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January 10, 2011
Kathie Hart, Chief Deputy City Clerk
Office of the City Clerk
City of Palm Springs
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Palm Springs, CA 92263-2743
Dear Ms. Hart:
This letter is to acknowledge receipt on December 17, 2010 of the City of Palm Springs
submittal pertaining to Resolution No. 22821 with findings and is acceptable for filing.
Per Health and Safety Code Section 17958.8 no modification or change to the California
Building Standards Code shall become effective or operative for any purpose until the
finding and the modification or change have been filed with the California Building
Standards Commission (the Commission).
This letter attests only to the filing of these local modifications with the Commission,
which is not authorized by law to determine the merit of the filing.
As a reminder, local modifications are specific to a particular edition of the Code. They
must be readopted and filed with the Commission in order to remain in effect when the
next triennial edition of the Code is published. In addition, should you receive Fire
Protection District ordinances for ratification, it is required to submit the ratified
ordinances to the Department of Housing and Community Development [H&SC Section
13869.7(c)], attention State Housing Law Program Manager, rather than the
Commission.
If you have any questions or need any further information, you may contact me at
(916) 263-0916.
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DATE: NOVEMBER 17, 2010 CONSENT CALENDAR
SUBJECT: SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE
NOS. 1780 AND 1781, ADOPTING AND AMENDING THE 2010
CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE AND ADOPTING AND
AMENDING THE 2010 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE
FROM: David H. Ready, City Manager
BY: Office of the City Clerk
SUMMARY:
The City Council will consider adoption of Ordinance Nos. 1780 and 1781.
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1780, "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING ARTICLE VII TO
CHAPTER 8.04 RELATING TO SWIMMING POOL SAFETY STANDARDS,
ADOPTING AND AMENDING THE 2010 EDITIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA
BUILDING CODE WITH APPENDICES C, I, AND J, THE 2010 CALIFORNIA
RESIDENTIAL CODE, INCLUDING APPENDIX H, THE 2010 CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE, THE 2010 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE, THE
2010 PLUMBING CODE AND ADOPTING THE 2010 EDITIONS OF THE
CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS, ENERGY, AND EXISTING
BUILDING CODES; AND THE 1997 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM HOUSING
CODE."
2. Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1781, "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND RESTATING
ARTICLE VI OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE,
RELATING TO THE ADOPTION AND AMENDMENT OF THE CALIFORNIA
FIRE CODE, 2010 EDITION."
STAFF ANALYSIS:
At its November 3, 2010, meeting Ordinance Nos. 1780 and 1781 were introduced by
the following vote:
AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Mills, Councilmember Weigel,
Mayor Pro Tern Hutcheson, and Mayor Pougnet.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
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City Council Staff Report
November 17, 2010 - Page 2
SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCES NO. 1780 and 1781
This report provides for the City Council to waive further reading and adopt the
ordinances. The ordinances shall be effective 30-days from adoption.
ames Thompson David H. Ready,
City Clerk City Manager
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Attachments:
Ordinance No. 1780
Ordinance No. 1781
ORDINANCE NO. 1780
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, ADDING ARTICLE VII TO CHAPTER 8.04
RELATING TO SWIMMING POOL SAFETY STANDARDS,
ADOPTING AND AMENDING THE 2010 EDITIONS OF
THE CALIFORNA BUILDING CODE WITH APPENDICES
C, I, AND J, THE 2010 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE,
INCLUDING APPENDIX H, THE 2010 CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE, THE 2010 CALIFORNIA
MECHANICAL CODE,THE 2010 PLUMBING CODE AND
ADOPTING THE 2010 EDITIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA
GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS, ENERGY, AND
EXISTING BUILDING CODES; AND THE 1997 EDITION OF
THE UNIFORM HOUSING CODE.
CITYATTORNEY SUMMARY
This Ordinance adopts the 2010 Editions of the California Building, Residential, Green
Building Standards Code, Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical, California Energy Code and
Existing Building Codes, adopted by the State of California and amends the 2010
Edition of the California Building Code, Residential Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical
Code and Electrical Code. This Ordinance readopts the 1997 Edition of the Uniform
Housing Code.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS ORDAINS:
SECTION 1. Article I of Chapter 8.04 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby
amended and restated to read:
ARTICLE I
BUILDING CODES
Section:
8.04.005 Citation of building Code.
8.04.010 California Building Code- Adopted.
8.04.015 California Building Code- Additions, amendments and deletions.
8.04.016 California Residential Code- Adopted.
8.04.017 California Residential Code- Additions, amendments and deletions.
8.04.020 California Mechanical Code- Adopted.
8.04.021 California Mechanical Code- Amended.
8.04.030 California Plumbing Code- Adopted.
8.04.031 California Plumbing Code- Amended.
8.04.035 Uniform Housing Code- Adopted
8.04.040 California Existing Building Code Appendix A-1-Adopted.
8.04.050 California Electrical Code- Adopted
8.04.055 California Electrical Code- Additions and Amendments
8.04.065 California Energy Code- Adopted
8.04.070 California Seismic Safety Commission Model Ordinance- Adopted.
8.040.72 California Seismic Safety Commission Model Ordinance- Additions
and Amendments.
8.04.090 California Green Building Standards Code- Adopted.
SECTION 2. Section 8.04.005 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby amended
to read as follows:
"8.04.005 Citation of Building Code.
This chapter, the California Building Code, Volumes 1 & 2, 2010 edition; the California
Residential Code, 2010 edition; the California Green Building Standards Code, 2010
edition; the Mechanical Code, 2010 edition; the California Plumbing Code, 2010 edition;
the California Electrical Code, 2010 edition; the California Existing Building Code, 2010
edition; the California Energy Code, 2010 edition; the Uniform Housing Code, 1997
edition; and the California Seismic Safety Commission Model Ordinance, may be
collectively referred to and cited as the "Palm Springs Building Code."
SECTION 3. Section 8.04.010 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby amended
to read as follows:
"8.04.010 California Building Code - Adopted.
These certain documents, a copy of each of which are on file in the office of the City
Clerk, being marked and designated as "California Building Code, Volumes 1 & 2, 2010
edition; and appendices C, I and J, including tables and indices thereto, except as
hereinafter modified, are hereby adopted as the Building Code of the City of Palm
Springs by reference, pursuant to the provisions of Section 50022.1 et seq. of
California Government Code."
SECTION 4. Section 8.04.015 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby amended
to read as follows:
"8.04.015 California Building Code - Additions, Amendments and Deletions.
The California Building Code adopted herein by reference is hereby amended by the
following additions, deletions and amendments:
1) Chapter 1 Division II, Scope and Administration, Subsection 105.2, Work exempt
from permit is amended as follows: Under "Building" list, items 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
and 12 are deleted.
2) Section 202 Definitions is amended by adding the following definitions:
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FIVE MINUTE FIRE DEPARTMENT RESPONSE TIME: The Five-Minute Fire
Department Response Time is defined as the time the fire station or response
personnel receive notification of a call for emergency service, allowing one-minute for
"firefighter turnout" and four-minutes for travel on paved streets. The Palm Springs Fire
Department Five-Minute Response Time Map is identified in Appendix L.
MID RISE BUILDING: Every building of any type of construction or occupancy having
floors used for human occupancy located 60 feet above the lowest floor level of fire
department access at ground level to the top of the structure shall be enhanced with
high-rise provisions as set forth in Section 508.1 of the California Fire Code.
MODEL ROCKET: shall mean any toy or educational device which weighs not more
than 500 grams, including the engine and any payload that is propelled by model rocket
engines.
MODEL ROCKET ENGINE: shall mean a commercially manufactured, non-reusable
rocket propulsion device which is constructed of a nonmetallic casing and solid
propellant, wherein all of the ingredients are self-contained so as not to require mixing
or handling by the user and which have design and construction characteristics
determined by the State Fire Marshal to provide a reasonable degree of safety to the
user.
3) Add subsection 901.6.1.1 Approval required.
Prior to the removal of any fire protection system, approval shall be obtained from the
fire code official.
4) Amend subsection 903.2 Where required.
Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be provided
in locations described in sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.20 as amended by this code.
For purposes of this code subsection regarding building size, fire resistive construction
shall not be considered for purposes of reducing the gross fire area of that building
(Exception: Group U Occupancies of non combustible Construction)
An approved automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in every Group A
Occupancy per section 903.2.1 including those that result from a change of use in an
existing building or potion thereof.
5) Delete subsection 903.2.1.1 Group A-1
6) Delete subsection 903.2.1.2 Group A-2
7) Delete subsection 903.2.1.3 Group A-3
8) Delete subsection 903.2.1.4 Group A-4
9) Delete subsection 903.2.1.5 Group A-5
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10) Amend subsection 1 of subsection 903.2.3 Group E.
1. Throughout all Group E fire areas greater than 3,000 square feet in area.
11) Amend Exception to subsection 903.2.3 Group E.
Exception: An automatic sprinkler system is not required in any fire area or area
below the level of exit discharge where every classroom throughout the building has at
least one exterior exit door at ground level and the fire area does not exceed 3,000
square feet
12) Amend subsection 1 and 3 of subsection 903.2.4 Group F to read as follows:
1. Where a Group F-1 fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet;
3. Where the combined area of all Group F-1 fire areas on all floors, including
any mezzanines, exceeds 3,000 square feet.
13) Amend subsection 1, 3 and 5 of subsection 903.2.7 Group M to read as follows:
1. Where a Group M fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet;
3. Where the combined area of all Group M fire areas on all floors, including any
mezzanines, exceeds 3,000 square feet.
5. The structure exceeds 3,000 square feet, contains more then one fire area
containing a group M occupancy and is separate into two or more
buildings by fire walls of less then 4-hour fire-resistance rating.
14) Amend subsection 1, 3 and 4 of subsection 903.2.9 Group S-1 to read as follows:
1. A Group S-1 fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet;
3. The combined area of all Group S-1 fire areas on all floors, including any
mezzanines, exceeds 3,000 square feet.
4. A Group S-1 fire area used for the storage of commercial trucks or buses
where the fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet.
15) Amend subsection 1, 2 and 4 of subsection 903.2.9.1 Repair garages to read as
follows:
1. Buildings two or more stories in height, including basements, with a fire area
containing a repair garage exceeding 3,000 square feet.
2. One=story buildings with a fire area containing a repair garage exceeding
3,000 square feet.
4. Group S-1 fire area used for repair of commercial trucks or buses where the
fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet.
16) Amend subsection 903.2.10 Group S-2.
An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings containing
Group S-2 occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:
1. A Group S-2 fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet;
17) Amend subsection 1 of subsection 903.2.10.1 Commercial parking garages.
1. Where the fire area of the enclosed parking garage exceeds 3,000 square
feet.
18) Add subsection 903.2.19 Group B. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided
throughout all new buildings containing a Group B occupancy that exceeds 3,000
square feet.
19) Add subsection 903.2.20 Group F-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be
provided throughout all new buildings containing a Group F-2 occupancy that exceeds
3,000 square feet.
20) Add Subsection 903.3.1.3.1 Pilot Heads. Pilot heads hall be required in attic areas
every 1,000 square feet or portion thereof.
21) Amend subsection 903.4.3 Floor control valves.
Approved supervised indicating control valves shall be provided at the point of
connection to the riser on each floor in buildings three or more stories in height unless
otherwise approved by the Fire Chief. Valve locations will be determined and approved
by the fire code official.
22) Add subsection 903.6.3 Increased square footage.
Any existing building or structure undergoing construction or alteration which adds
square footage exceeding the total area as prescribed in section 903.2, said building
shall require an approved automatic fire sprinkler system.
Exception: One and two-family dwellings adding gross floor area that results in the total
floor area of the building where not more than 1,500 GPM fire flow is required. (1,500
GPM fire flow equals 3,600 square feet in Type V wood frame buildings)
23) Add subsection 907.2.11.6 Smoke alarms to read as follows:
Upon sale of any residential dwelling and factory-built housing, the seller shall have
installed therein, permanently wired or battery powered approved detectors of products
of combustion other than heat only, commonly known as smoke detectors. The smoke
detectors are required to be State Fire Marshal approved and listed. The seller must
obtain certification from the Palm Springs Fire Department of the installation and proper
operation prior to close of sale of property. Smoke alarms shall be maintained as
originally approved at the time of construction, or remodel.
24) Amend subsection 907.2.13 High-rise buildings.
High-rise buildings and buildings with a floor used for human occupancy located more
than 60 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access shall be provided
with an automatic fire alarm system and emergency voice/alarm communication
systems in accordance with Section 907.2.12.3.
25) Amend subsection 907.2.19 Deep Underground buildings.
All underground buildings shall be equipped throughout with a manual fire alarm
system, including an emergency voice/alarm communication system installed in
accordance with section 907.6.2.2 of the 2010 California Fire Code.
26) Amend 912.2.1 Visible location
Fire department connections shall be located on the front access side of buildings, fully
visible and recognizable from the street or nearest point of fire department vehicle
access or as otherwise approved by the fire code official. The location of the fire
department connections shall be approved and installed as follows:
1 Within 50 feet of an approved roadway or driveway and arranged so that hose
lines can be readily attached to the inlets without interference from any nearby
objects including buildings, fences, posts, plantings, or other fire department
connections and or otherwise approved by the fire code official.
2. Within 30 feet of an approved hydrant.
3. So that the inlet height shall not be less then 18 inches or more then 48 inches
above grade.
4. Guard posts or other approved means may be required to protect fire department
inlet connections from vehicular damage.
5. Fire department connection shall not be allowed in the rear of any building.
6. Fire department connections for NFPA 13R sprinkler systems shall be
determined by the fire code official.
27) The following is added to Section 1207.1; Purpose and Scope, is amended to read
as follows: The purpose of this section is to establish uniform minimum noise insulation
performance standards to protect persons within hotels, motels, dormitories, apartment
houses, attached dwellings, and those detached single-family dwellings located within
the airport 'N' zone overlay from the effects of excessive noise, including, but not limited
to, hearing loss or impairment and interference with speech and sleep.
28) The following is added to Section 1505, Fire Classification: all wood, shakes or
shingles, as defined in Section 1505, shall be pressure treated fire retardant with a
minimum Class B rating.
29) Subsection 1509, Rooftop Structures, is amended by the addition of the following
paragraph: All roof top equipment, unless exempted by the Building Official, shall be
provided with an approved six (6) inch high platform equipped with a sheet metal cover.
Design of the platform shall be as per City detail or approved equal.
30) The following is added to Appendix J, Grading:
For the purpose of administration and enforcement of this Appendix Chapter, Grading,
the building official shall mean the director of public works or his or her designated
representative.
31) The following is added to Appendix J, Section J104.1 "Submittal Requirements":
Grading Designation: Grading in excess of 2,000 cubic yards shall be performed in
accordance with an approved grading plan prepared by a civil engineer, and shall be
designated as "engineered grading". Grading involving less than 2,000 but more than 50
cubic yards shall be performed in accordance with an approved grading plan prepared
by an appropriate design professional as allowed by the building official, and shall be
designated "regular grading" unless the permittee chooses to have the grading
performed as engineered grading, or the building official determines that special
conditions or unusual hazards exist, in which case grading shall conform to the
requirements for engineered grading. Grading involving less than 50 cubic yards shall
be exempt from the requirements for a grading plan, unless determined otherwise by
the building official, in which case grading shall conform to the requirements for regular
grading.
Exception: Grading in excess of 2,000 cubic yards which is primarily of a
landscaping and "fine grading" nature, where no flood hazard is present, may be
designated "regular grading" at the discretion of the building official.
32) The following is added to Appendix J, Section J104.2 "Site Plan Requirements":
An effective means of dust control, which shall include provisions or adequate watering
during the grading provisions for adequate watering during the grading process and
provision for continuance of dust control after grading, until such time that the graded
surface presents sufficient protective cover against wind or water erosion so that special
dust control measures are no longer necessary.
Engineered Grading Requirements. Application for a grading permit shall be
accompanied by two sets of plans and specifications, and a soils report meeting the
requirements of Section J104.3. The plans and specifications shall be prepared and
signed by an individual licensed to practice as a civil engineer by the California Board of
Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.
Specifications, when required, shall contain information covering construction and
material requirements.
Plans shall be drawn to scale and shall be of sufficient clarity to indicate the nature and
extent of the work proposed and show in detail that they will conform to the provisions of
this code and all relevant laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations. The first sheet of
each set of plans shall give the location of the work, the name and address of the
owners, and the person by whom they were prepared.
The plans shall include the following information:
1. General vicinity of the proposed site.
2. Property limits and accurate contours of existing ground and details of terrain
and area drainage.
3. Limiting dimensions, elevations or finish contours to be achieved by the
grading, and proposed drainage channels and related construction.
4. Detailed plans of all surface and subsurface drainage devices, walls, cribbing,
dams and other protective devices to be constructed with, or as a part of, the
proposed work, together with a hydrology study including a map showing the
drainage area and the calculations of the estimated stormwater runoff of the area
served by any drains.
5. Location of any buildings or structures on the property where the work is to be
performed and the location of any buildings or structures on land of adjacent
owners that are within 15 feet of the property or that may be affected by the
proposed grading operations.
6. Recommendations included in the soils report shall be incorporated in the
grading plans or specifications. When approved by the building official, specific
recommendations contained in the soils report, which are applicable to grading,
may be included by reference.
7. The dates of the soils report together with the names, addresses and phone
numbers of the firms or individuals who prepared the report.
Regular Grading Requirements. Application for a grading permit shall be accompanied
by two sets of plans and specifications, and a soils report meeting the requirements of
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Section J104.3. The plans and specifications shall be prepared and signed by an
individual appropriately licensed to practice civil engineering, architecture, or a similar
field by the state of California, with experience preparing grading plans, or as allowed by
the building official.
Plans and specifications for regular grading shall conform to the requirements for
engineered grading; however, particular requirements may be waived at the discretion
of the building official given the particular nature of proposed grading designated as
"regular grading".
(Ord. 1767§ 1, 2010; Ord. 1735 § 3, 2008: Ord. 1731 § 3, 2007: Ord. 1641 § 1, 2003;
Ord. 1618 § 3, 2002: Ord. 1571 § 3, 1999: Ord. 1522 § 3, 1995: Ord. 1414 § 3, 1992:
Ord. 1336 § 3, 1989: Ord. 1296 § 3, 1988)
Exception: Grading in excess of 2,000 cubic yards which is primarily of a
landscaping and 'fine grading" nature, where no flood hazard is present, may be
termed "regular grading" at the discretion of the Building Official.
33) The following paragraph is added to Appendix J, Section J104.2, Site Plan
Requirements: An effective means of dust control, which shall include provisions or
adequate watering during the grading provisions for adequate watering during the
grading process and provision for continuance of dust control after grading, until such
time that the graded surface presents sufficient protective cover against wind or water
erosion so that special dust control measures are no longer necessary."
SECTION 5. 8.04.16 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby added to read as
follows:
"8.04.016 California Residential Code - Adopted.
That certain document, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, being
marked and designated as "California Residential Code, 2010 edition", is hereby
adopted as the California Residential Code of the City of Palm Springs by reference,
pursuant to the provisions of Section 50022.1 et seq., of the California Government
Code"
SECTION 6. 8.04.17 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby added to read as
follows:
"8.04.017 California Residential Code ---Additions, Amendments and Deletions.
The California adopted herein by reference is hereby amended by the following
additions, deletions and amendments:
1) Amending Section R 105.2. Work exempt from permit
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Building: Work exempt from permit is amended as follows: Items 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, and 9
are deleted.
2) Add subsection R313.1.2 Townhouse increased square footage.
Any existing building or structure undergoing construction or alteration which adds
square footage exceeding the total area as prescribed in subsections 903.2 and 903.6.3
of the Palm Springs Fire Code, Article VI of the City Palm Springs Municipal Code, said
building shall require an approved automatic fire sprinkler system.
Exception: One and two-family dwellings adding gross floor area that results in
the total floor area of the building where not more than 1,500 GPM fire flow is
required. (1,500 GPM fire flow equals 3,600 square feet in Type V wood frame
buildings)
3) Add subsection R313.2.2 Increased square footage.
Any existing building or structure undergoing construction or alteration which adds
square footage exceeding the total area as prescribed in the subsections 903.2 and
903.6.3 of the Palm Springs Fire Code, said building shall require an approved
automatic fire sprinkler system.
Exception: One and two-family dwellings adding gross floor area that results in
the total floor area of the building where not more than 1,500 GPM fire flow is
required. (1,500 GPM fire flow equals 3,600 square feet in Type V wood frame
buildings)
4) Subsection R801.2 Requirements, is amended:
Add the following paragraph to the end of subsection R801.2 "All rooftop equipment
unless exempt by the Building Official, shall be provided with an approved six inch high
platform equipped with a sheet metal cover. Design of the platform shall be as per City
detail or approved equal."
5) The following is added to Section 905.7: Wood Shingles
"All wood shingles as defined in this section, shall be pressure treated, fire retardant
with a minimum Class B rating."
6) The following is added to Section 905.8, Wood Shakes:
"All wood shakes as defined in this section shall be pressure treated, fire retardant with
a minimum Class B rating."
SECTION 7. Section 8.04.020 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is amended to read
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as follows:
"8.04.020 California Mechanical Code - Adopted.
That certain document, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, being
marked and designated as "California Mechanical Code, 2010 edition", and all
appendices, tables and indices thereto, except as hereinafter modified, is hereby
adopted as the Mechanical Code for the City of Palm Springs, by reference, pursuant to
the provisions of Section 50022.1 et seq. of the California Government Code."
SECTION 8. Section 8.04.021 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby added
to read as follows:
"8.04.021 California Mechanical Code- Amended.
Section 115.2 Permit fees. On buildings, structures, mechanical systems or alterations
requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as required, in accordance with
the scheduled as established by the applicable governing authority.
SECTION 9. Section 8.04.030 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby amended
to read as follows:
"8.04.030 California Plumbing Code -Adopted.
That certain document, a copy of.which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, being
marked and designated as "California Plumbing Code, 2010 edition", including A, B, D,
G, I and K, including tables and indices thereto, except as hereinafter modified, is
hereby adopted as the Plumbing Code for the City of Palm Springs by reference,
pursuant to the provisions of Section 50022.1 et seq. of the California Government
Code."
SECTION 10. Section 8.04.031 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby added
to read as follows:
8.04.031 California Plumbing Code, Amended
1) Section 103.4.1 Permit Fees: On buildings, structures, plumbing systems or
alterations requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as required, in
accordance with the schedule as established by the applicable governing authority.
2) Section 103.4.2 Plan Review Fees: Delete following verbiage: "When plans are
incomplete or changed so as to require additional plan review, an additional plan review
fee shall be charged at the rate shown in Table 1.1."
SECTION 11. Section 8.04.035 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby amended
to read as follows:
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"8.04.035 Uniform Housing Code - Adopted.
That certain document, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, being
marked and designated as "Uniform Housing Code, 1997 edition", and all appendices,
tables and indices thereto, is hereby adopted as the Uniform Housing Code of the City
of Palm Springs by reference, pursuant to the provisions of Section 50022.1 et seq. of
the California Government Code."
SECTION 12, Section 8,04.040 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby amended
to read as follows:
"8.04.040 California Existing Building Code Appendix A-1 - Adopted.
That certain document, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, being
marked and designated as "California Existing Building Code Appendix A-1, 2010
edition", is hereby adopted as the Existing Building Code of the City of Palm Springs by
reference, pursuant to the provisions of Section 50022.1 et seq. of the California
Government Code."
SECTION 13. Section 8.04.050 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby amended
to read as follows:
"8.04.050 California Electrical Code - Adopted.
That certain document, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, being
marked and designated as "California Electrical Code, 2010 Edition", and all
appendices, tables and indices thereto except as amended herein, is hereby adopted as
the Electrical Code of the City of Palm Springs by reference, pursuant to all the
provisions of Section 50022.1 et seq. of the California Government Code; and all of its
provisions (except as hereinafter modified) shall regulate the installation, arrangement,
alternative, repair, use, and generation of electric wiring, connections, fixture,
apparatus, machinery, appliances, and other electric devices on premises within the
City."
SECTION 14. Section 8.04.055 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby amended
as follows:
"8.04.055 California Electrical Code - Additions and Amendments.
The California Electrical Code adopted herein by reference is hereby amended by the
following additions and amendments:
1. Add the following to the end of Subsection 90-8(A):
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SERVICE LOAD. The main switch and/or distribution panel of a single family dwelling or
condominium occupancy shall have an adequate capacity and space to carry the
calculated load, plus an 8 KW future with four (4) spare spaces at the time of final
inspection. The 8 KW load is not to be reduced by any demand factor.
2. Add the following to the end of Subsection 310-2(B):
ALUMINUM CONDUCTOR LIMITATIONS. No aluminum wiring shall be used.
EXCEPTION: Aluminum wiring in sizes 1/0 and larger may be used for main feed to
sub-panels only and shall be enclosed in a raceway."
SECTION 15. Section 8.04.065 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby amended
to read as follows:
"8.04.065 California Energy Code - Adopted.
That certain document, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, being
marked and designated as "California Energy Code, 2010 edition", is hereby adopted as
the California Energy Code of the City of Palm Springs by reference, pursuant to the
provisions of Section 50022.1 et seq., of the California Government Code"
SECTION 16. 8.04.090 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby amended to read
as follows:
"8.04.090 California Green Building Standards Code - Adopted.
That certain document, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, being
marked and designated as "California Green Building Standards Code, 2010 edition", is
hereby adopted as the California Green Building Standards Code of the City of Palm
Springs by reference, pursuant to the provisions of Section 50022.1 et seq., of the
California Government Code"
SECTION 17. Article VII of Chapter 8.04 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby
added to read:
ARTICLE VII
SWIMMING POOL SAFETY STANDARDS
8.04.700 General
8.04.710 Definitions
8.04.720 Requirements
8.04.700 General: The provisions of this article apply to the design and construction of
barriers for swimming pools, spas and hot tubs provided for the use by no more than
three families and their guests.
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8.04.710 Definitions: For the purpose of this Article, certain terms, words and phrases
are defined as follows:
Above Ground/On Ground Pool. See definition of swimming pool.
Barrier is a fence, wall, building wall, safety cover complying with American Society for
Testing Materials (ASTM) Standard F 1346-91 or a combination thereof, which
completely surrounds the swimming pool and obstructs access to the swimming pool,
spa or hot tub. When approved by the enforcement agency, barriers may also
incorporate natural or manmade features, such as topography, geographically isolated
areas which provide an effective access barrier to the pool area.
GRADE. is the underlying surface, such as earth or a walking surface.
HOT TUB. See definition of spa.
IN-GROUND POOL. See definition of swimming pool.
SEPARATION FENCE is a barrier which separates all doors of a dwelling unit or
building accessory thereto with direct access to a swimming pool, spa or hot tub from
that swimming pool, spa or hot tub.
SPA is a structure intended for recreational bathing, designed to contain water over 18
inches deep and outside dimensions not exceeding 160 square feet.
SWIMMING POOL is any structure intended for swimming or recreational bathing that is
designed to contain water over 18 inches deep. This includes in-ground, above-ground
and on-ground swimming pools and fixed-in-place wading pools, and excludes spas.
SWIMMING POOL, OUTDOOR, is any swimming pool which is totally outside the
residential structure.
8.04.720 Requirements%
Outdoor Swimming Pool. An outdoor swimming pool, hot tub or spa shall be provided
with a barrier. With respect to the installation or construction of an outdoor swimming
pool, spa or hot tub, the City may require, either prior to plastering and/or filling with
water, that the barrier be installed, inspected and approved.
Outdoor swimming pools with electrically operated or manual tracking safety covers that
comply with the ASTM Standard F 1346-91 shall not be required to provide other
barriers. When electrically operated safety covers are provided, the control for the pool
cover shall be mounted at least 54 inches above grade.
When barriers are required, the barrier shall comply with the following:
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a) The top of the barrier shall be at least 60 inches above grade measured on the.
side of the barrier which faces away from the swimming pool. The maximum vertical
clearance between grade and the bottom of the barrier shall be two inches measured on
the side of the barrier which faces away from the swimming pool. The maximum vertical
clearance at the bottom of the barrier may be increased to four inches when grade is a
solid surface impenetrable by a child, such as a concrete deck. Where the barrier is
mounted on top of the above-ground pool structure, the maximum vertical clearance
between the top of the pool structure and the bottom of the barrier shall be four inches
when grade is a solid surface impenetrable by a child, such as a concrete deck. Where
the barrier is mounted on top of the above-ground pool structure, the maximum vertical
clearance between the top of the pool structure and the bottom of the barrier shall be
four inches. When barriers have horizontal members, the tops of which are spaced less
than 45 inches apart (1) the horizontal members shall be placed on the pool side of the
barrier and (2) spacing between vertical members shall not exceed 1 1/ inches in width.
Any decorative design work on the side away from the swimming pool, such as
protrusions, indentations or cutouts, which render the barrier easily climbable, is
prohibited.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. For fencing composed of vertical and horizontal members, the
spacing between vertical members may be increased up to four inches when the
distance between the tops of horizontal members is 45 inches or more.
2. Existing fences surrounding property at pool area, which are at least 60 inches
above grade, measured on the side of the barrier which faces away from the
swimming pool, has a maximum vertical clearance between grade and the
bottom of the barrier of two inches and has no openings that will allow the
passage of a four inch diameter sphere are permitted.
b. Openings in the barrier for chain link fences shall not allow passage of a 1 3/ inch
diameter sphere. The wire size shall not be smaller than 11 gauge.
EXCEPTION: Maximum mesh size for chain link fences shall be as provided in
paragraph 2 above unless the fence is provided with slats fastened at the top or
the bottom which reduce the openings to no more than 1 3/ inches.
c. Access gates shall comply with the requirements of Items a. and b. and shall be
equipped to accommodate a locking device. Separation fence gates shall open outward
away from the pool and shall be self-closing and have a self-latching device. Gates
other than separation fence gates are only required to have a self-latching device.
Where the release mechanism of the self-latching devices is located less than 54 inches
from grade, (1) the release mechanism shall be located on the pool side of the barrier at
least three inches below the top of the gate, and (2) the gate and barrier shall have no
opening greater than one-half inch within 18 inches of the release mechanism. Any
gates other than pedestrian access shall be equipped with lockable hardware or
padlocks and shall remain locked at all times when not in use.
d. Where a wall of a dwelling serves as part of the barrier, and contains door openings
providing direct access to the pool, those door openings shall be protected by one of the
following means:
(1) A self-closing and self-latching device installed on all doors with the release
mechanism located a minimum of 54 inches above the floor.
(2) An alarm capable of providing a sound pressure level of not less than 85 dba
when measured indoors at a distance of 10 feet. The alarm shall activate within
15 seconds after the door and its screen if present, are opened and shall sound
continuously for a minimum of 10 seconds then automatically reset. The alarm
shall be equipped with a manual reset, such as a touchpad or switch, located on
the interior side of the wall not less than 54 inches above the threshold of the
door to permit entry and exiting without activation of the alarm. The alarm shall
automatically reset under all conditions. The alarm may be battery operated or
connected to the building wiring.
(3) Other means of protection may be acceptable so long as the degree of protection
afforded is substantially the same as that afforded by any of the devices
described above.
e. Where an above-ground pool structure is used as a barrier or where the barrier is
mounted on top of the pool structure, and the means of access is a ladder or steps, then
(1) the ladder or steps shall be capable of being secured, locked or removed to prevent
access or (2) the ladder or steps shall be surrounded by a barrier which meets the
requirements of Items a. through d. When the ladder or steps are secured, locked or
removed, any opening created shall be protected by a barrier complying with Items a.
through d.
2. Spas & Hot Tubs. A spa or hot tub with a locking safety cover which complies with
the ASTM Standard F 1345-91 shall not be required to provide other barriers. Where a
locking safety cover is not provided, the spa or hot tub shall comply with the
requirements of Section 1.
3. Indoor Swimming Pools. For an indoor swimming pool, protection shall comply with
the requirements of Section 1 A.
SECTION 18. Section 15.04.050 is added to the Palm Springs Municipal Code to read:
15.04.050 Graywater Systems.
Nothing in this Chapter shall be deemed a limitation, restriction, or prohibition on any
graywater system installed pursuant to the provisions of Appendix G of the Plumbing
Code, as adopted pursuant to Section 8.04.030 of this Code, as such provisions may be
amended from time to time.
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SECTION 19. OPERATIVE DATE. The provisions of this Ordinance shall become
operative on January 1, 2011, which is the effective date of the 2010 edition of the
California Building Standards Code, published by the State of California.
SECTION 20. EFFECTIVE DATE. The Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall certify
to the passage and adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same, or the
summary thereof, to be published and posted pursuant to the provisions of law and this
Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after passage.
SECTION 21. SEVERABILITY. If any section, subsection or clause of this ordinance
shall be deemed to be unconstitutional or otherwise invalid, the validity of the remaining
section, subsection and clauses shall not be affected thereby.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED THIS,
ATTEST: STEPHEN P. POUGNET, MAYOR
JAMES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK
CERTIFICATION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss.
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS )
I, JAMES THOMPSON, City Clerk of the City of Palm Springs, California, do hereby
certify that Ordinance No. is a full, true, and correct copy, and was introduced at
an adjourned regular meeting of the Palm Springs City Council on ,
and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the
2010, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:.
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
James Thompson, City Clerk
City of Palm Springs, California
ORDINANCE NO. 1781
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND SESTATING ARTICLE VI
OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL
CODE, RELATING TO THE ADOPTION AND
AMENDMENT OF THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, 2010
EDITION.
City Attorney's Summary
This ordinance adopts and amends the 2010 Edition of the
California Fire Code, adopted by the State of California and
effective on January 1, 2011.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS ORDAINS:
SECTION 1. Article VI of Chapter 8.04 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby
amended and restated to read:
Article VI
Fire Code
Sections
8.04.500 California Fire Code Adopted.
8.04.510 Additions, Deletions, and Amendments.
8.04.500 California Fire Code Adopted.
That certain document, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk,
entitled, "California Fire Code, 2010 Edition" including Appendix Chapter 4,
Appendices A, B, BB, C, CC, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L and M thereto, except as hereinafter
modified, are hereby adopted as the Fire Code of the City of Palm Springs by
reference, pursuant to the provisions of Government Code Section 50022.1 et seq.
8.04.510 Additions, Deletions, and Amendments.
The California Fire Code, 2010 Edition, adopted herein by reference, is
amended by the following additions, deletions, and amendments:
1) Amend Chapter 1, Division II Administration, and Section 101.1 Title.
These regulations shall be known as the Palm Springs Fire Code, hereinafter
referred to as "this code".
2) Amend subsection 101.4 Severability.
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If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this
ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such invalidity
or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the
remaining portions of this ordinance, it being expressly declared that this
ordinance and each section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause and
phrase thereof would have been adopted, irrespective of the fact that one or
more other section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase be
declared invalid or unconstitutional.
3) Amend subsection 103.4 Liability.
Any liability against the Palm Springs Fire Department or any officer or employee
shall be as provided for in California Government Code and case law. Fire
suppression, investigation and rescue or emergency medical costs are
recoverable in accordance with California Health and Safety Code Sections
13009 and 13009.1.
4) Amend subsection 109.3 Violation penalties.
The provisions of Title 1 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code shall be applicable
to and govern the enforcement of this Title. Each day that a violation continues
after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense. The
imposition of one (1) penalty for one (1) violation shall not excuse the violation, or
permit it to continue. All such persons shall be required to correct or remedy
such violations or defects within a reasonable time. The application of the above
penalty shall not be held to prevent the enforced removal or correction of
prohibited conditions.
5) Amend subsection 111.4 Failure to comply.
Any person who shall continue any work after having been served with a stop
work order, except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a
violation or unsafe condition, shall be in violation of this code.
6) Amend Section 202 General Definitions to include:
FIVE MINUTE FIRE DEPARTMENT RESPONSE TIME: The Five-Minute Fire
Department Response Time is defined as the time the fire station or response
personnel receive notification of a call for emergency service, allowing one-
minute for "firefighter turnout' and four-minutes for travel on paved streets. The
Palm Springs Fire Department Five-Minute Response Time Map is identified in
Appendix "L".
MID RISE BUILDING: Every building of any type of construction or occupancy
having floors used for human occupancy located 60 feet above the lowest floor
level of fire department access at ground level to the top of the structure shall be
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enhanced with high-rise provisions as set forth in Section 508.1 of the Califomia
Fire Code.
MODEL ROCKET: shall mean any toy or educational device which weighs not
more than 500 grams, including the engine and any payload that is propelled by
model rocket engines.
MODEL ROCKET ENGINE: shall mean a commercially manufactured, non-
reusable rocket propulsion device which is constructed of a nonmetallic casing
and solid propellant, wherein all of the ingredients are self-contained so as not to
require mixing or handling by the user and which have design and construction
characteristics determined by the State Fire Marshal to provide a reasonable
degree of safety to the user.
7) Add Section 318 Parade floats.
8) Add subsection 318.1 Decorative materials.
Decorative materials on parade floats shall be non-combustible or flame
retardant.
9) Add subsection 318.1.1 Combustible Clearance
A 12" minimum clearance of decorative materials shall be maintained around
vehicle and/or generator exhaust pipe(s).
10) Add subsection 318.2 Fire protection.
Motorized parade floats and towing apparatus shall be provided with a minimum
2A 10B:C rated portable fire extinguisher readily accessible to the operator.
11) Add subsection 318.3 Portable Generators.
Portable generators shall be secured from tipping and subject to approval by the
fire code official.
12) Add subsection 503.1.1.1 Gates.
When fences are installed that cause the distance from an approved fire
department access road to exceed the maximum distance allowed in Section 503
herein, a gate shall be provided in the fence to maintain the required fire
department access. The gate shall be a minimum four (4) feet in width and be
equipped with a key box and/or lock accessible from both sides in accordance
with Section 506 herein.
13) Amend subsection 503.2.3 Surface.
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Fire apparatus access roads shall be designed and maintained to support the
imposed loads of fire apparatus (73,000 lbs. GVW) and shall be surfaced so as
to provide all-weather driving capabilities.
14) Amend subsection 503.2.4 Turning radius.
The required turning radius of a fire apparatus access road shall be determined
by the fire code official. Fire access road turns and corners shall be designed
with a minimum inner radius of 25 feet and an outer radius of 43 feet.
15) Amend subsection 503.2.5 Dead ends.
Dead-end fire apparatus roads in excess of 150 feet in length shall be provided
with an approved area for turning around fire apparatus. The City of Palm
Springs has two approved turn around provisions. One is a cul-de-sac with an
outside turning radius of 43 feet from centerline. The other is a hammerhead
turnaround meeting the Palm Springs Public Works and Engineering Department
standard dated 9-4-02.
16) Add subsection 503.2.9 Aerial fire access roads.
Buildings or portions of buildings or facilities exceeding 30 feet in height above
the lowest level of fire department vehicle access shall be provided with
approved fire apparatus access roads capable of accommodating fire department
aerial apparatus. Overhead utility and power lines shall not be located within the
aerial fire apparatus access roadway.
17) Add subsection 503.2.9 Width.
Fire apparatus access roads shall have a minimum unobstructed width of 26 feet
in the immediate vicinity of any building or portion of building more than 30 feet in
height.
18) Add subsection 503.2.10 Proximity to building.
At least one of the required access routes for buildings or facility exceeding 30
feet in height above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access shall be
located within a minimum of 15 feet and a maximum of 30 feet from the building
and shall be positioned parallel to one entire side of the building.
19) Amend subsection 503.6 Security gates.
Secured automated vehicle gates or entries shall utilize a combination of a
Tamar StrobeswitchT"', or approved equal, and an approved Knox key electric
switch when required by the fire code official. Secured non-automated vehicle
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gates or entries shall utilize an approved padlock or chain (maximum link or lock
shackle size of/ inch) when required by the fire code official.
Gate arms securing parking lots and parking structures shall be equipped with a
fire department approved dual-keyed Knox key electric switch. When activated,
the arm or arms shall open to allow fire and law enforcement access.
Approved security gates shall be a minimum of 14 feet in unobstructed drive
width on each side with gate in open position.
In the event of a power failure, the gates shall be defaulted or automatically
transferred to a fail safe mode allowing the gate to be pushed open without the
use of special knowledge or any equipment. If a two-gate system is used, the
override switch must open both gates.
If there is no sensing device that will automatically open the gates for exiting, a
fire department approved Knox electrical override switch shall be placed on each
side of the gate in an approved location.
A final field inspection by the fire code official or an authorized representative is
required before electronically controlled gates may become operative. Prior to
final inspection, electronic gates shall remain in a locked-open position.
20) Add subsection 506.1.2 Height.
The nominal height of Knox lock box installations shall be 5 feet above grade.
21) Amend subsection 508.1 General.
Where required by other sections of this code and in all buildings classified as
high-rise or mid-rise buildings by the California Building Code and as amended
by the Palm Springs Municipal Code for buildings over 60 feet in height to the top
of the structure, a fire command center for fire department operations shall be
provided. The fire command center shall be located adjacent to the main lobby
and shall be accessible from fire department vehicular access or as approved by
the fire code official.
22) Add Section 510.4 Palm Springs Fire Department Radio Communications.
23) Add subsection 510.4.1 Features and requirements.
All new buildings, four stories in height or taller and all subterranean levels of
parking structures or existing altered buildings over 20% shall meet the City of
Palm Springs Public Safety Radio System Coverage Specifications as stated in
Chapter 11.03 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code.
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24) Add subsection 901.6.1.1 Approval required.
Prior to the removal of any fire protection system, approval shall be obtained
from the fire code official.
25) Amend subsection 903.2 Where required.
Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be
provided in locations described in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.20 as
amended by this code. For purposes of this code subsection regarding building
size, fire resistive construction shall not be considered for purposes of reducing
the gross fire area of that building.
(Exception: Group U Occupancies of non combustible construction)
An approved automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in any building,
regardless of gross fire area, which is built beyond a five-minute fire department
emergency response time as defined in Section 202.
(Exception: Group U Occupancies of non combustible construction)
An approved automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in every Group A
Occupancy per 903.2.1 including those that result from a change of use in an
existing building or portion thereof.
26) Delete subsection 903.2.1.1 Group A-1
27) Delete subsection 903.2.1.2 Group A-2
28) Delete subsection 903.2.1.3 Group A-3
29) Delete subsection 903.2.1.4 Group A-4
30) Delete subsection 903.2.1.5 Group A-5
31) Amend #1 in subsection 903.2.3 Group E.
1. Throughout all Group E fire areas greater than 3,000 square feet in area.
32) Amend Exception to subsection 903.2.3 Group E.
Exception: An automatic sprinkler system is not required in any fire area or area
below the level of exit discharge where every classroom throughout the building
has at least one exterior exit door at ground level and the fire area does not
exceed 3,000 square feet.
33) Amend subsection 903.2.4 Group F-1 #1 & #3 to read as follows:
1. Where a Group F-1 fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet;
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3. Where the combined area of all Group F-1 fire areas on all floors, including
any mezzanines, exceeds 3,000 square feet.
34) Amend subsection 903.2.7 Group M #1 & #3 to read as follows:
1. Where a Group M fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet;
3. Where the combined area of all Group M fire areas on all floors, including any
mezzanines, exceeds 3,000 square feet.
5. The structure exceeds 3,000 square feet, contains more than one fire area
containing a group M occupancy and is separated into two or more buildings by
fire walls of less than 4-hour fire-resistance rating.
35) Amend subsection 903.2.9 Group S-1 #1; #3 & #4 to read as follows:
1. A Group S-1 fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet;
3. The combined area of all Group S-1 fire areas on all floors, including any
mezzanines, exceeds 3,000 square feet.
4. A Group S-1 fire area used for the storage of commercial trucks or buses
where the fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet.
36) Amend subsection 903.2.9.1 Repair garages #1; #2 & #4 to read as
follows:
1. Buildings two or more stories in height, including basements, with a fire area
containing a repair garage exceeding 3,000 square feet.
2. One-story buildings with a fire area containing a repair garage exceeding
3,000 square feet.
4. A Group S-1 fire area used for the repair of commercial trucks or buses where
the fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet.
37) Amend subsection 903.2.10 Group S-2.
An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings
containing Group S-2 occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:
1. A Group S-2 fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet;
38) Amend subsection 903.2.10.1, #1 Commercial parking garages.
1. Where the fire area of the enclosed parking garage exceeds 3,000 square
feet;
39) Add Section 903.2.19 Group B. An automatic sprinkler system shall be
provided throughout all new buildings containing a Group B occupancy that
exceeds 3,000 square feet.
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40) Add Section 903.2.20 Group F-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be
provided throughout all new buildings containing a Group F-2 occupancy that
exceeds 3,000 square feet.
41) Add subsection 903.3.1.3.1 Pilot heads.
Pilot heads shall be required in attic areas every 1,000 square feet or portion
thereof.
42) Amend subsection 903.3.8 Floor control valves.
Approved supervised indicating control valves shall be provided at the point of
connection to the riser on each floor in buildings three or more stories in height
unless otherwise approved by the fire code official. Valve locations will be
determined and approved by the fire code official.
43) Add subsection 903.6.3 Increased square footage.
Any existing building or structure undergoing construction or alteration which
adds square footage exceeding the total floor area as prescribed in Section
903.2, said building shall require an approved automatic fire sprinkler system.
Exception: One and two-family dwellings and manufactured homes adding gross
floor area that results in the total floor area of the building where not more than
1,500 GPM fire flow is required within the five-minute fire department emergency
response time as defined in Section 202. (1,500 GPM fire flow equals 3,600
square feet in Type V wood frame buildings).
44) Add subsection 907.2.11.5 Smoke alarms.
Upon sale of any residential dwelling and factory-built housing, the seller shall
have installed therein, permanently wired or battery powered approved detectors
of products of combustion other than heat only, commonly known as smoke
detectors. The smoke detectors are required to be State Fire Marshal approved
and listed. The seller must obtain certification from the Palm Springs Fire
Department of the installation and proper operation prior to close of sale of
property. Smoke alarms shall be maintained as originally approved at the time of
construction, or remodel.
45) Amend subsection 907.2.13 High-rise buildings.
High-rise buildings and buildings with a floor used for human occupancy located
more than 60 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access shall
be provided with an automatic fire alarm system and emergency voice/alarm
communication systems in accordance with Section 907.2.12.3.
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46) Amend subsection 907.2.19 Deep Underground buildings.
All underground buildings shall be equipped throughout with a manual fire alarm
system, including an emergency voice/alarm communication system installed in
accordance with section 907.6.2.2
47) Amend subsection 912.2.1 Visible location.
Fire department connections shall be located on the front access side of
buildings, fully visible and recognizable from the street or nearest point of fire
department vehicle access or as otherwise approved by the fire code official. The
location of fire department connections shall be approved and installed as
follows:
1. Within 50 feet of an approved roadway or driveway and arranged so that hose
lines can be readily attached to the inlets without interference from any nearby
objects including buildings, fences, posts, plantings, or other fire department
connections and or otherwise approved by the fire code official.
2. Within 30 feet of an approved hydrant.
3. So that the inlet height shall not be less than 18 inches or more than 48
inches above grade.
4. Guard posts or other approved means may be required to protect fire
department inlet connections from vehicular damage.
5. Fire department connection shall not be allowed in the rear of any building.
6. Fire department connections for NFPA 13R sprinkler systems shall be
determined by the fire code official.
48) Delete "Exception" to subsection 914.2.1 Automatic sprinkler system.
49) Delete "Exception" to subsection 914.3.1 Automatic sprinkler system.
50) Add Section 3310 "Safe and Sane" and Dangerous Fireworks.
51) Add subsection 3310.1 Prohibition to read as follows:
The manufacture, sale, possession, storage, handling or use of "safe and sane"
fireworks as currently defined in the California Health and Safety Code section
12529 or "dangerous fireworks" as currently defined in the California Health and
Safety Code section 12505 or thereafter amended by state statute is prohibited in
the City of Palm Springs. The provisions of this section do not apply to fireworks
displays conducted in accordance with the provisions of any permit issued by the
Palm Springs Fire Department.
52) Add subsection 3310.2 Seizure of fireworks.
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Any authorized City of Palm Springs fire code official, peace officer or other city
official authorized to enforce the Palm Springs Municipal Code may seize, take,
remove, or cause to be removed at the expense of the owner all prohibited
fireworks and explosives. This will include all persons, firms or corporations, who
manufacture, sell, possess, store, handle or use any prohibited fireworks or
explosives as currently described in the California Fire Code sections 3309 and
3310.
53) Add Section 3311 Explosives.
54) Add subsection 3311.1 Prohibition.
The manufacture, sale, possession, storage, handling or use of non permitted
"explosives" as currently defined in Title 19 of the California Code of Regulations,
Section 1550 or thereafter amended by state law is prohibited in the City of Palm
Springs.
55) Add Section 3312 Model Rockets.
56) Add subsection 3312.1 General to read as follows: The storage, handling,
and use of model rockets shall be in accordance with Title 19 of the California
Code of Regulations, Section 1020 et seq. and approved by the fire code official.
57) Add #4 to subsection 3404.2.11.2 Location.
4. The installation of underground combustible/flammable liquid tanks is hereby
prohibited in all residential districts. The fire official may authorize installation of
underground combustible/flammable liquid tanks in agricultural, commercial and
manufacturing districts.
58) Amend subsection 3808.1 General.
Fire protection shall be provided for installations having LP-gas storage
containers with a water capacity of more than 2,000 gallons.
59) Add subsection 3808.3 New Installation of Liquefied Petroleum Gas.
All new installation of liquefied petroleum gas with an aggregate capacity of
2,000 gallons or more shall be protected by an approved automatic fixed water
spray system. The system shall protect the entire surface area of the tank and
the cargo tanker transfer area. The system shall be calculated to provide a
minimum density of .25 gallons per minute per square foot with a one-hour
duration water supply.
60) Add subsection 4603.8 Increase Hazard Class in Change of Use
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An approved fire alarm system shall be installed in existing, non-sprinklered
buildings when a change of use occurs resulting in a higher hazard classification
than the previous occupancy.
61) DELETE subsection B104.2 in Appendix B.
62) Add Appendix "K" Palm Springs Fire Department Development Guidelines.
63) Add the following language to Appendix "K
A copy of the Palm Springs Fire Department Development Guidelines is on file
with the City Clerk.
64) Add Appendix "L" Palm Springs Fire Department Five Minute Response
Time Map.
65) Add the following language to Appendix "L".
The Five-Minute Fire Department Response Time is the time the fire station or
response personnel receive notification of a call for emergency service, allowing
one-minute for "firefighter turnout" and four-minutes for travel on paved streets.
The map, the Palm Springs Fire Department five-minute response time for
emergency service, is on file with the City Clerk.
66) Add Appendix "M" City of Palm Springs Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map..
SECTION 2. SEVERABILITY. If any section, subsection, clause or phrase of this
ordinance is for any reason held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, such
a decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. The
City Council of the City of Palm Springs, hereby declares that it would have passed this
ordinance and each section of subsection, sentence, clause and phrase thereof,
irrespective of the clauses or phrases being declared invalid.
SECTION 3. OPERATIVE DATE. The provisions of this Ordinance shall become
operative on January 1, 2011.
SECTION 4. EFFECTIVE DATE.This ordinance shall be in full force and effective
thirty (30) days after passage.
SECTION 5. PUBLICATION. The City Clerk is hereby ordered and directed to certify
to the passage of this Ordinance, and to cause the same or a summary thereof of to be
duly prepared according to law, to be published in accordance with law.
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YEAR.
STEPHEN P. POUGNET, MAYOR
ATTEST:
JAMES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK
CERTIFICATION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss.
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS )
1, JAMES THOMPSON, City Clerk of the City of Palm Springs, California, do hereby
certify that Ordinance No. is a full, true, and correct copy, and was introduced at a
regular meeting of the Palm Springs City Council on and adopted at a
regular meeting of the City Council held on by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
James Thompson, City Clerk
City of Palm Springs, California
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CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
PUBLIC HEARING NOTIFICATION
City Council
Meeting Date: November 17, 2010
Subject: Ordinance 1780
AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION
I, Kathie Hart, Chief Deputy City Clerk, of the City of Palm Springs, California, do hereby
certify that a copy of the attached Ordinance Summary was published in the Desert Sun on
November 27, 2010.
I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.
VAWAB
Kathie Hart, CMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk
AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Kathie Hart, Chief Deputy City Clerk, of the City of Palm Springs, California, do hereby
certify that a copy of the attached Ordinance Summary was posted at City Hall, 3200 E.
Tahquitz Canyon Drive, on the exterior legal notice posting board and in the Office of the
City Clerk on November 23, 2010.
I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.
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Chief Deputy City Clerk
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CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
ORDINANCE NO. 1780
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING
ARTICLE VII TO CHAPTER 8.04 RELATING TO SWIMMING POOL SAFETY
STANDARDS, ADOPTING AND AMENDING THE 2010 EDITIONS OF THE
CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE WITH APPENDICES C, I, AND J, THE 2010
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, INCLUDING APPENDIX H, THE 2010
CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, THE 2010 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE,
THE 2010 PLUMBING CODE AND ADOPTING THE 2010 EDITIONS OF THE
CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS, ENERGY, AND EXISTING
BUILDING CODES; AND THE 1997 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM HOUSING
CODE.
CITY ATTORNEY SUMMARY
This Ordinance adopts the 2010 Editions of the California Building, Residential, Green Building
Standards Code, Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical, California Energy Code and Existing Building
Codes, adopted by the State of California and amends the 2010 Edition of the California Building
Code, Residential Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code and Electrical Code. This Ordinance
readopts the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Housing Code.
ORDINANCE NO. 1781
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
AND RESTATING ARTICLE VI OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS
MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO THE ADOPTION AND AMENDMENT OF THE
CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, 2010 EDITION.
City Attorney's Summary
This ordinance adopts and amends the 2010 Edition of the California Fire Code, adopted by the
State of California and effective on January 1, 2011.
CERTIFICATION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss.
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS )
I, KATHIE HART, Chief Deputy City Clerk of the City of Palm Springs, California, do hereby
certify that Ordinance Nos. 1780 and 1781 is a full, true, and correct copy, and were introduced at
a regular meeting of the Palm Springs City Council on the 3ro day of November, 2010, and adopted
at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 17`h day of November, 2010, by the following
vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Foat, Mills, Weigel, Mayor Pro Tern Hutcheson, and Mayor Pougnet.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
Kathie Hart, CMC, Chief Deputy City Clerk
City of Palm Springs, California
Ordinance No.1780
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ORDINANCE NO, 1780 8.04.040 California Existing Building Code Appendix A-1-Adopted.
8,04.050 California Electrical Code-Adopted
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, 8.04.055 California Electrical Code-Additions and Amendments
CALIFORNIA, ADDING ARTICLE VII TO CHAPTER 8.04 8.04.065 California Energy Code-Adopted
RELATING TO SWIMMING POOL SAFETY STANDARDS, 8.04.070 California Seismic Safety Commission Model Ordinance-Adopted.
ADOPTING AND AMENDING THE 2010 EDITIONS OF 8.040.72 California Seismic Safety Commission Model Ordinance-Additions and
THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE WITH APPENDICES Amendments.
C, I,AND J,THE 2010 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, 8.04.090 California Green Building Standards Code-Adopted.
INCLUDING APPENDIX H, THE 2010 CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE, THE 2010 CALIFORNIA SECTION 2.Section 8.04.005 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby amended
MECHANICAL CODE,THE 2010 PLUMBING CODE AND to read as follows:
ADOPTING THE 2010 EDITIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA
GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS, ENERGY, AND 8.04.005 Citation of Building Code.
EXISTING BUILDING CODES;AND THE 1997 EDITION OF
THE UNIFORM HOUSING CODE. This chapter, the California Building Code, Volumes 1 &2, 2010 edition; the California
Residential Code, 2010 edition; the California Green Building Standards Code, 2010
CITY ATTORNEY SUMMARY edition;the Mechanical Code,2010 edition;the California Plumbing Code,2010 edition;
the California Electrical Code, 2010 edition; the California Existing Building Code,2010
This Ordinance adopts the 2010 Editions of the California edition; the California Energy Code, 2010 edition; the Uniform Housing Code, 1997
Building, Residential, Green Building Standards Code, edition; and the California Seismic Safety Commission Model Ordinance, may be
Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical, California Energy Code collectively referred to and cited as the"Palm Springs Building Code."
and Existing Building Codes, adopted by the State of
California and amends the 2010 Edition of the California SECTION 3. Section 8.04.010 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby amended
Building Code, Residential Code, Plumbing Code, to read as follows:
Mechanical Code and Electrical Code. This Ordinance
readopts the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Housing Code. 8.04.010 California Building Code-Adopted.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS ORDAINS: These certain documents,a copy of each of which are on file in the office of the City
Clerk,being marked and designated as"California Building Cade,Volumes 1 &2,2010
SECTION 1.Article I of Chapter 8,04 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby edition;and appendices C, I and J,including tables and indices thereto,except as
amended and restated to read: hereinafter modified,are hereby adopted as the Building Code of the City of Palm
Springs by reference,pursuant to the provisions of Section 50022.1 at seq.of
ARTICLE I California Government Code."
BUILDING CODES
Section: SECTION 4.Section 8.04.015 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby amended
to read as follows:
8.04.005 Citation of building Code.
8.04.010 California Building Code-Adopted. 8.04.015 California Building Code-Additions,Amendments and Deletions.
8.04.015 California Building Code-Additions,amendments and deletions.
8.04.016 California Residential Code-Adopted. The California Building Code adopted herein by reference is hereby amended by the
8.04.017 California Residential Code-Additions,amendments and deletions. following additions,deletions and amendments:
8.04.020 California Mechanical Code-Adopted.
8.04.021 California Mechanical Code-Amended, 1)Chapter 1 Division 11,Scope and Administration,Subsection 105.2,Work exempt
8.04.030 California Plumbing Code-Adopted. from permit is amended as follows: Under"Building"list,items 2,3,4,5,6,8,9, 10,11
8.04.031 California Plumbing Code-Amended. and 12 are deleted.
8.04.035 Uniform Housing Code-Adopted
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2)Section 202 Definitions is amended by adding the following definitions: 9)Delete subsection 903.2.1.5 Group A-5
FIVE MINUTE FIRE DEPARTMENT RESPONSE TIME:The Five-Minute Fire 10)Amend subsection 1 of subsection 903.2.3 Group E.
Department Response Time is defined as the time the fire station or response
personnel receive notification of a call for emergency service, allowing one-minute for 1.Throughout all Group E fire areas greater than 3,000 square feet in area.
"firefighter turnout"and four-minutes for travel on paved streets. The Palm Springs Fire
Department Five-Minute Response Time Map is identified in Appendix L. 11)Amend Exception to subsection 903.2.3 Group E.
MID RISE BUILDING: Every building of any type of construction or occupancy having Exception: An automatic sprinkler system is not required in any fire area or area
floors used for human occupancy located 60 feet above the lowest floor level of fire below the level of exit discharge where every classroom throughout the building has at
department access at ground level to the top of the structure shall be enhanced with least one exterior exit door at ground level and the fire area does not exceed 3,000
high-rise provisions as set forth in Section 508.1 of the California Fire Code. square feet
MODEL ROCKET: shall mean any toy or educational device which weighs not more 12)Amend subsection 1 and 3 of subsection 903.2.4 Group F to read as follows:
than 500 grams,including the engine and any payload that is propelled by model rocket
engines. 1.Where a Group F-1 fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet;
MODEL ROCKET ENGINE: shall mean a commercially manufactured, non-reusable 3.Where the combined area of all Group F-1 fire areas on all floors,including
rocket propulsion device which is constructed of a nonmetallic casing and solid any mezzanines,exceeds 3,000 square feet.
propellant,wherein all of the ingredients are self-contained so as not to require mixing
or handling by the user and which have design and construction characteristics 13)Amend subsection 1,3 and 5 of subsection 903.2.7 Group M to read as follows:
determined by the State Fire Marshal to provide a reasonable degree of safety to the
user. 1.Where a Group M fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet;
3)Add subsection 901.6.1.1 Approval required. 3.Where the combined area of all Group M fire areas on all floors,including any
mezzanines,exceeds 3,000 square feet.
Prior to the removal of any fire protection system, approval shall be obtained from the
fire code official. 5.The structure exceeds 3,000 square feet,contains more then one fire area
containing a group M occupancy and is separate into two or more
4)Amend subsection 903.2 Where required. buildings by fire walls of less then 4-hour fire-resistance rating.
Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be provided 14)Amend subsection 1,3 and 4 of subsection 903.2.9 Group S-1 to read as follows:
in locations described in sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.20 as amended by this code.
For purposes of this code subsection regarding building size, fire resistive construction 1.A Group S-1 fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet;
shall not be considered for purposes of reducing the gross fire area of that building
3. The combined area of all Group S-1 fire areas on all floors, including any -
(Exception:Group U Occupancies of non combustible Construction) mezzanines,exceeds 3,000 square feet.
An approved automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in every Group A 4. A Group S-1 fire area used for the storage of commercial trucks or buses
Occupancy per section 903.2.1 including those that result from a change of use in an where the fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet.
existing building or potion thereof.
15)Amend subsection 1,2 and 4 of subsection 903.2.9.1 Repair garages to read as
5)Delete subsection 903.2.1.1 Group A-1 follows:
6)Delete subsection 903.2.1.2 Group A-2
7)Delete subsection 903.2.1.3 Group A-3 1.Buildings two or more stories in height,including basements,with a fire area
8)Delete subsection 903.2.1.4 Group A-4 containing a repair garage exceeding 3,000 square feet.
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2.One-story buildings with a fire area containing a repair garage exceeding 23)Add subsection 907.2.11.6 Smoke alarms to read as follows:
3,000 square feet.
Upon sale of any residential dwelling and factory-built housing, the seller shall have
4.Group S-1 fire area used for repair of commercial trucks or buses where the installed therein, permanently wired or battery powered approved detectors of products
fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet. of combustion other than heat only, commonly known as smoke detectors. The smoke
detectors are required to be State Fire Marshal approved and listed. The seller must
16)Amend subsection 903.2.10 Group S-2. obtain certification from the Palm Springs Fire Department of the installation and proper
operation prior to close of sale of property. Smoke alarms shall be maintained as
An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings containing originally approved at the time of construction,or remodel.
Group S-2 occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:
24)Amend subsection 907.2.13 High-rise buildings.
1.A Group S-2 fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet;
High-rise buildings and buildings with a floor used for human occupancy located more
17)Amend subsection 1 of subsection 903.2.10.1 Commercial parking garages. than 60 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access shall be provided
with an automatic fire alarm system and emergency voice/alarm communication
1.Where the fire area of the enclosed parking garage exceeds 3,000 square systems in accordance with Section 907.2.12.3.
feet.
25)Amend subsection 907.2.19 Deep Underground buildings.
18)Add subsection 903.2.19 Group B.An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided
throughout all new buildings containing a Group B occupancy that exceeds 3,000 All underground buildings shall be equipped throughout with a manual fire alarm
square feet. system, including an emergency voice/alarm communication system installed in
accordance with section 907.6.2.2 of the 2010 California Fire Code.
19)Add subsection 903.2.20 Group F-2.An automatic sprinkler system shall be
provided throughout all new buildings containing a Group F-2 occupancy that exceeds 26)Amend 912.2.1 Visible location
3,000 square feet.
Fire department connections shall be located on the front access side of buildings,fully
20)Add Subsection 903.3.1.3.1 Pilot Heads.Pilot heads hall be required in attic areas visible and recognizable from the street or nearest point of fire department vehicle
every 1,000 square feet or portion thereof. access or as otherwise approved by the fire code official. The location of the fire
department connections shall be approved and installed as follows:
21)Amend subsection 903.4.3 Floor control valves.
1 Within 50 feet of an approved roadway or driveway and arranged so that hose
Approved supervised indicating control valves shall be provided at the point of lines can be readily attached to the inlets without interference from any nearby
connection to the riser on each floor in buildings three or more stories in height unless objects including buildings, fences, posts, plantings, or other fire department
otherwise approved by the Fire Chief. Valve locations will be determined and approved connections and or otherwise approved by the Hire code official.
by the fire code official. 2. Within 30 feet of an approved hydrant.
3. So that the inlet height shall not be less then 18 inches or more then 48 inches
22)Add subsection 903.6.3 Increased square footage. above grade.
4. Guard posts or other approved means may be required to protect fire department
Any existing building or structure undergoing construction or alteration which adds inlet connections from vehicular damage.
square footage exceeding the total area as prescribed in section 903.2, said building 5. Fire department connection shall not be allowed in the rear of any building.
shall require an approved automatic fire sprinkler system. 6. Fire department connections for NFPA 13R sprinkler systems shall be
determined by the fire code official.
Exception:One and two-family dwellings adding gross floor area that results in the total
floor area of the building where not more than 1,500 GPM fire flow is required. (1,500 27)The following is added to Section 1207.1; Purpose and Scope, is amended to read
GPM fire flow equals 3,600 square feet in Type V wood frame buildings) as follows:The purpose of this section is to establish uniform minimum noise insulation
performance standards to protect persons within hotels, motels, dormitories, apartment
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houses, attached dwellings, and those detached single-family dwellings located within Engineered Grading Requirements. Application for a grading permit shall be
the airport W zone overlay from the effects of excessive noise,including, but not limited accompanied by two sets of plans and specifications, and a soils report meeting the
to,hearing loss or impairment and interference with speech and sleep. requirements of Section J104.3. The plans and specifications shall be prepared and
signed by an individual licensed to practice as a civil engineer by the California Board of
28) The following is added to Section 1505, Fire Classification: all wood, shakes or Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.
shingles, as defined in Section 1505, shall be pressure treated fire retardant with a
minimum Class B rating. Specifications,when required,shall contain information covering construction and
material requirements.
29) Subsection 1509, Rooftop Structures, is amended by the addition of the following
paragraph: All roof top equipment, unless exempted by the Building Official, shall be Plans shall be drawn to scale and shall be of sufficient clarity to indicate the nature and
provided with an approved six(6)inch high platform equipped with a sheet metal cover. extent of the work proposed and show in detail that they will conform to the provisions of
Design of the platform shall be as per City detail or approved equal. - this code and all relevant laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations. The first sheet of
each set of plans shall give the location of the work, the name and address of the
30) The following is added to Appendix J,Grading: owners,and the person by whom they were prepared.
For the purpose of administration and enforcement of this Appendix Chapter, Grading, The plans shall include the following information:
the building official shall mean the director of public works or his or her designated
representative. 1.General vicinity of the proposed site.
31) The following is added to Appendix J,Section J104.1 "Submittal Requirements': - 2.Property limits and accurate contours of existing ground and details of terrain
and area drainage.
Grading Designation: Grading in excess of 2,000 cubic yards shall be performed in
accordance with an approved grading plan prepared by a civil engineer, and shall be 3.Limiting dimensions,elevations or finish contours to be achieved by the
designated as"engineered grading".Grading involving less than 2,000 but more than 50 grading,and proposed drainage channels and related construction.
cubic yards shall be performed in accordance with an approved grading plan prepared
by an appropriate design professional as allowed by the building official, and shall be 4.Detailed plans of all surface and subsurface drainage devices,walls,cribbing,
designated 'regular grading" unless the permittee chooses to have the grading dams and other protective devices to be constructed with,or as a part of,the
performed as engineered grading, or the building official determines that special proposed work,together with a hydrology study including a map showing the
conditions or unusual hazards exist, in which case grading shall conform to the drainage area and the calculations of the estimated stormwater runoff of the area
requirements for engineered grading. Grading involving less than 50 cubic yards shall served by any drains.
be exempt from the requirements for a grading plan, unless determined otherwise by
the building official,in which case grading shall conform to the requirements for regular 5.Location of any buildings or structures on the property where the work is to be
grading. performed and the location of any buildings or structures on land of adjacent
owners that are within 15 feet of the property or that may be affected by the
Exception: Grading in excess of 2,000 cubic yards which is primarily of a proposed grading operations.
landscaping and "fine grading'nature,where no flood hazard is present, may be
designated"regular grading"at the discretion of the building official. 6.Recommendations included in the soils report shall be incorporated in the
grading plans or specifications.When approved by the building official,specific
32) The following is added to Appendix J,Section J104.2"Site Plan Requirements': recommendations contained in the soils report,which are applicable to grading,
may be included by reference.
An effective means of dust control,which shall include provisions or adequate watering
during the grading provisions for adequate watering during the grading process and 7.The dates of the soils report together with the names,addresses and phone
provision for continuance of dust control after grading, until such time that the graded numbers of the firms or individuals who prepared the report.
surface presents sufficient protective cover against wind or water erosion so that special
dust control measures are no longer necessary. Regular Grading Requirements. Application for a grading permit shall be accompanied
by two sets of plans and specifications, and a soils report meeting the requirements of
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Section J104.3. The plans and specifications shall be prepared and signed by an
individual appropriately licensed to practice civil engineering, architecture, or a similar Building:Work exempt from permit is amended as follows: Items 2, 3,4, 5, 7, 8,and 9
field by the state of California,with experience preparing grading plans,or as allowed by are deleted.
the building official.
2)Add subsection R313.1.2 Townhouse increased square footage. -
Plans and specifications for regular grading shall conform to the requirements for
engineered grading; however, particular requirements may be waived at the discretion Any existing building or structure undergoing construction or alteration which adds
of the building official given the particular nature of proposed grading designated as square footage exceeding the total area as prescribed in subsections 903.2 and 903.6.3
"regular grading". of the Palm Springs Fire Code,Article VI of the City Palm Springs Municipal Code,said
(Ord. 1767§1,2010;Ord. 1735§3,2008:Ord. 1731 §3,2007:Ord. 1641 §1,2003; building shall require an approved automatic fire sprinkler system.
Ord.1618§3,2002:Ord. 1571 §3,1999:Ord. 1522§3, 1995:Ord. 1414§3, 1992: Exception: One and two-family dwellings adding gross floor area that results in
Ord. 1336§3, 1989:Ord. 1296§3, 1988) the total floor area of the building where not more than 1,500 GPM fire flow is
required. (1,500 GPM fire flow equals 3,600 square feet in Type V wood frame
Exception: Grading in excess of 2,000 cubic yards which is primarily of a buildings)
landscaping and 'fine grading"nature,where no flood hazard is present, may be
termed"regular grading"at the discretion of the Building Official. 3)Add subsection R313.2.2 Increased square footage.
33) The following paragraph is added to Appendix J, Section J104.2, Site Plan Any existing building or structure undergoing construction or alteration which adds
Requirements: An effective means of dust control, which shall include provisions or square footage exceeding the total area as prescribed in the subsections 903.2 and
adequate watering during the grading provisions for adequate watering during the 903.6.3 of the Palm Springs Fire Code, said building shall require an approved
grading process and provision for continuance of dust control after grading, until such automatic fire sprinkler system.
time that the graded surface presents sufficient protective cover against wind or water
erosion so that special dust control measures are no longer necessary." Exception: One and two-family dwellings adding gross floor area that results in
the total floor area of the building where not more than 1,500 GPM fire flow is
SECTION 5. 8.04.16 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby added to read as required. (1,500 GPM fire flow equals 3,600 square feet in Type V wood frame
follows: buildings)
8.04.016 California Residential Code-Adopted. 4)Subsection R801.2 Requirements,is amended:
That certain document, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, being Add the following paragraph to the end of subsection R801.2 "All rooftop equipment
marked and designated as "California Residential Code, 2010 edition", is hereby unless exempt by the Building Official, shall be provided with an approved six inch high
adopted as the California Residential Code of the City of Palm Springs by reference, platform equipped with a sheet metal cover. Design of the platform shall be as per City
pursuant to the provisions of Section 50022.1 et seq., of the California Government detail or approved equal."
Code"
5)The following is added to Section 905.7:Wood Shingles
SECTION_6. 8.04.17 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby added to read as _
follows: - "All wood shingles as defined in this section, shall be pressure treated, fire retardant
with a minimum Class B rating."
8.04.017 California Residential Code—Additions,Amendments and Deletions.
6)The following is added to Section 905.8,Wood Shakes:
The California adopted herein by reference is hereby amended by the following
additions,deletions and amendments: "All wood shakes as defined in this section shall be pressure treated,fire retardant with
a minimum Class B rating."
1)Amending Section R 105.2.Work exempt from permit
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SECTION 7.Section 8.04.020 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is amended to read SECTION 11.Section 8.04.035 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby amended
as follows: to read as follows:
8.04.020 California Mechanical Code-Adopted. 8.04.035 Uniform Housing Code-Adopted.
That certain document, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, being That certain document,a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk,being
marked and designated as "California Mechanical Code, 2010 edition", and all - marked and designated as"Uniform Housing Code,1997 edition",and all appendices,
appendices, tables and indices thereto, except as hereinafter modified, is hereby tables and indices thereto,is hereby adopted as the Uniform Housing Code of the City
adopted as the Mechanical Code for the City of Palm Springs, by reference,pursuant to of Palm Springs by reference,pursuant to the provisions of Section 50022.1 at seq.of
the provisions of Section 50022.1 et seq.of the California Government Code." the California Government Code."
SECTION 8.Section 8.04.021 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby added SECTION 12.Section 8.04.040 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby amended
to read as follows: to read as follows:
8.04.021 California Mechanical Code-Amended. 8.04.040 California Existing Building Code Appendix A-1 -Adopted.
Section 115.2 Permit fees. On buildings, structures, mechanical systems or alterations That certain document, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, being
requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as required, in accordance with marked and designated as "California Existing Building Code Appendix A-1, 2010
the scheduled as established by the applicable governing authority. edition", is hereby adopted as the Existing Building Cade of the City of Palm Springs by
reference, pursuant to the provisions of Section 50022.1 at seq. of the California
SECTION 9.Section 8.04.030 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby amended Government Code."
to read as follows:
SECTION 13.Section 8.04.050 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby amended
8.04.030 California Plumbing Code-Adopted. to read as follows:
That certain document, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, being 8.04.050 California Electrical Code-Adopted.
marked and designated as"California Plumbing Code, 2010 edition",including A, B, D,
G, I and K, including tables and indices thereto, except as hereinafter modified, is That certain document, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, being
hereby adopted as the Plumbing Code for the City of Palm Springs by reference, marked and designated as "California Electrical Code, 2010 Edition", and all
pursuant to the provisions of Section 50022.1 at seq. of the California Government appendices,tables and indices thereto except as amended herein,is hereby adopted as
Code." the Electrical Code of the City of Palm Springs by reference, pursuant to all the
provisions of Section 50022.1 at seq. of the California Government Code; and all of its
SECTION 10.Section 8.04,031 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby added provisions(except as hereinafter modified) shall regulate the installation, arrangement,
to read as follows: alternative, repair, use, and generation of electric wiring, connections, fixture,
apparatus, machinery, appliances, and other electric devices on premises within the
8.04.031 California Plumbing Code,Amended City."
1) Section 103.4.1 Permit Fees: On buildings, structures, plumbing systems or SECTION 14.Section 8.04.055 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby amended
alterations requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as required, in as follows:
accordance with the schedule as established by the applicable governing authority.
8.04.055 California Electrical Code-Additions and Amendments.
2) Section 103.4.2 Plan Review Fees: Delete following verbiage: "When plans are
incomplete or changed so as to require additional plan review,an additional plan review The California Electrical Code adopted herein by reference is hereby amended by the
fee shall be charged at the rate shown in Table 1.1." following additions and amendments:
1.Add the following to the end of Subsection 90-8(A):
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SERVICE LOAD.The main switch and/or distribution panel of a single family dwelling or 8.04.710 Definitions: For the purpose of this Article,certain terms,words and phrases
condominium occupancy shall have an adequate capacity and space to carry the are defined as follows:
.calculated load, plus an 8 KW future with four (4) spare spaces at the time of final
inspection.The 8 KW load is not to be reduced by any demand factor. Above Ground/On Ground Pool.See definition of swimming pool.
2.Add the following to the end of Subsection 310-2(B): Barrier is a fence,wall,building wall,safety cover complying with American Society for
Testing Materials(ASTM)Standard F 1346-91 or a combination thereof,which
ALUMINUM CONDUCTOR LIMITATIONS. No aluminum wiring. shall be used. completely surrounds the swimming pool and obstructs access to the swimming pool,
EXCEPTION: Aluminum wiring in sizes 1/0 and larger may be used for main feed to spa or hot tub.When approved by the enforcement agency,barriers may also
sub-panels only and shall be enclosed in a raceway." incorporate natural or manmade features,such as topography,geographically isolated
areas which provide an effective access barrier to the pool area.
SECTION 15.Section 8.04.065 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby amended
to read as follows: GRADE.is the underlying surface,such as earth or a walking surface.
8.04.065 California Energy Code-Adopted. HOT TUB.See definition of spa.
That certain document, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, being IN-GROUND POOL.See definition of swimming pool.
marked and designated as"California Energy Code,2010 edition",is hereby adopted as
the California Energy Code of the City of Palm Springs by reference, pursuant to the SEPARATION FENCE is a barrier which separates all doors of a dwelling unit or
provisions of Section 50022.1 at seq.,of the California Government Code" building accessory thereto with direct access to a swimming pool,spa or hot tub from
that swimming pool,spa or hot tub.
- SECTION 16.8.04.090 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby amended to read
as follows: SPA is a structure intended for recreational bathing,designed to contain water over 18
inches deep and outside dimensions not exceeding 160 square feet.
8.04.090 California Green Building Standards Code-Adopted.
SWIMMING POOL is any structure intended for swimming or recreational bathing that is
That certain document, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, being designed to contain water over 18 inches deep.This includes in-ground,above-ground
marked and designated as"California Green Building Standards Code,2010 edition",is and on-ground swimming pools and fixed-in-place wading pools,and excludes spas.
hereby adopted as the California Green Building Standards Code of the City of Palm
Springs by reference, pursuant to the provisions of Section 50022.1 et seq., of the SWIMMING POOL,OUTDOOR,is any swimming pool which is totally outside the
California Government Code" residential structure.
SECTION 17.Article VII of Chapter 8.04 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby 8.04.720 Requirements:
added to read:
Outdoor Swimming Pool. An outdoor swimming pool, hot tub or spa shall be provided
ARTICLE VII with a barrier. With respect to the installation or construction of an outdoor swimming
SWIMMING POOL SAFETY STANDARDS pool, spa or hot tub, the City may require,.either prior to plastering and/or filling with
water,that the barrier be installed,inspected and approved.
8.04.700 General
8.04.710 Definitions Outdoor swimming pools with electrically operated or manual tracking safety covers that
8.04.720 Requirements comply with the ASTM Standard F 1346-91 shall not be required to provide other
barriers.When electrically operated safety covers are provided, the control for the pool
8.04.700 General:The provisions of this article apply to the design and construction of cover shall be mounted at least 54 inches above grade.
barriers for swimming pools,spas and hot tubs provided for the use by no more than
three families and their guests. When barriers are required,the barrier shall comply with the following:
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a) The top of the barrier shall be at least 60 inches above grade measured on the d.Where a wall of a dwelling serves as part of the barrier, and contains door openings
side of the barrier which faces away from the swimming pool. The maximum vertical providing direct access to the pool,those door openings shall be protected by one of the
clearance between grade and the bottom of the barrier shall be two inches measured on following means:
the side of the barrier which faces away from the swimming pool.The maximum vertical
clearance at the bottom of the barrier may be increased to four inches when grade is a (1)A self-closing and self-latching device installed on all doors with the release
solid surface impenetrable by a child, such as a concrete deck. Where the barrier is mechanism located a minimum of 54 inches above the Floor.
mounted on top of the above-ground pool structure, the maximum vertical clearance
between the top of the pool structure and the bottom of the barrier shall be four inches (2)An alarm capable of providing a sound pressure level of not less than 85 dba
when grade is a solid surface impenetrable by a child, such as a concrete deck.Where when measured indoors at a distance of 10 feet. The alarm shall activate within
the barrier is mounted on top of the above-ground pool structure,the maximum vertical 15seconds after the door and its screen if present,are opened and shall sound
clearance between the top of the pool structure and the bottom of the barrier shall be continuously for a minimum of 10 seconds then automatically reset. The alarm
four inches.When barriers have horizontal members,the tops of which are spaced less shall be equipped with a manual reset,such as a touchpad or switch,located on
than 45 inches apart(1)the horizontal members shall be placed on the pool side of the the interior side of the wall not less than 54 inches above the threshold of the
barrier and(2)spacing between vertical members shall not exceed 1 %.inches in width. door to permit entry and exiting without activation of the alarm. The alarm shall
Any decorative design work on the side away from the swimming pool, such as automatically reset under all conditions. The alarm may be battery operated or
protrusions, indentations or cutouts, which render the barrier easily climbable, is connected to the building wiring.
prohibited.
(3)Other means of protection may be acceptable so long as the degree of protection
EXCEPTIONS: 1. For fencing composed of vertical and horizontal members, the afforded is substantially the same as that afforded by any of the devices
spacing between vertical members may be increased up to four inches when the described above.
distance between the tops of horizontal members is 45 inches or more.
e. Where an above-ground pool structure is used as a barrier or where the barrier is
2.Existing fences surrounding property at pool area,which are at least 60 inches mounted on top of the pool structure,and the means of access is a ladder or steps,then
above grade, measured on the side of the barrier which faces away from the (1)the ladder or steps shall be capable of being secured, locked or removed to prevent
swimming pool, has a maximum vertical clearance between grade and the access or (2) the ladder or steps shall be surrounded by a barrier which meets the
bottom.of the barrier of two inches and has no openings that will allow the requirements of Items a. through d. When the ladder or steps are secured, locked or
passage of a four inch diameter sphere are permitted. removed, any opening created shall be protected by a barrier complying with Items a.
through d.
b. Openings in the barrier for chain link fences shall not allow passage of a 1 '/. inch
diameter sphere.The wire size shall not be smaller than 11 gauge. 2. Spas& Hot Tubs. A spa or hot tub with a locking safety cover which complies with
the ASTM Standard F 1346-91 shall not be required to provide other barriers.Where a
EXCEPTION: Maximum mesh size for chain link fences shall be as provided in locking safety cover is not provided, the spa or hot tub shall comply with the
paragraph 2 above unless the fence is provided with slats fastened at the top or requirements of Section 1.
the bottom which reduce the openings to no more than 1 '/.inches.
3. Indoor Swimming Pools. For an indoor swimming pool, protection shall comply with
c. Access gates shall comply with the requirements of Items a. and b. and shall be the requirements of Section 1.d.
equipped to accommodate a locking device.Separation fence gates shall open outward
away from the pool and shall be self-closing and have a self-latching device. Gates SECTION 18. Section 15.04.050 is added to the Palm Springs Municipal Code to read:
other than separation fence gates are only required to have a self-latching device. -
Where the release mechanism of the self-latching devices is located less than 54 inches 15.04.050 Graywater Systems.
from grade,(1)the release mechanism shall be located on the pool side of the barrier at
least three inches below the top of the gate, and (2)the gate and barrier shall have no Nothing in this Chapter shall be deemed a limitation, restriction, or prohibition on any
opening greater than one-half inch within 18 inches of the release mechanism. Any graywater system installed pursuant to the provisions of Appendix G of the Plumbing
gates other than pedestrian access shall be equipped with lockable hardware or Code,as adopted pursuant to Section 8.04.030 of this Code,as such provisions may be
padlocks and shall remain locked at all limes when not in use. amended from time to time.
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SECTION 19. OPERATIVE DATE. The provisions of this Ordinance shall become
operative on January 1, 2011, which is the effective date of the 2010 edition of the
California Building Standards Code,published by the State of California.
SECTION 20. EFFECTIVE DATE. The Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall certify
to the passage and adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same, or the
summary thereof,to be published and posted pursuant to the provisions of law and this
Ordinance shall take effect thirty(30)days after passage.
SECTION 21. SEVERABILITY. If any section, subsection or clause of this ordinance
'shall be deemed to be unconstitutional or otherwise invalid,the validity of the remaining
section,subsection and clauses shall not be affected thereby.
ADOPTED THIS 17r"DAY OF NOVEMBER,2010.
ATTEST: Stephen P.Pougnet,Mayor
James Thompson,City Clerk
CERTIFICATION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss.
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS)
I, JAMES THOMPSON, City Clerk of the City of Palm Springs, California, do
hereby certify that Ordinance No. 1780 is a full, true, and correct copy, and was
introduced at a regular meeting of the Palm Springs City Council on the 3rtl day of
November, 2010,and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 17r
day of November,2010,by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmember Foat,Councilmember Mills,Councilmember Weigel,
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson,and Mayor Pougnet.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
James Thompson,City Clerk
City of Palm Springs,California
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
PUBLIC HEARING NOTIFICATION
City Council
Meeting Date: November 17, 2010
Subject: Ordinance 1781 v
AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION
I, Kathie Hart, Chief Deputy City Clerk, of the City of Palm Springs, California, do hereby
certify that a copy of the attached Ordinance Summary was published in the Desert Sun on
November 27, 2010.
I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.
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Kathie Hart, CMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk
AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
1, Kathie Hart, Chief Deputy City Clerk, of the City of Palm Springs, California, do hereby
certify that a copy of the attached Ordinance Summary was posted at City Hall, 3200 E.
Tahquitz Canyon Drive, on the exterior legal notice posting board and in the Office of the
City Clerk on November 23, 2010.
II declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.
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Kathie Hart, CMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk
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ORDINANCE NO. 1781 If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this
ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such invalidity
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND RESTATING ARTICLE VI remaining portions of this ordinance, it being expressly declared that this
OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL ordinance and each section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause and
CODE, RELATING TO THE ADOPTION AND phrase thereof would have been adopted, irrespective of the fact that one or
AMENDMENT OF THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, 2010 more other section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase be
EDITION. - declared invalid or unconstitutional.
City Attorney's Summary 3) Amend subsection 103.4 Liability.
This ordinance adopts and amends the 2010 Edition of the Any liability against the Palm Springs Fire Department or any officer or employee
California Fire Code, adopted by the State of California and shall be as provided for in California Government Code and case law. Fire
effective on January 1,2011. suppression, investigation and rescue or emergency medical costs are
recoverable in accordance with California Health and Safety Code Sections
13009 and 13009.1.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS ORDAINS: 4) Amend subsection 109.3 Violation penalties.
SECTION 1. Article VI of Chapter 8.04 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code is hereby The provisions of Title 1 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code shall be applicable
amended and restated to read: to and govern the enforcement of this Title. Each day that a violation continues
after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense. The
Article VI imposition of one(1)penalty for one(1)violation shall not excuse the violation,or
Fire Code permit it to continue. All such persons shall be required to correct or remedy
Sections such violations or defects within a reasonable time.The application of the above
8.04,500 California Fire Code Adopted. penalty shall not be held to prevent the enforced removal or correction of
8.04.510 Additions, Deletions,and Amendments. prohibited conditions.
8.04.500 California Fire Code Adopted.
5) Amend subsection 111.4 Failure to comply.
That certain document,a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk,
entitled, "California Fire Code, 2010 Edition" including Appendix Chapter 4, Any person who shall continue any work after having been served with a stop
Appendices A,B, BB,C,CC,E, F,G,H,I,J, K,L and M thereto,except as hereinafter work order, except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a
modified, are hereby adopted as the Fire Code of the City of Palm Springs by violation or unsafe condition,shall be in violation of this code.
reference,pursuant to the provisions of Government Code Section 50022.1 at seq.
6) Amend Section 202 General Definitions to include:
8.04.510 Additions,Deletions,and Amendments.
The California Fire Code, 2010 Edition, adopted herein b reference, is FIVE MINUTE FIRE DEPARTMENT RESPONSE TIME: The Five-Minute Fire
P y Department Response Time is defined as the time the fire station or response
amended by the foltowing additions,deletions,and amendments: personnel receive notification of a call for emergency service, allowing one-
minute for"firefighter turnout'and four-minutes for travel on paved streets. The
1) Amend Chapter 1,Division 11 Administration,and Section 101.1 Title. Palm Springs Fire Department Five-Minute Response Time Map is identified in
These regulations shall be known as the Palm Springs Fire Code, hereinafter Appendix"L".
referred to as"this code". - MID RISE BUILDING: Every building of any type of construction or occupancy
having floors used for human occupancy located 60 feet above the lowest floor
2) Amend subsection 101.4 Severability. level of fire department access at ground level to the top of the structure shall be
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enhanced with high-rise provisions as set forth in Section 508.1 of the California Fire apparatus access roads shall be designed and maintained to support the
Fire Code. imposed loads of fire apparatus(73,000 lbs. GVW)and shall be surfaced so as
to provide all-weather driving capabilities.
MODEL ROCKET: shall mean any toy or educational device which weighs not
more than 500 grams, including the engine and any payload that is propelled by 14) Amend subsection 503.2.4 Turning radius.
model rocket engines.
MODEL ROCKET ENGINE: shall mean a commercially manufactured, non- The required turning radius of a fire apparatus access road shall be determined
reusable rocket propulsion device which is constructed of a nonmetallic casing by the fire code official. Fire access road turns and corners shall be designed
and solid propellant,wherein all of the ingredients are self-contained so as not to with a minimum inner radius of 25 feet and an outer radius of 43 feet.
require mixing or handling by the user and which have design and construction 15) Amend subsection 503.2.5 Dead ends.
characteristics determined by the State Fire Marshal to provide a reasonable
degree of safety to the user. Dead-end fire apparatus roads in excess of 150 feet in length shall be provided
with an approved area for turning around fire apparatus. The City of Palm
7) Add Section 318 Parade floats. Springs has two approved turn around provisions. One is a cul-de-sac with an
outside turning radius of 43 feet from centerline. The other is a hammerhead
8) Add subsection 318.1 Decorative materials. turnaround meeting the Palm Springs Public Works and Engineering Department
standard dated 9-4-02.
Decorative materials on parade floats shall be non-combustible or flame
retardant. 16) Add subsection 503.2.9 Aerial fire access roads.
9) Add subsection 318.1.1 Combustible Clearance Buildings or portions of buildings or facilities exceeding 30 feet in height above
the lowest level of fire department vehicle access shall be provided with
A 12" minimum clearance of decorative materials shall be maintained around approved fire apparatus access roads capable of accommodating fire department
vehicle and/or generator exhaust pipe(s). aerial apparatus.Overhead utility and power lines shall not be located within the
10) Add subsection 318.2 Fire protection. aerial fire apparatus access roadway.
Motorized parade floats and towing apparatus shall be provided with a minimum 17) Add subsection 503.2.9 Width.
2A 10B:C rated portable fire extinguisher readily accessible to the operator. Fire apparatus access roads shall have a minimum unobstructed width of 26 feet
in the immediate vicinity of any building or portion of building more than 30 feet in
11) Add subsection 318.3 Portable Generators. height.
Portable generators shall be secured from tipping and subject to approval by the 18) Add subsection 503.2.10 Proximity to building.
fire code official.
At least one of the required access routes for buildings or facility exceeding 30
12) Add subsection 503.1.1.1 Gates. feet in height above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access shall be
located within a minimum of 15 feet and a maximum of 30 feet from the building
When fences are installed that cause the distance from an approved fire and shall be positioned parallel to one entire side of the building.
department access road to exceed the maximum distance allowed in Section 503
herein, a gate shall be provided in the fence to maintain the required fire 19) Amend subsection 503.6 Security gates.
department access. The gate shall be a minimum four (4)feet in width and be
equipped with a key box and/or lock accessible from both sides in accordance Secured automated vehicle gates or entries shall utilize a combination of a
with Section 506 herein. Tomar StrobeswitchTM, or approved equal, and an approved Knox key electric
13) Amend subsection 503.2.3 Surface. switch when required by the fire code official. Secured non-automated vehicle
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gates or entries shall utilize an approved padlock or chain(maximum link or lock 24) Add subsection 901.6.1.1 Approval required.
shackle size of inch)when required by the fire code official.
Prior to the removal of any fire protection system, approval shall be obtained
Gate arms securing parking lots and parking structures shall be equipped with a from the fire code official.
fire department approved dual-keyed Knox key electric switch. When activated,
the arm or arms shall open to allow fire and law enforcement access. 25) Amend subsection 903.2 Where required.
Approved security gates shall be a minimum of 14 feet in unobstructed drive Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be
width on each side with gate in open position. provided in locations described in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2,20 as
amended by this code. For purposes of this code subsection regarding building
In the event of a power failure, the gates shall be defaulted or automatically size, fire resistive construction shall not be considered for purposes of reducing
transferred to a fail safe mode allowing the gate to be pushed open without the the gross fire area of that building.
use of special knowledge or any equipment. If a two-gate system is used, the
override switch must open both gates. (Exception:Group U Occupancies of non combustible construction)
If there is no sensing device that will automatically open the gates for exiting, a An approved automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in any building,
fire department approved Knox electrical override switch shall be placed on each regardless of gross fire area, which is built beyond a five-minute fire department
side of the gate in an approved location. emergency response time as defined in Section 202.
A final field inspection by the fire code official or an authorized representative is (Exception:Group U Occupancies of non combustible construction)
required before electronically controlled gates may become operative. Prior to
final inspection,electronic gates shall remain in a locked-open position. An approved automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in every Group A
Occupancy per 903.2.1 including those that result from a change of use in an
20) Add subsection 506.1.2 Height. existing building or portion thereof.
The nominal height of Knox lock box installations shall be 5 feet above grade. 26) Delete subsection 903.2.1.1 Group A-1
27) Delete subsection 903.2.1.2 Group A-2
21) Amend subsection 508.1 General. 28) Delete subsection 903.2.1.3 Group A-3
29) Delete subsection 903.2.1.4 Group A-4
Where required by other sections of this code and in all buildings classified as 30) Delete subsection 903.2.1.5 Group A-5
high-rise or mid-rise buildings by the California Building Code and as amended
by the Palm Springs Municipal Code for buildings over 60 feet in height to the top 31) Amend#1 in subsection 903.2.3 Group E.
of the structure, a fire command center for fire department operations shall be
provided. The fire command center shall be located adjacent to the main lobby 1.Throughout all Group E fire areas greater than 3,000 square feet in area.
and shall be accessible from fire department vehicular access or as approved by
the fire code official. 32) Amend Exception to subsection 903.2.3 Group E.
22) Add Section 510.4 Palm Springs Fire Department Radio Communications. Exception:An automatic sprinkler system is not required in any fire area or area
below the level of exit discharge where every classroom throughout the building
23) Add subsection 510.4.1 Features and requirements. has at least one exterior exit door at ground level and the fire area does not
exceed 3,000 square feet.
All new buildings, four stories in height or taller and all subterranean levels of
parking structures or existing altered buildings over 20% shall meet the City of 33) Amend subsection 903.2.4 Group F-1 #1  to read as follows:
Palm Springs Public Safety Radio System Coverage Specifications as stated in
Chapter 11.03 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code. 1.Where a Group F-1 fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet;
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3. Where the combined area of all Group F-1 fire areas on all floors, including 40) Add Section 903.2.20 Group F-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be
any mezzanines,exceeds 3,000 square feet. provided throughout all new buildings containing a Group F-2 occupancy that
exceeds 3,000 square feet.
34) Amend subsection 903.2.7 Group M#1  to read as follows:
41) Add subsection 903.3.1.3.1 Pilot heads.
1.Where a Group Mfire area exceeds 3,000 square feet;
3.Where the combined area of all Group M fire areas on all floors, including any Pilot heads shall be required in attic areas every 1,000 square feet or portion
mezzanines,exceeds 3,000 square feet. thereof.
5. The structure exceeds 3,000 square feet, contains more than one fire area
containing a group M occupancy and is separated into two or more buildings by 42) Amend subsection 903.3.8 Floor control valves.
fire walls of less than 4-hour fire-resistance rating.
Approved supervised indicating control valves shall be provided at the point of
35) Amend subsection 903.2.9 Group S-1#1;#3 to read as follows: connection to the riser on each floor in buildings three or more stories in height
unless otherwise approved by the fire code official. Valve locations will be
1. A Group S-1 fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet; determined and approved by the fire code official.
3. The combined area of all Group S-1 fire areas on all Floors, including any
mezzanines,exceeds 3,000 square feet. 43) Add subsection 903.6.3 Increased square footage.
4. A Group S-1 fire area used for the storage of commercial trucks or buses
where the fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet. Any existing building or structure undergoing construction or alteration which
adds square footage exceeding the total floor area as prescribed in Section
36) Amend subsection 903.2.9.1 Repair garages #1; #2 & #4 to read as 903.2,said building shall require an approved automatic fire sprinkler system.
follows:
Exception: One and two-family dwellings and manufactured homes adding gross
1. Buildings two or more stories in height, including basements, with a fire area floor area that results in the total floor area of the building where not more than
containing a repair garage exceeding 3,000 square feet. 1,500 GPM fire flow is required within the five-minute fire department emergency
2. One-story buildings with a fire area containing a repair garage exceeding response time as defined in Section 202. (1,500 GPM fire flow equals 3,600
3,000 square feet. square feet in Type V wood frame buildings).
4. A Group S-1 fire area used for the repair of commercial trucks or buses where
the fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet. 44) Add subsection 907.2.11.5 Smoke alarms.
37) Amend subsection 903.2.10 Group S-2. Upon sale of any residential dwelling and factory-built housing, the seller shall
have installed therein,permanently wired or battery powered approved detectors
An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings of products of combustion other than heat only, commonly known as smoke
containing Group S-2 occupancy where one of the following conditions exists: detectors. The smoke detectors are required to be State Fire Marshal approved
1. A Group S-2 fire area exceeds 3,000 square feet; and listed. The seller must obtain certification from the Palm Springs Fire
Department of the installation and proper operation prior to close of sale of
38) Amend subsection 903.2.10.1,#1 Commercial parking garages. property. Smoke alarms shall be maintained as originally approved at the time of
construction,or remodel.
1. Where the fire area of the enclosed parking garage exceeds 3,000 square
feet; 45) Amend subsection 907.2.13 High-rise buildings.
39) Add Section 903.2.19 Group B. An automatic sprinkler system shall be High-rise buildings and buildings with a floor used for human occupancy located
provided throughout all new buildings containing a Group B occupancy that more than 60 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access shall
exceeds 3,000 square feet. be provided with an automatic fire alarm system and emergency voice/alarm
communication systems in accordance with Section 907.2.12.3.
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46) Amend subsection 907.2.19 Deep Underground buildings. Any authorized City of Palm Springs fire code official, peace officer or other city
official authorized to enforce the Palm Springs Municipal Code may seize, take,
All underground buildings shall be equipped throughout with a manual fire alarm remove, or cause to be removed at the expense of the owner all prohibited
system, including an emergency voice/alarm communication system installed in fireworks and explosives.This will include all persons,firms or corporations,who
accordance with section 907.6.2.2 manufacture, sell, possess, store, handle or use any prohibited fireworks or
explosives as currently described in the California Fire Code sections 3309 and
47) Amend subsection 912.2.1 Visible location. 3310.
Fire department connections shall be located on the front access side of 53) Add Section 3311 Explosives.
buildings, fully visible and recognizable from the street or nearest point of fire
department vehicle access or as otherwise approved by the fire code official.The 54) Add subsection 3311.1 Prohibition.
location of fire department connections shall be approved and installed as
follows: The manufacture, sale, possession, storage, handling or use of non permitted
"explosives'as currently defined in Title 19 of the California Code of Regulations,
1. Within 50 feet of an approved roadway or driveway and arranged so that hose Section 1550 or thereafter amended by state law is prohibited in the City of Palm
lines can be readily attached to the inlets without interference from any nearby Springs.
objects including buildings, fences, posts, plantings, or other fire department
connections and or otherwise approved by the fire code official. 55) Add Section 3312 Model Rockets.
2. Within 30 feet of an approved hydrant.
3. So that the inlet height shall not be less than 18 inches or more than 48 56) Add subsection 3312.1 General to read as follows: The storage, handling,
inches above grade. and use of model rockets shall be in accordance with Title 19 of the California
4, Guard posts or other approved means may be required to protect fire Code of Regulations,Section 1020 at seq.and approved by the fire code official.
department inlet connections from vehicular damage.
5. Fire department connection shall not be allowed in the rear of any building. 57) Add#4 to subsection 3404.2.11,2 Location.
6. Fire department connections for NFPA 13R sprinkler systems shall be
determined by the fire code official. 4. The installation of underground combusfible/flammable liquid tanks is hereby
prohibited in all residential districts. The fire official may authorize installation of
48) Delete"Exception"to subsection 914.2.1 Automatic sprinkler system. underground combustible/Flammable liquid tanks in agricultural, commercial and
manufacturing districts.
49) Delete"Exception"to subsection 914.3.1 Automatic sprinkler system.
58) Amend subsection 3808.1 General
50) Add Section 3310'Safe and Sane"and Dangerous Fireworks.
Fire protection shall be provided for installations having LP-gas storage
51) Add subsection 3310.1 Prohibition to read as follows: containers with a water capacity of more than 2,000 gallons.
The manufacture, sale, possession, storage,handling or use of"safe and sane" 59) Add subsection 3808.3 New Installation of Liquefied Petroleum Gas.
fireworks as currently defined in the California Health and Safety Code secton
- 12529 or"dangerous fireworks"as currently defined in the California Health and All new installation of liquefied petroleum gas with an aggregate capacity of
Safety Code section 12505 or thereafter amended by state statute is prohibited in 2,000 gallons or more shall be protected by an approved automatic fixed water
the City of Palm Springs. The provisions of this section do not apply to fireworks spray system. The system shall protect the entire surface area of the tank and
displays conducted in accordance with the provisions of any permit issued by the the cargo tanker transfer area. The system shall be calculated to provide a
Palm Springs Fire Department. minimum density of .25 gallons per minute per square foot with a one-hour
duration water supply.
52) Add subsection 3310.2 Seizure of fireworks.
60) Add subsection 4603.8 Increase Hazard Class in Change of Use
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An approved fire alarm system shall be installed in existing, non-sprinklered ADOPTED THIS 177H DAY OF NOVEMBER,2010.
buildings when a change of use occurs resulting in a higher hazard classification
than the previous occupancy.
61) DELETE subsection B104.2 in Appendix B.
Stephen P.Pougnet,Mayor
62) Add Appendix"K"Palm Springs Fire Department Development Guidelines. ATTEST:
63) Add the following language to Appendix"K".
A copy of the Palm Springs Fire Department Development Guidelines is on file
with the City Clerk. James Thompson,City Clerk
64) Add Appendix "L".Palm Springs Fire Department Five Minute Response
Time Map.
CERTIFICATION
65) Add the following language to Appendix"L".
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
The Five-Minute Fire Department Response Time is the time the fire station or COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss.
response personnel receive notification of a call for emergency service, allowing CITY OF PALM SPRINGS)
one-minute for"firefighter turnout" and four-minutes for travel on paved streets.
The map,_the Palm Springs Fire Department five-minute response time for I, JAMES THOMPSON, City Clerk of the City of Palm Springs, California, do
emergency service,is on file with the City Clerk, hereby certify that Ordinance No. 1781 is a full, true, and correct copy, and was
introduced at a regular meeting of the Palm Springs City Council on the 3r° day of
66) Add Appendix"M"City of Palm Springs Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map. November, 2010,and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 17"
day of November,2010,by the following vote:
SECTION 2. SEVERABILITY. If any section, subsection, clause or phrase of this
ordinance is for any reason held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid,such AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Mills, Councilmember Weigel,
a decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. The Mayor Pro Tern Hutcheson,and Mayor Pougnet.
City Council of the City of Palm Springs,hereby declares that it would have passed this NOES: None.
ordinance and each section of subsection, sentence, clause and phrase thereof, ABSENT: None.
irrespective of the clauses or phrases being declared invalid. ABSTAIN: None.
SECTION 3. OPERATIVE DATE. The provisions of this Ordinance shall become
operative on January 1,2011.
SECTION 4. EFFECTIVE DATE.This ordinance shall be in full force and effective James Thompson,City Clerk
thirty(30)days after passage. City of Palm Springs,California
SECTION 5. PUBLICATION. The City Clerk is hereby ordered and directed to certify
to the passage of this Ordinance,and to cause the same or a summary thereof of to be
duly prepared according to law,to be published in accordance with law.