R1001.3.1 Vertical reinforcing. For chimneys up to 40 inches (1016 mm) wide, four No. 4 continuous vertical bars adequately anchored into the concrete foundation shall be placed between wythes of solid masonry or within the cells of hollow unit masonry and grouted in accordance with Section R606. Grout shall be prevented from bonding with the flue liner so that the flue liner is free to move with thermal expansion. For chimneys more than 40 inches (1016 mm) wide, two additional No. 4 vertical bars adequately anchored into the concrete foundation shall be provided for each additional flue incorporated into the chimney or for each additional 40 inches (1016 mm) in width or fraction thereof.
SECTION IB-74 Appendix AH, PATIO COVERS, of the California Residential Code, 2019 edition, published and copyrighted by the International Code Council is hereby adopted into Volume IB of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, by reference as further amended herein, into the Glendale Building and safety Code, 2023, and by such reference, is incorporated herein as if fully set forth. 329 of 818
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70 SECTION IB-75. Appendix AH, Section AH105.1 of Volume IB of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
AH105.1 Design loads. Patio covers shall be designed and constructed to sustain, within the stress limits of this code, all dead loads plus a vertical live load of not less than 10 pounds per square foot (0.48 lN/m2) except that snow loads shall be used where such snow loads exceed this minimum. Such covers shall be designed to resist the minimum wind loads set forth in Section R301.2.1. Solar energy systems shall not be installed on patio covers designed by this Section.
SECTION IB-76. Appendix Chapter A1 SEISMIC STRENGTHENING PROVISIONS FOR UNREINFORCED MASONRY BEARING WALL BUILDINGS of the CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE is hereby adopted by reference to apply to residential occupancies and to that extent is incorporated into Volume IB of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023.
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1 VOLUME IC. EXISTING BUILDING STANDARDS
SECTION IC-1. Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2020, is amended as hereinafter provided.
SECTION IC-2. Chapter 1 Division II Section 104.10.2 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
104.10.2 Fire code official concurrence. For those cases which may affect fire or life safety in buildings regulated by the State Fire Marshall, the building official shall obtain the concurrence of the fire code official if related to fire protection systems, egress, fire department access or water supply.
SECTION IC-3. Chapter 1 Division II Section 104.11.3 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
104.11.3 Fire code official concurrence. For those cases which may affect fire or life safety in buildings regulated by the State Fire Marshall, the building official shall obtain the concurrence of the fire code official if related to fire protection systems, egress, fire department access or water supply.
SECTION IC-4. Chapter 1 Division II Section [A] 105.1 of Volume IA of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
[A] 105.1 Permit Required. Any owner or authorized agent who intends to repair, add to, alter, relocate, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or to repair, install, add, alter, remove, convert, or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing systems, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required 331 of 818
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2 permit. Parking lots shall not be paved, improved, striped, or restriped unless a separate permit for each parking lot has first been obtained from the building official.
Exception: A separate permit shall not be required to pave, improve, stripe, or restripe a parking lot when such work is included in the scope of another project for which a building permit has been issued and when the design of such parking lot was included in the plan check review of such project.
SECTION IC-5. Chapter 1 Division II Section [A] 105.3 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read to read as follows:
[A] 105.3 Application for permit. To obtain a permit, the applicant shall first file an application therefor in writing on a form furnished by the Department of Building Safety for that purpose. Such application shall:
1. Identify and describe the work in accordance to Chapter 3 to be covered by the permit for which application is made.
2. Describe the land on which the proposed work is to be done by legal description, street address, or similar description that will readily identify and definitely locate the proposed building or work.
3. Indicate the use and occupancy for which the proposed work is intended.
4. Be accompanied by construction documents and other information as required in Section 106.3.
5. State the valuation of the proposed work.
6. Be signed by the applicant, or the applicant’s authorized agent.
7. Give such other data and information as required by the code building official. 332 of 818
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3 8. Pay plan review and permit fees as required by this Chapter 1 Division II Volume 1A.
SECTION IC-6. Chapter 1 Division II Section [A] 105.3.2 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
[A] 105.3.2 Time limitation of application. An application for a permit for any proposed work shall be deemed to have been abandoned 180 days one-year after the date of filing, unless such application has been pursued in good faith or a permit has been issued; except that the code building official is authorized to grant one or more extensions of time for additional periods not exceeding 90 days 180 days each. The extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated.
SECTION IC-7. Chapter 1 Division II Section 105.3.3 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
105.3.3 Plan review fees. When submittal documents are required by Chapter 1 Division II, Section 105.3, a plan review fee shall be paid at the time of submitting the submittal documents for plan review. The plan review fees specified in this section are separate fees from the permit fees specified in Chapter 1 Division, Section [A] 108.2 and are in addition to the permit fees. When submittal documents are incomplete or changed so as to require additional plan review, or when the project involves deferred submittal items as defined in Chapter 1 Division II, Section [A] 106.3.4, an additional plan review fee shall be charged at a rate specified by resolution.
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4 SECTION IC-8. Chapter 1 Division II Section [A] 105.5 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
[A] 105.5 Expiration. Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work on the site authorized by such permit is commenced within 180 days after its issuance, or if the work authorized on the site by such permit is suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days after the time the work is commenced. Work shall be considered suspended or abandoned if the building official determines that substantial work has not been performed within the time specified above. Substantial work shall be construed to mean:
1. Measurable work such as, but not limited to, the addition of footings, structural members, flooring, wall covering, etc.
2. The work mentioned in subsection 1 of this S ection [A] 105.5 above must constitute 20% of the value of the work for which the permit was issued in any 180 day period for Group R, Division 3 occupancies and 10% for all other occupancies.
Before such work can be recommenced, a new permit shall be first obtained to do so, and the fee therefore shall be one half the amount required for a new permit for such work, provided no changes have been made or will be made in the original plans and specifications for such work, and provided further that such suspension or abandonment has not exceeded one year. In order to renew action on a permit after expiration, the permittee shall pay a new permit fee and may be required to comply with all applicable new regulations at the time of issuance. The building official is authorized to grant, in writing, one or more extensions of time, for periods not more than 180 days each. The extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated. 334 of 818
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5 SECTION IC-9. Chapter 1 Division II Section 105.8 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
105.8 Responsibility of permittee. Building permits shall be presumed by the city to incorporate all of the work that the applicant, the applicant’s agent, employees and/or contractors shall carry out. Said proposed work shall be in accordance with the approved plans and with all requirements of this code and any other laws or regulations applicable thereto. No city approval shall relieve or exonerate any person from the responsibility of complying with the provisions of this code nor shall any vested rights be created for any work performed in violation of this code.
SECTION IC-10. Chapter 1 Division II Section [A] 106.6 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
[A] 106.6 Design professional in responsible charge. It shall be required that all documents submitted for review the building official shall be prepared by a registered design professional, Where it is required that documents be prepared by a registered design professional, the code official shall be authorized to require the owner or the owner’s authorized agent to engage and designate on the building permit application a registered design professional who shall act as the registered design professional in responsible charge. If the circumstances require, the owner or the owner’s authorized agent shall designate a substitute registered design professional in responsible charge who shall perform the duties required of the original registered design professional in responsible charge. The code official shall be notified in writing by the owner or the owner’s authorized agent if the registered design professional in responsible charge is changed or is unable to continue to perform the duties. The registered design 335 of 818
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6 professional in responsible charge shall be responsible for reviewing and coordinating submittal documents prepared by others, including phased and deferred submittal items, for compatibility with the design of the building. Where structural observation is required, the inspection program shall name the individual or firms who are to perform structural observation and described the stages of construction at which structural observation is to occur.
Exception: The building official may waive the requirements for a registered design professional when, after reviewing the submitted plans it is determined that the work is minor in nature.
SECTION IC-11. Chapter 1 Division II Section [A] 108.4 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
[A] 108.4 Work commencing before permit issuance. Any person who commences any work before obtaining the necessary permits shall be subject to an additional fee established by the code official that shall be in addition to the required permit fees. in addition to the normally established permit fee, equal to 100% of such normally established permit fee, or as otherwise determined by the building official.
SECTION IC-12. Chapter 1 Division II Section [A] 109.3.5 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
[A] 109.3.5 Lath and gypsum board inspection. Lath and gypsum board inspections shall be made after lathing and gypsum board, interior and exterior, is in place, but before any plastering is applied or gypsum board joints and fasteners are taped and finished.
Exception: Gypsum board that is not part of a fire-resistance-rated assembly, a or a shear assembly or a sound transmission control assembly. 336 of 818
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7 SECTION IC-13. Chapter 1 Division II Section 109.3.8.1 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
109.3.8.1 Structural observation. For structural observation, see Section 1704 of Volume IA of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2020.
SECTION IC-14. Chapter 1 Division II Section 109.7 of Volume IA of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
109.7 Reinspections. A reinspection fee may be assessed for each inspection or re- inspection when such portion of work for which inspection is called is not complete or when corrections called for are not made.
This section shall not be interpreted as requiring reinspection fees the first time a job is rejected for failure to comply with the requirements of this code, but as controlling the practice of calling for inspections before the job is ready for such inspection or reinspection.
Reinspection fees may be assessed when the approved plans and inspection card are not readily available to the inspector, for failure to provide access on the date for which inspection is requested, or deviation from plans requiring the approval of the Building Official.
To obtain a reinspection, the applicant shall pay the re-inspection fee in accordance with a fee schedule adopted by this jurisdiction.
In instances where reinspection fees have been assessed, no additional inspection of the work will be performed until the required fees have been paid.
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8 SECTION IC-15. Chapter 1 Division II Section R112 and all subsections thereof of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION R112
BUILDING AND FIRE BOARD MEANS OF APPEALS
R112.1 General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the building code official or the fire code official relative to the application and interpretation of this code, there shall be and is hereby created a joint building and fire board of appeals in accordance with Section 113 of Volume IA of this Code (hereinafter referred to as the “board”). The board of appeals shall be appointed by the governing authority and shall hold office at its pleasure. The board shall adopt rules of procedure for conducting its business and shall render all decisions and findings in writing to the appellant with a duplicate copy to the code official.
SECTION IC-16. Chapter 1 Division II Section [A] 113.1 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
[A] 113.1 Unlawful acts. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to repair, alter, extend, add, move, remove, demolish, or change the occupancy of any building or equipment regulated by this code or cause same to be done in conflict with or in violation of any of the provisions of this code. Maintenance of a building or structure which was unlawful at the time it was constructed and which would be unlawful under this Code if constructed after the effective date of such Code, shall constitute a continuing violation of such Code.
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9 SECTION IC-17. Chapter 1 Division II Section [A] 113.4 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
[A] 113.4 Violation penalties. Any person who violates a provision of this code or fails to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who repairs or alters or changes the occupancy of a building or structure in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the code building official or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code shall be subject to penalties as prescribed by law deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be punishable by a fine of not more than $1,000.00 or by imprisonment for a term of not more than 6 months, or by both such fine and imprisonment. Such penalty and imprisonment shall not preclude the imposition of any other administrative or judicial civil or criminal remedies under state, federal or local laws.
SECTION IC-18. Chapter 1 Division II Section [A] 114.1 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
[A] 114.1 Authority. Where the code building official finds any work regulated by this code being performed in a manner either contrary to the provisions of this code or other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction or dangerous or unsafe, the code building official is authorized to issue a stop work order.
SECTION IC-19. Chapter 1 Division II Section [A] 114.3 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
[A] 114.3 Unlawful continuance. Any person who shall continue any work after having been served with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed to 339 of 818
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10 perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be subject to penalties as prescribed by law guilty of a misdemeanor.
SECTION IC-20. Chapter 1 Division II Section 115.6 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
115.6 Non-Compliance. Upon failure to comply with the order within the time specified herein, and if no appeal has been properly and timely filed, the building official shall file in the office of the County Recorder a certificate describing the property and certifying (i) that the building is an unsafe building and (ii) that the owner has been notified.
Whenever the corrections ordered shall thereafter have been completed or the building demolished so that it no longer exists as an unsafe building on the property described in the certificate, the building official shall file a new certificate with the County Recorder certifying that the building has been demolished or all required corrections have been made so that the building is no longer unsafe, whichever is appropriate.
SECTION IC-21. Chapter 1 Division II Section 115.7 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
115.7 Vacated Buildings. Any unsafe building ordered vacated in accordance with this section shall not be reoccupied until the unsafe conditions have been eliminated. Each such vacated building shall be locked and otherwise secured against entry and the building official shall post thereon a placard stating: “DO NOT ENTER, UNSAFE TO OCCUPY, CITY OF GLENDALE.” Such notice shall remain posted until the required repairs, demolition or removal are completed. Such notice shall not be removed without written permission of the building official and no person shall enter the building except for the purpose of making the required repairs or of demolishing the building. 340 of 818
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11 SECTION IC-22. Chapter 1 Division II Section 118 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
SECTION 118
CONSTRUCTION TOILET FACILITIES
118 Temporary Construction Toilets. Toilet Facilities Required. No person shall commence or proceed with the erection, construction, alteration, repair, raising, adding to, removal, or demolition of any building or structure unless adequate, suitable, sanitary toilet facilities under the control of such person are provided for the use of any person employed or working upon such building or structure. Such toilet facilities shall be located upon or within a reasonable distance of the lot, premises, or site upon which such work is being done. In no case shall the line of travel to any facility exceed five hundred feet (500’) (153 M). Toilets may not be placed on the public way. 118.1 Toilet Standards. Every toilet shall be of water flush type and shall be connected to a public sewer or private sewage disposal system built in accordance with the provisions of the Plumbing Code. All toilet structures shall be self- closing; the toilet floor shall be smooth, and screened ventilation shall be provided for the toilet compartment. Where workmen are employed during night hours, the toilet building shall be provided with artificial light. In lieu of flush water closets approved chemical toilets may be provided. Toilets may not be located within 10’ (3054 mm) of a property line.
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12 SECTION IC-23. Chapter 1 Division II Section 119 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
SECTION 119
ON SITE CONSTRUCTION TRASH AND DEBRIS CONTROL
119 On Site Construction Trash and Debris Control Facilities Required.
No person shall commence or proceed with erection, construction, alteration, repair, raising, adding to, removal, or demolition of any building or structure unless adequate, suitable on site trash and debris control facilities under the control of such person are provided for the use of any person employed or working upon such building or structure.
On site trash and debris control shall consist of at least a roll off 523 ft³ (15m³) bin. The container shall be emptied often enough so that no storage of trash is outside the bin. The bin shall be removed from the site after the building has passed final inspection or within thirty (30) days of the expiration of the building permit.
Exception: Additions, less than 900 ft ² (84m²), and alterations to Group R, Division 3 occupancies and Group U occupancies need not provide a roll off bin but must store trash and debris in the rear yard in quantities less than 10 ft (3m) wide by 10 ft (3m) long by 4 ft (1.2m) high. All trash and debris whether or not in containers shall be kept 3 ft (912mm) from adjacent property lines. 342 of 818
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13 SECTION IC-24. Chapter 1 Division II Section 120 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
SECTION 120
DISASTER REPAIR AND RECONSTRUCTION
120.1 Intent. This section establishes standards and regulations for the expeditious repair and reconstruction of structures damaged as a result of a disaster for which a local emergency has been declared by the City Council. This section does not allow exemptions from the Building, Fire, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, other Codes, or standards.
120.2 Applications of Provisions.
120.2.1 The provisions of this section are applicable following each disaster when a local emergency has been declared by the City Council to all buildings and structures of all occupancies regulated by the City of Glendale. The Council may extend the provisions as necessary.
120.2.2 When approved by the building official, the requirements of this section may be waived in favor of repair recommendations included in an engineering evaluation as defined in Section 120.3.
120.3 Definitions. For the purpose of this section 120, the following definitions apply:
120.3.1 “Architect” means an individual licensed by the State of California to practice architecture as defined in the State of California Business and Professions Code.
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14 120.3.2 “Civil Engineer” means an individual registered by the State of California to civil engineering architecture as defined in the State of California Business and Professions Code.
120.3.3 “Current Code” means the edition of the California Building Code, published by the International Conference of Building Officials, as adopted by the City of Glendale as the Glendale Building and Safety Code, as amended. The edition of said Glendale Building and Safety Code to be applied shall be that edition in effect at the time of the declaration of a local emergency by the City Council.
120.3.4 “Engineering Evaluation” means an evaluation of a damaged building or structure, or suspected damaged building or structure, performed under the direction of a structural engineer, civil engineer, or architect retained by the owner of the building or structure. Engineering evaluations shall, at a minimum, contain recommendations for repair with appropriate opinion of construction cost for those repairs.
120.3.5 “Replacement Value” means the dollar value, as determined by the new building official, of replacing the damaged structure with a new structure of the same size, construction material and occupancy on the same site. 120.3.6 “Structural Engineer” means an individual registered by the State of California to practice structural engineering and to use the title structural engineer as defined in the State of California Business and Professions Code. 120.3.7 “Value of Repair” means the dollar value, as determined by the building official, of making the necessary repairs to the damaged building. 344 of 818
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15 120.4 Repair Criteria.
120.4.1 Abatement of Dangerous Buildings shall be in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 1 Division II, Section 116.
120.4.2 Building and structures of all occupancies which have been damaged as a result of a disaster, except as otherwise noted, shall be repaired in accordance with the following criteria:
1. When the estimated value of repair does not exceed ten percent (10%) of the replacement value of the structure, the damaged portion(s) may be restored to their pre-disaster condition.
Exception: When the damaged elements include suspended ceiling systems, the ceiling system shall be repaired and all bracing required by current code shall be installed.
2. W hen the estimated value of repair is greater than ten percent (10%) but less than fifty percent (50%) of the replacement value of the structure, the damaged elements, as well as all critical ties, supported elements and supporting elements associated with the damaged elements, shall be repaired and/or brought into conformance with the structural requirements of the current Code.
3. When the estimated value of repair is fifty percent (50%) or more of the replacement value of the structure, the entire structure shall be brought into conformance with the structural requirements of the current Code. 345 of 818
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16 4. In Group R, Division 3 occupancies, the repair value of damaged chimneys shall be excluded from the computation of percentage of replacement value. Damaged chimneys shall be repaired in accordance with Chapter 1Division II, Section 120.5.
120.5 Repair Criteria for Chimneys.
120.5.1 All damaged chimneys must be repaired or reconstructed to comply with the requirements of Section 2113 of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2020. Damaged portions of chimneys shall be removed in accordance with the following criteria:
1. When the damaged portion of the chimney is located between the roof line and the top of the chimney, the damaged portion shall be removed to the roof line provided the roof and ceiling anchorage are in sound condition.
2. For a single-story structure in which the damaged portion of the chimney is below the roof line or the damaged portion extends from above the roof line to below the roof line, the chimney shall be removed to the top of the fire box.
3. For a multi-story structure, the damaged portion of the chimney shall be removed from the top to a floor line where sound anchorage is found.
4. In any structure where the firebox has been damaged, the entire chimney and firebox shall be removed to the foundation. If this foundation is in sound condition, the firebox and chimney may be reconstructed using the existing foundation. If the foundation has been damaged, the foundation shall be removed and replaced.
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17 120.5.2 Where existing conditions preclude the installation of all anchorage required by Section 2113 of the current Code, alternate systems may be used in accordance with the alternate methods and materials provisions of the current Code when approved by the building official. Such alternate systems shall be designed and detailed by a structural engineer, civil engineer, or architect. 120.6 Repair Criteria for Unreinforced Masonry Buildings and Structures. 120.6.1 All buildings as described in Appendix A Chapter A1, Section A102.1 of the California Existing Building Code of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code that are damaged shall be repaired and strengthened in accordance with provisions of Chapter 1 Division II, Section 120.4. 120.6.2 Unreinforced masonry buildings damaged less than 50% shall be repaired in accordance with California Existing Building Code, Appendix Chapter A1, Seismic Strengthening Provisions for Unreinforced Masonry Bearing Wall Buildings of Volume IA of this Code.
SECTION IC-25. Chapter 1 Division II Section 121 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
SECTION 121
SANDBLASTING
121.1. Sandblasting: Definition. As used in this article, unless the context expressly indicates otherwise, "sandblasting" shall mean the use of air, steam or water containing sand to clean, grind, or cut hard surfaces.
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18 121.2. Dry Sandblasting. Dry sandblasting is prohibited unless authorized by special permission from the building official endorsed upon a permit. Permission for dry sandblasting may be granted only when it is not possible to employ wet sandblasting. When dry sandblasting is permitted, the building official may impose such reasonable and related conditions as he or she may deem necessary for the protection of the public and the adjacent property.
121.3. Use of Canvas. Sandblasting operations shall, at all times, be separated from all adjacent property by canvas or other suitable barrier to prevent the splashing or blowing of water and/or sand thereupon.
121.4. Stoppage of Work. The building official may order the immediate stoppage of sandblasting for failure to comply with any provision of this chapter. Failure of any person to comply immediately with such order shall constitute a misdemeanor.
SECTION IC-26. Section 502.1 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
502.1 General. [BSC & HCD] Additions to any building or structure shall comply with the requirements of the California Building Code or California Residential Code, as applicable, for new construction. Alterations to the existing building or structure shall be made to ensure that the existing building or structure together with the addition are not less complying to the provisions of the California Building Code than the existing building or structure was prior to the addition. An existing building together with its additions shall comply with the height and area provisions of Chapter 5 of the California Building Code or the height provisions of Chapter 3 of the California Residential Code, as applicable. Whenever alterations exceed fifty percent (50%) of the replacement value, 348 of 818
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19 as determined by the Building Official, the Building Official may require that all portions of the building be brought up to the standards of the current California Building Code or California Residential Code.
Exception: [BSC] For state-owned buildings, including those owned by the University of California and the California State University and the Judicial Council, the requirements of Section 502.5 are replaced by the requirements of Section 317 through 322.
SECTION IC-27. Section 503.1 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
503.1 General. Alteration to any building or structure shall comply with the requirements of the California Building Code or California Residential Code, as applicable, for new construction. Alterations shall be such that the existing building or structure is no less conforming to the provisions of the California Building Code or California Residential Code, as applicable, than the existing building or structure was prior to the alteration.
Whenever alterations exceed fifty percent (50%) of the replacement value, as determined by the Building Official, the Building Official may require that all portions of the building be brought up to the standards of the current California Building Code or California Residential Code.
Exceptions:
1. An existing stairway shall not be required to comply with the requirements of Section 1011 of the California Building Code where the existing space and construction does not allow a reduction in pitch or slope.
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20 2. Handrails otherwise required to comply with Section 1011.11 of the California Building Code shall not be required to comply with the requirements of Section 1014.6 of the California Building Code regarding full extension of the handrails where such extensions would be hazardous due to plan configuration.
3. Where provided in below-grade transportation stations, existing and new escalators shall have a clear width of less than 32 inches (818mm).
4. [BCS] For state-owned buildings, including those owned by the University of California and the California State University and the judicial council, the requirements of Section 503.4 are replaced by the requirements of Section 317 through 322.
SECTION IC-28. Section 505.1 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
505.1 Replacement glass and windows. The installation or replacement of glass or windows shall be required for new installations. and shall comply with the provisions as specified within Chapter 7A of the California Building Code.
SECTION IC-29. Section 1501.6.1 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
[BS] 1501.6.1 Walkways. A walkway shall be provided for pedestrian travel in front of every construction and demolition site unless the applicable governing authority authorizes the sidewalk to be fenced or closed. A walkway shall be provided for pedestrian travel that leads from a building entrance or exit of an occupied structure to a 350 of 818
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21 public way. Walkways shall be of sufficient width to accommodate the pedestrian traffic, but shall not be less than 4 5 feet (1219 1524 mm) in width. Walkways shall be provided with a durable walking surface and shall be accessible in accordance with Chapter 11A or 11B of the California Building Code, as applicable. Walkways shall be designed to support all imposed loads and design live load be less than 150 pounds per square foot (psf) (7.2 kN/m²).
SECTION IC-30. Section 1501.6.7.1 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
1501.6.7.1 Shoring. The sidewalk and street shall be protected from caving and settlement by shoring conforming to the safety orders issued by the Division of Occupational Safety and Health, Department of Industrial Relations.
SECTION IC-31. Section 1501.8 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
1501.8. Protection of sidewalk excavations. Permits must be secured from the director of public works in accordance with the provisions of the Glendale Municipal Code for making an excavation within a public street, sidewalk, parkway or public property.
When any portion of a public sidewalk is to be excavated, the holder of the permit shall construct a substantial temporary walkway not less than five (5) feet (1524 mm) in width for pedestrian travel over the areas to be excavated or around the same.
SECTION IC-32. Section 1501.9 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
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22 at each end and at all necessary places along any such excavations or obstructions to prevent accidents and no such person shall fail or neglect to display and maintain amber lights from sunset to sunrise at each end and at all necessary places along any such excavation or obstructions run across or substantially across any sidewalk, street, alley, or roadway, such amber lights at such places shall be placed not more than five (5) feet (1524 mm)apart. If, in any case, the director of public works shall designate any particular locations for barriers or require additional light, such barriers or lights shall be placed and maintained at those locations designated. If any permittee fails to perform the duties herein before defined, the director of public works may cause the same to be performed, at the expense of the permittee, or if a deposit has been made pursuant to the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, then the expense of such performance may be deducted there from to the extent said deposit is sufficient, and if insufficient, then the remaining amount may be charged against the permittee.
SECTION IC-33. Section 1503.4 of Volume IC of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
1503.4 Street Use Permits
1503.4.1 Permits generally. No person shall use or occupy or obstruct any portion of any sidewalk, street, alley or roadway for storing materials for building purposes, for mixing concrete or mortar, or for any purpose incidental thereto, or for the construction of walkways, fences or canopies in accordance with the provisions of this code, unless a street use permit has been first obtained from the director of public works to do so, and at least one-half of the width of the sidewalk , or a width to be designated by the director of 352 of 818
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23 public works of the street, alley or roadway is at all times kept free and clear of all obstructions.
1503.4.2 Street use permit to be posted. The street use permit required by this Section 3308.3 shall at all times during such use, occupancy or obstruction, be conspicuously posted on or near the sidewalk, street, alley or roadway used, occupied or obstructed. 1503.4.3 Term of permit; removal of obstructions. Any permit required by this Section 3308.3 shall be granted for not longer than sixty (60) days. Upon completion of the work, all such obstructions shall be removed, all damages caused thereby repaired and the street and sidewalk restored to their original condition to the satisfaction of the director of public works. If any permittee fails or neglects to so remove, repair and restore within three (3) days after being notified by the director of public works in person or by letter, the director of public works may cause such removal, repairs and restoration to be done at the expense of the permittee.
1503.4.4 Application for street use permits. All applications for street use permits required by this Section 3308.3 shall be in writing and made to the building and safety section and shall be in writing and shall be accompanied by a fee for services provided hereunder which shall be established or modified by resolution of the City Council. The schedule for such fees shall remain on file and be available in the office of the traffic and transportation administrator.
SECTION IC-34. Section 1503.5 of Volume IA of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
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24 works under a street use permit issued under Section 1503.4 of this Code, shall be done in a mechanical mixer or in a tight box in such a manner as to prevent dripping or splashing on public property.
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1 VOLUME II. PLUMBING STANDARDS
SECTION II-1. Volume II of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is amended as hereinafter provided.
SECTION II-2. Chapter 1 Division II Section 104.3.2 of Volume II of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is amended to read as follows:
104.3.2 Plan Review Fees. Where a plan or other data is required to be submitted by Section 104.3.1, a plan review fee shall be paid at the time of submitting plans and specifications for review.
The plan review fees for plumbing work shall be determined and adopted at a rate specified by this jurisdiction resolution of the City Council.
The plan review fees specified in this subsection are separate fees from the permit fees specified in Section 104.5.
Where plans are incomplete or changed so as to require additional review, an additional fee shall be charged at the rate shown in Table 104.5 at a rate specified by resolution.
SECTION II-3. Chapter 1 Division II Section 104.5 of Volume II of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is amended to read as follows:
104.5 Fees. Fees for permits, investigation, and other fees for services shall be assessed in accordance with the provisions of this section and as set forth in the fee schedule Table 104.5. The fees are to be determined and adopted by this jurisdiction. established or modified by resolution of the City Council. The schedule for such fees shall remain on file and be available in the office of the building official. The building official shall review the fees charged for such services at least once annually and shall, with the 355 of 818
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2 approval of the City Manager, recommend changes to the Council when the costs for such services make it appropriate.
SECTION II-4. Chapter 1 Division II Section 105.2.6 of Volume II of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
105.2.6 Reinspections. A reinspection fee may shall be permitted to be assessed for each inspection or re-inspection when where such portion of work for which inspection is called is not complete or when required corrections called for are have not been made.
This section provision shall not be interpreted as requiring reinspection fees the first time a job is rejected for failure to comply be in accordance with the requirements of this code, but as controlling the practice of calling for inspections before the job is ready for such inspection or reinspection.
Reinspection fees ma y shall be permitted to be assessed when where the approved plans and inspection card are not readily available to the inspector, for failure to provide access on the date for which inspection is requested, or deviation for deviating from plans requiring the approval of the Authority Having Jurisdiction Building Official.
To obtain a reinspection, the applicant shall file an application therefore in writing upon a form furnished for that purpose and pay the re-inspection fee in accordance with a fee schedule adopted by this jurisdiction Table 104.5.
In instances where reinspection fees have been assessed, no additional inspection of the work will be performed until the required fees have been paid. 356 of 818
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3 Section II-5. Chapter 1 Division II Section 107.0 of Volume II of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023 is amended to read as follows:
107.0 Building and Fire Board of Appeals.
107.1 General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions, or determinations made by the Authority Having Jurisdiction relative to the application and interpretations of this code, there shall be and is hereby created a Board of Appeals consisting of members who are qualified by experience and training to pass upon matters pertaining to plumbing design, construction, and maintenance and the public health aspects of plumbing systems and who are not employees of the jurisdiction. The Authority Having Jurisdiction shall be an ex-officio member and shall act as secretary to said board but shall have no vote on any matter before the board. The Board of Appeals shall be appointed by the governing body and shall hold office at its pleasure. The board shall adopt rules of procedure for conducting its business, and shall render all decisions and findings in writing to the appellant with a duplicate copy to the Authority Having Jurisdiction . the building official or the fire code official relative to the application and interpretations of this code, there shall be and is hereby created a joint Building and Fire Board of Appeals in accordance with Chapter 1 Division II Section 113 of Volume IA of this Code.
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4 SECTION II-6. Section 815 of Volume II of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
815. Water Softener Using Dry Wells for Discharge. Water softener systems using dry wells for the discharge of effluents are prohibited.
Exception: Systems with regeneration cycles discharging quantities of total dissolved solids that do not exceed those stipulated in the water quality objectives set by the Regional Water Quality Control Board when approved by the building official.
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1 VOLUME III. MECHANICAL STANDARDS
SECTION III-1. Volume III of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is amended as hereinafter provided.
SECTION III-2. Chapter 1 Division II Section 104.3.2 of Volume III of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2020, is amended to read as follows:
104.3.2. Plan Review Fees. Where a plan or other data is required to be submitted in accordance with Section 104.3.1, a plan review fee shall be paid at the time of submitting construction documents for review.
The plan review fees for mechanical system work shall be determined and adopted by this jurisdiction. charged at a rate specified by resolution of the City Council.
The plan review fees specified in this subsection are separate fees from the permit fees specified in Section 104.5.
Where plans are incomplete or changed so as to require additional plan review, an ad
ditional plan review fee shall be charged at the rate shown in Table 14.5. a rate specified by resolution of the City Council.
SECTION III-3. Chapter 1 Division II Section 104.5 of Volume III of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
104.5 Fees. Fees shall be assessed in accordance with the provisions of this section and set forth in the fee schedule, Table 104.5. The fees are to be determined and adopted by this jurisdiction. Fee for permits, investigation and other fees for services shall be established or modified by resolution of the City Council. The schedule for such fees shall remain on file and be available in the office of the building official. The building official shall review the fees at least once annually and shall, with the approval 359 of 818
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2 of the City Manager, recommend changes to the council when the costs for such services make it appropriate.
SECTION III-4. Chapter 1 Division II Section 105.2.6 of Volume III of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
105.2.6 Reinspections. A reinspection fee may shall be permitted to be assessed for each inspection or re-inspection when where such portion of work for which inspection is called is not complete or when required corrections called for are have not been made.
This section provision shall not be interpreted as requiring reinspection fees the first time a job is rejected for failure to comply be in accordance with the requirements of this code, but as controlling the practice of calling for inspections before the job is ready for such inspection or reinspection.
Reinspection fees ma y shall be permitted to be assessed when where the approved plans and inspection card are not readily available to the inspector, for failure to provide access on the date for which inspection is requested, or deviation for deviating from plans requiring the approval of the Authority Having Jurisdiction Building Official.
To obtain a reinspection, the applicant shall file an application therefore in writing upon a form furnished for that purpose and pay the re-inspection fee in accordance with a fee schedule adopted by this jurisdiction Table 104.5.
In instances where reinspection fees have been assessed, no additional inspection of the work will be performed until the required fees have been paid. 360 of 818
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3 SECTION III-5. Chapter 1 Division II Section 107.0 of Volume III of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
107.0 Building and Fire Board of Appeals.
107.1. General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the Authority Having Jurisdiction relative to the application and interpretations of this code, there shall be and is hereby created a Board of Appeals consisting of members who are qualified by experience and training to pass upon matters pertaining to mechanical system design, construction, and maintenance and the public health aspects of mechanical systems and who are not employees of the jurisdiction. The Authority Having Jurisdiction shall be an ex-officio member and shall act as secretary to said board but shall have no vote upon a matter before the board. The Board of Appeals shall be appointed by the governing body and shall hold office at its pleasure. The board shall adopt rules of procedure for conducting its business and shall render decisions and findings in writing to the appellant with a duplicate copy to the Authority Having Jurisdiction the building official or the fire code official relative to the application and interpretations of this code, there shall be and is hereby created a joint Building and Fire Board of Appeals in accordance with Chapter 1 Division II Section 113 of Volume IA of this Code.
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1 VOLUME IV. ELECTRICAL STANDARDS
SECTION IV-1. Volume IV of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is amended as hereinafter provided.
SECTION IV-2. Section 90.10 of Volume IV of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
90.10 Materials and equipment. All electrical materials, devices, appliances and equipment shall be in conformity with provisions of this Code, and shall be in conformity with approved standards for safety to life and property. Listing, labeling or marking, as conforming to the standards of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., the American National Standard Institute, Inc., the United States Bureau of Mines, or any nationally recognized testing organization approved by the building official, shall be prima facie evidence of conformity with approved standards for safety to life and property. (A) Alternate materials and methods of construction. The provisions of this Code are not intended to prevent the use of any material or method of construction not specifically prescribed by this Code, provided any such alternate has been approved as hereinafter provided.
(B) The building official may approve any such alternate provided the building official finds that the material, method, or work offered is for the purpose intended at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this code in quality, strength, effectiveness, durability and safety.
(C) The building official shall require that sufficient evidence be submitted to substantiate any claims that may be made regarding its quality, strength, effectiveness, durability and safety.
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2 SECTION IV-3. Section 90.11 of Volume IV of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023 is hereby added to read as follows:
90.11 Revocation of approval for use. Any approval granted by the building official may be revoked if the electrical materials, devices, or appliances are found to be hazardous to life and property for the purpose used or intended or do not conform with the standards under which said materials, devices, or appliances were approved for use.
SECTION IV-4. Section 90.12 of Volume IV of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023 is added to read as follows:
90.12 Building and Fire Board of Appeals. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions and determinations made by the building official relative to the application and interpretation of this code, there shall be and is hereby created a joint Building and Fire Board of Appeals in accordance with Chapter 1 Division II, Section 113 of Volume IA of this code.
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3 SECTION IV-5. Article 91 of Volume IV of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2020 is added to read as follows:
ARTICLE 91
ENFORCEMENT
91.1. Enforcement.
The provisions of this Section 91.1 shall be as contained in Volume IA of this Code.
91.2. Unsafe Electrical Wiring.
(A) Public Nuisance. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this Code, all electrical service to any electric wiring devices, appliances, or equipment which is found to be dangerous to life or property because they are defective or improperly installed or used is, for the purpose of this section, unsafe electrical wiring. All such unsafe electrical wiring is hereby declared to be a public nuisance and shall be abated by replacement, repair, or removal in accordance with the procedure specified in subsection (B). (B) Notice and Order. The building official shall first give a notice and order directed to the owner of record of the building or premises. The notice and order shall be as contained in Chapter 1 Division II Section 116.3 of Volume IA of this Code.
(C) Manner of Giving Notice. The notices required by Section 91.2(B) shall be given in the manner described in Chapter 1 Division Section 116.4 of Volume IA of this Code.
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4 the authority to cut or disconnect any wire in cases of emergency for safety to life or property or where such wire may interfere with the work of the fire department. The building official is hereby authorized to disconnect or order discontinuance of electrical service to any electric wiring devices, appliances or equipment upon expiration of the time fixed by the order of the building official pursuant to subsection (B) of this Section 91.2, when such wiring, device, appliances or equipment is maintained or used in violation of that order.
91.3. Violations and Penalties. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this Code, no person shall install, alter, use or maintain any wiring, devices, appliances or equipment in violation of any of the provisions of this Code. Maintenance of electric wiring, devices, appliances or equipment which was unlawful at the time altered or installed, and which would be unlawful under this Code if altered or installed after the effective date of this Code shall constitute a continuing violation. Penalties for violating any of the provisions of this Code shall be contained in Chapter 1 Division II Section 114.4 of Volume IA of this Code.
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5 SECTION IV-6. Article 92 of Volume IV of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
ARTICLE 92
PERMITS AND FEES
92.1. Installation Permit – Required. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this Code, no electric wiring devices, appliances or equipment shall be installed within or on any building, structure or premises nor shall any alteration or addition be made in any such existing wiring, devices, appliances or equipment without first securing a permit therefor from the building official except that no permit shall be required in the following cases:
(a) The replacement of lamps or the connection of a portable appliance to suitable receptacles which have been permanently installed.
(b) The installation, alteration or repair of wiring, devices, appliances or equipment for the operation of signals or the transmission of intelligence, where such wiring, devices, appliances or equipment operates at a voltage not exceeding twenty-five volts between conductors, except as otherwise required in this Code.
(c) The installation, alteration or repair of electric wiring, devices, appliances and equipment installed by or for a public service corporation, including the Water and Power division of the City, for the use of such a corporation in the generation, transmission, distribution or metering of electrical energy or for the use of such a corporation in the operation of signals or the transmission of intelligence.
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6 (d) The installation of temporary wiring for testing electrical apparatus or equipment.
(e) Electric wiring expressly declared to be exempt from the provisions of this article by any other provisions hereof.
(f) Installation of any portable motor or other portable appliance energized by means of a cord or cable having an attached block end where such cord or cable is permitted by other provisions of this Code.
(g) Repair of any fixed motor or other appliance, or replacement of the same by another motor or appliance of the same rating and in the same location. (h) Christmas tree or similar tree lighting.
(i) Repair or replacement of current-carrying parts of any switch, contractor or control device.
(j) Repair of any over current device or lamp holder, or replacement of the same by another over current device or lamp holder of the same rating and in the same location.
(k) Repair or replacement of electrodes of transformers for signs or marquees. (l) Repair or replacement of cords or cables or cord pendants allowed by other provisions of this Code.
(m) Taping of joints.
(n) Removal of electric wiring.
(o) Any similar minor repair or replacement determined by the building official not to involve any hazard to life or property.
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7 The foregoing exemptions from permit requirements shall not be deemed to permit or allow any electric wiring to be done in a manner contrary to other provisions of this Article.
92.2. Application. The provisions of this Section 92.2 shall be as provided in Volume IA of this Code.
92.3. Approval of Deviations. The provisions of this Section 92.3 shall be as provided in Volume IA of this Code.
92.4. Expiration of Permits. The provisions of this Section 92.4 shall be as provided in Volume IA of this Code.
92.5. Fees. The provisions of this Section 92.5 shall be as provided in Volume IA of this Code.
92.6. Used Materials. Previously used materials shall not be reused in any work without written approval obtained in advance from the building official.
92.7. Inspection of Installation - Notice to be Given: Time of Inspection. The provisions of this Section 92.7 shall be as provided in Volume IA of this Code.
92.8. Approval - Generally. The provisions of this Section 92.8 shall be as provided in Volume IA of this Code.
92.9. For Temporary Use. When the building official authorizes the connection and use of temporary wiring, such permission shall be issued to expire at a time to be stated therein and shall be revocable by the building official if he or she finds that the connection and use of the temporary work is dangerous to life or property or that the work is defective or defectively installed.
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8 92.10. For Parts of Incomplete Installation. Preliminary approval may be granted authorizing the connection and use of certain specified portions of an incomplete installation. Such authorization shall be revocable by the building official if he or she finds that the connection and use of the portion of the incomplete installation are dangerous to life or property or that the portions previously authorized for use are defective or defectively installed.
92.11. Wiring to be Hidden from View. When any part of a wiring installation is to be hidden from view by the permanent placement of parts of the building the person installing the wiring shall notify the building official and such parts of the wiring installations shall not be concealed until they have been inspected and approved by the building official provided that on large installations where the concealment of parts of the wiring proceeds continuously the person installing the wiring shall cause inspections to be made periodically during the progress of the work. The building official shall have the power to remove or require the removal of any obstruction that prevents proper inspection of any electrical equipment.
92.12. Connection of Installation to Power Source Generally - Necessity to meet Requirements. Except where work is done under a maintenance electrician’s permit, no person shall make connection from a source of electrical energy or supply electric service to any electric wiring devices, appliances, or equipment for the installation of which a permit is required unless such person shall have obtained satisfactory evidence that such wiring devices, appliances or equipment is in all respects in conformity with all applicable legal provisions.
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9 92.13. Disconnection and Reconnection to Power Source. No person shall make connections from a source of electrical energy or supply electrical service to any electric wiring devices, appliances or equipment which has been disconnected or ordered to be disconnected by the building official or the use of which has been ordered by the building official to be discontinued until an approval has been obtained from the building official authorizing the reconnection and use of such wiring devices, appliances or equipment.
The building official shall notify the serving utility of such order to discontinue use.
SECTION IV-7. Section 690.86 of Volume IV of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
690.86. Solar photovoltaic panels/modules. Solar photovoltaic panels/modules shall comply with the requirements of this code, Volume IA and Volume IB of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023.
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1 VOLUME V. HOUSING STANDARDS
SECTION V-1. Volume V of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is amended as hereinafter provided.
SECTION V-2. Section 203 of Volume V of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION 203
HOUSING ADVISORY AND APPEALS BOARD
BUILDING AND FIRE BOARD OF APPEALS
203.1. General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the building official relative to the application and interpretations of this Code, there shall be and is hereby created a housing advisory and appeals board consisting of members who are qualified by experience and training to pass upon matters pertaining to building construction and who are not employees of the jurisdiction. The building official shall be an ex officio member and shall act as secretary to said board but shall have no vote upon any matter before the board. The housing advisory and appeals board shall be appointed by the governing body and shall hold office at its pleasure. The board shall adopt rules of procedure for conducting its business and shall render all decisions and finding in writing to the appellant with a duplicate copy to the building official. Appeals to the board shall be processed in accordance with the provisions contained in Section 1201 of this Code. Copies of all riles of procedure adopted by the board shall be delivered to the building official, who shall make them accessible to the public joint Building and Fire Board of Appeals in accordance with Chapter 1 Division II Section 113 of Volume IA of this Code (hereinafter referred to as the “board”). 372 of 818
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2 203.2. Limitations of Authority. The housing advisory and appeals board shall have no authority relative to interpretation of the administrative provisions of this code and the board shall not be empowered to waive requirements of this code.
SECTION V-3. Section 1101.2 of Volume V of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
1101.2. Notice and Order. The building official shall issue a notice and order directed to the record owner of the building. The notice and order shall contain the following:
1. The street address and a legal description sufficient for identification of the premises upon which the building is located.
2. A statement that the building official has found the building to be substandard unsafe, with a brief and concise description of the conditions found to render the building dangerous under the provisions of Section 202 of this code unsafe.
3. A statement of the action required to be taken as determined by the building official.
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3 within a certain time from the date of the order as determined by the building official to be reasonable.
3.3. If the building official has determined that the building or structure must be demolished, the order shall require that the building be vacated within such time as the building official shall determine reasonable (not to exceed 60 days from the date of the order), that all required permits be secured therefore within 60 days from the date of the order and that the demolition be completed within such time as the building official shall determine is reasonable.
4. Statements advising that if any required repair or demolition work (without vacation also being required) is not commenced within the time specified, the building official (i) will order the building vacated and posted to prevent further occupancy until the work is completed and (ii) may proceed to cause the work to be done and charge the costs thereof against the property or its owner.
5. Statements advising (i) that any person having any record title or legal interest in the building may appeal from the notice and order or any action of the building official to the housing advisory and appeals board Building and Fire Board of Appeals, provided the appeal is made in writing as provided in this Code, and filed with the building official within 30 days from the date of service of such notice and order, and (ii) that failure to appeal will constitute a waiver of all right to an administrative hearing and determination of the matter. 374 of 818
VOLUME VI. FIRE STANDARDS
SECTION VI-1. Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is amended as hereinafter provided.
SECTION VI-2. Chapter 1, Division II, Scope and Administration, of the International Fire Code, 2021 edition published and copyrighted by the International Code Council with amendments of the 2022 California Fire Code is hereby adopted by reference into Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, and by such reference, is incorporated herein as if fully set forth.
SECTION VI-3. Section 103.1 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
103.1 Creation of agency. The Glendale Fire Department, Fire Prevention Bureau 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 provision of this code.
SECTION VI-4. Section 104.1.1 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
104.1.1 Environmental protection. The Glendale Fire Department is certified by the California Environmental Protection Agency as a Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA), and is thereby responsible for the implementation and enforcement of regulations and guidelines for the CUPA as described in Section 104.1.1.1. Additionally, the Glendale Fire Department is responsible for the implementation and enforcement of regulations and guidelines for the Industrial Waste Discharge Program as described in Section 104.1.1.2. 104.1.1.1 CUPA Unified Programs. The following CUPA Programs are included in the scope of the Glendale Fire Department’s CUPA authority:
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1. Hazardous materials handling, release response plans and inventory Disclosure program (business plans).
2. California Accidental Release Prevention (CalARP) Program.
3. Underground storage tank program pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 25283 and as that section may be subsequently amended.
4. Aboveground Petroleum Storage Act (APSA) requirements for spill prevention, control and countermeasure (SPCC) plans pursuant to Health and Safety Code Sections 25502(a)(1) and 25404 and as those sections may be subsequently amended.
5. Hazardous waste generator and onsite hazardous waste treatment (tiered permitting) Programs pursuant to Health and Safety Code Sections 25502(a)(1) and 25404 and as those sections may be subsequently amended..
6. California fire code hazardous material management plans and hazardous material inventory statements pursuant to this Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2020.
104.1.1.1.1 Hazardous Materials Inventory. Regulated facilities in the City of Glendale are required to report quantities of hazardous materials exceeding the permit threshold quantities set forth in the 2020 California Fire Code as amended by the Glendale Municipal Code or State reporting thresholds (e.g. 55 gallons, 500 pounds or 200 scf) California Code, Health and Safety Code § 25507, whichever is less.
104.1.1.1.1.1 Facility Information. Regulated facilities in the City of Glendale are required to report the number of employees, APN number and the property owner name, address and phone number.
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104.1.1.2 Industrial waste discharge control program. The Glendale Fire Department is responsible for the implementation and enforcement of regulations and guidelines to govern the discharge of industrial waste to the sanitary sewer and storm drain systems pursuant to Glendale Municipal Code, Chapter 13.40, Article V, and as said chapter may be subsequently amended.
For the purposes of this Volume VI, “Industrial Waste Control Program” means a program to control the discharge of industrial waste to the sanitary sewer system, treatment plant, and/or storm drain system that could interfere with the operations of said systems and could cause blockage and plugging of pipelines and interfere with normal operation of pumps.
SECTION VI-5. Section [A] 105.5 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
[A] 105.6 Required operational permits. The fire code official is authorized to issue operational permits for the operations set forth in Sections 105.5 through 105.6.49105.5.54.
SECTION VI-6. Section 105.6.51 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
105.5.55 Additional operational permits. In addition to the permits required by Section 105.6, the following operational permits shall be obtained from the fire code official:
1. General use permit. A general use permit for any activity or operation not specifically addressed in this article, which in the judgment of the fire code official, is possible or likely to produce conditions hazardous to life or property.
2. Helicopter operations. Helicopter landing at other than an approved airport, heliport or helistop, or use of a helicopter for the purpose of lifting equipment, supplies or any material.
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2. Emergency operations by a governmental agency or other approved agency.
3. Occupancies, buildings, and uses. An operational permit is required for various occupancies, buildings, and uses as established or modified by the City Council.
SECTION VI-7. Section [A] 105.6 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
[A] 105.6 Required construction permits. The fire code official is authorized to issue construction permits for work as set forth in Sections 105.6.1 through 105.6.24.
SECTION VI-8. Section 105.6.25 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023 is hereby added to read as follows:
105.6.25 Additional construction permits. In addition to the permits required by Section 105.7, the following construction permits shall be obtained from the fire code official:
1. Landscaping, irrigation, fuel modification. To install or alter landscaping and irrigation, or to perform fuel modification of hazardous vegetation in the Wildland Urban Interface Fire Areas (also known as High Fire Hazard Areas). See Chapter 49 of this Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2020.
2. Plan checks and field inspections when required by the fire code official and not otherwise addressed in this chapter.
SECTION VI-9. Section 107.7 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
107.7 Fees for services. The fire code official is authorized to collect fees for services established or modified by resolution of the City Council.
SECTION VI-10. Section 107.8 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is added to read as follows:
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107.8 False alarms or nuisance alarms. The fire code official is authorized to assess a service charge, as set forth by resolution, against the person owning or responsible for an alarm system when a fire department response occurs as a result of the third false alarm or nuisance alarm at the same address or location within any twelve month period, and for each subsequent false alarm or nuisance alarm thereafter, or against any person who intentionally, or in violation of the law reports, or causes to be reported, a false alarm or nuisance alarm to any department of the City of Glendale.
SECTION VI-11. Section [A] 111 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023 is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION 111
BUILDING AND FIRE BOARD OF APPEALS
[A] 111.1 Board of appeals established. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the building official or the fire code official relative to the application and interpretation of all volumes of this code, there shall be and is hereby created a joint building and fire board of appeals in accordance with Section 113 of Volume I of this Code (hereinafter referred to as the “board”). The board of appeals shall be appointed by the governing body and shall hold office at its pleasure. The fire code official shall be an ex officio member of said board but shall not have a vote on any matter before the board. The board shall adopt rules of procedure for conducting its business, and shall render all decisions and findings in writing to the appellant with a duplicate copy to the fire code official. [A] 109.2 Limitations on authority. An application for appeal shall be based on a claim that the intent of this code or the rules legally adopted hereunder have been incorrectly interpreted, the provisions of this code do not fully apply, or an equivalent method of protection or safety is proposed. The board shall not have authority to waive requirements of this code. 379 of 818
[A] 109.3 Qualifications. The board of appeals shall consist of members who are qualified by experience and training to pass on matters pertaining to hazards of fire, explosions, hazardous conditions or fire protection systems, and are not employees of the jurisdiction.
SECTION VI-12. Section [A] 112.4 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
[A] 112.4 Violation penalties. The provisions of this Section shall be as provided in Section 114.4 of Volume I of this Code. With the exception of cost recovery for abatement of public nuisances arising from hazardous vegetation and fuel management which is set forth in Chapter 49 of this Volume VI, the recovery of administrative costs for enforcement of this Code shall be made pursuant to Chapter 2.90 of the Glendale Municipal Code. 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 [SPECIFY OFFENSE], punishable by a fine of not more than [AMOUNT] dollars or by imprisonment not exceeding [NUMBER OF DAYS], or both such fine and imprisonment. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense.
SECTION VI-13. Section 202 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to amend the definition of false alarm to read as follows:
FALSE ALARM. The willful and knowing initiation or transmission of a signal, message or other notification of an event of fire when no such danger exists, or the activation of any fire alarm system due to malfunction, mechanical or electrical defect, improper operation or procedure by any person, or a false oral or written report to any department of the City of 380 of 818
Glendale that an emergency exists requiring immediate or emergency response by the Glendale Fire Department.
SECTION VI-14. Chapter 3, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS, of the International Fire Code, 2021 edition published and copyrighted by the International Code Council with amendments of the 2022 California Fire Code is hereby adopted by reference into Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, and by such reference, is incorporated herein as if fully set forth.
SECTION VI-15. Section 307.4.3 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
307.4.3 Portable outdoor fireplaces. Portable outdoor fireplaces shall be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and shall not be operated within 15 feet (4572 mm) of a structure or combustible material.
Exceptions: 1. Portable outdoor fireplaces used at one and two-family dwellings located outside of a wildland-urban interface fire area, when used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
SECTION VI-16. Section 307.4.4 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
307.4.4 “Red-flag” and other high fire risk conditions. Open burning, including recreational fires and fires within portable outdoor fireplaces, shall not be permitted when a red-flag warning or a fire weather watch condition has been issued by the National Weather Service.
SECTION VI-17. Section 308.1.5 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
308.1.5 Location near combustibles. Open flames such as from candles, lanterns, kerosene heaters and, gas-fired heaters, barbecues, fire-pits and similar devices shall not be located within 381 of 818
a wildland-urban interface fire area, on or near decorative material or, on or near similar combustible materials or within 10 feet (3048 mm) of combustible construction.
Exceptions: 1. Open-flame cooking devices complying with section 308.1.4 of this code shall be permitted provided a minimum separation of 10 feet (3048 mm) from vegetation is maintained.
2. Approved open- flame heating devices shall be permitted for one- and two-family dwellings, provided a minimum separation of 10 feet (3048 mm) from vegetation is maintained.
SECTION VI-18. Section 308.1.9 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
308.1.9 Outdoor fires. Outdoor fires shall not be built, ignited or maintained in or upon hazardous fire areas, except by permit from the fire code official.
Exception: Outdoor fires within habited premises or designated campsite where such fires are built in permanent barbecue, portable barbecue, outdoor fire place, incinerator or grill and are a minimum of 30 feet ( 9144 mm) from grass-, brush-, or tree covered area.
Permits shall incorporate such terms and conditions that will reasonably safeguard public safety and property. Outdoor fires shall not be built, ignited, or maintained in or upon hazardous fire areas under the following conditions:
1. During times when a red-flag warning or a fire weather watch condition has been issued by the National Weather Service;
2. When a person age 17 or older is not present at all times to watch and tend such fire;
3. When a public announcement is made that open burning is prohibited.
Permanent barbecues, portable barbecues, outdoor fireplaces, or grills shall not be used for the disposal of rubbish, trash or combustible waste material. 382 of 818
SECTION VI-19. Section 503, FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS ROADS, of the International Fire Code, 2021 edition published and copyrighted by the International Code Council with amendments of the 2022 California Fire Code is hereby adopted by reference into Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, and by such reference, is incorporated herein as if fully set forth.
SECTION VI-20. Section 510.3 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
510.3 Permit required. A construction permit for the installation of or modification to in- building, two-way emergency responder communication coverage systems and related equipment is required as specified in Section 105.6.4. Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered a medication and does not require a permit.
SECTION VI-21. Section 806, NATURAL DECORATIVE VEGETATION IN NEW AND EXISTING BUILDINGS, of the International Fire Code, 2021 edition published and copyrighted by the International Code Council with amendments of the 2022 California Fire Code is hereby adopted by reference into Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, and by such reference, is incorporated herein as if fully set forth.
SECTION VI-22. Section 807, DECORATIVE MATERIALS AND ARTIFICIAL DECORATIVE VEGETATION IN NEW AND EXISTING BUILDINGS, of the International Fire Code, 2021 edition published and copyrighted by the International Code Council with amendments of the 2022 California Fire Code is hereby adopted by reference into Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, and by such reference, is incorporated herein as if fully set forth.
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SECTION VI-23. Section 901.1.1 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows
901.1.1 Aesthetics. Fire-protection systems and equipment shall be designed with attention given to aesthetics. The fire code official shall be authorized to require changes in design or installation with respect to the aesthetics of any installation upon plan review and upon field inspection and acceptance.
SECTION VI-24. Section 901.6 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
901.6 Inspection, testing and maintenance. Fire detection and alarm systems, emergency alarm systems, gas detection systems, fire extinguishing systems, mechanical smoke exhaust systems, and smoke and heat vents, critical equipment, fire rated assemblies, egress system components, and related equipment and appurtenances shall be maintained in an operative condition at all times, and shall be replaced or repaired where defective. The fire code official is authorized to require periodic inspection, testing and certification of all such systems, equipment and appurtenances. Personnel and concerns shall be qualified to perform the inspection, testing, and certification in accordance with Table 901.6. In addition to provisions of the applicable test standards, the required certifications shall be provided to the fire code official upon request and transmitted to the fire code official at least annually unless otherwise specified in Table 901.6.
The fire code official shall stipulate the approved manner and method of transmitting certification reports by means of a policy. Nonrequired fire protection systems and equipment shall be inspected, tested and maintained as for required systems, or removed with approval of the fire code official.
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regulations shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times in accordance with this code and California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1. Upon disruption or diminishment of the fire protective qualities of such equipment, material or systems, immediate action shall be instituted to effect a reestablishment of such equipment, material or systems to their original normal and operational condition.
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11 SECTION VI-25. Table 901.6 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
TABLE 901.6 REQUIRED TESTING, TESTER QUALIFICATIONS, AND CERTIFICATION SUBMITTAL INTERVALS a. Other concerns or individuals may be qualified to test and certify subject to approval of the fire code official. b. The testing frequencies listed herein are intended as a convenient summary based on the applicable standards. The applicable standards shall always govern if there is any conflict. It is important to note that many standards mandate inspections on more frequent bases than shown herein. It is not the intent to supersede, modify, or reduce the requirements found in the applicable standards.
c. Reports of tests and certifications need not be submitted to the Glendale Fire Department more frequently than annually, unless specifically requested by the fire code official.
d. The Glendale Fire Department contracts with a third company, The Compliance Engine, and requires contractors submit all test and certification reports online through that service. www.thecomplianceengine.com e. Mail-in certificate of these items is permitted on a GFD form or contractor’s form.
1. State Licensed Fire Protection Contractor (C-16) holding the U.L. Certificate (or approved equal) for the building fire alarm system
2. State Licensed Electrical Contractor (C-10) 9. State Licensed Plumbing Contractor (C-36)
3. State Licensed HVAC Contractor (C-20) 10. For this item only, GFD will consider an LAFD Regulation 4 Certified Concern
4. May be performed by Owner 11. FCC-issued General Radio Operators License (GROL) and certification by an approved school,
5. Licensed by the State Fire Marshal organization, or the equipment manufacturer
6. Qualified owner may perform test other than mid-rise and high-rise buildings
7. State Licensed General Contractor (A or B); see also footnote (a)
8. State Licensed Electrical Contractor (C-10) and, for systems installed after 1989,
TESTER
QUALIFICATIONS
(a)
REQUIRED MINIMUM TESTING
FREQUENCIES (b) FREQUENCY TO SUBMIT
REPORTS TO GLENDALE
FIRE DEPT (c)
HOW TO SUBMIT TO
GLENDALE FIRE
DEPT Semi-
annual Annual Triennial Every 5
years
Engineered
Fixed
Extinguishing
System
Dry Chemical
1, 5 X Annually Online – The Compliance
Engine (d)
Carbon Dioxide 1, 5 X Annually Online – The Compliance Engine (d)
Halogenated 1, 5 X Annually Online – The Compliance
Engine (d)
Clean Agent 1, 5 X Annually Online – The Compliance
Engine (d)
Wet Chemical 1, 5 X Annually Online – The Compliance Engine (d)
Standpipe Systems 1, 5 X X Annually Online – The Compliance Engine (d)
Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems 1, 5 X X Annually Online – The Compliance Engine (d)
Pressure Reducing Valves 1,5 X Annually Online – The Compliance Engine (d)
Water Storage Tanks 1,5 X Every Five
Years
Online – The Compliance
Engine (d)
Fire Pumps 1, 5
Electric-monthly
Diesel- weekly X Annually Online – The Compliance
Engine (d)
Fire Alarm / Monitoring Systems 8
Frequency ranges from quarterly to annually depending
upon equipment; see NFPA 72 Annually Online – The Compliance Engine (d)
Commercial
Cooking
Equipment
Fire Protection
Systems 1, 5 X Annually Online – The Compliance
Engine (d)
Duct Cleaning Frequency ranges from 1 month to 12 months; see NFPA 96 Not required
Private Fire Hydrants 1, 9 X Annually Online – The Compliance Engine (d)
Single Station Smoke Alarms 2, 6 X Annually Mail-in certificate (e) Fire Extinguishers 5 X Annually Mail-in certificate (e) Emergency and Standby Power 2 X Annually Online – The Compliance Engine (d)
Smoke Management System 3 X Annually Online – The Compliance Engine (d)
Automatic Closing Assemblies 4, 7 X Annually Online – The Compliance Engine (d)
Fire Escapes 7, 10 X Annually Online – The Compliance Engine (d)
Emergency Responder Radio
Coverage Systems 11 X Annually Online – The Compliance Engine (d)
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12 SECTION VI-26. Section 901.11 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
901.11 Critical equipment.
901.11.1 Definitions. Critical Equipment. Such mechanical and electrical equipment necessary for the operation of life safety systems, or any other equipment needed to meet the fire and life safety requirements of a building. Examples of critical equipment include, but are not limited to, emergency generator systems, smoke control systems, fire pumps, etc. 901.11.2 Locations. Critical equipment shall be located as close as practical to the ground floor, but not be located on floors above the ground floor.
Exceptions:
1. Equipment that by function must be located above the ground floor.
2. When approved by the fire code official.
901.11.3 Supervision. All critical equipment shall be provided with a means of supervision, including electronic supervision, lockouts, and other means as approved by the fire code official. 901.10.4 Ventilation. When the proper operation of critical equipment is dependent upon ventilation, the ventilation system shall be so arranged as to ensure continuous reliable operation.
Ducts shall be provided within rated shafts without fire or smoke dampers that may impact equipment operation.
901.11.5 Signage and graphics.
901.11.5.1 General. Critical equipment in buildings shall be identified with permanent signage indicating the equipment is critical for fire and life safety, identify the system and component appropriately, and any other pertinent information such as contacting the building engineer prior to servicing, lock-out/tag-out procedures, etc. Signage shall be approved by the fire code official.
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13 901.11.5.2 Shut-offs. All service disconnects, circuit breakers, control valves, or other means of disconnection shall be identified with signage in accordance with Section 901.11.5.1 901.11.5.3 System graphics. Custom made, permanent system graphics shall be provided which show the system in schematic, identifying main component locations, a narrative system description, matrix of operations, and any other pertinent notes and instructions for firefighters.
The graphics shall be specifically designed for responding firefighting and inspections.
Additional information may be required to accommodate routine maintenance and testing personnel. All graphics shall be approved by the fire code official.
SECTION VI-27. Section 903.2.21 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, regarding where automatic sprinkler systems are required, is hereby added to read as follows:
903.2.21 Where required. Notwithstanding other provisions of the code, approved automatic sprinkler systems in new and existing buildings and structures shall be provided in accordance with this section.
Exceptions:
1. When approved by the fire code official, spaces or areas in telecommunications buildings used exclusively for telecommunication equipment, associated electrical power distribution equipment, batteries and standby engines, provided those spaces or areas are equipped throughout with an automatic fire alarm system and are separated from the remainder of the building by fire barriers consisting of not less than one-hour fire-resistance-rated walls and two-hour fire-resistance-rated floor/ceiling assemblies.
2. Automatic fire sprinkler protection for fixed guideway transit systems shall comply with Section 903.2.21.17.
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14 903.2.21.1 New occupancies. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in all new occupancies.
Exceptions:
1. Group B, Group F Divisions 1 and 2, and Group M occupancies, less than 1000 total square feet (92.9 m2).
2. Group S Division 1 occupancies not classified as motor vehicle repair garages less than 1000 total square feet (92.9 m2).
3. Group S Division 2 occupancies not classified as parking garages less than 1000 total square feet (92.9 m2).
4. Canopies over motor vehicle fuel dispensers not attached to a structure provided they are sufficiently separated on all sides from real or imaginary property lines and other structures so as not to require opening protection.
5. Group S Division 2 occupancies classified as open parking garages and not subject to California Fire Code section 903.2.10.1, commercial parking garages. 903.2.21.2 Existing occupancies. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed and maintained in all existing occupancies as follows:
1. Throughout existing and new sections of any existing building whenever total additions result in an increase of more than 1000 square feet (92.9 m2) in the total floor area, including mezzanines or additional stories, regardless of ownership. Additions shall be cumulative with each application for building permit within the previous five years.
Exception: Group R, Division 3 occupancies.
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15 official. Alteration values shall be cumulative with each application for a building permit within the previous five years.
Exception: Expenditures for tenant improvements, maintenance and repairs such as interior and exterior painting, carpeting, interior window coverings, drapes, movable partitions, surface re-roofing or plumbing, mechanical and electrical repairs.
3. Throughout existing and new sections of any existing building for which t here is an occupancy classification change to a more hazardous use, as determined by the fire code official or building official.
4. Throughout any existing Group R Division 2 occupancy being subdivided to condominium units.
5. Existing high-rise buildings. “Existing high-rise buildings,” as defined in Volume I shall have an automatic sprinkler system installed and operational throughout.
6. Existing mid-rise buildings. Existing mid-rise buildings shall have an automatic fire sprinkler system installed and operational throughout. For the purpose of this section, “mid-rise building” means any building six or more stories in height or more than 55 feet (16,764 mm) in height and not defined as a high-rise building. Measurement shall be from the underside of the roof or floor above the topmost occupiable space to the lowest fire apparatus access road level or building access, whichever is lower.
Exception: Open parking garages.
7. Existing low- rise building. Existing low-rise buildings shall have an automatic fire sprinkler system installed and operational throughout. For the purpose of this section, “low-rise building” means any building four or more stories in height but less than 55 feet (16,764 mm) in height from the lowest level of Fire Department access.
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16 occupiable space to the lowest fire apparatus access road level or building access, whichever is lower.
Exception: Open parking garages.
903.2.21.2.1 Notification, recordation, enforcement, and standards.
Notification, recordation, enforcement and standards addressed in this Section 903.2.21.2.1 shall be enforced by the fire code official to ensure compliance with Section 903.2.21.2, subsections 6, 7, and 8.
1. Notification. Whenever, pursuant to Section 903.2.21.2, the fire code official determines by inspection that a building does not conform to the minimum requirements of Section 903.2.21.2, subsection 6, 7 or 8, the fire code official shall prepare a fire/life safety notice in writing that the building be repaired and modified to conform to the minimum requirements of said Sections. The notice shall specify in what manner the building fails to meet the minimum requirements of Section 903.2.21.2, subsection 6, 7, or 8. It shall direct that plans be submitted, and that necessary permits be obtained not later than one (1) year after the service of the notice, and that necessary corrections be completed not later than three (3) years thereafter for work required under Section 903.2.21.2, subsection 6, not later than four (4) years thereafter for work required under Section 903.2.21.2, subsection 7 and not later than five (5) years thereafter for work required under Section 903.2.21.2, subsection 8. The notice shall be transmitted by the fire code official for enforcement purposes. The fire code official shall serve the notice either personally or by certified or registered mail upon the owner as shown on the last equalized assessment roll and upon the person, if any, in real or apparent charge or control of the building. The provisions of this Section 903.2.21.2.1 are not intended to prevent the fire code official from also making a determination or issuing an order regarding failure to comply with Section 903.2.21.2, subsection 6, 7, or 8. 391 of 818
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17 2. Recordation. At the time that the fire code official serves the aforementioned order or notice, the fire code official shall file with the Office of the County Recorder, a certificate stating that the subject building does not meet the minimum fire safety requirements of Section 903.2.21.2, subsection 6, 7, or 8 and that the owner thereof has been so notified. After all necessary corrective work has been performed; the fire code official shall file with the Office of the County Recorder, a certificate terminating the status of the subject building as nonconforming to the minimum fire safety requirements of Section 903.2.21.2, subsection 6, 7, or 8.
3. Enforcement. If the owner or other person in charge and control of the subject building fails to comply with the aforementioned order or notice within the time periods set forth in Section 903.2.21.2.1, such person is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine or by imprisonment or both. A person is guilty of a separate offense each day during which he or she commits, continues or permits a violation of Section 903.2.21.2, subsection 6, 7, or 8.
The fire code official shall also order that the building owner or other person in charge and control post a notice of non-conformance. The notice shall be placed in a conspicuous area of the building until all required corrective work has been completed.
SECTION VI-28. Section 906.8 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023 is hereby amended to read as follows:
906.8 Cabinets. Cabinets used to house portable fire extinguishers shall not be locked.
Exceptions:
1. Where portable fire extinguishers subject to malicious use or damage are provided with a means of ready access.
392 of 818
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18 2. In Group I- 3 occupancies and in mental health areas in Group I-2 occupancies, access to portable fire extinguishers shall be permitted to be locked or to be located in staff locations provided the staff has keys.
In new construction, fire extinguishers shall be located within recessed or semi-recessed cabinets. In existing occupancies, fire extinguishers shall be located within recessed or semi- recessed cabinets when required by the fire code official. Cabinets should be mounted at no higher than four feet (1219 mm) above the floor to the top of the cabinet. Fire extinguishers shall be mounted with the brackets or hangers within the cabinets.
Exception: Surface mounted cabinets may be installed when construction material makes recessing the cabinet impracticable.
SECTION VI-29. Section 906.9.1 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
906.9.1 Extinguishers weighing 40 pounds or less. Portable fire extinguishers having a gross weight not exceeding 40 pounds (18kg) shall be installed so that their tops are not more than 5 feet (1524 mm)48 inches (1219 mm) above the floor.
SECTION VI-30. Section 907.6.6 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2020, is hereby amended to read as follows:
907.6.6 Monitoring. Fire alarm systems required by this chapter or by the California Building Code shall be monitored by an approved supervising central station service system in accordance with NFPA 72 Section 26.3 and this section.
Exception: Monitoring by a supervising station is not required for
1. Single- and multiple-station smoke alarms required by Section 907.2.11.
2. Group I- 3 occupancies shall be monitored in accordance with Section 907.2.6.3.
3. Automatic sprinkler systems in one-and two-family dwellings. 393 of 818
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19 SECTION VI-31. Section 907.11 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
907.11 Certification and Identification of Certificated Systems. 907.11.1 New Systems. All new fire alarm systems shall maintain a valid Certificate as required by NFPA 72 Section 26.3 for the life of the system. The permittee and the listed contractor issuing the Certificate shall be one and the same.
907.11.2 Existing systems. The fire code official is authorized to order existing systems to provide central station service system monitoring if no monitoring exists, or upgrade existing monitoring to central station service system monitoring, in accordance with the provisions of Section 907.6.6 as amended, and this Section, when any one of the following conditions occur:
1. Systems produce three or more false or nuisance alarm activations within a 12- month period.
2. Systems become unmaintainable or unreliable due to dilapidation or deterioration as determined by the fire code official.
3. Upon replacement of the fire alarm control unit, or when 25% or more of the devices are replaced.
4. A change in occupancy occurs to a more hazardous use as determined by the fire code official.
Exception: Group R Division 3 occupancies.
SECTION VI-32. Section 1033 Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, and by such reference, is incorporated herein as if fully set forth. 1033 Special egress graphics.
1033.1 General. When required by the fire code official, a special egress graphics package shall be incorporated into new and existing structures. Such structures may include parking 394 of 818
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20 structures, warehouses, high-rise buildings, mid-rise buildings, complex projects, or when required by the fire code official. The package may include one or more of the following.
1. Oversized exit identification. Signs or graphics shall be provided to assist in identification of exits, and shall be so designed and installed so as to be visible to occupants from a distance of not less than 300 feet (91,440 mm).
2. Supplemental egress graphics. Supplemental egress graphics shall be provided to assist in the orderly and safe evacuation or relocation of people. Such graphics shall be performance based and include way-finding to identify egress paths and termination points.
3. Special egress graphics - finishes. Means of egress shall be painted and / or constructed with or otherwise finished with materials as per the Building Code or as otherwise approved by the fire code official.
SECTION VI-33. Section 1103.2 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
Section 1103.2 Emergency responder communication coverage in existing buildings.
Existing buildings other than Group R-3, that do not have approved in-building, two-way emergency response communication coverage for emergency responders in the building based on existing coverage for emergency responders in the building based on existing coverage levels of the public safety communication system, shall be equipped with such coverage according to one of the following:
1. Where an existing wired communication system cannot be repaired or is being replaced, or where not approved in accordance with Section 510.1 Exception 1.
2. Within a time frame established by the adopting authority.
Exception: where it is determined by the fire code official that the in-building, two-way emergency responder communication coverage system is not needed. 395 of 818
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21 SECTION VI-34. Section 1103.3 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows
Section 1103.3 Existing elevators, In other than Group R-3 existing elevators, escalators and moving walk shall comply with the requirements in Sections 1103.1 and 1103.3.3.
SECTION VI-35. Section 1104 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows
Section 1104 Means of egress for existing buildings, of the International Fire Code, 2021 edition published and copyrighted by the International Code Council with amendments of the 2022 California Fire Code is hereby adopted by reference into Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, and by such reference, is incorporated herein as if fully set forth
SECTION VI-36. Section 4902.1 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to add the following definitions as follows:
4901.3 Liability for damage Added
4901.3 Liability for damage. The expense of fighting fire that results from a violation of this chapter shall be charged against the person whose violation of this chapter caused the fire.
Damages caused by such fires shall constitute a debt of such person and are collectable by the fire code official in the same manner as in the case of an obligation under contract expressed or implied.
4902.1 General. Added
DEFENSIBLE SPACE. That space within 100 feet (30 480 mm) of a building or structure where vegetation capable of causing a fire to spread must be modified to slow the rate and intensity of an advancing wildfire to provide access by fire and other emergency personnel to defend the building or structure from the threat of fire. 396 of 818
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22 HAZARDOUS VEGETATION. Refuse, grass, weeds, shrubs, trees, or other vegetation which, in the opinion of the fire code official, are in such condition and location, or by the unique characteristics of a species, as to provide a ready fuel supply to augment the spread or intensity of a fire.
4907.1 General - Amended
4907.1 General. Hazardous vegetation and fuels shall be managed to reduce the severity of potential exterior wildfire exposure to buildings and to reduce the risk of fire spreading to buildings as required by applicable laws and regulations. Hazardous vegetation or refuse shall be abated, and all grass, weeds, shrubs, and trees shall be properly maintained so as to not create a fire hazard within the community, while maintaining sufficient vegetation for aesthetic and soil erosion control purposes. Maintenance shall occur on a year-round basis to ensure the removal and/or proper maintenance of grass, weeds, shrubs, trees and refuse in order to prevent the spread or intensity of fire within the community and to ensure adequate “defensible space” in the urban/wildland interface area of the city, referred to as the Wildland Urban Interface Fire Areas (also known as the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone). 4906.3 Requirements - Amended
4906.3 Requirements. Hazardous vegetation and fuels around all applicable buildings and structures shall be maintained in accordance with the following laws and regulations. Nothing contained in this section shall be deemed to preclude the fire code official from requiring more than the minimum specific requirements set forth herein when the fire code official determines that conditions exist that necessitates greater fire protection measures.
1. Public Resources Code, Section 4291.
2. California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 1.5, Chapter 7, Subchapter 3, Section 1299 (see guidance for implementation “General Guideline to Create Defensible Space”). 397 of 818
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23 3. California Government Code, Section 51182.
4. California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, Chapter 7, Subchapter 1, Section
3.07. 5. Glendale Fire Department Fire Prevention Bureau “Vegetation Management Program (VMP) Defensible Space Guidelines”.
4907.4 Specific requirements - Added
4907.4.1 Roads. Maintain trees and hazardous vegetation within 10 feet (3048 mm) of that portion of a highway, street, alley, or driveway which is improved or used for vehicle travel or other vehicular purposes that the fire code official determines as used for access or egress. 4907.4.2 Cut vegetation and refuse. Remove and/or safely dispose of all cut vegetation and hazardous refuse. Cut grass may be left on the slope to protect the soil if it lays down within three (3) inches (76 mm) of the ground. Cut vegetation may be chipped or mulched and left on the slope up to a depth of 12 inches (305 mm).
4907.4.3 Soil erosion control. If the abatement of hazardous vegetation results in the exposure of bare mineral soil, or the soil is exposed to such an extent that increased soil erosion would be likely, or the fire code official determines that the abatement has been excessive and poses a threat to the public health, safety or welfare, suitable erosion control measures must be provided to establish effective soil erosion control to the satisfaction of the fire code official. 4907.5 Enforcement. Added
4907.5.1 Public Nuisance, Inspection Process. The Council finds that hazardous vegetation prohibited under Section 4907 increases the danger of fire and thus constitutes a public nuisance.
If such condition exists, the fire code official shall give written notice to the owner of record and a copy of said notice to any other person with possessory interest in the property, to abate the nuisance within 30 days from the date the notice was sent. The notice shall be sent by certified 398 of 818
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24 mail and shall state that the owner is required to abate the nuisance and that if the nuisance is not abated, the city may take further action which may include but is not limited to the following actions: (1) the city, or its contractor, may enter upon the parcel of land and remove or otherwise eliminate or abate the nuisance, (2) upon completion of such work the cost thereof, including administrative costs, shall become a special assessment against that parcel, and (3) upon city council confirmation of the assessment and recordation of said notice, a lien shall attach to the parcel to be collected on the next regular property tax bill levied against the parcel. 4907.5.2 Commencement of abatement proceeding. Whenever the fire code official determines that a public nuisance exists, and following mailing of the notice under Section 4907.5, the abatement proceedings shall commence.
4907.5.3 Abatement proceeding--service of notice of city’s intent to abate a public nuisance.
In the event the owner or any other person with possessory interest in the property fails to abate hazardous vegetation pursuant to notice given under Section 4907.5, the fire code official shall notify the owner of record of the affected property as shown on the latest equalized tax assessment roll, by certified mail, that the city intends to abate the public nuisance. A copy of said notice shall also be mailed to any other person with possessory interest in the property. Said notice shall be sent not less than 15 days prior to the date of the city’s proposed abatement. The fire code official shall also post a copy of said notice in a conspicuous location on the property.
Failure of any owner or other party having possessory interest in the property to receive a notice hereunder, shall not affect the validity of said notice nor any proceeding taken hereunder, provided that the procedure for service of notice has been followed. The notice of intention shall be in substantially the following form:
NOTICE OF INTENTION
TO ABATE PUBLIC NUISANCE
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25 (Name and address of owner of the land)
"As owner shown on the last equalized assessment roll of the land located at (address), you are hereby notified that the undersigned, pursuant to the Glendale Building and Safety Code, Volume VI, Section 4907 determined that there exists upon said land or building the following condition which constitutes a public nuisance pursuant to the provisions of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, Volume VI, Section 4907.
"You are hereby notified to abate said nuisance within 15 days from the date of mailing of this notice, and upon your failure to do so, the same will be abated by whatever action necessary by the city and the costs thereof, together with administrative costs, assessed to you as owner of the land on which said public nuisance is located. "As owner of the land on which said public nuisance is located, you are hereby notified that you may, within 10 days after the mailing of this notice of intention, request in writing to the fire code official a public hearing to contest the finding of the public nuisance on said property.
If such a request is not received by the fire code official within such 10-day period, the fire code official shall have the authority to abate said public nuisance and assess the costs as aforesaid without a public hearing. You may submit a sworn written statement within such 10-day period setting forth your position and intentions regarding the public nuisance on said property with your reasons for denial and such statement shall be construed as a request for hearing at which your presence is not required. You may appear in person at any hearing requested by you or, in lieu thereof, may present a sworn written statement aforesaid in time for consideration at such hearing.”
Notice Mailed
(Date)
s/
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26 Fire Chief
4907.5.4 Appeals. The owner of the substandard property may appeal the finding of the fire code official by submitting within a ten (10) day period from the date of the mailing of the Notice, to the fire code official, a written request for a hearing before the Building and Fire Board of Appeals. Appeals under this section shall be held before the Building and Fire Board of Appeals, which shall hear all facts and testimony it deems pertinent. The facts and testimony may include testimony on the condition of the property and circumstances related to the nuisance. The owner of the land may appear in person at the hearing or present a sworn written statement in time for consideration at the hearing. The Building and Fire Board of Appeals may impose such conditions and take such other action as it deems appropriate to carry out the purpose of the provisions of this section. The decision of the Building and Fire Board of Appeals may be appealed to the city council pursuant to the Uniform Appeals Procedure, Chapter 2.88, Glendale Municipal Code.
4907.5.5 Procedure. If any order of the Building and Fire Board of Appeals made pursuant to Section 4907 is not complied with within the period designated by the Board, the fire code official may then cause such work to be done to the extent necessary to eliminate the public nuisance and other substandard conditions determined to exist by the Board and the cost of such work shall be assessed to the property as set forth in California Government Code Section 38773.5 and as that section may subsequently be amended. 4907.5.6 Emergency procedures. Notwithstanding any other provision in Section 4907, when in the opinion of the fire code official, a substandard structure or substandard property is an immediate hazard to life and property, and the fire code official makes written findings to the effect that abatement of such hazard requires action, the fire code official may then cause such work to be done to the extent necessary to eliminate the hazard. The fire code official shall 401 of 818
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27 attempt to contact the property owner, to the extent possible, to inform the owner of the work to be done and request said owner’s assistance or immediate voluntary removal of the hazard. At the time or shortly thereafter the work is performed, the fire code official shall post a notice and mail to the property owner a statement of the nature of the work performed. Any individual aggrieved by the action of the fire code official under this section, may appeal the determination of the action to the Building and Fire Board of Appeals as set forth in Section 4907.5.4 except that the appeal shall be filed within ten (10) days from the date of mailing the notice of work performed.
4907.5.7 Costs. The costs involved in the correction of substandard conditions in any action to abate a nuisance shall be charged against the owner of the property. In addition to the above costs, an administrative processing fee established by resolution of the council of the City of Glendale, shall be assessed against each parcel for fire department costs associated with abatement. The fire code official shall review the fees at least once annually, and shall recommend changes to the council when the costs for the services make it appropriate. The fire code official shall notify all parties concerned by certified mail as to the amount of such assessment resulting from such work. If the total assessment determined as provided for in this section is not paid within thirty (30) days after mailing of such notice, such charges shall be placed as a special assessment on the tax bill for the property pursuant to the procedure set forth in Section 38773.5 of the California Government Code and as that section by subsequently be amended. If applicable, an award of attorney’s fees to a prevailing party shall also be assessed. 4907.5.8 Recording of notice of special assessment lien. After performing any hazard abatement work or taking any actions to correct substandard conditions, the fire code official shall cause to be recorded with the County Recorder a “Notice of Special Assessment Lien.” Such notice shall summarize the work performed, the cost and date of completion. 402 of 818
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28 4907.5.9 Collection of costs by lien not exclusive remedy. The Council declares that it is the intent of the City of Glendale to collect costs charged against the city after performing any public nuisance or hazard abatement work or correcting substandard conditions by lien or any other legal remedies.
4907.5.9.1 Owner costs. Re-inspection and administrative fees to ascertain code compliance for overdue abatement of previously noticed or cited violations shall be charged against the owner. 4907.5.9.2 Notice of public hearing on lien. If the amount of such expenses as shown in such statement is not paid to the fire code official within thirty (30) days after such notice, the fire code official shall prepare a written notice to the owner of the property upon which the city intends to file a lien. Upon preparation of such notice, the fire code official shall present same to the city council, and the city council shall forthwith, by resolution, fix a time and place for a public hearing on such notice. The fire code official shall cause a copy of such notice to be served on the owner of the property not less than ten (10) days prior to the time fixed for such hearing. Mailing a copy of such notice to the owner of the property at the address listed in the most recent property ownership records provided to the city by the County Assessor as of the date the fire code official causes notice to be sent by certified mail and shall comprise proper service. Service shall be deemed complete at the time of deposit in the United States mail. At the public hearing as scheduled above, the city council will hear all noticed or affected property owners who would be obligated to pay the abatement and related costs incurred by the city. The city council shall confirm the appropriateness of persons to be held responsible for the noticed abatement charges and report to the fire code official its final determinations of liability concerning the affected parties. Charges confirmed by the city council and not paid within five (5) days of the public hearing date will be subject to lien and collection procedures. 403 of 818
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29 4907.5.9.3 Recording of lien. The fire code official shall record in the Office of the County Recorder of the County of Los Angeles, State of California, a certificate substantially in the following form:
“NOTICE OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENT LIEN”
Pursuant to authority vested in me by the Glendale Building and Safety Code, I did on the day of , , cause a condition to be abated or chargeable action to occur on the hereinafter-described real property at the expenses of the owner thereof, in the amount of $ . Said amount has not been paid nor any part thereof, and the City of Glendale does hereby claim a lien upon the hereinafter-described real property in said amount. The same shall be a lien upon the said real property until said sum, with interest thereon from the date of recordation of this lien in the office of the County Recorder of the County of Los Angeles, State of California, and such other charges as may be set by resolution of the city council, has been paid in full. The real property hereinabove mentioned and upon which a lien is claimed is that certain parcel of land lying and being in the City of Glendale, County of Los Angeles, State of California, and particularly described as follows:
Assessor’s Parcel Number
Dated this day of , .
Fire Chief, City of Glendale
4907.5.10 Method of collection. With the confirmation of the report by the city council, the hazard abatement charges contained therein that remain unpaid by the owner of the subject property shall constitute a special assessment against said property as it has received the special 404 of 818
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30 benefit of city abatement services. The same shall be a lien against the property described therein until the amount.
SECTION VI-37. Section 5707 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows
Section 5707, ON-DEMAND MOBILE FUELING OPERATIONS, of the International Fire Code, 2021 edition published and copyrighted by the International Code Council with amendments of the 2022 California Fire Code is hereby adopted by reference into Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, and by such reference, is incorporated herein as if fully set forth.
SECTION VI-38. Appendix B Table B105.2 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
TABLE B105.2
REQUIRED FIRE FLOW FOR BUILDINGS OTHER THAN ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS, GROUP R-3 AND R-4 BUILDINGS AND TOWNHOUSES
AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER
SYSTEM
(Design Standard)
MINIMUM FIRE FLOW
(gallons per minute)
FLOW DURATION
(hours)
No automatic sprinkler system Value in Table B105.1(2) Duration in Table B105.1(2) Section 903.3.1.1 of the
California Fire Code
Up to 25% 50% of the value
in Table B105.1(2) as
approved a
Duration in Table B105.1(2)
at the reduced flow rate
For SI: 1 gallon per minute = 3.785 L/min
a. The reduced fire flow shall be not less than 1,000 1.500 gallons per minute.
SECTION VI-39. Section 5707 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows.
TABLE C102.1—REQUIRED NUMBER AND SPACING OF FIRE HYDRANTS f 405 of 818
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31 FIRE-FLOW
REQUIREMENT
(gpm)
MINIMUM
NUMBER
OF
HYDRANTS
AVERAGE
SPACING
BETWEEN
HYDRANTS b, c
(feet)
MAXIMUM DISTANCE FROM
ANY POINT ON STREET OR
ROAD FRONTAGE TO A
HYDRANT d
1,750 or less
1,751 – 2, 250
2,251 – 2,750
2,751 – 3,250
3,251 – 4,000
4,001 – 5,000
5,001 – 5,500
5,501 – 6,000
6,001 – 7,000
7,001 or more
1 2
3 3
4 5
6 6
7 8 or more e
300
300
300
300
300
a
300 a
300 a
250 a
250 a
200 a
250
225
225
225
210
180
180
150
150
120
For SI: 1 foot = 304.8 mm, 1 gallon per minute = 3.785 L/min a. Reduce by 100 feet for dead-end streets or roads.
b. Where streets are provided with median dividers which cannot be crossed by firefighters pulling hose lines, or arterial streets are provided with four or more traffic lanes and have a traffic count of more than 30,000 vehicles per day, hydrant spacing shall average 500 feet on each side of the street and be arranged on an alternating basis. c. Where new water mains are extended along streets where hydrants are not needed for protection of structures or similar fire problems, fire hydrants shall be provided at not less than 1,000-feet to provide for transportation hazards. d. Reduce by 50 feet for dead-end streets or roads.
e. One hydrant for each 1,000 gallons per minute or fraction thereof. f. The fire code official is authorized to modify the location, number and distribution of the fire hydrants based on site-specific constraints and hazards.
SECTION VI-40. Appendix D, fire apparatus access roads, of the California Fire Code edition, published and copyrighted by the International Code Council, are hereby adopted by reference into Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, and by such reference, are incorporated herein as if fully set forth.
SECTION VI-41. Appendix D107 of Volume VI of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023 is hereby amended to read as follows:
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32 Section D107 NEW ONE- OR TWO-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS, New developments of one- or two-family dwellings where the number of dwelling units exceeds 30 shall be provided with two separate and approved fire apparatus access roads.
Exceptions:
1. Where there are more than 30 dwelling units accessed from a single public or private fire apparatus access road, and all dwelling units are equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, 903.3.1.2 or 903.3.1.3, access from two directions shall not be required. This exception does not apply when the dwelling units are located in the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. 407 of 818
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1 VOLUME VII. SECURITY STANDARDS
SECTION VII-1. Volume VII of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023 is hereby adopted to read as follows:
1. Title. This Code shall be referred to and cited as Volume VII of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023.
2. Purpose. The purpose of this Code is to provide minimum standards to safeguard property and public welfare by regulating and controlling the design, construction, quality of materials, use and occupancy, location and maintenance of all buildings and structures within the City of Glendale as required in Section 14051 of the California Penal Code relating to Building Security.
3. Scope.
3.1. New Construction. The provisions of this Code shall apply to new construction and to additions or alterations to existing buildings and structures except as specifically provided by this Code.
3.2. Existing Multiple Family Dwellings. Existing multiple family dwelling units which are converted to privately owned family units (condominiums or cooperatives) shall comply with the provisions of Section 14 (Special Residential Building Provisions) in this Code.
3.3 Exemption. Any building as defined in Volume IA, IB and Title 19 - California Administrative Code, requiring special type releasing latching, or locking devices, other than described herein, shall be exempt from the provisions hereof relating to locking devices of interior and exterior doors. 408 of 818
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2 4. Definitions. For the purpose of this Code certain terms are defined as follows:
APPROVED. Approved shall mean certified as meeting the requirements of this Code by the enforcing authority or its authorized agents, or by other officials designated by law to give approval on a particular matter dealt with by the provisions of this Code with regard to a given material, mode of construction, piece of equipment or device.
AUXILIARY LOCKING DEVICE. Auxiliary Locking Device shall mean a secondary locking system added to the primary locking system to provide additional security.
BOLT. Bolt shall mean a metal bar which, when actuated, is projected (or thrown) either horizontally or vertically into a retaining member, such as a strike plate, to prevent a door or window from moving or opening.
BOLT PROJECTION OR BOLT THROW. Bolt projection or bolt throw shall mean the distance from the edge of the door, at the bolt center line to the farthest point on the bolt in the projected position.
BURGLARY RESISTANT GLAZING. Burglary resistant glazing shall mean those materials as defined in Underwriter's Laboratory (U.L.) Bulletin 972.
COMMERCIAL BUILDING. Commercial building shall mean a building, or portion thereof used for a purpose other than for a dwelling.
COMPONENT. Component, as distinguished from a part, shall mean a subassembly which combines with other components to make up a total door or window assembly.
For example, the primary components of a door assembly include: door, lock, hinges, jamb/wall, jamb/strike and wall.
409 of 818
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3 CYLINDER. Cylinder shall mean the subassembly of a lock containing the cylinder core, tumbler mechanism and the keyway. A double cylinder lock is one which has a key-actuated cylinder on both the exterior and interior of the door.
CYLINDER CORE OR CYLINDER PLUG. Cylinder core or cylinder plug shall mean the central part of a cylinder containing the keyway, which is rotated by the key to operate the lock mechanism.
CYLINDER GUARD. Cylinder guard shall mean a tapered or flush metal ring or plate surrounding the otherwise exposed portion of a cylinder lock to resist cutting, drilling, prying, pulling, or wrenching with common tools.
DEADBOLT. Deadbolt shall mean a lock bolt which does not have a spring action as opposed to a latch bolt, which does. Deadbolts shall conform to the requirements of locks or latches prescribed in Volume IA and IB of this Code and shall comply with Grade1 ANSI-designation deadbolt locks.
DEAD LATCH OR DEADLOCKING LATCH BOLT. Dead latch or deadlocking latch bolt shall mean a spring actuated latch bolt having a beveled end and incorporating a plunger which, when depressed, automatically locks the projected latch bolt against return by end pressure.
DEMISING WALL. A common wall that separates one tenant’s space from another or from the building’s common areas shall be constructed from the floor to the roof or floor deck above.
DOOR ASSEMBLY. Door assembly shall mean a unit composed of a group of parts or components which make up a closure for an opening to control passageway through a wall. For the purposes of this Code, a door assembly consists of the following parts:
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4 door, hinges, locking device or devices, operation contacts (such as handles, knobs, push plates), miscellaneous hardware and closures, the frame, including the head, threshold and jambs plus the anchorage divides to the surrounding wall and a portion of the surrounding wall extending 36 inches (914mm) from each side of the jambs and 26 inches (660mm) from the head.
DOOR STOP. Door stop shall mean that projection along the top and sides of a door jamb which checks the door's swinging action.
DOUBLE CYLINDER DEADBOLT. Double cylinder deadbolt shall mean a deadbolt lock which can be activated only by a key on both the interior and exterior.
DWELLING. Dwelling shall mean a building or portion thereof designed primarily for residential occupancy, including single family and multiple family dwellings.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY. Enforcing authority shall mean the agency or person having the responsibility for enforcing the provisions of this volume.
FLUSHBOLT. Flushbolt shall mean a manual, key, or turn operated metal bolt normally used on inactive door(s) and is attached to the top and bottom of the door and engages the head and threshold of the frame.
FULLY TEMPERED GLASS. Fully tempered glass shall mean those materials meeting or exceeding ANSI standard Z 97.1 - Safety Glazing.
JAMB. Jamb shall mean the vertical members of a door frame to which the door is secured.
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5 KEY-IN-KNOB. Key-in-knob shall mean a lockset having the key cylinder and other lock mechanisms contained in the knob.
LATCH OR LATCH BOLT. Latch or latch bolt shall mean a beveled, spring-actuated bolt which may or may not have a deadlocking device.
LOCK OR LOCKSET. Lock (or lockset) shall mean a keyed device (complete with cylinder, latch or deadbolt mechanism, and trim such as knobs, levers, thumb turns, escutcheons, or shields and guards, etc.) for securing a door in a closed position against forced entry. For the purposes of this Code, a lock does not include the strike plate.
LOCKING DEVICE. Locking device shall mean a part of a window assembly which is intended to prevent movement of the movable sash, which may be the sash lock or sash operator.
MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING. Multiple family dwelling shall mean a building or portion thereof designed for occupancy by two or more families living independently of each other, including hotels, motels, apartments, duplexes and townhouses.
PANIC HARDWARE. Panic hardware shall mean a latching device on a door assembly for use when emergency egress is required due to fire or other threat to life safety.
Devices shall be designed so that they will facilitate the safe egress of people in case of an emergency when a pressure not to exceed 15 lbs. (66.72N) is applied to the releasing device in the direction of exit travel. Such releasing devices are bars or panels extending not less than two-thirds of the width of the door and placed at heights suitable for the service required, not less than 30 inches (762mm) or more than 44 inches (1118mm) above the floor.
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6 PART. Part, as distinguished from component, shall mean a unit (or subassembly) which combines with other units to make up a component.
PRIMARY LOCKING DEVICE. Primary locking device shall mean the single locking system on a door or window unit whose primary function is to prevent unauthorized intrusion.
PRIVATE OR SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING. Private or single family dwelling shall mean a building designed exclusively for occupancy by one family.
RAIL. Rail shall mean the horizontal member of a window or door. A meeting rail is one which mates with a rail of another sash or a framing member of the door or window frame when the sash is in the closed position.
SASH. Sash shall mean an assembly of stiles, rails, or mullions assembled into a single frame which supports the glazing material. A fixed sash is one which is not intended to be opened. A movable sash is intended to be open.
SILL. Sill shall mean the lowest horizontal member of a window frame.
SINGLE CYLINDER DEADBOLT. Single cylinder deadbolt shall mean a deadbolt lock which is activated from the outside by a key and from the inside by a knob, thumb- turn, lever, or similar mechanism.
SOLID CORE DOOR. Solid core door shall mean a door composed of solid wood or composed of compressed wood equal in strength to solid wood construction.
STILE. Stile shall mean a vertical framing member of a window or door.
STRIKE. Strike shall mean a metal plate attached to or mortised into a door or door jamb to receive and to hold a projected latch bolt and/or deadbolt in order to secure the door to the jamb.
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7 SWINGING DOOR. Swinging door shall mean a door hinged at the stile or at the head and threshold.
U.L. LISTED. U.L. Listed shall mean tested and listed by Underwriter's Laboratory, Inc.
WINDOW ASSEMBLY. Window assembly shall mean a unit which includes a window and the anchorage between the window and the wall.
WINDOW FRAME. Window frame shall mean that part of a window which surrounds and supports the sashes and is attached to the surrounding wall. The members include side jambs (vertical), head jamb (upper, horizontal), sill and mullions.
5. Enforcement Provisions. The enforcing authority is directed to administer and enforce the provisions of this Code. The enforcing authority shall be the building official as defined in Volume IA of this Code.
6. Right of Entry. The enforcing authority shall have the right, and is hereby authorized and empowered, to enter or go on or about any building as provided by Chapter 1 Division II Section [A] 104.6 of Volume IA of this Code.
7. Violations and Penalties. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, move, improve, convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure in the City of Glendale, or cause same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of the provisions of this Code.
8. Exemptions, Appeals. Appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the building official relative to the applications and interpretations of this Code shall be in accordance with Chapter I Division II Section 113 of Volume IA of this Code. 414 of 818
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8 9. Alternate Materials and Methods of Construction. The provisions of this Volume are not intended to prevent the use of any material or method of construction not specifically prescribed herein, provided any such alternate has been approved by the enforcing authority or as provided in Section 5, nor is it the intention of this Volume to exclude any similarly approved sound method or structural design or analysis not specifically provided for in this Volume. Materials, methods of construction, or structural design limitations provided for in this Volume are to be used unless an exception is granted by the enforcing authority. Such alternate materials or methods may be approved provided it is found that the proposed design is satisfactory and the material and method of work is, for the purpose intended, at least equivalent to that prescribed in this Code in quality, strength, effectiveness, burglary resistance, durability and safety.
10. Keying Requirements. Upon occupancy by the owner or proprietor, each single unit in a tract or commercial development, constructed under the same general plan, shall have locks using combinations which are interchange free from locks used in all other separate dwellings, proprietorships or similar distinct occupancies. A certificate from the lock supplier declaring that all locks supplied to the project are keyed separately shall be acceptable as complying with the above requirements.
11. Frames, Jambs, Strikes, Hinges: Installation and Construction. Installation and construction of frames, jambs, strikes and hinges shall be as follows:
1. Door Jambs. Door jambs shall be installed with solid backing in such a manner that no voids exist between the strike side of the jamb and the frame opening for a vertical distance of six (6) inches (153mm) each side of the strike. 415 of 818
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9 2. Framing. In wood framing, horizontal blocking shall be placed between studs at door lock height for three (3) stud spaces each side of the door openings.
Jambs shall have solid backing against sole plates.
3. Door Stops. Door stops on wooden jambs for in-swinging doors shall be of one piece construction with the jamb. Jambs for all doors shall be constructed or protected so as to prevent violation of the strike.
4. Strike Plate. The strike plate for deadbolts on all wood frame doors shall be constructed of minimum sixteen (16) U.S. gauge steel, bronze, or brass and secured to the jamb by a minimum of two screws.
5. Hinges. Hinges for out-swinging doors shall be equipped with non-removable hinge pins or a mechanical interlock to preclude removal of the door from the exterior by removing the hinge pins.
12. Windows/Sliding Glass Doors; Requirements. The following requirements must be met for windows and sliding glass doors:
1. Exterior Window; Exemptions. Except as otherwise specified in Section 14 (Special Residential Building Provisions), and Section 15 (Special Commercial Building Provisions) all openable exterior windows and sliding glass doors shall comply with the tests as set forth in Section 16 (Performance Testing).
2. Louvered Windows. Louvered windows shall not be used when any portion of the window is less than 12 feet (3658mm) vertically or 6 feet (1829mm) horizontally from an accessible surface or any adjoining roof, balcony, landing, stair tread, platform, or similar structure.
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10 13. Garage-Type Doors. Rolling overhead, solid overhead, swing or sliding accordion garage-type doors shall conform to the following standards:
1. Wood Doors. Wood doors shall have panels a minimum of five-sixteenths (5/16) inch (8mm) in thickness with the locking hardware being attached to the support framing.
2. Aluminum Doors. Aluminum doors shall be a minimum thickness of .0215 inches (.546mm) and riveted together a minimum of eighteen (18) inches (458mm) on center along the outside seams. There shall be a full width horizontal beam attached to the main door structure which shall meet the pilot, or pedestrian access, door framing within three (3) inches (76mm) of the strike area of the pilot or pedestrian access door.
3. Fiberglass Doors. Fiberglass doors shall have panels a minimum density of six (6) ounces per square foot (1831 gram/m2) from the bottom of the door to a height of seven (7) feet (2134mm). Panels above seven (7) feet (2134mm) and panels in residential structures shall have a density not less than five (5) ounces per square foot (1526 grams/m2).
4. Cylinder Locks. Doors utilizing a cylinder lock shall have a minimum five (5) pin tumbler operation with the locking bar or bolt extending into the receiving guide a minimum of one (1) inch (25.4mm).
5. Wide Doors, Receiving Points. Doors that exceed sixteen (16) feet (4877mm) in width shall have two lock receiving points; or, if the door does not exceed nineteen (19) feet (5791mm), a single bolt may be used if placed in the center of 417 of 818
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11 the door with the locking point located either at the floor or door frame header; or, torsion spring counter balance type hardware may be used.
6. Electrically Operated Doors. Except in a residential building, doors secured by electrical operation shall have a keyed-switch to open the door when in a closed position, or by a signal locking device.
7. Slide Bolt Assemblies. Doors with slide bolt assemblies shall have frames a minimum of .120 inches (3mm) in thickness, with a minimum bolt diameter of one-half (½) inch (13mm) and protrude at least one and one-half (1-1/2) inches (38mm) into the receiving guide. A bolt diameter of three-eights (3/8) inch (10mm) may be used in a residential building. The slide bolt shall be attached to the door with non-removable bolts from the outside. Rivets shall not be used to attach slide bolt assemblies.
8. Padlock(s). Except in a residential building, padlock(s) used with exterior mounted slide bolt(s) shall have a hardened steel shackle locking both at heel and toe and a minimum five pin tumbler operation with a non-removable key when in an unlocked position. Padlock(s) used with interior mounted slide bolt(s) shall have a hardened steel shackle with a minimum four pin tumbler operation. A certificate of verification from the contractor/owner declaring that he has advised the occupant of the padlock requirements of this section shall be acceptable as complying with the above requirements.
14. Special Residential Building Provisions.
14.1. Swinging Exterior Doors. Except for vehicular access doors, all exterior swinging doors of any residential building and attached garages, including the 418 of 818
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12 door leading from the garage area into the dwelling unit shall be equipped as follows:
1. Wood Doors. All wood doors shall be of solid core construction with a minimum thickness of one and three-fourths (1-3/4) inches (45mm), or with panels not less than nine-sixteenths (9/16) inch (15mm) thick.
2. Locks. A single or double door shall be equipped with a single cylinder deadbolt lock. The bolt shall have a minimum projection of one (1) inch (25.4mm) and be constructed so as to repel cutting tool attack. The deadbolt shall have an embedment of at least three-fourths (3/4) inch (19mm) into the strike receiving the projected bolt. The cylinder shall have a cylinder guard, a minimum of five pin tumblers, and shall be connected to the inner portion of the lock by connecting screws of at least one fourth (1/4) inch (6.3mm) in diameter. All installation shall be done so that the performance of the locking device will meet the intended anti- burglary requirements. A dual locking mechanism constructed so that both deadbolt and latch can be retracted by a single action of the inside door knob, or lever, may be substituted provided it meets all other specifications for locking devices.
3. Double Doors. The inactive leaf of double doors shall be equipped with metal flush bolts having a minimum embedment of five-eights (5/8) inch (16mm) into the head and threshold or the door frame. 419 of 818
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13 4. Glazing. Glazing in exterior doors or within forty (40) inches (1016mm) of any locking mechanism shall be of fully tempered glass or rated burglary resistant glazing.
5. Wide Angle Viewer. Except where clear vision panels are installed, all front exterior doors shall be equipped with a wide angle (1800) door viewer.
14.2. Address Number and Identifying Data. Address numbers and other identifying data shall be displayed as follows:
1. Address Number. All residential dwellings shall display an address number in a prominent location on the street side of the residence in such a position that the number is easily visible to approaching emergency vehicles. The numerals shall be no less than four (4) inches (102mm) in height and shall be of a contrasting color to the background to which they are attached. In addition, any multi-family residence which affords vehicular access to the rear through any driveway, alleyway or parking lot shall also display the same numbers on the rear of the building. (See also Volume VI Section 505.1)
2. Multiple Family Dwelling; Illuminated Diagrams and Identification Numbers. There shall be positioned at each entrance of a multiple family dwelling complex an illuminated diagrammatic representation of the complex which shows the location of the viewer, the unit designations within the complex, each unit that is a “non smoking” unit (as governed by Chapter 8.52 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, or any successor 420 of 818
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14 legislation), the smoking permitted area authorized under Section 8.52.130 of the GMC and the complex’s exits, stairwells, elevators, fire alarm annunciator panels, and standpipes. In addition, each individual unit within the complex shall display a prominent identification number, not less than four (4) inches (102mm) in height, which is easily visible to approaching vehicular and/or pedestrian traffic. In addition, any multiple family dwelling which affords vehicular access to the rear through any driveway, alleyway or parking lot shall also display the same numbers on the rear of the building.
14.3. Lighting; Multiple Family Dwellings. Lighting in multiple family dwellings shall be as follows:
1. Aisles, Passageways and Recesses. Aisles, passageways and recesses related to and within the building complex shall be illuminated with an intensity of at least twenty-five hundredths (.25) of a footcandle (2.7 lux) at the ground level during the hours of darkness. Lighting devices shall be protected by weather and vandalism-resistant covers.
2. Parking Structures, Parking Lots and Carports. Parking structures, parking lots and carports shall be provided with a minimum of two (2) foot-candles (21.5 lux) of light on the parking surface during the hours of darkness. Lighting devices shall be protected by weather and vandalism- resistant covers.
15. Special Commercial Building Provisions.
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15 15.1. Swinging Exterior Doors; Construction and Glazing. Swinging exterior glass doors, wood or metal doors with glass panels, and solid wood or metal doors of commercial buildings shall be constructed or protected as follows:
1. Wood Doors Construction. Wood doors shall be of solid core construction with a minimum thickness of one and three-fourths (1-3/4) inches (45mm). Wood panel doors with panels less than one (1) inch (25.4mm) thick shall be covered on the inside with a minimum sixteen (16) U.S. gauge sheet steel, or its equivalent, which is to be attached with screws on minimum six (6) inch (153mm) centers. Hollow steel doors shall be a minimum of sixteen (16) U.S. gauge steel and have sufficient reinforcement to maintain the designed thickness of the door when any locking device is installed; such reinforcement being able to restrict collapsing of the door around any locking device.
2. Glazing, Iron or Steel Grills. Except when double cylinder deadbolts are utilized, any glazing within 40 inches (1016mm) of any door locking mechanism shall be constructed or protected as follows:
2.1. Fully tempered glass or rated burglary resistant glazing; or
2.2. Iron or steel grills of at least one-eighth (1/8) inch (3mm) material with a minimum two (2) inches (52mm) mesh
secured on the inside of the glazing may be utilized; or
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16 more than five (5) inches (122mm) apart, secured on the inside of the glazing.
2.4. Items 2.2 and 2.3 above shall not interfere with the operation of opening windows if such windows are
required to be openable by the Glendale Building and
Safety Code, 2014.
15.2. Swinging Exterior Doors, Equipment and Construction. All swinging exterior wood and steel doors of commercial buildings shall be equipped as follows:
1. Deadbolts. A single or double door shall be equipped with a double or single cylinder deadbolt. The bolt shall have a minimum projection of one (1) inch (25.4mm) and be constructed so as to repel cutting tool attack. The deadbolt shall have an embedment of at least three-fourths (3/4) inch (19mm) into the strike receiving the projected bolt. The cylinder shall have a cylinder guard, a minimum of five pin tumblers, and shall be connected to the inner portion of the lock by connecting screws of at least one-fourth (1/4) inch (7mm) in diameter. The provisions of the preceding paragraph do not apply where (1) panic hardware is required, or (2) an equivalent device is approved by the building official.
2. Construction and Equipment. Double doors shall be constructed and equipped as follows:
2.1. The inactive leaf of double door(s) shall be equipped with metal flush bolts having a minimum embedment of five-eighths (5/8) inch (16mm) into the head and threshold of the door frame.
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17 2.2. Double doors shall have an astragal constructed of steel a minimum of .125 inch (3mm) thick which will cover the opening between the doors.
The astragal shall be a minimum of two (2) inches (51mm) wide, and extend a minimum of one (1) inch (25.4mm) beyond the edge of the door to which it is attached. The astragal shall be attached to the outside of the active door by means of welding or with non-removable bolts spaced apart on not more than ten (10) inch (254mm) centers.
15.3. Aluminum Door Equipment. Aluminum frame swinging doors of commercial buildings shall be equipped as follows:
1. The jamb on all aluminum frame swinging doors shall be so constructed or protected to withstand 1600 pounds (7117N) of pressure in both a vertical distance of three (3) inches (76mm) and a horizontal distance of one (1) inch (25.4mm) each side of the strike, so as to prevent violation of the strike.
2. A single or double door shall be equipped with a double cylinder deadbolt with a bolt projection exceeding one (1) inch (25.4mm), or a hook shape or expanding dog bolt that engages the strike sufficiently to prevent spreading.
The deadbolt lock shall have a minimum of five pin tumblers and a cylinder guard.
15.4. Panic Hardware. Panic hardware in commercial buildings, whenever otherwise required by this Code or Title 19, California Administrative Code, shall be installed as follows:
1. Panic hardware shall contain a minimum of two (2) locking points on each door; or
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18 2. On single doors, panic hardware may have one locking point which is not to be located at either the top or bottom rails of the door frame. The door shall have an astragal constructed of steel .125 inch (3mm) thick which shall be attached with non-removable bolts to the outside of the door. The astragal shall extend a minimum of one (1) inch (25.4mm) beyond the edge of the door to which it is attached.
3. Double doors containing panic hardware shall have an astragal attached to the doors at their meeting point which will close the opening between them, but not interfere with the operation of either door.
15.5. Sliding Doors. Horizontal sliding doors in commercial buildings shall be equipped with a metal guide track at top and bottom and a cylinder lock and/or padlock with a hardened steel shackle which locks at both heel and toe, and a minimum five pin tumbler operation with non-removable key when in an unlocked position. The bottom track shall be so designed that the door cannot be lifted from the track when the door is in a locked position.
15.6. Office Buildings; Doors to Suites. In office buildings with multiple occupancy, all entrance doors to individual office suites shall meet the construction and locking requirements for exterior doors.
15.7. Accessible Windows. Windows in commercial buildings shall be deemed accessible if less than twelve (12) feet (3658mm) above the ground. Accessible windows having a pane exceeding ninety-six (96) square inches (61935mm2) in an area with the smallest dimension exceeding six (6) inches (153mm) and not visible from a public 425 of 818
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19 thoroughfare (including any street, alleyway or sidewalk supported and maintained through public funds) shall be protected in the following manner.
1. Fully tempered glass or burglary resistant glazing; or
2. The following window barriers may be used but shall be secured with non- removable bolts:
2.1. Inside or outside iron bars of at least one- half (½) inch (13mm) round or one by one-quarter (1 x 1/4) inch (25.4mm x 7mm) flat steel material, spaced not more than five (5) inches (127mm) apart and securely fastened; or
2.2. Inside or outside iron or steel grills of at least one-eighth (1/8) inch (3mm) material with not more than a two (2) inch (51mm) mesh and securely fastened.
3. If a side or rear window is of the type that can be opened, it shall, where applicable, be secured on the inside with either a slide bar, bolt, crossbar, auxiliary locking device, and/or padlock with hardened steel shackle and a minimum four pin tumbler operation.
4. The protective bars or grills shall not interfere with the operation of opening windows if such windows are required to be openable by this Code.
15.8. Exterior Transoms. All exterior transoms exceeding ninety-six (96) square inches (61935mm2) on the side and rear of any commercial building or premises used for business purposes shall be protected by one of the following:
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20 2. The following barriers may be used but shall be secured with non-removable bolts:
2.1. Outside iron bars of at least one-half (½) inch (13mm) round or one by one-quarter (1 x 1/4) inch (25.4mm x 7mm) flat steel material, spaced no more than five (5) inches (127mm) apart and securely fastened; or
2.2. Outside iron or steel grills of at least one-eighth (1/8) inch (3mm) with not more than a two (2) inches (51mm) mesh and securely fastened.
3. The protective bars or grills shall not interfere with the operation of opening the transoms if such transoms are required to be openable by this Code or Title 19, California Administrative Code.
15.9. Roof Openings. Roof openings of commercial buildings shall be equipped as follows:
1. All skylights on the roof of any building or premise used for business purposes shall be provided with:
1.1. Rated burglary resistant glazing; or
1.2. Iron bars of at least one-half (½) inch (13mm) round or one by one- fourth (1 x 1/4) inch (25.4mm x 7mm) flat steel material under the skylight and securely fastened; or
1.3. A steel grill of at least one-eighth (1/8) inch (3mm) material with a maximum two (2) inches (51mm) mesh under the skylight and securely fastened.
2. All hatchway openings on the roof of any building or premises used for business purposes shall be secured as follows:
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21 2.1. If the hatchway is of wooden material, it shall be covered on the inside with at least sixteen (16) U.S. gauge sheet metal, or its equivalent, attached with screws.
2.2. The hatchway shall be secured from the inside with a slide bar or slide bolts.
2.3. Outside hinges on all hatchway openings shall be provided with non- removable pins when using pin-type hinges.
3. All air duct or air vent openings exceeding ninety-six (96) square inches (61935mm2) on the roof or exterior walls of any building or premises used for business purposes shall be secured by covering the same with either of the following:
3.1. Iron bars of at least one-half (½) inch (13mm) round or one by one- fourth (1 x 1/4) inch (25.4mm x 7mm) flat steel material spaced no more than five (5) inches (127mm) apart and securely fastened; or
3.2. Iron or steel grills of at least one-eighth (1/8) inch (3mm) material with a maximum two (2) inches (51mm) mesh and securely fastened.
3.3. If the barrier is on the outside, it shall be secured with bolts which are non-removable from the exterior.
3.4. The above (3.1 and 3.2) must not interfere with venting requirements creating a potentially hazardous condition to health and safety or conflict with the provisions of this Code or Title 19, California Administrative Code.
Exceptions:
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22 1. Air duct openings covered by mechanical equipment weighing more than 200 lbs. (890N) or sufficiently anchored with duct access(es) sufficiently secured.
2. A security system approved by the building official.
15.10. Permanent Ladders. Permanently affixed ladders leading to roofs of commercial buildings shall be fully enclosed with sheet metal to a height of ten feet (3048mm). This covering shall be locked against the ladder with a case hardened hasp, secured with non- removable screws or bolts. Hinges on the cover will be provided with non-removable pins when using pin-type hinges. If a padlock is used, it shall have a hardened steel shackle, locking at both heel and toe, and a minimum five pin tumbler operation with non-removable key when in an unlocked position.
15.11. Address Numbers, Identifying Data, and Illumination. The following standards shall apply to lighting, address identification and parking areas:
1. The address number of every commercial building shall be illuminated during the hours of darkness so that it shall be easily visible from the street. The numerals in these numbers shall be no less than six (6) inches (153mm) in height and be of a color contrasting to the background. In addition, any business which affords vehicular access to the rear through any driveway, alleyway or parking lot shall also display the same numbers on the rear of the building.
2. All exterior commercial doors, during the hours of darkness, shall be illuminated with a minimum of one (1) footcandle (10.796 lux) of light. All exterior bulbs shall be protected by weather and vandalism-resistant covers. 429 of 818
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23 3. Parking structures, open parking lots and access thereto, providing more than ten parking spaces and for use by the general public, shall be provided with a maintained minimum of one (1) footcandle (10.769 lux) of light on the parking surface from dusk until the termination of business every operating day.
16. Performance Testing.
16.1. Responsibility of Owner. It shall be the responsibility of the owner or his or designated agent, of a building or structure falling within the provisions of this Volume, to provide the enforcing authority with a written specification performance test report indicating that the materials utilized meet the minimum requirements.
16.2. Proof of Compliance. Whenever there is sufficient evidence of compliance with the provisions of this Volume or evidence that any material or any construction does not conform to the requirements of this Volume, or in order to substantiate claims for alternate materials or methods of construction, the enforcing authority may require tests as proof of compliance to be made at the expense of the owner or his agent by any agency which is approved by the enforcing authority.
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24 16.4. Testing Methods. The enforcing authority shall establish and adopt testing methods which shall substantially meet the minimum standards in the most recent edition of the California Building Code.
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1 VOLUME VIII.
COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY
MAINTENANCE CODE
SECTION VIII-1. Volume VIII of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby adopted to read as follows:
10. PURPOSE. The Council of the City of Glendale has determined that the economic vitality of the City is directly impacted by the visual character and physical condition of its commercial and industrial neighborhoods. It is the purpose of this code to provide minimum standards for maintenance of properties in these districts, improve community appearance, and to protect the public health, safety and welfare of individuals who live, work, shop and/or operate business within and surrounding these districts.
The goals of this code are to promote an attractive business community that will help serve the economic and social interests of the City, to enhance the value of all commercial and industrial property and promote the overall economic development within the City by preventing commercial and industrial properties from becoming blighted resulting in diminution in the enjoyment, use, and property values of properties in and around the commercial and industrial areas. In adopting this code, it is the Council's intention to set forth maintenance standards for commercial and industrial properties.
20. SCOPE. The standards set forth in this code shall apply to all lots and parcels in all commercial and industrial zoning districts, as defined in Title 30 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995 ("GMC") and all structures located on such real property.
30. DEFINITIONS. For the purpose of this code, the following words and phrases shall have the following meanings:
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2 "COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPING AREAS" shall be as defined by Title 30 of the GMC or as a "condition of approval" of a discretionary action in any commercial, commercial/industrial or industrial zone.
"VISUALLY OPAQUE" shall mean material that does not allow the viewing of images through it.
40. AUTHORIZATION. The building official or his or her designee(s) is authorized and directed to enforce the provisions of this code. For such purposes the building official shall have the powers of a law enforcement officer. The building official shall have the power to render interpretations of this code and to adopt and enforce rules and supplemental regulations in order to clarify the application of its provisions.
50. MAINTENANCE OF PROPERTY, GENERALLY. All property, buildings and structures or portions thereof shall be maintained in clean, and neat condition, in good repair and free of graffiti.
It is unlawful and deemed a public nuisance for any person owning, leasing, occupying or managing any commercial, commercial/industrial or industrial zoned property to maintain property contrary to this code.
60. SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY. Any building, structure or portion thereof which is determined to be an unsafe building in accordance with Chapter 1 Division II Section 116, Volume IA, Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2020; or any building or portion thereof, or the premises on which the same is located, in which there exists any of the following listed conditions shall be deemed and hereby is declared to be a substandard building and a violation of this code:
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3 1. Any building, structure or portion thereof that is dilapidated, dangerous, abandoned, partially destroyed, or unsafe as defined in the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, resulting from decay, damage, faulty construction or arrangement, fire, wind, earthquake, flood old age or neglect, inadequate exits, human or mechanical damage, or improper occupancy;
2. Any building, structure or portions thereof on which the condition of the paint has become so deteriorated as to permit decay, excessive checking, cracking, peeling, chalking, dry rot, warping, or termite infestation;
3. Any building, structure, wall or fence on which graffiti has been placed which is visible from a public street;
4. Any premises, building or portions thereof that are unsanitary. Unsanitary conditions shall include, but not be limited to, infestation of insects, vermin or rodents, rubbish, trash or debris maintained in any doorway or vestibule, lack of adequate garbage and rubbish storage and removal facilities, and/or lack of or improper connection to required sewage disposal system;
5. All electrical service to any electrical wiring devices, appliance, or equipment which is found to be dangerous to life or property because they are defective or improperly installed or used;
6. Plumbing which was installed in violation of GMC requirements in effect a t the time of installation or which has not been maintained in a sanitary and safe operating condition;
7.a. All mechanical systems, materials and appurtenances, both existing and new equipment which were installed in violation of the code edition under which 434 of 818
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4 installed and/or not maintained in proper operating condition in accordance with the original design and in a safe and hazard free condition. b. Screening devices used to obstruct the view of such devices which are not maintained in a clean and neat condition;
c. Any equipment and/or screening device or part thereof that is defective, broken, damaged, or weathered;
8. Any building or portions thereof which has faulty weather protection which shall include, but not be limited to, deteriorated or ineffective waterproofing of exterior walls, roofs, foundations or floors, parapets, including broken windows or doors, defective or lack of weather protection for exterior wall coverings, including lack of paint, or weathering due to lack of paint or other protective covering, or broken, rotted, split, or buckled exterior wall coverings or roof coverings and damaged or non-functioning drainage structures;
9. Any building, premises or portions thereof, device, apparatus, equipment, combustible waste or vegetation which is in such a condition as to cause a fire or explosion or provide a ready fuel to augment the spread and intensity of fire or explosion arising from any cause; or
10. Except as provided in Title 30 of the GMC, the accumulation of weeds, vegetation, junk, abandoned or inoperable motor vehicles, dead organic matter, debris, garbage, offal, rat harborages, stagnant water, combustible materials or similar materials on a premises or property;
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5 70. DECLARATION OF SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY. Whenever the building official or his or her designee(s) finds that a substandard condition(s) exist on any property covered by this code, he or she shall declare the building, structure, and/or premises as substandard and require the owner to complete repairs, removal or clearing of such condition(s) within the time set forth in a notification to the property owner of the substandard conditions. All notices and orders to the property owner shall be issued and recorded pursuant to Chapter 11, Volume V, Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023.
80. VACANT OR UNOCCUPIED BUILDINGS OR STRUCTURES. Vacant or unoccupied buildings or structures, and the property on which they are constructed, shall be continuously maintained to the standards set forth in this code.
90. PREMISES, GENERALLY. Premises of commercial, commercial/industrial and industrial zoned properties shall be maintained free of dirt, litter and debris.
Entryways, porticos, alcoves and ve stibules shall be maintained free of dirt, litter and debris.
Windows and window displays shall be clean. Temporary window signs and display materials as permitted by Title 30 of the GMC which have become faded, torn or in disrepair are prohibited.
Awnings must be in good repair. Awnings which are faded or torn or on which lettering is becoming detached, faded or in poor repair are prohibited.
A violation of Section 90 shall be deemed an infraction punishable as provided in Section 1.20 and 1.24 of the GMC.
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6 100. CONSTRUCTION SITES. Work must proceed in a timely manner pursuant to Chapter 1 Division II Section 105.5, Volume IA of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023.
The accumulation of dirt, litter, debris, and equipment in or on the adjoining street, and/or sidewalk during construction shall be prohibited, unless otherwise permitted pursuant to a City of Glendale permit.
110. SIGNS. All signs and sign structures erected or placed on properties within the Commercial and Manufacturing Zones shall be maintained in a good and safe structural condition, shall be painted on all exterior parts at least as often as required to prevent fading, chipping, peeling and rusting, and shall be maintained in good condition and appearance as specified in Section 30.33 of the GMC.
A violation of Section 110 shall be deemed an infraction punishable as provided in Section 1.20 and 1.24 of the GMC.
120. LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION. All planting material and planting beds shall be permanently maintained in a clean, orderly and healthy manner at all times, pursuant to requirements set forth in Title 30 of the GMC. Any landscaping that is not in a healthy or living state shall be replaced. If a landscape plan is part of any City approval, the replacement of such planting material shall be in accordance with the approved landscaping plan. Proposals to modify an approved landscaping plan, which has been in effect for more than two years, may be reviewed and approved by the Director of Community Development, without the necessity of returning to the Design Review Board or other permitting authority. For those commercial or industrial properties within a redevelopment project area, any of the modifications under the 437 of 818
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7 conditions set forth above, may be reviewed and approved by the Director of Community Development.
No landscaping shall be permitted in areas where such landscaping in any way endangers the health, or public safety by creating a traffic hazard, by obstructing vision, or which is detrimental or harmful to the use of surrounding properties.
All irrigation systems shall be maintained in good repair and working condition.
Said systems shall be adjusted so as not to spray across or into any sidewalk, driveway, and/or street.
Violation of Section 120 shall be deemed an infraction punishable as provided in section 1.20 and 1.24 of the GMC.
130. PARKWAYS AND PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY. All sidewalks and parkways located adjacent to and adjoining commercial or industrial properties shall be maintained free of junk, trash, debris, litter, painted or inked survey marks (after the work is completed or work in connection therewith), appliances, furniture, overgrown and unpruned privately owned trees and shrubs, weeds and grass in excess of six (6) inches in height, by the owner or the responsible party in control of such property. Landscaping in parkways shall be permanently maintained in a clean, orderly and healthy manner at all times, pursuant to requirements set forth in Chapter 8.32 of the GMC. 140. PARKING SPACES, LOTS AND STRUCTURES. All parking lots and structures and their surfaces shall be maintained in a clean, and neat condition and in good repair free of junk, trash, debris, litter, weeds, appliances, furniture, and abandoned or inoperable motor vehicles. All drainage structures shall be maintained and operable and free of standing water. All parking stalls shall be clearly identified with paint or 438 of 818
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8 other approved striping materials on the surface of the parking area. All parking lot improvements, including the striping of stalls, appropriate signing and lighting, shall be permanently maintained pursuant to Chapter 30.32 of the GMC.
The following conditions or activities are prohibited:
1. The repair or servicing of any type of vehicles in any parking lot or struc ture, except as expressly permitted by the GMC;
2. The use of required parking spaces during regular business hours, for storage of commercial or other vehicles, including but not limited to, busses, trailers, recreational vehicles, boats and motor homes, except as otherwise expressly permitted by the GMC, or as incident to the use permitted on the site;
3. Vehicles of any type, parked or stored for sale on any parking lot or vacant parcel except in conjunction with a bona fide vehicle sales agency.
A viol ation of section 140 shall be deemed an infraction punishable as provided in Section 1.20 and 1.24 of the GMC.
150. LOADING AREAS. All loading areas must be maintained free and clear of junk, trash, debris, appliances, furniture or any other items. Loading areas shall be maintained in a clean and neat condition, free of any refuse that might attract or harbor rodents, vermin and/or insects.
160. OUTSIDE STORAGE AREAS. Except as provided in Title 30 of the GMC, there shall be no outside storage of tools, equipment, supplies, materials or merchandise at any time in any commercial or commercial/industrial zoning district. Temporary sheds, tents, awnings and the like are prohibited.
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9 170. REFUSE CONTAINERS AND STORAGE AREAS. Refuse storage containers and enclosures shall be maintained in the following manner:
1. All refuse and refuse containers shall be stored within an approved storage area or within an enclosed building;
2. All refuse storage areas shall be maintained in a clean and neat manner and refuse shall not project above the height of said enclosure; and
3. All refuse storage areas shall be readily accessible to the users they serve as well as for collection operations.
4. All refuse containers shall be maintained so as to be free of graffiti. All refuse containers shall be securely covered, maintained in good repair, with no jagged or torn metal, and sealed so as not to leak liquid waste.
180. UNIMPROVED PROPERTY. Unimproved real property in any commercial, commercial/industrial or industrial zoning district shall be maintained in such a manner so as to not be a detriment to other nearby properties and not adversely affect the public's health, safety and welfare. Unimproved property shall be maintained in a clean and neat manner free of junk, trash, debris, litter, abandoned or inoperable vehicles, stagnant water, abandoned excavations, appliances and furniture, vegetation that is not in a healthy or living state and overgrown vegetation. Living vegetation shall be maintained so as not to exceed an overall height of six (6) inches except for trees and shrubs that are exempt from this requirement. Vehicles of any type shall not be parked or stored for sale on any parking lot or vacant or unimproved parcel except in conjunction with a bona fide vehicle sales agency.
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10 190. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS AVAILABLE. Nothing in this code shall be deemed to prevent the City from beginning a civil, criminal and/or administrative proceeding to abate the public nuisance or from pursuing the above remedies individually or collectively or pursuing any other means available to the City under the provisions of applicable ordinances or State law or as alternatives to or in conjunction with the proceedings herein set forth.
200. VIOLATIONS. Unless otherwise stated, the owner or other entity having charge or control of any structure or real property located in a commercial or industrial zoning district who maintains such structure or real property in violation of the provisions of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor.
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1 VOLUME IX. GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS
SECTION IX-1. Volume IX of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is amended as hereinafter provided.
SECTION IX-2. Section 301.1 of Volume IX of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby amended to read as follows:
301.1 Scope. Buildings and structures shall be designed to include the green building measures specified as mandatory in the application checklist contained in this code.
Voluntary green building measures are also included in this code the application checklists and may be included in the design and construction of structures covered by this code, but are not required unless adopted by a city, county, or city and county as specified in Section 101.7.
SECTION IX-3. Section 4.106.5 of Volume IX of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
4.106.5 Water permeable surfaces. Permeable paving is utilized for the parking, walking or patio surfaces in compliance with the following.
Not less than 20 percent of the total on-grade, residential uncovered parking, walking or patio surfaces shall be permeable.
Exceptions:
1. The primary driveway, primary entry walkway and entry porch or landing shall not be included when calculating the area required to be a permeable surface.
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SECTION IX-4 Section 4.509 Volume IX of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, is hereby added to read as follows:
SECTION 4.509
NATURAL LIGHT AND VENTILATION
4.509.1 Natural light. The minimum net glazed area shall not be less than 10 percent of the floor area of the room served.
4.509.2 Natural ventilation. The minimum openable area to the outdoors shall be 5 percent of the floor area being ventilated.
Adopted by four-fifths (4/5ths) vote of the Council of the City of Glendale on the _____ day of _________________, 2022.
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ATTEST:
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ALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS.
CITY OF GLENDALE )
I, SUZIE ABAJIAN, Ph.D., City Clerk of the City of Glendale, certify that the foregoing Ordinance No._________ was adopted by a four-fifths (4/5ths) vote of the Council of the City of Glendale, California, at a regular meeting held on the __________ day of _________________, 2022, and that the same was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Abstain:
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City Clerk
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RESOLUTION NO. __________
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, ADOPTING
LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS SUPPORTING AMENDMENTS AND CHANGES TO THE
CALIFORNIA STATE BUILDING STANDARDS CODE AS CONTAINED IN THE GLENDALE BUILDING AND SAFETY CODE, 2023
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Glendale has adopted and/or will be adopting an ordinance adopting the California Building Standards Code, which consists of the 2022 editions of the California Building Code, Residential Code, California Existing Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, Electrical Code, Fire Code, Green Building Standards Code, 1997 Uniform Housing Code, and making modifications and changes thereto, all of which shall comprise a portion of the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023; and
WHEREAS, the California Health and Safety Code Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 require the governing body of a city, before making any modifications or changes to the California Building Standards Code, to make express findings that such modifications or changes are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Glendale finds that a departure from the California Building Standards Code is reasonably necessary due to local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions.
NOW THEREFORE the City Council of the City of Glendale, California, does hereby resolve as follows:
SECTION 1.Legislative Findings. Modifications and changes contained in the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023, are required in order to provide specific and greater protections to the public health, safety and welfare than are afforded by the California Building Standards Code due to local climatic, geological, and topographical conditions. The legislative findings for such modifications and changes are made pursuant to Sections 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code, as set forth in the report of the Director of Community Development dated November 1 and November 15, 2022, and attachments thereto, entitled “Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023 (Analysis of amendments to the California Code of Regulation)”, attached hereto as Exhibit “1” and by this reference incorporated herein.
SECTION 2. This Resolution shall become effective on the same date as Ordinance No. , which adopts and amends the California Building Standards Code, as the Glendale Building and Safety Code, 2023.
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SECTION 3.The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to transmit a certified copy of this Resolution to the California Building Standards Commission of the State of California.
Adopted this _______ day of __________________________, 2022. ______________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss.
CITY OF GLENDALE )
I, SUZIE ABAJIAN, Ph.D., Clerk of the City of Glendale, certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted by the Council of the City of Glendale, California, at a regular meeting held on the ______day of _________, 2022, and that same was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Abstain:
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1 GLENDALE BUILDING AND SAFETY CODE, 2023
(Analysis of amendments to the California Code of Regulation)
Introduction
The Glendale Building and Safety Code is comprised of ten (10) distinct volumes as follows:
Volume IA: Building Standards (For Commercial and Multi-Family Residential) Volume IB: Residential Standards (For One-and-Two Family Dwellings and Townhouses) Volume IC: Existing Building Standards
Volume II: Plumbing Standards
Volume III: Mechanical Standards
Volume IV: Electrical Standards
Volume V: Housing Standards
Volume VI: Fire Standards
Volume VII: Security Standards
Volume VIII: Commercial and Industrial Property Maintenance Standards Volume IX: Green Building Standards
The regulatory requirements contained within the first six (6) volumes and Volume IX contained within the California Code of Regulations (CCR), specifically, portions of Titles 19, 24, and 25. The California Building Standards Commission (CBSC) adopted such requirements into the California Building Code, California Residential Code, California Existing Building Code, California Plumbing Code, California Mechanical Code, California Electrical Code, California Fire Code, and California Green Building Standards Code. Adoption and enforcement of the Uniform Housing Code is mandated through the State Housing Law (Health and Safety Code, Division 13, Part 1.5, Section 17960). The 1997 Edition of the Uniform Housing Code was adopted by the California Department of Housing and Community Development as provided for in CCR, Title 25, Division 1, Chapter 1, Subchapter 1, Article 5, Section 32.
Local adoption of such codes is mandated on January 1, 2023. Prior to such adoption, jurisdictional bodies may amend said codes if such amendments are justified on the basis of a local climatic, local geologic or local topographic condition which makes such amendment(s) necessary.
The following summary compares the proposed amendments for the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code with the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, and discusses the reason and justification for each such amendment. Each amendment is identified by the section number used in the proposed ordinance. Many of the proposed amendments have been renumbered to match the revised format of the International Codes upon which several of the California codes are based. 447 of 818
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2 Volume IA
Building Standards
Section IA - 2.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 101.2 Scope.
This amendment is similar to the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment refers to administrative procedures to be followed, as the State adopted the International Residential Code.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section 1A – 3.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 104.10.2 Fire code official concurrence.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment provides administrative clarification regarding the need for concurrence by the Fire code official on appeals/slight code modifications which involve fire/life safety issues. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 4.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 104.11.5 Fire code official concurrence.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment provides administrative clarification regarding the need for concurrence by the Fire code official on the use of alternate materials or methods of construction which involve fire/life safety issues. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 5.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 105.1 Required.
This amendment is the same as in the 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment maintains a requirement for a permit to stripe parking lots. (Justification: Administrative - see justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 6.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 105.3 Application for permit.
This amendment is the same as the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes the requirement for a plan review fee to be paid. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 7.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 105.3.1.1 Electric vehicle charging station review process.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes administrative procedures and an expedited, streamlined permitting process for electric vehicle charging stations to facilitate convenient charging of electric vehicles and help reduce the City’s reliance on environmentally damaging fossil fuels. (Justification: Administrative, Geologic, Climatic, Topographic - See justification A, B, C, and D in the attached matrix.)
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3 Section IA – 8.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 105.3.2 Time limitation of application.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes a time limit for plan review to match legislation passed by City Council in 2005.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 9.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 105.3.3 Plan review fees.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment provides for the establishment of fees by resolution of the City Council. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 10.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 105.5 Expiration.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment provides a time limit for plan review to match legislation passed by city Council in 2005 and establishes the procedures for renewing action on an expired application. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA- 11.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 105.8 Responsibility of permittee.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment clearly establishes the permit applicant's responsibilities in express fashion, rather than reliance upon implicit understanding of same. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA- 12.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 107.3.4 Design professional in responsible charge.
This amendment is the same to the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment clearly establishes that all construction documents submitted for review shall be prepared by a registered design professional. This amendment also allows the building officials to make a determination to waive the requirement after reviewing the submitted documents and establishes the work is minor in nature.
(Justification: Administrative, Geologic, Climatic - See justification A, B and C in the attached matrix.) Section IA – 13.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 109.4 Work commencing before permit issuance.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes the fees to be collected when a permit is issued for which the work has commenced before obtaining the permit.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix) Section IA – 14.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 110.3.5 Lath, gypsum board and gypsum panel product inspection.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment refers to administrative procedures to be followed when inspecting lath and gypsum board.
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4 Section IA – 15.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 110.3.9.1 Structural observation.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2104, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment refers to administrative procedures to be followed when structural observation is required.
(Justification: Administrative - see justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 16.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R110.7 Re-inspections.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment restores and re-introduces a previous requirement in the building code that allows the Building Official to assess re-inspection fees in cases such as when inspection is called and work is not complete or when corrections called for are not made. This amendment makes the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Residential Standards in Volume IB, Plumbing Standards in Volume II, Mechanical Standards in Volume III, and Electrical Standards in Volume IV of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 17.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 113 BUILDING AND FIRE BOARD OF APPEALS.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes the joint Building and Fire Board of Appeals and the administrative procedures for the board.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 18.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 114.1 Unlawful acts.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment re-introduces administrative procedures when working with unsafe buildings and structures.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 19.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 114.4 Violation penalties.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment re-introduces administrative procedures when working with unsafe buildings and structures. This amendment is necessary to clarify administrative enforcement procedures, and establishes penalties.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 20.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 115.1 Authority.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment refers to administrative procedures to allow the building official to enforce local regulations.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
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Chapter 1 Division II, Section 115.3 Unlawful continuance.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code
This amendment identifies violations as misdemeanors.
(Justification: Administrative - see justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 22.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 116.6 Non-compliance.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment refers to administrative procedures to be followed when working with unsafe buildings or structures.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 23.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 116.7 Vacated Buildings.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment refers to administrative procedures to be followed when working with unsafe buildings or structures.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 24.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 118 CONSTRUCTION TOILET FACILITIES.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment requires construction sites to be equipped with available toilet facilities. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix
Section IA – 25.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 119 ON SITE CONSTRUCTION TRASH AND DEBRIS CONTROL.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment requires trash and debris control for facilities for construction sites, (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 26.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 120 DISASTER REPAIR AND RECONSTRUCTION.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes administrative procedures related to the repair and reconstruction of structures affected by a disaster.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
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Chapter 1 Division II, Section 121 SANDBLASTING.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes administrative regulations regarding sandblasting activities to protect adjoining property from potential damage due to over spray. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 28.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 202 DEFINITIONS.
This amendment is new to address a new word, Intermodal Shipping Container, added to the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment adds and clarifies various definitions for terms used within this Chapter. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 29.
[F] 403.3 Combination automatic sprinkler/standpipe system.
This amendment makes the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Fire Safety Standards in Volume VI of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment is an administrative amendment only, for consistency. The [F] indicates the language is copied from the Fire Code for consistency. If such amendment to the Fire Code requires further Justification pursuant to HSC 17958 and / or HSC 18941, such justifications are provided with the other local amendments to Title 24, Part 9 contained within this document. (Justification: Geologic, Climatic, Topographic - See justification B, C, and D in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 30.
[F] 403.3.3 Secondary water supply.
This amendment makes the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Fire Safety Standards in Volume VI of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment is an administrative amendment only, for consistency. The [F] indicates the language is copied from the Fire Code for consistency. If such amendment to the Fire Code requires further Justification pursuant to HSC 17958 and / or HSC 18941, such justifications are provided with the other local amendments to Title 24, Part 9 contained within this document. (Justification: Geologic, Climatic, Topographic - See justification B, C, and D in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 31.
503.2 Construction on contiguous lots under same ownership or occupancy.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes construction requirements for structures constructed on two or more contiguous lots, when such lots are held under common ownership or occupancy. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
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[F] 903.2.21 Where required.
This amendment makes the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Fire Safety Standards in Volume VI of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment is an administrative amendment only, for consistency. The [F] indicates the language is copied from the Fire Code for consistency. If such amendment to the Fire Code requires further Justification pursuant to HSC 17958 and / or HSC 18941, such justifications are provided with the other local amendments to Title 24, Part 9 contained within this document. (Justification: Administrative, Geologic, Climatic, Topographic - See justification A, B, C, and D in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 33.
[F] 906.8 Cabinets.
This amendment makes the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Fire Safety Standards in Volume VI of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment is an administrative amendment only, for consistency. The [F] indicates the language is copied from the Fire Code for consistency. If such amendment to the Fire Code requires further Justification pursuant to HSC 17958 and / or HSC 18941, such justifications are provided with the other local amendments to Title 24, Part 9 contained within this document. (Justification: Geologic, Climatic, Topographic - See justification B, C, and D in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 34.
[F] 906.9.1 Extinguishers weighing 40 pounds or less.
This amendment makes the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Fire Safety Standards in Volume VI of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment is an administrative amendment only, for consistency. The [F] indicates the language is copied from the Fire Code for consistency. If such amendment to the Fire Code requires further Justification pursuant to HSC 17958 and / or HSC 18941, such justifications are provided with the other local amendments to Title 24, Part 9 contained within this document. (Justification: Administrative – See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 35.
[F] 907.6.6 Monitoring.
This amendment makes the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Fire Safety Standards in Volume VI of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment is an administrative amendment only, for consistency. The [F] indicates the language is copied from the Fire Code for consistency. If such amendment to the Fire Code requires further Justification pursuant to HSC 17958 and / or HSC 18941, such justifications are provided with the other local amendments to Title 24, Part 9 contained within this document. (Justification: Geologic, Climatic, Topographic - See justification B, C, and D in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 36.
[F] 907.9 Certification and Identification of Certificated Systems.
This amendment makes the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Fire Safety Standards in Volume VI of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment is an administrative amendment only, for consistency. The [F] indicates the language is copied from the Fire Code for consistency. If such amendment to the Fire Code requires further Justification pursuant to HSC 17958 and / or HSC 18941, such justifications are provided with the other local amendments to Title 24, Part 9 contained within this document. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix.) 453 of 818
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[F] 913.7 Fire pumps and pump rooms.
This amendment makes the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Fire Safety Standards in Volume VI of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment is an administrative amendment only, for consistency. The [F] indicates the language is copied from the Fire Code for consistency. If such amendment to the Fire Code requires further Justification pursuant to HSC 17958 and / or HSC 18941, such justifications are provided with the other local amendments to Title 24, Part 9 contained within this document. (Justification: Geologic, Climatic, Topographic - See justification B, C, and D in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 38.
TABLE 1004.1.2 MAXIMUM FLOOR AREA ALLOWANCES PER OCCUPANT.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment defines an occupant load factor for billiard/pool tables and garment manufacturing.
(Justification: Administrative – See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 39.
TABLE 1006.2.1 SPACES WITH ONE EXIT OR EXIT ACCESS DOORWAY.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Table 1015.1 to match the new code format. This amendment defines a second exit threshold for garment manufacturing.
(Justification: Administrative– See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 40.
1505.1 General.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment prohibits the use of wood roof covering material, and requires other roof coverings to have a Class A rating, or be made of materials meeting the requirements of a Class B roofing assembly.
(Justification: Topographic and Climatic– See justification C and D in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 41.
TABLE 1505.1.
MINIMUM ROOF COVERING CLASSIFICATION FOR TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment eliminates the acceptance of Class C roofing materials. (Justification: Topographic and Climatic– See justification C and D in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 42.
1505.1.3 Roof coverings within all other areas.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment prohibits the use of wood roof covering material, and requires other roof coverings to have a Class A rating, or be made of materials meeting the requirements of a Class B roofing assembly in non-high fire hazard areas.
(Justification: Topographic and Climatic– See justification C and D in the attached matrix)
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1507.3.1 Deck requirements.
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment requires concrete and clay tiles to be installed only over solid structural sheathing boards. The change is necessary because there were numerous observations of tile roofs pulling away from wood framed buildings following the 1994 Northridge Earthquake. The SEAOSC/LA City Post Northridge Earthquake committee findings indicated significant problems with tile roofs was due to inadequate design and/or construction. Therefore, the amendment is needed to minimize such occurrences in the event of future significant earthquakes.
(Justification: Geologic and Climatic – see justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 44.
Table 1507.3.7 CLAY AND CONCRETE TILE ATTACHMENT.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment changes the minimum number of fasteners for tile roofing material from one fastener to two fasteners per tile even on relatively flat roofs, and increases the minimum side lap requirement for roofing felt. This amendment specifies nailing edge distances to ensure a sturdy connection. This amendment also establishes corrosion resistance characteristics for nails to mitigate water intrusion and water-accelerated corrosion of fastening material which results from heavy rains which occur throughout the local region.
(Justification: Geologic and Climatic – see justification B and C in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 45.
1511.7 Roof sheathing.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Section 1510.8 to match the new code format. This amendment requires existing buildings to be provided with a plywood diaphragm when roofing material is stripped from the structure, if such buildings do not have such a diaphragm,
(Justification: Geologic and Topographic– see justification B and D in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 46.
1613.5 Amendments to ASCE 7.
This amendment is new to the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. The provisions of this section shall be permitted as an amendment to the relevant provisions of ASCE 7. (Justification: Geologic and Topographic – See justification B and D in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 47.
1613.5.1 Values for Vertical Combinations.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Sections 1613.5.3 to match the new code format. This amendment is a revision to Section 12.2.3.1 exception 3 12.12-1 of ASCE 7-10 reference document.
Observed damages to one and two family dwellings of light frame construction after the Northridge Earthquake may have been partially attributed to vertical irregularities common to this type of occupancy and construction. In an effort to improve quality of construction and incorporate lesson learned from studies after the Northridge Earthquake, the proposed modification to ASCE 7-10 Section 12.2.3.1 Exception 3 by limiting the number of stories an d height of the structure to two stories will significantly minimize the impact of vertical irregularities and concentration of inelastic behavior from mixed structural systems. (Justification: Geologic and Topographic – See justification B and D in the attached matrix)
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1613.5.2 Wood Diaphragms.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Sections 1613.5.4 to match the new code format. This amendment is a revision to Section 12.11.2.2.3 of ASCE 7-10 reference document.
A joint Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC), Los Angeles County and Los Angeles City Task Force investigated the performance of concrete and masonry construction with flexible wood diaphragm failures after the Northridge earthquake. It was concluded at that time that continuous ties are needed at specified spacing to control cross grain tension in the interior of the diaphragm.
Additionally, there was a need to limit subdiaphragm allowable shear loads to control combined orthogonal stresses within the diaphragm. Recognizing the importance and need to continue the recommendation made by the task force while taking into consideration the improve performances and standards for diaphragm construction today, this proposal increases the continuous tie spacing limit to 40 ft in lieu of 25 ft and to use 75% of the allowable code diaphragm shear to determine the depth of the sub- diaphragm in lieu of the 300 plf and is deemed appropriate and acceptable. Due to the frequency of this type of failure during the past significant earthquakes, various jurisdictions within the Los Angeles region have taken this additional step to prevent roof or floor diaphragms from pulling away from concrete or masonry walls.
(Justification: Geologic and Topographic – See justification B and D in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 49.
1613.5.3 Structural Separation.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Sections 1613.5.2 to match the new code format. This amendment is a revision to Section 12.12.3 equation 12.12-1 of ASCE 7-10 reference document.
The inclusion of the importance factor in this equation has the unintended consequence of reducing the minimum seismic separation distance for important facilities such as hospitals, schools, police and fire stations from adjoining structures. The proposal to omit the importance factor from Equation 12.12-1 will ensure that a safe seismic separation distance is provided. (Justification: Geologic and Topographic – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 50.
1613.7 Seismic design provisions for hillside buildings.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Section 1617 to match the new code format. This amendment establishes design parameters to mitigate the increased seismic forces which are imparted upon structures located on sloping surfaces.
Due to the difficulty of fire suppression vehicles accessing winding and narrow hillside properties and the probabilities for future earthquakes in the Los Angeles region, this technical amendment is required to address the special needs for buildings constructed on hillside locations. A joint Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and both the Los Angeles County and Los Angeles City Task Force investigated the performance of hillside building failures after the Northridge earthquake. Numerous hillside failures resulted in loss of life and millions of dollars in damage. These criteria were developed to minimize the damage to these structures and have been in use by both the City and County of Los Angeles for several years with much success.
(Justification: Geologic and Topographic– See justification B and D in the attached matrix)
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1613.7 Suspended ceilings.
This section is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Section 1613.7 to match the new code format.
This amendment is necessary to address the design of suspended ceilings for seismic loads similar to what is in the current California Building Code. The California Building Code has little to no information regarding the safe design and construction requirements for ceiling suspension systems subject to seismic loads. It is through the experience of prior earthquakes, such as the Northridge Earthquake, that this amendment is proposed so as to minimize the amount of bodily and building damage within the spaces in which this type of ceiling will be installed. This amendment complements ASCE 7-10 Chapter 13 Section
13.5.6.2.2 and the cited reference to ASTM E580. The amended requirements retained herein are a continuation of portions of an amendment adopted during the previous code adoption cycles .
(Justification: Geologic– See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 52.
1701.3 Technical specialties
This amendment is the same as in the 2014 and 2017 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes administrative procedures and requires complex buildings and structures where special expertise is needed as determined by the building official, the building official may require the work to be observed, inspected or certified by a third party, that has certification or has demonstrated expertise in the identified work.
(Justification: Administrative, Geologic, Climatic, Topographic - See justification A, B, C, and D in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 53.
1704.2 Special inspections and tests.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014 and 2017 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Section 1704.1 to match the new code format. This amendment deletes an exception for single family dwellings regarding special inspections.
(Justification: Geologic and Topographic – See justification B and D in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 54.
1704.6 Structural Observations.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Section 1704.6 to match the new code format.
This amendment provides administrative guidelines to establish consistent structural observation procedures, necessary to provide proper structural observation of critical design features in buildings to ensure that they are constructed in accordance with the designer's parameters, to withstand the seismic forces which may be imparted on buildings within this area. (Justification: Administrative and Geologic– See justification A and B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 55.
1704.6.1 Structural observations for structures.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Sections 1704.6.1 to match the new code. This amendment clarifies an exception regarding structural observation for single family dwellings.
With the higher seismic demand placed on buildings and structures in this region, the language in Section 1704.6.1 of the California Building Code would permit many low-rise buildings and structures with complex structural elements to be constructed without the benefit of a structural observation. By requiring a registered design professional to observe the construction, the quality of the observation for major structural elements and connections that affect the vertical and lateral load resisting systems of the 457 of 818
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12 structure will greatly be increased. An exception is provided to permit simple structures and buildings to be excluded. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles.
(Justification: Geologic – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 56.
1705.3 Concrete construction.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment requires special inspection for concrete with a compressive strength over 2500 psi as our code currently requires. Results from studies after the 1994 Northridge Earthquake indicated that significant damage was attributed to a lack of quality control during construction resulting in poor performance of the building or structure. Therefore, the proposed amendment requires special inspection for concrete with a compressive strength greater than 2,500 pounds per square inch. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. (Justification: Geologic and Topographic – See justification B and D in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 57.
1705.12 Special inspections for seismic resistance.
This amendment is similar to the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Section 1705.11 to match the new code format.
This amendment modifies an exception to require special inspections to detached one-or-two family dwellings located in Seismic Design Category D, E or F.
In southern California, very few detached one- or two-family dwellings not exceeding two stories above grade plane are built as “box-type” structures, especially those in hillside areas. Many steel moment frames or braced frames and/or cantilevered columns within buildings can still be shown as “regular” structures by calculations. With the higher seismic demand placed on buildings and structures in this region, the language in Sections 1705.12 Item 3 of the California Building Code would permit many detached one- or two-family dwellings not exceeding two stories above grade plane with complex structural elements to be constructed without the benefit of special inspections. By requiring special inspections, the quality of major structural elements and connections that affect the vertical and lateral load resisting systems of the structure will greatly be increased. (Justification: Geologic – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 58.
1805.4.3 Drainage discharge.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment requires site drainage devices, for all concentrated water, to be installed to the satisfaction of the building official and city engineer. This amendment will reduce damage and help prevent injury by requiring that drainage systems be installed to minimum standards established by the building official and the city engineer, thereby providing better control of the effect of concentrated drainage on property.
(Justification: Climatic and Topographic – see justification C and D in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 59.
1807.1.4 Permanent wood foundation systems.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment prohibits the use of spread wood footings. No substantiating data has been provided to show that wood foundation systems are effective in supporting buildings and structures during a seismic event while being subject to deterioration caused by the combined detrimental effects of constant moisture in the soil and wood-destroying organisms. Wood foundation systems not properly 458 of 818
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13 treated and protected against deterioration, have performed very poorly and have led to slope failures.
Most contractors are typically accustomed to construction in dry and temperate weather in the Southern California region and are not generally familiar with the necessary precautions and treatment of wood that makes it suitable for both seismic events and wet applications. The proposed amendment takes the precautionary steps to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result in using wood foundation systems that experience relatively rapid decay due to the fact that the region does not experience temperatures cold enough to destroy or retard the growth and proliferation of wood-destroying organisms. (Justification: Geologic and Climatic - see justification B and C in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 60.
1807.1.6 Prescriptive design of concrete and masonry foundation walls.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment requires foundation walls be designed by licensed professionals and deletes references to prescriptive tables which allow plain concrete or excessively slender walls. With the higher seismic demand placed on buildings and structures in this region, it is deemed necessary to take precautionary steps to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result by following prescriptive design provisions that does not take into consideration the surrounding environment. Plain concrete performs poorly in withstanding the cyclic forces resulting from seismic events. In addition, no substantiating data has been provided to show that under-reinforced foundation walls are effective in resisting seismic loads and may potentially lead to a higher risk of failure. It is important that the benefit and expertise of a registered design professional be obtained to properly analyze the structure and take these issues into consideration.
(Justification: Geologic - see justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 61.
1807.2 Retaining walls.
This amendment is new to the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. No substantiating data has provided to show that wood foundation systems are effective in supporting buildings and structures during a seismic event while being subject to deterioration caused by the combined detrimental effects of constant moisture in the soil and wood-destroying organisms. Wood foundation systems not properly treated and protected against deterioration, have performed very poorly and have led to slope failures. Most contractors are typically accustomed to construction in dry and temperate weather in the Southern California region and are not generally familiar with the necessary precautions and treatment of wood that makes it suitable for both seismic events and wet applications.
The proposed amendment takes the precautionary steps to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result in using wood foundation systems that experience relatively rapid decay due to the fact that the region does not experience temperatures cold enough to destroy or retard the growth and proliferation or wood-destroying organisms.
(Justification: Geologic - see justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 62.
1807.3.1 Limitations.
This amendment is new to the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. No substantiating data has provided to show that wood foundation systems are effective in supporting buildings and structures during a seismic event while being subject to deterioration caused by the combined detrimental effects of constant moisture in the soil and wood-destroying organisms. Wood foundation systems not properly treated and protected against deterioration, have performed very poorly and have led to slope failures. Most contractors are typically accustomed to construction in dry and temperate weather in the Southern California region and are not generally familiar with the necessary 459 of 818
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14 precautions and treatment of wood that makes it suitable for both seismic events and wet applications.
The proposed amendment takes the precautionary steps to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result in using wood foundation systems that experience relatively rapid decay due to the fact that the region does not experience temperatures cold enough to destroy or retard the growth and proliferation or wood-destroying organisms.
(Justification: Geologic - see justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 63.
1809.3 Stepped Footings.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment clarifies additional reinforcing for stepped footing assigned to higher Seismic Design Category. With the higher seismic demand placed on buildings and structures in this region, precautionary steps are proposed to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result for under reinforced footings located on sloped surfaces. Requiring minimum reinforcement for stepped footings is intended to address the problem of poor performance of plain or under-reinforced footings during a seismic event.
(Justification: Geologic - See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 64.
1809.7 Prescriptive footings for light-frame construction.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Section 1805.4.2. This amendment restricts the use of plain concrete in foundations supporting light frame construction. No substantiating data has been provided to show that under-reinforced footings are effective in resisting seismic loads and may potentially lead to a higher risk of failure. Therefore, this proposed amendment requires minimum reinforcement in continuous footings to address the problem of poor performance of plain or under-reinforced footings during a seismic event.
With the higher seismic demand placed on buildings and structures in this region, precautionary steps are proposed to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result by following prescriptive design provisions for footing that does not take into consideration the surrounding environment. It was important that the benefit and expertise of a registered design professional be obtained to properly analyze the structure and take these issues into consideration. This amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in the 1994 Northridge Earthquake. (Justification: Geologic - See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 65.
TABLE 1809.7 PRESCRIPTIVE FOOTINGS SUPPORTING WALLS OF LIGHT-FRAME CONSTRUCTION.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment restricts the use of plain concrete in foundations supporting light frame construction. No substantiating data has been provided to show that under-reinforced footings are effective in resisting seismic loads and may potentially lead to a higher risk of failure. Therefore, this proposed amendment requires minimum reinforcement in continuous footings to address the problem of poor performance of plain or under-reinforced footings during a seismic event. With the higher seismic demand placed on buildings and structures in this region, precautionary steps are proposed to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result by following prescriptive design provisions for footing that does not take into consideration the surrounding environment. It was important that the benefit and expertise of a registered design professional be obtained to properly analyze the structure and take these issues into consideration. This amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers 460 of 818
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15 Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in the 1994 Northridge Earthquake. (Justification: Geologic - See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 66.
1809.12 Timber footings.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment prohibits the use of timber footings.
No substantiating data has been provided to show that timber footings are effective in supporting buildings and structures during a seismic event, especially while being subjected to deterioration caused by the combined detrimental effects of moisture in the soil and wood-destroying organisms. Timber footings, when they are not properly treated and protected against deterioration, have performed very poorly. Most contractors are typically accustomed to construction in dry and temperate weather in the Southern California region and are not generally familiar with the necessary precautions and treatment of wood that makes it suitable for both seismic event and wet applications. The proposed amendment takes the precautionary steps to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result by using timber footings that experience relatively rapid decay due to the face that the region does not experience temperatures cold enough to destroy or retard the growth and proliferation of wood-destroying organisms. (Justification: Geologic and Climatic - See justification B and C in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 67.
1810.3.2.4 Timber.
This amendment is similar to the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment prohibits the use of timber footings.
No substantiating data has been provided to show that timber deep foundation is effective in supporting buildings and structures during a seismic event while being subject to deterioration caused by the combined detrimental effect of constant moisture in the soil and wood-destroying organisms. Timber deep foundation, when they are not properly treated and protected against deterioration, has performed very poorly. Most contractors are typically accustomed to construction in dry and temperate weather in the Southern California region and are not generally familiar with the necessary precautions and treatment of wood that makes it suitable for both seismic event and wet applications. The proposed amendment takes the precautionary steps to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result by using timber deep foundation that experience relatively rapid decay due to the face that the region does not experience temperatures cold enough to destroy or retard the growth and proliferation of wood-destroying organisms. (Justification: Geologic and Climatic - See justification B and C in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 68.
1905.1 General.
This amendment is similar to the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, to add sections necessary to address deficiencies in ACI 318, as described in the adoption of Sections IA – 69 through IA- 72. If such amendment to the Building Code requires further Justification pursuant to HSC 17958 and / or HSC 18941, such justifications are provided with the pursuant sub-sections. (Justification: Geologic- See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 69.
1905.1.7 ACI 318 Section 14.1.4.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Sections 1905.1.8 to match the new code. This amendment addresses a deficiency in ACI 318.
This proposed amendment requires minimum reinforcement in continuous footings to address the problem of poor performance of plain or under-reinforced footings during a seismic event. This 461 of 818
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16 amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake.
(Justification: Geologic- See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 70.
1905.1.9 ACI 318 Section 18.7.5.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Section 1905.1.10 and to address a deficiency in ACI 318. This amendment was renumbered from Section 1908.1.11 and ACI 318 Section 21.6.4.1. This amendment is intended to carry over critical provisions for the design of concrete columns in moment frames from the legacy 1997 Uniform Building Code. Increased confinement is critical to the integrity of such columns and these modifications ensure that it is provided when certain thresholds are exceeded. (Justification: Geologic- See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 71.
1905.1.10 ACI 318 Section 18.10.4.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Section 1905.1.11 and to address a deficiency in ACI 318. This amendment was renumbered from Section 1908.1.12. This amendment carries over from the legacy 1997 Uniform Building Code a critical provision for the design of concrete shear walls. It essentially limits the use of very highly gravity-loaded walls in being included in the seismic load resisting system, since their failure could have catastrophic effect on the building.
(Justification: Geologic- See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 72.
1905.1.11 ACI 318 Section 18.12.6.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Section 1905.1.12 and to address a deficiency in ACI 318. This amendment was renumbered from Section 1908.1.13. This amendment was incorporated in the code based on observations from the 1994 Northridge Earthquake. Rebar placed in very thin concrete topping slabs have been observed in some instances to have popped out of the slab due to insufficient concrete coverage. This modification ensures that critical boundary and collector reinforcing bars are placed in sufficiently thick topping slab to prevent buckling of such reinforcements. (Justification: Geologic - See justification B in the attached matrix) Section IA – 73.
2113.1 General.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
It defines the requirements for a partial repair of an existing masonry chimney. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix) Section IA – 74.
2304.10.2 Fastener Requirements.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Section 2304.9.1 to match the new code format.
This amendment prohibits the use of staples as fasteners to resist or transfer seismic forces and shall not be permitted without being substantiated by cyclic testing. Due to the high geologic activities in the Southern California area and the expected higher level of performance on buildings and structures, this proposed local amendment limit the use of staple fasteners in resisting or transferring seismic forces. In September 2007, limited cyclic testing data was provided to the ICC Los Angeles Chapter Structural Code Committee showing that stapled wood structural shear panels do not exhibit the same behavior as 462 of 818
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17 the nailed wood structural shear panels. The test results of the stapled wood structural shear panels appeared much lower in strength and drift than the nailed wood structural shear panel test results.
Therefore, the use of staples as fasteners to resist or transfer seismic forces shall not be permitted without being substantiated by cyclic testing.
(Justification: Geologic - See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 75.
2304.10.3.1 Quality of nails.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
The overdriving of nails into the structural wood panel still remains a concern when pneumatic nail guns are used for wood structural panel shear wall nailing. Box nails were observed to cause massive and multiple failures of the typical 3/8-inch thick plywood during the 1994 Northridge Earthquake. The use of clipped head nails as allowed in Table A1 of AFPA SDPWS footnote referencing to ASTM F1667, continues to be restricted from being used in wood structural panel shear walls where the minimum nail head size must be maintained in order to minimize nails from pulling through sheathing materials.
Clipped or mechanically driven nails used in wood structural panel shear wall construction were found to perform much less in previous wood structural panel shear wall testing done at the University of California Irvine. The existing test results indicated that, under cyclic loading, the wood structural panel shear walls were less energy absorbent and less ductile. The panels reached ultimate load capacity and failed at substantially less lateral deflection than those using same size hand-driven nails. This amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge
Earthquake. (Justification: Geologic- See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 76.
2304.12.2.8 Wood used in retaining walls and cribs.
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code to address a design deficiency not addressed in the base code, renumbered from Section 2304.11.7 to match the new code format.
No substantiating data has been provided to show that wood used in retaining or crib walls are effective in supporting buildings and structures during a seismic event while being subject to deterioration caused by the combined detrimental effect of constant moisture in the soil and wood-destroying organisms. Wood used in retaining or crib walls, when they are not properly treated and protected against deterioration, have performed very poorly. Most contractors are typically accustomed to construction in dry and temperate weather in the Southern California region and are not generally familiar with the necessary precautions and treatment of wood that makes it suitable for both seismic event and wet applications. The proposed amendment takes the precautionary steps to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result by using wood in retaining or crib walls that experience relatively rapid decay due to the face that the region does not experience temperatures cold enough to destroy or retard the growth and proliferation of wood-destroying organisms.
(Justification: Geologic - See justification B and C in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 77.
2305.4 Hold-down connectors.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 20011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment requires seismic hold-down connectors to be designed based on cyclic load values, or 75 percent of non-cyclic load values. Additionally, steel plate washers are required when connection involves wood framing members.
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18 monotonic loading to establish allowable values. Yet, cyclic and dynamic forces imparted on buildings and structures by seismic activity cause more damage than equivalent forces that are applied in a monotonic manner. However, the engineering, regulatory and manufacturing industries have not reached consensus on the appropriate cyclic or dynamic testing protocols. This condition is expected to continue for some time. In the interim, this proposed amendment continues to limit the allowable capacity to 75% of the evaluation report value to provide an additional factor of safety for statically tested anchorage devices. Steel plate washers will reduce the additional damage that can result when hold-down connectors are fastened to wood framing members. This amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake. (Justification: Geologic - See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 78.
2306.2 Wood-frame diaphragms.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment disallows the use of higher allowable (horizontal) diaphragm shear stress based on numerical calculation, and requires the use of unit shear strength values as specified by the Code. The Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the damages to buildings and structures during the 1994 Northridge Earthquake recommended reducing allowable shear values in wood structural panel shear walls or diaphragms that are not substantiated by cyclic testing. That recommendation was consistent with a report to the Governor from the Seismic Safety Commission of the State of California recommending that code requirements be "more thoroughly substantiated with testing.” The allowable shear values for wood structural panel shear walls or diaphragms fastened with staples are based on monotonic testing and does not take into consideration that earthquake forces load shear wall or diaphragm in a repeating and fully reversible manner.
In September 2007, limited cyclic testing was conducted by a private engineering firm to determine if wood structural panels fastened with staples would exhibit the same behavior as the wood structural panels fastened with common nails. The test result revealed that wood structural panel fastened with staples appeared to be much lower in strength and stiffness than wood structural panels fastened with common nails. It was recommended that the use of staples as fasteners for wood structural panel shear walls or diaphragms not be permitted to resist seismic forces in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E and F unless it can be substantiated by cyclic testing.
Furthermore, the cities and county within the Los Angeles region has taken extra measures to maintain the structural integrity of the framing of shear walls and diaphragms designed for high levels of seismic forces by requiring wood sheathing be applied directly over the framing members and prohibiting the use of panels placed over gypsum sheathing. This proposed amendment is intended to prevent the undesirable performance of nails when gypsum board softens due to cyclic earthquake displacements and the nail ultimately does not have any engagement in a solid material within the thickness of the gypsum board. (Justification: Geologic- See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 79.
2306.3 Wood-frame shear walls.
This amendment is the same as in the 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment disallows the use of higher allowable diaphragm shear stress based on numerical calculation, and requires the use of unit shear strength values as specified by the Code. This amendment also limits the minimum thickness of wood structural panel sheathing and establishes minimum nail spacing requirements. This amendment is necessary because unit shear strength values specified in the 464 of 818
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19 Code are based on actual cyclic tests, thereby providing a more reliable design strength. Furthermore, review of actual damage caused by recent earthquakes has revealed that diaphragms sheathed with thinner wood structural panels performed poorly, and may have contributed to increased structural damage. (Justification: Geologic- See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 80.
2307.2 Wood-frame shear walls.
This amendment is the same as in the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This proposed amendment continues the previous amendment adopted during the 2010 code adoption cycle.
The greater Los Angeles region is a densely populated area having buildings and structures constructed over and near a vast array of fault systems capable of producing major earthquakes, including but not limited to the recent 1994 Northridge Earthquake. The proposed modification to place design and construction limits on stapled nail fasteners used in wood structural panel shear walls or diaphragms not substantiated with cyclic testing will help to maintain minimum quality of construction and performance standards of structures and therefore need to be incorporated into the code to assure that new buildings and structures and additions or alterations to existing buildings or structures are designed and constructed in accordance with the scope and objectives of the International Building Code. (Justification: Geologic- See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 81.
TABLE 2308.6.1 WALL BRACING REQUIREMENTS.
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code to address a design deficiency not addressed in the base code, renumbered from Section 2309.3.1 to match the new code format.
During the Northridge Earthquake, 3/8” thick, 3 ply-plywood shear walls experienced many failures. Box nails were observed to cause massive and multiple failures of the typical 3/8” thick 3-ply plywood during the Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment specifies minimum sheathing thickness, nail size and spacing so as to provide a uniform standard of construction for designers and buildings to follow.
This is intended to improve the performance level of buildings and structures that are subject to the higher seismic demands and reduce and limit potential damages to property. This proposed amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake.
(Justification: Geologic See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 82.
2308.6.5.1 Alternative braced wall (ABW).
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code to address a design deficiency not addressed in the base code, renumbered from Section 2309.3.1 to match the new code format.
During the Northridge Earthquake, 3/8” thick, 3 ply-plywood shear walls experienced many failures. Box nails were observed to cause massive and multiple failures of the typical 3/8” thick 3-ply plywood during the Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment specifies minimum sheathing thickness, nail size and spacing so as to provide a uniform standard of construction for designers and buildings to follow.
This is intended to improve the performance level of buildings and structures that are subject to the higher seismic demands and reduce and limit potential damages to property. This proposed amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake.
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Figure 2308.6.5.1 ALTERNATE BRACED WALL PANEL (ABW).
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code to address a design deficiency not addressed in the base code, renumbered from Section 2309.3.1 to match the new code format.
During the Northridge Earthquake, 3/8” thick, 3 ply-plywood shear walls experienced many failures. Box nails were observed to cause massive and multiple failures of the typical 3/8” thick 3-ply plywood during the Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment specifies minimum sheathing thickness, nail size and spacing so as to provide a uniform standard of construction for designers and buildings to follow.
This is intended to improve the performance level of buildings and structures that are subject to the higher seismic demands and reduce and limit potential damages to property. This proposed amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake.
(Justification: Geologic See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 84.
2308.6.5.2 Portal frame with hold-downs (PFH).
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code to address a design deficiency not addressed in the base code, renumbered from Section 2309.3.1 to match the new code format.
During the Northridge Earthquake, 3/8” thick, 3 ply-plywood shear walls experienced many failures. Box nails were observed to cause massive and multiple failures of the typical 3/8” thick 3-ply plywood during the Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment specifies minimum sheathing thickness, nail size and spacing so as to provide a uniform standard of construction for designers and buildings to follow.
This is intended to improve the performance level of buildings and structures that are subject to the higher seismic demands and reduce and limit potential damages to property. This proposed amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake.
(Justification: Geologic See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 85.
Figure 2308.6.5.2 PORTAL FRAME WITH HOLD-DOWNS (PFH).
This amendment is the same in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code to address a design deficiency not addressed in the base code, renumbered from Section 2309.3.1 to match the new code format.
During the Northridge Earthquake, 3/8” thick, 3 ply-plywood shear walls experienced many failures. Box nails were observed to cause massive and multiple failures of the typical 3/8” thick 3-ply plywood during the Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment specifies minimum sheathing thickness, nail size and spacing so as to provide a uniform standard of construction for designers and buildings to follow.
This is intended to improve the performance level of buildings and structures that are subject to the higher seismic demands and reduce and limit potential damages to property. This proposed amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake.
(Justification: Geologic See justification B in the attached matrix)
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2308.6.8.1 Foundation requirements.
This amendment is similar to the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Section 2308.3.4 to match the new code format.
This amendment requires interior braced walls (shear walls) to be supported by continuous foundations, thereby ensuring a substantial means of transferring loads to the supporting material.
With the higher seismic demand placed on buildings and structures in this region, interior walls can easily be called upon to resist over half of the seismic loading imposed on simple buildings or structures.
Without a continuous foundation to support the braced wall line, seismic loads would be transferred through other elements such as non-structural concrete slab floors, wood floors, etc. The proposed change is to limit the use of the exception to structures assigned to Seismic Design Category A, B or C where lower seismic demands are expected. Requiring interior braced walls be supported by continuous foundations is intended to reduce or eliminate the poor performance of buildings or structures. This proposed amendment is a continuation of an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles. (Justification: Geologic See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 87.
2308.6.9 Attachment of sheathing.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2104, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from 2308.12.5 to match the new code format.
This amendment eliminates a provision which would otherwise allow reduced nailing of floor diaphragm sheathing when wood structural panel floors are glued to joists. This proposed amendment is intended to improve the performance level of buildings and structures that are subject to the higher seismic demands placed on buildings or structure in this region. This proposed amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake. (Justification: Geologic - See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 88.
3101.1 Scope.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment is based on similar code provision adopted into the 2021 Edition of the International Building Code. It is intended to assist code officials address the environmental impact of unused materials, reduce consumption of traditional raw materials, minimize non-industrial waste, and ensure minimum design and safety standards associated with the repurposing of existing intermodal shipping containers as buildings or structures or component of buildings and structures are achieved. (Justification: Administrative and Topographic - See justification A and D in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 89.
3102.2.3 Membrane Structures Used as Shade Covers for Specific Uses.
This amendment makes the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Fire Safety Standards in Volume VI of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment is an administrative amendment only, for consistency. This amendment will help expedite Building and Safety’s plan review process. (Justification: Geologic, Climatic, Topographic - See justification B, C, and D in the attached matrix.)
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3102.6.2 Membrane less than 20 feet (6096 mm).
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment codifies conditions of approvals for a building code modification to allow membranes less than 20 feet above finish floor. This amendment will help expedite Building and Safety’s plan review process.
(Justification: Administrative and Topographic - See justification A and D in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 91.
3109.4.4.2 Construction permit; safety features required.
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment modifies the requirements for swimming pool alarms at residences in hillside locations. This amendment requires the plan review and permitting of swimming pool alarms on a case-by-case basis to ensure that the proposed swimming pool alarm design meets the intent of the code, given the remoteness and topographical conditions surrounding the residence and or pool location.
(Justification: Topographic see justification D in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 92.
3109.4.4.3 Enclosure; required characteristic.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment modifies the requirements for swimming pool enclosures in a hillside location.
(Justification: Topographic see justification D in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 93.
3115 Intermodal Shipping Containers.
This amendment is new to the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment is based on similar code provision adopted into the 2021 Edition of the International Building Code. It is intended to assist code officials address the environmental impact of unused materials, reduce consumption of traditional raw materials, minimize non-industrial waste, and ensure minimum design and safety standards associated with the repurposing of existing intermodal shipping containers as buildings or structures or component of buildings and structures are achieved. (Justification: Administrative and Topographic - See justification A and D in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 94.
3202.1.2.1 Change of use/occupancy.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes additional requirements for work to existing structures below grade within the public right of way which is not addressed in the 2016 California Building Code. (Justification: Administrative and Topographic - See justifications A or D in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 95.
3202.3.2 Windows, architectural features and mechanical equipment.
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment prohibits the encroachment of balconies into the public right-of-way. (Justification: Administrative - See justifications A in the attached matrix)
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3203 PROJECTIONS INTO ALLEYS.
This amendment is the same as in 2014, 2017 and 2020 California Building Code. This amendment establishes additional requirements for work below grade and above grade within the public right-of-way of alleys.
This amendment prohibits part of any structure or appendage to project into any alley with an exception of footings located at least 8 feet below grade may project no more than 12 inches. (Justification: Administrative and Topographic - See justifications A and D in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 97.
3303.8 Storm water drainage and retention during demolition.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes administrative regulations and contributes to current states mandated storm water drainage and retention objectives during construction.
This amendment is necessary to clarify storm water drainage and retention as mandated by the state shall also be provided during the demolition phase of construction. (Justification: Administrative, Climatic, Topographic - See justification A, C, and D in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 98.
3306.2 Walkways.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes administrative regulations regarding the construction of protective walkways adjacent to construction sites.
(Justification: Administrative See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 99.
3306.9.1 Shoring.
This amendment is the same as in the 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes administrative regulations regarding the construction of shoring to protect the public right-of-way.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 100.
3306.10 Protection of sidewalk excavations.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes administrative regulations regarding excavations within the public right-of- way or other public property.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 101.
3306.11 Protection of Obstructions.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes administrative regulations regarding the placement of protective barriers to prevent accidents resulting from excavations or obstructions within the public right-of-way. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix) 469 of 818
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3308.3 Street Use Permits.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes administrative regulations regarding the use of the public right-of-way. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 103.
3308.4 Mixing mortar on public property.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes administrative regulations regarding the use of public property to mix mortar, concrete or similar material.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 104.
Appendix F RODENTPROOFING.
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes protection to building and structures from rodents by adopting Appendix Chapter F of the 2016 California Building Code (CBC).
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 105.
Appendix I PATIO COVERS.
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment adopts Appendix Chapter I which permits patio covers meeting the requirements of the appendix section to be designed for different loads than the residence to which it is accessory. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 106.
Appendix I1505.1 Design loads.
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment prohibits the installation of any solar energy systems on patio covers designed by this section.
(Justification: Geologic and Topographic – See justification B and D in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 107.
Appendix J. GRADING.
This amendment is essentially the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes grading standards for the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code by adopting and amending Appendix Chapter J of the 2022 California Building Code (CBC). In general, the basic grading standards are similar, but not identical, to previous standards. Local amendments are proposed where such amendments are deemed necessary to provide adequate protection from personal injury and property protection due to specific local conditions. (Justification: Administrative, Geologic, Climatic and Topographic - See justifications E, F, G and H in the attached matrix.)
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Appendix J101.1 Scope.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment clarifies the scope of the Glendale Building and Safety Code pertaining to grading. (Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 109.
Appendix J101.3 Hazards.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment adds administrative standards to regulate the manner in which hazardous grading conditions must be addressed.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 110.
Appendix J101.4 Safety precautions.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment adds administrative standards to establish minimum standards which are necessary to ensure that grading operations are conducted in a safe manner, and establishes the authority for the building official to require a property owner to correct and/or abate unacceptable grading conditions.
This amendment also identifies areas of the City that are subject to specific hillside grading standards. (Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 111.
Appendix J101.5 Protection of utilities.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment adds administrative standards to establish the permittee’s responsibility related to protection of utilities during all grading operations. Such express responsibility is not contained within the model International Building Code (IBC).
(Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.) Section IA – 112.
Appendix J101.6 Protection of adjacent property.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment adds administrative standards to establish the permittee’s responsibility related to protection of adjacent property during all grading operations. Such express responsibility is not contained within the model International Building Code (IBC).
(Justification: Administrative – See justification E in the attached matrix.) Section IA – 113.
Appendix J101.7 Storm water control measures.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment adds administrative standards and construction standards to establish the permittee’s responsibility related to control of storm water contamination. This amendment ensures that grading operations are conducted in a manner that is consistent with mandatory requirements under regional and federal storm water protection statutes.
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Appendix J101.8 Conditions of approval.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment adds administrative standards to establish standard conditions of approval for all grading permits.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 115.
Appendix J101.9 Rules and regulations.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment adds administrative standards to establish standard rules and regulations that apply to the issuance of all grading permits. This amendment establishes the preemptive application of more restrictive standards when multiple, conflicting standards exist. (Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 116.
Appendix J102 DEFINITIONS.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment adds and clarifies various definitions for terms used within Appendix Chapter J. (Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 117.
Appendix J103.1 Permits required.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment adds and modifies administrative standards pertaining to permit requirements for grading operations.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.) Section IA – 118.
Appendix J103.2 Exemptions.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment adds and modifies the types of projects which are exempt from grading permit requirements. In general, the types of grading projects for which a grading permit is not required are similar to exempted projects under the 2008 Glendale Building and Safety Code. (Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.) Section IA – 119.
Appendix J103.3 Unpermitted grading.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes administrative standards, including the permittee’s responsibility, pertaining to grading operations that are performed which exceed the scope of a validly issued grading permit. (Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
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Appendix J103.4 Grading fees.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes administrative standards necessary to determine fees that are associated with grading plan check and grading permit issuance. Furthermore, this amendment establishes said fees by resolution of the City Council.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 121.
Appendix J103.5 Bonds and insurance.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes various administrative standards related to grading bonds that are required as a condition of permit issuance.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 122.
Appendix J104.2 Grading plan requirements.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes administrative requirements related to information required on grading plans. (Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 123.
Appendix J104.2.1 Grading designation.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes administrative and technical standards related to grading plan requirements for projects that are located within hillside areas (mountainous terrain) or exceeding 5,000 cubic yards in all other areas. Projects that are located within hillside areas or which exceed 5,000 cubic yards shall comply with “engineered grading” standards.
(Justification: Administrative, Geologic, Climatic and Topographic - See justifications E, F, G and H in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 124.
Appendix J104.2.2 Regular grading requirements.
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes administrative and technical standards related to grading plan requirements for projects that are not located within hillside areas (mountainous terrain) or involve less than 5,000 cubic yards in all other areas. Projects that are not located within hillside areas and which involve less than 5,000 cubic yards shall comply with “regular grading” standards. This amendment also clarifies a licensed professional shall prepare such grading plans for projects which slope of grade exceeds 3:1. (Justification: Administrative, Geologic, Climatic and Topographic – See justifications E, F, G and H in the attached matrix.)
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Appendix J104.2.3 Engineered grading requirements.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes administrative and technical standards related to grading plan requirements for projects that are located within hillside areas (mountainous terrain) or exceeding 5,000 cubic yards in all other areas. Projects that are located within hillside areas or which exceed 5,000 cubic yards shall comply with “engineered grading” standards.
(Justification: Administrative, Geologic, Climatic and Topographic - See justifications E, F, G and H in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 126.
Appendix J104.3 Geotechnical engineering and engineering geology report.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment identifies that a geotechnical report shall be required on all projects requiring a grading permit.
This amendment establishes minimum requirements for information that is to be included in soils engineering and engineering geology reports, by adding additional requirements beyond what is required under the 2019 California Building Code (CBC).
(Justification: Administrative, Geologic, Climatic and Topographic - See justifications E, F, G and H in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 127.
Appendix J104.4 Liquefaction study.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes parameters to identify when a liquefaction study is required. These amended standards are consistent with state-mandated requirements associated with the California Seismic Hazard Map Act.
(Justification: Geologic and Topographic - See justifications F and H in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 128.
Appendix J104.5 Slope failure reports.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes minimum requirements for information that is to be included in slope failure reports, by adding additional requirements that are deficient in the 2019 California Building Code (CBC).
Slope failure report requirements will be based on the classification of the failure, as either a Class I, Class II or Class III slope failure as defined in Appendix J. (Justification: Geologic, Climatic and Topographic - See justifications F, G and H in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 129.
Appendix J104.6 Permit issuance.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes various administrative standards related to the issuance of grading permits. (Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
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Appendix J105.3 Field engineer.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes the administrative responsibility of the field engineer for all grading projects. (Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 131.
Appendix J105.4 Geotechnical engineer.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes the administrative responsibility of the soils engineer for all grading projects. (Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 132.
Appendix J105.5 Engineering geologist.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes the administrative responsibility of the engineering geologist for all grading projects.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 133.
Appendix J105.6 Permittee.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes the administrative responsibility of the permittee for all grading projects. (Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 134.
Appendix J105.7 Building official.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes the authority of the building official, and identifies various stages of grading inspection activity that are generally required for, and must be approved for, all grading projects. (Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 135.
Appendix J105.8 Notification of noncompliance.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes the administrative responsibility of the field engineer, the soils engineer and the engineering geologist in reporting any observation that work is not being performed in conformance with the approved grading plans.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
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Appendix J105.9 Transfer of responsibility.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes the permittee’s responsibility in identifying changes in responsibility when there is a change in the field engineer, the soils engineer or the engineering geologist. (Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 137.
Appendix J105.10 Non-inspected grading
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment expressly prohibits any person from owning, using, occupying or maintaining any grading which is not authorized by a grading permit and an approved grading plan. (Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 138.
Appendix J105.11 Routine field inspections and reports.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes various administrative standards pertaining to grading inspection reports. (Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 139.
Appendix J105.12 Completion of work.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes various administrative requirements related to final plans and technical reports that shall be submitted to the building official upon completion of all grading projects. (Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 140.
Appendix J105.13 Notification of completion.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes the administrative responsibility of the permittee to notify the building official of completion of grading operations.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 141.
Appendix J105.14 Change of ownership.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes the administrative responsibility of the property owner to secure a new grading permit when property ownership changes.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
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31 Section IA – 142.
Appendix J106.1 Maximum cut slope.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes the maximum permissible slope for grading projects that involve cut slopes. (Justification: Geologic, Climatic and Topographic - See justifications F, G and H in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 143.
Appendix J106.2 Drainage.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes drainage parameters to ensure the proper disposal of excess storm water from a site.
(Justification: Climatic and Topographic - See justifications G and H in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 144.
Appendix J107.1 General.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes general provisions applicable to the placement of fill material on a site. (Justification: Geologic, Climatic and Topographic - See justifications F, G and H in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 145.
Appendix J107.2 Surface preparation.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes specific requirements pertaining to the proper surface preparation of a site prior to the placement of fill material.
(Justification: Geologic, Climatic and Topographic - See justifications F, G and H in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 146.
Appendix J107.3 Benching.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes general provisions applicable to the construction of bench cuts within the supporting surface beneath certain fill slopes to increase stability. (Justification: Geologic, Climatic and Topographic - See justifications F, G and H in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 147.
Appendix J107.6 Maximum slope.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes the maximum permissible slope for grading projects that involve fill slopes. (Justification: Geologic, Climatic and Topographic - See justifications F, G and H in the attached matrix.)
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Appendix J107.7 Slopes to receive fill.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes a minimum setback for certain fill slopes from the top edge of a slope, when such fill is placed above an existing slope.
(Justification: Geologic, Climatic and Topographic – See justifications F, G and H in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 149.
Appendix J107.8 Inspection of fill
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes minimum inspection and observation responsibilities for the soils engineer during the placement of fill material.
(Justification: Geologic, Climatic and Topographic - See justifications F, G and H in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 150.
Appendix J107.9 Testing of fills.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes minimum soil testing requirements for grading activities that involve the placement of fill material.
(Justification: Geologic, Climatic and Topographic - See justifications F, G and H in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 151.
Appendix J108 SETBACKS AND RETAINING WALLS.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes standards related to setbacks for graded slopes and retaining walls relative to both the top and/or toe of a graded slope in relationship to property lines or structures. This amendment also establishes specific requirements that are applicable to the design, construction and inspection of retaining walls and crib walls that are intended to retain earth material. Additionally, this amendment authorizes the building official to approve an alternate setback dimension from a graded slope and authorizes the building official to require an investigation and recommendation from a qualified soils engineer or engineering geologist.
(Justification: Geologic, Climatic and Topographic - See justifications F, G and H in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 152.
Appendix J109.1 General.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes general requirements pertaining to drainage facilities associated with sites which will involve grading activities.
(Justification: Geologic, Climatic and Topographic - See justifications F, G and H in the attached matrix.)
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Appendix J109.3 Interceptor drains and overflow protection.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes drainage requirements that are specifically associated with interceptor drains and overflow protection.
(Justification: Geologic, Climatic and Topographic - See justifications F, G and H in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 154.
Appendix J109.5 Disposal.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes specific requirements to regulate the disposal of concentrated storm water that is collected by drainage facilities that are constructed as part of an approved grading plan. (Justification: Geologic, Climatic and Topographic – See justifications F, G and H in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 155.
Appendix J110.1 General.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes general requirements to control erosion of graded slopes. (Justification: Geologic, Climatic and Topographic - See justifications F, G and H in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 156.
Appendix J111 REFERENCED STANDARDS.
This amendment is the same as in the 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment identifies referenced standards that are applicable to the proper design, construction and inspection of grading projects.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification E in the attached matrix.)
Section IA – 157.
Appendix J112 NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (NPDES) COMPLIANCE.
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Section J113 to match the new code format.
This amendment establishes minimum standards that apply to all grading and construction related projects to comply with statutorily mandated requirements associated with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES).
(Justification: Geologic, Climatic and Topographic - See justifications F, G and H in the attached matrix.)
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Residential Standards
Section 1B – 2.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R104.10.2 Fire code official concurrence.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment provides administrative clarification regarding the need for concurrence by the Fire code official on appeals/slight code modifications which involve fire/life safety issues. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 3.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R104.11.2 Fire code official concurrence.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment provides administrative clarification regarding the need for concurrence by the Fire code official on the use of alternate materials or methods of construction which involve fire/life safety issues. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 4.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R105.3 Application for permit.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes the requirement for a plan review fee to be paid. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB - 5.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R105.3.1.1 Determination of substantially improved or substantially damaged existing buildings in flood hazard areas.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment is necessary to be consistent with building code language. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB - 6.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R105.3.1.2 Small residential rooftop solar energy system review process.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment is necessary to be consistent with the State’s Assembly Bill 2188 and to establish administrative regulations and provide an expedited, streamlined review process for the permitting and installation of small rooftop solar energy systems as adopted by Ordinance 5937. (Justification: Administrative, Geologic, Climatic, Topographic - See justification A, B, C, and D in the attached matrix.)
Section IB – 7.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R105.3.2 Time limitation of application.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes a time limit for plan review to match legislation passed by City Council in 2005.
(Justification: Administrative – See justification A in the attached matrix)
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Chapter 1 Division II, Section R105.3.3 Plan review fees.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment provides for the establishment of fees by resolution of the City Council. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 9.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R105.5 Expiration.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment provides a time limit for plan review to match legislation passed by city Council in 2005 and establishes the procedures for renewing action on an expired application. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB- 10.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R105.8 Responsibility of permittee.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment clearly establishes the permit applicant's responsibilities in express fashion, rather than reliance upon implicit understanding of same.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB - 11.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R106.3.4 Deferred submittals.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment makes the Residential Standards in Volume IB of the 2017 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2017 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment provides portions of design work to be deferred and submitted within a specified period.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB - 12.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R108.6 Work commencing before permit issuance.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes the fees to be collected when a permit is issued for which the work has commenced before obtaining the permit.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 13.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R109.1.5.4 Structural observation.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment refers to administrative procedures to be followed when structural observation is required.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 14.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R109.1.5.4 Sound transmission control.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment refers to administrative procedures to be followed when inspecting lath and gypsum board.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
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Chapter 1 Division II, Section R109.5 Reinspections.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment restores and re-introduces a previous requirement in the building code that allows the Building Official to assess re-inspection fees in cases such as when inspection is called and work is not complete or when corrections called for are not made. This amendment makes the Residential Standards in Volume IB of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Building Standards in Volume IA, Plumbing Standards in Volume II, Mechanical Standards in Volume III, and Electrical Standards in Volume IV of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 16.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R112 BUILDING AND FIRE BOARD OF APPEALS.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes the joint Building and Fire Board of Appeals and the administrative procedures for the board.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 17.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R113.1 Unlawful acts.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment re-introduces administrative procedures when working with unsafe buildings and structures.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 18.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R113.4 Violation penalties.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment re-introduces administrative procedures when working with unsafe buildings and structures. This amendment is necessary to clarify administrative enforcement procedures, and establishes penalties
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 19.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R114.1 Notice to owner or the owner’s authorized agent.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment refers to administrative procedures to allow the building official to enforce local regulations.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 20.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R114.2 Unlawful continuance.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment identifies violations as misdemeanors.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix) Section IB - 21.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R115 UNSAFE STRUCTURES AND EQUIPMENT.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment refers to administrative procedures to be followed when working with unsafe buildings or structures.
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Chapter 1 Division II, Section R116 CONSTRUCTION TOILET FACILITIES.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment requires construction sites to be equipped with available toilet facilities. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 23.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R117 ON SITE CONSTRUCTION TRASH AND DEBRIS CONTROL.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment requires trash and debris control for facilities for construction sites. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 24.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R118 DISASTER REPAIR AND RECONSTRUCTION.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes administrative procedures related to the repair and reconstruction of structures affected by a disaster.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB - 25.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R119 SANDBLASTING.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes administrative regulations regarding sandblasting activities to protect adjoining property from potential damage due to over spray. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB - 26.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R120 PROTECTION OF PEDESTRIANS.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment makes the Residential Standards in Volume IB of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment provides for the protection of pedestrians during construction. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB - 27.
R301.1.3.1 California licensed architect or engineer.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment require all construction documents submitted for permit shall be approved and stamped by a California licensed architect or engineer with the exception when the building official determines, based upon a review of the construction documents submitted, that the scope of work is minor in nature. (Justification: Geologic and Topographic – See justification B and D in the attached matrix)
Section IB - 28.
R301.1.3.2 Woodframe structures.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment require all construction documents submitted for permit shall be approved and stamped by a California licensed architect or engineer with the exception when the building official determines, based upon a review of the construction documents submitted, that the scope of work is minor in nature. (Justification: Geologic – See justification B in the attached matrix) 483 of 818
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R301.1.3.3 Structures other than woodframe.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment require all construction documents submitted for permit shall be approved and stamped by a California licensed architect or engineer with the exception when the building official determines, based upon a review of the construction documents submitted, that the scope of work is minor in nature. (Justification: Geologic – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IB - 30.
R301.1.5 Seismic design provisions for buildings constructed on or into slopes steeper than one unit vertical in three units horizontal (33.3 percent slope).
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment prohibits non-engineered wood frame construction on a steep slope greater than 3 to 1. (Justification: Geologic and Topographic – See justification B and D in the attached matrix)
Section IB - 31.
Table R301.2 CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA.
This table is similar to the table in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code with some updates.
This table establishes the design criteria for the application of the California Residential Code to the regional climatic and geographic conditions that exist in the City of Glendale. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix.)
Section IB - 32.
R301.2.2.2.6 Irregular buildings.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Section R301.2.2.5 to match the new code format.
This amendment expands the definition of an irregular building by eliminating the exceptions. (Justification: Geologic and Topographic – See justification B and D in the attached matrix)
Section IB - 33.
R301.2.2.11 Anchorage of mechanical, electrical, or plumbing components and equipment.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, renumbered from Section R301.2.2.3.8 to match the new code format.
This amendment makes the Residential Standards in Volume IB of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment limits the prescriptive equipment anchorage design weight to a maximum of 400 pounds and a maximum center of gravity height of 4 feet above the floor or attic level or when the equipment weight is 20 lbs maximum or when the distributed system weight is limited to 5 lbs/ft without engineered design.
Requirements from ASCE 7 and the California Building Code would permit equipment weighing up to 400 lbs. with center of gravity height 4 feet or less above the floor or attic level or when the equipment weight is 20 lbs maximum or when the distributed system weight is limited to 5 lbs/ft without engineering design.
Where equipment exceeds these requirements, it is the intent of this proposed amendment that a registered design professional be required to analyze the equipment anchorage. (Justification: Geologic – See justification B in the attached matrix) Section IB – 34.
R302.1.1 Construction on contiguous lots under same ownership or occupancy.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes construction requirements for structures constructed on two or more contiguous lots, when such lots are held under common ownership or occupancy. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix) 484 of 818
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R313 AUTOMATIC FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment makes the Residential Standards in Volume IB of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
(Justification: Geologic, Climatic, Topographic - See justification B, C, and D in the attached matrix.) Section IB – 36.
R314.6 Power source.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment makes the Residential Standards in Volume IB of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
(Justification: Administrative, Geologic, Climatic, Topographic - See justification A, B, C, and D in the attached matrix.)
Section IB – 37.
R319.1 Address numbers.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment makes the Residential Standards in Volume IB of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 38.
R401.1 Application.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment makes the Residential Standards in Volume IB of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment prohibits the use of wood foundations. (Justification: Geologic and Climatic – See justification B and C in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 39.
R401.4 Soils test.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment codifies conditions of approvals for a building code modification for small projects less than 500 square feet in size. This amendment will also help expedite Building and Safety’s plan review process.
(Justification: Geologic – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 40.
Section R401.5 Grading.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment makes the Residential Standards in Volume IB of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
(Justification: Administrative, Geologic, Climatic, and Topographic: – See justification E, F, G, and H in the attached matrix)
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R402.1 Wood Foundation.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment makes the Residential Standards in Volume IB of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. Additionally, the local region is in an area with a very temperate climate, which is not subject to frequent ground freezing. As a combined result of constant moisture and soil which does not experience temperatures cold enough to destroy or retard the growth and proliferation of wood-destroying organisms, wood footings experience relatively rapid decay. This amendment will mitigate the detrimental affect of such organisms by prohibiting the use of wood foundations. (Justification: Climatic - See justification C in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 42.
R403.1.2 Continuous footing in Seismic Design Category D0, D1, and D2.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment requires all interior braced wall panels in buildings be supported on continuous footings. (Justification: Geologic: – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 43.
Figure R403.1(2) PERMANENT WOOD FOUNDATION BASEMENT WALL SECTION.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment makes the Residential Standards in Volume IB of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. Additionally, the local region is in an area with a very temperate climate, which is not subject to frequent ground freezing. As a combined result of constant moisture and soil which does not experience temperatures cold enough to destroy or retard the growth and proliferation of wood-destroying organisms, wood footings experience relatively rapid decay. This amendment will mitigate the detrimental affect of such organisms by prohibiting the use of wood foundations. (Justification: Climatic - See justification B and C in the attached matrix)
Section IB - 44.
Figure R403.1(3) PERMANENT WOOD FOUNDATION CRAWL SPACE SECTION.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment makes the Residential Standards in Volume IB of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. Additionally, the local region is in an area with a very temperate climate, which is not subject to frequent ground freezing. As a combined result of constant moisture and soil which does not experience temperatures cold enough to destroy or retard the growth and proliferation of wood-destroying organisms, wood footings experience relatively rapid decay. This amendment will mitigate the detrimental affect of such organisms by prohibiting the use of wood foundations. (Justification: Climatic - See justification Band C in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 45.
R403.1.3.6 Isolated concrete footings.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment eliminates the section and prohibits the use of plain concrete footings without reinforcing.
(Justification: Geologic: – See justification B in the attached matrix)
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R403.1.5 Slope.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment makes the Residential Standards in Volume IB of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment clarifies additional reinforcing for stepped footing assigned to higher Seismic Design Category. With the higher seismic demand placed on buildings and structures in this region, precautionary steps are proposed to reduce or eliminate potential problems that may result for under reinforced footings located on sloped surfaces. Requiring minimum reinforcement for stepped footings is intended to address the problem of poor performance of plain or under-reinforced footings during a seismic event.
(Justification: Geologic: – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 47.
R404.2 Wood foundation wall.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment makes the Residential Standards in Volume IB of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment essentially prohibits the use of spread wood footings. Additionally, the local region is in an area with a very temperate climate, which is not subject to frequent ground freezing.
As a combined result of constant moisture and soil which does not experience temperatures cold enough to destroy or retard the growth and proliferation of wood-destroying organisms, wood footings experience relatively rapid decay. This amendment will mitigate the detrimental affect of such organisms by prohibiting the use of wood foundations.
(Justification: Climatic - See justification B and C in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 48.
R501.1 Application.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment makes the Residential Standards in Volume IB of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. There is no limitation for weight of mechanical and plumbing fixtures and equipment in the California Residential Code. It is the intent of this proposed amendment that a registered design professional be required to analyze if the floor/attic/structure support is adequate and structurally sound. (Justification: Geologic: – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 49.
R503.2.4 Openings in horizontal diaphragms.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes prescriptive requirements for openings greater than 4 feet without engineering.
(Justification: Geologic: – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 50.
FIGURE R503.2.4 OPENINGS IN HORIZONTAL DIAPHRAGMS.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes prescriptive requirements for openings greater than 4 feet without engineering.
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R503.3 Particleboard.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment makes the Residential Standards in Volume IB of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Building Standards in Volume IA of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment prohibits the use of particle board diaphragms. This amendment is necessary because the severe lateral ground displacement that is frequently experienced throughout the local region results in very strong lateral forces on buildings. Investigations after the Northridge earthquake revealed that this material performed poorly as a lateral force-resisting element. (Justification: Geologic- see justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 52.
TABLE R602.3(1) FASTENING SCHEDULE.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment prohibits the use of staples as fasteners for wood structural panel walls to resist high seismic forces.
(Justification: Geologic: – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 53.
R602.3.2 Top plate.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment eliminates the use of single top plate construction to maintain the structural integrity of the framing of shear wall systems for building and structures subject to high seismic loads.
The performance of modern day braced wall panel construction is directly related to an adequate load path extending from the roof diaphragm to the foundation system. A single top plate is likely to be over nailed due to the nailing requirements at a rafter, stud, top plate splice, and braced wall panel edge in a single location.
In addition, notching on a single top plate for plumbing, ventilation and electrical wiring may reduce the load transfer capacity of the plate without proper detailing. Majority of buildings and structures designed and built per the California Residential Code with a single top plate may not need structural observation and special inspections. The potential construction mistakes mentioned above could not be caught and corrected by knowledgeable engineers and inspectors, and could jeopardize structural performance of buildings and structures located in high seismic areas.
(Justification: Geologic: – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 54.
TABLE R602.3.2 SINGLE TOP PLATE SPLICE CONNECTION DETAILS.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment eliminates the use of single top plate construction to maintain the structural integrity of the framing of shear wall systems for building and structures subject to high seismic loads.
The performance of modern day braced wall panel construction is directly related to an adequate load path extending from the roof diaphragm to the foundation system. A single top plate is likely to be over nailed due to the nailing requirements at a rafter, stud, top plate splice, and braced wall panel edge in a single location.
In addition, notching on a single top plate for plumbing, ventilation and electrical wiring may reduce the load transfer capacity of the plate without proper detailing. Majority of buildings and structures designed and built per the California Residential Code with a single top plate may not need structural observation and special inspections. The potential construction mistakes mentioned above could not be caught and corrected by knowledgeable engineers and inspectors, and could jeopardize structural performance of buildings and structures located in high seismic areas.
(Justification: Geologic: – See justification B in the attached matrix)
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TABLE R602.3(2) ALTERNATE ATTACHMENTS TO TABLE R602.3(1).
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment prohibits the use of staples as fasteners for wood structural panel walls to resist high seismic forces.
(Justification: Geologic: – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 56.
R602.10.2.3 Minimum number of braced wall panels.
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This proposed amendment is consistent with an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles for the California Building Code. Plywood shear walls with high aspect ratio experienced many failures during the Northridge Earthquake. This amendment specifies a minimum braced wall length to meet an aspect ratio consistent with other sections of the Residential Code as to provide a uniform standard of construction for designers and buildings to follow. This is intended to improve the performance level of buildings and structures that are subject to the higher seismic demands and reduce and limit potential damages to property. This amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake. (Justification: Geologic: – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 57.
TABLE R602.10.3(3) BRACING REQUIREMENTS BASED ON SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY.
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment is also consistent with an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles for the California Building Code.
Due to the high geologic activities in the Southern California area and the expected higher level of performance on buildings and structures, this amendment increases the length and limits the location where shear walls sheathed with lath, plaster or gypsum board are used in multi-level buildings. In addition, shear walls sheathed with other materials are prohibited in Seismic Design Category D 0, D1 and
D2 to be consistent with the design limitation for similar shear walls found in the California Building Code. The poor performance of such shear walls in the 1994 Northridge Earthquake was investigated by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Task Force and formed the basis for this proposed amendment. Considering that shear walls sheathed with lath, plaster or gypsum board are less ductile than steel moment frames or wood structural panel shear walls, the cities and county of the Los Angeles region has taken the necessary measures to limit the potential structural damage that may be caused by the use of such walls at the lower level of multi-level building that are subject to higher levels of seismic loads.
(Justification: Geologic: – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 58.
TABLE R602.10.4 BRACING METHODS.
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment is also consistent with an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles for the California Building Code.
3/8” thick 3 ply-plywood shear walls experienced many failures during the Northridge Earthquake. Box nails were observed to cause massive and multiple failures of the typical 3/8” thick 3-ply plywood during the Northridge Earthquake. This amendment specifies minimum sheathing thickness, nail size and spacing so as to provide a uniform standard of construction for designers and buildings to follow. This is intended to improve the performance level of buildings and structures that are subject to the higher 489 of 818
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44 seismic demands and reduce and limit potential damages to property. This proposed amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake.
In September 2007, limited cyclic testing was conducted by a private engineering firm to determine if wood structural panels fastened with staples would exhibit the same behavior as the wood structural panels fastened with common nails. The test result revealed that wood structural panel fastened with staples appeared to be much lower in strength and stiffness than wood structural panels fastened with common nails . It was recommended that the use of staples as fasteners for wood structural panel shear walls or diaphragms not be permitted to resist seismic forces in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D 0, D1 and D2 unless it
can be substantiated by cyclic testing.
(Justification: Geologic: – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 59.
TABLE R602.10.5 MINIMUM LENGTH OF BRACE WALL PANELS.
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment is also consistent with an amendment adopted during previous code adoption cycles for the California Building Code.
3/8” thick 3 ply-plywood shear walls experienced many failures during the Northridge Earthquake. Box nails were observed to cause massive and multiple failures of the typical 3/8” thick 3-ply plywood during the Northridge Earthquake. High aspect ratio shear walls experienced many failures during the Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment specifies minimum sheathing thickness, nail size and spacing so as to provide a uniform standard of construction for designers and buildings to follow. This is intended to improve the performance level of buildings and structures that are subject to the higher seismic demands and reduce and limit potential damages to property. This proposed amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake.
(Justification: Geologic: – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 60.
FIGURE R602.10.6.1 METHOD ABW-ALTERNATE BRACED WALL PANEL.
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. 3/8” thick 3 ply-plywood shear walls experienced many failures during the Northridge Earthquake. Box nails were observed to cause massive and multiple failures of the typical 3/8” thick 3-ply plywood during the Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment specifies minimum sheathing thickness, nail size and spacing so as to provide a uniform standard of construction for designers and buildings to follow.
This is intended to improve the performance level of buildings and structures that are subject to the higher seismic demands and reduce and limit potential damages to property. This proposed amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake.
(Justification: Geologic: – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 61.
FIGURE R602.10.6.2 METHOD PFH: PORTAL FRAME WITH HOLD-DOWNS.
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. 3/8” thick 3 ply-plywood shear walls experienced many failures during the Northridge Earthquake. Box nails were observed to cause massive and multiple failures of the typical 3/8” thick 3-ply plywood during the Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment specifies minimum sheathing thickness, nail size and spacing so as to provide a uniform standard of construction for designers and buildings to follow. 490 of 818
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(Justification: Geologic: – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 62.
FIGURE R602.10.6.4 METHOD CS-PF – CONTINUOUSLY SHEATHED PORTAL FRAME PANEL CONSTRUCTION.
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. 3/8” thick 3 ply-plywood shear walls experienced many failures during the Northridge Earthquake. Box nails were observed to cause massive and multiple failures of the typical 3/8” thick 3-ply plywood during the Northridge Earthquake. This proposed amendment specifies minimum sheathing thickness, nail size and spacing so as to provide a uniform standard of construction for designers and buildings to follow.
This is intended to improve the performance level of buildings and structures that are subject to the higher seismic demands and reduce and limit potential damages to property. This proposed amendment reflects the recommendations by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC) and the Los Angeles City Joint Task Force that investigated the poor performance observed in 1994 Northridge Earthquake.
(Justification: Geologic: – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 63.
R606.4.4 Parapet walls.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment clarifies the requirement by adding the word “or”. This addition will prevent the use of unreinforced parapets in Seismic Design Category D
0, D1 or D2.
(Justification: Geologic: – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 64.
R606.12.2.2.3 Reinforcement of requirements for masonry elements.
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
Reinforcement using longitudinal wires for buildings and structures located in high seismic areas are deficient and not as ductile as deformed rebar. Having vertical reinforcement closer to the ends of masonry walls help to improve the seismic performance of masonry buildings and structures. (Justification: Geologic: – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 65.
R803.2.4 Openings in horizontal diaphragms.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment provides a reference to Section R503.2.4 for the prescriptive requirements for openings greater than 4 feet. Section R802 of the Code does not provide any prescriptive criteria to limit the maximum roof opening size nor does Section R803 provide any details to address the issue of shear transfer near larger roof openings. With the higher seismic demand placed on buildings and structures in this region, it is important to ensure that a complete load path is provided to reduce or eliminate potential damages caused by seismic forces. Requiring blocking with metal ties around larger roof openings and limiting opening size is consistent with the requirements of Section R301.2.2.2.5. (Justification: Geologic: – See justification B in the attached matrix)
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902.1 Roofing covering materials.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment eliminates the acceptance of Class C roofing materials. (Justification: Topographic and Climatic– see justification C and D in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 67.
R902.1.3 Roof coverings within all other areas.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment prohibits the use of wood roof covering material, and requires other roof coverings to have a Class A rating, or be made of materials meeting the requirements of a Class B roofing assembly in non-high fire hazard areas.
(Justification: Topographic and Climatic– See justification C and D in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 68.
R902.4 Rooftop-mounted photovoltaic panels and modules.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment is consistent with Volume IA of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code to eliminate the acceptance of Class C roofing assembly.
(Justification: Administrative, Geologic and Climatic- See justification A, B and C attached matrix)
Section IB – 69.
R905.3.7 Application.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment changes the minimum number of fasteners for tile roofing material from one fastener to two fasteners per tile even on relatively flat roofs, and increases the minimum side lap requirement for roofing felt. This amendment specifies nailing edge distances to ensure a sturdy connection. This amendment also establishes corrosion resistance characteristics for nails to mitigate water intrusion and water-accelerated corrosion of fastening material which results from heavy rains which occur throughout the local region.
(Justification: Geologic and Climatic- See justification A attached matrix)
Section IB – 70.
TABLE R905.3.7 CLAY AND CONCRETE TILE ATTACHEMENT.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment changes the minimum number of fasteners for tile roofing material from one fastener to two fasteners per tile even on relatively flat roofs, and increases the minimum side lap requirement for roofing felt. This amendment specifies nailing edge distances to ensure a sturdy connection. This amendment also establishes corrosion resistance characteristics for nails to mitigate water intrusion and water-accelerated corrosion of fastening material which results from heavy rains which occur throughout the local region.
(Justification: Geologic and Climatic- See justification A attached matrix)
Section IB – 71.
R908.7 Roof sheathing.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment requires existing buildings to be provided with a plywood diaphragm when roofing material is stripped from the structure, if such buildings do not have such a diaphragm, (Justification: Geologic and Topographic– see justification B and D in the attached matrix)
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R918.1.7 Structural fire-resistance.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment incorporates the State Fire Marshalls for installation of solar photovoltaic power systems along with local amendments. This amendment is necessary to provide adequate protection from personal injury and property protection due to specific local conditions. (Justification: Administrative, Topographic and Climatic - See justifications A, B and C in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 73.
R1001.3.1 Vertical reinforcing.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code to address structural deficiencies in the base codes.
This amendment establishes fireplace/chimney be adequately anchored into the concrete foundation. The performance of fireplace/chimney without anchorage to the foundation has been observed to be inadequate during major earthquakes. The lack of anchorage to the foundation can result in the overturning or displacement of the fireplace/chimney.
(Justification: Geologic: – See justification B in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 74.
Appendix AH. PATIO COVERS.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment adopts appendix Chapter AH which permits patio covers meeting the requirements of the appendix section to be designed for different loads than the residence to which it is accessory. (Justification: Administrative- see justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IA – 75.
Appendix AH105.1 Design loads.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment prohibits the installation of any solar energy systems on patio covers designed by this section. This amendment is consistent Volume 1A of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. (Justification: Geologic and Topographic – See justification B and D in the attached matrix)
Section IB – 76.
Appendix Chapter A1 SEISMIC STRENGTHENING PROVISIONS FOR UNREINFORCED MASONRY BEARING WALL BUILDINGS.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment clarifies the adoption of the Appendix Chapter A1 of the Existing Building Code as part of Volume IB of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. (Justification: Administrative– See justification A in the attached matrix)
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Existing Building Standards
Section 1C – 2.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 104.10.2 Fire code official concurrence.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment provides administrative clarification regarding the need for concurrence by the Fire code official on appeals/slight code modifications which involve fire/life safety issues. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 3.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 104.11.3 Fire code official concurrence.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment provides administrative clarification regarding the need for concurrence by the Fire code official on the use of alternate materials or methods of construction which involve fire/life safety issues. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 4.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 105.1 Permit Required.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment maintains a requirement for a permit to stripe parking lots. (Justification: Administrative - see justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 5.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 105.3 Application for permit.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment establishes the requirement for a plan review fee to be paid. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 6.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 105.3.2 Time limitation of application.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment establishes a time limit for plan review to match legislation passed by City Council in 2005. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 7.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 105.3.3 Plan review fees.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code This amendment provides for the establishment of fees by resolution of the City Council. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 8.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 105.5 Expiration.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment provides a time limit for plan review to match legislation passed by city Council in 2005 and establishes the procedures for renewing action on an expired application. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
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Chapter 1 Division II, Section 105.8 Responsibility of permittee.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment clearly establishes the permit applicant's responsibilities in express fashion, rather than reliance upon implicit understanding of same.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC- 10.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 106.6 Design professional in responsible charge.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment clearly establishes that all construction documents submitted for review shall be prepared by a registered design professional. This amendment also allows the building official to make a determination to waive the requirement after reviewing the submitted documents and establishes the work is minor in nature.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 11.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 108.4 Work commencing before permit issuance.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment establishes the fees to be collected when a permit is issued for which the work has commenced before obtaining the permit.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 12.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 109.3.5 Lath and gypsum board inspection.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment refers to administrative procedures to be followed when inspecting lath and gypsum board. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 13.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 109.3.8.1 Structural observation.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment refers to administrative procedures to be followed when structural observation is required. (Justification: Administrative - see justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 14.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section R109.7 Reinspections.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment allows the Building Official to assess re-inspection fees in cases such as when inspection is called and work is not complete or when corrections called for are not made. This amendment makes the Building Standards in Volume IC of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Building Standards in Volume IA, Residential Standards in Volume IB, Plumbing Standards in Volume II, Mechanical Standards in Volume III, and Electrical Standards in Volume IV of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 15.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 112 BUILDING AND FIRE BOARD OF APPEALS.
This amendment is the same as in the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment establishes the joint Building and Fire Board of Appeals and the administrative procedures for the board. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix) 495 of 818
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50 Section IC – 16.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 113.1 Unlawful acts.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment re-introduces administrative procedures when working with unsafe buildings and structures. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 17.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 113.4 Violation penalties.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment re-introduces administrative procedures when working with unsafe buildings and structures.
This amendment is necessary to clarify administrative enforcement procedures, and establishes penalties. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 18.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 114.1 Authority.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment refers to administrative procedures to allow the building official to enforce local regulations. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 19.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 114.3 Unlawful continuance.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment identifies violations as misdemeanors.
(Justification: Administrative - see justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 20.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 115.6 Non-compliance.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment refers to administrative procedures to be followed when working with unsafe buildings or structures.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 21.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 115.7 Vacated Buildings.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment refers to administrative procedures to be followed when working with unsafe buildings or structures.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 22.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 118 CONSTRUCTION TOILET FACILITIES.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment requires construction sites to be equipped with available toilet facilities. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix
Section IC – 23.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 119 ON SITE CONSTRUCTION TRASH AND DEBRIS CONTROL.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment requires trash and debris control for facilities for construction sites, (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix) 496 of 818
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51 Section IC – 24.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 120 DISASTER REPAIR AND RECONSTRUCTION.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative procedures related to the repair and reconstruction of structures affected by a disaster.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 25.
Chapter 1 Division II, Section 121 SANDBLASTING.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative regulations regarding sandblasting activities to protect adjoining property from potential damage due to over spray.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 26.
502.1 General.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment determines when a building is being altered over 50% of its replacement value, the Building Official may require that all portions of the building be brought up to the standards of the current California Building Code or California Residential Code. (Justification: Administrative- See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 27.
503.1 General.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment determines when a building is being altered over 50% of its replacement value, the building official may require that all portions of the building be brought up to the standards of the current California Building Code or California Residential Code. (Justification: Administrative- See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 28.
505.1 Replacement glass and windows.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment keeps in place the standards that have been used in Building and Safety as we adopt the existing building code.
(Justification: Climatic, Topographic - See justification C, and D in the attached matrix.)
Section IC – 29.
1501.6.1 Walkways.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative regulations regarding the construction of protective walkways adjacent to construction sites.
(Justification: Administrative See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 30.
1501.6.7.1 Shoring.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative regulations regarding the construction of shoring to protect the public right-of-way.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix) 497 of 818
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52 Section IC – 31.
1501.8 Protection of sidewalk excavations.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative regulations regarding excavations within the public right-of-way or other public property.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 32.
1501.9 Protection of obstructions.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative regulations regarding the placement of protective barriers to prevent accidents resulting from excavations or obstructions within the public right-of-way. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 33.
1503.4 Street Use Permits.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative regulations regarding the use of the public right-of-way. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IC – 34.
1503.5 Mixing mortar on public property.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative regulations regarding the use of public property to mix mortar, concrete or similar material.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
498 of 818
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53 Volume II
Plumbing Standards
Section II – 2.
Chapter 1 Division II, 104.3.2 Plan Review Fees.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment provides for the establishment of fees by resolution of the City Council. (Justification: Administrative- See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section II – 3.
Chapter 1 Division II, 104.5 Fees.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment provides for the establishment of fees by resolution of the City Council. (Justification: Administrative- See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section II – 4.
Chapter 1 Division II, 105.2.6 Reinspections.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment makes the Plumbing Standards in Volume II of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Building Standards in Volume IA, Residential Standards in Volume IB, Mechanical Standards in Volume III, and Electrical Standards in Volume IV of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
(Justification: Administrative- See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section II – 5.
Chapter 1 Division II, 107 Building and Fire Board of Appeals.
This amendment is the same as in the 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes administrative procedures regarding appeals. (Justification: Administrative- See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section II – 6.
815 Water Softener Using Dry Wells for Discharge.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment restricts the use of water softener systems using dry wells for the discharge of effluents.
Use of dry wells to dispose of effluents cannot be controlled in a manner which will prevent pollution of ground water.
(Justification: Geologic- See justification B in the attached matrix) 499 of 818
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54 Volume III
Mechanical Standards
Section III – 2.
Chapter 1 Division II, 104.3.2 Plan Review Fees.
This amendment is essentially the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment provides for the establishment of fees by resolution of the City Council. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section III – 3.
Chapter 1 Division II, 104.5 Fees.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment provides for the establishment of fees by resolution of the City Council. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section II – 4.
Chapter 1 Division II, 105.2.6 Reinspections.
This amendment is the same as in the 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code, This amendment makes the Mechanical Standards in Volume III of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code consistent with the Building Standards in Volume IA, Residential Standards in Volume IB, Plumbing Standards in Volume II and Electrical Standards in Volume IV of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
(Justification: Administrative- See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section III – 5.
Chapter 1 Division II, 107.0 Building and Fire Board of Appeals.
This amendment is the same as in the 1999, 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes the creation of the Building and Fire Board of Appeals. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix) 500 of 818
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Electrical Standards
Section IV – 2.
90.10 Materials and equipment.
This amendment is the same as in the 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards used to consider electrical materials and equipment as approved for use. Such administrative standards include determinations by the building official.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IV – 3.
90.11 Revocation and approval for use.
This amendment is the same as in the 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards regarding the revocation of approvals granted by the building official to use electrical materials and equipment. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IV – 4.
90.12 Building and Fire Board of Appeals.
This amendment is the same as in the 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment establishes the creation of the joint Building and Fire Board of Appeals. (Justification: Administrative- see justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IV – 5.
Article 91 ENFORCEMENT.
This amendment is the same as in the 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative procedures regarding the enforcement of electrical standards throughout the city.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IV – 6.
Article 92 PERMITS AND FEES.
This amendment is the same as in the 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative provisions regarding the determination and collection of fees for services, and the administration of permits and inspections and deleting the special annual permit for maintenance work. This amendment also deleted the special permit to owners for work in own residence which is already contained in the state license laws. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section IV – 7.
690.96 Solar Photovoltaic panels/modules.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes the requirements for the design and installation of photovoltaic panels/modules which is not provided in the base codes. This amendment is necessary to provide adequate protection from personal injury and property protection due to specific local conditions. (Justification: Administrative, Topographic and Climatic - See justifications A, B and C in the attached matrix)
501 of 818
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Housing Standards
Section V – 2.
203 BUILDING AND FIRE BOARD OF APPEALS.
This amendment is the same as in the 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment establishes the creation of the joint Building and Fire Board of Appeals. (Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix)
Section V – 3.
1101.2 Notice and Order.
This amendment is the same as in the 2002, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment replaces references to "substandard" and "dangerous" conditions with the term "unsafe", as determined by the building official. Additionally, this amendment makes proper reference to the Building and Fire Board of Appeals.
(Justification: Administrative - See justification A in the attached matrix) 502 of 818
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Fire Standards
Section VI – 2.
Chapter 1, division II, Scope and Administration
Since this chapter is not adopted by the State Fire Marshal, this amendment is required in order to adopt the administrative provisions of the model code related to the fire prevention bureau’s organization, authority, duties, permits, fees, and similar administrative subjects. This amendment adopts the chapter overall; subsequent amendments (VI-3 through VI-12) make amendments to specific sections within the chapter. This chapter is similar to the provisions of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code Chapter
1. This amendment is administrative, and does not affect any building standards. (Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 3.
103.1 Creation of agency
This amendment specifies that the authority having jurisdiction shall be the Glendale Fire Department, Fire Prevention Bureau as responsible for the implementation, administration and enforcement of the provisions of the Fire Code.
(Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 4.
104.1.1 Environmental protection
This amendment is essentially the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code which summarizes the existing environmental programs the Glendale Fire Department is responsible for which have effective dates ranging between 1986 and 1997. This amendment is administrative, and does not affect any building standards.
(Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 5.
105.6 Required operational permits
This amendment is administrative in nature to adjust code section numbering to be consistent with the amendment of Section VI-5 and is the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment is administrative, and does not affect any building standards. (Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 6.
105.6.51 Additional operational permits
This amendment is the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code which adds permits that are not addressed by the model code. This amendment is administrative, and does not affect any building standards.
(Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 7.
105.6 Required construction permits
This amendment is administrative in nature to adjust code section numbering to be consistent with the amendment of Section VI-8 and is the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment is administrative, and does not affect any building standards. (Justification: Administrative)
503 of 818
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58 Section VI – 8.
105.6.25 Additional construction permits
This amendment is the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code which adds permits that are not addressed by the model code. This amendment is administrative, and does not affect any building standards.
(Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 9.
107.7 Fees for services
This amendment is essentially the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment provides the Fire Department with administrative provisions for the establishment of fees for services. Essentially, all issues associated with fees are established by Resolution of the City Council.
This amendment is administrative, and does not affect any building standards. (Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 10.
107.8 False alarms or nuisance alarms
This amendment is the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment authorizes a service charge for Fire Department response to false or nuisance alarms. As described in other provisions related to fees, all issues related to fees are established by Resolution of the City Council. This amendment is administrative, and does not affect any building standards. (Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 11.
109 building and fire board of appeals
This amendment is the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment establishes the joint Building and Fire Board of Appeals, establishes administrative appeals procedures, and refers to the detailed provisions contained in Volume IA. This amendment is administrative, and does not affect any building standards.
(Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 12.
112.4 Violation penalties
This amendment is the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. It revises the provisions for penalties associated with fire code violations and refers such provisions to Volume IA and Volume VI Chapter 49, as applicable. Essentially, all issues associated with fees are established by Resolution of the City Council as well as the Glendale Municipal Code. This amendment is administrative, and does not affect any building standards.
(Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 13.
202 FALSE ALARMS
This amendment is the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. It provides for a more comprehensive definition of the term “false alarm”. This amendment is administrative, and does not affect any building standards. It is also related to Sections VI-9. (Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 14.
CHAPTER 3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
This amendment is the same as in the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. Since chapter 3 of the International Fire Code is not entirely adopted by the State Fire Marshal, this amendment is necessary in 504 of 818
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59 order to apply the guidelines not adopted by the State Fire Marshal. This amendment is administrative, and does not affect any building standards.
(Justification: Administrative)
Section VI-15.
307.4.3 Portable outdoor fireplaces.
This amendment is the same as in the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment adds restrictions related to the use of portable outdoor fireplaces when used in conjunction with one- and two- family dwellings located within a wildland-urban interface fire area. Glendale is located in a region that has a seasonally dry climate, which often experiences strong Santa Ana wind conditions. The additional restrictions require a minimum separation of 15 feet between the portable outdoor fire place and any structure, combustible material or vegetation, to address the increased fire hazards that are associated with seasonal high-wind conditions which increase the risk of open-flame devices in the wildland-urban interface fire areas. The wildland-urban interface fire areas are located in areas of the city where steep, hillside topography increase the difficulty in addressing wind-driven fire events. (Justification: Climatic)
Section VI-16.
307.4.4 “Red-flag” and other high fire risk conditions.
This amendment is essentially the same as in the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code with some minor editorial updates. This amendment adds restrictions on open burning activities, including recreational fires and fires within portable outdoor fireplaces, on “red-flag” days or other days which pose a high fire risk. Glendale is located in a region that has a seasonally dry climate, which often experiences strong Santa Ana wind conditions. The additional restrictions reduce the risk of wind-driven fires that could occur on “red-flag” days that result from a combination of dry conditions and strong winds that frequently occur as a result of Glendale’s seasonal climate. (Justification: Climatic)
Section VI-17.
308.1.5 Location near combustibles.
This amendment is the same as in the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment expands restrictions on open flame sources located in wildland-urban interface fire areas and located within 10 feet of combustible construction or vegetation. Glendale is located in a region that has a seasonally dry climate, which often experiences strong Santa Ana wind conditions. The additional restrictions reduce the risk of unintentional fire ignition of combustible construction and/or vegetation, which would pose an extreme safety risk due to the dry and windy climate. (Justification: Climatic)
Section VI-18.
308.1.9 Outdoor fires.
This amendment was part of Section VI-40 in Chapter 49 of the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code but is being relocated to Chapter 3 . This amendment provides for restrictions on outdoor fires located in the wildland-urban interface fire areas, or High Fire Hazard Areas. Glendale is located in a region that has a seasonally dry climate, which often experiences strong Santa Ana wind conditions. The additional restrictions reduce the risk of unintentional fire ignition of combustible construction and/or vegetation, which would pose an extreme safety risk due to the dry and windy climate. (Justification: Climatic)
Section VI – 19.
503 FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS ROADS
This amendment is the same as in the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. Since Section 503 of the 505 of 818
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60 International Fire Code is not adopted by the State Fire Marshal, this amendment is necessary in order to apply the important provisions they contain. Geologically, the City of Glendale is exposed to a high degree of seismicity that increases the likelihood of earthquake-induced fires. Climatically, seasonal Santa Ana wind conditions have the potential to exacerbate fire conditions, thereby requiring reliable access by fire suppression crews and equipment. Topographically, portions of Glendale are located within hillside areas that are accessible by steep, narrow and winding streets. All of these conditions contribute to the need to maintain minimum fire access standards to enable fire suppression crews to properly respond to structure and wildland fires in a manner that will prevent rapid spread throughout the community. This is related to Section VI-46.
(Justification: Administrative, Geologic, Climatic, Topographic)
Section VI – 20.
510.3 Permit required
This amendment is the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment facilitates emergency responder communication coverage within buildings. This amendment established administrative standards for the proper radio coverage within buildings located within the City of Glendale.
(Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 21.
806 Natural decorative vegetation in new and existing building This amendment facilitates the enforcement of natural cut trees used for decorative purposes. The amendment also includes the enforcement of fire retardant treatment used for natural cut trees within the City of Glendale.
(Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 22.
807 Decorative materials and artificial decorative vegetation in new and existing materials This amendment facilitates the enforcement of natural and decorative vegetation materials. The amendment also includes the enforcement of fire retardant treatment used for combustible decorative materials within the City of Glendale.
(Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 23.
901.1.1 Aesthetics
This amendment is the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code and is provided to ensure aesthetics of fire protection systems are taken into consideration by designers and installers, and to provide consistency with the city’s zoning code and with direction from City Council in passing the sprinkler ordinance of 1989. This amendment is administrative, and does not affect any building standards.
(Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 24.
901.6 Inspection, testing, and maintenance
This amendment is the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment identifies the inspection, testing, and maintenance intervals of fire protection equipment and other critical systems.
This amendment also establishes professional credential requirements for those performing such services.
This amendment is administrative, and does not affect any building standards. It is associated with the next amendment, VI-22.
(Justification: Administrative)
506 of 818
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61 Section VI – 25.
TABLE 901.6 REQUIRED TESTING, TESTER QUALIFICATIONS, AND CERTIFICATION
SUBMITTAL INTERVALS
This amendment is a continuation of the previous section, VI-21, and is essentially the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. The changes involve the removal electrical buss duct testing and infrared testing This amendment also identifies the requirements of testing equipment in one convenient table format, making it much easier and faster to understand the expectations of system maintenance / testing. This amendment is administrative, and does not affect any building standards. (Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 26.
901.11 Critical equipment
This amendment is the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment defines “critical equipment”, and then establishes criteria for its location, ventilation, signage, and graphics.
Geologically, the City of Glendale is exposed to a high degree of seismicity that increases the likelihood of structural damage within buildings. Placement of critical equipment above the first floor of a building increases the likelihood that such equipment will be inaccessible for proper use after an earthquake.
Furthermore, earthquake-induced fires are more likely to occur in regions of high seismicity, and proper ventilation of critical equipment is necessary to maintain a tenable environment where such critical equipment must be accessed during an earthquake-induced fire. (Justification: Geologic)
Section VI – 27.
903.2.21 Where required
This amendment is the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code reflecting Glendale’s fire sprinkler ordinance for both new and existing buildings originally adopted in 1989. Geologically, the City of Glendale is exposed to a high degree of seismicity that increases the likelihood of earthquake-induced fires. Climatically, seasonal Santa Ana wind conditions have the potential to exacerbate fire conditions, thereby placing a higher degree of reliance upon automatic fire sprinkler systems to assist in the early abatement of structure fires. Topographically, portions of Glendale are located within hillside areas that are accessible by steep, narrow and winding streets, which can delay the arrival of fire suppression resources; automatic fire sprinkler systems can provide early suppression until fire suppression resources can arrive on scene. All of these conditions contribute to the need for increased fire sprinkler standards.
This amendment also includes administrative procedures for notification and enforcement. (Justification: Administrative, Geologic, Climatic, Topographic)
Section VI – 27.
906.8 Cabinets
This amendment is the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the placement of fire extinguisher cabinets, to ensure that fire extinguishers are located in cabinets to ensure location control of fire extinguishers. The height provision contained in the amendment is intended to coordinate with disabled access provisions to ensure fire extinguishers are accessible to individuals with physical disabilities. This amendment is administrative, and does not affect any building standards.
(Justification: Administrative)
507 of 818
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62 Section VI – 28.
906.9.1 Extinguishers weighing 40 pounds or less
This amendment is the same as in the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code and is also the same as VI-26. The code has two separate provisions for fire extinguishers weighing less than or more than 40 pounds. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the placement of fire extinguisher cabinets, to ensure that fire extinguishers are located in cabinets to ensure location control of fire extinguishers. The height provision contained in the amendment is intended to coordinate with disabled access provisions to ensure fire extinguishers are accessible to individuals with physical disabilities. This amendment is administrative, and does not affect any building standards. (Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 29.
907.6.6 Monitoring
This amendment is essentially the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code with a revision to further ensure the reliability of fire alarm monitoring systems by requiring monitoring systems to comply with NFPA 72’s provisions for central station monitoring service, a more reliable and accountable monitoring method. This amendment is administrative, and does not affect any building standards.
Section VI-29 is also related to this amendment.
(Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 30.
907.11 Certification and Identification of Certificated Systems This amendment is essentially the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code with revised language to clarify requirements related to alterations of existing fire alarm systems. This amendment originally appeared in the 1989 Glendale Building and Safety Code and has remained essentially the same in all editions since. This amendment establishes an administrative requirement that all new fire alarm systems, and certain existing systems, such as those that have proven to be unreliable or undergo extensive alteration, to be certificated with a nationally recognized testing laboratory and to have maintenance contract in force. This amendment is related to Section VI-28. (Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 31.
1032 Special egress graphics
This amendment is the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment establishes administrative standards for signage and graphics which may be required by the fire code official to address special circumstances.
(Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 32.
1103.2 Emergency responder communication coverage in existing buildings This amendment contains the provisions for adequate signal strength for emergency responder communications. which may be required by the fire code official to address special circumstances. (Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 33.
1103.3 Existing elevators
This amendment contains the provisions for maintenance and inspection of existing elevators which may be required by the fire code official to address special circumstances. (Justification: Administrative)
508 of 818
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63 Section VI – 34.
1104 Means of egress for existing buildings
This amendment contains provisions for required exiting of all buildings with the continue maintenance of properly functioning door hardware which may be required by the fire code official to address special circumstances.
(Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 35.
Chapter 49 - 4901.3 Liability for damage – 4907.510 Method of Collection The amendment is the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. This amendment provides the implementation, administration and enforcement provisions of Chapter 49, the chapter elated to the High Fire Hazard Area. Glendale is located in a region that has a seasonally dry climate, which often experiences strong Santa Ana wind conditions. The wildland-urban interface fire areas are located in areas of the city where steep, hillside topography increase the difficulty in addressing wind-driven fire events.
(Justification: Administrative, Climatic, Geologic, Topographic)
Section VI – 36.
5707 On-demand mobile fueling operations
This amendment contains the safety provisions for mobile fueling operations that dispense Class I, II and III liquids into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles.
(Justification: Administrative)
Section VI – 37.
Appendix B, Table B105.2, Required fire flow for buildings other than one- and two-family dwellings, group R-3 and R-4 buildings and townhouses
This amendment is the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety. This amendment revises the model code’s reduction of fire flow from 75% to no more than 50% for buildings other than one- and two- family dwellings. Geologically, the City of Glendale is exposed to a high degree of seismicity that increases the likelihood of earthquake-induced damage to municipal water supply lines. Additionally, large magnitude seismic events often result in loss of power at water distribution pump stations, thereby interfering with water pressure throughout the city. The proposed amendment requires a greater fire flow requirement for buildings other than one- and two-family dwellings, thereby increasing the likelihood of adequate water supply to fight fires after a major seismic event that compromises the municipal water supply.
(Justification: Geologic)
Section VI – 38.
Appendix C, Table C102.1, Required number and spacing of fire hydrants This amendment is the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code which establishes fire hydrant spacing requirements, with some minor editorial clarifications. The amendment requires the average spacing between fire hydrants to be closer than permitted by the model code. Geologically, the City of Glendale is exposed to a high degree of seismicity that increases the likelihood of earthquake- induced damage to municipal water supply lines. Additionally, large magnitude seismic events often result in loss of power at water distribution pump stations, thereby interfering with water pressure throughout the city. The proposed amendment requires a closer spacing of fire hydrants, thereby resulting in better access to water to fight fires after the municipal water supply is compromised after an earthquake.
(Justification: Geologic)
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Appendix D, Fire apparatus access roads
This amendment is the same as the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code. Since this appendix is not adopted by the State Fire Marshal, this amendment is required in order to adopt the provisions they contain. This is related to VI-18. Geologically, the City of Glendale is exposed to a high degree of seismicity that increases the likelihood of earthquake-induced fires. Climatically, seasonal Santa Ana wind conditions have the potential to exacerbate fire conditions, thereby requiring reliable access by fire suppression crews and equipment. Topographically, portions of Glendale are located within hillside areas that are accessible by steep, narrow and winding streets. All of these conditions contribute to the need to maintain minimum fire access standards to enable fire suppression crews to properly respond to structure and wildland fires in a manner that will prevent rapid spread throughout the community. (Justification: Administrative, Geologic, Climatic, Topographic)
Section VI – 40.
Appendix D107, one or two-family residential developments This amendment requires new developments of one- or two-family dwellings where the number of dwelling units exceeds 30 shall be provided with two separate and approved fire apparatus access roads. This is related to VI-18. Geologically, the City of Glendale is exposed to a high degree of seismicity that increases the likelihood of earthquake-induced fires. Climatically, seasonal Santa Ana wind conditions have the potential to exacerbate fire conditions, thereby requiring reliable access by fire suppression crews and equipment. Topographically, portions of Glendale are located within hillside areas that are accessible by steep, narrow and winding streets. All of these conditions contribute to the need to maintain minimum fire access standards to enable fire suppression crews to properly respond to structure and wildland fires in a manner that will prevent rapid spread throughout the community. (Justification: Administrative, Geologic, Climatic, Topographic)
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Security Standards
Volume VII is hereby added to the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code for administrative reasons to establish Security Standards, with no changes from its previous form as it appears in the 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
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Commercial and Industrial Property Maintenance Standards
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Green Building Standards
Section IX – 2.
301.1 Scope.
This amendment is the same as in the 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment clarifies the scope of the green building standards. (Justification: Administrative and Climatic - See justification A and I in the attached Key to Justifications)
Section IX – 3.
4.106.4 Water permeable surfaces.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment reduces water runoff from exposed paved areas associated with residential development, and encourages natural percolation and on-site water retention which provides many environmental benefits.
(Justification: Climatic - See justification I in the attached Key to Justifications)
Section IX – 4.
4.509 NATURAL LIGHT AND VENTILATION.
This amendment is the same as in the 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2020 Glendale Building and Safety Code.
This amendment increases the available natural ventilation and fresh air circulation. Larger openable windows and doors also enable the occupants to rely upon artificial interior lights less, thereby saving energy each day.
(Justification: Climatic and Topographic - See justification I and J in the attached Key to Justifications)
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A. This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification, and does not modify a California Building Standard pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of building standards throughout the City of Glendale.
B. This amendment is justified on the basis of a local geologic condition. The City is subject to earthquake hazards caused by its location on the Sierra Madre fault near the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. Said fault is the eastward extension of the same fault upon which the 1971 San Fernando earthquake originated. Other faults which potentially could cause seismic activity in the City include the Verdugo fault located near the southwest edge of the Verdugo Mountains and its branches to the east, the Sycamore Canyon fault, the Scholl Canyon fault and the Eagle Rock and San Rafael faults. The York Boulevard fault is also important in that it is a western extension of the Raymond Hill fault for which there is considerable evidence for recent geologic activity. Said faults are generally considered major Southern California earthquake faults which may experience rupture at any time. Thus, because the City is within a seismic area which includes earthquake faults within and through the jurisdictional limits of the City, the modifications and changes cited herein are designed to better limit property damage as a result of seismic activity and to establish criteria for repair of damaged property following a local emergency.
C. This amendment is justified on the basis of a local climatic condition. The seasonal climatic conditions during the late summer and fall create severe fire hazards to the public health and welfare in the city. The hot, dry weather in combination with Santa Ana winds frequently results in wildland fires in the thousands of acres of brush- covered slopes in the Verdugo and San Rafael Hills, Chevy Chase Hills, and Repetto Hills area of the City. These areas extend from the City's boundary on the east to the Angeles National Forest in the north and the Verdugo Mountains at the Burbank boundary to the west. The aforementioned conditions combined with the geological characteristics of the hills within the City create hazardous conditions for which departure from the California Building Standards Code is required.
D. Glendale topography includes significant hillsides with narrow and winding access, which makes timely response by fire suppression vehicles difficult.
Additionally, long periods of dry, hot weather, combined with unpredictable seasonal winds (Santa Ana wind conditions) result in increased exposure to fire risk. The modifications and additions to the California Building Standards Code are reasonably necessary to combat the hazards brought about by local climatic conditions. Glendale has a desert weather pattern with monsoon type rain followed by long periods of hot, dry weather. The heavy rains tend to oversaturate the soil for a short time period during the year, having a detrimental effect on in-ground structures affected by varying moisture conditions. The City is situated on the alluvial flood plains of the Arroyo Verdugo Wash, Sycamore, Verdugo and Scholl Canyons and the Verdugo and San Gabriel Mountain drainages which have an 534 of 818
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2 extensive history of slope failures causing serious floods and mud slides especially when a heavy rainy season occurs after a severe brush fire. New constructions or additions in said areas must be regulated to assure that hillside slides will not be exacerbated, and if possible, will be improved.
E. This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification, which does not modify a California Building Standard pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of grading standards throughout the City of Glendale.
F. This amendment is justified on the basis of a local geologic condition. The City of Glendale is subject to earthquake hazards caused by its location on the Sierra Madre fault near the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. Said fault is the eastward extension of the same fault upon which the 1971 San Fernando earthquake originated. Other faults which potentially could cause seismic activity in the City include the Verdugo fault located near the southwest edge of the Verdugo Mountains and its branches to the east, the Sycamore Canyon fault, the Scholl Canyon fault and the Eagle Rock and San Rafael faults. The York Boulevard fault is also important in that it is a western extension of the Raymond Hill fault for which there is considerable evidence for recent geologic activity.
Said faults are generally considered major Southern California earthquake faults which may experience rupture at any time. This amendment establishes grading standards that are intended to improve the performance of graded sites that may be subjected to seismic movement, including both vertical and lateral ground surface acceleration. Thus, because the City is within a seismic area which includes earthquake faults within and through the jurisdictional limits of the City, the modifications and changes cited herein are necessary to better limit personal injury and property damage as a result of seismic activity and to establish criteria for repair of damaged property following a local emergency.
G. This amendment is justified on the basis of a local climatic condition. The seasonal climatic conditions during the late summer and fall create severe fire hazards as hot, dry weather in combination with Santa Ana winds frequently result in wildland fires in the thousands of acres of brush-covered slopes in the Verdugo and San Rafael Hills, Chevy Chase Hills and Repetto Hills areas of the city, which can rapidly denude natural vegetation. The City of Glendale is also subjected to heavy seasonal rains, which are generally more intense than most regions in California. The City’s orientation within the Verdugo Mountains results in a concentration of rainfall during the fall and winter seasons, which often result in severe ground and slope saturation. The City is situated on the alluvial flood plains of the Arroyo Verdugo Wash, Sycamore, Verdugo and Scholl Canyons and the Verdugo and San Gabriel Mountain drainages which have an extensive history of slope failures causing serious floods and mud slides especially when a heavy rainy season occurs after a severe brush fire. New construction and additions in said areas must be regulated to assure that hillside slides will not be exacerbated, and if possible, will be improved. 535 of 818
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3 H. This amendment is justified on the basis of a local topographic condition. The City of Glendale is situated in an area of significant hillside terrain, which includes areas that are very steep and prone to both surficial and deep-seated slope failures. The topography of portions of the City of Glendale include steep, continuous slopes that are several hundred feet in height, and extend across multiple parcels including privately owned property as well as public right-of-way and publicly owned open space. The topography in many areas is too steep to support significant vegetation, and is prone to erosion during seasonal heavy rains. Other portions of Glendale include lower elevation topography that is located in close proximity to natural waterways which result in high water table conditions. Such topography is typically associated with liquefaction-prone property, and many such regions have been identified on the state’s Seismic Hazard Maps as candidates for potential liquefaction activity.
I. This amendment is justified on the basis of a local climatic condition, which makes amendment of Green Building Standards reasonably necessary pursuant to Health and Safety Code (HSC) 17958.5. The seasonal hot, dry weather during the summer combined with arid conditions throughout the Los Angeles Basin region (including regional drought conditions), contribute to excessive energy demand to support cooling loads. Such conditions also contribute to a regional shortage of potable water supply. Similarly, periods of extremely cold weather during the fall and winter seasons result in significant heat loss in and around buildings.
J. This amendment is justified on the basis of a local topographic condition, which makes amendment of Green Building Standards reasonably necessary pursuant to Health and Safety Code (HSC) 17958.5. The mountainous terrain that surrounds the Los Angeles Basin region contributes to the thermal inversion of trapped air.
Such air becomes atypically warm or cold, depending on the season, thereby significantly increasing energy and water consumption. Furthermore, the thermal inversion traps all forms of air pollution, especially exhaust from hydrocarbon combustion (such as vehicle exhaust), and creates unhealthful respiratory conditions on a frequent basis.
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CITY OF GLENDALE, CALIFORNIA
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA ITEM
Report: Introduction of an Ordinance of the City of Glendale, California, Amending the Glendale Building and Safety Code Volume IX to Adopt Local Amendments to the 2022 Edition of the California Building and Energy Code Pertaining to Building Electrification, Solar Photovoltaic and Electric Vehicle Charging Installations.
1. Introduction of an Ordinance Amending the Glendale Building and Safety Code, Volume IX, to Adopt Local Amendments to the 2022 Edition of the California Building and Energy Code.
COUNCIL ACTION
Item Type: Action Item
Approved for November 1, 2022 calendar
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The City of Glendale hired Rincon Consultants to develop building electrification, photovoltaic (PV), and electric vehicle (EV) charging reach codes to be adopted through a local amendment to the 2022 California Building and Energy Code.
The proposed reach codes will require the following:
1.Building Electrification: Require all new construction (including standalone accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to be all-electric with limited exemptions and subject to an infeasibility waiver.
2.PV Infrastructure: Require non-residential and multifamily PV systems to be installed on all new buildings to offset 100 percent of projected electricity use or cover at least 50 percent of rooftop space, and include an infeasibility waiver for 537 of 818
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projects unable to meet the requirement due to shading or other technical constraints.
3.EV Charging Infrastructure: Require EV charging infrastructure for new single and multi-family dwellings, townhouses with attached private garages, new construction multifamily dwellings with residential parking facilities, and new non- residential construction, with limited exceptions and subject to an infeasibility waiver.
COUNCIL PRIORITIES
Environmental Stewardship: Implementation of building electrification, PV and EV charging are cornerstones of modern climate action planning and can lay the foundation for significant GHG reduction across the building and transportation sectors.
Infrastructure: Electrifying our homes has major health benefits. Burning gas releases nitrogen oxides and particulates, which can have serious health consequences.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council introduce an ordinance amending the Glendale Building and Safety Code, Volume IX, to a include local reach code amendments to the 2022 Edition of the California Building and Energy Code.
BACKGROUND
The City of Glendale is considering three new reach codes, which would be adopted through local amendments to the 2022 California Building and Energy Code. These reach codes would go beyond the State’s minimum requirements for buildings required by California Building and Energy Code to emphasize even more significant energy savings and GHG reductions. The proposed reach codes will focus:
1. Electrifying new construction;
2. Expanding local solar generation; and
3. Increasing EV charging capacity.
At the September 22, 2020, City Council meeting, staff presented a report asking for direction on requiring commercial development in Glendale to provide rooftop solar photovoltaic systems. In the report, staff concluded in part; “Should City Council decide to pursue adoption of a Reach Code requirement for commercial photovoltaic, further study would need to be conducted toward that aim. In addition to a Glendale-specific cost-effectiveness study for commercial photovoltaics, City Council may desire to include other provisions within the Reach Code, which would require further study.” 538 of 818
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City Council directed staff to explore hiring a consultant team to determine the feasibility of adopting a commercial PV requirement. In addition, City Council asked that any reach code study include information on building electrification and EV charging.
On March 22, 2022 the City Council approved the hiring Rincon Consultants, Inc., an experienced environmental science, planning and engineering firm to provide technical assistance and support development of local reach codes for building electrification, PV infrastructure, and EV charging for the City.
ANALYSIS
A goal of adopting reach codes is to continue on the pathway to decarbonize the City’s built and transportation sectors. To that end, and based on analysis of building electrification, PV and EV reach codes across California, review of best practices, examination of Glendale’s built environment and existing PV and EV infrastructure, and based on 2022 cost-effectiveness studies, Rincon has recommended Glendale consider adopting the following reach codes:
1. Building Electrification: Require all new construction (including standalone accessory dwelling units (ADUs)) be all-electric with limited exemptions and subject to an infeasibility waiver. This approach advances the most substantial climate benefit by requiring developers to provide proof of technical infeasibility of building electrification instead of categorizing entire building types as electrification-exempt.
2. PV Infrastructure: Require non-residential and multifamily PV systems be installed on all new buildings, in order to offset 100 percent of projected electricity use or to cover at least 50 percent of rooftop space. The PV infrastructure codes would include an infeasibility waiver for projects unable to meet the requirement due to shading or other constraints. This approach allows for PV installation sizes that produce a more ambitious GHG reduction for lower-density buildings while allowing flexible implementation in Glendale's urban environment, where buildings with a large energy footprint may have a small available amount of rooftop space.
3. EV Charging Infrastructure:
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b. Require new construction of multifamily dwellings with residential parking facilities to install EV charging infrastructure as follows:
i. New construction with less than 20 dwelling units would be required to install EVCS with Level 2 EV Ready parking spaces where 50% of dwelling units have parking spaces. Required an additional 5% of dwelling units with parking spaces shall be Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charging Spaces. In addition, a further 20% of dwelling units with parking spaces shall be Level 2 EV Capable. ALMS shall be permitted to reduce load when multiple vehicles are charging. ii. New construction with 20 dwelling units or more shall be required to provide EVCS with Level 2 EV Ready for 50% of dwelling units with parking spaces. ALMS shall be permitted to reduce load when multiple vehicles are charging. An additional 15% of dwelling units with parking spaces shall be Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charging Spaces. An additional 10% of dwelling units with parking spaces shall be Level II EV capable. EV-ready spaces, EV-capable spaces, and EVCS in multifamily developments shall comply with California Building Code, Chapter 11A, Section 1109A. EVCS shall comply with the accessibility provisions for EV chargers in the California Building Code, Chapter 11B.
c. Electric vehicle (EV) charging for new non-residential and hotel construction will be required to provide Tier 2 level charging capability.
A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS APPLICABLE TO ALL PROPOSED REACH CODES
1. Existing Building Requirements: The proposed ordinance does not require electrification of existing buildings.
2. Commercial Kitchens: The proposed ordinance, based on cost effectiveness study for full service and quick services restaurants provides a limited exemption for a newly constructed food service establishments and would only apply to the area of its building with cooking equipment or a commercial kitchen. It is proposed that the exemption for commercial kitchens not-extend beyond December 31, 2023.
3. Affordable Housing: The requirements of the proposed ordinance shall not affect any other state or local requirements related to the delivery of affordable housing, including but not limited to state and local density bonus requirements under Government Code Section 65915 et seq. and GMC Chapter 4.11, Chapter
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4. Infeasibility Waivers Process Generally: There are certain facility types with specialized operations that may not be able to immediately to adopt all-electric options. Based on these circumstances staff proposes allowing permit applicants to apply for infeasibility waivers whereby applicants may show circumstances that make it technically infeasible to meet the requirements of the proposed reach code. Applicant’s will have the obligation to provide proof of infeasibility, subject to the review and approval of the City’s Building Official and/or GWP General Manager or their respective designee(s). Applicants for infeasibility waivers would still be required to make the facility electrification-ready to the greatest possible extent so that a future transition from natural gas to electric equipment will be easier.
a.Infeasibility. Infeasibility is defined as the inability of a project to meet the requirements of the local amendments to the building code due to a lack of commercially available equipment, lack of specific technologies, or unique site characteristics that make it technically impossible to install and or implement the code required all-electric systems.
b.Applications for Infeasibility Waivers. Building permit applicants seeking an infeasibility waiver will be required to apply for a waiver following an application process (to be developed). The waiver application will require the applicant to show the maximum threshold of compliance they believe is feasible for the project and demonstrate the circumstances that make further compliance infeasible.
5. Building Electrification Infeasibility Waiver Process: If an applicant for a building permit believes there are circumstances that make it technically infeasible to meet the ordinance's requirements for building electrification, the applicant may be able to justify installing natural gas appliances so long as the building is pre-wired for future electric appliance installation. Each natural gas appliance installed pursuant to an infeasibility waiver would be required to provide the following:
a. A dedicated circuit, phased appropriately, for each appliance.
Each circuit having a minimum amperage requirement for a comparable electric appliance (based on the manufacturer’s recommendations), an electrical receptacle or junction box that is connected to the electric panel, and conductors of adequate capacity within 3 feet of the appliance. Each such circuit shall be accessible with no obstructions;
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b. Both ends of the unused conductor or conduit shall be labeled with the words “For Future Electric Appliance” and be electrically isolated;
c. A reserved circuit breaker space shall be installed in the electrical panel adjacent to the circuit breaker for the branch circuit and labeled for each circuit, an example is as follows: “For Future Electric Range”; and iv. All electrical components, including conductors, receptacles, junction boxes, or blank covers, related to this section shall be installed in accordance with the California Electrical Code.
6. Solar PV System Infeasibility Waiver Process: Applicants may request an infeasibility waiver from the PV System installation requirements from the Building Official. The Building Official may grant the waiver if the Building Official determines that PV system installation and implementation is technically infeasible. Technical infeasibility may include practical challenges such as building site constraints, limited rooftop availability, shading from nearby structures, topography, or vegetation.
7. EV System Infeasibility Waiver Process: Applicants may request an infeasibility waiver from EV system installation requirements from the Public Works Director, and or the General Manager of Glendale Water and Power.
Public Works and/or GWP, depending on the applicant, may determine that EV charging and infrastructure are not feasible where there is no local utility power supply, or the local utility cannot supply adequate power, or where parking is not required. For example, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs) are not required to supply additional parking facilities, electrical panel upgrades, or new panel installation.
However, ADUs and JADUs without additional parking but with electrical panel upgrades or new panels will be required to provide reserved breakers and electrical capacity.
B. STAFFING RESOURCES.
Implementing the proposed reach codes and the 2022 California Building Code may require additional staffing resources in the Community Development Department and in Glendale Water & Power.
1. Community Development
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As a consequence of changes brought about by state mandates regarding Solar/Photovoltaic, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, and the adoption of new state laws granting greater flexibility to develop ADUs/JADUs, among other housing laws, the City has experienced a substantial increase in permit applications. Over the last four years, City staff has so far been able to offset increase in applications by implementing streamlining practices, using third-party vendors and hourly employees, and authorizing overtime. However, these short term fixes are not sustainable as a long-term work load solution.
Staff anticipates that work load will increase in connection with the 2022 State Building Code and Reach Code implementation. The increased work will principally be experienced in the processing of planning applications, plan checks, and inspections.
These are areas already impacted by understaffing. Staff recommends adding a dedicated plan check engineer (Building Code Specialist III) and an inspector (Inspector II) with skills necessary to review photovoltaic systems by engineering analysis, evaluation of energy efficiency, and solar projects involving residential, commercial, or industrial customers. The dedicated inspector will apply knowledge of structural energy requirements, fire life safety, solar technology, and proper system installation.
Fiscal Impact:
- Building Code Specialist III - $132,282 (FTE - fully burdened) - Inspector II $103,543 (FTE - fully burdened)
Planning and permitting fees are statutorily permitted to be set at levels that will cover the cost of these services.
2. Glendale Water and Power
The proposed reach codes and the 2022 California Building Code are geared towards further electrifying the built environment in California. The proposed reach codes focus on delivering an all-electric buildings starting January 2023. The 2022 California Building Code encourages the construction of all-electric buildings and requires that new buildings be electric-ready, meaning that the all-electric infrastructure needs to be in place, even if it will not be immediately capable of being used.
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decommissioning/replacement/upgrade of existing aging utility infrastructure based on South Coast Air Quality District permitting, contractual and statutory reliability requirements – all of which has been discussed in the context of the Grayson Repowering Project, GWP’s Integrated Resource Plan, among other plans and reports.
The added demand on existing electrical infrastructure is real and is important to understand. For example, reach codes and Cal Green standards (100% electric) will increase electrical loads from multi-family buildings where EV charging will be required.
If the increase load exceeds the existing 5MW feeder threshold, new feeders may need to be installed to connect the substation to serve the added electrical demand to these sites. The estimated cost to install a new feeder system is $5 to $7 million, and is chargeable to the project applicant. This new utility infrastructure may be a combination of overhead (OH)/underground(UG) – 12 KV feeder and substation equipment such as High Voltage Transformers/Circuit Breakers and associated hardware /protection systems.
New electrical infrastructure for single family homes development and major renovations of existing homes/ multi-unit apartments could cost in the range of $1K for a simple OH service to $3K to include a new pole, or $25K to $50K for a new UG service conduit/cable. A new second primary service typically costs from $100K to $200K – including new UG Conduits/Cables/Vault/ Transformer.
GWP will need to study, plan for, fund and develop infrastructure. These tasks require personnel to support administrative services such as plan development and checking new electrical installations. GWP is in the process of analyzing the impact of the proposed reach code and the 2022 California Building Code on staffing and infrastructure and will be submitting a staffing budget request in the near future, however, in the near term GWP anticipates it will need up to twenty (20) full time employees, including:
•Field Personnel - these positions are to Install/Construct/Maintain – New Reach Code Infrastructure/Feeders.
•Customer Service Planning/ Inspector Series - to locate electrical panels and assist customer in the design/location/inspection of new panels and increased service sizes to serve loads add EV chargers and electrify homes. •Engineering Personnel - to plan and design GWP system/utility infrastructure upgrades and growth. As the GWP system grows and aging infrastructure is modernized and/or replaced, GWP will need additional staffing and resources to respond to 100% electrification of Glendale’s buildings and the transportation sector.
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STAKEHOLDERS/OUTREACH
Staff has engaged in stakeholder outreach to obtain professional and community feedback on the proposed reach codes. The following groups were invited to attend the webinar and workshops:
•Glendale Chamber of Commerce
•American Institute of Architects, Los Angeles Chapter (AIA|LA) •Sustainability Commission
•Sierra Club of the Foothills
•MPI Construction
•Architects
•EBE Associates
•UpDevelopment
•SEC Development
•NextGen Vision
•Sturgill Associates
•ArcSTEM
•Arch N Tech
•Structural AF
•Domus Design
•Franco Noravian and Associates
•Orange Green ARC
•Haks Design
•USGBC Los Angeles
•Glendale Environmental Coalition
•American Institute of Architects - Pasadena and Foothill Chapter •Building Electrification Working Group
•USGBC Los Angeles
•City of Glendale Affordable Housing Team
The stakeholder outreach program included:
1. Introduction Webinar explaining reach codes and the types of reach codes the City of Glendale proposes.
2. A website describing the proposed City of Glendale reach codes, webinar presentations, a survey, and a FAQ corner.
https://www.glendaleca.gov/government/departments/office-of-the-city- manager/new-building-electrification-ordinance
3. Workshops: The City hosted two workshops, one for the professional community and one for the general community. The workshop sessions provided an in-depth look at the reach codes and allowed participants to ask detailed questions about the scope and scale of the proposed reach codes.
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4. Rincon provided a detailed presentation and recommendations on the reach codes to the Sustainability Commission.
Survey Results
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Next Steps
If the City Council introduces the ordinance amending the Glendale Building and Safety Code Volume IX to Adopt Local Amendments to the 2022 Edition of the California Building and Energy Code, the following actions will occur:
1. After the ordinance in adopted, staff will prepare the required documentation to be submitted to the California Energy Commission to be agendized for consideration of the proposed PV reach code on the first available monthly CEC meeting docket.
2. Staff will prepare the required documentation to be submitted to the California Building and Standards Commission.
3. Upon adoption of the ordinance, staff will file a CEQA notice of exemption with the Los Angeles County Clerk and with the Office of Planning and Research (OPR) at the state.
If the ordinance is introduced, adoption will be scheduled for the November 15, 2022 City Council meeting, and will become effective January 1, 2023. The PV reach code will become effective upon CEC approval.
FISCAL IMPACT
The implementation of the reach codes and the 2022 California Building Code will require additional staffing resources in the Community Development Department and/or Glendale Water and Power as detailed in this report.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW (CEQA/NEPA)
The City Council finds and determines that this Ordinance is exempt from review under 547 of 818
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the California Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§15000, et seq., "CEQA"), and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 California Code of Regulations §§15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines") because it consists of revisions and clarifications to an existing code of construction-related regulations and specification of procedures related thereto being taken for enhanced protection of the environment and while there may be added infrastructure resulting from the implementation of the Reach Codes, it does not have the potential to cause significant effects on the environment; to the contrary, the transition from fossil fuel sources is part of the State of California’s overall plan to decrease GHG emissions from stationary and transportation sources. Adoption of the Ordinance is categorically exempt in accordance with CEQA Guidelines §15305 as a minor alteration in land use limitations which do not result in any changes in land use or density and is exempt under CEQA Guidelines §15308 as an action taken by a regulatory agency as authorized by California law to assure maintenance or protection of the environment.
CAMPAIGN DISCLOSURE
This item is exempt from campaign disclosure requirements.
ALTERNATIVES
Alternative 1: Introduce an ordinance requiring all electric new construction, installing PV and EV infrastructure thus amending the Glendale Building and Safety Code to adopt Local Amendments to the 2022 Edition of the California Building and Energy Code.
Alternative 2: Introduce an ordinance requiring all electric new construction starting January 1, 2023, and to phase in PV and EV reach codes.
Alternative 3: City Council may consider any other alternative not proposed by staff.
ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION
Prepared by:
David Jones, Sustainability Officer
Approved by:
Roubik R. Golanian, P.E., City Manager
EXHIBITS/ATTACHMENTS
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1. Ordinance of the City of Glendale, California, amending the Glendale Building and Safety Code Volume IX to adopt local amendments to the 2022 Edition of the California Building and Energy Code.
2. 2022 Code Cycle Custom Cost Effectiveness Analysis: City of Glendale - Nonresidential
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1 ORDINANCE NO. ___________
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE
GLENDALE BUILDING AND SAFETY CODE VOLUME IX TO ADOPT LOCAL AMENDMENTS TO THE 2022 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING AND
ENERGY CODE PERTAINING TO BUILDING ELECTRIFICATION, SOLAR
PHOTOVOLTAIC AND ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING INSTALLATIONS WHEREAS, this ordinance amends the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code to add reach codes that require building electrification, installation of photovoltaic systems and electric vehicle charging systems for new residential and nonresidential buildings; and
WHEREAS, adoption of the reach codes supports the City Council’s recent authorization to prepare a Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) which will aim to reduce communitywide greenhouse gas emissions; and
WHEREAS, various state orders and statutes are targeted to reduction of greenhouse gas emissions including Executive Order N-79-20 and the Advanced Clean Cars II program which prohibits the sale of internal combustion passenger vehicles beyond 2035, and the California Green Building Standards Code which contains mandatory green building provisions, as well as a range of voluntary measures, known as CALGreen Voluntary Tier 1 and Tier 2, relating to energy efficiency and renewable energy; and
WHEREAS, California Health and Safety Code section 17958 requires cities adopt building regulations that are substantially the same as those adopted by the California Building Standards Commission and contained in the California Building Standards; and
WHEREAS, additionally, the California Energy Code is a part of the California Building Standards which implements minimum energy efficiency standards in buildings through mandatory requirements, prescriptive standards, and performances standards; and
WHEREAS, California Health and Safety Code Sections 17958.5, 17958.7 and 18941.5 allow the City to make changes or modifications to the building standards contained in the California Building Standards based upon express findings that such changes or modifications are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions; and
WHEREAS, California Green Building Standards Code Section 101.7.1 provides that local climatic, geological or topographical conditions include environmental conditions established by a city, county, or city and county through findings; and 550 of 818
2 WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Glendale finds that each of the amendments, additions and deletions to the California Green Building Standards Code and California Energy Code contained in this ordinance are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions described in Attachment “A” to this ordinance; and
WHEREAS, Public Resources Code Section 25402.l(h)2 and Section 10-106. of the Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Standards) establish a process which allows local adoption of energy standards that are more stringent than the statewide Standards, provided that such local standards are cost effective, and that the California Energy Commission finds that the local standards will require buildings to be designed to consume no more energy than permitted by the California Energy Code; and WHEREAS, cost effectiveness studies prepared by the California Statewide Investor Owned Utilities Codes and Standards Program in conjunction with the City’s consultant demonstrate that the local amendments are cost-effective and do not result in buildings consuming more energy than is permitted by the 2022 California Energy Code; and
WHEREAS, local amendments to the 2022 California Energy Code were the subject of three public meetings conducted on August 25th, September 8th and September 12, 2022 (City Council) pursuant to which direction was given to bring this ordinance forward for introduction; and
WHEREAS, following adoption of this ordinance the local amendments to the 2022 California Energy Code as adopted into the 2022 Glendale Building and Safety Code will, in accordance with Public Resources Code Section 25402.1(h)(2) and Section 10-106 of the 2022 California Administrative Code (Title 24, Part 1), be submitted to the California Building Standards Commission for filing and will be submitted to the California Energy Commission for approval.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE:
SECTION 1. RECITALS
The City Council finds the foregoing recitals to be true and correct and hereby incorporates those recitals into this Ordinance.
SECTION 2. PURPOSE AND INTENT
It is the purpose and intent of this Ordinance to adopt the local amendments to the 2022 California Energy Code (Title 24, Part 6 and Part 11) that provide local, cost effective standards for new residential, non-residential, and hotel and motel buildings that exceed the minimum standards of the 2022 California Energy Code and 2022 California Green Building Standards Code to achieve energy savings, reduce local pollution, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and address unique local climatic, geological, and topographical conditions. The requirements of this chapter shall not affect any other 551 of 818
3 state or local requirements related to the delivery of affordable housing, including but not limited to state and local density bonus requirements under Government Code Section 65915 et seq. and G.M.C Chapter 4.11, Chapter 30.35 and Chapter 30.36.
Furthermore, nothing in this local amendment negates the requirement of new construction to comply with State code minimums.
SECTION 3. LOCAL AMENDMENTS TO ENERGY CODE
Volume IX (Green Building Standards) of the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code, is hereby amended as follows (underlined for additions and strike through for deletions):
A. SECTION IX-5 Local Amendments to the California Green Building and Energy Codes. Notwithstanding any provisions of the 2022 California Energy Code, 2022 California Green Building Standards Code, or other codes adopted by any Chapter in the Glendale Municipal Code to the contrary, the local amendments to the Energy Code and Green Building Code set forth in this Section shall apply and are hereby amended as follows (underlined for additions and strike through for deletions):
1. California Energy Code Subchapter 1, section 100.1(b) (Definitions) is hereby amended as follows:
AFFORDABLE HOUSING. Units owned or operated by any government agency or whose rent is subsidized by any government agency, including, but not limited to, subsidies under the federal government’s Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8); rental units that require intake, case management or counseling as part of the occupation, and an occupancy agreement; or rental units subject to a covenant or agreement, such as a density bonus housing agreement, inclusionary housing agreement or an affordable housing agreement, with a government agency, including the city, the housing authority, the state of California, or the federal government, restricting the rental rate that may be charged for that unit.
ALL-ELECTRIC BUILDING. A building that contains no combustion equipment or plumbing for combustion equipment serving space heating (including fireplaces), water heating (including pools and spas), cooking appliances (including barbeques), and clothes drying, within the building or building property lines, and instead uses electric heating appliances for service.
COOKING EQUIPMENT. Means equipment intended for commercial use, including ovens, ranges, and cooking appliances for use in a Commercial Kitchen, restaurant, or other business establishment where food is dispensed.
COMBUSTION EQUIPMENT. Any equipment or appliance used for space heating, water heating, cooking, clothes drying and/or lighting that uses fuel gas.
COMMERCIAL KITCHEN. Is a facility devoted to the commercial preparation, production, and cooking of food and beverages.
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4 ECONOMIC INFEASABILITY. Means the inability of a development project to meet the requirements of the local amendment to the building code due to a substantial increase in upfront or operational costs so that the development project is no longer economically viable.
ELECTRIC HEATING APPLIANCE. A device that produces heat energy to create a warm environment by the application of electric power to resistance elements, refrigerant compressors, or dissimilar material junctions, as defined in the California Mechanical Code.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATION (EVCS). A parking space that includes installation of electric vehicle charging equipment (EVSE) at an EV Ready Space. An EVCS space may be used to satisfy EV Ready Space requirements. EVSE shall be installed in accordance with the California Electrical Code, Article 625.
FUEL GAS. A gas that is natural, manufactured, liquefied petroleum, or a mixture of these that is used as fuel.
LEVEL 2 EV CAPABLE SPACE. A parking space provided with electrical infrastructure that meets the following requirements:
A. Conduit that links a listed electrical panel with sufficient capacity to a junction box or receptacle located within three (3) feet of the parking space.
B. The conduit shall be designed to accommodate at least 8.3 kVa (208/240 volt, 40-ampere) per parking space. Conduit shall have a minimum nominal trade size of 1 inch inside diameter and may be sized for multiple circuits as allowed by the California Electrical Code. Conduit shall be installed at a minimum in spaces that will be inaccessible after construction, either trenched underground or where penetrations to walls, floors, or other partitions would otherwise be required for future installation of branch circuits, and such additional elements deemed necessary by the Building Official. Construction documents shall indicate future completion of conduit from the panel to the parking space, via the installed inaccessible conduit.
C. The electrical panel shall reserve a space for a 40-ampere overcurrent protective device space(s) for EV charging, labeled in the panel directory as “EV CAPABLE.”
D. Electrical load calculations shall demonstrate that the electrical panel service capacity and electrical system, including any on-site distribution transformer(s), have sufficient capacity to simultaneously charge all EVs at all required EV spaces at a minimum of 40 amperes.
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LEVEL 2 EV READY SPACE. A parking space that is served by a complete electric circuit with the following requirements:
A. A minimum of 8.3 kVa (208/240 volt, 40-ampere) capacity wiring.
B. A receptacle labeled “Electric Vehicle Outlet” or electric vehicle supply equipment located within three (3) feet of the parking space. If EVSE is provided the minimum capacity of the EVSE shall be 30-ampere.
SOLAR ELECTRIC GENERATION SYSTEM or PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM (PV) Is the complete set of all components for converting sunlight into electricity through the photovoltaic process, including the array of panels, inverter(s) and the balance of system components required to enable the system to effectively deliver power to reduce a building's consumption of electricity from the utility grid.
TECHNICAL INFEASIBILITY. Is the inability of a development project to meet the requirements of local amendments to the Glendale Building and Safety Code due to a lack of commercially available equipment, specific technologies, or unique site characteristics.
AUTOMATIC LOAD MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (ALMS). A control system designed to manage load across one or more electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE), circuits, panels and to share electrical capacity and/or automatically manage power at each connection point. ALMS systems shall be designed to deliver no less than 3.3 kVa (208/240 volt, 16-ampere) to each electric vehicle (EV) Capable, EV Ready or EVCS space served by the ALMS, and meet the requirements of California Electrical Code Article 625. The connected amperage to the building site for the EV charging infrastructure shall not be lower than the required connected amperage per California Green Building Standards Code, Title 24 Part 11.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) READY SPACE. [HCD] A vehicle space which is provided with a branch circuit; any necessary raceways, both underground and/or surface mounted; to accommodate EV charging, terminating in a receptacle or a charger.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) CAPABLE SPACE. A vehicle space with electrical panel space and load capacity to support a branch circuit and necessary raceways, both underground and/or surface mounted, to support EV charging.
LEVEL 2 ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT (EVSE). [HCD] The 208/240 Volt 40-ampere branch circuit, and the electric vehicle charging connectors, attachment plugs, and all other fittings, devices, power outlets, or 554 of 818
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LOW POWER LEVEL 2 ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) CHARGING RECEPTACLE. [HCD] A 208/240 Volt 20- ampere minimum branch circuit and a receptacle for use by an EV driver to charge their electric vehicle or hybrid electric vehicle.
2. Title 24, Part 6, Subchapter 3 – Nonresidential, Hotel/Motel Occupancies, and Covered Processes – New Mandatory Local Requirements.
Section 120.11 is added to the California Energy Code as Follows:
Section 120.11 Non-residential photovoltaic required system size. All new nonresidential, high-rise residential, and hotel/motel buildings shall comply with the requirements of Section 120.11(a) or Section 120.11(b). The required installation of a photovoltaic (PV) system shall be sized according to one of the following methods:
a. Install a PV system that offsets 100% of building electricity use based on energy models conducted for the building, the solar PV system should offset 100% of average annual building electricity demand. b. Install a PV system that covers 50% of gross roof space based on gross roof area, the solar PV system should cover a square footage equal to 50% of the total roof area.
Section 120.12 Infeasibility Waiver Process. Building permit applicants may request a waiver from the requirements of section 120.11 by submitting an infeasibility waiver application to the Building Official. Infeasibility waiver applications must demonstrate that circumstances exist that make installation of non-residential photovoltaic systems is technologically infeasible. The Building Official shall make a determination whether an infeasibility waiver applicant had demonstrated with substantial evidence that there exist sufficient practical challenges to make compliance with the provisions of section 120.11 technologically infeasible. As part of any application for an infeasibility waiver an applicant shall also demonstrate the maximum feasible level of compliance. Circumstances that constitute infeasibility include, but are not limited to, the location of a building, limited rooftop availability, shading from nearby structures, topographic constraints, or existing vegetation. The applicant is responsible for demonstrating infeasibility when applying for exemption. If the Building Official determines that it is infeasible for the applicant to fully meet the requirements of section 120.11, the Building Official shall also determine the maximum feasible threshold of compliance reasonably achievable for the project. The Building Official shall notify the applicant in writing of his or her determination. Any modifications to a project based on the approval or denial of an infeasibility wavier application shall be completed prior to further review of any pending planning or building permit application.
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3. Title 24, Part 6, Subchapter 10 – Multifamily Buildings– New Mandatory Local Requirements.
Section 160.10 is added to the California Energy Code as Follows:
160.10 Nonresidential Photovoltaic Required System Size. All new multifamily buildings shall comply with the requirements of Section 160.10(a) or Section 160.10(b). The required installation of a photovoltaic (PV) system shall be sized according to one of the following methods:
a. Install a PV system that offsets 100% of building electricity use. Based on energy models conducted for the building, the solar PV system should offset 100% of average annual building electricity demand. b. Install a PV system that covers 50% of gross roof space. Based on gross roof area, the solar PV system should cover a square footage equal to 50% of the total roof area.
Section 160.11 Infeasibility Waiver Process. Building permit applicants may request a waiver from the requirements of section 160.10 by submitting an infeasibility waiver application to the Building Official. Infeasibility waiver applications must demonstrate that circumstances exist that make installation of non-residential photovoltaic systems is technologically infeasible. The Building Official shall make a determination whether an infeasibility waiver applicant had demonstrated with substantial evidence that there exist sufficient practical challenges to make compliance with the provisions of section 160.10 technologically infeasible. As part of any application for an infeasibility waiver an applicant shall also demonstrate the maximum feasible level of compliance. Circumstances that constitute infeasibility include, but are not limited to, the location of a building, limited rooftop availability, shading from nearby structures, topographic constraints, or existing vegetation. The applicant is responsible for demonstrating infeasibility when applying for exemption. If the Building Official determines that it is infeasible for the applicant to fully meet the requirements of section 160.10, the Building Official shall also determine the maximum feasible threshold of compliance reasonably achievable for the project. The Building Official shall notify the applicant in writing of his or her determination. Any modifications to a project based on the approval or denial of an infeasibility wavier application shall be completed prior to further review of any pending planning or building permit application.
Section 160.12 Appeal Procedure. A decision of the Building Official shall become final fifteen (15) days following the date of the decision letter unless an appeal to the 556 of 818
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4. California Green Building Standards Code, Title 24, Part 11
4.1 Chapter 4 – Residential Mandatory measures
Section 4.1(a) subsection 4.106.4 of the California Energy Code is amended as follows:
4.106.4 Electric vehicle (EV) charging for new construction. New construction shall comply with California Energy Code Sections 4.106.4.1 or 4.106.4.2, and 4.106.4.3, to facilitate future installation and use of EV chargers. Electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) shall be installed in accordance with the California Electrical Code, Article 625. For EVCS signs, refer to Caltrans Traffic Operations Policy Directive 13-01 (Zero Emission Vehicle Signs and Pavement Markings) or its successor(s).
4.106.4.1 Exceptions:
The city may determine, on a case-by-case basis, that EV charging and infrastructure installations are not required where:
A. There is no local utility power supply or the local utility is unable to supply adequate power.
B. Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADU) do not have additional parking facilities and do not have an electrical panel upgrade or new panel installation. Provided, however, ADUs and JADUs without additional parking but the development of which include electrical panel upgrades or installation of new panels must have reserved breakers and electrical capacity according to the requirements of California Energy Code section 4.106.4.1.
4.106.4.2 New one- and two-family dwellings and town-houses with attached private garages.
4.106.4.2.1 New Construction. For each dwelling unit, one of the required parking spaces shall be a Level 2 EV Ready space. If a second parking space is provided, it shall be a Level 1 EV Ready space. For each dwelling unit, install a listed raceway to accommodate a dedicated 208-240-volt branch circuit. The raceway shall not be less than trade size 1 (nominal 1-inch inside diameter). The race shall originate at a main service or subpanel and shall terminate into a listed cabinet, box or other enclosure in close proximity to the proposed location of an EV charger. Raceways are required to be continuous at enclosed, inaccessible or concealed areas and spaces.
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4.106.4.1.1 Identification. The service panel or subpanel circuit directory shall identify the overcurrent protective device space(s) reserved for future EV charging as “EV CAPABLE”. The raceway termination location shall be permanently and visibly marked as “EV CAPABLE”.
4.106.4.3 New multifamily dwellings new residential parking facilities.
4.106.4.3.1 New Construction with Less Than 20 Dwelling Units. Fifty percent (50%) of dwelling units with parking spaces shall be Level 2 EV Ready. ALMS shall be permitted to reduce load when multiple vehicles are charging. An additional five percent (5%) of dwelling units with parking spaces shall be a Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charging Spaces. An additional 20% of dwelling units with parking spaces shall be Level 2 EV Capable. EV Ready Spaces, EV Capable Spaces, and EVCS in multifamily developments shall comply with California Building Code, Chapter 11A, Section 1109A.
EVCS shall comply with the accessibility provisions for EV chargers in the California Building Code, Chapter 11B.
4.106.4.3.2 New Construction with 20 Dwelling Units or More. Fifty percent (50%) of dwelling units with parking spaces shall be Level 2 EV Ready. ALMS shall be permitted to reduce load when multiple vehicles are charging. An additional fifteen percent (15%) of dwelling units with parking spaces shall be a Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charging Spaces. An additional 10% of dwelling units with parking spaces shall be Level 2 EV Capable. EV Ready Spaces, EV Capable Spaces, and EVCS in multifamily developments shall comply with California Building Code, Chapter 11A, Section 1109A.
EVCS shall comply with the accessibility provisions for EV chargers in the California Building Code, Chapter 11B.
When parking is provided, parking spaces for new multifamily dwellings, hotels and motels shall meet the requirements of Sections 4.106.4.2.1 and 4.106.4.2.2.
Calculations for spaces shall be rounded up to the nearest whole number. A parking space served by electric vehicle supply equipment or designed as a future EV charging space shall count as at least one standard automobile parking space only for the purpose of complying with any applicable minimum parking space requirements established by a local jurisdiction. See Vehicle Code Section 22511.2 for further details.
4.106.4.2.1 Multifamily development projects with less than 20 dwelling units; and hotels and motels with less than 20 sleeping units or guest rooms. The number of dwelling units, sleeping units or guest rooms shall be based on all buildings on a project site subject to this section.
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Electrical load calculations shall demonstrate that the electrical panel service capacity and electrical system, including any on-site distribution transformer(s), have sufficient capacity to simultaneously charge all EVs at all required EV spaces at a minimum of 40 amperes.
The service panel or subpanel circuit directory shall identify the overcurrent protective device space(s) reserved for future EV charging purposes as “EV CAPABLE” in accordance with the California Electrical Code.
Exceptions:
1. When EV chargers (Level 2 EVSE) are installed in a number equal to or greater than the required number of EV capable spaces.
2. When EV chargers (Level 2 EVSE) are installed in a number less than the required number of EV capable spaces, the number of EV capable spaces required may be reduced by a number equal to the number of EV chargers installed.
Notes:
a. Construction documents are intended to demonstrate the project’s capability and capacity for facilitating future EV charging. b. There is no requirement for EV spaces to be constructed or available until receptacles for EV charging or EV chargers are installed for use.
2.EV Ready. Twenty-five (25) percent of the total number of parking spaces shall be equipped with low power Level 2 EV charging receptacles. For multifamily parking facilities, no more than one receptacle is required per dwelling unit when more than one parking space is provided for use by a single dwelling unit.
Exception: Areas of parking facilities served by parking lifts.
4.106.4.2.2 Multifamily development projects with 20 or more dwelling units, hotels and motels with 20 or more sleeping units or guest rooms. The number of dwelling units, sleeping units or guest rooms shall be based on all buildings on a project site subject to this section.
1.EV Capable. Ten (10) percent of the total number of parking spaces on a building site, provided for all types of parking facilities, shall be electric vehicle charging spaces (EV spaces) capable of supporting future Level 2 EVSE.
Electrical load calculations shall demonstrate that the electrical panel service capacity and electrical system, including any on-site distribution transformer(s), have sufficient capacity to simultaneously charge all EVs at all required EV spaces at a minimum of 40 amperes.
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4.106.4.2.2, Item 3, the number of EV capable spaces required may be reduced by a number equal to the number of EV chargers installed over the five (5) percent required.
Notes:
a. Construction documents shall show locations of future EV spaces. b. There is no requirement for EV spaces to be constructed or available until receptacles for EV charging or EV chargers are installed for use.
2.EV Ready. Twenty-five (25) percent of the total number of parking spaces shall be equipped with low power Level 2 EV charging receptacles. For multifamily parking facilities, no more than one receptacle is required per dwelling unit when more than one parking space is provided for use by a single dwelling unit.
Exception: Areas of parking facilities served by parking lifts.
3.EV Chargers. Five (5) percent of the total number of parking spaces shall be equipped with Level 2 EVSE. Where common use parking is provided, at least one EV charger shall be located in the common use parking area and shall be available for use by all residents or guests.
When low power Level 2 EV charging receptacles or Level 2 EVSE are installed beyond the minimum required, an automatic load management system (ALMS) may be used to reduce the maximum required electrical capacity to each space served by the ALMS. The electrical system and any on-site distribution transformers shall have sufficient capacity to deliver at least 3.3 kW simultaneously to each EV charging station (EVCS) served by the ALMS. The branch circuit shall have a minimum capacity of 40 amperes and installed EVSE shall have a capacity of not less than 30 amperes. ALMS shall not be used to reduce the minimum required electrical capacity to the required EV capable spaces.
Section 4.1(b) subsection 4.106.5 is added to the California Energy Code as Follows:
4.106.5. All-electric buildings. New construction buildings shall comply with California Energy Code Section 4.106.5.1 or 4.106.5.2 so that they either do not use combustion equipment, or are ready to accommodate installation of electric heating appliances.
4.106.5.1. New construction. All newly constructed buildings shall be all-electric buildings.
4.106.5.2. Infeasibility Waiver Process. Building permit applicants may request a waiver from the requirements of subsection 4.106.5.1 by submitting an 560 of 818
12 infeasibility waiver application to the Building Official. Infeasibility waiver applications must demonstrate that circumstances exist that make installation of all-electric appliances is technologically infeasible. The Building Official shall make a determination whether an infeasibility waiver applicant had demonstrated with substantial evidence that there exist sufficient practical challenges to make compliance with the provisions of subsection 4.106.5.1 technologically infeasible. As part of any application for an infeasibility waiver, an applicant shall also demonstrate the maximum feasible level of compliance. Circumstances that constitute infeasibility include, but are not limited to, lack of commercially available materials and or technologies. If the Building Official determines that it is infeasible for the applicant to fully meet the requirements of this Chapter, the Building Official shall also determine the maximum feasible threshold of compliance reasonably achievable for the project. The Building Official shall notify the applicant in writing of his or her determination. Any modifications to a project based on the approval or denial of an infeasibility wavier application shall be completed prior to further review of any pending planning or building permit application.
4.106.5.3. Appeal Procedure. A decision of the Building Official shall become final fifteen (15) days following the date of the decision letter unless an appeal to the Building and Fire Board of Appeals is filed pursuant to Chapter 2.56 of the Glendale Municipal Code.
4.2 Chapter 5 – New Non-Residential Local Mandatory Measures Section 5.106.5.3 of the California Energy Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following;
5.106.5.3 Electric vehicle (EV) charging.
Electric vehicle (EV) charging for new non-residential and hotel construction is adopted as mandatory at the Tier 2 level.
Section 5.106.13 is added to the California Energy Code as follows:
5.106.13 All-electric buildings. New construction buildings shall comply with Section 5.106.13.1 or 5.106.13.2 so that they do not use combustion equipment or are ready to accommodate installation of electric heating appliances.
5.106.13.1. New construction. All newly constructed buildings shall be all-electric buildings.
5.106.13.2 Infeasibility Waiver Process. Building permit applicants may request a waiver from the requirements of subsection 5.106.13.1 by submitting an infeasibility waiver application to the Building Official. Infeasibility waiver applications must demonstrate that circumstances exist that make installation of all-electric appliances is either entirely or partially infeasible. The Building Official shall make a determination whether an infeasibility waiver applicant had demonstrated with substantial evidence that there exist sufficient practical challenges to make compliance with the provisions of 561 of 818
13 subsection 5.106.13.1 infeasible. As part of any application for an infeasibility waiver, an applicant shall also demonstrate the maximum feasible level of compliance.
Circumstances that constitute infeasibility include, but are not limited to, lack of commercially available materials and or technologies. If the Building Official determines that it is infeasible for the applicant to fully meet the requirements of subsection
5.106.13.1, the Building Official shall also determine the maximum feasible threshold of compliance reasonably achievable for the project. The Building Official shall notify the applicant in writing of his or her determination. Any modifications to a project based on the approval or denial of an infeasibility wavier application shall be completed prior to further review of any pending planning or building permit application.
5.106.13.3 Appeal Procedure. A decision of the Building Official shall become final fifteen (15) days following the date of the decision letter unless an appeal to the Building and Fire Board of Appeals is filed pursuant to Chapter 2.56 of the Glendale Municipal Code.
5.106.13.4 Economic Infeasibility Provisions Applicable to Commercial Kitchens. On or before December 31, 2023 a non-residential building containing a Commercial Kitchen may request an infeasibility waiver based on economic infeasibility.
If an economic infeasibility wavier is granted to a Commercial Kitchen, that Commercial Kitchen will be permitted to contain non-electric cooking appliances in the building area designated for use of cooking equipment, subject to the requirements of subsection
5.106.13.5.
5.106.13.5 Use of Natural Gas Appliances. If natural gas appliances are used under an infeasibility waiver, each natural gas appliance location must be electrically pre-wired for future electric appliance installation in the following manner:
A. A dedicated circuit, phased appropriately, for each appliance. Each such circuit shall have a minimum amperage requirement for a comparable electric appliance (based on the manufacturer’s recommendations), an electrical receptacle or junction box that is connected to the electric panel, conductors of adequate capacity within 3 feet of the appliance. Each such circuit shall be accessible with no obstructions;
B. Both ends of the unused conductor or conduit shall be labeled with the words “For Future Electric Appliance” and be electrically isolated; C. A reserved circuit breaker space shall be installed in the electrical panel adjacent to the circuit breaker for the branch circuit and labeled for each circuit, an example is as follows: “For Future Electric Range”; and iv. All electrical components, including conductors, receptacles, junction boxes, or blank covers, related to this section shall be installed in accordance with the California Electrical Code.
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14 SECTION 4. Severability.
This Ordinance’s provisions are severable. If any portion of this Ordinance or its application to any person or circumstance is held invalid or unconstitutional, that decision does not affect the validity of the Ordinance’s remaining portions and the Ordinance’s application to other persons and circumstances. The City Council declares that it would have passed the remainder of this Ordinance without the invalid or unconstitutional provision.
SECTION 4. Effective Date.
This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force thirty (30) days after the date of its passage.
SECTION 5. Certification.
The City Clerk is directed to certify the passage and adoption of this Ordinance; cause it to be entered into the City’s book of original ordinances; make a note of the passage and adoption in the records of this meeting; and within fifteen (15) days after the passage and adoption of this Ordinance, cause it to be published or posted in accordance with California law.
Adopted by the Council of the City of Glendale on the ___ day of _________, 2022.
____________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________
City Clerk
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) SS.
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES )
I, Dr. Suzie Abajian, City Clerk of the City of Glendale, hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was adopted by the Council of the City of Glendale, California, at a regular meeting held on the __________day of _________________, 2022, and that the same was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Abstain:
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16 Attachment A:
Local climatic, geological or topographical conditions
1. All Electric Buildings
Finding No. 1: Climactic:
The burning of fossil fuels used to heat structures, heat water for cooking, and for other uses is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions and climate change.
Combustion of natural gas and petroleum products for heating and cooking emit carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide. Emissions from natural gas consumption represented 46% of total annual U.S. energy-related CO2 emissions in 20211. Scientists attribute the global warming trend observed since the mid-20th century to the human expansion of the ‘greenhouse effect’ warming that results when the atmosphere traps heat radiating from Earth towards space. Long lived gasses such as carbon dioxide can persist in the atmosphere for more than 100 years, even with efforts to reduce emissions today. Nitrous oxide, carbon dioxide, and methane are gases that contribute to the greenhouse gas effect2.
Global climate change imposes substantial local impacts and risks on the Los Angeles Area, and thus the City of Glendale, including rising temperatures, changing precipitation patterns and amounts, sea level rise, flooding, drought, and wildfire. A general summary of climate risks facing the Los Angeles Area and City of Glendale are as follows:
•Increased temperatures and extreme heat events. The Los Angeles region is expected to experience an increase in average maximum temperatures of 4-5 degrees Fahrenheit by mid-century, and 5-8 degrees Fahrenheit by late-century, with the duration and intensity of extreme heat events increasing as well. •Changes in Rainfall Intensity. By mid-century, more precipitation is projected to occur in winter in the form of less frequent but larger events. Most climate models predict drying trends across the State by 2100.
•Increased Risk of Large Wildfires. A hotter, drier climate is projected to increase wildfires across southern California, though there remains some uncertainty in quantifying future changes of burned area in the region. •Exacerbation of Air Quality Problems. If temperatures rise to the medium warming range, there could be 75% to 85% more days with weather conducive to ozone formation, relative to today’s conditions. This is more than twice the 1 U.S. Energy Information Administration, Where Greenhouse Gases Come From, 2021. https://www.eia.gov/energyexplained/energy-and-the-environment/where-greenhouse-gases-come- from.php#:~:text=In%202021%2C%20petroleum%20accounted%20for,energy%2Drelated%20CO2%20emissions. 2 NASA, Causes of Climate Change, as of November 25, 2020, https://climate.nasa.gov/causes/. 4 NASA, Causes of Climate Change, as of November 25, 2020, https://climate.nasa.gov/causes/. 565 of 818
17 increase expected if rising temperatures remain in the lower warming range. This increase in air quality problems could result in an increase in asthma and other health-related problems.
•Sea Level Rise. 1-2 feet of sea level rise is projected by the mid-century, and most extreme projections lead to 8-10 feet by the end of the century, especially affecting LA County as a whole3.
All-electric construction has a significant positive effect on energy resource efficiency, waste and pollution generation, and the health of building occupants over the life of the building. As a result of the high temperatures, which are expected to rise in the future due to the effects of climate change, average load demand and peak load demand of energy used in Glendale are important factors impacting public safety and creating the potential for adverse economic impacts due to power outages or power reductions (i.e. “brownouts”). Reduction of total and peak energy use because of incremental conservation measures required by this ordinance will have local benefits in the additional available system energy capacity. Furthermore, the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from all-electric buildings will help mitigate climate change and its negative effects such as extreme heat, droughts, intense storms, and flooding, thus making these amendments reasonably necessary because of local climactic reasons.
Finding No. 2: Geologic
•The Los Angeles area is densely populated and located in an area of high seismic activities. Concern for fire-life safety associated with gas appliances and associated piping located in the ground and in buildings increases with the risk of explosion or fire if there is a structural failure due to a seismic event considering the increasing number of buildings in the region. •The risk of natural gas infrastructure and pipeline explosions and fires are magnified in cases of major earthquakes, for example, the 2010 San Bruno pipeline explosion.
oSevere seismic events could disrupt communications, damage gas mains, and place increased demands on the dispersed resources of the Fire Department necessary for the life safety needs of the community
•Eliminating gas infrastructure in future construction will also reduce the risks of fires and explosions, particularly after seismic events, which will further save the City money by reducing disaster response and recovery costs The elimination of gas infrastructure in future construction will reduce risk of geologic risk via natural gas infrastructure, making these amendments necessary because of local geologic/ seismic reasons.
3 California’s Fourth Climate Change Assessment, Los Angeles Regional Report, 2018. https://www.energy.ca.gov/sites/default/files/2019-11/Reg%20Report-%20SUM-CCCA4-2018- 007%20LosAngeles_ADA.pdf.
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Finding No. 1: Climactic:
The burning of fossil fuels (gasoline, diesel) to produce electric power is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions and climate change, as well as air pollution.
Emissions from the power sector contributed 43% to Glendale’s total greenhouse gas emissions in 2015 (15% came from natural gas, and 28% came from electricity)4.
Scientists attribute the global warming trend observed since the mid-20th century to the human expansion of the ‘greenhouse effect’ warming that results when the atmosphere traps heat radiating from Earth towards space. Long lived gasses such as carbon dioxide can persist in the atmosphere for more than 100 years, even with efforts to reduce emissions today. Automobiles produce carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide when they run, in addition to air pollutants like nitrogen oxide, carbon monoxide, and particle emissions5. Nitrous oxide, carbon dioxide, and methane are gases that contribute to the greenhouse gas effect6.
The expansion of local renewable power generation through solar power has a significant positive effect on energy resource efficiency, electric grid stability, waste and pollution generation, and the health and productivity of building occupants over the life of the building. As a result of the high temperatures, which are expected to rise in the future due to the effects of climate change, average load demand and peak load demand of energy used in Glendale are important factors impacting public safety and creating the potential for adverse economic impacts due to power outages or power reductions (i.e. “brownouts”). Brownouts can negatively impact the health of building occupants through increased exposure to extreme heat, when air conditioning cannot function during a heatwave-induced brownout. Reduction of total and peak energy use because of the expansion of local renewable power generation required by this ordinance will have local benefits in the addition of available system energy capacity to Glendale’s electric grid. Furthermore, the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from buildings via reduced electric demand from reduced local energy production will help mitigate climate change and its negative effects such as extreme heat events, droughts, intense storms, and flooding, thus making these amendments reasonably necessary because of local climactic reasons.
Global climate change imposes substantial and local impacts and risks on the Los Angeles Area, and thus the City of Glendale, including rising temperatures, changing precipitation patterns and amounts, sea level rise, flooding, drought, and wildfire. A 4 City of Glendale Greenhouse Gas Inventory, 2015.
5 EPA, Transportation, Air Pollution, and Climate Change: https://www.epa.gov/greenvehicles/greenhouse-gas- emissions-typical-passenger-vehicle
6 NASA, Causes of Climate Change, as of November 25, 2020, https://climate.nasa.gov/causes/. 4 NASA, Causes of Climate Change, as of November 25, 2020, https://climate.nasa.gov/causes/. 567 of 818
19 general summary of climate risks facing the Los Angeles Area and City of Glendale are as follows:
•Increased temperatures and extreme heat events. The LA region is expected to experience an increase in average maximum temperatures of 4-5 degrees Fahrenheit by mid-century, and 5-8 degrees Fahrenheit by late-century, with the duration and intensity of extreme heat events increasing as well. •Changes in Rainfall Intensity. By mid-century, more precipitation is projected to occur in winter in the form of less frequent but larger events. Most climate models predict drying trends across the State by 2100.
•Increased Risk of Large Wildfires. A hotter, drier climate is projected to increase wildfires across southern California, though there remains some uncertainty in quantifying future changes of burned area in the region. •Exacerbation of Air Quality Problems. If temperatures rise to the medium warming range, there could be 75% to 85% more days with weather conducive to ozone formation, relative to today’s conditions. This is more than twice the increase expected if rising temperatures remain in the lower warming range. This increase in air quality problems could result in an increase in asthma and other health-related problems.
•Sea Level Rise. 1-2 feet of sea level rise is projected by the mid-century, and most extreme projections lead to 8-10 feet by the end of the century, especially affecting LA County as a whole7.
The reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from the increased generation of solar photovoltaics will reduce emissions from the energy sector, and thus will help mitigate climate change and its negative effects such as extreme heat events, droughts, intense storms, and flooding, making these amendments reasonably necessary because of local climactic reasons. Increased local solar generation will also help mitigate brownouts and other energy constraints imposed by increased air conditioning use being driven by higher temperatures and extreme heat events.
3. EV Charging:
Finding No. 1: Climactic:
The burning of fossil fuels (gasoline, diesel) to power passenger vehicles is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions and climate change, as well as air pollution.
Emissions from transportation, mainly gas consumption by single-occupancy vehicles represented 47% of greenhouse gas emissions in the City of Glendale in 20158. 7 California’s Fourth Climate Change Assessment, Los Angeles Regional Report, 2018. https://www.energy.ca.gov/sites/default/files/2019-11/Reg%20Report-%20SUM-CCCA4-2018- 007%20LosAngeles_ADA.pdf.
8 Glendale 2015 Greenhouse Gas Inventory.
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Global climate change imposes substantial and local impacts and risks on the Los Angeles Area, and thus the City of Glendale, including rising temperatures, changing precipitation patterns and amounts, sea level rise, flooding, drought, and wildfire. A general summary of climate risks facing the Los Angeles Area and City of Glendale are as follows:
•Increased temperatures and extreme heat events. The LA region is expected to experience an increase in average maximum temperatures of 4-5 degrees Fahrenheit by mid-century, and 5-8 degrees Fahrenheit by late-century, with the duration and intensity of extreme heat events increasing as well. •Changes in Rainfall Intensity. By mid-century, more precipitation is projected to occur in winter in the form of less frequent but larger events. Most climate models predict drying trends across the State by 2100.
•Increased Risk of Large Wildfires. A hotter, drier climate is projected to increase wildfires across southern California, though there remains some uncertainty in quantifying future changes of burned area in the region. •Exacerbation of Air Quality Problems. If temperatures rise to the medium warming range, there could be 75% to 85% more days with weather conducive to ozone formation, relative to today’s conditions. This is more than twice the increase expected if rising temperatures remain in the lower warming range. This increase in air quality problems could result in an increase in asthma and other health-related problems.
•Sea Level Rise. 1-2 feet of sea level rise is projected by the mid-century, and most extreme projections lead to 8-10 feet by the end of the century, especially affecting LA County as a whole11.
The reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from the increased use of EVs, supported by critical charging infrastructure in new construction will reduce 9 EPA, Transportation, Air Pollution, and Climate Change: https://www.epa.gov/greenvehicles/greenhouse-gas- emissions-typical-passenger-vehicle
10 NASA, Causes of Climate Change, as of November 25, 2020, https://climate.nasa.gov/causes/. 4 NASA, Causes of Climate Change, as of November 25, 2020, https://climate.nasa.gov/causes/. 11 California’s Fourth Climate Change Assessment, Los Angeles Regional Report, 2018. https://www.energy.ca.gov/sites/default/files/2019-11/Reg%20Report-%20SUM-CCCA4-2018- 007%20LosAngeles_ADA.pdf.
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Acronym List
B/C – Benefit-to-Cost Ratio
CBECC - California Building Energy Code Compliance
CBSC - California Building Standards Commission
CEC - California Energy Commission
CZ – Climate Zone
GHG - Greenhouse Gas
IOU – Investor-Owned Utility
POU – Publicly Owned Utility
PG&E – Pacific Gas & Electric (utility)
SCE – Southern California Edison (utility)
SCG – Southern California Gas (utility)
SDG&E – San Diego Gas & Electric (utility)
CPAU – City of Palo Alto Utilities
LADWP – Los Angeles Department of Water and Power
kWh – Kilowatt Hour
NPV – Net Present Value
PV - Solar Photovoltaic
TDV - Time Dependent Valuation
Title 24 – California Code of Regulations Title 24, Part 6
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................................................ 5 2 Methodology and Assumptions ............................................................................................................................... 6
2.1 Reach Codes ........................................................................................................................................................................ 6
2.1.1 Benefits ......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
2.1.2 Costs ............................................................................................................................................................................. 6
2.1.3 Metrics .......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
2.1.4 Utility Rates ................................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Greenhouse Gas Emissions ................................................................................................................................................. 7
2.3 Nonresidential Occupancies ................................................................................................................................................. 7 3 Results ...................................................................................................................................................................... 10
3.1 Nonresidential Occupancies ............................................................................................................................................... 10 4 Summary .................................................................................................................................................................. 14 5 References ............................................................................................................................................................... 16 6 Appendices .............................................................................................................................................................. 17
6.1 Map of California Climate Zones ......................................................................................................................................... 17
6.2 Utility Rate Schedules ......................................................................................................................................................... 18
6.2.1 City of Glendale .......................................................................................................................................................... 18
6.2.2 SCG ............................................................................................................................................................................ 19
6.2.3 Fuel Escalation Rates ................................................................................................................................................. 20
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1. Utility Tariffs in City of Glendale .............................................................................................................................................. 7 Table 2: Nonresidential Prototype Characteristics ................................................................................................................................ 8 Table 3. Medium Office Cost-Effectiveness Summary ........................................................................................................................ 11 Table 4. Medium Retail Cost-Effectiveness Summary ........................................................................................................................ 11 Table 5. Quick-Service Restaurant Cost-Effectiveness Summary ...................................................................................................... 12 Table 6. Small Hotel Cost-Effectiveness Summary ............................................................................................................................ 13 Table 7. Summary of Medium Office Packages .................................................................................................................................. 15 Table 8. Summary of Medium Retail Packages .................................................................................................................................. 15 Table 9. Summary of Quick Service Restaurant Packages ................................................................................................................ 15 Table 10. Summary of Small Hotel Packages ..................................................................................................................................... 15 Table 11: Real Utility Rate Escalation Rate Assumptions ................................................................................................................... 20
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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1. Map of California climate zones. .......................................................................................................................................... 17
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1 Introduction
The California Codes and Standards (C&S) Reach Codes program provides technical support to local governments considering adopting a local ordinance (reach code) intended to support meeting local and/or statewide energy efficiency and greenhouse gas reduction goals. The program facilitates adoption and implementation of the code when requested by local jurisdictions by providing resources such as cost-effectiveness studies, model language, sample findings, and other supporting documentation.
The California Building Energy Efficiency Standards Title 24, Part 6 (Title 24) (CEC, 2022) is maintained and updated every three years by two state agencies: the California Energy Commission (the Energy Commission) and the Building Standards Commission (BSC). In addition to enforcing the code, local jurisdictions have the authority to adopt local energy efficiency ordinances—or reach codes—that exceed the minimum standards defined by Title 24 (as established by Public Resources Code Section 25402.1(h)2 and Section 10-106 of the Building Energy Efficiency Standards). Local jurisdictions must demonstrate that the requirements of the proposed ordinance are cost-effective and do not result in buildings consuming more energy than is permitted by Title 24. In addition, the jurisdiction must obtain approval from the Energy Commission and file the ordinance with the BSC for the ordinance to be legally enforceable.
This report is an addendum to the 2022 Nonresidential New Construction Reach Code Cost Effectiveness Study modified to accurately represent the City of Glendale, California. The study analyzes cost-effectiveness of measures and measure packages that exceed the minimum state requirements, the 2022 Building Energy Efficiency Standards, effective January 1, 2023, in newly constructed buildings. This report was developed in coordination with the California Statewide Investor Owned Utilities (IOUs) Codes and Standards Program, key consultants, and engaged cities - collectively known as the Reach Code Team (or “the Team” in short).
The prototype building designs analyzed in this study are newly constructed:
• Medium Office
• Medium Retail
• Quick-Service Restaurant
• Small Hotel
The methodology, prototype characteristics, and measure packages are retained from the main studies referenced above except for the energy costs are calculated using local City of Glendale utility rates. Measure packages include combinations of energy efficiency, electrification, solar photovoltaics (PV) with results evaluated for California Climate Zone 9 and 16.
This report presents measures or measure packages that local jurisdictions may consider adopting to achieve energy savings and emissions reductions beyond what will be accomplished by enforcing minimum state requirements, the 2022 Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6), effective January 1, 2023.
Local jurisdictions may also adopt ordinances that amend different Parts of the California Building Standards Code or may elect to amend other state or municipal codes. The decision regarding which code to amend will determine the specific requirements that must be followed for an ordinance to be legally enforceable. Although a cost-effectiveness study is only required to amend Part 6 of the CA Building Code, it is important to understand the economic impacts of any policy decision. This study documents the estimated costs, benefits, energy impacts and greenhouse gas emission reductions that may result from implementing an ordinance based on the results to help residents, local leadership, and other stakeholders make informed policy decisions.
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2 Methodology and Assumptions
The Reach Codes Team analyzed four nonresidential prototypes to represent a variety of common building types using the cost-effectiveness methodology detailed in this section below. The general methodology is consistent with analyses of other prototypes, whereas some specifics such as utility rate selection are customized for the City of Glendale rates.
2.1 Reach Codes
This section describes the approach to calculate cost-effectiveness including benefits, costs, metrics, and utility rate selection.
2.1.1 Benefits
This analysis used both on-bill and time dependent valuation (TDV) of energy-based approaches to evaluate cost- effectiveness. Both on-bill and TDV require estimating and quantifying the energy savings and costs associated with energy measures. The primary difference between on-bill and TDV is how energy is valued:
• On-Bill: Customer-based lifecycle cost approach that values energy based upon estimated site energy usage and customer on-bill savings using electricity and natural gas utility rate schedules over a 30-year duration for residential and 15 years for nonresidential designs, accounting for a three percent discount rate and energy cost inflation per Appendix 6.2.3.
• TDV: TDV was developed by the Energy Commission to reflect the time dependent value of energy including long-term projected costs of energy such as the cost of providing energy during peak periods of demand and other societal costs including projected costs for carbon emissions and grid transmission impacts. This metric values energy use differently depending on the fuel source (gas, electricity, and propane), time of day, and season. Electricity used (or saved) during peak periods has a much higher value than electricity used (or saved) during off-peak periods. This refers to the “Total TDV” that includes all the energy end uses such as space-conditioning, mechanical ventilation, service water heating indoor lighting, photovoltaic (PV) and battery storage systems, and covered process loads.
The Reach Codes Team performed energy simulations using the most recent software available (June 8, 2022) for 2022 Title 24 code compliance analysis, California’s Building Energy Code Compliance Software CBECC 2022.1.0 (1250).
2.1.2 Costs
The Reach Codes Team assessed the incremental costs and savings of the energy packages over the lifecycle of 15 years for the nonresidential buildings. Incremental costs represent the equipment, installation, replacements, and maintenance costs of the proposed measure relative to the 2022 Title 24 Standards minimum requirements or standard industry practices. The Reach Code Team obtained baseline and measure costs from manufacturer distributors, contractors, literature review, and online sources such as RS Means.
2.1.3 Metrics
Cost-effectiveness is presented using net present value (NPV) and benefit-to-cost (B/C) ratio metrics. • NPV: The Reach Codes Team uses net savings (NPV benefits minus NPV costs) as the cost-effectiveness metric. If the net savings of a measure or package is positive, it is considered cost effective. Negative net savings represent net costs to the consumer. A measure that has negative energy cost benefits (energy cost 576 of 818
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increase) can still be cost effective if the costs to implement the measure are even more negative (i.e., construction and maintenance cost savings).
• B/C Ratio: Ratio of the present value of all benefits to the present value of all costs over 15 years (NPV benefits divided by NPV costs). The criterion for cost-effectiveness is a B/C greater than 1.0. A value of one indicates the savings over the life of the measure are equivalent to the incremental cost of that measure. A value greater than one represents a positive return on investment.
Improving the energy performance of a building often requires an initial investment. In most cases the benefit is represented by annual on-bill utility or TDV savings, and the cost by incremental first cost and replacement costs.
However, some packages result in initial construction cost savings (negative incremental cost), and either energy cost savings (positive benefits), or increased energy costs (negative benefits). In cases where both construction costs and energy-related savings are negative, the construction cost savings are treated as the benefit while the increased energy costs are the cost. In cases where a measure or package is cost-effective immediately (i.e., upfront construction cost savings and lifetime energy cost savings), B/C ratio cost-effectiveness is represented by “>1”.
Because of these situations, NPV savings are also reported, which, in these cases, are positive values.
2.1.4 Utility Rates
In coordination with the City of Glendale, the Reach Codes Team determined appropriate tariffs for each package, summarized in Table 1, based on the annual load profile of the prototype and the corresponding package, and the most prevalent rate for each building type.
For a more detailed breakdown of the rates selected refer to Appendix 6.2 Utility Rate Schedules.
Table 1. Utility Tariffs in City of Glendale
Electric / Gas Utility Electricity Natural Gas
Nonresidential Buildings
City of Glendale / SCG LD-2-B TOU SCE
Utility rates are assumed to escalate over time, using assumptions detailed in Appendix 9.2 of the main report. Please see the main 2022 Nonresidential New Construction Reach Code Cost Effectiveness Study for further details on methodology.
2.2 Greenhouse Gas Emissions
The analysis uses the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions estimates built-in to CBECC software. There are 8,760 hourly multipliers accounting for time dependent energy use and carbon emissions based on source emissions, including RPS projections. There are 32 strings of multipliers, with a different string for each California CZ and each fuel type (metric tons of CO2 per kWh for electricity and metric tons of CO2 per therm for natural gas).
2.3 Nonresidential Occupancies
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Table 2: Nonresidential Prototype Characteristics
Medium Office
Medium Retail
Quick-Service Restaurant
Small Hotel
Conditioned floor
area (ft2) 53,628 24,563 2,501 42,554
(77 guest rooms)
Number of stories 3 1 1 4
Window-to-Wall
Area ratio 0.33 0.07 0.11 0.14
Window U-
factor/SHGC
U-factor:
CZ 1-8, 10, 16 – 0.36
CZ 9, 11-15 – 0.34
SHGC:
CZ 1-8, 10, 16 – 0.25
CZ 9, 11-15 – 0.22
U-factor:
CZ 1-8, 10, 16 – 0.36
CZ 9, 11-15 – 0.34
SHGC:
CZ 1-8, 10, 16 – 0.25
CZ 9, 11-15 – 0.22
U-factor:
CZ 1-8, 10, 16 – 0.36
CZ 9, 11-15 – 0.34
SHGC:
CZ 1-8, 10, 16 – 0.25
CZ 9, 11-15 – 0.22
Nonresidential:
U-factor:
CZ 1-8,10,16 – 0.36
CZ 9, 11-15 –0.34
SHGC:
CZ 1-8,10,16 – 0.25
CZ 9, 11-15 – 0.22
Guest Rooms:
U-factor: 0.36
SHGC: 0.25
Solar PV size 123 kW – 204 kW
Depending on CZ
64 kW – 87 kW
Depending on CZ None 17 kW – 25 kW
Depending on CZ
Battery Storage 217 kWh – 360 kWh
Depending on CZ
70 kWh – 94 kWh
Depending on CZ None 16 kWh – 24 kWh
Depending on CZ
HVAC System
VAV reheat system with
packaged rooftop units,
gas boilers, VAV terminal
units with hot water
reheat
CZ 1
Heat recovery for Core
Retail space only
CZ 1, 16
< 65 kBtu/h: SZAC with gas
furnace
> 65 kBtu/h and < 240
kBtu/h: SZHP and gas
furnace (i.e., dual fuel heat
pump). VAV.
> 240 kBtu/h: SZAC VAV
with gas furnace
CZ 2-15
< 65 kBtu/h: SZAC with gas
furnace
> 65 kBtu/h and < 240
kBtu/h: SZHP VAV
> 240 kBtu/h: SZAC VAV
with gas furnace
< 65 kBtu/h:
SZAC + gas furnace
> 65 kBtu/h:
SZAC VAV
Nonresidential and Laundry:
VAV reheat system with
packaged rooftop units, gas
boilers, VAV terminal units
with hot water reheat
Guest Rooms: SZAC with gas
furnaces
SHW System 5-gallon electric resistance
water heater
5-gallon electric resistance
water heater
100-gallon gas water
heater
Nonresidential: 30-gallon
electric resistance water
heater
Laundry Room: 120-gal gas
storage water heater
Guest rooms: Central gas
water heater, 250 gallons
storage, recirculation loop
The Reach Codes Team evaluated mixed fuel efficiency and all-electric packages for each prototype and climate zone, as described below.
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Mixed Fuel + Efficiency Measures: Mixed-fuel prescriptive building per 2022 Title 24 requirements, including additional efficiency measures.
All-Electric Code Minimum Efficiency: All-Electric building to minimum Title 24 prescriptive standards and federal minimum efficiency standards. This package has the same PV size as mixed-fuel prescriptive baseline. All-Electric Energy Efficiency: All-Electric building with added energy efficiency measures related to HVAC, SHW, lighting or envelope.
All-Electric Energy Efficiency + Load Flexibility: All-Electric building with added energy efficiency and load flexibility measures.
All-Electric Energy Efficiency + Solar PV: All-Electric building with added energy efficiency and additional Solar PV. The added PV size is larger than prescriptive 2022 Title 24 code requirements and accounts for roof space availability.
For Quick Service Restaurant (QSR), the Reach Code Team has analyzed two scenarios for All-Electric packages, one with electric cooking and the one with gas cooking (the latter of which is referred to as the “HS” package to reflect all- electric HVAC and SHW).
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3 Results
Results are presented as per the prototype-specific Measure Packages described in Section 4. Overarching factors impacting the results include:
• Designation of a ‘benefit’ or a ‘cost’ varies with the scenarios because both energy savings, and incremental construction costs may be negative depending on the package. Typically, utility bill savings are categorized as a ‘benefit’ while incremental construction costs are treated as ‘costs.’ In cases where both construction costs are negative and utility bill savings are negative, the construction cost savings are treated as the ‘benefit’ while the utility bill negative savings are the ‘cost.’ • Most all-electric packages will have lower GHG emissions than equivalent mixed-fuel packages in all cases, due to the clean power sources currently available from California’s power providers. • The Reach Codes Team coordinated with the City of Glendale to select the most prevalent tariffs for each prototype given the annual energy demand profile. The Reach Codes Team did not compare a variety of tariffs to determine their impact on cost-effectiveness although utility rate changes or updates can affect on- bill cost-effectiveness results.
3.1 Nonresidential Occupancies
Table 3 through Table 6 shows results for the four nonresidential prototypes for all the evaluated packages for both climate zones 9 and 16. For climate zone 9, most packages are cost-effective based on On-Bill impacts due to lower electricity rates. For climate zone 16, there are limited possibilities to get cost-effective On-Bill impacts for all-electric packages in nonresidential buildings.
• Across all prototypes and climate zones, the Reach Code Team identified cost effective energy efficiency measures when added to the mixed-fuel baseline model.
• In Climate zone 9, the Team identified On-Bill cost effective packages for all-electric Medium Office and Medium Retail with Glendale rates. For Small Hotel, all-electric packages are On-Bill cost effective with added efficiency and/or solar PV measures. The Team could not identify any cost effective all-electric packages for Quick Service Restaurant.
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Table 3. Medium Office Cost-Effectiveness Summary
Package CZ
Annual
Elec
Savings
(kWh)
Annual
Gas
Savings
(therms)
Annual
GHG
savings
(tons)
Eff TDV
Margin
Total
Compliance
Margin
Source
kBtu
Margin
Upfront
Incremental
Package
Cost
Lifecycle
Energy
Cost
Savings
Lifecycle
$-TDV
Savings
B/C
Ratio
(On-
bill)
B/C
Ratio
(TDV)
NPV (On-
bill) NPV (TDV)
Mixed-Fuel +
Efficiency Measures cz09 10,560 (46) 0.9 3.8 5.2 0.28 $715 $19,659 $24,992 27.5 35.0 $18,944 $24,277 All Electric Code
Minimum Efficiency cz09 (23,780) 1,119 (0.3) (21.6) (8.3) (0.07) ($39,415) ($1,126) ($39,789) 35.0 1.0 $38,289 ($373) All Electric Energy
Efficiency cz09 (14,205) 1,119 0.6 (18.4) (3.4) 0.21 ($38,700) $21,306 ($16,257) >1 2.4 $60,006 $22,443 All-Electric Energy
Efficiency and Load
Flexibility cz09 (6,098) 1,119 2.9 (9.5) (1.1) 0.9 ($38,700) $72,583 $16,391 >1 >1 $111,283 $55,091 Mixed-Fuel +
Efficiency Measures cz16 9,204 (125) 0.4 3.6 3.5 0.11 $0 $20,976 $16,744 >1 >1 $20,976 $16,744 All Electric Code
Minimum Efficiency cz16 (130,271) 5,799 0.8 (66.5) (63.6) 0.33 ($52,070) ($247,907) ($303,371) 0.2 0.2 ($195,836) ($251,301) All Electric Energy
Efficiency cz16 (123,647) 5,799 1.4 (63.7) (60.8) 0.50 ($52,070) ($233,305) ($290,084) 0.2 0.2 ($181,234) ($238,013) All-Electric Energy
Efficiency and Load
Flexibility cz16 (111,041) 5,799 5.0 (54.6) (51.2) 1.61 ($52,070) ($213,597) ($246,130) 0.2 0.2 ($161,526) ($194,059)
Table 4. Medium Retail Cost-Effectiveness Summary
Package CZ
Annual
Elec
Savings
(kWh)
Annual
Gas
Savings
(therms)
Annual
GHG
savings
(tons)
Eff TDV
Margin
Total
Compliance
Margin
Source
kBtu
Margin
Upfront
Incremental
Package
Cost
Lifecycle
Energy
Cost
Savings
Lifecycle
$-TDV
Savings
B/C
Ratio
(On-
bill)
B/C
Ratio
(TDV)
NPV (On-
bill) NPV (TDV)
Mixed-Fuel +
Efficiency Measures cz09 22,306 (88) 3.0 22.0 27.9 1.96 $12,800 $45,807 $61,052 3.6 4.8 $33,007 $48,252 All Electric Code
Minimum Efficiency cz09 (226) 495 2.1 1.1 5.9 1.41 ($9,020) $17,634 $12,981 >1 >1 $26,653 $22,000 All Electric
Energy Efficiency cz09 21,051 495 5.4 23.1 33.7 3.61 $3,780 $64,363 $73,717 17.0 19.5 $60,583 $69,937 Mixed-Fuel +
Efficiency Measures cz16 4,232 (86) 0.2 3.8 3.9 0.13 $0 $8,456 $8,480 >1 >1 $8,456 $8,480 All Electric Code
Minimum Efficiency cz16 (44,088) 3,537 11.4 (26.4) (26.5) 7.67 ($67,904) ($68,533) ($57,931) 1.0 1.2 ($629) $9,974 All Electric
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Table 5. Quick-Service Restaurant Cost-Effectiveness Summary Package CZ
Annual
Elec
Savings
(kWh)
Annual
Gas
Savings
(therms
)
Annua
l GHG
saving
s
(tons)
Eff TDV
Margin
Total
Complianc
e Margin
Source
kBtu
Margin
Upfront
Incremental
Package
Cost
Lifecycle
Energy
Cost
Savings
Lifecycle
$-TDV
Savings
B/C
Ratio
(On-
bill)
B/C
Ratio
(TDV)
NPV (On-
bill) NPV (TDV)
Mixed-Fuel +
Efficiency Measures cz09 3,764 444 3.1 197.8 96.3 28.90 $16,150 $17,681 $21,426 1.1 1.3 $1,531 $5,276 All Electric HS Energy
Code Minimum
Efficiency cz09 (29,886) 2,233 6.2 (110.6) (117.1) 77.9 $22,106 ($3,979) ($26,069) -0.2 -1.2 ($26,086) ($48,176) All-Electric HS
Energy Efficiency cz09 (20,124) 2,233 8.2 129.8 3.7 91.08 $38,256 $14,141 $820 0.4 0.0 ($24,115) ($37,436) All-Electric HS
Energy Efficiency +
Load Flexibility cz09 (20,702) 2,233 9.0 174.3 15.9 96.23 $43,666 $11,028 $3,539 0.3 0.1 ($32,637) ($40,126) All-Electric HS
Energy Efficiency +
Solar PV cz09 11,939 2,233 9.8 129.8 281.4 101.48 $88,664 $63,995 $62,638 0.7 0.7 ($24,668) ($26,025) All Electric Code
Minimum Efficiency cz09 (126,307) 9,687 28.7 (138.7) (95.2) 77.99 $148,937 ($100,206) ($113,479) -0.7 -0.8 ($249,143) ($262,415) All Electric Energy
Efficiency cz09 (115,801) 9,687 30.9 104.5 33.4 91.89 $165,086 ($81,033) ($84,863) -0.5 -0.5 ($246,119) ($249,950) All-Electric Energy
Efficiency + Load
Flexibility cz09 (116,494) 9,687 31.7 155.7 44.3 97.17 $170,496 ($79,554) ($82,432) -0.5 -0.5 ($250,050) ($252,929) Mixed-Fuel +
Efficiency Measures cz16 10,088 936 7.0 208.0 208.0 113.86 $22,540 $35,950 $46,308 1.6 2.1 $13,410 $23,768 All Electric HS Energy
Code Minimum
Efficiency cz16 (57,545) 4,788 14.7 (315.2) (315.2) (11.34) $23,206 ($19,303) ($70,150) -0.8 -3.0 ($42,508) ($93,356) All-Electric HS
Energy Efficiency cz16 (36,879) 4,788 18.6 (56.6) (56.6) 14.5 $45,745 $20,561 ($12,601) 0.4 -0.3 ($25,184) ($58,346) All-Electric HS
Energy Efficiency +
Load Flexibility cz16 (36,807) 4,788 20.0 28.7 28.7 23.39 $51,155 $25,547 $6,395 0.5 0.1 ($25,608) ($44,760) All-Electric HS
Energy Efficiency +
Solar PV cz16 (6,302) 4,788 20.1 (56.6) 177.8 23.90 $96,153 $64,479 $39,572 0.7 0.4 ($31,674) ($56,581) All Electric Code
Minimum Efficiency cz16 (160,672) 12,242 36.0 (395.8) (395.8) (18.97) $143,959 ($125,276) ($222,219) -0.9 -1.5 ($269,235) ($366,177) All Electric Energy
Efficiency cz16 (138,982) 12,242 40.1 (123.7) (123.7) 8.04 $166,498 ($83,290) ($161,663) -0.5 -1.0 ($249,788) ($328,161) All-Electric Energy
Efficiency + Load
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Table 6. Small Hotel Cost-Effectiveness Summary
Package CZ
Annual
Elec
Savings
(kWh)
Annual
Gas
Savings
(therms)
Annual
GHG
savings
(tons)
Eff
TDV
Margin
Total
Compliance
Margin
Source
kBtu
Margin
Upfront
Incremental
Package
Cost
Lifecycle
Energy
Cost
Savings
Lifecycle
$-TDV
Savings
B/C
Ratio
(On-
bill)
B/C
Ratio
(TDV)
NPV (On-
bill)
NPV
(TDV)
Mixed-Fuel +
Efficiency Measures cz09 9,535 1,661 10.5 19.9 21.8 3.7 $21,214 $71,107 $82,450 3.4 3.9 $49,893 $61,236 All Electric Code
Minimum Efficiency cz09 (170,301) 10,246 41.7 (12.2) 0.4 11.3 ($178,858) ($203,701) ($47,270) 0.9 3.8 ($24,844) $131,587 All Electric Energy
Efficiency cz09 (145,720) 10,246 43.5 (0.3) 16.3 12.0 ($157,644) ($111,027) $13,998 1.4 >1 $46,617 $171,642 All Electric Code
Energy Efficiency +
Solar PV cz09 (53,022) 10,246 47.4 (0.3) 62.0 13.5 ($11,515) $23,235 $187,360 >1 >1 $34,750 $198,876 All-Electric Code
Minimum Efficiency
with PTHP cz09 (170,479) 10,246 41.6 (12.3) 0.6 11.3 ($650,843) ($207,108) ($46,533) 3.1 14.0 $443,735 $604,309 Mixed-Fuel +
Efficiency Measures cz16 8,939 2,952 18.4 30.6 30.6 6.4 $21,214 $82,458 $116,017 3.9 5.5 $61,245 $94,804 All Electric Code
Minimum Efficiency cz16 (313,257) 17,363 61.4 (56.4) (56.4) 17.4 ($179,779) ($537,016) ($248,882) 0.3 0.7 ($357,237) ($69,103) All Electric Energy
Efficiency cz16 (271,171) 17,363 65.0 (35.4) (35.4) 18.8 ($158,565) ($351,844) ($167,773) 0.5 0.9 ($193,278) ($9,207) All Electric Code
Energy Efficiency +
Solar PV cz16 (194,632) 17,363 67.9 (35.4) (0.4) 19.9 ($3,588) ($229,684) ($35,212) 0.0 0.1 ($226,096) ($31,623) All-Electric Code
Minimum Efficiency
with PTHP cz16 (299,522) 17,363 64.5 (38.3) (38.3) 18.6 ($652,012) ($37,627) ($180,549) 17.3 3.6 $614,385 $471,464
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4 Summary
The Reach Codes Team developed packages of energy efficiency measures as well as packages combining energy efficiency with solar PV generation, simulated them in building modeling software, and gathered costs to determine the cost-effectiveness of multiple scenarios. The Reach Codes Team coordinated with multiple utilities, cities, and building community experts to develop a set of assumptions considered reasonable in the current market. Changing assumptions, such as the period of analysis, measure selection, cost assumptions, energy escalation rates, or utility tariffs are likely to change results.
The combined result of cost effectiveness and code compliance across all packages are detailed in Table 7 through Table 10 below. The tables are formatted to show:
“Both” with green highlight – for scenarios that are cost effective on both metrics and have positive compliance margin across all three compliance metrics.
“TDV/On-Bill” with yellow highlight – for scenarios that are cost effective on either one of the metrics and has positive compliance margin across all three compliance metrics. “Comp” with gray highlight – for scenarios that are not cost effective on either metric but have positive compliance margin across all three compliance metrics.
“-” with no color highlight – for scenarios that do not comply across any one code compliance metric and may or may not be cost effective.
The package names in table results columns are as follows:
Mixed fuel – EE: Mixed Fuel + Efficiency Measures
All-Electric – Code Min: All-Electric Code Minimum Efficiency All-Electric – EE: All-Electric Energy Efficiency
All-Electric – EE+ LF: All-Electric Energy Efficiency and Load Flexibility All-Electric – EE + PV: All-Electric Energy Efficiency and Solar PV All-Electric – Code Min with PTHP: All-Electric Code Minimum Efficiency with PTHP The QSR has two electrification scenarios, with and without cooking appliance electrification, which is denoted by “HS” prefix.
The Small Hotel has an extra package that evaluates a different HVAC type in the All-Electric Code Minimum Efficiency package, a Packaged Terminal Heat Pump (PTHP) instead of a Single Zone Heat Pump.
Due to the greenhouse gas savings potential, the Reach Code Team advises jurisdictions to require All-Electric packages where there is green or yellow highlight (cost effective and compliant). Jurisdictions may also consider adopting all-electric requirements where packages are shown as gray highlight (compliant but may or may not be cost effective) if they are looking to require electrification based on energy code compliance alone and less concerned about cost impacts.
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Table 7. Summary of Medium Office Packages
CZ Utility Mixed Fuel All-Electric
EE Code Min EE EE + LF
cz09 GWP Both - - -
cz16 GWP Both - - -
Table 8. Summary of Medium Retail Packages
CZ Utility Mixed Fuel All-Electric
EE Code Min EE
cz09 GWP Both Both Both
cz16 GWP Both - -
Table 9. Summary of Quick Service Restaurant Packages
CZ Utility Mixed Fuel All-electric All-electric "HS" (HVAC+SHW) EE Code Min EE EE + LF Code Min EE EE + LF EE + PV
cz09 GWP Both - Comp Comp - Comp Comp Comp
cz16 GWP Both - - - - - Comp -
Table 10. Summary of Small Hotel Packages
CZ Utility
Mixed Fuel All-Electric
EE Code Min EE EE + PV Code Min + PTHP
cz09 GWP Both - - - -
cz16 GWP Both - - - -
LEGEND KEY
Please refer to the limitations of this study, described in 2022 Nonresidential New Construction Reach Code Cost Effectiveness Study Section 3.5, while using these results to inform reach code policies. Medium Office All-Electric packages are cost effective, but not code compliant due to the use of electric resistance VAV reheat systems. The most likely all-electric replacement for a central has boiler serving a variable air volume reheat system would be a central heat pump boiler; however, this system cannot be modeled in CBECC at the time of the writing of this report.
As such, the Reach Code Team is treating this analysis as temporary until a compliance pathway is established for a central heat pump boiler in the Energy Code and results can be updated accordingly. This modeling capability is anticipated in early 2023 according to discussions with the CBECC software development team, and the cost- effectiveness analysis should become available in the first half of 2023. Heat pump systems are more efficient but may also be more costly than the electric resistance reheat systems currently analyzed.
Results support reach code adoption for energy efficiency measures over mixed fuel nonresidential building types for all four prototypes in both climate zones 9 and 16. The All-Electric packages indicate capability of achieving the greatest greenhouse savings as compared to mixed-fuel buildings. The Reach Codes Team found All-Electric code compliant new construction to be “cost-effective” based on Glendale electricity rates for Medium Retail and Small Hotel buildings in climate zone 9. The Team did not find all-electric restaurants to be cost effective but are compliant in climate zone 9 with added measures, and hence can be pursued for reach code with an exemption for cooking appliance. All-electric Small Hotel packages are cost effective in climate zone 9 but miss compliance by a small margin because its nonresidential areas have a similar limitation as Medium Office and will be re-evaluated in 2023.
Both Compliant & c/e on both metrics
On-bill/TDV Compliant & c/e on one metric
Comp Compliant not c/e
- Not compliant
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5 References
California Public Utilities Commission. (2021a). Utility Costs and Affordability of the Grid of the Future: An Evaluation of Electric Costs, Rates, and Equity Issues Pursuant to P.U. Code Section 913.1. Retrieved from https://www.cpuc.ca.gov/-/media/cpuc-website/divisions/office-of-governmental-affairs- division/reports/2021/senate-bill-695-report-2021-and-en-banc-whitepaper_final_04302021.pdf E3. (2021). Retrieved from https://efiling.energy.ca.gov/GetDocument.aspx?tn=233260&DocumentContentId=65748 NORESCO. (2020). Time Dependent Valuation of Energy for Developing Building Efficiency Standards. Retrieved from https://efiling.energy.ca.gov/GetDocument.aspx?tn=233257&DocumentContentId=65743
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6 Appendices
6.1 Map of California Climate Zones
Climate zone geographical boundaries are depicted in Figure 1. The map in Figure 1 along with a zip-code search directory is available at: https://ww2.energy.ca.gov/maps/renewable/building_climate_zones.html Figure 1. Map of California climate zones.
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6.2 Utility Rate Schedules
The Reach Codes Team used the City of Glendale tariffs detailed below to determine the On-Bill savings for each package.
6.2.1 City of Glendale
6.2.1.1 Nonresidential
Following are the City of Glendale electricity tariffs applied in this study. LD-2-B is applied based on the demands. https://www.glendaleca.gov/government/departments/glendale-water-and-power/rates/medium-business-ld-2-electric- rates
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6.2.3 Fuel Escalation Rates
6.2.3.1 Nonresidential Occupancies
Table 11 below documents the escalation rates used for nonresidential buildings.
Table 11: Real Utility Rate Escalation Rate Assumptions
Source
Statewide Electric
Nonresidential Average
Rate (%/year, real)
Statewide Natural Gas
Nonresidential Core Rate
(%/year, real)
2023 E3 2019 2.0% 4.0%
2024 2022 TDV 0.7% 7.7%
2025 2022 TDV 0.5% 5.5%
2026 2022 TDV 0.7% 5.6%
2027 2022 TDV 0.2% 5.6%
2028 2022 TDV 0.6% 5.7%
2029 2022 TDV 0.7% 5.7%
2030 2022 TDV 0.6% 5.8%
2031 2022 TDV 0.6% 3.3%
2032 2022 TDV 0.6% 3.6%
2033 2022 TDV 0.6% 3.4%
2034 2022 TDV 0.6% 3.4%
2035 2022 TDV 0.6% 3.2%
2036 2022 TDV 0.6% 3.2%
2037 2022 TDV 0.6% 3.1%
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CITY OF GLENDALE, CALIFORNIA
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA ITEM
Report: Boards and Commissions: Consideration of Amendment to Term Limits for Members of Boards and Commissions; Discussion of Revisions to Nomination and Appointment Process for Boards and Commissions, including Civil Service Commission
1. Introduction of Ordinance Amending Section 2.36.010 of the Glendale Municipal Code Pertaining to Term Limits for Members of the Boards and Commissions
2. Motion Directing Staff Regarding the Nomination and Appointment Process for Boards and Commissions
3. Motion Directing Staff Regarding the Nomination and Appointment Process for Members of the Civil Service Commission
4. Motion to Note and File
COUNCIL ACTION
Item Type: Action Item
Approved for November 1, 2022 calendar
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Council requested a discussion of an amendment to the Glendale Municipal Code to allow flexibility with respect to the three-term limit for members of the City’s boards and commissions. The Council also requested a discussion on the process for the nomination and appointment to the boards and commissions. 592 of 818
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COUNCIL PRIORITIES
N/A.
RECOMMENDATION
Council may introduce and adopt an ordinance creating an exception to the aggregate limit of three terms for boards and commissions. Staff seeks Council direction on whether to revise the process for nominating and appointing members to the boards and commissions. Finally, staff seeks direction on the process for nominations to the Civil Service Commission, whose members serve four-year terms that are not coterminous with the term of the councilmember that nominates them.
BACKGROUND
Glendale Municipal Code (“GMC”) Section 2.36.010 imposes an aggregate term limit of three (3) four-year terms of service on the City’s boards and commissions (“Aggregate Term Limit”). Thus, individuals may only serve three four-year terms on City boards and commissions whether it is the same service on one commission for all three terms or a combination of service on multiple commissions over 3 terms. Section 2.36.010 provides an exception to the Aggregate Term Limit to allow an individual to serve one additional term where he or she was appointed by a councilmember elected in 2015 or 2017 provided he or she had served two terms prior to the effective date of Ordinance No. 5904 (adopted in 2017) and there had been at least one year in between the second and third terms of service (“Aggregate Term Limit Exception”). Section 2.36.010 also provides that a board or commission member who serves 24 months or more of a term shall be deemed to have served a full term. Lastly, Section 2.36.010 provides that any term that is less than four years as a result of a delay by Council in nominating and appointing a person to a board or commissioner during a councilmember’s term shall nevertheless constitute a full term.
Council has asked to reconsider the exception that existed in the GMC prior to the adoption of Ordinance No. 5904 in 2017, whereby the Council could appoint an individual who has served 3 terms by make a finding it was in the best interest of the City to appoint an individual beyond the Aggregate Term Limit. That issue is discussed further below, as is the topic of discussion regarding the nomination and appointment process for the selection of members to the boards and commissions, including the Civil Service Commission.
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Term Limits
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serve more than two terms if it made a finding that “there are no candidates available for appointment, or that it would be in the best interest of the city.” The Council deleted this exception from the Code in 2017 when it adopted Ordinance No. 5904 at the same time it increased the limit on terms from two to three. At the time, this limit applied only per board or commission. Thus, an individual who served three terms on one board or commission was not prohibited from subsequently serving on another board or commission.
In 2019, the Council adopted Ordinance No. 5930 further addressing term limits for boards and commissions and implemented the Aggregate Term Limit, subject to the Aggregate Term Limit Exception.
Council has asked to re-consider the exception that existed in the GMC prior to the adoption of Ordinance 5904 in 2017, whereby the Council could make a finding it was in the best interest of the City to appoint an individual beyond the Aggregate Term Limit. At the time the Council removed this exception, the Council did so for its expressed desire of bringing in new or fresh perspectives to the boards and commissions. The contrary view is that the pool of qualified and interested applicants for the boards and commissions is sometimes limited, and the City benefits from having the perspectives of individuals with experience and institutional knowledge in these roles. Staff expresses no opinion on the hard cap of term limits. If Council desires to create an exception for unique circumstances, an ordinance re-instituting the exception where it is in the City’s best interest or there are no candidates for appointment is provided for Council to introduce and adopt.
Commissioner Nomination Process
The Council also requested a discussion of the process for nomination and appointment of members to the boards and commissions. In 2018, City staff researched other models for the nomination and appointment to boards and commissions and that information is provided here.
Under the current process for nominating and appointing individuals to the boards and commissions, each councilmember nominates one individual to serve on one seat of each board or commission. Each nominee must be approved by a majority of the City Council.
Under 2007 and 2009 amendments to the Glendale Municipal Code, each board and commission member serves a term coterminous with the term of the councilmember that nominates him or her, except for members of the Civil Service Commission who serve four years by the terms of the Charter. Except for members of the Civil Service Commissions, board members or commissioners serve at the pleasure of the Council and may be removed by a majority of the Council.
The current process of each councilmember nominating a member to each board and commission commenced in 2007, first with the Design Review Board, then applying that 594 of 818
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practice to all board members and commissioners in 2009 with an amendment to the Municipal Code. At that time, the Council also made all board member and commissioner terms coterminous with the terms of the councilmembers that nominate them. Prior to those amendments, a panel of two councilmembers was selected to nominate an individual to fill a vacancy to a board or commission after the Clerk’s Office had sufficient time to advertise the position. Although initially an ad hoc process, the creation of the panels was made more formal through a rotating process of creation of panels so that no two council members served on the same panel for a series of ten panels, and then it would rotate.
The Council had several concerns and stated purposes when changing the process in the period of 2007-09. Besides the additional time for a panel to meet with prospective candidates if necessary and make a decision on a nominee, panel members at times might have differences of opinion on a nominee and might not be able to come to agreement. In addition, councilmembers supporting the change to the current system stated that having each councilmember nominate a member would make that councilmember “responsible” for that commissioner for things like unexcused absences or inappropriate behavior, or if their decisions were unpopular. Ultimately, the Council concluded that the process used now would be more efficient and responsive than the prior process.
Alternative Processes – Comparison of Cities
For general law cities with an elected Mayor, the Mayor appoints individuals to all boards and commissions, subject to approval of the City Council. Since Glendale is a charter city without an elected Mayor, there are no specific legal requirements restricting the City’s nomination/appointment process. As noted above, staff from the City Manager’s office conducted research to determine alternative procedures used by other cities for appointment of individuals to boards and commissions. Fourteen (14) cities were examined based on their similarity to Glendale or their utilization of unique appointment processes. Results fell into three categories: Individual Councilmember representation, Council At-Large representation, or a hybrid of the two.
A. Individual Councilmembers Represented
Mayor Nominates, Council Votes
In this appointment format, the mayor is in charge of nominating commissioners.
Appointing a commissioner, however, requires a majority vote from Council.
Cities using this process have directly elected Mayors and include:
•Garden Grove, CA
•Long Beach, CA
•Torrance, CA
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Councilmembers Nominate by Ward/District, Council Votes Each councilmember nominates a commissioner to represent his/her ward on every commission. The nominees are then appointed by city council’s majority vote.
Cities using this process include:
•Anaheim, CA
•Santa Ana, CA
Councilmembers Nominate by Ward/District, Mayor Appoints Each councilmember nominates a commissioner to represent his/her ward on every commission. The Mayor, however, ultimately appoints or denies the nominee without a council vote.
Cities using this process include:
•Inglewood, CA
It should be noted that the 6 cities cited above have elected mayors and Council districts.
B. Council At-Large Represented
Two-Round Ballot
In this process, City Council jointly considers all qualified applicants during an open session without any formal nomination process. Council then votes on the applicants until all the seats are filled. Each councilmember gets as many “yay” votes as there are vacant seats. If no candidate gets a majority, those with the least number of votes are dropped from the ballot, and the process repeats with the reduced number of candidates.
Cities using this process include:
•Burbank, CA
Council Nominates, Council Votes
Nominations occur at Council meetings. Any councilmember can nominate one applicant per seat. City Council then votes (one vote per vacant seat) on which of the nominees will get appointed to the commission. Whoever gets the majority vote wins the seat.
Cities using this process include:
•Santa Monica, CA
Council Nominates for Interview, Council Votes
During open session, councilmembers use a ballot to silently nominate one or more applicants to interview. If an applicant receives two or more nominations, he or she is interviewed publically at a special meeting. Council then deliberates and votes to 596 of 818
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appoint one of the interviewees. All “silent” ballots are made public at the end of the council meeting. It should be noted there may be Brown Act issues with this approach although Chula Vista appears to have addressed it by making the silent ballots public at the end of the meeting.
Cities using this process include:
•Chula Vista, CA
C. Hybrid Systems
Advisory Commission Nominates, Council Votes
Most commissioners are nominated by individual councilmembers and appointed with a majority vote from council. This process is similar to Anaheim’s and Santa Ana’s, both of which have wards/districts.
For charter commissions, councilmembers silently nominate one or more applicants to interview. If an applicant receives four or more nominations, he or she is interviewed publically at a special meeting. Council then deliberates and votes to appoint one of the interviewees. The process is similar to Chula Vista’s.
A few commission seats have special eligibility requirements (e.g. candidates must have 4 years of childhood education background, must be a tenant, must be a landlord, etc.). To fill these vacancies, a Council-appointed commission is tasked with filtering through applications, conducting interviews, and nominating commissioners. Council then votes on the nominees. San Jose uses this process.
Council-Committee Filters & Interviews, Council Votes
A mayor-appointed Council Committee made up of three councilmembers filters through applications and conducts interviews in open session. The full Council then votes on the nominee.
Cities using this process include:
•Lower Merion, PA
•Auburn, ME
Councilmembers Appoint, Full Council Appoints Two At-Large Each councilmember nominates a commissioner to represent his/her views on every commission. These nominees are appointed through a majority vote of the full Council. The full Council also appoints two applicants to represent the Council At- Large.
Cities using this process include:
•Sonoma, CA
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•Pasadena, CA 1
Qualifications, Disqualifying Positions and Subject Matter Expertise For reference purposes, it is noted that the GMC requires that one or more of the members of certain boards and commissions have a certain background or experience, or specific licensing requirements.
The following table shows which boards and commissions have current seats reserved for subject experts and which do not:
Boards & Commissions with
Reserved Seats for Subject Experts
Boards & Commissions with
NO Reserved Seats for Subject
Experts
Arts & Culture Commission Civil Service Commission
Audit Committee Commission on the Status of Women
Building & Fire Board of Appeals Comm. Dev. Block Grant Advisory Committee
Design Review Board Parks, Recreation & Comm. Serv.
Commission
Historic Preservation Commission Planning Commission
Transportation and Parking Commission Water & Power Commission The specific expertise or background of the listed commissions is set forth in Exhibit 1.
Civil Service Commission Nomination and Appointment Process Staff also seeks direction on the process for nomination and appointment of members to the Civil Service Commission as the rules applicable to that process should be revised for clarity. The City Council adopted Resolution No. 07-183 in 2007 guiding the nomination process for appointment of members to the boards and commissions. Under that resolution, upon a vacancy or upcoming expiration of a term of a board member or commissioner, the nominating councilmember was selected in alphabetical order provided he or she had not nominated a sitting board or commission member to that commission. This resolution was partially abrogated with respect to the Title 2 boards and commissions2 when the Council amended the GMC between 2007 and 2009 to make the terms of the Title 2 boards and commissions coterminous with the term of the 1 The first at-large commissioner is nominated by the mayor and appointed by city council’s majority vote.
The second at-large commissioner is also nominated by the mayor, but the mayor must choose from one of seven applicants recommended to them from the city council (each councilmember recommends one applicant to be nominated). The nominated candidate is then appointed by city council’s majority vote.
Pasadena has a directly elected Mayor.
2 The Title 2 boards and commissions are the boards and commissions created pursuant to Title 2 of the Glendale Municipal Code and include all the boards and commissions except the Civil Service Commission which was created by the City Charter.
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councilmember that nominated them.
After the adoption of the coterminous rule for Title 2 boards and commissions, the nomination process for the Civil Service Commission should have technically continued to follow the alphabetical rotation rule of Resolution No. 07-183 since the Charter mandates that Civil Service commissioners serve four year terms irrespective of the nominating Councilmember. However, for many years, it became a common practice for the nomination of the Civil Service commissioners to “follow” the nominating councilmember. If the nominating councilmember was still on Council when a term was expiring, then that nominating Councilmember made the nomination to reappoint or replace that commissioner. If the nominating councilmember was no longer on Council, then the nomination followed the councilmember who “replaced” the nominating councilmember. For more recent appointments, the nominations were made utilizing the alphabetical process of Resolution No. 07-183; the process was facilitated by a number of upcoming vacancies in rather quick succession in 2019-20.
At this time, there is one Civil Service Commission position with a term that technically expired in 20213. There is another term expiring in September 2023, with the remaining terms expiring in 2024. Staff seeks direction whether Council desires to implement the alphabetical rotation, and whether to start the rotation based on the Council makeup at the time the current position expired in 2021 (which has some justification in the current resolution) or starting at the present time. Council can also choose to implement the prior practice of having the nomination follow the nominating councilmember (or his or replacement). Alternatively, Council can adopt a policy establishing the nomination order based on length of service on Council, provided no councilmember gets one more than one appointee to the Commission.
STAKEHOLDERS/OUTREACH
N/A.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this report.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW (CEQA/NEPA)
This matter it is exempt from CEQA as there is no reasonable possibility it will have a significant effect on the environment.
CAMPAIGN DISCLOSURE
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ALTERNATIVES
ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION
Prepared by:
Michael J. Garcia, City Attorney
Elena Bolbolian, Chief Innovation Officer
Approved by:
Roubik R. Golanian, P.E., City Manager
EXHIBITS/ATTACHMENTS
1. List of specific experience/qualification required for boards and commissions 600 of 818
1 ORDINANCE NO. ____________
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE,
CALIFORNIA AMENDING SECTION 2.36.010 OF THE GLENDALE MUNICIPAL CODE, 1995, PERTAINING TO THE LIMIT OF TERMS OF MEMBERS OF THE CITY’S BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE:
SECTION 1. Section 2.36.010 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended to read as follows:
Section 2.36.010 Appointment-generally; Terms of office A. No person may serve, in the aggregate, more than three (3) four - (4) year terms on boards and commissions. This section shall apply regardless of whether or not a commissioner’s or board member’s service of a term has commenced or occurred prior to the effective date of the ordinance imposing the three - (3) term aggregate limit established by this section.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, any person who is serving his or her third term on boards or commissions, in the aggregate, as of the effective date of the ordinance enacting the three - (3) term aggregate term limit in this section, and who was appointed by a councilmember elected in 2015 or 2017, may be appointed to one (1) additional term beyond a third aggregate term in the event that: (a) he or she has completed two (2) terms prior to the effective date of this ordinance, and (b) there has been a period of at least one (1) year in between the second and third terms of service.
B. No person may serve on a board or commission under this title while concurrently serving on another board or commission under this title or the civil service commission, Alex Regional Theatre Board, or Burbank Glendale Pasadena Airport Authority. Elected officials shall not serve on any board or commission under this title, or the civil service commission, Alex Regional Theatre Board, or Burbank Glendale Pasadena Airport Authority except where an ordinance specifically permits or requires a member to be an elected official. 601 of 818
2 C. The terms of office for all members of boards and commissions under this title shall be four (4) years andor until their successors are appointed and qualified. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the term of any person appointed to a board or commission created under this title and who was appointed by a councilmember elected in 2015 or 2017 shall be permitted to serve until March 2020 and March 2022, respectively, or until the successors are appointed and qualified, and such term shall be deemed to be a four - (4) year term under this section. The term of each member shall be coterminous with the council member that nominates that member to a board or commission regardless of when nominated and appointed. Vacancies for any unexpired term of membership on any board or commission under this title shall be filled by appointment by a majority of the council. An appointment to fill a vacancy of a partial term shall be coterminous with the term of the council member making the nominati on. For purposes of the limit of terms as set forth in subsection A of this section, a board member or commissioner who serves twenty-four (24) months or more of a term shall be deemed to have served a full term. Notwithstanding the preceding sentence, any term that is less than four (4) years as a result of a delay by the council in nominating and appointing a board member or commissioner during a councilmember’s term (in contrast to a removal, resignation or incapacitation) shall nevertheless constitute a full term.
D. Notwithstanding subsection A of this section, the council upon making a finding that there are no candidates available for appointment, or that it would be in the best interest of the city, may appoint an individual to serve more than three terms as otherwise required by subsection A.
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3 Adopted by the Council of the City of Glendale on the _____ day of __, 2022.
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M a y o r
ATTEST:
City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
) S S .
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES )
I, Suzie Abajian, Ph.D., City Clerk of the City of Glendale, hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. ______ was adopted by the Council of the City of Glendale, California, at a regular meeting held on the _____ day of ____________, 2022, and that the same was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Abstain:
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C i t y C l e r k
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M O T I O N
Moved by Council Member , seconded by Council Member , that with respect to the Report to Council dated November 1, 2022 pertaining to the nomination and appointment process for the boards and commissions, Council directs staff as follows:
Vote as follows:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Abstain:
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M O T I O N
Moved by Council Member , seconded by Council Member , that with respect to the Report to Council dated November 1, 2022 pertaining to the nomination and appointment process for the Civil Service Commission, Council directs staff as follows:
Vote as follows:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Abstain:
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M O T I O N
Moved by Council Member _________________________, seconded by Council Member ___________________________, that the Council hereby notes and files the Report to Council dated November 1, 2022, pertaining to term limits and the nomination and appointment process for boards and commissions.
Vote as follows:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Abstain:
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Exhibit 1