Item F-1 Agenda Report — Beverly Hills City Council, October 18, 2022

AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date: October 18, 2022
Item Number:

To: Honorable Mayor & City Council
From: David Yelton, Assistant Director/City Building Official Arlen Eskandari, Supervising Plan Review Engineer
Scott Stephens, Fire Marshal
Subject: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2022 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE; THE 2022
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE;
THE 2022 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA
ENERGY CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE; THE 2022
CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE; THE 2022
CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE; THE 2022
CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA
REFERENCED STANDARDS CODE; AND THE INTERNATIONAL
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE, 2021 EDITION; INCLUDING
CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS, AND DELETIONS; AND
AMENDING TITLE 9 OF THE BEVERLY HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE
Attachments: 1. Ordinance

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Council move to waive the full reading of the Ordinance and that the Ordinance be introduced and read by title only, and that the Council set a public hearing on November 15, 2022, for an Ordinance amending Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code relating to building and fire code regulations, by adopting by reference the 2022 California Building Standards Code and the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code with local administrative and technical amendments.

F-1
Meeting Date: October 18, 2022

INTRODUCTION
The proposed Ordinance adopts by reference the 2022 California Building Standards Code (Title 24) and the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code including city amendments and supplemental administrative regulations.

DISCUSSION
As part of a triennial cycle, the State adopts and publishes a new California Building Standards Code in the California Code of Regulations (Title 24) every three years which includes the following:
 2022 California Administrative Code
 2022 California Building Code
 2022 California Residential Code
 2022 California Electrical Code
 2022 California Mechanical Code
 2022 California Plumbing Code
 2022 California Energy Code
 2022 California Historical Building Code
 2022 California Fire Code
 2022 California Existing Building Code
 2022 California Green Building Standards Code
 2022 California Referenced Standards Code
 CCR Title 24 Part 1
 CCR Title 24 Part 2
 CCR Title 24 Part 2.5
 CCR Title 24 Part 3
 CCR Title 24 Part 4
 CCR Title 24, Part 5
 CCR Title 24 Part 6
 CCR Title 24 Part 8
 CCR Title 24 Part 9
 CCR Title 24 Part 10
 CCR Title 24 Part 11
 CCR Title 24 Part 12
State law establishes that the latest edition of Title 24 is the applicable code for all building occupancies throughout the state. The 2022 edition of Title 24 was published on July 1, 2022 by the California Building Standards Commission (CBSC) with an effective date of January 1, 2023.

The state allows the City of Beverly Hills to amend provisions of Title 24 provided that any amendments to building standards are more restrictive than Title 24 building standards and an express finding is made that each such amendment is reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions. Stricter environmental standards may be imposed for the California Green Building Standards Code. The City's amendments must be specific to an edition of Title 24. Thus, with each new edition of Title 24, the City Council is required to adopt these amendments by local ordinance. After adoption, these amendments with the required findings must be filed with the California Building Standards Commission to become effective.

In addition to the state codes listed above, the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code is proposed for adoption to replace the current 2018 edition. The 2021 edition establishes updated minimum administrative and enforcement standards for the maintenance of residential and commercial premises and structures.

Meeting Date: October 18, 2022
Building and Fire Safety and Sustainability
The Ordinance proposes to carry forward those City amendments that were adopted with the previous code to create a higher level of safety. These include stricter seismic design provisions for hillside buildings, expanded use of automatic fire sprinkler systems, and the requirement for higher levels of fire resistive construction. Each of these amendments has been updated to correspond to the new language in the 2022 edition of the California Building Standards Code.

In addition, the Ordinance includes enhanced vegetation management standards for new construction and properties located within the City’s very high fire hazard severity zone, intended to increase the likelihood that a structure will survive a wildfire, improve the defensible space around the structure for firefighting activities, and prevent direct flame contact with structures.

The Ordinance also proposes to carry forward amendments intended to promote the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, use of electric vehicles, and improved water conservation.

Building Administration and Enforcement
This Ordinance also proposes amendments to existing administrative and enforcement regulations in Beverly Hills Municipal Code Title 9 that are intended to improve clarity, eliminate overlap, and be consistent with new building standards and state laws.

FISCAL IMPACT
The costs of code books and staff training have been incorporated within the Community Development Department's current budget with no additional financial impact anticipated to administer the new code. However, the initial cost of construction will likely rise as a result of the State mandated green building and energy code with long-term savings expected over the life of the building.

Gregory Barton, Fire Chief
Ryan Gohlich, AICP
Director of Community Development
Approved By Approved By
Attachment 1
1 ORDINANCE NO. 22-___________

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS ADOPTING BY
REFERENCE THE 2022 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE; THE 2022
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA
HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA EXISTING
BUILDING CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA REFERENCED STANDARDS CODE; AND THE INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE,
2021 EDITION; INCLUDING CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS, AND DELETIONS; AND AMENDING TITLE 9 OF THE BEVERLY HILLS

MUNICIPAL CODE

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. Sections 9-1-107. N, 9-1-111 and 9-1-117 of Article 1 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code are amended to read as follows:
“N. Expiration of permit. Every permit issued by the Building Official under the provisions of this Code shall expire by limitation and become null and void unless work authorized by such permit is commenced within 1 year (365 calendar days) from the issuance date of such permit. If work authorized by such permit is commenced within 365 calendar days from the issuance date, such permit shall expire by limitation and become null and void 180-calendar days after the date of the last successful inspection.

Permit Extension. A written request for permit extension shall be made by the permittee no later than 30 days after the date of permit expiration. The building official may approve a permit extension for a period of time not exceeding 180 days from the date of expiration. A permit shall not be extended more than once. A permit extension fee must be paid and an extension granted by the building official prior to the recommencing of work.

If the permittee has made changes to the scope of work as shown on the approved plans and issued permit, or the building standards in effect on the date of the issuance of the original permit are no longer in effect, the building official may require the applicant to submit new plans or other forms of documentation to demonstrate compliance with some or all of the building standards requirements in effect at the time the permit extension request was received. In addition to a permit extension fee, the applicant may also be required to pay additional plan review fees to verify such compliance and inspection fees to verify the condition of the existing project, in the amount as determined by the Building Official.
2 Expired Permits. Once a permit, including any extension has expired, the permittee shall file a new application. The permittee may be required to resubmit plans and other documentation to demonstrate compliance with any new requirements of the BHMC in effect at the time of the new application was submitted, as determined by the Building Official. The applicant may also be required to pay additional fees, including plan review and inspection fees in the amount as determined by the Building Official.

1. Expiration of Permit for Unlawful Construction. Notwithstanding any provision of Subpart N. or any other provision of Chapter 1, if a building permit was issued in order to bring an unpermitted structure or other unlawful, substandard, or hazardous condition into compliance with any applicable law, or ordinance, such permit shall expire by limitation and become null and void 90 calendar days after the date on which the permit was issued. The building official may extend the validity of the permit for a period not exceeding 90 calendar days beyond the initial 90-day limit upon written request by the applicant filed with the building official prior to the expiration date of the original permit.”
“9-1-111: INSPECTIONS:

A. General: Construction or work for which a permit is required shall be subject to inspection by the building official and the construction or work shall remain accessible and exposed for inspection purposes until approved by the building official.

In addition, certain types of construction shall have continuous inspection as specified in this section. Approval as a result of an inspection shall not be construed to be an approval of a violation of the provisions of this code or of other ordinances or laws.

Inspections presuming to give authority to violate or cancel the provisions of this code or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid. It shall be the duty of the permit applicant to cause the work to remain accessible and exposed for inspection purposes.

Neither the building official nor this jurisdiction shall be liable for expense entailed in the removal or replacement of any material required to allow inspection. A survey of the lot may be required by the building official to verify that the structure is located in accordance with the approved plans. Neither the building official nor the city shall be liable for expense entailed in the removal or replacement of any material required to allow inspection.

B. Demolition, Excavation, And Shoring Inspections: Reinforcing steel or structural framework of a part of a building or structure shall not be covered or concealed without first obtaining the approval of the building official. Protection of joints and penetrations in fire resistive assemblies shall not be concealed from view until inspected and approved.

The building official, upon notification, shall make the following inspections:

1. Demolition inspection: To be made before demolition begins and after demolition is completed per approved plans but before construction, grading, or shoring is commenced.

2. Shoring and excavation: To be made throughout and after shoring and excavations are complete and required before foundations are in place.

3. Basement and subterranean garage: To be made throughout and after the basement and subterranean footings and walls are in place. 3 C. Footing And Foundation Inspection: To be made after excavations for footings are complete and required reinforcing steel is in place. For concrete foundations, required forms shall be in place prior to inspection. All materials for the foundation shall be on the job, except when concrete is ready mixed in accordance with approved nationally recognized standards such as ASTM C 94, the concrete need not be on the job. When the foundation is to be constructed of approved treated wood, additional inspections may be required by the building official.

D. Concrete Slab Or Underfloor Inspection: To be made after in- slab and underfloor reinforcing steel and building service equipment, conduit, piping accessories and other ancillary equipment items are in place but before any concrete is placed or floor sheathing installed, including the subfloor.

E. Trades (Plumbing, Mechanical, Gas And Electrical Systems) Inspection:

Rough inspection of plumbing, mechanical, gas and electrical systems shall be made prior to covering or concealment, before fixtures or appliances are set or installed, and prior to framing inspection.

F. Frame Inspection: To be made after the roof deck or sheathing, all framing, fire blocking and bracing are in place and all pipes, chimneys and vents to be concealed are complete and the rough electrical, plumbing, and heating wires, pipes and ducts are approved. Prior to rough framing inspection approval, and prior to final inspection approval, the city may verify conformity with applicable entitlements and zoning regulations. In buildings of Types IV-A, IV-B and IV-C, where connection fire-resistance ratings are provided by wood cover calculated to meet the requirements of Section 2304.10.1, inspection of the wood cover shall be made after the cover is installed, but before any other coverings or finishes are installed.

G. Lath, Gypsum Board And Gypsum Panel Product Inspection: To be made after lath, gypsum board and gypsum panel products, interior and exterior, is in place but before plaster is applied or before gypsum board and gypsum panel projects joints and fasteners are taped and finished.

H. Fire And Smoke Resistant Penetrations: Protection of joints and penetrations in fire resistance rated assemblies, smoke barriers and smoke partitions shall not be concealed from view until inspected and approved. Prior to final approval, the city must witness a test of all fire smoke dampers.

I. Weatherproofing: To be made after exterior lathing, roofing, and other weather protection materials are in place but before plaster is applied. Where balconies or other elevated walking surfaces are exposed to water from direct or blowing rain, or irrigation, and the structural framing is protected by an impervious moisture barrier, all elements of the impervious moisture barrier system shall not be concealed until inspected and approved. An approved weatherproofing consultant must certify the installation of weatherproofing on all retaining walls which are adjacent to interior areas of the building. The consultant will not be required if the installer is certified in writing by the manufacturer. For all new construction and when required by the city, an approved weatherproofing consultant must certify that the weatherproofing elements of the building have been installed in accordance with the approved plans, all relevant codes, and per manufacturer's specifications. At a minimum, an inspection and report will be required before plastering begins and before final approval is granted. 4 J. Energy Efficiency Inspection: To be made before work is concealed or made inaccessible based at the point in time when adequate stages of construction for the selected method of code compliance. Inspections shall be made to determine compliance with energy code and shall include, but not be limited to, inspections for:
envelope insulation R and U values, fenestration U value, duct system R value, and HVAC and water heating equipment efficiency.

K. Green Building Standards Inspection: To be made before work is concealed or made inaccessible based at the point in time when adequate stages of construction for the selected method of code compliance. Inspections shall be made to determine compliance with green building standards code and shall include, but not be limited to, inspections for site, parking, energy efficiency, water efficiency and conservation, material conservation and resource efficiency, and environmental quality.

L. Other Inspections: In addition to the inspection specified, the building official is authorized to make or require other inspections of any construction work to ascertain compliance with the provisions of this code and other laws.

M. Site Grading/Landscaping: To be made before work is concealed or made inaccessible. Underground irrigation system shall be inspected before landscaping is installed. Planting compliant with this code needs to be installed prior to final approval.

N. Equipment Inspections: Equipment for which a permit is required by this code shall be inspected by the building official. Equipment intended to be concealed by a permanent portion of the building shall not be concealed until inspected and approved. When the installation of equipment is complete, an additional and final inspection shall be made. Equipment regulated by this code shall not be connected to the water, fuel or power supply, or sewer system until authorized by the building official.

The requirements of this section shall not be considered to prohibit the operation of equipment installed to replace existing equipment serving an occupied portion of the building in the event a request for inspection of such equipment has been filed with the building official not more than forty eight (48) hours after the replacement work is completed, and before any portion of such equipment is concealed by permanent portions of the building.

O. Additional Required Inspections And Tests:

1. A preconstruction meeting with the city and the project personnel will be required prior to beginning any new building or when required by the city.

2. For all new construction and when required by the city, a licensed surveyor must certify that the location of the footing forms is per the approved plans before foundations can be poured. The surveyor must provide a plot plan showing precise dimensions to the property lines and the elevation of the forms as compared with the reference elevation shown on the approved plans.

3. For all new construction and when required by the city, a licensed surveyor must certify that the height of the building is in accordance with the approved plans. The surveyor must show the precise height of the building as compared with the reference elevation shown on the approved plans.

4. An approved weatherproofing consultant must certify the installation of weatherproofing on all retaining walls which are adjacent to interior areas of the building. The consultant will not be required if the installer is certified in writing by the manufacturer.
5 5. For all new construction and when required by the city, an approved weatherproofing consultant must certify that the weatherproofing elements of the building have been installed in accordance with the approved plans, all relevant codes, and per manufacturer's specifications. At a minimum, an inspection and report will be required before plastering begins and before final approval is granted.

6. Prior to final approval, a certified air balancer must provide a written report showing the air volumes for all elements of a commercial garage exhaust system or a commercial kitchen hood system.

7. Prior to final approval, the city must witness a test of all fire smoke dampers.

8. Prior to rough framing inspection approval, and prior to final inspection approval, the city may verify conformity with applicable entitlements and zoning regulations.

P. Final Inspection: To be made after finish grading and the building is completed and ready for occupancy.

Q. Special Inspections: In addition to the inspections required by this section, the owner, the engineer, the architect, or the person acting as the owner's agent shall employ one or more special inspectors who will provide inspections during construction as required in chapter 17 of the building code and which may also be required by the building official for work which, in the opinion of the building official, involves unusual hazards or conditions.

1. Special Inspector: The special inspector shall be a qualified person who shall demonstrate competence to the satisfaction of the building official, for inspecting the particular type of construction or operation requiring special inspections, and shall possess a current certification by an agency approved by the city. a. Duties And Responsibilities Of The Special Inspector: The special inspector shall observe the work assigned for conformance with the approved design drawings and specifications.

The special inspector shall furnish inspection reports to the building official, the engineer or architect of record, and other designated persons. Discrepancies shall be brought to the immediate attention of the contractor for correction, then, if uncorrected, to the proper design authority and to the building official.

The special inspector shall submit a final signed report stating whether the work requiring special inspection was, to the best of the inspector's knowledge, in conformance with the approved plans and specifications and the applicable workmanship provision of these codes.

The special inspector employed on any work must be present during the execution of all the work the inspector has undertaken to inspect. The inspector shall notify the department of his or her commencement of inspection of a job and shall specify the type of inspection for which the inspector has been engaged. This notification shall be made not later than the last working day preceding such commencement of inspection. The inspector shall report to the job sufficiently in advance of construction to become familiar with the plans and to inspect all materials to be used or concealed within such work; the inspector shall inspect the construction, erection, placing or other use of such materials; and the inspector shall observe whether there is compliance with the applicable codes as to all of the foregoing. During the 6 execution of the work, the inspector shall not undertake or engage in any other task or occupation which will interfere with the proper performance of his or her duties of inspection. The inspector shall report, as directed, to the director of building and safety, noting all violations of the applicable codes, which have occurred, and such other information as may be required. At the conclusion of his or her duties, on any project, which has been completed in accordance with this code, the inspector shall submit a report to the department setting forth the portion of the work the inspector inspected.

The report shall be made on forms supplied by the department and shall be filed in the records of the department.

Nothing herein shall be deemed to authorize any special inspector to approve the placing of concrete, grout, masonry, or structural steel prior to the approval of the regular city building inspector.

Where, in the opinion of the department, the special inspector is negligent in the performance of the inspector's duties, the job shall be stopped until such time as the negligence is corrected and adequate inspection has been performed. b. Continuous And Periodic Special Inspection:
(1) Continuous Special Inspection: Continuous special inspection means that the special inspector is on the site at all times observing the work requiring special inspection.
(2) Periodic Special Inspection: Some inspections may be made on a periodic basis and satisfy the requirements of continuous inspection, provided this periodic scheduled inspection is performed as outlined in the project plans and specifications and approved by the building official.
c. Approved Fabricators: Special inspections required by this section and elsewhere in this code or the technical codes shall not be required where the work is done on the premises of a fabricator registered and approved by the building official to perform such work without special inspection. The certificate of registration shall be subject to revocation by the building official if it is found that work done pursuant to the approval is in violation of the technical codes. The approved fabricator shall submit a certificate of compliance to the building official and to the engineer or architect of record stating that the work was performed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications. The approved fabricator's qualifications shall be contingent on compliance with the following:
(1) The fabricator has developed and submitted a detailed fabrication procedural manual reflecting key quality control procedures which will provide a basis for inspection control of workmanship and the fabricator plant. (2) Verification of the fabricator's quality control capabilities, plant and personnel as outlined in the fabrication procedural manual shall be by an approved inspection or quality control agency.
(3) Periodic plant inspections shall be conducted by an approved inspection or quality control agency to monitor the effectiveness of the quality control program.
(4) It shall be the responsibility of the inspection or quality control agency to notify the approving authority in writing of any change to the procedural manual. Fabricator approval may be revoked for just cause. Reapproval of the fabricator shall be contingent on compliance with quality control procedures during the past year. 7 R. Structural Observation: Structural observation shall be provided in seismic design category D, E, or F as indicated in the building code.

S. Inspection Record: Work requiring a permit shall not be commenced until the permit holder or the agent of the permit holder shall have posted in a conspicuous place at the construction site a permit and inspection record such as to allow the building official conveniently to make the required entries regarding inspection of the work. The permit shall be posted in a location such that it is visible from the street. The permit, construction documents, and plans shall remain readily available on site until final approval has been granted by the building official. The requirements for posting and location of posting may be waived or modified by the building official as deemed necessary for the particular type of work.

Duplicate inspection cards may be issued upon payment of fees as established by city council resolution.

T. Inspection Requests: It shall be the duty of the person doing the work authorized by a permit to notify the building official that such work is ready for inspection. Failure to do so constitutes a violation of this administrative code. The building official may require that every request for inspection be filed at least one business day before such inspection is desired. Such requests shall be made in a manner deemed acceptable by the building official.

It shall be the duty of the person requesting any inspections required by this code to provide access to and means for inspection of the work.

Failure of a permit holder to schedule and undergo all required progress, final or other inspections by the division is a violation of this administrative code.

U. Approval Required: Work shall not be done beyond the point indicated in each successive inspection without first obtaining the approval of the building official.

The building official, upon notification, shall make the requested inspection and shall either indicate that that portion of the construction is satisfactory as completed (which is referred to as a "successful inspection") or shall notify the permit holder or an agent of the permit holder wherein the same fails to comply with this code. Any portion of work that does not comply with the code shall be corrected and such portion shall not be covered or concealed until authorized by the building official.

All work and installations that are authorized by a permit shall not become lawful until a permit holder has obtained a final inspection approval from the division, which shall be in writing. There shall be a final inspection and approval of all buildings and structures when completed and ready for occupancy and use.

V. Reinspections: A reinspection fee may be assessed for each inspection or reinspection when such portion of work for which inspection is called is not complete or when corrections called for are not made. This section is not to be interpreted as requiring reinspection fees the first time a job is rejected for failure to comply with the requirements of this code, but as controlling the practice of calling for inspections before the job is ready for such inspection or reinspection.

Reinspection fees may be assessed when the inspection record card is not posted or otherwise available on the work site, the approved plans are not readily available to the inspector, for failure to provide access on the date for which inspection is requested, or for deviating from plans requiring the approval of the building official. To obtain a reinspection, the applicant shall file an application therefor in writing upon a 8 form furnished for that purpose, and pay the reinspection fee in accordance with the fee schedule adopted by this jurisdiction. In instances where reinspection fees have been assessed, additional inspection of the work will not be performed until the required fees have been paid.”
“9-1-117: VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES:

A. Unlawful Acts: It shall be unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, extend, install, repair, move, improve, remove, connect, convert, demolish, equip, use or occupy, or perform any other work, on any building or structure or portion thereof, or with regard to any building service equipment regulated by this code, or cause same to be done, in conflict with or in violation of any of the provisions of this Beverly Hills administrative code. It shall also be unlawful for any person to fail to comply with a requirement of this Beverly Hills administrative code or the code, or to disregard a stop work order, or to maintain any building, structure or building service equipment, or portion thereof, in violation of this Beverly Hills administrative code or the code. No person shall maintain grading (whether in the form of an excavation, fill or a combination thereof) without a permit. This prohibition supersedes any other provisions in Title 9, chapter 1 that pertain to grading.

B. Occupancy Or Use Violations: It shall be unlawful for any person to own, use, occupy, or allow, permit or suffer any use of a building, structure, or premises, or portion thereof, in violation of, any of this Beverly Hills administrative code, or the code.

Whenever any structure or portion thereof or equipment therein is being used contrary to the provisions of this code, or other pertinent laws or ordinances, or whenever any structure or portion thereof which was built contrary to the provisions of this code or other pertinent laws or ordinances, is being used or occupied, the building official may order such use discontinued and the structure, or portion thereof, vacated by notice served on any person causing such use to be continued. Such person shall discontinue the use within ten (10) days after receipt of such notice to make the structure, or portion thereof, comply with the requirements of this code, provided, however, that in the event of a dangerous building provisions of article 8 of this chapter shall apply.

No person shall own, use, occupy or maintain any "unpermitted structure". For the purposes of this code, "unpermitted structure" shall be defined as any structure, or portion thereof, that was erected, constructed, enlarged, altered, repaired, moved, improved, removed, connected, converted, demolished, or equipped, at any point in time, without the required permit(s) having first been obtained from the building official, or any work for which a permit has expired.

C. Recordation Of Violation:

1. General: The building official may record a notice with the Los Angeles County recorder's office that a property, building, structure, land, or any portion thereof (collectively hereinafter, the “subject property”) is in violation of any provision of the Technical Codes (as described in Section 9-1-101 A. of 9 the Beverly Hills Municipal Code), provided that the provisions of this subsection C. are complied with. The remedy provided herein is cumulative to any other enforcement actions permitted by the Technical Codes or the Beverly Hills municipal code.

2. Recordation: If: a) the building official determines that the subject property is in violation of any provision of the Technical Codes; and if b) the building official gives written notice of said violation(s) as specified below to the owner of the subject property (as identified on the last equalized assessment roll of the Los Angeles County assessor's office), then the building official shall have sole discretion to, at any time thereafter, record with the Los Angeles County recorder's office a notice of violation(s) concerning the subject property.

3. Notice: The written notice of violation(s) given pursuant to this subsection C. shall state:
a. A description of the violation(s).
b. The sections of the Technical Codes that pertain to
the violation(s); and,
c. That if the violation(s) is/are not corrected to the satisfaction of the building official in a timely manner, the building official may, at any time thereafter, record a notice of violation(s) with the Los Angeles County recorder's office against the subject property. “To the satisfaction of the building official in a timely manner” means without limitation that the property owner has properly commenced and completed all required actions with all required approvals and permits to correct all violations in the notice by the stated deadline(s).
d. The notice of violation(s), or copies thereof, shall be posted on the subject property and shall, by registered, certified, or first class mail, be sent to the owner(s) of the subject property as indicated on the last equalized Los Angeles County assessment roll. The building official may also consider and use additional addresses for owner(s) as contained in the city’s records.

A notice of violation(s) may be combined with other notices that the building official issues in the administration and/or enforcement of the Technical Codes.

4. Rescission: Any property owner who desires to have a recorded notice of violation(s) rescinded must first fully abate all violations with all required permits and inspection approvals, as required by the Technical Codes.

Upon determining full compliance with the Technical Codes has occurred, the 10 building official shall, within twenty (20) days of such a determination, file a rescission of notice of violation(s) with the Los Angeles County recorder's office for recording.

Following the recordation of a notice of violation(s) the building official is not required to make any inspection or review of the subject property to determine the continued existence of the noticed violation(s). It is the responsibility of the property owner to obtain all permits and request inspections, undertake and complete all corrective or other required actions to abate the violation(s) and obtain all required inspection approvals from the building official so that a notice of violation(s) may be rescinded.

5. Appeal. Any person having any right, title, lien, or interest in the subject property for which a notice of violation(s) has been recorded may request a hearing to appeal the notice. An unrecorded notice of violation(s) is not appealable. Persons seeking to appeal a recorded notice of violation(s) shall tender a written request for hearing to the building official (at Beverly Hills City Hall/Development Services Division) within thirty (30) days from the building official’s completion of service of the notice of violation(s) as required in Subsection C.3.d. If tendered by mail, the request for a hearing shall be addressed as follows:

Building Official
Development Services Division
Beverly Hills City Hall
455 N. Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
a. If the building official does not receive a request for a hearing in the thirty-day period, the right to appeal a recorded notice of violation is waived. A fee is not required to appeal a notice of violation(s). b. A request for a hearing shall be dated and signed and state the name of the appellant, his/her/its interest in the subject property and shall include his/her/its mailing address, phone number and email address. If a request for a hearing includes several appellants, each one shall provide that information.
c. A request for a hearing shall also include:
(i) the address of the subject property; and, (ii) the case number (as recited in the notice of violation(s); and, (iii) all objections to the notice of violation(s) or its recordation.
d. A hearing officer appointed by the city manager shall consider an appeal of a recorded notice of violation(s). The hearing shall occur within thirty (30) days of the building official’s receipt of a timely request for a 11 hearing. The building official shall give written notice of the time and place of the hearing, by first class mail, to each appellant at least ten (10) days prior to the date of the hearing. Failure of any appellant to receive a properly addressed notice pursuant to this section shall not affect an appeal hearing. Failure of an appellant or his/her/its representative to appear in person for a hearing constitutes a waiver of the right to appeal a recorded notice of violation(s). In that event, the hearing officer shall cancel the hearing. Only objections specifically raised by the appellant(s) in the request for a hearing shall be considered in an appeal hearing. The hearing officer may grant a continuance of the hearing for good cause shown by an appellant or the building official. e. An audio recording of the hearing shall be made.

Appeal hearings are informal, and formal rules of evidence and discovery do not apply. Appellants and the building official shall have the opportunity to present evidence in support of their respective positions and to cross examine witnesses.

The building official bears the burden of proof at an appeal hearing to establish cause for issuing a notice of violation(s) and for its recordation. The hearing officer must use preponderance of evidence as the standard of review in deciding the issues on appeal.
f. The hearing officer shall, within thirty (30) days of the hearing, render a decision in writing. A copy of the decision shall be served upon the appellant(s) and the building official by first class mail. If the hearing officer finds that there was cause for the building official to have issued the notice of violation(s) to the property owner and also finds that the building official had cause to conclude that the property owner did not properly commence and complete all required actions with all required approvals and permits to correct all violations in the notice by the stated deadline(s), the hearing officer shall uphold the notice of violation(s) and the property owner remains subject to Subsection C. 4. If the hearing officer finds that the building official did not have cause to issue the notice of violation(s) to the property owner or if the hearing officer finds that the building official did not have cause to conclude that the property owner failed to properly commence and complete all required actions with all required approvals to correct all violations in the notice by the stated deadline(s), the building official shall, within twenty (20) days of such a determination by the hearing officer, file a rescission of notice of violation(s) for recording with the Los Angeles County recorder's office.
g. A hearing officer’s decision is final.

D. Penalty: Any person violating, or failing to comply with, any of the provisions of this Beverly Hills administrative code shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation of any of the provisions of this Beverly Hills administrative code and the code is committed, continued, maintained or permitted, and upon conviction of any such violation such person shall be punishable by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) or by imprisonment for not more than six 12 (6) months, or by both such fine and imprisonment. The provisions of this section are in addition to and independent of any other sanctions, penalties or costs which are or may be imposed for a violation of any of the provisions of this code.

E. Costs: Any person that violates any provision of this code shall be responsible for the costs of any and all code enforcement actions taken by the building official in response to such violations. These costs shall be based on the amounts specified by the Beverly Hills schedule of fees and taxes as adopted by the city.

Any person violating the provisions of this Beverly Hills administrative code and the code shall reimburse the city for any and all costs, expenses and fees incurred by the city in responding to, investigating, assessing, monitoring, treating, cleaning, removing or remediating any violation of this Beverly Hills administrative code or the code. Such costs, expenses and fees to be paid to the city shall include all administrative expenses and all legal expenses, including costs and attorney fees in obtaining compliance and in litigation, including all costs and attorney fees on any appeal. The costs to be recovered pursuant this section shall be recoverable from any and all persons violating this code.

When required by law, this provision shall act as a prevailing party provision entitling the prevailing party to an award of attorney fees. Attorney fees shall not be recoverable unless the city elects in writing, at the initiation of any individual action or administrative proceeding, to seek recovery of its own attorney fees. In no action, administrative proceeding, or special proceeding shall an award of attorney fees to a prevailing party exceed the amount of reasonable attorney fees incurred by the city in the action or proceeding. Unpaid attorney fees shall be collectible in any manner allowed by law. “ Section 2. Sections 9-1-201 and 9-1-202 of Article 2 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code are hereby repealed, provided, however, that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of either section occurring prior to the effective date of this ordinance. New Sections 9-1-201 and 9-1-202 are hereby added to Article 2 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to read as follows:
“9-1-201: ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE: The 2022 edition of the California Building Code, excluding all appendices except I, J, and P, is hereby adopted by reference, subject to the amendments set forth in Section 9-1-202.” “9-1-202: AMENDMENTS TO CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE:

The California Building Code adopted pursuant to Section 9-1-201 is hereby amended as follows:
“Section 1.1.1 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:

1.1.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the California Building Code, may be cited as such and will be referred to herein as "this code." The California Building Code is Part 2 of thirteen parts of the official compilation and publication of the adoption, amendment and repeal of building regulations to the California Code of Regulations, Title 24, also referred to as the California Building Standards Code. This part 13 incorporates by adoption the 2021 International Building Code of the International Code Council with necessary California amendments.

For the city of Beverly Hills, these regulations shall be known as the Beverly Hills Building Code. The provisions contained in the California Building Code of the (compiled) California Building Standards Code as defined in section 18910, Health and Safety Code, may be cited as such and are referred to hereafter as "these regulations" or "these building standards" or "this code". These regulations shall also be collectively known as the "California Building Code" as amended by the Beverly Hills Municipal Code.”
“Section 502.1 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
502.1 Address identification. New and existing buildings shall be provided with approved address numbers or letters. Each character shall be not less than 4 inches (102mm) in height for residential properties and a minimum of 6 inches high for nonresidential properties and not less than 0.5 inch (12.7mm) in width. They shall be installed on a contrasting background, on private property, and be plainly visible from the street or road fronting the property. When required by the city building official or fire official, address numbers shall be provided in additional approved locations to facilitate emergency response. Where access is by means of a private road and the building address cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole or other approved sign or means shall be used to identify the structure. Address identification shall be maintained. Address numbers shall also comply with the most current edition of the Beverly Hills Fire Department Premise Identification Standard 19-002. 502.1.1 Street Numbering. The following provisions shall be applicable to street numbering:

On the east-west axis, all numbers shall sequence, as much as practicable, with the contiguous east-west streets abutting Los Angeles city and county.

On the north-south axis, streets north of Wilshire Boulevard shall be designated with the prefix "North," and streets south of Wilshire Boulevard shall be designated with the prefix "South."
Numbers on the northerly and westerly sides of all streets shall end in an odd digit, while numbers on the southerly and easterly sides shall end in an even digit.

The city building official shall designate street address numbers in the city. 502.1.2 Building Numbering Requirements. The entrances to all buildings from public streets shall have the numbers designated by the city building official conspicuously displayed near the entrance of the structure in a manner that is visible from the street or road. In commercial locations where vehicles can obstruct addressing due to curb side parking, numbers shall be placed a minimum height of eight feet (8') from the finished floor or as approved by the fire code official. Structures which have access from a rear alley, in addition to the numbering required by this section, shall for purposes of 14 emergency response, provide numbering and street identification which is clearly visible from the rear alley access in accordance with the following provisions:

1. The name of the street and street number as designated by the city building official shall be visible from the alley and located adjacent to the alley access to the structure.

3. If any property owner shall fail to provide the address identification required by this subsection on the premises, the city may provide and affix such address identification markings at no cost to the property owner. Where identification markings are provided by the city, no person shall remove, deface, or modify such markings without the written authorization of the city building official.

4. When structure access doors are available from the alley or side street for a single tenant or occupant, the door shall be provided with address numbering and street name identification including unit numbers or letters in a manner approved by the city fire code official.
502.1.3 Diagram Required For Six Or More Dwelling Units. Where a building or building complex contains six (6) or more separate dwelling units, a description diagram indicating the identification pattern and location of each dwelling unit shall be posted in a conspicuous manner at the primary entrance of such building or buildings. This requirement of this section shall be included in any building plans submitted for plan check.
502.1.4 Prohibition Against Placing Numbers On Streets, Sidewalks, Or Curbs Or Displaying Improper Building Numbers. No person shall place, maintain, or cause any number, figure, letter, carving, drawing, design, or other marking upon, or paint, any street, sidewalk, or curb in the city, except as authorized by the city. No person shall place, maintain, or display any address identification number other than as designated by the city building official.
“Section 701A.1 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
701A.1 Scope. This chapter applies to building materials, systems and/or assemblies used in the exterior design and construction of new buildings, additions and alterations located within a Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Fire Area as defined in Section 702A. “Section 701A.3 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
701A.3 Application. New buildings, additions and alterations located in any Fire Hazard Severity Zone or any Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Fire Area designated by the enforcing agency constructed after the application date shall comply with the provisions of this chapter.
15 701A.3.1 Application date and where required. New buildings, additions and alterations for which an application for a building permit is submitted on or after July 1, 2008 located in any Fire Hazard Severity Zone or Wildland Interface Fire Area shall comply with all sections of this chapter, including all of the following areas:

1. All unincorporated lands designated by the State Board of Forestry and Fire Protection as State Responsibility Area (SRA) including:

1.1. Moderate Fire Hazard Severity Zones

1.2. High Fire Hazard Severity Zones

1.3. Very-High Fire Hazard Severity Zones

2. Land designated as Very-High Fire Hazard Severity Zone by cities and other local agencies.

3. Land designated as Wildland Interface Fire Area by cities and other local agencies.

Exceptions:

1. New buildings located in any Fire Hazard Severity Zone within State Responsibility Areas, for which an application for a building permit is submitted on or after January 1, 2008, shall comply with all sections of this chapter.

2. New buildings located in any Fire Hazard Severity Zone within State Responsibility Areas or any Wildland Interface Fire Area designated by cities and other local agencies for which an application for a building permit is submitted on or after December 1, 2005 but prior to July 1, 2008, shall only comply with the following sections of this chapter:

2.1. Section 705A – Roofing

2.2. Section 706A – Attic Ventilation
“Section 701A.5 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
701A.5 Vegetation management compliance. Prior to building permit final approval, the property shall be in compliance with the vegetation management requirements prescribed in California Fire Code Chapter 49, including California Public Resources Code 4291 or California Government Code Section 51182. Acceptable methods of compliance inspection and documentation shall be determined by the enforcing agency and shall be permitted to include any of the following:

1. Local, state or federal fire authority or designee authorized to enforce vegetation management requirements

2. Enforcing agency

3. Third party inspection and certification authorized to enforce vegetation management requirements

4. Property owner certification authorized by the enforcing agency.” “Section 703A.5 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
703A.5 Weathering and surface treatment protection.
16 703A.5.1 General. Material and material assemblies tested in accordance with the requirements of Section 703A shall maintain their fire test performance under conditions of use, when installed in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. 703A.5.2 Weathering. Fire-retardant-treated wood shall meet the fire test performance requirements of this chapter after being subjected to the weathering conditions contained in the following standards, as applicable to the materials and the conditions of use.
703A.5.2.1 Fire-retardant-treated wood. Fire-retardant-treated wood shall be tested in accordance with ASTM D2898 (Method A) and the requirements of Section 2303.2.
703A.5.2.2 Deleted.
703A.5.3 Surface treatment protection. The use of paints, coatings, stains or other surface treatments are not an approved method of protection as required in this chapter.”
“Section 704A.4 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
704A.4 Alternative methods for determining ignition-resistant material. Any one of the following shall be accepted as meeting the definition of ignition-resistant material:

1. Noncombustible material. Material that complies with the definition for noncombustible materials in Section 202.

2. Fire-retardant-treated wood. Fire-retardant-treated wood identified for exterior use that complies with the requirements of Section 2303.2.

3. Deleted
“Section 709A.2 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
709A.2 Where required. The walking surface material of decks, porches, balconies and stairs shall comply with the requirements of this section. ” “Section 709A.3 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
709A.3 Decking Surfaces. The walking surface material of decks, porches, balconies and stairs shall be constructed with one of the following materials:

1. Material that complies with the performance requirements of Section 709A.4 when tested in accordance with both ASTM E2632 and ASTM E2726.

2. Ignition-resistant material that complies with the performance requirements of 704A.3 when tested in accordance with ASTM E84 or UL 723

3. Material that complies with the performance requirements of both SFM Standard 12-7A-4 and SFM Standard 12-7A-5.

4. Not adopted

5. Noncombustible material
17 6. Any material that complies with the performance requirements of SFM Standard 12-7A-4A when attached exterior wall covering is also composed of noncombustible or ignition-resistant material.

Exception: Wall material may be of any material that otherwise complies with this chapter when the decking surface material complies with the performance requirements ASTM E84 with a Class A flame spread rating.

7. Any material that complies with the performance requirements of Section 709A.5 when tested in accordance with ASTM E2632 and when attached exterior wall covering is also composed of only noncombustible or ignition-resistant materials.

Exception: Wall material shall be permitted to be of any material that otherwise complies with this chapter when the decking surface material complies with the performance requirements ASTM E84 with a Class A flame spread rating.” “Section 710A and subsections are deleted from the California Building Code.” “Section 903.2 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
[F] 903.2 Where required.

A. New Buildings. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be required for all occupancies, except detached storage sheds that are less than five hundred (500) square feet which do not store motor vehicles.

B. Existing Buildings. Approved automatic sprinkler systems shall be required in all existing buildings if: (i) additions, alterations or repairs are made within any twelve (12) month period which exceed fifty percent (50%) of the value of such existing building, (ii) an addition is constructed which exceeds fifty percent (50%) of the square footage of the existing building, or (iii) an addition of more than five thousand (5,000) square feet is constructed.

C. Specific Occupancies. Areas occupied by the following occupancies shall have an approved fire sprinkler system installed:
(1) Throughout all existing eating establishments having a floor area in excess of three thousand (3,000) square feet, including all related floor area including but not limited to food preparation and waiting areas.
(2) Throughout bowling alleys.
(3) Throughout public assembly occupancies having an occupant load of three hundred (300) or more persons. If such occupancies are located above the first floor, the floors below shall be provided with an automatic sprinkler system; provided further, public assembly occupancies of three hundred (300) or more persons placed in buildings existing prior to August 19, 1976, shall not be required to provide an automatic fire-extinguishing system in floors below such occupancy.
18 (4) Throughout hotels except those areas used exclusively for lodging. (5) Throughout retail sales rooms classified as group M and S occupancies if the floor area of all floors exceeds twelve thousand (12,000) square feet, and in group M and S retail sales and storage occupancies more than three (3) stories in height, and in group M and S occupancies, if such occupancies are located within the same building or structure as group R-l occupancies. The area of mezzanines shall be included in determining the areas where sprinklers are required.
(6) Nightclubs and discos in rooms primarily used for entertaining occupants who are drinking or dining and unseparated accessory uses where the total area of such unseparated rooms and assembly uses exceeds three thousand (3,000) square feet. For uses to be considered “separated,” the separation shall be not less than is required for a one-hour occupancy separation.
(7) In every story or basement of all buildings if the floor area exceeds fifteen hundred (1,500) square feet and there is not provided at least twenty (20) square feet of opening entirely above the adjoining ground level in each 50 linear feet or fraction thereof of exterior wall in the story or basement on at least one side of the building. Openings shall have a minimum dimension of not less than thirty (30) inches. Such openings shall be accessible to the fire department from the exterior and shall not be obstructed in a manner that firefighting or rescue cannot be accomplished from the exterior. When openings in a story are provided on only one side and the opposite wall of such story is more than seventy-five (75) feet from such openings, the story shall be provided with an approved automatic sprinkler system, or openings as specified above shall be provided on at least two sides of an exterior wall of the story.

D. Approved automatic sprinkler systems shall be required for new Ambulatory Health Care Facilities (as that term is defined herein) located in an existing building or portion thereof, and that are classified as a Business Group B or Institutional Group 1-

2.1 occupancy.”
“Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.10 of the California Building Code (and the subsections therein) are hereby deleted in their entirety, except 903.2.1.6.” “Section 903.2.1.6 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
[F] 903.2.1.6 Assembly occupancies on roofs. Where an occupied roof has an assembly occupancy with an occupant load exceeding 49 for Group A-2, and 300 for other Group A occupancies, all floors between the occupied roof and the level of exit discharge shall be equipped with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1.

Exception: Deleted.”
“Section 903.2.11 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
19 903.2.11 Specific building areas and hazards. In all occupancies an automatic sprinkler system shall be installed for building design or hazards in the locations set forth in Section 903.2.11.2, and Sections 903.2.11.4 through 903.2.11.9.” “Sections 903.2.11.1, 903.2.11.1.1, 903.2.11.1.2, 903.2.11.1.3 and 903.2.11.3 of the California Building Code are hereby deleted in their entirety.” “Section 903.2.11.7 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
[F] 903.2.11.7 Storage and use of nitrate film. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all new and existing rooms where nitrate film is stored and handled.”
“Section 903.2.11.8 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
[F] 903.2.11.8 Fiber storage vaults. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in new and existing combustible fiber storage vaults as defined in the fire code.” “Section 903.2.11.9 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
[F] 903.2.11.9 Bowling alleys. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all new and existing bowling alleys.”
“Section 903.3.1.1.4 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
[F] 903.3.1.1.4 Backflow Assembly for NFPA 13 Systems. An approved backflow assembly (DCDA, DCVA, or RPZ) shall be provided to all new or modified NFPA 13 systems.”
“Section 903.3.1.2 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
[F] 903.3.1.2 NFPA 13R Sprinkler Systems. This section including subsections are deleted. NFPA 13R systems are not allowed in the City of Beverly Hills.” “Sections 903.3.1.2.1, 903.3.1.2.2 and 903.3.1.2.3 of the California Building Code, are deleted.”
“Section 903.3.1.3.1 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
[F] 903.3.1.3.1 Double check valve. Two check valves are required to be installed to all new or modified NFPA 13D systems.”
“Section 903.3.1.3.2 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
[F] 903.3.1.3.2 Additional NFPA 13D Requirements. For new or modified fire sprinkler systems, each separate structure shall include the following:

1. Fire sprinkler riser assembly, including a main control valve, separate domestic valve, pressure gauge, water-flow switch and Identification signage. 20 2. Exterior Horn strobe located street facing on the address side at a minimum of 8 feet in height and unobstructed, or location approved by the fire code official

3. Sprinkler Box with spare sprinklers and wrench in an approved location.” “Section 903.3.1.3.3 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
[F] 903.3.1.3.3 GPM Test. A GPM test shall be required on all new NFPA 13D systems for structures 10,000 square feet or greater. Any existing NFPA 13D system with modifications, alterations or additions is subject to a GPM test as requested by the fire code official.”
“Section 903.3.9 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
[F] 903.3.9 Floor Control Valves. Floor control valves, waterflow detection, and check valve assemblies shall be installed at each floor where any of the following occur:

1. Buildings where the floor level of the highest story is located more than 30 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.

2. Buildings that are three or more stories in height.

3. Buildings that are two or more stories below the highest level of fire department vehicle access.

Exception: Group R-3 & R-3.1 occupancies floor control valves waterflow detection assemblies shall not be required.”
“Section 903.3.10 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
[F] 903.3.10 Exterior Projections. Sprinklers shall be provided for exterior canopies, roofs, porte-cocheres, loading docks, balconies, decks and similar projections that exceed 4 feet to newly constructed or to modified existing sprinklered buildings.

Balconies and decks built onto a non-sprinklered structure that projects outward more than 4 feet of exterior wall of the floor immediately below the projection shall be sprinklered.”
“Section 903.4 of the California Building Code, excluding subsections, is amended to read as follows:
[F] 903.4 Sprinkler system supervision and alarms. All valves controlling the water supply for NFPA 13 and 13D automatic sprinkler systems, pumps, tanks, water levels and temperatures, critical air pressures, and water-flow switches on all NFPA 13 and 13D sprinkler systems shall have all valves locked in the open position as required by the Fire Official and be electrically supervised by a listed fire alarm control unit. Where the combination of new and existing sprinkler systems totaling 6 sprinkler heads or more on one property are being modified or altered, the entire sprinkler system shall be monitored off-site by an approved Supervising Station (Central, Remote or Proprietary).

Exceptions:
21 1. New and existing sprinkler systems with a combined total of 5 heads or less on one property.

2. Electrical supervision of valves on 13D systems shall not be required.” “Section 903.4.2 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
[F] 903.4.2 Alarms. Approved interior audible and audible/visible devices shall be connected to every NFPA 13 and 13D automatic sprinkler system in approved location(s). Bells shall not be installed and existing bells shall be replaced when the system is modified unless approved by the fire code official.

One exterior approved audible and visible device, listed for outdoor use, shall be provided and connected to every NFPA 13 and 13D automatic sprinkler system. The device shall be located on the exterior of the building, a minimum of 8 feet from finished floor, free from obstructions, street facing and address side, or as approved by the fire code official. Structures not visible from the street shall require an additional exterior notification device as required by the fire code official. Such sprinkler water-flow alarm devices shall be activated by water flow equivalent to the flow of a single sprinkler of the smallest orifice size installed in the system. Where a building fire alarm system is installed, actuation of the automatic sprinkler system shall actuate the building fire alarm system. Approved fire alarm notification appliances shall be provided throughout as required by the fire code official. Visible alarm notification appliances shall not be required except when required by this Section and Section 907.5.2” “Section 905.12 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
[F] 905.12 Existing buildings. Existing structures with occupied floors located 3 or more stories above or below the lowest level of fire department access shall be equipped with standpipes installed in accordance with section 905. The standpipes shall have an approved fire department connection with hose connections at each floor level above or below the lowest level of fire department access. The fire code official is authorized to approve the installation of manual standpipe systems to achieve compliance with this section where the responding fire department is capable of providing the required hose flow at the highest standpipe outlet.” “Section 907.2.11 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
[F] Section 907.2.11 Single- and Multiple-Station Smoke alarms. Listed single- and multiple-station smoke alarms complying with UL 217 for all new and existing Roccupancies shall be installed as described in Sections 907.2.11 and NFPA 72.” “Section 907.2.11.5 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
[F] 907.2.11.5 Interconnection. Where more than one smoke alarm is required to be installed within an individual dwelling unit or sleeping unit in Group R occupancies, the smoke alarms shall be interconnected in such a manner that the activation of one alarm will activate all of the alarms in the individual unit. Physical interconnection of smoke 22 alarms shall not be required where listed wireless alarms are installed and all alarms sound upon activation of one alarm. The alarm shall be clearly audible in all bedrooms over background noise levels with all intervening doors closed. When low-voltage systems are required, the fire official may require additional sounder bases installed.

Low voltage systems shall be installed per NFPA 72 fire alarm system requirements.

Exceptions:

1. Interconnection is not required in buildings which are not undergoing alterations, repairs or construction of any kind.

2. Smoke alarms in existing areas are not required to be interconnected where alterations or repairs do not result in the removal of interior wall or ceiling finishes exposing the structure, unless there is an attic, crawl space or basement available which could provide access for interconnection without the removal of interior finishes.”
“Section 907.2.11.6 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
[F] 907.2.11.6 Power source. In existing construction, new construction, and in newly classified group R occupancies, required smoke alarms shall receive their primary power from the building wiring where such wiring is served from a commercial source and shall be equipped with a battery backup. Smoke alarms shall emit a signal when the batteries are low. Wiring shall be permanent and without a disconnecting switch other than as required for overcurrent protection.

Exception: Smoke alarms are not required to be equipped with battery backup where they are connected to an emergency electrical system that complies with section 604.” “Section 907.5 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
[F] 907.5 Occupant Notification Systems. A fire alarm system and sprinkler monitoring system shall annunciate at the fire alarm control unit and shall initiate occupant notification upon activation, in accordance with Sections 907.5.1 through 907.5.2.3.3.1, and 907.5.2.6. Where a fire alarm system and fire monitoring system is required by another section of this code, it shall be activated by:

1. Automatic fire detectors.

2. Automatic sprinkler system waterflow devices.

3. Manual fire alarm boxes.

4. Automatic fire-extinguishing systems.

Exception: Where notification systems are allowed elsewhere in Section 907 to annunciate at a constantly attended location.”
“Section 907.5.1.2 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
23 907.5.1.2 Redundant Fire Alarm Systems. Each fire sprinkler system shall have only one fire alarm panel which will be accessible to the fire department at all times.

Redundant fire alarm panels shall be removed unless otherwise approved by the AHJ. “Section 907.5.2.6 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
[F] 907.5.2.6 Additional Notifications Appliance Location. Approved audible and visible or visible devices shall be connected to every new or modified NFPA 13D automatic sprinkler system in an approved location(s). Visible alarm notification appliances shall be provided in all occupied rooms where ambient noise impairs hearing of the fire alarm including but not limited to residential home theaters, gyms, indoor activity rooms other rooms with similar uses that can impair notification.

Approved audible/visible or visible devices shall be connected to every new or modified NFPA 13 automatic sprinkler system in an approved location(s). Audible/visible alarm notification appliances shall be provided in all occupied rooms where ambient noise impairs hearing of the fire alarm including but not limited to public dressing, changing, or fitting rooms with full height doors or curtains that obstruct seeing the visible notification appliances or businesses with rooms where patients await medical care or consultation is provided, exterior common uses area or as approved by the fire code official.” “Section 907.6.3.1 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
[F]907.6.3.1 Annunciation. The initiating device status shall be annunciated only at the following approved locations by fire code official; near main entrance, lobby, fire control room, staffed security station or additional units with different addresses from reporting panel. Additional annunciator panels can be required at other locations per the fire code official.”
“Section 1008.2 of the California Building Code, excluding subsections, is amended to read as follows:
1008.2 Illumination required. The means of egress serving a room or space shall be illuminated at all times that the room or space is occupied.

Exceptions:

1. Not adopted

2. Aisle accessways in Group A

3. Dwelling units and sleeping units in Groups R-1, R-2 and R-3.

4. Sleeping Units in Group I, R-2.1 and R-4 occupancies.” “Section 1008.3 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
1008.3 Emergency power for illumination. The power supply for means of egress illumination shall normally be provided by the premises’ electrical supply. 24 1008.3.1 General. In the event of power supply failure in rooms and spaces that require two or more means of egress, an emergency electrical system shall automatically illuminate all of the following areas:

1. Aisles

2. Corridors

3. Exit access stairways and ramps

4. Parking Structures
1008.3.2 Buildings. In the event of power supply failure in buildings that require two or more means of egress, an emergency electrical system shall automatically illuminate all of the following areas:

1. Interior exit access stairways and ramps.

2. Interior and exterior exit stairways and ramps.

3. Exit passage ways.

4. Vestibules and areas on the level of discharge used for exit discharge in accordance with Section 1028.2.

5. Exterior landings as required by Section 1010.1.5 for exit doorways that lead directly to the exit discharge.

6. Group I-2 and I-2.1 exit discharge stairways, ramps, aisles, walkways and escalators leading to a public way or to a safe dispersal area in accordance with section 1028.5.
1008.3.3 Rooms and spaces. In the event of power supply failure, an emergency electrical system shall automatically illuminate all of the following areas:

1. Electrical equipment rooms.

2. Fire command centers.

3. Fire pump rooms.

4. Generator rooms.

5. Public restrooms with an area greater than 300 square feet (27.87m2). 1008.3.4 Duration. The emergency power system shall provide power for a duration of not less than 90 minutes and shall consist of storage batteries, unit equipment or an on-site generator. The installation of the emergency power system shall be in accordance with Section 2702.
1008.3.5 Illumination level under emergency power. Emergency lighting facilities shall be arranged to provide initial illumination that is not less than an average of 1 footcandle (11lux) and a minimum at any point of 0.1 footcandle (1 lux) measured along the path of egress at floor level. Illumination levels shall be permitted to decline to 0.6 footcandle (6 lux) average and a minimum at any point of 0.06 footcandle (0.6 lux) at the end of the emergency lighting time duration. A maximum –to-minimum illumination uniformity ratio of 40 to 1 shall not be exceeded. In Group I-2 occupancies, failure of a single lamp in a luminaire unit shall not reduce the illumination level to less than 0.2 foot-candle (2.2 lux).” 25 “Section 1010.2.12.1 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
1010.2.12.1 Access-controlled elevator lobby doors in mid-rise and high-rise buildings. When approved by the fire official, the entrance doors within an elevator lobby in a means of egress of midrise and highrise buildings serving offices that are equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 and an approved automatic smoke detection system installed in accordance with Section 907, are permitted to be equipped with an approved entrance and egress access control system which shall be installed in accordance with all of the following criteria:

1. The building is provided throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1.

2. A smoke detector is installed on the ceiling on the tenant side of the elevator lobby doors along the centerline of the door opening, not less than 1 foot and not more than 5 feet from the door opening, and is connected to the fire alarm system.

3. A remote master switch capable of unlocking the elevator lobby doors shall be provided in the fire command center for use by the fire department.

4. Locks for the elevator lobby shall be U.L. and California State Fire Marshall listed fail-safe type locking mechanisms. The locking device shall automatically release on activation of any fire alarm device on the floor of alarm (waterflow, smoke detector, manual pull stations, etc.) All locking devices shall unlock, but not unlatch, upon activation.

5. A two-way voice communication systems, utilizing dedicated lines, shall be provided from each locked elevator lobby to the 24-hour staffed location on site, annunciated as to location. Operating instructions shall be posted above each two-way communication device.

Exception: When approved by the fire chief, two-way voice communication system to an off-site facility may be permitted where means to remotely unlock the access controlled doors from the off-site facility are provided.

When permission has been granted for the use of an off-site facility, the property manager is responsible to inform, coordinate, and ensure all tenants within the building(s) are served by the same off-site facility.

6. An approved momentary mushroom-shaped palm button connected to the doors and installed adjacent to each locked elevator lobby door shall be provided to release the door locks when operated by an individual in the elevator lobby. The locks shall be reset manually at the door. Mount palm button so that the center line is 48 inches above the finished floor.

Provide a sign stating:

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, PUSH PALM
BUTTON. DOOR WILL UNLOCK AND
SECURITY ALARM WILL SOUND.

PROCEED TO EXIT.”
26 The sign lettering shall be 3/4-inch high letters by 1/8-inch width stroke on a contrasting background.

7. Loss of power to that part of the access control system which locks the doors shall automatically unlock the doors.”
“Section 1023.9 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
1023.9 Stairway identification signs. A sign shall be provided at each floor landing in an interior exit stairway and ramp connecting more than two stories designating the floor level, the terminus of the top and bottom of the interior exit stairway and ramp and the identification of the stair or ramp. The signage shall also state the story of, and the direction to, the exit discharge and the availability of roof access from the interior exit stairway and ramp for the fire department. The sign shall be located 5 feet (1524 mm) above the floor landing in a position that is readily visible when the doors are in the open and closed positions. Signs shall be installed on the interior of the stairways on each floor and on the exterior door of each stair door at the ground level, to identify each stair landing and indicate the upper and lower termination of the stairway. Floor level identifications and markings shall remain consistent throughout the entire property or building including, but not limited to lobbies, hallways, parking levels, and basement levels. Additional signage for interior stairway or ramps shall be arranged and marked to make direction of egress to the public way readily available.

In addition to the stairway identification sign, raised character and Braille floor identification signs that comply with Chapter 11B shall be located at the landing of each floor level, placed adjacent to the door on the latch side, in all enclosed stairways in buildings two or more stories in height to identify the floor level. At the exit discharge level, the sign shall include a raised five pointed star located to the left of the identifying floor level. The outside diameter of the star shall be the same as the height of the raised characters.”
“Section 1023.9.1 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
1023.9.1 Signage requirements. Stairway identification signs shall comply with all of the following requirements:

1. The signs shall be a minimum size of 18 inches (457 mm) by 12 inches (305 mm).

2. The letters designating the identification of the interior exit stairway and ramp shall be a minimum of 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) in height.

3. The number designating the floor level shall be a minimum of 5 inches (127 mm) in height with 3/4-inch (19 mm) strokes and located in the center of the sign. The mezzanine levels shall have the letter "M" preceding the floor level. Basement levels shall have the letter "B" preceding the floor number.

4. All other lettering and numbers shall be a minimum of 1 inch (25 mm) in height. 27 5. The stairway's upper terminus, such as ROOF ACCESS or NO ROOF ACCESS, shall be placed under the stairway identification in 1-inch-high (25 mm) block lettering with 1/4-inch (6 mm) strokes.

6. The lower and upper terminus of the stairway shall be placed at the bottom of the sign in 1-inch-high (25mm) block lettering with 1/4 inch (6 mm) strokes.

7. Characters and their background shall have a nonglare finish. Characters shall contrast with their background, with either light characters on a dark background or dark characters on a light background.

8. When signs required by Section 1023.9 are installed in interior exit enclosures of buildings subject to Section 1025, the signs shall be made of the same materials as required by Section 1025.4.

9. Signs shall also be installed on the exterior of all ground level stairway doors.” “Section 1505.1 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
[BF] 1505.1 General. Except as otherwise provided in this section, roof coverings or roof assemblies on any structure regulated by this code shall be a fire-retardant roof covering or roof assembly that is listed as a Class A assembly in accordance with ASTM E 108 or UL 790. In addition, no wood shall be used as a roof covering material.

Noncombustible non-wood roof coverings may be applied in accordance with the manufacturer’s requirements in lieu of a fire-retardant roofing assembly.

Exception: Roof repairs of less than 10 percent of the total roof area on existing structures in any one-year period may be repaired with a roof covering that meets the same fire retardant standard as the existing roof.”
“Sections 1505.1.1, 1505.1.2 and 1505.1.3 of the California Building Code are hereby deleted.
“Section 1505.1.5 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
1505.1.5 Class A roof covering requirement. Notwithstanding any other requirement of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code, no later than July 1, 2014, all wood roof coverings in the City of Beverly Hills shall be either: (1) fire retardant Class A; or (2) treated with a fire retardant spray in accordance with Sections 1505.1.6, 1505.1.7 and 1505.1.8.

Exceptions:

1. Demolition or renovation permit. Property owners with a non-Class A wood roof that, as of July 1, 2014, have applied for or possess a demolition permit or renovation permit involving a reroofing or an alteration or addition to the roof, shall have until December 31, 2014 to commence such demolition or renovation and remove the non-Class A wood roof; provided however, that such property owner shall submit a signed affidavit, on a form provided by the City, representing that the non-Class A wood roof will be removed by December 31, 2014.
28 2. Qualified Historical Building or Property. A Qualified Historical Building or Property, as defined in the California Historical Building Code adopted by reference into the Beverly Hills Municipal Code, shall comply with the requirements set forth in the California Historical Building Code, as adopted and amended by the City of Beverly Hills.”
“Section 1505.1.6 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
“1505.1.6 Fire retardant spray for non-Class A wood roofs. If a fire retardant spray is applied on a non-Class A wood roof pursuant to Section 1505.1.5 above, such fire retardant spray shall comply with the current standards of the California State Fire Marshal, including but not limited to ASTM E-84, NFPA 255 and UL 723, and shall be applied by a California licensed contractor, or other qualified applicator. The property owner and certified applicator shall submit a signed affidavit on a form provided by the City indicating the manufacturer’s recommended effectiveness period and the certified applicator’s warranty period. The fire retardant spray shall be repeated before the end of the manufacturer’s recommended effectiveness period or the certified applicator’s certification warranty, whichever is shorter; provided, however, that the fire retardant spray need not be repeated if, before the end of the manufacturer’s recommended effectiveness period or certified applicator’s warranty period, whichever is earlier, a property owner has applied for or possesses a demolition permit or renovation permit involving a reroofing or an alteration or addition to the roof, and commences such demolition or renovation and removes the non-Class A wood roof within 180 days from the expiration of such effectiveness or warranty period; provided further however, that the property owner shall submit a signed affidavit, on a form provided by the City, representing that such property owner is not repeating the fire retardant spray because the non-Class A wood roof will be removed within 180 days from the expiration of the manufacturer’s recommended effectiveness period or certified applicator’s warranty period, whichever is earlier, of the existing spray.”
“Section 1505.1.7 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
“1505.1.7 Permits required. No fire retardant spray shall be applied on a non-Class A wood roof within the City without first obtaining a permit from the City. There will be no charge for such permit, which shall remain valid for the term of the manufacturer’s recommended effectiveness period or the certified applicator’s certification warranty, whichever is shorter. The permit shall state the name of the certified applicator, the approved fire retardant spray material and the permit expiration date. Before a property owner repeats the fire retardant spray in accordance with Section 1505.1.6, such property owner shall renew the permit obtained pursuant to this section.” “Section 1505.1.8 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
“1505.1.8 Replacement of non-Class A wood roofs upon sale or transfer.

Notwithstanding Section 1505.1.5 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code, effective July 1, 2014, all existing non-Class A wood roofs shall be replaced with a fire retardant Class A non-wood roof before the sale or transfer of such property for monetary consideration. 29 Exceptions:

1. Buyer assumes responsibility, if the Seller and the Buyer agree that the Buyer shall assume responsibility to replace the wood roof and an application for a demolition permit or renovation permit involving a reroofing or an alteration or addition to the roof will be submitted, and such demolition or renovation will commence, and such non-Class A wood roof will be removed, within 180 days from the date of title transfer, then the non-Class A wood roof need not be replaced before the sale or transfer of such property, but shall be removed by the Buyer within the 180 day period from the date of title transfer; provided further, that the Seller and Buyer of such property shall submit a signed affidavit, on a form provided by the City, representing that the Buyer will remove the non-Class A wood roof within 180 days from the date of title transfer.

2. Qualified Historical Building or Property. A Qualified Historical Building or Property, as defined in the California Historical Building Code adopted by reference into the Beverly Hills Municipal Code, shall comply with the requirements set forth in the California Historical Building Code, as adopted and amended by the City of Beverly Hills.”
“Section 1511.10 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:

Section 1511.10 Roof Top Equipment Enclosures. Operating equipment, including associated ducting, located on the roof of a building shall be enclosed so as to be shielded from view in a horizontal plane or lower and so as to comply with the noise abatement provisions of Chapter 1 of Title 5 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code. The enclosure finish shall match that of the building exterior walls. Enclosures on buildings with non-residential uses shall be of non-combustible, opaque material.” “Sections 1613.5 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
1613.5 Amendments to ASCE 7. The provisions of Section 1613.5 shall be permitted as an amendment to the relevant provisions of ASCE 7.
“Section 1613.5.1 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
1613.5.1 Values for Vertical Combinations. Modify ASCE 7 Section 12.2.3.1 Exception 3 as follows:

3. Detached one- and two-family dwellings up to two stories in height of light frame construction.”
“Section 1613.5.2 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
1613.5.2 Wood Diaphragms. Modify ASCE 7 Section 12.11.2.2.3 as follows:

12.11.2.2.3 Wood Diaphragms. The anchorage of concrete or masonry structural walls to wood diaphragms shall be in accordance with AWC SDPWS 4.1.5.1 and this 30 section. Continuous ties required by this section shall be in addition to the diaphragm sheathing. Anchorage shall not be accomplished by use of toenails or nails subject to withdrawal, nor shall wood ledgers or framing be used in crossgrain bending or cross-grain tension. The diaphragm sheathing shall not be considered effective for providing the 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 shall 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.” “Section 1613.5.3 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
1613.5.3 Structural Separation. Modify ASCE 7 Section 12.12.3 Equation 12.12-1 as follows:
(12.12-1)
“Section 1613.6 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
1613.6 Seismic Design Provisions for Hillside Buildings. 1613.6.1 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.
1613.6.2 Scope. The provisions of this section shall apply to the design of the lateralforce-resisting system for hillside buildings at and below the base level diaphragm. The design of the lateral-force-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. 31 1613.6.3 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 1613.6.5 and 1613.6.7.3 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 1613.6.6 and 1613.6.7.4.

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.
1613.6.4 Analysis and Design.
1613.6.4.1 General. Every hillside building within the scope of this section shall be analyzed, designed, and constructed in accordance with the provisions of this division. 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.
1613.6.4.2 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.
32 1613.6.4.2.1 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.
1613.6.4.2.2 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. 1613.6.5 Base Shear Resistance-Primary Anchors.
1613.6.5.1 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 foundation.
1613.6.5.2 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).
1613.6.5.3 Design of Primary Anchors and Diaphragm Struts. Primary anchors and diaphragm struts shall be designed in accordance with the requirements of Section 1613.6.8.
1613.6.5.4 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 2205.2.1.2 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.
1613.6.6 Base Shear Resistance-Secondary Anchors.
1613.6.6.1 General. In addition to the primary anchors required by Section 1613.6.5, the base shear in the downhill direction shall be resisted through 33 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.
1613.6.6.2 Secondary Anchor Capacity and Spacing. Secondary anchors at the base level diaphragm shall be designed for a minimum force equal to the base shear, including forces tributary to the base level diaphragm, but not less than 600 pounds per lineal foot (8.76 kN/m) based on Allowable Stress Design (ASD) levels. The secondary anchors shall be uniformly distributed along the uphill diaphragm edge and shall be spaced a maximum of 4 feet (1219 mm) on center.
1613.6.6.3 Design. Secondary anchors and diaphragm struts shall be designed in accordance with Section 1613.6.8.
1613.6.7 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.
1613.6.7.1 Diaphragm Defined. Every floor level below the base level diaphragm shall be designed as a diaphragm.
1613.6.7.2 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.
1613.6.7.3 Design Force Resistance-Primary Anchors. The design force described in Section 1613.6.7.2 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 1613.6.5.
1613.6.7.4 Design Force Resistance-Secondary Anchors.
1613.6.7.4.1 General. In addition to the primary anchors required in Section 1613.6.7.3, 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 34 each diaphragm below the base level for at least 70% of the diaphragm depth.
1613.6.7.4.2 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) based on Allowable Stress Design (ASD) levels. The secondary anchors shall be uniformly distributed along the uphill diaphragm edge and shall be spaced a maximum of 4 feet (1219 mm) on center. 1613.6.7.4.3 Design. Secondary anchors and diaphragm struts shall be designed in accordance with Section 1613.6.8.
1613.6.8 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 be 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 3 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 one-third 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 35 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.
1613.6.9 Lateral-Force-Resisting Elements Normal to the Downhill Direction. 1613.6.9.1 General. In the direction normal to the downhill direction, lateral-forceresisting elements shall be designed in accordance with the requirements of this section.
1613.6.9.2 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.
1613.6.9.3 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.
1613.6.9.4 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. 1613.6.9.5 Distribution of Lateral Forces.
1613.6.9.5.1 General. The design lateral force shall be distributed to lateral-forceresisting elements of varying heights in accordance with the stiffness of each individual element.
1613.6.9.5.2 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 AWC 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 8 feet (2438 mm) and the maximum vertical height of a step shall be 2 feet 8 inches (813 mm).
36 1613.6.9.5.3 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.
1613.6.9.6 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 2205.2.1.2 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.
1613.6.10 Specific Design Provisions.
1613.6.10.1 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 (610 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.
1613.6.10.2 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. 37 2. Wood ledgers supporting a vertical load of more than 100 pounds per lineal foot (1.46 kN/m) based on Allowable Stress Design (ASD) levels and located within 48 inches (1219 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.
1613.6.10.3 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.
1613.6.10.4 Column Base Plate Anchorage. The base of isolated wood posts (not framed into a stud wall) supporting a vertical load of 4,000 pounds (17.8 kN) based on Allowable Stress Design (ASD) levels 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 5 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 2 galvanized nuts above the base plate.
1613.6.10.5 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.”
“Section 1613.7 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
38 1613.7 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.
1613.7.1 Scope. This part contains special requirements for suspended ceilings and lighting systems. Provisions of Section 13.5.6 of ASCE 7 shall apply except as modified herein.
1613.7.2 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.
1613.7.3 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 pipes with oversize rings, sleeves or adaptors through the ceiling tile.

Sprinkler heads and other penetrations shall have a 2 inch (50mm) oversize ring, sleeve, or adapter through the ceiling tile to allow for free movement of at least 1 inch (25mm) in all horizontal directions. Alternatively, a swing joint that can accommodate 1 inch (25 mm) 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.
1613.7.4 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.
1613.7.4.1 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 suspended ceiling assembly located along the means of egress or at the lobby.
1613.7.4.2 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.
1613.7.4.3 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 1008.3 of this Code. 1613.7.4.4 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.”
39 “Section 1704.6 of the California Building Code, excluding subsections, is amended to read as follows:
1704.6 Structural observations. Where required by the provisions of Section 1704.6.1, the owner or the owner’s authorized agent shall employ a structural observer to perform structural observations. Structural observation does not include or waive the responsibility for the inspections in Section 110 or the special inspections in Section 1705 or other section of this code. 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 or owner’s authorized agent shall coordinate and call a preconstruction meeting between the structural observer, contractors, affected subcontractors and special inspectors. The structural observer shall preside over the meeting. The purpose of the meeting shall be to identify the major structural elements and connections that affect the vertical and lateral load resisting systems of the structure and to review scheduling of the required observations. A record of the meeting shall be included in the report submitted to the Building Official.

Observed deficiencies shall be reported in writing to the owner or owner’s authorized agent, 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 is required before acceptance of the work by the Building Official.”
“Section 1704.6.1 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
1704.6.1 Structural observations for structures. Structural observations shall be provided for those structures where one or more of the following conditions exist:

1. The structure is classified as Risk Category III or IV.

2. The structure is a high-rise building.

3. 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.
40 4. Such observation is required by the registered design professional responsible for the structural design.

5. Such observation is specifically required by the building official.

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.” “Section 1705.3 of the California Building Code, excluding subsections, is amended to read as follows:
1705.3 Concrete construction. The special inspections and tests for concrete construction shall be performed in accordance with this section and Table 1705.3.

Exceptions: Special inspections and tests 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, not more 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.

2. Continuous concrete footings supporting walls of buildings three stories or less above grade plane that are fully supported on earth or rock where:

1. The footings support walls of light-frame construction;

2. The footings are designed in accordance with Table 1809.7; or

3. The structural design of the footing is based on a specified compressive strength, f’c, not more 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.” “Section 1705.13 of the California Building Code, excluding subsections, is amended to read as follows:
1705.13 Special inspections for seismic resistance. Special inspections for seismic resistance shall be required as specified in Sections 1705.13.1 through 1705.13.9, unless exempted by the exceptions of Section 1704.2.”
41 Exception: The special inspections specified in Sections 1705.13.1 through 1705.13.9 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, SDS, 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.” “Section 1803.2 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
1803.2 Investigations required. Geotechnical investigations shall be conducted in accordance with Sections 1803.3 through 1803.5. All proposed development of habitable structures for four or more units and all commercial properties shall complete an appropriate “standard-of-practice” geological investigation in accordance with the guidelines stipulated by the Building Official to ensure that active faults do not underlie the site or, if present, are appropriately mitigated by avoidance (structural setbacks).

Exception: The building official shall be permitted to waive the requirement for a geotechnical investigation where satisfactory data from adjacent areas is available that demonstrates an investigation is not necessary for any of the conditions in section 1803.5.1 through 1803.5.6 and Sections 1803.5.10 and 1803.5.11.” “Section 1807.1.4 of the California Building Code is deleted.” “Section 1807.1.6 of the California Building Code, excluding subsections, is 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.”
42 “Section 1807.2 of the California Building Code, excluding subsections, is amended to read as follows:
1807.2 Retaining walls. Retaining walls shall be designed in accordance with Section 1807.2.1 through 1807.2.3. Retaining walls assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F shall not be partially or wholly constructed of wood.” “Section 1807.3.1 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
1807.3.1 Limitations. The design procedures outlined in this section are subject to the following limitations:

1. The frictional resistance for structural walls and slabs on silts and clays shall be limited to one-half of the normal force imposed on the soils by the weight of the fooling or slab.

2. Posts embedded in earth shall not be used to provide lateral support for structural or nonstructural materials such as plaster, masonry or concrete unless bracing is provided that develops the limited deflection required.

Wood poles shall be treated in accordance with AWPA U1 for sawn timber posts (Commodity Specification A, Use Category 4B) and for round timber posts (Commodity Specification B, Use Category 4B). Wood poles and posts embedded in direct contact with soil shall not be used for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F.

Exception: Wood poles and posts embedded in direct contact with soil may be used to support nonhabitable, nonoccupiable structures such as fences when approved by the building official.
“Section 1809.3 of the California Building Code is 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 bars. Two bars shall be place at the top and bottom of the footings as shown in Figure 1809.3.
43 FIGURE 1809.3
STEPPED FOOTING”
“Section 1809.7 and Table 1809.7 of the California Building Code are 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. Lightframe construction using 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 SUPPORTED BY
THE FOOTING f

WIDTH OF

FOOTING
(inches)

THICKNESS OF

FOOTING
(inches)
1 12 6
2 15 6
3 18 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 1905 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.”
44 “Section 1809.12 of the California Building Code is hereby deleted. “Section 1810.1.4 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
1810.1.4 Special types of deep foundations The use of types of deep foundation elements not specifically mentioned herein is permitted, subject to the approval of the building official, upon the submission of acceptable test data, calculations and other information relating to the structural properties and load capacity of such elements. The allowable stresses for materials shall not in any case exceed the limitations specified herein. Driven piles or vibratory driving deep foundations elements are not permitted without permission from the Building Official.”
“Section 1810.3.2.4 of the California Building Code, excluding subsections, is amended to read as follows:
1810.3.2.4 Timber. Timber deep foundation elements shall be designed as piles or poles in accordance with ANSI/AWC 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.” “Section 1905.1 of the California Building Code, excluding subsections, is amended to read as follows:
1905.1 General. The text of ACI 318 shall be modified as indicated in Sections 1905.1.1 through 1905.1.11.
“Section 1905.1.7 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
1905.1.7 ACI 318, Section 14.1.4. Delete ACI 318, Section 14.1.4, and replace with the following:

14.1.4 – Plain concrete in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category C, D, E or F.

14.1.4.1 – 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 cementitious 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 supporting walls 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 45 provided at the top and bottom of the footing. Continuity of reinforcement shall be provided at corners and intersections.

Exception:

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.” “Subsections 1905.1.9 through 1905,1.11 are added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
1905.1.9 ACI 318, Section 18.7.5. Modify ACI 318, Section 18.7.5, by adding Section

18.7.5.8 and 18.7.5.9 as follows:

18.7.5.8 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 18.7.5.1, Items (a) through (c), over the full height of the member.

18.7.5.9 – At any section where the design strength, Pn, of the column is less than the sum of the shears Ve computed in accordance with ACI 318 Sections

18.7.6.1 and 18.6.5.1 for all the beams framing into the column above the level under consideration, transverse reinforcement as specified in ACI 318 Sections 18.7.5.1 through 18.7.5.3 shall be provided. For beams framing into opposite sides of the column, the moment components are permitted to be assumed to be of opposite sign. For the determination of the design strength, Pn, of the column, these moments are permitted to be assumed to result from the deformation of the frame in any one principal axis. 1905.1.10 ACI 318, Section 18.10.4. Modify ACI 318, Section 18.10.4, by adding Section 18.10.4.6 as follows:

18.10.4.6 – 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 18.14.
1905.1.11 ACI 318, Section 18.12.6. Modify ACI 318, by adding Section 18.12.6.2 as follows:

18.12.6.2 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.”
46 “Section 2304.10.2 of the California Building Code, excluding subsections, is amended to read as follows:
2304.10.2 Fastener requirements. Connections for wood members shall be designed in accordance with the appropriate methodology in Section 2302.1. The number and size of fasteners connecting wood members shall not be less than that set forth in Table 2304.10.2. Staple fasteners in Table 2304.10.2 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.” “Section 2304.10.3.1 of the California Building Code is added to read as follows:
2304.10.3.1 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.” “Section 2304.12.2.8 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
2304.12.2.8 Wood used in retaining walls and cribs. Wood installed in retaining or crib walls shall be preservative treated in accordance with AWPA U1 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.”
“Section 2305.4 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
2305.4 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 3 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.”
“Section 2306.2 of the California Building Code, excluding subsections, is amended to read as follows:
2306.2 Wood-frame diaphragms. Wood-frame diaphragms shall be designed and constructed in accordance with AWC SDPWS. Where panels are fastened to framing members with staples, requirements and limitations of AWC 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. 47 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.

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.”
“Section 2306.3 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
2306.3 Wood-frame shear walls. Wood-frame shear walls shall be designed and constructed in accordance with AWC SDPWS. For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F, application of Tables 4.3A and 4.3B of AWC 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 maximum nominal 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. 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.

For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F, application of Table 4.3B of ANSI/AWC SDPWS shall not be allowed.

For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F application of Table 4.3C of ANSI/AWC SDPWS shall not be used below the top level in a multi-level building.

Where panels are fastened to framing members with staples, requirements and limitations of AWC 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.
48 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 AWC SDPWS.” “Section 2307.2 is added to 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.” “Table 2308.6.1 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
49 50
“Sections 2308.6.5, 2308.6.5.1, 2308.6.5.2, Figure 2308.6.5.1, and Figure 2308.6.5.2 of the California Building Code are amended to read as follows:
2308.6.5 Alternative bracing. An alternate braced wall (ABW) or a portal frame with hold-downs (PFH) described in this section is permitted to substitute for a 48-inch (1219 mm) braced wall panel of Method DWB, WSP, SFB, PBS, PCP or HPS. For Method GB, each 96-inch (2438 mm) section (applied to one face) or 48-inch (1219 mm) section (applied to both faces) or portion thereof required by Table 2308.6.1 is permitted to be replaced by one panel constructed in accordance with Method ABW or PFH. 2308.6.5.1 Alternate braced wall (ABW). An ABW shall be constructed in accordance with this section and Figure 2308.6.5.1. 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 (3.2 mm) minimum-thickness wood structural panel sheathing nailed with 8d common or galvanized box nails in accordance with Table 2304.10.2 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 2308.3.1 shall be provided in each panel. Anchor bolts shall be placed at each panel outside quarter points. Each panel end stud shall have a hold-down device fastened to the foundation, capable of providing an approved uplift capacity of not less than 1,800 pounds (8006 N). The hold-down device shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. The ABW 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 by 12-inch (305 mm by 305 mm) continuous footing is permitted at door openings in the braced wall line. This continuous footing shall be reinforced with not less than one No. 4 bar top and bottom. This reinforcement shall be lapped 24 inches (610 mm) with the reinforcement required in the continuous foundation located directly under the braced wall line.

Where the ABW is installed at the first story of two-story buildings, 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 be not less than 3,000 pounds (13 344 N).
51 2308.6.5.2 Portal frame with hold-downs (PFH). A PFH shall be constructed in accordance with this section and Figure 2308.6.5.2. The adjacent door or window opening shall have a full-length header.

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 or galvanized box nails in accordance with Figure 2308.6.5.2. For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D or E, each panel shall be sheathed on one face with 15/32-inchminimum-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 2308.6.5.2. The wood structural panel sheathing shall extend up over the solid sawn or glued-laminated header and shall be nailed in accordance with Figure 2308.6.5.2. A built-up header consisting of at least two 2-inch by 12-inch (51 mm by 305 mm) boards, fastened in accordance with Item 24 of Table 2304.10.1 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 (15.9 mm) diameter and installed in accordance with Section 2308.3.1 shall be provided in the center of each sill plate. The studs at each end of the panel shall 52 have a hold-down device fastened to the foundation with an uplift capacity of not less than 3,500 pounds (15 570 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 hold-down device fastened to the foundation with an uplift capacity of not less than 1,000 pounds (4400 N). The hold-down devices shall be an embedded strap type, installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. The PFH 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 is permitted at door openings in the braced wall line. This continuous footing shall be reinforced with not less than one No. 4 bar top and bottom. This reinforcement shall be lapped not less than 24 inches (610 mm) with the reinforcement required in the continuous foundation located directly under the braced wall line.

Where a PFH is installed at the first story of two-story buildings, each panel shall have a length of not less than 24 inches (610 mm).”
53 “Section 2308.6.8.1 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
2308.6.8.1 Foundation requirements. Braced wall lines shall be supported by continuous foundations.

Exception: For structures with a maximum plan dimension not more than 50 feet (15240 mm), continuous foundations are required at exterior walls only for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category A, B, or C.

For structures in Seismic Design Categories D and E, exterior braced wall panels shall be in the same plane vertically with the foundation or the portion of the structure containing the offset shall be designed in accordance with accepted engineering practice and Section 2308.1.1.
“Section 2308.6.9 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
2308.6.9 Attachment of sheathing. Fastening of braced wall panel sheathing shall not be less than that prescribed in Tables 2308.6.1 or 2304.10.2. Wall sheathing shall not be attached to framing members by adhesives. Staple fasteners in Table 2304.10.2 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 above with 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.”
“Section 3109.3 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
3109.3 Public Swimming Pools. Public swimming pools shall be completely enclosed by a fence not less than 5 feet (60 inches) in height of a screen enclosure. Opening in the fence shall not permit the passage of a 4-inch-diameter (102 mm) sphere. The fence or screen enclosure shall be equipped with self-closing and self-latching gates.” “Section 3115 of the California Building Code is deleted.” “Section 3116 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
54 SECTION 3116

TENTS, AWNINGS, CANOPIES, AND UMBRELLAS
3116.1 Permits required. No tent, awning, or canopy in excess of forty (40) square feet shall be erected or maintained on private property within the city without first obtaining a permit from the city building official. The permit fee shall be as established by resolution of the city council. Unless otherwise authorized by the city building official, no tent, awning, or canopy in excess of forty (40) square feet shall be erected or maintained on private property within the city in excess of ten (10) days, unless authorized by the Building Official.
3116.2 Temporary use. Tents, awnings, or canopies of cloth or pliable material shall be erected only as temporary shelters from the rain or sun and shall not be used as permanent structures or additions to the main building. Except as authorized by the city council or as otherwise specified in the municipal code, such structures shall not be used for the purpose of sheltering goods, wares, or merchandise or for the purpose of engaging in business in any manner thereunder. Such structures shall be permitted only if so constructed and situated, so that in the opinion of the city building official, the structure will not cause a fire hazard or in any other way be dangerous to life, limb, or property.

Exception: The provisions of this section shall not prohibit the covering of materials stored in a yard with fire-retardant tarpaulins.
3116.3 Restrictions and requirements. Any tent, awning, or other pliable material for which a permit is required under this section shall comply with the following:

1. All city code provisions and regulations shall be complied with;

2. An electrical permit shall be obtained by a duly licensed electrical contractor for any wiring or lighting to be installed;

3. All plastics used shall display approval by the office of the fire marshal of the state;

4. All cloth used shall be incombustible or flame-retardant. Flame-retardant materials shall display the name of the treating agency, the date of the flame-retardant application, the type of flame-retardant used, and the flameretardant certificate;

5. A testing flap shall be provided for the use of the fire department inspector;

6. Two (2) means of egress shall be provided for tents or canopies having an area of 1,000 square feet or more. Such means of egress shall be not less than five (5') feet in width and located not less than one-fifth (1/5) of the perimeter of the structure apart. Each means of egress shall be provided with exit signs as required by this code.
3116.4 Umbrellas. No open umbrella in excess of seven (7') feet in diameter shall be permitted in the commercial and industrial zones. Any umbrella having a diameter of seven (7') feet or less shall be securely fastened to a movable base approved by the 55 city building official. Such umbrella shall at all times be maintained in a position and in such a manner as shall not constitute a fire hazard to persons or property, either from fire or wind.”
“Section 3201.5 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
3201.5 Property Line. No part of any structure, or any appendage thereto, shall project beyond the property line of the building site, except as specified in this chapter and elsewhere in the Beverly Hills Municipal Code.”
“Section 3201.6 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
3201.6 Materials. Structures or appendages regulated by this code shall be constructed of materials as permitted by this code.”
“Section 3202.1 of the California Building Code, excluding subsections, is amended to read as follows:
3202.1 Encroachments Below Grade. Encroachments below grade shall comply with Sections 3202.1.1 through 3202.1.3. Portions of buildings or structures below grade shall not project beyond the property line of the building site except as otherwise provided in the Beverly Hills Municipal Code.”
“Section 3203 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:

SECTION 3203

ENCROACHMENTS ABOVE GRADE
3203.1 Streets. In a commercial or industrial zone those portions of buildings, structures, or appendages thereto that may project beyond property lines adjacent to a street are as follows:

1. Marquees;

2. Canopies;

3. Cornices;

4. Awnings;

5. Signs; and

6. When approved by the architectural commission, flagpoles, lights, and other ornamental projections.
3203.2 Alleys in a commercial or industrial zone. Projections beyond property lines adjacent to an alley in a commercial or industrial zone shall not be permitted. 3203.3 Streets and alleys in residential zones. Projections beyond property lines adjacent to streets and alleys in residential zones shall not be permitted.” “Section 3204 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
56 SECTION 3204

MARQUEES AND CANOPIES
3204.1 General. For the purposes of this section, a marquee or canopy shall include any object or decoration attached to or a part of such marquee or canopy. 3204.2 Projection and clearance. A marquee or canopy shall project not more than two-thirds (2/3) of the distance from the property line to the curb line and shall be no less than eight (8') feet above the ground or pavement below. 3204.3 Thickness. The maximum height or thickness of a marquee or canopy measured vertically from its lowest to its highest point shall not exceed nine (9') feet. 3204.4 Construction. A marquee or canopy shall be supported entirely by the building. 3204.5 Roof construction. The roof or any part thereof may be a skylight provided wire glass or laminated glass that complies with section 2405 is used no less than one-fourth (
1 /4") inch thick with no single pane more than eighteen (18") inches wide. Every roof and skylight of a marquee or canopy shall be sloped to downspouts which shall conduct any drainage from the marquee under the sidewalk to the curb. 3204.6 Location prohibited. Every marquee or canopy shall be so located as not to interfere with the operation of any exterior standpipe or to obstruct the clear passage of stairways or exits from the building or the installation or maintenance of electroliers.” “Section 3205 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:

SECTION 3205

AWNINGS
3205.1 Definition. For the purposes of this section, the term "awning" is defined as follows:

Awning is a temporary shelter supported entirely from the exterior wall of a building. 3205.2 Construction. Awnings shall have noncombustible frames but may have combustible coverings.
3205.3 Projection. Awnings may extend over public property not more than seven (7') feet from the face of a supporting building, but no portion shall extend nearer than two (2') feet to the face of the nearest curb line measured horizontally. In no case shall the awning extend over public property greater than two-thirds (2/3) of the distance from the property line to the nearest curb in front of the building site. 3205.4 Height. Awnings shall not exceed nine (9') feet in height above the lowest extremity of the awning.
57 3205.5 Clearances. All portions of any awning shall be at least eight (8') feet above any public walkway.

Exception: Any valance attached to an awning shall not project above the roof of the awning at the point of attachment and shall not extend more than twelve (12") inches below the roof of the awning at the point of attachment, but in no case shall any portion of a valance be less than seven (7') feet in height above a public way.” “Section 3206 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:

SECTION 3206
DOORS
Doors, either fully opened or when opening, shall not project beyond the property line.

Power-operated doors and their guide rails shall not project over public property.” “Section 3207 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:

SECTION 3207
SIGNS
Signs may project beyond the property line as provided in Chapter 4 of Title 10 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code.”
“Section 3208 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:

SECTION 3208

FLAGPOLES
Flagpoles, when permitted, shall project no more than two-thirds (2/3) of the distance from the property line to the curb line and shall not be less than twelve (12') feet above the ground or pavement below, including the flag.”
“Section 3209 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:

SECTION 3209

CORNICES, LIGHTS, AND OTHER ORNAMENTAL PROJECTIONS
Cornices, lights, and other ornamental projections, when permitted, shall project not more than two (2') feet beyond the property line and shall not be less than eight (8') feet above the ground or pavement below.”
“Section 3306.4 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
3306.4 Construction Railings. Construction railings shall not be less than 42 inches (1067mm) in height and shall be sufficient to direct pedestrians around construction areas. Construction Railings shall be painted, and maintained painted, in a neutral color.”
58 “Section 3306.5 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
3306.5 Barriers and fences. Barriers shall be not less than 8 feet (2348mm) in height and shall be placed on the side of the walkway nearest the construction. Barriers shall extend the entire length of the construction site. Openings in such barriers shall be protected by doors that are normally kept closed. Barriers and fences shall be painted and maintained painted in a neutral color.”
“Section 3306.7 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
3306.7 Covered Walkways
Covered walkways shall have a clear height of not less than 8 feet (2438 mm) as measured from the floor surface to the canopy overhead. Adequate lighting shall be provided at all times. Covered walkways shall be designed to support all imposed loads.

The design live load shall be not less than 150 psf (7.2 kN/m2) for the entire structure.

Canopy Lighting. The space under the canopy over the walkway and the approaches thereto shall be kept well lighted with artificial lighting continuously between sunset and sunrise. An automatic lighting system shall be used.

Exception: Roofs and supporting structures of covered walkways for new, light-frame construction not exceeding two stories above grade plane are permitted to be designed for a live load of 75 psf (3.6kN/m2) or the loads imposed on them, whichever is greater.

In lieu of such designs, the roof and supporting structure of a covered walkway are permitted to be constructed as follows:

1. Footings shall be continuous 2-inch by 6-inch (51 mm by 152 mm) members.

2. Posts not less than 4 inches by 6 inches (102 mm by 152 mm) shall be provided on both sides of the roof and spaced not more than 12 feet (3658 mm) on center.

3. Stringers not less than 4 inches by 12 inches (102 mm by 305 mm) shall be placed on edge upon the posts.

4. Joists resting on the stringers shall be not less than 2 inches by 8 inches (51 mm by 203 mm) and shall be spaced not more than 2 feet (610 mm) on center.

5. The deck shall be planks not less than 2 inches (51 mm) thick or wood structural panels with an exterior exposure durability classification not less than 23/32 inch (18.3 mm) thick nailed to the joists.

6. Each post shall be knee braced to joists and stringers by members not less than 2 inches by 4 inches (51 mm by 102 mm); 4 feet (1219 mm) in length.

7. A curb that is not less than 2 inches by 4 inches (51 mm by 102 mm) shall be set on edge along the outside edge of the deck.
“Section 3307.1 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
3307.1 Protection required Adjoining public and private property shall be protected from damage during construction, remodeling and demolition work. Protection shall be provided for footings, foundations, party walls, chimneys, skylights and roofs. Provisions shall be made to control water runoff and erosion during construction or demolition 59 activities. The person making or causing an excavation to be made shall provide written notice to the owners of adjoining buildings advising them that the excavation is to be made and that the adjoining buildings should be protected. Said notification shall be delivered not less than 30 days prior to the scheduled starting date of the excavation.” “Chapter 36 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:

CHAPTER 36

HILLSIDE BUILDING DISTRICT
SECTION 3601

HILLSIDE BUILDING DISTRICT ESTABLISHED
There is hereby established a hillside building district in the area designated as the "hillside building district " as defined under Hillside Area and Trousdale Estates Area in Beverly Hills Municipal Code section 10-1-100. The specific regulations in this chapter shall apply to the hillside building district where slopes exceed three (3) horizontal to one (1) vertical or where unstable geological or soil conditions are known or suspected to exist.

SECTION 3602

GEOLOGICAL AND FOUNDATION INVESTIGATIONS REQUIRED
3602.1 Investigations required. Prior to issuing a building permit for any new building, structure, or addition to an existing building or structure on a site in the hillside building district where slopes exceed three (3) horizontal to one vertical or where unstable geological or soil conditions are known or suspected to exist, a geological and foundation investigation shall be conducted, and a report shall be submitted to the city building official by a geologist and a civil engineer registered in the state; provided, however, the city building official may issue a building permit for an addition to an existing building or structure without a geological and foundation inspection if such addition is located so as not to be affected by slopes exceeding three (3) horizontal to one vertical.
3602.2 Prerequisites to permit issuance. Where a geological and foundation investigation required by this section indicates the presence of a geological hazard, and evidence indicates mitigating measures can offset or eliminate the hazard, the city building official shall issue a building permit provided all recommended mitigating measures are designed and incorporated into the proposed project and all other requirements of this code and the municipal code are met. 3602.3 Denial of permits. Where a geological and foundation investigation indicates the presence of a geological hazard, and evidence indicates no mitigating measures can offset or eliminate the hazard, the city building official shall deny the issuance of a building permit for the proposed project.
60 SECTION 3603

FOUNDATION EMBEDMENT
Where foundations are placed on natural slopes or uncompacted fill, the foundation shall extend through the natural overburdened or uncompacted fill and rest in undisturbed, unweathered, firm natural base materials. Foundations shall be designed to resist any vertical or lateral movement or overburden or fill.

SECTION 3604

YARD DRAINAGE
Surface runoff flowing or collecting on building pads and yards shall be directed to catch basins and non-erosive devices to reduce the hazard of erosion, subsidence, or slippage of the surrounding property. Such devices shall conduct any surface runoff to a street or alley and shall be designed to accommodate a three (3") inch per hour rainfall.

SECTION 3605

GUTTERS
Eave gutters and downspouts on structures located in the hillside building district shall be provided to collect all roof water and deposit it in non-erosive devices to a street or alley. Gutters, downspouts, and non-erosive devices shall be sized to accommodate a three (3") inch per hour rainfall.”
“Chapter 37 is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:

CHAPTER 37

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS IN CERTAIN AREAS
SECTION 3701

CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS IN COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL ZONES 3701.1 Except as provided in section 3702 all buildings and structures hereafter erected, constructed, or moved within any commercial or industrial zone shall be of type I, II-A, or III-A construction, and shall comply with other provisions of this code.

Any open parking garage of type II-B construction.

SECTION 3702

WALLS AND FENCES IN COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL ZONES
Any wall or fence built, constructed, or erected within a commercial or industrial zone shall be of noncombustible material.

Exceptions:

1. Protective walls or fences erected for the duration of a construction, demolition or alteration operation may be constructed of combustible material.

2. A temporary wall or fence erected to close the front or rear portion of a business 61 building pending occupancy may be constructed of combustible material provided such opening is filled entirely. Such enclosure shall be permitted to be used for a period not exceeding one year.”
“Appendix Section J103.2 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:

J103.2 Exemptions: A grading permit shall not be required for the following:

1. Deleted

2. Deleted

3. Deleted

4. Deleted

5. Excavations for wells, or trenches for utilities.

6. Deleted

7. Exploratory excavations performed under the direction of a registered design professional.

Exemption from the permit requirements of this appendix shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction.” “Appendix Section J104.3 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:

J104.3 Geotechnical Report
A geotechnical report prepared by a registered design professional shall be provided. The report shall contain not less than the following:

1. The nature and distribution of existing soils.

2. Conclusions and recommendations for grading procedures.

3. Soil design criteria for any structures or embankments required to accomplish the proposed grading.

4. Where necessary, slope stability studies, and recommendations and conclusions regarding site geology.

Exception: A geotechnical report is not required where the building official determines that the nature of the work applied for is such that a report is not necessary.

In addition, the geotechnical report shall specify whether methane hazard exists on site.

If methane hazard exists, a California licensed engineer or geologist shall submit a report to the satisfaction of the city building official which includes, but is not limited to, the results of the testing procedure and the proposed mitigation measures.” “Section J104.5 is added to Appendix J of the California Building Code to read as follows:
62 J104.5 Slope failure reports. In addition to any other requirements set forth in this chapter, the permit applicant shall submit to the building official a combined soils and engineering geology report to address the slope failure and provide recommended repair methods.”
“Section J112 is added to Appendix J of the California Building Code to read as follows:

SECTION J112

HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
J112.1 Notices. Whenever the city building official determines by inspection that any existing excavation or fill or other condition of the soil from any cause has become a menace to life or limb, or endangers property, or affects the safety, usability, or stability of a public way, the owner of the property upon which such excavation, fill, or other condition of the soil is located, or other person or agent in control of such property, shall, within ninety (90) days after the date of a written notice from the building official, repair and reconstruct such excavation, fill, or other condition of the soil so that it conforms to the requirements of this chapter, or otherwise repair, strengthen, or eliminate such excavation, fill, or other condition of the soil in a manner satisfactory to the city building official to eliminate the danger. The city building official may designate a shorter period of time for elimination of the condition if an imminent and immediate hazard is found to exist.

J112.2 Reports. In the event the owner or other person or agent in control of such property fails to comply with the notice to repair or reconstruct such excavation, fill, or other condition of the soil, the city building official may submit a written report to council requesting authorization to proceed in performing the work specified in such written notice, and assess the costs of such work as a special assessment against the property.

J112.3 Hearings. Upon the receipt of such a report, the council may fix a time, date, and place for a hearing on such report and any protests or objections thereto. At least ten (10) days prior to the hearing a notice of the hearing shall be served by certified mail, postage prepaid, addressed to the owner of the property at his last known address, and to each holder of any security interest in the real property.

J112.4 Authorizing work. On conclusion of the hearing, the council may by resolution confirm the report of the city building official and order the repair or reconstruction of such excavation, fill, or other condition of the soil by the city.

J112.5 Levy and assessment. Upon the completion of the repair or reconstruction of such excavation, fill, or other condition of the soil by the city, the city building official will transmit a final statement of the total direct and indirect costs of such work to the council, which will by resolution fix the time, date, and place for hearing such statement in accordance with the provisions of this code. Upon the date fixed for the hearing, the council will hear the report of the city building official, together with any objections or 63 protests thereto, and may then by resolution order the costs of the work to be paid and levied as a special assessment against the property. The city clerk will then transmit a copy of the resolution to the county auditor-collector directing that the amount designated to be collected concurrently with the next installment of real property taxes on the property involved.”
“Section J113 is added to Appendix J of the California Building Code to read as follows:

SECTION J113
BONDS
J113.1 Bonds required. The city building official may require the posting of a bond prior to issuance of a permit where the nature of the work, if commenced and allowed to remain in an uncompleted state, would create a hazard to human life or endanger adjoining or other property, any street or street improvement, or any other public property. The bond shall be in an amount sufficient to cover the cost of eliminating any dangerous condition or geological hazard if the project is not properly performed or is not completed in a timely manner. The bond shall comply with the provisions of title 3, chapter 4 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code.

J113.2 Right of entry. In the event of any default in any performance of any term or condition of the permit for the work, the surety, or any person employed or engaged on its behalf, or the city building official, or any person employed or engaged on his behalf, shall have the right to go upon the premises to complete the required work or make it safe.

J113.3 Interference prohibited. No person shall interfere with or obstruct the ingress or egress to or from any such premises by any authorized representative or agent of any surety or of the city engaged in completing the work required to be performed under the permit or in complying with the terms or conditions thereof.” Section 3. Sections 9-1-2A01 and 9-1-2A02 of Article 2A of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code are hereby repealed, provided, however, that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of either section occurring prior to the effective date of this ordinance. New Sections 9-1-2A01 and 9-1-2A02 are hereby added to Article 2A of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to read as follows:
“9-1-2A01: ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE: The 2022 edition of the California Residential Code, excluding all appendices except Appendix AX,is hereby adopted by reference, subject to the provisions of Section 9-1-2A02, and the same shall be known and may be cited as the Residential Code of the City of Beverly Hills.” “9-1-2A02: AMENDMENTS TO CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE: The California Residential Code adopted pursuant to Section 9-1-2A01 is hereby amended as follows:
64 “Section R101.1 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:

R101.1 Title. For the city of Beverly Hills, these regulations shall be known as the Beverly Hills Residential Code. The provisions contained in the California Residential Code of the (compiled) California Building Standards Code as defined in section 18910, Health and Safety Code, may be cited as such and are referred to hereafter as ‘these regulations’ or ‘these building standards’ or ‘this code.’ These regulations shall also be collectively known as the ‘California Residential Code’ as amended by the Beverly Hills Municipal Code.”
“Section R301.1.3.2 of the California Residential Code is 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 Sections 5537 and 6737.1.

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 one story in height or with a basement located in Seismic Design Category D0, D1, D2 or E.”
”Section R301.1.4 is deleted from the California Residential Code”. “Section R301.1.5 is added to the California Residential Code to read as follows:

R301.1.5 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 1613.6 of the California Building Code.” “Items 1, 3 and 5 of Section R301.2.2.6 of the California Residential Code are amended to read as follows:

1. Shear wall or braced wall offsets out of plane. Conditions where 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.

Exception: Deleted.

1. Deleted.

2. Deleted.

3. Deleted.
65 4. Deleted.

5. Deleted.

3. Shear wall or braced wall offsets in plane. Conditions where the end of a braced wall panel occurs over an opening in the wall below.

Exception: Deleted.

1. Deleted.

2. Deleted.

2.1 . Deleted.

2.2. Deleted.

2.3. Deleted.

3. Deleted.

5. Floor level offset. Conditions where portions of a floor level are vertically offset.

Exception: Deleted.

1. Deleted.

2. Deleted.”
“Section R301.2.2.11 is added to the California Residential Code to read as follows:

R301.2.2.11 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 California 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 lb/ft (73 N/m) or less.”
“Section R313.1 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:

R313.1 Automatic fire sprinkler systems. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be required for all occupancies, except U occupancies which are sheds that are less than five hundred (500) square feet.

Approved automatic sprinkler systems shall be required in all existing buildings if: (i) additions, alterations or repairs are made within any twelve (12) month period which exceed fifty percent (50%) of the value of such existing building, (ii) an addition is constructed which exceeds fifty percent (50%) of the square footage of the existing 66 building, or (iii) an addition of more than five thousand (5,000) square feet is constructed.

R313.1.1 Townhouse automatic fire sprinkler systems. An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall be installed in townhouses.

R313.1.2 Design and installation. Automatic fire sprinkler systems for townhouses shall be designed and installed in accordance with Section R313.3, NFPA 13 or NFPA 13D.”
“Section R313.2 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:

R313.2 One- and two-family dwellings automatic fire systems. An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall be installed in one- and two- family dwellings.

Exception: An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall not be required for additions or alterations to existing buildings that are not already provided with an automatic residential sprinkler system.

R313.2.1 Design and installation. Automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with Section R313.3, NFPA 13, or NFPA 13D.” “Section R313.3.1 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:

R313.3.1 General. Where installed, fire sprinkler systems, or portions thereof, shall be in accordance with NFPA 13D, NFPA 13, or Section R313.3, which shall be considered equivalent to NFPA 13D. Section R313.3 shall apply to stand-alone and multipurpose wet-pipe sprinkler systems that do not include the use of antifreeze. A multipurpose fire sprinkler system shall supply domestic water to both fire sprinklers and plumbing fixtures. A stand-alone sprinkler system shall be separate and independent from the water distribution system.”
“Section R313.3.1.1 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:

R313.3.1.1 Backflow protection and Check Valve. Two check valves are required to be installed at each fire sprinkler riser in NFPA 13D systems and an approved backflow assembly (DCDA, DCVA, or RPZ) for NFPA 13 systems.”
“Section R313.3.1.2 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:

R313.3.1.2 Required sprinkler locations. Sprinklers shall be installed to protect all areas of a dwelling unit.”
67 “Section R314.2.2 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:

R314.2.2 Alterations, repairs and additions. When alterations, repairs or additions requiring a permit occur, or when one or more sleeping rooms are added or created in existing dwellings, the individual dwelling shall be equipped with smoke alarms located as required for new dwellings. Smoke alarms complying with section R314 shall be installed in all new and existing dwellings.
“Section R314.4 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:.”
R314.4 Interconnection. Where more than one smoke alarm is required to be installed within an individual dwelling unit or sleeping unit in Group R occupancies, the smoke alarms shall be interconnected in such a manner that the activation of one alarm will activate all of the alarms in the individual unit. Physical interconnection of smoke alarms shall not be required where listed wireless alarms are installed and all alarms sound upon activation. The alarm shall be clearly audible in all bedrooms over background noise levels with all intervening doors closed. When low-voltage systems are required, the fire official may require additional sounder bases installed. Low voltage systems shall be installed per NFPA 72 fire alarm system requirements.

Exceptions:

1. Interconnection is not required in buildings which are not undergoing alterations, repairs or construction of any kind.

R314.6 Power source. In existing construction, new construction, and in newly classified group R occupancies, required smoke alarms shall receive their primary power from the building wiring where such wiring is served from a commercial source and shall be equipped with a battery backup. Smoke alarms shall emit a signal when the batteries are low. Wiring shall be permanent and without a disconnecting switch other than as required for overcurrent protection.

Exception: Smoke alarms are not required to be equipped with battery backup where they are connected to an emergency electrical system that complies with California Fire Code section 604.
“Section R319.1 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:
68 R319.1 Address identification. New and existing buildings shall be provided with approved address numbers or letters. Each character shall be not less than 4 inches (102mm) in height for residential properties and a minimum of 6 inches high for nonresidential properties and not less than 0.5 inch (12.7mm) in width. They shall be installed on a contrasting background, on private property, and be plainly visible from the street or road fronting the property. When required by the city building official or fire official, address numbers shall be provided in additional approved locations to facilitate emergency response. Where access is by means of a private road and the building address cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole or other approved sign or means shall be used to identify the structure. Address identification shall be maintained. Address numbers shall also comply with Beverly Hills Fire Department Premise Identification Standard 19-002.

R319.1.1 Street numbering. The following provisions shall be applicable to street numbering:

On the east-west axis, all numbers shall sequence, as much as practicable, with the contiguous east-west streets abutting Los Angeles City and County.

The city building official shall designate street address numbers in the city.

R319.1.2 Building numbering requirements. The entrances to all buildings from public streets shall have the numbers designated by the city building official conspicuously displayed near the entrance of the structure in a manner that they are in plain view from the street. In commercial locations where vehicles can obstruct addressing due to curb side parking, numbers shall be placed a minimum height of 8 feet from finished floor or as approved by fire code official. Structures which have access from a rear alley, in addition to the numbering required by this section, shall for purposes of emergency response, provide numbering and street identification which is clearly visible from the rear alley access in accordance with the following provisions:

1. The name of the street and street number as designated by the city building official shall be visible from the alley and located adjacent to the alley access to the structure.

2. The address markings shall be placed five (5') feet above the alley surface, with numbers four (4") inches in height and letters two (2") inches in height, and placed upon the structure, wall, fence, gate, or other appropriate surface so as to be clearly visible.
69 3. If any property owner shall fail to provide the address identification required by this subsection on the premises, the city may provide and affix such address identification markings at no cost to the property owner. Where identification markings are provided by the city, no person shall remove, deface, or modify such markings without the written authorization of the city building official.

R319.1.3 Diagram required for six or more dwelling units. Where a building or building complex contains six (6) or more separate dwelling units, a description diagram indicating the identification pattern and location of each dwelling unit shall be posted in a conspicuous manner at the primary entrance of such building or buildings.

This requirement of this section shall be included in any building plans submitted for plan check.

R319.1.4 Prohibition against placing numbers on streets, sidewalks, or curbs or displaying improper building numbers. No person shall place, maintain, or cause any number, figure, letter, carving, drawing, design, or other marking upon, or paint, any street, sidewalk, or curb in the city, except as authorized by the city. No person shall place, maintain, or display any address identification number other than as designated by the city building official.”
“Section R401.1 of the California Residential Code is 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 buildings. In addition to the provisions of this chapter, the design and construction of foundations in flood hazard areas as established by Table R301.2 shall meet the provisions of Section R322. Wood foundations shall be designed and installed in accordance with AWC 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 D0, D1 D2 , or E 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.” 70 “Section R401.4.3 is added to the California Residential Code to read as follows:

R401.4.3 Grading. For the requirements for grading see Appendix J of the 2022 Edition of the California Building Code as amended by Sections 9-1-201 and 9-1-202 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code.”
“Sections R403.1.2, R403.1.3.6 and R403.1.5 of the California Residential Code are amended to read as follows:

R403.1.2 Continuous footing in Seismic Design Categories D0, D1 and D2. Exterior walls of buildings located in Seismic Design Categories D0, D1 and D2 shall be supported by continuous solid or fully grouted masonry or concrete footings. Other footing materials or systems shall be designed in accordance with accepted engineering practice. All required interior braced wall panels in buildings located in Seismic Design Categories D0, D1 and D2 shall be supported on continuous foundations.

Exception: Deleted.

R403.1.3.6 Isolated concrete footings. In detached one- and two-family dwellings located in Seismic Design Category A, B, or C, that are three stories or less in height, and constructed with stud bearing walls, isolated plain concrete footings supporting columns or pedestals are permitted.

R403.1.5 Slope. The top surface of footings shall be level. The bottom surface of footings shall not have a slope 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 footings or where the slope of the bottom surface of the footings will exceed one unit vertical in 10 units horizontal (10-percent slope). 71 For structures located in Seismic Design Categories D0, D1, D2 or E, 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.

FIGURE R403.1.5

STEPPED FOOTING
“Section R404.2 of the California Residential Code, excluding subsections, 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 R404.2.6 and with the details shown in Figures R403.1(2) and R403.1(3). Wood foundation walls shall not be used for structures located in Seismic Design Category D0, D1 ,D2 or E.” “Section R501.1 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:

R501.1 Application. The provisions of this chapter shall control the design and construction of the floors for 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 R301.2.2.11”
“Section R503.2.4 is added to the California Residential Code 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.
72 1. Blockings shall be provided beyond headers.

2. 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 side of the header-joist intersection. The metal ties shall have a minimum yield of 33,000 psi (227 MPa).

3. Openings in diaphragms shall be further limited in accordance with Section R301.2.2.6.

FIGURE R503.2.4
OPENINGS IN HORIZONTAL DIAPHRAGMS”
“Lines 19, 20, 23, and 33 - 36 of Table R602.3(1) of the California Residential Code are amended to read as follows:

TABLE R602.3(1)—continued FASTENING

SCHEDULE
ITEM DESCRIPTION OF BUILDING ELEMENTS NUMBER AND TYPE OF FASTENERa, b, c

SPACING AND

LOCATION
19 k 1" × 6" sheathing to each bearing
3-8d box (21/2" × 0.113"); or
2-8d common (21/2" ×

0.131"); or 2-10d box
(3" × 0.128"); or
2 staples, 1" crown, 16 ga., 13/4" long
Face nail
73 20 k 1" × 8" and wider sheathing to each
bearing
3-8d box (21/2" × 0.113"); or
3-8d common (21/2" ×

0.131"); or 3-10d box
(3" × 0.128"); or
3 staples, 1" crown, 16 ga., 13/4" long
Face nail
Wider than 1" × 8"
4-8d box (21/2" × 0.113"); or
3-8d common (21/2" ×

0.131"); or 3-10d box
(3" × 0.128"); or
4 staples, 1" crown, 16 ga., 13/4" long
Floor
23 k 1" × 6" subfloor or less to each joist
3-8d box (21/2" × 0.113"); or
2-8d common (21/2" ×

0.131"); or 3-10d box
(3" × 0.128"); or
2 staples, 1" crown, 16 ga., 13/4" long
Face nail
Other wall sheathingg
33 k
1/2" structural cellulosic
fiberboard
sheathing
1 1
/2" galvanized roofing nail, 7/16" head
diameter, or 11/4" long 16 ga. staple
with 7/16" or 1" crown 3 6
34 k
25/32" structural
cellulosic fiberboard
sheathing
1 3
/4" galvanized roofing nail, 7/16" head
diameter, or 11/2" long 16 ga. staple with
7 /16" or 1" crown
3 6
35 k
1/2" gypsum sheathingd 1
1 /2" galvanized roofing nail; staple
galvanized, 11/2" long; 11/4" screws, Type
W or S
7 7
36 k
5/8" gypsum sheathingd 1
3 /4" galvanized roofing nail; staple
galvanized, 15/8" long; 15/8" screws, Type
W or S
7 7
For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 foot = 304.8 mm, 1 mile per hour = 0.447 m/s; 1 ksi = 6.895 MPa.

TABLE R602.3(1)—continued

FASTENING SCHEDULE
a. Nails are 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 larger than 0.142 inch but not larger than 0.177 inch, and 100 ksi for shank diameters of 0.142 inch or less.
b. Staples are 16 gage wire and have a minimum 7/16-inch on diameter crown width. 74 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-foot by 9-foot panels shall be applied vertically. e. Spacing of fasteners not included in this table shall be based on Table R602.3(2). f. For wood structural panel roof sheathing attached to gable end roof framing and to intermediate supports within 48 inches of roof edges and ridges, nails shall be spaced at 6 inches on center where the ultimate design wind speed is less than 130 mph and shall be spaced 4 inches on center where the ultimate design wind speed is 130 mph or greater but less than 140 mph.
g. Gypsum sheathing shall conform to ASTM C1396 and shall be installed in accordance with GA 253. Fiberboard sheathing shall conform to ASTM C208.
h. Spacing of fasteners on floor sheathing panel edges applies to panel edges supported by framing members and required blocking and at floor perimeters only. Spacing of fasteners on roof sheathing panel edges applies to panel 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.
i. Where a rafter is fastened to an adjacent parallel ceiling joist in accordance with this schedule, provide two toe nails on one side of the rafter and toe nails from the ceiling joist to top plate in accordance with this schedule. The toe nail on the opposite side of the rafter shall not be required.
j. RSRS-01 is a Roof Sheathing Ring Shank nail meeting the specifications in ASTM F1667. k. Use of staples in braced wall panels shall be prohibited in Seismic Design Category D0, D1, D2 or E. “Exception in Section R602.3.2, and Table R602.3.2, of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:

Exception: In other than Seismic Design Category D0, D1, D2, or E, a single top plate used as an alternative to a double top plate shall comply with the following:

1. The single top plate shall be tied at corners, intersecting walls, and at in-line splices in straight wall lines in accordance with Table R602.3.2.

2. The rafters or joists shall be centered over the studs with a tolerance of not more than 1 inch (25 mm).

3. Omission of the top plate is permitted over headers where the headers are adequately tied to adjacent wall sections in accordance with Table R602.3.2. “Footnote “b” of Table R602.3(2) 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 D0, D1, D2, or E.”
75 “Section R602.10.2.3 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:

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.

In Seismic Design Category D0, D1, or D2 no braced wall panel shall have a contributing length less than 4 inches in length or as required in Section R602.10.3, whichever is greater”
“Table R602.10.3(3) of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:
76 77
a. Linear interpolation shall be permitted.
b. Wall bracing lengths are based on a soil site class “D.” Interpolation of bracing length between the Sds values associated with the seismic design categories shall be permitted when a site-specific Sds value is determined in accordance with Section 1613.2 of the California Building Code. c. Where the braced wall line length is greater than 50 feet, braced wall lines shall be permitted to be divided into shorter segments having lengths of 50 feet or less, and the amount of bracing within each segment shall be in accordance with this table.
d. Method LIB shall have gypsum board fastened to not less than one side with nails or screws in accordance with Table R602.3(1) for exterior sheathing or Table R702.3.5 for interior gypsum board. Spacing of fasteners at panel edges shall not exceed 8 inches.
78 e. Methods PFG and CS-SFB do not apply in Seismic Design Categories D0, D1 and D2. f. Where more than one bracing method is used, mixing methods shall be in accordance with Section R602.10.4.1. g. Methods GB and PCP braced wall panel h/w ratio shall not exceed 1:1 in SDC D0, D1 and D2. Methods CWD, SFB, PBS, and HPS are not permitted in D0, D1 and D2.”
“Table R602.10.4 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:
79 80
81 ”
“Table R602.10.5 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:
82 “Figure R602.10.6.1 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:
“Figure R602.10.6.2 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:
83 84
“Section R606.12.2.2.3 of the California Residential Code is 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 8 inches (203 mm) of the ends of masonry walls.
“Section R803.2.4 is added to the California Residential Code to read as follows:

R803.2.4 Openings in horizontal diaphragms. Openings in horizontal diaphragms shall conform with Section R503.2.4.”
“Section R902.1 of the California Residential Code, excluding subsections, is amended to read as follows:

R902.1 General. Except as otherwise provided in this section, roof coverings or roof assemblies on any structure regulated by this code shall be a fire-retardant roof covering or roof assembly that is listed as a Class A assembly in accordance with ASTM E 108 or UL 790. In addition, no wood shall be used as a roof covering material.

Noncombustible non-wood roof coverings may be applied in accordance with the manufacturer’s requirements in lieu of a fire-retardant roofing assembly.

Exception: Roof repairs of less than 10 percent of the total roof area on existing structures in any one year period may be repaired with a roof covering that meets the same fire retardant standard as the existing roof.”
“Sections R902.1.1, R902.1.2 and R902.1.3 of the California Residential Code are hereby deleted.
“Section R902.1.5 is added to the California Residential Code to read as follows:

R902.1.5 Class A roof covering requirement. Notwithstanding any other requirement of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code, no later than July 1, 2014, all wood roof coverings in the City of Beverly Hills shall be either: (1) fire retardant Class A; or (2) treated with a fire retardant spray in accordance with Section R902.1.6 and Section R902. 1.7.

Exceptions:

1. Demolition or renovation permit. Property owners with a non-Class A wood roof that, as of July 1, 2014, have applied for or possess a demolition permit or 85 renovation permit involving a reroofing or an alteration or addition to the roof, shall have until December 31, 2014 to commence such demolition or renovation and remove the non-Class A wood roof; provided however, that such property owner shall submit a signed affidavit, on a form provided by the City, representing that the non-Class A wood roof will be removed by December 31, 2014.

2. Qualified Historical Building or Property. A Qualified Historical Building or Property, as defined in the California Historical Building Code adopted by reference into the Beverly Hills Municipal Code, shall comply with the requirements set forth in the California Historical Building Code, as adopted and amended by the City of Beverly Hills.”
“Section R902.1.6 is added to the California Residential Code to read as follows:

R902.1.6 Fire retardant spray for non-class A wood roofs. If a fire retardant spray is applied on a non-Class A wood roof pursuant to Section R902. 1.5 above, such fire retardant spray shall comply with the current standards of the California State Fire Marshall, including but not limited to ASTM E-84, NFPA 255 and UL 723, and shall be applied by a California licensed contractor, or other qualified applicator. The property owner and certified applicator shall submit a signed affidavit on a form provided by the City indicating the manufacturer’s recommended effectiveness period and the certified applicator’s warranty period. The fire retardant spray shall be repeated before the end of the manufacturer’s recommended effectiveness period or the certified applicator’s certification warranty, whichever is shorter; provided, however, that the fire retardant spray need not be repeated if, before the end of the manufacturer’s recommended effectiveness period or certified applicator’s warranty period, a property owner has applied for or possesses a demolition permit or renovation permit involving a reroofing or an alteration or addition to the roof, and commences such demolition or renovation and removes the non-Class A wood roof within 180 days from the expiration of such effectiveness or warranty period; provided further however, that the property owner shall submit a signed affidavit, on a form provided by the City, representing that such property owner is not repeating the fire retardant spray because the non-Class A wood roof will be removed within 180 days from the expiration of the manufacturer’s recommended effectiveness period or certified applicator’s warranty period, whichever is earlier, of the existing spray.”
“Section R902.1.7 is added to the California Residential Code to read as follows:

R902.1.7 Permits required. No fire retardant spray shall be applied on a non-Class A wood roof within the City without first obtaining a permit from the City. There will be no charge for such permit, which shall remain valid for the term of the manufacturer’s recommended effectiveness period or the certified applicator’s certification warranty, whichever is shorter. The permit shall state the name of the certified applicator, the approved fire retardant spray material and the permit expiration date. Before a property owner repeats the fire retardant spray in accordance with Section R902.1.6, such property owner shall renew the permit obtained pursuant to this section.” 86 “Section R902.1.8 is added to the California Residential Code to read as follows:

R902.1.8 Replacement of non-Class A wood roofs upon sale or transfer.

Notwithstanding Section R902.1.5 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code, effective after July 1, 2014, all existing non-Class A wood roofs shall be replaced with a fire retardant Class A non-wood roof before the sale or transfer of such property for monetary consideration.

Exceptions:

1. Buyer assumes responsibility. If the Seller and the Buyer agree that the Buyer shall assume responsibility to replace the wood roof and an application for a demolition permit or renovation permit involving a reroofing or an alteration or addition to the roof will be submitted, and such demolition or renovation will commence, and such non-Class A wood roof will be removed, within 180 days from the date of title transfer, then the non-Class A wood roof need not be replaced before the sale or transfer of such property, but shall be removed by the Buyer within the 180 day period from the date of title transfer; provided further, that the Seller and Buyer of such property shall submit a signed affidavit, on a form provided by the City, representing that the Buyer will remove the non-Class A wood roof within 180 days from the date of title transfer.

2. Qualified Historical Building or Property. A Qualified Historical Building or Property, as defined in the California Historical Building Code adopted by reference into the Beverly Hills Municipal Code, shall comply with the requirements set forth in the California Historical Building Code, as adopted and amended by the City of Beverly Hills.”
“Section R902.5 is added to the California Residential Code to read as follows:

Section 902.5 Equipment Enclosures. Operating equipment, including associated ducting, located on the roof of a building shall be enclosed so as to be shielded from view in a horizontal plane or lower and so as to comply with the noise abatement provisions of chapter 1 of title 5 of the Beverly Hills municipal code. The enclosure finish shall match that of the building exterior walls. Enclosures on buildings with nonresidential uses shall be of non-combustible, opaque material.” “Section R905.3.1 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:

R905.3.1 Deck requirements. Concrete and clay tile shall be installed only over solid sheathing.

Exception: Spaced lumber shall be permitted in Seismic Design Categories A, B, and C.”
87 “Section R1001.3.1 of the California Residential Code is 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 R606. 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.”
“Chapter 11 is added to the California Residential Code to read as follows:

CHAPTER 11

ROOF TOP EQUIPMENT
R1101.1 Equipment enclosures. Operating equipment, including associated ducting, located on the roof of a building shall be enclosed so as to be shielded from view in a horizontal plane or lower and so as to comply with the noise abatement provisions of Chapter 1 of Title 5 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code. The enclosure finish shall match that of the building exterior walls.”
“Chapter 12 is added to the California Residential Code to read as follows:

CHAPTER 12

TENTS, AWNINGS, CANOPIES, AND UMBRELLAS
SECTION R1201
TENTS, AWNINGS, CANOPIES, AND UMBRELLAS – REQUIREMENTS
R1201.1 Permits required. No tent, awning, or canopy in excess of forty (40) square feet shall be erected or maintained on private property within the city without first obtaining a permit from the city building official. The permit fee shall be as established by resolution of the city council. Unless otherwise authorized by the city building official, no tent, awning, or canopy in excess of forty (40) square feet shall be erected or maintained on private property within the city in excess of ten (10) days.

R1201.2 Temporary use. Tents, awnings, or canopies of cloth or pliable material shall be erected only as temporary shelters from the rain or sun and shall not be used as permanent structures or additions to the main building. Except as authorized by the city council or as otherwise specified in the municipal code, such structures shall not be used for the purpose of sheltering goods, wares, or merchandise or for the purpose of engaging in business in any manner thereunder. Such structures shall be permitted only if so constructed and situated, so that in the opinion of the city building official, the structure will not cause a fire hazard or in any other way be dangerous to life, limb, or property.
88 Exception: The provisions of this section shall not prohibit the covering of materials stored in a yard with fire-retardant tarpaulins.

R1201.3 Restrictions and requirements. Any tent, awning, or other pliable material for which a permit is required under this section shall comply with the following:

1. All city code provisions and regulations shall be complied with;

2. An electrical permit shall be obtained by a duly licensed electrical contractor for any wiring or lighting to be installed;

3. All plastics used shall display approval by the office of the fire marshal of the state;

4. All cloth used shall be non-combustible or flame-retardant. Flame-retardant materials shall display the name of the treating agency, the date of the flameretardant application, the type of flame-retardant used, and the flame-retardant certificate;

5. A testing flap shall be provided for the use of the fire department inspector;

CHAPTER 13

PERMANENT OCCUPANCY OF PUBLIC PROPERTY
SECTION R1301

GENERAL
R1301.1 No part of any structure, or any appendage thereto, shall project beyond the property line of the building site, except as specified in this chapter and elsewhere in the Beverly Hills Municipal Code.

R1301.2 Structures or appendages regulated by this code shall be constructed of materials as permitted by this code.

R1301.3 The projection of any structure or appendage shall be the distance measured horizontally from the property line to the outermost point of the projection.

R1301.4. No provision of this chapter shall be construed to permit the violation of other laws and ordinances regulating the use and occupancy of public property.

SECTION R1302

BELOW GRADE
R1302.1 Below Grade. Portions of buildings or structures below grade shall not project beyond the property line of the building site except as otherwise provided in the Beverly Hills municipal code.
89 SECTION R1303

ABOVE GRADE
R1303.1 Streets and Alleys In Residential Zones. Projections beyond property lines adjacent to streets and alleys in residential zones shall not be permitted.” “Chapter 14 is added to the California Residential Code to read as follows:

CHAPTER 14

PEDESTRIANS
SECTION R1401

PROTECTION OF PEDESTRIANS
R1401.1 Construction railings shall be painted, and maintained painted, in a neutral color.

R1401.2 Barriers and fences shall be painted, and maintained painted in a neutral color.

R1401.3 The space under the canopy over the walkway and the approaches thereto shall be kept well lighted with artificial lighting continuously between sunset and sunrise.

An automatic lighting system shall be used.”
“Chapter 15 is added to the California Residential Code to read as follows:

CHAPTER 15

HILLSIDE BUILDING DISTRICT
SECTION R1501

HILLSIDE BUILDING DISTRICT ESTABLISHED
There is hereby established a hillside building district in the area designated in the ‘hillside building district map’ as set forth in this code. The specific regulations in this chapter shall apply to the hillside building district.

SECTION R1502

GEOLOGICAL AND FOUNDATION INVESTIGATIONS REQUIRED
R1502.1 Investigations required. Prior to issuing a building permit for any new building, structure, or addition to an existing building or structure on a site in the hillside building district where slopes exceed three (3) horizontal to one vertical or where unstable geological or soil conditions are known or suspected to exist, a geological and foundation investigation shall be conducted, and a report shall be submitted to the city building official by a geologist and a civil engineer registered in the state; provided, however, the city building official may issue a building permit for an addition to an existing building or structure without a geological and foundation inspection if such addition is located so as not to be affected by slopes exceeding three (3) horizontal to one vertical.
90 R1502.2 Prerequisites to permit issuance. Where a geological and foundation investigation required by this section indicates the presence of a geological hazard, and evidence indicates mitigating measures can offset or eliminate the hazard, the city building official shall issue a building permit provided all recommended mitigating measures are designed and incorporated into the proposed project and all other requirements of this code and the municipal code are met.

R1502.3 Denial of permits. Where a geological and foundation investigation indicates the presence of a geological hazard, and evidence indicates no mitigating measures can offset or eliminate the hazard, the city building official shall deny the issuance of a building permit for the proposed project.

SECTION R1503

FOUNDATION EMBEDMENT
Where foundations are placed on natural slopes or un-compacted fill, the foundation shall extend through the natural overburdened or un-compacted fill and rest in undisturbed, un-weathered, firm natural base materials. Foundations shall be designed to resist any vertical or lateral movement or overburden or fill.

SECTION R1504

SECTION R1505

GUTTERS
Eave gutters and downspouts on structures located in the hillside building district shall be provided to collect all roof water and deposit it in non-erosive devices to a street or alley. Gutters, downspouts, and non-erosive devices shall be sized to accommodate a three (3") inch per hour rainfall.”
“Chapter 16 is added to the California Residential Code to read as follows:

CHAPTER 16

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS IN CERTAIN AREAS
SECTION R1601

SPECIAL REGULATIONS IN VERY HIGH FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONE The following special regulations shall be applicable to all building and structures used for human occupancy in the very high fire hazard severity zone as defined in the city's fire code.
91 R1601.1 All residential construction materials and methods shall meet the requirements of Chapter 7A of the Building Code.

R1601.2 Buildings or structures constructed over slopes shall have all under-floor and deck areas enclosed, and such enclosures shall be of one-hour fire resistive construction.”
Section 4. Sections 9-1-301 and 9-1-302 of Article 3 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code is hereby repealed, provided, however, that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of said Section occurring prior to the effective date of this ordinance. New Section 9-1-301 is hereby added to Article 3 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to read as follows:
“9-1-301: ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE: The 2022 edition of the California Electrical Code, including all annexes except annex H, is hereby adopted by reference, and the same shall be known and may be cited as the Electrical Code of the City of Beverly Hills.”
“9-1-302: AMENDMENTS TO CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE The California Electrical Code is hereby amended as follows:
“Section 701.1 is amended to read as follows:
701.1 Scope.

A standby power system is required to be designed and installed in all new single-family dwellings and all existing single-family dwellings if:
(i) additions, alterations or repairs are made within any twelve (12) month period which exceed fifty percent (50%) of the value of such existing building, (ii) (ii) an addition is constructed which exceeds fifty percent (50%) of the square footage of the existing building, or
(iii) (iii) an addition of more than five thousand (5,000) square feet is constructed.

The standby source of power shall be a system allowed by Section 701.12.

The minimum rating of the standby power system shall be based on the demand load calculations of the dwelling pursuant to Article 220 of the current edition of the California Electrical Code. At a minimum, the standby power system shall be connected to all circuits and equipment considered essential, including one heating/cooling system, security systems, fire alarm and sprinkler systems, smoke detectors, openers for garage door(s) and gate(s), electric vehicle charging equipment, any sewage and sump pumps, communication and/or wireless equipment, general lighting and branch circuit outlets for kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, and common areas.

The provisions of this article apply to the electrical safety of the installation, operation, and maintenance of legally required standby systems consisting of circuits and 92 equipment intended to supply, distribute, and control electricity when the normal electrical supply or system is interrupted.

The systems covered by this article consist only of those that are permanently installed in their entirety, including the power source.”
Section 5. Section 9-1-401 of Article 4 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code is hereby repealed, provided, however, that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of said Section occurring prior to the effective date of this ordinance. New Section 9-1-401 is hereby added to Article 4 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to read as follows:
“9-1-401: ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE: The 2022 edition of the California Mechanical Code, including all of the Appendices except A and E, is hereby adopted by reference, and the same shall be known and may be cited as the Mechanical Code of the City of Beverly Hills.”
Section 6. Sections 9-1-501 and 9-1-502 of Article 5 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code are hereby repealed, provided, however, that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of either section occurring prior to the effective date of this ordinance. New Sections 9-1-501 and 9-1-502 are hereby added to Article 5 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to read as follows:
“9-1-501: ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE: The 2022 edition of the California Plumbing Code, including all of the Appendices except C, F, and L thereto, is hereby adopted by reference, subject to the provisions of Section 9-1-502, and the same shall be known and may be cited as the Plumbing Code of the City of Beverly Hills.”
“9-1-502: AMENDMENTS TO CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE:

The California Plumbing Code is hereby amended as follows:
“Section D101.1 and Table D101.1 (for California) as set forth in Appendix D of the California Plumbing Code are amended to read as follows:

D 101.1 Maximum rates of rainfall for various cities.

The rainfall rates in Table D101.1 shall be used for design unless higher values are established locally.

TABLE D101.1
Maximum Rates of Rainfall for Various Cities
States and Cities
Storm Drainage
60-Minute Duration, 100-Year Return
Inches per Hour Gallon Per Minute perSquare Foot

CALIFORNIA
Beverly Hills 3.0 0.031
93 Eureka
Lake Tahoe
Los Angeles
Lucerne Valley
Needles
Palmdale
Redding
San Diego
San Francisco
San Luis Obispo

1.5 1.3

2.0 2.5

1.5 3.0

1.5 1.5

0.016

0.014

0.021

0.026

0.016

0.031

0.016

0.016
“Section 1211.8 of the California Plumbing Code is amended to read as follows:
1211.8 Seismic Gas Shutoff Valves
1211.8.1 Scope. A seismic gas shutoff valve shall be installed in compliance with the requirements of this section on each gas fuel line in all new single family dwellings, and all existing single family dwellings if:
(1) Additions, alterations or repairs are made within a 12 month period which exceeds 50% of the value of such existing building (2) An addition is constructed which exceeds 50% of the square footage of the existing building
(3) An addition of more than 5000 sf is constructed
1211.8.2 Maintenance. Where the installation of a seismic gas shutoff valve is required by this section in any building or structure, that seismic gas shutoff valve shall be maintained for the life of that building or structure or shall be replaced with a valve complying with the requirements of this section. 1211.8.3 General Requirements. Where the installation of a seismic gas shutoff valve on a fuel line is required by this section, that valve must:
1211.8.3.1 Be mounted rigidly to the exterior of the building or structure containing the fuel line unless the building official determines that the seismic gas shutoff valve has been tested and listed for an alternate method of installation.
1211.8.3.2 Be installed downstream of the gas utility meter and the line serving the standby generator as required by Section 701.1 of the California Electrical Code.
1211.8.3.3 Be listed by an approved testing laboratory and certified by the Office of the State Architect.
94 1211.8.3.4 Have a thirty year warranty which warrants that the valve is free from defects and will continue to properly operate for thirty years from the date of installation. 1218.4 Critical Facilities. The requirements of this Section shall not apply to any building that is used by any public agency for the provision of emergency services, including fire, police, and similar public safety services. 1218.5 Definitions. For purposes of this section, certain terms shall be defined as follows:
1218.5.1 Downstream of the Gas Utility Meter shall refer to all customer owned gas piping.
1218.5.2 Seismic Gas Shutoff Valve shall mean a system
consisting of a seismic sensing means and actuating means designed to automatically actuate a companion gas shutoff means installed in a gas piping system in order to shut off the gas downstream of the location of the gas shutoff means in the event of a severe seismic disturbance. The system may consist of separable components or may incorporate all functions in a single body. The terms “seismically activated gas shutoff valves” and “earthquake sensitive gas shutoff valves”, are synonymous. 1218.5.3 Upstream of the Gas Utility Meter shall refer to all gas piping installed by the utility up to and including the meter and the utility’s bypass tee at the connection to the customer owned piping”
Section 7. Sections 9-1-1101 and 9-1-1102 of Article 11 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code are hereby repealed, provided, however, that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of said Sections occurring prior to the effective date of this ordinance. New Sections 9-1-1101 and 9-1-1102 are hereby added to Article 11 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to read as follows:
“9-1-1101: ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE: The 2022 edition of the California Green Building Standards Code, including the Appendices thereto, is hereby adopted by reference, subject to the provisions of Section 9-1-1102, and the same shall be known and may be cited as the Green Building Standards Code of the City of Beverly Hills.”
“9-1-1102: AMENDMENTS TO CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE:

The California Green Building Standards Code adopted pursuant to Section 9-1-1101 is hereby amended as follows:
95 “Section 102.1.1 is added to the California Green Building Standards Code to read as follows:
102.1.1 Electronic construction documents. The enforcing agency is authorized to require construction documents, including plans, to be submitted in an acceptable electronic format.”
“Section 4.106.4 of the California Green Building Standards Code is amended to read as follows:

4.106.4 Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging for New Construction New construction shall comply with Section 4.106.4.1 or 4.106.4.2 to facilitate future installation and use of EV chargers. Electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) shall be installed in accordance with the California Electrical Code, Article 625.

Exception:

1. On a case-by-case basis, where the local enforcing agency has determined EV charging and infrastructure are not feasible based upon one or more of the following conditions:

1. Where there is no local utility power supply or the local utility is unable to supply adequate power.

2. Where there is evidence suitable to the local enforcing agency substantiating that additional local utility infrastructure design requirements, directly related to the implementation of Section 4.106.4, may adversely impact the construction cost of the project.

2. Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADU) without additional parking facilities.

4.106.4.1 New One- And Two-Family Dwellings and Townhouses With Attached Private Garages
For each new dwelling unit that is provided with parking, install a minimum of one (1) Low Power Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charging Receptacle or a Level 2 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE).

Exception: Deleted”

4.106.4.1.1 Identification Deleted

4.106.4.2 New multifamily dwellings, hotels and motels and new residential parking facilities. When parking is provided, parking spaces for new multifamily dwellings, hotels and motels shall meet the requirements of Sections 4.106.4.2.1 and 4.106.4.2.2. Calculations for spaces shall be rounded up to the nearest whole number. A parking space served by electric vehicle supply equipment or designed as a future EV charging space shall count as at least one standard automobile parking space only for the purpose of complying with any applicable minimum 96 parking space requirements established by a local jurisdiction. See Vehicle Code Section 22511.2 for further details.

4.106.4.2.1 Multifamily development projects with less than 20 dwelling units; and hotels and motels with less than 20 sleeping units or guest rooms. The number of dwelling units, sleeping units or guest rooms shall be based on all buildings on a project site subject to this section.

2. Unassigned Parking: For multifamily development projects without assigned parking spaces a minimum of fifty (50) percent of the total parking spaces shall be EV Ready spaces equipped with a Low Power Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charging Receptacle or Level 2 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE).

Exception: Areas of parking facilities served by parking lifts.

4.106.4.2.2 Multifamily development projects with 20 or more dwelling units, hotels and motels with 20 or more sleeping units or guest rooms. The number of dwelling units, sleeping units or guest rooms shall be based on all buildings on a project site subject to this section.

1. Assigned Parking: For each new dwelling unit that is provided with assigned parking spaces, install a minimum of one (1) Low Power Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charging Receptacle or a Level 2 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) and an additional five (5) percent of the total parking spaces shall be EV Ready spaces equipped with Level 2 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE).

2. Unassigned Parking: For multifamily development projects without assigned parking spaces a minimum of forty (40) percent of the total parking spaces shall be EV Ready spaces equipped with a Low Power Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charging Receptacle or a Level 2 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) and an additional ten (10%) percent of the total parking spaces shall be EV Ready spaces equipped with Level 2 Electrical Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE).

3. Common Use Parking: Where common use parking is provided, at least one parking space with an EV charger shall be located in the common use parking area and shall be available for use by all residents or guests Exception: Areas of parking facilities served by parking lifts. 97 4. When Low Power Level 2 Charging Receptacles or Level 2 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) are installed beyond the minimum required, when approved, an automatic load management system (ALMS) may be used to reduce the maximum required electrical capacity to each space served by the ALMS. The electrical system and any on-site distribution transformers shall have sufficient capacity to deliver at least 3.3 kW simultaneously to each EV charging station (EVCS) served by the ALMS. The branch circuit shall have a minimum capacity of 40 amperes and installed EVSE shall have a capacity of not less than 30 amperes. ALMS shall not be used to reduce the minimum required electrical capacity to the required Low Power Level 2 Electrical Vehicle Charging Receptacles

4.106.4.2.3 Electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS). Electric vehicle charging stations and EV Ready Spaces with Level 2 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE), installed in compliance with Section 4.106.4.2.1 and Section

4.106.4.2.2, shall comply with Section 4.106.4.2.3.

Exception: Electric vehicle charging stations and EV Ready Spaces with Level 2 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE), serving public accommodations, public housing, motels, and hotels shall not be required to comply with this section. See California Building Code, Chapter 11B, for applicable requirements.

4.106.4.2.3.1 Location. EVCS shall comply with at least one of the following options:

1. The charging space shall be located adjacent to an accessible parking space meeting the requirements of the California Building Code, Chapter 11A, to allow use of the EV charger from the accessible parking space.

2. The charging space shall be located on an accessible route, as defined in the California Building Code, Chapter 2, to the building.

Exception: Electric vehicle charging stations designed and constructed in compliance with the California Building Code, Chapter 11B, are not required to comply with Section 4.106.4.2.3.1 and Section 4.106.4.2.3.2, Item 3.

4.106.4.2.3.2 Electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS) dimensions.

The charging spaces shall be designed to comply with the following:

1. The minimum length of each EV space shall be 18 feet (5486 mm).

2. The minimum width of each EV space shall be 9 feet (2743 mm).

3. One in every 25 charging spaces, but not less than one, shall also have an 8- foot (2438 mm) wide minimum aisle. A 5-foot (1524 mm) wide minimum aisle shall be permitted provided the minimum width of the EV space is 12 feet (3658 mm).
98 a. Surface slope for this EV space and the aisle shall not exceed 1 unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2.083 percent slope) in any direction.

4.106.4.2.3.3 Accessible EV spaces. In addition to the requirements in Sections 4.106.4.2.3.1 and 4.106.4.2.3.2, all EVSE, when installed, shall comply with the accessibility provisions for EV chargers in the California Building Code, Chapter 11B. EV ready spaces and EVCS in multifamily developments shall comply with California Building Code, Chapter 11A, Section 1109A.

4.106.4.2.4 EV space requirements.

1. Single EV space required. Install a listed raceway capable of accommodating a 208/240-volt dedicated branch circuit. The raceway shall not be less than trade size 1 (nominal 1-inch inside diameter). The raceway shall originate at the main service or subpanel and shall terminate into a listed cabinet, box or enclosure in close proximity to the location or the proposed location of the EV space. Construction documents shall identify the raceway termination point, receptacle or charger location, as applicable. The service panel and/or subpanel shall have a 40-ampere minimum dedicated branch circuit, including branch circuit overcurrent protective device installed, or space(s) reserved to permit installation of a branch circuit overcurrent protective device.

Exception: A raceway is not required if a minimum 40-ampere 208/240-volt dedicated EV branch circuit is installed in close proximity to the location or the proposed location of the EV space, at the time of original construction in accordance with the California Electrical Code.

2. Multiple EV spaces required. Construction documents shall indicate the raceway termination point and the location of installed or future EV spaces, receptacles, or EV chargers. Construction documents shall also provide information on amperage of installed or future receptacles or EVSE, raceway method(s), wiring schematics and electrical load calculations. Plan design shall be based upon a 40-ampere minimum branch circuit. Required raceways and related components that are planned to be installed underground, enclosed, inaccessible or in concealed areas and spaces shall be installed at the time of original construction.

Exception: A raceway is not required if a minimum 40-ampere 208/240-volt dedicated EV branch circuit is installed in close proximity to the location or the proposed location of the EV space at the time of original construction in accordance with the California Electrical Code.

4.106.4.2.5 Identification. The service panel or subpanel circuit directory shall identify the overcurrent protective device space(s) reserved for future EV charging purposes as “EV CAPABLE” in accordance with the California Electrical Code.
99 4.106.4.2.6 Electric Vehicle Ready Space Signage. Electric vehicle ready spaces shall be identified by signage or pavement markings, in compliance with Caltrans Traffic Operations Policy Directive 13-01 (Zero Emission Vehicle Signs and Pavement Markings) or its successor(s).

4.106.4.3 Electric vehicle charging for additions and alterations of parking facilities serving existing multifamily buildings. When new parking facilities are added, or electrical systems or lighting of existing parking facilities are added or altered and the work requires a building permit, ten (10) percent of the total number of parking spaces added or altered, shall be electric vehicle charging spaces (EV spaces) capable of supporting future Level 2 EVSE.

Notes:

1. Construction documents are intended to demonstrate the project’s capability and capacity for facilitating future EV charging.

2. There is no requirement for EV spaces to be constructed or available until EV chargers are installed for use.”
“Section 4.304.2 is added to the California Green Building Standards Code to read as follows:

4.304.2 Metering Outdoor Water Use. A landscape water meter provided by the City of Beverly Hills shall be installed for landscape irrigation for the following projects. The term aggregate landscape area includes areas of new landscaping, relandscaping, and existing landscaping to remain.

1. New residential building on a site with an aggregate landscape area of 500 square feet or more.

Exception: Accessory Dwelling Units that do not meet any of the other conditions.

2. Additions and/or alterations to an existing residential building on a site with an aggregate landscape area of 500 square feet or more, where the building supply line or water meter is being replaced or upgraded.

3. Relandscaping or new landscaping projects of 2,500 square feet or more.” “Section 4.305 of the California Green Building Standards Code is amended to read as follows:

SECTION 4.305

WATER REUSE SYSTEMS

4.305.1 Cooling Towers [N]. Cooling towers shall comply with Section 4.305.2.1 or

4.305.2.2.
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4.305.1.1 Existing Buildings. Buildings with existing cooling towers shall install cooling towers of a minimum of 6 cycles of concentration (blowdown) or better upon replacement.

4.305.1.2 New Buildings. New Buildings shall with cooling towers shall install cooling towers of a minimum of 6 cycles of concentration (blowdown) or better.” “Table 5.106.5.3.1 of the California Green Building Standards Code is amended to read as follows:

TABLE 5.106.5.3.1 Nonresidential Mandatory

TOTAL NUMBER
OF

ACTUAL PARKING
SPACES

NUMBER OF

REQUIRED EV

CAPABLE SPACES

NUMBER OF EVCS
(EV CAPABLES SPACES

PROVIDED WITH EVSE)
0-9 3 2
10-25 4 3
26-50 8 4
51-75 13 5
76-100 17 6
101-150 25 7
151-200 35 10
201 and over 20% of total 25% of EV Capable Spaces

1. Calculation for spaces shall be rounded up to the nearest whole number.”

2. The number of required EVCS (EV capable spaces provided with EVSE) in column 3 count towards the total number of required EV capable spaces shown in column 2”.
“Table A5.106.5.3.1 of the California Green Building Standards Code is amended to read as follows:

TABLE A5.106.5.3.1 Tier 1

TOTAL NUMBER
OF

ACTUAL PARKING
SPACES

NUMBER OF

REQUIRED EV

CAPABLE SPACES

NUMBER OF EVCS
(EV CAPABLES SPACES

PROVIDED WITH EVSE)
0-9 4 2
10-25 5 4
26-50 11 5
51-75 19 6
76-100 26 9
101-150 38 13
101
151-200 53 18
201 and over 30% of total 33% of EV Capable Spaces

1. Calculation for spaces shall be rounded up to the nearest whole number.”

2. The number of required EVCS (EV capable spaces provided with EVSE) in column 3 count towards the total number of required EV capable spaces shown in column 2”.
“Table A5.106.5.3.2 of the California Green Building Standards Code is amended to read as follows:

TABLE A5.106.5.3.2 Tier 2

TOTAL NUMBER
OF

ACTUAL PARKING
SPACES

NUMBER OF

REQUIRED EV

CAPABLE SPACES

NUMBER OF EVCS
(EV CAPABLES SPACES

PROVIDED WITH EVSE)
0-9 4 3
10-25 8 5
26-50 17 6
51-75 28 9
76-100 40 13
101-150 57 19
151-200 79 26
201 and over 45% of total 33% of EV Capable Spaces

1. Calculation for spaces shall be rounded up to the nearest whole number.”

2. The number of required EVCS (EV capable spaces provided with EVSE) in column 3 count towards the total number of required EV capable spaces shown in column 2”.
“Section 5.304.7 is added to the California Green Building Standards Code to read as follows:

5.304.7 Metering Outdoor Water Use. A landscape water meter provided by the City of Beverly Hills shall be installed for landscape irrigation for the following:

1. New construction projects with aggregate landscape area over 500 square feet.

2. Any construction project for which a new water meter is being requested.

3. When required by the California Department of Water Resources Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance.”
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“Section 5.305 of the California Green Building Standards Code is amended to read as follows:

SECTION 5.305

WATER REUSE SYSTEMS

5.305.1. Cooling Towers. Cooling towers shall comply with Section 5.305.1.1 or

5.305.1.2.

5.305.1.1 Existing Buildings. Buildings with existing cooling towers shall install cooling towers of a minimum of 6 cycles of concentration (blowdown) or better upon replacement.

5.305.1.2. New Buildings [N]. New Buildings with cooling towers shall install cooling towers of a minimum of 6 cycles of concentration (blowdown) or better.” Section 8. Section 9-1-1201 of Article 12 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code is hereby repealed provided, however, that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of said Section occurring prior to the effective date of this ordinance. New Section 9-1-1201 is hereby added to Article 12 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to read as follows:
“9-1-1201: ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE: The 2022 edition of the California Energy Code is hereby adopted by reference, and the same shall be known and may be cited as the Energy Code of the City of Beverly Hills.” Section 9. Section 9-1-1301 of Article 13 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code is hereby repealed, provided, however, that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of said Section occurring prior to the effective date of this ordinance. New Section 9-1-1301 is hereby added to Article 13 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to read as follows:
“9-1-1301: ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE: The 2022 edition of the California Historical Building Code is hereby adopted by reference, and the same shall be known and may be cited as the Historical Building Code of the City of Beverly Hills.”
Section 10. Section 9-1-1401 of Article 14 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code is hereby repealed, provided, however, that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of said Section occurring prior to the effective date of this ordinance. New Section 9-1-1401 is hereby added to Article 14 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to read as follows:
“9-1-1401: ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE: The 2022 edition of the California Existing Building Code is hereby adopted by reference, excluding sections 1.8.4 through 1.8.10, 1.9.2, Chapter 1, Division II, Sections 317 through 323, and Appendix Chapter A4, B, C, D, and Resource A, and the same shall be known and may be cited as the Existing Building Code of the City of Beverly Hills.” 103
Section 11. Section 9-1-1501 of Article 15 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code is hereby repealed, provided, however, that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of said Section occurring prior to the effective date of this ordinance. New Section 9-1-1501 is hereby added to Article 15 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to read as follows:
“9-1-1501: ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA REFERENCED STANDARDS CODE: The 2022 edition of the California Referenced Standards Code is hereby adopted by reference, and the same shall be known and may be cited as the Referenced Standards Code of the City of Beverly Hills.”
Section 12. Sections 9-1-1601 and 9-1-1602 of Article 16 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code are hereby repealed, provided, however, that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of said Sections occurring prior to the effective date of this ordinance. New Sections 9-1-1601 and 9-1-1602 are hereby added to Article 16 of Chapter 1 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to read as follows:
“9-1-1601: ADOPTION OF INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE: The 2021 Edition of the International Property Maintenance Code published by the International Code Conference, is hereby adopted by reference, subject to the amendments set forth in Section 9-1-1602 of this chapter, and the same shall be known and may be cited as the Property Maintenance Code of the City of Beverly Hills. “9-1-1602: AMENDMENTS TO INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE:

The International Property Maintenance Code adopted pursuant to Section 9-1- 1601 is hereby amended as follows:
“Section 101.1 of the International Property Maintenance Code is amended to read as follows:
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Property Maintenance Code of the City of Beverly Hills, hereinafter referred to as ‘this code’.” “Section 102.3 of the International Property Maintenance Code is amended to read as follows:
102.3 Application of other codes. Repairs, additions or alterations to a structure, or changes of occupancy, shall be done in accordance with the procedures and provisions of the California Building Code, California Residential Code, California Existing Building Code, California Mechanical Code, California Plumbing Code, California Electrical Code, California Fire Code, California Energy Code and California Green Building Standards Code. Nothing in this code shall be construed to cancel, modify or set aside any provision of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code.”
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“Section 102.6 of the International Property Maintenance Code is amended to read as follows:
102.6 Structural Analysis. Where structural analysis is used to determine if an unsafe structural condition exists, the analysis shall be done as determined by the Building Official. ”
“Section 104.1 of the International Property Maintenance Code is amended to read as follows:
104.1 Fees. The fees for activities and services performed by the department in carrying out its responsibilities under this code shall be as indicated by the Beverly Hills Municipal Code and/or the adopted Schedule of Taxes, Fees and Charges.” “Section 107 of the International Property Maintenance Code, including subsections, is amended to read as follows:

SECTION 107

MEANS OF APPEAL
111.1 Application for appeals. Any person directly affected by a decision of the code official or a notice or order issued under this code shall have the right to appeal to the Director of the Department, City Manager, and City Council, respectively. Appeals for unsafe and dangerous buildings shall be in accordance with the City of Beverly Hills Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings and the Beverly Hills Municipal Code.” “Section 108, Board of Appeals of the International Property Maintenance Code, is deleted.
“Section 111.1 of the International Property Maintenance Code, including subsections, is amended to read as follows:
111.1 General. When a structure or equipment is found by the code official to be unsafe, or when a structure is found unfit for human occupancy, or it is found unlawful, such structure shall be condemned pursuant to the provisions of this code and provisions of the City of Beverly Hills Abatement of Dangerous Buildings Code.” “Section 202 of the International Property Maintenance Code is amended by adding the following definitions:

INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE shall mean the California Building Code.

INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE shall mean the California Energy Code.

INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE shall mean the California Existing Building Code.
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INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE shall mean the California Fire Code.

INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE shall mean the California Mechanical Code.

INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE shall mean the California Plumbing Code.

INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE shall mean the California Residential Code.

NFPA 70 shall mean the California Electrical Code.”
“Section [F]702.4 of the International Property Maintenance Code is amended to read as follows:
[BE]702.4 Emergency escape openings. Required emergency escape openings shall be maintained in accordance with the code in effect at the time of construction, and the following. Required emergency escape and rescue openings shall be operational from the inside of the room without the use of keys or tools. Bars, grilles, grates or similar devices are NOT permitted to be placed over emergency escape and rescue openings.” “Section [F]704.6.2 of the International Property Maintenance Code is amended to read as follows:
[F]704.6.2 Interconnection. Where more than one smoke alarm is required to be installed within an individual dwelling unit or sleeping unit in Group R occupancies, the smoke alarms shall be interconnected in such a manner that the activation of one alarm will activate all of the alarms in the individual unit. Physical interconnection of smoke alarms shall not be required where listed wireless alarms are installed and all alarms sound upon activation of one alarm. The alarm shall be clearly audible in all bedrooms over background noise levels with all intervening doors closed. When low-voltage systems are required, the fire official may require additional sounder bases installed.

Low voltage systems shall be installed per NFPA 72 fire alarm system requirements.

Exceptions:

Interconnection is not required in buildings which are not undergoing alterations, repairs or construction of any kind.

Smoke alarms in existing areas are not required to be interconnected where alterations or repairs do not result in the removal of interior wall or ceiling finishes exposing the structure, unless there is an attic, crawl space or basement available which could provide access for interconnection without the removal of interior finishes.” “Section [F]704.6.3 of the International Property Maintenance Code is amended to read as follows:
[F]704.6.3 Power source. In existing construction, new construction, and in newly classified group R occupancies, required smoke alarms shall receive their primary power from the building wiring where such wiring is served from a commercial source 106
and shall be equipped with a battery backup. Smoke alarms shall emit a signal when the batteries are low. Wiring shall be permanent and without a disconnecting switch other than as required for overcurrent protection.

Exception: Smoke alarms are not required to be equipped with battery backup where they are connected to an emergency electrical system.

Exceptions specifically for properties regulated by California Residential Code:

Smoke alarms shall be permitted to be battery operated when installed in buildings without commercial power.

Interconnection of smoke alarms in existing areas shall not be required where the alterations or repairs do not result in the removal of interior wall or ceiling finishes exposing the structure, unless there is an attic, crawl space or basement available which could provide access for hard wiring and interconnection without the removal of interior finishes.”
Section 13. Sections 9-2-1 and 9-2-2 of Chapter 2 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code are hereby repealed, provided, however, that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of either section occurring prior to the effective date of this ordinance. New Sections 9-2-1 and 9-2-2 are hereby added to Chapter 2 of Title 9 of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code to read as follows:
“9-2-1 ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE: The 2022 edition of the California Fire Code as adopted by the California State Fire Marshal, including Appendices B, BB, C, CC, D, F, and H, is hereby adopted by reference, subject to the amendments set forth in Section 9-2-2, and the same shall be known and may be cited as the Fire Code of the City of Beverly Hills.
9-2-2 AMENDMENTS TO FIRE CODE: The Fire Code adopted pursuant to Section 9- 2-l is hereby amended as follows:
“Section 104.3 of the California Fire Code is adopted and amended to read as follows:
[A] 104.3 Right of entry. Whenever it is necessary to make an inspection to enforce the provisions of this code, or whenever the fire code official has reasonable cause to believe that there exists in a building or upon any premises any conditions or violations of this code which make the building or premises unsafe, dangerous or hazardous, the fire code official shall have the authority to enter the building or premises at all reasonable times to inspect or to perform the duties imposed upon the fire code official by this code. If such building or premises is occupied, the fire code official shall present credentials to the occupant and request entry. If such building or premises is unoccupied, the fire code official shall first make a reasonable effort to locate the owner or other person having charge or control of the building or premises and request entry. If entry is refused, the fire code official has recourse to every remedy provided by law to secure entry.
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104.3.1 Warrant. When the fire code official has first obtained a proper inspection warrant or other remedy provided by law to secure entry, an owner or occupant or person having charge, care or control of the building or premises shall not fail or neglect, after proper request is made as herein provided, to permit entry therein by the fire code official for the purpose of inspection and examination pursuant to this code.” “Section 104.9 of the California Fire Code is adopted and amended to read as follows:
[A] 104.9 Modifications. Where there are practical difficulties involved in carrying out the provisions of this code, the fire code official shall have the authority to grant modifications for individual cases, provided the fire code official shall first find that special individual reason makes the strict letter of this code impractical and the modification is in compliance with the intent and purpose of this code and that such modification does not lessen health, life and fire safety requirements. The details of action granting modifications shall be recorded and entered in the files of the City.” “Section 104.10 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
[A] 104.10 Alternate materials, design and methods of construction and equipment. The provisions of this code are not intended to prevent the installation of any materials or to prohibit any design or method of construction not specifically prescribed by this code, provided that any such alternative has been approved. An alternative material, design or method of construction shall be approved where the fire code official finds that the proposed design is satisfactory and complies with the intent of the provisions of this code, and that the material, method or work offered is, for the purpose intended, not less than equivalent of that prescribed in this code in quality, strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability and safety.” “Section 104.12.4 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
104.12.4. Financial Responsibility. Any person who personally, or through another, willfully, negligently, or in violation of law, sets a fire, allows a fire to be set, or allows a fire kindled or attended by him/her to escape from his/her control, allows any hazardous material to be handled, stored, disposed, of, or transported in a manner not in accordance with this Code, State law or nationally recognized Standards, allows any hazardous materials to escape from his/her control, allows continuation of a violation of this Code is liable for the expense of fighting the fire including fire investigation or for the expenses incurred during a hazardous materials incident, and such expense will be charged against that person.”
“Section 104.13 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
104.13 Fire prevention bureau personnel and police. The chief and members of the Community Risk Reduction shall each have the powers of a peace officer in performing their duties under this code as follows:
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1. Members of the fire department may act as peace officers only as permitted by section 830.37 of the California Penal Code. All members of the fire department with the rank of captain or above and all members of the Community Risk Reduction who are peace officers as defined in section 830.37 of the Penal Code and members who have been designated by the fire chief as arson investigators and who have satisfactorily completed the courses of training required by section 832 of the Penal Code are designated as peace officers for the purposes of section 171c, 171d, 25450, 25455 and 25850 of the Penal Code while engaged as members of an arson investigating unit, regularly employed and paid as such, in the detection and apprehension of persons who have violated or who are suspected of having violated any fire law, or while exclusively engaged in the enforcement of law as relating to fire prevention and fire suppression.

2. When requested to do so by the chief, the chief of police is authorized to assign such available peace officers as necessary to assist the fire department in enforcing the provisions of this code.”
“Section 105.5.9 and Table 105.5.9 of the California Fire Code are amended to read as follows:
105.5.9 Compressed Gases. An operational permit is required for the storage, use or handling at normal temperature or pressure (NTP) of compressed gases in excess of the amounts listed in Table 105.5.9. A permit is also required to perform an inventory / survey to verify compliance with the maximum allowable quantities of compressed gases for non-fixed (portable) or fixed operational systems, when required by the AHJ.

Exception: Vehicles equipped for and using compressed gas as a fuel for propelling the vehicle.

TABLE 105.5.9

PERMIT AMOUNTS FOR COMPRESSED GASES

TYPE OF GAS
AMOUNT
(cubic feet at
NTP)
Carbon dioxide used in carbon dioxide enrichment systems 875 (100 lb) Carbon dioxide used in insulated liquid carbon dioxide
beverage dispensing applications 875 (100 lb)
Corrosive 200
Flammable (except cryogenic fluids and liquefied petroleum gases) 200 Highly toxic Any Amount
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Inert and simple asphyxiant 6,000
Oxidizing (including oxygen) 504
Pyrophoric Any Amount
Toxic Any Amount
For SI: 1 cubic foot = 0.02832 m3.”
“Section 105.5.49 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
105.5.49 Temporary membrane structures and tents
A special fire permit is required to operate a temporary membrane structure or tent having an area in excess of 40 square feet in accordance with section 105.6.52.5.” “Section 105.5.55 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
105.5.55 Special Fire Permits. The following special fire permits are required for events in the City of Beverly Hills as deemed necessary by the Fire Code Official. 105.5.55.1 Liquid Propane Gas. A Special Fire Permit is required for storage and use of liquid propane gas.
105.5.55.2 Candles. A Special Fire Permit is required for any candle(s) used. 105.5.55.3 Places of Assembly. A Special Fire Permit event is required for any event related Assembly
105.5.55.4 Pyrotechnic Special Effects Materials. A Special Fire Permit is required for any Pyrotechnic Special Effects Materials used as required by sections 105.5.42 and 5601.1.3.
105.5.55.5 Temporary Membrane Structure and Tent. A Special Fire Permit is required for any temporary membrane structure or tent that exceeds 40 square feet as required by section 105.6.49.
105.5.55.6 Drapery or Decorative Material. A Special Fire Permit is required for the installation of any drapery or fabric.

Exception. Chair and table cloth fabric and drapery only. 105.5.55.7 Vehicle Display. A special fire permit is required for all temporary vehicle displayed indoors; and outdoor vehicle displays that affects health and safety standards”
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“Section 107.1 of the California Fire Code is adopted and amended to read as follows:
107.1 Fees. A permit, required by this code, shall not be issued until the fees have been paid to the City, nor shall an amendment to a permit be released until the additional fee, if any, has been paid in accordance with the adopted schedule of fees and charges.

The Beverly Hills Fire Department is authorized to charge, invoice fees for permits and other services, including the review of any plans, documents, new and existing commercial inspections or any other fire department related services. Fees shall be paid by the applicant prior to issuance of permits or performance of services. The Fire Department fees shall be subject to change based upon the current fee resolution.” “Section 107.6 of the California fire code is adopted and amended to read as follows:
107.6 Refunds. The applicable governing authority is authorized to establish a refund policy. The refund policy shall be as is established by section 9-1-110 of the Beverly Hills Administrative Code.”
“Section 108.1 of the California Fire Code is adopted without modification as published, to read as follows:
108.1 Inspection authority. The fire code official is authorized to enter and examine any building, structure, marine vessel, vehicle or premises in accordance with Section 104.3 for the purpose of enforcing this code.”
“Section 108.2.3 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
108.2.3 Annual inspection. All properties located in the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone as identified by the Beverly Hills Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone shall be inspected annually for compliance with state and local brush clearance requirements by the Fire Official.

All B and M occupancies and other occupancies as determined by the Fire Code official, shall be inspected at least once in a 2 year period, but not more than once a year for state and local fire life safety requirements by the Fire Code Official. Certain occupancies, as determined by the Fire Code Official, shall be inspected annually.

Exception: Compliance Verification Inspections frequency to be determined by the Fire Official as needed.”
“Section 109.3 of the California Fire Code is adopted as published without modification to read as follows:
109.3 Recordkeeping. A record of periodic inspections, tests, servicing and other operations and maintenance shall be maintained on the premises or other approved location for not less than 3 years, or a different period of time where specified in this code or referenced standards. Records shall be made available for inspection by the fire 111
code official, and a copy of the records shall be provided to the fire code official upon request.

The fire code official is authorized to prescribe the form and format of such recordkeeping. The fire code official is authorized to require that certain required records be filed with the fire code official.”
“Section 112.4 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
112.4 Violation penalties and citations. Persons operating or maintaining an occupancy, premises, vehicle or performing work which requires a permit by this code, who allow a hazard to exist or fail to take immediate action to abate a hazard on such occupancy, premises, or vehicle or who fail to obtain a permit prior to start of work which requires such a permit under this code, when ordered or notified to do so by the chief, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
112.4.1 Abatement of violation. In addition to the imposition of the penalties herein described, the fire code official is authorized to institute appropriate action to prevent unlawful construction or to restrain, correct, or abate a violation; or to prevent illegal occupancy of a structure or premises; or to stop an illegal act, conduct business, or occupancy of a structure on or about any premises.”
“Section 114.1.3 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
114.1.3 Warning signs. Whenever the Fire Chief shall determine that warning signs are required in the protection of persons or property from injury due to unauthorized entry into dangerous structures or buildings, the Fire Chief shall order such buildings or structures adequately posted with signs reading, "WARNING UNSAFE DO NOT ENTER BY ORDER OF THE BEVERLY HILLS FIRE DEPARTMENT."
It shall be unlawful for any person to enter or remain within any such posted structures or building, except that public officers acting in the course of duty, and representatives of public or private utilities, shall be exempt from the provisions of this section.” “Chapter 3 of the California Fire Code is adopted in its entirety excluding sections 307.2, 308.1.4, 310, and 315.2”
“Section 304.1.2 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
304.1.2 Vegetation. Weeds, grass, vines, trees, or other growth that is known to be flammable and capable of being ignited and endangering property, shall be cut down and removed by the owner or occupant of the premises. Vegetation clearance requirements shall be in accordance with Chapter 49, Section 4907. [California Code of Regulation, Title 19, Division 1, §3.07(b)] Clearances. (b) Ground Clearance. The space surrounding every building or structure shall be maintained in accordance with the following:
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Any person that owns, leases, controls, operates, or maintains any building or structure in, upon, or adjoining any mountainous area or forest-covered lands, brush covered lands, or grass-covered lands, or any land which is covered with flammable material, shall at all times do all of the following:
(1) Maintain around and adjacent to such building or structure a firebreak made by removing and clearing away, for a distance of not less than 30 feet on each side thereof or to the property line, whichever is nearer, all flammable vegetation or other combustible growth. This section does not apply to single specimens of trees, ornamental shrubbery, or similar plants which are used as ground cover, if they do not form a means of rapidly transmitting fire from the native growth to any building or structure.
(2) Maintain around and adjacent to any such building or structure additional fire protection or firebreak made by removing all bush, flammable vegetation, or combustible growth which is located from 30 feet to 100 feet from such building or structure or to the property line, whichever is nearer, as may be required by the enforcing agency if he finds that, because of extra hazardous conditions, a firebreak of only 30 feet around such building or structure is not sufficient to provide reasonable fire safety. Grass and other vegetation located more than 30 feet from such building or structure and less than 18 inches in height above the ground may be maintained where necessary to stabilize the soil and prevent erosion. (3) Remove that portion of any tree which extends within 10 feet of the outlet of any chimney or stovepipe.
(4) Cut and remove all dead or dying portions of trees located adjacent to or overhanging any building.
(5) Maintain the roof of any structure free of leaves, needles, or other dead vegetative growth.
(6) Provide and maintain at all times a screen over the outlet of every chimney or stovepipe that is attached to any fireplace, stove, or other device that burns any solid or liquid fuel. The screen shall be constructed of nonflammable material with openings of not more than 1/2 inch in size.
(7) Hazardous vegetation and fuels around all applicable buildings and structures shall be maintained in accordance with the following laws and regulations:
(A) Public Resources Code Section 4291;
(B) California Code of Regulations Title 14 – Natural Resources, Division 1.5 – Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, “General Guideline to Create Defensible Space”);
(C) California Government Code Section 51182;
(D) California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 9, Chapter 49.” “Section 308.1.6.4 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
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308.1.6.4 Open flame gas fired decorative torches. Open flame decorative appliances shall comply with section 308.2 and the following requirements:
308.1.6.4.1 Installation.

1. All torch burner heads shall be approved by the Fire Department and shall be listed by an approved testing laboratory or agency. Torch burner heads shall be installed a minimum of eight feet from the ground level.

2. A radius of ten feet shall be maintained between the torch burner and combustible materials, including all vegetation.

3. Torch flames shall not exceed 24" inches in length, except by special approval of the Fire Department. Every burner shall be equipped with an approved automatic pilot light and manually controlled shutoff valve located in the main gas supply line.

4. An approved shutoff valve shall be located at or near the base of the torch, and a labeled secondary shutoff valve shall be located at an easily accessible remote location.

5. Minimum pipe size of torch standard shall be 1 inch. If length of torch standard exceeds 8 feet, pipe size shall be not less than 1 1/2 inches.

6. If torch is exposed to mechanical damage or vehicular traffic, adequate protection shall be provided. Torch standards mounted on the ground shall be imbedded 12 inches into a 15 inch cube of concrete or such other standards that will resist equal force.”
“Section 308.1.6.5 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
308.1.6.5 Approved Gas Fire Pits. Gas Fire pits shall have a minimum 10-foot perimeter clearance from structures, vegetation or other combustible materials. No solid fuel burning shall take place in a fire pit. Fire pits shall be no larger than a 3-foot in diameter and constructed of noncombustible material.”
“Section 308.1.6.6 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
308.1.6.6 Approved Fixed Gas Decorative Fire Features. Fixed gas decorative fire features that are not classified as chimneys, fire pits, BBQ’s or portable fueled open flame equipment shall have a minimum 10-foot perimeter clearance from structures, vegetation or other combustible materials. Decorative fire features shall operate only with natural gas and shall have a shut-off valve.”
“Section 308.2.1 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
308.2.1 Open flame gas fired decorative torches. Open flame decorative appliances shall comply with section 308.1.6.4 and the following approval and permit requirements:

1. Applicant shall first apply to the Beverly Hills Community Development Department, Building and Safety for a permit application, and submit two (2) sets of scale drawings, showing building, property line and public ways. Location of remote shutoff valves should also to be shown.
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2. Applicant shall submit one (1) copy of plans to the Fire Department for approval.

The torch location, piping, shut offs and clearances shall be shown.

3. If the torch body or flame extends over a public street or sidewalk, applicant shall submit plans for approval to the Community Development Department, Building and Safety.

4. Any electrical wiring shall be installed under electrical permit obtained from Community Development Department, Building and Safety division.” “Section 503 of the California Fire Code is hereby adopted.” “Section 504.1 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
504.1 Required Access. Exterior doors and openings required by this code or the California Building Code shall be maintained readily accessible for emergency access by the fire department. An approved access walkway leading from fire apparatus access roads to exterior openings shall be provided where required by the fire code official. All exterior access doors shall have locks with exterior key access and an approved, exterior, door opening hardware, including handle or lever. Keys for required access shall be made readily available with a fire department Knox box. [California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1,§3.05(b)] Fire Department Access and Egress. (Roofs)
(b) Roofs. No person shall install or maintain any security barrier such as barbed wire fencing, razor wire fencing, chain link fencing or any other fencing material, cable, aerial, antenna or other obstruction on the roof of any commercial establishment in such a manner as to obstruct or render egress or access hazardous in the event of fire or other emergency.

Exception: Guy wire, rods and aerial antenna masts may be attached to a roof structure having a slope of less than 30 degrees provided there is full clearance of seven feet or more between the roof and said obstruction. Guy wire or rods required to support aerial or antenna masts may be attached to a roof structure a lateral distance from the mast not in excess of one-sixth the height of the mast.” “Section 505.1 of the California Fire Code is adopted and amended to read as follows:
505.1 Address identification. New and existing buildings shall be provided with approved address identification, numbers or letters. Each character shall be not less than 4 inches (102 mm) in height for residential properties and a minimum of 6 inches high for non-residential properties and not less than 0.5 inch (12.7 mm) in width. They shall be installed on a contrasting background, on private property, and be plainly visible from the street or road fronting the property. When required by the city fire code official, address numbers shall be provided in additional approved locations to facilitate emergency response. Where access is by means of a private road and the building address cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole or other approved 115
sign or means shall be used to identify the structure. Address numbers shall also comply with BHFD Premise Identification Standard 19-002. 505.1.1 Building numbering requirements. The entrances to all buildings from public streets shall have the numbers designated by the city building official conspicuously displayed near the entrance of the structure in a manner that they are is visible from the street or road. In commercial locations where vehicles can obstruct addressing due to curb side parking, numbers shall be placed a minimum height of 8 feet from finished floor or as approved by fire code official. Structures which have access from a rear alley, in addition to the numbering required by this section, shall for purposes of emergency response, provide numbering and street identification which is clearly visible from the rear alley access in accordance with the following provisions:

1. The name of the street and street number as assigned by the city building official shall be visible from the alley and located adjacent to the alley access to the structure.

4. When structure access doors are available from the alley or side street for a single tenant or occupant, the door shall be provided with address numbering and street name identification including unit numbers or letters in a manner approved by the city fire code official.
505.1.2 Directory. For complexes or commercial buildings 2 stories or greater, a directory or premise map with approved addressing shall be installed and maintained at a location and in a format as approved by the fire code official and shall also comply with the most current version of the BHFD Premise Identification Standard 19-002.” “Section 506.1.3 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
506.1.3 Locks and key switches. An approved key switch or pad lock shall be installed on motorized or lockable gates, perimeter fencing or similar barricades that obstruct access to a property when required by the fire code official. Knox switches, padlocks, and boxes shall also comply with the most current version of the BHFD Knox Box Standard 19-001.”
“Section 510.5 of the California Fire Code, excluding subsections, is amended to read as follows:
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510.5 Installation Requirements. The installation of the in building, two-way emergency responder communication coverage system shall be in accordance with NFPA 1221, and Sections 510.5.1 through 510.5.4, and the most current version of the Beverly Hills Fire Department Emergency Responder Radio Coverage Standard 19- 005.”
“Subsection 901.2.2 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
901.2.2 Hydraulic water calculations. All fire sprinkler systems shall be designed with a 10% safety factor for hydraulic water calculations. Water Flow Test reports over 12 months shall be subject to a current flow test report as required by the Fire Code Official.”
“Subsection 901.4.3.1 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
901.4.3.1 Required Inspection, Testing and Maintenance. For permitted alterations, all required Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of all new and existing fire and life safety systems shall be completed prior to final inspection.

Fire Life safety systems shall include but are not limited to: Fire Sprinklers, Fire Alarm, Standpipe, Fire Pumps, Pre-engineered Systems, Smoke Control Systems, or any other similar fire protection systems.”
“Section 901.7 of the California Fire Code, excluding subsections, is amended to read as follows:
901.7 Systems out of Service. Where a required fire protection system is out of service, the fire code official shall be notified immediately. Where required by the fire code official, the building shall be either evacuated or an approved fire watch shall be provided for the building until the fire protection system has been returned to service and verified by the Fire Code Official. Fire watch shall comply with the most current edition of the City of Beverly Hills Fire Watch Standard 19-003.” “Section 903.2 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
903.2 Where required.

1. Throughout all existing eating establishments having a floor area in excess of three thousand (3,000) square feet, including all related floor area including but not limited to food preparation and waiting areas.

2. Throughout bowling alleys.

3. Throughout public assembly occupancies having an occupant load of three hundred (300) or more persons. If such occupancies are located above the first floor, the floors below shall be provided with an automatic sprinkler system; provided further, public assembly occupancies of three hundred (300) or more persons placed in buildings existing prior to August 19, 1976, shall not be required to provide an automatic fire-extinguishing system in floors below such occupancy.

4. Throughout hotels except those areas used exclusively for lodging.

5. Throughout retail sales rooms classified as group M and S occupancies if the floor area of all floors exceeds twelve thousand (12,000) square feet, and in group M and S retail sales and storage occupancies more than three (3) stories in height, and in group M and S occupancies, if such occupancies are located within the same building or structure as group R-l occupancies. The area of mezzanines shall be included in determining the areas where sprinklers are required.

6. Nightclubs and discos in rooms primarily used for entertaining occupants who are drinking or dining and unseparated accessory uses where the total area of such unseparated rooms and assembly uses exceeds three thousand (3,000) square feet. For uses to be considered “separated,” the separation shall be not less than is required for a one-hour occupancy separation.

7. In every story or basement of all buildings if the floor area exceeds fifteen hundred (1,500) square feet and there is not provided at least twenty (20) square feet of opening entirely above the adjoining ground level in each 50 linear feet or fraction thereof of exterior wall in the story or basement on at least one side of the building. Openings shall have a minimum dimension of not less than thirty (30) inches. Such openings shall be accessible to the fire department from the exterior and shall not be obstructed in a manner that firefighting or rescue cannot be accomplished from the exterior. When openings in a story are provided on only one side and the opposite wall of such story is more than seventy-five (75) feet from such openings, the story shall be provided with an approved automatic sprinkler system, or openings as specified above shall be provided on at least two sides of an exterior wall of the story.

2.1 occupancy.”
“Section 903.2.1 through 903.2.10 of the California Fire Code (and the subsections therein) are hereby deleted in their entirety, except 903.2.1.6.” 118
“Section 903.2.1.6 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
903.2.1.6 Assembly occupancies on roofs. Where an occupied roof has an assembly occupancy with an occupant load exceeding 49 or Group A-2 and 300 for other Group A occupancies, all floors between the occupied roof and the level of exit discharge shall be equipped with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1.” “Section 903.2.11 of the California Fire Code, excluding subsections, is amended to read as follows:
903.2.11 Specific building areas and hazards. In all occupancies an automatic sprinkler system shall be installed for building design or hazards in the location set forth in Section 903.2.11.2,and 903.2.11.4 through 903.2.11.9.” “Sections 903.2.11.1, 903.2.11.1.1, 903.2.11.1.2, 903.2.11.1.3 and 903.2.11.3 of the California Fire code are hereby deleted in their entirety.” “Section 903.2.11.7 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
903.2.11.7 Storage and use of nitrate film. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all new and existing rooms where nitrate film is stored and handled.”
“Section 903.2.11.8 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
903.2.11.8 Fiber storage vaults. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in new and existing combustible fiber storage vaults as defined in the fire code.” “Section 903.2.11.9 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
903.2.11.9 Bowling alleys. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all new and existing bowling alleys.”
“Section 903.3.1.1.4 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
903.3.1.1.4 Backflow Assembly for NFPA 13 Systems. An approved backflow assembly (DCDA, DCVA, or RPZ) shall be provided to all new or modified NFPA 13 systems.”
“Section 903.3.1.2 of the California Fire Code, excluding subsections, is amended to read as follows:
903.3.1.2 NFPA 13R Sprinkler Systems. This section including subsections are deleted. NFPA 13R systems are not allowed in the City of Beverly Hills.” “Sections 903.3.1.2.1, 903.3.1.2.2 and 903.3.1.2.3 of the California Fire Code, are deleted.”
“Section 903.3.1.3.1 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
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903.3.1.3.1 Double check valve. Two check valves are required to be installed to all new or modified NFPA 13D systems.”
“Section 903.3.1.3.2 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
903.3.1.3.2 Additional NFPA 13D Requirements. For new or modified fire sprinklers systems, each separate structure shall include the following:

1. Fire sprinkler riser assembly, including a main control valve, separate domestic valve, pressure gauge, water-flow switch and Identification signage.

2. Exterior Horn strobe located street facing on the address side at a minimum of 8 feet in height and unobstructed, or location approved by the fire code official

3. Sprinkler Box with spare sprinklers and wrench in an approved location.” “Section 903.3.1.3.3 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
903.3.1.3.3 GPM Test. A GPM test shall be required on all new NFPA 13D systems for structures 10,000 square feet or greater. Any existing NFPA 13D system with modifications, alterations or additions is subject to a GPM test as requested by the fire code official.”
“Section 903.3.9 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
903.3.9 Floor Control Valves. Floor control valves, waterflow detection, and check valve assemblies shall be installed at each floor where any of the following occur:

1. Buildings where the floor level of the highest story is located more than 30 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.

2. Buildings that are three or more stories in height.

3. Buildings that are two or more stories below the highest level of fire department vehicle access.

Exception: Group R-3 & R-3 .1 occupancies floor control valves and, waterflow detection assemblies shall not be required.”
“Section 903.3.10 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
903.3.10 Exterior Projections. Sprinklers shall be provided for exterior canopies, roofs, porte-cocheres, loading docks, balconies, decks and similar projections that exceed 4 feet to newly constructed or to modified existing sprinklered buildings.

Balconies and decks built onto a non-sprinklered structure that projects outward more than 4 feet of exterior wall of the floor immediately below the projection shall be sprinklered.”
“Section 903.4 of the California Fire Code, excluding subsections, is amended to read as follows:
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Section 903.4 Sprinkler system supervision and alarms. All valves controlling the water supply for NFPA 13 and 13D automatic sprinkler systems, pumps, tanks, water levels and temperatures, critical air pressures, and water-flow switches on all NFPA 13 and 13D sprinkler systems shall have all valves locked in the open position as required by the Fire Official and be electrically supervised by a listed fire alarm control unit.

Where the combination of new and existing sprinkler systems totaling 6sprinkler heads or more on one property are being modified or altered, the entire sprinkler system shall be monitored off-site by an approved Supervising Station (Central, Remote or Proprietary)
Exceptions:

1. New and existing sprinkler systems with a combined total of 5 heads or less on one property.

2. Electrical supervision of valves on 13D systems shall not be required.” “Section 903.4.2 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
903.4.2 Alarms. Approved interior audible and audible /visual devices shall be connected to every 13 and 13D automatic sprinkler system in approved location(s).

Bells shall not be installed and existing bells shall be replaced when the system is modified unless approved by the fire code official.

One exterior approved audible and visible alarm notification device, listed for outdoor use, shall be provided and connected to each NFPA 13 and NFPA 13D automatic sprinkler system. The device shall be located on the exterior of the building, a minimum of 8 feet from finished floor, free from obstructions, street facing and address side, or as approved by the fire code official. Structures not visible from the street shall require an additional exterior notification device as required by the fire code official.

Such sprinkler water-flow alarm devices shall be activated by water flow equivalent to the flow of a single sprinkler of the smallest orifice size installed in the system. Where a fire alarm system is installed, actuation of the automatic sprinkler system shall actuate the building fire alarm system. Visible alarm notification appliances shall not be required except when required by this Section and Section 907.5.2.” “Section 905.12 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
905.12 Existing buildings. Existing structures with occupied floors located 3 or more stories above or below the lowest level of fire department access shall be equipped with standpipes installed in accordance with section 905. The standpipes shall have an approved fire department connection with hose connections at each floor level above or below the lowest level of fire department access. The fire code official is authorized to approve the installation of manual standpipe systems to achieve compliance with this section where the responding fire department is capable of providing the required hose flow at the highest standpipe outlet.”
“Section 907.2.11 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
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Section 907.2.11 Single- and Multiple-Station Smoke alarms. Listed Single- and multiple-station smoke alarms complying with UL217 for all new and existing Roccupancies shall be installed in accordance with Section 907.2.11 and NFPA 72.” “Section 907.2.11.5 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
907.2.11.5 Interconnection. Where more than one smoke alarm is required to be installed within an individual dwelling unit or sleeping unit in Group R occupancies, the smoke alarms shall be interconnected in such a manner that the activation of one alarm will activate all of the alarms in the individual unit. Physical interconnection of smoke alarms shall not be required where listed wireless alarms are installed and all alarms sound upon activation. The alarm shall be clearly audible in all bedrooms over background noise levels with all intervening doors closed. When low-voltage systems are required, the fire official may require additional sounder bases installed. Low voltage systems shall be installed per NFPA 72 fire alarm system requirements.

Exceptions:

1. Interconnection is not required in buildings which are not undergoing alterations, repairs or construction of any kind.

Section 907.2.11.6 Power source. In existing construction, new construction, and in newly classified group R occupancies, required smoke alarms shall receive their primary power from the building wiring where such wiring is served from a commercial source and shall be equipped with a battery backup. Smoke alarms shall emit a signal when the batteries are low. Wiring shall be permanent and without a disconnecting switch other than as required for overcurrent protection.

Exception: Smoke alarms are not required to be equipped with battery backup where they are connected to an emergency electrical system that complies with section 604.” “Section 907.5 of the California Fire Code, excluding subsections, is amended to read as follows:
907.5 Occupant Notification Systems. A fire alarm system and sprinkler monitoring system shall annunciate at the fire alarm control unit and shall initiate occupant notification upon activation, in accordance with Section 907.5.1 through 907.5.2.3.3.1 and 907.5.2.6. Where a fire alarm system and fire monitoring system is required by another section of this code, it shall be activated by:
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1. Automatic fire detectors.

2. Automatic sprinkler system waterflow devices.

3. Manual fire alarm boxes.

4. Automatic fire-extinguishing systems.

Exception: Where notification systems are allowed elsewhere in Section 907 to annunciate at a constantly attended location.”
“Section 907.5.1.2 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
907.5.1.2 Redundant Fire Alarm Systems. Each fire sprinkler system shall have only one fire alarm panel which will be accessible to the fire department at all times.

Redundant fire alarm panels shall be removed unless otherwise approved by the AHJ. “Section 907.5.2.6 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
907.5.2.6 Additional Notifications Appliance Location. Approved audible and visible or visible devices shall be connected to every new or modified NFPA 13D automatic sprinkler system in an approved location(s). Visible alarm notification appliances shall be provided in all occupied rooms where ambient noise impairs hearing of the fire alarm including but not limited to residential home theaters, gyms, indoor activity rooms other rooms with similar uses that can impair notification.

Approved audible/visible or visible devices shall be connected to every new or modified NFPA 13 automatic sprinkler system in an approved location(s). Audible/visible alarm notification appliances shall be provided in all occupied rooms where ambient noise impairs hearing of the fire alarm including but not limited to public dressing, changing or fitting rooms with full height doors or curtains that obstruct seeing the visible notification appliances, or businesses with rooms where patients await medical care or consultation is provided, exterior common uses area or as approved by the fire code official.” “Section 907.6.3.1 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
907.6.3.1 Annunciation. The initiating device status shall be annunciated only at the following approved locations by fire code official; near main entrance, lobby, fire control room, staffed security station or additional units with different addresses from reporting panel. Additional annunciator panels can be required at other locations per the fire code official.”
“Section 1008.2 of the California Fire Code, excluding subsections 1008.2.1 through 1008.2.3, is amended to read as follows:
[BE] 1008.2 Illumination required. The means of egress serving a room or space shall be illuminated at all times that the room or space is occupied.

Exceptions:

1. Not adopted

2. Aisle accessways in Group A
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3. Dwelling units and sleeping units in Groups R-1, R-2 and R-3.

4. Sleeping Units in Group I, R-2.1 and R-4 occupancies.” “Section 1008.3 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
[BE] 1008.3 Emergency power for illumination. The power supply for means of egress illumination shall normally be provided by the premises’ electrical supply. [BE] 1008.3.1 General. In the event of power supply failure in rooms and spaces that require two or more means of egress, an emergency electrical system shall automatically illuminate all of the following areas:

1. Aisles

2. Corridors

3. Exit access stairways and ramps

4. Parking garages
[BE] 1008.3.2 Buildings. In the event of power supply failure in buildings that require two or more means of egress, an emergency electrical system shall automatically illuminate all of the following areas:

1. Interior exit access stairways and ramps.

2. Interior and exterior exit stairways and ramps.

3. Exit passage ways.

4. Vestibules and areas on the level of discharge used for exit discharge in accordance with Section 1028.2.

5. Exterior landings as required by Section 1010.1.5 for exit doorways that lead directly to the exit discharge.

6. Group I-2 and I-2.1 exit discharge stairways, ramps, aisles, walkways and escalators leading to a public way or to a safe dispersal area in accordance with section 1028.5.
[BE] 1008.3.3 Rooms and spaces. In the event of power supply failure, an emergency electrical system shall automatically illuminate all of the following areas:

1. Electrical equipment rooms.

2. Fire command centers.

3. Fire pump rooms.

4. Generator rooms.

5. Public restrooms with an area greater than 300 square feet (27.87m2). [BE] 1008.3.4 Duration. The emergency power system shall provide power for a duration of not less than 90 minutes and shall consist of storage batteries, unit equipment or an on-site generator. The installation of the emergency power system shall be in accordance with Section 2702 of the California Building Code. [BE] 1008.3.5 Illumination level under emergency power. Emergency lighting facilities shall be arranged to provide initial illumination that is not less than an 124
average of 1 footcandle (11lux) and a minimum at any point of 0.1 footcandle (1 lux) measured along the path of egress at floor level. Illumination levels shall be permitted to decline to 0.6 footcandle (6 lux) average and a minimum at any point of 0.06 footcandle (0.6 lux) at the end of the emergency lighting time duration. A maximum –to-minimum illumination uniformity ratio of 40 to 1 shall not be exceeded. In Group I-2 occupancies, failure of a single lamp in a luminaire unit shall not reduce the illumination level to less than 0.2 foot-candle (2.2 lux).” “Section 1010.2.12.1 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
[BE] 1010.2.12.1 Access-controlled elevator lobby egress doors in mid-rise and high-rise. When approved by the fire official, the entrance doors within an elevator lobby in a means of egress of midrise and highrise buildings serving offices that are equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 and an approved automatic smoke detection system installed in accordance with Section 907, are permitted to be equipped with an approved entrance and egress access control system which shall be installed in accordance with all of the following criteria:

1. The building is provided throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1.

2. A smoke detector is installed on the ceiling on the tenant side of the elevator lobby doors along the center line of the door opening, not less than 1 foot and not more than 5 feet from the door opening, and is connected to the fire alarm system.

3. A remote master switch capable of unlocking the elevator lobby doors shall be provided in the fire command center for use by the fire department.

4. Locks for the elevator lobby shall be UL and California State Fire Marshal listed fail-safe type locking mechanisms. The locking device shall automatically release on activation of any fire alarm device on the floor of alarm (waterflow, smoke detector, manual pull station, etc.) All locking devices shall unlock, but not unlatch, upon activation.

5. A two-way voice communication system, utilizing dedicated lines, shall be provided from each locked elevator lobby to the 24-hour staffed location on site, annunciated as to location. Operating instructions shall be posted above each two-way communication device.

6. Provide an approved momentary mushroom shaped palm button connected to the doors and installed adjacent to each locked elevator lobby exit door which will release the door locks when operated by an individual in the elevator lobby. The locks shall be reset manually at the door. Mount palm button so that center line is 125
48 inches (1219 mm) above finish door. Stairwell doors that electronically lock shall have a master release button located in the Fire Control Room.

Provide a sign stating:

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, PUSH PALM
BUTTON. DOOR WILL UNLOCK AND
SECURITY ALARM WILL SOUND.

PROCEED TO EXIT.

The sign lettering shall be 3/4-inch (19.1 mm) high letters by 1/8-inch (3.2 mm) width stroke on a contrasting background.

7. Loss of power to that part of the access control system which locks the doors shall automatically unlock the doors.”
“Section 1023.9 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
[BE] 1023.9 Stairway identification signs. A sign shall be provided at each floor landing in an interior exit stairway and ramp connecting more than two stories designating the floor level, the terminus of the top and bottom of the interior exit stairway and ramp and the identification of the stair or ramp. The signage shall also state the story of, and the direction to, the exit discharge and the availability of roof access from the interior exit stairway and ramp for the fire department. The sign shall be located 5 feet (1524 mm) above the floor landing in a position that is readily visible when the doors are in the open and closed positions. Signs shall be installed on the interior of the stairways on each floor and on the exterior door of each stair door at the ground level, to identify each stair landing and indicate the upper and lower termination of the stairway. Floor level identifications and markings shall remain consistent throughout the entire property or building including, but not limited to lobbies, hallways, parking levels, and basement levels. Additional signage for interior stairway or ramps shall be arranged and marked to make direction of egress to the public way readily available.

In addition to the stairway identification sign, raised character and Braille floor identification signs that comply with Chapter 11B shall be located at the landing of each floor level, placed adjacent to the door on the latch side, in all enclosed stairways in buildings two or more stories in height to identify the floor level. At the exit discharge level, the sign shall include a raised five pointed star located to the left of the identifying floor level. The outside diameter of the star shall be the same as the height of the raised characters.”
“Section 1023.9.1 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
[BE] 1023.9.1 Signage requirements. Stairway identification signs shall comply with all of the following requirements:
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1. The signs shall be a minimum size of 18 inches (457 mm) by 12 inches (305 mm).

2. The letters designating the identification of the interior exit stairway and ramp shall be a minimum of 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) in height.

4. All other lettering and numbers shall be a minimum of 1 inch (25 mm) in height.

5. The stairway's upper terminus, such as ROOF ACCESS or NO ROOF ACCESS, shall be placed under the stairway identification in 1-inch-high (25 mm) block lettering with 1/4-inch (6 mm) strokes.

6. The lower and upper terminus of the stairway shall be placed at the bottom of the sign in 1-inch-high (25mm) block lettering with 1/4 inch (6 mm) strokes.

8. When signs required by Section 1023.9 are installed in interior exit enclosures of buildings subject to Section 1025, the signs shall be made of the same materials as required by Section 1025.4.

9. Signs shall also be installed on the exterior of all ground level stairway doors.” “Section 1031.11 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
1031.11 Existing unsafe means of egress. The Building Official or Fire Official may require unsafe means of egress requirements to comply with Section 1008, when the minimum number of exists are not readily available or are restricted during an emergency.”
“Section 1104.16.5.1 of the California Fire Code is adopted and amended to read as follows:
1104.16.5.1 Fire Escape Examination. Fire escape stairways and balconies shall be examined for structural adequacy and safety in accordance with Section 1104.16.5 by a registered design professional or others acceptable to the fire code official every 5 years, or as required by the fire code official. An inspection report shall be submitted to the fire code official after such examination.”
“Section 1104.16.7 of the California fire code is adopted and amended to read as follows:
1104.16.7 Fire Escape Maintenance. Fire escape stairways and balconies shall be kept clear and unobstructed at all times and shall be maintained in a good working order.”
“Section 1203.5.3 is added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
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1203.5.3. State mandated annual hi-rise inspections. During all state mandated annual hi-rise inspections, main power shall be disconnected from the building, and the on-site stand-by or emergency generator shall be run during the entire inspection to verify transfer switch operation and the illumination of all exit signs, means of egress lighting, and all other emergency power loads.”
“Section 3103.2 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
3103.2 Approval required. Tents and membrane structures having an area in excess of forty (40) square feet and canopies in excess of forty (40) square feet shall not be erected, operated or maintained for any purpose without first obtaining a permit and approval from the fire code official. Any tent, canopy or temporary membrane structure that is bonded together or closer than 5 feet shall combine total aggregate square footage and be considered as 1 unit.”
“Section 3103.5 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
3103.5 Use period. Temporary tents, awnings, canopies, or membrane structures in excess of forty (40) square feet shall not be erected for a period of more than ten (10) days unless authorized by the Fire Code Official.”
“Section 3103.6 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
3103.6 Construction documents. A detailed site and floor plan for tents or membrane structure 40 square feet or more shall be provided with each application for approval.

Applications for approval shall be provided to the reviewing authority 10 days before the tent or membrane structure is to be erected. The tent or membrane structure floor plan shall indicate details of means of egress, location of fire extinguisher(s), seating capacity, arrangement of the seating and location and type of heating and electrical equipment. The construction documents shall include an analysis of structural stability” CHAPTER 49

FIRE HAZARD REDUCTION REQUIREMENTS
“Section 4901.2 of the California Fire Code is amended as follows:
4901.2 Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to provide minimum citywide fire hazard reduction standards to reduce the likelihood of life and property loss due to a wildfire through the use of performance and prescriptive requirements for construction and development. In areas designated as a Very High, High, Moderate or Non Very High Severity Zone.”
“Section 4902.1 of the California Fire Code is amended by the following definitions:
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DEFENSIBLE SPACE: An area either natural or man-made, where material capable of allowing a fire to spread unchecked has been treated, cleared, or modified to slow the rate and intensity of an advancing wildfire and to create an area for fire suppression operations to occur.

DESIRABLE PLANT LIST: List of plants exhibiting characteristics of low fuel volume, fire resistance, and drought tolerance which would make them more desirable for planting in areas of high fire danger.

DRIP LINE. The area located directly under the circumference of a tree’s canopy.

FIRE-RESISTANT VEGETATION. Plants, shrubs, trees, and other vegetation that exhibit properties, such as high moisture content, little accumulation of dead vegetation, and low sap or resin content, that make them less likely to ignite or contribute heat or spread flame in a fire than native vegetation typically found in the region.

FLAMMABLE VEGETATION: Can include, but not limited to trees, brush, grasses, or other vegetation that can ignite quickly due to the following characteristics: high oil or resin content and or production of dense foliage or debris. A list of prohibited vegetation and targeted vegetation can be found in Appendices V and W of this code.

FUEL MODIFICATION: A strip of land, a minimum of one hundred feet (100’) wide or more, between an improved property and wildlands, where combustible vegetation has been removed, thinned, or modified and may be partially or totally replaced with approved drought-tolerant, fire-resistant, and/or irrigated plants to provide an acceptable level of risk from vegetation fires. Fuel modification reduces radiant and convective heat, thereby reducing the amount of heat exposure on the roadway or structure and providing fire suppression forces a safer area in which to take action.

FUEL MODIFICATION PLAN. A document prepared by a licensed professional, for a specific construction project, demolition, landscaping project, or development proposed to be undertaken within any fire hazard severity zone. It identifies all new and existing structures and vegetation on the site, and describes ways to minimize and mitigate potential for loss from wildfire exposure.

IGNITION-RESISTANT MATERIAL. A type of building material that complies with the requirements in Chapter 7A of the California Building Code as amended by the City of Beverly Hills.

LADDER FUELS: Vertically aligned vegetation arrangements that would allow the vertical transmission of fire into above waiting shrubs and tree canopies/crowns. Fire is able to carry from ground surface fuels into crowns with relative ease.

NON-VERY HIGH FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONE: All property within the city limits not designated as Very High, High, or Moderate Fire Hazard Severity Zone as set forth in the latest maps adopted by the City Council and maintained by the fire chief on file in the office of Community Risk Reduction.
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PROHIBITED SPECIES: Those species of vegetation with inherent characteristics which make them highly combustible. These characteristics can be either physical or chemical. Physical properties include large amounts of dead material retained within the plant, rough or peeling bark, and the production of large amounts of litter. Chemical properties include the presence of volatile substances such as oils, resins, wax, and pitch. A sample list of these species is located in Appendix V.

SHRUB: a woody plant which is smaller than a tree and has several main stems arising at or near the ground.

SLOPE: is the variation of terrain greater than or equal to 25 percent from horizontal plane; the number of feet, rise and fall per 100 feet, measured horizontally, expressed as a percentage
TARGET SPECIES: Vegetation species that are highly combustible and generally removed as part of the fuel modification plan/permit. A sample list of these species is located in Appendix W.

THINNING: The process of partially and evenly reducing as a whole the density of the vegetation.

TREE CROWN: means the primary and secondary branches growing out from the main stem, together with twigs and foliage.”
VERY HIGH FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONE: That area included within the boundaries described and set forth in the latest map adopted by the City Council and maintained by the fire chief on file in the office of Community Risk Reduction.” “Section 4904 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:

Section 4904 Fire Hazard Severity Zones
4904.1 General.

The City of Beverly Hills Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone identifies vegetation management areas that pose an increased threat to the community during a wildland fire.

Within these areas the Fire Code Official has the authority to require property owners to reduce the amount of flammable vegetation within and outside the defensible space areas. These areas include both public and private lands.

All property within the city limits designated as High, Moderate or Non Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones are required to maintain their properties in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 49.
4904.2 Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map.

The City of Beverly Hills City Council hereby designates a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone as recommended by the director of the California Department of Forestry and Fire 130
Protection and as designated on the latest Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone map, adopted by the City Council, and retained on file at the Office of the Fire Marshal, 445 North Rexford Drive.
4904.3 Deleted.”
“Section 4905 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:

Section 4905 Wildfire Protection Building Construction
4905.1 General
Materials and construction methods for exterior wildfire exposure protection shall be applied within geographical areas where a wildfire burning in vegetative fuels may readily transmit fire to buildings and threaten to destroy life, overwhelm fire suppression capabilities, or result in large property losses.
4905.2 Construction Methods and Requirements
Construction methods intended to mitigate wildfire exposure shall comply with the wildfire protection building construction requirements contained in the Beverly Hills Municipal Code (BHMC), including the following:

1. California Building Code, Chapter 7A

2. California Residential Code, Section R337,

3. California Referenced Standards Code, Chapter 12-7A. 4905.3 New Construction/Demolition Vegetation Maintenance In Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone areas, any construction or demolition work which requires a permit from the City of Beverly Hills shall comply with the vegetation management and defensible space requirements of Section 4907.3.

Prior to, and for the duration of permitted construction or demolition activities, the entire site shall be maintained in compliance with the requirements of Section 4907.3.1. The Fire Code Official has the authority to inspect the site as deemed necessary and prior to final approval to verify ongoing compliance with all vegetation management requirements.

When the Fire Code Official finds the site being maintained in a manner that is contrary to this code, the Fire Code Official is authorized to issue a stop work order. Upon issuance of a stop work order, all construction and demolition work shall cease until the site is brought into compliance with this code..
4905.4 Abandoned Construction.

In Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone areas, any permitted construction project that does not have a valid permit or that has a permit and has been abandoned for a period of twelve months or more, or, with exposed wood or other combustible building materials, may be a hazard. Such projects shall be assessed by the Building and Fire Departments 131
to determine if the structure and/or materials are a “Fire Hazard” and/or “Unsafe” as defined per BHMC Title 9, Chapters 1 and 2. Abatement measures including demolition and removal of construction materials and all costs incurred can be imposed on the property owner.”
“Section 4906 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:

Section 4906 FUEL MODIFICATION
4906.1 General
Fuel modification shall be accomplished to reduce the risk of transmission of flame or heat sufficient to ignite structures and includes the removal, thinning, spacing and modification of flammable and combustible vegetation.
4906.2 When Required
Fuel modification is required for the following types of projects:

1. Any project involving a combined total area of new landscaping or relandscaping of twenty-five hundred square feet (2,500 sq. ft) or more within a 12-month period.

2. The construction of a new dwelling unit

3. The construction of an addition, alteration, or repair that requires the installation of fire sprinklers per Section 903.2.

4. Any structure that changes occupancy classification from any other class to Group R (residential) occupancy.
4906.3 Mandatory Requirements

1. Areas of new planting shall comply with Section 4906.8

2. Targeted vegetation as shown in Appendix W, within 30 feet of any structure shall be removed

3. Areas of existing vegetation shall comply with the maintenance requirements of Section 4907.3.1.

4. Relocate or remove combustible materials, such as organic mulch, non fire resistive vegetation, and wood fences within 5 feet of any structure 4906.4 Additional Requirements
In addition to meeting the mandatory requirements for fuel modification, projects such as new construction, additions, and/or remodels with a building permit valuation of $1,000,000 or more, shall be required to implement additional measures intended to reduce the spread of fire. Examples of such measures include:
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5. Replacement of any existing exterior building element(s) to comply with CBC Chapter 7A.

6. Removal of existing targeted vegetation listed in Appendix W, beyond 30 feet from any structure and replacing existing vegetation with new planting using native, drought tolerant, and fire resistant species.

7. Other improvements to buildings, structures, landscape materials, vegetation, defensible space, or other devices or safeguards intended to further the objectives of this Section and based on recognized principles.

The proposed measure(s) to meet this Section should be recommendations by the licensed design professional for the project intended to those elements that provide the greatest level of fire protection for structures and be based on factors such as site conditions, effectiveness, and feasibility. The cost of compliance for the additional requirements shall be limited to 10% of the building permit valuation and shall be in addition to any costs for compliance with the mandatory measures.

The Fire Code Official is authorized to grant modifications for individual cases where there are documented practical difficulties in carrying out the provisions of this Section. 4906.5 Plans Required
A fuel modification plan and all supporting documentation shall be prepared by a licensed landscape architect and/or qualified professional and submitted to the Fire Code Official for review and approval. The fuel modification plans shall be submitted with an application and all required fees.

Fuel modification plans shall show compliance with the minimum Mandatory Requirements in Section 4906.3 and if required, all Additional Requirements in Section 4906.4. The applicant is responsible for coordinating the fuel modification plans with landscaping plans for compliance with the Model Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance.
4906.5.1 Contents of Plans
Fuel modification plans shall be drawn to scale, dimensioned, and include all main and accessory structures and new and existing vegetation on the property and identify each of the following:

1. Delineation of 5 foot, 30 foot, 100 foot, and 200 foot fuel management areas from all structures.

2. All property lines, setbacks, utility poles, easements, fire department access

3. The topography of any slopes

4. All vegetated and hardscaped areas

5. Location and type of any public or private trees within 10 feet of property line

6. A plant legend with common and scientific names and expected height and width at maturity of all new and existing vegetation

7. Proposed irrigation systems
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8. Tree canopy distances from structures and other canopies

9. Confirmation that no prohibited vegetation will be placed on the site.

10.Confirmation that existing trees listed in Appendix W, within 30 feet of any structure are to be removed.

11.Signed Fuel Modification Affidavit
4906.6 Verification
The Fire Code Official has the authority to inspect the site as deemed necessary and prior to final approval to verify implementation and maintenance of the approved Fuel Modification Plan. Prior to final approval of the permit or certificate of occupancy, a landscape architect or qualified individual must certify the installation of all vegetation complies with the approved Fuel Modification Plan and this code.

The required removal of targeted vegetation will be verified prior to final approval of the permit and issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. Any exceptions to the removal of targeted vegetation listed in Appendix W, may only be granted by the Fire Chief. 4906.7 Cost
The applicant shall pay all fees for plan review in accordance with the adopted schedule of fees and charges. The applicant will be assessed additional costs should the Fire Code Official require a third-party peer review or seek additional clarification, information and/or supporting documentation from another licensed or qualified arborist, botanist, horticulture expert, or other expert in a similar field, to substantiate submitted documentation.
4906.8 New Vegetation
Prohibited vegetation listed in Appendix V shall not be planted on any property within the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. The following requirements shall be met when planting or placing any new vegetation on the site:
4906.8.1 Vegetation (Ground Fuels)

1. All new vegetation shall be fire resistant as identified by a licensed landscape architect or equivalent professional with supporting documentation, or be listed in an approved publication from an approved organization.
4906.8.2 Shrubs (Ladder Fuels)
All new plantings of shrubs shall comply with the following:

1. Privacy hedges/shrubs shall not exceed 7 feet in height, and shall maintain a minimum of 5 feet horizontal clearance to all structures. Trees shall not be used as privacy walls in the VHFHSZ area.

2. Groupings of shrubs are limited to a maximum aggregate diameter of 10 feet (3048 mm).
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3. Shrub groupings shall be separated from other groupings a minimum of 15 feet (4572 mm).

4. Shrub groupings shall be separated from structures a minimum of 30 feet (9144 mm).

5. Where shrubs are located below or within a tree's drip line, the distance between the lowest tree branches shall be a minimum of one-third of the height of the tree.

For trees taller than 18 feet, the minimum separation shall be 6 feet. 4906.8.3 Trees (Aerial Fuels)
Trees shall be managed on the site as follows:

1. New trees shall be planted and maintained so that the tree's drip line at maturity is a minimum of 10 feet (3048 mm) from any structure.

2. The horizontal distance between crowns of new trees and crowns of adjacent trees shall not be less than 10 feet (3048 mm).

3. No new trees shall be planted that are listed in Appendix V as prohibited 4906.8.4 Prohibited Vegetation
The planting of prohibited vegetation listed in Appendix V, is a violation of this code and shall be removed at the expense of the property owner.
4906.8.5 Maintenance
All landscaping and vegetation approved and installed as part of the Fuel Modification Plan shall be managed and maintained at all times by the property owner in conformance with the approved Fuel Modification Plan and Section 4907.3.1.

Vegetation that becomes dead or diseased shall be replaced with vegetation that is not prohibited and consistent with the requirements of the approved Fuel Modification Plan.” “Section 4907 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:

Section 4907 Vegetation Management and Defensible Space 4907.1 General
Vegetation and fuels shall be managed to reduce the severity of potential exterior wildfire exposure to buildings and to reduce the risk of fire spreading to buildings as required by Section 4907.3.
4907.2 Application
Buildings and structures located in the following areas shall maintain the required hazardous vegetation and fuel management:
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1. Land designated as Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone shall comply with Section 4907.3.1.

2. Land defined as Non High Fire Hazard Severity Zones shall comply with Section 4907.3.2.
4907.3 Requirements
Hazardous vegetation and fuels around all buildings and structures shall be maintained in accordance with Section 4907.3
4907.3.1 Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone Required Maintenance.

Persons owning, leasing, controlling, operating, or maintaining buildings or structures in, upon or adjoining Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone areas, and persons owning, leasing, controlling, operating or maintaining land adjacent and within two hundred feet (200’) of such buildings or structures, shall at all times comply with the following:

1. Remove all dead, dry, and overgrown brush, weeds, grass, and hazardous vegetation for a distance of two hundred feet (200’) of any structure, regardless of whether said structure is located upon such land or upon adjacent land.

For properties containing a slope, as defined in Section 4902, the vegetation clearance distance shall be no less than two hundred and fifty feet (250’) from any structure. This may be accomplished by reducing vegetation through thinning, pruning or removal per the Fire Code Official.

2. Erosion to hillsides and slopes shall be prevented by the following:

1. Dead and dry, grass or vegetation, on a hillside or slope shall be maintained no taller than 3” in height to prevent disturbance to soil.

2. Dead trees removed on a hillside or slope are permitted to have a stump up to 3 feet in height to prevent disturbance to soil.

3. All brush, weeds, grass, and hazardous vegetation within ten feet (10') of any combustible fence shall be maintained at a height of not more than three inches (3") above the ground.

4. Remove all vegetation underneath all decks, platforms, and balconies. No combustible debris shall be allowed to accumulate underneath said areas.

5. Vines and climbing plants attached to structures must be maintained in a wellwatered condition, free of excessive dead material and trimmed to minimize fire propagation. Failure to maintain shall require immediate abatement.

6. All roofs and rain gutters on any structure shall be kept free of combustible material such as fallen leaves, needles, twigs, bark, cones and small branches. 136

7. Trees shall be maintained to establish a minimum five foot (5’) separation from any portion of the roof. For structures with existing wood roofs, that minimum separation shall be extended to a ten foot (10’) separation from any portion of the roof.

Exception: Existing trees that are maintained, thinned out, and/or trimmed to the satisfaction of the Fire Code Official

8. Trees shall be maintained so that no portion is closer than ten foot (10’) from the outlet of any chimney, stovetop, and approved open flame decorative device.

9. Any existing Cedar, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Juniper or Pine Tree, shall be maintained to minimize the fire risk and hazard, as directed by the Fire Code Official. Tree crowns and canopies shall be separated a minimum of ten feet (10’) horizontally, from all other tree crowns and canopies located on private, public, or adjoining properties. In cases where trimming or thinning is not adequate, cutting or removal of the tree may be required. No intertwining of vertical or horizontal ladder fuels into public or private tree canopies shall take place.

10.Where shrubs are located below or within a tree's drip line, the distance between the lowest tree branches shall be a minimum of one-third of the height of the tree.

For trees taller than 18 feet, the minimum separation shall be 6 feet.

11.All vegetation on private property, adjacent to a public street, alley, or sidewalk, shall be trimmed and maintained so as not to cause an obstruction to pedestrian and vehicular access. Fire Department apparatus access requires a minimum of 14 feet in height from grade.

12.Dead material shall be removed from live plants, trees, or other vegetation.

Dead material includes deadwood, parts of dead or dry vegetation, and dry bearded palm fronds. All dead trees and vegetation shall be completely removed from the property.

13. All vegetation shall be maintained in such a manner to lessen the fuel supply and to augment the spread or intensity of a fire by breaking fuel continuity.

Separation shall be provided between ground, ladder, and aerial fuel vegetation as specified by the Fire Code Official.

14.Other Safety Measures: Firewood piles shall be located 15 feet away from any structure unless covered by an approved fire resistive tarp or placed in a noncombustible bin. Organic mulch, woodchips or similar combustible products shall not be placed within 5 feet of any structure or combustible perimeter fence.

15.Remove and safely dispose of all cut or bagged vegetation debris which includes grass, shrubs, trees, or similar combustible vegetation / waste. 4907.3.2 Non-Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone Required Maintenance. 137
Persons owning, leasing, controlling, operating, or maintaining property in the Very High Hazard Severity Zone areas shall at all times comply with the following:

1. All trees, shrubs, bushes, and other growing vegetation or portions thereof, adjacent to or overhanging any structure shall be kept free of dead limbs, branches, and other combustible matter.

2. All roof structures shall be kept free of substantial accumulations of leaves, needles, twigs, and other combustible matter.

3. Remove all cut vegetation and debris and legally dispose of. All vegetation, native or otherwise, shall be maintained so as not to constitute a fire hazard or public nuisance.

4. Remove dead material from live plants, trees, or other vegetation which include dead and or dry bearded palm fronds. All dead trees and vegetation shall be completely removed from the property.

5. Maintain all vegetation in such a condition as not to provide an available fuel supply to augment the spread or intensity of a fire.
4907.3.3 Authority of Fire Chief to Modify Brush Clearing Requirements.

Nothing contained in this subsection shall be deemed to preclude the Fire Chief from requiring more than the minimum specific requirements set forth above when the chief determines that conditions exist which necessitate greater fire protection measures.” 4907.3.4 Issuance of Brush Clearance Notice.

In addition to any other remedies for violations provided by law, including those remedies set forth in this code, the Fire Department may issue a "vegetation clearance notice" to the record owner and any tenant, lessee, or other possessor of the affected properties, specifying the condition(s) required to be corrected, and setting forth a date by which corrective action must be taken.

The Fire Department may take corrective action at the owner's expense in the event the required correction is not completed. If the owner fails to pay the cost incurred by the Fire Department to correct such condition(s) following notice of the cost and an opportunity to be heard, the city council may make the expense a lien upon the property where such condition exists.
4907.3.5 Clearance of Brush or Vegetative Growth from Roadways.

All native brush, weeds, grass, and hazardous vegetation situated within ten (10') feet of the outer edge or edges of the usable road surface of any highway, street, alley, or driveway serving more than one residence shall be maintained at a height of not more than three (3") inches above the ground.
4907.3.6 Vegetation Assessment. The Fire Code Official can require a vegetation assessment by a licensed arborist to verify and confirm the health of tree species and or vegetation without charge to the jurisdiction.”
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“Sections 5306.6 and 5306.7 are added to the California Fire Code to read as follows:
5306.6 Required Signage for Medical Gas System. Permanent signage shall be required for all Med Gas rooms and storage areas. Signage shall be a minimum size of 12” X 12” with letters no less than 1-inch in height and located on the exterior portion of the door. Sign shall include the following:

1. NFPA 704 placard.

2. No smoking or open flame permitted.

3. No additional storage permitted.

4. Approved maximum quantities of each compressed gas listed on approved plans.

5. No additional gases permitted without City approval.

6. Last permit number posted.
5306.7 Medical Compressed Gas Inventory. Any new or altered facility using compressed medical gas systems shall verify compliance with the maximum allowable quantities per Chapter 50 of the California Fire Code. A survey shall be performed of each individual tenant in the building identifying the type and amount of medical gases being stored in the building for both fixed and portable systems. The survey shall be conducted in compliance with Section 105.5.9. The owner or representative of the building is responsible to perform the survey. This survey shall be completed and submitted at the time of application for a building permit.” “Section 5601.1.3 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
5601.1.3 Fireworks prohibited. No person shall manufacture, store, offer for sale or discharge any fireworks in the city.

Exception: Permitted and approved fireworks in conjunction with city sponsored event.”
Section 14. Penalty. Except where specified to be an infraction, violation of any provision of this Ordinance or any Code adopted herein by reference shall constitute a misdemeanor and shall be punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000) or by imprisonment for a period not to exceed six (6) months, or by both such fine and imprisonment. Each and every day such a violation exists shall constitute a separate and distinct violation of this Ordinance.

Section 15. Civil Remedies. The violation of any of the provisions of this Ordinance or any Code adopted herein by reference shall constitute a nuisance and may be abated by the City through civil process by means of restraining order, preliminary or permanent injunction or in any other manner provided by law for the abatement of such nuisances.

Section 16. Severability. The City Council declares that, should any provision, section, paragraph, sentence, or word of this Ordinance be rendered or declared invalid 139
by any final court action in a court of competent jurisdiction, or by reason of any preemptive legislation, the remaining provisions, sections, paragraphs, sentences and words of this Ordinance shall remain in full force and effect.

Section 17. This Ordinance shall become effective and in full force on the later of thirty (30) days after passage, or January 1, 2023.
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Section 18. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance.

Adopted:
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LILI BOSSE
Mayor of the City of Beverly Hills,
California
ATTEST:
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HUMA AHMED
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
______________________________ ______________________________ LAURENCE S. WIENER GEORGE CHAVEZ
City Attorney City Manager
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RYAN GOHLICH, AICP
Director of Community Development
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DAVID YELTON
City Building Official
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GREGORY BARTON
Fire Chief

Beverly Hills City CouncilOctober 18, 2022

Beverly Hills City Council
October 18, 2022