[Ord. No. 1572 § 3, 8-23-2016[1]; Ord. No. 1638, 7-21-2020; Ord. No. 1655, 5-17-2022; Ord. No. 1688, 5-16-2023]
A.
The St. Louis County Building/Swimming Pool and Spa, Residential,
Existing Building, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Explosives, Property
Maintenance, and Land Disturbance Codes, as amended by St. Louis County,
Missouri, through the date of last amendatory ordinances:
1.
Building Code, Chapter 1115, including the Swimming Pool and
Spa Code, Chapter 1118, SLCRO 27,654 (Approved 12/18/19, Adopted 04/01/20),
as amended;
2.
Residential Code, Chapter 1116, SLCRO 27,654 (Approved 12/18/19,
Adopted 04/01/20), as amended;
3.
Existing Building Code, Chapter 1117, SLCRO 27,654 (Approved
12/18/19, Adopted 04/0 l/20), as amended;
4.
Mechanical Code (including Fire Suppression Systems, Elevators
and Conveying Systems, Amusements Rides and Periodic Inspections of
Mechanical Equipment), Chapter 1108, SLCRO 27,619 (Approved 12/05/19,
Adopted 04/01/20), as amended;
5.
Electrical Code, Chapter 1102, SLCRO 27,430 (Approved 06/1 8/19,
Adopted 10/0 l/19), as amended;
6.
Plumbing Code, Chapter 1103, SLCRO 27,424 (Approved 06/05/19,
Adopted 10/01/19), as amended;
7.
Explosives Code, Chapter 711, SLCRO 22,015 (Approved 9/14/04),
as amended;
8.
Property Maintenance Code, Chapter 1110, SLCRO 27,617 (Approved
12/05/19, Adopted 04/01/20), as amended;
9.
The Land Disturbance Code as adopted by St. Louis County, Missouri,
through its most recent amendment via St. Louis County Ordinance 25,494,
approved on July 31, 2013, by St. Louis County, Missouri, is hereby
adopted as the Land Disturbance Code of the City of Warson Woods,
Missouri, a copy of which is attached hereto, as if fully set out
herein (held on file in the City offices).
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are hereby adopted as the Building/Swimming Pool and Spa, Residential,
Existing Building, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Explosives, Property
Maintenance, and Land Disturbance Codes of the City of Warson Woods,
Missouri.
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B.
The adoption of the Codes provided for in Subsection (A) above shall be conditioned upon the following:
1.
The words "City of Warson Woods, Missouri," shall be inserted
wherever the expression "name of jurisdiction" or "local jurisdiction"
appears in the St. Louis County ordinances hereinafter referenced.
2.
The terms "Department of Building Inspection," "Code Official,"
"Building Official," or "Building Commissioner" appear in the building
codes or ordinances of St. Louis County, it shall mean the City of
Warson Woods Building Commissioner or duly approved designee.
3.
The term "Board of Appeals" appears, it shall mean the Board
of Adjustment of the City of Warson Woods.
C.
A copy of the above-mentioned codes shall be kept on file by the
City Clerk and shall be available for inspection by any interested
person.
[Ord. No. 1572 § 3, 8-23-2016]
A.
The Mayor, on behalf of the City of Warson Woods, is hereby authorized
to enter into an agreement with St. Louis County for the enforcement
of any of the County Codes on the following terms:
[Ord. No. 1572 § 3, 8-23-2016]
A.
The following additions are made to the Residential Code of the City
of Warson Woods:
1.
Wood shingles and hand-split shakes are not permitted.
2.
Pre-fab fireplaces and flu chases shall be enclosed with a minimum
thickness of one-half-inch fire-rated drywall. Joints are to be tight
or taped. A minimum of one (1) inch clear is to be provided to the
drywall.
3.
Storage sheds that are detached from the principal residential
structure are not permitted in the residential districts as defined
in this Code.
4.
Masonry Requirement. For residential buildings, the following
shall apply:
a.
New Construction. For new construction of buildings of the fourth
class, at least eighty percent (80%) of the entire exterior surface
(including sides and rear) of the first story and below of buildings
shall be of brick or stone veneer. The remaining exterior surface
must be of material complying with the Warson Woods Building Code.
The total thickness of exterior walls of buildings in this class shall
be a minimum of ten (10) inches.
b.
Existing Buildings. For additions to or rehabilitations of existing
buildings, at least eighty percent (80%) of the entire exterior surface
(including sides and rear, but excluding the exposed concrete foundation
on the rear of the building) of the first story and below of buildings
in this class shall be of brick or stone veneer. The remaining exterior
surface must be of material complying with the Warson Woods Building
Code. The total thickness of exterior walls of buildings in this class
shall be a minimum of ten (10) inches.
c.
The requirement for eighty percent (80%) masonry is further
defined as:
(1)
Eighty percent (80%) of the net area of all elevations
is to be as stated in the applicable Section. "Net area" is defined
for this Section as the total area of any elevation, including small
appendages, minus the area of doors and windows.
(2)
Dimensions to be used in deducting for doors and
windows is the masonry opening.
(3)
All structures, including covered porches and garages
(whether attached or detached), are to have gutters and downspouts.
[Ord. No. 1572 § 3, 8-23-2016]
A.
No person, firm or corporation shall take any of the following actions without first obtaining a building permit in accordance with Subsection (B) of this Section; erect, alter, enlarge, repair, wreck, move or remove any building or structure, erect any retaining wall or fence wall constructed of masonry, timber or concrete.
B.
Applications for building permits required by Subsection (A) of this Section shall be filed with the City Clerk on forms and with such supporting information as required by the Building Commissioner. The Building Commissioner shall refer such applications to the Board of Aldermen with his or her recommendations thereon. If and when approved by the Board of Aldermen or its designee and the Building Commissioner and Fire Marshal of the City, the application shall be submitted to the St. Louis County Department of Public Works for final approval.
C.
No person, firm or corporation shall occupy or be permitted to occupy
any such building or structure for which a building permit shall hereafter
be issued, without first obtaining any occupancy, or reoccupancy,
permit from the St. Louis County Department of Public Works authorizing
such occupancy upon the completion of the work.
D.
The fees to be paid for permits as required under Subsection (A) of this Section shall be the same fees as prescribed by the St. Louis County Department of Public Works, plus an administrative fee determined by the City.
E.
No person, firm or corporation shall erect, operate or maintain any temporary structure, as defined in Chapter 515, within the City of Warson Woods without first obtaining a temporary structure permit authorizing same from the Building Commissioner or his/her authorized agents. Such temporary structure permit shall require conformance with Chapter 515, the provisions of the Building Code pertaining to temporary structures, and such other conditions and safeguards as will protect the safety of the occupants and the public.
F.
No person, firm, or corporation shall erect, alter, enlarge or repair
(except minor repairs) any bridge across any creek, ravine, ditch
or other watercourse for use by automobiles, trucks or other vehicles
within the City of Warson Woods without first obtaining a building
permit authorizing same from the Building Commissioner or his/her
authorized agents.
G.
If work upon any building shall be conducted in violation of this
Article, as to the use or application of material or workmanship,
or by deviation from approved plans or specifications or otherwise
as provided under the Building Code adopted by this Article, the building
permit shall be revoked.
[Ord. No. 1572 § 3, 8-23-2016]
The fee for building, demolition, occupancy, or other permit
hereunder shall be equal to the cost that the City incurs under its
contracts for inspections plus the City of Warson Woods, Missouri's
costs for administering the permitting process. A copy of the applicable
fees in the St. Louis County Code, 1100.010 through 1100.080, as amended,
inclusive, and including all tables, shall be on file in the City
offices for inspection by any interested person.
[Ord. No. 1572 § 3, 8-23-2016]
A.
Obligations Prior To Demolition — Fees. Prior to starting demolition
work on or wrecking of any building or structure, the contractor shall:
1.
Supply the City with a document containing the property owner(s)'
certification that the contractor is the designated contractor to
demolish the structure;
a.
Upon receipt of certification, the City will issue a letter
to St. Louis County Department of Public Works, verifying that the
property to be demolished is located within the City's municipal limits.
2.
Pay the applicable permit fee as described in St. Louis County
Code 1100.130, as amended, plus an administrative fee established
by the City;
3.
Install all required structures and fencing for protection of
people and property;
4.
Notify all affected utility companies in writing of the intention
to demolish or remove the building or structure and furnish the County
with a disconnect letter from each; and
5.
Obtain all necessary permits and approvals from the County,
and the Air Pollution Control and Waste Management departments of
the St. Louis County Health Department and provide a copy of same
to the City.
B.
During Demolition. All debris shall be confined to the site, and
no materials or equipment shall be allowed in or upon the street or
right-of-way after working hours or on weekends. The contractor and/or
owner shall remove any mud, waste or debris from streets at the end
of each day.
C.
Grading Of Lot. When a building has been demolished and building
replacement has not been projected or approved, the vacant lot shall
be filled, graded and maintained in conformity to the established
street grades at curb level. Non-graded area(s) are to be enclosed
with a safety fence, forty-eight (48) inches high. The lot shall be
maintained free from the accumulation of rubbish and all other unsafe
or hazardous conditions, which endanger the life or health of the
public. Provision shall be made to prevent the accumulation of water
or damage to any foundations on the premises or the adjoining property.
D.
Additional Conditions Or Requirements. In addition to anything required
herein, the Building Commissioner, or his/her authorized agents, may
require, as a condition of the permit or prior to issuing a permit,
any other information or action from the contractor or owner as may
be necessary to protect the health, safety and welfare of the community.
E.
Failure To Comply. Pursuant to Section 540.010, the lot owner of
record, its lessee, agent, or trustee, any contract owner and/or demolition
contractor shall be jointly and severally liable for any violation
of this Chapter, the terms of the permit or any other violation of
law arising from demolition activity.
[Ord. No. 1572 § 3, 8-23-2016]
Application for permits shall be made in writing upon forms
or blanks issued by the City or its authorized agents. All applications
submitted shall state clearly and fully the work proposed to be done
and shall be signed by the owner or his/her agent and filed in the
office of the Commissioner.
[Ord. No. 1572 § 3, 8-23-2016]
A.
If the matters referenced in any application for a permit, or if
the drawings and specifications accompanying and illustrating the
same, indicate to the Building Commissioner that the work to be done
is not in all respects in accordance with the City's zoning ordinances,
he/she shall refuse to issue a permit until such applications, drawings
and specifications shall have been made to conform in every respect
to the requirements of the zoning code and of all other laws of the
City of Warson Woods.
B.
After the Building Commissioner determines that such applications
and drawings and specifications conform, the Building Commissioner
shall signify that the drawings and specifications comply with the
terms of the City's zoning ordinances. The one (1) set of drawings
and specifications shall then be returned to such applicant. Another
individual [one (1)] set of drawings and specifications shall be submitted
to St. Louis County for review.
[Ord. No. 1572 § 3, 8-23-2016]
A.
Any outdoor activities arising from the construction, alteration,
demolition, repair, renovation or replacement of buildings or structures
in the City of Warson Woods shall be limited to the following hours,
local time:
1.
In the "C" Manchester Road Commercial District.
a.
Mondays through Thursdays (except specified holidays): beginning
at 7:00 A.M. and ending at 8:00 P.M.
b.
Fridays (except holidays): beginning at 7:00 A.M. and ending
at 5:00 P.M.
c.
Saturdays (except holidays): beginning at 8:00 A.M. and ending
at 5:00 P.M.
d.
On Sundays and the following holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial
Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day: none.
2.
In the "A" and "B" Residence Districts.
a.
Mondays through Thursdays (except specified holidays): beginning
at 7:00 A.M. and ending at 8:00 P.M.
b.
Fridays (except specified holidays): beginning at 7:00 A.M.
and ending at 5:00 P.M.
c.
Saturdays (except specified holidays): beginning at 8:00 A.M.
and ending at 5:00 P.M.
d.
Sundays and the following holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial
Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day: none.
3.
Exceptions applicable only to owner-occupants in the "A" and
"B" Residence Districts.
a.
Subject to the limitations set forth in Subsection (A)(3)(b) of this Subsection, the hours during which such construction activity shall be permitted shall be as follows for owners of any residence who occupy such residence as their primary home:
(1)
Mondays through Fridays (except New Year's Day,
Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day):
beginning at 7:00 A.M. and ending at 8:00 P.M.
b.
The foregoing special exception for owner-occupants shall not
be applicable to the use of outdoor construction equipment of a type
not normally owned and operated by residents of Warson Woods.
4.
Exceptions available to certain persons in the "A" and "B" Residence
Districts.
a.
Persons who own or have a binding contract to purchase a lot or residence who do not reside therein may obtain an exemption to the hours described in Subsection (A)(2) of this Section by obtaining the written consent of the residents of all residences located less than five hundred (500) feet from the boundary line of the lot or residence owned or being acquired by the person requesting such exception.
[Ord. No. 1572 § 3, 8-23-2016]
A.
The Building Commissioner may deny applications for building permits
if, in connection with any pending matter in the City, the applicant
or his principal has failed to comply with this Chapter or other applicable
ordinances of the City or has failed to comply with any lawful order,
ordinance or requirement of the City, the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer
District or St. Louis County, or of the State or County health department,
and continues to remain in violation or default at the time of his/her
application. None of the permits mentioned in this Section may be
issued contrary to the provisions of zoning regulations.
B.
The Building Commissioner may deny or revoke any building permit
in the following cases:
1.
At any time before any occupancy or before any work has commenced
under the building, excavation, electrical, plumbing or occupancy
permits. In such case the permittee is authorized to claim a refund
of the permit fees;
2.
If any person acting under and by virtue of the permits violates
any ordinance of the City, the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District
or the County or State health department;
3.
If any such person fails to comply with any lawful order or
directive or other requirement of the City, the Metropolitan St. Louis
Sewer District or the County or State health department; or
4.
If the Board of Aldermen shall, by resolution, declare its intention
or desire to rezone or consider the rezoning of any tract of land
or change the use regulations pertaining thereto, or to lease, purchase
or otherwise acquire any tract or parcel of land for municipal purposes,
a copy of such resolution shall within ten (10) days be filed with
the Planning and Zoning Commission and a copy thereof posted on the
bulletin board in the City Clerk/Collector's office, and in such case
no variance, building or occupancy permit, subdivision approval, special
permit, zoning district change or use change pertaining to such land
or any part thereof shall be granted, issued, recommended or approved
during a period of one hundred twenty (120) days after the date of
adoption of such resolution.
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Editor's Note: Former Section 505.065, Bond Required, was
repealed 3-21-2019 by Ord. No. 1618.
[Ord. No. 1572 § 3, 8-23-2016]
No building shall be enlarged, raised, altered or built upon
until it shall have first been examined by the Building Commissioner
or his/her duly authorized agents and found to be in safe and good
condition, to be enlarged, raised, altered, or built upon, and the
fee for such examination shall have been paid.
[Ord. No. 1572 § 3, 8-23-2016]
A.
The following requirements relating to all construction sites in
the City shall be enforced by the Building Commissioner or designee:
1.
All construction sites in the City shall be kept in an orderly
and clean condition at all times in accordance with the specific requirements
of this Section.
2.
Building materials to be used or incorporated in the work shall
be stored in an orderly fashion and shall not be located on any rights-of-way
of the City. Such building materials shall be used or incorporated
into the work within fifteen (15) days after they are delivered to
the construction site.
3.
All construction waste, debris and surplus construction materials
shall be collected on a daily basis and shall be placed in a portable
dumpster or removed from the construction site within forty-eight
(48) hours after collection. Portable dumpsters shall not be placed
on any public right-of-way.
4.
Any excavation in any right-of-way related to a construction
site shall be backfilled within fifteen (15) days. The Building Commissioner
may grant an extension of time for reasons determined to be valid
by the Building Commissioner upon written application of the contractor
or subcontractor which is obligated to do the backfilling.
5.
All portable toilets utilized at a construction site shall be
placed at a location which is a minimum of twenty-five (25) feet behind
the front property line and a minimum of at least five (5) feet away
from any applicable side or rear setback lines or other location approved
by the Building Commissioner. In no event shall a portable toilet
be located on a public right-of-way.
