Agenda packet — Costa Mesa City Council, November 18, 2025

CITY OF COSTA MESA
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY*
Agenda
City Council Chambers
77 Fair Drive
6:00 PMTuesday, November 18, 2025
*Note: All agency memberships are reflected in the title "Council Member" Announcement:

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REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY NOVEMBER 18, 2025 – 6:00 P.M.

JOHN STEPHENS
Mayor

MANUEL CHAVEZ ANDREA MARR Mayor Pro Tem - District 4 Council Member - District 3

ARLIS REYNOLDS LOREN GAMEROS Council Member - District 5 Council Member - District 2

JEFF PETTIS MIKE BULEY Council Member - District 6 Council Member - District 1

KIMBERLY HALL BARLOW CECILIA GALLARDO-DALY City Attorney Interim City Manager

CALL TO ORDER

NATIONAL ANTHEM AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SOLEMN EXPRESSION
[Per Council Policy 000-12, these presentations are made by community volunteers stating their own views. The City Council disclaims any intent to endorse or sponsor the views of any speaker.]

ROLL CALL

CITY ATTORNEY CLOSED SESSION REPORT
PRESENTATIONS:

1. Proclamation: Native American Heritage Month
PUBLIC COMMENTS – MATTERS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA
Comments on Presentations and Consent Calendar items may also be heard at this time. Comments are limited to 3 minutes, or as otherwise directed.

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COUNCIL MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS, COMMENTS, AND SUGGESTIONS Each council member is limited to 3 minutes. Additional comments will be heard at the end of the meeting.

1. Council Member Pettis

2. Council Member Buley

3. Council Member Gameros

4. Council Member Marr

5. Council Member Reynolds

6. Mayor Pro Tem Chavez

7. Mayor Stephens
REPORT – CITY MANAGER
REPORT – CITY ATTORNEY

CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be acted upon in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless members of the City Council, staff, or the public request specific items to be discussed and/or removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion.

1. PROCEDURAL WAIVER: WAIVE THE FULL READING OF ALL

ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
25-573
RECOMMENDATION:

City Council and Housing Authority approve the reading by title only and waive further reading of Ordinances and Resolutions.

2. READING FOLDER 25-546
RECOMMENDATION:

City Council receive and file Claims received by the City Clerk and authorize staff to reject any and all Claims: Shea Weston.

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3. ADOPTION OF WARRANT RESOLUTION 25-557
RECOMMENDATION:

City Council approve Warrant Resolution No. 2744.

1. Summary Check Registration 10-16-2025

2. Summary Check Registration 10-23-2025

3. Summary Check Registration 10-30-2025

4. Summary Check Registration 11-6-2025
Attachments:

4. ACCEPTANCE OF THE GREENVILLE-BANNING CHANNEL

HYDRODYNAMIC SEPARATOR INSTALLATION PROJECT, CITY
PROJECT NO. 25-02
25-564
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the City Council:

1. Accept the work performed by Zusser Company Inc ., 528 Palisades Drive, Suite 504, Los Angeles, California 90272, for the Greenville-Banning Channel Hydrodynamic Separator Installation Project, and authorize the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion.

2. Authorize the Interim City Manager to release the retention monies thirty-five (35) days after the Notice of Completion filing date; release the Labor and Material Bond seven (7) months after the filing date; and release the Faithful Performance Bond one (1) year after the filing date.

1. Final CostsAttachments:

5. REJECT SOLE BID FOR THE SEWER PIPE RELINE PROJECT, CITY PROJECT NO. 25-14
25-565
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the City Council reject a sole bid received for the Sewer Pipe Reline Project, City Project No. 25-14 and authorize staff to re-advertise the project.

1. Bid AbstractAttachments:

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6. ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2025-08 - AMENDING TITLE 5:

BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES AND TITLE 7: FIRE PROTECTION
AND PREVENTION OF THE COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE;
ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING

STANDARDS CODE, INCLUDING SPECIFIED APPENDICES AND

LOCAL AMENDMENTS, AND ADOPTING THE ORANGE COUNTY

GRADING AND EXCAVATION CODE AND ASSOCIATED

SUPPLEMENTS
25-566
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the City Council:

1. Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-08 to:
- Amend Titles 5 and 7 of the Costa Mesa Municipal Code; - Adopt by reference the 2025 California Building Standards Code, as locally amended, and the current Orange County Grading and Excavation Code;
- Repeal the City’s prior adoption of the 2022 editions; and - Set an effective date of January 1, 2026.

Agenda Report

1. Ordinance No. 2025-08
Attachments:

AT THIS TIME COUNCIL WILL ADDRESS ANY ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT

CALENDAR
------------------------------END OF CONSENT CALENDAR------------------------------- PUBLIC HEARINGS: NONE.
(Pursuant to Resolution No. 05-55, Public Hearings begin at 7:00 p.m.)

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OLD BUSINESS: NONE.

NEW BUSINESS:

1. DRAFT FAIRVIEW PARK MASTER PLAN UPDATE: DISCUSSION

AND APPROVAL OF RECOMMENDATIONS
25-563
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the City Council:

1. Review and discuss the Draft Fairview Park Master Plan Update (Attachment 1) prepared by consultant Moore, Iacofano, Goltsman, Inc . (MIG) and;

2. Provide direction on the Draft Fairview Park Master Plan Update for inclusion in the final Fairview Park Master Plan Update for adoption.

1. Draft Fairview Park Master Plan Update

2. Fairview Park Master Plan Update Recommendations

3. Written Communications
Attachments:

ADDITIONAL COUNCIL /BOARD MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS, COMMENTS, AND

SUGGESTIONS

ADJOURNMENT

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Agenda Report
77 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
File #: 25-573 Meeting Date: 11/18/2025
TITLE:

PROCEDURAL WAIVER: WAIVE THE FULL READING OF ALL ORDINANCES AND

RESOLUTIONS
RECOMMENDATION:

City Council and Housing Authority approve the reading by title only and waive further reading of Ordinances and Resolutions.

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File #: 25-546 Meeting Date: 11/18/2025
TITLE:

READING FOLDER
DEPARTMENT: City Manager’s Office/City Clerk’s Division RECOMMENDATION:

City Council receive and file Claims received by the City Clerk and authorize staff to reject any and all Claims: Shea Weston.

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File #: 25-557 Meeting Date: 11/18/2025
TITLE:

ADOPTION OF WARRANT RESOLUTION
DEPARTMENT: FINANCE DEPARTMENT
PRESENTED BY: CAROL MOLINA, FINANCE DIRECTOR
CONTACT INFORMATION: CAROL MOLINA, FINANCE DIRECTOR AT (714) 754-5243 RECOMMENDATION:

City Council approve Warrant Resolution No. 2744.

BACKGROUND:

In accordance with Section 37202 of the California Government Code, the Director of Finance or their designated representative hereby certify to the accuracy of the following demands and to the availability of funds for payment thereof.

FISCAL REVIEW:

Funding Payroll Register No. 25-22 On Cycle for $4,047,940.01 and 25-23 On Cycle for $4,017,269.29, and City operating expenses for $8,092,526.53.

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CITY OF COSTA MESA
Agenda Report
77 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
File #: 25-564 Meeting Date: 11/18/2025
TITLE:

ACCEPTANCE OF THE GREENVILLE-BANNING CHANNEL HYDRODYNAMIC SEPARATOR INSTALLATION PROJECT, CITY PROJECT NO. 25-02
DEPARTMENT: PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT/ENGINEERING DIVISION PRESENTED BY: RAJA SETHURAMAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
CONTACT INFORMATION: SEUNG YANG, P.E., CITY ENGINEER (714) 754-5335 RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the City Council:

1. Accept the work performed by Zusser Company Inc., 528 Palisades Drive, Suite 504, Los Angeles, California 90272, for the Greenville-Banning Channel Hydrodynamic Separator Installation Project, and authorize the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion.

BACKGROUND:

On February 4, 2025, the City Council awarded a construction contract to Zusser Company, Inc., for the Greenville-Banning Channel Hydrodynamic Separator (HDS) Installation Project, City Project No. 25-02.

Primarily funded by the Orange County Transportation Authority’s(OCTA’s)Environmental Cleanup Program (ECP) Tier 1 (Project X) grant, this trash capture system and stormwater quality improvement involved the construction of an HDS unit on the premises of the Costa Mesa Country Club, next to the outfall of an existing County of Orange storm drain facility.

The storm drain line conveys runoff from a drainage area consisting of various high-priority land uses, such as high-density residential, industrial, commercial, and mixed-urban areas in the local vicinity south of Fairview Park. The HDS unit captures storm runoff from these high-priority areas and treats the runoff for trash and pollutants before allowing treated stormwater into the Orange County Flood Control District’s facility and ultimately into the Greenville-Banning Channel.

The contractor, Zusser Company, Inc., completed all work as required in the contract documents.

The construction is now complete and is ready to be accepted by the City Council.

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ANALYSIS:

The work required by the contract documents was completed on October 9, 2025, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. The final contract cost, including quantity adjustments and a change order, amounted to $892,750. The change order was for the removal and pump-out of the unforeseen excess groundwater that was infiltrating the bottom of the excavated site.

The final contract price reflects a ten percent (10%) increase to the original contract as a result of final quantity adjustments. A report of the final costs is included as Attachment 1.

A summary of project costs are as follows:

Original Contract Cost: $811,750
Change Order Adjustment: $ 81,000
Final Contract Cost: $892,750
As of this date, there are no Stop Notices filed against the monies due to Zusser Company, Inc.

ALTERNATIVES:

This report is administrative in nature, and therefore, there are no alternatives considered for this item.

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FISCAL REVIEW:

The final contract cost is $892,750. The project was approved by City Council during the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget. Primary funding for the project was from OCTA’sEnvironmental Cleanup Program (ECP) Tier 1 (Project X) Measure M2 grant fund in the amount of $497,645. The City’sDrainage Fund and the Westside Storm Drain Improvements Project contributed towards the remaining project budget.

LEGAL REVIEW:

The City Attorney’s Office has reviewed this agenda report and approves it as to form.

CITY COUNCIL GOALS AND PRIORITIES:

This item supports the following City Council goals:
· Strengthen the public’s safety and improve the quality of life. · Advances environmental sustainability and climate resiliency. · Maintain and enhance the City’s facilities, equipment and technology.

CONCLUSION:

Staff recommends the City Council:

1. Accept the work performed by Zusser Company Inc., 528 Palisades Drive, Suite 504, Los Angeles, California 90272, for the Greenville-Banning Channel Hydrodynamic Separator Installation Project, and authorize the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion.

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94 CONTRACTOR: Zusser Company, Inc.
528 Palisades Drive, Suite 504, Los Angeles, CA 90272
Project: GREENVILLE-BANNING CHANNEL HYDRODYNAMIC SEPARATOR (HDS) INSTALLATION PROJECT CITY PROJECT NO. 25-02

ITEM UNIT TOTAL QUANTITY TOTAL CONTRACT

NO DESCRIPTION PRICE TO DATE TO DATE PRICE

BASE BID
1 1 LS MOBILIZATION AND DEMOBILIZATION $80,000.00 100.00 % $80,000.00 $80,000.00 2 1 LS CLEARING AND GRUBBING $100,000.00 100.00 % $100,000.00 $100,000.00 31 L S EROSION, SEDIMENT, AND CHEMICAL CONTROL PLAN
(ESCCP) $10,000.00 100.00 % $10,000.00 $10,000.00
4 1 LS EXCAVATION AND SHORING $180,000.00 100.00 % $180,000.00 $180,000.00 5 1 LS CONSTRUCT MODIFIED JUNCTION STRUCTURE 'A' $64,000.00 100.00 % $64,000.00 $64,000.00 6 1 LS CONSTRUCT MODIFIED JUNCTION STRUCTURE 'B' $31,000.00 100.00 % $31,000.00 $31,000.00 7 1 LS CONSTRUCT CDS UNIT STRUCTURE $254,750.00 100.00 % $254,750.00 $254,750.00 8 1 LF 36-INCH DIA. RCP PIPE AND JOINTS $55,000.00 100.00 LF $55,000.00 $55,000.00 9 200 TON 3/4-INCH GRAVEL BASE MATERIAL $75.00 200.00 TON $15,000.00 $15,000.00 10 1 LS ACCESS ROAD GRADING $7,000.00 100.00 % $7,000.00 $7,000.00

ALLOWANCES
11 1 FA ALLOWANCES $15,000.00 100.00 % $15,000.00 $15,000.00 1 LS EXTRA WORK #1 - GROUNDWATER $81,000.00 100.00 LS $81,000.00 $892,750.00 $811,750.00

BID QUANTITY

FUNDS USED FOR GROUNDWATER ISSUE
CHANGE ORDER #1
SUBTOTAL :

ATTACHMENT 1
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Agenda Report
77 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
File #: 25-565 Meeting Date: 11/18/2025
TITLE:

REJECT SOLE BID FOR THE SEWER PIPE RELINE PROJECT, CITY PROJECT NO. 25-14 DEPARTMENT: PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT/GENERAL SERVICES

DIVISION
PRESENTED BY: RAJA SETHURAMAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
CONTACT INFORMATION: PATRICK BAUER, DEPUTY PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR, (714) 754-5029
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the City Council reject a sole bid received for the Sewer Pipe Reline Project, City Project No. 25-14 and authorize staff to re-advertise the project.

BACKGROUND:

The Sewer Pipe Reline Project was approved with a budget of $260,000 during Fiscal Year 2024-25.

The sewer pipe reline project includes sewer pipelines for City Hall, Communications Building, Fire Station No. 5, Westside Substation, and Jack Hammett Sports Complex. The sewer pipe reline will consist of performing a camera inspection of all sewer lines, hydro-jetting the pipelines to remove all roots, dirt, buildup and all other infiltration, and inserting an epoxy-saturated woven felt cured-in-place liner to reform and reinforce the existing line. This process allows the sewer pipes ongoing use without the need to be completely replaced. A final camera inspection will be performed to ensure all liners have been installed and cured correctly.

ANALYSIS:

On September 25, 2025, staff received one (1) bid for this project from Pipe Restoration Solutions (PRS) in the amount of $225,000. The bid abstract is shown in Attachment 1. In addition to the bidder not submitting a bid bond to the City Clerk by the stated deadline, the bid package was incomplete, lacking information required in the project specifications.

Based on the above, staff requests the City Council reject the bid at this time and authorize staff to re -advertise the project.

ALTERNATIVES:

Staff has determined that there is no alternative to be considered.

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FISCAL REVIEW:

There is no fiscal impact with this action.

LEGAL REVIEW:

The City Attorney’s Office has reviewed this agenda report and approves it as to form.

CITY COUNCIL GOALS AND PRIORITIES:

This item is administrative in nature.

CONCLUSION:

Staff recommend the City Council reject a sole bid for the Sewer Pipe Reline Project, City Project No. 25-14 and authorize staff to re-advertise the project.

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Bid Results for Project SEWER PIPE RELINE (25-14)
Issued on 08/21/2025
Bid Due on September 25, 2025 2:00 PM (PDT)
Exported on 09/25/2025
Line Totals (Unit Price * Quantity)
Item Num Section Item Code Description Reference Unit of Measure Quantity Pipe Restoration Solutions 1 Section 1 1 MOBILIZATION AND DEMOBILIZATION LS 1 $22,500.00 2 Section 1 2 REMOVE EXISTING ROOFING, DISPOSE OF DEMO MATERIAL, CLEAN, & PREP FOR ROOF REPLACEMENT LS 1 $56,250.00 3 Section 1 3 REPLACE ROOFING PER GARLAND COMPANY SHOP DRAWINGS AND PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS LS 1 $146,250.00 4 Section 1 4 ALLOWANCES FA 1 $0.00
Subtotal $225,000.00
Total
ATTACHMENT 1
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Agenda Report
77 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
File #: 25-566 Meeting Date: 11/18/2025
TITLE:

ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2025-08 - AMENDING TITLE 5: BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES AND TITLE 7: FIRE PROTECTION AND PREVENTION OF THE COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE; ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING

STANDARDS CODE, INCLUDING SPECIFIED APPENDICES AND LOCAL AMENDMENTS, AND

ADOPTING THE ORANGE COUNTY GRADING AND EXCAVATION CODE AND ASSOCIATED

SUPPLEMENTS
DEPARTMENT: ECONOMIC AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT /

BUILDING DIVISION AND FIRE AND RESCUE/ FIRE PREVENTION & COMMUNITY RISK

REDUCTION DIVISION
PRESENTED BY: ZIAD DOUDAR, BUILDING OFFICIAL & RYAN BOHR, FIRE

MARSHAL
CONTACT INFORMATION: ZIAD DOUDAR, BUILDING OFFICIAL, (714) 754-5604 AND RYAN BOHR, FIRE MARSHAL, (714) 754-5049
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the City Council:

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City of Costa Mesa
Agenda Report

77 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Item #: 25-566 Meeting Date: 11/18/2025
TITLE: ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2025 -08 – AMENDING TITLE 5: BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES AND TITLE 7: FIRE PROTECTION AND PREVENTION OF THE COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE; ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS

CODE, INCLUDING SPECIFIED APPENDICES AND LOCAL AMENDMENTS, AND ADOPTING THE

ORANGE COUNTY GRADING AND EXCAVATION CODE AND ASSOCIATED SUPPLEMENTS

DEPARTMENTS: ECONOMIC AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT / BUILDING

DIVISION AND FIRE AND RESCUE/ FIRE PREVENTION & COMMUNITY RISK REDUCTION

DIVISION

PRESENTED BY: ZIAD DOUDAR, BUILDING OFFICIAL & RYAN BOHR, FIRE MARSHAL

CONTACT INFORMATION: ZIAD DOUDAR, BUILDING OFFICIAL, (714) 754-5604 AND RYAN BOHR, FIRE MARSHAL, (714) 754-5049

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the City Council:

BACKGROUND:

At its November 4, 2025 meeting, the City Council conducted a duly noticed public hearing and introduced Ordinance No. 2025 -08 for first reading. The proposed updates bring the City into alignment with the 2025 California Building Standards Code (Title 24, California Code of Regulations), effective statewide January 1, 2026, and maintain local amendments supported by the adopted findings resolution, Resolution No. 2025-44.

These amendments continue the City’s long-standing policy of adopting the State codes every three years, together with local modifications necessary to reflect Costa Mesa’s specific climatic, geological, and topographical conditions, and to align with the Orange County Fire Authority and Orange County Building Officials Chapter recommendations for regional consistency.

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ANALYSIS:

Ordinance No. 2025-08:
 Adopts by reference the 2025 California Building Standards Code with Costa Mesa’s local amendments;
 Repeals references to the 2022 editions;
 Adopts the current Orange County Grading and Excavation Code and its supplements; and  Sets an effective date of January 1, 2026.

Table 1. Reference Model Codes for the 2025 California Building Standards Code California Building Standards Code Reference Model Code 2025 California Building Code (Vol. 1 & 2) 2024 International Building Code (ICC) 2025 California Residential Code 2024 International Residential Code (ICC) 2025 California Green Building Standards Code
(CALGreen)
California-Specific Code
2025 California Fire Code 2024 International Fire Code (ICC) 2025 California Existing Building Code 2024 International Existing Building Code 2025 California Plumbing Code 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (IAPMO) 2025 California Mechanical Code 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code (IAPMO) 2025 California Energy Code 2024 International Energy Conservation Code 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code 2024 International Wildland -Urban Interface Code
2025 California Electrical Code 2023 National Electrical Code (NFPA) 2021 International Swimming Pool & Spa Code
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Item #: 25-566 Meeting Date: 11/18/2025

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One minor change was made at the introduction and first reading:
 Per City Council direction on November 4, 2025, amend CFC Section 1207.11.5.1 (ESS Electrical disconnect in Group R-3 and R-4 occupancies) to replace “shall be provided within 36- inches of the main electrical service disconnecting means” with: “shall be provided within 72 - inches of, and readily visible from, the main electrical service disconnecting means”.

As noted previously, Assembly Bill 130 (2025) restricts new or m ore stringent residential building standards through June 1, 2031. The City’s ordinance complies with AB 130 by carrying forward existing residential amendments and introducing no new ones.

FISCAL REVIEW:

There are no fiscal impacts associated with these actions.

LEGAL REVIEW:

The City Attorney’s Office has reviewed the ordinance and approved it as to form.

CITY COUNCIL GOALS AND PRIORITIES:

This item supports the City Council’s Goal:

 Strengthen the Public’s Safety and Improve the Quality of Life.

CONCLUSION:

Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 2025-08. Upon adoption, the ordinance will become effective January 1, 2026, replacing the 2022 editions of the California Building Standards Code within the City of Costa Mesa.

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ORDINANCE NO. 2025-08

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 5: BUILDING AND STRUCTURES, SECTION 5-1, 5-

1.1, 5 -1.3 AND ADDING SECTION 5 -1.4. TITLE 7 : FIRE PROTECTION AND

PREVENTION OF THE COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADOPT BY REFERENCE THE 202 5 CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE INCLUDING

SPECIFIED APPENDICES AND LOCAL AMENDMENTS, AND ADOPTING THE

ORANGE COUNT Y GRADING AND EXCAVATION CODE AND ASSOCIATED SUPPLEMENTS THERETO, AND REPEALING THE ADOPTION OF THE 20 22

EDITIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA CODES WITH THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF JANUARY 1, 2026

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1.

TITLE 5 BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES
The following sections of Title 5 of the Costa Mesa Municipal Code are hereby amended to read as follows:
5-1 Construction Codes Adopted.

For the purpose of prescribing regulations for erecting, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, improving, removal, conversion, demolition, occupancy, equipment use, height, and area of buildings and structures, the following construction codes subject to the modifications set forth in this C hapter, are hereby adopted. T he California Building Code, 2025 Edition, based on the 202 4 International Building Code as published by the International Code Council, including Chapter 1, Division II. T he California Residential Code, 2025 Edition, based on the 2024 International Residential Codes published by the International Code Council, including Chapter 1, Division II; including Appen dix AX Swimming Pool Safety Act. T he 202 5 California Fire Code based on the 202 4 International Fire Code. The 2025 California Green Building Standards Code. The 2025 Existing Building Code, based on the 2024 International Existing Building Code. The 2025 California Wildland- Urban Interface Code, based on the 2024 International Wildland- Urban Interface Code. The 2021 International Swimming Pool & Spa Code. The California 103
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Plumbing Code, 2025 Edition, based on the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code as published by the International Association of Pl umbing and Mechanical Officials. T he California Mechanical Code, 202 5 Edition, based on the 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code as published by the International Association of Pl umbing and Mechanical Officials. T he California Electrical Code, 202 5 Edition, based on the 202 3 National Electrical Code as published by the National Fire Protection Association. The California Energy Code, 2025 Edition, based on the 202 4 International Energy Conservation Code. T he International Property Maintenance Code, 2024 Edition, as published by the International Code Council. The Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, 2021 Edition, as published by the International C ode Council. For the purpose of prescribing regulations for grading and excavation, t he Orange County Grading and Excavation Code will be hereby adopted, in addition, to Appendix “J” of the 2025 California Building Code and the more restrictive provisions of the two will prevail. The provisions of these C onstruction Codes as amended by this chapter shall constitute the Building Regulations of the City of Costa Mesa. Where the California Code of Regulations and State Building Standards Code of Regulations differ from any sections of the Construction Codes, State regulations shall prevail over the Construction Codes.

One (1) copy of all the above codes and standards therefore are on file in the office of the building official pursuant to Health and Safety Code section 18942(d)(1) and are made available for public inspection.

Notwithstanding the provisions of the above- referenced construction codes, all fees for services provided pursuant to the construction codes shall not take effect until a resolution for such fees is adopted by the City Council pursuant to California Government Code sections 66016 and 66020.

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5-1.1 Amendments to the 2025 California Building Code.

The following amendments to the California Building Code shall apply in the City:
a) Administration. Division II of Chapter 1, entitled "Scope and Administration”, is applicable in the City.

b) Revision. Insert City of Costa Mesa into the text as the name of jurisdiction in Section 101.1.
c) Section 101.4 is deleted in its entirety (including sections 101.4.1, 101.4.2, 101.4.3, 101.4.4, 101.4.5, 101.4.6 and 101.4.7), and replaced with the following:
“101.4. Referenced Codes. The California Codes listed in Section 5 -1 of this Ordinance shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the extent of each such reference.
d) Section 105.2 is revised by amending exception 2, 9, and adding 14 as follows:

2. Wood, Steel, Vinyl, or Iron fences not over 6 feet in height. Stucco, concrete, and masonry brick fences not over 3 feet high.

9. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a Group R -3 occupancy that are less than 18 inches (457.2 mm) deep, do not exceed 5,000 gallons (18,927.059L) and are installed entirely above ground.

14. Decks not exceeding 200 square feet (18.58 m2) in area, that are not more than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade at any point, are not attached to a dwelling and do not serve the exit door required by Section R311.2. e) Board of Appeals. Section 113.3 is amended to provide as follows:

Board of Appeals, when used in the Building Standards Codes shall mean the City Planning Commission. The Board of Appeals is hereby established for each of the Building Standards Codes. Depending on the subject of the appeal, specialized expertise may be solicited for the purpose of providing input to the Appeals Board. 105
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f) Table 1505.1 is amended, by the deletion of Table 1505.1 and the addition of a new Table 1505.1 thereto, to read as follows:

TABLE 1505.1 a

MINIMUM ROOF COVERING CLASSIFICATIONS

TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION

IA IB IIA IIB IIIA IIIB IV VA VB

B B B B B B B B B
For SI: 1 foot = 304.8 mm, 1 square foot = 0.0929 m2.
a. Unless otherwise required in accordance with Part 7, California Wildland Urban Interface Code (WUI)
1505.1.2 Roof coverings within all other areas other than Fire Hazard Severity Zones or Wildland -Urban Interface (WUI). The entire roof covering of every existing structure where more than fifty 50 percent of the total roof area is replaced within any one-year period, the entire roof covering of every new structure, and any roof covering applied in the alteration, repair or replacement of the roof of every existing structure, shall be a fire-retardant roof covering that is at least Class B.

Section 1505.4 is amended, by the deletion of the entire section.

Section 1505.5 is amended, by the deletion of the entire section.

Section 1807.1.6 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.

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5-1.3. Amendments to the 2015 California Residential Code.

Pursuant to the A ssembly Bill 13 0 (AB 130) , effective from October 1, 2025, through June 1, 2031, no new amendments are proposed for to the California Residential Code. The existing amendments shall remain in effect as currently adopted. (a) Amend item number 2” in section R105.2, Work exempt from permit, as follows:

2. Wood, Steel, Vinyl, or Iron fences not over 6 feet in height. Stucco, concrete, and masonry brick fences not over 3 feet high.
(b) Table R301.2, is revised to read as follows:

For SI: 1 pound per square foot = 0.0479 kPa, 1 mile per hour = 0.447 m/s. a. Where weathering requires a higher strength concrete or grade of masonry than necessary to satisfy the structural requirements of this code, the frost line depth strength required for weathering shall govern. The weathering column shall be filled in with the weathering Index, “negligible,” “moderate” or “severe” for concrete as determined from Figure R301.2(1). The grade of masonry units shall be determined from ASTM C34, ASTM C55, ASTM C62, ASTM C73, ASTM C90, ASTM C129, ASTM C145, ASTM C216 or ASTM C652.
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b. Where the frost line depth requires deeper footings than indicated in Figure R403.1(1), the frost line depth strength required for weathering shall govern. The jurisdiction shall fill in the frost line depth column with the minimum depth of footing below finish grade.
c. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table to indicate the need for protection depending on whether there has been a history of local subterranean termite damage.
d. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the wind speed from the ultimate design wind speeds map [Figure R301.2(2)]. Wind exposure category shall be determined on a site-specific basis in accordance with Section R301.2.1.4. e. The jurisdiction shall fill in this section of the table to establish the design criteria using Table 10A from ACCA Manual J or established criteria determined by the jurisdiction.
f. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the seismic design category determined from Section R301.2.2.1.
g. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with: the date of the jurisdiction's entry into the National Flood Insurance Program (date of adoption of the first code or ordinance for management of flood hazard areas); and the title and date of the currently effective Flood Insurance Study or other flood hazard study and maps adopted by the authority having jurisdiction, as amended. h. In accordance with Sections R905.1.2, R905.4.3.1, R905.5.3,1, R905.6.3.1, R905.7.3.1 and R905.8.3.1, where there has been a history of local damage from the effects of ice damming, the jurisdiction shall fill in this part at the table with “YES.” Otherwise, the jurisdiction shall fill In this part of the table with “NO.” i. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the 100- year return period air freezing index (BF-days) from Figure R403.3(2) or from the 100-year (99 percent) value on the National Climatic Data Center data table “Air Freezing Index -USA Method (Base 32°F)."
j. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the mean annual temperature from the National Climatic Data Center data table “Air Freezing Index-USA Method (Base 32°F).”
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k. In accordance with Section R301.2.1.5, where there is local historical data documenting structural damage to buildings due to topographic wind speed- up effects, the jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with “YES.” Otherwise, the jurisdiction shall indicate “NO” in this part of the table. l. In accordance with Figure R301.2(2), where there is local historical data documenting unusual wind conditions, the jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with “YES” and identify any specific requirements, Otherwise, the jurisdiction shall indicate "NO” in this part of the table.
m. In accordance with Section R301.2.1.2 the jurisdiction shall indicate the wind- borne debris wind zone(s). Otherwise, the jurisdiction shall indicate "NO” In this part of the table.
n. The jurisdiction shall fill in these sections of the table to establish the design criteria using Table 1a or 1b from ACCA Manual J or established criteria determined by the jurisdiction.
o. The jurisdiction shall fill in this section of the allowable stress design table using the Ground Snow Loads in Figure R301.2(3).

R902.1 Roofing covering materials. Roofs shall be covered with materials as set forth in Sections R904 and R905. A minimum Class A or B roofing shall be installed in areas designated by this section. Class A or B roofing required by this section to be listed shall be tested in accordance with UL 790 or ASTM E 108.

Exceptions:

1. Class A roof assemblies include those with coverings of brick, masonry and exposed concrete roof deck.

2. Class A roof assemblies also include ferrous or copper shingles or sheets, metal sheets and shingles, clay or concrete roof tile, or slate installed on noncombustible decks.
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3. Class A roof assemblies include minimum 16 oz/ft2 copper sheets installed over combustible decks.
(d) Section R902.1.3 is amended by revising it to require a minimum Class B as follows:

R902.1.2 Roof coverings within all other areas. The entire roof covering of every existing structure where more than 50 percent of the total roof area is replaced within any one-year period, the entire roof covering of every new structure, and any roof covering applied in the alteration, repair or replacement of the roof of every existing structure, shall be a fire-retardant roof covering that is at least Class B. (e) Section R902.2, first paragraph is amended by revising it to allow only class A or B treated wood roofs as follows:

R902.2 Fire- retardant-treated shingles and shakes. Fire -retardant-treated wood shakes and shingles are wood shakes and shingles complying with UBC Standard 15- 3 or 15- 4 which are impregnated by the full -cell vacuum -pressure process with fire- retardant chemicals, and which have been qualified by UBC Standard 15- 2 for use on Class A or B roofs.

Fire-retardant-treated wood shakes and shingles shall comply with ICC -ES EG107 and with the weathering requirements contained in Health and Safety Code section
13132.7(j). Each bundle shall bear labels from an ICBO accredited quality control agency identifying their roof-covering classification and indicating their compliance with ICC -ES EG107 and with the weathering requirements contained in Health and Safety Code s ection 13132.7(j).

Health and Safety Code section 13132.7(j) No wood roof covering materials shall be sold or applied in this state unless both of the following conditions are met:
(1) The materials have been approved and listed by the State Fire Marshal as complying with the requirements of this section.
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(2) The materials have passed at least five years of the 10-year natural weathering test. The 10-year natural weathering test required by this subdivision shall be conducted in accordance with Standard 15-2 of the 1994 Edition of the Uniform Building Code at a testing facility recognized by the State Fire Marshal.

Section 5 -1.4 of Chapter I, Title 5, of the Costa Mesa Municipal Code is hereby added to read as follows:

Sec. 5-1.4 Adoption of the Orange County Grading and Excavation Code.

Orange County Grading and Excavation Code adopted with modifications. The Orange County Grading and Excavation Code is hereby adopted with modifications.

Sec. 5- 1.4.1 Amendments to the Orange County Grading and Excavation Code.

Article 8 of Title 7 of the Codified Ordinances of the County of Orange, including the Grading Manual, is adopted in its entirety, except that section 7- 1-805(i) and 7-1-805(l) are modified as follows:

Section 7-1-805(i) (i). A fill less than one (1) foot in depth which (1) is placed on a natural grade with a slope less steep than five horizontal to one vertical (5:1),(2) does not exceed twenty (20) cubic yards on any one lot and (3) does not obstruct a drainage course. This does not exempt the project proponent from submitting a compaction report , to the Building Official, for review and approval, on the fill placed.

Section 7-1-805(l). A fill less than three (3) feet in depth for a landscape planter, which does not exceed twenty (20) cubic yards on any one lot and does not obstruct a drainage course.

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Section 2.

TITLE 7 FIRE PROTECTION AND PREVENTION

Section 7-14 and 7-15 of Chapter II, Title 7, of the Costa Mesa Municipal Code are hereby amended to read as follows:

Chapter II. – FIRE PREVENTION

Sec. 7-14. Adoption of the California Fire Code and the California Wildland- Urban Interface Code.

California Fire Code and California Wildland- Urban Interface Code Adopted with Modifications.

The 2025 California Fire Code and the 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, as published by the International Code Council and as adopted and amended by the California Building Standards Commission and the Office of the State Fire Marshal, are adopted by reference, except as further amended in this title. Only those sections, appendices, and referenced standards adopted by the Office of the State Fire Marshal are adopted by reference unless expressly adopted or amended herein. Additional local modifications are set forth in this title, and the required findings supporting those modifications have been adopted and filed. Copies of these codes are on file in the Office of the City Clerk. These codes may be cited as the “Fire Code” and the “Wildland- Urban Interface Code” of the City of Costa Mesa.

Sec. 7-15 Amendments to the 2025 California Fire Code

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Chapter 1
Scope and Administration
Chapter 1 Scope and Administration is adopted in its entirety, except that Sections 104.7, 105.5.19 through 105.5.21, and 105.5.34 are deleted; Section 105.6.1.1 is added; and Sections 101.1, 101.3, 105.5.18(10), 105.5.18(11), and 112.4 are amended as follows:

Section 101.1 Title is hereby amended as follows:

101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Fire Code of the City of Costa Mesa, hereinafter referred to as “this code.”

Section 103.1 Creation of agency is hereby amended as follows:

103.1 Creation of agency. The Costa Mesa Fire and Rescue Department (C MFR) is hereby created and the official in charge thereof shall be known as the fire code official.

The function of the agency shall be the implementation, administration, and enforcement of the provisions of this code.

Section 105.5.18 Flammable and combustible liquids is hereby amended as follows:

105.5.18 Flammable and combustible liquids. An operational permit is required:

10. To engage in the dispensing of liquid fuels into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles at commercial, industrial, governmental, or manufacturing establishments in accordance with Section 5706.5.4.

11. To utilize a site for the dispensing of liquid fuels from tank vehicles into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles, marine craft and other special equipment at commercial, industrial, governmental or manufacturing establishments in accordance with Section 5706.5.4.

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Section 105.6.1.1 Private Fire Underground System is hereby added as follows:

105.6.1.1 Private Fire Underground System. A separate construction permit is required for the installation or modification of private fire underground system. Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered to be a modification and does not require a permit.

Section 106.1 Submittals is hereby amended as follows:

106.1 Submittals. Construction documents and supporting data shall be submitted with each application for a permit and in such form and detail as required by the fire code official. The construction documents shall be prepared by a registered design professional where required by the statutes of the jurisdiction in which the project is to be constructed.

Section 106.4 Retention of construction documents is hereby amended as follows:

106.4 Retention of construction documents. One set of construction documents shall be retained by the fire code official for a period of not less than 180 days from date of completion of the permitted work, or as required by state or local laws. An approved digital set of construction documents shall be made available to the applicant, and a printed copy of said set shall be kept on the site of the building or work at all times during which the work authorized thereby is in progress.

Section 113.4 Violation penalties is hereby amended as follows:

113.4 Violation penalties. Persons who shall violate a provision of this code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall erect, install, alter, repair, or do work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the fire code official, or of a permit or certificate used under provisions of this code, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor as provided in Section 1-33 of the Costa Mesa Municipal Code. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate 114
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offense.

Chapter 2
Definitions
Chapter 2 Definitions is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 3
General Requirements
Chapter 3 General Requirements is adopted in its entirety, except that Sections 311.5 through 311.5.5 and 318 are deleted; Sections 305.6, 305.7, and 307.6 through 307.6.2 are added; and Sections 307 and 308.1.7 are amended as follows:

Section 305.6 Hazardous Conditions is hereby added as follows:

305.6 Hazardous conditions. Outdoor fires burning wood or other solid fuel are not allowed when any of the following conditions applies:

1. When predicted sustained winds exceed 8 MPH and
relative humidity is less than 25%, or a red flag condition has been declared when an official sign was caused to be posted by the fire code official, or a public announcement is made.

2. No outdoor fires using any fuel type are permitted when predicted sustained winds exceed 20 MPH or when such
fires present a hazard as determined by the fire code official.

Section 305.7 Disposal of rubbish is hereby added as follows:

305.7 Disposal of rubbish. Rubbish, trash, or combustible waste material shall be burned only within an approved incinerator and in accordance with Section 307.2.1.

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Section 307 Open Burning, Recreational Fires and Portable Outdoor Fireplaces is hereby amended as follows:

307 Open Burning, Recreational Fires, Fire Pits, Fire Rings, and Portable Outdoor Fireplaces

Section 307.6 Outdoor Fireplaces, Fire Pits, Fire Rings, or similar devices used at Group R Occupancies is hereby added as follows:

307.6 Outdoor Fireplaces, Fire Pits, Fire Rings, or similar devices used at Group R Occupancies. Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, fire rings, or similar exterior devices used at Group R occupancies shall comply with this section.

Exception: Barbeques, grills, and other portable devices intended solely for cooking.

Section 307.6.1 Gas-fueled devices is hereby added as follows:

307.6.1 Gas-fueled devices. Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits and similar devices fueled by natural gas or liquefied- petroleum gas are allowed when approved by the Building Department and the device is designed to only burn a gas flame and not wood or other solid fuel. At R -3 occupancies, combustible construction and vegetation shall not be located within three feet of an atmospheric column that extends vertically from the perimeter of the device. At other R occupancies, the minimum distance shall be ten feet. Where a permanent Building Department approved hood and vent is installed, combustible construction may encroach upon this column between the bottom of the hood and the vent opening. Where chimneys or vents are installed, they shall have a spark arrester as defined in Section 202.

Section 307.6.2 Devices using wood or fuels other than natural gas or liquefied-petroleum gas is hereby added as follows:

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307.6.2 Devices using wood or fuels other than natural gas or liquefied -petroleum gas. Permanent outdoor fireplaces burning wood or other solid fuel shall be constructed in accordance with the California Building Code with clearance from combustible construction and building openings as required therein. Fires in a fireplace shall be contained within a firebox with an attached chimney. The opening in the face of the firebox shall have an installed and maintained method of arresting sparks.

The burning of wood or other solid fuel in a device is not allowed within 25 feet of combustible structures unless within an approved permanent fireplace, Conditions which could cause a fire to spread within 25 feet of a structure or to vegetation shall be eliminated prior to ignition. Fires in devices burning wood or solid fuel shall be in accordance with Sections 305, 307, and 308.

Exceptions:

1. Portable fireplaces and fire rings/pits equipped with a device to arrest sparks shall be located at least 3’ from combustible construction at R-3 occupancies,

2. Portable fireplaces, and fire pits/rings equipped with a device to arrest sparks, shall be located at least 15 feet from combustible structures at other R occupancies.

Section 308.1.7 Sky lanterns is hereby amended as follows:

308.1.7 Sky lanterns. A person shall not ignite, release, or cause to be released a sky lantern.

Chapter 4
Emergency Planning and Preparedness
Chapter 4: Emergency Planning and Preparedness is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

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Chapter 5
Fire Service Features
Chapter 5 Fire Service Features is adopted in its entirety, except that Section 510.2 is deleted, and Sections 503.2 and 510.1 are amended as follows:

Section 503.2 Specifications is hereby amended as follows:

503.2 Specifications. Fire apparatus access roads shall be installed and arranged in accordance with Sections 503.2.1 through 503.2.8 and the Costa Mesa Fire & Rescue Department Plan Submittal Checklist Specifications.

Section 510.1 Emergency responder radio coverage in new buildings is hereby amended as follows:

510.1 Emergency responder communications enhancement systems in new buildings. Approved in- building emergency responder communications enhancement systems (ERCES) providing two-way radio coverage for emergency responders shall be provided in all new buildings. In-building ERCES shall be based on the existing coverage levels of the public safety communications systems utilized by the jurisdiction, measured at the exterior of the building. The ERCES, where required, shall be of a type determined by the fire code official and the frequency license holder(s). The ERCES shall comply with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, Communications and Technology Division guidelines and specifications and, where the functionality or performance requirements in the California Fire Code are more stringent, this code. This section shall not require improvement of the existing public safety communications systems.

Exceptions:

1. Where approved by the building official and the fire code official, a wired communications system in accordance with Section 907.2.13.2 shall be permitted to be installed or maintained instead of an approved ERCES.

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3. In facilities where emergency responder communications coverage is required and such systems, components, or equipment could have a negative impact on normal operations, the fire code official is authorized to accept an automatically activated ERCES.

4. One-story buildings not exceeding 12,000 square feet (1115 m²) with no below - ground area(s).

Chapter 6
Building Services and Systems
Chapter 6 Building Services and Systems is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 7
Fire and Smoke Protection Features
Chapter 7 Fire and Smoke Protection Features is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 8
Interior Finish, Decorative Materials and Furnishings
Chapter 8 Interior Finish, Decorative Materials and Furnishings is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 9
Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems
Adopt Chapter 9 Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems is adopted in its entirety, except that Section 901.11 is added, and Section 912.2 is amended as follows:

Section 901.11 False Alarms is hereby added as follows:

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(a) The owner and any person in possession of any building shall be assessed a fee to be set by resolution whenever the Fire Department is required to respond to more than two false alarms during a one- year period consisting of January 1- December 31 of any given year. Continued false alarms generated from the same location within the same one- year period shall also be assessed a fee set by resolution for each successive false alarm.
(b)Notwithstanding Subsection (a), whenever the Fire Department is required to respond to a false alarm while the system is being repaired or otherwise modified, and the person performing the work has failed to notify the Fire Department in advance that such work was being done, the persons performing the work shall also be assessed a fee set by resolution for each such occurrence. (c)For purposes of this Section, "false alarm" shall mean the activation of any local or central station alarm because of malfunction, including, but not limited to, mechanical or electrical defects, water surges, or because of improper installation, operation testing or maintenance of such system. Whenever the Fire Department responds to the location of a false alarm and finds that there is no evidence of a fire or of external causes beyond the control of the owner or person in possession that may have caused the alarm, the activation shall be presumed to be a false alarm. Not included as a false alarm will be those activations caused by earthquakes or other phenomena beyond the control of the owner or person in possession.
(d) Whenever an owner, person in possession or alarm system workman is notified of such assessment and believes that he should be excused from paying because any occurrences did not constitute a false alarm, as defined above, he or she shall have the right to appeal said assessment to the Fire Chief within ten (10) calendar days of his receipt of the notice of assessment. The Fire Chief is authorized to excuse the assessment if he determines that a false alarm as defined, did not occur.
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days, a 10 percent per month late fee will be assessed until penalties have been paid.

Section 912.2 Location is amended as follows:

912.2 Location. With respect to hydrants, driveways, buildings and landscaping, fi re department connections shall be so located that fire apparatus and hose connected to supply the system will not obstruct access to the buildings for other fire apparatus. The location shall be approved and be no more than 150 feet from a public hydrant. The FDC may be located within 150 feet of a private fire hydrant when approved by the fire code official. The size of piping and the number of 2½″ inlets shall be approved by the fire code official. If acceptable to the water authority, it may be installed on the backflow assembly.

Fire department inlet connections shall be painted OSHA safety red or as approved.

When the fire sprinkler density design requires more than 500 gpm (including inside hose stream demand), or a standpipe system is included, four 2½″ inlets shall be provided.

Chapter 10
Means of Egress
Chapter 10 Means of Egress is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 11
Construction Requirements for Existing Buildings
Chapter 11 Construction Requirements for Existing Buildings. Adopt only those sections and subsections that are listed below:
1103.3.3
1103.7
1103.7.3
1103.7.3.1
1103.7.8 – 1103.7.8.2
1103.7.9 – 1103.7.9.10
1103.8 – 1103.8.5.3
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1103.9
1103.9.1
1105.12
1105.12.1
1107
1108
1113
1114
1115
1116

Chapter 12
Energy Systems
Chapter 12 Energy Systems is adopted in its entirety, with Section 1207.11.5.1 added and Section 1207.4.1 amended as follows:

Section 1207.4.1 Electrical disconnects is amended as follows:

1207.4.1 Electrical disconnects. The ESS disconnecting means shall be within 36- inches of the main electrical service disconnecting means. The ESS disconnecting means shall be labeled “ESS Emergency Stop”.

Exception: Electrical disconnects for lead- acid and nickel -cadmium battery systems at facilities under the exclusive control of communications utilities and operating at less than 50 VAC and 60 VDC shall be permitted to have electrical disconnects signage in accordance with NFPA 76.

Section 1207.11.5.1 ESS Electrical disconnect in Group R -3 and R -4 occupancies is hereby added as follows:

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main electrical service disconnecting means. The ESS disconnecting means shall be labeled “ESS Emergency Stop”.

Chapter 20
Aviation Facilities
Chapter 20 Aviation Facilities is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 21
Dry Cleaning
Chapter 21 Dry Cleaning is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 22
Combustible Dust-Producing Operations
Chapter 22 Combustible Dust-Producing Operations is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 23
Motor Fuel-Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages
Chapter 23 Motor Fuel-Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 24
Flammable Finishes
Chapter 24 Flammable Finishes is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 25
Fruit and Crop Ripening
Chapter 25 Fruit and Crop Ripening is deleted in its entirety.

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Chapter 26
Fumigation and Insecticidal Fogging
Chapter 26 Fumigation and Insecticidal Fogging is deleted in its entirety.

Chapter 27
Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities
Chapter 27 Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 28
Lumber Yards and Agro-Industrial, Solid Biomass and Woodworking Facilities Chapter 28 Lumber Yards and Agro- Industrial, Solid Biomass and Woodworking Facilities is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 29
Manufacture of Organic Coatings
Chapter 29 Manufacture of Organic Coatings is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 30
Industrial Ovens
Chapter 30 Industrial Ovens is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 31
Tents, Temporary Special Event Structures and Other Membrane Structures Chapter 31 Temporary Special Event Structures and Other Membrane Structures is adopted in its entirety, except that Section 3103.8.1 is deleted, and Sections 3103.8 and 3103.8.1.1 are amended as follows:

Section 3103.8 Structural stability and anchorage required is hereby amended as follows:

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3103.8 Structural stability and anchorage required. Tents or membrane structures and their appurtenances shall be designed and installed to withstand the elements of weather and prevent collapsing. Documentation of structural stability shall be furnished to the fire code official. Anchorage shall be instal led to meet or exceed the Costa Mesa Fire & Rescue Tent Guideline.

3103.8.1.1 Water-filled vessels is hereby amended as follows:

3103.8.1.1 Water-filled vessels. Water-filled vessels shall not be used to anchor a tent or membrane structure unless approved in writing by the Fire Code Official and in accordance with the tent or membrane structure manufacturer’s instructions.

Chapter 32
High-Piled Combustible Storage
Chapter 32 High-Piled Combustible Storage is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 33
Fire Safety During Construction and Demolition
Chapter 33 Fire Safety During Construction and Demolition is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 34
Tire Rebuilding and Tire Storage
Chapter 34 Tire Rebuilding and Tire Storage is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 35
Welding and Other Hot Work
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Chapter 36
Marinas
Chapter 36 Marinas is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 37
Combustible Fibers
Chapter 37 Combustible Fibers is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 39
Processing and Extraction Facilities
Chapter 39 Processing and Extraction Facilities is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 40
Storage of Distilled Spirits and Wines
Chapter 40 Storage of Distilled Spirits and Wines is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 41
Temporary Heating and Cooking Operations
Chapter 41 Temporary Heating and Cooking Operations is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 48
Motion Picture and Television Production Studio Sound Stages, Approved Production Facilities and Production Locations
Chapter 48 Motion Picture and Television Production Studio Sound Stages, Approved Production Facilities and Production Locations is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

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Chapter 50
Hazardous Materials – General Provisions
Chapter 50 Hazardous Materials – General Provisions is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 51
Aerosols
Chapter 51 Aerosols is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 53
Compressed Gases
Chapter 53 Compressed Gases is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 54
Corrosive Materials
Chapter 54 Corrosive materials is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 55
Cryogenic Fluids
Chapter 55 Cryogenic Fluids is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 56
Explosives and Fireworks
Chapter 56 Explosives and Fireworks is adopted in its entirety, with Sections 5608.2, 5608.3, and 5609.2 through 5609.17 added, and Section 5609.1 amended as follows:

Section 5608.2 Firing is hereby added as follows:

5608.2 Firing. All fireworks displays, regardless of mortar, device, or shell size, shall be electrically fired.

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Section 5608.3 Application for Permit is hereby added as follows:

5608.3 Application for Permit. A diagram of the grounds on which the display is to be held showing the point at which the fireworks are to be discharged, the fallout area based on 100 feet per inch of shell size, the location of all buildings, roads, and other means of transportation, the lines behind which the audience will be restrained, the location of all nearby trees, telegraph or telephone line, or other overhead obstructions shall be provided to CMFR.

Section 5609.1 General is amended as follows:
5609.1 General. Where the temporary storage of consumer fireworks, 1.4G is allowed by Section 5601.1.3, Exception 4, such storage shall comply with the applicable requirements of NFPA 1124. In addition to the requirements of NFPA 1124, all temporary stands for the display and sale of fireworks shall be located, maintained and operated subject to the following provisions:
5609.2. No fireworks display or stand shall be erected within one hundred (100) feet of any gasoline dispensing device or room in which vehicles containing gasoline are repaired or within thirty -five (35) feet of any other structure. Minimum setback from a public sidewalk shall be five (5) feet; setback from street curbing shall be not less than ten (10) feet where no sidewalk exists.
5609.3. There shall be maintained in each premises or stand within which fireworks are sold or offered for sale, a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A, 10BC located adjacent to each exit.
5609.4. No person shall light or cause or permit to be lighted any fireworks open flame, match, lighter, or any other article or material within any such stand or within fifty (50) feet thereof.
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prominently and in a number prescribed by the fire chief. 5609.6. All such temporary stands shall be constructed to existing city requirements and specifications.
5609.7. All such temporary stands for the display and sale of fireworks shall obtain an electrical permit from the City of Costa Mesa prior to performance of any electrical work.

An electrical permit shall be required for the use of a portable generator or other temporary power source.
5609.8. All power and lighting shall be GFCI protected. Battery -powered equipment, electrical equipment, and electrical cords that are used in conjunction with a CFRS facility area shall be listed and shall be used in accordance with their listing. 5609.9. Where temporary electrical conductors are placed on top of an outdoor surface to connect the permanent power source to the temporary CFRS facility’s temporary electrical system, the conductors shall be provided with physical protection against damage caused by pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
5609.10. Reserved.
5609.11. The permittee shall strictly comply with all of the provisions of the State Fireworks Law, Sections 12500 et seq. of the Health and Safety Code of the State of California.
5609.12. Fireworks shall be stored and kept only in the permittee's sale booth. It shall be unlawful to store any fireworks intended for sale in any building, residence, garage, home or automobile within the City of Costa Mesa.
5609.13. There shall be at least one (1) adult in attendance during any open or sale hours of the fireworks stand. No person under the age of eighteen (18) years, and no person who is physically or mentally unable to move himself shall be permitted within a fireworks stand.
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the hours of storage. Under no circumstances shall any night watchman sleep within any fireworks stand.
5609.15. No alcoholic beverages shall be allowed on the premises. 5609.16. All fireworks fuses shall be taped.
5609.17. All permits must be posted in a conspicuous place.

Chapter 57
Flammable and Combustible Liquids
Chapter 57 Flammable and Combustible Liquids is adopted in its entirety, except that Section 5707 is deleted and Section 5701.1.1 is added as follows:

Section 5701.1.1 On-Demand Mobile fueling is added as follows:

5701.1.1 Mobile fueling. On-demand mobile fueling of Class I, II, and III liquids into the fuel tanks of vehicles is prohibited.

Chapter 58
Flammable Gases and Flammable Cryogenic Fluids
Chapter 58 Flammable Gases and Flammable Cryogenic Fluids is adopted in its entirety, except that Section 5809 is deleted and Section 5801.1 is amended as follows:

Section 5801.1 Scope is amended as follows:

5801.1 Scope. The storage and use of flammable gases and flammable cryogenic fluids shall be in accordance with this chapter, NFPA 2 and NFPA 55. Compressed gases shall also comply with Chapter 53 and cryogenic fluids shall also comply with Chapter 55.

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Chapter 23. Mobile fueling of gaseous and liquid hydrogen, compressed natural gas (CNG), and liquefied natural gas (LNG) into the fuel tanks of vehicles is prohibited.

Exceptions:

1. Gases used as refrigerants in refrigeration systems (see Section 605).

2. Liquefied petroleum gases and natural gases regulated by Chapter 61.

3. Fuel-gas systems and appliances regulated under the
California Mechanical Code and the California Plumbing
Code other than gaseous hydrogen systems and
appliances.

4. Pyrophoric gases in accordance with Chapter 64.

Chapter 59
Flammable Solids
Chapter 59 Flammable Solids is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 60
Highly Toxic and Toxic Materials
Chapter 60 Highly Toxic and Toxic Materials is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 61
Liquefied Petroleum Gases
Chapter 61 Liquefied Petroleum Gases is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 62
Organic Peroxides
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Chapter 62 Organic Peroxides is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 63
Oxidizers, Oxidizing Gases, and Oxidizing Cryogenic Fluids Chapter 63 Oxidizers, Oxidizing Gases, and Oxidizing Cryogenic Fluids is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 64
Pyrophoric Materials
Chapter 64 Pyrophoric Materials is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 65
Pyroxylin (Cellulose Nitrate) Plastics
Chapter 65 Pyroxylin (Cellulose Nitrate) Plastics is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 66
Unstable (Reactive) Materials
Chapter 66 Unstable (Reactive) Materials is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 67
Water-Reactive Solids and Liquids
Chapter 67 Water -Reactive Solids and Liquids is adopted in its entirety without amendment.

Chapter 80
Referenced Standards
Chapter 80 Referenced Standards is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

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NFPA 13, 2025 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems is hereby amended as follows:

Section 9.2.1.7 is hereby amended as follows:

9.2.3.3 (1) Combustible concealed spaces filled entirely with non- combustible insulation shall not require sprinkler protection when approved by the fire code official.

9.2.1.7 Concealed spaces filled with noncombustible insulation shall not require sprinkler protection when approved by the fire code official.

Section 9.4.3.1 is hereby amended as follows:

9.4.3.1 When fire sprinkler systems are installed in shell buildings of undetermined use (Spec Buildings) other than warehouses (S occupancies), fire sprinklers of the quick - response type shall be used. Use is considered undetermined if a specific tenant/occupant is not identified at the time the fire sprinkler plan is submitted.

Sprinklers in light hazard occupancies shall be one of the following:

1. (1) Quick-response type as defined in 3.3.215.4.16

2. (2) Residential sprinklers in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 12

3. (3) Quick response CMSA sprinklers

4. (4) ESFR sprinklers

5. (5) Standard-response sprinklers used for modifications or additions to existing light hazard systems equipped with standard-response sprinklers

6. (6) Standard-response sprinklers used where individual standard- response sprinklers are replaced in existing light hazard systems

Section 16.11.2.1 is hereby amended as follows:

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16.11.2.1 Local Waterflow Alarms. A local wateflow alarm shall be provided for all sprinkler systems and shall connected to the building fire alarm or water flow monitoring system where provided. Group R occupancies not requiring a fire alarm system by the California Fire Code shall be provided with at least one approved interior alarm device in each unit, or interconnection to the unit smoke alarm system. Sound levels in all sleeping areas shall be a minimum of 15 DBA above the average ambient sound or a minimum of 75 DBA with all intervening doors closed. Alarms shall be audible within all other living areas within each dwelling unit. When not connected to a fire alarm or water-flow monitoring system, audible devices shall be powered from an uninterruptible circuit (except for over current protection (GFI), serving normally operated appliances in the residence.

Section 16.12.3.3 is hereby amended as follows:

16.12.3.3 Fire department connections (FDC) shall be of an approved type. The location shall be approved and be no more than 150 feet from a public hydrant. The FDC may be located within 150 feet of a private fire hydrant when approved by the fire code official. The size of piping and the number of 2½” inlets shall be approved by the fire code official. If acceptable to the water authority, it may be installed on the backflow assembly. Fire department inlet connections shall be painted OSHA safety red or as approved. When the fire sprinkler density design requires more than 500 gpm (including inside hose stream demand), or a standpipe system is included, four 2½” inlets shall be provided.

Section 16.12.5.7 is hereby amended as follows:

16.12.5.7 Fire Department Connections. Fire department connections shall be located at the nearest point of fire department apparatus accessibility or at a location approved by the authority having jurisdiction. They shall be installed immediately adjacent to the approved fire department access road and such that hose lines can be readily and conveniently attached to the inlets without interference from nearby objects including buildings, fence posts, or other fire department connections.

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Section 19.1.1.1 is hereby added as follows:

19.1.1.1 When fire sprinkler systems are required in buildings of undetermined use other than warehouses, they shall be designed and installed to have a fire sprinkler density of not less than that required for an Ordinary Hazard Group 2 use, with no reduction(s) in density or design area. Warehouse fire sprinkler systems shall be designed to Figure

21.4.1.2.2.1 (d) curve “C”. Use is considered undetermined if a specific tenant/occupant is not identified at the tim e the sprinkler plan is submitted. Where a subsequent use or occupancy requires a system with greater capability, it shall be the responsibility of the occupant to upgrade the system to the required density for the new use or occupancy.

Section 19.2.3.1.1.1 is hereby added as follows:

19.2.3.1.1.1 The available water supply for fire sprinkler system design shall be determined by one of the following methods, as approved by the fire code official:
1) Subtract the project site elevation from the low water level for the appropriate pressure zone and multiply
the result by 0.433;
2) Use a maximum of 40 psi, if available;
3) Utilize the CMFR water -flow test form/directions to document a flow test conducted by the local water
agency or an approved third party licensed in the
State of California.

Section 28.4.5.2 (19) (g) Summary Sheet is hereby added as follows:

28.4.5.2 (19) (g) Water supply certification shall be not more than six months prior to the plan submittal to the authority having jurisdiction.

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NFPA 13D 2025 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One - and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes is hereby amended as follows:

Section 4.6 Stock of Spare Sprinklers is hereby added as follows:

4.6.1 A supply of at least two sprinklers for each type shall be maintained on the premises so that any sprinklers that have operated or been damaged in any way can be promptly replaced.

4.6.2 The sprinklers shall correspond to the types and temperature ratings of the sprinklers in the property.

4.6.3 The sprinklers shall be kept in a cabinet located where the temperature to which they are subjected will at no time exceed 100°F (38°C).

4.6.4 A special sprinkler wrench shall be provided and kept in the cabinet to be used in the removal and installation of sprinklers. One sprinkler wrench shall be provided for each type of sprinkler installed.

Section 7.1.2 is hereby amended as follows:

7.1.2 The sprinkler system piping shall not have a separate control valve installed unless supervised by one of the following methods:

(1) Central station, proprietary or remote station alarm service. (2) Reserved.
(3) Reserved.

Section 7.3 Pressure Gauges is hereby amended as follows:

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Section 7.6 Alarms is hereby amended as follows:

7.6 Alarms. Exterior water flow alarm indicating devices shall be listed for outside service and audible from the street from which the house is addressed. Exterior audible devices shall be placed on the front or side of the structure and the location subject to final approval by the fire code official. Additional interior alarm devices shall be required to provide audibility throughout the structure. Sound levels in all sleeping areas with all intervening doors closed shall be a minimum of 15 dba above the average ambient sound level but not less than 75 dba. Audible devices shall be powered from an uninterruptible circuit (except for over -current protection) serving normally operated appliances in the residence.

Exception:
(1) When an approved water flow monitoring system is installed, interior audible devices may be powered through the fire alarm control panel. (2) When smoke detectors specified by the CBC or CRC are used to sound an interior alarm upon water flow switch activation.
.

Section 8.3.5 is hereby amended as follows:

8.3.5 Sprinklers shall not be required in attics without storage, penthouse equipment rooms, elevator machine rooms, concealed spaces dedicated for exclusively to and containing only dwelling unit ventilation equipment, floor/ceiling spaces, elevator shafts, crawl spaces, and other concealed spaces that are not intended for living purposes.

Section 8.3.5.1.1 is hereby amended as follows:

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equipment from the occupied space.

Section 8.3.5.1.3 is hereby added as follows:

8.3.5.1.3 At a minimum, attics with storage access shall be protected with an intermediate temperature quick response sprinklers, which shall be located to protect attic penetrations created by the access scuttles or mechanical equipment.

NFPA 13R 2025 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Low- Rise Residential Occupancies is hereby amended as follows:

Section 6.6.6 is hereby amended as follows:

6.6.6 Sprinklers shall not be required in attics without storage, penthouse equipment rooms, elevator machine rooms, concealed spaces dedicated exclusively to and containing only dwelling unit ventilation equipment, crawl spaces, floor/ceiling spaces, vertical chases, elevator shafts where the elevator installation complies with ASME A17.1/CSA B44, Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators, and other concealed spaces that are not intended for living purposes or storage and do not contain fuel -fired equipment.

Section 6.6.6.3 is hereby amended as follows:

6.6.6.3 Where the fuel-fired equipment is above all occupied areas, at least one quick - response intermediate-temperature sprinkler shall be installed above the equipment or at the wall separating the space with the fuel-fired equipment from the occupied space.

Section 6.16.1 is hereby amended as follows:

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Group R occupancies containing less than the number of stories, dwelling units or occupant load specified in Chapter 9 of the California Fire Code as requiring a fire alarm system shall be provided with a minimum of one approved interior alarm device in each unit. Sound levels in all sleeping areas shall be a minimum of 15 DBA above the average ambient sound or a minimum of 75 DBA with all intervening doors closed. Alarms shall be audible within all other living areas within each dwelling unit. When not connected to a fire alarm, residential smoke detection or water-flow monitoring system, audible devices shall be powered from an uninterruptible circuit (except for over -current protection) serving normally operated appliances in the residence. There shall also be a minimum of one exterior alarm indicating device, listed for outside service and audible from the access roadway that serves that building.

NFPA 14, 20 24 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems is hereby amended as follows:

Section 7.3.1.1 is hereby is deleted in its entirety and replaced as follows:

7.3.1.1 Class I and III Standpipe hose connections shall be unobstructed and shall be located not less than 18 inches or more than 24 inches above the finished floor. Class II Standpipe hose connections shall be unobstructed and shall be located not less than 3 feet or more than 5 feet above the finished floor.

NFPA 24, 2025 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances is hereby amended as follows:

Section 6.2.8.1 is hereby added as follows:

6.2.8.1 All indicating valves controlling fire suppression water supplies shall be painted OSHA red.

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Exceptions:

1. Brass or bronze valves on sprinkler risers mounted
to the exterior of the building may be left unpainted.

2. Where OS&Y valves on the detector check
assembly are the only control valves, at least one
OS&Y valve shall be painted red.

Section 6.2.9 is hereby amended as follows:

6.2.9. All connections to private fire service mains for fire protection systems shall be arranged in accordance with one of the following so that they can be isolated:
(1)*A post indicator valve installed not less than 40 ft (12 m) from the building (a) For buildings less than 40 ft (12 m) in height, a
post indicator valve shall be permitted to be
installed closer than 40 ft (12 m) but at least as
far from the building as the height of the wall
facing the post indicator valve.
(2) A wall post indicator valve.
(3) An indicating valve in a pit, installed in accordance with Section 6.4 (4)*A backflow preventer with at least one indicating valve not less than 40 ft (12 m) from the building
(a) For buildings less than 40 ft (12 m) in height, a backflow preventer with at least one indicating valve shall be permitted to be installed closer than 40 ft (12 m) but at least as far from the building as the height of the wall facing the backflow preventer.
(5)* When approved by the Costa Mesa Fire & Rescue Department, a nonindicating valve, such as an underground gate valve with an approved roadway box, complete with T-wrench, located not less than 40 ft (12 m) from the building (a) For buildings less than 40 ft (12 m) in height, a nonindicating valve, such as an underground gate valve with an approved roadway box, complete with T-wrench, shall be permitted to be installed closer than 40 ft (12 m) but 140
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at least as far from the building as the height of the wall facing the non- indicating valve.
b) A nonindicating valve, such as an underground nonrising stem gate valve with an approved roadway box complete with T-wrench shall be allowed to be closer than 40 ft (12 m) to the building when a property line or other physical barriers make it impossible to have the valve 40 ft (12 m) away. (6) Control valves installed in a fire-rated room accessible from the exterior (7) Control valves in a fire- rated stair enclosure accessible from the exterior as permitted by the AHJ.

Section 10.1.5 is hereby added as follows:

10.1.5 All ferrous pipe and joints shall be polyethylene encased per AWWA C150, Method A, B, or C. All fittings shall be protected with a loose 8-mil polyethylene tube or sheet. The ends of the tube or sheet shall extend past the joint by a minimum of 12 inches and be sealed with 2 inch wide tape approved for underground use. Galvanizing does not meet the requirements of this section.

Exception: 304 or 316 Stainless Steel pipe and fittings

Section 10.4.1.1 is hereby amended as follows:

10.4.1.1 All bolted joint accessories shall be cleaned and thoroughly coated with asphalt or other corrosion-retarding material after installation.

Exception: Bolted joint accessories made from 304 or 316 stainless steel.

Section 10.4.1.1.1 is hereby added as follows:

10.4.1.1.1 All bolts used in pipe-joint assembly shall be 316 stainless steel.

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Appendices

APPENDIX CHAPTER 4 is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix A is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix B is adopted in its entirety with amendments outlined in CMFR Plan Submittal Checklist Specifications.

Appendix BB is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix C is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix CC is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix D is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix E is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix F is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix G is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix H is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix I is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix J is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

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Appendix L is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix M is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix N is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix O is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix P is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix Q is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Sec. 7-16. Amendments to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code.

The 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface, as published by the International Code Council and as adopted and amended by the California Building Standards Commission and the Office of the State Fire Marshal (including the State Fire Marshal adoption matrix), is adopted in its entirety, including only those sections, appendices, and referenced standards adopted by the Office of the State Fire Marshal. There are no local amendments.

Section 3. Severability.

If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. The City Council of the City of Costa Mesa hereby declares that it would have adopted this ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsection, sentence clause, phrases or portions be declared valid or unconstitutionally.

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the provisions of this Ordinance, to the extent of such inconsistencies and no further, are repealed or modified to that extent necessary to affect the provisions of this Ordinance, including the 2022 California Codes and amendments thereto set forth in Titles 5 and 7.

Section 5. Penalties.

Unless otherwise provided for by state law, any violation of this Ordinance for which a penalty is not provided for hereinabove shall be punishable pursuant to the provisions of section 1-33 and/or section 5-6 of the Costa Mesa Municipal Code.

Section 6. Effective date.

The Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall attest to the passage of this Ordinance. The City Clerk shall cause the same to be published and/or posted in a manner required by law. This Ordinance shall become effective on January 1, 2026 pursuant to Government Code section 36937(e) and Health & Safety Code sections 17958 and 18941.

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PASSED AND ADOPTED this ___day of _____, 2025.

_____________________________
John Stephens, Mayor

ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

________________________ _____________________________ Brenda Green, City Clerk Kimberly Hall Barlow, City Attorney

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss

CITY OF COSTA MESA )

I, BRENDA GREEN, City Clerk of the City of Costa Mesa, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the above and foregoing Ordinance No. 2025-xx was duly introduced for first reading at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the ____day of _________ 2025, and that thereafter, said Ordinance was duly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the ___ day of _________, 2025, by the following roll call vote, to wit:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereby set my hand and affixed the seal of the City of Costa Mesa this ___ day of ___________, 2025.

__________________________
Brenda Green, City Clerk

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TITLE:

DRAFT FAIRVIEW PARK MASTER PLAN UPDATE: DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL OF

RECOMMENDATIONS
DEPARTMENT: PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
PRESENTED BY: BRIAN GRUNER, PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES

DIRECTOR
CONTACT INFORMATION: KELLY DALTON, FAIRVIEW PARK ADMINISTRATOR (714) 754- 5009
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the City Council:

1. Review and discuss the Draft Fairview Park Master Plan Update (Attachment 1) prepared by consultant Moore, Iacofano, Goltsman, Inc. (MIG) and;

2. Provide direction on the Draft Fairview Park Master Plan Update for inclusion in the final Fairview Park Master Plan Update for adoption.

BACKGROUND:

The Draft Master Plan update provides a framework to guide the enhancement, restoration, and management of Fairview Park’s unique assets and open recreational space within existing environmental and cultural constraints. The Master Plan also serves as a management tool to inform sustainable park maintenance and operations, recreational activities, educational and interpretive opportunities.

Fairview Park is the City’slargest park, spanning 208 acres of open space. The park has been in existence for approximately 3,500 years and forms an integral component of the 1,000-acre lower Santa Ana River ecological corridor. Within the 208 acres of open space, there are two Native American Nationally Registered Historic Sites, and five different habitat ecosystems, which are home to an array of sensitive, rare and endangered plant and animal species. The park also offers users multiple passive recreational opportunities and trails for walking, running, bicycling, and wildlife observation throughout the park’svarious habitats. The following key factors identify Fairview Park as a cultural, ecological and recreational resource of regional significance.

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Cultural and Ecological Resources
· Cultural and historical significance: The park contains nationally registered cultural resource historic sites and is a sacred site to the tribal community. · Habitat diversity: Fairview Park encompasses several distinct habitat types, including wetlands, riparian areas, coastal sage scrub, coastal bluff scrub, and flower fields. These habitats support a wide array of plant and animal species, many of which are designated as endangered, rare, or special-status wildlife.
· Vernal pools: The park is home to rare vernal pools, which are ephemeral wetlands that provide critical habitat for a variety of unique and specialized organisms, including the San Diego fairy shrimp and Riverside fairy shrimp, both listed as endangered by the federal government.
· Wildlife corridor: Fairview Park serves as a crucial wildlife corridor, connecting the Santa Ana River system of trails and parks to other open spaces in the region, such as Talbert Regional Park.
· Wildlife refuge and human ecology: Fairview Park provides a valuable refuge for wildlife within the urban landscape of coastal Orange County, offering a unique space for people to connect with nature.

Organized Recreational Activities and User Groups
Fairview Park offers approximately seven (7) miles of trails, providing passive recreational opportunities such as walking, running, bicycling, wildlife observation, environmental interpretation, and connectivity to the Santa Ana River bikeway system. The park also hosts unique organized activities, including the narrow-gauge railroad, hobbyist model glider flying, and community-based restoration and educational activities.

In addition, the following non-profit organizations provide year-round programs and events at Fairview Park:
· Coastal Corridor Alliance (CCA): CCA partners with the City to host community-based restoration events, guided educational tours, volunteering opportunities and other programs to support community stewardship.
· Fairview Park Alliance (FPA): FPA partners with the City to organize volunteer-based restoration activities and educational activities in support of Fairview Park preservation, restoration, and protection.
· Harbor Soaring Society (HSS): HSS is a radio-controlled soaring club, offering model glider flying activities for model aircraft enthusiasts in Fairview Park. · Institute for Conservation Research and Education (ICRE): ICRE works with schools and educational institutions to conduct student-led research in local natural environments, including Fairview Park.
· Orange County Model Engineers (OCME): OCME operates the narrow-gauge model railroad on the east side of Fairview Park, offering free public train rides through Fairview Park on the model train circuit.
· Sea and Sage Audubon Society: Sea and Sage Audubon conduct organized bird surveys to

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· Sea and Sage Audubon Society: Sea and Sage Audubon conduct organized bird surveys to document bird activity in Fairview Park and offers other programs, including guided educational tours and workshops.

Master Plan Timeline
Over the past 30 years, the City has periodically updated the original Fairview Park Master Plan to comply with new regulatory agency requirements, community requests and ecological findings.

Below is a timeline of notable years when the plan was updated and/or impacted by certain events:
· 1996 to 1998: The City of Costa Mesa prepared and adopted the Fairview Park Master Plan (“MasterPlan”)to provide a framework for existing and future park improvements, public uses, interpretive elements, and restoration opportunities.
· 2000 and 2002: City Council subsequently adopted revisions to the Master Plan to address specific changes in park features, and in 2008 to account for an updated biological survey of the park.
· 2016: Costa Mesa voters adopted the citizen-initiated Ballot Measure AA, which became codified in the Costa Mesa Municipal Code. Measure AA requires that further development and significant permanent constructed improvements in Fairview Park must be approved by the Costa Mesa electorate prior to being constructed, with certain exceptions for purposes of restoration, public safety, preservation, and maintenance. · 2017: City Council established the Fairview Park Steering Committee, which is tasked with providing advice and recommendations to the City Council on the implementation of the Fairview Park Master Plan and on Measure AA.
· 2019 to 2020: City Council allocated funding for the Fairview Park Master Plan from the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget.
· 2023: The City Council awarded the Professional Services Agreement to MIG for the Fairview Park Master Plan Update.

Mater Plan Process
Since March 2023, the consultant team has undergone an intensive process of analyzing a large amount of information about Fairview Park, while evaluating conditions of the site and engaging with the site’s diverse stakeholders through the community outreach process.

The key activities completed by the consultant team are:
· Review of historical biological reports, surveys, and other technical reports from the site. · Conducted botanical investigations to develop a comprehensive list of plant species in the park.
· Review of relevant codes, regulations, and legal information pertaining to the site’sbiological resources, environmental resources and cultural resources. o Evaluated recreational features, public use patterns, furnishings, amenities, and other features.
· Confirmed the presence of over twenty rare and endangered species, including Western

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· Confirmed the presence of over twenty rare and endangered species, including Western burrowing owl, Coastal California gnatcatcher, Least Bell’svireo, Crotch’sbumble bee, San Diego Button Celery, Southern tar plant, and several others. · Prepared and completed three technical reports addressing biological resources, vegetation community mapping and restoration opportunities, and cultural/historical resources assessment.

Outreach and Engagement
The Master Plan update process recognizes the interdependence of meaningful stakeholder engagement. In order to receive community input, staff and the consultant team engaged in the following activities:
· Conducted public outreach sessions, including a combination of community workshops, informational sessions, and presentations to the Parks and Community Services Commission, Fairview Park Steering Committee, and the City Council. · Consultation with representatives of the Tribal Advisory Group, both in-person at the site and in virtual format.
· Conducted a series of site reviews at various times, seasons, and periods of the day and week to examine use patterns by park visitors throughout the 208-acre site.

The project team synthesized the information gathered during the outreach activities to develop a framework for identifying key findings and recommendations for the Fairview Park Master Plan Update. The consultant team relied on the following criteria in the development of the recommendations for the Master Plan Update:
· Community need and public benefit
· Scientific integrity
· Feasibility
· Sustainability (economic and environmental)
· Legal and regulatory implications
· Consistency with the stated objectives of the Master Plan Update Fairview Park Steering Committee Recommendations
In July and October 2024, the consultant team presented the Master Plan Update findings and recommendations to the Fairview Park Steering Committee. During these meetings, the Committee discussed, revised and approved 25 recommendations as provided by the consultant from community engagement sessions, Attachment 2. The Committee’sgeneral direction was to maintain Fairview Park as a cultural and environmentally sensitive resource. The Committee supports conservation and restoration of native plants, hiking trails and the natural habitat while encouraging community engagement and passive use access.

Special Council Meeting
On January 28, 2025, staff presented to Council a status update on the development of the Draft Fairview Park Master Plan. The overview included key updates on the progress of the community outreach efforts, ecological conditions, a summary of historical documentation and completed

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outreach efforts, ecological conditions, a summary of historical documentation and completed restoration efforts, and highlights of resource assessment, technical investigations and field surveys.

City Council discussed the Draft Master Plan update and provided feedback to staff, including a balancing of resource protection and public use which reflects the interest of the community and City.

ANALYSIS:

The Draft Master Plan was developed to reflect the following City Council direction and goals:

1. To restore and preserve the park as an environmental resource and provide interpretive opportunities to educate users of the park’s unique ecology, cultural history and resources.

2. To manage the park as a balanced recreational opportunity for all users.

3. To engage stakeholders, users, and the community at large in developing a blueprint to manage the park, which accounts for passive use recreation, environmental restoration and preservation, and funding considerations for years to come.

Project Objectives
The primary objectives of the Draft Master Plan are:
· Incorporate mitigation commitments and new conservation obligations associated with restored areas and conservation easements. (e.g., wetlands and riparian habitat restoration projects, Headlands coastal sage scrub mitigation, vernal pools restoration) · Reflect the passing of Ballot Measure AA.
· Account for completed improvements, trails, and access features (e.g., North Bluff stairs, Placentia Ave. bridge, Vernal Pool 1 boardwalk)
· Account for resource protection measures based on current regulatory requirements. · Account for documented species and resources present within the site and produce current biological and cultural resource assessments for the site. · Carry out tribal consultation in accordance with new State requirements, which require lead agencies to consult with California indigenous tribes traditionally and culturally affiliated with a geographic area of a proposed project.
· Utilize contemporary technology and asset mapping tools to support informed land management.
· Conduct community outreach and engage the local community in planning the future enhancement and improvement of the park.
· Evaluate and account for current and future recreational activities.

Existing Conditions and Regulatory Framework
Fairview Park’s biological, cultural, and environmental resources are protected under a comprehensive regulatory and legal framework at federal, state, and local levels, including the State and Federal Endangered Species Acts, National Historic Preservation Act, National and California

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and Federal Endangered Species Acts, National Historic Preservation Act, National and California Registers of Historic Places, California Fish and Game Code, California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and Tribal Cultural Resource provisions. These regulations prohibit unauthorized “take”of endangered wildlife resources, and require that projects and activities consider, avoid, or mitigate impacts to significant ecological, historical, and cultural resources. Additionally, local regulations such as Measure AA ensure that major changes to the park’s facilities and infrastructure receive community oversight, reinforcing the protection of sensitive natural and cultural areas.

Master Plan Significant Findings and Recommendations
The Master Plan provides a framework for future improvements, enhancements, restoration efforts, and management of the 208-acre site. Significant findings and recommendations in the Master Plan Draft compared to the previous Master Plans are as follows:
· The tribal cultural significance of the Fairview Park site to the tribal community, and the need for continued coordination, site preservation, and relationship building between the City and tribes.
· The need to improve protection of the site’ssensitive archeological resources and treat the Fairview Park site as culturally sensitive at a landscape scale rather than as isolated cultural resource sites.
· Discovery of the vernal pool watershed’sexpansive area, the interconnectedness between the vernal pools and surrounding watershed habitats, and the connectivity of the vernal pool complex on the west side of Fairview Park.
· Improved understanding of the park’sbiological diversity and ecological sensitivity including several State and Federally listed endangered species found in the park, as well as sensitive habitats which provide habitat for native wildlife.
· The importance of ecologically appropriate maintenance, operations, and management protocols to guide sustainable land management activities around sensitive resources. · Relocate the fly field from its current location to a non-biological sensitive area of Fairview Park and to avoid environmental impacts to documented resources. · The importance of maintaining park accessibility to all community members, including incorporation of ADA accessible facilities.
· Recognition of the need for additional public access features such as elevated boardwalks to improve public access and trail connectivity, and to preserve sensitive features. · Recognition of the need to revegetate areas of excessive barren ground to prevent erosion, improve public safety, and provide users clear definitions for the designated trail system. · Recognition of the importance of Fairview Park as an exercise hub for community members, and the park’s value for physical and mental wellness.
· Recognition of the community’sinterest in local stewardship activities including volunteering, community-based restoration, and educational tours, and the value of non-profit partnerships in fulfilling this interest.
· Potential for a native plant growing space to supply restoration needs within the park, and to provide other community and educational benefits.
· The scientific value of the site as an open laboratory for scientific research, citizen science, and student learning opportunities in various scientific disciplines (biology, ecology, geology,

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and student learning opportunities in various scientific disciplines (biology, ecology, geology, hydrology, archeology, etc.).
· The educational value of the site for cultural historical storytelling at the site, and opportunities to educate the public about the connectedness between humans and their natural environment.

Community Input on the Draft Master Plan
On October 3, 2025, the City released the Draft Fairview Park Master Plan Update for a 30-day public review period. Comments received from the public comment period are included in Attachment

3. The general community feedback themes are:

1. Conservation and education: Community members emphasized the importance of conserving sensitive features and educating the public to protect sensitive biological and cultural resources.

2. Trail management and public access: Participants supported consolidating and maintaining a system of well-defined trails while limiting off-trail use using natural barriers, physical barriers, and clear signage.

3. Resource protection measures: participants expressed strong support for prioritizing sensitive resource protection, including vernal pools and watersheds, sensitive flora and fauna, and cultural sites.

4. Enhanced park operations and amenities: feedback emphasized the need for increased ranger/staff presence onsite, incorporation of ADA-accessible furnishings near the lawn area, additional dog waste receptacles, and improved trails.

5. Opinions of recreational activities: participants had mixed opinions on some recreational activities. While some expressed support for retaining current non-authorized trail use, and the dirt fill mounds used as bike features, others expressed concern over adverse environmental impacts from these activities. Participants also emphasized safety concerns about BMX activity on the dirt fill features, and concerns with high-speed motorized bike and E-bike activity on trails.

Fairview Park Steering Committee Recommendations
On October 15, 2025, the Committee discussed the previous recommendations and agreed to keep the recommendations as reflected in the Draft Master Plan.

Parks and Community Services Commission Recommendations On October 30, 2025, the Parks and Community Services Commission held a special meeting to discuss and provide recommendations on the Draft Fairview Park Master Plan Update. The meeting had approximately 35 public speakers advocating for various initiatives. Some advocated maintaining current programming/activities in their current locations and providing accessibility to all trails, while others focused on an environmentally sensitive approach to conserve Fairview Park.

The Commission’srecommendations were the following: include language to adhere to the City’s adopted Active Transportation Plan, explore fly field options outside of the park, add multi-language

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adopted Active Transportation Plan, explore fly field options outside of the park, add multi-language signs, address public safety concerns and encourage the public to participate in tribal coordination and storytelling.

Summary
The Draft Fairview Park Master Plan Update represents several years of research and public outreach to develop a blueprint for future enhancements and improvements to Fairview Park. The recommendations in the Draft Master Plan are intended to reflect Fairview Park as a community focused park that encourages community interaction and accessibility while preserving its unique resources. By balancing resource protection and public use and exercising prudent management, Fairview Park can be an accessible ecological and recreational resource to all.

Next Steps
In order to implement the various elements of the Master Plan the following actions need to be completed:
· Staff will finalize the Fairview Park Master Plan Update per City Council direction. · Consultant will prepare CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act) documentation. · CEQA documentation and draft Final Master Plan will be released for 30 day CEQA review period.
· Staff will return to the City Council for adoption of the Final Fairview Park Master Plan Update.

ALTERNATIVES:

The City Council may provide direction to staff to incorporate other recommendations and/or pursue other alternatives.

FISCAL REVIEW:

Funding for the Fairview Park Master Plan Update is available in the Park Development Fees Fund (Fund 208).

LEGAL REVIEW:

There is no legal review required for this item as the direction will be advisory in nature.

CITY COUNCIL GOALS AND PRIORITIES:

This item supports the following City Council Goals:
· Strengthen the Public’s Safety and Improve the Quality of Life. · Maintain and enhance the City’s facilities, infrastructure, and technology. · Advance environmental sustainability and climate resiliency.

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CONCLUSION:

Staff recommends the City Council:

1. Review and discuss Attachment 1 - Draft Fairview Park Master Plan Update prepared by consultant Moore, Iacofano, Goltsman, Inc. (MIG) and;

2. Provide direction on the Draft Fairview Park Master Plan Update for inclusion in the final Fairview Park Master Plan Update for adoption.

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# Draft Recommentations Location referenced in the Oct. 2025 Draft Present in existing Master Plan (revised 2008) 1 Provide clearly defined trails and establish a
designated trail system for the park. Pages 11, 64, 75-76 Yes, described in graphic master plan and environmental documentation. 2 Adopt design standards for the designated trail
system, including widths, materials, and designated
modes of travel by trail type.

Pages 75-76, 96-99 Yes.
3 Finalize and adopt the habitat restoration and
enhancement opportunities technical report for
Fairview Park.

Appendix C, Pages 78-85
Partially. Habitat restoration opportunities are described generally in the high value conservation areas including the vernal pools and associated grasslands.
4 Establish a boardwalk or similar pedestrian pathway
allowing for pedestrian access in both wet and dry
seasons from the north end of Pacific Avenue to the
north end of Canyon Drive. The pathway shall be
planned and designed in a manner that protects the
integrity of the vernal pools and the vernal pool
watersheds.

Pages 76, 82, 98
Yes, partially. Seasonal ponding and drainage issues are described generally in the area, and potential improvements are discussed to maintain use/access.
5 Provide for long-term preservation of the vernal
pools and their associated watersheds using suitable
fencing, interpretive displays, and the removal of
unauthorized user-defined trails that have formed
through the vernal pool watersheds.

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Yes, partially. Fencing and other physical protective barriers are described in the 2008 master plan and adopted as mitigation measures in CEQA environmental documentation.
6 Relocate the fly field activity currently located within the vernal pool watershed, due to detrimental
impacts to sensitive biological resources associated
with the activity and required maintenance of the fly
field. Staff is working with the model flying club to
identify potential alternative flying sites for the
activity.

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The 2008 Master Plan does not use the term "fly field", but refers to the "silent flyer launch/land site", which is to be adjacent to the restroom facility in the lawn area.
7 Revegetate and restore excessive areas of barren
ground and exposed soil using
ecologically appropriate native vegetation.

Pages 50, 102
Yes. Fill removal and native plant revegetation are identified in 2008 Master Plan and are adopted as a mitigation measure in the CEQA documentation.
8 Provide for a potential native plant growing space on the east side of Fairview Park in a location that avoids impacts to native habitat. The growing space shall be
planned and designed in consultation with a qualified
restoration ecologist.

Pages 11, 100, 102 No.
9 Provide for improved and updated signage and
interpretive materials to highlight the exceptional
conservation value of the site, and the importance of
local and global biodiversity preservation.

Pages 12, 18, 55, 64, 67, 69, 73, 77, 100
Yes, partially. Interpretive opportunities are described in the 2008 Master Plan.
10 Utilize the site to enhance community education
about the nexus between human mental and physical
health, and ecological health and conservation of
natural open spaces.

Pages 77, 99 Yes, this theme is discussed partially in the 2008 plan. 11 Provide for improved and updated signage and
interpretive materials to highlight the cultural history of the site, indigenous ecology, and to recognize the
site’s significance to tribal communities.

Pages 12, 55, 58, 64, 69, 73, 77, 100
Yes, partially. Interpretive opportunities are described in the 2008 Master Plan.
12 Provide for an on-site maintenance and storage
facility, or designated area on the east side for
efficient storage and use of Fairview Park restoration
tools and equipment, and to support the operations
of the native plant growing space.

Pages 100, 102 Yes, partially. A museum/multi-purpose building is shown on the east side of Placentia Ave.
13 Continue the current Master Plan recommendation
that calls for unsuitable fill removal and restoration of the Fairview Park mesa.

Pages 11, 56, 65, 69, 71-72, 82, 87, 100, 102, Appendix C Yes, fill removal is recognized in the 2008 Master Plan, which calls for the City to prepare a phasing plan to remove the unsuitable fill in a manner that protects the vernal pools, sensitive biological resources, and prevents damage to the cultural resources site.
14 Continue the current Master Plan recommendation
that calls for stabilization and restoration
of the Fairview Park west bluffs.

Pages 64, 71, 83, 88-89, Appendix C Yes.
15 Continue the operation of the model train railroad
facilities, and integrate environmental interpretive
content and ecological enhancements along the
model train network to provide educational
opportunities to the youth while onboard the model
train circuit.

Pages 3, 57, 59, 67, 73 Yes.

Fairview Park Master Plan Update Recommendations
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16 Adopt the Maintenance, Operations, and
Management Plan for Fairview Park, including the
Invasive Species Management Plan for Fairview Park.

Pages 81-86, Appendix C No. No O&M plan was prepared at the time of the 2008 Master Plan. 17 Continue to build community partnerships with local
organizations invested in environmental
conservation, and expand opportunities to participate
in community-based restoration, stewardship, and
nature-based educational activities.

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18 Provide continuing opportunities for tribal
coordination and participation in the implementation
of the Updated Fairview Park Master Plan.

Pages 10-11, 39-40, 82, Appendix D No.
19 Provide an ADA-accessible pathway from the main
parking lot to the existing paved multi-purpose path
west of the main parking lot.

Pages 96, 98 No.
20 Provide a service and emergency vehicular access
point into the park from Pacific Avenue, to be
accessible only by authorized public safety vehicles
and maintenance vehicles.

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terminus of Pacific Ave.
21 Provide for the incorporation of a central interpretive area. Page 99-102 Partially. The 2008 Master Plan reflects multiple small interpretive areas in the park.
22 Incorporate viewing platforms and scenic viewpoint
features to enhance environmental interpretive
opportunities while preserving sensitive features.

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23 Incorporate a nature play area near the central
interpretive area.

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of the park near Canyon Drive, but not in the lawn area. 24 Incorporate a native pollinator area to attract
butterflies and other pollinators. The native pollinator area would replace the ornamental vegetation
including invasive species currently located in the
planter area.

Pages 68, 100 No. The 2008 Master Plan shows a small play area on the south end of the park.
25 Based on community input - consider renaming the
site to reflect the site's natural and cultural
resources.

N/A No.
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Costa Mesa City CouncilNovember 18, 2025

Costa Mesa City Council
November 18, 2025