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(a) The 2012 edition of the International Fire Code, including appendix chapters listed in subsection(b) below,published by the International Code Council is hereby designated and shall be known as the Seward Fire Code, and shall constitute the laws of the city related to fire prevention. Although not published in full in this section, all of the provisions of the International Fire Code and the appendices cited shall be and are hereby adopted by reference to the same extent as if set forth in full herein, except to the extent that the International Fire Code is amended by or in conflict with this code or any relevant ordinance later adopted, in which case the provisions of this code shall apply. (b) The following revisions are made to the International Fire Code 2012 edition,hereinafter sometimes referred to as IFC in its application as the Seward Fire Code. 1. The IFC Chapters 12-19, 37-49 and 68-79 are reserved. Chapters 1-11, 20-36, 50-67, 80 and Appendices B-D, and I (2012 edition) are adopted by reference to regulate all occupancies and buildings for the safeguarding of life and property from the hazards of fire and explosion arising from the storage, handling and use of hazardous substances, materials, and devices, and from other conditions hazardous to life and property, with the following revisions: 2. *The IFC is revised by deleting all the references to the "ICC Electrical Code or NFPA 70" and replacing them with"Electrical Code as adopted by 8 AAC 70.025, as amended as of September 27, 2008 and as amended from time to time." 3. *The IFC is revised by deleting all the references, with the exception of chapters 6 and 7 of the "International Fuel Gas Code" and all references in the "International Plumbing Code" and replacing them with "Plumbing Code as adopted by 8 AAC 63.010, as amended as of February 23, 2011 and as amended from time to time." 4. Chapter 1, Section 105.6, (Required operational permits) is revised by deleting all operational permits except for: 105.6.14 Explosives, 105.6.30 Open burning, 105.6.36 Pyrotechnic special effects materials, 105.6.43 Temporary membrane structures, tents and canopies. 5. Chapter 1, Section 105.7, (Required construction permits) is revised by deleting all construction permits except for: 105.7.1 Automatic fire extinguisher systems, 105.7.6 Fire alarm and detection systems and related equipment, 105.7.7 Fire pumps and related equipment, 105.7.15 Standpipe systems, 105.7.16 Temporary membrane structures, tents and canopies. 6. Chapter 1, Section 108, (Board of Appeals) is amended to reflect SCC 9.15.112. 7. Chapter 1, Section 109.4, (Violation penalties) is revised by deleting: "shall be guilty of a [specify offense], punishable by a fine of not more than [amount] dollars or by imprisonment not exceeding [number of days], or both such fine and imprisonment"; and replace with: "shall be in violation of SCC 9.15 and AS 18.70.100 and punishment shall be as set forth in AS 12.55." 8. * Chapter 2, Section 202, (General definitions) is revised by changing the definition of "Educational Group E, Day Care" to read: "The use of a building or structure, or portion of the building or structure, for education, supervision or personal care services for more than five children who are older than two and one-half years of age, including children related to the staff shall be classified as a Group E occupancy." 9. * Chapter 2, Section 202, (General definitions) is revised by adding an exception under the definition of"Educational Group E, Day Care" to read: "Exception: Family child care homes (Group R-3) operating between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. may accommodate a total of 12 children of any age without conforming to the requirements of a Group E occupancy except for(1) smoke detectors/alarms as described in Section 907.2.10, (2) carbon monoxide detectors/alarms as specified in Section 908, (3)means of egress requirements of Section 1003, including emergency escape and rescue openings, as required by Section 1029, in napping or sleeping rooms; and (4) portable fire extinguisher requirements as described in Section 906." 10. * Chapter 2, Section 202, (General definitions) is revised by adding a new paragraph between the first and second paragraphs of the definition for "Institutional Group I-1 in "Occupancy classification" to read: "A facility in this occupancy classification that has occupants who need physical assistance to respond in emergency situations must comply with the IFC, Section 405." 11. * Chapter 2, Section 202, (General definitions) first sentence of the last paragraph of the definition "Institutional Group, Group I-1 is revised to read: "A facility such as one described above, with five or fewer persons, including persons related to the staff, shall be classified as Group R-3." 12. * Chapter 2, Section 202, (General definitions) add a second paragraph to the definition "Institutional Group and Group I-2" to read: "A facility such as one described above, with five or fewer persons, including persons related to the staff, shall be classified as Group R-3." 13. * Chapter 2, Section 202, (General definitions)add a third paragraph to the definition for "Institutional Group I and Group I-2" to read: "A child care facility that provides care on a 24-hour basis to more than five children who are two and one-half years of age or less, including children related to the staff shall be classified as Group I-2." 14. * Chapter 2, Section 202, (General definitions) the second sentence of the definition for "Group I-4, day care facilities" is revised to read: "A facility within this occupancy classification with five or fewer persons, including persons related to the staff, shall be classified as a Group R-3." • 15. * Chapter 2, Section 202, (General definitions) is revised by adding a new paragraph to the definition for "R-4" in "Residential Group R" of "Occupancy classification" between the first and second paragraphs to read: "Facilities within this occupancy classification that have occupants needing physical assistance to respond in emergency situations must comply with the I.F.C., Section 405.10." 16. * Chapter 3, Section 307.2, (Permit required), is revised to read: "Approval. The fire chief of a registered department having jurisdiction, may allow a fire for recognized silvicultural or range or wildlife management practices, prevention or control of disease or pests, or a bonfire. Application, as required by the chief of that registered fire department, must be presented by the owner of the land upon which the fire is to be kindled before kindling such fire." 17. * Chapter 3, Section 308.3, (Open flame), is revised to read: "Open flame. The use of open flame in connection with a public meeting or gathering for the purpose of deliberation, worship, entertainment, amusement, instruction, education, recreation, awaiting transportation, or similar purposes in assembly or educational occupancies must be done in consultation with the registered fire department having jurisdiction." 18. * Chapter 3, Section 311.1.1 is revised by deleting the reference"International Property Maintenance Code." 19. * Chapter 3, Section 311.5, (Placards), is revised by deleting this section. 20. * Chapter 4, Section 401.3, (Emergency responder notification), the first sentence is revised to read: "In the event an unwanted fire occurs on a property, the owner or occupant shall immediately report the conditions to the registered fire department having jurisdiction." 21. * Chapter 4, Section 404.2, (Where required), is revised to read: "Group A.". 22. * Chapter 4, Section 405, is revised by adding a new section 405.10 to read: "405.10 False alarms may not be counted as a fire drill for the purposes of Section 405. Emergency evacuation drills." 23. *Chapter 4, Section 405, (Emergency evacuation drills), is revised by adding a new Section 405.10 to read: "Occupants Needing Physical Assistance (Group I-1 and R-4)." Section 405.10 Occupants Needing Phvsical Assistance 405.10.1, Applicability. The provisions of this section apply to all Group I-1, I-2 and R-4 occupancies where the occupants need physical assistance from staff or other to respond to emergencies. 405.10.2, Definitions. In this section: • "Evacuation capability" means the ability of occupants, residents, and staff as a group either to evacuate a building or to relocate from the point of occupancy to a point of safety. • "Point of Safety" means a location that (a) is exterior to and away from a building; or(b) is within a building of any type construction protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system and that is either (1) within an exit enclosure meeting the requirements of IFC section 1020; or (2) within another portion of the building that is separated by smoke partitions meeting the requirements of IBC section 710, with not less than a one-half hour fire resistance rating, and the portion of the building has access to a means of escape or exit that conforms to the requirements of this code and does not require return to the area of the fire. 405.10.3, Fire Drills and Evacuation Capability Determination. The intial determination of evacuation capability will be determined by a fire drill conducted by a fire code official or by an employee of the department of health and social services responsible for licensing the facility. Changes to the evacuation capability will be made by a fire code official, based on a record of fire drills conducted by the facility staff. The drills will be conducted six times a year on a bimonthly basis, with at least two drills conducted during the night when residents are sleeping. Records must indicate the time taken to reach a point of safety, date and time of the drill, location of simulated fire origin, escape paths used, and comments relating to residents who resisted or failed to participate in the drills. 405.10.4, Evacuation capability and fire protection requirements. Fire protection requirements of a facility under this section are as follows: 405.10.4.1, Prompt evacuation capability. Evacuation capability of three minutes or less indicates prompt evacuation capability. In facilities maintaining prompt evacuation capability, the requirements of the code for Groups I-1, I-2 or R-4 occupancies must be followed. 405.10.4.2, Slow evacuation capability. Evacuation capability of more than three but less than fourteen minutes indicates slow evacuation capability. In facilities maintaining slow evacuation capability, the facility must be protected by (a) an automatic smoke detection system, using addressable smoke detectors, designed and installed in accordance with the provisions of this code and NFPA 72; and (b) an automatic sprinkler system, with quick-response or residential sprinklers, installed in accordance with section 903.3.1.2 NFPA 13R(Sprinkler systems). 405.10.4.3, Impractical evacuation capability. Evacuation capability of fourteen minutes or more indicates impractical evacuation capability. In facilities maintaining impractical evacuation capability, the facility must be protected by (a) the protections for a facility with slow capability under section 405.10.4.2; (b) one-half hour fire-resistive construction throughout the facility; and (c) direct egress from sleeping rooms for occupants needing evacuation assistance either (i) to the exterior at grade level, to an exterior porch or landing via a three foot six inch wide door; or (ii) if the sleeping rooms are separated from the rest of the building by smoke partitions installed in accordance with IBC section 710,by egress windows conforming to the provisions of section 1029. 24. * Chapter 4, Section 407.1, (General) is revised to read: "General. The provisions of Section 407.2 through 407.7 shall be applicable, in the discretion of the chief of the registered fire department that has jurisdiction, where hazardous materials are located on the premises." 25. * Chapter 4, Section 408.3, (Group E occupancies and Group R-2 college and university buildings) is revised by the addition of a subsection to read "408.3.5 False alarms. False alarms may not be counted as a fire drill for the purpose of this section." 26. * Chapter 5, Section 503.1.1, (Where required) is revised to read: "Buildings and facilities. The fire chief of the registered fire department having jurisdiction may require approved fire apparatus roadways for every facility, building, or portion of a building constructed or moved into or within the jurisdiction on or after September 15, 2001. The fire apparatus access roadway must be required to comply with the requirements of this section as determined by the chief of that jurisdiction and be required to extend within 150 feet (45 720mm) of all portions of the facility or building or any portion of the exterior wall of the first story of the facility or building as measured by an approved route around the exterior of the building or facility." 27. * Chapter 5, Section 503.1.1, (Buildings and facilities) lead in line to the exception is revised to read: "Exception: The chief of the registered fire department having jurisdiction may increase or decrease the dimension of 150 feet(45 720mm)where:" 28. Chapter 5, Section 503.1.1, (Buildings and facilities) is revised by deleting exception 3. 29. Chapter 5, Section 505.1, (Address numbers), the first sentence is revised to read: "The chief of the registered fire department having jurisdiction shall require that all new and existing buildings be provided with approved address numbers, building numbers, or approved building identification visible from the street or road fronting the property, or on the street or road if the building is not visible from the street or road." 30. * Chapter 5, Section 505.2, (Street or road signs) the first sentence is revised to read: "The chief of the registered fire department having jurisdiction may require streets and roads to be identified with approved signs." 31. *Chapter 5, Section 507.1, (Fire Protection Water Supplies), the first sentence is revised to read: "The chief of the registered fire department having jurisdiction may require that an approved water supply capable of supplying the required fire flow for fire protection be provided to premises upon which facilities, buildings, or portions of facilities or buildings are constructed or moved into or within the jurisdiction on or after September 15, 2001." 32. Chapter 5, Section 507.5.1, (Where required) is revised to read: "Where required. Where a portion of the facility or building hereafter constructed or moved into or within the jurisdiction is more than 250 feet (76.20 meters) from a hydrant on a fire apparatus access road, as measured by an approved route around the exterior of the facility or building, on-site fire hydrants and mains shall be provided where required by the fire code official." This section is further revised by deleting Exceptions 1 and 2. 33. Chapter 5, Section 507.5.4, (Obstruction) is revised by adding a new sentence, "The immediate access area is determined to be an area that measures 15 feet from the outlets of the hydrant." 34. * Chapter 6, Section 603, (Fuel-Fired Appliances) is revised by deleting the references "International Fuel Gas Code" and replacing them with"Plumbing Code as adopted by 8 AAC 63.010, as amended as of February 23, 2011 and as amended from to time.", and the references "ICC Electrical Code" and replacing it with "Electrical Code as adopted by 8 AAC 70.025, as amended as of September 27, 2008 and as amended from time to time." 35. * Chapter 6, Section 603.3.1, (Fuel oil storage in outside, above-ground tanks) the last sentence is revised to read: "The storage of fuel oil above ground in quantities exceeding 660 gallons (2498 L) shall comply with NFPA 31 and have a minimum distance to nearest important building by not less than five feet." 36. * Chapter 6, Section 604, (Emergency and Standby Power Systems) is revised by deleting the references "ICC Electrical Code" and replacing it with "Electrical Code as adopted by 8 AAC 70.025, as amended as of September 27, 2008 and as amended from time to time." 37. * Chapter 6, Sections 605 and 606, (Electrical Equipment, Wiring and Hazards, Mechanical Refrigeration) are revised by deleting the references "ICC Electrical Code" and replacing them with "Electrical Code as adopted by 8 AAC 70.025, as amended as of September 27, 2008 and as amended from time to time." 38. * Chapter 7, Section 703.2.3, (Door operation) is revised by adding a new Section 703.2.3.1 to read: "703.2.3.1 Operation. Fire assemblies may not be obstructed or otherwise impaired from their proper operation at any time. When two or more self- closing fire assemblies within a building have been documented as having been obstructed or impaired during three or more consecutive inspections, the fire code official may order the installation of automatic-closing devices meeting the requirements of Section 1008.1.9.9 and item 5 of the I.B.C." 39. * Chapter 9, Section 901.4, (Installation) is revised by adding an exception to read: "Exception: Buildings temporarily closed due to seasonal operations may have their fire alarm systems deactivate under the following conditions: A. Building is unoccupied; B. Building is properly secured; C. All utilities are disconnected and drained; D. The fire systems are certified as operational before the building is reoccupied; E. A 24-hour a day fire watch as defined in Section 202 is provided during the interim between when utilities are reactivated and the fire systems are certified as operational; F. The fire code official is notified in writing of the closure; and G. A letter from the insurance carrier or, the owner if self-insured, indicating knowledge of the closure is provided to the fire code official." 40. * Chapter 9, Section 901.5, (Installation acceptance testing) is revised to read: "Fire detection and alarm systems, fire-extinguishing systems, fire standpipe systems, and other fire protection systems and appurtenances to those systems must meet the approval of the authority having jurisdiction as to the installation and location, and are subject to the acceptance test required by the standard in Table 901.6.1 for the system or appurtenance. Fire hydrant systems, fire pump systems, and private fire service mains installed as a requirement by the fire chief of the registered fire department having jurisdiction, are subject to the acceptance tests as contained in the installation standards and as approved by the chief The chief must be notified before any required testing, and all results of the tests must be conveyed to the chief within 30 days." 41. * Chapter 9, Section 901.6, (Inspection, testing and maintenance) is revised by adding a second paragraph to read: "Superseding other code or standard requirements established by this section, fire protection systems and fire extinguishers must be inspected, tested, and serviced as follows: 1. Annually. Exception: Standpipe systems must be inspected, tested, and serviced every five years; 2. After any use or activation; 3. Any time damage is found; 4. After repair or alteration; 5. When required by the fire code official; 6. After seasonal shutdown. Reports of inspections and tests must be maintained on the premises, and a copy of the acceptance test certificate must be forwarded to the fire code official by the person conducting the inspection or test within 30 days of the inspection or test being completed. The annual fire extinguisher testing may be performed by any person who has a valid permit in accordance with 13 AAC 50.030(h), including the building owner or the owner's agent." 42. *Chapter 9, Section 901.7, (Systems out of service), the first sentence is revised to read: "Where a required fire protection system is out of service for more than eight hours in a 24 hour period, an impairment plan will be submitted to the fire department and the fire code official immediately and, where required by the fire code official, the building shall either be evacuated or an approved fire watch shall be provided for all occupants left unprotected by the shutdown until the fire protection system has been returned to service." 43. * Chapter 9, Section 903.2.3, (Group E) is revised to read: "Group E. An automatic sprinkler system must be provided throughout all buildings in Group E occupancies. The use of a fire wall or barrier does not establish a separate building or fire area for purposes of this section. Exception: Buildings with Group E occupancies having an occupant load of 49 or less. A. An automatic sprinkler system must also be provided for every portion of educational buildings below the level of exit discharge. B. Home Day Care uses that are licensed to care for more than five persons between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. must be equipped with an automatic sprinkler system designed and installed as described in Section 903.3.1.3 or an equivalent system approved by the building official. 44. * Chapter 9, Section 903.2.8, (Group R) is revised to read: "Group R. An automatic sprinkler system must be installed in Group R occupancies as required in 903.2.8.1 through 903.2.8.4." 45. * Chapter 9, Section 903.2.8, (Group R) is revised by adding a new Section 903.2.8.3 to read" 903.2.8.3 Group R-1. (Health Clinics with Transient Quarters) may utilize an NFPA 13R sprinkler system throughout the building; a fire barrier can be utilized to separate the building and utilize an NFPA 13D sprinkler system. In addition, rental cabins with potable water with stays less than 30 days will be considered R-1's and will be required to follow this section." 46. *Chapter 9, Section 903.2.8, (Group R) is revised by adding a new Section 903.2.8.4 to read: "Section 903.2.8.4 Group R-2. An automatic sprinkler system or a residential sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.2 must be provided throughout all buildings with a Group R-2 fire area that are more than two stories in height, including basements, or that have more than four dwelling units or 16 sleeping rooms." 47. * Chapter 9, Section 903.3.1.1, (NFPA 13 sprinkler systems) is revised by adding a new Section 903.3.1.1.2 to read: "903.3.1.1.2 Elevator Hoist Ways and Machine Rooms. When the provisions of this code requires the installation of automatic sprinkler systems, the installation in elevator hoist ways and machine rooms must occur as described in Chapter 30 (Elevators and Conveying Systems) and NFPA 13 Elevator Hoist Ways and Machine Rooms and adopted by reference and the American Society for Mechanical Engineers (A.S.M.E.) A17.1 Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators (2000 edition) and adopted by 8 AAC 77.005, as amended as of October 16, 2012 and as amended from time to time and the fire sprinkler head for the top of elevator shafts may have a globe valve installed so the single head can be turned off in an emergency. The globe valve must be marked and sealed or locked in the open position.. Exception: Sprinklers are not required in an elevator machine room where the machine room is: (1) separated from the remainder of the building as described in I.B.C. Section 3006.4; (2) smoke detection is provided in accordance with NFPA. 72 and adopted by reference; and, (3) notification of alarm activation is received at a constantly monitored location." (4) Fire extinguisher is provided in the elevator machine room. 48. * Chapter 9, Section 903.3.6, (Hose threads) is revised by deleting "the fire code official" and replacing it with"AS 18.70.084." 49. * Chapter 9, Section 903.6, (Existing buildings) is revised by adding Section 903.6.1 to read: "903.6.1 Group E. An approved automatic fire extinguishing system must be installed in Group E occupancies in accordance with Section 903.2.3, as revised, whenever alteration, repairs, or additions are made to an existing structure containing a Group E Occupancy." 50. * Chapter 9, Section 906.1, (Where required) is revised by deleting the exception in number 1. 51. * Chapter 9, Section 907.1.2, (Fire alarm shop drawings) is revised by adding the following documents to those that must be submitted for plan review: 14. System riser diagrams 15. Fire system designer stamp, signature, and date. 52. * Chapter 9, Section 907.2.1 (Group A) is revised to replace the exception to read: "A manual fire alarm system shall be installed in Group A-2 occupancies with an occupant load of 100 or more." 53. *Chapter 9, Section 907.2.2 (Group B) is revised by deleting the exception. 54. * Chapter 9, Section 907.2.3, is revised by adding a second paragraph to read: "Rooms used for sleeping or napping purposes within a day care use of a Group E occupancy must be provided with smoke alarms that comply with Section 907.2.11.2" and by deleting exception 3. 55. *Chapter 9, Section 907.2.4, (Group F) is revised by deleting the exception. 56. * Chapter 9, Section 907.2.6.1, is revised by deleting exception 1. 57. *Chapter 9, Section 907.2.7, (Group M) is revised by deleting exception 2. 58. *Chapter 9, Section 907.2.8.1, (Group R-1 Manual fire alarm system) is revised by deleting exception 2. 59. *Chapter 9, Section 907.2.9.1, (Group R-2 Manual fire alarm system) is revised by deleting exception 2. 60. *Chapter 9, Section 907.2.10.1, (Group R-4 Manual fire alarm system) is revised by deleting exception 2. 61. *Chapter 9, Section 907.7.2, (Record of completion) is revised by adding a second paragraph to read: "A copy of the acceptance test certificate verifying completion in accordance with NFPA 72, as adopted by reference, must be forwarded by the firm conducting the test to the division of fire and life safety or the deferred jurisdiction having authority within 30 days of the completion of the installation." 62. * Chapter 9, Section 907.2.11, (Single and multi-station smoke alarms) is revised by adding a second paragraph to read: "When a plan review is required for an existing Group R occupancy, smoke alarms must be installed as described in Section 907.2.11." 63. * Chapter 9, Section 907.8.1, (Inspection, testing and maintenance) is revised by adding a new section to read: "907.8.1.1 (Mancamp relocations) On each portable or relocatable camp move, a licensed or certified electrician can disconnect and reconnect the fire alarm system, and a licensed or certified plumber can disconnect and reconnect the suppression system. The mancamp must be certified by an appropriate fire system permit holder to provide documentation that the system has been placed back in service and is ready for operation. System certification documentation is to be retained on site and available for review upon request. Annual requirements are still required by the code as referenced by 13 AAC 50.025." 64. *Chapter 9, Section 908.7, (Carbon monoxide alarms) is revised by adding the following after the first sentence: "At least one carbon monoxide detector or alarm shall be installed on each floor level." 65. *Chapter 9, Section 908.7, (Carbon monoxide alarms) is revised by adding the following at the end of the paragraph: "Power source: In new construction, carbon monoxide detectors and alarms shall receive their primary power from the building wiring if the wiring is served from a commercial source, and shall be equipped with a battery backup. Wiring shall be permanent and without a disconnecting switch other than what is required for overcurrent protection." 66. * Chapter 9, Section 909.18, (Acceptance testing) is revised by adding a new sentence to read: "A copy of the acceptance test certificate must be forwarded to the division of fire and life safety or the deferred authority having jurisdiction by the firm conducting the test within 30 days of the completion of the installation." 67. * Chapter 9, Section 910.1, (General) is revised by deleting exception 2. 68. * Chapter 10, Section 1001.1, (General) is revised by adding the following words to the last sentence of the exception: "as governed by the provisions of AS 18.70.080." 69. * Chapter 10, Section 1009.4, (Stairway width) is revised by adding the following exception to read: "Exception 5. Ladders used only to attend equipment are exempt from the requirements of section 1009." 70. * Chapter 10, Section 1009.9.2, (Outdoor conditions) is revised by adding a sentence: "In occupancies that are accessory to Group R-3 occupancies, surfaces and landings which are part of the exterior stairs in climates with snow or ice shall be designed to minimize the accumulation of the snow or ice." 71. * Chapter 10, Section 1010.8.2, (Outdoor conditions) is revised by adding a sentence: "In occupancies other than Group R-3 and Group U occupancies that are accessory to Group R-3 occupancies, surfaces and landings that are part of the exterior ramps in climates with snow or ice shall be designed to minimize the accumulation of the snow or ice." 72. * Chapter 10, Section 1015.2.2, (Three or more exits or exit access doorways) is revised by adding an exception to read: "Where access to three or more exits is requires, the separation distance of the third exit door or exit access doorway shall not be less than one-third of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the area served." 73. *Chapter 10, Table 1018.1, (Corridor fire resistance rating) is revised by adding footnote "d"to read: "R-2 occupancies shall be permitted to have a one-hour rated corridor without a sprinkler system when the corridor: A. Serves any occupant load greater than 10; B. Serves less than four dwelling units or 16 or more sleep rooms; And C. Is less than three stories in height." 74. * Chapter 10, Section 1019.1, (General) is revised by adding a sentence to read: "Exterior exit balconies shall be designed to minimize accumulation of snow or ice that impedes the means of egress." 75. *Chapter 10, Section 1021.2.2, (Basements) is revised by adding a second paragraph to read: "Basements or the first level below the first story in all occupancies except Group R-3 occupancies, used exclusively for the basement or first level below the first story must have at least two exits arranged as described in Section 1015.2. For purposes of this paragraph, storage rooms, laundry rooms, maintenance offices, and similar uses may not be considered as providing service to the building." 76. * Chapter 10, Section 1029.1, (General) is revised by deleting exceptions 1 and 3. 77. * Chapter 20, Section 2003.5, (Dispensing of flammable and combustible liquids)the last sentence is revised to read: "Aircraft motor vehicle fuel-dispensing facilities shall be in accordance with Chapter 23 of the IFC and NFPA 407, as adopted by reference." 78. * Chapter 20, Section 2005, (Portable fire extinguishers) is revised by deleting Section 2005.8. 79. * Chapter 20, Section 2006.1, (Aircraft motor vehicle fuel-dispensing facilities) is revised to read: "Aircraft motor vehicle fuel-dispensing stations shall be in accordance with Chapter 23 of the IFC and NFPA. 407 as adopted by reference." 80. * Chapter 20, Section 2006.3, (Construction of aircraft-fueling vehicles and accessories) is revised by adding a new exception to read: "Exception: A vehicle or trailer tank with a capacity of 250 gallons or less may be used for non-commercial refueling of private non-commercial aircraft if the following requirements are met: A. The tank is placarded with no smoking signs, the type of fuel contained in the tank, and the tank capacity; B. The tank and all appurtenances used in the fueling operation are listed and approved for the specific purpose; C. Electrical bonding is provided as required under Section 2006.3.7." 81. * Chapter 23, Section 2306.2.3, (Above-ground tanks located outside, above grade) is revised by adding an item 6 to read: "6. Approved above- ground atmospheric tanks may be used without special enclosure or fire rating if the following criteria are met: A. Tanks must be located as required for"Other Tanks"by Table 2306.2.3; B. Tanks must be enclosed by a six-foot high industrial type chain link fence with a minimum of two access gates located at opposite side of the enclosure. Each gate must be at least 36 inches wide. There must be a minimum working distance of five feet between the tank and the fence." 82. * Chapter 23, Section 2306.7.7.1, (Leak detection) is revised by adding an exception to read: "Exception: A leak detection device is not required if the underground piping is extra-heavy wall steel with all welded joints, dielectric coating, and cathodic protection." 83. * Chapter 23, Section 2311.2.3, (Drainage and disposal of liquids and oil-soaked waste) is revised by adding a sentence to the first paragraph to read: "Where oil separators or traps are provided, neither the oil nor water phase may drain to septic systems, dry wells, or other means of underground discharge." 84. Chapter 33, Section 3307.1, (Storage and handling) is revised by adding to the end of the sentence "and Seward City Code Chapter 9.15, Article 3." 85. Chapter 33, Section 3307.2, (Supervision) is revised by adding to the end of the sentence "and Seward City Code Chapter 9.15,Article 3." 86. * Chapter 50, Section 5001.6, (Facility Closure) is revised to read: "Documentation. The fire chief of the registered fire department having jurisdiction may require the documentation of the closure plans for the termination of the storage, use, or handling of hazardous materials at least 30 days before the termination. The fire chief is authorized to require that the documentation include as approved facility closure plan in accordance with Section 5001.6.3. The fire chief may require the submission of the Hazardous Materials Management Plan and Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement indicated in Sections5001.5.1 and5001.5.2." 87. * Chapter 56, Section 5601.1, (Scope) is revised to insert"and AS 18.72" after"The provisions of this chapter." 88. Chapter 56, Section 5601.1.1, (Explosive material standard) is revised to read: "In addition to the requirements of this chapter, Seward City Code Chapter 9.15, Article 3 and NFPA 495 shall govern the manufacture, transportation, storage, sale, handling and use of explosive materials." 89. * Chapter 56, Section 5601.1.3, (Fireworks) is revised, with the exceptions remaining,to read: "The manufacture, storage, sale,handling and use of fireworks is prohibited except as allowed in this section and AS 18.72." 90. * Chapter 56, Section 5601.1, (Scope) is revised by adding a new Section 5601.1.1.6 to read: "Transportation. Explosive materials must be transported in accordance with 49 G.F.R. Parts 100- 185. No person may sell fireworks, possess, or transport fireworks for sale, conduct a fireworks display described in paragraph 5602.4.2 of this section, or possess,transport or test dangerous fireworks for such a display, unless the person holds a valid permit or license under this section, and the activity is conducted in accordance with AS 18.72 and this chapter." 91. Chapter 56, Section 5601.2, (Permit required) is revised to read: "Permits shall be required as outlined in Seward City Code, Chapter 9.15, Article 3." 92. *Chapter 56, Section 5601.7, (Seizure) is revised by adding the words "or AS 18.72." 93. * Chapter 56 is revised by deleting Sections 5601.2.4 (Financial Responsibility)and 5601.2.4.2 (Fireworks display). 94. * Chapter 56, Section 5601.2.2, (Sale and retail display) is revised by deleting the words "explosives, explosive materials, or fireworks" and inserting in their place "explosives and explosive materials." 95. * Chapter 56, Section 5608 is revised by re-titling the section"FIREWORKS RETAIL SALES AND DISPLAYS." 96. *Chapter 56, Section 5608.1, (General) is revised by adding a second paragraph to read: "Retail sales of salable fireworks must comply with Section 5608.11." 97. *Chapter 56, Section 5608.2, (Permit application) is revised to read: "Permit application. (1) The following licenses or permits are required to conduct activity described in Section 105.6 of the IFC: (a)wholesalers license, as described in AS 18.72, to sell, or possess for sale, 1.4G or 1.3G fireworks at wholesale; (b) a retailer's permit, as described in AS 18.72, for each location where the applicant intends to sell, or possess for sale, 1.4G fireworks at retail; (c) a pyrotechnic operator's permit to conduct a fireworks display or non- routine testing of 1.3G fireworks, or to possess fireworks for display or non-routine testing of 1.3G fireworks; (d) a fireworks event permit for each event involving public or private display of any amount of 1.3G fireworks or 250 gross pounds (113.4 kg) of salable fireworks; or (e) an annual permit for routine testing of 1.3G fireworks. (2)A license or permit under(a) (1)-(4) of this paragraph must be obtained from the state fire marshal's office. A permit under(a) (5) of this paragraph may be obtained from the state fire marshal's office or, on a form approved by the fire marshal, from the chief of the registered fire department in the jurisdiction where the testing will occur. (3)An application for a license or permit under(a) (1)—(4) of this paragraph must be received by the fire marshal's office 14 days before the activity is scheduled to occur. A permit under(a) (5)of this paragraph must be issued before the routine testing occurs. (4) Applications for a license or permit must include, (a) for a license or permit under(a)(1) or(2) of this paragraph,proof of insurance as required and in the amount set out in AS 18.72.020; or (b) for a permit under(a) (3)—(5), a certified copy of a policy of public liability and products liability insurance, including both accident and occurrence insurance, for not less than $1,000,000 for bodily injury and death, and not less than $500,000 for property damage; (5) An application for a retailer's permit under(a) (2) of this paragraph or for a fireworks event under(a) (4) of this paragraph must include a plan and drawings, satisfactory to the state fire marshal, showing and describing the sales location or display site; (6)An application for a pyrotechnic operator's permit under(a) (3) of this paragraph must include proof satisfactory to the state fire marshal that the applicant: (a) has passed a written examination administered by the state fire marshal; and (b)has participated as an assistant to a licensed pyrotechnic operator in six licensed displays in this state or holds a valid pyrotechnic operator's permit or license from another state. (7) An applicant for a fireworks event permit under(a) (4) of this paragraph or for testing under(a) (5)of this paragraph must hold a valid pyrotechnic operator's permit under(a) (3) of this paragraph." 98. *Chapter 56, Section 5608.2, (Permit application) is revised by adding a new Section 5608.2.3 to read: "Section 5608.2.3, Revocation and suspension. A permit for the retail sale of salable fireworks is void if the intended place of sale or use of the permit is within a jurisdiction that,by ordinance, has prohibited the sale or use of fireworks or if the permit holder sends, transports, or delivers fireworks to a jurisdiction that by ordinance has prohibited the sale or use of fireworks. The State Fire Marshal may revoke a permit or license if: (1)the permittee or licensee fails to comply with a notice of violation and order to correct by the date set in the order; (2)the permittee or licensee is cited more than one time for the same violation of AS 18.72 or the fire code regulations in this chapter in the same calendar year; or (3)the permittee or licensee conducts business in a way that presents an immediate threat to life or property. If a permit or license is revoked, the permittee or licensee may file a written appeal to the State Fire Marshal, who will review the revocation and issue a written decision within 10 days after the appeal. The appeal must be postmarked within seven days following the date of receipt of the revocation. Once a permit or license is revoked, the permittee or licensee may not apply for or be granted a new permit or license for the sale, use, or display of fireworks for one year from the date of revocation." 99. * Chapter 56, Section 5608.6, (Installation of motors) is revised by adding a new Section 5608.6.1 to read: "5608.6.1 Mortar construction. Mortars must be constructed of paper, high density plastic pipe, or metal other than cast iron." 100. Chapter 56, Section 5608.11, (Retail display and sale) is revised by adding a new section to read: "5608.11 Retail display and sale. The retail display and sale of fireworks shall be prohibited within Seward City limits." 101. * Chapter 57, Section 5704.3.5.1, (Basement storage) is revised by deleting this section. 102. * Chapter 57, Section 5706.3, (Well drilling and operation) is revised by adding a second sentence to read: "This section does not apply to offshore oil platforms." 103. * Chapter 58, Section 5801, (General) is revised by adding a new Section 5801.3 to read: "5801.3 Plan review. Where a single container is over 500-gallon(1892.7 L) water capacity or the aggregate capacity of containers is over 500-gallon (1892.7 L) water capacity,the installer shall submit plans for review before installation in accordance with 13 AAC 50.027." 104. * Chapter 80 (Referenced standards) is revised by changing the referenced standards from the publication date listed to the following edition, and the standards are adopted by reference: N.F.P.A. 10-2013 Portable Fire Extinguishers N.F.P.A. 12-2011 Carbon dioxide extinguishing systems; N.F.P.A. 12A-2009 Halon 1301 fire extinguishing systems; N.F.P.A. 13-2013 Installation of Sprinkler Systems; N.F.P.A. 13D-20072013 Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One and Two Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes; N.F.P.A. 13R-20072013 Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies Up to and Including Four Stories in Height; N.F.P.A. 14- 2013 Standpipe and Hose Systems; N.F.P.A. 20-2013 Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection; N.F.P.A. 72- 2013 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code; N.F.P.A. 720-2012 Standard on Installation of Carbon Monoxide Warning Equipment in Dwelling Units; N.F.P.A. 750- 2010 Standard on Water Mist Fire Protection System; N.F.P.A. 2001-2012 Clean agent fire extinguishing systems 105. Appendix A, Board of Appeals, is adopted and revised to read: "A101.1 Scope. A board of appeals shall be established within the jurisdiction for the purpose of hearing applications for modification of the requirements of the International Fire Code. The procedure for the board of appeals is established in Seward City Code, Chapter 9.15, Article 1, Section 9.15.112." The remainder of Appendix A is deleted. 106. (--) Appendix of the IFC is revised by adding APPENDIX K as follows: "APPENDIX K FIRE STATUS REPORTING" K101, (Scope) All fire service companies providing services in the State of Alaska shall provide a legible copy of all fire system service reports to the closest Fire and Life Safety Office as adopted and amended to the 2012 IFC as listed below. Exception: Industrial occupancies with a fire system preventive maintenance program approved by the Division of Fire and Life Safety. See below for contact information. K102, (Status 1) Systems out of service or Major Deficiencies: The fire service company shall immediately contact the closest State Fire Marshal Office, if the system cannot be returned to service. On a weekend or after hours, contact the closest State Fire Marshal Office on the first business day. Written notification shall be faxed to the closest State Fire Marshal Office within 24 hours. Notification may be made by email. K102.1, Corrective Action time: Status 1 reports shall be repaired immediately. K102.1.1, For example but not limited to: K102.1.1.1, Fire Sprinkler or Water Based Systems: 1. Non-working flow/pressure switches. 2. Damage to fire department connections. 3. No water to system. 4. Frozen or otherwise damaged system. K102.1.1.2, Fire Pumps: 1. Non-working fire pumps. 2. Fire pump controls not working or malfunctioning. K102.1.1.3, Fire Alarm Systems (detection and alarm): 1. Non-working fire alarm panel. 2. Malfunctioning fire alarm panel. 3. Audio and visual devices not working entire loop. 4. Detection not working entire detection loop. 5. Loss of programming. K102.1.1.4, Kitchen Hood Fire Systems: 1. System cylinder is not charged or leaking. 2. Appliance not properly covered due to rearrangement of appliances. 3. Plugged discharge nozzles. 4. Automatic detection not functional. 5. Gas or electric not shutting down. K102.1.1.5, Clean Agent or Special Hazard System: 1. System cylinder is not charged or leaking. 2. Releasing panel not functional. K103, (Status 2) Systems that have critical deficiency reports shall be provided to the closest Fire and Life Safety Office within 14 days. K103.1, Corrective action Time: Status 2 systems shall be repaired within 14 days. K103.1.1, For example (but not limited to): K103.1.1.1, Fire Sprinkler or Water Based System: 1. Five or more painted sprinkler heads in a concentrated area or more than 10 in a facility. 2. Change of use that will affect the performance of the sprinkler system. 3. Low water pressure. 4. Any other major problem that will affect the performance. 5. No monitoring on required systems. K103.1.1.2, Fire Pumps: 1. Low fuel 2. Pump packing leaking beyond specifications. 3. Fire pump room below 40 degrees. 4. Fire pump not meeting its rated discharge pressure or GPM flow over a 10 percent difference. 5. Any other major problem that will affect the performance. K103.1.1.3, Fire Alarm Systems (detection and alarm): 1. Batteries overdue for replacement. 2. No monitoring on required system. 3. Audio and visual devices not working-up to three devices, over three devices status 1. 4. Detection not working-up to three devices, over three devices status 1. 5. Any other major problem that will affect the performance. K103.1.1.4, Kitchen Hood Fire Systems: 1. Hood and ducts with heavy grease buildup. 2. Any other major problems that will affect the performance. K104, (Status 3) Minor deficiency reports shall be provided to the closest State Fire Marshal's Office within 30 days. These deficiencies will not affect the performance of the system. K104.1, Corrective Action Time: Status 3 systems shall be repaired within 30 days. K105, (Status 4) System with no deficiencies shall be reported to the closest State Fire Marshal Office within 30 days. K105.1 System service reports shall have the following information on them: 1. inspection company name shall be printed on all reports with address and phone number; 2. inspector's first and last name shall be printed with State of Alaska fire systems permit number; 3. inspector's telephone number: office and cell telephone numbers, if available. 4. deficiencies shall be typed or written and shall be printed text. No cursive or longhand handwriting is acceptable. Reports shall be written with a minimum line spacing of a 3/8 inch per line. 5. all reports shall have building name, occupancy inspected, and address clearly identified on the first page, and all subsequent pages shall have the building name and elate of inspection on the top of the page; 6. all reports shall have the building contact person's name with telephone number on the front page; 7. only white and yellow copies will be accepted by the state division of fire and life safety for reports submitted; 8. deficiency write ups must include the code citation that is in violation and a description of the problem. Items having minor deficiencies shall be mailed within 30 days to: State Division of Fire and Life Safety 5700 E. Tudor Road, Anchorage AK 99507; Phone 907-269-5637, Fax 907-269-5018 1979 Peger Road, Fairbanks AK 99709; Phone 907-451-5200, Fax 907-451-5218 2760 Sherwood Lane, Ste.2-B,Juneau, AK 99801; Phone 907-465-4331 Fax 907-465-5521 Systems out of service and those with major deficiencies shall have a report faxed to the closest state division of fire and life safety office and mailed immediately within one day to the address listed in this appendix. (Eff. 1/14/81, Register 77; am 8/2/86, Register 99; am 10/28/90, Register 116; am 6/10/931 Register 126; am 8/31/96, Register 139; am 3/27/99, Register 149; am 9/15/2001, Register 159; am 8/27/2004, Register 171; am 9/12/2007, Register 183; am / / , Register Authority: AS 18.70.080 r w • 12.05.031 International Mechanical Code -Adopted. a) The 2012 edition of the International Mechanical Code, including appendix chapters listed in subsection (b) below, published by the International Code Council is hereby designated and shall be known as the Seward Mechanical Code and shall constitute the laws of the city relating to mechanical systems. Although not published in full in this section, all of the provisions of the International Mechanical Code and the appendices cited shall be and are hereby adopted by reference to the same extent as if set forth in full herein, except to the extent that the International Mechanical Code is amended by or in conflict with this code or any relevant ordinance later adopted, in which case the provisions of this code shall apply. b) The following revisions are made to the International Mechanical Code 2012 Edition, hereinafter sometimes referred to as the IMC in its application as the Seward Mechanical Code. (1) The IMC Chapters 1-15 and Appendix A (2012 edition) are adopted by reference to regulate the design, installation, maintenance, alteration and inspection of mechanical systems that are permanently installed and utilized to provide control of environmental conditions and related processes within buildings,with the following revisions: (2) *The IMC is revised by deleting all the references to the "ICC Electrical Code or NFPA 70" and replacing them with"Electrical Code as adopted by 8 AAC 70.025, as amended as of October 16, 2012 and as amended from time to time." (3) *The IMC is revised by deleting all the references TO THE INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, with the exception of chapters 6 and 7 (of the"International Fuel Gas Code") and all references to the "International Plumbing Code" and replacing them with"Plumbing Code as adopted by 8 AAC 63.010, as amended as of February 23, 2011 and as amended from time to time." (4) Chapter 1 of the IMC is revised by deleting Sections 103, 104, 106-108 and 110 and references to the International Existing Building Code"IEBC"and the International Energy Conservation Code"IECC." (5) Chapter 1, Section 109 (Means of Appeal) of the IMC, is amended to reflect Seward City Code (SCC) 9.15.112. (6) *Chapter 3, Subsection 301.6 (Fuel gas appliances and equipment) of the IMC, is revised by deleting the words "fuel gas distribution piping and equipment" and "fuel gas fired appliance venting systems." (7) *Chapter 3, Section 303.3 (Prohibited Locations) of the IMC, is revised by deleting the words"of the International Energy Conservation Code"from the 1 second sentence of exception 3; (8) * Chapter 3, Subsection 304.9 (Clearances to combustibles construction) of the IMC, is revised to read: "Clearances to combustible construction. Heat-producing equipment and appliances must be installed to maintain the required clearances to combustible construction as specified in the listing and manufacturer's instructions. These clearances may be reduced only in accordance with Section 308 of the IMC. Certain unlisted, heat-producing equipment shall be allowed if the equipment is installed in a manner so as to maintain the clearances to combustible construction specified in Table 308.6 "Clearance Reduction Methods", of this Code. Clearances to combustibles must include considerations as door swing, drawer pull, overhead projections or shelving and window swing, shutters, coverings, and drapes. Devices such as doorstops or limits, closers, drapery ties, or guards, may not be used to provide the required clearances." (9) Chapter 3, Subsection 304.9 of the IMC, is revised by amending Table 304.8 and 304.9 to read: "Table 304.8 STANDARD INSTALLATION CLEARANCES, IN INCHES FOR CERTAIN UNLISTED HEAT-PRODUCING APPLIANCES" "Table 304.9 CLEARANCES IN INCHES, WITH SPECIFIED FORMS OF PROTECTION" (Insert and renumber tables from current code section) (10) *Chapter 3, Section 308.5 of the IMC, is revised by adding the following to the end of the sentence: "and the manufacturers' specifications." (11) *Chapter 3, Section 312.1 (Load Calculations) of the IMC, is revised by deleting the words "using the design parameters specified in Chapter 3 of the International Energy Conservation Code." (12) *Chapter 4, Section 403.3 (Ventilation rate) of the IMC, the first sentence is revised to read: "Ventilation systems must be designed to have the capacity to supply the minimum outdoor airflow rate required in Table 403.3 "Minimum Ventilation Rates" based in the occupancy of the space and the occupant load or other parameter as stated herein, or in accordance with the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Standard 62 (2010 Edition) as adopted by reference." (13) *Chapter 5, Section 514.1 (General) of the IMC, is revised by deleting the second sentence and replacing it with "Energy recovery ventilation systems must be installed according to the manufacturer's instructions and specifications." (14) *Chapter 8, Section 804.1 (Direct vent termination) of the IMC, is revised by 2 adding a second sentence "Combustion vents for direct vent chambers are at least three foot high or provide snowdrift prevention." (15) *Chapter 9, Section 907.1 (General) of the IMC, is revised by adding a second sentence to read "Commercial standard UL 2790 may be accepted as an alternative to UL 791 and residential standard UL 508 and UL 698 may not be acceptable as an alternative to UL 791." (16) *Chapter 9 (Specific Appliances, Fireplaces and Solid Fuel-Burning Equipment) of the IMC, is revised by adding Section 929 to read: "SECTION 929 UNVENTED ROOM HEATERS. 929.1 General. Unvented room heaters shall be tested in accordance with American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Z21.11.2 (2011 Edition), adopted by reference and may be installed in accordance with the conditions of the listing and the manufacturer's installation instructions. 929.2 Prohibited use. One or more unvented room heaters may not be used as the sole source of comfort heating in a dwelling unit. 929.3 Input rating. Unvented room heaters may not have an input rating in excess of 40,000 Btu/h(11.7 kW). 929.4 Prohibited locations. Unvented room heaters may not be installed within Group A, E, or I Occupancies. These appliances may not be located in, or obtain combustion air from, any of the following rooms or spaces: (1) Sleeping Rooms; (2) Bathrooms; (3) Toilet rooms; (4) Storage closets; (5) Surgical rooms. Exceptions: (1) A single wall-mounted unvented room heater equipped with and oxygen depletion safety shutoff system and installed in a bathroom provided the input rating does not exceed 6000 Btu per hour (1.76 kW) and the bathroom is not a confined space. (2) A single wall-mounted unvented room heater equipped with and oxygen depletion safety shutoff system and installed in a bedroom if the input rating does not exceed 10,000 Btu per hour (2.93 kW) and the bedroom is not a confined space. 3 929.5 Room or space volume. The aggregate input rating of all unvented appliances in a room or space may not exceed 20 Btu/h per cubic foot of volume of the room or space. Where the room or space in which the equipment is installed is directly connected to another room or space by a doorway, archway, or other opening of comparable size that cannot be closed, the volume of such adjacent room or space may be permitted to be included in the calculations. 929.6 Oxygen-depletion safety system. Unvented room heaters shall be equipped with an oxygen-depletion-sensitive safety shutoff system. The system shall shut off the gas supply to the main and pilot burners when the oxygen in the surrounding atmosphere is depleted to the percent concentration specified by the manufacturer, but not lower than 18 percent. The system may not incorporate field adjustment means capable of changing the set point at which the system acts to shut off the gas supply to the room heater. 929.7 Unvented log heaters. An unvented log heater may not be installed in a factory-built fireplace unless the fireplace system has been specifically tested, listed, and labeled for the use in accordance with Underwriters Laboratories (UL) 127."; (17) *Chapter 10, Section 1001.1 (Scope) of the IMC, is revised, with the exceptions remaining, to read: "Scope. This chapter governs the installation, alteration, and repair of boilers, water heaters, and pressure vessels not subject to the provisions of the department of labor and workforce development under AS 18.60.180- 18.60.395." (18) Chapter 10, Section 1001 (General)of the IMC is revised by adding a new section 1001.2 to read: "Boilers, water heaters and pressure vessels installed in accordance with this chapter shall be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to seismic activity or flooding conditions." (19) *Chapter 10 of the IMC is revised by deleting Section 1011. (20) *Chapter 14 (Solar Systems) of the IMC, is revised by deleting the body of the chapter and inserting a new Section 1401 to read: "General. Solar energy equipment and appliances must be installed in compliance with the Solar Energy Code as adopted by 8 AAC 63.010, as amended as of February 3, 2011 and as amended from time to time." (21) *Chapter 15 (Reference Standards) of the IMC, is revised by adding or changing the referenced standards from the publication date listed to the following edition, and these standards are adopted by reference: NFPA 13-2013 Installation of Sprinkler Systems; 4 NFPA 72-2013 National Fire Alarm Code NFPA 96-2011 Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations. 9 5 12.05.011 International Building Code Adopted A. The International Building Code, Chapters 1-12, 14-28, 30-35, and Appendix C, 2012 Edition approved and published by the International Code Council, is hereby designated and shall be known as the Seward Building Code and shall constitute the laws of the City relating to building regulation. Although not published in full in this section, all provisions of the International Building Code, 2012 Edition, except as provided in subsection D of this section, shall be and hereby adopted by reference to the same extent as if set forth in full in this section, except to the extent that the International Building Code shall be in conflict with this code or any relevant ordinance later adopted, in which case the provisions of this code shall prevail. B. The City of Seward shall possess three copies of the City designated edition of the International Building Code, for public use, inspection and examination, so long as the provisions thereof remain in force. C. It shall be unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, remove, convert, demolish, or equip any building or structure in the city, or cause or permit the same to be done, contrary of any provision of the provisions of the International Building Code adopted and incorporated as the Seward Building Code by this section. D. The International Building Code(IBC), 2012 Edition, adopted in Subsection A of this section, Chapters 1- 12, 14-28, 30-35, and appendix C, are adopted by reference to regulate all occupancies and buildings with the following revisions: 1) *The IBC, is revised by deleting all references to the"ICC Electrical Code or NFPA 70"and replacing them with"Electrical Code as adopted by 8 AAC 70.025, as amended as of October 16, 2012 and as amended from time to time" 2) *The IBC, is amended by deleting all references to the "International Fuel Gas Code"with the exception of Chapters 6 & 7 and all references to the"International Plumbing Code" and replacing them with "Plumbing Code as adopted by 8 AAC 63.010, as amended as of February 23, 2011 and as amended from time to time". 3) *Chapter 1 of the I.B.C. is amended by deleting Section 101.4.4 Property Maintenance in its entirety. 4) Chapter 1 of the IBC Section 101.4.6 Energy, is adopted as reference. 5) Chapter 1 of the IBC Section 102.6 Existing Structures, is amended by deleting"the International Property Maintenance Code or" from the section. 6) Chapter 1 of the IBC Section 103 Department of Building Safety is amended by deleting the title and the entire paragraph and replacing it with"Section 103 BUILDING DEPARTMENT. 103.1 General: The official in charge of enforcing the provisions of this code will be known as the Building Official. The Building Official shall have the authority to render interpretations of this code and to adopt policies and procedures in order to clarify the application of its provisions. Such interpretations,policies and • provisions shall be compliance with the intent and purpose of this code. Such policies and procedures shall not have the effect of waiving requirements specifically provided for in this code." 7) Chapter 1 Section 104.10.1 Flood hazard areas is amended by deleting the entire section and replacing it with"The building official shall not grant modification to any provision required in a flood hazard area as determined by Seward City Code Chapter 15.25 and a flood plain development permit for construction is approved by Community Development". 8) Chapter 1 Section 105.1 Permits is amended by inserting the phrase "if such work exceeds $1000 in materials and labor expense," after the words "...or cause any such work to be done,' and before the words "... shall first make application to the Building Official....". 9) Chapter 1 Section 105. Work exempt from permit, Building 1.; is amended by deleting"120 square feet" and replacing it with"200 square feet provided the structure meets other City ordinances". 10) Chapter 1 Section 105.3 Application for permit is amended by deleting "department of building safety" and replacing it with"Building Department". 11) Chapter 1 Section 107.1 Exception is amended by adding the number"1." in front of"The building official...". The addition of"2. U occupancies under 3000 square feet not offered for use by persons other than the property owner or the owner's employees, not open to the public, and not containing hazardous material in excess of those found in Tables 307.7(1) and 307.7(2),the building official is authorized to waive the requirements of construction documents and other data from a registered design professional provided the submitted construction documents and data are in clear compliance with the requirements of this code". 12)*Chapter 1 Section 107.2.2 Fire Protection system shop drawings; is amended by adding the sentence "A copy of the approved stamped plans are to be retained on site". 13) Chapter 1 Section 108 Temporary Structures And Uses; Section 108.1 General is amended by deleting the word"Such.." in the second sentence and replacing it with"Temporary structure ...". The sentence is further amended by deleting"...180 days." and replacing it with"a calendar year. A temporary structure permit can only be renewed for five calendar years on the same property."An additional sentence is inserted before "The building official...""Temporary uses shall be limited to time of service, but shall not be permitted for more than 30 days". 14)Chapter 1 Section 109.2 Schedule of permit fees; is amended by deleting "the schedule"and replacing it with"Table 1-A Building Permit Fees...". TOTAL VALUATION FEE TABLE 1-A BUILDING PERMIT FEES Total Valuation Fee $1.00 to $500.00 $23.50 $501.00 to $2,000.00 $23.50 for the first$500.00 plus $3.05 for each additional $100.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000.00 $2,001.00 to $25,000.00 $69.25 for first $2,000.00 plus $14.00 for each additional $1000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $25,000.00. $25,001.00 to $50,000.00 $391.25 for the first$25,000.00 plus $10.10 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, up to and including $50,000.00 $50,001.00 to $100,000.00 $643.75 for the first $50,000.00 plus $7.00 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, up to and including $100,000.00. $100,001.00 to $500,000.00 $993.75 for the first $100,000.00 plus $5.60 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof,up to and including $500,000.00. $500,001.00 to $1,000,000.00 $3,233.75 for the first $500,000.00 plus $4.75 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, up to and including $1,000,000.00. $1,000,001.00 and up $5,608.75 for the first$1,000,000.00 plus $3.15 for each$1,000.00, or fraction thereof. Other Inspections and Fees 1. Plan review fee 65% of the permit fee 2. Inspections outside of normal business $47.00 per hour hours... 3. Inspections for which no fee is specifically $47.00 per hour indicated. 4. Additional plan review required by changes, additions or revisions to plans (minimum charge - $47.00 per hour one-half hour). 5. For use of outside consultants for plan checking and inspections, or Actual Costs both 14) Chapter 1 Section 110.3.3 Lowest floor; elevation is amended by deleting the entire section and replacing with"In flood hazard areas the requirements of Seward City Code Chapter 15.25 shall be adhered to". 15) Chapter 1 Section 110.3.7 Energy efficiency inspections; is amended by deleting the section. 16) Chapter 1 Section 110.3.10.1 Flood hazard documentation; is amended by deleting the entire section and replacing it with"Documentation required by Seward City Code Chapter 15.25 shall be submitted prior to issuance of a permanent Certificate of Occupancy". 17) Chapter 1 Section 111.2 Certificate issued; is amended by revising "...are enforced by the department of building safety,..."to"... are enforced by the building department,..." 18) Chapter 1 Section 113 Board of Appeals; is amended by deleting the entire section and replacing it with " 113.1 General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the building official relative to the application and interpretation of this code shall be in accordance with Seward City Code Section 9.15.112. 19) Chapter 1 Section 114.3 Prosecution of violations; is amended by adding the sentence "Prosecution of a violation(s) shall conform to the requirements of AS 18.70.100." at the end of the existing last sentence. 20) Chapter 2 Section 202 Definitions; is amended by adding"Conex. Is a unit that (A) is used as a container to ship products which also can be used as temporary storage structure when meeting the requirements of Section 108. (B); is used as a permanent structure complying with the requirements of this code and other adopted codes of the municipality". 21) *Chapter 2 Section 202 Definitions: Existing Structure (For Chapter 34); is amended by deleting the entire section and replacing it with"A structure that(A) was erected before December 5, 1956; or(B) was erected before the adoption of the 2012 International Building Code, 2012 International Fire Code, 2012 International Mechanical Code and the 2012 International Fuel Gas Code, and complies with the building code regulations in effect at the time of construction". 22) Chapter 2 Section 202 Definitions: Existing Structure(For Chapter 34); is further amended by adding "2012 International Residential Code" after"2012 International Building Code". 23) *Chapter 2 Section 202 Definitions: is amended by adding a new definition"Portable Mancamps. A mancamp that is on a skid and wheels as a single unit and pulled by a vehicle without separating". 24) *Chapter 2 Section 202 Definitions: is amended by adding a new definition"Relocatable Mancamps. A mancamp that is disassembled and loaded on a trailer to relocate". 25) *Chapter 2 Section 202 Definitions: FOSTER CARE FACILITIES is amended by adding a new definition: "A home with an occupant load of over five that houses children under the age of 18,NOT RELATED TO EACH OTHER, and are classified as R-3 occupancies." 26) *Chapter 2 Section 202 Definitions: is amended by adding a new definition"MOVED STRUCTURE. Moving an existing building with work involving additions, alterations, or change of occupancy." 27) *Chapter 3 Section 305.2 Group E day care facilities; is amended after".. by more than five children.."by adding "including the children related to the staff,"who are ... 28) *Chapter 3 Section 305.2 Group E day care facilities; is further amended by adding an exception to read: " Exception: Family child care homes occupied as their primary residence (Group R-3) operating between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. may accommodate a total of 12 children, including children related to staff, of any age without conforming to the requirements of this regulation(Group E occupancy), except for smoke detectors and alarms described in Section 907.2.11.2, carbon monoxide detectors and alarms as specified in Section 908 and ACC 18.70.095, whichever is most strictest applies, means of egress requirements of Section 1003, including emergency escape openings as required by Section 1029 for napping and sleeping rooms, and fire extinguisher requirements as described in the International Fire Code". 29) *Chapter 3 Section 308.3 Institutional Group I-1; is amended by adding"Facilities within this occupancy classification that have occupants needing physical assistance to respond in emergency situations must comply with Section 427" after"capable of self preservation". 30) *Chapter 3 Section 308.3 Institutional Group I-1; is amended by adding" Section 308.3.3 A child care facility that provides on a 24-hour basis to more than five children of two and half years of age or less, including children related to the staff, shall classified as 1-2." 30) *Chapter 3 Section 308.4.1 Institutional Group I-2, Five or fewer persons receiving care: is amended by adding in the first sentence "including persons related to the staff,"after ..the above with five or fewer persons. 31) *Chapter 3 Section 308.6.4 Institutional Group I-2, Five or fewer persons receiving care in a dwelling unit: is amended by adding to the first sentence"including persons related to the staff' after"custodial care". 32) *Chapter 3 Section 310.1 Residential Group R: is amended by adding the sentence"For facilities within this occupancy classification that have occupants needing physical assistance to respond in emergency situations, see Section 427." at the end of the section. 33) *Chapter 3 Section 310.2 Definitions: is amended by adding the definition of"Foster home". 34) *Chapter 3 Section 310.6 Residential Group R-4; is amended by adding a new section"310.6.1 Foster homes: Once a provider takes in six or more (non-related) children, the occupancy is defined as an R-4, otherwise the occupancy is R-3." 35) *Chapter 4 Section 406.3.4 Separation paragraph 1 is amended by deleting "1/2 inch(12.7 mm) gypsum board"and replacing it with"5/8 inch (15.88 mm) Type X gypsum board". 36) *Chapter 4 Section 412.4.1 Exterior walls: is amended by deleting"30 feet(9,144 mm)" and replacing it with"20 feet(6,098mm)". 37) *Adding Chapter 4 Section 425 Special Security Requirements for Elevated Buildings. 38) *Adding Chapter 4 Section 426 Occupants Needing Special Assistance (Groups I-1, I-2 & R-4). 39) *Chapter 5 Section 504 General building heights and areas: is modified by adding a new section; "Section 501.3 Location on property: Buildings must adjoin or have access to a permanent public way or yard on not less than one side. Required yards by this section must be permanently maintained." 40) *Chapter 5 Section 504 Building Height: is amended by adding a new section 504.4: "Section 504.4 Day care facilities: Facilities that are operated in a primary residence (Group R-3) between the hours of 6:00 am and 10:00 pm and accommodating up to 12 children, including those related to the staff, of any age may use the second story of the building without providing an automatic sprinkler system, or complying with Table 508.4, Table 602 and Type VA requirements set out in Table 503, if all other applicable legal provisions for a Group E occupancy are met." 41) *Chapter 5 Table 509 Incidental Accessory occupancies: is amended by changing the wording in the first block under the left column to read: "Furnace rooms in Group E, I, and R-1,R-2 and R-4 occupancies regardless of BTU input, and furnace rooms of all other occupancies where the largest piece of equipment is over 400,000 Btu per hour input.". 42) *Chapter 6 Table 602 Fire Resistance rating requirements for exterior walls based on fire separation distance: add footnote h to read"Combination shops related to an educational facility shall be considered an F-1 occupancy and shall be separated from the E occupancy according to this table."; 43) *Chapter 6 Section 603.1.3 Electrical is amended by adding "Section 603.1.3.1 Electrical weatherheads should be installed on the gable ends when a metal roof is installed."; 44) *Chapter 7 Section 705.2 Projections is amended by adding to item 2 at the end of the first sentence "or fire separation distance in the absence of a lot line."; 45) *Chapter 7 Section 718.4.2 Groups R-1 and R-2 is amended to read"Draftstopping must be provided in attics, mansards, overhangs, or other concealed roof spaces of Group R-2 buildings with three or more dwelling units and in all Group R-1 buildings. The intervening space between any two draftstops or walls must be designed for adequate cross ventilation as described in Section 1203.2. Draftstopping must be installed above, and in line with,tenant and dwelling separation walls that do not extent to the underside of the roof sheathing above."; 46) *Chapter 7 Section 718.4.2 Groups R-1 and R-2 exception 3 is amended to read"Draftstopping in attics spaces of Group R-1 and R-2 occupancies that do not exceed four stories in height may be installed so that the area between draftstops that extends from the ceiling to the roof does not exceed 3,000 square feet, and the greatest horizontal dimension does not exceed 60 feet. The draftstops do not have to be located directly above or in line with walls separating tenant spaces, unless part of the construction required by other provisions of this code. Adequate cross ventilation must be provided in accordance with Section 1203.2."; 47) *Chapter 8 Section 804.4.1 is amended to read"I-1, I-2 and I-3's shall utilized Class 1 flooring covering." 48) *Chapter 8 Section 806.1 General requirements, is amended by adding at the end of the fourth paragraph "or treated by method approved by the fire code official." 49) * Chapter 9 Section 903.2.3 Group E is amended to read: Group E. An automatic sprinkler system must be provided throughout all buildings with group E occupancies. The use of a firewall or barrier does not establish a separate building or fire area for purpose of this section. Exception: Buildings with Group E occupancies having an occupant load of 49 or less. (A) An automatic sprinkler system must also be provided for every portion of educational building below the level of discharge.; (B) Home Day care uses that are licensed to care for more than five persons between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. must be equipped with an automatic sprinkler system designed and installed in Section 903.3.1.3 or an equivalent system approved by the building official." 50) *Chapter 9 Section 903.2.8 Group R is amended to read"Group R. An automatic sprinkler system must be installed in Group R occupancies except as required in 903.2.8.1 through 903.2.8.4." 51) *Chapter 9 Section 903.2.8 is amended by adding a new section"Section 903.2.8.3 Group R-1 Health Clinics with transient quarters: May utilize N.F.P.A. 13R sprinkler system throughout the building; a fire barrier may be utilized to separate the building and utilize a N.F. P.A 13D. In addition, rental cabins with potable water with stays less than 30 days will be considered R-1's and will follow this section." 52) *Chapter 9 Section 903.2.8 is amended by adding a new section"Section 903.2.8.4 Group R-2: An automatic sprinkler system or a residential sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.2 must be provided throughout all buildings with a Group R-2 fire area that are more than two stories in height, including basements, or that have more than four dwelling units or 16 sleeping rooms." 53) *Chapter 9 Section 903.3.1.1 is amended by adding a new section"Section 903.3.1.1.2 Elevator hoist ways and machine rooms: When provisions of this code require the installation of automatic sprinkler systems, the installation in elevator hoist ways and machine rooms must occur as described in Chapter 30 Elevators and conveying systems, of the IBC and N.F.P.A 13, (elevator hoist ways and machine rooms) and adopted by reference, and the American Society for Mechanical Engineers (ASME) A17.1 Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators as adopted by 8 AAC 77.005, as amended as of October 16, 2012 and as amended from time to time; and the fire sprinkler head for the top of the elevator shafts may have a globe valve installed so the single head can be turned off in an emergency. The globe valve must be marked and sealed or locked in the open position. Exception: Sprinklers are not required in an elevator machine room where the machine is: (A) separated from the remainder of the building as described in IBC Section 3006.4; (B) smoke detection is provided in accordance with N.F.P.A 72, and adopted by reference; (C)notification of alarm activation is received at a constantly monitored location; and (D)fire extinguisher is provided in the machine room." 54) *Chapter 9 Section 903.3.1.1 Inspector's test valve, is amended by adding a new section"Section 903.3.1.1.3 Inspector's test valve. A test valve will be installed at the remote area in both dry and wet systems to equal the required flow of one sprinkler head. In locations that use floor control valves the inspector test valve may be collocated. It can be installed to the exterior or to an interior drain." 55) *Chapter 9 Section 903.3.6 Hose threads; is amended by deleting "the fire code official" and replacing it with"AS 18.70.084." 56) *Chapter 9 Section 906.1 Where required; is amended by deleting the Exception in number 1. 57) *Chapter 9 Section 907.1.2 Fire Alarm shop drawings, is amended by adding the following required fire alarm shop drawings for plan review: "14. System riser diagrams; 15. Fire systems designer stamp, signature and date." 58) *Chapter 9 Section 907.2.1 Group A, is amended by replacing the exception to read: "A manual fire alarm system shall be installed in GroupA-2 occupancies with an occupant load of 100 or more." 59) *Chapter 9 Section 907.2.2 Group B is amended by deleting the exception. 60) *Chapter 9 Section 907.2.3Group E is amended by adding a second paragraph to read: "Rooms used for sleeping or napping purposes within a day care use of a Group E occupancy must be provided with smoke alarms that comply with Section 907.2.11.2 and deleting Exception 3." 61) *Chapter 9 Section 907.2.4 Group F, is amended by deleting the exception. • 62) *Chapter 9 Section 907.2.6.1 Group I-1, is amended by deleting the exception 1. 63) *Chapter 9 Section 907.2.7 Group M, is amended by deleting exception 2. 64) *Chapter 9 Section 907.2.9.1 Manual fire alarm system is amended by deleting exception 2. 65) *Chapter 9 Section 907.2.10.1 Manual fire alarm system is amended by deleting exception 2. 66) *Chapter 9 Section 907.2.11 Single and multiple station smoke alarms, is amended by adding a second paragraph to read: "When a plan review is required for an existing Group R occupancy, smoke alarms must be installed as described in Section 907.2.11." 67) *Chapter 9 Section 907.7.2 Record of completion is amended by adding a second paragraph to read: "A copy of the acceptance test certificate verifying completion in accordance with N.F.P.A 72, as adopted by reference, must be forwarded by the firm conducting the test to the division of fire and life safety or the deferred jurisdiction having authority within 30 days of the completion of the installation." 68) *Chapter 9 Section 907.8 Inspection,testing and maintenance; is amended by adding a new section"907.8.1 Mancamp relocation. On each portable or relocatable camp move, a licensed or certified electrician can disconnect and reconnect the fire alarm system, and a licensed or certified plumber can disconnect and reconnect the suppression system. The mancamp must be certified by an appropriate fire system permit holder to provide documentation that the system has been placed back in service and is ready for operation. System certification documentation is to be retained on site and available for review upon request. Annual requirements are still required by the code as reference by 13 AAC 50.025." 69) *Chapter 9 Section 908.7 Carbon monoxide alarms; is amended by adding after the first sentence the following: "At least one carbon monoxide detector or alarm shall be installed on each floor level." 70) *Chapter 9 Section 908.7 Carbon monoxide alarms; is amended by adding the following SENTENCE at the end of the paragraph: "Power source: In new construction, carbon monoxide detectors and alarms shall receive their primary power from the building wiring if the wiring is served from a commercial source, and shall be equipped with a battery backup. Wiring shall be permanent and without a disconnecting switch other than what is required for overcurrent protection." 71) *Chapter 9 Section 909.18 Acceptance tests; is amended by adding a new sentence: "A copy of the acceptance test certificate must be forwarded to the division of fire and life safety or the deferred authority having jurisdiction by the firm conducting the test within 30 days of the completion of the installation." 72) *Chapter 9 Section 910.1 General; is amended by deleting"Exception 2". 73) *Chapter 10 Section 1009.4 Stairway width; is amended by adding an exception: "Exception 5: Ladders used only to attend equipment are exempt from the requirements of Section 1009." 74) *Chapter Section 1009.9.2 Outdoor conditions is amended by adding a sentence: "In occupancies other than Group R-3 and Group U occupancies that are accessory to Group R-3 occupancies, surfaces and landings which are part of exterior stairs in climates with snow or ice shall be designed to minimize the accumulation of the snow or ice." 75) *Chapter 10 Section 1010.8.2 Outdoor conditions; is amended by adding a sentence: "In occupancies other than Group R-3 and Group U occupancies that are accessory to Group R-3 occupancies, surfaces and landings which are part of exterior stairs in climates with snow or ice shall be designed to minimize the accumulation of the snow or ice." 76) *Chapter 10 Section 1015.2.2 Three or more exits or exit access doorways; is amended by adding an exception: EXCEPTIONS: 1. Where the access to three or more exits is required,the separation distance of the third exit door or exit access doorway shall not be less than one-third of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the area served." 77) *Chapter 10 Table 1018.1 Corridor fire-resistance rating; is amended by adding footnote d"R-2 Occupancies shall be permitted to have a one-hour rated corridor without a sprinkler system when the corridor; (A) serves any occupant load LESS THAN 10; (B) serves less than four dwelling units or 16 or LESS sleep rooms; And (C) is less three stories in height." 78) *Chapter 10 Section 1019.1 General; is amended by adding a sentence: "Exterior exit balconies shall be designed to minimize accumulation of snow or ice that impedes the means of egress." 79) *Chapter10 Section 1021.2.2 Basements; is amended by adding a second paragraph: "Basements or the first level below the first story in all occupancies except Group R-3, used exclusively for the service of the building, may have access to only one exit. Any other use of the basement or the first level below the first story must have at least two exits arranged as described in Section 1015.2. For purposes of this paragraph, storage rooms, laundry rooms, maintenance offices, and similar uses may not be considered as providing service to the building." 80) *Chapter 10 Section 1029.1 General; is amended by deleting Exceptions 1 & 2. 81) *Chapter 11 Section 1101.1 Scope; is amended by deleting the first sentence and adding sentences at the end of the section: "Compliance review by the SEWARD BUILDING DEPARTMENT is limited to the review of the accessible route, means of egress requirements of the code, and at least one accessible toilet room along the accessible route. Compliance with the requirements of this chapter and other provisions within the code for accessibility of persons with physical disabilities is the exclusive responsibility of the owner or design professional of record. An advisory plan review may be obtained regarding the design for accessibility of a structure from the office of the state ADA coordinator for the ADA COMPLIANCE PROGRAM at the 10th Floor State Office Building, P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, Alaska 99811-201; telephone NUMBER 907-465-6929, or http://Alaska.gov/ada." 82) *Chapter 16 Section 1601.1 is amended by adding a second paragraph: "This chapter is adopted as design criteria for the structural safety of buildings constructed under this code. Review for conformance with this is not performed by the division of fire and life safety. Compliance with the requirements of this chapter, other provisions in the code for structural design,the Alaska Administrative Order No. 175, local government flood reduction ordinances, and federal oversight and authority through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) under C.F.R. 44, Parts 59-60 is the exclusive responsibility of the building owner or design professional of record. Information on approaches and grants for mitigating natural hazards in construction, including seismic hazards, are available through the State of Alaska, division of homeland security and emergency management at http://www.ready.alaska.gov ." 83) *Chapter 31 Section 3101.1 Temporary structures; is amending the first sentence to read: "The provisions of this section apply to deferred jurisdictions as allowed under 13 AAC 50.075 only, for structures other than tents and membrane structures, erected for a period of less than 180 days. FOR STRUCTURES ERECTED FOR MORE THAN 180 DAYS, SECTION 108 OF THIS CODE APPLIES." 84) *Chapter 31 Section 3103.2 Construction documents; is amended by adding a second sentence: "Structures of less than 300 square feet in floor area that are designed for the specific purpose of providing an enclosure for non-hazardous equipment, and not containing hazardous materials in excess of those found in Tables 307.7(1) and 307.7(2) are not required to be sealed by a registered design professional." 85) *Chapter 31 Section 3401.3 is amended by deleting this section. 86) *Chapter 34 Section 3401.3 Compliance; is amended to read: "Compliance with other codes. Alterations, repairs,additions, and changes of occupancy to existing structures must comply with the provisions for alterations, repairs, additions, and changes of occupancy in the International Fire Code 2012 edition as adopted by reference; the International Mechanical Code 2012 edition as adopted by reference." 87) Chapter 34 Section 3401.6 Alterative compliance: this section is deleted. 88) **Chapter 34 Section 3403.2 Flood hazard areas; is amended to read: "SECTION 3403.2 FLOOD HAZARD AREAS. FOR BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES IN FLOOD HAZARD AREAS ESTABLISHED BY SEWARD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT, SHALL MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF SCC TITLE 15. 89) *Chapter 34 Section 3411.1 Scope; is amended by adding a sentence the end of the first paragraph: "This Section 3411 is adopted as guidance for accessibility." 90) *Chapter 34 Section 3412.2 Applicability; is amended to read: "Applicability. Structures meeting the definition of"existing structure"under Section 202 of this code in which there is work involving additions, alterations, or changes in occupancy must conform to the requirements of this section or the provisions of Sections 3403 —3408 of this code." 91) *Chapter 35 Reference Standards; is amended by changing or adding the referenced standards from the publication date listed to the following editions and the standards are adopted by reference: N.F.P.A 10-2013 Portable Fire Extinguishers N.F.P.A 13-2013 Installation of Sprinkler Systems N.F.P.A 13d-2013 Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One and Two Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes N.F.P.A 13R-2013 Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in height N.F.P.A 14-2013 Standpipe and Hose system N.F.P.A 20-2013 Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection N.F.P.A 72-2013 National Fire Alarm Code N.F.P.A 750-2010 Standards for Water Mist Fire Protection Systems N.F.P.A 2001-2012 Standard on Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems 92) * Appendix of the 1.B.C. is revised by adding APPENDIX L as follows: "APPENDIX L OIL AND GAS INDUSTRIAL PROCESSING BUILDINGS" L 101, General. These provisions have been established to provide engineering methods for the design and construction of hydrocarbon processing buildings in this state. L 102, Scope. These standards augment and are used in conjunction with the respective requirements of the 2012 [2009] International Building Code (I.B.C.), International Mechanical Code (I.M.C.), International Fire Code (I.F.C.) and International Fuel Gas Code (I.F.G.C.) as the minimum requirements for occupancies (F, H, S and U) when designing and constructing hydrocarbon (facilities that are directly connected with the transport or processing of oil and gas or by-products) buildings in this state. These standards apply to industrial occupancies attached to H-2 buildings such as the following: control rooms, offices, break rooms, warehouses, generator enclosures, vehicle storage, and others as approved by the Authority Having Jurisdiction(AHJ). L 102.1 [102.2], Small unoccupied remote dedicated structures, shelters, and enclosures, such as a wellhead shelter (any item that is put over the top of the wellhead that totally encloses the wellhead), communications shelters (unoccupied buildings with no hazardous vapors, gases, or products open to the atmosphere within the structure and that is utilized solely for the housing of wires and their components), pigging enclosures, meter building, and shut-down valve enclosures may be classified as a Group U occupancy if the following conditions are met: 1. The building is less than 1,000 square feet; 2. The contents of the building include only meters, valves, or pipe work; 3. The building is not normally occupied more than once during a 12-hour period; 4. If the building exceeds 300 square feet, the building has at least two exits; 5. Remote is defined as a location that is secured and has limited or no public access and where no other occupied non-oil and gas related buildings or structures are located within one half mile of a flare or emergency process safety blow down exhaust termination.; 6. Dedicated is defined as housing only equipment associated with a single activity such as metering or pigging. L 102.2 [102.3], Structures that meet the requirements of Section L 102.1 [102.2] shall neither require conformance with LB.C. Section 1604.4 nor a professional engineer's registration number or seal on plans if all of the following conditions exist: 1. The building is less than 300 square feet; 2. The building is pre-manufactured; 3. The pre-manufactured building is based on the manufacture's experience or the building has been load tested for the site location conditions. L 102.3 [102.4], Factory fabricated structures of less than 400 square feet in area, singularly or aggregate, that are designed for the specific purpose of providing an enclosure for non-hazardous equipment and not containing hazardous materials in excess of those found in I.B.C. Tables 307.1(1) and 307.7(2) are exempt from plan review in accordance with I.B.C. 105.2. Any structure shall not be occupied for any reason other than maintenance and service of equipment housed within the structure. L 103, Hydrocarbon processing buildings are considered Special Industrial Occupancies as defined in I.B.C. 503.1.1 and are therefore exempt from the height and area limitations of I.B.C. Table 503. L 103.1, Module separation. Elevated pipe ways extending from a building need not be considered projections of the building. L103.2.1, Building extensions and service area platforms. Building extensions of Hydrocarbon Processing Buildings into the yard, include landings, platforms, stairs, vessels, vessel enclosures, tanks, and exhaust or intake hoods. Clear and unobstructed access for firefighting is to be no less than 40 feet. Bridging between buildings must be designed to allow access and operation for firefighting. L_104, Stairs, landings, handrails, and guardrails. Stairs, landings, handrails, and guardrails must meet the minimum requirements of 8 MC 61, as amended as of October 6, 2002 and as amended from time to time; these regulations supersede the respective requirements of the I.B.C. L 104.1, Landings Floor level at doors. Floors or landings may be more than one inch lower than the threshold of doorways if an attempt is made to minimize the drop through the use of ramps at interior doorways as described in Section 1008.1.6, of the 1.B.C. L 104.2, Industrial areas that are fenced or guarded and not open to the public in group B, F, H, R-1, R- 2, or S occupancies, balusters, horizontal intermediate rails or other construction shall not permit a sphere with a diameter of 21 inches (533 mm)to pass through any opening. L 105, Construction specifics. The construction of hydrocarbon processing buildings must comply with Appendix L 105.1 —L 105.3, of this Code. L 105.1, Fire walls. When a fire wall is used to qualify under Section 706 of the I.B.C., the wall must comply with that section. If the fire wall does not extend to the ground, the structural supports for the wall must rest upon, and be completely supported by the pilings. L 105.2, Tank support fireproofing. Fire proofing requirements for steel tank supports, as described in Section 5704.2.9.2.3 [3404.2.9.2.3] of the 1.F.C. (2012 Edition) as adopted by reference, may be waived by the AHJ when justified, based on the remoteness of the facility and lack of public access, or analytical or empirical results indicating that sufficient heat could be transmitted to the permafrost to cause foundation settlement. L 105.2.1, Tank venting and relief requirements for tanks and pressure vessels storing Class 1B or 1C liquids described in Sections 5704.2.1.7.3.6 [3403.2.7.3.6] and 5704.2.7.4 [3404.2.7.4] of the L F.C. (2012 [2009]Edition) may be satisfied by the use of properly sized open vents without flame arrestors. When open vents are utilized they shall be configured to minimize the accumulation of snow and ice. L 105.2.2, Bulk transfer process transfer locations. Bulk transfer and process transfer operations must be conducted in approved locations. Tank vehicle transfer facilities shall be separated from buildings and above-ground tanks by a minimum distance of five feet (1524 mm) for Class I, II, II liquids measured from the nearest position of any tank loading valve and meet the following requirements. 1. Adherence to an approved written company policy for transfer of flammable and combustible liquids; 2. Tank capacity of either the truck or tank shall not exceed 15,000 gallons; 3. Tank vehicle shall be located a minimum of 20 feet from tank connections and a minimum distance of 25 feet from tank or building during transfer operations; 4. Tank fill connections will not be utilized to transfer liquids to tank vehicles. 1. L 105.3, Foam plastic insulated building panels. For hydrocarbon processing buildings used in the actual processing of hydrocarbons and, not normally used in other mineral extraction or manufacturing activities, foam plastic insulated building panels used on these buildings shall apply a foam plastic insulated building panel with a thermal barrier with an index of 15. Factory Mutual(FM) approval Standard 4880 or 2. Separation between individual shelters must be a minimum of six feet; 3. Each wellhead shelter shall only enclose one wellhead; 4. The electrical or communication shelter or wellhead shelter must normally be unoccupied. It is understood that operators need to spend approximately 10 minutes per day taking readings in wellhead shelters and that maintenance is infrequently required. The most extensive maintenance is well wireline work. This work may extend to a week per well and occur once every several years per well. Most of this work is accomplished from outside the wellhead shelter. All maintenance is strictly controlled with a permit system; 5. With the exception of wellhead shelters, separation between individual shelters shall be a minimum of six feet. L 106, Fire suppression. The provisions in Sections L 106.1 — L 106.3 establish the standards for fire suppression at Oil and Gas Hydrocarbon Processing Buildings. L 106.1, Fire extinguishing system. An automatic sprinkler system as specified in I.B.C. section 903.2.5.1 or alternative automatic fire extinguishing system need not be provided in Group H-2 occupancy compressor modules, dehydration modules, metering modules and heater/separator modules if the following conditions are met: 1. The module under consideration primarily handles natural gas and its by-products; 2. The module is located within a secured site with controlled access; 3. The module is normally unoccupied; 4. Significant quantities of Class I or Class II liquids are not present; 5. The aggregate module area under consideration is less than 1,500 square feet; 6. Module construction features panelized type exterior walls that will provide for venting in the event of over pressurization; 7. Combustible gas detection is provided; 8. A mechanical ventilation system capable of providing the following is provided: i. Minimum four air changes per hour operating continuously; ii. Minimum 12 air changes an hour upon detection of combustible or flammable vapors in excess of 20 percent(%) LEL; 9. Upon detection of combustible or flammable vapors in excess of 40 percent (%) LEL Process Safety Management features are automatically initiated to reduce or eliminate the fuel load; 10. Module location complies with 1.B.C. section 705.3. L106.2 Alternate automatic fire-extinguishing (AAFE). Automatic activation for gas detection (inerting or suppression agent) in areas of hydrocarbon processing buildings where (1) both fire and explosion hazards exist, (2) both fire and gas detection systems are (interconnected or independently, or both) installed, (3)the fire and gas detection devices alarm at a continuously staffed control room and trained operators can quickly respond to the fire and gas alarms following specific fire and gas alarm response procedures, and (4) collateral fire damage is likely to be minimal, the following (AAFE) operating activation mode is acceptable: Automatic activation of the (AAFE) system upon gas detection coupled with manual activation of the same (AAFE) system on fire detection is approved. L106.3 Manual activation of total flooding fire suppression systems. In areas where (1) the only hazard is fire, not explosion, (2) fire detection devices alarm at continuously staffed control rooms, (3) trained operators can quickly respond to the fire alarms following specific fire alarm response procedures, and (4) collateral fire damage is likely to be minimal, manual activation of the total flooding fire suppression agent is acceptable. These areas also include continuously staffed control rooms. L 106.4 [L106.3] Platform width. In buildings protected with fire sprinkler systems, any platform that exceeds four feet in width or length is considered an obstruction for the purposes of the installation of sprinkler systems under Section 903.3.1.1 of the I.B.C.". 93) *Appendix of the I.B.C. is revised by adding a new Appendix M as follows: "APPENDIX M: CENTERS FOR MEDICARE AND MEDICAID SERVICES (CMS) VOLUNTARY REVIEW FOR CERTIFICATION OF MEDICARE AND MEDICAID" M 101.1, Scope. The provisions of this appendix apply to all facilities where a provider or supplier has voluntarily applied for certification or accreditation in the Medicare and Medicaid program meeting the requirements of and approved by CMS as specified in 42 C.F.R. The survey forms noted in this appendix are used for all life safety compliance surveys (initial and recertification) of facilities subject to survey and certification inspections for Medicare and Medicaid certification. This includes skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), nursing facilities (NFs) whether freestanding, distinct parts, or dually certified, intermediate care facilities for mentally retarded (ICFs/MR), ambulatory surgical centers (ASC), inpatient hospice facilities,program for all inclusive care for the elderly(PACE) facilities, critical access hospitals (CAH), and psychiatric and general hospitals, including validation surveys of accredited facilities. These survey forms also apply to complaint investigations. M 101.2, Purpose. Certification is a recommendation made by the state survey agency on the compliance of providers and suppliers with the conditions of participation, requirements for skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), nursing facilities (NFs) whether freestanding, distinct parts, or dually certified, intermediate care facilities for mentally retarded (ICFs/MR), ambulatory surgical centers (ASC), inpatient hospice facilities, program for all inclusive care for the elderly (PACE) facilities, critical access hospitals (CAH), and psychiatric and general hospitals. In order to safeguard the health, welfare, and safety of individuals served within a facility, it is imperative that a facility not only attain substantial compliance in each area of identified deficiencies, but that it maintain/remain in continuous compliance. The provisions established in this appendix provide the minimum standards for new facilities which voluntarily seek certification or accreditation in the Medicare and Medicaid program. These minimum standards do exceed some of the minimum occupancy requirements established within the body of this code. which are necessary to meet the requirements of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services as specified in 42 C.F.R. SECTION M 102 DEFINITIONS AND EQUIVALENCIES M 102.1, Definitions. For the purposes of this appendix chapter, the terms, phrases, and words listed in this section and their derivatives shall have the following meanings: (1) "Accredited provider or supplier" means a provider or supplier that has voluntarily applied for and has been accredited by a national accreditation program meeting the requirements of an approved program by CMS in accordance with 42 C.F.R. Section 488.5 or Section 488.6: (2) CMS, means The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, which [WAS FORMERLY KNOWN AS THE HEALTH CARE FINANCING ADMINISTRATION (HCFA), AND] is the federal agency responsible for administering the Medicare and Medicaid programs. M 102.2 Construction type equivalencies. For the purposes of this appendix chapter, Table M 102.2 shall be utilized for cross referencing the various construction types for use in the applicable CMS forms which are in the terms of the N.F.P.A. 220, [ENTITLED,] "Standard on Types of Building Construction.". (Intentionally left blank; Table begins on next page) TABLE M 102.2 CONVERSION TO NFPA 220 CONSTRUCTION TYPES USED ON CMS FORMS Conversion Table to NFPA 220 Construction Types for CMS Forms NFPA Type I Type I Type II Type II Type II Type III Type III Type IV Type V 220 443 332 222 111 000 211 200 2HH 111 SBC I II ---- IV 1HR IV UNP V 1HR V UNP III VI 1HR UBC --- I FR II FR II-1HR II N III-1HR III N IV HT V 1HR B/NBC 1A 1B 2A 2B 2C 3A 3B 4 SA IBC --- IA IB IIA IIB IIIA IIIB IV VA (Intentionally left blank; end of Table M 102.2) FORMS SECTION M 103 APPLICATION FORMS M 103.1, Application. The following forms shall be used to verify substantial compliance with regards to life safety for the department of health and human services centers for medicare and medicaid services. Forms are available at http://www.cms.gov/: 1. Form CMS-2786M entitled, "Worksheet for Rating Residents". 2. Form CMS-2786R entitled, "FIRE SAFETY SURVEY REPORT 2000 CODE—HEALTH CARE Medicare—Medicaid". 3. Form CMS-2786S entitled, "FIRE SAFETY SURVEY REPORT SHORT FORM Medicare—Medicaid". 4. Form CMS-2786T entitled, "FIRE/SMOKE ZONE* EVALUATION WORKSHEET FOR HEALTH CARE FACILITIES". 5. Form CMS-2786U entitled, "FIRE SAFETY SURVEY REPORT— AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTERS —Medicare". 6. Form CMS-2786V entitled, "FIRE SAFETY SURVEY REPORT- 2000 LIFE SAFETY CODE Intermediate Care Facilities for the Mentally Retarded— SMALL". 7. Form CMS-2786W entitled, "FIRE SAFETY SURVEY REPORT— 2000 LIFE SAFETY CODE Intermediate Care Facilities for the Mentally Retarded— LARGE". 8. Form CMS-2786X entitled, "FIRE SAFETY SURVEY REPORT - 2000 LIFE SAFETY CODE Intermediate Care Facilities for the Mentally Retarded - APARTMENT HOUSE". 9. Form CMS-2786Y entitled, "FIRE SAFETY SURVEY REPORT— 2000 LIFE SAFETY CODE Intermediate Care Facilities for the Mentally Retarded - SMALL FSES".; 94) * Appendix of the I.B.C. is revised by adding a new Appendix N as follows: "APPENDIX N REPAIRS TO BUILDING AND STRUCTURES DAMAGED BY THE OCCURRENCE OF A NATURAL DISASTER" N 101, Purpose. The purpose of this appendix is to provide a defined level of repair for buildings or structures damaged by a natural disaster in jurisdictions where the governor has declared a formal condition of disaster emergency under AS 26.23 by proclamation. N 102, General. Required repair levels must be based on the ratio of the estimated value of the repairs required to restore the structural members to their pre-disaster condition to the estimated replacement value of the building or structure. N 103, Structural repairs. When the ratio described in Section N 102 does not exceed 10 percent, as determined by design professionals who are professional architects or professional engineers who meet the requirements of AS 08.48 buildings and structures, except essential facilities included as Category III buildings and structures in Table 1604.5 "Risk Category of Buildings and Other Structures" of this code, must, at a minimum, be restored to their pre-disaster condition. When the ratio described in Section N 102 is greater than 10 percent but less than 50 percent, buildings and structures, except essential facilities included as Category III buildings and structures in Table 1604.5 of this code, must have the damaged structural members, including all critical ties and connections associated with the damaged structural members, all structural members supported by the damaged member, and all structural members supporting the damaged members repaired and strengthened to bring them into compliance with the force levels and connection requirements of this code. These requirements apply to those essential facilities when the ratio described in Section N 102 is less than 30 percent. Exception: For buildings or structures with rigid diaphragms where the above-required repair and strengthening increases the rigidity of the resisting members, the entire lateral force-resisting system of the building or structure must be investigated. When, in the opinion of the building official, an unsafe or adverse condition has been created as a result of the increase in rigidity, the condition must be corrected. When the ratio described in Section N 102 is greater than 50 percent, buildings and structures, except essential facilities included as Category III buildings and structures in Table 1604.5 of this code, must, at a minimum, have the entire building or structure strengthened to comply with the force level and connection requirements of this code. These requirements apply to essential facilities when the ratio described in Section N 102 is greater than or equal to 30 percent. N 104,Nonstructural repairs to light fixtures and suspended ceilings. Under all ratios calculated under N 102, when light fixtures and the suspension systems of a suspended acoustical ceiling are damaged, the damaged light fixtures and suspension systems must be repaired to fully comply with the requirements of Section 803.9 [803.9.1.1] of this code. Undamaged light fixtures and suspension systems must have the additional support and bracing that is required in Section 803.10 [803.9.1] of this code.; 95) *Appendix of the I.B.C. is revised by adding a new Appendix 0 as follows: "APPENDIX 0 FIRE SPRINKLER INCENTIVE RESIDENTIAL SAFETY STAR PROGRAM" 0 101, Purpose. The purpose of the Fire Sprinkler Incentive Residential Safety Star Program is to reward those who are proactive and install residential fire sprinklers in single family residences and residences with not more than two dwelling units. This program, in concert with the insurance industry and city government provides graduated rate and property tax reductions for residential sprinkler coverage. The division of fire and life safety has established this program to rate residences based on the sprinkler coverage in the home and identifies who can install and maintain these systems. O 102, The types of residential sprinkler systems that may be installed to qualify for this program will consist of[NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION] N.F.P.A. 13R, 13D and 750 fine water mist systems and International Residential Code P2904 constant flow systems. O 103. There are four ratings of the Fire Sprinkler Incentive Residential Safety Star Program. O 103.1, Platinum—Complete automatic fire sprinkler system as per N.F.P.A. 13R. O 103.2, Gold—Complete automatic fire sprinkler system as per N.F.P.A. 13D or International Residential Code P2904. O 103.3, Silver—Partial automatic fire sprinkler system as per N.F.P.A. 13R to cover major sources of fire hazards only covering items such as attached garages, laundry rooms, furnace rooms and kitchens. O 103.4, Bronze—Partial automatic fire sprinkler system as per N.F.P.A. 13D or International Residential Code P2904 to cover major sources of fire hazards only covering items such as attached garages, laundry rooms, furnace rooms and kitchens. O 104, Fine water mist systems installed to N.F.P.A. 750 may be considered an equal to the respective categories listed in 0 103.1 and 0 103.3. O 105, System design is to be accomplished by a person holding the proper permit as referenced in 13AAC 50.035 or by the automatic fire suppression system manufacturer. 0 106, System installation can be accomplished by the home owner but the system must be certified complete and operational by a person who holds a permit under 13AAC 50.035. Professional automatic fire suppression system installers who hold a permit under 13AAC 50.035 may install N.F.P.A. 13R, 13D and 750 systems. A plumber who holds an endorsement from the Alaska Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development, division of corporations business and professional licensing may install International Residential Code P2904 systems. O 107, It is the owner's responsibility to ensure that the automatic fire suppression system is inspected and any maintenance required by the manufacturer or ordinance of the local government occur as stated and conducted as specified by 13AAC 50.035. O 108, To participate in the Fire Sprinkler Incentive Residential Safety Star Program an applicant must complete an application as provided by the division of fire and life safety and submit an approved design and certification from the installer that the system was installed and is working per the particular N.F.P.A. standard employed by the homeowner. In turn,the division of fire and life safety will issue the appropriate certificate. The owner will then be able to apply for the incentives provided by the insurance agency and local fire protection property tax exceptions as allowed by law. Eff. 6/25/69, Register 30; am 2/21/71, Register 37; am 6/15/79, Register 71; am 1/14/81, Register 77; am 8/2/86, Register 99; am 10/28/90, Register 116; am 6/10/93, Register 126; am 3/7/96, Register 136; am 8/31/96, Register 139; am 3/27/99, Register 149; am 9/15/2001, Register 159; am 8/27/2004, Register 171; am 9/12/2007, Register 183; am / / , Register ). Authority: A.S. 18.70.080 A.S. 18.70.081 12.05.021 International Residential Code Adopted. A. The International Residential Code, 2012 Edition, approved and published by the International Code Council (Consisting of the Building Officials Code Administrators (BOCA); the International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO), and the Southern Building Code Congress International, Inc. (SBCCI)), is hereby designated and shall be known as the Seward residential code and shall constitute the laws of the city relating to residential building regulation. Although not published in full in this section, all of the provisions of the International Residential Code, 2012 Edition, except as provided in subsection D. of this section, shall be and are hereby adopted by reference to the same extent as if set forth in full in this section except to the extent that the International Residential Code shall be in conflict with this code or any relevant ordinance later adopted, in which case the provisions of this code shall prevail. B. The City of Seward shall possess three copies of the city designated edition of the International Residential Code, for public use, inspection and examination, so long as the provisions thereof remain in force. C. The International Residential Code (IRC) is adopted to regulate all residential occupancies and buildings in the City of Seward. It shall be unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, remove, improve, convert, demolish, or equip any building or structure in the city, or cause or permit the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of the provisions of the International Residential Code adopted and incorporated as the Seward residential building code by this section. D. The International Residential Code, 2012 Edition, adopted in Subsection A of this section, is hereby amended by adopting the following revisions and exceptions to the I.R.C.: The IRC is revised by deleting all references to the "International Fuel Gas Code", with the exception of chapter 6 and 7 and all references to the "International Plumbing Code" and replacing them with "Plumbing Code as adopted by 8AAC 63.010, as amended as of February 23. 2011 and as amended from time to time. (1) Chapter 1, Section R101.1, of the I.R.C. is revised by inserting "City of Seward" as "name of jurisdiction." (2) Chapter 1, Section R102.7, of the I.R.C. is revised by deleting the words "the International Property Maintenance Code or". Table 1-A TABLE 1-A BUILDING PERMIT FEES Total Valuation Fee $1.00 to $500.00 $23.50 $501.00 to $2,000.00 $23.50 for the first$500.00 plus $3.05 for each additional $100.00, or fraction thereof. to and including $2,000.00 $2,001.00 to $25,000.00 $69.25 for first$2,000.00 plus $14.00 for each additional $1000.00, or fraction thereof. to and including $25,000.00. $25,001.00 to $50,000.00 $391.25 for the first$25,000.00 plus $10.10 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, up to and including $50,000.00 $50,001.00 to $100,000.00 $643.75 for the first $50,000.00 plus $7.00 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, up to and including $100,000.00. $100,001.00 to $500,000.00 $993.75 for the first $100,000.00 plus $5.60 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, up to and including $500,000.00. $500,001.00 to $1,000,000.00 $3,233.75 for the first$500,000.00 plus $4.75 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, up to and including $1,000,000.00. $1,000,001.00 and up $5,608.75 for the first$1,000,000.00 plus $3.15 for each$1,000.00, or fraction thereof. Other Inspections and Fees 1. Inspections outside of normal business hours... $47.00 per hour 2. Inspections for which no fee is specifically indicated. 3. Additional plan review required by $47.00 per hour changes, additions or revisions to plans (minimum charge - one-half hour). $47.00 per hour 4. For use of outside consultants for plan checking and inspections, or both Actual Costs (3) Chapter 1, Section R103, of the IRC is revised by replacing the existing title "DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING SAFETY" with "DUTIES AND POWERS OF THE BUILDING OFFICIAL". (4) Chapter 1, Section R103.1 CREATION OF ENFORCEMENT AGENCY, is revised by deleting the entire paragraph and title and replacing it with "GENERAL. The official in charge of enforcing the provisions of this code will be known as the Building Official. The Building Official shall have the authority to render interpretations of this code and to adopt policies and procedures in order to clarify the application of its provisions. Such interpretations, policies and procedures shall be in compliance with the intent and purpose of this code. Such policies and procedures shall not have the effect of waiving requirements specifically provided for in this code." (5) Chapter 1, Section R105.3.1.1, SUBSTANTIALLY IMPROVED OR SUBSTANTIALLY DAMAGED EXISTING BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES, is revised by deleting "Table R301.2 (1)" and inserting the words "City of Seward Ordinance Section 9.15.140." (6) Chapter 1, Section R106.1.3, INFORMATIONAL FOR CONSTRUCTION IN FLOOD HAZARD ARES, is revised by deleting "Table R301.2(1)" and inserting the words "City of Seward Ordinance 15.25". (7) Chapter 1, Section R107, TEMPORARY STRUCTURES AND USES, is deleted in its entirety. (8) Chapter 1, Section R108.2, SCHEDULE OF PERMIT FEES, is amended by deleting all after "in accordance with " and inserting the words " Table 1-A, Building Permit Fees" and inserting Table 1-A in the text. (9) Chapter 1, Section R111, SERVICE UTILITIES, is deleted in its entirety. (10) Chapter 1, Section R112.1 GENERAL, is amended by adding the words "consisting of the City Council of the City of Seward." after the words "hereby created a board of appeals." The period after the word "appeals" is deleted and the third sentence starting with the words "the board of appeals shall...." is deleted in its entirety. (11) Chapter 1, Section R112.3, QUALIFICATIONS, is amended by deleting the entire paragraph and title. 3 r 4 (12) Chapter 3, Table R301.2(1), CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA, TABLE R301.2 (1) CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA Add the following information in the table: Roof Snow Load 80 psf Wind Speed 100 mph Seismic Design Category D 2 Weathering Severe Frost Line Depth 42 inches Termite None— Slight Winter Design Temp. -20 Degrees F Ice Barrier Underlayment required Yes Flood Hazards Yes, see Flood Hazards Maps Air Freeze Index 1673 Mean Annual Temp. 39 Degrees F Decay Slight—Moderate (13) Chapter 3, Section R302.5.1 Opening protection is amended by adding a sentence at the end of the section "All door openings between garage and residence must be equipped with smoke gaskets." (14) Chapter 3, Section R302.6 Dwelling/Garage fire separation is amended by changing the first sentence to read "The garage shall be separated from the residence by a minimum of one hour occupancy separation"and delete table R302.6. (15) Chapter 3, SectionR302.7 Under-stair protection is amended by replacing 'A- inch with "5/8-inch" (16) Chapter 3, Section R310.1 EMERGENCY ESCAPE AND RESCUE REQUIRED is amended by numbering exception in the IRC Code 1. and adding exception number 2: 2. Where windows are provided as a means of escape or rescue in a basement, they shall have a finished sill height of not more than 48 inches above the finished floor." (17) Chapter 3, Section R313.1 TOWNHOUSE AUTOMATIC FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS is amended by at the end of the sentence adding; "that exceeds a total of 3600 square feet per unit or as required by the International Fire Code as adopted". (18) Chapter 3, Section R313.1 EXCEPTION is amended by at the end of the sentence adding; "unless the total square footage per unit exceeds 3600 square feet." 4 (19) Chapter 3, Section R313.2 ONE AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS AUTOMATIC FIRE SYSTEMS is amended by at the end of the sentence adding; "that exceeds a total of 3600 square feet per unit or as required by the International Fire Code as adopted". (20) Chapter 3, Section R313.2 EXCEPTION is amended by at the end of the sentence adding; "unless the total square footage per unit exceeds 3600 square feet." (21) Chapter 3, Section R317.3.1 FASTENERS FOR PRESERVATIVE-TREATED WOOD is amended by deleting the exceptions. (22) Chapter 3, section R322.1 GENERAL is amended by replacing the words " in Table 301.2(1)"with the words"by the City of Seward Flood Zone Maps" (23) Chapter 3, Section R324.1 GENERAL is amended by replacing the words "Table 301.2(1)" with the words "City of Seward Flood Zone Maps" in the first sentence and in the Exception. (24) Chapter 3 Section 322.1.7 PROTECTION OF WATER SUPPLY AND SANITARY SEWAGE SYSTEMS, in the last sentence, delete all after "plumbing provisions of this code" and insert a period after"code". (25) Chapter 3, section R324.1.6 PROTECTION OF WATER SUPPLY AND SANITARY SEWAGE SYSTEMS, in the last sentence, delete all after "plumbing provisions of this code" and insert a period after"code". (26) Chapter 3, R315 CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS Add new subsection: R315.1.1 In new construction, carbon monoxide alarms shall receive their primary power from the building wiring where such wiring is served from a commercial source and shall be equipped with a battery back-up. Wiring shall be permanent and without disconnecting switch other than those required for overcurrent protection. In existing construction, carbon monoxide detectors shall be permitted to be battery powered or cord-and-plug type with battery backup. (27) Chapter 4, Section R401.1 APPLICATION is amended by deleting "Table R301.2 (1)" and replacing it with "City of Seward Flood Zone Maps" and deleting the third sentence and Exception 1 and 2 in their entirety. The last paragraph of the Section is deleted. (28) Chapter 4, Section R402.1 WOOD FOUNDATIONS is deleted in its entirety. (29) Chapter 4, Section R403 FOOTINGS, is amended by deleting Figures R403.1 (1), R403.1 (2), and R403.1 (3). 5 (30) Chapter 4, Section R403.1 GENERAL, is amended by deleting the words "wood foundations"after".concrete foundations," in the first sentence. (31) Chapter 4, Section R403.1.1 MINIMUM SIZE, is amended by deleting the last sentence beginning with the words "Footings for wood foundations " (32) Chapter 4, Section R403.1.3 SEISMIC REINFORCING,by deleting the Exception. (33) Chapter 4, Section R403.1.6, FOUNDATION ANCHORAGE,is deleted in its entirety. (34) Chapter 4, Section R403.1.6.1 FOUNDATION ANCHORAGE IN SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORIES C, DO, D1 and D2 is amended by changing the anchor bolt spacing in item #2 and#3 to read"not more than 4 feet", and deleting item#4 and#6 in its entirety. (35) Chapter 4, Section R404.1 Concrete and masonry foundation walls is deleted in its entirety. (36) Chapter 4, Section R404.1.1, MASONRY FOUNDATION WALLS, is deleted in its entirety. (37) Chapter 4, Section R404.1.2, CONCRETE FOUNDATION WALLS, is deleted in its entirety. (38) Chapter 4, Section R404.1.3, DESIGN REQUIRED is deleted in its entirety. (39) Chapter 4, Section R404.1.4 SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORIES D1 AND D2, is deleted in its entirety. (40) Chapter 4, Table R404.1.1 (1), PLAIN CONCRETE AND PLAIN MASONRY FOUNDATION WALLS, is deleted in its entirety. (41) Chapter 4, Table R404.1.1 (2), REINFORCED CONCRETE AND MASONRY FOUNDATION WALLS, is deleted in its entirety. (42) Chapter 4, Table R404.1.1 (3), REINFORCED CONCRETE AND MASONRY FOUNDATION WALLS, is deleted in its entirety. (43) Chapter 4, Table R404.1.1 (4), REINFORCED CONCRETE AND MASONRY FOUNDATION WALLS, is deleted in its entirety. (44) Chapter 4, Sections R404.1.5 thru R404.2.6, including Table R404.2.3, dealing with wood foundations are deleted in their entirety. 6 } (45) Chapter 4, Section R404.3, WOOD SILL PLATES, Delete paragraph and substitute with the following: Wood sill plates shall be minimum 2-inch by 6-inch nominal lumber and shall be bolted to the foundation or foundation wall with not less than ten (10) inch by five-eights (5/8) inch nominal diameter galvanized steel bolts embedded at least seven (7) inches into the concrete or in fully grouted cells of reinforced masonry and spaced not more than four(4) feet zero (0) inches apart. There shall be a minimum of two bolts per piece with one bolt located within 12 inches of each end of each piece. Washers shall be galvanized and in accordance with R602.11.1. Wood sill plates must be preservative-treated material as specified in Section R317.1. (46) Chapter 4, Section R404.3.1 is created, REINFORCED CONCRETE. 1. The minimum reinforcement for reinforced concrete shall be as follows: 12" Walls 10" Walls #4 @ 12" o.c. each face horizontal #4 @ 8" o.c. horizontal #4 @ 18" o.c. each face vertical #4 @ 12" o.c. vertical 8" Walls 6" Walls #4 @ 10" o.c. horizontal #4 @ 12" o.c. horizontal #4 @ 16" o.c. vertical #4 @ 18" o.c. vertical 2. Reinforced concrete walls shall be anchored to all floors and roofs in accordance with Chapter 16 and 19 of the International Building Code, 2000 edition. 3. All intersecting reinforced concrete walls shall be tied together. 4. All interior and exterior concrete walls shall be reinforced. 5. All structural members framing into or supported on concrete walls or columns shall be anchored. ALTERNATE REINFORCEMENT FOR CONCRETE WALLS 6" Walls )#4 @ 12" hor. #3 @ 8" hor. #5 @ 13" hor. )#4 @ 18" vert. #3 @ 12" vert. #5 @ 18" vert. 8" Walls )#4 @ 10" hor. #3 @ 5 1/2" hor. #5 @ 15" hor. )#4 @ 16" vert. #3 @ 9" E.F. vert. #5 @ 18" vert. 7 10" Walls )#4 @ 8" hor. #3 @.9" E.F. hor. #5 @ 12" hor. )#4 @ 12" vert #3 @ 15" E.F. vert. #5 @ 18" vert. 12" Walls )#4 @ 12" E.F. Hor. #3 @ 7 1/2" E.F. hor. #5 @ 18" E.F. hor. )#4 @ 18" E.F. vert. #3 @ 12" E.F. vert. #5 @ 18" E.F. vert. (E.F. -Each Face) (47) Chapter 4, Figure 404-31, TYPICAL FOUNDATION AND FOOTING DEPTH, is added as shown: TYPICAL EXTERIOR INTERIOR PONY WALL INTERIOR PONY WALL FOUNDATION ON FOOTING ON CONCRETE FLOOR :44:-I bottom plots not per engineer Ie=l minimum 3-Ibd Per 16" Merriman 5'ditfswentfol Mt between inside v ehe.r«a!n cage noo&rim to I=!� • hide or engineered restraint required. enol .Ii connection Per engineer JOISTS PER PUN 8'poured or cmu foundation was, 1 10"wallrequired when wall supports Itl It li II a 3 flaora r engineered design required. ii , , �I�1 2%treated nem-fir fa!-thicker fill d lar ' -� I i sdir+ 10' gin' some nailing pattern.evagi (cedar non rbolt used when 6� �. shear wall edge naaing and anchor spacing b44uHe'49HY�y;:1 B- o designed for cedar). V/3,n, vie4�G!r'''�iv���vi` \ 1 .¢ .<raiad 2.2s3/16 . gale, obhor bolts '�1. v'v ill /le embed.0 e8'at1a2e3/al plots . CMU dial.vertical no.5 rebw O 32' Single family&dopiest 5/8a10 gal,anchor bolts oc./30 diem,lap.horizontal now/r embed.*e8"00. laic,O e8'oc w/40 diambP IIII- �_R8 insulation,thermal borne,tar loam plastic Insulation Poured:....beet no.5 rebel O 18" a or insulation approved for use without therms!barrier. B'tap,horizontal no. 5 rebel et ore a w/12'bP-See Nandaul 16. _II IL _mil polyethylene moisture bonier woe mesh optional 15/tell 2 pH Qel mop __ r otulhone approved 1(c: 1 ler oleo!bottom •�ry`�HV9 Hoo viii i�i ir��i�i L • _ 9 9 e�iov v Hii0�0��0� yy��O��P�O���vrvo�P��y�v i.mil .��r a footing to above rah v'vH NG`v tri '�"/`y`�r`a�`�` �'0�J0�0��0�1✓JrJ Ji`FHPiP.��v� r��iT9 fi�yN��y yd��j� 10.16 footing,(2)no.5 e ,le-16"--4 �)cor S d[robot colncte 16"—/I'hook.I terv .. leper continuous 3'cover k 12"wfce (48) Chapter 4, Figure 404-31, TYPICAL PONY WALL FOR SPLIT LEVEL, is added as shown: 8 1. 2x6 studs, exterior sheathing. shear wall edge nail per engineer, bottom plate nail per engineer minimum 8d 0 6" oc. minimum 3-16d per 16" 8" poured or cmu foundation wall, 2X treated hem—fir sill with sill sealer — thicker sill 10" wall required when wall supports required for some nailing patterns (cedar con be 3 floors or engineered design required. used when shear wall edge nailing and anchor ).\ bolt spacing are designed for cedar ). 10' 6" min. R-1 de commercial: 5/8x10 golv. anchor bolts w/ 7" embed. 0 48" oc 2x2x3/16 plate washers. 6%\\\'�y�`j�4j�>\'0``,\\`;'�`OC w/Single 7" embed® 48 Ieoc.S/8x10 golv. anchor bolts no. 5 rebar continuous CMU: vertical no. 5 rebar 0 32" oc. horizontal no. 5 rebor 48" oc. 40 bar diameter splices. Maximum 5' differential fill between inside versus Poured: vertical no. 5 rebar 0 18" 42" utside or engineered restraint required. oc , horizontal no. 5 rebar 0 15" o or per Hondout 16. 12" lop splices. 15(j felt 2 ply hot mop .� or bituthane or approved woter proof bottom of 16" \ footing to above grade .�r w 3 1/2" slob minimum / I\ (2) no. 5 rebor continuous, 16" X 3" cover and 12" splice. Hook as required. (49) Chapter 4, figure 404-37, TYPICAL BASEMENT FOUNDATION WALL, is added as shown: 9 DO NOT BACKFILL ABOVE 4' UNTIL BLOCKING, FRAMING ANCHORS & PLYWOOD NAILS ARE INSTALLED. I neerI bottom plote nail per engiminimum 3-16d per 16" 5-10d common or / 7-10d box sheathing shear wall edge noil & rim to [minimum joist-blocking sill connection per engineer _ // flash r sd loom I� i 1 ' plastic nsubtion I('I II If above grade I-—� 10' • IIQ block 2 boys O 16" oc when 6.1.-------- `,.I�I . 'oists parallel to foundation wall. it'll=I,-11:-' joists 16" no max. for 11'11711.711-11711-",11.:%'z1.11 joists perpendicular to foundation wall. 6" clear to wood above soil min. 208 treoted hem-lir sill (cedar requires bolts & edge noiling to be engineered). R10 insulation /8" gaiv. anchor bolts 0 12 oc. �r-n=u=u=� n-u=s=„-,. At ea. joist/block 1-L70 w/ 10-10d--11-11=11-II-g=1=1111=1=1=11=1f=.trig-j exterior or interior - or A35 w/ 12-ad ea. side @ offset 11i1110��11�11111111111,jl�lll�lll-"iliI�IIL�LIIttra • _I 1 . • CMU: vertical no. 5 0 16" no, l horizontal no. 5 0 48" oc. 40 bar diameter splices. I inside face 150 felt 2 ply hot mop poured: vertical no. 5 0 18" oc, or bituthane or approved 3 horizontal no. 5 0 15"oc Ploce reinforcement on inside face. water proof bottom of footing or per Handout 16. 24" splices. - 1.5" clear for to obove rade pouredemconcinte. q 1/4" to cdl for emu w/ fine grout. '1 max. wall height 13 course cmu or 8.5' 1/2" to cell for emu w/ coarse grout 8" poured or cmu foundation wall, 1.1 10"wall required when wall supports ill;. 3 floors or analysis required free draining granular Dock fit IiI . standard hook: 7.5" extension, 10x16 footing. �%�I 3.25 bend radius if required. (2) no. 5 continuou 'I 12" lop splice w-:1,'%EMi1 4" slab w/ WWF6x6-1.4x1.4, 6 mil. visquene below slob or 4" drain the or use treated sills for int. walls perforated pipe if indicated • li,C g,',...: •;050=0!0: O • •0. •"0.0.000 00• (50) Chapter 4, Section R406.1, BELOW GRADE MOISTURE BARRIER, delete the existing paragraph and substitute the following: "Foundation walls located below grade shall be damp proofed with either 2-ply of 15 lb. hot-mopped felt, or 1-ply of 30 lb hot-mopped felt, Bituthane or other approved materials." (51) Chapter 4, Section R406.3, Damp proofing for wood foundations, is deleted in its entirety. (52) Chapter 6, Section R601.3 MOISTURE CONTROL, In all framed walls, floors and roof/ceiling comprising elements of the building thermal envelope, a vapor retarder shall be installed on the warm-in-winter side of the insulation. (53) Chapter 6, Section R602.3.2, TOP PLATE,delete exception. 10 • (54) Chapter 7, Section R703.8, FLASHING, is amended by deleting Items 1 and 4. (55) Chapter 8, Section R802.10.3, BRACING, is amended by adding the following details and verbiage to the section: OPTION ? FULL HEKCRT FAOC . IN EVER SPACE WITH 3 OR MORE DAMETEr HOLE`•.: AT TOP OF BLOCK. OPTION ALTERNATE FDLL HEIDHT BL.CK WITH :3 OR MORE 2 DIAMETER HOLES . BLOC AND PARTLA... HEIGHT BLOB,;:,:.. E.ERI OTHER SPACE WITH AN Stili GAO BET'NIr.Et, • ROOF SHEATHING TO TOP OF PARTIAL HE:T;HT EI?...0! -- 2r'O BLOC K FULL HEIGHT C;L3L 8LOC1. A BEVELEE ROOF DIA€'HRACM BOUNDARY NAIL INTO FULL NEICHT P.EQU RED WHERE THE ROOF PITCH £x:'ELDS .412 BLOC PER THE DESIGNER. MINIMUM 84 ? 6 O.C. ANC THE ROOF SHEATHING IS REOUiRED IU BE E< ..�c€ FOR ;PTIGtu I AND 84 0 3' 00 :OR OPTION 2. 1 / APA SHEATHING WIT 1 AN RATtt.G 'HAN OR EOLJA `u ER:HKNt, SPACIN:. :OD LB CAPACITY 'IU P€ AJ E COP P El,H L'L.ATE t zi 0,1E FORS PM! r^' +AN DOW RD I2 FOR ,N FR fi RI..UEsd1.N, / 1 1 DOUBT ED ,OP PLATES. LAP SPOOL. NAIL '',HEATi-i1N( TO BLOOLY ( PER I ---•PEP, l FO€FNER. Uif mum Q-3 <i taH x+fAR WAIL SCHEDULE bTN;4U<M I�► 4' END JGINT _ FISEUS. BRACED WALL PANE 9,EAR WALLS FULLY BLOCKED/ OPTION 3: THIS CONFIGURATION MAY BE USED IN LIEU OF FULL HEIGHT BLOCKS ABOVE EXTERIOR WALLS FOR TRUSSES WITH HEELS OF 11 1/4". SOU° 2X BLOCK MIN. 2X4 6" MAX - 2" MIN BD 0 4" OC. MAX. TIGHTER NAILING— 2" MAX. PATTERNS REQUIRE ENGINEERED DESIGN. ►'''/1� � TRUSS UPUFr CONNECTION PER j;��" � DESIGNER OR HANDOUT RD,12 11 I '''-MARTIAL HEIGHT 2X BLOCK MIN. 2X10 FOR A 11 1/4" HEEL. NAIL SHEATHING TO CONNECT TOP PLATES BLOCKING PER SHEAR TO BLOCK PER SHEAR WALL WALL SCHEDULE. MIN. Bd o 6" OC. SCHEDULE / DESIGNER —SHEAR WALL Other configurations may be deemed acceptable when supported by calculations. 11 (56) Chapter 8, R807.1, ATTIC ACCESS, is amended by adding the following: "Attic access shall not be located in a room containing bathing facilities. (57) Chapter 9, R903.4, ROOF DRAINAGE, is amended by adding the following sentence: Roofs and gutter downspouts shall not create a water flow that damages neighboring properties. (58) Chapter 9, Section R905.1 ROOF COVERING APPLICATION, is amended by adding a new sentence at the end of the paragraph " All roof coverings shall be fastened to 5/8" minimum solidly sheathed decks" (59) Chapter 9, Section R905.2.2 SLOPE, is amended by deleting the entire section and replacing it with the following: "Asphalt shingles shall only be used on roof slopes of three units vertical in 12 units horizontal or greater. Underlayment shall be in accordance with Section R905.2.7 and ice protection shall be in accordance with R905.2.7.1." (60) Chapter 9, Section 905.3.3.1, LOW SLOPE ROOFS, is amended by deleting the words " underlayment shall be a minimum of two layers underlayment applies as follows:" and replace with: " underlayment shall be ice and water shield covering the entire roof." Delete Items 1 and 2. (61) Chapter 9, Section R905.3.3.2, HIGH SLOPED ROOFS, is amended by deleting the words " parallel to and starting from the eaves and lapped 2 inches (51mm), fastened sufficiently in place"and replacing with: "....lapped 4 inches over ice protection. Lap subsequent layers 2 inches horizontally and 4 inches vertically to shed water continuing to the ridge, fastened sufficiently in place. Ice protection shall be in accordance with R905.2.7.1" (62) Chapter 9, Section R905.4, METAL ROOF SHINGLES, is amended by deleting subsections R905.4.1 through R905.4.3 and referring to R905.1, R905.2.2, R905.2.7 and R905.2.7.1. (63) Chapter 9, Section R905.5, MINERAL-SURFACED ROLL ROOFING, is amended by deleting subsections R905.4.1 through R905.5.3. Refer to R905.1; R905.2.2; R905.2.7 and R905.2.7.1. (64) Chapter 9, Section R905.6, SLATE AND SLATE-TYPE SHINGLES, is amended by 12 • deleting subsections R905.6.3. Refer to R905.2.7 and R905.2.7.1. (65) Chapter 9, Section R905.7, WOOD SHINGLES, is amended by deleting subsections R905.7.1 through R905.8.3. Refer to R905.1; R905.2.2; R905.2.7 and R905.2.7.1. (66) Chapter 9, Section R905.8, WOOD SHAKES, is amended by deleting subsections R905.8.1 through R905.7.3. Refer to R905.1; R905.2.2; R9052.7 and R9052.7.1. (67) Chapter 9, Section R905.9.1, SLOPE, is amended by deleting the words: "...except for coal-tar built-up roofs, which shall have a design slope of a minimum one-eighth unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (1-percent slope)." (68) Chapter 9, Section R905.10, METAL ROOF PANELS, is amended by deleting subsections R905.10.1 through R905.10.2. Refer to R905.1; R905.2.2; R905.2.7 and R905.2.7.1. (69) Chapter 9, Section R905.10.2, SLOPE is amended by adding the following to the end of the paragraph: "Install underlayment under all metal roof panels. Underlayment shall be one layer of Type 15 felt. Underlayment shall be installed, starting with 4-inch lap- over ice protection. Each subsequent layer shall be lapped 2 inches horizontally, and 4-inch vertically to shed water continuing to the ridge. Fasten sufficiently to hold in place. Ice protection shall be in accordance with R905.2.7.1" (70) Chapter 11, ENERGY EFFICIENCY, is amended by deleting the chapter in its entirety and replace it with the following: "Chapter 11, Energy Efficiency. All one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses shall comply with the following insulation standards." Minimum Insulation R-Value [(hrft2degF)/Btu] Minimum Ceilings Walls Basement Crawlspace Exposed Glazing Walls Walls Floors U-Factor Above Grade (Cantile vered Floors) Minimum 0.35 R-38 R-19 R-19 R-19 R-30 R-Value (71) Chapter 13, Section M1301.1 SCOPE is amended by in the last sentence deleting "and 13 the International Fuel Gas Code." (72) Chapter 13, Section M1307.2 Anchorage of Appliances is amended by at the end of the section adding a sentence "Boilers shall be secured to resist earthquake motion by anchoring boiler and stand to wall or floor. 14