The 2015 edition of the International Residential Code (third
or later printing), as published by the International Code Council,
Inc., as hereinafter amended, including appendices A–D, G, N,
and P, and excluding part VIII (electrical) and appendices E, F, H–M,
O and Q–U is hereby adopted as the residential code of the City
of Lubbock, Texas. A copy of said code is attached hereto and incorporated
herein as though set out herein in detail. References to the residential
code in this chapter shall mean the 2015 edition of the International
Residential Code. One copy of the 2015 International Residential Code
shall be filed with the city secretary and a copy shall be maintained
in the office of the city building official. All such copies, with
the amendments thereto, shall be open to public inspection during
the usual hours of business of the offices where they are maintained.
(1983 Code, sec. 6-400; Ordinance 2009-O0032, sec. 1, adopted 4/27/2009; Ordinance 2011-O0116, sec. 1,
adopted 12/1/2011; Ordinance
2016-O0076 adopted 5/12/16; Ordinance 2019-O0091 adopted 7/23/2019)
The administrative provisions contained in chapter 28, articles 28.01 through 28.08 of this Code of Ordinances are applicable to this article; however, for purposes of administering provisions related more specifically to the regulation of one- and two-family dwelling construction, these supplemental administrative provisions have been provided. Except as amended or supplemented within sections 28.14.002 and 28.14.003, the entire text of chapter 1 of the 2015 International Residential Code is deemed to be incorporated herein as though set out herein in detail. Where a conflict arises between a provision contained within sections 28.14.002 and 28.14.003 and chapter 28, articles 28.01 through 28.08 of this Code of Ordinances, it is the intent that the more specific govern, as determined by the building official.
(1983 Code, sec. 6-401; Ordinance 2009-O0032, sec. 1, adopted 4/27/2009; Ordinance 2011-O0116, sec. 1,
adopted 12/1/2011; Ordinance
2016-O0076 adopted 5/12/16; Ordinance 2019-O0091 adopted 7/23/2019)
(a)
The following administrative provisions within chapter 1 of the International Residential Code are hereby stricken, and the corresponding provisions within articles 28.01 through 28.08 of this Code of Ordinances shall govern, as indicated in table 28.14.003 below:
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TABLE 28.14.003(a)
ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS CROSS-REFERENCE
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2015 International Residential Code Section
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Section Heading/Subject
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Refer to Lubbock Code of Ordinances Chapter Section
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R105.2
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Work exempt from permit
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28.05.019
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R106.1 & R106.1.1
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Submittal documents and information on construction documents
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28.05.003, 28.05.004
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R110
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Certificate of occupancy
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28.06.007
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R112
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Board of appeals
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2.03.491 through 2.03.495
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R113.4
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Violation penalties
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28.02.006
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R114
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Stop-work orders
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28.02.007
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(b)
Schedule of permit fees.
Section R108.2 is hereby amended
to read as follows:
R108.2 Schedule of permit fees. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical and plumbing systems or alterations requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as required, as established in the annual operating budget subsequent to review and adjustment by the city council pursuant to section 1.03.004 of the Lubbock Code of Ordinances. Pending the adoption of the annual operating budget for the ensuing fiscal year, the following fee schedule shall be applicable:
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CITY OF LUBBOCK CONSTRUCTION PERMIT FEE SCHEDULE
One- and Two-Family Dwellings
(Shaded areas do not apply)
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PERMIT/PROJECT/FEE CATEGORY
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COMMERCIAL
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RESIDENTIAL (1-2 Family Dwellings & Ancillary)
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BUILDING PERMITS
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New construction
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All buildings: $0.20 per sq. ft. of gross floor under roof
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New home or duplex: $0.11 per sq. ft. of conditioned space Accessory
and/or unconditioned buildings: $0.11 per sq. ft. under roof
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Additions to floor area
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As for new construction
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As for new construction
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Alterations & remodeling (no change in building area):
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$2.25 per $1,000.00 construction valuation, $30.00 minimum
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As for new construction, $50.00 minimum
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Demolition
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$50.00
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All others (generic)
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$50.00
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Minimum building permit fee (all classes, unless noted otherwise)
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$50.00 (Where more than one inspection is required, an additional
fee of $15.00 shall be assessed for each additional inspection)
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Advance plan review fee:
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10% of building permit fee, $30.00 min., $100.00 max., to be
credited toward final review fee
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Not applicable
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Plan review fee (payable with permit):
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25% of building permit fee
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Review fee, first revision:
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None
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Review fee, second and subsequent revisions:
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5% of building permit, $30.00 minimum, $100.00 maximum (in advance)
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Review fee, change orders and other modifications:
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5% of building permit, $30.00 minimum, $100.00 maximum (in advance)
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House/building moving permit:
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$50.00 (Building permit fees will apply to final set up in city
limits, but are not the responsibility of the moving contractor)
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Permit fees, work commencing prior to permit approval:
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One location involved: 200% of normal building permit fee.
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Two locations involved: 200% of normal permit fee for first
site, 300% of normal permit fee for second site.
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Three or more locations involved: As above, except that the
third and subsequent sites shall each be assessed fees of 400% of
the normal permit fees.
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Re-roofing, demolition, and house-moving fees shall be the greater
of $100.00 or 200% of the normal permit fee for each site involved.
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Investigative inspection fees of $60.00, as deemed necessary
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Renewal of expired permit:
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One-half of original building permit fees
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Renewal of involuntarily terminated permit:
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Greater of $100.00 or 200% of the original permit fees; Where
utilities have been terminated due to illegal occupancy, the fees
shall be paid prior to re-establishment of utility service
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Permit transfer fee:
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Scope of work unchanged from original permit: Original fee,
not to exceed $250.00.
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Scope of work varies from original permit: Fees as for new construction.
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Investigative inspection fees of $60.00 may be necessary
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Reinspection fees:
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First reinspection: $30.00
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Second reinspection: $45.00
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Third reinspection: $60.00
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Fourth and subsequent reinspections: $75.00
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Investigative inspection fee:
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Single $60.00; Subsequent buildings $25.00
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Certificates of occupancy or completion:
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Where associated with an active building permit for a new building,
remodel, renovation or addition: No charge
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Not applicable
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Exiting buildings: Replacement of lost certificate: $30.00
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Reissue due to a change in occupancy classification, or the
expiration of two years since the last inspection of the premises:
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Single building: 60.00 inspection fee plus $30.00 C.O. fee;
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Multiple buildings: 60.00 inspection fee for the first building
plus $30.00 C.O. fee;
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Subsequent buildings: $25.00 inspection fee plus $15.00 C.O.
fee
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(c)
Inspections.
Section R109 is hereby amended to read
as follows:
R109.1 Types of inspections. For on-site
construction, from time to time the building official, upon notification
from the permit holder or his agent, shall make or cause to be made
any necessary inspections and shall either approve that portion of
the construction as completed or shall notify the permit holder or
his or her agent wherein the same fails to comply with this or other
applicable codes and requirements.
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R109.1.1 Foundation inspection. Inspection of the foundation shall be made after poles or piers
are set or trenches or basement areas are excavated and any required
forms erected and any required reinforcing steel is in place and supported
prior to the placing of concrete. The foundation inspection shall
include excavations for thickened slabs intended for the support of
bearing walls, partitions, structural supports, or equipment and special
requirements for wood foundations.
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R109.1.2 Plumbing, mechanical, gas and
electrical systems inspection. Rough inspection of plumbing,
mechanical, gas and electrical systems shall be made prior to covering
or concealment, before fixtures or appliances are set or installed,
and prior to framing inspection.
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Exception: Ground-source heat pump loop systems
tested in accordance with Section M2105.1 shall be permitted to be
backfilled prior to inspection.
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R109.1.3 Floodplain inspections. For construction in areas prone to flooding as established by Table
R301.2(1), upon placement of the lowest floor, including basement,
and prior to further vertical construction, the building official
shall require submission of documentation, prepared and sealed by
a registered design professional, of the elevation of the lowest floor,
including basement, required in Section R324.
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R109.1.4 Frame and masonry inspection. Inspection of framing and masonry construction shall be made after
the roof, masonry; all framing, fire stopping, draft stopping and
bracing are in place and after the plumbing, mechanical and electrical
rough inspections are approved.
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R109.1.5 Other inspections. In addition to the called inspections above, the building official
may make or require any other inspections to ascertain compliance
with this code and other laws enforced by the building official.
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R109.1.5.1 Fire-resistance-rated construction
inspection. Where fire-resistance-rated construction is
required between dwelling units or due to location on property, the
building official shall require an inspection of such construction
after all lathing and/or wallboard is in place, but before any plaster
is applied, or before wallboard joints and fasteners are taped and
finished.
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R109.1.5.2. Reinforced masonry, insulating
concrete form (ICF) and conventionally-formed or earth-formed concrete
wall inspection. Reinforced masonry walls, insulating
concrete form (ICF) walls and conventionally formed or earth formed
concrete walls shall be inspected after plumbing, mechanical and electrical
systems embedded within the walls, and reinforcing steel is in place
and supported and prior to placement of grout or concrete. Inspection
shall verify the correct size, location, embedment depth, clearances,
spacing and lapping of reinforcing and other embedded items. For masonry
walls, inspection shall also verify that the location of grout cleanouts
and size of grout spaces comply with the requirements of this code,
and that grout pour heights are not exceeded.
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R109.1.6 Final inspection. Final inspection shall be made after the permitted work is complete
and prior to occupancy.
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R109.2 Inspection agencies. The
building official is authorized to accept reports of approved agencies,
provided such agencies satisfy the requirements as to qualifications
and reliability. Where the use of inspection agencies is desired or
contemplated, the permittee shall request approval of said agencies
sufficiently in advance of the need for the subject inspection(s).
R109.3 Inspection requests. It shall
be the duty of the permit holder or their agent to notify the building
official that such work is ready for inspection. It shall be the duty
of the person requesting any inspections required by this code to
provide access to and means for inspection of such work.
R109.4 Approval required. Work shall
not be done beyond the point indicated in each successive inspection
without first obtaining the approval of the building official. The
building official upon notification shall make the requested inspections
and shall either indicate the portion of the construction that is
satisfactory as completed, or shall notify the permit holder or an
agent of the permit holder wherein the same fails to comply with this
code. Any portions that do not comply shall be corrected and such
portion shall not be covered or concealed until authorized by the
building official.
(1983 Code, secs. 6-402–6-404; Ordinance 2009-O0032, sec. 1, adopted 4/27/2009; Ordinance 2011-O0042, sec. 9,
adopted 5/31/2011; Ordinance
2011-O0116, sec. 1, adopted 12/1/2011; Ordinance 2016-O0076 adopted 5/12/16; Ordinance 2019-O0091 adopted 7/23/2019)
(a)
Engineered fill.
Definitions.
Section R-202 is hereby amended by adding
a new definition as follows:
Soil used for fill or backfill that has been placed, compacted
and tested in accordance with the specifications of the structural
or geotechnical engineer of record, or, where such specifications
do not exist, that has been classified, placed, compacted and tested
to a minimum 95% of standard proctor density in accordance with accepted
industry standards.
(b)
Climatic and geographic design criteria.
Section R301.2(1)
is hereby amended by insertion of the following local climatic and
geographic design criteria into table R301.2(1):
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(c)
Exterior walls.
Section
R302.1 is hereby amended by the addition of a new exception #6 to
read as follows:
6.
In garden home developments with easements specifically
allowing overhangs to project into adjacent lots, overhangs may project
a maximum of 2 feet across the property line. Such overhangs must
be one-hour fire resistive construction and be decked with fire retardant
treated decking. The overhang shall not be equipped with soffit vents
or penetrations.
(d)
Exterior walls (Table R302.1(2).
Table R302.1(2) is
hereby amended to read as follows:
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TABLE R302.1(2)
EXTERIOR WALLS
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Exterior Wall Element
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Minimum Fire-Resistance Rating
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Minimum Fire Separation Distance
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Walls
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Fire-resistance rated
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1-hour in accordance with ASTM E 119 or UL 263 with exposure
from both sides
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Less than 5 feet
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Non fire-resistance rated
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0 Hours
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5 feet or greater
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Projections
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Not allowed
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N/A
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Less than 2 feet
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Fire-resistance rated
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1 hour on the undersidea,b
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2 feet to less than 3 feet
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Non fire-resistance rated
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0 Hours
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3 feet
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Openings in walls
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Not allowed
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N/A
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Less than 3 feet
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Maximum 25% of wall area
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0 Hours
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3 feet
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Unlimited
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0 Hours
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5 feet
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Penetrations
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All
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Comply with Section R302.4
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Less than 3 feet
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None required
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3 feet or greater
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a.
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Roof eave fire -resistance rating shall be permitted to be reduced
to 0 hours on the underside of the eave if fireblocking is provided
from the wall top plate to the underside of the roof sheathing.
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b.
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Roof eave fire-resistance rating shall be permitted to be reduced
to 0 hours on the underside of the eave provided that gable vent openings
are not installed.
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(e)
Opening protection.
Section R302.5.1 is hereby amended
to read as follows:
R302.5.1 Opening protection. 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, equipped
with a self-closing device or a hard-wired carbon monoxide alarm installed
on the residence side of the garage door entrance to the structure.
(f)
Bathrooms.
Section R303.3 is hereby amended to read
as follows:
R303.3 Bathrooms. Bathrooms, water closet
compartments and other similar rooms shall be provided with aggregate
glazing area in windows of not less than 3 square feet (0.279 m2),
one-half of which must be openable.
Exception: The glazed areas shall not be required where artificial
light and a local exhaust system are provided. The minimum local exhaust
rates shall be determined in accordance with Section M1507. Exhaust
air from the space shall be exhausted directly to the outside, or
into a ventilated attic at least 10" above the ceiling insulation
line or to a soffit, gable or eave vent.
(g)
Mechanical ventilation.
Section R303.4 is hereby deleted
in its entirety.
(h)
Emergency escape and rescue required.
Section R310.1 is hereby amended to
read as follows:
R310.1 Emergency escape and rescue required. Basements and attics with habitable space and every sleeping room
shall have at least one operable emergency escape and rescue opening.
Such opening shall open directly into a street, public alley, or other
approved public way, or into a yard or court on the same property
that opens to an approved public way. Where basements contain one
or more sleeping rooms, emergency egress and rescue openings shall
be required in each sleeping room, but shall not be required in adjoining
areas of the basement. Where emergency escape and rescue openings
are provided they shall have a sill height of not more than 44 inches
(1118 mm) above the floor or a permanent adjacent standing surface
of not less than 36 x 36 inches. Where a door opening having a threshold
below the adjacent ground elevation serves as an emergency escape
and rescue opening and is provided with a bulkhead enclosure, the
bulkhead enclosure shall comply with Section 310.3. The net clear
opening dimensions required by this section shall be obtained by the
normal operation of the emergency escape and rescue opening from the
inside. Emergency escape and rescue openings with a finished sill
height below the adjacent ground elevation shall be provided with
a window well in accordance with Section R310.2.
Exceptions:
1.
Basements used only to house mechanical equipment and not exceeding
a total floor area of 200 square feet.
2.
Basements not containing bathing facilities or designated as bedrooms
may be provided with alternatives to emergency escape and rescue openings
as follows:
a.
Basements not exceeding 500 square feet and designated for use as
a storm shelter - No requirement.
b.
Basements not exceeding 800 square
feet and designated for use as a storm shelter:
i.
Top of basement stairs to be located within 10 feet of an approved
emergency escape and rescue opening, or within 20 feet where entirely
protected by an approved one-hour fire rated corridor constructed
in accordance with the International Building Code. For purposes of
this section, "travel distance" shall mean the centerline of the shortest
route that affords a minimum 36" wide unobstructed path of travel;
ii.
Basement and path of travel to an approved emergency escape and rescue
opening to be protected by an NFPA 13D fire suppression system;
iii.
As otherwise approved by the building official.
c.
Basements of any size where the entire dwelling is provided with
an automatic fire suppression system throughout in accordance with
NFPA 13D - No requirement.
(i)
Automatic fire sprinkler systems.
Section R313 is hereby
deleted.
(j)
Storm shelters (General).
Section R323.1 is hereby amended
to read as follows:
R323.1 Storm shelters (General). This
section applies to the construction of storm shelters when constructed
as separate detached buildings or when constructed as rooms within
buildings for the purpose of providing safe refuge from storms that
produce high winds, such as tornados and hurricanes. In addition to
other applicable requirements in this code, such storm shelters shall
be constructed in accordance with ICC/NSSA-500.
Exception: Basements designated as storm shelters for purposes
of complying with exception 1 or 2 to section R310.1 need not be constructed
in accordance with ICC/NSSA- 500.
(k)
Minimum size (of footings).
Section R403.1.1 is hereby
amended to read as follows:
R403.1.1 Minimum size. Minimum sizes
for concrete and masonry footings shall be as set forth in The City
of Lubbock Residential Foundation Design Manual, adopted by reference
as though fully set out herein.
(l)
Minimum depth.
Section R403.1.4 is hereby amended to
read as follows:
Section R403.1.4. Minimum depth. All
exterior footings shall be placed at least 12 inches (305 mm) below
the undisturbed ground or engineered fill (see definition) surface.
Where applicable, the depth of footings shall also conform to sections
R403.1.4.1 through R403.1.4.2.
(m)
Foundation anchorage.
Section R403.1.6. is hereby amended by the addition of a third
exception to read as follows:
3.
Approved powder-actuated pins may be used in lieu
of anchor bolts within twelve (12).}}-->inches of the joints of sole
plates.
(n)
Foundation elevation.
Section R403.1.7.3 is hereby amended
to read as follows:
R403.1.7.3. Foundation elevation. The
lowest portion of a building finished floor elevation shall be installed
no lower than that indicated in table R403.1.7.3 below:
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TABLE R403.1.7.3.
Minimum Floor Elevations for Structures Relative to Lot Slope
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Elevation Difference-Top of curb to rear property line (inches)
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Min. Floor Elevation above top of curb when slope is from front
to rear (inches)
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Min. Floor Elevation above top of curb when slope is from rear
to front (inches)
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0
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12
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12
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6
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10.5
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13.5
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12
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9
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15
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18
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8
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16.5
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24
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6
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18
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30
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6
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19.5
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36
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6
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21
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1)
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The ground shall slope away from the structure in all directions
as required elsewhere in this code;
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2)
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The minimum distance from the finished ground elevation to the
top of the floor shall be eight (8) inches at all locations around
the building;
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3)
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Minimum floor elevations. The minimum floor elevation shall
be determined by using the top of the floor slab and shall be a minimum
of six (6) inches above the calculated peak water surface elevation
as determined by the city engineer, or that determined by Table R403.1.7.3,
whichever results in the more stringent requirement. It shall be the
responsibility of the builder/contractor to provide the city building
official with a survey certificate indicating the required finish
floor elevation as determined by the surveyor. The required elevation
shall be indicated on the construction plans and marked on the front
street curb. Structures located in any floor hazard area shall comply
with all F.E.M.A. regulations, which will supersede the above.
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4)
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Alternate elevations are permitted subject to the approval of
the building official and city engineer, provided it can be demonstrated
that required drainage to an approved point of discharge and away
from the structure is provided at all locations on the site.
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(o)
Concrete and masonry foundation walls.
Sections R404.1.2.1
and R404.1.3 are hereby amended to read as follows:
R404.1.2.1 Masonry foundation walls. Concrete
masonry and clay masonry foundation walls shall be constructed as
set forth in tables R404.1.1(1), R404.1.1(2), R404.1.1(3) or R404.1.1(4)
and shall also comply with the applicable provisions of Sections R606.
Where applicable, such walls shall be designed and constructed in
accordance with the City of Lubbock Residential Foundation Design
Manual, adopted by reference as though fully set out herein. In Seismic
Design Categories D0, D1 and D2, concrete masonry and clay masonry
foundation walls shall comply with section R404.1.4. Rubble stone
masonry foundation walls shall be constructed in accordance with sections
R404.1.8 and R606.3.2. Rubble stone masonry walls shall not be used
in Seismic Design Categories D0, D1 and D2.
R404.1.2 Concrete foundation walls. Concrete
foundation walls that support light-frame walls shall be designed
and constructed in accordance with the provisions of this section,
ACI 318, ACI 332, PCA 100, or the City of Lubbock Residential Foundation
Design Manual, adopted by reference as though fully set out herein.
Concrete foundation walls that support above-grade concrete walls
that are within the applicability limits of section R608.2 shall be
designed and constructed in accordance with the provisions of this
section, ACI 318, ACI 332 or PCA 100. Concrete foundation walls that
support above-grade concrete walls that are not within the applicability
limits of section R608.2 shall be designed and constructed in accordance
with the provisions of ACI 318, ACI 332 or PCA 100. When ACI 318,
ACI 332, PCA 100 or the provisions of this section are used to design
concrete foundation walls, project drawings, typical details and specifications
are not required to bear the seal of the architect or engineer responsible
for design, unless otherwise required by the state law of the jurisdiction
having authority.
(p)
Concrete or masonry foundations.
The exceptions to Section 405.1 are hereby amended
to read as follows:
Exceptions:
1.
A drainage system is not required when 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.
A drainage system is not required for a basement wall footing where
the excavation for the basement wall does not result in a soil disturbance
closer than three (3) feet to the exterior roof drip line and there
is no evidence of groundwater infiltration.
(q)
Foundation water management.
Section R406 is hereby
amended by re-titling of the section and amended to read as follows:
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SECTION R406
FOUNDATION WATER MANAGEMENT
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406.1 Concrete and masonry foundation dampness resistance. Except where required by section R406.2 to be made water-resistant,
foundation walls that retain earth and enclose interior spaces and
floors below grade shall be treated to resist dampness from the top
of the footing to the finished grade. Masonry walls shall have not
less than 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) portland cement parging applied to the
exterior of the wall. The parging shall be treated in accordance with
one of the following:
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1.
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Bituminous coating,
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2.
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3 pounds per square yard (1.63 kg/m2) of acrylic modified cement.
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3.
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1/8-inch (3.2 mm) coat of surface-bonding cement complying with
ASTM C 887.
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4.
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Any material permitted in section R406.2.
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5.
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Other approved materials or methods.
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Exception: Parging of unit masonry walls is not required where
a material is approved for direct application to the masonry.
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Concrete walls shall be treated for resistance to dampness by
applying any one of the above listed materials or any one of the materials
listed in section R406.2 to the exterior of the wall.
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406.2 Concrete and masonry foundation water resistant
barriers. In areas where a high water table or other severe
soil-water conditions are known to exist, exterior foundation walls
that retain earth and enclose interior spaces and floors below grade
shall be provided with water resistant barriers from the top of the
footing to the finished grade. Such barriers shall be in accordance
with one of the following:
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1.
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2-ply hot-mopped felts.
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2.
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55 pound (25 kg) roll roofing.
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3.
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6-mil (0.15 mm) polyvinyl chloride.
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4.
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6-mil (0.15 mm) polyethylene.
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5.
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40-mil (1 mm) polymer-modified asphalt.
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6.
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60-mil (1.5 mm) flexible polymer cement.
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7.
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1/8-inch (3 mm) cement-based, fiber-reinforced waterproof coating.
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8.
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60-mil, (0.22 mm) solvent-free, liquid-applied synthetic rubber.
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9.
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Other approved materials or methods.
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Exception: Organic solvent based products such as hydrocarbons,
chlorinated hydrocarbons, ketones and esters shall not be used for
ICF walls with expanded polystyrene form material. Plastic roofing
cements, acrylic coatings, latex coatings, mortars and pargings are
permitted to be used to seal ICF walls. Cold setting asphalt or hot
asphalt shall conform to type C of ASTM D 449. Hot asphalt shall be
applied at a temperature of less than 200 degrees Fahrenheit.
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All joints in membrane barriers shall be lapped and sealed with
an adhesive compatible with the membrane.
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406.3 Dampness resistance for wood foundations. Wood foundations enclosing habitable or usable spaces located below
grade shall be treated for resistance to dampness in accordance with
sections R406.3.1 through R406.3.4.
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Wood floor framing design and construction.
Sections
R502.2, R502.3, and R502.3.4 [sic] are hereby amended to read as follows:
R502.2 Wood floor framing design and construction. Floors shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the
provisions of this chapter, figure R502.2 and sections R317 and R318
or in accordance with AF&PA/NDS. Basement floor-ceiling structural
assemblies, where supporting a concrete floor slab above, shall be
constructed in accordance with section R502.3 and figures R404.1.1(1),
R404.1.1(2), R404.1.1(3), R404.1.1(4), R404.1.2(1) and/or R404.1.2(2),
as applicable (figures contained in the City of Lubbock Residential
Foundation Design Manual, adopted by reference as though fully set
out herein).
R502.3 Allowable joist spans. Spans for
floor joists shall be in accordance with tables R502.3.1(1), R502.3.1(2)
or R502.3.4, as applicable. For the most current data, other grades
and species, or other loading conditions, refer to the latest AF &
PA Span Tables for Joists and Rafters and/or current data available
from the American Wood Council.
(s)
Joists supporting concrete slabs.
Section R502.3 is
hereby amended by the addition of a new subsection R502.3.4, to read
as follows:
R502.3.4 Joists supporting concrete slabs. Joist assemblies supporting concrete floor-ceiling assemblies shall
not exceed the load assumptions or joist spans indicated in table
R502.3.4 within the City of Lubbock Residential Foundation Design
Manual, adopted by reference as though fully set out herein.
(t)
Concrete floors on ground, general.
Section R506.1 is
hereby amended to read as follows:
R506.1 Concrete floors on ground, General. Concrete slab-on-ground floors shall be a minimum 3.5 inches (89
mm) thick (for expansive soils, see section R403.1.8). The specified
compressive strength of concrete shall be as set forth in section
R402.2. To the extent applicable, concrete slab-on-ground floors shall
be constructed in accordance with the City of Lubbock Residential
Foundation Design Manual, adopted by reference as though fully set
out herein.
(u)
Headers.
Section R602.7 is hereby amended as follows:
R602.7 Headers. For header spans, see
Tables R602.7(1) and R602.7(2) and R602.7(3). For the most current
data, other grades and species, or other loading conditions, refer
to the latest AF & PA Span Tables for Joists and Rafters and/or
current data available from the American Wood Council.
(v)
Flashing.
Section
R703.4 is hereby amended to read as follows:
R703.4 Flashing. Approved corrosion-resistive
flashing shall be provided in the exterior wall envelope in such a
manner as to prevent entry of water into the wall cavity or penetration
of water to the building structural framing components. Self-adhered
membranes used as flashing shall comply with AAMA 711. The flashing
shall extend to the surface of the exterior wall finish and shall
be installed to prevent water from re- entering the exterior wall
envelope. Approved corrosion-resistant flashings shall be installed
at all of the following locations:
1.
At top of all exterior window and door openings in such a manner
as to be leak proof.
2.
At the intersection of chimneys or other masonry construction with
frame or stucco walls, with projecting lips on both sides under stucco
copings.
3.
Under and at the ends of masonry, wood or metal copings and sills.
4.
Continuously above all projecting wood or composite trim.
5.
Where exterior porches, decks or stairs attach to a wall or floor
assembly of wood-frame construction.
6.
At wall and roof intersections.
7.
At built-in gutters.
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The requirements of subparagraph 3 above may be omitted if a
poured concrete foundation is used with a minimum 8-inch brick ledge
drop.
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The requirements of subparagraph 3 above may be omitted where
soffits, porches or awnings serve as protection for the upper course
of brick veneer.
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Table 703.8.4 Tie Attachment and Airspace Requirements.
Delete Table 703.8.4 and replace with the following:
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TABLE 703.8.4
TIE ATTACHMENT AND AIRSPACE REQUIREMENTS
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BACKING AND TIE
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MINIMUM TIEa
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AIRSPACE
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Wood stud backing with corrugated sheet metal
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22 U.S. gage (0.0299 in.) x 7/8 in. wide
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6D - 2" nail, ring shank or #8 - 2" screw
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Nominal 1 in. between sheathing and veneer
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Wood stud backing with metal strand wire
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W1.7 (No. 9 U.S. gage; 0.148 in.) with hook embedded in mortar
joint
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6D - 2" nail, ring shank or #8 - 2" screw
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Minimum nominal 1 in. between sheathing and veneer
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Maximum 4-1/2 in. between backing and veneer
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Cold-formed steel stud backing with adjustable metal strand
wire
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W1.7 (No. 9 U.S. gage; 0.148 in.) with hook embedded in mortar
joint
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No. 10 screw extending through the steel framing a minimum of
three exposed threads
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All ties and fasteners to be corrosion-resistant
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(x)
Flashing.
Section R703.8.5 is hereby amended to read
as follows:
R703.8.5 Flashing. Flashing shall be
located beneath the first course of masonry within the first mortar
bed joint above finished ground level above the foundation wall or
slab and at other points of support, including structural floors,
shelf angles and lintels that are not protected by eaves or patio
covers when masonry veneers are designed in accordance with Section
R703.8. See Section R703.8 and foundation details S1-S8 within the
City of Lubbock Residential Foundation Design Manual for additional
requirements.
Exception: The requirements of R703.8.5 may be omitted if a
poured concrete foundation is used with a minimum 8-inch brick ledge
drop and all exterior window and door openings are caulked with sealant.
(y)
Weepholes.
Section R703.8.6 is hereby amended to read
as follows:
R703.8.6 Weepholes. Weepholes shall be
provided in the outside wythe of masonry walls at a maximum spacing
of 33 inches (838 mm) on center. Weepholes shall not be less than
3/16 inch (5 mm) in diameter. Weepholes shall be located immediately
above the flashing.
Exception: The requirements of R703.8.6 may be omitted if a
poured concrete foundation is used with a minimum 8-inch brick ledge
drop and all exterior window and door openings are flashed in accordance
with Section R703.8.5, as amended.
(z)
Allowable ceiling joist spans.
Section R802.4 is hereby
amended as follows:
R802.4 Allowable ceiling joist spans. Spans for ceiling joists shall be in accordance with Tables R802.4(1)
and R802.4(2). For the most current data, other grades and species,
or other loading conditions, refer to the latest AF & PA Span
Tables for Joists and Rafters and/or current data available from the
American Wood Council.
(aa)
Allowable rafter spans.
Section R802.5 is hereby amended
as follows:
R802.5 Allowable rafter spans. Spans
for rafters shall be in accordance with Tables R802.5.1(1) through
R802.5.1(8). For the most current data, other grades and species,
or other loading conditions, refer to the latest AF & PA Span
Tables for Joists and Rafters and/or current data available from the
American Wood Council. The span of each rafter shall be measured along
the horizontal projection of the rafter.
(bb)
Ventilation required.
Section R806.1 is hereby amended
by adding the following exception after the section:
Exception: Attic ventilation shall not be required when deemed
unnecessary by the building official due to atmospheric or climatic
conditions.
(cc)
Roof re-cover not allowed.
Section R908.3.1.1 item no. 2 is hereby amended
to read as follows:
2.
Where the existing roof covering is wood shake,
slate, clay, cement, asbestos-cement tile, or asphalt, fiberglass
or composition shingles.
(dd)
Energy efficiency (chapter 11).
The entire text of chapter
11 is hereby deleted and replaced with the following:
Chapter 11 - Energy Efficiency. One and
two family dwellings shall comply with the applicable energy conservation
provisions of the 2015 International Energy Conservation Code, as
amended.
(ee)
Protection against physical damage.
Section M1308.2.1
is hereby amended to read as follows:
M1308.2.1 Protection against physical damage. In concealed locations where piping is installed through holes or
notches in studs, joists, rafters or similar members less than 1.5
inches (38 mm) from the nearest edge of the member, the pipe shall
be protected by steel shield plates. Such shield plates shall have
a thickness of not less than 0.0575 inch (1.463 mm) (No. 16 gage).
Such plates shall cover the area of the pipe where the member is notched
or bored.
(ff)
Sizing.
Section M1401.3 is hereby amended to read as
follows:
M1401.3. Sizing. Heating and cooling
equipment shall be sized by the installing contractor based on building
loads calculated in accordance with ACCA Manual J or other approved
heating and cooling calculation methodologies.
(gg)
Auxiliary and secondary drain systems.
Section M1411.3.1 is hereby amended
to read as follows:
M1411.3.1 Auxiliary and secondary drain systems. In addition to the requirements of Section M1411.3, a secondary
drain or auxiliary drain pan shall be required for each cooling or
evaporator coil where damage to any building components will occur
as a result of overflow from the equipment drain pan or stoppage in
the condensate drain piping. Such piping shall maintain a minimum
horizontal slope in the direction of discharge of not less than 1/8
unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (1-percent slope). Drain piping
shall be a minimum of 3/4-inch (19 mm) nominal pipe size. One of the
following methods shall be used:
1.
An auxiliary drain pan with a separate drain shall be provided under
the coils on which condensation will occur. The auxiliary pan drain
shall discharge to a conspicuous point of disposal to alert occupants
in the event of a stoppage of the primary drain. The pan shall have
a minimum depth of 1.5 inches (38 mm), shall not be less than 3 inches
(76 mm) larger than the unit or the coil dimensions in width and length
and shall be constructed of corrosion resistant material. Metallic
pans shall have a minimum thickness of not less than 0.0276- inch
(0.7 mm) galvanized sheet metal. Nonmetallic pans shall have a minimum
thickness of not less than 0.0625 inch (1.6 mm).
2.
A separate overflow drain line shall be connected to the drain pan
provided with the equipment. Such overflow drain shall discharge to
a conspicuous point of disposal to alert occupants in the event of
a stoppage of the primary drain. The overflow drain line shall connect
to the drain pan at a higher level than the primary drain connection.
3.
An auxiliary drain pan without a separate drain line shall be provided
under the coils on which condensate will occur. Such pan shall be
equipped with a water-level detection device conforming to UL 508
that will shut off the equipment served prior to overflow of the pan.
The auxiliary drain pan shall be constructed in accordance with Item
1 of this section.
(hh)
Auxiliary drain pan.
Section M1411.4 is hereby amended
to read as follows:
M1411.4 Auxiliary drain pan. Category
IV condensing appliances shall have an auxiliary drain pan where damage
to any building component will occur as a result of stoppage in the
condensate drainage system. These pans shall be installed in accordance
with the applicable provisions of Section M1411.3.
(ii)
Insulation of refrigerant piping.
Section M1411.6 is
hereby amended to read as follows:
Section M1411.6. Insulation of refrigerant piping. Piping and fittings for refrigerant vapor (suction) lines shall
be insulated with 3/8-inch (3/8") wall closed cell insulation having
a thermal resistivity of at least R = 2.D hr-ft2 -- F/BTU and having
external surface permanence not exceeding 0.05 perm when tested in
accordance with ASTM E 96.
(jj)
Locking port access caps.
Section M1411.8 is hereby
deleted.
(kk)
Outdoor discharge.
Section M1501.1 is hereby amended
to read as follows:
M1501.1 Outdoor discharge. The air removed
by every mechanical exhaust system shall be discharged to the outdoors
in accordance with Section M1506.3. Air shall not be exhausted into
an attic, soffit, ridge vent or crawl space.
Exception: Whole-house ventilation-type attic fans and bathroom
ventilation fans that discharge into a ventilated attic space of dwelling
units having private attics shall be permitted.
(ll)
Duct termination.
Section M1502.3 is hereby amended
to read as follows:
M1502.3. Duct termination. Exhaust ducts
shall terminate on the outside of the building. Exhaust duct terminations
shall be in accordance with the dryer manufacturer's installation
instructions. If the manufacturer's instructions do not specify a
termination location, exhaust ducts shall terminate not less than
3 feet in any direction from openings into buildings. Exhaust duct
terminations shall be equipped with a backdraft damper. Screens shall
not be installed at the duct termination.
Exception: Backdraft dampers shall not be required where exhaust
ducts terminate vertically through the roof.
(mm)
Specified length.
Section M1502.4.4.1 is hereby amended
to read as follows:
M1502.4.4.1 Specified length. The maximum
length of the exhaust duct shall be 35 feet 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 M1502.4.4.1.
(nn)
Recirculation of air.
Section M1507.2 is hereby amended
to read as follows:
M1507.2 Recirculation of air. Exhaust
air from bathrooms and toilet rooms shall not be re- circulated within
a residence or to another dwelling unit. Exhaust air from bathrooms
and toilet rooms shall either discharge directly to the outdoors or
into an attic space ventilated as required by Section R806 and at
least 18 inches above the ceiling joists, or to a soffit or gable
or eave vent. The terminal end of the exhaust duct shall be permanently
secured in place.
(oo)
Support.
Section M1601.4.3 is hereby amended to read
as follows:
M1601.4.3 Support. Metal ducts shall
be supported by 0.5-inch (12.7 mm) wide 24-gage metal straps or 12-gage
galvanized wire at intervals not exceeding 10 feet (3048 mm) or other
approved means. Nonmetallic ducts shall be supported in accordance
with the manufacturer's installation instructions.
(pp)
Location.
Section M2006 is hereby amended by the addition
of a new subsection M2006.5 to read as follows:
M2006.5 Location. Pool heaters shall
be located or protected to guard against accidental contact of hot
surfaces by persons. Compliance with this section may be accomplished
by installing pool and spa heaters in an equipment room or building,
or by enclosure with a fence or other suitable barrier.
(qq)
Located at manifold.
Section G2420.5.3. is hereby amended
to read as follows:
G2420.5.3 (409.5.3) Located at manifold. Where the appliance shutoff valve is installed at a manifold, such
shutoff valve shall be located within 50 feet of the appliance served
and shall be readily accessible and permanently identified. The piping
from the manifold to within 6 feet of the appliance shall be designed,
sized and installed in accordance with Sections G2412 through G2419.
Shutoff valves located within attic spaces shall not be considered
readily accessible.
(rr)
G2421.1 (410.1) Pressure regulators.
Section G2421.1
is hereby amended to read as follows:
A line pressure regulator shall be installed where the appliance
is designed to operate at a lower pressure than the supply system.
Access shall be provided to pressure regulators. Pressure regulators
shall be protected from physical damage. Regulators installed on the
exterior of the building shall be approved for outdoor installation.
All regulators must be installed near a walkway or an access point.
(ss)
Exhaust installation.
Section G2439.3 is hereby amended
to read as follows:
G2439.3 (614.4) Exhaust installation. Dryer exhaust ducts for clothes dryers shall terminate on the outside
of the building and shall be equipped with a backdraft damper. Screens
shall not be installed at the duct termination. Ducts shall not be
connected or installed with sheet metal screws or other fasteners
that will obstruct the flow. Clothes dryer exhaust ducts shall not
be connected to a vent connector, vent or chimney. Clothes dryer exhaust
ducts shall not extend into or through ducts or plenums unless properly
sleeved with materials conforming to Section 602.2.1 of the International
Mechanical Code (in the case of plenums), or with materials meeting
the requirements for Class 0 or 1 duct materials (in the case of ducts).
Backdraft dampers shall not be required for vertical terminations
through roofs.
(tt)
Protection required.
Section G2439.6 is hereby amended
to read as follows:
G2439.6 (614.7) Protection required. Protective
shield plates shall be placed where nails or screws from finish or
other work are likely to penetrate the clothes dryer exhaust duct.
Shield plates shall be placed on the finished face of all framing
members where there is less than 1-1/4 inches between the duct and
the finished face of the framing member. Protective shield plates
shall be constructed of steel, and shall have a minimum thickness
of 0.062 inch (1.6 mm).
(uu)
Length identification.
Section G2439.7.5 is hereby amended
to read as follows:
G2439.7.5 (614.8.5) Length identification. Where the exhaust duct is concealed within the building construction
and exceeds a total developed length of 35 feet, the equivalent length
of the exhaust duct shall be identified on a permanent label or tag.
The label or tag shall be located within 6 feet of the exhaust duct
connection.
(vv)
Building sewer testing.
Section P2503.4 is hereby amended
to read as follows:
Section P2503.4. Building sewer testing. The building sewer shall be tested by the insertion of a test plug
at the point of connection with the public sewer and filling the building
sewer with water, testing with not less than a five-foot head of water
and be able to maintain such a pressure for fifteen (15) minutes.
(ww)
Rough plumbing.
Section P2503.5.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
P2503.5.1 Rough plumbing. DWV systems
shall be tested on completion of the rough piping installation by
water or air with no evidence of leakage. Either test shall be applied
to the drainage system in its entirety or in sections after rough
piping has been installed, as follows:
1.
Water test.
Each section shall be filled with water
to a point not less than 5 feet (3048 mm) above the highest fitting
connection in that section, or to the highest point in the completed
system. Water shall be held in the section under test for a period
of 15 minutes. The system shall prove leak free by visual inspection.
2.
Air test.
The portion under test shall be maintained
at a gauge pressure of 5 pounds per square inch (psi) (34 kPa) or
10 inches of mercury column (2488 Pa). This pressure shall be held
without introduction of additional air for a period of 15 minutes.
Exception: Air tests shall not be used on PVC piping if not approved
by the piping manufacturer.
(xx)
Finished plumbing.
Section P2503.5.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:
P2503.5.2 Finished plumbing. After the
plumbing fixtures have been set and their traps filled with water,
their connections shall be tested and proved gas tight and/or water
tight as follows:
1.
Water tightness.
Each fixture shall be filled and then
drained. Traps and fixture connections shall be proven water tight
by visual inspection.
2.
Gas tightness.
When required by the Building Official,
a final test for gas tightness of the DWV system shall be made by
the smoke or peppermint test as follows:
2.1
Smoke test.
Introduce a pungent, thick smoke into
the system. When the smoke appears at vent terminals, such terminals
shall be sealed and a pressure equivalent to a 1-inch water column
(249 Pa) shall be applied and maintained for a test period of not
less than 15 minutes.
2.2
Peppermint test.
Introduce 2 ounces (59 mL) of
oil of peppermint into the system. Add 10 quarts (9464 mL) of hot
water and seal all vent terminals. The odor of peppermint shall not
be detected at any trap or other point in the system.
(yy)
Shower liner test.
Section P2503.6 is hereby deleted.
(zz)
Protection against physical damage.
Section P2603.2.1
is hereby amended to read as follows:
P2603.2.1 Protection against physical damage. In concealed locations where piping, other than cast-iron or galvanized
steel, is installed through holes or notches in studs, joists, rafters
or similar members less than 1.5 inches (38 mm) from the nearest edge
of the member, the pipe shall be protected by steel shield plates.
Such shield plates shall have a thickness of not less than 0.0575
inch (1.463 mm) (No. 16 gage). Such plates shall cover the area of
the pipe where the member is notched or bored.
(aaa)
Pan size and drain.
Section P2801.6.1 is hereby amended
to read as follows:
P2801.6.1 Pan size and drain. The pan
shall be not less than 1.5 inches (38 mm) deep and shall be of sufficient
size and shape to receive all dripping and condensate from the tank
or water heater. The pan shall be drained by an indirect waste pipe
having a minimum diameter of 3/4 inch (19 mm) or the outlet diameter
of the relief valve, whichever is larger. Piping for safety pan drains
shall be of those materials listed in Table P2906.5, except that PVC
meeting ASTM D 1785, D 2241 or D 2672 shall also be considered an
acceptable material for this purpose. Where a pan was not previously
installed, a pan drain shall not be required for a replacement water
heater installation.
(bbb)
Water heaters installed in garages.
Section P2801.7 is hereby amended to read as follows:
P2801.7 Water heaters installed in garages. Water heaters having an ignition source shall be elevated such that
the source of ignition is not less than 18 inches (457 mm) above the
garage floor.
Exceptions:
(ccc)
Vacuum relief valve.
Section P2804.7 is hereby amended
to read as follows:
P2804.7 Vacuum relief valve. Bottom fed
tank-type water heaters and bottom fed tanks connected to water heaters
shall have a vacuum relief valve installed that complies with ANSI
Z21.22.
Exception: Where such water heaters and tanks are part of a
circulating hot water system and have a storage capacity of ten gallons
or less.
(ddd)
Hose bibb bleed.
Section P2903.8.5 is hereby deleted.
(eee)
Service valve.
Section P2903.9.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
P2903.9.1 Service valve. Where indicated
below, each dwelling unit shall be provided with an accessible main
shutoff valve. The valve shall be of a full-open type having nominal
restriction to flow.
Service valves shall be installed in the following locations:
1.
On the water service pipe from the public water supply at or near
the water meter.
2.
On the water service pipe at the entrance into the building(s) if
the service valve required by (1) above is more than 100 feet from
said building(s).
3.
On the water supply pipe to a gravity or pressurized water tank.
4.
On the water supply pipe to every water heater.
(fff)
Hose bibb.
Section P2903.10 is hereby deleted.
(ggg)
Solvent cementing.
Section P3003.9.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:
P3003.9.2 Solvent cementing. Joint surfaces
shall be clean and free from moisture. A purple primer that conforms
to ASTM F 656 shall be applied. Clear primer in lieu of purple primer
is acceptable where joints are accessible. Solvent cement not purple
in color and conforming to ASTM D 2564 CSA CAN/CSA-B137.3, CSA CAN/CSA-B181.2
or CSA CAN/CSA-BV182.1 shall be applied to all joint surfaces. The
joint shall be made while the cement is wet and shall be in accordance
with ASTM D 2855. Solvent-cement joints shall be permitted above or
below ground.
Exception: A primer shall not be required where all of the following
conditions apply:
(hhh)
Horizontal to vertical (multiple connection fittings).
Section P3005.1.1. is hereby amended to read as follows:
P3005.1.1 Horizontal to vertical (multiple connection
fittings). Double fittings such as double sanitary tees
and tee-wyes or approved multiple connection fittings and back-to-back
fixture arrangements that connect two or more branches at the same
level shall be permitted as long as directly opposing connections
are the same size and the discharge into directly opposing connections
is from similar fixture types or fixture groups. Double sanitary tee
patterns shall not receive the discharge of back-to-back water closets
and fixtures or appliances with pumping action discharge.
(iii)
(Cleanouts at) Building drain and building sewer junction.
Section P3005.2.7 is hereby amended to read as follows:
P3005.2.3 (Cleanouts at) Building drain and building
sewer junction. The junction of the building drain and
the building sewer shall be served by a two-way cleanout that is located
at the junction or within ten feet (10') of developed length of piping
upstream of the junction. Where the depth of the horizontal building
drain at the two-cleanout location exceeds four feet (4'), a two pipe
two-way cleanout shall be provided. For the requirements of this section,
removal of a water closet shall not be required to provide cleanout
access.
(jjj)
Permit requirements.
A new Section P3010.1.1 is hereby
added as follows:
P3010.1.1 Permit Requirements. A licensed plumbing contractor shall obtain a permit under this section prior to the work being performed. The permit application shall indicate if work in the city right-of-way will be necessary. If issued, the permit will grant the licensed plumbing contractor temporary permitted user status, as contemplated by chapter 37 of the Lubbock Code of Ordinances, for limited access to the city right-of-way. Excavation in the city right-of-way subjects the permittee to all applicable requirements of chapter 37, save and except the requirements for a separate right-of-way permit. The limited access is restricted to unpaved areas only and defined as an excavation that is hand-dug only (no mechanical excavation) and no more than 3 feet in width adjacent to the property line. The licensed plumbing contractor has the option of hiring a "permitted user" to perform the work in the public ROW.
(kkk)
Electrical.
Part VIII, Chapters 34-43 inclusive, is
hereby deleted.
(lll)
Swimming pools, spas and hot tubs.
A new chapter 34 is hereby created to read as follows:
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CHAPTER 34
SWIMMING POOLS, SPAS AND HOT TUBS
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3401.1 General. The provisions of this chapter
shall control the design and construction of swimming pools, spas
and hot tubs installed in or on the lot of a one- or two-family dwelling.
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3401.2 Pools in flood hazard areas. Pools that
are located in flood hazard areas established by Table R301.2(1),
including above-ground pools, on-ground pools and in-ground pools
that involve placement of fill, shall comply with Section 3401.2.1
or 3401.2.2.
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Exception: Pools located in riverine
flood hazard areas which are outside of designated floodways.
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3401.2.1 Pools located in designated floodways. Where pools are located in designated floodways, documentation shall
be submitted to the building official which demonstrates that the
construction of the pool will not increase the design flood elevation
at any point within the jurisdiction.
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3401.2.2 Pools located where floodways have
not been designated. Where pools are located where design flood
elevations are specified but floodways have not been designated, the
applicant shall provide a floodway analysis that demonstrates that
the proposed pool will not increase the design flood elevation more
than 1 foot (305 mm) at any point within the jurisdiction. Such analysis
shall also demonstrate compliance with Section 30.03 of the Lubbock
Code of Ordinances.
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SECTION 3402 - DEFINITIONS
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3402.1 General. For the purposes of these requirements, the terms used shall be defined as follows and as set forth in Chapter 2.
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ABOVE-GROUND/ON-GROUND POOL. See "Swimming
pool."
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BARRIER. A fence, wall, building wall
or combination thereof which completely surrounds the swimming pool
and obstructs access to the swimming pool.
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HOT TUB. See "Swimming pool."
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IN-GROUND POOL. See "Swimming pool."
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RESIDENTIAL. That which is situated
on the premises of a detached one- or two-family dwelling, or a one-family
townhouse not more than three stories in height.
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SPA, NONPORTABLE. See "Swimming pool."
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SPA, PORTABLE. A nonpermanent structure
intended for recreational bathing, in which all controls, water-heating
and water-circulating equipment are an integral part of the product.
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SWIMMING POOL. Any structure intended
for swimming or recreational bathing that contains water more than
24 inches (610 mm) deep. This includes in-ground, above-ground and
on-ground swimming pools, hot tubs and spas.
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SWIMMING POOL, INDOOR. A swimming pool
which is totally contained within a structure and surrounded on all
four sides by the walls of the enclosing structure.
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SWIMMING POOL, OUTDOOR. Any swimming
pool which is not an indoor pool.
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SECTION 3403 - SWIMMING POOLS
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3403.1 In-ground pools. In-ground pools shall be
designed and constructed in compliance with ANSI/NSPI-5.
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3403.2 Above-ground and on-ground pools. Above-ground
and on-ground pools shall be designed and constructed in compliance
with ANSI/NSPI-4.
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3403.3 Pools in flood hazard areas. In flood hazard
areas established by Table R301.2(1), pools in coastal high hazard
areas shall be designed and constructed in compliance with ASCE 24.
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SECTION 3404 - SPAS AND HOT TUBS
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3404.1 Permanently installed spas and hot tubs. Permanently installed spas and hot tubs shall be designed and constructed
in compliance with ANSI/NSPI-3.
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3404.2 Portable spas and hot tubs. Portable spas
and hot tubs shall be designed and constructed in compliance with
ANSI/NSPI-6.
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SECTION 3405 - BARRIER REQUIREMENTS
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3405.1 Application. The provisions of this appendix
shall control the design of barriers for residential swimming pools,
spas and hot tubs. These design controls are intended to provide protection
against potential drownings and near-drownings by restricting access
to swimming pools, spas and hot tubs.
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3405.2 Outdoor swimming pool. An outdoor swimming
pool, including an in-ground, above-ground or on-ground pool, hot
tub or spa, shall be surrounded by a barrier which shall comply with
the following:
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The top of the barrier shall be at least 48 inches (1219 mm)
above grade measured on the side of the barrier which faces away from
the swimming pool. The maximum vertical clearance between grade and
the bottom of the barrier shall be 2 inches (51 mm) measured on the
side of the barrier which faces away from the swimming pool. Where
the top of the pool structure is above grade, such as an above-ground
pool, the barrier may be at ground level, such as the pool structure,
or mounted on top of the pool structure. Where the barrier is mounted
on top of the pool structure, the maximum vertical clearance between
the top of the pool structure and the bottom of the barrier shall
be 4 inches (102 mm).
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Openings in the barrier shall not allow the passage of a 4-inch-diameter
(102 mm) sphere.
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Solid barriers which do not have openings, such as a masonry
or stone wall, shall not contain indentations or protrusions, except
for normal construction tolerances and tooled masonry joints.
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Where the barrier is composed of horizontal and vertical members,
and the distance between the tops of the horizontal members is less
than 45 inches (1143 mm), the horizontal members shall be located
on the swimming pool side of the fence. Spacing between vertical members
shall not exceed 1-3/4 inches (44 mm) in width. Where there are decorative
cutouts within vertical members, spacing within the cutouts shall
not exceed 1-3/4 inches (44 mm) in width.
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Where the barrier is composed of horizontal and vertical members,
and the distance between the tops of the horizontal members is 45
inches (1143 mm) or more, spacing between vertical members shall not
exceed 4 inches (102 mm). Where there are decorative cutouts within
vertical members, spacing within the cutouts shall not exceed 1-3/4
inches (44 mm) in width.
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Maximum mesh size for chain link fences shall be a 2-1/4 inch
(57 mm) square, unless the fence has slats fastened at the top or
the bottom which reduce the openings to not more than 1-3/4 inches
(44 mm).
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Where the barrier is composed of diagonal members, such as a
lattice fence, the maximum opening formed by the diagonal members
shall not be more than 1-3/4 inches (44 mm).
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Access gates shall comply with the requirements of Items 1 through
7, and shall be equipped to accommodate a locking device. Pedestrian
access gates shall open outward away from the pool, and shall be self-closing
and have a self-latching device. Gates, other than pedestrian access
gates, shall have a self-latching device. Where the release mechanism
of the self-latching device is located less than 54 inches (1372 mm)
from the bottom of the gate, the release mechanism and openings shall
comply with the following:
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8.1
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The release mechanism shall be located on the pool side of the
gate at least 3 inches (76 mm) below the top of the gate; and
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8.2
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The gate and barrier shall have no opening larger than 1/2 inch
(12.7 mm) within 18 inches (457 mm) of the release mechanism.
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Where a wall of a dwelling serves as part of the barrier, one
of the following conditions shall be met:
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9.1
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The pool shall be equipped with a powered safety cover in compliance
with ASTM F 1346;
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9.2
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Doors with direct access to the pool through that wall shall
be equipped with an alarm which produces an audible warning when the
door and/or its screen, if present, are opened. The alarm shall be
listed and labeled in accordance with UL2017. The deactivation switch(es)
shall be located at least 54 inches (1372 mm) above the threshold
of the door; or
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Other means of protection, such as self-closing doors with self-latching
devices, with door opening devices located at 54" (1372 mm) above
the threshold of the door; which are approved by the governing body,
shall be acceptable as long as the degree of protection afforded is
not less than the protection afforded by Item 9.1 or 9.2 described
herein.
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Where an above-ground pool structure is used as a barrier or
where the barrier is mounted on top of the pool structure, and the
means of access is a ladder or steps:
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10.1
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The ladder or steps shall be capable of being secured, locked
or removed to prevent access; or
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10.2
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The ladder or steps shall be surrounded by a barrier which meets
the requirements of Items 1 through 9. When the ladder or steps are
secured, locked or removed, any opening created shall not allow the
passage of a 4- inch diameter (102 mm) sphere.
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3405.3 Indoor swimming pool. Walls surrounding
an indoor swimming pool shall comply with Item 9 of Section 3405.2.
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3405.4 Prohibited locations. Barriers shall be
located to prohibit permanent structures, equipment or similar objects
from being used to climb them.
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3405.5 Barrier Exceptions. Spas or hot tubs with
a safety cover which complies with ASTM F 1346 shall be exempt from
the provisions of this appendix.
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SECTION 3406 - ENTRAPMENT PROTECTION FOR SWIMMING POOL
AND SPA SUCTION OUTLETS
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3406.1 General. Suction outlets shall be designed
and installed in accordance with APSP - 7.
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Exception: Portable spas and portable
exercise spas listed and labeled in accordance with UL1563 or CSA
C22.2 No. 218.1
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(1983 Code, secs. 6-500–6-547; Ordinance 2009-O0032, sec. 1, adopted 4/27/2009; Ordinance 2011-O0116, sec. 1,
adopted 12/1/2011; Ordinance
2013-O0092, secs. 1–3, adopted 9/26/2013; Ordinance 2016-O0076 adopted 5/12/16; Ordinance 2019-O0091 adopted 7/23/2019)
