HomeMy WebLinkAboutORD 17-25 ADOPTING AND AMENDING THE 2025 CA WILDLAND URBAN INTERFACE AND FIRE CODESORDINANCE 17-25
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ORANGE ADDING AND AMENDING CHAPTER 15.31,
CITY OF ORANGE WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE
CODE, AND DELETING CHAPTER 15.32, CITY OF
ORANGE FIRE CODE, IN ITS ENTIRETY AND ADDING
CHAPTER 15.32, ADOPTING AND AMENDING THE 2025
CALIFORNIA CODES AND PORTIONS OF THE 2024
INTERNATIONAL CODES AS THE CITY OF ORANGE
WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE AND 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 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code and 2025 California Fire Code; and
WHEREAS,the City is subject to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code and Fire
Code,as written,effective January 1,2026 unless the City adopts amendments to said Codes,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 Wildland-Urban Interface Code and Fire Code based on
local topographical, climactic and geographical conditions in Resolution No. 11638; and
NOW,THEREFORE,the City Council of the City of Orange does ordain as follows:
SECTION I:
Chapter 15.31, City of Orange Wildland-Urban Interface Code, is added in its entirety,
adopting the 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, as copyrighted in 2025 by the
International Code Council and the California Building Standards Commission, is hereby added
to read as follows:
Chapter 15.31 CITY OF ORANGE WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE
15.31.010 Adoption by Reference.
The City Council adopts by reference the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code,2025 Edition,
as copyrighted by the International Code Council and California Building Standards Commission,
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 code has been and is now on file in
the office of the City Clerk, and the code is 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 City Wildland-Urban
Interface Code.
15.31.020 Amendments to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code.
The following sections of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, 2025 Edition are
amended, modified or altered as follows:
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Orange City Wildland-Urban Interface Code,
hereinafter referred to as "this code."
101.3.1 Application. New buildings in any Fire Hazard Severity Zone or Wildland-Urban
Interface (WUI) Fire Area designated by the enforcing agency constructed after the application
date shall comply with the provisions of this code and comply with Orange City Fire Department
Guideline "Vegetation Management Guideline — Technical Design for New Construction Fuel
Modification Plans and Maintenance Program." This shall include all new buildings with
residential, commercial, educational, institutional or similar occupancy type use, which shall be
referred to in this code as"applicable buildings,"as well as new buildings and structures accessory
to those applicable buildings.
Exceptions:
1. Group U occupancy accessory buildings of any size located at least 50 feet from an
applicable building on the same lot.
2. Group U occupancy agricultural buildings, as defined in Section 202 of the California
Building Code of any size located at least 50 feet from an applicable building.
3. Group C occupancy special buildings conforming to the limitations specified in Section
450.4.1 of the Californian Building Code.
4. New accessory buildings and miscellaneous structures specified in Section 504.11 shall
comply only with the requirements of that section.
5. Additions to and remodels of buildings originally constructed prior to July 1, 2008, where
the exterior building elements of the structure are not affected.
103.1 Creation of agency. The Orange City Fire Department is hereby created and the official in
charge thereof shall be known as the code official. The function of the agency shall be the
implementation, administration of the provisions of this code.
103.2 Appointment. The fire code official shall be appointed by the fire chief and may be
removed at any time.
106.5 Fire protection plan. Where required by the code official pursuant to Section 602, a fire
protection plan complying with Orange City Fire Department Guideline"Vegetation Management
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Guideline — Technical Design for new Construction Fuel Modification Plans and Maintenance
Program" shall be prepared and shall be submitted to the code official for review and approval as
part of the plans required for a permit.
109.3.7 Violation penalties. Persons who shall violate a provision of this code or shall fail to
comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall 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 prosecuted in accordance with
Chapter 1.08 of the Orange Municipal Code. Each day that a violation continues shall be deemed
a separate offense.
401.1 Scope. Wildland-urban interface areas shall be provided with emergency vehicle access and
water supply in accordance with this chapter, the City of Orange Fire Code and Orange City Fire
Department Guideline"Fire Master Plan for Commercial & Residential Development."
603.2 Application. All new plantings of vegetation in State Responsibility Areas(SRA)and Local
Responsibility Areas(LRA)designated as a Fire Hazard Severity Zone shall comply with Sections
603.3 through 603.4.2.1, and Orange City Fire Department Guideline "Vegetation Management
Guideline — Technical Design for New Construction Fuel Modification Plans and Maintenance
Program."
603.5 Fuel Modification Requirements for New Construction. All new buildings to be built or
installed in a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone shall comply with the following:
1. Preliminary fuel modification plans shall be submitted to and approved by the fire code official
prior to or concurrently with the 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.
3. The fuel modification plans shall meet the criteria set forth in the Fuel Modification Section of
Orange City Fire Department Guideline "Vegetation Management Guideline — Technical
Design for New Construction Fuel Modification Plans and Maintenance Program."
4. The fuel modification plan shall include provisions for the maintenance of the fuel modification
in perpetuity.
5. 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.
6. 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.
604.3 Requirements. Hazardous vegetation and fuels around all applicable buildings and
structure shall be maintained in accordance with the following laws and regulations:
1. Public Resources Code, Section 4291.
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2. California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 1.5, Chapter 7, Subchapter 3, Section
1299.03.
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 Guideline "Vegetation Management Guideline — Technical
Design for New Construction Fuel Modification Plans and Maintenance Program."
SECTION II:
Chapter 15.32, City of Orange Fire Code, is deleted in its entirety and is hereby replaced
with Chapter 15.32, adopting the 2025 California Fire Code including appendices B, BB, C, CC,
and H as copyrighted in 2025 by the International Code Council and the California Building
Standards Commission, 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,2025 Edition,including appendices
B, BB, C, CC, and H as copyrighted by the International Code Council and California Building
Standards Commission, 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 code
has been and is now on file in the office of the City Clerk, and the code is 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
City Fire Code.
15.32.020 Amendments to the 2025 California Fire Code.
The following sections of the California Fire Code, 2025 Edition are amended, modified
or altered as follows:
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Orange City Fire Code, hereinafter referred
to as"this code."
103.1 Creation of agency. [Amended] The Orange City Fire Department is hereby created and
the official in charge of the Fire Prevention Bureau thereof shall be known as the fire code official.
The function of the agency shall be the implementation, administration, and enforcement of the
provisions of this code.
103.2 Appointment. [Amended] The fire code official shall be appointed by the fire chief and
may be removed at any time.
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105.1.1 Permits required. [Amended]A property owner or owner's authorized agent who intends
to conduct an operation or business,or install or modify systems and equipment that are regulated
by this code, or to cause any such work to be performed, shall first make application to the fire
code official and obtain the required permit. The permit 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.
105.5.18 Flammable and combustible liquids. [Adopt all subsections including amended
sections] An operational permit is required:
10. To engage in the dispensing of liquid fuels into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles at
commercial,industrial,governmental,or manufacturing establishments in accordance with
Section 5706.5.4.
11. To utilize a site for the dispensing of liquid fuels from tank vehicles into the fuel tanks of
motor vehicles, marine craft, and other special equipment at commercial, industrial,
governmental, or manufacturing establishments in accordance with Section 5706.5.4.
105.5.33 Miscellaneous combustible storage. [Amended] An operational permit is required to
store in any building or upon any premises in excess of 2,500 cubic feet gross volume of
combustible empty packing cases,boxes,barrels or similar containers,combustible pallets,rubber
tires, rubber, cork, green waste, composting, yard waste, or similar combustible material.
105.5.42 Plant extraction systems. [Deleted]
105.5.58 Mobile fueling of hydrogen-fueled vehicles. [Deleted]
105.5.60 Day-care. [Added] An operational permit is required to operate a day-care center.
105.5.61 Mid-rise buildings. [Added] An operational permit is required to operate a mid-rise
building.
105.5.62 High-rise buildings. [Added] An operational permit is required to operate a high-rise
building.
105.5.63 Safe and sane fireworks sales. [Added] An operational permit is required to operate a
temporary fireworks stand in accordance with Orange Municipal Code, Chapter 8.13.
105.6.18 Plant extraction systems. [Deleted]
106.2.1 Information on construction documents. [Amended] Construction documents shall be
drawn to scale in digital format. Plans shall be submitted through the Civic Portal in accordance
with the City of Orange Building Division 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 that it will conform to the provisions of this code and relevant laws, ordinances,
rules and regulations as determined by the fire code official.
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113.2.1 Fire and life safety hazards. [Added] Persons operating, maintaining or controlling any
building,occupancy,facility,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.
113.4 Violation penalties. [Amended] Persons who shall violate a provision of this code or shall
fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall 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 prosecuted in accordance with
Chapter 1.08 of the Orange Municipal Code. Each day that a violation continues shall be deemed
a separate offense.
203 General Definitions [Amended]
FLOW-LINE. [Added] 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. [Added] Includes all areas identified within the California
Wildland-Urban Interface Code 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.
MID-RISE BUILDING. [Added] Every building of any type of construction or occupancy,when
originally constructed with high-rise conditions under local ordinance at the time of construction,
having floors used for human occupancy located between 55 feet and 75 feet above the lowest
floor level having building access.
SPARK ARRESTOR. [Added] A listed device constructed of noncombustible material
specifically for the purpose of meeting one of the following conditions:
1. Removing and retaining carbon and other flammable particles/debris from the exhaust flow of
an internal combustion engine in accordance with California Vehicle Code Section 38366.
2. Removing and retaining carbon and other flammable particles/debris from fireplaces that burn
solid fuel in accordance with California Building Code Chapters 21 or 28.
304.1.3 Vegetation. [Amended] Weeds, grass, vines and other growth that is capable of being
ignited and endangering property, within the scope of Orange City Fire Department Guidelines,
shall be cut, thinned, or removed by the owner or occupant of the premises. Vegetation clearance
requirements in wildland-urban interface areas shall be in accordance with the Orange City
Wildland-Urban Interface Code. Types, amounts, arrangement, and maintenance of vegetation in
a fuel modification area,interior slope,or similarly hazardous fire area shall be in accordance with
the Orange City Fire Department Guideline entitled "Vegetation Management Guideline -
Technical Design for New Construction, Fuel Modification Plans, and Maintenance Program".
307.1 General. [Amended] A person shall not kindle or maintain or authorize to be kindled or
maintained any open burning unless constructed and approved in accordance with Sections 307.1.1
through 307.6.2.1.
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307.1.2 Fuel modification areas. [Added] Outdoor fires using wood or other solid fuel shall not
be built, ignited or maintained in a fuel modification area.
307.2.2 Hazardous conditions. [Added] 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.
Exception: Gas-fueled devices operated in accordance with 307.6.1.
307.4.4 Disposal of rubbish. [Added] Rubbish, trash or combustible waste material shall be
burned only within an approved incinerator and in accordance with Section 307.2.1.
307.5.1 Supervision. [Added] Where a permit is issued, such open burning or fire shall be
supervised by a person 18 years of age or older.
307.6 Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, fire rings, or similar devices used at premises containing
Group R Occupancies.[Added]Outdoor fireplaces,fire pits,fire rings,or similar exterior devices
used at premises containing Group R occupancies shall comply with this section.
Exception: Barbeques, grills, and other portable devices intended solely for cooking shall
comply with Chapter 41.
307.6.1 Gas-fueled devices. [Added] Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits and similar devices fueled by
natural gas or liquefied-petroleum gas are allowed when approved by the City of Orange Building
Division and the device is designed to only burn a gas flame and not wood or other solid fuel. At
premises containing Group R division 3 occupancies,combustible construction shall not be located
within 3 feet of an atmospheric column that extends vertically from the perimeter of the device. At
premises containing other than Group R division 3 occupancies,the minimum distance shall be 10
feet. Where a permanent hood and vent is installed and approved by the City of Orange Building
Department, 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 an approved
spark arrestor meeting the requirements of Section 2113.9.2 of the California Building Code.
307.6.2 Devices using wood or fuels other than natural gas or liquefied-petroleum gas.
Added] Fireplaces burning wood or other solid fuel shall be constructed in accordance with the
California Building Code. Fires in a fireplace shall be contained within a firebox with an attached
chimney equipped with a spark arrestor. The spark arrestor shall meet the requirements of Section
2113.9.2 of the California Building Code. 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 in accordance with Sections 305, 307, and 308.
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307.6.2.1 Where prohibited. [Added] The burning of wood and other solid fuels shall not be
conducted within a fuel modification zone. Wood and other solid fuel burning fires in devices
other than permanent fireplaces are not allowed within Wildfire Risk Areas(WRA)and Wildland-
Urban Interface Areas(WUI)or in locations where conditions could cause the spread of fire to the
WRA or WUI unless determined by the fire code official that the location or design of the device
should reasonably prevent the start of a wildfire.
308.1.6.1 Model rockets or similar devices. [Added] A person shall not release or cause to be
released a model rocket or similar device, fueled by flammable or combustible liquids or gases,or
fueled by solid explosive propellant means.
324 Fuel modification requirements for new construction. [Added] All new structures and
facilities adjoining land containing hazardous combustible vegetation shall be approved and in
accordance with the requirements of the Orange City Fire Department Guideline, "Vegetation
Management Guideline - Technical Design for New Construction Fuel Modification Plans and
Maintenance Program."
325 Clearance of brush or vegetation growth from roadways. [Added] The fire code official is
authorized to cause areas within 10 feet 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.
326 Vegetation management alternate materials and methods. [Added] The fire code official is
authorized to require and approve alternate materials and methods to comply with the vegetation
management requirements if the fire code official determines 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.
Acceptance of alternate materials and methods will be made on a case-by-case basis, and shall not
set precedent.
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327 Use of equipment. [Added] Except as otherwise provided in this section, no person shall use,
operate,or cause to be operated in,upon or adjoining any hazardous fire area any internal combustion
engine which uses hydrocarbon fuels,unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrestor as defined
in Section 202 and maintained in effective working order,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 California Vehicle Code.
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
327.1 Spark arrestors. [Added] Spark arrestors shall comply with Section 202, and when affixed
to the exhaust system of engines or vehicles subject to Section 324 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.
328 Development on or near land containing or emitting toxic, combustible or flammable
liquids, gases or vapors. [Added] 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 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.
329 Restricted entry. [Added] 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.
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.
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501.1 Scope. [Amended] Fire service features for buildings, structures and premises shall comply
with this chapter and, where required by the fire code official, the Orange City Fire Department
Guideline"Fire Master Plan for Commercial &Residential Development."
503.2.1 Dimensions. [Amended] Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of
not less than 20 feet,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. Street
widths are to be measured from the 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.
503.2.1.1 Hazardous fire areas. [Added] Fire apparatus roads in hazardous fire areas shall have
an unobstructed width of not less than 28 feet. The width shall be maintained to an approved point
outside of the Hazardous Fire Area.
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 reduced 24 feet. 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.
503.2.1.2 Divided fire access roads. [Added] 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. Lengths
and locations of specific divided sections shall be approved by the fire code official.
503.2.5 Dead ends. [Amended] Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet in
length shall be provided with an approved area for turning around fire apparatus, and shall not
exceed 600 feet in length.
503.4 Obstructions of fire apparatus access roads. [Amended] Fire apparatus access roads shall
not be obstructed in any manner, including the parking of vehicles. The minimum widths and
clearances established per this Chapter shall be maintained at all times.
503.6 Security gates. [Amended] The installation of security gates across a fire apparatus access
road shall be approved by the fire code official. 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 equipped
with an automatic opening device, listed in accordance with UL 325, in addition to a key opening
switch. 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 Orange City Fire Master Plan Guidelines.
503.6.1 Electric gate operator signage. [Added] Where electric gate operators are provided with
an automatic opening device, signage shall be placed at ingress and egress side of gate. The sign
shall consist of letters having a principal stroke of not less than 'A inch wide and not less than 4
inches high on contrasting,reflective background.
505.1 Address Identification. [Amended] New and existing buildings shall be provided with
approved address identification. The identification shall be legible and placed in a position that is
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visible from the street or road fronting the property. Address identification characters shall
contrast with their background. Address numbers shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical letters.
Numbers shall not be spelled out. Each character shall not be less than 4 inches high with a
minimum stroke width of%inch for R-3 occupancies. For all other occupancies,the identification
shall be a minimum of 8 inches high with a minimum stroke width of 1 inch,and shall be approved
by the fire code official.Address numbers shall be illuminated during the hours of darkness.Where
required by the fire code official, address identification shall be provided in additional approved
locations to facilitate emergency response. 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 identification shall be maintained.
505.1.1 Building complexes.[Added]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 illuminated as approved during the hours of
darkness.
510.1 Emergency responder communications enhancement systems in new buildings.
Amended] Approved in-building emergency responder communications enhancement system
ERCES) for emergency responders shall be provided in all new buildings. In-building ERCES
within the building shall be based upon the existing coverage levels of the public safety
communication systems utilized by the jurisdiction, measured at the exterior of the building. The
ERCES, where required, shall be of type determined by the fire code official and the Orange
County Sheriffs Department (OCSD) Technology Division. This section shall not require
improvement of the existing public safety communications systems. Notwithstanding the
following exceptions, structures of non-combustible construction shall be provided with
infrastructure, at construction,to accommodate potential of future requirement.
Exceptions:
1. Where it is determined by the fire code official that the communications coverage
system is not needed.
2. In facilities where emergency responder communications coverage is required and such
systems, components or equipment required could have a negative impact on the
normal operations of that facility,the fire code official shall have the authority to accept
an automatically activated emergency responder communications coverage system.
3. Elevators.
4. Structures that are three stories or less without subterranean storage or parking and that
do not exceed 50,000 square feet on any single story.
5. Wood-constructed residential structures four stories or less without subterranean
storage or parking that are not built integral to an above ground multi-story parking
structure.
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6. Structures that are three stories or less and do not exceed 50,000 square feet on any
single story,including subterranean storage or parking,shall be provided with coverage
only in the subterranean areas.
7. Existing buildings or structures, unless required by the fire code official for buildings
and structures undergoing extensive remodel and/or expansion.
510.2 Emergency responder communications enhancement system in existing buildings.
Amended] A third-party test report shall be conducted to verify need for coverage, when
determined as necessary, at the discretion of the fire code official.
510.4.2.2 Technical criteria. [Amended] The fire code official shall maintain a document, in
accordance with the OCSD Technical Division Guideline, providing the specific technical
information and requirements for the in-building emergency responder enhancement system. This
document shall contain, but not be limited to, the various frequencies required, the location of
radio sites, effective radiated power of radio sites, the maximum propagation delay in
microseconds, the applications being used and other supporting technical information necessary
for system design.
510.5.3 Minimum qualifications of personnel. [Amended] The minimum qualifications of the
system designer and lead installation personnel shall be in accordance with the OCSD Technical
Division Guideline.
510.5.4 Acceptance test procedure. [Amending only item 7] When an in-building emergency
responder enhancement system is required, and upon completion of installation, the building
owner shall have the radio system tested to verify that two-way coverage on each floor of the
building is not less than 95 percent. The test procedure shall be conducted as follows, or by a
method approved by the fire code official:
7. As part of the installation, a spectrum analyzer or other suitable test equipment shall be
utilized to ensure spurious oscillations are not being generated by the subject signal
booster. This test shall be conducted at the time of installation and subsequent annual
inspections by the FCC licensed technician hired by the property owner and an OCSD
Technology Division FCC-certified technician.
510.6.1 Testing and proof of compliance. [Amended]
The owner of the building or owner's authorized agent shall have the emergency responder
enhancement system inspected and tested annually or when structural changes occur including
additions or remodels that could materially change the original field performance tests. Testing
shall consist of the following:
1. In-building coverage test as described in Section 510.5.4.
2. Signal boosters shall be tested to ensure that the gain is the same as it was upon initial
installation and acceptance.
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3. Backup batteries and power supplies shall be tested under load of a period of one hour to verify
that they will properly operate during an actual power outage. If within the 1-hour test period
the battery exhibits symptoms of failure,the test shall be extended for additional 1-hour periods
until the integrity of the battery can be determined.
4. All active components shall be checked to verify operation within the manufacturer's
specifications.
5. Systems 10 years or older from the date of installation shall be considered "End of Life" and
shall be referred to OCSD Technology Division to initiate replacement or repair in accordance
with current requirements.
At the conclusion of the testing, a certification report, which shall verify compliance with Section
510.5.4, shall be submitted by the FCC licensed technician to OCSD Technology Division and the
fire code official. Failure to submit to the fire code official shall constitute a violation and will be
prosecuted in accordance with Section 113.
If noncompliance is found, the FCC licensed technician will assess improvements necessary and
provide such information to OCSD Technology Division and the fire code official. The report
shall be submitted to the fire code official within 14 days of failed test.
605.10.2 Automatic and manual operation. [Amended] An automatic emergency stop feature
shall be provided in accordance with Sections 605.10.2.1 and 605.10.2.2, 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."
901.6.1.1 Maintenance of smoke alarms in hotels/motels and apartment buildings. [Added]
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/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.
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5. The hotel/motel or apartment owner shall maintain records of compliance for a period of three
years from March 10 of each year.
903.2 Where required. [Amended] Approved automatic sprinkler systems in buildings and
structures shall be provided when one of the following conditions exists and in the locations
described in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.12 and Sections 903.2.14 through 903.2.21, as
applicable.
New buildings: Notwithstanding any applicable provisions of Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.21,
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 3,000 square
feet in Type V construction as defined in the California Building Code,regardless of fire areas or
allowable area.
Exceptions:
1. Commercial buildings with areas reduced to less than that requiring fire sprinklers
using 3-hour rated fire walls, or greater as determined by code for specified
occupancies, constructed in accordance with the California Building Code Chapter 7.
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:
1. An area increase of 33% or more is made to a building, resulting in an area requiring
installation of an automatic fire sprinkler system in a new building.
Exception: Buildings housing Group R-3 occupancies shall be protected throughout by an
automatic fire sprinkler system when the area of the building is modified, resulting in an
area exceeding 5,000 square feet.
2. 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. When the occupancy is changed to an
assembly use, the requirements of Section 903.2.1 shall apply.
3. A significant modification is made to the building,or a modification impacting approximately
50%the structural system of the building as determined by the fire code official. A significant
modification is considered where the scope of the renovation is such that the Building Code
Official determines that the complexity of installing a sprinkler system would be similar as in
a new building.
903.3.5.3 Hydraulically calculated systems. [Added] The design of hydraulically calculated fire
sprinkler systems shall not exceed 90% of the water supply capacity. The capacity shall be
calculated using the lowest water supply flow test conducted in accordance with National Fire
Protection Association(NFPA) within the last 12 calendar months.
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903.4.3 Alarms. [Amended] An approved audible and visual sprinkler waterflow alarm device,
located on the exterior of the building in an approved location,shall be connected to each automatic
sprinkler system. Such sprinkler waterflow alarm devices shall be activated by water flow
equivalent to the flow of a single sprinkler of the smallest orifice size installed in the system.
Where a waterflow switch is required by Section 903.4.1 to be electrically supervised, such
sprinkler waterflow alarm devices shall be powered by a fire alarm control unit or,where provided,
a fire alarm system. Where a fire alarm system is provided, actuation of the automatic sprinkler
system shall actuate the building fire alarm system.
Exception: Automatic sprinklers systems protecting one- and two-family dwellings shall be
provided with an audible waterflow alarm device, located on the exterior of the building in an
approved location, and interconnected with smoke alarms for occupant evacuation notification.
903.4.4 Locking of control valves. [Added] All valves required to be electrically supervised by
this section shall also be sealed or locked in the position of normal operation.
904.3.5 Monitoring. [Amended] 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.
905.4.3 Height of outlet. [Added] The centerline of the 2.5-inch outlet shall be no less than 18
inches and no more than 24 inches above the finished floor.
905.7 Cabinets [Amended] Cabinets containing firefighting equipment, such as standpipes, fire
hose, fire extinguishers or fire department valves, shall not be blocked from us or obstructed from
view. Class I standpipe outlet enclosures shall not be provided with doors, shall have minimum
centerline clearance of 18 inches on all sides facing the standpipe, and minimum of 9-inch
clearance between valve and back of opening.
Chapter 11 Construction Requirements for Existing Buildings. Only those sections and
subsections as adopted by the State Fire Marshal.
Chapter 25 Fruit and Crop Ripening. [Deleted]
Chapter 26 Fumigation and Insecticidal Fogging. [Deleted]
2808.2 Storage site. [Amended] Storage sites shall be level and on solid ground,elevated soil lifts
or other all-weather surface. Sites shall be thoroughly cleaned and approval obtained from the fire
code official before transferring products to the site.
2808.3 Size of piles or stacks. [Amended]Piles shall not exceed 15 feet in height, 50 feet in width
and 100 feet in length. Stackable products shall not be stacked in excess of 20 feet in height, 50
feet in width and 100 feet in length.
2808.3.1 Increase in pile or stack size. [Amended] Piles or stackable products are permitted to
be increased beyond the dimensions in Section 2808.3,provided that a written fire protection plan
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is approved by the fire code official. Additional fire protection called for in the plan shall be
provided and shall be installed in accordance with this code. The increase of the pile size shall be
based upon the capabilities of the installed fire protection system and features. The fire protection
plan shall include,but is not limited to,the following:
Adopt all subsections including the following amendments].
1. The contact information of a responsible person, or persons, shall be provided to the Fire
Department and shall be posted at the entrance to the facility for responding units. The
responsible party should be available to respond to the business in emergency situation.
4. The potential for spontaneous heating shall be evaluated and provisions made to control
the temperature of the piles. Methods for monitoring the internal temperature of the pile
shall be provided. Piles shall be rotated when internal temperature readings are in excess
of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.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 comply with the
requirements of this chapter and be monitored to verify that the temperature remains stable.
2808.7 Pile fire protection. [Amended] 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.
2808.9 Material-handling equipment. [Amended] All material-handling equipment operated by
an internal combustion engine shall be provided and maintained with an approved spark arrestor.
Approved material-handling equipment shall be available for moving wood chips, hogged
material, wood fines and raw product during fire-fighting operations.
3208.3.1 Flue space protection. [Amended] Flue spaces required by Table 3208.3 above the first
tier of storage in single-, double-or multiple-row rack storage installations shall be equipped with
approved protection devices. Devices shall be fabricated of minimum thickness steel or other
approved material and shall extend a minimum of 4 inches above the shelves or cross members
when in the mounted position. Such devices shall not be removed or modified.
4104.5 Separation of cooking tents. [Amended] Tents with sidewalls or drops where cooking is
performed shall be separated from other tents or membrane structure by not less than 20 feet.
Exceptions:
1. Small tents limited to 100 square feet that are accessory to the cooking operation of the
cooking tent and are not occupied by the public.
2. Groups in compliance with Section 4104.5.1.
4104.5.1 Groups of cooking tents. [Amended] Cooking tents shall be permitted to be placed side
by side where the following conditions are met:
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1. The area of the cooking tents has a maximum area of 700 square feet.
2. Each grouping of tents shall have a fire break clearance of 20 feet.
3. The fire access aisle separating rows of cooking tents has a minimum width of 20 feet.
5003.1.1.1 Extremely Hazardous Substances. [Added]No person shall use or store any amount
of extremely hazardous substances (EHS), as defined in 40 CFR part 355.61, in excess of the
disclosable amounts(see Health and Safety Code Section 25500 et al.) in a residentially zoned or
any residentially developed property.
5004.12 Noncombustible floor. [Amended] Except for surfacing, floors of storage areas shall be
of noncombustible, liquid-tight construction.
5601.2.2 Sale and retail display or use. [Amended] Persons shall not construct a retail display
nor offer for sale explosives, explosive materials or fireworks on highways, sidewalks, public
property or in Group A or E occupancies. The storage, use, sale, possession, and handling of
fireworks 1.4G (commonly referred to as Safe & Sane) is permitted under Chapter 8.13 of the
Orange Municipal Code. The storage, use, sale, possession, and handling of fireworks 1.3G is
prohibited.
Exceptions:
1. Fireworks in accordance with California Code of Regulations,Title 19,Division 1,Chapter
6, see Section 5608.
2. 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
5601.2.2.1 Permits. [Added] A permit shall be required as set forth in Sections 105.5.63.
5601.7 Seizure. [Amended] The fire code official shall have the authority to seize, take, and
remove or cause to be removed or disposed of in an approved manner,at the expense of the owner,
explosives,explosive materials,or fireworks offered or exposed for sale,stored,possessed,or used
in violation of this chapter.
5608.1 General. [Amended] Outdoor fireworks displays, use of pyrotechnics before a proximate
audience and pyrotechnic special effects in motion picture, television, 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,
with the conditions of the permit as approved by the fire code official and this section.
5608.2 Firing. [Added] All fireworks displays shall be electrically fired.
5608.3 Permits. [Added] A permit shall be required as set forth in Sections 105.5.
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5608.3.1 Application for Permit. [Added] The application for permit shall include a dimensioned
or scaled diagram of the grounds on which the display is to be held showing the point at which the
fireworks are to be discharged. The fallout area shall be identified based on 100 feet per inch of
shell size. Details shall include,but not be limited to,the location of all buildings,roads, and other
means of transportation, the lines behind which the audience will be restrained,the location of all
nearby trees, telegraph or telephone line, or other overhead obstructions.
5701.1.1 On-Demand Mobile Fueling. [Added] On-demand mobile fueling of Class I, II, and III
liquids into the fuel tanks of vehicles is prohibited.
5704.2.9.6.1 Location where above-ground tanks are prohibited. [Amended] 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 as
2. As approved by the fire code official.
5704.2.11 Underground tanks. [Amended] Underground storage of flammable and combustible
liquids in tanks shall comply with Section 5704.2 and Sections 5704.2.11.1 through
5704.2.11.4.2.1, the applicable Sections of Chapter 50, and California Health and Safety Code
H&SC) Ch. 6.7.
Section 5707 On-Demand Mobile Fueling Operations. [Deleted]
Section 5801.1 Scope. [Amended] The storage and use of flammable gases and flammable
cryogenic fluids shall be in accordance with this chapter, NFPA 2 and NFPA 55. Compressed
gases shall also comply with Chapter 53 and cryogenic fluids shall also comply with Chapter 55.
Flammable cryogenic fluids shall comply with Section 5806. Hydrogen motor fuel-dispensing
stations and repair garages and their associated above-ground hydrogen storage systems shall also
be designed,constructed and maintained in accordance with Chapter 23.Mobile fueling of gaseous
and liquid hydrogen, compressed natural gas(CNG), and liquefied natural gas(LNG)into the fuel
tanks of vehicles is prohibited.
Exceptions:
1. Gases used as refrigerants in refrigeration systems (see Section 605).
2. Liquefied petroleum gases and natural gases regulated by Chapter 61.
3. Fuel-gas systems and appliances regulated under the California Mechanical Code and
the California Plumbing Code other than gaseous hydrogen systems and appliances.
4. Pyrophoric gases in accordance with Chapter 64.
Section 5809 Mobile Gaseous Fueling of Hydrogen-Fueled Vehicles. [Deleted]
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6004.2.2.7 Treatment Systems. [Deleted and Replaced] 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. Highly toxic and 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)
where all of the following controls are provided:
1.1 A listed or approved gas detection system with a sensing interval not exceeding 5
minutes.
1.2 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.
Chapter 80 Referenced Standards
NFPA 13,2025 Edition,Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems
9.4.3.1 [Amended] 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 3.3.223.4.16
2. Residential sprinklers in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 12
3. Quick response CMSA sprinklers
4. ESFR sprinklers
5. Standard-response sprinklers used for modifications or additions to existing light hazard systems
equipped with standard-response sprinklers
6. Standard-response sprinklers used where individual standard-response sprinklers are replaced in
existing light hazard systems
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16.12.2 [Amended] The following systems shall not require a fire department connection:
1)Buildings located in remote areas that are inaccessible for fire department support
2)Large-capacity deluge systems exceeding the pumping capacity for the fire department
16.12.3.1 [Delete and Replace]The FDC shall contain a minimum of two 2 1/2"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 1/2" inlets shall be provided when the automatic fire sprinkler system
design(including system-supplied fire hose stream demand)requires 500 gpm or greater.
19.1.1.1 [Added] 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 Table 21.4.1.2.1 (c)Commodity Class
IV, Nonencapsulated. Use is considered undetermined if a specific tenant/occupant is not
identified at the time the sprinkler plan is submitted. Where a subsequent use or 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 use or occupancy.
NFPA 13D 2025 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and
Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes
7.1.2 [Delete and Replace] The sprinkler system piping shall not have separate control valves
installed unless supervised by a central station,proprietary, or remote station alarm service.
NFPA 14,2024 Edition,Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems
9.5.1.1 [Amended] 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.
NFPA 24,2025 Edition,Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their
Appurtenances
6.2.8.1 [Added] All indicating valves controlling fire suppression water supplies shall be painted
OSHA red.
Exceptions:
1. Brass or bronze valves on sprinkler risers mounted to the exterior of the building may
be left unpainted.
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6.2.9 [Amended] All connections to private fire service mains for fire protection systems shall be
arranged in accordance with one of the following so that they can be isolated:
1. A post indicator valve installed not less than 40 feet from the building.
1.1 For buildings less than 40 feet(12 m)in height,a post indicator valve shall be permitted to
be installed closer than 40 feet but at least as far from the building as the height of the wall
facing the post indicator valve.
2. A wall post indicator valve.
3. An indicating valve in a pit, installed in accordance with Section 6.4.
4. A backflow preventer with at least one indicating valve not less than 40 feet from the building.
4.1 For buildings less than 40 feet in height, a backflow preventer with at least one indicating
valve shall be permitted to be installed closer than 40 feet but at least as far from the
building as the height of the wall facing the backflow preventer.
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.
10.1.5 [Added]All ferrous pipe and joints shall be polyethylene encased per AWWA C150,Method
A, B, or C. All fittings shall be protected with a loose, 8-mil polyethylene tube or sheet. The ends
of the tube or sheet 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
10.4.3.1 [Amended]Private fire service mains supplying fire protection systems within the building
shall be permitted to extend no more than 24 inches,as measured from the outside of the building,
under the building to the riser location.
10.4.3.2 [Amended] 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 10.4.3.2.1 through 10.4.3.2.4.
Appendices D, E,F, G,I,J,K,L,M and N. [Deleted]
SECTION III:
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.
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SECTION IV:
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.
SECTION V:
References to Prior Code— Unless superseded and expressly repealed, references in City
forms, documents and regulations to the chapters and sections of former adopted Orange City Fire
Code and references relating to Wildland-Urban Interface shall be construed to apply to the
corresponding provisions within the 2025 Orange City Fire Code and 2025 Orange City Wildland-
Urban Interface Code. Ordinance No. 07-22 of the City of Orange and all other ordinances and
parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby superseded and expressly repealed.
SECTION VI:
If any section, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance is for
any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed
this Ordinance, and each section, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause and phrase thereof,
irrespective of the fact that any one (or more) section, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or
phrase had been declared invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION VII:
The City Clerk is hereby directed to certify the adoption of this Ordinance and cause the
same to be published as required by law. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days from
and after the date of its final passage.
ADOPTED this 12th day of November, 2025.
Daniel R. Slater, Mayor, City of Orange
Pamela Coleman, City Clerk, City of Orange
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
0.440 )-NathçooeAdourian, City Attorney, City of Orange
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE )
CITY OF ORANGE
I, PAMELA COLEMAN, 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
14th day of October, 2022,and thereafter at the regular meeting of said City Council duly held on
the 12th day of November, 2022,was duly passed and adopted by the following vote,to wit:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Bilodeau, Barrios, Dumitru, Tavoularis, Gutierrez,
Slater
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: Gnhamm
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Pamela Coleman, ity Clerk, City of Orange
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