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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09092013 City Council Laydowns RECEIVED 26 140 \ i SEP 0 9 2013 / ,� � OFFic OF THEi t�4(TI.2 Requirements. CITY c1-7-RK cit gj , a ..----- Add n4 exception 'n this section to read: J Wood foundations shall have a minimum 16-inch x 10-inch reinforced concrete footing. l'49k--(5 °/) .....— '1�y.� R402.1.3 Restraint for Wood Foundations. - \ kik-1 Add a new subsection, R402.1.3 Restraint for Wood Foundations, to read: Basement.A 4-inch thick concrete slab poured against the studs.If a wooden screed is used, it shall be pressure treated Douglas fir or hem fir. Crawlspace. Option 1: A minimum 5-inch wide by 4-inch deep concrete curb poured against the inside face of the studs.The kicker shall be reinforced with a continuous horizontal No. 3 reinforcing bar. If the kicker is not poured with the continuous concrete footing, it may be poured later provided vertical#3 reinforcing bars x 10 inches long shall be cast into the footing at 2 feet on center.They shall extend 2 inches above the top of the footing.The continuous#3 bar shall be secured to the vertical#3 bars. Option 2: Installation of preservative treated 4"x 4"s with a minimum 1/2"x 12"galvanized anchor bolts at 24"O.C. installed in footing against the inside face of studs along the entire perimeter. Exception: The above need not apply if a suitable alternate design is prepared by an engineer registered in the State of Alaska and is approved by the Building Official. R403.2 FOOTINGS FOR WOOD FOUNDATIONS " """""""'°""'""�". .....-,....,�� (?), , „..,_,,,, Footings for wood foundations'shall be in accordance with section 401.2 requirements. V } ` i Ll frr ( 1 -,z, 1-1 I • it k.. g/q // 3 BUILDING PUNNING CC-- R311.83 Handrails required. Handrails shall be pro- 2. Guards on the open side of stairs shall not have vided on at least one side of all ramps exceeding a slope of openings which allow passage of a sphere 43/s one unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (8.33-percent inches(111 mm)in diameter. slope). R312.1.4 Exterior woodplastic composite guards. R311.8.3.1 Height. Handrail height, measured above Woodplastic composite guards shall comply with the pro- the finished surface of the ramp slope, shall be not less visions of Section R317.4. than 34 inches (864 mm)and not more than 38 inches R312.2 Window fall protection. Window fall protection ** (965 mm). shall be provided in accordance with Sections R312.2.1 and R311.8.3.2 Grip size.Handrails on ramps shall comply R312.2.2. with Section R311.7.8.3. R312.2.1 Window sills. In dwelling units, where the R311.8.3.3 Continuity. Handrails where required on opening of an operable window is located more than 72 ramps shall be continuous for the full length of the inches (1829 mm) above the finished grade or surface ramp.Handrail ends shall be returned or shall terminate below,the lowest part of the clear opening of the window in newel posts or safety terminals. Handrails adjacent shall be a minimum of 24 inches (610 mm) above the to a wall shall have a space of not less than 1'/2 inches fininshed floor of the room in which the window is (38 mm)between the wall and the handrails. located. Operable sections of windows shall not permit openings that allow passage of a 4-inch-diameter (102 mm) sphere where such openings are located within 24 SECTION R312 inches(610 mm)of the finished floor. GUARDS AND WINDOW FALL PROTECTION Exceptions: R312.1 Guards.Guards shall be provided in accordance with 1. Windows whose openings will not allow a 4- Sections 8312.1.1 through 8312.1.4. inch-diameter (102 mm) sphere to pass through R312.1.1 Where required.Guards shall be located along the opening when the opening is in its largest open-sided walking surfaces, including stairs, ramps and opened position. landings, that are located more than 30 inches (762 mm) 2. Openings that are provided with window fall pre- measured vertically to the floor or grade below at any vention devices that comply with ASTM F 2090. point within 36 inches (914 mm)horizontally to the edge of the open side. Insect screening shall not be considered 3. Windows that are provided with window opening as a guard. control devices that comply with Section R312.2.2. R312.1.2 Height.Required guards at open-sided walking surfaces, including stairs, porches, balconies or landings, R312.2.2 Window opening control devices. Window shall be not less than 36 inches (914 mm) high measured opening control devices shall comply with ASTM F 2090. The window opening control device, after operation to vertically above the adjacent walking surface, adjacent c release the control device allowing the window to fully fixed seating or the line connecting the leading edges of open,shall not reduce the minimum net clear opening area cJ 2 the treads. of the window unit to less than the area required by Sec- ' 'E Exceptions: tion R310.1.1. 1. Guards on the open sides of stairs shall have a height not less than 34 inches (864 mm) mea- SECTION 8313 sured vertically from a line connecting the lead- UTOMATIC FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS -75--d II ing edges of the treads. R3 3.1 Townhouse automatic fire sprinkler systems. An `� 2. Where the top of the guard also serves as a hand automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall be installed d rail on the open sides of stairs, the top of th in townhouses. 1- E' >` 71-;wx c ee e!c ^ Orut b6 , ,� - guard shall not be less than 34 inches (864 mm S�Q 0,L i-i^ U and not more than 38 inches(965 mm)measur Exctption: An automatic residential fire sprinkler system ,-- ? 11 vertically from a line connecting the leadin shall not be required when additions or alterations are i2 Q edges of the treads. made to existing townhouses that do not have an automatic y - a u R312.1.3 Opening limitations.Required guards shall not residential fire sprinkler system installed. have openings from the walking surface to the required R313.1.1 Design and installation. Automatic residential . guard height which allow passage of a sphere 4 inches \ fire sprinkler systems for townhouses shall be designed (102 mm)in diameterand instal ce, in accordance with Section P2904. I Exceptions: R313.2 One-and two-family dwellings automatic fire sys- tems. N 1. The triangular openings at the open side of stair, An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall be r hvi installed in one-and two-family dwellings. t ,� formed by the riser, tread and bottom rail of a . 7 guard, shall not allow passage of a sphere 6 Exception: An automatic residential fire sprinkler system •s.1 o0 ./ inches(153 mm)in diameter. shall not be required for additions or alterations to exist- 1 b 62 (\\a ` 2012 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE® BUILDING PLANNING iL sZiefi ---___„.---- ing buildings that are not already provided with an auto- doors, or the addition of a porch or deck, are matic residential sprinkler system. exempt from the requirements of this section. 14 8313.2.1 Design and installation. Automatic residential 2. Installation, alteration or repairs of plumbing or 1` fire sprinkler systems shall be designed and installed in mechanical systems are exempt from the require- accordance with Section P2904 or NFPA 13D. ments of this section. R314.4 Power source.Smoke alarms shall receive their pri- • —` mary power from the building wiring when such wiring is SECTION R314 served from a commercial source,and whenrim power is SMOKE ALARMS p interrupted, shall receive power from a battery. Wiring shall IR314.1 Smoke detection and notification. All smoke be permanent and without a disconnecting switch other than alarms shall be listed and labeled in accordance with UL 217 those required for overcurrent protection. and installed in accordance with the provisions of this code Exceptions: and the household fire warning equipment provisions of NFPA 72. 1. Smoke alarms shall be permitted to be battery oper- R314.2 Smoke detection systems.Household fire alarm sys- ated when installed in buildings without commercial power. tems installed in accordance with NFPA 72 that include smoke alarms,or a combination of smoke detector and audi- 2. Hard wiring of smoke alarms in existing areas shall ble notification device installed as required by this section for not be required where the alterations or repairs do smoke alarms, shall be permitted. The household fire alarm not result in the removal of interior wall or ceiling system shall provide the same level of smoke detection and finishes exposing the structure, unless there is an alarm as required by this section for smoke alarms. Where a attic,crawl space or basement available which could household fire warning system is installed using a combina- provide access for hard wiring without the removal tion of smoke detector and audible notification device(s), it of interior finishes. shall become a permanent fixture of the occupancy and R314.5 Interconnection.Where more than one smoke alarm owned by the homeowner.The system shall be monitored by is required to be installed within an individual dwelling unit an approved supervising station and be maintained in accor- in accordance with Section R314.3,the alarm devices shall be dance with NFPA 72. interconnected in such a manner that the actuation of one Exception:Where smoke alarms are provided meeting the alarm will activate all of the alarms in the individual unit. requirements of Section R314.4. Physical interconnection of smoke alarms shall not be R314.3 Location.Smoke alarms shall be installed in the fol required where listed wireless alarms are installed and all alarms sound upon activation of one alarm. lowing locations: 1. In each sleeping room. Exception: Interconnection of smoke alarms in existing areas shall not be required where alterations or repairs do 2. Outside each separate sleeping area in the immediate not result in removal of interior wall or ceiling finishes vicinity of the bedrooms. exposing the structure,unless there is an attic,crawl space 3. On each additional story of the dwelling, including or basement available which could provide access for basements and habitable attics but not including crawl interconnection without the removal of interior finishes. spaces and uninhabitable attics. In dwellings or dwell- ing units with split levels and without an intervening SECTION 8315 door between the adjacent levels, a smoke alarm installed on the upper level shall suffice for the adjacent CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS lower level provided that the lower level is less than 8315.1 Carbon monoxide alarms.For new construction,an one full story below the upper level. approved carbon monoxide alarm shall be installed outside of . each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the R314.3.1 Alterations, repairs and additions. When alterations, repairs or additions requiring a permit occur, bedrooms in dwelling units within which fuel-fired appli or when one or more sleeping rooms are added or created ances are installed and in dwelling units that have attached in existing dwellings,the individual dwelling unit shall be garages. equipped with smoke alarm's located as required for new R315.2 Carbon monoxide detection systems.Carbon mon- dwellings. oxide detection systems that include carbon monoxide detec- Exceptions: tors and audible notification appliances, installed and maintained in accordance with this section for carbon monox- 1. Work involving the exterior surfaces of dwell- ide alarms and NFPA 720, shall be permitted. The carbon ings,such as the replacement of roofing or siding, monoxide detectors shall be listed as complying with UL or the addition or replacement of windows or 2075.Where a household carbon monoxide detection system is installed, it shall become a permanent fixture of the occu- 2012 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE' 63 2 Sponsored by: Hunt Introduction Date: April 22,2013 First Public Hearing: May 28,2013 Second Public Hearing: Aug 12, 2013 Third Public Hearing and Enactment: September 9,2013 CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA ORDINANCE 2013-007 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, AMENDING THE CITY OF SEWARD CODE, SECTION 12.05.021, ADOPTING THE 2012 EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE (IRC), INCLUDING REVISIONS WHEREAS, the City of Seward currently administers the 2006 International Residential Code (IRC); and WHEREAS,the most recent International Residential Code(IRC)is the 2012 edition;and WHEREAS, it is important to remain current for the purpose of recognizing new building . techniques and materials; and WHEREAS,because the current 2012 IRC is the most commonly used industry standard by architects and engineers, our citizens will benefit from more efficient and cost-effective design services if the City of Seward adopts this edition; and WHEREAS,the City of Seward has included additional amendments to modify the code for Seward's climatic,geographic and seismic conditions and to set local fees. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA,HEREBY ORDAINS that: Section 1. The Seward City Code Section 12.05.021 is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 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 ,\ CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA ORDINANCE 2013-007 Page 2 of 16 _ provisions of the International Residential Code, 2012 Edition, except as \-71provided in subsection D.of this section,shall be and are hereby adopted by Ireference 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 \ �1 this code shall prevail. I i. B. The Cityof Seward shallpossess three copies of the city �1 p designated edition of z--� the International Residential Code, for public use, inspection and examination, so long as the provisions thereof remain in force. cs—jn ti �" 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 -41 person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, remove, improve, H 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 Ly_ 7 I provisions of the International Residential Code adopted and incorporated as the Seward residential building code by this section. .Se z 5--e c fi 0"l— J / 0 £ 2 f .Cxc-e .evv° iN D. The International Residential Code (IRC), 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 the Department of Labor". (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". (3) Chapter 1, Section R103, of the IRC is revised by replacing the existing title "DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING SAFETY" with "BUILDING DEPARTMENT". (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 13 )111 CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA ORDINANCE 2013-007 Page 5 of 16 TABLE R301.2 (1) CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA Add the following information in the table: Roof Snow Load 80 psf Uniform 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 Underlayrnent required Yes Flood Hazards Yes, see Flood Hazards Maps Air Freeze Index 1673 Mean Annual Temp. 39 Degrees F Decay Slight—Moderate (12) 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." (13) 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. (14) Chapter 3, SectionR302.7 Under-stair protection is amended by replacing 1/2- inch with "5/8-inch" (15) 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." (16) 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 Ib A CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA ORDINANCE 2013-007 Page 6of16 s o\ • • e feet per unit or as required by the International Fire Code as adopted". ��Z b , (17) Chapter 3, Section R313.1 EXCEPTION is amended by at the end of the sentence adding; /, e y ' ` - ess the total square footage per unit exceeds 3600 square feet." � (18) 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". d (19) Chapter 3, Section R313.2 EXCEPTION is amended by at the end of the sentence adding; 7141 'S "unless the total square footage per unit exceeds 3600 square feet." (20) 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. (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 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". (24) 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". (25) Chapter 4,Section R401.1 APPLICATION is amended by deleting"Table R301.2(1)"and replacing it with"City of Seward Flood Zone Maps" (26) Chapter 4, Section R403.1.3 SEISMIC REINFORCING, by deleting the Exception. SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION R104.11 Alternative materials, design and methods of 4. Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the construction and equipment. The provisions of this code capacity does not exceed 5,000 gallons(18 927 L) are not intended to prevent the installation of any material or and the ratio of height to diameter or width does to prohibit any design or method of construction not specifi- not exceed 2 to 1. cally prescribed by this code,provided that any such alterna- 5. Sidewalks and driveways. five has been approved. An alternative material, design or method of construction shall be approved where the building 6. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, official finds that the proposed design is satisfactory and counter tops and similar finish work. complies with the intent of the provisions of this code, and 7. Prefabricated swimming pools that are less than 24 that the material,method or work offered is,for the purpose inches(610 mm)deep. intended, at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this 8. Swings and other playground equipment. code.Compliance with the specific performance-based provi- sions of the International Codes in lieu of specific require- 9. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall ments of this code shall also be permitted as an alternate. which do not project more than 54 inches (1372 mm) from the exterior wall and do not require R104.11.1 Tests.Whenever there is insufficient evidence additional support. of compliance with the provisions of this code, or evi- dence that a material or method does not conform to the 10. Decks not exceeding 200 square feet(18.58 m2)in requirements of this code, or in order to substantiate area, that are not more than 30 inches (762 mm) claims for alternative materials or methods, the building above grade at any point, are not attached to a official shall have the authority to require tests as evidence dwelling and do not serve the exit door required by of compliance to be made at no expense to the jurisdiction. Section R311.4. Test methods shall be as specified in,this code or by other Electrical: recognized test standards. In the absence of recognized 1. Listed cord-and-plug connected temporary decora- and accepted test methods, the building official shall five lighting. approve the testing procedures. Tests shall be performed 2. Reinstallation of attachment plug receptacles but not by an approved agency. Reports of such tests shall be retained by the building official for the period required for the outlets therefor. retention of public records. 3. Replacement of branch circuit overcurrent devices of the required capacity in the same location. 4. Electrical wiring, devices, appliances, apparatus or SECTION R105 equipment operating at less than 25 volts and not PERMITS capable of supplying more than 50 watts of energy. R105.1 Required. Any owner or authorized agent who 5. Minor repair work, including the replacement of intends to construct,enlarge,alter,repair,move,demolish or lamps or the connection of approved portable elec- change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, trical equipment to approved permanently installed install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any receptacles. electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installa- tion of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such Gas: work to be done, shall first make application to the building 1. Portable heating, cooking or clothes drying appli- official and obtain the required permit. ances. R105.2 Work exempt from permit. Permits shall not be 2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter required for the following. Exemption from permit require- approval of equipment or make such equipment ments of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization unsafe. for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the pro- 3. Portable-fuel-cell appliances that are not connected visions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this to a fixed piping system and are not interconnected jurisdiction. to a power grid. Building: Mechanical: 1. One-story detached accessory structures used as 1. Portable heating appliances. tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar 2. Portable ventilation appliances. uses,provided the floor area does not exceed 200 3. Portable cooling units. square feet(18.58 m2). 4. Steam,hot-or chilled-water piping within any heat- Fences not over 7 feet(2134 mm)high. . ing or cooling equipment regulated by this code. 3. Retaining walls that are not over 4 feet(1219 mm) 5. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter in height measured from the bottom of the footing approval of equipment or make such equipment 4 to the top of the wall, unless supporting a sur- unsafe. charge. 6. Portable evaporative coolers. 2012 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE° 3 BUILDING PLANNING T t, s' s R311.8.3 Handrails required. Handrails shall be pro- 2. Guards on the open side of stairs shall not have ,'. ,� vided on at least one side of all ramps exceeding a slope of openings which allow passage of a sphere 43/8 1 i'', one unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (8.33-percent inches(111 mm)in diameter. i 1 I✓l. slope). R312.1.4 Exterior woodplastic composite guards. t 11 ' R311.8.3.1 Height. Handrail height, measured above Woodplastic composite guards shall comply with the pro- the finished surface of the ramp slope,shall be not less visions of Section R317.4. than 34 inches (864 mm) and not more than 38 inches (965 mm). 8312.2 Window fall protection. Window fall protection shall be provided in accordance with Sections R312.2.1 and R311.8.3.2 Grip size.Handrails on ramps shall comply R312.2.2. i, with Section R311.7.8.3. I t R312.2.1 Window sills. In dwelling units, where the R311.8.3.3 Continuity. Handrails where required on opening of an operable window is located more than 72 ramps shall be continuous for the full length of the inches (1829 mm) above the finished grade or surface II ramp.Handrail ends shall be returned or shall terminate below,the lowest part of the clear opening of the window in newel posts or safety terminals. Handrails adjacent shall be a minimum of 24 inches (610 mm) above the �Ito a wall shall have a space of not less than 11/2 inches fininshed floor of the room in which the window is + (38 mm)between the wall and the handrails. located. Operable sections of windows shall not permit openings that allow passage of a 4-inch-diameter (102 mm) sphere where such openings are located within 24 SECTION R312 inches(610 mm)of the finished floor. ! " GUARDS AND WINDOW FALL PROTECTION Exceptions: 11 ' R312.1 Guards.Guards shall be provided in accordance with . E 1j 1. Windows whose openings will not allow a 4- Sections 8312.1.1 through 8312.1.4. inch-diameter (102 mm) sphere to pass through R312.1.1 Where required.Guards shall be located along the opening when the opening is in its largest Ii I open-sided walking surfaces, including stairs, ramps and opened position. 2. Openings that are provided with window fall pre- landings, that are located more than 30 inches (762 mm) measured vertically to the floor or grade below at any vention devices that comply with ASTM F 2090. I' point within 36 inches (914 mm)horizontally to the edge � ',t1' of the open side. Insect screening shall not be considered 3. Windows that are provided with window opening ' ;' asaguard. control devices that comply with Section II I illi: ' R312.1.2 Height.Required guards at open-sided walking R312.2.2. surfaces, including stairs, porches, balconies or landings, R312.2.2 Window opening control devices. Window ` shall be not less than 36 inches (914 mm)high measured opening control devices shall comply with ASTM F 2090. Il 'is^:"�,, vertically above the adjacent walking surface, adjacent The window opening control device, after operation to fixed seating or the line connecting the leading edges of release the control device allowing the window to fully the treads. open,shall not reduce the minimum net clear opening area of the window unit to less than the area required by Sec- Exceptions: tion R310.1.1. 0.18 1. Guards on the open sides of stairs shall'have a A'S height not less than 34 inches (864 mm) mea- sured vertically from a line connecting the lead- SECTION R313 3113 ing edges of the treads. AUTOMATIC FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS ?I23R 2I�10 2. Where the top of the guard also serves as a hand- 8313.1 Townhouse automatic fire sprinkler systems. An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall be installed rail on the open sides of stairs, the top of the q��1 guard shall not be less than 34 inches (864 mm) in townhouses. and not more than 38 inches(965 mm)measured Exception: An automatic residential fire sprinkler system .�—j vertically from a line connecting the leading shall not be required when additions or alterations are 3L A3M edges of the treads. made to existing townhouses that do not have an automatic 30residential fire sprinklersystem installed. ,231x3'' R312.1.3 Opening limitations.Required guards shall not Y have openings from the walking surface to the required R313.1.1 Design and installation. Automatic residential guard height which allow passage of a sphere 4 inches fire sprinkler systems for townhouses shall be designed (102 mm)in diameter. and installed in accordance with Section P2904. Exceptions: IX R31_ ; •- •n 1 wo- : 1 y 1 we mgs . i 1 II : , , . s- 1. The triangular openings at the open side of stair, ' ' ys e formed by the riser, tread and bottom rail of a - guard, shall not allow passage of a sphere 6 Exc ; • : .••- ' - '.• inches(153 nun)in diameter. .• 1. - . u' i . ,VI' ', . , - . ; ist- 62 2012 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODES BUILDING PLANNING I 1 • •' - . - .. -- . : . - .. .. o- doors, or ` �,, '..,.i. are �� _ ' - • _ exempt fr kJvt k I s.I • ' � . i s •. . . - . . . . - ' •.- .1 2. Installatiter g or . I.- • - .' • . .. .1 . VI i. in mechani uire- • • " ments of R314.4 Power soul .r pri- SECTION R314 mary power from mg is SMOKE ALARMS served from a comr ,wer is interrupted, shall receive t,u..,,- g shall R314.1 Smoke detection and notification. All smoke be permanent and without a disconnecting switen ,,...er than Ialarms shall be listed and labeled in accordance with UL 217 those required for overcurrent protection. and installed in accordance with the provisions of this code Exceptions: and the household fire warning equipment provisions of NFPA 72. 1. Smoke alarms shall be permitted to be battery oper- R314.2 Smoke detection systems.Household fire alarm sys- ated when installed in buildings without commercial power. tems installed in accordance with NFPA 72 that include smoke alarms, or a combination of smoke detector and audi- 2. Hard wiring of smoke alarms in existing areas shall ble notification device installed as required by this section for not be required where the alterations or repairs do smoke alarms, shall be permitted. The household fire alarm not result in the removal of interior wall or ceiling system shall provide the same level of smoke detection and finishes exposing the structure, unless there is an alarm as required by this section for smoke alarms. Where a attic,crawl space or basement available which could household fire warning system is installed using a combina- provide access for hard wiring without the removal tion of smoke detector and audible notification device(s), it of interior finishes. shall become a permanent fixture of the occupancy and R314.5 Interconnection.Where more than one smoke alarm owned by the homeowner.The system shall be monitored by is required to be installed within an individual dwelling unit an approved supervising station and be maintained in accor- in accordance with Section R314.3,the alarm devices shall be dance with NFPA 72. interconnected in such a manner that the actuation of one Exception:Where smoke alarms are provided meeting the alarm will activate all of the alarms in the individual unit. requirements of Section R314.4. Physical interconnection of smoke alarms shall not be R314.3 Location.Smoke alarms shall be installed in the fol- required where listed wireless alarms are installed and all alarms sound upon activation of one alarm. lowing locations: 1. In each sleeping room. Exception: Interconnection of smoke alarms in existing areas shall not be required where alterations or repairs do 2. Outside each separate sleeping area in the immediate not result in removal of interior wall or ceiling finishes vicinity of the bedrooms. exposing the ktructure,unless there is an attic,crawl space 3. On each additional story of the dwelling, including or basement available which could provide access for basements and habitable attics but not including crawl interconnection without the removal of interior finishes. spaces and uninhabitable attics. In dwellings or dwell- ing units with split levels and without an intervening SECTION R315 door between the adjacent levels, a smoke alarm CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS installed on the upper level shall suffice for the adjacent 1 lower level provided that the lower level is less than R315.1 Carbon monoxide alarms.For new construction,an one full story below the upper level. approved carbon monoxide alarm shall be installed outside of R314.3.1 Alterations, repairs and additions. When each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the alterations,repairs or additions requiring a permit occur, bedrooms in dwelling units within which fuel-fired appli- l or when one or more sleeping rooms are added or created ances are installed and in dwelling units that have attached in existing dwellings,the individual dwelling unit shall be garages. equipped with smoke alarms located as required for new R315.2 Carbon monoxide detection systems.Carbon mon- dwellings. oxide detection systems that include carbon monoxide detec- Exceptions: tors and audible notification appliances, installed and maintained in accordance with this section for carbon monox- 1. Work involving the exterior surfaces of dwell- ide alarms and NFPA 720, shall be permitted. The carbon ings,such as the replacement of roofing or siding, monoxide detectors shall be listed as complying with UL or the addition or replacement of windows or 2075.Where a household carbon monoxide detection system is installed,it shall become a permanent fixture of the occu- 2012 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE® 63 FLR JOIST SPANS CHAPTER 4 STEEL FLR FOUNDATIONS FRMG DECKS SECTION R401 TABLE R401.4.1 GENERAL PRESUMPTIVE LOAD-BEARING VALUES OF FOUNDATION MATERIALS' FASTENEI R401.1 Application. The provisions of this chapter shall LOAD-BEARING SCHED control the design and construction of the foundation and CLASS OF MATERIAL PRESSURE foundation spaces for all buildings. In addition to the provi- (pounds per square foot) ' sions of this chapter, the design and construction of founda- WALL tions in flood hazard areas as established by Table R301.2(1) Crystalline bedrock 12,000 BRACIN shall meet the provisions of Section R322.Wood foundations Sedimentary and foliated rock 4,000 shall be designed and installed in accordance with AF&PA Sandy gravel and/or gravel(GW and GP) 3,000 ! WALL PWF. FRMC Sand,silty sand,clayey sand,silty gravel T_ Exception:The provisions of this chapter shall be permit- and clayey gravel(SW,SP,SM,SC,GM 2,000 Mg ted to be used for wood foundations only in the following and GC) situations: _ � 1. In buildings that have no more than two floors and a Clay,sandy clay,silty clay,clayey silt,silt b roof. and sandy silt(CL,ML,MH and CH) 1,500 ti 2. When interior basement and foundation walls are For SI: 1 pound per square foot=0.0479 kPa. constructed at intervals not exceeding 50 feet (15 a. When soil tests are required by Section R401.4, the allowable bearing 4 240 mm). capacities of the soil shall be part of the recommendations. 1 Wood foundations in Seismic Design Category Do, Dt or b.Where the building official determines that in-place soils with an allowable bearing capacity of less than 1,500 psf are likely to be present at D2 shall be designed in accordance with accepted engineering the site, the allowable bearing capacity shall be determined by a soils practice. investigation. 0 R401.2 Requirements. Foundation construction shall be R401.4.2 Compressible or shifting soil. Instead of a capable of accommodating all loads according to Section complete geotechnical evaluation, when top or subsoils R301 and of transmitting the resulting loads to the supporting are compressible or shifting, they shall be removed to a soil. Fill soils that support footings and foundations shall be depth and width sufficient to assure stable moisture con- designed, installed and tested in accordance with accepted tent in each active zone and shall not be used as fill or sta- engineering practice. G%;21 fill used as footings for wood bilized within each active zone by chemical,dewatering or and precast concrete foundations shall comply with Section presaturation. { IN R403.- G R401.3 Drainage. Surface drainage shall be diverted to a _ 1 g g SECTION 8402 storm sewer conveyance or other approved point of collec- MATERIALS , tion that does not create a hazard. Lots shall be graded to R402.1 Wood foundations. Wood foundation systems shall drain surface water away from foundation walls. The grade be designed and installed in accordance with the provisions shall fall a minimum of 6 inches(152 mm)within the first 10 feet(3048 mm). of this code. Exception:Where lot lines,walls,slopes or other physical R402.1.1 Fasteners.Fasteners used below grade to attach plywood to the exterior side of exterior basement or crawl- barriers prohibit 6 inches (152 mm) of fall within 10 feet space wall studs, or fasteners used in knee wall construe- r (3048 mm),drains or swales shall be constructed to ensure tion, shall be of Type 304 or 316 stainless steel.Fasteners drainage away from the structure. Impervious surfaces used above grade to attach plywood and all lumber-to- within 10 feet(3048 mm)of the building foundation shall lumber fasteners except those used in knee wall construc- be sloped a minimum of 2 percent away from the building. tion shall be of Type 304 or 316 stainless steel, silicon R401.4 Soil tests. Where quantifiable data created by bronze, copper, hot-dipped galvanized (zinc coated) steel accepted soil science methodologies indicate expansive,corn- nails, or hot-tumbled galvanized (zinc coated) steel nails. •t: pressible, shifting or other questionable soil characteristics Electro-galvanized steel nails and galvanized(zinc coated) - FOUNDA- are likely to be present, the building official shall determine steel staples shall not be permitted. < TIONS whether to require a soil test to determine the soil's character- R402.1.2 Wood treatment.All lumber and plywood shall U istics at a particular location. This test shall be done by an FDN be pressure-preservative treated and dried after treatment approved agency using an approved method. in accordance with AWPA Ul (Commodity Specification DRAIN- R401.4.1 Geotechnical evaluation. In lieu of a complete A, Use Category 4B and Section 5.2), and shall bear the AGE geotechnical evaluation, the load-being values in Table label of an accredited agency. Where lumber and/or ply- R401.4.1 shall be assumed. wood is cut or drilled after treatment, the treated surface FLOORS 2012 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE® ii 73 FOUNDATIONS shall be field treated with copper naphthenate,the concen- have a minimum concrete cover of 3/4 inch (19.1 tration of which shall contain a minimum of 2 percent cop- mm). tper metal, by repeated brushing, dipping or soaking until 3. Panel-to-panel connections shall be made with rhe avoo :b rbs no more preservative. N Grade 11 steel fasteners. 0022.•��tt concrete shall IN v R Ctoncr e. oncrete s all have a mimmum specified 4. The use of nonstructural fibers shall conform to compressive strength off', as shown in Table R402.2. Con- ASTM C 1116. crete subject to moderate or severe weathering as indicated in Table R301.2(1) shall be air entrained as specified in Table 5. Grout used for bedding precast foundations placed R402.2. The maximum weight of fly ash, other pozzolans, upon concrete footings shall meet ASTM C 1107. silica fume, slag or blended cements that is included in con- crete mixtures for garage floor slabs and for exterior porches, carport slabs and steps that will be exposed to deicing chemi- SECTION R403 cals shall not exceed the percentages of the total weight of FOOTINGS cementitious materials specified in Section 4.2.3 of ACI 318. R403.1 General. All exterior walls shall be supported on Materials used to produce concrete and testing thereof shall continuous solid or fully grouted masonry or concrete foot- comply with the applicable standards listed in Chapter 3 of ings, crushed stone footings, wood foundations, or other ACI 318 or ACI 332. approved structural systems which shall be of sufficient R402.3 Precast concrete.Precast concrete foundations shall design to accommodate all loads according to Section R301 be designed in accordance with Section R404.5 and shall be and to transmit the resulting loads to the soil within the limi- tations as determined from the character of the soil. Footings installed in accordance with the provisions of this code and the manufacturer's installation instructions. shall be supported on undisturbed natural soils or engineered fill. Concrete footing shall be designed and constructed in R402.3.1 Precast concrete foundation materials.Mate- accordance with the provisions of Section R403 or in accor- rials used to produce precast concrete foundations shall dance with ACI 332. meet the following requirements. R403.1.1 Minimum size.Minimum sizes for concrete and n 1. All concrete used in the manufacture of precast con- masonry footings shall be as set forth in Table R403.1 and :; crete foundations shall have a minimum compres- Figure R403.1(1).The footing width,W,shall be based on sive strength of 5,000 psi (34 470 kPa) at 28 days. the load-bearing value of the soil in accordance with Table Concrete exposed to a freezing and thawing envi- R401.4.1. Spread footings shall be at least 6 inches (152 j ronment shall be air entrained with a minimum total mm) in thickness, T. Footing projections, P, shall be at 0 � � � air content of 5 percent. least 2 inches (51 mm) and shall not exceed the thickness Il',1 I4 2. Structural reinforcing steel shall meet the require- of the footing. The size of footings supporting piers and ments of ASTM A 615,A 706 or A 996. The mini- columns shall be based on the tributary load and allowable 11 mum yield strength of reinforcing steel shall be soil pressure in accordance with Table R401.4.1.Footings 40,000 psi (Grade 40) (276 MPa). Steel reinforce- for wood foundations shall be in accordance with the 1 1ment for precast concrete foundation walls shall details set forth in Section R403.2,and Figures R403.1(2) and R403.1(3). J8 US TABLE R402.2 MINIMUM SPECIFIED COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH OF CONCRETE NH 123A MINIMUM SPECIFIED COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH'(f') M3 TYPE OR LOCATION OF CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION Weathering Potential° Negligible Moderate Severe 'TAJO Basement walls,foundations and other concrete not exposed to the weather 2,500 2,500 2,500` Basement slabs and interior slabs on grade,except garage floor slabs 2,500 2,500 2,500` V1A3M Basement walls,foundation walls,exterior walls and other vertical concrete 2,500 3000° 3,0004 30 work exposed to the weather :3803 Porches,carport slabs and steps exposed to the weather,and garage floor 2,500 3,000d' f 3,500''''' AallUO3 slabs , 2I40IT For SI: 1 pound per square inch=6.895 kPa. a. Strength at 28 days psi. b.See Table R301.2(1)for weathering potential. c. Concrete in these locations that may be subject to freezing and thawing during construction shall be air-entrained concrete in accordance with Footnote d. d. Concrete shall be air-entrained.Total air content(percent by volume of concrete)shall be not less than 5 percent or more than 7 percent. e. See Section R402.2 for maximum cementitious materials content. f. For garage floors with a steel-troweled finish,reduction of the total air content(percent by volume of concrete)to not less than 3 percent is permitted if the specified compressive strength of the concrete is increased to not less than 4,000 psi 74 2012 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE® FOUNDATIONS Ft I._ k 2. More than 10 percent of the soil particles pass a R403.3.1.2 Attachment to heated structure.Where a No.200 sieve(75 pm),determined in accordance frost-protected shallow foundation abuts a structure t." with ASTM D 422. that has a monthly mean temperature maintained at a 3. More than 10 percent of the soil particles are less minimum of 64°F (18°C), horizontal insulation and z" than 5 micrometers in size, determined in accor- vertical wall insulation shall not be required between dance with ASTM D 422. the frost-protected shallow foundation and the adjoin- ing structure. Where the frost-protected shallow fowl- ,. 4. Expansion Index greater than 20, determined in dation abuts the heated structure, the horizontal accordance with ASTM D 4829. insulation and vertical wall insulation shall extend lir ' R403.2 Footings for wood foundations. Footings for wood along the adjoining foundation in accordance with Fig- -. foundations shall be in accordance with Frig �e� ure R403.3(4)a distance of not less than Dimension A $'r a•- ''!- _ in Table R403.3(1). '. - "- ' ' • 4 ' ' Exception:Where the frost-protected shallow foun- `' ; dation abuts the heated structure to form an inside = '' ° ' corner, vertical insulation extending along the ' ••• - ,- •• ' ' adjoining foundation is not required. R403.fC.�o A yip .t U1 r to 6 R403.3.2 Protection of horizontal insulation below rost-protected shallow found ons.For buildings ground. Horizontal insulation placed less than 12 inches ' `.- where the monthly mean temperature of the building is main- (305 mm)below thegr ound surface or that portion of hor- tained at a minimum of 64°F (18°C), footings are not izontal insulation extending outward more than 24 inches required to extend below the frost line when protected from (610 mm) from the foundation edge shall be protected frost by insulation in accordance with Figure 1403.3(1) and against damage by use of a concrete slab or asphalt paving Table R403.3(1). Foundations protected from frost in accor- on the ground surface directly above the insulation or by dance with Figure R403.3(1) and Table R403.3(1) shall not cementitious board, plywood rated for below-ground use, y be used for unheated spaces such as porches, utility rooms, or other approved materials placed below ground,directly ;f garages and carports, and shall not be attached to basements above the top surface of the insulation. •.f or crawl spaces that are not maintained at a minimum •R403.3.3 Drainage.Final grade shall be slopedin accor- monthly mean temperature of 64°F(18°C). g dance with Section R401.3.In other than Group I Soils,as • Materials used below grade for the purpose of insulating detailed in Table R405.1, gravel or crushed stone beneath footings against frost shall be labeled as complying with horizontal insulation below ground shall drain to daylight »._ ASTM C 578. or into an approved sewer system. R403.3.1 Foundations adjoining frost-protected shal- , J g p R403.3.4 Termite damage. The use of foam plastic in low foundations. Foundations that adjoin frost-protected areas of"very heavy"termite infestation probability shall shallow foundations shall be protected from frost in accor- be in accordance with Section R318.4. dance with Section R403.1.4. R403.4 Footings for precast concrete foundations. Foot- R4033.1.1 Attachment to unheated slab-on-ground ings for precast concrete foundations shall comply with Sec- structure.Vertical wall insulation and horizontal insula- tion R403.4. tion of frost protected shallow foundations that adjoin a slab-on-ground foundation that does not have a monthly R403.4.1 Crushed stone footings. Clean crushed stone mean temperature maintained at a minimum of 64°F shall be free from organic, clayey or silty soils. Crushed (18°C)shall be in accordance with Figure R403.3(3)and stone shall be angular in nature and meet ASTM C 33, Table R403.3(1). Vertical wall insulation shall extend with the maximum size stone not to exceed I/2 inch(12.7 between the frost protected shallow foundation and themm )and the minimum stone size not to be smaller than adjoining slab foundation. Required horizontal insula- V,6-inch (1.6 mm). Crushed stone footings for precast tion shall be continuous under the adjoining slab founds- foundations shall be installed in accordance with Figure R403.4(1)and Table R403.4.Crushed stone footings shall tion and through any foundation walls adjoining the frost , be consolidated using a vibratory plate in a maximum of protected shallow foundation. Where insulation passes through a foundation wall, it shall either be of a type 8-inch lifts. Crushed stone footings shall be limited to complying with this section and having bearing capacity Seismic Design Categories A,B and C. equal to or greater than the structural loads imposed by R403.4.2 Concrete footings. Concrete footings shall be the building, or the building shall be designed and con- installed in accordance with Section R403.1 and Figure structed using beams, lintels,cantilevers or other means R403.4(2). of transferring building loads such that the structural • loads of the building do not bear on the insulation. 2012 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE" 81 41>rAft. Sponsored by: Hunt Introduction Date: April 22, 2013 First Public Hearing: May 28, 2013 Second Public Hearing: August 12, 2013 Third Public Hearing, Amendment and Enactment: September 9, 2013 CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA ORDINANCE 2013-007 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, AMENDING THE CITY OF SEWARD CODE, SECTION 12.05.021, ADOPTING THE 2012 EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE (IRC),INCLUDING REVISIONS WHEREAS, the City of Seward currently administers the 2006 International Residential Code(IRC); and WHEREAS,the most recent International Residential Code(IRC)is the 2012 edition;and WHEREAS, it is important to remain current for the purpose of recognizing new building techniques and materials; and WHEREAS,because the current 2012 IRC is the most commonly used industry standard by architects and engineers, our citizens will benefit from more efficient and cost-effective design services if the City of Seward adopts this edition; and WHEREAS,the City of Seward has included additional amendments to modify the code for Seward's climatic, geographic and seismic conditions and to set local fees. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA,HEREBY ORDAINS that: Section 1. The Seward City Code Section 12.05.021 is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 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 CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA ORDINANCE 2013-007 Page 2 of 16 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 unlawfulfor 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. See Section R105.2 for -Exceptions. l'J + • gx -� �Yo►,n (4.91. 't. D. The International Residential Code (IRC), 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 the Department of Labor". (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". (3) Chapter 1, Section R103, of the IRC is revised by replacing the existing title "DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING SAFETY"with "BUILDING DEPARTMENT". (4) Chapter 1, Section R103.1 CREATION OF ENFORCEMENT AGENCY,is revised by CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA ORDINANCE 2013-007 Page 3 of 16 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 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. 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 CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA ORDINANCE 2013-007 Page 4 of 16 $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 (8) Chapter 1, Section R111, SERVICE UTILITIES,is deleted in its entirety. (9) 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. (10) Chapter 1, Section R112.3, QUALIFICATIONS, is amended by deleting the entire paragraph and title. (11) Chapter 3, Table R301.2(1), CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA, • 44 CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA ORDINANCE 2013-007 Page 5 of 16 TABLE R301.2 (1) CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA Add the following information in the table: Roof Snow Load 80 psf Uniform 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 Bather Underlayment required Yes Flood Hazards Yes, see Flood Hazards Maps Air Freeze Index 1673 Mean Annual Temp. 39 Degrees F Decay Slight—Moderate (12) 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." (13) 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. (14) Chapter 3, SectionR302.7 Under-stair protection is amended by replacing 1/2- inch with "5/8-inch" (15) 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." (16) 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 • CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA ORDINANCE 2013-007 Page 6 of 16 square feet per unit or as required by the International Fire Code as adoptee '4 I , - _ee .. " • I . , II e „ ti .! (19)—C-hapt P• V di - . . "unless the tot, . . _ :: il .- . •e 1 . - (20) 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. (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 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". (24) 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". (25) Chapter 4,Section R401.1 APPLICATION is amended by deleting"Table R301.2(1)"and replacing it with "City of Seward Flood Zone Maps" cxA dd 1.402. . 1 . 3 T.e,s-t-rzu:wtudo o d u vx d..o,• . (26) Chapter 4, Section R403.1.3 SEISMIC REINFORCING,by deleting the Exception. ��� NiCq-{i'tr\l, as 4 ( cutitd, w al ( CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA ORDINANCE 2013-007 Page 7 of 16 (27) Chapter 4, Section R403.1.6.1 FOUNDATION ANCHORAGE IN SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORIES C,DO,Dl and D2 is amended by changing the anchor bolt spacing in item#2 and 3 to read"not more than 4 feet", AO* ? .* 2— "E0 0+1-V\ (28) tr‘i A) 004 •(>1"olA,-kiIotAA- • Chapter 4, Section R404.1 Concrete and masonry of undation walls is deleted in its entirety. (29) Chapter 4, Section R404.1.1, MASONRY FOUNDATION WALLS, is deleted in its entirety. (30) Chapter 4, Section R404.1.2, CONCRETE FOUNDATION WALLS, ;rc entirety. (31) Chapter 4, Section R404.1.3, DESIGN REQUIRED is deleted in its ent (32) Chapter 4,Section R404.1.4 SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORIES Dl AP its entirety. (33) Chapter 4, Table R404.1.1 (1), PLAIN CONCRETE AND P FOUNDATION WALLS,is deleted in its entirety. (34) Chapter 4, Table R404.1.1 (2), REINFORCED CONCRETE AND MASONRY FOUNDATION WALLS,is deleted in its entirety. (35) Chapter 4, Table R404.1.1 (3), REINFORCED CONCRETE AND MASONRY FOUNDATION WALLS,is deleted in its entirety. (36) Chapter 4, Table R404.1.1 (4), REINFORCED CONCRETE AND MASONRY FOUNDATION WALLS,is deleted in its entirety. (37) 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 CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA ORDINANCE 2013-007 Page 8 of 16 R602.11.1. Wood sill plates must be preservative-treated material as specified in Section R317.1. (38) 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. 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. • CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA ORDINANCE 2013-007 Page 9 of 16 (E.F. -Each Face-double row of bars) (39) 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 I= botom plate nail per engineer =� minimum 3-16d per 16" I maximum 5 differential fill between inside versus motor stall neaps not r rim to I►-� ,-outside or engin«ne reel mint required sal c lion per engineer !. // JOISTS PER Poli 8'poured or ontofoundation.as, J I/T 11 10"roll reru'rea ed.all"MppaM l'I A ••, •,• Ivl 3 noon r engineered design required. , ` uw 20 treated hem-fir set-thicker si11 required for ,s1 16 '' I \ se a ailing patterns(solar con ch be used when shear nett edge terns d anchor us s inn designed for cedar). R-I k Commercial: 5/8410 gan'.anther SOP ` 0/T embed.0 48f ]2.3/18 plate warmers. CMU:vMicol no.5'rob.'0rr32,\r\rr INV'' Si gb family&oras:5/br10 gals.anchor bons oc 0/30 diem.lap.horizontal no. .1 r embed.0 48"ac. radar 0 48"on./40 diem.lop '' Poured:vertical no.5 new O IB' 4. ._Jt8 inimWllon,thermal barrier for foam plastic ineulatlon 8'ap,npRxonl S moor Or in0lotion opprooed for we without thermal bonier. ac III15‘so w/12'lop.See Handout 18. " �_ r oO mil polyethylene moisture bone y n eplt°ngl� 151 Telt 2 ply 1ml At \ or bitulhpne Or atom .d JI`� \ `Z+^^ \ water ptoeabove grade 3' •� �� ••\'\`?o�"yyF %Sb�\%So.�(" 4a4 1\ .'A ., 'F ��J JS�r rr0 Jr �OhJbiSr� r q`rJi�ria�H`�h4�i` .1\ 10116 footing. (2)nor5r (2)w.5 rebar cent hook it nqu✓ad ��r1 — ref or c ntinuo s /—18-- 3"c h 12'split —18'----- 3"cover k 12 splice • CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA ORDINANCE 2013-007 Page 10 of 16 (40) Chapter 4, Figure 404-31, TYPICAL PONY WALL FOR SPLIT LEVEL, is added as shown: 2x6 studs, exterior sheathing. shear wall edge nail per engineer, I bottom plate nail per engineer minimum 8d ® 6" oc. I minimum 3-16d per 16" 8" poured or cmu foundation wall, I 2X treated hem—fir sill with sill sealer — thicker sill 10" wall required when wall supports required for some nailing patterns (cedar can be 3 floors or engineered design required. ...- equired. _ used when shear wall edge nailing and anchor \ ice;_ bolt spacing are designed for cedar ). I\ , 10' 6' min. Pril R-1 & commercial: 5/8x10 gals. anchor bolts r�. w/ 7" embed. 0 48" oc 2x2x3/16 plate washers. 61� �`��`��`:::_,7:1111 yj�`j������11I Single family & duplex: 5/8x10 gals. anchor bolts •'6*(�ii�1� AA1.� ?������� w/ 7" embed.® 48" oc. me CMU: vertical no. 5 rebor ® 32" ,P o.o. 5 rebar continuous oc, horizontal no. 5 rebor c, 48" oc. 40 bar diameter splices. A'I Maximum 5' differential fill between inside versus Poured: vertical no. 5 rebar 0 18" 42" •utside or engineered restraint required. oc horizontalrHandout rebor1 " p 15"i o ill or per Handout 16. 12" lap splices. 15# felt 2 ply hot mop ) orterhro or approved waterp ter proof bottommo o footing to above grade 10" \l, 3 1/2" slab minimum (2) no. 5 rebor continuous, 16" / 3" cover and 12" splice. Hook as required. • CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA ORDINANCE 2013-007 Page 11 of 16 (41) Chapter 4, figure 404-37,TYPICAL BASEMENT FOUNDATION WALL,is added as shown: DO NOT BACKFILL ABOVE 4' UNTIL BLOCKING, FRAMING ANCHORS & PLYWOOD NAILS ARE INSTALLED. III bottom plate nail per engineer minimum 3-16d per 16" 5-10d common or shear wall edge nail & rim to 7-10d box sheathing �to joist-blocking sill Connection per engineer ._ flash rigid foam Ilji i A �A T I ,k '- plastic above grade I/._. 1 l 10 Id� block 2 bays O 16" oc when 6'� = L 'alst9 i-n-1:-11= pbrollel to foundation wall, 110141144r1-11-"=11= joists 16"oc max. for joists _11 - perpendicular to foundation wall. 6" clear to wood above soil min. _i 2X8 treated hem-fir sill (cedar requires bolts & edge nailing to be engineered). /8"golv. anchor bolts 0 12 oc. _ R10 insulation At ea. joist/block 1-L70 w/ 10-10d- II"r1=rI11n=r1=0�11=11=rl�Ill�l ll-lf=a=u-�� exterior or interior II or A35 12-8d ea. side do offset 11 II-11=!!-11=II=111111111.1.1=II=11=Y=1111= I w/ �� IIS II-II-II-O-II--.,,Il,�lf-„IL,,II-II-11-11„11„II CMU: vertical no. 5 0 16” oc, II _> horizontal no. 5 0 48” oc. . 40 bar diameter splices. inside face 15/ felt 2 ply hot mop poured: verticol no. 5 0 18”oc, or bituthane or approved ='I horizontal no. 5 0 15" oc Place reinforcement on inside face. water proof bottom of footing �I or per Handout 16. 24" splices. 1.5" clear for poured concrete. to above grade 1/4" to cell for cmu w/ fire grout. '? moo. wall height 13 course cmu or 8.5' 1/2" to cell for cmu w/ coarse grout .I 8"poured or cmu foundation wall, 10" wall required when wall supports -I��I 3 floors or analysis required free draining granular bock fil =I�1 10x18 footing. standard hook: 7.5"extension, (2) no. 5 eontinuoo- I3.25 bend radius if required. 12" lap splice � I 4" slab w/ WWF6x6-I.4x 1.4, ,-6 mil. visquene below slob or 4"drain tile or / use treated sills for int. walls perforoted pipe if indicated 1 .I�I' :E11ffil�0 O . . . _OOO.OJO 00? (42) 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." (43) Chapter 4,Section R406.3,Damp proofing for wood foundations,is deleted in its entirety. CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA ORDINANCE 2013-007 Page 12 of 16 (44) 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. (45) Chapter 6, Section R602.3.2, TOP PLATE,delete exception. (46) Chapter 7,Section R702.7 is amended to delete the words"interior side of frame walls"and replacing it with"warm in the winter side of the insulation" (47) Chapter 8,Section R802.10.3,BRACING,is amended by adding the following details and verbiage to the section: OPTION 1: FULL HEIGHT BLOCK IN EVERY SPACE WITH 3 OR MORE 2" DIAMETER OR LARGER HOLES AT TOP OF BLOCK. OPTION 2: ALTERNATE FULL HEIGHT BLOCK WITH 3 OR MORE 2" DIAMETER HOLES AT TOP OF BLOCK AND PARTIAL HEIGHT BLOCK EVERY OTHER SPACE WITH AN AIR GAP BETWEEN 1"-2" FROM ROOF SHEATHING TO TOP OF PARTIAL HEIGHT BLOCK - MIN. 2X10 BLOCK. FULL HEIGHT SOLID BLOCK. A BEVELED BLOCK ROOF DIAPHRAGM BOUNDARY NAIL INTO FULL HEIGHT S REQUIRED WHERE THE ROOF PITCH EXCEEDS 4:12 BLOCK PER THE DESIGNER. MINIMUM Sd ® 6" O.C. AND THE ROOF SHEATHING IS REQUIRED TO BE BLOCKED. FOR OPTION 1 AND 8d ® 3" OC FOR OPTION 2. ------ APA SHEATHING WITH SPAN RATING BEATER THAN OR EQUAL TO FRAMING � SPACING. 400 LB CAPACITY HURRICANE CLIP EACH �- TRUSS. STUD PLATE CONNECTORS PER 1_� I HANDOUT RD.12 FOR INTERIOR PLACEMENT. �� , Irmo DOUBLED TOP PLATES, LAP SPLICE NAIL SHEATHING TO BLOCKING PER / PER DESIGNER. MINIMUM 8-16d WITH SHEAR WALL SCHEDULE. MINIMUMS �4' END JOINT OFFSETS. 8d 0 6" OC. BRACED WALL PANELS / SHEAR WALLS FULLY BLOCKED. • CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA ORDINANCE 2013-007 Page 13 of 16 OPTION 3: THIS CONFIGURATION MAY BE USED IN LIEU OF FULL HEIGHT BLOCKS ABOVE EXTERIOR WALLS FOR TRUSSES WITH HEELS OF 11 1/4". SOLID 2X BLOCK MIN. 2X4- 6" X46" MAX – 2" MIN 8D 4" OC. MAX. TIGHTER NAIUNG—N,, ��_yf'+ 2" MAX. PATTERNS REQUIRE ENGINEERED DESIGN. �• 1011111.1111,„ =� TRUSS UPLIFT CONNECTION PER S � DESIGNER OR HANDOUT RD,12 11 I~ -ARTIAL 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. SCHEDULE / DESIGNER 8d 0 6° DC. SHEAR WALL Other configurations may be deemed acceptable when supported by calculations. (48) Chapter 8, R807.1, ATTIC ACCESS,is amended by adding the following: "Attic access shall not be located in a room containing bathing facilities. (49) 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. (50) 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" (51) 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." (52) Chapter 9, Section 905.3.3.1, LOW SLOPE ROOFS, is amended by deleting the words 4 underlayment shall be a minimum of two layers underlayment applies as follows:"and replace CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA ORDINANCE 2013-007 Page 14 of 16 with: " underlayment shall be ice and water shield adhesive type of membrane covering the entire roof." Delete Items 1 and 2. (53) 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" (54) 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. (55) 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. (56) Chapter 9, Section R905.6, SLATE AND SLATE-TYPE SHINGLES, is amended by deleting subsections R905.6.3. Refer to R905.2.7 and R905.2.7.1. (57) 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. (58) 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. (59) 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)." (60) 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. • . CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA ORDINANCE 2013-007 Page 15 of 16 (61) 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" (62) 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)Btui 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 (63) Chapter 13, Section M1301.1 SCOPE is amended by in the last sentence deleting"and the International Fuel Gas Code." (64) 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. Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect ten days after enactment. CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA ORDINANCE 2013-007 Page 16 of 16 ENACTED by the City Council of the City of Seward,Alaska on this 9`"day of September, 2013. THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA David Seaward, Mayor AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ATTEST: Brenda J. Ballou Acting City Clerk (City Seal) Seward Schools Site Based Council • q • • David Kingsland-Principal September 6,2013 Jason Bickling-Principal Trevan Walker-Principal C Seward City Council SGP 0 9 203 PO Box 167 r��r Mica Van Buskirk-President OF Seward,AK 99664 Julie Lindquist-Vice CITY CLERK President Subject: Sea Lion Avenue Safety Concerns Leigh Ray-Secretary • • Stephanie Cronin Dear City Council Members: Linda Ferkinoff Amy Hankins Seward Schools Site Based Council met last week for our first meeting of the year and one of our Laura Hensley agenda items was to review the plans for the design and construction of the Seward Electric Myla Liljemark Department's new warehouse. Reuben Miranda Maya MoriartyIn February of 2012,we came before the City Council to express concerns about the land swap • Alan Nickel between the City of Seward and the Kenai Peninsula Borough and we were told that there would be Raylynn Zweifel no industrial traffic on Sea Lion Ave, and that there would be an alternate exit where all the traffic for this building would be directed. Everyone agreed that this was extremely important for the students'safety. • The current plans for the new warehouse shows the main and only exit for the entire complex will • be a"four way intersection"with the entrance to the Seward Elementary and also where the pedestrian path cross walk will be. This will bring industrial traffic right into the middle of where our smallest children are trying to get to their school and playground on a daily basis. We do not believe that the traffic will be very minimal and that the heavy equipment, service trucks,employee vehicles and delivery vehicles will not be on the road at the same time as our children. • There are other options,and we request that the Electric Department be required to find an • • • alternate exit/driveway before the construction has proceeded too far to make changes. We strongly believe that there should not be a driveway/exit for this facility onto Sea Lion Ave—as we were told in the early planning stages of this project—as it ensures the safety of our children. Please let me know if you have any questions. • Sincerely, til!) 1 Mica Van Buskirk Seward Schools Site Based Council Seward Schools Site Based Council PO Box Seward,AK 99664 907-491-1671 micad@hotmail.com �4 I�0 bio REC REPORT FOR CITY COUNCIL SEP 0 6 2013 FRIENDSHIP ACROSS WATER MURAL TO OBIHIRO OFFICE OF September 6, 2013 THE Submitted by Kristi A. Larson, SMS Project Chair CITY RK 1. THE SEWARD DELEGATION There are eight Seward Mural Society (SMS) Delegates. The group departs Anchorage on Saturday 9-7-13 and then departs Obihiro 9-22-13 to return to Alaska. Delegates are: Justine Pechuzal, Dot Bardarson, Jennifer Headtke, Sheila Morrow, Al Lamberson, Linnea Bardarson, Bethany Waggoner, Kristi Larson (NOTE: Dot Bardarson is still considered a delegate, although she will not be travelling to Obihiro for personal reasons) Seward Mayor David Seaward will also be travelling to Obihiro for the dedication and has his own travel and accommodation agenda. 2. SUPPLIES The committee (Dot Bardarson, Justine Pechuzal) have been working for over a year with Obihiro contacts Josh Neta, David and Norika Campbell to finalize the majority of the supplies that will be purchased there to create the mural. The Obihiro contacts have identified the cost of panels and paints among other things. At this writing, supply costs are under budget A pack date of 9-4-13 was set for supplies purchased locally (Alaska) and which will be divided and packed among the delegation to take to Obihiro. 3. T-SHIRTS T-shirts have been purchased (Dot Bardarson) and will be worn by the delegation. They will also be given as "gifts" to the Japanese who participate in the painting of the mural and other key people in Obihiro. They have been for sale to anyone who wishes to purchase as part of the fundraising efforts. 4. GIFTS FOR DIGNITARIES We obtained a list from Josh Nita and there are eight Obihiro Dignitaries the SMS Delegates will present with gifts at their own personal cost. The entire delegation travelling to Obihiro are artists (save Kristi Larson), so it was decided that each artist bring something of their own creation for one Japanese Dignitary. An art piece created by committee member Gary Cornwall will also go along to round out the eight needed. 5. FUNDRAISING SMS committed funds to the project. The Fundraising Committee (Bethany Wagonner, Susan Cornwall, Linnea Hollingsworth) organized a Master Chef type competition with eight local restaurants competing. Each restaurant created an "Obihiro Special" and agreed to donate 10% of the sale of each special sold in August to SMS. A panel of Judges were assembled and went "tasting" Dishes were judged on a variety of points. Participating local restaurants were Alaska Nellies, Chattermark, Railway Cantina, Chinooks, Reds Burgers, Gene's Place and Woddy's Thai Kitchen. Results: First Place - Gene Place Second Place- Chinooks Third Place - Railway Cantina The amount the committee raised was $2,388.36 6. TRAVEL Committee Member Sheila Morrow, extensively researched all travel aspects of the trip (Airlines, accommodations and transfers) and tickets with insurance were purchased. The committee departs 9-7-13 and returns 9-22-13. A full schedule while in Obihiro is attached. 7. PROMOTION Committee Member Dot Bardarson was in charge of promotion. Through her efforts, we have had numerous articles in the Seward Phoenix Log, The Seward Journal, Seward City News as well as feature in the Sunday Lifestyle section of the Anchorage Daily News. She has photographed all the committee meetings, the replica mural dedication at Murphy's Motel, the welcoming party for the arriving Obihiro Delegation and the SMS/Obihiro Delegation dinner party at Chinooks. She has provided artistic cards and invitations with her software (and flair) 8. BUDGET Attached is a spreadsheet of expenditures to date for your review. 9. SMS plans to make another full report to council upon return from Japan. Seward Mural Delegation Schedule (Tentative) Date Day Time Item Alternative Reference 13:45 Arrive Obihiro Airport ANA4763 9/9 Mon 15:00 Hotel Checkin Garden' s Hotel 9:10--9:30 Obihiro Mayor Visit City Hall 4F 9:30 -9:55 City Council President Council 3F ViRit Loo 9/10 Tue 10:00-16:00 Preperation (visit work space) Raod Maint. Rld 18:30-20:30 Friendship Association Welcome Party Northland Hotel 9/11 Wed 10:00-17:00 Preperation (Shopping, etc. ) 9/12 Thu 10:00--17:00 Prep. (Transfer Design) 4 people free 9/13 Fri 9:00^-17:30 Painting w/ Volunteers 9/14 1K 9:00--17:30 Painting w/ Volunteers 9/15 Sun 9:00--17:30 Painting w/ Volunteers 9/16 Mon 9:00^-17:00 Touch up 9:00^- Clean up/panel transfer Transfer after dry 9/17 Tue Citizen' s Gallery 9:30-- Clear coat Art MuseumMayor Seaward arrives sprayed by sign 9/18 Wed company High School Visit Mayor visit (16:00--16 : 30) 9/19 Thu ) : 0 0 1 7 : 0 0 Tokachi Sight Seeing (w/ Seward Mayor travel with Obihiro Friendship Association) Mayor (morning) Free 9/20 Fri 1 6 :00_0�- Mount Panels Zoo Dedication Meeting 9:3 10:00 Dedication Ceremony Zoo 9/21 Sat, 10:00-11 :00 Art Workshop Zoo 18:00^-20:00 Completion Party & Agreement Exchange Farewell Party Leave Hotel 9:15 Leave Obihiro Airport ANA4762 f I 1 Date Amount Description GL Code — 4/23/2013 $ (565.00) Trip Insurance for Japan (Bardarson, Larson, Headtke, Hollingsworth, Waggoner) 6050 4/23/2013 $ (85.00) Trip Insurance for Japan (Pechuzal) 6050 4/23/2013 $ (259.00) Trip Insurance for Japan (Morrow&Lamberson) 6050 4/23/2013 $ (1,488.00) Air fare Travel Tokyo-Obihiro-Tokyo X 5 ($297.60 each) _ 6145 4/23/2013 $ (912.90) Air fare Travel Tokyo-Obihiro-Tokyo x 3($304.30 each) 6145 4/22/2013 $ (123.60) Big Dipper Clothing T-shirt art fee 6128 4/19/2013 $ (1,758.47) Air fare Travel to Japan (Morrow) 6145 4/19/2013 $ (1,758.47) Air fare Travel to Japan (Lamberson) 6145 4/19/2013 $ (1,732.70) Air fare Travel to Japan (Pechuzal) 6145 4/19/2013 $ (1,732.70) Air fare Travel to Japan (Larson) 6145 4/19/2013 $ (1,732.70) Air fare Travel to Japan (Hollingsworth) 6145 4/19/2013 $ (1,732.70) Air fare Travel to Japan (Headtke) 6145 4/19/2013 $ (1,732.70) Air fare Travel to Japan (Waggoner) 6145 4/19/2013 $ (1,732.70) Air fare Travel to Japan (Bardarson) 6145 4/12/2013 $ 37,420.00 Travel to Japan/City of Seward contribution _ 4000 5/2/2013 $ (952.00) seat upgrades x 8 ($119 each) 6145 5/2/2013 $ (792.00) seat upgrades x 8 ($99 each) 6145 5/10/2013 $ (150.00) Airport Limo, Narita x 5($30 each) 6145 5/21/2013 $ 500.00 Liz Richardson Donation 4000 5/29/2013 $ (1,073.26) 72 t-shirts 6128 6/24/2013 $ (120.00) _t-shirt payment 6128 7/22/2013 $ (5,000.00) Justine Pechuzal/master artist fee 6030 7/29/2013 $ 119.54 t-shirt sale proceeds 4500 $ 51.54 check from Sheila to cover ticket price difference 8/2/2013 $ (450.28) CHECK CRD PURCHASE 08/01 GREGORY INC 620-5436657 KS 491987XXXXXX1008 08321 6128 8/5/2013 $ (39.20) CHECK CRD PURCHASE 08/01 STARBIRD STUDIO SEWARD AK 491987XXXXXX1008 1632 6128 8/7/2013 $ (29.20) _CHECK CRD PURCHASE 08/06 DHARMA TRADING CO. 707-283-0390 CA 491987XXXXXX1 6128 8/7/2013 $ (297.36) $297.36 Purchase of Yen (Foreign Currency Purchase#1087664) 6145 8/7/2013 $ (15.00) $15.00 Shipping and Handling for yen 6080 8/21/2013 $ (6.41) CHECK CRD PURCHASE 08/20 BAYTRDS TRUVALU/FI SEWARD AK 491987XXXXXX1008 2 6128 8/21/2013 $ (106.37) Brushes and other painting supplies 6128 CHECK CF 8/21/2013 $ (946.31) _49 Mural T-shirts 6128 CHECK CF 8/26/2013 $ 197.00 T-shirt sales 4500 DEPOSIT 8/28/2013 $ (28.54) Japanese Lessons 6030 CHECK CF 9/4/2013 $ 2,388.36 proceeds from fund raiser 4100 balance $ 13,323.87 4 /-°-`,"" Vwt�v. S, Add new SECTION 2: The Seward City Council hereby finds that it is in the public interest to waive the competitive procurement requirements in accordance with the provisions of Seward City Code 6.10.120(B) Exemptions from Competitive Procurement Procedures,which expressly authorizes the City to utilize competitive bids obtained by other governmental units. This purchase utilizes State Contract Award No. CA1793-13, Bid. No. 1793. Rename former SECTION 2 to SECTION-3-.- RECENFO SEP 9 2013 A.N_ozo, 'p_ R401.2 Requirements. CITY CL.!RK C7/ g ! 3 Add new exception in this section to read: 3. Wood foundations shall have a minimum 16-inch x 10-inch reinforced concrete footing. R402.1.3 Restraint for Wood Foundations. Add a new subsection, R402.1.3 Restraint for Wood Foundations, to read: Basement.A 4-inch thick concrete slab poured against the studs.If a wooden screed is used, it shall be pressure treated Douglas fir or hem fir. Crawlspace. Option 1: A minimum 5-inch wide by 4-inch deep concrete curb poured against the inside face of the studs.The kicker shall be reinforced with a continuous horizontal No. 3 reinforcing bar. If the kicker is not poured with the continuous concrete footing, it may be poured later provided vertical#3 reinforcing bars x 10 inches long shall be cast into the footing at 2 feet on center.They shall extend 2 inches above the top of the footing.The continuous#3 bar shall be secured to the vertical#3 bars. Option 2: Installation of preservative treated 4"x 4"s with a minimum 1/2"x 12" galvanized anchor bolts at 24"O.C. installed in footing against the inside face of studs along the entire perimeter. Exception: The above need not apply if a suitable alternate design is prepared by an engineer registered in the State of Alaska and is approved by the Building Official. R403.2 FOOTINGS FOR WOOD FOUNDATIONS Footings for wood foundations shall be in accordance with section 401.2 requirements. p Seward Schools Site Based Council David Kingsland-Principal - ..- September 6,2013 Jason Sickling-Principal RECEIVED Trevan Walker-Principal SEP 0 9 2013 Seward City Council S 6 Mica Van Buskirk-President PO Box 167 OFF-1C t`.OF THE Seward,AK 99664 Julie Lindquist-Vice CITY RK President Subject: Sea Lion Avenue Safety Concerns Leigh Ray-Secretary Stephanie Cronin Dear City Council Members: Linda Ferkinoff Amy Hankins Seward Schools Site Based Council met last week for our first meeting of the year and one of our Laura Hensley agenda items was to review the plans for the design and construction of the Seward Electric Myla Liljemark Department's new warehouse. Reuben Miranda Maya Moriarty In February of 2012,we came before the City Council to express concerns about the land swap Alan Nickel between the City of Seward and the Kenai Peninsula Borough and we were told that there would be Ray!ynn Zweite! no industrial traffic on Sea Lion Ave,and that there would be an altemate exit where all the traffic for this building would be directed. Everyone agreed that this was extremely important for the students'safety. { The current plans for the new warehouse shows the main and only exit for the entire complex will be a"four way intersection"with the entrance to the Seward Elementary and also where the pedestrian path cross walk will be. This will bring industrial traffic right into the middle of where our smallest children are trying to get to their school and playground on a daily basis. We do not believe that the traffic will be very minimal and that the heavy equipment,service trucks,employee vehicles and delivery vehicles will not be on the road at the same time as our children. There are other options,and we request that the Electric Department be required to find an alternate exit/driveway before the construction has proceeded too far to make changes. We strongly believe that there should not be a driveway/exit for this facility onto Sea Lion Ave—as we were told in the early planning stages of this project—as it ensures the safety of our children. Please let me know if you have any questions. Sincerely, lr Mica Van Buskirk Seward Schools Site Based Council Seward Schools Site Based Council PO Box Seward,AK 99664 907-491-1671 micad@hotmail.com �- s_o'\n11� h ,> Rc D REPORT FOR CITY COUNCIL SEP 0 6 2G13 FRIENDSHIP ACROSS WATER MURAL TO OBIHIRO September 6, 2013 OFFICE OF THE Submitted by Kristi A. Larson, SMS Project Chair CITY C 1. THE SEWARD DELEGATION There are eight Seward Mural Society (SMS) Delegates. The group departs Anchorage on Saturday 9-7-13 and then departs Obihiro 9-22-13 to return to Alaska. Delegates are: Justine Pechuzal, Dot Bardarson, Jennifer Headtke, Sheila Morrow, Al Lamberson, Linnea Bardarson, Bethany Waggoner, Kristi Larson (NOTE: Dot Bardarson is still considered a delegate, although she will not be travelling to Obihiro for personal reasons) Seward Mayor David Seaward will also be travelling to Obihiro for the dedication and has his own travel and accommodation agenda. 2. SUPPLIES The committee (Dot Bardarson, Justine Pechuzal) have been working for over a year with Obihiro contacts Josh Neta, David and Norika Campbell to finalize the majority of the supplies that will be purchased there to create the mural. The Obihiro contacts have identified the cost of panels and paints among other things. At this writing, supply costs are under budget A pack date of 9-4-13 was set for supplies purchased locally (Alaska) and which will be divided and packed among the delegation to take to Obihiro. 3. T-SHIRTS T-shirts have been purchased (Dot Bardarson) and will be worn by the delegation. They will also be given as "gifts" to the Japanese who participate in the painting of the mural and other key people in Obihiro. They have been for sale to anyone who wishes to purchase as part of the fundraising efforts. 4. GIFTS FOR DIGNITARIES We obtained a list from Josh Nita and there are eight Obihiro Dignitaries the SMS Delegates will present with gifts at their own personal cost. The entire delegation travelling to Obihiro are artists (save Kristi Larson), so it was decided that each artist bring something of their own creation for one Japanese Dignitary. An art piece created by committee member Gary Cornwall will also go along to round out the eight needed. 5. FUNDRAISING SMS committed funds to the project. The Fundraising Committee (Bethany Wagonner, Susan Cornwall, Linnea Hollingsworth) organized a Master Chef type competition with eight local restaurants competing. Each restaurant created an "Obihiro Special" and agreed to donate 10% of the sale of each special sold in August to SMS. A panel of Judges were assembled and went "tasting" Dishes were judged on a variety of points. Participating local restaurants were Alaska Nellies, Chattermark, Railway Cantina, Chinooks, Reds Burgers, Gene's Place and Woddy's Thai Kitchen. 4 Results: First Place - Gene Place Second Place- Chinooks Third Place - Railway Cantina The amount the committee raised was $2,388.36 6. TRAVEL Committee Member Sheila Morrow, extensively researched all travel aspects of the trip (Airlines, accommodations and transfers) and tickets with insurance were purchased. The committee departs 9-7-13 and returns 9-22-13. A full schedule while in Obihiro is attached. 7. PROMOTION Committee Member Dot Bardarson was in charge of promotion. Through her efforts, we have had numerous articles in the Seward Phoenix Log, The Seward Journal, Seward City News as well as feature in the Sunday Lifestyle section of the Anchorage Daily News. She has photographed all the committee meetings, the replica mural dedication at Murphy's Motel, the welcoming party for the arriving Obihiro Delegation and the SMS/Obihiro Delegation dinner party at Chinooks. She has provided artistic cards and invitations with her software (and flair) 8. BUDGET Attached is a spreadsheet of expenditures to date for your review. 9. SMS plans to make another full report to council upon return from Japan. Seward Mural Delegation Schedule (Tentative) s' 1 N..,. Date Day Time Item Alternative Reference 13:45 Arrive Obihiro Airport ANA4763 9/9 Mon 15:00 Hotel Checkin Garden' s Hotel 9:10-9:30 Obihiro Mayor Visit City Hall 4F 9:30^-9:55 City Council President Council 3F Visit Loo 9/10 Tue 10:00-16:00 Preperation (visit work space) Raod Maint. RId 18:30^-20:30 Friendship Association Welcome Party Northland Hotel 9/11 Wed 10:00-17:00 Preperation (Shopping, etc. ) 9/12 Thu 10:00--17:00 Prep. (Transfer Design) 4 people free 9/13 Fri 9:00---17:30 Painting w/ Volunteers 9/14 t. 9:00--17:30 Painting w/ Volunteers 9/15 Sun 9:00---17:30 Painting w/ Volunteers 9/16 Mon 9:00^-17:00 Touch up 9:00-- Clean up/panel transfer Transfer after dry 9/17 Tue Citizen' s Gallery 9:30-- Clear coat Art MuseumMayor Seaward arrives sprayed by sign 9/18 Wed company High School Visit Mayor visit (16:00-16 : 30) 9/19 Thu a : 0 0— 1 7 : 0 0 Tokachi Sight Seeing (w/ Seward Mayor travel with Obihiro Friendship Association) Mayor (morning) Free 9/20 Fri 1 6 :00^- Mount Panels Zoo Dedication Meeting � ,y�. 9:30 -10:00 Dedication Ceremony Zoo 9/21gi? 10:00-11 :00 Art Workshop Zoo 18:00-20:00 Completion Party & Agreement Exchange Farewell Party I /9� 7:50-- Leave Hotel o :// LL 9:15 Leave Obihiro Airport ANA4762 _ Date Amount _ Description _ GL Code --- 4/23/2013 $ (565.00) Trip Insurance for Japan (Bardarson, Larson, Headtke, Hollingsworth, Waggoner) 6050 4/23/2013 $ (85.00) Trip Insurance for Japan (Pechuzal) 6050 4/23/2013 _ $ (259.00) Trip Insurance for Japan (Morrow& Lamberson) 6050 _ 4/23/2013 _$ (1,488.00) Air fare Travel Tokyo-Obihiro-Tokyo X 5 ($297.60 each) 6145 4/23/2013 $ (912.90) Air fare Travel Tokyo-Obihiro-Tokyo x 3 ($304.30 each) _ 6145 4/22/2013 $ (123.60) Big Dipper Clothing T-shirt art fee _ 6128 4/19/2013_ $ (1,758.47) Air fare Travel to Japan (Morrow) _ 6145 4/19/2013 $ (1,758.47) Air fare Travel to Japan (Lamberson) 6145 4/19/2013 $ (1,732.70) Air fare Travel to Japan (Pechuzal) 6145 4/19/2013 _ $ (1,732.70) Air fare Travel to Japan (Larson) 6145 4/19/2013 $ (1,732.70) _Air fare Travel to Japan (Hollingsworth) 6145 4/19/2013 $ (1,732.70) Air fare Travel to Japan (Headtke) 6145 4/19/2013 $ (1,732.70) Air fare Travel to Japan (Waggoner) 6145 4/19/2013 $ (1,732.70) Air fare Travel to Japan (Bardarson) 6145 - 4/12/2013 $ 37,420.00 Travel to Japan/City of Seward contribution 4000 5/2/2013 $ (952.00) seat upgrades x 8 ($119 each) 6145 5/2/2013 $ (792.00) seat upgrades x 8 ($99 each) _ 6145 - 5/10/2013 _$ (150.00) Airport Limo, Narita x 5 ($30 each) 6145 5/21/2013 $ 500.00 Liz Richardson Donation 4000 5/29/2013 $ (1,073.26) 72 t-shirts _ 6128 6/24/2013 $ (120.00) t-shirt payment 6128 _ _ 7/22/2013 $ (5,000.00) Justine Pechuzal/master artist fee 6030 7/29/2013 $ 119.54 t-shirt sale proceeds 4500 $ 51.54 check from Sheila to cover ticket price difference 8/2/2013 $ (450.28) CHECK CRD PURCHASE 08/01 GREGORY INC 620-5436657 KS 491987XXXXXX1008 08321 6128 _ 8/5/2013 $ (39.20) CHECK CRD PURCHASE 08/01 STARBIRD STUDIO SEWARD AK 491987XXXXXX1008 1632 6128 _ 8/7/2013 $ (29.20) CHECK CRD PURCHASE 08/06 DHARMA TRADING CO. 707-283-0390 CA 491987XXXXXXI 6128 8/7/2013 $ (297.36) $297.36 Purchase of Yen (Foreign Currency Purchase#1087664) 6145 8/7/2013 $ (15.00) $15.00 Shipping and Handling for yen 6080 8/21/2013 $ (6.41) CHECK CRD PURCHASE 08/20 BAYTRDS TRUVALU/FI SEWARD AK 491987XXXXXX1008 2 6128 8/21/2013 $ (106.37) Brushes and other painting supplies _ 6128 CHECK CF 8/21/2013 $ (946.31) 49 Mural T-shirts 6128 CHECK CF 8/26/2013 $ 197.00 T-shirt sales 4500 DEPOSIT 8/28/2013 $ (28.54) Japanese Lessons 6030 CHECK CF 9/4/2013 $ 2,388.36 proceeds from fund raiser 4100 balance $ 13,323.87 I