14-51 - O TOWN OF PROSPER, TEXAS ORDINANCE NO. 14-51
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF PROSPER,
TEXAS, REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 04-98, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF
THE FOLLOWING INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE SECTIONS CONTAINED
THEREIN: SECTIONS 903.2, "WHERE REQUIRED"; 903.2.7, "GROUP R";
903.2.8.3, "SELF-SERVICE STORAGE FACILITY"; 903.2.10.3,
"BUILDINGS MORE THAN 35 FEET IN HEIGHT"; 903.2.10.4, "HIGH-PILED
COMBUSTIBLE STORAGE"; 903.2.10.5, "SPRAY BOOTHS AND
ROOMS"; AND 903.2.10.6, "BUILDINGS OVER 5,000 SQUARE FEET,"
WHICH SECTIONS SHALL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT AND
ARE INCORPORATED INTO THIS ORDINANCE; ADOPTING THE 2012
EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE AND ADOPTING
AMENDMENTS THERETO BY REPEALING EXISTING SECTIONS
5.03.001, "ADOPTED," AND 5.03.002, "AMENDMENTS," OF ARTICLE
5.03, "FIRE CODE," OF CHAPTER 5, "FIRE PREVENTION AND
PROTECTION," OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE TOWN OF
PROSPER, TEXAS, AND ADOPTING NEW SECTIONS 5.03.001,
"ADOPTED," AND 5.03.002, "AMENDMENTS," OF ARTICLE 5.03, "FIRE
CODE," OF CHAPTER 5, "FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION," OF
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE TOWN OF PROSPER, TEXAS;
PRESCRIBING REGULATIONS GOVERNING CONDITIONS HAZARDOUS
TO LIFE AND PROPERTY FROM FIRE, HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. AND
EXPLOSIONS; AND PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATION
OF THIS ORDINANCE; PROVIDING FOR REPEALING, SAVINGS AND
SEVERABILITY CLAUSES; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE OF
THIS ORDINANCE AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF THE
CAPTION HEREOF.
WHEREAS, in 2004, the Town Council of the Town of Prosper, Texas ("Town Council"),
adopted the International Fire Code, 2003 Edition, copyrighted by the International Code
Commission, Inc., with certain amendments thereto, in Ordinance No. 04-98; and
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 04-98 contained certain provisions related to residential fire
suppression, among others, and it is the intent of the Town Council to retain those same
provisions in all subsequent editions, and local amendments thereto, of the International Fire
Code-land
WHEREAS, the Town of Prosper, Texas ("Town") has investigated and determined that
it would be advantageous and beneficial to the citizens of the Town to repeal certain provisions
contained in Ordinance No. 04-98 not related to residential fire suppression; and
WHEREAS, a committee of fire code professionals was assembled by the North Central
Texas Council of Governments to recommend local amendments specific to the needs of North
Central Texas, and in the past the Town has regularly adopted these recommended
amendments so that most municipalities in the region use the same or similar fire code
standards; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council has investigated and determined that it would be in the
public interest to adopt the International Fire Code, 2012 Edition, including the deletions and
amendments set forth below.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
PROSPER, TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION 1
The findings set forth above are incorporated into the body of this Ordinance as if fully
set forth herein.
SECTION 2
With the exception of Sections 903.2, "Where Required"; 903.2.7, "Group R"; 903.2.8.3,
"Self-Service Storage Facility"; 903.2.10.3, "Buildings More Than 35 Feet in Height"; 903.2.10.4,
"High-Piled Combustible Storage", 903.2.10.5, "Spray Booths and Rooms"; and 903.2.10.6,
"Buildings Over 5,000 Square Feet," all of which foregoing Fire Code sections presently are in
effect and contained in Section 5.03.002, "Amendments," of Chapter 5, "Fire Prevention and
Protection," of the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Prosper, Texas, shall remain in full force
and effect and are incorporated into this Ordinance, while the remainder of Town Ordinance No.
04-98 is hereby repealed in its entirety, except to the extent noted herein, and the effective date
of the repeal referenced in this Section shall not occur until the effective date of this Ordinance.
Such repeal shall not abate any pending prosecution and/or lawsuit or prevent any prosecution
and/or lawsuit from being commenced for any violation of Ordinance No. 04-98 occurring before
the effective date of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3
From and after the effective date of this Ordinance, existing Section 5.03.001, "Adopted,"
of Article 5.03, "Fire Code," of Chapter 5, "Fire Prevention and Protection," of the Code of
Ordinances of the Town of Prosper, Texas, is hereby repealed in its entirety and replaced by a
new Section 5.03.001, "Adopted," to read as follows:
"Sec. 5.03.001 Adopted
The International Fire Code, 2012 Edition, copyrighted by the International Code Council, Inc.,
including all chapters and Appendices B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I and J, attached hereto and
incorporated herein for all purposes, is hereby adopted as the Fire Code for the Town of
Prosper. The International Fire Code, 2012 Edition, is made a part of this Ordinance as if fully
set forth herein. A copy of the 2012 International Fire Code, 2012 Edition, copyrighted by the
International Code Council, Inc., is on file in the office of the Town Secretary and is marked and
designated as the 2012 International Residential Code."
SECTION 4
From and after the effective date of this Ordinance, existing Section 5.03.002,
"Amendments," of Article 5.03, "Fire Code," of Chapter 5, "Fire Prevention and Protection," of
the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Prosper, Texas, is hereby repealed in its entirety and
replaced by a new Section 5.03.002, "Amendments," to read as follows:
"Sec. 5.03.002 Amendments
The following Sections and Appendices of the International Fire Code, 2012 Edition, are hereby
changed, added or deleted as follows:
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FIRE PREVENTION CODE
(a) Enforcement.
The Fire Chief, or Fire Marshal, is hereby authorized and directed to enforce all
provisions of the International Fire Code as adopted herein and as amended.
(b) Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in the fire code adopted in
this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except
where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
(1) Whenever the word "jurisdiction" is used in the International Fire
Code, it shall mean the corporate limits of the Town of Prosper,
Texas.
(2) Whenever the words "code official" are used in the International
Fire Code, they shall mean the Fire Chief or Fire Marshal of the
Prosper Fire Department.
(c) Fire Code Amendments.
The following amendments repeal and reenact or add sections of the fire code
adopted in this article for the purpose of consistency with specific past practices
and the recommendations of the North Central Texas Council of Governments:
Section 101.1 shall be amended to read as follows:
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the fire code of the
Town of Prosper, hereinafter referred to as "this Code."
Section 102.1 item 3 shall be amended to read as follows:
3. Existing structures, facilities and conditions when required in Chapter
11 or in specific sections of this code.
Section 102.4 shall be amended to read as follows:
102.4 Application of other codes. The design and construction of new
structures, site plans and fire lanes shall comply with this Code, and other
codes as applicable, and any alterations, additions, or changes in
structures required by this Code, which are within the scope of the
International Building Code, shall be made in accordance therewith.
Section 102.7 shall be amended to read as follows:
102.7 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards
referenced in this Code shall be those that are listed in Chapter 80 and
such codes, when specifically adopted, and standards shall be
considered part of the requirements of this Code to the prescribed extent
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of each such reference and as further regulated in Sections 102.7.1 and
102.7.2.
102.7.1 Conflicts. Where conflicts occur between provisions of this code
and referenced codes and standards, the provisions of this code shall
apply.
102.7.2 Provisions in referenced codes and standards. Where the
extent of the reference to a referenced code or standard includes subject
matter that is within the scope of this code and any adopted amendments,
the provisions of this code and any adopted amendments, as applicable,
shall take precedence over the provisions in the referenced code or
standard.
Section 102.7.3 shall be added to read as follows:
102.7.3 Specifically referenced editions of codes and standards. The
most currently published editions shall be specifically adopted for the
following NFPA standards:
NFPA 13
NFPA 13R
NFPA 13D
NFPA 14
NFPA 24
NFPA 25
NFPA 30
NFPA 72
Section 103.1 shall be amended to read as follows:
103.1 General. The fire code shall be enforced by the Division of Fire
Prevention. The Division of Fire Prevention is hereby established as a
division of the Fire Department of the Town of Prosper and shall be
operated under the supervision of the Chief of the Fire Department.
Section 103.2 shall be amended to read as follows:
103.2 Appointment. The Fire Marshal in charge of the Division of Fire
Prevention shall be appointed by the Fire Chief on the basis of proper
qualification.
Section 103.3 shall be amended to read as follows:
103.3 Deputies. The Fire Chief or Fire Marshal may detail such
members of the Fire Department as deputies, inspectors and other
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technical officers as shall from time to time be necessary and each
member so assigned shall be authorized to enforce the provisions of the
International Fire Code.
Section 105.3.3 shall be amended as follows:
105.3.3. Occupancy prohibited before approval. The building or
structure shall not be occupied prior to the fire code official issuing a
permit when required and conducting associated inspections indicating
the applicable provisions of this code have been met.
Section 105.6.47 shall be added to read as follows:
105.6.47 Model Rocketry. Operational approval is required for the
demonstration and use of model rockets, in accordance with NFPA 1122.
Section 105.7.17 shall be added to read as follows:
105.7.17 Smoke control or exhaust systems. Construction permits are
required for smoke control or exhaust systems as specified in Section 909
and Section 910 respectively. Maintenance performed in accordance
with this code is not considered a modification and does not require a
permit.
Section 105.7.18 shall be added to read as follows:
105.7.18 Electronic access control systems. Construction permits are
required for the installation or modification of an electronic access control
system, as specified in Section 503 and Section 1008. A separate
construction permit is required for the installation or modification of a fire
alarm system that may be connected to the access control system.
Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered a
modification and does not require a permit.
Section 105.7.19 shall be added to read as follows:
105.7.19 Emergency and Standby Generators. Construction permits
are required for the installation or modification of an emergency or
standby generator, as specified in Section 604.
Section 105.7.20 shall be added to read as follows:
105.7.20 Access Gates and Barriers. Construction permits are required
for the installation or modification of an access gate or barricade across a
fire department access roadway, as specified in Section 503. A minimum
of two remote transmitters shall be provided to the FD for each new
controlled access gate.
Section 106.2.3 shall be added to read as follows:
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106.2.3 Inspection fees applicability. The Fire Marshal or his
designated representative shall inspect all buildings, premises, or portions
thereof as often as may be necessary. Annual inspection and one (1) re-
inspection shall be made free of charge. If the Fire Marshal or his
designee is required to make follow-up inspections after the initial
inspection and re-inspection to determine whether a violation or violations
observed during the previous inspection have been corrected, a fee shall
be charged. The occupant, lessee, or person making use of the building
or premises shall pay said fee or fees in advance as a condition to
continued lawful occupancy of the building or premises.
Section 108.1 shall be amended to read as follows:
108.1 Appeals. Whenever the fire code official shall disapprove an
application or refuse to grant a permit applied for, or when it is claimed
that the provisions of the fire prevention code do not apply or that the true
intent and meaning of this Code have been misconstrued or wrongly
interpreted, the applicant may appeal from the decision of the code official
to the Construction Board of Appeals within thirty (30) days from the date
of the decision appealed.
Section 109.3.5 shall be added to read as follows:
109.3.5 Citations. It is the intent of this department to achieve
compliance by the traditional means of inspection, notification, granting of
reasonable time to comply and re-inspection. After all reasonable means
to gain compliance have failed, or when a condition exists that causes an
immediate and/or extreme threat to life, property or safety from fire or
explosion, the Fire Chief, Fire Marshal or his designee who have the
discretionary duty to enforce a code or ordinance may issue a notice to
appear (citation) for the violation. Citations shall be issued only by
qualified personnel as designated by the Fire Chief or Fire Marshal.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this code or of the International
Fire Code a citation may be issued without prior notice and the
opportunity to correct the condition or violation.
Section 109.4 shall be amended to read as follows:
109.4 Violation penalties. Any person, firm, partnership, corporation,
association, or other entity violating any provision of this article or of any
code provision adopted herein shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor
and, upon conviction thereof, shall be fined in the sum of not more than
$2,000.00, and each day such violation continues shall constitute a
separate and distinct violation.
Section 109.4.1 shall be amended to read as follows:
109.4.1 Applicability A person, firm, partnership, corporation,
association, or other entity shall be presumed to be the violator if the
person, firm, partnership, corporation, association, or other entity is the
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owner or occupant of the subject property, exercises actual or apparent
control over the subject property, or is listed as the water customer of the
city for the subject property.
Section 111.4 shall be amended to read as follows:
111.4 Failure to comply. Any person, firm, partnership, corporation,
association, or other entity who shall continue any work after having been
served with a stop work order, except any work as that person is directed
to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be deemed
guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction thereof, shall be fined in a
sum of not more than $2,000.00, and each day such action continues
shall constitute a separate and distinct violation.
Section 113.2 shall be amended as follows:
113.2 Schedule of fees. A fee for each permit shall be paid as required,
in accordance with this section.
113.2.1 Inspection fees:
1. Residential fire suppression fee $175.00
2. Commercial fire suppression fee $275.00
3. Commercial fire alarm fee $275.00
4. Re-inspection fees $75.00 per hour (one-hour minimum).
5. Inspection fees for which no fire fee was assessed, per hour
$75.00 per hour (one-hour minimum).
6. Fireworks Display $250.00 per event plus standby personnel as
needed at $50.00 per hour, per staff member.
7. Flammable Liquid Storage Tanks $250.00
8. LP Gas Stationary Tanks $250.00
9. LP Portable Container Site (retail sales) $250.00
10. Theatrical Pyrotechnics Effects $250.00 plus standby personnel
as needed at $50.00 per hour, per staff member.
11. Above Ground Storage Tank Removal $100.00
12. Repair of Existing Tank $100.00
13. Underground Storage Tank New $250.00
14. Underground Storage Tank Removal $150.00
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15. Mechanical Trench Burn $250.00
16. Controlled Access Systems $75.00 per system. Plus electrical
permit and associated fees as required by the Building Inspections
Office.
17. For use of outside consultants for inspections, actual costs.
18. After Hour Inspections $100.00 per hour (minimum one hour)
19. Standby personnel for fireworks displays and special events if
deemed necessary in the interest public safety $55.00 per hour
(minimum two hours). The minimum number of personnel shall be
set by the Fire Chief or Fire Marshal.
113.2.1 Plan review fees:
1. Plan review required by changes, additions or revisions to plans
$47.00 per hour (one- hour minimum).
2. For use of outside consultants for plan review, actual costs.
3. For use of outside consultants for plan review, inspections, or
both: actual costs.
113.2.3 Burn permit fees:
1. Contractors or property owners per occurrence (one acre
minimum)$150.00 deposit required. If the Fire Department
responds, and or extinguishes the fire for failure to comply with the
conditions outlined on the permit. The deposit fee is non-
refundable.
2. Agricultural/contractor/property owner (over one acre), per
occurrence per day $150.00 .
Section 113.3 shall be amended as follows:
113.3 Work commencing before permit issuance. Any person, firm,
partnership, corporation, association, or other entity who commences any
work, activity or operation regulated by this code before obtaining the
necessary permits and or approval. Shall be deemed guilty of a
misdemeanor and, upon conviction thereof, shall be fined in the sum of
not more than $2,000.00, and each day work continues shall constitute a
separate and distinct violation.
Section 202 shall be amended to add the following definitions:
Addressable Fire Detection System. Any system capable of providing
identification of each individual alarm-initiating device. The identification
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shall be in plain English and as descriptive as possible to specifically
identify the location of the device in alarm. The system shall have the
capability of alarm verification.
Analog Intelligent Addressable Fire Detection System. Any system
capable of calculating a change in value by directly measurable quantities
(voltage, resistance, etc.) at the sensing point. The physical analog may
be conducted at the sensing point or at the main control panel. The
system shall be capable of compensating for long-term changes in sensor
response while maintaining a constant sensitivity. The compensation shall
have a preset point at which a detector maintenance signal shall be
transmitted to the control panel. The sensor shall remain capable of
detecting and transmitting an alarm while in maintenance alert.
Self-Service Storage Facility. Real property designed and used for the
purpose of renting or leasing individual storage spaces to customers for
the purpose of storing and removing personal property on a self-service
basis.
Standby Personnel. Qualified fire service personnel, approved by the
Fire Chief or Fire Marshal When utilized, the number required shall be as
directed by the Fire Chief or Fire Marshal. Charges for utilization shall be
as normally calculated by the jurisdiction.
Section 202 shall be amended to add or amend the following definitions:
[B] Ambulatory Health Care Facility. Buildings or portions thereof used to
provide medical, surgical, psychiatric, nursing, or similar care on a less
than 24 hour basis to persons who are rendered incapable of self-
preservation. This group may include, but not be limited to the following:
Dialysis centers
Sedation dentistry
Surgery center
Colonic centers
Psychiatric centers
Atrium. An opening connecting three or more stories . . . {remaining text
unchanged}
Fire Watch. A temporary measure intended to ensure continuous and
systematic surveillance of a building or portion thereof by one or more
qualified individuals or standby personnel when required by the fire code
official, for the purposes of identifying and controlling fire hazards,
detecting early signs of unwanted fire, raising an alarm of fire and
notifying the fire department.
Fireworks. Any composition or device for the purpose of producing a
visible or an audible effect for entertainment purposes by combustion,
deflagration, detonation, and/or activated by ignition with a match or other
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heat producing device that meets the definition of 1 AG fireworks or 1.3G
fireworks as set forth herein. ...(remainder of text unchanged)...
High-Piled Combustible Storage. Storage of combustible materials in
closely packed piles or combustible materials on pallets, in racks or on
shelves where the top of storage is greater than 12 feet (3658 mm) in
height. When required by the fire code official, high-piled combustible
storage also includes certain high-hazard commodities, such as rubber
tires, Group A plastics, flammable liquids, idle pallets and similar
commodities, where the top of storage is greater than 6 feet (1829 mm) in
height.
Any building exceeding 6,000 sq.ft. that has a clear height in excess of 14
feet, making it possible to be used for storage in excess of 12 feet, shall
be considered to be high-piled storage. When a specific product cannot
be identified, a fire protection system and life safety features shall be
installed as for Class IV commodities, to the maximum pile height.
High-Rise Building. A building with an occupied floor located more than
55 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
Repair Garage. A building, structure or portion thereof used for servicing
or repairing motor vehicles. This occupancy shall also include garages
involved in minor repair, modification and servicing of motor vehicles for
items such as lube changes, inspections, windshield repair or
replacement, shocks, minor part replacement and other such minor
repairs.
Section 202 shall be amended to add the following sentence to Manual
Dry under STANDPIPE, TYPES OF:
The system must be supervised as specified in Section 905.2.
Section 307 shall be amended to read as follows:
Section 307, Open Burning, All open burning shall first require an
approved permit, and shall be conducted in a safe manner approved by
the Fire Chief or Fire Marshal. Approved burn days shall determined by
the respective county.
Section 308.1.1 shall be amended to add the following sentence:
Unmanned free-floating devices containing an open flame or other heat
source, such as but not limited to sky lanterns shall be prohibited.
Section 308.3.4 shall be amended to read as follows:
Section 308.3.4 Open-flame cooking devices. Open-flame cooking
devices, charcoal grills and other similar devices used for cooking shall
not be located or used on combustible balconies, decks, or within 10 feet
(3048 mm) of any combustible construction.
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Exceptions:
1. One- and two-family dwellings, except that LP-gas containers are
limited to a water capacity not greater than 50 pounds (22.68 kg)
[nominal 20 pound (9.08 kg) LP-gas capacity] with an aggregate
LP-gas capacity not to exceed 100 pounds (5 containers).
2. Where buildings, balconies and decks are protected by an
approved automatic sprinkler system, except that LP-gas
containers are limited to a water capacity not greater than 50
pounds (22.68 kg) [nominal 20 pound (9.08 kg) LP-gas capacity]
with an aggregate LP-gas capacity not to exceed 40 pounds (2
containers).
Section 308.1.6.2, Exception 3 shall be amended to read as follows:
3. Torches or flame-producing devices in accordance with Section
308.1.3.
Section 311.5 shall be amended to read as follows:
311.5 Placards. The fire code official is authorized to require marking of
any vacant or abandoned buildings or structures determined to be unsafe
to Section 110 of this code relating to structural or interior hazards, as
required by Section 311.5.1 through 311.5.5.
Section 315.3.1 shall be amended to read as follows:
311.5 Ceiling clearances. The fire code official is authorized to require
the marking of any storage area known to be a common area for over
stacking. Marking shall be a 1" red strip with "DO NOT STACK ABOVE
THIS LINE."
Section 401.9 shall be added to read as follows:
401.9 False Alarms and Nuisance Alarms. False alarms and nuisance
alarms shall not be given, signaled or transmitted or caused or permitted
to be given, signaled or transmitted in any manner.
Section 401.9.1 shall be added to read as follows:
Section 401.9.1 Violations. Shall be addressed per ordinance 11-49 or
as amended.
501.4 Timing of installation. When fire apparatus access roads or a
water supply for fire protection is required to be installed for any structure
or development, they shall be installed, tested, and approved prior to the
time of which construction has progressed beyond completion of the
foundation of any structure.
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Section 503.1.1 shall be amended to add the following:
Except for one- or two-family dwellings, the path of measurement shall be
along a minimum of a ten foot (10') wide unobstructed level pathway
around the external walls of the structure and all barriers. A continuous
row of parking between the fire lane and the structure shall be considered
a barrier. Landscaping may also be considered a barrier based upon the
location of type.
The provisions of this section notwithstanding, fire lanes may be required
to be located within thirty feet (30') of a building if deemed to be
reasonably necessary by the Fire Chief or Fire Marshal to enable proper
protection of the building. The use of a roadway designated as a major /
minor thoroughfares or commercial collectors by the Town as a fire lane
shall be prohibited.
Fire lane and access easements shall be provided to serve all buildings
through parking areas, to service entrances of buildings, loading areas
and trash collection areas, and other areas deemed necessary to be
available to fire and emergency vehicles. The Fire Chief or Fire Marshal
is authorized to designate additional requirements for fire lanes where the
same is reasonably necessary so as to provide access for fire and rescue
personnel.
Fire lanes provided during the platting process shall be so indicated on
the plat as a fire lane easement. Where fire lanes are provided and a plat
is not required, the limits of the fire lane shall be shown on a site plan and
placed on permanent file with the Town Planning Department.
No owner or person in charge of any premises served by a fire lane or
access easement shall abandon, restrict or close any fire lane or
easement without first securing from the Town of Prosper approval of an
amended plat or other acceptable legal instrument showing the removal
of the fire lane easement.
Section 503.1.4 shall be added to read as follows:
503.1.4 Two points of access. A minimum two points of approved fire
apparatus access shall be provided for each building, structure and
subdivision. The two points of access shall be a minimum of 140 feet
(140') apart as measured edge of pavement to edge of pavement.
Section 503.1.5 shall be added to read as follows:
Section 503.1.5 Residential subdivisions. The maximum dead-end
cul-de-sac length shall not exceed six hundred feet (600') as measured
from the centerline of the intersection street to the center point of the
radius.
Section 503.2.1 shall be amended to read as follows:
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503.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads (also called fire
lanes) shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 24 feet (7,315
mm), exclusive of shoulders, except for approved security gates in
accordance with Section 503.6, and an unobstructed vertical clearance of
not less than 14 feet (4,267 mm).
Fire lane dimensions established by Appendix D, or other sections of this
Code, shall be superseded by the criteria established by this section.
The requirements of Section D105 shall remain unchanged.
Section 503.2.2 shall be amended to read as follows:
503.2.2 Authority. The code official shall have the authority to require an
increase in the minimum access widths and vertical clearances where
they are inadequate for fire or rescue operations.
Section 503.2.3 shall be amended to read as follows:
503.2.3 Surface. Construction of all fire lanes shall be in accordance
with Town of Prosper Thoroughfare Design Manual and this section.
Fire lanes shall be constructed of concrete surface capable of supporting
the imposed loads of a 2-axle, 75,000 lb. fire apparatus. The design shall
be based on the geotechnical investigation of the site, but shall meet the
stated minimums.
The fire lane shall be constructed with a minimum 6 in. thick, 3500 PSI
concrete with steel reinforcing of No. 3 bars spaced 24 in. on centers in
each direction.
The base course thickness shall be a minimum of 6 in. in thickness and
shall consist of lime or cement stabilization as recommended in the
Geotechnical Report.
Where lime or cement stabilization is not practical, the standard
pavement thickness may be increased by 1 in. and a minimum of 6 in.
flexible base course in lieu of treating the sub-grade with lime or cement.
The base course shall consist of a minimum 6 in. flexible base course
over a compacted sub-base to 95% Standard Proctor density, or 6 in. of
asphalt base as approved by the City.
Whenever forty percent (40%) of existing, non-conforming fire lanes are
replaced within a twelve month period, the entire fire lane shall be
replaced according to current standards.
All fire lanes shall be maintained and kept in a good state of repair at all
times by the owner and the Town of Prosper shall not be responsible for
the maintenance thereof. It shall further be the responsibility of the owner
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to insure that all fire lane markings required by Section 503.3 be kept so
that they are easily distinguishable by the public.
Section 503.2.4 shall be amended as follows:
503.2.4 Turning radius. The required turning radius of a fire apparatus
access road shall be in accordance with this section.
Any such fire lane shall connect both ends to a dedicated public street or
fire lane. Fire lanes exceeding 150 ft in length and not connected at both
ends shall include an approved turnaround having a minimum outer
radius of fifty feet (50') or as shown in the Town's Engineering Design
Manuals. If two or more interconnecting lanes are provided, interior
radius for that connection shall be required in accordance with the
following:
24 foot (and up to 30 ft) fire lane — minimum radius 30 feet
30 foot fire lane— minimum radius 20 feet
Fire lanes must have a 10 to 1 taper if transitioning from 30 ft to lesser
width to allow a 20 ft radius.
Fire lane dimensions established by Appendix D, or other sections of this
Code, shall be superseded by the criteria established by this section.
The requirements of Section D105 shall remain unchanged.
Section 503.2.7 shall be amended as follows:
503.2.7 Grade. The grade of the fire apparatus access road shall be
within the limits established by the Town's Engineering Design Manuals.
In no case shall the grades along a fire apparatus access road exceed
the following:
Along the Fire Apparatus Access Road — 6% (measured longitudinally)
Cross Slope —4%
Exception. The code official shall have the authority to adjust the grade
along the fire lane when necessary for fire or rescue operations or based
upon the hazard being protected or general topography of the lot. In no
case shall the longitudinal grade exceed nine percent (9%). Or shall the
cross slope exceed five percent (5%) Written approval from the fire code
official shall be required.
Section 503.2.8 shall be amended to read as follows:
503.2.8 Angles of approach and departure. The angles of approach
and departure for fire apparatus access roads shall be within the limits
established in the Town's Engineering Design Manuals. In no case shall
the grades exceed the following:
1. Maximum Angle of Approach — 5%
2. Maximum Angle of Departure — 5%
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Exception. The code official shall have the authority to adjust the
grade along the fire lane when necessary for fire or rescue
operations or based upon the hazard being protected or general
topography of the lot. Written approval from the fire code official
shall be required.
Section 503.3 shall be amended to read as follows:
503.3 Marking. Striping, signs, or other markings, when approved by the
fire code official, shall be provided for fire apparatus access roads to
identify such roads or prohibit the obstruction thereof. Striping, signs and
other markings shall be maintained in a clean and legible condition at all
times and shall be replaced or repaired when necessary to provide
adequate visibility.
1. Striping — Fire apparatus access roads shall be continuously
marked by painted lines of red traffic paint six inches (6") in width
to show the boundaries of the lane. The words "NO PARKING
FIRE LANE" or "FIRE LANE NO PARKING" shall appear in four
inch (4") white letters at 25 foot (25') intervals on the red border
markings along both sides of the fire lanes. Where a curb is
available, the striping shall be on both the horizontal and vertical
faces of the curb.
2. Signs — Signs shall read "NO PARKING FIRE LANE" or "FIRE
LANE NO PARKING" and shall be twelve inches (12") wide and
eighteen inches (18") high. Signs shall be painted on a white
background with letters and borders in red, using not less than
two-inch (2") lettering. Signs shall be permanently affixed to a
stationary post and the bottom of the sign shall be six feet, six
inches (6' 6") above finished grade. Signs shall be spaced not
more than fifty feet (50) apart. Signs may be installed on
permanent buildings or walls or as approved by the Fire Chief or
Fire Marshal.
Section 503.4 shall be amended to read as follows:
503.4 Obstruction of fire apparatus access roads. Fire apparatus
access roads shall not be obstructed in any manner, including the parking
of vehicles, whether attended or unattended for any period of time. The
minimum widths and clearances established in Section 503.2.1 through
503.2.8 and any area marked as a fire lane as described in Section 503.3
shall be maintained clear at all times. Unoccupied vehicles or other
obstructions in the fire lane may be removed or towed at the expense of
the registered owner. The use of traffic control devices such as speed
bumps and / or speed humps, or similar, shall not be used.
503.4.1 Fire Lane Violations
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1. The registered owner of a vehicle parked or standing in a fire
apparatus access road shall be presumed to be the violator and
may be held jointly and severally liable for the violation.
2. A person, firm, partnership, corporation, association, or other
entity shall be presumed to be the violator and may be held jointly
and severally liable for the violation if the person, firm, partnership,
corporation, association, or other entity is the owner of, custodian
of, or otherwise exercises actual or apparent control over
equipment, materials, or other objects obstructing a fire apparatus
access road.
3. The owner, occupant, or leaseholder of the property or business
directly adjacent to the portion of the fire apparatus access road
obstructed shall be presumed to be the violator and may be held
jointly and severally liable.
Section 503.7 shall be added as follows:
503.7. Preemption device. When mechanically operated gates or
barriers are provided, or required, across a fire apparatus access road, an
approved emergency vehicle traffic preemption device shall be provided
compatible with the fire department's apparatus.
Section 505.1 shall be amended to read as follows:
505.1 Address Identification. Approved numerals of a minimum six
inches (6") height and of a color contrasting with the background
designating the address shall be placed on all new and existing buildings
or structures in a position as to be plainly visible and legible from the
street or road fronting the property and from all rear alleyways/access.
Where buildings do not immediately front a street, approved six-inch (6")
height building numerals or addresses and 3-inch (3") height
suite/apartment numerals of a color contrasting with the background of
the building shall be placed on all new and existing buildings or
structures. Numerals or addresses shall be posted on a minimum twenty-
inch by thirty-inch (20" X 30") background on border.
Address numbers shall be Arabic numerals or alphabet letters. The
minimum stroke width shall be 0.5 inches.
Where access is provided by means of a private road and the building
cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole or other sign of
means shall be used to identify the structure.
Exception. R-3 Single Family occupancies shall have approved
numerals of a minimum three and one-half inches (3- '/2") in height
and a color contrasting with the background clearly visible and
legible from the street fronting the property and rear alleyway
where such alleyway exists.
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Section 505.1.1 shall be added to read as follows:
505.1.1 Utility shut-off and identification. All utilities shall have an
exterior means of being disconnected by the Fire Department in case of
an emergency. Approved numerals of minimum one-inch (1") height and
of a color contrasting with the background shall be placed on gas and
electrical meters serving all new and existing buildings or structures
except R-3 occupancies.
Section 507.4 shall be amended to read as follows:
507.4 Water supply test date and information. The water supply test
used for hydraulic calculation of fire protection systems shall be
conducted in accordance with NFPA 291 "Recommended Practice for
Fire Flow Testing and Marking of Hydrants" and within one year of
sprinkler plan submittal. The fire code official shall be notified prior to the
water supply test. Water supply tests shall be witnessed by the fire code
official as required. The exact location of the static/residual hydrant and
the flow hydrant shall be indicated on the design drawings. All fire
protection plan submittals shall be accompanied by a hard copy of the
waterflow test report, or as approved by the fire code official. The report
must indicate the dominant water tank level at the time of the test and the
maximum and minimum operating levels of the tank, as well, or identify
applicable water supply fluctuation. The licensed contractor must then
design the fire protection system based on this fluctuation information, as
per the applicable referenced NFPA standard.
Section 507.5.1 shall be added to read as follows:
507.5.1 Where Required.
1. Spacing: As properties develop, fire hydrants shall be located at
all intersecting streets and at the maximum spacing shall be every
300 feet (300) for all developments, and facilities other than R3.
R-3 developments shall be every 500 feet (500) Distances
between hydrants shall be measured along the route that fire hose
is laid by a fire apparatus from hydrant to hydrant, not as the "crow
flies."
2. Protected Properties: Fire hydrants required to provide a
supplemental water supply for automatic fire protection systems
shall be located within a 50 foot (50') hose lay of the fire
department connection for such systems.
3. Fire Hydrant Locations: Fire hydrants shall be located 2 foot (2)
to 6 foot (6') back from the curb or fire lane and shall not be
located in the bulb of a cul-de-sac.
4. Minimum Number of Fire Hydrants: There shall be a minimum of
two (2) fire hydrants serving each property within the prescribed
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distances listed above. A minimum of one fire hydrant shall be
located on each lot.
5. Fire Hydrant leads shall not exceed 100 feet from the main line
connection.
6. No connection shall be allowed to a fire hydrant lead for domestic,
irrigation or other use.
Section 507.5.4 shall be amended to read as follows:
507.5.4 Obstruction. Unobstructed access to fire hydrants shall be
maintained at all times. Posts, fences, vehicles, growth, trash, storage
and other materials or objects shall not be placed or kept near fire
hydrants, fire department inlet connections of fire protection system
control valves in a manner that would prevent such equipment of fire
hydrants from being immediately discernible. The fire department shall
not be deterred or hindered from gaining immediate access to fire
protection equipment or fire hydrants.
Section 510.1 shall be amended to add the following:
In all new and existing buildings in which the type of construction or
distance from an operational emergency services antenna or dispatch site
does not provide adequate frequency or signal strength as determined by
the code official, the building owner shall be responsible for providing the
equipment, installation and maintenance of said equipment in a manner
to strengthen the radio signal. The radio signal shall meet the minimum
input/output strengths set forth in this section, or according to the
emergency radio system's provider and system manager.
Section 509.1.2 shall be added to read as follows:
509.1.2 Sign Requirements. Unless more stringent requirements apply,
lettering for signs required by this section shall have a minimum height of
2 inches (50.8 mm) when located inside a building and 4 inches (101.6
mm) when located outside, or as approved by the fire code official. The
letters shall be of a color that contrasts with the background.
Section 511 shall be added to read as follows:
SECTION 511
FIRE PROTECTION & BUILDING SIGNAGE
511.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall apply to the installation
of directional, equipment and fire protection signage required by this
section or other provisions of this code.
511.2 Requirements. All buildings and structures provided with an
approved fire protection system, hazardous materials, high piled storage,
fire department access or required by other provisions of this code, shall
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be provided with signage in the locations set forth in Sections 511.4
through 511.13 and shall be approved by the fire code official prior to
installation.
Exception. This section shall not require existing buildings to be
provided with the required signage unless the building is
renovated, altered or as otherwise required by the fire code official
or other provisions of this code.
511.3 Sign Specifications. All signs required by this section shall be in
accordance with the following specifications, unless otherwise noted.
1. Minimum size of 12 in. x 12 in.
2. Constructed of a minimum 0.080 aluminum sheet with a
minimum 0.75 radius corners.
3. Font style shall be Arial, with all letters capitalized, minimum 3
in. lettering and '/2 in. width.
4. Sign face shall be traffic red.
5. Lettering and/or graphics shall be white and reflective.
Exceptions:
1. When the sign is to be located within the interior of a
building is not required to be reflective.
2. The fire code official may approve alternate methods
and material.
511.4 Fire Department Connection. All buildings provided with an
approved automatic fire sprinkler system requiring a Fire Department
Connection (FDC), shall indicate the location of the FDC with appropriate
signage. The FDC connection shall be a 5 inch (5") Stortz connection
with a 30 degree downward turn, and locking cap. One Storz key shall be
furnished to the Fire Department for new installations.
1. Building and structures in which multiple FDC's will be located
within the same subdivision, shall also indicate numerical
address, suite numbers served or other description as
approved by the fire code official.
2. When multiple FDC's are provided at a common location to
serve different types of fire protection systems, the sign shall
further indicate the type of fire protection system served.
3. Where the FDC does not serve the entire building, a sign shall
be provided indicating the portions of the building served.
4. Fire lines exceeding 100 feet shall be required to install a
backflow preventer in a concrete vault near the fire service line
connection to the Town's re-circulating water line.
5. The Town Fire Marshal shall approve the construction plans
for the vault, fittings, valves, double detector check, etc. and
will issue a separate permit for fire sprinkler systems.
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511.4.1 Wall Mounted FDC. Wall mounted FDC's shall have a sign
mounted 5 - 7 feet above grade directly over the FDC.
Exception. If the FDC is located such that it may be difficult to
readily locate, the inclusion of a directional arrow or additional
signage may be required.
511.4.2 Yard Mounted FDC. For fire protection systems supplies by a
remotely mounted FDC, a sign shall be permanently mounted as
following:
1. Sign shall be located directly adjacent to the FDC.
2. Shall be mounted on a sign post that extends a
minimum of 6 feet (6) above grade.
3. The numerical street number shall be included.
511.4.3 FDC Protection. All FDC's shall have an 8 in. x 12 in. sign that
reads "DO NOT BLOCK — BY ORDER OF FIRE MARSHAL" placed
directly over the FDC.
511.5 Fire Protection Equipment Rooms. Room containing fire
sprinkler riser assemblies and control equipment shall be identified with a
12 in. x 12 in. sign that reads "RISER ROOM." In the fire alarm system
control panel and/or other fire protection equipment is located within the
same room, the sign shall include lettering identifying all equipment
located therein.
511.5.1. Multiple Riser Identification. When multiple risers are located
within the same room, or in different locations within the same building,
signs shall be provided to indicate the zone or floor served by the riser
assembly, or the type of system serving the zone or floor. Signs shall be
8 in. X 4 in. with 2 in. lettering.
511.6 Fire Pump Test Header. When a fire pump is provided as part of
the fire protection system, a sign shall be provided to differentiate the test
header from other equipment. Signs shall be a minimum 8 in. x 6 in. with
2 in. lettering that reads "FIRE PUMP TEST HEADER."
511.7 Roof Access. For buildings and structures were roof access is not
provided from the exterior of the building, a sign shall be provided on the
door or room containing the access point. Sign shall be 8 in. x 6 in. with 2
in. lettering that reads "ROOF ACCESS."
511.8 Post Indicator Valves. When a Post Indicator Valve (PIV) is
provided as part of the fire protection system, signs shall be provided to
indicate the riser and/or zone controlled by the valve. Signs shall be
located directly adjacent to the control valve and shall be either mounted
on a sign post or affixed to the exterior of the building.
511.9 Fire Department Access. In the event that fire department access
systems are so located in an area that is not readily identifiable, or as
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required by the fire code official, signs shall be provided and located as
directed by this section or the fire code official.
511.9.1 Access Gates. When pedestrian access gates are provided, or
otherwise required, in order to provide access to a building or facility, a
minimum 8 in. x 6 in. sign shall be provided on the gate that reads "F.D.
ACCESS."
511.9.2 Automatic Access Gates. When automatic or manual access
gates are provided across a fire lane or entry/egress points to a
residential subdivision, or otherwise required, in order to provide access
to a building, facility or residential subdivision, a minimum 8 in. x 6 in. sign
shall be provided on the gate that reads "F.D. ACCESS."
511.9.3 Emergency Access Easements. When automatic or manual
access gates are provided across an emergency access easement or fire
lane to a residential subdivision, or otherwise required a minimum 8 in. x
6 in. sign shall be provided on the gate that reads "F.D. ACCESS."
511.10 Hazardous Materials. When required by other sections of the
fire code, or the fire code official, an NFPA 704 shall be posted at a
location on the premise as approved by the fire code official. The entire
sign shall be made of a reflective material
Exception. Construction requirements of this section shall not
apply, with the exception the sign must be reflective and a
minimum of 12 in. x 12 in.
511.11 High-Piled Storage. When high piled combustible storage, in
accordance with Chapter 23, is present within a building or structure,
marking shall be provided as set forth in Section 511.11.1 through
511.11.3.
511.11.1 Striping. A 6 in. wide traffic red strip with 4 in. white lettering,
OR 6 in. yellow strip with black lettering shall be provided in all areas in
which storage exceeds 12 ft., or as required by the fire code official,
around the perimeter of the designed storage area. The top of the strip
shall indicate the maximum storage height, and shall read as follows "NO
STORAGE PERMITTED ABOVE THIS LINE" at 25 ft. intervals.
Exception. When permitted by the fire code official, 6 in. wide red
or yellow striping with no text may be allowed on the rack
structures for non-publicly accessible areas where permanent
signs are provided along the walls and racks per Section
511.11.2.
511.11.2 Signs. Permanent signs shall be placed on the ends of
alternative racks to indicate "MAX. STORAGE HEIGHT XX FEET' or "NO
STORAGE ABOVE THIS SIGN," for racks and areas in which a wall is
not adjacent to the storage array. Signs shall be 12 in. x 12 in. with 2 in.
lettering, or other means as approved.
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511.12 Flammable and Combustible Liquids. When required by this
section or other sections of the fire code, signs shall be provided as
follows to identify the content of the material stored or used. Signs shall
be 8 in. x 6 in. with 2 in. lettering.
511.13 Fire Command Room. When a fire command room is provided,
an 8 in. x 8 in. sign with 2 in. lettering shall be provided to read "FIRE
COMMAND ROOM."
Section 603.3.2.1 Exception shall be amended to read as follows:
Exception. The aggregate capacity limit shall be permitted to be
increased to 3,000 gallons (11,356 L) in accordance with all
requirements of Section 3404.2.9.5.1 and Chapter 34.
Section 603.3.2.2 shall be amended to read as follows:
603.3.2.2 Restricted use and connection. Tanks installed in
accordance with Section 603.3.2 shall be used only to supply fuel oil to
fuel-burning equipment installed in accordance with Section 603.3.2.4.
Connections between tanks and equipment supplied by such tanks shall
be made using closed piping systems.
Section 604 shall be amended to read as follows:
SECTION 604
EMERGENCY AND STANDBY POWER SYSTEMS
604.1 Installation. Emergency and standby power systems required by
this code or the International Building Code shall be installed in
accordance with this code, NFPA 110 and 111. Existing installations
shall be maintained in accordance with the original approval, except as
specified in Chapter 11.
604.1.1 Stationary generators. Stationary emergency and standby
power generators required by this code shall be listed in accordance with
UL 2200.
604.1.2 Critical Operations Power Systems (COPS). For Critical
Operations Power Systems necessary to maintain continuous power
supply to facilities or parts of facilities that require continuous operation
for the reasons of public safety, emergency management, national
security, or business continuity, see NFPA 70.
604.2 Where required. Emergency and standby power systems shall be
provided where required by Sections 604.2.1 through 604.2.24 or
elsewhere identified in this code or any other referenced code.
604.2.1 Emergency voice/alarm communications systems.
Emergency power shall be provided for emergency voice/alarm
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communications systems in the following occupancies, or as specified
elsewhere in this code, in accordance with Section 907.5.2.2.5.
1. Covered and Open Malls, Section 604.2.13
2. Group A occupancies, Sections 907.2.1.1 and
907.5.2.2.4.
3. Special Amusement buildings, Section 907.2.12.3
4. High rise buildings, Section 907.2.13
5. Atriums, Section 907.2.14
6. Deep Underground buildings, Section 907.2.19
604.2.2 Smoke control systems. Standby power shall be provided for
smoke control systems in the following occupancies, or as specified
elsewhere in this code, in accordance with Section 909.11:
1. Covered mall building, International Building Code,
Section 404.5
2. Atriums, International Building Code, Section 404.7
3. Underground buildings, International Building Code,
Section 405.5
4. Group 1-3, International Building Code, Section 408.9
5. Stages, International Building Code, Section 410.3.7.2
6. Special Amusement buildings (as applicable to Group
A's), International Building Code, Section 411.1
7. Smoke protected seating, Section 1028.6.2.1
604.2.3 Exit signs. Emergency power shall be provided for exit signs in
accordance with Section 1011.6.3. (90 minutes)
604.2.4 Means of egress illumination. Emergency power shall be
provided for means of egress illumination in accordance with Section
1006.3. (90 minutes)
604.2.5 Accessible means of egress elevators. Standby power shall
be provided for elevators that are part of an accessible means of egress
in accordance with Section 1007.4.
604.2.6 Accessible means of egress platform lifts. Standby power in
accordance with this section or ASME A18.1 shall be provided for
platform lifts that are part of an accessible means of egress in accordance
with Section 1007.5
604.2.7 Horizontal sliding doors. Standby power shall be provided for
horizontal sliding doors in accordance with Section 1008.1.4.3.
604.2.8 Semiconductor fabrication facilities. Emergency power shall
be provided for semiconductor fabrication facilities in accordance with
Section 2703.15.
604.2.9 Membrane structures. Emergency power shall be provided for
exit signs in temporary tents and membrane structures in accordance with
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Section 3103.12.6.1. (90 minutes) Standby power shall be provided for
auxiliary inflation systems in permanent membrane structures in
accordance with the International Building Code. (4 hours)
604.2.10 Hazardous materials. Emergency or standby power shall be
provided in occupancies with hazardous materials in accordance with
Section 5004.7 and 5005.1.5.
604.2.11 Highly toxic and toxic materials. Emergency power shall be
provided for occupancies with highly toxic or toxic materials in
accordance with Sections 6004.2.2.8 and 6004.3.4.2.
604.2.12 Organic peroxides. Standby power shall be provided for
occupancies with organic peroxides in accordance with Section
6204.1.11.
604.2.13 Covered and open mall buildings. (no change).
604.2.14 High-rise buildings. (no change).
604.2.15 Underground buildings. (no change).
604.2.16 Group 1-3 occupancies. (no change).
604.2.17 Airport traffic control towers. (no change).
604.2.18 Elevators. (no change).
604.2.19 Smokeproof enclosures and Stair Pressurization
Alternative. Standby power shall be provided for smokeproof
enclosures, stair pressurization alternative and associated automatic fire
detection systems as required by the International Building Code, Section
909.20.6.2.
604.2.20 Elevator pressurization. Standby power shall be provided for
elevator pressurization system as required by the International Building
Code, Section 909.21.5.
604.2.21 Elimination of Smoke Dampers in Shaft Penetrations.
Standby power shall be provided when eliminating the smoke dampers in
ducts penetrating shafts in accordance with the International Building
Code, Section 717.5.3, exception 2.3.
604.2.22 Common exhaust systems for clothes dryers. Standby
power shall be provided for common exhaust systems for clothes dryers
located in multistory structures in accordance with the International
Mechanical Code Section 504.8, item 7.
604.2.23 Hydrogen Cutoff Rooms. Standby power shall be provided for
mechanical ventilation and gas detection systems of Hydrogen Cutoff
Rooms in accordance with the International Building Code, Section 421.8.
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604.2.24 Means of Egress Illumination in Existing Buildings.
Emergency power shall be provided for means of egress illumination in
accordance with Section 1104.5 and 1104.5.1 when required by the fire
code official. (90 minutes in 1-2, 60 minutes elsewhere.)
604.3 Energy time duration. Unless a time limit is specified by the
fire code official, in this chapter or elsewhere in this code, or in any other
referenced code or standard, the emergency and standby power system
shall be supplied with enough fuel or energy storage capacity for not less
than 2-hour full-demand operation of the system.
Exception: Where the system is supplied with natural gas from a
utility provider and is approved.
604.4 Maintenance. (no change).
604 5 Operational inspection and testing. (no change).
604.6 Emergency lighting equipment. (no change).
604.7 Supervision of maintenance and testing. (no change).
Section 704.1 shall be amended to read as follows:
704.1 Enclosure. Interior vertical shafts, including but not limited to
stairways, elevator hoist ways, service and utility shafts, that connect two
or more stories of a building shall be enclosed or protected in accordance
with the codes in effect at the time of construction but, regardless of when
constructed, not less than as required in Chapter 46. New floor openings
in existing building shall comply with the International Building Code.
Section 705 shall be added to read as follows:
Section 705
Multiple Occupancy Buildings
705.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall apply to all buildings
and structures where more than one (1) occupancy is located within same
building or structure.
705.2 Separation. Each occupancy shall be separated from adjoining
occupancies by a minimum one-hour fire rated demising wall or
assembly, constructed in accordance with the International Building
Code.
Section 807.4.3.2 shall be amended to read as follows:
807.4.3.2 Artwork. Artwork and teaching materials shall be limited on
the walls of corridors to not more than 20 percent of the wall area and on
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the walls of classrooms to not more than 50 percent of each wall area.
Such materials shall not be continuous from floor to ceiling or wall to wall.
Curtains, draperies, wall hangings and other decorative material
suspended from the walls or ceilings shall meet the flame propagation
performance criteria of NFPA 701 in accordance with Section 807 or be
noncombustible.
Exception: Corridors protected by an approved automatic
sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1
shall be limited to 50 percent (50%) of the wall area.
Section 807.4.4.2 shall be amended to read as follows:
807.4.4.2 Artwork. Artwork and teaching materials shall be limited on
the walls of corridors to not more than 20 percent of the wall area and on
the walls of classrooms to not more than 50 percent of each wall area.
Such materials shall not be continuous from floor to ceiling or wall to wall.
Curtains, draperies, wall hangings and other decorative material
suspended from the walls or ceilings shall meet the flame propagation
performance criteria of NFPA 701 in accordance with Section 807 or be
noncombustible.
Exception: Corridors protected by an approved automatic
sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1
shall be limited to 50 percent (50%) of the wall area.
Section 901.5 shall be amended to add the following:
All required tests shall be conducted by and at the expense of the owner
or his representative. The Fire Department shall not be held responsible
for any damages incurred in such test. Where it is required that the Fire
Department witness any such test, such test shall be scheduled with a
minimum of 48 hour notice to the Fire Marshal or his representative.
Section 901.6.2 shall be added to read as follows:
901.6.2 Standpipe Testing. Building owners/managers must utilize a
licensed fire protection company to maintain and test standpipe systems
as per NFPA 25 requirements. The following additional requirements
shall be applied to the testing that is required every 5 years:
The piping between the Fire Department Connection (FDC) and the
standpipe shall be hydrostatically tested for all FDC's on any type of
standpipe system. Hydrostatic testing shall also be conducted in
accordance with NFPA 25 requirements for the different types of standpipe
systems.
For any manual (dry or wet) standpipe system not having an automatic
water supply capable of flowing water through the standpipe, the contractor
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shall connect hose from a fire hydrant or portable pumping system (as
approved by the fire code official) to each FDC, and flow water through the
standpipe system to the roof outlet, or farthest interior outlet, to verify that
each inlet connection functions properly. There is no required pressure
criteria at the outlet. Verify that check valves function properly and that
there are no closed control valves on the system.
Any pressure relief, reducing, or control valves shall be tested in
accordance with the requirements of NFPA 25. All hose valves shall be
exercised.
If the FDC is not already provided with approved locking caps, the
contractor shall install such locking caps for all FDC's as required by the
fire code official.
Upon successful completion of standpipe test, the contractor shall place a
blue tag (as per "Texas Administrative Code, Fire Sprinkler Rules for
Inspection, Test and Maintenance Service (ITM) Tag") at the bottom of
each standpipe riser in the building. The tag shall be check-marked as
"Fifth Year" for Type of ITM, and the note on the back of the tag shall read
"5 Year Standpipe Test" at a minimum.
The procedures as required by "Texas Administrative Code, Fire Sprinkler
Rules" with regard to Yellow Tags and Red Tags or any deficiencies
noted during the testing, including the required notification of the local
Authority Having Jurisdiction (fire code official) shall be followed.
Additionally, records of the testing shall be maintained by the owner and
contractor, if applicable, as required by the State Rules mentioned above
and NFPA 25.
Standpipe system tests where water will be flowed external to the building
shall not be conducted during freezing conditions or during the day prior to
expected night time freezing conditions.
Contact the fire code official for requests to remove existing fire hose from
Class II and III standpipe systems where employees are not trained in the
utilization of this firefighting equipment. All standpipe hose valves must
remain in place and be provided with an approved cap and chain when
approval is given to remove hose by the fire code official.
Section 901.7 shall be amended to replace the first paragraph as follows:
901.7 Systems out of service. Where a required fire protection system
is out of service or in the event of an excessive number of activations, the
fire department and the fire code official shall be notified immediately and,
where required by the fire code official, the building shall either be
evacuated or an approved fire watch shall be provided for all occupants
left unprotected by the shut down until the fire protection system has been
returned to service.
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Section 901.9 shall be added as follows:
901.9 Discontinuation or change of service. Notice shall be made to
the fire code official whenever contracted alarm services for monitoring of
any fire alarm system is terminated for any reason, or a change in alarm
monitoring provider occurs. Notice shall be made in writing to the fire
code official by the building owner and alarm service provider prior to the
service being terminated.
Section 903.1.1 shall be amended to read as follows:
903.1.1 Alternative protection. Alternative automatic fire-extinguishing
systems complying with Section 904 shall be permitted in addition to
automatic sprinkler protection where recognized by the applicable
standard or as approved by the fire code official.
Section 903.1.2 shall be added to read as follows:
903.1.2 Spray booths and rooms. New and existing spray booths and
spray rooms shall be protected by an approved automatic fire-
extinguishing system in accordance with Chapter 9.
Section 903.1.2 shall be added to read as follows:
903.1.2 Residential systems. Unless specifically allowed by this Code
or the International Building Code, residential sprinkler systems installed
in accordance with NFPA 13R shall not be recognized for the purposes of
modifications, exceptions or reductions, commonly referred to as "trade-
offs," permitted by other requirements of this Code or the Chapter 5 of
the International Building Code.
Residential sprinkler system installed in accordance with NFPA 13R shall
include attic sprinkler protection to be recognized for the purposes of such
trade-offs permitted by other requirements of this Code, or for
modifications permitted under Chapter 5 of the International Building
Code. One and two family dwellings, mobile homes and townhomes shall
not be governed by this ordinance. Refer to Town Ordinance No. 04-98
for fire sprinkler requirements.
Section 903.2 shall be amended to read as follows:
903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new
buildings and structures shall be provided in the locations described in
Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.12. Automatic sprinklers shall not be
installed in elevator machine rooms, elevator machine spaces and
elevator hoist ways. Storage shall not be allowed within the elevator
machine rooms. Signage shall be provided at the entry doors to the
elevator machine rooms indicating "ELEVATOR MACHINERY — NO
STORAGE ALLOWED.'
Section 903.2 shall be amended to delete the exception.
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Section 903.2.7 Group R is retained from Town Ordinance No. 04-98,
the International Fire Code, 2003 Edition.
Section 903.2.9.3 shall be added as follows:
903.2.9.3 Self-service storage facility. An approved automatic sprinkler
system shall be installed throughout all self-service storage facilities.
Section 903.2.9.3.1 shall be added as follows:
903.2.9.3.1. Vertical storage limits. A screen shall be installed at
eighteen inches (18") below the level of the sprinkler heads to restrict
storage above that level. This screen shall be a mesh of not less than
one inch (1") nor greater than six inches (6") in size. The screen and its
supports shall be installed such that all elements are at least eighteen
inches (18") below any sprinkler heads, measured from the level of the
sprinkler deflector.
903.2.9.3.1. Self-service storage facility. An approved fire alarm system
shall be installed throughout all self-service storage facilities. This shall
include visual, audible, heat, and smoke detection.
Section 903.2.10.3 Buildings more than 35 feet in height is retained
from Town Ordinance No. 04-98, the International Fire Code, 2003
Edition.
Section 903.2.11.3 shall be amended to read as follows:
903.2.11.3 Buildings more than 35 feet in height. An automatic
sprinkler system shall be installed throughout buildings with a floor level,
other than penthouses in compliance with Section 1509 of the
International Building Code, that is located 35 feet (10,668mm) or more
above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
Exceptions: Open parking structures in compliance with Section
406.5 of the International Building Code.
Sections 903.2.11.7 shall be added to read as follows:
903.2.11.7 High-piled combustible storage. For any building with a
clear height exceeding 12 feet (4,572 mm), see Chapter 23 to determine
if those provisions apply.
Sections 903.2.11.8 shall be added to read as follows:
903.2.11.8 Spray booths and rooms. New and existing spray booths
and spraying rooms shall be protected by an approved automatic
sprinkler system and/or an approved automatic fire-extinguishing system
in accordance with Chapter 9 and Section 1504.
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Sections 903.2.11.9 shall be added to read as follows:
903.2.11.9 Buildings over 5,000 sq. ft. An automatic sprinkler system
shall be installed throughout all buildings with a building area over 5,000
sq. ft. For the purpose of this provision, fire walls shall not define
separate buildings. Building area is defined by the reflection of the roof,
commonly referred to as "drip line."
Exceptions:
1. Open parking garages in compliance with Section 406.3 of the
International Building Code, when all of the following conditions
apply:
a. The structure is freestanding.
b. The structure does not contain any mixed uses, accessory
uses, storage rooms, electrical rooms or spaces used or
occupied for anything other than motor vehicle parking.
C. The structure does not exceed 3 stories.
d. An approved fire apparatus access road is provided
around the entire perimeter of the structure.
Section 903.3.1.1.1 shall be amended to read as follows:
903.3.1.1.1 Exempt locations. When approved by the fire code official,
automatic sprinklers shall not be required in the following rooms or areas
where such . . . (bulk of section unchanged) . . . because it is damp, of
fire-resistance-rated construction or contains electrical equipment.
1. Any room where the application of water, or flame and water,
constitutes a serious life or fire hazard.
2. Any room or space where sprinklers are considered undesirable
because of the nature of the contents, when approved by the code
official.
3. Generator and transformer rooms, under the direct control of a
public utility, separated from the remainder of the building by walls
and floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling assemblies having a fire-resistance
rating of not less than 2 hours.
4. Elevator machine rooms, machinery spaces and hoistways, other
than pits where such sprinklers would necessitate shunt trip
requirements under any circumstances.
Section 903.3.1.2.2 shall be amended to read as follows:
Section 903.3.1.2.2 Attics, Open Breezeways, and Attached Garages.
Sprinkler protection is required in attic spaces of such buildings two or
more stories in height, open breezeways, and attached garages.
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Section 903.3.5 shall be amended to add a second paragraph to read as
follows:
Water supply as required for such systems shall be provided in
conformance with the supply requirements of the respective standards;
however, every fire protection system shall be designed with a 10 psi
safety factor. Reference Section 507.4 for additional design
requirements.
Section 903.4 shall be amended to add a second paragraph after the
exceptions to read as follows:
Sprinkler and standpipe system water-flow detectors shall be provided for
each floor tap to the sprinkler system and shall cause an alarm upon
detection of water flow for more than 45 seconds. All control valves in the
sprinkler and standpipe systems except for fire department hose
connection valves shall be electrically supervised to initiate a supervisory
signal at the central station upon tampering.
Section 903.4.2 shall be amended to add a second paragraph to read as
follows:
The alarm device required on the exterior of the building shall be a
weatherproof horn/strobe notification appliance with a minimum 75
candela strobe rating, installed as close as practicable to the fire
department connection.
Section 903.7 shall be added to read as follows:
Section 903.7 Automatic Sprinkler System Room Access. Sprinkler
system risers providing protection for buildings with multiple tenant
spaces and/or occupancies must be located in a ground floor room
directly accessible from the exterior of the building. The door must be
labeled as the "RISER ROOM." Buildings with a single occupancy may
access the riser location from the interior of the building. The minimum
size of the room shall be 36 sq. ft., with the minimum dimension being 6
ft. When approved by the fire code official, smaller rooms may be
permitted.
Section 905.2 shall be amended to read as follows:
905.2 Installation standard. Standpipe systems shall be installed in
accordance with this section and NFPA 14. Manual dry standpipe
systems shall be supervised with a minimum of 10 psig and a maximum
of 40 psig air pressure with a high/low alarm.
Section 905.3.9 shall be added to read as follows:
905.3.9. Building Area. In buildings exceeding 10,000 square feet in
area per story, Class I automatic wet or manual wet standpipes shall be
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provided where any portion of the building's interior area is more than 200
feet (60,960 mm) of travel, vertically and horizontally, from the nearest
point of fire department vehicle access.
Exception: Automatic dry and semi-automatic dry standpipes are
allowed as provided for in NFPA 14.
Section 905.3.9.1 shall be added to read as follows:
905.3.9.1 Class I standpipes shall also be required in all occupancies in
which the distance from accessible points for Fire Department ingress to
any area within the structure exceeds two hundred fifty feet (250') along
the route a fire hose is laid as measured from the fire lane as a single
route.
Section 905.4, Item 5, shall be amended to read as follows:
5. Where the roof has a slope less than four units vertical in 12 units
horizontal (33.3 percent slope), each standpipe shall be provided
with a two-way hose connection located to serve the roof or at the
highest landing of a stairway with stair access to the roof provided
in accordance with Section 1009.16. An additional hose
connection shall be provided at the top of the most hydraulically
remote standpipe for testing purposes.
Section 905.4 shall be amended to add item 7 to read as follows:
7. When required by this Chapter, standpipe connections shall be
placed adjacent to all required exits to the structure and at two
hundred foot (200') intervals along major corridors thereafter, or
as otherwise approved by the fire code official.
Section 905.9 shall be amended to add a second paragraph after the
exceptions to read as follows:
Sprinkler and standpipe system water-flow detectors shall be provided for
each floor tap to the sprinkler system and shall cause an alarm upon
detection of water flow for more than 45 seconds. All control valves in the
sprinkler and standpipe systems except for fire department hose
connection valves shall be electrically supervised to initiate a supervisory
signal at the central station upon tampering.
Section 907.1.4 shall be added to read as follows:
907.1.4. Design Standards. All alarm systems new or replacement shall
be addressable. Alarm systems serving more than 20 smoke detectors
shall be analog addressable. Riser rooms shall be equipped with an
annunciator panel.
Exception: Existing systems need not comply unless the total
building remodel or expansion initiated after the effective date of
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this code, as adopted, exceeds 30% of the building. When
cumulative building remodel or expansion exceeds 50% of the
building, must comply within 18 months of permit application.
Section 907.2.1 shall be amended to read as follows:
907.2.1 Group A. A manual fire alarm system that activates the
occupant notification system in accordance with Section 907.6 shall be
installed in Group A occupancies having an occupant load of 300 or more
persons or more than 100 persons above or below the lowest level of exit
discharge. Portions of Group E occupancies occupied for assembly
purposes shall be provided with a fire alarm system as required for the
Group E occupancy. Activation of fire alarm notification appliances shall:
1. Cause illumination of the means of egress with light of not less
than 1 foot-candle (11 lux) at the walking surface level, and
2. Stop any conflicting or confusing sounds and visual distractions.
Section 907.2.3 shall be amended to read as follows:
907.2.3 Group E. A manual fire alarm system that activates the occupant
notification system in accordance with Section 907.6 shall be installed in
Group E educational occupancies. When automatic sprinkler systems or
smoke detectors are installed, such systems or detectors shall be
connected to the building fire alarm system. An approved smoke
detection system shall be installed in Group E day care occupancies.
Unless separated by a minimum of one hundred feet (100') of open
space, all buildings, whether portable buildings or the main building, will
be considered one building for alarm occupant load consideration and
interconnection of alarm systems.
Section 907.2.3 shall be amended to amend Exception 1 and to add
Exception 1.1 to read as follows:
Exceptions:
1. A manual fire alarm system is not required in Group E educational
and day care occupancies with an occupant load of less than 50
when provided with an approved automatic sprinkler system.
1.1. Residential In-Home day care with not more than 12 children may
use interconnected single station detectors in all habitable rooms.
(For care of more than five children 2 1/2 or less years of age, see
Section 907.2.6.)
Section 907.2.13, Exception 3 shall be amended to read as follows:
Open air portions of buildings with an occupancy in Group A-5 in
accordance with Section 303.1 of the International Building Code;
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however, this exception does not apply to accessory uses including but
not limited to sky boxes, restaurants and similarly enclosed areas.
Section 907.4.2.7 shall be added to read as follows:
Section 907.4.2.7 Type. Manual alarm initiating devices shall be an
approved double action type.
Section 907.6.1.1 shall be added to read as follows:
907.6.1.1 Wiring Installation. All fire alarm systems shall be installed in
such a manner that a failure of any single initiating device or single open
in an initiating circuit conductor will not interfere with the normal operation
of other such devices. All signaling line circuits (SLC) shall be installed in
such a way that a single open will not interfere with the operation of any
addressable devices (Class A). Outgoing and return SLC conductors shall
be installed in accordance with NFPA 72 requirements for Class A circuits
and shall have a minimum of four feet separation horizontal and one foot
vertical between supply and return circuit conductors. The initiating
device circuit (IDC) from an addressable input (monitor) module may be
wired Class B, provided the distance from the addressable module to the
initiating device is ten feet or less. All fire alarm wire shall be red in color.
907.5.3 Shall be added to read as follows:
Occupant notification in accordance with this section and 907.5 shall be
required for all new construction, or existing construction complying with
the International Building Code, for renovations to existing buildings,
tenant spaces, changes in occupancy, replacement or modification of the
existing fire alarm system, or as required by the fire code official, for all
buildings or spaces provided with an approved automatic sprinkler
system.
907.6.6 shall be added to read as follows:
907.6.6 Waterflow Notification. When required by Section 903.4.2, an
exterior audible and visible notification device shall be provided on the
exterior of the building and shall be located above the Fire Department
Connection. The notification device shall operate on a waterflow alarm
only, shall be non-silenceable and shall continue to operate after the
panel is silenced on the condition the alarm was a waterflow alarm only.
The notification device shall be wired from the fire alarm control panel as
a dedicated latching circuit. Minimum candela rating for the notification
device shall be 75 (cd) candela.
907.6.5.3 shall be added to read as follows:
907.6.5.3 Communication requirements. All alarm systems, new or
replacement, shall transmit alarm, supervisory and trouble signals
descriptively to the approved central station, remote supervisory station or
proprietary supervising station as defined in NFPA 72, with the correct
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device designation and location of addressable device identification.
Alarms shall not be permitted to be transmitted as a General Alarm or
Zone condition.
Section 907.10 shall be added to read as follows:
907.10. Fire extinguishing systems. Automatic fire-extinguishing
systems shall be connected to the building fire alarm system where a fire
alarm system is required by another section of this code or is otherwise
installed.
RESERVED
Section 910.1, Exception 2, shall be amended to read as follows:
2. Where areas of buildings are equipped with early suppression
fast-response (ESFR) sprinklers, only manual smoke and heat
vents shall be required within these areas. Automatic smoke and
heat vents are prohibited.
Section 910.2.3 shall be added to read as follows:
910.2.3 Group H. Buildings and portions thereof used as a Group H
occupancy as follows:
1. In occupancies classified as Group H-2 or H-3, any of which are
more than 15,000 square feet (1,394 m2) in single floor area.
Exception: Buildings of noncombustible construction containing
only noncombustible materials.
2. In areas of buildings in Group H used for storing Class 2, 3 and 4
liquid and solid oxidizers, Class 1 and unclassified detonable
organic peroxides, Class 3 and 4 unstable (reactive) materials, or
Class 2 or 3 water-reactive materials as required for a high-hazard
commodity classification.
Exception: Buildings of noncombustible construction containing
only noncombustible materials.
Section 910.2.4 shall be added to read as follows:
910.2.4 Exit access travel distance increase. Buildings and portions
thereof used as a Group F-1 or S-1 occupancy where the maximum exit
access travel distance is increased in accordance with Section 1016.3.
Table 910.3 shall be amended as follows:
Change the title of the first row of the table from "Group F-1 and S-1" to
include "Group H," to now read as follows: Group H, F-1, S-1.
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Section 910.3.2.2 shall be amended by adding a second paragraph to
read as follows:
The automatic operating mechanism of the smoke and heat vents shall
operate at a temperature rating at least 100 degrees F° (38 degrees CO)
greater than the temperature rating of the sprinklers installed.
Section 910.3 shall be amended to read as follows:
910.3.1 Design. Smoke and heat vents shall be listed and labeled to
indicate compliance with UL 793.
910.3.2 Vent operation. Smoke and heat vents shall be capable of being
operated by approved automatic and manual means. Automatic operation
of smoke and heat vents shall conform to the provisions of Sections
910.3.2.1 through 910.3.2.3.
910.3.2.1 Gravity-operated drop out vents. Automatic smoke and heat
vents containing heat-sensitive glazing designed to shrink and drop out of
the vent opening when exposed to fire shall fully open within 5 minutes
after the vent cavity is exposed to a simulated fire represented by a time-
temperature gradient that reaches an air temperature of 500°F (260°C)
within 5 minutes.
910.3.2.2 Sprinklered buildings. Where installed in buildings equipped
with an approved automatic sprinkler system, smoke and heat vents shall
be designed to operate automatically. The automatic operating
mechanism of the smoke and heat vents shall operate at a temperature
rating at least 100 degrees F (approximately 38 degrees Celsius) greater
than the temperature rating of the sprinklers installed.
910.3.2.3 Nonsprinklered buildings. Where installed in buildings not
equipped with an approved automatic sprinkler system, smoke and heat
vents shall operate automatically by actuation of a heat-responsive device
rated at between 100°F (56°C) and 220°F (122°C) above ambient.
Exception: Gravity-operated drop out vents complying with
Section 910.3.2.1.
910.3.3 Vent dimensions. The effective venting area shall not be less
than 16 square feet (1.5 m2) with no dimension less than 4 feet (1219
mm), excluding ribs or gutters having a total width not exceeding 6 inches
(152 mm).
Section 912.2.1 shall be amended to add the following:
Where an approved fire lane is provided on site in order to provide fire
department vehicle access to a building or structure, the fire department
connection shall be located such that it faces the fire lane.
Section 912.2.3 shall be added as follows:
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Section 912.2.3 Hydrant distance. An approved fire hydrant shall be
located within 50 feet (50') of the fire department connection as the hose
lays.
Section 912.4 shall be amended to read as follows:
912.4 Signs. Signs in accordance with Section 511 shall be mounted on
all fire department connections serving automatic sprinklers, standpipes
or fire pump connections. Where the fire department connection does not
serve the entire building, a sign shall be provided indicating the portions
of the building served.
Section 913.1 shall be amended by adding a second paragraph to read
as follows:
When located on the ground level at an exterior wall, the fire pump room
shall be provided with an exterior fire department access door that is not
less than 3 feet (3') in width and six feet eight inches (6' 8") in height,
regardless of any interior doors that are provided. A key box shall be
provided at this door, as required by Section 506.1.
Exception: When it is necessary to locate the fire pump room on
other levels or not at an exterior wall, the corridor leading to the
fire pump room access from the exterior of the building shall be
provided with equivalent fire resistance as that required for the
pump room, or as approved by the fire code official. Access keys
shall be provided in the key box as required by Section 506.1.
Chapter 10 shall be amended as follows:
Chapter 10: Sections 1001 through 1029; replace all references to "fire
code official" with "building official."
Section 1004.1.2 shall be amended as follows:
Delete exception.
Section 1007.1, Exception 4 shall be added to read as follows:
Buildings regulated under State Law and built in accordance with State
registered plans, including any variances or waivers granted by the State,
shall be deemed to be in compliance with the requirements of Section
1007.
Section 1007.5 shall be amended as follows:
1007.5 Platform lifts. Platform (wheelchair) lifts . . . required accessible
route in Section 1109.8, Items 1 through 10. Standby power . .
{remainder unchanged)
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Section 1008.1.9.8 shall be amended to add the following:
7. Doors shall be equipped with panic and fire exit hardware
controlling a manual switch under the bar that will unlock the door.
All wiring and circuitry to the switch and power unit shall be fail-
safe.
8. If a full building smoke detection system is not provided, approved
smoke detectors shall be provided on both the access and egress
sides of doors and in a location approved by the authority having
jurisdiction of NFPA 72. Actuation of a smoke detector shall
automatically unlock the door.
Section 1008.1.9.8 shall be amended to add the following exception to
condition 6, to read as follows:
Exception: In Group E Occupancies where ingress is available by
keys and/or access card located in a Knox Box mounted at the
main entrance to the building, the activation of the fire alarm
system shall unlock the egress portion or capability of all doors
while the ingress function may remain secured.
Section 1008.1.9.9 shall be amended to read as follows:
1008.1.9.9 Electromagnetically locked egress doors. Doors in the
means of egress in buildings with an occupancy in Group A, B, E, 1-1, 1-2,
M, R-1 or R-2 and doors to tenant spaces in Group A, B, E, 1-1, 1-2, M, R-
1 or R-2 shall be permitted to be electromagnetically locked if equipped
with listed hardware that incorporates a built-in switch and meet the
requirements below: (remaining text unchanged)
Section 1008.1.9.9, Exception 5 shall be amended to read as follows:
5. Panic or fire exit hardware shall be required and shall release the
electromagnetic lock.
Section 1015.7 shall be added to read as follows:
1015.7 Electrical Rooms. For electrical rooms, special exiting
requirements may apply. Reference the electrical code as adopted.
Section 1016.2.2 shall be added to read as follows:
1016.2.2 Group F-1 and S-1 increase. The maximum exit access travel
distance shall be 400 feet (122 m) in Group F-1 or S-1 occupancies
where all of the following are met:
1. The portion of the building classified as Group F-1 or S-1 is
limited to one story in height;
2. The minimum height from the finished floor to the bottom of
the ceiling or roof slab or deck is 24 feet (7315 mm); and
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3. The building is equipped throughout with an automatic fire
sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1.
Section 1018.1, Exception 6 shall be amended to read as follows:
6. In Group B office buildings, corridor walls and ceilings
within single tenant spaces need not be of fire-resistive
construction when the tenant space corridor is provided
with system smoke detectors tied to an approved
automatic fire alarm. The actuation of any detector shall
activate alarms audible in all areas served by the corridor.
Section 1018.6 shall be amended to read as follows:
1018.6 Corridor continuity. All corridors shall be continuous from the
point of entry to an exit, and shall not be interrupted by intervening rooms.
...{Exception unchanged}...
Section 1028.1.1.1 shall be deleted:
Section 1029.1 shall be amended to read as follows:
1029.1 General. In addition to the means of egress required by this
chapter, provisions shall be made for emergency escape and rescue
openings in Group R and 1-1. {Remainder unchanged}
Exceptions:
(Exceptions 1 through 3 unchanged)
4. In other than Group R-3 occupancies, buildings equipped
throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system in
accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2.
Section 1030.2 shall be amended to read as follows:
1030.2 Reliability. Required exit accesses, exits or exit discharges shall
be continuously maintained free from obstructions or impediments to full
instant use in the case of fire or other emergency. An exit or exit
passageway shall not be used for any purpose that interferes with a
means of egress. Security devices affecting means of egress shall be
subject to approval of the fire code official.
Section 1103.3 shall be amended to add the following:
Provide emergency signage as required by Section 607.2.
Section 1103.5.3 shall be added to read as follows:
1103.5.3 Spray booths and rooms. Existing spray booths and spray
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rooms shall be protected by an approved automatic fire-extinguishing
system in accordance with Section 2404.
Section 2304.1 shall be amended to read as follows:
2304.1 Supervision of Dispensing. The dispensing of fuel at motor
fuel-dispensing facility shall be in accordance with the following:
1. Conducted by a qualified attendant; and/or,
2. Shall be under the supervision of a qualified attendant;
and/or
3. Shall be an unattended self-service facility in accordance
with Section 2304.3.
At any time the qualified attendant of item 1 or 2 above is not present,
such operations shall be considered as an unattended self-service facility
and shall also comply with Section 2204.3.
Section 2401.2 shall be deleted.
Table 3206.2 footnote J shall be amended to read as follows:
Where areas of buildings are equipped with early suppression fast-
response (ESFR) sprinklers, manual smoke and heat vents or manually
activated engineered mechanical exhaust systems shall be required
within these areas.
Section 3310.1 shall be amended to add the following:
When fire apparatus access roads are required to be installed for any
structure or development, they shall be approved prior to the time of
which construction has progressed beyond completion of the foundation
of any structure.
Section 5601.1.3 shall be amended to read as follows:
5601.1.3 Fireworks. The possession, manufacture, storage, sale,
handling and use of fireworks are prohibited.
Exceptions:
1. Only when approved for fireworks displays, storage and
handling of fireworks as allowed in Section 5604 and 5608.
2. The use of fireworks for approved display as allowed in
Section 5608.
The presence or use of fireworks within the jurisdiction of the Town of
Prosper in violation of this Ordinance is hereby declared to be a common
and public nuisance. The restrictions of this section shall be applicable
and in force throughout the territory of the Town of Prosper, Texas, and
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extending for a distance outside the City limits for a total of 5,000 feet
(5,000'); provided that this section shall not be in effect within any portion
of such 5,000 feet (5,000') area which is contained within the territory of
any other municipal corporation. The owner, lessee or occupant of the
property or structure where fireworks are being stored or used shall be
deemed responsible for violating this section.
Section 5601.7.1 shall be added to read as follows:
5601.7.1 Documentation. The Fire Chief or Fire Marshal or his designee
may seize and destroy illegal fireworks prior to a court appearance and
photographs of such seized and destroyed fireworks will provide sufficient
evidence of a violation of Section 3301.1.3 for the municipal court.
Section 5703.6 shall be amended to read as follows:
3403.6 Piping systems. Piping systems, and their component parts, for
flammable and combustible liquids shall be in accordance with Sections
5703.6.1 through 5703.6.11. An approved method of secondary
containment shall be provided for underground tank and piping systems.
Section 5704.2.9.5 shall be amended to read as follows:
5704.2.9.5 Above-ground tanks inside of buildings. Above-ground
tanks inside of buildings shall comply with Section 5704.2.9.5.1 through
5704.2.9.5.3.
Section 5704.2.9.5.3 shall be added to read as follows:
3404.2.9.5.3 Combustible liquid storage tanks inside of buildings.
The maximum aggregate allowable quantity limit shall be 3,000 gallons
(11 356 L) of Class II or III combustible liquid for storage in protected
aboveground tanks complying with Section 3404.2.9.7 when all of the
following conditions are met:
1. The entire 3,000 gallon (11 356 L) quantity shall be stored
in protected above-ground tanks;
2. The 3,000 gallon (11 356 L) capacity shall be permitted to
be stored in a single tank or multiple smaller tanks;
3. The tanks shall be located in a room protected by an
automatic sprinkler system complying with Section
903.3.1.1; and
4. Tanks shall be connected to fuel-burning equipment,
including generators, utilizing an approved closed piping
system.
The quantity of combustible liquid stored in tanks complying with this
section shall not be counted towards the maximum allowable quantity set
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forth in Table 5003.1.1(1), and such tanks shall not be required to be
located in a control area. Such tanks shall not be located more than two
stories below grade.
Section 5704.2.11.5 shall be amended to read as follows:
Section 5704.2.11.5 Leak prevention. Leak prevention for underground
tanks shall comply with Sections 5704.2.11.5.1 through 5704.2.11.5.3.
An approved method of secondary containment shall be provided for
underground tank and piping systems.
Section 3404.2.11.5.2 shall be amended to read as follows:
3404.2.11.5.2 Leak detection. Underground storage tank systems shall
be provided with an approved method of leak detection from any
component of the system that is designed and installed in accordance
with NFPA 30 and as specified in Section 5704.2.11.5.3.
Section 5704.2.11.5.3 shall be added to read as follows:
5704.2.11.5.3 Observation wells. Approved sampling tubes of a
minimum 4 inches (4") in diameter shall be installed in the backfill material
of each underground flammable or combustible liquid storage tank. The
tubes shall extend from a point 12 inches (12") below the average grade
of the excavation to ground level and shall be provided with suitable
surface access caps. Each tank site shall provide a sampling sump at the
corners of the excavation with a minimum of four (4) sumps. Sampling
tubes shall be placed in the product line excavation within 10 feet (10') of
the tank excavation and one every 50 feet (50') routed along product lines
towards the dispensers, and a minimum of two (2) are required.
Section 5706.5.4.5 shall be deleted and replaced with the following:
5706.5.4.5 Commercial, industrial, governmental or manufacturing.
Dispensing of Class II and III motor vehicle fuel from tank vehicles into
the fuel tanks of motor vehicles located at commercial, industrial,
governmental or manufacturing establishments is allowed where
permitted, provided such dispensing operations are conducted in
accordance with Sections 5706.5.4.5.1 through 5706.5.4.5.3.
5706.5.4.5.1 Site requirements.
1. Dispensing may occur at sites that have been permitted to
conduct mobile fueling.
2. A detailed site plan shall be submitted with each
application for a permit. The site plan must indicate:
a. all buildings, structures, and appurtenances on site and
their use or function;
b. all uses adjacent to the property lines of the site;
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C. the locations of all storm drain openings, adjacent
waterways or wetlands;
d. information regarding slope, natural drainage, curbing,
impounding and how a spill will be retained upon the site
property; and
e. the scale of the site plan.
3. The fire code official is authorized to impose limits upon:
the times and/or days during which mobile fueling
operations are allowed to take place and specific locations
on a site where fueling is permitted.
4. Mobile fueling operations shall be conducted in areas not
generally accessible to the public.
5. Mobile fueling shall not take place within 15 feet (4.572 m)
of buildings, property lines, or combustible storage.
3406.5.4.5.2 Refueling Operator Requirements.
1. The owner of a mobile fueling operation shall provide to
the jurisdiction a written response plan which demonstrates
readiness to respond to a fuel spill, carry out appropriate
mitigation measures, and to indicate its process to properly
dispose of contaminated materials when circumstances
require.
2. The tank vehicle shall comply with the requirements of
NFPA 385 and Local, State and Federal requirements.
The tank vehicle's specific functions shall include that of
supplying fuel to motor vehicle fuel tanks. The vehicle and
all its equipment shall be maintained in good repair.
3. Signs prohibiting smoking or open flames within 25 feet
(7.62 m) of the tank vehicle or the point of fueling shall be
prominently posted on 3 sides of the vehicle including the
back and both sides.
4. A fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 40:13C shall be
provided on the vehicle with signage clearly indicating its
location.
5. The dispensing nozzles and hoses shall be of an approved
and listed type.
6. The dispensing hose shall not be extended from the reel
more than 100 feet (30.48m) in length.
7. Absorbent materials, non-water absorbent pads, a 10 foot
(3.048 m) long containment boom, an approved container
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with lid, and a non-metallic shovel shall be provided to
mitigate a minimum 5-gallon fuel spill.
8. Tanker vehicles shall be equipped with a fuel limit switch
such as a count-back switch, limiting the amount of a
single fueling operation to a maximum of 500 gallons
(1,893 L) between resetting of the limit switch.
Exception: Tankers utilizing remote emergency shut-off device
capability where the operator constantly carries the shut-off device
which, when activated, immediately causes flow of fuel from the
tanker to cease.
9. Persons responsible for dispensing operations shall be
trained in the appropriate mitigating actions in the event of
a fire, leak, or spill. Training records shall be maintained
by the dispensing company and shall be made available to
the fire code official upon request.
10. Operators of tank vehicles used for mobile fueling
operations shall have in their possession at all times an
emergency communications device to notify the proper
authorities in the event of an emergency.
3406.5.4.5.3 Operational Requirements.
1. The tank vehicle dispensing equipment shall be constantly
attended and operated only by designated personnel who
are trained to handle and dispense motor fuels.
2. Prior to beginning dispensing operations, precautions shall
be taken to assure ignition sources are not present.
3. The engines of vehicles being fueled shall be shut off
during dispensing operations.
4. Night time fueling operations shall only take place in
adequately lighted areas.
5. The tank vehicle shall be positioned with respect to
vehicles being fueled so as to preclude traffic from driving
over the delivery hose and between the tank vehicle and
the motor vehicle being fueled.
6. During fueling operations, tank vehicle brakes shall be set,
chock blocks shall be in place and warning lights shall be
in operation.
7. Motor vehicle fuel tanks shall not be topped off.
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8. The dispensing hose shall be properly placed on an
approved reel or in an approved compartment prior to
moving the tank vehicle.
9. The code official and other appropriate authorities shall be
notified when a reportable spill or unauthorized discharge
occurs.
Section 6103.2.1.8 shall be added to read as follows:
6103.2.1.8 Jewelry Repair, Dental Labs and Similar Occupancies.
Where natural gas service is not available, portable LP-Gas containers
are allowed to be used to supply approved torch assemblies or similar
appliances. Such containers shall not exceed 20-pound (9.0 kg) water
capacity. Aggregate capacity shall not exceed 60-pound (27.2 kg) water
capacity. Each device shall be separated from other containers by a
distance of not less than 20 feet (20').
Section 6104.2, Exception 2 shall be added to read as follows:
Exceptions:
2. Except as permitted in Sections 308.3 and 6104.3.2, LP-
gas containers are not permitted in residential areas.
Section 6104.3.2 shall be added to read as follows:
6104.3.2 Spas, pool heaters and other listed devices. Where natural
gas service is not available, LP-Gas containers are allowed to be used to
supply spa and pool heaters or other listed devices. Such containers
shall not exceed 250-gallon water capacity. See Table 6104.3 for
location of containers.
Exception: Lots where LP-Gas can be off loaded wholly on the
property where the tank is located may install 500 gallon
aboveground or 1,000 gallon underground approved containers.
Section 8105.1, Exception shall be amended to read as follows:
Exception: A reduction in required fire-flow of up to 50 percent
(50%), as approved, is allowed when the building is equipped with
an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Section B105.2 Exception shall be amended to read as follows:
Exception: A reduction in required fire-flow of up to 50 percent
(50%), as approved, is allowed when the building is provided with
an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance
with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2. The resulting fire-flow shall
not be less than 1,500 gallons per minute for the prescribed
duration as specified in Table B105.1.
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Section D104.2 shall be amended to read as follows:
Delete exception.
Section J101.1 shall be amended to read as follows:
J101.1 Scope. New buildings shall have a building information sign(s),
when required by the fire code official, that shall comply with Sections
J101.1.1 through J101.7. Existing buildings shall be brought into
compliance, when required by the fire code official, with Sections J101.1
through J101.9 when one of the following occurs:"
SECTION 5
All provisions of any ordinance in conflict with this Ordinance are hereby repealed to the
extent they are in conflict; but such repeal shall not abate any pending prosecution for violation
of the repealed ordinance, nor shall the repeal prevent a prosecution from being commenced for
any violation if occurring prior to the repeal of the ordinance. Any remaining portion of
conflicting ordinances shall remain in full force and effect.
SECTION 6
Any person, firm, corporation or business entity violating this Ordinance shall be deemed
guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction therefore, shall be fined a sum not exceeding Two
Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00), and each and every day that such violation continues shall be
considered a separate offense; provided, however, that such penal provision shall not preclude
a suit to enjoin such violation. The Town of Prosper retains all legal rights and remedies
available to it pursuant to local, state and federal law.
SECTION 7
If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance is for any
reason, held to be unconstitutional or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision
shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. Prosper hereby declares
that it would have passed this Ordinance, and each section, subsection, clause or phrase
thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses,
and phrases be declared unconstitutional.
SECTION 8
This Ordinance shall take effect and be in full force from and after its passage and
publication, as provided by the Revised Civil Statutes of the State of Texas and the Home Rule
Charter of the Town of Prosper, Texas.
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DULY PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
PROSPER, TEXAS, ON THIS 22ND DAY OFJULY, 2014.
APPROVED:
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Ray Smith, Mayor
ATTEST:
Robyn ga le, Town Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY:
Terrence S. Welch, Town Attorney
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