The 2015 edition of the International Fire Code, as published by the International Code Council, or such later edition as the Board of Commissioners may adopt and approve from time to time by resolution, is hereby adopted and incorporated herein by reference as the Fire Code of this Township.
The following sections are hereby revised:
A. 
Section 101.1. Insert: Upper Darby Township.
B. 
Section 109.4 Insert: Summary Offense, $1,000. Striking, "or by imprisonment not exceeding [NUMBER OF DAYS], or both such fine and imprisonment"
C. 
Section 111.4 Insert: $300 and $1,000.
D. 
Section 308.1.4 of the 2015 International Fire Code is amended to remove Exceptions 1, 2 and 3.
E. 
Section 307.4.3 Portable outdoor fireplaces is stricken and replaced with:
Portable outdoor fireplaces will be permitted only when in conformance with the following requirements or the manufacturer's instructions in any instance where those instructions are more restrictive:
(1) 
Portable outdoor fireplaces shall be completely enclosed (solid material or heavy duty screening or both) with or without a stack or chimney, but those burning combustible materials shall have a screen at the top to prevent large embers that may cause a fire from escaping into the atmosphere. All materials shall be in good repair and safe condition.
(2) 
Portable outdoor fireplaces designed to burn combustible materials shall use an appropriate type of fuel such as non-pressure-treated wood, charcoal or fireplace logs. Propane units shall use only propane. No waste material or any material that is likely to cause excessive smoke or noxious odors shall be used. The amount of fuel in use shall not exceed the safe capacity of the device.
(3) 
Portable outdoor fireplaces shall be at least 15 feet from a structure, including decks and balconies, or combustible material. Their placement shall be stable and reasonably level so as to make tipping unlikely. They shall not be used on a deck, within any tent, or on or under any roof.
(4) 
Portable outdoor fireplaces shall be constantly attended until the fire is extinguished.
F. 
Section 1103.5.2 is amended to remove the last sentence and replace it with "The automatic sprinkler system shall be installed no later than October 1, 2022."
G. 
Section 1104.16.5.1 is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
Fire escape stairways and balconies shall be examined for structural adequacy and safety in accordance with Section 1104.16.5 by a professional designated by the Fire Chief every three years, or earlier as required by the Fire Chief. An inspection report shall be submitted to the fire code official after such examination.
H. 
Section 507.5.3 is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
Section 507.5.3. Private fire service mains and water tanks. Private fire service mains and water tanks shall be periodically inspected, tested, and maintained in accordance with NFPA 25 at the following intervals:
(1) 
Private fire hydrants (all types): inspection annually and after each operation; flow test and maintenance annually. A copy of the written inspection report shall be forwarded to the Upper Darby Township Fire Chief.
(2) 
Fire service main piping: inspection of exposed, annually; flow test every five years.
(3) 
Fire service main piping strainers: inspection and maintenance after each use.
(4) 
All privately owned and maintained fire hydrants shall have the body and caps painted yellow with a green top.
The geographic limits referred to in certain sections of the 2015 International Fire Code are hereby established as follows:
A. 
Section 5704.2.9.6.1: The storage of Class I and II liquids in above-ground tanks outside of buildings is prohibited within Upper Darby Township.
B. 
Section 5706.2.4.4: The storage of Class I and II liquids in above-ground tanks is prohibited within the Upper Darby Township.
C. 
Section 5806.2: The storage of flammable cryogenic fluids in stationary containers is prohibited within the Upper Darby Township.
D. 
Section 6104.2: The storage of liquefied petroleum gas is restricted for the protection of heavily populated or congested areas within the Upper Darby Township.