HomeMy WebLinkAbout2323 10-11-2022ORDINANCE NO. 2323
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EULESS, TEXAS, AMENDING
CHAPTER 14 "BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS,"
ARTICLES I THRU IX OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES; ADOPTING
THE 2021 VERSIONS OF THE INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE,
INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL
CODE, INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE, INTERNATIONAL FUEL
GAS CODE AND INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE,
INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE, AND THE 2020
VERSION OF THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE; AND ADOPTING
LOCAL AMENDMENTS TO EACH OF THE CODES ADOPTED HEREBY;
PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR VIOLATION; PROVIDING THAT THIS
ORDINANCE SHALL BE CUMULATIVE OF ALL ORDINANCES;
PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS
CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION IN THE OFFICIAL
NEWSPAPER; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, in order to protect the public health, safety and welfare of the citizens
of the City of Euless, the City has adopted codes that govern the construction, alteration,
remodeling, enlargement, repair and maintenance of structures within the City; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to update these codes by adopting the
following 2021 editions of the International Residential Code, International Building Code,
International Mechanical Code, International Plumbing Code, International Fuel Gas
Code, International Energy Conservation Code, International Property Maintenance
Code, and the 2020 version of the National Electrical Code; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that it is in the best interest of its
citizens to make local amendments to said international and national codes; and
WHEREAS, the Euless City Council finds and determines that the codes and
amendments adopted hereby will promote the health, safety, and general welfare of the
citizens of the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF EULESS, TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION 1.
Chapter 14, Articles I thru IX of the Euless Code of Ordinances, as amended, shall
be amended to read as follows:
ARTICLE I. BUILDING CODES
DIVISION I. GENERALLY
Sec. 14-1. Purpose.
The articles in this chapter are and shall be deemed an exercise of the administrative and
police powers of the city, enacted to protect public safety, comfort, welfare and property,
and all provisions of these articles shall be construed for the accomplishment of that
purpose.
Sec. 14-2. Definition.
As used in this chapter, Building Official means the officer or other designated authority
charged with the administration and enforcement of this chapter and the codes adopted
herein, or the Building Official's duly authorized representative such as Deputy Building
Official, building inspector, code enforcement officer and health officer.
Sec. 14-3. Contractor registration.
A. No person, contractor, firm or corporation shall be authorized to secure permits as
indicated in subsection (D) of this section without being a valid registered
contractor with the city. Homeowners doing work on their homestead are exempt.
B. A valid registered contractor is a person, firm or corporation, who has paid the
prescribed fees, as shown in the City Fee Schedule (Chapter 30), and is not
delinquent in any fees or debt to the City and has a current registration on file with
the City.
C. The registration applicant shall file an application in writing on a form furnished by
the Building Inspection Department for this purpose. Failure by the applicant to
have obtained appropriate licenses shall be cause for rejection of the application.
D. Permits that pertain to this chapter include the following: Residential, Building,
Plumbing, Irrigation, Fuel Gas, Mechanical, Electrical, Signs, Fences, etc.
E. The registration of a contractor may be denied by the Building Official or the
registration may be revoked if the registration is issued on the basis of incorrect
information supplied by the contractor.
F. The registration may be renewed for the ensuing calendar year by filing a new
registration and the payment of a renewal fee. No refund shall be made in the
event of the revocation or surrender of any such registration certificate.
Sec. 14-4. Operations for which permit required.
It shall be unlawful for any person to commence the construction of any building or the
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construction of any alterations or repairs to an existing building or to move any building
from outside the corporate limits to within the corporate limits without first having procured
a permit authorizing such construction from the Building Official.
Sec. 14-5. Application - Filing required.
Any person desiring to construct any alterations or repairs to any existing building, or to
move any building from outside the corporate limits to within the corporate limits, shall file
an application with the Building Official, such application to contain plans and
specifications and estimates of cost of the contemplated construction.
Sec. 14-6. Application - Filing time, with addenda.
No permit authorizing the construction of any building or the construction of any
alterations or repairs to any existing building, or the moving of any building from outside
the corporate limits to within the corporate limits, shall be issued until the application,
including the plans and specifications and estimates of cost provided for herein, shall
have been on file in the office of the Building Official for five full business days.
Sec. 14-7. Plat approval prerequisite to issuance.
No permit authorizing the construction of any building within the city, except auxiliary
buildings to existing buildings, or authorizing the moving of any building from outside the
corporate limits to within the corporate limits, shall be issued unless a plat showing the
subdivision of the area where such construction is to be proposed has been approved by
the city council.
Sec. 14-8. Authority to demand uncovering of work concealed prior to inspection.
The Building Official or his duly appointed representative shall have the authority to
demand contractors to open such work that in any manner conceals residential, building,
plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas, electrical, energy or fire code items that has been closed
without his/her knowledge or permission, and in no case shall the inspector issue
clearance until he/she is satisfied that the work is in accordance with the provisions of all
articles. The Building Official or his representative shall have the right to refuse to issue
a clearance on any item that is concealed in such a manner that they cannot fully satisfy
themselves that it has been done in accordance with all articles.
Sec. 14-9. Approval of inspector required before reconnecting service; exception.
When service is disconnected to any building used for commercial or mercantile
purposes, theaters, gasoline stations and garages whether for fire or catastrophe reasons
or other, approval must be obtained before reconnecting to the appropriate utilities.
Provided, however, where service is terminated for non-payment of bill, it shall not be
necessary to obtain city approval before reconnecting.
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Sec. 14-10. Penalty for violations.
Any person violating the terms and provisions of this chapter shall be deemed guilty of a
misdemeanor and such person shall be fined not more than the maximum provided in
Section 1-12 of the City of Euless Code for fire safety and public health and sanitation
provision violations for each offense. Every violation and each and every day's failure or
refusal to comply with these provisions will constitute a separate offense, and in case of
willful or continued violation by any person or his agents, employees servants or officers,
the City shall have the power to revoke and repeal any license under which the person
may be acting, and revoke all permits, privileges and franchises granted to the person.
Sec. 14-11. Appeals Board.
There is a City variance and appeals board that allows for the opportunity to appeal.
See Euless Code Sec. 84-27 (ZBA Board)
Sec. 14-12. Authority to establish policy standards.
The Building Official shall have authority to establish certain policy guidelines or
standards regulating various provisions of the residential, building, plumbing, fuel gas,
mechanical, electrical, property maintenance, abatement of dangerous buildings and
health codes adopted in this chapter that are subject to the standardization of construction
or health methods and/or local interpretation. The Building Official shall have the authority
to outline conditions and provide for code consistency to rules, regulations, or laws with
county, state or federal agencies.
Sec. 14-13 thru 14-20. Reserved.
ARTICLE II. INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE
AMENDMENTS/ADMINISTRATION
Sec. 14-21. Adoption. International Residential Code adopted: amendments
The International Residential Code, 2021 Edition, as published by the International Code
Council, is hereby adopted by reference. Unless deleted, amended, expanded or
otherwise changed herein, all provisions of such Code shall be fully applicable and
binding.
Sec. 14-22. Administration and enforcement of residential code.
The residential code of the city shall be administered and enforced by the office of the
Building Official. All references to Code Official shall mean the Building Official.
Sec. 14-23. Excavation and grading guidelines for development.
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Grading guidelines for development of lots and tracts, to maintain protection of
adjoining properties and alleviate erosion problems encountered by improper
drainage, shall be as follows:
A. Excavations or fills made for purpose of development of a lot or tract shall grade
permanent slopes no steeper than five feet horizontal to one foot vertical.
B. Deviation from excavation or fill limitations for slopes shall be permitted only upon
the presentation of a soil investigation report acceptable to the Building Official.
C. Retaining walls used to comply with the foregoing requirement shall be constructed
in accordance with accepted engineering practices and shall be installed in a good
workman like manner satisfactory to the Building Official.
D. Retaining walls four feet and greater in height from finished grade to the top of wall
shall require a permit prior to construction. The contractor must make application
to the engineering department and submit a detailed engineered drawing and
calculations including adequate drainage provisions through the wall. All drawings
must bear the legal descriptions of property, all boundaries, easements and rights -
of -way, as well as the engineer's seal and signature. All retaining walls one foot or
taller shall be constructed of approved masonry materials only and provide for
adequate drainage through the wall. (This is not intended to prohibit the use of
non -masonry materials for landscaping.)
E. Grading of slopes shall be done in such a manner as to ensure proper drainage.
Where practical, 80 percent of the lot or tract shall be graded to the fronting street
gutter. Drainage on the portion of a lot or tract below curb level shall not drain
across more than one lot or tract before entering an approved drainage way. This
drainage shall be accomplished in such a manner as not to cause erosion or
damage to any property.
F. Whenever the Building Official determines that any existing excavation or
embankment or fill on private property has become a hazard to life and limb or
endangers property or adversely affects the safety, use or stability of a public way
or drainage channel, the owner of the property upon which the excavation or fill is
located, or other person or agents in control of said property, upon receipt of notice
in writing from the building official, shall within the period specified therein repair
or eliminate the hazard and be in conformance with the requirements of this Code.
Sec. 14-24. Amendments.
The International Residential Code, 2021 Edition, adopted in Sec. 14-21, shall be
amended as follows:
Section R101.1, Title: change to read as follows:
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The provisions shall be known as the Residential Code for One and Two -Family Dwellings
of the City of Euless and shall be cited as such and will be referred to herein as "this
code".
Section R102.4 Referenced codes and standards: change to read as follows:
The codes, when specifically adopted, and standards referenced in this code shall be
considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such
reference. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and
standards, each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to reference the
amendments as well. Any reference made to NFPA 70 shall mean the Electrical Code as
adopted.
Where differences occur between provisions of this code and referenced codes and
standards, the provisions of this code shall apply.
Section R104.10.1 Flood Hazard areas; delete this section.
Section R105.3.1.1 & R106.1.4; delete these sections.
Section R105.2, Work Exempt from Permit, Building Item. change to read as follows:
1. One-story detached accessory structures provided the floor area does not
exceed 120 square feet.
2. Masonry material is required for all components of a retaining wall 1 foot or
taller. Retaining walls 4 foot or taller shall have engineered drawings submitted
when applying for permit. All walls shall have drainage provisions through the
wall. All drawings must bear the legal descriptions of property, all boundaries,
easements and rights -of -way, as well as the engineer's seal and signature.
3. Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity does not exceed
5000 gallons (18927 L) and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not
exceed 2 to 1.
4. Sidewalks and driveways outside of any right-of-way.
5. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops and similar finish
work.
6. Prefabricated swimming pools that are less than 24 inches (610 mm) deep
7. Swings and other playground equipment.
8. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall that do not project more than
54 inches 91372 mm) from the exterior wall and do not require additional
support.
9. Decks not exceeding 120 square feet in area, that are not more than 30 inches
(762 mm) above grade at any point, are not attached to a dwelling, and do not
serve the exit door required by Section R311.4. {Remainder of sections
unchanged)
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Section R105.5, Expiration: change to read as follows:
Work requiring a permit shall not be granted an extension or be renewed beyond a 24-
month period from the time the permit was originally issued. Any incomplete work for
which a permit has expired shall be caused by the Building Official to be demolished in
accordance with Article XII — Abatement of Dangerous Buildings.
Section R108.2, Schedule of permit fees: changed to add a second sentence to read as
follows:
See approved fee schedule (chapter 30)
Section R108.7 add to read as follows:
108.7 Re -inspection fee. A fee as established by city council may be charged when:
1. The inspection requested is not ready when the inspector arrives.
2. No building address or permit is clearly posted.
3. City approved plans are not on the jobsite available to the inspector.
4. The building is locked or work is otherwise not available for inspection
when requested.
5. The jobsite inspection is disapproved twice for the same item.
6. The original inspection tag has been removed from the jobsite; and/or
7. Violations exist on the property including failure to maintain erosion
control, trash control or tree protection,
108.7.1 Any re -inspection fees assessed shall be paid before any more inspections
are made on that job site.
Section R110, Certificate of Occupancy (R110.1 through R110.5): is deleted.
Sections R112.2.1 & R112.2.2: are deleted.
Section R202, Definitions: the definitions of "Townhouse", "Retaining Wall" and
"Municipality" are changed to read as follows:
RETAINING WALL. A retaining wall is a structure built in order to hold back earth
which would otherwise move downwards. The purpose of a retaining wall is to
stabilize slopes and provide useful areas at different elevations
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TOWNHOUSE. A single-family dwelling unit constructed in a group of three or
more attached units separated by property lines in which each unit extends from
foundation to roof and with a yard or public way on at least two sides.
MUNICIPALITY. Wherever the word "municipality" is used in this code, it shall
mean the City of Euless.
Table R301.2(1), Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria: change to read as follows:
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Section R302.1, Exterior walls: change exception #1 and add exception #6 to read as
follows:
Exceptions:
1. Detached garages accessory to a dwelling located within 5 feet of a lot
line may have roof projections not exceeding 12 inches.
6. Open metal carport structures may be constructed when the location of
such is approved as required by other adopted ordinances.
Section R302.3, Two-family dwellings: add Exception 3 to read as follows:
Exceptions:
1. (existing text unchanged)
2. (existing text unchanged)
3. Two-family dwelling units that are also divided by a property line through the
structure shall be separated as required for townhouses.
Section R302.5.1 Opening Protection: change to read as follows:
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R302.5.1 Opening protection. Openings from a private garage directly into a
room used for sleeping purposes shall not be permitted. Other openings
between the garage and residence shall be equipped with solid wood doors not
less than 1 3/8 (35mm) in thickness, solid or honeycomb core steel doors not
less than 1 3/8 inches (35 mm) thick, or 20-minute fire -rated doors.
Section 302.5.2, Duct penetration: change to read as follows:
R302.5.2 Duct penetration. Ducts in the garage .... (text unchanged) ... and shall
have no openings into the garage and shall be protected as required by Section
302.11, item 4.
Section 302.5.3, Other penetrations: change to read as follows:
R302.5.3 Other penetrations. Penetrations through the separation required in
Section R302.6 shall be protected as required by Section R302.11, item 4.
Section R302.7, Under -stair protection: change to read as follows:
R302.7 Under stair protection. All enclosed space under stairs shall have walls,
under stair surface and any soffits protected on the enclosed side with 5/8-inch
(15.8 mm) fire -rated gypsum board or one -hour fire -resistive construction.
Section R303.3, Bathrooms: change Exception to read as follows:
Exception: The glazed areas shall not be required where artificial light and a local
exhaust system, complying with the one of the following are provided.
1. The minimum ventilation rates shall be 50 cfm (241/s) for intermittent ventilation
or 20 cfm (10L/s) for continuous ventilation. Ventilation air from the space shall
be exhausted directly to the outside. (through the roof)
2. Bathrooms that contain only a water closet, a lavatory, or water closet and a
lavatory may be ventilated with an approved mechanical re -circulating fan or
similar designed to remove odors from the air.
Section R308.1, Identification :change to read as follows:
R308.1 Identification. Except as indicated in section R308.1.1 each pane of
glazing installed in hazardous locations and defined in Section R308.4 shall be
provided with a manufacturer's designation specifying who applied the
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designation, designating the type of glass and the safety glazing standard with
which it complies, which is visible in the final installation. The designation shall
be etched, sandblasted, ceramic -fired, laser etched, embossed, or be of a type
that one applied cannot be removed without being destroyed.
Exceptions: {Remainder of text unchanged)
Section R309.2, Carports: delete exception.
Section R313 Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems. Change to read as follows:
R313.1 Townhouse automatic fire sprinkler systems. Refer to requirements in the
International Fire Code
R313.2 One -and -two-family dwellings automatic fire systems. Refer to
requirements in the International Fire Code
R314.3 Locations,_change wording to the following:
1. In each sleeping room, media room, study, or similar room, {Remainder of text
unchanged}
Section R401.5. Add Section R401.5 as follows:
Section R401.5 Engineering required: All foundations supporting a structure
intended for human occupancy must be designed and sealed by a State of Texas
Professional Engineer. Foundations must be inspected and approved by a State
of Texas Professional Engineer, or his designee, prior to inspection by the
Building Official. Concrete cylinders must be obtained at the time of concrete
placement by the State of Texas Professional Engineer, or his designee with
breaks occurring at 7, 14, and 28 days in accordance with American Concrete
Institute standards. Sealed approval letters for the foundation design and
inspection and concrete breakage tests must be submitted and approved prior to
the final building inspection.
Section R602.6.1, Drilling and notching of top plate: change to read as follows and
delete exception:
R602.6.1 Drilling and notching of top plate. When piping or ductwork is placed in
or partly in an exterior wall or interior load bearing wall, necessitating cutting,
drilling or
notching of the top plate by more than 50 percent of its width, a galvanized metal
tie not less than 0.054 inch thick (1.37mm) (16 Ga) and 5 inches (127mm) wide
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shall be fastened across and to the plate at each side of the opening with not less
than eight 10d nails (0.148 inch diameter) having a minimum length of 1 1/2 inches
(38mm) at each side or equivalent. Fasteners will be offset to prevent splitting of
top plate material. The metal tie must extend a minimum of 6 inches past the
opening. See Figure R602.6.1.
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Section R602.6.2, Plumbing in walls and top plates: add to read as follows:
Section R602.6.1. Plumbing in walls and top plates. Any plumbing 2 inches
(51 MM) or more in diameter shall be installed in a wall using minimum 2" x 6"
nominal framing members or other approved methods.
Section R602.10 Wall Bracing change to read as follows:
R602.10 Wall Bracing. Buildings shall be braced in accordance with this section
or, when applicable, Section R602.12. Wall bracing plans complying with this
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section and sealed by a Texas Licensed Professional Engineer shall be required
on each new one -and two-family dwelling. An approved signed and sealed letter
by a Texas Licensed Professional Engineer to certify the wall bracing installed
complies with the approved plans shall be required to be submitted for each new
one -and -two-family dwelling. Wall bracing plans complying with this section and
sealed by a Texas Licensed Professional Engineer may be required on each
alteration or remodel of a one -and two-family dwelling including accessory
buildings. An approved signed and sealed letter by a Texas Licensed
Professional Engineer to certify the wall bracing installed complies with the
approved plans may be required on each alteration or remodel of a one -and two-
family dwelling including accessory buildings. {Remainder of section unchanged)
Section R703.8.4.1, Size and spacing: add a second paragraph to read as follows:
In stud framed exterior walls, all ties shall be anchored to studs as follows:
1. When studs are 16 inches (407 mm) o.c., stud ties shall be spaced no
further apart than 24 inches (737 mm) vertically starting approximately
12 in (381 mm) from the foundation, or
2. When studs are 24 inches (610 mm) o.c., stud ties shall be spaced no
further apart than 16 inches (483 mm) vertically starting approximately
8 inches (254 mm) from the foundation.
Section R806.3, Vent and insulation clearance: change sentence to read as follows:
Where eave or cornice vents are installed, they shall be a minimum of 3 feet from
all window and door openings.
Section R807.1, Attic access: add to read as follows:
R807.1 Buildings with combustible ceiling or roof construction shall have an attic
access opening to attic areas that have a vertical height of 30 inches (762 mm)
or greater over an area of not less than 30 square feet (2.8 mz). The vertical
height shall be measured from the top of the ceiling framing members to the
underside of the roof framing members.
Attic access openings, walkway, and access shall be provided according to
M1305.1.3.
Attic access shall not be provided in attached garages.
Section R902.1, Minimum Roof Class: change and add exception #3 to read as follows:
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R902.1 Minimum Roof Class. Roofs shall be covered with materials set forth in
Sections R904 and R905. Class A, B, or C roofing shall be installed; however,
individual replacement shingles shall be a minimum Class C.
Exceptions:
1. (text unchanged)
2. (text unchanged)
3. (text unchanged)
4. (text unchanged)
5. Non -classified roof coverings shall be permitted on one-story detached
accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and
similar uses, provided floor area does not exceed 120 square feet.
Sections R905.7 thru 905.8.9 are deleted.
Section R907.1, General: add a sentence to read as follows:
R907.1 General. Materials and methods of application used for recovering or
replacing an existing roof covering shall comply with the requirements of Chapter
9. All individual replacement shingles shall comply with Section R902.1. (exception
unchanged)
Chapter 11 [RE] —Energy Efficiency_is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the
following:
N1101.1 Scope. This chapter regulates the energy efficiency for the design and
construction of buildings regulated by this code.
N1101.2 Compliance. Compliance shall be demonstrated by meeting the
requirements of the residential provisions of the 2021 International Energy
Conservation Code.
Section M1305.1.3, Appliances in attics: change to read as follows:
M1305.1.3 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access
shall be provided ... {bulk of paragraph unchanged} ... sides of the appliance
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where access is required. The clear access opening dimensions shall be a
minimum of 20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm by 762 mm), or larger and large
enough to allow removal of the largest appliance. A walkway to an appliance shall
be rated as a floor as approved by the building official. As a minimum, access to
the attic space shall be provided by one of the following:
1. A permanent stair.
2. A pull -down stair with a minimum 300 Ibs (136kg) capacity.
3. An access door from an upper floor level.
4. Access Panel may be used in lieu of items 1, 2, and 3 with prior approval of
the Building Official due to building conditions.
Exception:
1. The passageway and level service space are not required where the appliance
can be serviced and removed through the required opening.
2. Where the passageway is unobstructed... (remaining text unchanged).
Section M1305.1.3.1, Electrical requirements. change to read as follows:
M1305.1.3.1 Electrical requirements. A luminaire controlled by a switch located at
the required passage -way opening and a receptacle outlet shall be installed at or
near the appliance location in accordance with Electrical Code. Low voltage wiring
of 50 Volts or less shall be installed in a manner to prevent physical damage.
Section M1305.1.4.1, Ground clearance. change to read as follows:
M1305.1.4.1 Ground clearance. Appliances supported from the ground shall be
level and firmly supported on a concrete slab or other approved material extending
above the adjoining ground a minimum of 3 inches (76 mm). Appliances
suspended from the floor shall have a clearance of not less than 6 inches (152
mm) above the ground.
Section M1305.1.4.3, Electrical requirements: change to read as follows:
M1305.1.4.3 Electrical requirements. A luminaire controlled by a switch located at
the required passage -way opening and a receptacle outlet shall be installed at or
near the appliance location in accordance with Electrical Code. Low voltage wiring
of 50 Volts or less shall be installed in a manner to prevent physical damage.
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Section M1307.3.1, Protection from impact: is deleted.
Section M1411.3, Condensate disposal: change to read as follows:
M1411.3 Condensate disposal. Condensate from all cooling coils or evaporators
shall be conveyed from the drain pan outlet to a sanitary sewer through a trap, by
means of a direct or indirect drain. (remaining text unchanged)
Section M1411.3.1, Auxiliary and secondary drain systems. change items 3 and 4 to
read as follows:
M1411.3.1 Auxiliary and secondary drain systems. (bulk of paragraph
unchanged)
1. (text unchanged)
2. (text unchanged)
3. An auxiliary drain pan ... (bulk unchanged)... with item 1 of this section. A water
level detection/shut off device may be installed with prior approval from the
Building Official,
4. A water level detection device (bulk of text unchanged)... overflow rim of such
pan. A water level detection/shut off device may be installed with prior approval
of the Building Official.
Section M1411.3.1.1, Water -level monitoring devices: change to read as follows:
M1411.3.1.1 Water -level monitoring devices. On down -flow units ... (bulk of text
unchanged) ...be installed only with prior approval of the Building Official.
Section M1501.2, Material and size: add to read as follows:
Section M1501.2 Material and size. Exhaust ducts shall have a smooth interior
finish and shall be constructed of metal a minimum 0.016-inch (0.4 mm) thick. The
exhaust duct size shall be 4 inches (102 mm) nominal in diameter. Duct size shall
not be reduced along its developed length of at termination.
Section M1501.3, Specified length: add to read as follows:
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M1501.3 Specified length. The maximum length of the exhaust duct shall be 35
feet (10668 mm) from the connection to the transition duct from the appliance to
the outlet terminal. Where fittings are used, the maximum length of the exhaust
duct shall be reduced in accordance with Table M1502.4.4.1.
Section M1601.4.3 Support., change to read as follows:
Metal ducts... (text unchanged)... or other approved means. Nonmetallic ducts
shall be supported by 1-inch wide 18-gage solid metal straps with 6" metal saddles
at intervals not exceeding 10 feet or in accordance with the manufacturer's
installation instructions.
Section M2005.2, Prohibited locations: change to read as follows:
M2005.2 Prohibited locations. Fuel -fired water heaters shall not be installed in a
room used as a storage closet. Water heaters located in a bedroom or bathroom
shall be installed in a sealed enclosure so that combustion air will not be taken
from the living space. Access to such enclosure may be from the bedroom or
bathroom when through a solid door, weather-stripped in accordance with the
exterior door air leakage requirements of the International Energy Conservation
Code and equipped with an approved self -closing device. Installation of direct -vent
water heaters within an enclosure is not required.
Section G2408.3 (305.5), Private garages: is deleted.
Section G2412.5 (401.5), Identification: add a second paragraph to read as follows:
Both ends of each section of medium pressure gas piping shall identify its
operating gas pressure with an approved tag. The tags are to be composed of
aluminum or stainless steel and the following wording shall be stamped into the
tag:
"WARNING
1/2 to 5 psi gas pressure
Do Not Remove"
Section G2413.3 (402.3), Sizing: add an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) shall be a minimum of 1/2"'.
(18 EDH).
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Section G2414.5.3 Corrugated stainless steel tubing: change to read as follows:
G2414.5.3 (403.6) Corrugated stainless steel tubing. Corrugated stainless steel
tubing shall be listed in accordance with ANSI LC 1/CSA 6.26. Corrugated stainless
steel tubing shall only be used to repair or replace existing corrugated stainless steel
tubing as approved.
Section G2415.9.1 (404.9.1), Prohibited use: is deleted.
Section G2415.10 (404.10), Minimum burial depth: change to read as follows:
G2415.10 (404.10) Minimum burial depth. Underground piping systems shall be
installed a minimum depth of 18 inches (457 mm) below grade, except as provided
for in Section G2415.10.1.
Section G2417.1 (406.1), General: change to read as follows:
G2417.1 (406.1) General. Prior to acceptance and initial operation, all piping
installations shall be inspected and pressure tested to determine that the materials,
design, fabrication, and installation practices comply with the requirements of this
code. The permit holder shall make the applicable tests prescribed in Sections
2417.1.1 through 2417.7.5 to determine compliance with the provisions of this
code. The permit holder shall give reasonable advance notice to the code official
when the piping system is ready for testing. The equipment, material, power and
labor necessary for the inspections and test shall be furnished by the permit holder
and the permit holder shall be responsible for determining that the work will
withstand the test pressure prescribed in the following tests.
Section G2417.4 (406.4), Test pressure measurement: change to read as follows:
G2417.4 (406.4) Test pressure measurement. Test pressure shall be measured
with a manometer or with a pressure -measuring device designed and calibrated to
read, record, or indicate a pressure loss caused by leakage during the pressure
test period. The source of pressure shall be isolated before the pressure tests are
made. Gauges used to measure ... {remainder unchanged}
Section G2417.4.1 (406.4.1), Test pressure: change to read as follows:
G2417.4.1 (406.4.1) Test pressure. The test pressure to be used shall be not less
than 3 psig (20 kPa gauge), or at the discretion of the Building Official, the piping
and valves may be tested at a pressure of at least six (6) inches (152 mm) of
mercury, measured with a manometer or slope gauge. For tests requiring 3 psig
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gauges shall utilize a dial with a minimum diaphragm diameter of three and one
half inches (3 1/2"), a set hand, 1/10 pound incrementation and pressure range not
to exceed 6 psi for tests requiring a pressure of 3 psig. For tests requiring a
pressure of 10 psig, diaphragm gauges shall utilize a dial with a minimum diameter
of three and one-half inches (3 '/2") a set hand, a minimum of 2/10 pound
incrementation and a pressure range not to exceed 20 psi.
For welded piping, and for piping carrying gas pressures in excess of fourteen (14)
inches of water column pressure (4.48 kPa) (1/2 psi) and less than 200 inches of
water column pressure (52.2 kPa)(7.5 psi), the test pressure shall not be less than
ten (10) pounds per square inch (69.6 kPa). For piping carrying gas at a pressure
that exceeds 200 inch of water column (52.2 kPa)(7.5 psi), the test pressure shall
be not less that one and one-half times the proposed maximum working pressure.
Diaphragm gauges used for testing must display a current calibration and be in
good working condition. The appropriate test must be applied to the diaphragm
gauge used for testing.
Section G2417.4.2 (406.4.2), Test duration: change to read as follows:
G2417.4.2 (406.4.2) Test duration. Test duration shall be held for a length of time
satisfactory to the Building Official, but in no case for less than fifteen (15) minutes.
For welded -piping, and for piping carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen
(14) inches water column pressure (3.48 kPa), the test duration shall be held for a
length of time satisfactory to the Building Official, but in no case for less than thirty
(30) minutes.
Section G2420.1.4, Valves in CSST installations: add to read as follows:
G2420.1.4 Valves in CSST installations. Shutoff valves installed with corrugated
stainless steel (CSST) piping systems shall be supported with an approved
termination fitting, or equivalent support, suitable for the size of the valves, of
adequate strength and quality, and located at intervals so as to prevent or damp
out excessive vibration but in no case greater than 12-inches from the center of
the valve. Supports shall be installed so as not to interfere with the free expansion
and contraction of the system's piping, fittings, and valves between anchors. All
valves and supports shall be designed and installed so they will not be disengaged
by movement of the supporting piping.
Section G2420.5.1 (409.5.1), Located within same room: change to read as follows:
G2420.5.1 (409.5.1) Located within the same room. The shutoff valve ....(text
unchanged)... in accordance with the appliance manufacturer's instructions. A
secondary shutoff valve must be installed within 3 feet (914mm) of the firebox if
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appliance shutoff is located in the firebox.
Section G2421.1 (410.1), Pressure regulators: change to read as follows:
G2421.1 (410.1) Pressure regulators. A line pressure regulator shall be ...(bulk of
paragraph unchanged)... approved for outdoor installation.
Access to regulators shall comply with the requirements for access to appliances
as specified in Section M1305.
Exception: A passageway or level service space is not required when the regulator
is capable of being serviced and removed through the required attic opening.
Section G2439.5 (614.6) Domestic clothes dryer exhaust ducts: change to read as
follows:
G2439.5 (614.6) Domestic clothes dryer exhaust ducts. Exhaust ducts for
domestic clothes dryers shall conform to the requirements of Sections G2439.5.1
through G2439.5.7. The size of duct shall not be reduced along its developed
length nor at the point of termination.
Section G2445.2 (621.2), Prohibited use: change to read as follows:
G2445.2 (621.2) Prohibited use. One or more unvented room heaters shall not be
used as the sole source of comfort heating in a dwelling unit.
Exception: Existing approved unvented heaters may continue to be used in
dwelling units, in accordance with the code provisions in effect when installed,
when approved by the Building Official unless an unsafe condition is determined
to exist as described in International Fuel Gas Code Section 108.7 of the Fuel Gas
Code.
Section G2448.1.1 (624.1.1) Installation requirements. change to read as follows:
G2448.1.1 (624.1.1) Installation requirements. The requirements for water heaters
relative to access, sizing, relief valves, drain pans and scald protection shall be in
accordance with this code.
Section P2503.6, Shower liner test: change to read as follows:
P2503.6 Shower liner test. Where shower floors and receptors are made water
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tight by the application of materials required by section P2709.2, the completed
liner installation shall be tested. The pipe from the shower drain shall be plugged
water tight for the test. Water shall be held in the section under test for a period
of 15 minutes. The system shall prove leak free by visual inspection.
Section P2603.6.1, Sewer depth: change to read as follows:
P2603.6.1 Sewer depth. Building sewers shall be a minimum of 12 inches (304
mm) below grade.
Section P26O9.5 Water supply systems: add to read as follows:
Water service pipe shall be seamless copper type L or pex piping.
Water distribution pipe shall be copper or copper alloy, or pex piping.
Section P27O9.2, Lining required: add an Exception to read as follows:
Exception: Showers designed to comply with ICC/ANSI Al 17.1.
Section P2718.1, Waste connection: add a second sentence to read as follows:
All clothes washing machines on a second floor or above shall have a pan.
Section P28O1.4, Prohibited locations: add second sentence to read as follows:
Water heaters shall not be installed in attics.
Section P28O1.6, Water heaters installed in garages: add an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Elevation of the ignition source is not required for water heaters that
are listed as flammable vapor resistant and for installation without elevation.
Section P2902.5.3, Lawn irrigation systems: change to read as follows:
P29O2.5.3 Lawn Irrigation Systems. The potable water supply system to lawn
irrigation systems shall be protected against backflow by a pressure type vacuum
breaker, a double-check assembly or a reduced pressure principle backflow
preventer ... {remainder of section unchanged). All irrigation systems shall have
rain and freeze protection installed.
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P2902.5.3.1 Lawn Irrigation systems rules and law compliance with State Law
and TCEQ requirements.
Landscape irrigation rules promulgated by the Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality and contained in Chapter 344, Subchapters E and F, §§
344.50-344.65, TEXAS ADMINISTRATIVE CODE, are hereby adopted by
reference as the landscape irrigation rules of the City
Table P2905.4, Water Service Pipe shall be either copper or pex only.
Table P2905.5 Water Distribution Pipe: shall be either copper or pex only.
Section P3005.2.6, Upper terminal delete current section and change to read as follows:
P3005.2.6 Upper terminal. Each horizontal drain shall be provided with a cleanout
at its upper terminal.
Exception: Cleanouts may be omitted on a horizontal drain less than five (5) feet
(1524 mm) in length unless such line is serving sinks or urinals.
Section P3111, Combination Waste and Vent System: is deleted.
Section P3112.2, Vent connection. is deleted and replaced with the following:
P3112.2 Installation. Traps for island sinks and similar equipment shall be
roughed in above the floor and may be vented by extending the vent as high
as possible, but not less than the drain board height and then returning it
downward and connecting it to the horizontal sink drain immediately
downstream from the vertical fixture drain. The return vent shall be
connected to the horizontal drain through a wye-branch fitting and shall, in
addition, be provided with a foot vent taken off the vertical fixture vent by
means of a wye-branch immediately below the floor and extending to the
nearest partition and then through the roof to the open air or may be
connected to other vents at a point not less than six (6) inches (152 mm)
above the flood level rim of the fixtures served. Drainage fittings shall be
used on all parts of the vent below the floor level and a minimum slope of
one -quarter (1/4) inch per foot (20.9 mm/m) back to the drain shall be
maintained. The return bend used under the drain board shall be a one (1)
piece fitting or an assembly of a forty-five (45) degree (0.79 radius), a ninety
(90) degree (1.6 radius) and a forty-five (45) degree (0.79 radius) elbow in
the order named. Pipe sizing shall be as elsewhere required in this Code.
The island sink drain, upstream of the return vent, shall serve no other
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fixtures. An accessible cleanout shall be installed in the vertical portion of
the foot vent.
Section P 3114, Air Admittance Valves: is deleted.
Chapters 33 through 42. are deleted and replaced with the electrical code as adopted.
Appendix G Section 105.2, Outdoor swimming pool: change items 1, 2 and 8 to read as
follows and delete items 4, 5, 6 and 7:
1. Barrier shall be at least 72" inches measured on the side of the barrier which
faces away from the swimming pool.
2. Barrier shall be constructed of wood with steel post. Spacing between fence
slats shall not exceed 4 inches. Other materials may be used as approved by
the Building Official.
8. Access gates shall be equipped to accommodate a locking device.
Pedestrian ... (remainder of text unchanged) ....... shall comply with the
following.
Sec. 14- 25 through 14-40. Reserved
ARTICLE III. INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE
ADMENDMENTS/ADMINISTRATION
Sec. 14-41. Adoption. International Building Code:
The International Building Code, 2021 Edition, as published by the International Code
Council is hereby adopted by reference. Unless deleted, amended, expanded or
otherwise changed herein, all provisions of such Code shall be fully applicable and
binding.
Sec.14-42. Administration and enforcement of building code.
The building code of the city shall be administered and enforced by the office of the
building official. All references to Code Official shall mean the Building Official.
Sec. 14-43. Amendments.
The International Building Code, 2021 Edition, adopted in Sec. 14-41, shall be amended
as follows:
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Section 101.4, Referenced codes: change to read as follows:
101.4 Referenced codes. The other codes listed in Sections 101.4.1 through
101.4.6 and referenced elsewhere in this code, when specifically adopted, shall be
considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each
such reference. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced
codes and standards, each reference to said code and standard shall be
considered to reference the amendments as well. Any reference to NFPA 70 shall
mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
Section 101.4.7, Electrical: add to read as follows:
101.4.7 Electrical. The provisions of the Electrical Code shall apply to the
installation of electrical systems, including alterations, repairs, replacement,
equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances thereto.
Sections 103 and 103.1: amend to read as follows:
SECTION 103
OFFICIAL BUILDING DEPARTMENT
103.1 Creation of enforcement agency. The Department of Building Safety for The
City of Euless is hereby created and the Official in charge shall be known as the
Building Official.
Section 105.2, Work Exempt from Permit, Building Item: change to read as follows:
1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds,
playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 120
square feet.
2. {section deleted. Remainder of sections unchanged}
Section 109.2.1, Plan review fees: add to read as follows:
109.2.1 Plan review fees: When submittal documents are required by section
107.1, a plan review fee shall be paid at the time of submitting the submittal
documents for plan review. Said plan review fee shall be as set forth in section 30-
13 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Euless.
The Plan review fees are in addition to the permit fees. When submittal documents
are incomplete or changed so as to require additional plan review or when the
project involves submittal items as defined in section 107.2, an additional plan
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review fee shall be charged at the rate as set forth in section 30-13.
Section 109.2, Schedule of permit fees: change to add a second sentence to read as
follows:
See approved fee schedule (Euless Code of Ordinances Chapter 30)
Section 109.7, Re -Inspection fee: add to read as follows:
109.7 Re -Inspection fee. A fee as established by city council may be charged
when:
1. The inspection requested is not ready when the inspector arrives.
2. No building address or permit card is clearly posted.
3. City approved plans are not on the job site available to the inspector.
4. The building is locked or work otherwise not available for inspection when
requested.
5. The job site inspection is disapproved twice for the same item.
6. The original inspection tag has been removed from the job site and/or,
7. Violations exist on the property including failure to maintain erosion control,
trash control or tree protection,
Any re -inspection fees assessed shall be paid before any subsequent
inspections are made on that job site.
Section 116.5 Restoration: -change to read as follows:
116.5 Restoration. The structure or equipment determined to be unsafe by the
building official is permitted to be restored to a safe condition. To the extent that
repairs, alterations, or additions are made or a change of occupancy occurs during
the restoration of the structure, such repairs, alterations, additions or change of
occupancy shall comply with the requirements of Section 105.2.1 and Chapter 34.
Section 116.5.1, Damage or Renovations to Existing Structures: add to read as follows:
116.5.1 Damage or Renovations to Existing Structures. When a structure is
renovated or is damaged to 51 % or more of the gross floor area or if the value of
the damage or renovation exceeds 51 % of the fair market value of the structure at
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the time of damage or renovation all requirements of this code shall be complied
with in any such repair, reconstruction, or renovation.
Section 202, Definitions: amend definition of Ambulatory Health Care Facility to read as
follows:
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 individuals who are rendered incapable of self-preservation. This group
may include but not be limited to the following:
-Dialysis centers
-Sedation dentistry
-Surgery centers
-Colonic centers
-Psychiatric centers
Option B
Section 202, Definitions: amend definition to read as follows:
HIGH-RISE BUILDING. A building having any floor used for human occupancy located
more than 55 feet_(16 764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
Section 202; Definitions: add definition of Assisted Living Facilities to read as follows:
ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES A building or part thereof housing persons, on a 24-
hour basis, who because of age, mental disability or other reasons live in a supervised
residential environment which provides personal care services. The occupants are
capable of responding to an emergency situation without physical assistance from staff.
Section 202; Definitions. add definition of Atrium to read as follows:
ATRIUM: An opening connecting three or more stories {Balance remains unchanged}
Section 202, Definitions: add definition of Repair Garage to read as follows:
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; Definitions: add definition of Special Inspector to read as follows:
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SPECIAL INSPECTOR: A qualified person employed or retained by an approved
agency who shall prove to the satisfaction of the registered design professional in
responsible charge and the Building Official as having the competence necessary to
inspect a particular type of construction requiring special inspection.
Section 304.1, Business Group B: change to add the following to the list of occupancies:
Fire stations
Police stations with detention facilities for 5 or less
Section 307.1, High -hazard Group H: change Exception 4 to read as follows:
4. Cleaning establishments... (text unchanged) ... with Section 707 or 1-hour
horizontal assemblies constructed in accordance with Section 711, or both. See
also IFC chapter 21, Dry Cleaning Plant provisions.
Section 403.1, Applicability: change Exception 3 to read as follows:
3. Open air portions of buildings with a Group A-5 occupancy in accordance with
Section 303.6
4.
'Section 403.3.2; change to read as follows:
[F] 403.3.2 Water supply to required fire pumps. In buildings that are more than 120 feet
(36.5 m) in building height, required fire pumps shall be supplied by connections to no
fewer than two water mains located in different streets. Separate supply piping shall be
provided between each connection to the water main and the pumps. Each connection
and the supply piping between the connection and the pumps shall be sized to supply the
flow and pressure required for the pumps to operate.
Exception: {No change to exception.)
Section 403.3, Automatic sprinkler system: Exception is deleted
*'Section 404.10; change to read as follows:
Section 404.10 Exit Stairways in an atrium. Where an atrium contains an exit access
stairway all the following shall be met: [Remainder Unchanged]
Section 406.3.5.1, Carport Separation: change to read as follows:
Section 406.3.5.1, Carport Separation A separation is not required between a
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Group R-2 and U carport provided that the carport is entirely open on all sides
and that the distance between the two is at least 10 feet (3048 mm).
***Section 423.5.1; change to read as follows:
423.5.1 Required occupant capacity. The required occupant capacity of the storm shelter
shall include all of the buildings on the site and shall be the total occupant load of the
classrooms, vocational rooms and offices in the Group E occupancy.
Exceptions:
1. Where a new building is being added on an existing Group E site, and where
the new building is not of sufficient size to accommodate the required occupant
capacity of the storm shelter for all of the buildings on the site, the storm shelter
shall at a minimum accommodate the required occupant capacity for the new
building.
2. Where approved by the building official, the required occupant capacity of the
shelter shall be permitted to be reduced by the occupant capacity of any
existing storm shelters on the site.
3. Where approved by the building official, the actual number of occupants for
whom each occupied space, floor or building is designed, although less than
those determined by occupant load calculation, shall be permitted to be used
in the determination of the required design occupant capacity for the storm
shelter.
***Section 503.1.; add sentence to read as follows:
503.1. General. [Existing Text to remain]
Where a building contains more than one distinct type of construction, the building shall
comply with the most restrictive area, height, and stories, for the lesser type of
construction or be separated by fire walls, except as allowed in Section 510.
**Table 506.2; delete footnote i from table
**Section 506.3.1; add sentence to read as follows:
506.3.1 Minimum percentage of perimeter. [Existing Text remains]
Except for single or two family residences, the path of measurement shall be along a
minimum of a ten foot (10) wide unobstructed pathway around the external walls of the
structure.
***Section 708.4.2; change sentence to read as follows:
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708.4.2 Fireblocks and draftstops in combustible construction. [Body of text
unchanged]
Exceptions:
1. Buildings equipped with an automatic sprinkler system installed throughout in
accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, or in accordance with Section 903.3.1.2
provided that sprinkler protection is provided in the space between the top of
the fire partition and the underside of the floor or roof sheathing, deck or slab
above as required for systems complying with Section 903.3.1.1. Portions of
buildings containing concealed spaces filled with noncombustible insulation as
permitted for sprinkler omission shall not apply to this exception for
draftstopping_ [Remainder unchanged]
"Section 718.3; change sentence to read as follows:
718.3 Draftstopping in floors. [Body of text unchanged]
Exceptions: Buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in
accordance with Section 903.3.1.1. and provided that in combustible construction,
sprinkler protection is provided in the floor space
"Section 718.4; change sentence to read as follows:
718.4 Draftstopping in attics. [Body of text unchanged]
Exceptions: Buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in
accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 and provided that in combustible construction
sprinkler protection is provided in the attic space
'Section 901.6.1; add Section 901.6.1.1 to read as follows:
901.6.1.1 Standpipe Testing. Building owners/managers must maintain and test
standpipe systems as per NFPA 25 requirements. The following additional requirements
shall be applied to the testing that is required every 5 years:
1. The piping between the Fire Department Connection (FDC) and the standpipe
shall be backflushed or inspected by approved camera when foreign material
is present or when caps are missing, and also hydrostatically tested for all
FDC's on any type of standpipe system. Hydrostatic testing shall also be
conducted in accordance with NFPA 25 requirements for the different types of
standpipe systems.
2. For any manual (dry or wet) standpipe system not having an automatic water
supply capable of flowing water through the standpipe, the tester shall connect
hose from a fire hydrant or portable pumping system (as approved by the fire
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code official) to each FDC, and flow water through the standpipe system to the
roof outlet to verify that each inlet connection functions properly. Confirm that
there are no open hose valves prior to introducing water into a dry standpipe.
There is no required pressure criteria at the outlet. Verify that check valves
function properly and that there are no closed control valves on the system.
3. Any pressure relief, reducing, or control valves shall be tested in accordance
with the requirements of NFPA 25. All hose valves shall be exercised.
4. If the FDC is not already provided with approved caps, the contractor shall
install such caps for all FDC's as required by the fire code official.
5. Upon successful completion of standpipe test, place a blue tag (as per Texas
Administrative Code, Fire Sprinkler Rules for Inspection, Test and Maintenance
Service (ITM) Tag) at the bottom of each standpipe riser in the building. The
tag shall be check -marked as "Fifth Year" for Type of ITM, and the note on the
back of the tag shall read "5 Year Standpipe Test" at a minimum.
6. The procedures required by Texas Administrative Code Fire Sprinkler Rules
with regard to Yellow Tags and Red Tags or any deficiencies noted during the
testing, including the required notification of the local Authority Having
Jurisdiction (fire code official) shall be followed.
7. Additionally, records of the testing shall be maintained by the owner and
contractor, if applicable, as required by the State Rules mentioned above and
NFPA 25.
8. Standpipe system tests where water will be flowed external to the building shall
not be conducted during freezing conditions or during the day prior to expected
nighttime freezing conditions.
9. Contact the fire code official for requests to remove existing fire hose from
Class 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 903.1.1; change 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 is added to read as follows:
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903.1.2 Residential systems. When permitted in R occupancies other than
single or two family dwellings, a 13R system must provide full coverage of
the attic, all enclosures, and protect the structure to the same extent of
coverage as would be required utilizing an NFPA 13 system design unless
otherwise approved by the fire code official. When approved by the fire code
official, a single riser or gang riser arrangement under the control of the
HOA is permitted in townhomes. For purposes of this section, a single family
or two family dwelling is defined as no more than two contiguous dwelling
units with a minimum of five (5) feet of physical separation between
separate buildings. Residential units in a grouping of three or more
regardless of fire walls or other separations are considered to be multi-
family units and are regulated under the sprinkler provisions of this code.
When approved by the fire code official, attic fire sprinkler protection is not
required in town homes where the units are separated by 2 hour walls, do
not exceed thirty (30) feet to the top of the roof ridge and the total square
footage footprint of the building does not exceed ten thousand (10,000)
square feet.
Section 903.1.4 is added to read as follows:
903.1.4 Existing structures. Existing buildings are required to install an
automatic sprinkler system under the following circumstances:
When a building that exceeds the limits established in Section
903.2.11.3 or Section 903.2.11.9 experiences a change in
occupancy classification use that results in a more hazardous
use or a use that would require a sprinkler system under
another provision of this code; or
2. When the square footage or height of an existing building is
increased to exceed the limits established in Section
903.2,11.3 or Section 903.2.11.9, the entire building must be
sprinkled; or
Exceptions:
The fire code official is authorized to provide a reasonable
time following occupancy to permit the installation of the
sprinkler system in existing occupancies.
"Section 903.2; add paragraph to read as follows and delete the exception for
telecommunications buildings:
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Automatic Sprinklers shall not be installed in elevator machine rooms, elevator machine
spaces, and elevator hoistways, other than pits where such sprinklers would not
necessitate shunt trip requirements under any circumstances. Storage shall not be
allowed within the elevator machine room. Signage shall be provided at the entry doors
to the elevator machine room indicating "ELEVATOR MACHINERY— NO STORAGE
ALLOWED."
Section 903.2.8 Group R is amended to read as follows:
903.2.8 Group R. An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with
Section 903.1.2 and 903.3 shall be provided throughout all buildings with a Group
R fire area, including multi -family structures, hotels, motels, triplexes, apartments,
condominiums or townhouses containing three (3) or more dwelling units,
regardless of square footage and regardless of any fire rated walls.
Section 903.2.9.3, Self-service storage facility: add Section 2.9.3 to read as follows:
[F] 903.2.9.3 Self-service storage facility. An automatic sprinkler system
shall be installed throughout all self-service storage facilities.
Section 903.2.11.3 is amended to read as follows:
903.2.11.3 Buildings 35 feet or more in height. An automatic sprinkler
system shall be installed throughout buildings that have one or more stories
(other than a penthouse in compliance with Section 1510 of the International
Building Code) that is located thirty-five (35) feet or more above the lowest
level of fire department vehicle access, measured to the finished floor.
Exception: Open parking structures in compliance with Section 406.5 of
the International Building Code having no other occupancies above the
subject garage and when approved by the fire code official
Section 903.2,11.7 is added to read as follows:
903.2.11.7 High -piled combustible storage. For any building with a clear
height exceeding twelve (12) feet see Chapter 32 to determine if those
provisions apply
Section 903.2.11.8 is 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 fire -
extinguishing system.
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Section 903.2.11.9 is added to read as follows:
903.2.11.9 Buildings 6,000 square feet or over: An automatic sprinkler
system shall be installed throughout all buildings with a building area of six
thousand (6,000) square feet or greater and in all buildings that are enlarged
to be six thousand (6,000) square feet or greater. For the purposes of this
provision, fire walls shall not define separate buildings. If a conflict exists
among the sprinkler requirements of this code, the more restrictive provision
shall apply.
Exception:
Open parking structures in compliance with Section 406.5 of the
International Building Code having no other occupancies above the
subject garage and when approved by the fire code official.
Section 903.3.1.1.1, Exempt locations: change to read as follows:
903.3.1.1.1 Exempt locations. When approved by the fire code official,
sprinklers shall not be required in the following rooms or areas where such
rooms or areas are protected with an approved alternative fire suppression
system or alternative fire protection methods, and an automatic fire
detection system in ... fbulk of section unchanged)... because it is damp,
of fire -resistance -rated construction or contains electrical equipment.
Any room where the application of water, or flame and water,
constitutes a serious life or fire hazard.
2. Any room or space where sprinklers are considered
undesirable because of the nature of the contents, when
approved by the fire code official.
3. Generator and transformer rooms, under the direct control of
a public utility, separated from the remainder of the building
by walls and floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling assemblies having a
fire -resistance rating of not less than two (2) hours.
4. Elevator machine room, machinery spaces, and hoist ways
other than pits where such sprinklers would not necessitate
shunt trip requirements under any circumstances.
Section 903.3.1.1.2 is deleted in its entirety
Section 903.3.1.2, NFPA 13R sprinkler systems: change to read as follows:
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903.3.1.2 NFPA 13R sprinkler systems: Sprinklers installed under this
provision must provide full coverage of the attic, all enclosures, and protect the
structure to the same extent of coverage as would be required utilizing a NFPA
13 system design unless specifically excluded under 903.1.2. However, for the
purposes of exceptions or reductions permitted by other requirements of this
code, an NFPA 13-R system may not be used for any trade off.
Section 903.3.1.2.1 is amended to add the following exception:
Exception- This section shall not apply to townhomes when the balconies,
decks or other exterior areas are isolated and protected utilizing a
construction method approved by the fire code official designed to reasonably
eliminate the risk of an exterior fire extending into any void spaces
Section 903.3.1.3, NFPA 13D sprinkler systems: change to read as follows:
903.3.1.3 NFPA 13D sprinkler systems. Automatic sprinkler systems installed
in one- and two-family dwellings; Group R-3; and Group R-4 Condition 1 shall
be permitted to be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13D or in
accordance with state law.
"Section 903.3.1.4; add to read as follows:
[F] 903.3.1.4 Freeze protection. Freeze protection systems for automatic fire sprinkler
systems shall be in accordance with the requirements of the applicable referenced NFPA
standard and this section.
903.3.1.4.1 Attics. Only dry pipe, preaction, or listed antifreeze automatic fire sprinkler
systems shall be allowed to protect attic spaces.
Exception: Wet -pipe fire sprinkler systems shall be allowed to protect non -ventilated attic
spaces where:
1. The attic sprinklers are supplied by a separate floor control valve assembly to
allow ease of draining the attic system without impairing sprinklers throughout
the rest of the building, and
2. Adequate heat shall be provided for freeze protection as per the applicable
referenced NFPA standard, and
3. The attic space is a part of the building's thermal, or heat, envelope, such that
insulation is provided at the roof deck, rather than at the ceiling level.
903.3.1.4.2 Heat trace/insulation. Heat trace/insulation shall only be allowed where
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approved by the fire code official for small sections of large diameter water -filled
pipe.
Section 903.3.5, Water supplies: change to read as follows:
903.3.5 Water supplies. Water supplies for automatic sprinkler systems shall
comply with this section and the standards referenced in Section 903.3.1. The
potable water supply shall be protected against backflow in accordance with
the requirements of this section and the International Plumbing Code.
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, Sprinkler system supervision and alarms. add a second paragraph 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, Alarms: add a second paragraph to read as follows:
The alarm device required on the exterior of the building shall be weatherproof
horn/strobe notification appliance with a minimum 75 candela strobe rating,
installed at an approved location.
Section 903.6, Spray booths and rooms: add to read as follows:
903.6.3 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 Section 1504.
Section 905.2, Installation standard. change 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
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with a high/low alarm.
Section 905.3.9, Building area: add to read as follows:
905.3.9 Large multi -story buildings. When required by the firecode official,
Class I automatic wet standpipes or manual wet standpipes shall be
provided in multi -story buildings exceeding ten thousand (10,000) square
feet in area per story, and where any portion of the building's interior area
is more than two hundred (200) feet of travel, vertically and horizontally,
from the nearest point of fire department vehicle access.
Exceptions:
1. Automatic dry and semi -automatic dry standpipes are allowed as
provided for in NFPA 14."
2. R-2 occupancies of four stories or less in height having no interior
corridors when approved by the fire code official.
Section 905.4, Location of Class I standpipe hose connections: Section 905.4 is
amended by changing items 1, 3 and 5 and by adding the following item #7:
1) In every required exit stairway, a hose connection shall be
provided for each story above and below grade plane. Hose
connections shall be located at an intermediate landing between
stories, unless otherwise approved by the fire code official.
2) {No change}
3) In every exit passageway, at the entrance from the exit
passageway to other areas of a building.
Exception: Where floor areas adjacent to an exit
passageway are reachable from an exit stairway hose
connection by a {remainder unchanged}
4) {No change}
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 an exit stairway with stair access to the roof
provided in accordance with Section 1011.12.
6) {No change}
7) When required by this Chapter, standpipe connections shall be
placed adjacent to all required exits to the structure and at two
hundred feet along major corridors thereafter, or as otherwise
approved by the fire code official."
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Section 905.9, Valve supervision: 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 906.1 is amended to read as follows:
906.1 Where required. Portable fire extinguishers shall be required in the following
areas. The minimum acceptable fire extinguisher size shall be a 2A:10B:C five pound
fire extinguisher.
1. In all new and existing occupancies.
3. (Exception #3 deleted)
7. Buildings under construction as required by the fire code official
Section 907.1.4, Design standards: add to read as follows:
907.1.4 Design Standards. All fire alarm systems shall be designed in
accordance with the provisions of this code and NFPA 72 (National Fire
Alarm Code).
A zone map or other approved method of identifying clearly
the device in alarm and the zone or address must be posted
at the control panel or be an integral part of the alarm panel,
and must be submitted with the fire alarm plan submittal. The
minimum size of the zone map is ten inches by fourteen
inches (10" x 14").
2. All alarm systems new or replacement shall be addressable.
Alarm systems serving more than twenty (20) smoke
detectors shall have analog initiating devices
Exception:
1. Existing systems need not comply unless any single
building remodel or expansion initiated after the
effective date of this code, as adopted, exceeds thirty
percent (30%) of the building. If cumulative building
remodels or expansions exceed fifty percent (50%) of
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the total building area within any two (2) year period,
the entire buildings fire alarm system must comply with
this section within eighteen (18) months of permit
application.
2. When approved by the fire code official, small systems
designed to monitor fire sprinklers for flow and tamper
may be non -addressable.
Section 907.2.1 is amended to add the following after the first paragraph and to
change the exception under 907.2.1 to read as follows:
Activation of fire alarm notification appliances shall:
Cause illumination of the means of egress with light of not less
than one (1) foot-candle (11 lux) at the walking surface level,
and
2. Stop any conflicting or confusing sounds and visual
distractions.
Exception: When approved by the fire code official, ...{remainder
unchanged}...
Section 907.2.3 is amended to read as follows and to add the following paragraph:
907.2.3 Group E. A manual fire alarm system that activates the occupant
notification system utilizing an emergency voice/alarm communication
system meeting the requirements of Section 907.5.2.2 and installed in
accordance with Section 907.6 shall be installed in Group E educational
occupancies. When automatic sprinkler systems or smoke detectors are
installed, such systems or detectors shall be connected to the building fire
alarm system. An approved smoke detection system shall be installed in
Group E day care occupancies. Unless separated by a minimum of 100 feet
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.
The provisions of Group E occupancies shall extend to Group E — Day Care
facilities and Group 1-4 day care with the following modifications:
Smoke detection is required in each room that is or may be
used for child or adult care purposes.
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2. A manual pull station is required at a location where it is
readily available to the staff.
3. Kitchen fire suppression systems shall be interconnected to
and activate the fire alarm system.
4. An emergency voice evacuation component is not required as
part of the fire alarm system in Group E Day Care or Group I-
4 occupancies.
Exceptions:
1. {No change}
1.1 Residential In -Home day care with not more than twelve (12)
children may use single station smoke alarms in all habitable rooms.
(For child care of more than five (5) children two and one-half (2 '/2) or
less years of age, see Section 907.2.6) {No change to remainder of
exceptions}
Section 907.2.11.2 Groups R-2, R-3, R-4, and 1-1 is amended to add the following
paragraph:
Any tenant or occupant that removes or renders a smoke alarm inoperable by any means
shall be in violation of this section.
Section 907.2.11.2 Groups R-2, R-3, R-4, and 1-1 is amended to add the following
paragraph:
Any tenant or occupant that removes or renders a smoke alarm inoperable by any
means shall be in violation of this section.
Section 907.2.24 is added to read:
907.2.24 Minimum monitoring requirements for fire sprinkler systems. Regardless of other
provisions of this code, all fire sprinkler systems shall be monitored. Alarm systems must
consist of a minimum of a water flow device, tamper switches on each water control valve,
a pull station, a smoke or heat detector positioned near the panel, and an exterior AN
device. Additionally, an approved interior notification device shall be installed to notify
occupants of an alarm condition. In multi -tenant occupancies, this provision requires a
notification device in each separate lease space.
Section 907.4.2, Type: add to add the following:
1. Manual alarm initiating devices shall be an approved double action type.
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Section 907.6.3 Initiating Device Identification is amended to delete Exceptions 1 and 2
Section 907.6.1.1 is added to read as follows:
907.6.1.1 Wiring Installation. All fire alarm systems shall be installed in such a
manner that the failure of any single alarm initiating or alarm indicating
(notification) device or single open in any circuit conductor will not interfere with
the normal operation of any other such devices. All systems shall be installed in
accordance with NFPA 72 requirements for Class "A" circuits and shall have a
minimum of six (6) feet of separation horizontal and one foot vertical between
supply and return circuit conductors. All underground wiring shall use listed
waterproof fire alarm wire and be installed in conduit. All systems and components
shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 72
Section 907.6.3 is amended to delete Exceptions 1, and 2
Section 907.6.6.4 added to read as follows:
907.6.6.4 Communication Requirements. All alarm systems, new or
replacement, shall transmit general alarm, water flow, supervisory and
trouble signals, as well as any specialty signals required by the fire code
official..
Section 910.2; change exception 2 and 3 to read as follows:
2. Only manual smoke and heat removal shall be required in areas of
buildings equipped with early suppression fast -response (ESFR) sprinklers.
Automatic smoke and heat removal is prohibited.
3. Only manual smoke and heat removal shall be required in areas of
buildings equipped with control mode special application sprinklers with a
response time index of 50(m*S)12 or less that are listed to control a fire in
stored commodities with 12 or fewer sprinklers. Automatic smoke and heat
removal is prohibited.
Section 910.2.3 add to read as follows:
910.2.3 Group H. Buildings and portions thereof used as a Group H
occupancy as follows:
In occupancies classified as Group H-2 or H-3, any of which are more
than 15,000 square feet in single floor area.
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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 910.3.4 is added to read as follows:
910.3.4 Vent Operation. Smoke and
operated by approved automatic and
of smoke and heat vents shall coi
910.3.2.1 through 910.3.2.3.
heat vents shall be capable of being
manual means. Automatic operation
form to the provisions of Sections
910.3.4.1 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.
Exception: Manual only systems per Section 910.2
910.3.4.2 Non-sprinklered 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 degrees F (56 degrees C) and 220 degrees F (122
degrees C) above ambient.
Exception: Listed gravity operated drop out vents.
Section 910.4.3.1 is changed to read as follows:
910.4.3.1 Makeup Air. Makeup air openings shall be provided within 6 feet
(1829 mm) of the floor level. Operation of makeup air openings shall be
automatic. The minimum gross area of makeup air inlets shall be 8 square
feet per 1,000 cubic feet per minute (0.74 m2 per 0.4719 m3/s) of smoke
exhaust.
Section 910.4.4 is amended to read as follows:
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910.4.4 Activation. The mechanical smoke removal system shall be
activated automatically by the automatic sprinkler system or by an approved
fire detection system. Individual manual controls shall also be provided.
Exception: Manual only systems per Section 910.2
Section 912.1.2 is added to read as follows:
912.1.2 Fire Department Connection (FDC) Specifications. Fire department connections
shall meet the following specifications:
A four -inch (4") Storz connection shall be installed with an
approximate forty-five (45) degree down angle. The
connection shall be located between 36 and 48 inches above
grade. Piping for the FDC shall be painted red. A locking
Knox cap shall be required on all new or existing FDCs.
2.
3. Vehicle impact protection consisting of four (4) inch iron,
concrete filled bollards must be installed when and where
deemed necessary by the fire code official to protect the FDC,
and the bollards must be painted yellow.
Cl
3. The FDC in a townhome or similar connected single family
residential housing unit may utilize an approved two and one
half (2-1/2) inch NST connection when the flow rate for the
system is shown to be supported by a two and one half (2-1/2)
inch inlet and when approved by the fire code official.
Section 912.5 Signs is amended to add the following paragraphs:
The fire code official may require an additional sign on any structure, new or
existing, to identify the location of a wall mounted FDC. The sign shall be red and
have the letters "FDC" painted or stenciled in a minimum of four (4) inch white
lettering.
If a remote FDC serves more than one building, a metal sign shall be attached to
the FDC of sufficient size to allow for "BLDG" to be stenciled or painted in two (2)
inch stroke letters, and the building numbers to follow horizontally in three (3) inch
numbers. The lettering shall be white and the background red. The sign shall be
attached to the FDC pipe and face the road or fire lane. This sign shall be
maintained legible and visible at all times.
Section 912.6 is amended to add the following:
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Approved back flow devices shall be installed on all new sprinkler systems.
All back flow devices shall be an Ames 3000 or equivalent approved by the
fire code official and shall be tested annually, with a report submitted to the
fire code official or his designee. If the fire sprinkler main serves a fire
sprinkler system with chemical additives a reduced pressure detector
assembly is required. If the device is located outside of the building it shall
be in a vault approved by the fire code official and shall comply with
published standards provided by the City Engineer or Fire Code Official.
When approved by the fire code official, the requirement for a vault may be
waived provided:
The fire line is not more than two hundred (200) feet in length
as measured from the point of connection to the city main to
the sprinkler riser;
2. An approved blow off valve is installed when required by the
city near the end of the line at an approved location.
3. The riser room is large enough to accommodate the riser and
the back flow device, and still allow room to test and remove
these items.
4. The required transmitter device is mounted at a location and
manner approved by the city.
Section 912.8 is added to read as follows:
912.8 Hydrant distance. An approved fire hydrant shall be located within
100 feet of the fire department connection as the fire hose lays.
Exception: The distance described herein may be increased by the fire
code official for cause.
Section 913.2.1 is amended by adding a second paragraph and exception 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 ft. in width and 6 ft. — 8 in. in height, regardless of any interior
doors that are provided. A key box shall be provided at this door as required
by the fire code official
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
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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
the fire code official.
Section 913.4 is amended by adding a second paragraph to read as follows:
The fire -pump system shall also be supervised for "loss of power", "phase
reversal' and "pump running" conditions by supervisory signal on distinct
circuits.
Section 914.3.1.2 is changed to read as follows:
914.3.1.2 Water Supply to required Fire Pumps. In buildings that are more
than 120 feet in building height, required fire pumps shall be supplied by
connections to no fewer than two water mains located in different streets.
{Remainder unchanged}
Section 1004.2 is amended to read as follows:
1004.2 Increased occupant load - When approved by the code official, the
occupant load permitted in any building.... {Remainder of section is
unchanged}.
Section 1006.2.2.6 is amended to add a new Section 1006.2.2.6 as follows:
1006.2.2.6 Electrical Rooms. For electrical rooms, special exiting
requirements may apply. Reference the electrical code as adopted.
Section 1008.3 is amended to add the following after the first paragraph.
Lighting may be required in areas or rooms when, in the opinion of the fire
code official the additional lighting is necessary to enable occupants to
safely exit the area in the event of a power failure.
Section 1009.1 is amended to add Exception 3.
Exceptions: {Previous exceptions unchanged}
3. 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
1009."
Section 1010.1 is amended to add the following to the end of the first paragraph.
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Where additional doors are provided in a structure or room that could be
mistaken for exit doors, the fire code official may require the doors to be
marked "NOT AN EXIT" by an approved sign or stenciling.
Section 1010.1.9.4 Bolt Locks. Exceptions 3 and 4 changed to read as follows:
Exceptions:
3. Where a pair of doors serve an occupant load of less than 50 persons
in a Group B, F, M, or S occupancy. {Remainder unchanged}
4. Where a pair of doors serves a Group B, F, M or S occupancy.
Section 1010..2.9 is amended to read as follows:
1010-2.9 Panic and fire exit hardware. Doors serving a Group H occupancy
and doors serving rooms or spaces with an occupant load of 50 or more
shall not be provided with a latch or lock other than panic hardware or fire
exit hardware {remainder unchanged}
Section 1010.2.11 Door Hardware Release of Electrically Locked Egress Doors is
amended by adding items 7 and 8 to read as follows:
7. If a full building smoke detection system is not provided, approved smoke
detectors shall be provided, when required by the fire code official, on both the
access and egress sides of doors and at a location approved by the fire code
official in accordance with NFPA 72. Actuation of a smoke detector shall
automatically unlock the door.
8. When required by the fire code official, a Knox key switch or an approved toggle
switch located inside a Knox key box shall be installed at an approved location
to act as an emergency override of any magnetic locking device system.
(137) Section 1010.2.12 Sensor Release of Electrically Locked Egress Doors is
amended to revise item # 3 and to add items #7 and #8 to read as follows:
3 The doors shall be arranged to unlock from an approved unlocking device.
When activated, the unlocking device shall interrupt the power to the lock and
the doors shall remain unlocked for not less than 30 seconds. A push to exit
button is not permitted on new installations. A touch bar on the exit door, or
other approved method to provide a direct interruption of power to the lock is
required. Push to exit button configurations that were installed prior to January
2012 are permitted to remain when maintained in compliance with the codes in
effect at the time they were installed.
7. If a full building smoke detection system is not provided, approved smoke
detectors shall be provided, when required by the fire code official, on both the
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access and egress sides of doors and at a location approved by the fire code
official in accordance with NFPA 72. Actuation of a smoke detector shall
automatically unlock the door.
8. When required by the fire code official, a Knox key switch or an approved toggle
switch located inside a Knox key box must be installed at an approved location
to permit an emergency override of any magnetic locking device system.
Section 1010.2.14 Delayed Egress Locking System is amended to add item # 9 to read
as follows:
9. When required by the fire code official, a Knox key switch or an approved toggle
switch located inside a Knox key box shall be installed at an approved location
to act as an emergency override of any magnetic locking device system.
Section 1030.1.1.1 Spaces under Grandstands and Bleachers is amended to add
exception 4:
4. Where alternative means or methods are submitted and approved by the
building and fire code officials.
Section 1031.2 is amended to read as follows:
1031.2 Reliability. Required exit accesses, exits or exit discharges shall be
continuously maintained free from obstructions or impediments to full
instant use in the event of fire or other emergency. An exit or exit
passageway shall not be used for any purpose that interferes with a means
of egress.
Section 1103.3 is amended to add a sentence to the end of the paragraph as follows:
Emergency signage as required by the fire code official shall be posted on all
existing elevators.
Section 1103.5.6 is added to read as follows:
1103.5.6 Spray Booths and Rooms. Existing spray booths and spray rooms
shall be protected by an approved automatic fire -extinguishing system in
accordance with Section 2404.
Section 1103.7 is added to read as follows:
1103.7.8 Fire Alarm System Design Standards. Where an existing fire alarm
system is upgraded or replaced, the devices shall be addressable. Fire
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alarm systems utilizing more than 20 smoke and/or heat detectors shall
have analog initiating devices.
Section 1101.1, Scope: add an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Buildings regulated under State Law and built in accordance with
State registered plans, including and variances or waivers granted by the State,
shall be deemed to be in compliance with the requirements of the Chapter.
Section 1101.2, Design: add an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Buildings regulated under State Law and built in accordance with
State certified plans, including any variances or waivers granted by the State,
shall be deemed to be in compliance with the requirements of this Chapter.
Table 1505.1, Minimum Roof Covering Classification for Types of Construction: add
footnote d:
d. All individual replacement shingles shall be in compliance with the rating
required by this table.
Section 1505.6, Fire -retardant -treated wood shingles and shakes: is deleted
Section 1505.7, Special purpose roofs: is deleted.
Sections 1507.8, Roof Insulation: is deleted
Section 1507.9, Rooftop Structures; is deleted
Section 1507.10, Refoofing: is deleted.
Section 2901.1, Scope: add a sentence to read as follows:
The provisions of this Chapter are meant to work in coordination with the
provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Plumbing Code. Should any
conflicts arise between the two chapters, the Building Official shall determine
which provision applies.
Sec. 14-44 through 14-60 Reserved.
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ARTICLE IV. INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE
ADMENDMENTS/ADMINISTRATION
Sec. 14.61. Adoption. International Plumbing Code:
The International Plumbing Code, 2021 Edition, as published by the International Code
Council is hereby adopted by reference. Unless deleted, amended, expanded or
otherwise changed herein, all provisions of such Code shall be fully applicable and
binding.
Sec. 14-62. Administration of plumbing code.
The plumbing code of the city shall be administered and enforced by the office of the
building official. All references to the Code Official shall mean the Building Official.
Sec. 14-63. Amendments.
The International Plumbing Code, 2021 Edition, adopted in Sec. 14-61, shall be amended
as follows:
Table of Contents, Chapter 7, Section 713; change to read as follows:
Section 713 Engineered Drainage Design .................. 7-12
Section 102.8, Referenced codes and standards: change to read as follows:
102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced
in this code shall be those that are listed in Chapter 15 and such codes, when
specifically adopted, and standards shall be considered part of the
requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference.
Where the requirements of reference standards or manufacturer's installation
instructions do not conform to minimum provisions of this code, the provisions
of this code shall apply. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the
referenced codes and standards, each reference to said code and standard
shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Any reference to
NFPA 70 shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
Sections 106.6.2, Fee schedule and 106.6.3, Fee refunds. change to read as follows:
106.6.2 Fee schedule. See approved fees schedule (Euless Code of
Ordinances Chapter 30).
106.6.3 Fee Refunds. The building official shall establish a policy for authorizing
the refunding of fees. (Delete balance of section)
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Section 109, Means of Appeal: change to read as follows:
SECTION 109
MEANS OF APPEAL
109.1 Application for appeal. Any person shall have the right to appeal a
decision of the building official to the board of appeals established by
ordinance. See Euless Code Sec. 84-27 (ZBA Board).
Section 305.4.1, Sewer depth: change to read as follows:
305.4.1 Sewer depth. Building sewers shall be a minimum of 12 inches (304
mm) below grade.
'Section 306.2.4; added to read as follows:
***306.2.4 Plastic sewer and DWV piping installation. Plastic sewer and DWV piping
installed underground shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation
instructions. Trench width shall be controlled to not exceed the outside the pipe diameter
plus 16 inches or in a trench which has a controlled width equal to the nominal diameter
of the diameter of the piping multiplied by 1.25 plus 12 inches. The piping shall be bedded
in 4 inches of granular fill and then backfilled compacting the side fill in 6-inch layers on
each side of the piping. The compaction shall be to minimum of 85 percent standard
proctor density and extend to a minimum of 6 inches above the top of the pipe.
Sections 312.10.1, Inspections and 312.10.2, Testing: change to read as follows:
312.10.1 Inspections. Annual inspections shall be made of all backflow
prevention assemblies and air gaps to determine whether they are operable. In
the absence of local provisions, the owner is responsible to ensure that testing
is performed.
312.10.2 Testing. Reduced pressure principle backflow preventer assemblies,
double check -valve assemblies, pressure vacuum breaker assemblies,
reduced pressure detector fire protection backflow prevention assemblies,
hose connection backflow preventers, and spill -proof vacuum breakers shall be
tested at the time of installation, immediately after repairs or relocation and at
least annually. The testing procedure shall be performed in accordance with
applicable local provisions. In the absence of local provisions, the owner is
responsible to ensure that testing is performed in accordance with one of the
following standards:
Ordinance No. 2323, Page 48 of 74
(list of standards unchanged)
Section 314.2.1, Condensate disposal: change third sentence to read as follows:
314.2.1 Condensate disposal. Condensate from all cooling coils and
evaporators shall be conveyed from the drain pan outlet to an approved place
of disposal ...{text unchanged} Condensate shall not discharge into a street,
alley, sidewalk, rooftop, or other areas so as to cause a nuisance.
Section 401.1; add a sentence to read as follows:
401.1 Scope. The Chapter shall govern the materials, design and installation
of plumbing fixtures, faucets and fixture fittings in accordance with the type of
occupancy, and shall provide for the minimum number of fixtures for various
types of occupancies. The provisions of this Chapter are meant to work in
coordination with the provisions of the Building Code. Should any conflicts
arise between the two chapters, the Building Official shall determine which
provision applies.
Section 713.4, Required location for floor drains: change to read as follows:
412.4 Required location. Floor drains shall be installed in the following areas
with trap primers as required:
1. In public laundries and in the central washing facilities of multiple family
dwellings, the rooms containing automatic clothes washers shall be
provided with floor drains located to readily drain the entire floor area. Such
drains shall have a minimum outlet of not less than 3 inches (76 mm) in
diameter.
2. Commercial kitchens. In lieu of floor drains in commercial kitchens, the
building official may accept floor sinks.
3. Public Restrooms intended for use by more than one occupant
simultaneously.
Section 502.3, Water heaters installed in attics: change to read as follows:
502.3 Water heaters installed in attics. Attics containing a water heater shall
be provided {bulk of paragraph unchanged} ...side of the water heater. The
clear access opening dimensions shall be a minimum of 20 inches by 30
inches (508 mm by 762 mm), or larger where such dimensions are large
enough to allow for removal of the water heater. A walkway to an appliance
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shall be rated as a floor as approved by the building official. As a minimum
for access to the attic space, provide one of the following: As a minimum, for
access to the attic space, provide one of the following:
1. A permanent stair.
2. A pull down stair with a maximum 300 lb. (136kg) capacity.
3. An access door from an upper floor level.
4. Access Panel may be used in lieu of items 1, 2, and 3 with prior approval
of the code official due to building conditions.
Exceptions:
1. The passageway and level service space are not required where the
appliance is capable of being serviced and removed through the required
opening.
2. Where the passageway is not less than 6 feet (1829 mm) high for its entire
length, the passageway shall be not greater than 50 feet (15250 mm) in
length.
Section 608.17.5, Connections to lawn irrigation systems: change to read as follows: :
608.16.5 Connections to Lawn Irrigation Systems. The potable water supply
system to lawn irrigation systems shall be protected against backflow by an
atmospheric -type vacuum breaker, a pressure -type vacuum breaker, a double-
check assembly or a reduced pressure principle backflow preventer . . .
{remainder of section unchanged). All irrigation systems shall have rain and
freeze protection installed.
Section 703.6; Delete
'Section 704.5; added to read as follows:
704.5 Single stack fittings. Single stack fittings with internal baffle, PVC schedule
40 or cast-iron single stack shall be designed by a registered engineer and comply
to a national recognized standard.
Section 712.4.3, Dual Pump System: add to read as follows:
712.4.3 Dual Pump System. All sumps shall be automatically discharged and,
when in any "public use" occupancy where the sump serves more than 10
fixture units, shall be provided with dual pumps or ejectors arranged to function
independently in case of overload or mechanical failure. For storm drainage
sumps and pumping systems, see Section 1113.
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'Section 713, 713.1; change to read as follows:
SECTION 713
ENGINEERED COMPUTERIZED DRAINAGE DESIGN
713.1 Design of drainage system. The sizing, design and layout of the drainage
system shall be permitted to be designed by a registered engineer using approved
computer design methods.
Section 903.1.1, Roof extension. change to read as follows:
903.1.1 Roof extension unprotected. All open vent pipes that extend through
a roof shall be terminated at least six (6) inches (152 mm) above the roof..
Table 1003.3.4.1, Capacity of Grease Interceptors: replace table to read as follows:
All food establishments having a food disposal or discharge of more than 50
gallons per minute shall discharge into an oil & grease interceptor. Each
establishment must have its own grease interceptor. Sharing of grease
interceptors is prohibited.
Establishments with a discharge of 50 gallons per minute or less shall
discharge into at least a 100-pound size grease trap. An approved -type grease
interceptor or grease trap complying with the provisions of this subsection shall
be installed in the waste line leading from sinks, drains, and other fixtures or
equipment in establishments such as restaurants, cafes, lunch counters,
cafeterias, bars and clubs, hotels, hospitals, sanitarium, factory or school
kitchens, or other establishments where grease may be introduced into the
drainage or sewage system in quantities that can affect line stoppage or hinder
sewage treatment or private sewage disposal when grease interceptors are
required. A grease trap is not required for individual dwelling units or for any
private living quarters.
Grease Interceptors
Concrete Shall be composed of one -part Portland cement and five parts
aggregate OR other material as approved by the Building Official.
Reinforcement bars deformed number four bars on 18-inch
centers
Manholes Cast iron frame with 20-inch cover.
Vents Four -inch sanitary vent may be reduced to two inches if interceptor
is connected to a properly vented sewer or waste line within 25
feet.
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Relief vents shall be two inches between compartments and to
atmosphere above roof, and inside building.
Capacity The figures below are approximates:
100 cubic feet holding 750 gallons retention capacity.
Clean out Should be two-way located as near as possible to the interceptor
on outflow line above seal.
**Section 1109; delete this section. * * * Section 1202.1; delete Exceptions 1 and 2.
Sec. 14-64-14-80. Reserved
ARTICLE V. INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE
ADMENDMENTS/ADMINISTRATION
Sec. 14-81. Adoption. International Fuel Gas Code:
The International Fuel Gas Code, 2021 Edition, as published by the International Code
Council is hereby adopted by reference. Unless deleted, amended, expanded or
otherwise changed herein, all provisions of such Code shall be fully applicable and
binding.
Sec. 14-82. Administration of fuel gas code.
The fuel gas code of the city shall be administered and enforced by the office of the
Building Official. All references to Code Official shall mean the Building Official.
Sec. 14-83. Amendments.
The International Fuel Gas Code, 2021 Edition, adopted in Sec. 14-81, shall be amended
as follows:
Section 102.2, Existing installations: add an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Existing dwelling units shall comply with Section 621.2,
Section 102.8, Referenced codes and standards: change to read as follows:
102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced
herein shall be those that are listed in Chapter 8 and such codes, when
specifically adopted, and standards shall be considered part of the
requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference.
Ordinance No. 2323, Page 52 of 74
Where differences occur between provisions of this code and the referenced
standards, the provisions of this code shall apply. Whenever amendments
have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards, each reference to
said code and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as
well. Any reference to NFPA 70 shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
Sections 106.6.2, Fee schedule and 106.6.3, Fee refunds. change to read as follows:
106.6.2 Fees, See approved fees schedule (Euless Code of Ordinances
Chapter 30)
106.6.3 Fee refunds. The building official shall establish a policy for authorizing
the refunding of fees. (Delete balance of section)
Section 109 (IFGC) Means of Appeal: change to read as follows:
Section 109
MEANS OF APPEAL
109.1 Application for appeal. Any person shall have the right to appeal a
decision of the building official to the board of appeals established by
ordinance. See Euless Code Sec. 84-27(ZBA Board).
Section 306.3, Appliances in attics: change to read as follows:
M).306.3 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access
shall be provided ... (bulk of paragraph unchanged} ... side of the
appliance. The clear access opening shall be a minimum of 20 inches by 30
inches (508 mm by 762 mm), or larger where such dimensions are not large
enough to allow removal of the largest appliance. A walkway to an appliance
shall be rated as a floor as approved by the Building Official. As a minimum,
for access to the attic space, provide one of the following:
1. A permanent stair.
2. A pull down stair with a maximum 300 lb (136kg) capacity.
3. An access door from an upper floor level.
4. Access Panel may be used in lieu of items 1, 2, and 3 with prior approval of
the code official due to building conditions.
Exceptions:
1. The passageway and level service space are not required where the
appliance is capable of being serviced and removed through the required
opening.
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2. Where the passageway is not less than ... (bulk of section to read the
same).
A receptacle outlet shall be provided at or near the equipment and appliance
location within 25 feet and in accordance with the Electrical Code.
Section 306.5, Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures. change to read
as follows:
306.5 Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures. Where
equipment requiring access, or appliances, are located on an elevated
structure or the roof of a building, such that personnel will have to climb higher
than 16 feet (4877 mm) above grade to access, a permanent interior or exterior
means of access shall be provided. Permanent exterior ladders providing roof
access need not extend closer than 12 feet (2438 mm) to the finish grade or
floor level below and shall extend to the equipment and appliances' level
service space. Such access shall ... (bulk of section unchanged)... on roofs
having a slope greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33-percent
slope) ... (bulk of section to read the same).
Section 306.5,1, Sloped roofs: change to read as follows:
[M]. 306.5.1 Sloped roofs. Where appliances, equipment, fans or other
components that require service are installed on a roof having slopes greater
than 3 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (25-percent slope) and having an
edge more than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade at such edge, a catwalk at
least 16 inches in width with substantial cleats spaced not more than 16 inches
apart shall be provided from the roof access to a level platform at the appliance.
The level platform shall be provided on each side of the appliance to which
access is required for service, repair or maintenance. The platform shall be not
less than 30 inches (762 mm) in any dimension and shall be provided with
guards. The guards shall extend not less than 42 inches (1067 mm) above the
platform, shall be constructed so as to prevent the passage of a 21 inch -
diameter (533 mm) sphere and shall comply with the loading requirements for
guards specified in the International Building Code.
Section 401.5, Identification. add a second paragraph to read as follows:
Both ends of each section of medium pressure corrugated stainless steel tubing
(CSST) shall identify its operating gas pressure with an approved tag. The tags
are to be composed of aluminum or stainless steel and the following wording
shall be stamped into the tag:
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"WARNING
1/2 to 5 psi gas pressure
Do Not Remove"
Section 404.12, Minimum burial depth: change to read as follows:
404.12 Minimum burial depth. Underground piping systems shall be installed
a minimum depth of 18 inches (458 mm) top of pipe below grade.
404.12.1 Delete in its entirety
Section 406.1, General: change to read as follows:
406.1 General. Prior to acceptance and initial operation, all piping installations
shall be inspected and pressure tested to determine that the materials, design,
fabrication, and installation practices comply with the requirements of this code.
The permit holder shall make the applicable tests prescribed in Sections
406.1.1 through 406.1.6 to determine compliance with the provisions of this
code. The permit holder shall give reasonable advance notice to the code
official when the piping system is ready for testing. The equipment, material,
power and labor necessary for the inspections and test shall be furnished by
the permit holder and the permit holder shall be responsible for determining
that the work will withstand the test pressure prescribed in the following tests.
Section 406.4, Test pressure measurement. change to read as follows:
406.4 Test pressure measurement. Test pressure shall be measured with a
manometer or with a pressure -measuring device designed and calibrated to
read, record, or indicate a pressure loss caused by leakage during the pressure
test period. The source of pressure shall be isolated before the pressure tests
are made. Mechanical gauges used to measure the test pressures shall have
a range such that the highest end of the scale is not greater than five times the
test pressure Spring type gauges do not meet the requirement of a calibrated
gauge.
Section 406.4.1, Test pressure: change to read as follows:
406.4.1 Test pressure. The test pressure to be used shall be not less than 3
psig (20 kPa gauge), or at the discretion of the Building Official, the piping and
valves may be tested at a pressure of at least six (6) inches (152 mm) of
mercury, measured with a manometer or slope gauge. For tests requiring a
pressure of 3 psig, diaphragm gauges shall utilize a dial with a minimum
diameter of three and one half inches (3 1/2"), a set hand, 1/10 pound
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incrementation and pressure range not to exceed 15 psi for tests requiring a
pressure of 3 psig. For tests requiring a pressure of 10 psig, diaphragm gauges
shall utilize a dial with a minimum diameter of three and one-half inches (31/2"),
a set hand, a minimum of 2/10 pound incrementation and a pressure range not
to exceed 50 psi. For welded piping, and for piping carrying gas at pressures
in excess of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure (3.48 kPa) (1/2 psi)
and less than 200 inches of water column pressure (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the
test pressure shall not be less than ten (10) pounds per square inch (69.6 kPa).
For piping carrying gas at a pressure that exceeds 200 inches of water column
(52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the test pressure shall be not less than one and one-half
times the proposed maximum working pressure.
Diaphragm gauges used for testing must display a current calibration and be
in good working condition. The appropriate test must be applied to the
diaphragm gauge used for testing.
Section 409.1.4, Valves in CSST installations: add to read as follows:
409.1.4 Valves in CSST installations. Shutoff valves installed with corrugated
stainless steel (CSST) piping systems shall be supported with an approved
termination fitting, or equivalent support, suitable for the size of the valves, of
adequate strength and quality, and located at intervals so as to prevent or damp
out excessive vibration but in no case greater than 12-inches from the center
of the valve. Supports shall be installed so as not to interfere with the free
expansion and contraction of the system's piping, fittings, and valves between
anchors. All valves and supports shall be designed and installed so they will
not be disengaged by movement of the supporting piping.
Section 410.1; Pressure regulators: add a second paragraph and exception to read as
follows:
Access to regulators shall comply with the requirements for access to
appliances as specified in Section 306.
Exception: A passageway or level service space is not required when the
regulator is capable of being serviced and removed through the required attic
opening.
Section 621.2, Prohibited use: change to read as follows:
621.2 Prohibited use. One or more unvented room heaters shall not be used
as the sole source of comfort heating in a dwelling unit.
Ordinance No. 2323, Page 56 of 74
Exception: Existing approved unvented heaters may continue to be used in
dwelling units, in accordance with the code provisions in effect when installed,
when approved by the Building Official unless an unsafe condition is
determined to exist as described in Section 108.7.
Sec. 14- 84 through 14-100. Reserved
ARTICLE VI. INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE
AMENDMENTS/ADMINISTRATION
Sec. 14-101. Adoption. International Mechanical Code:
The International Mechanical Code, 2021 Edition, as published by the International Code
Council is hereby adopted by reference. Unless deleted, amended, expanded or
otherwise changed herein, all provisions of such Code shall be fully applicable and
binding.
Sec. 14-102. Administration of mechanical code.
The mechanical code of the City shall be administered and enforced by the office of the
Building Official. All references to Code Official shall mean the Building Official.
Sec. 14-103. Amendments.
The International Mechanical Code, 2021 Edition, adopted in Sec. 14-101, shall be
amended as follows:
Section 102.8, Referenced codes and standards: change to read as follows:
102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced
herein shall be those that are listed in Chapter 15 and such codes, when
specifically adopted, and standards shall be considered part of the
requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference.
Where differences occur between provisions of this code and the referenced
standards, the provisions of this code shall apply. Whenever amendments
have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards, each reference to
said code and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as
well. Any reference to NFPA 70 shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
Sections 106.5.2, Fee schedule and 106.5.3, Fee refunds: change to read as follows:
106.5.2 Fee schedule. See approved fee schedule (Euless Code of Ordinances
Chapter 30).
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106.5.3 Fee refunds. The building official shall establish a policy for authorizing
the refunding of fees. (delete balance of section)
Section 306.3, Appliances in attics: change to read as follows:
306.3. Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access shall
be provided ... {bulk of paragraph unchanged) ... side of the appliance. The
clear access opening dimensions shall be a minimum of 20 inches by 30 inches
(508 mm by 762 mm), or larger where such dimensions are not large enough
to allow removal of the largest appliance. A walkway to an appliance shall be
rated as a floor as approved by the building official. As a minimum, for access
to the attic space shall be provided by one of the following:
1. A permanent stair.
2. A pull -down stair with a minimum 300 lb. (136) kg capacity.
3. An access door from an upper floor level.
4. Access Panel may be used in lieu of items 1, 2 and 3 with prior approval of
the code official due to building conditions.
Exception: The passageway and level service space are not required where
the appliance is capable of being serviced and removed ... (remainder of
section unchanged).
A receptacle outlet shall be provided at or near the equipment and appliance
location within 25 feet and in accordance with the Electrical Code.
Section 306.5, Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures: change to read
as follows:
306.5 Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures. Where
equipment requiring access, or appliances, are located on an elevated
structure or the roof of a building such that personnel will have to climb higher
than 16 feet (4877 mm) above grade to access, a permanent interior or exterior
means of access shall be provided. Permanent exterior ladders providing roof
access need not extend closer than 12 feet (2438 mm) to the finish grade or
floor level below and shall extend to the equipment and appliances' level
service space. Such access shall ... (bulk of section unchanged)... on roofs
having a slope greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33-percent
slope) ... (bulk of section to read the same).
Section 306.5.1, Sloped roofs. change to read as follows:
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306.5.1 Sloped roofs. Where appliances, equipment, fans or other components
that require service are installed on a roof having slopes greater than 3 units
vertical in 12 units horizontal (25-percent slope) and having an edge more than
30 inches (762 mm) above grade at such edge, a catwalk at least 16 inches in
width with substantial cleats spaced not more than 16 inches apart shall be
provided from the roof access to a level platform at the appliance. The level
platform shall be provided on each side of the appliance to which access is
required for service, repair or maintenance. The platform shall be not less than
30 inches (762 mm) in any dimension and shall be provided with guards. The
guards shall extend not less than 42 inches (1067 mm) above the platform,
shall be constructed so as to prevent the passage of a 21 inch -diameter (533
mm) sphere and shall comply with the loading requirements for guards
specified in the International Building Code. {Remainder of text unchanged}
Section 403.2.1, Recirculation of air: add item 5 to read as follows:
5. Toilet rooms within private dwellings that contain only a water closet,
lavatory or combination thereof may be ventilated with an approved
mechanical recirculating fan or similar device designed to remove odors
from the air.
Section 501.3, Exhaust discharge: change to read as follows:
501.3 Exhaust discharge. The air removed by every mechanical exhaust
system shall be discharged outdoors to a point where it will not cause a public
nuisance and not less than the distances specified in Section 501.3.1. The air
shall be discharged to a location from which it cannot be readily drawn in by a
ventilating system. Air shall not be exhausted into an attic or crawl space or
soffit.
Exceptions:
1. Whole house ventilation -type attic fans shall be permitted to discharge into
the attic space of dwelling units having private attics.
2. Commercial cooking recirculating systems.
3. Where installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and
where mechanical or natural ventilation is otherwise provided in
accordance with Chapter 4, listed and labeled domestic ductless range
hoods shall not be required to discharge to the outdoors.
4. Toilet room exhaust ducts may terminate in a warehouse or shop area when
infiltration of outside air is present.
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Sec. 14-104 through 14-120. Reserved
ARTICLE VII. INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE
AMENDMENTS/ADMINISTRATION
Sec. 14-121. Adoption. International Energy Conservation Code:
The International Energy Conservation Code, 2021 Edition, as published by the
International Code Council is hereby adopted by reference. Unless deleted, amended,
expanded or otherwise changed herein, all provisions of such code shall be fully
applicable and binding.
Sec. 14-122. Administration of Energy Conservation Code.
The energy conservation code of the City shall be administered and enforced by the office
of the Building Official.
Sec. 14-123. Amendments.
The International Energy Conservation Code, 2021 Edition, adopted in Sec. 14-121, shall
be amended as follows:
Section C102/13102; change to read as follows add to read as follows:
C102.1.2 Alternative compliance. A building certified by a national, state, or
local accredited energy efficiency program and determined by the Energy
Systems Laboratory to be in compliance with the energy efficiency
requirements of this section may, at the option of the Code Official, be
considered in compliance. The United States Environmental Protection
Agency's Energy Star Program certification of energy code equivalency shall
be considered in compliance.
R102.1.2 Alternative compliance. A building certified by a national, state, or
local accredited energy efficiency program and determined by the Energy
Systems Laboratory to be in compliance with the energy efficiency
requirements of this section may, at the option of the Code Official, be
considered in compliance. The United States Environmental Protection
Agency's Energy Star Program certification of energy code equivalency shall
be considered in compliance. Regardless of the program or the path to
compliance, each 1- and 2-family dwelling shall be tested for air and duct
leakage as prescribed in Section R402.4.1.2 (N1102.4.1.2) and R403.3.3
(N1103.3.3) respectively.
'Section 105.2 Required Inspections; Changed numbering and to read as follows:
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R105.2.1 Footing and foundation inspection.
Inspections associated with footings and foundations shall verify compliance with the
code as to R-value, location, thickness, depth of burial and protection of insulation as
required by the code and approved plans and specifications.
R105.2.2 Framing and Air Barrier rough -in inspection.
Inspections at framing and rough -in shall be made before application of interior finish
insulation and shall verify compliance with the code as to: types of insulation and
corresponding R-values and their correct location and proper instillation; fenestration
properties such as U-factor and SHGC and proper instillation; air leakage controls as
required by the code; and approved plans and specifications.
R105.2.3 Insulation and Fenestration rough -in inspection.
Inspections at framing and rough -in shall be made before application of interior finish and
shall verify compliance with the code as to: types of insulation and corresponding R-
values and their correct location and proper installation; fenestration properties such as
U-factor and SHGC and proper installation.
R105.2.34 Plumbing rough -in inspection.
Inspections at plumbing rough -in shall verify compliance as required by the code and
approved plans and specifications as to types of insulation and corresponding R-values
and protection and required controls.
R105.2.45 Mechanical rough -in inspection.
Inspections at mechanical rough -in shall verify compliance as required by the code and
approved plans and specifications as to installed HVAC equipment type and size,
required controls, system insulation and corresponding R-value, system air leakage
control, programmable thermostats, dampers, whole -house ventilation, and minimum fan
efficiency.
Exception: Systems serving multiple dwelling units shall be inspected in accordance with
Section C105.2.4.
R105.2.56 Final inspection.
The building shall have a final inspection and shall not be occupied until approved. The
final inspection shall include verification of the installation of all required building systems,
equipment and controls and their proper operation and the required number of high -
efficacy lamps and fixtures
Section C105.5and R105.4; change to read as follows:
C105.4 Approved inspection agencies. The code official is authorized to accept
and require at the expense of the applicant reports of third -party inspection
agencies not affiliated with the building design ...{Remainder of the text
unchanged}
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R105.4 Approved inspection agencies. The code official is authorized to accept
and require at the expense of the applicant reports of third -party inspection
agencies not affiliated with the building design ...{Remainder of the text
unchanged}
Section C202 and R202, add the following definition:
PROJECTION FACTOR. The ratio of the horizontal depth of the overhang,
eave or permanently attached shading device, divided by the distance
measured vertically from the bottom of the fenestration glazing to the underside
of the overhang, eave or permanently attached shading device.
Section R202; add the following definition:
DYNAMIC GLAZING. Any fenestration product that has the fully reversible
ability to change its performance properties, including U-factor, solar heat
gain coefficient (SHGC), or visible transmittance (VT).
Table 402.1.2 Maximum Assembly/Climate Zone items: amend table as follows.
Climate Zone
Fenestration
U-Factorf
Ceiling
U-Factor
2
.40
9 26 0.29
3
0400.32
8.26-0.29
'Table 402.1.3 Insulation/Climate Zone items: amend table as follows.
Climate Zone
Fenestration
Ceiling
Wood Frame
Slab R-Value
U-Factorki
R-Value
Wall R-Value
& Depth
2
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'Section R402.4.1 Building thermal envelope; add section R402.4.1.4 to read as
follows
R402.4.1.4 Sampling options for R2 multifamily dwelling units. For buildings with eight or
more testing units that must be tested as required by R402.4.1.2 or R402.4.1.3, the
greater of seven units or 20 percent of the testing units in the building shall be tested,
including a top floor unit, a ground floor unit, a middle floor unit, and a unit with the largest
testing unit enclosure area. For each tested unit that exceeds the maximum air leakage
rate, an additional three units shall be tested, including a mixture of testing unit types and
Ordinance No. 2323, Page 62 of 74
locations. Where buildings have fewer than eight testing units, each testing unit shall be
tested.
***Section C402.5.2 Dwelling and sleeping unit enclosure testing. Added the
underlined to read as follows
C402.5.2 Dwelling and sleeping unit enclosure testing. The building thermal
envelope shall be tested in accordance with ASTM E779. ANSI/RESNET/ICC 380,
ASTM E1827 or an equivalent method approved by the code official. The measured
air leakage shall not exceed 0.30 cfm/ft2 (1.5 Us m2) of the testing unit enclosure
area at a pressure differential of 0.2-inch water gauge (50 Pa). Where multiple
dwelling units or sleeping units or other occupiable conditioned spaces are
contained within one building thermal envelope, each unit shall be considered an
individual testing unit, and the building air leakage shall be the weighted average
of all testing unit results, weighted by each testing unit's enclosure area. Units shall
be tested separately with an unguarded blower door test as follows:
1. Where buildings have fewer than eight testing units, each testing unit
shall be tested.
2. For buildings with eight or more testing units, the greater of seven units
or 20 percent of the testing units in the building shall be tested, including
a top floor unit, a ground floor unit, a middle floor unit, and a unit with the
largest testing unit enclosure area. For each tested unit that exceeds the
maximum air leakage rate, an additional three units shall be tested,
including a mixture of testing unit types and locations.
***Section R403.3 Ducts; add section R403.3.8 to read as follows
R403.3.8 Sampling options for R2 multifamily dwelling units. For buildings with eight or
more testing units that must be tested as required by R403.3.5, the greater of
seven units or 20 percent of the testing units in the building shall be tested,
including a top floor unit, a ground floor unit, a middle floor unit, and a unit with
the largest testing unit floor area. For each tested unit that exceeds the
maximum duct leakage rate, an additional three units shall be tested, including
a mixture of testing unit types and locations. Where buildings have fewer than
eight testing units, each testing unit shall be tested
***Section R403.6 Mechanical Ventilation; add section R403.6.4 to read as follows
R403.6.4 Sampling options for R2 multifamily dwelling units. For buildings with eight or
more testing units that must be tested as required by R403.6.3, the greater of
seven units or 20 percent of the testing units in the building shall be tested,
including a top floor unit, a ground floor unit, a middle floor unit, and a unit with
the largest testing unit floor area. For each tested unit that does not meet the
minimum ventilation rate, an additional three units shall be tested, including a
mixture of testing unit types and locations. Where buildings have fewer than
eight testing units, each testing unit shall be tested.
Ordinance No. 2323, Page 63 of 74
***R405.2 Performance -based compliance. Added to underlined to read as follows.
R405.2 Performance -based compliance. Compliance based on total building
performance requires that a proposed design meets all of the following:
1. The requirements of the sections indicated within Table R405.2.
2. The building thermal envelope greater than or equal to levels of efficiency and
solar heat gain coefficients in Table R402.1.1 or R402.1.3 of the 2009
International Energy Conservation Code.
3. An annual energy cost that is less than or equal to the annual energy cost of
the 2021 standard reference design or 8% less than the annual energy cost of
the 2018 standard reference design. Energy prices shall be taken from a source
approved by the code official, such as the Department of Energy, Energy
Information Administration's State Energy Data System Prices and
Expenditures reports. Code officials shall be permitted to require time -of -use
pricing in energy cost calculations.
Exception: The energy use based on source energy expressed in Btu or Btu per square
foot of conditioned floor area shall be permitted to be substituted for the energy
cost. The source energy multiplier for electricity shall be 3.16. The source
energy multiplier for fuels other than electricity shall be 1.1.
Section R405.6.2; add the following sentence to the end of paragraph:
Acceptable performance software simulation tools may include, but are not
limited to, REM Rate TM, Energy Gauge and IC3. Other performance software
programs accredited by RESNET BESTEST and having the ability to provide a
report as outlined in R405.4.2 may also be deemed acceptable performance
simulation programs and may be considered by the building official.
Ordinance No. 2323, Page 64 of 74
"TABLE R406.4 (N1106.4) MAXIMUM ENERGYRATING INDEX; amend to read as follows:
TABLE R406.4 (N1106.4) '
M4YIMI IRA I=MPPrY RATIMr; INI)FX
CLIMATE ZONE
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2
a2 63
3
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This table is effective until August 31, 2022.
TABLE R406.4 (N1106.4) 2
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CLIMATE ZONE
ENERGY RATING INDEX
2
5259
3
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2 The table is effective from September 1, 2022 to August 31, 2025.
TABLE R406.4 (N1106.4) 3
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CLIMATE ZONE
ENERGY RATING INDEX
2
Q 57
3
a2-57
3 The table is effective from September 1, 2025 to August 31, 2028.
TABLE R406.4 (N1106.4) 3
MAXIMUM ENERGY RATING INDEX
CLIMATE ZONE
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2
Q 55
3
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4 This table is effective on or after September 1, 2028.
'Section R408 ADDITIONAL EFFICIENCY PACKAGE OPTIONS; deleted in its
entirety.
Sec. 14-124 through 14-140. Reserved
ARTICLE Vill. NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
AMENDMENTS/ADMINISTRATION
Sec. 14-141. Adoption. National Electrical Code.
The National Electrical Code, 2020 Edition, as published by the NFPA is hereby adopted
by reference. Unless deleted, amended, expanded or otherwise changed herein, all
provisions of such Code shall be fully applicable and binding.
Ordinance No. 2323, Page 65 of 74
Sec. 14-142. Administration and enforcement of The Electrical Code.
The electrical code of the city shall be administered and enforced by the office of the
Building Official or his designee. All references to Code Official shall mean the Building
Official.
Sec. 14-143. Amendments.
The National Electrical Code, 2020 Edition, adopted in Sec. 14-141, shall be amended
as follows:
Section 90-4.1: add to read as follows:
The fees to be charged for any electrical work in the city shall be in accordance with
Euless Code of Ordinances chapter 30. There shall be a reinspection fee, as set
forth in chapter 30, where it is necessary for the electrical inspector to reinspect any
phase of an electrical job.
"Article 100; add the following to definitions:
Engineering Supervision. Supervision by a Qualified State of Texas Licensed
Professional Engineer engaged primarily in the design or maintenance of electrical
installations
Article 110.2, Approval., change to read as follows:
110.2 Approval. The conductors and equipment required or permitted by this
Code shall be acceptable only if approved. Approval of equipment may be
evident by listing and labeling of equipment by a Nationally Recognized Testing
Lab (NRTL) with a certification mark of that laboratory or a qualified third party
inspection agency or a field evaluation by a Field Evaluation Body accredited by
either the International Code Council Accreditation Service AC354 or ANSI
National Accreditation Board programs and approved by the AHJ.
Exception: Unlisted equipment that is relocated to another location within a
jurisdiction or is field modified is subject to the approval by the AHJ. This approval
may be by a field evaluation by a NRTL or qualified third -party inspection agency
or a field evaluation by a Field Evaluation Body accredited by either the ICC IAS
AS354 or ANAB programs approved by the AHJ.
Manufacturer's self -certification of any equipment shall not be used as a basis
for approval by the AHJ.
Ordinance No. 2323, Page 66 of 74
Sec 14-144. Right of entry.
The Building Official or his designee shall have the power to enter any building, structure,
alley, lot, manhole or subway during reasonable hours, and while in the actual
performance of his regular duties he shall have the power to cause the arrest of any
person violating any provisions of this article.
Sec. 14-145. Hindering Inspectors prohibited.
No person shall hinder or prevent the Building Official or his designee from making any
electrical inspection.
Sec. 14-146. Power to disconnect service.
The Building Official or his designee is hereby empowered to disconnect or order the
public utility company serving electrical energy to sever the electrical service to such
wiring, device and/or materials found to be defectively installed until the installation of
such wiring, device and material has been made safe as directed by the electrical
inspector. Any person ordered and notified in writing to discontinue any electrical service
shall do so within 24 hours; where the city electrical inspector has determined such
conditions to be an immediate threat to life safety, service shall be terminated
immediately, and such person shall not reconnect electrical service or allow it to be
reconnected until notified by the city electrical inspector.
Sec. 14-147. Approval of inspector required before reconnecting service;
exception.
When service is disconnected to any building used for commercial or mercantile
purposes, theaters, gasoline stations and garages, approval must be obtained from the
city electrical inspector before reconnecting to the electrical energy. Provided, however,
where service is terminated for nonpayment of bill, it shall not be necessary to obtain city
approval for reconnecting.
Sec. 14- 148 through 14-160. Reserved
***Article 400.8 Field Identification Required: Change the following to read as follows
408.4 Field Identification Required.
(A) Circuit Directory or Circuit Identification.
Every circuit and circuit modification shall be legibly identified as to its clear,
evident, and specific purpose or use. The identification shall include an approved
degree of detail that allows each circuit to be distinguished from all others. Spare
positions that contain unused overcurrent devices or switches shall be described
accordingly. The identification shall be included in a circuit directory that is located
on the face or inside of, or in an approved location adjacent and permanently affixed
Ordinance No. 2323, Page 67 of 74
the panel door in the case of a panelboard and at each switch or circuit breaker in a
switchboard or switchgear. No circuit shall be described in a manner that depends
on transient conditions of occupancy.
***Article 410.118: Change the following to read as follows
410.118 Access to other boxes.
Luminaires recessed in the ceilings, floors, or walls shall not be used to access
outlet, pull, or junction boxes or conduit bodies, unless the box or conduit body is
an integral part of the listed luminaire.
Exception: removable luminaires with a minimum measurement of 22 in. X 22 in.
shall be permitted to be used as access to outlet, pull, junction boxes or conduit
bodies.
***Article 422.31 B: Change the following to read as follows
422.31 B Appliances Rated over 300 Volt -Amperes
(B) Appliances Rated over 300 Volt -Amperes. For permanently connected
appliances rated over 300 volt-amperes, the branch -circuit switch or circuit breaker
shall be permitted to serve as the disconnecting means where the switch or circuit
breaker is within sight from and is readily accessible to the appliance it serves or is
capable of being locked in the open position in accordance with 110.25 and is readily
accessible to the appliance it serves.
Informational Note No. 1: For appliances employing unit switches, see 422.34.
Informational Note No 2: The following means of access are considered to constitute
readily accessible for this code change when conforming to the additional access
requirements of the I Codes:
(1) A permanent stair.
(2) A pull -down stair with a minimum 300 lb. (136 kg) capacity.
(3) An access door from an upper floor level.
Article 500.8(A)(3), Suitability. change to read as follows:
500.8 Equipment. Articles 500 through 504 require equipment construction and
installation standards that ensure safe performance under conditions of proper
use and maintenance.
(A) Suitability. Suitability of identified equipment shall be determined by one of
the following:
(1) Equipment listing or labeled.
Ordinance No. 2323, Page 68 of 74
(2) Evidence of equipment evaluation from a qualified testing laboratory or
inspection agency concerned with product evaluation.
(3) Evidence acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction such as a
manufacturer's self -evidence or an engineering judgment signed and
sealed by a qualified Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of
Texas.
Article 505.7(A), Implementation of Zone Classification System: changed to read as
follows:
505.7 Special Precaution. Article 505 requires equipment construction and
installation that ensures safe performance under conditions of proper use and
maintenance.
(A) Implementation of Zone Classification System. Classification of areas,
engineering and design, selection of equipment and wiring methods,
installation, and inspection shall be performed by a qualified Licensed
Professional Engineer in the State of Texas.
***Article 695.6 A 1: Change the following to read as follows
695.6 (A) Supply Conductors.
(1) Services and On -Site Power Production Facilities.
Service conductors and conductors supplied by on -site power production facilities shall be
physically routed outside a building(s) and shall be installed as service -entrance conductors
in accordance with 230.6, 230.9, and Parts III and IV of Article 230. Where supply
conductors cannot be physically routed outside of buildings, the conductors shall be
permitted to be routed through the building(s) where installed in accordance with
230.6(1) or (2).
Exception deleted.
***Article 71.15 A: Change the following to read as follows
710.15 General
710.15(A) Supply Output.
Power supply to premises wiring systems fed by stand-alone or isolated microgrid power
sources shall have adequate capacity to meet the calculated load in accordance with Article
220.
Ordinance No. 2323, Page 69 of 74
ARTICLE IX. INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE
AMENDMENTS/ADOPTION
Sec. 14-161. Adoption. International Property Maintenance Code.
The International Property Maintenance Code, 2021 Edition, as published by the
International Code Council is hereby adopted by reference. Unless deleted, amended,
expanded or otherwise changed herein, all provisions of such Code shall be fully applicable
and binding.
Sec. 14-162. Administration and enforcement of the International Property
Maintenance Code.
The International Property Maintenance Code of the city shall be administered and
enforced by the office of the Building Official or any duly authorized representative of the
City of Euless.
Sec. 14-163. Amendments.
Section 101.1 Title: change to read as follows:
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the International Property Maintenance
Code of the City of Euless, hereinafter referred to as "this code"
Section 102.3, Application of other Codes; Change to read as follows:
102.3 Application of other Codes. Repairs, additions or alterations to a structure, or
changes of occupancy, shall be done in accordance with the procedures and provisions
of the International Building Code, International Energy Conservation Code,
International Fire Code, International Fuel Gas Code, International Mechanical Code,
International Plumbing Code, International Residential Code, or NFPA 70, as adopted
Section 103.5, Fees: changed to read as follows:
103.5 Fees See approved fee schedule (chapter 30)
Section 108: Delete section
Section 109: Delete section
Ordinance No. 2323, Page 70 of 74
Section 110.4, Failure to comply: change to read as follows:
110.4 Failure to comply. Any person who shall continue any work after having been
served with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed to perform to
remove a violation or unsafe condition shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and such
person shall be fined not more than the maximum provided in section 1-12 of this Code
for fire safety and public health and sanitation provision violations for each offense. Every
violation and each and every day's failure or refusal to comply with these provisions will
constitute a separate offense, and in case of willful or continued violation by any person
or his agents, employees, servants or officers, the city shall have the power to revoke and
repeal any license under which the person may be acting, and revoke all permits,
privileges and franchises granted to the person.
Section 111 is deleted in its entirety.
Section 112 is deleted in its entirety.
Section 113 is deleted in its entirety.
Section 201.3 Terms defined in other codes: Change to read as follows:
201.3 Terms defined in other codes: Where terms are not defined in this code and are
defined in the International Building Code, International Fire Code, International Fuel Gas
Code, International Mechanical Code, International Plumbing Code, International
Residential Code, or NFPA 70, such terms shall have the meanings ascribed to them as
stated in those codes.
Section 302.3 Sidewalks and driveways: Change to read as follows:
302.3 Sidewalks and driveways. Private sidewalks, private driveways, parking spaces
and similar areas shall be kept in a proper state of repair, and maintained free from
hazardous conditions. All sidewalks, driveways, parking spaces and similar areas shall
be clear from vegetation and shall be trimmed and edged to the edge of impervious cover.
{Remainder of text unchanged}
Section 302.4, Weeds: Change to read as follows:
302.4 Weeds. Premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from weeds or
plant growth in excess of 12 inches. Noxious weeds shall {Remainder of text unchanged}
Section 302.9, Defacement of Property. Change to read as follows:
Ordinance No. 2323, Page 71 of 74
302.9 Defacement of Property. No person shall willfully or wantonly damage, mutilate or
deface any exterior surface of any structure or building or fence on any private or public
property by placing thereon any marking, carving or graffiti.
It shall be the responsibility of the owner to restore said surface to an approved state of
maintenance and repair.
Section 304.3, Premises identification. Change to read as follows:
304.3 Premises identification. Buildings shall have approved address numbers placed in
a position to be plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property,
and from any alley used for vehicular access. The numbers shall contrast with their
background. Address numbers shall be Arabic numerals or alphabet letters. Numbers
shall be minimum of 4 inches (102 mm) high for One and Two Family residential and 8
inches (203 mm) high for all others. Premises identification for all locations except one
and two family residential shall be internally or externally illuminated.
Section 304.14, Insect Screens: Change to read as follows:
304.14 Insect Screens. Every door, window and other outside opening required for
ventilation of habitable rooms, food preparation areas ... {Remainder of text unchanged}
Section 305.1.1 Unsafe Conditions: Change to read as follows:
Section 305.1.1 Unsafe Conditions. The following conditions shall be determined as
unsafe and shall be repaired or replaced to comply with the International Building Code
as required for existing buildings: {remainder of text unchanged)
Section 306.1.1 Unsafe Conditions: Change to read as follows:
306.1.1 Unsafe Conditions. Where any of the following conditions cause the component
of system to be beyond its limit state, the component or system shall be determined as
unsafe and shall be repaired or replaced to comply with the International Building Code
or International Residential Code as adopted. {remainder of text unchanged}
Section 602.3, Heat Supply: Change to read as follows:
602.3 Heat Supply. Every owner and operator of any building who rents, leases or lets
one or more dwelling units or sleeping units on terms, either expressed or implied, to
Ordinance No. 2323, Page 72 of 74
furnish heat to the occupants thereof shall supply heat during the period from November
1 to March 31 to maintain a minimum ... {Remainder of text unchanged}
Section 602.4, Occupiable work spaces: Change to read as follows:
602.4 Occupiable work spaces. Indoor occupiable work spaces shall be supplied with
heat during the period from November 1 to March 31 to maintain a minimum
temperature ... {Remainder of text unchanged}
Sec. 14-164 through 14-180. Reserved
SECTION 2.
Penalty for Violation. Any person, firm, or corporation violating any of the terms
and provisions of this ordinance shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon
conviction thereof shall be fined in accordance with Section 1-12 "General Penalty",
Euless Code of Ordinances. Each such violation shall be deemed a separate offense
and shall be punishable as such hereunder for violation of an ordinance governing fire
safety, zoning or public health and sanitation.
SECTION 3.
Cumulative Clause. This ordinance shall be cumulative of all provisions of
ordinances of the City of Euless, Texas, except where the provisions of this ordinance
are in direct conflict with the provisions of such ordinances, in which event the conflicting
provisions of such ordinances are hereby repealed.
SECTION 4.
Severability Clause. That it is hereby declared to be the intention of the City
Council that the sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses and phrases of this ordinance
are severable, and if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section of this ordinance
shall be declared invalid or unconstitutional by the valid judgment or decree of any court
of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the
remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs and sections of this ordinance, since
the same would have been enacted by the City Council without the incorporation in this
ordinance of any such invalid or unconstitutional phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or
section.
Ordinance No. 2323, Page 73 of 74
SECTION 5.
Saving Clause. That the Code of Ordinances, City of Euless, Texas, as amended,
shall remain in full force and effect, save and except as amended by this ordinance.
SECTION 6.
Publication Clause. The City Secretary of the City of Euless is hereby directed
to publish in the official newspaper of the City of Euless, as required by Section 12 of
Article II of the Charter of the City of Euless.
SECTION 7.
Effective Date. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its
passage and publication as provided by the Euless City Charter and the laws of the State
of Texas.
PRESENTED AND PASSED ON FIRST AND FINAL READING at a regular
meeting of the Euless City Council on October 11, 2022, by a vote of 7 ayes, 0
nays, and abstentionsO
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ATTEST:
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Wayne Olson, City Attorney
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Attention: Mike Lowry THE STATE OF TEXAS
CITY OF EULESS COUNTY OF TARRANT
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EULESS, TX 760393543 Before me, a Notary Public in and for said County
and State, this day personally appeared Amanda
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THE CODE OF ORDINANCES; ADOPT- dates:
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INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, IN-
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INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE,
INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE
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AND THE 2020 VERSION OF THE
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE; AND
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1 Print Legal Ad-IPL00939950 - IPLOO93995
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Attention: Mike Lowry
CITY OF EULESS
201 N ECTOR DR
EULESS, TX 760393543
CITY OF EULESS
ORDINANCE NO. 2323
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EU-
LESS, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER
14 "BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REG-
ULATIONS," ARTICLES I THRU IX OF
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES; ADOPT-
ING THE 2021 VERSIONS OF THE IN-
TERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE,
INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, IN-
TERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE,
INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE,
INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE
AND INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CON-
SERVATION CODE; INTERNATIONAL
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE,
AND THE 2020 VERSION OF THE
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE; AND
ADOPTING LOCAL AMENDMENTS
TO EACH OF THE CODES ADOPTED
HEREBY; PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR
VIOLATION; PROVIDING THAT THIS
ORDINANCE SHALL BE CUMULATIVE
OF ALL ORDINANCES; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING
A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING
FOR PUBLICATION IN THE OFFICIAL
NEWSPAPER; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
SECTION 2. PENALTY FOR VIOLA-
TION: Any person, firm, or corpora-
tion violating any of the terms and
provisions of this ordinance shall be
deemed guilty of a misdemeanor,
and upon conviction thereof shall be
fined in accordance with Section 1-12
"General Penalty", Euless Code of Or-
dinances. Each such violation shall be
deemed a separate offense and shall
be punishable as such hereunder for
violation of an ordinance governing
fire safety, zoning or public health and
sanitation.
PRESENTED AND PASSED ON FIRST
AND FINAL READING at a regular
meeting of the Euless City Council on
October 11, 2022, by a vote of 7 ayes,
0 nays, and 0 abstentions.
IPL0093995
Oct 13-14 2022
THE STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF TARRANT
Before me, a Notary Public in and for said County
and State, this day personally appeared Amanda
Grisham, Bid and Legal Coordinator for the Star -
Telegram, published by the Star -Telegram, Inc. at
Fort Worth, in Tarrant County, Texas; and who,
after being duly sworn, did depose and say that
the attached clipping of an advertisement was
published in the above named paper on the listed
dates:
No. of Insertions: 2
Beginning Issue of: 10/13/2022
Ending Issue of: 10/14/2022
di
worn to an SU SCTI e e ore me t is t dy 0
October in the year of 2022
Notary Public in and f or the state of Texas, residing in
Dallas County
2022
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