2012-226s:llegal\our documents\ardinances1121building code ordinance 2009(2).doc
ORDINANCE NO. 2� 12-226
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS AMENDING SECTIONS 28-27, 28-28, 28-33,
28-34, 28-123, 28-124, 28-144, 28-145, 28-251, AND 28-252 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF
THE CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS. TO PROVIDE FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE 2009
INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, 2009 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE FOR ONE
AND TWO FAMILY DWELLINGS, 2009 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, 2009
INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE, AND THE 2009 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE
ALL PUBLISHED BY THE INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL, REGULATING AND GOVERNING
THE CONDITIONS AND MAINTENANCE OF ALL PROPERTY, BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES;
BY PROVIDING THE STANDARDS FOR SUPPLIED UTILITIES AND FACILITIES AND OTHER
PHYSICAL THINGS AND CONDITIONS ESSENTIAL TO ENSURE THAT STRUCTURES ARE
SAFE, SANITARY AND FIT FOR OCCUPANCY AND USE; PROVIDING FOR THE
CONDEMNATION OF BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES UNFIT FOR HUMAN OCCUPANCY f1ND
USE AND THE DEMOLITION OF SUCH STRUCTURES, PROVIDING FOR THE REGULATION
AND GOVERNING OF THE CONSTRUCTION, ALTERING, MOVEMENT, ENLARGEMENT,
REPLACEMENT, REPAIR, EQUIPMENT LOCATION, REMOVAL AND DEMOLITION OF
DETACHED ONE AND TWO FAMILY DWELLINGS AND MULTIPLE SINGLE FAMILY
DWELLINGS (TOWNHOUSES) NOT MORE THAN THItEE STORIES IN HEIGHT WITH
SEPARATE MEANS OF EGRESS; PROVIDING THE REGULATION AND GOVERNING OF THE
DESIGN CONSTRUCTION, QUALITY OF MATERIALS, ERECTION, INSTALLATION,
ALTERATION, REPAIRS, LOCATION, RELOCATION, REPLACEMENT, ADDITION TO, USE OR
MAINTENANCE OF PLUMBING AND MECHANICAL SYSTEMS IN THE CITY OF DENTON,
TEXAS; PROVIDING FOR THE REGULATION AND GOVERNING OF FUEL GAS SYSTEMS AND
GAS FIRED APPLIANCES; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF PERMITS AND COLLECTION
OF FEES THEREOF; PROVIDING FOR AMENDMENTS THERETO; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY
FOR VIOLATION OF A FINE NOT TO EXCEED $2,000.00; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY
CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT THEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
SECTION 1. That Chapter 28, Section 28-27 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Denton is
hereby amended so that said section shall hereafter be and read as follows: Adoption of the building code.
The International Building Code, 2009 Edition, as published by the International Code Council, a copy of
which shall be filed in the Office of the City Secretary and available for public inspection, is hereby
adopted and designated as the building code far other than 1& 2 family dwellings for the city, the same as
though the edition of such code were copied at length herein subject to the deletions and amendments
enumerated in section 28-28; That Chapter 28, Section 28-33 of the Code or Ordinances of the City of
Denton is hereby amended so that said section shall hereafter be and read as follows: Adoption of the
residential code. The International Residential Code with Appendix G, 2009 edition as published by the
International Code Council, a copy which shall be filed in the Office of the City Secretary and available for
public inspection, is hereby adopted and designated as the residential code for the city, the same as though
the edition of such code were copied at length herein subject to the deletions and amendments enumerated
in section 28-34. That Chapter 28, Section 28-123 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Denton is
hereby amended so that said section shall hereafter be and read as follows: Adoption of the fuel gas code.
The International Fuel Gas Code, 2009 edition as published by the International Code Council, a copy
which shall be filed in the Office of the City Secretary and available for public inspection, is hereby
adopted and designated as the fuel gas code for the city, the same as though the edition of such code were
copied at length herein subject to the deletions and amendments enumerated in section 28-124. That
Chapter 28, Section 28-144 of the Code or Ordinances of the City of Denton is hereby amended so that said
section shall herea8er be and read as follows: Adoption of the plumbing code. The International Plumbing
Code, 2009 edition as published by the International Code Council, a copy which shall be filed in the
Office of the City Secretary and available for public inspection, is hereby adopted and designated as the
plumbing code for the city, the same as though the edition of such code were copied at length herein
subject to the deletions and amendments enumerated in section 28-145. That Chapter 28, Section 28-251 of
the Code or Ordinances of the City of Denton is hereby amended so that said section shall hereafter be and
read as follows: Adoption of the mechanical code. The International Mechanical Code, 2009 edition as
published by the International Code Council, a copy which shall be iiled in the Office of the City Secretary
and available for public inspection, is hereby adopted and designated as the mechanical code for the city,
the same as though the edition of such code were copied at length herein subject to the deletions and
amendments enumerated in section 28-252.
SECTION 2..Section 28-28 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Denton, Texas is hereby amended to
read as follows:
28-28 Deletions and Amendments:
Amendments to the 2009 International Building Code
(1)Section IOl.4; change to read as follows:
101.4 Referenced codes. The other codes listed in Sections 101.4.1 through 101.4.6 and referenced
elsewhere in this code, when specifically adopted, shall be considered part of the requirements of this code
to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the
referenced codes and standards, each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to reference
the amendments as well. Any reference to NFPA 70 or the Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code
as adopted.
(2)Section 101.4.7; add the following:
101.4.7 Electrical. The provisions of the Electrical Code shall apply to the installation of electrical
systems, including alterations, repairs, replacement, equipment, appliances, fixtures, iittings and
appurtenances thereto.
(3) Section I03.1; delete tlzis section.
(4)Section 105.2; make changes to tliis section as follows:
105.2 Work exempt from perm�ts.
No changes in first paragraph.
Buildittg:
1. ...provided the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet
2. Delete this exemption
3. No changes
4. No changes
5. No changes
6. No changes
7. No changes
8. No changes
9. No changes
10. No changes
11. No changes
12. No changes
13, No changes
(S)Section 109; add Section 109.7 to read as follows:
109.7 Re-inspection Fee. A fee as established by city council resolution may be charged when:
1. The inspection called for is not ready when the inspector arrives;
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2. No building address or permit card is clearly posted;
3. City approved plans are not on the job site available to the inspector;
4. The building is locked or worlc otherwise not available for inspection when called;
5. The job site is red-tagged twice for the same item;
6. The original red tag has been removed from the job site.
7. Failure to maintain erosion control, trash control or tree protection,
Any re-inspection fees assessed shall be paid before the final inspection is made on that job site.
(6)Sect�on 109; add Sectfo�z 109.8, 109.8.1, 109.8.2 and 109.9 to read as follows:
109.8 Worlc without a permit.
109.8.1 Investigation. Whenever wark for which a permit is required by this code has been
commenced without first obtaining a pertnit, a special investigation shall be made before a permit may
be issued for such work.
109.8.2 Fee. An investigation fee, in addition to the permit fee, shall be collected whether or not a
permit is subsequently issued. The investigation fee shall be equal to the amount of the permit fee
required by this code ar the city fee schedule as applicable. The payment of such investigation fee shall
not exempt the applicant from compliance with all other provisions of either this code or the technical
codes nor from penalty prescribed by law.
109.9 Unauthorized cover up fee. Any work concealed without first obtaining the required inspection
in violation of section 110 shall be assessed a fee as established by the city fee schedule. This fee shall
be in addition to any citations issued as a result of work being concealed without proper inspections.
(7)Section 202; amerzd definitions ofAmbulatory Healtl� Care Facility and Fire WatcJz as follows:
[B] AMBULATORY HEALTH CARE FACILITY. Buildings or portions thereof used to provide
medical, surgical, psychiatric, nursing or similar care on a less than 24-hour basis to individuals who are
rendered incapable of self-preservation. This group may include but not be limited to the following:
- Dialysis centers
- Sedation dentistry
- Surgery centers
- Colonic centers
- Psychiatric centers
[F]FIRE WATCH. A temporary measure intended to ensure continuous and systematic surveillance of a
building or portion thereof by one or more qualified individuals or standby personnel when required by the
fire code o�cial, for the purposes of identifying and controlling fire hazards, detecting early signs of
unwanted %re, raising an alarm of fire and notifying the %re department,
(8)Section 202; amend definition to read as follows:
HIGH-RISE BUILDING. A building with an occupied floor located more than SS feet (I6 764 mm)
above the lowest level offrre department vehicle access.
(9)Section 304.1; add the following to the list of occupancies:
Fire stations
Police stations with detention facilities for 5 or fewer detainees
(10)Section 307.1; add tlze fol[owing to Exception 4:
4. Cleaning establishments... {text unchanged} ...with Section 712, or both. See also IFC chapter 12, Dry
Cleaning Plant provisions.
(11)Section 310.1; amend second paragraph under R-3 as follows:
Adult care and child care facilities with 5 or fewer unrelated persons that are within a single-family home
are permitted to comply with the International Residential Code,
(12)Section 406.1.2; add �tem 3 to read ns follows:
3. A separation is not required between a Group R-2 and U carport provided that the carport is
entirely open on all sides and that the distance between the two is at least 10 feet (3048 mm).
(13)Section 406.6.1; add a seco�td paragrapl: to read as follows:
This occupancy shall also exclude garages operated for minor repair, modification and servicing of motor
vehicles for items such as lube changes, inspections, windshield repair or replacement, shocks, minor part
replacement and other such minor repairs.
(14)Sectfon 903.1.1; change to read as follows:
[F] 903.1.1 Alternative protection. Alternative automatic fire-extinguishing systems complying with
Section 904 shall be permitted in addition to automatic sprinkler protection where recognized by the
applicable standard, or as approved by the fire code official.
(1 S)Chapter 9; Fire Protection Systems refer to t12e 2009 Internationnl Fire Code as amended by tlze City
of Denton, except for sections 909 Srnoke Control Systems and section 910 Srnoke and Heat Vents.
(16)Section 910.1; chr�nge Exception 2 lo read as follows:
2. Where areas of buildings are equipped with early suppression fast-response (ESFR) sprinlclers,
only manual smoke and heat vents shall be required within these areas. Automatic smoke and heat
vents are prohibited.
(I7)Sect�on 910.2; add Section 910.2.3 with exceptions and 910.2.4 to read as follows:
910.2.3 Group H. Buildings and portions thereof used as a Group H occupancy as follows:
1. In occupancies classified as Group H-2 or H-3, any of which are more than 15,000 square feet (1394 m2)
in single floor area.
Exceptions:
1. Buildings of noncombustible construction containing only noncombustible materials.
2. Areas of buildings in Group H used for storing Class 2, 3 and 4 liquid and solid oxidizers, Class 1
and unclassified detonable organic peroxides, Class 3 and 4 unstable (reactive) materials, or Class
2 or 3 water-reactive materials as required for a high-hazard commodity classiiication.
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910.2.4 Exit access travel distance increase. Buildings and portions thereof used as a Group F-1 or S-1
occupancy where the maximum exit access travel distance is increased in accordance with Section 1016.3.
(I8)Table 910.3; cJzange the title of the firsl row of the table from "Group F-1 and S-1 " to include
"Group H" and to read as follows:
Group H, F-1 and S-1
(19)Section 910.3.2.2; add second paragraplz to read as follows:
The automatic operating mechanism of the smoke and heat vents shall operate at a temperature rating at
least 100 degrees F(approximately 38 degrees Celsius) greater than the temperature rating of the sprinklers
installed.
(20)Section 1007.1; add t/ae following Exception 4:
Exceptions:
{previous exceptions unchanged}
4. Buildings regulated under State Law and built in accordance with State registered plans, including
any variances or waivers granted by the State, shall be deemed to be in compliance with the
requirements of Section 1007.
(21) Section 1008.1; add following paragraplzs to read as follows:
1008.1 Doors.
{previous text unchanged}
Exterior door openings more than 30 inches from the top of the threshold to the surface or ground on the
exterior side of the door, that are not part of a means of egress, shall be protected by an engineered guard
designed for a live load equal to the occupancy served.
The means of attachment of the guard to the structure shall be designed and stamped by a registered
professional engineer. The design of the guard shall meet or exceed the minimum requirements of sections
1013.2 and 2308.12.7 of this code; otherwise the exterior operating door shall be fixed in a closed position
with al] operating hardware removed.
(22)Section 1008.1.4.4; add clZanges to rercd as follows:
1008.1.4.4 Access-controlled egress doors. The entrance doors in a means of egress in buildings... {text
unchanged),..R-1 and R-2 shall allow for free egress at all times without the use of keys, special
knowledge, or effort. {delete rest of section}
(23)Section I008.1.9.3; Locks and Latcl:es; add corzdition as follows:
1008.1.9.3, Locics and latches. Locks and latches shall... (text unchanged}.., any of the following exists:
€text of conditions 1 through 3 unchanged}
3.1 Where egress doors are used in pairs and positive latching is required, approved automatic
flush bolts may be permitted, provided that both leaves achieve positive latching regardless of
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the closing sequence and the door leaf having the automatic flush bolts has no doorknobs or
surface mounted hardware.
{text of conditions 4 and 5 unchanged}
(24)Section 1015; add new sectfon 1015.7 to read as follows:
1015 7 Electrical Rooms Far electrical rooms special e�cititl� requirements maV apply per the electrical
code as adopted.
(25)Section 1016; add new section 1016.3 to read as follows:
1016.3. Roof Vent Increase. In buildings that are one story in height, equipped with automatic heat and
smoke roof vents complying with Section 910 and equipped throughout with an automatic sprinlder system
in accordance with Section 9033.1.1, the maxnnum exit access travel distance shall be 400 feet for
occupancies in Group F-1 or S-1.
(26)Sectio�:1018.1; add exception 5 to read as follows:
{previous text unchanged}
5. In Group B office buildings, corridor walls and ceilings need not be of fire-resistive consriuction
within office spaces of a single tenant when the space is equipped with an approved automatic
fire alarm system within the corridor. The actuation of any detector shall activate alarms audible
in all areas served by the corridor.
(27)Section 1022.9; amend section to read as follows:
1022.9. Smokeproof enclosures and pressurized stairways. In buildings required to comply with Section
403 or 405, each of the exit enclosures serving a story with a floor service not more than 55 feet (16 764
mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access or more than 30 feet (9 144 mm) below...
(remaining text unchanged}
(28)Section 1024.1; change to read as follows:
1024.1; Generad. Approved luminous egress path markings delineating the exit path shall be provided in
buildings of Groups A, B, E, I, M and R-1 having occupied floors located more than SS feet (16 764 mm)
above the lowest level offire department vehicle access in accordance with... {Remaining text unchanged}.
(29)Section 1101.2; add an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Buildings regulated under State Law and built in accordance with State registered plans,
including any variances or waivers granted by the State, shall be deemed to be in compliance with the
requirements of this Chapter.
(30)Section 1505.7; delete the section.
(31)Section ISI0.1; add a seritence to read as follows:
1510.1 General. Materials and methods of applications used for recovering or replacing an existing roof
covering shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 15. All individual replacement shin�les or shalces
shall be in compliance with the ratin�quired bv Table 1505.1.
{text of exception unchanged}
(32)Section 2308.4; add Section 2308.4.3 to read as follows:
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2308.4.3 Application to engineered design. The Building Official may apply any portion of this section
to buildings that are otherwise outside the limitations of this section provided that:
1. The resulting design will comply with the requirements specified in Chapter 16;
2. The load limitations of various elements of this section are not exceeded; and
3. The portions of this section which will apply are identified by an engineer in the construction
documents.
(33)Section 2902.1; cha�xge to read as follows and add sub sections:
[P]2902.1 Minimum number of fixtures. Plumbing fixtures shall be provided for the type of occupancy
and in the minimum number as follows:
1. Assembly Occupancies: At least one drinking fountain shall be provided at each floor level in an
approved location.
Exception: A drinking fountain need not be provided in a drinking or dining establishment.
The minimum number of fixtures provided shall also comply with the number shown in Table 2902.1.
Requirements far occupancies not shown in Table 2902.1 may be determined individually by the building
official. The number of occupants shall be determined by this code. Occupancy classification shall be
determined in accordance with Chapter 3.
(34)Section 3006.1; add Section 3006.1 to read as follows and renumber remaini�:g sectioizs:
3006.1, General. Elevator machine rooms shall be provided."
{Renumber remaining sections.}
(35)Section 3006.4; add a sentence to read as follows and delete exceptions 1 ar�d 2:
[F] 3006.4. Machine Rooms: {text unchanged}... Storage shall not be allowed within the elevator machine
room. Provide approved signage at each entry door to the elevator machine room stating "Elevator
Machinety — No Storage Allowed."
(36)Section 3109.1; change to read as follows:
3109.1 General. Swimming pools shall comply with the requirements of this section and other applicable
sections of this code as well as also complying with applicable state laws.
END
SECTION 3. Section 28-34 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Denton, Texas is hereby amended to
read as follows:
28-34. Deletions and Amendments:
Amendments to the 2009 International Residential Code
(1)Section RI01.1; Insert jurisdiction name as follows:
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R101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Residential Code for One- and Two family
Dwellings of the City of Denton hereinafter referred to as "this code."
(2)Section R102.4; change to read as follows:
R102.4 Referenced codes and standards. The codes, when specifically adopted, and standards referenced
in this code shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such
reference. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards, each reference
to said code and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Any reference made to
NFPA 70 or the Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
Where differences occur between provisions of this code and referenced codes and standards, the
provisions of this code shall apply.
Exception: Where enfarcement .., (remainder of text unchanged}...
(3)Section R105.2; make chrcnges to this section as follows:
R105.2 Work exempt from permits.
No changes in first paragraph.
Bu�lding:
l...provided the floor area does not exceed 120 sguare feet...
2. Delete this exemption
3. No changes
4. No changes
5. No changes
6, No changes
7. No changes
8. No changes
9. No changes
10. Decks not exceeding 120 square feet in area...
(4)Section 108.7; add Section 108.7 to read as follows:
108 7 Re-inspection Fee A fee as established bv citv council resolution mav be charged when:
1 The inspection called for is not ready when the inspector arrives;
2. No building address or �ertnit card is clearl�posted;
3 A�roved�lans are not on the job site available to the inspectar•
4. The buildin� is lociced or work otherwise not available for inspection when called;
5. The job site is red-tagged twice for the same item;
6. The ori�inal red tag has been removed from the job site and/or,
7 Violations exist on the property includin� failure to maintain erosion control, trash control or tree
protection.
8. Any re-inspection fees assessed shall be paid before any more inspections are made on that iob
site.
(S)Section R109.1.3; change to read as follows:
R109.1.3 Floodplain inspections. For construction permitted in areas prone to flooding as established by
Table R301.2(1), upon ,,.(text unchanged} ... construction, the building official may require submission .
. . {text unchanged}.
(6)Section Rll D(RII0.1 through RI10.5); delete tlze sectio�.
(7)Sectioh R112.2.1 & R112.2.2; delete tl:e sections.
(8)Table R301.2(I); fill in as follows:
GROUND SNOW WIND DESIGN SEISMIC DESIGN
LOAD SPEEDd (mph) Topographic Effectsk CATEGORYf
5 Ib/ft2 90 (3-sec-gust)/76 No A
fastest mile
SUBJECT TO DAMAGE FROM
Weatheringa Frost line depth� Tertnite`
moderate 6" very heavy
WINTER DESIGN ICE BARRIER UNDER- FLOOD AIR FREEZING MEAN
TEMPe LAYMEN h �ZARDSg INDEX' ANNUAL TENIP�
REQUIRED
22°F No local code 69°F 64.9°F
{No change to footnotes}
(9)Section R302.1; add exception #6 to read as follows:
Exceptions: {previous exceptions unchanged}
6. Open metal carport structures may be constructed when also approved within adopted
ordinances.
(10)Section R302.2, Exception; change to read as follows:
Exception: A common two-hour fire-resistance-rated wall assembly, or one-hour fire-resistance-rated
wall assembly when equipped with a sprinkler system... {remainder unchanged}
(II)Section R302.2.4, Exception S; cl:ange to read as follows:
Exception: {previous exceptions unchanged}
5. Townhouses separated by a common two-hour fire-resistance-rated wall, or one-hour %re
resistant rated wall when equipped with an automatic sprinlder system, {remainder
unchanged}
(12)Section R302.3; add Exception #3 to read as follows:
Exceptions:
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1. {existing te�t unchanged}
2. {existing text unchanged}
3. Two-family dwelling units that are also divided by a properly line through the structure shall
be separated as required for townhouses.
(13)Section R302.5.1; add sentence to section as follows:
R302.5.1 Opening protection. {existing section unchanged}... Pull down ladders installed in the ceiling of
an attached garage, where the garage attic is open to the attic of the house, shall have a minimum 20 minute
%re rating or have an approved covering of fire retardant materials.
(14)Section R302.5.2; change to read as follows:
R302.5.2 Duct penetration. Ducts in the garage... {text unchanged} ... and shall have no openings into the
garage and shall be protected as required by Section 302.11, Item 4.
(I S)Section R302.5.3; amend the section as follows:
R302.5.3 Other penetrations. Penetrations through the separation required in Section R302.6 shall be
protected as required by Section R30211, Item 4.
(16)Section R302.7; change to read as follows:
R302.7 Under stair protection. Enclosed accessible space under stairs shall have walls, under stair
surface and any soffts protected on the enclosed side with 5/8-inch (15.8 mm) %re-rated gypsum board or
one-hour fire-resistive construction.
(17)Section R303.3, Exception; c/tange to read as follows:
Exception: The glazed areas shall not be required where artificial light and a mechanical ventilation
system, complying with one of the following, are provided.
1. The minimum ventilation rates shall be 50 cfin (24 L/s) for internuttent ventilation ar 20 cfm
(10 L/s) for continuous ventilation. Ventilation air from the space shall be exhausted directly
to the outside.
2. Bathrooms that contain only a water closet, a lavatory, or water closet and a lavatory may be
ventilated with an approved mechanical recirculating fan or similar device designed to
remove odars from the air.
(I S)Section 602.6.1; amend tlze following:
R602.6.1 Drilling and notching of top plate. When piping or ductwark is placed in or partly in an
exterior wall or interior load-bearing wall, necessitating cutting, drilling or notching of the top plate by
more than 50 percent of its width, a galvanized metal tie not less than 0.054 inch thick (1.37 mm) (16 Ga)
and 5 inches (127 mm) wide shall be fastened across and to the plate at each side of the opening with not
less than eight lOd (0.148 inch diameter) having a minimum length of 1'/2 inches (38 mm) at each side or
equivalent. Fasteners will be offset to prevent splitting of the top plate material. The metal tie must extend
a minunum of 6 inches past the opening. See figure R602.6. L
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(19)Figure R602.6.1; delete the figure and insert tlze following�gure:
NOTCH GREA
PERCENT OF
TOP
For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm
FIGURE R602.6.1
TOP PLATE FRAMING TO ACCOMMODATE PIPING
WALL CONSTRUCTION
054 IN.)AND 5 IN. WIDE
'ASTENE� ACROSS AND
TE AT EACH SIDE OF THE
H 8-16d NAILS EACH SIDE
(20)Section R703.2; add sentence to section as fallows:
R703.2 Water-resistive barrier. €existing section unchanged} ,.. The use of paint as a water-resistive
barrier will no longer be accepted as an exception to this code.
(21)Section R703. � 4.1; add a second paragr�ph to rea�l as follows:
In stud framed exterior walls, all ties shall be anchored to studs as follows:
1. When studs are 16 in (407 mm) o.c., brick ties shall be spaced no further apart than 24 in (737
mm) vertically starting approximately 12 in (381 mm) from the foundation; or
2. When studs are 24 in (610 mm) o.c., brick ties shall be spaced no further apart than 16 in (483
mm) vertically starting approximately 8 in (254 mm) from the foundation.
(22)Section R902.1; Amend and add exception #3 to read as follows:
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R902.1 Roofing covering materials. Roofs shall be covered with materials as set forth in Sections R904
and R905. Class A, B, or C roofmg shall be installed. (remainder uncltanged)
Exceptions:
1. {text unchanged}
2. {text unchanged}
3. Non-classified roof coverings shall be permitted on one-story detached accessory structures
used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not
exceed (area defined by jurisdiction).
(23)Section R907.1; add a sentence to read as follows:
R907.1 General. Materials and methods of application used for re-covering or replacing an existing roof
covering shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 9. All individual replacement shingles or shakes
shall comply with Section R902.1, {Exception unchanged}
(24) Sections NII01 tlzrough N1103 shall conform to the requirements of the 2009 International
Energy Conservation Code as amended by the City of Denton.
(25)Section M1305.1.3; change to read as follows:
M1305.1.3 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access shall be provided ...{bulk
of paragraph unchanged} ... sides of the appliance where access is required. The clear access opening
dimensions shall be a minimum of 20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm by 762 mm), or larger and large
enough to allow removal of the largest appliance. As a minunum, access to the attic space, provide one of
the following:
1. A permanent stair.
2. A pull down stair with a minimum 3001b (136 kg) capacity.
3. An access door from an upper floor level.
4. Access Panel may be used in lieu items 1, 2, and 3 with prior approval of the building o�cial due
to building conditions.
Exceptions:
1. The passageway and level service space are not required where the appliance can be
serviced and removed through the required opening.
2. Where the passageway is unobstructed... {remaining text unchanged}
(26)Section M1305.1.3.1; add text to read as follows:
M1305.1.3.1 Electrical requirements. A luminaire controlled by a switch located at the required �assage-
way opening and a receptacle outlet shall be installed at or near the appliance location in accordance with
Chapter 39. Low voltage wiring of 50 Volts or less shall be installed in a manner to prevent physical
damage.
(27)Section M1305.1.4.1; cleange to read as follows:
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M1305.1.4.1 Ground clearance. Equipment and appliances supported from the ground shall be level and
firmly supported on a concrete slab or other approved material extending above the adjoining ground a
minimum of 3 inches (76 mm). Appliances suspended from the floor shall have a clearance of not less than
6 inches (152 mm) above the ground.
(28)Section M1305.1.4.3; add text to read as follows:
M1305.1.4.3 Electrical requirements. A luminaire controlled by a switch located at the required passage-
way opening and a receptacle outlet shall be installed at or near the appliance location in accordance with
Chapter 39. Low voltage wiring of 50 Volts or less shall be installed in a manner to prevent physical
damage.
(29)Section M1307.3.1; delete.
(30)Section M1411.3; change to read as follows:
M1411.3 Condensate disposal. Condensate from all cooling coils or evaporators shall be conveyed from
the drain pan outlet to a sanitary sewer through a trap, by means of a direct ar indirect drain unless
otherwise approved by a building official.. {remaining text unchanged}
(31)Section M141I.3.1, Items 3 and 4; add text to read as follows:
M1411.3.1 Auxiliary and secondary drain systems. {bulk ofparagraph unchanged}
1. {text unchanged}
2. {text unchanged}
3. An auxiliary drain pan... (bulk of text unchanged}... with Item 1 of this section. A water level
detection device may be installed only with prior approval of the building o�cial.
4. A water level detection device,.. {bulk of text unchanged}... overflow rim of such pan. A water
level detection device may be installed only with prior approval of the building o�cial.
(32)Section M1411.3.1.1; add text to read as follows:
M1411.3.1.1 Water-level monitoring devices. On down-flow units ... (bulk of text unchanged}... installed
in the drain line, A water level detection device may be installed only with prior approval of the building
Off CIQZ.
(33)Section Ml 501; add new Section MI501.2 to read as follows:
M1501.2 Material and size. Exhaust ducts shall have a smooth interior fmish and shall be constructed of
metal a minimum OA16-inch (0.4mm) thick. The exhaust duct size shall be 4 inches (102 mm) nominal in
diameter. Duct size shall not be reduced along its developed length or at termination.
(34)Section MI501; add new Section MI501.3 to read as follows:
M1501.3 Specified length. The maximum length of the exhaust duct shall be 35 feet (10668 mm) from the
connection to the transition duct from the appliance to the outlet terminal. Where fittings are used, the
maximum length of the e�aust duct shall be reduced in accordance with Table M1502.4.4.1.
(35)Section M2005.2; change to read as follows:
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M2005.2 Prohibited locations. Fuel-fired water heaters shall not be installed in a room used as a storage
closet. Water heaters located in a bedroom or bathroom shall be installed in a sealed enclosure so that
combustion air will not be taken from the living space. Access to such enclosure may be from the bedroom
or bathroom when through a solid door, weather-stripped in accordance with the exterior door air lealcage
requirements of the International Energy Conservation Code and equipped with an approved self-closing
device. Installation of direct-vent water heaters within an enclosure is not required. Water heaters of any
type shall not be installed in attics; with exception of replacement of existing water heaters.
(36)Section G2408.3 (305. S); delete.
(37)Seciion G2412.5 (40I.5); add a second paragraph to read as follows:
Both ends of each section of inedium pressure gas piping shall identify its operating gas pressure with an
approved tag. The tags are to be composed of aluminum or stainless steel and the following wording shall
be stamped into the tag:
"WARNING
1/2 to 5 psi gas pressure
Do Not Remove"
(38)Section G2413.3 (402.4.3); add an exceptio�: to read as follows:
Exception: Corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) shall be a minimum of 1/2" (18 EDH).
(39)Section G2414.5 (403.5); clzange to read as follows:
G2414.5 (403.5) Metalic tubing. Seamless copper (shall not be used for natural gas systems), aluminum
alloy, or steel tubing shall be pertnitted to be used with gases not corrosive to such material.
(40)Section G2415.10.1 (404.9.1); delete.
(41)Section G241 S.IO (404.10); cJ:ange to read ns follows:
G2415.10 (404.10) Minimum burial depth. Underground piping systems shall be installed a minimum
depth of 18 inches (457 mm) below grade, except as provided for in Section G2415.10.1.
(42)Section G241 S.S; add a sentence to read as follows:
G2415.5 (404.5) Protection against physical damage. {existing section with no changes}...CSST pipe
shall not be installed within insulated exterior walls nor within 12 inches of the connection between the top
plate of an insulated exterior wall and the roof rafters.
(43)Section G2417.1 (406.1); cliange to read as follows:
G2417.1 (406.1) General. Prior to acceptance and initial operation, all piping installations shall be
inspected and pressure tested to determine that the materials, design, fabrication, and installation practices
comply with the requirements of this code. The permit holder shall make the applicable tests prescribed in
Sections 2417.1.1 through 2417.1.5 to determine compliance with the provisions of this code. The permit
holder shall give reasonable advance notice to the building o�cial when the piping system is ready for
testing. The equipment, material, power and labor necessary for the inspections and test shall be furnished
by the permit holder and the permit holder shall be responsible for determining that the work will withstand
the test pressure prescribed in the following tests.
(44)Section G2417.4; clzange to read as follaws:
G2417.4 (406.4) Test pressure measurement. Test pressure shall be measured with a manometer or with
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a pressure-measuring device designed and calibrated to read, record, or indicate a pressure loss caused by
leakage during the pressure test period. The source of pressure shall be isolated before the pressure tests
are made. Gauges used to measure... {remainder unchanged}
(45)Section G2417.41; cl:ange to read as follows:
G2417.4.1 (406.4.1) Test pressure. The test pressure to be used shall be not less than 3 psig (20 kPa
gauge), or at the discretion of the Building Officzal, the piping and valves may be tested at a pressure of at
least six (6) inches (152 mm) of inercury, measured with a manometer or slope gauge. For tests requiring a
test pressure of 3 psig, gauges shall utilize a dial with a minimum diaphragm diameter of three and one half
inches (3 %z"), a set hand, measurement precision in increments of 1/10 psi ar finer and a pressure range not
to exceed 6 psi for tests requiring a pressure of 3 psig. For tests requiring a test pressure of 10 psig,
diaphragm gauges shall utilize a dial with a minimum diameter of three and one-half inches (3 '/z"), a set
hand, measurement precision in increments of 2/10 psi or finer, and a pressure range not to exceed 20 psi.
For welded piping, and for pipfng carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches water column
pressure (3.48 kPa) (1/2 psi) and less than 200 inches of water column pressure (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the test
pressure shall not be less than ten (10) pounds per square inch (69.6 kPa). For piping carrying gas at a
pressure that exceeds 200 inches of water colutnn (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the test pressure shall be not less
than one and one-half times the proposed maximum working pressure.
(46)Sect�on G2417.4.2; cl:ange to read as follows:
G2417.4.2 (406.4.2) Test duration. The test pressure shall be held for a length of time satisfactory to the
Building Official, but in no case for less than fifteen (15) minutes. For welded piping, and for piping
carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure (3.48 1cPa), the test
pressure shall be held for a length of time satisfactory to the Building O�cial, but in no case for less than
thirty (30) minutes.
(47)Section G2420.1 (406.1); add Section G2420.1.4 to read as follows:
G2420.1.4 Valves in CSST installations. Shutoff valves installed with corrugated stainless steel (CSST)
piping systems shall be supported with an approved termination iitting, or equivalent support, suitable for
the size of the valves, of adequate strength and quality, and located at intervals so as to prevent or damp out
excessive vibration but in no case greater than 12-inches from the center of the valve. Supports shall be
installed so as not to interfere with the free expansion and contraction of the system's piping, fittings, and
valves between anchors. All valves and supports shall be designed and installed so they will not be
disengaged by movement of the supporting piping.
(48)Section G2421.1 (410.1); add text a�zd Exception to read as follaws:
G2421.1 (410.1) Pressure regulators. A line pressure regulator shall be ,.. {bulk of paragraph
unchanged}... approved for outdoor installation. Access to regulators shall comply with the requirements
for access to appliances as specified in Section M1305.
Exception: A passageway or level service space is not required when the regulator is capable of
being serviced and removed through the required attic opening.
(49)Section G2439.5 (619.6); clta�tge text to read as follows:
G2439.5 (614.6) Domestic clothes dryer exhaust ducts. E�chaust ducts for domestic clothes dryers shall
conform to the requirements of Sections G2439.5.1 through G2439.5.7. The size of duct shall not be
reduced along its developed length nor at the point of termination.
(SO)Section G2445.2 (621.2); add Exception to read as follows:
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G2445.2 (621.2) Prohibited use. Unvented room heaters shall not be used as the sole source of comfort
heating in a dwelling unit.
Exception: Existing approved unvented room heaters may continue to be used in dwelling units, in
accordance with the code provisions in effect when installed, when approved by the Building Official
unless an unsafe condition is detertnined to exist as described in International Fuel Gas Code Section
108.7 of the Fuel Gas Code.
(SI)Section G2448.1.1 (624.1.1); cl:ange to read as follows:
G2448.1.1 (624.1.1) Installation requirements. The requirements for water heaters relative to access,
sizing, relief valves, drain pans and scald protection shall be in accordance with this code.
(52)Section P2503.6; clzange to read as follows:
P2503.6 Shower liner test. Where shower floors and receptors are made water tight by the application of
materials required by Section P2709.2, the completed liner installation shall be tested. The pipe from the
shower drain shall be plugged water tight for the test. Water shall be held in the section under test for a
period of 15 minutes. The system shall prove leak free by visual inspection.
(53)Section P2709.2; add Exception to read as follows:
Exception: Showers designed to comply with ICC/ANSI A117.1.
(54)Section P2801.6; add Exception to read as follows:
Exceptions:
l. Elevation of the ignition source is not required for water heaters that are listed as flammable
vapor resistant and for installation without elevation.
2. Electric Water Heater.
(55)Section P2803.61; change to read as follows:
P2803.6.1 Requirements for discharge pipe.
5, Discharge to the outdoors.
(56)Section P2903.7; cltange to read tcs follows:
P2903.7 Size of water service mains, branch mains and risers. The minimum size water service pipe
shall be 1 inch. The size of water... {the remainder with no changes}.
(57)Sectimz G3005.2.1; add text to tlze end of this section to read as follows:
G3005.2.1 Materials. {existing section with no changes} ...All building cleanouts subject to vehicular
damage shall be cast iron.
(58)Section G3005.2.7; change to read as follows:
G3005.2.7 Building drain and building sewer junction. There shall be a cleanout near... Back to back
combination fittings shall be installed to serve as the required cleanouts for both the building drain and the
building sewer, unless other fittings are approved by the Building Official. The cleanout at the ,.,.
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(59)Section P3111; delete.
(60)Section P3112.2; delete and replace with the following:
P3112.2 Installation. Traps for island sinks and similar equipment shall be roughed in above the floar and
may be vented by e�ctending the vent as high as possible, but not less than the drainboard height and then
returning it downward and connecting it to the horizontal sink drain unmediately downstream from the
vertical iixture drain. The return vent shall be connected to the horizontal drain through a wye-branch
fitting and shall, in addition, be provided with a foot vent taken off the vertical fixture vent by means of a
wye-branch immediately below the floor and extending to the nearest partition and then through the roof to
the open air or may be connected to other vents at a point not less than six (6) inches (152 mm) above the
�lood level rim of the fixtures served. Drainage fittings shall be used on all parts of the vent below the floor
level and a minimum slope of one-quarter (1/4) inch per foot (20.9 mm/m) back to the drain shall be
maintained. The return bend used under the drainboard shall be a one (1) piece fitting or an assembly of a
forty-five (45) degree (0.79 radius), a ninety (90) degree (1.6 radius) and a forty-five (45) degree (0.79
radius) elbow in the order named. Pipe sizing shall be as elsewhere required in this Code. The island sink
drain, upstream of the return vent, shall serve no other fixtures. An accessible cleanout shall be installed in
the vertical portion of the foot vent.
(61)Chapters 34 through 43; delete. Except for additional amendment that follows, replace chapters 34
through and including chapter 43 of the International Residential Code with the National Electrical
Code as amended and adopted.
(62)Section E3301.1; adrl amendment to read as follows:
Electricians holding a State Elecirical Apprentice license shall be directly supervised by an electrician
holding a State Residential Wireman license.
(63)Appendix G Swimming Pools, Spas ahd Hot Tubs. Adopt as part of this code witlz tlte amend`rtent as
follows:
Section AG105.2; changed to read as follows:
AG105.2 Outdoor swimming pool. An outdoar swimming pool, including an in-ground, above-ground or
on-ground pool, hot tub or spa shall be surrounded by a barrier which shall comply with the following:
1. 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 swiiruning pool.
(64)Appendix H Patio Covers. Adopt as part of tJtis codes.
(65)Appendix J Existing Buildings and Slructures. Adopt as pnrt of tliis code.
END
SECTION 4. Section 28-124 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Denton, Texas is hereby
amended to read as follows:
28-124. Deletions and amendments.
Amendments to the 2009 International Fuel Gas Code
(I)Section 102.2; add an �xception to read as folloivs:
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Exception: Existing dwelling units shall comply with Section 621.2,
(2)Section 102.8; clzahge to read as follows:
102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be those
that are listed in Chapter 8 and such codes, when specifically adopted, and standards shall be considered
part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where differences
occur between provisions of this code and the referenced standards, the provisions of this code shall apply.
Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards, each reference to said
code and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Any reference to NFPA 70 or
the ICC Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
(3)Sectfon 304.10; change to read as follows:
304.10 Louvers and grilles. The required size of openings for combustion, ventilation and dilution air
shall be based on the net free area of each opening. Where the free area through a design of louver, grille or
screen is known, it shall be used in calculating the size opening required to provide the free area speciiied.
Where the design and free area of louvers and grilles are not known, it shall be assumed that wood louvers
will have 25-percent free area and metal louvers and grilles will have 50-percent free area. Screens shall
have a mesh size not smaller than '/4 inch (6.4 mm). Non-motorized louvers and grilles shall be fixed in the
open position. Motorized louvers shall be interlocked with the appliance so that they are proven to be in the
full open position prior to main burner ignition and during main burner operation. Means shall be provided
to prevent the main burner from igniting if the louvers fail to open during burner start-up and to shut down
the main burner if the louvers close during operation.
(4)Section 304.11; change #8 to read as follows:
304.11 Combustion air ducts. Combustion air ducts shall comply with all of the following:
1. Ducts shall be constructed of galvanized steel complying with Chapter 6 of the International
Mechanical Code or of a material having equivalent corrosion resistance, strength and rigidity.
Exception: Within dwellings units, unobstructed stud and joist spaces shall not be prohibited
from conveying combustion air, provided that no more than one required fireblock is
removed.
2. Ducts shall terminate in unobstructed spaces allowing free movement of combustion air to the
appliances.
3. Ducts shall serve a single enclosure.
4. Ducts shall not serve both upper and lower combustion air openings where both such openings are
used. The separation between ducts serving upper and lower combustion air openings shall be
maintained to the source of combustion air.
5. Ducts shall not be screened where terminating in an attic space.
6. Horizontal upper combustion air ducts shall not slope downward toward the source of combustion
air.
7. The remaining space surrounding a chimney liner, gas vent, special gas vent or plastic piping
installed within a masonry, metal or factory-built chimney shall not be used to supply combustion
air.
Exception: Direct-vent gas-fired appliances designed for installation in a solid fuel-burning
fireplace where installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
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8. Combustion air intake openings located on the exterior of a building shall have the lowest side of
such openings located not less than 12 inches (345 mm) vertically from the adjoining ground level
or the manufacturer's recommendation, whichever is more restrictive.
(5)Sectian 305.5; delete t/te section.
(6)Section 306 3; change to read as follows:
[M] 306.3 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access shall be provided ...{bulk
of paragraph unchanged} .., side of the appliance. The clear access opening d'unensions shall be a
minimum of 20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm by 762 mm), or larger where such dimensions are not large
enough to allow removal of the largest appliance. As a minimum, for access to the attic space, one or more
of the following are required:
5. A permanent stair.
6. A pull down stair.
7. An access door from an upper floor level.
8. Access Panel may be used in lieu of items 1, 2, and 3 with prior approval of the code official due
to building conditions.
Exceptions:
1. The passageway and level service space are not required where the appliance is
capable of being serviced and removed through the required opening.
2. Where the passageway is not less than ... (bulk of section to read the same}.
(7)Section 306.5; change to read as follows:
[M] 306.5 Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures. Where equipment requiring
access and appliances are installed on roofs or elevated structures at an aggregate height exceeding 16 feet
(4877 mm), such access shall be provided by a permanent approved means of access. Permanent exterior
ladders providing roof access need not extend closer than 12 feet (2438 mm) to the finish grade or floor
level below and shall extend to the equipment and appliances' level service space. Such access shall ...
(bulk of section to read the same}. .. on roofs having a slope greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units
horizontal (33-percent slope). ... fbulk ofsection to read the same},
(8)Section 306; add Section 306.7with except�on and subsection 306.7.I to read as follows:
306.'7 Water heaters above ground or floor. When the attic, roof, mezzanine or platform in which a
water heater is installed is more than eight (8) feet (2438 mm) above the ground or floor level, it shall be
made accessible by a stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building.
Exception: A max 10 gallon water heater (or larger when approved by the code officia� may be
accessed through a lay-in ceiling. A water heater installed not more than ten (10) feet (3048 mm)
above the ground or floor level may be accessed with a portable ladder.
306.7.1. Illumination and convenience outlet. Whenever the mezzanine or platform is not adequately
lighted, or access to a receptacle outlet is not obtainable from the main level, lighting and a receptacle
outlet shall be provided in accordance with Section 306,3.1.
(9)Section 401.5; add a second paragraph to read as follows:
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Both ends of each section of inedium pressure corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) shall identify its
operating gas pressure with an approved tag. The tags are to be composed of aluminum or stainless steel
and the following wording shall be stamped into the tag:
"WARNING
1/2 to 5 psi gas pressure
Do Not Remove"
(10)Section 402.3; add an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) shall be a minimum nominal diameter of 1/2"
(18 EHD).
(Il)Section 40410; change to read as follows:
404.10 Minimum burial depth. Underground piping systems shall be installed a minimum depth of 18
inches (458 mm) top of pipe below grade.
(12)Section 404.I0.1; delete tlze section.
(13)Section 406.4; change to read «s follows:
406.4 Test pressure measurement. Test pressure shall be measured with a manometer or with a pressure-
measuring device designed and calibrated to read, record, or indicate a pressure loss caused by leakage
during the pressure test period. The source of pressure shall be isolated before the pressure tests are made.
(14)Section 406.4.1; c/tange to read as follows:
406.4.1 Test pressure. The test pressure to be used shall be no less than 3 psig (20 kPa gauge), or at the
discretion of the Code Official, the piping and valves may be tested at a pressure of at least six (6) inches
(152 mm) of inercury, measured with a manometer or slope gauge. For tests requiring a pressure of 3 psig,
diaphragm gauges shall utilize a dial with a minimum diameter of three and one half inches (3 YZ"), a set
hand, measurement precision in increments of 1/10 psi or finer, and pressure range not to exceed 6 psi for
tests requiring a pressure of 3 psig, For tests requiring a pressure of 10 psig, diaphragm gauges shall utilize
a dial with a minitnum diameter of three and one-half inches (3 '/Z"), a set hand, measurement precision in
increments of 2/1� psi or finer, and a pressure range not to exceed 20 psi. For welded piping, and for
piping carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure (3.48 kPa) (1/2
psi) and less than 200 inches of water column pressure (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the test pressure shall not be
less than ten (10) pounds per square inch (69.61cPa). For piping carrying gas at a pressure that exceeds 200
inches of water column (52.2 kPa) (7.5 psi), the test pressure shall be not less than one and one-half times
the proposed maximum working pressure.
(IS)Section 406.4.2; change to read as follows:
406.4.2 Test duration. Test duration shall be held for a length of time satisfactory to the Code Official,
but in no case for less than fifteen (15) minutes. For welded piping, and for piping carrying gas at
pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure (3.48 kPa), the test duration shall be held
for a length of time satisfactory to the Code Official, but in no case for less than thirty (30) minutes. (Delete
remainder of section.)
(16)Section 409.1; add Section 409.1.4 to read as follows:
409.1.4 Valves in CSST installations. Shutoff valves installed with corrugated stainless steel (CSST)
piping systems shall be supported with an approved termination fitting, or equivalent support, suitable for
the size of the valves, of adequate strength and quality, and located at intervals so as to prevent or damp out
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excessive vibration but in no case greater than 12-inches from the center of the valve. Supports shall be
installed so as not to interfere with the free expansion and contraction of the system's piping, fittings, and
valves between anchors. All valves and supports shall be designed and installed so they will not be
disengaged by movement of the supporting piping.
(17)Section 410.1; add a second paragraph and exception to read as follows:
Access to regulators shall comply with the requirements for access to appliances as specified in Section
3 06.
Exception: A passageway or level service space is not required when the regulator is capable of being
serviced and removed through the required attic opening.
(I S)Section 614.6; add a sentence to read as follows:
[M] 614.6 Domestic clothes dryer exhaust ducts. Exhaust ducts for domestic clothes dryers shall conform
to the requirements of Sections 614.6.1 through 614.6.7. The size of duct shall not be reduced along its
developed length nor at the point of termination.
(19)Section 621.2; add exception as follows:
621.2 Prohibited use. Unvented room heaters shall not be used as the sole source of comfort heating in a
dwelling unit.
Exception: Existing approved unvented heaters may continue to be used in dwelling units, in
accordance with the code provisions in effect when installed, when approved by the Code Official
unless an unsafe condition is determined to exist as described in Section 108.7.
(20)Section 624.1.1; change to read as follows:
624.1.1 Installation requirements. The requirements for water heaters relative to access, sizing, relief
valves, drain pans and scald protection shall be in accordance with the International Plumbing Code.
END
SECTION 5. Section 28-145 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Denton, Texas is hereby amended
to read as follows:
28-145. Deletions and amendments.
Amendments to the 2009 International Plumbing Code
(1)Table of Contenls, Chapter 7, Section 714; ch�cnge to read as follows:
714 Engineered Drainage Design . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
(2)Section 102.8; cl:ange to read as follows:
102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be those
that are listed in Chapter 13 and such codes, when speciiically adopted, and standards shall be considered
as part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where the
differences occur between provisions of this code and the referenced standards, the provisions of this code
shall be the minimum requirements. Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes
and standards, each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as
well. Any reference to NFPA 70 or the ICC Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
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(3)Sections 106.6.2 and 106.6.3; change to read as follows:
106.6.2 Fee schedule. The fees for all plumbing work shall be as adopted by resolution of the governing
body of the jurisdiction,
106.6.3 Fee Refunds. The code official shall establish a policy for authorizing the refunding of fees.
{Delete balance ofsection}
(4)Section 109; Delete entire section and insert the following:
SECTION 109
MEANS OF APPEAL
109.1 Application for appeal. Any person shall have the right to appeal a decision of the code ofiicial to
the board of appeals established by ordinance. The board shall be governed by the enabling ordinance.
(S)Section 305.6.I; clzange to read as follows:
305.6.1 Sewer depth. Building sewers shall be a minimum of 12 inches (304 mm) below grade.
(6)Section 305.9; chmige to read as follows:
305.9 Protection of components of plumbing system. Components of a plumbing system installed within
3 feet along alleyways, driveways, parking garages or other locations in a manner in which they would be
exposed to damage shall be recessed into the wall or otherwise protected in an approved manner.
(7)Section 310.4; delete.
(8)Section 31 D.S; delete.
(9)Sections 312.10.1 and 312.10.2; change to read as follows:
312.10.1 Inspections. Annual inspections shall be made of all backflow prevention assemblies and air
gaps to determine whether they are operable. In the absence of local provisions, the owner is responsible to
ensure that testing is performed.
312.10.2 Testing. Reduced pressure principle bacicflow preventer assemblies, double check-valve
assemblies, pressure vacuum breaker assemblies, reduced pressure detector fire protection backflow
prevention assemblies, double check detector fire protection backflow prevention assemblies, hose
connection backflow preventers, and spill-proof vacuum breakers shall be tested at the time of installation,
irnmediately after repairs or relocation and at least annually. The testing procedure shall be performed in
accordance with applicable local provisions. In the absence of local provisions, the owner is responsible to
ensure that testing is done in accordance with one of the following standards:
{list of standards unchanged}
(10)Section 314.2.1; change to read as follows:
314.2.1 Candensate disposaL Condensate from all cooling coils and evaporators shall be conveyed from
the drain pan outlet to an approved place of disposal. ... {text unchanged} ... Condensate shall not discharge
into a street, alley, sidewallc, rooftop, or other areas so as to cause a nuisance.
(11)Section 314.2.2; c{annge to read as follows:
314.2.2 Drain pipe materials and sizes. Components of the condensate disposal system shall be cast iron,
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galvanized steel, copper, cross-linked polyethylene, polyethylene, ABS, CPVC, or schedule 80 PVC pipe
or tubing when exposed to ultra violet light. All components shall be selected for the pressure, temperature
and exposure rating of the installation. Joints and connections shall be made in accordance with the
applicable provisions of Chapter 7 relative to the material type. Condensate waste and drain line size shall
not be less than '/4-inch (19 mm) internal diameter and shall not decrease in size from the drain pan
connection to the place of condensate disposal. Where the drain pipes from more than one unit are
manifolded together for condensate drainage, the pipe or tubing shall be sized in accordance with Table
314.2.2. All horizontal sections of drain piping shall be installed in uniform alignment at a uniform slope.
(12)Section 40I.1; add a sentence to read as follows:
401.1 Scope. This chapter shall govern the materials, design and installation of plumbing fixtures, faucets
and iixture fittings in accordance with the type of occupancy, and shall provide for the minimum number of
fixtures for various types of occupancies. The provisions of this Chapter are meant to work in coord'mation
with the provisions of the Building Code. Should any conflicts arise between the two chapters, the Code
Offrcial shall determine which provision applies.
(13)Section 403.1.2; add Section 403.1.2 to read as follows:
403.1.2 Finish material. Finish materials shall comply with Section 1209 of the International Building
Code.
(14)Section 405.6; delete.
(I S)Section 409.2; c{:ange to read as follows:
409.2 Water connection. The water supply to a commercial dishwashing machine shall be protected
against backflow by an air gap or backflow preventer in accordance with Section 608.
(16)Section 410.1; chattge to read as follows:
410.1 Approval. {existing text unchanged} ...In other occupancies, where drinking fountains are required,
water coolers or bottled water dispensers shall be permitted to be substituted for all required drinking
fountains. Drinking water shall be provided at no cost.
17)Sectio�: 412.4; change to read as follows:
412.4 Required location. Floor drains shall be installed in the following areas.
1. In public coin-operated laundries and in the central washing facilities of multiple family dwellings, the
rooms containing automatic clothes washers shall be provided with floor drains located to readily drain the
entire floor area, Such drains shall have a minimum outlet of not less than 3 inches (76 mm) in diameter.
2. Commercial kitchens. In lieu of floor drains in commercial kitchens, the code official may accept floor
sinks.
(18)Sect�on 417.5; change to read as follows:
417.5 Shower floors or receptors. Floor surfaces shall be constructed of impervious, noncorrosive,
nonabsorbent and waterproof materials.
Thresholds shall be a minimum of 2 inches (51 mm) and a maximum of 9 inches (229 mm), measured
from top of the drain to top of threshold or dam. Thresholds shall be of sufficient width to accommodate a
minimum twenty-two (22) inch (559 mm) door.
Exception: Showers designed to comply with ICC/ANSI Al 17.1.
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(19)Section 417.5.2; change to read as follows:
417.5.2 Shower lining. Floors under shower comparttnents, except where prefabricated receptors have
been provided, shall be lined and made water tight utilizing material complying with Sections 417.5.2.1
through 417.5.2.5. Such liners shall turn up on all sides at least 3 inches (76 mm) above the finished
threshold level and shall extend outward over the threshold and fastened to the outside of the threshold
jamb. Liners shall be recessed and fastened to an approved backing so as not to occupy the space required
for wall covering, and shall not be nailed or perforated at any point less than 1 inch (25 mm) above the
finished threshold. Shower floors shall be pitched one-fourth unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (2-percent
slope) and shall be sloped toward the iixture drains and be securely fastened to the waste outlet at the
seepage entrance, making a water-tight joint between the liner and the outlet. The completed liner shall be
tested in accordance with Section 312.9 and Section 417.7.
(20)Section 417. 7; add Section 417. 7 to read as follows:
417.7 Test for shower receptors. Shower receptars shall be tested far water tighmess by iilling with water
to the level of the rough threshold. The drain shall be plugged in a manner so that both sides of pans shall
be subjected to the test at the point where it is clamped to the drain.
(21)Section 419.3; cliange to read as follows:
419.3 Surrounding material. Wall and floor space to a point 2 feet (610 mm) in front of a urinal lip and 4
feet (1219 mm) above the floor and at least 2 feet (610 mm) to each side of the urinal shall be waterproofed
with a smooth, readily cleanable, hard, nonabsorbent material.
(22)Section 502.3; c/tange to read as follows:
502.3 Water heaters installed in attics.
Attics containing a water heater shall be provided with an opening and unobstructed passageway large
enough to allow removal of the water heater. The passageway shall not be less than 30 inches (762 mm)
high and 22 inches (559 mm) wide and not more than 20 feet (6096 mm) in length when measured along
the centerline of the passageway from the opening to the water heater. The passageway shall have
continuous solid flooring not less than 24 inches (610 mm) wide. A level service space at least 30 inches
(762 mm) deep and 30 inches (762 mm) wide shall be present at the front or service side of the water
heater. The clear access opening dimensions shall be a minimum of 20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm by
762 mm) , or larger where such dimensions are not large enough to allow removal of the water heater. All
discarded or abandoned water heaters shall be removed from attics.
(23)Section 502.6; Add Section 502.6 to read as follows:
502.6 Water heaters above ground or f7oor. When the attic, roof, mezzanine or platform in which a
water heater is installed is more than eight (8) feet (2438 mm) above the ground or floar level, it shall be
made accessible by a stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building.
Exception: A max 10 gallon water heater (or larger with approval) is capable of being accessed
through a lay-in ceiling and a water heater is installed is not more than ten (10) feet (3048 mm)
above the ground or floor level and may be reached with a portable ladder.
502.6.1 Illumination and convenience outlet. Whenever the mezzanine or platform is not adequately
lighted or access to a receptacle outlet is not obtamable from the main level, lighting and a receptacle
outlet shall be provided in accordance with Section 502.1.
(24)Section 504.6; cltange to read as follows:
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504.6 Requirements for discharge piping. The discharge piping serving a pressure relief valve,
temperature relief valve or combination thereof shall:
1. Not be directly connected to the drainage system,
2. Discharge through an air gap located in the same room as the water heater.
3. Not be smaller than the diameter of the outlet of the valve served and shall discharge full size to
the air gap.
4. Serve a single relief device and shall not connect to piping serving any other relief device or
equipment.
Exception: Multiple relief devices may be installed to a single T& P discharge piping system
when approved by the administrative authority and permitted by the manufactures installation
instructions and installed with those instructions.
5. Discharge to an indirect waste receptor or to the outdoors. Where discharging to the outdoors in
areas subject to freezing, discharge piping shall be first piped to an indirect waste receptor through
an air gap located in a conditioned area.
6. Discharge in a manner that does not cause personal injury or structural damage.
7. Discharge to a termination point that is readily observable by the building occupants.
8. Not be trapped.
9. Be installed so as to flow by gravity.
10. Not terminate less than 6 inches or more than 24 inches (152 mm) above grade nor more than 6
inches above the waste receptor.
1 l. Not have a threaded connection at the end of such piping.
12. Not have valves or tee fttings.
13. Be constructed of CPVC, Copper, Ductile iron, Galvanized steel, or Stainless steel.
(25)Sectio�: 604.4; add Section 604.4.1 to read as follows:
604.4.1 State maximum flow rate. Where the State mandated maximum flow rate is more restrictive than
those of this section, the State flow rate shall take precedence.
(26)Section 606.1; delete items #4 and #S.
(27)Sect�on 606.2; clzange to read as follows:
606.2 Location of shutoff valves. Shutoff valves shall be installed in the following locations:
1. On the fixture supply to each plumbing fixture other than bathtubs and showers in one- and two-
family residential occupancies, and other than in individual sleeping units that are provided with
unit shutoff valves in hotels, motels, boarding houses and similar occupancies.
2. On the water supply pipe to each appliance or mechanical equipment.
(28)Section 608.1; change to read r�s follows:
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608.1 General. A potable water supply system shall be designed, installed and maintained in such a
manner so as to prevent contamination from non-potable liquids, solids or gases being introduced into the
potable water supply through cross-connections or any other piping connections to the system, Backflow
preventer applications shall conform to applicable local regulations, Table 608.1, and as specifically stated
in Sections 608.2 through 608.16.10.
(29)Section 608.17; change to read as follows:
608.17 Protection of individual water supplies. An individual water supply shall be located and
constructed so as to be safeguarded against contamination in accordance with applicable local regulations.
In the absence of other local regulations, installation shall be in accordance with Sections 608.17.1 througb
608.17.8.
(30)Section 610.1; add exceptioh to read as follows:
610.1 General. New or repaired potable water systems shall be purged of deleterious matter and
disinfected prior to utilization. The method to be followed shall be that prescribed by the health authority or
water purveyor having jurisdiction or, in the absence of a prescribed method, the procedure described in
either AWWA C651 or AWWA C652, or as described in this section. This requirement shall apply to "on-
site" or "inplant" fabrication of a system or to a modular portion of a system.
1. The pipe system shall be flushed with clean, potable water until dirty water does not appear at the
points of outlet.
2. The system or part thereof shall be filled with a water/chlorine solution containing at least 50 parts
per million (50 mg/L) of chlorine, and the system or part thereof shall be valved off and allowed to
stand for 24 hours; or the system or part thereof shall be filled with a water/chlorine solution
containing at least 200 parts per million (200 mg/L) of chlorine and allowed to stand for 3 hours.
3. Following the required standing time, the system shall be flushed with clean potable water until
the chlorine is purged from the system.
4. The procedure shali be repeated where shown by a bacteriological examination that contamination
remains present in the system.
Exception: With prior approval the Code Official may wave this requirement when deemed
un-necessary by the Code Official.
(31)Section 708.3.7; add new section to read as follows:
708.3.7 Materials. All building cleanouts subject to vehicular damage shall be cast iron.
708.3.5 Building drain and building sewer junction. {Existing section with no changes} ...All building
cleanouts subject to vehicular damage shall be cast iron.
(32)Section 712.5; add Section 712.5 to read as follows:
712.5 Dual Pump System. All sumps shall be automatically discharged and, when in any "public use"
occupancy where the sump serves more than 10 fixture units, shall be provided with dual pumps or ejectors
arranged to function independently in case of overload or mechanical failure. For storm drainage sumps
and pumping systems, see Section 1113.
(33)Section 714, 714.1; c/zange to read as follows:
SECTION 714
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ENGINEERED DRAINAGE DESIGN
714.1 Design of drainage system. The sizing, design and layout of the drainage system shall be permitted
to be designed by approved design methods.
(34)Section 802.4; add a sentence to the end of the paragraplz to read as follows:
802.4 Standpipes. Standpipes shall be... {text unchanged} ...drains for rodding. No standpipe shall be
installed below the ground.
(35)Section 904.1; change to read as follows:
904.1 Roof extension. All open vent pipes that extend through a roof shall be terminated at least six (6)
inches (152 mm) above the roof, except that where a roof is to be used for any purpose other than weather
protection, the vent extensions shall be run at least 7 feet (2134 mm) above the roof.
(36)Section 906.1; cl:ar:ge to read as follows:
906.1 Distance of trap from vent. Each fixture trap shall have a protecting vent located so that the slope
and the developed length in the fixture drain from the trap weir to the vent fitting are within the
requirements set forth in Table 906.1.
(37)Section 912.1; cha�zge to read as follows:
912.1 Type of fiJCture. A combination drain and vent system shall not serve fixtures other than floor
drains, standpipes, and indirect waste receptors. Combination drain and vent systems shall not receive the
discharge from a food waste grinder or clinical sink.
(38)Section 1002.I0; delete.
(39)Section 1003; see note below:
Section 1003.1; added to read as follows: Minimum construction standards for food service
establishments are required when:
1. A new building with a food service establishment is constructed and occupied;
2. Prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy far a new food service establishment in an existing
structure which has not been previously used as a food service establishment within the last six (6) months,
or has been used as a food service establishment without an adequately sized grease interceptor; or.
3. When a change to a more restrictive class of food service establishment occurs.
Heavy Food Preparntion: shall mean any area in which foods are prepared utilizing a grill, griddle, deep-
fat fiyer, commercial type ovens, and/or any similar food preparation equipment; or any area subject to
flooding type of wet cleaning procedures due to the cutting or processing of ineat, poultry, fish or porlc.
Heavy food preparation includes but is not limited to: cafeterias, fast food restaurant, full service
restaurants, pizza preparation, donut preparation, and meat and fish markets, etc. either a minimum 750-
gallon grease interceptor is required for heavy food preparation establishments with *seating capacity for
50 or more; or a minimum 250-gallon grease interceptor is required for heavy food preparation
establishments with a*seating capacity far less than 50 ar talce-out food service establishments; or the
minimum size shall be established by the currently adopted International Plumbing Code; whichever is
more stringent.
Light Food Preparation: shall mean any area in which foods are prepared exclusive of the use of fryers,
grills or siruilar equipment. Light food preparation is usually limited to the preparation of hot dogs,
sandwiches, salads or other similar foods and fountain-type cold drinks. Light food preparation includes,
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but is not limited to, sandwich shops, limited menu concession stands, etc. Either a minimum 250-gallon
grease interceptor is required for light food preparation establishments with *seating capacity for 50 or
more; or a minimum 20 gpm flow-through rating or 40-pound retention capacity grease trap is required for
light food preparation establishments with a*seating capacity for less than 50 or take-out food service
establishtnents; or the minimum size shall be established by the currently adopted International Plumbing
Code; whichever is more stringent.
No Food Preparation: shall mean any area in which foods are provided pre-wrapped, from an approved
source, with microwave oven type heating being the maximum handling involved. No food preparation is
limited to pre-packaged sandwiches or similar foods, candies and containerized beverages. A grease
interceptor is not required for "no food preparation" establishments.
Food service establishments shall not share grease interceptors unless specifically authorized by the
Building Official,
*Seating Capacity is measured using Section 1004.7 Fixed Seating and Table 1004.1.1 Maximum Floor
Area Allowances per Occupant found in the currently adopted version of the International Building Code.
(40)Section 1101.8; cl:ange to read as follows:
1101.8 Cleanouts required. Cleanouts shall be installed in the building storm drainage system and shall
comply with the provisions of this code for sanitary drainage pipe cleanouts.
Exception: Subsurface drainage system
(91)Section 1106.1; change to read as follows:
1106.1 General. The size of the vertical conductors and leaders, building storm drains, building storm
sewers, and any horizontal branches of such drains or sewers shall be based on six (6) inches per hour
rainfall rate.
(42)Section 1107.3; change to read us follows:
1107.3 Sizing of secondary drains. Secondary (emergency) roof drain systems shall be sized in
accordance with Section 1106. Scuppers shall be sized to prevent the depth of ponding water from
exceeding that for which the roof was designed as determined by Section 1101.7. Scuppers shall not have
an opening dimension of less than 4 inches (102 mm). The flow through the primary system shall not be
considered when sizing the secondary roof drain system.
(43)Section 1202.1; delele Exceptio�z 2.
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SECTION 6. Section 28-252 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Denton, Texas is hereby
amended to read as follows.
28-252. Deletions and Amendments.
Amendments to the 2009 International Mechanical Code
(1)Section 102.8; change to read as follows:
102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced herein shall be those that are
listed in Chapter 15 and such codes, when specifically adopted, and standards shall be considered part of
the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where differences occur
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between provisions of this code and the referenced standards, the provisions of this code shall apply.
Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards, each reference to said
code and standard shall be considered to reference the amendments as well. Any reference to NFPA 70 or
the ICC Edectrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
(2)Section 306.3; clzange to read as follows:
306.3 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access shall be provided ...{bulk of
paragraph unchanged} ... side of the appliance, The clear access opening dimensions shall be a minunum
of 20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm by 762 mm), or larger where such dimensions are not large enough to
allow removal of the largest appliance. As a minunum, for access to the attic space, provide one of the
following:
9. A permanent stair.
10. A pull down stair with a minunum 300 lb (136 kg) capacity.
11. An access door from an upper floor level.
12. Access Panel may be used in lieu of items 1, 2, and 3 with prior approval of the code official due
to building conditions.
Exceptions:
1. The passageway and level service space are not required where the appliance is capable
of being serviced and removed... {remainder of section unchanged}
(3)Section 306.5; change to read as follows:
306.5 Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures. Where equipment requiring access
and appliances are installed on roofs or elevated structures at an aggregate height exceeding 16 feet (4877
mm), such access shall be provided by a permanent approved means of access. Permanent exterior ladders
providing roof access need not extend closer than-12 feet (2438 mm) to the iuush grade or floor level
below and shall extend to the equipment and appliances' level service space. Such access shall ...
{language unchanged}. .. on roofs having a slope greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33-
percent slope). ... {remaining language unchanged}.
(4)Sectioiz 306.5.1; claange to read as follows:
306.5.1 Sloped roofs. Where appliances, equipment, fans or other components that require service are
installed on roofs having slopes greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal and having an edge more
than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade at such edge, a catwallc at least 16 inches in width with substantial
cleats spaced not more than 16 inches apart shall be provided from the roof access to a level platform at the
appliance. The level platform shall be provided on each side of the appliance to which access is required
for service, repair or maintenance. The platform shall be not less than 30 inches (762 mm) in any
dimension and shall be provided with guards. The guards shall extend not less than 42 inches (1067 mm)
above the platform, shall be constructed so as to prevent the passage of a 21-inch-diameter (533 mm)
sphere and shall comply with the loading requirements for guards specified in the International Building
Code.
(5)Section 306; add Section 306.6 to read as follows:
306.6 Water heaters above ground or floor. When the mezzanine or platform in which a water heater is
installed is more than eight (8) feet (2438 mm) above the ground or floor level, it shall be made accessible
by a stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building.
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Exception: A max 10 gallon water heater (or larger with approval) may be accessed through a lay-in
ceiling. A water heater installed not more than ten (10) feet (3048 mm) above the ground or floor level
may be accessed with a portable ladder.
306.6.1 Whenever the mezzanine or platform is not adequately lighted or access to a receptacle outlet
is not obtainable from the main level, lighting and a receptacle outlet shall be provided in accordance
with Section 3063.1.
(6)Section 307.2.2; change to read as follows:
307.2.2 Drain pipe materials and sizes. Components of the condensate disposal system shall be cast iron,
galvanized steel, copper, cross-linked polyethylene, polybutylene, polyethylene, ABS, CPVC or schedule
80 PVC pipe or tubing when exposed to ultra violet light. All components shall be selected for the
pressure, temperature, and exposure rating of the installation. {Remaining language unchanged)
(7)Section 307.2.3; amend item 2 to read as follows:
2. A separate overflow drain line shall be connected to the drain pan provided with the equipment. Such
overflow drain shall discharge to a conspicuous point of disposal to alert occupants in the event of a
stoppage of the primary drain. The overflow drain line shall connect to the drain pan at a higher level
than the primary drain connection. However, the conspicuous point shall not create a hazard such as
dripping over a wallcing surface or other areas so as to create a nuisance.
(8)Section 403.2.1; add a�z item S to read as follows:
5. Toilet rooms within private dwellings that contain only a water closet, lavatory or combination
thereof may be ventilated with an approved mechanical recirculating fan or similar device
designed to remove odors from the air.
(9)Section 504.6; add a sentence at tl:e end of the paragrapli to read as follows:
504.6 Domestic clothes dryer ducts. Exhaust ducts for domestic clothes dryers shall conform to the
requirements of Sections 504.6.1 through 504.6.7. The size of duct shall not be reduced along its developed
length nor at the point of termination.
(10)Section 607. 5.1; cltange to read as follows:
607.5.1 Fire Walls. Ducts and air transfer openings permitted in fire walls in accordance with Section
705.11 of the International Building Code shall be protected with listed fire dampers installed in
accordance with their listing. For hazardous exhaust systems see Section 510.1-510.9 IMC.
SECTION 2. If any provision of this ordinance or the application thereof to any person or
circumstances is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provision or applications, and to this end
the provision of this ordinance are severable.
SECTION 3. All provisions of the ordinances of the City of Denton in conflict with the provision
of this ordinance are hereby repealed, and all other provisions of the ordinances of the City or Denton, not
in conflict with the provision of this ordinance, shall remain in full force and effect.
SECTION 4. Any person violating any provision of this ordinance shall, upon conviction, be
imed a sum not to exceed two thousand dollars ($2,000.00). Each day that a provision of this Ordinance is
violated shall constitute a separate and distinct offence.
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SECTION 5. This ordinance shall become effective October 1, 2012 and the City Secretary is
hereby directed to cause the caption of this ordinance to be published twice in the Denton Record
Chronicle, the official newspaper of the City of Denton, Texas, within ten (10) days of the date of its
passage.
PASSED AND APPROVED this the �� day of � , 2012
ATTEST:
JENNIFER WALTERS, CITY SECRETARY
BY: �
APPR D AS O LEGAL FORM:
ANITA BURGESS, CITY ATTORNEY
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