Agenda — Norco City Council, November 2, 2022 (part 2 of 3)

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Advance: Reporting & Collaboration
Reporting & Collaboration
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Reporting and Communicating is the key to any partnership.

We dedicate multiple points of Contact to you so that we ensure 1) effective outreach and 2) that your questions, feedback, and other information can be answered, collected, and utilized.

Reporting
Through our partnership we willestablish regular communication with you. We report to you regularly with updates from our recruitment efforts, industry news, and other information that will allow you to become more of an expert on your market and the industry.

Your team will be reaching out to property owners, brokers, developers, retailers, restaurants, and other industry players on your behalf. These conversations will be summarized and provided to you to keep you in the know on our efforts.

In addition, through our experience we know we can learn as much from a "no" as we can from the "yes", We provide you information on why it is a yes and why it was a no so that your community can better understand how prospective businesses and industry leaders view your community.

Basecamp
RetailStrategies utilizes Basecamp, a project management and collaboration web platform, to record and store
conversations and information shared with our Clients. This platform is username and password protected and keeps
our partnership organized.

We understand that your team willadjust and grow
overtime and Basecamp allows new members of your team
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Advance: RetailTrends & Access
Retail is constantly evolving and changing. Everydaywe are processing new information and converting it into insights for our Client Communities.

Throughout the life of our partnership we willcontinuously provide updates on industry trends and expansion.

Each month we engage leaders within the retail industry to provide a deeper understanding of what is happening within the industiy. These webinars are accessible live and available on-demand.
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Through our partnership your community has 24/7 access to the best data and analyticaltools available.Whether it is a request directly from our Client, or from a local property owner, we are here to provide valuable data and insights to ensure the maximum opportunity for growth to occur.
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RETAILRECRUITMENTTEAM “°W'“°W"
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Matthew Tate Christopher Bontrager

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Brookley Valencia John Mark Boozer

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DIRECTOR COORDINATOR

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Scope of Services
DATA &ANALYTICS| REALESTATEANALYSIS| COMMUNITYINPUT| RETAILSTRATEGY I Retail Real Estate Analysisperformed by LicensedRetailReal Estate Professionals 0 Identifyand Evaluate priority commercial properties for development, re-development and higher and best use opportunities
- Identification of priority business categories for recruitment and/or local expansion - Target List of Retailers and Restaurants {minimum of 30) - Customized Marketing Guide (four pages)
- Identifymarket retailtrade area using political boundaries, drive times and radii and custom boundary geographies
- Perform market and retail GAP analysis for trade area (ie. leakage and surplus) - Analyze community's growth potentialthrough the peer analysisand GAP analysis - Analysis of future retail space requirements in relation to the peer markets and retail opportunities
I Conduct retail peer market analysis
- Identifyand evaluate competing shopping areas
- Tapestry |ifesty|es- psychographic profile of trade area / market segmentation analysis - Consumer Spending Pattern Reports
- Market Outlook Reports
- Aerialimagery oftrade area(s)
- Provide updates on retail industry trends
0 Custom on—demanddemographic research — historical, current, and pro'ected demographics —to includemarket trade areas by radius/drivetime, an custom trade area RECRUITMENT| REPRESENTATION| OUTREACH | CONNECTIVITY
I Pro«active retail recruitment for entire community
- Willcontact a minimum of 30 overall retailers, restaurants, brokers and/or developers each year
- Updates on new activity willbe provided to Client's designated primary point of contact via Basecamp, telephone, or email on a regular basis 0 ICSCand Retail Live conference representationupdates provided according to the yearly conference schedule - Active outreach to localbrokers and landowners
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The total fee for completion of work is due upon execution of agreement. Project fees are due within 30 days of receipt of the invoice.

Should the Client request a special assignment, additionalwork, and/or additional travel needs not specificallyreferenced in the contract, we willprepare written authorizationto be signed by the Client in advance of commencing any additional work.

RETAILSTRATEGIES
We ask all our future partners to consider a 3-year mindset when considering a N t t
partnership with us. Retail recruitment is an ongoing process with most decisions taking between 18 and 36 months.

Pricing valid for 60 days
Service Investment
Year 1 RetailRecruitment $50,000
Year 1 Investment $50,000
Year 2 Retail Recruitment $50,000
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Exhibit “B”
Insurance Speci?cations

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EXHIBIT“B”

INSURANCE SPECIFICATIONS
Without limiting CONSULTANT’s indemnification of CITY, and prior to performing any work under this AGREEMENT or receiving any compensation, CONSULANT shall obtain, provide and maintain at its own expense during the ten'n of this AGREEMENT, policies of insurance of the type and amounts described below and in a form that is satisfactory to CITY.

General liability insurance. CONSULTANT shall maintain commercial general liability insurance with coverage at least as broad as Insurance Services Of?ce form CC 00 01, in an amount not less than$ 1,000,000.00 dollars per occurrence, $ 2,000,000.00 dollars general aggregate, for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage, including without limitation, blanket contractual liability.

E] [Check if Applicable] Automobile liability insurance. CONSULTANT shall maintain automobile insurance at least as broad as Insurance Services Of?ce form CA 00 01 covering bodily injury and property damage for all activities of CONSULTANT arising out of or in connection with the work to be perfomned under this AGREEMENT, including coverage for any owned, hired, non—owned, or rented vehicles, in an amount not less than$ 1.00o.o00.00dollarscombined single limitfor each accident. ,/ [Check if Applicable] Workers’ compensation insurance. CONSULTANT shall maintain Workers’ Compensation insurance (Statutory Limits) and Employers Liability Insurance (with limitsof at |east$ 1,000,000.00 dollars). CONSULTANT shall submit to CITY, along with the certi?cate of insurance, a Waiver of Subrogation endorsement in favor of CITY, its officers, agents. employees, and volunteers. [Check if Applicable] Umbrella or excess liability insurance. CONSULTANT shall obtain and maintain an umbrella or excess liability insurance policy with limits of not less than $4,000,000.00 dollars that will provide bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage liability coverage at least as broad as the primary coverages set forth above, including commercial general liability and employers liability. Such policy or policies shall include the following terms and conditions:
- A drop down feature requiring the policy to respond if any primary insurance that would otherwise have applied proves to be uncollectible in whole or in part for any reason;
- Pay on behalf of wording as opposed to reimbursement; - Concurrency of effective dates with primary policies; - Policies shall “follow form” to the underlying primary policies; and - insureds under primary policies shall also be insureds under the umbrella or excess policies.
[Check if Applicable] Professional liability (errors 8. omissions) insurance.

NSULTANT shall maintain professional liabilityinsurance that covers the services to

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be performed in connection with this AGREEMENT, in the minimum amount of $ 1,000,000 00 dollars per claim and in the aggregate. Any policy inception date, continuity date, or retroactive date must be before the effective date of this AGREEMENT and CONSULTANT agrees to maintain continuous coverage through a period no less than three years after completion of the services required by this AGREEMENT.
[Check if Applicable] Pollution liability insurance. Environmental Impairment Liability Insurance shall be written on CONSULTANT‘s Pollution Liability form or other form acceptable to CITY providing coverage for liability arising out of sudden, accidental, and gradual pollution and remediation. The policy limitshall be no less than $1,000,000.00 dollars per claim and in the aggregate. All activities contemplated in this AGREEMENT shall be speci?cally scheduled on the policy as “covered operations." The policy shall provide coverage for the hauling of waste from the project site to the ?nal disposal location, including non—owned disposal sites. Products/completed operations coverage shall extend a minimum of three years after project completion. Coverage shall be included on behalf of the insured for covered claims arising out of the actions of independent contractors. If the insured is using subcontractors, the policy must include work performed “by or on behalf’ of the insured. Policy shall contain no language that would invalidate or remove the insurers duty to defend or indemnify for claims or suits expressly excluded from coverage.

Policy shall speci?cally provide for a duty to defend on the part of the insurer. The CITY, its officials, of?oers, agents, and employees, shall be included as insureds under the policy.
[Check if Applicable] Explosion, collapse, underground insurance.

CONSULTANT shall furnish a copy of a public liability and property damage insurance policy with “XCU"or equivalent coverage in an amount not less than $ 1,000,000.00 dollars per person and $ 2,000,000.00 dollars per oocurrence for personal injury. The limitof property damage liability shall be not less than 3 1,000,000.00 dollars for each occurrence as payment for damages to property which may result from or be caused by such public display of ?reworks and arising from any acts of the CONSULTANT, its agent, employees, or subcontractors presenting such public display. CITY, its of?cers, agents, and employees shall be additional insureds under the policy. CONSULTANT shall not cancel the insurance coverage without fifteen (15) days prior written notice to the State Fire Marshal.

Proof of insurance. CONSULTANT shall provide certi?cates of insurance to CITY as evidence of the insurance coverage required herein, along with a waiver of subrogation endorsement for workers’ compensation. Insurance certi?cates and endorsement must be approved by CITY prior to commencement of performance. Current certi?cation of insurance shall be kept on file with CITY at all times during the term of this contract.

CITY reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, at any time.

Duration of coverage. CONSULTANT shall procure and maintain for the duration of the AGREEMENT insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damages to property, which may arise from or in connection with the perforrnanoe of this

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AGREEMENT by CONSULTANT, his/her/its agents, representatives, employees, or subconsultants. If this AGREEMENT involves construction, CONSULTANT must maintain general liability and umbrella or excess liabilityinsurance for as long as there is a statutory exposure to completed operations claims. CITY and its of?cers, of?cials, employees, and agents shall continue as additional insureds under such policies.

CITY’s rights of enforcement. In the event any policy of insurance required under this AGREEMENT does not comply with these speci?cations or is canceled and not replaced, CITY has the right but not the duty to obtain the insurance it deems necessary and any premium paid by CITY will be promptly reimbursed by CONSULTANT or CITY will withhold amounts sufficient to pay premium from CONSULTANT’s payments. In the alternative, CITY may cancel this AGREEMENT.

Acceptable insurers. All insurance policies shall be issued by an insurance company currently authorized by the Insurance Commissioner to transact business of insurance in the State of California, with an assigned policyholders‘ Rating of A- (or higher) and Financial Size Category Class VII (or larger) in accordance with the latest edition of Best's Key Rating Guide, unless otherwise approved by CITY. Notwithstanding the foregoing, XCU insurance shall have a rating of at least B-VI.

Waiver of subrogation. All insurance coverage maintained or procured pursuant to this AGREEMENT shall be endorsed to waive subrogation against CITY, its elected or appointed of?cers, agents, of?cials, employees, and volunteers or shall speci?cally allow CONSULTANT or others providing insurance evidence in compliance with these specifications to waive their right of recovery prior to a loss. CONSULTANT hereby waives its own right of recovery against CITY, and shall require similar written express waivers and insurance clauses from each of its subconsultants.

Enforcement of contract provisions (non estoppel). CONSULTANT acknowledges and agrees that any actual or alleged failure on the part of CITY to inform CONSULTANT of noncompliance with any requirement imposes no additional obligations on the CITYnor does it waive any rights hereunder.

Speci?cations not limiting. Requirements of speci?c coverage features or limits contained in this Section are not intended as a limitationon coverage, limits, or other requirements, or a waiver of any coverage normally provided by any insurance. Speci?c reference to a given coverage feature is for purposes of clari?cation only as it pertains to a given issue and is not intended by any party or insured to be all inclusive, or to the exclusion of other coverage, or a waiver of any type.

Notice of cancellation. CONSULTANT agrees to oblige its insurance agent or broker and insurers to provide to CITY with a thirty (30) day notice of cancellation (except for nonpayment for which a ten (10) day notice is required) or nonrenewal of coverage for each required coverage.

Additional insured status General liability policies shall provide or be endorsed to provide that CITY and its officers, of?cials, employees, and agents shall be additional insureds under such policies. This provision shall also apply to any excess liability

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policies. Coverage available to the additional insured shall be primary and noncontributory.

Agency’s right to revise speci?cations. CITY reserves the right at any time during the term of the AGREEMENT to change the amounts and types of insurance required by giving CONSULTANT ninety (90) days advance written notice of such change. If such change results in substantial additional cost to CONSULTANT, CITY and CONSULTANT may renegotiate CONSULTANT’scompensation.
self-insured retentions. Any self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by CITY. CITY reserves the right to require that self-insured retentions be eliminated, lowered, or replaced by a deductible. Self-insurance will not be considered to comply with these speci?cations unless approved by CITY.

Timely notice of claims. CONSULTANT shall give CITY prompt and timely notice of claims made or suits instituted that arise out of or result from CONSULTANT’s performance under this AGREEMENT, and that involve or may involve coverage under any of the required liabilitypolicies.

Additional insurance. CONSULTANT shall also procure and maintain, at its own cost and expense, any additional kinds of insurance, which in its own judgment may be necessary for its proper protection and prosecution of the work.

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City Council

STAFF REPORT
Date: November 2, 2022 Agenda Item:

2.F.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
Prepared By: Chad Blais, Public Works Director
Department: Public Works
SUBJECT:

Award of Professional Design Services Contract for the West Norco Channel Extension Storm Drain Project
RECOMMENDATION:

Award contract to Armstrong & Brooks Consulting Engineers for professional design services for the West Norco Channel Extension Storm Drain Project in the amount of $132,100; and authorize the City Manager to approve contract change orders up to 10 percent of the total proposal amount of each proposal.

SUMMARY:

Proposals for professional design services for the West Norco Channel Extension Storm Drain Project were submitted to the City on September 15, 2022 with Armstrong & Brooks Consulting Engineer providing the most responsive and cost-effective proposal for the project.

BACKGROUND:

Requests for Proposals for storm drain design services were sent out on August 23, 2022 with proposals being submitted on September 15, 2022. A total of two (2) companies submitted design proposals for the West Norco Channel Extension Storm Drain Project.

The proposal summary analysis has been provided below for Council's review and exhibit identifying the project location (see Project Exhibit).

Company West Norco Channel
Extension SD
K&A Engineers $218,094
Armstrong & Brooks $132,100
Staff has reviewed all the proposals submitted and determined that Armstrong & Brooks Consulting Engineers of Corona, California as being the responsive and cost-effective bidder in the amount of $132,100 (see attached proposal). Therefore, staff is recommending that the City Council accept the proposals submitted, award a contract to

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Armstrong & Brooks Consulting Engineers for professional design services for the West Norco Channel Extension Storm Drain Project in the amount of $132,100 (see attached Contract); and authorize the City Manager to approve contract change orders up to 10 percent of the total proposal amount.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The West Norco Channel Extension Storm Drain Project described herein was approved as Capital Improvement Project (CIP) for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. Funds are available and sufficient to fund the lowest bidder bid amount including the 10 percent contingency (Project number 4214.41; $150,000 for design - 129.935.43180.30) RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:

Design of the West Norco Channel Extension Storm Drain Project is consistent with Strategic Direction #5 - Infrastructure & Asset Management: Ensure timely preservation, replacement, improvement and acquisition of infrastructure and capital assets.

REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Certified as to Availability of Funds: Lisette Free, Finance Director Approved by: Lori Sassoon, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLC, City Attorney ATTACHMENT(S):

Project Exhibit
Proposal
Contract

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Armstrong & Brooks Consulting Engineers

PROPOSAL FOR CIVIL ENGINEERING SERVICES
TO:

CITY OF NORCO

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL – PS&E

PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING AND DESIGN SERVICES FOR
“WEST NORCO CHANNEL STORM DRAIN
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT”
DATE: September 15, 2022
SUBMITTED BY:

ARMSTRONG & BROOKS CONSULTING ENGINEERS
1350 E. CHASE DR., CORONA, CA 92881

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Armstrong & Brooks Consulting Engineers
1530 Consumer Cir. Unit B ~ Corona, CA ~ 92880
Ph. (951) 372-8400 ~ Fax (951) 372-8430
September 15, 2022
J.N. 122.2123.2
City of Norco
Public Works Department
2870 Clark Ave.

Norco, CA 92860
Attn: Mr. Sam Nelson, P.E.

Senior Engineer
Regarding: RFP for Civil Engineering Design Services
Storm Drain Design – Approx. 1,300 L.F.

WEST NORCO CHANNEL EXTENSION STORM DRAIN PROJECT
Dear Sam:

We would like to thank you for another opportunity to provide the City of Norco Public Works Department with a proposal for Civil Engineering Services. The items listed in this proposal are based on our review of the City’s RFP and our extensive site knowledge from previous design history of existing utilities within the project limits.

On the succeeding pages of this proposal we have outlined the work included in the preparation and processing of the public storm drain improvement plans, specifications and construction cost estimates. The scope of work in this proposal is subject to your review and approval and any deletion or addition of line items will result in an appropriate fee adjustment.

Upon review of this proposal, A&B is confident that the City of Norco will find that the A&B consultant team is experienced and capable of providing value engineering concepts to ensure that the project can be successfully completed within the estimated project budget.

Being a modest size engineering firm, A&B has implemented a project management philosophy which centers on assigning a principal-in-charge to each project. A&B believes that having a firm’s Principal directly involved in a project from inception through construction minimizes the risks associated with management turnover, including design changes and scope creep. William Brooks, P.E. will be the principal in charge of this project.

An additional management tool central to A&B’s success, is the firm’s cost control accounting software which ensures successful management of a project’s staffing level and design costs.

Armstrong & Brooks
Consulting Engineers
Planning-Infrastructure-Site Development-Water Resources

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Armstrong & Brooks Consulting Engineers, Inc.
1350 E. Chase Drive ~ Corona, CA ~ 92881 (P.O. Box 78088) Ph. (951) 372-8400 ~ Fax (951) 372-8430
Armstrong & Brooks Consulting Engineers has assembled a professional consultant team with the expertise and resources available to perform the project’s tasks such that it can prepare the plans specifications and estimates within a timeframe of 5.5 months.

In addition to Bill Brooks and Dennis Armstrong, primary contacts for the potential sub-consultants include:

1. Mr. Michael Gonzales, CBelow (Utility Potholing).

2. Mr. Steve Dillon, Arrowhead Mapping (Aerial Photogrammetry and Topography)

3. Mr. Nickey Akbariyeh, P.E., Nova Services, Inc. (Geotechnical & Soils Engineering) Our fee proposal is located within the proposal as indicated. The hourly rates depicted in the hourly rate schedule are inclusive of all incidental expenses (mileage, telephone, mailings, original mylars, bond prints, etc.) anticipated in the performance of the main items of Engineering Services to be rendered and there will be no additional charges.

Thank you again for this opportunity to be of service and should you have any questions or comments regarding the contents of this proposal during the evaluation, please do not hesitate to contact either Dennis Armstrong or William Brooks at 951-372-8400.

The proposal and fee are valid for 90-days from submission to the City of Norco.

Sincerely,
______________________ ______________________
Dennis G. Armstrong, P.E. William D. Brooks, P.E.

Principal Principal

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1.0 Work Plan and Scope of Work – Project Understanding Armstrong & Brooks Consulting Engineers, Inc. is located in the City of Corona, less than five (5) miles from the City of Norco, and only minutes from the project site. The principals and staff are thoroughly familiar with the project’s requirements and its surroundings. We have completed several storm drain design projects within the City that have been bid and constructed at or within 3 to 5 percent of the Engineer’s Estimate.

A&B’s competitive advantage stems from its local community knowledge together with its extensive experience in the design of gravity pipeline systems, including the implementation of cost effective solutions to design challenges such as work within residential communities and utility conflicts within the public rights-of-way. A&B utilizes this advantage to provide an exceptionally high level of service to the City at a significant cost savings when compared with similarly capable firms.

We understand that the City’s schedule for project design services is critical to the project’s success and A&B has committed resources to the City of Norco to ensure the project is complete by the schedule provided.

The storm drain will be designed to RCFC & WCD standards for ownership and maintenance by the Riverside County Flood Control & Water Conservation District. The proposed minimum 8’ x 4’ RCB alignment will begin in Kips Korner Park at Parkridge Ave. (where 2 parallel existing 57-inch RCP’s will be removed and replaced with an RCB) and then southwesterly in easements through the park’s open trapezoidal channel and then continuing through private residences in easements (remove existing parallel 57-inch RCP’s) and another open trapezoidal channel located in parking lot at the shopping center NW corner of River Road and Second Street.

A review of existing easements and rights-of-way will be performed to determine the available widths are sufficient for construction of the project. We will identify the right-of-way needed for mitigation and downstream impacts, as well as if the R.O.W. is held in fee, easement, or as a temporary construction easement.

Armstrong & Brooks is familiar with the City’s challenges pertaining to potential waterline and gas line relocations within certain parts of the City and the construction challenges experienced in parts of the City because of shallow bedrock. How these items may impact the proposed project will be determined during design development and subsequent potholing. In general, since the alignment is in open trapezoidal channel or where existing RCP conduits exist, so we don’t anticipate unfavorable soil conditions for conventional trenching equipment.

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1.0 Work Plan and Scope of Work – Project Understanding-Continued

2.1 Research and Field Review
A&B will obtain City record information and research available records and maps, including all recorded tract and parcel maps within the project limits, to create a digital base map for use in plan preparation.

A&B will perform a comprehensive search of existing utilities to ascertain the presence of existing, active and/or abandoned infrastructure to identify potential project impacts.

A database will be generated documenting all communication with each utility purveyor within the project limits. An inquiry letter to USA will be generated which describes the project, its schedule, and limits delineated on a Thomas Bros. Map and/or a Google Map reference. USA will provide a list of all active utility members within the project limits. Other utility owners, if any, will be obtained from a search of available plans and records together with field reconnaissance.

A&B will generate a letter describing the project and its schedule to each utility company requesting plans of their facilities. The letter will include a utility response form that will be logged into the database with the utility’s contact person. In the event no response is received within the requested time frame, A&B will attempt to contact the utility purveyor via telephone. In the unlikely event the requested information is not received in a timely fashion, a site visit to the utility purveyor will be made to obtain record information. All utility information will be incorporated into the digital base map. As the design develops, progress prints will be sent to each utility company for review and coordination at the concept review (30)%, 60%, 85-90%, and 100% final design completion milestones. We will submit a copy of all utility notifications and correspondence at the Preliminary Design Review Workshop.

2.2 Field Design Survey & Aerial Topo. Survey (1”=20’ w. 1-foot contours) and Project Control Our survey crew will establish horizontal and vertical control, recover centerline monuments and ties, and set aerial targets. We will conduct a field design street cross-sectional survey at 50-foot intervals along the project limits. We will field locate all existing utility vaults, sanitary sewer manholes, water valves, DDC’s, air valves, fire hydrants, blow offs, water meters, landscape meters and appurtenances.

Where feasible, below ground facilities (sewer manholes, etc.) will be dipped and the data will be compared to record drawings.

We anticipate tying vertical control to the NGVD-88 datum via benchmarks established by the offices of either the Riverside County Surveyor or Flood Control & Water Conservation District (RCFCWCD). We anticipate establishing horizontal control along the project public/private streets which will then be tied to the State Plane Coordinate System (NAD 83). This proposal excludes performing a boundary survey and resolution or the re-establishment of missing monumentation, if any.

A&B staff will perform a field investigation with the compiled record data and field survey data to confirm identity and location of “As-Built” facilities within the proposed project limits.

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1.0 Work Plan and Scope of Work – Project Understanding-Continued

2.3 Base Map Preparation
A Base Map identifying the existing improvements and record rights-of-way within the proposed project limits will be compiled from the data gathered during our research of available records and our field survey.

The Base Map, prepared in AutoCad format, will show all relevant existing property lines, rights-of-way, curb & gutter, driveways, sidewalks, ADA Ramps, streetlights, street signage and striping and all utilities within the project limits. All existing utility manholes, vaults, valve covers, fire hydrants, water meters, landscape meter and backflow preventers, trees (species and trunk diameter), driveways and mailboxes will be clearly identified on the project plans.

2.4 Hydrology Study & Field Verification
A&B will utilize City of Norco’s Master Drainage Plan, couple with City provided improvement plans and topographical maps to establish the Q-10 and Q-100 design flows tributary to the proposed storm drain facilities.

In addition to the MDP imagery, City provided data and imagery, aerial topography (provided by our team), and field topographic survey, we will traverse the project site and tributary area in an effort to identify nuances to the drainage patterns which may not be evident on the map(s). It is a common for individual property owners within the City to re-direct flow tributary to their property in an effort to alleviate flooding only to cause problems for adjacent and/or downstream neighbors. We will confirm the proposed catch basin pick-up points to ensure consistency with the MDP.

A&B will also perform water surface profile calculations with WSPGN software to ensure hydraulic capacity and acceptable freeboard for the design flows.

This field work and storm drain basis of design will be provided in the form of a technical memorandum for City approval.

2.5 Prepare and Process a Geotechnical Engineering Investigation and Report Upon selection of an alignment, Nova Services Inc. will perform the geotechnical investigation consisting of a review of background information and site reconnaissance, a field exploration with a minimum of 5 soil borings, geotechnical laboratory testing, and an engineering analysis in accordance with the parameters identified in the RFP. In general, the alignment is relatively fixed within the confines of existing easements and the open trapezoidal channel, existing underground RCP SD’s, as well as the existing facility tie-ins upstream and downstream. They propose to conduct a total of 5 borings along the project alignment. We will provide five (5) borings from 15-feet (min). to 25-feet depth (max.) or refusal. All borings will be hand augured for the first 5-feet to avoid any potential underground utilities.

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1.0 Work Plan and Scope of Work – Project Understanding-Continued The findings will be presented in a geotechnical report prepared by a licensed Geotechnical Engineer encompass the specific items listed in the RFP at a minimum:

1. Description of the project site and overall feasibility.

2. Description of groundwater, site and subsurface conditions.

3. Logs of soil borings (5 boring minimum) to include descriptions of soil types encountered, penetration resistance, excavation characteristics (including existing pavement thickness), caving potential and groundwater conditions

4. The approximate GPS coordinates of any borings/investigations shall be provided. Any boring done within paved areas should be done within the trench limits for the proposed improvements.

5. Soil Compressibility, preliminary soil strength and permeability.

6. Evaluation of groundbreaking due to faulting, seismicity and seismic design parameters.

7. Description of the onsite material and analysis of its suitability for use as backfill for pertinent basin structures and over-excavations, storm drain bedding and backfill, and miscellaneous structure backfill.

8. Evaluation of soluble sulfate and chloride content of the onsite materials and recommendations for cement type and corrosion protection of steel

9. Rippability and recommendations for trenching, temporary excavations and soil parameters for the design of shoring

10. Soil parameters such as allowable bearing pressures, lateral earth pressures and coefficient of friction for the design of storm drains, flood control structures and earth retaining structures.

Please include the recommended Rankine's Factor (K) and Sliding Friction (μ') values for use on RCP D-Load calculations as well as the recommended modulus of subgrade reaction (Ks) for the associated allowable bearing pressures.

11. Percentages of sands, silts and clay to determine the soil erodibility factor (K) using Erickson nomograph.

2.6 Preliminary Design Review Workshop (30% plans and PDR).

Upon completion of tasks 2.1 through 2.5, A&B will develop a preliminary plan & profile alignment study for the proposed storm drain facilities. We will indicate all proposed pipeline crossings and pothole locations. The project limits for this project are all within existing easements of various widths (to be determined), so an easement analysis will be performed to determine if new easements (and or temporary construction easements are required.

Recommendations will be presented in a Preliminary Design Report (PDR) depicting the utility research, preliminary hydrology study and conceptual alignment study. In addition to preliminary plan and profile alignment, the PDR will provide recommendations for pothole locations, pipeline materials, permitting requirements, traffic impacts, and a preliminary cost estimate. The PDR will be submitted to the City Staff for review prior to the Preliminary Design Review Workshop per our proposed scope of work and project schedule.

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1.0 Work Plan and Scope of Work – Project Understanding-Continued We anticipate scheduling the preliminary design workshop with City/County Flood Control (agency) staff, upon the agency’s completion of its two-week review period. Our goal is to have selected an alignment and to reach an agreement on the pothole locations prior to leaving the workshop. This deliverable will be the Concept Review (1st Review per the RFP RCFD & WCD Plan Preparation Guidelines for Partner Led Projects).

Catch Basin Hydrology and Preliminary Design (PE)
Prepare hydrology study for, and preliminary sizing of proposed inlets/catch basins  The 10 year and 100 year Rational Method hydrology calculations shall be completed, together with street flow capacities to determine proposed inlet/catch basin locations.  Catch Basin lengths and locations shall be determined, and compared to design topographic mapping to identify any space constraints. Ponding depths and flow-by rates shall be determined, with flow-by values being added to the next downstream catch basin depending upon street carrying capacity.
 Identify preliminary horizontal alignments for connector pipes, including estimated sizes. These horizontal alignments will be used to help identify if/where any potential utility conflicts may exist (for utility coordination), and where junctions with the mainline will be located.

Mainline Alignment and Profile (PE):

For the preferred alignment, prepare initial engineered horizontal alignment and profile plots for the complete length of the project. Project mainline and lateral alignments shall be plotted on design mapping to scale with offsets to roadway centerline and property lines dimensioned.

Profile shall show enough detail to allow an understanding of how the project will accommodate all vertical constraints, major utilities and outlet conditions.

Prepare and overlay the HGL (pressurized) or Water Surface (non-pressurized) onto the profile.

The hydraulics for the Mainline / Laterals should utilize the mainline / lateral flow rates identified by Planning during the PDR, and the junction locations and estimated sizes determined by the Catch Basin Hydrology and preliminary design. Confirm all boundary condition assumptions (U/S and D/S controlling water surfaces, etc).

The Design Engineer shall determine if right of way (ROW) will be required in order to construct the project. If ROW is required, the Design Engineer shall determine the limits of land required for the project as well as ROW needed for mitigation and downstream impacts. .

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2.7 Pothole Plans and field Verify Existing Utilities
CBelow will pothole up to fifteen (15) utility locations following the Preliminary Design Review Workshop. Traffic control is included and will be per the WATCH Manual, as well as no-fee City encroachment permits for the work to pothole utilities as required.

Field survey data will be collected under the supervision of a licensed P.L.S. and compiled by A&B to generate details identifying top and bottom of existing facilities at anticipated crossing locations.

2.8 60% Improvement Plans, Specifications & Estimates
The RFP identifies the following submittal schedule: Concept Review, 30%, 60%, 90%, and 100% final submittals. The submittals will contain two (2) full size (24”x36”) and two (2) ½-size (11”x17”) plan sets. The final mylar submittal will include one (1) full size (24”x36”) plan sets and one (1) ½-size (11”x17”) plan sets. A preliminary Engineer’s cost estimate and technical specifications will be submitted at 90% and all subsequent submittals.

Each submittal will be made within three weeks, as indicated on the proposed project schedule (“Exhibit B”-Schedule of Services), of receipt of City plan check comments. The project schedule includes twoweek period by City staff at the PDR and all formal submittals. A&B proposes to meet with Agency Staff on a set schedule (preferably monthly or bi-monthly) to discuss the deliverables and progress made subsequent to the previous submittal.

Connector Pipes & Inlet Design (PE):

Finalize the geometric and hydraulic design and profiles for Catch Basins, Connector Pipes, and other Inlets based on potholing information and field confirmation of compatibility with existing conditions.

Outlet & Other Detail Design (PE):

Impacts at outlets are often critical to both R/W and regulatory permitting. Proposed outlet design will be studied in the field for potential downstream, adjoining property and regulatory permitting impacts along with access considerations. Outlet design will be based upon hydraulic calculations for outlet flow velocities, scour potential and regulatory impacts. Confirm R/W requirements at outlet.

Utility Relocation Plans (PE):

Based upon plan information and pothole results, utilities that are in conflict should be identified.

Utility companies will be contacted by the Design Engineer to verify utility location, type and relocation possibilities. Preliminary utility relocation designs will be incorporated into the storm drain plans where possible, or the utility company or the Design Engineer will prepare a separate utility relocation plan.

If the utility company prepares the relocation design, the plans must be reviewed by the Project Engineer to ensure the utility relocation is clear of the flood control project.

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1.0 Work Plan and Scope of Work – Project Understanding-Continued Paving and Traffic Plans (PE):

The limits for the street improvements need to be determined and shown on the plans. This may require field meetings with City/County/Caltrans to come to an agreement on what needs to be paved, replaced, fixed, etc. If the City / County are seeking additional paving, initiate discussions for cost sharing. Consideration should also be given to the potential for construction traffic to accelerate damage to under-designed roads. The traffic closure plans will also be determined and shown on the plans. 60% Plan Engineering (PE):

The 30% plans should be adjusted per results of the meeting with City/County, pothole results, and utility purveyor coordination. Update proposed plan and profile, size of facility, manhole locations, hydraulic data and hydraulic grade lines, existing ground surface, known utility crossings with clearance, stationing invert elevations and length of proposed structure, as needed. Also, include structures for various laterals, junctions and connectors, but without detailed information (show location and size of structure). Add construction notes and details to the plans that are consistent with standard District pay items. Include title sheet, index map, detail sheets, connector pipe profile sheets, proposed street improvement and traffic control sheets.

Hydrology and Hydraulics Report (PE):

Complete hydrology and hydraulic calculations for overall project. Compile hydrology and hydraulics report into a complete self-contained package, including narrative, mapping/exhibits, calculations and reference drawings and materials. Hydrology backup material will contain the hydrology work maps and hydrology calculations accompanied by network schematic for hydrology model. The hydraulic analysis section will include WSPG runs for the mainline and laterals, and will contain narrative explaining assumptions and boundary conditions used. Any hand calculations will be included, as well as a narrative explanation of the approach to the project and all assumptions made in the analysis. Information should be organized and labeled such that a third party can easily find the backup to a portion of the project for which they are interested.

Preliminary Cost Estimate (PE)
Prepare bid schedule in standard District format ensuring that each item to be constructed has a bid item in the schedule and is identified in the construction notes and details on the plans.

Prepare or refine quantity and cost estimates for each bid item. Research appropriate unit costs, such as by using information from the planning unit cost sheets or from recent projects. Include a 10% contingency on top of the estimated construction total.

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2.9 Improvement Plans, Specifications & Estimates (90% Submittal) The improvement plans will be prepared in AutoCAD 2015 format and we anticipate the plans will consist of the following for the Project:

Title Sheet (Vicinity Map, Location Map, General Notes, Legend, Utility Contacts, and Signature Block, Basis of Bearing and Project Benchmark)
Sheets 2-3 (Construction Notes, Key & Index Maps, Typical Street Cross-Sections, Details (inlets, pipeline crossings, trench bedding, RCB, Transition Structures, and misc. details as required), and Horizontal Control
Sheets 4-6 (SD RCB Improvement Plans-, plan & profile - (H: 1”=20’ V: 1’=2’ or 4’) Detailed technical specifications shall be provided for the pipeline facilities and appurtenances together with trench backfill, paving requirements and repair of City streets at the 90% submittal. An Engineer’s cost estimate will be provided detailing all storm drain facilities and appurtenances. A&B takes great pride in its firm’s history for providing realistic estimates that usually are within 3-5% of the awarded construction contract.

90% Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (PE):

Determine the requirements of the Construction General Permit (CGP) that are applicable to the project.

If coverage under the CGP is required, prepare a 90% Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) following the template given by Water Quality Compliance (WQC) Section. Provide a 90% SWPPP to the PM and to WQC for review and comment. If coverage under the CGP is NOT required, a PPP will still be required and should be prepared and provided to the PM for review and comment.

Cost Estimate Verification:

Update the project cost estimates to reflect all project elements and to be consistent with the draft specifications.

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2.10 CLOMR/LOMR
Flood Plain Analysis
A&B will perform a hydraulic model using the HEC-RAS computer program. The model will be based on sections using the RCFC & WCD topographic maps and previous models obtained from RCFC & WCD or other studies. The study will evaluate the maximum encroachment of fill into the flood plain that does not impact the downstream and upstream properties. The analysis will include the following:
 A HEC-RAS model for the pre-project condition to assess the current flood plain and flood way limits in order to establish the existing flood plain and floodway baseline condition.  A HEC-RAS model for the post-project condition to assess the flood plain and flood way limits that have been changed as a result of fill material encroaching into the drainage course  Preparation of pre-project and post-project flood plain maps for drainage course to establish the limits of fill material and right-of-way for RCFC & WCD.  Determination of scour depth anticipated for the proposed slope armorment that may be required for a project site. (if applicable).
 The processing of a Conditional Letter of Map Revision or Letter of Map Revision as applicable based on the revised flood elevations determined from the project improvements.  The existing FIRM Panel FM06065C0687G with an effective date of August 28, 20008 (Figure 1.0) will be revised and reviewed by FEMA through an Overview and Concurrence Form per below in Figure 2.0:

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1.0 Work Plan and Scope of Work – Project Understanding-Continued Figure 1.0 “FIRM Panel FM06065C0687G”

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Figure 2.0 - “Overview & Concurrence Form”

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2.11 Improvement Plans, Specifications & Estimates (100% & Final Mylar Submittal) In addition to incorporating the County’s 90% review comments, A&B will continually update the project technical specifications, Engineer’s Estimate and the proposed bid schedule form.

Final Specifications (PE):

Finalize specifications based on comments from the Senior Engineer or EPM and Chief of Design and Construction Division. Make sure to review and incorporate the specifications provided by ERS.

Obtain and include the specification title sheet and all required appendices (such as the Project Sign, Soils Borings, etc.). Double check that bid items match specifications exactly and are reflected on the plans

2.12 Project Coordination and Meetings
In addition to the project milestones, the following meetings are anticipated by A&B unless deleted by the City Project Manager:
 Project Kick-off meeting
 Preliminary Design/Alignment Review Meeting
 PDT Meetings (estimate 3)
 30% submittal – Conceptual Submittal
 60% submittal
 90% submittal
 100% submittal
 Pre-construction meeting
Hard copies of all design plans, reports and supporting calculations shall be provided for agency review at the pre-determined submittal milestones, and we can also provide electronic digital (PDF) copies to facilitate the review and comment process.

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2.13 Project Management and Cost Controls
Being a modest size engineering firm, A&B has implemented a project management philosophy which centers on assigning a principal-in-charge to each project. A&B believes that having a firm’s Principal directly involved in a project from inception through construction minimizes the risks associated with management turnover, including design changes and scope creep. William Brooks, P.E. will be the principal in charge of this project.

Armstrong & Brooks holds weekly staff team meetings to discuss project deliverables and review project schedule and budget. The accounting software utilized by the firm is “Ajera”, and we have found it to be a key component to monitoring a design/construction support contract.

All contracted scope-of-services line items are entered into the accounting system with its accompanying budget. Employees enter their billable hours into an electronic timesheet daily creating a “real time” financial accounting for a project. A project’s financial reports can be developed, reviewed and monitored to identify scope of work items potentially affecting the project’s budget and schedule.

Billing reports are reviewed weekly and generated prior to project invoicing for a “draft” run in our accounting department for Principal review and approval. All invoices are reviewed and signed-off by the Principle-In-Charge prior to client submittal. Sub-consultant invoicing is also updated in real time as received and billed accordingly.

Project scheduling is generally managed through Microsoft Office Project software. Schedules are actively maintained by the project manager, and checked by the Principal-in-Charge. Schedule updates are reviewed at the weekly staff meetings and then updated and submitted to the client at intervals specified by the project requirements.

A&B is well known for keeping its clients well informed of scope, schedule, budgets and cost impacts on a project. We have found success in the management philosophy that open communication with the client representative minimizes the potential for scope creep and requests for changes that can lead to unwanted effects on project budget and schedule. We incorporate value engineering concepts to ensure that its projects can be successfully completed in a timely manner within its allocated budgets.

A&B’s quality control program consists of internal review by another firm’s Principal prior to a project milestone submittal and final deliverables. A&B has developed an in-house checklist similar to a public agency’s plan check requirements. This quality control checklist has been developed over 50-years of professional experience by the firm’s principals.

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CITY OF NORCO
Civil Design Services
West Norco Channel Extension Storm Drain Project
Armstrong & Brooks Consulting Engineers, Inc.
1350 E. Chase Drive ~ Corona, CA ~ 92881 (P.O. Box 78088) Ph. (951) 372-8400 ~ Fax (951) 372-8430
Construction Support Services
Task 3.0 Bidding Services
A&B will provide assistance and timely response (within 1-business day) to any pre-bid questions and Contractor RFI’s per the City’s RFP. A&B has similar type services to the City of Norco and several Government Agencies throughout Southern California.

A&B can provide a set of conformed plans and specifications for use in constructing the project (if needed). The conformed set of plan and specifications will reflect all changes made the bid documents made during the bidding and permit process, with a clearly denoted clouded revision denoted by “Conformed Plans for Construction”.

Task 3.1 Construction Support Services & Project Coordination Construction Support Services and Project Coordination includes, but is not limited to, Responding to Construction RFI’s (3 EA) Review of Shop Drawing Submittals (5 EA), including a pipe laying diagram, if needed. Will also provide change order support and attend up to three (3) additional office or construction site meetings. Field engineering will also be provided in the event it is needed for plan changes, utility interferences or general consultation.

Task 3.2 “As-Built” Drawings
A&B will prepare “As-Built” drawings at the completion of the project for the agency’s files.

The Construction Specifications shall clearly indicate that the Contractor is to document all changes on a single set of Construction Drawings that are to be turned over to the City for the Preparation of “AsBuilt” Drawings. The “As-Built” red-lined drawings shall be reviewed for approval by the City’s Inspector.

The “As-Built” Drawings shall be prepared from the red-lined Site Drawings kept by the Contractor and upon review and approval by the City’s Inspector, will be stamped “As-Built” and signed by the Responsible Engineer. The deliverable will include digital files of the plans in both AutoCAD (2020 if required) and Electronic CD files (AutoCAD and pdf.)

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ID Task Name Duration Start Finish Predecessors
1 Estimated Schedule - Estimated 5.5 Months for Design Task 1 - 9 92 days Tue 11/1/22 Wed 3/8/232 Preliminary Engineering 70 days Tue 11/1/22 Mon 2/6/233 Task 1-Research/Field Review/Utility Coord. 5 days Tue 11/1/22 Mon 11/7/224 Task 2-Field Design Survey/Aerial Topo. 15 days Tue 11/1/22 Mon 11/21/225 Task 3-Prepare Base Map 7 days Tue 11/1/22 Wed 11/9/226 Task 4-Hydrology Study 5 days Tue 11/22/22 Mon 11/28/22 4 7 Task 5-Geotechnical Investigation & Report 20 days Tue 11/29/22 Mon 12/26/22 68 Task 6- (30%) Conceptual Alignment Plan & Preliminary Design Report 5 days Tue 12/27/22 Mon 1/2/23 79 Task 6.1 (30%) Agency Meeting - Formal Worshop & Review 5 days Tue 1/3/23 Mon 1/9/23 8 10 Task 7 Pothole Plans & Field Verify Exist. Utilities* (15 pothole budget) 20 days Tue 1/10/23 Mon 2/6/23 911 Final Engineering (Plans, Specifications, & Estimates 65 days Tue 2/7/23 Mon 5/8/23 1012 Task 8.0 Final Plans, Specs. & Estimates 65 days Tue 2/7/23 Mon 5/8/23 13 Tasks 8.1- 60% Submittal Preparation 15 days Tue 2/7/23 Mon 2/27/23 10 14 Task 8.2-Agency (City/RC Flood) 60% Review 10 days Tue 2/28/23 Mon 3/13/23 1315 Task 9.0 - 90% Submittal Preparation 15 days Tue 2/7/23 Mon 2/27/23 16 Task 9.1 - Agency (City/RC Flood) 90% Review 5 days Tue 2/28/23 Mon 3/6/23 15 17 Task 10.0 CLOMAR/LOMR Preparation 15 days Tue 3/7/23 Mon 3/27/23 13,1618 Task 10.1-Agency (Agency Review & FEMA Review) 30 days Tue 3/28/23 Mon 5/8/23 1719 Task 11.0 - Final PS& E Submittal 15 days Tue 3/7/23 Mon 3/27/23 1620 Task 11.1 - Final Agency Review & Sign Mylars 10 days Tue 3/28/23 Mon 4/10/23 1921 Construction Support Services 132 days Tue 5/30/23 Wed 11/29/23 22 Task 12.0-Bidding Services 21 days Tue 5/30/23 Tue 6/27/23 11FS+15 days 23 Task 12.1-Construction Support Services 90 days Tue 7/18/23 Mon 11/20/23 22FS+14 days24 Task 12.2-Preparation of As-Built Drawings 7 days Tue 11/21/23 Wed 11/29/23 23 2/27
3/13
2/27
3/6
3/27
5/8
3/27
4/10
Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May
2023
Task Milestone Summary
Exhibit "B" - Project Schedule CITY OF NORCO

WEST NORCO CHANNEL EXTENSION STORM DRAIN PROJECT
Armstrong & Brooks Consulting EngineersCity of Norco / RCFD & WCD REVIEW

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2.0 Staffing Plan & Organization Chart
A&B proposes to perform the professional consulting engineering services with its in-house staff. Mr.

Dennis Armstrong, P.E. will serve as Principal in Charge, and oversite for quality control and quality assurance to meet project goals, requirements and schedule. Bill Brooks, P.E., will serve as project engineer and will be supported by William James, CADD senior designer and Wyatt Helms, Assistant Engineer. The team’s combined experience in public works and private sector engineering exceeds fifty (50) years.

Our office currently has a team of twelve employees, with adequate support staff and resources to service this project. A&B’s current workload allows for the proposed project staff to be dedicated to the project from inception to project completion. No key personnel will be removed from the project without prior City approval.

Sub-consultants will be utilized for aerial topography and potholing of existing facilities as needed by A&B to develop final plans, specifications and estimates for the proposed project. A&B has utilized the services of Arrowhead Mapping for aerial topographic surveying needs on all past City of Norco projects. A&B has also teamed with CBelow, Inc. (potholing) for the City of Norco on numerous recently design/constructed storm drain projects (ND Extension, N-1C, Bluff St., N-5, NA-6, S-5A and S-6) as well as the Chestnut Ave. Waterline, the Hammer Ave. 16-inch Waterline Project between Third St. and Fourth St., Bronco Lane, and the Shadow Canyon Circle & Sunset Court waterline replacement projects. There is no learning curve with our proposed team, and our completed projects have all been constructed successfully without surprises or change orders .

Aerial Topography: Arrowhead Mapping Corporation
431 Mac Kay Dr., Ste. 100
San Bernardino, CA 92408
Ph: (909) 889-2420
Contact: Steve Dillon, President
Utility Potholing: CBelow, Inc.
14280 Euclid Ave.

Chino, CA 9170
Ph: (888) 902-3569
(310) 713-0326 cell
Contact: Michael Gonzales, Project Manager
Geotechnical & Soils: Nova Services Inc.
944 Calle Amanecer, Suite F
San Clemente, CA 92673
Ph: (949) 388-7710
Contact: Nickey Akbariyeh, P.E., Principal Engineer

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2.1 Project Team and Sub-Consultants

ORGANIZATIONAL CHART

RCFC & WCD
Engineering Support Staff
Maintenance Dept., R/W
Plan check and plan approval
UTILITY COS.

Local Contacts and
Engineering personnel
NOVA SERVICES INC.

Nickey Akbariyeh, P.E.

PRINCIPAL

GEOTECHNICAL / SOILS
Engineering

ARROWHEAD MAPPING,
INC.

STEVE DILLON

PRINCIPAL

AERIAL TOPOGRAPHY

CITY OF NORCO-PUBLIC
WORKS
SAM NELSON, P.E. – PROJECT

MANAGER

ARMSTRONG & BROOKS CONSULTING ENGINEERS
DENNIS ARMSTRONG, P.E. – PRINCIPAL IN CHARGE, QA/QC
BILL BROOKS, P.E.- PROJECT ENGINEER
WILLIAM JAMES – SENIOR DESIGNER AUTOCADD EXPERT, CIVIL 3D, MODELLING WYATT HELMS, E.I.T.– ASSISTANT ENGINEER, AUTOCADD EXPERT, CIVIL 3D, PIPELINES JOSHUA GROENHEIM, E.I.T. – ASSISTANT ENGINEER, UTLITIES AND MAPPING CARISSA WAITE, E.I.T. – ASSISTANT ENGINEER, UTILITIES AND MAPPING

CHRISTOPHER SMITH - DRAFTSMAN
CBELOW, INC.

Michael Gonzales

POTHOLING SERVICES

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CITY OF NORCO
Civil Design Services
West Norco Channel Extension Storm Drain Project
Armstrong & Brooks Consulting Engineers, Inc.
1350 E. Chase Drive ~ Corona, CA ~ 92881 (P.O. Box 78088) Ph. (951) 372-8400 ~ Fax (951) 372-8430
SECTION II –Technical Proposal
Statement of Acknowledgement
A&B will provide the design services to complete this project within estimated 5.5 months from Notice to Proceed. (See Exhibit “B”).

A&B acknowledges that all personnel are available to complete the project as included in the attached Statement of Qualifications. Contact references can be provided in requested.

A&B has attached a copy of its hourly rate schedule Exhibit “C-1”, located in the fee proposal, and it is understood that it’s part of this proposal.

A&B states that all charges for subcontractor services shall be in the same amounts actually invoiced plus an allowable 10% mark-up.

A&B acknowledges that the cost for mileage, telephone, mailing and other expenses incidental to the performance of the main items of the Engineering Services to be rendered are included in the hourly rate schedule and that there will be no additional charges.

A&B has a current City of Norco Business License and will provide insurance certificates meeting or exceeding the requirements of the City as stipulated in the Professional Services Agreement included with the RFP (if required).

A&B’s total maximum not-to-exceed fee is included in appendix “A” submitted for this project.

A&B acknowledges that all changes to the scope of work (increase or decrease) will be submitted in writing for City approval. A&B shall submit a cost fee proposal for all changes and acknowledges that no “Time and Material” work will be allowed for any task prior to City approval.

Appendices
“A” Fee Proposal – Man-hours, Price Form and Hourly Rate Schedule – Separate Envelope

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“Fee Proposal – EXHIBIT C”

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Principal Civil Engineer Designer Draftsperson Clerical 2-Man Survey Sub-Consultant Fee Engineering Fee $ 16 185 $ 115 0 $ 95 $ $ 185 70 $ W/10% Mark-Up
122.2123.2 FINAL ENGINEERING
Task 1.0 Research/Field Review/Utility Coord. 2488 $ 2,690 (Entire Project Limits)
SUB-TOTAL RESEARCH, FIELD REVIEW & UTILITY COORDINATION $ 2,690 Task 2.0 Field Design Topo. Survey

2.1 Establish Project Control 14 $ 855 - $ 2.2
Aerial Topographic Survey 12 $ 485 2,420 $

2.3 Field Topographic Survey 16 $ 1,225 - $ 2.4 Compile raw survey data for AutoCAD use 144 $ 1,000 - $ Sub-Consultant Sub-Total $ 2,420 $ 2,420
SUB-TOTAL AERIAL & FIELD TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY $ 5,985
Task 3.0 Base Map Preparation

3.1 Review maps, plans, reports 244 $ 1,160 - $ 3.2 Research and noticing of dry & wet utility purveyors 122 $ 580 - $ 3.3 Prepare Base Sheets 4 8 12 $ 2,700 - $ Sub-Consultant Sub-Total $ - $ -
SUB-TOTAL PREPARATION OF BASE MAP $ 4,440
Task 4.0 Hydrology Study

4.1 Hydrology Confirmation of flows 2448 $ 2,230 - $

4.2 Field Work 222 $ 920 - $

4.3 Hydraulic Analysis 0.5 4 10 8 $ 2,643 - $ 4.4 Technical Memo and Basis of Design 122 4 $ 1,015 - $ Sub-Consultant Sub-Total $ - $ -
SUB-TOTAL HYDROLOGY STUDY $ 6,808
Task 5.0 Geotechnical Engineering Services, Investigation and Final Report

5.1 Design Development Services $ - 2,750 $ 5.2 Field Exploration, Geotech Analysis and Final Report $ 17,100 Sub-Consultant Sub-Total $ 19,850 $ 19,850
SUB-TOTAL GEOTECHNICAL: 19,850 $
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ENGINEERING FEE ESTIMATE
EXHIBIT "C"
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EXHIBIT "C"
Task 6.0 Preliminary Design Review

6.1 Conceptual Alignment Plan and Profile 2 4 8 12 $ 3,070 - $

6.2 Pothole Plans 4 4 8 16 $ 3,820 - $

6.3 Preliminary Design Workshop 11 $ 345 - $

6.4 Easements & R/W Review 4888 $ 3,700 - $
Sub-Consultant Sub-Total $ - $ -
SUB-TOTAL PREPARATION OF BASE MAP $ 10,935
Task 7.0 Potholing

6.1 Pothole Service & Perma Patch (15 ea) $ - 11,150 $ 6.2 VACUUM Excavation, Spoils and Dumping $ - 1,815 $ 6.3 Admin., Mobilization & Coord., Pothole Report $ - 1,350 $

6.4 Pothole Survey 16 $ 1,225 - $
Sub-Consultant Sub-Total $ 14,315 $ 14,315
SUB-TOTAL POTHOLING (base bid): 15,540 $
Task 8.0 Storm Drain Improvement Plans (RCFD & WCD Stds. and Title Blocks)

8.1 Storm Drain Plans
Title Sheet 1248 $ 1,725 - $
Details, Notes, Sections 0.5 8 12 24 $ 5,033 - $ SD Design $ - - $ Main Line RCB (1,300 L.F.) 4 8 16 32 $ 6,900 - $ Inlets-5 ea. 2 4 10 12 $ 3,300 - $
Laterals-5 ea. 2 4 10 12 $ 3,300 - $
Junction Structures, Manholes 2243 $ 1,435 - $
RCB Structural Engineering 4 20 10 8 $ 5,850 - $

8.2 Technical Specifications 28 8 $ 2,210 - $

8.3 Estimates-Quantity & Cost 24 $ 780 - $
Sub-Consultant Sub-Total $ - $ -
SUB-TOTAL STORM DRAIN IMPROVEMENT PLANS $ 30,533
Task 9.0 CLOMR/LMOR

9.1 Flood Plain Analysis & Modeling 2 12 16 8 $ 4,890 - $

9.2 FEMA Forms and Tech. Report 4 8 10 8 $ 3,9309.3 Submittal packages and comments 2 4 8 12 $ 3,070 SUB-TOTAL PROJECT TEAM COORD. $ 11,890
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EXHIBIT "C"
Task 10 Project Agency Coordination

10.1 Meetings & Coord. 8 16 12 4 $ 5,800 - $

10.2 Submittal Packages 2 4 12 20 $ 4,290

10.3 RCFC & WCD & Norco Permitting 4888 $ 3,700
SUB-TOTAL PROJECT TEAM COORD. $ 13,790
Task 11.0 Incidental Expense Allowance

11.1 Incidental Expense Allowance SUB-TOTAL PROJECT REIMBURSEABLE ALLOWANCE (TIME AND MATERIALS) $ 750 SUB-TOTAL ENGINEERING FEE ESTIMATE $ 123,210

CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT SERVICES
Task 12.0 Bidding Services
Pre-Bid RFI's and Responses, Bidding Support 4488 $ 3,060 Task 12.1 Construction Support Services
RFI's (3), Shop Dwgs., Subst., (5ea.) 4 4 12 4 $ 3,140
Task 12.2
As-Built Dwgs.

Preparation of As-Built Drawings, Mylar, AutoC
A 2488 $ 2,690
SUB-TOTAL CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT SERVICES $ 8,890TOTAL PROPSED CONTRACT INCLUDING ALL SUBS, EXPENSE S $ 132,100
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J.N. 122.1223.2 Page 1 of 1
September 15, 2022

CITY OF NORCO

RFP FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING AND DESIGN SERVICES

WEST NORCO STORM DRAIN IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Armstrong & Brooks Consulting Engineers, Inc.
1350 E Chase Dr ~ Corona, CA ~ 92881
Ph. (951) 372-8400 ~ Fax (951) 372-8430
EXHIBIT “C-1”
Billing Rate Schedule
FY 2022
Professional Services Rate
Principal ........................................................................................................................................................... $185/Hr.

Civil Engineer or Registered P.L.S. .................................................................................................................. $160/Hr.

Designer ........................................................................................................................................................... $115/Hr.

Draftsperson ....................................................................................................................................................... $95/Hr. 2 Man Survey Crew .......................................................................................................................................... $185/Hr.

Expert Witness (P.E.) (4 hr. min.) ..................................................................................................................... $250/Hr.

Miscellaneous Services Rate
Travel Time ......................................................................................................................................................... $70/Hr.

Secretary ............................................................................................................................................................. $70/Hr.

Reimbursable Expenses ................................................................................................................................ Cost + 10% Hourly Rates are chargeable in one-quarter hour increments and are subject to change January 1, 2023

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CONTRACT AGREEMENT

CITY OF NORCO

PROFESSIONAL DESIGN SERVICES

FOR WEST NORCO CHANNEL EXTENSION STORM DRAIN PROJECT

1. Parties and Date.

This Agreement is made and entered into this 2
nd day of November, 2022 by and between
the City of Norco, a municipal corporation of the State of California, located at 2870 Clark Avenue, Norco, California 92860, County of Riverside, State of California, (hereinafter referred to as “City”) and Armstrong & Brooks Consulting Engineers, a corporation with its principal place of business at 1350 E. Chase Dr., Corona, CA 92881 (hereinafter referred to as “Consultant”). City and Consultant are sometimes individually referred to as “Party” and collectively as “Parties” in this Agreement.

2. Recitals.

2.1 Consultant.

Consultant desires to perform and assume responsibility for providing professional services for the design of the West Norco Channel Extension Storm Drain Project on the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. Consultant represents that it is experienced in designing storm drain improvements for public clients, that it and its employees or subconsultants have all necessary licenses and permits to perform the Services in the State of California, and that is familiar with the plans of the City.

2.2 Project.

The City desires to engage the Consultant to render such professional design services for the West Norco Channel Extension Storm Drain Project (“Project”) as set forth in this Agreement.

3. Terms.

3.1 Scope of Services and Term.

3.1.1 General Scope of Services. Consultant promises and agrees to furnish to the City all labor, materials, tools, equipment, services, and incidental and customary work necessary to fully and adequately supply the professional design services outlined by the Project. The Project is more particularly described in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. The Project shall be subject to, and performed in accordance with this Agreement, the exhibits attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and all applicable local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations.

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3.1.2 Term. The terms of this Agreement shall begin at the Notice to Proceed and shall extend no later than the schedule outlined in the Consultant proposal for the Project. Consultant shall complete the Services within the term of this Agreement, and shall meet any other established schedules and deadlines.

3.2 Responsibilities of Consultant.

3.2.1 Control and Payment of Subordinates; Independent Consultant. The Project shall be designed by Consultant. Consultant will determine the means, methods and details of constructing the Project subject to the requirements of this Agreement. City retains Consultant on an independent Consultant basis and not as an employee. Any additional personnel constructing the Project under this Agreement on behalf of Consultant shall also not be employees of City and shall at all times be under Consultant’s exclusive direction and control. Consultant shall pay all wages, salaries, and other amounts due such personnel in connection with the construction of the Project under this Agreement and as required by law. Consultant shall be responsible for all reports and obligations respecting such additional personnel, including, but not limited to: social security taxes, income tax withholding, unemployment insurance, disability insurance, and workers’ compensation insurance.

3.2.2 Schedule of Services. Consultant shall perform the services expeditiously, within the term of this Agreement, and in accordance with the Project timeframe set forth herein. Consultant represents that it has the professional and technical personnel required to construct the Project in conformance with such conditions.

In order to facilitate Consultant’s conformance with the Project timeframe, City shall respond to Consultant’s Requests for Information in a timely manner. Upon request of City, Consultant shall provide a more detailed schedule of anticipated performance to meet the Project timeframe.

3.2.3 Conformance to Applicable Requirements. All work prepared by Consultant shall be subject to the approval of City.

3.2.4 City’s Representative. The City hereby designates the Director of Public Works, or his designee, to act as its representative for the performance of this Agreement (“City’s Representative”). City’s Representative shall have the power to act on behalf of the City for all purposes under this Agreement. Consultant shall not accept direction or orders from any person other than the City’s Representative or his or her designee.

3.2.5 Consultant’s Representative. Consultant hereby designates Dennis Armstrong – Principal or his designee, to act as its representative for the performance of this Agreement (“Consultant’s Representative”). Consultant’s Representative shall have full authority to represent and act on behalf of the Consultant for all purposes under this Agreement. The Consultant’s Representative shall supervise and direct the Project, using his best skill and attention, and shall be responsible for all means, methods, techniques, sequences and procedures and for the satisfactory coordination of all portions of the Project under this Agreement.

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3.2.6 Coordination of Projects. Consultant agrees to work closely with City staff in the design of the Project and shall be available to City’s staff, consultants and other staff at all reasonable times.

3.2.7 Standard of Care; Performance of Employees. Consultant shall design the Project under this Agreement in a skillful and competent manner, consistent with the standards generally recognized as being employed by professionals in the same discipline in the State of California. Consultant represents and maintains that it is skilled in the professional calling necessary to design the Project. Consultant warrants that all employees and subconsultants shall have sufficient skill and experience to design the Project. Finally, Consultant represents that it, its employees and subconsultants have all licenses, permits, qualifications and approvals of whatever nature that are legally required to design the Project, including a City Business License, and that such licenses and approvals shall be maintained throughout the term of this Agreement. As provided for in the indemnification provisions of this Agreement, Consultant shall perform, at its own cost and expense and without reimbursement from the City, any services necessary to correct errors or omissions which are caused by the Consultant’s failure to comply with the standard of care provided for herein. Any employee of the Consultant or its subConsultants who is determined by the City to be uncooperative, incompetent, a threat to the adequate or timely completion of the Project, a threat to the safety of persons or property, or any employee who fails or refuses to construct the Project in a manner acceptable to the City, shall be promptly removed from the Project by the Consultant and shall not be re-employed to perform any work on the Project.

3.2.8 Laws and Regulations. Consultant shall keep itself fully informed of and in compliance with all local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations in any manner affecting the performance of the Project, including all Cal/OSHA requirements, and shall give all notices required by law. Consultant shall be liable for all violations of such laws and regulations in connection with the Project. If the Consultant performs any work knowing it to be contrary to such laws, rules and regulations and without giving written notice to the City, Consultant shall be solely responsible for all costs arising therefrom. Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold City, its officials, directors, officers, employees and agents free and harmless, pursuant to the indemnification provisions of this Agreement, from any claim or liability arising out of any failure or alleged failure to comply with such laws, rules or regulations.

3.2.8.1 Employment Eligibility; Consultant. By executing this Agreement, Consultant verifies that it fully complies with all requirements and restrictions of state and federal law respecting the employment of undocumented aliens, including, but not limited to, the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as may be amended from time to time. Such requirements and restrictions include, but are not limited to, examination and retention of documentation confirming the identity and immigration status of each employee of the Consultant. Consultant also verifies that it has not committed a violation of any such law within the five (5) years immediately preceding the date of execution of this Agreement, and shall not violate any such law at any time during the Term of the Agreement. Consultant shall avoid any violation of any such law during the Term of this Agreement by participating in an electronic verification of work authorization program operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security, by participating

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in an equivalent federal work authorization program operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security to verify information of newly hired employees, or by some other legally acceptable method. Consultant shall maintain records of each such verification, and shall make them available to the City or its representatives for inspection and copy at any time during normal business hours. The City shall not be responsible for any costs or expenses related to Consultant’s compliance with the requirements provided for in Section 3.2.8 or any of its sub-sections.

3.2.8.2 Employment Eligibility; Subcontractors, Consultants, Sub-subcontractors and Subconsultants. To the same extent and under the same conditions as Consultant, Consultant shall require all of its subcontractors, consultants, sub-subcontractors and subconsultants performing any work or Services relating to the Projects or this Agreement to make the same verifications and comply with all requirements and restrictions provided for in Section 3.2.8.1.

3.2.8.3 Employment Eligibility; Failure to Comply. Each person executing this Agreement on behalf of Consultant verifies that they are a duly authorized officer of Consultant, and understands that any of the following shall be grounds for the City to terminate the Agreement for cause: (1) failure of Consultant or its subcontractors, consultants, sub-subcontractors or subconsultants to meet any of the requirements provided for in Sections 3.2.8.1 or 3.2.8.2; (2) any misrepresentation or material omission concerning compliance with such requirements (including in those verifications provided to the Consultant under Section 3.2.8.2); or (3) failure to immediately remove from the Projects any person found not to be in compliance with such requirements.

3.2.8.4 Labor Certification. By its signature hereunder, Consultant certifies that it is aware of the provisions of Section 3700 of the California Labor Code which require every employer to be insured against liability for Workers’ Compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions of that Code, and agrees to comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the Services.

3.2.8.5 Equal Opportunity Employment. Consultant represents that it is an equal opportunity employer and it shall not discriminate against any subconsultant, employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, national origin, handicap, ancestry, sex or age. Such non-discrimination shall include, but not be limited to, all activities related to initial employment, upgrading, demotion, transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination. Consultant shall also comply with all relevant provisions of City’s Minority Business Enterprise program, Affirmative Action Plan or other related programs or guidelines currently in effect or hereinafter enacted.

3.2.8.6 Air Quality. To the extent applicable, Consultant must fully comply with all applicable laws, rules and regulations in furnishing or using equipment and/or providing services, including, but not limited to, emissions limits and permitting requirements imposed by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) and/or California Air Resources Board (CARB). Although the SCAQMD and CARB limits and requirements are broader, Consultant shall specifically be aware of their application

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to "portable equipment", which definition is considered by SCAQMD and CARB to include any item of equipment with a fuel-powered engine. Consultant shall indemnify City against any fines or penalties imposed by SCAQMD, CARB, or any other governmental or regulatory agency for violations of applicable laws, rules and/or regulations by Consultant, its subconsultants, or others for whom Consultant is responsible under its indemnity obligations provided for in this Agreement.

3.2.9 Insurance.

3.2.9.1 Time for Compliance. Consultant shall not commence work under this Agreement until it has provided evidence satisfactory to the City that it has secured all insurance required under this section. In addition, Consultant shall not allow any subconsultant to commence work on any subcontract until it has provided evidence satisfactory to the City that the subconsultant has secured all insurance required under this section.

3.2.9.2 Minimum Requirements. Throughout the life of this Contract, Consultant shall pay for and maintain in full force and effect all policies of insurance required hereunder with an insurance company(ies) either (i) admitted by the California Insurance Commissioner to do business in the State of California and rated not less than "A- VII" in Best's Insurance Rating Guide, or (ii) as may be authorized in writing by City Manager or his/her designee at any time and in his/her sole discretion. The following policies of insurance are required:
(i) COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY insurance which shall be at least as broad as the most current version of Insurance Services Office (ISO) Commercial General Liability Coverage Form CG 00 01 and include insurance for “bodily injury,” “property damage” and “personal and advertising injury” with coverage for premises and operations (including the use of owned and non-owned equipment), products and completed operations, and contractual liability (including, without limitation, indemnity obligations under the Contract) with limits of liability of not less than the following:
$1,000,000 per occurrence for bodily injury and property damage $1,000,000 per occurrence for personal and advertising injury $2,000,000 aggregate for products and completed operations $2,000,000 general aggregate applying separately to the work performed under the Contract
(ii) COMMERCIAL AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY insurance which shall be at least as broad as the most current version of Insurance Service Office (ISO) Business Auto Coverage Form CA 00 01, and include coverage for all owned, hired, and non-owned automobiles or other licensed vehicles (Code 1 Any Auto) with limits of liability of not less than $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury and property damage. (iii) WORKERS' COMPENSATION insurance as required under the California Labor Code.

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(iv) EMPLOYERS’ LIABILITY insurance with limits of liability of not less than $1,000,000 each accident, $1,000,000 disease policy limit and $1,000,000 disease each employee.
(v) PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY Professional Liability (Errors and Omissions) insurance appropriate to Consultant’s profession, with limits of liability of $2,000,000 per claim/occurrence and $2,000,000 policy aggregate.

In the event Consultant purchases an Umbrella or Excess insurance policy(ies) to meet the minimum limits of insurance set forth above, this insurance policy(ies) shall “follow form” and afford no less coverage than the primary insurance policy(ies).

Consultant shall be responsible for payment of any deductibles contained in any insurance policies required hereunder and Consultant shall also be responsible for payment of any self-insured retentions. Any deductibles or self-insured retentions must be declared to, and approved by, the City Manager or his/her designee. At the option of the City Manager or his/her designee, either: (i) the insurer shall reduce or eliminate such deductibles or self-insured retentions as respects to VVTA, its board members, officers, officials, employees and agents; or (ii) Consultant shall provide a financial guarantee, satisfactory to VVTA’s Executive Director or his/her designee, guaranteeing payment of losses and related investigations, claim administration and defense expenses. At no time shall the City be responsible for the payment of any deductibles or self-insured retentions.

All policies of insurance required hereunder shall be endorsed to provide that the coverage shall not be cancelled, non-renewed, reduced in coverage or in limits except after 30 calendar day written notice has been given to City. Upon issuance by the insurer, broker, or agent of a notice of cancellation, non-renewal, or reduction in coverage or in limits, Consultant shall furnish City with a new certificate and applicable endorsements for such policy(ies). In the event any policy is due to expire during the work to be performed for City, Consultant shall provide a new certificate, and applicable endorsements, evidencing renewal of such policy not less than 15 calendar days prior to the expiration date of the expiring policy.

The General Liability and Automobile Liability insurance policies shall be written on an occurrence form. The General Liability (including ongoing and completed operations) and Automobile Liability shall name City and its officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers as an additional insured. Such policy/ies of insurance shall be endorsed so Consultant’s insurance shall be primary and no contribution shall be required of City. The coverage shall contain no special limitations on the scope of protection afforded to the City and its officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers. The Workers’ Compensation insurance policy shall contain a waiver of subrogation as to City and its officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers. Should Consultant maintain insurance with broader coverage and/or limits of liability greater than those shown above, City requires and shall be entitled to the broader coverage and/or the higher limits of liability maintained by Consultant. Any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits of insurance and coverage shall be available to City.

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If the Professional Liability (Errors and Omissions) insurance policy is written on a claimsmade form:

1. The retroactive date must be shown, and must be before the effective date of the Agreement or the commencement of work by Consultant.

2. Insurance must be maintained and evidence of insurance must be provided for at least 3 years after any expiration or termination of the Agreement or, in the alternative, the policy shall be endorsed to provide not less than a 3-year discovery period.

3. If coverage is canceled or non-renewed, and not replaced with another claimsmade policy form with a retroactive date prior to the effective date of the Agreement or the commencement of work by Consultant, Consultant must purchase extended reporting coverage for a minimum of 3 years following the expiration or termination of the Agreement.

4. A copy of the claims reporting requirements must be submitted to VVTA for review.

5. These requirements shall survive expiration or termination of the Agreement.

Consultant shall furnish City with all certificate(s) and applicable endorsements effecting coverage required hereunder. All certificates and applicable endorsements are to be received and approved by the City Manager or his/her designee prior to City’s execution of the Agreement and before work commences.

If at any time during the life of this Agreement or any extension, Consultant or any of its subconsultants fail to maintain any required insurance in full force and effect, all work under this Agreement shall be discontinued immediately, and all payments due or that become due to Consultant shall be withheld until notice is received by City that the required insurance has been restored to full force and effect and that the premiums therefore have been paid for a period satisfactory to City. Any failure to maintain the required insurance shall be sufficient cause for City to terminate this Agreement. No action taken by City hereunder shall in any way relieve Consultant of its responsibilities under this Agreement.

Upon request of City, Consultant shall immediately furnish City with a complete copy of any insurance policy required under this Agreement, including all endorsements, with said copy certified by the underwriter to be a true and correct copy of the original policy. This requirement shall survive expiration or termination of this Agreement.

The fact that insurance is obtained by Consultant shall not be deemed to release or diminish the liability of Consultant, including, without limitation, liability under the indemnity provisions of this Agreement. The duty to indemnify City and its officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers shall apply to all claims and liability regardless of whether any insurance policies are applicable. The policy limits do not act as a limitation upon the amount of indemnification to be provided by Consultant. Approval or purchase

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of any insurance contracts or policies shall in no way relieve from liability nor limit the liability of Consultant, its principals, officers, employees, agents, persons under the supervision of Consultant, vendors, suppliers, invitees, sub-consultants, subconsultants, or anyone employed directly or indirectly by any of them.

If Consultant should subcontract all or any portion of the services to be performed under this Agreement, Consultant shall require each subconsultant to provide insurance protection in favor of City and its officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers in accordance with the terms of each of the preceding paragraphs, except that the subconsultants' certificates and endorsements shall be on file with Consultant and City prior to the commencement of any work by the subconsultant.

3.2.10 Safety. Consultant shall execute and maintain its work so as to avoid injury or damage to any person or property. In designing the Projects, the Consultant shall at all times be in compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations, and shall exercise all necessary precautions for the safety of employees appropriate to the nature of the work and the conditions under which the work is to be performed. Safety precautions as applicable shall include, but shall not be limited to: (A) adequate life protection and lifesaving equipment and procedures; (B) instructions in accident prevention for all employees and subconsultants, such as safe walkways, scaffolds, fall protection ladders, bridges, gang planks, confined space procedures, trenching and shoring, equipment and other safety devices, equipment and wearing apparel as are necessary or lawfully required to prevent accidents or injuries; and (C) adequate facilities for the proper inspection and maintenance of all safety measures.

3.3 Fees and Payments.

3.3.1 Rates and Total Compensation. Consultant shall receive compensation, including authorized reimbursements, for all design services rendered under this Agreement at the rates set forth in Exhibit B for each design Projects, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. The total compensation, including authorized reimbursements, shall not exceed the total costs outline in Exhibit B. Extra work may be authorized, as described below, and if authorized, will be compensated at the rates and manner set forth in this Agreement.

3.3.2 Payment of Compensation. Consultant shall submit to City a monthly itemized statement which indicates work completed by Consultant. The statement shall describe the amount of Services and supplies provided since the initial commencement date, or since the start of the subsequent billing periods, as appropriate, through the date of the statement. City shall, within 45 days of receiving such statement, review the statement and pay all approved charges thereon.

3.3.3 Reimbursement for Expenses. Consultant shall not be reimbursed for any expenses unless authorized in writing by City.

3.3.4 Extra Work. At any time during the term of this Agreement, City may request that Consultant perform Extra Work. As used herein, “Extra Work” means any work which is determined by City to be necessary for the proper completion of the

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Projects, but which the parties did not reasonably anticipate would be necessary at the execution of this Agreement. Consultant shall not perform, nor be compensated for, Extra Work without written authorization from City’s Representative.

3.4 Accounting Records.

3.4.1 Maintenance and Inspection. Consultant shall maintain complete and accurate records with respect to all costs and expenses incurred under this Agreement. All such records shall be clearly identifiable. Consultant shall allow a representative of City during normal business hours to examine, audit, and make transcripts or copies of such records and any other documents created pursuant to this Agreement. Consultant shall allow inspection of all work, data, documents, proceedings, and activities related to the Agreement for a period of three (3) years from the date of final payment under this Agreement.

3.5 Ownership of Materials and Confidentiality

3.5.1 Documents & Data; Licensing of Intellectual Property. This Agreement creates a non-exclusive and perpetual license for City to copy, use, modify, reuse, or sublicense any and all copyrights, designs, and other intellectual property embodied in plans, specifications, studies, drawings, estimates, and other documents or works of authorship fixed in any tangible medium of expression, including but not limited to, physical drawings or data magnetically, electronically or otherwise recorded or stored, which are prepared or caused to be prepared by Consultant under this Agreement (“Documents & Data”). All Documents & Data shall be and remain the property of City, and shall not be used in whole or in substantial part by Consultant on other projects without the City's express written permission. Within thirty (30) days following the completion, suspension, abandonment or termination of this Agreement, Consultant shall provide to City reproducible copies of all Documents & Data, in a form and amount required by City. City reserves the right to select the method of document reproduction and to establish where the reproduction will be accomplished. The reproduction expense shall be borne by City at the actual cost of duplication. In the event of a dispute regarding the amount of compensation to which the Consultant is entitled under the termination provisions of this Agreement, Consultant shall provide all Documents & Data to City upon payment of the undisputed amount. Consultant shall have no right to retain or fail to provide to City any such documents pending resolution of the dispute. In addition, Consultant shall retain copies of all Documents & Data on file for a minimum of five (5) years following completion of the Projects, and shall make copies available to City upon the payment of actual reasonable duplication costs. In addition, before destroying the Documents & Data following this retention period, Consultant shall make a reasonable effort to notify City and provide City with the opportunity to obtain the documents.

3.5.2 Subconsultants. Consultant shall require all subconsultants to agree in writing that City is granted a non-exclusive and perpetual license for any Documents & Data the subconsultant prepares under this Agreement. Consultant represents and warrants that Consultant has the legal right to license any and all Documents & Data.

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or those provided to Consultant by the City.

3.5.2 Right to Use. City shall not be limited in any way in its use or reuse of the Documents and Data or any part of them at any time for purposes of this Projects or another project, provided that any such use not within the purposes intended by this Agreement or on a project other than these Projects without employing the services of Consultant shall be at City’s sole risk. If City uses or reuses the Documents & Data on any project other than these Projects, it shall remove the Consultant’s seal from the Documents & Data and indemnify and hold harmless Consultant and its officers, directors, agents and employees from claims arising out of the negligent use or re-use of

3.6 General Provisions.

3.6.1 Termination of Agreement.

3.6.1.1 Grounds for Termination. City may, by written notice to Consultant, terminate the whole or any part of this Agreement at any time and without cause by giving written notice to Consultant of such termination, and specifying the effective date thereof, at least seven (7) days before the effective date of such termination.

Upon termination, Consultant shall be compensated only for those services which have been adequately rendered to City, and Consultant shall be entitled to no further compensation. Consultant may not terminate this Agreement except for cause.

3.6.1.2 Effect of Termination. If this Agreement is terminated as provided herein, City may require Consultant to provide all finished or unfinished Documents and Data and other information of any kind prepared by Consultant in connection with the performance of Services under this Agreement. Consultant shall be required to provide such document and other information within fifteen (15) days of the request.

3.6.1.3 Additional Services. In the event this Agreement is terminated in whole or in part as provided herein, City may procure, upon such terms and in such manner as it may determine appropriate, services similar to those terminated.

3.6.2 Delivery of Notices. All notices permitted or required under this Agreement shall be given to the respective parties at the follow address, or at such other address as the respective parties may provide in writing for this purpose:

Consultant:

Armstrong & Brooks Consulting Engineers
P.O. Box 78088
Corona, CA 92877-9998
Attention: Dennis Armstrong - Principal
City:

City of Norco
2870 Clark Avenue
Norco, CA 92860
Attention: Director of Public Works

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Such notice shall be deemed made when personally delivered or when mailed, forty-eight (48) hours after deposit in the US Mail, first class postage prepaid and addressed to the party at its applicable address. Actual notice shall be deemed adequate notice on the date actual notice occurred, regardless of the method of service.

3.6.3 Cooperation; Further Acts. The Parties shall fully cooperate with one another, and shall take any additional acts or sign any additional documents as may be necessary, appropriate or convenient to attain the purposes of this Agreement.

3.6.4 Attorney’s Fees. If either party commences an action against the other party, either legal, administrative or otherwise, arising out of or in connection with this Agreement, the prevailing party in such litigation shall be entitled to have and recover from the losing party reasonable attorney’s fees and all other costs of such action.

3.6.5 Indemnification. To the furthest extent allowed by law, Consultant shall indemnify, hold harmless and defend the City and its officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers from any and all loss, liability, fines, penalties, forfeitures, costs and damages (whether in contract, tort or strict liability, including but not limited to personal injury, death at any time and property damage), and from any and all claims, demands and actions in law or equity (including reasonable attorney's fees and litigation expenses) that arise out of, pertain to, or relate to the negligence, recklessness or willful misconduct of Consultant, its principals, officers, employees, agents or volunteers in the performance of this Agreement.

If Consultant should subcontract all or any portion of the services to be performed under this Agreement, Consultant shall require each sub-consultant to indemnify, hold harmless and defend the City and its officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers in accordance with the terms of the preceding paragraph.

This section shall survive termination or expiration of this Agreement.

3.6.6 Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire Agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof, and supersedes all prior negotiations, understandings or agreements. This Agreement may only be modified by a writing signed by both parties.

3.6.7 Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California. Venue shall be in Riverside County.

3.6.8 Time of Essence. Time is of the essence for each and every provision of this Agreement.

3.6.9 City’s Right to Employ Other Consultants. City reserves right to employ other Consultants in connection with these Projects.

3.6.10 Successors and Assigns. This Agreement shall be binding on the successors and assigns of the parties.

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3.6.11 Assignment or Transfer. Consultant shall not assign, hypothecate or transfer, either directly or by operation of law, this Agreement or any interest herein without the prior written consent of the City. Any attempt to do so shall be null and void, and any assignees, hypothecates or transferees shall acquire no right or interest by reason of such attempted assignment, hypothecation or transfer.

3.6.12 Construction; References; Captions. Since the Parties or their agents have participated fully in the preparation of this Agreement, the language of this Agreement shall be construed simply, according to its fair meaning, and not strictly for or against any Party. Any term referencing time, days or period for performance shall be work days (Monday through Friday, excluding holidays). All references to Consultant include all personnel, employees, agents, and subconsultants of Consultant, except as otherwise specified in this Agreement. All references to City include its elected officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers except as otherwise specified in this Agreement. The captions of the various articles and paragraphs are for convenience and ease of reference only, and do not define, limit, augment, or describe the scope, content or intent of this Agreement.

3.6.13 Amendment; Modification. No supplement, modification or amendment of this Agreement shall be binding unless executed in writing and signed by both Parties.

3.6.14 Waiver. No waiver of any default shall constitute a waiver of any other default or breach, whether of the same or other covenant or condition. No waiver, benefit, privilege, or service voluntarily given or performed by a Party shall give the other Party any contractual rights by custom, estoppel or otherwise.

3.6.15 No Third Party Beneficiaries. There are no intended third party beneficiaries of any right or obligation assumed by the Parties.

3.6.16 Invalidity; Severability. If any portion of this Agreement is declared invalid, illegal, or otherwise unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

3.6.17 Prohibited Interests. Consultant maintains and warrants that it has not employed nor retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for Consultant, to solicit or secure this Agreement. Further, Consultant warrants that it has not paid nor has it agreed to pay any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for Consultant, any fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. Consultant further agrees to file, or shall cause its employees or sub-consultants to file, a Statement of Economic Interest with the City’s Filing Officer as required under state law in the performance of the Services. For breach or violation of this warranty, City shall have the right to rescind this Agreement without liability. For the term of this Agreement, no member, officer or employee of City, during the term of his or her service with City, shall have any direct interest in this Agreement, or obtain any present or anticipated material benefit arising therefrom.

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3.6.18 Equal Opportunity Employment. Consultant represents that it is an equal opportunity employer and it shall not discriminate against any sub-consultant, employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, national origin, handicap, ancestry, sex or age. Such non-discrimination shall include, but not be limited to, all activities related to initial employment, upgrading, demotion, transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination. Consultant shall also comply with all relevant provisions of City’s Minority Business Enterprise program, Affirmative Action Plan or other related programs or guidelines currently in effect or hereinafter enacted.

3.6.19 Labor Certification. By its signature hereunder, Consultant certifies that it is aware of the provisions of Section 3700 of the California Labor Code which require every employer to be insured against liability for Workers’ Compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions of that Code, and agrees to comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the Services.

3.6.20 Authority to Enter Agreement. Consultant has all requisite power and authority to conduct its business and to execute, deliver, and perform the Agreement.

Each Party warrants that the individuals who have signed this Agreement have the legal power, right, and authority to make this Agreement and bind each respective Party.

3.6.21 Counterparts. This Agreement may be signed in counterparts, each of which shall constitute an original.

3.7 Subcontracting.

3.7.1 Prior Approval Required. Consultant shall not subcontract any portion of the work required by this Agreement, except as expressly stated herein, without prior written approval of City. Subcontracts, if any, shall contain a provision making them subject to all provisions stipulated in this Agreement.

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NAME OF CONSULTANT: Armstrong & Brooks Consulting Engineers *By:
_________________________
Dennis Armstrong, Principal
NOTE: SIGNATURES OF CORPORATE OFFICIALS MUST BE NOTARIZED.

Attach Certificate of Notary Acknowledgement
OWNER: CITY OF NORCO, a municipal corporation
*By:
__________________________
Greg Newton
Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________
Dana Roa, CMC
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___________________________
Harper & Burns, LLC.

City Attorney

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EXHIBIT A
The services shall be performed in accordance with the Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (Green Book), latest edition, including all current supplements, addenda, and revisions thereof (hereinafter referred to as “Standard Specifications”) incorporated herein by this reference. Any provisions, which supplement or modify the Standard Specifications, are attached hereto as Special Provisions and incorporated herein by this reference.

The Project includes the installation of approximately 1,300 linear feet of a new reinforced concrete box (RCB) storm drain within Kips Korner Park and through various storm drain easements. The proposed storm drain will replace the existing upstream culverts within Parkridge Avenue and extend southerly to connect with the existing 90” RCP storm drain.

Design of the storm drain improvements shall include storm drain conduit, catch basins, manholes, and junction structures.

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EXHIBIT B
Proposal Documents

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CA-17

GENERAL LIABILITY ENDORSEMENT

CITY OF NORCO
2870 Clark Avenue
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 270-5627
(951) 270-5677
A. POLICY INFORMATION Endorsement # ________________________

1. Insurance Company ____________________________________________ Policy Number _____________________

2. Policy Term (From) _______________ (To)________________ Endorsement Effective Date ______________________________________

3. Named Insured _______________________________________________

4. Address of Named Insured
_____________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________

5. Limit of Liability Any One Occurrence/Aggregate
$______________________________ /_____________________________

6. Deductible or Self-Insured Retention (Nil unless otherwise specified):
______________________________________________

7. Coverage is equivalent to:

Comprehensive General Liability Form GL0002 (Ed. 1/73)
______________________________________________
Commercial General Liability "Occurrence" Form CG0001
______________________________________________

8. Bodily Injury and Property Damage Coverage is:
____________________________________"occurrence"
Note: The City of Norco standard insurance requirements specify "occurrence" coverage. "Claims-made" coverage is not acceptable. If commercial general liability form or equivalent is used, the general aggregate must apply separately to this location/project or the general aggregate must be twice the occurrence limit.

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9. Description of Projects:

WEST NORCO CHANNEL EXTENSION STORM DRAIN PROJECT
The general items of work to be done hereunder consist of:

B. POLICY AMENDMENTS
This endorsement is issued in consideration of the policy premium. Notwithstanding any inconsistent statement in the policy to which this endorsement is attached or any other endorsement attached thereto, it is agreed as follows:

1. INSURED. As respects any work performed on the above described Projects, the City of Norco, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees, consulting engineers, and volunteers are included as insured with regard to damages and defense of claims arising from: (a) activities performed by or on behalf of the Named Insured, (b) products and completed operations of the Named Insured, or (c) premises owned, leased, or used by the Named Insured.

2. CONTRIBUTION NOT REQUIRED. As respects: (a) work performed by the Named Insured on the above described Projects for or on behalf of the City of Norco; or (b) products sold by the Named Insured to the City of Norco for use on the Projects; or (c) premises leased by the Named Insured from the City of Norco, the insurance afforded by this policy shall be primary insurance as respects the City of Norco, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees, consulting engineers, or volunteers; or stand in an unbroken chain of coverage excess of the Named Insured's schedule underlying primary coverage. In either event, any other insurance maintained by the City of Norco, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees, consulting engineers, or volunteers shall be in excess of this insurance and shall not contribute with it.

3. SCOPE OF COVERAGE. This policy, if primary, affords coverage at least as broad as:
(1) Insurance Services Office Form Number GL 0002 (Ed. 1/73), Comprehensive General Liability Insurance and Insurance Services Office form number GL 0404 Broad Form Comprehensive General Liability endorsement; or

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(2) Insurance Services Office Commercial General Liability Coverage, “Occurrence" Form CG 0001; or
(3) If excess, affords coverage which is at least as broad as the primary insurance forms referenced in the preceding Sections (1) and (2).

4. SEVERABILITY OF INTEREST. The insurance afforded by this policy applies separately to each insured who is seeking coverage or against whom a claim is made or a suit is brought, except with respects to the Company's limit of liability.

5. PROVISIONS REGARDING THE INSURED'S DUTIES AFTER ACCIDENT OR LOSS. Any failure to comply with reporting provisions of the policy shall not affect coverage provided to the City of Norco, its elected or appointed officer, officials, employees, consulting engineers or volunteers.

6. CANCELLATION NOTICE. The insurance afforded by this policy shall not be suspended, voided, canceled, reduced in coverage or in limits except after 30 days prior written notice by certified mail return receipt requested has been given to the City of Norco. Such notice shall be addressed as shown in the heading of this endorsement.

C. INCIDENT AND CLAIM REPORTING PROCEDURE
Incidents and claims are to be reported to the insurer at:

ATTN:
_____________________________________________________________________ (Title) (Department)
_____________________________________________________________________ (Company)
_____________________________________________________________________ (Street Address)
_____________________________________________________________________ (City) (State) (Zip Code)
______________________________
(Telephone Number)

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D. SIGNATURE OF INSURER OR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OF THE

INSURER
I, __________________________, warrant that I have authority to (Print/Type Name)
bind the below-listed insurance company and by my signature hereon do so bind this company.
____________________________________________

SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE
(Original Signature required on endorsement furnished to the City of Norco) ORGANIZATION: _____________________________________________________ TITLE: _____________________________________________________ ADDRESS: _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________
TELEPHONE: _____________________________________________________

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CA-21

AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY ENDORSEMENT

CITY OF NORCO
2870 Clark Avenue
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 270-5627
(951) 270-5677
A. POLICY INFORMATION Endorsement #_____________________

1. Insurance Company _____________________________________________ Policy Number _____________________

2. Policy Term (From)________________(To) _______________ Endorsement Effective Date ___________

3. Named Insured________________________________________________

4. Address of Named Insured________________________________________

5. Limit of Liability Any One Occurrence/Aggregate
$______________________ /_____________________________________

6. Deductible or Self-Insured Retention
(Nil unless otherwise specified):
$____________________________________________________________ B. POLICY AMENDMENTS
This endorsement is issued in consideration of the policy premium. Notwithstanding any inconsistent statement in the policy to which this endorsement is attached or any other endorsement attached thereto, it is agreed as follows:

1. INSURED. The City of Norco, its elected or appointed officers, officials, consulting engineers, employees and volunteers are included as insured with regard to damages and defense of claims arising from: the ownership, operation, maintenance, use, loading or unloading of any auto owned, leased, hired or borrowed by the Named Insured, regardless of whether liability is attributable to the Named Insured or a combination of the Named Insured and the City of Norco, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees, consulting engineers or volunteers.

2. CONTRIBUTION NOT REQUIRED. As respects work performed by the Named Insured for or on behalf of the City of Norco, the insurance afforded by this policy shall: (a) be primary insurance as respects the City of Norco, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees, consulting engineers or volunteers; or (b)

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stand in an unbroken chain of coverage excess of the Named Insured's primary coverage. In either event, any other insurance maintained by the City of Norco, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees or volunteers shall be in excess of this insurance and shall not contribute with it.

3. SCOPE OF COVERAGE. This policy, if primary, affords coverage to the Named Insured at least as broad as:
(1) Insurance Services Office form number CA 00001 (Ed. 1/78), Code 1 ("any auto") and endorsement CA 0025.
(2) If excess, affords coverage which is at least as broad as the primary insurance forms referenced in the preceding Section (1).

4. SEVERABILITY OF INTEREST. The insurance afforded by this policy applies separately to each insured who is seeking coverage, or against whom a claim is made or a suit is brought, except with respect to the Company's limit of liability.

C. INCIDENT AND CLAIM REPORTING PROCEDURE
Incidents and claims are to be reported to the insurer at:

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D. SIGNATURE OF INSURER OR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OF THE

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WORKER'S COMPENSATION/EMPLOYER'S LIABILITY ENDORSEMENT

CITY OF NORCO
2870 Clark Avenue
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 270-5627
(951) 270-5677
A. POLICY INFORMATION Endorsement # ________________________

1. Insurance Company ____________________________________________ ("the Company")
Policy Number _________________________________________________

2. Effective Date of this Endorsement ________________________________

3. Named Insured_________________________________________________

4. Employer's Liability Limit (Coverage B) ______________________________ _____________________________________________________________ B. POLICY AMENDMENTS
In consideration of the policy premium and notwithstanding any inconsistent statement in the policy to which this endorsement is attached or any other endorsement attached thereto, it is agreed as follows:
(1) Cancellation Notice. The insurance afforded by this policy shall not be suspended, voided, canceled, reduced in coverage or in limits except after 30 days prior written notice by certified mail return receipt requested has been given to the City of Norco. Such notice shall be addressed as shown in the heading of this endorsement.
(2) Waiver of Subrogation. The Insurance Company agrees to waive all rights of subrogation against the City of Norco, its elected or appointed officers, officials, agents and employees for losses paid under the terms of this policy which arise from work performed by the Named Insured for the City of Norco.

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C. SIGNATURE OF INSURER OR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OF THE

INSURER
I, _______________________, warrant that I have authority to bind (Print/Type Name)
the below-listed insurance company and by my signature hereon do so bind this company.
_______________________________________________

SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE
(Original signature required on endorsement furnished to the City of Norco) ORGANIZATION: ____________________________________________________ TITLE: ____________________________________________________ ADDRESS: ____________________________________________________ TELEPHONE: ____________________________________________________

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City Council

STAFF REPORT
Date: November 2, 2022 Agenda Item:

5.A.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
Prepared By: Lisette Free, Finance Director
Department: Finance
SUBJECT:

Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Award RECOMMENDATION:

Acknowledge the Award Earned by the City of Norco and Finance Staff SUMMARY:

The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the City of Norco for its annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2021. The report has been judged by an impartial panel to meet the high standards of the program, which includes demonstrating a constructive "spirit of full disclosure" to clearly communicate its financial story and motivate potential users and user groups to read the report.

The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Not applicable for this item.

RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:

This item is consistent with Strategic Direction #3 - Economic Development and Financial Stability: Assure financial stability by expanding development efforts, diversifying revenue sources and continuing prudent financial management.

REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Certified as to Availability of Funds: Lisette Free, Finance Director

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Approved by: Lori Sassoon, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLC, City Attorney ATTACHMENT(S):

GFOA News Release
City of Norco Certificate
Award to Finance Department

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
10/20/2022 For more information contact:

Michele Mark Levine, Director/TSC
Phone: (312) 977-9700
Fax: (312) 977-4806
Email: [email protected]
(Chicago, Illinois)—Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to City of Norco for its annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2021. The report has been judged by an impartial panel to meet the high standards of the program, which includes demonstrating a constructive "spirit of full disclosure" to clearly communicate its financial story and motivate potential users and user groups to read the report.

Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) advances excellence in government finance by providing best practices, professional development, resources, and practical research for more than 21,000 members and the communities they serve.

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Government Finance Officers Association
Certificate of
Achievement
for Excellence
in Financial
Reporting
Presented to
City of Norco
California
For its Annual Comprehensive
Financial Report
For the Fiscal Year Ended
June 30, 2021
Executive Director/CEO

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The Government Finance Officers Association of
the United States and Canada
presents this

AWARD OF FINANCIAL REPORTING ACHIEVEMENT
to
The Award of Financial Reporting Achievement is presented by the Government Finance Officers Association to the department or individual designated as instrumental in the government unit achieving a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting. A Certificate of Achievement is presented to those government units whose annual financial reports are judged to adhere to program standards and represents the highest award in government financial reporting.

Executive Director
Date: 10/20/2022
Finance Department
City of Norco, California

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City Council

STAFF REPORT
Date: November 2, 2022 Agenda Item:

5.B.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
Prepared By: Lori Sassoon, City Manager
Department: Administration
SUBJECT:

Discuss and take possible action regarding the Riverside Transmission Reliability Project (RTRP) - Oral Report
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council receive the oral report, and consider possible actions to support full undergrounding of the RTRP transmission lines.

REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

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City Council

STAFF REPORT
Date: November 2, 2022 Agenda Item:

6.A.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
Prepared By: Alma Robles, Planning Director
Department: Planning
SUBJECT:

First Reading, Ordinance 1089 (City of Norco): An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Norco, California, adopting the 2022 California Building Standard Codes, to amend Norco Municipal Code Title 15 “Buildings and Construction”: Chapters 15.01 “Administrative Provisions”; 15.02 “Building Code”; 15.03 “Electrical Code”; 15.04 “Mechanical Code”;15.05 “Plumbing Code”;15.07 “Residential Code”;15.08 “Green Building Code”;15.13 “Administrative Code”; and 15.14 “Energy Code”. Code Amendment 2022-06
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve the introduction and first read of Ordinance 1089, adopting the 2022 California Building Standard Codes, to amend Norco Municipal Code Title 15 “Buildings and Construction”: Chapters 15.01 “Administrative Provisions”; 15.02 “Building Code”; 15.03 “Electrical Code”; 15.04 “Mechanical Code”;15.05 “Plumbing Code”; 15.07 “Residential Code”;15.08 “Green Building Code”; 15.13 “Administrated Code”; and 15.14 “Energy Code”. Code Amendment 2022-06.

SUMMARY:

The proposed ordinance will adopt the 2022 California Building Standard Codes and replace the 2019 editions of the California Building Code (CBC), the California Electrical Code (CEC), California Mechanical Code (CMC), California Plumbing Code (CPC), California Residential Code (CRC), the California Green Building Code (CGBC) and the California Energy Code (CEC). State law requires that local government enforces these code editions beginning January 1, 2023. In addition, State law allows local governments to amend the California Model Codes, providing the amendments are more restrictive and are necessary in order to provide the highest level of life- safety standards.

BACKGROUND:

Every three years the State of California adopts new construction codes. These codes are reviewed and recommended by the State Building Standards Commission. After the publication of these codes, local governments are mandated by the State of California to adopt these codes, and can also make amendments/modifications that are reasonably

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necessary so that they address local climatic, geographical, and topographical features.

Modifications must be filed with the California Building Standards Commission in order to become legally effective by January 1, 2023.

Staff, along with Willdan Engineering, have analyzed these codes and prepared the amendments shown in the attached ordinance.

For reference, a summary of the 2022 California Building Codes changes are contained in attached Exhibit "A" (Note: adoption of the amendments to the Fire Code will be orchestrated separately through CALFire). Changes for this cycle are minor as they relate to development in Norco. There are no new amendments/modifications that are necessary to address local climatic, geographical, and topographical that are specific to the City of Norco. Amendments which have been done in the past are not changing and will be carried over into the 2022 cycle.

In adopting the 2022 California Building Codes, certain sections of the Norco Municipal Code (NMC) must be amended now to reflect the changes that have occurred within the new codes, specifically by referencing the 2022 California Building Code as opposed to the 2019 Code.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Purchase of a new set of the 2022 Code books for the City of Norco Building & Safety Division at a cost of $1,600 has been accounted for in the FY 2022-23 Building and Safety Operating Budget, and therefore there is no additional fiscal impact on the City of Norco.

RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:

This item is consistent with Strategic Plan Direction No. 3 - Economic Development and Financial Stability: Assure financial stability by expanding development efforts, diversifying revenue sources and continuing prudent financial management.

REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Certified as to Availability of Funds: Lisette Free, Finance Director Approved by: Lori Sassoon, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLC, City Attorney ATTACHMENT(S):

Exhibit A
Ordinance 1089

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2022 TITLE 24
California Code Changes
July 2022
1 st Edition

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Acknowledgements
Governor Gavin Newsom
Secretary of the Government Operations Agency, Amy Ton
Director of the Department of General Services, Ana Lasso Members of the California Building Standards Commission Chair, Secretary Amy Tong
Vice Chair, Rajesh Patel
Commissioners:

Kent Sasaki Erick Mikiten
Elley Klausbruckner Rajesh Patel
Peter Santillan Juvilyn Alegre
Aaron Stockwell Laura Rambin
Frank Ramirez James Haskin
Executive Director, Mia Marvelli
Deputy Executive Director, vacant
The California Building Standards Commission is a commission within the Department of General Services
Visit our website at dgs.ca.gov/BSC
Please submit comments and suggestions for improvements or additions to this publication to [email protected]
or mail to
California Building Standards Commission
Mia Marvelli, Executive Director
2525 Natomas Park Drive, Suite 130
Sacramento, CA 95833
Some of CBSC’s publications available on the website’s Resources page:

Guide to Title 24
It’s Your Building Department
Guide for Local Amendments of
Building Standards
Public Guide to the Building
Standards Adoption Process
Frequently Asked Questions
Glossary of Terms

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction...............................................................................................1 California Administrative Code – Part 1..................................................3 Chapter 1 – Building Standards Commission ............................................................ 3 Chapter 3 – State Fire Marshal.................................................................................. 3 Chapter 4 – Division of the State Architect ................................................................ 3 Chapter 7 – Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development.......................... 4 Chapter 10 – California Energy Commission ............................................................. 5 California Building Code – Part 2 ............................................................6 Tall Wood/Mass Timber provisions in various chapters of Part 2 .............................. 6 Chapter 1 – Scope and Administration ...................................................................... 6 Chapter 2 – Definitions .............................................................................................. 7 Chapter 3 – Occupancy Classification and Use......................................................... 8 Chapter 4 – Special Detailed Requirements .............................................................. 9 Chapter 5 – General Building Heights and Areas ...................................................... 9 Chapter 7A – Materials and Construction Methods.................................................... 9 Chapter 9 – Fire Protection Systems ....................................................................... 10 Chapter 10 – Means of Egress ................................................................................ 10 Chapter 11B – Accessibility to Public Buildings ....................................................... 11 Chapter 12 – Interior Environment........................................................................... 11 Chapter 14 – Exterior Walls ..................................................................................... 16 Chapter 16 – Structural Design................................................................................ 16 Chapter 16A – Structural Design ............................................................................. 16

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Chapter 17 – Special Inspections and Tests............................................................ 17 Chapter 17A – Special Inspections and Tests ......................................................... 18 Chapters 18 and 18A – Soils and Foundations........................................................ 18 Chapter 19 – Concrete............................................................................................. 18 Chapter 19A – Concrete .......................................................................................... 19 Chapter 21 – Masonry ............................................................................................. 20 Chapter 21A – Masonry ........................................................................................... 20 Chapter 24 – Glass and Glazing.............................................................................. 21 Chapter 25 – Gypsum Board, Gypsum Panel Products and Plaster........................ 21 Chapter 27 – Electrical............................................................................................. 22 Chapter 31 – Special Construction .......................................................................... 22 Chapter 31B – Public Swimming Pools.................................................................... 22 Chapter 35 – Referenced Standards ....................................................................... 23 California Residential Code – Part 2.5...................................................24 Chapter 1 – Scope and Application.......................................................................... 24 Chapter 2 – Definitions ............................................................................................ 24 Chapter 3 – Building Planning ................................................................................. 24 Chapter 4 – Foundations ......................................................................................... 26 Chapter 7 – Wall Covering....................................................................................... 27 Chapter 8 – Roof-Ceiling Construction .................................................................... 27 Chapter 9 – Roof Assemblies .................................................................................. 28 Chapter 44 – Referenced Standards ....................................................................... 28 Appendix AS – Strawbale Construction ................................................................... 28 Appendix AX............................................................................................................ 29

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California Electrical Code – Part 3.........................................................30 California Energy Commission................................................................................. 30 Housing and Community Development.................................................................... 30 State Fire Marshal.................................................................................................... 30 Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development............................................ 30 California Mechanical Code – Part 4 .....................................................32 Chapter 1 – Scope and Application.......................................................................... 32 Chapter 2 – Definitions ............................................................................................ 33 Chapter 3 – General Regulations............................................................................. 33 Chapter 4 – Ventilation Air....................................................................................... 33 Chapter 6 – Duct systems........................................................................................ 34 Chapter 9 – Installation of Specific Appliances ........................................................ 34 Chapter 11 – Refrigeration....................................................................................... 35 Chapter 12 – Hydronics ........................................................................................... 35 California Plumbing Code – Part 5 ........................................................36 Chapter 1 – Scope and Application.......................................................................... 36 Chapter 4 – Plumbing Fixtures and Fixture Fittings ................................................. 36 Chapters 5 and 6 – Water Heaters and Water Supply and Distribution ................... 37 Chapter 6 – Water Supply and Distribution.............................................................. 37 Chapter 13 – Health Care Facilities and Medical Gas and Vacuum Systems.......... 37 Chapter 15 – Alternate Water Sources for Nonpotable Applications........................ 37 Chapter 17 – Referenced Standards ....................................................................... 38 California Energy Code – Part 6 ............................................................39

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California Fire Code – Part 9..................................................................40 Overview.................................................................................................................. 40 Chapter 1 – Scope and Application.......................................................................... 40 Chapter 2 – Definitions ............................................................................................ 41 Chapter 3 – General Regulations............................................................................. 42 Chapter 4 – Emergency Planning and Preparedness.............................................. 42 Chapter 9 – Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems .............................................. 42 Chapter 10 – Means of Egress ................................................................................ 43 Chapter 12 – Energy Systems ................................................................................. 43 Chapter 31 – Tents, Temporary Special Event Structures and Other Membrane Structures....... 43 Chapter 38 – Higher Education Laboratories........................................................... 43 Chapter 49 – Requirements for Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Fire Areas ........... 44 Chapter 80 – Referenced Standards ....................................................................... 45 Appendix P – Community Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Fire Hazard Evaluation Framework .. 45 California Existing Building Code – Part 10..........................................46 Chapter 1 – Scope and Application.......................................................................... 46 Chapter 2 – Definitions ............................................................................................ 46 Chapter 3 – Provisions for All Compliance Methods................................................ 47 Chapter 5 – Prescriptive Compliance Method.......................................................... 48 Chapter 16 – Referenced Standards ....................................................................... 48 Department of Housing and Community Development............................................ 49 California Green Building Standards Code – Part 11...........................50 Chapter 2 – Definitions ............................................................................................ 50 Chapter 4 – Residential Mandatory Measures......................................................... 50

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Chapter 5 – Nonresidential Mandatory Measures.................................................... 52 Chapter A4 – Residential Voluntary Measures ........................................................ 53 Chapter A5 – Nonresidential Voluntary Measures ................................................... 53 California Referenced Standards – Part 12...........................................55 Building Standards Commission .............................................................................. 55 State Fire Marshal.................................................................................................... 55

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1 INTRODUCTION
During the 2021 Triennial Code Adoption Cycle, California state agencies reviewed the most recent edition of national model codes and standards, and made amendments and additions to most parts of the California Building Standards Code, Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations (Title 24). This publication contains information regarding substantive changes of interest to code users as they familiarize themselves with the 2022 edition of Title 24. For ease of reading, this document uses all normal font style (no italics). When looking at Title 24, it is a good idea to learn about and understand the various margin markings, banners and text styles that will indicate where changes have been made to the code and what amendments are model code changes versus California amendments. An explanation of margin markings can be found in the preface of each part of Title 24.

State agency acronyms that may be used in this publication BSC – Building Standards Commission
CDPH – California Department of Public Health
CEC – California Energy Commission
DSA – Division of the State Architect
DWR – Department of Water Resources
HCD – Department of Housing and Community Development
OSHPD – Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (now Department of Health Care Access and Information – HCAI)
SFM – State Fire Marshal
For the applications of amendments adopted by the various state agencies, reference Chapter 1 of each part of Title 24.

The parts of Title 24 may be abbreviated as follows:

CBC – California Building Code, Part 2, Volumes 1 and 2 CRC – California Residential Code, Part 2.5
CMC – California Mechanical Code, Part 4
CPC – California Plumbing Code, Part 5
CFC – California Fire Code, Part 9
CEBC – California Existing Building Code, Part 10
CALGreen – California Green Building Standards Code, Part 11 CRSC – California Referenced Standards Code, Part 12
To avoid confusion with other acronyms, abbreviations are not used for the California Administrative Code (Part 1), California Electrical Code (Part 3) or California Energy Code (Part 6).

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2 Note that there were no significant updates to the California Historical Building Code, Part 8 of Title 24, and Part 7 is vacant, so those parts are not listed here. There are no changes to Part 8 because the State Historical Building Safety Board adopted the 2022 California Historical Building Code by carrying forward existing provisions from the 2019 edition without further amendment.

Model code developers:

Every three years the national model codes and standards are published, and by law California is required to incorporate specific model codes and standards into Title 24.

The model code publishers often issue significant code change documents explaining national code updates and the reasons for them. Links to those documents are provide below.

IAPMO – The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (Parts 4 and 5)
Uniform Mechanical and Plumbing Code Updates webpage
ICC – The International Code Council (Parts 2, 2.5, 9 and 10) Purchase ICC’s 2021 Significant Changes publications
NFPA – National Fire Protection Association (Part 3)
2020 National Electrical Code updates links
Please watch the California Building Standards Commission’s (CBSC) video About Title 24 to learn about the code's layout and contributing state agencies. For more indepth information, visit CBSC’s Resources webpage to view and download educational publications such as a Guide to Title 24.

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3 CALIFORNIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE – PART 1
Chapter 1 – Building Standards Commission
1-209 Code Advisory Committees
Amended existing section footnote to clarify the requirements of the Fire Official and Local Government Water Efficiency Official positions in the Code Advisory Committees.

Sections 1-407, 1-411, 1-415, 1-419
Added document accessibility as a requirement for documents included in state agencies’ rulemaking submittals and added reference to Government Code Section 11546.7.(a).
1-507 Fee Collection
Amended existing section to remove information regarding the check-only payment method, added instructions for submitting payment and forms by mail (check) or email (electronic payment platform), and let fee payers know that they may only use the approved electronic payment platform, and that there is information regarding the platform on CBSC’s website.

Chapter 3 – State Fire Marshal
Article 3-1 General Provisions and Article 3-2 Definitions Added sections to Chapter 3 that was reserved for SFM in the 2019 edition. These sections provide clarifying language regarding the SFM fire and life safety authority for state-owned buildings, specified state-occupied buildings, and state institutions.

Chapter 4 – Division of the State Architect
4-309(c).2.B Reconstruction or alteration projects in excess of $100,000 in cost
Repealed exception to the section as it is inconsistent with the definition of “rehabilitation” in the regulations. The exception also implied that only the “…elements of the lateral force resisting system” need be evaluated, which led to confusion as DSA’s Seismic Performance Requirements per Table 317.5 explicitly require that the evaluation include assessment of non-structural components. 4-330 Time of beginning construction and partial construction Changed requirements that construction must commence on all school buildings with an approved project within four years instead of one year or else the approval is void.

Given this new four-year rule, extensions no longer apply and were repealed. Added an exception permitting DSA to withdraw approval or institute post-approval

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4 requirements as necessary to address life-safety concerns in response to information received after approval of plans and before commencement of construction. 4-335(f)4 Structural tests and special inspections
Clarified requirements to provide DSA with daily special inspection reports when requested.

Group 3, Article 3 and deletion of Article 4
Revised procedure regarding submission of landscape plans for modifications, rehabilitations and new construction of landscape areas at public K-12 schools and community colleges.

The revisions include the elimination of a fee for review of landscape plans and revisions to the self-certification form, a provision that periodic site observations during construction will occur to ensure the work is completed in accordance with CALGreen Section 5.304 requirements, and replacement of two previously required selfcertification forms with a single form.

Chapter 7 – Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development 7-111 Definitions
Added clarification that the equipment referred to in the definition of “Actual Construction Cost” is construction equipment only.

Added the definition of “Start of Construction” to clarify that the start date of construction may include actual physical work as well as the preparation for construction such as manufacturing components offsite.

Sections 7-111, 7-121, 7-130, 7-133 and others
Combined “Phased Plan Review” and “Collaborative Review and Construction” into a single process called “Integrated Review.” Renamed “Phased Plan Review” to “Integrated Review” so the definition of “Integrated Review” is added, the definition of “Phased Plan Review” is repealed, all references to “Phased Plan Review” and “Collaborative Review and Construction” are removed, and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is renamed to Integrated Review Plan (IRP).

Sections 7-113, 7-153 and others
Amended existing language to provide requirements for electronic submittals and field records.
7-123 Preliminary plans and specifications
Amended existing language to remove “outline” from the submittal requirements for specifications during a preliminary review as it has been proven an outline specification is insufficient for most preliminary reviews.

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5 7-129 Time limitations
Amended following subsections:
7-129(b) to provide revised time limitations based on the cost of a project. 7-129(d) to include a description of when a project is considered abandoned. 7-129(d) Exception to limit the exception to paragraphs (a) and (b) so they do not apply to managed projects. Manage project time limitations would not apply as the durations are negotiated.
7-133 Fees
Amended following subsections:
7-133(a) to allow for projects with estimated construction cost of less than $250,000 to be invoiced at the rate of 2.0 percent of the estimated construction cost. 7-133(h) to remove collaborative review and replace phased review with integrated review. The fee of 1.95% is to be applied to integrated review. 7-145 Continuous inspection of the work
Clarified the requirement for the Inspector of Record to notify the office in writing when work is started and for the field record report to include the time and date of all correspondence with the contractor regarding incomplete work, potential deficiencies or deviation which require the contractor’s attention. Added additional requirements for the reports.

Chapter 10 – California Energy Commission
Please visit the California Energy Commission’s website for updates. energy.ca.gov/programs-and-topics/programs/building-energy-efficiencystandards/online-resource-center/overview

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6 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE – PART 2
Tall Wood/Mass Timber provisions in various chapters of Part 2 BSC—DSA—HCD—OSHPD—SFM
Sections regarding construction elements of Tall Wood/Mass Timber and Heavy Timber were early adopted by various state agencies as amendments to the 2019 California Building Code (CBC) during the 2019 Intervening Code Adoption Cycle and issued as a supplement with a July 1, 2021, effective date. The amendments are repealed, as they are now included in the adopted 2021 International Building Code (IBC).

Part 2 Chapter Sections
Chapter 1 110.3.5
Chapter 2 202
Chapter 5 508.4.4.1, 509.4.1.1
Chapter 6 602.4 through 602.4.4.2
Chapter 7 703.6, 703.7, 718.2.1, 722.7 through 722.7.2.2 Chapter 17 - Sections 1705.5.3, 1705.5.5, 1705.11.1, 1705.11.2, 1705.12.2, 1705.12.3, 1705.20, 1705A.4.1, 1705A.5.5, 1705A5.7
Chapter 17 - Tables 1705.5.3, 1705.5.7, 1705A.5.3
Chapter 23 2304.10.1.2, 2304.11.3, 2304.11.4
Chapter 31 3102.3, 3102.6.1.1
Chapter 35 ANSI/APA PRG 320-2019, ASTM D3498-03(2011)
Chapter 1 – Scope and Administration
Building Standards Commission
105.5.1 [Permit] Expiration
New section changed permit expiration from 180 days to 12 months. Includes a provision stipulating that every permit shall remain valid if the work on the site authorized by the permit is commenced within 12 months after its issuance. This amendment also allows for permit extensions; the exception being when the work authorized by the permit is determined to have been abandoned. The new code language reflects statutory requirements in Assembly Bill 2913 (Statutes of 2018), which became operative January 1, 2019, and amended Health and Safety Code (HSC) Section 18938.5(b)(2)(B) and added HSC Section 18938.6 to Building Standards Law.

CBSC Information Bulletin 19-03 regarding permit expiration dates was issued May 23, 2019, to local building departments, state agencies and CBSC interested parties.

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1.10.2 OSHPD 2, 2A and 2B
OSHPD added new occupancy classifications to address distinctions between skilled nursing facility and intermediate care facility buildings erected with specific construction materials.

OSHPD 2 has been split into two (2) categories. OSHPD 2A is for skilled nursing facility and intermediate care facility buildings of single-story, wood-frame, or light steel frame construction or buildings of single-story, wood-frame, or light steel frame construction where only skilled nursing or intermediate care services are provided if the building is separated from a building housing other patients of the health facility receiving higher levels of care and must meet model code requirements.

OSHPD 2B skilled nursing facility and intermediate care facility buildings of all other types must meet the requirements designated by the OSHPD 2B banner.

If the only designation is OSHPD 2, the application is for both 2A and 2B.

State Fire Marshal

1.11.1 Specified state-occupied buildings
New definition with 11 criteria has been added in response to Senate Bill 85 (Public resources: omnibus trailer bill. (2019-2020)) that required the State Fire Marshal to provide a more accurate definition.

1.11.6 Certificate of Occupancy
Amendment citing a reference to Section 105.2 clarifying work exempt from permit.

Division of the State Architect, Department of Housing and Community Development, Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development, and State Fire Marshal
110.3.12 Types IV-A, IV-B and IV-C connection protection inspection This amendment was added in the 2019 intervening cycle but is now part of model code language in the 2021 IBC, therefore, this section is repealed to avoid duplication.

Chapter 2 – Definitions
California Energy Commission
CLIMATE ZONE Amended definition with specific reference to Figure 100.1-1 of the California Energy Code pertaining to the applicability of assigned climatic criteria for geographic regions to distinguish between the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) and the California Energy Code.

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CHILD CARE Added a new defined term for child care that is consistent with the definition in Title 22 (Social Security) of the California Code of Regulations (Title 22).

DAY-CARE Amended the defined term day-care to specify the time period for the care of persons is not to exceed 24 hours, and is to be consistent with Title 22.

INFLATABLE AMUSEMENT DEVICE New defined term to specify characteristics of inflatable structures that need to be properly constructed and anchored.

PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) PANEL SYSTEM, GROUND-MOUNTED New defined term to be consistent with references in CBC Chapters 16 and 31, CRC Chapter 3 and CFC Chapter 12.

PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) SUPPORT STRUCTURE, ELEVATED New defined term for an elevated PV support structure designed with space underneath intended for secondary use such as providing shade for motor vehicle parking. Requirements for installation are addressed in Chapters 15 and 16.

TODDLER New defined term to align with the legal definition of toddlers from Health and Safety Code Section 1596.55. By distinguishing age differences, officials will be able to classify the related occupancies based on social services’ classifications used for licensing.

Chapter 3 – Occupancy Classification and Use
State Fire Marshal
304.1 Business Group B and 304.4 Higher education laboratories Removed new model code language about higher education laboratories from Section 304.1 and deleted new model code Section 304.4 since model code language for higher education laboratories is not used in California and conflicts with California’s Group L occupancy classification.
305.2 Group E, Child care facilities
Amendments clarifying child care regarding emergency situations applying to Groups I, E and R Occupancies.
310.3 Residential Group R-2
Amended the definition for Group R-2 to meet requirements of SB 234 (Chapter 244, Statutes of 2019): Small and large family child care in apartment houses can operate in R-2 occupancies when they comply with the regulations and with Health and Safety Code Section 1597.46.

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9 Chapter 4 – Special Detailed Requirements
State Fire Marshal
455 Large Family Day-Care Homes
455.2. Amendment to meet requirements of SB 234 (Chapter 244, Statutes of 2019):

Small and large family child care in apartment houses can operate in R-2 occupancies when they comply with the regulations and with Health and Safety Code Sections 1597.45 and 1597.46 (reprinted in this section). 455.6 Compliance
Repealed an amendment regarding the enforcement of Health and Safety Code Sections 13145 and 13146 to align with Section 455.2.

Chapter 5 – General Building Heights and Areas
State Fire Marshal
508 Mixed Use and Occupancy
508.2.4 Separation of occupancies
Amendment permitting the consideration of some uses as accessory occupancies.

Among other requirements, the amendment revises Section 508.2.4 Exception and limits permitted, unseparated accessory covered entrances to those required by Section 11B-206.4.10 for weather protection at entrances to medical care and long-term care facilities or Section 1224.33.2.1, emergency medical service exterior entrances. The amendment eliminates a conflict with provisions enforced by Centers for Medicare-Medicaid Services (CMS).

Table 508.4 Required separation of occupancies (hours), Footnote J Amendment to the footnotes in Table 508.4 that reduces the fire-resistive separation criteria for covered vehicle entrances required by other provisions of the California Building Code associated with Group I-2 occupancies from 2-hour to 1- hour fire-resistance-rated construction.

Chapter 7A – Materials and Construction Methods
State Fire Marshal
Extensive amendments to Chapter 7A Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) regulations.

The amendments were developed through the Office of the State Fire Marshal WUI task group and collaboration with local fire departments, other state agencies, building industry, testing labs, and stakeholders.

Other amendments have been made to be consistent with newly defined terms and to clarify established guidelines in WUI regulations that address different fire severity areas and agency responsibilities that are outlined in Chapter 49 of the CFC.

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10 702A Definitions
FIRE PROTECTION PLAN Amended this defined term to align with the same defined term in Section 4903 of the CFC.

FIRE-RESISTANT VEGETATION New definition of plants less likely to ignite, contribute heat or spread flame. Also provides a list of resources for more information about these types of plants.
704A IGNITION-RESISTANT CONSTRUCTION Added testing standard for wood structural panels in Subsection 704A.3.1 Fire testing of wood structural panels.

Additional amendments in Section 704A are consistent with previous amendments made in Chapter 23 regarding fire-retardant-treated-wood and pressure treated materials.
710A Accessory Buildings and Miscellaneous Structures
710A.1 General Clarifies that Group U Occupancy accessory buildings shall conform to this section.
710A.3 Where required Amendment and subsections that are organized by uniform categories of distances from applicable buildings, and mandate enforcement for buildings greater than 120 square feet, and leave discretion to local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for buildings less than 120 square feet. 710A.4 Roof construction Amendment that for an accessory building required to be constructed of noncombustible or ignition resistant materials, its roof must meet Class A fire rating.

Chapter 9 – Fire Protection Systems
State Fire Marshal
903.3.1.1.3 Solar photovoltaic power systems
Amendment to delete a requirement for the installation of smoke detectors in outdoor locations as a substitute for sprinkler protection.

Department of Housing and Community Development
915 Carbon monoxide detection
Modified to reference NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code.

Chapter 10 – Means of Egress
State Fire Marshal
1032.2.1.2 Maintenance and 1032.2.1.3 Examination
Adjustments and revisions to CFC Sections 1104.16.7 and 1104.16.5.1 regarding the maintenance requirements for fire escapes have been relocated to Section 1032.

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11 Chapter 11B – Accessibility to Public Buildings
Division of the State Architect – Access Compliance
11B-108 Maintenance of Accessible Features
Added requirements to include facilities regulated in Chapter 11B, including public and commercial buildings, as well as public housing in addition to public accommodations.

Chapter 12 – Interior Environment
California Energy Commission
User Note
Modified to properly reference the California Energy Code. 1202.3.1 California Energy Code and International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) Climate Zones and Table 1202.3.1 IECC vs California Energy Code Climate Zone Comparison
Added section and table to prevent confusion between climate zones identified in ICC model codes and climate zones identified in the California Energy Code by explaining the relationship between the two codes and adding Table 1202.3.1 to represent these differences.

Department of Housing and Community Development
1202.2.1 Ventilated attics and rafter spaces and 1202.3 Unvented attic and unvented enclosed rafter assemblies
Repealed reference to Climate Zones 14 and 16 and California Energy Code Figure 100.1-A since the California Energy Commission adopted a new Table 1202.3.1 from the International Energy Conservation Code.

Table 1202.3 Insulation for condensation control
Repealed reference to specific climate zones from the table since the California Energy Commission adopted a new Table 1202.3.1 from the International Energy Conservation Code.

Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
1224.3 Definitions
HANDWASHING STATION Amended existing language to clarify that hands-free operation is required at the door and not at the handwashing fixture.

INVASIVE PROCEDURE New definition to be used to determine the classification of the imaging room or procedure room required.

LOCATION TERMINOLOGY Terms for relationship to an area or room.

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12 READILY ACCESSIBLE Amended existing language to avoid ambiguity by removing the requirement that the area or room also be “directly accessible.” New language added to include option for locating readily accessible areas or rooms to within 200 feet of department or space served to accommodate space orientation or security concerns.

PROCEDURE ROOM New definition specifically designates the procedure room as the intermediate level room for procedures that do not require a full surgical environment.

RESTRICTED AREA Amended existing language to better align with Facilities Guidelines Institute (FGI), which stipulates that a restricted area is a designated space contained within the semi-restricted area and accessible only through a semirestricted area. This definition is required to determine the level of procedure room to be used and the requirements therein.

SEMI-RESTRICTED AREA New defined term per request of CDPH. This area applies to intermediate level procedures and imaging as well as peripheral areas that support surgical services.

START OF CONSTRUCTION OSHPD added the definition to Part 1, California Administrative Code. The banner note added to this definition avoids ambiguity and clarifies that the term is not adopted by OSHPD.

UNRESTRICTED AREA New defined term per CDPH request. This area applies to any area of the department that is not defined as semi-restricted or restricted. This definition is required to determine the level of control outside a surgical area or within a medical department.
1224.4.4.1 Examination, treatment, and procedure rooms
Amended existing language to add “procedure room” to the heading. 1224.4.4.1.2 Treatment room
OSHPD has coordinated with CDPH to add a requirement for providing a new service space for exercise stress testing. This space can be in several locations within a hospital and not assigned to any one service. Amended language allows for exercise stress testing in a treatment room due to the need for space for a crash cart and possible resuscitation.
1224.4.4.1.4 Procedure room
Added new language to align with Facilities Guidelines Institute (FGI) requirements and renumbered following sections.
1224.4.4.4.1 Medication preparation room
Per CDPH request, amended existing language to remove the requirement that a medication preparation room be directly accessible from the nursing station.

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Line 6 has been identified specifically for “Intensive Care” to avoid confusion with the similarly named room on Line 3.

Table 1224.4.6.5
Added Note 1 to the line for Patient Toilet Room under column 1226. Current language is confusing and is often misinterpreted that a nurse call station is required in all clinic patient toilets under column 1226. The note clarifies that a nurse call station is not required for Primary Care, Chronic Dialysis or Psychology Clinic patient toilet rooms.
1224.4.11 and 1224.4.11.4.1 Interior Finishes
Added a pointer to the new table for different levels of procedure and imaging rooms. Includes new Table 1224.4.11.4a which identifies the different levels of exam/procedure rooms as well as the different classes of imaging rooms, including the room type, the uses in each type of room, if the room is unrestricted, semirestricted or restricted, how it is accessed, and the level of finishes required. 1224.14.2 Support areas
Amended existing language to allow for support areas that service nursing units to be shared if there is direct access, including nurses’ office, a clean utility/workroom, soiled workroom or soiled holding room, nourishment area and equipment storage room.
1224.14.2.15 Special bathing facilities
Amended existing language for special bathing facilities to be optional. Per review with CDPH, special bathing facilities for roll-in gurneys should not be a requirement as there are several other methods of bathing or cleaning bedridden patients. 1224.15.1 General
Amended existing language to clarify that a sterile core where clean equipment is stored prior to bringing into an operating room is required to be in a restricted area. 1224.15.2.2 Procedure room(s)
Added a pointer to the requirements for a procedure room. The following section 1224.15.2.2.1 was renumbered.
1224.16.3 Recovery and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Amended existing language to clarify the clearances required between beds and the access aisle at the foot of a bed.
1224.18 Radiological/diagnostic imaging service space
Amended existing language to provide direction for applying the new classes of imaging rooms. To alleviate confusion, pointers are provided to Table 1224.4.11.4a and to address more acute-level procedures using imaging systems in hybrid operating rooms.

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14 1224.18.1 Minimum requirements
Amended existing language to allow a CT scanner to be used as the primary imaging modality once Title 22 is revised. Existing language was also amended to allow the space used for processing images to also be used exclusively for viewing, as processing technology is no longer required on newer equipment. Requirements for handwashing stations were added to provide direction for applying the new classes of imaging rooms.
1224.18.1.1 Radiation protection
Added requirements for radiation protection in the new classes of imaging rooms. 1224.18.1.2 Multiple-modality devices
Added new language to clarify that when two or more modalities are integrated into one device, the requirements of both must be met. This would apply to space requirements, radiation protection and any differences in the requirements. 1224.18.4 Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Added new language to provide safety zones for MRIs. Existing language for the imaging equipment room was amended to align with other imaging equipment room annotation.
1224.18.5 Ultrasound
Amended existing language to properly identify an ultrasound exam room. An exception is added to not require a directly accessible toilet if only specific exams are conducted. Language is added for the requirements of a processing room if it is to be provided as a support service.
1224.19.7 Support areas for staff
Amended existing language to align with Title 22 and Board of Pharmacy regulations that pharmacy staff lounge, lockers and toilet may be readily accessible in lieu of immediately accessible.
1224.20.3 Outside service
Amended existing language to clarify that if a temporary mobile kitchen is approved by CDPH for use during construction, a separate warming kitchen is not needed internally.
1224.22 Central sterile supply
Per a request from CDPH, amended existing language to clarify that a central sterile supply process includes distinct spaces within one or more rooms. 1224.25 Employee dressing rooms and lockers
Amended existing language to clarify that the lockers must be separate from the toilet room and not within it.
1224.28.2.1 Procedure room and 1224.28.2.3 Equipment space Amended existing language to update “x-ray” to “imaging” equipment.

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Amended existing language for the imaging equipment room to align with other imaging equipment room annotations.
1224.28.4.12 Staff changing areas
Amended existing language to clarify that both male and female staff changing areas are required as interventional procedures are equivalent to surgery and have the same changing requirements.
1224.28.5.2 Control room
Added new language to allow cameras to be used for patient observation in hybrid operating rooms as the configuration of the rooms may prevent full patient visibility within the equipment bore from within the control room. 1224.28.5.5.2 iMRI
Corrected reference pointer in Item 3 of 1224.28.5.5.2 to indicate that the anteroom must comply with Section 1224.18.4.2, Item 2.
1224.28.5.5.3 Vascular imaging
Corrected reference pointer to indicate that hybrid operating rooms with vascular imaging systems must comply with Section 1224.18.4.
1224.29.1.12 Medication station
Added to existing language to clarify that refrigerated storage is required for the medication station in an ICU.
1224.29.1.13 Airborne infection isolation room
Amended existing language to clarify that ICU units that are protected environments do not require airborne infection isolation rooms as all rooms are already negative pressure.
1224.29.2 Newborn intensive care units (NICU)
Amended existing language to clarify that the headwall in a NICU does not need to be 13 feet long as in an ICU. This would force the NICU bed spaces to be much larger than needed.
1224.30 Pediatric and Adolescent Unit
Amended existing language to align with Title 22 language for pediatric and adolescent units, and clarified that both an exam room and a treatment room are required in or adjacent to the pediatric unit.
1224.31.1.1 General
Amended existing language to clarify that the requirements for a psychiatric nursing unit in Section 1224 is for a psychiatric medical unit and Section 1228 is for a psychiatric ambulatory unit.

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16 1224.31.1.10 Occupational therapy
Amended existing language to remove the requirement for an area for teaching daily living activities.
1224.31.1.17 Administrative center(s) or nurse stations(s) Added new language to state that a nurse station can be no further than 90 linear feet from the furthest patient room doorway. This is a Title 22 requirement for a medical psychiatric unit which was not currently in the building code.

Chapter 14 – Exterior Walls
California Energy Commission
1404.3.3 California Energy Code and International Energy Conservation Code Climate Zones
Amendment added to prevent confusion between climate zones identified in ICC model codes and climate zones identified in the California Energy Code and to crossreference Table 1202.3.1, which describes the differences between these codes.

Chapter 16 – Structural Design
Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
1605.2 (Formerly 1605.3.2) Alternative allowable stress design load combinations
Added variable load requirement for the alternative allowable stress design load combinations for OSHPD 1R, 2B and 5.

Table 1613.2.3(1) and Table 1613.2.3(2)
Amendment language for Site Class E (Table 1613.2.3(1) only) and Footnote C to be consistent with ASCE 7-16 Supplement 3 as amended in CBC Chapter 35.

Division of the State Architect
1617.3.2 Alternative allowable stress design load combinations Added variable load requirement where the alternative allowable stress design load combinations of Section 1605.2 are used.

Chapter 16A – Structural Design
Division of the State Architect and
Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
Updates, clarifications and revisions to ASCE 7 standards: Seismic ground motion values, response modification coefficient; Two-Stage Analysis Procedure; Horizontal and Vertical Irregularities for Seismic Design Categories; Foundation connections; Wall, Roof or Floor Hung Equipment; Provisions for piping and tubing systems.

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17 1605A.2 Alternative allowable stress design load combinations Added a variable load requirement for the alternative allowable stress design load combinations.

Table 1613A.2.3(1) and Table 1613A.2.3(2)
Amendment language in Site Class E (Table 1613.2.3(1) only) and footnote C to be consistent with ASCE 7-16 Supplement 3 as amended in CBC Chapter 35. 1617A.1.3 ASCE 7, Section 11.4
Modifications to ASCE 7 including an amendment added to adopt ASCE 7-16 Supplement 3 which updates various subsections in ASCE 7-16 Section 11.4 to the seismic ground motions values.
1617A.1.5 ASCE 7, Section 12.2.3, 12.2.3.1, and 12.2.3.2 Amended to incorporate the ballot change proposals related to combining of different lateral force resisting systems and the Two Stage Analysis Procedures that passed main committee ballot of ASCE 7-22. Some of these amendments will need to be deleted when ASCE 7-22 is adopted to avoid duplication. 1617A.1.10 ASCE 7, Section 12.3.3.1
Exception 2 added to address structures having a horizontal structural irregularity Type 1b of Table 12.3-1.
1617A.1.16 ASCE 7, Section 12.13.9.2
Clarification added that lateral building response including seismic load combinations do not need to be considered concurrently with differential settlements for shallow foundations on liquefiable sites, and to clarify that force demands due to differential settlements are not required to be additive to the seismic earthquake demands.
1617A.1.18 ASCE 7, Section 13.1.4
This section applying to different types of equipment is now being co-adopted by DSA with varying weight requirements. Wall, Roof or Floor Hung Equipment requirements added by both DSA and OSHPD.
1617A.1.27 and 1617A.1.28
Clarification added that minimum horizontal acceleration requirement is an allowable stress design load.

Chapter 17 – Special Inspections and Tests
Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
1705.3.9 (formerly 1705.19) Shotcrete and 1705.3.9.1 (formerly 1705.19.1) Visual examination for structural soundness of in-place shotcrete Existing amendments about shotcrete inspections and tests relocated to Section 1705.3 that addresses concrete construction.

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ICC deleted requirements for shotcrete from the model code Section 1908 as they are now incorporated in referenced standard ACI 318-19, so OSHPD added new section 1705.3.9.1 to incorporate requirements previously located in an amendment to Section 1908A.10.2 and model code Sections 1908.4.1 and 1908.5.

Chapter 17A – Special Inspections and Tests
Division of the State Architect and
Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
1705A.3.9 (formerly 1705A.19) Shotcrete and 1705A.3.9.1 (former 1705A.19.1) Visual examination for structural soundness of in-place shotcrete Existing amendments about shotcrete inspections and tests relocated to Section 1705.3 that addresses concrete construction.
1705A.3.9.2 Preconstruction tests
ICC deleted requirements for shotcrete from the model code Section 1908 as they are now incorporated in referenced standard ACI 318-19, so OSHPD added new section 1705.3.9.1 to incorporate requirements previously located in amendment to Section 1908A.10.2 and model code Sections 1908.4.1 and 1908.5. 1705A.8.1 Micropile tests and 1705A.9.1 Helical pile tests Added preproduction and production load tests requirements. 1705A.13.5.2 Structural sealant glazing and 1705A.14.2.1 Structural sealant glazing testing
Added testing, manufacturer’s certification, and special inspection requirements.

Chapters 18 and 18A – Soils and Foundations
Division of the State Architect and
Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
Amendments regarding construction documentation, seismic designs of precast concrete piles and corrosion protection throughout Chapters 18 (OSHPD only) and 18A (OSHPD and DSA) are to correspond with revisions and updated references in model code regarding OSHPD and DSA occupancies and compliance to ACI 318 and ASCE 7.

Chapter 19 – Concrete
Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
1901.3.4 Tests for post-installed anchors in concrete and 1901.3.4.3 Test frequency
OSHPD 2A excluded from the scope of Section 1901.3.4. Exception added for OSHPD 2B to clarify that for in-state detention and correctional facilities, tension

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1905.1.7 ACI 318, Section 14.1.4
Amendment to ACI 318 has been revised to not permit plain concrete in place of required longitudinal reinforcing of footings in Seismic Design Categories D, E and F.
1908 Shotcrete
The model code has repealed all shotcrete requirements in favor of those contained in the new version of the adopted material standard ACI 318-19, so some amendments have been relocated to Section 1905 or 1705 and amendments were added to coordinate with the updated standards.

Division of the State Architect
1909.2.8 Flat wall insulating concrete form (ICF)
Amendment to facilitate the enforcement of code and industry standards where appropriate based on unique aspects of ICF construction. 1909.3 Modifications to ACI 318 and 1909.4 Shotcrete
Existing amendments revised as necessary to coordinate with the new version of the adopted material standard ACI 318-19. The 2021 IBC repealed shotcrete requirements in deference to requirements contained in the adopted material standard ACI 318-19, so continued DSA amendments associated with the repealed model code language are relocated to amend the applicable sections.

Chapter 19A – Concrete
Division of the State Architect and
Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
1903A.4 Flat wall insulating concrete form (ICF) systems Amendment to facilitate the enforcement of code and industry standards where appropriate based on unique aspects of ICF construction (DSA only). 1905A.1.3 ACI 318, Section 9.6.1.3
Amendment to allow the minimum steel reinforcement limit given in the adopted material standard ACI 318-19 to apply to foundation members resisting seismic loads designed for load combinations, including the overstrength factor.

Sections 1905A.1.15, 1905A.1.16, 1908A
The 2021 IBC has repealed shotcrete requirements in deference to requirements contained in the adopted material standard ACI 318-19 so continued DSA amendments associated with the repealed model code language are relocated to amend the applicable sections.

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Exception added for OSHPD 4 to clarify that in state detention and correctional facilities, tension testing is not required for post-installed anchors used for attaching nonstructural components under certain circumstances (OSHPD only).

Chapter 21 – Masonry
California Energy Commission
2109.2.4.8.2 Vapor permeance
Amendment added with specific reference to Table 1202.3.1 to distinguish between climate zones identified in ICC model codes and climate zones identified in the California Energy Code.

Division of the State Architect
2115 Additional requirements for community colleges
Existing amendments in sections 2115.5, 2115.6, 2115.7 and 2115.9 revised as necessary to align with changes DSA and OSHPD made in sections 2104A.3, 2105A.2 and 2106A.1, and changes OSHPD made in 2104.2, 2105.2 and 2106.1. All the above-mentioned amendments in Chapters 21 and 21A have been made to provide better clarity and alignment with TMS 402/602.

Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
Sections 2101, 2103, 2104, 2105, 2106, 2107 and 2108
Added a new occupancy classification OSHPD 2B to address skilled nursing and intermediate care facilities to distinguish application to care facilities other than OSHPD 2A regarding grout pours, approved masonry admixtures and quality assurance measures. Revisions also made to the existing amendments to provide better clarity and alignment with TMS 402/602.
2103.4 Metal reinforcement and accessories
Amendment added clarifying that unidentified reinforcement also includes bar reinforcement without mill certification.
2103.5 Air entrainment
Amendment repealing the use of air-entraining materials or air-entraining admixtures in masonry grout.

Chapter 21A – Masonry
Division of the State Architect and
Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
2103A.4 Metal reinforcement and accessories
Amendment added clarifying that unidentified reinforcement also includes bar reinforcement without mill certification.

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21 2103A.5 Air entrainment
Amendment repealing the use of air-entraining materials or air-entraining admixtures in masonry grout.
2104A Construction, 2105A Quality assurance, 2106A Seismic design, 2107A Allowable stress design and 2108A Strength design of masonry Revisions to existing amendments including relocation to other sections that modify associated sections in TMS 402 and 602 and adding amendments to provide better clarity and alignment with the referenced standards.

California Energy Commission
2109.2.4.8.2 Vapor permeance. Exception
Amendment to distinguish between climate zones identified in ICC model codes and climate zones identified in the California Energy Code, and to cross-reference Table 1202.3.1 that describes the differences between these codes.

Chapter 24 – Glass and Glazing
Division of the State Architect and
Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
2410 Structural sealant glazing (SSG)
OSHPD 2A facilities excluded from the scope of Section 2410. 2410.1.2 Testing and inspection
In Item 1, the reference to ASCE 7 Section 13.5.9.2 is removed for clarity, as the language contradicts the requirements of Item 1 by allowing engineering analysis in lieu of testing. DSA added an exception to reduce testing requirements for Risk Category I, II, and III buildings within DSA-SS and DSA-SS/CC authority where the prevention of glass fallout is not dependent on the structural sealant in two-sided configurations.

Chapter 25 – Gypsum Board, Gypsum Panel Products and Plaster California Energy Commission
2510.6.3 California Energy Code and International Energy Conservation Code Climate Zones
Amendment with reference to Table 1202.3.1 pertaining water-resistive barriers and applicability of climate zone criteria to distinguish between climate zones identified in ICC model codes and climate zones identified in the California Energy Code.

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22 Chapter 27 – Electrical
State Fire Marshal
Section 2702 Emergency and Standby Power Systems
[F] 2702.1.2 Fuel-line piping protection
Added new Group I-2 occupancies having occupied floors located more than 75 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access to the section.

Chapter 31 – Special Construction
California Building Standards Commission
3109.2 California swimming pool safety act (statewide)
Amended to reflect Senate Bill 1078, Statutes of 2018.

Department of Housing and Community Development
3115 Intermodal Shipping Containers, Exception 5
Adopted IBC Section 3115 and added an amendment to clarify that the use of shipping containers constructed or converted off-site that qualify as Factory-built Housing pursuant to HSC Section 19971 or Commercial Modular(s) pursuant to HSC Section 18001.8, must be approved by HCD.

State Fire Marshal
3111.3.5 Elevated photovoltaic (PV) support structures and 3111.3.5.1 PV panels installed over open grid framing or non-combustible deck Amendment establishing appropriate fire testing and listing criteria for overhead photovoltaic (PV) support structures that could have people or vehicles in the space beneath them.

Division of the State Architect
3115 Intermodal shipping containers
Added regulations regarding the use of shipping containers.

Chapter 31B – Public Swimming Pools
Department of Housing and Community Development
Chapter 31B Public swimming pools
Adopted as applicable to swimming pools which are permanent accessory structures in Mobilehome Parks (MHP) and Special Occupancy Parks (SOP). The adoption provides health and safety standards similar to those for public pools outside of MHPs and SOPs.

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23 Chapter 35 – Referenced Standards
Division of the State Architect and
Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
Amendments to update the edition of various referenced standards including but not limited to AAMA 501.4, AAMA 501.6, ACI 355.2 and ACI 355.4. Add amendment to adopt Supplements 2 and 3, in addition to Supplement 1 of ASCE/SEI 7-16. Add amendments to adopt 506.4R-94 and 506.6T-17 for facilities within OSHPD authority.

State Fire Marshal
ASTM F2374 Standard Practice for Design, Manufacture, Operation, and Maintenance of Inflatable Amusement Devices
Added provisions for inflatable amusement devices.

Several updates to NFPA referenced standards including NFPA 10-21, 13-22, 13D22, 13R-22, 24-19, 37-18, 54-18, 72-22, 111-19, 130-20, 289-19, 502-20 to follow 2021 IBC model code revisions and to align with state laws and regulations based on California specific topographical, climatic and geological issues.

NFPA 13-22 Installation of Sprinkler Systems
Corrections made to the referenced standard to resolve conflicts in requirements for positive alarm features and pre-signaling devices in I-2 and R2.1 occupancies affected by CBC Section 1008.3.2 regarding signaling delay issues and emergency power and egress illumination.

NFPA 45-19 is deleted since it conflicts with CFC regulations.

NFPA 72-22 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
Corrections made to the referenced standard to resolve conflicts in requirements for positive alarm features and pre-signaling devices in I-2 and R2.1 occupancies affected by CBC Section 1008.3.2 regarding signaling delay issues and emergency power and egress illumination.

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24 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE – PART 2.5
Chapter 1 – Scope and Application
Building Standards Commission
R105.5.1 [Permit] Expiration
New section changed permit expiration from 180 days to 12 months. Includes a provision stipulating that every permit shall remain valid if the work on the site authorized by the permit is commenced within 12 months after its issuance. This amendment also allows for permit extensions; the exception being when the work authorized by the permit is determined to have been abandoned. The new code language reflects statutory requirements in Assembly Bill 2913 (Statutes of 2018), which became operative January 1, 2019 and amended Health and Safety Code (HSC) Section 18938.5(b)(2)(B) and added HSC Section 18938.6 to Building Standards Law.

CBSC Information Bulletin 19-03 regarding permit expiration dates was issued May 23, 2019 to local building departments, state agencies and CBSC interested parties.

State Fire Marshal

1.11.1 Specified State-occupied Buildings
New definition with 11 criteria has been added in response to Senate Bill 85 (Chapter 31, Statutes of 2019) that required the State Fire Marshal to provide a more accurate definition.

Chapter 2 – Definitions
State Fire Marshal
Added new DEFINITIONS to support 2022 code changes: Child Care; Exterior Wall Assembly; Exterior Wall Covering; Inflatable Amusement Device; Photovoltaic (PV) Panel System, Ground Mounted; Photovoltaic (PV) Support Structure, Elevated; Toddler; Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI).

Chapter 3 – Building Planning
Department of Housing and Community Development
R301.2.2.10 Anchorage of water heaters
Repealed model code language about seismic design categories and replace references to IRC sections not adopted in California with reference to CPC.

R320.2 Live/work units
Amendment to correct references to CBC Chapters 11A and 11B for accessibility requirements.

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25 R327 Aging-in-place design and fall prevention
Added new section that replaces IRC Section 327, Swimming Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs. Added to address specific aging-in-place design elements in new residential construction to facilitate access to operational features and to allow people to stay longer in their homes as they age.

State Fire Marshal
R310.1 Emergency escape and rescue opening required
Repealed language that conflicts with the CFC and California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Public Safety.

R313.3.2 Sprinklers
Amended existing California amendment to add dry pipe sprinkler.

R324.8 Elevated photovoltaic (PV) support structures, R324.8.1 and R324.8.2 Added new sections to establish appropriate fire testing and listing criteria for overhead photovoltaic (PV) support structures that could have people or vehicles in the space beneath them.

Figure R328.8.1 ESS vehicle impact protection
Added to illustrate the zones in which a typical residential garage Energy Storage System (ESS) installation would trigger the need for impact protection.

R328.8.2 Other locations subject to vehicle impact
Added to address other-than-garage locations that may also have vehicle access, such as residential driveways, and allows some flexibility to the AHJ and installer for larger, non-typical, or custom residential garages where the normal path of vehicle travel falls outside of the area defined in R328.8.1.

R328.8.3 Impact protection options
Added to define an impact protection area and set the expectation that the barriers are intended to deflect, resist or visually deter an impact. This language matches Section 312.3 in the IFC.

R336.2. Health and Safety Code Section 1597.46
Amendment to comply with changes made to the California Health and Safety Code (HSC) by Senate Bill 234 (Chapter 244, Statutes of 2019) regarding large family day-care homes. The revised HSC Section 1597.46 is printed in this section.

R336.6 Compliance
The paragraph regarding enforcement of HSC Sections 13145 and 13146 is repealed to comply with SB 234 (Chapter 244, Statutes of 2019).

R337.2 Definitions
APPLICABLE BUILDING Added to define an applicable building relative to the regulations of Chapter 7A.

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26 EXTERIOR WALL ASSEMBLY and EXTERIOR WALL COVERING Added to distinguish between different exterior wall products in Section 707 of the California Building Code.

FIRE PROTECTION PLAN Modified existing definition to provide a reference pointer to CFC Chapter 49 for Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Fire Area requirements.

FIRE-RESISTANT VEGETATION Add new definition of plants less likely to ignite, contribute heat or spread flame. Also provides a list of resources for more information about these types of plants.

IGNITION-RESISTANT MATERIAL Revised because SFM Standard 12-7A-5 has been repealed and rendered obsolete.

LOCAL AGENCY VERY HIGH FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONE Repealed existing definition.

R337.6.2.1 Off ridge and ridge vents
Repealed language regarding vents mounted on a vertical surface that has been incorporated into CBC Section 706A.2 requirements. The new language in R337.6.2.1 allows for a compliance path for off ridge and ridge vents to be used in the wildland urban interface, with protections against ember intrusion.

R337.7.3 Exterior wall coverings and R337.7.3.1 Exterior wall assembly Separated into two sections.

R337.7.4 Exterior wall assemblies and R337.7.4.1 Conditions of acceptance when tested in accordance with ASTM E2707
Revised language to clarify that the fire resistance rating for the newly defined “exterior wall assemblies” is consistent with exterior wall coverings in Section R337.7.3.

R337.10.4 Roof construction
Revised language to clarify that when an accessory building is required to be constructed of noncombustible materials or of ignition-resistant materials, its roof must meet Class A fire rating.

Chapter 4 – Foundations
Department of Housing and Community Development
R408.3 Unvented crawl space
Repealed amendment regarding crawl space perimeter wall insulation and reference to the California Energy Code.

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27 California Energy Commission
R408.8 Under-floor vapor retarder
New Note with a specific reference to Table R702.7(5) in this section regarding the applicability of vapor retarders and insulation with respect to the difference between climate zones identified in ICC model codes and climate zones identified in the California Energy Code.

Chapter 7 – Wall Covering
Department of Housing and Community Development
R702.7.1 Class III vapor retarders
Repealed amendments pertaining to the California Climate Zones relative to vapor retarders for interior wall coverings. The California Energy Commission amended sections specific to climate zones in CRC Chapters 4, 7, 8, and Appendix AS and in the California Energy Code.

California Energy Commission
R702.7.2 California Energy Code and International Energy Conservation Code Climate Zones.

New section with a specific reference to Table R702.7(5) pertaining to the use spray foam plastic insulation and the difference between the applicability of climate zones identified in ICC model codes and the climate zones identified in the California Energy Code.

Table R702.7(5) IECC vs. California Energy Code Climate Zone Comparison New Table depicting specific differences between climate zones identified in ICC model codes and climate zones identified in the California Energy Code.

Chapter 8 – Roof-Ceiling Construction
California Energy Commission
R806 Roof Ventilation, Note
Informational Note added to the section with specific reference to Table R702.7(5) regarding the applicability of energy efficiency measures and to reinforce the difference between climate zones identified in ICC model codes and climate zones identified in the California Energy Code.

State Fire Marshal
R806.1.1 Vents in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI)
Amended to ensure that where vents are provided in WUI areas, they are required to be protected from the intrusion of burning embers and flame.

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28 Chapter 9 – Roof Assemblies
State Fire Marshal
R902.1.2 Roof coverings within state responsibility areas This existing amendment is repealed to correlate with CBC Chapters 7A and 15 for roof coverings in WUI areas.

Chapter 44 – Referenced Standards
State Fire Marshal
ASTM F2374
Added to address safety requirements for inflatable amusement devices also known as “bounce houses,” and to correlate with the type of devices covered by IFC requirements.

UL 9540-2020
Modifies the existing standard. The second edition of UL 9540 has new requirements that limit the maximum energy capacity of individual nonresidential electrochemical Energy Storage Systems (ESS) to 50 kWh with certain exceptions.

UL 9540A-Edition 4 2019
Modified the existing California amendment to correlate with other updates and new regulations regarding battery ESS.

Appendix AS – Strawbale Construction
California Energy Commission
Appendix AS – Strawbale Construction
Informational Note added to the appendix title heading with specific reference to Table R702.7(5) regarding the applicability of energy efficiency measures and to reinforce the difference between climate zones identified in ICC model codes and climate zones identified in the California Energy Code.

Department of Housing and Community Development
Amended this appendix to repeal references to climate zones and the California Energy Code.

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29 Appendix AX
Building Standards Commission
Swimming Pool Safety Act
Amended the note under the title to reflect this law is mandatory, not optional for local adoption. To align with the CBC, Chapter 31, Appendix AX section numbers were reformatted to reflect the numbering used in HSC 115920 through 115929.

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30 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE – PART 3
California Energy Commission
Sections of the California Electrical Code were amended by CEC to assist code users by identifying additional applicable energy efficiency-based electrical requirements in the California Energy Code that are applicable to the following systems:
• Electrical power distribution systems.
• Panelboards in single-family and multifamily buildings • Heat pump water heaters, electric cooktops, electric clothes dryers and their electric readiness in single-family and multifamily buildings • Electrical requirements for energy storage systems (ESS) and their electric readiness in multifamily buildings
Part 3 Chapter Sections
Chapter 1 89.101.8.2
Chapter 4 408.2(A), 408.2(B), 422.3(A),
422.3(B), 440.3(E), 440.3(F)
Chapter 7 706.10
Housing and Community Development

90.2 Scope
New amendment to avoid conflict with text in Section 89.101.3.3 regarding installations in ships, watercraft other than floating dwelling units, railway rolling stock, aircraft, automotive vehicles, commercial coaches, mobile homes and recreational vehicles.

State Fire Marshal
620.71 Guarding Equipment
Repealed California amendment that prohibited the installation of an elevator motor controller and/or motion controller in the hoistway.

Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
110.2 Approval
Defined new requirements for equipment that must be satisfied in order to be approved by OSHPD for use.
110.26 Spaces About Electrical Equipment. (C) Entrance to and Egress from Working Space. (3) Personnel Doors
Amendment to reference the CBC for additional exit door requirements for electrical equipment room rated 800-amperes or more.

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31 404.4 Damp or Wet Locations. (C) Switches in Tub or Shower Spaces Amendment to reduce the restriction distance for the installation of receptacles from five feet to three feet horizontally. This aligns with model code language in Section 406.9(C).
517.30 Sources of Power. (B) Types of Power Sources. (3) Battery Systems Amendment to allow battery systems to be used as an alternate power source. 517.32 Branches Requiring Automatic Connection. (A) Life Safety and Critical Branch Used in a Type 1 EES
Restore the 10-second restoration time for Type 1 life safety and critical branches. 517.34 Critical Branch. (A) Task Illumination, Fixed Equipment, and Selected Receptacles
Amendment for imaging equipment used for diagnostic services of emergency/trauma patients to be powered by the critical branch or equipment branch.
517.44 Connection to Equipment Branch. (B) Delayed Automatic or Manual Connection to the Equipment Branch. 517.44.1 [OSHPD 2, 4 & 5] Connection to Equipment Branch
Amendment to restore the requirement that Type 2 EES equipment branch load listed in Section 517.44(A) must automatically restore to operation at appropriate time-lag intervals following the energization of the life safety branch. 517.123 [OSHPD 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5] Call Systems
(A) General. Added references to the CBC’s applicable sections for nurse call systems.
(C) Bath Stations. Changed the mounting height requirements for nurse call system “bath station” devices located at the patient toilets.
700.12 General Requirements. (C) Storage Battery
Amendment to require a storage battery system used as an alternate power source to have the equivalent capacity and operating duration as an equivalent generator set operating on an on-site fuel supply.

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32 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE – PART 4
Chapter 1 – Scope and Application
Building Standards Commission
104.4.3.1 Expiration
New section changed permit expiration from 180 days to 12 months. Includes a provision stipulating that every permit shall remain valid if the work on the site authorized by the permit is commenced within 12 months after its issuance. This amendment also allows for permit extensions; the exception being when the work authorized by the permit is determined to have been abandoned. The new code language reflects statutory requirements in Assembly Bill 2913 (Chapter 655, Statutes of 2018), which became operative January 1, 2019 and amended Health and Safety Code (HSC) Section 18938.5(b)(2)(B) and added HSC Section 18938.6 to Building Standards Law.

CBSC Information Bulletin 19-03 regarding permit expiration dates was issued May 23, 2019 to local building departments, state agencies and CBSC interested parties.

State Fire Marshal

1.11.4.4 Fire Clearance Preinspection and 1.11.4.5 Care Facilities Updated to meet Health and Safety Code Section 13244 and to align with other parts of Title 24 regarding fee structures for Fire Clearance Pre-inspection and Care Facilities.

1.11.6 Certificate of Occupancy
Updated to correlate with the requirements for certificate of occupancy in the CBC.

California Energy Commission
Section 1.1.8 California Energy Code Requirements for Locally Adopted Energy Standards
Amendment clarifies that “local jurisdictions that adopt changes to energy conservation or insulation standards (including energy efficiency measures) may not enforce such changes until the California Energy Commission has made the findings required by Public Resources Code Section 25402.1(h)(2), following the process specified in Section 10-106 of the California Administrative Code.”

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33 Chapter 2 – Definitions
Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
228.0 Z
ZONE [OSHPD 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5]
New code section has been added. OSHPD has added the definition of Zone to OSHPD 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 to specify the meaning of this term within Part 4 and reduce confusion.

Chapter 3 – General Regulations
Department of Housing and Community Development
311.2 Air Filters
Repealed amendment in the exceptions referencing the California Energy Code, since the California Energy Commission included this amendment in their rulemaking.

California Energy Commission
Section 311.5 California Energy Code Requirements for Residential Air Filtration
New code section added pointers specifying requirements for outdoor air delivery to occupied spaces where specified in California Energy Code Sections 150.0(m)12 and 160.2(b).

Chapter 4 – Ventilation Air
Building Standards Commission
402.1 Occupiable Spaces
Repealed amendment in the exceptions referencing the California Energy Code, since the California Energy Commission included this amendment in their rulemaking.

Department of Housing and Community Development
405.3 Bathroom Exhaust
Amendment providing a reference pointer to CALGreen (Part 11 of Title 24), Division

4.5, Environmental Quality.

Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
407.5.1.3 Variable Air Volume
Amendment clarifies that spaces with pressure requirements per Table 4-A shall utilize an automatic modulating damper in the return or exhaust air for each space and that the damper will modulate from full open to minimum position in conjunction with the supply air VAV terminal equipment.

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34 407.6 Economizers
New code section requires that systems with economizers shall include modulating relief and/or return fans to ensure compliance with the pressure requirements of spaces listed in Table 4-A.
420.0 Air Distribution Devices [OSHPD 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5]
New code section requires all air distribution devices and supply air outlets meet ASHRAE 170-2013, Section 6.7.2 and Table 6.7.2. This is consistent with other regulations that address prevention measures to abate disease-causing microorganisms within mechanical systems.

Chapter 6 – Duct systems
Department of Housing and Community Development
601.2 Sizing Requirements
Repealed amendment in the exceptions referencing the California Energy Code, since the California Energy Commission included this amendment in their rulemaking 603.10.1.1 Duct Leakage Tests for Residential Buildings Repealed amendment in the exceptions referencing the California Energy Code, since the California Energy Commission included this amendment in their rulemaking.

California Energy Commission
Section 601.2.1 California Energy Code Residential Return Duct Sizing Requirements
New code section applicable to new construction and alterations with pointers to California Energy Code Tables 150.0-B and 150.0-C to specify return duct sizing requirements for single return and multiple return duct systems, respectively. 603.9.2.1 Duct Leakage Tests for Buildings that Meet Air Distribution System Duct Leakage Sealing Criteria in Title 24, Part 6
New code section with pointers to the California Energy Code applicable to singlefamily and multifamily buildings, hotels/motels and nonresidential buildings.

Chapter 9 – Installation of Specific Appliances
Department of Housing and Community Development
911.2.2 In Manufactured Homes and 912.1 1 Prohibited Installations and Exception
HCD does not adopt model code sections 911.2.2 and 912.1.1 to avoid possible conflict and to properly align with CCR, Title 25, and HSC Section 18025 regarding references and standards incorporated by reference for construction of manufactured homes, including decorative gas appliances for installation in fireplaces. HCD has reserved these sections accordingly.

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35 Chapter 11 – Refrigeration
State Fire Marshal
1104.6 Applications for Human Comfort and for Nonindustrial Occupancies Exceptions 1 and 2 added to allow the use of A2L refrigerant in specific selfcontained factory sealed air conditioning units.

Chapter 12 – Hydronics
Department of Housing and Community Development
1217.5.2 Insulation, 1217.7 Wall and Ceiling Panels and 1220.4.5 Insulation HCD repealed amendments in the exceptions referencing the California Energy Code, since the California Energy Commission included this amendment in their rulemaking for insulation requirements for concrete radiant flooring heated slabs, pipe insulation, and concrete snow melt heated slab floors.

California Energy Commission
1217.7.1 California Energy Code Pipe Insulation Requirements New code section to reference the California Energy Code Sections 150.0(j)2 and 120.3(c) for pipe insulation requirements based on fluid temperature and pipe diameter. Also, where California Energy Code Table 120.3-A specifies insulation greater than R-12, the higher value is required.
1220.4.5.1 California Energy Code Insulation Requirements for Heated Slab Floors
New code section to reference the California Energy Code Section 110.8(g) and Table 110.8-A for additional insulation requirements for heated slab floors. Also, a higher level of insulation is required for Climate Zone 16, and more detailed requirements for installing insulation are specified in all climate zones.

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36 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE – PART 5
Chapter 1 – Scope and Application
Building Standards Commission
R105.5.1 [Permit] Expiration
New section changed permit expiration from 180 days to 12 months. Includes a provision stipulating that every permit shall remain valid if the work on the site authorized by the permit is commenced within 12 months after its issuance. This amendment also allows for permit extensions; the exception being when the work authorized by the permit is determined to have been abandoned. The new code language reflects statutory requirements in Assembly Bill 2913 (Chapter 655, Statutes of 2018), which became operative January 1, 2019 and amended Health and Safety Code (HSC) Section 18938.5(b)(2)(B) and added HSC Section 18938.6 to Building Standards Law.

CBSC Information Bulletin 19-03 regarding permit expiration dates was issued May 23, 2019 to local building departments, state agencies and CBSC interested parties Chapter 4 – Plumbing Fixtures and Fixture Fittings
Building Standards Commission
412.1.4.1 Nonwater Urinals with Drain Cleansing Action
Changed the term from “Urinals, Hybrid.”
Building Standards Commission and Division of the State Architect Table 4-1 Occupant Load Factor
Co-adopted with BSC, who made the changes during the 2019 Intervening Code Adoption Cycle.
422.1 Fixture count and Table 422.1
Co-adopted with BSC to permit an alternate Table 4-1 (replaced Table A) as an exception which can be used if the jurisdiction has adopted it. In the 2019 edition of the CPC, DSA inadvertently omitted the language. DSA co-adopted the BSC amendment in the statement at the top of Table 422.1 to allow usage of Table 4-1 as an alternate for calculations.

Table A/Table 4-1
Table A is superseded by Table 4-1 which incorporates numerous additions, deletions and revisions for determining plumbing fixture count minimums.

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37 California Energy Commission
401 General
Amended to prevent confusion regarding the interaction between standards for plumbing fixtures and fittings subject to regulation as water-using appliances, and standards for plumbing systems specified in adopted model code language.

Chapters 5 and 6 – Water Heaters and Water Supply and Distribution California Energy Commission
501 General and 609.12 Residential Fire Sprinkler Systems Amended to assist readers of the CPC by identifying additional energy efficiency requirements applicable to water heating systems and pipe insulation.

Chapter 6 – Water Supply and Distribution
State Fire Marshal
612.2 through 612.7.2 Water Supply and Distribution
Removed residential fire sprinkler systems from California Plumbing Code, and comply with California Residential Code and California Fire Code.

Chapter 13 – Health Care Facilities and Medical Gas and Vacuum Systems Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
1304.1.1 [OSHPD 1, 1R, 2, 3, 4 & 5]
Added a reference to the California Fire Code Chapter 80. 1304.1.2 [OSHPD 1, 1R, 2, 3, 4 & 5]
New exception that a medical gas source system serving only an OSHPD 1R or 3 building may be located within it.

Chapter 15 – Alternate Water Sources for Nonpotable Applications Department of Water Resources
1505.1 General
Amended this section to clarify the applicability of Section 1505 to landscape irrigation systems using recycled water.
1505.4 Connections to Potable or Recycled Water Supply Systems – Exception (4)
Added an exception for the use of a swivel ell or changeover device to supply potable water to a dual-plumbed system during an interruption in recycled water service.

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38 Chapter 17 – Referenced Standards
Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
Table 1701.1
Added ANSI/AAMI reference standard for water treatment equipment for hemodialysis applications.

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39 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE – PART 6
Please visit the California Energy Commission’s website for Part 6 updates. energy.ca.gov/programs-and-topics/programs/building-energy-efficiencystandards/online-resource-center/overview

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40 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE – PART 9
Overview
State Fire Marshal
The Office of the State Fire Marshal (SFM) has authority for the building standards in the California Fire Code (CFC). Unless otherwise noted, all updates noted in this section were made by SFM.

The bulk of amendments regarding Energy Storage Systems (ESS) occur in Chapters 1, 2, 9, 12 and Chapter 80, Referenced Standards. SFM repealed California ESS Intervening Code Adoption Cycle amendments and definitions that were early adopted ICC provisions in the 2019 Intervening Code Adoption Cycle, then adopted and replaced with unamended 2021 International Code Council (ICC) model code provisions in several chapters.

The bulk of amendments regarding Type IV construction—tall wood/mass timber and cross-laminated timber—occur in Chapter 7 Section 701.6, Chapter 9 Section 914.3.1.2, and Chapter 33 Section 3303.5, based on changes in model code. SFM repealed California tall wood/mass timber amendments that were early-adopted ICC provisions in the 2019 Intervening Code Cycle, then adopted and replaced with unamended 2021 ICC model code provisions.

Part 9 Chapter Sections
Chapter 2 202 Definitions
MASS TIMBER (CA amended defined term remains)
Chapter 7 Section 701 General
701.6 Owners responsibility (Updated model code
references)
Chapter 9 Section 914 Fire Protection Based on Special Detailed Requirements of Use and Occupancy
914.3.1.2 Water supply to required fire pumps. (CA
amendment remains)
Chapter 33 Section 3303 Owners Responsibility for Fire Protection. 3303.5 (Adopted model code section and repealed
California Section 3308.9)
Chapter 1 – Scope and Application
Building Standards Commission
R105.5.1 [Permit] Expiration
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41 amendment also allows for permit extensions; the exception being when the work authorized by the permit is determined to have been abandoned. The new code language reflects statutory requirements in Assembly Bill 2913 (Chapter 655, Statutes of 2018), which became operative January 1, 2019 and amended Health and Safety Code (HSC) Section 18938.5(b)(2)(B) and added HSC Section 18938.6 to Building Standards Law.

CBSC Information Bulletin 19-03 regarding permit expiration dates was issued May 23, 2019 to local building departments, state agencies and CBSC interested parties.

State Fire Marshal

1.11.1 Scope Specified state-occupied buildings
New definition with 11 criteria has been added in response to Senate Bill 85 (Chapter 31, Statutes of 2019) that required the State Fire Marshal to provide a more accurate definition.

1.11.6 Certificate of Occupancy
Amendment referencing CBC Section 105.2 to clarify work exempt from permitting requirements.
105.6.53 Lithium batteries
Amendment to require an operational permit for an accumulation of more than 15 cubic feet of lithium-ion and lithium metal batteries and storage shall comply with new amendments in CFC Section 322.

Chapter 2 – Definitions
CHILD CARE Added a new defined term for child care that is consistent with Title 22 (Social Security) of the California Code of Regulations.

DAY-CARE Amended the defined term day-care to specify the time period for the care of persons is not to exceed 24 hours, and is to be consistent with Title 22.

INFLATABLE AMUSEMENT DEVICE New defined term to specify characteristics of inflatable structures that need to be properly constructed and anchored.

MOBILE FOOD PREPARATION VEHICLES Repealed this term to align with California Code of Regulations Title 25, Housing and Community Development. See Chapter 3 changes below.

PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) PANEL SYSTEM, GROUND-MOUNTED New defined term to be consistent with references in CBC Chapters 16 and 31, CRC Chapter 3 and CFC Chapter 12.

PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) SUPPORT STRUCTURE, ELEVATED New defined term for an elevated PV support structure designed with useable space underneath intended for secondary use such as providing shade for motor vehicle parking. Requirements for installation are addressed in CBC Chapters 15 and 16.

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42 TODDLER New defined term to align with the legal definition of toddlers from Health and Safety Code Section 1596.55. By distinguishing age differences, officials will be able to classify the related occupancies based on social services’ classifications used for licensing.

Chapter 3 – General Regulations
User Note, Section 301.2 Permits and Section 319 Mobile Food Preparation Vehicles
Repealed model code and references to mobile food vehicles throughout the code to address concerns regarding conflicting jurisdiction requirements between Title 25 and the CFC.

Section 322 Storage of Lithium-ion and Lithium Metal Batteries Adopted new section to address safety requirements, as well as associated sections in Chapter 4 below.

Chapter 4 – Emergency Planning and Preparedness
403.10.6 Lithium-ion and lithium metal batteries and 403.10.6.1 Mitigation planning
Amendments in these sections address fire safety and emergency action regarding battery storage and mitigation planning in the event of thermal runaway.

Chapter 9 – Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems
Amendments in this chapter address nearly every subsection regarding every occupancy and SFM application.

SFM repealed several California amendments and adopted 2021 IFC model code language for automatic sprinkler systems, energy storage systems, explosion control, venting, and gas detection systems.

Major amendments were made to requirements for compliance with updated NFPA 72 standards in model code regarding solar photovoltaic power systems, portable fire extinguishers and gas detection systems.
907.2.6.4 Group I-4
New section to include the intent of the smoke detection requirements for Group I-4 occupancies with a reference to Section 436.1.
907.2.11.8 Specific location requirements
Modified to address the references based on changes to both the NFPA 72 Standard

29.11.3.4, and the model code regarding smoke alarms and smoke detection systems.

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43 913.1 General
Amend the exception for automatic sprinkler pumps to correlate with the California Residential Code section R313.

Chapter 10 – Means of Egress
1032.2.1.2 Maintenance and 1032.2.1.3 Examination
Adjustments and revisions to address maintenance requirements for fire escapes that have been relocated to Section 1032.

Chapter 12 – Energy Systems
Sections 1202, 1203, 1204, 1205, 1206 and 1207
Repealed, renumbered, amended and carried forward existing amendments in Chapter 12 to adopt updated 2021 IFC model code language. 1207.11.7 through 1207.11.7.3
Section 1207.11.7
Amendments regarding specific appliances, ESS equipment and devices that need protection from impact in a clearly defined area in residential garages and carports.

Figure 1207.11.7.1
Added to illustrate the zones in which a typical residential garage ESS installation would trigger the need for impact protection, following prescriptive barrier and post designs.

Chapter 31 – Tents, Temporary Special Event Structures and Other Membrane Structures
3101.1 Scope
Carried forward existing amendments and added new amendment regarding temporary structures, water filled vessels and inflatable amusement devices. 3103.8.2 Location
Repealed the reference to Title 19 regulations regarding vehicle parking near tents. 3103.9.1 Water Filled Vessels
Amendment requiring the tent manufacturer to provide the documentation permitting use of water filled vessels for anchoring and securing their tents.

Section 3106 Inflatable Amusement Devices
Amendment requiring basic design and safety criterion in accordance with ASTM F2374 for inflatable amusement devices also known as “bounce houses.” Chapter 38 – Higher Education Laboratories
IFC Chapter 38 is omitted in its entirety to correlate with the California Building Code and amendments regarding the Group L occupancy.

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44 Chapter 49 – Requirements for Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Fire Areas The WUI amendments to the CFC were developed through the Office of the State Fire Marshal WUI task group and collaboration with local fire departments, state agencies, building industry, testing labs, and stakeholders.

The user note under the Chapter 49 title is added to give the code user a general understanding and background information on the development process of the regulations and their application.
4902 Definitions
FIRE-RESISTANT VEGETATION New definition of plants less likely to ignite, contribute heat or spread flame. Also provides a list of resources for more information about these types of plants.

LOCAL RESPONSIBILITY AREA (LRA) Amended to be consistent with language used in rest of the WUI regulations.
4903 Plans
Added to grant authority to local fire officials to require building owners to provide a fire protection plan to mitigate the wildfire hazards that may exist based on a projectspecific wildfire hazard assessment that includes considerations of location, topography, aspect, and climatic and fire history.

The fire protection plan shall address fire department access, egress, road and address signage, water supply, fuel reduction and defensible space requirements in accordance with the California Public Resources Code.
4904.3 Local Agency Requirements
New amendment establishes requirements for local agencies to provide information to the public regarding the identification of very high fire hazard severity zones (VHFHSZ) within a 30-day period. Other new requirements in this subsection address local agency responsibilities and duties to develop fire severity zone maps accessible to the general public, as well as requirements to designate by ordinance VHFHSZ.

Section 4906 Vegetation Management
New amendments in this section include additional requirements for the development, identification and maintenance of the vegetation management zones adjacent to structures, as well as design criteria for specific types of fire-resistant and non-fire-resistant vegetation.
4908 Fire Safe Development Regulations & Section 4909 Subdivision Review Survey
New code sections added to comply with AB 2911 (Chapter 641, Statutes of 2018) which requires a survey of local governments every five years to identify existing subdivisions in the state responsibility area (SRA) or VHFHSZ without a secondary egress route. Subsections authorize the Board of Forestry and SFM-specified local

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4910 General Plan Safety Element
Added to comply with AB 2911 (Chapter 641, Statutes of 2018) which requires cities and counties to adopt a comprehensive general plan with various elements including a safety element for protection of the community from unreasonable risks associated with various hazards, including wildfires.

Chapter 80 – Referenced Standards
Amended several referenced standards to correlate with model code revisions and new California amendments.

ASTM F2374
Added regarding provisions for inflatable amusement devices.

Appendix P – Community Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Fire Hazard Evaluation Framework
Although SFM does not adopt Appendix P statewide in the California Fire Code, when adopted by local jurisdictions and fire districts, this appendix is meant to be a tool to enable communities to collect, assemble and represent the associated risks within a WUI fire area.

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46 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE – PART 10
Chapter 1 – Scope and Application
Building Standards Commission
R105.5.1 [Permit] Expiration
New section changed permit expiration from 180 days to 12 months. Includes a provision stipulating that every permit shall remain valid if the work on the site authorized by the permit is commenced within 12 months after its issuance. This amendment also allows for permit extensions; the exception being when the work authorized by the permit is determined to have been abandoned. The new code language reflects statutory requirements in Assembly Bill 2913 (Chapter 655, Statutes of 2018), which became operative January 1, 2019 and amended Health and Safety Code (HSC) Section 18938.5(b)(2)(B) and added HSC Section 18938.6 to Building Standards Law.

CBSC Information Bulletin 19-03 regarding permit expiration dates was issued May 23, 2019 to local building departments, state agencies and CBSC interested parties.

Division of the State Architect

1.9.2.1.4 Reference to other chapters and 1.9.2.2.4 Reference to other chapters Added to redirect references for public schools and community colleges to the applicable “A” chapters of the CBC.

State Fire Marshal

1.11.1 SFM—Office of the State Fire Marshal
Added a definition of Specified State-occupied Building.

1.11.4.4 Fire clearance preinspection and 1.11.4.5 Care facilities Update the fees that are charged for inspections to meet the requirements of Health and Safety Code Section 13244.

1.11.6 Certificate of Occupancy
Correlated the requirements for certificate of occupancy with the regulations in the California Building Code.

Chapter 2 – Definitions
Building Standards Commission and Division of the State Architect 202 General Definitions
Relocated existing definitions for BUILDING OFFICIAL and ENFORCEMENT AGENCY from Section 318.1 to Section 202.

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201 General
Adopted Section 201 (it was not adopted in 2019 CEBC).
201.3 Terms defined in other codes
Amended to reference applicable sections of the California Administrative Code (Part 1 of Title 24) where the definitions contained therein govern.

Chapter 3 – Provisions for All Compliance Methods
Building Standards Commission and Division of the State Architect Table 317.5 Minimum seismic design performance levels for structural and nonstructural components
Revised table footnote #2 and added footnote #3 to clarify that there are two alternate compliance paths in addition to the criteria presented in the table. 317.8 ASCE 41 Chapter 14
Coordinated with the latest version of referenced standard ASCE 41. 319.7 Prescriptive selection of the design method
Revised Subsection 319.7.2 to clarify the condition triggering Method B approach based on building irregularities.
319.10 Structural observation, testing and inspection
Revised the language to coordinate with associated regulations in Chapter 17 of the California Building Code and repeal redundant and/or contradictory regulations.

Building Standards Commission
318 Definitions
Relocated BUILDING OFFICIAL and ENFORCEMENT AGENCY definitions to Chapter 2 and repealed the rest of the definitions from Section 318.1 except ADDITION, ALTERATION, and REPAIR.

Division of the State Architect
318 Definitions
Relocated BUILDING OFFICIAL and ENFORCEMENT AGENCY definitions to Chapter 2 and repealed the rest of the definitions from Section 318.1 except for REPAIR. Added reference to applicable sections of California Administrative Code (Part 1), where the definitions contained therein govern. 319.1 Basis for evaluation and design
Revised Exception 2 to restore original intent and update for compatibility with current code adoption cycle. As originally authored, Exception 2 was intended to apply to the conversion of a nonconforming building to use as a school building in accordance with Section 4-307 of Part 1. It was not intended to apply to the rehabilitation of an

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48 existing school building when required by Section 4-309(c) of Part 1. Restored the phrase “as it was adopted by the governing jurisdiction” to make clear that the previous code is permitted to be used as originally applied rather than requiring compliance with its DSA-SS or DSA-SS/CC amendments (e.g., the “A” chapters). 321.2.3 Peer review
Added language to align with the current practice of review and approval by the California Geological Survey. This updates regulations to reflect the current requirements for seismic ground motion records used in time history analysis.

Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
Because several sections were added to the IEBC, OSHPD sections in Chapters 3 and 3A were relocated and renumbered.
312.3.3.2 (formerly 309.3.3.2) Psychiatric nursing service Amended existing language to replace 1224.31 with Section 1228 for psychiatric nursing service. Section 1224.31 applies to medical psychiatric services and is not acceptable for an OSHPD 1R building.
304A.3.4.5 (formerly 303A.3.4.5) SPC-4D using ASCE 41
Replaced entire section on seismic separations in ASCE 41-13 to be more consistent with the initial intent of the change and current inventory of SPC-3 and higher buildings, at the same time ensuring adequate level of safety from collapse of the adjacent building due to potential pounding impacts.
304A.3.5.9 ASCE 41 Section 8.4.2.3.2.1
Added new section for foundations modeled as a fixed base or a flexible base. 304A.3.5.13 ASCE 41 Section 10.12.3
Added new section to modify ASCE 41 Section 10.12.3 and provide a new exception to this section.

Chapter 5 – Prescriptive Compliance Method
Building Standards Commission
502.1 General
Repealed the language requiring Sections 502.4 and 503.3 be replaced by the requirements of Sections 317 through 322. Sections 502.4 and 503.3 have been adopted by BSC since 2016.

Chapter 16 – Referenced Standards
State Fire Marshal
Added amendments to the adopted and referenced NFPA 13R and NFPA 72 standards from the California Fire Code, so the same information is found in both codes.

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Adopted Supplement 3 of ASCE 7 in addition to Supplement 1, which is already adopted by the model code.

Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
Adopted ASCE 7-16 Supplement 3 for OSHPD 1, 1R, 2, 4 and 5. Adopt ASCE 41-17 Supplement 1 for OSHPD 1R, 2, 4 and 5.

Department of Housing and Community Development
HCD proposed editorial changes only with no intended change in regulatory effect, such as moving existing amendments following model code changes. Example: carbon monoxide alarm requirements were moved from Chapter 5 to Chapter 3.

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50 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE – PART 11
Chapter 2 – Definitions
Building Standards Commission (BSC), Division of the State Architect (DSA), Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD)
AUTOMATIC LOAD MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS – ALMS (BSC, DSA, HCD) Added to clarify the term as used within CALGreen and in the EV charging industry and refers to ALMS which is allowed for use by the California Electrical Code.

ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) CAPABLE SPACE (BSC, HCD, DSA) Added to clarify the term as used within CALGreen and in the EV charging industry and refers to a space which has capability or infrastructure to facilitate future EV charging.

ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) READY SPACE (HCD) Added to clarify the term as used within CALGreen and in the EV charging industry and refers to a space which is ready for EV charging and equipped with a receptacle or charger.

LEVEL 2 ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT (EVSE) (HCD) Added to residential sections of CALGreen and clarifies that the new term as used within Sections 4.106.4.2. and A4.106.8.2.1 refers a Level 2 EV charger and supporting electrical equipment.

LOW-POWER LEVEL 2 ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) CHARGING RECEPTACLE (HCD) Added to residential sections of CALGreen to clarify the electrical requirements for this type of receptacle as required in Sections 4.106.4.2.1 and

4.106.4.2.2.

ZERO-EMITTING AND HIGH-EFFICIENT VEHICLES (BSC, DSA) Amended from “Low-Emitting and Fuel-Efficient Vehicles” to “Zero-emitting and High-efficient Vehicles.” OFF-STREET LOADING SPACES (BSC, DSA) Added to align with the new code language for EV charging for medium-duty and heavy-duty vehicles.

NONWATER URINAL WITH DRAIN CLEANSING ACTION (BSC, HCD, DSA) Amended from “Urinal, Hybrid” to “Nonwater Urinal with Drain Cleansing Action” to align terminology with the California Plumbing Code; no change in regulatory effect.

Chapter 4 – Residential Mandatory Measures
Department of Housing and Community Development
HCD repealed various existing code sections and provisions to reformat, modify, and adopt new sections addressing EV charging for multifamily buildings, and hotels and motels.

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51 4.106.4 and subsections. EV charging for new construction Expanded EV charging requirements to installation of EV charging receptacles and EV chargers (EVSE).
• Modified Exception 1 to address situations in which there is no local utility power supply or when the local utility is unable to supply adequate power. • Repealed references to specific dollar amounts for exceptions due to variations in utility costs based upon locations.
• Included an exception related to adverse impact to construction cost of a project, similar to the provision for nonresidential EV charging.

4.106.4.2 New multifamily dwellings, hotels and motels and new residential parking facilities
New regulation to clarify that calculations for EV spaces are to be rounded up to the nearest whole number and EV spaces to be counted as parking spaces only for the purposes of meeting parking space requirements at the local level (Vehicle Code Section 22511.2).

4.106.4.2.1 Multifamily development projects with less than 20 dwelling units; and hotels and motels with less than 20 sleeping units or guest rooms New regulation requiring that ten percent of the total number of parking spaces on a building site support future Level 2 EVSE, the installation of EV ready spaces for twenty-five percent (25%) of the total number of parking spaces equipped with low power Level 2 EV charging receptacles, and clarification that no more than one receptacle must be installed per dwelling unit.

4.106.4.2.2 Multifamily development projects with 20 or more dwelling units, hotels and motels with 20 or more sleeping units or guest rooms New regulations requiring that ten percent (10%) of the total number of parking spaces on site support future Level 2 EVSE; the installation of EV-ready spaces for twenty-five percent (25%) of the total number of parking spaces equipped with low power Level 2 EV charging receptacles; and five percent (5%) of the total number of parking spaces shall be equipped with Level 2 EVSE. The use of an ALMS is allowed when low-power Level 2 EV charging receptacles or Level 2 EVSE are installed beyond the minimum required.

4.106.4.2.2.1 Electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS) Added requirements for space location and dimensions, with a reference to the California Building Code to address accessibility.

4.106.4.2.3 EV space requirements
Amended requirements for single and multiple EV spaces, and added a requirement for EV-ready space signage.

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52 4.106.4.3 Electric vehicle charging for additions and alterations of parking facilities serving existing multifamily buildings
Expanded EV charging infrastructure for additions and alterations triggered when new parking facilities are added, or electrical systems or lighting of existing parking facilities are added or altered, and the work requires a building permit. The new regulation requires that 10 percent (10%) of the total number of parking spaces being added or altered be EV capable to support future Level 2 EVSE.

4.410.1 Operation and maintenance manual
Amended existing Item 11 to add Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, and added a new Item 12 to require that the operation and maintenance manual contain information and/or drawings identifying the location of grab bar reinforcements.

Chapter 5 – Nonresidential Mandatory Measures
Building Standards Commission and Division of the State Architect

5.106.5.2 Designated parking for clean air vehicles
Repealed the mandatory requirement for designated parking for clean air vehicles.

5.106.5.3 Electric vehicle (EV) charging and subsections Amended to increase the EV capable space percentages and add a new requirement for installed Level 2 or DCFC chargers.

5.504.4.7 Thermal insulation
Relocated thermal insulation from voluntary to mandatory and added verification of compliance.

5.504.4.8 Acoustical ceilings and wall panels
Relocated acoustical ceilings and wall panels from voluntary to mandatory along with verification of compliance.

Building Standards Commission

5.106.5.4 Electric vehicle (EV) charging: medium-duty and heavy-duty and subsections
Added new regulations for electric vehicle charging readiness requirements for new construction of warehouses, grocery stores and retail stores with planned off-street loading spaces.

Division of the State Architect – Structural Safety

5.506.3 Carbon dioxide (CO2) monitoring in classrooms
Added new requirement for carbon dioxide monitors in classrooms only in new building construction, and not alterations and additions.

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53 5.106.12 Shade trees and subsections
Amended exceptions for surface parking and hardscape areas to provide clarity that excepted play areas for organized sports activities, such as basketball courts, are removed from the total area calculation of the hardscape areas on the campus.

Chapter A4 – Residential Voluntary Measures
California Energy Commission
A4.2 Energy efficiency
A4.201.1 Scope
Updated and provided a new web link to the CEC website.

A4.203.1.1 Hourly source energy design rating (EDR1) and Table A4.203.1.1 Updated for EDR1 margins for climate zones.

A4.203.1.2.3 HERS – Verified compact hot water distribution system and A4.203.1.2.4 HERS – Verified drain water heat recovery
Amended to add details for compliance.

A4.203.1.2.5 High performance vertical fenestration, A4.203.1.2.6 Heat pump water heater demand management, A4.203.1.2.7 Battery storage system controls and A4.203.1.2.8 Heat pump space and water heating Added as prerequisite options to standardize phrasing to remove unneeded references to HERS verification and to apply a broader range of equipment types and construction performance approaches to meet the overall requirements.

A4.203.1.3 Performance standard (repealed), A4.203.1.3.1 Tier 1 (repealed), A4.203.1.3.2 Tier 2. (repealed) and A4.203.1.3 Consultation with local electric service provider (renumbered)
Sections repealed and amended to remove reference to CALGreen tiers and to recommend consultation with a local electric service provider for jurisdictions considering reducing the Energy Design Rating (EDR) target when using solar PV systems larger than required by the California Energy Code.

Chapter A5 – Nonresidential Voluntary Measures
Building Standards Commission
A5.106.5.1.1, A5.106.5.1.2, Table A5.106.5.1.1 and Table A5.106.5.1.2 Designated parking for clean air vehicles
Amended the Tier 1 and Tier 2 voluntary requirements and repealed Tables A5.106.5.1.1 and A5.106.5.1.2.

A5.106.5.3.1 and A5.106.5.3.2 Electric vehicle charging Increased voluntary EV capable space percentages.

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54 A5.303.4.1 Nonwater urinal with drain cleansing action Amended to align with the new definition and California Plumbing Code.

A5.504.4.8 Thermal insulation
Amended to move Tier 2 requirements to Tier 1 (Tier 1 moved to mandatory) and verification of compliance was renumbered to A5.504.8.1.

A5.6 Voluntary Tiers and CALGreen Verification Guidelines Amend checklists affected by proposed mandatory and voluntary updates.

California Energy Commission
A5.201.1 Scope
Updated and provided a new web link to the CEC website.

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Building Standards Commission
Cross Reference Table
Amended the chapter titles and associated sections in Title 24. This table serves as a non-regulatory aid to the code user.

State Fire Marshal
Chapter 12-7A, Materials and Construction Methods for Exterior Wildfire Exposure
Repealed ignition-resistant material SFM Standard 12-7A-5.

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ORDINANCE NO. 1089

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORCO,
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE 2022 CALIFORNIA BUILDING
STANDARD CODES TO AMEND NORCO MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 15
“BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION”: CHAPTERS 15.01
“ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS”, 15.02 “BUILDING CODE”, 15.03 “ELECTRICAL CODE”, 15.04 ‘MECHANICAL CODE”, 15.05
“PLUMBING CODE”, 15.06 “HOUSING CODE, 15.07 “RESIDENTIAL CODE”, 15.08 “BREEN BUILDING CODE”, 15.10 “EXISTING BUILDING CODE, 15.13 “ADMINISTRATED CODE”, AND 15.14 “ENERGY CODE” CODE AMENDMENT 2022-06
WHEREAS, THE CITY OF NORCO initiated Code Amendment 2022-06, amending Title 15 of the Norco Municipal Code to adopt the 2022 California Building Code as the Official Building Code for the City of Norco; and WHEREAS, said Code Amendment was duly submitted to said City’s City Council for decision at a public meeting for which proper notice was given; and WHEREAS, said Code Amendment was scheduled on October 19, 2022 on or about 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 2820 Clark Avenue, Norco, California 92860; and
WHEREA, said Code Amendment was not heard but continued to the meeting of November 2, 2022; and
WHEREAS, at the time set, the Norco City Council conducted a public hearing and received and considered oral and written testimony concerning the proposed code change; and
WHEREAS, the California Health and Safety Code requires cities and counties to adopt building standards that are consistent with those contained in the California Code of Regulations Title 24; and
WHEREAS, State law allows local governments to amend California Model Codes, providing the amendments are more restrictive and are necessary in order to provide the highest level of life-safety standards and requires that local governments enforce these code editions, and
WHEREAS in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) and the CEQA Guidelines and it has been determined that the adoption of this ordinance is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Norco does hereby determine, order and approve the following:

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A. California Health & Safety Code, Section 17958.5 and 18941.5 authorize cities and counties to modify the California Building Standards Code by adopting more restrictive standards and modifications if such standards and modifications are accompanied by express findings that they are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions.

B. The City Council of the City of Norco finds that these local climatic, geological or topographical conditions include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. The City is subject to relatively low amounts of precipitation, very low humidity levels and extremely high temperatures. These climatic conditions are conducive to the spread of drought conditions and fires. For example, during July, August and September, temperatures often exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit. During the same months’ humidity is usually less than 40% and measurements of less than 10% are not uncommon. These recordings have been documented by the Riverside County Flood Control District and the National Climatic Data Center.

2. The City is subject to extremely strong winds, commonly referred to as "Santa Ana Winds," which can reach speeds of up to 95 miles per hour. In addition, the convergence of the marine shore air flow and the desert air flow create steady winds on a daily basis. Finally, the City is bordered on the south by steep, rugged, brush-covered mountains and parts of the City contain hilly terrain and mounds, which either contribute to or create gusty wind conditions by causing a natural funneling effect and increasing wind speeds over the City.

3. The City is also subject to moderately strong shaking and surface ruptures from seismic activity in the area. The geologic and seismic setting of the City is dominated by the Chino and Elsinore earthquake faults along the southwest portion of the City and a diversity of bedrock and alluvial soils that may significantly affect the intensity of earthquake shaking. The Elsinore fault is located a short distance southwest of the City, while the Chino fault, which is subparallel to the Elsinore fault, is located just inside the City's southwestern boundary. Of the two faults, the Chino fault has the greater potential for surface rupture leading to structural damage of structures in the City. Moreover, the thin alluvial soils found in parts of the City contribute to a moderately high potential for liquefaction in certain areas.

C. The aforementioned geologic and climatic conditions have also contributed to the loss or damage of 450 homes in the Bel Air Fire of 1961; 187 homes in the Chatsworth Fire of 1970; 50 homes in the Mandeville Canyon Fire of 1978; 262 homes in the Anaheim Fire of 1982; 71 homes in the Baldwin Hills Fire of 1985; 33 homes in the Porter Ranch Fire of 1988; 162 homes in the Santa Barbara Fire of 1990; hundreds of acres in the nearby Chino Hills State Park Fire of 1997; the Corona Triangle/Freeway Complex Fire November 15, 2008 burned 318

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properties, burned 30,305 plus acres, destroyed 187 single/multiple family homes, damaged 127 homes, damaged or destroyed four commercial properties; 200 acres were burned in the Sierra Pass Fire on September 24, 2013; the Madre Fire which burned 268 acres on September 23, 2013; the Little Fire on August 29, 2013 which burned 97 acres; the Deluz Fire on October 5, 2013 which burned 2236 acres, threatened 300 residents and the Naval Hospital; the Forks Complex Fire October 1, 2013 burned 37,246 acres; the Rim Fire September 3, 2013 which burned 257,314 acres, destroyed 3 commercial buildings and 11 residences; the Thomas Fire on December 4, 2017 burned 281,893 acres, 1063 structures and caused 2 deaths; and the Woolsey Fire in November 2018 destroyed 1643 structures and caused 3 deaths.

D. These fires, as well as the recent Whittier Earthquake of 1987, Northridge Earthquake of 1994, the Chino Hills Earthquake of 2008 and the recent 2019 Ridgecrest Earthquakes have resulted in the tragic loss of lives along with enormous property losses.

E. For practicality and cost reasons, many new structures are built of wood (Type V) construction. Many existing structures also have wood shake roofs. The potential for a conflagration exists due to the design and density of current structures.

F. Electrical supply and telephone communication failures occur due to high winds as well as other reasons. Water supply pumps and early notification of a fire cannot always be counted on.

G. Based upon the recommendations of the Building Official, the City Council finds that the proposed amendments to the 2022 California Building Standards Code ("amendments") are more restrictive than the standards adopted by the California Building Standards Commission, would decrease the potential incidence of property damage, injury and death due to fires and earthquakes, and are reasonable and necessary to mitigate the aforementioned local climatic, geologic or topographical conditions.

SECTION 1: FINDINGS.

Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) is hereby amended to read as follows Existing Chapters and Sections in Title 15 not amended below shall remain effective:

Title 15
Buildings and Construction
Chapter 15.01 Administrative Provisions for Title 15

15.01.020 Code adoption.

A. Subject to the particular additions, amendments and deletions set forth in this chapter, all the rules, regulations, provisions and conditions set forth in that certain document

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being marked and designated as the 2022 California Building Code, Chapter 1, Division II, are hereby adopted. The changes set forth herein are made to the 2022 Edition of the California Building Code as published by the International Code Council.

B. One certified copy of the 2022 California Building Code, Chapter 1, Division II, shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 18942(d)(1), as may be stored and maintained in the office of the Building Official, and is made available for public inspection. Any and all references thereto are adopted as the administrative provisions to the codes adopted in this title for the City of Norco, unless otherwise provided, and subject to the changes contained in this chapter.

F. Except as provided in this chapter, those certain building codes known and designated as the 2022 California Building Code (CBC), including Appendix Chapters C—Group U Agricultural Buildings, G—Flood-Resistant Construction, and I—Patio Covers, as adopted by the State of California, based on the 2021 International Building Code as published by the International Code Council. The provisions of these construction codes as amended by this chapter shall constitute the building regulations of the City of Norco.

The requirements found in Appendix C for agricultural buildings shall not supersede the accessory building requirements which are found in Chapters 18.12 and 18.13 and the Norco Hills Specific Plan and the Norco Ridge Ranch Specific Plan. Chapter 29 (Plumbing Systems) is hereby excluded from the City of Norco’s adoption for being redundant and contradictory to the California Plumbing Code. (Ord. 1012 Sec. 1, 2017; Ord. 972 Sec. 1, 2014; Ord. 937 Sec. 1 (Exh. A), 2011)

15.01.030 Amendments—Generally.

Designated sections of the 2022 California Building Code, Chapter 1, Division II, are amended to read as set forth in Sections 15.01.040 through 15.01.180. (Ord. 1012 Sec. 1, 2017; Ord. 937 Sec. 1 (Exh. A), 2011)

15.01.040 (Repealed by Ord. 1054 Sec. 1, 2019; Ord. 1012 Sec. 1, 2017; Ord. 937 Sec. 1(Exh A), 2011)

15.01.050 Amendment—Section 101.4 (CBC Part 2 Volume 1)—Referenced codes.

Section 101.4 (CBC Part 2 Volume 1) is amended in its entirety to read as follows:
101.4 Referenced Codes. The other codes listed in section 101.4.1 (CBC, Part 2 Volume 1) through 101.4.9 (CBC, Part 2 Volume 1) and referenced elsewhere in this code shall be considered part of the requirements of this code. 101.4.1 (CBC, Part 2 Volume 1) The 2022 California Building Code as adopted and amended by NMC Chapter 15.02.
101.4.2 (CBC, Part 2 Volume 1) The 2022 California Green Building Code as adopted and amended by NMC Chapter 15.08.
101.4.3 (CBC, Part 2 Volume 1) The Housing Code as adopted and amended by NMC Chapter 15.06.

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101.4.4 (CBC, Part 2 Volume 1) The 2022 California Residential Code as adopted and amended by NMC Chapter 15.07.
101.4.5 (CBC, Part 2 Volume 1) The 2022 California Mechanical Code as adopted and amended by NMC Chapter 15.04.
101.4.7 (CBC, Part 2 Volume 1) The 2022 California Plumbing Code as adopted and amended by NMC Chapter 15.05.
101.4.8 (CBC, Part 2 Volume 1) The 2022 California Electrical Code as adopted and amended by NMC Chapter 15.03.
101.4.9 (CBC, Part 2 Volume 1) The 2022 California Energy Code as adopted by the State of California.
(Ord. 1054 Sec. 1, 2019; Ord. 1012 Sec. 1, 2017; Ord. 972 Sec. 1, 2014; Ord. 937 Sec. 1 (Exh. A), 2011)

15.01.080 Amendment—Section 105.2 (CBC Part 2 Volume 1).

Section 105.2 (CBC Part 2 Volume 1) is amended in its entirety to read as follows:

Work Exempt from Permit. Exemptions from the permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. A building permit shall not be required for the following:

Building:

1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet.

2. Chain link, wrought iron, wood, vinyl, glass and corral fences not over six (6) feet high. Masonry fences not over three (3) feet high.

3. Oil derricks.

4. Retaining walls that are not over two (2) feet in height measured from the top of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge or any superimposed load other than the natural fill of level earth or impounding Class I, II, or IIIA liquids.

5. Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000 gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed 2 to 1.

6. Platforms, walks and driveways not more than 30 inches above adjacent grade, and not over any basement or story below and are not part of an accessible route.

7. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops and similar finish work.

8. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery.

9. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a Group R-3 Occupancy that are less than 24 inches deep, do not exceed 5,000 gallons and are installed entirely above ground.

10. Self-supporting portable covered pipe corrals not exceeding a maximum of 12 ft. x 24 ft. Provided the number of such structures is premised upon the number of

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animal units allowed on the property as regulated by the Norco Zoning Code.

Furthermore, it is understood that covered corrals do not have any walls and are securely fastened to the surrounding corral fencing.

11. Swings and other playground equipment accessory to detached one- and twofamily dwellings.

12. In Group R-3 and U occupancies, window awnings that do not project more than 54 inches from the exterior wall, when supported by an exterior wall and do not require additional support.

13. Non-fixed and movable fixtures, cases, racks, counters and partitions not over 5 feet 9 inches in height.

14. Residential decks not exceeding 200 square feet in area, with a walking surface that is not more than 30" above grade at any point, is not attached to a dwelling and does not serve as a required path of egress or required path of accessibility.

Decks located in a front yard setback will require approval from the Planning Division of the City of Norco.

15. One story, portable, accessory structures used for livestock which do not have permanent foundations.

Electrical:

1. Repairs and maintenance: Minor repair work, including the replacement of lamps or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved permanently installed
receptacles.

2. Radio and television transmitting stations: The provisions of this code shall not apply to electrical equipment used for radio and television transmissions, but do apply to equipment and wiring for a power supply and the installations of towers and antennas.

3. Temporary testing systems: A permit shall not be required for the installation of any temporary system required for the testing or servicing of electrical equipment or apparatus.

4. The requirements and exemptions in California Article 89 of the 2022 California Electrical Code, including those set forth in sections

89.101.3.3 and 89.108.4.1, shall also apply.

5. Repair or replacement of branch circuit over-current devices, listed for the use, of the required capacity in the same location.

Gas:

1. Portable heating appliances.

2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make such equipment unsafe.

Mechanical:

1. Portable heating appliance.

2. Portable ventilation equipment.

3. Portable cooling unit.

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4. Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment regulated by this code.

5. Replacement of any part that does not alter its approval or make it unsafe.

6. Portable evaporative cooler.

7. Self-contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds or less of refrigerant and actuated by motors of 1 horsepower or less.

Plumbing:

1. The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe, provided, however, that if any concealed trap, drain pipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe becomes defective and it becomes necessary to remove and replace the same with new material, such work shall be considered new work and a permit shall be obtained and inspection made as provided in this code.

2. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or fixtures and the removal and reinstallation of water closets, provided such repairs do not involve or require the replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes or fixtures.

Grading:

1. Grading requirements and permits shall be as required by Chapter 15.90 of the Norco Municipal Code.
(Ord. 1012 Sec. 1, 2017; Ord. 972 Sec. 1, 2014; Ord. 937 Sec. 1 (Exh. A), 2011)

15.01.090 Amendment—Section 105.3.2 (CBC Part 2 Volume 1).

Section 105.3.2 (CBC Part 2 Volume 1) is amended as to read as follows:
105.3.2 (CBC, Part 2 Volume 1) Time Limitation of Application. An application for a permit for any proposed work shall be deemed to have been abandoned 180 days after the date of filing, unless such application has been pursued in good faith or a permit has been issued; except that the building official is authorized to grant one extension of time, for a period not more than 180 days. The extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated. (Ord. 1054 Sec. 1, 2019; Ord. 1012 Sec. 1, 2017; Ord. 937 Sec. 1 (Exh. A), 2011)

15.01.100 Amendment—Section 105.5 (CBC Part 2 Volume 1).

Section 105.5 (CBC Part 2 Volume 1) is amended to read as follows:
105.5 (CBC, Part 2 Volume 1) Expiration and Renewal. Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work on the site authorized by such permit is commenced within 12 months after its issuance, or if the work authorized on the site by such permit is suspended or abandoned for a period of 12 months after the time the work is commenced. The building official is authorized to grant, in writing, one extension of time, for a period not more than 180 days. The extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated.

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Renewal: Extensions will only be granted prior to the expiration of a permit. When a permit has expired, work cannot be recommenced prior to obtaining a new permit.

Requests to renew an expired permit shall be submitted to the Building Official, in writing, demonstrating justifiable cause and subject to the approval of the Building Official. If approved by the Building Official the fee shall be one half the amount required for a new permit for such work, provided no changes have been made or will be made in the original plans and specifications for such work and provided further that the suspension or abandonment has not exceeded one year. To renew a permit after more than a year of suspension or abandonment the permittee shall pay a new full permit fee. Exception: if the Building Official determines that the cost to perform the remaining inspections is less than the cost of a full new permit fee, the Building Official may approve the lesser fee.
(Ord. 1054 Sec. 1, 2019; Ord. 1012 Sec. 1, 2017; Ord. 937 Sec. 1 (Exh. A), 2011)

15.01.160 Addition—Sections 110.3.9.1 and 110.3.9.2 (CBC Part 2 Volume 1).

Section 110.3.9 (CBC Part 2 Volume 1) is amended by adding the following new subsections thereto as follows:
110.3.9.1 (CBC, Part 2 Volume 1). Roof Sheathing and Shear Inspection. Roof sheathing and shear inspections shall be performed after roof sheathing and all structural shear panels or walls are in place and secured by nailing or other approved methods.
110.3.9.2 (CBC, Part 2 Volume 1). Plaster Inspection. Plaster inspections shall be performed after the application of the scratch coat.
(Ord. 1054 Sec 1, 2019; Ord. 1012 Sec. 1, 2017; Ord. 937 Sec. 1 (Exh. A), 2011)

15.01.190 Violation—Penalty.

A. No person, firm, partnership, association or corporation shall violate any provisions of this chapter and any provisions of the codes, rules or regulations adopted in this title.

B. Any person, firm, partnership, association or corporation violating any of the provisions adopted in this title by reference, shall be guilty of an infraction, except where otherwise provided in this title. Any person violating a stop work order issued pursuant to the 2022 California Building Code, Chapter 1, Division II, Section 115.3, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. Any person who continues to occupy or any person who enters a structure which has been posted “unsafe” by the Building Official pursuant to the 2022 California Building Code, Chapter 1, Division II, Section 116, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. Any person who maintains or fails to remove a structure which has been posted “unsafe” by the Building Official pursuant to the 2022 California Building Code, Chapter 1, Division II, Section 116, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

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C. Every person, firm, association or corporation violating any of the provisions of this chapter or provisions of the codes, rules or regulations adopted in this chapter by reference is guilty of a separate offense for each day or portion thereof during which the violation continues and shall be punishable therefor as provided in Title 1 (General Provisions), which includes administrative citations up to $500.00 per day per Section

1.05.030.

D. It is unlawful for any person, firm, partnership, corporation, association or joint venture, either as owner, architect, contractor, artisan or otherwise, to do or to cause or permit to be done any work as described in the California Building Standards Code as adopted by reference in this title in such a manner that such work does not conform to all the provisions of this title and the provisions of said California Building Standards Code, as so adopted by reference.
(Ord. 1054 Sec. 1, 2019; Ord. 1012 Sec. 1, 2017; Ord. 972 Sec. 1, 2014; Ord. 937 Sec. 1 (Exh. A), 2011)
Chapter 15.02 BUILDING CODE

15.02.020 Adoption of the building code.

A. Except as provided in this chapter, those certain building codes known and designated as the 2022 California Building Code (CBC), including Appendix Chapters C—Group U—Agricultural Buildings, G—Flood-Resistant Construction, and I—Patio Covers, as adopted by the State of California, based on the 2021 International Building Code as published by the International Code Council, except as amended herein, shall become the building code of the City of Norco for regulating the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion, occupancy, equipment, use, height, area and maintenance of all buildings and/or structures in the City. The requirements found in Appendix C for agricultural buildings shall not supersede the accessory building requirements which are found in Chapters 18.12 and 18.13 and the Norco Hills Specific Plan and the Norco Ridge Ranch Specific Plan. The 2022 California Building Code and its adopted appendices and amendments will be on file for public examination in the offices of the Building Official.

B. Chapter 1, Division II, as adopted and amended in Chapter 15.01.

C. Appendix Chapters A, B, D, E, F, and H (CBC) are not adopted.

D. Appendix J (CBC) is adopted as currently amended by Chapter 15.90.

E. One certified copy of the 2022 California Building Code shall be kept on file in the office of the City Building Official of the City of Norco, subject to the changes contained in this chapter. Each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms thereof are referred to, adopted and made a part of this chapter, as though fully set forth at length. (Ord. 1054 Sec 1, 2019; Ord. 1012 Sec. 1, 2017; Ord. 985 Sec. 1, 2015; Ord. 972 Sec. 2, 2014; Ord. 937 Sec. 2 (Exh. B), 2011)

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15.02.050 Amendment—Section 202 DEFINITIONS (CBC Part 2 Volume 1), Highrise building.

Section 202 (CBC Part 2 Volume 1) is amended to read as follows:

HIGH-RISE BUILDING. In other than Group I-2 occupancies “high-rise buildings” as used in this code:

1. “Existing high-rise structure” means a high-rise structure, the construction of which is commenced or completed prior to July 1, 1974.

2. “High-rise structure” means every building of any type of constructions or occupancy having floors used for human occupancy located more than 55 feet above the lowest floor level having building access (see Section 403.1.2), except buildings used as hospitals as defined in Health and Safety code Section 1250.

3. “New high-rise structure” means a high-rise structure, the construction of which is commenced on or after July 1, 1974.

The remaining requirements of this section are unchanged. (Ord. 1054 Sec. 1, 2019; Ord. 1012 Sec. 1, 2017; Ord. 937 Sec. 2 (Exh. B), 2011)

15.02.060 (Repealed per Ord. No. 1054)

15.02.110 (Repealed per Ord. No. 1054)

15.02.120 (Repealed per Ord. No. 1054)

15.02.130 (Repealed per Ord. No. 1054)

15.02.140 Addition—Section G101.5 (Part 2 Volume 1), Flood-resistant construction.

Section G101 (CBC Part 2 Volume 1) is amended by adding section G101.5 to read as follows:

G101.5 (CBC, Part 2 Volume 1) Administration and Enforcement. For the purpose of the administration and enforcement of Appendix G—Flood-Resistant Construction, the Building Official shall mean the City Engineer or their designated representative. (Ord. 1054 Sec. 1, 2019; Ord. 1012 Sec. 1, 2017; Ord. 937 Sec. 2 (Exh. B), 2011)

15.02.150 Addition—Section 3114 (CBC Part 2 Volume 1), Conversions of cargo carriers.

Chapter 31 is amended by adding section 3114 thereto as follows:

A. Definitions.

1. “Cargo carrier” means all vehicles or containers designed and constructed for the purpose of containing or carrying freight. Not included in this definition are railroad cars, mobile homes, factory-built homes, travel trailers and commercial coaches;

2. “Railroad car” means all non-powered vehicles that are specifically designed to be used on railroads; and

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3. “Structure” as it pertains to this section of the Municipal Code refers to any cargo carrier converted for use as a building, shed or storage unit.

B. Cargo carriers converted for use as structures may be permitted as temporary uses subject to the approval of a Special Event Permit ($50.00 application fee, or the current fee as established by the City Council) and subject to all the rules and regulations thereto.

C. Cargo carriers converted for use as structures may be permitted upon approval of a conditional use permit and subject to the following:

1. All necessary building and safety, fire department, and planning department permits are granted;

2. The structure and its location meet all zone requirements as they pertain to accessory buildings;

3. The structure is accessory to a main building;

4. The structure is internally stable and the exterior is in proper order as determined by the City Building Inspector;

5. The structure is anchored securely to the ground. The manner of securing the structure shall be appropriate for the particular structure and to the satisfaction of the Building Official. The Building Official may request a report from a registered civil or structural engineer on the method of securing the structure.

6. The applicant provides signed letters of support from a majority of adjacent property owners and/or tenants;

7. Approval of the Conditional Use Permit shall include architectural and site treatments that may include, but not be limited to, painting, construction of eaves, awnings, roofs, sidings, railings, etc.; and landscaping;

8. The application fee shall be the current fee for a Minor Conditional Use Permit; and

9. A report from a registered civil or structural engineer is submitted indicating how the cargo container will be converted to meet all building codes or their equivalent.

D. Relocation, overload, and moving permits are required if the cargo carrier exceeds the City’s load limits.
(Ord. 1054 Sec. 1, 2019; Ord. 1012 Sec. 1, 2017; Ord. 937 Sec. 2 (Exh. B), 2011) Chapter 15.03 ELECTRICAL CODE

15.03.020 Code adoption.

Subject to the particular additions, amendments and deletions set forth in this chapter, all the rules, regulations, provisions and conditions set forth in that certain document being

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marked and designated as 2022 California Electrical Code, including the tables and annexes thereto, but excluding Annexes E, F, G and H, are hereby adopted as the electrical code of the City of Norco.

One certified copy of the 2022 California Electrical Code shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Norco, and any and all references thereto are adopted as the electrical code of the City of Norco, subject to the changes contained in this chapter.

Each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms thereof are referred to, adopted and made a part of this chapter, as though fully set forth at length. (Ord. 1054 Sec. 1, 2019; Ord. 1012 Sec. 1, 2017; Ord. 972 Sec. 3, 2014; Ord. 937 Sec. 3 (Exh. C), 2011)
Chapter 15.04 MECHANICAL CODE

15.04.020 Code adoption.

A. Subject to the particular additions, amendments and deletions set forth in this chapter, all the rules, regulations, provisions and conditions set forth in that certain document being marked and designated as the 2022 California Mechanical Code, not including the appendices, are hereby adopted as the mechanical code of the City of Norco.

1. Chapter 1, Division II, Administration, is not adopted as part of this code.

2. Appendices A, B, C and D are not adopted as part of this code.

B. One certified copy of the 2022 California Mechanical Code is on file in the office of the City Clerk, and any and all references thereto are adopted as the Mechanical Code of the City of Norco, and each and all the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms thereof are referred to, adopted and made a part of this chapter, as though fully set forth at length. (Ord. 1054 Sec. 1, 2019; Ord. 1012 Sec. 1, 2017; Ord. 972 Sec. 4, 2014; Ord. 937 Sec. 4 (Exh. D), 2011)
Chapter 15.05 PLUMBING CODE

15.05.020 Code adoption.

A. Subject to the particular additions, amendments and deletions set forth in this chapter, all the rules, regulations, provisions and conditions set forth in that certain document being marked and designated as the 2022 California Plumbing Code, including the following appendices and portions thereof, are hereby adopted as the plumbing code of the City of Norco:

1. Chapter 1, Division II, Administration, is not adopted as part of this code.

2. Appendices A, B, D, G, I, K, and L are adopted as part of this code.

B. One certified copy of the 2022 California Plumbing Code shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk, and any and all references thereto are adopted as the plumbing code for the City of Norco and each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms thereof are referred to, adopted and made a part of this chapter, as

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though fully set forth at length. (Ord. 1054 Sec. 1, 2019; Ord. 1012 Sec. 1, 2017; Ord. 972 Sec. 5, 2014; Ord. 937 Sec. 5 (Exh. E), 2011)

15.05.040 Amendments - Generally.

Designated sections of the 2022 California Plumbing Code are amended to read as set forth in this section and Section 15.05.050. (Ord. 1054 Sec. 1, 2019; Ord. 1012 Sec. 1, 2017; Ord. 972 Sec. 5, 2014; Ord. 937 Sec. 5 (Exh. E), 2011)

15.05.050 Amendment—Section 314.4.

Section 314.4 is amended by adding thereto as follows:

No permittee hereunder shall leave unattended at any time any excavation for sewer or sewage disposal facilities, unless the permittee shall have first provided a suitable and adequate barricade, which will prevent any person from being in any way injured as a result of said excavation. Said permittee shall at all times during the existence of said excavation maintain said barricade in a manner suitable to protect any person from being so injured.
(Ord. 1054 Sec. 1, 2019; Ord. 937 Sec. 5 (Exh. E), 2011) Chapter 15.07 RESIDENTIAL CODE

15.07.020 Code adoption.

A. Subject to the particular additions, amendments and deletions set forth in this chapter, all the rules, regulations, provisions and conditions set forth in that certain document being marked and designated as 2022 California Residential Code, including Appendix H, is hereby adopted as the residential code of the City of Norco.

B. Chapter 1, Division II, is not adopted.

C. Appendix Chapters A, B, C, D, E, F, G, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P and Q are not adopted as part of this code.

D. One certified copy of the 2022 California Residential Code shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Norco, and any and all references thereto are adopted as the building code of the City of Norco, subject to the changes contained in this chapter.

15.07.040 Amendments - Generally.

Designated sections of the 2022 California Residential Code are amended to read as set forth in this section through Section 15.07.060. (Ord. 1054 Sec 1, 2019; Ord. 972 Sec. 6, 2014; Ord. 937 Sec. 7 (Exh. G), 2011)

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15.07.050 Amendment—Section R902.1 (CBC Part 2 Volume 1).

Section R902.1 (CBC Part 2 Volume 1) is amended by adding new subsection R902.1.5 (CBC Part 2 Volume 1) thereto as follows:

R902.1.5 (CBC, Part 2 Volume 1) Class A Roof Covering Requirement.

Notwithstanding any other provision of this Building Code and Appendices to the contrary, Class A roof covering, as defined in Chapter 15 of the 2022 California Building Code, shall be applied:

1. To any building hereinafter constructed.

2. To any re-roofing of existing buildings, when fifty percent (50%) or more of the existing roof is replaced or overlaid within a 1-year period.

3. To any room additions where the aggregate area of the new roof exceeds fifty percent (50%) of the aggregate area of the existing roof. (Ord. 1054 Sec. 1, 2019; Ord. 1012 Sec. 1, 2017; Ord. 937 Sec. 7 (Exh. G), 2011)

15.07.060 Addition—Section R902.

Section R902 (CBC Part 2 Volume 1) is amended by adding new subsection R902.5 (CBC Part 2 Volume 1) thereto as follows:

R902.5 (CBC, Part 2 Volume 1) Class A Roof Covering Requirement. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Building Code and Appendices to the contrary, Class A roof covering, as defined in Chapter 15 of the 2022 California Building Code, shall be applied:

1. To any building hereinafter constructed.

2. To any re-roofing of existing buildings, when fifty percent (50%) or more of the existing roof is replaced or overlaid within a 1-year period.

15.08.020 Code adoption.

A. Subject to the particular additions, amendments and deletions set forth in this chapter, all the rules, regulations, provisions and conditions set forth in that certain document being marked and designated as 2022 California Green Building Standards Code, Chapters 1 through 8, not including appendices, are hereby adopted as the green building code of the City of Norco.

B. The administrative procedures as adopted in Chapter 15.01 shall apply to this chapter.

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C. The voluntary measures contained in the appendices are not adopted as part of this code.

D. One certified copy of the 2022 California Green Building Standards Code shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Norco as maintained and stored in the Office of the Building Official, and any and all references thereto are adopted as the green building code of the City of Norco, subject to the changes contained in this chapter.

Each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms thereof are referred to, adopted and made a part of this chapter, as though fully set forth at length. (Ord. 1054 Sec. 1, 2019; Ord. 1012 Sec. 1, 2017; Ord. 972 Sec. 7, 2014; Ord. 937 Sec. 8 (Exh. H), 2011)
Chapter 15.13 ADMINISTRATIVE CODE

15.13.020 Code adoption.

A. Subject to the particular additions, amendments and deletions set forth in this chapter, all the rules, regulations, provisions and conditions set forth in that certain document being marked and designated as 2022 California Administrative Code, Chapters 1 through 11, not including appendices, are hereby adopted as the administrative code of the City of Norco.

B. The administrative procedures as adopted in Chapter 15.01 shall apply to this chapter.

C. The voluntary measures contained in the appendices are not adopted as part of this code.

D. One certified copy of the 2022 California Administrative Code shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Norco, and any and all references thereto are adopted as the administrative code of the City of Norco, subject to the changes contained in this chapter. Each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms thereof are referred to, adopted and made a part of this chapter, as though fully set forth at length. (Ord. 1012 Sec. 1, 2017)
Chapter 15.14 ENERGY CODE

15.14.020 Code adoption.

A. Subject to the particular additions, amendments and deletions set forth in this chapter, all the rules, regulations, provisions and conditions set forth in that certain document being marked and designated as 2022 California Energy Code, Chapters 1 through 9, not including appendices, are hereby adopted as the energy code of the City of Norco.

B. The administrative procedures as adopted in Chapter 15.01 shall apply to this chapter.

C. The voluntary measures contained in the appendices are not adopted as part of this code.

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