20221018_D1_BuildingFireCode — Laguna Niguel City Council, October 18, 2022

CITY OF LAGUNA NIGUEL

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
FROM: Jonathan Orduna, Community Development Director
DATE: October 18, 2022
SUBJECT: Introduce Ordinances to Adopt, by Reference, Codes Contained in the 2022 California Building Standards Code, including Local Amendments, and Related International Codes

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council:

1. Read the title of the proposed Ordinances, which are referenced below:

ORDINANCE NO. 2022-219

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OFLAGUNA NIGUEL, CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2022 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE
THE 2022 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE;
THE 2022 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE;
THE 2022 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE;
THE 2022 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE;
THE 2022 CALIFORNIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE;
THE 2021 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE;
AND THE 2021 INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE;

TOGETHER WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS,
DELETIONS, AND PENALTIES, AND AMENDING TITLE 8 OF THE

LAGUNA NIGUEL MUNICIPAL CODE
ORDINANCE NO. 2022-220

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LAGUNA NIGUEL, CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2022 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE,

TOGETHER WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, DELETIONS, ADDITIONS AND PENALTIES, AND AMENDING TITLE 11 OF

THE LAGUNA NIGUEL MUNICIPAL CODE
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2. Waive the reading of the full text of the Ordinances (requires a majority vote of the Council Members present);

3. Consider the proposed Ordinances and schedule public hearing for both for November 1, 2022; and,

4. Direct that the proposed Ordinances be placed on the November 1, 2022 Agenda for adoption at the regular meeting of the City Council immediately following the required public hearing.

BACKGROUND
The State's Health and Safety Code mandates that the California Building Standards Commission every three years adopt and publish the California Building Standards Code. The California Building Standards Code contains the minimum standards for the design and construction of buildings and structures in California. The new 2022 California Building Standards Code will become effective statewide on January 1, 2023. Every city and county statewide has the authority to adopt more restrictive building standards (referred to as "local amendments") based on local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions. The City of Laguna Niguel adopted local amendments during each of the prior triennial code adoption cycles, most recently in November 2019. Unless the City adopts and amends Codes contained in the California Building Standards Code, the building standards contained in those Codes will automatically apply to the City.

ANALYSIS
As in years past, the Community Development Department, in collaboration with the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA), is proposing local amendments to more fully safeguard life and property in the City of Laguna Niguel. These local amendments, discussed below, are included in Ordinance Nos. 2022-219 and 2022-220 (Attachments B and C, respectively) adopting by reference certain Codes contained in the 2022 California Building Standards Code. The necessary findings that the local amendments are required due to local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions, or are administrative in nature, are included in draft Resolution 2022-1410 (Attachment A).

The Codes contained in the California Building Standards Code, which are proposed for adoption, are listed below. Upon adoption of the proposed Ordinances, each will become codified in Titles 8 or 11 of the Laguna Niguel Municipal Code (LNMC). The list also identifies whether local amendments are proposed.

California Building Standards Code: LNMC: Local Amendment Proposed:
• California Building Code Title 8, Division 1, Article 2 Yes • California Residential Code Title 8, Division 1, Article 9 Yes • California Green Building Standards Code Title 8, Division 1, Article 10 N/A • California Electrical Code Title 8, Division 2, Article 1 N/A Pg 3
• California Plumbing Code Title 8, Division 3, Article 1 N/A • California Mechanical Code Title 8, Division 5, Article 1 N/A • California Administrative Code Title 8, Division 7 N/A • California Fire Code Title 11, Division 3, Article 1 Yes Local Code Amendments
OCFA is recommending a total of two (2) new local amendments to the California Fire Code (CFC) and three (3) revisions to existing local amendments as detailed in the summary table included as Attachment D. In general, the two new amendments have to do with high pile commercial storage of compost (CFC Sections 2808.15 and 2808.16).

The three revisions to existing local amendments consist of renaming and streamlining Code references (CFC Section 501.1), vegetation spacing/separation within fuel modification zones (CFC Section 4907.3), and a modification when fire sprinklers are CFC Section 45013). required for significant remodels and additions to single-family homes that are over 5,500 square feet (CFC Section 903.2.8).

Aside from OCFA's five (5) recommended changes, all other local amendments contained in the proposed Ordinances are already in the LNMC and are proposed to be re-adopted as-is (summary table included in Attachment E). The California Administrative Code, California Electrical Code, Mechanical Code, California Plumbing Code, and California Green Building Standards Code are all proposed to be adopted without any local amendments.

International Code Council Codes
The International Code Council publishes a series of uniform Codes, many of which are adopted and amended by the State and made a part of the California Building Standards Code, to provide cities with a complete set of building-related regulations. The two International Codes listed below provide important construction and safety standards not addressed elsewhere in the adopted State regulations according to the City's Building Official. The following Codes were included in the City's 2019 adoption cycle and are also included for the 2022 adoption cycle:
- 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code; and,
- 2021 International Property Maintenance Code.

NEXT STEPS
With the introduction of these Ordinances, a City Council public hearing, for the second reading and adoption, will be scheduled for November 1, 2022. If the Ordinances are adopted by City Council, City staff will file copies of the Ordinances and Resolution with the California Building Standards Commission.

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CEQA COMPLIANCE
Pursuant to Section 15060(c)(2) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, adoption of the subject Ordinances would not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment and therefore is not subject to the CEQA. Additionally, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) the activity is not a "project" as defined in Section 15378 because the Ordinances have no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly.

ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED

1. Modify the Ordinance(s) as directed by the City Council.

2. Not adopt one or more of the Ordinances. This alternative is not recommended because the Ordinances are considered necessary to more fully safeguard life and property in the City of Laguna Niguel.

FISCAL REVIEW
There is no fiscal impact to the City as a result of these actions.

LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney's Office has reviewed and approved this report and corresponding Resolution and Ordinances as to form and content.

CONCLUSION
To more fully safeguard life and property in the City of Laguna Niguel, the Community Development Department and the OCFA are recommending adoption of the 2022 California Building, Administrative, Residential, Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical, Green Building Standards, and Fire Codes, including local amendments, the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code, and the 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (Ordinance Nos. 2022-219 and 2022-220).

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Tamara S. Létourneau Nicholas Ghirelli
City Manager Interim City Attorney
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Jonathan Orduna John Morgan
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Attachments:

A. Draft Resolution No. 2022-1410 (Local Conditions Findings) Draft Ordinance No. 2022-219 (2022 California Building and Related Codes C. Draft Ordinance No. 2022-220 (2022 California Fire Code) D. OCFA - Local Amendments Summary Table
E. City Staff - Local Amendments Summary Table
Attachment A
Draft Resolution No. 2022-1410 (Local Conditions Findings) RESOLUTION NO. 2022-1410

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL

OF THE CITY OF LAGUNA NIGUEL, CALIFORNIA, SETTING FORTH FINDINGS THAT MODIFICATIONS TO THE 2022 CALIFORNIA BUILDING

STANDARDS CODE ARE REASONABLY NECESSARY BECAUSE OF LOCAL

CLIMATIC, GEOLOGICAL OR TOPOGRAPHICAL CONDITIONS
WHEREAS, On October 18, 2022, the City Council introduced Ordinance Nos. 2022-219 and 2022-220 adopting and amending certain codes that are part of the 2022 California Building Standards Code; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to California Government Code section 50022.1, et seq., the City of Laguna Niguel may adopt by reference the California Building Standards Code, 2022 Edition as codified in Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations; and Calitornia Buildina standards Code
and
WHEREAS, California Health & Safety Code section 17958.5 authorizes cities and counties to modify building standards in the California Building Standards Code by adopting more restrictive standards and modifications if such standards and modifications are supported by express findings that they are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions; and WHEREAS, the Laguna Niguel Community Development Department and/or the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) have recommended that changes and modifications be made to certain codes contained in the California Building Standards Code (specifically, provisions of the 2022 California Building Code, the 2022 California Residential Code, and the 2022 California Fire Code) and are reasonably necessary to safeguard life and property due to local conditions in the City of Laguna Niguel and has further advised that the remainder of said changes and modifications are of an administrative or procedural nature, or concern themselves with subjects not covered by the Codes; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Laguna Niguel as follows:

1. To the extent that the following changes and modifications are deemed more restrictive than the standards contained in the 2022 California Building Standards Code, thus requiring that findings be made pertaining to local conditions to justify such modifications, the City Council hereby finds and determines that the following findings are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions, and adopts the findings provided below to support Resolution No. 2022-1410 Page 2
the modifications to building standards in the 2022 California Building, Residential and Fire Code, adopted and amended by the City.

Climatic Conditions
A. Orange County and the City of Laguna Niguel are located in a semi-arid Mediterranean type climate. It annually experiences extended periods of high temperatures with little or no precipitation. Hot, dry (Santa Ana) winds, which may reach speeds of 70 M.P.H. or greater, are also common to the area. These climatic conditions cause extreme drying of vegetation and common building materials. Frequent periods of drought and low humidity add to the fire danger. This predisposes the area to large destructive fires (conflagration). In addition to directly damaging or destroying buildings, these fires are also prone to disrupt utility services throughout the County. Obstacles generated by a strong wind, such as fallen trees, street lights and utility poles will greatly impact the response time to reach an incident scene.

B. The climate alternates between extended periods of drought and brief flooding conditions. Flood conditions may affect the fire department's ability to respond to a fire or emergency condition. Floods also disrupt utility services to buildings and facilities within the County.

C. Water demand in this densely populated area 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% 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.

D. These dry climatic conditions and winds contribute to the rapid spread of even small fires originating in high-density housing or vegetation. These fires spread very quickly and create a need for increased levels of fire protection. The added protection of fire sprinkler systems and other fire protection features will supplement normal fire department response by providing immediate protection for the building occupants and by containing and controlling the fire spread to the area of origin. Fire sprinkler systems will also reduce the use of water for firefighting by as much as 50 to 75%.

E. Untreated wood roofs cause or contribute to serious fire hazard and to the rapid spread of fires when such fires are accompanied by high winds.

Pieces of burning wooden roofs become flying ambers and are carried by the wind to other locations and thereby spread fire quickly.

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F. Swimming pool accidents are a preventable tragedy. The warm, dry climate is conducive to swimming pools which creates a higher probability of child drownings where pools are unprotected.

II. Topographical Conditions
A. Natural slopes of 15% or greater generally occur throughout the foothills of Orange County and the City of Laguna Niguel. The elevation change caused by the hills creates the geological foundation on which communities within Orange County are built and will continue to be buil on. With much of the populated flatlands already built upon, future growth will occur in areas with steeper slopes and greater constraints in terrain.

B. Traffic and circulation congestion is an artificially created, obstructive topographical condition, which is common throughout Orange County.

C. These topographical conditions combine to create a situation that places fire department response time to fire occurrences at risk and makes it necessary to provide automatic on-site fire-extinguishing systems and other protection measures to protect occupants and property.

IlI. Geological Conditions
The Orange County region, including the City of Laguna Niguel, is a densely populated area that has buildings constructed over and near a vast and complex network of faults that are believed to be capable of producing future earthquakes similar or greater in size than the 1994 Northridge and the 1971 Sylmar earthquakes. Earthquake faults run along the northeast and southwest boundaries of Orange County. The Newport-Inglewood Fault, located within Orange County was the source of the destructive 1933 Long Beach earthquake (6.3 magnitude) which took 120 lives and damaged buildings in an area from Laguna Beach to Marina Del Rey to Whittier. In December 1989, another earthquake occurred in the jurisdiction of Laguna Niguel at an unknown fault line.

Regional planning for reoccurrence of earthquakes is recommended by the state of California, Department of Conservation.

A. Previous earthquakes have been accompanied by disruption of traffic flow and fires. A severe seismic event has the potential to negatively impact any rescue or fire suppression activities because it is likely to create obstacles similar to those indicated under the high wind section above. The October 17, 1989, Santa Cruz earthquake resulted in one major fire in the Marina District (San Francisco). When combined with the 34 other fires locally and over 500 responses, the department was taxed to its fullest capabilities. The Marina fire was difficult to contain because mains supplying water to the district burst during the earthquake. This situation creates the need for both additional fire protection and automatic on-site fire protection for building Resolution No. 2022-1410 Page 4
occupants. State Department of Conservation noted in their 1988 report (Planning Scenario on a Major Earthquake on the Newport-Inglewood Fault Zone, page 59), "unfortunately, barely meeting the minimum earthquake standards of building codes places a building on the verge of being legally unsafe."
B. Road circulation features located throughout the County also make amendments reasonably necessary. Located through the County are major roadways, highways and flood control channels that create barriers and slow response times. Hills, slopes, street and storm drain design, accompanied by occasional heavy rainfall, causes roadway flooding and landslides and at times may make an emergency access route impassable. There are areas in Orange County that naturally have extended emergency response times that exceed the 5 minute goal.

C. Soils throughout the County possess corrosive properties that reduce the expected usable life of water services when metallic pipes are in contact with soils.

Due to the topographical conditions of sprawling development separated by waterways and narrow and congested streets and the expected infrastructure damage inherent in seismic zones described above, it is prudent to rely on automatic fire sprinkler systems to mitigate extended fire department response time and keep fires manageable with reduced fire flow (water) resources available for a given structure. Additional fire protection is also justified to match the current resources of firefighting equipment and personnel within the fire department.

IV. Administrative
This amendment is necessary for administrative or procedural clarification, and do not modify a building standard pursuant to California Health, Safety Code Sections 17958, 17985.7 and/or 18941.5. This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement of the building standards in the City of Laguna Niguel.

The findings above are applicable to amendments to the 2022 California Building Code, the 2022 California Residential Code, and the 2022 California Fire Code, as detailed in the following tables.

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2022 California Building Code 2022 California Residential Code Section No. Finding Section No. Finding
104.8 202 IV
105.2 1, IV 301.2
105.3.2.1 IV R301.9
105.5 IV R309.6
105.5.2 IV R313.1
105.8 R313.2
105.9 R313.3.6.2.2
112.4 R337.1.3
202 R405.1
502.1 R902.1
701A.3 R902.1.2
903.2 R902.2
903.2.8 R1001.14
903.3.5.3 R1001.14.1 1, II, III
1505 R1001.14.2 1, Il,
1505.1 - R1001.14.3 1, II, I
1505.1.2 I. NFPA 13

8.15.1.2.7 IV
115922(a) 11.1.1.1 II, III, IV
3109.2 11.2.3.1.1.1 II, III, IV
3109.2.1.1- NFPA 13D
3109.2.1.4 7.1.2 II, III, IV
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2022 California Fire Code
Section No. Section No.
112.4 IV 2808.2
112.4.2 IV 2808.3
202 IV 2808.4
304.1.2 2808.7
305.6 2808.9
2808.11
307 2808.11.1
2808.11.2
2808.12
2808.13
2808.14 IV
2808.15 IV
324 2808.16 IV
325 4907.3
326 5001.5.2 IV
327 5003.1.1.1
5608.2 IV
5608.3 IV
5801.1 IV
1, II, III, IV NFPA 13
IV NFPA 13D
903.2 1, II, III NFPA 14 IV
903.2.8 II, III NFPA 24
903.3.5.3 1, Il
2801.2 IV
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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 1st day of November, 2022.

Elaine Gennawey, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Marissa J. Asistin, City Clerk
Attachment B
Draft Ordinance No. 2022-219 (2022 California Building Codes and Related Codes Draft ORDINANCE NO. 2022-219

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LAGUNA NIGUEL, CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2022 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE; THE 2022 CALIFORNIA
ADMINISTRATIVE CODE; THE 2021 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY
MAINTENANCE CODE; AND THE 2021 INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING
POOL AND SPA CODE; TOGETHER WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS,
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, AND PENALTIES; AND AMENDING TITLE 8

OF THE LAGUNA NIGUEL MUNICIPAL CODE
The City Council of the City of Laguna Niguel does ordain as follows:

SECTION 1. RECITALS
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 50022.1 et seq. the City of Laguna Niguel may adopt by reference codes comprising the California Building Standards Code, 2022 Edition, as provided in Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations.

2. The California Building Standards Commission adopted the 2022 California Building Standards Code which will take effect on January 1, 2023.

California Health & Safety Code Section 17958.5 authorizes cities and counties to modify building standards in the California Building Standards Code by adopting more restrictive standards and modifications if such standards and modifications are supported by express findings that they are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions.

The Laguna Niguel Community Development Department and/or the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) have recommended that changes and modifications be made to the California Building Standards Code, including modifications to certain building standards, in order to more fully safeguard life and property due to local conditions in the City of Laguna Niguel. Other recommended changes and modifications are of an administrative or procedural nature, or concern themselves with subjects not covered by the Codes.

On November 1, 2022, the City Council conducted and concluded a duly noticed public hearing as required by California Government Code Section 50022.3, to consider adoption of this Ordinance.
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SECTION 2. CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE AND RELATED CODES
Article 2, entitled "2019 California Building Code and Related Codes", of Division 1, entitled "Buildings and Construction Generally," of Title 8 of the Laguna Niguel Municipal Code, entitled "Building Regulations," is hereby repealed provided that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of said Code occurring prior to the effective date of this Ordinance. A new Article 2, entitled "2022 Edition of the California Building Code and Related Codes", is added to Division 1, entitled "Buildings and Construction Generally," of Title 8 of the Laguna Niguel Municipal Code, entitled "Building Regulations," to read as follows:
"ARTICLE 2. 2022 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE AND RELATED CODES Sec. 8-1-12. Adoption of 2022 California Building Code and Related Codes For the purpose of prescribing regulations for the erecting, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, improving, removal, conversion, demolition, occupancy, equipment, use, height, area and maintenance of all buildings and structures in the City, the City Council hereby adopts by reference the following codes in their entirety subject to the amendments, additions and deletions set forth hereinafter:
(a) 2022 Edition of the California Building Code, based on the 2021 International Building Code as published by the International Code Council; (b) 2022 Edition of the California Residential Code, based on the 2021 International Residential Code as published by the International Code Council;
(C) 2022 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code, as published by the California Building Standards Commission;
(d) 2022 Edition of the California Electrical Code, based on the 2020 National Electrical Code as published by BNi Publications, Inc;
(e) 2022 Edition of the California Plumbing Code, based on the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code as published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials;
(f) 2022 Edition of the California Mechanical Code, based on the 2021 Uniform Mechanical Code as published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials;
(g) 2022 Edition of the California Administrative Code as published by the International Code Council;
(h) 2021 Edition of the International Property Maintenance Code, as published by the International Code Council; and,
(i) 2021 Edition of the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, as published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials.
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The provisions of these Codes, as amended in this Title, shall constitute the Building Regulations of the City of Laguna Niguel. The foregoing Codes are on file for public examination in the office of the Building Official. One copy of the each of the Codes adopted herein is filed in the office of the City Clerk.

Sec. 8-1-13. 2022 California Building Code - Chapter 1, Scope and Administration, amended
Chapter 1, Division II, Scope and Administration, is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

Section 104.8 Liability is amended to include the following:

The provisions of this section shall apply if the Building Official or his/her authorized representative are employees of this jurisdiction and shall also apply if the Building Official or his/her authorized representative are acting under contract as agents of this jurisdiction.

Section 105.2 'Work Exempt from Permit' is amended to revise Item Nos. 2 and 9 and remove Item No. 4 as follows:
105.2. Work Exempt from Permit:

2. Walls, fences and/or gates less than 42 inches in height.

4. (Removed).

9. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a Group R-3 occupancy that are 18 inches deep or less, do not exceed 5,000 gallons and are installed entirely above ground.

Section 105.3.2.1 is hereby added as follows:
105.3.2.1 Applications for a permit for any proposed work submitted as the result of a Code Enforcement written Notice of Violation for which no permit is issued shall be deemed to have expired 60 days from the date of filing. The Building Official is authorized to grant extensions of time for justifiable good cause. The extension shall be requested by the owner or designee in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated.

Section 105.5 'Expiration' is hereby amended to read as follows:
105.5 Expiration of building permit. Every permit issued shall become expired unless the work on the site authorized by such permit is commenced within 12 months after its issuance unless the permittee has abandoned the work authorized by the permit, or if the work authorized on the site by such permit is - 3-
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suspended pursuant to Health & Safety Code (H&SC) Section 18938.5(b)(2)(C). For the purpose of this section, the existence of circumstances or facts leading the Building Official to conclude that the work has ceased with no apparent intent to recommence, or otherwise that the work cannot be performed shall be deemed to be abandonment of work as referenced in H&SC Section 18938.6. The Building Official is authorized to grant, in writing, one or more extensions of time, for periods not more than 180 days each, subject to Section 105.5.2. As a condition of granting any permit extension, the Building Official may require the payment of permit fees based on the remainder of work to be completed. The Building Official shall not grant an extension unless the permittee submits a written application and demonstrates that there is justifiable cause for the extension requested in accordance with the findings set forth in Section 105.5.2.

Section 105.5.2 'Extensions of building permit' is hereby added to read as follows:
105.5.2 Extensions of building permit. Upon written request of the owner or designee, the Building Official may grant one or more extensions of the period for completion of construction, in writing, each for a period not to exceed 180 days. The written request must demonstrate justifiable cause for the extension to the Building Official, who shall have the authority to make such a determination that justifiable cause exists to grant the extension. The Building Official shall not find that justifiable cause exists to grant the extension unless the Building Official make all of the following findings: (1) that due to circumstances beyond the owner's or permittee's control, construction could not be completed within the time frame allowed by this section; (2) that reasonable progress has been made; (3) that the condition of the property presents no health or safety hazard; and (4) that the continued delay will not create any unreasonable visual or physical detriment to the neighborhood. Any request for extension shall be submitted not less than 15 days prior to the expiration date of the building permit. The Building Official shall have the discretion to deny any extension requested, or to grant an extension of less than 180 days based on the extension application
Section 105.8 'Maintenance of residential property during remodeling' is hereby added to read as follows:
105.8 Maintenance of residential property during remodeling. During remodeling, all property shall be maintained in a reasonably clean and well- kept manner. All lumber and building materials shall be neatly piled or stacked in a safe manner and stored in the rear yard of the residential property or inside of the building construction perimeter except that building materials may be stored in a front yard for a period not to exceed 60 days. Properties shall be secured by fencing when the Building Official determines fencing is necessary for public safety and/or welfare.
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Section 105.9 'Reconstruction' is hereby added to read as follows:
105.9 Reconstruction. If the value of the reconstruction (or renovations) of a building is equal to or exceeds 75% of the value of the building, the entire building shall comply with the code provisions for new construction. The value ot the reconstruction (or renovation) tor a property shall include the value of all construction stemming trom construction-related permits issued within the last two years.

Section 112.4 'Underground utilities required' is added to read as follows:
112.4. Underground utilities required. The Building Official shall, as a condition precedent to the issuance of a building permit, require all utility services located within the exterior boundary lines of a lot or parcel of property to be installed underground if:

1. The property is to be developed with a new or relocated main building.

2. The remodeling, alteration or addition to an existing main building exceeds 50% of the value or area of the existing building.

3. A residential building or use is converted to any
nonresidential use or purpose.

For purposes of this section, the term "main building" shall mean a building in which is conducted the principal use of the lot or building site on which it is located.

The owner or developer of the property is responsible for complying with the requirements of this section and shall provide all necessary facilities on the property to receive such service from the supplying utilities.

If it is determined that practical difficulties or unreasonable hardships inconsistent with the purposes of this chapter and unique to a particular parcel of property would result from the literal interpretation of this section, the Building Official may waive, modify or delay the imposition of any under- grounding requirement imposed pursuant to the section upon written application of any affected property owner. If the Building Official determines to delay the installation of required underground utilities, a recorded agreement guaranteeing the future performance of the work may be required, together with adequate performance security enforceable by the City in the form of a cash Corsit, bond letter of credit or other instrument satisfactory to the City - 5-
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For purposes of this section, appurtenances and associated equipment, such as but not limited to surface-mounted transformers, pedestal-mounted terminal boxes and meter cabinets, and concealed ducts in an underground system, may be placed above ground.

Sec. 8-1-14. 2022 California Building Code - Chapter 2, Definitions, amended Section 202 General Definitions is hereby amended by adding "OCFA" and "Spark Arrester" in alphabetical order, as follows:

OCFA. The Orange County Fire Authority which is the fire department/authority having jurisdiction.

SPARK ARRESTER. A listed device constructed of noncombustible material specifically for the purpose of meeting one of the following conditions:

Removing and retaining carbon and other flammable
particles/debris from the exhaust flow of an internal
combustion engine in accordance with California Vehicle Code Section 38366.

2. Fireplaces that burn solid fuel in accordance with
California Building Code Chapter 28.

Sec. 8-1-15. 2022 California Building Code - Chapter 5, General Building Heights and Areas, amended
Section 502.1 'Address identification' is hereby amended as follows:
502.1 Address identification. New and existing buildings shall be provided with approved address identification. The address identification shall be legible and placed in a position that is visible from the street or road fronting the property.

Address identification characters shall contrast with their background. Address numbers shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical letters. Numbers shall not be spelled out. Each character shall be not less than 4 inches in height with a stroke width of not less than 0.5 inch. For R-3 and other occupancies the numbers shall be a minimum of 6 inches high with a minimum stroke width of 1 inch. Where required by the fire code official, address identification shall be provided in additional approved locations to facilitate emergency response.

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Sec. 8-1-16. Chapter 7A, Materials and Construction Methods for Exterior Wildfire Exposure, amended
Section 701A.3 'Application' is hereby amended as follows:
701A.3 Application. New buildings located in any Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone or any Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area designated by the enforcing agency constructed after the application date shall comply with Chapter 7A
Additions to buildinas and accessory structures located in areas current! designated as such, shall comply with the provisions of this chapter lister

1. Vents 706A. 1 General

2. Decking 709A. 1 General

3. Accessory Structures 710A. 1 General
Exceptions:

1. Buildings of an accessory character classified as a Group U occupancy and not exceeding 120 square feet in floor area, when located at least 30 feet from an applicable building.

2. Buildings of an accessory character classified as a Group U buidpancy of any size located at least 50 feet from an applicable

3. Buildings classified as a Group U Agricultural Building, as defined in Section 202 of this code (see also Appendix C - Group U Agricultural Buildings), when located at least 50 feet from an applicable building.

4. Additions with a valuation less than $50,000.

Sec. 8-1-17. 2022 California Building Code - Chapter 9, Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems, amended
Section 903.2 'Where required' is hereby amended to read as follows:
903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in buildings and structures shall be provided when one of the following conditions exists:
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1. New buildings: Notwithstanding any applicable provisions of Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.19, an automatic fire- extinguishing system shall also be installed in all
occupancies when the total building area exceeds 5,000
square feet as defined in Section 202, regardless of fire areas or allowable area.

Exception: Subject to approval by the Fire Code Official, open parking garages in accordance with Section 406.5 of the California Building Code.

Exception: Additions to Group R-3 occupancies shall comply with Section 903.2.8.2.

Section 903.2.8 'Group R' is hereby amended to read as follows:
903.2.8 Group R. An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3 shall be provided throughout all buildings with a Group R fire area as follows:

1. New Buildings: An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all new buildings.

2. Existing Buildings: An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout when one of the following
conditions exists:
a. When the floor area of alterations within any two-year period exceeds 50% of gross floor area of the existing
structure and the building gross floor area exceeds
5,500 square feet.
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b. When an existing Group R Occupancy is being
substantially renovated, and where the scope of the
renovation is such that the Building Code Official
determines that the complexity of installing a sprinkler system would be similar as in a new building.

Section 903.3.5.3 Hydraulically calculated systems is hereby added 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.

Exception: When static pressure exceeds 100 pound per square inch (psi), and when required by the Fire Code Official, the fire sprinkler system shall not exceed the water supply capacity specified by Table 903.3.5.3.

TABLE 903.3.5.3
Hydraulically Calculated Systems
Design%
75-
80-
85 90
100 110 120 130 140 150 PSI
Sec. 8-1-18. 2022 California Building Code - Chapter 15, Roof Assemblies and Roof Structures, amended
Table 1505.1 is amended to read as follows:

TABLE 1505.1

MINIMUM ROOF COVERING CLASSIFICATION FOR

TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION
IA IB lIA lIB HIA HIB VA VB

A A A LA A
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Section 1505.1.2 'Roof Coverings within all other areas' is amended to read as follows:
1505.1.2 Roof Coverings within all other areas. The entire roof covering of every existing structure where more than 50% of the total roof area is replaced within any one-year period, the entire roof covering of every new structure, and any roof covering applied in the alteration, repair or replacement of the roof of every existing structure, shall be a fire-retardant roof covering that is at least Class A
Section 1505.5 is amended by deletion of the entire section.

Section 1505.7 is amended by deletion of the entire section.

Sec. 8-1-19. 2022 California Building Code - Chapter 31, Special Construction, amended
Section 115922(a) of Section 3109.2 California Swimming Pool Safety Act (statewide) is hereby amended as follows:
115922 (a) Except as provided in Section 115925, when a building permit is issued for the construction of a new swimming pool or spa or the remodeling of an existing swimming pool or spa, at a private, single-family home the respective swimming pool or spa shall be equipped with Item No. 1 and at least one additional of the following seven drowning prevention safety features:

1. An enclosure that meets the requirements of Section
115923 and isolates the swimming pool or spa from the
private single-family home. Any walls of the single-family structure or accessory structures used to complete the
isolation enclosure must have door openings equipped
with protection as required in Item No. 4 or No. 5. Any such door protection device provided for this purpose
may not be used to comply with the second drowning
prevention feature.

2. Removable mesh pool fencing that meets American
Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Specifications F2286 standards in conjunction with a gate that is self- closing and self-latching and can accommodate a key
lockable device. The mesh fencing setback shall be not
less than 20 inches from the water's edge.

3. An approved safety pool cover, as defined in subdivision (d) of Section 115921.
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4. Exit alarms on the private single-family home's doors that rovide direct access to the swimming pool or spa. Th
xit alarm may cause either an alarm noise or a verb:
warning, such as repeating notification that "the door to the pool is open".

5. A self-closing, self-latching device with a release
mechanism placed no lower than 54 inches (1372mm)
above the floor on the private single-family home's doors providing direct access to the pool or spa.

6. An alarm that, when placed in a swimming pool or spa, Will sound upon detection of accidental or unauthorized entrance into the water. These pool alarms shall meet
and be independently certified to the ASTM Standard
F2208 "Standard Safety Specification for Residential
Pool Alarms" which includes surface motion, pressure,
sonar, laser and infrared type alarms. A swimming
protection alarm feature designed for individual use,
including an alarm attached to a child that sounds when the child exceeds a certain distance or becomes
submerged in water, is not a qualifying drowning safety prevention feature.

7. Other means of protection, if the degree of protection afforded is equal to or greater than that afforded by any of the features set forth above and have been
independently verified by an approved testing laboratory as meeting standards for those devices established by
the ASTM or the American Society of Testing Mechanical
Engineers (ASME).

Prior to the issuance of any final approval for the completion of permitted construction or remodeling work, the local building code official shall inspect the drowning safety prevention devices required by this act and if no violations are found, shall give final approval.

Section 3109.2.1 'Residential swimming pools' is hereby added to read as follows:
3109.2.1 Residential swimming pools.
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hazards associated with a swimming pool and the need to maintain the barrier requirements set forth in Sections 3109.4.1.1 through 3109.4.1.9 3109.2.1.2 Maintenance. Failure to maintain the barrier or comply with all provisions of this section may result in an enforcement action by the City requiring the immediate draining of the pool. The pool shall not be refilled until such time compliance has been achieved with all provisions of this section. All swimming pool water shall be maintained in a clear condition, which is free of algae, insects, debris, and in a sanitary condition.
3109.2.1.3 Approval. Plaster inspection or approval to fill the pool with water shall be withheld by the Building Official until there has been compliance with all provisions of this article.
3109.2.1.4 Modifications. When there are practical difficulties involved in carrying out the provisions of this section, the Building Official may grant modifications for individual cases. The Building Official shall first find that a special individual reason makes the strict letter of this section impractical and that the modification is in conformance with the intent and purpose of this section and that such modification does not lessen the degree of protection afforded by the provisions of this section. The details of any action granting modifications shall be recorded and entered into the files of the Community Development Department, including the building permit file for the respective property."
SECTION 3. CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE
Article 9, entitled "California Residential Code - Amendments", of Division 1, entitled "Buildings and Construction Generally," of Title 8 of the Laguna Niguel Municipal Code, entitled "Building Regulations, ," is hereby repealed provided that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of said Code occurring prior to the effective date of this Ordinance. A new Article 9, entitled "California Residential Code" is added to Division 1, entitled "Buildings and Construction Generally," of Title 8 of the Laguna Niguel Municipal Code, entitled "Building Regulations," to read as follows:

ARTICLE 9. CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE - AMENDMENTS
Sec. 8-1-900. Chapter 2, Definitions, amended
Section R202 'Definitions' is hereby amended by adding, in alphabetical order, "OCFA" and "Spark Arrester" as follows:

OCFA. The Orange County Fire Authority which is the fire department/authority having jurisdiction.
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SPARK ARRESTER. A listed device constructed of noncombustible material specifically for the purpose of meeting one of the following conditions:

1. Removing and retaining carbon and other flammable particles/debris from the exhaust flow of an internal combustion engine in accordance with California Vehicle Code Section 38366.

2. Fireplaces that burn solid fuel in accordance with California Building Code Chapter 28.

Sec. 8-1-901. Chapter 3, Building Planning, amended
Chapter 3 'Building Planning' is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments and additions:

Table R301.2 'Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria' is amended as follows:

TABLE R301.2(1)

CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA

SUBJECT TO DAMAGE

WIND DESIGN FROM
GROUND Speed SEISMIC Frost ICE BARRIER
SNOW d Topographic DESIGN line Tomo BEEN USELENT HAZAROS TREND AVEN LOAD (mph) effects k CATEGORY Weathering Depth b
Very See
Zero 85 No Dr or E Severe 12-24" Heavy 43 No Exhibit B 60 For SI: 1 pound per square foot = 0.0479 kPa, 1 mile per hour = 0.447 m/s. a. Weathering may require a higher strength concrete or grade of masonry than necessary to satisfy the structural requirements of this code. The weathering column shall be filled in with the weathering index (i.e., "negligible," "moderate" or "severe") for concrete as determined from the Weathering Probability Map [Figure R301.2(3)]. The grade of masonry units shall be determined from ASTM C 34, C 55, C 62, C 73, C 90, C 129, C 145, C 216 or C 652. b. The frost line depth may require deeper footings than indicated in Figure R403.1(1). The jurisdiction shall fill in the frost line depth column with the minimum depth of footing below finish The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table to indicate the need for protection depending on whether there has been a history of local subterranean termite damage.

The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the wind speed from the basic wind speed map [Figure R301.2( 4)]. Wind exposure category shall be determined on a site-specific basis in accordance with Section R301.2.1.4.
e. Temperatures shall be permitted to reflect local climates or local weather experience as determined by the Building Official.
f. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the seismic design category determined from Section R301.2.2.1.
g. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with (a) the date of the jurisdiction's entry into the National Flood Insurance Program (date of adoption of the first code or ordinance for management of flood hazard areas, (b) the date(s) of the Flood Insurance Study and (c) the panel numbers and dates of all currently effective FIRMs and FBMs or other flood hazard map adopted by the authority having jurisdiction, as amended h. In accordance with Sections R905.2.7.1, R905.4.3.1, R905.5.3.1, R905.6.3.1, R905.7.3.1 and R905.8.3.1, where there has been a history of local damage from the effects of ice damming, - 13 -
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the jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with "YES." Otherwise, the jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with "NO."
i. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the 100-year return period air freezing index (BF-days) from Figure R403.3(2) or from the 100-year (99%) value on the National Climatic Center data table "Air Freezing Index- USA Method (Base 32°)" at www.ncdc.noaa.gov/fpsf.htrnl.
j. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the mean annual temperature from the National Climatic Data Center data table "Air Freezing Index-USA Method (Base 32°F)" at www.ncdc.noaa.gov/fpsf.html.
k. In accordance with Section R301.2.1.5, where there is local historical data documenting structural damage to buildings due to topographic wind speed-up effects, the jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with "YES." Otherwise, the jurisdiction shall indicate "NO" in this part of the table.

Section R301.9 'Fuel modification requirements for new construction' is hereby added as follows:

R301.9 Fuel Modification Requirements for New Construction. All new structures and facilities adjoining land containing hazardous combustible vegetation shall be approved and in accordance with the requirements of OCFA Guideline C-05 "Vegetation Management Guideline - Technical Design for new Construction Fuel Modification Plans and Maintenance Program." Section R309.6 'Fire sprinkler attached garages, and carports with habitable space above' is hereby amended by modifying the exception to read as follows:

Exception: An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall not be required when additions or alterations are made to existing carports and/or garages that do not have an automatic fire sprinkler system installed unless a sprinkler system is required in accordance with California Fire Code Section 903.2.8.

Section R313.1 'Townhouse automatic fire sprinkler systems' is hereby amended by modifying the exception to read as follows:

Exception: An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall not be required when additions or alterations are made to existing townhouses that do not have an automatic fire sprinkler system installed unless a sprinkler system is required in accordance with California Fire Code Section 903.2.8.

Section R313.2 'One- and two-family dwellings automatic fire sprinkler systems' is hereby amended by modifying exception No. 1 to read as follows:

1. An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall not be required tor additions or alterations to existing buildings that are not already provided with an automatic sprinkler system unless a sprinkler system is required in accordance with California Fire Code, OCFA Local Amendments, Section 903.2.8.
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Section R313.3.6.2.2 'Calculation procedure' is hereby amended as follows:

Section R313.3.6.2.2 Calculation procedure. Determination of the required size for water distribution piping shall be in accordance with the following procedure and California Fire Code Section 903.3.5.

Section R337.1.3 'Application' is hereby amended as follows:

R337.1.3 Application. New buildings located in any Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone or any Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area designated by the enforcing agency constructed after the application date shall comply with Chapter 7A.

Additions to buildings and accessory structures located in any areas currently designated as such, shall comply with the provisions of this chapter listed below.

1. Vents 706A. 1 General

2. Decking 709A. 1 General

3. Accessory Structures 710A. 1 General
Exceptions:

1. Buildings of an accessory character classified as a Group U occupancy and not exceeding 120 square feet in floor area, when located at least 30 feet from an applicable building.

2. Buildings of an accessory character classified as a Group U occupancy of any size located at least 50 feet from an applicable building.

4. Additions with a valuation less than $50,000.

Sec. 8-1-902. Chapter 4, Foundations, amended
Section R405.1 Foundation Drainage is amended as follows:

R405.1 'Concrete or masonry foundations' is amended by deleting the "Exception" from the end of this section for foundations installed on well-drained ground or sand- gravel mixture soils.
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Sec. 8-1-903. Chapter 9, Roof Assemblies, amended
Section R902.1 'Roofing covering materials' is amended as follows:

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

Exceptions:

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

2. Class A roof assemblies also include ferrous or copper shingles or sheets, metal sheets, clay or concrete roof tile, or slate installed on noncombustible decks.

Section R902.1.2 'Roof Coverings in all other areas' is amended as follows:

R902.1.2 Roof Coverings in all other areas. The entire roof covering of every existing structure where more than 50% of the total roof area is replaced within any one-year period, the entire roof covering of every new structure, and any roof covering applied in the alteration, repair or replacement of the roof of every existing structure, shall be a fire-retardant roof covering that is a Class A.

Section R902.2 'Fire-retardant-treated shingles and shakes' is amended as follows:

R902.2 Fire-retardant-treated shingles and shakes. Wood shakes and shingles are not allowed within the City of Laguna Niguel.

Sec. 8-1-904. Chapter 10, Chimneys and Fireplaces, amended Section R1001.14 'Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, fire rings, or similar devices' is hereby added as follows:

R1001.14 Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, fire rings, or similar devices. Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, fire rings, or similar exterior devices shall comply with this section.

Exception: Barbeques, grills, and other portable devices intended solely for cooking.
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Section R1001.14.1 'Gas-fueled devices' is hereby added as follows:

R1001.14.1 Gas-fueled devices. Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits and similar devices fueled by natural gas or liquefied-petroleum gas are allowed when approved by the Building Department and the device is designed to only burn a gas flame and not wood or other solid fuel. At R-3 occupancies, combustible construction shall not be located within three feet of an atmospheric column that extends vertically from the perimeter of the device. Where a permanent Building Department approved hood and vent is installed, combustible construction may encroach upon this column between the bottom of the hood and the vent opening. Where chimneys or vents are installed, they shall have a spark arrester in accordance with Section R1003.9.2.

Section R1001.14.2 'Devices using wood or fuels other than natural gas or liquefied-petroleum gas' is hereby added as follows:

R1001.14.2 Devices using wood or fuels other than natural gas or liquefied- petroleum gas. Fireplaces burning wood or other solid fuel shall be constructed in accordance with Section R1001. Fires in a fireplace shall be contained within a firebox with an attached chimney. The opening in the face of the firebox shall have an installed and maintained method of arresting sparks. The burning of wood or other solid fuel in a device is not allowed within 15 feet of combustible structures, unless within a permanent or portable fireplace.

Section R1001.14.3 'Where prohibited' is hereby added as follows:

R1001.14.3 Where prohibited. The burning of wood and other solid fuels shall not be conducted within a fuel modification zone. Wood and other solid fuel burning fires in devices other than permanent fireplaces are not allowed within Wildfire Risk Areas (WRA) and adopted Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ) or in locations where conditions could cause the spread of fire to the WRA or FHSZ, unless determined by the Fire Code Official that the location or design of the device should reasonably prevent the start of a wildfire.

Sec. 8-1-905. Chapter 44, Referenced Standards, amended NFPA 13, 2022 Edition, 'Standard for the installation of sprinkler systems' is hereby amended as follows:

Section 8.15.1.2.7 is hereby amended as follows:

8.15.1.2.7 Concealed spaces filled with noncombustible insulation shall not require sprinkler protection when approved by Fire Code Official.

Section 11.1.1.1 is hereby added as follows:
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11.1.1.1 When fire sprinkler systems are required in buildings of undetermined use other than warehouses, they shall be designed and installed to have a fire sprinkler density of not less than that required for an Ordinary Hazard Group 2 use, with no reduction(s) in density or design area. Warehouse fire sprinkler systems shall be designed to Figure 16.2.1.3.2 (d) curve "G". ". Use is considered undetermined if a specific tenant/occupant is not identified at the time the sprinkler plan is submitted. Where a subsequent use or occupancy requires a system with greater capability, it shall be the responsibility of the occupant to upgrade the system to the required density for the new use or occupancy.

Section 11.2.3.1.1.1 is hereby added as follows:

11.2.3.1.1.1 The available water supply for fire sprinkler system design shall be determined by one of the following methods, as approved by the Fire Code Official:

1. Subtract the project site elevation from the low water level for the appropriate pressure zone and multiply the result by 0.433;

2. Use a maximum of 40 psi, if available;

3. Utilize the OCFA water-flow test form/directions to
document a flow test conducted by the local water
agency or an approved third party licensed in the State of California.

NFPA 13D 2022 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes is hereby amended as follows:

Section 7.1.2 is hereby amended as follows:

7.1.2 The sprinkler system piping shall not have separate control valves installed unless supervised by a central station, proprietary, or remote station alarm service."
SECTION 4. CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
Article 10, entitled "California Green Building Standards Code", of Division 1, entitled "Buildings and Construction Generally," of Title 8 of the Laguna Niguel Municipal Code, entitled "Building Regulations," is hereby repealed provided that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of said Code occurring prior to the effective date of this Ordinance. A new Article 10, entitled "California Green Building Standards Code", is added to Division 1, entitled "Buildings and Construction Regulations fo read as foffs: Laguna Niguel Municipal Code, entited "Building - 18 -
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"ARTICLE 10. CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
Sec. 8-1-1000. Adoption
As adopted in Section 8-1-12, the 2022 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code shall be the Green Building Standards Code of the City, regulating the construction, alteration, movement, repair, equipment, use, and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal, demolition, of every building or structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or SECTION 5. INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE
Municipal Code, entitled "Building Regulations," is hereby repealed provided that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of said Code occurring prior to the effective date of this Ordinance. A new Article 7, entitled "International Property Maintenance Code", is added to Division 1, entitled "Buildings and Construction Generally," of Title 8 of the Laguna Niguel Municipal Code, entitled "Building Regulations," is to read as follows:
"ARTICLE 7. INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE
Sec. 8-1-200. Adoption
As adopted in Section 8-1-12, there is hereby designated by the City Council, for the purpose of prescribing minimum maintenance standards for basic equipment, light, ventilation, heating, sanitation, and fire safety, that certain code known as International Property Maintenance Code, 2021 Edition, as published by the International Code Council."
SECTION 6. CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE
Article 1, entitled "California Electrical Code," of Division 2, entitled "Electrical Code," of Title 8 of the Laguna Niguel Municipal Code, entitled "Building Regulations," is hereby repealed, provided that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of said Code occurring prior to the effective date of this Ordinance. A new Article 1, entitled "California Electrical Code", is added to Division 2, entitled "Electrical Code, of Title 8 of the Laguna Niguel Municipal Code, entitled "Building Regulations," to read as follows:
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"ARTICLE 1. CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE
Sec. 8-2-1 Adoption of the California Electrical Code
As adopted in Section 8-1-12, the 2022 Edition of the California Electrical Code, based on the 2020 National Electrical Code as published by the National Fire Protection Association, shall be the Electrical Code of the City, regulating all installation, arrangement, alteration, repair, use and other operation of electrical wiring, connections, fixtures and other electrical appliances on premises within the City."
SECTION 7. CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE
Article 1, entitled "California Plumbing Code", of Division 3, entitled "Plumbing and Swimming Pool Regulations," of Title 8 of the Laguna Niguel Municipal Code, entitled "Building Regulations, " is hereby repealed, provided that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of said Code occurring prior to the effective date of this Ordinance. A new Article 1, entitled "California Plumbing Code", ", is added to Division 3, entitled "Plumbing and Swimming Pool Regulations," of Title 8 of the Laguna Niguel Municipal Code, entitled "Building Regulations," " to read as follows:
"ARTICLE 1. CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE
Sec. 8-3-1. Adoption of the California Plumbing Code
As adopted in Section 8-1-12, the 2022 Edition of the California Plumbing Code, based on the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code as published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, shall be the Plumbing Code of the City, regulating erection, installation, alteration, repair, relocation, replacement, maintenance or use of plumbing systems within the City."
SECTION 8. INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE
Article 2, entitled "International Swimming Pool and Spa Code," of Division 3, entitled "Plumbing and Swimming Pool Regulations," of Title 8 of the Laguna Niguel Municipal Code, entitled "Building Regulations," is hereby repealed, provided that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of said Code occurring prior to the effective date of this Ordinance. A new Article 2, entitled "International Swimming Pool And Spa Code," is added to Division 3, entitled "Plumbing and Swimming Pool Regulations," of Title 8 of the Laguna Niguel Municipal Code, entitled "Building Regulations," to read as follows:
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"ARTICLE 2. INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE
Sec. 8-3-25. Adoption of International Swimming Pool and Spa Code As adopted in Section 8-1-12, the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, 2021 Edition, as published by the International Code Council shall be the Swimming Pool and Spa Code of the City.

SECTION 9. CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE
Article 1, entitled "California Mechanical Code", of Division 5, entitled "Mechanical and Solar Energy Appliances," of Title 8 of the Laguna Niguel Municipal Code, entitled "Building Regulations," is hereby repealed provided that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of said Code occurring prior to the effective date of this Ordinance. A new Article 1, entitled "California Mechanical Code", is added to Division 5, entitled "Mechanical Code" ", of Title 8 of the Laguna Niguel Municipal Code, entitled "Building Regulations," to read as follows:
"ARTICLE 1. CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE
Sec. 8-5-1. Adoption of the California Mechanical Code
As adopted in Section 8-1-12, the 2022 Edition of the California Mechanical Code, based on the 2021 Uniform Mechanical Code as published by the IAMPO, shall be the Mechanical Code of the City, regulating and controlling the design, construction, installation, quality of materials, location, operation and maintenance of heating, ventilating, cooling, refrigeration systems, incinerators and other miscellaneous heat producing appliances."
SECTION 10. CALIFORNIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
Division 7, entitled "California Administrative Code," of Title 8 of the Laguna Niguel Municipal Code, entitled "Building Regulations," is repealed provided that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of said Code occurring prior to the effective date of this Ordinance. A new Division 7, entitled "California Administrative Code," is added to Title 8 of the Laguna Niguel Municipal Code, entitled "Building Regulations," to read as follows:
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"DIVISION 7. CALIFORNIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
Sec. 8-7-1 Adoption of the California Administrative Code The 2022 Edition of the California Administrative Code, as published by the International Code Council, shall be the Administrative Code of the City. The California Administrative Code is on file for public examination in the office of the Building Official. One copy of the code is now filed in the office of the City Clerk. This code is hereby adopted and incorporated as through set forth in full in this section."
SECTION 11. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Pursuant to Section 15060(c)(2) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, the City Council finds that this Ordinance will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment and therefore is not subject to the CEQA. Additionally, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) the activity is not a "project" as defined in Section 15378 because it has no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly.

SECTION 12. EFFECTIVE DATE
This Ordinance and all codes referenced shall take effect the later of 30 days from the adoption of this Ordinance, or January 1, 2023. Projects for which a building permit application and building plans have been submitted prior to the effective date of this Ordinance, and for which building permits have been obtained within 365 days from the effective date of this Ordinance, shall be exempt from the provisions of this Ordinance. Projects for which a building permit application and building plans have been submitted prior to the effective date of this Ordinance, and building permits have not been obtained within 365 days from the effective date of this Ordinance, shall be subject to all provisions of this Ordinance and the codes referenced.

SECTION 13. SEVERABILITY
If any section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance, is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court or competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance, and each section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrases, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof, be declared invalid or unconstitutional.
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SECTION 14. CITY CLERK'S CERTIFICATION
The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and cause the same to be posted at the duly designated posting places within the City and published once within fifteen (15) days after passage and adoption as required by law; or, in the alternative, the City Clerk may cause to be published a summary of this Ordinance and post a certified copy of the text of this Ordinance in the Office of the City Clerk five (5) days prior to the date of adoption of this Ordinance, and, within fifteen (15) days after adoption, the City Clerk shall cause to be published the aforementioned summary and shall post a certified copy of this Ordinance, together with the vote for and against the same, in the Office of the City Clerk.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of November, 2022.

Elaine Gennawey, Mayor
ATTEST:

Marissa J. Asistin, City Clerk
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Ordinance No. 2022-220 (2022 California Fire Code)
ORDINANCE NO. 2022-220

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LAGUNA NIGUEL, CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2022 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE,

TOGETHER WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, DELETIONS, ADDITIONS
AND PENALTIES, AND AMENDING TITLE 11 OF THE LAGUNA

NIGUEL MUNICIPAL CODE
The City Council of the City of Laguna Niguel does ordain as follows:

SECTION 1. RECITALS
Pursuant to California Government Code section 50022.1 et seq. the City of Laguna Niguel may adopt by reference codes comprising the California Building Standards Code, 2022 Edition, as provided in Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations.

The California Building Standards Commission adopted the 2022 California Buildings Standards Code which will take effect January 1, 2023.

California Health & Safety Code Section 17958.5 authorizes cities and counties to modify the California Fire Code by adopting more restrictive standards and modifications if such standards and modifications are supported by express findings that they are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions.

4. The Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA), which serves as the City's Fire Department, has recommended that changes and modifications be made to the 2022 Edition of the California Fire Code in order to more fully safeguard life and property due to local conditions in the City of Laguna Niguel. Other recommended changes and modifications are of an administrative or procedural nature, or concern themselves with subjects not covered by the Code.

5. On November 9, 2022, the City Council conducted and concluded a duly noticed public hearing as required by California Government Code Section 50022.3, to consider adoption of this Ordinance.

SECTION 2. ADOPTION OF THE 2022 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE AND

AMENDMENTS THERETO
Article 1, entitled "2019 Edition of the California Fire Code," of Division 3, entitled "Fire Protection and Explosives," of Title 11 of the Laguna Niguel Municipal Code entitled "Public Morals, Safety and Welfare," is hereby repealed. A new Article 1, entitled "2022 Edition of the California Fire Code," is added to Division 3, entitled "Fire Protection and Explosives," of Title 11 of the Laguna Niguel Municipal Code, entitled "Public Morals, Safety and Welfare," to read as follows:
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"ARTICLE 1. 2022 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE
Sec. 11-3-1. Adoption of the 2022 Edition of the California Fire Code Except as hereinafter provided, the 2022 Edition of the California Fire Code, based on the 2021 Edition of the International Fire Code, as published by the International Code Council, is hereby adopted by reference by the City of Laguna Niguel for the purpose of prescribing regulations governing conditions hazardous to life and property from fire and explosion hazards, save and except such portions as are hereinafter added, deleted, modified or amended. One copy of all the above is now on file in the office of the City Clerk for public inspection. This code is adopted with the same force and effect as through set out herein in full.

Sec. 11-3-2. Chapter 1, Scope and Administration, amended.

Chapter 1, Scope and Administration is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

Section 112.4 'Violation penalties' is hereby amended to read as follows:
112.4 Violation penalties. Persons who shall violate a provision of this code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or shall fail to comply with any issued orders or notices or who shall erect, install, alter, repair or do work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the Fire Code Official, or of a permit or certificate used under provisions of this code, shall be subject to penalties assessed as prescribed in the OCFA Prevention Field Services adopted fee schedule. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense.

Section 112.4.2 'Infraction and misdemeanor' is hereby added as follows:
112.4.2 Infraction and misdemeanor. Persons operating or maintaining any occupancy, premises or vehicle subject to this code that shall permit any fire or life safety hazard to exist on premises under their control shall be guilty of an infraction. Persons who fail to take immediate action to abate a fire or life safety hazard when ordered or notified to do so by the chief or a duly authorized representative are guilty of a misdemeanor.

Sec. 11-3-3. Chapter 2, Definitions, amended.

Chapter 2, Definitions, is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

Sections 202 General Definitions is hereby amended by adding "OCFA," and "Spark Arrester" as follows:

OCFA. Orange County Fire Authority which is the fire department/authority having jurisdiction.
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SPARK ARRESTER. A listed device constructed of noncombustible material specifically for the purpose of meeting one of the following conditions:

1. Removing and retaining carbon and other flammable particles/debris from the exhaust flow of an internal combustion engine in accordance with California Vehicle Code Section 38366.

2. Fireplaces that burn solid fuel in accordance with California Building Code Chapter 28.

Sec. 11-3-4. Chapter 3, General Requirements, amended.

Chapter 3, General Requirements, is adopted in its entirety, with the exception of Sections 308.1.4, 311.5 through 311.5.5, 318, and 319, and with the following amendments:

Section 304.1.2 'Vegetation' is hereby amended to read as follows:
304.1.2 Vegetation. Weeds, grass, vines or other growth that is capable of being ignited and endangering property, shall be cut down and removed by the owner or occupant of the premises. Vegetation clearance requirement in urban-wildland interface areas shall be in accordance with Chapter 49. Type, amount, arrangement, and maintenance of vegetation in a fuel modification area, interior slope, or similarly hazardous area shall be in accordance with OCFA Guideline "Vegetation Management Guideline-Technical Design for New Construction, Fuel Modification Plans, and Maintenance Program." Section 305.6 'Hazardous conditions' is hereby added as follows:
305.6 Hazardous conditions. Outdoor fires burning wood or other solid fuel are not allowed when any of the following conditions applies:

1. When predicted sustained winds exceed 8 MPH and relative humidity is less than 25%, or a red flag condition has been declared.

2. When an official sign was caused to be posted by the Fire Code Official, or a public announcement is made.

No outdoor fires using any fuel type are permitted when predicted sustained winds exceed 20 MPH or when such fires present a hazard as determined by the Fire Code Official.
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Section 305.7 'Disposal of rubbish' is hereby added as follows:
305.7 Disposal of rubbish. Rubbish, trash or combustible waste material shall be burned only within an approved incinerator and in accordance with Section 307.2.1.

Section 307 Open Burning, Recreational Fires and Portable Outdoor Fireplaces is hereby amended by adding Sections 307.6 through 307.6.2.1 to read as follows:

Sections 307.6 'Outdoor Fireplaces, Fire Pits, Fire Rings, or similar devices' used at Group R Occupancies is hereby added as follows:
307.6 Outdoor Fireplaces, Fire Pits, Fire Rings, or similar devices used at Group R Occupancies. Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, fire rings, or similar exterior devices used at Group R occupancies shall comply with this section.

Exception: Barbeques, grills, and other portable devices intended solely for cooking.
307.6.1 Gas-fueled devices. Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits and similar devices fueled by natural gas or liquefied-petroleum gas are allowed when approved by the Building Department and the device is designed to only burn a gas flame and not wood or other solid fuel. At R-3 occupancies, combustible construction and vegetation shall not be located within three feet of an atmospheric column that extends vertically from the perimeter of the device. At other R occupancies, the minimum distance shall be ten feet. Where a permanent Building Department approved hood and vent is installed, combustible construction may encroach upon this column between the bottom of the hood and the vent opening. Where chimneys or vents are installed, they shall have a spark arrester as defined in Section 202.
307.6.2 Devices using wood or fuels other than natural gas or liquefied- petroleum gas. Permanent outdoor fireplaces burning wood or other solid fuel shall be constructed in accordance with the California Building Code with clearance from combustible construction and building openings as required therein. Fires in a fireplace shall be contained within a firebox with an attached chimney. The opening in the face of the firebox shall have an installed and maintained method of arresting sparks.

The burning of wood or other solid fuel in a device is not allowed within 25 feet of combustible structures unless within an approved permanent fireplace, Conditions which could cause a fire to spread within 25 feet of a structure or to vegetation shall be eliminated prior to ignition. Fires in devices burning wood or solid fuel shall be in accordance with Sections 305, 307, and 308. - 4-
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Exceptions:

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

Portable fireplaces, and fire pits/rings equipped with a device to arrest sparks, shall be located at least 15 feet from combustible structures at other R occupancies.
307.6.2.1 Where prohibited. The burning of wood and other solid fuels shall not be conducted within a fuel modification zone, Wildfire Risk Area, Wildland-Urban Interface Area, or in locations where conditions could cause the spread of fire to the Wildfire Risk Area or Wildland-Urban Interface Area.

Exceptions:

1. Permanent fireplaces that are not located in a fuel modification zone.

2. Where determined by the Fire Code Official that the location or design of the device should reasonably prevent the start of a wildfire.

Section 324 Fuel Modification Requirements for New Construction is hereby added as follows:
324 Fuel Modification Requirements for New Construction. All new structures and facilities adjoining land containing hazardous combustible vegetation shall be approved and in accordance with the requirements of OCFA Guideline C-05 "Vegetation Management Guideline - Technical Design for New Construction Fuel Modification Plans and Maintenance Program."
Section 325 'Clearance of Brush or Vegetation Growth from Roadways' is hereby added as follows:
325 Clearance of Brush or Vegetation Growth from Roadways. The Fire Code Official is authorized to cause areas within 10 feet on each side of portions of highways and private streets which are improved, designed or ordinarily used for vehicular traffic, to be cleared of flammable vegetation and other combustible growth. Measurement shall be from the flow-line or the end of the improved edge of the roadway surfaces.

Exception: Single specimens of trees, ornamental shrubbery or cultivated ground cover such as green grass, ivy, succulents or similar plants used as ground covers, provided that they do not form a means of readily transmitting fire.
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Section 326 'Unusual Circumstances' is hereby added as follows:
326 Unusual Circumstances. The Fire Code Official may suspend enforcement of the vegetation management requirements and require reasonable alternative measures designed to advance the purpose of this code if determined that in any specific case that any of the following conditions exist:

1. Difficult terrain.

2. Danger of erosion.

3. Presence of plants included in any state and federal resources agencies, California Native Plant Society and county-approved list of wildlife, plants, rare, endangered and/or threatened species.

4. Stands or groves of trees or heritage trees.

5. Other unusual circumstances that make strict compliance with the clearance of vegetation provisions undesirable or impractical.

Section 327 'Use of Equipment' is hereby added as follows:
327 Use of Equipment. Except as otherwise provided in this section, no person shall use, operate, or cause to be operated in, upon or adjoining any hazardous fire area any internal combustion engine which uses hydrocarbon fuels, unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrester as defined in Section 202 maintained in effective working order, or the engine is constructed, equipped and maintained for the prevention of fire.

Exceptions:

1. Engines used to provide motor power for trucks, truck tractors, buses, and passenger vehicles, except motorcycles, are not subject to this section if the exhaust system is equipped with a muffler as defined in the Vehicle Code of the State of California.

2. Turbocharged engines are not subject to this section if all exhausted gases pass through the rotating turbine wheel, there is no exhaust bypass to the atmosphere, and the turbocharger is in good mechanical condition.

Section 327.1 Use of equipment and devices generating heat, sparks or open flames is hereby added as follows:
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any forest- or brush-covered land or non-irrigated grass-covered land, no person shall use or operate any welding equipment, cutting torches, tar pots, grinding devices, or other tools or equipment that may produce a spark, fire, or flame that could result in a wildfire without doing the following:

1. First clearing away all flammable material, including snags, from the area around such operation for a distance of 30 feet or other approved method to reduce fire spread into the wildlands. If 30 foot then an alternate method shall be

2. Maintain one serviceable round point shovel with an overall length of not less than forty-six (46) inches and one backpack pump water- type fire extinguisher fully equipped and ready for use at the immediate area during the operation.

3. Stop work when winds are 8 MPH or greater during periods when relative humidity is less than 25%, or a red flag condition has been declared or public announcement is made, when an official sign was caused to be posted by the Fire Code Official, or when such fires present a hazard as determined by the Fire Code Official.

4. Keep a cell phone nearby and call 911 immediate in case of fire.

Section 327.2 'Spark arresters' is hereby added as follows:
327.2 Spark arresters. Spark arresters shall comply with Section 202, and when affixed to the exhaust system of engines or vehicles subject to Section 327 shall not be placed or mounted in such a manner as to allow flames or heat from the exhaust system to ignite any flammable material.

Sec. 11-3-5. Chapter 4, Emergency Planning and Preparedness, amended.

Chapter 4, Emergency Planning and Preparedness, is not adopted with the exception of the sections, subsections, and amendment listed below:
401 - 401.9
402
403.2
403.5 - 403.5.4
403.10.2.1.1
403.13 - 403.13.3
404.5 - 404.6.6
407
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Section 407.5 'Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement' is amended to read as follows:
407.5 Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement. Where required by the Fire Code Official, each application for a permit shall include OCA's Chemical Classification Packet in accordance with Section 5001.5.2.

Sec. 11-3-6. Chapter 5, Fire Service Features, amended.

Chapter 5, Fire Service Features, is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

Section 501.1 'Scope' is amended to read as follows:
501.1 Scope. Fire service features for buildings, structures and premises shall comply with this chapter and, where required by the Fire Code Official, with OCFA Guideline B-01, "Fire Master Plan for Commercial & Residential Development."
Section 510.1 'Emergency responder radio coverage in new buildings' is amended to read as follows:
510.1 Emergency responder radio coverage in new buildings. All new buildings shall have approved radio coverage for emergency responders within the building based upon the existing coverage levels of the public safety communication systems utilized by the jurisdiction, measured at the exterior of the building. This section shall not require improvement of the existing public safety communication systems. The Emergency Responder Radio Coverage System shall comply with the Orange County Sheriffs Department, Communications and Technology Division guidelines and specifications and, where the functionality or performance requirements in the California Fire Code are more stringent, this code.

Exceptions:

1. In buildings or structures where it is determined by the Fire Code Official that the radio coverage system is not needed, including but not limited to the following:
a. Existing buildings or structures, unless required by the Building Official and OCFA for buildings and
structures undergoing extensive remodel and/or
expansion.
b. Elevators.
c. Structures that meet all of the following:
i. Three stories or less, and
її. Do not have subterranean storage or parking,
and
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ili. Do not exceed 50,000 square feet on any single
story.
d. Structures that meet all of the following:
i. Residential structures four stories or less, and
ii. Constructed of wood, and
ili. Do not have subterranean storage or parking,
and
iv. Are not built integral to an above ground multi-
story parking structure.

Should a structure that is three stories or less and 50,000 square feet or smaller on any single story include subterranean storage or parking, then this ordinance shall apply only to the subterranean areas.

2. In facilities where emergency responder radio coverage is required and such systems, components or equipment required could have a negative impact on the normal operations of the facility, the Fire Code Official shall have the authority to accept an automatically activated emergency radio coverage system.

Sec. 11-3-7. Chapter 9, Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems, amended Chapter 9, Fire Protection Systems is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

Section 903.2 'Where Required' is amended to read as follows:
903.2 Where Required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in buildings and structures shall be provided when one of the following conditions exists:

1. New Buildings: Notwithstanding any applicable provisions of Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.21 an automatic fire-extinguishing system shall also be installed in all occupancies when the total building area exceeds 5,000 square feet as defined in Section 202, regardless of fire areas or allowable area, or is more than two stories in height.

Exception: Subject to approval by the Fire Code Official, open parking garages in accordance with Section 406.5 of the California Building Code that are smaller than the area specified in section 903.2.10 (3) or 903.2.10.1 of the California Fire Code.

2. Existing Buildings: Notwithstanding any applicable provisions of this code, an automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in an existing building when an addition occurs and when one of the following conditions exists:
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a. When an addition is 33% or more of the existing
building area, and the resulting building area
exceeds 5,000 square feet as defined in Section
202;
b. When an addition exceeds 2,000 square feet and
the resulting building area exceeds 5,000 square
feet as defined in Section 202; or
c. An additional story is added above the second floor
regardless of fire areas or allowable area.

Exception: Group R-3 occupancies. Additions to Group R-3 occupancies shall comply with Section 903.2.8.2
Section 903.2.8 'Group R' is amended to read as follows:
903.2.8 Group R. An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3 shall be provided throughout all buildings with a Group R fire area as follows:

1. New Buildings: An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all new buildings.

2. Existing Buildings: An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout when one of the following conditions exists:
a. When the floor area of alterations within any two-year period exceeds 50% of gross floor area of the existing
structure and the building gross floor area exceeds
5,500 square feet.
b. When an existing Group R Occupancy is being
substantially renovated, and where the scope of the
renovation is such that the Building Official determines that the complexity of installing a sprinkler system
would be similar as in a new building.

Section 903.3.5.3 'Hydraulically calculated systems' is hereby added 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.
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Exception: When static pressure exceeds 100 pounds per square inch (psi), and when required by the Fire Code Official, the fire sprinkler system shall not exceed water supply capacity specified by Table 903.3.5.3 TABLE 903.3.5.3
Hydraulically Calculated Systems
Design%
75-
80-
85 90€
100 110 120 130 140 150 PSI
Sec. 11-3-8. Chapter 25, Fruit and Crop Ripening, is deleted in its entirety.

Sec. 11-3-9. Chapter 26, Fumigation and Insecticidal Fogging, is deleted in its entirety.

No dorking CaMe a and Agro-Industrial, Solid Biomass anc Chapter 28 Lumber Yards and Agro-Industrial, Solid Biomass and Woodworking Facilities is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

Section 2801.2 'Permit' is hereby amended to read as follows:
2801.2 Permit. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105.6 and 105.6.29.

Section 2808.2 'Storage site' is hereby amended to read as follows:
2808.2 Storage site. Storage sites shall be level and on solid ground, elevated soil lifts or other all-weather surface. Sites shall be thoroughly cleaned and approval obtained from the Fire Code Official before transferring products to the site.

Section 2808.3 'Size of piles' is hereby amended to read as follows:
2808.3 Size of piles. Piles shall not exceed 15 feet in height, 50 feet in width and 100 feet in length.
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Exception: The Fire Code Official is authorized to allow the pile size to be increased where a fire protection plan is provided for approval that includes, but is not limited to, the following:

1. Storage yard areas and materials-handling equipment selection, design and arrangement shall be based upon sound fire prevention and protection principles.

2. Factors that lead to spontaneous heating shall be identified in the plan, and control of the various factors shall be identified and implemented, including provisions for monitoring the internal condition of the pile.

3. The plan shall include means for early fire detection and reporting to the public fire department; and facilities needed by the fire department for fire extinguishment including a water supply and fire hydrants.

4. Fire apparatus access roads around the piles and access roads to the top of the piles shall be established, identified and maintained.

5. Regular yard inspections by trained personnel shall be included as part of an effective fire prevention maintenance program.

Additional fire protection called for in the plan shall be provided and shall be installed in accordance with this code. The increase of the pile size shall be based upon the capabilities of the installed fire protection system and features.

Section 2808.4 'Pile separation' is hereby amended to read as follows:
2808.4 Pile separation. Piles shall be separated from adjacent piles by a minimum distance of 20 feet. Additionally, piles shall have a minimum separation of 100 feet from combustible vegetation.

Section 2808.7 'Pile fire protection' is hereby amended to read as follows:
2808.7 Pile fire protection. Automatic sprinkler protection shall be provided in conveyor tunnels and combustible enclosures that pass under a pile.

Combustible conveyor systems and enclosed conveyor systems shall be equipped with an approved automatic sprinkler system. Oscillating sprinklers with a sufficient projectile reach are required to maintain a 40% to 60% moisture content and wet down burning/smoldering areas.
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Section 2808.9 'Material-handling equipment' is hereby amended to read as follows:
2808.9 Material-handling equipment. All material-handling equipment operated by an internal combustion engine shall be provided and maintained with an approved spark arrester. Approved material-handling equipment shall be available for moving wood chips, hogged material, wood fines and raw product during fire-fighting operations.

Section 2808.11 'Temperature control' is hereby added as follows:
2808.11 Temperature control. The temperature shall be monitored and maintained as specified in Sections 2808.11.1 and 2808.11.2.

Section 2808.11.1 'Pile temperature control' is hereby added as follows:
2808.11.1 Pile temperature control. Piles shall be rotated when internal temperature readings are in excess of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Section 2808.11.2 'New material temperature control' is hereby added as follows:
2808.11.2 New material temperature control. New loads delivered to the facility shall be inspected and tested at the facility entry prior to taking delivery. Material with temperature exceeding 165 degrees Fahrenheit shall not be accepted on the site. New loads shall comply with the requirements of this chapter and be monitored to verify that the temperature remains stable.

Section 2808.12 'Water availability' is hereby added as follows:
2808.12 Water availability. Facilities with over 2,500 cubic feet shall provide a water supply. The minimum fire flow shall be no less than 500 GPM @ 20 psi for a minimum of 1 hour duration for pile heights up to 6 feet and 2-hour duration for pile heights over 6 feet. If there is no water purveyor, an alternate water supply with storage tank(s) shall be provided for fire suppression. The water supply tank(s) shall provide a minimum capacity of 2,500 gallons per pile (maximum 30,000 gallons) for piles not exceeding 6 feet in height and 5,000 gallons per pile (maximum 60,000) for piles exceeding 6 feet in height. Water tank(s) shall not be used for any other purpose unless the required fire flow is left in reserve within the tank at all times. An approved method shall be provided to maintain the required amount of water within the tank(s).

Section 2808.13 'Tipping area' is hereby added as follows:
2808.13 Tipping areas shall comply with the following:

1. Tipping areas shall not exceed a maximum area of 50 feet by 50 feet.
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2. Material within a tipping area shall not exceed 5 feet in height at any time.

3. Tipping areas shall be separated from all piles by a 20 foot wide fire access lane.

4. A fire hydrant or approved fire water supply outlet shall be located within 150 feet of all points along the perimeter of the tipping area.

5. All material within a tipping area shall be processed within 5 days of receipt.

Section 2808.14 'Emergency Contact' is hereby added as follows:
2808.14 Emergency Contact. The contact information of a responsible person or persons shall be provided to the OCFA and shall be posted at the entrance to the facility for responding units. The responsible party should be available to respond to the business in emergency situation.

Section 2808.15 'Maximum Grid of Piles and Rows' is hereby added as follows:
2808.15 Maximum Grid of Piles and Rows. Rows of Piles shall not exceed 500 feet by 500 feet. Grids shall be separated by a minimum 50 foot clear space used for no other purpose.

Section 2808. 16 'Push-out/Clear Area' is hereby added as follows:
2808.16 Push-out/Clear Area. Piles exceeding 20 cubic yards shall be provided with push-out areas. Push-out areas shall be maintained clear at all times to allow for the largest pile to be spread out to a depth of 2 feet in height. Push-out areas shall be located within 250 feet of all edges of any pile and shall be located a minimum of 20 feet from any building.

Sec. 11-3-11. Chapter 49, Requirements for Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Areas, amended
Chapter 49, 'Requirements for Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Areas' is adopted in its entirety with the following amendment:

Section 4907.3 Requirements is hereby amended to read as follows:
4907.3 Requirements. Hazardous vegetation and fuels around all applicable buildings and structures shall be maintained in accordance with the following laws and regulations:

1. Public Resources Code, Section 4291.
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2. California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 1.5, Chapter 7, Subchapter 3, Section 1299.03 (see guidance for implementation "General Guideline to Create Defensible Space").

3. California Government Code, Section 51182.

4. California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, Chapter 7, Subchapter 1, Section 3.07.

5. OCFA Guideline C-05 "Vegetation Management Guideline - Technical Design for New Construction Fuel Modification Plans and Maintenance Program."
Sec. 11-3-12. Chapter 50, Hazardous Materials - General Provisions, amended Chapter 50, Hazardous Materials - General Provisions, is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

Section 5001.5.2 'Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement (HIS)' is hereby amended to read as follows:
5001.5.2 Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement (HMIS). Where required by the Fire Code Official, an application for a permit shall include OCA's Chemical Classification Guideline, which shall be completed and approved prior to approval of plans, and/or the storage, use or handling of chemicals on the premises.

Section 5003.1.1.1 'Extremely Hazardous Substances' is hereby added as follows:
5003.1.1.1 Extremely Hazardous Substances. No person shall use or store any amount of extremely hazardous substances (EHS) in excess of the disclosable amounts (see Health and Safety Code Section 25500 et al) in a residential zoned or any residentially developed property.

Sec. 11-3-13. Chapter 56, Explosives and Fireworks, amended Chapter 56, Explosives and Fireworks, is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

Section 5608.2 'Firing' is hereby added as follows:
5608.2 Firing. All firework displays, regardless of mortar, device, or shell size, shall be electrically fired.
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Section 5608.3 'Application for Permit' is hereby added as follows:
5608.3 Application for Permit. A diagram of the grounds on which the display is to be held showing the point at which the fireworks are to be discharged, the fallout area based on 100 feet per inch of shell size, the location of all buildings, roads, and other means of transportation, the lines behind which the audience will be restrained, the location of all nearby trees, telegraph or telephone line, or other overhead obstructions shall be provided to OCFA.

Sec. 11-3-14. Chapter 80, Referenced Standards, amended Chapter 80, Referenced Standards, is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

NFPA 13, 2022 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems is hereby amended as follows:

Section 16.12.3.3 is hereby amended to read as follows:

16.12.3.3 Fire department connections (FDC) shall be of an approved type. The location shall be approved and be no more than 150 feet from a public hydrant.

The FDC may be located within 150 feet of a private fire hydrant when approved by the Fire Code Official. The size of piping and the number of 2.5 inch inlets shall be approved by the Fire Code Official. If acceptable to the water authority, it may be installed on the backflow assembly. Fire department inlet connections shall be painted OSHA safety red or as approved. When the fire sprinkler density design requires more than 500 gpm (including inside hose stream demand), or a standpipe system is included, four 2.5 inch inlets shall be provided.

Section 9.4.3.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:

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

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

1. Quick-response type as defined in 3.6.4.8.

2. Residential sprinklers in accordance with the requirements of 8.4.5.

3. Quick response CMSA sprinklers.

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

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

Section 9.2.1.7 is hereby added as follows:

9.2.1.7 concealed spaces filled with noncombustible insulation shall not require sprinkler protection when approved by the Fire Code Official.

NFPA 13D 2022 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One-and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes is hereby amended as follows:

Section 7.1.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:

7.1.2 The sprinkler system piping shall not have separate control valves installed unless supervised by a central station, proprietary, or remote station alarm service.

NFPA 14, 2019 Edition, Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems is hereby amended as follows:

Section 7.3.1.1 is hereby deleted in its entirety.

NFPA 24, 2019 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances is hereby amended as follows:

Section 6.2.8.1 is hereby added as follows:

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

Exceptions:

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

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

Section 6.2.9 is hereby amended to read as follows:

All connections to private fire service mains for fire protection systems shall be arranged in accordance with one of the following so that they can be isolated:
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1. A post indicator valve installed not less than 40 feet from the building.
a. For buildings less than 40 feet in height, a post indicator valve shall be permitted to be installed closer than
40 feet, but at least as far from the building as the height of the wall facing the post indicator valve.

2. A wall post indicator valve.

3. An indicating valve in a pit, installed in accordance with Section 6.4.

4. A backflow preventer with at least one indicating valve not less than 40 feet from the building.
a. For buildings less than 40 feet in height, a backflow preventer with at least one indicating valve shall be
permitted to be installed closer than 40 feet, but at least as far from the building as the height of the wall facing the backflow preventer.

5. Control valves installed in a fire-rated room accessible from the exterior.

6. Control valves in a fire-rated stair enclosure accessible from the exterior.

Section 10.1.5 is hereby added as follows:
115d 4. 8, 0r c: antings albe protected with a lose mil poet ene tube or sheet. The ends of the tube or sheet shall extend past the joint by a minimum of 12 inches and be sealed with 2 inch wide tape approved for underground use. Galvanizing does not meet the requirements of this section.

Exception: 304 or 316 Stainless Steel pipe and fittings.

Section 10.4.1.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:

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

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

Section 10.4.1.1.1 is hereby added as follows:

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Ordinance No. 2022-220
Section 10.4.3.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:

10.4.3.2 Where fire service mains enter the building adjacent to the foundation, the pipe may run under a building to a maximum of 24 inches, as measured from the interior face of the exterior wall to the center of the vertical pipe. The pipe under the building or building foundation shall be 304 or 316 stainless steel and shall not contain mechanical joints or it shall comply with 10.4.3.2.1 through

10.4.3.2.4. Appendices Adopted and Deleted:

Appendix A is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix B is adopted in its entirety without amendments outlined in Guideline B-09.

Appendix BB is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix C is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix CC is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix D is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix E is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix F is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix G is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix His deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix I is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix J is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix K is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix L is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix M is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix N is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

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Ordinance No. 2022-220
SECTION 3. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA)
Pursuant to Section 15060(c)(2) of the California CEQA Guidelines, the City Council finds that this Ordinance will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment and therefore is not subject to the CEQA.

Additionally, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) the activity is not a "project" as defined in Section 15378 because it has no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly.

SECTION 4. EFFECTIVE DATE
This Ordinance and all codes referenced shall take effect on the later of 30 days from the adoption of this Ordinance, or January 1, 2023. Projects for which a building permit application and building plans have been submitted prior to the effective date of this Ordinance, and for which building permits have been obtained within 365 days from the effective date of this Ordinance, shall be exempt from the provisions of this Ordinance. Projects for which a building permit application and building plans have been submitted prior to the effective date of this Ordinance, and building permits have not been obtained within 365 days from the effective date of this Ordinance, shall be subject to all provisions of this Ordinance and the codes referenced.

SECTION 5. SEVERABILITY
If any section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance, is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court or competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance, and each section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrases, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof, be declared invalid or unconstitutional.
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Ordinance No. 2022-220
SECTION 6. CITY CLERK'S CERTIFICATION
The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and cause the same to be posted at the duly designated posting places within the City and published once within fifteen (15) days after passage and adoption as required by law; or, in the alternative, the City Clerk may cause to be published a summary of this Ordinance and post a certified copy of the text of this Ordinance in the Office of the City Clerk five (5) days prior to the date of adoption of this Ordinance, and, within fifteen (15) days after adoption, the City Clerk shall cause to be published the aforementioned summary and shall post a certified copy of this Ordinance, together with the vote for and against the same, in the Office of the City Clerk.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of November, 2022.

Elaine Gennawey, Mayor
ATTEST:

Marissa J. Asistin, City Clerk
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Attachment D
OCFA - Local Amendments Summary Table
2022 California Fire Code (CFC) - OCFA Amendment Summary Existing This 2019 amendment is being carried forward into 2022 amendment package. Minor editorial/clerical changes may have been made, but they do not have material regulatory effect.

Revised A modified version of the 2019 amendment is being carried forward. Changes in scope or wording are significant relative to the 2019 version, or they may impact regulatory effect.

Deleted This 2019 amendment is not being carried forward into the 2022 amendment package.

New This is a new amendment in the 2022 amendment package. 2022 CFC CODE 2019 Code TITLE/SUBJECT COMMENTS/JUSTIFICATION STATUS SECTION Section
Chapter 1 - Scope & Administration
112.4 110.4 Violation penalties Clarifies administrative violation process; fines now based on OCFA Existing adopted fee schedule.
112.4.2 110.4.2 Infraction & Misdemeanor Used for purpose of applying penalties under 109.4. Amendment Existing combines definitions of infraction and misdemeanor under one section.

Chapter 2 - Definitions
202 202 Definitions Definition of "OCFA" and "spark arrester" unchanged. Existing Chapter 3 - General Requirements
304.1.2 304.1.2 Vegetation Aligns maintenance to OFA Guideline C-05 requirements. Existing 305.6 305.6 Hazardous Conditions Prohibits outdoor fires during hazardous weather conditions. Existing 305.7 305.7 Disposal of Rubbish Prohibits open burning of trash, leaves, and other debris. Existing 307 307 Open burning, recreational fires, fire Administrative change to the section title to include fire pits and fire Existing pits, fire rings, and outdoor fireplaces rings regulated under amendments in 307.6. No change from previous amendment.
307.6 307.6 Outdoor Fireplaces, Fire Pits, Fire Addresses requirements for outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, fire rings. Existing Rings, or similar devices used at
Group R Occupancies.
307.6.1 307.6.1 Gas-fueled devices Prohibits gas fire pits within 3' of R-3 occupancy or 10' of other R Existing occupancies
307.6.2 307.6.2 Devices using wood or fuels other Prohibits solid fuel within 15' of combustibles unless in a fireplace Existing than natural gas or LPG
307.6.2.1 307.6.2.1 Where prohibited Prohibits solid fuel fires in fuel mod zone, and in Wildland-Urban Existing Interface/Wildfire Risk Area outside of fireplaces
308.1.6.3 308.1.6.3 Sky lanterns Addressed in 2022 CA Fire Code. Deleted - 2022 324 321 Fuel modification requirements for Codifies requirements for fuel modification in properties adjacent to Existing new construction areas with combustible vegetation hazards. 325 322 Clearance of brush or vegetation Authorizes clearance of vegetation from edges of roadways to reduce Existing growth from roadways ignition hazard
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2022 California Fire Code (CFC) - OCFA Amendment Summary Existing This 2019 amendment is being carried forward into 2022 amendment package. Minor editorial/clerical changes may have been made, but they do not have material regulatory effect.

Revised A modified version of the 2019 amendment is being carried forward. Changes in scope or wording are significant relative to the 2019 version, or they may impact regulatory effect.

Deleted This 2019 amendment is not being carried forward into the 2022 amendment package.

Chapter 2 - Definitions
202 202 Definitions Definition of "OCFA" and "spark arrester" unchanged. Existing Chapter 3 - General Requirements
304.1.2 304.1.2 Vegetation Aligns maintenance to OCFA Guideline C-05 requirements. Existing 305.6 305.6 Hazardous Conditions Prohibits outdoor fires during hazardous weather conditions. Existing 305.7 305.7 Disposal of Rubbish Prohibits open burning of trash, leaves, and other debris. Existing 307 307 Open burning, recreational fires, fire Administrative change to the section title to include fire pits and fire Existing pits, fire rings, and outdoor fireplaces rings regulated under amendments in 307.6. No change from previous amendment.
307.6 307.6 Outdoor Fireplaces, Fire Pits, Fire Addresses requirements for outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, fire rings. Existing Rings, or similar devices used at
Group R Occupancies.
307.6.1 307.6.1 Gas-fueled devices Prohibits gas fire pits within 3' of R-3 occupancy or 10' of other R Existing occupancies
307.6.2 307.6.2 Devices using wood or fuels other Prohibits solid fuel within 15' of combustibles unless in a fireplace Existing than natural gas or LPG
307.6.2.1 307.6.2.1 Where prohibited Prohibits solid fuel fires in fuel mod zone, and in Wildland-Urban Existing Interface/Wildfire Risk Area outside of fireplaces
308.1.6.3 308.1.6.3 Sky lanterns Addressed in 2022 CA Fire Code. Deleted - 2022 324 321 Fuel modification requirements for Codifies requirements for fuel modification in properties adjacent to Existing new construction areas with combustible vegetation hazards. 325 322 Clearance of brush or vegetation Authorizes clearance of vegetation from edges of roadways to reduce Existing growth from roadways ignition hazard
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2022 California Fire Code (CFC) - OCFA Amendment Summary Legend
Existing This 2019 amendment is being carried forward into 2022 amendment package. Minor editorial/clerical changes may have been made, but they do not have material regulatory effect.

Revised
Deleted This 2019 amendment is not being carried forward into the 2022 amendment package.

New This is a new amendment in the 2022 amendment package. 2022 CFC CODE 2019 Code TITLE/SUBJECT COMMENTS/JUSTIFICATION STATUS SECTION Section
326 323 Unusual circumstances Provides for suspension of or alternative methods of compliance with Existing vegetation maintenance standards under specific circumstances 327 324 Use of equipment Requires use of spark arrester on equipment used in wildfire prone areas Existing 327.1 324.1 Use of equipment and devices Adopts a modified version of Public Resources Code requirement (30' Existing generating heat, sparks or open setback instead of 10') for hazardous activities in wildland risk areas flames based on the cause of multiple fires in OCFA jurisdiction. 327.2 324.2 Spark arresters Requires spark arresters to comply with CFC 202 and prevent accidental Existing ignition
Chapter 4 - Emergency Planning and Preparedness
407.5 407.5 Hazardous Material Inventory Reference to Hazardous material Inventory Statement is replaced by Existing Statement "OCFA's Chemical Classification packet" for consistency with Ch.50 language
Chapter 5- Fire Service Features
501.1 501.1 Scope Guideline B-09 has been reworked and renamed to B-01. Reference to B- Revised 09a is deleted since there are cross-references to Title 14 requirements in B-01.
510.1 510.1 Emergency responder radio coverage Amendment makes reference to local authority having jurisdiction's Existing in new buildings ordinance and specifies types of buildings where an emergency responder radio system is required.

Chapter 9 - Fire Protection Systems
903.2 903.2 Where required (Sprinklers) Requires sprinklers in new buildings based on size. Requires sprinkler Existing retrofit in buildings undergoing addition based on various area criteria.

Revised to allow exception for open parking garages.
903.2.8 903.2.8 Group R (Sprinklers) Requires sprinkler retrofit in homes undergoing addition or remodel Revised based on various area criteria.
903.3.5.3 903.3.5.3 Hydraulically calculated systems Adds specification for industry standard 10% safety margin to be Existing included in sprinkler calculations.

Chapter 12 - Energy Systems
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2022 California Fire Code (CFC) - OCFA Amendment Summary Existing This 2019 amendment is being carried forward into 2022 amendment package. Minor editorial/clerical changes may have been made, but they do not have material regulatory effect.

Revised A modified version of the 2019 amendment is being carried forward. Changes in scope or wording are significant relative to the 2019 version, or they may impact regulatory effect.

Deleted This 2019 amendment is not being carried forward into the 2022 amendment package.

New This is a new amendment in the 2022 amendment package. 2022 CFC CODE 2019 Code TITLE/SUBJECT COMMENTS/JUSTIFICATION STATUS SECTION Section
1201.1.1 Other Systems Added specification for battery charging systems for cars and carts Deleted - 2022 1205.2 Solar PV Syatems, Access & Pathways Added a statement in Exception 3, to clarify the location of roof New ventilation for Building-Integrated PV (BIPV) systems.

Chapter 28 - Lumber yard, agro-industrial, Solid Biomass and Woodworking Facilities 2801.2 2801.2 Permit (Miscellaneous combustible Clarifies permit for storage/composting of green waste is a Existing storage) Miscellaneous Combustible Storage permit
2808.2 2808.2 Storage site Requires OCA approval of site before bringing product to the site Existing 2808.3 2803.3 Size of piles Reduces the size of piles of combustible materials Existing 2808.4 2808.4 Pile separation Requires 20' separation between piles instead of specifically a fire lane; Existing requires 100' separation from other combustible vegetation 2808.7 2808.7 Pile fire protection Requires oscillating sprinklers to maintain moisture content and wet Existing 2808.9 2808.9 Material-handling equipment Requires approved spark arrester on equipment Existing 2808.11 2808.11 Temperature control Requires that temperature be monitored and maintained Existing 2808.11.1 2808.11.1 Pile temperature Control Requires rotation of piles above 165 degrees Existing 2808.11.2 2808.11.2 Regulates acceptance of new piles above 165 degrees Existing 2808.12 2808.12 Water Availability Establishes firefighting water quantity requirements Existing 2808.13 2808.13 Tipping Area Establishes requirements for new material tipping area configuration and Existing use
2808.14 2808.14 Emergency Contact Requires posting of emergency contact info Existing 2808.15 N/A Maximum Grid of Piles & Rows Defining maximum separation of piles. New 2808.16 N/A Push out / Clear area Identifying when a push-out area is required for piles. New Chapter 49 - Requirements for Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Areas 4903.3 4908 Fuel Modification Plans Amendment updated to be In accordance with new Fire Protection Plan Revised language in Chapter 49 and revised language in Guideline C-05. 9/19/2022 3 of 5
2022 California Fire Code (CFC) - OCFA Amendment Summary Existing This 2019 amendment is being carried forward into 2022 amendment package. Minor editorial/clerical changes may have been made, but they do not have material regulatory effect.

Revised A modified version of the 2019 amendment is being carried forward. Changes in scope or wording are significant relative to the 2019 version, or they may impact regulatory effect.

Deleted This 2019 amendment is not being carried forward into the 2022 amendment package.

New This is a new amendment in the 2022 amendment package. 2022 CFC CODE 2019 Code TITLE/SUBJECT COMMENTS/JUSTIFICATION STATUS SECTION Section
4906.3 4906.3 Requirements This is now addressed in the new Defensible Space section in 2022 CFC Deleted - 2022 Chapter 49, and OCFA Guideline C-05
Chapter 50 - Hazardous Materials
5001.5.2 5001.5.2 Hazardous materials inventory References "OCFA's Chemical Classification Packet" instead of a Existing statement (HMIS) Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement 5003.1.1.1 5003.1.1.1 Extremely hazardous substances Prohibits extremely hazardous substances above disclosable amounts in Existing a residential area.

Chapter 56 - Explosives and Fireworks
5608.2 5608.2 Firing (Fireworks) Requires fireworks shows to be electrically fired. Existing 5608.3 N/A Application for Permit Carries over Title 19 requirement into Fire Code so it can be amended to Existing establish a 100'/inch fallout zone instead of the standard 70'/inch.

Chapter 57 - Flammable and Combustible Liquids
5701.1.1 5701.1.1 Mobile Fueling Removed mobile fueling from the scope of Chapter 57. Amendment is Deleted - 2022 no longer needed as adoption matrix in the 2022 CFC clearly indicates that mobile fueling provisions are not adopted.

Chapter 58 - Flammable Gases and Flammable Cryogenic Fluids 5801.1 |5801.1 Scope Prohibited mobile fueling of hydrogen, CNG, LPG. Deleted - 2022 Chapter 80 - Referenced Standards
NFPA 13
2022 NFPA 2016 NFPA 13, FDC Type Specifies type, location, color of FDC. Existing amendment language Existing

16.12.3.3 6.7.3 modified for additional clarity and to better align with other sections of

9.4.3.1 8.3.3.1 Shell buildings Specifies sprinkler type for spec shell buildings that are not warehouses Existing

9.2.1.7 8.15.1.2.7 Concealed spaces Revises section to ensure that the use of noncombustible insulation can Existing be reviewed to prevent conflicts with operational requirements

19.1.1 11.1.1.1 Sprinkler design Specifies sprinkler design criteria for spec buildings that are not Deleted - 2022 9/19/2022 4 of 5
2022 California Fire Code (CFC) - OCFA Amendment Summary Existing This 2019 amendment is being carried forward into 2022 amendment package. Minor editorial/clerical changes may have been made, but they do not have material regulatory effect.

Revised A modified version of the 2019 amendment is being carried forward. Changes in scope or wording are significant relative to the 2019 version, or they may impact regulatory effect.

Deleted This 2019 amendment is not being carried forward into the 2022 amendment package.

New This is a new amendment in the 2022 amendment package. 2022 CFC CODE 2019 Code TITLE/SUBJECT COMMENTS/JUSTIFICATION STATUS SECTION Section

19.1.4.1 11.2.3.1.1.1 Water supply Specifies acceptable methods of determining water supply Deleted - 2022 NFPA 13D
2022 NFPA 13D 2016 NFPA Control valves Requires monitoring if a dedicated sprinkler shutoff valve is installed Existing

7.1.2 13D: 7.1.2
NFPA 14
2019 NFPA 14 2016 NFPA Hose Connection Height Specified height of hose outlet Deleted - 2022

7.3.1.1 14: 7.3.1.1
NFPA 24
2019 NFPA 24 2016 NFPA Indicating Valves Specifies that valves controlling firefighting water supplies shall be Existing

6.2.8.1 24: 6.2.8.1 painted red to facilitate identification by firefighters; provides exception for valves on exterior risers and for a system with only OS&Y shutoff valves.

6.2.9 (5) 6.2.9 (5) Street valves Removes exception for roadway valve boxes Existing

10.1.5 10.1.5 Wrapping/Coating Pipe Revised to allow wrapping of pipe with polyethylene sheet in Existing accordance with AWWA standards instead of tubing.

10.4.1.1 10.4.1.1 Pipe joints Specifies that stainless steel parts do not need to be coated with asphalt Existing

10.4.1.1.1 10.4.1.1.1 Stainless steel bolts Requires use of stainless steel bolts. Existing

10.4.3.2 10.6.3.1 Pipe under foundations Requires pipe to terminate near exterior wall; requires single piece Existing stainless steel sweep at riser.

Appendices
Appendices B, Only five of the 16 appendices included in the 2022 Fire Code (B, BB, C, CC, and H) are adopted by the State. OCFA is not proposing adoption of any additional appendices BB, C, CC, H or amendments to them beyond what the State has already adopted. 9/19/2022 5 of 5
Attachment E
City Staff - Local Amendments Summary Table
Summary of Proposed Local Code Amendments (2022) - City Staff Recommendations Code Sections Title Description New, Existing, or
Revised
LNMC Section 8-1-12 Adoption of 2022 Edition of the Lists the applicable Codes adopted by reference. This is an administrative provision necessary for Existing California Building Code and local implementation of the Codes.

Related Codes
CBC Section 105.2(2) Work Exempt from permit The CBC does not require a building permit for freestanding fences and walls that are "seven (7) Existing feet in-height or less." The proposed local code amendment lowers the permit requirement to a height threshold of "42 inches in-height or less" for walls, fences and gates. Requiring a permit for fences helps ensure that over-height fences are not constructed in violation of zoning standards, such as in the front yard setback, or constructed on neighboring properties, as well as provides for proper design and inspection of walls and footings, given the City's soil and slope conditions.

CBC Section 105.2(4) Work Exempt from permit Retaining walls "four (4) feet-in-height or less" would be removed from the exemption list. Existing Requiring a building permit for retaining walls helps ensure that proper design is provided. Given the City's poor soil conditions, it ensures that footings and drainage improvements are structurally engineered and inspected to protect against potential slope and fence/wall movement, which results in property damage.

CBC Section 105.2(9) Work Exempt from permit The CBC does not require a building permit for small above-ground prefabricated pools that are Existing "less than 24 inches deep." To be consistent with the State Health and Safety Code and the pool safety standards of the City, the proposed local code amendment lowers the permit requirement to a height threshold of "less than 18 inches deep" for small above-ground prefabricated pools.

CBC Section 105.3.2.1 Building permit application as a Establishes a time limitation of 60 days for a permit application from expiring for any proposed Existing result of a Notice of Violation work submitted as the result of a Code Enforcement written Notice of Violation. This provision is intended to aid in resolving code violations for un-permitted construction in a timely fashion. To account for extenuating circumstances, the Building Official is authorized to grant extension of time for justifiable good cause.

CBC Section 105.5 Expiration of building permit As a condition of granting any permit extension, the Building Official may require the payment of Existing permit fees based on the remainder of work to be completed. The Building Official shall not grant an extension unless the permittee submits a written application and demonstrates that there is justifiable cause for the extension requested. The purpose of this local amendment is to avoid prolonged construction projects where no meaningful progress occurs for an extended period of time.

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Summary of Proposed Local Code Amendments (2022) - City Staff Recommendations Code Sections Title Description New, Existing, or
Revised
CBC Section 105.5.1 Extensions of building permit As a subsection to CBC Section 105.5, CBC Section 105.5.1 is establishes a set of conditions in which Existing a building permit may be extended by the Building Official.

CBC Section 105.8 Maintenance of residential This section is proposed to address the maintenance of residential properties during remodeling. Existing property during remodel The amendment states that during remodeling, all property would be required to be maintained in a reasonably clean and well-kept manner.

CBC Section 112.4 Underground utilities Require all utility services located within the exterior boundary lines of a lot or parcel of property to Existing be installed underground.

CBC 701A.3 & CRC Materials & construction methods Establishes necessary fire resistant construction measures for room additions, decks/balconies, and Existing R337.1.3 for exterior wildfire exposure accessory structures.

CBC Section 1505.1.3 Roof coverings within all other Amends CBC Section 1505.1.3 regarding roof assemblies to require at a minimum fire retardant Existing areas Class "A" roof coverings for all new buildings and for existing buildings, when more than 50% of the roof is replaced. A Class "A" fire rating is the highest of fire resistance for roofing products. The 2019 CBC allows buildings to be constructed with less restrictive roof coverings. This proposed amendment is recommended because of the City's exposure to rapid fire spread hazards during local high winds and Class "A" fire rating have proven effective in resisting ignition from flying CBC Section 3109 Swimming pool or spa (Single- Existing amendments to this section are intended to be revised to be more consistent with the state Revised Family Residence) code and surrounding cities. The existing requirement for pool barriers would remain.

CRC Section 301.2 (Table Climatic and Geographic Design The table for this section is being amended to take into consideration local conditions such as Existing R301.2(1)) Criteria seismic factors, weather (high wind) and damage from termite infestation. In the 2019 CRC the table is blank until local jurisdictions fill it in with their local conditions criteria.

CRC Section R405.1 Concrete or masonry foundations Deletes the "Exception" from the end of this section for foundations installed on well-drained Existing ground or sand-gravel mixture soils.

CRC Section R902.1 Roof covering materials Require fire retardant Class "A" roof coverings for all residential buildings. All fire retardant material Existing must be tested and meet established performance standards. * The remaining local amendments to the CBC and CRC not referenced are already in the LNMC and are recommended by OCFA to be re-adopted as-is.

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