HomeMy WebLinkAboutORD 16-13 2013 California Fire CodeORDINANCE NO. 16 -13
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ORANGE DELETING CHAPTER
15.32, CITY OF ORANGE FIRE CODE, IN ITS
ENTIRETY AND ADDING CHAPTER 15.32,
ADOPTING AND AMENDING THE 2013
CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE AND PORTIONS OF
THE 2012 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE AS
THE CITY OF ORANGE FIRE CODE, TO TITLE
15 (BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION) OF THE
ORANGE MUNICIPAL CODE.
WHEREAS, the City of Orange Fire Department is responsible for enforcing the fire
and safety regulations of the State Fire Marshal; and
WHEREAS, the State Fire Marshal's building standards regulations are incorporated
in the 2013 California Fire Code; and
WHEREAS, the City is subject to the California Fire Code, as written, effective
January 1, 2014 unless the City adopts amendments to said Code, with the appropriate
findings supporting such amendments; and
WHEREAS, cities are allowed to make amendments to State building standards
when justified by local topographical, climactic and geographical conditions; and
WHEREAS, contemporaneously herewith the City Council has made appropriate
findings that justify amendments to the California Fire Code based on local topographical,
climactic and geographical conditions in Resolution No. 10742; and
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ORANGE DOES
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I:
Chapter 15.32, City of Orange Fire Code, is deleted in its entirety and is hereby
replaced with Chapter 15.32, adopting the 2013 California Fire Code and Chapter 1,
Division II, Sections 305, 307, 308, 503, 510.2 and appendices B and C of the 2012
International Fire Code to read as amended below:
Chapter 15.32 CITY OF ORANGE FIRE CODE
15.32.010 Adoption by Reference
The City Council adopts by reference the California Fire Code, 2013 Edition, and Chapter 1,
Division II, Sections 305, 307, 308, 503, 510.2 and appendices B and C of the International
Fire Code as published by the International Code Council, as hereinafter amended, modified
or altered. Such Codes are adopted by reference, for the purpose of safeguarding the public
from the hazards of fire, explosion or dangerous conditions in new and existing buildings,
structures and premises. One copy of the codes has been and is now on file in the office of
the City Clerk, and the codes are adopted by reference as if incorporated and set out at length
in this chapter. The provisions therein shall be controlling within the limits of the City of
Orange and shall be designated, known and referred to as the Orange Fire Code.
15.32.020 Section 101.1 Amended — Title.
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Orange Fire Code hereinafter referred to
as "this code."
15.32.025 Section 103.2 Amended — Appointment.
103.2 Appointment. The fire code official shall be appointed by the fire chief and may be
removed at any time.
15.32.030 Section 105.1.1 Amended — Permits required.
105.1.1 Permits required. When a permit is required by this code, a current permit
conforming to the requirements of Section 105 shall be required to conduct an operation or
business, or install or modify systems and equipment which is regulated by this code, or to
cause any such work to be done.
15.32.035 Section 105.4.2 Amended — Information on construction documents.
105.4.2 Information on construction documents. Construction documents shall be drawn
to scale upon suitable material. Plans shall be submitted in both paper and electronic formats
as detailed in the City of Orange Fire Department Plan Submittal Guidelines. Construction
documents shall be of sufficient clarity to indicate the location, nature and extent of the work
proposed and show in detail but it will conform to the provisions of this code and relevant
laws, ordinances, rules and regulations as determined by the fire code official.
15.32.040 Section 105.6.29 Amended — Miscellaneous combustible storage.
105.6.29. Miscellaneous combustible storage. An operational permit is required to store in
any building or upon any premises in excess of 2500 cubic feet (71 m) gross volume of
combustible empty packing cases, boxes, barrels or similar containers, rubber tires, rubber,
cork, green waste, composting, yard waste, or similar combustible material.
15.32.042 Section 105.6.48 Added — Day -care.
105.6.48 Day -care. An operational permit is required to operate a day -care center.
15.32.044 Section 105.6.49 Added — Day -care, large family.
105.6.49 Day -care, large family. An operational permit is required to operate a large family
day -care home.
15.32.046 Section 105.6.50 Added — High -rise buildings.
105.6.50 High -rise buildings. An operational permit is required to operate a high -rise
building.
15.32.050 Section 109.2.1 Added — Fire and life safety hazards.
109.2.1 Fire and life safety hazards. Persons operating, maintaining or controlling any
occupancy, premises or vehicle subject to this code shall neither create, nor allow to exist,
any condition deemed a fire or life safety hazard by the fire code official.
15.32.060 Section 109.4 Amended — Violation penalties.
109.4 Violation penalties. Persons who violate a provision of this code or fail to comply
with any of the requirements thereof or who erect, install, alter, repair or do work in violation
of the approved construction documents or directive of the fire code official, or of a permit or
certificate used under provisions of this code, shall be subject to prosecution in accordance
with Chapter 1.08 of the Orange Municipal Code.
15.32.070 Section 202 — Added: "Flow- line," "Hazardous Fire Area," "Sky Lantern"
and Revised: "High -Rise Building."
FLOW -LINE. The lowest continuous elevation on a curb defined by the path traced by a
particle in a moving body of water at the bottom of the rolled curb.
HAZARDOUS FIRE AREA. Includes all areas identified within Section 4906.2 and other
areas as determined by the Fire Code Official as presenting a fire hazard due to the presence
of combustible vegetation, or the proximity of the property to an area that contains
combustible vegetation.
HIGH -RISE BUILDING. In other than Group I -2 occupancies, "high -rise buildings" as
used in this Code:
Existing high -rise structure. A high -rise structure, the construction of which is commenced
or completed prior to July 1, 1974.
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High -rise structure. Every building of any type of construction or occupancy having floors
used for human occupancy located more than 55 feet above the lowest floor level having
building access, except buildings used as hospitals as defined in Health and Safety Code
Section 1250.
New high -rise building. A high -rise structure, the construction of which is commenced on
or after July 1, 1974. For the purpose of this Section, construction shall be deemed to have
commenced when plans and specifications are more than 50 percent complete and have been
presented to the local jurisdiction prior to July 1, 1974. Unless all provisions of this Section
have been met, the construction of such buildings shall commence on or before January 1,
1976.
New high -rise structure. means a high -rise structure, the construction of which commenced
on or after July 1, 1974.
SKY LANTERN. An airborne lantern typically made of paper, Mylar, or other lightweight
material with a wood, plastic, or metal frame containing a candle, fuel cell, or other heat
source that provides buoyancy.
15.32.080 Section 304.1.2 Amended — Vegetation.
Weeds, grass, vines or other growth that is capable of being ignited and endangering
property, shall be cut down and removed by the owner or occupant of the premises.
Vegetation clearance requirements in urban - wildland interface areas shall be in accordance
with Chapter 49 and Orange City Fire Department vegetation management guidelines.
15.32.090 Section 304.4 Added — Disposal of rubbish.
304.4 Disposal of rubbish. Rubbish, trash or combustible waste material shall be burned
only within an approved incinerator and in accordance with Section 307.2.1.
15.32.100 Section 305.5 Added — Chimney spark arresters.
305.5 Chimney spark arresters. All chimneys attached to any appliance or fireplace that
burns solid fuel shall be equipped with an approved spark arrester. Chimneys serving outdoor
appliances or fireplaces shall be equipped with a spark arrester. The spark arrester shall meet
the requirements of Section 2113.9.2 of the California Building Code.
15.32.110 Section 305.6 Added — Outdoor fires.
305.6 Outdoor fires. Outdoor fires shall be in accordance with Sections 305, 307, and 308
and other applicable Sections of this code.
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15.32.120 Section 307.1.2Added — Fuel modification areas.
307.1.2 Fuel modification areas. Outdoor fires using wood or other solid fuel shall not be
built, ignited or maintained in a fuel modification area.
15.32.130 Section 307.2.2 Added — Hazardous conditions.
307.2.2 Hazardous conditions. Outdoor fires are not allowed when predicted sustained
winds exceed 8 MPH during periods when relative humidity is less than 25 %, or a red flag
condition has been declared or public announcement is made, when an official sign was caused
to be posted by the fire code official, or when such fires present a hazard as determined by the
fire code official.
15.32.140 Section 307.2.3 Added — Where prohibited.
307.2.3 Where prohibited. Outdoor fires shall not be built, ignited or maintained in fuel
modification areas, Wildfire Risk Areas (WRA) and adopted Fire Hazard Severity Zones
FHSZ) or Special Fire Protection Areas (SFPA) or other locations where conditions could
cause the spread of fire to the WRA, SFPA or FHSZ in the opinion of the fire code official,
except by permit from the fire code official.
Exception: A permit is not required for the following:
1. Fires in approved outdoor or portable fireplaces, fire pits, fire rings and similar
devices at Group R occupancies that are installed and used in accordance with this
code.
2. Outdoor fires at inhabited premises or official organized campsites or parks when
located in a permanent or portable barbeque or grill, incinerator, or outdoor fireplace
located at least 30 feet from combustible vegetation.
3. Other installations or uses approved by the fire code official.
15.32.150 Section 307.5.1 Added — Supervision.
307.5.1 Supervision. Where a permit is issued or when allowed under the exceptions to
Section 305.6.1, such fires shall be supervised by a person 18 years of age or older.
15.32.160 SECTION 307 Amended — OPEN BURNING, RECREATIONAL FIRES
AND PORTABLE OUTDOOR FIREPLACES.
SECTION 307 OPEN BURNING, RECREATIONAL FIRES, FIRE PITS, FIRE
RINGS, AND OUTDOOR FIREPLACES
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15.32.170 Section 307.6 Added — Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, fire rings, or similar
devices used at Group R occupancies.
307.6 Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, fire rings, or similar devices used at Group R
occupancies. Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, fire rings, or similar exterior devices used at
Group R shall comply with this Section.
Exception: Barbeques, grills, and other portable devices used solely for cooking are not
regulated by this section.
15.32.180 Section 307.6.1 Added — Gas - fueled devices.
307.6.1 Gas - fueled devices. Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits and similar devices fueled by
natural gas or liquefied- petroleum gas are allowed when approved by the building code
official and the device is designed to only burn a gas flame and not wood or other solid fuel.
At properties containing Group R -3 occupancies, combustible construction shall not be
located within three feet of an atmospheric column that extends vertically from the perimeter
of the device. At properties of other than Group R occupancies, the minimum distance shall
be ten feet. Where a permanent hood and vent approved by the building code official is
installed, combustible construction may encroach upon this column between the bottom of
the hood and the vent opening. Where chimneys or vents are installed, they shall have a
spark arrester in accordance with Section 305.5.
15.32.190 Section 307.6.2 Added — Devices using wood or fuels other than natural gas
or liquefied- petroleum gas.
307.6.2 Devices using wood or fuels other than natural gas or liquefied- petroleum gas.
Fireplaces burning wood or other solid fuel shall be constructed in accordance with the
California Building Code and Section 305.5. Fires in a fireplace shall be contained within a
firebox with an attached chimney. The opening in the face of the firebox shall have an
installed and maintained method of arresting sparks. The burning of wood or other solid fuel
in a device is not allowed within 15 feet of combustible structures, unless within a permanent
or portable fireplace. Conditions which could cause a fire to spread within 25 feet of a
structure or to vegetation shall be eliminated prior to ignition. Fires in devices burning wood
or solid fuel shall be managed per Section 307.5.
15.32.200 Section 307.6.2.1 Added — Where prohibited.
307.6.2.1 Where prohibited. Wood and other solid fuel burning fires in devices other than
permanent fireplaces are not allowed within Wildfire Risk Areas (WRA) and adopted Fire
Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ) and Special Fire Protection Areas (SFPA) or in locations
where conditions could cause the spread of fire to the WRA or FHSZ, unless determined by
the Fire Code Official that the location or design of the device should reasonably prevent the
start of a wildfire.
15.32.210 Section 319 Added — Development on or near land containing or emitting
toxic, combustible or flammable liquids, gases or vapors.
319 Development on or near land containing or emitting toxic, combustible or
flammable liquids, gases or vapors. The fire code official may require the submittal for
approval of geological studies, evaluations, reports, remedial recommendations and/or
similar documentation from a state - licensed and department- approved individual or firm, on
any parcel of land to be developed which has, or is adjacent to, or within 1,000 feet (304.8 m)
of a parcel of land that has an active, inactive, or abandoned oil or gas well operation,
petroleum or chemical refining facility, petroleum or chemical storage, or may contain or
give off toxic, combustible or flammable liquids, gases or vapors.
15.32.220 Section 320 Added — Fuel modification requirements for new construction.
320 Fuel modification requirements for new construction. All new buildings to be built
or installed in areas with or adjacent to land having hazardous combustible vegetation shall
comply with the requirements in the edition of Orange City Fire Department Vegetation
Management Guidelines currently in use at the time of plan submittal.
15.32.230 Section 321 Added — Clearance of brush or vegetative growth from roadways.
321 Clearance of brush or vegetative growth from roadways. The fire code official is
authorized to cause areas within 10 feet (3048 mm) on each side of portions of highways and
private streets which are improved, designed or ordinarily used for vehicular traffic, to be
cleared of flammable vegetation and other combustible growth. Measurement shall be from
the flow -line or the end of the improved edge of the roadway surfaces.
Exception: Single specimens of trees, ornamental shrubbery or cultivated ground cover such
as green grass, ivy, succulents or similar plants used as ground covers, provided that they do
not form a means of readily transmitting fire in the opinion of the fire code official.
15.32.240 Section 322 Added — Unusual circumstances.
322 Unusual circumstances. The fire code official may suspend enforcement of the vegetation
management requirements and require reasonable alternative measures designed to advance the
purpose of this code if determined that in any specific case that any of the following conditions
exist:
1. Difficult terrain.
2. Danger of erosion.
3. Presence of plants included in any state and federal resources agencies, California Native Plant
Society and county- approved list of wildlife, plants, rare, endangered and/or threatened species.
4. Stands or groves of trees or heritage trees.
5. Other unusual circumstances that make strict compliance with the clearance of vegetation
provisions undesirable or impractical.
15.32.250 Section 323 Added — Use of equipment.
323 Use of equipment. Except as otherwise provided in this Section, no person shall use,
operate, or cause to be operated in, upon or adjacent to any hazardous fire area any internal
combustion engine which uses hydrocarbon fuels, unless the engine is equipped with a
properly functioning spark arrester as defined in Section 323. 1, or the engine is constructed,
equipped and maintained for the prevention of fire.
Exceptions:
1. Engines used to provide motor power for trucks, truck tractors, buses, and passenger
vehicles, except motorcycles, are not subject to this Section if the exhaust system is
equipped with a muffler as defined in the Vehicle Code of the State of California.
2. Turbocharged engines are not subject to this Section if all exhausted gases pass through the
rotating turbine wheel, there is no exhaust bypass to the atmosphere, and the turbocharger
is in good mechanical condition
15.32.260 Section 323.1 Spark Arresters is hereby added as follows:
323.1 Spark arresters. Spark arresters shall comply with the
following:
1. A spark arrester is a device constructed of nonflammable material specifically for the
purpose of removing and retaining carbon and other flammable particles over 0.0232 of an
inch (0.58 mm) in size from the exhaust flow of an internal combustion engine that uses
hydrocarbon fuels or which is qualified and rated by the United States Forest Service.
2. Spark arresters affixed to the exhaust system of engines or vehicles subject to Section 322
shall not be placed or mounted in such a manner as to allow flames or heat from the
exhaust system to ignite any flammable material.
3. Chimney spark arresters shall be required in accordance with Section 305.5
15.32.270 Section 324 Added — Restricted entry.
324 Restricted entry. The fire code official shall determine and publicly announce when
hazardous fire areas are closed to entry and when such areas are again opened to entry. Entry
on and occupation of hazardous fire areas, except public roadways, inhabited areas or
established trails and camp sites which have not been closed during such time when the
hazardous fire area is closed to entry, is prohibited.
Exceptions:
1. Residents and owners of private property within hazardous fire areas and their invitees and
guests going to or being upon their lands may enter when an area is closed if given permission
by the fire code official.
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2. Entry into closed areas is allowed, in the course of duty, by peace or police officers, and
other duly authorized public officers, members of a fire department and members of the United
States Forest Service.
15.32.280 Section 325 Added — Trespassing on posted property.
325 Trespassing on posted property. When the fire code official determines that a specific
area within a hazardous fire area presents an exceptional and continuing fire danger because of
the density of natural growth, difficulty of terrain, proximity to structures or accessibility to the
public, such areas shall be closed until changed conditions warrant termination of closure. Such
areas shall be posted as provided below:
1. Signs. Approved signs prohibiting entry by unauthorized persons and referring to applicable
fire code chapters shall be placed on every closed area.
2. Trespassing. Entering and remaining within areas closed and posted is prohibited.
Exception:
Owners and tenants of private or public property within closed and posted areas, their guests or
invitees, and local, state and federal public officers and their agents acting in the course of duty
shall be allowed in such closed areas where authorized by the fire code official.
15.32.290 Section 326 Added — Sky lanterns and similar devices.
326 Sky Lanterns and similar devices. Possession or use of a sky lantern or similar device
employing a candle, flame or other potential ignition source shall be prohibited.
15.32.300 Section 503.2.1 Amended — Dimensions.
503.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less
than 20 feet (6096 mm), exclusive of shoulders, except for approved security gates in
accordance with Section 503.6, and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13 feet
6 inches (4115 mm). Street widths are to be measured from top face of curb to top face of
curb, on streets with curb and gutter, and from flow -line to flow -line on streets with rolled
curbs.
15.32.310 Section 503.2.1.1 Added — Hazardous fire areas.
503.2.1.1 Hazardous fire areas. Fire apparatus roads in hazardous fire areas shall have an
unobstructed with of not less than 28 feet (8530 mm). The width shall be maintained to an
approved point outside of the Hazardous Fire Area.
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Exception: When the road serves no more than three dwelling units and the road does not
exceed 150 feet in length, the road width may be 24 feet (7300 mm). This length may be
increased to 400 feet where serving no more than three dwelling units and all structures
accessed from the roadway are protected by automatic fire sprinklers.
15.32.315 Section 503.2.2 Added — Divided fire access roads.
503.2.2 Divided fire access roads. Divided fire access roads shall be subject to review and
approval by the fire code official. Each lane shall be a minimum width of 14 feet.
15.32.320 Section 503.6 Amended — Security gates.
503.6 Security gates. The installation of security gates across a fire apparatus access road
shall be approved by the fire chief. Where security gates are installed, they shall have an
approved means of emergency operation. The security gates and the emergency operation
shall be maintained operational at all times. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be
listed in accordance with UL 325. Gates intended for automatic operation shall be designed,
constructed and installed to comply with the requirements of ASTM F 2200.Vehicle access
gates or barriers shall be in accordance with the City of Orange Fire Master Plan Guidelines.
All electrically operated vehicle access gates shall be equipped with an automatic opening
device in addition to a key opening switch.
15.32.330 Section 505.1 Amended — Address Identification.
505.1 Address Identification. New and existing buildings shall have approved address
numbers, building numbers or approved building identification placed in a position that is
plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property. These numbers shall
contrast with their background. Where required by the fire code official, address numbers
shall be provided in additional approved locations to facilitate emergency response. Address
numbers shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical letters. Numbers shall be a minimum of 4
inches (101.6 mm) high with a minimum stroke width of 0.5 inch (12.7 mm) for R -3
occupancies. For all other occupancies, the numbers shall be a minimum of 6 inches high
with a minimum stroke width of 1 inch, and shall be approved by the fire code official.
Where access is by means of a private road and the building cannot be viewed from the
public way, a monument, pole or other sign or means shall be used to identify the structure.
Address numbers shall be maintained.
15.32.335 Section 505.1.1 Added — Building complexes.
505.1.1 Building complexes. Approved diagrammatic representations shall be positioned at
all entrances to building complexes. The diagrammatic representations shall show the
overall site, location of the viewer, buildings and units and the addresses or unit designations
within the complex, and shall be internally or externally eliminated as approved during the
hours of darkness.
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15.32.340 Section 510.1— Emergency responder radio coverage.
510.1 Emergency responder radio coverage in new buildings. All new buildings shall
have approved radio coverage for emergency responders within the building based upon the
existing coverage levels of the public safety communication systems of the jurisdiction at the
exterior of the building. This Section shall not require improvement of the existing public
safety communication systems. The Emergency responder radio coverage system shall be
installed in accordance with the City of Orange Emergency Responder Digital Radio
Guideline.
Exceptions:
1. Where it is determined by the fire code official that the radio coverage system is not
needed.
2. The fire code official shall have the authority to accept an automatically activated
emergency responder radio coverage system in facilities where emergency responder radio
coverage is required and such systems, components or equipment could have a negative
impact on normal operations of the facility.
15.32.341 Section 510.2 Deleted — Emergency responder radio coverage in existing
buildings.
15.32.342 Section 510.3 Deleted — Permit required.
15.32.343 Section 510.4 Deleted — Technical requirements.
15.32.344 Section 510.5 Deleted — Installation requirements.
15.32.345 Section 510.6 Deleted — Maintenance
15.32.350 Section 606.10.2 Amended — Manual Operation
606.10.2 Manual Operation. An automatic emergency stop feature shall be provided in
accordance with Sections 606.10.2.1 and 606.10.2.2, and shall be capable of manual operation.
The manual valves shall be located in an approved location immediately outside of the
machinery room, in a secure metal box or equivalent and marked as "Emergency Controls."
15.32.360 Section 608.1 Amended — Scope.
608.1 Scope. Stationary storage battery systems having an electrolyte capacity of more than
50 gallons (189 L) for flooded lead acid, nickel cadmium (Ni -Cd) and valve - regulated lead
acid (VRLA), or 1,000 pounds (454 kg) for lithium -ion and lithium metal polymer, used for
facility standby power, emergency power or uninterruptible power supplies shall comply
with this Section and Table 608.1. Indoor charging systems for electric carts /cars with more
than 50 gallons (189 L) aggregate quantity shall comply with Section 608.10.
15.32.370 Section 608.10 Added — Indoor charging of electric carts /cars.
608.10 Indoor charging of electric carts /cars. Indoor charging of electric carts /cars where
the combined volume of all battery electrolyte exceeds 50 gallons shall comply with
following:
1. Spill control and neutralization shall be provided and comply with Section 608.5.
2. Room ventilation shall be provided and comply with Section 608.6.1
3. Signage shall be provided and comply with Section 608.7.1
4. Smoke detection shall be provided and comply with Section 907.2
15.32.380 Section 901.6.1.1 Added — Maintenance of smoke alarms in apartment
buildings
901.6.1.1 Maintenance of smoke alarms in apartment buildings. Installation and
maintenance of smoke alarms in apartment buildings shall conform to the following:
1. Apartment building owners shall supply, install, test and
maintain all required smoke alarms before renting to a new
tenant. The amount and types of smoke alarms shall
conform to the California Building Code in effect at the time
of building construction and requirements for existing
buildings.
2. The tenant shall be responsible for testing of all required
smoke alarms in accordance with manufacturer instructions
in his or her respective dwelling unit. Within 60 days of the
first of each year, the owner shall request each tenant for the
status of all smoke alarms.
3. Within 10 days of receiving the smoke alarm status request,
and in no event later than March 10 of each year, each tenant
shall notify the owner, in writing, on a form provided by the
owner, of the condition of each required smoke alarm
installed in the dwelling unit.
4. Upon receipt of a written notice from a tenant that a smoke
alarm is in need of maintenance or replacement, the owner
shall perform such maintenance as is necessary within 10
days of receipt of such notification.
5. The hotel or apartment owner shall maintain records of
compliance for a period of three years from March 10 of
each year.
15.32.390 Section 903.2 Amended — Where required.
903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in buildings and structures
shall be provided when one of the following conditions exists.
1. New buildings: Notwithstanding any applicable provisions of Sections
903.2.1 through 903.2.19, all buildings shall be protected throughout by an
automatic fire sprinkler system when the total building area exceeds 5,000
square feet in Types I, II, III and IV construction, and 3000 square feet in
Type V construction as defined in the California Building Code, regardless of
fire areas or allowable area.
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Exceptions:
1. Buildings with areas reduced to less than that requiring fire sprinklers
using 3 -hour minimum rated fire walls constructed in accordance
with the California Building Code Chapter 7.
2. Open parking garages, fences, retaining walls, towers classified as
Group U occupancies, and tanks.
2. Existing Buildings: Notwithstanding any applicable provisions of this code,
an existing building shall be protected throughout by an automatic fire
sprinkler system when the building meets the conditions for required
automatic fire sprinkler protection throughout, and one or more of the
following conditions occurs:
a. An increase in area is made to the building,
Exception: Buildings housing Group R -3 fire occupancies shall be
protected throughout by an automatic fire sprinkler system when the area
of the building is increased, resulting in an area exceeding 5,000 square
feet.
b. A change is made to the occupancy classification and use of the building
which increases the level of hazard as determined by the fire code official,
or
c. A significant modification is made to the building, or a modification
impacts the structural system of the building as determined by the fire
code official.
15.32.400 Section 903.3.5.3 Added — Hydraulically calculated systems.
903.3.5.3 Hydraulically calculated systems. The design of hydraulically calculated fire
sprinkler systems shall not exceed 90% of the water supply capacity. The capacity shall be
calculated using a combination of the following criteria:
1. The lower of the following:
a. the lowest water supply capacity determined by the water purveyor serving
the closest fire hydrant serving the address in the last consecutive three years.
b. the lowest water supply flow test conducted in accordance with National
Fire Protection Association (NFPA) within the last 12 calendar months.
2. Subtraction of the head pressure of the tallest tank supplying water to the fire
hydrant flowing water, assuming the tank is full at the time of the test and empty at the
time of fire sprinkler activation.
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15.32.410 Section 903.4 Amended — Sprinkler system supervision and alarms.
903.4 Sprinkler system supervision and alarms. All valves controlling the water supply for
automatic sprinkler systems, pumps, tanks, water levels and temperatures, critical air
pressures and water -flow switches on all sprinkler systems shall be electrically supervised by
a listed fire alarm control unit.
1. Automatic sprinkler systems protecting one- and two - family dwellings.
2. Limited area systems serving fewer than 20 sprinklers.
3. Automatic sprinkler systems installed in accordance with NFPA 13R where a
common supply main is used to supply both domestic water and the automatic
sprinkler system, and a separate shutoff valve for the automatic sprinkler system
is not provided.
4. Jockey pump control valves that are sealed or locked in the open position.
5. Valves controlling the fuel supply to fire pump engines that are sealed or locked
in the open position.
6. Trim valves to pressure switches in dry, preaction and deluge sprinkler systems
that are sealed or locked in the open position.
15.32.415 Section 903.4.3 Added — Locking of control valves.
903.4.3 Locking of control valves. All valves required to be electrically supervised by this
section shall also be sealed or locked in the position of normal operation.
15.32.420 Section 905.4 Amended — Location of Class I standpipe hose connections is
hereby amended by adding item 7 as follows:
7. The centerline of the 2.5 inch (63.5 mm) outlet shall be no less than 18 inches
457.2 mm) and no more than 24 inches above the finished floor.
15.32.430 Section 907.2.13 Amended — High -rise buildings.
907.2.13 High -rise buildings and Group I -2 occupancies having occupied floors located
more than -75 55 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access. High -rise
buildings and Group I -2 occupancies having occupied floors located more than 7-S 55 feet
above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access shall be provided with an automatic
smoke detection system in accordance with Section 907.2.13.1, a fire department
communication system in accordance with Section 907.2.13.2 and an emergency voice /alarm
communication system in accordance with Section 907.6.2.2.
Exceptions:
1. Airport traffic control towers in accordance with Section 907.2.22 and Section 412 of the
California Building Code.
2. Open parking garages in accordance with Section 406.5 of the California Building Code.
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3. Buildings with an occupancy in Group A -5 in accordance with Section 303.1 of the
California Building Code.
4. Low - hazard special occupancies in accordance with Section 503. 1.1 of the California
Building Code.
5. In Group I -2 and R -2.1 occupancies, the alarm shall sound at a constantly attended
location and occupant notification shall be broadcast by the emergency voice /alarm
communication system
15.32.440 Section 907.3.1 Amended — Duct smoke detectors.
907.3.1 Duct smoke detectors. Smoke detectors installed in ducts shall be listed for the air
velocity, temperature and humidity present in the duct. Duct smoke detectors shall be
connected to the building's fire alarm control unit when a fire alarm system is installed.
Activation of a duct smoke detector shall initiate a visible and audible supervisory signal at a
constantly attended location and shall perform the intended fire safety function in accordance
with this code and the California Mechanical Code. Duct smoke detectors shall not be used
as a substitute for required open area detection.
Exception: In occupancies not required to be equipped with a fire alarm system, actuation of
a smoke detector shall activate a visible and an audible signal in an approved location.
Smoke detector trouble conditions shall activate a visible or audible signal in an approved
location and shall be identified as air duct detector trouble.
15.32.450 Section 907.5.2.2 Amended — Emergency voice /alarm communication systems.
907.5.2.2 Emergency voice /alarm communication systems. Emergency voice /alarm
communication systems required by this code shall be designed and installed in accordance
with NFPA 72. The operation of any automatic fire detector, sprinkler waterflow device or
manual fire alarm box shall automatically sound an alert tone followed by voice instructions
giving approved information and directions for a general or staged evacuation in accordance
with the building's fire safety and evacuation plans required by Section 404. In high -rise
buildings and Group I -2 occupancies having occupied floors located more than 55 feet above
the lowest level of fire department vehicle access, the system shall operate on a minimum of
the alarming floor, the floor above and the floor below. Speakers shall be provided
throughout the building by paging zones. At a minimum, paging zones shall be provided as
follows:
1. Elevator groups.
2. Exit stairways.
3. Each floor.
4. Areas of refuge as defined in Chapter 2.
5. Dwelling units in apartment houses.
6. Hotel guest rooms or suites.
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Exception: In Group I -2 and R-2. I occupancies, the alarm shall sound in a constantly
attended area and a general occupant notification shall be broadcast over the overhead page.
15.32.460 Section 907.6.3.2 Amended — High -rise buildings.
907.6.3.2 High -rise buildings. High -rise buildings and Group I -2 occupancies having
occupied floors located more than 55 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle
access, a separate zone by floor shall be provided for all of the following types of alarm -
initiating devices where provided:
1. Smoke detectors.
2. Sprinkler water -flow devices.
3. Manual fire alarm boxes
4. Other approved types of automatic detection devices or suppression systems.
15.32.470 Section 907.6.5.4 Added — Monitoring of fire- extinguishing systems.
907.6.5.4 Monitoring of fire- extinguishing systems. Where a building fire alarm or
monitoring system is installed, automatic fire - extinguishing systems shall be monitored by
the building fire alarm or monitoring system in accordance with NFPA 72.
15.32.480 Section 2808.2 Amended — Storage site.
2808.2 Storage site. Storage sites shall be level and on solid ground or other all- weather
surface. Sites shall be thoroughly cleaned and approval from the fire code official obtained
before transferring products to the site.
15.32.490 Section 2808.3 Amended — Size of piles.
2808.3 Size of piles. Piles shall not exceed 15 feet (4572 mm) in height, 50 feet (15 240 mm)
in width and 100 feet (30 480 mm) in length.
15.32.500 Section 2808.7 Amended — Pile fire protection.
2808.7 Pile fire protection. Automatic sprinkler protection shall be provided in conveyor
tunnels and combustible enclosures that pass under a pile. Combustible conveyor systems
and enclosed conveyor systems shall be equipped with an approved automatic sprinkler
system. Oscillating sprinklers with a sufficient projectile reach are required to maintain a
40% to 60% moisture content and wet down burning /smoldering areas.
15.32.510 Section 2808.9 Amended — Material- handling equipment.
2808.9 Material - handling equipment. All material handling equipment operated by an
internal combustion engine shall be provided and maintained with an approved spark
arrester. Approved material - handling equipment shall be available for moving wood chips,
hogged material, wood fines and raw product during fire- fighting operations.
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15.32.520 Section 2808.11 Added — Temperature control.
2808.11 Temperature control. The temperature shall be monitored and maintained as
specified in Sections 2808.11.1 and 2808.11.2.
15.32.530 Section 2808.11.1 Added — Pile temperature control.
2808.11.1 Pile temperature control. Piles shall be rotated when the internal temperature
readings are in excess of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
15.32.540 Section 2808.11.2 Added — New material temperature control.
2808.11.2 New material temperature control. New loads delivered to the facility shall be
inspected and tested at the facility entry prior to taking delivery. Material with temperature
exceeding 165 degrees Fahrenheit shall not be accepted on the site. New loads shall be
monitored to verify that the temperature remains stable.
15.32.550 Section 4906.3 Amended — Hazardous vegetation and fuel management
requirements.
4906.3 Requirements. Hazardous vegetation and fuels around all applicable buildings and
structures shall be maintained in accordance with the following laws and regulations:
1. Public Resources Code, Section 4291.
2. California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 1.5, Chapter 7, Subchapter 3,
Section 1299 (see guidance for implementation "General Guideline to Create
Defensible Space ").
3. California Government Code, Section 51182.
4. California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, Chapter 7, Subchapter 1,
Section 3.07.
5. Orange City Fire Department Vegetation Management Guidelines.
15.32.560 Section 4908 Added — Fuel modification requirements for new construction.
4908 Fuel modification requirements for new construction. All new buildings to be built or
installed in hazardous fire areas shall comply with the following:
1. Preliminary fuel modification plans shall be submitted to and approved by the fire code
official concurrent with the submittal for approval of any tentative map.
2. Final fuel modification plans shall be submitted to and approved by the fire code
official prior to the issuance of a grading permit.
a. The fuel modification plan shall include provisions for the maintenance of the fuel
modification for perpetuity.
3. The fuel modification plans shall meet the criteria set forth in the Fuel Modification
Section of the Orange City Fire Department Vegetation Management Guidelines.
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4. The fuel modification plan may be altered if conditions change. Any alterations to the
fuel modification areas shall have prior approval from the fire code official.
5. All elements of the fuel modification plan shall be maintained in accordance with the
approved plan and are subject to the enforcement process outlined in the Fire Code.
15.32.570 Section 5001.5.1 Amended — Hazardous Materials Management Plan
HMMP)
5001.5.1 Hazardous Materials Management Plan (HMMP). Where required by the fire
code official, and application for a permit shall include an HMMP. The application shall be
submitted by March 1 of each year or as required by the fire code official. The HMMP shall
include a facility site plan designating the following:
1. Access to each storage and use area.
2. Location of emergency equipment.
3. Location where liaison will meet emergency responders.
4. Facility evacuation meeting point locations.
5. The general purpose of other areas within the building.
6. Location of all above - ground and underground tanks and their appurtenances
including, but not limited to, sumps, vaults, below -grade treatment systems and
piping.
7. The hazard classes in each area.
8. Locations of all control areas and Group H occupancies.
9. Emergency exits.
For SFM] The HMMP shall comply with Health and Safety Code, Chapter 6.95, Sections
25500 through 25545, and Title 19, Division 2, Chapter 4.
15.32.580 Section 5001.5.2 Amended — Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement
HMIS).
5001.5.2 Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement (HMIS). Where required by the fire
code official, an application for a permit shall include an HMIS. The HMIS shall be
submitted by March 1 of each year or as required by the fire code official, and shall include
the following information:
1. Product Name
2. Component
3. Chemical Abstract Service (CAS) number
4. Location where stored or used.
5. Container size
6. Hazard classification
7. Amount in storage
8. Amount in use - closed systems
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9. Amount in use -open systems.
For SFM] The HMIS shall comply with Health and Safety Code, Chapter 6.95, Sections
25500 through 25545, and Title 19, Division 2, Chapter 4.
15.32.590 Table 5003.1.1(1) Amended — Maximum allowable quantity per control area
of hazardous materials posing a physical hazard is hereby amended by deleting Footnote
K without replacement as follows:
15.32.600 Section 5003.1.1.1 Added — Extremely hazardous substances.
5003.1.1.1 Extremely hazardous substances. No person shall use or store any amount of
extremely hazardous substances (EHS) in excess of the disclosable amounts (see Health and
Safety Code Section 25500 et al) in a residentially zoned or residentially developed property.
15.32.610 Section 5004.12 Amended — Noncombustible floor.
5004.12 Noncombustible floor: Except for surfacing, floors of storage areas shall be of
noncombustible, liquid tight construction.
15.32.620 Section 5601.2 Added — Retail fireworks.
5601.2 Retail fireworks. The storage, use, sale, possession, and handling of fireworks 1.4G
commonly referred to as Safe & Sane) and fireworks 1.3G is prohibited.
Exception: Fireworks 1.4G and fireworks 1.3G may be part of an electrically fired public
display when permitted and conducted by a licensed pyrotechnic operator
15.32.630 Section 5601.3 Added — Seizure of fireworks.
5601.3 Seizure of Fireworks. The fire code official shall have the authority to seize, take,
remove all fireworks stored, sold, offered for sale, used or handled in violation of the
provisions of Title 19 CCR, Chapter 6. Any seizure or removal pursuant to this Section shall
be in compliance with all applicable statutory, constitutional, and decisional law.
15.32.640 Section 5602 Added — Explosives prohibited.
5602 Explosives prohibited. The manufacture, sale, possession, storage, handling and use of
explosives as defined in the California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Chapter 10, Section
1553 is prohibited.
Exceptions:
1. Explosives used as permitted by Orange Municipal Code Chapter 15.34, Blasting
Permits.
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2. Handled loading of small arms ammunition performed in accordance with Orange
Municipal Code Chapter 15.32 for personal use.
15.32.650 Section 5608.1 Amended — General.
5608.1 General. Outdoor fireworks displays, use of pyrotechnics before a proximate
audience and pyrotechnic special effects in theatrical and group entertainment productions
shall comply with California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, Chapter 6 Fireworks,
the Orange City Fire Department Guidelines for Public Fireworks Displays, and with the
conditions of the permit as approved by the fire code official.
15.32.660 Section 5608.2 Added — Firing.
5608.2 Firing. All fireworks displays shall be electrically fired.
15.32.665 Section 5704.2.9.6.1 Amended — Location where above - ground tanks are
prohibited.
5704.2.9.6.1 Location where above - ground tanks are prohibited. Above - ground tanks
shall be prohibited except for the following locations:
1. M -1 or M -2 zones as established by the Planning Division of the City of Orange
Community Development Department, and
2. As approved by the fire code official.
15.32.670 Section 5704.2.11 Amended — Underground tanks
5704.2.11 Underground tanks. Underground storage of flammable and combustible liquids
in tanks shall comply with this Section, the applicable Sections of Chapter 50, and California
Health and Safety Code (H &SC) Ch. 6.7.
15.32.680 Section 6004.2.2.7 Amended — Treatment systems.
6004.2.2.7 Treatment Systems. The exhaust ventilation from gas cabinets, exhausted
enclosures and gas rooms, and local exhaust systems required in Sections 6004.2.2.4 and
6004.2.2.5 shall be directed to a treatment system. The treatment system shall be utilized to
handle the accidental release of gas and to process exhaust ventilation. The treatment system
shall be designed in accordance with Sections 6004.2.2.7.1 through 6004.2.2.7.5 and Chapter
5 of the California Mechanical Code.
Exceptions:
1 Toxic gases — storage /use. Treatment systems are not required for toxic gases supplied by
cylinders or portable tanks not exceeding 1,700 pounds (772 kg) water capacity when the
following are provided:
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1.1 A listed or approved gas detection system with a sensing interval not exceeding 5
minutes.
1.2. For storage, valve outlets are equipped with gas -tight outlet plugs or caps.
1.3 For use, a listed and approved automatic - closing fail -safe valve located immediately
adjacent to cylinder valves. The fail -safe valve shall close when gas is detected at the
permissible exposure limit (PEL) by a gas detection system monitoring the exhaust system at
the point of discharge from the gas cabinet, exhausted enclosure, ventilated enclosure or gas
room. The gas detection system shall comply with Section 6004.2.2.10.
15.32.690 Ch. 80, Standard 13 -13 Section 6.8.3 Amended — Fire department connections
6.8.3 Fire department connections (FDC) shall be of an approved type. The FDC shall contain
a minimum of two 2 '/2 inlets. The location shall be approved and be no more than 40 feet
from a fire hydrant, and at least 40 feet from the building it supplies unless otherwise approved
by the fire code official. The size of piping and the number of inlets shall be approved by the
fire code official. If acceptable to the water purveyor, it may be installed on the backflow
assembly. Fire department inlet connections shall be painted "OSHA safety red." Four 2 ' / 2"
inlets shall be provided when the automatic fire sprinkler system design (including system -
supplied fire hose stream demand) requires 500 gpm or greater.
15.32.700 Ch. 80, Standard 13 -13, Section 8.3.3.1 Amended — Spec buildings.
8.3.3.1. When fire sprinkler systems are installed in shell buildings of undetermined use (Spec
Buildings) other than warehouses (S occupancies), fire sprinklers of the quick - response type
shall be used. Use is considered undetermined if a specific tenant /occupant is not identified at
the time the fire sprinkler plan is submitted. Sprinklers in light hazard occupancies shall be
one of the following:
1) Quick - response type as defined in 3.6.4.7
2) Residential sprinklers in accordance with the requirements of 8.4.5
3) Standard - response sprinklers used for modifications or additions to existing light hazard
systems equipped with standard - response sprinklers
4) Standard - response sprinklers used where individual standard - response sprinklers are replaced
in existing light hazard systems
15.32.710 Ch. 80, Standard 13 -13, Section 11.1.1.2 Added — Spec building sprinkler
density
11.1.1.2 When fire sprinkler systems are required in buildings of undetermined use other
than warehouses, they shall be designed and installed to have a fire sprinkler density of not
less than that required for an Ordinary Hazard Group 2 use, with no reduction(s) in density or
design area. Warehouse fire sprinkler systems shall be designed to Figure 16.2.1.3.2 (d)
curve "G ". Use is considered undetermined if a specific tenant /occupant is not identified at
the time the sprinkler plan is submitted. Where a subsequent occupancy requires a system
with greater capability, it shall be the responsibility of the occupant to upgrade the system to
the required density for the new occupancy.
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15.32.720 Ch. 80, Standard 13R -13, Section 6.16.1 Amended — Local water flow alarm
6.16.1 A local water -flow alarm shall be provided on all sprinkler systems and shall be
connected to the building fire alarm or water -flow monitoring system where provided.
15.32.730 Ch. 80, Standard 13D -13, Section 4.1.3 Added — Spare sprinkler heads.
4.1.3 Stock of Spare Sprinklers
15.32.740 Ch. 80, Standard 13D -13, Section 4.1.3.1 Added — Number of spare heads
4.1.3.1. A supply of at least two sprinklers for each type shall be maintained on the premises
so that any sprinklers that have operated or been damaged in any way can be promptly
replaced.
15.32.750 Ch. 80, Standard 13D -13, Section 4.1.3.2 Added — Temperature ratings.
4.1.3.2 The sprinklers shall correspond to the types and temperature ratings of the sprinklers
in the property.
15.32.760 Ch. 80, Standard 13D -13, Section 4.1.3.3 Added — Spare head cabinet.
4.1.3.3 The sprinklers shall be kept in a cabinet located where the temperature to which they
are subjected will at no time exceed 100 ° F (38 ° C).
15.32.770 Ch. 80, Standard 13D -13, Section 4.1.3.4 Added — Spare sprinkler wrench.
4.1.3.4 A special sprinkler wrench shall be provided and kept in the cabinet to be used in the
removal and installation of sprinklers. One sprinkler wrench shall be provided for each type
of sprinkler installed.
15.32.780 Ch. 80, Standard 13D -13, Section 7.1.2 Amended — Separate control valve.
7.1.2 The system piping shall not have a separate control valve unless supervised by a central
station, proprietary, or remote station alarm service.
15.32.790 Ch. 80, Standard 14 -13, Section 7.3.1.1 Replaced — Standpipe inlet heights.
7.3.1.1 Class I and III Standpipe hose connections shall be unobstructed and shall be located
not less than 18 inches or more than 24 inches above the finished floor. Class II Standpipe
hose connections shall be unobstructed and shall be located not less than 3 feet or more than
5 feet above the finished floor.
15.32.800 Ch. 80, Standard 24 -13, Section 6.2.1.1 Added — Indicating valve color.
6.2.1.1 The closest upstream indicating valve to the riser shall be painted "OSHA safety red."
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15.32.810 Ch. 80, Standard 24 -13, Section 6.2.11 (5) Amended — Control valves.
5) Control Valves installed in a fire -rated room accessible from the exterior.
6) Control valves in a fire -rated stair enclosure accessible from the exterior as permitted by the
authority having jurisdiction.
15.32.820 Ch. 80, Standard 24 -13, Section 6.3.3 Added — Post indicator valve color
Section 6.3.3 All post indicator valves controlling fire suppression water supplies shall be
painted "OSHA safety red."
15.32.830 Ch. 80, Standard 24 -13, Section 10.1.6.3 Added — Ferrous pipe.
10.1.6.3 All ferrous pipe shall be coated and wrapped. Joints shall be coated and wrapped after
assembly. All fittings shall be protected with a loose 8 -mil polyethylene tube. The ends of the
tube shall extend past the joint by a minimum of 12 inches and be sealed with 2 inch wide tape
approved for underground use. Galvanizing does not meet the requirements of this Section.
Exception: 304 or 316 Stainless Steel pipe and fittings
15.32.840 Ch. 80, Standard 24 -13, Section 10.3.6.2 Amended — Bolted joint accessories.
10.3.5.2 All bolted joint accessories shall be cleaned and thoroughly coated with asphalt or
other corrosion- retarding material, prior to poly -tube, and after installation.
Exception: Bolted joint accessories made from 304 or 316 stainless steel.
15.32.850 Ch. 80, Standard 24 -13, Section 10.3.6.3 Added — Pipe -joint assembly
10.3.5.3 All bolts used in pipe joint assembly shall be 316 stainless steel.
15.32.860 Ch. 80, Standard 24 -13, Section 10.6.3.1 Replaced — Under - building runs.
10.6.3.1 Where fire service mains enter the building adjacent to the foundation, -the pipe may
run under a building to a maximum of 24 inches, as measured from the interior face of the
exterior wall to the center of the vertical pipe. The pipe under the building or building
foundation shall be 304 or 316 stainless steel and shall not contain mechanical joints or it
shall comply with 10.6.2.
15.32.870 Ch. 80, Standard 24 -13, Section 10.6.4 Amended — Pipe under footings.
10.6.4 Pipe joints shall not be located under foundation footings. The pipe under the building
or building foundation shall be 304 or 316 stainless steel and shall not contain mechanical
joints.
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15.32.875 Section B105.2 Amended — Buildings other than one- and two - family
dwellings.
B105.2 Buildings other than one- and two - family dwellings. The minimum fire -flow and
flow duration for buildings other than one- and two - family dwellings shall be specified in
Table B 105.1.
Exceptions:
1. A reduction in required fire flow of up to 50 %, as approved, is allowed when the
building is provided with an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in
accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2. The resulting fire flow shall not be
less than 1,500 gallons per minute for the prescribed duration as specified in table
B105.1.
2. [SFM] Group B, S -2 and U occupancies having a floor area not exceeding 1000
square feet, primarily constructed of noncombustible exterior walls with wood or
steel roof framing, having a class A roof assembly, with uses limited to the following
or similar uses:
2.1 California State Parks buildings of an accessory nature (restrooms).
2.2 Safety roadside rest areas (SRRA) public restrooms.
2.3 Truck inspection facilities (TIF) CHP office space and vehicle inspection bays.
2.4 Sand /salt storage buildings, storage of sand and salt.
15.32.880 Appendix C, Section C101.1 Amended — Scope
C101.1 Scope. Fire hydrants shall be provided in accordance with this appendix for the
protection of buildings, or portions of buildings, hereafter constructed. Fire hydrants located
in the public way which are connected to the City of Orange Water Department water system
shall comply with City of Orange Water Department distribution requirements when
approved by the fire code official.
SECTION II
Severability — Should any sentence, section clause, part or provision of this ordinance
be declared invalid, the same shall not affect the validity of the ordinance as a whole or any
other part thereof.
SECTION III
Savings Clause — Neither the adoption of this ordinance nor the amendment hereby of
any other ordinance of this City shall in any manner affect the prosecution for violations of
ordinances, which violations were committed prior to the effective date hereof, nor to be
construed as a waiver of any license or penalty or the penal provisions applicable to any
violation thereof. The provisions of this ordinance, insofar as they are substantially the same
as ordinance provisions previously adopted by the City related to the same subject matter,
shall be constructed as restatements and continuations, and not as new enactments.
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SECTION IV:
A summary of this Ordinance shall be published and a certified copy of the full text
of this Ordinance shall be posted in the Office of the City Clerk at least five (5) days prior to
the City Council meetings at which this Ordinance is to be adopted. A summary of this
Ordinance shall also be published once within fifteen (15) days after this Ordinance's
passage in a newspaper of general circulation, published, and circulated in the City Council
members voting for and against the Ordinance in accordance with Government Code Section
36933. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days from and after the date of its final
passage.
ADOPTED this 26 day of November, 2013.
ATTEST:
Teresa mith, Mayor, City of Orange
Mary E. Mu y, ity Clerk, Cit o r e
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF ORANGE
CITY OF ORANGE
I, Mary E. Murphy, City Clerk of the City of Orange, California, do hereby certify
that the foregoing Ordinance was introduced at the regular meeting of the City Council held
on the 12 day of November, 2013, and thereafter at the regular meeting of said City Council
duly held on the 26 day of November, 2013, was duly passed and adopted by the following
vote, to wit:
AYES:COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES:COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT:COUNCILMEMBERS:
Alvarez, Whitaker, Smith, Murphy
None
None
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: Bilodeau
Mary E. Mu , City Clerk, Ci of Orange
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