HomeMy WebLinkAboutStaff Report 405-10 (2)TO: HONORABLE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: CITY MANAGER
DATE: NOVEMBER 8, 2010
REPORT TYPE: ACTION
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING AND
COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENT
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SUBJECT: Adoption of Five Ordinances Amending Title 16 of the Palo Alto Municipal
Code: (1) Adopting a New Chapter 16.04, California Building Code,
California Historical Building Code, and California Existing Building Code,
2010 Editions, and Local Amendments and Related Findings; (2) Adopting a
New Chapter 16.05, California Mechanical Code, 2010 Edition; (3) Adopting
a New Chapter 16.06, California Residential Code, 2010 Edition, and Local
Amendments and Related Findings; (4) Adopting a New Chapter 16.08,
California Plumbing Code, 2010 Edition, and Local Amendments and
Related Findings; and (5) Adopting a New Chapter 16.16, California
Electrical Code, 2010 Edition.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Every three years, the State of California adopts new building standards that are codified in Title
24 of the California Code of Regulations, referred to as the California Building Standards Code.
Upon pUblication of the new Building Standards Code, local jurisdictions are allowed 180 days
within which to amend the model State codes to enact more stringent local building standards.
Such local amendments to the model State codes must be supported with findings that are based
on unique local clinlatic, geologic and topographic conditions. To adopt the model State codes
and local amendments, a public hearing must be held after which the various ordinances
containing the proposed local amendments and findings for each part of the Building Standards
Code can be passed. This report explains the process for adoption of the 2010 California
Building Standards Code that will become effective statewide on January 1, 2011.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council conduct a public hearing and then adopt the attached six
ordinances adopting, by reference, the various parts of the 2010 California Building Standards
Code (CBSC), Title 24 of the California Code of Regulatioris (described further in the
"Background" section of this report). Four of the ordinances also contain proposed local
amendments to the State model codes, along with the necessary findings of fact supporting each
local amendment.
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BACKGROUND
The six ordinances are described below:
1. Ordinance repealing Chapter 16.04 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code and amending
Title 16 to adopt a new Chapter 16.04, California Building Code, California
Historical Building Code, and California Existing Building Code, 2010 Editions, and
Local Amendments and Related Findings The California Building Code (CBC) is the
fundamental building code within the State of California that regulates most new building
construction and is based on the 2009 International Building Code (IBC), written by the
International Code Council (ICC), as amended by the California Building Standards
Commission. The 2010 California Historical Building Code (CHBC) is unique to
California and prescribes building standards for designated historic structures aimed at
balancing the goals of historic preservation with life, safety and accessibility concerns
when the provisions of the regular building code cannot be achieved. The 2010
California Existing Building Code (CEBC) is based on the 2009 International Existing
Building Code, also written by the ICC, as anlended by the Building Standards
Commission. Similar to the CHBC, the CEBC prescribes alternative building standards
for repairs to existing structures when the provisions of the regular code cannot be
achieved.
2. Ordinance repealing Chapter 16.05 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code and amending
Title 16 to adopt a new Chapter 16.05, California Mechanical Code, 2010 Edition
The California Mechanical Code (CMC) is based on the 2009 Uniform Mechanical Code
(UMC), written by the International Association of Plumbing & Mechanical Officials
(IAPMO), as amended by the Building Standards Commission, and prescribes standards
for mechanical heating, ventilating and cooling systems, and appurtenant equipment,
within buildings.
3. Ordinance adopting a new Chapter 16.06 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code,
California Residential Code, 2010 Edition, and Local Amendments and Related
Findings -New this year is the state's adoption of the California Residential Code,
which is based on the 2009 International Residential Code (IRC) written by the
International Code Council, as amended by the Building Standards Commission. The
Residential Code is a simplified version of the Building Code and prescribes building
standards for low-rise (one and two-story), single and two-family dwelling units.
4. Ordinance repealing Chapter 16.08 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code and amending
Title 16 to adopt a new Chapter 16.08, California Pluulbing Code, 2010 Edition, and
Local Amendments and Related Findings -The 2010 California Plumbing Code
(CPC) is based on the 2009 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), also written by the IAPMO,
as amended by the Building Standards Commission, and prescribes standards for water
and wastewater distribution systems, and appurtenant equipment, within buildings.
5. Ordinance repealing Chapter 16.16 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code and amending
Title 16 to adopt a new Chapter 16.16, California Electrical Code, 2010 Edition-The
2010 California Electrical Code (CEC) is based on the 2008 National Electrical Code,
written by the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) , as amended by the Building
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Standards Commission, and prescribes standards for electrical supply and operating
systems and appurtenant equipment within buildings.
DISCUSSION
Typically, a new edition of the CBSC is published and adopted by the State of California every
three years, based substantially on the model uniform codes. Palo Alto last adopted new
building codes in 2007. This year, the BSC adopted and published a new edition of the CBSC
based on the 2009 mc and updated versions of other model codes. The new CBSC will become
effective statewide on January 1, 2011, as published, wlless local jurisdictions adopt more
stringent amendments in accordance with State law. Generally, the local amendment process
requires local authorities to make specific findings to support each local amendment, based on
climatic, geologic or topographic conditions that are unique to each jurisdiction. For Palo Alto's
proposed local amendments, these findings of fact are attached to each Ordinance where
applicable.
Many of the proposed local amendments to the 2010 California Building and Residential Codes
are administrative in nature and are intended to maintain consistency with other provisions of the
Municipal Code and reflect the City's current policies and practices dealing with building code
enforcement. The proposed local amendments that are technical in nature have been developed
in concert with building officials, fire chiefs and code consultants from throughout the region to
promote consistency across jurisdictions. A nUITlber of these amendments address aspects of the
mc or IRC that would otherwise allow less restrictive building design and construction practices
than what currently exists, particularly with respect to structural analysis and seismic safety.
Additionally, new repair and reconstruction standards are proposed for incorporation into the
Building Code to meet the Federal Emergency Management Association's (FEMA's) eligibility
requirements for post-disaster funding assistance for repairs to public and private non-pro fit
owned buildings damaged in disasters. Other amendments to both the Building and Residential
Codes ensure consistency with provisions of the 2010 California Fire Code that is being adopted
concurrent with these codes.
No local amendments are proposed to the 2010 California Electrical and Mechanical Codes,
while several are proposed to the Plumbing Code. These Plumbing Code amendments are
intended to promote consistency with Palo Alto's Sewer Use Ordinance (PAMC Chapter 16.09)
and support the City's efforts to reduce copper and other heavy metal discharges from the
Wastewater Treatment Plant, in addition to water conservation, (e.g. the prohibition of single
pass cooling systems).
According to the Building Standards Commission, adoption of the new state model codes will
also increase the insurance industry's Building Code Effectiveness Grading for California
communities, which insurance companies can then use to grant premium credits for buildings
constructed and enforced under the latest codes. These ratings were downgraded in prior years
because California had not adopted the latest model codes.
Green Building Standards
Green building requirements that are now implemented through the Zoning Ordinance. (p AMC
Title 18), would carry forward once CALGreen goes into effect and become a part of the
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Building Code (P AMC Title 16). Additionally, the scope of CALGreen is proposed to be
expanded to allow for performance auditing of buildings that have been built under the city's
green building ordinance to ensure that the energy efficiency and conservation measures
originally incorporated into these buildings continue to meet the approved design objectives over
time. Lastly, the amendments consolidate sustainability found in various parts of the Municipal
Code (e.g. construction & demolition debris diversion, water efficient landscaping, stormwater
management, and recycled water use) into CALGreen to better promote compliance by
applicants and streamline implementation and enforcement of these regul~tions by staff.
Additional detail regarding the green building standards is provided in an accompanying agenda
itenl.
Conclusion
Consistent with State law, the codes and amendments adopted by the ordinances would take
effect 30 days after the second reading, which is scheduled for November 22. Thus, Palo Alto's
local amendments will be effective on January 1, 2011, when the model codes will otherwise go
into effect statewide. Prior to the effective date, Building Division staff will undergo
conlprehensive training on the new codes and an outreach and public education effort aimed at
the design and construction sectors that regularly work in Palo Alto will be implemented.
RESOURCE IMPACT
Resource impacts from the adoption of these ordinances are limited to staff training costs,
purchasing copies of the new codes and implementation of public outreach efforts.
POLICY IMPLICATIONS
The State of California mandates enforcement of the updated California Building Standards
Code and it will go into effect regardless of the City's action or lack of action. The City does
have discretion to adopt local amendments to the CBSC, which must be effective by January 1,
2011.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act.
PREPARED BY:
_.ChiefBuilding Official
DEPARTMENT HEAD REVIEW:
ClTRTIS WILLIAMS
Director of Planning and Community Environment
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:
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ATTACHMENTS
A. Ordinance repealing Chapter 16.04 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code and amending Title
16 to adopt a new Chapter 16.04, California Building Code, California Historical
Building Code, and California Existing Building Code, 2010 Editions, and Local
Amendments and Related Findings.
B. Ordinance repealing Chapter 16.05 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code and amending Title
16 to adopt a new Chapter 16.05, California Mechanical Code, 2010 Edition, and Local
Amendments and Related Findings.
C. Ordinance adopting a new Chapter 16.06 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, California
Residential Code, 2010 Edition, and Local Amendments and Related Findings.
D. Ordinance repealing Chapter 16.08 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code and amending Title
16 to adopt a new Chapter 16.08, California Plumbing Code, 2010 Edition, and Local
Amendments and Related Findings.
E. Ordinance repealing Chapter 16.16 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code and amending Title
16 to adopt a new Chapter 16.16, California Electrical Code, 2010 Edition, and Local
Amendments and Related Findings.
COURTESY COPIES:
Chamber of Commerce
Jean McCown, Stanford University
Home Builders Association
Silicon Valley Board of Realtors
League of Woman Voters
Silicon Valley Leadership Group
Santa Clara Valley Chapter AIA
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Ordinance No. ---
Ordinance of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Repealing
Chapter 16.04 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code and
Amending Title 16 to Adopt a New Chapter 16.04, California
Building Code, California Historical Building Code', and
California Existing Building Code, 2010 Editions,
and Local An1endments
The Council of the City of Palo Alto does ORDAIN as follows:
SECTION 1. Chapter 16.04 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code is hereby amended
by repealing in its entirety Chapter 16.04 and adopting a new Chapter 16.04 to read as follows:
16.04.010 2010 California Building Code adopted.
The California Building Code, 2010 Edition, Title 24, Part 2 of the California Code of Regulations,
together with those omissions, amendments, exceptions and additions thereto, is adopted and hereby
incorporated in this Chapter by reference and made a part hereof the same as if fully set forth herein.
One copy of the California Building Code, 2010 Edition, has been filed for use and examination of
the public in the Office of the Building Official of the City of Palo Alto.
Wherever the phrases "California Building Code" or "Building Code" are used in this code or any
ordinance of the City, such phrases shall be deemed and construed to refer and apply to the
California Building Code, 2010 Edition, as adopted by this Chapter.
16.04.020 2010 California Building Code Appendix Chapters adopted.
The following Appendix Chapters of the California Building Code, 2010 Edition, are adopted and
hereby incorporated in this Chapter by reference and made a part hereof.the same as if fully set
forth herein:
A. Appendix I -Patio Covers
16.04.030 Cross -References to California Building Code.
The provisions of this Chapter contain cross-references to the provisions of the California
Building Code, 2010 Edition, in .order to facilitate reference and comparison to those provisions.
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16.04.040 Enforcement --Citation authority.
The employee positions designated in this section may enforce the provisions of this chapter by
the issuance of citations; persons employed in such positions are authorized to exercise the
authority provided in Penal Code section 836.5 and are authorized to issue citations for
violations of this chapter. The designated employee positions are: (l) chief building official; (2)
. assistant building official; (3) building inspection supervisor; and (4) code enforcement officer.
16.04.050 Local Amendments.
The provisions of this Chapter shall constitute local amendments to the cross-referenced provisions
of the California Building Code, 2010 Edition, and shall be deemed to replace the cross-referenced
sections of said Code with the respective provisions set forth in this Chapter.
16.04.060 Section 105.1.3 of Division II added -Demolition permits.
Section 105.1.3 of Division II of the California Building Code is added to read:
105.5.1.3 Demolition permits. In addition to other requirements of law, every
person seeking a permit to demolish a unit used for residential rental purposes
shall furnish an affidavit or declaration under penalty of perjury that the unit
proposed to be demolished is vacant, or that notice to vacate has been given to
each tenant lawfully in possession thereof as required by law or by the terms of
such tenancy. No work or demolition shall begin upon any portion of such a unit
until each and every portion has been vacated by all tenants lawfully in
possession thereof
16.04.070 Section 105.5 of Division II amended -Expiration.
Section 105.5 of Division II of the California Building Code is amended to read:
105.5 Expiration. Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work on
the site authorized by such permit is commenced within 180 days after its
issuance, or if the work authorized on the site by such permit is suspended or
abandoned for a period of 180 days after the time the work is commenced. The
building official is authorized to grant, in writing, one, or more extensions of time,
for periods not more than 180 days each and may require; 1) that the
construction documents be revised to partially or fully comply with current codes,
and 2) payment of a fee. Extensions shall be requested in writing and justifiable
cause demonstrated. For the purpose of this section, failure to progress a project
to the next level of required inspection shall be deemed to be suspension of the
work.
16.04.080 Section 109.6 of Division II amended -Refunds.
Section 109.6 of Division II of the California Building Code is amended to read:
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109.6 Refunds. The building official may authorize the refund of any fee paid
hereunder which was erroneously paid or collected.
The building official may authorize the refund of not more than eighty percent
(80%) of the Permit Fee paid when no work has occurred under a permit issued
pursuant to this Chapter.
The building official may authorize the refund of not more than eighty percent
(80%) of the Plan Review Fee paid when a permit application is withdrawn or
canceled before any plan review work has started.
16.04.090 Section 110.7 of Division II added -Re-Inspections.
Section 110.7 of Division II is added to the California Building Code to read:
119.7 Re-inspections. A Re-Inspection Fee may be assessed by the building
official for each inspection or re-inspection required when work for which an
inspection is requested is not ready for inspection or when required corrections
noted during prior inspections have not been completed. This section is not
intended to require payment of a Re-Inspection Fee the first time work is rejected
for failure to comply with the requirements of applicable codes, but as a means to
discourage the practice of requesting inspections before work is ready for
inspection or re-inspection. A Re-Inspection Fee may be assessed when the
inspection record card is not posted or otherwise available on the work site, the
approved plans are not readily available for the inspector at the time of inspection,
the inspector is unable to access the work at the time of inspection, or when work
has substantially deviated from the approved plans without the prior approval of
the building official. When a Re-Inspection Fee is assessed, additional inspection
of the work will not be performed until the fee has been paid.
16.04.100 Section 111.1 of Division II amended -Use and occupancy.
Section 111.1 of Division II of the California Building Code is arnended to read:
111.1 Use and occupancy. No building or structure shall be used or occupied,
and no change in the existing occupancy classification of a building or structure
or portion thereof shall be made, until the building official has issued a certificate
of occupancy therefor as provided herein. Issuance of a certificate of occupancy
shall not be construed as an approval of a violation of the provisions of this code
or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction.
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from permits under Section 105.2 and:
1. Group R Division 3 occupancies
2. Group U occupancies
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111.1.1 Change of occupancy or tenancy. Each change of occupancy, official
name or tenancy of any building, structure or portion thereof, shall require a new
certificate of occupancy, whether or not any alterations to the building are
required by this code.
If a portion of any building does not conform to the requirements of this code for
a proposed occupancy, that portion shall be made to conform. The building
official may issue a new certificate of occupancy without requiring compliance
with all such requirements if it is determined that the change in occupancy or
tenancy will result in no increased hazard to life or limb, health, property or
public welfare.
When application is made for a new certificate of occupancy under this section,
the building official and fire chief shall cause an inspection of the building to be
made. The inspector(s) shall inform the applicant of those alterations necessary,
or if none are necessary, and shall submit a report of compliance to the building
official.
Before any application for a new certificate of occupancy is accepted, a fee shall
be paid by the applicant to cover the cost of the inspection of the building
required by the change of occupancy or tenancy.
16.04.110 Section 111.3 of Division II amended -Temporary occupancy.
Section 111.3 of Division II of the California Building Code is amended to read:
111.3 Temporary occupancy. The building official is authorized to issue a
temporary certificate of 'occupancy before the completion of the entire work
covered by the permit, or as otherwise required, provided that such portion or
portions shall be occupied safely. The building official shall set a time period
during which the temporary certificate of occupancy is valid.
16.04.120 . Section 111.5 of Division II added -Posting.
Section 111.5 of Division II is added to the California Building Code to read:
111. 5 Posting. The certificate of occupancy shall be posted in a conspicuous,
readily accessible place in the building or portion of building to be occupied and
shall not be removed except when authorized by the building official.
16.04.130 Section 702A amended -Definitions (Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area).
Section 702A (Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area) of the California Building Code is amended to
read:
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WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE FIRE AREA is a geographical area
identified by the State of California as a ((Fire Hazard Severity Zone" in
accordance with Public Resources Code Sections 4201 through 4202 and
Government Code Sections 51175 through 51189, or other areas designated by
the enforcing agency to be at a significant risk from wildfires. Within the city
limits of the City of Palo Alto, ((Wildland-Urban Fire Interface Area" shall also
include all areas west of Interstate 280, and all other areas recommended as a
((Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone" by the Director of the California
Department of Forestry.
16.04.140 Section 902.1 amended -Definitions.
Section 902.1 of the California Building Code is amended to include the following definitions:
DUAL SENSOR PHOTOELECTRICIIONIZATION SMOKE DETECTOR OR
ALARM. A smoke alarm or detector that utilizes both photoelectric and
ionization methods in a single device.
IONIZATION SMOKE DETECTOR OR ALARM. A smoke alarm or detector
that uses a small amount of radioactive material to detect invisible particles
generated by flame.
PHOTOELECTRIC SMOKE DETECTOR OR ALARM. A smoke alarm or
detector that uses a light-source to detect the presence of smoke.
16.04.150 Section 903.2 amended -Where required.
Section 903.2 of the California Building Code is amended to read:
903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings
and structures, and in existing modified buildings and structures, shall be provided
in the locations described in this section. Automatic fire sprinklers shall be
installed per the requirements set forth in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.12 and
as follows, whichever is the more restrictive:
1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all new buildings
and structures.
Exception: NeyY non-residential occupancies, buildings or structures that do not
exceed 1,000 square feet of building area.
2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for all existing buildings or
structures where modifications have been determined by the Building Official to
trigger requirements for seismic retrofit.
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3. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all existing
buildings when modifications are made that create conditions described in
Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.18, that create an increase infire area beyond 3,600
square feet or that create an increase in the number of stories to two (2) or more.
Exception: One-time additions to existing buildings made after January 1, 1994
and that do notexceed 500 square feet in building area.
4. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all new basements
regardless of size and throughout existing basements that are expanded by more
than 50%.
5. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all new buildings
located in the designated Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Areas.
Exception: Non-residential accessory structures to single family dwellings that have
a fire area of 500 square feet or less.
6. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all existing buildings
located in the designated Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Areas when modifications
are made that increases the fire area.
Exception: One-time additions to existing buildings made after January 1, 1994
that do not exceed 500 square feet in fire area.
16.04.160 Section 907.2.11 amended -Single-and multiple-station smoke alarms.
Section 907.2.11 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
907.2.11 Single-and multiple-station smoke alarms. Listed single-and multiple
station smoke alarms complying with UL 217 shall be installed in accordance
with the provisions of this code and the household warning equipment provisions
ofNFPA 72.
Smoke alarms more than 10 years old shall not be considered as satisfying any
requirement of this code or of the Health and Safety Code Section 13113 and
shall be immediately replaced by the owner with a smoke alarm that complies
with this section.
Smoke alarms and smoke detectors installed on or after January 1, 2011 in
compliance with this code or with the provisions of the Health and Safety Code
Section 13113 shall also meet the following requirements:
1. Smoke detectors or smoke alarms located within 20 feet of a kitchen or a
bathroom containing a tub or shower shall be photoelectric detectors or
alarms.
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2. In any other required locati9ns, photoelectric detectors or alarms, or dual
sensor photoelectric/ionization detectors or alarms, shall be installed.
Ionization smoke detectors or alarms may be additionally installed in these
areas, but shall not be considered as satisfying any requirement of this code
or of Health and Safety Code Section 13113.
Exception: Group R occupancies. A fire alarm system with smoke detectors
located in accordance with, and meeting the requirements of, this section may be
installed in lieu of smoke alarms. Upon actuation of the detector, only those
notification appliances in the dwelling unit or guest rooms where the detectors
are actuated shall activate.
16.04.170 Section 1206.3.4 added -Roof guardrails at interior courts.
Section 1206.3.4 is added to the California Building Code to read:
1206.3.4 Roof guardrails at interior courts. Roof openings into interior courts
that are. bounded on all sides by building walls shall be protected with guardrails.
The top of the guardrail shall not be less than 42 inches in height above the
adjacent roof surface that can be walked on. Intermediate rails shall be designed
and spaced such that a 12 inch diameter sphere cannot pass through.
Exception: Where the roof opening is greater than 600 square feet in area.
16.04.180 Section 1505.1.4 amended -Roofing requirements in a Wildland-Urban
Interface Fire Area.
Section 1505.1.4 of the California Building Code is amended to read:
1505.1.4 Roofing requirements in a Wildland-Urban Inteiface Fire Area. The
entire roof covering on new structures and existing structures on which more than
50 percent of the total roof area is replaced within anyone-year period, and any
roof covering applied in the alteration, repair or replacement of roofs on existing
structures, shall be a fire-retardant roof covering that is at least Class A. Roofing
requirements for structures located in a Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area shall
also comply with Section 704A.1.
16.04.190 Section 1612.1.1 added -Palo Alto Flood Hazard Regulations.
Section 1612.1.1 is added to the California Building Code to read:
1612.1.1 Palo Alto Flood Hazard Regulations. Notwithstanding the provisions
of Section 1612.1, all construction or development within a flood hazard area
(areas depicted as a Special Flood Hazard Area on Flood Insurance Rate Maps
published by the Federal Emergency Management Agency) shall comply with the
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City of Palo Alto Flood Hazard Regulations (Palo Alto Municipal Code Chapter
16.52). Where discrepancies exist between the requirements of this code and said
regulations, the provisions of said regulations shall apply.
16.04.200 Table 1809.7 amended -Prescriptive Footings Supporting Walls of Light-
Frame Construction.
Table 1809.7 of the California Building Code is amended to read:
TABLE 1809.7
Prescriptive Footings Supporting Walls of Light-Frame Construction
Number of Thickness of Width of Thickness of Depth of
Stories Foundation Footing Footing Foundation
Wall (inches) (inches) Below
(inches) Natural
Surjaceof
Ground or
Finish
Grade
(inches)
1&2 8 14 8 20
3 8 18 8 30
Group U 8 12 12 12
Occupancies
All foundations as required in the above Table shall be continuous and have a
minimum of three #4 bars of reinforcing steel, except for one story, detached
accessory buildings of Group U occupancy where two bars are required.
16.04.210 Section 3302.3 added -Fire walls.
Section 3302.3 is added to the California Building Code to read:
3302.3 Fire walls. When fire walls are required, the fire wall construction shall
be completed, with all openings protected, immediately after the building is
sufficiently weather protected at the location of the wall(s).
16.04.220 Section 3310.1 amended -Stainvays required.
Section 3310.1 of the California Building Code is amended to read:
3310.1 Stairways required. Each level above the first story in new multi-story
buildings shall be provided with at least two (2) usable exit stairways after the
floor decking is installed. The stairways shall be continuous and discharge to grade
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level. Stairways serving more than two (2) floor levels shall be enclosed (with
openings adequately protected) after exterior walls/windows are in place. Exit
stairs in new and existing occupied buildings shall be lighted and maintained
clear of debris and construction materials at all times.
Exception: For new multi-story buildings, one of the required exit stairs may be
obstructed on not more than two (2) contiguous floor levels for the purpose of
stairway construction (i. e. installation of gypsum board, painting, flooring, etc.).
16.04.230 Section 3310.3 added -Required means of egress.
Section 331003 is added to the California Building Code to read:
3310.3 Required Means Of Egress. All new buildings under construction shall
have a least one unobstructed means of egress. All means of egress shall be
identified in the Fire Protection Plan.
16.04.240 Section 3405.2.4 added -Seismic Evaluation and Design Procedures for Repairs.
Section 3405.2.4 is added to the California Building Code to read:
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3405.2.4· Seismic Evaluation and Design Procedures for Repairs. The seismic
evaluation and design shall be based on the procedures specified in the California
Building Code, ASCE 31 Seismic Evaluation of Existing Buildings (for evaluation
only) or ASCE 41 Seismic Rehabilitation of Existing Buildings. The procedures
contained in Appendix A of the International Existing Building Code shall be
permitted to be used as specified in Section 3403.5.1.1.3.
3405.2.4.1 Compliance with CBC level seismic forces. Where compliance with
the seismic design provisions of the California BUilding Code is required, the
procedures shall be in accordance with one of the following:
1. One-hundred percent of the values in the California Building Code. Where the
existing seismic force-resisting system is a type that can be designated as
"Ordinary," the values of R, 0 0 , and Cd used for analysis in accordance with
Chapter 16 of the California Building Code shall be those specified for structural
systems classified as ((Ordinary" in accordance with Table 12.2-1 of ASCE 7,
unless it is demonstrated that the structural system will provide performance
equivalent to that of a "Detailed, " "Intermediate" or "Special" system.
2. Compliance with ASCE 41 using both BSE-1 and BSE-2 earthquake hazard
levels and the corresponding performance levels in Table 3405.2.4.1.
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TABLE 3405.2.4.1
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA FOR CBC LEVEL SEISMIC FORCES
PERFORMANCE
PERFORMANCE LEVEL LEVEL FOR USE WITH ASCE
FOR USE WITH 41 BSE-2
OCCUPANCY CATEGORY ASCE41 BSE-1 EARTHQUAKE EARTHQUAKE
(BASED ON CBC TABLE 1604.5) HAZARD LEVEL HAZARD LEVEL
I Life Safety (LS) Collapse Prevention (CP)
II Life Safety (LS) Collapse Prevention (CP)
III Note a Note a
IV Immediate. Occupancy (10) Life Safety (LS)
a. Acceptance criteria for Occupancy Category III shall be taken as 80 percent of the acceptance
criteria specified for Occupancy Category II performance levels, but need not be less than the
acceptance criteria specified for Occupancy Category IV performance levels. .
3405.2.4.2 Compliance with reduced CBC level seismic forces. Where seismic
evaluation and design is permitted to meet reduced California Building Code
seismic force levels, the procedures used shall be in accordance with one of the
following:
1. The California Building Code using 75 percent of the prescribed forces. Values
of R, nO} and Cd usedfor analysis shall be as specified in Section 3405.2.4.1 Item
1.
2. Structures or portions of structures that comply with the requirements of the
applicable chapter in Appendix A of the International Existing Building Code as
specified in Items 2.1 through 2.5 below shall. be deemed to comply with this
section.
2.1. The seismic evaluation and design of unreinforced masonry bearing wall
buildings in Occupancy Category I or II are permitted to be based on the
procedures specified in Appendix Chapter AI.
2.2. Seismic evaluation and design of the wall anchorage system in reinforced
concrete and reinforced masonry wall buildings with flexible diaphragms in
Occupancy Category I or II are permitted to be based on the procedures specified
in Appendix Chapter A2.
2.3. Seismic evaluation and design of cripple walls and sill plate anchorage in
residential buildings of light-frame wood construction in Occupancy Category I
or II are permitted to be based on the procedures specified in Appendix Chapter
A3.
2.4. Seismic evaluation and design of soft, weak, or open-front wall conditions in
multiunit residential buildings of wood construction in Occupancy Category I or
II are permitted to be based on the procedures specified in Appendix Chapter A4.
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2.5. Seismic evaluation and design of concrete buildings in all Occupancy
Categories are permitted to be based on the procedures specified in Appendix
Chapter A5.
3. Compliance with ASCE 31 based on the applicable performance level as shown
in Table 3405.2.4.2. It shall be permitted to use the BSE-1 earthquake hazard
level as defined in ASCE 41 and. subject to the limitations in item 4 below.
4. Compliance with ASCE 41 using the BSE-1 Earthquake Hazard Level defined
in ASCE 41 and the performance level as shown in Table 3405.2.4.2. The design
spectral response acceleration parameters Sxs and Sx] specified in ASCE 41shalZ
not be taken less than 75 percent of the respective design spectral response
acceleration parameters SDS and SD] defined by the California Building Code and
its reference standards.
TABLE 3405.2.4.2
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA FOR REDUCED CBC
LEVEL SEISMIC FORCES
PERFORMANCE LEVEL FOR
OCCUPANCY CATEGORY PERFORMANCE LEVEL USE WITH ASCE 41 BSE-1
"BASED ONCBC TABLE 1604.5) FOR USE WITH ASCE 31 If1ARTHQUAKE HAZARD LEVEL
I Life Safety (LS) Life Safety (LS)
II Life Safety (LS) Life Safety (LS)
III Note a, Note b Note a
IV Immediate Occupancy (10) Immediate Occupancy (10)
a. Acceptance criteria for Occupancy Category III shall be taken as 80 percent of the acceptance
criteria specified for Occupancy Category II performance levels, but need not be less than the
acceptance criteria specified for Occupancy Category IV performance levels.
b. For Occupancy Category IlL the ASCE screening phase checklists shall be based on the life safety
performance level.
3405.2.4.3 Referenced Standards
Standard
Reference
Number Title
ASCE 31-03 Seismic Evaluation of Existing Buildings
ASCE 41-06 Seismic Rehabilitation of Existing Buildings
(Including
Supplement No.1)
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In Code
Section Number
3405.2.4.1,
TABLE 3405.2.4.1
3405.2.4.2,
TABLE 3405.2.4.2
3405.2.4.1,
TABLE 3405.2.4.1
3405.2.4.2,
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16.04.250 Section 3404.7 added -Suspended ceiling systems.
Section 3404.7 is added to the California Building Code to read:
3404.7 Suspended ceiling systems. In existing buildings or structures, when a
permit is issued for alterations or repairs, the existing suspended ceiling system
within the area of the alterations or repairs shall comply with Section 803.9.1.1
and with ASCE 7-05 Section 13.5.6.
16.04.260 2010 California Historical Building Code adopted.
The California Historical Building Code, 2010 Edition, Title 24, Part 8 (authorized by Health and
Safety Code Sections 18950 through 18961), which provides alternative building regulations for
the rehabilitation, preservation, restoration, or relocation of designated historic buildings, is
adopted and hereby fucorporated in this Chapter by reference and made a part hereof the same as if
fully set forth herein. One copy of the California Historical Building Code, 2010 Edition, has been
filed for use and examination of the public in the Office of the Building Official of the City of Palo
Alto.
16.04.270 2010 California Existing Building Code adopted.
The California Existing Building Code, 2010 Edition, Title 24, Part 10, which provides alternative
building regulations for the rehabilitation, preservation, restoration, or relocation of existing
buildings, is adopted and hereby incorporated in this Chapter by reference and made a part hereof
the same as if fully set forth herein. One copy of the California Existing Building Code, 2010
Edition, has been filed for use and examination of the public in the Office of the Building Official
of the City of Palo Alto. .
SECTION 2. The Council adopts the findings for local amendnlents to the
California Building Code, 2010 Edition, attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and incorporated herein
by reference.
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SECTION 3. The Council finds that this project is exempt from the provisions of
the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"), pursuant to Section 15061 of the CEQA
Guidelines, because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the amendments
herein adopted will have a significant effect on the environment.
SECTION 4.
date of its adoption.
INTRODUCED:
PASSED:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTENTIONS:
ATTEST:
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Senior Deputy City Attorney
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City Manager
Director of Planning & Community
Environment
Director of Administrative
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EXHIBIT" A"
FINDINGS FOR LOCAL AMENDMENTS
TO CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE
Section 17958 of the California Health and Safety Code provides that the City may make
changes to the provisions of the California Building Standards Code. Sections 17958.5 and
17958.7 of the Health and Safety Code require that for each proposed local change to those
provisions of the California Building Standards Code which regulate buildings used for human
habitation, the City Council must make findings supporting its determination that each such local
change is reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological, or topographical
conditions.
Local building regulations having the effect of amending the uniform codes, which were
adopted by the City prior to November 23, 1970, were unaffected by the regulations of Sections
17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the Health and Safety Code. Therefore, amendments to the
uniform codes which were adopted by the City Council prior to November 23, 1970, and have
been carried through from year to year without significant change, need no required findings.
Also, amendments to provisions not regulating buildings used for human, habitation do not
require findings.
A. Explanation of Administrative Anlendments
16.04.060 Section 105.1.3 of Division II added -Demolition permits.
Finding: This amendment requires the notification of the occupants of a residential building prior
to the issuance of a demolition permit, and requires that the building be vacated prior to the
issuance of the demolition permit. This is an administrative amendment that is needed to ensure
the safety of the occupants of a building which is proposed to be demolished.
16.04.070 Section 105.5 of Division II'amended -Expiration.
Finding: This is an administrative amendment to clarify when a permit expires.
16.04.080 Section 109.6 of Division II amended Refunds; 16.04.100
of Division II added -Re-Inspections.
Section 110.7
Finding: These amendments bring the administrative provisions of the California Building Code
into compliance with the Palo Alto Municipal Code and the organization of the City of Palo
Alto.
16.04.100
16.04.110
16.04.120
Section 111.1 of Division II amended -Use and occupancy
Section 111.3 of Division II amended -Temporary occupancy
Section 111.5 of Division II added -Posting
Finding: These administrative amendments provide for a Certificate of Occupancy to be issued
for each occupancy change of a building or portion thereof. The amendment is needed for the
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building to be inspected when tenants change to ascertain compliance with life safety and
accessibility requirements. These sections also permit the issuance of a Temporary Occupancy
Certificate provided all life safety and accessibility requirements have been complied with prior
to completion of the entire project.
B. Explanation of Amendments to conform California Building Code, as amended locally, to
California Fire Code, as amended locally
16.04.130
16.04.140
16.04.150
16.04.160
16.04.170
16.04.180
16.04.210
16.04.220
16.04.230
Section 702A amended -Defmitions (Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area)
Section 902.1 amended -Definitions
Section 903.2 amended -Where required
Section 907.2.11 amended -Single-and multiple-station smoke alarms
Section 1206.3.4 added -Roof guardrails at interior courts
Section 1505.1.4 amended -Roofmg requirements in a Wildland-Urban
Interface Fire Area
Section 3302.3 added -Fire walls
Section 3310.1 amended -Stahways required
Section 3310.3 added -Required means of egress
Finding: These amendments make the provisions of the California Building Code, 2010
Edition, as amended locally, consistent with those of the California Fire Code, 2010 Edition, as
amended locally pursuant to Section 18941.5 of the Health and Safety Code. The Findings for
these amendments are more specifically set forth in Exhibit "A" of the City's Ordinance
adopting the California Fire Code, 2010 Edition. In general, these amendments have been
recognized by the City of Palo Alto as tools for addressing the fire problems, concerns and future
direction by which the authority can establish and maintain an environment that will afford a
level of fire and life safety to all who live and work within the City's boundaries. Based on the
specific findings that identify the unique local climatic, geologic and topographic conditions within
the City of Palo Alto, these amendments are also considered reasonable and necessary. The
experience of several disastrous fires within the city, in addition to other fires in Santa Clara,
Monterey, San Mateo, Alameda and Contra Costa Counties have demonstrated the need for
additional fire protection features in new buildings and those that are under construction. The
implementation of these amendments may reduce the severity and potential of loss of life and
property due to fire.
C. Findings for Substantive Local Amendments
16.04.190 Section 1612.1.1 added -Palo Alto Flood Hazard Regulations
Finding: This section is amended to conforril to other provisions of the Palo Alto Municipal
Code and to comply with the National Flood Insurance Program (implementing the National
Flood Act of 1968, as amended), and federal regulations adopted thereunder, for the purpose of
promoting public health, safety 'and general welfare and to minimize public and private losses
due to flood conditions in the mapped Flood Hazard areas of the City ..
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16.04.200 Table 1809.7 amended -Prescriptive Footings Supporting Walls of Light-
Frame Construction
Finding: This amendment is necessary and justified due to the documented existence of
expansive soil conditions throughout much of Palo Alto as shown on published geotechnical and
geologic hazard maps in the City'S Comprehensive Plan. The prescribed minimum foundation
requirements are based on sound engineering practices~
16.04.240 Section 3405.2.4 added -Seismic Evaluation and Design Procedures for Repairs;
Finding: The greater San Francisco Bay region is a densely populated area with many buildings
constructed over and near a vast array of fault systems capable of producing major earthquakes,
including but not limited to, the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake, and similar disasters. This
amendment is intended to promote pre-disaster mitigation measures as part of repairs and
renovations to existing buildings, as well as establish reasonable repair and reconstruction
requirements for damaged buildings, in a manner consistent with the Federal Emergency
Management Agency's (FEMA's) implementation of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and
Emergency Assistance Act, as amended, ("Stafford Act"), and other relevant informationso that
Public Assistance funds may be secured for the repair and restoration of eligible government and
non-profit facilities damaged in a declared disaster.
16.04.250 Section 3404.7 added -Suspended ceiling systems
Finding: This amendment requires that existing suspended ceilings be braced for lateral forces at
the time of remodel work. This amendment is necessary because the greater San Francisco Bay
region is a densely populated area with many buildings constructed over and near a vast array of
fault systems capable of producing major earthquakes, including but not limited to, the 1989
Loma Prieta Earthquake.
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Ordinance No. ---
Ordinance of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Repealing
Chapter 16.05 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code and Amending
Title 16 to Adopt a New Chapter 16.05,
California Mechanical Code, 2010 Edition
The Council of the City of Palo Alto does ORDAIN as follows:
SECTION 1. Chapter 16.05 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code is hereby amended
by repealing in its entirety and adopting a new Chapter 16.05 to read as follows:
16.05 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE.
16.05.010 2010 California Mechanical Code adopted.
The California Mechanical Code, 2010 Edition, Title 24, Part 4 of the California Code of
Regulations, is adopted and hereby incorporated in this Chapter by reference and made a part hereof
the same as if fully set forth herein. One copy of the California Mechanical Code, 2010 edition, has
been filed for use and examination of the public in the Office of the Building Official of the City of
Palo Alto.
Wherever the phrases "California Mechanical Code" or "Mechanical Code" are used in this code or
any ordinance of the City, such phrases shall be deemed and construed to refer and apply to the
California Mechanical Code, 2010 Edition, as adopted by this Chapter.
16.05.020 2010 California Mechanical Code Appendix Chapters B, C and D adopted.
The following Appendix Chapters of the California Mechanical Code, 2010 edition, are adopted
and incorporated in this Chapter by reference and made a part hereof the same as if fully set forth
herein:
A~ Appendix B Procedures to Be Followed to Place Gas Equipment in Operation
B. Appendix C -Installation and Testing of Oil (Liquid) Fuel-Fired Equipment
C. Appendix D Unit Conversion Tables
16.05.030 Enforcement --Citation authority.
The following designated employee positions may enforce the provisions of this Chapter by the
issuance of citations. Persons employed in such positions are authorized to exercise the authority
provided in Penal Code section 836.5 and are authorized to issue citations for violations of this
Chapter. The designated employee positions are: (l) chief building official; (2) assistant
building official; (3) supervisor, building inspection; and (4) code enforcement officer.
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SECTION 2. The Council finds that this project is exempt from the provisions of
the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"), pursuant to Section 15061 of the CEQA
Guidelines, because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the code herein
adopted will have a significant effect on the environment.
SECTION 3.
date of its adoption.
INTRODUCED:
PASSED:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTENTIONS:
ATTEST:
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Senior Deputy City Attorney
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Mayor
APPROVED:
City Manager
Director of Planning & Community
Environment
Director of Administrative Services
ATTACHMENT C
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Ordinance No. --
Ordinance of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Adopting a
New Chapter 16.06 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code,
California Residential Code, 2010 Edition, and Local
Amendments and Related Findings
The Council of the City of Palo Alto does ORDAIN as follows:
SECTION 1. Title 16 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code is amended to adopt a
new Chapter 16.06 to read as follows:
16.06.010 2010 California Residential Code adopted.
The California Residential Code, 2010 Edition, Title 24, Part 2.5 of the California Code of
Regulations,. together with those omissions, amendments, exceptions and additions thereto, is
adopted and hereby incorporated in this Chapter by reference and made a part hereof the same as
if fully set forth herein. One copy of the California Residential Code, 2010 Edition, has been filed
for use and examination of the public in the Office of the Building Official of the City of Palo
Alto.
Wherever the phrases "California Residential Code" or "Residential Code" are used in this code
or any ordinance of the city, such phrases shall be deemed and construed to refer and apply to the
California Residential Code, 2010 Edition, as adopted by this Chapter.
16.06.020 2010 California Residential Code Appendix Chapters adopted.
The following Appendix Chapters of the California Residential Code, 2010 Edition, are adopted
and hereby iricorporated in this Chapter by reference and made a part hereof the same as if fully
set forth herein:
A. Appendix G -Swimming Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs
B. Appendix H -Patio Covers
16.06.030 Cross -References to California Residential Code.
The provisions of this Chapter contain cross-references to the provisions of the California
Residential Code, 2010 Edition, in order to facilitate reference and comparison to those
provisions.
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16.06.040 Enforcement --Citation Authority.
The employee positions designated in this section may enforce the provisions of this chapter
by the issuance of citations; persons employed in such positions are authorized to exercise the
authority provided in Penal Code section 836.5 and are authorized to issue citations for
violations of this chapter. The designated employee positions are: (l) chief building official;
(2) assistant building official; (3) building inspection supervisor; and (4) code enforcement
officer.
16.06.050 Local Amendments.
The provisions of this Chapter shall constitute local amendments to the cross-referenced
provisions of the California Residential Code, 2010 Edition, and shall be deemed to replace the
cross-referenced sections of said Code with the respective provisions set forth in this Chapter.
16.06.60 Chapter 1, Division II amended -Administration.
Chapter 1, Division II of the California Residential Code is amended to read:
DIVISION II
ADMINISTRATION
The provisions 0/ Chapter 1 (Scope and Administration), Division II (Scope
and Administration), o/the California Building Code, 2010 Edition, as locally
amended and adopted, shall apply to this code.
16.06.070 Section R202 amended -Definitions added.
Section R202 of the California Residential Code is amended to include the following definitions:
DUAL SENSOR PHOTOELECTRIC/lONIZATION SMOKE DETECTOR OR
ALARM. A smoke alarm or detector that utilizes both photoelectric and
ionization methods in a single device.
IONIZATION SMOKE DETECTOR OR ALARM A smoke alarm or detector
that uses a small amount of radioactive material to detect invisible particles
generated by flame.
PHOTOELECTRIC SMOKE DETECTOR OR ALARM. A smoke alarm or
detector that uses a light-source to detect the presence of smoke.
WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE FIRE AREA is a geographical area
identified by the State of California as a ((Fire Hazard Severity Zone" in
accordance with Public Resources Code Sections 4201 through 4202 and
Government Code Sections 51175 through 51189, or other areas designated by
the enforcing agency to be at a significant risk from wildfires. Within the city
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limits of the City of Palo Alto, "Wildland-Urban Fire Interface Area" shall also
include all areas west of Interstate 280, and all other areas recommended as a
(( Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone" by the Director of the California
Department of Forestry.
16.06.080 Section R313.2 amended -One-and two-family dwellings automatic fire
sprinkler systems.
Section R313.2 of the California Residential Code is amended to read:
R313.2 One-and two-family dwellings automatic fire sprinkler systems. Approved
automatic sprinkler systems in new one-and two-family dwellings and in existing
modified one-and two-family dwellings shall be provided in accordance with this
. section.
1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughoutaZl new
residential buildings and structures.
Exception: New detached Group U occupancies, buildings or structures that do
not exceed 1,000 square feet of building area.
2. An automatic sprinkler system. shall be provided throughout all existing
buildings when modifications are made that create an increase in fire area beyond
3,600 square feet or that create an increase in the number of stories to two (2) or
more.
Exception: One-time additions to existing buildings made after January 1, 1994
that do not exceed 500 square feet in building area.
3. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all new
basements regardless of size and throughout existing basements that are
expanded by more than 50%.
4. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all new buildings
located in the deSignated Wildland-Urban Interface Fire areas:
Exception: Any detached non-residential accessory structures to' single family
residences that have afire area of500 square feet or less.
5. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all existing buildings
located in the designated Wildland-Urban Interface Fire areas when modifications
are made that increases the fire area.
Exception: One-time additions to existing buildings made after January 1, 1994
that do not exceed 500 square feet in fire area.
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16.06.090 Section R314.1 amended -Smoke detection and notification.
Section R314.1 of the California Residential Code is amended to read:
R314.1 Smoke detection and notification. Listed single-and multiple-station
smoke alarms complying with UL 217 shall be installed in accordance with the
provisions of this code and the household warning equipment provisions of NFP A
72.
Smoke alarms more than 10 years old shall not be considered as satisfying any
requirement of this code or of the Health and Safety Code Section 13113 and
shall be. immediately replaced by the owner with a smoke alarm that complies
with this section.
Smoke alarms and smoke detectors installed on or after January 1, 2011 in
compliance with this code or with the provisions of the Health and Safety Code
Section 13113 shall also meet the follOWing requirements:
1. Smoke detectors or smoke alarms located within 20 feet of a kitchen or a
bathroom containing a tub or shower shall be photoelectric detectors or
alarms.
2. In any other required locations, photoelectric detectors or alarms, or dual
sensor photoelectric/ionization detectors or alarms, shall be installed.
Ionization smoke detectors or alarms may be additionally installed in thes~
areas, but shall not be considered as satisfying any requirement of this code
or of Health and Safety Code Section 13113.
Exception: A fire alarm system with smoke detectors located in accordance with,
dnd meeting the requirements of, this section may be installed in lieu of smoke
alarms. Upon actuation of the detector, only those notification appliances in the
dwelling unit or guest rooms where the detectors are actuated shall activate.
16.06.100 Section R322.1 amended -General.
The following paragraph is added to Section R322.1 of the California Residential Code:
Palo Alto Flood, Hazard Regulations. Notwithstanding the provisions of this
section, all construction or development within a flood hazard area (areas
depicted as a Special Flood Hazard Area on Flood Insurance Rate Maps
published by the Federal Emergency Management Agency) shall comply with the
City of Palo Alto Flood Hazard Regulations (Palo Alto Municipal Code Chapter
16.52). Where discrepancies exist between the requirements of this code and said
regulations, the provisions of said regulations shall apply.
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16.06.110 Section R329 added -Sound Transmission.
Section R329 is added to the California Residential Code to read:
SECTION R329
SOUND TRANSMISSION
R329.1 GeneraL For building standards and regulations governing sound
transmission, refer to Section 1207 of the California Building Code.
16.06.120 Section R403.1.8 amended -Foundations on expansive soils.
Section R403.1.8 of the California Residential Code is amended to read:
R403.1.8 Foundations on expansive soils. Foundations and floor slabs for
buildings located on expansive soils shall be designed in accordance with Section
1808.6 or Table 1809. 7 of the California Building Code.
16.06.130 Table R602.10.1.2(2) amended -Bracing Requirements Based on Seismic
Design Category.
Footnote d is added to Table R602.l0.1.2(2) to read as follows:
d. In Seismic Design Categories Do, DJ and D2, Method GB is not permitted and the
use of Method PCP is limited to one-story singlejamily dwellings and accessory
structures.
16.06.140 Section R902.1.4 amended -Roofmg requirements in a Wildland-Urban
Interlace Fire Area.
Section R902:1.4 of the California Residential Code is amended to read:
R902.1.4 Roofing requirements in a Wildland-Urban Inteiface Fire Area. The
entire roof covering on new structures and existing structures on which more than
50 percent of the total roof area is replaced within anyone-year period, and any
roof covering applied in the alteration, repair or replacement of roofs on existing
structures, shall be a fire-retardant roof covering that is at least Class A. Roofing
requirements for structures located in a Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area shall
also comply with Section R32 7. 5.
16.06.150 Section RI003.9.2 added -Repairs, replacements and alterations.
Section RI003.9.2 is added to the California Residential Code to read:
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R1003.9.2 Repairs, replacements and alterations. When any repair, replacement
or alteration to the roof of an existing structure is performed, a spark arrester
shall be installed on the existing chimney in accordance with Section R1003.9.1.
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SECTION 2. The CoUncil adopts the findings for local amendments to the
California Residential Code, 2010 Edition, attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and incorporated
herein by reference.
SECTION 3. The Council finds that this project is exempt from the provisions
of the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQ A"), pursuant to Section 15061 of the
CEQA Guidelines, because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the
amendnlentsherein adopted will have a significant effect on the environment.
SECTION 4.
date of its adoption.
INTRODUCED:
PASSED:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTENTIONS:
ATTEST:
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Senior Deputy City Attorney
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APPROVED:
City Manager
Director of Planning & Community
Environment
Director of Administrative
Services
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EXHIBIT" A"
FINDINGS FOR LOCAL AMENDMENTS
TO CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE
Section 17958 of the California Health and Safety Code provides that the City may make
changes to the provisions of the California Building Standards Code. Sections 17958.5 and
17958.7 of the Health and Safety Code require that for each proposed local change to those
provisions of the California Building Standards Code which regulate buildings used for human
habitation, the City Council must make findings supporting its determination that each such
local change is reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological, or topographical
conditions.
A. Explanation of Administrative Amendments
16.06.060 Chapter 1, Division II amended -Administration.
Finding: This amendment brings the administrative provisions of the California Residential
Code into compliance with those of the California Building Code as locally amended and
adopted, the Palo Alto Municipal Code and the organization of the City of Palo Alto.
B. Explanation of Amendments to confonn CalifomiaResidential Code, as amended locally,
to California Fire Code, as amended locally
16.06.070
16.06.080
16.06.090
16.06.140
16.06.150
Section Rl02 amended -Definitions added.
Section R313.2 amended -One-and two-family dwellings automatic fire
sprinkler systems.
Section R314.1 amended -Smoke detection and notification.
Section R902.1.4 amended -Roofmg requirements in a Wildland-Urban
Interface Fire Area.
Section Rl 003.9.2 added -Repairs, replacements and alterations.
Finding: These amendments make the provisions of the California Residential Code, 2010
Edition, as amended locally, consistent with those of the California Fire Code, 2010 Edition,
as amended locally pursuant to Section 18941.5 of the Health and Safety Code. The Findings
for these amendments are more specifically set forth in Exhibit "A" of the City's Ordinance
adopting the California Fire Code, 2010 Edition. In general, these amendments have been
recognized by the City of Palo Alto as tools for addressing the fire problems, concerns and
future direction by which the authority can establish and maintain an environment that will
afford a level of fire and life safety to all who live and work within the City's boundaries.
Based on the specific findings that identify the unique local climatic, . geologic and topographic
conditions within the City of Palo Alto, these amendments are also considered reasonable and
necessary. The experience of several disastrous fires within the city, in addition to other fires
in Santa Clara, Monterey, San Mateo, Alameda and Contra Costa Counties have
demonstrated the need for additional 1 fire protection features in new buildings and those that
are under construction. Implementation of these amendments may reduce the severity and
potential of loss of life and property due to fire.
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C .. Findings for Substantive Local Amendments
16.06.100 Section R322.1 amended -General.
Finding: This section is amended to conform to other provisions of the Palo Alto Municipal
Code and to comply with the National Flood Insurance Program (implementing the National
Flood Act of 1968, as amended), and federal regulations adopted thereunder, for the purpose of
promoting public health, safety and general welfare and to minimize public and private losses
due to flood conditions in the mapped Flood Hazard areas of the City.
16.06.110 Section R329 added -Sound Transmission.
Finding: This section merely makes reference to and incorporates the provisions of California
Building Code Section 1207 to provide design guidance and requirements for sound
transmission within buildings. It is included in lieu of Appendix Chapter K that was not
adopted by any State agencies.
16.06.120 Section R403.1.8 amended -Foundations on expansive soils.
Finding: This amendment is necessary and justified due to the documented existence of
expansive soil conditions throughout much of Palo Alto as shown on published geotechnical
and geologic hazard maps in the City's Comprehensive Plan. The prescribed minimum
foundation requirements are based on sound engineering practices.
16.06.130 Table R602.10.1.2(2) amended -Bracing Requirements Based on Seismic
Design Category.
Finding: This amendment limits the bracing methods that can be used for walls within certain
seismic design categories and is based on sound engineering principles. The amendment is
necessary because the greater San Francisco Bay region is a densely populated area with many
buildings constructed over and near a vast array of fault systems capable of producing major
earthquakes, including but not limited to, the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake. These fault
systems place structures within the City of Palo Alto at greater risk of damage or collapse due
to earthquakes.
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Ordinance No. ---
Ordinance of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Repealing
Chapter 16.08 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code and
Amending Title 16 to Adopt a New Chapter 16.08,
California Plumbing Code, 2010 Edition, and
Local Amendments
The Council of the City of Palo Alto does ORDAIN as follows:
SECTION 1. Chapter 16.08 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code is hereby amended
by repealing in its entirety Chapter 16.08 and adopting a new Chapter 16.08 to read as follows:
16.08 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE
16.08.010 2010 California Plumbing Code adopted.
The California Plumbing Code, 2010 Edition, Title 24, Part 5 of the California Code of Regulations
together with those omissions, amendments, exceptions and additions thereto, is adopted and hereby
incorporated in this Chapter by reference and made a part hereof the same as if fully set forth herein.
One copy of the California Plumbing Code, 2010 edition, has been filed for use and examination of
the public in the Office of the Building Official of the City of Palo Alto.
Wherever the phrases "California Plumbing Code" or "Plumbing Code" are used in this code or any
ordinance of the City, such phrases shall be deemed and construed to refer and apply to the
California Plun1bing Code, 2010 Edition, as adopted by this Chapter.
16.08.020 2010 California Plumbing Code Appendix Chapters adopted.
The following Appendix Chapters of the California PlUmbing Code, 2010 Edition, are adopted and
hereby incorporated in this Chapter by reference and made a part hereof the same as if fully set
forth herein:
A. Appendix A -Recommended Rules for Sizing the Water Supply Syste~
B. Appendix B -Explanatory Notes on Combination Waste and Vent Systems
C. Appendix I -Installation Standards
16.08.030 Cross -References to California Plumbing Code.
The provisions of this Chapter contain cross-references to the provisions of the California
Plumbing Code, 2010 Edition, in order to facilitate reference and comparison to those provisions.
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16.08.040 Enforcement --Citation authority.
The employee positions designated in this section may enforce the provisions of this chapter by
the issuance of citations; persons employed in such positions are authorized to exercise the
authority provided in Penal Code section 836.5 and are authorized to issue citations for
violations of this chapter. The designated employee positions are: (1) chief building official; (2)
assistant building official; (3) building inspection supervisor; and (4) code enforcement officer.
16.08.050 Local Amendments.
The provisions of this Chapter shall constitute local amendments to the cross-referenced provisions
of the California Plumbing Code, 2010 Edition, and shall be deemed to replace the cross-referenced
sections of said Code with the respective provisions set forth in this Chapter.
16.08.060 Section 305.4 added -Sewers Required.
Section 305.4 is added to the California Plumbing Code to read:
305.4 (Palo Alto Sewer Use Ordinance referenced). All non-domestic waste shall
comply with the City of Palo Alto Sewer Use Ordinance (Palo Alto
Municipal Code Chapter 16.09). Where discrepancies exist between the
requirements of this code and said ordinance, the provisions of said
ordinance shall apply.
16.08.070 Section 605.9 added -Valves.
Section 605.9 is added to the California Plumbing Code to read:
605.9 (Hose bibs required). All commercial and industrial buildings where the
building face is parallel to the city sidewalk shall have a hose bib connection
installed, conveniently available to accommodate persons washing the building
face or watering plants.
16.08.080 Section 701.1.4 amended -Materials.
Section 701.1.4 of the California Plumbing Code is amended to read:
701.1.4 Copper, copper alloys, lead and lead alloys, including brass, shall not
be used for building sanitary sewer systems except for domestic waste
sink traps and short lengths of associated connecting pipes where
alternate materials are not practical.
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Where permitted by the Building Official, copper tube for drainage and
vent piping shall have a weight of not less than that of copper drainage
tube type DWV
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16.08.090 Table 7-1 amended -Materials for Drain, Waste, Vent Pipe and Fittings.
Footnote 2 is added to Table 7-1 to read as follows:
2 For limitations on the use of Brass· and Copper (fype D WV) refer to Section
701.1.4.
16.08.100 Section 710.1 amended -Drainage of Fixtures Located Below the Next
Upstream Manhol~ or Below the Main Sewer Level.
Section 710.1 of the California Plumbing Code is amended to read:
710.1 Drainage piping serving fixtures with flood level rims located below one
foot above the elevation of the next upstream manhole cover of the public or
private sewer serving such drainage piping shall be protected from backjlow of
sewage by installing an approved backwater valve. Fixtures above such elevation
shall not discharge through the backwater valve except as approved by the local
administrative authority. On existing structures, the backwater valve may be
installed on the private property sewer lateral upstream of the building's cleanout
at the public right of way.
16.08.110 Section 714.4 amended -Damage to Public Sewer or Private Sewage
System.
Section 714.4 of the California Plumbing Code is amended to read:
714.4 (Commercial Food Waste Grinders Prohibited). The installation of a
. commercial food waste grinder connecting to a private sewage disposal system is
prohibited.
16.08.120 Section 719.7 added -Cleanouts.
Section 719.7 is added to the California Plumbing Code to read:
719.7 A cleanout shall be provided at the point of connection between the
building sewer and the city lateral and an approved fitting shall be used to bring
the cleanout riser to grade. Where sewer cleanouts are to be connected to
existing city laterals, such connections shall be accomplished by use of an
approved fitting.
16.08.130 Section 808.0 amended -Cooling Water.
Section 808.0 of the California Plumbing Code is amended to read:
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808.0 Single Pass Cooling Water Systems Prohibited. Clean running water
used exclusively as a cooling medium in an appliance, device, or apparatus is
prohibited
16.08.140 Section 1014.1.3 amended -Food Waste Disposal Units and Dishwashers.
Section 10.14.1.3 of the California Plumbing Code is amended to read:
1014.1.3 Food Waste Disposal Units and Dishwashers. Unless specifically
required or permitted by the Authority Having Jurisdiction, no dishwasher shall be
connected to or discharge into any grease interceptor. Commercial Food Waste
Disposal Units are prohibited.
16.08.150 Section 1101.3 amended -Storm Drainag~, Material Uses.
Section 1101.3 of the California Plumbing Code is amended to read:
1101.3 Material Uses. Rainwater piping placed within the interior of a building or
run within a vent or shaft shall be of cast iron, galvanized steel, wrought iron,
Schedule 40 ABS Dwv, Schedule 40 PVC Dwv, stainless steel 304 or 316L
(stainless steel 304 pipe andfittings shall not be installed underground and shall be
kept not less than six (6) inches (152 mm) aboveground), or other approved
materials, and changes in direction shall conform to the requirements of Section
706.0. ABS and PVC DWV piping installations shall be installed in accordance
with IS 5 and IS 9. Except for individual single{amily dwelling units, materials
exposed within ducts or plenums shall have a flame-spread index of a maximum of
twenty-jive (25) and a smoke-developed index of a maximum of fifty (50), when
tested in accordance with the Test for Surface-Burning Characteristics of the
Building Materials (see the Building Code standards based on ASTM E 84 and UL
723.).
[HCD 1 & HCD 2 JABS or PVC installations are limited to not more than two
stories of areas of residential accommodation.
16.08.160 Section 1101.9 amended -Filling Stations and Motor Vehicle Washing
Establishments.
Section 1101.9 of the California Plumbing Code is amended to read:
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1101.9 Motor Vehicle Washing Establishments. Motor vehicle washing
establishments shall have the paved areas sloped towards sumps or gratings within
the property lines. Curbs not less than six (6) inches (152 mm) high shall be placed
where required to direct water to gratings or sumps.
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16.06.110 Section R329 added -Sound Transmission.
Section R329 is added to the California Residential Code to read:
SECTION R329
SOUND TRANSMISSION
R329.1 GeneraL For building standards and regulations governing sound
transmission, refer to Section 1207 of the California Building Code.
16.06.120 Section R403.1.8 amended -Foundations on expansive soils.
SectionR403.1.8 of the CalifomiaResidential Code is amended to read:
R403.1.8 Foundations on expansive soils. Foundations and floor slabs for
buildings located on expansive soils shall be designed in accordance with Section
1808.6 or Table 1809. 7 of the California Building Code.
16.06.130 Table R602.10.1.2(2) amended -Bracing Requirements Based on Seismic
Design Category.
Footnote d is added to Table R602.l0.1.2(2) to read as follows:
d. In Seismic Design Categories Do, D 1 and D2, Method GB is not permitted and the
use of Method PCP is limited to one-story single1amily dwellings and accessory
structures.
16.06.140 Section R902.1.4 amended -Roofmg requirements in a Wildland-Urban
Interface Fire Area.
Section R902.1.4 of the California Residential Code is amended to read:
R902.1.4 Roofing requirements in a Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area. The
entire roof covering on new structures and existing structures on which more than
50 percent of the total roof area is replaced within anyone-year period, and any
roof covering applied in the alteration, repair or replacement of roofs on existing
structures, shall be a fire-retardant roof covering that is at least Class A. Roofing
requirements for structures located in a Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area shall
also comply with Section R32 7. 5.
16.06.150 Section Rl003.9.2 added -Repairs, replacements and alterations.
Section RI003.9.2 is added to the California Residential Code to read:
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R1003.9.2 Repairs, replacements and alterations. When any repair, replacement
or alteration to the roof of an existing structure is performed, a spark arrester
shall be installed on the existing chimney in accordance with Section R1 003. 9.1.
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SECTION 2. The Council adopts the findings for local amendments to the
California Residential Code, 2010 Edition, attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and incorporated
herein by reference.
SECTION 3. The Council finds that this project is exempt from the provisions
of the Califonlia Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"), pursuant to Section 15061 of the
CEQA Guidelines, because it can be seen with certainty that'there is no possibility that the
amendments herein adopted will have a significant effect on the environment.
SECTION 4.
date of its adoption.
INTRODUCED:
PASSED:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTENTIONS:
ATTEST:
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Senior Deputy City Attorney
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This ordinance shall be effective on the thirty-first day after the
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Mayor
APPROVED:
City Manager
Director of Planning & Community
Environment
Director of Administrative
Services
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EXHIBIT "A"
FINDINGS FOR LOCAL AMENDMENTS TO
CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE, 2010 EDITION
Section 17958 of the California Health and Safety Code provides that the City may make
changes to the provisions in the uniform codes that are published in the California Building
Standards Code. Sections 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the Health and Safety Code require that for
each proposed local change to those provisions in the uniform codes and published in the
California Building Standards Code which regulate buildings used for human habitation, the City
Council must make findings supporting its determination that each such local change IS
reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions.
Local building regulations having the effect of amending the uniform codes, which were adopted
by the City prior to November 23, 1970, were unaffected by the regulations of Sections 17958,
17958.5 and 17958.7 of the Health and Safety Code. Therefore, amendments to the uniform
codes which were adopted by the City Council prior to November 23, 1970, and have been
carried through from year to year without significant change, need no required findings. Also,
amendments to provisions not regulating buildings used for human habitation, including
amendments made only for administrative consistency, do not require findings.
The findings made by the Council of the City of Palo Alto in Ordinance 3215 adopting the 1979
Uniform Plumbing Code reaffirmed the findings which had been made by prior Council actions
in adopting amendments to the Uniform PlUmbing Code subsequent to November 23, 1970.
Such findings have been reaffirmed with each successive adoption of the Uniform Plumbing
Code (California Plumbing Code) as published in the California Building Standards Code, and
are hereby reaffirmed and expressly made applicable to all local amendments that are hereby
again adopted and carried through without significant change.
16.08.60 Section 305.4 added -(Palo Alto Sewer Use Ordinance referenced).
Finding: This section is amended to conform to other provisions of the Palo Alto Municipal
Code and is specifically authorized in Section 305.3 of the California Plumbing Code.
16.08.080 -Section 701.1.4 amended -Materials; 16.08.090-Table 7-1 amended; 16.08.150-
Section 1101.3 amended -Material Uses; 16.08.170-Section 1105.1.2 amended -Roof
Drains (Materials).
Finding: These amendments prohibit the use of lead, copper and brass piping in sanitary
drainage systems within buildings, except in limited circumstances or when specifically
approved by the Building Official. The City's Regional Water Quality Control Plant has, for
many years, implemented programs to reduce copper and other heavy metal discharges into San
Francisco Bay to comply with State Regional Water Quality Control Board requirements. These
amendments are consistent with and support the City's efforts to reduce the amount of copper
and heavy metal influent to the Plant in accordance with the City's approved Copper Action Plan
and NPDES (Discharge) Permit under which the Plant operates.
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16.08.100 Section 710.1 amended -Drainage of Fixtures Located Below the Next
Upstream Manhole or Below the Main Sewer Level; 16.08.110 Section 714.4 amended -
Commercial Food Waste Grinders Prohibited; 16.08.120 Section 719.7 added -Cleanouts;
16.08.140, Section 1014.1.3 amended -Food Waste Disposal Units and Dishwashers.
Finding: These amendments are required by the location of the City of Palo Alto between the
Santa Cruz Mountain foothills and the San Francisco Bay, and the presence of several substantial
creeks flowing through highly developed residential, urban and industrial areas. The City
operates its own sanitary sewage collection system and Regional Water Quality Control Plant
and is subject to State and Federal laws regarding both point and non-point source discharges.
These amendments promote compliance with State Water Resources Control Board requirements
to minimize sanitary sewer overflows caused by blockages in the sewer system and protect the
various creeks, the San Francisco Bay and Palo Alto residents from unnecessary sewage spills
and threats to public health.
16.08.130 Section 808.0 amended -Single Pass Cooling Water Systems Prohibited.
Finding: This amendment promotes water conservation by prohibiting potable water from being
used' solely for the purpose of cooling appliances and other mechanical systems. This
amendment is necessitated by local climatic conditions rendering potable water as a scarce and
valuable resource.
16.08.160 Section 1101.9 amended -Motor Vehicle Washing Establishments.
Finding: This amendment prohibits the paved areas of public filling stations from draining
towards sumps and gratings that could otherwise be connected to the sanitary sewage collection
system, which in addition to polluting the sanitary sewer, could cause explosions or other
hazardous events. The amendment is consistent with Best Management Practices contained
within the City's Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan as well as statewide best practice
guidelines for the proper design of motor vehicle fueling stations.
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Ordinance No. ---
Ordinance of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Repealing
Chapter 16.16 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code and Amending
Title 16 to Adopt a New Chapter 16.16, California
Electrical Code, 2010 Edition
The Council of the City of Palo Alto does ORDAIN as follows:
SECTION 1. Chapter 16.16 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code is hereby amended .
by repealing in its entirety and adopting a new Chapter 16.16 to read as follows:
16.16 ELECTRICAL CODE
16.16.010 2010 California Electrical Code adopted.
The California Electrical Code, 2010 Edition, Title 24, Part 3 of the California Code of Regulations,
together with those omissions, amendments, exceptions and additions thereto, are adopted and
hereby incorporated into this Chapter by reference and made a part hereof the same as if fully set
forth herein. One copy of the California Electrical Code, 2010 edition, has been filed for use and
examination of the public in the Office of the Building Official of the City of Palo Alto.
Wherever the phrases "California Electrical Code" or "Electrical Code" are used in this code or any
ordinance of the City, such phrases shall be deemed and construed to refer and apply to the
California Electrical Code, 2010 Edition, as adopted by this Chapter.
16.16.020 Enforcement --Citation auth~rity.
The following designated employee positions may enforce the provisions of this chapter by the
issuance of citations. Persons employed in such positions are authorized to exercise the authority
provided in Penal Code section 836.5 and are authorized to issue citations for violations of this
chapter. The designated employee positions are: (1) chief building official; (2) assistant building
official; (3) supervisor, building inspection; and (4) code enforcement officer.
SECTION 2. The Council finds that this project is exempt from the provisions of
the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"), pursuant to Section 15061 of the CEQA
Guidelines, because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the code herein
adopted will have a significant effect on the environment.
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SECTION 3.
date of its adoption.
INTRODUCED:
PASSED:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTENTIONS:
ATTEST:
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
This ordinance shall be effective on the thirty-first day after the
Mayor
APPROVED:
Senior Assistant City Attorney. City Manager
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Director of Planning & Community
Environment
Director of Administrative Services