Ordinance No. 06-22 — Orange City Council, November 15, 2022

ORDINANCE NO. 06-22

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ORANGE AMENDING TITLES 12, 13, AND
15 OF THE ORANGE MUNICIPAL CODE ADOPTING
AND AMENDING THE 2022 EDITIONS OF THE

CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODES AND

RELATED MODEL CODES, WITH APPENDICES,

RELATING TO THE BUILDING CODES
WHEREAS, the State of California adopted new Building Codes in January of 2022; and WHEREAS, these codes are commonly known as the California Building Standards Codes, and published in Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations; and WHEREAS, the California Health and Safety Code requires local governments to adopt the most recent editions of the model codes related to construction; and WHEREAS, State law provides that the model codes may be amended by local governments with respect to local conditions, so long as those changes are not less stringent than the State's minimum requirements; and
WHEREAS, by separate Resolution, the City Council of the City of Orange has made an express finding that changes or modifications are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geographic or topographic conditions; and
WHEREAS, local governments must update their building codes by adopting and amending the State Codes to become effective by January 1, 2023.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Orange does ordain as follows:

SECTION I:

Section 12.18.080.M of the Orange Municipal Code (Streets, Sidewalks and Public Places – Outdoor Dining on Public Walkways – Outdoor Dining Permit Standards) is revised to read as follows:

M. The use of removable table umbrellas is encouraged provided that they maintain at least seven feet of clearance above the sidewalk level and do not exceed ten feet in height. The use of retractable awnings is encouraged, but must meet the requirements of California Building Code Sections 3202.2.3 and 3202.3.1.

SECTION II:

Section 13.66.190.B of the Orange Municipal Code (Public Utilities – Sewer System – Fats, Oils and Grease Regulations (FOGS) – Grease Interceptor Requirements) is revised to read as follows:
2 B. Grease interceptor sizing and installation shall conform to the current edition of the California Plumbing Code. Grease interceptors shall be constructed in accordance with the design approved by the FOG Control Program Manager and shall have a minimum of two compartments with fittings designed for grease retention.

SECTION III:

Section 15.04.010 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – California Building Code – California Construction Codes Adopted by Reference) is revised to read as follows:

15.04.010 California Construction Codes Adopted by Reference.

For the purpose of prescribing regulations for erecting, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, improving, removal, conversion, demolition, occupancy, equipment use, height, and area of buildings and structures, the following construction codes subject to the Orange Municipal Code and modifications set forth in this chapter, including erratas and supplements hereafter, are hereby adopted: the California Building Code, 2022 Edition, based on the 2021 International Building Code as published by the International Code Council, including Chapter 1, Division II and Appendices I, J, and P; the California Residential Code, 2022 Edition, based on the 2021 International Residential Code, including Appendices AH and AX; the California Green Building Standards Code, including Appendices A4, A5, A5.2, A5.3, A5.4, A5.5, and A5.6, 2022 Edition; the California Plumbing Code, 2022 Edition, based on the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code as published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, including Appendices A, B, D, H, I, and J; the California Mechanical Code, 2022 Edition, based on the 2021 Uniform Mechanical Code as published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, including Appendices B and C; the California Electrical Code, 2022 Edition, based on the 2020 National Electrical Code as published by the National Fire Protection Association, including Annexes A and B; the International Property Maintenance Code, 2021 Edition, as published by the International Code Council; the Uniform Code For The Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, 1997 Edition, 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 Orange. Where the California Code of Regulations and State Building Standards Code of Regulations differ from any sections of the Construction Codes, state regulations shall prevail over the Construction Codes.

One copy of all the above codes and standards therefor are on file in the office of the Building Official pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 18942(e)(1) and are made available for public inspection.

Notwithstanding the provisions of the above-referenced construction codes, all fees for services provided pursuant to the construction codes shall not take effect until a resolution for such fees is adopted by the City Council pursuant to California Government Code Section 66016. 3 SECTION IV:

Section 15.04.015 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – California Building Code – Amendments to the 2019 California Building Code) is revised to read as follows:

15.04.015 Amendments to the 2022 California Building Code.

Administration. Division II of Chapter 1, entitled “Scope and Administration,” is applicable in the City with revisions to the following sections as indicated below. 101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Building Code of the City of Orange, hereinafter referred to as "this code."
103.1 Creation of enforcement agency. The Building and Safety Services Department is hereby created and the official in charge thereof shall be known as the building official.

The function of the agency shall be the implementation, administration, and enforcement of the provisions of the code.
105.2 Work Exempt from Permit. Exceptions 2, 9 and 14 shall read as follows:

2. Fences under 6 feet (1829 mm) high.

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

14. Decks not exceeding 200 square feet (18.58 m2) in area, that are not more than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade at any point, are not attached to a dwelling and do not serve the exit door required by Section R311.2. 107.3 Examination of Documents. The following paragraph is added:

An expedited review and permit issuance process shall be provided for EV Charging Stations and simplified forms for submittal will be made available on City’s website.

Sections of 403.4.8.3(4) and 403.4.8.4(8) are revised as follows:
403.4.8.3 Standby power loads. The following are classified as standby power loads:

4. Power and lighting for the fire command center required by Section 403.4.6. 403.4.8.4 Emergency power loads. The following are classified as emergency power loads:

8. Ventilation and automatic fire detection equipment for smoke proof enclosures.

Section 905.4 is revised to read as follows:
4 905.4 Location of Class 1 standpipe hose connections. Class 1 standpipe hose connections shall be provided in all of the following locations:

1. In every required interior exit stairway, a hose connection shall be provided for each story above or below grade. Hose connections shall be located at an intermediate landing between stories, unless otherwise approved by the fire code official. See Section 909.20.2.3 for additional provisions in smoke proof enclosures.

2. On each side of the wall adjacent to the exit opening of a horizontal exit.

Exception: Where floor areas adjacent to a horizontal exit are reachable from an interior exit stairway hose connections by a nozzle attached to 100 feet (30480 mm) of hose, as measured along the path of travel, a hose connection shall not be required at the horizontal exit.

7. The centerline of the 2.5 inches (64 mm) outlet shall be no less than 18 inches (457 mm) above and no more than 24 inches (610 mm) above the finished floor.

8. Every new building with any horizontal dimensions greater than 300 feet (91440 mm) shall be provided with either access doors or a 2.5 inch (64 mm) outlets so that all portions of the building can be reached with 150 feet (45720 mm) of hose from an access door or hose outlet. Required access doors shall be located in the exterior of the building and shall be accessible without the use of a ladder. The door dimensions shall be not less than 3 feet (914 mm) in width, and not less than 6 feet 8 inches (2032 mm) in height. These doors are for fire department access only.

Section 910.3.5 is added to read as follows:
910.3.5 Sprinklered buildings. Where installed in buildings provided with an approved automatic sprinklers system, smoke and heat vents shall be designed to operation automatically by actuation of a heat-responsive device rated at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit above the operating temperature of the sprinklers, unless otherwise approved.

Section 3109.2 is revised to read as follows, with all definitions remaining unchanged:
3109.2 Construction permit; safety features required. New or remodel pools or spas, at a private single-family home, shall have an enclosure complying with the amended California Residential Code Appendix AX. Pool barriers which are already in the Code are scoped so as to apply on all private swimming pools.

Section 3109.2 is revised to add the following definition:

PRIVATE POOL, is any constructed pool, permanent or portable, and over 18 inches deep which is intended for non-commercial use as swimming pool by not more than three owner families and their guests.
5 SECTION V:

Section 15.04.030 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – California Building Code – Work Exempt from Permit) is revised to read as follows:

Section 105.2 of the California Building Code is revised to add the following:

14. TV dishes and flagpoles in connection with a group R. Division 3 occupancy and not exceeding 15 feet in height.

SECTION VI:

Section 15.04.060 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – California Building Code – California Building Code (CBC) Appendix) is revised to read as follows:

15.04.060 California Building Code (CBC) Appendix.

The City Council adopts by reference the following Appendices of the CBC Appendix, 2022 Edition and said Appendices are adopted in total as the law of the City except as provided for this chapter.

Appendix C (Group U- Agricultural Buildings), Appendix F (Rodent Proofing), Appendix G (Flood-Resistant Construction), Appendix H (Signs), Appendix I (Patio Covers), Appendix J (Grading), and Appendix P (Emergency Housing) SECTION VII:

Section 15.05.010 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – California Residential Code – California Residential Code Adopted by Reference) is revised to read as follows:

15.05.010 California Residential Code Adopted by Reference.

SECTION VIII:

The title of Section 15.05.015 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – California Residential Code – Amendments to the 2019 California Residential Code) is revised to read as follows:
6 15.05.015 Amendments to the 2022 California Residential Code.

SECTION IX:

Section 15.05.015 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – California Residential Code – Amendments to the 2019 California Residential Code) is revised to add the following first paragraph:

R101.1 Title. These provisions shall be known as the “Residential Code for One- and Two- family Dwellings of the City of Orange,” and shall be cited as such and will be referred to herein as “this code.”
SECTION X:

The introductory paragraph and title of Table R301.2(1) (Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria) of Section 15.05.015 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – California Residential Code – Amendments to the 2019 California Residential Code) are revised to read as follows:

Table R301.2 is revised to read as follows:

TABLE R301.2

CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA
SECTION XI:

Footnotes a, d, h, l, m and o of Table R301.2 (Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria) of Section 15.05.015 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – California Residential Code – Amendments to the 2019 California Residential Code) are revised to read as follows, with the remaining footnotes unchanged:
a. Weathering may require a higher strength concrete or grade of masonry than necessary to satisfy the structural requirements of this code. The weathering column shall be filled in with the weathering index (i.e., “negligible,” “moderate” or “severe”) for concrete as determined from the Weathering Probability Map [Figure R301.2(1)]. The grade of masonry units shall be determined from ASTM C 34, C 55, C 62, C 73, C 90, C 129, C 145, C 216 or C 652.
d. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the wind speed from the basic wind speed map [Figure R30l.2(2)]. Wind exposure category shall be determined on a site-specific basis in accordance with Section R301.2.1.4. h. In accordance with Sections R905.1.2, R905.4.3.1, R905.5.3.1, R905.6.3.1, R905.7.3.1 and R905.8.3.1, where there has been a history of local damage from the effects of ice damming, the jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with “YES.” Otherwise, the jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with “NO.” 7 l. In accordance with Figure R301.2.1.1, where there is local historical data documenting regional wind designs, the jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with “YES” and identify any specific requirements. Otherwise, the jurisdiction shall indicate “NO” in this part of the table.
m. In accordance with Section R301.2.1.2, the jurisdiction shall indicate the wind-borne debris wind zone(s). Otherwise, the jurisdiction shall indicate “NO” in this part of the table.
o. The jurisdiction shall fill in this section of the table using the Ground Snow Loads in Figure R301.2 (3).

SECTION XII:

The final three paragraphs of Section 15.05.015 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – California Residential Code – Amendments to the 2019 California Residential Code) are deleted and replaced with the following:

Appendix AX, Section AX100 is revised to read as follows:
(a) Except as provided in Section AX100, when a building permit is issued for the construction of a new swimming pool or spa or the remodeling of an existing swimming pool or spa at a private single-family home, the respective swimming pool or spa shall be equipped with item #1 below AND at least one additional following seven drowning prevention features:
#1. An enclosure that meets the requirements of AX100 and isolates the swimming pool and spa from the private single-family home. Any walls of the residential structure or accessory structures used to complete the isolation enclosure must have door openings equipped with protection as required in AX100. Any such door protection device provided for this purpose may not be used to comply with the second drowning prevention feature requirement.

R302.1 Exterior walls. Construction, projections, openings and penetrations of exterior walls of dwelling and accessory buildings shall comply with Table R302.1(1); or dwellings and accessory buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section R313 shall comply with Table R302.1.

Exceptions:

3. Detached tool sheds and storage sheds, playhouses and similar structures exempted from permits are not required to provide wall protection based on location on the lot. Projections beyond the exterior wall shall not extend over the lot line.
8 SECTION XIII:

Section 15.12.010 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – California Mechanical Code – California Mechanical Code Adopted by Reference) is revised to read as follows:

15.12.010 California Mechanical Code Adopted by Reference.

For the purpose of prescribing regulations for mechanical equipment design, construction, installation, quality of materials, location, operation and maintenance of heating, ventilating, cooling, refrigeration systems, incinerators, and other miscellaneous heat producing appliances within the city the following construction code subject to the modifications set forth in this chapter, is hereby adopted: the California Plumbing Code, 2022 Edition, based on the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code as published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials.

SECTION XIV:

Section 15.16.010 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – California Plumbing Code – California Plumbing Code Adopted by Reference) is revised to read as follows:

15.16.010 California Plumbing Code Adopted by Reference.

For the purpose of prescribing regulations for plumbing equipment construction, alteration, repair, improving, conversion and demolition, the following construction code, subject to the modifications set forth in this chapter, is hereby adopted: the California Plumbing Code, 2022 Edition, based on the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code as published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials.

SECTION XV:

Section 15.17.010 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – California Green Building Code – California Green Building Standards Code Adopted by Reference) is revised to read as follows:

15.17.010 California Green Building Standards Code Adopted by Reference.

For the purpose of prescribing regulations for green building erecting, construction, alteration, repair, improving, conversion and demolition, the following construction code subject to the modifications set forth in this chapter, is hereby adopted: the California Green Building Standards Code (CALGREEN), 2022 Edition, as published by the California Building Standards Commission.

SECTION XVI:

The title of Section 15.17.015 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – California Green Building Code – Amendments to the 2019 California Green Building Standards Code) is revised to read as follows:
9 15.17.015 Amendments to the 2022 California Green Building Standards Code.

SECTION XVII:

Chapter 15.19 is added to Title 15 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – Electric Vehicle Charging Stations) to read as follows:

Chapter 15.19 Electric Vehicle Charging Stations.

15.19.010 Purpose.

The purpose of this chapter is to comply with Government Code Section 65850.7 and to promote and encourage the use of electric vehicles by creating an expedited, streamlined permitting process for electric vehicle charging stations while promoting public health and safety and preventing specific adverse impacts in the installation and use of such charging stations.

15.19.020 Definitions.

A. “Electronic submittal” means the utilization of one or more of the following:

1. Email.

2. The Internet.

3. Facsimile.

B. “Electric vehicle charging station” or “charging station” means any level of electric vehicle supply equipment station that is designed and built in compliance with all requirements of this code and any checklists approved by the building official, and delivers electricity from a source outside an electric vehicle into a plug-in electric vehicle.

15.19.030 Expedited Permitting Process.

A. Streamlined Process. Consistent with Government Code Section 65850.7, the building official shall implement an expedited, streamlined permitting process for electric vehicle charging stations, and adopt a checklist of all requirements with which electric vehicle charging stations shall comply with in order to be eligible for expedited review.

B. Checklist Effective with Commission Approval. The building official’s checklist and procedures shall become effective upon approval by the director of public works or designee.

Such procedures may be amended by the director of public works or designee from time to time.

The city’s adopted checklist and procedures shall be published on the city’s website and shall be binding upon all applicants.

C. Checklist Contents. The checklist and procedures may refer to the recommendations contained in the most current version of the “Plug-In Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Permitting Checklist” of the “Zero-Emission Vehicles in California: Community 10 Readiness Guidebook” as published by the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research. Such checklist must ensure that all requirements of this chapter are met, including the following:

1. Standards for EV Station. Electric vehicle charging station equipment shall meet the requirements of the California Electrical Code, the Society of Automotive Engineers, the National Electrical Manufacturers Association, and accredited testing laboratories such as Underwriters Laboratories, and rules of the Public Utilities Commission or a Municipal Electric Utility Company regarding safety and reliability.

2. Electrical Code Requirements. Installation of electric vehicle charging stations and associated wiring, bonding, disconnecting means and overcurrent protective devices shall meet the requirements of Article 625 and all applicable provisions of the California Electrical Code.

3. Load Calculations. Installation of electric vehicle charging stations shall be incorporated into the load calculations of all new or existing electrical services and shall meet the requirements of the California Electrical Code. Electric vehicle charging equipment shall be considered a continuous load.

4. Anchorage. Anchorage of either floor-mounted or wall-mounted electric vehicle charging stations shall meet the requirements of the California Building or Residential Code as applicable per occupancy, and the provisions of the manufacturer’s installation instructions. Mounting of charging stations shall not adversely affect building elements.

5. Property Owner Associations. In the technical review of a charging station, consistent with Government Code Section 65850.7, the building official shall not condition the approval for any electric vehicle charging station permit on the approval of such a system by an association, as that term is defined by Civil Code Section 4080.

15.19.040 Permit Application Processing.

A. Adverse Impact Prohibited. Prior to submitting an application for processing, the applicant shall verify that the installation of an electric vehicle charging station will not have specific, adverse impact to public health and safety and building occupants. “Specific, adverse impact” means a significant, quantifiable, direct, and unavoidable impact, based on objective, identified, and written public health or safety standards, policies, or conditions as they existed on the date the application was deemed complete. Verification by the applicant includes but is not limited to: electrical system capacity and loads; electrical system wiring, bonding and overcurrent protection; building infrastructure affected by charging station equipment and associated conduits; areas of charging station equipment and vehicle parking.

B. Permit Applications. A permit application that satisfies the information requirements in the city’s adopted checklist shall be deemed complete and be promptly processed.

If the building official determines that the permit application is incomplete, the building official shall issue a written correction notice to the applicant, detailing all deficiencies in the application and any additional information required to be eligible for expedited permit issuance. Upon 11 confirmation by the building official that the permit application and supporting documents meets City’s checklist requirements and is consistent with all applicable laws and health and safety standards, the building official shall, consistent with Government Code Section 65850.7, issue a permit for the electric vehicle charging station.

C. Electronic Submission Permitted. Permit applications covered by this chapter and associated supporting documentation may be submitted via email to the building official, but such documentation shall only be considered received on the date the building official personally responds via email that the documents were received. In accepting such permit applications, the building official shall also accept electronic signatures on all forms, applications, and other documentation in lieu of a wet signature by any applicant.

D. Appeal. The Building Official’s determination may be appealed to the Planning Commission.

1. The cost to file the appeal shall be the same cost as for appeals filed under Section 17.08.070.

2. After conducting the public hearing, the Planning Commission shall issue its determination in writing based upon substantial evidence in the record.

3. The Planning Commission decision shall be final and cannot be appealed to the City Council.

SECTION XVIII:

Section 15.24.010 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – California Electrical Code – California Electric Code Adopted by Reference) is revised to read as follows:

15.24.010 California Electrical Code Adopted by Reference.

For the purpose of prescribing regulations for electrical equipment construction, alteration, repair, improving, conversion and demolition, the following construction code subject to the modifications set forth in this chapter, is hereby adopted: the California Electrical Code, 2022 Edition, based on the 2020 National Electrical Code as published by the National Fire Protection Association.

SECTION XIX:

Section 15.24.025 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – California Electrical Code – Amendments to the 2019 California Electrical Code) is revised to read as follows:

15.24.025 Amendments to the 2022 California Electrical Code. 310.3(B) Conductor Material is revised to add a second paragraph to read as follows:
12 Copper wire shall be used for wiring No. 6 and smaller in all installations. Consideration for use of aluminum wiring can be made by the Building Official for feeder lines only on an individual basis where adequate safety measures can be ensured. 690.13(A) Location is revised to read as follows:

The means to disconnect a photovoltaic and electrical energy storage system shall be installed at a readily accessible location on the exterior of the building. A visible-open, lockable AC disconnect shall be located within three (3) feet of the meter, photovoltaic disconnect, or as required by the Building or Fire Code Official.

SECTION XX:

The title of Section 15.52.070 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – Building Security Standards – Garage-Type Doors) is revised to read as follows:

15.52.070 Garage-Type and Roll-Up Doors.

SECTION XXI:

Section 15.52.070.E of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – Building Security Standards – Garage-Type Doors) is revised to read as follows:

E. Doors that exceed six (6) feet in width, shall have the following options as to locking devices:

1. Two lock-receiving points, or one garage-door type slide bolt may be used if mounted no higher than twenty-six (26) inches from the bottom of the door;

2. A single bolt may be used if placed in the center of the door with the locking point located either at the floor or door frame header;

3. Torsion spring counter balance type hardware may be used if such hardware substantially complies with the requirements of this chapter.

SECTION XXII:

Section 15.52.080.A.6 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – Building Security Standards – Special Building Provisions - Residential) is added to read as follows:

6. All multiple family dwelling common area storage room doors shall be equipped as outlined in Section 15.52.050 and Subsections A1 to 4 in Section 15.52.080 of this code.
13 SECTION XXIII:

Section 15.52.080.C.3 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – Building Security Standards – Special Building Provisions - Residential) is added to read as follows:

3. Parking garages, underground walkways and any covered areas shall be provided with a minimum maintained three to five foot-candles of light on the parking surface. Lighting devices shall be protected by weather and vandalism resistant covers. If necessary, additional criterion may be required by the enforcing authority to exceed IESNA standards.

SECTION XXIV:

Section 15.52.090.H.3 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – Building Security Standards – Special Building Provisions – Non-Residential) is revised to read as follows:

3. All air duct or air vent openings exceeding ninety-six (96) square inches on the roof or exterior walls of any building or premises used for business purposes shall be secured with non-removable screws and by covering the same with either (a) or (b), and (c) and (d) as follows:
a. Iron bars of at least one-half inch round or one inch by one-quarter inch flat steel material spaced no more than five inches apart and securely fastened; or
b. Iron or steel grills of at least one-eighth inch material with a maximum two-inch mesh and securely fastened.
c. Iron or steel louvers shall be a minimum of twelve US gauge metal. d. The above (a, b, and c) must not interfere with venting requirements creating a potentially hazardous condition to health and safety or conflict with the provisions of the current Building Code standards enforced by the City of Orange and/or Title 19 of the California Code of Regulations.

SECTION XXV:

Section 15.53.010 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – California Existing Building Code – California Existing Building Code Adopted by Reference) is revised to read as follows:

15.53.010 California Existing Building Code Adopted by Reference.

For the purpose of prescribing regulations for existing building seismic strengthening, the following construction code, subject to the modifications set forth in this Chapter, is hereby adopted: the California Existing Building Code, 2022 Edition, based on the 2021 International Existing Building Code.
14 SECTION XXVI:

Section 15.54.010 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – California Energy Code – California Energy Code Adopted by Reference) is revised to read as follows:

15.54.010 California Energy Code Adopted by Reference.

For the purpose of prescribing regulations for building energy compliance, the following construction code, subject to the modifications set forth in this Chapter, is hereby adopted: the California Energy Code, 2022 Edition, as published by the California Energy Commission.

SECTION XXVII:

Section 15.55.010 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – International Property Maintenance Code – International Property Maintenance Code Adopted by Reference) is revised to read as follows:

15.55.010 International Property Maintenance Code Adopted by Reference.

For the purpose of prescribing regulations for building maintenance the following construction code subject to the modifications set forth in this chapter, is hereby adopted: the International Property Maintenance Code, 2021 Edition, as published by the International Code Council.
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the International Property Maintenance Code of City of Orange, hereafter referred to as “this code”. 102.3 Application of other codes. Repairs, additions or alterations to a structure, or changes or occupancy, shall be done in accordance with the procedures and provisions of the most current California Codes adopted by the City of Orange. Any reference to an International Code will be viewed as conformity to the adopted California Codes. 103.1 Creation of agency. The Public Works and Community Development Departments are hereby created and the official in charge thereof shall be known as the code official.

The function of the agencies shall be the implementation, administration, and enforcement of the provisions of this code.
302.4 Weeds. Premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from weeds or plant growth in excess of six (6) inches. Noxious weeds shall be prohibited. Weeds shall be defined as all grasses, annual plants and vegetation, other than trees or shrubs provided; however, this term shall not include cultivated flowers and gardens. Upon failure of the owner or agent having charge of a property to cut and destroy weeds after service of a notice of violation, they shall be subject to prosecution in accordance with Section 109.3 and as prescribed by the authority having jurisdiction. Upon failure to comply with the notice of violation, any duly authorized employee of the jurisdiction or contractor hired by the jurisdiction shall be authorized to enter upon the property in violation and cut and 15 destroy the weeds growing thereon, and the costs of such removal shall be paid by the owner or agent responsible for the property.
304.14 Insect screens. Annually, every door, window and other outside opening required for ventilation of habitable rooms, food preparation areas, food service areas or any areas where products to be included or utilized in food for human consumption are processed, manufactured, packaged or stored shall be supplied with approved tightly fitting screens of minimum 16 mesh per inch (16 mesh per 25 mm), and every screen door used for insect control shall have a self-closing device in good working condition. 602.3 Heat supply. Every owner and operator of any building who rents, leases or lets one or more dwelling units or sleeping units on terms, either expressed or implied, to furnish heat to the occupants thereof shall supply heat to a minimum temperature of 68° F in all habitable rooms, bathrooms, and toilet rooms.
602.4 Occupiable work spaces. Indoor occupiable work spaces shall be supplied with heat to a minimum temperature of 65° F during the period the spaces are occupied.

SECTION XXVIII:

Chapter 15.56 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – California Elevator Safety Code) is hereby deleted in its entirety.

SECTION XXIX:

Section 15.57.010 of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – California Historic Building Code – California Historic Building Code Adopted by Reference) is revised to read as follows:

15.57.010 California Historic Building Code Adopted by Reference.

For the purpose of prescribing regulations for historic building regulations, the following construction code is hereby adopted: the California Historic Building Code, 2022 Edition, as published by the California Building Standards Commission.

SECTION XXX:

The first paragraph of Section 15.60.210.D of the Orange Municipal Code (Buildings and Construction – Flood Damage Prevention – Mudslide (i.e., Mudflow) - Prone Areas) is revised to read as follows, with the remainder of Section 15.60.210.D unchanged:

D. Based on the Flood Insurance Rate Map, the following standards shall comply with the California Residential or Building Code as applicable:
16 SECTION XXXI:

If any section, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance, and each section, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause and phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one (or more) section, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase had been declared invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION XXXII:

The City Clerk is hereby directed to certify the adoption of this Ordinance and cause the same to be published as required by law. This Ordinance shall take effect the later of thirty (30) days from and after the date of its final passage or January 1, 2023.

ADOPTED this ____ day of ___________________, 2022.

Mark A. Murphy, Mayor, City of Orange
ATTEST:

Pamela Coleman, City Clerk, City of Orange

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I, PAMELA COLEMAN, City Clerk of the City of Orange, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was introduced at the regular meeting of the City Council held on the ___ day of _______________, 2022, and thereafter at the regular meeting of said City Council duly held on the ___ day of _______________, 2022, was duly passed and adopted by the following vote, to wit:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

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Pamela Coleman, City Clerk, City of Orange

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