotors of 1 horsepower (746 W) or less. Plumbing: 1. The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe, provided, however, thatifanyconcealedtrap, drain pipe, water, soil, waste or ventpipe becomes defective and itbecomes necessary to remove and replace the same with new material, such work shall beconsideredasnewworkandapermitshallbeobtainedandinspectionmadeasprovidedinthiscode. 2. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or fixtures and theremoval and reinstallation of water closets, provided such repairs do not involve or requirethereplacementorrearrangementofvalves, pipes or fixtures. Tents: Tents and membrane structures having an area in excess of 400 square feet (37 m2) shall notbe erected, operated or maintained for any purpose without first obtaining a permit andapprovalfromthefirecodeofficialorbuilding official. Exceptions: 1. Tents used exclusively for recreational camping purposes. 2. Tents open on all sides that comply with all of the following: 2.1. Individual tents having a maximum size of 700 square feet (65 m2). 2.2. The aggregate area of multiple tents placed side by side without a fire breakclearanceof 12 feet (3658 mm), not exceeding 700 square feet (65 m2) total. 2.3. A minimum clearance of 12 feet (3658 mm) to all structures and other tents. 2.4Individual tents having an occupancy load of 49 or less - as calculated by section 1004ofthiscode.
105.3.2 Time limitation of application. An application for a permit for any proposed work shall bedeemedtohave been abandoned 180 90 days after the date of filing, unless such application has beenpursuedingoodfaithorapermithasbeen issued; except that the building official is authorized tograntoneormoreextensionsoftimeforadditionalperiodsnotexceeding90dayseach. The extensionshallbe requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated. 105.5 Expiration. Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work on the siteauthorizedbysuchpermitiscommencedwithin90daysafteritsissuance, or if the workauthorizedon the site by such permit is suspended or abandoned for a period of 90 days afterthetimetheworkiscommenced. The building official is authorized to grant, in writing, one ormoreextensionsoftime. The extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable causedemonstrated. 105.5.1 Permit Expiration. The building official is authorized to grant, inwriting, one or moreextensionsoftime. The extension shall be requested in writing, prior to the expiration of thepermit, and justifiable cause demonstrated. If work is not completed after the expiration ofthegranted extension(s), the applicant shall pay an additional permit fee of one-half (1/ 2) oftheoriginal permit fee and provide the village with a new schedule for completion ofdemolitionand/or new construction. This provision is in addition to and does not negate theprovisionsofsection9-6-1of the village code.
105.5.2 Method For Determining Permit Expiration Date. Any 90 day period of validity shallcommencewhenthepermitisissued, each time the work is inspected by the building official, or when an extension is granted bythe building official. If, at the end of any 90 day period, there has been no subsequent request for inspection, or if an extension has not been granted, the permit shall become permanently invalid and any and all permit fees andrestoration/ completion bond(s) with the village of Oak Brook for this project shall be forfeit. Forfeiture shall not constitute a waiver of the village's rightto collect from the applicant theamountofadeficiencyinexcessof the bond. The village shall retain the rightto use all legaland equitable remedies available to it for collection of such deficiency. 105.6.1 Suspended Permits. Permits may be suspended for no more than 60 days. Within that60dayperiod, the cause or reason for suspension shall be corrected to meet the requirementsofthiscode, or the building official shall revoke the permit. If the cause or reason for thesuspensioniscorrected, the building official shall reinstate the permit with the expirationtimeframe starting on the date of reinstatement. There shall be an administrative fee of 50% of the total permit fee(s) for each reinstatement granted. Exception: The administrative fee shall be waived if the suspension was due to no fault of theapplicant, owner, or their agent(s). 105.6.2 Revoked Permits. Any permit which has been revoked shall become permanentlyinvalid, any and all fees and/or restoration/ completion bond(s) with the village of Oak Brookforthisprojectshallbeforfeit. Forfeiture shall not constitute a waiver of the village's righttocollectfromtheapplicanttheamountofadeficiencyinexcessof the bond. The village shallretaintherighttousealllegaland equitable remedies available to it for collection of suchdeficiency. Exception: Permit fees and restoration/completion bond(s) for permits revoked due to nofaultof the applicant, owner, or fee remitter may be refunded. This provision shall not beconstruedtoallow refund of a bond while there are outstanding fees, charges or conditionsneedingtobebroughtintocompliance. This provision shall not be construed to allow for therefund of application fees, planreview fees, inspection fees, engineering fees, or otherexpensesincurred by the village of Oak Brook. 105.7 Placement Of Permit. The building permit or copy shall be kept on the site of the workuntilthe completion of the project. The building permit or copyshall be prominentlydisplayedinalocationthatisvisibleandaccessibletothe public. 105.8 Completion Of Work Upon Which A Permit Has Expired Or Been Revoked. A new permitshallberequiredforcompletionand/or a certificate of occupancy. The outstanding work shallbereviewedunder the codes and ordinances adopted at the time of re-submittal. All fees andbondsshallberequiredasforanewpermitforthe entire scope of the work. 105.8.1 Premises Upon Which A Permit Has Expired Or Been Revoked. The premises shall bemaintainedina safe and secure condition at all times. 105.8.2 New Permit Application. Once a permit has expired or been revoked, the responsiblepartyshallimmediatelycommenceagoodfaith effort to obtain the required permits, including the submittal of construction plans, along with all fees and bonds within fifteen days (15 days) of expiration or revocation. If the submittals are not received within that fifteen (15) day period, an additional permit fee of one hundred dollars ($100.00) per day shall bepaidby the permittee for every day thereafter until the required submittals are received. Therequirement of permit(s) for completion and/or certificate of occupancy shall not be utilized
to preclude or be construed as a defense against other legal remedies available to satisfy theintentofthiscode. 105.9 R-2 Permit Holder Qualifications. For permits in an R-2 occupancy, the owner, owner'semployeeorcontractorservingasthe owner's representative shall demonstrate basicresidentialcodeknowledgebypassingthe test for: national standard general buildingcontractor (A), national standard building contractor (B), or national standard residentialcontractor (C) - as administered by the International Code Council - or approved and testedequivalent, for the issuance and duration of the permit. Failure to retain at least one requiredqualifiedperson, in a supervisory role, on a project shall be cause for immediate suspension ofthepermitpursuanttosection105.6.1 of this code. Licensure as a design professional shallnotbe considered equivalent. Exceptions: 1. Projects where a design professional is not required by section 107.1 of this code. 2. The building official is authorized to waive the qualification requirement for a projectwithatotalorremainingjobcostlessthan $25,000, or qualifies for a temporary certificate ofoccupancy. This waiver may be revoked for cause where the building official finds multipleand/or repeated violations of the village of Oak Brook code in the project. 107.1 General. Submittal documents consisting of construction documents and other datashallbesubmittedintwoormoresetswitheachapplicationforapermit. The constructiondocumentsshallbepreparedbyaregistereddesignprofessional. Where special conditionsexist, the building official is authorized to require additional construction documents to beprepared by a registered design professional. Exceptions: a. The building official is authorized to waive the submission of construction documentsandotherdatanotrequiredtobepreparedbyaregistereddesignprofessionalifitisfoundthatthe nature of the work applied for is such that reviewing of construction documents isnotnecessarytoobtaincompliancewiththiscode. b. The building official is authorized to waive the requirement for construction documentpreparationbyaregistereddesignprofessionalwhere the cost of construction does notexceedtwentyfivethousanddollars ($25,000) and the submittals are adequate to accuratelydepicttheproposedwork. c. The building official is authorized to waive the requirement for construction documentpreparationbyaregistereddesignprofessionalwhere the scope of the work is limited to: 1. Replacement without modification of existing doors and windows, electrical, mechanical or plumbing fixtures, 2. Replacement of existing electrical, mechanical or plumbing fixtures, 3. Re-roofing that does not involve structural modifications, 4. Landscaping, patios, sidewalks, driveways, and flatwork that does not involve a changeofgradeoraddition of impervious surface. 5. Other similar activities as determined bythe building official. 109.2 Schedule Of Permit Fees. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical andplumbingsystemsoralterationsrequiringapermit, a fee for each permit shall be paid asthose specified in section 10-4-1 of the village code. 113 Board Of Appeals. Is renamed "Appeals".
113.1 General. Aperson shall have the right to appeal a decision of the building official. Forthepurposesofthiscode, all appeals of decisions relating to this code shall be referred to thecircuitcourt of DuPage County. 113.2 Limitations On Authority. Is deleted in its entirety. 113.3 Qualifications. Is deleted in its entirety. 114.4 Violation Penalties. Any person who violates a provision of this code or fails to complywithanyof the requirementsthereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs a building orstructureinviolation of the approved construction documents or directive of the buildingofficial, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code, shall be subject tofines and penalties as those specified in section 1-3-1of the village code. 115.2 Issuance. The stop work order shall be in writing and shall be given to the owner of thepropertyinvolved, the owner's authorized agent, or the person performing the work, orpostedinaconspicuous place in or about the structure affected by such notice. Upon issuanceofastopwork order, the cited work shall immediately cease. The stop work order shall statethereasonfortheorderandtheconditionsunder which the cited work will be permitted toresume. Chapter 2 DefinitionsResponsibleParty. Except as otherwise specified herein, the owner or the owner's designatedagentshallberesponsibleforthemaintenanceof buildings, structures and premises. Inaddition, any other person or entity who may be reasonably considered to have a role orresponsibilityinthecreation, continuation, or correction of any violation of this code shall bearesponsiblepartyoradditionalresponsiblepartyforsuchviolation. Chapter 9 Fire Protection Systems903 Automatic Sprinkler Systems. Is deleted and amended to read in its entirety as follows: [F] 903.1 General. Automatic sprinkler systems shall comply with this section as required by20152021internationalfirecode, section 903, as adopted and amended by the village of OakBrook. Chapter 14 Exterior Walls1408.4.1 EIFS Drainage. All EIFS shall have an average minimum drainage efficiency of 90percent when tested in accordance with the requirements of ASTM E 2273. 1408.5.1 Height Above Grade. Standard EIFS systems shall not be installed closer than 8 feettofinishedexteriorgrade. Chapter 28 Mechanical Systems2801.2 Exterior Mechanical Equipment To Be Screened. All exterior heating, air conditioning, ventilating, generators, pool heaters, or other mechanical equipment shall be fully screened toprevent view of the equipment from any point at the finished grade along any lot line of theloton which the equipment is located. Screening materials shall be as approved by thebuilding official. Deciduous or annual plants shall not be approved as screening materials. 2801.3 Interior Mechanical Equipment To Be Identified. Approved, 3-dimensional signage isrequiredforanyofthefollowing that are concealed by ceiling or access panel: 1. Smoke, heat or duct detector. 2. Disconnect. 3. Air Handler.
4. Electric Reheat. Chapter 33 Safeguards During Construction3305.1 Facilities Required. Sanitary facilities shall be provided during construction, remodeling or demolition activities in accordance with the international plumbing code. 3306.1 Protection Required. Pedestrians shall be protected during construction, remodeling, excavation, and demolition activities, and from premises deemed to present imminent dangerasdefinedinthe2015 2021 international property maintenance code, section 109.1 asrequired by this chapter and table 3306.1. Signs shall be provided to direct pedestrian traffic. Required protective measures shall remain in place until the cause of need for such protectionnolongerexists, as determined by the building official. Protection, greater than or equal to theminimum required bytable 3306.1 shall form a complete and continuous enclosure, whereverprotection of any type is required. Exceptions: 1. Construction, remodeling, excavation, or demolition activities with protection equal toorgreaterthan the requirements of this section, as determined and approved in writing bythe building official. Examples include a scope of work completely limited to the interior of astructureandsiteswithexistingornaturalbarriersthatmeettheintentofthissection. 2. Construction, remodeling, excavation, or demolition activities that, bythe scope ornature of the work, would or could not be made substantially safer by the provision of suchprotection, as determined and approved inwriting by the building official. 3306.4 Construction Railings And Construction Fences. Construction railings shall be at least42inches (1067mm) in height and shall be sufficient to direct pedestrians aroundconstructionareas. 3306.4.1 Construction Fence Design. Construction fences shall be designed to resist windpressureasspecifiedinchapter16and constructed as follows: 1. Construction fence shall be at least 72 inches in height and shall form a completeenclosurearoundconstructionareas. 2. Construction fences shall be adequate to prevent nuisance. Screening shall be requiredifdustorwind- blown debris is present. 3. Construction fences shall be firmly weighted to or anchored into the ground. 4. Gaps or openings in fences shall be protected by doors or gates which are normallykeptclosed. 5. Doors or gates shall be at least the same height as the fence in which they are installed. 6. Doors or gates shall be kept locked when the site is unattended. 7. Construction fences shall be chain linkor equal, as approved by the building official. 8. Construction fence shall be built and maintained in a workmanlike manner, withappropriateconnection methods. Sections joined with tie wires, cable ties, or similar fastenersshallberejected. 3306.5 Barriers. Barriers shall be a minimum of 8 feet (2438 mm) in height and shall beplacedon the side of the walkway nearest the construction and as required by this chapterand table 3306.1. Barriers shall extend the entire length of the construction site whereadjacenttothe public way and as required by this chapter and table 3306.1 at all other
locations. Openings in such barriers shall be protected by doors which are normally keptclosed. Doorsshall be kept locked when the site is unattended. 3306.9 Adjacent To Excavations. Every excavation shall be protected as required by thischapter and table 3306.1. All protective structures shall be adequate to resist wind pressureasspecifiedinchapter16 of this code. 3307.3 Dust Abatement. Every permit applicant shall provide a dust and debris containmentand abatement plan. The plan shall conform to all applicable environmental, safety, and healthregulations, laws, rules, and guidelines. The plan shall stipulate and provide for 100% containment within the designated work zone. The plan shall be subject to approval by thebuilding official and made part of the approved permit. The plan shall be in written form andkeptonthejobsiteforthefullduration of the permitted project. Failure to contain dustand/or debris shall be cause for immediate suspension of any or all applicable permits and/orimmediate prosecution. Exception: Activities that, by the scope or nature of the work, would or could not be madesubstantiallysaferby the provision of such protection, as determined and approved by thebuilding official. Table 3306.1ProtectionOf PedestriansHeightOfStructure That Is UnderConstruction, Demolition, OrDangerous
Distance From ConstructionStructure To Lot Line Or PublicRightOfWay
Minimum Type OfProtectionRequiredHeightOfStructure That Is Under Construction, Demolition, Or DangerousDistanceFrom Construction Structure To Lot Line Or Public Right Of WayMinimumTypeOfProtection Required8feetorlessLessthan5feetConstructionfences5feetormoreConstructionrailingsMorethan8feetLessthanone-half the height of constructionBarrierandcoveredwalkwayMorethan8feetBetween one-half of and the height of constructionBarrierMorethan8feetExceedingtheheightof constructionConstructionfencesDepthOfExcavationDistanceFromExcavationToLotLine Or Public Right Of WayMinimumTypeOfProtection Required30inchesorless
Less than 5 feetConstructionrailings5feetormoreAsrequired by the building officialMorethan 30 inchesAnyConstructionfences
Chapter 34 Special Piping And Storage SystemsSection3401General3401.1 Scope. The provisionsof this chapter shall govern the design and installation of pipingandstorage systems for nonflammable medical gas systems and nonmedical oxygen systems. All maintenance and operations of such systems shall be in accordance with the internationalfirecode. Section 3402 Medical Gases [F] 3402.1 Nonflammable Medical Gases. Nonflammable medical gas systems, inhalationanestheticsystemsandvacuumpipingsystemsshallbe designed and installed in accordancewithNFPA99. Exceptions: 1. This section shall not apply to portable systems or cylinder storage. 2. Vacuum system exhaust terminations shall comply with the international mechanicalcode. Section 3403 Oxygen Systems [F] 3403.1 Design And Installation. Nonmedical oxygen systems shall be designed andinstalledinaccordancewithNFPA55andNFPA51. Chapter 36 Storm DrainageSection3601General3601.1 Scope. The provisionsof this chapter shall govern the materials, design, constructionandinstallationofstormdrainage. 3601.2 Disposal. Rainwater from roofs and storm water from paved areas, yards, courts andcourtyardsshalldraintoanapprovedplaceofdisposal. For one- and two- family dwellings, and where approved, storm water is permitted to discharge onto flat areas, such as streets orlawns, provided that the storm water flows away from the building. 3601.3 Prohibited Drainage. Storm water shall not be drained into sewers intended forsewageonly. 3601.4 Tests. The conductors and the building storm drain shall be tested in accordance withsection312of the 2015 international plumbing code. 3601.5 Change In Size. The size of a drainage pipe shall not be reduced in the direction of flow. 3601.6 Fittings And Connections. All connections and changes in direction of the stormdrainage system shall be made with approved drainage-type fittings in accordance with codetable706.3 of the 2015 international plumbing code. The fittings shall not obstruct or retardflowinthesystem.
3601.7 Roof Design. Roofs shall be designed for the maximum possible depth of water thatwillpond thereon as determinedby the relative levels of roof deck and overflow weirs, scuppers, edges or serviceable drains in combination with the deflected structural elements. In determining the maximum possible depth of water, allprimary roof drainage means shallbeassumedtobeblocked. The maximum possible depth of water on the roof shall include theheightof the water required above the inlet of the secondary roof drainage means to achievethe required flow rate of the secondary drainage means to accommodate the design rainfallrateasrequired by section 3606. 3601.8 Cleanouts Required. Cleanouts shall be installed in the storm drainage system andshall comply with the provisions of the 2015international plumbing code for sanitarydrainagepipecleanouts. Exception: Subsurface drainage system. 3601.9 Backwater Valves. Storm drainage systems shall be provided with backwater valves asrequiredforsanitarydrainagesystemsinaccordancewithsection715 of the 2015international plumbing code. Section 3602 Materials3602.1 General. The materials and methods utilized for the construction and installation ofstormdrainage systems shall comply with this section and the applicable provisions ofchapter7of the 2015 international plumbing code. 3602.2 Inside Storm Drainage Conductors. Inside storm drainage conductors installed aboveground shall conform to one of the standards listed in table 702.1 of the 2015 internationalplumbingcode. 3602.3 Underground Building Storm Drain Pipe. Underground building storm drain pipe shallconformtooneofthe standards listed in table 702.2 of the 2015international plumbing code. 3602.4 Building Storm Sewer Pipe. Building storm sewer pipe shall conform to one of thestandardslistedintable 3602.4. Table 3602.4BuildingStorm Sewer Pipe
Material StandardCast-iron pipe ASTM A 74; ASTM A 888; CISPI 301ConcretepipeASTMC14; ASTM C 76; CSA A257.1M; CSAA257.2MCopperorcopper-alloy tubing (type K, L, M orDWV) ASTM B 75; ASTM B 88; ASTM B 251; ASTM B 306Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic pipe (typeDWV, SDR26, SDR35, SDR41, PS50 or PS100) ASTM D 2665; ASTM D 3034; ASTM F 891; CSA B182.4; CSA B181.2; CSA B182.2VitrifiedclaypipeASTMC4; ASTM C 700
3602.5 Subsoil Drain Pipe. Subsoil drains shall be open jointed, horizontally splitorperforated pipe conforming to one of the standards listed in table 3602.5. Table 3602.5
Subsoil Drain Pipe
Material StandardCast-iron pipe ASTM A 74; ASTM A 888; CISPI 301Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic pipe (typeDWV, SDR26, SDR35, SDR41, PS50 or PS100) ASTM D 2665; ASTM D 3034; ASTM F 891; CSA B182.4; CSA B181.2; CSA B182.2Stainlesssteel drainage systems, type 316L ASME A 112.3.1VitrifiedclaypipeASTMC4; ASTM C 700
3602.6 Roof Drains. Roof drains shall conform to ASME A112.6.4 or ASME A112.3.1. 3602.7 Fittings. Pipe fittings shall be approved for installation with the piping materialinstalled, and shall conform to the respective pipe standards or one of the standards listed intable3602.7. The fittings shall not have ledges, shoulders or reductions capable of retardingorobstructingflowinthe piping. Threaded drainage pipe fittings shall be of the recesseddrainagetype. Table 3602.7PipeFittingsMaterial StandardMaterialStandardCast-iron ASME B16.4; ASME B16.12; ASTM A 888; CISPI 301; ASTM A 74CoextrudedcompositePVCDWV schedule40IPS-DR, PS140, PS200 (solid only) ASTM D 2665; ASTM D 3311; ASTM F 891
Coextruded composite PVC sewer and drainDR-PS in PS35, PS50, PS100, PS140, PS200 ASTM D 3034
Copper or copper-alloy ASME B16.15; ASME B16.18; ASME B16.22; ASME B16.23; ASME B16.26; ASME B16.29GrayironandductileironAWWAC110/A21.10MalleableironASMEB16.3Plastic, general ASTM F 409Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic ASTM D 2665; ASTM D 3311; ASTM F 1866SteelASMEB16.9; ASME B16.11; ASME B16.28Stainlesssteel drainage systems, type 316L ASME A112.3.1
Section 3603 TrapsReserved. Section 3604 Conductors And Connections
3604.1 Prohibited Use. Conductorpipes shall not be used as soil, waste or vent pipes, and soil, waste or vent pipes shall not be used as conductors. 3604.2 Floor Drains. Floor drains shall not be connected to a storm drain. Section 3605 Roof Drains3605.1 General. Roof drains shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer'sinstructions. The inside opening for the roof drain shall not be obstructed by the roofingmembranematerial. 3605.2 Roof Drain Flow Rate. The published roof drain flow rate, based on the head of waterabovetheroofdrain, shall be used to size the storm drainage system in accordance withsection 3606. The flow rate used for sizing the storm drainage piping shall be based on themaximum anticipated ponding at the roof drain. Section 3606 Size Of Conductors, Leaders And Storm Drains3606.1 General. The size of the vertical conductors and leaders, building storm drains, building storm sewers and any horizontal branches of such drains or sewers shall be based onthe 100-year hourly rainfall rate of four inches (4"). 3606.2 Size Of Storm Drain Piping. Vertical and horizontal storm drain piping shall be sizedbasedontheflowrate through the roof drain. The flow rate in storm drain piping shall notexceedthatspecifiedintable 3606.2. Table 3606.2StormDrainPipe SizingPipeSize (Inches) Capacity (g.p.m) VerticalDrainSlope Of Horizontal Drain1/16 InchPerFoot1/8 InchPerFoot1/4 InchPerFoot1/2 InchPerFootPipeSize (Inches) Capacity (g.p.m) VerticalDrainSlope Of Horizontal Drain1/16 InchPerFoot1/8 InchPerFoot
1/4 InchPerFoot1/2 InchPerFoot234152231443873955791114180811151632315311117165234331653824334448768981,1175057141,0101,42910
2,0509271,3111,8552,623123,2721,4802,0952,9604,187155,5432,5083,4565,0167,093
3606.3 Vertical Leader Sizing. Vertical leaders shall be sized based on the flow rate fromhorizontal gutters or the maximum flow rate through roof drains. The flow rate throughverticalleadersshallnotexceedthatspecifiedintable 3606.3. Table 3606.3VerticalLeader SizingSizeOfLeader (Inches) Capacity (g.p.m) Size Of Leader (Inches) Capacity (g.p.m) 2 302x23011/2 x 21/2 3021/2 5421/2 x 21/2 543922x49221/2 x 3 9241923x41/4 19231/2 x 4 1925360
4 x 5 36041/2 x 41/2 36065635x656351/2 x 51/2 563812086x81208
3606.4 Vertical Walls. In sizing roof drains and storm drainage piping, one-half of the area ofanyverticalwall that diverts rainwater to the roof shall be added to the projected roof areaforinclusionincalculatingthe required size of vertical conductors, leaders and horizontalstormdrainagepiping. 3606.5 Parapet Wall Scupper Location. Parapet wall roof drainage scupper and overflowscupper location shall comply with the requirementsof section 1503.4 of the internationalbuildingcode. 3606.6 Size Of Roof Gutters. Horizontal gutters shall be sized based on the flow rate from theroofsurface. The flow rate in horizontal gutters shall not exceed that specified in table 3606.6. Table 3606.6HorizontalGutter SizingGutterDimensionsa (Inches) Slope (Inch Per Foot) Capacity (g.p.m) Gutter Dimensionsa (Inches) Slope (Inch Per Foot) Capacity (g.p.m) 11/2 x 21/2 1/4 2611/2 x 21/2 1/2 4041/8 3921/4 x 3 1/4 5521/4 x 3 1/2 8751/8 744x21/2 1/4 1063x31/2 1/2 15661/8 1103x51/4 1573x51/2 22581/16 17281/8 24741/2 x 6 1/4 34841/2 x 6 1/2 494101/16 331
10 1/8 4725x81/4 6514x101/2 1055
a. Dimensions are width by depth for rectangular shapes. Single dimensions arediametersofasemicircle. Section 3607 Siphonic Roof Drainage Systems3607.1 General. Siphonic roof drains and drainage systems shall be designed in accordancewithASMEA112.6.9 and ASPE 45. Section 3608 Secondary (Emergency) Roof Drains3608.1 Secondary (Emergency Overflow) Drains Or Scuppers. Where roof drains are required, secondary (emergency overflow) roof drains or scuppers shall be provided where the roofperimeter construction extends above the roof in such a manner that water will be entrappediftheprimarydrainsallowbuildupforanyreason. Where primary and secondary roof drainsare manufactured as a single assembly, the inlet and outlet for each drain shall beindependent. 3608.2 Separate Systems Required. Secondary roof drain systems shall have the end point ofdischarge separate from the primary system. Discharge shall be above grade, in a location thatwould normally be observed by the building occupants or maintenance personnel. 3608.3 Sizing Of Secondary Drains. Secondary (emergency) roof drain systems shall be sizedinaccordancewithsection 3606 based on the rainfall rate for which the primary system issized. Scuppers shall be sized to prevent the depth of ponding water from exceeding that forwhich the roof was designed as determined by section 3601.7. Scuppers shall have an openingdimensionofnotlessthan4inches (102mm). The flow through the primary system shall notbe considered when sizing the secondary roof drain system. Section 3609 Combined Sanitary And Storm Public Sewer3609.1 General. Combined sanitary and storm sewer shall be prohibited. Section 3610 Controlled Flow Roof Drain Systems3610.1 General. The roof of a structure shall be designed for the storage of water where thestormdrainage system is engineered for controlled flow. The controlled flow roof drainsystemshallbe an engineered system in accordance with this section and the design, submittal, approval, inspection and testing requirements of section 105.4. The controlled flowsystemshallbe designed based on the required rainfall rate in accordance with section3606.1. 3610.2 Control Devices. The control devices shall be installed so that the rate of discharge ofwaterperminuteshallnotexceedthevaluesforcontinuousflowasindicatedinsection3610.1. 3610.3 Installation. Runoff control shall be by control devices. Control devices shall beprotectedbystrainers. 3610.4 Minimum Number Of Roof Drains. Not less than two roof drains shall be installed inroofareas10,000 square feet (929 m2) or less and not less than four roof drains shall beinstalledinroofsover 10,000 square feet (929 m2) in area.
Section 3611 Subsoil Drains3611.1 Subsoil Drains. Subsoil drains shall be open- jointed, horizontally split or perforatedpipeconformingtooneof the standards listed in table 3602.5. Such drains shall not be lessthan4inches (102 mm) in diameter. Where the building is subject to backwater, the subsoildrainshallbeprotectedbyanaccessiblylocatedbackwater valve. Subsoil drains shalldischargetoatrappedareadrain, sump, dry well or approved location above ground. Thesubsoil sump shall not be required to have either a gas-tight cover or a vent. The sump andpumpingsystemshall comply with section 3613.1. Section 3612Building Subdrains3612.1 Building Subdrains. Building subdrains located belowthe public sewer level shalldischargeintoasumporreceivingtank, the contents of which shall be automatically liftedanddischargedintothedrainagesystemasrequiredforbuildingsumps. The sump andpumpingequipment shall comply with section 3613.1. Section 3613 Sumps And Pumping Systems3613.1 Pumping System. The sump pump, pit and discharge piping shall conform to sections3613.1.1 through 3613.1.4. 3613.1.1 Pump Capacity And Head. The sump pump shall be of a capacity and headappropriatetoanticipateduserequirements. 3613.1.2 Sump Pit. The sump pit shall be not less than 18 inches (457 mm) in diameter andnotlessthan 24 inches (610 mm) in depth, unless otherwise approved. The pit shall beaccessibleandlocatedsuchthat all drainage flows into the pit by gravity. The sump pit shallbeconstructedoftile, steel, plastic, cast iron, concrete or other approved material, with aremovable cover adequate to support anticipated loads in the area of use. The pit floor shallbesolidandprovidepermanentsupportforthe pump. 3613.1.3 Electrical. Electrical service outlets, when required, shall meet the requirements ofNFPA70. 3613.1.4 Piping. Discharge piping shall meet the requirements of section 3602.2, 3602.3 or3602.4 and shall include a gate valve and a full flow check valve. Pipe and fittings shall be thesamesizeas, or larger than, the pump discharge tapping. Exception: In one- and two-family dwellings, only a check valve shall be required, located onthedischargepipingfromthe pump or ejector. Delete Chapter 36 in its entirety. StormDrainage covered under chapter 11 2021 IPCB. International Residential Code Amendments: Chapter 1 AdministrationR101.1 Title. Is amended byinserting the words "Village of Oak Brook, IL." R102.4 Referenced Codes And Standards. The codes and standards referenced in this codeshallbe considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each suchreference. Where differences occur between provisions of this code and referencedstandards, the provisions of this code shall apply. Where differences occur between provisions of thisand any other provision of the village code, the most restrictive provision shall apply. Exception: Where enforcement of a code provision would violate the conditions of the listingof the equipment or appliance, the conditions of the listing and manufacturer's instructionsshall apply.
R105.1.1 Annual Permit. An annual permit isrequired for the installation and/or continuanceofboarding on a vacant building. The building official is authorized to approve additionalpermit(s) for individual cases, upon application of the owner or the owner's authorized agent, providing that the applicant demonstrates approved cause and provides an approved planandtimeframeforrestorationordemolition of the building. The details of action granting theadditionalpermit(s) shall be recorded and entered in the files of the department of buildingsafety. R105.2Work Exempt From Permit. Exemptions from permit requirements of this code shallnotbe deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation ofthe provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. Permits shallnotberequiredforthefollowing: Building: 1. One-story detached accessory structures, without foundations, used as tool and storagesheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 32 square feetandthecubic volume does not exceed 256 cubic feet. 2. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, and cabinets & counter tops (not associated withkitchenorbath), and similar finish work with the condition that nostructural, plumbing, orelectricalchangesoralterationsareassociatedwiththeseactivities. 3. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery. 4. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a one- or two-family occupancy that meetallof the following: a) Less than 24 inches (610 mm) deep, and do not exceed 2,500 gallons (9,463.5 l) - whenfilledtothehighest level that water can reach before it spills out, b) There is nopump, filtration or mechanical circulation of the water, andc) Installed entirely above ground. 5. Swings and other playground equipment less than fifteen feet (15') in height abovegrade. 6. Storm windows or storm doors installed over existing fenestration. 7. Retaining walls without integral stairways that are not over 30 inches in heightmeasuredfromthe lowest adjacent grade to the top of the wall, unless supporting asurcharge. Electrical: 1. Listed cord-and-plug connected temporary decorative lighting. 2. Reinstallation of attachment plug receptacles but not the outlets therefor. 3. Replacement of branch circuit overcurrent devices of the required capacity in the samelocation. 4. Listed cord-and-plug connected electrical wiring, devices, appliances, apparatus orequipment operating at less than 25 volts, not capable of supplying more than 50 watts ofenergy, and not utilized for fire, smoke, heat or carbon monoxide detection or alarm. 5. Minor repair work, including the replacement of lamps or the connection of approvedportableelectrical equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles. Gas: 1. Portable heating, cooking or clothes drying appliances.
2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make suchequipmentunsafe. 3. Portable-fuel-cell appliances that are not connected to a fixed piping system and are notinterconnectedtoapowergrid. Mechanical: 1. Portable heating appliances. 2. Portable ventilation appliances. 3. Portable cooling units. 4. Steam, hot- or chilled-water piping within any heating or cooling equipment regulatedbythiscode. 5. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make suchequipmentunsafe. 6. Portable evaporative coolers. 7. Self-contained refrigeration systems containing 10 pounds (4.54 kg) or less ofrefrigerantorthatareactuatedbymotors of 1 horsepower (746 W) or less. 8. Portable-fuel-cell appliances that are not connected to a fixed piping system and are notinterconnectedtoapowergrid. Plumbing: 1. The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or ventpipe; provided, however, thatifanyconcealedtrap, drainpipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe becomes defective and itbecomes necessary to remove and replace the same with new material, such work shall beconsideredasnewworkandapermitshallbeobtainedandinspectionmadeasprovidedinthiscode. 2. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or fixtures, and theremovalandreinstallation of water closets, provided such repairs do not involve or requirethereplacementorrearrangementofvalves, pipes or fixtures. Tents: Tents and membrane structures having an area in excess of 400 square feet (37 m2) shall not be erected, operated or maintained for any purpose without first obtaining a permitandapprovalfromthefirecodeofficialorbuildingofficial. Exceptions: 1. Tents used exclusively for recreational camping purposes. 2. Tents open on all sides that comply with all of the following: 2.1. Individual tents having a maximum size of 700 square feet (65 m2). 2.2. The aggregate area of multiple tents placed side by side without a fire breakclearanceof 12 feet (3658 mm), not exceeding 700 square feet (65 m2) total. 2.3. A minimum clearance of 12 feet (3658 mm) to all structures and other tents. 2.4. Individual tents having an occupancy load of 49 or less - as calculated by section1004of this code.
105.3.2 Time limitation of application. Anapplication for a permit for any proposed work shall bedeemedtohave been abandoned 180 90 days after the date of filing, unless such application has beenpursuedingoodfaithorapermithasbeen issued; except that the building official is authorized tograntoneormoreextensionsoftimeforadditionalperiodsnotexceeding18090dayseach. Theextensionshallbe requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated.
R105.5 Expiration. Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work authorized bysuchpermitiscommencedwithin90daysafteritsissuance, or if the work authorized by suchpermitissuspendedorabandonedforaperiod of 90 days after the time the work iscommenced. The building official is authorized to grant, in writing, one or more extensions oftime, for periods not more than 90 days each. The extension shall be requested in writing andjustifiablecausedemonstrated. R105.5.1 Permit Expiration. The building official is authorized to grant, in writing, one ormoreextensionsoftime. The extension shall be requested in writing, prior to the expiration ofthepermit, and justifiable cause demonstrated. If work is not completed after the expirationof the granted extension(s), the applicant shall pay an additional permit fee of one-half (1/2) of the originalpermit fee and provide the village with a new schedule for completion. Thisprovision is in addition to and does not negate the provisions of section 9-6-1 of the villagecode. R105.5.2 Method For Determining Permit Expiration Date. Any 90 day period of validity shallcommencewhenthepermitisissued, each time the work is inspected by the building official, or an extension is granted by the building official. If, at the end of any 90 day period, there hasbeennosubsequentrequestforinspection, or if an extension has not been granted, the permitshallbecomepermanentlyinvalidand any and all permit fees and restoration/ completionbond(s) with the village of Oak Brook for this project shall be forfeit. Forfeiture shall notconstituteawaiver of the village's right to collect from the applicant the amount of adeficiencyinexcessof the bond. The village shall retain the rightto use all legal and equitableremedies available to it for collection of such deficiency. R105.6.1 Suspended Permits. Permits may be suspended for no more than 60 days. Withinthat60dayperiod, the cause or reason for suspension shall be corrected to meet therequirementsofthiscode, or the building official shall revoke the permit. If the cause orreasonforthesuspensioniscorrected, the building official shall reinstate the permit with theexpiration timeframe starting on the date of reinstatement. There shall be an administrativefeeof 50% of the total permit fee(s) for each reinstatement granted. Exception: The administrative fee shall be waived if the suspension was due to no fault of theapplicant, owner, or their agent(s). R105.6.2 Revoked Or Expired Permits. Any permit which has been revoked or expired shallbecomepermanentlyinvalid, any and all fees and/or restoration/ completion bond(s) withthevillageofOakBrookforthisprojectshallbeforfeit. Forfeiture shall not constitute a waiverof the village's rightto collect from the applicant the amount of a deficiency in excess of thebond. The village shall retain the rightto use all legal and equitable remedies available to it forcollectionofsuchdeficiency. Exception: Permit fees and restoration/ completion bond(s) for permits revoked due to nofaultof the applicant, owner, or fee remitter may be refunded. This provision shall not beconstruedtoallow refund of a bond while there are outstanding fees, charges or conditionsneedingtobebroughtintocompliance. This provision shall not be construed to allow for therefund of application fees, planreview fees, inspection fees, engineering fees, or otherexpensesincurred by the village of Oak Brook. R105.7 Placement Of Permit. The building permit or copyshall be kept on the site of the workuntilthe completion of the project. The building permit or copy shall be prominentlydisplayedinalocationthatisaccessibletothe public.
R105.8 Completion Of Work Upon Which A Permit Has Been Revoked Or Expired. A newpermitshallberequiredforcompletionand/or a certificate of occupancy. The outstandingworkshallbereviewedunder the codes and ordinances adopted at the time of re-submittal. All fees and bonds shall be required as for a new permit for the entire scope of the work. R105.8.1 Premises Upon Which A Permit Has Been Revoked Or Expired. The premises shall bemaintainedina safe and secure condition at all times. R105.8.2 New Permit Application. Once a permit has been revoked or expired, the responsiblepartyshallimmediatelycommenceagoodfaith effort to obtain the required permits, including the submittal of construction plans, along with all fees and bonds within fifteen days (15 days) of expiration or revocation. If the submittals are not received within that fifteen (15) day period, an additional permit fee of one hundred dollars ($100.00) per day shall bepaidby the permittee for every day thereafter until the required submittals are received. Therequirement of permit(s) for completion and/or certificate of occupancy shall not be utilizedtoprecludeorbeconstruedasa defense against other legal remedies available to satisfy theintentofthiscode. R105.10 Permit Holder Qualifications. Fornewconstruction as defined and regulated by thiscode, the owner, owner's employee, or contractor serving as the owner's representative shalldemonstratebasicresidentialcodeknowledgebypassingthe test for: national standardgeneralbuilding contractor (A), national standard building contractor (B), or nationalstandardresidential contractor (C) - as administered by the International Code Council - orapprovedandtested equivalent, for the issuance and duration of the permit. Failure to retainatleast one required qualified person, in a supervisory role, on a project shall be cause forimmediatesuspensionof the permit pursuant to section R105.6.1 of this code. Licensure as adesignprofessional shall not be considered equivalent. Exception: For detached single-family dwellings, the building official is authorized to waivethe qualification requirement for a project with a total or remaining job cost less than $100,000, or qualifies for a temporary certificate of occupancy. This waiver may be revokedforcausewhere the building official finds multiple and/or repeated violations of the village ofOakBrookcodeinthe project. R106.1 Submittal Documents. Submittal documents consisting of construction documents andotherdata shall be submitted in two or more sets with each application for a permit. Theconstructiondocumentsshallbepreparedbyaregistereddesignprofessional. Where specialconditionsexist, the building official is authorized to require additional constructiondocumentstobepreparedbyaregistereddesignprofessional. Exceptions: The building official is authorized to waive the submission of constructiondocumentsandotherdatanotrequiredtobeprepared by a registered design professional if itis found that the nature of the work applied for is such that reviewing of constructiondocumentsis not necessary to obtain compliance with this code. a. The building official is authorized to waive the requirement for construction documentpreparation by a registered design professional where the cost of construction does notexceedtwentyfivethousanddollars ($25,000) and the submittals are adequate to accuratelydepicttheproposedwork. b. The building official is authorized to waive the requirement for construction documentpreparation by a registered design professional where the scope of the work is limited to:
1. Replacement without modification of existing doors and windows, electrical, mechanical or plumbing fixtures, 2. Replacement of existing electrical, mechanical or plumbing fixtures, 3. Re-roofing that does not involve structural modifications, 4. Landscaping, patios, sidewalks, driveways, and flatwork that does not involve a changeofgradeoraddition of impervious surface, 5. Other similar activities as determined bythe building official. R108.2 Schedule Of Permit Fees. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical andplumbingsystemsoralterationsrequiringapermit, a fee for each permit shall be paid asthosespecifiedinsection10-4-1 of the village code. R112 AppealsR112.1 Appeals. Aperson shall have the right to appeal a decision of the building official. Forthepurposesofthiscode, all appeals of decisions relating to this code shall be referred to thecircuitcourt of DuPage County. Delete subsections R112.2 through R112.4. R113.4 Violation Penalties. Any person who violates a provision of this code or fails to complywithanyof the requirementsthereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs a building orstructureinviolation of the approved construction documents or directive of the buildingofficial, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code, shall be subject tofines and penalties as those specified in section 1-3-1of the village code. R114.1 Notice To Owner. Upon notice from thebuilding official that work on any building orstructure is being prosecuted contrary to the provisions of this code orin an unsafe anddangerousmanner, such work shall be immediately stopped. The stop work order shall be inwritingandshallbegiventothe owner of the property involved, or to the owner's agent or totheperson doing the work, or posted in a conspicuous place in or about the structure affectedbysuchnotice, and shall state the reason for the order and the conditions under which workwillbepermittedtoresume. R115 Safeguards During Construction. Safeguards during construction shall be as required bychapter33 of the international building code as adopted and amended in this code. Chapter 2 DefinitionsNew Construction. Forthe purposes of determining automatic fire sprinkler protectionrequirementsinsection R313, and contractor qualification requirements in section R105.10, "new construction" shall include the following: 1. Any completely new structure, 2. Any addition that adds above grade floor space equal to or greater than 75% of theexistingbuildingfootprint, 3. Any alteration or addition where 75% or greater of the existing first floor exterior wallperimeterand/or first floor structure is removed, or4. Any alteration or addition where the newly constructed first floor wall perimeter isequalto75% or greater of the entire first floor wall perimeter prior to construction. Responsible Party. Except as otherwise specified herein, the owner or the owner's designatedagentshallberesponsibleforthemaintenanceof buildings, structures and premises. Inaddition, any other person or entity who may be reasonably considered to have a role or
responsibility in the creation, continuation, or correction of any violation of this code shall bearesponsiblepartyoradditionalresponsiblepartyforsuchviolation. Chapter 3 Building PlanningTable R301.2.(1) Climatic And Geographic Design CriteriaGroundsnow load25lb/ft2Ultimate wind design115 107 mph* Seismic design categoryASubjecttodamagefromWeatheringSevereFrostlinedepth42" TermiteModerate to severeWinterdesigntemperature -4°F, 971/2% Summer design temperature89°F dry bulb, 21/ 2% 76°F wet bulb, 21/2% Ice barrier underlaymentRequiredFloodhazardsFIRM #170214Panels0606H-0609H12/ 16/2004Airfreezing index1543 (°F - days) Annual mean temperature49.4°FHeating degree days (HDD) 6,155Cooling degree days (CDD) 942Climate zone5AIndoordesign conditionsMax. 72°F - heating
Min. 75°F - cooling100-year hourly rainfall rate4" *
Ultimate Design Wind Speed replaces Basic Wind Speed as found in earlier editions. Although the values are different, there isvery little practical difference in the design orconstructionrequirements. R302.12 Draftstopping. In combustible construction where there is usable space both aboveandbelow the concealed space of a floor-ceiling assembly, draftstops shall be installed so thattheareaof the concealed space does not exceed 500 square feet (46.51 m2) or have adimensionofmorethan 25 feet in any direction. Draftstopping shall divide the concealedspaceintoapproximatelyequalareas. Where the assembly is enclosed by a floor membraneaboveandaceiling membrane below, draftstopping shall be provided in floor-ceilingassembliesunder the following circumstances: 1. Ceiling is suspended under the floor framing. 2. Floor framing is constructed of prefabricated wood I-joists, truss-type open-web, perforated members or similar construction. R304.1 Minimum Area. Habitable rooms shall have a floor area of not less than 70 square feet (6.5 m2). Every living room shall contain at least 120 square feet (11.2 m2) and everybedroom shall contain a minimum of 70 square feet (6.5 m2) and every bedroom occupied bymorethanoneperson shall contain a minimum of 50 square feet (4.6 m2) of floor area foreachoccupantthereof. Exception: Kitchens. R310.8 Conversion Into Habitable Space. When any area previously not approved or utilizedashabitablespaceisconvertedintoand/or utilized as habitable space - regardless of theamountof construction work done in this area - it shall be considered as reconstruction andbe subject to the requirements of this chapter and the provisions of section R310 of this code. R310.9 Conversion Into A Sleeping Room. When any area previously not approved or utilizedas a sleeping room is converted into and/or utilized as a sleeping room - regardless of theamountof construction work that was or was not done in this conversion or change ofutilization - it shall be subject to all requirements for new construction of a sleeping room asfoundinthiscode. R310.10 Egress From Highest Habitable Space. Where residential building heights exceedthirtyfeet (30'), the highest space that meets the criteria of sections R304, R305 & R311.4 forhabitablespaceshallhavean emergency escape and rescue opening in compliance withsection R310 at a maximum elevation of thirty two feet (32') above grade. This section shallbeappliedregardlessof the usage designation on the construction documents, including "storage" or "bonus" rooms. R311.7.8.1 Height. Handrail height, measured above stair tread nosings, or finish surface oframpslope, shall be uniform, not less than 34 inches (864mm) and not more than 38 inches (965 mm). Handrail height of alternating tread devices and ships ladders, measured abovetreadnosings, shall be uniform, not less than 30 inches (762 mm) and not more than 34inches (864mm). Delete amendment and refer back to original code language
R312.1 Guards shall be located along open-sided walking surfaces, including stairs, ramps, landings, permanent benches or other walkable horizontal planes - 4 inches or greater inwidth, measured perpendicular to the open side - that are located more than 30 inches (762mm) measured vertically to the floor or grade below at any point within 36 inches (914 mm) horizontally to the edge of the open side. Insect screening shall not be considered as a guard. R313.3 Notification Devices Required. The following notification devices shall be required onallnewand/or modified automatic sprinkler systems installed to comply with this code: 1. A listed and approved exterior audio visual notification device shall be installed at anapproved location that is readily visible from the public way. Exception: The code official may approve an alternate location if it is technically infeasible toinstallthedevicewhereitisreadily visible from the public way and the proposed locationprovides substantially equivalent notification. 2. Listed and approved device(s) shall be installed to provide audible notificationthroughout the residence. For notification device(s) affixed to HVAC systems, a separatedeviceshallbeutilizedforeachHVACsystem. 3. Each automatic fire sprinkler system shall have a listed and approved water flowdetectiondevicethatismonitored by an approved agency. 4. Each control valve shall be supervised by a listed and approved switch that ismonitoredbyanapprovedagency. R314 Smoke Alarms. Is amended by the addition of the following section: Additional Locations. In addition to the locations specified in R314.3, 200°F heat detectorsshallbeinstalledinthe following locations: 1. In each attic area that is provided with access as required in section R807. 2. In each attached garage. Chapter 5 FloorsR506 Concrete Floors (On Ground), Patios and Private Sidewalks, Aprons And DrivewaysR506.1 General. Concrete slab-on-ground floors, patios and private sidewalks, aprons, anddriveways shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the provisionsof this sectionorACI332. Floors, patios and private sidewalks aprons and driveways shall be a minimum31/2 inches (89mm) thick. The specified compressive strength of concrete shall be as setforthinsection R402.2. Chapter 7 Wall CoveringR703.1 General. Exterior walls shall provide the building with a weather-resistant exteriorwallenvelope. The exterior envelope shall include flashing as described in section R703.4. Wall assemblies shall be finished with an approved material. In addition to any material notpermittedbythiscode, the followingfinish materials shall be prohibited: a. Unfinished, painted, sealed, or clear-coated above grade wall assemblies of thefollowingtypes: 1. Cast-in-place concrete. 2. Precast concrete. 3. Smooth-face concrete masonry unit (CMU). b. Any wall assembly - excluding windows - that causes a nuisance by the nature of itsreflectivity.
Forthe purposes of this section, an above grade "wall assembly" shall be defined as a wallportionhavingthesameconstruction type and/or finish: 1. More than 50 percent above the adjacent finished grade, and/or2. Having any part more than forty eight inches (48") above the adjacent finished grade. Chapter 13 General Mechanical Systems RequirementsM1301.6 Mechanical Equipment To Be Screened. All exterior heating, air conditioning, ventilating, generators, pool heaters, or other mechanical equipment shall be fully screened toprevent view of the equipment from any point along the finished grade at any front lot line orsidelotlineof the lot on which the equipment is located. Screening materials shall be asapprovedby the building official. Deciduous or annual plants shall not be approved asscreeningmaterials. 1301.7 Geothermal Well And Piping Locations. Geothermal well and piping locations shall becompletelywithinthe property lines of the subject property and as prescribed by 1301.7.1and1301.7.2. 1301.7.1. No geothermal well or water intake shall be located in any easement and/or withintenfeet (10') from any property lot line. Exception: A geothermal well may be located at any location adjacent to public right-of-wayprovidedthatitiscompletelywithinthepropertylines. 1301.7.2 No geothermal piping, intake or discharge shall be located in any body of water thatisnotcompletely contained within the property lines. Chapter 29 Water Supply And DistributionP2904.3.2 Shutoff Valves. Shutoff valves shall serve the entire water distribution system. Thefiresprinklersystempipingshallnothaveseparateshutofforcontrolvalve(s) installed unlesssupervisedbyoneof the following methods: 1. Central station, proprietary or remote station alarm service. 2. Local alarm service that causes the sounding of an audible signal at a constantlyattended location. 3. Valves that are locked open. P2904.5.1 Water Supply. Fire sprinkler water shall be supplied by the municipal water sourceandtakenoff after it has passed through the water meter, as detailed in 2013 NFPA 13DfigureA.6.2(c) "acceptable arrangement with valve supervision - option 2". P2904.5.2 Reserved. Appendix J Existing Buildings And StructuresAJ102.10 Conversion Into Habitable Space. When any area previously not approved or utilizedashabitablespaceisconvertedintoand/or utilized as habitable space - regardless of theamountof construction work done in this area - it shall be considered as reconstruction andbe subject to the requirements of this chapter and the provisions of section R310 of this code. AJ102.11 Conversion Into A Sleeping Room. When any area previously not approved orutilizedasasleepingroom is converted into and/or utilized as a sleeping room - regardless oftheamountof construction work that was or was not done in this conversion or change ofutilization - it shall be subject to all requirements for new construction of a sleeping room asfoundinthiscode. C. International Mechanical Code Amendments:
Chapter 1 Administration101.1Title. Is amended byinserting the words "Village of Oak Brook, IL." 102.8 Referenced Codes And Ordinances. The codes and standardsreferenced in this codeshallbe considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each suchreference. Where differences occur between provisions of this code and referencedstandards, the provisions of this code shall apply. Where differences occur between provisions of thisand any other provision of the village code, the most restrictive provision shall apply.
106.3.2 Time limitation of application. An application for a permit for any proposed work shall bedeemedtohavebeenabandoned18090daysafterthedateoffiling, unless such application has beenpursuedingoodfaithorapermithasbeen issued; except that the building official is authorized tograntoneormoreextensionsoftimeforadditionalperiodsnotexceeding90days each. The extensionshallbe requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated. 106.4.3 Expiration. Every permit issued by the code official under the provisionsof this codeshall expire by limitation and become null and void if the work authorized by such permit isnotcommencedwithin90daysfromthedateofsuchpermit, or if the work authorized bysuchpermitissuspendedorabandonedatanytimeafter the work is commenced for a periodof 90 days. Before such work recommences, a new permit shall be first obtained and the feethereforshallbe one-half the amount required for a new permit for such work, provided thatchanges have not been made and will not be made in the original construction documents forsuchwork, and provided further that such suspension or abandonment has not exceeded oneyear. 106.5.2 Fee Schedule. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical and plumbingsystemsoralterationsrequiringapermit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as those specifiedinsection10-4-1 of the village code. 108.4 Violation Penalties. Any person who violates a provision of this code or fails to complywithanyof the requirementsthereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs a building orstructureinviolation of the approved construction documents or directive of the buildingofficial, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code, shall be subject tofines and penalties as those specified in section 1-3-1of the village code. 109.1 Application For Appeal. A person shall have the right to appeal a decision of thebuilding official. For the purposes of this code, all appeals of decisions relating to this codeshallbereferredtothecircuitcourt of DuPage County. Subsections 109.2 through 109.7. Are deleted in their entirety. Chapter 3 General Regulations303.10 Geothermal Well And Piping Locations. Geothermal well and piping locations shall becompletelywithinthe property lines of the subject property and as prescribed by 303.10.1and303.10.2. 303.10.1. No geothermal well or water intake shall be located in any easement and/orwithintenfeet (10') from any property lot line. Exception: A geothermal well may be located at any location adjacent to public right-of-wayprovidedthatitiscompletelywithinthepropertylines. 303.10.2 No geothermal piping, intake or discharge shall be located in any body of waterthatisnotcompletely contained within the property lines.
303.11 Mechanical Equipment To Be Screened. All exterior heating, air conditioning, ventilating, generators, pool heaters, or other mechanical equipment shall be fully screened toprevent view of the equipment from any point at the finished grade along the front lot line orsidelotlineof the lot on which the equipment is located. Screening materials shall be asapprovedbythe building official. Deciduous or annual plants shall not be approved asscreeningmaterials. 309.1 Space-Heating Systems. Interior spaces intended for human occupancy shall beprovidedwithactiveorpassivespace-heating systems capable of maintaining a minimumindoortemperature of 65°F (18°C) at a point 3 feet (914 mm) above the floor on the designheating day. The installation of portable space heaters shall not be used to achieve compliancewiththissection. Chapter 6 Duct Systems602.3 Stud Cavity And Joist Space Plenums. Stud wall cavities and the spaces between solidfloorjoistsshallnotbeutilizedasductsorplenums. D. State Of Illinois Plumbing Code Amendments: Illinois Plumbing Code, 77 Ill. Admin. Code 890 et seq adopted in section 10-1-1 of the villagecodeisamendedasfollows: All fees specified in the state of Illinois plumbing code shall be superseded and replaced bythose set forth in section 10-4 of the village code. Section 890.230 Safe Pan Material and Construction. Is amended by removing "ABS" fromlistofapproved materials listed in subsection a), a) 4 and a) 5. Section 890.320 Types of Joints. Amend subsection h) to read: h) Brazed Joints. Brazed jointsshallbe made by first cleaning the surface to be joined down to the base metal, applying fluxapprovedforbrazedjointsandforthefillermetaltobeused, and making the joints by heatingtoatemperature sufficient to melt the approved brazing filler metal on contact. (See Section890.330(b).) Delete Subsection k) Bituminized Fiber Pipe Joints. l) Plastic Pipe Joints. Delete Subsection 2) Joints and Fittings in Plastic Pipe and associatedsubsections A), B), and C). Section 890.330 Special Joints. Delete from Subsection c) "or chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC)". g) Plastic Pipe to Non-Plastic Pipe Joints. Delete subsection 1) Pressure Piping andassociatedsubsections A), B), C) and D). Section 890.510 Grease Interceptor Requirements. Is amended by replacing subsection 2), entitled "Minimum Size," of subsection a), with the following: "Minimum Size. A grease interceptor installedon the same floor as the fixture shall have 100percenttheliquidholdingcapacityof the fixture. A grease interceptor located on a floor belowthefixtureshallhave100percentof the liquid-holding capacity of the fixture. To determinetheliquid-holding capacity in gallons of a plumbing fixture, the length is multiplied by thewidthbytheheightininches and divided by 231. Where two or more sinks or receptacles areconnectedtoaninterceptor the liquid holding capacityshall be based on the combinedvolumeof the fixtures served." Section 890.630 Installation. Is amended by replacing the last sentence of subsection e, entitled "Portable Water Supply Connection," with the following:
Where present, each lavatory sink faucet shall have supply pipes that are accessible." Section 890.640 Prohibited Fixtures. Is amended by replacing subsection a) with thefollowing: "Drinking fountains shall not be installed in public toilet rooms, colonic irrigation therapyrooms, or laboratories for removing blood, pus or other bodily fluids." Section 890.746 Colonic Irrigation Units. Add a new section 890.746 as follows: "Section 890.746 Colonic Irrigation Units. a) Colonic irrigation systems connected to the water supply shall be provided with backflowprotection. b) A reducedpressure principle backflow assembly conforming to ASSE 1013, or a fixed airgap, shall be installed on each colonic irrigationunit or group of colonic irrigation units. c) If a colonic irrigationunit has a water outlet belowthe flood rim level of an attacheddrain, then an approved reduced principle pressure backflow preventer assembly, a fixed airgap, an air vent hole, or an approved vacuum breaker shall protect the water supply fromeachunit." Section 890.1140 Special Applications And Installations. d) Lawn Sprinklers. Any lawn sprinkler system connected to a potable water supply shall beequippedwithanRPZ. The RPZ may be located outside provided that it is protected fromfreezingorisremovedat the end of the season, and it complies with section 890.1130(g)(1). All new plumbing fixtures and irrigation controllers installed after the effective date of thisordinance shall bear the WaterSense label (as designated by the U.S. environmentalprotectionagency WaterSense program), when such labeled fixtures are available. h) 1) A) Aspirators. If aspirators are used in operating rooms, emergency rooms, recoveryrooms, delivery rooms, autopsy rooms, dental offices, colonic irrigation rooms, andlaboratoriesforremovingblood, pus or other fluids, a vacuum breaker shall be installed onthedischarge side of the control valve, at ceiling height (a minimum of 7 feet, 6 inches) andthe water supply shall be protected against backflow and back siphonage by an air gap; or anRPZshallbe used. Section 890.1150Water Service Pipe Installation. Replace subsection 3) of subsection a), entitled "Underground Water Service," with the following: 3) The minimum depth for any water service pipe shall be at least 60 inches. Section 890.1200Water Service Sizing. a) Water Service Pipe Sizing. The water service pipe from the streetmain (including the tap) to the water distribution system for the building shall be sized in accordance with appendix A, tables M, N, O, P and Q. Water service pipe and fittings shall be at least 1 inchdiameter. Ifflushometersorotherdevicesrequiringahighrate of water flow are used, the water servicepipeshallbe designed and installed to provide this additional flow. Section 890.1230 Safety Devices. In subsection 2) of subsection d), entitled "Relief DischargeOutlet," add "but no closer than as specified in appendix A, table C," between "receptor" and "the end,". Section 890 Illustrations For Subpart I. In illustration L and illustration M, replace "ReliefValve Discharge Piping Lower End To Be Open With A Minimum 6" Air Gap" with thefollowing:
Relief Valve Discharge Piping Lower End To Be Open With A Maximum 6" Air Gap But NoCloserThanAsSpecifiedInAppendix A, Table C." Section 890.1320 Drainage System Installation. Delete from subsection l), entitled "FixtureConnections", "and fittings for circuit vented fixtures". Section 890.1340Determination Of Sizes For Drainage System. b) 2) Pressure building drains may be installed to prevent sewer back up in a basement, cellar, crawl space or other area where any portion of the floor surface is below grade. Pressure-building drains shall not be used where gravity drains may otherwise be installed. Pressure-building drains shall be sized in accordance with the ejector pump manufacturer'srecommendation, but shall not be less than 2 inches in diameter. b) 4) No portion of the drainage system installed underground or below a basement or cellarshallbelessthan4inchesindiameter. The venting system is excluded from this requirement. Section 890.1370Floor Drains. In subsection b), entitled "Size," replace "2 inches" with "4inches". Section 890.1390. Add a new section 890.1390 as follows: Section 890.1390. Section 890.1390.1 Building Subdrains. Building subdrains that cannot be discharged to thesewer by gravity flow shall be discharged into a tightly covered and vented sump from whichtheliquidshallbeliftedanddischargedintothe building gravity drainage system byautomaticpumpingequipmentorotherapproved method. In other than existing structures, the sump shall not receive drainage from any piping within the building capable of beingdischargedbygravitytothe building sewer. Exception: Sanitary pump (ejector) pits with overhead drainage may be installed to preventsewerbackupinabasement, cellar, crawl space, or other area where any portion of the floorsurfaceisbelowgrade. Section 890.1390.2 Valves Required. A check valve and a full open valve located on thedischarge side of the check valve shall be installed in the pump or ejector discharge pipingbetweenthe pump or ejector and the gravity drainage system. Access shall be provided tosuch valves. Such valves shall be located above the sump cover or, where the discharge pipefromtheejectoris below grade, the valves shall be located outside the sump below grade inanaccesspitwitharemovableaccesscover. Section 890.1390.3 Sump Design. The sump pump, pit, and discharge piping shall conform totherequirementsofsections890.1390.3.1 through 890.1390.3.5. 890.1390.3.1 Sump Pump. The sump pump capacity and head shall be appropriate toanticipateduserequirements. 890.1390.3.2. Sump Pit. The sump pit shall be not less than 18 inches (457 mm) in diameterand24inches (610 mm) deep, unless otherwise approved. The pit shall be accessible andlocatedsuchthat all drainage flows into the pit by gravity. The sump pit shall be constructed of tile, concrete, steel, plastic or other approved materials. The pit bottom shall be solid and provide permanent support for the pump. The sump pit shallbefittedwithagas-tight removable cover adequate to support the anticipated loads in theareaofuse. The sump pit shall be vented in accordance with the Illinois plumbing code. 890.1390.3.3 Discharge Piping. Discharge piping shall meet the requirements of section890.1390.2.
890.1390.3.4 Maximum Effluent Level. The effluent level control shall be adjusted andmaintainedtoatalltimesprevent the effluent in the sump from rising within 2 inches (51mm) of the invert of the gravity drain inlet into the sump. 890.1390.3.5 Ejector Connection To The Drainage System. Pumps connected to the drainagesystemshallconnecttothe building sewer or shall connect to a wye fitting in the buildingdrainaminimum of 10 feet (3048 mm) from the base of any soil stack, waste stack or fixturedrain. Where the discharge line connects into horizontal drainage piping, the connector shallbe made through a wye fitting into the top of the drainage piping. 890.1390.4 Sewage Pumps And Sewage Ejectors. A sewage pump or sewage ejector shallautomaticallydischargethecontentsof the sump into the building drainage system. 890.1390.4.1 Reserved. 890.1390.4.2 Capacity. A sewage pump or sewage ejector shall have the capacityand headforthe application requirements. Pumps or ejectors that receive the discharge of waterclosetsshallbe capable of handling spherical solids with a diameter of up to and including 2inches (51 mm). Other pumps or ejectors shall be capable of handling spherical solids with adiameterof up to and including 1 inch (25.4 mm). The minimum capacity of a pump or ejectorbasedonthe diameterof the discharge pipe shall be in accordance with table 890.1390.4.2. Exceptions: 1. Grinder pumps or grinder ejectors that receive discharges of water closets shall have aminimumdischargeopeningof1.25 inches (32 mm). 2. Macerating toilet assemblies that serve single water closets shall have a minimumdischargeopeningof0.75 inch (19 mm). Table 890.1390.4.2: Minimum Capacity Of Sewage Pump Or Sewage Ejector
Diameter Of The Discharge Pipe (Inches) Capacity Of Pump Or Ejector (g.p.m.) 2 2121/2 30346
Section 890.1450 Vent Grades And Connections. Delete subsection d), entitled "Heel Or Side-Inlet Bend". Section 890.1480 Type Of Fixture Trap Vents. Delete subsections c) and d). Section 890.1490 Installation Of Vents ForFixture Traps. Replace section 890.1490 with thefollowing: "Section 890.1490Installation Of Vents ForFixture Traps. a) Hydraulic Gradient. Fixture drains shall be vented within the hydraulic gradient betweenthetrap outlet and the junction with another drain. The hydraulic gradient as applied to agravitydrainanditsventconnectionisinterpretedasthegradeline. b) Different Level. If any stack has fixtures entering at different levels, the fixtures other thanthefixturesenteringatthehighestlevelshallbevented, except as otherwise provided. (Seesection 890.1510.)
c) Horizontal Branch Drains. Where a water closet discharges into a branch drain, eachfixturedischargingintothatbranchdrainshallbeindividuallyvented." Section 890.1500 Installation Of Wet Venting. Delete section 890.1500 in its entirety. Section 890.1520 Circuit And Loop Venting. Delete section 890.1520 in its entirety. Section 890 Table AApproved Materials And Standards. Approved Building Drainage/ Vent Pipe. Delete subsections 1), 10) and 12). Remove "orDWV" from subsection 6). Agency Notes: Remove "DWV copper tubing" from subsection 2). Delete subsection 4). Approved Materials ForWater Service Pipe. Delete subsections 1), 4) and 8)-12). Approved Material for Water Distribution Pipe. Delete subsections 2), 5) and 7)-9). Agency Notes: Delete subsection 1) and 3). Remove "Plastic shall be rated at 160 psi at 73.4degreesFahrenheit." From subsection 2). Section 890 Table B Minimum Number Of Plumbing Fixtures. Add the following to table B:
Type ofbuilding Medical or therapeutic occupancies where colonic irrigation or othersimilaractivitiesoccur. Water closet 1 water closet - directly accessed from the treatment room - in addition toanyother fixtures required by this code*. Lavatories 1 lavatory - inor accessed directly from the treatment room - in additiontoanyother fixtures required by this code.* *Drinkingfountains Prohibited in the treatment room.
Other fixtures 1 service sink per suite or office, in addition to any other fixtures requiredbythiscode. *
It isthe intent of this section to allow a single toilet room to directly connect multipletreatmentrooms - provided that there isno travel required through any adjacent hall, room, or other space. E. National Electrical Code Amendments: Article 90 IntroductionSubsection90.4 Enforcement. Is amended by adding the following: In addition to the responsibilities set forth in section 2-3-2 of the village code for theelectrical commission, a person shall have the right to appeal a decision. For the purposes ofthiscode, all appeals of decisions relating to this code shall be referred to the circuit court ofDuPageCounty. Article 100 DefinitionsQualifiedPerson. One who has skills and knowledge related to the construction andoperationofthe electrical equipment and installations and has received safety training torecognizeand avoid the hazards involved. Forthe purposes of installing, constructing, altering, repairing, maintaining, or performingsimilarelectricalworkonclass1circuitsasregulatedbythiscode, a qualified person shall berequiredtopersonallyperformthepermittedwork. The qualified person shall provide the
village of Oak Brook with current and valid documentation of such qualifications - asevidencedby: 5. An electrician's license - valid for the proposed scope of work- issued, after testing, by aunitofgovernment, or6. A certification of qualifications - valid for the proposed scope of work - issued, aftertesting, by IEIA, ICC or similar certifying agency or7. Other documentation as acceptable to the building official. Exception: Owner-occupants of single-family dwellings. This exception does not include anypersonwho is not an owner-occupant of the premises - regardless of relationship to owner, occupant, or financial considerations. Article 110 Requirements For Electrical Installations110.26 (B) Clear Spaces. In other than dwelling units, the required clear space shall be clearlyandpermanently delineated by construction or floor pattern, material or color, or asotherwiseapproved by the authority having jurisdiction. Article 210 Branch Circuits210.12 (B) Guest Rooms, Guest Suites, Dormitories, Assisted Living, And Similar Occupancies. All 120-volt, single-phase, 15- and 20-ampere branch circuits supplying outlets installed inbedrooms, living rooms, hallways, closets, and similar rooms shall be protected by a listedarc-faultcircuit interrupter meeting the requirements of 210.12(A)(1) through (6) asappropriate. Delete amendment and revert back to original code language of 210.12. 210.60 Guest Rooms, Guest Suites, Dormitory Units, Assisted Living, and Similar Occupancies. (A) General. Guest rooms or guest suites in hotels, motels, sleeping rooms in dormitory units, assisted living, and similar occupancies shall have receptacle outlets installed in accordancewith210.52(A) and (D). Guest rooms or guest suites provided with permanent provisions forcooking shall have receptacle outlets installed in accordance with all of the applicable rules in210.52. Article 334 Nonmetallic-Sheathed Cable: Types NM And NMC AND NMS Code removed allreferencestoNMS334.10 Uses Permitted. Type NM and type NMC and type NMS cables shall be permitted to beusedastemporarywiringbyspecialpermissionof the authority having jurisdiction, except asprohibitedin334.12: 334.10 (A) Type NM cable shall be permitted as a component of a listed and approvedassemblyonlywhenbothof the following conditions are met: (a) To replace the type NM would void the listing of the assembly or component. (b) The type NM isterminated at the closest reasonable location. 334.10 (B) Type NMC cable shall be permitted as a component of a listed and approvedassemblyonlywhenbothof the following conditions are met: (a) To replace the type NMC would void the listing of the assembly or component. (b) The type NMC isterminated at the closest reasonable location. 334.10 (C) Type NMS cable shall be permitted as a component of a listed and approvedassemblyonlywhenbothof the following conditions are met: (a) To replace the type NMS would void the listing of the assembly or component. (b) The type NMS isterminated at the closest reasonable location.
Article 362 Electrical Nonmetallic Tubing Type ENT362.12 Uses Not Permitted. ENT shall not be used in the following: (1) In any hazardous (classified) location, except as permitted by other articles in this code. (2) For the support of luminaires and other equipment. (3) Where subject to ambient temperatures in excess of 50°C (122°F) unless listed otherwise. (4) For direct earth burial. (5) Where the voltage isover 600 volts. (5) In exposed locations, except as permitted by 362.10(1), 362.10(5), and 362.10(7). (6) In theaters and similar locations, except as provided in 518.4 and 520.5. (7) Where exposed to the direct rays of the sun, unless identified as sunlight resistant. (8) Where subject to physical damage. (9) Where the voltage is over 50 volts. F. State Of Illinois Safety Code For Elevators And Escalators: State of Illinois safety code forelevatorsand escalators is adopted without amendment per agreement between the village ofOakBrookandtheofficeof the state fire marshal dated October 15, 2008. G. International Property Maintenance Code Amendments: Chapter 1 Administration101.1 Title. Is amended by inserting the words "Village of Oak Brook, IL". 102.78 Referenced Codes And Standards. The codes and standardsreferenced in this codeshallbe those that are listed in chapter 8 and considered part of the requirements of this codetotheprescribed extent of each such reference. Where differences occur between provisionsofthiscode, the referencedstandards and the village codes, the more restrictive provisionsapply. 103.1 General. The official responsible for administration and enforcement of this code shallbeknownasthe building official. Where references are made to the chief code official throughthecode, the title building official shall be substituted. Creation of agency. The DevelopmentServicesDepartmentisherebycreated and the official in charge thereof shall be known as theBuildingOfficial. The function of the agency shall be the implementation, administration andenforcementof the provisionsof this code103.2 Appointment. Is deleted in its entirety. 103.3 Deputies. The building official isauthorized to designate one or more employees asdeputieswhomayexerciseallpowersofthebuildingofficial under the direction of theofficial. 103.6 Section 104 Fees. Is deleted in its entirety. 104.4 105.3 Right Of Entry. The building official, or his designee, is authorized to enter thestructureorpremisesduringreasonabletimestoconductaninspection. Prior to entering intoaspacenototherwiseopentothegeneralpublic, the building official, or his designee, shallmakeareasonableefforttolocatethe owner or other person having charge or controlof thestructureorpremises, present proper identification and request entry. If requested entry isrefusedornotobtained, the building official, or his designee, shall pursue recourse asprovided by law including, but not limited to, the obtaining of a warrant. 107.2 Is deleted in its entirety.
111.2 Membership Of Board. 107.3 Qualifications. For the purposes of this code, all appealsofdecisionsrelatingtothiscodeshallbereferredtothecircuitcourt of DuPage County. 111.2.1 - 111.8. 107.4 Is deleted in its entirety. 106.1 109.1 Unlawful Acts. It shall be unlawful for anyperson to erect, construct, alter, extend, repair, remove, demolish, maintain, failto maintain, provide, fail to provide, occupy, let toanotheroroccupyorpermitanother person to occupy anypremises, property, structure orequipment regulated by this article, or cause same to be done contrary to or in conflict with orinviolation of the provisionsof this article, or to fail to obey a lawful order of the buildingofficial, or his designee, orto remove or deface a placard or notice posted under theprovisions of this article. 107.3 111.4.2 Method of Service. Such notice shall be deemed to be properly served where acopythereof is served in accordance with one of the following methods: 1. Acopy isdelivered personally. 2. Acopy is sent by certified or registered mail addressed to the owner at the last knownaddresswiththereturnreceiptrequested3. A copy isdelivered in any other manner as prescribed by local law. 4. Posted in a conspicuous place inor about the structure affected by such notice. Service of such notice in the foregoing manner upon the owner’s agent or upon the personresponsibleforthe structure or property shall constitute service of notice upon the owner.
110.1 113.1 General. The code official shall order the owner or owner's authorized agent ofanypremisesuponwhich is locatedany structure, which in the code official's or owner'sauthorizedagentjudgmentafter review is so deteriorated or dilapidated or has become so outofrepairastobe dangerous, unsafe, insanitary or otherwise unfit for human habitation oroccupancy, and such that it is unreasonable to repair the structure, to demolish and removesuchstructure; or if such structure is capable of being made safe by repairs, to repair andmakesafeandsanitary, orto board up and hold for future repair orto demolish and removeat the owner's option; or where there has been a cessation of normal construction of anystructureforaperiodofmorethan ninety (90) days, the code official may order the owner orowner's authorized agent to demolish and remove such structure, or board up until futurerepair. Boarding the building up for future repair shall not extend beyond one hundred eighty (180) days, unless approved by the building official. 110.1.1 113.1.1 Semi-Annual Permit. A semi-annual permit isrequired for the installationand/or continuance of boarding on a vacant building. The building official is authorized toapproveadditionalpermit(s) for individual cases, upon application of the owner or theowner's authorized agent, providing that the applicant demonstrates approved cause andprovidesanapprovedplanandtimeframeforrestorationordemolition of the building. Thedetailsofactiongranting the additional permit(s) shall be recorded and entered in the files ofthedepartmentof building safety. 110.2 Notices And Orders. Notices and orders shall comply with section 107. Revert tooriginalcodesectionlanguage. 110.3 Failure To Comply. If the owner of a premises or owner's authorized agent fails tocomplywithademolitionorderwithinthetimeprescribed, the code official shall cause thestructuretobedemolishedandremoved, either through an available public agency or by
contract or arrangement with private persons, and the cost of such demolition and removalshallbe charged against the real estate upon which the structure is located and shall be a lienuponsuchrealestate. Revert to original code section language. Chapter 2 Definitions "Responsible Party. Except as otherwise specified herein, the owner or the owner'sdesignated agent shall be responsible for the maintenance of buildings, structures andpremises. In addition, any other person or entity who may be reasonably considered to have aroleorresponsibilityinthecreation, continuation, or correction of any violation of this codeshallbearesponsiblepartyoradditionalresponsiblepartyforsuchviolation." Chapter 3 General Requirements301.2 Responsibility. The owner of the premisesshall maintain the structures and exteriorpropertyincompliancewiththeserequirements, except as otherwiseprovided for in thiscode. In addition, any other person or entity who may be reasonably considered to have a roleorresponsibilityinthecreation, continuation or correction of any violation of this code shallbearesponsiblepartyoradditionalresponsiblepartyforsuchviolation. Aperson shall not occupy as owner-occupant or permit another person to occupy premiseswhicharenotinasanitaryandsafeconditionandwhichdonotcomplywiththerequirementsofthischapter. Occupants of a dwelling unit, rooming unit or housekeeping unitare responsible for keeping in a clean, sanitary and safe condition that part of the dwellingunit, rooming unit, housekeeping unit or premises which they occupy and control. 302.4 Weeds. 1. Weeds And Overgrown Lawns Declared A Nuisance. All weeds and grass exceedingeightinchesinheightfound growing in any lot or tract of land in the village are herebydeclaredtobeanuisance and it shall be unlawful to permit any such weeds or grass to growinexcessofeightinches. Revert to original code section language inserting “Eight (8) inchesinheight” Exception: Property owned by a unit of government, dedicated for recreation, flood control, and/or conservation. 2. Removal Notice. The village may serve a notice upon the owner of any premises onwhichweedsorgrassarepermittedtogrowinviolation of the provisions of this sectiondemandingthe cutting of such weeds and grass within five (5) days from the date of suchnotice. The notice shall be personally served on, or sent by certified mail to the person whowassentthetaxbillforthegeneral taxes on the property for the last preceding year. 3. Costs Of Removal. If a person soserved does not cut the weeds or grass within five daysof the personal service or mailing of the notice, the village may proceed to cut the weeds orgrasskeepingan account of the expense of the cutting and such expense shall be charged toandpaidbysuchowner. 4. Lien. Charges for weed or grass cutting shall be a lien upon the real estate affected, superior to all other liens and encumbrances except tax liens; provided that within 60 daysaftersuch cost and expense is incurred, the village, or the person performing the service byauthorityof the village files a notice of lien in the office of the recorder of deeds. The noticeshallconsistofaswornstatement setting out a description of the real estate sufficient foridentificationthereof, the amount of money representing the cost and expense incurred orpayablefortheservice, and the date or dates when such cost and expense was incurred by the
village. Anotice and copy of the lien shall be personally served on, or sent bycertified mail to, the person who was sent the tax bill for the general taxes on the property for the lastpreceding year. 302.10 Maintenance Of Water Features. All existing private and public water features, including stormwater retention/ detention facilities, must be kept clear of garbage and debris, and any such area not occupied by water must be kept mowed in accordance with theprovisions of this code. Facilities designed to hold water on a continuous basis must bemaintainedsoastopreventsuchwaterfrombecomingabreeding site for mosquitoes or frombecominganuisance due to odor or stagnation. Whenever any facility in the village that isdesignated and approved as a stormwater management facility does not function as wasoriginallydesigned, whether because of damage or because of falling into a state of disrepair, it shall be repaired and brought into compliance with its original design specifications, subjecttotheapprovalof the village engineer. 302.11 Storage Of Construction Materials. Construction materials, including, but not limitedto, bricks, lumber, piles of dirt, stone, aggregate or other debris, shall not be stored in anyexteriorpropertyarea except in cases where construction is taking place. In such cases, compliance must be achieved within thirty (30) days of completion of the constructionactivity. 302.12 Storage Of Non-Construction Materials. Non- construction materials, including, but notlimited to machinery, discarded appliances, furniture, household items and other similaritems, shall not be stored in any exteriorproperty area unless completely screened by viewfrom all adjacent properties and rights of way. 302.13 Trees, Shrubs, Vines And Other Greenery Causing Obstructions Or Other DangerousConditions. Trees, shrubs, vines and other greenery causing obstructions or other dangerousconditions shall be subject to section 8-4-2 of the village code. 302.14 Storage Of Refuse. Storage of refuse shall be subject to section 4-3-9of the villagecode. 302.15 Exterior Lighting Nuisance. New and existing exterior lighting shall be designed, installed, and maintained to prevent nuisance: 1. Appropriate lighting zones and exterior power allowances for new and/or modifiedsystemsshallbepertable302.15. 2. The directlight from individual luminaries and light reflected from solid surfaces onthesite shall not exceed the threshold values defined in table 302.15 at any point along theproperty line of the impacted property. Table 302.15Maximum Line Of Sight Illuminance AtAny Vertical Plane Boundary
Impacted PropertyLightingZone0LightingZone1
LightingZone2LightingZone3LightingZone4Undeveloped areas of parks, forest land, and rural areasDevelopedareasofparks, forest land, and rural areasAreaspredominantlyconsistingof residential zoning, neighborhood business districts, lightindustrialwithlimitednighttimeuseandresidentialmixeduse areasAllotherareasHigh-activity commercial districts as designated by the community development departmentMaximumilluminance0.5 lux (0.05 fc) 1.0 lux (0.10 fc) 3.0 lux (0.30 fc) 8.0 lux (0.8 fc) 15.0 lux (1.5 fc)
304.3 Street Numbers. New and existing buildings shall be provided with approved addressidentification. The address identification shall be legible and placed in a position that is visiblefromthe street or road fronting the property. Address identification characters shall contrastwiththeirbackground. Address numbers shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical letters. Numbers shall not be spelled out. Each character shall be not less than 4 inches (102 mm) inheightwithastrokewidthofnotlessthan0.5 inch (12.7 mm). Where required bythe firecodeofficial, address identification shall be provided in additional approved locations tofacilitateemergency response. Where access isby means of a private road and the buildingaddresscannotbeviewedfromthe public way, a monument, pole or other sign or means shallbe used to identify the structure. Address identification shall be maintained. 304.14 Insect Screens. Every door, window and other outside opening required for ventilationofhabitable rooms, food preparation areas, food service areas, or any areas where products tobeincludedorutilizedinfoodforhuman consumption are processed, manufactured, packaged or stored, shall be supplied with approved tightlyfitting screens of not less thansixteen (16) mesh per inch (16 mesh/25mm) and every swinging door shall have a self-closing device in good working condition. Exception: Screen doors shall not be required where other approved means, such as aircurtainsorinsectrepellantfans, are employed.
309.1 Infestation. All structures shall be kept free from insect and rodent infestation. Allstructuresinwhichinsectsorrodentsarefoundshallbepromptlyexterminatedbyapprovedprocessesthatwillnotbeinjurioustohuman health. All structures shall be kept free frominsect and rodent infestation. All exterior premises in which insects or rodents are found to bedetrimentaltopublichealth, safety or welfare shall be promptly exterminated by approvedprocessesthatwillnotbeinjurioustohuman health. After extermination, proper precautionsshallbetakentoprevent reinfestation. Chapter 6 Mechanical And Electrical Requirements602.3 Heat Supply. Every owner and operator of any building who rents, leases or lets one ormoredwellingunit, rooming unit, dormitory or guestroom on terms, either expressed orimplied, to furnish heat to the occupants thereof shall supply heat during the period ofOctober15toMay15tomaintainatemperatureofnotlessthan sixty five degrees Fahrenheit (65°F) (18°C) in all habitable rooms, bathrooms and toilet rooms. Exception: When the outdoor temperature isbelow the winter outdoor design temperatureforthe locality, maintenance of the minimum room temperature shall not be required, provided that the heating system is operating at its full design capacity. The winter outdoordesigntemperatureshallbeasindicatedinthevillageofOakBrookamendmentstotheinternational residential code. 602.4 Occupiable Work Spaces. Is amended bythe insertion of the following dates: "October15toMay15". Chapter 7 Fire Safety Requirements704.1 General. Systems, devices and equipment to detect a fire, actuate an alarm, or suppressorcontrolafire or any combination thereof shall be maintained in an operable condition at alltimesinaccordancewiththe international fire code. At the time of construction, a clear andunobstructed, accessible floor space with the minimum dimensions of 30"w x 36"d x 80"hshallbeprovided at each of the following: a. Fire alarm pull station. b. Fire hydrant. c. Standpipe. Revert to original code section languageAppendix ABoarding StandardA101.1 Windows and doors shall be secured in an approved manner to prevent entry byunauthorizedpersons, opaque surfaces shall be painted to correspond to the color of theexistingstructure. A101.1.1 A semi-annual permit shall be required for new and existing boarding. H. International Energy Conservation Code: International energy conservation code isadopted - as amended by title 71: Public Buildings, Facilities, And Real Property, chapter I: Capital Development Board, subchapter d: Energy Codes, part 600 Illinois energyconservationcode, section 1060. Appendix A supplanted and additional 2015 Current IllinoisadoptedInternationalEnergy Conservation Code Sections. I. International Existing Building Code Amendments: Chapter 1 Scope And Administration101.1. Is amended by inserting "Village of Oak Brook". 112 Board Of Appeals. Is renamed "Appeals".
112.1 General. Aperson shall have the right to appeal a decision of the building official. Forthepurposesofthiscode, all appeals of decisions relating to this code shall be referred to thecircuitcourt of DuPage County. 112.2 Limitations On Authority. Is deleted in its entirety. 112.3 Qualifications. Is deleted in its entirety. 113.4 Violation Penalties. Any person who violates a provision of this code or fails to complywithanyof the requirementsthereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs a building orstructureinviolation of the approved construction documents or directive of the buildingofficial, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code, shall be subject tofines and penalties as those specified in section 1-3-1of the village code. Chapter 8 Alterations - Level 2804.2.2 803.2.2 Automatic Sprinkler Protection In Work Areas. Work areas shall be providedwithautomaticsprinklerprotection where allof the following conditions occur: 1. The work area isrequired to be provided with automatic sprinkler protection inaccordancewiththe international fire code, as adopted and amended by the village of OakBrook, as applicable to new construction; Revert to original code section language amendingonly condition 22. The work area exceeds 50 percent of the floor area. The cumulative work area exceeds1,000 square feet within a five year period; Where more than 50 percent of the total floor area of the building or structure have been orare proposed to be involved in an alteration within a five year period, level 3 provisions forautomaticsprinklerprotectionshall apply. Exceptions: 1. Existing, legally occupied R-2 occupancies. 2. Existing, legally occupied R-3 single family occupancies as regulated by theinternational residential code. Chapter 9 Alterations - Level 3904.1 Automatic Sprinkler Protection. Buildings undergoing level 3 alterations shall beprovidedwithautomaticsprinklerprotectioninaccordancewiththe international fire code, as adopted and amended by the village of Oak Brook, as applicable to new construction; Where more than 50 percent of the total floor area of the building or structure have been orare proposed to be involved in an alteration within a five year period, level 3 provisions forautomaticsprinklerprotectionshall apply. Exceptions: 1. Existing, legally occupied R-2 occupancies. 2. Existing, legally occupied R-3 single family occupancies as regulated by theinternational residential code. Revert back to original code section language. Chapter 14 Performance Compliance Methods1401.2. Is amended byinserting the date December 12, 1958. Remove amendment no longerpartofthischapter. J. International Fuel Gas Code Amendments: Chapter 1 Scope and Administration101.1. Is amended by inserting "Village of Oak Brook".
106.6 109.1 Fees. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical and plumbing systemsoralterationsrequiringapermit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as those specified insection10-4-1 of the village code. 109 113 Means of Appeal. Is renamed "Appeals". 109.1 113.1 Through 109.7 113.4 Are deleted in their entirety and are replaced to read asfollows: 109.1 113.5 Appeals. Aperson shall have the right to appeal a decision of the building official. Forthe purposes of this code, all appeals of decisions relating to this code shall be referred tothecircuitcourt of DuPage County. 108.4 115.4 Violation Penalties. "Any person who violates a provision of this code or fails tocomplywithanyof the requirements thereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs abuildingorstructureinviolation of the approved construction documents or directive of thebuilding official, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code, shall besubjecttofines and penalties as those specified in section 1-3-1 of the village code." Delete Section 114 (IFGC) Board of Appeals in its entirety. K. International Swimming Pool And Spa Code Amendments: Chapter 1 Scope And Administration101.1. Is amended by inserting "Village of Oak Brook".
105.3 Time limitation of application. An application for a permit for any proposed work shall bedeemedtohavebeenabandoned18090daysafterthedateoffiling, unless such application has beenpursuedingoodfaithorapermithasbeen issued; except that the building official is authorized tograntoneormoreextensionsoftimeforadditionalperiodsnotexceeding90days each. The extensionshallbe requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated. 105.4.3 Expiration. Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work authorized bysuchpermitiscommencedwithin90daysafteritsissuance, or if the work authorized by suchpermitissuspendedorabandonedforaperiod of 90 days after the time the work iscommenced. The code official is authorized to grant, in writing, one or more extensions oftime, for a period not more than 90 days. The extension shall be requested in writing andjustifiablecausedemonstrated. 105.6.2 108.1 Fees. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical and plumbing systemsoralterationsrequiringapermit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as those specified insection10-4-1 of the village code. 108 111 Means Of Appeal. Is renamed "Appeals". 108.1 111.1 through 108.7 111.4. Are deleted in their entirety and are replaced to read asfollows: 108.1 111.1 Appeals. Aperson shall have the right to appeal a decision of the building official. Forthe purposes of this code, all appeals of decisions relating to this code shall be referred tothecircuitcourt of DuPage County. Delete Section 112 (IFGC) Board of Appeals in its entirety. 107 113.4 Violation Penalties. "Any person who violates a provision of this code or fails tocomplywithanyof the requirements thereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs abuildingorstructureinviolation of the approved construction documents or directive of thebuilding official, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code, shall besubjecttofines and penalties as those specified in section 1-3-1 of the village code."
L. International Plumbing Code Amendments: Chapter 1 Scope And Administration101.1. Is amended by inserting "Village of Oak Brook". 101.2 Scope. The provisionsof this code shall be limited to subjects not expressly governed bythestateofIllinoisplumbingcode, 2014 edition, published bythe Illinois department ofpublichealth. This code shall also regulate nonflammable medical gas, inhalation anesthetic, vacuum piping, nonmedical oxygen systems and sanitary and condensate vacuum collectionsystems. The installation of fuel gas distribution piping and equipment, fuel-gas-fired waterheatersandwaterheaterventingsystemsshallberegulatedby the international fuel gascode. Provisions in the appendices shall not apply unless specifically adopted. Appendices C & F are specifically adopted. 102.8 Referenced Codes And Standards. The codes and standardsreferenced in this code shallbe those listed in chapter 13 and such codes and standards shall be considered as part of therequirementsofthiscodetotheprescribed extent of each reference. Where differences occurbetweenthe provision of this code and the referenced standards, the provisions of this codeshallbethe minimum requirements. Where differences occur between provisionsof this codeand any other provision of the village code, the most restrictive provision shall apply. 106.6 109.1 Fees. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical and plumbing systemsoralterationsrequiringapermit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as those specified insection10-4-1 of the village code. 109 114.1 Appeal. "Aperson shall have the right to appeal a decision of the building official. Forthe purposes of this code, all appeals of decisions relating to this code shall be referred tothecircuitcourt of DuPage County." Delete 114.2 Limitations on authority in its entirety. 108.4 115.4 Violation Penalties. "Any person who violates a provision of this code or fails tocomplywithanyof the requirements thereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs abuildingorstructureinviolation of the approved construction documents or directive of thebuilding official, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions ofthis code, shall besubjecttofines and penalties as those specified in section 1-3-1of the village code." Chapter 3 General Regulations305.6.1. 305.4.1 Is amended by the insertion of the numbers 18 and 48. Chapter 4 Installation Of FixturesChapter4. Is deleted in its entirety, and replaced with: 401.1 Installation Of Water Closets, Urinals, Lavatories And Bidets. A water closet, urinal, lavatory or bidet shall not be set closer than 15 inches (381mm) from its center to any sidewall, partition, vanity or other obstruction, or closer than 30 inches (762 mm) center to centerbetweenadjacentfixtures. There shall be not less than a 21-inch (533 mm) clearance in frontof the water closet, urinal, lavatory or bidet to any wall, fixture or door. Water closetcompartments shall be not less than 30 inches (762 mm) in width and not less than 60 inches (1524 mm) in depth for floor mounted water closets and not less than30 inches (762 mm) inwidthand56inches (1422mm) in depth for wall hung water closets. Chapters 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10. Are deleted in their entirety, without replacement. Chapter 11 Storm Drainage
1106.1 General. The size of the vertical conductors and leaders, building storm drains, building storm sewers and any horizontal branches of such drains or sewers shall be based onthe 100-year hourly rainfall rate of four inches (4"). Appendices C and F. Are adopted without amendment. (Ord. G-1084, 9-27-2016; Ord. G-1167, 7-14-2020)
10-1-3: DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES: Whenever in this title the term "building official" is used, it shall mean the director ofcommunitydevelopmentservices, or his designee, who are authorized and directed toadministerandenforcethe provisions of this title, making such determinations, interpretations and orders as are necessary therefor and requiring such plats, plans and otherdescriptivematerialasarenecessaryforhimtojudge compliance with this title. (Ord. G-160, 6-11-1974; Ord. G-652, 12-14-1999)
10-1-4: NUMBERING BUILDINGS: A. Except as otherwise passed bythe board approval, on the recommendation of thedirectorof community development, building numbers within the village shall correspondwiththegridlinesestablishedontheannexedplatof the village, which said plat is herebyincorporated by reference. Such numbers shall progress uniformly to meet the numberdesignationon the next succeeding grid line. B. All houses or buildings located on the north and west sides of respective streets shallbearevennumbers and all houses or buildings located on the east and south sides ofrespective streets shall bear odd numbers. C. It shall be the duty of the office of the director of community development, upon request, to issue and designate numbers for all buildings within the village in accordance with thesystemhereby adopted. D. The numbering system within the confines of the Ginger Creek Subdivision shallcorrespondtothesystem designated on the attached plat of that subdivision, which is herebyincorporatedand made a part of this section. (Ord. G-30, 12-12-1961)
10-1-5: VIOLATION; PENALTY: A. Any person who violates, disobeys, omits, neglects or refuses to comply with, or whoresiststheenforcementofanyof the provisions of this title, including provisions adopted byreference, or who refuses to remedy a violation of any such provisions, shall be fined asprescribedinsection1-3-1 of this code for each offense; and each day upon which suchviolationcontinues shall constitute a separate offense. B. Any person licensed or registered bythe state or a subdivision thereof to do workregulatedbythistitle, or to render professional architectural or engineering service, whoviolatesthelaworprovisions of this title under which licensed or registered shall be subjecttoproceedingsoractiontorevokethe certificate of license or registration. C. When a building or structure or part or appurtenance thereof is found by competentauthoritiestobemaintainedinaconditionnotreasonablysafefromthehazardsoffire, explosion, collapse, contagion or spread of infectious disease, the owner thereof, upon order
from the village president and board of trustees, and after due notice, shall be liable forcorrectionorremovalofthe condition or the cost thereofupon failure to act. D. A penalty, shall be added to all permits upon the issuance of said permit in cases whereworkhascommencedpriortotheissuanceofsaidpermit. (Ord. G-160, 6-11-1974; Ord. G-426, 3-14-1989)
10-1-6: DEMOLITION AND CONSTRUCTION SITE MANAGEMENT: An applicant for a building permit shall be responsible for safe and orderly construction sitemanagementduringallphasesofpermittedwork. The following minimum requirements shallbemetpriortothecommencementofworkandthroughout the duration of the project. Inaddition, all applicable sections of the village code shall be met. A. Safeguards: Safeguards during commercial and residential construction shall conform tointernational building code chapter 33 as adopted and amended within this title. B. Debris Control And Site Cleanup: Debris and refuse containment shall be required for alljobsites. Containment shall occur on the property that is the subject of the permit (and not onpublicproperty) and shall be within either a covered dumpster or container of sufficient sizetopreventwindblowndebris. The dumpster or container shall be set back on the site as far aspossibleandbenocloserthan ten feet (10') from any side lot line. All such dumpsters orcontainers shall be maintained to prevent windblown debris when work is not beingperformedontheproperty. At the end of each workday, allwindblown material, debris andlittershallbepickedupand placed in the dumpster or container. C. Construction Traffic Management: Prior to the issuance of a permit for demolition orconstruction of a new principal structure, the applicant shall submit a plan to the buildingofficialshowingthe location that the construction and worker vehicles will park. Parking ofvehiclesmustnotobstructorlimittheuseofanyadjacentroadway, private driveway, mailbox, fire hydrant or create a site distance problem with an adjacent intersection. Theparking plan shall be subject to approval by the department of community development, shallbeapartof the permit, and a copyshall be posted on the construction site. The permitteeshallberesponsibleforcompliancewiththeapprovedparking plan. Failure to post a copy ofthe planon the site will be cause for possible issuance of a stop work order. D. Sanitation Facilities: Sanitation facilities in conformance with the international plumbingcodeshallbeavailable on site prior to any work commencing on the property. Portabletoilet(s) shall not be located on public property, including any street, parkway or sidewalk. Such facility shall not be located within ten feet (10') of any property line and shall beservicedonaregularbasis. E. Dust Abatement: Dust and debris abatement for all construction activities shall be inconformancewithinternational building code section 3307.2 as adopted and amended withinthistitle. F. Weeds And Grass: Weeds and grass shall conform to international property maintenancecodesection302.4 as adopted and amended within this title. In addition, the application for a permit shall constitute notice to the applicant and permitholder, noadditional notice shall be required until a final certificate of occupancy is issued. Failure to maintain grass and weeds shall be adequate cause for the immediate posting of a "stop work" order. Repeat and/or continued offenses shall be adequate cause for the building
official to suspend the permit pursuant to section 105.6.1 of the international building code orsectionR105.6.1 of the international residential code as adopted and amended within thistitle. G. Written Notice Of Applicant: Notice of the filing of an application for a demolition permitofasingle-family dwelling shall be given to all residents of property within two hundred fiftyfeet (250') of any part of the subject property and applicable homeowner association by theapplicant. Such notice shall be on a form provided by the village and shall be given by firstclassmail. The applicant shall provide the names and addresses of all notified propertyownerstothevillagealongwithacertificate of mailing. The notices shall be sent at least ten (10) days prior to the permit being approved and said permit will not be approved withoutsaidten (10) days' notice. H. Schedule And Cash Bond: The permit application for demolition and/or construction of anewprincipalstructureshall include a schedule of all planned activities including: 1. Installation of fencing. 2. Installation of temporary erosion control measures. 3. Building demolition. 4. Excavation. 5. Backfilling of the building excavation. 6. Building under roof. 7. Completion of exterior finishes. 8. Rough and final grading. 9. Six inch (6") topsoil placement. 10. Seeding or sodding of all disturbed areas. Such schedule shall be subject to approval bythe department of community development. Theapplicant shall provide the estimated area of disturbance and provide an estimate of the costfortheplannedactivities (excluding the cost of demolition and subsections H6 and H7 of thissection) which shall be reviewed and approved bythe village engineer. The village engineershall approve said estimated area and costs or require them to be corrected. The applicantshall post with the village a cash bond in an amount equal to not less than one hundred tenpercent (110%) of the approved estimated cost. Said cash bond shall meet the requirementsofsubsection9-6-1B1 of this code. Upon completion of the required work listed in thissubsection H, said cash bond, or any unused balance shall be refunded. I. Expiration Of Permit: Residential permits shall conform to section R105.5 of theinternational residential code as adopted and amended herein, all other permits shall conformtosection 105.5 of the international building code as adopted and amended herein. Thisprovisionisinadditiontoanddoesnotnegatethe provisions of subsection 9-6-1B1 of thiscode. J. Tree Preservation And Protection: For all demolition permits, the applicant shall submit adetailedtreesurveywhichshowsthelocationofalltreeswithaminimum diameterof eightinches (8") as measured twelve inches (12") above ground. The plan shall be subject toapprovalbythe building official and shall be a part of the permit and include a statement ofanticipateddamagetoorremovaloftreeson the subject property and measures to be takentoprotect the trees such as pruning, root pruning, use of retaining walls or protective fencing,
auguring of utility lines to improve the survivability of the trees and any other protectivemeasurestobetaken by the permittee. K. Hours Of Construction: Except as provided in subsections A, B, C and D of this section nopersonorentityshallperform construction activities, perform any activity requiring abuildingpermit, or operate heavy equipment, except as follows: LocationDayOfThe WeekPermittedTimeLocationDayOfThe WeekPermittedTimeResidentialzonedistricts - interior or exterior: Hand tools may be used at any time within the interior of a fully enclosed structure providedthatthere is noconstruction related sound heard at the property lineMonday - FridayHeavyequipment - between 7:00 A.M. and 6:00 P.M. Other tools - between 7:00 A.M. and 8:00 P.M. SaturdayHeavyequipment - between 9:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. Other tools - between 8:00 A.M. and 7:00 P.M. SundayHeavyequipment - not permittedOther tools - between 9:00 A.M. and 6:00 P.M. All other zone districts - exterior* AnyHeavy equipment - between 6:00 A.M. and 6:00 P.M. Other tools - between 6:00 A.M. and 8:00 P.M. *Exception: Any propertythat shares a lot line with a residential zone district, within 500 feetof the residential zone districtAnyHeavyequipment - same as residential zone districtsAllotherzonedistricts - interiorAnyOther tools - anyHandtools - any
1. Definitions: For the purposes of this subsection: HAND TOOLS: Tubing cutters, volt-ohm meters, manual pipe benders, pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers, paint brushes, rollers, torches, brooms, and similar tools that are substantiallysilentinoperation. "Hand tools" shall not include hammers or any other item used as astrikingimplement.
HEAVY EQUIPMENT: Gasoline or diesel powered air compressors, gasoline or dieselpoweredsaws, bulldozers, jackhammers, pile drivers, power hammers, graders, riveters, earthmovers, tree and stump grinders, trenchers, cement mixers, tractors, power hoists orderricks, demolition balls, power shovels, dump trucks, and power equipment on wheels ortractionchains, or other similar equipment, but shall not include garbage trucks, which aregovernedbyseparate agreement within the village, nonconstruction delivery vehicles, trucksoperating on designated truck routes, or snow removal equipment. OTHER TOOLS: Any construction tool that isneither defined herein as "hand tools" or "heavy equipment". Other tools shall include, but not be limited to: electric compressors, nailers, hammers, cord connected electric saws, drills, or similar equipment. It is anticipatedthat "other tools" will create a sound level that can be heard at the property line. RESIDENTIAL ZONE DISTRICT: Shall include all zone districts R1, R2, R3, R4 and R5 with theadditional inclusion of anycontiguous street, right of way, or public owned property. 2. Exceptions: a. Emergencies: The limitations stated in this subsection shall not apply in any situationwhich requires heavy equipment or other tools in emergencies to assist or avoid a problemrelatedtohealthortosafetyofpersonsorproperty, orto sewer, water, power, utility, ortelephoneinterruptions. b. Work By Public Agencies: The limitations stated in this subsection may be waived bytheboardoftrusteesby resolution for work undertaken by any public body or agency for thebenefit of the public. The board of trustees may attach to any such waiver all conditions itdeems necessary to protect the public health, safety or welfare. c. Waiver: The limitations stated in this section may be waived by the building official inareasof the village zoned for nonresidential uses pursuant to the village zoning ordinance; provided, however, that no such waiver shall be granted unless the building official finds that: (1) The party seeking the waiver will suffer a unique or unusual hardship unless thewaiver is granted; and (2) The granting of a waiver will not cause a substantial or undue adverse impact uponadjacentpropertyoruponthe public health, safety and welfare. (3) The village manager may attach to such waiver all conditions he deems necessarytoprotect the public health, safety or welfare. d. Building Permits: Work undertaken pursuant to any permit issued by the village shallbesubjecttothe provisionsof this subsection. (Ord. G-1089, 10-11-2016) L. Off Site Maintenance: In addition to the provisionsof title 8 of this code and internationalpropertymaintenancecodesection302.1 nopermittee shall allow any runoff, dirt, mud, debris or similar materials to be deposited upon and remain on any area outside of thepremisesuponwhich the permit was issued. Such premises shall include, but not be limitedto, public or private: streets, rights of way, sanitary or storm sewers, and/or any otherpremisesnotincludedwithinthescopeof the permit. Any such materials shall beimmediatelyremoved and the area shall be restored to a clean condition with no visibleresidue. The application for a permit shall constitute notice to the applicant and permitholder, noadditional notice shall be required until a final certificate of occupancy is issued. Failure to maintain any off site area in conformance with this section shall be adequate causefortheimmediate posting of a "stop work" order. Repeat and/or continued offenses shall be
adequate cause for the building official to suspend the permit pursuant to section 105.6.1 ofthe international building code or section R105.6.1 of the international residential code asadoptedand amended within this title. M. Construction Site Sign: The building official may require a construction site sign to bepostedonanycommercialorresidential project where a protective barrier, fence, barricade, or canopy is required by this code. The sign format and required information shall be asspecifiedby the building official. (Ord. G-1084, 9-27-2016; Ord. G-1089, 10-11-2016)
EXHIBIT BCHAPTER2FIREPREVENTIONSECTION: 10-2-1: Fire Code Adopted10-2-2: Amendments10-2-3: Reserved10-2-4: Reserved10-2-5: Alarm Systems10-2-6: Penalties
10-2-1: FIRE CODE ADOPTED: A. International fire code: 2015 2021 edition, published by the International CodeCouncil, Inc. (Ord. G-1084, 9-27-2016) Update
10-2-2: AMENDMENTS: A. International Fire Code Amendments: Chapter 1 AdministrationSubsection101.1Title. Is amended by inserting the words "vVillage of Oak Brook, IL." 101.2.1 Appendices. "Provisions in the appendices shall not apply unless specificallyadopted. Appendices B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I & J B-N are hereby adopted and amended as notedbelow." 103.2 Appointment. The fire code official shall be appointed by the chief appointingauthorityof the jurisdiction; and the fire code official shall not be removed from officeexceptforcauseandafterfullopportunitytobeheardonspecific and relevant charges byand before the appointing authority. All references to fire code official within this codeshallrefertothefirechiefand/or deputies as designated in section 103.3 of this code. 103.3 Deputies. In accordance with the prescribed procedures of this jurisdiction and withtheconcurrenceof the appointing authority, the fire code official shall have the authority toappointadeputyfirecodeofficial, other related technical officers, inspectors and otheremployees.
105.7.5 Fire Alarm And Detection Systems And Related Equipment. A construction permitis required for installation of or modification tofire alarm and detection systems andrelatedequipment. Routine maintenance performed in accordance with this code is notconsideredamodificationanddoesnotrequireapermit. 105.6.6 Any maintenance, correction or repair performed to correct a citedviolation shallnotbeconsideredroutineand shall require a permit. 105.7.6 Fire Pumps And Related Equipment. A construction permit is required forinstallation of or modification tofire pumps and related fuel tanks, jockey pumps, controllers, and generators. Routine maintenance performed in accordance with this codeis not considered a modification and does not require a permit. Any maintenance, correction or repair performed to correct a cited violation shall not be considered routineand shall require a permit. Section 111 Appeals111.1.1 General. Aperson shall have the right to appeal a decision of the fire chief and/orbuilding official. For the purposes of this code, all appeals of decisions relating to this codeshallbereferredtothecircuitcourt of DuPage County. 111.2 Limitations. An appeal shall be based on a claim that the true intent of this code orthe rules legally adopted thereunder has been incorrectly interpreted, the provisionsof thiscodedonotfullyapplyoranequallygoodorbetter form of construction is proposed. Section 112 Violations112.4 Violation Penalties. Any person who violates a provision of this code or fails tocomplywithanyof the requirements thereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs abuildingorstructureinviolation of the approved construction documents or directive ofthe building official, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code, shall be subject to fines and penalties as those specified in section 1-3-1 of the village code. Chapter 2 DefinitionsAccessible, Readily (Readily Accessible). Capable of being reached quickly for operation, renewal, or inspections without requiring those to whom ready access isrequisite to climboverorremoveobstaclesortoresorttoportableladders, and so forth. Responsible Party. Except as otherwise specified herein, the owner or the owner'sdesignated agent shall be responsible for the maintenance of buildings, structures andpremises. In addition, any other person or entity who may be reasonably considered tohavearoleorresponsibilityinthecreation, continuation, or correction of any violation ofthiscodeshallbearesponsiblepartyoradditionalresponsiblepartyforsuchviolation. Chapter 5 Fire Service Features505.1.1 Emergency Response Building Access Identification. New and existing buildingsshallbeprovidedwithbuildingaccessidentificationateachexteriorhinged, sliding oroverheaddoorordoorgroupthatprovides immediate access into the same area. The main
entry - as determined by the code official - shall be designated as door "1". Numbering shallcontinueinaclockwise sequential manner for all doors or door groups providing buildingaccess. Identification numbers shall be on the interior and exterior of each door, affixed toordirectlyadjacenttothedoor. Identification numbers shall contrast with theirbackground. Identification numbers shall be arabic numbers. Numbers shall not be spelledout. Each character shall be not less than 4 inches (102 mm) high with a minimum strokewidthof1/2 inch (12.7 mm). Where any door cannot be readily viewed from the exterior, amonument, pole or other sign or means shall be used to identify the door or door group. Identification numbers shall be maintained. Exceptions: 1. Existing buildings in malls and existing anchor buildings that meet all of thefollowingconditions: 1.1 There is an existing and properly maintained alternate door identification system inplaceforallexteriordoors. 1.2 The alternate door identification system is approved. 1.3 The mall area is greater than 500,000 square feet. 2. Doors to dedicated spaces - such as mechanical rooms, electrical rooms, storagerooms, fire sprinkler rooms, etc. - shall be labeled to indicate the use of the space and shallnotbeincludedinthenumberingsequenceunlessthisspacemayalso be accessed from theinteriorof the building. 3. Buildings having less than four (4) exterior doors or door groups as regulated by thissection. 4. Occupancy group R-3. 5. Any building that is one or more of the following: 5.1 Listed, or certified as eligible for listing by the state historic preservation officer or thekeeperof the national register of historic places, in the national register of historic places. 5.2 Designated as historic under an applicable state or local law. 5.3 Certified as a contributing resource within a national register-listed, state-designated orlocallydesignatedhistoricdistrict. 506.1.1 Where Required. In any new or existing structure, other than one- and two-familydwellings, where access toorwithin the structure or an area isrestricted because ofsecured openings or where immediate access is necessary for life-saving orfire-fightingpurposes, The fire code official shall require one or more key boxes to be installed inapproved locations. The key box shall be of an approved typelisted in accordance with UL1037, and shall contain properly and permanently labeled keys to gain necessary access asrequired bythe fire code official., including - but not limited to: all gates, doors, hatches, ladder guards, elevators, and fire protection systems. Additional and/or larger boxes shall
be provided if manufacturer's box fill specifications are exceeded. Each key, key ring, tag, orkeycard shall be counted as a separate item when calculating box fill. There shall be aseparateboxforeachindividualoccupant. Exception: Separate boxes shall not be required where the fire code official finds that amultipleoccupantbox provides equivalent access due to: 1. A properly maintained master key system that provides all necessary access. or2. A limited number of occupants that utilize a common exterior entrance. or3. Approvalof a modification as detailed in section 104.8 of this code. Chapter 9 Fire Protection Systems901.4.1.1 General. Systems, devices and equipment to detect a fire, actuate an alarm, orsuppressorcontrolafire or any combination thereof shall be maintained in an operablecondition at all times in accordance with the international fire code. At the time ofconstruction, clear and unobstructed, accessible floor space with the minimum dimensionsof 30"w x 36"dx 80"h shall be provided at each of the following: a. Fire alarm pull station. b. Fire hydrant. c. Standpipe. 901.6.2.2 Records. The responsible party shall maintain current records of all systeminspections, tests and maintenance required by the referenced standards by: a. Submitting written documentation of any such activity to the fire code official within 30daysofitsoccurrence, andb. Maintaining a complete set of current records on site, accessible, and available to the firecodeofficialupon request. Section 903 Automatic Sprinkler Systems. Is amended as follows: 903.1 General. (As written in model code.) 903.2 Where Required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings andstructuresshallbeprovided, for all group H occupancies, and all other occupancies in thelocationsasfollows: 1. The fire area exceeds 1,000 square feet (93 m2); 2. The building has more than one story;
3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge; 4. The building has a basement. It shall be unlawful for the owner of any building or structure to sell, transfer, mortgage, orotherwisedisposeofsuchbuildingorstructuretoanotheruntiltheautomaticsprinklersystemrequirementsofthissectionarefullymet. Exceptions: a. Existing, legally occupied R-2 occupancies. b. Existing, legally occupied R-3 single family occupancies as regulated by the internationalresidentialcode. 903.2.1 Group A. Per section 903.2. 903.2.2 Ambulatory Care Facilities. 903.2.2.1 Ambulatory Care Facilities. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installedthroughout the entire floor containing an ambulatory care facility where either of thefollowingconditionsexistsatanytime: 1. Four or more care recipients are incapable of selfpreservation, whether renderedincapablebystafforstaffhasacceptedresponsibilityforcarerecipientsalreadyincapable. 2. One or more care recipients that are incapable of self-preservation are located at otherthan the level of exit discharge serving such a facility. In buildings where ambulatory care isprovided on levels other than the level of exitdischarge, an automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout the entire floorwheresuch care isprovided as well as all floors below, and all floors between the level ofambulatorycare and the nearest level of exit discharge, including the level of exit discharge. 903.2.3 Group E. Per section 903.2. 903.2.4 Group F. Per section 903.2, with the following addition: 903.2.4.1 Woodworking Operations. An automatic sprinkler system shall be providedthroughoutallgroupF-1 occupancy fire areas that contain woodworking operations inexcessof 500 square feet in area (46 m2) which generate finely divided combustible wasteorwhichusefinelydividedcombustible materials. 903.2.5 Group H. (As written in model code.) 903.2.6 Group I. Per section 903.2. 903.2.7 Group M. Per section 903.2. 903.2.7.1 High-Piled Storage. (As written in model code.) 903.2.8 Group R. Per section 903.2.
903.2.9 Group S-1. Per section 903.2, with the addition of: 903.2.9.1 Repair Garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout allbuildingsusedasrepairgaragesinaccordancewiththe international building code whereoneof the following conditions exists: 1. The fire area exceeds 1,000 square feet (93 m2). 2. The building has more than one story. 3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge. 4. The building has a basement. 5. The building is used for repair or storage of commercial trucks or buses. 903.2.9.2 Bulk Storage Of Tires. Buildings and structures where the area for the storage oftiresexceeds2,000 cubic feet (57 m3) shall be equipped throughout with an automaticsprinklersysteminaccordancewithsection903.3.1.1. 903.2.10 Group S-2. Per section 903.2, with the addition of: 903.2.10.1 Commercial Parking Garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be providedthroughout buildings used for storage of commercial trucks or buses. 903.2.11 Specific Buildings And Hazards. (As written in model code.) 903.2.12 During Construction. (As written in model code.) 903.2.13 Group U. Per section 903.2. 903.3.9 Control Valve Accessibility. Fire sprinkler control valves shall be installed in areadilyaccessiblelocation (no higherthan seven feet off finished floor) where either of thefollowingconditionsoccurs: 1. A new or replacement valve is installed. 2. A fire sprinkler system is reconfigured to add and/or modify the location of 20 or moresprinklerheads. 903.4.1 Monitoring. Alarm, supervisory and trouble signals shall be distinctly different andshallbeautomaticallytransmittedtotheDuPagepublicsafetycommunications (DuComm) in accordance with NFPA 72. 903.5 Testing And Maintenance. (As written in model code.) 903.6 Existing Buildings. (As written in model code.) 907.2a A manual fire alarm box shall be required in all new buildings and structures, acrossalloccupancy classifications and installed in all locations as per Section 907.4.2 and NFPA72.
907.2b An automatic detection system shall be required as specified per IFC 2021. Inaddition, automatic detection, preferably smoke unless approved by the fire code official, shall be required in the following areas: mechanical equipment rooms, electrical rooms, over transformers/ transformer rooms, telephone equipment rooms, elevator machineroomsandelevator lobbies. 907.5.2.4 Audio Visual Alarms. An audiovisual alarm shall be installed in an approvedlocation; above, or in close proximity to the exterior main entrance to each occupancy ortenantspace. 907.6.6 Monitoring. All fire protection equipment shall be supervised/monitored and shallterminatewiththeDuPagepublicsafetycommunications (DuComm) in accordance withNFPA72. Unless specifically permitted by the fire chief, all new construction and panelreplacementsshallbemonitoredutilizingapproved wireless communications. Exceptions: (As written in model code.) 907.11 Zones. Each floor shall be zoned separately and shall comply with all of thefollowingconditions: 1. No one fire zone shall exceed twenty thousand (20,000) square feet (1,858 m2) 2. No automatic sprinkler zone shall exceed fifty-two thousand (52,000) square feet (4,831m2) for any one floor. 3. There shall be a minimum of four zones per floor for the installed alarm system: a. Pull stations. b. Water flow. c. Heat detection. d. Smoke detection. 4. The length of any zone shall not exceed 300 feet (91.440 meters) in any direction. Exception: Automatic sprinkler system zones shall not exceed the area permitted by NFPA13. Chapter 31 Tents And Membrane Structures3103.2 Approval Required. Tents and membrane structures having an area in excess of 400squarefeet (37 m2) shall not be erected, operated or maintained for any purpose withoutfirstobtainingapermitandapprovalfromthefirecodeofficialorbuildingofficial. Exceptions: 1. Tents used exclusively for recreational camping purposes. 2. Tents open on all sides that comply with all of the following:
2.1. Individual tents having a maximum size of 700 square feet (65 m2). 2.2. The aggregate area of multiple tents placed side by side without a fire break clearanceof 12 feet (3658 mm), not exceeding 700 square feet (65 m2) total. 2.3. A minimum clearance of 12 feet (3658 mm) to all structures and other tents. 2.4Individual tents having an occupancy load of 49 or less- as calculated by section 1004ofthiscode. Appendix B Fire-Flow Requirements For BuildingsSectionB101.1 Scope. Is hereby amended by the addition of the following "This appendixshallnotbeconstruedtomandateinfrastructureimprovementsatVillageofOakBrookexpense." Section B103.1. Is hereby amended to read as follows "The fire chief is authorized to reducethefire-flow requirements for isolated buildings or a group of buildings wheredevelopmentoffull fire-flow requirements is impractical." Appendix C Fire Hydrant Locations And DistributionSectionC101.1 Scope. Is hereby amended by the addition of the following "This appendixshallnotbeconstruedtomandateinfrastructureimprovementsatVillageofOakBrookexpense." Appendix D Fire Apparatus Access RoadsD102.1 Access And Loading. Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafterconstructed shall be accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fireapparatusaccessroadwithanasphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface capableof supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds (34 020kg). Parking or paved areas that are not capable of supporting fire apparatus weighing atleast75,000 pounds (34 020 kg) shall be clearly identified by arches or other structure asapprovedby the fire code official. D102.1.1 Areas For Aerial Apparatus Setup. Any paved area where the fire code officialdeterminesthataerialapparatus may set up shall be capable of supporting the imposedpointloadfromanoutrigger of at least 75,000 pounds per square foot. D103.6 Signs. Unless otherwise approved by the fire code official, all new and existing fireapparatusaccessroadsshallbemarkedwithpermanentNoParking-Fire Lane signscomplyingwithfigureD103.6. Signs shall have a minimum dimension of 12 inches (305mm) wide by 18 inches (457 mm) high and have red letters on a white reflectivebackground. Signs shall be posted on one or both sides of the fire apparatus road asrequired by section D103.6.1 or D103.6.2. D103.6.1 Roads 20 To 26 Feet In Width. Fire lane signs as specified in section D103.6 shallbe posted on both sides of fire apparatus access roads that are 20 to 26 feet wide (6096 to7925mm). Fire lane signs shall be located so that there is one sign at the beginning of the
designated fire lane, with additional signs as required to maintain signage in a clearlyvisibleandreadablelocationfromeverypointthroughout the designated fire lane. Unlessotherwiseapprovedby the fire code official, spacing between fire lane signs shall notexceed50feet, as measured along the side of the road. D103.6.2 Roads More Than 26 Feet In Width. Fire lane signs as specified in section D103.6shallbe posted on one side of fire apparatus access roads more than 26 feet wide (7925mm) and less than 32 feet wide (9754 mm). Fire lane signs shall be located so that there isone sign at the beginning of the designated fire lane, with additional signs as required tomaintainsignageinaclearlyvisibleand readable location from every point throughout thedesignatedfirelane. Unless otherwise approved bythe fire code official, spacing betweenfirelanesignsshallnotexceed50feet, as measured along the side of the road. (Ord. G-1084, 9-27-2016) Update
10-2-3: RESERVED: (Ord. G-1084, 9-27-2016) Update
10-2-4: RESERVED: (Ord. G-1084, 9-27-2016) Update
10-2-5: ALARM SYSTEMS: A. False Fire Alarm Service Charge: A fire alarm user shall be charged a service charge oftwohundredfiftydollars ($250.00) for each false fire alarm if such false fire alarmis: 1) due to or caused by a lack of required maintenance as specified in the Oak Brook firepreventioncode; or 2) resulting from any test, repair, alteration or addition to the fireprotectionsystemwithoutpriornotification thereof to the fire department. For all otherfalsefirealarms, an alarm user shall be charged a service charge of two hundred fiftydollars ($250.00) for each such false fire alarm in excess of one in any three (3) monthperiod. All false fire alarm service charges shall be remitted to the village by the alarm useruponreceipt of the statement for such service charge. B. Security Service Monitoring Charge: Each person subscribing to a security service whichis monitored bythe village shall pay a monthly charge effective October 1, 2009, of twentydollars ($20.00) to the village, with a three percent (3%) yearly escalation increase startingJanuary1, 2011. Said charge may be paid to the agency supplying the monitoring board, provided that said agency promptly remits the monthly fee to the village. C. Liability Of Village Limited: The village assumes no liability for: 1. Any defects in the operation of an alarm system.
2. Failure or neglect to respond appropriately upon receipt of an alarm. 3. Failure or neglect of any person in connection with the installation, operation ormaintenanceofanalarmsystem. 4. The transmission of alarm signals, prerecorded alarm messages or the relaying of suchsignals and messages. (Ord. G-329, 9-28-1982; Ord. G-486, 4-14-1992; Ord. G-898, 9-8-2009; Ord. G-911, 12-8-2009)
10-2-6: PENALTIES: Any person who shall violate any of the provisionsof the code hereby adopted or fail tocomplytherewith, or who shall violate or fail to comply with any order made thereunder, or who shall build in violation of anydetailed statement of specifications or planssubmittedand approved thereunder, or any certificate or permit issued thereunder, andfromwhich no appeal has been taken, or who shall failto comply with such an order asaffirmedormodified by the village president and board of trustees or by a court ofcompetentjurisdiction, with the time fixed herein, shall severally for each and every suchviolationand noncompliance respectively, be guilty of an offense against the village, punishable as prescribed in section 1-3-1 of this code. The imposition of one penalty foranyviolationshallnotexcusethe violation or permit it to continue; and all such personsshallberequiredtocorrectorremedysuchviolationsordefectswithinareasonabletime; and when not otherwise specified, each ten (10) days that prohibited conditions aremaintained shall constitute a separate offense. (Ord. G-101, 1-28-1969; 2000 Code)
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Preface
Authority: The International Fire Code (Chapter 51-54A WAC) is adopted by the Washington State
Building Code Council pursuant to Chapters 19.27 and 70.92 RCW. These codes were first adopted by
reference by the Washington State Legislature in 1974. In 1985, the Legislature delegated the responsibility
of adoption and amendment of these codes to the State Building Code Council.
Supersession of Previous Codes: Chapter 51-54A WAC supersedes Chapters 51-44 and 51-45 WAC.
Code Precedence: The State Building Code Act, Chapter 19.27 RCW, establishes the following order of
precedence among the documents adopted as parts of the State Building Code:
International Building Code, Standards and amendments -WAC 51-50;
International Residential Code, Standards and amendments – WAC 51-51;
International Mechanical Code, Standards and amendments - WAC 51-52;
International Fire Code, Standards and amendments - WAC 51-54A;
International Wildland-Urban Interface Code and amendments – WAC 51-55;
Uniform Plumbing Code, Standards and amendments - WAC 51-56.
Where there is a conflict between codes, an earlier named code takes precedence over a later named
code. In the case of conflict between the duct insulation requirements of the International Mechanical Code
and the duct insulation requirements of the Energy Code, the Energy Code, or where applicable, a local
jurisdiction's energy code, shall govern.
Where, in any specific case, different sections of this Code specify different materials, methods of
construction or other requirements, the most restrictive shall govern. Where there is conflict between a
general requirement and a specific requirement, the specific requirement shall be applicable.
Organization and Numbering: These rules are written to allow compatible use with the International Fire
Code. All sections which are amended, deleted, or added are referenced.
Enforcement: The State Building Code Act requires that each local jurisdiction enforce the State Building
Code within its jurisdiction. Any jurisdiction can contract with another jurisdiction or an inspection agency to
provide the mandated enforcement activities.
Amendments to the State Building Code:
The State Building Code Council has adopted review procedures and approval criteria for local
amendments. These procedures and criteria are found in Chapter 51-04 WAC. The Council has exempted
from its review any amendments to the administrative provisions of the various codes.
Forms for proposing statewide amendments to the State Building Code are available from the State
Building Code Council staff.
A. Amendments of Statewide Application: The State Building Code Council will consider proposals to amend
the Code every three years to coincide with the model code publication. The Council is not scheduled to enter
formal rulemaking until 2024 as part of its consideration of adoption of the 2024 series of codes.
Proposals to amend the Code shall be made on forms provided by the Building Code Council.
B. Local Amendments: Any jurisdiction may amend the State Building Code provided the amendments do
not reduce the minimum performance standards of the codes. There are areas where local amendments
are limited or prohibited:
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Prohibited Amendments: Residential provisions of the State Energy Code (WAC 51-11R and 51-11C), the
Ventilation provisions of the International Residential Code (WAC 51-51) or International Mechanical Code
(WAC 51-52); any provision of the International Building Code (WAC 51-50) or International Residential
Code affecting accessibility; and standards specifically adopted in Chapters 19.27 and 19.27A cannot be
amended by any local jurisdiction.
Residential Amendments: Amendments by local jurisdictions which affect the construction of
single family and multi-family residential buildings must be reviewed and approved by the State
Building Code Council before such amendments can be enforced. The State Building Code Act
provides the following definition:
Multi-family residential building: means common wall residential buildings that consist of
four or fewer units, that do not exceed two stories in height, that are less than 5,000
square feet in area, and that have a one-hour fire-resistive occupancy separation
between units.
Application forms for Council review of local amendments are available from the State Building Code Council
Staff.
Washington State Building Code Council
Post Office Box 41449
Olympia, Washington 98504-1449
www.sbcc.wa.gov
(360) 407-9280 Fax (360) 586-5366
e-mail: sbcc@ga.wa.gov
Printing Format: This version of the rules is published as a series of insert or replacement pages and is
intended to be printed as a two-sided document. Each page provides instructions for installing them in the
model code book. Amendments to the model code, are indicated by a double line in the margin next to the
revised portions and underlined text. Any portion of the model code that has been deleted in the amendment
will be marked with strikethrough text
Effective Date: These rules were adopted by the State Building Code Council on April 22, 2022. These rules
are effective throughout the state on March 15, 2024.
Building Permit Fees: The activities of the State Building Code Council are supported by permit fees
collected by each city and county. Section 19.27.085 of the State Building Code Act requires that a fee of
$6.50 be imposed on each residential permit and $25.00 on each commercial building permit issued by each
city and county. In addition, a fee of $2.00 per unit shall be imposed for each dwelling unit after the first unit,
on each building containing more than one residential unit. For the purpose of this fee, WAC 365-110-035
defines building permits as any permit to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert or
demolish any building or structure regulated by the Building Code. Exempt from the fee are plumbing,
electrical, mechanical permits, permits issued to install a mobile/manufactured home, commercial coach or
factory built structure, or permits issued pursuant to the International Fire Code.
Each city and county shall remit moneys collected to the state treasury quarterly. No remittance is required
until a minimum of $50.00 has accumulated.
These permit fees are the amounts current in January 2020. Such fees may be changed by the State
Legislature.
Opinions: RCW 19.27.031 grants the council authority to render opinions relating to the building code at the request
of a local code official. For the purposes of this section, the term "code official" means the local or state official, or
their designee, responsible for implementation and enforcement of the specific code provision on which the opinion is
requested. At the request of a code official, the council will issue opinions relating to the codes adopted under
chapters 19.27, 19.27A, and 70.92 RCW, and council amendments to the model codes. At the request of a local
code official, the council may issue opinions on the applicability of WAC 51-04-030 to a local government ordinance
regulating construction. Council related opinions may be developed and approved by a standing committee of the
council. Opinions approved by a standing committee may be reviewed and modified by the council.
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Table of Contents
WAC 51-54A-001 Authority A
WAC 51-54A-002 Purpose A
WAC 51-54A-003 International Fire Code A
WAC 51-54A-007 Exceptions A
WAC 51-54A-008 Implementation A
CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION
WAC 54-54A-0105 Permits 1-4
CHAPTER 2 DEFINITIONS
WAC 54-54A-0202 General Definitions 2-1
CHAPTER 3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
WAC 54-54A-0301 General 3-1
WAC 54-54A-0302 Definitions 3-1
WAC 54-54A-0307 Open Burning, Recreational Fires & Portable Outdoor Fireplaces 3-3
WAC 54-54A-0308 Open Flames 3-3
WAC 54-54A-0314 Indoor Displays 3-8
WAC 54-54A-0319 Mobile Food Preparation Vehicle 3-11
WAC 54-54A-0321 Artificial Combustible Vegetation 3-14
WAC 54-54A-0322 General 3-14
WAC 54-54A-0323 Powered Micro Mobility Devices and Industrial Truck 3-14
CHAPTER 4 EMERGENCY PLANNING & PREPAREDNESS
WAC 54-54A-0401 General 4-1
WAC 54-54A-0402 Definitions 4-1
WAC 54-54A-0403 Emergency Preparedness Requirements 4-1
WAC 54-54A-0404 Fire Safety Evacuation and Lockdown Plans 4-7
WAC 54-54A-0406 Employee Training and Response Procedures 4-9
CHAPTER 5 FIRE SERVICE FEATURES
WAC 54-54A-0501 General 5-1
WAC 54-54A-0503 Fire Apparatus Access Roads 5-1
WAC 54-54A-0507 Fire Protection Water Supplies 5-3
WAC 54-54A-0508 Fire Command Center 5-4
WAC 54-54A-0510 Emergency Responder Communication Coverage 5-6
CHAPTER 6 BUILDING SERVICES AND SYSTEMS
WAC 54-54A-0605 Fuel Fired Appliances 6-4
WAC 54-54A-0606 Commercial Cooking Equipment and Systems 6-7
CHAPTER 8 INTERIOR FINISH, DECORATIVE MATERIALS AND FURNISHINGS
WAC 54-54A-0806 Natural Decorative Vegetation in New and Existing Buildings 8-7
CHAPTER 9 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS
WAC 54-54A-0901 General 9-1
WAC 54-54A-0903 Automatic Sprinkler Systems 9-4
WAC 54-54A-0904 Alternative Automatic Fire-extinguishing Systems 9-12
WAC 54-54A-0907 Fire Alarm & Detection Systems 9-21
WAC 54-54A-0909 Smoke Control Systems 9-33
WAC 54-54A-0913 Fire Pumps 9-46
WAC 54-54A-0915 Carbon Monoxide Detection 9-49
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CHAPTER 10 MEANS OF EGRESS
WAC 54-54A-1003 General Means of Egress 10-2
WAC 54-54A-1004 Occupant Load 10-3
WAC 54-54A-1005 Means of Egress Sizing 10-5
WAC 54-54A-1006 Number of Exits and Exit Access Doorways 10-6
WAC 54-54A-1008 Means of Egress Illumination 10-10
WAC 54-54A-1009 Accessible Means of Egress 10-11
WAC 54-54A-1010 Doors, Gates and Turnstiles 10-13
WAC 54-54A-1011 Stairways 10-23
WAC 54-54A-1012 Ramps 10-27
WAC 54-54A-1017 Exit Travel Distance 10-33
WAC 54-54A-1019 Exit Access Stairways and Ramps 10-34
WAC 54-54A-1020 Corridors 10-35
WAC 54-54A-1023 Interior Exit Stairways and Ramps 10-37
CHAPTER 11 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS FOR EXISTING BUILDINGS
WAC 54-54A-1103 Fire Safety Requirements for Existing Buildings 11-1
WAC 54-54A-1104 Means of Egress for Existing Buildings 11-8
WAC 54-54A-1105 Construction Requirements for Existing I-2 11-13
CHAPTER 12 ENERGY SYSTEMS
WAC 54-54A-1205 Solar Photovoltaic Power Systems 12-4
WAC 54-54A-1207 Electrical Energy Storage Systems 12-7
CHAPTER 24 FLAMMABLE FINISHES
WAC 54-54A-2404 Spray Finishing 24-3
CHAPTER 31 TENTS AND OTHER MEMBRANE STRUCTURES
WAC 54-54A-3103 Temporary Tents and Membrane Structures 31-1
CHAPTER 33 FIRE SAFETY DURING CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION
WAC 54-54A-3303 Administrative Safety Controls 33-1
WAC 54-54A-3304 Precautions against Fire 33-1
WAC 54-54A-3305 Ignition Source Controls 33-1
WAC 54-54A-3306 Fire Protection Systems and Devices 33-1
WAC 54-54A-3307 Fire Department Site and Water Supply 33-1
WAC 54-54A-3308 Motorized Construction Equipment 33-1
WAC 54-54A-3309 Hazardous Materials 33-1
WAC 54-54A-3310 Additional Safeguards for Occupied Buildings 33-1
WAC 54-54A-3311 Additional Safeguards for Type I and Type II Construction 33-1
WAC 54-54A-3312 Additional Safeguards for Type IV-A, IV-B, and IV-C Construction 33-1
CHAPTER 36 MARINAS
WAC 54-54A-3601 Scope 36-1
WAC 54-54A-3602 Definitions 36-1
WAC 54-54A-3604 Fire Protection Equipment 36-1
CHAPTER 49 FIXED GUIDEWAYS AND PASSENGER RAIL SYSTEMS
WAC 54-54A-4901 Scope 41-49-1
CHAPTER 53 COMPRESSED GASES
WAC 54-54A-5306 Medical Gas Systems 53-6
CHAPTER 56 EXPLOSIVES AND FIREWORKS
WAC 54-54A-5601 General 56-1
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CHAPTER 57 FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS
WAC 54-54A-5704 Storage 57-6
WAC 54-54A-5706 Special Operations 57-32
WAC 54-54A-5707 On-Demand Mobile Fueling Operations 57-41
CHAPTER 61 LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GASES
WAC 54-54A-6108 Fire Protection 61-3
CHAPTER 80 REFERENCED STANDARDS
WAC 54-54A-8000 Referenced Standards 80-1
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Authority.
These rules are adopted under the authority of chapter 19.27 RCW.
Purpose.
The purpose of these rules is to implement the provisions of chapter 19.27 RCW, which provides that the State
Building Code Council shall maintain the State Building Code in a status which is consistent with the purpose as set
forth in RCW 19.27.020. In maintaining the codes the council shall regularly review updated versions of the codes
adopted under the act, and other pertinent information, and shall amend the codes as deemed appropriate by the
council.
International Fire Code.
The 2021 edition of the International Fire Code, published by the International Code Council is hereby adopted by
reference with the following additions, deletions, and exceptions.
Exceptions.
The exceptions and amendments to the International Fire Code contained in the provisions of chapter 19.27 RCW
shall apply in case of conflict with any of the provisions of these rules.
Codes referenced which are not adopted through RCW 19.27.031 or chapter 19.27A RCW shall not apply unless
specifically adopted by the authority having jurisdiction.
The provisions of this code do not apply to temporary growing structures used solely for the commercial production of
horticultural plants including ornamental plants, flowers, vegetables, and fruits. "Temporary growing structure" means
a structure that has the sides and roof covered with polyethylene, polyvinyl, or similar flexible synthetic material and
is used to provide plants with either frost protection or increased heat retention. A temporary growing structure is not
considered a building for purposes of this code.
The provisions of this code do not apply to the construction, alteration, or repair of temporary worker housing except
as provided by rule adopted under chapter 70.114A RCW or chapter 37, Laws of 1998 (2SSB 6168). "Temporary
worker housing" means a place, area, or piece of land where sleeping places or housing sites are provided by an
employer for his or her employees or by another person, including a temporary worker housing operator, who is
providing such accommodations for employees, for temporary, seasonal occupancy, and includes "labor camps"
under RCW 70.54.110.
The manufacture, storage, handling, sale and use of fireworks shall be governed by chapter 70.77 RCW and by
chapter 212-17 WAC and local ordinances consistent with chapter 212-17 WAC.
Implementation.
The International Fire Code adopted by chapter 51-54A WAC shall become effective in all counties and cities of this
state on March 15, 2024.
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105.5.14.1 Lithium batteries. An operational permit is required for an accumulation of more than 15 cubic feet (0.42
m) of lithium-ion and lithium metal batteries, where required by Section 322.1.
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105.5.32 Mobile food preparation vehicles. A permit is required for mobile preparation vehicles equipped with
appliances that produce smoke or grease-laden vapors or utilize LP-gas systems or CNG systems.
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105.6.25 Underground supply piping for automatic sprinkler system. A construction permit is required for the
installation of the portion of the underground water supply piping, public or private, supplying a water-based fire
protection system. The permit shall apply to all underground piping and appurtenances downstream of the first
control valve on the lateral piping or service line from the distribution main to one foot above finished floor of the
facility with the fire protection system. Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered to be a
modification and does not require a permit.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. When the underground piping is installed by the aboveground piping contractor.
2. Underground piping that serves a fire protection system installed in accordance with NFPA 13D.
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ADULT FAMILY HOME. A dwelling, licensed by the state of Washington department of social and health services, in
which a person or persons provide personal care, special care, room and board to more than one but not more than
six adults who are not related by blood or marriage to the person or persons providing the services. An existing adult
family home may provide services to up to eight adults upon approval from the department of social and health
services under RCW 70.128.066 and in accordance with Section 903.
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ALERT SIGNAL. A distinctive signal indicating the need for trained personnel and occupants to initiate a specific
action, such as shelter-in-place.
ALERT SYSTEM. Approved devices, equipment and systems or combinations of systems used to transmit or
broadcast an alert signal.
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ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY. A home or other institution, licensed by the state of Washington, providing housing,
basic services and assuming general responsibility for the safety and well-being of residents under
chapters 18.20 RCW and 388-78A WAC. These facilities may provide care to residents with symptoms consistent
with dementia requiring additional security measures.
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CHILD CARE. For the purposes of these regulations, child care is the care of children during any period of a 24-hour
day.
CHILD CARE, FAMILY HOME. A child care facility, licensed by Washington state, located in the dwelling of the
person or persons under whose direct care and supervision the child is placed, for the care of 16 or fewer children,
including children who reside at the home.
CLUSTER. Clusters are multiple portable school classrooms separated by less than the requirements of the building
code for separate buildings.
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COVERED BOAT MOORAGE. A pier or system of floating or fixed access ways to which vessels on water may be
secured and any portion of which are covered by a roof.
CUSTODIAL CARE. Assistance with day-to-day living tasks; such as assistance with cooking, taking medication,
bathing, using toilet facilities, and other tasks of daily living. Custodial care includes persons receiving care who have
the ability to respond to emergency situations and may receive limited verbal or physical assistance. These care
recipients may evacuate at a slower rate and/or who have mental and psychiatric complications.
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ELECTRICAL CODE. The National Electrical Code, promulgated by the National Fire Protection Association, as
adopted by rule or local ordinance under the authority of chapter 19.28 RCW.
EMERGENCY RESPONDER COMMUNICATIONS ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM (ERCES). An infrastructure solution
installed within a building to enhance the communications capabilities for first responders that utilizes solutions such
as a signal booster, voting receiver, base station, or other technology capable of enhancing the radio frequency (RF)
to ensure effective public safety communications.
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FREQUENCY. The particular waveband at which a communications system broadcasts or transmits.
FREQUENCY LICENSE HOLDER(S). The person(s) or entity(s) that are issued the license from the frequency
licensing authority of United States or other country of jurisdiction for the frequencies being used by both the in-
building emergency responder communications enhancement system and the emergency services communications
system that it enhances.
FREQUENCY LICENSING AUTHORITY. The government authority in a country or territory that issues frequency
licenses for the use of communications frequencies by authorized entities and individuals.
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GRAVITY-OPERATED DROP OUT VENTS. Automatic smoke and heat vents containing heat-sensitive glazing
designed to shrink and drop out of the vent openings when exposed to fire.
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HOSPICE CARE CENTER. A building or portion thereof used on a 24-hour basis for the provision of hospice
services to terminally ill inpatients.
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LIMITED VERBAL OR PHYSICAL ASSISTANCE. Persons who, because of age, physical limitations, cognitive
limitations, treatment or chemical dependency, and may not independently recognize, respond, or evacuate without
limited verbal or physical assistance during an emergency situation. Verbal assistance includes prompting, giving,
and repeating instructions. Physical assistance includes assistance with transfers to walking aids or mobility devices
and assistance with egress.
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MOBILE FOOD PREPARATION VEHICLE. Mobile food preparation vehicles that are equipped with appliances that
produce smoke or grease-laden vapors or utilize LP-gas systems or CNG systems for the purpose of preparing and
serving food to the public. Vehicles intended for private recreation shall not be considered mobile food preparation
vehicles.
MOTOR VEHICLE. Includes, but not limited to, a vehicle, machine, tractor, trailer or semitrailer, or any combination
thereof, propelled or drawn by mechanical power and designed for use upon the highways in the transportation of
passengers or property. It does not include a vehicle, locomotive or car operated exclusively on a rail or rails, or a
trolley bus operated by electric power derived from a fixed overhead wire, furnishing local passenger transportation
similar to street-railway service. The term "motor vehicle" also includes freight containers or cargo tanks used, or
intended for use, in connection with motor vehicles.
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NIGHTCLUB. An A-2 Occupancy use in which the aggregate area of concentrated use of unfixed chairs and
standing space that is specifically designated and primarily used for dancing or viewing performers exceeds 350
square feet (32.5m2), excluding adjacent lobby areas. "Nightclub" does not include theaters with fixed seating,
banquet halls, or lodge halls.
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OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION. For the purposes of this code, certain occupancies are defined as follows:
Institutional Group I-1. Institutional Group I-1 occupancy shall include buildings, structures or portions thereof for
more than 16 persons excluding staff, who reside on a 24-hour basis in a supervised environment and receive
custodial care. Buildings of Group I-1 shall be classified as one of the occupancy conditions indicated below. This
group shall include, but not be limited to, the following: Assisted living facilities licensed under chapter 388-78A WAC
and residential treatment facilities licensed under chapter 246-337 WAC shall be classified as Group I-1, Condition 2.
No change to the rest of the occupancy conditions
Group I-2. This occupancy shall include buildings and structures used for medical care on a 24-hour basis for more
than five persons who are incapable of self-preservation. This group shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
Foster care facilities
Detoxification facilities
Hospice care centers
Hospitals
Nursing homes
Psychiatric hospitals
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(I-4) Five or fewer persons receiving care. A facility such as the above with five or fewer persons receiving
such care shall be classified as Group R-3 or shall comply with the International Residential Code provided
that an automatic sprinkler system is installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.3 or with Section P2904 of
the International Residential Code.
(I-4) Family home child care. Family home child care licensed by Washington state for the care of 12 or fewer
children shall be classified as Group R-3 or shall comply with the International Residential Code.
(I-4) Adult care facility. A facility that provides accommodations for less than 24 hours for more than 5 unrelated
adults and provides supervision and personal care services shall be classified as Group I-4.
EXCEPTION: Where the occupants are capable of responding to an emergency situation without physical
assistance from the staff, the facility shall be classified as Group R-3.
(I-4) Child care facility. Child care facilities that provide supervision and personal care on a less than 24-hour
basis for more than 5 children 2 ½ years of age or less shall be classified as Group I-4.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. A child day care facility that provides care for more than five but no more than 100 children 2 ½
years or less of age, where the rooms in which the children are cared for are located on a level of
exit discharge serving such rooms and each of these child care rooms has an exit door directly to the
exterior, shall be classified as Group E.
2. Family child care homes licensed by Washington state for the care of 12 or fewer children shall be
classified as Group R-3.
Residential Group R. Residential Group R includes, among others, the use of a building or structure, or a portion
thereof, for sleeping purposes when not classified as an Institutional Group I or when not regulated by
the International Residential Code. This group shall include:
R-1 Residential occupancies containing sleeping units where the occupants are primarily transient in nature,
including:
Boarding houses (transient) with more than 10 occupants
Congregate living facilities (transient) with more than 10 occupants
Hotels (transient)
Motels (transient)
R-2 Residential occupancies containing sleeping units or more than two dwelling units where the occupants are
primarily permanent in nature, including:
Apartment houses
Congregate living facilities (nontransient) with more than 16 occupants
Boarding houses (nontransient) with more than 16 occupants
Convents
Dormitories
Fraternities and sororities
Monastaries
Hotels (nontransient)
Live/work units
Motels (nontransient)
Vacation timeshare properties
R-3 Residential occupancies where the occupants are primarily permanent in nature and not classified as Group
R-1, R-2, R-4 or I, including:
Buildings that do not contain more than two dwelling units.
Care facilities that provide accommodations for five or fewer persons receiving care.
Congregate living facilities (nontransient) with 16 or fewer occupants.
Boarding houses (nontransient) with 16 or fewer occupants
Convents
Dormitories
Fraternities and sororities
Monasteries
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Congregate living facilities (transient) with 10 or fewer occupants.
Boarding houses (transient) with 10 or fewer occupants
Lodging houses (transient) with five or fewer guestrooms and 10 or fewer occupants
Care facilities within a dwelling. Care facilities for five or fewer persons receiving care that are within a single-
family dwelling are permitted to comply with the International Residential Code provided an automatic sprinkler
system is installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.3 or with Section P2904 of the International Residential Code.
Adult family homes, family home child care. Adult family homes and family home child care facilities that are
within a single-family home are permitted to comply with the International Residential Code.
Foster family care homes. Foster family care homes licensed by Washington state are permitted to comply with
the International Residential Code, as an accessory use to a dwelling, for six or fewer children including those of the
resident family.
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PORTABLE SCHOOL CLASSROOM. A prefabricated structure consisting of one or more rooms with direct exterior
egress from the classroom(s). The structure is transportable in one or more sections, and is designed to be used as
an educational space with or without a permanent foundation. The structure shall be capable of being demounted
and relocated to other locations as needs arise.
POWERED MICROMOBILITY DEVICES. Motorized bicycles, motorized scooters, and other personal mobility
devices powered by a rechargeable battery. The term does not include motor vehicles that are required to be
registered with the department of motor vehicles for the state or jurisdiction.
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RECALL SIGNAL. An electrically or mechanically operated signal used to recall occupants after an emergency drill
or to terminate a shelter-in-place event that shall be distinct from any alarm or alert signal used to initiate an
emergency plan, or other signals.
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SHELTER-IN-PLACE. An emergency response used to minimize exposure of facility occupants to chemical or
environmental hazards by taking refuge in predetermined interior rooms or areas where actions are taken to isolate
the interior environment from the exterior hazard.
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SPECIAL HAZARDS SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS. Wet-chemical systems (NFPA 17A), Dry-chemical systems
(NFPA 17), Foam systems (NFPA 11), Carbon dioxide systems (NFPA 12), Halon systems (NFPA 12A), Clean-agent
systems (NFPA 2001), Automatic water mist systems (NFPA 750), Aerosol fire-extinguishing systems (NFPA 2010),
and Explosion prevention systems (NFPA 69).
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301.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105.5 for the activities or uses regulated by Sections
306, 307, 308, 315, 320, and 322.
302.1 Definitions. The following terms are defined in Chapter 2:
3D PRINTER;
ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING;
BONFIRE;
HI-BOY;
HIGH-VOLTAGE TRANSMISSION LINE;
MOBILE FOOD PREPARATION VEHICLE;
OPEN BURNING;
PORTABLE OUTDOOR FIREPLACE;
POWERED INDUSTRIAL TRUCK;
RECREATIONAL FIRE;
SKY LANTERN.
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307.2.1 Authorization. Where required by state or local law or regulations, open burning shall only be permitted with
prior approval from the state or local air and water quality management authority, provided that all conditions
specified in the authorization are followed. See also chapter 173-425 WAC.
307.4.2 Recreational fires. Recreational fires shall not be conducted within 25 feet of a structure or combustible
material. Conditions which could cause a fire to spread within 25 feet of a structure shall be eliminated prior to
ignition. See also chapter 173-425 WAC.
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308.1.7 Religious ceremonies. Participants in religious ceremonies shall not be precluded from carrying hand-held
candles. See RCW 19.27.031(3).
308.1.7.1 Aisles and exits. Candles shall be prohibited in areas where occupants stand, or in an aisle or exit.
EXCEPTION: Candles used in religious ceremonies.
308.1.9 Decorative open flame tables. Gas-fired portable or fixed open flame fire tables and fireplaces are required
to be provided with approved protection devices to prevent occupants from using flame, and from flame being
exposed to combustible material. A fire extinguisher shall be located within 75 feet of travel distance or as approved.
Where located indoors, the supply gas valve shall be interlocked with building fire alarm and/or fire sprinklers, where
provided.
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314.4 Vehicles. Liquid- or gas-fueled vehicles, boats, aircraft or other motorcraft shall not be located indoors except
as follows:
322. The engine starting system is made inoperable or ignition batteries are disconnected except where the
fire
code official requires that the batteries remain connected to maintain safety features.
2. Fuel in fuel tanks does not exceed any of the following:
2.1. Class I, II, and III liquid fuel does not exceed one-quarter tank or 5 gallons (19 L), whichever is less.
2.2. LP gas does not exceed one-quarter tank or 6.6 gallons (25 L), whichever is less.
2.3. CNG does not exceed one-quarter tank or 630 cubic feet (17.8 m3), whichever is less.
2.4. Hydrogen does not exceed one-quarter tank or 2,000 cubic feet (0.57 m3), whichever is less.
3. Fuel tanks and fill openings are closed and sealed to prevent tampering.
4. Vehicles, aircraft, boats or other motorcraft equipment are not fueled or defueled within the building.
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319.1 General. Mobile food preparation vehicles that are equipped with appliances that produce smoke or grease-
laden vapors or utilize LP-gas systems or CNG systems shall comply with this section.
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321.1 Artificial combustible vegetation on roofs and near buildings. Artificial combustible vegetation exceeding
6 feet (1829 mm) in height and permanently installed outdoors within 5 feet (1524 mm) of a building or on the roof of
a building shall comply with Section 807.4.1. The placement of artificial combustible vegetation shall also comply with
Sections 806.3 and 807.4.2.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Artificial decorative vegetation located more than 30 feet (9144 mm) from the exterior wall of a
building.
2. Artificial decorative vegetation used at structures regulated by the International Residential Code.
WAC 51-54A-0322 Lithium Batteries
322.1 General. The storage of lithium-ion and lithium metal batteries shall comply with Section 322.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. New or refurbished batteries installed in the equipment, devices, or vehicles they are designed to
power.
2. New or refurbished batteries packed for use with the equipment, devices, or vehicles they are
designed to power.
3. Batteries in original retail packaging that are rated at 300 watt-hours or less for lithium-ion batteries or
contain 25 grams or less of lithium metal for lithium metal batteries.
4. Temporary storage of batteries or battery components during the battery manufacturing process prior
to completion of final quality control checks.
5. Temporary storage of batteries during the vehicle manufacturing or repair process.
322.2 Permits. Permits shall be required for an accumulation of more than 15 cubic feet (0.42 m) of lithium-ion and
lithium metal batteries, other than batteries listed in the exceptions to Section 322.1, as set forth in Section
105.5.14.1.
322.3 Fire safety plan. A fire safety plan shall be provided in accordance with Section 403.10.6. In addition, the fire
safety plan shall include emergency response actions to be taken upon detection of a fire or possible fire involving
lithium-ion or lithium metal battery storage.
322.4 Storage requirements. Lithium-ion and lithium metal batteries shall be stored in accordance with Section
322.4.1, 322.4.2, or 322.4.3, as applicable.
322.4.1 Limited indoor storage in containers. Not more than 15 cubic feet (0.42 m) of lithium-ion or lithium metal
batteries shall be permitted to be stored in containers in accordance with the following:
1. Containers shall be open-top and constructed of noncombustible materials or shall be approved for battery
collection.
2. Individual containers and groups of containers shall not exceed a capacity of 7.5 cubic feet (0.21 m).
3. A second container or group of containers shall be separated by not less than 3 feet (914 mm) of open
space, or 10 feet (3048 mm) of space that contains combustible materials.
4. Containers shall be located not less than 5 feet (1524 mm) from exits or exit access doors.
322.4.2 Indoor storage areas. Indoor storage areas for lithium-ion and lithium metal batteries, other than those
complying with Section 322.4.1, shall comply with Sections 322.4.2.1 through 322.4.2.6.
322.4.2.1 Technical opinion and report. Where required by the fire code official a technical opinion and report
complying with Section 104.8.2 shall be prepared to evaluate the fire and explosion risks associated with the indoor
storage area and to make recommendations for fire and explosion protection. The report shall be submitted to the fire
code official and shall require the fire code official’s approval prior to issuance of a permit. In addition to the
requirements of Section 104.8.2, the technical opinion and report shall specifically evaluate the following:
1. The potential for deflagration of flammable gases released during a thermal runaway event.
2. The basis of design for an automatic sprinkler system or other approved fire suppression system. Such
design basis shall reference relevant full-scale fire testing or another approved method of demonstrating
sufficiency of the recommended design.
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322.4.2.2 Construction requirements. Where indoor storage areas for lithium-ion and lithium metal batteries are
located in a building with other uses, battery storage areas shall be separated from the remainder of the building by
2-hour rated fire barriers or horizontal assemblies. Fire barriers shall be constructed in accordance with Section 707
of the International Building Code, and horizontal assemblies shall be constructed in accordance with Section 711 of
the International Building Code.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Where battery storage is contained in one or more approved prefabricated portable structures
providing a complete two-hour fire resistance rated enclosure, fire barriers and horizontal assemblies
are not required.
2. Where battery storage is limited to new batteries in packaging that has been demonstrated to and
approved by the fire code official as sufficient to isolate a fire in packaging to the package interior, fire
barriers and horizontal assemblies are not required.
322.4.2.3 Fire protection systems. Indoor storage areas for lithium-ion and lithium metal batteries shall be
protected by an automatic sprinkler system complying with Section 903.3.1.1 or an approved alternative fire
suppression system. The system design shall be based on recommendations in the approved technical opinion and
report required by Section 322.4.2.1.
322.4.2.4 Fire alarm systems. Indoor storage areas for lithium-ion and lithium metal batteries shall be provided with
an approved automatic fire detection and alarm system complying with Section 907. The fire detection system shall
use air-aspirating smoke detection, radiant energy-sensing fire detection, or both.
322.4.2.5 Explosion control. Where the approved technical opinion and report required by Section 322.4.2.1
recommends explosion control, explosion control complying with Section 911 shall be provided.
322.4.2.6 Reduced requirements for storage of partially charged batteries. Indoor storage areas for lithium-ion
and lithium metal batteries with a demonstrated state of charge not exceeding 30 percent shall not be required to
comply with Section 322.4.2.1, 322.4.2.2, or 322.4.2.5, provided that procedures for limiting and verifying that the
state of charge will not exceed 30 percent have been approved.
322.4.3 Outdoor storage. Outdoor storage of lithium-ion or lithium metal batteries shall comply with Sections
322.4.3.1 through 322.4.3.3.
322.4.3.1 Distance from storage to exposures. Outdoor storage of lithium-ion or lithium metal batteries, including
storage beneath weather protection in accordance with Section 414.6.1 of the International Building Code, shall
comply with one of the following:
1. Battery storage shall be located not less than 20 feet (6096 mm) from any building, lot line, public street,
public alley, public way, or means of egress.
2. Battery storage shall be located not less than 3 feet (914 mm) from any building, lot line, public street,
public alley, public way, or means of egress, where the battery storage is separated by a 2-hour fire-
resistance rated assembly without openings or penetrations and extending 5 feet (1524 mm) above and to
the sides of the battery storage area.
3. Battery storage shall be located not less than 3 feet (914 mm) from any building, lot line, public street,
public alley, public way, or means of egress, where batteries are contained in approved prefabricated
portable structures providing a complete 2-hour fire-resistance rated enclosure.
322.4.3.2 Storage area size limits and separation. Outdoor storage areas for lithium-ion or lithium metal batteries,
including storage beneath weather-protection in accordance with Section 414.6.1 of the International Building Code,
shall not exceed 900 sq. ft. (83.6 m). The height of battery storage in such areas shall not exceed 10 feet (3048 mm).
Multiple battery storage areas shall be separated from each other by not less than 10 feet (3048 mm) of open space.
322.4.3.3 Fire detection. Outdoor storage areas for lithium-ion or lithium metal batteries, regardless of whether such
areas are open, under weather protection or in a prefabricated portable structure, shall be provided with an approved
automatic fire detection and alarm system complying with Section 907. The fire detection system shall use radiant
energy-sensing fire detection.
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WAC 51-54A-0323 Powered Micromobility Devices and Powered Industrial Trucks
323.1 General. Lithium-ion and lithium metal battery powered micromobility devices and powered industrial trucks
shall be operated and maintained in accordance with this section.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Storage, repair and charging in residential occupancies of powered mobility devices, provided that
such devices are for personal use by its owner.
2. Charging of a single powered mobility device in any occupancy by its owner.
323.1.1 Prohibited locations. The use of a residential occupancy as a business for the charging of commercially
owned powered mobility devices or powered industrial trucks as part of a rental or sales service shall not be
permitted.
323.2 Battery chargers and equipment. Powered micromobility devices and powered industrial trucks shall be
charged in accordance with their listing and the manufacturer's instructions using only the original equipment
manufacturer-supplied charging equipment or charging equipment in accordance with the listing and manufacturer's
instructions.
323.3 Listing. Powered micromobility devices shall be listed and labeled in accordance with UL 2272 or UL 2849, as
applicable.
323.4 Battery charging areas. Where approved, powered micromobility devices and powered industrial trucks shall
be permitted to be charged in a room or area that complies with all of the following:
1. Only listed devices utilizing listed charging equipment shall be permitted to be charged.
2. Is provided with sufficient electrical receptacles to allow the charging equipment for each device to be
directly connected to a receptacle. Extension cords and relocatable power taps shall not be used.
3. Storage of combustible materials, combustible waste or hazardous materials shall not be permitted.
4. The charging operation shall not be conducted in or obstruct any required means of egress.
5. Removable storage batteries shall not be stacked or charged in an enclosed cabinet unless the cabinet is
specially designed and approved for such purpose.
6. A minimum distance of 18 inches (457.2 mm) shall be maintained between each removable storage
battery during charging operations unless each battery is isolated from neighboring batteries by an approved
fire-resistant material.
7. A minimum of 18 inches (457.2 mm) shall be maintained between the locations of the batteries on each
powered micromobility devices or powered industrial truck during charging operations.
8. The indoor room or area shall be protected by a fire alarm system utilizing air-aspirating smoke detectors
or radiant energy-sensing fire detection.
323.5 Fire safety plan. A fire safety plan shall be provided in accordance with Section 403.10.6. In addition, the fire
safety plan shall include emergency response actions to be taken upon detection of a fire or possible fire involving
lithium-ion or lithium metal battery storage.
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401.2 Approval. Where required by the fire code official, fire safety plans, emergency procedures and employee
training programs shall be approved by the fire official.
402.1 Definitions. The following terms are defined in Chapter 2:
ALARM SIGNAL;
ALERT SIGNAL;
ALERT SYSTEM;
EMERGENCY EVACUATION DRILL;
LOCKDOWN;
SHELTER-IN-PLACE;
RECALL SIGNAL.
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403.4.3 Assembly points and fire operations. Assembly points shall not be in areas likely to be utilized for fire
service operations.
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403.9.2 Group R-2 occupancies. Group R-2 occupancies shall comply with Sections 403.9.2.1 through 403.9.2.4.
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403.9.2.4 Group R-2 assisted living and residential care facilities. Assisted living and residential care facilities
licensed by the state of Washington shall comply with Section 403.7.1 as required for Group I-1 Condition 2
occupancies.
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403.10.6 Buildings with lithium-ion or lithium metal battery storage. An approved fire safety plan in accordance
with Section 404 shall be prepared and maintained for buildings with lithium-ion or lithium metal battery storage.
403.11.3 Crowd managers for gatherings exceeding 1,000 people. Where facilities or events involve a gathering
of more than 1,000 people, or as required by the fire code official, crowd managers shall be provided in accordance
with Sections 403.11.3.1 through 403.11.3.3.
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404.2.3 Lockdown plans. This section is not adopted.
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406.1 General. Employees in the occupancies listed in Section 403 shall be trained in the emergency procedures
described in their emergency plans. Training shall be based on these plans and as described in Sections 406.2
through 406.3.5.
406.2 Frequency. Employees shall receive training in the contents of the emergency plans and their duties as part of
new employee orientation and at least annually thereafter. Records shall be kept and made available to the fire code
official upon request.
406.3 Employee training program. Employees shall be trained in fire prevention, evacuation, sheltering-in-place,
and fire safety in accordance with Sections 406.3.1 through 406.3.5.
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406.3.4 Emergency lockdown training. This section is not adopted.
406.3.5 Emergency shelter-in-place training. Where a facility has a shelter-in-place plan, employees shall be
trained on the alert and recall signals, communication system, location of emergency supplies, the use of the incident
notification and alarm system, and their assigned duties and procedures in the event of an alarm or emergency.
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503.1 Where required. Fire apparatus access roads shall be provided and maintained in accordance with locally
adopted street, road, and access standards.
503.1.1 Buildings and facilities, this section is not adopted.
503.1.2 Additional access, this section is not adopted.
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503.1.3 High-piled storage, This Section is not adopted.
503.2 Specifications. This section is not adopted.
503.3 Marking. This section is not adopted.
503.4 Obstruction of fire apparatus access roads. This section is not adopted.
503.4.1 Traffic calming devices. This section is not adopted.
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507.3 Fire flow. Fire flow requirements for buildings or portions of buildings and facilities shall be determined by an
approved method.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Fire flow is not required for structures under 500 square feet (46m2)with a B, U or R-1 occupancy
where structures are at least 30 (9144 mm) feet from any other structure and are used only for
recreation.
2. In rural and suburban areas in which adequate and reliable water supply systems do not exist, the
fire code official is authorized to utilize NFPA 1142 or the International Wildland-Urban Interface Code.
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508.1.2 Separation. The fire command center shall be separated from the remainder of the building by not less than
a 2-hour fire barrier constructed in accordance with Section 707 of the International Building Code or horizontal
assembly constructed in accordance with Section 711 of the International Building Code, or both.
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510.1 Emergency responder communication coverage in new buildings. Approved in-building, emergency
responder communications enhancement system (ERCES) for emergency responders shall be provided in all new
buildings. In-building ERCES within the building shall be based on the existing coverage levels of the public safety
communication systems utilized by the jurisdiction, measured at the exterior of the building. The emergency
responder communications enhancement system, where required, shall be of a type determined by the fire code
official and the frequency license holder(s). This section shall not require improvement of the existing public safety
communication systems.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Where approved by the building official and the fire code official, a wired communication system in
accordance with Section 907.2.13.2 shall be permitted to be installed or maintained instead of an
approved communication coverage system.
2. Where it is determined by the fire code official that the communication coverage system is not
needed.
3. In facilities where emergency responder communication coverage is required and such systems,
components or equipment required could have a negative impact on the normal operations of that
facility, the fire code official shall have the authority to accept an automatically activated emergency
responder communication coverage system.
510.2 Emergency responder communication enhancement system in existing buildings. Existing buildings
shall be provided with approved in-building, emergency responder communications enhancement system for
emergency responders as required in Chapter 11.
510.3 Permit required. A construction permit for the installation of or modification to in-building, emergency
responder communication enhancement systems and related equipment is required as specified in Section 105.6.4.
Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered a modification and does not require a permit.
510.4 Technical requirements. Equipment required to provide in-building, emergency responder communication
enhancement system shall be listed in accordance with UL 2524. Systems, components and equipment required to
provide the in-building, emergency responder communication enhancement system shall comply with Sections
510.4.1 through 510.4.2.8.
510.4.1 Emergency responder communication enhancement system signal strength. The building shall be
considered to have an acceptable in-building, emergency responder communication enhancement system where
signal strength measurements in 95 percent of all areas and 99 percent of areas designated as critical areas by the
fire code official on each floor of the building meet the signal strength requirements in Sections 510.4.1.1 through
510.4.1.3.
510.4.1.1 Minimum signal strength into the building. The minimum inbound signal strength shall be sufficient to
provide usable voice communications throughout the coverage area as specified by the fire code official. The
inbound signal level shall be a minimum of -95 dBm in 95 percent of the coverage area and 99 percent in critical
areas and sufficient to provide not less than a delivered audio quality (DAQ) of 3.0 or an equivalent signal-to-
interference-plus-noise ratio (SINR) applicable to the technology for either analog or digital signals.
510.4.2 System design. The in-building, emergency responder communication enhancement system shall be
designed in accordance with Sections 510.4.2.1 through 510.4.2.8 and NFPA 1221.
510.4.2.1 Amplification systems and components. Buildings and structures that cannot support the required level
of in-building, emergency responder communication enhancement system shall be equipped with systems and
components to
enhance the radio signals and achieve the required level of in-building, emergency responder communication
enhancement system specified in Sections 510.4.1 through 510.4.1.3. In-building, emergency responder
communication enhancement systems utilizing radio-frequency-emitting devices and cabling shall be approved by
the fire code official. Prior to installation, all RF-emitting devices shall have the certification of the radio licensing
authority and be suitable for public safety use.
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510.4.2.2 Technical criteria. The fire code official shall maintain a document providing the specific technical
information and requirements for the in-building, emergency responder communication enhancement system. This
document shall contain, but not be limited to, the various frequencies required, the location of radio sites, the
effective radiated power of radio sites, the maximum propagation delay in microseconds, the applications being used
and other supporting technical information necessary for system design.
510.4.2.3 Standby power. In-building, emergency responder communication enhancement systems coverage
systems shall be provided with dedicated standby batteries or provided with 2-hour standby batteries and connected
to the facility generator power system in accordance with Section 1203. The standby power supply shall be capable
of operating the in-building, emergency responder communication enhancement system at 100 percent system
capacity for a duration of not less than 12 hours.
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510.4.2.4 Signal booster requirements. If used, signal boosters shall meet the following requirements:
1. All signal booster components shall be a National Electrical Manufacturer's Association (NEMA) 4, IP66-type
waterproof cabinet or equivalent.
EXCEPTION: Listed battery systems that are contained in integrated battery cabinets.
2. Battery systems used for the emergency power source shall be contained in a NEMA 3R or higher-rated
cabinet, IP65-type waterproof cabinet or equivalent.
EXCEPTION: Listed battery systems that are contained in integrated battery cabinets.
3. Equipment shall have FCC or other radio licensing authority certification and be suitable for public safety use
prior to installation.
4. Where a donor antenna exists, isolation shall be maintained between the donor antenna and all inside
antennas to not less than 20 dB greater than the system gain under all operating conditions.
5. Bi-directional amplifiers (BDA) used for in-building, emergency responder communication enhancement
systems shall be fitted with anti-oscillation detection and control circuitry and per-channel AGC.
6. The installation of amplification systems or enhancement systems that operate on or provide the means to
cause interference on any in-building, emergency respondercommunication enhancement system network shall
be coordinated and approved by the fire code official.
7. Only channelized signal boosters shall be permitted.
EXCEPTION: Broadband BDAs may be utilized when specifically authorized in writing by the frequency license
holder.
510.4.2.5 System monitoring. The in-building, emergency responder communication enhancement system shall
include automatic supervisory and trouble signals that are monitored by a supervisory service and are annunciated
by the fire alarm system in accordance with NFPA 72. The following conditions shall be separately annunciated by
the fire alarm system, or, if the status of each of the following conditions is individually displayed on a dedicated
panel on the in-building, emergency responder communication enhancement system, a single automatic supervisory
signal may be annunciated on the fire alarm system indicating deficiencies of the in-building, emergency responder
communication enhancement system:
1. Loss of normal AC power supply.
2. System battery charger(s) failure.
3. Malfunction of the donor antenna(s).
4. Failure of active RF-emitting device(s).
5. Low-battery capacity at 70 percent reduction of operating capacity.
6. Active system component malfunction.
7. Malfunction of the communications link between the fire alarm system and the in-building, emergency
responder communication enhancement system.
8. Oscillation of active RF-emitting device(s).
510.4.2.6 Additional frequencies and change of frequencies. The in-building, emergency responder
communication enhancement system shall be capable of modification or expansion in the event frequency
changes are required by the FCC or other radio licensing authority, or additional frequencies are made available by
the FCC or other radio licensing authority.
510.4.2.7 Design documents. The fire code official shall have the authority to require "as-built" design documents
and specifications for in-building, emergency responder communication enhancement systems. The documents shall
be in a format acceptable to the fire code official.
510.4.2.8 Radio communication antenna density. Systems shall be engineered to minimize the near-far effect. In-
building, emergency responder communication enhancement system designs shall include sufficient antenna density
to address reduced gain conditions.
EXCEPTION: Systems where all portable devices within the same band use active power control features.
510.5 Installation requirements. The installation of the in-building, emergency responder communication
enhancement system shall be in accordance with NFPA 1221 and Sections 510.5.1 through 510.5.7.
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510.5.1 Mounting of the donor antenna(s). To maintain proper alignment with the system designed donor site,
donor antennas shall be permanently affixed on the highest possible position on the building or where approved by
the fire code official. A clearly visible sign stating "MOVEMENT OR REPOSITIONING OF THIS ANTENNA IS
PROHIBITED WITHOUT APPROVAL FROM THE FIRE CODE OFFICIAL." shall be posted. The antenna installation
shall be in accordance with the applicable requirements in the International Building Code for weather protection of
the building envelope.
510.5.3 Minimum qualifications of personnel. The minimum qualifications of the system designer and lead
acceptance test personnel shall include both of the following:
1. A valid FCC-issued general radio telephone operators license.
2. Certification of in-building system training issued by an approved organization
or approved school, or a certificate issued by the manufacturer of the equipment
being installed.
510.5.4 Acceptance test procedure. Where an in-building emergency respondercommunication
enhancementsystem is required, and upon completion of installation, the building owner shall have the radio system
tested to verify that two-way coverage on each floor of the building is in accordance with Section 510.4.1. The test
procedure shall be conducted as follows:
1. Each floor of the building shall be divided into a grid of 20 approximately equal test
areas, with a maximum test area size of 6,400 square feet (595 m2). Where the floor area exceeds 128,000
square feet (11,904 m2), the floor shall be divided into as many approximately equal test areas as needed,
such that no test area exceeds the maximum square footage allowed for a test area.
2. The test shall be conducted using a calibrated portable radio of the latest brand and model used by the
agency talking through the agency's radio communications system or equipment approved by the fire code
official.
3. Coverage testing of signal strength shall be conducted using a calibrated spectrum analyzer for each of
the test grids. A diagram of this testing shall be created for each floor where coverage is provided, indicating
the testing grid used for the test in Section 510.5.4(1), and including signal strengths and frequencies for
each test area. Indicate all critical areas.
4. Functional talk-back testing shall be conducted using two calibrated portable radios of the latest brand and
model used by the agency's radio communications system or other equipment approved by the fire code
official. Testing shall use digital audible quality (DAQ) metrics, where a passing result is a DAQ of 3 or
higher. Communications between handsets shall be tested and recorded in the grid square diagram required
by Section 510.5.3(2); each grid square on each floor; between each critical area and a radio outside the
building; between each critical area and the fire command center or fire alarm control panel; between each
landing in each stairwell and the fire command center or fire alarm panel.
5. Failure of more than 5 percent of the test areas on any floor shall result in failure of the test.
EXCEPTION: Critical areas shall be provided with 99 percent floor area coverage.
6. In the event that two of the test areas fail the test, in order to be more statistically accurate, the floor shall
be permitted to be divided into 40 equal test areas. Failure of not more than two nonadjacent test areas shall
not result in failure of the test. If the system fails the 40 area test, the system shall be altered to meet the 95
percent coverage requirement.
7. A test location approximately in the center of each test area shall be selected for the test, with the radio
enabled to verify two-way communications to and from the outside of the building through the public agency's
radio communications system. Once the test location has been selected, that location shall represent the
entire test area. Failure in the selected test location shall be considered to be a failure of that test area.
Additional test locations shall not be permitted.
8. The gain values of all amplifiers shall be measured and the test measurement results shall be kept on file
with the building owner so that the measurements can be verified during annual tests. In the event that the
measurement results become lost, the building owner shall be required to rerun the acceptance test to
reestablish the gain values.
9. As part of the installation, a spectrum analyzer or other suitable test equipment shall be utilized to ensure
spurious oscillations are not being generated by the subject signal booster. This test shall be conducted at
the time of installation and at subsequent annual inspections.
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10. Systems shall be tested using two portable radios simultaneously conducting subjective voice quality
checks. One portable radio shall be positioned not greater than 10 feet (3048 mm) from the indoor antenna.
The second portable radio shall be positioned at a distance that represents the farthest distance from any
indoor antenna. With both portable radios simultaneously keyed up on different frequencies within the same
band, subjective audio testing shall be conducted and comply with DAQ levels as specified in Sections
510.4.1.1 and 510.4.1.2.
11. Documentation maintained on premises. At the conclusion of the testing, and prior to issuance of the
building certificate of occupancy, the building owner or owner's representative shall place a copy of the
following records in the Distributed Antenna System enclosure or the building engineer's office. The records
shall be available to the fire code official and maintained by the building owner for the life of the system:
a. A certification letter stating that the emergency responder enhancement coverage system has been
installed and tested in accordance with this code, and that the system is complete and fully functional.
b. The grid square diagram created as part of testing in Sections 510.5.3(2) and 510.5.3(3).
c. Data sheets and/or manufacturer specifications for the emergency responder enhancement coverage
system equipment; back up battery; and charging system (if utilized).
d. A diagram showing device locations and wiring schematic.
e. A copy of the electrical permit.
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510.5.5 FCC compliance. The in-building, emergency responder communication enhancement system installation
and components shall comply with all applicable federal regulations including, but not limited to, FCC 47 C.F.R. Part
90.219.
510.5.6 Wiring. The backbone, antenna distribution, radiating, or any fiber optic cables shall be rated as plenum
cables. The backbone cables shall be connected to the antenna distribution, radiating, or copper cables using hybrid
coupler devices of a value determined by the overall design. Backbone cables shall be routed through an enclosure
that matches the building's required fire-resistance rating for shafts or interior exit stairways. The connection between
the backbone cable and the antenna cables shall be made within an enclosure that matches the building's fire-
resistance rating for shafts or interior exit stairways, and passage of the antenna distribution cable in and out of the
enclosure shall be protected as a penetration per the International Building Code.
510.5.7 Identification signs. Emergency responder enhancement systems shall be identified by an approved sign
located on or near the fire alarm control panel or other approved location stating "This building is equipped with
an Emergency Responder Enhancement Coverage System. Control Equipment located in ....... or as approved by
the Fire Code Official." A sign stating "Emergency Responder Enhancement Coverage System Equipment" shall be
placed on or adjacent to the door of the room containing the main system components.
510.6 Maintenance. The in-building, emergency responder communication enhancement system shall be
maintained operational at all times in accordance with Sections 510.6.1 through 510.6.4.
510.6.1 Testing and proof of compliance. The owner of the building or owner's authorized agent shall have the in-
building, emergency responder communication enhancement system inspected and tested annually or where
structural changes occur including additions or remodels that could materially change the original field performance
tests. Testing shall consist of the following items 1 through 7:
1. In-building coverage test as required by the fire code official as described in Section 510.5.4 or 510.6.1.1.
EXCEPTION: Group R Occupancy annual testing is not required within dwelling units.
2. Signal boosters shall be tested to verify that the gain/output level is the same as it was upon initial installation
and acceptance or set to optimize the performance of the system.
3. Backup batteries and power supplies shall be tested under load of a period of 1 hour to verify that they will
properly operate during an actual power outage. If within the 1-hour test period the battery exhibits symptoms of
failure, the test shall be extended for additional 1-hour periods until the integrity of the battery can be determined.
4. All other active components shall be checked to verify operation within the manufacturers specification.
5. If a fire alarm system is present in the building, a test shall be conducted to verify that the fire alarm system is
properly supervising the emergency responder communication enhancement system as required in Section
510.4.2.5. The test is performed by simulating alarms to the fire alarm control panel. The certifications in Section
510.5.2 are sufficient for the personnel performing this testing.
6. At the conclusion of testing, a record of the inspection and maintenance along with an updated grid diagram of
each floor showing tested strengths in each grid square and each critical area shall be added to the
documentation maintained on the premises in accordance with Section 510.5.3.
7. At the conclusion of the testing, a report, which shall verify compliance with Section 510.6.1, shall be submitted
to the fire code official.
510.6.1.1 Alternative in-building coverage test. When the comprehensive test documentation required by Section
510.5.3 is available, or the most recent full five-year test results are available if the system is older than six years, the
in-building coverage test required by the fire code official in Section 510.6.1(1), may be conducted as follows:
1. Functional talk-back testing shall be conducted using two calibrated portable radios of the latest brand and
model used by the agency's radio communications system or other equipment approved by the fire code official.
Testing shall use digital audible quality (DAQ) metrics, where a passing result is a DAQ of 3 or higher.
Communications between handsets in the following locations shall be tested: Between the fire command center or
fire alarm control panel and a location outside the building and between the fire alarm control panel and each
landing in each stairwell.
2. Coverage testing of signal strength shall be conducted using a calibrated spectrum analyzer for:
a. Three grid areas per floor. The three grid areas to be tested on each floor are the three grid areas with
poorest performance in the acceptance test or the most recent annual test, whichever is more recent;
b. Each of the critical areas identified in acceptance test documentation required by Section 510.5.3, or as
modified by the fire code official; and
c. One grid square per serving antenna.
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3. The test area boundaries shall not deviate from the areas established at the time of the acceptance test, or as
modified by the fire code official. The building shall be considered to have acceptable emergency responder
communication coverage when the required signal strength requirements in Sections 510.4.1.1 and 510.4.1.2 are
located in 95 percent of all areas on each floor of the building and 99 percent in critical areas, and any
nonfunctional serving antenna are repaired to function within normal ranges. If the documentation of the
acceptance test or most recent previous annual test results are not available or acceptable to the fire code official,
the radio coverage verification testing described in Section 510.5.3 shall be conducted.
510.6.2 Additional frequencies. The building owner shall modify or expand the in-building, emergency responder
communication enhancement system at their expense in the event frequency changes are required by the FCC or
other radio licensing authority, or additional frequencies are made available by the FCC or other radio licensing
authority. Prior approval of an in-building, emergency responder communication enhancement system on previous
frequencies does not exempt this section.
510.6.3 Nonpublic safety system. Where other nonpublic safety amplification systems installed in buildings reduce
the performance or cause interference with the in-building, emergency responder communication enhancement
system, the nonpublic safety amplification system shall be corrected or removed.
510.6.4 Field testing. Agency personnel shall have the right to enter onto the property at any reasonable time to
conduct field testing to verify the required level of radio coverage or to disable a system adversely impacting
the emergency responder communication enhancement system in the region.
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605.4.1.1 Approval. Outdoor fuel oil storage tanks shall be in accordance with UL 142, UL 142A, or UL 2085.
605.4.2.1 Approval. Indoor fuel oil storage tanks shall be in accordance with UL 80, UL 142, UL 142A, or UL 2085.
605.4.2.2 Quantity limits. One or more fuel oil storage tanks containing Class II or III combustible liquid shall be
permitted in a building. The aggregate capacity of all tanks shall not exceed the following:
1. 660 gallons (2,498 L) in unsprinklered buildings, where stored in a tank complying with UL 80, UL 142, UL
142A, or UL 2085.
2. 1,320 gallons (4,996 L) in buildings equipped with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section
903.3.1.1, where stored in a tank complying with UL 142 or UL 142A. The tank shall be listed as a secondary
containment tank, and the secondary containment shall be monitored visually or automatically.
3. 3,000 gallons (11,356 L) in buildings equipped with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section
903.3.1.1, where stored in protected above-ground tanks complying with UL 2085 and Section 5704.2.9.7. The
tank shall be listed as a secondary containment tank, as required by UL 2085, and the secondary containment
shall be monitored visually or automatically.
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606.2 Where required. A Type I hood shall be installed at or above all commercial cooking appliances and domestic
cooking appliances used for commercial purposes that produce grease laden vapors.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Factory-built commercial exhaust hoods that are listed and labeled in accordance with UL 710,
and installed in accordance with Section 304.1 of the International Mechanical Code, shall not be
required to comply with Sections 507.1.5, 507.2.3, 507.2.5, 507.2.8, 507.3.1, 507.3.3, 507.4, and 507.5
of the International Mechanical Code.
2. Factory-built commercial cooking recirculating systems that are listed and labeled in accordance with
UL 710B, and installed in accordance with Section 304.1 of the International Mechanical Code, shall not
be required to comply with Sections 507.1.5, 507.2.3, 507.2.5, 507.2.8, 507.3.1, 507.3.3, 507.4, and
507.5 of the International Mechanical Code. Spaces in which such systems are located shall be
considered to be kitchens and shall be ventilated in accordance with Table 403.3.1.1 of the International
Mechanical Code. For the purpose of determining the floor area required to be ventilated, each
individual appliance shall be considered as occupying not less than 100 square feet (9.3 m2).
3. Where cooking appliances are equipped with integral down-draft exhaust systems and such
appliances and exhaust systems are listed and labeled for the application in accordance with NFPA 96,
a hood shall not be required at or above them.
4. A Type I hood shall not be required for an electric cooking appliance where an approved testing
agency provides documentation that the appliance effluent contains 5 mg/m3 or less of grease when
tested at an exhaust flow rate of 500 cfm (0.236 m3/s) in accordance with UL 710B.
5. A Type I hood shall not be required to be installed in an R-2 occupancy with not more than 16
residents.
606.2.1 Domestic cooking appliances used for commercial purposes. Domestic cooking appliances utilized for
commercial purposes shall be provided with Type I, Type II, or residential hoods as required for the type of
appliances and processes in accordance with Table 606.2.1 and Sections 507.2 and 507.3 of the International
Mechanical Code.
Table 606.2.1
Type of Hood Required for Domestic Cooking Appliances in the Following Spaces a,b
Type of Space Type of
Cooking Type of Hood
Church 1. Boiling, steaming, and warming precooked
food Residential hoodcor Type II hood
2. Roasting, pan frying, and deep frying Type I hood
Community or party room in
apartment and condominium
1. Boiling, steaming, and warming precooked
food Residential hoodcor Type II hoodd
2. Roasting, pan frying, and deep frying Type I hood
Day care 1. Boiling, steaming, and warming precooked
food Residential hoodcor Type II hoodd
2. Roasting, pan frying, and deep frying Type I hood
Dormitory, assisted living
facility, nursing home
1. Boiling, steaming, and warming precooked
food Residential hoodcor Type II hood
2. Roasting, pan frying, and deep frying Type I hood
Office lunch room 1. Boiling, steaming, and warming precooked
food Residential hoodcor Type II hoodd
2. Roasting, pan frying, and deep frying Type I hood
a. Commercial cooking appliances shall comply with Section 507.2 of the International Mechanical Code.
b. Requirements in this table apply to electric or gas fuel appliances only. Solid fuel appliances or char broilers
require Type I hoods.
c. Residential hood shall ventilate to the outside.
d. Type II hood required when more than one appliance is used.
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606.3 Operations, inspection, and maintenance. Commercial cooking systems shall be operated, inspected, and
maintained in accordance with Sections 606.3.1 through 606.3.4 and Chapter 12 of NFPA 96.
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806.1.1 Restricted occupancies. Natural cut trees shall be prohibited in the following occupancies:
1. Group I; and
2. R-2 occupancies providing licensed care to clients in one of the categories listed in the International Building
Code, Section 310.1, licensed by Washington state.
806.1.2 Support devices. The support device that holds the tree in an upright position shall be of a type that is
stable and that meets all of the following criteria:
1. The device shall hold the tree securely and be of adequate size to avoid tipping over of the tree.
2. The device shall be capable of containing a minimum supply of water in accordance with Table 806.1.2.
3. The water level, when full, shall cover the tree stem at least 2 inches (51 mm). The water level shall be
maintained above the fresh cut and checked at least once daily.
Table 806.1.2
Support Stand Water Capacity
Tree Stem Diameter
(inches)
Minimum Support Stand Water Capacity
(gallons)
Typical Daily Water Transpiration Amount
(gallons)
Up to 4 1 1/4 to 1
4 to 6 1 1/2 1 1/4 to 1 1/2
7 to 8 2 1 3/4 to 2
9 to 12 3 2 1/4 to 3
13 and over 4 Over 3
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901.4.2 Nonrequired fire protection systems and life safety systems. A fire protection and life safety system or
portion thereof not required by this code or the International Building Code shall be allowed to be furnished for partial
or complete protection provided such installed system meets the applicable requirements of this code and
the International Building Code. Such systems or portion of system shall be provided with signage stating "NON-
REQUIRED SYSTEM." Signage shall be durable and permanent in nature, with contrasting color and background,
and with lettering of not less than 1 inch (25mm) in height. Location of such signage shall be approved.
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901.8.2 Removal of existing occupant-use hose lines. The fire code official is authorized to permit the removal of
existing occupant-use hose lines where all of the following conditions exist:
1. Installation is not required by this code, the International Building Code, or a previously approved alternative
method.
2. The hose line would not be utilized by trained personnel or the fire department.
3. The remaining outlets are compatible with local fire department fittings.
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903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be provided in
the locations described in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.12.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Spaces or areas in telecommunications buildings used exclusively for telecommunications
equipment, associated electrical power distribution equipment, batteries and standby engines, provided
that those spaces or areas are equipped throughout with an automatic smoke detection system in
accordance with Section 907.2 and are separated from the remainder of the building by not less than 1-
hour fire barriers constructed in accordance with Section 707 of the International Building Code or not
less than 2-hour horizontal assemblies constructed in accordance with Section 711 of the International
Building Code, or both.
2. Bottom of the elevator hoistway in an enclosed and noncombustible elevator shaft.
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903.2.1.3 Group A-3. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout stories containing Group A-3
occupancies and throughout all stories from the Group A-3 occupancy to and including the levels of exit discharge
serving that occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:
1. The fire area exceeds 12,000 square feet (1115 m2).
2. The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.
3. The fire area is located on a floor other than a level of exit discharge serving such occupancies.
EXCEPTION: For fixed guideway transit and passenger rail system stations, an automatic sprinkler system shall be
provided in accordance with Section 4901.
903.2.1.6 Assembly occupancies on roofs. Where an occupied roof has an assembly occupancy with an occupant
load exceeding 100 for Group A-2, and 300 for other Group A occupancies, the building shall be equipped with
an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2.
EXCEPTION: Open parking garages of Type I or Type II construction.
903.2.1.8 Nightclub. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout Group A-2 nightclubs as defined in
this code.
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903.2.3 Group E. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for fire areas containing Group E occupancies
where the fire area has an occupant load of 51 or more, calculated in accordance with Table 1004.5.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Portable school classrooms with an occupant load of 50 or less calculated in accordance with
Table 1004.5, provided that the aggregate area of any cluster of portable classrooms does not
exceed 6,000 square feet (557 m2); and clusters of portable school classrooms shall be separated
as required by the building code; or
2. Portable school classrooms with an occupant load from 51 through 98, calculated in accordance
with Table 1004.5, and provided with two means of direct independent exterior egress from each
classroom in accordance with Chapter 10, and one exit from each class room shall be accessible,
provided that the aggregate area of any cluster of portable classrooms does not exceed 6,000
square feet (557 m2); and clusters of portable school classrooms shall be separated as required by
the building code; or
3. Fire areas containing day care and preschool facilities with a total occupant load of 100 or less
located at the level of exit discharge where every room in which care is provided has not fewer than
one exit discharge door.
903.2.6 Group I. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings with a Group I fire area.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.2 shall be permitted in
Group I-1 Condition 1 facilities.
2. Where new construction or additions house less than 16 persons receiving care, an automatic
sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.2.8.3 shall be permitted for Group I-1,
Condition 2, assisted living facilities licensed under chapter 388-78A WAC and residential treatment
facilities licensed under chapter 246-337 WAC.
3. An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.2 shall be permitted in
additions to existing buildings where both of the following situations are true:
3.1. The addition is made to a building previously approved as Group LC or Group R-2 that houses
either an assisted living facility licensed under chapter 388-78A WAC or residential treatment facility
licensed under chapter 246-337 WAC.
3.2. The addition contains spaces for 16 or fewer persons receiving care.
903.2.6.1 Group I-4. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in fire areas containing Group I-4 occupancies
where the fire area has an occupant load of 51 or more, calculated in accordance with Table 1004.5.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. An automatic sprinkler system is not required where Group I-4 day care facilities with a total
occupant load of 100 or less, and located at the level of exit discharge and where every room where
care is provided has not fewer than one exterior exit door.
2. In buildings where Group I-4 day care is provided on levels other than the level of exit discharge, an
automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 shall be installed on the entire floor
where care is provided, all floors between the level of care and the level of exit discharge and all floors
below the level of exit discharge other than areas classified as an open parking garage.
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903.2.8 Group R. An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3 shall be provided
throughout all buildings with a Group R fire area.
EXCEPTION: Group R-1 if all of the following conditions apply:
1. The Group R fire area is no more than 500 square feet (46 m2) and is used for recreational use only.
2. The Group R fire area is on only one story.
3. The Group R fire area does not include a basement.
4. The Group R fire area is no closer than 30 feet (9144 mm)from another structure.
5. Cooking is not allowed within the Group R fire area.
6. The Group R fire area has an occupant load of no more than eight.
7. A hand-held (portable) fire extinguisher is in every Group R fire area.
903.2.8.5 Adult family home. An adult family home with a capacity of seven or eight that serves residents who
require assistance during an evacuation must install an automatic sprinkler system that meets the requirements of
NFPA 13D.
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903.2.11.1.3 Basements. Where any portion of a basement is located more than 75 feet (22,860 mm) from openings
required by Section 903.2.11.1, or where new walls, partitions or other similar obstructions are installed that increase
the exit access travel distance to more than 75 feet (22,860mm), the basement shall be equipped throughout with an
approved
automatic sprinkler system.
903.2.11.5 Commercial cooking operations. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in commercial kitchen
exhaust hood and duct systems where an automatic sprinkler system is used to comply with Section 904.
EXCEPTION: An automatic fire sprinkler system is not required to protect the ductwork that is in excess of 75 feet
when the commercial kitchen exhaust hood is protected by a system listed per UL 300.
Table 903.2.11.6
Additional Required Fire Protection Systems
Note: Add section and subject to existing model code table.
Section Subject
322.4.2.3 Lithium-ion and lithium metal battery storage
903.2.11.7 Relocatable buildings within buildings. Relocatable buildings or structures located within a building
with an approved fire sprinkler system shall be provided with fire sprinkler protection within the occupiable space of
the building and the space underneath the relocatable building.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Sprinkler protection is not required underneath the building when the space is separated from the
adjacent space by construction resisting the passage of smoke and heat and combustible storage will
not be located there.
2. If the building or structure does not have a roof or ceiling obstructing the overhead sprinklers.
3. Construction trailers and temporary offices used during new building construction prior to occupancy.
4. Movable shopping mall kiosks with a roof or canopy dimension of less than 4 feet on the smallest
side.
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903.3.1.2 NFPA 13R sprinkler systems.Automatic sprinkler systems in Group R occupancies up to and including
four stories in height in buildings not exceeding 60 feet (18,288 mm) in height above grade plane shall be permitted
to be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13R. The number of stories of Group R occupancies constructed
in accordance with Sections 510.2 and 510.4 of the International Building Code shall be measured from the
horizontal assembly creating separate buildings.
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903.3.5.3 Underground portions of fire protection system water supply piping. The portion of the installation or
modification of an underground water main, public or private, dedicated to supplying a water-based fire protection
system shall be in accordance with NFPA 24 and chapter 18.160 RCW. Piping and appurtenances downstream of
the first control valve on the lateral or service line from the distribution main to 1 foot (305 mm) above finished floor
shall be approved by the fire code official. Such underground piping shall be installed by a fire sprinkler system
contractor licensed in accordance with chapter 18.160 RCW and holding either a Level U or a Level 3 license. For
underground piping supplying systems installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.2, a Level 2, 3, or U licensed
contractor is acceptable.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Portions of underground piping supplying automatic sprinkler systems installed in accordance with
Section 903.3.1.3.
2. Portions of underground water mains serving sprinkler systems that are designed and installed in
accordance with Section 903.3.1.2 and are less than 4 inches (100 mm) in nominal diameter.
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904.1.1 Certification of service personnel for fire-extinguishing equipment. Service personnel performing
system design, installation or conducting system maintenance or testing on automatic fire-extinguishing systems,
other than automatic sprinkler systems, shall possess the appropriate ICC/NAFED certification.
904.1.1.1 Preengineered kitchen fire-extinguishing systems. A current ICC/NAFED certification for
preengineered kitchen fire-extinguishing systems is required when performing design, installation, inspection/testing
or maintenance on kitchen suppression systems.
904.1.1.2 Engineered fire suppression systems. A current ICC/NAFED certification for engineered fire
suppression systems is required when performing design, installation, inspection/testing or maintenance on kitchen
suppression systems.
904.1.1.3 Preengineered industrial fire-extinguishing system. A current ICC/NAFED certification for
preengineered industrial fire-extinguishing system is required when performing design, installation, inspection/testing
or maintenance on kitchen suppression systems.
904.1.1 (effective July 1, 2024) Certification of personnel for alternative fire-extinguishing
equipment. Personnel performing system design, installation, maintenance, programming or testing on automatic
fire-extinguishing systems, other than automatic sprinkler systems, shall possess the appropriate National Institute
for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Special Hazards Suppression Systems certification.
EXCEPTION: A current ICC/NAFED certification for pre-engineered kitchen fire extinguishing system technician is
allowed in lieu of NICET Level II or higher in Special Hazards Suppression Systems for the design,
installation, inspection/testing or maintenance on pre-engineered kitchen suppression systems.
904.1.1.1 (effective July 1, 2024) Design. All construction documents shall be reviewed by a NICET Level III in
special hazard suppression systems or a licensed professional engineer (PE) in the state of Washington prior to
being submitted for permitting. The reviewing professional shall submit a stamped, signed, and dated letter; or a
verification method approved by the fire code official indicating the system has been reviewed and meets or exceeds
the design requirements of the state of Washington and the local jurisdiction.
904.1.1.2 (effective July 1, 2024) Installation. Installation not defined as "electrical construction trade" by
chapter 19.28 RCW or "Fire Protection Sprinkler Fitting" by chapter 18.270 RCW, shall be completed by or directly
supervised by a NICET Level II or higher in special hazards suppression systems. Supervision shall consist of a
person being on the same job site and under the control of a NICET Level II or higher in special hazards suppression
systems.
904.1.1.3 (effective July 1, 2024) Testing/maintenance. Inspection, testing, commissioning, maintenance, and
programming not defined as "electrical construction trade" by chapter 19.28 RCW or "Fire Protection Sprinkler
Fitting" by chapter 18.270 RCW, shall be completed by a NICET Level II or higher in special hazards suppression
systems.
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904.13 Commercial cooking systems. The automatic fire-extinguishing system for commercial cooking systems
shall be of a type recognized for protection of commercial cooking equipment and exhaust systems of the type and
arrangement protected. Preengineered automatic dry- and wet-chemical extinguishing systems shall be tested in
accordance with UL 300 and listed and labeled for the intended application. Other types of automatic fire-
extinguishing systems shall be listed and labeled for specific use as protection for commercial cooking operations.
The system shall be installed in accordance with this code, NFPA 96, its listing and the manufacturer's installation
instructions. Additional protection is not required for ductwork beyond 75 feet (22,860 mm) when hood suppression
system complies with UL 300. Signage shall be provided on the exhaust hood or system cabinet, indicating the type
and arrangement of cooking appliances protected by the automatic fire-extinguishing system. Signage shall indicate
appliances from left to right, be durable, and the size, color, and lettering shall be approved. Automatic fire-
extinguishing systems of the following types shall be installed in accordance with the referenced standard indicated,
as follows:
1. Carbon dioxide extinguishing systems, NFPA 12.
2. Automatic sprinkler systems, NFPA 13.
3. Automatic water mist systems, NFPA 750.
4. Foam-water sprinkler system or foam-water spray systems, NFPA 16.
5. Dry-chemical extinguishing systems, NFPA 17.
6. Wet-chemical extinguishing systems, NFPA 17A.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Factory-built commercial cooking recirculating systems that are tested in accordance with UL
710B and listed, labeled and installed in accordance with Section 304.1 of the International Mechanical
Code.
2. Protection of duct systems beyond 75 feet (22,860 mm) when the commercial kitchen exhaust hood
is protected by a system listed in accordance with UL 300.
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907.2.3 Group E. Group E occupancies shall be provided with a manual fire alarm system that initiates the occupant
notification signal utilizing one of the following:
1. An emergency voice/alarm communication system meeting the requirements of Section 907.5.2.2 and installed
in accordance with Section 907.6; or
2. A system developed as part of a safe school plan adopted in accordance with RCW 28A.320.125 or developed
as part of an emergency response system consistent with the provisions of RCW 28A.320.126. The system must
achieve all of the following performance standards:
2.1 The ability to broadcast voice messages or customized announcements;
2.2 Includes a feature for multiple sounds, including sounds to initiate a lock down;
2.3 The ability to deliver messages to the interior of a building, areas outside of a building as designated
pursuant to the safe school plan, and to personnel;
2.4 The ability for two-way communications;
2.5 The ability for individual room calling;
2.6 The ability for a manual override;
2.7 Installation in accordance with NFPA 72;
2.8 Provide 15 minutes of battery backup for alarm and 24 hours of battery backup for standby; and
2.9 Includes a program for annual inspection and maintenance in accordance with NFPA 72.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. A manual fire alarm system is not required in Group E occupancies with an occupant load of 50 or
less.
2. Emergency voice/alarm communication systems meeting the requirements of Section 907.5.2.2
and installed in accordance with Section 907.6 shall not be required in Group E occupancies with
occupant loads of 100 or less, such as individual portable school classroom buildings; provided that
activation of the manual fire alarm system initiates an approved occupant notification signal in
accordance with Section 907.5.
3. Where an existing approved alarm system is in place, an emergency voice/alarm system is not
required in any portion of an existing Group E building undergoing any one of the following repairs,
alteration or addition:
3.1 Alteration or repair to an existing building including, without limitation, alterations to rooms
and systems, and/or corridor configurations, not exceeding 35 percent of the fire area of the
building (or the fire area undergoing the alteration or repair if the building is comprised of two or
more fire areas); or
3.2 An addition to an existing building, not exceeding 35 percent of the fire area of the building (or
the fire area to which the addition is made if the building is comprised of two or more fire areas).
4. Manual fire alarm boxes are not required in Group E occupancies where all of the following apply:
4.1 Interior corridors are protected by smoke detectors.
4.2 Auditoriums, cafeterias, gymnasiums and similar areas are protected by heat detectors or
other approved detection devices.
4.3 Shops and laboratories involving dusts or vapors are protected by heat detectors or other
approved detection devices.
5. Manual fire alarm boxes shall not be required in Group E occupancies where all of the following
apply:
5.1 The building is equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in
accordance with Section 903.3.1.1.
5.2 The emergency voice/alarm communication system will activate on sprinkler waterflow.
5.3 Manual activation is provided from a normally occupied location.
907.2.3.1 Sprinkler systems or detection. When automatic sprinkler systems or smoke detectors are installed,
such systems or detectors shall be connected to the building fire alarm system.
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907.2.6.1 Group I-1. An automatic smoke detection system shall be installed in corridors, waiting areas open
to corridors and habitable spaces other than sleeping units and kitchens. The system shall be activated in
accordance with Section 907.4.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. For Group I-1 Condition 1 occupancies, smoke detection in habitable spaces is not required where
the facility is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with
Section 903.3.1.1.
2. Smoke detection is not required for exterior balconies.
907.2.6.4 Group I-4 occupancies. A manual fire alarm system that initiates the occupant notification signal utilizing
an emergency voice/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 I-4 occupancies. When automatic sprinkler systems or
smoke detectors are installed, such systems or detectors shall be connected to the building fire alarm system.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. A manual fire alarm system is not required in Group I-4 occupancies with an occupant load of 50
or less.
2. Emergency voice alarm communication systems meeting the requirements of Section 907.5.2.2 and
installed in accordance with Section 907.6 shall not be required in Group I-4 occupancies with occupant
loads of 100 or less, provided that activation of the manual fire alarm system initiates an approved
occupant notification signal in accordance with Section 907.5.
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907.2.11.1 Group R-1. Single or multiple-station smoke alarms shall be installed in all of the following locations in
Group R-1:
1. In sleeping areas.
2. In each loft constructed in accordance with Section 420.13 of the International Building Code.
3. In every room in the path of the means of egress from the sleeping area to the door leading from the sleeping
unit.
4. In each story within the sleeping unit, including basements. For sleeping units with split levels and without an
intervening door between the adjacent levels, a smoke alarm installed on the upper level shall suffice for the
adjacent lower level provided that the lower level is less than one full story below the upper level.
907.2.11.2 Groups R-2, R-3, R4 and I-1. Single- or multiple-station smoke alarms shall be installed and maintained
in Groups R-2, R-3, R-4 and I-1 regardless of occupant load at all of the following locations:
1. On the ceiling or wall outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of bedrooms.
2. In each room used for sleeping purposes.
3. In each loft constructed in accordance with Section 420.13 of the International Building Code.
4. In each story within a dwelling unit, including basements but not including crawl spaces and uninhabitable
attics. In dwellings or dwelling units with split levels and without an intervening door between the adjacent levels,
a smoke alarm installed on the upper level shall suffice for the adjacent lower level provided that the lower level is
less than one full story below the upper level.
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907.5.2.1.2 Maximum sound pressure. The maximum sound pressure level for audible alarm notification
appliances shall be 110 dBA at the minimum hearing distance from the audible appliance. For systems operating in
public mode, the maximum sound pressure level shall not exceed 30 dBA over the average ambient sound level.
Where the average ambient noise is greater than 95 dBA, visible alarm notification appliances shall be provided in
accordance with NFPA 72 and audible alarm notification appliances shall not be required.
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907.8.4.1 Testing/maintenance: All inspection, testing, maintenance and programing not defined as "electrical
construction trade" by chapter 19.28 RCW shall be completed by a NICET II or ESA/NTS Certified Fire Alarm
Technician (CFAT) Level II Fire in fire alarms (effective July 1, 2018).
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907.11 NICET: National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies and ESA/NTS: Electronic
Security Association/National Training School.
907.11.1 Scope. This section shall apply to new and existing fire alarm systems.
907.11.2 Design review: All construction documents shall be reviewed by a NICET III, an ESA/NTS Certified Fire
Alarm Designer (CFAD) Level III Fire in fire alarms, or a licensed professional engineer (PE) in Washington prior to
being submitted for permitting. The reviewing professional shall submit a stamped, signed, and dated letter; or a
verification method approved by the local authority having jurisdiction indicating the system has been reviewed and
meets or exceeds the design requirements of the state of Washington and the local jurisdiction (effective July 1,
2018).
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909.21.12 Hoistway venting. Hoistway venting need not be provided for pressurized elevator shafts.
909.21.13 Machine rooms. Elevator machine rooms shall be pressurized in accordance with this section unless
separated from the hoistway shaft by construction in accordance with Section 707 of the International Building Code.
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913.2.1 Protection of fire pump rooms and access. Fire pumps shall be located in rooms that are separated from
all other areas of the building by 2-hour fire barriers constructed in accordance with Section 707 of the International
Building Code or 2-hour horizontal assemblies constructed in accordance with Section 711 of the International
Building Code, or both. Fire pump rooms not directly accessible from the outside shall be accessible through an
enclosed passageway from an interior exit stairway or exterior exit. The enclosed passageway shall have a fire-
resistance rating not less than the fire-resistance rating of the fire pump room (see NFPA 20 Section 4.14.2.1.2).
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915.1.1 Where required. Carbon monoxide detection shall be provided in Group I and R occupancies and in
classrooms in Group E occupancies in the locations specified in Section 915.2 where any of the conditions in
Sections 915.1.2 through 915.1.6 exist.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. R-2 occupancies, with the exception of R-2 college dormitories, are required to install carbon
monoxide detectors without exception.
2. Sleeping units or dwelling units in I and R-1 occupancies and R-2 college dormitories, hotel, DOC
prisons and work releases and assisted living facilities and residential treatment facilities licensed by the
state of Washington, which do not themselves contain a fuel-burning appliance, a fuel-burning fireplace,
or have an attached garage, need not be provided with carbon monoxide alarms provided that they
comply with the exceptions of Section 915.1.4.
915.2.1 Dwelling units. Carbon monoxide detection shall be installed outside of each separate sleeping area in the
immediate vicinity of the bedrooms and on each level of the dwelling. Where a fuel-burning appliance or a fuel-
burning fireplace is located within a bedroom or its attached bathroom, carbon monoxide detection shall be installed
within the bedroom.
915.2.3 Group E occupancies. When required by Section 915.1 in new buildings, or by Chapter 11 of
the International Fire Code, carbon monoxide detection shall be installed in classrooms in Group E occupancies.
Carbon monoxide alarm signals shall be automatically transmitted to an on-site location that is staffed by school
personnel.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Carbon monoxide alarm signals shall not be required to be automatically transmitted to an on-site
location that is staffed by school personnel in Group E occupancies with an occupant load of 50 or
less.
2. Carbon monoxide alarm signals shall not be required to be automatically transmitted to an on-site
location that is staffed by school personnel in Group E occupancies where an exception contained in
Section 915.1 applies, or in Group E occupancies where signals are transmitted to an off-site service
monitored by a third party, such as a service that monitors fire protection systems in the building.
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915.5.1 General. Carbon monoxide detection systems shall comply with NFPA 72. Carbon monoxide detectors shall
be listed in accordance with UL 2075.
915.5.2 Locations. Carbon monoxide detectors shall be installed in the locations specified in Section 915.2. These
locations supersede the locations specified in NFPA 72.
915.6 Maintenance. Carbon monoxide alarms and carbon monoxide detection systems shall be maintained in
accordance with NFPA 72. Carbon monoxide alarms and carbon monoxide detectors that become inoperable or
begin producing end-of-life signals shall be replaced.
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1003.7 Elevators, escalators, and moving walks. Elevators, escalators, and moving walks shall not be used as a
component of a required means of egress from any other part of the building.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Elevators used as an accessible means of egress in accordance with Section 1009.4.
2. Escalators used as a means of egress for fixed transit and passenger rail systems in accordance with
Section 4901.
1004.5 Areas without fixed seating. The number of occupants shall be computed at the rate of one occupant per
unit of area as prescribed in Table 1004.5. For areas without fixed seating, the occupant load shall be not less than
that number determined by dividing the floor area under consideration by the occupant load factor assigned to the
function of the space as set forth in Table 1004.5. Where an intended function is not listed in Table 1004.5, the fire
code official shall establish a function based on a listed function that most nearly resembles the intended function.
EXCEPTION: Where approved by the fire code official, the actual number of occupants for whom each occupied
space, floor, or building is designed, although less than those determined by calculation, shall be
permitted to be used in the determination of the design occupant load.
Table 1004.5
Maximum Floor Area Allowances Per Occupant
Function of Space Occupant Load Factor a
Accessory storage areas, mechanical equipment room 300 gross
Agricultural building 300 gross
Aircraft hangars 500 gross
Airport terminal
Baggage claim
Baggage handling
Concourse
Waiting areas
20 gross
300 gross
100 gross
15 gross
Assembly
Gaming floors (keno,slots, etc.)
Exhibit gallery and museum
Billiard table/game table area
11 gross
30 net
50 gross
Assembly with fixed seats See Section 1004.6
Assembly without fixed seats
Concentrated (chairs only - Not fixed)
Standing space
Unconcentrated (tables and chairs)
7 net
5 net
15 net
Bowling centers, allow 5 persons for each lane including 15 feet of runway and for
additional areas
7 net
Business areas 150 gross
Concentrated business use areas See Section 1004.8
Courtrooms - Other than fixed seating areas 40 net
Day care 35 net
Dormitories 50 gross
Educational
Classroom area
Shops and other vocational room areas
20 net
50 net
Exercise rooms 50 gross
Fixed guideway transit and passenger rail systems
Platform
Concourse/lobby
100 gross (See Section
4901)
Group H-5 fabrication and manufacturing areas 200 gross
Industrial areas 100 gross
Institutional areas
Inpatient treatment areas
Outpatient areas
Sleeping areas
240 gross
100 gross
120 gross
Kitchens, commercial 200 gross
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Table 1004.5 (continued)
Maximum Floor Area Allowances Per Occupant
Library
Reading rooms
Stack area
50 net
100 gross
Locker rooms 50 gross
Mall buildings - Covered and open See Section 402.8.2 of the
IBC
Mercantile
Storage, stock, shipping areas 60 gross
300 gross
Parking garages which is correct 200 gross
Residential 200 gross
Skating rinks, swimming pools
Rink and pool
Decks
50 gross
15 gross
Stages and platforms 15 net
Warehouses 500 gross
For SI: 1 foot = 304.8 mm, 1 square foot = 0.0929 m2
a. Floor area in square feet per occupant.
1004.5.1 Increased occupant load. The occupant load permitted in any building, or portion thereof, is permitted to
be increased from that number established for the occupancies in Table 1004.5, provided that all other requirements
of the code are met based on such modified number and the occupant load does not exceed one occupant per 7
square feet (0.65 m2) of occupiable floor space. Where required by the fire code official, an approved aisle, seating
or fixed equipment diagram substantiating any increase in occupant load shall be submitted. Where required by
the fire code official, such diagram shall be posted.
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1005.1 General. All portions of the means of egress system shall be sized in accordance with this section.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Aisles and aisle access ways in rooms or spaces used for assembly purposes complying with
Section 1030.
2. The capacity in inches, of means of egress components for fixed guideway transit and passenger
rail stations, shall meet the requirements of Section 4901.
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1006.2.1 Egress based on occupant load and common path of egress travel distance. Two exits or exit access
doorways from any space shall be provided where the design occupant load or the common path of egress travel
distance exceeds the values listed in Table 1006.2.1. The cumulative occupant load from adjacent rooms, areas or
spaces shall be determined in accordance with Section 1004.2.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. The number of exits from foyers, lobbies, vestibules or similar spaces need not be based on
cumulative occupant loads for areas discharging through such spaces, but the capacity of the exits from
such spaces shall be based on applicable cumulative occupant loads.
2. Care suites in Group I-2 occupancies complying with Section 407.4 of the International Building
Code.
3. Unoccupied mechanical rooms and penthouses are not required to comply with the common path of
egress travel distance measurement.
4. The common path of travel for fixed transit and passenger rail system stations shall be in accordance
with Section 4901.
1006.2.1.1 Three or more exits or exit access doorways. Three exits or exit access doorways shall be
provided from any space with an occupant load of 501 to 1,000. Four exits or exit access doorways shall be
provided from any space with an occupant load greater than 1,000.
EXCEPTION: The number of required exits for fixed transit and passenger rail systems may be reduced by one at
open stations.
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Table 1006.2.1
Spaces with One Exit or Exit Access Doorway
OCCUPANCY
MAXIMUM OCCUPANT
LOAD OF SPACE
MAXIMUM COMMON PATH OF EGRESS TRAVEL DISTANCE (feet)
Without Sprinkler System
(feet)
With Sprinkler System (feet)
Occupant Load
OL ≤ 30 OL > 30
Ac, Eh, M 49 75 75 75a
B 49 100 75 100a
F 49 75 75 100a
H-1, H-2, H-3 3 NP NP 25b
H-4, H-5 10 NP NP 75b
I-1, I-2d, I-4 10 NP NP 75a
I-3 10 NP NP 100a
R-1 10 NP NP 75a
R-2 20 NP NP 125a
R-3e 20 NP NP 125a, g
R-4e 20 NP NP 125a, g
Sf 29 100 75 100a
U 49 100 75 75a
For SI: 1 foot = 304.8 mm.
NP = Not Permitted.
a Buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section
903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2. See Section 903 for occupancies where automatic sprinkler systems are
permitted in accordance with Section 903.3.1.2.
b Group H occupancies equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with
Section 903.2.5.
c For a room or space used for assembly purposes having fixed seating, see Section 1029.8.
d For the travel distance limitations in Group I-2, see Section 407.4.
e The common path of egress travel distance shall only apply in a Group R-3 occupancy located in a
mixed occupancy building.
f The length of common path of egress travel distance in a Group S-2 open parking garage shall be
not more than 100 feet.
g For the travel distance limitations in Groups R-3 and R-4 equipped throughout with an automatic
sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.3, see Section 1006.2.2.6.
h Day care facilities, rooms or spaces where care is provided for more than 10 children that are 2 1/2
years of age or less, shall have access to not less than two exits or exit access doorways.
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1006.3.4 Single exits. A single exit or access to a single exit shall be permitted from any story or occupied roof
where one of the following conditions exists:
1. The occupant load, number of dwelling units and exit access travel distance within the portion of the
building served by the single exit do not exceed the values in Table 1006.3.4(1) or 1006.3.4(2).
2. Rooms, areas and spaces complying with Section 1006.2.1 with exits that discharge directly to the exterior
at the level of exit discharge, are permitted to have one exit or access to a single exit.
3. Parking garages where vehicles are mechanically parked shall be permitted to have one exit or access to
a single exit.
4. Groups R-3 and R-4 occupancies shall be permitted to have one exit or access to a single exit.
5. Individual single-story or multistory dwelling units shall be permitted to have a single exit or access to a
single exit from the dwelling unit provided that both of the following criteria are met:
5.1. The dwelling unit complies with Section 1006.2.1 as a space with one means of egress.
5.2. Either the exit from the dwelling unit discharges directly to the exterior at the level of exit discharge, or
the exit access outside the dwelling unit's entrance door provides access to not less than two approved
independent exits.
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1008.2.3 Exit discharge. This subsection is not adopted.
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1009.1 Accessible means of egress required. Accessible means of egress shall comply with this section.
Accessible spaces shall be provided with not less than one accessible means of egress. Where more than
one means of egress is required by Section 1006.2 or 1006.3 from any accessible space, each accessible portion of
the space shall be served by not less than two accessible means of egress.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Accessible means of egress are not required to be provided in existing buildings.
2. One accessible means of egress is required from an accessible mezzanine level in accordance
with Section 1009.3, 1009.4 or 1009.5.
3. In assembly areas with ramped aisles or stepped aisles one accessible means of egress is
permitted where the common path of egress travel is accessible and meets the requirements in
Section 1030.8.
4. In parking garages, accessible means of egress are not required to serve parking areas that do
not contain accessible parking spaces.
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1009.8 Two-way communication. A two-way communication system complying with Sections 1009.8.1 and
1009.8.2 shall be provided at the landing serving each elevator or bank of elevators on each accessible floor that is
one or more stories above or below the level of exit discharge.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Two-way communication systems are not required at the landing serving each elevator or bank of
elevators where the two-way communication system is provided within areas of refuge in accordance
with Section 1009.6.5.
2. Two-way communication systems are not required on floors provided with ramps that provide a direct
path of egress travel to grade or the level of exit discharge conforming to the provisions of Section 1012.
3. Two-way communication systems are not required at the landings serving only service elevators that
are not designated as part of the accessible means of egress or serve as part of the required accessible
route into a facility.
4. Two-way communication systems are not required at the landings serving only freight elevators.
5. Two-way communication systems are not required at the landing serving a private residence elevator.
6. Two-way communication systems are not required in Group I-2 or I-3 facilities.
1009.8.1 System requirements. Two-way communication systems shall provide communication between each
required location and the fire command center or a central control point location approved by the fire department.
Where the central control point is not a constantly attended location, the two-way communication system shall have a
timed automatic telephone dial-out capability that provides two-way communication with an approved supervising
station. The two-way communication system shall include both audible and visible signals. The two-way
communication system shall have a battery backup or an approved alternate source of power that is capable of 90
minutes use upon failure of the normal power source.
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1010.2.4 Locks and latches. Locks and latches shall be permitted to prevent operation of doors where any of the
following exists:
1. Places of detention or restraint.
2. In buildings in occupancy Group A having an occupant load of 300 or less, Groups B, F, M, and S, and in
places of religious worship, the main door or doors are permitted to be equipped with key-operated locking
devices from the egress side provided:
2.1. The locking device is readily distinguishable as locked;
2.2. A readily visible sign is posted on the egress side on or adjacent to the door stating: THIS DOOR TO
REMAIN UNLOCKED WHEN BUILDING IS OCCUPIED. The sign shall be in letters 1 inch (25 mm) high on
a contrasting background; and
2.3. The use of the key-operated locking device is revocable by the building official for due cause.
3. Where egress doors are used in pairs, approved automatic flush bolts shall be permitted to be used, provided
that the door leaf having the automatic flush bolts has no doorknob or surface-mounted hardware.
4. Doors from individual dwelling or sleeping units of Group R occupancies having an occupant load of 10 or less
are permitted to be equipped with a night latch, dead bolt, or security chain, provided such devices are openable
from the inside without the use of a key or a tool.
5. Fire doors after the minimum elevated temperature has disabled the unlatching mechanism in accordance with
listed fire door test procedures.
6. Doors serving roofs not intended to be occupied shall be permitted to be locked preventing entry to the building
from the roof.
7. Approved, listed locks without delayed egress shall be permitted in Group I-1 condition 2 assisted living
facilities licensed under chapter 388-78A WAC and Group I-1 Condition 2 residential treatment facilities licensed
under chapter 246-337 WAC by the state of Washington, provided that:
7.1. The clinical needs of one or more patients require specialized security measures for their safety.
7.2. The doors unlock upon actuation of the automatic sprinkler system or automatic fire detection system.
7.3. The doors unlock upon loss of electrical power controlling the lock or lock mechanism.
7.4. The lock shall be capable of being deactivated by a signal from a switch located in an approved location.
7.5. There is a system, such as a keypad and code, in place that allows visitors, staff persons and
appropriate residents to exit. Instructions for exiting shall be posted within 6 feet of the door.
8. Other than egress courts, where occupants must egress from an exterior space through the building for means
of egress, exit access doors shall be permitted to be equipped with an approved locking device where installed
and operated in accordance with all of the following:
8.1. The occupant load of the occupied exterior area shall not exceed 300 as determined by IBC Section
1004.
8.2. The maximum occupant load shall be posted where required by Section 1004.9. Such sign shall be
permanently affixed inside the building and shall be posted in a conspicuous space near all the exit access
doorways.
8.3. A weatherproof telephone or two-way communication system installed in accordance with Sections
1009.8.1 and 1009.8.2 shall be located adjacent to not less than one required exit access door on the
exterior side.
8.4. The egress door locking device is readily distinguishable as locked and shall be a key-operated locking
device.
8.5. A clear window or glazed door opening, not less than 5 square feet (0.46 m 2) sq. ft. in area, shall be
provided at each exit access door to determine if there are occupants using the outdoor area.
8.6. A readily visible durable sign shall be posted on the interior side on or adjacent to each locked required
exit access door serving the exterior area stating: THIS DOOR TO REMAIN UNLOCKED WHEN THE
OUTDOOR AREA IS OCCUPIED. The letters on the sign shall be not less than 1 inch high on a contrasting
background.
9. Locking devices are permitted on doors to balconies, decks, or other exterior spaces serving individual dwelling
or sleeping units.
10. Locking devices are permitted on doors to balconies, decks, or other exterior spaces of 250 square feet or
less, serving a private office space.
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1010.2.14 Controlled egress doors in Groups I-1 and I-2. Electric locking systems, including electromechanical
locking systems and electromagnetic locking systems, shall be permitted to be locked in the means of egress in
Group I-1 or I-2 occupancies where the clinical needs of persons receiving care require their containment. Controlled
egress doors shall be permitted in such occupancies where the building is equipped throughout with an automatic
sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or an approved automatic smoke or heat detection system
installed in accordance with Section 907, provided that the doors are installed and operate in accordance with all of
the following:
1. The doors shall unlock on actuation of the automatic sprinkler system or automatic smoke detection system.
2. The door locks shall unlock on loss of power controlling the lock or lock mechanism.
3. The door locking system shall be installed to have the capability of being unlocked by a switch located at the
fire command center, a nursing station or other approved location. The switch shall directly break power to the
lock.
4. A building occupant shall not be required to pass through more than one door equipped with a controlled
egress locking system before entering an exit.
5. The procedures for unlocking the doors shall be described and approved as part of the emergency planning
and preparedness required by Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code.
6. There is a system, such as a keypad and code, in place that allows visitors, staff persons and appropriate
residents to exit. Instructions for exiting shall be posted within 6 feet of the door.
7. All clinical staff shall have the keys, codes or other means necessary to operate the locking systems.
8. Emergency lighting shall be provided at the door.
9. The door locking system units shall be listed in accordance with UL 294.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Items 1 through 4 and 6 shall not apply to doors to areas where persons, which because of clinical
needs, require restraint or containment as part of the function of a psychiatric treatment area.
2. Items 1 through 4 and 6 shall not apply to doors to areas where a listed egress control system is
utilized to reduce the risk of child abduction from nursery and obstetric areas of a Group I-2 hospital.
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1010.3.4 Security grilles. In Groups B, F, M and S, horizontal sliding or vertical security grilles are permitted at the
main exit and shall be openable from the inside without the use of a key or special knowledge or effort during periods
that the space is occupied. The grilles shall remain secured in the full-open position during the period of occupancy
by the general public. Where two or more exits or access to exits are required, not more than one-half of
the exits or exit access doorways shall be equipped with horizontal sliding or vertical security grilles.
1010.3.4.1 Fixed transit and passenger rail systems. In fixed transit and passenger rail system stations horizontal
and vertical security grilles are permitted at station entrances as a component in the means of egress when the
station is under constant supervision by on-site security personnel and an exit door with panic hardware that swings
in the direction of egress, with a minimum clear width of 32 inches (813 mm), provided within 10 feet of the gate. The
security grilles shall remain secured in the full-open position during the period of occupancy by the general public.
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1011.1 General. Stairways serving occupied portions of a building shall comply with the requirements of Sections
1011.2 through 1011.13. Alternating tread devices shall comply with Section 1011.14. Ship's ladders shall comply
with Section 1011.15. Ladders shall comply with Section 1011.16.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Within rooms or spaces used for assembly purposes, stepped aisles shall comply with Section
1030.
2. Stairways, alternating tread devices, ship's ladders, or ladders within an individual dwelling unit or
sleeping unit used for egress from areas of 200 square feet (18.6 m2) or less, and not containing the
primary bathroom or kitchen, are exempt from the requirements of Section 1011. Such areas shall not
be located more than 10 feet (3048 mm) above the finished floor of the space below.
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1011.17 Stairways in individual dwelling units. Stairs or ladders within an individual dwelling unit used for
access to areas of 200 square feet (18.6 m2) or less, and not containing the primary bathroom or kitchen, are
exempt from the requirements of Section 1009.
1012.1 Scope. The provisions of this section shall apply to ramps used as a component of a means of egress.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Other than ramps that are part of the accessible routes providing access in accordance with
Sections 1108.2 through 1108.6 of the International Building Code ramped aisles within assembly
rooms or spaces shall conform with the provisions in Section 1030.
2. Curb ramps shall comply with ICC A117.1.
3. Vehicle ramps in parking garages for pedestrian exit access shall not be required to comply with
Sections 1012.3 through 1012.10 of the International Building Code when they are not an accessible
route serving accessible parking spaces or other required accessible elements.
4. In a parking garage where one accessible means of egress serving accessible parking spaces or
other accessible elements is provided, a second accessible means of egress serving that area may
include a vehicle ramp that does not comply with Sections 1012.5, 1012.6, and 1012.9 of
the International Building Code. A landing complying with Sections 1012.6.1 and 1012.6.4 of
the International Building Code shall be provided at any change of direction in the accessible means
of egress.
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1014.2 Height and location. Handrails serving flights of stairways, ramps, stepped aisles, and ramped aisles shall
comply with the provisions of Sections 1014.2.1 and 1014.2.2.
1014.2.1 Height. Handrail height, measured above stair tread nosings, or finish surface of ramp slope, shall be
uniform, not less than 34 inches (864 mm) and not more than 38 inches (965 mm). Handrail height of alternating
tread devices and ships ladders, measured above tread nosings, shall be uniform, not less than 30 inches (762
mm) and not more than 34 inches (864 mm).
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Where handrail fittings or bendings are used to provide continuous transition between flights,
the fittings or bendings shall be permitted to exceed the maximum height.
2. In Group R-3 occupancies; within dwelling units in Group R-2 occupancies; and in Group U
occupancies that are associated with a Group R-3 occupancy or associated with individual dwelling
units in Group R-2 occupancies; where handrail fittings or bendings are used to provide continuous
transition between flights, transition at winder treads, transition from handrail to guard, or where used
at the start of a flight, the handrail height at the fittings or bendings shall be permitted to exceed the
maximum height.
3. Handrails on top of a guard where permitted along stepped aisles and ramped aisles in
accordance with Section 1030.16.
1014.2.2 Lateral location. Handrails located outward from the edge of the walking surface of flights of stairways,
ramps, stepped aisles, and ramped aisles shall be located within 6 inches (152 mm) measured horizontally from
the edge of the walking surface. Handrails projecting into the width of the walking surface shall comply with
Section 1014.8.
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1014.8 Projections. On ramps and on ramped aisles that are part of an accessible route, the clear width between
handrails shall be 36 inches (914 mm) minimum. Projections into the required width of stepped and ramped aisles,
flights of stairways and ramps at each side shall not exceed 4.5 inches (114 mm) at or below the handrail height.
Projections into the required width shall not be limited above the minimum headroom height required in Section
1011.3. Projections due to intermediate handrails shall not constitute a reduction in the egress width. Where a pair of
intermediate handrails are provided within the stairway width without a walking surface between the pair of
intermediate handrails and the distance between the pair of intermediate handrails is greater than 6 inches (152
mm), the available egress width shall be reduced by the distance between the closest edges of each such
intermediate pair of handrails that is greater than 6 inches (152 mm).
1015.2 Where required. Guards shall be located along open-sided walking surfaces, including mezzanines,
equipment platforms, lofts in accordance with Section 420.14 of the International Building Code, aisles, stairs, ramps,
and landings that are located more than 30 inches (762 mm) measured vertically to the floor or grade below at any
point within 36 inches (914 mm) horizontally to the edge of the open side. Guards shall be provided at the perimeter
of the occupied portions of an occupied roof. Guards shall be adequate in strength and attachment in accordance
with Section 1607.9 of the International Building Code.
EXCEPTION: Guards are not required for the following locations:
1. On the loading side of loading docks or piers.
2. On the audience side of stages and raised platforms, including stairs leading up to the stage and
raised platforms.
3. On raised stage and platform floor areas, such as runways, ramps, and side stages used for
entertainment or presentations.
4. At vertical openings in the performance area of stages and platforms.
5. At elevated walking surfaces appurtenant to stages and platforms for access to and utilization of
special lighting or equipment.
6. Along vehicle service pits not accessible to the public.
7. In assembly seating areas at cross aisles in accordance with Section 1030.17.2.
8. On the loading side of station platforms on fixed guideway transit or passenger rail stations.
9. Portions of an occupied roof located less than 30 inches measured vertically to adjacent unoccupied
roof areas when approved guards are present at the perimeter of the roof.
10. At an occupied portion of an occupied roof where a barrier approved by the building official is
provided.
1015.3 Height. Required guards shall be not less than 42 inches (1067 mm) high, measured vertically as follows:
1. From the adjacent walking surfaces.
2. On stairways and stepped aisles, from the line connecting the leading edges of the tread nosings.
3. On ramps and ramped aisles, from the ramp surface at the guard.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. For occupancies in Group R-3 not more than three stories above grade in height and within
individual dwelling units in occupancies in Group R-2 not more than three stories above grade in
height with separate means of egress, required guards shall be not less than 36 inches (914 mm) in
height measured vertically above the adjacent walking surfaces.
2. For occupancies in Group R-3, and within individual dwelling units in occupancies in Group R-2,
guards on the open sides of stairs shall have a height not less than 34 inches (864 mm) measured
vertically from a line connecting the leading edges of the treads.
3. For occupancies in Group R-3, and within individual dwelling units in occupancies in Group R-2,
where the top of the guard serves as a handrail on the open sides of stairs, the top of the guard shall
be not less than 34 inches (864 mm) and not more than 38 inches (965 mm) measured vertically
from a line connecting the leading edges of the treads.
4. In areas with ceiling heights of 7 feet (2134 mm) or less in lofts constructed in accordance with
Section 420.14, guards shall not be less than 36 inches (914 mm) in height or one-half of the clear
height from the loft floor to the loft ceiling, whichever is less.
5. The guard height in assembly seating areas shall comply with Section 1030.17 as applicable.
6. Along alternating tread devices and ships ladders, guards where the top rail serves as a handrail
shall have height not less than 30 inches (762 mm) and not more than 34 inches (864 mm),
measured vertically from the leading edge of the device tread nosing.
7. In Group F occupancies where exit access stairways serve fewer than three stories and such
stairways are not open to the public, and where the top of the guard also serves as a handrail, the
top of the guard shall be not less than 34 inches (864 mm) and not more than 38 inches (965 mm)
measured vertically from a line connecting the leading edges of the treads.
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Table 1017.2
Exit Access Travel Distancea
Occupancy Without Sprinkler System (feet) With Sprinkler System (feet)
A, E, F-1, M, R, S-1 200e 250b
I-1 Not Permitted 250b
B 200 300c
F-2, S-2, U 300 400c
H-1 Not Permitted 75d
H-2 Not Permitted 100d
H-3 Not Permitted 150d
H-4 Not Permitted 175d
H-5 Not Permitted 200c
I-2, I-3 Not Permitted 200c
I-4 150 200c
a. See the following sections for modifications to exit access travel distance requirements:
• Section 402.8 of the International Building Code: For the distance limitation in malls.
• Section 407.4 of the International Building Code: For the distance limitation in Group I-2.
• Sections 408.6.1 and 408.8.1 of the International Building Code: For the distance limitations in Group I-3.
• Section 411.2 of the International Building Code: For the distance limitation in special amusement areas.
• Section 412.6 of the International Building Code: For the distance limitations in aircraft manufacturing
facilities.
• Section 1006.2.2.2: For the distance limitation in refrigeration machinery rooms.
• Section 1006.2.2.3: For the distance limitation in refrigerated rooms and spaces.
• Section 1006.3.4: For buildings with one exit.
• Section 1017.2.2: For increased distance limitation in Groups F-1 and S-1.
• Section 1030.7: For increased limitation in assembly seating.
• Section 3103.4 of the International Building Code: For temporary structures.
• Section 3104.9 of the International Building Code: For pedestrian walkways.
• Section 4901: For fixed guideway and passenger rail stations.
b. Buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or
903.3.1.2. See Section 903 for occupancies where automatic sprinkler systems are permitted in accordance
with Section 903.3.1.2.
c. Buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1.
d. Group H occupancies equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section
903.2.5.1.
e. Group R-3 and R-4 buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with
Section 903.3.1.3. See Section 903.2.8 for occupancies where automatic sprinkler systems are permitted in
accordance with Section 903.3.1.3.
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Use the Model Code Section 1019.3
1019.3 Occupancies other than Groups I-2 and I-3. In other than Groups I-2 and I-3 occupancies, floor openings
containing exit access stairways or ramps shall be enclosed with a shaft enclosure constructed in accordance with
Section 713 of the International Building Code.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Exit access stairways and ramps that serve or atmospherically communicate between only two
stories. Such interconnected stories shall not be open to other stories.
2. In Group R-1, R-2, or R-3 occupancies, exit access stairways and ramps connecting four stories
or less serving and contained within an individual dwelling unit or sleeping unit or live/work unit.
3. Exit access stairways serving and contained within a Group R-3 congregate residence are not
required to be enclosed.
4. Exit access stairways and ramps in buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler
system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, where the area of the vertical opening between stories
does not exceed twice the horizontal projected area of the stairway or ramp and the opening is
protected by a draft curtain and closely spaced sprinklers in accordance with NFPA 13. In other than
Group B and M occupancies, this provision is limited to openings that do not connect more than four
stories.
5. Exit access stairways and ramps within an atrium complying with the provisions of Section 404 of
the International Building Code.
6. Exit access stairways and ramps in open parking garages that serve only the parking garage.
7. Exit access stairways and ramps serving smoke-protected or open-air assembly seating
complying with the exit access travel distance requirements of Section 1030.7.
8. Exit access stairways and ramps between the balcony, gallery or press box and the main
assembly floor in occupancies such as theaters, places of religious worship, auditoriums, and sports
facilities.
9. Exterior exit access stairways or ramps between occupied roofs.
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1020.6 Air movement in corridors. Corridors shall not serve as supply, return, exhaust, relief or ventilation air
ducts.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Use of a corridor as a source of makeup air for exhaust systems in rooms that open directly onto
such corridors, including toilet rooms, bathrooms, dressing rooms, smoking lounges and janitor
closets, shall be permitted provided that each such corridor is directly supplied with outdoor air at a
rate greater than the rate of makeup air taken from the corridor.
2. Where located within a dwelling unit, the use of corridors for conveying return air shall not be
prohibited.
3. Where located within tenant spaces of 1,000 square feet (93 m2) or less in area, utilization of
corridors for conveying return air is permitted.
4. Incidental air movement from pressurized rooms within health care facilities, provided that a
corridor is not the primary source of supply or return to the room.
5. Where such air is part of an engineered smoke control system.
6. Air supplied to corridors serving residential occupancies shall not be considered as providing
ventilation air to the dwelling units subject to the following:
6.1. The air supplied to the corridor is 100 percent outside air; and
6.2. The units served by the corridor have conforming ventilation air independent of the air
supplied to the corridor; and
6.3. For other than high-rise buildings, the supply fan will automatically shut off upon activation of
corridor smoke detectors which shall be spaced at no more than 30 feet (9144 mm) on center
along the corridor; or
6.4. For high-rise buildings, corridor smoke detector activation will close required smoke/fire
dampers at the supply inlet to the corridor at the floor receiving the alarm.
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1023.12 Smokeproof enclosures. Where required by Section 403.5.4, 405.7.2 or 412.2.2.1, of the International
Building Code, interior exit stairways and ramps shall be smokeproof enclosures in accordance with Section 909.20
of the International Building Code. Where interior exit stairways and ramps are pressurized in accordance with
Section 909.20.5 of the International Building Code, the smoke control pressurization system shall comply with the
requirements specified in Section 909.6.3 of the International Building Code.
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1103.2 Emergency responder communication enhancement in existing buildings. Existing buildings other than
Group R-3, that do not have approved in-building, emergency response communication enhancement system for
emergency responders in the building based on existing coverage levels of the public safety communication systems,
shall be equipped with such coverage according to one of the following:
1. Where an existing wired communication system cannot be repaired or is being replaced, or where not
approved in accordance with Section 510.1, Exception 1.
2. Within a time frame established by the adopting authority.
EXCEPTION: Where it is determined by the fire code official that the in-building, emergency responder
communication enhancement system is not needed.
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1103.4.3 More than five stories. In other than Group I occupancies, interior vertical openings connecting more than
five stories shall be protected by fire-resistant and smoke-rated construction.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Vertical opening protection is not required for Group R-3 occupancies.
2. Vertical opening protection is not required for open parking garages and ramps.
3. Vertical opening protection for escalators shall be in accordance with Section 1103.4.8.
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1103.5.6 Nightclub. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout A-2 nightclubs as defined in this
code. No building shall be constructed for, used for, or converted to occupancy as a nightclub except in accordance
with this section.
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1103.9 Carbon monoxide alarms. Existing Group I or Group R occupancies shall be provided with single station
carbon monoxide alarms in accordance with Section 915.4.3. An inspection will occur when alterations, repairs or
additions requiring a permit occur, or when one or more sleeping rooms are added or created. The carbon monoxide
alarms shall be listed as complying with UL 2034 and be installed and maintained in accordance with NFPA 72 and
the manufacturer's instructions.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. For other than R-2 occupancies, if the building does not contain a fuel-burning appliance, a fuel-
burning fireplace, or an attached garage.
2. Work involving the exterior surfaces of dwellings, such as the replacement of roofing or siding, or
the addition or replacement of windows or doors, or the addition of a porch or deck, or electrical
permits.
3. Installation, alteration or repairs of noncombustion plumbing or mechanical systems.
4. Sleeping units or dwelling units in I and R-1 occupancies and R-2 college dormitories, hotel, DOC
prisons and work releases and assisted living facilities and residential treatment facilities licensed by
the state of Washington which do not themselves contain a fuel-burning appliance, a fuel-burning
fireplace, or have an attached garage, need not be provided with carbon monoxide alarms provided
that:
4.1. The sleeping units or dwelling unit is not adjacent to any room which contains a fuel-burning
appliance, a fuel-burning fireplace, or an attached garage; and
4.2. The sleeping units or dwelling unit is not connected by duct work or ventilation shafts with a
supply or return register in the same room to any room containing a fuel-burning appliance, a
fuel-burning fireplace, or to an attached garage; and
4.3. The building is provided with a common area carbon monoxide detection system.
5. An open parking garage, as defined in the International Building Code, or enclosed parking
garage ventilated in accordance with Section 404 of the International Mechanical Code shall not be
considered an attached garage.
1104.1 General. Means of egress in existing buildings shall comply with Section 1032 and 1104.2 through 1104.25.
EXCEPTION: Means of egress conforming to the requirements of the building code under which they were
constructed and Section 1032 shall not be required to comply with 1104.2 through 1104.22 and
1104.25.
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1105.1 General. This section shall be applied by jurisdictions conducting surveys for compliance with the federal
centers for medicare and medicaid reimbursement program. Existing Group I-2 shall meet all of the following
requirements:
1. The minimum fire safety requirements in Section 1103.
2. The minimum means of egress requirements in Section 1104.
3. The additional egress and construction requirements in Section 1105.
Where the provisions of this chapter conflict with the construction requirements that applied at the time of
construction, the most restrictive provisions shall apply.
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1201.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall apply to the installation, operation, maintenance, repair,
retrofitting, testing, commissioning and decommissioning of energy systems used for generating or storing energy
including, but not limited to, energy storage systems under the exclusive control of an electric utility or lawfully
designated agency. It shall not apply to equipment associated with the generation, control, transformation,
transmission, or distribution of energy installations that is under the exclusive control of an electric utility or lawfully
designated agency. Energy storage systems regulated by WAC 51-54A-1207 shall comply with this chapter as
appropriate and NFPA 855.
1201.3 Mixed system installation. Where mixed systems are approved, the aggregate nameplate kWh energy of all
energy storage systems in a fire area shall not exceed the maximum quantity specified for any of the energy systems
in this chapter. Where required by the fire code official, a hazard mitigation analysis shall be provided and approved
in accordance with Section 104.8.2 to evaluate any potential adverse interaction between the various energy
systems and technologies.
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1205.1 General. Installation, modification, or alteration of solar photovoltaic power systems shall comply with this
section. Due to the emerging technologies in the solar photovoltaic industry, it is understood fire code officials may
need to amend prescriptive requirements of this section to meet the requirements for firefighter access and product
installations. Section 104.10 Alternative materials and methods of this code shall be considered when approving the
installation of solar photovoltaic power systems. Solar photovoltaic power systems shall be installed in accordance
with Sections 1205.2.1 through 1205.6, the International Building Code, and chapter 19.28 RCW.
1205.2.1 Solar photovoltaic systems for Group R-3 residential and buildings built under the International
Residential Code. Solar photovoltaic systems for Group R-3 residential and buildings built under the International
Residential Code shall comply with Sections 1205.2.1.1 through 1205.2.3.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Residential dwellings with an approved automatic fire sprinkler system installed.
2. Residential dwellings with approved mechanical or passive ventilation systems.
3. Where the fire code official determines that the slope of the roof is too steep for emergency
access.
4. Where the fire code official determines that vertical ventilation tactics will not be utilized.
5. These requirements shall not apply to roofs where the total combined area of the solar array does
not exceed 33 percent as measured in plan view of the total roof area of the structure, where the
solar array will measure 1,000 sq. ft. or less in area, and where a minimum 18 inches unobstructed
pathway shall be maintained along each side of any horizontal ridge.
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1205.6 Size of solar photovoltaic array.
1. Each photovoltaic array shall be limited to 150 feet (45,720 mm) by 150 feet (45,720 mm). Multiple arrays shall
be separated by a 3-foot wide (914 mm) clear access pathway.
2. Panels/modules shall be located up to the roof ridge where an alternative ventilation method approved by the
fire code official has determined vertical ventilation techniques will not be employed.
1206.1 General. Stationary fuel cell power systems in new and existing occupancies shall comply with this section.
Exception: The temporary use of a fuel cell-powered electric vehicle to power a Group R-3 or R-4 building while
parked shall comply with Section 1206.13.
1206.5 Residential use. Stationary fuel cell power systems shall not be installed in Group R-3 and R-4 buildings, or
dwelling units associated with Group R-2 buildings unless they are specifically listed for residential use.
Exception: The temporary use of a fuel cell-powered electric vehicle to power a Group R-3 or R-4 building while
parked shall comply with Section 1206.13.
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1206.6.3 Gas detection systems. Stationary fuel cell power systems shall be provided with a gas detection system.
Detection shall be provided in approved locations in the fuel cell power system enclosure, the exhaust system, or the
room that encloses the fuel cell power system. The system shall be designed to activate at a flammable gas
concentration of not more than 25 percent of the lower flammable limit (LFL).
1206.6.3.1 System activation. The activation of the gas detection system shall automatically:
1. Close valves between the gas supply and the fuel cell power system.
2. Shut down the fuel cell power system.
3. Initiate local audible and visible alarms in approved locations.
1207.1 General. The provisions in this section are applicable to stationary and mobile electrical energy storage
systems (ESS).
Exception: ESS in Group R-3 and R-4 occupancies not exceeding thresholds in Section 1207.11.4 shall comply with
Section 1207.11 through 1207.11.9.
1207.1.1 Scope. ESS having capacities exceeding the values shown in Table 1207.1.1 shall
comply with this section.
TABLE 1207.1.1
Energy Storage System (ESS) Threshold Quantities
Technology
Energy
Capacitya
Capacitor ESS 3 kWh
Flow batteriesb 20 kWh
Lead-acid batteries, all types 70 kWhc
Lithium-ion batteries 20 kWh
Sodium nickel chloride batteries 70 kWh
Nickel-cadmium batteries (Ni-Cd), Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH), and
Nickel Zinc (Ni-Zn) batteries
70 kWh
Nonelectrochemical ESSd 70 kWh
Other battery technologies 10 kWh
Other electrochemical ESS technologies 3 kWh
Zinc manganese dioxide batteries (Zn-MnO2) 70 kWh
For SI: 1 kilowatt-hour = 3.6 megajoules.
a Energy capacity is the total energy capable of being stored (nameplate rating), not the usable energy rating. For units rated in amp-
hours, kWh shall equal rated voltage times amp-hour rating divided by 1,000.
b Shall include vanadium, zinc-bromine, polysulfide-bromide and other flowing electrolyte-type technologies.
c Fifty gallons of lead-acid battery electrolyte shall be considered equivalent to 70 kWh.
d Covers nonelectrochemical technologies such as flywheel and thermal ESS.
1207.1.1.1 Utilities and industrial applications. This section shall not apply to capacitors and capacitor equipment
for electric utilities and industrial facilities used in applications such as flexible ac transmission (FACTS) devices, filter
capacitor banks, power factor correction, and standalone capacitor banks for voltage correction and stabilization.
1207.1.1.2 Mobile ESS. Mobile ESS deployed at an electric utility substation or generation facility for 90 days or less
shall not add to the threshold values in Table 1207.1.1 for the stationary ESS installation if both of the following
conditions apply:
1. The mobile ESS complies with Section 1207.10.
2. The mobile ESS is only being used during periods in which the facility's stationary ESS is being tested,
repaired, retrofitted, or replaced.
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1207.1.3 Construction documents. The following information shall be provided with the permit application:
1. Location and layout diagram of the room or area in which the ESS is to be installed.
2. Details on the hourly fire-resistance ratings of assemblies enclosing the ESS.
3. The quantities and types of ESS to be installed.
4. Manufacturer's specifications, ratings, and documentation of the listings of each ESS and associated
equipment.
5. Description of energy (battery) management systems and their operation.
6. Location and content of required signage.
7. Details on fire suppression, smoke or fire detection, thermal management, ventilation, exhaust, and
deflagration venting systems, if provided.
8. Support arrangement associated with the installation, including any required seismic restraint.
9. A commissioning plan complying with Section 1207.2.1.
10. A decommissioning plan complying with Section 1207.2.3.
11. A fire safety and evacuation plan in accordance with Section 404.
1207.1.3.1 Utilities applicability. Plans and specifications associated with ESS owned and operated by electric
utilities as a component of the electric grid that are considered critical infrastructure documents in accordance with
the provisions of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation and other applicable governmental laws and
regulations shall be made available to the fire code official for viewing based on the requirements of the applicable
governmental laws and regulations.
1207.1.4 Hazard mitigation analysis. Failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) or other approved hazard
mitigation analysis shall be provided in accordance with Section 104.8.2 under any of the following conditions:
1. Where ESS technologies not specifically identified in Table 1207.1.1 are provided.
2. More than one ESS technology is provided in a single fire area where there is a potential for adverse
interaction between technologies.
3. Where allowed as a basis for increasing maximum allowable quantities. See Section 1207.5.2.
4. Where flammable gases can be produced under abnormal conditions.
5. Where required by the fire code official to address a potential hazard with an ESS installation that is not
addressed by existing requirements.
1207.1.4.1 Fault condition. The hazard mitigation analysis shall evaluate the consequences of the following failure
modes. Only single failure modes shall be considered.
1. A thermal runaway condition in a single electrochemical ESS unit.
2. A mechanical failure of a nonelectrochemical ESS unit.
3. Failure of any battery (energy) management system or fire protection system within the ESS equipment
that is not covered by the product listing failure mode effects analysis (FMEA).
4. Failure of any required protection system external to the ESS including, but not limited to, ventilation
(HVAC), exhaust ventilation, smoke detection, fire detection, gas detection, or fire suppression system.
1207.1.4.2 Analysis approval. The fire code official is authorized to approve the hazardous mitigation analysis
provided that the consequences of the hazard mitigation analysis demonstrate:
1. Fires will be contained within unoccupied ESS rooms or areas for the minimum duration of the fire-
resistance-rated separations identified in Section 1207.7.4.
2. Fires involving the ESS will allow occupants or the general public to evacuate to a safe location.
1207.1.5 Large-scale fire test. Where required elsewhere in Section 1207, large-scale fire testing shall be
conducted on a representative ESS in accordance with UL 9540A. The testing shall be conducted or witnessed and
reported by an approved testing laboratory and show that a fire involving one ESS will not propagate to an adjacent
ESS, and where installed within buildings, enclosed areas and walk-in units will be contained within the room,
enclosed area or walk-in unit for the duration of the test. The test report shall be provided to the fire code official for
review and approval in accordance with Section 104.8.2.
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1207.1.6.1 Fire mitigation personnel. Where, in the opinion of the fire code official, it is essential for public safety
that trained personnel be on-site to respond to possible ignition or re-ignition of a damaged ESS, the system owner,
agent, or lessee shall dispatch within 15 minutes one or more fire mitigation personnel to the premise, as required
and approved, at their expense. These personnel shall remain on duty continuously after the fire department leaves
the premise until the damaged energy storage equipment is removed from the premises, or earlier if the fire code
official indicates the public safety hazard has been abated.
1207.2.1 Commissioning. Commissioning of newly installed ESS and existing ESS that have been retrofitted,
replaced, or previously decommissioned and are returning to service shall be conducted prior to the ESS being
placed in service in accordance with a commissioning plan that has been approved prior to initiating commissioning.
The commissioning plan shall include the following:
1. A narrative description of the activities that will be accomplished during each phase of commissioning,
including the personnel intended to accomplish each of the activities.
2. A listing of the specific ESS and associated components, controls, and safety-related devices to be tested,
a description of the tests to be performed, and the functions to be tested.
3. Conditions under which all testing will be performed, which are representative of the conditions during
normal operation of the system.
4. Documentation of the owner's project requirements and the basis of design necessary to understand the
installation and operation of the ESS.
5. Verification that required equipment and systems are installed in accordance with the approved plans and
specifications.
6. Integrated testing for all fire and safety systems.
7. Testing for any required thermal management, ventilation, or exhaust systems associated with the ESS
installation.
8. Preparation and delivery of operation and maintenance documentation.
9. Training of facility operating and maintenance staff.
10. Identification and documentation of the requirements for maintaining system performance to meet the
original design intent during the operation phase.
11. Identification and documentation of personnel who are qualified to service, maintain and decommission
the ESS, and respond to incidents involving the ESS, including documentation that such service has been
contracted for.
12. A decommissioning plan for removing the ESS from service, and from the facility in which it is located.
The plan shall include details on providing a safe, orderly shutdown of energy storage and safety systems
with notification to the code officials prior to the actual decommissioning of the system. The decommissioning
plan shall include contingencies for removing an intact operational ESS from service, and for removing an
ESS from service that has been damaged by a fire or other event.
Exceptions: Commissioning shall not be required for lead-acid and nickel-cadmium battery systems at facilities under the exclusive
control of communications utilities that comply with NFPA 76 and operate at less than 50 VAC and 60 VDC. A decommissioning plan shall
be provided and maintained where required by the fire code official.
1. Lead-acid and nickel-cadmium battery systems less than 50 VAC, 60 VDC that are in telecommunications facilities for installations of
communications equipment under the exclusive control of communications utilities and located outdoors or in building spaces or walk-
in units used exclusively for such installations that are in compliance with NFPA 76 shall be permitted to have a commissioning plan in
compliance with recognized industry practices in lieu of complying with Section 1207.2.1.
2. Lead-acid and nickel-cadmium battery systems that are used for dc power for control of substations and control or safe shutdown of
generating stations under the exclusive control of the electric utilities, and located in building spaces or walk-in units used exclusively
for such installations shall be permitted to have a commissioning plan in compliance with applicable governmental laws and
regulations in lieu of developing a commissioning plan in accordance with Section 1207.2.1.
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1207.3.1 Energy storage system listings. ESS shall be listed in accordance with UL 9540.
Exceptions: 1. Lead-acid and nickel-cadmium battery systems less than 50 VAC, 60 VDC in telecommunications
facilities for installations of communications equipment under the exclusive control of
communications utilities located outdoors or in building spaces used exclusively for such installations
that are in compliance with NFPA 76.
2. Lead-acid and nickel-cadmium battery systems that are used for dc power for control of
substations and control or safe shutdown of generating stations under the exclusive control of the
electric utility, and located outdoors or in building spaces used exclusively for such installations.
3. Lead-acid battery systems in uninterruptible power supplies listed and labeled in accordance with
UL 1778 and utilized for standby power applications.
1207.3.7.1 Retrofitting lead acid and nickel cadmium. Changing out or retrofitting of lead-acid and nickel-cadmium
batteries in the following applications shall be considered repairs where there is no increase in system size or energy
capacity greater than 10 percent of the original design.
1. At facilities under the exclusive control of communications utilities that comply with NFPA 76 and operate
at less than 50 VAC and 60 VDC.
2. Battery systems used for dc power for control of substations and control or safe shutdown of generating
stations under the exclusive control of the electric utility, and located outdoors or in building spaces used
exclusively for such installations.
3. Batteries in uninterruptible power supplies listed and labeled in accordance with UL 1778 and used for
standby applications only.
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1207.5 Electrochemical ESS protection. The protection of electrochemical ESS shall be in accordance with
Sections 1207.5.1 through 1207.5.8 where required by Sections 1207.7 through 1207.10.
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TABLE 1207.5
Maximum Allowable Quantities of Electrochemical ESS
Technology
Maximum Allowable
Quantitiesa
Storage Batteries
Flow batteriesb 600 kWh
Lead-acid, all types Unlimited
Lithium-ion 600 kWh
Sodium nickel chloride 600 kWh
Nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd), Nickel metal
hydride (NI-MH) and nickel zinc (Ni-Zn)
Unlimited
Zinc manganese dioxide (Zn-MnO2) Unlimited
Other battery technologies 200 kWh
Capacitors
All types 20 kWh
Other Electrochemical ESS
All types 20 kWh
For SI: 1 kilowatt hour = 3.6 megajoules.
a. For electrochemical ESS units rated in amp-hours, kWh shall equal rated
voltage times the amp-hour rating divided by 1,000.
b. Shall include vanadium, zinc-bromine, polysulfide-bromide, and other
flowing electrolyte-type technologies.
1207.5.1 Size and separation. Electrochemical ESS shall be segregated into groups not exceeding 50 kWh (180
mega-joules). Each group shall be separated a minimum of three feet (914 mm) from other groups and from walls in
the storage room or area. The storage arrangements shall comply with Chapter 10.
Exceptions: 1. Lead-acid and nickel-cadmium battery systems in facilities under the exclusive control of
communications utilities and operating at less than 50 VAC and 60 VDC in accordance with NFPA
76.
2. Lead-acid and nickel-cadmium systems that are used for dc power for control of substations and
control or safe shutdown of generating stations under the exclusive control of the electric utility, and
located outdoors or in building spaces used exclusively for such installations.
3. Lead-acid battery systems in uninterruptible power supplies and labeled in accordance with UL
1778, utilized for standby power applications, and limited to not more than 10 percent of the floor
area on the floor on which the ESS is located.
4. The fire code official is authorized to approve larger capacities or smaller separation distances
based on large-scale fire testing complying with Section 1207.1.5.
1207.5.3 Elevation. Electrochemical ESS shall not be located in the following areas:
1. Where the floor is located more than 75 feet (22,860 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle
access.
2. Where the floor is located below the lowest level of exit discharge.
Exceptions: 1. Lead-acid and nickel-cadmium battery systems less than 50 VAC and 60 VDC installed in facilities
under the exclusive control of communications utilities in accordance with NFPA 76.
2. Lead-acid and nickel-cadmium systems that are used for dc power for control of substations and
control or safe shutdown of generating stations under the exclusive control of the electric utility, and
located outdoors or in building spaces used exclusively for such installations.
3. Lead-acid battery systems in uninterruptible power supplies and labeled in accordance with UL
1778, utilized for standby power applications, and limited to not more than 10 percent of the floor
area on the floor on which the ESS is located.
4. Where approved, installations shall be permitted in underground vaults complying with NFPA 70,
Article 450, Part III.
5. Where approved by the fire code official, installations shall be permitted on higher and lower
floors.
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1207.5.4 Fire detection. An approved automatic smoke detection system or radiant energy-sensing fire detection
system complying with Section 907.2 shall be installed in rooms, indoor areas, and walk-in units containing
electrochemical ESS. An approved radiant energy-sensing fire detection system shall be installed to protect open
parking garage and rooftop installations. Alarm signals from detection systems shall be transmitted to a central
station, proprietary or remote station service in accordance with NFPA 72, or where approved to a constantly
attended location.
Exception: Normally unoccupied, remote stand-alone telecommunications structures with a gross floor area of less
than 1500 ft2 (139 m2) utilizing lead-acid or nickel-cadmium batteries shall not be required to have a fire detection
system installed.
1207.5.4.1 System status. Lead-acid and nickel-cadmium battery systems that are used for dc power for control of
substations and control or safe shutdown of generating stations under the exclusive control of the electric utility, and
located outdoors or in building spaces used exclusively for such installations shall be allowed to use the process
control system to monitor the smoke or radiant energy–sensing fire detectors required in Section 1207.5.4.
1207.5.5 Fire suppression systems. Rooms and areas within buildings and walk-in units containing electrochemical
ESS shall be protected by an automatic fire suppression system designed and installed in accordance with one of the
following:
1. Automatic sprinkler systems, designed and installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 for ESS units
(groups) with a maximum stored energy capacity of 50 kWh, as described in Section 1207.5.1, shall be
designed with a minimum density of 0.3 gpm/ft2 (1.14 L/min) based over the area of the room or 2,500
square-foot (232 m2) design area, whichever is smaller, unless a lower density is approved based upon
large-scale fire testing in accordance with Section 1207.1.5.
2. Automatic sprinkler system designed and installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 for ESS units
(groups) exceeding 50 kWh shall use a density based on large-scale fire testing complying with Section
1207.1.5.
3. The following alternative automatic fire-extinguishing systems designed and installed in accordance with
Section 904, provided that the installation is approved by the fire code official based on large-scale fire
testing complying with Section 1207.1.5:
3.1. NFPA 12, Standard on Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems.
3.2. NFPA 15, Standard for Water Spray Fixed Systems for Fire Protection.
3.3. NFPA 750, Standard on Water Mist Fire Protection Systems.
3.4. NFPA 2001, Standard on Clean Agent Fire-Extinguishing Systems.
3.5. NFPA 2010, Standard for Fixed Aerosol Fire-Extinguishing Systems.
Exceptions: 1. Fire suppression systems for lead-acid and nickel-cadmium battery systems at facilities under
the exclusive control of communications utilities that operate at less than 50 VAC and 60 VDC
shall be provided where required by NFPA 76.
2. Lead-acid and nickel-cadmium systems that are used for dc power for control of substations
and control or safe shutdown of generating stations under the exclusive control of the electric
utility, and located outdoors or in building spaces used exclusively for such installations, shall not
be required to have a fire suppression system installed.
3. Lead-acid battery systems in uninterruptible power supplies listed and labeled in accordance
with UL 1778, utilized for standby power applications, which is limited to not more than 10 percent
of the floor area on the floor on which the ESS is located, shall not be required to have a fire
suppression system.
1207.6 Electrochemical ESS technology-specific protection. Electrochemical ESS installations shall comply with
the requirements of this section in accordance with the applicable requirements of Table 1207.6.
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TABLE 1207.6
Electrochemical ESS Technology-Specific Requirements
Compliance Requiredb Battery Technology
Feature Section
Lead-
acid
Nickel cadmium (Ni-Cd),
nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH)
and nickel zinc (Ni-Zn)
Zinc manganese
dioxide
(ZnMnO2)
Lithium-
ion Flow
Sodium
nickel
chloride
Other ESS and
Battery
Technologiesb
Capacitor
ESSb
Exhaust
ventilation 1207.6.1 Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes
Explosion control 1207.6.3 Yesa Yesa Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes
Safety caps 1207.6.4 Yes Yes Yes No No No Yes Yes
Spill control and
neutralization 1207.6.2 Yesc Yesc Yesf No Yes No Yes Yes
Thermal runaway 1207.6.5 Yesd Yesd Yese Yese No Yes Yese Yes
a Not required for lead-acid and nickel-cadmium batteries at facilities under the exclusive control of communications
utilities that comply with NFPA 76 and operate at less than 50 VAC and 60 VDC.
b Protection shall be provided unless documentation acceptable to the fire code official is provided in accordance with
Section 104.8.2 that provides justification why the protection is not necessary based on the technology used.
c Applicable to vented-type (i.e., flooded) nickel-cadmium and lead-acid batteries.
d Not required for vented-type (i.e., flooded) batteries.
e The thermal runaway protection is permitted to be part of a battery management system that has been evaluated with
the battery as part of the evaluation to UL 1973.
f Not required for batteries with jelled electrolyte.
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1207.6.3 Explosion control. Where required by Table 1207.6 or elsewhere in this code, explosion control complying
with Section 911 shall be provided for rooms, areas, ESS cabinets, or ESS walk-in units containing electrochemical
ESS technologies.
Exceptions: 1. Where approved, explosion control is permitted to be waived by the fire code official based on
large-scale fire testing complying with Section 1207.1.5 that demonstrates that flammable gases are
not liberated from electrochemical ESS cells or modules.
2. Where approved, explosion control is permitted to be waived by the fire code official based on
documentation provided in accordance with Section 104.8 that demonstrates that the
electrochemical ESS technology to be used does not have the potential to release flammable gas
concentrations in excess of 25 percent of the LFL anywhere in the room, area, walk-in unit or
structure under thermal runaway, or other fault conditions.
3. Where approved, ESS cabinets that have no debris, shrapnel, or enclosure pieces ejected during
large scale fire testing complying with Section 1207.1.5 shall be permitted in lieu of providing
explosion control complying with Section 911.
4. Explosion control is not required for lead-acid and nickel-cadmium battery systems less than 50
VAC, 60 VDC in telecommunication facilities under the exclusive control of communications utilities
located in building spaces or walk-in units used exclusively for such installations.
5. Explosion control is not required for lead-acid and nickel-cadmium systems used for dc power for
control of substations and control or safe shutdown of generating stations under the exclusive control
of the electric utility located in building spaces or walk-in units used exclusively for such installations.
6. Explosion control is not required for lead-acid battery systems in uninterruptible power supplies
listed and labeled in accordance with UL 1778, utilized for standby power applications, and housed
in a single cabinet in a single fire area in buildings or walk-in units.
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1207.10.1 Charging and storage. For the purpose of Section 1207.10, charging and storage covers the operation
where mobile ESS are charged and stored so they are ready for deployment to another site, and where they are
charged and stored after a deployment.
Exception: Mobile ESS used to temporarily provide power to lead-acid and nickel-cadmium systems that are
used for dc power for control of substations and control or safe shutdown of generating stations
under the exclusive control of the electric utility, and located outdoors or in building spaces used
exclusively for such installations.
1207.10.2 Deployment. For the purpose of Section 1207.10, deployment covers operations where mobile ESS are
located at a site other than the charging and storage site and are being used to provide power.
Exception: Mobile ESS used to temporarily provide power to lead-acid and nickel-cadmium systems that are
used for dc power for control of substations and control or safe shutdown of generating stations
under the exclusive control of the electric utility, and located outdoors or in building spaces used
exclusively for such installations.
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1207.11 ESS in Group R-3 and R-4 occupancies. ESS in Group R-3 and R-4 occupancies shall be in accordance
with Sections 1207.11.1 through 1207.11.9.
Exceptions: 1. ESS listed and labeled in accordance with UL 9540 and marked "For use in residential dwelling
units", where installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and NFPA 70.
2. ESS rated less than 1 kWh (3.6 megajoules).
1207.11.1 Equipment listings. ESS shall be listed and labeled in accordance with UL 9540.
Exceptions: Not Adopted
1207.11.2.1 Spacing. Individual ESS units shall be separated from each other by at least three feet (914 mm) except
where smaller separation distances are documented to be adequate based on large-scale fire testing complying with
Section 1207.1.5.
1207.11.3 Location. ESS shall be installed only in the following locations:
1. Detached garages and detached accessory structures.
2. Attached garages separated from the dwelling unit living space and sleeping units in accordance with
Section 406.3.2 of the International Building Code.
3. Outdoors or on the exterior side of exterior walls located a minimum of three feet (914 mm) from doors
and windows directly entering the dwelling unit.
4. Enclosed utility closets, basements, storage or utility spaces within dwelling units and sleeping units with
finished or noncombustible walls and ceilings. Walls and ceilings of unfinished wood-framed construction
shall be provided with not less than 5/8 in. Type X gypsum wallboard.
ESS shall not be installed in sleeping rooms, or closets or spaces opening directly into sleeping rooms.
1207.11.4 Energy ratings. Individual ESS units shall have a maximum rating of 20 kWh. The aggregate rating of the
ESS shall not exceed:
1. 40 kWh within utility closets, basements, and storage or utility spaces.
2. 80 kWh in attached or detached garages and detached accessory structures.
3. 80 kWh on exterior walls.
4. 80 kWh outdoors on the ground.
ESS installations exceeding the permitted individual or aggregate ratings shall be installed in accordance
with Sections 1207.1 through 1207.9.
1207.11.6 Fire detection. ESS installed in Group R-3 and R-4 occupancies shall comply with the following:
1. Rooms and areas within dwelling units, sleeping units, basements and attached garages in which ESS are
installed shall be protected by smoke alarms in accordance with Section 907.2.11.
2. A listed heat alarm shall be installed in locations where smoke alarms cannot be installed based on their
listing.
1207.11.7 Protection from impact. ESS installed in a location subject to vehicle damage shall be protected by
approved barriers. Appliances in garages shall also be installed in accordance with Section 304.3 of the International
Mechanical Code.
1207.11.8 Ventilation. Indoor installations of ESS that include batteries that produce hydrogen or other flammable
gases during charging shall be provided with exhaust ventilation in accordance with Section 304.5 of the International
Mechanical Code.
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1207.11.9 Toxic and highly toxic gas. Model code section not adopted.
1207.11.10 Electric vehicle use. The temporary use of an owner or occupant's electric-powered vehicle to power a
dwelling unit or sleeping unit while parked in an attached or detached garage or outdoors shall comply with the
vehicle manufacturer's instructions and NFPA 70.
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2404.2.1 Prohibited enclosures for spray application operations. Inflatable or portable enclosures shall not be
used for spray application of flammable finishes.
EXCEPTION: Enclosures for the spray application of flammable finishes in marinas, dry docking areas, or
construction areas shall comply with Section 2404.3.5.
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2404.3.5 Membrane enclosures. The design, construction, protection, operation and maintenance of membrane
enclosures shall be in accordance with NFPA 33.
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3103.5 Use period. Temporary tents, air-supported, air-inflated or tensioned membrane structures are permitted to
be erected for a period of less than 180 days within a 12-month period on a single premises. Such structures erected
for 180 days or more within a 12-month period shall comply with the IBC.
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3303.1.1 Components of site safety plans. Site safety plans shall include the following as applicable:
1. Name and contact information of site safety director.
2. Documentation of the training of the site safety director and fire watch personnel.
3. Procedures for reporting emergencies.
4. Fire department vehicle access routes.
5. Location of fire protection equipment, including portable fire extinguishers, standpipes, fire department
connections, and fire hydrants.
6. Smoking and cooking policies, designated areas to be used where approved, and signage locations in
accordance with Section 3305.7.
7. Location and safety considerations for temporary heating equipment.
8. Hot work permit plan.
9. Plans for control of combustible waste material.
10. Locations and methods for storage and use of flammable and combustible liquids and other hazardous
materials.
11. Provisions for site security.
12. Changes that affect this plan.
13. Other site-specific information required by the fire code official.
3303.2.1 Training. Training of fire watch and other responsible personnel in the use of fire protection equipment
shall be the responsibility of the site safety director. Records of training shall be kept and made a part of the written
plan for the site safety plan.
3303.3 Daily fire safety inspection. The site safety director shall be responsible for completion of a daily fire safety
inspection at the project site. Each day, all building and outdoor areas shall be inspected to ensure compliance with
the inspection list in this section. The results of each inspection shall be documented and maintained on-site until a
certificate of occupancy has been issued. Documentation shall be immediately available on-site for presentation to
the fire code official upon request.
1. Any contractors entering the site to perform hot work each day have been instructed in the hot work safety
requirements in Chapter 35, and hot work is performed only in areas approved by the site safety director.
2. Temporary heating equipment is maintained away from combustible materials in accordance with the
equipment manufacturer's instructions.
3. Combustible debris, rubbish and waste material is removed from the building in areas where work is not being
performed.
4. Temporary wiring does not have exposed conductors.
5. Flammable liquids and other hazardous materials are stored in locations that have been approved by the site
safety director when not involved in work that is being performed.
6. Fire apparatus access roads required by Section 3307 are maintained clear of obstructions that reduce the
width of the usable roadway to less than 20 feet (6096 mm).
7. Fire hydrants are clearly visible from access roads and are not obstructed.
8. The location of fire department connections to standpipe and in-service sprinkler systems are clearly
identifiable from the access road and such connections are not obstructed.
9. Standpipe systems are in service and continuous to the highest work floor, as specified in Section 3307.5.
10. Portable fire extinguishers are available in locations required by Sections 3306.6 and 3305.10.2.
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3303.5 Fire watch. Where required by the fire code official or the site safety plan established in accordance with
Section 3303.1, a fire watch shall be provided for building demolition and for building construction.
EXCEPTION: New construction that is built under the International Residential Code.
3303.5.1 Fire watch during construction. A fire watch shall be provided during nonworking hours for new
construction that exceeds 40 feet (12,192 mm) in height above the lowest adjacent grade at any point along the
building perimeter, for new multistory construction with an aggregate area exceeding 50,000 square feet (4645 m)
per story or as required by the fire code official.
3303.5.2 Fire watch personnel. Fire watch personnel shall be provided in accordance with this section.
3303.5.2.1 Duties. The primary duty of fire watch personnel shall be to perform constant patrols and watch for the
occurrence of fire. The combination of fire watch duties and site security duties is acceptable.
3303.5.2.2 Training. Personnel shall be trained to serve as an on-site fire watch. Training shall include the use of
portable fire extinguishers. Fire extinguishers and fire reporting shall be in accordance with Sections 3303.6 and
3306.6.
3303.5.2.3 Means of notification. Fire watch personnel shall be provided with not fewer than one approved means
for notifying the fire department.
3303.5.3 Fire watch location and records. The fire watch shall include areas specified by the site safety plan
established in accordance with Section 3303.
3303.5.4 Fire watch records. Fire watch personnel shall keep a record of all time periods of duty, including the log
entry for each time the site was patrolled and each time a structure was entered and inspected. Records shall be
made available for review by the fire code official upon request.
3303.6 Emergency telephone. Emergency telephone facilities with ready access shall be provided in an approved
location at the construction site, or an approved equivalent means of communication shall be provided. The street
address of the construction site and the emergency telephone number of the fire department shall be posted
adjacent to the telephone. Alternatively, where an equivalent means of communication has been approved, the site
address and fire department emergency telephone number shall be posted at the main entrance to the site, in guard
shacks, and in the construction site office.
3304.1 Combustible debris, rubbish, and waste. Combustible debris, rubbish, and waste material shall comply
with the requirements of Sections 3304.1.1 through 3304.2.
3304.1.1 Combustible waste material accumulation. Combustible debris, rubbish, and waste material shall not be
accumulated within buildings.
3304.1.2 Combustible waste material removal. Combustible debris, rubbish, and waste material shall be removed
from buildings at the end of each shift of work.
3304.1.3 Rubbish containers. Where rubbish containers with a capacity exceeding 5.33 cubic feet (40 gallons)
(0.15 m) are used for temporary storage of combustible debris, rubbish, and waste material, they shall have tight-
fitting or self-closing lids. Such rubbish containers shall be constructed entirely of materials that comply with either of
the following:
1. Noncombustible materials.
2. Materials that meet a peak rate of heat release not exceeding 300 kW/m when tested in accordance with ASTM
E1354 at an incident heat flux of 50 kW/m in the horizontal orientation.
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3304.2 Spontaneous ignition. Materials susceptible to spontaneous ignition, such as oily rags, shall be stored in a
listed disposal container.
3305.1 Listed. Temporary heating devices shall be listed and labeled. The installation, maintenance and use of
temporary heating devices shall be in accordance with the listing and the manufacturer's instructions.
3305.1.1 Oil-fired heaters. Oil-fired heaters shall comply with Section 605.
3305.1.2 LP-gas heaters. Fuel supplies for liquefied-petroleum gas-fired heaters shall comply with Chapter 61 and
the International Fuel Gas Code.
3305.1.3 Refueling. Refueling operations for liquid-fueled equipment or appliances shall be conducted in
accordance with Section 5705. The equipment or appliance shall be allowed to cool prior to refueling.
3305.1.4 Installation. Clearance to combustibles from temporary heating devices shall be maintained in accordance
with the labeled equipment. When in operation, temporary heating devices shall be fixed in place and protected from
damage, dislodgement or overturning in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
3305.1.5 Supervision. The use of temporary heating devices shall be supervised and maintained only by competent
personnel.
3305.2 Smoking. Smoking shall be prohibited except in approved areas. Signs shall be posted in accordance with
Section 310. In approved areas where smoking is permitted, approved ashtrays shall be provided in accordance with
Section 310.
3305.5 Cutting and welding. Welding, cutting, open torches and other hot work operations and equipment shall
comply with Chapter 35.
3305.6 Electrical. Temporary wiring for electrical power and lighting installations used in connection with the
construction, alteration or demolition of buildings, structures, equipment or similar activities shall comply with NFPA
70.
3305.7 Cooking. Cooking shall be prohibited except in approved designated cooking areas separated from
combustible materials by a minimum of 10 feet (3048 mm). Signs with a minimum letter height of 3 inches (76 mm)
and a minimum brush stroke of 1/2 inch (13 mm) shall be posted in conspicuous locations in designated cooking
areas and state:
DESIGNATED COOKING AREA;
COOKING OUTSIDE OF A DESIGNATED AREA;
COOKING AREA IS PROHIBITED.
3305.8 Portable Generators. Portable generators used at construction and demolition sites shall comply with
Section 1204.
3305.9 Hot work operations. The site safety director shall ensure hot work operations and permit procedures are in
accordance with Chapter 35.
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3305.10 Safeguarding roof operations general. Roofing operations utilizing heat-producing systems or other
ignition sources shall be conducted in accordance with Sections 3305.10.1 and 3305.10.2 and Chapter 35.
3305.10.1 Asphalt and tar kettles. Asphalt and tar kettles shall be operated in accordance with Section 303.
3305.10.2 Fire extinguishers for roofing operations. Fire extinguishers shall comply with Section 906. There shall
be not less than one multiple-purpose portable fire extinguisher with a minimum 3-A 40-B:C rating on the roof being
covered or repaired.
3306.1 Fire protection devices. The site safety director shall ensure that all fire protection equipment is maintained
and serviced in accordance with this code. Fire protection equipment shall be inspected in accordance with the fire
protection program.
3306.2 Impairment of fire protection systems. The site safety director shall ensure impairments to any fire
protection system are in accordance with Section 901.
3306.3 Smoke detectors and smoke alarms. Smoke detectors and smoke alarms located in an area where
airborne construction dust is expected shall be covered to prevent exposure to dust or shall be temporarily removed.
Smoke detectors and alarms that were removed shall be replaced upon conclusion of dust-producing work. Smoke
detectors and smoke alarms that were covered shall be inspected and cleaned, as necessary, upon conclusion of
dust-producing work.
3306.4 Temporary covering of fire protection devices. Coverings placed on or over fire protection devices to
protect them from damage during construction processes shall be immediately removed upon the completion of the
construction processes in the room or area in which the devices are installed.
3306.5 Automatic sprinkler system. In buildings where an automatic sprinkler system is required by this code or
the International Building Code, it shall be unlawful to occupy any portion of a building or structure until the automatic
sprinkler system installation has been tested and approved, except as provided in Section 105.3.4.
3306.5.1 Operation of valves. Operation of sprinkler control valves shall be allowed only by properly authorized
personnel and shall be accompanied by notification of duly designated parties. Where the sprinkler protection is
being regularly turned off and on to facilitate connection of newly completed segments, the sprinkler control valves
shall be checked at the end of each work period to ascertain that protection is in service.
3306.6 Portable fire extinguishers. Structures under construction, alteration or demolition shall be provided with not
less than one approved portable fire extinguisher in accordance with Section 906 and sized for not less than ordinary
hazard as follows:
1. At each stairway on all floor levels where combustible materials have accumulated.
2. In every storage and construction shed.
3. Additional portable fire extinguishers shall be provided where special hazards exist including, but not limited to,
the storage and use of flammable and combustible liquids.
WAC 51-54A-3307 Fire Department Site Access and Water Supply
3307.1 Required access. Approved vehicle access for fire fighting shall be provided to all construction or demolition
sites. Vehicle access shall be provided to within 100 feet (30,480 mm) of temporary or permanent fire department
connections. Vehicle access shall be provided by either temporary or permanent roads, capable of supporting vehicle
loading under all weather conditions. Vehicle access shall be maintained until permanent fire apparatus access roads
are available
3307.1.1 Key boxes. Key boxes shall be provided as required by Chapter 5.
3307.1.2 Stairways required. Where building construction exceeds 40 feet (12,192 mm) in height above the lowest
level of fire department vehicle access, a temporary or permanent stairway shall be provided. As construction
progresses, such stairway shall be extended to within one floor of the highest point of construction having secured
decking or flooring.
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3307.1.3 Maintenance. Required means of egress and required accessible means of egress shall be maintained
during construction and demolition, remodeling or alterations and additions to any building.
EXEMPTION: Approved temporary means of egress and accessible means of egress systems and facilities.
3307.2 Water supply for fire protection. An approved water supply for fire protection, either temporary or
permanent, shall be made available as soon as combustible building materials arrive on the site, on commencement
of vertical combustible construction and on installation of a standpipe system in buildings under construction, in
accordance with Sections 3307.2.1 through 3307.4.
EXCEPTION: The fire code official is authorized to reduce the fire-flow requirements for isolated
buildings or a group of buildings in rural areas or small communities where the
development of full fire-flow requirements is impractical.
3307.2.1 Combustible building materials. When combustible building materials of the building under construction
are delivered to a site, a minimum fire flow of 500 gallons per minute (1893 L/m) shall be provided. The fire hydrant
used to provide this fire-flow supply shall be within 500 feet (152 m) of the combustible building materials, as
measured along an approved fire apparatus access lane. Where the site configuration is such that one fire hydrant
cannot be located within 500 feet (152 m) of all combustible building materials, additional fire hydrants shall be
required to provide coverage in accordance with this section.
3307.2.2 Vertical construction of Types III, IV, and V construction. Prior to commencement of vertical
construction of Type III, IV, or V buildings that utilize any combustible building materials, the fire flow required by
Sections 3307.2.2.1 through 3307.2.2.3 shall be provided, accompanied by fire hydrants in sufficient quantity to
deliver the required fire flow and proper coverage.
3307.2.2.1 Fire separation up to 30 feet. Where a building of Type III, IV, or V construction has a fire separation
distance of less than 30 feet (9144 mm) from property lot lines, and an adjacent property has an existing structure or
otherwise can be built on, the water supply shall provide either a minimum of 500 gallons per minute (1893 L/m) or
the entire fire flow required for the building when constructed, whichever is greater.
3307.2.2.2 Fire separation of 30 feet up to 60 feet. Where a building of Type III, IV, or V construction has a fire
separation distance of 30 feet (9144 mm) up to 60 feet (18,288 mm) from property lot lines, and an adjacent property
has an existing structure or otherwise can be built on, the water supply shall provide a minimum of 500 gallons per
minute (1893 L/m) or 50 percent of the fire flow required for the building when constructed, whichever is greater.
3307.2.2.3 Fire separation of 60 feet or greater. Where a building of Type III, IV, or V construction has a fire
separation of 60 feet (18,288 mm) or greater from a property lot line, a water supply of 500 gallons per minute (1893
L/m) shall be provided.
3307.3 Vertical construction, Type I and II construction. If combustible building materials are delivered to the
construction site, water supply in accordance with Section 3307.2.1 shall be provided. Additional water supply for fire
flow is not required prior to commencing vertical construction of Type I and II buildings.
3307.4 Standpipe supply. Regardless of the presence of combustible building materials, the construction type or
the fire separation distance, where a standpipe is required in accordance with Section 3307, a water supply providing
a minimum flow of 500 gallons per minute (1893 L/m) shall be provided. The fire hydrant used for this water supply
shall be located within 100 feet (30,480 mm) of the fire department connection supplying the standpipe.
3307.5 Standpipes. In buildings required to have standpipes by Section 905.3.1, not less than one standpipe shall
be provided for use during construction. Such standpipes shall be installed prior to construction exceeding 40 feet
(12,192 mm) in height above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access. Such standpipes shall be provided
with fire department hose connections at locations adjacent to stairways complying with Section 3307.1.3. As
construction progresses, such standpipes shall be extended to within one floor of the highest point of construction
having secured decking or flooring.
3307.5.1 Buildings being demolished. Where a building is being demolished and a standpipe is existing within
such a building, such standpipe shall be maintained in an operable condition so as to be available for use by the fire
department. Such standpipe shall be demolished with the building but shall not be demolished more than one floor
below the floor being demolished.
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3307.5.2 Detailed requirements. Standpipes shall be installed in accordance with the provisions of Section 905.
EXCEPTION: Standpipes shall be either temporary or permanent in nature, and with or without a water supply,
provided that such standpipes comply with the requirements of Section 905 as to capacity, outlets,
and materials.
3308.1 Conditions of use. Internal-combustion-powered construction equipment shall be used in accordance with
all of the following conditions:
1. Equipment shall be located so that exhausts do not discharge against combustible material.
2. Exhausts shall be piped to the outside of the building.
3. Equipment shall not be refueled while in operation.
4. Fuel for equipment shall be stored in an approved area outside of the building.
3309.1 Storage of flammable and combustible liquids. Storage of flammable and combustible liquids shall be in
accordance with Section 5704.
3309.1.1 Class I and Class II liquids. The storage, use and handling of flammable and combustible liquids at
construction sites shall be in accordance with Section 5706.2. Ventilation shall be provided for operations involving
the application of materials containing flammable solvents.
3309.1.2 Housekeeping. Flammable and combustible liquid storage areas shall be maintained clear of combustible
vegetation and waste materials. Such storage areas shall not be used for the storage of combustible materials.
3309.1.3 Precautions against fire. Sources of ignition and smoking shall be prohibited in flammable and
combustible liquid storage areas. Signs shall be posted in accordance with Section 310.
3309.1.4 Handling at point of final use. Class I and II liquids shall be kept in approved safety containers.
3309.1.5 Leakage and spills. Leaking vessels shall be immediately repaired or taken out of service and spills shall
be cleaned up and disposed of properly.
3309.2 Storage and handling of flammable gas. The storage, use, and handling of flammable gases shall comply
with Chapter 58.
3309.2.1 Cleaning with flammable gas. Flammable gases shall not be used to clean or remove debris from piping
open to the atmosphere.
3309.2.2 Pipe cleaning and purging. The cleaning and purging of flammable gas piping systems, including cleaning
new or existing piping systems, purging piping systems into service and purging piping systems out of service, shall
comply with NFPA 56.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Compressed gas piping systems other than fuel gas piping systems where in accordance with
Chapter 53.
2. Piping systems regulated by the International Fuel Gas Code.
3. Liquefied petroleum gas systems in accordance with Chapter 61.
3309.3 Storage and handling. Explosive materials shall be stored, used and handled in accordance with Chapter
56.
3309.3.1 Supervision. Blasting operations shall be conducted in accordance with Chapter 56.
3309.3.2 Demolition using explosives. Approved fire hoses for use by demolition personnel shall be maintained at
the demolition site wherever explosives are used for demolition. Such fire hoses shall be connected to an approved
water supply and shall be capable of being brought to bear on post-detonation fires anywhere on the site of the
demolition operation.
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3310.1 Storage. Combustible materials associated with construction, demolition, remodeling or alterations to an
occupied structure shall not be stored in exits, enclosures for stairways and ramps, or exit access corridors serving
an occupant load of 30 or more.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Where the only occupants are construction workers.
2. Combustible materials that are temporarily accumulated to support work being performed when
workers are present.
3311.1 Separations between construction areas. Separations used in Type I and Type II construction to separate
construction areas from occupied portions of the building shall be constructed of materials that comply with one of
the following:
1. Noncombustible materials.
2. Materials that exhibit a flame spread index not exceeding 25 when tested in accordance with ASTM E84 or
UL 723.
3. Materials exhibiting a peak heat release rate not exceeding 300 kW/m when tested in accordance with
ASTM E1354 at an incident heat flux of 50 kW/m in the horizontal orientation on specimens at the thickness
intended for use.
3312.1 Fire safety requirements for buildings of Types IV-A, IV-B, and IV-C construction. Buildings of Types IV-
A, IV-B, and IV-C construction designed to be greater than six stories above grade plane shall comply with the
following requirements during construction unless otherwise approved by the fire code official:
1. Standpipes shall be provided in accordance with Section 3307.
2. A water supply for fire department operations, as approved by the fire code official and the fire chief.
3. Where building construction exceeds six stories above grade plane and noncombustible protection is required
by Section 602.4 of the International Building Code, at least one layer of noncombustible protection shall be
installed on all building elements on floor levels, including mezzanines, more than four levels below active mass
timber construction before additional floor levels can be erected.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Shafts and vertical exit enclosures shall not be considered part of the active mass timber
construction.
2. Noncombustible protection on the top surface of mass timber floor assemblies shall not be
required before erecting additional floor levels.
4. Where building construction exceeds six stories above grade plane, required exterior wall
coverings shall be installed on floor levels, including mezzanines, more than four levels below active
mass timber construction before additional floor levels can be erected.
EXCEPTION: Shafts and vertical exit enclosures shall not be considered part of the active mass timber
construction.
WAC 51-54A-3313 Water supply for fire protection. This section is not adopted.
WAC 51-54A-3314 Standpipes. This section is not adopted.
WAC 51-54A-3315 Automatic sprinkler system. This section is not
WAC 51-54A-3316 Portable fire extinguishers. This section is not adopted.
WAC 51-54A-3317 Motorized construction equipment. This section is not adopted.
WAC 51-54A-3318 Safeguarding roofing operations. This section is not adopted.
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3601.3 Permits. For permits to operate marine motor fuel-dispensing stations, application of flammable or
combustible finishes, and hot works, see Section 105.5.
3602.1 Definitions. The following terms are defined in Chapter 2:
COVERED BOAT MOORAGE
FLOAT
GRAVITY-OPERATED DROP OUT VENTS
MARINA
PIER
VESSEL
WHARF
3604.2 Standpipes. Marinas and boatyards shall be equipped throughout with Class I manual, dry standpipe
systems in accordance with NFPA 303. Systems shall be provided with hose connections located such that no point
on the marina pier or float system exceeds 150 feet from a standpipe outlet.
3604.3 Access and water supply. Piers and wharves shall be provided with fire apparatus access roads and water-
supply systems with on-site fire hydrants when required and approved by the fire code official. At least one fire
hydrant capable of providing the required fire flow shall be provided within an approved distance of standpipe supply
connections.
3604.4 Portable fire extinguishers. One 4-A:40:BC rated fire extinguisher shall be provided at each standpipe hose
connection. Additional portable fire extinguishers, suitable for the hazards involved, shall be provided and maintained
in accordance with Section 906.
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3604.7 Smoke and heat vents. Approved automatic smoke and heat vents shall be provided in covered boat
moorage areas exceeding 2,500 sq. ft. (232 m2) in area, excluding roof overhangs.
EXCEPTION: Smoke and heat vents are not required in areas protected by automatic sprinklers.
3604.7.1 Design and installation. Where smoke and heat vents are required they shall be installed near the roof
peak, evenly distributed and arranged so that at least one vent is over each covered berth. The effective vent area
shall be calculated using a ratio of one square foot of vent to every fifteen square feet of covered berth area (1:15).
Each vent shall provide a minimum opening size of 4 ft. x 4 ft.
3604.7.1.1 Smoke and heat vents. Smoke and heat vents shall operate automatically by actuation of a heat-
responsive device rated at 100ºF (56ºC) above ambient.
EXCEPTION: Gravity-operated drop out vents.
3604.7.1.2 Gravity-operated drop out vents. Gravity-operated drop out vents shall fully open within 5 minutes after
the vent cavity is exposed to a simulated fire represented by a time-temperature gradient that reaches an air
temperature of 500ºF (260ºC) within 5 minutes.
3604.8 Draft curtains. Draft curtains shall be provided in covered boat moorage areas exceeding 2,500 sq. ft. (232
m2) in area, excluding roof overhangs.
EXCEPTION: Draft curtains are not required in areas protected by automatic sprinklers.
3604.8.1 Draft curtain construction. Draft curtains shall be constructed of sheet metal, gypsum board or other
approved materials that provide equivalent performance to resist the passage of smoke. Joints and connections shall
be smoke tight.
3604.8.2 Draft curtain location and depth. The maximum area protected by draft curtains shall not exceed 2,000
sq. ft. (186 m2) or two slips or berths, whichever is smaller. Draft curtains shall not extend past the piling line. Draft
curtains shall have a minimum depth of 4 feet and shall not extend closer than 8 feet (2438 mm) to the walking
surface of the pier.
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WAC 51-54A-4900 Fixed guideway transit and passenger rail systems.
4901 Scope NFPA 130.
4901.1 General. Fixed guideway transit and passenger rail systems shall be in accordance with NFPA 130, as
modified below.
4901.2 NFPA 130 Section 3.3.44.2. Add new definition as follows:
3.3.44.2 Traction power sub station (TPSS): A TPSS is an electrical substation consisting of switchgear
transformers/rectifiers, emergency trip equipment, and other systems that converts AC electric power provided by the
electrical power industry for public utility service to DC voltage to supply light rail vehicles with traction current.
4901.3 NFPA 130 Section 5.4.4 Modify NFPA 130 Sections 5.4.4.1 and 5.4.4.1.1 to read as follows:
5.4.4.1 An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout enclosed stations.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Traction power substation (TPSS) when located in a transformer vault designed in accordance
with the NFPA 70.
2. Other high voltage equipment located in a transformer vault designed in accordance with the
NFPA 70 when approved by the fire code official.
3. Fire command centers, communication room(s), and signal rooms when protected with clean
agent fire suppression and separated from other spaces with 2-hour fire rated construction.
4. Other operational critical rooms when protected with clean agent fire suppression and separated
from other spaces with 2-hour fire rated construction, when approved by the fire code official.
5.4.4.1.1 An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in areas of open stations used for concessions,
markets, storage areas and similar areas with combustible loadings, and in trash rooms, electrical rooms,
mechanical rooms, machinery rooms, communication rooms, and other enclosed rooms.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Stations at grade with less than 1,500 sq. ft. of ancillary area/ancillary space.
2. Fire command centers, communication room(s), and signal rooms when protected with clean
agent fire suppression and separated from other spaces with 2-hour fire rated construction.
3. Other operational critical rooms when protected with clean agent fire suppression and separated
from other spaces with 2-hour fire rated construction, when approved by the fire code official.
5.4.4.2 Sprinkler protection shall be permitted to be omitted in areas of open stations separated from the station
by a distance of 20 feet.
4901.4 NFPA 130 Section 5.4.5. Modify NFPA 130 Sections 5.4.5.1 as follows:
5.4.5.1 Class I standpipes shall be installed in enclosed stations in accordance with International Fire Code
Section 905 except as modified herein.
4901.5 NFPA 130 Section 5.4.6. Modify NFPA 130 Sections 5.4.6 as follows:
5.4.6 Portable fire extinguishers in such number, size, type, and location in accordance with the International Fire
Code Section 906.
5.4.6.1 Portable fire extinguishers are not required in public areas of at-grade stations.
4901.6 NFPA 130 Section 5.2.2. Modify NFPA 130 Section 5.2.2.2 as follows:
5.2.2.2 Construction types shall conform to the requirements in the International Building Code, Chapter 6, unless
otherwise exempted in this section.
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Table 5.2.2.1
Minimum Construction Requirements for New Station Structures
Station Configuration Construction
Type†
Stations erected entirely above grade and in a
separate building:
Open stations Type IIB
Enclosed stations Type IIA
Stations erected entirely or partially below grade:
Open above grade portions of
below grade structures*
Type IIA
Below grade portions of
structures
Type IB
Below grade structures with
occupant loads exceeding 1000
Type IA
* Roofs not supporting an occupancy above are not required to have a fire resistance rating.
† Construction types are in accordance with the International Building Code.
4901.7 NFPA 130 Section 5.2.2. Modify NFPA 130 Section 5.2.4.3 as follows:
5.2.4.3 Ancillary spaces. Fire resistance ratings of separations between ancillary occupancies shall be
established as required for accessory occupancies and incidental uses by the International Building Code and in
accordance with ASTM E119 and ANSI/UL 263.
4901.8 NFPA 130 Section 5.2.5. Modify NFPA 130 Section 5.2.5.4 as follows:
5.2.5.4 Materials used as interior finish in open stations shall comply with the requirements of the International
Building Code, Chapter 8.
4901.9 NFPA 130 Section 5.3.1. Modify NFPA 130 Section 5.3.1.1 as follows:
5.3.1.1 The provisions for means of egress for a station shall comply with the International Building Code, Chapter
10, except as herein modified.
4901.10 NFPA 130 Section 5.3.2. Add a New Section to NFPA 130 Section 5.3.2.2.1 as follows:
5.3.2.2.1 Where station occupancy is anticipated to be greater than design capacity during a major event the
operating agency shall initiate approved measures to restrict access to the station, when required by the fire code
official, to ensure existing means of egress are adequate as an alternative to account for peak ridership
associated with major events.
4901.11 NFPA 130 Section 5.3.4. Modify NFPA 130 Section 5.3.2.4(1) as follows:
1. The occupant load for that area shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of the International
Building Code as appropriate for the use.
4901.12 NFPA 130 Section 5.3.3. Modify NFPA 130 Section 5.3.3.4 as follows:
5.3.3.4 Travel distance. For open stations the maximum travel distance on the platform to a point at which a
means of egress route leaves the platform shall not exceed 100 m (325 ft.). For enclosed stations the travel
distance to an exit shall not exceed 76 m (250 ft.).
4901.13 NFPA 130 Section 5.3.5. Modify NFPA 130 Section 5.3.5.3(2) as follows:
2.* Travel speed - 14.6 m/min (48 ft./min) (indicates vertical component of travel speed).
5.3.2.4 Where an area within a station is intended for use by other than passengers or employees, the following
parameters shall apply:
1. The occupant load for that area shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of the IBC NFPA
101 as appropriate for the use.
2. The additional occupant load shall be included in determining the required egress from that area.
3. The additional occupant load shall be permitted to be omitted from the station occupant load where the
area has independent means of egress of sufficient number and capacity.
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5.3.3.4 Travel distance. For open stations the maximum travel distance on the platform to a point at which a means
of egress route leaves the platform shall not exceed 100 m (325 ft.). For enclosed stations the travel distance to an
exit shall not exceed 76 m (250 ft.).
5.3.5.4 Escalators shall not account for more than one-half of the egress capacity at any one level.
4901.14 NFPA 130 Section 5.3.5. Delete NFPA 130 Section 5.3.5.5.
4901.15 NFPA 130 Section 5.3.7. Modify NFPA 130 Section 5.3.7 as follows:
5.3.7* Doors, gates, security grilles and exit hatches.
5.3.7.1 The egress capacity for doors and gates in a means of egress serving public areas shall be computed
as follows:
1. Sixty people per minute (p/min) for single leaf doors and gates.
2.* 0.0819 p/mm-min (2.08 p/in.-min) for biparting multileaf doors and gates measured for the clear width
dimension.
5.3.7.2.1 Security grilles are allowed when designed and operated in accordance with the International
Building Code.
4901.16 NFPA 130 Section 5.3.9. Modify NFPA 130 Section 5.3.9 as follows:
5.3.9* Horizontal exits. Horizontal exits shall comply with the International Building Code Section 1026.
4901.17 NFPA 130 Section 5.3.11. Modify NFPA 130 Section 5.3.11 as follows:
5.3.11.1 Illumination of the means of egress in stations, including escalators that are considered a means of
egress, shall be in accordance with the International Building Code Section 1008.
5.3.11.2 Means of egress, including escalators considered as means of egress, shall be provided with a system
of emergency lighting in accordance with the International Building Code Section 1008.
4901.18 NFPA 130 Section 5.4.7. Modify NFPA 130 Section 5.4.7 as follows:
5.4.7 Emergency ventilation shall be provided in enclosed stations in accordance with Chapter 7 and the
International Building Code Section 909.
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5306.1 General. Compressed gases at hospitals and similar facilities intended for inhalation or sedation including,
but not limited to, analgesia systems for dentistry, podiatry, veterinary and similar uses shall comply with Sections
5306.2 through 5306.5 in addition to other requirements of this chapter.
EXCEPTION: All new distribution piping, supply manifolds, connections, regulators, valves, alarms, sensors and
associated equipment shall be in accordance with the Plumbing Code.
5306.5 Medical gas systems. The maintenance and testing of medical gas systems including, but not limited to,
distribution piping, supply manifolds, connections, pressure regulators and relief devices and valves, shall comply
with the maintenance and testing requirements of NFPA 99 and the general provisions of this chapter.
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5601.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall govern the possession, manufacture, storage, handling, sale and
use of explosives, explosive materials, and small arms ammunition. The manufacture, storage, handling, sale and
use of fireworks shall be governed by chapter 70.77 RCW, and by chapter 212-17 WAC and local ordinances
consistent with chapter 212-17 WAC.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. The Armed Forces of the United States, Coast Guard or National Guard.
2. Explosives in forms prescribed by the official United States Pharmacopoeia.
3. The possession, storage and use of small arms ammunition when packaged in accordance with
DOT packaging requirements.
4. The possession, storage and use of not more than 1 pound (0.454 kg) of commercially
manufactured sporting black powder, 20 pounds (9 kg) of smokeless powder and 10,000 small arms
primers for hand loading of small arms ammunition for personal consumption.
5. The use of explosive materials by federal, state and local regulatory, law enforcement and fire
agencies acting in their official capacities.
6. Special industrial explosive devices which in the aggregate contain less than 50 pounds (23 kg) of
explosive materials.
7. The possession, storage and use of blank industrial-power load cartridges when packaged in
accordance with DOT packaging regulations.
8. Transportation in accordance with DOT 49 C.F.R. Parts 100-185.
9. Items preempted by federal regulations.
5601.1.1 Explosive material standard. In addition to the requirements of this chapter, NFPA 495 shall govern the
manufacture, transportation, storage, sale, handling and use of explosive materials. See also chapter 70.74 RCW
and chapter 296-52 WAC.
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5704.2.11 Underground tanks. Underground storage of flammable and combustible liquids in tanks shall comply
with Section 5704.2 and Sections 5704.2.11.1 through 5704.2.11.4.2. Corrosion protection shall comply with
WAC 173-360-305.
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5706.5.4.5 Commercial, industrial, governmental or manufacturing. Dispensing of Class II and III motor vehicle
fuel from tank vehicles into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles located at commercial, industrial, governmental or
manufacturing establishments is allowed where permitted, provided such dispensing operations are conducted in
accordance with the following: (Those sections not noted here remain unchanged.)
12. Fuel delivery vehicles shall be equipped with spill clean-up supplies in accordance with the department of
ecology's Source Control Best Management Practices. Such supplies shall be readily available for deployment by the
operator at all times and include nonwater absorbents capable of absorbing 15 gallons (56.76 L) of diesel fuel, storm
drain plug or cover kit, a nonwater absorbent containment boom of a minimum 10 foot long (3038 mm) length with a
12-gallon (45.41 L) absorbent capacity, a nonmetallic shovel, and two 5-gallon (19 L) buckets with lids.
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5707.1 General. On-demand mobile fueling operations that dispense Class I, II and III liquids into the fuel tanks of
motor vehicles shall comply with Sections 5707.1 through 5707.6.6.
EXCEPTION: Fueling from an approved portable container in cases of an emergency or for personal use.
5707.1.1 Approval required. Mobile fueling operations shall not be conducted without first obtaining a permit and
approval from the fire code official. Mobile fueling operations shall occur only at approved locations. The fire code
official is authorized to approve individual locations or geographic areas where mobile fueling is allowed.
5707.1.2 Coordination of permits. Permits across multiple authorities having jurisdiction shall be coordinated in
accordance with Sections 5707.1.2.1 through 5707.1.2.4.
5707.1.2.1 Acceptance of permits issued by other authorities having jurisdiction. Local authorities having
jurisdiction that allow mobile on demand fueling trucks may accept conforming permits issued and/or inspections
performed by any other local authorities having jurisdiction in Washington state. Local authorities having jurisdiction
that choose to accept conforming permits issued by other local authorities having jurisdiction in Washington state
retain the right to enforce the provisions of this section.
5707.1.2.2 Local authorities having jurisdiction not offering operator or truck certification. A conforming
operator or vehicle permit issued by one local authority having jurisdiction shall be recognized and accepted by all
local authorities having jurisdiction in Washington state, if those local authority having jurisdictions allow mobile on-
demand fueling and do not offer such operator or truck certification. Under no circumstances will an issuing local
authority having jurisdiction be expected to perform permissive inspections beyond their jurisdiction.
5707.1.2.3 Commencing permit issuance. When a local authority having jurisdiction that has previously authorized
mobile fueling operations but not issued their own permits commences permit issuance for mobile fueling operations
or vehicles, that local authority having jurisdiction shall continue to accept permits previously issued by another local
authority having jurisdiction in Washington state for three months or until their expiration date, whichever is sooner.
5707.1.2.4 Permit record maintenance. Issuing local authorities having jurisdiction shall maintain a publicly
available list of current permits or other information source to enable all parties to have information about
whether permits are in good standing.
5707.2 Mobile fueling vehicle. An on-demand mobile fueling vehicle shall be utilized in on-demand fueling
operations for the dispensing of Class I, II or III liquids into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles and shall comply with
Sections 5707.2.1 and 5707.2.2.
5707.2.1 Mobile fueling vehicle classifications. An on-demand mobile fueling vehicle shall be classified as one of
the following:
1. Type 1 Mobile Fueling Vehicle - A tank vehicle that complies with NFPA 385 and that has chassis-mounted
tanks where the aggregate capacity does not exceed 1600 gallons (6057 L).
2. Type 2 Mobile Fueling Vehicle - A vehicle with one or more chassis-mounted tanks or chassis-mounted
containers, not to exceed 110 gallons (415 L) capacity for each tank or container and having an aggregate
capacity not exceeding 800 gallons (3028 L) or the weight capacity of the vehicle in accordance with DOTn.
3. Type 3 Mobile Fueling Vehicle - A vehicle that carries a maximum aggregate capacity of 60 gallons (227 L) of
motor fuel in metal safety cans listed in accordance with UL 30 or other approved metal containers, each not to
exceed 5 gallons (19 L) in capacity.
5707.2.2 Mobile fueling vehicle requirements. Each mobile fueling vehicle shall comply with all local, state and
federal requirements, and the following:
1. Mobile fueling vehicles with a chassis-mounted tank in excess of 110 gallons (415 L) shall also comply with the
requirements of Section 5706.6 and NFPA 385.
2. The mobile fueling vehicle and its equipment shall be maintained in good repair.
3. Safety cans and approved metal containers shall be secured to the mobile fueling vehicle except when in use.
4. Fueling a motor vehicle from tanks or containers mounted in a trailer connected to a mobile fueling vehicle shall
be prohibited.
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5707.3 Required documents. Documents developed to comply with Sections 5707.3.1 through 5707.3.3 shall be
updated as necessary by the owner of the mobile fueling operation and shall be maintained in compliance with
Section 108.3.
5707.3.1 Safety and emergency response plan. Mobile fueling operators shall have an approved written safety and
emergency response plan that establishes policies and procedures for fire safety, spill prevention and control,
personnel training and compliance with other applicable requirements of this code. The safety and emergency
response plan shall specifically address and require that all operators assess surroundings prior to fueling to
consider the presence of items listed in Section 5707.3.3.
5707.3.2 Training records. Mobile fueling vehicles shall be operated only by designated personnel who are trained
on proper fueling procedures and the safety and emergency response plan. Training records of operators shall be
maintained.
5707.3.3 Site plan. Where required by the fire code official, a site plan shall be developed for each location or area
at which mobile fueling occurs. The site plan shall be in sufficient detail to indicate but not be limited to the following:
1. All buildings, structures.
2. Lot lines or property lines.
3. Electric car chargers.
4. Solar photovoltaic parking lot canopies.
5. Appurtenances on-site and their use or function.
6. All uses adjacent to the lot lines of the site.
7. Fueling locations.
8. Locations of all storm drain openings and adjacent waterways or wetlands.
9. Information regarding slope, natural drainage, curbing, and impounding.
10. How a spill will be kept on the site property.
11. Scale of the site plan.
5707.3.4 Tiered sites. Where a site permitting process is required by the local jurisdiction, a site shall be designated
by the fire code official to be one of the following and based on local provisions as necessitated by zoning laws,
environmental laws, public safety, and other characteristics.
5707.3.4.1 Tier 1 sites. Sites that do not present atypical geographic, safety or environmental concerns shall be
provided expedited permitting review and shall allow permit issuance prior to site inspection. The fire code official
may impose additional conditions and may perform a site inspection during the period of permit validity.
5707.3.4.2 Tier 2 sites. Sites that require an inspection shall be approved by the fire code official prior
to permit issuance.
5707.4 Mobile fueling areas. During fueling, the mobile fueling vehicle and point of connection of the vehicle being
fueled shall not be located on public streets, public ways or inside buildings. Fueling on the roof level of parking
structures or other buildings is prohibited.
5707.4.1 Separation. During fueling, the point of connection of the vehicle being fueled shall not take place within 25
feet (7620 mm) of buildings, lot lines, property lines or combustible storage. Mobile fueling vehicles shall not park
within 10 feet (3048 mm) of buildings, lot lines, property lines or combustible storage.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. The fire code official shall be authorized to decrease the separation distance for dispensing from
metal safety cans or other approved metal containers in accordance with Section 5707.2.
2. The point of fueling shall not take place within 10 feet (3048 mm) of buildings, lot lines, property
lines or combustible storage when the mobile fueling vehicle has an approved vapor recovery
system or is servicing vehicles with on board refueling vapor recovery.
Where dispensing operations occur within 15 feet (4572 mm) of a storm drain, an approved storm drain cover or
an approved equivalent method that will prevent any fuel from reaching the drain shall be used.
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5707.4.2 Sources of ignition. Smoking, open flames and other sources of ignition shall be prohibited within 25 feet
(7620 mm) of fuel dispensing activities. Signs prohibiting smoking or open flames within 25 feet (7620 mm) of the
vehicle or the point of fueling shall be prominently posted on the mobile fueling vehicle. The engines of vehicles
being fueled shall be shut off during fueling.
5707.4.3 Electrical equipment. Mobile fueling shall not occur within 20 feet of electrical equipment located within 18
inches of the ground unless such electrical equipment is rated for Class 1, Division 2 hazardous locations in
accordance with NFPA 70.
5707.5 Equipment. Mobile fueling equipment shall comply with Sections 5707.5.1 through 5707.5.5.
5707.5.1 Dispensing hoses and nozzles. Where equipped, the dispensing hose shall not exceed 50 feet (15240
mm) in length. The dispensing nozzles and hoses shall be of an approved and listed type. Where metal-to-metal
contact cannot be made between the nozzle and the fuel fill opening, then a means for bonding the mobile fueling
vehicle to the motor vehicle shall be provided and employed during fueling operations.
5707.5.2 Break-away device. A listed break-away device shall be provided at the nozzle.
EXCEPTION: Mobile fueling vehicles equipped with an approved brake interlock tied to the nozzle holder that
prohibits movement of the mobile fueling vehicle when the nozzle is removed from its holder or tied
to the delivery of fuel that prevents activation of the pumping system.
5707.5.3 Shut-off valve and fuel limit. Mobile fueling vehicles shall be equipped with a listed shut-off valve
assembly and a fuel limit switch set to a maximum of 30 gallons (116 L).
5707.5.4 Fire extinguisher. An approved portable fire extinguisher complying with Section 906 with a minimum
rating of 4A:80-B:C shall be provided on the mobile fueling vehicle with signage clearly indicating its location.
5707.5.5 Spill kit. Mobile fueling vehicles shall contain a minimum 5 gallon (19 L) spill kit of an approved type.
5707.6 Operations. Mobile fueling vehicles shall be constantly attended during fueling operations with brakes set
and warning lights in operation. Mobile fueling vehicles shall not obstruct emergency vehicle access roads.
5707.6.1 Dispensing hose. Where equipped, mobile fueling vehicles shall be positioned in a manner to preclude
traffic from driving over the dispensing hose. The dispensing hose shall be properly placed on an approved reel or in
an approved compartment prior to moving the mobile fueling vehicle.
5707.6.2 Drip control. Operators shall place a drip pan or an absorbent pillow under the nozzle and each fuel fill
opening prior to and during dispensing operations to catch drips.
5707.6.3 Safety cones. Safety cones or other visual barriers shall be employed as warning devices to highlight the
vehicle fueling area. Signs prohibiting smoking or open flames within 25 feet (7620 mm) shall be prominently posted
in the vehicle fueling area.
5707.6.4 Vehicle lights. The mobile fueling vehicle flasher lights shall be in operation while dispensing operations
are in progress.
5707.6.5 Nighttime deliveries. Nighttime deliveries shall only be made in areas adequately lighted per WAC 296-
800-21005.
5707.6.6 Spill reporting. Spills shall be reported in accordance with Section 5003.3.1.
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6108.1 General. Storage, handling and transportation of liquefied petroleum gas (LP-gas) and the installation of LP-
gas equipment pertinent to systems for such uses shall comply with this chapter and NFPA 58. Properties of LP-gas
shall be determined in accordance with Appendix B of NFPA 58.
EXCEPTION: The use and storage of listed propane fired barbeque grills on R-2 decks and balconies with an
approved container not exceeding a water capacity of 20 pounds (9 kg) that maintain a minimum
clearance of 18 inches on all sides, unless listed for lesser clearances.
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Referenced Standards
NFPA 13-19: Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems (except 9.3.6.3(5)) . . . .903.3.1.1,
903.3.2, 903.3.8.2, 903.3.8.5, 904.13, 905.3.4, 907.6.4, 914.3.2, 1019.3, 1103.4.8, 3201.1, 3204.2, 3205.5, Table
3206.2, 3206.4.1, 3206.10, 3207.2, 3207.2.1, 3208.2.2, 3208.2.2.1, 3208.4, 3210.1, 3401.1, 5104.1, 5104.1.1,
5106.5.7, 5704.3.3.9, Table 5704.3.6.3(7), 5704.3.7.5.1, 5704.3.8.4
NFPA 33 Membrane Enclosures . . . .2404.3.5
NFPA 96-21 Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations . . . . 606.2,
606.3, 904.13
NFPA 130-20 Standard for Fixed Guideway Transit and Passenger Rail Systems . . . . 4901.1
UL 142A-2018: Special Purpose Above ground Tanks for Specific Flammable or Combustible Liquids . . . .605.4
UL 2272-2016: Electrical Systems for Personal E-Mobility Devices
UL 2849-2020: Electrical Systems for eBikes
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THE VILLAGE OF OAK BROOK FIRE DEPARTMENT
OPEN BURNING PERMIT APPLICATION
A permit is required in Oak Brook for open burning for all fires with the exception
of cooking fires and leaf burning.
Applicants Name
Agency
Address
P.O. Box
City, State, Zip
Mailing Address
(If different than above)
Phone Number
PURPOSE (Please mark the intended purpose for burning.)
( ) Bonfire
( ) Commercial
( ) Wildland Mgmt. for Designated Agencies
NOTE: For wildland management a burn plan and maps of the area mus t be
attached. The burn plan needs to include the number of people in each burn site
and what their fire certifications are. The minimum/maximum temperature,
humidity, and wind speed conditions under which the burn will take place. (Also
see attached wildland burn procedures.)
Description of Burn Site(s)
Location of Burn Site(s)
Cell Phone number of on-site burn incident commander
Applicant Signature Fire Dept. Approval Signature
THE VILLAGE OF OAK BROOK FIRE DEPARTMENT
BONFIRE PROCEDURES
x A permit is required in Oak Brook for open burning for all fires with the
exception of cooking fires and leaf burning.
x The burn site shall be the minimum size for the intended purpose and will
never be more than five feet by five feet by five feet (W x L x H).
x The location for any open burning shall not be less than 50 feet from any
structure, and provisions should be made to prevent the fire from
spreading to within 50 feet of any structure (e.g. garden hose extended
within 10 feet of burn site).
x All combustibles must be natural landscape waste. No trash or
accelerants (e.g. gasoline, etc.) are allowed.
x A competent person must constantly attend the fire until such fire is
extinguished.
x The Fire Department must be notified two hours prior to starting the open
burn even when a permit has been issued. The number to call is 630-
368-5201.
x All open burning shall be extinguished by sunset, with the exception of
ceremonial bonfires or cooking fires.
x The Fire Chief and all authorized personnel may prohibit any or all
open burns when atmospheric conditions or local circumstances
make such fires hazardous, offensive or objectionable.
x Upon receipt of a complaint regarding open burning, fire units will
respond to the location of the fire and facilitate extinguishment.
THE VILLAGE OF OAK BROOK FIRE DEPARTMENT
WILDLAND BURN PROCEDURES
x The Fire Department must be notified two hours prior to starting the open
burn even when a permit has been issued. The number to call is 630-
368-5201.
x All wildland burning shall be extinguished by sunset.
x The Fire Department shall be notified immediately if conditions develop
that exceed the extinguishment capabilities the on site burn crews.
x The weather forecast must be obtained one hour prior to the burn and
must be within the following parameters:
Minimum Maximum
a. Wind Speed 5 mph 15 mph
b. Relative Humidity 35 75
c. Temperature 35 75
d.The prevailing wind cannot be such that smoke will enter
residential areas and/or roadways.
x For burns larger than 2 acres, an ATV pumper shall be on site as well as
at least 100-150 gallons of water with a pump and hose on a mobile
vehicle capable of off road driving. For larger acreage burns there shall
be no less than 100-150 gallons of water, per 10 acre area (e.g. 40 acres
requires 4 pumpers and 1 ATV).
x No more than two burn sites shall be burning simultaneously.
x The incident commander shall carry a cell phone and provide the number
to the Fire Department two hours prior to the burn.
x The Fire Chief and all authorized personnel may prohibit any or all open
burns when atmospheric conditions or local circumstances make such
fires hazardous, offensive or objectionable.
x Upon receipt of a complaint regarding open burning, fire units will
respond to the location of the fire and facilitate extinguishment.
x Only firefighters certified in wildland burn management may participate
in a wildland burn, and must wear the appropriate level of protective
clothing.
x The burn plan approved by the Fire Department, as part of the permit
process must be followed.
x Burn plans must include provisions to prevent smoke from accumulating
on roadways and residential areas and/or creating visibility or health
problems.
x Burns that do not comply with all of the above are prohibited.