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Ordinance No. 1217ORDINANCE NO. 1217 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF. THE CITY OF VERNON AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF CHAPTERS 7, FIRE REGULATIONS AND 24, BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION, OF THE VERNON MUNICIPAL CODE, ALONG WITH AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE FOLLOWING CODES: (1) THE 2013 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE; 24 CCR PART 9; (2) THE 2013 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, 24 CCR PART 2; (3) THE 2013 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, 24 CCR PART 3 (4) THE 2006 EDITION OF THE ICC ELECTRICAL CODE ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS; (5) THE 2013 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE, 24 CCR PART 4; (6):THE.2013 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE, 24 CCR PART 5; (7) THE 2013 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE, 24 CCR PART 10; (8) THE 2012 INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE, (9) THE 2013 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, 24 CCR PART 2.5; (10) THE 2013 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE ALSO CALLED THE CALGREEN CODE, 24 CCR PART 11; (11) THE 2013 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE, 24 CCR PART 6; REPEALING ALL PRIOR ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT THEREWITH AND MAKING EXPRESS FINDINGS AND DETERMINATIONS THAT MODIFICATIONS TO SAID CODES ARE REASONABLY NECESSARY BECAUSE OF LOCAL CLIMATIC, GEOLOGICAL OR TOPOGRAPHICAL CONDITIONS. WHEREAS, the City of Vernon by Ordinance Nos. 1176 and 1177 adopted the following codes with certain modifications and changes, the 2010 California Fire Code, 2010 California Building Code, 2010 California Electrical Code, 2006 International Code Council Electrical Code Administrative Provisions, 2010 California Mechanical Code, 2010 California Plumbing Code, 2010 California Existing Building Code, and 2009 International Existing Building Code®; and WHEREAS, the City codified said Ordinance in Chapters 7 and 24 of the Vemon Municipal Code; and WHEREAS, every three years, the California Building Standards Commission ("Commission') adopts the California Building Standards Code ("CBSC) Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, which establish uniform standards for all occupancies in the state for the construction and maintenance of buildings, plumbing systems, mechanical systems, electrical systems and fire and life safety systems; and WHEREAS, since the passage of Ordinance Nos. 1176 and 1177, the Commission adopted a new edition of the CBSC which shall apply to all occupancies and become effective on January 1, 2014; and WHEREAS, California Health and Safety Code Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7, allow certain amendments to CBSC to be made by a local government provided express findings are made to show that such modifications or changes are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions; and WHEREAS, the amendments, deletions and.additions to the CBSC set forth in this Ordinance are based upon the express findings set forth herein; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Sections 50022.2 et seo. of the California Government Code, which authorizes the City to adopt the CBSC and other uniform and model codes, the City intends to adopt with amendments: (a) the 2006 Edition of the International Code Council Electrical Code Administrative Provisions, (b) Chapters A2 and A5 and repair criteria of the 2012 International Existing Building Code, published by the International Code Council, as the minimum seismic retrofit requirements for buildings of tilt -up and concrete frame construction types for those property owners who voluntarily propose to retrofit their buildings, and (c) the Uniform Code for Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, 1997 Edition, published by the International Conference of Building Officials which code was previously adopted in Ordinance No. 1073, remains unchanged, and shall be the standard for the repair of structures damaged_ during a disaster event; and WHEREAS, the administrative amendments to the CBSC provide for a Board of Appeals and authorize the City Council to determine the membership of said Board of Appeals; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Government Code Section 50022.3, the City Council on November 19, 2013, gave a first reading to this Ordinance and the titles of said codes to be adopted and standards, and a duly noticed public hearing was held on December 3, 2013, for the purpose of considering the adoption of said Codes. THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VERNON HEREBY ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Recitals. The City Council of the City of Vernon hereby finds and determines that all of the foregoing recitals are true and correct. SECTION 2. 2013 California Fire Code Adopted. The City of Vernon hereby adopts by reference the 2013 California Fire Code as published by the California Building Standards Commission, California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 9, including appendices A, B, BB, D, and H and all standards contained therein, including all applicable tables, indices, addenda and footnotes. Except as otherwise provided herein, or as later amended, said California Fire Code is hereby referred to and by such reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth. SECTION 3. 2013 California Building Code Adopted. The City of Vernon hereby adopts by reference the 2013 California Building Code, as published by the California Building Standards Commission, California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 2, Volumes 1 and 2, Appendices H and J, and all standards contained therein, including all applicable tables, indices, addenda and footnotes. Except as otherwise provided herein, or as later amended, said California Building Code is hereby referred to and by such reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth. SECTION 4. 2013 California Residential Code Adopted. The City of Vernon hereby adopts by reference the 2013 California Residential Code and Appendix G thereof, as published by the California Building Standards Commission, California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 2.5, including all of its tables, indices; appendices and footnotes. Except as otherwise provided herein, or as later amended, said California Residential Code is hereby referred to and by such reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth. SECTION 6. 2013 California Electrical Code Adopted. The City of Vernon hereby.adopts by reference the 2013 California Electrical Code, as published by the California Building Standards Commission, California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 3, including all of its tables, indices, appendices, addenda and footnotes. Except as otherwise provided herein, or as later amended, said California Electrical Code is hereby referred to and by such reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth. SECTION 6. 2006 International Code Council Electrical. Code Administrative Provisions Adopted. The City of Vernon hereby adopts by reference the2006 International Code Council Electrical Code Administrative Provisions, as published by the International Code Council Inc., including all of its tables, indices, appendices, addenda and footnotes. Except as otherwise provided herein or later amended, said International Code Council Electrical Code Administrative Provisions is hereby referred to and by such reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth. SECTION 7. 2013 California Plumbing Code Adopted. The City of Vernon hereby adopts by reference the 2013 California Plumbing Code, as published by the California Building Standards Commission, California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 5, including all of its tables, indices, appendices, addenda and footnotes. Except as otherwise provided herein, or as later amended, said California Plumbing Code is hereby referred to and by such reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth. SECTION 8. 2013 California Mechanical Code Adopted. The City of Vernon hereby adopts by reference the 2013 California Mechanical Code, as published by the California Building Standards Commission, California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 4, including all of its tables, indices, appendices, addenda and footnotes. Except as otherwise provided herein, or as later amended, said California Mechanical Code is hereby referred to and by such reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth. SECTION 9. 2013 California Existing Building Code Adopted. The City of Vernon hereby adopts by reference Appendix Chapter Al of the 2013 California Existing Building Code, as published by the California Building Standards Commission, California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 10, including all tables, indices, appendices, addenda and footnotes contained therein. Except as otherwise provided herein, or as later amended, said California Existing Building Code is hereby referred to and by such reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth. SECTION 10. 2012 International Existing Building Code Adopted. The City of Vernon hereby adopts by reference the 2012 International Existing Building Code, as published by the International Code Council, Inc., including all of its tables, indices, appendices, addenda and footnotes. Except as otherwise provided herein, or as later amended, said 2012 International Existing Building Code, is hereby referred to and by such reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth. SECTION 11 2013 California. Green Building Standards Code. Adopted. The City of Vernon hereby adopts by reference. the 2013 California Green Building Standards Code, also known as CALGreen Code, as published by the California Building Standards Commission, California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 11, including applicable tables, indices, appendices, - addenda and footnotes. Except as otherwise provided herein; or as later amended, said. California Green Building Standards Code is hereby referred to and by such reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth. The voluntary provisions in.Appendix Chapter A-4 and Chapter A-5 are not adopted as mandatory compliance features at this time. SECTION 12. 2013 California Energy Code Adopted. The City of Vernon hereby adopts by reference the 2013 California Energy Code, as published by the California Building Standards Commission, California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 6, including all of its tables, indices, appendices; addenda and footnotes. Except as otherwise provided herein, or as later amended, said California Energy Code is hereby referred to and by such reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth. SECTION 13. Section 7.10 of Chapter 7 of the Vernon Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 7.10. 2013 Catifornia Fire Code, adopted. The City of Vernon hereby adopts by reference the 2013 California Fire Code as published by the California Building Standards Commission, California.Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 9, including appendices A, B, BB, D, and H and all standards contained therein, including all applicable tables, indices, addenda and footnotes. Except as otherwise provided herein, or as later amended, said California Fire Code is hereby referred to and by such reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth and are hereby adopted by reference as the Fire Code of the City of Vernon. SECTION 14. Section 7.12 of Chapter 7 of the Vernon Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 7.12. Amendments, additions, and deletions. The 2013 California Fire Code is hereby amended as follows: (a) Section 104.7.2, technical assistance, of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code is hereby amended to add the following sentence to the end of the paragraph to read as follows When there is a fire, explosion, hazardous materials incident, or other potential life or serious property threatening situation, the fire code official can request the owner, occupant, or operator to hire a private fire protection or hazardous materials investigator, acceptable to the fire code official and at the expense of the owner or operator, to provide a full report of the incident, including, without limitation, such matters as origin, cause, circumstances or proposed solutions to the problem. (b) Section 104.12 is hereby added to Chapter 1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 104.12 False alarms. The fire code official is authorized to assess a service charge, as set forth by resolution, against the person owning or responsible for an alarm system when a fire department response occurs as a result of the third false alarm at the same address or location within any twelve month period, and for each subsequent false alarm thereafter, or against any person who intentionally, or in violation of the law reports, or causes to be reported, a false alarm to any department of the City of Vernon that an emergency exists requiring immediate or emergency response by the City of Vernon Fire Department. (c) Section 104.13 is hereby added to Chapter 1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 104.13 Vehicle/trailer creating hazard. Whenever it is determined by a fire code official or his representative that an unattended or attended vehicle/trailer parked or stopped upon any public street, road, alley, right-of-way, or upon private property, creates an immediate danger or fire hazard to itself, other vehicles, persons, or surrounding property, the fire code official shall request the local law enforcement agency to cause the removal of the vehicle/trailer to a safe location, and the local law enforcement agency shall cause the removal at the expense of the registered owner of the vehicle/trailer, and a notice of the removal shall be given to the registered owner as soon as feasible. (d) Section 104.14 is hereby added to Chapter 1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 104.14 Outside obstructions. No person shall park or place any material or vehicle in any established exit way, driveway, gateway, or alleyway between buildings that would hamper the ingress of fire equipment in case of a fire, explosion, hazardous materials incident, or other potential life or serious property threatening situation. When in the opinion of the fire code official or his representative, any driveway, gateway, or alleyway between buildings is so obstructed by objects, materials, or vehicles as to impede the ingress or egress of said way, it shall be removed immediately upon order of the fire code official or his representative. When such obstruction is a vehicle, it may be removed or impounded at the owner's expense and as prescribed by law. (e) Section 104.15 is hereby added to Chapter 1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 104.16 Fire safety officer. When in the opinion of the fire code official, it is necessary for the preservation of life and property, due to the hazardous nature of an event, production, operation, or function, the fire code official shall require the owner, agent, production company, or lessee to employ or cause the employment of one or more fire department safety officers to be on duty at such place during such activity. (0 Section 105.1.4 is hereby added to Chapter 1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 106.1.4 Investigation fees; work without a permit. Whenever any work, operation or action for which a permit is required by this code has been commenced without first obtaining said permit, an investigation shall be made before a permit may be issued for such work, An investigation fee, in addition to the permit fee, shall be collected whether or not a permit is then subsequently issued. The investigation fee shall be double the amount of the permit fee set forth in the fee schedule. The payment of such investigation fee shall not exempt any person from compliance with all other provisions of this code, nor from any penalty prescribed by law. (g) Section 105.1.1 is hereby added to Chapter 1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 105.1.1 Permits required. Permits required by this code shall be obtained from the fire code official. Issued permits shall be conspicuously displayed on the premises designated therein at all times and shall be readily available for inspection by code officials. Permit fees shall be as set forth in a fee schedule adopted by resolution by the City Council. (h) Section 105.6.25 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 106.6.25 Lumber yards, woodworking plants, and pallet storage. A permit is required for storage or processing of lumber exceeding 100,000 board feet (8,333ft3) (236m), or outside pallet storage in excess of 240 units and inside storage in excess of 64 units. (i) Section 105.6.48 is hereby added to Chapter 1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 106.6.48 General use permit. In addition to the permits required by Section 105.6, a general use permit shall be obtained from the fire code official for any activity or operation not specifically addressed in this article, which in the judgment of the fire code official, is possible or likely to produce conditions hazardous to life, or property. (j) Chapter 1, Section 105.7.15 is hereby added to Chapter 1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 106.7.16 High -piled storage. A construction permit is required for installation or modification of s high -piled combustible storage in racks. When using any building or portion thereof exceeding twenty-five hundred (2,500) square feet for high -piled combustible storage in racks, a floor plan showing the dimensions and location of the rack system shall be submitted with the application for such permits. (k) Section 105.7.16 is hereby added to Chapter 1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 106.7.16 Roof obstructions. A construction permit is required for installation of a roof photovoltaic system when constructed on a building's roof that covers more than 50% or 10,000 square feet of the total surface area whichever is less. Exceptions: 1. Buildings that are four or more stories in height and protected with an approved automatic fire extinguishing system throughout. 2. Non -habitable structures including but not limited to shade structures, private carports, solar trellises, etc. (1) Section 105.8 is. hereby added to Chapter 1 of the 2.013 Edition. of the California. Fire Code to read as follows: 105.8 Responsibility of permittee. Fire permits shall be presumed to incorporate the provision that the applicant, the applicant's agent, employees or contractors shall carry out the proposed work in accordance with the approved plans and with all requirements of this code and any other laws or regulations applicable thereto, whether specified or not. No approval shall relieve or exonerate any person from the responsibility of complying with the provisions and intent of this code. (m) Section 113.6 is hereby added to Chapter 1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 113.6 Fees for services, establishment; review. The fire code official is authorized to collect fees for services established or modified by resolution of the City Council. The fire code official shall review fees charged for such services at least annually and shall, with approval of the City Administrator, recommend changes to the council when costs for such services make it appropriate. (n) Section 113.7 is hereby added to Chapter 1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 113.7 Operational permit fees. The fee set forth and established for the particular activity by a resolution of the City Council shall accompany all operational permits required pursuant to the provisions of this code. (o) Section 113.8 is hereby added to Chapter 1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 113.8 Construction permit fees. Construction permit fees shall be paid at the time of the permit issuance. In addition to the permit fee, the applicant shall. pay, a plan check fee. The fee set forth and established for the particular activity by a"resolution of the City Council shall accompany all construction permits required pursuant to the provisions of this code. (p) Section 113.9 is hereby added to Chapter 1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 113.9 Re -inspection fee. Whenever an inspection is scheduled under Section 105.2.2 and the permittee is not ready for inspection and does not inform the fire code official or his delegate at least 2 hours prior to the scheduled inspection, a re -inspection fee may be assessed. (q) Section 114 is hereby added to Chapter 1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: SECTION 114—RESPONSIBILITY 114.1 Responsibility for costs. Persons who personally or through another, willingly, negligently, or in violation of law set a fire, allow a fire to be set, allow a fire kindled or attended by them to escape from their control, allow any hazardous material to escape from their control, neglect to properly comply with any written notice of the fire chief, or willfully or negligently allow the continuation of a violation of this code and amendments thereto, are liable for the direct and indirect expenses of fighting the fire, any investigation, or for direct and indirect expenses incurred during a hazardous materials incident. Such expenses shall be a charge against that person. Such charge shall constitute a debt of such person, and is collectible by the City in the same manner as in the case of an obligation under a contract, expressed or implied and a lien maybe attached. to the involved property. (r) The definitions of "awning," "false alarm," "fire chief," "fire code official," "fire safety officer," and "safety container' are hereby added to Section 202 of Chapter 2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code in alphabetical order to read as follows: AWNING. An architectural projection that provides weather protection, identity, or decoration and is wholly supported by the building to which it is attached. An awning is compromised of a lightweight frame structure over which a covering is attached. FALSE ALARM. The willful and knowing initiation or transmission of a signal, message or other notification of an event of fire when no such danger exists, or the activation of any fire alarm system due to malfunction, mechanical or electrical defect, improper operation or procedure by any person, or.a false oral or written report to any department of the City of Vernon that an emergency, exists requiring immediate or emergency response by the Vernon. Fire Department. FIRE CHIEF. -The chief officer of the fire department serving the jurisdiction or his/her designee FIRE CODE OFFICIAL. The fire chief or other member of the fire service appointed by the fire chief charged with the administration and enforcement of;this=de. - FIRE SAFETY OFFICER. A sworn member of the fire department serving.the jurisdiction assigned to preserve life and property at a location, due to the hazardous nature of the activity of an event, production, operation, or function. SAFETY CONTAINER. An approved container of not over 5 gallons capacity, having a self - closing lid and spout cover. (s) Section 304.1.1.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code is hereby added to read as follows: 304.1.1.1 Waste material near photovoltaic array system.. Accumulation of waste material shall not be permitted underneath nor within.10 feet from a mounted photovoltaic array system. (t) Section.311.2.2 Exceptions 1 and 2, of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code are hereby deleted. (u) Section 312.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 312.2 Guard posts. Guard posts shall comply with all of the following requirements: 1. Constructed of steel not less than 8 inches (204mm) in diameter and concrete filled. 2. Spaced no more than 4 feet (1219mm) between posts on center. 3. Set not less than 4 feet (1219mm) deep in a concrete footing of not less than 18 inches (457.2 mm) in diameter. 4. Set with the top of the posts not less than 4 feet (1219mm) above ground. 5. Located not less than 3 feet (914 mm) from the protected object. 6. Posts shall be painted safety yellow. (v) Section 315.4.3 is hereby added to Chapter 3 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 316.4.3 Pallet storage height and total accumulation for storage. Pallet storage in the open shall not exceed 15 feet (4,572 mm) in height and a total aggregate content not exceeding 6,750 cubic feet. Aisle separation of 15 feet (4,572 mm) is required before the next pile or stack is created. Storage of pallets in excess of 240 pallets requires a permit per Sec. 105.6.25. (w) Section 315.4.4 is hereby added to Chapter 3 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 316.4.4 Pallets. All pallets must be stacked so that there is visibility through the stacks to the adjacent aisles, or so organized to assure that no temporary living facilities or places of refuge are hidden from view. Pallets shall be stacked or piled with due regard to the stability of piles, and in no case higher than 15 feet (4,572 mm). (x) Section 315.4.4.1 is hereby added to Chapter 3 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 315.4.4.1 Clearance around pallets. Aisles between and around open pallet stacks shall be at least 15 feet (4,572 mm) in width and maintained free from accumulated rubbish, equipment, or other articles or materials. (y) Chapter 3, Section 315.4.4.2 is hereby added to Chapter 3 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 316.4.4.2 Pallet storage next to structure/awning. When pallets are stored near a structure/awning, the height of the storage shall be restricted to no higher than the structure/awning and cannot exceed the height of the structure/awning, or 15 feet (4,572 mm), whichever is less. (z) Section 503.2.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 503.2.1. Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 27 feet (8,229 mm) and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 15 feet (4,472 mm). (aa) . Section 505.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 605.1 Address identification. New and existing buildings shall have approved address numbers, building numbers or approved building identification placed in a position that is plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property. These numbers shall contrast with their background. Where required by the fire code official, address numbers shall be provided in additional approved locations to facilitate emergency response. Address numbers shall be a minimum of 12 inches high with a minimum width of 2 inches. Where access is by means of a private road and the building cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole or other sign or means shall be used to identity the structure. Address numbers shall be maintained. (bb) Section 507.5 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 607.6. Fire hydrant systems. When any portion of the facility or building protected is in excess of 150 feet from a water supply on a public street, as measured by an approved route around the exterior of the facility or building, on -site fire hydrants and mains capable of supplying the required fire flow shall be provided when required by the fire code official. (cc) Section 507.5.5 of the 2013 Edition ofthe California Fire Code is he amendIed.to read as follows: 507.6.5. Clear space around hydrants.'Clear space of 31 feet (9448.8 mm) in front of, 4 feet (914 mm) in rear of and 10 feet (3048 mm) on both sides shall be maintained around each onsite hydrant. (dd) Section 901.4.7 is hereby added to Chapter 9 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code read as follows: 901.4.7 Protection of fire protection systems and equipment. Fire protection systems and equipment subject to possible vehicular damage shall be adequately protected with guard posts in accordance with Section 312 Vehicle Impact Protection, and modifications adopted under this code. (ee) . Section 2404,2of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 2404.2. Location of spray -finishing operations. All inside or"outside spray=fini§king operations shall be conducted in an approved spray booth constructed in accordance with Section 2404. (fl) Section 5601.1 of the 2013 Edition of the,California Fire Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 6601.1. Prohibited and limited acts. Explosive materials shall not be manufactured, tested or stored within the limits of the City of Vernon. (gg) . Section 5704.2.9.6.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 5704.2.9.6.1. Locations where above -ground tanks are prohibited. Storage of Class I and Class II liquids in above ground tanks outside of buildings within the City of Vernon and in areas 1,000 feet (304,800 mm) or more.from the outside boundary of a kindergarten through 12t" grade public school shall be in approved containers not exceeding 10,000 gallons in size. In areas of a lot or parcel within 1,000 feet (304,800 mm) of the outside boundary of said school, the only Class I or Class If liquids approved for storage in above ground tanks is diesel fuel which shall be in approved containers and shall be limited to either two (2) 1,000 gallon tanks or one (1) 2,000 gallon tank. (hh) Section 6101.4 is hereby added to Chapter 61 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 6101.4 Inside storage or use. No LP -gases of any type or mixture shall be permitted inany occupancy either for sale, use or storage without approval of the fire code official. (ii) Section 6103.2.2.1 is hereby added to Chapter 61 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 6103.2.2.1 Portable containers on motorized equipment. The use of portable containers of LP -gas as motorized equipment fuel in occupancies is limited as follows: LP -gas fuel tanks on motorized equipment are limited to two per vehicle with a combined capacity not to exceed 50 pounds. Refilling of tanks shall not be permitted within the occupancy and shall be permitted only in approved locations determined by the fire code official. Section 6104.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 6104:1. Storage of liquefied petroleum gases. Storage and transportation of LP -gas and the installation and maintenance of pertinent equipment shall be in accordance with NFPA 58 and shall be subject to the approval of the fire code official. Storage is permitted within the limits of the City of Vernon except within 1,000 feet (304,800 mm) of a kindergarten through 12'" grade public school. Exception: Storage of LP -gas not exceeding 2,000 gallons per parcel in approved containers is permitted in all areas within the limits of the City of Vernon. (kk) Section 61,04.3.3is hereby added to Chapter 6.1 of,the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code to read as follows: . 6104.3.3 Tank orientation. Unless special protection is provided and approved by the fire code official, containers of LP -gas shall be oriented so that their longitudinal axes do not point toward other LP -gas containers, vital process equipment, control rooms, loading stations, flammable liquid storage tanks or required fire access roads. (II) Appendix C, of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code is hereby deleted. (mm) Section D103.1 of Appendix D of the 2013 Edition of the California Fire Code is hereby amended to read as follows: D103.1. Access road. The dimension of the fire access road turnarounds shall be in accordance with City of Vernon standards. SECTION 16. Section 7.11 of Chapter 7 of the Vernon Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows: (a) Whenever the word "jurisdiction" is used in the California Fire Code, it shall be held to mean the City. (b) Whenever the term "corporation Counsel" is used'in the California Fire Code, it shall be held to mean the attorney for the City. 10 SECTION 16. Section 7.12-1 of Chapter 7 of the Vernon Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 7.12-1. Enactment of penalty sections. All offenses set forth in this Article II shall be enforced pursuant to this Ordinance and section 1.8-1 of the Vernon Municipal Code. SECTION 17. Section 7.13 of Chapter 7 of the Vernon Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 7.13. Application for permit and issuance. All applications for permits to construct as required under the provisions of the California Fire Code shall be accompanied by plan check and permit fees established in a fee schedule adopted by the city council. (a) To obtain a permit, the applicant shall first file an application therefor in writing on a form furnished by the director of community services for that purpose. (b) Plans, engineering calculations, diagrams and other data shall be submitted in a minimum of four sets with each application for a permit. The director of community services may require plans and calculations to be prepared and designed by an engineer licensed by the State to practice as such. (c) Permit issuance shall be in accordance with the provisions of the California Building Code as adopted and may be amended by the City Council of the City of Vernon. SECTION 18. Section 24.10 of Article II of Chapter 24, Building and Construction, of the Code of the City of Vernon is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 24.10. 2013 California Building Code, adopted. The. City of Vernon hereby adopts by reference the 2013 California Building Code as published by the California Building Standards Commission, California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 2. Volumes 1 and 2, and Appendices H and J, and all standards contained therein, including all applicable tables, indices, addenda and footnotes. Except as otherwise provided herein, or as later amended, said California Building Code is hereby referred to. and by such reference.isincorporated herein as if fully set forth and is hereby adopted. by .as the Building Code of the.City of Vernon. SECTION 19. Section 24.11 of Article II of Chapter 24.the Vernon Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 24.11. Building Code amendments; additions, and deletions. The 2013 California Building Code is hereby amended as follows: (a) Section 105.8 is hereby added to Chapter 1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code to read as follows: 105.8 Responsibility of permittee. Building permits shall be presumed to incorporate the provision, that the applicant, the applicant's agent, employees or contractors shall carry out the proposed work in accordance with the approved plans and with all the requirements of the code and any other law or regulations applicable thereto, whether specified or not. No approval shall exonerate. any person from the responsibility of complying with the provisions or intent of the code. (b) Section 110.7 is hereby added to Chapter 1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code to read as follows: 110.7 Reinspection. A reinspection fee may be assessed for each inspection or reinspection when such portion of the work for which an inspection is called is not complete or when corrections called for are not made. Reinspection fees may be assessed when the inspection record card is not posted or otherwise available at the work site, the approved plans are not readily available to the inspector, for failure to provide access on the date and time for which the inspection is requested, or for deviating from the plans requiring the approval of the building official. In instances where reinspection fees have been assessed, the city may deny additional inspection of the work until the required fees are paid. (c) Section 111.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 111.1 Use and occupancy. No building or structure shall be used or occupied, and no change in the existing use or occupancy classification of a building or structure or portion thereof shall be made until the building official has issued a certificate of occupancy therefore as provided herein. 'Change in Use' shall include, but not be limited to, any change in occupancy classification or any change. of tenancy of a building for which a new business license or, certificate of occupancy is required under the Code of the City of Vernon. When determined by the building official that a special inspection is required to determine compliance with the Code of the City of Vernon or with this code for a certificate of occupancy, an inspection fee shall be paid as set forth by resolution of the City Council. Issuance of a certificate of occupancy shall not be construed as an approval of a violation of the provisions of the Code of the City of Vernon, of this code, or of any other ordinances of this jurisdiction. A certificate of occupancy which presumes to give authority to violate or cancel the provisionsof the Code of the City of Vernon, of this code, or of any other ordinance shall not be valid. Exception: Certificates of occupancy are not required for work exempt from permits under Section 105.2. A certificate of occupancy shall not be required for a change in Tenancy of a Group R Occupancy. (d) Section 1505.1 of the 2010 Edition of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 1605.1 Roof assembly requirements. The roof assembly on any structure regulated: by this code shall be as specified: in Table 1505.1 except that only fire retardant roof coverings meeting class A or B roofing assemblies: are permitted in the City of Vernon. Roof coverings required to be listed by this section shall be. tested in accordance with ASTM E 108.or UL 790. The roofing assembly includes the roof deck, underlayment, interlayment, insulation and covering, which is assigned a roof classification. Exception: Skylights and sloped glazing that comply with Chapter 24 or Section 2610. (e) Section 1507.3.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 1507.3.1 Deck requirements. Concrete and clay tile shall be installed only over solid structural sheathing boards. (f) Section 1613.6 is added to Chapter 16 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code to read as follows: 12 ., 1613.6 ASCE 7, 12.12.3 Modify ASCE 7 Equation 12.12-1 of Section 12.12.3 to read as follows: (12.12-1) where: C d = Deflection amplification factor in Table 12.2-1 of ASCE 7. smax = Maximum displacement defined in Section 12.8.4.3 of ASCE 7. Ie = Importance factor (g) Section 1613.7 is added to Chapter 16 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code to read as follows: 1613.7 ASCE 7, 12.2.3.1, Exception 3. Modify ASCE 7 Section 12.2.3.1 Exception 3 to read as follows: 3. Detached one- and two-family dwellings up to two stories in height of light frame construction. (h) Section 1613.8 is: hereby: added to Chapter 16 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code to read as follows: 1613.8 ASCE 7, Section 12.11.2.2.3. Modify ASCE 7, Section 12.11.2.2.3 to read as follows: 12.11.2.2.3 Wood Diaphragms. In wood diaphragms, the continuous ties shall be in addition to the diaphragm sheathing. Anchorage shall not be accomplished by use of toe nails or nails subject to withdrawal nor shall wood ledgers or framing be used in cross -grain bending or cross - grain tension. The diaphragm sheathing shall not be considered effective as providing ties or struts required by this section. For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F, wood diaphragms supporting concrete or masonry walls shall comply with the following: 1. The spacing of continuous ties shay not exceed 40 feet. Added chords of diaphragms may be used to form subdiaphragms to transmit the anchorage forces to the main continuous crossties. 2. The maximum diaphragm shear used to determine the depth of the subdiaphragm shall not exceed 75% of the maximum diaphragm shear. (i) Section I e13.9 is hereby added to Chapter 16 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code to read as follows: 1613.9 Seismic Design Provisions for Hillside Buildings. 1613.9.1 Purpose. The purpose of this section is to establish minimum.regulations for the design and construction of new buildings and additions to existing buildings when constructing such buildings on or into slopes steeper than one unit vertical in three units horizontal (33.3%). These regulations establish minimum standards for seismic force resistance to reduce the risk of injury or loss of life in the event of earthquakes. 1613.9.2 Scope. The provisions of this section shall apply to the design of the lateral - force -resisting system for hillside buildings at and below the.hase level diaphragm. The design of the laterakforce=resisting system above the base level diaphragm shall be in accordance with the provisions for seismic and wind. design as required elsewhere in this division; Exception: Non -habitable accessory buildings and decks not supporting or supported from the main building are exempt from these regulations. 13 1613.9.3 Definitions. For the purposes of this section certain terms are defined as follows: BASE LEVEL DIAPHRAGM is the floor at, or closest to, the top of the highest level of the foundation. DIAPHRAGM ANCHORS are assemblies that connect a diaphragm to the adjacent foundation at the uphill diaphragm edge. DOWNHILL DIRECTION is the descending direction of the slope approximately perpendicular to the slope contours. FOUNDATION is concrete or masonry which supports a building, including footings, stem walls, retaining walls, and grade beams. FOUNDATION EXTENDING IN THE DOWNHILL DIRECTION is a foundation running downhill and approximately perpendicular to the uphill foundation. HILLSIDE BUILDING is any building or portion thereof constructed on or into a slope steeper than one unit vertical in three units horizontal (33.3%). If only a portion of the building is supported on or into the slope, these regulations apply to the entire building. PRIMARY ANCHORS are diaphragm anchors designed for and providing a direct connection as described in Sections 1613.9.5 and 1613.9.7.3 between the diaphragm and the uphill foundation: SECONDARY ANCHORS are diaphragm anchors designed for and providing a redundant diaphragm to foundation connection, as described. in Sections 1613:9.6 and 1613.9.7.4. UPHILL DIAPHRAGM EDGE is the edge of the diaphragm adjacent and closest to the highest ground level at the perimeter of the diaphragm. UPHILL FOUNDATION is the foundation parallel and closest to the uphill diaphragm edge. 1613.9.4 Analysis and Design. 1613.9AA General. Every hillside building within the scope of this section shall be analyzed, designed, and constructed in accordance with the provisions of this code. When the code -prescribed wind design produces greater effects, the wind design shall govern, but detailing requirements and limitations prescribed in this and referenced sections shall be followed. 1613:9.4.2 Base Level Diaphragm -Downhill Direction. The following provisions shall apply to the seismic analysis and design of the connections for the base level diaphragm in the downhill direction: 1613.9.4.2.1 Base for Lateral Force Design Defined. For seismic forces acting in the downhill direction, the base of the building shall be the floor at or closest to the top of the highest level of the foundation. 1613.9.4.2.2 Base Shear. In developing the base shear for seismic design, the response modification coefficient (R) shall not exceed 5 for bearing wall and building frame systems. The total base shear shall include the forces tributary to the base level diaphragm including forces from the base level diaphragm. 1613 9.6 Base Shear Resistance -Primary Anchors._ 1613.9.5.1 General. The base shear in the downhill direction shall be resisted through primary anchors from diaphragm struts provided in the base level diaphragm to the 14 - foundation. 1613.9.5.2 Location of Primary Anchors. A primary anchor and diaphragm strut shall be provided in line with each foundation extending in the downhill direction. Primary anchors and diaphragm struts shall also be provided where interior vertical lateral -force - resisting elements occur above and in contact with the base level diaphragm. The spacing of primary anchors and diaphragm struts or collectors shall in no case exceed 30 feet (9144 mm). 1613.9.5.3 Design of Primary Anchors and Diaphragm Struts. Primary anchors and diaphragm struts shall be designed in accordance with the requirements of Section 1613.9.8. 1613.9.6.4 Limitations. The following lateral -force -resisting elements shall not be designed to resist seismic forces below the base level diaphragm in the downhill direction: 1. Wood structural panel wall sheathing, 2. Cement plaster and lath, 3. Gypsum wallboard, and 4. Tension only braced frames. Braced frames designed in accordance with the requirements.of. Section 2205.2.2 may: be used .to transfer forces.from the primary anchors and diaphragm struts to.the foundation provided lateral forces do not induce flexural stresses in any member of the frame or in the diaphragm struts. Deflections of frames shall account for the variation in slope of diagonal members when the frame is not rectangular. 1613.9.6. Base Shear Resistance -Secondary Anchors. 1613.9.6.1 General. In addition to the primary anchors required by Section 1613.9.5, the base shear in the downhill direction shall be resisted through secondary anchors in the uphill foundation connected to diaphragm struts in the base level diaphragm. Exception: Secondary anchors are. not required where foundations extending in the downhill direction spaced at not more than 30 feet (9144 mm).on center extend up to and are directly connected to the:base level diaphragm for at least 70% of the diaphragm depth. 1613.9.6.2 Secondary Anchor Capacity and Spacing. Secondary anchors at the base level diaphragm shall be designed for a.minimum force;equal to the baseshear" including forces tributary to the base level: diaphragm, but.not-less than:600 pounds per lineal foot (8.76: kNlm). The secondary anchors shall beuniformly distributed along the uphill . diaphragm edge and shall be spaced a maximum of four feet (1,21`9 mrn).on. center.. 1613.9.6.3 Design. Secondary anchors and diaphragm struts shall be designed in accordance with Section 1613.9.8. 1613.9.7 Diaphragms Below the Base Level -Downhill Direction. The following provisions shall apply to the lateral analysis and design of the connections for all diaphragms below the base level diaphragm in the downhill direction. 1613.9.7.1 Diaphragm Defined. Every floor•level below the base level diaphragm shall be designed as a diaphragm... 1613.9.7.2 Design Force. Each diaphragm below the base level diaphragm shall be designed for all tributary• loads at,that.level using .a minimum..seismic force factor not less than the base shear coefficient. 1613.9.7.3 Design Force Resistance -Primary Anchors. The design force described in Section 1613.9.7.2 shall be resisted through primary anchors from diaphragm struts provided in each diaphragm to the foundation. Primary anchors shall be provided and designed in accordance with the requirements and limitations of Section 1613.9.5. 1613.9.7.4 Design Force Resistance -Secondary Anchors. 1613.9.7.4.1 General. In addition to the primary anchors required in Section 1613.9.7.3, the design force in the downhill direction shall be resisted through secondary anchors in the uphill foundation connected to diaphragm struts in each diaphragm below the base level. Exception: Secondary anchors are not required where foundations extending in the downhill direction, spaced at not more than 30 feet (9144 mm) on center, extend up to and are directly connected to each diaphragm below the base level for at least 70% of the diaphragm depth. 1613.9.7.4.2 Secondary Anchor Capacity. Secondary anchors at each diaphragm below the base level diaphragm shall be designed for a. minimum force equal to the design force but not less than 300 pounds per lineal foot.(4.38 kN/m). The secondary anchors shall be uniformly distributed along the uphill diaphragm edge and shall be spaced a maximum of four feet (1219 mm) on center. 1613.9.7.4.3 Design. Secondary anchors and diaphragm struts shall be designed in accordance with Section 1613.9.8. 1613.9.8 Primary and Secondary Anchorage and Diaphragm Strut Design. Primary and secondary anchors and diaphragm struts shall be designed in accordance with the following provisions: 1. Fasteners. All bolted fasteners used to develop connections to wood. members shall be provided with square plate washers at all bolt heads and nuts. Washers shall be minimum 0,229 inch by. 3 inches.by 3 inches (5.82 mm:by 76 mm by.76.mm) in size. Nuts shall be tightened to finger tight plus one half (1/2) wrench turn prior to covering the framing. 2. Fastening. The diaphragm to foundation anchorage shall: not to accomplished by the use of toenailing, nails subject to withdrawal, or wood in cross -grain bending or cross -grain tension. . 3. Size of Wood Members. Wood diaphragm struts collectors, and other wood members connected to primary anchors shall not be less than three-inch (76 mm) nominal width. The effects of eccentricity on wood members shall be evaluated as required per Item 9. 4. Design. Primary and secondary anchorage, including diaphragm struts, splices, and collectors shall be designed for 125% of the tributary force. 5. Allowable Stress Increase. The allowable stress increase permitted under Section 1605.3.2 shall not be taken when the working (allowable) stress design method is used. 6. Steel Element of Structural Wall Anchorage System. The strength design forces for steel elements of the structural wall anchorage system, with the exception of anchor bolts,and reinforcing steel, shall be increased by 1.4 times the forces otherwise required. 7. Primary Anchors. The load path for primary anchors and diaphragm struts shall be fully developed into the diaphragm and into the foundation. The foundation must be shown to be adequate to resist the concentrated loads from the primary anchors. 8. Secondary Anchors. The load path for secondary anchors and diaphragm struts shall be fully developed in the diaphragm but need not be developed beyond the connection to the foundation. 9. Symmetry. All lateral force foundation anchorage and diaphragm strut connections shall be symmetrical. Eccentric connections may be permitted when demonstrated by calculation or tests that all components of force have been provided for in the structural analysis or tests. 10. Wood Ledgers. Wood ledgers shall not be used to resist cross -grain bending or cross -grain tension. 1613.9.9 Lateral -Force -Resisting Elements Normal to the Downhill Direction. 1613.9.9.1 General. In the direction normal to the downhill direction, lateral -force - resisting elements shall be designed in accordance with the requirements of this section. 1613.9.9.2 Base Shear. In developing the baseshearfor seismic design, the response modification coefficient (R) shall not exceed 5 for bearing wall and building frame systems. 1613.9.9.3 Vertical Distribution of Seismic Forces. For seismic forces acting normal to the downhill direction the distribution of seismic forces over the height of the building using Section 12.8.3 of ASCE 7 shall be determined using the height measured from the top of the lowest level of the building foundation. 1613.9.9.4 Drift Limitations. The story drift below the base level diaphragm shall not exceed 0.007 times the story height at strength design force level. The total drift from the base level diaphragm to the top of the foundation shall not exceed 3/4 inch (19 mm). Where the story height or the height from the base level diaphragm to the top of the foundation varies because of a stepped footing or story offset, the height shall be measured from the average height of the top of the foundation. The story drift shall not be reduced by the effect of horizontal diaphragm • stiffness. 1613.9.9.6 Distribution of Lateral Forces::. , 1613.9.9.6.1 General. The design lateral force shall be distributed to lateral -force -resisting elements of varying heights in accordance with the stiffness of each individual element: 1613.9.9.6.2 Wood Structural Panel Sheathed Walls. The stiffness of a stepped wood structural panel shear wall may be determined by dividing the wall into adjacent rectangular elements, subject to the same top of wall deflection. Deflections of shear walls may be estimated by AF&PA SDPWS Section 4.3.2. Sheathing and fastening requirements for the stiffest section shall be used for the entire wall. Each section of wall shall be anchored for shear and uplift at each step. The minimum horizontal. length of a step shall be eight feet (2438 mm) and the maximum vertical height of a step shall be two feet, eight inches (813 mm). 1613.9.9.5.3 Reinforced Concrete or Masonry Shear Walls. Reinforced concrete or masonry shear walls shall have forces distributed in proportion to the rigidity of each section of the wall. .. '17 _ 1613.9.9.6 Limitations. The following lateral force -resisting -elements shall not be designed to resist lateral forces below the base level diaphragm in the direction normal to the downhill direction: 1. Cement plaster and lath, 2. Gypsum wallboard, and 3. Tension -only braced frames. Braced frames designed in accordance with the requirements of Section 2205.2.2 of this Code may be designed as lateral -force - resisting elements in the direction normal to the downhill direction, provided lateral forces do not induce flexural stresses in any member of the frame. Deflections of frames shall account for the variation in slope of diagonal members when the frame is not rectangular. 1613.9.10 Specific Design Provisions. 1613.9.10.1 Footings and Grade Beams. All footings and grade beams shall comply with the following: 1. Grade beams shall extend at least 12 inches (305 mm) below the lowest adjacent grade and provide.a minimum 24-inch (010 mm) distance horizontally from. the bottom outside face of the grade beam to the face of the descending slope. 2. Continuous footings shall be reinforced with at least two No. 4 reinforcing bars at the top and two No. 4 reinforcing bars at the bottom. 3. All main footing and grade beam reinforcement steel shall be bent into the intersecting footing and fully developed around each corner and intersection. 4. All concrete stem walls shall extend from the foundation and reinforced as required for concrete or masonry walls. 1613.9.10.2 Protection Against Decay and Termites. All wood to earth separation shall comply with the following: 1. Where a footing or grade beam extends across a descending slope, the stem wall, grade beam, ;or footing shall extend up to a minimum 18 inches (457 mm) above the highest adjacent grade. Exception; At paved garage and doorway entrances to the building, the stem wall need only extend to the finished concrete slab, provided the wood framing is protected with a moisture proof barrier. 2. Wood ledgers supporting a vertical load of.more than 100 pounds per lineal foot (1.46 kN/m) and located within 48 inches (121:9 mm) of adjacent grade are prohibited. Galvanized steel. ledgers and. anchor,bolts,.with or without wood nailers, or treated or decay resistant sill plates supported on a concrete or masonry seat, may be used. 1613.9.10.3 Sill Plates. All sill plates and anchorage shall comply with the following: . 1. All wood framed walls, including nonbearing walls, when resting on a footing, foundation, or grade beam stem wall, shall be supported on wood sill plates bearing on a level surface. 2. Power -driven fasteners shall not be used to anchor sill plates except at interior nonbearing walls not designed as shear walls. . 1613.9.10.4 Column Basee, Plate Anchorage. The base of isolated wood posts (not framed into a -stud wall) supporting a vertical load of 4;000 pounds (17,8,RN) or more and the base plate for a steel column shall comply with the following: 1. When the post or column is supported on a pedestal extending above the top of a footing or grade beam, the pedestal shall be designed and reinforced as required for concrete or masonry columns. The pedestal shall be reinforced with a minimum of four No. 4 bars extending to the bottom of the footing or grade beam. The top of exterior pedestals shall be sloped for positive drainage. 2. The base plate anchor bolts or the embedded portion of the post base, and the vertical reinforcing bars for the pedestal, shall be confined with two No. 4 or three No. 3 ties within the top five inches (127 mm) of the concrete or masonry pedestal. The base plate anchor bolts shall be embedded a minimum of 20 bolt diameters into the concrete or masonry pedestal. The base plate anchor bolts and post bases shall be galvanized and each anchor bolt shall have at least two galvanized nuts above the base plate. 1613.9.10.6 Steel Beam to Column Supports. All steel beam to column supports shall be positively braced in each direction. Steel beams shall have stiffener plates installed on each side of the beam web at the column. The stiffener plates shall be welded to each beam flange and the beam web. Each brace connection or structural member shall consist of at Least two 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) ,diameter machine bolts, Q) Section 1613.10 is hereby added to Chapter.16 of the.2013 Edition of the California Building Code to read as follows: 1613.10 Suspended Ceilings. Minimum design and installation standards for suspended ceilings shall be determined in accordance with the requirements of Section 2506.2.1 of this Code and this section. 1613.10.1 Scope. This part contains special requirements for suspended ceilings and lighting systems. Provisions of Section 13.5.E of ASCE 7-10 shall apply except as modified herein. 1613.10.2 General. The suspended ceilings and lighting, systems shall be limited to 6 feet (1828 mm) below the structural deck unless the lateral bracing is.designed by a licensed engineer or architect: 161110.3 Sprinkler Heads. All sprinkler heads (drops) except fire,resistance-rated floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling assemblies, shall be designed to allow for free movement of the sprinkler pipeswith oversize. rings,, sleeves or adaptors through Ihe ceiling tile. Sprinkler heads and other penetrations shall have a 2 in. (50mm) oversize ring, sleeve, or adapter through the ceiling tile to allow for free movement of at least 1 in. (25mm) in all horizontal directions. Alternatively, a swing joint that can accommodate 1 in. (25mm) of ceiling movement in all horizontal directions is permitted to be provided at the top of the sprinkler head extension. Sprinkler heads penetrating fire -resistance -rated floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling assemblies shall comply with Section 714 of this Code. 1613.10.4 Special Requirements for Means of Egress. Suspended ceiling assemblies located along means of egress serving an occupant load of 30 or more shall comply with the following provisions. 1613.10.4.1 General. Ceiling suspension systems shall be connected and braced with vertical hangers attached directly to the structural deck along the means of egress serving an occupant load of 30 or more and at lobbies accessory to Group A Occupancies. Spacing of vertical hangers shall, not exceed 2.feet (610 mm) on center�along the entire length of the 19 suspended ceiling assembly located along the means of egress or at the lobby. 1613.10.4.2 Assembly Device. All lay -in panels shall be secured to the suspension ceiling assembly with two hold-down clips minimum for each tile within a 4-foot (1219 mm) radius of the exit lights and exit signs. 1613.10.4.3 Emergency Systems. Independent supports and braces shall be provided for light fixtures required for exit illumination. Power supply for exit illumination shall comply with the requirements of Section 1006.3 of this Code. 1613.10.4.4 Supports for Appendage. Separate support from the structural deck shall be provided for all appendages such as light fixtures, air diffusers, exit signs, and similar elements. (k) Section 1704.5 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows: 1704.5 Structural Observations. Where, required by theprovisions of Section 1704.5.1 or 1704.5.2, the owner shall employ a structural observer to perform structural observations as defined in Section 1702. The structural observer shall be one of the following individuals: 1. The registered design professional responsible for the: structural design, or 2. A registered design professional designated by the registered design professional responsible for the structural design. Prior to the commencement of observations, the structural observer shall submit to the building official a written statement identifying the frequency and extent of structural observations. The owner and owner's representative shall submit a written report to the building official certified by the structural observer, contractors, subcontractors and special inspectors under penalty of perjury that said persons have identified the specific major structural elements and connections that affect the vertical and lateral load resisting systems of the structure and that said persons have reviewed the scheduling of the required observations. Said specific major structural elements and connections and scheduling shall be submitted to the building official as an attachment to said written report. Any person observing such deficiencies shall promptly report same in writing to the owner or owner's representative; special inspector, contractor and the, building official. Upon the form prescribed by the building official, the structural observer shall submit to the building official a written statement at each significant construction stage stating that the site,visits have been made and identifying any reported deficiencies which, to the best. of the structural observer's knowledge, have not been resolved.. A final report by the structural observer which states. that all observed deficiencies have been resolved shall be required before acceptance of the work by the building official. (1) Section 1704.5.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows: 1704.5.1 Structural observations for seismic resistance. A report of the structural observations shall be provided to the building official by the structural observer for those structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F; where one or more of the following conditions exist: 1. The structure is classified. as Risk Category III or IV in accordance with Table 1604.5. 2. The height of the structure is greater than 75 feet (22860 mm) above the base. 3. The structure is classified as Risk Category I or II in accordance with Table 1604.5, and .. .20 - a lateral design is required for the structure or portion thereof. Exception: One-story wood framed Group R-3 and Group U Occupancies less than 2,000 square feet in area, provided the adjacent grade is not steeper than 1 unit vertical in 10 units horizontal (10% sloped), assigned to Seismic Design Category D. 4. When so designated by the registered design professional responsible for the structural design. 5. When such observation is specifically required by the building official. (m) Section 1705.3 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows: 1705.3 Concrete Construction. The special inspections and verifications for concrete construction shall be as required by this section and Table 1705.3. Exceptions: Special inspection shall not be required for: 1. Isolated spread concrete footings of buildings three stories or less above grade plane that are fully supported on earth or rock, where the structural design of the footing is based on a specified compressive strength, f'c, no greater than 2,500 pounds per square inch (psi) (1.7.2. Mpa),regardless of the compressive strength specified in the construction documents or used in, the footing construction. 2. Continuous concrete footings supporting wells of buildings three stories :or less in height that are fully supported on earth or rock where: 2.1. The footings support walls of light -frame construction; 2.2. The footings, are designed in accordance with Table 1805.4.2; or 2.3. The structural design of the footing is based on a specified compressive strength, fc, no greater than 2,500 pounds per square inch (psi) (17.2 Mpa), regardless of the compressive strength specified in the construction documents or used in the footing construction. 3. Nonstructural concrete slabs supported directly on the ground, including prestressed slabs on grade, where the effective prestress in the concrete is less than 150 psi (1.03 Mpa). 4. Concrete patios, driveways.and sidewalks, on grade.,,_ (n) Table, 1705.3 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code is hereby amended-to.read as follows: TABLE 1706.3 REQUIRED VERIFICATION AND INSPECTION OF CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION VERIFICATION AND CONTINUOUS PERIODIC . REFERENCE . IBC INSPECTION STANDARDe REFERENCE 1. Inspection of reinforcing ACI 318: 3.5, steel, including tendons, _ X . 7 1 7 7 1910.4 and placement 2. Inspection of reinforcing steel welding in AWS D1.4 accordance with Table - ACI: 318: 3.5.2 - 1705.2.2, Item 2b 3. Inspection of anchors X ACI 318: D.9.2 1908.5. cast in concrete where — 21 allowable loads have been increased or where strength design is used. 4. Inspection of anchors _ post -installed in X _ hardened concrete ACI members 318: D.9.2.4 a. Adhesive anchors installed in horizontally ACI 18:D.9.2 or upwardly inclined orientations to resist sustained tension loads. b. Mechanical anchors and adhesive anchors not defined in 4.a. 5..Verifying use of required _ X ACI: 318 Ch. 1904.2, design mix. 4, 5.2-5.4 1910.2, 1910.3 6. At the time fresh X _ ASTM C 172, 1910.10 concrete is sampled to ASTM C31, fabricate specimens for ACI 318: 5.6, strength tests, perform 5.8 slump and air content tests, and determine the temperature of the concrete. 7. Inspection of concrete X _ ACI 318: 5.9, 1910.6, and shotcrete placement 5.10 1910.7, for application 1910.8 techniques. 8. Inspection for _ X ACI 318: 5.11- 1910.9 maintenance of specified 5.13 curing temperature and techniques. 9. Inspection of prestressed concrete: X _ ACI 318: _ a. Application of 18:20 prestressing forces. b. Grouting of bonded ACI 318: prestressing tendons in X _ 18.18.4 the seismic force resisting system. 10. Erection of precast _ X ACI 318: Ch _ members. 16 11. Verification of in -situ _ X ACI 318: 6.2 _ concrete strength, prior to stressing of tendons in post tensioned concrete and prior to removal of shores and forms from beams and 22 structural slabs. 12. Inspect formwork for _ X ACI 318: 6.1.1 shape, location and _ dimensions of the concrete member being formed. For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm a. Where applicable, see also section 1705.11, Special inspections for seismic resistance. b. Specific requirements for special inspection shall be included in the research report for the anchor issued by an approved source in accordance with ACI 355.2 D.9.2 in ACI 318, or other qualification procedures. Where specific requirements are not provided, special inspection requirements shall be specified by the registered design professional and shall be approved by the building official prior to the commencement of the work. (o) Section 1705.11 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 1765.11 Special inspections for seismic resistance. Special inspections itemized in Sections 1705.11.1 through 1705,11.8, unless exempted by the exceptions of Section 1704.2, are required for the following: 1. The seismic force -resisting systems in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category C, D, E or F in accordance with Sections 1705.11.1 through 1705.11.3, as applicable. 2. Designated seismic systems in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category C, D, E or F in accordance with Section 1705.11.4. 3. Architectural, mechanical and electrical components in accordance with Sections 1705.11.5 and 1705.11.6. 4. Storage racks in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F in accordance with Section 1705.11.7.. 5. Seismic isolation systemsin accordance with Section-1705.11.8. Exception: Special inspections itemized in Sections 1705.11.1 through 1705.11.8 are not required for structures designed and constructed in accordance with one of the following: 1. The structure consists of light -frame construction; the design spectral response acceleration at short periods, SDS, as determined in Section 1613.3.4, does not exceed 0.5; and the:building height of the structure does not exceed 35. feet (10 668 mm) 2. The seismic force -resisting system of the structure consists of reinforced masonry or reinforced concrete; the design spectral response acceleration at short periods, Sos, as determined in Section 1613.3.4, does not exceed 0.5; and the building height of the structure does not exceed 25 feet (7620, mm) 3. The structure is a detached one- or two-family dwelling not exceeding two stories above grade plane, is not assigned to Seismic Design Category D E or F and does not have any of the following horizontal or vertical irregularities in accordance with Section 12.3 of ASCE 7: 3.1 Torsional or extreme torsional irregularity. 3.2 Nonparallel systems irregularity. 3.3 Stiffness -soft story or stiffness -extreme soft story irregularity. 3.4 . Discontinuity.in lateral strength -weak story irregularity:. (p) Section 1711.1.1 of the 201.3,Edition of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: , 23 - 1711.1.1 General. The vertical load -bearing capacity, torsional moment capacity and deflection characteristics of joist hangers shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D 1761 and ASTM D 7147 as specified below using lumber having a specific gravity of 0.49 or greater, but not greater than 0.55, as determined in accordance with AF&PA NDS for the joist and headers. Exception: The joist length shall not be required to exceed 24 inches (610 mm). (q) Section , 1711.1.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 1711.1.2 Vertical load capacity for joist hangers. The vertical load -bearing capacity for the joist hanger shall be determined by testing a minimum of three joist hanger assemblies as specified in ASTM D 1761 or ASTM D 7147. If the ultimate vertical load for any one of the tests varies more than 20 percent from the average ultimate.vertical load, at least three additional tests shall be conducted. The allowable vertical load -bearing of the joist hanger shall be the lowest value determined from the following: 1. The lowest ultimate vertical load for a single hanger from any test divided by three (where three tests are conducted and each ultimate vertical load does not vary more than 20 percent from the average ultimate vertical load). . 2. The average ultimate vertical load fora single hanger from all tests divided by three: (where six or more tests are conducted). 3. The average from all tests of the vertical loads that produce a vertical movement of the joist with respect to the header of 1/8 inch (3.2 mm). 4. The sum of the allowable design loads for nails or other fasteners utilized to secure the joist hanger to the wood members and allowable bearing loads that contribute to the capacity of the hanger. 5. The allowable design load for the wood members forming the connection. (r) The reference standards in Chapter 35 for ASTM in the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: Amend the. Reference Standards.in. Chapter 35 for ASTM as follows: Test Method for Mechanical Fasteners in Wood 1711.1.1 D 1761-88(2000.) 1711.1.2 e1 1711.1.3 D 7147-05 Standard Specification for Testing and Establishing 1711.1.1 Allowable Loads of Joist Hangers 1711.1.2 (s) Section 1807.1.4 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 1807.1.4 Permanent wood foundation systems. Permanent wood foundation systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with AF&PA PWF. Lumber and plywood shall be treated in accordance with AWPA U1 (Commodity Specification A, Use Category 46 and Section 5.2) and shall be identified in accordance with Section 2303.1.8.1. Permanent wood foundation systems shall not be used for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F. (t) Section 1807.1.6.of the 2013 Edition.of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 1807.1.6 Prescriptive design of concrete and masonry foundation walls. Concrete and masonry foundation walls that are laterally supported at the top and bottom shall be permitted to be designed and constructed in accordance with this section. Prescriptive design of foundation walls shall not be used for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F. (u) Section 1809.3 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 1809.3 Stepped footings. The top surface of footings shall be level. The bottom surface of footings shall be permitted to have a slope not exceeding one unit vertical in 10 units horizontal (10-percent slope). Footings shall be stepped where it is necessary to change the elevation of the top surface of the footing or where the surface of the ground slopes more than one unit vertical in 10 units horizontal (10-percent slope). For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F, the stepping requirement shall also apply to the top surface of grade beams supporting walls. Footings shall be reinforced with four No. 4 rebar. Two bars shall be place at the top and bottom of the footings as shown in Figure 1809.3. aoca�No, a> ro M1 $tEPMF0t780, 710198 FIGURE 1809.3 STEPPED FOOTING (v) Section 1809.7 and Table 1809.7 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 1809.7 Prescriptive footings, for' light -frame construction. Where a specific design is not provided, concrete or masonry -unit footings supporting walls of light -frame construction shall be permitted to be designed in accordance with Table 1809.7. Prescriptive footings in Table 1809.7 shall not exceed one story above grade plane for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F. TABLE 1809.7 PRESCRIPTIVE FOOTINGS SUPPORTING WALLS OF LIGHT -FRAME CONSTRUCTION a, b, c, d, e NUMBER OF FLOORS WIDTH OF SUPPORTED BY THE FOOTING THICKNESS OF FOOTING' inches FOOTING inches 1 12 6 2 15 6 25 3 1 18 1 8 For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 foot = 304.8 mm a. Depth of footings shall be in accordance with Section 1809.4. b. The ground under the floor shall be permitted to be excavated to the elevation of the top of the footing. c. Not Adopted. d. See Section 1908 for additional requirements for concrete footings of structures assigned to Seismic Design Category C, D, E or F. e. For thickness of foundation walls, see Section 1807.1.6. f. Footings shall be permitted to support a roof addition to the stipulated number of floors. Footings supporting roof only shall be as required for supporting one floor g. Not Adopted. (w) Section 1809.12 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 1809.12 Timber footings. Timber footings shall be permitted for buildings of Type V construction and as otherwise approved by the building official. Such footings shall be treated in accordance with AWP.A UT (Commodity Specification A, Use Category 46). Treated timbers are not required where placed entirely below permanent water level, or where used as capping for wood piles that project above the water level over submergedor marsh lands. The compressive stresses perpendicular to grain in untreated timber footing supported upon treated piles shall not exceed 70 percent of the allowable stresses for the species and grade of timber as specified in the AF&PA NDS. Timber footings shall not be used in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F. (x) Section 1810.3.2.4 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 1810.3.2.4 Timber. Timber deep foundation elements shall be designed as piles or poles in accordance with AF&PA NDS. Round timber elements shall conform to ASTM D 25. Sawn timber elements shall conform to DOC PS-20. Timber shall not be used in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F. (y) Section 1905.1..3 of the 2013 Edition of the California -:Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 1905.1.3 ACI 318, Section 21.4. Modify ACI 318, Section.21 A, by renumbering Section 21.4.3 to become 21.4.4 and adding new Sections 21.4.3, 21.4.5, 21.4.6 and 21.4.7 to read as follows: 21.4.3 — Connections that are designed to yield shall be capable of maintaining 80 percent of their design strength at the deformation induced by the design displacement or shall use Type 2 mechanical splices. 21.4.4 — Elements of the connection that are not designed to yield shall develop at least 1.5 Sy. 21.4.5 — In structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F, intermediate precast wall panels and wall piers shall be designed in accordance with Section 21.9 or 21.13. 21.4.6 Wall piers not.designed as part of a moment frame in. buildings assigned to Seismic Design Category C shall have transverse reinforcement; designed to resist the shear forces determined from 21.3.3. Spacing of transverse reinforcement shall not exceed 8 inches (203 mm). Transverse reinforcement shall be extended beyond the pier clear height for at least 12 inches (305 mm). 26 Exceptions: 1. Wall piers that satisfy 21.13. 2. Wall piers along a wall line within a story where other shear wall segments provide lateral support to the wall piers and such segments have a total stiffness of at least six times the sum of the stiffnesses of all the wall piers. 21.4.7 — Wall segments with a horizontal length -to -thickness ratio less than 2.5 shall be designed as columns. (z) Section 1905.1.8 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 1905.1.8 ACI 318, Section 22.10. Delete ACI 318, Section 22.10, and replace with the following: 22.10 — Plain concrete in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category C, D, E or F. 22.10.1 — Structures assigned to Seismic Design Category C, D, E or F shall not have elements of structural plain concrete, except as follows: (a) Concrete used for fill with a minimum cement content of two (2) sacks of Portland cement or cementious material per cubic yard. (b) Isolated footings of plain concrete supporting pedestals or columns are permitted, provided the projection of the footing beyond the face of the supported member does not exceed the footing thickness. (c) Plain concrete footings supportingwalls are permitted provided the footings have at least two continuous longitudinal reinforcing bars. Bars shall not be smaller than No. 4 and shall have a total area of not less than 0.002 times the gross cross -sectional area of the footing. A minimum of one bar shall be provided at the top and bottom of the footing. Continuity of reinforcement shall be provided at corners and intersections. In detached one- and two-family dwellings three stories or less in height and constructed with stud -bearing walls, are permitted to have plain concrete footings with at least two continuous longitudinal reinforcing bars not smaller than No. 4 are permitted to have a total area of less than 0.002 times the gross cross -sectional area of the footing.. (aa) Section 1905.1 is amended. and,Sections 1905.1.10 thru 1905.1.12 are added to Chapter 19 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code to read as follows.: 1905.1 General. The text -of ACI 318 shall, be modified as indicated, in Sections 1905.11 through 1905.1.12. . 1905.1..10 ACI 31.8, Section 21 .6,4. Modify ACI 318, Section 21.6.4, by adding Section 21.6.4.8 and 21.6.4.9 as follows: , 21.6.4.8 Where the calculated point of contraflexure is not within the middle half of the member clear height, provide transverse reinforcement as specified in ACI 318 Sections 21.6.4.1, Items (a) through (c), over the full height of the member. 21.6.4.9 — At any section where the design strength, (PP,,, of the column is less than the sum of the shears V. computed in accordance with ACI 318 Sections 21.5.4.1 and 21.6.5.1 for all the beams framing into the column above the level under consideration, transverse reinforcement as specified in ACI 318 Sections 21.6.4.1 through 21.6.4.3 shall be provided. For beams framing into opposite sides of the column, the moment components are permitted to be assumed tobeof opposite sign. For the determination of the,d'esign>strength,,:(PPh, Hof the column, these moments are permitted to be assumed to result from the deformation of the frame in any one principal axis. 27 1906.1.11 ACI 318, Section 21.9.4. Modify ACI 318, Section 21.9.4, by adding Section 21.9.4.6 as follows: 21.9.4.6 — Walls and portions of walls with Pu > 0.35Po shall not be considered to contribute to the calculated shear strength of the structure for resisting earthquake -induced forces. Such walls shall conform to the requirements of ACI 318 Section 21.13. follows: 1905.1.12 ACI 318, Section 21.11.6. Modify ACI 318, by adding Section 21.11.6.1as 21.11.6.1 Collector and boundary elements in topping slabs placed over precast floor and roof elements shall not be less than 3 inches (76 mm) or 6 db in thickness, where db is the diameter of the largest reinforcement in the topping slab. (bb) Section 2304.9.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 2304.9.1 Fastener requirements. Connections for wood members shall be designed in accordance with the appropriate methodology in Section. 23012:The, number and size of fasteners connecting wood members shall not be less than that set forth in Table 2304.9.1. Staple fasteners in Table 2304.9.1 shall not be used to resist or transfer seismic forces in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F. Exception: Staples may be used to resist or transfer seismic forces when the allowable shear values are substantiated by cyclic testing and approved by the building official. (cc) Section 2304.11.7 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 2304.11.7 Wood used in retaining walls and crib walls. Wood installed in retaining or crib walls shall be preservative treated in accordance with AWPA U1 (Commodity Specifications A or F) for soil and fresh water use. Wood shall not be used in retaining or crib walls for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F. (dd) Section 2305.4 is added to Chapter 23 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code to read as follows: 2305.4 Quality of Nails. In Seismic Design Category D, E or F, mechanically driven nails used in wood structural panel shear walls shall meet the same dimensions as that required for hand - driven nails, including diameter, minimum length and minimum head diameter. Clipped head or box nails are not permitted in new construction. The allowable design value for clipped head nails in existing construction may be taken at no more than the nail -head -area ratio of that of the same size hand -driven nails. (ee) Section 2305.5 is hereby added to Chapter 23 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code to read as follows: 2305.6 Hold-down connectors. In Seismic Design Category D, E or F, .hold-down connectors shall be designed to resist shear wall overturning moments using approved cyclic load values or 75 percent of the allowable seismic load values that do not consider cyclic loading of the product. Connector bolts into wood framing shall require steel plate washers on the post on the opposite side of the anchorage. device. Plate size shall be a minimum of 0.229 inch by inches by 3 inches (5,82 mm by 76 mm by 76 mm) in size. Hold-down connectors shall be tightened to finger tight plus one half (1/2) wrench turn just prior to covering the wall framing. .28 (ff) Section 2306.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 2306.2 Wood -frame diaphragms. Wood -frame diaphragms shall be designed and constructed in accordance with AF&PA SDPWS. Where panels are fastened to framing members with staples, requirements and limitations of AF&PA SDPWS-shall be met and the allowable shear values set forth in Table 2306.2(1) or 2306.2(2) shall only be permitted for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category A, B, or C. Exception: Allowable shear values where panels are fastened to framing members with staples may be used if such values are substantiated by cyclic testing and approved by the building official The allowable shear values in Tables 2306.2(1) and 2306.2(2) are permitted to be increased 40 percent for wind design. Exception: [DSA-SS, DSA-SS/CC and OSHPD 1, 2 &4] Wood structural panel diaphragms using staples as fasteners are not parmitted by DSA and OSHPD. Wood structural panel diaphragms used to resist seismic forces in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F shall be applied directly to the framing members. Exception: Wood structural panel diaphragms are permitted to. be fastened over solid lumber planking or laminated decking, provided the panel joints and lumber planking or laminated decking joints do not coincide. (gg) Section 2306.3 is amended in Chapter 23 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code to read as follows: 2306.3 Wood -frame shear walls. Wood -frame shear walls shall be designed and constructed in accordance with AF&PA SDPWS. For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F, application of Tables 4.3A and 4.3B of AF&PA SDPWS shall include the following: 1. Wood structural panel thickness for shear walls shall not be less than 3/8 inch thick and studs shall not be spaced at more than 16 inches on.center. 2. The maximumnominal unit shear capacities for 3/8 inch wood structural panels resisting seismic forces in structures assigned to Seismic Design, Category D, E or F is 400 pounds per linear foot (plf). Exception: Other nominal unit shear capacities may be permitted if such values are substantiated by cyclic testing and approved by. the. building official. 3. Where shear design values using.,allow stress design (ASD) exceed 350 plf or load and resistance factor design (LRFD) exceed 500 plf, all. framing members receiving edge nailing from abutting panels shall not be less than a single 3-inch nominal member, or two 2-inch nominal members fastened together in accordance with Section 2306.1 to transfer the design shear value between framing members. Wood structural panel joint and sill plate nailing shall be staggered at all panel edges. See Section 4.3.6.1 and 4.3.6.4.3 of AF&PA SDPWS for sill plate size and anchorage requirements. 4. Nails shall be placed not less than 1/2 inch in from the panel edges and. not less than 3/8 inch from the edge of the connecting members for shear greater than 350 plf using ASD or 500 plf using LRFD. Nails shall be placed not less than 3/8 inch from panel edges and not less than 1/4 inch from the edge of the connecting members for shears of 350 plf or less using ASD or 500 plf or less using LRFD. . 5. Table 4.3B application is not allowed for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F. For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, application of Table 4.3C of AF&PA SDPWS shall not be used below the top level in a multi -level building for structures. Where panels are fastened to framing members with staples, requirements and limitations of .29 _ AF&PA SDPWS shall be met and the allowable shear values set forth in Table 2306.3(1), 2306.3(2) or 2306.3(3) shall only be permitted for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category A, B, or C. Exception: Allowable shear values where panels are fastened to framing members with staples may be used if such values are substantiated by cyclic testing and approved by the building official. The allowable shear values in Tables 2306.3(1) and 2306.3(2) are permitted to be increased 40 percent for wind design. Panels complying with ANSI/APA PRP-210 shall be permitted to use design values for Plywood Siding in the AF&PA SDPWS. Exception: [DSA-SS 7DSA-SS/CC and OSHPD 1, 2 &4] Wood structural panel shear walls using staples as fasteners are not permitted by DSA and OSHPD. (hh) Section 2307.2 is added to Chapter 23 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code to read as follows: 2307.2 Wood -frame shear walls. Wood -frame shear walls shall be designed and constructed in accordance with Section 2306.3 as applicable. (ii) Section 2308.3.4 of the 2013 Edition of the -California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 2308.3.4 Braced wall line support. Braced wall lines shall be supported by continuous foundations. Exception: For structures with a maximum plan dimension not over 50 feet (15240 mm), continuous foundations are required at exterior walls only for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category A, B, or C. 0) Section 2308.9.3.1, Section 2308.9.3.2 and Figure 2308.9.3.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code are hereby amended to read as follow: 2308.9.3.1 Alternative bracing. Any bracing required by Section 2308.9.3 is permitted to be replaced by the following: 1. In one-story buildings, each panel shall have a length; of not less than 2 feet 8 inches (813 mm) and a height of not more than 10 feet (3048 mm). Each panel shall be sheathed on one face with 3/8-inch-minimum-thickness (9.5 mm) wood structural panel sheathing nailed with 8d common or galvanized box nails in accordance with Table 2304.9.1 and blocked at wood structural panel edges. For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D or E, each panel shall be sheathed on one face with 15/32-inch- minimum-thickness (11.9 mm) wood structural panel sheathing nailed with 8d common nails spaced 3 inches on panel edges, 3 inches at intermediate supports. Two anchor bolts installed in accordance with Section 2308.6 shall be provided in each panel. Anchor bolts shall be placed at each panel outside quarter points. Each panel end stud shall have a tie -down device fastened to the foundation, capable of providing an approved uplift capacity of not less -than 1,800 pounds (8006 N). The tie -down device shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. The panels shall be supported directly on a foundation or on floor framing supported directly on a foundation that is continuous across the entire length of the braced wall line. This foundation shall be reinforced with not less than one No..4. bar top and bottom. Where the continuous foundation, is. required to have a depth. greater than 12 inches (305 mm), a minimum 12-inch by12-inch (305 mm by305 mm) continuous footing or turned down slab edge is,permitted at door openings.in the braced wall line. This continuous. 30 footing or turned down slab edge shall be reinforced with not less than one No. 4 bar top and bottom. This reinforcement shall be lapped 15 inches (381 mm) with the reinforcement required in the continuous foundation located directly under the braced wall line. In the first story of two-story buildings, each wall panel shall be braced in accordance with Section 2308.9.3.1, Item 1, except that the wood structural panel sheathing shall be provided on both faces, three anchor bolts shall be placed at one -quarter points, and tie -down device uplift capacity shall not be less than 3,000 pounds (13 344 N). (kk) Section 2308.9.3.2 and Figure 2308.9.3.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code are hereby amended to read as follow: 2308.9.3.2 Alternate bracing wall panel adjacent to a door or window opening. Any bracing required by Section 2308.9.3 is permitted to be replaced by the following when used adjacent to a door or window opening with a full-length header: 1. In one-story buildings, 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 (9.5 mm) minimum :thickness wood structural panel sheathing .nailed with 8d,common orgalvanized box nails in accordance with Figure 2308.9.3.2. For structures assigned to Seismic, Design.Category.D or E, each panel shall be sheathed on one face with 15/32-inch-minimum-thickness (11.9 mm) wood structural panel sheathing nailed with 8d common nails spaced 3 inches on panel edges, 3 inches at intermediate supports and in accordance with Figure 2308.9.3.2. The wood structural panel sheathing shall extend up over the solid sawn or glued -laminated header and shall be nailed in accordance with Figure 2308.9.3.2. A built-up header consisting of at least two 2 X 12s and fastened in accordance with Item 24 of Table 2304.9.1 shall be permitted to be used. A spacer, if used, shall be placed on the side of the built-up beam opposite the wood structural panel sheathing. 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 6 feet (1829 mm) and not more than 18 feet ,(5486,mm) in length. A, strap with an uplift capacity of not less than., 1,000 pounds (4,400 N) shall fasten the header to the inner studs opposite the sheathing. One anchor bolt not less -than, 5/8. inch (1,5.9 mm) diameter and installed in accordance with Section,2308:6.shall be provided in the center of each sill plate. The studs at each end of the•,panel shall have a tie -down device fastened to.the foundation with :an uplift capacity of not less than 4,20Q pounds. (18.480_N). Where a panel is located on one side of the opening,.the. header shall extend between the inside face of the first full-length stud of the panel and the bearing studs at the other end of the opening. A strap with an uplift. capacity of not less than 1,000 pounds (4400 N) shall fasten the header to the bearing studs. The bearing studs shall also have a tie - down device fastened to the foundation with an uplift capacity of not less than 1,000 pounds (4400 N). The tie -down devices shall be an embedded strap type, installed in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. The panels shall be supported directly on a foundation that is continuous across the entire length of the braced wall line. This foundation shall be reinforced with not less than one No. 4 bar top and bottom. Where the continuous foundation is. required to have a depth greater than 12 inches (305 mm), a minimum 12-inch, by 12-inch (305 mm by 305 mm) continuous footing or turned down slab edge is permitted, at door openings in the,braced wall line. This continuous footing.or turned r down -slab edge shall be reinforced with not.less than one No. 4 bar top and bottom. This reinforcement shall.be lapped not. law than ,15 inches (381 mm) with the reinforcement required in the,continuous foundation, located directly under the braced wall line... . 31 2. In the first story of two-story buildings, each wall panel shall be braced in accordance with Item 1 above, except that each panel shall have a length of not less than 24 inches (610 mm). 32 EXTENT OF HEADER DOUBLE PORTAL FRAME (TWO BRACED WALL PANELS) EXTENT OF HEADER PORTAL FRAME (ONE BRACED WALL PANEL) MIN. Sax 11.2W NET HEADER FASTEN TOP PLATE TO HEADER WITH TWO ROWS OF 16D SINKER NAILS AT 3" O.C. TYR 1000 LS STRAP OPPOSITE SHEATHING 1000 LS STRAP :.� I•. ' FASTEN SHEATHING TO.HEADER WITH BD COMMON OR GALVANIZED BOX NAILS IN 3" GRID PATTERN AS SHOWN AND MAX' I. • 3" O.C. IN ALL FRAMING (STUDS, BLOCKING, AND SILLS) TYP. HEIGHT 10• • •` MIN. WIDTH ar 16a FOR ONE STORY STRUCTURES MIN. WIDTH = 24' FOR USE IN THE FIRST OF TWO STORYSTRUCTURES •• MIN. 2X4 FRAMING MIN .. . aV MIN. THICKNESS WOOD DOUBLE STRUCTURAL PANEL SHEATHING ° 2c4 POST MIN. 4200 LB TIE -DOWN DEVICE (EMBEDDED INTO CONCRETE AND NAILED INTO FRAMING) SEE SECTION 2308.9.3.2 TYPICAL PORTAL FRAME CONSTRUCTION FOR A PANEL SPLICE - (IF NEEDED), PANEL EDGES SHALL BE BLOCKED, AND OCCUR WITHIN 24' OF MID - HEIGHT. ONE ROW OF TYR SHEATHING -TO - FRAMING NAILING IS REQUIRED. IF 2X4 BLOCKING IS USED, THE 2X4'S MUST SE NAILED TOGETHER WITH 3 16D SINKERS MIN. 1000 LB TIE DOWN DEVICE For SI: I foot = 304.9 ou n; 1 inch = 25.4 mm; I pound =:4.449 N. . . a. For smuehlres eselgnedto Selsmle Design or E ahlipNeUan one FSes_WIN 15lJT Ineninlnlmlim-gdcNna¢e (114 mnd Wood ehucNnel parwl eheaNing nailed with N common nails spaced B luhes on pawl edge., 12 Inches m lmermecilate sD�porM12 hehes m lmermerllate sD�Oorle. FIGURE 2308.9.3.2 - - ALTERNATE BRACED WALL PANEL ADJACENT TO A DOOR OR WINDOW OPENING (II) Table 2308.12.4 of the 20.13 Edition of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: TABLE 2308.12.4 WALL BRACING IN SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORIES D AND E (Minimum Percentaae of Wall Bracina Der each Braced Wall Lineal CONDITI SHEATHING 0.50 SSDs < 0.75 5 SD S S S DS > ON TYPE SIDS < 0,50 0.75 1.00 1.00 Story G-Po 43 59 75 100 One S-W! 21 32 37 48 For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 foot = 304.8 mm. a. Minimum length of panel bracing of one face of the wall for S-W sheathing shall be at least4'-0" long or both faces. of the wall for G-P sheathingshall be of least V-0"long; h%w ratio shall not exceed 2:1. For S-W panel bracing of the same material on two faces of the 33 wall, the minimum length is permitted to be one-half the tabulated value but the h/w ratio shall not exceed 2:1 and design for uplift is required. The 2:1 h/w ratio limitation does not apply to alternate braced wall panels constructed in accordance with Section 2308.9.3.1 or 2308.9.3.2. Wall framing to which sheathing used for bracing is applied shall be nominal 2 inch wide [actual 11/2 inch (38 mm)] or larger members and spaced a maximum of 16 inches on center. Braced wall panel construction types shall not be mixed within a braced wall line. b. G-P = gypsum board, portland cement plaster or gypsum sheathing boards; S-W = wood structural panels. c. Nailing as specified below shall occur at all panel edges at studs, at top and bottom plates and, where occurring, at blocking: For 1/2-inch gypsum board, 5d (0.113 inch diameter) cooler nails at 7 inches on center; For 5/8-inch gypsum board, No 11 gage (0.120 inch diameter) cooler nails at 7 inches on center; For gypsum sheathing board, 1-3/4 inches long by 7/16-inch head, diamond point galvanized nails at 4 inches on center; For gypsum lath, No. 13 gage (0.092 inch) by 1-1/8 inches long, 19/64-inch head, plasterboard at 5 inches on center; For Portland cement plaster,. No. 11, gage, (0.120 inch).by 1'/Z inches long, ?/1g- inch head at 6 inches on center; - d. S-W sheathing shall.be a.minimum of 15/32" thick nailed. with 80 common placed 3/8 inches from panel edges and spaced not more than 6 inches on center and 12 inches on. center along intermediate framing members. (mm) Section 2308.12.5 of the 2013 Edition of the California. Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 2308.12.6 Attachment of sheathing. Fastening of braced wall panel sheathing shall not be less than that prescribed in Table 2308.12.4 or 2304.9.1. Wall sheathing shall not be attached to framing members by adhesives. Staple fasteners in Table 2304.9.1 shall not be used to resist or transfer seismic forces in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F. Exception: Staples may be, used to resist or transfer seismic forces when the allowable shear values are substantiated by cyclic testing and approved by the building official. All braced wall panels shall extend to the roof sheathing and shall be attached to parallel roof rafters or blocking abovewith framing clips (18 gauge minimum) spaced at maximum 24 inches (6096 mm) on center with four 8d nails per leg (total eight.8d nails per clip). 'Braced wall.panels shall be laterally braced at each top corner and at maximum 24 inches (6096 mm) intervals along the top plate of discontinuous vertical framing.. (nn) Section 2609 of the 2010 Edition of the California Building Code is hereby deleted (oo) Section 2610.9 is hereby added to Chapter 26 of the 2010 Edition of the California Building Code to read as follows: 2610.9 Approved materials: Notwithstanding the provisions in Chapter 26, no skylight shall be installed unless the materials, the construction standards, and the location have been approved by the building official, all in accordance with the provisions of this code. 1. Skylights which are flat or corrugated at the roof level shall be provided with an approved supporting barrier immediately above or below the skylight. 2. Each skylight shall not exceed a maximum area of 32 square feet. 3. The aggregate area of, all skylights shall not exceed 25 percent of the floor area of the room or space sheltered by the roof in which they.are installed, . 4. All existing skylights which are not in conformance with this code are deemed to 34 be hazardous and shall be removed or protected in accordance with this section. (pp) Section A 01 of the 2013 Edition of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows: SECTION J101 GENERAL J101.1 Scope. The provisions of this Appendix J apply to grading, excavation and earthwork construction, including fills and embankments and the control of grading site runoff, including erosion sediments and construction -related pollutants. Where conflicts occur between the technical requirements of this Appendix J and the geotechnical report, the more restrictive requirement shall govern. In addition to the provisions contained in this Appendix J, the grading shall also comply with all provisions contained in Chapter 21 of the City code. J101.2 Flood hazard areas. The provisions of this Appendix J shall not apply to grading, excavation and earthwork construction, including fills and embankments, in floodways within flood hazard areas established in Section 1612.3 or in flood hazard areas where design flood elevations are specified but floodways have not been designated, unless it has been demonstrated through hydrologic and hydraulic analyses performed in accordance with standard engineering practice that the proposed work will not result in any increase inthe level of the base flood. . J101.3 Hazards. Whenever the building official determines that any land or any existing excavation or fill has, from any cause, become a menace to life or limb, or endangers public or private property, or adversely affects the safety, use or stability of public or private property, the owner or other person in legal control of the property concerned shall, upon receipt of a written notice thereof from the building official, correct such condition in accordance with the provisions of this Appendix J and the requirements and conditions set forth in the notice so as to eliminate such condition. The owner or other person in legal control of the property shall immediately comply with the provisions set forth in the notice and shall complete the work within 180 days from the date of the notice unless a shorter period of time for completion has been specified in the notice in which case the owner shall comply with the shorter period of time. Upon written application and good cause shown the.building official may -approve the. request for an extension of time to complete the work required by.the notice. J101.4 Safety precautions.. 1. If at any stage of work on an excavation or .fill; the building official determines that the work has become or. is likely to become dangerous to any person, .or is likely to endanger any property, public. or private, the building official is hereby authorized to require safety precautions to be immediately taken by the property owner as.a condition to continuing such permitted work or to require cessation thereof forthwith unless and until it is made safe and to amend the plans for such work. 2. Safety precautions may include, but shall not be limited to, specifying a flatter exposed slope or construction of additional drainage facilities, berms, terracing, compaction, cribbing, retaining walls or buttress fills, slough walls, desilting basins, check dams, benching; wire mesh and guniting, rock fences, revetments or diversion walls. 3. Upon the determination of the building official that such safety precautions during grading are necessary, the building official shall provide a notice and order to the permittee to implement same., .After receiving such notice in writing it is unlawful forahe permittee or any person toproceed with such work contrary to such order. J101.5 Protection of utilities. The owner and permittee of any property on which grading has been performed and that requires a grading permit under Section J103 shall 35 be jointly and severally responsible for the prevention of damage to any public utilities or services. J101.6 Protection of adjacent property. The owner and permittee of any property on which grading has been performed and that requires a grading permit under Section J103 shall be jointly responsible for the prevention of damage to adjacent property and no person shall excavate on land sufficiently close to the property line to endanger any adjoining public street, sidewalk, alley, or other public or private property without supporting and protecting such property from settling, cracking or other damage that might result. Special precautions approved by the building official shall be made to prevent imported or exported materials from being deposited on the adjacent public way and/or drainage courses. J101.7 Storm water control measures. The owner and permittee of any property on which grading has been performed and that requires a grading permit under Section J103 shall put into effect and maintain all precautionary measures necessary to protect adjacent water courses and public or private property from damage by erosion, flooding, and deposition of mud, debris and construction -related pollutants originating from.the site during, and after, grading and related construction activities. Furthermore, the owner and permittee shall be jointly and severally responsible for putting into effect and maintaining appropriate. measures as deemed by the building official to be necessary to prevent any change in cross -lot surface drainage that may adversely affect any adjoining property as a result of grading, construction -related activities or both. Such measures to prevent any adverse cross -lot surface drainage effects on adjoining property shall be required whether shown on approved grading plans or not. J101.8 Conditions of approval. In granting any permit under this code, the building official may include such conditions as he/she deems to be reasonably necessary to prevent the creation of a nuisance or hazard to public or private property. Such conditions may include, but shall not be limited to: 1.Improvement.of any existing grading to comply with the. standards of this code. 2.Requirements for fencing of excavations or fills which would otherwise be hazardous. 3.Establishment of haul. routes.. J101,9 Rules and regulations. J101.9.1 Rules. The permissive provisions of this chapter shall not be presumed to waive any regulations imposed by other statutes or other ordinances of the State of California or the City. J101.9.2 Regulations. If two or more pertinent regulations are not identical, those regulations shall prevail which are more restrictive or which afford greater safety to life, limb, health, property or welfare. For the purposes of these regulations, grading permits shall be considered as building permits and shall be subject to the administrative provisions of this code, unless otherwise specifically provided for in this Appendix J or the Vernon Municipal Code, or both. J101.10 NPDES. general. All grading plans and permits shall comply with the provisions of Chapter 21 of the City Coder Sites which have been graded and which require a grading permit under Appendix J Section J1.03 are subject to penalties and fines. Payment of penalty fines shall not relieve any persons from fully complying with the requirements of this code in the execution of the work. All best management 36 practices shall be installed before grading begins or as instructed in writing by the building official. As grading progresses, all best management practices shall be updated as necessary to prevent erosion and control construction related pollutants from discharging from the site. All best management practices shall be maintained in good working order to the satisfaction of the building official unless final grading approval has been granted by the building official and all permanent drainage and erosion control systems, if required, are in place. SECTION 20. Section 24.15 of Article III of Chapter 24, Building and Construction, of the Code of the City of Vernon, is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 24.15. 2013 California Electrical Code, adopted. (a) The City of Vernon hereby adopts by reference the 2013 California Electrical Code as published by the California Building Standards Commission, California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 3 including all of its tables, indices, appendices, addenda and footnotes. Except as otherwise provided herein, or as later amended, said California Electrical Code is hereby referred to and by such reference is incorporated hereinasif, fully .sebforth:and is hereby adopted as the Electrical Code of the City of Vernon. (b) The City of Vernon hereby adopts by reference the2006 International Code.Council Electrical Code Administrative Provisions, as published by the International Code Council Inc., including all of its tables, indices, appendices, addenda and footnotes. Except as otherwise provided herein or later amended, said International Code Council Electrical Code Administrative Provisions is hereby referred to and by such reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth and is adopted by reference as part of the Electrical Code of the City of Vernon. SECTION 21. Section 24.16 of Article III of Chapter 24, Building and Construction, of the Code of the City of Vernon, is hereby amended as follows: Sec. 24.16. Electrical Code amendments, additions, and: delotions. .The 2013 Edition of the California Electrical Code is hereby amended as follows: ; (a) Article. .110.14(A) of the 2013 Edition of :the.California Electrical Code is hereby amended to add the,following sentence to.the end.of the first paragraph: All stranded aluminum conductors shall be terminated with an approved compression terminal. (b) Article 200.6 of the 2013 Edition of the California Electrical Code is hereby amended to add the following sentences after the title line: Color Coding. Grounded conductors of different voltage shall be identified by white and gray; grounded conductors of the 277/480 volt system shall be gray; grounded conductors of the lower voltage systems shall be white. (c) Article 230.22 of the 2013 Edition of the California Electrical Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 230.22 Insulation orCovering. Individual conductors shall be insulated or covered. Service entrance conductors from overhead service drops shall be installed in rigid metal raceways. Exception: The grounded conductor of a multiconductor cable shall be permitted to be - 3.1 ,. bare. (d) Articles 334.10(3), (4) and (5) of the 2013 Edition of the California Electrical Code are hereby deleted. SECTION 22. The 2006 Edition of the International Code Council Electrical Code Administrative Provisions is hereby amended as follows: (a) Section 303.1 of the 2006 Edition of the International Code Council Electrical Code Administrative provisions is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec 303.1 Use and Occupancy. No building or structure shall be used or occupied until a certificate of occupancy has been provided in accordance with the California Building Codes as amended by the City of Vernon. (b) Section 401.3(5) of the 2006 Edition of the International Code Council Electrical Code Administrative Provisions is hereby deleted. (c) Section 402.6 is hereby added to the 2006 Edition of the International Code Council Electrical Code Administrative Provisions to read as follows: Sec. 402.6 Responsibility of permittee. Building permits shall be presumed to incorporate the provision, that the applicant, the applicant's agent, employees or contractors shall carry out the proposed work in accordance with the approved plans and with all the requirements of this code and any other law or regulations applicable thereto, whether specified or not. No approval shall exonerate any such person from the responsibility of complying with the provisions or intent of this code. (d) Section 402.7 of the 2006 Edition of the International Code Council Electrical Code Administrative provisions is hereby.added to read as follows: Sec 402.7 Utility Notification. An applicant for an electrical installation that will require an increase in the amount of power supply to.the electrical service by more than 50,amps shall notify the Vernon Light and Power Department of the additional new load. (e) Section 402.8 of the,2006 Edition of the International Code Council Electrical Code Administrative provisions is hereby added to read as follows: Sec 402.8 Energizing Electrical Equipment. i No person shall energize or use any electrical equipment until it has been inspected and approved by the City. (f) Section 404.2 of the 2006 Edition of the International Code Council Electrical Code Administrative provisions is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 404.2 Electrical permit fees. Electrical permit fees shall be set forth in a fee schedule adopted by resolution of the City Council. A reinspection fee may be assessed for each inspection or reinspection when such portion of the work for which an inspection is called is not complete or when corrections called for are not made. Reinspection fees may be assessed when the -inspection record card is not. posted or otherwise available at the work site, the approved plans are not readily available to the inspector, for failure to provide access on the date and time for which the inspection is requested, or for deviating from the plans requiring the approval of the building official. In instances where reinspection fees have been assessed, the 38 city may deny additional inspection of the work until the required fees are paid (g) Section 1102 of the 2006 Edition of the International Code Council Electrical Code Administrative provisions is hereby deleted. (h) Section 1201.3 of the 2006 Edition of the International Code Council Electrical Code Administrative provisions is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec 1201.3 Appliance and fixture listing. All electrical equipment installed or used shall be listed and labeled by a City approved recognized testing agency. All equipment shall be installed in conformance with all instructions included as part of the listing. SECTION 23. Section 24.20 of Article IV of Chapter 24, Building and Construction, of the Code of the City of Vernon is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 24.20. 2013 California Mechanical Code adopted. The City of Vernon hereby adopts by reference the 2013 California Mechanical Code, as published by the California Building Standards Commission, California. Code of Regulations; Title 24,^Part 4; including all of its tables, indices, appendices, addenda and footnotes. Except as otherwise provided herein, or as later amended, said California Mechanical Code is herebyreferred to and by such reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth. SECTION 24. Section 24.21 of Article IV of Chapter 24, Building and Construction, of the Code of the City of Vernon is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 24.21. Mechanical Code amendments, additions, and deletions. (a) Section 114.6 is hereby added to Chapter 1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Mechanical Code to read as follows: 114.7 Responsibility of permittee:. Building. permits shall be presumed to incorporate the provision, that the applicant, the applicant's agent, employees or contractors shall carry out the proposed workin' accordance with the.approved plans and:with.all the requirements of the code and any other law or. regulations applicable thereto, .whether -specified or not. No, approval shall exonerate any person from the responsibility of complying with the provisions or intent of the code. (b) Table 114.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Mechanical Code is hereby amended to read as follows: Table 114.1 MECHANICAL PERMIT FEES: Mechanical permit fees shall be set forth in a fee schedule adopted by resolution of the City Council. SECTION 26. Section 24.25 of Article V of Chapter 24, Building and Construction, of the Code of the City of Vernon is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 24.25: 2013 California Plumbing Code adopted. The City Vernon,herebyadopts by reference the 2013 California Plumbing Code; as published by the California Building Standards Commission, California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part•5;.including all of its tables, indices, appendices, addenda and footnotes. Except as .otherwise provided, herein, or as later amended, 39 said California Plumbing Code is hereby referred to and by such reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth. SECTION 26. Section 24.26 of Article V of Chapter 24, Building and Construction, of the Code of the City of Vernon is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 24.26. Plumbing Code amendments, additions, and deletions. The 2013 California Plumbing Code is amended as follows: (a) Section 103.9 is hereby added to Chapter 1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Plumbing Code to read as follows: 103.9 Responsibility of Permittee. Building permits shall be presumed to incorporate the provision, that the applicant, the applicant's agent, employees or contractors shall carry out the proposed work in accordance with the approved plans and with all the requirements of the code and any other law or regulations applicable thereto, whether specified or not. No approval shall exonerate any person from the responsibility of complying with the provisions or intent of the code. (b) Table 103.4 of the 2013 Edition of the California Plumbing Code is hereby amended to read as follows: Table 103.4. PLUMBING PERMIT FEES: Plumbing permit fees shall be set forth in a fee schedule adopted by resolution of the City Council. (c) Table 422.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Plumbing Code is hereby amended to add the following sentence after.the third paragraph: If the actual number of expected occupants at the facility exceed the number occupants provided in Table 4-1, the numberof plumbing facilities -shall be, determined based. on the actual occupant load -Except that the number of lavatories for a garment manufacturing, facility shall be one lavatory for every 15 employees of each sex. (d) Section 1101.1 of the 2013.Edition of the California Plumbing Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 1101.1 Where Required. Yard drainage piping and onsite storm drain systems that connects to a public storm drainage systems shall be installed in accordance with this chapter, approved public works standards and the provisions of Chapter 21 of the City Code. Prior to construction of any storm drain system, complete plans and hydraulic calculations shall be approved by the agency whose storm drainage system is to be impacted by the proposed system. Storm water shall flow away from buildings and adjoining properties. SECTION 27. Section 24.27 of Article V of Chapter 24, Building and Construction, of the Code of the City of Vernon is hereby deleted. SECTION 26. Section 24,28 of -Article V of.Chapter 24, Building and: Construction; of ,the Code of the City of Vernon is hereby deleted. ; 40 1F SECTION 29. Section 24.60 of Article IX of Chapter 24, Building and Construction, of the Code of the City of Vernon, is hereby amended as follows: Sec. 24.60. 2013 California Existing Building Code adopted. The City of Vernon hereby adopts by reference Appendix Chapter Al of the 2013 California Existing Building Code, as published by the California Building Standards Commission, California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 10, including the tables, indices, appendices, addenda and footnotes contained therein as the seismic strengthening provisions for unreinforced masonry bearing wall buildings for the City of Vernon. Except as otherwise provided herein, or as later amended, said California Existing Building Code is hereby referred to and by such reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth. SECTION 30. Section 24.64 of Article IX of Chapter 24, Building and Construction, of the Code of the City of Vernon, is hereby amended as follows: Sec. 24.64. Chapter A2 and A5 of the 2012 International Existing Building Code adopted. Chapter A2 of the 2012 International Existing Building Code, published by the International Code Council, Inc., is hereby adopted as the minimum standard for seismic strengthening of tilt -up concrete wall buildings, and .Chapter A5 of the.2012 International Existing Building Code, published by the International Code Council, is hereby adopted as the minimum standard for seismic strengthening of concrete, buildings. These standards are established as.a minimum guideline for those property owners voluntarily selecting to retrofit their structures and shall not be construed as the City of Vernon mandated program. Except as otherwise provided herein, or as later amended, said 2012 International Existing Building Code® is hereby referred to and by such reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth. SECTION 31. Section 24.76 of Article XI of Chapter 24, Building and Construction, of the Code of the City of Vernon is hereby amended as follows: Sec. 24.76. The 2012 Edition of the International Existing Building Code adopted, repair criteria. The 2012 Edition.of the International Existing Building Code, published by the International Code Council, Inc., subject however, to the amendments, additions and deletions set forth in this. article, is hereby adopted by reference as the Repair Criteria of the City of Vernon relating to disaster:repair and_reconstruction. SECTION 32. Section 24.77cof Article XI of Chapter 24, Building and Construction, of the Code of the City of Vernon is hereby.amended to read as follows: Sec. 24.77. International Existing Building Code amendments, additions and.deletions. The 2012 International Existing Building Code is amended as follows: - (a) International Existing Building Code Section 202 is hereby amended to add the following definitions in alphabetical order: International Building Code — shall mean the California Building Code as amended by the City of Vernon. Uncontrollable Event — shall mean an act of god including a seismic event, flood, fire, tsunami or other natural disaster beyond the control of the property owner. (b) International Existing Building Code Appendix A Chapter Al is hereby amended to read as follows: Appendix A Chapter Al Seismic Strengthening Provisions for Unreinforced Masonry Bearing Wall Buildings. 41 Section A 101 General _ All damaged unreinforced masonry buildings and structures shall be repaired and strengthened in accordance with the California Existing Building Code adopted in Section 24.60. SECTION 33. Section 24.104 of Article XIII of Chapter 24, Building and Construction, of the Code of the City of Vernon is amended to read as follows: Sec. 24.104. 2013 California Residential Code adopted. The City of Vernon hereby adopts by reference the 2013 California Residential Code and Appendix G thereof, as published by the California Building Standards Commission, California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 2.5, including all tables,indices, addenda and footnotes. Except as otherwise provided herein, or as later amended, said California Residential Code is hereby referred to and by such reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth. SECTION 34. Section 24.105 of Article XIII of Chapter 24, Building and Construction, of the Code of the City of Vernon is amended to read as follows: Sec. 24.105. Residential. Code amendments, additions, and deletions. The 2013 Residential Code is amended as follows:: (a) Section R105.8 of the 2010 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby amended to read as follows: R106.8 Responsibility of permittee. Building permits shall be presumed to incorporate the provision, that the applicant, the applicant's agent, employees or contractors shall carry out the proposed work in accordance with the approved plans and with all the requirements of the code and any other law or regulations applicable thereto, whether specified or not. No approval shall exonerate any person from the responsibility of complying with the provisions or intent of the code. (b) Section R108.7 is hereby added to Chapter 1 of the 2010 Edition of the California Residential Code to,read.as follows:.; . . R108.7 Reinspection. A reinspection fee may be assessed for each inspection or reinspection when such portion.of the work for which an inspection is called is not complete or when corrections called for are not made. . Reinspection fees may be assessed when the inspection record card is not posted or otherwise available at the work site, the approved plans are.not readily available to the inspector, for failure to.provide access on the date and time for which the inspection is requested, or for deviating from the plans requiring the approval of the building official. In instances where reinspection fees have been assessed, the city may deny additional inspection of the work until the required fees are paid. (c) Section R301.1.3.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby amended to read as follows: R301.1.3.2 Woodframe structures. The building official shall require construction documents to be approved and stamped by a California licensed architect or engineer for all dwellings of woodframe construction more than two stories and basement in height located in Seismic Design Category A, B or C. Notwithstanding other sections of law; the law establishing these provisions is found in Business and Professions Code..$ection 5537 and.6737.1. The building official shall require construction documents to be approved and stamped by a .. 42 _ California licensed architect or engineer for all dwellings of woodframe construction more than one story in height or with a basement located in Seismic Design Category Do, D1, D2 or E. (d) Section R301.1.4 is hereby added to Chapter 3 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code to read as follows: R301.1.4 Seismic design provisions for buildings constructed on or into slopes steeper than one unit vertical in three units horizontal (33.3 percent slope). The design and construction of new buildings and additions to existing buildings when constructed on or into slopes steeper than one unit vertical in three units horizontal (33.3 percent slope) shall comply with Section 1613.9 of the Building Code. (e) Table R301.2.2.1.1 and section 301.2.2.1.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby amended to read as follows: TABLE R301.2.2.1.1 SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY DETERMINATION CALCULATED SDs SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY SDs 5 0.1,79 A 0.17g < SDs 5 0.33g B 0.33g < Sos 5 0.50g - C 0.50g < Sps 5 0.67g Do 0.67g < SDs 5 0.83g D1 0.83g < SDs 5 1.00g DZ 1.009 <,SDs E R301.2.2.1.2 Alternative determination of Seismic Design Category E. Buildings located in Seismic Design Category E in accordance with Figure R301.2(2) are permitted to be reclassified as being in Seismic Design Category DZ provided one of the following is done: 1. A more detailed evaluation of the seismic design category is made in accordance with the provisions and maps of the California -Building Code. Buildings located in Seismic Design Category E perTable R301.2.2.1.1, but located in Seismic Design Category D per the California Building Code, maybe designed using the Seismic Design Category D2 requirements of this code. 2. Buildings located in Seismic Design Category E that conform to the following additional restrictions are permitted to be constructed in accordance with the provisions for Seismic Design Category DZ of this code: 2.1. All exterior shear wall lines or braced wall panels are in one plane vertically from the foundation to the uppermost story. 2.2. Floors shall not cantilever past the exterior walls. 2.3. The building is within all of the requirements of Section R301.2.2.2.5 for being considered as regular. 2.4. For buildings over one story in height, the calculated SDs shall not exceed 1.25g. (f) Items 1, 3 and 5 of Section R301.2.2.2.5 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code are amended to read as follows: 1. When exterior shear wall lines or braced wall panels are not in one plane. vertically from the foundation to the uppermost story in which they are required.. .. 43 .. 3. When the end of a braced wall panel occurs over an opening in the wall below. 5. When portions of a floor level are vertically offset. (g) Section R301.2.2.3.8 is added to Chapter 3 of the 2010 Edition of the California Residential Code to read as follows: R301.2.2.3.8 Anchorage of Mechanical, Electrical, or Plumbing. Components and Equipment. Mechanical, electrical, or plumbing components and equipment shall be anchored to the structure. Anchorage of the components and equipment shall be designed to resist loads in accordance with the International Building Code and ASCE 7, except where the component is positively attached to the structure and flexible connections are provided between the component and associated ductwork, piping, and conduit; and either 1. The component weighs 400 lb (1,780 N) or less and has a center of mass located 4 ft (1.22 m) or less above the supporting, structure; or 2. The component weighs 20 lb (89N) or less or, in the case of a distributed system, 5 Ib/ft (73 N/m) or less. (h) Section R401.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby amended to read as follows: R401.1 Application. The provisions of this chapter shall control the design and construction of the foundation and foundation spaces for all buildings. In addition to the provisions of this chapter, the design and construction of foundations in areas prone to flooding as established by Table R301.2(1) shall meet the provisions of Section R322. Wood foundations shall be designed and installed in accordance,with.AF&PA PWF. Exception: The provisions of this chapter shall be permitted to be used for wood foundations only in the following situations: 1. In buildings that have no more than two floors and a roof. 2. When interior basement and foundation walls are constructed at intervals not exceeding 50 feet-(15 240 mm). Wood foundations in Seismic Design Category Do, D, or D2 shall not be permitted. Exception: In.,non-occupied;.single-story, detached storage.sheds and similar uses other than carport or garage, provided the gross floor area does not exceed 200 square feet, the plate height does not exceed 12 feet in height above the grade plane at any point, and the maximum roof projection does not exceed 24 inches., (i) Section R403.1.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby amended to read as follows: R403.1.2 Continuous footing in Seismic Design Categories Do, D, and DZ. The braced wall panels at exterior walls of buildings located in Seismic Design Categories Do, D, and DZ shall be supported by continuous footings. All required interior braced wall panels in buildings shall be supported by continuous footings. 0) Section R403.1.3 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby amended to read as follows: R403.1.3 Seismic reinforcing. Concrete footings located in Seismic Design Categories Do, D, and D2, as established in Table R3.01:2(1), shall have minimum reinforcement. Bottom reinforcement shall be located..a minimum of 3 inches (76 mm), clear from the bottom of the footing. 44 In Seismic Design Categories Do, D, and D2 where construction joint is created between a concrete footing and a stem wall., a minimum of one No. 4 bar shall be installed at not more than 4 feet (1219 mm) on center. The vertical bar shall extend to 3 inches (76 mm) clear of the bottom of the footing, have a standard hook and extend a minimum of 14 inches (357 mm) into the stem wall. In Seismic Design Categories Do, D, and DZ where a grouted masonry stem wall is supported on a concrete footing and stem wall, a minimum of one No. 4 bar shall be installed at not more than 4 feet (1219 mm) on center. The vertical bar shall extend to 3 inches (76 mm) clear of the bottom of the footing and have a standard hook. In Seismic Design Categories Do, D, and DZ masonry stem walls without solid grout and vertical reinforcing are not permitted. Exception: In detached one- and two-family dwellings located in Seismic Design Category A,. B or C which are three stories or less in height and constructed with stud bearing walls, isolated plain concrete footings, supporting columns or pedestals are permitted. (k) Section R403.1.5 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby amended to read as follows: . R403.1.5 Slope. The top surface of footings shall be level. .The bottom surface of footings shall be permitted to have a slope not exceeding one unit vertical in..10 units horizontal (10=percent slope). Footings shall be stepped where.it is necessary to change. -the elevation of the top surface of the footing or where the surface of the ground slopes more than one unit vertical in 10 units horizontal (10-percent slope). For structures located in Seismic Design Categories Do, D, or D2, stepped footings shall be reinforced with four No. 4 rebar. Two bars shall be place at the top and bottom of the footings as shown in Figure R403.1.5. 3�C6km�No� ys>b Y � 4P4 �+nri�nrresna� unmw 11111:11 IDS :, ,Allis STEPPED It0WA'$'i0N8 FIGURE R403.1.5 STEPPED FOOTING (1) Section R404.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows: R404.2 Wood foundation walls. Wood foundation walls shall. be constructed in accordance with the provisions of Sections' R404.2.1 through R404.2.61 and with ithe details shown in Figures R403.1(2) and R403.1(3) _Wood foundationvgalls shall not be used for structures located in Seismic 4.5' Design Category Do, D1 or D2. (m) Section R501.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby amended to read as follows: R501.1 Application. The provisions of this chapter shall control the design and construction of the floors for all buildings including the floors of attic spaces used to house mechanical or plumbing fixtures and equipment. Mechanical or plumbing fixtures and equipment shall be attached (or anchored) to the structure in accordance with Section R301.2.2.3.8. (n) Section R4503.2.4 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby amended to read as follows: R503.2.4 Openings in horizontal diaphragms. Openings in horizontal diaphragms with a dimension perpendicular to the joist that is greater than 4 feet (1.2 m) shall be constructed in accordance with Figure R503.2.4. PLYWOOD SHEATHING i DIAPHRAGM OPENING 10e y z METALTIE 18GA. x 1 IW xW-W MIN., (4 TOTAL) �iri j �.�r W11446d OOMMON NAILS AS SHOWN y+�' -OR. e METAL TIE 16GA. x 1 W x (OPENING WIDTH • 4'0" MIN., (2TOTAL) W/24.16d COMMON NAILS' Por Sl Hmb-25Amm.Ifom-304.8mm. a. Blockings shall be provided beyond headers. b. Metal ties not less than 0.058 inch [1.47 mm (16 galvanized gage)] by 1.5 inches (38 mm) wide with eight 16d common nails on each sine of the header -joist intersection. The metal ties shall have a minimum yield of 33,000 psi (227 WE). C. Openings in diaphragms shall be further limited in accordance with Section R301.2.2.2.5. FIGURE R503.2.4 OPENINGS IN HORIZONTAL DIAPHRAGMS (o) Lines 37 and 38 of Table R602.3(1) of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 46 TABLE R602.3(1)—continued FASTENER SCHEDULE FOR STRUCTURAL MEMBERS REM DESCRIPTION OF BUILDING MATERIALS DESCRIPTION OF FASTENER"' SPACING OF FASTENERS Edge s (inohe4 Intermediate supports°' (inches) Wood sftwmml panels, suMloor, roof and Interior well sheathing to framing and particleboard wall sheathing to training 32 / „ / „ a ` �' 6d common (2"x.0.1130) nail (subNoor wally 8d common (2'/r" x 0. 131 ") nail (roof)' 6 12 33 191" - 1" 8d common nail (2'/2" x 0.131'1 6 12` 34 s ' ]Oil common (3" x 0.148 ") nail or 8d(2'/r"x 0.131 ") deformed nail 6 12 Other wall eheethlng" 35 '/g" structural cellulosic fiberboard sheathing 1'/a" galvanized roofing nail,'/,s" crown or I"crown staple 16 ga., I'/a' long 3 6 36 "/n" structural cellulosic fiberboard sheathing 0," galvanized roofing nail, 7/,(' crown or 1"crown staple 16 ga., I'/g" long 3 6 3T' '/t"gypsum shealhinga 14s"galvanized roofing nail; stale galvanized, 1 /," long; 'I '/,screws, Type or S 7 7 38L %"gypsum sheathing' 1'/."galvanized roofing nail; staple galvanized, I /s" long; f /a"screws, Type W or S 7 7 Wood structural panels, combination eubflocr underlsymentto framing 39 a/ "and less ' 6d deformed.(2" x 0.120') nail or - 8cicoon mm(21/a" x 0.131') nail 6 12 40 it 1" ` 8d common (2'/2" x 0:131') nail or 8d deformed (2'/r" x 0.120") nail 6 ] 2 41 1'/ "- 1'/ " ` ° lOd common (3"x 0.148 ") nail or 8d deformed (21/ir x 0.120'5 nail 6 12 For SI: I inch = 25A mm, 1 foot =304.8 mm, I mileper hour=0.447 Ms; 1 Kai = 6.895 MPa. a. All nails we smooth -common, box or deformed shanks except where otherwise stated. Nails used for framing and sheathing connections shall have minimum average bending yield strengths as shown: 80 ksi for shank diameter of 0. 192 inch (20d common nail), 90 ksi for shank diameters lager than 0, 142 inch but not larger than 0. 177 inch, and 100 ksi for shook diameters of0. 142 inch o, less b, Staples are 16 gaga wire and have a minimum '/,irrch on diameter crown width. c. Nails shall be spaced at not more than 6 inches on.center at all supports where spans are 48 inches or greater. d. Four -foot by 8-foot or 4-11wt by 9-foot panels shall he applied vertically. e. Spacing of fasteners not included in this table shall be based on Table R602.3(2). E For regions having basic wind speed of 110 mph w greater, ad deformed (2'/t-x 0, 120) nails shall be used for rewiring plywood and wood structural pawl roof sheathing to framing within minimum 48-inchdistance from gable end wells, if mean roof height is mom than 25 feet, up to 35 feet maximum. g. For regions having basic wind speed of 100 mph or it., nails for winching woad structural panel roof sheathing to gable end wall framing shall be spaced 6 inches on center. When basic wind speed is greater than 100 mph, nails for attaching panel roof sheathing to intermediate supports shall be spaced 6 inches on center for minimum 48-inch distance from ridges, eaves and gable end wails; and 4 inches on center to gable end wall framing. h. Gypsum sheathing shall conform to'ASTM C 1396 and shall he installed in accordence with GA 253. Fiberboard sheathing shall conform to ASTM C 209. i. Spacing of fasteners an floor sheathing panel edges applies to panel edges supported by framing members and required blocking and m all floor perimeters only. Spacing of fasteners on roof sheathing panel edges applies to pawl edges supported by framing members and. required blocking. Blocking of roof or floor sheathing panel edges perpendicular to the framing members need not be, provided except as required by other provisions of this code. Floor perimeter shall be supported by framing members or solid blocking. j. Where a rafter is fasterrd to an adjacent parallel ceiling joist in accordance with this schedule, provide two we nails on one aide of the rafter and Ice nails from the ceiling joist to tap plate in accordance with this schedule. The Ice nail on the apposite side of the rafter shall not be required K. Use of daises In aacetl wall Was shall be prohlWd n Seismic Dealgn Category DO, Dr. or D2. (p) Footnote "b" of Table R602.3(2) of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows: b. Staples shall have a minimum crown width of 7/16-inch on diameter except as noted. Use of staples in roof, floor, subfloor, and braced wall panels shall be prohibited in Seismic Design Category Do, D1, or D2. (q) Table R602.10.3(3) of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code are hereby amended to read as follows: 47 TABLE R602.10.3(8) BRACING REQUIREMENTS BASED ON SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY • SOIL CLASS IP • WALL HEIGHT -10FEET • 10 PSF FLOOR DEAD LOAD MINIMUM TOTAL LENGTH (FEET) OF BRACED WALL PANELS 16 PSF ROOFICEILING DEAD LOAD REQUIRED ALONG EACH BRACED WALL 11111- • BRACED WALL LINE SPACBVG <_ 25 FEET Salemla0aeIF Btery taoeLocationLin Location eengtO L Line Length Method UB° a NetMd Gl- Methods DWB SFB, Method Moo" C&WSP, Category (fed) PBS,'PCP WsP CS.O HIPS, CS.8R6^11 10 2.5 25 25 1.6 IA 20 5.0 5.0 5.0 3.2 2.7 30 7.5 7.5 7.5 4.8 4.1 40 10.0 10.0 10.0 6A SA 50 12.5 125 125 8.0 6.8 10 NP 4.5 4.5 3.0 26 20 NP 9.0 9.0 6.0 S.l (tOwnhwses0aly) 30 NP 11.5 133 9.0 7.7 40 NP 18.0 1&9 12.0 10.2 50 NP 225 215 15.0 12.8 10 NP 6.0 6.0 43 3.8 20 NP 12.0 12.0 9.0 7.7 30 NP 18.0 18.0 13.5 115 40 NP 24.0 24.0 18.0 15.3 50 NP 30.0 30.0 22.5 19.1 10 NP -2;8-5.6 -R- s_6 1.8 1.6 20 NP 4.3-mo 35-77.0 3.6 3.1 30 NP 4.3-16.6 -8?J-16s 5A 4.6 40 NP 444-W! +H)- 0 7.2 6A 50 NP 43 27s 44 -Lu 90 7.7 10 NP -53--NP 3.3-w 3.8 32 NI NP 40.s. P 403 NP 75 6.4 De 30 NP -9;8- P 45-.8- NP 11.3 9.6 40 NP -21& NP 4W NP 15.0 12.8 50 NP -264 LP 46:3-NP 18.8 16.0 10 NP 43-NP 4.3-WE 5.3 4.5 20 NP 4475- NP i4 T 10.5 9.0 30 NP 4+:8 -PP -4.irNP IS.8 13A 40 NP -2WNP -249-NP 21.0 17.9 50 NP 364- NP 46.3- NP 26.3 22.3 (Confined) 48 TABLE f802.102(3)--continued BRACING REQUIREMENTS BASED ON SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY SOIL CLASS Ir WALL HEIGHT- 10 FEE? 16 P8F FLOOR DEAD LOAD MIMMUM TOTAL LENGTH (FEET) OF BRACED WALL PANELS 15 PSF REQUIRED ALONG EACH BRACED WALL LINE' D WALL LVIE SPACING <25 FEET Methods subsets Des � Story LaoMlon BraeadWall Line Length Method LIB- s Method GB OWBSFB, PBS. PCP, Method Methods C&WSP, Catseary viral HP ,C& WSP L`s4: SWA - - 10 NP 3.9- 6.0 3:9 6.0 2.0 1.7 20 NP h0-11.0 -6&12.0 4o 3.4 30 NP 44- 1 B. *B.0 .0 . 40 NP ii� 24. -};024 &24. 8.0 6 .8 56 NP +S.G- 30.0 -I¢,&30. 10.0 8.5 t0 NP -6.0- NP -6:0-NP 4.5 3.8 20 NP i2-.0- NP 12.0-NP 9.0 73 DI 30 NP 48:& NP -'90 NP 13.5 11.5 40 NP -24.0 NP 34-.9 NP 18.0 15.3 50 NP 30.& NP -30:0 NP 22.5 19.1 1B NIP 45- NP 4V5-NP 6.0 1 . .. 20 - NP - '-173} NP i?.9 NP 12.0 10.2 30 NP 355-NP -234-NP 18.0 15.3 . 40 NP'.. -114.0- NP ' 30-IVP 24:(1 - 20A 50 NP -42.5-NP -415-NP 30.0 25.5 to NP -4.6 9.0 - -4-.0- 6.0 2.5 2.1 20 NP -9..0-16.0 $0-16.0 5.0 4.3 30 NP -12•..9 24.0 -12,-0-24.0 7.5 64 40 NP -16.032.0 16-.0 2.0 10.0 8.5 50 NP -20.0 40.0 -20@40.0 1.2.5 10.6 10 NP 3-5-NP -7-5--Np 5.5 4.7 20 NP i2. #5:0 NP 11. .4 9 30 NP z"�5 �NP NP 16.5 14.0 40 NO 30.0-NP 30:8 NP 22.0 18.7 D 50 NP r NP -39�NP 27.5 23.4 ' - - to NP NP NP NP NP 20 NP NP NP NP NP 30 NP NP NP.. NP NP 40 NP NP NP NP NP 50 NP NP NP NP NP 10 NP .NP NP 7.5 6A 20 NP NP NP- 15.0 12.6 Cripple wall below 30 NP NP NP 22.5 19.1 one- or t"Atorydwelling 40 NP NP NP- 30.0 25.5 50 NP NP NP 37.5 31.9 For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 foot=365 mm. I pound per square foot= 0.0479 kPa. a. Linem interpolation shall be pemlitted. b. WWI bracing ImlidD are based on a soil site elms'D" interpolation of bracing length between the S. values associated with the Seismic Design Categories shall be permitted when a site-spedlic Sa value is determined in accordance with Section 16I1.3 ofthc 1Paw m aroI Building Code. c. Method LIB shall have gypsum board fastened to m least non side with mile or screws per Table R6023(I) for exterior sheathing or Table R702.3.5 for interior gypwm baud. Spacing of fasNners at panel edges shall nut moved 8 inches. d, Method C&SFB applitra in SDC C only. e_ Methods OB and PCP braced well renal IdW ratio shell not exceed 11 in SDC DO. D1 or D2. Methods DAB. SFB. PBS. and HPS are not cremated In SDC DO. D1. (r) Table R602.10.4 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows: 49 TABLE R602.10A BRACING METHODS 1 CONNECTION CRITERIA' METROOS, MATERIAL WINNUM THICKNESS FIGURE _ FeatarlMe epeclnp I x 4 wood m Wood: 2-8d common nails Woud: per stud and approved metal straps of lop and bottom plates LIES Let -in -tracing at45s to 60a angles for 3-8d(2'!i"long x0. 113"dia.).nails Metal: mATimum l6" stud spacing Metal strop: per manufacturer Per manufacturer DWB %1(I"naminaDfor 2-8d(2'!r"longx0.113"dia.)nails Diagonal maximum24" OF Per stud wood boards stud spacing 2 - 111," long staples WSp ad common f21fTX0.1317 nails nvm - nee to panel atloe ': �.`.::...�^�r.�-ter 6"edges 12"field Wood hinichiml panel ',u T tllllll rlllAIII I , init%iaf - (See Section R6D4) 1S132" Sd common (21 tTWA 31) nails sheathing per 3/S" edea distance to panel edoe 6"edges 12"fe1 BV-{VSP' Wood Structural 4"at panel edges Panels with Stone 7/ a, Figure R602.10.65 Sd common (2'!a"x 0.131) nails 12"al intmmediale or Masonry Veneer supports 4^ at braced $ (See Section wall pawl end posts R602.10.6.5) 142"I009x U 12"ilia. (for'!z"thick_ - StructuralSFz '4"or uf."for sheathing) I3/a"long. x 0,12"dia.. fiberboard sheath- maximum 14 (fmu/.'thick sheathing) 3"edgos6"field yR"p- stud spacing galvanized rpofrng nmis or 8d common ing ON, long x 0. 131 'din,) nails Nails or screws per Table R6023(I)for For all braced wall exterior locations panel locations: 7" Gypsum hoard �1' `' �" edges (Including top and halt= plates) 7" Nails in screws per Table R702.3.5 for interim locations field PBS s!o or'/z^for Fail.", 6d common Particleboard maximum 16^ (2"long x 0.113" din.) nails 3"edges 6"field sheathing studs in 8 For Iz",8dcommon (See Seddon R605) - (2'!t"longx0.13d^dia)nails PCP SwScelion R703.6for 1'!r"long, ll gage,%,;'dia. headmols 6"o-c: on - framing Portland Portland maximum 16" or all plaster shad spacing rlr" long, 16 gage staples 9. members BPS '/ "fro maximum l6" formximu 0.042" dia., 0225"dia. head trails with Hardboard le length to accommodate d'!z' 4"edges 8"field panel siding penetration into studs ARW _. See Altemato '!s" See Section R602.10.6.1 Section R602.10.6.1 braced wall (continued) - - 50 TABLE 11602.114-aantlnued BRACING METHODS 1 CONNwnoNCRITERIA! METHODS, MATERUIL MKIRIM THICKNESS RGIRiE Festoons, spacing PFH fr Portal frame with ame '/a" See Section R602.10.6.2 See Section R602.10.6.2 hold-downs Al PFG Portal frame at garage !m" See Section R602.10.6.3 See Section R60110.63 F Y b CS-Wsp ad common ('21f2°x0.131) naffsridf-slteathing-peF. 6"Cdges 12"flekl H" ed dmtanceto anci ed a } Continuously sheathed WOW atmctural panel IQ? 8d common f2112"x0.1311 nails -In[CFittr sheathing-pef Ilgrjda�.-(gy�F — 319 a adlstanoeto abet e� 6"edges 12"Held Conlinuouslysheathed woodslrucfumlpaoel 4,. - Sce Method CS-WSP See Method CS-%VSP adjacenttogamge openings 15132" .L rrrr�i�i�i�i CS -PP - Conflnuouslyshealhed Sec Section R602.10.6.4 See Section R602.10.6.4 PIHW frame 102" a o l'1 "long x 0.12"dia. (forrla" thick u cS1gW != cr"",for sheathing) P/ "longx0.12"dia. Continuously sheathed maximum 16' (for �1k"thick sheathing) 3"edges6"Geld Stucturalliberboant stud spacing gals--drooling"Is or Sd common (2113"long x 0.131"(1ia) nails For SL I inch= 25A mm, I fool =305 mm, I degtea=0.0175 rad,.I pound per square fad -47.8 Nlm', I mile per hour=0.447 nos. a, Adhesive attachment of wall sheathing, including Method QS, shelf not bepermitted inScismic Design Categories C. Dw D, and Dr. - It. Applies to panels Nit to garage door opening when supporting gable end wall or roaf load only, Maynnlyice used on one wall of the garage. In Seismic Design Categories 1),D,and D% roof covering Arad Madmay nufcxceed3 Ind. - c. (IwW openings adjacent to aMelhud CW pand shall be provided with a header in eccurdmtee with Table R502.5(1). A full height clearopwing shall not bepermitted adjacent to a Method CS-0 panel. d. McMCSSPFt does aaapply in Seismic Designfamgodes Uw D, acid Diand in mere whom the wind speed exceeds 100 mph. a Methad applies to detached ax- and two-feruily dwellings inSidsmic Dosigu Categorics Da tbrough D_only. _ I. Methods GB hind PCP braced wall panel hNv ratio shell not exceed 11 in SDC DO. DI. a D2. Methods LIB. UAB. SFB. PBS. HPS. and PFG are not nmmdted in SDC D0. D1. or D2: a. Use of staples in braced we] Panels shag be prohibited in SDC D0. D1, w fY2 (s) Figure R602.10.6.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby amended to read as follows: PANEL LENGTH PER TABLE R802105 TOP PLATE SHALL SE CONTINUOUS OVER BRACED WALL PANEL 15f32" I 1 UN.-WWOOD FOR PANEL SPLICE OF NEEDED) STRUCTURAL PANEL ADJOINING PA14ELED698 SHALL MEET SHEATHING ON ONE FACE OVER AND BE FASTENED TO CON ON FRAMING MIN-2X4FRAdINGMIN. DOUBLE STUDS REOUIREO. 80 COMMON ORSAE . Oft NAU @ V O.C. AT PANEL EDGES. FOR SINGLE STORY AND @ 4' D.C. PANEL EDGES FOR THE FIRST OF 2 STORIES (2)HOLD-DOWN OR (2)STF7AP-TYPE ANCHORS PER TABLE 1IS02.10,8.1 (OM OF EACH SHOWN FOROIARRYI. -.. 3TU03 UNDER NEAOERAB REQUIRED -_ : _...:: - STRAP-TYPEANCHORS SHALLBE. .. PERMITTED TO BEATfACHED OVER THE WOOD STRUCWRALPA14EL 84 COMMON9R6AL�/-Bg1H NAIL$ ®1T PANEL MUST BE ATTACHED O.C. AT INTERIOR SUPPORTS TO CONCRETE FOOTING OR CONCRETE FOUNDATION WALL CONTINUOUSOVER. RAIN. REINFORCING OF FOUNDATION, BRACED WALL LINE ONE AFT BAR TOP AND BOTTOM, LAP BARS iEsMINIMUM. 2411 1 qL ''IT` (2) 117 DIAMETER ANCHOR i MINIMUM FOOTING SIZE UNDER EDLTS LOCATED BETWEEN OPENING IS IV X 12'.A 4URME13 BOW 4 6'AND12.OFEACHENDOF �.. THE.SEGMENT. FIGURE R602.10.6.1 METHOD ABW-ALTERNATE BRACED WALL PANEL (t) Figure R602.10.6.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 52 . X ENT OF HEADER W(M DOUBLE FORTAIFILR ES (TWO BRACED WALLPANELSI 2'-1O FINISHED WIDTH OF OPFNWO� FOR SINGLE OR DOU WE PORTAL TENSION STRAP PER PONY ALL d TABLE Ra02.10B.d(ON NEI T d OPPOSITE SIDE OFF y' --, I,: SHEATHING) W E HEADER I 6TEEL06ADERPR NI RED I IF NEEDE o, vANEL SPLICE EDGES SHALL PAST ENSHEATHINOTOHEAMERWNl E I OCCUR OVER AID BE Y� 35 I CONK ON OR OALW112ED BOX RAUIN 3. GRID vATR RRASSHOWU ! NAILED TO COUN ON BtOCKWG WITHIN Ig OI I MIDDLE 21. OF WALL p; HEADER TO JACKBTUD 37RM PER TALI MID -HEIGHT. ONE 4• 'q7'f RBOLlObd OM OWN SIDESOSOPEXnIO ROWOf3.O.C. 1!^: OPPOSITESMEOFSHEAIHINO it HARIND :I +NI b7 4I lMh� PANEL IH EACH PANEL EDGE. — MIN. DOUBLE YME YIII. {! 4I KWOODFRRUIN00012RE fYdi CTURALPAIIEL FRAM'.E a la a WITH ED COMMON OR ECOMIFON OROUTTUD8ZEDBOXNALS AT MNAMIZEDUQXNXLSA0 £RALIECONSTRUCTION- CONSAL TRUCTION `" YO.C.IN ALLFRAMING I,STUDS. BLOCMNO, AID 2-0 S LLS)T1v- BkE-2M-P0ff N"'. MIN. LENGTH OF PANFL P[0. TABLF 0.E21PS u NUMBER OF MAN SINIM NW. R)a2PP, LS STRAP.TYPE HOLOXIMMS (EMBEDDED INTO CONCRETE AND HAILED HIM FRAIINO) .. .. W: REINFORCING OF FOUNDATION, ONE B{BAR i0PAN080TT00 OF F0011110.1AP BAASHS' �M �0 MINOR "IMAE-7£-. AND MgLE& MIN. FOOTINGS@ UNDER OPENING IS12'X12-. ATU NECL DOWN SLAB SHA L BE PERNRTED AT DOOR OPENINGS MIN, O) SWINAMSTERARCHOR SOLT INSTATED PER wa3.1.a. WNH Y.X 2' X 111YPLATEMSHER FRONT ELEVATION ;.ItBiiC�]F FIGURE R602.10.6.2 METHOD PFH-PORTAL FRAME WITH HOLD-DOWNS AT DETACHED GARAGE DOOR OPENINGS FASTER TOP PLATE TO HEADER WITH TWO ,ROWS OF iE SINKER MARS AT SO.C.TYP. 15AY UNLO'S'WOOD STRUCTURAL PANEL SHEATHING 53 (u) Table R602.10.5 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby amended to read as follows: TABLE R602A0.6 MINIMUM LENGTH OF BRACED WALL PANELS METHOD (Sae Table N00210A) MINIMUM LENGTH' llrwhua) CONTRIBUTING LENGTH Onchae) wall Height a fed 9Nat 1OfaW 11feW 12W DWB, WSP, SPB, PBS, PCP, BPS, BV-WSP 48 48 48 53 58 Actual" GB 48 48 48 53 58 Double aided =Actual Single Sided -0.5 x Actual LIB 55 62 69 NP NP Actual' ABW SDC A. B and C, wind speed < 110 mph 28 32 34 38 42 48 SDC D„ D,_and Dv wind speed < 110 mph 32 32 34 NP NP Poi{ Supporting roofonly -ffr24 +-, 4 46-2q_ 48°24` -20-2f 48 Supporting one story and roof 24 24 24 27 29` 48 PPG 24 27 30 33d 36d 1.5 x Actual' CS-G 24- 27 30 -' 33. 36, Aclualb CS -PP 46-24 -H-24 26-24 22`-_ 2V Actual° Adjacent clear opening height (inches) CS-WSP, CS-8118 - <64 24 27 30 33 36 Actualb 68 26 27 30 33 36 72 27 27 30 33 36 76 30 29 30 33 36 80 32 30 30 33 36 84 35 32 32 33 36 88 38 35 33 33 36 92 43 37 35 35 36 96 48 41 38 36 36 100 — 44 40 38 38 104 — 49 43 40 39 108 — 54 46 43. 41 112 - — — 50 45 - 43 116 — - 55 48 45 - 120 — — 60-. 52 48 124 — — — 56 51 128 — — — 61 54 132 — — 66 58 136 — — — — 62 140 — — — — 66 144 — — — — 72 Por st, C inch= 25.4 min, I loot= 304,9 mm, I mite per hmrr= 0.447 ni& NP= Nut Permitted. a, Linear interpoinion shell be permilhd b. Use the actual length when it is greater gain or equal to the minimum length. c. Maximum header height for PFH is 10 feet in acconlartm with figure R602.106.% but wall height may be me cured to 12 feat with pony wall. it. Maximum opening height for PPO is t0 feet in accordance with Figure R602.10.63, but wall height may be increased to 12 feel with pony wall. e. Maximum opening height for CS-PF is 10 feel in accordance with Figure R602.10.6A, but wall height may be increased m 12 feel with pony wall. (v) Section R602.10.2.3 of the 2013 Edition of the California .Residential Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 54 R602.10.2.3 Minimum number of braced wall panels. Braced wall lines with a length of 16 feet (4877 mm) or less shall have a minimum of two braced wall panels of any length or one braced wall panel equal to 48 inches (1219 mm) or more. Braced wall lines greater than 16 feet (4877 mm) shall have a minimum of two braced wall panels. No braced wall panel shall be less than 48 inches in length in Seismic Design Category Do, DI, or D2. 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SgW w aYaJOMT 'WIERwa6X1 't " i,.• WM fµgpR PoM.IRATI e@mM,YR1I Y ,, r1AlGTOJONT •• PEXTq@IS OF.TfM.wDlUTide tIOT ai0931]1 WWD@M@CIYRALP.V:iL@NFATMNO W@RgWiP5D 8WC ORRW JOit 'VMw®�0 MW RAISED HOOD FLOOR.DUBRIAPOPIKIN W POM1IAL@HII.lNP10LRP@W@R BaHDMMY@paRDl FROM ELEVATION SECTION Far SI: 1 inch = 25.4 rom, 1 root= 3014.9 mm. FIGURE R602.10.6,4 METHOD CS-PF-CONTINUOUSLY SHEATHED PORTAL FRAME PANEL CONSTRUCTION (x) Section R602.10.9.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby deleted in its entirety: (y) Section R606.2.4 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 55 R606.2.4 Parapet walls. Unreinforced solid masonry parapet walls shall not be less than 8 inches (203 mm) thick and their height shall not exceed four times their thickness. Unreinforced hollow unit masonry parapet walls shall be not less than 8 inches (203 mm) thick, and their height shall not exceed three times their thickness. Masonry parapet walls in areas subject to wind loads of 30 pounds per square foot (1.44 kPa) or located in Seismic Design Category Do, D, or D2, or on townhouses in Seismic Design Category C shall be reinforced in accordance with Section R606.12. (z) Section 606.12.2.2.3 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby amended to read as follows: R606.12.2.2.3 Reinforcement requirements for masonry elements. Masonry elements listed in Section R606.12.2.2.2 shall be reinforced in either the horizontal or vertical direction as shown in Figure R606.11(3) and in accordance with the following: 1. Horizontal reinforcement. Horizontal joint reinforcement shall consist of at least one No. 4 bar spaced not more than 48 inches (1219 mm). Horizontal reinforcement shall be provided within 16 inches (406 mm) of the top and bottom of these masonry elements. 2. Vertical reinforcement. Vertical reinforcement shall consist of at least one No. 4 bar spaced not more than 48 inches (1219 mm). Vertical reinforcement shall be within 46-8 inches (406mm) of the ends of masonry walls. (aa) Exception to Section R602.3.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby amended to read as follows: Exception: In other than Seismic Design Category Do, D, or D2, a single top plate may be installed in stud walls, provided the plate is adequately tied at joints, corners and interesting walls by a minimum 3-inch-by-6-inch by a 0.036-inch-thick (76 mm by 152 mm by 0.914 mm) galvanized steel plate that is nailed to each wall or segment of wall by six 8d nails on each side, provided the rafters orjoists are centered over the studs with a tolerance of no more than 1 inch (25 mm). The top plate may be omitted over lintels that are adequately tied to adjacent wall sections with steel plates or equivalent as previously described. (bb) Section R803.2.4 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby amended to read as follows: R803.2.4 Openings in horizontal diaphragms. Openings in horizontal diaphragms shall conform with Section R503.2.4. (cc) Section R1001.3.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby amended to read as follows: R1001.3.1 Vertical reinforcing. For chimneys up to 40 inches (1016 mm) wide, four No. 4 continuous vertical bars adequately anchored into the concrete foundation shall be placed between wythes of solid masonry or within the cells of hollow unit masonry and grouted in accordance with Section R609. Grout shall be prevented from bonding with the flue liner so that the flue liner is free to move with thermal expansion. For chimneys more than 40 inches (1016 mm) wide, two additional No. 4 vertical bars adequately anchored into the concrete foundation shall be provided for each additional flue incorporated into the chimney or for each additional 40 inches (1016 mm) in width or fraction thereof. SECTION 36. Section 24.106 of Article XIV, Chapter 24, Building and Construction, of the Code of the City of Vernon is amended to read as follows: I•Y: Sec. 24.106. 2013 California Green Building Standards Code adopted. The City of Vernon hereby adopts by reference the 2013 California Green Building Standards Code, also known as CALGreen Code, as published by the California Building Standards Commission, California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 11, including applicable tables, indices, appendices, addenda and footnotes. The voluntary provisions in Appendix Chapter A-4 and Chapter A-5 are not adopted as mandatory compliance features at this time. Except as otherwise provided herein, or as later amended, said California Green Building Standards Code is hereby referred to and by such reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth and is hereby adopted by reference as the Green Building Standards Code of the City of Vernon. SECTION 36. Section 24.107 of Article XIV, Chapter 24, Building and Construction, of the Code of the City of Vernon is amended to read as follows: Sec. 24.107. Green Building Standards Code amendments, additions, and deletions. The 2013 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code is hereby amended as follows: (a) Section 101.12 is hereby added to the 2010 California Green Building Standards Code to read as follows: Section 101.12 Green building standards permit fee. Green Building Standards permit fees shall be set forth in a fee schedule adopted by resolution of the City Council. A reinspection fee may be assessed for each inspection or reinspection when such portion of the work for which an inspection is called is not complete or when corrections called for are not made. Reinspection fees may be assessed when the inspection record card is not posted or otherwise available at the work site, the approved plans are not readily available to the inspector, for failure to provide access on the date and time for which the inspection is requested, or for deviating from the plans requiring the approval of the building official. In instances where reinspection fees have been assessed, the city may deny additional inspection of the.work.until the required fees are. paid. (b) The definition of "sustainability" is hereby added to Section 202 of the 2013 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code in alphabetical order to read as follows: SUSTAINABILITY. Consideration of present development and construction impacts on the community, the economy, and the environment without compromising the needs of the future. (c) Section 301.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 301.1 Scope. Buildings shall be designed to include the green building measures specified as mandatory in this code. Voluntary green building measures are also included in this code and the application checklists and may be included in the design and construction of structures covered by this code, but are not required unless they are adopted by a city or county as specified in Section 101.7. (d) Section 301.1,1 of the 2013 Edition of the, California Green Building Standards Code is hereby amended to read as follows: Section 301.1.1 Additions and alterations. [HCD] The mandatory provisions of Chapter 4 shall be applied to additions r alterations of existing residential buildings. Code sections relevant to 57 additions and alterations shall only apply to the portions of the building being added or altered within the scope of the permitted work. (e) Section 5.408.3 of the 2013 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code is hereby amended to read as follows: 6.408.3 Excavated soil and land clearing debris [BSC] 100 percent of trees, stumps, rocks and associated vegetation and soils resulting primarily from land clearing shall be reused or recycled. For a phased project, such material may be stockpiled on site until the storage site is developed. Exception: Reuse, either on -or off -site, of vegetation or soil contaminated by disease or pest infestation. Notes: 1. If contamination by disease or pest infestation is suspected, contact the County Agricultural Commissioner and follow its direction for recycling or disposal of the material. (www.cdfa.ca.gov/exec/ county/county_contacts.html) 2. For a map of known pest and/or disease quarantine zones, consult with the California Department of Food and Agriculture. (www.cdfa.ca.gov) 3. Contaminated soil shall not be reused and shall be disposed of or remediated in accordance with relevant regulations. (f) Section 601.1 is added to the 2013 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code to read as follows: 601.1. This section lists the organization and standards that are referenced in various sections of this document. The standards are listed herein by the promulgating agency of the standard. (g) Section A4.105.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code is hereby amended to read as follows: A4.106.2 Reuse of materials. Use salvaged, refurbished or reused materials for a minimum of 2.5 percent of the total value, based on estimated cost of materials on the project. Materials which can be easily reused include but are not limited to the following: 1. Light fixtures 2. Plumbing fixtures 3. Doors and trim 4. Masonry (reused masonry may only be used for flatwork) 5. Electrical devices 6. Appliances 7. Foundations or portions of foundations Note: Reused material must be in compliance with the appropriate Title 24 requirements. (h) Section A4.106.5, Table A4.106.5.1(1), Table A4.106.5.1(2), Table A4.106.5.1(3) and Table A4.106.5.1(4) of the 2013 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code are hereby amended to read as follows: A4.106.6 Cool roof for reduction of heat island effect. Roofing materials for Tier 1 and Tier 2 buildings shall comply with this section. - 58 TABLE A4.1 06.6.1 (1) TIER 1 - LOW-RISE RESIDENTIAL MINIMUM 3-YEAR ROOF ^"".MATE AGED SOLAR THERMAL SLOPE ZON€ REFLECTANCE EMITTANCE SRI £ 2:12 43445 0.63 0.75 82 > 2:12 4045 0.20 0.75 27 TABLE A4.106.5.1(2) TIER 2 - LOW-RISE RESIDENTIAL MINIMUM 3-YEAR ROOF G' IMAT€ AGED SOLAR THERMAL SLOPE ZON€ REFLECTANCE EMITTANCE SRI £ 2:12 2, -, 10 0.68 85 85 > 2:12 2-,4-,-6--1-5 0.28 85 35 TABLE A4.106.5.1(3) TIER 1 - HIGH-RISE RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS. HOTELS. AND MOTELS MINIMUM 3- YEAR AGED ROOF GlIMAT€ SOLAR THERMAL SLOPE ZONE REFLECTANCE EMITTANCE SRI £ 2:12 49&14, 43-4-5 0.63 0.75 82 > 2:12 2---45 0.20 0.75 27 TABLE A4.106.5.1(4) TIER 2 - HIGH-RISE RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS, HOTELS, AND MOTELS MINIMUM 3- YEAR AGED ROOF CLIMATE SOLAR THERMAL SLOPE ZAN€ REFLECTANCE EMITTANCE SRI £ 2:12 2-45 0.68 0.85 85 > 2:12 2-4-5 0.28 0.85 35 (i) Section A4.303.4 of the 2013 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code is hereby amended to read as follows: A4.303.4 Nonwater supplied urinals and composting toilets. Nonwater supplied urinals or composting toilets are installed throughout the scope of the permit or comply with Sections 1101.1 thru 1101.8 of the California Civil Code, which ever is the most restrictive. 0) Section A4.404.3 of the 2013 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code is hereby amended to read as follows: A4.404.3 Building systems. Use premanufactured building systems to eliminate solid sawn lumber whenever possible. One or more of the following premahufactured building systems is used throughout: 59 1. Composite floor joist or premanufactu red floor framing system 2. Composite roof rafters or premanufactured roof framing system 3. Panelized (SIPS, ICF or similar) wall framinig system 4. Other methods approved by the enforcing agency (k) Section A4.405.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code is hereby amended to read as follows: A4.405.1 Prefinished building materials. Utilize prefinished building materials which do not require additional painting or staining. One or more of the following building materials that do not require additional resources for finishing are used: 1. Exterior trim not requiring paint or stain 2. Windows not requiring paint or stain 3. Siding or exterior wall coverings which do not require paint or stain (1) Section A4.405.4 of the 2013 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code is hereby amended to read as follows: A4.405.4 Use of building materials from rapidly renewable.sources. One or more of the following materials manufactured from rapidly renewable sources or agricultural by-products is used for a minimum of 2.5 percent of the total value, based on estimated cost of materials on the project: 1. Insulation 2. Bamboo or cork 3. Engineered products 4. Agricultural based products 5. Other products acceptable to the enforcing agency Note: The intent of this section is to utilize building materials and products which are typically harvested within a 10-year or shorter cycle. (m) Section A4.407.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California. Green Building Standards Code is hereby amended to read as follows: A4.407.1 Drainage around foundations. Install foundation and landscape drains which discharge to a dry well, sump, bioswale or other approved on -site location except when not required by state code or locally approved ordinance. (n) Sections A4.408.1 and A4.408.1.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code are hereby amended to read as follows: A4.408.1 Enhanced construction waste reduction. Nonhazardous construction and demolition debris generated at the site is diverted to recycle or salvage in compliance with one of the following: Tier 1. At least a 65 percent reduction Tier 2. At least a 75 percent reduction A4.408.1.1 Documentation. Deleted. (o) Section A5.106.4.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code is hereby amended to read as follows: A5.106.4.1 Short-term bicycle parking. If the project is anticipated to generate visitor traffic, W provide permanently anchored bicycle racks within 200 feet of the visitors' entrance, readily visible to passers-by, for 15 percent of visitor motorized vehicle parking capacity, with a minimum of one two -bike capacity rack. (p) Table A5.106.4.3 of the 2013 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code is hereby amended to read as follows: A5.106.4.3 Changing rooms. For buildings with over 10 tenant -occupants, provide changing/shower facilities for tenant -occupants only in accordance with Table A5.106.4.3 or document arrangements with nearby changing/shower facilities. TABLE A5.106.4.3 NUMBER 2-TIER (12" X 15" X OF SHOWER/CHANGING 72") PERSONAL TENANT- 0-10 1 unisex shower 1 11-50 1 unisex shower 2 51-100 1 unisex shower 3 101-200 1 shower stall per gender 4 Over 200 1 shower stall per gender for One 2-tier locker for each 200 additional tenant- each 50 additional occupants tenant -occupants Note: Additional information on recommended bicycle accommodations may be obtained from Sacramento Area Bicycle Advocates (q) Section A5.106.6,1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code is hereby amended to read as follows: A5.106.6.1 Reduce parking capacity. With the approval of the enforcement authority, employ strategies to reduce on -site parking area by 20% by one or both of the following: 1. Use of on street parking or compact spaces, illustrated on the site plan; or 2. Implementation and documentation of programs that encourage occupants to carpool, ride share or use alternate transportation. Note: Strategies for programs may be obtained from local TMAs. (r) Section A5.106.11.2, Table A5.106.11.2.2 and Table A5.106.11.2.3 of the 2013 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code are hereby amended to read as follows: A5.106.11.2 Cool Roof for reduction of heat island effect. Use roofing materials having a minimum aged solar reflectance and thermal emittance complying with Sections A5.106.11.2.1 and A5.106.11.2.2 or a minimum aged Solar Reflectance Index (SRI) complying with Section A5.106.11.2.3 and as shown in Table A5.106.11.2. 2 for Tier 1 or Table A5.106.11.2.3 for Tier 2. TABLE. A5.,106.1.1.2.2 [BSC] 61 TIER 1 MINIMUM 3-YEAR ROOF CLIMATE AGED SOLAR THERMAL SLOPE ZONE REFLECTANCE EMITTANCE SRI £ 2:12 1 - 16 0.63 0.75 82 > 2:12 1 - 16 0.20 0.75 27 TABLE A6.106.11.2.3 TIER 2 MINIMUM 3-YEAR ROOF CLIMATE AGED SOLAR THERMAL SLOPE ZONE REFLECTANCE EMITTANCE SRI £ 2:12 1 - 16 0.68 0.85 85 > 2:12 1 - 16 . 0.28 0.85 35 (s) Section A5.406.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code is hereby amended to read as follows: A6.406.1 Choice of materials. Compared to other products in a given product category, choose materials proven to be characterized by one or more of the following for a minimum of 5 percent of the total value, based on estimated cost of materials on the project. SECTION 37. Section 24.108 of Article XV, Chapter 24, Building and Construction, of the Code of the City of Vernon is amended to read as follows: Sec. 24.108. 2013 California Energy Code adopted. The City of Vernon hereby adopts by reference the 2013 California Energy Code, as published by the California Building Standards Commission, California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 6, including all of its tables, indices, appendices, addenda and footnotes subject, however, to the amendments, additions and deletions set forth in this article. Except as otherwise provided herein, or as later amended, said California Energy Code is hereby referred to. and by such reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth as the Energy Code of the City of Vernon. SECTION 38. Section 24.109 of Article XV, Chapter 24, Building and Construction, of the Code of the City of Vernon is amended to read as follows: Sec. 24.109. Energy Code amendments, additions, and deletions. The 2013 California Energy Code is amended as follows: (a) Paragraph (i) is hereby added to Section 100 of the 2010 California Energy Code to read as follows: (1) Energy permit fee. Energy permit fees shall be set forth in a fee schedule adopted by resolution of the City Council A reinspection fee may be assessed for each inspection or reinspection when such portion of the work for which an inspection is called is not complete or when corrections called for are not made. Reinspection fees may be assessed when the inspection record card is not posted or otherwise available at the work site, the approved plans are not readily available to the inspector, for failure to provide access on the date and time for which the inspection is requested, or for deviating from the plans requiring the approval of the building official. 62 In instances where reinspection fees have been assessed, the city may deny additional inspection of the work until the required fees are paid. SECTION 39. Sections 24.79 and 24.80 of Article XI of Chapter 24, Building and Construction, of the Code of the City of Vernon are hereby repealed and shall be referred to as sections to be reserved. Secs. 24.79 to 24.80. Reserved. SECTION 40. Findings and Justifications. Attached hereto as Exhibit A and by this reference incorporated herein, are the findings of fact of the City Council that justify local amendments and to the California Building Standards Code, Title 24 CCR, on the basis of specific local climatic, topographic or geologic conditions. Exhibit A is hereby expressly adopted and staff is hereby directed to submit said Exhibit A to the California Building Standards Commission as required by law. SECTION 41. Ordinances Repealed. Any ordinance, part of an ordinance, or code section in conflict with this Ordinance is hereby repealed. SECTION 42. Severability. If any chapter, article, section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase or word of this Ordinance or any part thereof is for any reason held to be unconstitutional or invalid or ineffective by any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity or effectiveness of the remaining portions of this Ordinance or any part thereof. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance and each chapter, article, section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more chapters, articles, sections, subsections, subdivisions, clauses, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, phrases or words be declared unconstitutional, or invalid, or ineffective. SECTION 43. Effect of Code on Past Actions and. Obligations. The adoption of this . Ordinance does not affect, any civil lawsuit instituted or filed: or prosecutions for ordinance violations committed on or prior to the effective date of this Ordinance, does not waive any fee or penalty due and unpaid prior to the effective date of this Ordinance. and does not affect the validity of any bond or.: cash deposit posted, filed or deposited pursuant to the requirements of any ordinance. SECTION 44. References to Prior Code. Unless superseded ;and expressly repealed; . references in City forms, documents and regulations to the chapters and sections of the:former Ordinance No. 1176, shall be construed to apply to the corresponding provisions contained within this Ordinance. Ordinance No. 1176 of the City of Vernon and all other ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby superseded and expressly repealed. SECTION 46. Penalty. Unless otherwise provided in the Vernon Municipal Code, any person violating any provision of this Ordinance shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof, shall be punished by a fine not exceeding one thousand dollars, or by imprisonment in jail for a term not exceeding six months, or both such fine and imprisonment. SECTION 46. Copies on File with City Clerk. Pursuant to Government Code Section 50022.6, one certified copy of each of the following; 2013 Fire Code, 2013 California Building: Code, 2013 California Electrical Code and 2006 Edition:of the ICC Electrical Code Administrative Provisions, 2013 California Mechanical Code, 2013 California Plumbing Code, 2013 California Existing Building Code, 2012 International Existing Building Code, 2013 California Residential Code, 2013 California Mechanical Code, 2013 California Plumbing Codei 2013 California Existing Building Code, 2012 International Existing. Building Code, 2013 California Residential Code, 2013 California Green Building Standards Code; and 2013 California Energy Code shall be made available for public inspection in the office of the City Clerk. SECTION 47. Book of Ordinances, The Interim •City. Clerk, or Deputy City. Clerk shall attest and certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and'shailcause this Ordinance and the Interim City Clerk's, or Deputy City Clerk's, certification to be entered in the Book of Ordinances of the Council of this City. The Interim City Clerk; or Deputy City Clerk, shall cause this ordinance to be published or posted as required by law. SECTION 48. Effective Date. This ordinance becomes effective shall be in fullforceon the thirty-first day after the passage thereof; provided, however that where complete plans for buildings have,been filed and are pending for building permits prior to the effective date of this Ordinance, permits may be issued, and the applicant may proceed with the construction in strict compliance with Ordinance No..1176, provided however that physical construction is started within one hundred eighty (180) days from the date of issuance of the permit and continued to completion according to said Ordinance No. 1176. ATTEST: APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 17th day of December 2013. Name;W Michael McCormick Clerk APPROVED AS TO FOF{M: lIjzi_Oi3 Christina R. $��ans99ne, Esq. Special Counsel -to the City 64 Title: Mayor J Mayor Pro-Tem STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) ) ss COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) I, ANA BARCIA, Deputy City Clerk of the City of Vernon, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance, being Ordinance No. 1217, was duly and regularly introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Vernon, held in the City of Vernon on Tuesday, November 19, 2013, and thereafter adopted at a meeting of said City Council held on Tuesday, December 17, 2013, by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers: Mayor McCormick, Mayor Pro-Tem Davis, Maisano, Martinez, Ybarra NOES: Councilmembers: None ABSENT: Councilmembers: None And thereafter was duly signed by the Mayor or Mayor Pro-Tem of the City of Vernon. Executed this J� day of December, 2013, at Vernon, California. ?� Ar( a ar is Deputy City erk (SEAL) -65- EXHIBIT A EXHIBIT A The Community Services and Fire Departments have recommended that changes and modifications be made to the Codes and have advised that certain said changes and modifications to the 2013 Editions of the California Fire, Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Existing Building, Residential, Green Building Standards, and Energy Code are reasonably necessary due to local conditions in the City of Vernon as described below. Although findings are not necessary for the 2006 ICC Electrical Code Administrative Provisions and the 2012 International Existing Building Code, they are also set forth herein to further clarify that they are reasonably necessary due to local conditions in the City of Vernon. Key to Justifications for Amendments to The 2013 California Building Standards Code A Administrative. Amendments are necessary for administrative clarification. They do not modify a Building Standard pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5, and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards throughout the City of Vernon. B Climatic. Amendments are justified on the basis of a local climatic conditions. The seasonal climatic conditions during the late summer and fall create severe fire hazards to the public health and welfare in the City of Vernon. The hot, dry weather in combination with Santa Ana winds results in extreme fire conditions for the community and increase the likelihood of fire spreading (conflagration) from one building to another. The aforementioned conditions combined with the geological characteristics of the county and near the City create hazardous conditions for which departure from the California Building Standards Code is required. C Geological. Amendments are justified on the basis of local geological conditions. The City of Vernon is subject to earthquake hazards caused by its location in an active seismic activity area. Faults which potentially cause seismic activity in the City include the Whittier Fault to the east, the Raymond Fault to the north, and the Newport -Inglewood Fault to the west. Said faults are generally considered major Southern California earthquake faults which may experience rupture at any time. Such geological conditions can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the City. Thus, because the City is within seismic area which includes the aforementioned earthquake faults within the County of Los Angeles and near the City, the modifications and changes cited herein are designed to better limit property damage as a result of seismic activity and to establish criteria for repair of damaged property following a local emergency. D Topographical. This amendment is justified on the basis of local topographical conditions. The City of Vernon is coupled with the density of buildings, limited setbacks, narrow access to buildings, narrow streets potentially create a problem for governmental agencies to respond to emergency conditions. Additionally, long periods of dry, hot weather, combined with unpredictable seasonal winds (Santa Ana wind conditions) result in increased exposure to fire risk. The heavy rains tend to over -saturate the soil for a short time period during the year, having a detrimental effect on in -ground structures 66 affected by varying moisture conditions. Fire Code Justification Rationale Section 104.7.2 Administrative This amendment provides investigation assistance when the fire code official requires reinforcement and validation of origin, cause, and circumstances of an emergency event or explanations to the threat or risk of an identified problem. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 104.12 Administrative Fire apparatus and personnel respond to numerous false alarm responses due to owner/occupants not maintaining their fire alarm and/or fire protection systems. The time taken to respond to these non - emergency incidents can limit the ability of emergency responders to be available for response to legitimate emergencies and calls for assistance. The City should have the ability to collect for this additional work with the rationale that the owner or responsible party will maintain their fire alarm and/or fire protection systems if a penalty is incurred for the false alarm. This change was previously adopted and included in ordinance 1177 104.13 Administrative, At times, vehicles are left positioned on thoroughfare Climatic, locations that restrict and block access to emergency Geological, vehicles. This act can impede the ability of emergency Topographical responders to arrive, investigate, and function at the scene of the incident on a timely basis, potentially causing more harm; damage, and property loss. Operators have the responsibility to position their vehicles in locations that will not hamper emergency responders from doing they're job. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177 104.14 Climatic, At times; stock, product, materials, and vehicles are left Geological, at sites that restrict and block access to emergency Topographical vehicles or obstruct ingress/egress to emergency personnel. This act can impede the ability of emergency responders to safety and quickly function at the scene of the incident, potentially causing more harm, damage, and property loss. Owners, occupants, and operators have the responsibility to position their product, materials, and vehicles in locations that will not hamper emergency responders from doing they're job. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177 104.15 Administrative Occasionally scheduled activities endorsed by property owners, their agents, and production companies occur at, locations and facilities in the City that require guidance and service in the preservation of life and property, Approving fire safety personnel, trained to 67 Fire Code Justification Rationale Section recognize and eliminate unsafe acts, prevent fires, and other hazardous actions will save life and property in the City. This change was previously adopted and included in ordinance 1177. 105.1.4 Administrative The City Council shall set forth the permit and plan review fees by resolution in order to ensure sufficient funds are collected for services provided. From time to time occupants construct and/or modify the structure, building, facility or operation without providing plans or obtaining a permit for the changes. The City should have the ability to collect for this investigational work. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 105.1.1 Administrative Certain activities historically have been hazardous at work locations. Operational permits annually regulate these activities to reduce or eliminate the risks, whereas construction permits direct the building or installation of specific operational systems or functions. Permits must be posted conspicuously, either permanently or for a limited time, for view by inspectors. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 105.6.25 Climatic, Large amounts of loose wood products are a fire Geological, hazard. Currently, this permit does not incorporate Topographical pallet storage. This addition will standardize storage practices at facilities that store substantial amounts of pallets in the City. This change was previously adopted and included in ordinance 1177. 105.6.48 Climatic, Currently, some activities or operations occur at Geological, locations that increase the potential for loss of life or Topographical property. This permit addresses these activities and operations by regulating safer practices at facilities in the City. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 105.7.15 Administrative, Currently, this permit is not listed in the CFC. The Climatic, addition of this construction permit will standardize the Geological, installation of high -piled combustible storage in racks Topographical along with the requirement of providing a floor plan. The addition of this requirement will direct safer storage within buildings and facilities. This change was adopted and included in Ordinance 1177 105.7.16 Climatic, __previously Unregulated installations of solar photovoltaic systems, Geological, garden, and landscaping located on the roofs of Topographical buildings can create conditions which severely hinder firefighting ventilation operations. Firefighting ventilation allows the escape of heat, smoke, and gases from the interior compartments of a building, reduces the chances of flashover condition, and greatly helps restore and maintain a tenable interior environment in a 68 Fire Code Justification Rationale Section building during a fire. In many firefighting situations, roof top vertical ventilation is the only form of ventilation that can be employed to meet the need to quickly and effectively ventilate a building's interior. Rapid ventilation is often a critical element in allowing firefighters to enter a burning building to search for and rescue occupants, control the spread of fire, and create a tenable environment to extend the time a person could survive within a burning building. In order to traverse a roof to place an effective ventilation opening near a fire, it is required that firefighters have access to the roof surface of a building. Firefighters utilize techniques including "sounding" roofs with tools such as a rubbish hook, cutting small inspection holes with power saws in roofs to check for extension, and by using infrared cameras to check for heat concentrations on the surface of a roof. Installing roof obstructions without regard for firefighting ventilation operations may prevent firefighters from safely traveling along strong underlying roof structural members. Installing layers of waterproofing, building material, soil, and vegetation to the surface of a roof will very likely delay or preclude firefighting roof top ventilation operations unless consideration for ventilation operations were incorporated into the layout design of the roof obstruction. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 11.77. 105.8 Administrative The permittee and/or its agents shall beheld responsible to.ensure its work complies with the code and with other regulations or laws adopted by the State and this responsibility should not be.shifted in any way to the City or its employees. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 113.6 Administrative This amendment provides the Fire Department with administrative provisions for the establishment and review of fees for services. This change was previously adopted and included in ordinance 1177. 113.7 Administrative Certain business operations create additional potential hazards at the workplace. These hazards are regulated by the fire code, and may require a specialized inspection. The City Council shall set forth the permit fees by resolution in order to ensure sufficient funds are collected for services provided. The City should have the ability to collect for this additional work. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 113.8 Administrative The City Council shall set forth the permit and plan 69 Fire Code Justification Rationale Section review fees by resolution in order to ensure sufficient funds are collected for services provided. From time to time permittees call for an inspection when the work has not been completed or is not performed in conformance with the plans causing the City to re- inspect the work. The City should have the ability to collect for this additional work. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 113.9 Administrative From time to time permittees call for an inspection when the work has not been completed or is not performed in conformance with the plans causing the City to re -inspect the work. The City should have the ability to collect for this additional work. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 114 Administrative, The owner, occupant and/or its agents shall be held Climatic, responsible to ensure that safety and preventative Geological, measures are provided for employees, visitors, and Topographical emergency responders by maintaining fire prevention within its buildings, facilities, storage and processes. If the owner or occupant does not comply with the established codes and regulations, fees and/or penalties can be imposed. The City should have the ability to recover the costs of these expenses from the violator(s). This change was previously adopted and included in ordinance 1177. 202 Administrative Definitions for fire chief and fire code official are imprecise. These modifications are specific to Vernon Fire Department. The definitions for awning, false alarm, fire safety officer and safety container were not included in section 2 of the CFC and are referenced in the adoptions, so by including them, the terms are identified. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 304.1.1.1 Administrative, Unregulated installations of solar photovoltaic systems, Climatic, garden, and landscaping located on the roofs of Geological, buildings can create conditions which severely hinder Topographical firefighting ventilation operations. Firefighting ventilation allows the escape of heat, smoke, and gases from the interior compartments of a building, reduces the chances of flashover condition, and greatly helps restore and maintain a tenable interior environment in a building during a fire. In many firefighting situations, roof top vertical ventilation is the only form of ventilation that can be employed to meet the need to quickly and effectively ventilate a building's interior.. Rapid ventilation is often a critical element in allowing firefighters to enter a burning building to search for and rescue occupants, 70 Fire Code Justification Rationale Section control the spread of fire, and create a tenable environment to extend the time a person could survive within a burning building. In order to traverse a roof to place an effective ventilation opening near a fire, it is required that firefighters have access to the roof surface of a building. Firefighters utilize techniques including "sounding" roofs with tools such as a rubbish hook, cutting small inspection holes with power saws in roofs to check for extension, and by using infrared cameras to check for heat concentrations on the surface of a roof. Installing roof obstructions without regard for firefighting ventilation operations may prevent firefighters from safely traveling along strong underlying roof structural members. Installing layers of waterproofing, building material, soil, and vegetation to the surface of a roof will very likely delay or preclude firefighting roof top ventilation operations unless consideration for ventilation operations were incorporated into the layout design of the roof obstruction. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 311.2.2 Climatic, Vacant premises that have fire protection systems Geological, installed must be required to maintain the systems to Topographical function in case of a fire. This change was previously adopted and included in ordinance 1177. 312.2 Administrative, The City of Vernon is an industrial city, with large Topographical trucks, tractor -trailers, and heavy equipment moving on public and private roadways and property. Occasionally large vehicles strike protective guard posts bending, breaking and pushing them against fire protection equipment, hazardous materials containers, and other specialized appliances the posts are designed to protect This code modification increases the - requirements of the guard posts, thus providing better protection of the. equipment. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 315.4.3 Climatic, Large amounts of loose wood products are a fire Geological, hazard. This addition will standardize storage practices Topographical at facilities that store substantial amounts of pallets in the City, and provide the fire department avenues to access the product piles if a fire occurs. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 315.4.4 Climatic, Significant volume pallet storage increases the potential Geological, for loss due to the increased fire load. Keeping pallet Topographical stacks organized and orderly will assist in limiting the potential for pallets falling over and restricting fire spread. This change was previously adopted and 71 Fire Code Justification Rationale Section included in Ordinance 1177. 315.4.4.1 Climatic, Combustible rubbish tends to accumulate around pallet Geological, stacks. These light fuels allow combustion to occur Topographical more readily if not cleaned up. Large amounts of pallet materials add to the fire hazard. This addition will standardize storage practices at facilities that stockpile substantial amounts of pallets in.the City, and provide the fire department avenues to access the product piles if a fire occurs. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 315.4.4.2 Climatic, Climatic, geologic, and topographic events or conditions Geological, may cause pallets to fall onto a structure/awing Topographical potentially causing serious injury or death & extensive property damage. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 503.2.1 Administrative, The Fire Department emergency vehicles are very large Topographical and difficult to maneuver when, restrictions are placed on them during incidents. Additionally, some vehicles have outrigger supports that extend the footprint of the vehicle beyond the prescribed access road dimensions in the current fire code. This code modification increases the requirements of the fire apparatus access roads, thus providing sufficient space for movement and placement of emergency equipment. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 505.1 Administrative, The City of Vernon is a industrial city, with large Topographical industrial building which may be set back from the public right-of-way, also with large trucks, tractor -trailers and heavy equipment. moving on public and private roadways and on property. The increase in the address numbers will provide better visibility for emergency res onset 507.5 Administrative, The City of Vernon has established standards for the Climatic, spacing of fire hydrants. This change was previously Geological, adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. Topographical 507.5.5 Administrative, The City of Vernon has established standards for Climatic, regulating the clear space around fire hydrants. This Geological, spacing standard assists in providing fire department Topographical apparatus direct access. to fire hydrants. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 901.4.7 Administrative, The City of Vernon is an industrial city, with large Topographical trucks, tractor -trailers, and heavy equipment moving on public and.private roadways and property. Occasionally large vehicles strike protective guard posts bending, breaking and pushing them against fire protection equipment, hazardous materials containers, and other 72 - Fire Code Justification Rationale Section specialized appliances the posts are designed to protect. This code modification increases the requirements of the guard posts, thus providing better protection of the equipment. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 2404.2 Climatic, This code was amended to include regulations for spray Geological, finishing operations that may occur outside. This Topographical change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 5601.1 Climatic, Allowing explosive materials in or near densely Geological, positioned structures along with a sizeable general Topographical population creates an untenable potential for the City and its business activities. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 5604.2.9.6.1 Climatic,, This code was amended to address storage and the Geological, separation from schools, and to define the volume of Topographical product stored. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 6101.4 Climatic, Inside storage or use of LP -gas creates problems that Geological, can compromise workplace safety and potentially cause Topographical or add to the danger of fire department personnel fighting fires. LP -gas cylinders have been struck, fallen over and been damaged, leaked and rocketed around, and exploded when exposed to heat and fire. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 6103.2.2.1 Climatic, Inside storage or use of LP -gas creates problems that Geological, can compromise workplace safety and potentially cause Topographical or add to the danger of fire department personnel fighting fires. LP -gas cylinders have been struck, fallen over.and been damaged, leaked and rocketed around, andexploded. when exposed to heat and fire. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 6104.1 Climatic, This code was amended to address storage and the Geological, separation from schools, and to define the volume of Topographical product stored. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. 6104.3.3 Climatic, Improperly positioned containers of pressurized Geological, flammable gas pose a significant fire and safety hazard Topographical to facilities, employees, and emergency responders. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. Appendix C Administrative Appendix C of the California Fire Code provides requirements for the locations and distribution of fire hydrants.. The City of Vernon currently establishes standards for Fire Hydrant Location and Distribution. The requirements within the Fire Code would conflict with the Cit ?s requirements; therefore it is 73 Fire Code Section Justification Rationale recommended that Appendix C of the California Fire Code be deleted. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. D103.1 Administrative Appendix D of the California Fire Code provides requirements for fire apparatus access roads. Previous City Codes have been amended to establish City regulations for Fire Access Road Turnarounds. The requirements within the Fire Code would conflict with the City's requirements; therefore it is recommended that Section D103.1 of Appendix D of the California Fire Code be amended to be in accordance with the City of Vernon standard. This change was previously adopted and included in Ordinance 1177. Amendments to the 2013 Editions of the California Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Existing Building, Residential, Green Building Standards, and Energy Codes, and the 2006 ICC Electrical Code Administrative Provisions and the 2012 International Existing Building Code, are found reasonably necessary based on the climatic, geological and/or topographical conditions cited above and for administrative clarification are listed as follows: Building Local Condition Explanation and Findings Code Section 105.8 Administrative Rationale —Section 105.8 establishes the responsibilities of the permittee ensuring that the work is carried out in accordance with the approved plans, the code and any other law or regulation. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety.Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. 110.7 Administrative Rationale — This section permits the City to charge a reinspection fees for .specific instances where the permittee has caused additional work for the City inspector and created the need for an additional site inspection. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. 111.1 Climatic, Rationale — Many buildings; within the City are left in unsafe Geological, condition when they are vacated, by the prior tenant. In order to Topographical ensure the safety of the next occupant the City must inspect the building to .determine if is safe to occupy in its current condition or 74 Building Local Condition Explanation and Findings Code Section if illegal work has been performed that must be properly permitted. In addition due to the uniqueness of business that operate in Vernon the City must ensure that the structure complies with the requirements of the code for the proposed occupancy. This may include proper number of plumbing fixtures, appropriate storage heights, proper fire systems and appropriate facilities to store or utilize hazardous materials. Because of these factors the City requires each new occupant to obtain a certificate of occupancy for its specific use. Findings - Adverse climatic conditions and strong winds such as those in existence in the City of Vernon increase the likelihood of fire spreading (conflagration) from one building to another; The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city; The density of buildings, limited setbacks, narrow access to buildings and narrow streets in the City of Vernon could potentially impact governmental agencies response to emergency conditions. 1505.1 Climatic Rationale — Section 1505.1 is amended to allow only certain classes of roofs to be installed to the City. Due the tight spacing of large industrial buildings, it appropriate that only roofs with fire resistive properties be installed in the city to reduce the potential of the spread of fire in.a wind storm Finding Adverse climatic conditions and strong winds such as those in existence in the City of Vernon increase the likelihood of fire.spreading (conflagration).from one building to another. 1507.3.1 Geological Rationale Section 1507.3.1 is amended to require concrete and clay tiles to be installed only over solid structural sheathing boards. The change.is necessary because there were numerous observations of the roofspulling away from wood framed buildings following the .1994 Northridge Earthquake. The SEAOSC/LA City Post Northridge Earthquake committee findings indicated significant problems with tile roofs was due to inadequate design and/or construction. Therefore, the amendment is needed to minimize such occurrences in the event of future significant earthquakes. Findings -The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. 75 Building Local Condition Explanation and Findings Code Section 1613.6.1 Geological Rationale - The inclusion of the importance factor in this equation has the unintended consequence of reducing the minimum seismic separation distance for important facilities such as hospitals, schools, police and fire stations from adjoining structures. The proposal to omit the importance factor from Equation 12.12-1 will ensure that a safe seismic separation distance is provided. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. 1613.7 Geological Rationale -Observed damages to one and two family dwellings of light frame construction after the Northridge Earthquake may have been partially attributed to vertical irregularities common to this type of occupancy and construction. In an effort to improve quality of construction and incorporate lesson learned from studies after .the Northridge Earthquake, the proposed modification to ASCE 7-10 Section 12.2.3.1 Exception 3 by limiting the number of stories and height of the structure to two stories will significantly minimize the impact of vertical irregularities and concentration of inelastic behavior from mixed structural systems. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. 1613.8 Geological Rationale - A joint Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC), Los Angeles County and Los Angeles City Task Force investigated, the performance. of concrete and masonry construction with flexible wood diaphragm failures after the. Northridge earthquake,. It was concluded at that time that continuous ties are needed at specified spacing to control cross grain tension in the interior of the diaphragm. Additionally, there was a need to limit subdiaphragm allowable shear loads to control combined orthogonal stresses within the diaphragm. Recognizing the importance and need to continue the recommendation made by the task force while taking into consideration the improve performances and standards for diaphragm construction today, this proposal increases the continuous tie spacing. limit to 40 ft in lieu of 25 ft and to use 75% of the allowable,code diaphragm shear to determine the depth of the sub -diaphragm in lieu of the 300 plf and is deemed appropriate and acceptable. Due to the frequency of this type of failure . during the past, . significant earthquakes, various 76 Building Local Condition Explanation and Findings Code Section jurisdictions within the Los Angeles region have taken this additional step to prevent roof or floor diaphragms from pulling away from concrete or masonrywalls. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code .adoption cycles. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. 1613.9 Geological Rationale - Due to the difficulty of fire suppression vehicles Topographical accessing winding and narrow hillside properties and the probabilities for future earthquakes in the Los Angeles region, this technical amendment is required to address the special needs for buildings constructed on hillside locations. A joint Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and both the Los Angeles County and Los Angeles City Task Force investigated the performance of hillside building failures after the Northridge earthquake. Numerous hillside failures resulted in loss of life and millions of dollars in damage. These criteria were developed to minimize the damage to these structures and have been in use by both the City and County of Los Angeles for several years with much success. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles.. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life .and structures in the city. The density of ,buildings, limited setbacks; narrow access to buildings and narrow streets ,in, the City of Vernon could potentially impact governmental agencies response to emergency conditions. . 1613.10 Geological Rationale - The California Building Code has little to no information regarding the safe design and construction requirements for ceiling suspension systems subject to seismic loads. It is through the experience of prior earthquakes, such as the Northridge Earthquake, that this amendment is proposed so as to minimize the amount of bodily and building damage within the spaces in which this type of ceiling will be installed. This proposed amendment complements ASCE 7-10 Chapter 13 Section 13.5.6.2.2 and the cited reference to ASTM E580. The amended requirements retained. herein are a continuation of portions of an amendment adopted during the previous code adoption cycles. 77 Building Local Condition Explanation and Findings Code Section Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. 1704.5 Geological Rationale -.The language in Section 1704.5 of the California Building Code permits the owner to employ any registered design professional to perform structural observations with minimum guideline. However, it is important to recognize that the registered design professional responsible for the structural design has thorough knowledge of the building he/she designed. By requiring the registered design professional responsible for the structural design or their designee who were involved with the design to observe the construction, the quality of the observation for major structural elements and connections that affect the vertical and lateral load resisting systems of the structure will greatly be increased. Additional requirements are provided to help clarify the role and duties of the structural observer and the method of reporting and correcting observed deficiencies to the building official. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. 1704.5.1 Geological Rationale - With the higher seismic demand placed on buildings and structures in this region, the language in Section 1704.5.1 of the California Building Code would permit many low-rise buildings and structures with complex, structural elements to be constructed without the benefit of a structural observation..By requiring, a registered design professional to observe the construction, the quality of the observation for major structural elements and connections that affect the vertical andlateralload resisting systems of the structure. will. greatly be increased. An exception is provided to permit simple structures andbuildings to be excluded. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. 1704.5.3 Geological Rationale - Results from studies after the 1994 Northridge Earthquake indicated that a lot. of the damage was attributed to a lack of quality control during construction resulting in poor performance of the building or structure. Therefore, the proposed amendment requires special inspection for concrete with a compressive strength greater than 2,500 pounds per 78 Building Local Condition Explanation and Findings Code Section square inch. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. , Table Administrative Rationale - The requirements for the special inspection of 1705.3 concrete are contained in Table 1705.3, including the installation of anchors in concrete. The table currently references the 2008 Edition of the ACI 318. Appendix D9.2 has been revised in the 2011 Edition of the ACI 318 specifically to address the inspection of concrete anchors, both adhesive and mechanical anchors. Table 1705,3,is being amended to reflect the new provisions in the 2011 Edition of the ACI 318. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification. It does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958 and 18941.5 of the California Health and Safety Code and does not require an express finding to be made pursuant to Sections 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment established administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards and therefore need to be incorporated into the code to assure that new buildings and structures and additions or alterations to existing buildings or structures are.designed and constructed in accordancewith the scope and. objectives of the International Building Code, 2,500,psi to improve quality. of control.during construction and therefore need to be.. incorporated into the code to assure that new buildings and. structures and additions, or alterations to existing buildings or structures are designed and constructed in accordance with the scope and objectives of the International Building Code. ; 1705.11 Geological Rationale -In Southern California, very few detached one-ortwo- family dwellings not exceeding two stories above grade plane are built as "box -type" structures, especially those in hillside areas and near the oceanfront. Many steel moment frames or braced frames and/or cantilevered columns within buildings can still be shown as 'regular" structures by calculations. With the higher seismic demand placed on buildings and structures in this region, the language,in..Section 1705.11 Exception 3 of the California Building Code would permit many detached one- or two-family dwellings not exceeding :two stories, above. grade plane with complex.structural elements to be. constructed withoutthe benefit of special, inspections. -By•requiring special inspections, the quality of major structural elements and connections that affect 79 Building Local Condition Explanation and Findings Code Section the vertical and lateral load resisting systems of the structure will greatly be increased. The exception should only be allowed for detached one- or two-family dwellings not exceeding two stories above grade plane assigned to Seismic Design category A, B and C. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. 1711.1.1, Administrative Rationale - ASTM D 1760-06 contains exactly the same 1711.1.2 standard test methods as ASTM D 1761-88 (2000) e1 except and for joist hangers. Standard test methods for joist hangers found Chapter 35 in former ASTM D 1761-,88 (2000)e1 sections 41 to 50 were removed from ASTM D 1761-06 due to their inclusion and update in the new standard ASTM D 7147-05 Standard Specification for Testing and Establishing Allowable Loads of Joist Hangers. Nonetheless, both the 2009 and 2012 editions of the IBC reference ASTM D1761-2006 for this testing. As a result, testing of joist hangers no longer has a valid reference standard. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification. It does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958 and 18941.5 of the California Health and Safety Code and does not require an express finding to be made pursuant to Sections 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment established administrative standards for the effective enforcement, of building standards and therefore need to be incorporated into the code to assure that new buildings.and structures and additions or alterations to existing ,buildings or structures are designed: and constructed in accordance with the scope and. objectives. of the International Building Code. 1807.1.4 Climatic and Rationale - No substantiating data has been provided to show Geological that wood foundation systems are effective in supporting buildings and structures during a seismic event while being subject to deterioration caused by the combined detrimental effects of constant moisture in the soil and wood -destroying organisms. Wood foundation systems not properly treated and protected against deterioration, have performed very poorly and have led to slope failures. Most contractors are typically accustomed to construction in dry and temperate weather in the Southern California region and are not generally familiar with the necessary. precautions and .treatment of wood that makes it suitable for both. seismic events and wet applications. The proposed amendment takes the precautionary steps to reduce or so Building Local Condition Explanation and.Findings Code Section eliminate potential problems that may result in using wood foundation systems that experience relatively rapid decay due to the fact that the region does not experience temperatures cold enough to destroy or retard the growth and proliferation of wood - destroying organisms. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. Findings -Adverse climatic conditions and strong winds such as those in existence in the City of Vernon increase the likelihood of fire spreading (conflagration) from one building to another. The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults 'that .can. create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. 1807.1.6 Geological Rationale - With the higher seismic demand placed on buildings and structures in this region, it is deemed necessary to take precautionary steps to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result by following prescriptive design provisions that does not take into consideration the surrounding environment. Plain concrete performs poorly in withstanding the cyclic forces resulting from seismic events. In addition, no substantiating data has been provided to show that under -reinforced foundation walls are effective in resisting seismic loads and may potentially lead to a higher risk of failure. It is important that the benefit and expertise ofa registered .design professional be obtained to properly analyze the, structure and. take .these issues into consideration. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. - 1809.3 Geological Rationale - With the higher seismic demand placed on buildings and structures in this region, precautionary steps are proposed to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result for under reinforced footings located on sloped surfaces. Requiring minimum reinforcement for. stepped footings is intended to address the problem of poor performance of plain or under - reinforced footings during a seismic event. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code,adoption cycles. - Findings - The City of Vernon is.affected by the nearby location of earthq uake faults, that can create tremendous ;loss of life and Building Local Condition Explanation and Findings Code Section structures in the city. 1809.7 and Geological Rationale - No substantiating data has been provided to show Table that under -reinforced footings are effective in resisting seismic 1809.7 loads and may potentially lead to a higher risk of failure. Therefore, this proposed amendment requires minimum reinforcement in continuous footings to address the problem of poor performance of plain or under -reinforced footings during a seismic event. With the higher seismic demand placed on buildings and structures in this region, precautionary steps are proposed to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result by following prescriptive design provisions for footing that does not take into consideration the surrounding environment. It was important that the benefit and expertise of a registered design professional be obtained to properly analyze the structure and take these issues into consideration. This amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed ,in the 1994 Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. Findings -The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. 1809.12 Climatic and Rationale - No substantiating, data has been provided to show Geological that timber footings are effective in supporting buildings and structures during a seismic. event, especially while being subjected to,deterioration caused; by the combined, detrimental effects of moisture in the Wil.and wood -destroying organisms. Timber footings, when they are not properly treated and protected against deterioration, have performed very, poorly. Most contractors are typically accustomed to construction in dry and temperate weather in the Southern California region and are not generally familiar with the necessary precautions and treatment of wood that makes it suitable for both seismic event and wet applications. The proposed amendment takes the precautionary steps to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result by using timber footings that experience relatively rapid decay due to the face that the region does not experience temperatures cold enough to destroy or retard the growth and proliferation of wood - destroying organisms. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. Findin s - Adverse climatic conditions and strong winds such as 82 Buildina Local Condition _Explanation and Findings Code Section those in existence in the City of Vernon increase the likelihood of fire spreading (conflagration) from one building to another. The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. 1810.3.2.4 Climatic and Rationale - No substantiating data has been provided to show Geological that timber deep foundation is effective in supporting buildings and structures during a seismic event while being subject to deterioration caused by the combined detrimental effect of constant moisture in the soil and wood -destroying organisms. Timber deep foundation, when they are not properly treated and protected against deterioration, has performed very poorly. Most contractors are typically accustomed to construction in dry and temperate weather in the Southern California region and are not generally familiar with the necessary precautions and treatment of wood that makes it suitable for both seismic event and wet applications. The proposed amendment takes the precautionary steps to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result by using timber deep foundation that experience relatively rapid decay due to the face that the region does not experience temperatures cold enough to destroy or retard the growth and proliferation of wood -destroying organisms. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. . Findings - Adverse climatic, conditions and strong winds such as those in existence in the City.of Vernonincrease the likelihood of fire spreading (conflagration) from one building to another. The City .of Vernon is affected by.the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendousJoss of life and structures in the city. 1905.1.3 Geological Rationale - The design provision for wall pier detailing was originally introduced by SEAOC in 1987 to legacy Uniform Building Code (UBC) and was included in the 1988 UBC through the 1997 UBC (2002 CBC). The wall pier detailing provision prescribed under Section 1905.1.4 was intended for high seismic zones equivalent to current Seismic Design Category D, E or F. Section 1905.1.3 was added as a complement of wall pier detailing in Seismic Design Category C (formerly seismic zones 2A and 2B under the legacy model code). ACI 318 Commentary R 21.1.1 emphasized "it is essential that structures assigned to higher Seismic Design Categories possess a higher degree of toughness', and further encourages. practitioners to use special structural walls stem in regions of high seismic risk. ASCE 7 83 ... Building Local Condition Explanation and Findings Code Section Table 12.2-1 permits intermediate precast structural wall system in Seismic Design Category D, E or F. Current Section 1905.1.3 does not limit to just structures assigned to Seismic Design Category C. The required shear strength under 21.3.3, referenced in Section 21.4.6, is based on Vu undereither nominal moment strength or two times the code prescribed earthquake force. The required shear strength in 21.6.5.1, referenced in Section 21.9.8.2 (IBC 1905.1.4), is based on the probable shear strength, Ve under the probable momentstrength, MPS. In addition, the spacing of required shear reinforcement is 8 inches on center under Section 21.4.6 instead of 6 inches on center with seismic hooks at both ends under Section 21.9.8.2. Requirement of wall pier under Section 21.9.8.2 would enhance better ductility. By virtue of ACI 318 Section 21.1.1.7(d), intermediate precast structural walls designed under Section 21.4, material requirements intended under provisions 21.1.4, 21.1.5, 21.1.6, and 21.1.7 would be excluded for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F. Clarification of ACI 318 Chapter21 is needed to ensure that structural walls designed under ASCE 7 Table 12.2-1 using the intermediate wall panel category would conform to ductility requirements comparable to special structural wall; and conformance to the long standing practice of ACI 318 to impose special requirements for high seismic design regions. Whereas new ACI 318 section 21.4.4 extends requirement for wall piers be designed in accordance with 21.9 or 21.13. This amendment gives explicit requirement under which design and detailing need to conform to special structural wall system provision in ACI-318 Section 21.9, which covers both cast -in - place as well as precast. This amendment further gives building officials the tools to enforce minimum life safety building performance under earthquake forces in Seismic Design Category D, E or F. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. Current practice in commercial buildings constructed using precast wall panel systems have large window and door openings and/or narrow wall piers. Wall panels varying up to three stories high with openings resembles wall frame which is not currently recognized under any of the defined seismic -force resisting systems other than consideration of structural wall system. Conformance to special structural wall system design and detailing of wall piers ensures minimum life safety performance in resisting earthquake forces for structures in Seismic Design Category D, E or F. Proposed modification separates wall piers designed for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category C from those assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F. 84 Building Local Condition Explanation and Findings Code Section This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. 1905.1.8 Geological Rationale - This proposed amendment requires minimum reinforcement in continuous footings to address the problem of poor performance of plain or under -reinforced footings during a seismic event. This amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. 1905.1 and Geological Rationale - This amendment is intended to carry over critical 1905.1.10 provisions for the design of concrete columns in moment frames thru from the legacy 1997 Uniform Building Code. Increased 1905.1.12 confinement is critical to the integrity of such columns and these modifications ensure that it is provided when certain thresholds are exceeded, In addition,, this amendment carries over from the, legacy 1997 Uniform. Building: Code.:a :critical provision for the design of concrete,shear.walls..It essentially limits the use of very highly gravity -loaded walls in being included in the seismic load resisting system, since their failure could.have.catastrophic effect on the building. Furthermore, this amendment was incorporated in the code based on observations from the 1994 Northridge Earthquake. Rebar placed in very thin concrete topping slabs have been observed in some instances to have popped out of the slab due to insufficient concrete coverage. This modification ensures that critical boundary and collector rebars are placed in sufficiently thick topping slab to prevent. buckling of such reinforcements. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. Findings -The City: of Vernon is.affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and -85 - Building Local Condition Explanation and Findings Code Section structures in the city. 2304.9.1 Geological Rationale - Due to the high geologic activities in the Southern California area and the expected higher level of performance on buildings and structures, this proposed local amendment limit the use of staple fasteners in resisting ortransferring seismic forces. In September 2007, limited cyclictesting data was provided to the ICC Los Angeles Chapter Structural Code Committee showing that stapled wood structural shear panels do not exhibit the same behavior as the nailed wood structural shear panels. The test results of the stapled wood structural shear panels appeared much lower in strength and drift than the nailed wood structural shear panel test results. Therefore, the use of staples as fasteners to resist or transfer seismic forces shall not be permitted without being substantiated by cyclic testing. This proposed amendment is a continuation of a similar amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. 2304.11. Climatic and Rationale - No substantiating data has been provided to show Geological that wood used in retaining or crib walls are effective in supporting buildings and structures during a seismic event while being subject to deterioration caused by the combined detrimental effect of constant moisture in the soil and wood - destroying organisms. Wood used in retaining or crib walls, when they are not properly treated and protected against deterioration, have performed very poorly. Most contractors are typically accustomed to construction in dry and temperate weather in the Southern California region and are not generally familiar with the necessary precautions and treatment of wood that makes it suitable for both seismic . event. and wet applications. The proposed amendment takes the precautionary steps to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result by using wood in retaining or crib walls that experience relatively rapid decay due to the face that the region does not experience temperatures cold enough to destroy or retard the growth and proliferation of wood - destroying organisms. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. Due to the high geologic activities in the Southern California area and the expected higher level of performance on buildings and structures, this proposed local amendment limit the use of staple fasteners in resisting or transferring seismic forces. In September 2007, limited cyclic testindata .was provided to the [CC Los -86' Building Local Condition Explanation and Findings Code Section Angeles Chapter Structural Code Committee showing that stapled wood structural shear panels do not exhibit the same behavior as the nailed wood structural shear panels. The test results of the stapled wood structural shear panels appeared much lower in strength and drift than the nailed wood structural shear panel test results. Therefore, the use of staples as fasteners to resist or transfer seismic forces shall not be permitted without being substantiated by cyclic testing. This proposed amendment is a continuation of a similar amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. Findings - Adverse climatic conditions and strong winds such as those in existence in the City of Vernon increase the likelihood of fire spreading (conflagration) from one building to another. The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. 2304.5 Geological Rationale - The overdriving of nails into the structural wood panel still remains a concern when pneumatic nail guns are used for wood structural panel shearwall nailing. Box nails were observed to cause massive and multiple failures of the typical 3/8-inch thick plywood during the 1994.Northridge Earthquake. The use of clipped head nails as allowed in Table Al of AFPrA SDPWS footnote referencingto ASTM F1667, continues to be restricted from being used in wood structural panel shear walls where the minimum nail head size must be maintained in order to minimize nails from pulling through. sheathing materials. Clipped or mechanically driven nails used in wood. structural panel shear wall construction were.:fou.nd to perform, much less in previous wood structural panel shear wall testing done at the University of California Irvine. The existing.test results. indicated that, under cyclic loading, the wood struptural panel shear walls were less energy, absorbent and less ductile. The panels reached ultimate load capacity and failed at substantially less lateral deflection than those using same size hand -driven nails.This amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance. observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures,in.the city. 87 Building Local Condition Explanation and Findings Code Section 2305.5 Geological Rationale - ICC-ES AC 155 Acceptance Criteria for Hold- downs (Tie -Downs) Attached to Wood Members is widely used to establish allowable values for hold-down connectors in evaluation reports. AC 155 uses monotonic loading to establish allowable values. Yet, cyclic and dynamic forces imparted on buildings and structures by seismic activity cause more damage than equivalent forces that are applied in a monotonic manner. However, the engineering, regulatory and manufacturing industries have not reached consensus on the appropriate cyclic or dynamic testing protocols. This condition is expected to continue for some time. In the interim, this proposed amendment continues to limit the allowable capacity to 75% of the evaluation report value to provide an additional factor of safety for statically tested anchorage devices. Steel plate washers will reduce the additional damage that can result when hold-down connectors are fastened to wood framing members. This amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles with additional editorial revisions for clarification. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. 2306.2 Geological Rationale -.The Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the damages to buildings and structures during the. 1994 Northridge Earthquake .recommended reducing allowable shear values in wood structural, panel shear walls or diaphragms that were not substantiated by cyclic testing. That recommendation was consistent with a report to the Governor from the Seismic Safety Commission of the State of California recommending that code requirements be "more thoroughly substantiated with testing." The allowable shear values forwood structural panel shear walls or diaphragms fastened with staples are based on monotonic testing and does not take into consideration that earthquake forces load shear wall or diaphragm in a repeating and fully reversible manner. In September 2007, limited cyclic testing was conducted by a private engineering firm to determine if wood structural panels fastened with staples would exhibit the same behavior as the wood structural panelsfastened' with common nails. The test result revealed that wood structuralpanel fastened with staples 88 ., Buildina Local Condition Explanation and Findings Code Section appeared to be much lower in strength and stiffness than wood structural panels fastened with common nails. It was recommended that the use of staples as fasteners for wood structural panel shear walls or diaphragms not be permitted to resist seismic forces in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E and F unless it can be substantiated by cyclic testing. Furthermore, the cities and county within the Los Angeles region has taken extra measures to maintain the structural integrity of the framing of shear walls and diaphragms designed for high levels of seismic forces by requiring wood sheathing be applied directly over the framing members and prohibiting the use of panels.,: -placed , over . gypsum sheathing. This proposed amendment is intended to prevent the undesirable performance of nails when gypsum board softens due to cyclic earthquake displacements and the nail ultimately does not have any engagement in a solid material within the thickness of the gypsum board. This proposed amendment continues the previous amendment adopted during the 2010 code adoption cycle. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. 2306.3 Geological Rationale - The Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the; Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the damages to buildings and structures during the 1994 Northridge Earthquake recommended reducing allowable shear .values in wood structural panel shear walls or diaphragms that were not substantiated by cyclic testing. That recommendation was consistent with a report to the Governor from. the Seismic Safety Commission of the State of California recommending that code requirements be "more thoroughly substantiated with testing." The allowable shear values for wood structural panel shear walls or diaphragms fastened with stapled nails are based on monotonic testing and does not take into consideration that earthquake forces load shear wall or diaphragm in a repeating and fully reversible manner. In September 2007, limited cyclic testing was conducted by a private engineering firm to determine if wood structural panels fastened with stapled. nails would exhibit the same behavior as the wood structural panels fastened with common nails. The test result revealed that wood structural panel fastened with stapled nails appeared to be:much_lower in strength, and stiffness than 89 Building Local Condition Explanation and Findings Code Section wood structural panels fastened with common nails. It was recommended that the use of stapled nail as fasteners for wood structural panel shear walls or diaphragms not be permitted to resist seismic forces in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E and F unless it can be substantiated by cyclic testing. Furthermore, the cities and county within the Los Angeles region has taken extra measures to maintain the structural integrity of the framing of shear walls and diaphragms designed for high levels of seismic forces by requiring wood sheathing be applied directly over the framing members and prohibiting the use of panels placed over gypsum sheathing. This proposed amendment is intended to, prevent the undesirable performance of nails when gypsum board softens due to cyclic earthquake displacements and the nail ultimately does not have any engagement in a solid material within the thickness of the gypsum board. This proposed amendment continues the previous amendment adopted during the 2010 code adoption cycle. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. 2308.3.4 Geological Rationale - With the higher seismic demand placed on buildings and structures in this region, interior walls can easily be called upon to resist over half of the seismic loading imposed on simple buildings or structures.. Without a continuous foundation to support the braced wall line; seismic.loads would be transferred through other elements such as non-structural concrete slab floors, Wood floors, etc. The proposed change is to limit the use of the exception to structures assigned to Seismic Design Category A; B or C where lower seismic demands are expected. Requiring interior braced walls be supported by continuous foundations is intended to reduce or eliminate the poor performance of buildings or structures. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures inthecity. 2308.9.3.1, Geological Rationale - 3/8" thick, 3 ply=plywood, shear walls: experienced 2308.9.3.2 many failures during the Northridge Earthquake. Box nails were Building Local Condition Explanation and Findings Code Section and Figure observed to cause massive and multiple failures of the typical 2308.9.3.2 3/8" thick 3-ply plywood during the Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment specifies minimum sheathing thickness, nail size and spacing so as to provide a uniform standard of construction for designers and buildings to follow. This is intended to improve the performance level of buildings and structures that are subject to the higher seismic demands and reduce and limit potential damages to property. This proposed amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults 'that cane create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. Table 2308.12.5 Geological Rationale - This proposed amendment specifies minimum sheathing thickness and nail size and spacing so as to provide a uniform_ standard of construction for designers and buildings to follow. This is intended to improve the performance level of buildings and structures that are subject to the higher seismic demands placed on buildings or structure in this region. This proposed amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles. City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during: previous code adoption cycles. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. 2308.12.5 Geological Rationale - This proposed,.amendinent is intended to improve the performance level of buildings and structures that are subject to the higher seismic demands placed on buildings or structure in this region. This proposed amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the .city. Building Local Condition Explanation and Findings Code Section 2609 Climatic Rationale - Light transmitting roof panel are dangerous to fire fighters. Given the large size of buildings in Vernon, smoke from a fire during windstorm event may mask the location of these roof panels that may have been weaken by a fire causing them to collapse if they were to be stepped on. Findings - Adverse climatic conditions and strong winds such as those in existence in the City of Vernon increase the likelihood of fire spreading (conflagration) from one building to another. 2610.9 Climatic Rationale - Skylights can be dangerous to fire fighters. Given the large size of buildings in Vernon, smoke from a fire during windstorm event may mask the location of skylights that may have been: weaken by a fire causing them to collapse if they were to be stepped on. Therefore the proposed amendment provides additional protections to resolve these concerns Findings - Adverse climatic conditions and strong winds such as those in existence in the City of Vernon increase the likelihood of fire spreading (conflagration) from one building to another. J101 Administrative Rationale - This proposed amendment sets forth administrative provisions for the issuance of grading permits and provides safeguards for neighboring properties and the public. It also establishes that all grading permits must also comply with the provisions.of Chapter 21 of the City code. Chapter 21 set forth the NPDES provisions that must be met in order to comply with the City's MS4 permit. Findings - This amendment is necessary for .administrative clarification and does not modifya Building Standards pursuantto Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. Electrical Local Explanation and Findinas Code Condition Article 110.14(A) Climatic, Rationale —Aluminum conductors expand and contract with heat. Geological, In order to ensure that proper connections are maintained for the Topographical life of the service compression terminals are required. Findings - Adverse climatic conditions and strong winds such as those in existence in the City of Vernon; increase the likelihood of fire spreading (conflagration) from one building to another; 92 Electrical Local Explanation and Findings Code Condition Article The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city; The density of buildings, limited setbacks, narrow access to buildings and narrow streets in the City of Vernon could potentially impact governmental agencies responseto emergency conditions. 200.6 Climatic, Rationale — Ground wiring coloring should be consistent to avoid Geological, confusion, potential hazards and permits electricians to easily Topographical recognize what type of system they are working on. The color coding that is being amended is consistent with industry standards. Findings - Adverse climatic conditions and strong winds such as those in existence in the City of Vernon increase the likelihood of fire spreading (conflagration) from one building to another; The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city; The density of buildings, limited setbacks, narrow access to buildings and narrow streets in the City of Vernon could potentially impact governmental agencies response to emergency conditions. 230.22 Climatic,.. Rationale —The amendment increas a's the physical integrity of the Geological„ , service. entry greatly reducing the potential of a fire hazard from Topographical exposed cable. Findings - Adverse climatic conditions and strong winds such as those in existence in the City of Vernon increase the likelihood of fire spreading (conflagration) from, one, building to another; The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous toss of life and structures in the city; The density of buildings, limited setbacks, narrow access to buildings and narrow streets in the City of Vernon could potentially impact governmental agencies response to emergency conditions. 334.10(3), Climatic, Rationale — Romex is a substandard wiring method in (4) and (5) Geological, commercial/industrial setting„ The unprotected cable can easily Topographical be damaged creating,a.fire hazard. _Therefore it should only be permitted in dwelling occupancies. Findings - Adverse climatic conditions and strong winds such as those in existence in the City of Vernon increase the likelihood of Electrical Code Article Local Condition Explanation and Findinas fire spreading (conflagration) from one building to another; The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city; The density of buildings, limited setbacks, narrow access to buildings and narrow streets in the City of Vernon could potentially impact governmental agencies response to emergency conditions. 2006 ICC Local Explanation and Findings Electrical Condition Code Administrative Provisions Section 303.1 Administrative Rationale - Many buildings within the City are left in unsafe condition when they are vacated by the prior tenant. In orderto ensure the safety of the next occupant the City must inspect the building to determine if is safe to occupy in its current condition or if illegal work has been performed that must be properly permitted. In addition due to the uniqueness of business that operate in Vernon the City must ensure that the structure complies with the requirements of the code for the proposed occupancy. This may include proper number of plumbing fixtures, appropriate storage heights, proper fire systems and appropriate facilities to. store or utilize hazardous materials. Because of these factors the City requires each new occupant to obtain a certificate of occupancy for its specific use. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. 401.3(5) Climatic, Rationale — Low voltage systems are still capable of creating Geological, hazardous condition and therefore should be permitted. Topographical Findings - Adverse climatic .conditions and strong winds such as those in existence in the City of Vernon increase the likelihood of fire spreading (conflagration) from. one building to another; 94 20061CC Local Explanation and Findings Electrical Condition Code Administrative Provisions Section The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city; The density of buildings, limited setbacks, narrow access to buildings and narrow streets in the City of Vernon could potentially impact governmental agencies response to emergency conditions. 402.6 Administrative Rationale —This provision establishes the responsibilities of the permittee. ensuring that,the work is carried out in accordance with the approved plans, the code and any other law or regulation. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. 402.7 Administrative Rationale — In order to ensure that the service connection has sufficient power to supply to building and to avoid the creation of hazardous condition, by overloading the service entrance connection or transformer it is necessary for the applicant to inform the utility of any load increase in load. Findings.- This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. 402.8 Administrative Rationale — In order to ensure that the electrical equipment is safe to operate it should be inspected to ensure conformance with the code. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards .for the, effective enforcement of building standards. 95 .. 2006 [CC Local Explanation and Findings Electrical Condition Code Administrative Provisions Section 404.2 Administrative Rationale — The City has established a fee schedule based on the actual cost of service. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. 1102 Administrative Rationale —'The City Council should establish the criteria for members of the board of appeals and the terms of the members. Therefore this conflicting section of the code should be removed. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. 1201.3 Administrative Rationale — The City believes that it is necessary that it approves the testing agency to ensure that it is competent in its workmanship and methodology. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards, pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety. Code.. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. Mechanical Local Condition Explanation and Findings Code Section 114.6 Administrative Rationale — This provision establishes the responsibilities of the permittee ensuring that the work is carried out in accordance with the approved plans, the code and any other law or regulation. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuantto Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and 96 Mechanical Local Condition Explanation and Findings Code Section Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. Table 114.1 Administrative Rationale— The City has established a fee schedule based on the actual cost of service. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958,17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. Plumbing. Local Explanation and Findings Code Condition Section 103.9 Administrative Rationale — This provision establishes the responsibilities of the permittee ensuring that the work is carried out in accordance with the approved plans, the code and any other law or regulation. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. Table 103.4, Administrative Rationale - The City has established a fee schedule of its own based on the actual cost of service. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not in a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958,17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. . Table 4- Administrative Rationale — This amendment bases the number of plumbing 422.1 fixtures required to be installed within a building should be based on the actual amount of individuals occupying the building rather than the total area occupied by a certain type of use. The will ensure that a sufficient number toilets and lavatories are provided to ensure a sanitary environment. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 1.7958,17958.5 and.1.7958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative 9.7 .. Plumbing Code Section Local Condition Explanation and Findings standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. 1101.1 Administrative Rationale — The City of Vernon is subject to a municipal NPDES permit issued by the Los Angeles Regional Water quality control board. This MS4 permit requires certain to establish certain requirements on storm water runoff. The City has adopted these .requirements in Chapter 21 of the City code. This amendment requires storm water runoff from the site to comply with the requirements of Chapter 21 of the City Code. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958,17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. 2012 International Existing Building Code Local Condition Explanation and Findings 202 Administrative Rationale —This amendment makes it clear that the City utilizes the Construction Codes as adopted by the State of California as its Buildings Codes, not the International Code. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 1.7958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health :and Safety Code: This amendment. establishes administrative standards. for the effective enforcement of building standards. Appendix A Administrative Rationale —This amendment utilizes Chapter Al as adopted by Chapter Al the State of California as the design criteria for Unreinforced Masonry Buildings rather than the provision contained in the International Existing Building Code. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. 98, Residential Local Explanation and Findings Code Section Condition R105.8 Administrative Rationale— This provision establishes the responsibilities of the permittee ensuring that the work is carried out in accordance with the approved plans, the code and any other law or regulation. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. R108.7 Administrative Rationale — This section permits the City to charge a reinspection fees for specific instances where the permittee has caused additional work for the City inspector and created the need for. an additional site inspection. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify Building Standards•pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. R301.1.3.2 Geological Rationale —After the 1994 Northridge Earthquake, the Wood Frame Construction Joint Task Force recommended that the quality of wood frame construction need to be greatly improved. One such recommendation identified by the Task Force is to improve the quality and; organization of structural plans prepared by the engineer or architect so that plan examiners, building inspectors, contractors and special inspectors may logically follow and construct the presentation.of the seismic force - resisting systems in the construction documents. For buildings or structures:located in.Seismic Design Category Do, DI, D2 or E that are subject to a greater level of seismic forces, the requirement to have a Caalfornia licensed architect or engineer prepare the construction documents is intended to .minimize or red Lice,:structural deficiencies that may •.cause excessive damage or injuries in wood frame buildings: Structural deficiencies such as plan and vertical irregularities, improper shear transfer of the seismic force -resisting system, missed details or connections important to the structural system, and the improper application of the prescriptive requirements of the California Residential Code can be readily addressed by a registered design professional. Findings -.The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures, in the city. R301.1.4 Topographical, Rationale -:Due to the difficulty of:fire suppression vehicles accessing winding.and;: narrow. hillside properties and the Residential Local Explanation and Findings Code Section Condition Geological probabilities for future earthquakes in the Los Angeles region, this technical amendment is required to address the special needs for buildings constructed on hillside locations. A joint Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and both the Los Angeles County and Los Angeles City Task Force investigated the performance of hillside building failures after the Northridge earthquake. Numerous hillside failures resulted in loss of life and millions of dollars in damage. These criteria were developed to minimize the damage to these structures and have been in use by both the City and County of Los Angeles for several years with much success. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. Findings -,The density :of. buildings, limited setbacks, narrow access to buildings and narrow streets in the City of Vernon could potentially impact governmental agencies response to emergency conditions.. ; The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. Table Geological Rationale - The purpose of this amendment is to revise the IRC 301.2.2.1.1 short period design acceleration from 1.25g to 1.0g for SDC D2 and as ASCE7-10 limits the short period acceleration to 1.5g R301.2.2.1.2 working out to SoS of 1.0g; then to limit the. SoS to 1.25g for IRC SDC E structure reclassification. Currently, under ASCE 7-10, SDC D has a wide range from 0.509 5 Sos and that for regular structures SS .may. be taken for calculating SpS. This .as.1.5g translates to setting a limit of SDS =1.00 g for regular structure based on ASCE 7. IRC places SpS a 1.25g .into SDC E. However, under IRC, structures meeting the regular structure criteria may be re-classified as D2. The limit of 1.25g for the SDC E re-classification in IRC imposes a lower standard for irregular residential structures. This gives a disparity for the equal risk concept in the development of the ASCE 7-10 seismic hazard maps. ASCE 7-10 seismic hazard maps have also adjusted SS and S, downward for parts of the middle and eastern United States between 2009 IRC and 2012 IRC. The SDC D2 limit in Table R301.2.2.1.1 is changed to 0.839 < SoS s 1.00g. This corresponds to the delineation to a limit of SS of 1.5g for regular structure under ASCE 7-10. The added exception item 2.4 permits reclassification of SDC E to D2 up to 1.25g. The associate risk for one- and two-family residential regular structure justifies the increase limit of SpS. It is expected that structures beyond the limits set forth will be engineered under IBC provisions.. ioo Residential Local Explanation and Findings Code Section Condition Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. Items 1, 3 and Geological Rationale - With the higher seismic demand placed on buildings 5 of Section and structures in this region, precautionary steps are proposed R301.2.2.2.5 to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result by limiting the type of irregular conditions specified in the International Residential Code. Such limitations are intended to reduce the potential structural damage expected in the event of an earthquake. The cities and county of the Los Angeles region has taken extra measures to maintain the structural integrity of the framing of the shear walls and all associated elements when designed for high levels of seismic loads. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. R301.2.2.3.8 Geological Rationale - There is no limitation for weight of mechanical and plumbing fixtures and equipment in the International Residential Code. Requirements from ASCE 7 and the International Building Code would permit equipment weighing up to 400 lbs. when mounted at 4 feet or less above the floor or attic level without engineering design. Where equipment exceeds this requirement, it is the intent of this proposed amendment that. a registered design professional -be required to analyze if the floor support is adequate and structurally sound. Findings -The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city, R401.4 Climatic, Rationale - No substantiating data has been provided to show Geological that wood foundation is effective in supporting buildings and structures during a seismic event while being subject to deterioration caused by the combined detrimental effect of constant moisture in the soil and wood -destroying organisms. Wood foundation, when they are not properly treated and protected against deterioration, have performed very poorly and have led to slope failures. Most contractors are typically accustomed to construction in dry and temperate weather in the Southern California region and are not generally familiar with the necessary precautions and treatment.of wood that makes it suitable for both seismic event and wet applications. The proposed amendment takes the precautionary steps to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result in using wood 3.01 Residential Local _Explanation and Findings Code Section Condition foundation that experience relatively rapid decay due to the fact that the region does not experience temperatures cold enough to destroy or retard the growth and proliferation of wood - destroying organisms. However, an exception is made for non - occupied, single -story storage structures that pose significantly less risk to human safety and may utilize the wood foundation guidelines specified in this Chapter. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles for the California Residential Code. Findings -Adverse climatic conditions and strong winds such as those in existence in the City of Vernon increase the likelihood of fire spreading (conflagration) from one building to another; The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. RR403.1.2, Geological Rationale - With the higher seismic demand placed on buildings R403.1.3 and and structures in this region, precautionary steps are proposed R403.1.5 to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result for under -reinforced footings located on sloped surfaces. Requiring minimum reinforcement for stepped footings is intended to address the problem of poor performance of plain or under - reinforced footings during. a seismic event. Furthermore, interior walls can easily be called upon to resist over half of the seismic loading imposed on simple buildings or structures. Without a continuous foundation to support the braced wall line, seismic loads would be transferred through other elements such as non- structural concrete slab floors, wood floors, etc. The proposed change is to limit the use of the exception to structures assigned to Seismic Design Category.A, B or G where lower seismic demands are expected. Requiring interior braced walls be supported by continuous foundations is intended to reduce or eliminate the poor performance of buildings or structures. This proposed amendment is consistent with an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles for the California Residential Code. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and. structures in the city. R404.2 Climatic and Rationale - No substantiating data has been provided to show Geological that wood foundation wall is effective in supporting buildings and structures during a seismic event while being subject to deterioration caused by the combined detrimental effect of constant moisture in the soil and wood -destroying organisms. 102 Residential Local Explanation and Findings Code Section Condition Wood foundation walls, when they are not properly treated and protected against deterioration, have performed very poorly and have led to slope failures. Most contractors are typically accustomed to construction in dry and temperate weather in the Southern California region and are not generally familiarwith the necessary precautions and treatment of wood that makes it suitable for both seismic event and wet applications. The proposed amendment takes the precautionary steps to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result in using wood foundation walls that experience relatively rapid decay due to the fact that the region does not experience temperatures cold enough to destroy or retard the growth and proliferation of wood -destroying organisms. This proposed amendment is consistent with an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles for the California Residential Code. Findings - Adverse climatic conditions and strong winds such as those in existence in the.City of Vernon increase the likelihood of fire spreading (conflagration) from one building to another; The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. R501.1 Geological Rationale - There is no limitation for weight of mechanical and plumbing fixtures and equipment in the International Residential Code. Requirements from ASCE 7 and the. International Building Code would permit equipment weighing up to 400 lbs. when mounted at 4 feet or less above the floor or attic level without engineering design. Where equipment exceeds this requirement, it.is the intent of this proposed. amendment that a registered design professional is required to analyze if the floor support is adequate and structurally sound., Findings - The City. of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. R503.2.4 Geological Section R502.10 of the Code does not provide any prescriptive criteria to limit the maximum floor opening size nor does Section R503 provide any details to address the issue of shear transfer near larger floor openings. With the higher seismic demand placed on buildings and structures in this region, it is important,to ensure that a complete load path is provided to reduce or eliminate potential damages caused by seismic forces. Requiring blocking with metal ties around larger floor openings and limiting opening size is consistent With the requirements of Section R301..2.2.2.5.. 103 Residential Local Explanation and Findings Code Section Condition Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. R501.1 Lines 37 and Rationale - The Structural Engineers Association of Southern 38 of Table California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force R602.3(1) that investigated the damages to buildings and structures during the 1994 Northridge Earthquake recommended reducing allowable shear values in wood structural panel shear walls or diaphragms that were not substantiated by cyclic testing. That recommendation was consistent with a report to the Governor from the Seismic Safety Commission of the State of California recommending that code requirements be "more thoroughly substantiated with testing," The allowable shear values forwood structural panel shear walls or diaphragms fastened with staples are based on monotonic testing and does not take into consideration that earthquake forces load shear wall or diaphragm in a repeating and fully reversible manner. In September 2007, limited cyclic testing was conducted by a private engineering firm to determine if wood structural panels fastened with staples would exhibit the same behavior as the wood structural panels fastened with common nails. The test result revealed that wood structural panel fastened with staples appeared to be much lower in strength and stiffness than wood structural panels fastened with common nails. It was recommended that the use of staples as fasteners for wood structural panel shear walls or diaphragms not be permitted to resist seismic forces in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category Do, D, and DZ unless it can be substantiated by cyclic testing. - Findings - This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment:adopted during the previous code adoption cycle. The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake. faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. Footnote "b" of Geological Rationale - The Structural Engineers Association of Southern Table California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force R602.3(2) that investigated the damages to buildings and structures during the 1994 Northridge Earthquake recommended reducing allowable shear values in wood structural panel shear walls or diaphragms that were not substantiated by cyclic testing. That recommendation was consistent with a report to the Governor from the Seismic Safety Commission of the State of California recommending that code requirements be "more thoroughly substantiated with testing." The allowable shearvaluesforwood structural panelshear walls ordiaphragms fastenedwithstaples 104 Residential Local Explanation and Findings Code Section Condition are based on monotonic testing and does not take into consideration that earthquake forces load shear wall or diaphragm in a repeating and fully reversible manner. In September 2007, limited cyclic testing was conducted by a private engineering firm to determine if wood structural panels fastened with staples would exhibit the same behavior as the wood structural panels fastened with common nails. The test result revealed.that wood structural panel fastened with staples appeared to be much lower in strength and stiffness than wood structural panels fastened with common nails. It was recommended that the use of staples as fasteners for wood structural panel shear walls or diaphragms not be permitted to resist seismic forces in structures assigned to Seismic Design CategoryDo; D, and D2 unless it can be substantiated by cyclic testing. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during the previous code adoption cycle. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. Table Geological Rationale - Due to the high geologic activities in the Southern R602.10.3(3) California area and the expected higher level of performance on buildings and structures, this proposed local amendment increase the length and limits the location where shear walls sheathed with lath, plaster or gypsum board are used in multi- level buildings. In addition, shear walls sheathed with other materials are prohibifed'in'Seismic'Design Category Do, D, and - DZ to be consistent'With'the deign limitation for similar shear walls found in the California' Building Code. The poor Performance of such shear walls in the 1994 Northridge Earthquake was investigated by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Task Force and formed the basisforthis proposed amendment. Considering that shear walls sheathed with lath, plaster or gypsum board are less ductile than steel moment frames or wood structural panel shear walls, the cities and county of the Los Angeles region has taken the necessary measures to limit the potential structural damage that may be caused by the use of such walls at the lower level of multi -level building that are subject to higher levels of seismic loads. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during.the previous code adoption cycle. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of.life and structures in the city. 105 .. _ .. Residential Code Section Local Condition Explanation and Findings Table Geological Rationale -. 3/8" thick 3 ply -.plywood shear walls experienced R602.10.4 many failures during the Northridge Earthquake. Box nails were observed to cause massive and multiple failures of the typical 3/8" thick 3-ply plywood during the Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment specifies minimum sheathing thickness, nail size and spacing so as to provide a uniform standard of construction for designers and buildings to follow. This is intended to improve the performance level of buildings and structures that are subject to the higher seismic demands and reduce and limit potential damages to property. This proposed amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake. In September 2007, limited cyclic testing was conducted by a private engineering firm to determine if wood structural panels fastened with staples would exhibit the same behavior as the wood structural panels fastened with common nails. The test result revealed that wood structural panel fastened with staples appeared to be much lower in strength and stiffness than wood structural panels fastened with common nails. It was recommended that the use of staples as fasteners for wood structural panel shear walls or diaphragms not be permitted to resist seismic forces in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category Do, D, and DZ unless it can be substantiated by cyclic testing. This proposed amendment. is a continuation of an amendment adopted during the previous code adoption cycle. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can,create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. Figure Geological Rationale - 3/8" thick 3 ply -plywood shear walls experienced R602.10.6.1 many failures during the Northridge Earthquake. Box nails were observed to cause massive and multiple failures of the typical 318" thick 3-ply plywood during the Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment specifies minimum sheathing thickness, nail size and spacing so as to provide a uniform standard of construction for designers .and buildings to follow. This is intended to improve the performance level of buildings and, structures that are subject to the higher seismic demands and reduce and limit potential damages to property. This proposed amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers, Association of. Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 199.4 Northridge Earthquake. This 106 Residential Local Explanation and Findings Code Section Condition proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during the previous code adoption cycle. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. R602.10.6.2 Geological Rationale - 3/8" thick 3 ply -plywood shear walls experienced many failures during the Northridge Earthquake. Box nails were observed to cause massive and multiple failures of the typical 3/8" thick 3-ply plywood during the Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment specifies minimum sheathing thickness, nail size and spacing so as to provide a uniform standard of construction for designers and buildings to follow. This is intended to improve the performance level of buildings and structures that ire subject to the higher seismic demands and reduce and limit potential damages to property. This proposed amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adoptedduring the previous code adoption cycle. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. Table Geological Rationale- It was observed by the Structural Engineer R602.10.5 Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Task Force that high aspect ratio 'shear walls experienced many failures` during the 1994 Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment provides a uniform standard of construction for designers and buildings to follow. This is intended to improvethe performance level of buildings and structures that are subject to the higher seismic demands and reduce and limit potential damages to property. This proposed amendment is consistent with an amendment adopted during the previous code adoption cycle for the California Residential Code. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. R602.10.2.3 Geological Rationale - Plywood shear walls with high aspect ratio experienced many failures during the Northridge Earthquake. This proposed.amendment specifies a minimum braced wall length to meet anaspect ratio consistent with.other sections of the Residential Code as to: provide a uniform standard of 107 Residential Local Explanation and Findings Code Section Condition construction for designers and buildings to follow. This is intended to improve the performance level of buildings and structures that are subject to the higher seismic demands and reduce and limit potential damages to property. This proposed amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment is consistent with an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles for the California Residential Code. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. , R602.10.6.4 Geological Rationale - 3/8" thick 3 ply -plywood shear walls experienced many:failures during the -Northridge Earthquake. Box nails were observed to cause massive and multiple failures of the typical 3/8" thick 3-ply plywood during the Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment specifies minimum sheathing thickness, nail size and spacing so as to provide a uniform standard of construction for designers and buildings to follow. This is intended to improve the performance level of buildings and structures that are subject to the higher seismic demands and reduce and limit potential damages to property. This proposed amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance, observed. in 1.994 Northridge. Earthquake. This proposed amendment is. a continuation of an amendment adopted du.ring.the previous code adoption cycle. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. , R602.10.9.1 Geological Rationale - With the higher seismic demand placed on buildings and structures in this region, interior walls can easily be called upon to resist over half of the seismic loading imposed on simple buildings or structures. Without a continuous foundation to support the braced wall line, seismic loads would be transferred through other elements such as non-structural concrete slab floors, wood floors, etc. Requiring interior braced walls be supported by continuous foundations is intended to reduce or eliminate the poor performance of buildings or structures. This proposed amendment, is a continuation of an amendment adopted during the previous code adoption cycle. 108 Residential Local Explanation and Findings Code Section Condition Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. R606.2.4 Geological Rationale - The addition of the word "or" will prevent the use of unreinforced parapets in Seismic Design Category Do, D, or Dz, or on townhouses in Seismic Design Category C. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during the previous code adoption cycle. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. R606.12.2,3 Geological Rationale - Reinforcement using longitudinal wires for buildings and structures located in high seismic areas are deficient and not as ductile as deformedrebar..Having vertical reinforcement closerto the ends of masonry walls help to improve the seismic performance of masonry buildings and structures. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during the previous code adoption cycle. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. R602.3.2 Geological Rationale - The cities andcountyof the Los Angeles region have taken.extra measures to maintain the structural integrity of the:fra..ming of the shear wall system for buildings and structures subject to high seismic loads by eliminating single top plate construction.,The performance of modern day braced wall panel construction is directly related.: to. an adequate load path extending.from the roof .diaphragm to the foundation system. A single top plate is likely to, be: over nailed due to the nailing requirements at a rafter, stud, top plate splice, and braced wall panel edge in a single location. In addition, notching on a single top plate for plumbing, ventilation and electrical wiring may reduce the load transfer capacity of the plate without proper detailing. Majority of buildings and structures designed and built per the California Residential Code with a single top plate may not need structural observation and special inspections. The potential construction mistakes mentioned above could not be caught and corrected by knowledgeable engineers and inspectors, and could jeopardize structural performance of buildings and structures located in high seismic areas. This . proposed amendment .is.a continuation. of an .. 109 .. Residential Local Explanation and Findings Code Section Condition amendment adopted during the previous code adoption cycle. Findings -, The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. R803.2.4 Geological Rationale - Section R802 of the Code does not provide any prescriptive criteria to limit the maximum roof opening size nor does Section R803 provide any details to address the issue of shear transfer near larger roof openings. With the higher seismic demand placed on buildings and structures in this region, it is important to ensure that a complete load path is provided to reduce or eliminate potential damages caused by seismic forces. Requiring blocking with metal ties around larger roof openings and, limiting opening size is consistent with the requirements of Section R301.2.2.2.5. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. R1001.3.1 Geological Rationale - The performance of fireplace/chimney without anchorage to the foundation has been observed to be inadequate during major earthquakes. The lack of anchorage to the foundation can result in the overturning or displacement of the fireplace/chimney. Findings - The City of Vernon is affected by the nearby location of earthquake faults that can create tremendous loss of life and structures in the city. Green Building Standards Code Section Local Condition Explanation and Findings . 101.12 Administrative Rationale — The City has established a fee schedule of its own based on the actual cost of service. This section also permits the City to charge a reinspection fees for specific instances where the permittee has caused additional work for the City inspector and created the need for an additional site inspection. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958..5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of 110 Green Local Explanation and Findings Building Condition Standards Code Section building standards. 202 Administrative Rationale — A definition is. provided for sustainability for clarification. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. 301.1 Administrative Rationale — The; proposed editorial change to the indicated section provides clarity and consistency for the application of the CALGreen code. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. 301.1.1 Administrative Rationale - The purpose of the proposed amendment is to simplify the language and increase the scope of application, thus:. requiring CALGreen to be applied,to all residential projects. California .State Housing and Community Development proposed the above 2013 CALGreen code section. The proposed section can onlybe.applied to an existing house only if. the •volume or size. of the condition space is increased. This proposed, section,. as written, does not encompass interior remodels. The proposed amendment modifies the State language torequire additions, alterations,. and interior remodels to comply with sections of CALGreen that are relevant to the scope of work. CALGreen and other green building codes have been developed and implemented for some very basic reasons: water, energy, and air quality. The 2010 U.S. Census shows that California has a population of 37.25 million, 13.7 million homes and with ownership at 56.7%. UCLA Anderson Construction, Forecast; a highly.: recognized authority in predicting the future of construction in the State, has provided the following.statistics: 2011 .612,000,new homes constructed iii Green Building Standards Code Section Local Condition Explanation and Findings 2012 763,000 new homes constructed 2013 Just fewer than one million homes will be. constructed 2014 1.3 million new homes constructed Total 3.675 million new homes in four years. These simple numbers illustrate that the new homes built in the last four years only equal approximately 9.9% of the total housing stock in the State. These houses comply with the new 2010 Green Standards, but the larger challenge is with the existing housing inventory. The bulk of California's,energy is generated by aging power plants. Increasingly, the development and application of alternate energy methods such as photovoltaics has gained market adoption. Coupling these new energy generation processes with new energy saving measures in the 2013 California Energy Code will allow us to potentially offset the need to construct new power.plants, which would equate to a savings of billions of tax -payer dollars. Water conservation is another issue being addressed by the new green codes. CALGreen addresses water conservation with requirements for landscape irrigation and plumbing fixtures. In the 2013 code edition kitchen facets will.now have to comply with .a slightly reduced flow. Starting January 1, 2014 a new State law goes into effect that prohibits the selling of any plumbing. fixture that does not conform to the new established flow rates. CALGreen. also addresses indoor air quality. Within the code there are multiple limits for VOC (volatile organic compounds) in paints, sealants and constructionadhesives and formaldehyde contents in composite wood products. These new standards which restrict VOC and. formaldehyde contents have shown to improve indoor air quality and minimize or eliminate occupant health issues related to sick building syndrome. The majority of the building stock in the greater Los Angeles region are existing residences. The U.S. Census and the UCLA Anderson Construction Forecast reveal that there are 13.7 million homes in California in 2010, with 2.7 million new homes built in the past three years, illustrates that there are more than five times the number, of existing homes as there are new homes built under the CALGreen code. To reduce the impact that the existing housing stock is having on energy, water, and air quality, this amendment proposes to address compliance Green Local Explanation and Findings Building Condition Standards Code Section with the CALGreen code at the time when a permit is issued. There are some estimates that existing buildings accountfor up to 40% of greenhouse gas emissions. This amendment offset this impact on the communities by implementing the green building measures whenever possible. Any projects that require a permit to be issued will be required to comply with only those sections that are relevant to the scope of work and thereby begin to contribute to improving the environment. This amendment established green building standards and therefore need to be incorporated into the code to assure that new buildings and structures and additions or alterations to existing buildings or structures are designed and constructed in accordance with the scope and objectives of the California Green Building Standards Code. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. R5.408.3 Administrative Rationale - On occasions, projects are proposed on sites where the soil is contaminated and falls outside the scope of a designated authority. The addition of. Note #3 provides a mechanism for a local jurisdiction to administer to the removal or remediation of, contaminated soils within guidelines established by the city or method developed by the applicant and approved by the local jurisdiction. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. . This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. R601.1 Administrative Rationale - The proposed editorial changes to the table of reference and standards in Chapter 6 have been update to the to 2013 CALGreen code. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958,5 and 17958.7 of the California Health. and Safety. Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the. effective enforcement of Green Local Explanation and Findings Building Condition Standards Code Section building standards. A4.105.2 Administrative Rationale - The current code section provides no guidelines for the percentage of materials to be recycled or reused to achieve compliance with this section. The proposed editorial change provides a minimum percentage of material that must be recycled or reused for the applicant to obtain compliance. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. A4106.5. Table Administrative Rationale - In tables A4.106.5.1.1, A4.105.1.2, A5.106.1.1, and A4106.5(1), A5.106.1.2 are indicating new values for Cool roof ratings. Table These new values for the cool roof rating are not in alignment A4106.5.1(2), with standards being proposed by the California Energy Table Commission. Tier 1 cool roof values are a prescriptive A4.106.5.1(3) requirement in the 2008 (current) Building Energy Efficiency and Table Standards, and they have been shown to be cost-effective A4.106.5.1(4) through studies previously conducted by the California Energy Commission in support of the standards. The proposed editorial changes will bring Chapter 6 and Chapter 11 into alignment and provide consistency forthe.applicant to achieve compliance with both chapters. Findings s - This amendment isnecessaryfor administrative clarification and does not modify a Build ing.Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the - effective enforcement of building standards. A4.303.4 Administrative Rationale - The proposed code does not stipulate the number of fixtures to be installed to achieve compliance. The proposed editorial change clarifies the quantity of fixtures to be installed to comply with this code section. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards; 114 Green Local Explanation and Findings Building Condition Standards Code Section A4.404.3 Administrative . Rationale - The proposed code does not stipulate the amount of premanufactured components to be installed to achieve compliance. The proposed editorial change clarifies the quantity to be installed to comply with this code section. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. A4.405.1 Administrative Rationale -The application, statement allows for the applicant to stipulate that pre -finished materials are not possible and still achieve compliance with the requirement. The editorial change removes the condition and requires compliance to achieve credit. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. A4.405.4 Administrative Rationale - The current code section provides no guidelines for the percentage of materials to be used from rapidly renewable sources. The proposed editorial change provides a minimum percentage of material from a rapidly renewable source that must be use for the applicant to obtain compliance and receive credit. Findings + This. amendment Is -necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5. and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. A4.407.1 Administrative Rationale - The current language does not take into consideration the requirements of other codes or ordinances. The proposed editorial change addresses the requirements of other codes or ordinances and eliminates an applicant ability to achieve credit while complying with the requirement of another code. - Findin s -.This amendment is .necessary for administrative 115 Green Local Explanation and Findinas Buildina Condition Standards Code Section clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. A4.408.1 and Administrative Rationale - An applicant complying with either TIER 1 or 2 A4.4081.1 should receive credit for this section because the proposed project meets either of the exceptions. If an applicant is to comply with this section they would need to achieve the stated waste diversion percentages. Any other approach is giving credit for not complying which is not within the scope of the CALGreen code.. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. A5.106.4.1 Administrative Rationale - An applicant complying with either TIER 1 or 2 should receive credit for this section because the proposed project meets either of the exceptions. If an applicant is to comply with this section they would need to achieve the stated waste diversion percentages. Any other approach is giving credit for not complying which is not within the scope of the CALGreen code. Findings..- This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections. 17958,,17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health. and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. A5.106.4.3 Administrative Rationale - Under the current table the applicant can obtain credit for installing zero changing rooms. By modifying the requirement in the above table, the applicant must install at least one changing room to receive credit for this section. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and :Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of 116 Green Local Explanation and Findings Building Condition Standards Code Section building standards. A5.106.6.1 Administrative Rationale - This section does not establish a minimum number of reduced parking spaces to achieve compliance, only that the local authority approves the proposed reduction. The editorial change establishes a minimum percentage to achieve a credit for this section. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards., for the effective enforcement of building standards. A5.106,11.2, Administrative Rationale - In Tables A5.106.11.2.2 and A5.106.11.2.3 are Table indicating new values for Cool roof ratings. These new values A5106.11.2.2 forthe cool roof rating are not in alignment with standards being and Table proposed by the California Energy Commission. Tier 1 cool roof A5.106.11.2.3 values are a prescriptive requirement in the 2008 (current) Building Energy Efficiency Standards, and they have been shown to be cost-effective through studies previously conducted by the California Energy Commission in support of the standards. The proposed editorial changes will bring Chapter 6 and Chapter 11 into alignment and provide consistency for the applicant to achieve: compliance with.. both chapters..: Findings -This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not rnodify.a Building, Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 1.7958.5 and 1.7958.7 of the California Health., and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of buildingstandards . .- ; . A5.406.1 Administrative Rationale - The current section does not provide any guidelines for a quantity of materials to achieve compliance. The editorial change establishes a minimum percentage for the different categories located within the section. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the- effective :enforcement of building standards. Energy Code I Local Explanation and Findings,: 117 Section Condition 100 Administrative Rationale — The City has established a fee schedule of its own based on the actual cost of service. This section also permits the City to charge a reinspection fees for specific instances where the permittee has caused additional work for.the City inspector and created the need for an additional site inspection. Findings - This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification and does not modify a Building Standards pursuant to Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards. 118 CITY CLERK'S OFFICE INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM DATE: December 17, 2013 TO: S. Kevin Wilson, Director of Community Services & Water FROM: Deborah Juarez, Records Management Assistant P RE: Ordinance No. 1217 — An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Vernon Amending Various Sections of Chapters 7, Fire Regulations and 24, Building and Construction, of the Vernon Municipal Code, Along with Amendments, Additions and Deletions and Adopting by Reference the Following Codes: (1) the 2013 California Fire Code, 24 CCR Part 9; (2) the 2013 California Building Code, 24 CCR Part 2; (3) the 2013 California Electrical Code, 24 CCR Part 3 (4) the 2006 Edition of the ICC Electrical Code Administrative Provisions; (5) the 2013 California Mechanical Code, 24 CCR Part 4; (6) the 2013 California Plumbing Code, 24 CCR Part 5; (7) the 2013 California Existing Building Code, 24 CCR Part 10; (8) the 2012 International Existing building Code, (9) the 2013 California Residential code, 24 CCR Part 2.5; (10 the 2013 California Green Building Standards Code Also Called the CalGreen Code, 24 CCR Part 11; (11) the 2013 California Energy Code, 24 CCR Part 6; Repealing all Prior Ordinances and Parts of Ordinances in Conflict therewith and making Express Findings and Determinations that Modifications to Said Codes are Reasonably Necessary because of Local Climatic, Geological or Topographical Conditions Transmitted herewith for your transmittal to the State is a certified copy of Ordinance No. 1217 referenced above, which was approved by City Council on December 17, 2013. Please see that a copy of the transmittal letter is sent to the City Clerk's office for the file. Thank you. c: Mike Wilson Ordinance No. 1217 City of Vernon NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 4305 Santa Fe Avenue Vernon, CA 90058 (323)583-8811 The City Council will conduct a Public Hearing, which you may attend. PLACE: Vernon City Hall Council Chambers; 4305 Santa Fe Avenue; Vernon, CA 90058 DATE & TIME: December 17, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. (or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard) PURPOSE: To consider whether to approve the final passage of Ordinance No. 1217 entitled: "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Vernon amending various sections of Chapters 7, Fire Regulations and 24, Building and Construction, of the Vernon Municipal Code, along with amendments, additions and deletions and adopting by reference the following codes: (1) the 2013 California Fire Code, 24 CCR Part 9; (2) the. 2013 California Building Code, 24 CCR Part 2; (3) the 2013 California Electrical Code, 24 CCR Part 3 (4) the 2006 Edition of the ICC Electrical Code Administrative Provisions; (5) the 2013 California Mechanical Code, 24 CCR Part 4; (6) the 2013 California Plumbing Code, 24 CCR Part 5; (7) the 2013 California Existing Building Code, 24 CCR Part 10; (8) the 2012 International Existing Building Code, (9) the 2013 California Residential Code, 24 CCR Part 2.5; (10) the 2013 California Green Building Standards Code also called the CALGreen Code, 24 CCR Part 11; (11) the 2013 California Energy Code, 24 CCR Part 6; repealing all prior ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict therewith and making express findings and determinations that modifications to said codes are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions." The City Council will be asked to find that the adoption of the ordinance is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Any interested person may attend and make an oral presentation to the City Council at the time of the hearing, or may present written comments prior to the hearing. If you challenge any actions taken by the City Council described in this notice, or any related actions in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Vernon, at or prior to the meeting. Information may be obtained by contacting the office of the City Clerk at the above address, or by visiting the "Public Hearing" link on the City of Vernon's website: www.cityofvernon.org/public-hearings. Copies of the codes that are being considered for adoption by reference are on file with the City Clerk and are open to public inspection. The hearing may be continued or notice of a public hearing. to a stated time and place without further Dated: I f Interim City Clerk NOV 14 2013 CITY CLERK'S OFFICE STAFF REPORT %[i�/� RECE ED FIRE DEPARTMENT AND COMMUNITY SERVICES & WATER DEPARTMENT NOV 13 2013 CITY AOMINISTRATION DATE: November 19, 2013 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council FROM: Samuel Kevin Wilson, Director of Community Services & Water6t"-1 Michael A. Wilson, Fire Chief *q_ RE: ORDINANCE TO ADOPT AND AMEND THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE AND INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE; AND TO AMEND CHAPTERS 7 AND 24 OF THE VERNON MUNICIPAL CODE Recommendation It is recommended that the City Council: 1) Finds that this action is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as follows: a) The ordinance is not considered a "project" under CEQA which is defined as a whole of an action directly undertaken by a public agency which has the potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. Guidelines section 15378(a); Cal. Pub. Res. Code section 21065. Under the proposed ordinance, no such activity is being undertaken. Even if the ordinance were to be considered a "project" under CEQA, which is not the case, the ordinance would be covered by the general rule set forth in CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) which provides that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Here, the ordinance involves the adoption of state -mandated construction codes, and the revisions to those codes merely improve the safety of buildings and will not have any effect on the environment. 2) Introduces and passes an ordinance amending various sections of Chapters 7 and 24 of the Vernon Municipal Code, along with amendments, additions and deletions and adopting by reference the following codes: (1) the California Fire Code, 24 CCR Part 9; (2) the 2013 California Building Code, 24 CCR Part 2; (3) the California Electrical Code, 24 CCR Part 3 and the 2006 Edition of the ICC Electrical Code Administrative Provisions; (4) the 2013 California Mechanical Code, 24 CCR Part 4; (5) the 2013 California Plumbing Code, 24 CCR Part 5; (6) the 2013 California Existing Building Code, 24 CCR Part 10; (7) the 2012 International Existing Building Code, (8) the 2013 California Residential Code, 24 CCR Part 2.5; (9) the 2013 California Green Building Standards Code also called the CALGreen Code, 24 CCR Part 11; and (10) the 2013 California Energy Code, 24 CCR Part 6. Backeround The State of California recently adopted the 2013 California Building, Fire, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Residential, Green Building Standards, Existing Building, and Energy Codes collectively known as the California Building Standards Code. Section 17958 of the California Health and Safety Code requires that the latest edition of the California Building Standards Codes automatically apply to local construction 180 days after they become effective at the state level. They became effective at the state level on July 1, 2013 and are scheduled to become effective at the local level on January 1, 2014. The International Code Council Los Angeles Basin Chapter has been very active throughout the years in leading the effort to create uniformity of building codes and regulations in the greater Los Angeles region as well as addressing policy issues of interest to building officials and the construction industry. One such effort to promote uniformity of building regulations is through the Los Angeles Regional Uniform Code Program (LARUCP). The LARUCP program began in July 1999 with the purpose of developing uniform interpretations and handouts to serve as guidelines for building officials, contractors, engineers and architects in the consistent application of the codes. The mission of this program was to minimize the number of and to develop uniformity in local technical amendments to the model codes for adoption by jurisdictions in the greater Los Angeles region. Through the coordination of the International Code Council Los Angeles Basin Chapter's California Residential Code Committee, Structural Code Committee, and Green Building Standards Committee, the following goals have been established: 1. Create uniformity of building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, energy efficiency and green codes that can be adopted in most of the jurisdictions in the greater Los Angeles region. 2. Reduce the total number of local technical amendments to the model code in the greater Los Angeles region. 3. Receive support from most, if not all, of the 89 jurisdictions in the greater Los Angeles region. 4. Obtain active participation from a majority of the jurisdictions in the greater Los Angeles region in formulating and implementing these goals. 5. Save the construction industry costs by having consistent codes throughout the region. The FY 2013 LARUCP Recommended Technical Amendments have been widely circulated and/or discussed over the past several months with various local jurisdictional members, structural engineering associations or committees such as, but not limited to, Seismology, Steel, Light Frame Construction, Quality Assurance and Building Code Committee, design professionals in the construction/engineering industry, and other interested groups or individuals. California Health and Safety Code Sections 17958, 17958.5, 17958.7 and 18941.5 allow a local agency to amend the adopted state codes provided that such modifications or changes to building standards are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geologic or topographic conditions. Only changes to building standards need to be justified on the basis of a local climatic, geologic, topographic, or conditions. The establishment of administrative standards does not require justification pursuant to the California Health & Safety Code. City staff has reviewed the state codes and, in addition to those recommended by the LARUCP, have proposed a number of local amendments for adoption within the Vernon Municipal Code with the proper justifications to be submitted to the California Building Standards Commission. In summary, they are as follows: Local climatic conditions. The seasonal climatic conditions during the late summer and fall create severe fine hazards to the public health and welfare in the City of Vernon. The hot, dry weather in combination with Santa Ana winds results in extreme fire conditions for the community which increase the likelihood of fire spreading (conflagration) from one building to another. The aforementioned conditions combined with the geological characteristics of the county and near the City create hazardous conditions for which departure from some of the provisions of the California Building Standards Code is reasonably necessary. Local geological conditions. The City of Vernon is subject to earthquake hazards caused by the.location of nearby earthquake faults causing active seismic activity in the area. Known faults which potentially could cause seismic activity in the City include the Whittier Fault to the east, the Raymond Fault to the north, and the Newport -Inglewood Fault to the west. Said faults are generally considered major Southern California earthquake faults which may experience rupture at any time and can create tremendous loss of life and damage to structures in the City. Thus, because the City is within a seismic area which includes earthquake faults within the County of Los Angeles and near the City, the modifications and changes cited herein are designed to better limit property damage as a result of seismic activity and to establish criteria for repair of damaged property following a local emergency. Local topograyhical conditions. The City of Vernon is coupled with the density of buildings, limited setbacks, narrow access to buildings, narrow streets potentially create a problem for governmental agencies to respond to emergency conditions. Additionally, long periods of dry, hot weather, combined with unpredictable seasonal winds (Santa Ana wind conditions) result in increased exposure to fire risk. The heavy rains tend to over -saturate the soil for a short time period during the year, having a detrimental effect on in -ground structures affected by varying moisture conditions. Administrative amendments. Lastly, City staff is recommending that additional amendments to the codes be adopted in order to provide administrative clarification. Such amendments do not modify the building standards found in the state codes. Instead, these amendments establish administrative standards for such activities as the establishment and collection of fees, the issuance of permits, and the effective enforcement of building standards. 2013 Vernon Fire Code The California Fire Code regulates minimum fire safety requirements for new and existing buildings, facilities, storage and processes. It addresses fire prevention, fire protection, life safety, and safe storage and use of hazardous materials in new and existing buildings, facilities, storage and processes. It is recommended that the 2013 California Fire Code, including the appendices and standards contained therein, published by the International Code Council and the California Building Standards Commission be adopted as the Fire Code of the City of Vernon with the proposed amendments outlined herein. The proposed amendments for the Fire Code are summarized as follows: 1. General authority and responsibilities 2. Permits 3. Fee schedule 4. Responsibility 5. Definitions 6. Outside storage 7. Vehicle impact protection 8. Fire apparatus access roads 9. Fire protection water supplies 10. Fire protection systems 11. Spray finishing 12. Explosives 13. Storage (flammable and combustible liquids) 14. Liquefied petroleum (LP) gas 15. Roof solar photovoltaic systems 2013 Vernon Building Code The Building Code establishes regulations and standards for the structural design, construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, occupancy, location, maintenance, demolition and accessibility for every building or structure within Vernon, with the exception of one and two family dwelling units not exceeding three stories. It is recommended that the 2013 California Building Code, including Appendices H and J, and standards contained therein, published by the International Code Council and the California Building Standards Commission, be adopted as the Vernon Building Code with the proposed amendments outlined in the ordinance. The amendments in brief summary are as follows: 1. The City requires a Certificate of Occupancy to be issued for each change in use or tenancy. 2. Requires roof coverings to be Class A or B. 3. Requires skylights to meet certain minimum requirements. 4. Eliminates provisions for construction in the public right of way. 5. Establishes reinspection fees and outlines the responsibility of the permittee. 6. Establishes various technical amendments as developed by the LARUCP to improve the seismic and wind loading capabilities of structures within the City. 7. Establishes additional grading provisions in order to better safeguard adjacent properties and establish erosion control requirements. 2013 Vernon Electrical Code The Electrical Code establishes regulations and standards for the design, alteration, modification, construction and maintenance of electrical installations from the meter into the property within the City of Vernon. It is recommended that the 2013 California Electrical Code, excluding appendices, copyrighted by the National Fire Protection Association and the California Building Standards Commission, including standards contained therein, with the proposed amendments outlined in the ordinance, be adopted as the Vernon Electrical Code. Additionally, it is recommended that the 2006 International Code Council Electrical Administrative Provisions, published by the International Code Council, including standards contained therein be adopted with the proposed amendments as outlined in the proposed ordinance and be incorporated into the Vernon Electrical Code as the Administrative Provisions for the City. The amendments in brief summary are as follows: 1. Establishes requirements for aluminum connections. 2. Establishes specific City requirements for identifying conductors. 3. Requires service drops to be in rigid conduits. 4. Eliminates the use of flexible grounds for equipment. 5. Eliminates the use of Romex wiring in the City other than in dwellings. 6. Requires permits for low voltage installations. 7. Establishes responsibilities of the permittee. 8. Requires that the utility be notified when significantly increasing the electrical load. 9. Requires City approval prior to energizing electrical equipment. 10. Establishes a Permit Fee Schedule. 11. Amends Board of Appeals membership requirements. 12. Requires that City approved testing agency be utilized. 2013 Vernon Mechanical Code The Mechanical Code establishes regulations and standards for the erection, installation, alteration, relocation, replacement, use and maintenance of heating, ventilation, cooling; refrigeration systems and other heat producing devices within the City of Vernon. It is recommended that the 2013 California Mechanical Code, including appendices and standards contained therein, published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials and the California Building Standards Commission, be adopted with the proposed amendments as the Vernon Mechanical Code. The amendments in brief summary are as follows: 1. Establishes City Permit Fees. 2. Establishes the responsibilities of the permittee. 2013 Vernon Plumbing Code The Plumbing Code establishes regulations and standards for installation of plumbing systems including water supply and distribution, sanitary drainage, storm drainage and gas piping. It is recommended that the 2013 California Plumbing Code, including appendices, and standards contained therein, published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, be adopted with the proposed amendments as the Vernon Plumbing Code. The amendments in brief summary are as follows: 1. Establishes City Permit Fees. 2. Establishes the responsibilities of the permittee. 3. Establishes minimum number of plumbing fixtures. 4. Establishes requirements for yard drainage. 2013 Vernon Residential Code The Residential Code establishes regulations and standards for the structural design, construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, occupancy, location, maintenance, demolition and accessibility for one and two family dwelling units not exceeding three stories within the City of Vernon. It is recommended that the 2013 California Residential Code, and standards contained therein, including Appendix G, published by the International Code Council and the California Building Standards Commission, be adopted with the proposed amendments as the Vernon Residential Code. The amendments in brief summary are as follows: 1. Establishes permittee responsibilities 2. Establishes reinspection fees. 3. Establishes roofing material requirements. 4. Establishes various technical amendments as developed by the LARUCP to improve the seismic and wind loading capabilities of structures within the City. 2010 Vernon Green Building Standards Code The Green Buildings Standards Code establishes both mandatory and voluntary provisions through the development and planning process to protect, restore and enhance the environmental quality of the site and respect the integrity of adjacent properties. Mandatory measures for nonresidential projects include but are not limited to the following: • the development of a storm water pollution prevention plan, • bicycle parking, • designated parking for fuel efficient vehicles, • light pollution reduction measures, • sub water meters for buildings 50,000 square feet or greater, • installation of low flow plumbing fixtures, • installation of weather based irrigation controllers, • requirement that 50% of construction waste and debris be recycled, • requirement of accessible recycling waste bins, • requirement of the commissioning of buildings 10,000 square feet or more, and • requirement of adhesive products be low VOC and establishes limits for fonnaldehydes. It is recommended that the 2013 California Green Building Standards Code, and the standards contained therein, published by the California Building Standards Commission, be adopted with the proposed amendments as the Vernon Green Building Standards Code. The amendments in brief summary are as follows: 1. Establishes City Permit Fees. 2. Defines low rise residential and sustainability. 3. Establishes various technical amendments as developed by the LARUCP to improve the sustainability footprint of buildings being constructed in the City. 2013 Vernon Existing Building Code The Existing Building Code establishes minimum design standards for the structural seismic strengthening of existing unreinforced masonry bearing wall buildings. These standards are primarily established to reduce the risk of loss of life or injury. Compliance with these provisions will not necessarily prevent the loss of life or injury, or prevent earthquake damage to rehabilitated buildings. It is recommended that the 2013 California Existing Building Code consisting of Appendix Chapter A 1 and referenced standards contained therein, published by the International Code Council and the California Building Standards Commission, be adopted as the Vernon Existing Building Code. Sections 38660 and 50022.2 of the California Government Code, among other things, authorize the City Council to adopt by reference, regulations for the summary abatement, destruction, or removal of unsafe structures and of unsightly or partially destroyed buildings. In particular, older buildings of tilt -up concrete wall construction are recognized to be unsafe and hazardous due to the potential for collapse in an earthquake, especially those constructed prior to the adoption of the 1976 Uniform Building Code. These types of structures often do not have proper ties between the wall and roofing systems. During an earthquake the wall and roof connection have been known to fail causing the roof to collapse endangering persons and property below. Property owners have in the past voluntarily retrofitted their tilt -up buildings and have either used other City standards or used no standards at all. Often lenders or insurance companies require these types of buildings to be retrofitted. City staff believes that a minimum recognized standard should be established for the retrofit of these structures. Appendix Chapter A2 of the 2012 Edition of the International Existing Building Code published by the International Code Council establishes minimum standards for tilt -up concrete walled buildings to provide structural seismic resistance in order to reduce the risk of life loss or injury on both the subject and adjacent properties. Chapter A2 of the 2009 International Existing Building Code was previously adopted as the retrofit standard for tilt -up concrete walled buildings. In addition, Chapter A5 of the 2009 hrtemational Existing Building Code was previously adopted as the seismic retrofit standards for concrete framed buildings. It is recommended that Chapters A2 and A5 of the 2012 Edition of the International Existing Building Code be adopted as the new minimum standard. It should be noted that these standards will not necessarily prevent loss of life or injury or prevent earthquake damage to an existing building, but will improve the seismic performance of these structures. Lastly, this retrofit requirement for tilt -up concrete walled structures or concrete framed buildings is a voluntary program and is not mandated by the City. The California Existing Building Code, part of the California Building Standards Code, 24 CCR Part 10, does regulate unreinforced masonry buildings and other buildings vulnerable to seismic hazards. However, it does not sufficiently address the seismic hazards found in the numerous tilt -up concrete buildings that exist in the City. Although the International Existing Building Code is currently a model code which has not been adopted by the state, many jurisdictions have adopted these supplemental design standards. The inclusion of the International Existing Building Code's standards into the Vernon Municipal Code is therefore reasonably necessary to regulate and abate the seismic hazards in such buildings and other construction on the basis of the high level of geologic activity in this area. 2013 Vernon Energy Code The Energy Code establishes energy efficiencies standards for buildings constructed or enlarged within the City. The standards include regulations on building envelopes, space conditioning, water heating systems, and lighting systems. It is recommended that the 2013 California Energy Code, including appendices, and standards contained therein, published by the California Building Standards Commission, be adopted with one proposed amendment as the Vernon Energy Code. The amendment in brief summary is as follows: 1. Administrative establishment of City Permit Fees. Vernon Dangerous Building Code The City has adopted the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, published by the International Code Council. This Code sets forth the criteria when a building is considered unsafe and establishes provisions for correcting the unsafe condition. No amendments are necessary and the Code may remain as previously adopted. Repair and Construction of Damaged Structures Article XI of Chapter 24 of the City Code establishes standards and regulations for the expeditious repair and reconstruction of structures damaged as a result of an uncontrollable event. An uncontrollable event is defined as an act of God including but not limited to a seismic event, flood, fire, tsunami or other natural disaster beyond the control of the property owner. Staff is recommending that the 2012 Edition of the International Existing Building Code, published by the International Code Council, be adopted as the disaster repair criteria for the City of Vernon. Fiscal Impact There is no fiscal impact to the City by adopting this ordinance. CERTIFICATE STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) ) ss COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES) I, Ana Barcia, Deputy City Clerk of the City of Vernon, County of Los Angeles, State of California, hereby certify that the attached is a full and complete copy of. - Ordinance No.1217 — An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Vernon Amending Various Sections of Chapters 7, Fire Regulations and 24, Building and Construction, of the Vernon Municipal Code, Along with Amendments, Additions and Deletions and Adopting by Reference the Following Codes: (1) the 2013 California Fire Code, 24 CCR Part 9; (2) the 2013 California Building Code, 24 CCR Part 2; (3) the 2013 California Electrical Code, 24 CCR Part 3 (4) the 2006 Edition of the ICC Electrical Code Administrative Provisions; (5) the 2013 California Mechanical Code, 24 CCR Part 4; (6) the 2013 California Plumbing Code, 24 CCR Part 5; (7) the 2013 California Existing Building Code, 24 CCR Part 10; (8) the 2012 International Existing building Code, (9) the 2013 California Residential code, 24 CCR Part 2.5; (10 the 2013 California Green Building Standards Code Also Called the CalGreen Code, 24 CCR Part 11; (11) the 2013 California Energy Code, 24 CCR Part 6; Repealing all Prior Ordinances and Parts of Ordinances in Conflict therewith and making Express Findings and Determinations that Modifications to Said Codes are Reasonably Necessary because of Local Climatic, Geological or Topographical Conditions IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official Seal of the City of Vernon, County of Los Angeles, State of California, on this t-j- day of December 2013. SEAL: Ana&awfiav Deputy City Clerk CITY OF VERNON CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 19, 2013 ORDINANCE NO. 1217 SUMMARY (amending various Sections of Chapters 7, Fire Regulations and 24, Building and Construction, of the Vernon Municipal Code, along with amendments, additions and deletions and adopting by reference the following codes: (1) the 2013 California Fire Code, 24 CCR Part 9; (2) the 2013 California Building Code, 24 CCR Part 2; (3) the 2013 California Electrical Code, 24 CCR Part 3 (4) the 2006 Edition of the ICC Electrical Code Administrative Provisions; (5) the 2013 California Mechanical Code, 24 CCR Part 4; (6) the 2013 California Plumbing Code, 24 CCR Part 5; (7) the 2013 California Existing Building Code, 24 CCR Part 10; (8) the 2012 International Existing Building Code, (9) the 2013 California Residential Code, 24 CCR Part 2.5; (10) the 2013 California Green Building Standards Code also called the Calgreen Code, 24 CCR Part 11; (11) the 2013 California Energy Code, 24 CCR Part 6; repealing all prior ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict therewith and making express findings and determinations that modifications to said codes are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions) A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE FULL TEXT OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 1217 IS AVAILABLE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK LOCATED AT 4305 SANTA FE AVENUE, VERNON, CALIFORNIA. Ordinance No. 1217 was duly introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Vernon held on November 19, 2013. Ordinance No. 1217 is scheduled to be approved and adopted by said Council at a regular meeting to be held on December 17, 2013. On December 17, 2013, the City Council of the City of Vernon is proposing to adopt Ordinance No. 1217 amending various Sections of Chapters 7, Fire Regulations and 24, Building and Construction, of the Vernon Municipal Code, along with amendments, additions and deletions and adopting by reference the following codes: (1) the 2013 California Fire Code, 24 CCR Part 9; (2) the 2013 California Building Code, 24 CCR Part 2; (3) the 2013 California Electrical Code, 24 CCR Part 3 (4) the 2006 Edition of the ICC Electrical Code Administrative Provisions; (5) the 2013 California Mechanical Code, 24 CCR Part 4; (6) the 2013 California Plumbing Code, 24 CCR Part 5; (7) the 2013 California Existing Building Code, 24 CCR Part 10; (8) the 2012 International Existing Building Code, (9) the 2013 California Residential Code, 24 CCR Part 2.5; (10) the 2013 California Green Building Standards Code also called the Calgreen Code, 24 CCR Part 11; (11) the 2013 California Energy Code, 24 CCR Part 6; repealing all prior ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict therewith and making express findings and determinations that modifications to said codes are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions. Dana Reed, Interim City Clerk of the City of Vernon, does hereby certify that Ordinance No. 1217 was duly introduced to the City Council of the City of Vernon at a regular meeting held on November 19, 2013, and said Ordinance is scheduled to be approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council tield on December 17, 2013. Dated: I - 90 I I Reed, Interim City Clerk This space is for the County Clerk's Filing Stamp Gro.ixy ulrf i rafians, I The Only All Hispanic Owned Chain of Bilingual Newspapers 111 S. Avenue 59, Los Angeles, CA 90042-4211 Ph 323.341-7970 • Fax 323.341-7976 • www.egpnews.com PROOF OF PUBLICATION (2015.5 C.C.P.) STATE OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES I am a citizen of the United States and a resident of the County aforementioned; I am over the age of eighteen years, and not a party to or interested in the above -entitled matter. I am the principal clerk of the printer of EASTERN GROUP PUBLICATIONS' EASTSIDE SUN, MEXICAN AMERICAN SUN, NORTHEAST SUN, BELL GARDENS SUN, VERNON SUN, COMMERCE COMET, CITYTERRACE COMET, MONTEBELLO COMET, MONTEREY PARK COMET, E.L.A. BROOKLYN BELVEDERE COMET AND WYVERNWOOD CHRONICLE, newspapers of general circulation, printed and published THURSDAYS in the County of Los Angeles, and which newspaper has been adjudicated a newspaper of general circulation by the Superior Court of the County of Los Angeles, State of California, under the date of JUNE 21. 1966. CASE NUMBER 884861; that the notice, of which the annexed is a printed copy (set in type not smaller than nonpareil), has been published in each regular and entire issue of said newspaper and not in any supplement thereof on the following dates, to -wit: NOVEMBER 21, all in the year 2013. I certify (or declare) under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Dated at LOS ANGELES, California, this 21.raday of NOVEMBER, 2013. 1�7nn 0�� Signature CITY OF VERNON Proof of Publication of City of Vernon City Council Meeting November 19, 2013 Ordinance No. 1217 Summary CITY OF VERNON CITY COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 17, 2013 ORDINANCE NO. 1217 SUMMARY (amending various Sections of Chapters 7, Fire Regulations and 24, Building and Construction, of the Vernon Municipal Code, along with amendments, additions and deletions and adopting by reference the following codes: (1) the 2013 California Fire Code, 24 CCR Part 9; (2) the 2013 California Building Code, 24 CCR Part 2; (3) the 2013 California Electrical Code, 24 CCR Part 3 (4) the 2006 Edition of the ICC Electrical Code Administrative Provisions; (5) the 2013 California Mechanical Code, 24 CCR Part 4; (6) the 2013 California Plumbing Code, 24 CCR Part 5; (7) the 2013 California Existing Building Code, 24 CCR Part 10; (8) the 2012 International Existing Building Code, (9) the 2013 California Residential Code, 24 CCR Part 2.5; (10) the 2013 California Green Building Standards Code also called the CALGreen Code, 24 CCR Part 11; (11) the 2013 California Energy Code, 24 CCR Part 6; repealing all prior ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict therewith and making express findings and determinations that modifications to said codes are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions) A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE FULL TEXT OF ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 1217 IS AVAILABLE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK LOCATED AT 4305 SANTA FE AVENUE, VERNON, CALIFORNIA. On December 17, 2013, the City Council of the City of Vernon approved and adopted Ordinance No. 1217 amending various Sections of Chapters 7, Fire Regulations and 24, Building and Construction, of the Vernon Municipal Code, along with amendments, additions and deletions and adopting by reference the following codes: (1) the 2013 California Fire Code, 24 CCR Part 9; (2) the 2013 California Building Code, 24 CCR Part 2; (3) the 2013 California Electrical Code, 24 CCR Part 3 (4) the 2006 Edition. of the ICC Electrical Code Administrative Provisions; (5) the 2013 California Mechanical Code, 24 CCR Part 4; (6) the 2013 California Plumbing Code, 24 CCR Part 5; (7) the 2013 California Existing Building Code, 24 CCR Part 10; (8) the 2012 International Existing Building Code, (9) the 2013 California Residential Code, 24 CCR Part 2.5; (10) the 2013 California Green Building Standards Code also called the CALGreen Code, 24 CCR Part 11; (11) the 2013 California Energy Code, 24 CCR Part 6; repealing all prior ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict therewith and making express findings and determinations that modifications to said codes are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions. I, Ana Barcia, Deputy City Clerk of the City of Vernon, do hereby certify that Ordinance No. 1217 was duly approved and adopted by the City Council of the City of Vernon at a regular meeting held on December 17, 2013, and passed by said Council by the following vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: McCormick, Davis, Maisano, Ybarra, and Martinez NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: None Dated: 1211 $ 13 Ana ia, De City C rk This space is for the County Clerk's Filing Stamp The Only All Hispanic Owned Chain of Bilingual Newspapers 111 S. Avenue 59, Los Angeles, CA 90042-4211 Ph 323.341-7970 • Fax 323,341-7976 • www,egpnews.com PROOF OF PUBLICATION (2015.5 C.C.P.) STATE OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES I am a citizen of the United States and a resident of the County aforementioned; I am over the age of eighteen years, and not a party to or interested in the above -entitled matter. I am the principal clerk of the printer of EASTERN GROUP PUBLICATIONS' EASTSIDE SUN, MEXICAN AMERICAN SUN, NORTHEAST SUN, BELL GARDENS SUN, VERNON SUN, COMMERCE COMET, CITYTERRACE COMET, MONTEBELLO COMET, MONTEREY PARK COMET.' E.L.A. BROOKLYN BELVEDERE COMET AND WYVERNWOOD CHRONICLE, newspapers of general circulation, printed and published THURSDAYS in the County of Los Angeles, and which newspaper has been adjudicated a newspaper of general circulation by the Superior Court of the County of Los Angeles, State of California, under the date of JUNE 21, 1966. CASE NUMBER 884861; that the notice, of which the annexed is a printed copy (set in type not smaller than nonpareil), has been published in each regular and entire issue of said newspaper and not in any supplement thereof on the following dates, to -wit: DECEMBER 19, all in the year 2013. 1 certify (or declare) under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Dated at LOS ANGELES, California, this 19thday of JANUARY, 2013. WFMC+u� Signature CITY OF VERNON Proof of Publication of City of Vernon 'City Council Meeting December 17. 2013 . Ordinance No. 1217 Summary