HomeMy WebLinkAbout2232ORDINANCE N0.2232
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ARTICLE III OF THE
ARCADIA MUNICIl'AL CODE RELATING TO FIRE
REGULATIONS AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2007
EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE IN ITS ENTIltETY,
INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES BASED ON THE 2006 EDITION
OF THE INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE PUBLISHED BY THE
INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DOES ORDAIN
AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Council finds that the amendments to the California Fire
Code herein are supported by Findings of Fact which are attached as Exhibit "A" and
incorporated as part of this Ordinance.
SECTION 2. Sections 3121, 3121.1, 3122.2, 3122.3, 3122.9, 3123, 3124, 3124.1,
3124.2 and 3124.3. 3124.4 and 3124.5 of Part 2, Chapter 1 of Article III of the Arcadia
Municipal Code are hereby amended to read as follows:
"3121. CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE ADOPTION.
Subject to the exception of the deletions or additions hereinafter set forth, and further
subject to the amendments hereinafter specified, there is adopted by reference for the City of
Arcadia the 2007 Edition of the California Fire Code, including all Appendices based on the
2006 Edition of the International Fire Code published by the International Code Council, and the
foregoing shall constitute the Fire Code of the City of Arcadia.
One (1)'copy of said codes are on file in the office of the City Clerk for use and exami-
nation by the public.
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3121.1. SAME. REFERENCE.
It shall be sufficient in any prosecution for the violation of any provisions of said
International Fire Code to refer thereto as the California Fire Code, or to refer to any Article,
Division or Section thereof. The term "Fire Code" whenever used in this Part shall refer to the
California Fire Code and the Fire Code Standards as adopted and amended by this Part.
3122.2. CHIEF.
Whenever the term "Chief' is used, it shall mean the Chief of the City of Arcadia Fire
Department.
3122.3. DIVISION HEAD OF THE FIRE PREVENTION BUREAU.
Whenever the term "Division Head of the Fire Prevention Bureau" is used it shall mean
the Fire Marshal of the City of Arcadia Fire Deparhnent.
3122.9. FIRE MARSHAL.
Shall mean the Division Head of the Fire Prevention Bureau.
3123. VIOLATIONS.
1. Any person who shall violate any of the provisions of Sections 102, 104, 105,
106, 107, or 111 of Appendix Chapter 1 of the Fire Code or who shall build in violation of any
detailed statement of specifications or plans submitted and approved under the provisions of this
Code or Standards adopted, or any certificate or permit issued thereunder, and from which no
appeal has been taken, or who shall fail to comply with such an order as affirmed or modified by
the City Council or by a court of competent jurisdiction, with the time fixed herein, shall
severally for each and every such violation, be guilty of a misdemeanor or an infraction,
punishable pursuant to Section 1200 of the Arcadia Municipal Code.
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2. Any person who shall violate any other section of the Fire Code shall be guilty of
an infraction, punishable by fine as adopted by City Council Resolution.
3. The imposition of one penalty for any violation shall not excuse the violation or
permit it to continue; and all such persons shall be required to correct or remedy such violations
or defect in a timely manner as specified by the Chief or his authorized representative.
4. The application of the above penalties shall not be held to prevent the enforced
removal of prohibited conditions.
3124. AMENDMENTS AND ADDITIONS.
The Califomia Fire Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
3124.1. AMENDMENT.
Section 903.2 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows due to local
climatic, geographical, and topographical conditions:
903.2. Where required. Approved automatic extinguishing systems shall be installed:
I. In all new buildings regardless of the type of construction or occupancy.
EXCEPTIONS:
A) Detached Group U occupancies, providing the floor area does not exceed 1000
square feet.
B) Poo] houses, recreation rooms, guest houses and similar accessory R-3
occupancies providing no portion of the exterior wall of the building is more than 150 feet
from a public street.
C) Other minor buildings and/or occupancies as approved by the Fire Chief.
2. In existing buildings with new occupancies as required by other sections of the Fire
Code.
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3124.2. AMENDMENT.
Section 903.3.1.2 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows due to local
climatic, geographical, and topographical conditions:
903.3.1.2. NFPA 13R SPRINKLER SYSTEMS. Where allowed in buildings of
Group R, up to and including buildings four stories in height, automatic sprinkler systems shall
be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13R with the following additions:
A) Attics shall be fully sprinklered with quick-response intermediate temperature
heads.
B) Private garages shall be sprinklered and shall have a design density of an
Ordinary Hazard Group 1 occupancy with a design area of two (2) heads. Quick-
response intermediate temperature commercial type heads shall be used for the
garage area.
3124.3. AMENDMENT.
Section 903.3.1.3 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows due to local
climatic, geographical, and topographical conditions:
903.3.1.3. NFPA 13D SPRINKLER SYSTEMS. Where allowed, automatic
sprinkler systems installed in one-and two-family dwellings shall be installed throughout in
accordance with NFPA 13D with the following additions:
A) Attics containing forced air units shall have one or more quick-response
intermediate temperature sprinkler heads adjacent to each unit.
B) Attached private garages shall be sprinklered and shall have a design
density of an Ordinary Hazard Group 1 occupancy with a design area of two (2)
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heads. Quick-response intermediate temperature commercial type heads shall be
used for the garage area.
C) Detached private garages over 1000 square feet in total area shall be
sprinklered and shall have a design density of an Ordinary Hazard Group 1
occupancy with a design area of 2 heads. Quick-response intermediate temperature
commercial type heads shall be used for the garage area.
D) Residential stnictures under 5000 square feet in total area shall be
designed for two (2) heads flowing in the residential area. Residential structures
over 5000 square feet in total area shall be designed for four (4) heads flowing in
the residential area.
3124.4. AMENDMENT.
Section 903.6 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows due to local
climatic, geographical, and topographic conditions:
903.6. EXISTING BUILDINGS. An approved automatic fire sprinkler system shall
be installed in existing buildings, including any additions thereto, in the occupancies and
buildings as set forth in this section.
1. In all commercial and industrial buildings greater than 5000 squaze feet in azea
when enlarged by an addition to the existing structure or as required by the Fire
Chief.
2. In all commercial and industrial buildings equal to or less than 5000 square feet in
area, when enlarged by an addition to the existing structure, exceeds 5000 squaze
feet or as required by the Fire Chief.
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3. In all Group R-1 Occupancies when an addition results in additional guestrooms
or dwelling units.
4. In all Group R-3 Occupancies greater than 2500 squaze feet in residential area
when enlarged by an addition to the residential area of the existing structure.
5. In all Group R-3 Occupancies equal to or less than 2500 square feet in residential
area, when enlarged by an addition to the residential area of the existing structure,
exceeds 2500 squaze feet in residential area.
6. In existing buildings for new occupancies as required by other sections of the Fire
Code.
3124.5. AMENDMENT.
Section 903.4.2 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows due to local
topographic conditions:
903.4.2. ALARMS. Approved audible devices shall be connected to every
automatic sprinkler system. Such sprinkler water-flow alarm devices shall be activated by water
flow equivalent to the flow of a single sprinkler of the smallest orifice size installed in the
system. Alarm devices shall be provided on the exterior of the building in an approved location.
Where a fire alarm system is installed, actuation of the automatic fire sprinkler system shall
actuate the building fire alarm system. Approved audible notification appliances shall be
provided in the interior of the building at locations required by the Chief.
SECTION 2. The Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding
Sections 3124.6 and 3124.7 to Chapter 1, Part 2, Division 4 of Article III to read as follows:
3124.6. ADDITION.
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Section 3308.2 is added to Chapter 33 of the California Fire Code to read as follows due
to local climatic conditions:
3308.2 FIREWORKS PROHIBITED. No person shall sell, display for sale,
possess, store, or manufacture, use, light, fire, discharge, explode or set off any fireworks, in-
cluding "Safe and Sane" fireworks anywhere within the City, except as allowed by the Fire
Chief.
3124.7. ADDITION [ADMINISTRATIVE].
Section 105.1.4 is added to the Califonia Fire Code to read as follows:
When the application for a permit under this section is filed, anon-refundable fee as
adopted by City Council Resolution shall be paid for the purpose of recovering the cost of
services provided.
SECTION 3. Article III, Chapter 1, Part 3 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is
hereby deleted in its entirety and a new Article III, Chapter 1, Division 5, Part 3 is hereby
substituted to read in its entirety as follows:
PART 3.
WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE FIRE AREA
3130. CREATION.
The City shall designate areas within the City boundaries that are at a significant risk
from Wildland fires. Such areas shall be designated Wildland-Urban Interface Areas.
3130.1. WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE FIRE AREA BOUNDARIES.
The boundary of the Wildland-Urban Interface Area shall constitute all properties in the azeas
north of Sycamore Avenue and east of Santa Anita Avenue.
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SECTION 4. Sections 3130.2 and 3130.3 of Part 3, Division 5, Chapter 1 of Article
III are hereby deleted in their entirety.
SECTION 5. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of the Ordinance and shall
cause a copy of same to be published in the official newspaper of said City within fifteen (15)
days after its adoption.
Passed, approved and adopted this 20th day of November 2007.
ATTEST:
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:+
City Attorney
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Mayor of the ity of cadia
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Tony L. Trabbie
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FINDINGS OF FACT
Pursuant to the 2007 Edition of the California Fire Code Preface,
the report contained herein shall be submitted as the Findings of
Fact document with regard to Article III of the City of Arcadia
Municipal Code, Ordinance No. 2232, as adopted by the City of
Arcadia. Under this Ordinance specific amendments have been
established, which aze more restrictive in nature than those
sections adopted by the California Building Standards Code.
The amendments to the California Fire Code, 2007 Edition have
been recognized by the City of Arcadia to address the fire
problem(s), concern(s) and future direction(s) by which this City
can establish and maintain an environment, which will afford a
level of fire and life safety to its citizens and guests.
Under the provisions of California Fire Code Preface, local
amendments shall be based on climatic, geographical or
topographical conditions. The Findings of Facts contained herein
shall address each of these situations and shall present the local
situation, which singularly or in combination cause the
established amendments to be adopted.
Climatic: The City of Arcadia is located in the County of Los
Angeles, and is subject to long periods of dry, hot and windy
climates, which increase the chance of a fire occurring and
predispose the City to large destructive fires. These dry climatic
conditions and winds contribute to the rapid spread of even small
fires originating in moderate density housing or vegetation. These
fires spread very quickly and create a need for increased levels
for fire prevention and protection.
Geographical: The geographic layout and contours of the City of
Arcadia- create barriers for accessibility for fire suppression
forces. Due to the City's close proximity to major fault lines,
there is a significant possibility for multiple fires spreading out of
control due to ruptured gas lines and multiple structural
collapses. Because of the major earthquake hazard, and due to
some older nonconforming buildings, it is necessary during the
new construction or building renovation to use the City ordinance
to control and minimize conditions hazardous to life and
property, which may result from fire, hazardous materials or an
explosion.
EXHIBIT "A"
630 S. Baldwin Avenue
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 5745100
(626) 446-7410
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Topographical: The water supply (domestic and fire flow) system
within the City is directly affected by the topographical layout of
Arcadia. The distribution system consists of high-low pressure and
gravity systems zones, which carry the water from various
reservoirs and storage tanks to different zones via water pipes.
These street mains consist ofhigh-pressure lines and low pressure
lines where the pressure and flows are adequate in most of the
areas of the city. There are certain areas in the southern portion of
the City with static pressures of 40 psi., and in the northern portion
as low as 20 psi. This variation of pressure causes major problems
to development, as well as fire suppression forces.
As a result of the Findings of Fact, which identified the various
climatic, geographical, and topographical elements, the
requirements established by the City of Arcadia Fire Department
within the adopted Ordinance No. 2232 are considered reasonable
and necessary modifications to the California Fire Code based
upon local conditions.
While it is clearly understood that the adoption of such regulations
may not prevent the incidents of fire, it is further noted that with
the implementation of these various regulations and/or
requirements it may serve to reduce the severity and potential loss
of life and property.
The City of Arcadia Fire Department submits these Findings of
Fact and request acceptance of these as defined in the California
Fire Code Preface.
Prepared and submitted by: Mark Krikorian, Fire Marshal
EXHIBIT °°A"
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES) SS:
CITY OF ARCADIA )
I, JAMES H. BARROWS, City Clerk of the City of Arcadia, hereby certifies
that the foregoing Ordinance No. 2232 was passed and adopted by the City Council
of the City of Arcadia, signed by the Mayor and attested to by the City Clerk at a
regular meeting of said Council held on the 20th day of November, 2007 and that said
Ordinance was adopted by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Council Member Amundson, Chandler, Harbicht, Wuo and Segal
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ity Clerk of the City of Arcadia
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