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City Council
November 5, 2025
STAFF REPORT
To: City Council
From: Bryan H. Montgomery, City Manager
Prepared by: Bryan H. Montgomery, City Manager
Subject: Resolution No. 10526, declaring various furniture and equipment located at the existing City Hall as surplus property and authorizing a procedure for its disposal
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve Resolution No.10526, declaring various furniture and equipment located at the existing City Hall as surplus property and authorizing a procedure for its disposal.
SUMMARY:
Due to the age and condition of much of the furniture and equipment at the existing City Hall and that new furniture will be installed at the new City Hall, this agenda item is seeking the City Council's authority to dispose of the no longer needed furniture and equipment.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Section33.123 of the Indio Municipal Code provides for surplus property to be disposed of by the Finance Director. However, this has been done in the past for few items at a time and at low surplus values. The volume of the surplus property at the existing City Hall (see attached) is so much that we thought it prudent to obtain City Council approval for the declaration of surplus and setting forth a procedure for its disposal.
For the last several months, City staff has solicited proposals from no less than six auction companies with the intent to have them assist us with the disposal and potential sale of the obsolete furniture and equipment at City Hall. All have declined the opportunity except one that agreed to take some the furniture away for resale at no cost and with no payment to the City. Because the existing City Hall is going to be demolished, we don't need assistance in hauling away the obsolete furniture.
In discussing the difficulty of finding a potential buyer for the old furniture and equipment with the Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem, it was determined that perhaps the City Council would approve donating the surplus to local non-profit thrift stores. We started with three to determine interest: Coachella Valley Rescue Mission, Martha's Village and Habitat for Humanity. Habitat indicated that they generally do not sell office furniture and were not interested, but the Galilee Center was suggested.
The Coachella Valley Rescue Mission, Martha's Village and Galilee Center have all toured and each expressed interest in most of the items.
AGENDA ITEM #11.10
Resolution No. 10526, declaring various furniture and equipment located ... Page 138 of 235 The attached resolution proposes a process for the disposal of surplus property to the non-profit organizations. Any other remaining items will be discarded or surplus by appropriate means.
ALTERNATIVES:
A potential alternative is to set up some sort of garage sale in the hopes that much of the surplus property would be purchased by the general public. Because of the used condition of the furniture, it is likely that such a sale would generate less $10,000. There would also be significant Staff time and costs to conduct such a sale.
ATTACHMENTS:
Resolution_No._10526
Resolution No. 10526, declaring various furniture and equipment located ... Page 139 of 235 RESOLUTION NO. 10526
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF INDIO DECLARING
SURPLUS CERTAIN FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE
DONATION OR DISPOSAL OF SUCH PROPERTY
WHEREAS, Government State Code Section 37350 - 37351 provides for the ability of cities to dispose of property for the common benefit of the City; and WHEREAS, Section 33.123 of the Indio Municipal Code further sets forth the authority to declare and dispose of surplus property; and WHEREAS, the value, obsolescence and condition of these items make it impractical to trade the same in on future purchases of new inventory items and to obtain a maximum return for said surplus items, and as such, it is in the best interest of the City to sell, donate or dispose of the same; and
WHEREAS, City staff has reached out to numerous auction firms with the hope that there may be some value and payment to the City for these surplus items yet all firms declined to make any payment for the surplus items; and WHEREAS, the City Council has in the past declared obsolete, outdated or property no longer of use to the City as surplus property and authorized that the property be donated to non-profit organizations for use; and WHEREAS, staff has identified furniture and equipment from the former City Hall, set forth and attached hereto as Attachment A and is recommending that the Council deem this furniture and equipment as surplus property and direct staff to dispose of such property through donation and disposal; and
WHEREAS, the Coachella Valley Rescue Mission, Martha’s Village and the Galilee Center are non-profit organizations that provide valuable community services and operate thrift stores and have expressed interest in receiving the obsolete items for potential resale.
WHEREAS, there may be other minor items that these non-profit organizations may not be interested in and refuse disposal may be necessary.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Indio as follows:
1.Based upon the findings and recommendations of City Staff, the items of inventory belonging to said City, consisting of furniture and equipment listed in Attachment A, are declared surplus to the foreseeable needs of the City; and
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2.That it is deemed to be for the common benefit of the residents of said City to dispose of said inventory by donation to the Coachella Valley Rescue Mission, Martha’s Village and Galilee Center; and
3.Any other remaining items may be disposed of by the City Manager by appropriate means.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Indio at a regular meeting duly held on the 5th day of November 2025 by the following vote:
AYES, and in favor of, Councilmembers:
NOES, Councilmembers:
ABSENT, Councilmembers:
ABSTAIN, Councilmembers:
GLENN MILLER, Mayor
ATTEST:
Sabdi Sanchez, Director City Clerk Services
Attachment A – List of Surplus Items
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ATTACHMENT A
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City Council
November 5, 2025
STAFF REPORT
To: City Council
From: Bryan H. Montgomery, City Manager
Prepared by: Reymundo Trejo, P.E., IWA General Manager
Subject: Joint Resolution No. 10527 of the City Council/Indio Water Authority to authorize and designate the Executive Director as the agency authorized representative to approve, accept, and consent to easements, grant deeds, and quitclaim deeds on behalf of Indio Water Authority
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council and Indio Water Authority Board adopt Resolution No. 10527 to authorize and designate the Executive Director as the agency authorized representative to approve, accept, and consent to easements, grant deeds, and quitclaim deeds on behalf of Indio Water Authority to execute these instruments when it is required or necessary.
SUMMARY:
The recording of grant deeds, quitclaims and grant of easements for conveyance is part of the IWA Development Procedural Guidelines process, and it is completed in coordination with developers that these Currently, service IWA the area. infrastructure new building actively are within conveyances are received as separate instruments which are then submitted to City Council/Indio Water Authority Board for acceptance, usually weeks to months after the Deed has been executed by the for allows 27281 Section Code owner. California property offering the Government governmental agency, by resolution, to authorize one or more officers or agents to accept and consent to such deeds or grants. This approach will save resources and staff time, and it is consistent with the existing City of Indio Resolution No. 1028 that was adopted by the City Council on August 6, 1958.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The California Government Code Section 27281 stipulates deeds or grants conveying any interest in or easement upon real estate to a governmental agency for public purposes shall not be accepted for recordation without the consent of the governmental agency evidenced by a certificate or resolution of acceptance attached to the instrument conveying an interest of real estate. California Government Code Section 27281 also permits that the governmental agency, by resolution, may authorize one or more officers or agents to accept and consent to such deeds or grants.
The Indio Water Authority often requires applicants to convey easements for public water utility, or grant deeds for conditioned property for the installation of water infrastructure such as groundwater wells. Currently, these conveyances come back as separate instruments which are then submitted to City Council/Indio Water Authority Board for acceptance, usually weeks to months after the Deed has been executed by the offering property owner.
AGENDA ITEM #11.11
CC/IWA Joint Resolution No. 10527 of the City Council/Indio Water Author... Page 143 of 235 This action would allow the Indio Water Authority Executive Director the ability to accept on the IWA’s behalf certain Deeds, effectively putting on a timelier recording. It would eliminate the need for staff to agendize an IWA Board action, reducing the amount of staff time currently spent on writing, reviewing, and routing staff reports, merely for routine items. This change will have a positive impact on the IWA’s resources.
ALTERNATIVES:
Not adopt the resolution.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment 1 - Resolution No. 10527
APPROVAL(S):
Reymundo Trejo, P.E., IWA General Manager Approved - 24 Oct 2025 Jennifer A. Mizrahi, Assistant City Attorney Approved - 28 Oct 2025 Ruby D. Walla, Director of Finance Approved - 29 Oct 2025 Bryan H. Montgomery, City Manager Approved - 30 Oct 2025
CC/IWA Joint Resolution No. 10527 of the City Council/Indio Water Author... Page 144 of 235 RESOLUTION NO.10527
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF INDIO AND THE
INDIO WATER AUTHORITY, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE CITY OF INDIO AND INDIO WATER
AUTHORITY TO ACCEPT AND CONSENT TO DEEDS OR GRANTS
CONVEYING ANY INTEREST IN OR EASEMENT UPON REAL ESTATE TO
THE CITY OF INDIO
WHEREAS, Government Code Section 27281 provides that deeds or grants conveying an interest in real property to the City and/or Indio Water Authority may not be accepted for recordation without the consent of the grantee evidenced by a Certificate of Acceptance; and
WHEREAS, Government Code Section 27281 also provides that the City Council and Indio Water Authority Board may, by a general resolution, authorize one or more officers to accept and consent to such deeds or grants;
WHEREAS, The City Council and IWA Board believe that this Resolution is in the best interest of the City and the IWA.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF INDIO AND THE
INDIO WATER AUTHORITY BOARD DOES RESOLVE, DECLARE, DETERMINE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That the City Manager/Executive Director of the City of Indio/Indio Water Authority, is hereby authorized as the officer or agent of the City of Indio/Indio Water Authority to approve, accept and consent to easements, grant deeds, and quitclaim deeds conveying an interest in or easement upon real estate to the City of Indio, a Municipal Corporation, for public purposes, and/or the Indio Water Authority, as Joint Powers Authority.
Section 2. That this authorization is adopted in accordance with the provisions of Section 27281 of the Government Code and the City Clerk is hereby instructed to record a certified copy of this Resolution with the County Recorder of Riverside County.
Section 4. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.
Section 5. The Board Secretary shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
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PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this ____ 2025.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
_________________________
Glenn Miller
Mayor/President
ATTEST:
__________________________________
Sabdi Sanchez, MMC
Director of City Clerk Services/Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
____________________________
Steven Graham
City Attorney/IWA General Counsel
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City Council
November 5, 2025
STAFF REPORT
To: City Council
From: Bryan H. Montgomery, City Manager
Prepared by: Leila Namvar, Public Arts Analyst
Subject: Approve a $5,000 cost increase resulting from the change in location for the 9/11 Memorial Sculpture, bringing the total project cost to $135,000, and authorize project the amend to Attorney Manager and City the City agreement to reflect this cost increase.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve a $5,000 cost increase resulting from the change in location for the 9/11 Memorial Sculpture, bringing the total project cost to $135,000, and authorize the City Manager and City Attorney to amend the project agreement to reflect this cost increase.
SUMMARY:
On August 16, 2023, the City Council selected artist James Dinh and his sculpture design for the 9/11 Memorial, which incorporates a steel artifact from the World Trade Center. Since then, the artist has been working on the fabrication and ongoing development of the sculpture. However, the City Council recently approved a change in the installation site, from the Indio Public Safety Campus to Miles Avenue Park, to make the memorial more accessible to the community. This new location offers a larger concrete pad for the sculpture, which requires additional concrete work and site preparation.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The concept proposal by artist James Dinh, titled “Lights of Remembrance,” is designed to inspire reflection, unity, and remembrance. The circular plaza features decomposed granite paving and a curving steel “Constellation Wall” that rises 7–8 feet, etched with “09 11 01” and dotted with small cutouts that glow like stars when backlit at night. At the center stands a 12-foot-tall steel artifact from the former World Trade Center, mounted on a concrete podium and accessible for visitors to touch and reflect upon.
The new location is more suitable for a memorial, as it offers additional parking, is centrally located within a well-established park with mature trees, and is in close proximity to the City’s downtown area and several iconic buildings, including the Coachella Valley History Museum (see attached 9/11 Context Plan).
At the new location, the concrete circular area defining the memorial space will need to be expanded to provide additional room for the installation of lighting behind the memorial wall. In the original design, these lights were to be placed within the existing gravel area, outside the defined AGENDA ITEM #11.12
Approve a $5,000 cost increase resulting from the change in location for... Page 147 of 235 memorial zone. Due to this modification and the associated increase in materials and labor, the contractor is requesting an additional $5,000 to complete the work.
Therefore, staff is requesting that the City Council approve a $5,000 cost increase resulting from the change in location for the 9/11 Memorial Sculpture, bringing the total project cost to $135,000, and authorize the City Manager and City Attorney to amend the project agreement to reflect this cost increase. There are other costs for the move related to the sitework (not to the artist) that will be absorbed in Staff time and payment to our landscape contractor.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
Current FY Financial
Impact:
$5,000 In current year budget: No
Current FY General
Fund Impact:
None Budget adjustment: No
Next FY Financial
Impact:
Depend on the timeline it may
impact
Strategic Objective: Downtown Destination
Source of funds: Public Arts Fund Fund-Org-Object
Reference:
203521064
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Continue the request pending submission of additional information.
2. Refer the item back to the Public Arts Commission for recommendation.
ATTACHMENTS:
9-11 Memorial Context Plan
APPROVAL(S):
Miguel Ramirez-Cornejo, Dir. of Economic Development Approved - 30 Oct 2025 Steven Graham Pacifico, City Attorney Approved - 30 Oct 2025 Ruby D. Walla, Director of Finance Approved - 30 Oct 2025 Bryan H. Montgomery, City Manager Approved - 30 Oct 2025
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City Council
November 5, 2025
STAFF REPORT
To: City Council
From: Bryan H. Montgomery, City Manager
Prepared by: Bryan White, Fire Chief
Subject: Resolution No. 10524 and Ordinance No. 1824 adopting by reference the 2025 edition of the California Fire Code with amendments and making findings that modifications to the California Fire Code are reasonably necessary because of local conditions.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Resolution No. 10524 and introduce for first reading by title only Ordinance No. 1824, adopting by reference the 2025 edition of the California Fire Code with amendments and making findings that modifications to the California Fire Code are reasonably necessary because of local conditions; and directing the City Clerk to place the ordinance on the consent calendar of the next regular meeting for adoption.
SUMMARY:
The proposed ordinance adopts the most recent edition of the California Fire Code with the necessary local amendments. This code relates to fire and life safety.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
California State law mandates that every three years the California Building Standards Commission publish the California Building Standards Code. The 2025 Edition of the California Building Standards Code (codified in Code of Regulations Title 24) incorporates the California Fire Code and automatically becomes effective statewide on January 1, 2026. Any city, however, may amend the California Building Standards Code (including provisions of the California Fire Code) if the amendment is necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions. If the City fails to adopt those local amendments by January 1, 2026, the codes published by the state will become law automatically and the City will lose its ability to enforce its local amendments. The list below identifies the model codes upon which the 2025 California Fire Code is based:
California Fire Code: 2025 California Fire Code
Reference Model Code: 2024 International Fire Code (IFC)
The proposed ordinance amends Chapter 93 of the Indio Municipal Code and repeals the prior edition of the Fire Code and adopts by reference, with amendments, the 2025 California Fire Code
The Benefit of adopting the code is to provide building and fire inspectors/ officials with further clarification of the intent and the applicability of the California Fire Code when presented with a variety of Fire & Life Safety issues.
AGENDA ITEM #12.1
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Staff also recommends amendment and modifications to the 2025 California Fire Code due to local climatic, geological and topographical conditions in the City of Indio. These proposed amendments are also consistent with Riverside County and other local cities within Riverside County.
ALTERNATIVES:
Take no action. This would result in the automatic adoption of the California Fire Code without the City's local amendments required by the City's local conditions.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment 1 - Resolution No. 10524 - 2025 Fire Code
Attachment 2 - Ordinance No. 1824 - 2025 Fire Code Adoption
APPROVAL(S):
Bryan White, Fire Chief Approved - 28 Oct 2025
Steven Graham Pacifico, City Attorney Approved - 30 Oct 2025 Bryan H. Montgomery, City Manager Approved - 30 Oct 2025
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RESOLUTION NO. 10524
RESOLUTION OF COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF INDIO MAKING EXPRESS
FINDINGS AND DETERMINATIONS THAT MODIFICATIONS TO THE
CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE ARE REASONABLY NECESSARY BECAUSE OF
LOCAL CLIMATIC, GEOLOGICAL OR TOPOGRAPHICAL CONDITIONS
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF INDIO HEREBY RESOLVES, FINDS AND DETERMINES AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1.Recitals
A. Certain building standards and other related model codes are adopted by the State of California in the California Building Standards Code and become applicable in the City unless amended by the City pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 17958.
B. Health and Safety Code Section 17958.5 authorizes the City Council to make reasonably necessary changes or modifications to the State adopted building codes, including the 2025 California Fire Code, adopted by the California Building Standards Commission and based upon the 2024 edition of the International Fire Code, based on certain local conditions.
C. The City of Indio has determined and recommended that the modifications to the 2025 California Fire Code, contained herein, are reasonably necessary due to local conditions.
D. Health and Safety Code Section 17958.7 requires the City Council to make express findings of the necessity for modifications to the building standards contained in the 2025 California Fire Code.
Section 2.The City Council of the City of Indio hereby expressly finds that the amendments and modifications to building standards contained in 2025 California Fire Code, as adopted by the City are reasonably necessary due to the local climatic, geological or topographical conditions as set forth herein.
A. Geologic Conditions
1. Riverside County and the City of Indio are located in Seismic Zone four (4). There are earthquake faults that run throughout Riverside County. The San Andreas Fault Zone is a known active fault and runs directly adjacent to the City’s northern border. Many large quakes have occurred on this fault including the 2004 Parkfield magnitude 6.0 earthquake, the 1989 Loma Prieta magnitude 7.1 earthquake, and the 1906 San Francisco magnitude 7.8 earthquake. A recent University of California Study, by Yuri
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Fialko, predicts that the San Andreas Fault, specifically the Southern segment, is overdue for a large quake of magnitude 7.0 or larger. This study further specifically predicts substantial damage to Palm Springs and the surrounding areas. Further, there are areas within the city limits and sphere of influence which are subject to not only earthquake activity, but wind erosion, blown sand, flooding and brush covered open spaces. Placement of multiple occupancy buildings, location of arterial roads and fire department staffing constraints, have made it difficult for the fire department to provide staffing sufficient to concentrate fire companies and personnel to control fires in single and multi-story retail, commercial and industrial buildings, making enhanced, built-in protection necessary.
B. Topographical Conditions
1. Traffic and circulation congestion presently existing in the City of Indio often places fire department search and rescue response time to building collapse and fire occurrences at risk. This condition makes the need for enhanced on-site protection for property and occupants necessary.
2. Road circulation features located throughout the City also make amendments reasonably necessary. Located through the City are major roadways, highways and flood control channels that create barriers and slow response times. Street and storm drain design accompanies with occasional heavy rainfall, causes roadway flooding and excessive runoff and at times may make an emergency access route impassable, thus extending emergency response times that exceed the 5 minute goal.
C. Climatic Conditions
1. Generally, Indio has an arid climate. Hot, dry Santa Ana winds are common to Indio. These winds create an environment which is conducive to rapidly spreading fires. Control of such fires requires an increased level of protection. This added protection, including, but not limited to, on-site protection, will supplement normal Fire Department response available, and will provide immediate fire protection for life and safety of multiple-occupancy occupants during a fire occurrence.
2. Water demand in densely populated Southern California far exceeds the quantity supplied by natural precipitation; and although the population continues to grow, the already-taxed water supply does not.
California is projected to increase in population by nearly 10 million over the next quarter of a century with 50 percent of that growth centered in Southern California. Due to storage capacities and consumption, and a limited amount of rainfall future water allocation is not fully dependable. This necessitates the need for additional and on-site fire protection features. It would also leave tall buildings vulnerable to uncontrolled fires due to a lack of available water and an inability to pump sufficient quantities of available water to floors in a fire.
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Section 3.Specific Amendments and References to Findings.
Local climatic, geologic and topographic conditions impact fire prevention efforts, and the frequency, spread, acceleration, intensity and size of fire involving buildings in this community. Further, they impact potential damage to all structures from earthquake and subsequent fire. Therefore, it is found to be reasonably necessary that provisions of the California Building Standards Code be modified to mitigate the effects of the above conditions.
California Health and Safety Code Section 17958.7 requires that the modification or change be expressly marked and identified as to which each finding refers. Therefore, the City Council finds that the following table sets forth 2025 California Fire Code and related Code provisions constituting building standards that have been modified pursuant to Ordinance No 16-XXX and the associated local climatic, geological and/or topographical conditions described above in Section 2 supporting modification.
California Fire Code Section Findings in Section 2
101.4 Administrative
102.5 A-1, B-2, C-1 and C-2
103.2 Administrative
103.4 Administrative
103.4.1 Administrative
104.1.1 Administrative
104.3.2 Administrative
105.4 Administrative
105.4.7 Administrative
106.2 Administrative
106.6 Administrative
109.1, 109.2, 109.3 Administrative
110.4 Administrative
202 Administrative
308.1.6.3 B-2, C-1, and C-2
503.2.1 A-1, B-1, B-2, C-1, and C-
2 503.2.2 Administrative
503.6.1 B-1, B-2, C-1 and
Administrative
503.7 B-1, B-2, C-1 and
Administrative
507.5.7 B-1, B-2, C-1, and C-2
507.5.8 A-1, B-1, B-2, C-1, and C-
2 508.1 A-1, B-1, B-2, C-1, and C-
2
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508.1.1 A-1, B-1, B-2, C-1, and C-
2 508.1.3 A-1, B-1, B-2, C-1, and C-
2 508.1.6 A-1, B-1, B-2, C-1, and C-
2 508.1.8 A-1, B-1, B-2, C-1, and C-
2 509.2.1 A-1, B-1, B-2, C-1, and C-
2 605.10.1.2 A-1, B-1, and B-2
903.2 A-1, B-1, B-2, C-1, and C-
2 903.2.3 A-1, B-1, B-2, C-1, and C-
2 903.2.11.3 A-1, B-1, B-2, C-1, and C-
2 903.3.5.3 A-1, C-1, and C-2
3204.2.1 A-1, B-1, B-2, C-1, and C-
2 5608.2 Administrative
B105.2 A-1, B-1, B-2, C-1, and C-
2 C103.1 A-1, B-1, B-2, C-1, and C-
2 Section 4.The City Council finds and determines that the current Indio Fire Code, codified in Title IX, Chapter 93 and 93 A of the Code of Indio, as adopted in Ordinance No. 1824 concurrent with this Resolution (the “New Fire Code”) and the recommended non-administrative amendments thereto impose substantially the same requirements as, and are thus equivalent to or exceed, uniform industry codes and current California Building Standards Code requirements. To the extent that the New Fire Code is not found to be equivalent to or to exceed general requirements contained in uniform industry codes and current California Building Standards Code requirements, the City Council finds that such amendments in Ordinance No. 1824 the ordinance are necessary as result of unique local conditions identified hereunder.
Section 5.The Office of the City Clerk of the City of Indio is hereby directed to file this Resolution and a copy of the New Fire Code Ordinance, Ordinance No. 1824 with the California Building Standards Commission and to preserve said Resolution and Ordinance as public records.
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Section 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 5th day of November, 2025. ________________________
GLENN MILLER, MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
_________________________
SABDI SANCHEZ, MMC
DIR. OF CITY CLERK SVCS.
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF INDIO ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE TOGETHER WITH CERTAIN APPENDICES AND AMENDMENTS AND PENALTIES; AND AMENDING
CHAPTER 93 and 93 A OF THE INDIO MUNICIPAL CODE
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF INDIO CALIFORNIA DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1.Chapter 93 (Fire Code) of Title IX (General Regulations) of the Indio Municipal Code is hereby repealed; provided, however, that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of any said Chapter or codes occurring prior to the effective date of the ordinance adopting this provision.
Section 2.A new Chapter 93 (Fire Code) is hereby added to Title IX (General Regulations) of the Indio Municipal Code to read as follows:
CHAPTER 93: FIRE CODE
93.01 Adoption
93.02 Enforcement
93.03 Definitions
93.04 Establishment of geographic limits in which the storage of Class I and Class II liquids in aboveground tanks outside of buildings are prohibited
93.05 Establishment of geographic limits in which the storage of liquefied petroleum gas is prohibited
93.06 Establishment of geographic limits in which the storage of explosives and blasting agents are prohibited
93.07 Amendments and Additions to the Fire Code
93.08 Fire Apparatus
93.99 Penalty
SECTION 93.01 ADOPTION.
Except as hereinafter provided, all of the provisions and Appendices B, BB, C, CC, and H of the 2025 California Fire Code, based on the 2024 International Fire Code, published by the International Code Council, inclusive of all of the inclusions and exclusions set forth in each chapter’s matrix, are hereby adopted by reference and incorporated herein as though fully set forth herein and shall constitute the Fire Code of the City of Indio. (“Fire Code”). In addition, the following provisions that were excluded in the 2025 California Fire Code are hereby adopted: Chapter 1, Division II of the California Fire Code is hereby adopted, except that Section 103.2 and 109.3 are not adopted; Chapters 3, 25, and Sections 403.12, 503, and 510.2, and Sections 1103.2 are adopted. Such provisions shall be part of the Fire Code.
Said Fire Code is for the purpose of prescribing regulations governing the safeguarding of life and property from fire and explosion, hazards arising from the
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SECTION 93.02 ENFORCEMENT.
The Fire Code shall be enforced by the Fire Chief.
SECTION 93.03 DEFINITIONS.
For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
JURISDICTION. The City of Indio.
CORPORATE COUNSEL. The City Attorney for the City of Indio.
ALTERATION OR ALTERED. Any change, addition, or modification in construction or occupancy or structural repair or change in primary function to an existing structure made by, on behalf of, or for the use of a public accommodation, or commercial facility or part thereof. Alterations include, but are not limited to, remodeling, renovation, rehabilitation, reconstruction, historic restoration, fire damage restoration, changes or rearrangement of the structural parts or elements, and changes or rearrangement in the plan configuration of walls and full height partitions.
SECTION 93.04 ESTABLISHMENT OF GEOGRAPHIC LIMITS IN WHICH THE
STORAGE OF CLASS I AND CLASS II LIQUIDS IN ABOVE-GROUND TANKS OUTSIDE OF BUILDINGS ARE PROHIBITED.
The location referred to in Section 5704.2.9.6.1 of the California Fire Code in which storage of Class I and Class II liquids in above-ground tanks outside of buildings are prohibited are hereby as follows: Section 2.02.04B of The Unified Development Code.
SECTION 93.05 ESTABLISHMENT OF GEOGRAPHIC LIMITS IN WHICH THE STORAGE OF LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS IS PROHIBITED:
The location referred to in Section 6104.2 of the California Fire Code in which the storage of liquefied petroleum gas is prohibited are hereby as follows: Section
2.02.04B of The Unified Development Code.
SECTION 93.06 ESTABLISHMENT OF GEOGRAPHIC LIMITS IN WHICH THE STORAGE OF EXPLOSIVES AND BLASTING AGENTS ARE PROHIBITED:
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Section 2.02.04B of The Unified Development Code.
SECTION 93.07 AMENDMENTS AND ADDITIONS TO THE FIRE CODE (a)Administration Scope
1)Section 101.4 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
101.4 Severability. If any provision, clause, sentence or paragraph of this code or the application thereof to any person or circumstances shall be held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the other provisions of this code which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end, the provisions of this code are hereby declared to be severable.
(b)Applicability.
1)Section 102.5 of the California Fire Code is amended as follows:
102.5 Application for Residential Code. Where structures are designed and constructed in accordance with the California Residential Code, the provisions of this code shall apply as follows:
1.The construction and design provisions of this code pertaining to the exterior of the structure shall apply including, but not limited to, premises identification, fire apparatus access and water supplies.
Where interior or exterior systems or devices are installed, construction permits required by Section 105.6 of this code shall apply.
2.Administrative, operational and maintenance provisions of this code shall apply.
3.Automatic fire sprinkler system requirements of this code shall apply to detached accessory buildings 3,000 square feet or greater in accordance with Section 903.2. The provisions contained in Section 903.2.18 of the California Fire Code or Section R317.5.1 of the California Residential Code may be used for the design of the automatic fire sprinkler system for detached accessory structures. 2)A new Section 102.13.1 is added to Section 102.13 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
102.13.1 Application of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code. Where a conflict exists between the adopted provisions of the California Fire Code and the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, the more restrictive provisions shall apply.
(c)Compliance Agency
1)Section 103.1 of the California Fire Code is amended as follows:
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(d)Duties and Powers of the Fire Code Official
1)A new Section 104.1.1 is added to Section 104.1 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
104.1.1 Authority of the Fire Chief and Fire Department.
1.The Fire Chief, Chief Deputy, or their designee, is authorized and directed to enforce all applicable State fire laws and provisions of this ordinance and to perform such duties as directed by the City Council.
2.The Fire Chief, Chief Deputy, or their designee, is authorized to administer, interpret and enforce this ordinance. Under the Fire Chief, Chief Deputy, or their designee’s, direction, the Riverside County Fire Department is authorized to enforce ordinances of City of Indio pertaining to the following:
2.1.The prevention of fires.
2.2.The suppression or extinguishment of dangerous or hazardous fires.
2.3.The storage, use and handling of hazardous materials.
2.4.The installation and maintenance of automatic, manual and other private fire alarm systems and fire extinguishing equipment.
2.5.The maintenance and regulation of fire escapes.
2.6.The maintenance of fire protection and the elimination of fire hazards on land, in buildings, structures and other properties, including those under construction.
2.7.The maintenance of means of egress.
2.8.The investigation of the cause, origin and circumstances of fire and unauthorized releases of hazardous materials.
3.The following persons are hereby authorized to interpret and enforce the provisions of this ordinance and to make arrests and issue citations authorized by law:
3.1.The Unit Chief, Peace Officers and Public Officers of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.
3.2.The Fire Chief, Peace Officers and Public Officers of the Riverside County Fire Department and City of Indio.
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3.3.The Riverside County Sheriff and any deputy sheriff.
3.4.The Police Chief and any police officer of any city served by the Riverside County Fire Department.
3.5.Officers of the California Highway Patrol.
3.6.Code Officers of the City of Indio Code Enforcement Department.
3.7.Peace Officers of the California Department of Parks and Recreation.
3.8.The law enforcement officer of the Federal Bureau of Land Management.
2)Section 104.2 of the California Fire Code is deleted and replaced with the following:
104.2 Determination of compliance. The fire code official shall have the authority to determine compliance with this code, to render interpretations of this code and to develop policies, procedures, guidelines, standards, and information bulletins in order to clarify the application of its provisions. Such interpretations, policies, procedures:
1. Shall be in compliance with the intent and purpose of this code.
2. Shall not have the effect of waiving requirements specifically provided for in this code.
3. Shall be enforceable as part of this code.
3)Sections 104.8 and 104.8.1 of the California Fire Code are deleted in their entirety and replaced with the following:
104.8 Liability. Any liability against Riverside County and City of Indio or any officer or employee for damages resulting from the discharge of their duties shall be provided by law.
4)A new Section 104.13 is added to Section 104 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
104.12 Authority of the Fire Chief to Close Hazardous Fire Areas.
Except upon National Forest Land, the Fire Chief is authorized to determine and announce the closure of any hazardous fire area or portion thereof. Upon such closure, no person shall go in or be upon any hazardous fire area, except upon the public roadways and inhabited areas. During such closure, the Fire Chief shall erect and maintain at all entrances to the closed area sufficient signs giving notice of closure. This section shall not prohibit residents or owners of private property within any closed area, or their invitees, from going in or being upon their lands.
This section shall not apply to any entry, in the course of duty, by a peace officer, duly authorized public officer or fire department personnel. For the purpose of this section, "hazardous fire area" shall mean public or private
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(e)Fees.
1) Section 108.2 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
108.2 Schedule of Permit Fees. Fees for services and permits shall be as set forth by fee resolution of the City Council.
2) A new Section 108.7 is added to Section 108 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
108.7 Cost Recovery. Pursuant to California Health and Safety Code sections 11374.5(b)(1 ), 13009 et seq., 25259.4, 25515(a), 25540(a), 25541 (a), California Government Code sections 53150 et seq, and all other provisions of law, all costs incurred by the Riverside County Fire Department for the inspection and enforcement of any provision of these Codes, the investigation of any fire, explosion or other hazardous condition, the suppression of fire, the response to a traffic collision or accident, the containment and/or mitigation of a hazardous materials release, and any rescue or rendering of medical or physical aid or assistance, may be charged to any responsible party, any person who violates these Codes or any person who, due to a negligent or unlawful act or omission, is responsible for or requires or causes the emergency response of Riverside County Fire Department. Any expense incurred by the Riverside County Fire Department for such an emergency response shall constitute a debt of such a person and shall be collectible by the County in the same manner as in the case of an obligation under contract, express or implied. These provisions shall be applied uniformly against all such persons in violation of a Penal Code, Vehicle Code, Health and Safety Code or other state law statutory violation; only a city official shall have authority to reduce or cancel the debt obligation arising from the incident. (f)Means of Appeals.
1) Section 112.1 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
112.1 Board of Appeals Established. Whenever the Fire Code Official disapproves an application or refuses to grant a permit applied for, or when it is claimed that the provisions of the Code adopted do not apply or that the true intent and meaning of the code have been misconstrued or wrongly interpreted, the applicant may appeal from the decision of the Fire Chief, Chief Deputy, or their designee, to the City Council within thirty (30) days from the date of the decision appealed. The Fire Chief and Chief Deputy shall be notified of any appeal and the Fire Chief, Chief Deputy or their designee(s) shall be in attendance at the appeal hearing.
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(g)Violations.
1) Section 113.4 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
113.4 Violations and Penalties. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, corporation or association of persons to violate any provision of this ordinance, or to violate the provisions of any permit granted pursuant to this code. Punishments and penalties for violations shall be in accordance with Health and Safety Code Sections 17995 through 17995.5. (h)Definitions.
1) Section 202, definition of "Fire Chief" in the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
FIRE CHIEF. The Fire Chief of Riverside County or the Fire Chief's designee.
(i)Open Flames.
1) Section 308.1.7 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
308.1.7 Sky Lanterns or Similar Devices. A person shall not release or cause to be released a sky lantern or similar device.
(j)Fire Apparatus Access Roads.
1) A new Section 503.1.2.1 is added to Section 503.1.2 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
503.1.2.1 Remoteness. Unless otherwise approved, where two fire apparatus access roads are required, they shall be placed a distance apart equal to not less than one-half of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the property or area to be served, measured in a straight line between accesses.
2) Section 503.2.1 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
503.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 24 feet (7,315 mm), exclusive of shoulders, except for approved security gates in accordance with Section 503.6, and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13 feet 6 inches (4,115 mm). For additional requirements or alternatives see Riverside County Fire Department Standards and Policies, as may be amended from time to time.
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503.2.2 Authority. The fire code official shall be the only authority authorized to designate fire apparatus access roads and fire lanes and to modify the minimum fire lane access widths for fire or rescue operations. 4) A new Section 503.6.1 is added to Section 503.6 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
503.6.1 Automatic Opener. New motorized gates shall be provided with means to be automatically opened remotely by emergency vehicle in accordance with Riverside County Fire Department standards and Policies, as may be amended from time to time.
Exception: Gates serving individual one- and two-family dwelling parcels. 5) A new Section 503.7 is added to Section 503 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
503.7 Loading Areas and Passenger Drop-Off Areas. On private properties, where fire apparatus access roads are utilized for loading or unloading or utilized for passenger drop-off or pick-up, an additional eight (8) feet of width shall be added to the minimum required width for the fire apparatus access road.
(k)Fire Protection Water Supplies.
1) A new Section 507.5.7 is added to Section 507 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
507.5.7 Fire Hydrant Size and Outlets. As determined by the fire code official, fire hydrant sizes and outlets shall be based on the following:
1.Residential Standard – one (1) four (4) inch outlet and one (1) two and one-half (2 ½) inch outlet.
2.Super Hydrant Standard – one (1) four (4) inch outlet and two (2) two and one-half (2 ½) inch outlet.
3.Super Hydrant Enhanced – two (2) four (4) inch outlet and one (1) two and one-half (2 ½) inch outlet.
2) A new Section 507.5.8 is added to Section 507 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
507.5.8 Fire Hydrant Street Marker. Fire hydrant locations shall be visually indicated in accordance with Riverside County Fire Department Guidelines, as may be amended from time to time. Any hydrant marker damaged or removed during the course of street construction or repair shall be immediately replaced by the contractor, developer or person responsible for removal or damage.
(l)Fire Command Center.
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508.1 General. Where required by other sections of this code and in all buildings classified as high-rise buildings by the California Building Code, in buildings greater than 300,000 square feet in area and in Group I-2 occupancies having occupied floors located more than 75 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access, a fire command center for fire department operations shall be provided and comply with Sections 508.1.1 through 508.1.8.
2) Section 508.1.1 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
508.1.1 Location and Access. The fire command center shall be located adjacent to the main lobby and shall be accessible from fire department vehicular access or as approved by the fire code official. The room shall have direct access from the building exterior at the lowest level of fire department access.
3) Section 508.1.3 of the California Fire Code is amended as follows:
508.1.3 Size. The fire command center shall be not less than 0.015 percent of the total building area of the facility served or 200 square feet (19 m2) in area, whichever is greater, with a minimum dimension of 0.7 times the square root of the room area or 10 feet (3048 mm), whichever is greater.
Where a fire command center is solely required because a building is greater than 300,000 square feet (27 870 m2), the fire command center shall have a minimum size of 96 square feet (9 m2) with a minimum dimension of 8 feet (2438 mm) where approved by the fire code official. (m)Fire Protection and Utility Equipment Identification and Location. 1) A new Section 509.2.1 is added to section 509.2 of the California Fire Code is added to read as follows:
509.2.1 Minimum Clearances. A 3-foot (914 mm) clear space shall be maintained around the circumference of exterior fire protection system control valves, or any other exterior fire protection system component that may require immediate access, except as otherwise required or approved.
(n)Mechanical Refrigeration.
1) Section 608.11.1.2 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
608.11.1.2 Manual Operation. When required by the fire code official, automatic crossover valves shall be capable of manual operation. The manual valves shall be located in an approved location immediately
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(o)Automatic Sprinkler Systems.
1) Section 903.2 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
903.2 Where Required.
1. In all new buildings and structures which are 3,000 square feet or greater, an approved automatic sprinkler system shall be provided regardless of occupancy classification. Where the Sections 903.2.1 – 903.2.21 of the California Fire Code require more restrictive requirements than those listed below, the more restrictive requirement shall take precedence.
2. All existing buildings, except for one- and two-family dwellings, shall be retrofitted with automatic fire sprinklers when a structure exceeds 3,000 square feet and changes are made to the building including any of the following: change of use/occupancy, removal of an existing fire wall as defined by the California Building Code, or additions of 50% or more are made to the original building area and the resulting square footage exceeds 5,000 square feet.
3. One- and two-family dwellings shall have an automatic fire sprinkler system regardless of square footage in accordance with the California Residential Code. Fire sprinkler systems shall be installed in mobile homes, manufactured homes and multifamily manufactured homes with two dwelling units in accordance with Title 25 of the California Code of Regulations.
Exception: Unless required elsewhere in this code or the California Building Code, automatic fire sprinkler systems shall not be required for the following:
1.Spaces or areas in telecommunications buildings used exclusively for telecommunications equipment, associated electrical power distribution equipment, batteries not required to have an automatic sprinkler system by Section 1207 for energy storage systems and standby engines, provided that those spaces or areas are equipped throughout with an automatic smoke detection system in
accordance with Section 907.2 and are separated from the remainder of the building by not less than 1-hour fire barriers constructed in accordance with Section 707 of the California Building Code or not less than 2-hour horizontal assemblies constructed in accordance with Section 711 of the California Building Code, or both.
2.Detached Group U occupancies used for agricultural purposes.
3.Detached non-combustible equestrian arena shade canopies that are open on all sides and used for riding only - no commercial, assembly or storage uses.
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4.Non-combustible fueling station canopies not exceeding 10,000 square feet when separated from other buildings by a distance of not less than 50 feet.
5.Detached fabric or non-combustible shade structures that are open on all sides and used to shade playground equipment, temporary storage of vehicles and dining areas with no cooking.
6.Where determined by the Fire Chief that no major life safety hazard exists, and the fuel load does not pose a significant threat to firefighter safety or to other structures or property, automatic fire sprinklers may be exempted.
The following exceptions in the California Fire Code shall not be allowed:
a.Exceptions in Section 903.2.3.
b.Exception 2 in Section 903.2.11.3.
2) A new Section 903.3.5.3 is added to Section 903 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
903.3.5.3 Hydraulically Calculated Systems. The design of hydraulically calculated fire sprinkler systems shall not exceed 90% of the water supply capacity.
(p)COMMERCIAL HOOD AND DUCT SYSTEMS.
A new Section 904.2.2.1 is added to Section 904.2.2 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
904.2.2.1 Activation of the Fire Alarm System. Where a fire alarm signaling system, or a Dedicated Function Fire Alarm System is serving the occupancy where the extinguishing system is located, the actuation of the automatic fire-extinguishing system shall actuate the fire alarm signaling system in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 72. If a fire alarm signaling system, or a Dedicated Function Fire Alarm System is not present, one will be required to be installed to provide monitoring for the automatic fire -extinguishing system.
(q)GENERAL FIRE PROTECTION AND LIFE SAFETY FEATURES
1) A new Section 3206.4.2 is added to Section 3206.4 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
3206.4.2 Minimum Requirements for Client Leased or Occupant Owned Warehouses. Designs of an automatic sprinkler system for client leased or occupant owned buildings containing high pile storage shall be based on the requirements of NFPA 13. Unless otherwise approved, a Professional Engineer, Licensed in the State of California, shall perform a survey of the building to determine commodity classification, storage configuration, building height and other information related to the development of an appropriate sprinkler system design. The fire protection engineer shall also make reasonable efforts to meet with the
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The sprinkler design shall be based on the most demanding requirements determined through the onsite survey and discussions with the building owner or operator. The technical report shall describe the basis for determining the commodity and sprinkler design selection, how the commodities will be isolated or separated, and include references to the design document(s). If a specific fire test is used as the basis of design, a copy of the fire test report shall be provided at the time of plan review. (r)MOBILE FOOD PREPARATION VEHICLES.
1) A new Section 4107 has been added to Chapter 41 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
4107 MOBILE FOOD PREPARATION VEHICLES.
2) New Sections 4107.1 through 4107.2.3 are added to Section 4107 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
4107.1 General. Mobile food preparation vehicles that are equipped with appliances that produce smoke or grease-laden vapors shall comply with this section.
4107.2 Maintenance. Maintenance of systems on mobile food preparation vehicles shall be in accordance with Sections 4107.2.1 through 4107.2.3.
4107.2.1 Exhaust system. The exhaust system, including hood, grease-removal devices, fans, ducts and other appurtenances, shall be inspected and cleaned in accordance with Section 606.3. 4107.2.2 Fire protection systems and devices. Fire protection systems and devices shall be maintained in accordance with Section 901.6.
4107.2.3 Fuel gas systems. LP-gas containers installed on the vehicle and fuel-gas piping systems shall be inspected annually by an approved inspection agency or a company that is registered with the U.S. Department of Transportation to requalify LP-gas cylinders, to ensure that system components are free from damage, suitable for the intended service and not subject to leaking. CNG containers shall be inspected every 3 years in a qualified service facility. CNG containers shall not be used past their expiration date as listed on the manufacturer’s container label. Upon satisfactory inspection, the approved inspection agency shall affix a tag on the fuel gas system or within the vehicle indicating the name of the inspection agency and the date of satisfactory inspection.
(s)FIREWORKS DISPLAY.
1) Section 5608.1 of the California Fire Code is hereby deleted and replaced. 5608.1 Fireworks Display – General.
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Safe and Sane Fireworks shall be permitted as set forth in Title IX; General Regulations, Chapter 101 of the City of Indio Municipal Code, Safe and Sane Fireworks.
2) A new Section 5608.2 is added to Section 5608 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
5608.2 Fallout Area. For aerial shells, the minimum required radius of the fallout area shall be 100 ft/in. (22 m/25 mm) of the internal mortar diameter of the largest aerial shell to be fired, unless otherwise approved. (t)Appendix B.
1) A new Section B103.2.1 is added to Section B103.2 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
B103.2.1 Wildland-Urban Interface Area Subdivisions. The minimum fire flow for any new subdivision or tract constructed within a Wildland-Urban Interface Area shall be 1,500 gallons per minute. 2) Table B105.2 of the California Fire Code is amended 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
50% of the value in Table
B105.1(2)a
Duration in Table
B105.1(2) at the reduced
flow rate
Section 903.3.1.2 of the
California Fire Code
50% of the value in Table
B105.1(2)b
Duration in Table
B105.1(2) at the reduced
flow rate
For SI: 1 gallon per minute = 3.785 L/m.
a The reduced fire-flow shall be not less than 1,000 gallons per minute. b The reduced fire-flow shall be not less than 1,500 gallons per minute. (v)Appendix C.
1) Section C103.1 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
C103.1 Hydrant Spacing. Fire apparatus access roads and public streets providing required access to buildings in accordance with Section 503 of
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§ 93.08 FIRE APPARATUS
1) In all locations where access for fire apparatus for fire suppression or rescue purposes is unduly difficult or subject to obstruction, the Fire Chief may designate fire lanes and cause them to be posted as such. 2) No person shall obstruct such fire lanes in any manner that would deter or hinder the Fire Department from gaining immediate access and use of such designated fire lanes.
(Ord. 747.1 § 4, 2025)
§ 93.09 Nonconforming storage containers.
Should any above-ground storage system be in violation or non-compliance with this Chapter, a stop use order shall be given. The City may seek criminal or other enforcement penalties as permitted by law. Each day a system is in violation and shall be deemed a separate offense. Storage systems taken out of service for less than one (1) year shall be rendered safe by gas-freeing as approved by the Fire Marshal. Storage systems that are to be abandoned, by being taken out of service for more than a year, shall be rendered safe by gas-freeing and removed. (Ord. 747.1 § 4, 2025)
§ 93.10 Outdoor fires prohibited.
A.It is unlawful to burn any material, structure, matter, or thing in an outdoor fire or incinerator or by similar means unless within an approved and controlled area by the City Building and Safety Division, the Fire Marshal, and the Planning Division (for example, fireplaces, barbeques and fire pits). No other types of outdoor open fires are permitted unless approved as part of a project's Conditional Use Permit. Any person violating this Section shall be subject to the penalties described in Chapter 93.99.
B.Any outdoor fire appliance is required to have a listing for product safety from a certified testing company, such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL) for the following, but not limited to, appliances: barbeque, fireplace or fire pit. The applicant can submit a field test report as to the safety of the subject appliance to the City to prove the appliance meets safety rating qualifications. (Ord. 747.1 § 4, 2025)
§ 93.11 Restrictions of flammable/combustible liquids or gases.
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They must obtain a valid storage permit from the City.
This Section does not apply to emergency back-up generators utilizing fuel tank systems of five hundred (500) gallons or less located within any Public Owned/Controlled Lands (PF and PP) or Resort Commercial (CR) land use zones.
Flammable/combustible liquids or gases may be stored in aboveground tanks at governmental facilities, emergency power plants and any golf course maintenance area located within a Commercial Resort (CR), Public Owned/Controlled Lands (PF and PP), Public/Private Golf Course (PPGC), Country Club Open Space (COS), and Public Owned Open Space (POS) land use zone or any agricultural operations.
All storage tanks shall be screened so as to preclude viewing of the same from adjacent residences, public rights-of-way and golf courses (public or private).
At no time shall aboveground storage tanks be installed in Residential Very Low Density (RVLD), Residential Low Density (RLD), Residential Medium Density (RMD), Residential Medium High Density (RMHD), Office Professional (OP), Commercial General (CG), Watercourse (WC) and Natural Preserve (NPR) Zones.
All aboveground tanks shall meet the requirements of the current adopted editions of the California Fire Code and the California Building Standards Codes. (Ord. 747.1 § 4, 2025)
§ 93.99 PENALTIES
(A)(1) It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, corporation or association of persons to violate any provision of this Chapter, or to violate the provisions of any permit granted pursuant to this ordinance. Any person, firm, corporation or association of persons violating any provision of this Chapter or the provisions of any permit granted pursuant to this ordinance, shall be deemed guilty of an infraction or misdemeanor as herein after specified. Such a person or entity shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation of any of the provisions of this Chapter or the provisions of any permit granted pursuant to this Chapter , is committed, continued, or permitted. In addition, any violation of any of the code adopted herein is a nuisance that may be abated as such pursuant to the provisions of this Municipal Code. (2) Any person, firm, corporation or association of persons so convicted shall be: (1) guilty of an infraction offense and punished by a fine not exceeding two hundred dollars ($200.00) for a first violation; (2) guilty of an infraction offense and punishable by a fine now exceeding three hundred dollars ($300.00) for a second violation on the same site. The third and any additional violations on the same site shall constitute a misdemeanor offense and shall be punishable by a fine not exceeding one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) or six months in jail, or both.
Notwithstanding the above, a first offense may be charged and prosecuted as a
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(B) The application of the above penalty shall not be held to prevent the enforced removal of prohibited conditions.
INDIO MUNICIPAL CODE
CHAPTER 93 A CALIFORNIA WILDLAND-
URBAN INTERFACE CODE
§ 93 A.00 Adoption by reference.
Except as stated in this Section or as amended below in § 94 of this Ordinance, all of the provisions and appendices of the 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, inclusive of all of the inclusions and exclusions set for in each chapter's matrix, are hereby adopted and shall apply to the city of Indio. In addition, the following provisions that are excluded in the 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code – Chapter 1, Division II of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is hereby adopted, except that Sections 103.2 and 112.3 are not adopted, and sections A101 through A102.2, A102.4, A104, A105.1, A105.4 through A105.4.2, A106 through A106.2 and A107 through A107.5 are adopted. (Ord. 747.1 § 4, 2025)
§ 93 A.01 Amendments and Additions.
AMENDMENTS TO THE CALIFORNIA WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE:
A. APPLICABILITY,
1) A new Section 102.4.1.1 is added to Section 102.4.1 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
102.4.1.1 Application of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code. Where a conflict exists between the provisions of the Riverside County Fire Code and the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, the more restrictive provisions shall apply.
B. DUTIES AND POWERS OF THE CODE OFFICIAL.
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104.1.1 Authority of the Fire Chief, Chief Deputy, and Fire Department.
1. The Fire Chief, Chief Deputy, or their designee is authorized and directed to enforce all applicable State fire laws and provisions of this ordinance and to perform such duties as directed by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors.
2. The Fire Chief, Chief Deputy, or their designee is authorized to administer, interpret and enforce this ordinance. Under the Fire Chief, Chief Deputy, or their designee’s direction, the Riverside County Fire Department is authorized to enforce ordinances of Riverside County pertaining to the following:
2.1. The prevention of fires.
2.2. The suppression or extinguishment of dangerous or hazardous fires.
2.3. The storage, use and handling of hazardous materials.
2.4. The installation and maintenance of automatic, manual and other private fire alarm systems and fire extinguishing equipment.
2.5. The maintenance and regulation of fire escapes.
2.6. The maintenance of fire protection and the elimination of fire hazards on land, in buildings, structures and other property, including those under construction.
2.7. The maintenance of means of egress.
2.8. The investigation of the cause, origin and circumstances of fire and unauthorized releases of hazardous materials.
3. The following persons are hereby authorized to interpret and enforce the provisions of this ordinance and to make arrests and issue citations authorized by law:
3.1. The Unit Chief, Peace Officers and Public Officers of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.
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3.2. The Fire Chief, Peace Officers and Public Officers of the Riverside County Fire Department.
3.3. The Riverside County Sheriff and any deputy sheriff.
3.4. The Police Chief and any police officer of any city served by the Riverside County Fire Department.
3.5. Officers of the California Highway Patrol.
3.6. Any city official listed in the City of Indio Municipal Code
12.02.03. 3.7. Peace Officers of the California Department of Parks and Recreation.
3.8. The law enforcement officer of the Federal Bureau of Land Management.
2) Section 104.2 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is deleted and replaced with the following:
104.2 Determination of compliance. The fire code official shall have the authority to determine compliance with this code, to render interpretations of this code and to develop policies, procedures, guidelines, standards, and information bulletins in order to clarify the application of its provisions. Such interpretations, policies, procedures:
1. Shall be in compliance with the intent and purpose of this code.
2. Shall not have the effect of waiving requirements specifically provided for in this code.
3. Shall be enforceable as part of this code.
3) Sections 104.8 and 104.8.1 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code are deleted in their entirety and replaced with the following:
104.8 Liability. Any liability against Riverside County or any officer or employee for damages resulting from the discharge of their duties shall be as provided by law.
C. PERMITS.
1) Section 105.2 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is deleted in it’s entirety and replaced with the following:
Resolution No. 10524 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1824, adopting by... Page 174 of 235 105.2 Permits Required. Unless otherwise exempted, buildings or structures regulated by this code shall not be erected, constructed, altered, repaired, moved, removed, converted, demolished or changed in use or occupancy unless a separate permit for each building or structure has first been obtained from the code official.
For buildings or structures erected for temporary uses, see Section A108.3.
Where required by the code official, a permit shall be obtained for the following activities, operations, practices or functions within a wildland- urban interface area:
1. Automobile wrecking yard.
2. Candles and open flames in assembly areas.
3. Explosives or blasting agents.
4. Fireworks.
5. Flammable or combustible liquids.
6. Hazardous materials.
7. Liquefied petroleum gases.
8. Landscape and fuel modification zones.
9. Lumberyards.
10.Motor vehicle fuel-dispensing stations.
11.Open burning.
12.Pallet Yards.
13.Pyrotechnical special effects material.
14.Tents, canopies and temporary membrane structures.
15.Tire storage.
16.Welding and cutting operations.
D. FEES.
1) Section 108.2 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
108.2 Schedule of permit fees. Fees for services and permits shall be as set forth by fee resolution of the City Council.
Resolution No. 10524 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1824, adopting by... Page 175 of 235 2) A new Section 108.7 is added to Section 108 of the California Wildland- Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
108.7 Cost recovery. Pursuant to California Health and Safety Code sections 11374.5(b)(1 ), 13009 et seq., 25259.4, 25515(a), 25540(a), 25541 (a), California Government Code sections 53150 et seq, and all other provisions of law, all costs incurred by the Riverside County Fire Department for the inspection and enforcement of any provision of these Codes, the investigation of any fire, explosion or other hazardous condition, the suppression of fire, the response to a traffic collision or accident, the containment and/or mitigation of a hazardous materials release, and any rescue or rendering of medical or physical aid or assistance, may be charged to any responsible party, any person who violates these Codes or any person who, due to a negligent or unlawful act or omission, is responsible for or requires or causes the emergency response of Riverside County Fire Department. Any expense incurred by the Riverside County Fire Department for such an emergency response shall constitute a debt of such a person and shall be collectible by the County in the same manner as in the case of an obligation under contract, express or implied. These provisions shall be applied uniformly against all such persons in violation of a Penal Code, Vehicle Code, Health and Safety Code or other state law statutory violation; only a city official shall have authority to reduce or cancel the debt obligation arising from the incident.
E. INSPECTION AND ENFORCEMENT
1) Section 109.3.7 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
109.3.7 Violation and penalties. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, corporation or association of persons to violate any provision of this ordinance, or to violate the provisions of any permit granted pursuant to this code. Punishments and penalties for violations shall be in accordance with Ordinance No. 94, Health and Safety Code Sections 17995 through 17995.5 and Government Code Section 51185.
F. DEFINITIONS.
Resolution No. 10524 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1824, adopting by... Page 176 of 235 1) Section 202, definition of "Fire Chief” in the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
FIRE CHIEF. The Fire Chief of Riverside County or the Fire Chief’s designee.
G. WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE AREA DESIGNATIONS.
1) Section 302.1.1 is added to Section 302.1 of the California Wildland- Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
302.1.1 Designation of Fire Hazard Severity Zones. The Indio City Council has adopted the recommendations of the State Fire Marshal made pursuant to Government Code section 51178 and designated those areas within the County as moderate, high, and very high fire hazard severity zones as shown on the Local Responsibility Area Fire Hazard Severity Zones Maps published by the Office of the State Fire Marshal.
H. SPECIAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTION REGULATIONS.
1) Section 501.1 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface shall be amended as follows:
501.1 Scope. Buildings and structures in a wildland-urban interface area shall be constructed in accordance with the California Building Code and this code. For the purpose of this Chapter, a wildland-urban interface area shall be defined as a geographical area identified by the state as a “Fire Hazard Severity Zone” in accordance with the Public Resources Code Sections 4201 through 4204 and Government Code Sections 51175 through 51189, and other areas designated by the enforcing agency to be at a significant risk from wildfires, and shall include those areas designated as moderate, high, and very high fire hazard severity zones based on recommendations from the State Fire Marshal pursuant to Government Code Section 51178.
Exceptions:
1. Group U accessory structures not exceeding 120 square feet (11 m 2) in floor area where located not less than 50 feet (15 240 mm) from applicable buildings.
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2. Group U agricultural buildings not less than 50 feet (15 240 mm) from applicable buildings.
I. FIRE PROTECTION PLANS.
1) Section 602.1 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is amended as follows:
602.1 General. A fire protection plan shall be submitted to the Fire Code Official for any proposed subdivision of land or building project. The fire protection plan shall be prepared to determine the acceptability of fire protection and life safety measures designed to mitigate wildfire hazards presented for the property under consideration.
The fire protection plan shall be prepared by a registered design professional, qualified landscape architect, qualified fire safety specialist or similar specialist acceptable to the code official and shall analyze the wildfire risk of the building, project, premises or region to recommend necessary changes.
Submittal of a preliminary fire protection plan shall be required prior to the submission of a final fire protection plan.
Exception: A single-family dwelling (Group R-3 Occupancy) when located on an existing legal parcel.
2) Section 602.3.2 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is amended as follows:
602.3.2 Final Fire Protection Plan. Final fire protection plan shall include items listed in Section 602.3.1 and the following:
1. A map identifying all proposed plants in the fuel modification zones with a legend that includes a symbol for each proposed plant species.
The plan shall include specific information on each species proposed, including but not limited to:
1.1. The plant life-form.
1.2. The scientific and common name; and
1.3. The expected height and width for mature growth.
2. Identification of irrigated and non-irrigated zones.
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3. Requirements for vegetation reduction around emergency access and evacuation routes.
4. Identification of existing vegetation proposed to remain.
5. Identification of points of access for equipment and personnel to maintain vegetation in common areas.
6. Methods and timetables for controlling, changing, or modifying areas on the property.
7. Legally binding statements regarding community responsibility for maintenance of fuel modification zones.
8. Legally binding statements to be included in covenants, conditions and restrictions regarding property owner responsibilities for vegetation maintenance.
J. VEGETATION PLAN.
1) Section 603.1 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is amended as follows:
603.1 General. Planting of vegetation for new and replacement landscaping shall be selected to reduce vegetation in proximity to a structure and to maintain vegetation as it matures.
2) Section 603.3 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is amended as follows:
603.3 Landscape and Fuel Modification plans. Landscape and Fuel Modification plans shall be submitted for any project located in a WUI area. The landscape and Fuel Modification plan shall include development and maintenance requirements for the vegetation management zone adjacent to structures and roadways, and to provide significant fire hazard reduction benefits for public and firefighting safety. 3) Section 603.3.1 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is amended as follows:
603.3.1 Contents. Landscape plans shall contain the following:
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1. Delineation of the 5-foot (1524 mm) (Zone 0), 30-foot (9144 mm) (Zone 1) and 100-foot (30 480 mm) (Zone 2) fuel management zones from all structures.
2. Identification of existing vegetation to remain and proposed new vegetation.
3. Identification of irrigated areas.
4. A plant legend with both botanical and common names, and identification of all plant material symbols.
5. Identification of ground coverings within the 30-foot (9144 mm) zone.
K. MAINTENANCE OF DEFENSIBLE SPACE.
1) Section 604.1 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is amended as follows:
604.1 General. Vegetation and fuels shall be managed to reduce the severity of potential exterior wildfire exposure to buildings and to reduce the risk of fire spreading to buildings as required by applicable laws and regulations.
2) Section 604.3 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is amended as follows:
604.3 Requirements. Vegetation and fuels around all buildings and structures shall be maintained in accordance with the following laws and regulations:
1. Public Resources Code, Section 4291.
2. California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 1.5, Chapter 7, Subchapter 3, Article 3, Section 1299.03.
3. California Government Code, Section 51182.
4. California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, Chapter 1, Subchapter 1, Article 3, Section 3.07.
5. The requirements of Section 7, Appendix A of this ordinance and Riverside County Fire Department Guidelines.
Resolution No. 10524 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1824, adopting by... Page 180 of 235 3) Section 604.3.1 is added to Section 604.3 of the California Wildland- Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.3.1 Retroactivity. When required by the Fire Code Official, or State Law, existing Defensible Space/Fuel Modification Zones (FMZ) shall require retrofitting, including thinning and/or removal of plants, trees, and vegetation, to meet this Code or State Law. Upon notification by the Fire Code Official, and when approved, work to bring an existing Defensible Space and FMZ into compliance with this Code, may be done over a two to four (2-4) year period as determined by the Fire Code Official. A compliance plan prepared by the property owner may be requested for review and approval by the Fire Code Official.
4) Section 604.6 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.6 Clearance of brush, vegetative growth, and combustible material from improved parcels. All improved parcels declared a Public Nuisance shall be cleared entirely of combustible material. If the Fire Code Official determines this impractical, the provisions of Section 604.7 may be used.
5) Section 604.7 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.7 Clearance of fuels or vegetative growth from structures.
Clearance of fuels and vegetative growth from structures shall be per sections 604.7.1 through 604.7.4 of this code.
6) Section 604.7.1 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.7.1 Structures. Any person owning, leasing, controlling, operating, or maintaining any Building or structure in, upon, or adjoining any FHSZ, governed by this section, and any person owning, leasing, or controlling any land adjacent to such Buildings, shall at all times maintain around and adjacent to such Building, an effective firebreak made by removing and clearing away, all combustible material on their property for a distance not less than 100 feet from all portions of the Building.
Resolution No. 10524 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1824, adopting by... Page 181 of 235 Distances may be increased by the Fire Code Official due to a site-specific analysis based on local conditions and when required, based on a Fire Protection Plan. This section shall not apply to single specimens or stands of protected species of trees, Ornamental Landscape or similar plants used in landscaping and ground covers, that are well-pruned, maintained, and spaced, and do not form a means of rapidly transmitting fire from other nearby vegetation to a structure or from a structure to other nearby vegetation or to interrupt the advance of embers toward a structure. 7) Section 604.7.2 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.7.2 Timing for New Buildings and additions to Existing Buildings. The provisions of Section 604.7 shall be completed prior to vertical construction of any New Building or addition to an Existing Building.
8) Section 604.7.3 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.7.3 Photovoltaic Systems. The clearance requirements around freestanding photovoltaic systems and equipment shall comply with the following:
1. A minimum 10-foot clearance for clusters of panels not exceeding 1,500 square feet of combined panel area.
2. A minimum of 30-foot clearance for clusters of panels greater than 1,500 square feet of combined panel area.
3. Clusters shall be separated by a minimum of 20 feet.
4. Panels and clusters shall be not located within 30 feet of any Building subject to clearance requirements of Section 604 unless the clearance requirements of Section 604 are provided as measured from the perimeter of the panel or cluster.
9) Section 604.8 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
Resolution No. 10524 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1824, adopting by... Page 182 of 235 604.8 Defensible Space clearance zones and requirements. The required 100-foot Defensible Space clearance is identified in three (3) distinct zones: Zone 0, 1, and 2.
10) Section 604.8.1 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.8.1 Requirements. Defensible Space shall be in accordance with the requirements of Appendix A of this code, Riverside County Fire Department Guidelines and the specific requirements for each zone listed in Sections 604.8.2 through 604.8.5.
11) Section 604.8.2 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.8.2 Zone 0 purpose and location. Zone 0 reduces the likelihood of structure ignition by reducing the potential for direct ignition of the structure from flame contact, by embers that accumulate at the base of a wall, and/or indirect ignitions when embers ignite vegetation, vegetative debris, or other combustible materials located close to the structure that result in either a radiant heat and/or a direct flame contact exposure to the structure.
Zone 0 is the horizontal area within the first five (5) feet around the structure, including stairs, balconies, attached or adjacent decks, and outbuildings. Zone 0 is measured from the edge of a structure, attached or adjacent decks, patio covers, balconies, and floor projections above- grade. Zone 0 also includes the area on the roof of a building, and underneath and on top of attached decks, patio covers, balconies, and stair landings.
Advisory Notice: Riverside County Fire Department has local Zone 0 requirements currently in effect for new Buildings and additions to existing Buildings. New State regulations for Zone 0 are currently under development by the State Board of Forestry and Fire Protection. Any State regulation more restrictive than this ordinance shall apply. This may require thinning and/or removal of plants, trees, and vegetation to meet State Law and regulations.
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604.8.2.1 Non-Combustible Zone 0 for New Buildings, additions to Existing Buildings, and new or replacement landscape. Fuels, including Combustible Materials and vegetation, are prohibited in Zone 0 for all New Buildings, additions to Existing Buildings, installation of new landscape, and refurbishment of existing landscape areas.
The application date of Section 604.8.2.1 shall be the later application date when any of the following occur:
1. Fire Department Clearance for a New Building or addition to an Existing Building.
2. Building permit for a New Building or addition to an Existing Building.
3. Landscape plans submitted for Riverside County Fire Department review.
4. Replacement of landscape when landscape plans are not required. 13) Section 604.8.2.2 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.8.2.2 Additional requirements in Zone 0.
1. New and existing tree canopies are prohibited within 10 feet of New Buildings, including the addition portion to Existing Buildings.
Exception: Existing protected oak trees shall be trimmed to provide a minimum 5-foot clearance above the roof and 5 feet to the side of any New Building, or the addition portion to an Existing Building.
2. Landscaped roofs are prohibited.
3. Vegetation underneath decks is prohibited.
4. Other Combustible Materials underneath any deck, not part of the deck structure itself, shall be removed.
5. Artificial or synthetic grass is prohibited within Zone 0.
6. Vines and climbing plants are not allowed on structures, including decks, patio/shade structures, and any fences within 5 feet of a Building.
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7. Combustible mulch and wood chips are prohibited.
8. Firewood is prohibited.
9. All fencing and gates shall be non-combustible. See Section 604.11. 14) Section 604.8.2.3 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.8.2.3 Zone 0 requirements for Existing Buildings.
15) Section 604.8.2.3.1 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.8.2.3.1 Zone 0 restrictions. The following requirements apply within Zone 0 for all Existing Buildings with landscape installed prior to January 1, 2026:
1. No combustible landscape mulch or wood chips.
2. No firewood.
3. No vegetation underneath decks.
4. Other Combustible Materials underneath any deck, not part of the deck structure itself, shall be removed.
5. Roofs and gutters on Buildings shall be maintained free of any leaves, needles, or other vegetative Combustible Materials.
6. The vertical clearance distance for trees and vegetation above any roof shall be not less than 3 feet.
7. A minimum 3-foot clearance of trees and vegetation shall be provided to the side and above any eave or roof projection from the exterior wall of a Building. A minimum 3-foot clearance of trees and vegetation shall be provided below any eave or roof projection. This requirement also applies to any patio cover or other Building projections.
8. New trees are not allowed.
9. New or replacement landscaping shall comply with Sections 604.8.1, 604.8.2.1, and 604.8.2.2.
16) Section 604.8.3 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
Resolution No. 10524 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1824, adopting by... Page 185 of 235 604.8.3 Zone 1 purpose and location. Zone 1 reduces the likelihood of fire burning directly to the structure. This is accomplished by modifying Fuels and creating a discontinuity between planting groups that limits the pathways for fire to burn to the structure and reduces the potential for near-to-building ember generation and radiant heat exposures. An additional purpose of this zone is to provide a defendable area for fire personnel to stage and take direct action.
Zone 1 is the area within 5-30 feet of structures and decks, with slopes not greater than 20 percent; 5-50 feet from Buildings and decks, when slopes are greater than 20 percent.
17) Section 604.8.3.1 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.8.3.1 Requirements and allowable items. This is a minimal planting zone which includes very limited trees of a fire-smart type with additional spacing provided. Plants and other vegetation shall be in accordance with Appendix A of this code and Riverside County Fire Department Guidelines.
18) Section 604.8.4 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.8.4 Zone 2 purpose and location. Zone 2 is designed to reduce the potential behavior of an oncoming fire in such a way as to drop an approaching fire from the crown of trees to the ground, reducing the flame heights, and the potential for ember generation and radiant heat exposure to structures. Additional benefits of the Zone 2 include facilitating direct defense actions and improving the function of Zones 0 and 1.
Zone 2 is the area from the outer edge of Zone 1 to 100 feet from structures and decks.
19) Section 604.8.4.1 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
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20) Section 604.8.4.2 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.8.4.2 Spacing. Spacing of vegetation and trees at the outer edge of Zone 2 shall be based upon the height of the vegetation within Zone 2 or the adjacent area beyond the 100-foot zone, whichever provides for the greater spacing. This may require clearance outside the 100-foot zone or setting back vegetation and trees within Zone 2 away from the 100-foot line.
21) Section 604.8.5 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.8.5 General requirements for Zone 0, 1, and 2.
22) Section 604.8.5.1 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.8.5.1 Dead and dying vegetation. All dead or dying grass, plants, shrubs, trees, branches, leaves, weeds, and tree needles shall be removed.
23) Section 604.8.5.2 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.8.5.2 Mulch and wood chips within Zones 1 and 2. Use of combustible Mulch and wood chips shall be in accordance with the requirements Riverside County Fire Department Guidelines. 24) Section 604.8.5.3 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.8.5.3 Firewood. See Section 607.
25) Section 604.8.5.4 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
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26) Section 604.8.5.5 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.8.5.5 Trees. New trees shall be planted and maintained so that the tree’s drip line at maturity is a minimum of 10 feet from any combustible structure.
27) Section 604.8.5.5.1 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.8.5.5.1 Tree spacing. The horizontal distance between crowns of new trees and crowns of adjacent trees shall not be less than 20 feet in Zone 1 and not less than 10 feet in Zone 2. Separation distance may be increased for slopes exceeding 20 percent. Required spacing is measured between trees at maturity.
28) Section 604.8.5.5.2 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
29) 604.8.5.5.2 Ground clearance of trees. Trees exceeding 6 feet in height shall be limbed up from the ground 6 feet or 1/3 the height of the tree, whichever is less.
Exception: Fruit trees when approved by the Fire Code Official. 30) Section 604.8.5.5.3 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.8.5.5.3 Ground cover under tree canopy. When approved ground cover and shrubs are located underneath trees, the vertical clearance to the lowest branch of the tree canopy shall not be less than three times the height of the ground cover or shrub under or adjacent to the tree. The horizontal clearance shall be 3 feet from the trunk of the tree. 31) Section 604.8.5.6 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.8.5.6 Continuous tree canopies.
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604.8.5.6.1 New Structures. Continuous tree canopies are not allowed.
Tree spacing shall be in accordance with Riverside County Fire Department…
33) Section 604.8.5.6.2 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.8.5.6.2 Existing Structures. Continuous tree canopies may be allowed as determined by the Fire Code Official but will require the complete removal of any understory and smaller trees to meet requirements for a shaded fuel zone. Any remaining trees shall be limbed up a minimum of 12 feet from the ground or 1/3 the tree height, whichever is less. The intent is to not allow a crown (canopy) fire to spread unchecked to a structure and to bring any crown fire down to the ground level prior to Zone 1.
34) Section 604.8.5.7 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.8.5.7 Grasses. Natural or annual grasses shall be mowed to a maximum height of 4-inch stubble with clippings removed. 35) Section 604.9 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.9 Fire protection equipment and utilities. The clearance requirements of Sections 604.7 and 604.8 shall apply to communication site towers and their support Buildings; required fire protection water supplies, including water tanks, water supply pumps, and pump houses; and any other utility Structure as required by the Fire Code Official. The Fire Code Official may consider a reduced distance, not less than 30 feet, for communication site towers, water tanks, and Structures with no interior space, based upon a site risk assessment. Also see Appendix A. 36) Section 604.10 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
Resolution No. 10524 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1824, adopting by... Page 189 of 235 604.10 Planting vegetation under or adjacent to energized electrical lines. No vegetation shall be planted under or adjacent to energized power lines that, at maturity, will grow within 10 feet of the energized conductors.
37) Section 604.11 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.11 Fencing.
38) Section 604.11.1 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.11.1 Scope. This section only applies to fences, including gates within the fencing, within 5 feet of Building(s), including Decks, (Zone 0) that are in an applicable Fire Hazard Severity Zone req by Chapter 6 of this code.
39) Section 604.11.2 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.11.2 New fencing. New fencing and gates shall be constructed of a non-combustible material.
40) Section 604.11.3 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
604.11.3 Existing fencing. Fencing installed prior to January 1, 2026, may remain.
Exception: The entire fencing not parallel and within 5 feet of the Building, including gates within the fencing, shall be constructed of a non- combustible material when any portion of the existing fencing within 5 feet is being replaced. Fencing beyond 5 feet from the Building is not required to be replaced with non-combustible material.
L. STORAGE OF FIREWOOD AND COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS.
1) Section 607.1 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is amended to read as follows:
607.1 General. Firewood and combustible materials shall not be stored in unenclosed spaces beneath Buildings or Structures, or on Decks or
Resolution No. 10524 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1824, adopting by... Page 190 of 235 under eaves, canopies, or other projections or overhangs. Firewood piles shall be located 30 feet (9144 mm) or more from structures unless completely covered by a fire-resistant material. Exposed wood piles located within the defensible space shall have a minimum clearance of 10 feet (3048 mm) down to bare mineral soil in all directions. Firewood shall not be stored within Zone 0.
2) Section 607.1.1 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is amended to read as follows:
607.1.1 Combustible Materials. Combustible Materials, other than vegetation, stored within Zones 1 and 2 shall not be stored so as to pose a hazard to any Building. Piles shall not exceed 100 square feet of area and a maximum height of 10 feet. Piles shall be separated by a minimum of 20-foot clear area.
3) Section 607.2 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is amended to read as follows:
607.2 Storage for off-site use. Firewood and Combustible Materials not for consumption on the premises shall not be stored within Zones 0, 1, and 2. See Appendix A for storage requirements.
M. BUILDING SITING AND SETBACKS
1) Section 608.1.1 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
608.1.1 Restricted development setbacks. New Structures and additions to existing Structures shall not be constructed less than 100 feet from any protected habitat, whether on the same or adjacent Parcels, where the 100-foot Defensible Space required under Section 604.7 cannot be provided, unless an alternate method of construction and protection is provided that can ensure the safety of the Structure and emergency
responders as approved by the Fire Code Official. Protected habitat includes lands restricted from brush clearance or modification due to Federal or State listed endangered species.
Protected habitat does not include sensitive habitat areas.
Resolution No. 10524 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1824, adopting by... Page 191 of 235 2) Section 608.2 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is amended to read as follows:
608.2 General. All parcels shall provide a minimum 30-foot (9144 mm) setback for all buildings from property lines and the center of a road, except as provided for in Section 608.2.1. [CCR T14 §1276.00(a)] This section applies to new Tract and Parcel maps, new Buildings, and additions to Existing Buildings.
3. Section 608.2.1 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is amended to read as follows:
608.2.1 Setback reduction. A reduction in the minimum
setback shall be based upon practical reasons, which may include but are not limited to, parcel dimensions or size; topographic limitations; Development density requirements or other Development patterns that promote low-carbon emission outcomes; sensitive habitat or other site constraints, and shall provide for an alternative method to reduce structure-to- structure ignition by incorporating a combination of features such as, but not limited to:
1. Non-combustible block walls or fences; or
2. Non-combustible material extending 5 feet (1524 mm)
horizontally from the furthest extent of the building; or
3. Hardscape landscaping; or
4. A reduction of exposed windows on the side of the
structure with setback less than 30 feet (9144 mm).
[CCR T14 §1276.01]
N. RIDGELINES, FUEL BREAKS, AND GREENBELTS.
1. Section 609.2.7.1 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
609.2.7.1 Greenbelts. Subdivisions and other developments, which propose Greenbelts as a part of the development plan, shall locate the Greenbelts strategically, as a separation
Resolution No. 10524 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1824, adopting by... Page 192 of 235 between wildland fuels and Structures. The locations shall be approved by the inspection authority.
2. Section 609.2.7.2 is added to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to read as follows:
609.2.7.2 Access to Greenbelts. A minimum of one (1)
access point shall be provided to new Greenbelts at an approved location to allow for on-going maintenance and firefighter access. Additional access points shall be provided when required by the Fire Code Official.
O. APPENDIX A
1)Section A102.1 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is amended to read as follows:
A102.1 General. Vegetation control shall comply with Sections A102.2 through A102.4 and with Chapter 6.
2)Section A105.1 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is amended to read as follows:
A105.1 General. In addition to the requirements of the
California Fire Code, Ordinance 787 and Chapter 6, storage and use of the materials shall be in accordance with Sections A105.2 through A105.4.2.
3)Section A105.4 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is amended to read as follows:
A105.4 Combustible Materials. Outside storage of
Combustible Materials such as, but not limited to, wood, rubber tires, building materials, or paper products shall comply with the other applicable sections of this Ordinance and this section.
Storage of pallets shall be in accordance with Section 5, Section 2810. Storage and processing of wood chips, hogged materials, fines, Compost, Compostable Material, Mulch, solid biomass, raw product, and combustible yard waste and recycle material shall be in accordance with Section 5, Section 2808.
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Resolution No. 10524 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1824, adopting by... Page 194 of 235 Section 4.Effective Date. This ordinance shall go into effect on January 1, 2026.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 19th day of November 2025.
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GLENN MILLER, MAYOR
ATTEST:
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SABDI SANCHEZ, MMC
DIR. OF CITY CLERK SVCS.
Resolution No. 10524 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1824, adopting by... Page 195 of 235 City of Indio
City Council
November 5, 2025
STAFF REPORT
To: City Council
From: Bryan H. Montgomery, City Manager
Prepared by: Brian Halvorson, Dir. Of Community Development Subject: Resolution No. 10525 and Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by reference the 2025 edition of the California Building Standards
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 10525 and introduce for first reading by title only Ordinance 1825 adopting by reference the 2025 edition of the California Building Standards and direct the City Clerk to place the ordinance on the consent calendar for the next regular meeting for adoption.
SUMMARY:
The State of California Health and Safety Code mandates local governments to adopt the most recent editions of the model codes related to construction.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The State’s Health and Safety Code (Section 17958) mandates that the California Building Standards Commission adopt and publish the California Building Standards Code (Title 24 California Code of Regulations) every three (3) years. The 2025 Edition of the California Code of Regulations Title 24, which incorporates the below-listed model codes, automatically becomes effective statewide on January 1, 2026.
Any city, however, may amend the building standards if the amendment is necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions. If the City fails to adopt those local amendments by January 1, 2026, the codes published by the State will become law automatically and the City will lose its ability to enforce its local amendments. The proposed ordinance amends Title XV (Land Usage) of Chapter 151 of the Indio Municipal Code and repeals the prior editions of the Building Standards Code and adopts by reference, with amendments, the following construction codes:
2025 California Building Code
2025 California Administrative Code
2025 California Existing Building Code
2025 California Plumbing Code
2025 California Mechanical Code
2025 California Electrical Code
2025 California Residential Code
2025 California Energy Code
2024 International Property Maintenance Code
2025 California Historical Building Code
AGENDA ITEM #12.2
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fire and building the provide is amendments to codes these adopting of benefit The and inspectors/official with further clarification of the intent and the applicability of the California Building Code when presented with a variety of construction issues. The Fire Department will be seeking separate recommend and changes that Staff Code. California 2025 the of adoption Fire modifications be made to the 2025 Edition of the California Building Code and the 2025 Edition of the California Residential Code, which are reasonably necessary due to local conditions in the City of Indio. In addition, there are other modifications that are administrative or procedural in nature and concern themselves with subjects that are not covered by the Codes or are reasonably necessary to safeguard life and property within the City of Indio.
Amendments related to life-safety contained in the 2025 Edition of the California Building Code and the 2025 Residential Code as recommended by the Community Development Department are hereby found to be reasonably necessary due to the following local conditions:
A1. Riverside County and the City of Indio are located in Seismic Zone four (4). There are earthquake faults that run throughout Riverside County. The San Andreas Fault Zone is a known active fault and runs directly adjacent to the cities northern border. Many large quakes have occurred on this fault including the 2004 Parkfield magnitude 6.0, the 1989 Loma Prieta magnitude
7.1, the 1907 San Francisco magnitude 7.8 quakes, and the most recent 2010 Mexicali magnitude
7.2 which occurred just south of the San Andreas Fault. A recent University of California Study, by Yuri Fialko, predicts that the San Andreas Fault, specifically the Southern segment, is overdue for a large quake of magnitude 7.0 or larger. This study further specifically predicts substantial damage to Palm the State California 1988 a and areas. surrounding Department Springs Further, of Conservation Planning Scenario states on page 59, “unfortunately, barely meeting the minimum earthquake standards of building codes places a building on the verge of being legally unsafe.” In addition, both the Division of the State Architect and Office of Statewide Health Planning have deemed seismic conditions so paramount as to increase minimum base shear requirements in state buildings.
A2. Traffic and circulation congestion presently existing in the City of Indio often places fire department search and rescue response time to building collapse and fire occurrences at risk. This condition will be exacerbated by any major disaster, including any earthquake, wherein damage to the highway system will occur. This condition makes the need for additional seismic resistance of buildings necessary in order to insure adequate protection for the occupants.
Proposed amendments to the 2025 Editions of the California Building Code and the California Residential Code are found reasonably necessary based on geological and geographical conditions cited in Resolution 10525 and are listed as follows:
California Building Code Section Findings Section 101.2 Administrative Section 101.4.4 Administrative Section 105.2 Administrative Section 107.3.1 Administrative Section 108.1 Administrative Section 109.4 Administrative Section 109.5 Administrative Section 111.3 Administrative
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California Residential Code Section Findings Section R301.1.3.2 A-1 & A-2 Section R303.11 A-1 & A-2 Section R401.1 A-1 & A-2 Section R404.2 A-1 & A-2 Section 602.3 A-1 & A-2
The full text of all proposed amendments is shown in Ordinance 1825.
Environmental Review
The adoption of California Building Codes and the proposed local amendments are exempt from environmental review through CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3) and/or section 15308 (actions to protect the environment).
ALTERNATIVES:
Take no action. This would result in the automatic adoption of the California Building Code without the City's local amendments required by the City's local conditions.
ATTACHMENTS:
Resolution No 10528 Local Amendments
Ordinance No 1825 Building Codes Update
APPROVAL(S):
Brian Halvorson, Dir. Of Community Development Approved - 27 Oct 2025 Steven Graham Pacifico, City Attorney Approved - 30 Oct 2025 Ruby D. Walla, Director of Finance Approved - 30 Oct 2025 Bryan H. Montgomery, City Manager Approved - 30 Oct 2025
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 198 of 235
RESOLUTION NO. 10525
RESOLUTION OF COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF INDIO MAKING EXPRESS
FINDINGS AND DETERMINATIONS THAT MODIFICATIONS TO THE
CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE ARE REASONABLY NECESSARY BECAUSE
OF LOCAL GEOGRAPHIC CONDITIONS WITHIN THE CITY OF INDIO THAT
MAKE CERTAIN MODIFICATIONS AND CHANGES REASONABLY
NECESSARY FOR HOUSING OCCUPANCIES
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF INDIO
HEREBY RESOLVES, FINDS AND DETERMINES AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1.Recitals
A. Certain building standards and other related model codes are adopted by the State of California in the California Building Standards Code and become applicable in the City unless amended by the City pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 17958.
B. Health and Safety Code Section 17958.5 authorizes the City Council to make reasonably necessary changes or modifications to the State adopted building codes, adopted by the California Building Standards Commission and based upon the 2024 edition of the International Building Code, based on certain local conditions.
C. The City of Indio has determined and recommended that the modifications to the 2025 California Building Code, contained herein, are reasonably necessary due to local conditions.
D. Health and Safety Code Section 17958.7 requires the City Council to make express findings of the necessity for modifications to the building standards contained in the 2025 California Building Code.
Section 2.The City Council of the City of Indio hereby expressly finds that the amendments and modifications to building standards contained in 2025 California Building Code, as adopted by the City are reasonably necessary due to the local geographical conditions as set forth herein.
A1.Riverside County and the City of Indio are located in Seismic Zone four (4). There are earthquake faults that run throughout Riverside County. The San Andreas Fault Zone is a known active fault and runs directly adjacent to the cities northern border. Many large quakes have occurred on this fault including the 2004 Parkfield
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 199 of 235 magnitude 6.0, the 1989 Loma Prieta magnitude 7.1, the 1907 San Francisco magnitude 7.8 quakes, and the most recent 2010 Mexicali magnitude 7.2 which occurred just south of the San Andreas Fault.
A recent University of California Study, by Yuri Fialko, predicts that the San Andreas Fault, specifically the Southern segment, is overdue for a large quake of magnitude 7.0 or larger. This study further specifically predicts substantial damage to Palm Springs and the surrounding areas. Further, a 1988 California State Department of Conservation Planning Scenario states on page 59,
“unfortunately, barely meeting the minimum earthquake standards of building codes places a building on the verge of being legally unsafe.” In addition, both the Division of the State Architect and Office of Statewide Health Planning have deemed seismic conditions so paramount as to increase minimum base shear requirements in state buildings.
A2.Traffic and circulation congestion presently existing in the City of Indio often places fire department search and rescue response time to building collapse and fire occurrences at risk. This condition will be exacerbated by any major disaster, including any earthquake, wherein damage to the highway system will occur. This condition makes the need for additional seismic resistance of buildings necessary in order to insure adequate protection for the occupants.
Section 3.Specific Amendments to the 2025 editions of the California Building Code and the California Residential Code are found reasonably necessary based on local conditions cited in Section A-1 and A-2 of this Resolution and are listed as follows:
California Building Code Section Findings
Section 101.2 Administrative Section 101.4.4 Administrative Section 105.2 Administrative Section 107.3.1 Administrative
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Section R301.1.3.2 A-1 & A-2 Section R303.11 A-1 & A-2 Section R401.1 A-1 & A-2 Section R404.2 A-1 & A-2 Section 602.3 A-1 & A-2 Section 4.The City Council finds and determines that the current Indio Building Code, codified in Title XV, Chapter 151 of the Code of Indio, as adopted in Ordinance No. 1825 concurrent with this Resolution (the “New Building Code”) and the recommended non-administrative amendments thereto impose substantially the same requirements as, and are thus equivalent to or exceed, uniform industry codes and current California Building Standards Code requirements. To the extent that the New Building Code is not found to be equivalent to or to exceed general requirements contained in uniform industry codes and current California Building Standards Code requirements, the City Council finds that such amendments in Ordinance No. 1825 are necessary as result of unique local conditions identified hereunder.
Section 5.The Office of the City Clerk of the City of Indio is hereby directed to file this Resolution and a copy of the New Building Code Ordinance, Ordinance No. 1825 with the California Building Standards Commission and to preserve said Resolution and Ordinance as public records.
Section 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 5th day of November, 2025.
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GLENN MILLER
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
_________________________
SABDI SANCHEZ, MMC
DIR. OF CITY CLERK SVCS.
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 202 of 235 1 ORDINANCE NO 1825
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF INDIO
ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025 CALIFORNIA
ADMINISTRATIVE CODE, THE 2025 HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE, THE 2025 EXISTING BUILDING CODE, THE 2022 ENERGY CODE,
THE 2025 MECHANICAL CODE, THE 2022 PLUMBING CODE, THE
2025 ELECTRICAL CODE, THE 2025 RESIDENTIAL CODE AND THE 2025 GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, AND THE 2024
INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE TOGETHER
WITH CERTAIN APPENDICES AND AMENDMENTS THEREFORE,
AND AMENDING CHAPTER 151 OF THE INDIO MUNICIPAL CODE
WHEREAS, Health and Safety Code Section 17958 provides that the City of Indio shall adopt Ordinances and regulations imposing the same or modified or changed requirements as are contained in the regulations adopted by the State pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 17922; and
WHEREAS, the State of California is mandated by Health and Safety Code Section 17922 to impose the same requirements as are contained in the most recent edition of the California Administrative Code, California Building Code, California Existing Building Code, California Historical Building Code, California Plumbing Code, the California Mechanical Code, California Electrical Code, California Residential Code and the California Green Building Standards Code (herein after referred to Collectively as “Building Codes”); and
WHEREAS, the City Council considered the findings and facts related to the adoption of the 2025 California Building Codes at its November 5, 2025 regular meeting.
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF INDIO,
CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the recital of this ordinance are true and correct, are incorporated into this Ordinance by reference and constitute a material part of this Ordinance.
SECTION 2.Sections 151.005 through 151.050 of Chapter 151 (Buildings) of Title XV (Land Usage) of the Indio Municipal Code are hereby amended to reference the 2025 California Building Standards Code, as published by the California Building Standards Commission. These amendments update all references from the 2022 editions to the 2025 editions of the following codes:
California Administrative Code, California Building Code, California Residential Code, California Historical Building Code, California Existing Building Code, California Energy
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SECTION 3. Section 151.055 (International Property Maintenance Code) of Chapter 151 (Buildings) of Title XV (Land Usage) of the Indio Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
Section 151.055 International Property Maintenance Code Adopted.
The City of Indio hereby adopts by reference the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC), as published by the International Code Council, together with any local amendments deemed necessary for the health, safety, and welfare of the community. This code regulates the minimum standards for the maintenance, occupancy, and safety of existing residential and non-residential structures and premises within the City. A copy of the 2024 IPMC is on file and open to public inspection in the office of the Building Official.
CHAPTER 151: BUILDINGS
General Provisions
151.001 Appeals
California Administrative Code
151.005 Adoption of California Administrative Code
151.006 Conflicting Provisions
California Building Code
151.010 Adoption of California Building Code
151.011 Amendments and additions to Building Code
California Historical Building Code
151.014 Adoption of California Historical Building Code California Existing Building Code
151.015 Adoption of California Existing Building Code
California Energy Code
151.017 Adoption of California Energy Code
California Mechanical Code
151.020 Adoption of California Mechanical Code
California Plumbing Code
151.025 Adoption of California Plumbing Code
California Electrical Code
151.030 Adoption of California Electrical Code
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151.040 Adoption of California Residential Code
151.041 Amendments and additions to Residential Code
California Green Building Standards Code
151.050 Adoption
International Property Maintenance Code
151.055 Adoption of International Property Maintenance Code 151.056 Amendments and additions to International Property Maintenance Code Small Residential Rooftop Solar Energy System Permits
151.060 Expedited Review of Small Residential Rooftop Solar Energy System Permits
Expedited Building Permit Process for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations 151.065 Electric Vehicle Charging Station Systems
GENERAL PROVISIONS
SECTION 151.001 APPEALS
Appeals under this chapter, including appeals as to any decision, order or determination of an official arising from or relating to the most recent version of the California Building Codes or any other Codes adopted by this chapter, may be appealed to the Indio Consolidated Appeals Board in the manner specified with respect to appeals under Chapter 95B of this code. One purpose of this appellate provision is to allow due process of law to persons affected by administrative orders related to the use, maintenance, or change of occupancy of buildings and structures, including but not limited to requirements governing alteration, additions, repair, demolition, moving, or vacation.
CALIFORNIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
SECTION 151.005 ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE The 2025 California Administrative Code (CAC) as published by the International Code Council, is hereby adopted by reference and shall become the administrative code of the City of Indio for regulating the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion, occupancy equipment use, height, area and maintenance of all buildings and/or structures in the City. The 2025 California Administrative Code is on file for public examination in the office of the Building Official.
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In the event of a conflict between any provisions contained in the Administrative Code and the administrative provisions of the Code of Indio, the more specific provision shall be given effect, unless another applicable provision is determined by the Building Official to more fully provide for the public health and safety and/or that it will more fully promote the intent of the Code of Indio.
CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE
SECTION 151.010 ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE
Except as provided in this chapter, the 2025 California Building Code (CBC), incorporating the 2024 International Building Code, as published by the International Code Council, and as amended herein, is hereby adopted by reference and shall become the building code of the City of Indio for regulating the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion, occupancy equipment use, height, area and maintenance of all buildings and/or structure in the City. The 2025 California Building Code is on file for public examination in the office of the Building Official
SECTION 151.011 AMENDMENTS AND ADDITIONS TO BUILDING CODE (A) Chapter 1, Section 101.2 Scope, is amended as follows:
101.2. Delete the paragraph entitled “Exception” in its entirety. (B) Chapter 1, Section 101.4.4, is amended to read as follows:
101.4.4 Property maintenance. The provisions of all of the adopted codes, laws and pertinent regulations shall apply to existing structures and premises; equipment and facilities; light, ventilation, space heating, sanitation, life and fire safety hazards; responsibilities of owners, operators and occupants; and occupancy of existing premises and structures.
The provisions of the California Existing Building Code shall apply to existing structures and premises; equipment and facilities; light, ventilation, space heating, sanitation, life and fire safety hazards; responsibilities of owners, operators and occupants; and occupancy of existing premises and structures. (C) Chapter 1, Section 105.2 is amended by deleting Items (2) and (4) in their entirety and amending Item (1) under the heading “Building” to read as follows:
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2. Fences, other than swimming pool barriers, not over 7 feet (2134 mm) high.
4. Retaining walls that are not over 4 feet (1219 mm) in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge or impounding Class I, II or IIIA liquids.
(D) Chapter 1, Section 107.3.1 is amended to read as follows:
107.3.1
(A) Approval of construction documents. When the Building Official issues a permit, the construction documents shall be approved in writing, or by stamp, as “Approved”. One set of construction documents so reviewed shall be retained by the Building Official. The other set shall be returned to the applicant and shall be kept at the site of work, and shall be open to inspections by the Building Official or duly authorized representatives. (B) Approval Scope & Liability Disclaimer. Notwithstanding the use of the term “Approved,” the City’s review and approval of construction documents is solely for general conformance with the California Building Standards Code, this Code, and other laws enforced by the City at the time of permit issuance.
Such approval does not constitute an opinion, certification, or warranty by the City or any of its elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, agents, contractors, attorneys or any other person acting on the City’s behalf (collectively, the “City”) as to the accuracy, adequacy, or completeness of the design; the structural integrity, life-safety, accessibility, energy performance, or fire-resistive qualities of the work; the means and methods of construction; or the absence of errors or omissions. Responsibility for the design and for compliance with all applicable laws and professional standards remains solely with the owner, the design professional(s) of record, and the contractor(s).
City approval shall not be construed to authorize a violation of any law or to waive any requirement thereof, and the City may require corrections whenever errors, omissions, or violations are discovered in the documents or in the field, notwithstanding any prior approval or inspections. Any reliance by the owner, permittee, or third parties on City review, approval, or inspections is at their own risk and does not create a special duty or third-party beneficiary relationship. To the fullest extent permitted by law, including but not limited to the immunities and defenses provided by Government Code sections 818.4, 818.6, 815.2(b), and 820.2, the City and its officers, employees, and agents shall have no liability for any injury, loss, or damage arising out of or related to the review, approval, issuance, or denial of permits;
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(E) Chapter 1, Section 108.1 is amended to read as follows:
108.1 General. The Building Official is authorized to issue a permit for temporary structures or temporary uses. Such permits shall be limited as to time of service, but shall not be permitted for more than 180 days or as determined by the Building Official.
The Building Official is authorized to grant extensions for demonstrated cause. (F) Chapter 1, Section 109.4 and Section 109.5 are amended to read as follows:
109.4 Work commencing before permit issuance. Whenever any work for which a permit is required by this code has been commenced without first obtaining said permit, a special investigation shall be made before a permit may be issued for such work. 109.5 Related fees. An investigation fee, in addition to the permit fee, shall be collected whether or not a permit is then or subsequently issued. The investigation fee shall be equal to the amount of the permit fee set forth in Section 109.2. The payment of such investigation fee shall not exempt any person from compliance with all other provisions of this code nor from any penalty prescribed by law.
(G)Chapter 1, Section 111.3 is amended to read as follows:
The Building Official is authorized to issue a temporary Certificate of Occupancy before the completion of the entire work covered by the permit, provided such portion of portions shall be occupied safely. The Building Official shall set a time period during which the temporary Certificate of Occupancy is valid. In addition, any temporary Certificates of Occupancy shall comply with the following:
1. Following the submission of a complete and accurate application for a Certificate of Occupancy but prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the Building Official may issue a temporary Certificate of Occupancy permit for commercial structures and tenant improvements only if:
A. The Building Official determines the real property in question is in substantial compliance with the requirements of this chapter and all other real property related provisions of the 2025 California Building Codes, as amended; and B. The applicant submits a temporary occupancy permit application form and pays the required fee as approved by the City Council.
C. The applicant provides a written timeline for completion for City review and approval for completion of any outstanding City building, fire, planning, engineering or business
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2. The Building Official’s issuance of a temporary Certificate of Occupancy permit may include conditions of approval that shall be complied with in order for the permit to remain valid.
3. An applicant's failure to address outstanding conditions, requirements, violations or deficiencies within the time period specified for the approval of the temporary Certificate of Occupancy or extensions thereof shall constitute a violation of this chapter and the immediate revocation of the authorization of the temporary Certificate of Occupancy.
4. No temporary certificate of occupancy shall set forth a time period for the completion of all corrections that is greater than thirty (30) calendar days, unless extended by the Building Official. The Building Official, at his or her discretion, may issue time extensions in thirty (30) calendar day increments. Each extension shall only be granted by the Building Official if he or she makes written findings of the necessity for said extension.
5. Any and each extension of a temporary certificate of occupancy shall not be issued until the applicant pays the required fee as approved by the City Council.
6. A temporary Certificate of Occupancy shall automatically expire thirty (30) calendar days from the date issuance, unless extended by the Building Official.
If an applicant occupies a space, structure and premises subject to a temporary Certificate of Occupancy permit authorization following revocation of said authorization, the Building Official shall immediately post the space, structure and premises with a Do Not Occupy order and require the immediate removal of all persons and implement and/or refer the matter for code enforcement action.
Chapter 2, Definitions, is hereby amended to read as follows:
[A] BUILDING OFFICIAL. The officer or other designated authority charged with the administration and enforcement of this code, or a duly authorized representative. The Building Official shall be the Chief Building Official of the City of Indio as appointed by the City Manager. In the absence of the appointed Chief Building Official, the
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(H) Chapter 16, Section 1613.5.2 1 is hereby added to read as follows:
1613.5.2 1 ASCE 7, Section 12.2.3.1, Exception 3 1. Modify ASCE 7 Section 12.2.3.1 Exception 3 1 to read as follows:
3. Detached one and two family dwellings up to two stories in height of light frame construction.
(I)Section 3114 is hereby added to and Section 202, Section 3101.1 and Chapter 35 is amended to read as follows:
SECTION 202
DEFINITIONS
INTERMODAL SHIPPING CONTAINER. A six-sided steel unit originally constructed as a general cargo container used for the transport of goods and materials.
SECTION 3101 GENERAL
3101.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall govern special building construction including membrane structures, temporary structures, pedestrian walkways and tunnels, automatic vehicular gates, awnings and canopies, marquees, signs, towers, antennas, relocatable buildings, swimming pool enclosures and safety devices, and solar energy systems, and intermodal shipping containers.
SECTION 3114
INTERMODAL SHIPPING CONTAINERS
3114.1 General. The provisions of Section 3114 and other applicable sections of this code shall apply to intermodal shipping containers that are repurposed for use as buildings or structures or as a part of buildings or structures.
Exceptions:
1. Stationary storage battery arrays located in intermodal shipping containers complying with Chapter 12 of the California Fire Code.
2. Intermodal shipping containers that are listed as equipment complying with the standard for equipment, such as air chillers, engine generators, modular datacenters, and other similar equipment.
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 210 of 235 9 3. Intermodal shipping containers housing or supporting experimental equipment are exempt from the requirements of Section 3114 provided they comply with all of the following:
3.1. Single-unit stand-alone intermodal shipping containers shall be supported at grade level and used only for occupancies as specified under Risk Category I in Table 1604.5;
3.2. Single-unit stand-alone intermodal shipping containers shall be located a minimum of 8 feet from adjacent structures and are not connected to a fuel gas system or fuel gas utility; and
3.3. In hurricane-prone regions and flood hazard areas, single-unit stand-alone intermodal shipping containers are designed in accordance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 16.
4. Intermodal shipping containers approved as temporary structures complying with Section 3103.
5. Single-unit stand-alone intermodal shipping containers used as temporary storage or construction trailer on active construction sites. Construction support facilities for uses and activities not directly associated with the actual processes of construction, including but not limited to, offices, meeting rooms, plan rooms, other administrative or support functions shall not be exempt from Section 3114.
3114.2 Construction documents. The construction documents shall contain information to verify the dimensions and establish the physical properties of the steel components, and wood floor components, of the intermodal shipping container in addition to the information required by Sections 107 and 1603. 3114.3 Intermodal shipping container information. Intermodal shipping containers shall bear the manufacturer’s existing data plate containing the following information as required by ISO 6346 and verified by an approved agency. A report of the verification process and findings shall be provided to the building owner.
1. Manufacturer’s name or identification number
2. Date manufactured
3. Safety approval number
4. Identification number
5. Maximum operating gross mass or weight (kg) (lbs)
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 211 of 235 10 6. Allowable stacking load for 1.8G (kg) (lbs)
7. Transverse racking test force (Newtons)
8. Valid maintenance examination date
Where approved by the building official, the markings and manufacturer’s existing data plate are permitted to be removed from the intermodal shipping containers before they are repurposed for use as buildings or structures or as part of buildings or structures. 3114.4 Protection against decay and termites. Wood structural floors of intermodal shipping containers shall be protected from decay and termites in accordance with the applicable provisions of Section 2304.12.1.1.
3114.5 Under-floor ventilation. The space between the bottom of the floor joists and the earth under any intermodal shipping container, except spaces occupied by basements and cellars, shall be provided with ventilation in accordance with Section 1202.4.
3114.6 Roof assemblies. Intermodal shipping container roof assemblies shall comply with the applicable requirements of Chapter 15.
Exception: Single-unit stand-alone intermodal shipping containers not attached to, or stacked vertically over, other intermodal shipping containers, buildings or structures.
3114.7 Joints and voids. Joints and voids that create concealed spaces between intermodal shipping containers, that are connected or stacked, at fire-resistance rated walls, floor or floor/ceiling assemblies and roofs or roof/ceiling assemblies shall be protected by an approved fire-resistant joint system in accordance with Section 715. 3114.8 Structural. Intermodal shipping containers that conform to ISO 1496-1 and are repurposed for use as buildings or structures, or as a part of buildings or structures, shall be designed in accordance with Chapter 16 and this section. 3114.8.1 Foundations. Intermodal shipping containers repurposed for use as a permanent building or structure shall be supported on foundations or other supporting structures designed and constructed in accordance with Chapters 16 through 23. 3114.8.1.1 Anchorage. Intermodal shipping containers shall be anchored to foundations or other supporting structures as necessary to provide a continuous load path for all applicable design and environmental loads in accordance with Chapter 16. 3114.8.2 Welds. All new welds and connections shall be equal to or greater than the original connections.
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 212 of 235 11 3114.8.3 Openings in containers. Where openings are made in container walls, floors, and roofs for doors, windows and other similar openings:
1. The openings shall be framed with steel elements that are designed in accordance with Chapter 16 and Chapter 22.
2. The cross section and material grade of any new steel element shall be equal to or greater than the steel element removed.
3114.8.4 Detailed structural design procedure. A structural analysis meeting the requirements of this section shall be provided to the building official to demonstrate the structural adequacy of the intermodal shipping containers.
Exception: Intermodal shipping containers that meet the limitation of Section 3114.8.5.1 and designed in accordance with the simplified procedure in Section 3114.8.5.
3114.8.4.1 Material properties. Structural material properties for existing intermodal shipping container steel components shall be established by material testing where the steel grade and composition cannot be identified by the manufacturer’s designation as to manufacture and mill test.
3114.8.4.2 Seismic design parameters. The seismic force-resisting system shall be designed and detailed in accordance with one of the following:
1. Where all or portions of the intermodal shipping container sides are considered to be the seismic force-resisting system, design and detailing shall be in accordance with the ASCE 7 Table 12.2-1 requirements for light-frame bearing- wall systems with shear panels of all other materials,
2. Where portions of intermodal shipping container sides are retained, but are not considered to be the seismic force-resisting system, an independent seismic force-resisting system shall be selected, designed and detailed in accordance with ASCE 7 Table 12.2-1, or
3. Where portions of the intermodal shipping container sides are retained and integrated into a seismic force-resisting system other than as permitted by Section 3114.8.4.2 Item 1, seismic design parameters shall be developed from testing and analysis in accordance with Section 104.11 and ASCE 7 Section
12.2.1.1 or 12.2.1.2.
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 213 of 235 12 3114.8.4.3 Allowable shear value. The allowable shear values for the intermodal shipping container side walls and end walls shall be demonstrated by testing and analysis in accordance with Section 104.11. Where penetrations are made in the side walls or end walls designated as part of the lateral force-resisting system, the penetrations shall be substantiated by rational analysis. 3114.8.5 Simplified structural design procedure of single-unit containers. Single- unit intermodal shipping containers conforming to the limitations of Section 3114.8.5.1 shall be permitted to be designed in accordance with Sections 3114.8.5.2 and 3114.8.5.3.
3114.8.5.1 Limitations. Use of Section 3114.8.5 is subject to all the following limitations:
1. The intermodal shipping container shall be a single stand-alone unit supported on a foundation and shall not be in contact with or supporting any other shipping container or other structure.
2. The intermodal shipping container’s top and bottom rails, corner castings, and columns or any portion thereof shall not be notched, cut, or removed in any manner.
3. The intermodal shipping container shall be erected in a level and horizontal position with the floor located at the bottom.
3114.8.5.2 Structural design. Where permitted by Section 3114.8.5.1, single-unit stand-alone intermodal shipping containers shall be designed using the following assumptions for the side walls and end walls:
1. The appropriate detailing requirements contained in Chapters 16 through 23.
2. Response modification coefficient, R = 2,
3. Over strength factor, Ω0 = 2.5,
4. Deflection amplification factor, Cd = 2, and
5. Limits on structural height, hn = 9.5 feet (2900 mm). 3114.8.5.3 Allowable shear value. The allowable shear values for the intermodal shipping container side walls (longitudinal) and end walls (transverse) for wind design and seismic design using the coefficients of Section 3114.8.5.2 shall be in accordance with Table 3114.8.5.3, provided that all of the following conditions are met:
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 214 of 235 13 1. The total linear length of all openings in any individual side walls or end walls shall be limited to not more than 50 percent of the length of that side walls or end walls, as shown in Figure 3114.8.5.3(1).
2. Any full height wall length, or portion thereof, less than 4 feet (305 mm) long shall not be considered as a portion of the lateral force resisting system, as shown in Figure 3114.8.5.3(2).
3. All side walls or end walls used as part of the lateral force-resisting system shall have an existing or new boundary element on all sides to form a continuous load path, or paths, with adequate strength and stiffness to transfer all forces from the point of application to the final point of resistance, as shown in Figure 3114.8.5.3(3).
4. A maximum of one penetration not greater than a 6-inch (152 mm) diameter hole for conduits, pipes, tubes or vents, or not greater than16 square inches (10 322mm2) for electrical boxes, is permitted for each individual 8 feet length (2438 mm) lateral force resisting wall. Penetrations located in walls that are not part of the wall lateral force resisting system shall not be limited in size or quantity.
Existing intermodal shipping container’s vents shall not be considered a penetration, as shown in Figure 3114.8.5.3(4).
5. End wall door or doors designated as part of the lateral force resisting system shall be welded closed.
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 215 of 235 14 TABLE 3114.8.5.3 ALLOWABLE SHEAR VALUES FOR INTERMODAL
SHIPPING CONTAINER SIDE WALLS AND END WALLS FOR WIND OR
SEISMIC LOADING
CONTAINER
DESIGNATION
2 CONTAINER
DIMENSION
(Nominal
Length)
CONTAINER
DIMENSION
(Nominal
Height)
ALLOWABLE SHEAR
VALUES (PLF) 1,3
Side Wall End Wall
1EEE 9.5 feet
(2896 mm)
1EE
45 feet
(13.7 M)
8.6 feet
(2591 mm)
75 1AAA 9.5 feet
(2896 mm)
1AA 8.5 feet
(2592 mm)
1A 8.0 feet
(2438 mm)
1AX
40 feet
(12.2 M)
<8.0 feet
(2483 mm)
84 1BBB 9.5 feet (2896
mm)
1BB 8.5 feet
(2591 mm)
1B 8.0 feet
(2438 mm)
1BX
30 feet (9.1 M)
<8.0 feet
(2438 mm)
112
1CC 8.5 feet
(2591 mm)
1C 8.0 feet
(2438 mm)
1CX
20 feet (9.1 M)
<8.0 feet
(2438 mm)
168
843
1. The allowable strength for the side walls and end walls of the intermodal shipping containers are derived from ISO 1496-1 and reduced by a factor of safety of 5.
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 216 of 235 15 2. Container designation type is derived from ISO 668.
3. Limitations of Sections 3114.8.5.1 and 3114.8.5.3 shall apply.
FIGURE 3114.8.5.3(1)
Bracing Unit Distribution – Maximum Linear Length
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 217 of 235 16 FIGURE 3114.8.5.3(2)
Bracing Unit Distribution – Minimum Linear Length
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 218 of 235 17 FIGURE 3114.8.5.3(3)
Bracing Unit Distribution – Boundary Elements
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 219 of 235 18 FIGURE 3114.8.5.3(4)
Bracing Unit Distribution – Penetrating Limitations
CHAPTER 35
REFERENCED STANDARDS
ISO International
Organization for
Standardization ISO
Central Secretariet 1 ch,
de la Voie-Creuse, Casa
Postale 566 CH-1211
Geneva 20, Switzerland
Standard Reference
Number
Title Referenced in code
section number
ISO 1496-1:2013 Series 1 Freight
Containers –
Specification and
Testing – Part 1: General
Cargo Containers for
General Purposes
3114.8, Table 3114.8.5.3
ISO 6346:1995, with
Amendment 3: 2012
Freight Containers –
Coding, Identification
and marking
3114.3
ISO 668:2013 Series 1 Freight
Containers –
Classifications,
dimensions and ratings.
Table 3114.8.5.3
(J) Chapter 17, Section 1704.6 is amended to read as follows:
1704.6 Structural observations. Where required by the provisions of Section 1704.6.1, 1704.6.2 1 or 1704.6.3, the owner or the owner’s authorized agent shall employ a registered design professional structural observer to perform structural observations.
Structural observation does not include or waive the responsibility for the inspections in Section 110 or the special inspections in Section 1705 or other sections of this code.
The structural observer shall be one of the following individuals:
1. The registered design professional responsible for the structural design, or
2. A registered design professional designated by the registered design professional responsible for the structural design.
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 220 of 235 19 Prior to the commencement of observations, the structural observer shall submit to the building official a written statement identifying the frequency and extent of structural observations.
The owner or owner’s authorized agent shall coordinate and call a preconstruction meeting between the structural observer, contractors, affected subcontractors and special inspectors. The structural observer shall preside over the meeting. The purpose of the meeting shall be to identify the major structural elements and connections that affect the vertical and lateral load resisting systems of the structure and to review scheduling of the required observations. A record of the meeting shall be included in the report submitted to the building official.
Observed deficiencies shall be reported in writing to the owner or owner’s authorized agent, special inspector, contractor and the building official. Upon the form prescribed by the building official, the structural observer shall submit to the building official a written statement at each significant construction stage stating that the site visits have been made and identifying any reported deficiencies which, to the best of the structural observer’s knowledge, have not been resolved. A final report by the structural observer which states that all observed deficiencies have.
(K) Chapter 17, Section 1704.6.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1704.6.2 Structural observations for seismic resistance. Structural observations shall be provided for those structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F where one or more of the following conditions exist:
1. The structure is classified as Risk Category III or IV.
2. The structure a lateral design is required for the structure or portion thereof.
Exception: One-story wood framed Group R-3 and Group U Occupancies less than 2,000 square feet in area, provided the adjacent grade is not steeper than 1 unit vertical in 10 units horizontal (10% sloped), assigned to Seismic Design Category D.
(L) Chapter 17, Section 1705.3 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1705.3 Concrete construction. The special inspections and tests for concrete construction shall be performed in accordance with this section and Table 1705.3.
Exceptions: Special inspections and tests shall not be required for:
1. Isolated spread concrete footings of buildings three stories or less above grade plane that are fully supported on earth or rock where the structural design of the footing is based on a specified compressive strength, f’c, not more than 2,500 pounds per square inch (psi) (17.2 Mpa) regardless of the compressive strength specified in the construction documents or used in the footing construction.
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 221 of 235 20 2. Continuous concrete footings supporting walls of buildings three stories or less above grade plane that are fully supported on earth or rock where:
2.1. The footings support walls of light-frame construction;
2.2. The footings are designed in accordance with Table 1809.7; or
2.3. The structural design of the footing is based on a specified compressive strength, f’c, not more than 2,500 pounds per square inch (psi) (17.2 Mpa), regardless of the compressive strength specified in the construction documents or used in the footing construction.
3. Nonstructural concrete slabs supported directly on the ground, including prestressed slabs on grade, where the effective prestress in the concrete is less than 150 psi (1.03 Mpa).
4. Concrete patios, driveways and sidewalks, on grade.
(M) Chapter 18, Section 1807.1.4 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1807.1.4 Permanent wood foundation systems. Permanent wood foundation systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with AWC PWF. Lumber and plywood shall be treated in accordance with AWPA U1 (Commodity Specification A, Special Requirement 4.2) and shall be identified in accordance with Section 2303.1.9.1.
Permanent wood foundation systems shall not be used for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F.
(N) Chapter 18, Section 1809.7 and Table 1809.7 are amended to read as follows:
1809.7 Prescriptive footings for light-frame construction. Where a specific design is not provided, concrete or masonry-unit footings supporting walls of light-frame construction shall be permitted to be designed in accordance with Table 1809.7. Light- frame construction using prescriptive footings in Table 1809.7 shall not exceed one story above grade plane for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F.
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 222 of 235 21 TABLE 1809.7
PRESCRIPTIVE FOOTINGS SUPPORTING WALLS OF
LIGHT-FRAME CONSTRUCTION a, b, c, d, e
NUMBER OF FLOORS
SUPPORTED BY THE
FOOTING f
WIDTH OF FOOTING
(inches)
THICKNESS OF
FOOTING (inches)
1 12 6
2 15 6
3 18 8
For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 foot = 304.8 mm
a. Depth of footings shall be in accordance with Section 1809.4. b. The ground under the floor shall be permitted to be excavated to the elevation of the top of the footing.
c. See Section 1905 for additional requirements for concrete footings of structures assigned to Seismic Design Category C, D, E or F.
d. For thickness of foundation walls, see Section 1807.1.6. e. Footings shall be permitted to support a roof addition to the stipulated number of floors. Footings supporting roof only shall be as required for supporting one floor. (O) Chapter 18, Section 1809.7 and Table 1809.7 are amended to read as follows:
1809.7 Prescriptive footings for light-frame construction. Where a specific design is not provided, concrete or masonry-unit footings supporting walls of light- frame construction shall be permitted to be designed in accordance with Table 1809.7. Light- frame construction using prescriptive footings in Table 1809.7 shall not exceed one story above grade plane for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F.
TABLE 1809.7 PRESCRIPTIVE FOOTINGS SUPPORTING WALLS OF LIGHT- FRAME CONSTRUCTION a, b, c, d, e
NUMBER OF FLOORS
SUPPORTED BY THE
FOOTING f
WIDTH OF FOOTING
(inches
THICKNESS OF
FOOTING (inches)
1 12 6
2 15 6
3 18 8
For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 foot = 304.8 mm
F. Depth of footings shall be in accordance with Section 1809.4.
G. The ground under the floor shall be permitted to be excavated to the elevation of the top of the footing.
H. See Section 1905 for additional requirements for concrete footings of structures assigned to Seismic Design Category C, D, E or F.
I. For thickness of foundation walls, see Section 1807.1.6.
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 223 of 235 22 J. Footings shall be permitted to support a roof addition to the stipulated number of floors. Footings supporting roof only shall be as required for supporting one floor. (P) Chapter 18, Section 1809.12 is amended to read as follow:
1809.12 Timber footings. Timber footings shall be permitted for buildings of Type V construction and as otherwise approved by the Building Official. Such footings shall be treated in accordance with AWPA U1 (Commodity Specification A, Use Category 4B).
Treated timbers are not required where placed entirely below permanent water level, or where used as capping for wood piles that project above the water level over submerged or marsh lands. The compressive stresses perpendicular to grain in untreated timber footings supported on treated piles shall not exceed 70 percent of the allowable stresses for the species and grade of timber as specified in the ANSI/AWC NDS. Timber footings shall not be used in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F.
(Q) Chapter 18, Section 1810.3.2.4 is amended to read as follows:
1810.3.2.4 Timber. Timber deep foundation elements shall be designed as piles or poles in accordance with ANSI/AWC NDS. Round timber elements shall conform to ASTM D 25. Sawn timber elements shall conform to DOC PS-20. Timber deep foundation elements shall not be used in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F.
CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL BULIDING CODE
SECTION 151.014 ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE The 2025 California Historical Building Code (CHBC) as published by the International Code Council is hereby adopted by reference and shall become the historical building code of the City of Indio for regulating the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion, occupancy equipment use, height, area and maintenance of all buildings and/or structure in the City. The 2025 California Historical Building Code is on file for public examination in the office of the Building Official.
CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE
SECTION 151.015 ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE The 2025 California Existing Building Code (CEBC), incorporating the 2024 International Existing Building Code, as published by the International Code Council is hereby adopted by reference and shall become the existing building code of the City of Indio for regulating the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion, occupancy equipment use, height, area and maintenance of all buildings and/or structure in the City. The 2025 California Existing Building Code is on file for public examination in the office of the Building Official.
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 224 of 235 23 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE
SECTION 151.017 ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE
The 2025 California Energy Code (CEC), as published by the International Code Council, is hereby adopted by reference and shall become the energy code of the City of Indio for regulating the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion, occupancy equipment use, height, area and maintenance of all buildings and/or structure in the City. The 2025 California Energy Code is on file for public examination in the office of the Building Official.
CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE
SECTION 151.020 ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE
The 2025 California Mechanical Code (CMC), incorporating the 2024 International Mechanical Code, as published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, is hereby adopted by reference and shall become the mechanical code of the City of Indio for regulating the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion, occupancy equipment use, height, area and maintenance of all buildings and/or structure in the City. The 2025 California Mechanical Code is on file for public examination in the office of the Building Official.
CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE
SECTION 151.025 ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE
The 2025 California Plumbing Code (CPC), incorporating the 2024 International Plumbing Code, as published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials is hereby adopted by reference and shall become the plumbing code of the City of Indio for regulating the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion, occupancy equipment use, height, area and maintenance of all buildings and/or structure in the City. The 2025 California Plumbing Code is on file for public examination in the office of the Building Official.
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 225 of 235 24 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE
SECTION 151.030 ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE
The 2025 California Electrical Code (CEC), incorporating the 2024 National Electrical Code including all annexes thereto, published by the National Fire Protection Association, as modified by the State of California, is hereby adopted by reference and shall become the electrical code of the City of Indio for regulating the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion, occupancy equipment use, height, area and maintenance of all buildings and/or structure in the City. The 2025 California Building Code is on file for public examination in the office of the Building Official.
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE
SECTION 151.040 ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE Except as provided in this chapter, the 2025 California Residential Code (CRC), incorporating the 2024 International Residential Code, as published by the International Code Council, and as amended herein, is hereby adopted by reference shall become the residential building code of the City of Indio for regulating the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion, occupancy equipment use, height, area and maintenance of all buildings and/or structure in the City. The 2025 California Residential Code is on file for public examination in the office of the Building Official.
SECTION 151.041 AMENDMENTS AND ADDITIONS TO RESIDENTIAL CODE (A) Chapter 3, Section R301.1.3.2 is amended to read as follows:
R301.1.3.2 Woodframe structures greater than two-stories. The building official shall require construction documents to be approved and stamped by a California licensed architect or engineer for all dwellings of wood-frame construction more than two stories and basement in height located in Seismic Design Category A, B or C.
Notwithstanding other sections of law, the law establishing these provisions is found in Business and Professions Code Section 5537 and 6737.1.
The building official shall require construction documents to be approved and stamped by a California licensed architect or engineer for all dwellings of wood-framed
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 226 of 235 25 construction more than one story in height or with a basement located in Seismic Design Category D0, D1, D2 or E.
Add new subsection R303.11, Required air conditioning, to read as follows:
R303.11 Required air conditioning. Every dwelling unit shall be provided with air conditioning facilities capable of maintaining a room temperature of not more than 80 degrees Fahrenheit in all habitable rooms.
(B) Chapter 4, Section R401.1 is amended to read as follows:
R401.1 Application. The provisions of this chapter shall control the design and construction of the foundation and foundation spaces for all buildings. In addition to the provisions of this chapter, the design and construction of foundations in areas prone to flooding as established by Table R301.2(1) shall meet the provisions of Section R322 R306. Wood foundations shall be designed and installed in accordance with AF&PA AWC PWF.
Exception: The provisions of this chapter shall be permitted to be used for wood foundations only in the following situations:
1. In buildings that have no more than two floors and a roof.
2. When interior basement and foundation walls are constructed at intervals not exceeding 50 feet (15 240 mm).
Wood foundations in Seismic Design Category D0, D1, D2 shall not be permitted. (C) Chapter 4, Section R404.2 is amended to read as follows:
R404.2 Wood foundation walls. Wood foundation walls shall be constructed in accordance with the provisions of Section R404.2.1 through R404.2.6 and with the details shown in Figures R403.1 (2) and R403.1 (3). Wood foundation walls shall not be used for structures located in Seismic Design Category D0, D1, D2. (D) Chapter 6, Section 602.3 is amended as follows:
Table R602.3(1) shall have the following language added to the Fastening Schedule to read as follows:
k. Staples shall not be used as wood structural panel fasteners in Seismic Design Category D0, D1, D2.
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 227 of 235 26 (E) Table R602.3(2) shall have the following language added to the Fastening Schedule to read as follows:
b. Staples shall not be used as wood structural panel fasteners in Seismic Design Category D0, D1, D2.
(E) Chapter 8, Section R803.2.4 is added to read as follows:
Openings in horizontal diaphragms. Openings in horizontal diaphragms shall conform with Section R503.2.
CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
SECTION 151.050 ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
Except as provided in this chapter, those certain building codes known and designated as the 2025 California Green Building standards Code (CGBC), is hereby adopted by reference and shall become the green building standards code of the City of Indio for regulating the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion, occupancy equipment use, height, area and maintenance of all buildings and/or structure in the City. The 2025 California Green Building Standards Code is on file for public examination in the office of the Building Official.
INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTANCE CODE
SECTION 151.055 ADOPTION OF INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE
The 2024 International Property Maintenance Code as published by the International Code Council is hereby adopted by reference and shall apply to all existing residential and non-residential structures and all existing premises and constitute minimum requirements and standards for premises, structures, equipment and facilities for light, ventilation, space, heating, sanitation, protection from the elements, a reasonable level of safety from fire and other hazards, and for a reasonable level of sanitary maintenance; the responsibility of owners, an owner’s authorized agent, operators and occupants.; the occupancy of existing structures and premises, and for administration, enforcement and penalties. The 2024 International Property Maintenance Code is on file for public examination in the office of the Building Official.
SECTION 151.055 AMENDMENTS AND ADDITIONS TO PROPERTY
MAINTENANCE CODE
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 228 of 235 27 1) Amend the title of Section 602 to read as follows:
Section 602 Heating and Air Conditioning Facilities
2) Amend Section 602.1 Facilities required, to read as follows:
602.1 Facilities required. Heating and air conditioning facilities shall be provided in structures as required by this section.
3) Amend Section 602.2 by adding the following sentence at the end of the section:
602.2 Residential occupancies. Dwellings shall be provided with air conditioning facilities at all times, capable of maintaining a maximum temperature of 80 degrees Fahrenheit in all habitable rooms.
4) Add subsection 602.3.1 to read as follows:
602.3.1 Air conditioning supply. Every owner and operator of any building who rents, leases or lets one or more dwelling units or sleeping units shall supply air conditioning at all times, to maintain a maximum temperature of 80 degrees Fahrenheit in all habitable rooms.
SECTION 4. Severability. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance or its application to any person or circumstance, is for any reason held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases of this ordinance, or its application to any other person or circumstance. The City Council declares that it would have adopted each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase hereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases hereof be declared invalid or unenforceable.
SECTION 5.The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be published or posted in the manner prescribed by law.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 5th day of November 2025, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
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Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 229 of 235 28 GLENN MILLER
MAYOR
ATTEST:
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SABDI SANCHEZ
DIRECTOR OF CITY CLERK SVCS.
Resolution No. 10525 and Introduction of Ordinance No. 1825, adopting by... Page 230 of 235 City of Indio
City Council
November 5, 2025
STAFF REPORT
To: City Council
From: Bryan H. Montgomery, City Manager
Prepared by: Brian Halvorson, Dir. Of Community Development Subject: Ordinance No. 1826, Amendment to Indio Municipal Code, Title 15 (Land Usage), Related (Construction 18 Division (Buildings), 151 Chapter Regulations) and direct the City Clerk to place the ordinance on the consent calendar for the next regular meeting for adoption.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council introduce for first reading by title only Ordinance No. 1826, adding on Measures Security of provision the Indio 151.162 Section Code Municipal for Construction Sites.
SUMMARY:
By providing additional security measures on construction sites the loss of property can be minimized, and active construction sites will be more secure and in turn contractors/builders are more likely to experience less delays in completing construction projects.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
There has been a need expressed by Council to provide more security measures on construction sites. Therefore, staff has drafted additional provisions to be added to Title 15 (Land Usage) of the Indio Municipal Code to require safety measures on construction sites. In summary, the following measures are proposed to be added to Division 18 (Construction; Related Regulations) of this Title:
The owner, contractor or responsible party constructing a new building or demolition to an existing building shall maintain security measures as deemed necessary or as required by the building official to control vandalism, fires, blowing dust, sand, or debris;
Color cameras installed at all vehicle access points to the project site, with additional cameras positioned to monitor primary material and equipment storage areas, construction trailers and office areas, perimeter fencing segments with low visibility or public exposure, and any other locations identified by the Contractor or the Indio Police Department as security sensitive. Building Official and/or designee to have the option to require a California licensed security guard when work has ceased. Building Official and/or designee may require modifications if the measures are deemed insufficient.
Perimeter security fencing is required along all property lines. Fencing shall be a minimum six feet high with a minimum ninety-four percent blackout heavy-duty plastic screening.
AGENDA ITEM #12.3
Introduction of Ordinance No. 1826, Amendment to Indio Municipal Code, T... Page 231 of 235 The number of access points onto the site shall be minimized.
Vehicle and pedestrian gates and openings shall have gates secured after hours of operation. Locking gates shall be secured with minimum 3/8-inch thick, 30-grade coil chain, or minimum 5/16-inch cable.
Adequate lighting shall be installed during the hours of darkness, especially around access gates and locations where valuable materials and equipment are stored.
The Contractor shall post clearly visible “No Trespassing” warning signage along the site perimeter and at all vehicle and pedestrian access points. Signage shall remain in place and properly maintained for the duration of the project.
The proposed full text for the code amendments is reflected in Ordinance 1826. The amended code text has also been reviewed by the Chief of Police and staff recommends the proposed code amendments in order to provide additional security that will help reduce theft, reduce construction delays, and create a more secure environment for sites undergoing construction.
Environmental Review
The proposed code amendment will not have a significant effect on the environment and is exempt from further environmental review through CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3) (General Rule Exemption).
ALTERNATIVES:
Take no action. This would result in no amendments to the Indio Municipal Code related to security for construction sites.
ATTACHMENTS:
Ordinance No 1826
APPROVAL(S):
Brian Halvorson, Dir. Of Community Development Approved - 29 Oct 2025 Steven Graham Pacifico, City Attorney Approved - 30 Oct 2025 Ruby D. Walla, Director of Finance Approved - 30 Oct 2025 Bryan H. Montgomery, City Manager Approved - 30 Oct 2025
Introduction of Ordinance No. 1826, Amendment to Indio Municipal Code, T... Page 232 of 235 1 ORDINANCE NO 1826
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF INDIO
ADOPTING AN AMENDMENT TO TITLE 15 (LAND USAGE),
CHAPTER 151 (BUILDINGS), DIVISION 18, OF THE INDIO
MUNICIPAL CODE TO INCLUDE SECURITY MEASURES FOR
CONSTRUCTION SITES
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to amend Chapter 151 to provide needed security measures on construction sites; and
WHEREAS, amendments to Chapter 151 are consistent with the purpose of the General Plan 2024 Safety Element for maintaining and improving the safety of Indio residents as well as methods to reduce the potential for property damage and provide crime prevention; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Indio finds and determines that regulating construction site security is necessary to protect the health, safety and welfare of residents, workers, and visitors.
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF INDIO,
CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the recital of this ordinance are true and correct, are incorporated into this Ordinance by reference and constitute a material part of this Ordinance.
SECTION 2.Chapter 151 (Buildings) of Title 15 (Land Usage), Division 18 (Construction; Related Regulations) of the Indio Municipal Code are hereby amended to read:
151.162 Construction site security.
A. The owner, contractor or responsible party constructing a new building or demolition to an existing building shall maintain security measures as deemed necessary or as required by the building official to control vandalism, fires, blowing dust, sand, or debris.
This shall include color cameras installed at all vehicle access points to the project site, with additional cameras positioned to monitor primary material and equipment storage areas, construction trailers and office areas, perimeter fencing segments with low visibility or public exposure, and any other locations identified by the Contractor or the Indio Police Department as security sensitive. Building Official and/or designee to have the option to require a California licensed security guard when work has ceased.
Building Official and/or designee may require modifications if the measures are deemed insufficient.
Introduction of Ordinance No. 1826, Amendment to Indio Municipal Code, T... Page 233 of 235 2 B. Perimeter security fencing is required along all property lines. Fencing shall be a minimum six feet high with a minimum ninety-four percent blackout heavy-duty plastic screening. The number of access points onto the site shall be minimized, and where feasible, situated in locations that are highly visible from an adjacent street. Vehicle and pedestrian gates and openings shall have gates secured after hours of operation.
Locking gates shall be secured with minimum 3/8-inch thick, 30-grade coil chain, or minimum 5/16-inch cable. The perimeter security fencing shall be maintained and remain in place through the duration of the project or until a permanent wall/fencing is installed. Adequate lighting shall be installed during the hours of darkness, especially around access gates and locations where valuable materials and equipment are stored.
The Contractor shall post clearly visible “No Trespassing” warning signage along the site perimeter and at all vehicle and pedestrian access points. Signs shall comply with the City of Indio’s requirements, be legible from a minimum distance of 25 feet, and include the project address and emergency contact information. Signage shall remain in place and properly maintained for the duration of the project.
C. The owner, contractor or responsible party constructing a new building, alteration, or demolition to an existing building shall keep the construction site clean by having adequately sized discarded materials containers placed on the site for the depositing of discarded materials.
SECTION 3. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION.
The City Council finds and determines that this ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the ordinance may have a significant effect on the environment and because it is a regulatory action taken by the City as a local agency for the protection of the environment.
SECTION 4. CODIFICATION.
The City Clerk is authorized to format and codify the provisions of this ordinance into the Indio Municipal Code.
SECTION 5. NOTICE OF ORDINANCE; EFFECTIVE DATE.
A. The City Clerk shall cause this ordinance, or a summary thereof, to be published as required by law.
B. This ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its adoption.
Introduction of Ordinance No. 1826, Amendment to Indio Municipal Code, T... Page 234 of 235 3 SECTION 6.The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be published or posted in the manner prescribed by law.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 5th day of November 2025, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
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GLENN MILLER
MAYOR
ATTEST:
____________________________
SABDI SANCHEZ
DIRECTOR OF CITY CLERK SVCS
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