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ORDINANCE NO. ~t706 -{J3 fJ
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS AMENDING SECTION 28-
27 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES TO PROVIDE FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE
2003 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, 2003 INTERNATIONAL
RESIDENTIAL CODE FOR ONE AND TWO F AMIL Y DWELLINGS, 2003
INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, 2003 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE,
AND THE 2003 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,
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 NOT MORE THAN THREE 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.
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DENTON HEREBY ORDAINS:
SECTION I. 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, 2003 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 for other than I & 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 added so that said section shall
hereafter be and read as follows: Adoption of the residential code. The International
Residential Code with Appendix G, 2003 edition as published by the International Code
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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 or Ordinances of the City of Denton is hereby added so that said section shall
hereafter be and read as follows: Adoption of the fuel gas code. The International Fuel
Gas Code, 2003 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 added so that said section shall hereafter be
and read as follows: Adoption of the plumbing code. The International Plumbing Code,
2003 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 added so that said section shall hereafter be and read as follows:
Adoption of the mechanical code. The International Mechanical Code, 2003 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 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 28-28 is hereby amended to read as follows:
Amendments to the 2003 International Building Code
(1) Sect/on 101.2, except/on No.2 Is amended to read as follows:
2. Existing buildings undergoing repair, alterations or additions, and change of occupancy shall
be permitted to comply with the International Existing Building Code with prior approval of the
Building Official. Otherwise see chapter 34.
(2) Sect/on 101.4 is amended to read as follows:
101.4 Referenced codes. The other codes listed in Sections 101.4.1 through 101.4.7 and
referenced elsewhere in this code, when specifically adopted, shall be considered part of the
requirements of this code to the prescribed extend 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 ICC Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
Sect/on 103 Is amended by adding sect/on 103.1.1 to read as follows:
103.1.1 Police power. The building official and members of the department of building safety
shall have the powers of a police officer when performing their duties under this code.
(3) Sect/on 109.3.5 is deleted.
Sect/on 113.4 Is amended to read as follows:
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Section 113.4 Violation Penalties. Persons who shall violate a provision of this code or shall
fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall erect, install, alter, repair or do
work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the building official, or of
a permit or certificate used under provisions of this code, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor
offense punishable by a fine of not more than $2000.00. Each day that a violation continues after
due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense.
Sect/on 114.3 is amended to read as follows:
Section 114.3 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 liable to a fine of not less than two hundred ($200) dollars
or more than two thousand ($2000) dollars.
(4) Sect/on 202 is amended by adding a new definition to read as follows:
HIGH-RISE BUilDING. A building having any floor used for human occupancy located more
than 55 feet (16 764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
(5) Section 302.1.1 is amended to read as follows:
302.1.1 Incidental use areas. Spaces which are incidental to the main occupancy shall be
separated or protected, or both, in accordance with Table 302.1.1 Areas that are incidental to the
main occupancy shall be classified in accordance with the main occupancy of the portion of the
building in which the incidental use area is located.
Exception: Incidental use areas within and serving a dwelling unit are not required to
comply with this section.
(6) Section 302.2.1 Is amended to read as follows:
302.2.1 Assembly areas. Accessory assembly areas are not considered separate occupancies if
the floor area is equal to or less than 750 square feet (69.7 m2). Assembly areas that are
accessory to Group E occupancies are exempt from the separation requirements of Table
302.3.2 and are considered Group E occupancies only for the application of Table 503.
Accessory religious educational rooms and religious auditoriums with occupant loads of less than
100 are not considered separate occupancies.
(7) Table 302.3.2; the footnote reference in row R-3, R-4, column U is amended to change, from
"d" to "f' and add foot note "f'to read as follows:
f. See Section 406.1.4.
(8) Section 303.1 first paragraph Is amended to read as follows:
303.1 Assembly Group A. (1" four sentences to remain unchanged). Assembly areas which are
accessory to Group E occupancies are exempt from the separation requirements of Table
302.3.2 and are considered Group E occupancies only for the application of Table 503. (Last
sentence to remain unchanged)
(9) Sect/on 304.1 Is amended to add the following to the list of occupancies:
Fire stations
Police stations with detention facilities for 5 or less
(10) Sect/on 403.1 is amended by changing the first paragraph and except/on 3 to read as
follows:
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403.1 Applicability. The provisions of this section shall apply to buildings having any occupied
floors iocated more than 55 feet (16 764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle
access.
3. Buildings with an occupancy in Group A-5 in accordance with Section 303.1 when
used for open air seating; however, this exception does not apply to accessory uses
inciuding but not limited to sky boxes, restaurants and similarly enclosed areas.
(11) Sect/on 403.2 Is amended by delet/ng exception #2.
(12) Sect/on 404.1.1 Is amended by changing the definlt/on of "Atrium" as follows:
ATRIUM. An opening connecting three or more stories . {Balance remains
unchanged}
(13) Sect/on 406.1.4 Is amended to add Item #4 to read as follows:
4. 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).
(14) Sect/on 406.6.1 Is amended to add a second paragraph to read as follows:
This occupancy shall include garages involved in servicing of motor vehicles for items such as
lube changes, inspections, windshield repair or replacement, shocks, minor part replacement and
other such non-major repair. . When the repair garage is only involved in such minor repair, it
need not comply with Section 406.6.2.
(15) Sect/on 506.2.2 Is amended to add a sentence to read as follows:
In order to be considered as accessible, if not in direct contact with a street or fire lane, a
minimum 10-foot wide pathway from the street or approved tire lane must be provided. (See
International Fire Code Section 503.1.1 for hose lay measurement pathway requirements.)
(16) Table 602; amend footnote b by the addition of the following sentence:
b. Group R-3 and Group U when used as accessory to Group R-3, as applicable in
101.2 shall not be required to have a fire-resistance rating where fire separation
distance is 3 feet or more. Group R-2 and Group U carport, as applicable in 406.1.4,
exception 4 shall be required to have a fire-resistance rating where fire separation
distance is 10 feet or less.
(11) Sect/on 105.11 Is amended by changing the exception to read as follows:
exception: For other than hazardous exhaust ducts, penetrations by ducts and air transfer
openings of . . . {remainder of exception unchanged}.
(18) Sect/on 101.2 Is amended by changing exception number 1 as follows:
7.4 Is separated from floor openings... {remainder of exception unchanged}
(19) Sect/on 116.5.2 Is amended by adding except/on #4 to read as follows:
4. In the duct penetration of the separation between the private garage and its residence
when constructed in accordance with Section 406.1.4, exception #2.
(20) Sect/on 901.3 Is amended by changing Building Official to read Fire Marshal or his
representative.
(21) Section 901.5 is amended by changing Building Official to read Fire Marshal or his
representative.
(22) Sect/on 901.6.3 Is amended by changing Building Official to read Fire Marshal or his
representative.
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(23) Sections 902-908 & Section 910 shall confonn to the requirements of the 2003
International Fire Code as amended.
(24) Section 1008.1.3.4 Is amended by addfng criteria #1 as follows:
7. If a full building smoke detection system is not provided, approved smoke detectors shall
be provided on both the access and egress sides of doors and in a location approved by
the authority having jurisdiction of NFPA 72. Actuation of a smoke detector shall
automatically unlock the door.
(25) Section 1016.1 Is amended by adding an exception #5 to read as follows:
5. In Group B office buildings, corridor walls and ceilings need not be of fire-resistive construction
within office spaces of a single tenant when the space is equipped with an approved automatic
smoke-detection system within the corridor. The actuation of any detector shall activate alarms
audible In all areas served by the corridor. The smoke-detection system shall be connected to
the building's fire alarm system where such a system is provided.
(26) Section 1019.1.8 Is amended to read as follows:
1019.1.8 Smokeproof enclosures. In buildings required to comply with Section 403 or 405,
each of the exits of a building that serves stories where any floor surface is located more than 55
feet (16 764 mm) above the lowest level of fire. . . {remainder of section unchanged}.
(21) Section 1101.2 Is amended to add an exception to read as follows:
exception: Buildings regulated under State Law and built in accordance with State certified
plans, including any variances or waivers granted by the State, shall be deemed to be in
compliance with the requirements of this Chapter.
(28) Sect/on 1109.2.1 Is amended to read as follows:
1109.2.1 Unisex toilet and bathing rooms. In assembly and mercantile occupancies, an
accessible unisex toilet room shall be provided where an aggregate of six or more male or female
water closets is provided. In buildings of mixed occupancy, only those water closets . . .
{remainder of section unchanged}.
(29) Section 1210.2, exception #2 Is amended to read as follows:
2. Toilet rooms that are not accessible to the public and which have not more than one water
closet; provided that walls around urinals comply with the minimum surrounding material specified
by Section 419.3 of the Internationai Plumbing Code.
(30) Section 1403.3 Is amended to read as follows:
1403.3 Vapor retarder. In all framed walls, floors and roof/ceilings comprising elements of the
building thermal envelope, a vapor retarder, when installed, shall be installed In a manner so as
to not trap moisture. Vapor retarders shall be tested in accordance with ASTM E 96.
(delete all exceptions)
(31) Table 1505.1 Is amended by replacing footnotes band c with the following:
b. All individual replacement shingles or shakes shall be in compliance with the rating
required by this table.
c. Non-classified roof coverings shall be permitted on buildings of U occupancies having
not more than 120 sq.ft. of projected roof area. When exceeding 120 sq.ft of
projected roof area, buildings of U occupancies may use non-rated non-combustible
roof coverings.
(32) Section 1505.1 Is deleted.
(33) Section 2308 is amended by adding Section 2308.2.3 to read as follows:
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2308.2.3 Application to engineered design. When accepted by the Building Official, any
portion of this section is permitted to apply 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.
(34) Section 2901.1 is amended by adding a sentence to read as follows:
The provisions of this Chapter are meant to work in coordination with the provisions of Chapter 4
of the International Plumbing Code. Should any conflicts arise between the two chapters, the
Building Official shall determine which provision applies.
(35) Section 2902.1 and 2902.1.1 are amended to read as follows and by adding sub
sections:
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 fioor
level in an approved location.
Exception: A drinking fountain need not be provided in a drinking or dining
establishment.
2. Groups A, B, F, H, I, M and S Occupancies: Buildings or portions thereof where
persons are employed shall be provided with at least one water closet for each sex
except as provided for in Section 2902.2.
3. Group E Occupancies: Shall be provided with fixtures as shown in Table 2902.1.
4. Group R Occupancies: Shall be provided with fixtures as shown in Table 2902.1.
It is recommended, but not required, that the minimum number of fixtures provided also comply
with the number shown in Table 2902.1. Types of occupancies not shown in Table 2902.1 shall
be considered individually by the code official. The number of occupants shall be determined by
this code. Occupancy classification shall be determined in accordance with Chapter 3.
2902.2 Finish material. Finish materials shall comply with Section 1210.
Amendments to the 2003 International Residential Code
(1) Section R102.41s amended 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 Ice 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 enforcement. . . {remainder of exception unchanged.}. ...
(2) Section R105.2, item #1 is amended to read as follows:
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1. One-story detached accessory structures, provided the fioor area does not exceed
120 square feet (11.15 m2).
(3) Section R109.1.3 is amended 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. . . (bulk of section unchanged) . construction, the
building official may require submission. . . {remainder of section unchanged}.
(4) Section R110 (R110.1 through R110.4) is deleted.
(5) Sections R112.2.1 & R1112.2.2 are deleted.
(6) Section R202 is amended to change the definition of 'Townhouse' to read as follows:
TOWNHOUSE. A single-family dwelling unit constructed in a group of attached units separated
by property lines in which each unit extends from foundation to roof and with open space on at
least two sides.
(T) Section R202 is amended to add a definition of "Naturally durabie wood" as follows:
NATURALLY DURABLE WOOD. The heartwood of the following species with the exception that
an occasional piece with corner sapwood is permitted if 90 percent or more of the width of each
side on which it occurs is heartwood.
Decay resistant. Redwood, cedars, black locust and black walnut.
Termite resistant. Redwood and Eastern red cedar.
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(8) Table R301.2(1) Is amended by filling In as follows:
GROUND SNOW WIND SPEED~ (mph) SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY""
LOAD
5lb/ft' 90 (3-sec-austl/75 fastest mile A
Weatherin a
Moderate
WINTER ICE SHIELD UNDER- FLOOD AIR FREEZING MEAN ANNUAL
DESIGN TEMP" LAYMENT HAZARDS"" INDEXji TEMpkj
REQUIRED"
220F No local code 690F 64.9OF
For SI: 1 pound per square foot = 0.0479 kN/m.O', 1 mile per hour = 1.609 km/h.
a. No revisions.
b. No revisions.
c. No revisions.
d. No further revisions.
e. No further revisions.
f. No further revisions.
g. No further revisions.
h. No further revisions.
L No further revisions.
j. No further revisions.
(9) Figure R301.2(7) Is deleted and renumber figures as needed.
(10) Section R302.11s amended by adding a second exception as follows:
Exceptions:
1. Tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar structures exempted from permits by
Section R 1 05.2 are not required to provide wall protection based on location on the
lot. Projections beyond the exterior wall shall not extend over the lot line.
2. Open metal carport structures may be constructed within zero (0) feet of the property
line without fire-resistive or opening protection when the location of such is approved
as required by other adopted ordinances.
(11) Section R303.3, exception Is amended 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 cfm (23.6 Lis) for intermittent ventilation or
20 cfm (9.4 Us) for continuous ventilation. Ventilation air from the space shall be
exhausted directly to the outside.
2. Bathrooms 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.
(12) Section R303.8 Is amended to read as follows:
R303.8 Required heating. Every dwelling unit shall be provided with heating facilities capable of
maintaining a minimum room temperature of 680F (20oC) at a point 3 feet (914 mm) above the
floor and 2 feet (610 mm) from exterior walls in all habitable rooms at the design temperature.
{Remainder of section unchanged}
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(13) Section R311.2.2Is amended to read as follows:
R311.2.2 Under stair protection. Enclosed accessible space under stairs shall have walls,
under stair surface and any soffits protected on the enclosed side with 5/8-inch (15.8 mm) fire-
rated gypsum board or one-hour fire-resistive construction.
(14) Section R317.11s amended by adding a second exception to read as follows:
Exceptions:
1. {existing exception unchanged}
2. Two-family dwelling units that are also divided by a property line through the structure
shall be separated as required for townhouses.
(15) Section R318 Is deleted.
(16) Sections R319 and R320 are amended to read as follows:
Revise Section R319.1 to read as follows:
R319.1 Location required. Protection from decay shall be provided in the following
locations by the use of naturally durable wood or wood that is pressure preservatively
treated in accordance with AWPA C1, C2, C3, C4, C9, C15, C18, C22, C23, C24, C28,
C31, C33, P1, P2, and P3, or
1. No revision.
2. No revision.
3. No revision.
4. No revision.
5. No revision.
6. No revision.
7. No revision.
R319.1.1 Field treatment. Field cut ends, notches and drilled holes of pressure
preservatively treated wood shall be retreated in the field in accordance with AWPA M4.
Renumber existing sections R319.1.1 (Ground contact) through R319.1.4 (Wood
columns).
Delete Section R320. 1 and substitute the following:
R320.1 Subterranean termite control. In areas favorable to termite damage as
established by Table R 301.2 (1), methods of protection shall be by one of the following:
Chemical soil treatment, pressure preservatively treated wood in accordance with the
AWPA standards listed in Section R319.1, naturally termite-resistant wood or physical
barriers (such as metal or plastic termite shields), or any combination of these methods.
R 320.1.1 Pressure preservatively treated or naturally durable wood shall be
provided as per HUD standards. Pressure perservatively treated wood shall be
treated in accordance with the standards cited in R 319.1.
R 320.1.1.1 Quality Mark. Lumber and plywood required to be pressure
preservatively treated in accordance with R324.1 shall bear the quality mark of
an approved inspection agency which maintains continuing supervision, testing,
and inspection over the quality of the product and which has been approved by
an accreditation body which complies with the requirements of the American
Lumber Standards Committee treated wood program.
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R320.1.1.2 Field treatment. Field cut ends, notches and drilled holes of
pressure preservatively treated wood shall be retreated in the field in accordance
with AWPA M4.
Revise sections R320.2 through R320.4 as follows:
R320.1.2 Pesticide treatment. The concentrations, rate of application and
treatment methods of the termiticide shall be consistent with the termiticide label.
Pesticide treatment shall be provided using methods approved by the
Environmental Protection Agency and the Texas Structural Pest Control Board.
R320.1.3 Physical Barriers. Physical barriers shall be installed as recognized
by Texas Structural Pest Control Board.
R320.2 Foam plastic protection. (Remainder of section unchanged.)
(17) Sect/on R323.11s amended to read as follows:
R323.1 General. Buildings and structures, when penmitted to be constructed in flood hazard
areas. . . {bulk of section unchanged} . . . shall be designed and constructed as required in
accordance with the provisions contained in this section or by other local provisions as applicable.
(18) Sect/on R602.10.5 is amended by adding the following exception and figure:
Exception: Vertical wall segments in the first of one- or first of two-story buildings next to garage
openings shall be permitted to have a 6: 1 height-to-width ratio (with height being measured from
top of header to sill plate) when constructed in accordance with the following provisions. Each
panel shall have a length of not less than 16 inches (406 mm) and a height of not more than 10
feet (3048 mm). Each panel shall be sheathed on one face with a single layer of 3/8-inch-
minimum-thickness (9.5 mm) wood structural panel sheathing nailed with 8d common or
galvanized box nails in accordance with Figure R602.10.5(2). The wood structural panel
sheathing shall extend up over the solid sawn or glued-laminated header and shall be nailed in
accordance with Figure R602.10.5(2). The header shall extend between the inside faces of the
first full-length outer studs of each panel. The clear span of the header between the inner studs
of each panel shall be not less than six feet (1829 mm) and not more than 18 feet (5486 mm) in
length. A strap with an uplift capacity of not less than 1000 pounds (454 kg) shall fasten the
header to the side of the inner studs opposite the sheathing. Two anchor bolts shall be installed
in accordance with Section R403.1.6, and plate washers shall be a minimum of 2 inches by 2
inches by 3/16 inch (51 mm by 51 mm by 4.88 mm) thick and shall be used on each bolt. This
exception is only permitted in Seismic Design Categories A-C.
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(19) Sect/on R703. 7.4. 1 Is amended by adding a second paragraph to read as follows:
For 311. square feet (0.302 m2) of wall area, the following dimensions shall be adhered to:
1. When ties are placed on studs 16 in (407 mm) o.c., they shall be spaced no further apart than
29 in (737 mm) vertically starting approximately 15 in (381 mm) from the foundation.
2. When ties are placed on studs 24 in (610 mm) o.c., they shall be spaced no further apart than
19 in (483 mm) vertically starting approximately 10 in (254 mm) from the foundation.
(20) Sect/on 902 Is amended by adding Section R902.3 to read as follows:
R902.3 Minimum Roof Class. All roof coverings shall be a minimum Class C. All individual
replacement shingles or shakes shall be a minimum Class C.
Exception: Non-classified roof coverings shall be permitted on buildings of U
occupancies having not more than 120 sq.ft. of projected roof area. When exceeding
120 sq.ft. of projected roof area, buildings of U occupancies may use non-rated non-
combustible coverings.
(21) Sect/on R907.11s amended by adding a sentence to read as follows:
All individual replacement shingles or shakes shall comply with Section R902.3.
(22) Chapter 11 shall conform to the requirements of the 2003 International Energy
Conservation Code as amended.
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(23) Section M1305.1.3 Is amended to read as follows:
M1305.1.3 Appliances In attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access shall be
provided . . . {bulk of paragraph unchanged} .. from the opening to the appliance. The
passageway shall have continuous unobstructed solid flooring in accordance with Chapter 5 not
less than 30 inches (762 mm) wide. A level service space at least 30 inches (762 mm) deep and
30 inches (762 mm) wide shall be present along all 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 where such dimensions are not large enough to allow removal of
the largest appliance. As a minimum, access to the attic space shall be provided by one of the
following:
1. A permanent stair.
2. A pull down stair.
3. An access door from an upper floor level.
Exception: The passageway and level service space are not required where the
appliance is capable of being serviced and removed through the required opening.
(24) Section M1305.1.3.1Is amended by adding a sentence to read as follows:
Low voltage wiring of 50 Volts or less shall be installed in a manner to prevent physical damage.
(25) Section M1305.1.4.1Is amended to read as follows:
M1305.1A.1 Ground clearance. 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.
(26) Section M1305.1.4.3 Is amended by adding a sentence to read as follows:
Low voltage wiring of 50 Volts or less shall be installed in a manner to prevent physical damage.
(27) Section M1307.3.1Is deleted.
(28) Section M1501.2 is deleted and replaced with the following:
M1501.2 Exhaust duct size. The minimum diameter of the exhaust duct shall be as
recommended by the manufacturer, shall be at least the diameter of the appliance outlet and
shall be a minimum nominal size of 4 inches (102 mm) in diameter. The size of duct shall not be
reduced along its developed length nor at the point of termination.
(29) Section M1501.3 is amended to read as follows:
M1501.3 Length limitation. The maximum length of a clothes dryer exhaust duct shall not
exceed 25 feet (7620 mm) from the dryer location to the wall or roof termination with not more
than two bends. When extra bends are installed, the maximum length of the duct shall be
reduced 2.5 feet (762 mm) for each 45-degree (0.79 rad) bend and 5 feet (1524 mm) for each 90-
degree (1.6 rad) bend that occur after the first two bends, measuring in the direction of airflow.
The maximum length of the exhaust duct does not include the transition duct.
{The Exception is unchanged}
(30) Section M2005.2 Is amended to read as follows:
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 leakage requirements of the International Energy
Conservation Code and equipped with an approved self-closing device. Direct-vent water
heaters are not required to be installed within an enclosure.
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(31) Section G2408.3 is deleted.
(32) Section G2412.5 Is amended by adding a second paragraph to read as follows:
Both ends of each section of medium 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"
(33) Section G2413.3 Is amended by adding an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) shall be a minimum of 1/2".
(34) Section G2415.61s amended to read as follows:
G2415.6 (404.6) Piping in solid floors. Piping in solid floors shall be laid in channels in the floor
and covered in a manner what will allow access to the piping with a minimum amount of damage
to the building. Where such piping is subject to exposure to excessive moisture or corrosive
substances, the piping shall be protected in an approved manner. As an alternative to
installation in channels, the piping shall be installed in accordance with Section G2415.11
(35) Section G2415.9 is amended to read as follows:
G2415.9 (404.9) Minimum burial depth. Underground piping systems shall be installed a
minimum depth of 18 inches (458 mm) below grade.
(36) Section G2415.9. 11s deleted.
(37) Section G2417.1Is amended 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 2417.7.4 to determine compliance with
the provisions of this code. The permit holder shall give reasonable advance notice to the code
official 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.
(38) Section G2417.4ls amended to read as follows:
G2417.4 (406.4) Test pressure measurement. Test pressure shall be measured with a
monometer 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. For tests requiring a pressure of 3
psig, mechanical gauges shall utilize a dial with a minimum diameter of three and one half inches
(3 y,"), a set hand, 1/10 pound incrementation and pressure range not to exceed 6 psi for tests
requiring a pressure of 3 psig. For tests requiring a pressure of 10 psig, mechanical gauges shall
utilize a dial with a minimum diameter of three and one-half inches (3 Yo"), a set hand, a minimum
of 2/1 0 pound incrementation and a pressure range not to exceed 20 psi.
(39) Section G2417.4.1 is amended 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 Code Official, the piping and valves may be tested at a
pressure of at least six (6) inches (152 mm) of mercury, measured with a manometer or slope
gauge. 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
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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 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.
(40) Section G2417.4.2 Is amended to read as follows:
G2417.4.2 (406.4.2) Test duration. The 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.
(41) Section G2420 Is amended by adding 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 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 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 sothey will not be disengaged by movement
of the supporting piping.
(42) Section G2421.1 Is amended by adding 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 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.
(43) Section G2439.5 Is amended by adding a sentence to read as follows:
The size of duct shall not be reduced along its developed length nor at the point of termination.
(44) Section G2439.5.1 Is amended to read as follows:
G2439.5.1 (614.6.1) Maximum length. The maximum length of a clothes dryer exhaust duct
shall not exceed 25 feet (7620 mm) from the dryer location to the outlet terminal with not more
than two bends. When extra bends are installed, the maximum length of the duct shall be
reduced 2 1/2 feet (762 mm) for each 45-degree (0.79 rad) bend and 5 feet (1524 mm) for each
90-degree (1.6 rad) bend that occur after the first two bends, measuring in the direction of airflow.
{Exception is unchanged}
(45) Section G2445.2 Is amended to read as follows:
G2445.2 (621.2) Prohibited use. One or more 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
International Fuel Gas Code Section 108.7.
(46) Section G2448.1.1 Is amended 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.
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(47) Section P2503.5.1, Item 1 Is amended by adding a second paragraph to read as
follows:
Shower receptors shall be tested for water tightness by filling 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.
(48) Section P2503. 7.2 Is amended to read as follows:
P2503.7.2 Testing. Reduced pressure principle. . . {bulk of section unchanged} . . . at the time
of installation, immediately after repairs or relocation and at regular intervals as required by
applicable state or local provisions.
(49) Section P2603.2.1Is amended to read as follows:
P2603.2.1 Protection against physical damage. In concealed locations...{bulk of section
unchanged}... Protective shield plates shall be a minimum of .062-inch-thick (1.6 mm) steel and
shall cover the area of the pipe where the member is notched or bored.
(50) Section P2603.6.1Is deleted and replaced with the following:
P2603.6.1 Sewer depth. Building sewers shall be a minimum of 12 inches (304 mm) below
grade.
(51) Section P2709.11s amended by adding an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Showers designed to comply with ICC/ANSI A 117.1.
(52) Section P2801.6 by adding an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Elevation of the ignition source is not required for water heaters that are listed as
flammable vapor resistant and for installation without elevation.
(53) Section P2902.4.3 Is amended to read as follows:
P2902.4.3 Lawn 1"lgatlon Systems. The potable water supply system to lawn irrigation
systems shall be protected against backflow by an atmospheric-type vacuum breaker, a pressure
type vacuum breaker, or a reduced pressure principle backflow preventer. . {remainder of
section unchanged}.
(54) In Table P2904.4.1 & P2904.5; "Polybuty/ene (PB) plastic pipe and tubing" Is deleted.
(55) Sections P2904.5.1 and P2904.14 are amended by deleting the reference to "PS"
plastic pipe.
(56) Sect/on P3005.2.6 Is amended to read as follows:
P3005.2.6 Upper terminal. Each horizontal drain shall be provided with a cleanout at its upper
terminal
Exception: Cleanouts may be omitted on a horizontal drain less that five (5) feet (1524
mm) in length unless such line is serving sinks or urinals.
(57) Sect/on P3103.11s amended to read as follows:
P3103.1 Roof extension. All open vent pipes which extend through a roof shall be terminated at
least six (6) inches (152 mm) above the roof, except that . . . {remainder of section unchanged}.
(58) Sect/on P3105.21s amended to read as follows:
P3105.2 Fixture drains. The total fall in a fixture drain due to pipe slope shall not exceed one
pipe diameter, nor shall the vent pipe connection to a fixture drain, except for water closets, be
below the weir of the trap
(59) Sect/on 3105.3 and Figure P3105.3 are deleted.
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(50) Sect/on P3111 Is deleted.
(51) Sect/on P3112.2 Is deleted and replaced with the following:
P3112.2 Installation. Traps for island sinks and similar equipment shall be roughed in above the
floor and may be vented by extending the vent as high as possible, but not less than the
drain board height and then returning it downward and connecting it to the horizontal sink drain
immediately downstream from the vertical fixture 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 flood 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.
(52) Chapters 33 through 42 are deleted. Replace with the electrical code as adopted.
END
Amendments to the 2003 International Fuel Gas Code
(1) Section 102.2 Is amended by adding an except/on to read as follows:
Exception: Existing dwelling units shall comply with Section 621.2.
(2) Sect/on 102.8 Is amended 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) Section 304.10 Is amended to read as follows:
304.10 Louvers and grilles. The required size of openlngs...{bulk of paragraph
unchanged}...to provide the free area specffied. Where the design and free area 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. {Remainder of section unchanged.}
(4) Section 304.11 is amended by changing Exception 8 to read as follows:
304.11 Combustion air ducts. {SUlk of section unchanged.}
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 (305 mm)
vertically from the adjoining grade level or the manufacturer's
recommendation, whichever is more stringent
(5) Sect/on 305.5 Is deleted.
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(6) Section 305.7 Is amended to read as follows:
305.7 Clearances from grade. Equipment and appliances installed at grade level shall be
supported on a level concrete slab or other approved material extending a minimum of 3 inches
(76 mm) above adjoining grade or shall be suspended a minimum of 6 inches (152 mm) above
adjoining grade.
(7) Section 306.3 is amended to read as follows:
306.3 Appliances In attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access shall be provided.
{bulk of paragraph unchanged} . . . from the opening to the equipment. The passageway shall
have continuous unobstructed solid flooring not less than 30 inches (762 mm) wide. A level
service space not less than 30 inches (762 mm) deep and 30 inches (762 mm) wide shall be
present at the front or service side of the equipment. 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 largest appliance. As a minimum, access to the attic
space shall be provided by one of the following:
4. A permanent stair.
5. A pull down stair.
6. An access door from an upper floor level.
Exception: The passageway and level service space are not required where the
appliance is capable of being serviced and removed through the required opening.
(Delefe Exception #2.)
(8) Section 306.5 is amended to read as follows:
306.5 Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures. Where equipment and
appliances requiring access 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 8 feet
(2438 mm) to the finish grade or floor level below and shall extend to the equipment and
appliance's level service space. Such access shall. . . {bulk of section fo read the same}. . . on
roofs having a slope greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33-percent slope).
A receptacle outlet shall be provided at or near the equipment and appliance location in
accordance with the Electrical Code.
(9) Section 306 is amended by adding Section 306.5.1.1 to read as follows:
306.5.1.1 Catwalk. On roofs having slopes greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal, a
catwalk at least 16 inches in width with substantial cleats spaced not more than 16 inches apart
shall be provided from the roof access to the working platform at the appliance.
(10) Section 306 is amended by adding Section 306.7 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.
306.7.1. 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 306.3.1.
(11) Section 401.5 is amended by adding a second paragraph to read as follows:
Both ends of each section of medium 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:
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'WARNING
1/2 to 5 psi gas pressu re
Do Not Remove"
(12) Sect/on 402.3 Is amended by adding an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) shall be a minimum of 1/2".
(13) Sect/on 404.6 Is amended to read as follows:
404.6 Piping in solid floors. Piping in solid floors shall be laid in channels in the floor and
covered in a manner that will allow access to the piping with a minimum amount of damage to the
building. Where such piping is subject to exposure to excessive moisture or corrosive
substances, the piping shall be protected in an approved manner. As an alternative to
installation in channels, the piping shall be installed in accordance with Section 404.11
(14) Sect/on 404.9 Is amended to read as follows:
404.9 Minimum burial depth. Underground piping systems shall be installed a minimum depth
of 18 inches (458 mm) below grade.
(15) Sect/on 406.4 Is amended to read as follows:
406.4 Test pressure measurement. Test pressure shall be measured with a monometer 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. For tests requiring a pressure of 3 psig, mechanical gauges
shall utilize a dial with a minimum diameter of three and one half inches (3 W'), a set hand, 1/10
pound incrementation and pressure range not to exceed 6 psi for tests requiring a pressure of 3
psig. For tests requiring a pressure of 10 psig, mechanical gauges shall utilize a dial with a
minimum diameter of three and one-half inches (3 W'), a set hand, a minimum of 2/10 pound
incrementation and a pressure range not to exceed 20 psi.
(16) Sect/on 406.4.1 Is amended to read as follows:
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 Code Official, the piping and valves may be tested at a
pressure of at least six (6) inches (152 mm) of mercury, measured with a manometer or slope
gauge. 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 (69.6 kPa). 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.
(17) Sect/on 406.4.2 Is amended 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.)
(18) Sect/on 409 Is amended by adding 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 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.
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(19) Section 410.1 is amended by adding 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 306.
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.
(20) Section 614.6 is amended by adding a sentence to read as follows:
The size of duct shall not be reduced along its developed length nor at the point of termination.
(21) Section 614.6.1 is amended to read as follows:
614.6.1 Maximum length. The maximum length of a clothes dryer exhaust duct shall not exceed
25 feet (7620 mm) from the dryer location to the outlet terminal with not more than two bends.
When extra bends are installed, the maximum length of the duct shall be reduced 2.5 feet (762
mm) for each 45-degree (0.79 rad) bend and 5 feet (1524 mm) for each 90-degree (1.6 rad) bend
that occur after the first two bends, measuring in the direction of airflow.
{Exception is unchanged}
(22) Section 621.2 is amended to read as follows:
621.2 Prohibited use. One or more 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.
(23) Section 624.1.1 is amended 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
Amendments to the 2003 International Plumbing Code
(1) Table of Contents is amended by changing the reference to, Chapter 7, Section 714;
change to read as follows:
Section 714 Engineered Drainage Design. . . ... ... . . . . . . . .62
(2) Section 101.2 Is amended by changing exceptions 1 and 2 to read as follows:
101.2 Scope (Paragraph unchanged)
Exceptions:
1. Detached one and two- family dwellings . . . (unchanged). . International
Residential Code as adopted.
2. Plumbing systems in existing buildings. (unchanged) . . . International Existing
Building Code or the provisions for existing buildings in the International Building
Code as adopted.
(3) Section 102.8 is amended to read as follows:
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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 specifically 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.
(4) Sections 106.6.2 and 106.6.3 are amended 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 of section)
(5) Section 109 is deleted and replaced with 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
official to the board of appeals established by ordinance. The board shall be governed by the
enabling ordinance.
(6) Section 305.6.1 is amended to read as follows:
305.6.1 Sewer depth. Building sewers shall be a minimum of 12 inches (304 mm) below grade.
(7) Section 305.9 is amended 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.
(8) Sect/on 310.4 Is deleted.
(9) Sections 312.9.1 and 312.9.2 are amended to read as follows:
312.9.1 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.
312.9.2 Testing. Reduced pressure principle backflow 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, immediately 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 Is amended by changing the second sentence to read as follows:
314.2.1 Condensate disposal. Condensate from all cooling coils and evaporators shall be
conveyed from the drain pan outlet to an approved place of disposal. Condensate shall not
discharge into a street, alley, sidewalk, rooftop, or other areas so as to cause a nuisance.
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(11) Section 314.2.2 Is amended to read as follows:
314.2.2 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 PVC pipe or tubing. All components shall be selected for the pressure
temperature rating of the installation. {Remainder unchanged}
(12) Section 401.1 Is amended by adding a sentence to read as follows:
The provisions of this Chapter are meant to work in coordination with the provisions of the
Building Code. Should any conflicts arise between the two chapters, the Code Official shall
determine which provision applies.
(13) Section 403.1 Is amended to read as follows:
403.1 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.
2. Groups A, B, F, H, I, M and S Occupancies: Buildings or portions thereof where persons
are employed shall be provided with at least one water closet for each sex except as
provided for in Section 403.2.
3. Group E Occupancies: Shall be provided with fixtures as shown in Table 403.1.
4. Group R Occupancies: Shall be provided with fixtures as shown in Table 403.1.
It is recommended, but not required, that the minimum number of fixtures provided also comply
with the number shown in Table 403.1. Types of occupancies not shown in Table 403.1 shall be
considered individually by the code official. The number of occupants shall be determined by the
International Buifding Code. Occupancy classification shall be determined in accordance with the
International Buifding Code.
(14) Section 403 is amended by adding Section 403.1.2 to read as follows:
403.1.2 Finish material. Finish materials shall comply with Section 1209 of the International
Buifding Code.
(15) Section 405.6 Is deleted.
(16) Section 409.2 Is amended 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.
(17) Section 410.1 is amended to read as follows:
410.1 Approval. Drinking fountains shall conform to ASME A112.19.1M, ASME A112.19.2M or
ASME A112.19.9M, and water coolers shall conform to ARI 1010. Drinking fountains and water
coolers shall conform to NSF 61, Section 9.
Exception: A drinking fountain need not be provided in a drinking or dining
establishment.
(18) Section 412.4 is amended 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.
2. Commercial kitchens. (In lieu of floor drains in commercial kitchens, the code official may
accept floor sinks)
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(19) Section 413.4 Is amended to read as follows:
413.4 Water supply required. All food waste grinders shall be provided with a supply of cold
water. The water supply shall be protected against backflow by an air gap or with the installation
of a backflow preventer in accordance with Section 608.
(20) Section 417.5 Is amended 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 A 117.1.
(21) Section 417.5.2 Is amended to read as follows:
417.5.2 Shower lining. Floors under shower compartments, except where prefabricated
receptors have been provided, shall be lined and made water tight utilizing material complying
with Sections 417.5.2.1 through 417.5.2.4. Such liners shall turn up on all sides at least 2 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. . . {remainder of section unchanged} . . . .
(22) Section 4171s amended by adding Section 417.7 to read as follows:
417.7 Test for shower receptors. Shower receptors shall be tested for water tightness by filling
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.
(23) Section 419.3 Is amended 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.
(24) Section 502.3 Is amended to read as follows:
502.3 Water heaters Installed In attics. Allics containing a water heater shall be provided.
{bulk of paragraph unchanged} .. 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.
(25) Section 502 Is amended by adding Section 502.5 to read as follows:
502.5 Water heaters above ground or floor. When the allic, 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.
502.5.1 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 502.3.1.
(26) Section 504.6.1 is amended to read as follows:
504.6.1 Discharge. The relief valve shall discharge through full size piping to a safe place of
disposal such as a floor drain, outside the building, or an indirect waste receptor. The discharge
pipe shall not have any trapped sections. When the drain pipe run is exposed, in an area outside
of the room where the water heater is located, in a manner that would make it subject to damage,
the drain shall have a visible air gap or air gap filling located in the same room as the water
heater. The outlet end of the discharge pipe shall not be threaded and such discharge pipe shall
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not have a valve or tee installed. Relief valve piping shall be piped independent of other
equipment drains or relief valve discharge piping to the disposal point. Such pipe shall be
installed in a manner that does not cause personal injury to occupants in the immediate area or
structural damage to the building.
The discharge pipe shall not discharge into the pan required in Section 504.7.
When discharging outside the building, the point of discharge shall be with the end of the pipe not
more than two (2) feet (610 mm) nor less than six (6) inches (152 mm) above the ground or the
floor level of the area receiving the discharge and pointing downward.
(27) Sect/on 604 Is amended by adding Sect/on 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.
(28) In Tables 605.3 and 605.4 references to "Polybutylene (PS) plastic pipe and tubing"
are deleted.
(29) Section 606.1 Is amended by deleting Items #4 and #5.
(30) Sect/on 606.2 Is amended by changing Items #1 and 2 to read as follows:
1. On the fixture supply to each plumbing fixture.
Exception: Tub and shower valves.
2. On the water supply pipe to each sillcock when subject to freezing.
(31) Sect/on 60B.11s amended to read as follows:
608.1 General. A potable water supply system shall be designed, installed and maintained in
such a manner so as to prevent contamination from nonpotable liquids, solids or gases being
introduced into the potable water supply through cross-connections or any other piping
connections to the system. Sackfiow preventer applications shall conform to applicable local
regulations, Table 608.1, and as specifically stated in Sections 608.2 through 608.16.9.
(32) Sect/on 608.16.5 Is amended to read as follows:
608.16.5 Connections to lawn Irrigation Systems. The potable water supply system to lawn
irrigation systems shall be protected against backflow by an atmospheric-type vacuum breaker, a
pressure type vacuum breaker, or a reduced pressure principle backflow preventer . . .
{remainder of section unchanged}.
(33) Sect/on 608.17 Is amended 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 through 608.17.8.
(34) Section 712 Is amended by adding 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.
(35) Sections 714, 714.1 are amended to read as follows:
SECTION 714
ENGINEERED DRAINAGE DESIGN
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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.
(36) Section 802.4 Is amended by adding a sentence to read as follows:
No standpipe shall be installed below the ground.
(37) Section 904.1 is amended 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.
(38) Section 912.1 Is amended to read as follows:
912.1 Type of fixture. 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.
(39) Section 912.2 Is amended to read as follows:
912.2 Installation. The only vertical pipe of a combination drain and vent system shall be the
connection between the fixture drain of a standpipe, and the horizontal combination drain and
vent pipe. The maximum vertical distance shall be 8 feet (2438 mm).
(40) Section 1002.10 is deleted.
(41) Section 1003.1; is amended to read as follows:
Minimum construction standards for food service establishments are required when:
1. A new building is constructed and occupied;
2. Prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for an existing building which has not been
previously used as a food service establishment within the last six (6) months.
3. A change to a more restrictive class of food preparation occurs.
Heavy Food Preparation: shall mean any area in which foods are prepared utilizing a grill,
griddle, deep-fat fryer, 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
meat, poultry, fish or pork. Heavy food preparation includes but is not limited to: cafeterias, fast
food restaurant, full service restaurants, pizza preparation, and donut preparation. Meat and fish
markets, (et cetera). A minimum 750-gallon grease interceptor is required for heavy food
preparation establishments with seating capacity for 50 or more. A minimum 250-gallon grease
interceptor is required for heavy food preparation establishments with a seating capacity for less
than 50.
Light Food Preparation: shall mean any area in which foods are prepared exclusive of the use
of fryers, grills or similar 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, but is not limited to, sandwich shops, limited menu concession stands (et
cetera). A minimum 250-gallon grease interceptor is required for light food preparation
establishments with seating capacity for 50 or more. A minimum 40-pound grease trap is
required for light food preparation establishments with a seating capacity for less than 50.
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.
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(42) Section 1101.8 Is amended to read as follows:
1101.8 Cleanouts required. Cleanouts shall be installed in the building storm drainage
system... {remainder of section unchanged}...
(43) Section 1106.1 Is amended 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.
(44) Section 1107.3 Is amended to read as 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.
. . {remainder of section unchanged} . . . .
(45) Section 1202.1 Is amended by deleting Exception 2.
END
Amendments to the 2003 International Mechanical Code
(1) Section 102.8 Is amended 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 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.
(2) Section 302.3 Is amended to read as follows:
302.3 Cutting, notching and boring In wood framing. When permitted by the International
Building Code, the cutting, notching and boring of wood framing members shall comply with
Sections 302.3.1 through 302.3.4.
(3) Section 304.6 Is deleted.
(4) Section 304.9 Is amended to read as follows:
304.9 Clearances from grade. Equipment and appliances installed at grade level shall be
supported on a level concrete slab or other approved material extending above adjoining grade a
minimum of 3 inches (76 mm) or shall be suspended a minimum of 6 inches (152 mm) above
adjoining grade.
(5) Section 306.3 Is amended to read as follows:
306.3 Appliances In attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access shall be provided. . .
{bulk of paragraph unchanged} . . . from the opening to the appliance. The passageway shall
have continuous unobstructed solid flooring not less than 30 inches (762 mm) wide. A level
service space not less than 30 inches (762 mm) deep and 30 inches (762 mm) wide shall be
present at the front or service side of the appliance. 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 largest appliance. As a minimum, access to the attic
space shall be provided by one of the following:
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1. A permanent stair.
2. A pull down stair.
3. An access door from an upper floor level.
Exception: The passageway and level service space are not required where the
appliance is capable of being serviced and removed through the required opening.
(6) Section 306.5 Is amended to read as follows:
306.5 Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures. Where equipment and
appliances requiring access 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 8 feet
(2438 mm) to the finish grade or floor level below and shall ex1end to the equipment and
appliance's 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).
A receptacle outlet shall be provided at or near the equipment and appliance location in
accordance with the Electrical Code.
(7) Section 306 Is amended by adding Section 306.6.1 to read as follows:
306.6.1 Catwalk. On roofs having slopes greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal, a
catwalk at least 16 inches in width with substantial cleats spaced not more than 16 inches apart
shall be provided from the roof access to the working platform at the appliance.
(8)Sectlon 306 is amended by adding Section 306.7 to read as follows:
306.7 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.
306.7.1 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 306.3.1.
(9) Section 307.2.1 Is amended by changing the second sentence to read as follows:
307.2.1 Condensate disposal. Condensate from all cooling coils and evaporators shall be
conveyed from the drain pan outlet to an approved place of disposal. Condensate shall not
discharge into a street, alley, sidewalk, rooftop, or other areas so as to cause a nuisance.
(10) Section 307.2.2 Is amended 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,
ASS, CPVC or PVC pipe or tubing. All components shall be selected for the pressure
temperature, and exposure rating of the installation. {Remainder unchanged}
(11) Section 307.2.3 Is amended by adding item #4 to read as follows:
4. Discharge, as noted, shall be to a conspicuous point of disposal to alert occupants in the event
of a stoppage of the drain. However, the conspicuous point shall not create a hazard such as
dripping over a walking surface or other areas so as to create a nuisance.
(12) Section 401.5 Is amended by adding a second exception to read as follows:
Exceptions:
1. {existing exception unchanged}
2. Toilet room exhaust ducts may terminate in a warehouse or shop area when
infiltration of outside air is present.
(13) Section 403.2 Is amended by adding an exception to read as follows:
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Exception: Where the design professional demonstrates that an engineered ventilation
system is designed in accordance with ASHRAE 62, the minimum required rate of
outdoor air shall be permitted to be as specified in such engineered system design.
(14) Section 403.2.1 Is amended by adding an Item #4 to read as follows:
4. 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.
(15) Table 403.3, footnote g Is changed to read as follows:
g. Transfer air permitted in accordance with Section 403.2.2. Toilet rooms within private
dwellings that contain only a water closet, lavatory or combination thereof may be ventilated
with an approved mechanical re-circulating fan or similar device designed to remove odors
from the air.
(16) Section 501.2 Is amended to add a third except/on to read as follows:
Exceptions:
1. {existing exception unchanged}
2. {existing exception unchanged}
3. Toilet room exhaust ducts may terminate in a warehouse or shop area when
infiltration of outside air is present.
(17) Sect/on 504.6 Is amended to add a sentence to read as follows:
The size of duct shall not be reduced along its developed length nor at the point of termination.
(18) Sect/on 504.6.1 is amended to read as follows:
504.6.1 Maximum length. The maximum length of a clothes dryer exhaust duct shall not exceed
25 feet (7620 mm) from the dryer location to the outlet terminal with not more than two bends.
When extra bends are installed, the maximum length of the duct shall be reduced 2.5 feet (762
mm) for each 45-degree (0.79 rad) bend and 5 feet (1524 mm) for each 90-degree (1.6 rad) bend
that occur after the first two bends, measuring in the direction of airflow. The maximum length of
the exhaust duct does not include the transition duct.
{Exception is unchanged}
(19) Section 506.3.10 Is amended to read as follows:
506.3.10 Grease duct enclosure. A grease duct serving a Type I hood that penetrates a ceiling,
wall or floor shall be enclosed ... {bulk of paragraph unchanged}... through the use of weather-
protected openings. Clearance from the duct to the interior surface of enclosures of combustible
construction shall be not less than 18 inches (457 mm). Clearance from the duct to the interior
surface of enclosures of noncombustible construction or gypsum wallboard attached to
noncombustible structures shall be not less than 3 inches (76 mm) or more than 12 inches (305
mm). The duct enclosure shall serve a single grease exhaust duct system and shall not contain
any other ducts, piping, wiring or systems.
Delete second exception.
(20) Section 607.2.2 is amended to read as follows:
607.2.2 Hazardous exhaust ducts. Hazardous exhaust duct systems shall extend directly to
the exterior of the building and shall not extend into or through ducts and plenums. Penetration of
structural elements shall conform to this section and the International Building Code except that
fire dampers are not required at penetration of fire-resistance-rated assemblies.
(21) Section 607.5.1 Is amended 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 approved fire dampers
installed in accordance with their listing. Hazardous exhaust ducts shall not penetrate fire walls.
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END
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 fined 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.
SECTION 5. This ordinance shall become effective fourteen (14) days form the
date of its passage, 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 1f-h day of '- ge))1.hU1AAr,2006.
C~~JL
EULINE BROCK, MAYOR
ATTEST:
JENNIFER WALTERS, CITY SECRETARY
By"'~~~\J!l1 ~ 0
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM:
EDWIN M. SNYDER, CITY ATTORNEY
BY:
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