[R.O. 2007 § 505.010; CC 1979 § 6-3; Ord. No. 1089 § 2, 2-13-1986; Ord. No. 2601 §§ 1—2(6.1), 12-12-1996; Ord. No. 3255 § 1, 6-22-2000; Ord. No. 4625 §§ 1—2, 9-14-2006; Ord. No. 5604 §§ 1—2, 6-23-2011; Ord. No. 6923, 3-8-2018; Ord. No. 7912, 12-21-2023]
A certain document, one (1) copy of which has been on file for at least ninety (90) days in the office of the City Clerk of the City of St. Peters, being marked and designated as "The International Building Code (IBC), 2021 Edition," as published by the International Code Council, Inc., as amended, along with Appendix B, as amended, and is hereby adopted as the Building Code (Non-Residential) of the City; and all of the regulations, provisions, conditions, and terms of the 2021 International Building Code, including Appendix B, as published by the International Code Council, Inc., are hereby referred to, adopted, and made part thereof, as if fully set out in this Chapter, with additions, insertions, deletions, and changes prescribed in this Chapter.
[R.O. 2007 § 505.020; CC 1979 § 6-4; Ord. No. 1089 § 2, 2-13-1986; Ord. No. 2601 §§ 1—2(6.2), 12-12-1996; Ord. No. 3255 § 1, 6-22-2000; Ord. No. 4625 §§ 1—2, 9-14-2006; Ord. No. 5604 §§ 1—2, 6-23-2011; Ord. No. 7912, 12-21-2023]
Throughout the Building Code adopted in Section 505.010, wherever the term "Name of Jurisdiction" or "Local Jurisdiction" appears, it shall be deemed to mean the City of St. Peters, Missouri.
[R.O. 2007 § 505.030; Ord. No. 2601 §§ 1—2(6.3), 12-12-1996; Ord. No. 2945 § 1, 10-8-1998; Ord. No. 3255 § 1, 6-22-2000; Ord. No. 4625 §§ 1—2, 9-14-2006; Ord. No. 5604 §§ 1—2, 6-23-2011; Ord. No. 7912, 12-21-2023]
Throughout the Building Code adopted in Section 505.010, wherever the term "Code Official" or "Building Code Official" is used, it is deemed to mean the Building Commissioner with the exception of the Property Maintenance Code adopted in Section 525.010 in which wherever the term "Code Official" or "Building Code Official" is used, it shall be deemed to mean the Health and Code Enforcement Manager.
[R.O. 2007 § 505.031; Ord. No. 3255 § 1, 6-22-2000; Ord. No. 4625 §§ 1—2, 9-14-2006; Ord. No. 5604 §§ 1—2, 6-23-2011; Ord. No. 7912, 12-21-2023]
Throughout the Building Code adopted in Section 505.010, wherever the term "International Residential Code" is used, it is deemed to mean St. Peters Residential Building Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, Chapter 504, wherever the term "International Existing Building Code" is used, it is deemed to mean St. Peters Existing Building Code, Chapter 506, wherever the term "International Fire Code" is used, it is deemed to mean St. Peters Fire Prevention Code, Chapter 507, wherever the term "NFPA 70" is used, it is deemed to mean St. Peters Electrical Code, Chapter 510, wherever the term "International Energy Conservation Code" is used, it is deemed to mean St. Peters Energy Conservation Code, Chapter 513, wherever the term "International Mechanical Code" is used, it is deemed to mean St. Peters Mechanical Code, Chapter 515, wherever the term "International Fuel Gas Code" is used, it is deemed to mean St. Peters Fuel Gas Code, Chapter 516, wherever the term "International Plumbing Code" is used, it is deemed to mean St. Peters Plumbing Code, Chapter 520, wherever the term "International Swimming Pool and Spa Code" is used, it is deemed to mean St. Peters Swimming Pool and Spa Code, Chapter 523, wherever the term "International Property Maintenance Code" is used, it is deemed to mean St. Peters Property Maintenance Code, Chapter 525, wherever the term "ICC 500" is used, it is deemed to mean St. Peters Design and Construction of Storm Shelters Code, Chapter 527.
[R.O. 2007 § 505.040; Ord. No. 2601 §§ 1—2(6.4), 12-12-1996; Ord. No. 2945 § 2, 10-8-1998; Ord. No. 2968 § 1, 11-12-1998; Ord. No. 3255 § 1, 6-22-2000; Ord. No. 3319 § 1, 10-12-2000; Ord. No. 3519 § 1, 9-13-2001; Ord. No. 3520 § 1, 9-13-2001; Ord. No. 3703 §§ 1—3, 9-12-2002; Ord. No. 4266 § 1, 4-28-2005; Ord. No. 4625 §§ 1—2, 9-14-2006; Ord. No. 5305 §§ 3—4, 12-17-2009; Ord. No. 5604 §§ 1—2, 6-23-2011; Ord. No. 5734 § 1, 4-12-2012; Ord. No. 6651 § 1, 10-13-2016; Ord. No. 6923, 3-8-2018; Ord. No. 7368, 10-8-2020; Ord. No. 7476, 7-22-2021; Ord. No. 7852, 8-24-2023; Ord. No. 7912, 12-21-2023]
A. 
The Code adopted in Section 505.010 is amended as follows:
1. 
101.1 Title. - Delete.
2. 
101.2.1 Appendices. Provisions in the appendices shall not apply unless specifically adopted. Amend Appendices adopted under Section 505.010.
3. 
105.2 Work Exempt From Permit. [Amended in its entirety to read as follows] Exemptions from permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. Permits shall not be required for the following:
Building:
1.
One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided that the floor area is not greater than 120 square feet (11 m2).
2.
Fences. Refer to Chapter 405: Zoning and Subdivision Regulations of Title IV: Land Use, of the Municipal Code of the City of St. Peters, Missouri.
3.
Oil derricks.
4.
Retaining walls that are not over 4 feet (1219 mm) in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge or impounding Class I, II or IIIA liquids.
5.
Water tanks supported directly on grade if the capacity is not greater than 5,000 gallons (18 925 L) and the ratio of height to diameter or width is not greater than 2:1.
6.
Sidewalks and Driveways — Delete.
7.
Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops and similar finish work.
8.
Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery.
9.
Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a Group R-3 occupancy that are less than 24 inches (610 mm) deep, are not greater than 5,000 gallons (18 925 L) and are installed entirely above ground.
10.
Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes, not including service systems.
11.
Swings and other playground equipment accessory to detached one- and two-family dwellings.
12.
Window awnings in Group R-3 and U occupancies, supported by an exterior wall that do not project more than 54 inches (1372 mm) from the exterior wall and do not require additional support.
13.
Nonfixed and movable fixtures, cases, racks, counters and partitions not over 5 feet 9 inches (1753 mm) in height.
Electrical:
1.
Repairs and maintenance: Minor repair work, including the replacement of lamps or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles.
2.
Radio and television transmitting stations: The provisions of this code shall not apply to electrical equipment used for radio and television transmissions, but do apply to equipment and wiring for a power supply and the installations of towers and antennas.
3.
Temporary testing systems: A permit shall not be required for the installation of any temporary system required for the testing or servicing of electrical equipment or apparatus.
Gas:
1.
Portable heating appliance.
2.
Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make such equipment unsafe.
Mechanical:
1.
Portable heating appliance.
2.
Portable ventilation equipment.
3.
Portable cooling unit.
4.
Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment regulated by this code.
5.
Replacement of any part that does not alter its approval or make it unsafe.
6.
Portable evaporative cooler.
7.
Self-contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds (4.54 kg) or less of refrigerant and actuated by motors of 1 horsepower (0.75 kW) or less.
Plumbing:
1.
The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe, provided, however, that if any concealed trap, drain pipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe becomes defective and it becomes necessary to remove and replace the same with new material, such work shall be considered as new work and a permit shall be obtained and inspection made as provided in this code.
2.
The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or fixtures and the removal and reinstallation of water closets, provided that such repairs do not involve or require the replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes or fixtures.
4. 
105.3.90 Integrated Permits. The Code Official may issue integrated building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, etc., permits on a single permit application.
5. 
107.1 General. Submittal documents consisting of construction documents, statement of special inspections, geotechnical report and other data shall be submitted through electronic submission in a digital format with each permit application. The construction documents shall be prepared, signed and sealed by an architect or engineer licensed and registered in the State of Missouri to render this service. Construction documents shall be drawn to scale and shall be of sufficient clarity to indicate the location, nature and extent of the work proposed and show in detail that the work conforms to the provisions of this code.
Exception: The building official is authorized to waive the submission of construction documents and other data not required to be prepared by a registered design professional if it is found that the nature of the work applied for is such that review of construction documents is not necessary to obtain compliance with this code.
6. 
107.1.90 Electronic Submission. Where design documents, including, but not limited to, plot plans, site plans, design drawings, specifications, etc., are originally created electronically, the building official is authorized to require electronic submittal of documents in a portable document format (PDF) or similar format for review. Where design documents were originally prepared on paper and are submitted in a paper form, the building official is authorized to charge a fee for converting those drawings to PDF equal to the cost incurred by City staff recreating the document and not to exceed more than one dollar ($1.00) per page.
Exception: Where submittal documents were originally prepared by hand and are eleven (11) inches by seventeen (17) inches or less, the fee for document conversion shall not be charged.
7. 
107.2.1.90 Fire Sprinkler Purchaser Notification. All applications for permit for multi-unit dwelling of four (4) or fewer units shall include a written verification by the builder affirming that a fire sprinkler system was offered to the purchaser prior to entering into the purchase contract in conformance with Section 903.1 of this code. If there is not a purchaser at the time of the permit application submittal, then said verification shall be made as soon as there is a purchaser and prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the new residence.
8. 
109.2 Schedule Of Permit Fees. A permit shall not be valid until the fees prescribed in Appendix A, Schedule of Fees, Title V of the Municipal Code of the City of St. Peters have been paid, nor shall an amendment to a permit be released until the additional fee, if any, has been paid.
9. 
109.6 Amount Due Or Refunds. The Code Official shall authorize the refunding of money. The collection of fees due and the refunding of money shall be as follows:
1. 
The full amount of any fee paid hereunder which was erroneously paid or collected.
2. 
Refund ninety percent (90%) or collect ten (10%) of the permit fee when no work has been done on the site and no plan review is required, or considered a "same as" permit.
3. 
Refund eighty percent (80%) or collect twenty percent (20%) of the permit fee when no work has been done on the site and application required a plan review to process a permit.
4. 
No refund if permit has been voided; if work has been stopped; or if any work has been done at the site.
The Code Official shall not authorize the refunding of any fee paid, except upon written application filed by the original permittee not later than one hundred eighty (180) days after the date of fee payment.
10. 
110.3.3 Lowest Floor Elevation. In flood hazard areas, upon placement of the lowest floor, including the basement, and prior to further vertical construction, the elevation certification required in Chapter 410, Floodplain Management of Title IV: Land Use, of the Municipal Code of the City of St. Peters, Missouri, shall be submitted to the Building Commissioner.
11. 
110.3.10 Other Inspections. In addition to the inspections specified above, the Code Official is authorized to make or require other inspections of any construction work to ascertain compliance with the provisions of this code and other laws that are enforced by the Building Department. A fee may be assessed for each additional inspection as stated in Appendix A, Schedule of Fees, of Title V of the Municipal Code of the City of St. Peters, Missouri.
12. 
110.3.10.90 Supplemental Inspection. In addition to the required inspection heretofore specified, the Code Official may make other inspections, which in his/her judgment is reasonably necessary due to unusual construction or circumstances. The Code Official shall have the authority to inspect any construction work in order to ascertain whether compliance with the Building Code is being met and in order that he/she may properly enforce the rules promulgated by this code These inspections may include, but are not limited to, examinations to determine whether zoning requirements are being met and may include all other phases of building construction. A fee may be assessed for each additional inspection as state in Appendix A, Schedule of Fees, of Title V of the Municipal Code of the City of St. Peters, Missouri.
13. 
110.3.10.90.2 Extra Inspection. If by judgment of the Code Official an inspection requested is not ready or accessible for inspection or in the judgment of the Code Official the applicant has caused the City extra inspections other than typically required, a fee may be assessed for each additional inspection or re-inspection as stated in Appendix A, Schedule of Fees, of Title V of the Municipal Code of the City of St. Peters, Missouri.
14. 
110.3.10.90.3 Billboard Inspection. The Code Official shall have the authority to inspect billboards in order to ascertain whether compliance with the Building Code is being met. Initial fee as stated in Appendix A, Schedule of Fees, of Title V of the Municipal Code of the City of St. Peters, Missouri. A fee may be assessed for each additional inspection as stated in said Appendix A.
15. 
110.90 Workmanship. Repairs, maintenance work, alterations or installations which are caused directly or indirectly by the enforcement of this code shall be executed and installed in a workmanlike manner in compliance with this code, in accordance with industry standards, and in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions.
16. 
111.1.90 Use And Occupancy - Residential Re-occupancy Inspections. Refer to Chapter 525 of the Municipal Code of St. Peters for regulations concerning re-occupancy inspections of non-owner-occupied multi-family residential units.
17. 
111.2.90 Certificate Of Occupancy — Shall Be Posted. Except for those buildings for which an exemption is granted below, the owner/tenant shall post the certificate of occupancy so as to be viewable by the public.
Exemption (1)
Any building used by any political subdivision, the State of Missouri, the United States of America or any office, agency or branch thereof.
Exemption (2)
Any building used for farm purposes.
18. 
111.90 Occupancy Short Duration Minor In Nature. The Code Official may waive inspection for occupancy of a short duration of time and of a minor nature.
19. 
113.1 General. [Amended in its entirety to read as follows] 113.1 Appendix B Means of Appeals. Appendix B of the 2021 International Codes®/International Building Code®, as published by the International Code Council®, is adopted by this reference and amended as follows: As established in Chapter 410 of the Municipal Code of the City of St. Peters.
20. 
113.2 Limitations On Authority. - Delete.
21. 
113.3 Qualifications. - Delete.
22. 
113.4 Administration. - Delete.
23. 
202 Definitions. Amend to include.
VEGETATIVE GUARD
A landscaping element of sufficient height, depth, or density that creates a physical or visual barrier similar to that of a guard as defined in section 1015 of this code.
WORKMANLIKE
Executed in a skilled manner; e.g., generally plumb, level, square, in line, undamaged and without marring adjacent work.
24. 
406.2.90 Fire Sprinkler Design. Where a fire sprinkler system is required for a parking garage, it shall be designed to Ordinary Hazard 2 or greater.
25. 
406.4.90 Fire Sprinkler Design. Where a fire sprinkler system is required for a public parking garage, it shall be designed to Ordinary Hazard 2 or greater.
26. 
406.6.90 Standpipe Systems. A closed parking garage shall be equipped with a standpipe system as required by Section 905.3.
27. 
590: FACTORY BUILT STRUCTURE.
28. 
590.1 General. Factory built structures, modular units or closed prefabricated assemblies shall not be acceptable unless they are built within the jurisdiction of the City of St. Peters and are subject to inspection by the Code Official, with the exceptions of permitted and inspected temporary or emergency uses, approved in accordance with Section 405.300 of the Municipal Code of the City of St. Peters, Missouri.
29. 
903.4.2.90 Occupant Notification. Any building with a fire suppression system shall include both audible and visible alarm notification devices installed in accordance with Section 907.5 of this code.
30. 
907.6.90 Sites With Multiple Buildings. Each individual building equipped with a fire alarm system shall have a separate addressable fire alarm control panel. The panels shall be permitted to be interconnected so that only one panel communicates with the supervising station. The signals send to the supervising stations must clearly identify the specific building in alarm, initiating device address, location, device type and floor level. Silence and reset capabilities shall only be permitted at the panel of the building where the signal originated. Under certain circumstances, the building commissioner is authorized to accept alternative designs.
31. 
1015.2 Where Required. [Amended in its entirety to read as follows] Guards shall be located along open-sided walking surfaces, including mezzanines, equipment platforms, aisles, stairs, parking lots, driveways, ramps and landings that are located more than 30 inches (762 mm) measured vertically to the floor or grade below at any point within 36 inches (914 mm) horizontally to the edge of the open side. Guards shall be adequate in strength and attachment in accordance with Section 1607.9.
Exception: Guards are not required for the following locations:
1. 
On the loading side of loading docks or piers.
2. 
On the audience side of stages and raised platforms, including stairs leading up to the stage and raised platforms.
3. 
On raised stage and platform floor areas, such as runways, ramps and side stages used for entertainment or presentations.
4. 
At vertical openings in the performance area of stages and platforms.
5. 
At elevated walking surfaces appurtenant to stages and platforms for access to and utilization of special lighting or equipment.
6. 
Along vehicle service pits not accessible to the public.
7. 
At assembly seating areas at cross aisles in accordance with Section 1030.17.2.
8. 
On the loading side of station platforms on fixed guideway transit or passenger rail systems.
32. 
1015.2.90 Retaining Walls. A guard may be required for any retaining wall where there is a potential for an accidental fall off of the wall. A vegetative guard may be substituted at the discretion of the building code official.
33. 
1015.4 Opening Limitations. [Amended in its entirety to read as follows] Required guards shall not have openings which allow passage of a sphere four (4) inches (102 mm) in diameter from the walking surface to the required guard height. Guards shall not have an ornamental pattern or horizontal rails that would provide a ladder effect, as determined by the Code Official.
Exceptions:
1. 
From a height of thirty-six (36) inches (914 mm) to forty-two (42) inches (1,067 mm), guards shall not have openings which allow passage of a sphere four and three-eighths (4 3/8) inches (111 mm) in diameter.
2. 
The triangular openings at the open sides of a stair, formed by the riser, tread and bottom rail shall not allow passage of a sphere six (6) inches (152 mm) in diameter.
3. 
At elevated walking surfaces for access to and use of electrical, mechanical or plumbing systems or equipment, guards shall not have openings which allow passage of a sphere twenty-one (21) inches (533 mm) in diameter.
4. 
In areas that are not open to the public within occupancies in Group I-3, F, H or S, and for alternating tread devices and ship ladders, guards shall not have openings which allow passage of a sphere twenty-one (21) inches (533 mm) in diameter.
5. 
In assembly seating areas, guards required at the end of aisles in accordance with Section 1029.16.4 shall not have openings that allow passage of a sphere four (4) inches (102 mm) in diameter up to a height of twenty-six (26) inches (660 mm). From a height of twenty-six (26) inches (660 mm) to forty-two (42) inches (1,067 mm) above the adjacent walking surfaces, guards shall not have openings that allow passage of a sphere eight (8) inches (203 mm) in diameter.
6. 
Within individual dwelling units and sleeping units in Group R-2 and R-3 occupancies, guards on the open sides of stairs shall not have openings which allow passage of a sphere four and three-eighths (4 3/8) inches (111 mm) in diameter.
34. 
1110.5.1.90 Small Occupancies. Drinking fountains shall not be required for an occupant load of 25 or fewer. Occupancies with an occupant load of 25 or fewer shall provide an approved bottled water dispenser.
35. 
1612 FLOOD LOADS - [Delete in its entirety and amend to read] Refer to Chapter 410 of the Municipal Code of the City of St. Peters, Missouri.
36. 
1809.5 Frost Protection. Except where otherwise protected from frost, foundations and other permanent support of buildings and structures shall be protected from frost by one (1) or more of the following methods:
1.
Extending below the frost line or thirty (30) inches below adjacent grade;
2.
Constructing in accordance with ASCE 32; or
3.
Erecting on solid rock.
Exception: Freestanding buildings meeting all of the following conditions shall not be required to be protected:
1.
Assigned to Occupancy Category 1, in accordance with Section 1604.5;
2.
Area of six hundred (600) square feet (56 m2) or less for light-frame construction or four hundred (400) square feet (37 m2) or less for other than light-frame construction; and
3.
Ease height of ten (10) feet (3,048 mm) or less.
Shallow foundations shall not bear on frozen soil unless such frozen condition is of a permanent character.
37. 
2902.2 Separate Facilities. Where plumbing fixtures are required, separate facilities shall be provided for each sex.
Exceptions:
1. 
Separate facilities shall not be required for dwelling units and sleeping units.
2. 
Separate facilities shall not be required in structures or tenant spaces with a total occupant load, including both employees and customers, of 25 or fewer.
3. 
Separate facilities shall not be required in mercantile occupancies in which the maximum occupant load of 100 or fewer.
4. 
Separate facilities shall not be required in business occupancies in which the maximum occupant load of 25 or fewer.
5. 
Separate facilities shall not be required to be designated by sex where single user toilet rooms are provided in accordance with Section 2902.1.2.
6. 
Separate facilities shall not be required where rooms having both water closets and lavatory fixtures are designed for use by both sexes and privacy for water closets is provided by means of walls and locking doors. Only water closets can be used in this arrangement.
38. 
Appendix B101.3 Membership Of Board. The Board of Appeals shall consist of five (5) members, serving five-year terms appointed by the Mayor, by and with the consent of the Board of Aldermen, the present Board of Appeals shall remain. Thereafter, each new member shall serve for five (5) years or until a successor has been appointed. The Building Official shall be an ex officio member of said Board, but shall have no vote on any matter before the Board.
39. 
Appendix B101.3.1 Qualifications. The five (5) member Board of Appeals shall be comprised of registered voters who reside within St. Charles County. To the fullest extent possible, the Board of Appeals shall be comprised of:
1. 
A Registered Professional Civil Engineer in the State of Missouri, with a minimum of five (5) years' responsible experience in site design.
2. 
A Registered Professional Architect in the State of Missouri, with a minimum of five (5) years' responsible experience in building design.
3. 
One (1) resident of the City of St. Peters with no economic connection to the construction industry or building trades.
4. 
A member holding a license or professional registration with the State of Missouri, or with a minimum of ten (10) years of responsible experience, in one or more of the related industries or professions listed below:
a. 
Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar profession related to site, structural, building or hydrology design or construction.
b. 
Building architecture or architectural engineering related to design or construction.
c. 
Mechanical, electrical, plumbing or fire protection design or construction.
d. 
Current or former City Engineer, Building Commissioner, Building Inspector or Code Enforcement Inspector. This member cannot be currently employed by the City of St. Peters.
40. 
Appendix B101.5 Notice Of Hearing. The Board shall meet on a scheduled monthly basis only if an appeal is pending to be heard.
[R.O. 2007 § 505.050; Ord. No. 3255 § 1, 6-22-2000; Ord. No. 4266 § 1, 4-28-2005; Ord. No. 4625 §§ 1—2, 9-14-2006; Ord. No. 5604 §§ 1—2, 6-23-2011]
Any person violating any of the provisions of the code adopted in this Chapter shall be deemed guilty of an offense and upon conviction thereof shall be fined in an amount not exceeding five hundred dollars ($500.00) or be imprisoned in the City or County Jail for a period of not exceeding ninety (90) days, or both such fine and imprisonment. Each day such violation is committed or permitted to continue shall constitute a separate offense and shall be punishable as such hereunder.