Chapter 18.04: CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, 2025 EDITION

The following provisions of the California Fire Code hereby are amended to read, in words and figures, as follows:

Chapter 1 Scope and Administration is adopted in only those sections and subsections adopted by the SFM with the following amendments:

(1)

Section 113.4 Violation penalties is hereby revised as follows:

113.4 Violation penalties. Persons who shall violate a provision of this code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or shall fail to comply with any issued orders or notices or who shall erect, install, alter, repair or do work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the fire code official, or of a permit or certificate used under provisions of this code, shall be guilty of either a misdemeanor, infraction or both as prescribed in Sections 113.4.2 and 113.4.3 and be subject to penalties assessed as prescribed in the PFLSD adopted fee schedule. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense.

(2)

Sections 113.4.2 Infraction is hereby added as follows:

113.4.2 Infraction. Except as provided in Section 113.4.3, persons operating or maintaining any occupancy, premises or vehicle subject to this code that shall permit any fire or life safety hazard to exist on premises under their control shall be guilty of an infraction.

(3)

Sections 113.4.3 Misdemeanor is hereby added as follows:

113.4.3 Misdemeanor. Persons who fail to take immediate action to abate a fire or life safety hazard when ordered or notified to do so by the chief or a duly authorized representative, or who violate the following sections of this code, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor:

104.11.2 Obstructing operations

104.11.3 Systems and Devices

110.6 Overcrowding

113.3.2 Compliance with Orders and Notices

114.4 Failure to comply

305.4 Deliberate or negligent burning

308.1.2 Throwing or placing sources of ignition

310.7 Burning Objects

(b)

Chapter 2 Definitions is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM with the following amendments:

(1)

Sections 202 General Definitions is hereby revised by adding: "Flow-line" and "Spark Arrester" as follows:

202 General Definitions

FLOW-LINE. The lowest continuous elevation on a curb defined by the path traced by a particle in a moving body of water at the bottom of the rolled curb.

SPARK ARRESTER. A listed device constructed of noncombustible material specifically for the purpose of meeting one of the following conditions:

1. Removing and retaining carbon and other flammable particles/debris from the exhaust flow of an internal combustion engine in accordance with California Vehicle Code Section 38366.

2. Fireplaces that burn solid fuel in accordance with California Building Code Chapter 28.

(c)

Chapter 3 General Requirements is adopted in only those sections and subsections as amended by the SFM with the following amendments:

(1)

Section 304.1.3 Vegetation is hereby revised as follows:

304.1.3 Vegetation. Weeds, grass, vines or other growth that is capable of being ignited and endangering property, shall be cut down and removed by the owner or occupant of the premises. Vegetation clearance requirement in urban-wildland interface areas shall be in accordance with the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code and City of Placentia vegetation management guidelines.

(2)

Section 305.6 Disposal of Rubbish is hereby added as follows:

305.6 Disposal of rubbish. Rubbish, trash or combustible waste material shall be burned only within an approved incinerator and in accordance with Section 307.2.1.

(3)

Section 307.6 Outdoor Fireplaces, Fire Pits, Fire Rings, or similar devices used at Group R Occupancies is hereby added as follows:

307.6 Outdoor Fireplaces, Fire Pits, Fire Rings, or similar devices used at Group R Occupancies. Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, fire rings, or similar exterior devices used at Group R occupancies shall comply with this section.

Exception: Barbeques, grills, and other portable devices intended solely for cooking.

(4)

Section 307.6.1 Gas-fueled devices is hereby added as follows:

307.6.1 Gas-fueled devices. Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits and similar devices fueled by natural gas or liquefied-petroleum gas are allowed when approved by the Building Department and the device is designed to only burn a gas flame and not wood or other solid fuel. At R-3 occupancies, combustible construction and vegetation shall not be located within three feet of an atmospheric column that extends vertically from the perimeter of the device. At other R occupancies, the minimum distance shall be ten feet. Where a permanent Building Department approved hood and vent is installed, combustible construction may encroach upon this column between the bottom of the hood and the vent opening. Where chimneys or vents are installed, they shall have a spark arrester as defined in Section 202.

(5)

Section 307.6.2 Devices using wood or fuels other than natural gas or liquefied-petroleum gas is hereby added as follows:

307.6.2 Devices using wood or fuels other than natural gas or liquefied-petroleum gas. Permanent outdoor fireplaces burning wood or other solid fuel shall be constructed in accordance with the California Building Code with clearance from combustible construction and building openings as required therein. Fires in a fireplace shall be contained within a firebox with an attached chimney. The opening in the face of the firebox shall have an installed and maintained method of arresting sparks.

The burning of wood or other solid fuel in a device is not allowed within 25 feet of combustible structures unless within an approved permanent fireplace, Conditions which could cause a fire to spread within 25 feet of a structure or to vegetation shall be eliminated prior to ignition. Fires in devices burning wood or solid fuel shall be in accordance with Sections 305, 307, and 308.

Exceptions:

Portable fireplaces and fire rings/pits equipped with a device to arrest sparks shall be located at least 3' from combustible construction at R-3 occupancies.

Portable fireplaces, and fire pits/rings equipped with a device to arrest sparks, shall be located at least 15 feet from combustible structures at other R occupancies.

(6)

Section 307.6.2.1 Where prohibited is hereby added as follows:

307.6.2.1 Where prohibited. The burning of wood and other solid fuels shall not be conducted within a fuel modification zone, Wildfire Risk Area (WRA), Wildland-Urban Interface Area (WUI), or in locations where conditions could cause the spread of fire to the WRA or WUI.

Exceptions:

Permanent fireplaces that are not located in a fuel modification zone.

Where determined by the Fire Code Official that the location or design of the device should reasonably prevent the start of a wildfire.

(7)

Section 324 Fuel Modification Requirements for New Construction is hereby added as follows:

324.1 Fuel Modification Requirements for New Construction. All new buildings to be built or installed in areas with or adjacent to land having hazardous combustible vegetation shall comply with the requirements in the edition of City of Placentia Vegetation Management Guidelines currently in use at the time of plan submittal.

(8)

Section 325 Clearance of brush or vegetation growth from roadways is hereby added as follows:

325.1 Clearance of brush or vegetation growth from roadways. The fire code official is authorized to cause areas within 10 feet (3,048 mm) on each side of portions of highways and private streets which are improved, designed or ordinarily used for vehicular traffic, to be cleared of flammable vegetation and other combustible growth. Measurement shall be from the flow-line or the end of the improved edge of the roadway surfaces.

Exception: Single specimens of trees, ornamental shrubbery or cultivated ground cover such as green grass, ivy, succulents or similar plants used as ground covers, provided that they do not form a means of readily transmitting fire.

(9)

Section 326 Unusual Circumstances is hereby added as follows:

326.1 Unusual circumstances. The fire code official may suspend enforcement of the vegetation management requirements and require reasonable alternative measures designed to advance the purpose of this code if determined that in any specific case that any of the following conditions exist:

Difficult terrain.

Danger of erosion.

Presence of plants included in any state and federal resources agencies, California Native Plant Society and county-approved list of wildlife, plants, rare, endangered and/or threatened species.

Stands or groves of trees or heritage trees.

Other unusual circumstances that make strict compliance with the clearance of vegetation provisions undesirable or impractical.

(10)

Section 327 Use of Equipment is hereby added as follows:

327.1 Use of equipment. Except as otherwise provided in this section, no person shall use, operate, or cause to be operated in, upon or adjoining any hazardous fire area any internal combustion engine which uses hydrocarbon fuels, unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrester as defined in Section 202 maintained in effective working order, or the engine is constructed, equipped and maintained for the prevention of fire.

Exceptions:

Engines used to provide motor power for trucks, truck tractors, buses, and passenger vehicles, except motorcycles, are not subject to this section if the exhaust system is equipped with a muffler as defined in the Vehicle Code of the State of California.

Turbocharged engines are not subject to this section if all exhausted gases pass through the rotating turbine wheel, there is no exhaust bypass to the atmosphere, and the turbocharger is in good mechanical condition.

(11)

Section 327.2 Spark Arresters is hereby added as follows:

327.2 Spark arresters. Spark arresters shall comply with the following:

Spark arresters affixed to the exhaust system of engines or vehicles subject to Section 324 shall not be placed or mounted in such a manner as to allow flames or heat from the exhaust system to ignite any flammable material.

(12)

Section 328 Restricted Entry is hereby added as follows:

328.1 Restricted entry. The fire code official shall determine and publicly announce when hazardous fire areas shall be closed to entry and when such areas shall again be opened to entry. Entry on and occupation of hazardous fire areas, except public roadways, inhabited areas or established trails and camp sites which have not been closed during such time when the hazardous fire area is closed to entry, is prohibited.

Exceptions:

Residents and owners of private property within hazardous fire areas and their invitees and guests going to or being upon their lands.

Entry, in the course of duty, by peace or police officers, and other duly authorized public officers, members of a fire department and members of the United States Forest Service.

(13)

Section 329 Trespassing on posted property is hereby added as follows:

329.1 Trespassing on posted property. When the fire code official determines that a specific area within a hazardous fire area presents an exceptional and continuing fire danger because of the density of natural growth, difficulty of terrain, proximity to structures or accessibility to the public, such areas shall be closed until changed conditions warrant termination of closure. Such areas shall be posted as hereinafter provided.

Signs. Approved signs prohibiting entry by unauthorized persons and referring to applicable fire code chapters shall be placed on every closed area.

Trespassing. Entering and remaining within areas closed and posted is prohibited.

Exception: Owners and occupiers of private or public property within closed and posted areas, their guests or invitees, and local, state and federal public officers and their authorized agents acting in the course of duty.

(d)

Chapter 4: Emergency Planning and Preparedness Is adopted in only those sections and subsections adopted by the SFM with the following amendment:

(1)

Section 407.5 Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement is hereby revised as follows:

407.5 Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement. Where required by the fire code official, each application for a permit shall follow PFLSD Chemical Classification Disclosure Guideline in accordance with Section 5001.5.2.

(e)

Chapter 5 Fire Service Features is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM with the following amendments:

(1)

Section 501.1 Scope is revised as follows:

501.1 Scope. Fire service features for buildings, structures and premises shall comply with this chapter and the City of Placentia Guideline for Fire Department Access & Water Requires for Commercial & Residential Development, and the City of Placentia Guideline for Underground Piping for Private Hydrants & Sprinkler Supply Line.

(2)

Section 504.5 Escape Windows is added as follows:

504.5 Escape window access. Where escape windows are required by Section 1031.2, fire department access shall be provided to the escape window. An unobstructed setback area shall be provided. The minimum setback distance shall be calculated ((H/5)+2)+P= Clear space required.

Where:

H = Height of the windowsill measured from the exterior ground surface

P = 3' ladder pad

(3)

Section 504.5.1 Ladder Pad is added as follows:

504.5.1 Ladder Pad. Where a laddering pad is required, it shall be free of obstructions and vegetation for a minimum of 3-foot x 3-foot area. The laddering pad shall be a firm surface such as compacted decomposed granite, concrete, pavers, or asphalt. The laddering pad shall be placed at a distance from the structure as calculated by Section 504.5.

(f)

Chapter 6 Building Services and Systems is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM.

(g)

Chapter 7 Fire and Smoke Protection is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM.

(h)

Chapter 8 Interior Finish, Decorative Materials and Furnishings is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM.

(i)

Chapter 9 Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM with the following amendments:

(1)

Section 903.2, Where required, is hereby amended as follows:

903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be provided in the locations described in this section as follows:

New buildings: In addition to the requirements of Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.21, approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be provided when the gross area of the building exceeds 5,000 ft² or more than two-stories high.

Exception: Group R-3, occupancies shall comply with Section 903.2.8.

Alteration: When the floor area of the Alteration within any two-year period exceeds 75% of area of the existing structure and the alteration includes structural modifications other than seismic upgrade.

Addition: Sprinkler protection shall be provided throughout the entire building when:

Existing building less than 5,000 ft²: where 33% or more is added and the gross floor areas exceeds 5,000 ft².

Existing building equal or greater than 5,000 ft²: where more than 2,000 ft² is added.

(2)

Section 903.2.8, Group R, is hereby amended as follows:

903.2.8 Group R. An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3 shall be provided throughout all buildings with a Group R fire area as follows:

New buildings: An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all new buildings.

Existing buildings: An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout when one of the following conditions exists:

When an addition is 50% or more of the existing building area, as defined in Section 502.1, or greater than 1,000 square feet (92.903 m²) within a two year period; or

An addition when the existing building is already provided with automatic sprinklers; or

When an existing Group R Occupancy is being substantially renovated, and where the scope of the renovation is such that the Building Code Official determined that the complexity of installing a sprinkler system would be similar as in a new building.

(3)

Section 903.2.10 Group S-2, is hereby amended as follows:

903.2.10: Group S-2 Parking Garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings classified as parking garages.

(4)

Section 903.2.10.1, Commercial Parking Garages, is hereby deleted without replacement.

(5)

Section 903.3.5.3 Hydraulically calculated systems is hereby added as follows:

903.3.5.3 Hydraulically calculated systems. The design of hydraulically calculated fire sprinkler systems shall not exceed 90% of the water supply capacity

Exception: When static pressure exceeds 100 psi, and required by the Fire Code Official, the fire sprinkler system shall not exceed water supply capacity specified by Table 903.3.5.3.

TABLE 903.3.5.3

Hydraulically Calculated Systems

Section 903.4.1, Electronic supervision, is hereby amended by modifying exceptions item 1, deleting items 5 and 8, and renumbering the Exceptions as follows:

Exceptions:

Automatic sprinkler systems protecting one- and two-family dwellings. Exterior alarm specified by Section 903.4.3 shall apply.

Revert back to CFC language.

Automatic sprinkler systems installed in accordance with NFPA 13R where the common supply main is used to supply both the domestic and automatic sprinkler system, and a separate shutoff valve for automatic sprinkler system is not provided.

Jockey pump control valves that are sealed or locked in the open position.

Valves controlling the fuel supply to fire pump engines that are sealed or locked in the open position.

Trim valves to pressure switches in dry, pre-action and deluge sprinkler systems that are sealed or locked in the open position.

(j)

Chapter 10 Means of Egress is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM.

(k)

Chapter 11 Construction Requirements for Existing Buildings is adopted in only those sections and subsections adopted by the SFM.

(l)

Chapter 12 Energy Systems is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM.

(m)

Chapter 20 Aviation Facilities is adopted in its entirety.

(n)

Chapter 21 Dry Cleaning is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM.

(o)

Chapter 22 Combustible Dust-Producing Operations is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM.

(p)

Chapter 23 Motor Fuel-Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM.

(q)

Chapter 24 Flammable Finishes is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM.

(r)

Chapter 25 Fruit and Crop Ripening is not adopted.

(s)

Chapter 26 Fumigation and Thermal Insecticidal Fogging is not adopted.

(t)

Chapter 27 Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities is adopted in its entirety.

(u)

Chapter 28 Lumber Yards and Agro-Industrial, Solid Biomass, and Woodworking Facilities is adopted in its entirety.

(v)

Chapter 29 Manufacture of Organic Coatings is adopted in its entirety.

(w)

Chapter 30 Industrial Ovens is adopted in its entirety.

(x)

Chapter 31 Tents, Temporary Special Event Structures and Other Membrane Structures is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM.

(y)

Chapter 32 High-Piled Combustible Storage is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM

(z)

Chapter 33 Fire Safety During Construction and Demolition is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM.

(aa)

Chapter 34 Tire Rebuilding and Tire Storage is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM.

(bb)

Chapter 35 Welding and Other Hot Work is adopted in its entirety.

(cc)

Chapter 36 Marinas is adopted in its entirety.

(dd)

Chapter 37 Aviation Facilities is adopted in its entirety.

(ee)

Chapter 39 Processing and Extraction Facilities is adopted in its entirety.

(ff)

Chapter 40 Storage of Distilled Spirits and Wines is adopted in its entirety.

(gg)

Chapter 41 Temporary Heating and Cooking Operations is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM.

(hh)

Chapter 48 Motion Picture and Television Production Studio Sound Stages, Approved Production Facilities and Production Locations is adopted in its entirety.

(ii)

Chapter 50 Hazardous Materials - General Provisions is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM with the following amendments.

(1)

Section 5001.5.2 Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement (HMIS), is hereby amended by modifying the starting paragraph as follows:

5001.5.2 Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement (HMIS). Where required by the fire code official, an application for a permit shall follow City of Placentia Chemical Classification Packet, which shall be completed and approved prior to approval of plans, and/or the storage, use or handling of chemicals on the premises. The Chemical Classification Packet shall include the following information and formatted as specified in the City of Placentia Chemical Classification Packet:

Product Name

Component

Chemical Abstract Service (CAS) number

Location where stored or used.

Container size

Hazard classification

Amount in storage

Amount in use-closed systems

Amount in use-open systems.

(2)

Section 5003.1.1.1 Extremely Hazardous Material is hereby added as follows:

5003.1.1.1 Extremely Hazardous Substances. No person shall use or store any amount of extremely hazardous substances (EHS) in excess of the disclosable amounts (see Health and Safety Code Section 25500 et seq.) in a residential zoned or any residentially developed property.

(jj)

Chapter 51 Aerosols is adopted in its entirety.

(kk)

Chapter 53 Compressed Gases is adopted in its entirety.

(ll)

Chapter 54 Corrosive materials is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM.

(mm)

Chapter 55 Cryogenic Fluids is adopted in its entirety.

(nn)

Chapter 56 Explosives and Fireworks California Fire Code Chapter 56 is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM with the following amendments:

(1)

Section 5601.2.5 Retail Fireworks is hereby added as follows:

5601.2.5 Retail Fireworks. The storage, use, sale, possession, and handling of fireworks 1.4G (commonly referred to as Safe & Sane) and fireworks 1.3G is prohibited.

Exception: Fireworks 1.4G and fireworks 1.3G may be part of an electrically fired public display when permitted and conducted by a licensed pyrotechnic operator

(2)

Section 5608.2 Firing is hereby added as follows:

5608.2 Firing. All fireworks displays shall be electrically fired.

(3)

Section 5614 Explosives and blasting is hereby added as follows:

5614 Explosives and blasting. Explosives shall not be possessed, kept, stored, sold, offered for sale, given away, used, discharged, transported or disposed of within wildland-urban interface areas, or hazardous fire areas except by permit from the fire code official.

(oo)

Chapter 57 Flammable and Combustible Liquids is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM.

(pp)

Chapter 58 Flammable Gases and Flammable Cryogenic Fluids is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM with the following amendment.

(1)

Section 5801.1 Scope is hereby revised as follows:

5801.1 Scope. The storage and use of flammable gases and flammable cryogenic fluids shall be in accordance with this chapter, NFPA 2 and NFPA 55. Compressed gases shall also comply with Chapter 53 and cryogenic fluids shall also comply with Chapter 55. Flammable cryogenic fluids shall comply with Section 5806. Hydrogen motor fuel-dispensing stations and repair garages and their associated above-ground hydrogen storage systems shall also be designed, constructed and maintained in accordance with Chapter 23. Mobile fueling of hydrogen-fueled vehicles shall comply with Section 5809. Development of projects within 300 feet of active or abandoned oil well shall comply with Placentia Combustible Soil Has Hazard Mitigation Guideline.

(qq)

Chapter 59 Flammable Solids is adopted in its entirety.

(rr)

Chapter 60 Highly Toxic and Toxic Materials is adopted in its entirety.

(ss)

Chapter 61 Liquefied Petroleum Gases is adopted in its entirety.

(tt)

Chapter 62 Organic Peroxides is adopted in its entirety.

(uu)

Chapter 63 Oxidizers, Oxidizing Gases, and Oxidizing Cryogenic Fluids is adopted in its entirety.

(vv)

Chapter 64 Pyrophoric Materials is adopted in its entirety.

(ww)

Chapter 65 Pyroxylin (Cellulose Nitrate) Plastics is adopted in its entirety.

(xx)

Chapter 66 Unstable (Reactive) Materials is adopted in its entirety.

(yy)

Chapter 67 Water-Reactive Solids and Liquids is adopted in its entirety.

(zz)

Chapter 80 Referenced Standards is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM with the following amendments:

(1)

NFPA 13, 2025 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems is hereby amended as follows:

(A)

Section 9.2.1.7 is hereby revised as follows:

9.2.1.7 Concealed spaces filled with noncombustible insulation shall not require sprinkler protection when approved by the fire code official.

(B)

Section 9.4.3.1 is hereby revised as follows:

9.4.3.1 When fire sprinkler systems are installed in shell buildings of undetermined use (Spec Buildings) other than warehouses (S occupancies), fire sprinklers of the quick-response type shall be used. Use is considered undetermined if a specific tenant/occupant is not identified at the time the fire sprinkler plan is submitted. Sprinklers in light hazard occupancies shall be one of the following:

Quick-response type as defined in Section 3.3.223.4.16.

Residential sprinklers in accordance with the requirements of Section 8.4.5.

Quick response CMSA sprinklers.

ESFR sprinklers.

Standard-response sprinklers used for modifications or additions to existing light hazard systems equipped with standard-response sprinklers.

Standard-response sprinklers used where individual standard-response sprinklers are replaced in existing light hazard systems.

(C)

Section 16.9.10.2 is hereby deleted without replacement.

(D)

Section 16.9.10.3 is hereby deleted without replacement.

(E)

Section 16.9.10.4 is hereby deleted without replacement.

(F)

Section 16.12.3.3 is hereby revised as follows:

16.12.3.3 Fire department connections (FDC) shall be of an approved type. The FDC shall contain a minimum of two 2 1/2" inlets. The location shall be approved and be no more than 100 feet from a public hydrant. The FDC may be located within 100 feet of a private fire hydrant when approved by the fire code official. The size of piping and the number of inlets shall be approved by the fire code official. If acceptable to the water authority, it may be installed on the backflow assembly. Fire department inlet connections shall be painted OSHA safety red. When the fire sprinkler density design requires 500 gpm (including inside hose stream demand) or greater, or a standpipe system is included, four 2 1/2" inlets shall be provided.

(G)

Section 19.1.1.1 is hereby added as follows:

19.1.1.1 When fire sprinkler systems are required in buildings of undetermined use other than warehouses, they shall be designed and installed to have a fire sprinkler density of not less than that required for an Ordinary Hazard Group 2 use, with no reduction(s) in density or design area. Warehouse fire sprinkler systems shall be designed to Figure 21.4.1.2.2.1(d) curve "D". Use is considered undetermined if a specific tenant/occupant is not identified at the time the sprinkler plan is submitted. Where a subsequent occupancy requires a system with greater capability, it shall be the responsibility of the occupant to upgrade the system to the required density for the new occupancy.

(H)

Section 19.1.4.1.1 is hereby added as follows:

19.1.4.1.1 The available water supply for fire sprinkler system design shall be determined by one of the following methods, as approved by the Fire Code Official:

Subtract the project site elevation from the low water level for the appropriate pressure zone and multiply the result by 0.433;

Use a maximum of 40 psi, if available;

Utilize the City of Placentia water-flow test form/directions to document a flow test conducted by the local water agency or an approved third party licensed in the State of California.

(2)

NFPA 13D 2025 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes is hereby amended as follows:

(A)

Section 5.1.1.2 is hereby added as follows:

5.1.1.2 Stock of Spare Sprinklers

(B)

Section 5.1.1.2.1 is hereby added as follows:

5.1.1.2.1 A supply of at least two sprinklers for each type shall be maintained on the premises so that any sprinklers that have operated or been damaged in any way can be promptly replaced.

(C)

Section 5.1.1.2.2 is hereby added as follows:

5.1.1.2.2 The sprinklers shall correspond to the types and temperature ratings of the sprinklers in the property.

(D)

Section 5.1.1.2.3 is hereby added as follows:

5.1.1.2.3 The sprinklers shall be kept in a cabinet located where the temperature to which they are subjected will at no time exceed 100°F (38°C).

(E)

Section 5.1.1.2.4 is hereby added as follows:

5.1.1.2.4 A special sprinkler wrench shall be provided and kept in the cabinet to be used in the removal and installation of sprinklers. One sprinkler wrench shall be provided for each type of sprinkler installed.

(F)

Section 7.1.2 is hereby revised as follows:

7.1.2 The system piping shall not have a separate control valve unless supervised by a central station, proprietary, or remote station alarm service.

(3)

NFPA 24, 2025 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances is hereby amended as follows:

(A)

Section 6.2.9* (3) and (5) are hereby deleted without replacement and (6), (7) and (8) renumbered as follows:

(5) Control valves installed in a fire-rated room accessible from the exterior.

(6) Control valves in a fire-rated stair enclosure accessible from the exterior as permitted by the authority having jurisdiction.

(7) Any other valve type or location as permitted by the AHJ.

(B)

Section 6.2.9* (2) is hereby revised as follows:

(2) When approved by the fire code official, a wall post indicating valve.

(C)

Section 6.3.3 is hereby added as follows:

6.3.3 All post indicator valves controlling fire suppression water supplies shall be painted OSHA red.

(D)

Section 10.1.5 is hereby added as follows:

10.1.5 All ferrous pipe shall be coated and wrapped. Joints shall be coated and wrapped after assembly. All fittings shall be protected with a loose 8-mil polyethylene tube. The ends of the tube shall extend past the joint by a minimum of 12 inches and be sealed with 2 inch wide tape approved for underground use. Galvanizing does not meet the requirements of this section.

Exception: 304 or 316 Stainless steel pipe and fittings.

(E)

Section 10.3.7 Bolts is hereby added as follows:

10.3.7 Bolts. All bolts used in pipe-joint assembly shall be 316 stainless steel.

(F)

Section 10.4.1.1 is hereby revised as follows:

10.4.1.1 All bolted joint accessories shall be cleaned and thoroughly coated with asphalt or other corrosion-retarding material, prior to poly-tube, and after installation. Exception: Bolted joint accessories made from 304 or 316 stainless steel.

(G)

Section 10.4.3.1 is hereby deleted and replaced as follows:

10.4.3.1 Where fire service mains enter the building adjacent to the foundation, the pipe may run under a building to a maximum of 24 inches, as measured from the interior face of the exterior wall to the center of the vertical pipe. The pipe under the building or building foundation shall be 304 or 316 stainless steel and shall not contain mechanical joints or it shall comply with Sections 10.4.3.2.1 through 10.4.3.2.4.

(H)

Section 10.4.3.1.1 is hereby revised as follows:

10.4.3.1.1 Pipe joints shall not be located under foundation footings. The pipe under the building or building foundation shall be 304 or 316 stainless steel and shall not contain mechanical joints.

(aaa)

Appendices.

(1)

Appendix A is not adopted.

(2)

Appendix B is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM with the following amendments.

(A)

Table B105.1 (1) is hereby revised as follows:

TABLE B105.1(1) REQUIRED FIRE-FLOW FOR ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS, GROUP R-3 AND R-4 BUILDINGS AND TOWNHOUSES
CALCULATION AREA (square feet)	AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM (Design Standard)	MINIMUM FIRE-FLOW (gallons per minute)	FLOW DURATION (hours)
0-3,600	No automatic sprinkler system	1,000	1
3,601 and greater	No automatic sprinkler system	Value in Table B105.1(2)	Duration in Table B105.1(2) at the required fire-flow rate
0-3,600	Section 903.3.1.3 of the California Fire Code or Section 313.3 of the California Residential Code	750	3/4
3,601 and greater	Section 903.3.1.3 of the California Fire Code or Section 313.3 of the California Residential Code	1/2 value in Table B105.1(2) but not less than 1500	1

For SI: 1 square foot = 0.0929 m², 1 gallon per minute = 3.785 L/m

(B)

Table B105.2 is hereby revised as follows:

TABLE B105.2 REQUIRED FIRE-FLOW FOR BUILDINGS OTHER THAN ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS, GROUP R-3 AND R-4 BUILDINGS AND TOWNHOUSES
AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM (Design Standard)	MINIMUM FIRE-FLOW (gallons per minute)	FLOW DURATION (hours)
No automatic sprinkler system	Value in Table B105.1(2)	Duration in Table B105.1(2)
Section 903.3.1.1 or Section 903.3.1.2 of the California Fire Code	50% of the value in Table B105.1(2) but not less than 1500	Duration in Table B105.1(2)

For SI: 1 square foot = 0.0929 m², 1 gallon per minute = 3.785 L/m

(3)

Appendix BB is adopted in its entirety.

(4)

Appendix C is adopted in its entirety as amended by the SFM with the following amendments:

(A)

Section C103.1 is hereby revised as follows:

C103.1 Hydrant Spacing. Fire apparatus access roads and public streets providing required access to buildings in accordance with Section 503 shall be provided with one or more fire hydrants, as determined by Section C102.1. Where more than one fire hydrant is required, the distance between required fire hydrants shall not exceed 300 feet, measured along the fire department access route. In locations where it is impractical to place a fire hydrant 40 feet from the protected structure the hydrant spacing shall be reduced to 150 feet.

(B)

Section C103.2 Average Spacing is hereby deleted without replacement.

(C)

Section C103.3 Maximum Spacing is hereby deleted without replacement.

(5)

Appendix CC is adopted in its entirety.

(6)

Appendix D is not adopted.

(7)

Appendix E is not adopted.

(8)

Appendix F is not adopted.