Placentia City Council
November 15, 2022

ORDINANCE NO. 0-2022-11

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PLACENTIA, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THAT ADOPTION OF 2022 FIRE AND BUILDING

RELATED CODES IS EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA

ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO CEQA
SECTION 15061(6)(3) AND, REPEALING CHAPTER 18.04 OF TITLE 18 AND CHAPTERS 20.04, 20.08, 20.12, 20.16, 20.20, 20.46, 20.48, 20.50,

20.52 AND 20.54 OF TITLE 20 OF THE PLACENTIA MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE, THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, 2022 EDITION, THE 2022 EDITIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING,

RESIDENTIAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, MECHANICAL, AND GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, 2021 EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE, 2022 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE, 2022 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA
HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE AND 2022 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE,

INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES, WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS,

ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS THERETO, INCLUDING FEES AND

PENALTIES
City Attorney's Summary
This Ordinance repeals existing provisions of Titles 18 and 20 of the Placentia Municipal Code and adopts new standards and codes regulating and governing the safeguarding of life and property from fire and explosion hazards arising from the storage, handling and use of hazardous substances, materials and devices, and from conditions hazardous to life or property in the occupancy of buildings and premises in the City as well as prescribing regulations for erecting, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, improving, removal, conversion, demolition, occupancy, equipment use, height, and area of buildings and structures. This Ordinance adopts, by reference, the California Fire Code, 2022 Edition, and codes adopted by the California Building Standards Commission, including the California Building Code, 2022 Edition, the California Residential Code, 2022 Edition, the California Green Building Standards Code, 2022 Edition; the California Plumbing Code, 2022 Edition, the California Mechanical Code, 2022 Edition, the California Electrical Code, 2022 Edition, the 2021 Edition of the International Property Maintenance Code, the 2022 Edition of the California Existing Building Code, the 2022 Edition of the California Historical Building Code, the California Energy Code, 2022 Edition and provides for the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefor and establishing penalties for violation(s) thereof.

A. Recitals.

1. WHEREAS, pursuant to California Government Code Section 50022.1 et seq. the City of Placentia may adopt by reference the California Building Standards Code, 2022 Edition as provided in Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations and other model codes; and

2. WHEREAS, the California Building Standards Commission ("Commission") recently adopted the 2022 Edition of the California Building Standards Code; and

3. WHEREAS, California Health and Safety Code Section 17958.7 and 18941.5 authorize cities to adopt the California Building Standards Code with modifications Ordinance 0-2022-11 1
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determined to be reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions; and

4. WHEREAS, the City desires to adopt the California Building Standards Code and other model codes with the necessary amendments to assure the Codes are tailored to the particular safety needs of the City as required by its unique climatic, geological and topographical conditions; and

5. WHEREAS, the Building Official has recommended that changes and modifications be made to the California Building Standards Code, and have advised that certain changes and modifications to said Code are reasonably necessary due to local conditions within the City, and have further advised that the remainder of the said changes and modifications are of an administrative or procedural nature, or concern themselves with subjects not covered by the Code, or are reasonably necessary to safeguard life and property within the City; and

6. WHEREAS, the Fire Marshall and Building Official have recommended that changes and modifications be made to the California Building Standards Code, which are necessary for administrative clarification and to establish administrative standards for the effective enforcement of the building standards of the City and do not modify a building standard pursuant to California Health & Safety Code Section 17958, 17958.7, and/or 18941.5; and

7. WHEREAS, the City held a public hearing on November 15, 2022, at which time all interested persons had the opportunity to appear and be heard on the matter of adopting the Codes as amended herein; and

8. WHEREAS, the City published notice of the aforementioned public hearing pursuant to California Government Code Section 6066 on November 3, 2022 and November 10, 2022; and

9. WHEREAS, any and all other legal prerequisites relating to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred.

B. Ordinance.

The City Council of the City of Placentia does ordain as follows:

SECTION 1. In all respects as set forth in the Recitals, Part A., of this Ordinance.

SECTION 2. Purpose. The purpose of this ordinance is to adopt by reference the latest edition of the California Fire Code, 2022 Edition, and the California Building Code, 2022 Edition, the California Residential Code, 2022 Edition, the California Green Building Standards Code, 2022 Edition; the California Plumbing Code, 2022 Edition, the California Mechanical Code, 2022 Edition, the California Electrical Code, 2022 Edition, the 2021 Edition of the International Property Maintenance Code, the 2022 Edition of the California Existing Building Code, the 2022 Edition of the California Historical Building Code.

SECTION 3. Authority. Pursuant to Government Code section 50022.2, the City Council adopts this ordinance adopting by reference the California Building Standards 2 Code (California Code of Regulations, Title 24) as required and/or permitted by state statutes, including Health and Safety Code sections 17922, 18938 and 18941.5.

SECTION 4. Findings. The City Council made findings that the proposed amendments to the Codes are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geologic or topographic conditions. The findings are supported and based upon the express findings and determinations, set forth in Resolution No. R-2022-80, adopted November 15, 2022.

SECTION 5. CEQA. The adoption of updated Building and Fire Codes has been reviewed by staff in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") and the CEQA Guidelines and the City of Placentia Local Guidelines for implementing CEQA and the City Council hereby determines that the adoption of this Ordinance is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines, Section 21065 of the Public Resources Code and the City of Placentia Local Guidelines for implementing CEQA.

SECTION 6. Amendment. Chapter 18.04 of Title 18 and Chapters 20.04, 20.08,

20.12, 20.16, 20.20, 20.46, 20.48, 20.50, 20.52 and 20.54 of Title 20 of the Placentia Municipal Code hereby are repealed, in their entirety; provided, however, that said repeal shall not vitiate any permit or entitlement issued thereunder and, further, said repeal shall not apply to or excuse any violation(s) thereof occurring prior to the effective date of this ordinance and provided further that the codes thereby adopted, as previously adopted by reference and amended by ordinances of this City, shall continue to be applicable to construction wherein plans have been submitted for plan check as of the effective date of this ordinance so long as the initial permit therefor is issued no later than thirty (30) days after the effective date of this Ordinance.

SECTION 7. A new Chapter 18.04 hereby is added to Title 18 of the Placentia Municipal Code to read, in words and figures, as follows:
"Chapter 18.04
California Fire Code, 2022 Edition
Sections:

18.04.010 Title

18.04.020 Purpose

18.04.030 Adoption of Fire Code

18.04.040 Definition of Terms

18.04.050 Amendments to Fire Code

18.04.060 Enforcement and Inspections

18.04.070 Fees

18.04.080 Copy filed
Section 18.04.010 - Title.

This Chapter shall be known as the `Placentia Fire Code. 3 Section 18.04.020 - Purpose.

The purpose of this chapter is to prescribe regulations and govern the safeguarding of life and property from fire and explosion hazards arising from the storage, handling and use of hazardous substances, materials and devices, and from conditions hazardous to life or property in the occupancy of buildings and premises as herein provided.

Section 18.04.030 - Adoption of Fire Code.

There hereby is adopted as the `Placentia Fire Code,' except as otherwise provided in this Chapter, those certain fire codes know and designated as the California Fire Code 2022 Edition based on the 2021 International Fire Code as published by the "International Code Council", shall become the fire code of the City for regulating the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conservation, occupancy, equipment, use, height, area and maintenance of all buildings and/or structures in the City for all fire related issues. The California Fire Code and its appendix chapters will be on file for public examination in the office of the Building Official/Fire Marshal and the City Clerk's office. Whenever the California Code of Regulations and State Building Standards Code of Regulations differ from any provision of the Placentia Fire Code, said State regulations shall prevail over the provisions of the Placentia Fire Code except as specifically modified herein.

Section 18.04.040 - Definition of Terms.

Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in the California Fire Code, each such name or term shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows:
(A) `Building department' means the `building division' of the City. (B) `Building official' means the chief building official of the City as appointed by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee. (C) `City' means the City of Placentia.
(D) 'Fire code official' means the Chief of the Placentia Fire and Life Safety Department or other individual as appointed by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee.
(E) `Jurisdiction' means the City of Placentia.
(F) `Local Enforcing Agency' means the agency for which the Fire Code Official performs its duties and/or the City.
(G) 'OCFA' means Orange County Fire Authority.

Section 18.04.050 - Amendments to Fire Code.
4 The following provisions of the California Fire Code hereby are amended to read, in words and figures, as follows:

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

Section 112.4 Violation penalties is hereby revised as follows: Infraction, Misdemeanor, as follows:
112.4 Violation penalties. Persons who shall violate a provision of this code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall erect, install, alter, repair or do work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the fire code official, or of a permit or certificate used under provisions of this code, shall be guilty of either a misdemeanor, infraction or both as prescribed in Section 112.4.2 and 112.4.3. Penalties shall be as prescribed in local ordinance. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense.

Sections 112.4.2 Infraction is hereby added as follows:
112.4.2 Infraction. Except as provided in Section 112.4.3, persons operating or maintaining any occupancy, premises or vehicle subject to this code that shall permit any fire or life safety hazard to exist on premises under their control shall be guilty of an infraction.

Sections 112.4.3 Misdemeanor is hereby added as follows:
112.4.3 Misdemeanor. Persons who fail to take immediate action to abate a fire or life safety hazard when ordered or notified to do so by the chief or a duly authorized representative, or who violate the following sections of this code, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor:
104.12.2 Obstructing operations
104.12.3 Systems and Devices
109.6 Overcrowding
112.3.2 Compliance with Orders and Notices
113.4 Failure to comply
305.4 Deliberate or negligent burning
308.1.2 Throwing or placing sources of ignition
310.7 Burning Objects
3107.4Open or exposed flames
5 Chapter 2
Definitions
Chapter 2 Definitions is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

Sections 202 General Definitions is hereby revised by adding" "Flow -line" and "Hazardous Fire Area,— as follows:
202 General Definitions
FLOW -LINE. The lowest continuous elevation on a curb defined by the path traced by a particle in a moving body of water at the bottom of the rolled curb.

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

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

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

Chapter 3
General Requirements
Chapter 3 General Requirements is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

Section 304.1.2 Vegetation is hereby revised as follows:
304.1.2 Vegetation. Weeds, grass, vines or other growth that is capable of being ignited and endangering property, shall be cut down and removed by the owner or occupant of the premises. Vegetation clearance requirement in urban-wildland interface areas shall be in accordance with Chapter 49 and City of Placentia vegetation management guidelines.

Section 305.6 Disposal of Rubbish is hereby added as follows:
305.6 Disposal of rubbish. Rubbish, trash or combustible waste material shall be burned only within an approved incinerator and in accordance with Section 307.2.1.

Section 307.6 Outdoor Fireplaces, Fire Pits, Fire Rings, or similar devices used at Group R Occupancies is hereby added as follows:
6 307.6 Outdoor Fireplaces, Fire Pits, Fire Rings, or similar devices used at Group R Occupancies. Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, fire rings, or similar exterior devices used at Group R occupancies shall comply with this section.

Exception: Barbeques, grills, and other portable devices intended solely for cooking.

Section 307.6.1 Gas -fueled devices is hereby added as follows:
307.6.1 Gas -fueled devices. Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits and similar devices fueled by natural gas or liquefied -petroleum gas are allowed when approved by the Building Department and the device is designed to only burn a gas flame and not wood or other solid fuel. At R-3 occupancies, combustible construction and vegetation shall not be located within three feet of an atmospheric column that extends vertically from the perimeter of the device. At other R occupancies, the minimum distance shall be ten feet. Where a permanent Building Department approved hood and vent is installed, combustible construction may encroach upon this column between the bottom of the hood and the vent opening. Where chimneys or vents are installed, they shall have a spark arrester as defined in Section 202.

Section 307.6.2 Devices using wood or fuels other than natural gas or liquefied - petroleum gas is hereby added as follows:
307.6.2 Devices using wood or fuels other than natural gas or liquefied - petroleum gas. Permanent outdoor fireplaces burning wood or other solid fuel shall be constructed in accordance with the California Building Code with clearance from combustible construction and building openings as required therein. Fires in a fireplace shall be contained within a firebox with an attached chimney. The opening in the face of the firebox shall have an installed and maintained method of arresting sparks.

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

Exceptions:

Portable fireplaces and fire rings/pits equipped with a device to arrest sparks shall be located at least 3' from combustible construction at R-3 occupancies,
Portable fireplaces, and fire pits/rings equipped with a device to arrest sparks, shall be located at least 15 feet from combustible structures at other R occupancies.

Section 307.6.2.1 Where prohibited is hereby added as follows:
307.6.2.1 Where prohibited. The burning of wood and other solid fuels shall not be conducted within a fuel modification zone, Wildfire Risk Area (WRA), Wildland- 7 Urban Interface Area (WUI), or in locations where conditions could cause the spread of fire to the WRA or WUI.

Exceptions:

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

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

Section 324 Fuel Modification Requirements for New Construction is hereby added as follows:
324 Fuel Modification Requirements for New Construction. All new buildings to be built or installed in areas with or adjacent to land having hazardous combustible vegetation shall comply with the requirements in the edition of City of Placentia Vegetation Management Guidelines currently in use at the time of plan submittal.

Section 325 Clearance of brush or vegetation growth from roadways is hereby added as follows:
325 Clearance of brush or vegetation growth from roadways. The fire code official is authorized to cause areas within 10 feet (3048 mm) on each side of portions of highways and private streets which are improved, designed or ordinarily used for vehicular traffic, to be cleared of flammable vegetation and other combustible growth. Measurement shall be from the flow -line or the end of the improved edge of the roadway surfaces.

Exception: Single specimens of trees, ornamental shrubbery or cultivated ground cover such as green grass, ivy, succulents or similar plants used as ground covers, provided that they do not form a means of readily transmitting fire.

Section 326 Unusual Circumstances is hereby added as follows:
326 Unusual circumstances. The fire code official may suspend enforcement of the vegetation management requirements and require reasonable alternative measures designed to advance the purpose of this code if determined that in any specific case that any of the following conditions exist:

1. Difficult terrain.

2. Danger of erosion.

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

4. Stands or groves of trees or heritage trees.

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

Section 327 Use of Equipment is hereby added as follows:
327 Use of equipment. Except as otherwise provided in this section, no person shall use, operate, or cause to be operated in, upon or adjoining any hazardous fire 8 area any internal combustion engine which uses hydrocarbon fuels, unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrester as defined in Section 327.1 maintained in effective working order, or the engine is constructed, equipped and maintained for the prevention of fire.

Exceptions:

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

2. Turbocharged engines are not subject to this section if all exhausted gases pass through the rotating turbine wheel, there is no exhaust bypass to the atmosphere, and the turbocharger is in good mechanical condition
Section 327.1 Spark Arresters is hereby added as follows:
327.1 Spark arresters. Spark arresters shall comply with the following:

1. A spark arrester is a device constructed of nonflammable material specifically for the purpose of removing and retaining carbon and other flammable particles over 0.0232 of an inch (0.58 mm) in size from the exhaust flow of an internal combustion engine that uses hydrocarbon fuels or which is qualified and rated by the United States Forest Service.

2. Spark arresters affixed to the exhaust system of engines or vehicles subject to Section 324 shall not be placed or mounted in such a manner as to allow flames or heat from the exhaust system to ignite any flammable material.

Section 328 Restricted Entry is hereby added as follows:
328 Restricted entry. The fire code official shall determine and publicly announce when hazardous fire areas shall be closed to entry and when such areas shall again be opened to entry. Entry on and occupation of hazardous fire areas, except public roadways, inhabited areas or established trails and camp sites which have not been closed during such time when the hazardous fire area is closed to entry, is prohibited.

Exceptions:

1. Residents and owners of private property within hazardous fire areas and their invitees and guests going to or being upon their lands.

2. Entry, in the course of duty, by peace or police officers, and other duly authorized public officers, members of a fire department and members of the United States Forest Service.

Section 329 Trespassing on posted property is hereby added as follows:
329 Trespassing on posted property. When the fire code official determines that a specific area within a hazardous fire area presents an exceptional and continuing 9 fire danger because of the density of natural growth, difficulty of terrain, proximity to structures or accessibility to the public, such areas shall be closed until changed conditions warrant termination of closure. Such areas shall be posted as hereinafter provided.

1. Signs. Approved signs prohibiting entry by unauthorized persons and referring to applicable fire code chapters shall be placed on every closed area

2. Trespassing. Entering and remaining within areas closed and posted is prohibited.

Exception: Owners and occupiers of private or public property within closed and posted areas, their guests or invitees, and local, state and federal public officers and their authorized agents acting in the course of duty.

Chapter 4
Emergency Planning and Preparedness
Chapter 4: Emergency Planning and Preparedness Adopt only the Sections listed below:

1. 401-401.9

2. 402

3. 403.1

4. 403.2

5. 403.4-403.4.4

6. 403.10.2.1.1

7. 403..12 — 403.12.3

8. 404.5— 404.6.6

9. 407
Chapter 5
Fire Service Features
Chapter 5 Fire Service Features is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

SECTION 501.1 Scope is revised as follows:
501.1 Scope. Fire service features for buildings, structures and premises shall comply with this chapter and the City of Placentia Guideline for Fire Department Access & Water Requires for Commercial & Residential Development, and the City of Placentia Guideline for Underground Piping for Private Hydrants & Sprinkler Supply Line. 10 SECTION 504.5 Escape Windows is added as follows:
504.5 Escape window access. Where escape windows are required by Section 1031.2, fire department access shall be provided to the escape window. An unobstructed setback area shall be provided. The minimum setback distance shall be calculated ((H/5)+2)+P= Clear space required.

Where:

H = Height of the windowsill measured from the exterior ground surface P = 3' ladder pad
SECTION 504.5 .1 Ladder Pad is added as follows:
504.5.1 Ladder Pad. Where a laddering pad is required, it shall be free of obstructions and vegetation for a minimum of 3 -foot x 3 -foot area. The laddering pad shall be a firm surface such as compacted decomposed granite, concrete, pavers, or asphalt. The laddering pad shall be placed at a distance from the structure as calculated by Section 504.5.

Chapter 6
Building Services and Systems
Chapter 6 Building Services and Systems is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 7
Fire and Smoke Protection
Chapter 7 Fire and Smoke Protection is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 8
Interior Finish, Decorative Materials and Furnishings
Chapter 8 Interior Finish, Decorative Materials and Furnishings is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 9
Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems
Chapter 9 Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

SECTION 903.2, Where required, is hereby amended as follows:
903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be provided in the locations described in this section as follows:
11 a) New buildings: In addition to the requirements of section 903.2.1 through 903.2.21, approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be provided when the gross area of the building exceeds 5,000 ft2 or more than two-story high.

Exception: Group R-3, occupancies shall comply with sections 903.2.8 b) Alteration: When the floor area of the Alteration within any two-year period exceeds
75% of area of the existing structure and the alteration includes structural modifications other than seismic upgrade.
c) Addition: Sprinkler protection shall be provided throughout the entire building when

1. Existing building less than 5,000 ft2: where 33% or more is added and the gross floor areas exceeds 5,000 ft2.

2. Existing building equal or greater than 5,000 ft2: where more than 2,000 ft2 is added.

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

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

2. Existing buildings: An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout when one of the following conditions exists:
a) When an addition is 50% or more of the existing building area, as defined in Section 502.1, or greater than 1000 square feet (92.903 m2) within a two year period; or
b) An addition when the existing building is already provided with automatic sprinklers; or
c) When an existing Group R Occupancy is being substantially renovated, and where the scope of the renovation is such that the Building Code Official determined that the complexity of installing a sprinkler system would be similar as in a new building.

SECTION 903.2.10 Group S-2, is hereby amended as follows:
903.2.10: Group S-2 Parking Garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings classified as parking garages.

SECTION 903.2.10.1, Commercial Parking Garages, is hereby deleted without replacement.
12 Section 903.3.5.3 Hydraulically calculated systems is hereby added as follows:
903.3.5.3 Hydraulically calculated systems. The design of hydraulically calculated fire sprinkler systems shall not exceed 90% of the water supply capacity Exception: When static pressure exceeds 100 psi, and required by the Fire Code Official, the fire sprinkler system shall not exceed water supply capacity specified by Table 903.3.5.3
TABLE 903.3.5.3
Hydraulically Calculated Systems
Design
7—
80 —
85 —
i I I I I
80100 110 120 130 140 150
PSI
SECTION 903.4, Sprinkler system supervision and alarms, is hereby amended by modifying item 1, deleting item 5 and 8, and renumbering the Exceptions as follows:

Exceptions:

1. Automatic sprinkler systems protecting one- and two-family dwellings.

Exterior alarm specified by Section 903.4.2 shall apply.

2. Limited area systems serving fewer than 20 sprinklers.

3. Automatic sprinkler systems installed in accordance with NFPA 13R where the common supply main is used to supply both the domestic and automatic sprinkler system, and a separate shutoff valve for automatic sprinkler system is not provided.

4. Jockey pump control valves that are sealed or locked in the open position.

5. Valves controlling the fuel supply to fire pump engines that are sealed or locked in the open position.

6. Trim valves to pressure switches in dry, pre -action and deluge sprinkler systems that are sealed or locked in the open position.

Chapter 10
Means of Egress
Chapter 10 Means of Egress is adopted in its entirety without amendments Chapter 11
13 Construction Requirements for Existing Buildings
Chapter 11 Construction Requirements for Existing Buildings. Adopt only those Sections and Subsections listed below:

1. 11.3.3.3

2. 1103.7

3. 1103.7.3

4. 1103.7.3.1

5. 1103.7.8 — 1103.7.8.2

6. 1103.7.9 — 1103.7.9.10

7. 1103.8 — 1103.8.5.3

8. 1103.9.1

9. 1107

10.1113

11.1114

12.1115

13.1116
Chapter 12
Energy Systems
Chapter 20 Energy Systems is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

Section 1205.2 Access and Pathways.

Exception 3. Building -Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) systems where the BIPV systems are approved, integrated into the finished roof surface and are listed in accordance with a national test standard developed to address Section 690.12(B)(2) of the California Electrical Code. The removal or cutting away of portions of the BIPV system during firefighting operations shall not expose a firefighter to electrical shock hazard and smoke ventilation opportunity areas have been identified.

Chapter 20
Aviation Facilities
Chapter 20 Aviation Facilities is adopted in its entirety without amendments:

Chapter 21
Dry Cleaning
Chapter 21 Dry Cleaning is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 22
Combustible Dust -Producing Operations
Chapter 22 Combustible Dust -Producing Operations is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 23
Motor Fuel -Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages
Chapter 23 Motor Fuel -Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 24
Flammable Finishes
14 Chapter 24 Flammable Finishes is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 25
Fruit and Crop Ripening
Chapter 25 Fruit and Crop Ripening is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 26
Fumigation and Thermal Insecticidal Fogging
Chapter 26 Fumigation and Thermal Insecticidal Fogging is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 27
Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities
Chapter 27 Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities is adopted in its entirety without amendments
Chapter 28
Lumber Yards and Agro -Industrial, solid Biomass and Woodworking Facilities Chapter 28 Lumber Yards and Agro -Industrial, Solid Biomass, and Woodworking Facilities is adopted in its entirety without amendments:

Chapter 29
Manufacture of Organic Coatings
Chapter 29 Manufacture of Organic Coatings is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 30
Industrial Ovens
Chapter 30 Industrial Ovens is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 31
Tents, Temporary Special Event Structures and Other Membrane Structures Chapter 31 Tents, Temporary Special Event Structures and Other Membrane Structures is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 32
High -Piled Combustible Storage
Chapter 32 High -Piled Combustible Storage is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 33
Fire Safety During Construction and Demolition
Chapter 33 Fire Safety During Construction and Demolition is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 34
Tire Rebuilding and Tire Storage
Chapter 34 Tire Rebuilding and Tire Storage is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 35
15 Welding and Other Hot Work
Chapter 35 Welding and Other Hot Work is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 36
Marinas
Chapter 36 Marinas is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 37
Combustible Fibers
Chapter 37 Aviation Facilities is adopted in its entirety without amendments:

Chapter 38
Higher Education Laboratories
Chapter 38 Higher Education Laboratories is adopted in its entirety without amendments:

Chapter 39
Processing and Extraction Facilities
Chapter 39 Processing and Extraction Facilities is adopted in its entirety without amendments:

Chapter 40
Storage of Distilled Spirits and Wines
Chapter 40 Storage of Distilled Spirits and Wines is adopted in its entirety without amendments:

Chapter 48
Motion Picture and Television Production Studio Sound Stages, Approved Production Facilities and Production Locations
Chapter 48 Motion Picture and Television Production Studio Sound Stages, Approved Production Facilities and Production Locations is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 49
Requirements for Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Areas
Chapter 49 Requirements for Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Areas is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

Section 4906.2 Application. is hereby revised by as follows:
4906.2 Application. All new plantings of vegetation in State Responsibility Areas (SRA) and Local Responsibility Areas (LRA) designated as a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone shall comply with Sections 4906.3 through 4906.5.3 and I City of Placentia Vegetation Management Guidelines.

Section 4911 Fuel Modification Requirements for New Construction is hereby added as follows:
16 4911 Fuel Modification Requirements for New Construction. All new buildings to be built or installed in hazardous fire areas shall comply with the following:

1. Preliminary fuel modification plans shall be submitted to and approved by the fire code official concurrent with the submittal for approval of any tentative map.

2. Final fuel modification plans shall be submitted to and approved by the fire code official prior to the issuance of a grading permit.

2.1 The fuel modification plan shall include provisions for the maintenance of the fuel modification for perpetuity.

3. The fuel modification plans shall meet the criteria set forth in the Fuel Modification Section of the City of Placentia Vegetation Management Guidelines.

4. The fuel modification plan may be altered if conditions change. Any alterations to the fuel modification areas shall have prior approval from the fire code official.

5. All elements of the fuel modification plan shall be maintained in accordance with the approved plan and are subject to the enforcement process outlined in the Fire Code.

Chapter 50
Hazardous Materials — General Provisions
Chapter 50 Hazardous Materials — General Provisions is adopted in its entirely with the following amendments.

Section 5001.5.2 Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement (HMIS), is hereby amended by modifying the starting paragraph as follows:
5001.5.2 Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement (HMIS). Where required by the fire code official, an application for a permit shall include City of Placentia Chemical Classification Packet, which shall be completed and approved prior to approval of plans, and/or the storage, use or handling of chemicals on the premises. The Chemical Classification Packet shall include the following information and formatted as specified in the City of Placentia Chemical Classification Packet:

1. Product Name

2. Component

3. Chemical Abstract Service (CAS) number

4. Location where stored or used.

5. Container size

6. Hazard classification

7. Amount in storage

8. Amount in use -closed systems

9. Amount in use -open systems.

Section 5003.1.1.1 Extremely Hazardous Material is hereby added as follows:
5003.1.1.1 Extremely Hazardous Substances. No person shall use or store any amount of extremely hazardous substances (EHS) in excess of the disclosable amounts 17 (see Health and Safety Code Section 25500 et al) in a residential zoned or any residentially developed property
Chapter 51
Aerosols
Chapter 51 Aerosols is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 53
Compressed Gases
Chapter 53 Compressed Gases is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 54
Corrosive Materials
Chapter 54 Corrosive materials is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 55
Cryogenic Fluids
Chapter 55 Cryogenic Fluids is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 56
Explosives and Fireworks
Chapter 56 Explosives and Fireworks California Fire Code Chapter 56 is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

Section 5601.2.5 Retail Fireworks is hereby added as follows:
5601.2.5 Retail Fireworks. The storage, use, sale, possession, and handling of fireworks 1.4G (commonly referred to as Safe & Sane) and fireworks 1.3G is prohibited.

Exception: Fireworks 1.4G and fireworks 1.3G may be part of an electrically fired public display when permitted and conducted by a licensed pyrotechnic operator
Section 5601.3.6 Seizure of Fireworks is hereby added as follows:
5601.3.6 Seizure of Fireworks. The fire code official shall have the authority to seize, take, remove all fireworks stored, sold, offered for sale, used or handled in violation of the provisions of Title 19 CCR, Chapter 6. Any seizure or removal pursuant to this section shall be in compliance with all applicable statutory, constitutional, and decisional law.

Section 5608.2 Firing is hereby added as follows:
5608.2 Firing. All fireworks displays shall be electrically fired.

Section 5614 Explosives and blasting is hereby added as follows:
5614 Explosives and blasting. Explosives shall not be possessed, kept, stored, sold, offered for sale, given away, used, discharged, transported or disposed of within wildland-urban interface areas, or hazardous fire areas except by permit from the fire code official.
18 Chapter 57
Flammable and Combustible Liquids
Chapter 57 Flammable and Combustible Liquids is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments.

Section 5704.2.3.2 Label or placard is hereby amended by modifying the NFPA standard as follows:
5704.2.3.2 Label or placard. Tanks more than 100 gallons (379 L) in capacity, which are permanently installed or mounted and used for the storage of Class 1, 11 or III liquids, shall bear a label and placard identifying the material therein.

Placards shall be 3" red letters on white background and made of durable materiel.

Section 5707 On Demand Mobile Fueling Operations hereby amended by as follows:

Sections 5707.1 General. On -demand mobile fueling operations that dispense Class 1, 11 and 111 liquids into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles shall be prohibited.

Sections 5707.2 through 5707.6 is hereby deleted without replacement.

Chapter 58
Flammable Gases and Flammable Cryogenic Fluids
Chapter 58 Flammable Gases and Flammable Cryogenic Fluids is adopted in its entirety with the following amendment.

Section 5801.1 Scope is hereby revised as follows:
5801.1 Scope. The storage and use of flammable gases and flammable cryogenic fluids shall be in accordance with this chapter, NFPA 2 and NFPA 55. Compressed gases shall also comply with Chapter 53 and cryogenic fluids shall also comply with Chapter 55.

Flammable cryogenic fluids shall comply with Section 5806. Hydrogen motor fuel - dispensing stations and repair garages and their associated above -ground hydrogen storage systems shall also be designed, constructed and maintained in accordance with Chapter 23. Mobile fueling of hydrogen -fueled vehicles shall comply with Section 5809.

Development of projects within 300 feet of active or abandoned oil well shall comply with Placentia Combustible Soil Has Hazard Mitigation Guideline.

Chapter 59
Flammable Solids
Chapter 59 Flammable Solids is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 60
Highly Toxic and Toxic Materials
Chapter 60 Highly Toxic and Toxic Materials is adopted in its entirety without 19 amendments.

Chapter 61
Liquefied Petroleum Gases
Chapter 61 Liquefied Petroleum Gases is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 62
Organic Peroxides
Chapter 62 Organic Peroxides is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 63
Oxidizers, Oxidizing Gases, and Oxidizing Cryogenic Fluids Chapter 63 Oxidizers, Oxidizing Gases, and Oxidizing Cryogenic Fluids is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 64
Pyrophoric Materials
Chapter 64 Pyrophoric Materials is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 65
Pyroxylin (Cellulose Nitrate) Plastics
Chapter 65 Pyroxylin (Cellulose Nitrate) Plastics is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 66
Unstable (Reactive) Materials
Chapter 66 Unstable (Reactive) Materials is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 67
Water -Reactive Solids and Liquids
Chapter 67 Water -Reactive Solids and Liquids is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Chapter 80
Referenced Standards
Chapter 80 Referenced Standards is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

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

Section 16.12.3.3 is hereby revised as follows:

16.12.3.3 Fire department connections (FDC) shall be of an approved type. The FDC shall contain a minimum of two 2'/2" inlets. The location shall be approved and be no more than 100 feet from a public hydrant. The FDC may be located within 100 feet of a private fire hydrant when approved by the fire code official. The size of piping and the number of inlets shall be approved by the fire code official. If acceptable to the water authority, it may be installed on the backflow assembly. 20 Fire department inlet connections shall be painted OSHA safety red. When the fire sprinkler density design requires 500 gpm (including inside hose stream demand) or greater, or a standpipe system is included, four 2 1/2" inlets shall be provided.

Section 9.4.3.1 is hereby revised as follows:

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

Sprinklers in light hazard occupancies shall be one of the following:
(1) Quick -response type as defined in 3.6.4.8
(2) Residential sprinklers in accordance with the requirements of 8.4.5 (3) Quick response CMSA sprinklers
(4) ESFR sprinklers
(5) Standard -response sprinklers used for modifications or additions to existing light hazard systems equipped with standard -response sprinklers (6) Standard -response sprinklers used where individual standard -response sprinklers are replaced in existing light hazard systems Section 9.2.1.7 is hereby revised as follows:

9.2.1.7 Concealed spaces filled with noncombustible insulation shall not require sprinkler protection when approved by the fire code official.

Section 19.1.1.1 is hereby added as follows:

19.1.1.1 When fire sprinkler systems are required in buildings of undetermined use other than warehouses, they shall be designed and installed to have a fire sprinkler density of not less than that required for an Ordinary Hazard Group 2 use, with no reduction(s) in density or design area. Warehouse fire sprinkler systems shall be designed to Figure 21.4.1.2.2.1 (d) curve "D". Use is considered undetermined if a specific tenant/occupant is not identified at the time the sprinkler plan is submitted.

Where a subsequent occupancy requires a system with greater capability, it shall be the responsibility of the occupant to upgrade the system to the required density for the new occupancy.

Section 11.2.3.1.1.1 is hereby added as follows:

11.2.3.1.1.1 The available water supply for fire sprinkler system design shall be determined by one of the following methods, as approved by the Fire Code Official:
1) Subtract the project site elevation from the low water level for the appropriate pressure zone and multiply the result by 0.433; 2) Use a maximum of 40 psi, if available;
3) Utilize the City of Placentia water -flow test form/directions to document a flow test conducted by the local water agency or an approved third party licensed in the State of California.

Section 16.9.10.2 is hereby deleted without replacement. 21 Section 16.9.10.3 is hereby deleted without replacement.

Section 16.9.10.4 is hereby deleted without replacement.

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

Section 5.1.3 is hereby added as follows:

5.1.3 Stock of Spare Sprinklers
Section 5.1.3.1 is hereby added as follows:

5.1.3.1. A supply of at least two sprinklers for each type shall be maintained on the premises so that any sprinklers that have operated or been damaged in any way can be promptly replaced.

Section 5.1.3.2 is hereby added as follows:

5.1.3.2 The sprinklers shall correspond to the types and temperature ratings of the sprinklers in the property.

Section 5.1.3.3 is hereby added as follows:

5.1.3.3 The sprinklers shall be kept in a cabinet located where the temperature to which they are subjected will at no time exceed 100 °F (38°C).

Section 5.1.3.4 is hereby added as follows:

5.1.3.4 A special sprinkler wrench shall be provided and kept in the cabinet to be used in the removal and installation of sprinklers. One sprinkler wrench shall be provided for each type of sprinkler installed.

Section 7.1.2 is hereby revised as follows:

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

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

Section 7.3.1.1 is hereby is deleted in its entirety and replaced as follows:

7.3.1.1 Class I and III Standpipe hose connections shall be unobstructed and shall be located not less than 18 inches or more than 24 inches above the finished floor. Class II Standpipe hose connections shall be unobstructed and shall be located not less than 3 feet or more than 5 feet above the finished floor.

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

Section 6.2.9* (3) and (5) is hereby deleted without replacement and (6) and (7) renumbered as follows:
(5) Control Valves installed in a fire -rated room accessible from the exterior. (6) Control valves in a fire -rated stair enclosure accessible from the exterior as permitted by the authority having jurisdiction.

Section 6.2.9* (2) is hereby revised as follows:
(2) When approved by the fire code official, a wall post indicating valve.

Section 6.3.3 is hereby added as follows:

Section 6.3.3 All post indicator valves controlling fire suppression water supplies 22 shall be painted OSHA red.

Section 10.1.5 is hereby added as follows:

10.1.5 All ferrous pipe shall be coated and wrapped. Joints shall be coated and wrapped after assembly. All fittings shall be protected with a loose 8 -mil polyethylene tube. The ends of the tube shall extend past the joint by a minimum of 12 inches and be sealed with 2 inch wide tape approved for underground use.

Galvanizing does not meet the requirements of this section.

Exception: 304 or 316 Stainless Steel pipe and fittings Section 10.3.7 Bolts is hereby added as follows:

10.3.7 Bolts. All bolts used in pipe -joint assembly shall be 316 stainless steel.

Section 10.4.1.1 is hereby revised as follows:

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

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

Section 10.4.3.1 is hereby deleted and replaced as follows:

10.4.3.1 Where fire service mains enter the building adjacent to the foundation, the pipe may run under a building to a maximum of 24 inches, as measured from the interior face of the exterior wall to the center of the vertical pipe. The pipe under the building or building foundation shall be 304 or 316 stainless steel and shall not contain mechanical joints or it shall comply with 10.6.2.

Section 10.4.3.1.1 is hereby revised as follows:

10.4.3.1.1 Pipe joints shall not be located under foundation footings. The pipe under the building or building foundation shall be 304 or 316 stainless steel and shall not contain mechanical joints.

Appendices
Appendix B is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments.

Table B105.1 (1) is hereby revised as follows:

TABLE B105.1(1)
REQUIRED FIRE -FLOW FOR ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS, GROUP R-3 AND R-4 BUILDINGS AND TOWNHOUSES

CALCULATION AREA AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM
(square feet) (Design Standard)
0-3,600 No automatic sprinkler system
3,601 and greater No automatic sprinkler system
Section 903.3.1.3 of the California Fire Code
0-3,600 or Section 313.3 of the California Residential
Code
Section 903.3.1.3 of the California Fire Code
3,601 and greater or Section 313.3 of the California Residential Code
For SI: 1 square foot = 0.0929 m2, 1 gallon per minute = 3.785 L/m Table B105.2 is hereby revised as follows:

MINIMUM FIRE -FLOW
(gallons per minute)
1,000
Value in Table
B105.1(2)
FLOW DURATION (hours)
1 Duration in Table B105.1(2)
at the required fire -flow rate
750 3/4
1/2 value in Table
B105.1(2) but not less 1
than 1500
23 TABLE B105.2
REQUIRED FIRE -FLOW FOR BUILDINGS OTHER THAN ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS, GROUP R-3 AND R-4

BUILDINGS AND TOWNHOUSES
AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM (Design
Standard)
No automatic sprinkler system
Section 903.3.1.1 or Section 903.3.1.2 of the
California Fire Code
MINIMUM FIRE -FLOW (gallons per
minute)
Value in Table B105.1(2)
50% of the value in Table B105.1(2)
but not less than 1500
FLOW DURATION (hours)
Duration in Table B105.1(2)
Duration in Table B105.1(2)
For SI: 1 square foot = 0.0929 m2, 1 gallon per minute = 3.785 L/m Appendix BB is adopted in its entirety without amendments:

Appendix C is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

Section C103.1 is hereby revised as follows:

C103.1 Hydrant Spacing. Fire apparatus access roads and public streets providing required access to buildings in accordance with Section 503 shall be provided with one or more fire hydrants, as determined by Section C102.1. Where more than one fire hydrant is required, the distance between required fire hydrants shall not exceed 300 feet, measured along the fire department access route. In locations where it is impractical to place a fire hydrant 40 feet from the protected structure the hydrant spacing shall be reduced to 150 feet.

Section C103.2 Average Spacing is hereby deleted without replacement.

Section C103.3 Maximum Spacing is hereby deleted without replacement.

Appendix CC is adopted in its entirety without amendments:

Appendix D is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix E is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix F is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix G is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix H is adopted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix! is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix J is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix K is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix L is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix M is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix N is deleted in its entirety without amendments.

Appendix 0 is deleted in its entirety without amendments. 24 Section 18.04.060 - Enforcement and Inspections.

The Placentia Fire Code, as set forth in this chapter shall be enforced by the Local Enforcement Agency. The Fire Code Official or City Administrator or designee, may detail and designate such staff members as shall be deemed necessary from time to time to enforce Chapter 18.04.

Section 18.04.070 - Fees.

Notwithstanding any provision of the Placentia Fire Code as hereby adopted, all fees for services provided pursuant to the Placentia Fire Code shall approved by resolution therefor as adopted by the city council of the city of Placentia or the Orange County fire authority board of directors, as the case may be, pursuant to the provisions of California Government Code Section 66016, et seq. In addition to any other fee(s) to be charged hereunder, any person, firm, partnership or corporation initiating or engaging in any work without the permit therefor as required hereunder shall pay a penalty equal to one hundred (100) percent of the fee for the requisite permit if issued after such work commences, is initiated or engaged in by such person, firm, partnership or corporation.

Section 18.04.080 - Copy filed.

One (1) copy of the California Fire Code, 2022 Edition, including all appendices thereto and including all amendments made herein is on file in the office of the building official and the Orange County fire authority pursuant to the requirements of California Health and Safety Code Section 18942(e)(1) and is available for public inspection."
SECTION 8. A new Chapter 20.04 hereby is added to Title 20 of the Placentia Municipal Code to read, in words and figures, as follows:
"Chapter 20.04
California Building Code, 2022 Edition
Sections:

20.04.010 Title

20.04.020 Purpose

20.04.030 Adoption of Building Code

20.04.040 Definition of Terms

20.04.050 Amendments to Building Code

20.04.060 Enforcement and Inspections

20.04.070 Fees

20.04.080 Copy filed
Chapter 15.04

BUILDING CODE
25 Section 20.04.010 - Title.

This Chapter shall be known as the `Placentia Building Code.' Section 20.04.020 - Purpose.
"The purpose of this Chapter is to prescribe regulations for erecting, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, improving, removal, conversion, demolition, occupancy, equipment use, height, and area of buildings and structures and conditions hazardous to life or property in the occupancy of buildings and premises as herein provided.

Section 20.04.030 - Adoption of Building Code
Except as provided in this chapter, those certain building codes known and designated as the California Building Code 2022 Edition, including all appendices, is hereby adopted by reference as the Building Code of the City of Placentia 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 of Placentia.

Whenever the California Code of Regulations and State Building Standards Code of Regulations differ from any provision of the Placentia Building Code, said State regulations shall prevail over the provisions of the Placentia Building Code except as specifically modified herein.

Section 20.04.040 - Definition of Terms.

Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in the California Building Code, each such name or term shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows:
(A) `Building department' means the `building division' of the City. (B) `Building official' means the chief building official of the City as appointed by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee. (C) `City' means the City of Placentia.
(D) `Fire Code' means the Placentia Fire Code
(E) `Fire code official' means the Chief of the Placentia Fire and Life Safety Department or other individual as appointed by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee.
(F) `Local enforcing agency' means the City.

Section 20.04.050 - Amendments to Building Code.

The following provisions of the 2022 California Building Code (CBC) are hereby amended to read, in words and figures, as follows:
26 Administrative Provisions. Division II of Chapter 1, entitled "Scope and Administration", is applicable in the City.
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 Tess 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.

Chapter 9
Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems
Chapter 9 Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

SECTION 903.2, Where required, is hereby amended as follows:
903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be provided in the locations described in this section as follows:
a) New buildings: In addition to the requirements of section 903.2.1 through 903.2.21, approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be provided when the gross area of the building exceeds 5,000 ft2 or more than two-story high.

Exception: Group R-3, occupancies shall comply with sections 903.2.8 b) Alteration: When the floor area of the Alteration within any two-year period exceeds
75% of area of the existing structure and the alteration includes structural modifications other than seismic upgrade.
27 c) Addition: Sprinkler protection shall be provided throughout the entire building when

1. Existing building less than 5,000 ft2: where 33% or more is added and the gross floor areas exceeds 5,000 ft2.

2. Existing building equal or greater than 5,000 ft2: where more than 2,000 ft2 is added.

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

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

2. Existing buildings: An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout when one of the following conditions exists:
a) When an addition is 50% or more of the existing building area, as defined in Section 502.1, or greater than 1000 square feet (92.903 m2) within a two year period; or
b) An addition when the existing building is already provided with automatic sprinklers; or
c) When an existing Group R Occupancy is being substantially renovated, and where the scope of the renovation is such that the Building Code Official determined that the complexity of installing a sprinkler system would be similar as in a new building.

SECTION 903.2.10 Group S-2, is hereby amended as follows:
903.2.10: Group S-2 Parking Garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings classified as parking garages.

SECTION 903.2.10.1, Commercial Parking Garages, is hereby deleted without replacement.

Section 903.3.5.3 Hydraulically calculated systems is hereby added as follows:
903.3.5.3 Hydraulically calculated systems. The design of hydraulically calculated fire sprinkler systems shall not exceed 90% of the water supply capacity
Exception: When static pressure exceeds 100 psi, and required by the Fire Code Official, the fire sprinkler system shall not exceed water supply capacity specified by Table 903.3.5.3
28 Design
75—
80 85—
TABLE 903.3.5.3
Hydraulically Calculated Systems
i I I I I
90100 110 120 130 140 150
PSI
SECTION 903.4, Sprinkler system supervision and alarms, is hereby amended by modifying item 1, deleting item 5 and 8, and renumbering the Exceptions as follows:

Exceptions:

1. Automatic sprinkler systems protecting one- and two-family dwellings.

Exterior alarm specified by Section 903.4.2 shall apply.

2. Limited area systems serving fewer than 20 sprinklers.

3. Automatic sprinkler systems installed in accordance with NFPA 13R where the common supply main is used to supply both the domestic and automatic sprinkler system, and a separate shutoff valve for automatic sprinkler system is not provided.

4. Jockey pump control valves that are sealed or locked in the open position.

5. Valves controlling the fuel supply to fire pump engines that are sealed or locked in the open position.

6. Trim valves to pressure switches in dry, pre -action and deluge sprinkler systems that are sealed or locked in the open position.

Chapter 35
Referenced Standards
Chapter 35 Referenced Standards is adopted in its entirety with the following amendments:

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

Section 16.12.3.3 is hereby revised as follows:

16.12.3.3 Fire department connections (FDC) shall be of an approved type. The FDC shall contain a minimum of two 2'/2" inlets. The location shall be approved and be no more than 100 feet from a public hydrant. The FDC may be located within 100 feet of a private fire hydrant when approved by the fire code official. The size of piping and the number of inlets shall be approved by the fire code official. If acceptable to the water authority, it may be installed on the backflow assembly.

Fire department inlet connections shall be painted OSHA safety red. When the fire 29 sprinkler density design requires 500 gpm (including inside hose stream demand) or greater, or a standpipe system is included, four 2'/2" inlets shall be provided.

Section 9.4.3.1 is hereby revised as follows:

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

Sprinklers in light hazard occupancies shall be one of the following:
(1) Quick -response type as defined in 3.6.4.8
(2) Residential sprinklers in accordance with the requirements of 8.4.5 (3) Quick response CMSA sprinklers
(4) ESFR sprinklers
(5) Standard -response sprinklers used for modifications or additions to existing light hazard systems equipped with standard -response sprinklers
(6) Standard -response sprinklers used where individual standard - response sprinklers are replaced in existing light hazard systems Section 9.2.1.7 is hereby revised as follows:

9.2.1.7 Concealed spaces filled with noncombustible insulation shall not require sprinkler protection when approved by the fire code official.

Section 19.1.1.1 is hereby added as follows:

19.1.1.1 When fire sprinkler systems are required in buildings of undetermined use other than warehouses, they shall be designed and installed to have a fire sprinkler density of not less than that required for an Ordinary Hazard Group 2 use, with no reduction(s) in density or design area. Warehouse fire sprinkler systems shall be designed to Figure 21.4.1.2.2.1 (d) curve "D". Use is considered undetermined if a specific tenant/occupant is not identified at the time the sprinkler plan is submitted. Where a subsequent occupancy requires a system with greater capability, it shall be the responsibility of the occupant to upgrade the system to the required density for the new occupancy.

Section 11.2.3.1.1.1 is hereby added as follows:

11.2.3.1.1.1 The available water supply for fire sprinkler system design shall be determined by one of the following methods, as approved by the Fire Code Official:
1) Subtract the project site elevation from the low water level for the appropriate pressure zone and multiply the result by 0.433; 2) Use a maximum of 40 psi, if available;
3) Utilize the City of Placentia water -flow test form/directions to document a flow test conducted by the local water agency or an approved third party licensed in the State of California.

Section 16.9.10.2 is hereby deleted without replacement. 30 Section 16.9.10.3 is hereby deleted without replacement.

Section 16.9.10.4 is hereby deleted without replacement.

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

Section 5.1.3 is hereby added as follows:

5.1.3 Stock of Spare Sprinklers
Section 5.1.3.1 is hereby added as follows:

5.1.3.1. A supply of at least two sprinklers for each type shall be maintained on the premises so that any sprinklers that have operated or been damaged in any way can be promptly replaced.

Section 5.1.3.2 is hereby added as follows:

5.1.3.2 The sprinklers shall correspond to the types and temperature ratings of the sprinklers in the property.

Section 5.1.3.3 is hereby added as follows:

5.1.3.3 The sprinklers shall be kept in a cabinet located where the temperature to which they are subjected will at no time exceed 100 °F (38°C).

Section 5.1.3.4 is hereby added as follows:

5.1.3.4 A special sprinkler wrench shall be provided and kept in the cabinet to be used in the removal and installation of sprinklers. One sprinkler wrench shall be provided for each type of sprinkler installed.

Section 7.1.2 is hereby revised as follows:

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

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

Section 7.3.1.1 is hereby is deleted in its entirety and replaced as follows:

7.3.1.1 Class I and III Standpipe hose connections shall be unobstructed and shall be located not less than 18 inches or more than 24 inches above the finished floor. Class II Standpipe hose connections shall be unobstructed and shall be located not less than 3 feet or more than 5 feet above the finished floor.

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

Section 6.2.9* (3) and (5) is hereby deleted without replacement and (6) and (7) renumbered as follows:
(5) Control Valves installed in a fire -rated room accessible from the exterior. (6) Control valves in a fire -rated stair enclosure accessible from the exterior as permitted by the authority having jurisdiction.

Section 6.2.9* (2) is hereby revised as follows:
(2) When approved by the fire code official, a wall post indicating valve.

Section 6.3.3 is hereby added as follows:
31 Section 6.3.3 All post indicator valves controlling fire suppression water supplies shall be painted OSHA red.

Section 10.1.5 is hereby added as follows:

10.1.5 All ferrous pipe shall be coated and wrapped. Joints shall be coated and wrapped after assembly. All fittings shall be protected with a loose 8 -mil polyethylene tube. The ends of the tube shall extend past the joint by a minimum of 12 inches and be sealed with 2 inch wide tape approved for underground use.

Galvanizing does not meet the requirements of this section.

Exception: 304 or 316 Stainless Steel pipe and fittings Section 10.3.7 Bolts is hereby added as follows:

10.3.7 Bolts. All bolts used in pipe -joint assembly shall be 316 stainless steel.

Section 10.4.1.1 is hereby revised as follows:

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

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

Section 10.4.3.1 is hereby deleted and replaced as follows:

10.4.3.1 Where fire service mains enter the building adjacent to the foundation, the pipe may run under a building to a maximum of 24 inches, as measured from the interior face of the exterior wall to the center of the vertical pipe. The pipe under the building or building foundation shall be 304 or 316 stainless steel and shall not contain mechanical joints or it shall comply with 10.6.2.

Section 10.4.3.1.1 is hereby revised as follows:

10.4.3.1.1 Pipe joints shall not be located under foundation footings. The pipe under the building or building foundation shall be 304 or 316 stainless steel and shall not contain mechanical joints.

Chapter 15
Roof Assemblies and Rooftop Structures Table 1505.1 is hereby revised to read as follows:

IA
B
IB
B
TABLE 1505.1a

MINIMUM ROOF COVERING CLASSIFICATIONS

TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION
IIA
B
IIB
B
IIIA
B
IIIB
B
For SI: 1 foot = 304.8 mm, 1 square foot = 0.0929 m2.
a. Unless otherwise required in accordance with Chapter 7A.

CBC Section 1505.1.3 is amended as follows:

IV
B
VA
B
VB I
B
1505.1.2 Roof coverings within all other areas. The entire roof covering of every existing structure where more than 50 percent of the total roof area is replaced 32 within any one-year period, the entire roof covering of every new structure, and any roof covering applied in the alteration, repair or replacement of the roof of every existing structure, shall be a fire -retardant roof covering that is at least Class B.

Section 20.04.060 - Enforcement and Inspections.
"The Placentia Building Code, as set forth in this Chapter 20.04 shall be enforced by the City Building Official or his or her designee.

Section 20.04.070 - Fees.
"Notwithstanding any provision of the Placentia Building Code as hereby adopted, all fees for services provided pursuant to the Placentia Building Code shall approved by resolution therefor as adopted by the City Council of the City of Placentia pursuant to the provisions of California Government Code § 66016, et seq. In addition to any other fee(s) to be charged hereunder, any person, firm, partnership or corporation initiating or engaging in any work without the permit therefor as required hereunder shall pay, a penalty equal to 100% of the fee for the requisite permit if issued after such work commences, is initiated or engaged in by such person, firm, partnership or corporation.

Section 20.04.080 - Copy filed.

One (1) copy of the California Building Code, 2022 Edition, based on the 2021 International Building Code as published by the International Code Council, including all appendices thereto and including all amendments made herein is on file in the office of the Building Official pursuant to the requirements of California Health and Safety Code § 18942(e)(1) and is available for public inspection."
SECTION 9. A new Chapter 20.08 hereby is added to Title 20 of the Placentia Municipal Code to read, in words and figures, as follows:
"Chapter 20.08
California Residential Code, 2022 Edition
Sections:

20.08.010 Title

20.08.020 Purpose

20.08.030 Adoption of Residential Code

20.08.040 Definition of Terms

20.08.050 Amendments to Residential Code

20.08.060 Enforcement and Inspections

20.08.070 Fees

20.08.080 Copy filed
Section 20.08.010 - Title.
33 This Chapter shall be known as the `Placentia Residential Code.' Section 20.08.020 - Purpose.

The purpose of this Chapter is to prescribe regulations for erecting, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, improving, removal, conversion, demolition, occupancy, equipment use, height, and area of buildings and structures and conditions hazardous to life or property in the occupancy of residential buildings and premises as herein provided.

Section 20.08.030 - Adoption of the 2022 California Residential Code.

Except as provided in this chapter, those certain building codes known and designated as the California Residential Code (CRC) 2022 Edition, based on the 2021 International Residential Code as published by the International Code Council, including Division 11 in Chapter 1, and including Appendix AH (Patio Covers) and Appendix AX (Swimming Pool Safety Act), shall become the residential code of the City of Placentia for regulating the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion, equipment, use, height, area and maintenance of all residential structures within the scope of the CRC in the City of Placentia.

Whenever the California Code of Regulations and State Building Standards Code of Regulations differ from any provision of the Placentia Residential Code, said State regulations shall prevail over the provisions of the Placentia Residential Code except as specifically modified herein.

Section 20.08.040 - Definition of Terms.

Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in the California Residential Code, each such name or term shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows:
(A) `Building department' means the `building division' of the City. (B) 'Building official' means the chief building official of the City as appointed by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee. (C) 'City' means the City of Placentia.
(D) 'Fire Code' means the Placentia Fire Code. '
(E) 'Fire code official' means the Chief of the Placentia Fire and Life Safety Department or other individual as appointed by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee.
(F) `Jurisdiction' means the City.
(G) 'Local enforcing agency' means the agency for which the Fire Code Official performs its duties and/or the City.

Section 20.08.050 - Amendments to Residential Code.
34 The following provisions of the 2022 California Residential Code (CRC) hereby are amended to read, in words and figures, as follows:

CRC Table R301.2 is revised to read as follows:

TABLE R301.2(1)

CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA

WIND DESIGN SUBJECT TO DAMAGE FROM
GROUND Special Windborne SEISMIC Frost WINTER ICE BARRIER AIR MEAN SNOW Speed Topographic wind debris DESIGN line DESIGN UNDERLAYMENT FLOOD FREEZING ANNUAL LOAD (MPH) effects region zone CATEGORY Weathering depth Termite TEMP REQUIRED HAZARDS INDEX TEMP o d k 1 m f a b c
ZERO 110 No No No D2 or E Negligible 12" HeartW 43 No Yes 0 60

ELEVATION LATITUDE
305

COOLING

TEMURATURE

DIFFERENCE
34 MANUAL J DESIGN CRITERIA n

ALTITUDE

CORRECTION
FACTOR

WINTER SUMMER

HEATING COOLING
37 91

WIND VELOCITY WIND VELOCITY COINCIDENT WET

HEATING COOLING BULB

INDOOR DESIGN

TEMPERATURE
70 DESIGN

TEMPURATURE

COOLING
75 DAILY RANGE WINTER HUMIDITY SUMMER HUMIDITY

HEAT TEMPERATURE

DIFFERENCE
7 69 27 7 (50% RH)
For SI: 1 pound per square foot = 0.0479 kPa, 1 mile per hour = 0.447 m/s. a. Weathering may require a higher strength concrete or grade of masonry than necessary to satisfy the structural requirements of this code. The weathering column shall be filled in with the weathering index (i.e., "negligible," "moderate" or "severe") for concrete as determined from the Weathering Probability Map [Figure R301.2(3)]. The grade of masonry units shall be determined from ASTM C 34, C 55, C 62, C 73, C 90, C 129, C 145, C 216 or C 652. b. The frost line depth may require deeper footings than indicated in Figure R403.1(1). The jurisdiction shall fill in the frost line depth column with the minimum depth of footing below finish grade.
c. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table to indicate the need for protection depending on whether there has been a history of local subterranean termite damage. d. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the wind speed from the basic wind speed map [Figure R301.2( 4)].Wind exposure category shall be determined on a site-specific basis in accordance with Section R301.2.1.4.
e. The outdoor design dry-bulb temperature shall be selected from the columns of 971/2 -percent values for winter from Appendix D of the California Plumbing Code. Deviations from the Appendix D temperatures shall be permitted to reflect local climates or local weather experience as determined by the building official.
f. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the seismic design category determined from Section R301.2.2.1.
g. The City of Placentia does not have any Flood Hazards Zones. (OR, if yes) See City's FIRM maps for Flood Hazard Locations.
h. In accordance with Sections R905.2.7.1, R905.4.3.1, R905.5.3.1, R905.6.3.1, R905.7.3.1 and R905.8.3.1, where there has been a history of local damage from the effects of ice damming, the jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with "YES." Otherwise, the jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with "NO."
i. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the 100 -year return period air freezing index (BF -days) from Figure R403.3(2) or from the 100 -year (99%) value on the National Climatic Data Center data table "Air Freezing Index- USA Method (Base 32°)" at www.ncdc.noaa.qov/fDsf.htrnl .
j. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the mean annual temperature from the National Climatic Data Center data table "Air Freezing Index -USA Method (Base 32°F)" at www.ncdc.noaa.aov/fosf.html .
35 k. In accordance with Section R301.2.1.5, where there is local historical data documenting structural damage to buildings due to topographic wind speed-up effects, the jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with "YES." Otherwise, the jurisdiction shall indicate "NO" in this part of the table.

I. In accordance with Figure R301.2(4)A, where there is local historical data documenting unusual wind conditions, 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. [-,V,1
m. In accordance with Section R301.2.1.2.1, the jurisdiction shall indicate the wind-borne debris wind zone(s). Otherwise, the jurisdiction shall indicate "NO" in this part of the table. n. The jurisdiction shall fill in these sections of the table to establish the design criteria using Table 1a or 1 b from ACCA Manual J or established criteria determined by the jurisdiction. o. The jurisdiction shall fill in this section of the table using the Ground Snow Loads in Figure R301.2 (6).

CRC Section R902.1 is amended by revising it to allow only class A or B roofs as follows:

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

Exceptions:

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

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

Section R902.1.3 Roofing covering materials is amended by revising it to require a minimum Class B roof, and to read as follows:

R902.1.3 Roof coverings within all other areas. The entire roof covering of every existing structure where more than 50 percent of the total roof area is replaced within any one-year period, the entire roof covering of every new structure, and any roof covering applied in the alteration, repair or replacement of the roof of every existing structure, shall be a fire -retardant roof covering that is at least Class B.

CRC 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 36 protection device provided for this purpose may not be used to comply with the second drowning prevention feature requirement.

Section 20.08.060 - Enforcement and Inspections.

The Placentia Residential Code, as set forth in this Chapter 20.08 shall be enforced by the City Building Official or his or her designee.

Section 20.08.070 - Fees.
"Notwithstanding any provision of the Placentia Residential Code as hereby adopted, all fees for services provided pursuant to the Placentia Residential Code shall approved by resolution therefor as adopted by the City Council of the City of Placentia pursuant to the provisions of California Government Code § 66016, et seq. In addition to any other fee(s) to be charged hereunder, any person, firm, partnership or corporation initiating or engaging in any work without the permit therefor as required hereunder shall pay, a penalty equal to 100% of the fee for the requisite permit if issued after such work commences, is initiated or engaged in by such person, firm, partnership or corporation.

Section 20.08.080 - Copy filed.
"One (1) copy of the California Residential Code (CRC) 2022 Edition, including all appendices thereto and including all amendments made herein is on file in the office of the Building Official pursuant to the requirements of California Health and Safety Code § 18942(e)(1) and is available for public inspection."
SECTION 10. A new Chapter 20.12 hereby is added to Title 20 of the Placentia Municipal Code to read, in words and figures, as follows:
"Chapter 20.12
California Plumbing Code, 2020 Edition
Sections:

20.12.010 Title

20.12.020 Purpose

20.12.030 Adoption of Plumbing Code

20.12.040 Definition of Terms

20.12.050 Amendments to Plumbing Code

20.12.060 Enforcement and Inspections

20.12.070 Fees

18.12.080 Copy filed
Section 20.12.010 - Title.

This Chapter shall be known as the `Placentia Plumbing Code.' 37 Section 20.12.020 - Purpose.

The purpose of this Chapter is to prescribe regulations for construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, improving, removal, conversion, demolition, equipment use, plumbing systems, materials and appurtenances and conditions hazardous to life or property in the occupancy of buildings and premises as herein provided.

Section 20.12.030 - Adoption of Plumbing Code.

Except as otherwise provided in this Chapter, the California Plumbing Code, 2022 Edition, incorporating the 'Uniform Plumbing Code,' 2021 Edition, including Appendix A and Appendix L, is hereby adopted as the `Placentia Plumbing Code,' regulating erection, installation, alteration, repair, relocation, replacement, maintenance or use of plumbing systems within the City of Placentia.

Whenever the California Code of Regulations and State Building Standards Code of Regulations differ from any provision of the Placentia Plumbing Code, said State regulations shall prevail over the provisions of the Placentia Plumbing Code except as specifically modified herein.

Section 20.12.040 - Definition of Terms.

Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in the California Plumbing Code, each such name or term shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows:
(A) `Authority having jurisdiction' means the City of Placentia. (B) `Building department' means the `building division' of the City. (C) `Building official' means the chief building official of the City as appointed by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee. (D) `City' means the City of Placentia.
(E) 'Fire Code' means the Placentia Fire Code.
(F) Fire code official' means the Chief of the Placentia Fire and Life Safety Department or other individual as designated by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee.
(G) "Jurisdiction' means the City.
(H) `Local enforcing agency' means the agency for which the Fire Code Official performs its duties and/or the City.

Section 20.12.050 - Amendments to Plumbing Code.

Reserved for future amendments
38 Section 20.12.060 - Enforcement and Inspections.

The Placentia Plumbing Code, as set forth in this Chapter 20.12 shall be enforced by the building official or his or her designee.

Section 20.12.070 - Fees.
"Notwithstanding any provision of the Placentia Plumbing Code as hereby adopted, all fees for services provided pursuant to the Placentia Plumbing Code shall approved by resolution therefor as adopted by the City Council of the City of Placentia pursuant to the provisions of California Government Code § 66016, et seq. In addition to any other fee(s) to be charged hereunder, any person, firm, partnership or corporation initiating or engaging in any work without the permit therefor as required hereunder shall pay, a penalty equal to 100% of the fee for the requisite permit if issued after such work commences, is initiated or engaged in by such person, firm, partnership or corporation.

Section 20.12.080 - Copy filed.

One (1) copy of the California Plumbing Code, 2022 Edition, including all appendices thereto and including all amendments made herein is on file in the office of the Building Official pursuant to the requirements of California Health and Safety Code § 18942(e)(1) and is available for public inspection."
SECTION 11. A new Chapter 20.16 hereby is added to Title 20 of the Placentia Municipal Code to read, in words and figures, as follows:
"Chapter 20.16
California Electrical Code, 2022 Edition
Sections:

20.16.010 Title

20.16.020 Purpose

20.16.030 Adoption of Electrical Code

20.16.040 Definition of Terms

20.16.050 Amendments to Electrical Code

20.16.060 Enforcement and Inspections

20.16.070 Fees

20.16.080 Copy filed
Section 20.16.010 - Title.
"This Chapter shall be known as the `Placentia Electrical Code.' Section 20.16.020 - Purpose.
"The purpose of this Chapter is to prescribe regulations for construction, 39 enlargement, alteration, repair, improving, removal, conversion, demolition, equipment use, electrical systems, materials and appurtenances and conditions hazardous to life or property in the occupancy of buildings and premises as herein provided.

Section 20.16.030 - Adoption of Electrical Code.
"Except as provided in this chapter, the California Electrical Code, 2022 Edition, based on the 2020 National Electrical Code as published by the National Fire Protection Association is hereby adopted as the `Placentia Electrical Code,' regulating all installation, arrangement, alteration, repair, use and other operation of electrical wiring, connections, fixtures and other electrical appliances on premises within the City of Placentia. "Whenever the California Code of Regulations and State Building Standards Code of Regulations differ from any provision of the Placentia Electrical Code, said State regulations shall prevail over the provisions of the Placentia Electrical Code except as specifically modified herein.

Section 20.16.040 - Definition of Terms.

Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in the California Electrical Code, each such name or term shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows:
(A) `Authority having jurisdiction' means the City of Placentia. (B) `Building department' means the `building division' of the City. (C) `Chief Electrical Inspector' means the chief building official of the City as appointed by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee. (D) `City' means the City of Placentia.
(E) 'Fire Code' means the Placentia Fire Code.
(F) 'Fire code official' means the Chief of the Placentia Fire and Life Safety Department or other individual as designated by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee.
(G) `Jurisdiction' means the City.
(H) `Local enforcing agency' means the agency for which the Fire Code Official performs its duties and/or the City.

Section 20.16.050 - Amendments to Electrical Code.

The following provisions of the California Electrical Code hereby are amended to read, in words and figures, as follows:
40 310.3(B) Conductor Material is revised to add a second paragraph to read as follows: 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 20.16.060 - Enforcement and Inspections.

The Placentia Electrical Code, as set forth in this Chapter 20.12 shall be enforced by the building official or his or her designee.

Section 20.16.070 - Fees.
"Notwithstanding any provision of the Placentia Electrical Code as hereby adopted, all fees for services provided pursuant to the Placentia Electrical Code shall approved by resolution therefor as adopted by the City Council of the City of Placentia pursuant to the provisions of California Government Code § 66016, et seq. In addition to any other fee(s) to be charged hereunder, any person, firm, partnership or corporation initiating or engaging in any work without the permit therefor as required hereunder shall pay a penalty equal to 100% of the fee for the requisite permit if issued after such work commences, is initiated or engaged in by such person, firm, partnership or corporation.

Section 20.16.080 - Copy filed.
"One (1) copy of the California Electrical Code, 2022 Edition, based on the 2020 National Electrical Code as published by the National Fire Protection Association, including all appendices thereto and including all amendments made herein is on file in the office of the Building Official pursuant to the requirements of California Health and Safety Code § 18942(e)(1) and is available for public inspection." SECTION 12. A new Chapter 20.20 hereby is added to Title 20 of the Placentia Municipal Code to read, in words and figures, as follows:
"Chapter 20.20
California Mechanical Code, 2022 Edition
Sections:

20.20.010 Title

20.20.020 Purpose

20.20.030 Adoption of Mechanical Code

20.20.040 Definition of Terms

20.20.050 Amendments to Mechanical Code
41 20.20.060 Enforcement and Inspections

20.20.070 Fees

20.20.080 Copy filed
Section 20.20.010 - Title.

This Chapter shall be known as the `Placentia Mechanical Code.' Section 20.20.020 - Purpose.
"The purpose of this Chapter is to prescribe regulations for construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, improving, removal, conversion, demolition, equipment use, mechanical systems, materials and appurtenances and conditions hazardous to life or property in the occupancy of buildings and premises as herein provided.

Section 20.20.030 - Adoption of Mechanical Code.

Except as provided in this chapter, the California Mechanical Code, 2022 Edition, is hereby adopted as the `Placentia Mechanical Code,' including all appendices thereto and including all amendments made herein, and such Code shall be and become the Mechanical Code of the City of Placentia, governing, regulating and controlling the design, construction, installation, quality of materials, location, operation and maintenance of heating, ventilating, cooling, refrigeration systems, Incinerators and other miscellaneous heat producing appliances in the City of Placentia.

Whenever the California Code of Regulations and State Building Standards Code of Regulations differ from any provision of the Placentia Mechanical Code, said State regulations shall prevail over the provisions of the Placentia Mechanical Code except as specifically modified herein.

Section 20.20.040 - Definition of Terms.

Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in the California Mechanical Code, each such name or term shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows:
(A) `Authority having jurisdiction' means the City of Placentia. (B) `Building department' means the `building division' of the City. (C) `Mechanical inspector' means the chief building official of the City as appointed by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee. (D) `City' means the City of Placentia.
(E) 'Fire Code' means the Placentia Fire Code.
(F) 'Fire code official' means the Chief of the Placentia Fire and Life Safety Department or other individual as designated by the City Administrator of the City, or his 42 or her designee.
(G) "Jurisdiction' means the City.
(H) `Local enforcing agency' means the agency for which the Fire Code Official performs its duties and/or the City.

Section 20.20.050 - Amendments to Mechanical Code.

Reserved for future amendments
Section 20.20.060 - Enforcement and Inspections.

The Placentia Mechanical Code, as set forth in this Chapter 20.20 shall be enforced by the building official or his or her designee.

Section 20.20.070 - Fees.

Notwithstanding any provision of the Placentia Mechanical Code as hereby adopted, all fees for services provided pursuant to the Placentia Mechanical Code shall approved by resolution therefor as adopted by the City Council of the City of Placentia pursuant to the provisions of California Government Code § 66016, et seq. In addition to any other fee(s) to be charged hereunder, any person, firm, partnership or corporation initiating or engaging in any work without the permit therefor as required hereunder shall pay a penalty equal to 100% of the fee for the requisite permit if issued after such work commences, is initiated or engaged in by such person, firm, partnership or corporation.

Section 20.20.080 - Copy filed.

One (1) copy of the California Mechanical Code, 2022 Edition, including all appendices thereto and including all amendments made herein is on file in the office of the building official pursuant to the requirements of California Health and Safety Code § 18942(e)(1) and is available for public inspection."
SECTION 13. A new Chapter 20.46 hereby is added to Title 20 of the Placentia Municipal Code to read, in words and figures, as follows:

Chapter 20.46
California Energy Code, 2022 Edition
Sections:

20.46.010 Title

20.46.020 Purpose

20.46.030 Adoption of California Energy Code

20.46.040 Definition of Terms

20.46.050 Amendments to California Energy Code

20.46.060 Enforcement and Inspections
43 20.46.070 Fees

20.46.080 Copy filed
Section 20.46.010 - Title.

This Chapter shall be known as the `Placentia Energy Code.' Section 20.46.020 - Purpose.

The purpose of this Chapter is to prescribe regulations for regulating and controlling the energy efficiency of buildings in the City of Placentia.

Section 20.46.030 - Adoption of California Energy Code.

Except as provided in this chapter, those certain building codes known and designated as the California Energy Code, 2022 Edition, as published by the California Energy Commission, shall be and become the Energy Code of the City of Placentia, including all appendices thereto.

Whenever the California Code of Regulations and State Building Standards Code of Regulations differ from any provision of the Placentia Energy Code, said State regulations shall prevail over the provisions of the Placentia Energy Code except as specifically modified herein.

Section 20.46.040 - Definition of Terms.

Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in the California Energy Code, each such name or term shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows:
(A) `Authority having jurisdiction' means the City of Placentia. (B) `Building department' means the `building division' of the City. (C) `Building Official' means the chief building official of the City as appointed by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee. (D) `City' means the City of Placentia.
(E) 'Fire Code' means the Placentia Fire Code.
(F) 'Fire code official' means the Chief of the Placentia Fire and Life Safety Department or other individual as designated by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee.
(G) "Jurisdiction' means the City.
(H) `Local enforcing agency' means the agency for which the Fire Code Official performs its duties and/or the City.
44 Section 20.12.050 - Amendments to California Energy Code.

Reserved for future amendments
Section 20.46.060 - Enforcement and Inspections.

The Placentia Energy Code, as set forth in this Chapter 20.46 shall be enforced by the building official or his or her designee.

Section 20.46.070 - Fees.

Notwithstanding any provision of the Placentia Energy Code as hereby adopted, all fees for services provided pursuant to the Placentia Energy Code shall approved by resolution therefor as adopted by the City Council of the City of Placentia pursuant to the provisions of California Government Code § 66016, et seq. In addition to any other fee(s) to be charged hereunder, any person, firm, partnership or corporation initiating or engaging in any work without the permit therefor as required hereunder shall pay a penalty equal to 100% of the fee for the requisite permit if issued after such work commences, is initiated or engaged in by such person, firm, partnership or corporation.

Section 20.46.080 - Copy filed.

One (1) copy of the California Energy Code, 2022 Edition, including all appendices thereto is on file in the office of the building official pursuant to the requirements of California Health and Safety Code § 18942(e)(1) and is available for public inspection." SECTION 14. A new Chapter 20.48 hereby is added to Title 20 of the Placentia Municipal Code to read, in words and figures, as follows:
"Chapter 20.48
California Green Building Standards Code, 2022 Edition
Sections:

20.48.010 Title

20.48.020 Purpose

20.48.030 Adoption of Green Building Standards Code

20.48.040 Definition of Terms

20.48.050 Amendments to Green Building Standards Code

20.48.060 Enforcement and Inspections

20.48.070 Fees

20.48.080 Copy filed
Section 20.48.010 - Title.

This Chapter shall be known as the `Placentia Green Building Standards Code.' 45 Section 20.48.020 - Purpose.

The purpose of this Chapter is to prescribe regulations for construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, improving, removal, conversion, demolition, equipment use, building systems, materials and appurtenances in order to optimize use of renewable resources and minimize effects on the environment in the City of Placentia. This chapter shall also serve to reduce the negative impacts of construction and encourage sustainable construction practices in the planning and design, energy efficiency, water efficiency and conservation, and environmental quality of all newly constructed buildings or structures in the City of Placentia.

Section 20.48.030 - Adoption of Green Building Standards Code.

Except as provided in this chapter, those certain building codes known and designated as the California Green Building Standards Code 2022 Edition, shall become the Green Building Code of the of the City of Placentia„ including all appendices thereto and including all amendments made herein, for reducing the negative impact and encouraging sustainable construction practices in the planning and design, energy efficiency, water efficiency and conservation, and environmental quality of all newly constructed buildings or structures in the City of Placentia.

Whenever the California Code of Regulations and State Building Standards Code of Regulations differ from any provision of the Placentia Green Building Standards Code, said State regulations shall prevail over the provisions of the Placentia Green Building Standards Code except as specifically modified herein.

Section 20.48.040 - Definition of Terms.
"Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in the California Green Building Standards Code, each such name or term shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows:
(A) `Authority having jurisdiction' means the City of Placentia. (B) `Building department' means the `building division' of the City. (C) `Building Official' means the chief building official of the City as appointed by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee. (D) `City' means the City of Placentia.
(E) 'Fire Code' means the Placentia Fire Code.
(F) 'Fire code official' means the Chief of the Placentia Fire and Life Safety Department or other individual as designated by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee.
(G) "Jurisdiction' means the City.
46 (H) `Local enforcing agency' means the agency for which the Fire Code Official performs its duties and/or the City.

Section 20.48.050 - Amendments to Green Building Standards Code.

The following provisions of the California Green Building Standards Code hereby are amended to read, in words and figures, as follows:

Section 301.1 of the California Green Building Standards Code is amended to read as follows:
301.1 Scope. Buildings shall be designed to include the green building measures specified as mandatory in the application checklists contained in this code.

Voluntary green building measures are also included in the application checklists and may be included in the design and construction of structures covered by this code, but are not required.

Section 20.48.060 - Enforcement and Inspections.

The Placentia Green Building Standards Code, as set forth in this Chapter

20.48 shall be enforced by the building official or his or her designee.

Section 20.48.070 - Fees.

Notwithstanding any provision of the Placentia Green Building Standards Code as hereby adopted, all fees for services provided pursuant to the Placentia Green Building Standards Code shall approved by resolution therefor as adopted by the City Council of the City of Placentia pursuant to the provisions of California Government Code § 66016, et seq.

In addition to any other fee(s) to be charged hereunder, any person, firm, partnership or corporation initiating or engaging in any work without the permit therefor as required hereunder shall pay a penalty equal to 100% of the fee for the requisite permit if issued after such work commences, is initiated or engaged in by such person, firm, partnership or corporation.

Section 20.48.080 - Copy filed.

One (1) copy of the California Green Building Standards Code, 2022 Edition, including all appendices thereto and including all amendments made herein is on file in the office of the building official pursuant to the requirements of California Health and Safety Code § 18942(e)(1) and is available for public inspection."
SECTION 15. A new Chapter 20.50 hereby is added to Title 20 of the Placentia Municipal Code to read, in words and figures, as follows:
"Chapter 20.50
California Existing Building Code, 2022 Edition
47 Sections:

20.50.010 Title

20.50.020 Purpose

20.50.030 Adoption of California Existing Building Code

20.50.040 Definition of Terms

20.50.050 Amendments to California Existing Building Code

20.50.060 Enforcement and Inspections

20.50.070 Fees

20.50.080 Copy filed
Section 20.50.010 - Title.
"This Chapter shall be known as the `Placentia California Existing Building Code.' Section 20.50.020 - Purpose.

The purpose of this Chapter is to prescribe regulations for the alteration, repair, addition and change of occupancy of existing structures in the City of Placentia.

Section 20.50.030 - Adoption of California Existing Building Code.

Except as provided in this chapter, those certain building codes known and designated as the California Existing Building Code, 2022 Edition, shall become the Existing Building Code of the City, regulating the alteration, repair, addition and change of occupancy of existing structures in the City of Placentia.

Whenever the California Code of Regulations and State Building Standards Code of Regulations differ from any provision of the California Existing Building Code, said State regulations shall prevail over the provisions of the California Existing Building Code except as specifically modified herein.

Section 20.50.040 - Definition of Terms.

Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in the California Existing Building Code, each such name or term shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows:
(A) `Authority having jurisdiction' means the City of Placentia. (B) `Building department' means the `building division' of the City. (C) `Building Official' means the chief building official of the City as appointed by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee. (D) `City' means the City of Placentia.
(E) 'Fire Code' means the Placentia Fire Code.
48 (F) 'Fire code official' means the Chief of the Placentia Fire and Life Safety Department or other individual as designated by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee.
(G) "Jurisdiction' means the City.
(H) `Local enforcing agency' means the agency for which the Fire Code Official performs its duties and/or the City.

Section 20.50.050 - Amendments to the California Existing Building Code.

Reserved for future amendments
Section 20.50.060 - Enforcement and Inspections.

The Placentia Existing Building Code, as set forth in this Chapter 20.50 shall be enforced by the building official or his or her designee.

Section 20.50.070 - Fees.

Notwithstanding any provision of the Placentia Existing Building Code as hereby adopted, all fees for services provided pursuant to the Placentia Existing Building Code approved by resolution therefor as adopted by the City Council of the City of Placentia pursuant to the provisions of California Government Code § 66016, et seq. In addition to any other fee(s) to be charged hereunder, any person, firm, partnership or corporation initiating or engaging in any work without the permit therefor as required hereunder shall pay a penalty equal to 100% of the fee for the requisite permit if issued after such work commences, is initiated or engaged in by such person, firm, partnership or corporation.

Section 20.50.080 - Copy filed.

One (1) copy of the California Existing Building Code, 2022 Edition, including all appendices thereto and including all amendments made herein is on file in the office of the building official pursuant to the requirements of California Health and Safety Code § 18942(e)(1) and is available for public inspection."
SECTION 16. A new Chapter 20.52 hereby is added to Title 20 of the Placentia Municipal Code to read, in words and figures, as follows:
"Chapter 20.52
California Historical Building Code, 2022 Edition
Sections:

20.52.010 Title

20.52.020 Purpose

20.52.030 Adoption of Historical Building Code

20.52.040 Definition of Terms
49 20.50.050 Amendments to Historical Building Code

20.52.060 Enforcement and Inspections

20.52.070 Fees

20.52.080 Copy filed
Section 20.52.010 - Title.

This Chapter shall be known as the `Placentia Historical Building Code.' Section 20.52.020 - Purpose.

The purpose of this Chapter is to prescribe regulations for the alteration, repair, addition and change of occupancy of historical structures in the City of Placentia.

Section 20.52.030 - Adoption of California Historical Building Code.

Except as provided in this chapter, those certain building codes known and designated as the California Historical Building Code, 2022 Edition, shall become the Existing Building Code of the City, regulating the alteration, repair, addition and change of occupancy of historical structures in the City of Placentia. "Whenever the California Code of Regulations and State Building Standards Code of Regulations differ from any provision of the California Existing Building Code, said State regulations shall prevail over the provisions of the California Existing Building Code except as specifically modified herein.

Section 20.52.040 - Definition of Terms.

Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in the California Historical Building Code, each such name or term shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows:
(A) `Authority having jurisdiction' means the City of Placentia. (B) `Building department' means the `building division' of the City. (C) `Building Official' means the chief building official of the City as appointed by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee. (D) `City' means the City of Placentia.
(E) 'Fire Code' means the Placentia Fire Code.
(F) `Fire code official' means the Chief of the Placentia Fire and Life Safety Department or other individual as designated by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee.
(G) "Jurisdiction' means the City.
50 (H) `Local enforcing agency' means the City.

Section 20.50.050 - Amendments to Historical Building Code Reserved for future amendments
Section 20.52.060 - Enforcement and Inspections.

The Placentia Historical Building Code, as set forth in this Chapter 20.52 shall be enforced by the building official or his or her designee.

Section 20.52.070 - Fees.

Notwithstanding any provision of the Placentia Historical Building Code as hereby adopted, all fees for services provided pursuant to the Placentia Historical Building Code approved by resolution therefor as adopted by the City Council of the City of Placentia pursuant to the provisions of California Government Code § 66016, et seq. In addition to any other fee(s) to be charged hereunder, any person, firm, partnership or corporation initiating or engaging in any work without the permit therefor as required hereunder shall pay a penalty equal to 100% of the fee for the requisite permit if issued after such work commences, is initiated or engaged in by such person, firm, partnership or corporation.

Section 20.52.080 - Copy filed.

One (1) copy of the California Historical Building Code, 2022 Edition, including all appendices thereto and including all amendments made herein is on file in the office of the building official pursuant to the requirements of California Health and Safety Code § 18942(e)(1) and is available for public inspection."
SECTION 17. A new Chapter 20.54 hereby is added to Title 20 of the Placentia Municipal Code to read, in words and figures, as follows:
"Chapter 20.54
International Property Maintenance Code, 2021 Edition
Sections:

20.54.010 Title

20.54.020 Purpose

20.54.030 Adoption of International Property Maintenance Code

20.54.040 Definition of Terms

20.54.050 Amendments to International Property Maintenance Code

20.54.060 Enforcement and Inspections

20.54.070 Fees

20.54.080 Copy filed
51 Section 20.54.010 - Title.

This Chapter shall be known as the `Placentia Property Maintenance Code.' Section 20.54.020 - Purpose.

The purpose of this Chapter is to prescribe regulations for the maintenance of buildings and structures within the City of Placentia.

Section 20.54.030 - Adoption of International Property Maintenance Code
Except as provided in this chapter, those certain building codes known and designated as the International Property Maintenance Code, 2021 Edition, shall be and become the Property Maintenance Code of the City of Placentia, regulating the maintenance of buildings and structures within the City of Placentia.

Whenever the California Code of Regulations and State Building Standards Code of Regulations differ from any provision of the International Property Maintenance Code, said State regulations shall prevail over the provisions of the International Property Maintenance Code except as specifically modified herein.

Section 20.54.040 - Definition of Terms.
"Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in the International Property Maintenance Code, each such name or term shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows:
(A) `Authority having jurisdiction' means the City of Placentia. (B) `Building department' means the `building division' of the City. (C) `Building Official' means the chief building official of the City as appointed by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee. (D) `City' means the City of Placentia.
(E) 'Fire Code' means the Placentia Fire Code.
(F) 'Fire code official' means the Chief of the Placentia Fire and Life Safety Department or other individual as designated by the City Administrator of the City, or his or her designee.
(G) "Jurisdiction' means the City.
(H) `Local enforcing agency' means the agency for which the Fire Code Official performs its duties and/or the City.

Section 20.54.050 - Amendments to the International Property Maintenance 52 Code.

The following provisions of the International Property Maintenance Code hereby are amended to read, in words and figures, as follows:
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Property Maintenance Code of the City of Placentia, hereinafter 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 Placentia. Any reference to an International Code will be viewed as conformity to the adopted California Codes. 103.1 Creation of agency. The Development Services Department is 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 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 20.54.060 - Enforcement and Inspections.

The Placentia Property Maintenance Code, as set forth in this Chapter 20.54 shall be enforced by the building official or his or her designee. 53 Section 20.54.070 - Fees.

Notwithstanding any provision of the Placentia Property Maintenance Code as hereby adopted, all fees for services provided pursuant to the Placentia Property Maintenance Code approved by resolution therefor as adopted by the City Council of the City of Placentia pursuant to the provisions of California Government Code § 66016, et seq. In addition to any other fee(s) to be charged hereunder, any person, firm, partnership or corporation initiating or engaging in any work without the permit therefor as required hereunder shall pay a penalty equal to 100% of the fee for the requisite permit if issued after such work commences, is initiated or engaged in by such person, firm, partnership or corporation.

Section 20.54.080 - Copy filed.

One (1) copy of the International Property Maintenance Code, 2021 Edition, including all appendices thereto and including all amendments made herein is on file in the office of the building official pursuant to the requirements of California Health and Safety Code § 18942(e)(1) and is available for public inspection." SECTION 18. Penalty for Violation.

It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, partnership or corporation to violate any provision or to fail to comply with any of the requirements of this Ordinance hereby adopted.

Any person, firm, partnership or corporation violating any provision of this Ordinance or failing to comply with any of its requirements shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be punished by a fine not exceeding One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00), or by imprisonment not exceeding six (6) months, or by both such fine and imprisonment. Each and every person, firm, partnership, or corporation shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or any portion thereof during which any violation of any of the provisions of this Ordinance is committed, continued or permitted by such person, firm, partnership or corporation, and shall be deemed punishable therefor as provided in this Ordinance.

SECTION 19. Severability.

The City Council declares that, should any provision, section, paragraph, sentence or word of this Ordinance be rendered or declared invalid by any final court action in a court of competent jurisdiction, or by reason of any preemptive legislation, the remaining provisions, sections, paragraphs, sentences and words of this Ordinance shall remain in full force and effect.

SECTION 20. The Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same, or the summary thereof, to be published and posted pursuant to the provisions of law and this Ordinance shall take effect January 5, 2023.
54 PASSED, ADOPTED and APPROVED this 6th day of December, 2022.

Rhonda Shader, Mayor
ATTEST:

Robert S. McKinnell, City Clerk
I, Robert S. McKinnell, City Clerk of the City of Placentia, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 15th day of November 2022 and was finally adopted at a regular meeting held on the 6th day of December, 2022, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

Councilmembers:

Councilmembers:

Councilmembers:

Councilmembers:

Robert S. McKinnell, City Clerk

APPROVED AS TO FORM
Christian Bettenhausen, City Attorney
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