[CC 1985 §5-70; Ord. No. 2979 §1, 6-25-1998]
This Article shall be known and may be cited as the Building Code.
[CC 1985 §5-71; Ord. No. 2979 §2, 6-25-1998]
A.
The general purpose of this Article is to protect the public health, safety, comfort, morals and the general welfare of the people of the City. These general objectives include, among others, the following specific purposes:
1.
To protect the character and stability of commercial and residential areas within the City.
2.
To provide minimum standards for cooking, heating and sanitary equipment necessary to the health and safety of occupants of buildings.
3.
To provide facilities for light and ventilation necessary to health and safety.
4.
To prevent additions or alterations to existing commercial and residential dwellings that would be injurious to the life, health, safety or general welfare of the occupants of such dwellings or neighboring properties.
5.
To prevent the overcrowding of dwellings by providing minimum space standards per occupant of each dwelling unit.
6.
To provide minimum standards for the maintenance of existing commercial and residential buildings and to prohibit the spread of slums and blight.
7.
To preserve the taxable value of land and buildings throughout the City.
[CC 1985 §5-72; Ord. No. 2979 §3, 6-25-1998]
The following definitions shall apply in the interpretation and enforcement of this Article:
Approved by the Code Official.
The Zoning Board of Adjustment of the City.
Any real estate improvement, dwelling unit, accessory building, rooming unit, premise, commercial structure and all other structures designed to be occupied or visited by people.
The collection of codes set out in Section 500.110 of this Article.
The City Administrator or his/her delegate, the Building Inspector.
See "OCCUPANCY PERMIT".
The City of Ste. Genevieve.
The Building Commissioner of the City or the duly authorized representative of the Building Commissioner.
To adjudge unfit for use or occupancy.
As referenced in this Section, an additional cost of not more than twenty percent (20%) of the cost of the base project.
[Ord. No. 4395, 3-1-2022]
A building used to house four (4) or more unrelated residents.
[Ord. No. 4050 § 1, 8-11-2016]
A certificate of occupancy issued under the provisions of this Code.
Any person living or sleeping in a building or having possession of a space within a building.
Renovations totaling thirty-three percent (33%) or more of the total gross square footage or renovation costs equal to or greater than thirty-three percent (33%) of the assessed building value.
[Ord. No. 4050 § 1, 8-11-2016]
[CC 1985 §5-73; Ord. No. 2979 §4, 6-25-1998; Ord. No. 3281, 2-27-2003; Ord. No. 3534 §1, 6-26-2007; Ord. No. 3552 §2, 10-11-2007; Ord. No. 3813 §1, 7-12-2012; Ord. No. 3938 §1, 12-11-2014; Ord. No. 4050 § 2, 8-11-2016; Ord. No. 4131, 10-26-2017; Ord. No. 4206, 4-11-2019; Ord. No. 4263, 12-12-2019; Ord. No. 4394, 3-1-2022; Ord. No. 4427, 8-25-2022; Ord. No. 4582, 2-27-2025]
A.
International Building Code Adopted. The Building Code of the City of Ste. Genevieve shall consist of the ICC Building Code, 2021 Edition, published by the International Code Council, Inc., (the "Building Code") which is incorporated by reference and made a part hereof.
Amendments To The International Building Code. The Building Code is hereby amended as follows:
1.
Section 101.1, Title. (Amended).
These regulations shall be known as the Building Code of the City of Ste. Genevieve hereinafter referred to as "this code."
2.
Section 104.6, Right Of Entry. (Deleted).
3.
Section 105.2, Work Exempt From Permit. (Amended).
Building: is hereby amended by removing "2. Fences not over seven (7) feet (2,134 mm) high."
4.
Section 113, Means Of Appeals. (Deleted and Amended).
113.1 Board of Appeals. To hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the Building Official relating to the application and interpretation of this code, the Board of Adjustment of the City shall sit as the Board of Appeals having the authority set forth in this code and shall adopt rules of procedure for the conduct of such appeals in accordance with applicable law. Any person directly impacted by an action or decision of the Code Official such that the person would have standing in a court of law to challenge the action may petition the Board of Adjustment for a review of any final decision of any City officer under the Building Code, provided that a written application for appeal is filed within thirty (30) business days after the day of the decision or order served. An application for appeal shall be based solely on a claim that:
1.
The true intent of the code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted;
2.
The provisions of this code do not fully apply; or
3.
The requirements of the code are adequately satisfied by other means.
The Board of Adjustment shall have no authority to waive the requirements of this code. The decision of the Board of Adjustment may be further appealed to the Circuit Court of Ste. Genevieve County as provided in Section 67.430, RSMo.
5.
Section 312.1, General. (Amended).
"Fences more than six (6) feet (1,829 mm) in height" to "Fences."
6.
Section 423.1, General. (Deleted and Amended).
"In addition to other applicable requirements in this code, storm shelters shall be constructed in accordance with ICC 500, where economically feasible."
7.
Section 1612.3, Establishment Of Flood Hazard Areas. (Amended) by substituting "City of Ste. Genevieve" for the words "[NAME OF JURISDICTION]" and "February 15, 2019" for the words "[DATE OF ISSUANCE]."
B.
International Residential Building Code Adopted. The Residential Code of the City of Ste. Genevieve shall consist of the ICC International Residential Code, 2021 Edition, published by the International Code Council, Inc., (the "Residential Code"), including appendixes AA, AB, AC, AD, AE, AG, AH, and AJ as published by the International Code Council, which is incorporated herein by reference and made a part hereof.
Amendments To The International Residential Code. The Residential Code is hereby amended as follows:
1.
Section R101.1, Title. (Amended).
These provisions shall be known as the Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings of the City of Ste. Genevieve and shall be cited as such and will be referred to herein as "this code."
2.
Section 104.6, Right Of Entry. (Deleted).
3.
Section R105.2, Work Exempt From Permit. (Amended).
Building: is hereby amended by removing "2. Fences not over seven (7) feet (2,134 mm) high."
4.
Section R105.2.1, Emergency Repairs. (Amended).
Where equipment or system replacements and/or repairs must be performed in an emergency situation, the permit application shall be submitted within the next two (2) business days to the Building Official.
5.
Section R105.7, Placement Of Permit. (Amended).
The building permit authorization card and stamped approved plans shall be kept on the construction site until completion of the work. The authorization card shall be placed in a window visible from the street upon which the structure or structures face or located on the exterior of the structure facing the street in a clear waterproof container.
6.
Section R106.3.1, Approval Of Construction Documents. (Amended).
Where the Building Official issues a permit, the construction documents shall be approved in writing or by a stamp that states "REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE." One (1) set of construction documents so reviewed shall be retained by the Building Official. The other set shall be returned to the applicant, may be kept at the site of work or made available at the time of inspection and shall be open to inspection by the Building Official or a duly authorized representative.
7.
Section R108.6, Work Commencing Before Permit Issuance. (Amended).
Any person who commences work requiring a permit on a building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system before obtaining the necessary permits shall be subject to a fee established by the applicable governing authority that shall be in addition to the required permit fees.
Exceptions:
8.
Section R112, Board Of Appeals. (Deleted and Amended).
To hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the Building Official relating to the application and interpretation of this code, the Board of Adjustment of the City shall sit as the Board of Appeals having the authority set forth in this code and shall adopt rules of procedure for the conduct of such appeals in accordance with applicable law. Any person directly impacted by an action or decision of the Code Official such that the person would have standing in a court of law to challenge the action may petition the Board of Adjustment for a review of any final decision of any City officer under the Building Code, provided that a written application for appeal is filed within thirty (30) business days after the day of the decision or order served. An application for appeal shall be based solely on a claim that:
1.
The true intent of the code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted;
2.
The provisions of this code do not fully apply; or
3.
The requirements of the code are adequately satisfied by other means.
The Board of Adjustment shall have no authority to waive the requirements of this code. The decision of the Board of Adjustment may be further appealed to the Circuit Court of Ste. Genevieve County as provided in Section 67.430, RSMo.
9.
Section R113.4, Violation Penalties. (Amended).
Any person who violates a provision of this code or fails to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs a building or structure in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the Building Official, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code, shall be subject to the penalties of Section 500.350 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Ste. Genevieve. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense.
10.
Section R113.5, Method Of Service. (Added).
Such notice shall be deemed to be properly served upon the owner, owner's agent or upon the person responsible for the structure if a copy thereof is:
1.
Delivered personally by leaving the notice with a responsible party of suitable age and discretion;
2.
Delivered by regular mail, certified mail, first class mail, registered mail, courier service, UPS, FedEx, Amazon, or any similar service with delivery confirmation, to the most recent known address or the mailing address according to the real estate property records of Ste. Genevieve County Missouri.
3.
A copy thereof may be posted in a conspicuous place in or about the structure affected by such notice.
11.
Section 202, Definitions, Story Above Grade Plane. (Amended).
Any story having its finished floor surface entirely above grade plane, or in which the finished surface of the floor next above is:
12.
Section R301.2, Climatic And Geographic Design Criteria. to include:
13.
Section R302.1, Exterior Walls. (Amended)
Construction, projections, openings and penetrations of exterior walls of dwellings and accessory buildings shall comply with Table R302.1(1) as amended; or dwellings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section P2904 shall comply with Table R302.1(2).
Exceptions:
1.
Walls, projections, openings or penetrations in walls perpendicular to the line used to determine the fire separation distance.
2.
Walls of individual dwelling units and their accessory structures located on the same lot.
3.
Detached tool sheds and storage sheds, playhouses and similar structures exempted from permits are not required to provide wall protection based on location on the lot. Projections beyond the exterior wall shall not extend over the lot line.
4.
Detached garages accessory to a dwelling located within two (2) feet (610 mm) of a lot line are permitted to have roof eave projections not exceeding four (4) inches (102 mm).
5.
Foundation vents installed in compliance with this code are permitted.
6.
Cantilevered manufactured fireplaces.
7.
Roof eave overhangs.
8.
Uncovered decks.
14.
Section R302.5.1, Opening Protection. (Amended).
Openings from a private garage directly into a room used for sleeping purposes shall not be permitted. Other openings between the garage and residence shall be equipped with solid wood doors not less than 1 3/8 inches (35 mm) in thickness, solid or honeycomb-core steel doors not less than 1 3/8 inches (35 mm) thick, or 20-minute fire-rated doors and door shall be self-latching.
15.
Section R302.5.2, Duct Penetration. (Amended).
Ducts in the garage and ducts penetrating the walls or ceilings separating the dwelling from the garage shall be constructed of a minimum No. 28 gage (0.378 mm) sheet steel or other approved material and shall not have openings into the garage.
16.
Section R302.13, Fire Protection Of Floors. (Amended).
Floor assemblies that are not required elsewhere in this code to be fire-resistance rated, shall be provided with a 1/2-inch (12.7 mm) gypsum wallboard membrane, 5/8-inch (16 mm) wood structural panel membrane, or equivalent on the underside of the floor framing member. Penetrations or openings for ducts, vents, electrical outlets, lighting, devices, luminaires, wires, speakers, drainage, piping and similar openings or penetrations shall be permitted. Fire blocking, draft stopping, fire taping, and/or additional framing is not required.
Exceptions:
1.
Floor assemblies located directly over a space protected by an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section P2904, NFPA 13D, or other approved equivalent sprinkler system.
2.
Floor assemblies located directly over a crawl space not intended for storage or for the installation of fuel-fired or electric-powered heating appliances.
3.
Portions of floor assemblies shall be permitted to be unprotected where complying with the following:
3.1.
The aggregate area of the unprotected floor assembly does not exceed one hundred (100) square feet per HVAC zone.
3.2.
Areas of the floor assembly covered by HVAC metal plenum, trunk lines, and steel structural beams shall be considered protected. Gypsum wallboard membrane shall be within two (2) inches of all previously listed items.
4.
Wood floor assemblies using dimension lumber or structural composite lumber equal to or greater than 2-inch by 10-inch (50.8 mm by 254 mm) nominal dimension, or other approved floor assemblies demonstrating equivalent fire performance.
17.
Section R303.5.2, Exhaust Openings. (Amended).
Exhaust air shall not be directed below six (6) feet and eight (8) inches onto public walkways.
18.
Section R309.5, Fire Sprinklers. (Amended).
Private garages shall be protected by fire sprinklers where the garage wall has been designed based on Table 302.1(2), Note a., and the homeowner has opted to purchase a fire sprinkler system for their residence, as per Section 67.281, RSMo. Sprinklers in garages shall be connected to an automatic sprinkler system that complies with Section P2904. Garage sprinklers shall be residential sprinklers or quick-response sprinklers, designed to provide a density of 0.05 gpm/ft2. Garage doors shall not be considered obstructions with respect to sprinkler placement.
19.
Section R311.7.5.2, Treads. (Amended).
The tread depth shall be not less than ten (10) inches (254 mm). The tread depth shall be measured horizontally between the vertical planes of the foremost projection of adjacent treads and at a right angle to the tread's leading edge. The greatest tread depth within any flight of stairs shall not exceed the smallest by more than 3/8 inch (9.5 mm).
Exceptions:
1.
For remodeling projects, such as in existing homes, homes in urban, infill or high-density developments, or historical buildings or dwellings, riser height of not more than 8 1/4 inches (210 mm) and tread depth of not less than nine (9) inches (229 mm) will be allowed.
2.
For remodeling projects in existing homes, stair tread and riser will be allowed to mimic previous or existing conditions.
20.
Section R312.1.1, Where Required. (Amended).
Guards shall be provided for those portions of open-sided walking surfaces, including floors, stairs, ramps and landings that are located more than thirty (30) inches (762 mm) measured vertically to the floor or grade below. Insect screening shall not be considered as a guard.
21.
Section R312.1.5, Retaining Wall Protection. (Added).
Guards shall be provided where retaining walls with differences in grade level on either side of the wall in excess of thirty (30) inches are located closer than two (2) feet to a walk, path, parking lot or driveway on the high side of the retaining wall.
22.
Section R312.2, Window Fall Protection. (Deleted).
23.
Section R313, Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems. (Deleted and Amended).
Abide by Chapter 67, Section 67.281, RSMo., dated August 28, 2016. A builder of one- or two-family dwellings or townhouses shall offer to any purchaser on or before the time of entering into the purchase contract the option, at the purchaser's cost, to install or equip fire sprinklers in the dwelling or townhouse. Notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, no purchaser of such a one- or two-family dwelling or townhouse shall be denied the right to choose or decline to install a fire sprinkler system in such dwelling or townhouse being purchased by any code, ordinance, rule, regulation, order, or resolution by any county or other political subdivision.
R313.1 Two-Family Dwellings. Dwelling units in two-family dwellings shall be separated from each other by wall and/or floor assemblies having not less than a one-hour fire-resistance rating when tested in accordance with ASTM E 119. Fire-resistance-rated floor-ceiling and wall assemblies shall extend to and be tight against the exterior wall, and wall assemblies shall extend to the underside of the roof sheathing. | |
Exceptions: | |
1. | A fire-resistance rating of one-half (1/2) hour shall be permitted in buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with NFPA 13. |
2. | Wall assemblies need not extend through attic spaces when the ceiling is protected by not less than five-eighths-inch (15.9 mm) Type X gypsum board and an attic draft stop constructed as specified in Section R502.12.1 is provided above and along the wall assembly separating the dwellings. The structural framing supporting the ceiling shall also be protected by not less than one-half-inch (12.7 mm) gypsum board or equivalent. |
R313.1.1 Supporting Construction. When floor assemblies are required to be fire-resistance-rated by Section R313.1, the supporting construction of such assemblies shall have an equal or greater fire-resistive rating. |
R313.2 Townhouses. Each townhouse shall be considered a separate building and shall be separated by fire-resistance-rated wall assemblies meeting the requirements of Section R302 for exterior walls. |
Exception: A common two-hour fire-resistance-rated wall is permitted for townhouses if such walls do not contain plumbing or mechanical equipment, ducts or vents in the cavity of the common wall. Electrical installations shall be installed in accordance with Chapters 34 through 43. Penetrations of electrical outlet boxes shall be in accordance with Section R313.3. |
R313.2.1 Continuity. The fire-resistance-rated wall or assembly separating townhouses shall be continuous from the foundation to the underside of the roof sheathing, deck or slab. The fire-resistance rating shall extend the full length of the wall or assembly, including wall extensions through and separating attached enclosed accessory structures. |
R313.2.2 Parapets. Parapets constructed in accordance with Section R313.2.3 shall be constructed for townhouses as an extension of exterior walls or common walls in accordance with the following: | |
1. | Where roof surfaces adjacent to the wall or walls are at the same elevation, the parapet shall extend not less than thirty (30) inches (762 mm) above the roof surfaces. |
2. | Where roof surfaces adjacent to the wall or walls are at different elevations and the higher roof is not more than thirty (30) inches (762 mm) above the lower roof, the parapet shall extend not less than thirty (30) inches (762 mm) above the lower roof surface. |
Exception: A parapet is not required in the two (2) cases above when the roof is covered with a minimum Class C roof covering, and the roof decking or sheathing is of non-combustible materials or approved fire-retardant-treated wood for a distance of four (4) feet (1,219 mm) on each side of the wall or walls, or one (1) layer of five-eighths-inch (15.9 mm) Type X gypsum board is installed directly beneath the roof decking or sheathing, supported by a minimum of nominal two-inch (51 mm) ledgers attached to the sides of the roof framing members, for a minimum distance of four (4) feet (1,220 mm) on each side of the wall or walls. A parapet is not required where roof surfaces adjacent to the wall or walls are at different elevations and the higher roof is more than thirty (30) inches (762 mm) above the lower roof. The common wall construction from the lower roof to the underside of the higher roof deck shall have not less than a one-hour fire-resistance rating. The wall shall be rated for exposure from both sides. | |
R313.2.3 Parapet Construction. Parapets shall have the same fire-resistance rating as that required for the supporting wall or walls. On any side adjacent to a roof surface, the parapet shall have non-combustible faces for the uppermost eighteen (18) inches (457 mm), to include counter flashing and coping materials. Where the roof slopes toward a parapet at slopes greater than two (2) units vertical in twelve (12) units horizontal (16.7% slope), the parapet shall extend to the same height as any portion of the roof within a distance of three (3) feet (914 mm), but in no case shall the height be less than thirty (30) inches (762 mm). |
R313.2.4 Structural Independence. Each individual townhouse shall be structurally independent. | |
Exceptions: | |
1. | Foundations supporting exterior walls or common walls. |
2. | Structural roof and wall sheathing from each unit may fasten to the common wall framing. |
3. | Non-structural wall coverings. |
4. | Flashing at termination of roof covering over common wall. |
5. | Townhouses separated by a common two-hour fire-resistance-rated wall as provided in Section R317.2. |
24.
Section R323.1, General. (Amended).
This Section applies to storm shelters where, constructed as separate detached buildings or where, constructed as safe rooms within buildings for the purpose of providing refuge from storms that produce high winds, such as tornadoes and hurricanes. In addition to other applicable requirements in this code, storm shelters shall be constructed in accordance with ICC 500, except when located below grade or if basement walls are fully constructed with concrete.
25.
Section R401.1, Application. (Amended).
The provisions of this Chapter shall control the design and construction of the foundation and foundation spaces for buildings. In addition to the provisions of this Chapter, the design and construction of foundations in flood hazard areas as established by Table R301.2(1) shall meet the provisions of Section R322. Wood foundations shall be designed and installed in accordance with AWC PWF.
Exceptions: The provisions of this Chapter shall be permitted to be used for wood foundations only in the following situations:
1.
In buildings that have not more than two (2) floors and a roof.
2.
Where interior basement and foundation walls are constructed at intervals not exceeding fifty (50) feet (15,240 mm).
3.
(Added) The provisions of this Chapter shall not be required for detached accessory structure foundations under two hundred (200) square feet.
Wood foundations in Seismic Design Category D0, D1 or D2 shall be designed in accordance with accepted engineering practice.
26.
Section R403.1.7, Footings On Or Adjacent To Slopes. (Amended).
The placement of buildings and structures on or adjacent to slopes steeper than one (1) unit vertical in three (3) units horizontal (33.3-percent slope) shall conform to Sections R403.1.7.1 through R403.1.7.4 or plans as signed and sealed by a registered engineer/design professional licensed in the State of Missouri.
27.
Section R404.1.3.2, Reinforcement For Foundation Walls. (Amended).
Concrete foundation walls shall be laterally supported at the top and bottom. Horizontal reinforcement shall be provided in accordance with Table R404.1.2(1). Vertical reinforcement shall be provided in accordance with Table R404.1.2(2), R404.1.2(3), R404.1.2(4), R404.1.2(5), R404.1.2(6), R404.1.2(7) or R404.1.2(8). Vertical reinforcement for flat basement walls retaining four (4) feet (1,219 mm) or more of unbalanced backfill is permitted to be determined in accordance with Table R404.1.2(9). For basement walls supporting above-grade concrete walls, vertical reinforcement shall be the greater of that required by Tables R404.1.2(2) through R404.1.2(8) or by Section R608.6 for the above-grade wall. In buildings assigned to Seismic Design Category D0, D1 or D2, concrete foundation walls shall also comply with Section R404.1.4.2.
Exception: Where unstable soil or ground water conditions do not exist, concrete foundation walls may be constructed in accordance with Table R404.1.2(10).
28.
Table R404.1.2(10), Concrete Foundation Walls. (Added).
Maximum Wall Height | Maximum Depth of Unbalanced Backfill | Minimum Nominal Wall Thickness |
|---|---|---|
8'-0" | 7'-6" or less | 8" (Note a) |
9'-0" | 8'-6" or less | 10" (Note b) |
10'-0" | 9'-6" or less | 12" (Note c) |
Note a: Concrete foundation walls may be constructed a minimum of nominal eight (8) inches thick where the wall height from the top of the footing to the top of the wall does not exceed eight (8) feet. A minimum of two (2) #4 reinforcing bars shall be placed horizontally in the top and bottom of the foundation wall. A minimum of two (2) #5 reinforcing bars shall be provided around all window and door openings in concrete foundation and basement walls; bars shall extend a minimum of twenty-four (24) inches beyond the corners of the openings. |
Note b: Concrete foundation walls may be constructed a minimum of nominal ten (10) inches thick. A minimum of two (2) #5 reinforcing bars shall be placed horizontally in the top, middle, and bottom of the foundation wall. A minimum of two (2) #5 reinforcing bars shall be provided around all window and door openings in concrete foundation and basement walls; bars shall extend a minimum of twenty-four (24) inches beyond the corners of the openings. |
Note c: Concrete foundation walls may be constructed a minimum of nominal twelve (12) inches thick. A minimum of three (3) #5 reinforcing bars shall be placed horizontally in the top, middle, and bottom of the foundation wall. A minimum of two (2) #5 reinforcing bars shall be provided around all window and door openings in concrete foundation and basement walls; bars shall extend a minimum of twenty-four (24) inches beyond the corners of the openings. |
Note d: The concrete minimum wall thickness shall be eight (8) inches for foundation walls in soil classes SC, MH, ML-CL and inorganic CL when maximum wall height is eight (8) feet. |
Note e: The concrete minimum wall thickness shall be ten (10) inches for foundation walls in soil classes SC, MH, ML-CL and inorganic CL when the maximum wall height is nine (9) feet. |
Note f: The concrete minimum wall thickness shall be twelve (12) inches for foundation walls in soil classes SC, MH, ML-CL and inorganic CL when the maximum wall height is ten (10) feet. |
29.
Section 405.1, Concrete Or Masonry Foundations. (Amended).
Drains shall be provided around concrete or masonry foundations that retain earth and enclose habitable or usable spaces located below grade. Drainage tiles, gravel or crushed stone drains, perforated pipe or other approved systems or materials shall be installed at or below the top of the footing or below the bottom of the slab and shall discharge by gravity or mechanical means into an approved drainage system. Gravel or crushed stone drains shall extend not less than one (1) foot (305 mm) beyond the outside edge of the footing and six (6) inches (152 mm) above the top of the footing and be covered with an approved filter membrane material. The top of open joints of drain tiles shall be protected with strips of building paper. Except where otherwise recommended by the drain manufacturer, perforated drains shall be surrounded with an approved filter membrane or the filter membrane shall cover the washed gravel or crushed rock covering the drain. Drainage tiles or perforated pipe shall be placed on not less than two (2) inches (51 mm) of washed gravel or crushed rock not less than one (1) sieve size larger than the tile joint opening or perforation and covered with not less than six (6) inches (152 mm) of the same material.
Exceptions:
1.
A drainage system is not required where the foundation is installed on well-drained ground or sand-gravel mixture soils according to the Unified Soil Classification System, Group I soils, as detailed in Table R405.1.
2.
Drains provided as detailed in Section R405.1.2 are approved as an alternative method to meet the requirements of this Section.
30.
Section R405.1.2, Soil Evaluations. (Added).
An evaluation of the soil for the presence or absence of groundwater is required. The evaluation report shall be based on either a subsurface soil investigation or satisfactory data from adjacent areas together with an inspection of the excavation prior to pouring concrete.
31.
Section R405.1.2.1, Groundwater Present. (Added).
Provide drain tile, perforated pipe or other approved foundation drainage systems (such as water channel system) around perimeter of the outside of the foundation and inside the foundation. Drain discharge shall be by gravity to daylight or be connected to a basement floor sump.
32.
Section R405.1.2.2, No Groundwater Present. (Added)
Provide drain tile, perforated pipe or other approved foundation drainage systems (such as water channel system) around perimeter of the outside of the foundation or inside the foundation. Drain discharge shall be by gravity to daylight or be connected to a basement floor sump.
33.
Section R405.1.2.3, Filter Membranes. (Added).
An approved filter membrane shall be placed over the top of the joints/pipe perforations. The tile/pipe shall be placed on two (2) inches minimum of gravel or crushed stone and have six (6) inches of minimum cover.
34.
Section R405.1.2.4, Drainage System. (Added).
A drainage system shall discharge by gravity to daylight or be connected to an approved sump [fifteen (15) inches in diameter x eighteen (18) inches deep with fitted cover]. A sump pump shall be provided if the basement is finished or partially finished with pump discharge by an approved method.
35.
Section R506.2.3, Vapor Retarder. (Amended).
A minimum six (6) mil (0.006 inch; 0.152 mm) vapor retarder conforming to ASTM E1745 Class A requirements with joints lapped not less than six (6) inches (152 mm) shall be placed between the concrete floor slab and the base course or the prepared subgrade where a base course does not exist.
36.
Section R602.12, Simplified Wall Bracing. (Amended).
Buildings meeting all of the following conditions shall be permitted to be braced in accordance with this Section as an alternative to the requirements of Section R602.10. The entire building shall be braced in accordance with this Section; the use of other bracing provisions of Section R602.10, except as specified herein, shall not be permitted.
1.
There shall be not more than three (3) stories above the top of a concrete or masonry foundation or basement wall. Permanent wood foundations shall not be permitted.
2.
Floors shall not cantilever more than twenty-four (24) inches (607 mm) beyond the foundation or bearing wall below.
3.
Wall height shall not be greater than a nominal twelve (12) feet when using the minimum required bracing lengths specified in Table 602.12.4.
Exception: Structural calculations and details are not required when there are no braced wall panels in that portion of a wall where the height exceeds a nominal twelve (12) feet and that greater wall height segment is part of a prescriptive braced wall line on each of the adjacent stories.
4.
The building shall have a roof eave-to-ridge height of fifteen (15) feet (4,572 mm) or less.
5.
Exterior walls shall have gypsum board with a minimum thickness of one-half (1/2) inch (12.7 mm) installed on the interior side fastened in accordance with Table R702.3.5.
Exception: Gypsum board is not required for wall bracing on exterior walls in garages.
6.
The structure shall be located where the ultimate design wind speed is less than or equal to one hundred thirty (130) mph (58 m/s), and the exposure category is B or C.
7.
The structure shall be located in Seismic Design Category A, B or C for detached one- and two-family dwellings or Seismic Design Category A, B or C for townhouses.
8.
Cripple walls shall not be permitted in three-story buildings.
37.
Section R602.12.2, Sheathing Materials. (Amended).
The following sheathing materials installed on the exterior side of exterior walls shall be used to construct a bracing unit as defined in Section R602.12.3. Mixing materials is prohibited.
38.
Section R602.12.3, Bracing Unit. (Amended).
A bracing unit shall be a full- height sheathed segment of the exterior wall without openings or vertical or horizontal offsets and a minimum length as specified herein. Interior walls shall not contribute toward the amount of required bracing. Mixing of Items 1 and 2 is prohibited on the same story.
1.
Where all framed portions of all exterior walls are sheathed in accordance with Section R602.12.2, including wall areas between bracing units, above and below openings and on gable end walls, the minimum length of a bracing unit shall be three (3) feet (914 mm). For walls with heights greater than a nominal ten (10) feet, the minimum length of a bracing unit shall be four (4) feet (1,219 mm).
2.
Where the exterior walls are braced with sheathing panels in accordance with Section R602.12.2 and areas between bracing units are covered with other materials, the minimum length of a bracing unit shall be four (4) feet (1,219 mm).
39.
Section R602.13, Alternate Simplified Bracing Method For One- And Two-Family Dwellings When The Entire Structure Is Sheathed With Wood Structural Panels And Located In Wind Exposure A or B. (Added).
The construction documents shall detail the locations and widths of all braced wall panels in accordance with this Section.
40.
Section R602.13.1, Wood Structural Sheathing. (Added).
The building exterior walls shall be sheathed with 7/16 inch (11.1 mm) or thicker plywood or OSB wood structural panels. The wood structural panels shall be applied to all exterior walls, gable ends and band boards. All vertical joints between panels shall be blocked. Horizontal joints in braced wall panels shall be blocked.
41.
Section R602.13.2, Braced Wall Panel Locations. (Added).
Braced wall panels shall be located in every exterior braced wall line in accordance with the following criteria:
1.
The outside edge of the first braced wall panel meeting the width established in Table R602.13.3 shall be a maximum of twelve and one-half (12.5) feet (3,810 mm) or less from each end of the braced wall line. The outside stud of the first braced wall panels closest to the end of the braced wall line shall be secured with a hold-down device securing the end stud to the foundation with a minimum uplift design value of eight hundred (800) pounds.
Exception: The eight hundred (800) pound hold-down device is not required when the braced wall panel is placed at the end of the braced wall line and there is a twenty-four (24) inch (610 mm) wide full height sheathed wall placed ninety degrees (90°) to the end of the braced wall line and panel.
2.
The centerline spacing of braced wall panels in a braced wall line may not exceed twenty-five (25) feet (7,620 mm).
42.
Section R602.13.3, Braced Wall Panel Widths. (Added).
Braced wall panel locations shall be shown on the floor plans or elevation views and meet the widths established in Table R602.13.3.
43.
Table 602.13.3, Simplified Bracing Panel Widths. (Added).
Width of Solid Panela, b | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8' wall height | 9' wall height | 10' wall height | 12' wall height | ||
Plywood/OSB Panel | 3:1 | 32" | 36" | 40" | 48" |
Simplified Portal Wallc | 6:1 | 16"d | 18"d | 20"d | 24"d |
a. | Linear interpolation is permitted. |
b. | Wall height is the vertical distance from the bottom of the sole/sill plate to the top of the double top plate. An additional two (2) inch (50.8 mm) variation in height is allowed for pre-cut stud framing. |
c. | The Simplified Portal Wall, if applicable, shall be constructed in accordance with the applicable detail in Figure R602.13.3. The designer shall provide this detail on the construction documents. |
d. | The Simplified Portal Wall width assumes the beam is placed under the top plate of the wall. A smaller width may be calculated for a lower top of beam height using the 6:1 height to width ratio. |
44.
Section R602.13.4, Corner Framing. (Added).
The exterior wall corners shall be constructed in accordance with the applicable detail in Figure R602.10.10.4.
Exception: Braced wall panels located in accordance with Section R602.13.2.
45.
Section R602.13.5, Braced Wall Line Spacing. (Added).
When the perpendicular distance between the exterior braced wall lines exceeds fifty (50) feet (15,240 mm), the registered design professional shall include the following certification on the drawings: The interior and exterior wall configuration braces for the structure in accordance with or equivalent to the lateral bracing provisions of Section R602.10 of the International Residential Code, 2009 Edition or Section 2305 of the International Building Code, 2009 Edition.
46.
Section R602.13.6, Maximum Wall Height. (Added).
Walls greater than twelve (12) feet (3,658 mm) [twelve (12) feet two (2) inches (3,708 mm) actual] in height and twelve (12) feet (3,658 mm) in width shall be designed and detailed by the registered design professional to resist wind loads in both the longitudinal and transverse directions.
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47.
Section R905.2.8.2, Valleys. (Amended).
Valley linings shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions before applying shingles. Valley linings of the following types shall be permitted:
1.
For open valleys (valley lining exposed) lined with metal, the valley lining shall be not less than twenty-four (24) inches (610 mm) wide and of any of the corrosion-resistant metals in Table R905.2.8.2.
2.
For open valleys, valley lining of two (2) plies of mineral-surfaced roll roofing, complying with ASTM D3909 or ASTM D6380 Class M, shall be permitted. The bottom layer shall be eighteen (18) inches (457 mm) and the top layer not less than thirty-six (36) inches (914 mm) wide.
3.
For closed valleys (valley covered with shingles), valley lining of two-ply No. 15 felt complying with ASTM D226 Type I, ASTM D4869 Type I, or ASTM D6757, and not less than eighteen (18) inches wide, or valley lining as described in Item 1 and 2 shall be permitted. Self-adhering polymer modified bitumen underlayment complying with ASTM DI970 shall be permitted in lieu of the lining material.
48.
Section R905.2.8.5, Drip Edge. (Amended).
A drip edge shall be provided at eaves of shingle roofs. Adjacent segments of drip edge shall be overlapped not less than two (2) inches (51 mm). Drip edges shall extend not less than one-forth (1/4) inch (6.4 mm) below the roof sheathing and extend up back onto the roof deck not less than two (2) inches (51 mm). Drip edges shall be mechanically fastened to the roof deck at not more than twelve (12) inches (305 mm) o.c. with fasteners as specified in Section R905.2.5. Underlayment shall be installed over the drip edge along eaves and under the drip edge along rake edges.
Exception: Unless the drip edge is specifically required by the manufacturer's installation instructions, metal wrapped fascia extending one (1) inch under the roof covering with the underlayment installed over it shall be deemed to meet the requirements of this Section.
49.
Section R1005.7, Factory-Built Chimney Offsets. (Amended).
Where a factory-built chimney assembly incorporates offsets, no part of the chimney shall be at an angle of more than thirty degrees (30°) (0.52 rad) from vertical at any point in the assembly and the chimney assembly shall not include more than four (4) elbows.
Exception: When chimneys are installed per manufacturer's installation instructions.
50.
R1006.1.1, Factory-Built Fireplaces. Exterior combustion air ducts for factory-built fireplaces shall be a listed component of the fireplace or equivalent and shall be installed according to the fireplace manufacturer's instructions.
51.
R1006.2, Exterior Air Intake. The exterior air intake on masonry fireplaces shall be capable of supplying combustion air from the exterior of the dwelling or from spaces within the dwelling ventilated with outdoor air such as non-mechanically ventilated crawl or attic spaces. The exterior air intake shall not be located within the garage or basement of the dwelling. The exterior air intake, for other than listed factory-built fireplaces, shall not be located at an elevation higher than the firebox. The exterior air intake shall be covered with a corrosion-resistant screen of 1/4-inch (6.4 mm) mesh.
52.
Section N1101.5 (R103.2), Information On Construction Documents. (Deleted).
53.
Section N1101.6 (R202), Defined Terms. (Added).
PROJECTION FACTOR. The ratio of the horizontal depth of an overhang, eave, or permanently attached shading device, divided by the distance measured vertically from the bottom of the fenestration glazing to the underside of the overhang, eave, or permanently attached shading device.
54.
Section N1101.13 (R401.2), Application. (Amended).
Residential buildings shall comply with Section N1101.13.1, N1101.13.2, N1101.13.3 or N1101.13.4.
55.
Section N1101.13.5 (R401.2.5), Additional Energy Efficiency. (Deleted).
56.
Section N1101.14 (R401.3), Certificate. (Deleted).
57.
Table N1102.1.3 (R402.1.3), Insulation Minimum R-Values And Fenestration Requirements By Componenta. (Amended).
Clim-ate Zone | Fenestration U-Factorb, i | Skylightb U-Factor | Glazed Fenestration SHGCb,e | Ceiling R-Value | Wood Frame Wall R-Valueg | Mass Wall R-Valueh | Floor R-Value | Base-mente, g Wall R-Value | Slabd R-Value & Depth | Crawl Spacee, g Wall R-Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0 | NR | 0.75 | 0.25 | 30 | 13 or 0 + 10 | 3/4 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
1 | NR | 0.75 | 0.25 | 30 | 13 or 0 + 10 | 3/4 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
2 | 0.40 | 0.65 | 0.25 | 49 | 13 or 0 + 10 | 4/6 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
3 | 0.30 | 0.55 | 0.25 | 49 | 20 or 13 + 5ci or 0 + 15 | 8/13 | 19 | 5ci or 13f | 10ci, 2 ft | 5ci or 13f |
4 except Marine | 0.40 | 0.55 | NR | 38 | 13 | 8/13 | 19 | 0-unfinished 13-finished | 10ci, 4ft | 10ci or 13 |
5 and Marine 4 | 0.30 | 0.55 | 0.40 | 60 | 20 + 5 or 13 + 10ci or 0 + 15 | 13/17 | 30 | 15ci or 19 or 13 + 5ci | 10ci, 4 ft | 15ci or 19 or 13 + 5ci |
6 | 0.30 | 0.55 | NR | 60 | 20 + 5ci or 13 + 10ci or 0 + 20 | 15/20 | 30 | 15ci or 19 or 13 + 5ci | 10ci, 4 ft | 15ci or 19 or 13 + 5ci |
7 and 8 | 0.30 | 0.55 | NR | 60 | 20 + 5ci or 13 + 10ci or 0 + 20 | 19/21 | 38 | 15ci or 19 or 13 + 5ci | 10ci, 4 ft | 15ci or 19 or 13 + 5ci |
For SI: 1 foot = 304.8mm. | ||
NR = Not Required. | ||
ci = continuous insulation. | ||
a. | R-values are minimums. U-factors and SHGC are maximums. Where insulation is installed in a cavity that is less than the label or design thickness of the insulation, the installed R-value of the insulation shall be not less than the R-value specified in the table. | |
b. | The fenestration U-factor column excludes skylights. The SHGC column applies to all glazed fenestration. | |
Exception: In Climate Zones 0 through 3, skylights shall be permitted to be excluded from glazed fenestration SHGC requirements provided that the SHGC for such skylights does not exceed 0.30. | ||
c. | "5ci or 13" means R-5 continuous insulation (ci) on the interior or exterior surface of the wall or R-13 cavity insulation on the interior side of the wall. "10ci or 13" means R-10 continuous insulation (ci) on the interior or exterior surface of the wall or R-13 cavity insulation on the interior side of the wall. "15ci or 19 or 13 + 5ci" means R-15 continuous insulation (ci) on the interior or exterior surface of the wall; or R-19 cavity insulation on the interior side of the wall; or R-13 cavity insulation on the interior of the wall in addition to R-5 continuous insulation on the interior or exterior surface of the wall. | |
d. | R-5 insulation shall be provided under the full slab area of a heated slab in addition to the required slab edge insulation R-value for slabs, as indicated in the table. The slab edge insulation for heated slabs shall not be required to extend below the slab. | |
e. | There are no SHGC requirements in the Marine Zone. | |
f. | Basement wall insulation shall not be required in Warm Humid locations as defined by Figure N1101.7 and Table N1101.7. | |
g. | The first value is cavity insulation; the second value is continuous insulation. Therefore, as an example, "13 + 5" means R-13 cavity insulation plus R-5 continuous insulation. | |
h. | Mass walls shall be in accordance with Section N1102.2.5. The second R- value applies where more than half of the insulation is on the interior of the mass wall. | |
i. | A maximum U-factor of 0.32 shall apply in Climate Zones 3 through 8 to vertical fenestration products installed in buildings located either: | |
1. | Above four thousand (4,000) feet in elevation; or | |
2. | In windborne debris regions where protection of openings is required by Section R301.2.1.2. | |
58.
Section N1102.1.4 (R402.1.4), R-Value Computation. (Amended).
Cavity insulation alone shall be used to determine compliance with the cavity insulation R-value requirements in Table N1102.1.3. Where cavity insulation is installed in multiple layers, the R-values of the cavity insulation layers shall be summed to determine compliance with the cavity insulation R-value requirements. The manufacturer's settled R-value shall be used for blown-in insulation. Continuous insulation (ci) alone shall be used to determine compliance with the continuous insulation R-value requirements in Table N1102.1.3. Where continuous insulation is installed in multiple layers, the R-values of the continuous insulation layers shall be summed to determine compliance with the continuous insulation R-value requirements. Cavity insulation R-values shall not be used to determine compliance with the continuous insulation R-value requirements in Table N1102.1.3. Computed R-values may include an R-value for other building materials or air films. Where insulated siding is used for the purpose of complying with the continuous insulation requirements of Table N1102.1.3, the manufacturer's labeled R-Value for insulated siding shall be reduced by R-0.6.
59.
Section N1102.1.5 (R402.1.5), Total UA Alternative. (Amended).
Where the total building thermal envelope UA, the sum of U-factor times assembly area, is less than or equal to the Total UA resulting from multiplying the U-factors in Table N1102.1.2 by the same assembly area as in the proposed building, the building shall be considered to be in compliance with Table N1102.1.2. The UA calculation shall be performed using a method consistent with the ASHRAE Handbook of Fundamentals and shall include the thermal bridging effects of framing materials. In addition to UA compliance, the SHGC requirements of Table N1102.1.2 and the maximum fenestration U-factors of Section N1102.5 shall be met.
Exception: Glazed Fenestration SHGC. In Climate Zone 4, permanently shaded vertical fenestration shall be permitted to satisfy SHGC requirements. The projection factor of an overhang, eave, or permanently attached shading device shall be greater than or equal to the value listed in Table N1102.2.2.1 for the appropriate orientation. The minimum projection shall extend beyond each side of the glazing a minimum of twelve (12) inches. Each orientation shall be rounded to the nearest cardinal orientation [+/- forty-five degrees (45°) or 0.79 rad] for purposes of calculations and demonstrating compliance.
60.
Table N1102.1.5, Minimum Projection Factor Required By Orientation BOR SHGC Exeption. (Added).
Orientation | Projection Factor |
|---|---|
North | >=0.40a |
South | >=0.20 |
East | >=0.50 |
West | >=0.50 |
a. | For the north orientation, a vertical projection located on the west-edge of the fenestration with the equivalent of PF>=0.15 shall also satisfy the minimum projection factor requirement. |
61.
Section N1102.2.4 (R402.2.4), Access Hatches And Doors. (Amended).
Access hatches and doors from conditioned to unconditioned spaces such as attics and crawl spaces shall be insulated to R-38.
Exceptions:
1.
Vertical doors providing access from conditioned spaces to unconditioned spaces that comply with the fenestration requirements of Table N1102.1.3 based on the applicable climate zone specified in Chapter 3.
2.
Horizontal pull-down, stair-type access hatches in ceiling assemblies that provide access from conditioned to unconditioned spaces in Climate Zones 0 through 4 shall not be required to comply with the insulation level of the surrounding surfaces provided that the hatch meets all of the following:
2.1. | The average U-factor of the hatch shall be less than or equal to U-0.10 or have an average insulation R-value of R-10 or greater. Not less than seventy-five percent (75%) of the panel area shall have an insulation R-value of R-13 or greater. |
2.2. | The net area of the framed opening shall be less than or equal to 13.5 square feet (1.25 m2). |
2.3. | The perimeter of the hatch edge shall be weather-stripped. |
62.
Section N1102.4 (R402.4), Air Leakage. (Amended).
The building thermal envelope may be designed and constructed to limit air leakage in accordance with the requirements of Sections N1102.4.1 through N1102.4.5.
63.
Section N1102.4.1.2 (R402.4.1.2), Testing. (Amended).
Any building or dwelling unit may be tested for air leakage. The maximum design air leakage rate for any building or dwelling unit under any compliance path shall not exceed 5.0 air changes per hour or 0.28 cubic feet per minute (CFM) per square foot [0.0079 m3/(s x m2)] of dwelling unit enclosure area. For any building or dwelling unit designed for 3.0 or less air changes per hour, testing shall be conducted in accordance with ANSI/RESNET/ICC 380, ASTM E779 or ASTM E1827 and reported at a pressure of 0.2 inch w.g. (50 Pascals). Where required by the Code Official, testing shall be conducted by an approved third party. A written report of the results of the test shall be signed by the party conducting the test and provided to the Code Official. Testing shall be performed at any time after creation of all penetrations of the building thermal envelope have been sealed.
Exception: For heated, attached private garages and heated, detached private garages accessory to one- and two-family dwelling and townhouses not more than three (3) stories above grade plane in height, building envelope tightness and insulation installation shall be considered acceptable where the items in Table N1102.4.1.1, applicable to the method of construction, are field verified. Where required by the Code Official, an approved third party, independent from the installer shall inspect both the air barrier and insulation installation criteria. Heated, attached private garage space shall be thermally isolated from all other conditioned spaces in accordance with Sections N1102.2.12 and N1102.3.5, as applicable.
During testing:
1.
Exterior windows and doors, fireplace and stove doors shall be closed, but not sealed, beyond the intended weather-stripping or other infiltration control measures.
2.
Dampers including exhaust, intake, makeup air, backdraft and flue dampers shall be closed, but not sealed beyond intended infiltration control measures.
3.
Interior doors, where installed at the time of the test, shall be open.
4.
Exterior or interior terminations for continuous ventilation systems shall be sealed.
5.
Heating and cooling systems, where installed at the time of the test, shall be turned off.
6.
Supply and return registers, where installed at the time of the test, shall be fully open.
Exception: When testing individual dwelling units, an air leakage rate not exceeding 0.30 cubic feet per minute per square foot [0.008m3/(s x m2)] of the dwelling unit enclosure area, tested in accordance with ANSI/RESNET/ICC 380, ASTM E779 or ASTM E1827 and reported at a pressure of 0.2 inch water gauge (50 Pa), shall be permitted in all climate zones for: | |
1. | Attached single- and multiple-family building dwelling units. |
2. | Buildings or dwelling units that are one thousand five hundred (1,500) square feet (139.4 m2) or smaller. |
Mechanical ventilation shall be provided in accordance with Section M1505 of this code or Section 403.3.2 of the International Mechanical Code, as applicable, or with other approved means of ventilation. | |
64.
Section N1102.4.1.3 (R402.4.1.3), Leakage Rate. (Amended).
Where complying with Section N1101.13.1. the building or dwelling unit shall have a design air leakage rate not exceeding 5.0 air changes per hour.
65.
Table N1102.4.1.1 (402.4.1.1a), Air Barrier, Air Sealing And Insulation Installation. (Amended).
Component | Air Barrier Criteria | Insulation Installation Criteria |
|---|---|---|
General requirements | A continuous air barrier shall be installed in the building envelope. Breaks or joints in the air barrier shall be sealed. | Air-permeable insulation shall not be used as a sealing material. |
Ceiling/attic | The air barrier in any dropped ceiling or soffit shall be aligned with the insulation and any gaps in the air barrier sealed. Access openings, drop-down stairs or knee wall doors to unconditioned attic spaces shall be weather-stripped | The insulation in any dropped ceiling/soffit shall be aligned with the air barrier. |
Walls | The junction of the foundation and sill plate shall be sealed. | Cavities within corners and headers of frame walls shall be insulated by completely filling the cavity with a material having a thermal resistance, R-value, of not less than R-3 per inch. Exterior thermal envelope insulation for framed walls shall be installed in substantial contact and continuous alignment with the air barrier. |
Windows, skylights and doors | The space between framing and skylights, and the iambs of windows and doors, shall be sealed | |
Rim joists | Rim joists shall include an exterior air barrier.b | Rim joists shall be insulated. |
Floors, including cantilevered floors and floors above garages | The air barrier shall be installed at any exposed edge of insulation. | Floor framing cavity insulation shall be installed to maintain permanent contact with the underside of subfloor decking. Alternatively, floor framing cavity insulation shall be in contact with the top side of sheathing, or continuous insulation installed on the underside of floor framing and extending from the bottom to the top of all perimeter floor framing members. |
Basement crawl space, and slab foundations | Exposed earth in unvented crawl spaces shall be covered with Class I vapor retarder/air barrier in accordance with Section R402.2.10. Penetrations through concrete foundation walls and slabs shall be air sealed. Class 1 vapor retarders shall not be used as an air barrier on below-grade walls and shall be installed in accordance with Section R702.7 | Crawl space insultation, where provided instead of floor insulation, shall be installed in accordance with Section R402.2.10. |
Shafts, penetrations | Duct and flue shafts and other similar penetrations to exterior or unconditioned space shall be sealed to allow for expansion, contraction and mechanical vibration. Utility penetrations of the air barrier shall be caulked, gasketed or otherwise sealed and shall allow for expansion, contraction of materials and mechanical vibration. | Insulation shall be fitted tightly around utilities passing through shafts and penetrations in the building thermal envelope to maintain required R-value. |
Narrow cavities | Narrow cavities of one (1) inch or less that are not able to be insulated shall be air sealed. | Batts to be installed in narrow cavities shall be cut to fit or narrow cavities shall be filled with insulation that on installation readily conforms to the available cavity space. |
Garage separation | Air sealing shall be provided between the garage and conditioned spaces. | Insulated portions of the garage separation assembly shall be installed in accordance with Sections R303 and R402.2.7. |
For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm. | |
a. | Inspection of log walls shall be in accordance with the provisions of ICC 400. |
b. | Air barrier and insulation full enclosure is not required in unconditioned/ventilated attic spaces and at rim joists. |
66.
Section N1102.4.4 (R402.4.4), Rooms Containing Fuel-Burning Appliances. (Amended).
In Climate Zones 3 through 8, where open combustion air ducts provide combustion air to open combustion fuel-burning appliances, the appliances and combustion air opening shall be located outside the building thermal envelope or enclosed in a room that is isolated from inside the thermal envelope. Such rooms shall be sealed and insulated in accordance with the envelope requirements of Table N1102.1.3, where the walls, floors and ceilings shall meet a minimum of the basement wall R-value requirement. The door into the room shall be fully gasketed and any water lines and ducts in the room insulated in accordance with Section N1103. The combustion air duct shall be insulated where it passes through conditioned space to an R-value of not less than R-8.
Exceptions:
67.
Section N1103.3.4 (R403.3.4), Sealing. (Amended).
Ducts, air handlers and filter boxes shall be sealed. Joints and seams shall comply with either the International Mechanical Code or Section M1601.4.1 of this code, as applicable.
Exceptions:
1.
Air-impermeable spray foam products shall be permitted to be applied without additional joint seals.
2.
Continuously welded and locking-type longitudinal joints and seams in ducts operating at static pressure less than two (2) inches of water column (500 Pa) pressure classification shall not require additional closure systems.
3.
A duct air leakage test shall not be required where the ducts and air handlers are located entirely within the building thermal envelope.
68.
Section N1103.3.5 (R403.3.5), Duct Testing. (Amended).
Ducts shall be pressure tested in accordance with ANSI/RESNET/ICC 380 or ASTM E1554 to determine air leakage by one (1) of the following methods:
1.
Rough-in test: Total leakage shall be measured with a pressure differential of one-tenth (0.1) inch w.g. (25 Pa) across the system, including the manufacturer's air handler enclosure if installed at the time of the test. Registers shall be taped or otherwise sealed during the test.
2.
Post-construction test: Total leakage shall be measured with a pressure differential of one-tenth (0.1) inch w.g. (25 Pa) across the entire system, including the manufacturer's air handler enclosure. Registers shall be taped or otherwise sealed during the test.
Exceptions: | |
1. | A duct air-leakage test shall not be required where the ducts and air handlers are located entirely within the building thermal envelope. |
2. | A duct air-leakage test shall not be required for ducts serving heating or cooling ventilators that are not integrated with ducts serving heating or cooling systems. |
69.
Section N1103.3.7 (R403.3.7), Building Cavities. (Deleted).
70.
Section N1103.5.2 (R403.5.2), Hot Water Pipe Insulation. (Amended).
Insulation for service hot water piping with a thermal resistance, R-value, of not less than R-3 shall be applied to the following:
1.
Piping larger than three-fourths (3/4) inch (19 mm) in nominal diameter located inside the conditioned space.
2.
Piping serving more than one (1) dwelling unit.
3.
Piping located outside the conditioned space.
4.
Piping from the water heater to a distribution manifold.
5.
Piping located under a floor slab.
6.
Buried piping.
7.
Supply and return piping in circulation and recirculation systems other than cold water pipe return demand recirculation systems.
71.
Section N1103.6 (R403.6), Mechanical Ventilation. (Deleted).
72.
Section N1104.2 (R404.2), Interior Lighting Controls. (Amended).
Permanently installed lighting fixtures may be controlled with a dimmer, an occupant sensor control or another control that is installed or built into the fixture.
Exceptions: Lighting controls shall not be required for the following:
73.
Section N1104.3 (R404.3), Exterior Lighting Controls. (Deleted).
74.
Section M1301.2, Identification. (Deleted).
75.
Section M1305.1.3.3, Electrical Requirements. (Amended).
A luminaire controlled by a switch located at the required passageway opening and a receptacle outlet shall be installed at or near the appliance location in accordance with Chapter 39. Exposed lamps shall be protected from damage by location or lamp guards.
Exception: Basements.
76.
Section MI307.2, Anchorage Of Appliances. (Amended).
Appliances designed to be fixed in position shall be fastened or anchored in an approved manner. In Seismic Design Categories D0, D1 and D2, water heaters and thermal storage units shall be anchored or strapped to resist horizontal displacement caused by earthquake motion in accordance with one (1) of the following:
1.
Anchorage and strapping shall be designed to resist a horizontal force equal to one-third (1/3) of the operating weight of the water heater storage tank, acting in any horizontal direction. Strapping shall be at points within the upper one-third (1/3) and lower one-third (1/3) of the appliance's vertical dimensions. At the lower point, the strapping shall maintain a minimum distance of four (4) inches (102 mm) above the controls.
2.
The anchorage strapping shall be in accordance with the appliance manufacturer's recommendations.
77.
Section M1411.3.1.2, Appliance, Equipment And Insulation In Pans. (Deleted).
78.
Section M1502.4.2, Duct Installation. (Amended).
Exhaust ducts shall be supported at intervals not to exceed twelve (12) feet (3,658 mm) and shall be secured in place. The insert end of the duct shall extend into the adjoining duct or fitting in the direction of airflow. Exhaust duct joints shall be sealed in accordance with Section M1601.4.1.
79.
Section M1502.4.5, Booster Fans. (Amended).
All dryer exhaust system booster fans must be UL listed and labeled.
80.
Section M1502.4.6.1, Specified Length. (Amended).
The maximum length of the exhaust duct shall be thirty-five (35) feet (10,688 mm) from the connection to the transition duct from the dryer to the outlet terminal. Where fittings are used, the maximum length of the exhaust duct shall be reduced in accordance with Table M1502.4.6.1. The maximum length of the exhaust duct does not include the transition duct.
Exception: The maximum developed length may be extended to fifty-five (55) feet if clearly labeled cleanouts are provided within twelve (12) inches of the second elbow, at every elbow thereafter, and at least every fifteen (15) feet of developed length thereafter.
81.
Section M1503.6, Makeup Air Required. (Amended).
Where one (1) or more gas, liquid or solid fuel-burning appliance that is neither direct-vent nor uses a mechanical draft venting system is located within a dwelling unit's air barrier, each exhaust system capable of exhausting in excess of six hundred (600) cubic feet per minute shall be mechanically or passively provided with makeup air at a rate approximately equal to the exhaust air rate. Such makeup air systems shall be equipped with not fewer than one (1) damper complying with Section M1503.6.2.
Exception: Makeup air is not required for exhaust systems installed for the exclusive purpose of space cooling and intended to be operated only when windows or other air inlets are open.
82.
Section M1504.3, Exhaust Openings. (Amended).
Air exhaust openings shall terminate as follows:
1.
Not less than three (3) feet (914 mm) from gravity air intake openings, operable windows and doors.
2.
Not less than ten (10) feet (3,048 mm) from mechanical air intake openings except where the exhaust opening is located not less than three (3) feet (914 mm) above the air intake opening. Openings shall comply with Sections R303.5.2 and R303.6.
83.
Section M1601.1.1, Above-Ground Duct Systems. (Amended).
Above-ground duct systems shall conform to the following:
1.
Equipment connected to duct systems shall be designed to limit discharge air temperature to not greater than two hundred fifty degrees Fahrenheit (250° F.) (121° C.).
2.
Fibrous glass duct construction shall conform to the SMACNA Fibrous Glass Duct Construction Standards or NAIMA Fibrous Glass Duct Construction Standards.
3.
Field-fabricated and shop-fabricated metal and flexible duct constructions shall conform to the SMACNA HVAC Duct Construction Standards - Metal and Flexible except as allowed by Table M1601.1.1. Galvanized steel shall conform to ASTM A 653.
4.
The use of gypsum products to construct return air ducts or plenums is permitted, provided that the air temperature does not exceed one hundred twenty-five degrees Fahrenheit (125° F.) (52° C.) and exposed surfaces are not subject to condensation.
5.
Duct systems shall be constructed of materials having a flame spread index of not greater than two hundred (200).
6.
Stud wall cavities and the spaces between solid floor joists to be used as non-ducted air plenums shall comply with the following conditions:
6.1.
These cavities or spaces shall not be used as a plenum for air supply.
6.2.
These cavities or spaces shall not be a part of required fire-resistance-rated assembly.
6.3.
Stud wall cavities shall not convey air from more than one (1) floor level.
6.4.
Stud wall cavities and joist-space plenums shall be isolated from adjacent concealed spaces by tight-fitting fire blocking in accordance with Section R302.11. Fire-blocking materials used for isolation shall comply with Section R302.11.1.
6.5.
Stud wall cavities in the outside walls of building envelope assemblies shall not be utilized as air plenums.
6.6.
Building cavities used as plenums shall be sealed.
7.
Volume dampers, equipment and other means of supply, return and exhaust air adjustment used in system balancing may be provided with access.
84.
Table M1601.1.1, Duct Construction Minimum Sheet Metal Thickness For Single Dwelling Unitsa. (Amended).
Round Duct Diameter (inches) | Static Pressure | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
1/2 inch water gage | 1 inch water gage | |||
Thickness (inches) | Thickness (inches) | |||
Galvanized | Aluminum | Galvanized | Aluminum | |
< 12 | 0.013 | 0.018 | 0.013 | 0.018 |
12 to 14 | 0.013 | 0.018 | 0.016 | 0.023 |
15 to 17 | 0.016 | 0.023 | 0.019 | 0.027 |
18 | 0.016 | 0.023 | 0.024 | 0.034 |
19 to 20 | 0.019 | 0.027 | 0.024 | 0.034 |
Rectangular Duct Dimension (largest dimension) | Static Pressure | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
1/2 inch water gage | 1 inch water gage | |||
Thickness (inches) | Thickness (inches) | |||
Galvanized | Aluminum | Galvanized | Aluminum | |
< 8 | 0.013 | 0.018 | 0.013 | 0.018 |
9 to 10 | 0.013 | 0.018 | 0.016 | 0.023 |
11 to 12 | 0.016 | 0.023 | 0.019 | 0.027 |
13 to 16 | 0.016 | 0.027 | 0.019 | 0.027 |
17 to 18 | 0.019 | 0.027 | 0.024 | 0.034 |
19 to 20 | 0.019 | 0.034 | 0.024 | 0.034 |
For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 inch water gage = 249 Pa. | |
a. | Ductwork that exceeds twenty (20) inches by dimension or exceeds a pressure of one (1) inch water gage shall be constructed in accordance with SMACNA HVAC Duct Construction Standards - Metal and Flexible. |
85.
Section M1601.4.1, Joints, Seams And Connections. (Amended).
Joints of duct systems shall be made substantially airtight in an unconditioned area by means of tapes, mastics, liquid sealants, gasketing or other approved closure systems. Closure systems used with rigid fibrous glass ducts shall comply with UL 18 1A and shall be marked 181IA-P for pressure-sensitive tape, 181A-M for mastic or 181A-H for heat-sensitive tape. Closure systems used with flexible air ducts and flexible air connectors shall comply with UL 181B and shall be marked 181B-FX for pressure-sensitive tape or 181B-M for mastic. Duct connections to flanges of air distribution system equipment or sheet metal fittings shall be mechanically fastened. Mechanical fasteners for use with flexible non-metallic air ducts shall comply with UL 181B and shall be marked 181B-C. Crimp joints for round metal ducts shall have a contact lap of at least one (1) inch and shall be mechanically fastened with at least three (3) sheet metal screws or rivets equally spaced around the joint. Closure systems used to seal metal ductwork shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions.
Exceptions:
1.
Spray polyurethane foam shall be permitted to be applied without additional joint seals.
2.
Where a duct connection is made that is partially without access, three (3) screws or rivets shall be equally spaced on the exposed portion of the joint so as to prevent a hinge effect.
3.
Continuously welded and locking-type longitudinal joints and seams in ducts operating at static pressure less than two (2) inches of water column (500 Pa) pressure classification shall not require additional closure systems.
86.
M1602.2, Return Air Openings. Return air openings for heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems shall comply with all of the following:
1.
Openings shall not be located less than ten (10) feet (3,048 mm) measured in any direction from an open combustion chamber or draft hood of another appliance located in the same room or space.
2.
Return and transfer openings shall be sized in accordance with the appliance or equipment manufacturers' installation instructions, Manual D or the design of the registered design professional.
3.
Return air shall not be taken from a closet less than sixty-four (64) square feet, bathroom, toilet room, kitchen, garage, mechanical room, boiler room, furnace room or unconditioned attic.
Exceptions: | |
1. | Taking return air from a kitchen is not prohibited where such return air openings serve the kitchen only, and are located not less than ten (10) feet (3,048 mm) from the cooking appliances. |
2. | Dedicated forced-air systems serving only the garage shall not be prohibited from obtaining return air from the garage. |
3. | For other than dedicated HVAC systems, return air shall not be taken from indoor swimming pool enclosures and associated deck areas except where the air in such spaces is dehumidified. |
4. | Taking return air from an unconditioned crawl space shall not be accomplished through a direct connection to the return side of a forced-air furnace. Transfer openings in the crawl space enclosure shall not be prohibited. |
5. | Return air from one (1) dwelling unit shall not be discharged into another dwelling unit. |
87.
Section M2101.16, CPVC Plastic Pipe. (Deleted).
88.
Section M2101.22.6, Expansion Tanks. (Deleted).
89.
Section M2101.26, Pipe Penetrations. (Amended).
Openings for pipe penetrations in walls, floors and ceilings shall be larger than the penetrating pipe. Openings in the foundation wall underground shall be sealed to not allow groundwater into a building.
90.
Section M2105.4, Piping And Tubing Materials Standards. (Amended).
Ground-source heat-pump ground-loop pipe and tubing shall conform to the standards listed in Table M2105.4. However, polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) shall not be used on geothermal ground loops both inside and underground.
91.
Section M2105.9, CPVC Plastic Pipe. (Deleted).
92.
Section G2408.4 (305.7), Clearances From Grade. (Amended).
Equipment and appliances installed at grade level shall be supported on a level concrete slab or other approved material extending not less than two (2) inches (50.8 mm) above adjoining grade or shall be suspended not less than six (6) inches (152 mm) above adjoining grade. Such supports shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions.
93.
Section G2409.1 (308.1), Scope. (Amended).
This Section shall govern the reduction in required clearances to combustible materials and combustible assemblies for chimneys, vents, appliances, devices and equipment. Clearance requirements for air-conditioning equipment and central heating boilers and furnaces shall comply with Sections G2409.3 and G2409.4.
94.
Section G2412.9 (401.9), Identification. (Deleted).
95.
Section G2412.10 (401.10), Piping Materials Standards. (Deleted).
96.
Section G2415.3 (404.3), Prohibited Locations. (Amended).
Piping shall not be installed in or through a ducted supply, return or exhaust, or a clothes chute, chimney or gas vent, dumbwaiter or elevator shaft. Piping installed downstream of the point of delivery shall not extend through any townhouse unit other than the unit served by such piping.
Exception: Or installed as approved by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), such as Ameren or Spire.
97.
Section G2439.7.4.1 (614.9.4.1), Specified Length. (Amended).
The maximum length of the exhaust duct shall be thirty-five (35) feet (10,688 mm) from the connection to the transition duct from the dryer to the outlet terminal. Where fittings are used, the maximum length of the exhaust duct shall be reduced in accordance with Table G2439.7.4.1. The maximum length of the exhaust duct does not include the transition duct.
Exception: The maximum developed length may be extended to fifty-five (55) feet if clearly labeled cleanouts are provided within twelve (12) inches of the second elbow, at every elbow thereafter, and at least every fifteen (15) feet of developed length thereafter.
98.
Section G2442.3 (618.3), Prohibited Sources. (Amended).
Outdoor or return air for forced-air heating and cooling systems shall not be taken from the following locations:
1.
Closer than ten (10) feet (3,048 mm) from an appliance vent outlet, a vent opening from a plumbing drainage system or the discharge outlet of an exhaust fan, unless the outlet is three (3) feet (914 mm) above the outside air inlet.
2.
Where there is the presence of objectionable odors, fumes or flammable vapors; or where located less than ten (10) feet (3,048 mm) above the surface of any abutting public way or driveway; or where located at grade level by a sidewalk, street, alley or driveway.
3.
A hazardous or insanitary location or a refrigeration machinery room as identified in the International Mechanical Code.
4.
A room or space, the volume of which is less than twenty-five percent (25%) of the entire volume served by such system. Where connected by a permanent opening having an area sized in accordance with this code, adjoining rooms or spaces shall be considered as a single room or space for the purpose of determining the volume of such rooms or spaces.
Exception: The minimum volume requirement shall not apply where the amount of return air taken from a room or space is less than or equal to the amount of supply air delivered to such room or space.
5.
A room or space containing an appliance where such a room or space serves as the sole source of return air.
Exception: This shall not apply where:
1.
The appliance is a direct-vent appliance or an appliance not requiring a vent in accordance with Section G2425.8.
2.
The room or space complies with the following requirements:
2.1.
The return air shall be taken from a room or space having a volume exceeding one (1) cubic foot for each 10 Btu/h (9.6 L/W) of combined input rating of all fuel-burning appliances therein.
2.2.
The volume of supply air discharged back into the same space shall be approximately equal to the volume of return air taken from the space.
2.3.
Return-air inlets shall not be located within ten (10) feet (3,048 mm) of a draft hood in the same room or space or the combustion chamber of any atmospheric burner appliance in the same room or space.
3.
Rooms or spaces containing solid fuel-burning appliances, provided that return-air inlets are located not less than ten (10) feet (3,048 mm) from the firebox of such appliances.
6.
A closet, bathroom, toilet room, kitchen, garage, boiler room, furnace room or unconditioned attic.
Exceptions:
1.
Where return air intakes are located not less than ten (10) feet (3,048 mm) from cooking appliances and serve only the kitchen area, taking return air from a kitchen area shall not be prohibited.
2.
Dedicated forced air systems serving only a garage shall not be prohibited from obtaining return air from the garage
3.
Where a closet sixty-four (64) square feet or greater in size is provided with a supply register, taking return air from the closet shall not be prohibited.
7.
A crawl space by means of direct connection to the return side of a forced-air system. Transfer openings in the crawl space enclosure shall not be prohibited.
99.
Section P2609.1, Identification. (Deleted).
100.
Section P2609.2, Installation Of Materials. (Deleted).
101.
Section P2609.3, Plastic Pipe, Fittings And Components. (Deleted).
102.
Section P2609.4, Third-Party Certification. (Deleted).
103.
Section P2609.5, Water Supply Systems. (Deleted).
104.
Section P2706.2, Prohibited Waste Receptors. (Amended).
Plumbing fixtures that are used for washing or bathing shall not be used to receive the discharge of indirect waste piping.
Exceptions:
105.
Section P2801.8, Water Heater Seismic Bracing. (Amended).
In Seismic Design Categories D0, D1 and D2 water heaters shall be anchored or strapped in the upper one-third (1/3) and in the lower one-third (1/3) of the appliance to resist a horizontal force equal to one-third (1/3) of the operating weight of the water heater, acting in any horizontal direction, or in accordance with the appliance manufacturer's recommendations.
106.
Section P3201.2.1, Trap Seal Protection. (Amended).
Traps seals of emergency floor drain traps and traps subject to evaporation shall be protected by one (1) of the methods in Sections P3201.2.1.1 through P3201.2.1.4.
Exception: Basement floor drains with a condensate line draining to it.
107.
Section E3601.8, Emergency Disconnects. (Deleted).
108.
Section E3701.5.1, Disconnecting Means. (Amended).
Each multi-wire branch circuit may be provided with a means that will simultaneously disconnect all ungrounded conductors at the point where the branch circuit originates. [210.4(B)]
109.
Section E3902.2, Garage And Accessory Building Receptacles. (Amended).
125-volt through 250-volt receptacles installed in garages and grade-level portions of unfinished accessory buildings used for storage or work areas and supplied by single-phase branch circuits rated 150-volts or less to ground shall have ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection for personnel. [210.8(A)(2)]
Exception: Fastened in place appliances or outlets designated for refrigerators/freezers.
110.
Section E3902.5, Basement Receptacles. (Amended).
125-volt through 250-volt receptacles installed in unfinished basements and supplied by single-phase branch circuits rated 150-volts or less to ground shall have ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection for personnel. [210.8(A)(5)]
Exceptions:
1.
A receptacle supplying only a permanently installed fire alarm or burglar alarm system. A receptacle installed in accordance with this exception shall not be considered as meeting the requirements of Section E3901.9. Receptacles installed in accordance with this exception shall not be considered as meeting the requirement of Section E3901.9. [210.8(A)(5) Exception]
2.
Fastened in place appliances or outlets designated for refrigerators/freezers.
111.
Section E3902.6, Kitchen Receptacles. (Amended).
125-volt through 250-volt receptacles that serve countertop surfaces and are supplied by single-phase branch circuits rated 150-volts or less to ground shall have ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection for personnel. [210.8(A)(6)]
Exception: Fastened in place appliances or outlets designated for refrigerators/freezers.
112.
Section E3902.11, Kitchen Dishwasher Branch Circuit. (Deleted).
113.
Section E3902.18, Location Of Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupters. (Amended).
Ground-fault circuit interrupters shall be installed only in a readily accessible location. [210.8(A)]
114.
Section E390219, Location Of Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupters. (Deleted).
115.
Section E3902.20, Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter Protection. (Deleted).
116.
Section E3902.21, Arc-Fault Circuit-Interrupter Protection For Branch Circuit Extensions Or Modifications. (Deleted).
117.
Section E4002.8, Damp Locations. (Amended).
A receptacle installed outdoors in a location protected from the weather or in other damp locations shall have an enclosure for the receptacle that is weatherproof when the receptacle cover(s) is closed and an attachment plug cap is not inserted. An installation suitable for wet locations shall also be considered suitable for damp locations. A receptacle shall be considered to be in a location protected from the weather where located under roofed open porches, canopies and similar structures and not subject to rain or water runoff. [406.9(A)]
118.
Section E4002.14, Tamper Resistant Receptacles. (Deleted).
119.
AE Amendments.
(1)
Section AE101.1. (Deleted and Amended).
These provisions shall be applicable only to a manufactured home used as a single dwelling unit and shall apply to the following:
1.
Construction, alteration and repair of any foundation system which is necessary to provide for the installation of a manufactured home unit.
2.
Construction, installation, addition, alteration, repair or maintenance of the building service equipment which is necessary for connecting manufactured homes to water, fuel, or power supplied and sewage systems.
3.
Alterations, additions or repairs to existing manufactured homes. The construction, alteration, moving, demolition, repair and use of accessory buildings and structures, and their building service equipment, shall comply with the requirements of the codes adopted by this jurisdiction. These provisions shall not be applicable to the design and construction of manufactured homes and shall not be deemed to authorize either modifications or additions to manufactured homes where otherwise prohibited.
(2)
Section AE502.2, Soil Classification. is hereby amended by deleting Section AE502.2 in its entirety.
Tiny House Code Adopted. The tiny house code of the City of Ste. Genevieve shall consist of the ICC International Residential Code, 2021 Edition, Appendix AQ, Tiny Houses, published by the International Code Council, Inc., (the "Tiny House Code") which is incorporated herein by reference and made a part hereof.
C.
International Plumbing Code Adopted. The Plumbing Code of the City of Ste. Genevieve shall consist of the ICC International Plumbing Code, 2021 Edition, published by the International Code Council, Inc., (the "Plumbing Code") which is incorporated herein by reference and made a part hereof.
Amendments To The International Plumbing Code. The Plumbing Code is hereby amended as follows:
1.
Section 101.1, Title. (Amended).
These regulations shall be known as the Plumbing Code of the City of Ste. Genevieve hereinafter referred to as "this code."
2.
Section 104.4, Right Of Entry. (Deleted).
3.
Section 113, Means Of Appeal. (Deleted and Amended).
113.1 Board Of Appeals. To hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the Building Official relating to the application and interpretation of this code, the Board of Adjustment of the City shall sit as the Board of Appeals having the authority set forth in this code and shall adopt rules of procedure for the conduct of such appeals in accordance with applicable law. Any person directly impacted by an action or decision of the Code Official such that the person would have standing in a court of law to challenge the action may petition the Board of Adjustment for a review of any final decision of any City officer under the Building Code, provided that a written application for appeal is filed within thirty (30) business days after the day of the decision or order served. An application for appeal shall be based solely on a claim that:
(1)
The true intent of the code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted;
(2)
The provisions of this code do not fully apply; or
(3)
The requirements of the code are adequately satisfied by other means.
The Board of Adjustment shall have no authority to waive the requirements of this code. The decision of the Board of Adjustment may be further appealed to the Circuit Court of Ste. Genevieve County as provided in Section 67.430, RSMo.
4.
Section 114, Board Of Appeals. (Deleted).
D.
International Mechanical Code Adopted. The Mechanical Code of the City of Ste. Genevieve shall consist of the ICC International Mechanical Code, 2021 Edition, published by the International Code Council, Inc., (the "Mechanical Code") which is incorporated by reference and made a part thereof.
Amendments To The International Mechanical Code. The Mechanical Code is hereby amended as follows:
1.
Section 101.1, Title. (Amended).
These regulations shall be known as the Mechanical Code of the City of Ste. Genevieve, hereinafter referred to as "this code."
2.
Section 104.4, Right Of Entry. (Deleted).
3.
Section 113, Means Of Appeal. (Deleted and Amended).
113.1 Board Of Appeals. To hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determination made by the Building Official relating to the application and interpretation of this code, the Board of Adjustment of the City shall sit as the Board of Appeals having the authority set forth in this code and shall adopt rules of procedure for the conduct of such appeals in accordance with applicable law. Any person directly impacted by an action or decision of the Code Official such that the person would have standing in a court of law to challenge the action may petition the Board of Adjustment for a review of any final decision of any City officer under the Building Code, provided that a written application for appeal is filed within thirty (30) business days after the day of the decision or order served. An application for appeal shall be based solely on a claim that:
(1)
The true intent of the code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted;
(2)
The provisions of this code do not fully apply; or
(3)
The requirements of the code are adequately satisfied by other means.
The Board of Adjustment shall have no authority to waive the requirements of this code. The decision of the Board of Adjustment may be further appealed to the Circuit Court of Ste. Genevieve County as provided in Section 67.430, RSMo.
4.
Section 114, Board Of Appeals. (Deleted).
E.
International Fire Code Adopted. The Fire Code of the City of Ste. Genevieve shall consist of the ICC International Fire Code, 2021 Edition, published by the International Code Council, Inc., (the "Fire Code") which is incorporated herein by reference and made part thereof.
Amendments To The International Fire Code. The Fire Code is hereby amended as follows:
1.
Section 101.1, Title. (Amended).
These regulations shall be known as the Fire Code of the City of Ste. Genevieve, hereinafter referred to as "this code."
2.
Sections 104.3, Right Of Entry. (Deleted).
3.
Section 111, Means Of Appeals. (Deleted and Amended).
111.1 Board Of Appeals. To hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the Building Official relating to the application and interpretation of this code, the Board of Adjustment of the City shall sit as the Board of Appeals having the authority set forth in this code and shall adopt rules of procedure for the conduct of such appeals in accordance with applicable law. Any person directly impacted by an action or decision of the Code Official such that the person would have standing in a court of law to challenge the action may petition the Board of Adjustment for a review of any final decision of any City officer under the Building Code, provided that a written application for appeal is filed within thirty (30) business days after the day of the decision or order served. An application for appeal shall be based solely on a claim that:
(1)
The true intent of the code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted;
(2)
The provisions of this code do not fully apply; or
(3)
The requirements of the code are adequately satisfied by other means.
The Board of Adjustment shall have no authority to waive the requirements of this code. The decision of the Board of Adjustment may be further appealed to the Circuit Court of Ste. Genevieve County as provided in Section 67.430, RSMo.
4.
Section 506, Key Boxes. (Deleted and Amended).
506.1 Where Required. The following structures shall be equipped with a Knox Box® at or near the main entrance or such other location required by the Fire Chief: |
(A) Commercial or industrial structures that are secured in a manner that restricts access during an emergency. |
(B) Multi-family residential structures that have a common corridor for access to living units to which access is restricted through locked doors. |
(C) Governmental structures and group residential facilities. |
All newly constructed structures identified in Section 506.1(A)-(C) shall have the Knox Box® installed and operational prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit. |
All substantially renovated structures identified in Section 506.1(A)-(C) shall have the Knox Box® installed and operational prior to the issuance of a final inspection. |
All existing structures identified in Section 506.1(A)-(C) that change ownership or occupancy shall have the Knox Box® installed and operational prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit. |
Exception: The City Administrator or his/her designee shall be authorized to approve waiver of this requirement upon receipt of such request for good reason from the owner of a structure. |
506.2 Type. The Fire Chief shall designate the type of Knox Box® system to be implemented within the City and shall have the authority to require all structures to use the designated system. |
506.3 Responsibility. The owner or operator of a structure required to have a Knox Box® shall at all times keep a key in the lock box that will allow for access to the structure. The owner or operator of the building shall immediately notify the Fire Chief and provide the new key where a lock is changed or rekeyed. The key to such lock shall be secured in the key box. The Fire Chief shall be authorized to implement rules and regulations for the use of the Knox Box® system. |
F.
International Property Maintenance Code Adopted. The Property Maintenance Code of the City of Ste. Genevieve shall consist of the ICC International Property Maintenance Code, 2021 Edition, published by the International Code Council, Inc., (the "Property Maintenance Code") which is incorporated herein by reference and made a part hereof.
Amendments To The International Property Maintenance Code. The Property Maintenance Code is hereby amended as follows:
1.
Section 101.1, Title. (Amended).
These regulations shall be known as the International Property Maintenance Code of the City of Ste. Genevieve, hereinafter referred to as "this code."
2.
Section 105.3, Right Of Entry. (Deleted).
3.
Section 107, Means Of Appeal. (Deleted and Amended).
107.1 Board Of Appeals. To hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the Building Official relating to the application and interpretation of this code, the Board of Adjustment of the City shall sit as the Board of Appeals having the authority set forth in this code and shall adopt rules of procedure for the conduct of such appeals in accordance with applicable law. Any person directly impacted by an action or decision of the Code Official such that the person would have standing in a court of law to challenge the action may petition the Board of Adjustment for a review of any final decision of any City officer under the Building Code, provided that a written application for appeal is filed within thirty (30) business days after the day of the decision or order served. An application for appeal shall be based solely on a claim that:
(1)
The true intent of the code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted;
(2)
The provisions of this code do not fully apply; or
(3)
The requirements of the code are adequately satisfied by other means.
The Board of Adjustment shall have no authority to waive the requirements of this code. The decision of the Board of Adjustment may be further appealed to the Circuit Court of Ste. Genevieve County as provided in Section 67.430, RSMo.
4.
Section 108, Board Of Appeals. (Deleted).
5.
Section 602.3, Heat Supply. (Amended).
Every owner and operator of any building who rents, leases or lets one (1) or more dwelling units or sleeping units on terms, either expressed or implied, to furnish heat to the occupants thereof shall supply heat during the period from October 1 to April 1 to maintain a minimum temperature of sixty-eight degrees Fahrenheit (68° F.) (20° C.) in all habitable rooms, bathrooms and toilet rooms.
Exceptions:
1.
When the outdoor temperature is below the winter outdoor design temperature for the locality, maintenance of the minimum room temperature shall not be required provided that the heating system is operating at its full design capacity. The winter outdoor design temperature for the locality shall be as indicated in Appendix D of the International Plumbing Code.
2.
In areas where the average monthly temperature is above thirty degrees Fahrenheit (30° F.) (-1° C.), a minimum temperature of sixty-five degrees Fahrenheit (65° F.) (18° C.) shall be maintained.
6.
Section 602.4, Occupiable Work Space. (Amended).
Indoor occupiable work spaces shall be supplied with heat during the period from October 1 to April 1 to maintain a minimum temperature of sixty-five degrees Fahrenheit (65° F.) (18° C.) during the period the spaces are occupied.
Exceptions:
7.
603.7, Shut-Off Valves. (Added).
Lines serving gas-operated mechanical equipment shall be fitted with a shut-off valve; shut-off valves shall be located within six (6) feet of the appliance.
8.
603.8, Carbon Monoxide Alarms. (Added).
An approved carbon monoxide alarm shall be installed outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms in dwellings units in which fuel-fired appliances are installed and in dwellings units that have attached garages. Where multiple carbon monoxide alarms are required, they must be interconnected.
9.
Section 605.2, Receptacles. (Deleted and Amended).
Every habitable space in a dwelling shall contain at least two (2) separate and remote receptacle outlets. All receptacles listed in Section 210.8(A) of NEC 2020 shall be provided with ground fault circuit interrupter protection. All receptacle outlets shall have the appropriate faceplate cover for the location.
G.
National Electric Code Adopted. The Electrical Code of the City of Ste. Genevieve shall consist of the NFPA 70 National Electrical Code, 2020 Edition, published by the National Fire Protection Association, ("Electrical Code") which is incorporated herein by reference and made a part thereof.
Amendments To The National Electrical Code. The Electrical Code is hereby amended as follows:
1.
Article 90, Introduction. is hereby amended by adding Section 90.10, Board of Appeals, as follows:
Section 90.10 Board Of Appeals. To hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the Building Official relating to the application and interpretation of this code, the Board of Adjustment of the City shall sit as the Board of Appeals having the authority set forth in this code and shall adopt rules of procedure for the conduct of such appeals in accordance with applicable law. Any person directly impacted by an action or decision of the Code Official such that the person would have standing in a court of law to challenge the action may petition the Board of Adjustment for a review of any final decision of any City officer under the Building Code, provided that a written application for appeal is filed within thirty (30) business days after the day of the decision or order served. An application for appeal shall be based solely on a claim that:
(1)
The true intent of the code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted;
(2)
The provisions of this code do not fully apply; or
(3)
The requirements of the code are adequately satisfied by other means.
The Board of Adjustment shall have no authority to waive the requirements of this code. The decision of the Board of Adjustment may be further appealed to the Circuit Court of Ste. Genevieve County as provided in Section 67.430, RSMo.
2.
Section 210.12, Arc-Fault Circuit-Interrupter Protection. is hereby amended by deleting Section 210.12 in its entirety.
3.
Section 406.4(D)(4), Arc-Fault Circuit-Interrupter Protection. is hereby amended by deleting Section 406.4(D)(4) in its entirety.
4.
Section 422.5(A), General. is hereby amended by deleting Subsection (7) Dishwashers.
H.
International Fuel Gas Code Adopted. The Fuel Gas Code of the City of Ste. Genevieve shall consist of the ICC International Fuel Gas Code, 2021 Edition, published by the International Code Council, Inc., (the "Fuel Gas Code") which is incorporated herein by reference and made part thereof.
Amendments To The International Fuel Gas Code. The Fuel Gas Code is hereby amended as follows:
1.
Section 101.1, Title. (Amended).
These regulations shall be known as the Fuel Gas Code of the City of Ste. Genevieve, hereinafter referred to as "this code."
2.
Section 104.4, Right Of Entry. (Deleted).
3.
Section 113, Means Of Appeal. (Deleted and Amended).
113.1 Board Of Appeals. To hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the Building Official relating to the application and interpretation of this code, the Board of Adjustment of the City shall sit as the Board of Appeals having the authority set forth in this code and shall adopt rules of procedure for the conduct of such appeals in accordance with applicable law. Any person directly impacted by an action or decision of the Code Official such that the person would have standing in a court of law to challenge the action may petition the Board of Adjustment for a review of any final decision of any City officer under the Building Code, provided that a written application for appeal is filed within thirty (30) business days after the day of the decision or order served. An application for appeal shall be based solely on a claim that:
(1)
The true intent of the code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted;
(2)
The provisions of this code do not fully apply; or
(3)
The requirements of the code are adequately satisfied by other means.
The Board of Adjustment shall have no authority to waive the requirements of this code. The decision of the Board of Adjustment may be further appealed to the Circuit Court of Ste. Genevieve County as provided in Section 67.430, RSMo.
4.
Board Of Appeals. (Deleted).
I.
International Existing Building Code Adopted. The Existing Building Code of the City of Ste. Genevieve shall consist of the ICC International Existing Building Code, 2021 Edition, published by the International Code Council, Inc., (the "Existing Building Code") which is incorporated herein by reference and made a part hereof.
Amendments To The International Existing Building Code. The Existing Building Code is hereby amended as follows:
1.
Section 101.1, Title. (Amended).
These regulations shall be known as the Existing Building Code of the City of Ste. Genevieve, herein after referred to as "this code."
2.
Section 104.6, Right Of Entry. (Deleted).
3.
Section 112 Means Of Appeals. (Deleted and Amended).
112.1 Board Of Appeals. To hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the Building Official relating to the application and interpretation of this code, the Board of Adjustment of the City shall sit as the Board of Appeals having the authority set forth in this code and shall adopt rules of procedure for the conduct of such appeals in accordance with applicable law. Any person directly impacted by an action or decision of the Code Official such that the person would have standing in a court of law to challenge the action may petition the Board of Adjustment for a review of any final decision of any City officer under the Building Code, provided that a written application for appeal is filed within thirty (30) business days after the day of the decision or order served. An application for appeal shall be based solely on a claim that:
(1)
The true intent of the code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted;
(2)
The provisions of this code do not fully apply; or
(3)
The requirements of the code are adequately satisfied by other means.
The Board of Adjustment shall have no authority to waive the requirements of this code. The decision of the Board of Adjustment may be further appealed to the Circuit Court of Ste. Genevieve County as provided in Section 67.430, RSMo.
[CC 1985 §5-76; Ord. No. 2979 §7, 6-25-1998]
A.
Any appeal under this Article shall be taken within thirty (30) days after the decision is rendered by filing with the Building Commissioner a notice of appeal specifying the grounds therefor and by depositing with the City Clerk the sum of one hundred dollars ($100.00) as a docket fee.
B.
The Building Commissioner shall forthwith submit to the Board of Adjustment a copy of this notice of appeal together with all the papers constituting the record upon which the action appealed from is taken.
[CC 1985 §5-77; Ord. No. 2979 §8, 6-25-1998]
An appeal pursuant to Section 500.120 shall stay all City enforcement proceedings in furtherance of the action appealed from, unless the Building Commissioner shall certify to the Board of Adjustment, subsequent to the filing of any notice of appeal, that by reason of the facts stated in the certificate, a stay would cause imminent peril to life or property. In such case, enforcement proceedings shall not be stayed otherwise than by the order of any court of competent jurisdiction.
[CC 1985 §5-78; Ord. No. 2979 §9, 6-25-1998]
It shall be the duty of the Building Commissioner to furnish the Board of Adjustment, upon request, with copies of reports of any or all inspections made by such officers in the matter on appeal and to furnish such other information as may be available.
[CC 1985 §5-79; Ord. No. 2979 §10, 6-25-1998]
The Board of Adjustment shall fix a time and place for the hearing of appeals. Such hearing shall be had within a reasonable time after the filing of the notice of appeal. Notice of the time and place of hearing shall be sent by mail to the appellant or to his/her attorney of record and such hearing shall not be less than ten (10) days after the mailing of the notice.
[CC 1985 §5-80; Ord. No. 2979 §11, 6-25-1998]
A.
In exercising the powers enumerated in this Article, the Board of Adjustment may reverse or affirm, wholly or partly, or may modify the order, requirement, decision or determination appealed from and may make such order, requirement, decision or determination as ought to be made.
B.
The Board of Adjustment shall act by simple majority vote of members present and a quorum shall consist of at least three (3) members. The action of the Board shall not become effective until after the resolution of the Board setting forth the reason for its decision and the vote of each member participating therein has been spread upon the minutes. Such resolutions, immediately following the Board's final decision, shall be filed in the office of the Board and shall be open for public inspection.
C.
The Board of Adjustment may seek the advice of professionals at the time of hearing.
[CC 1985 §5-81; Ord. No. 2979 §12, 6-25-1998]
[CC 1985 §5-82; Ord. No. 2979 §13, 6-25-1998]
This Article establishes minimum standards for dwelling units and accessory buildings and does not replace or modify standards otherwise established for the construction, replacement or repair of buildings except such as are in conflict with the provisions of this Article.
[CC 1985 §5-83; Ord. No. 2979 §14, 6-25-1998]
A.
It is unlawful for any person, without first obtaining a construction permit, to:
1.
Install, alter or modify any electrical, plumbing or mechanical system of a building where the cost is in excess of five hundred dollars ($500.00); or
2.
Where the result of proposed construction, modification or alteration is to enlarge a building's capacity or affect the bearing wall or roof of any building.
3.
Install a fence on any property in the City of Ste. Genevieve.
[Ord. No. 4131, 10-26-2017]
B.
Application. Application for such permit shall be made to the Clerk and shall be accompanied by plans and specifications in duplicate showing the work to be done; such plans shall be verified by the signature of either the owner of the building or by the architect or contractor in charge of the operations.
C.
Approval Of Plans. Such applications with plans shall be referred to the Building Inspector who shall examine the same to determine whether the proposed construction or alteration will comply with the code provisions contained in Section 500.110. Upon approval, one (1) set of plans shall be returned to the applicant with a permit and the other shall be retained by the Building Inspector. No permit shall be issued until after approval of plans.
D.
Variances. It shall be unlawful to vary materially from the submitted plans and specifications unless such variations are submitted in an amended plan to the Building Inspector and approved by him/her.
E.
Enforcement Of Provisions. The Building Inspector shall make or cause to be made such inspections as are necessary to see to the enforcement of the provisions of this Article and to make any tests or examinations of materials or methods to be used for the purpose of seeing that they comply with the provisions of this Article.
F.
Traffic Study. If the City Administrator determines that a construction project is likely to increase traffic on City streets, the City may require additional information as needed, including a comprehensive traffic study, at the developer's expense, to determine the effects of the proposed development on the street system, and the points in that system where any adverse impacts are no longer significant. If such effects are determined to have a negative impact on public health, safety and general welfare, as a condition of approval off-site street improvements may be required to mitigate the negative effects.
[Ord. No. 4061 § 1, 9-22-2016]
G.
Fence Material And Design. Fences shall be constructed, designed and maintained as follows:
[Ord. No. 4131, 10-26-2017]
1.
Permitted Materials. Fences shall be constructed of wood, metal, bricks, masonry or other permanent materials designed for permanent fence. No more than two (2) styles of fencing material shall be used in any fence or wall. Fences constructed of wood shall be resistant to decay. All fences erected shall be of approved fence material, which is designed for this purpose. Material shall be approved by the Code Official prior to issuance of permit.
2.
Hazardous And Prohibited Materials. Fences shall not be constructed of electrically charged wire, razor wire, chicken wire, rope, cable, railroad ties, landscape timbers, utility poles or any other similar materials or materials not specifically manufactured for permanent fence.
3.
Temporary construction fencing of any material is allowed.
H.
Duration Of Permit. Any construction permit under which no construction has commenced within six (6) months after the date of issuance of the permit, or under which the proposed construction has not been completed within one (1) year of the date of issuance, shall expire by limitation. No work shall take place under such permit after such expiration. An extension of six (6) months for completion of the work under such permit may be granted by the Building Inspector upon written request from the applicant or the contractor.
[Ord. No. 4218, 6-13-2019]
[CC 1985 §5-84; Ord. No. 2979 §15, 6-25-1998]
Every building shall conform to the requirements of this Article, irrespective of the class to which such building may otherwise belong and irrespective of when such building may have been constructed, altered or repaired.
[CC 1985 §5-85; Ord. No. 2979 §16, 6-25-1998]
After twenty-four (24) hours' prior written notice to or with consent of the owner, the Building Commissioner is authorized and directed to make inspections to determine whether buildings located within the City conform to the requirements of this Article. For the purpose of making such inspections, the Building Commissioner is authorized to enter, examine and survey at all reasonable times all buildings. The owner of every building shall give the Building Commissioner free access thereto at all reasonable times for the purpose of inspection, examination and survey.
[CC 1985 §5-86; Ord. No. 2979 §17, 6-25-1998; Ord. No. 3787 §1, 3-22-2012]
A.
It shall be unlawful for any person to occupy or for any owner or agent hereof to permit the occupancy of any building or addition thereto or part thereof for any purpose until a certificate of occupancy has been issued by the Building Commissioner. Every owner, agent or manager of any building or addition thereto shall inform the Building Commissioner and request an inspection thereof under the provisions of this Article whenever it is proposed to occupy any portion of a new building or addition or to change occupancy of an existing building. An existing building shall be exempt from this requirement if it has been inspected and an occupancy permit has been issued within the twelve (12) months prior to a change of occupancy. It shall be otherwise effective immediately upon adoption of this Article.
B.
It shall be unlawful for any person to knowingly make any false statement in his/her application for any occupancy permits to the names, ages, relationship or number of occupants who will occupy the premises.
[CC 1985 §5-87; Ord. No. 2979 §18, 6-25-1998]
The inspections made hereunder are not warranties by the City as to the conditions of any private property. Some inspections may be simply visual outside inspections and the City assumes no liability for the safety of any person or property of any person relying on the adequacy on any inspection or report issued under this Article.
[CC 1985 §5-88; Ord. No. 2979 §19, 6-25-1998]
If the inspected premises meets City code standards, a certificate of compliance shall be issued. The certificate shall be valid for a period of one (1) year from the date of the last inspection performed.
[CC 1985 §5-89; Ord. No. 2979 §20, 6-25-1998]
A.
Whenever the Building Commissioner determines that there are reasonable grounds to believe that there has been a violation of any provision of this Article, he/she shall give notice of such alleged violation to the person responsible therefor which shall:
1.
Be in writing.
2.
Contain a statement of the reason why it is being issued.
3.
Allow a reasonable time for the performance of any act it requires (thirty (30) days maximum).
4.
Contain an outline of remedial action which if taken will effect compliance with the provision of this Article.
5.
Be served upon the owner or his/her agent or the occupant, as the case may require. Such notice shall be deemed to be properly served upon such owner or agent or on any such occupant, if a copy thereof is:
[CC 1985 §5-90; Ord. No. 2979 §21, 6-25-1998]
A.
The following may be designated as buildings unfit for human habitation:
1.
One which is so damaged, decayed, dilapidated, unsanitary, unsafe or vermin infested that it creates a serious hazard to the health or safety of the occupants or the public;
2.
One which lacks illumination, ventilation or sanitation facilities adequate to protect the health or safety of the occupants or of the public;
3.
One which because of its general condition is unsanitary or otherwise dangerous to the health or safety of the occupants or of the public; or
4.
One which does not substantially conform to this Article or the dangerous building ordinance.
[CC 1985 §5-91; Ord. No. 2979 §22, 6-25-1998]
Any building which shall be found to have any of the defects set out in this Article shall be declared unfit for human habitation and shall be so designated and placarded by the Building Commissioner when the person responsible has failed to correct the condition set forth in a notice issued in accordance with Section 500.250.
[CC 1985 §5-92; Ord. No. 2979 §23, 6-25-1998]
No person shall deface or remove the placard from any building which has been condemned as unfit for human habitation and placarded as such, except as may be provided.
[CC 1985 §5-93; Ord. No. 2979 §24, 6-25-1998]
Any person affected by any notice or order relating to the condemning and placarding of a building as unfit for human habitation may request and shall be granted a hearing on the matter before the Board of Adjustment under the procedure set forth in this Article.
[CC 1985 §5-94; Ord. No. 2979 §25, 6-25-1998]
A.
Any building condemned as unfit for human habitation and so designated and placarded by the Building Commissioner shall be vacated within a reasonable time as ordered by the Building Commissioner.
B.
No building which has been condemned and placarded as unfit for human habitation shall again be used for human habitation until written approval is secured from and such placard is removed by the Building Commissioner. The Building Commissioner shall remove such placard whenever the defects upon which the condemnation and placarding were based have been eliminated.
[CC 1985 §5-95; Ord. No. 2979 §26, 6-25-1998]
If a building is vacated or unfit for human habitation, occupancy or use and is not in danger of structural collapse, the Building Commissioner may post a placard of condemnation on the premises and may order the structure closed up with plywood so as to prevent that structure from becoming a public nuisance. Upon failure of the owner to close up the condemned structure within the time specified in the order, the Building Commissioner may cause those premises to be closed up with plywood through any available public agency or by contract or arrangement by private persons and the cost thereof shall be charged against the real estate upon which the condemned structure is located and shall thereafter become a lien upon that real estate. In addition, any structure which is ordered to be closed up shall have at least one (1) no trespassing sign posted in a prominent place on each of its outside walls. All closing up with plywood shall be done in accordance with regulations for such work kept on file in the office of the Building Commissioner.
[CC 1985 §5-96; Ord. No. 2979 §27, 6-25-1998]
A.
The owner of any building shall have thirty (30) days from the issuance of the notice provided for in Section 500.250 to remedy the condition therein specified; provided however, that the Building Commissioner may, at his/her discretion, extend the time for compliance with any such notice; and provided further, that no owner shall be held responsible for any condition that is not specifically described in such notice.
[CC 1985 §5-97; Ord. No. 2979 §28, 6-25-1998]
A.
It shall be unlawful for the owner of any building upon whom a notice of violation or compliance order has been served to sell, transfer, mortgage, lease or otherwise dispose of the dwelling to another until the provisions of the notice of violation or compliance order have been complied with or until such owner shall first furnish to the grantee, lessee or mortgagee a true copy of any notice of violation or compliance order issued by the Building Commissioner. A transferee, lessee or mortgagee who has received actual or constructive notice of the existence of a notice of violation or compliance order shall be bound by such notice as of the date of the transfer without further services or notice upon him/her.
B.
The owner to whom a building has been transferred may consent to make repairs which have been required by a notice of violation from the Building Commissioner by signing an agreement with the City agreeing to make the repairs required by the violation notice on or before a date as determined by the Building Commissioner. Upon receipt of such agreement, the Building Commissioner may issue an occupancy permit to be held by the City until such time as the repairs are completed by the new owner of the building. The form of this agreement shall contain the following:
[CC 1985 §5-98; Ord. No. 2979 §29, 6-25-1998]
No person shall let or hold out to another for occupancy any building which is not safe, clean, sanitary and fit for human occupancy and which does not comply with the particular requirements of this Article.
[CC 1985 §5-99; Ord. No. 2979 §30, 6-25-1998]
A.
Any person violating any of the provisions of this Article shall be subject to a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100.00) nor more than five hundred dollars ($500.00) for each day that such violation continues; but if the offense is willful, on conviction thereof the punishment shall be a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100.00) and not more than five hundred dollars ($500.00) for each day that such violation continues or imprisonment for ten (10) days for each day such violation shall continue, or both such fine and imprisonment at the discretion of the court.
B.
Any such person who, having been served with an order to remove any such violation, shall fail to comply with such order within ten (10) days after such service or shall continue to violate any provision of the regulations made under the authority of this Article in the respect named in such order shall also be subject to a civil penalty of two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00).
[CC 1985 §5-100; Ord. No. 3148 §1, 2-22-2001; Ord. No. 3522 §1, 1-11-2007; Ord. No. 4582, 2-27-2025]
BUILDING PERMIT |
New Construction |
A.
New Construction Permit Fee. The new construction permit fee shall be determined by the following formula:
New Construction Permit Fee = Gross Area x Square Foot Construction Cost x Permit Fee Multiplier
1.
Gross Area refers to the total floor area of the new construction project, measured in square feet.
2.
Square Foot Construction Cost is based on the most recent Building Valuation Data (BVD) report issued by the International Code Council (ICC). The applicable square foot construction cost is to be derived from the ICC's BVD, which is updated periodically and reflects current industry standards for construction costs.
3.
Permit Fee Multiplier is a factor calculated annually based on the percentage of the Community Development Department's budget supported by permit fees, which is determined to be twenty-five percent (25%).
This formula shall be used for the first two hundred fifty thousand dollars ($250,000.00) in cost of construction utilizing the ICC BVD Square Foot Cost of Construction for the specific type of construction and occupancy classification of the project.
The permit fee for square footage beyond the initial two hundred fifty thousand dollars ($250,000.00) cost of construction shall be calculated utilizing a value of fifty percent (50%) of the Permit Fee Multiplier (Permit Fee Multiplier x 0.5).
B.
Permit Fee Multiplier Calculation. The Permit Fee Multiplier shall be calculated as follows:
1.
Total Building Department Budget shall include all operational costs required to maintain the Building Department services portion of the Community Development Department, including salaries, administrative expenses, and overhead.
2.
Percentage of the Budget Supported by Fees shall be set at twenty-five percent (25%). This means that the Permit Fee Multiplier is calculated to generate enough revenue to cover twenty-five percent (25%) of the Community Development Department's operational budget.
3.
The Permit Fee Multiplier shall be determined as a ratio of the portion of the Community Development Department's budget supported by permit fees to the total value of the square foot construction costs as established by the most recent ICC Building Valuation Data report.
The Permit Fee Multiplier shall be reviewed annually by the Community Development Department and adjusted as necessary to reflect changes in the Building Department's budget and the ICC's Building Valuation Data.
C.
Amendments And Adjustments. The City of Ste. Genevieve Community Development Department shall review and, if necessary, adjust the permit fee structure, including the Square Foot Construction Cost derived from the ICC BVD and the Permit Fee Multiplier, on an semi-annual basis. Any changes to the formula or the resulting fee schedule, beyond the updated ICC BCD, shall be approved by the City of Ste. Genevieve and made available to the public prior to implementation.
NOTE: Permit fee for new construction include all improvements on the lot constructed under the same permit such as driveways, garage(s), basement(s), and all other improvements. Water and sewer tap fees are separate fees.
Remodel Construction |
The remodel construction permit fee shall be calculated as fifty percent (50%) of the new construction permit fee multiplier, as follows: |
Remodel Construction Permit Fee = Gross Area x Square Foot Construction Cost x (Permit Fee Multiplier x 0.5) |
Other Construction/Demolition/Inspection Fees |
Type of Permit | Permit Fee |
|---|---|
Minor Improvements/Demolitions1 | Thirty-five dollars ($35.00) |
Major Improvements/Demolitions2 | One hundred dollars ($100.00) |
1 | Permits requiring minimal approval and inspection (includes parking lot, fence, retaining wall, roof, sign, occupancy, above-ground pool, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, demolition of accessory building or others as deemed by the building inspector) |
2 | Permits requiring significant approval and inspection (includes billboards, solar panels, fill or excavation, in-ground pools, demolition of primary building, mobile home installation, communications towers, electrical-mechanical-plumbing over five thousand dollars ($5,000.00), infrastructure, or others as deemed by the building inspector) |