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CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
- REGULAR MEETING
c~0°'"°'ty°fN`~~ TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2007
AGENDA
6:00 p.m.
Location: City Council Chamber Conference Room, 240 W. Huntington Drive
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEMBERS:
Mickey Segal, Mayor/Agency Chair
Robert Harbicht, Mayor Pro Tem/Agency Vice Chair
PeterAmundson, Council/Agency Member
Roger Chandler, Councii/Agency Member
John Wuo, Council/Agency Member
CLOSED SESSIONlSTUDY SESSION PUBLIC COMMENTS (5 minutes per person)
Any person wishing to address the City Council/Redevelopment Agency during the Public
Comments period is asked to complete a"Public Comments" card available in the Council
Chamber Lobby. The completed form should be submitted to the City Clerk/Agency Secretary
prior to the start of the Closed Sessioa/Study Session.
In order to conduct a timely meeting, there will be a five (5) minute time limit per person. Ail
comments are to be directed to the City Council/Redevelopment Agency and we ask that proper
decorum be practiced during the meeting. State law prohibits the City Council/Redevelopment
Agency from discussing topics or issues unless they appear on the posted Agenda.
CLOSED SESSION
a. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 to confer with labor negotiators.
City Negotiators: William W. Floyd, Tracey Hause and Mike Casalou.
Employee Organization: Arcadia Police Officers' Association.
STUDY SESSION
a. Report, discussion and direction regarding Park Facilities Impact Fees.
b. Report, discussion and direction regarding General Plan issues regarding
Commercial Floor Area Ratio (FAR).
7:00 p.m., City Council Chamber
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING TO OPEN SESSION
INVOCATION
Reverend Terry Keenan, The Santa Anita Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEMBERS:
Amundson, Chandler, Harbicht, Wuo and Segal
REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY/AGENCY COUNSEL ON CLOSED SESSION/STUDY
SESSION ITEMS
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
MOTION TO READ ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS BY TITLE ONLY AND WAIVE
THE READING IN FULL
PRESENTATION
a. Administration of the Oath of Office to newly appointed Recreation and Parks
Commissioner Steve Phillipi.
1. PUBLIC HEARING
All interested persons are invited to appear at the Public Hearing and to provide evidence or
testimony concerning the proposed items of consideration. You are hereby advised that should
you desire to legally challenge any action taken by the City Council with respect to any Public
Hearing item on this agenda, you may be limited to raising only those issues and objections
which you or someone else raised at or prior to the time of the Public Hearing.
CITY COUNCIL ITEMS:
a. ORDINANCE NO. 2232 AMENDING ARTICLE III OF THE ARCADI_A
b.
CODE COUNCIL.
Recommended Action: Adopt
CONCERNING SECURITY BARS.
Recommended Action: Adopt
C.
Recommended Action: Provide Direction
PUBLIC COMMENTS (5 minutes per person)
Any person wishing to address the City CounciURedevelopment Agency during the Public
Comments period is asked to complete a"Public Comments" card available in the Council
Chamber Lobby. The completed form should be submitted to the City Clerk/Agency Secretary
prior to the start of the 7:00 p.m. Open Session.
In order to conduct a timely meeting, there will be a five (5) minute time limit per person. All
comments are to be directed to the City Council/Redevelopment Agency and we ask that proper
decorum be practiced during the meeting. State law prohibits the City Council/Redevelopment
Agency from discussing topics or issues unless they appear on the posted Agenda.
REPORTS FROM MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND CITY CLERK
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and all will be
enacted by one roll call vote. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless
members of the City Council/Redevelopment Agency request specific items be removed from
the Consent Calendar for separate action.
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ITEMS:
a. REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 6. 2007.
Recommended Action: Approve
CITY COUNCIL ITEMS:
b. REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 6. 2007.
Recommended Action: Approve
c.
d. AUTHORIZE THE APPROPRIATION OF $912.027 OF STATE PROPOSITION
16 BOND FUNDS: LOCAL STREET AND ROAD FUNDS FOR SANTA ANITA
STREETIMPROVEMENTS.
Recommended Action: Approve
e.
Recommended Action: Approve
f.
PERFORMER LICENSES.
Recommended Action: Introduce
EDISON TO UPGRADE THE PROPERTY ELECTRIC SERVICE IN THE
AMOUNT OF $31.060.80.
Recommended Action: Approve
ACCEPT ALL WORK PERFORMED BY NOBEST, INC. FOR THE SUNSET
DOCUMENTS.
Recommended Action: Approve
h.
ADJOURNMENT
The City Council/Redevelopment Agency will adjourn this meeting to November 28, 2007, at
8:00 a.m. in the City Council Chamber Conference Room located at 240 W. Huntington Drive,
Arcadia in order to meet with Los Angeles County Supervisor Michael Antonovich
PURSUANT TO THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY
WHO REQUIRE A DISABILITY-RELATED MODIFICATION OR ACCOMODATION IN ORDER
TO PARTICIPATE IN A MEETING, INCLUDING AUXILIARY AIDS OR SERVICES, MAY
REQUEST SUCH MODIFICATION OR ACCOMODATION FROM THE CITY CLERK AT (626)
574-5455. NOTIFICATION 48 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING WILL ENABLE THE CITY
TO MAKE REASONABLE ARRANGEMENTS TO ASSURE ACCESSIBILITY TO THE
MEETING.
Recommended Action: Approve
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CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2007
CA4L TO ORDER
Mayor Segal called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEMBERS:
PRESENT: Amundson, Chandler, Harbicht, Wuo and Segal
ABSENT: None
CLOSED SESSIONISTUDY SESSION PUBLIC COMMENTS (5 minutes per person)
None.
CLOSED SESSION
a. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 to confer with labor negotiators.
City Negotiators: William W. Floyd, Tracey Hause and Mike Casalou.
Employee Organization: Arcadia Police Officers' Association.
STUDY SES510N
a. Report, discussion and direction regarding Park Facilities Impact Fees.
City Manager Bill Kelly provided the City Council with a brief background regarding previously
discussed policy issues, the process and implementation of the park facilities impact fees prior
to the public hearing. The fee calculates current and proposed building fees on a standard new
single family home. Mr. Kelly noted that all Homeowner Associations and Board of Realtors
were mailed the public hearing notice; he noted that the City Council previously discussed
exemptions to certain projects of the proposed fee such as senior housing, assisted housing
and low income housing, and projects currently in plan check when the impact fee becomes
effective. He discussed the ordinance process, the effective date including the resolution
setting the proposed impact fee, the collection of the fees to improve the park system, and
projects exempt from the fee, if any.
b. Report, discussion and direction regarding General Plan issues regarding
Commercial Floor Area Ratio (FAR).
Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director pon Penman reported that during the
Caruso/Westfield hearing there was discussion regarding FAF2's which limit the amount of
building area on a lot; he noted that there are 2 definitions of building area: gross building area
and gross leasable area which is common for shopping center projects such as Wes~eld and
Caruso.
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Community Development Administrator Jason Kruckeberg discussed why the City has two
definitions of floor area for commercial projects and explained why the City would want to
modify the definitions to make them more consistent with practice, in particular with gross
leasable area. He noted that the City's definition regarding gross leasable area is unique to
Arcadia; he noted that there are exceptions within that definition that exclude certain portions of
a structure and the Urban Land Institute definition is more typical. Staff will return at a later date
with specific changes for consideration.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING TO OPEN SESSION
Mayor Segal convened the Open Session meeting at 7:10 p.m. in the Council Chamber.
INVOCATION
Reverend Terry Keenan, The Santa Anita Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
William R. Kelly, City Manager
ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCILIREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEMBERS:
PRESENT: Amundson, Chandler, Harbicht, Wuo and Segal
ABSENT: None
REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY/AGENCY COUNSEL ON CLOSED SESSION ITEM
City Attorney Steve Deitsch reported that the City Council/Redevelopment Agency Board met in
closed session to consider the one item listed under closed session on the posted agenda. No
reportable action was taken.
In addition, Mr. Deitsch reported that a study session was conducted concerning the 2 items
listed on the posted agenda regarding (1) a preliminary report from staff regarding park facilities
impact fees which is also listed on the posted agenda under public hearing; and (2) a brief
report from staff regarding commercial floor area ratios which is a planning issue, no reportable
action was taken.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
REGARDING AGENDA fTEMS
Mr. Kelly announced that item 2.g is continued to the December 4, 2007 Ciry Council meeting
and a revision to the November 6, 2007 minutes clarifying action taken regarding the
appointment to the Recreation and Parks Commission will be noted under the consent portion of
the agenda.
MOTION TO READ ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS BY TITLE ONLY AND WAIVE
THE READING IN FULL
A motion was made by Council/Agency Member Amundson, seconded by Council/Agency
Member Chandler and carried on roll call vote to read all ordinances and resolutions by title only
and waive the reading in full.
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PRESENTATIONS
a. Administration of the Oath of Office to newly appointed Recreation and Parks
Commissioner Steve Phillipi.
7. PUBLIC HEARING
CITY COUNCIL ITEMS:
a. ORDINANCE NO. 2232 AMENDING ARTICLE III. OF THE ARCADIA
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO FIRE REGULATIONS AND ADOPTING BY
Fire Chief Tony Trabbie provided a brief overview of the purpose of the amendments to 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.
Fire Marshall Mark Krikorian provided additional information regarding the purpose of the Fire
Code changes and provided a brief overview of staff recommendations to the City's existing
residential sprinkler system requirements and sprinkler design requirements for private garages,
residential sprinkler retrofit requirements, audible fire alarm standards within a building, and
designation of Fire Zone 1 construction requirements.
Jeff Carroll, a business owner and resident, appeared and spoke in opposition of Section
3124.3 regarding fire sprinkler requirements F-4 and F-5 as noted in the staff report.
A motion to close the public hearing was made by Council/Agency Member Wuo, seconded by
Council/Agency Member Chandler, and seeing no further objection, the Mayor closed the public
hearing.
A motion was made by Council/Agency Member Chandler, seconded by Council/Agency
Member Harbicht and carried on roll call vote to adopt Ordinance No. 2232 amending Article III
of the Arcadia Municipal Code relating to fire regulations and adopting by reference the 2007
Edition of the California Fire Code in its entirety, including all appendices based on the 2006
Edition of the Intemational Fire Code published by the International Code Council.
AYES: Council/Agency Member Chandler, Harbicht, Amundson, Wuo and Segal
NOES: None
ABSEN7: None
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CODE COUNCIL.
Recommended Action: Adopt
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b.
BY REFERENCE THE 2007 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING
Jason Kruckeberg, Community Development Administrator provided a brief overview of the
adoption of the 2007 Edition of the California Building Code standards and the purpose of
complying with current state requirements and to eliminate unnecessary code sections and
make changes to current administrative and technical standards.
Don Stockman, Building Official provided additional information regarding the process and
adoption of technical changes to State Codes by the City due to local climatic, geological or
topographical conditions. He also noted that staff is also proposing tecfinical code
amendments in order to meet the intent of the State's Health and Safety Code.
A motion to close the public hearing was made by Council/Agency Member Chandler, seconded
by Council/Agency Member Wuo and seeing no further objection, the Mayor closed the public
hearing.
A motion was made by Council/Agency Member Chandler, seconded by Council/Agency
Member Wuo and carried on roll call vote to adopt Ordinance No. 2233 amending Article VIII of
the Arcadia Municipal Code relating to Building Regulations and adopting by reference the 2007
Edition of the California Suilding Standards Code (California Code of Regulations, Title 24);
including the 2007 California Building Code, including Appendix Chapter 1, Appendix I and
Appendix J based on the 2006 International Building Code; the 2007 California Electrical Code;
the 2007 California Mechanical Code; the 2007 California Plumbing Code; the 2007 California
Existing Building Code; together with certain additions, insertions, deletions and changes
thereto; and further amending the Arcadia Municipal Code by relocating Chapter 8, Part 3 of
Article VIII relating to Underground Utility Districts to a new Chapter 11 of Article VII and
amending Section 8760 of Article VIII concerning Security Bars.
AYES: Council/Agency Member Chandler, Wuo, Amundson, Harbicht and Segal
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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2006 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE: THE 2007 CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE• THE 2007 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE; THE 2007
CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE: THE 2007 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING
11 OF ARTICLE VII AND AMENDING SECTION 8760 OF ARTICLE VIII
CONCERNING SECURITY BARS.
Recommended Action: Adopt
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c. PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF PARK FACILITIES
IMPACT FEES.
Recommended Action: Provide Direction
Roberta White, Director of Recreation and Community Services provided a brief summary
regarding the establishment of Park Facilities Impact Fees. She noted that on November 6,
2007, the Parks and Recreation Plan was adopted and recommends updating the current fees
to provide funding for the improvement and development of park and recreation facilities, which
fees have not been updated since 1963. She noted that the purpose of the park facilities impact
fee is to sustain the current levels of recreation facilities for the community and for new
development.
Marshall Eyerman, Consultant with MuniFinancial provided an overview of the study objectives,
the Mitigation Fee Act, Facilities Standards Approach, Growth Assumptions and Park Facilities
and Fees.
Roberta White, Director of Recreation and Community Services further explained the proposed
new fees and how ihey would be applied.
City Manager Bill Kelly noted that an ordinance authorizing the collection of the proposed park
facilities impact fee will be presented at the December 4, 2007 City Council meeting for
introduction and adoption at the December 18, 2007 meeting with an effective date of 31 days
after adoption and the appropriate resolution setting the park facilities impact fee will also be
presented at the December 4, 2007 meeti~g for consideration. He further clarified that that if a
2,500 square foot home is demolished and replaced with a 5,000 square foot home, all current
fees including current park and recreation fees, the cost would be a little more than $26,000,
however, with the adoption of the proposed new impact fee of $2.85 per square foot, the fees
for a new 5,000 square foot single family home would be just over $33,000. He also added that
at previous study sessions, the City Council discussed various exemptions for fair market rate
senior citizen housing, low income housing, and projects currently in plan check.
In response to an inquiry regarding the proposed impact fees by Council Member Amundson,
Mr. Kelly responded that the amount of the fees can be discussed since the fee resolution wili
not be presented for consideration until the December 18, 2007 City Council meeting.
Mary Rovarino, Executive Vice President of the Arcadia Association of Realtors, appeared and
expressed concern regarding the proposed park facilities impact fee due to the housing market
not doing very well and would like to review the staff report and will share her comments at the
next City Council meeting.
Mayor Segal commented that upon City Attorney advice, the ordinance and resolution will be
presented for City Council consideration at the next meeting therefore the public hearing can be
continued.
A motion was made by Council/Agency Member Chandler seconded by Council/Agency
Member Wuo to continue the public hearing regarding the proposed park facilities impact fees to
the next City Council meeting of December 4, 2007.
It was the consensus of the City Council that staff bring back the appropriate ordinance and fee
resolution regarding the park facilities impact fees to the next City Council meeting for
consideration.
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Mayor Segal encouraged staff to meet with the Board of Realtors to clarify the park facilities
impact fees prior to the next City Council meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None
REPORTS FROM MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND CITY CLERK
Council Member Wuo congratulated Steve Phillipi on his appointment to the Recreation and
Parks Commission; he acknowledged other Recreation and Parks Commissioners present in
the audience; and he noted that he recently was a victim of a home burglary and reminded
everyone to lock doors and be careful especially since the holiday season is here.
Mayor Pro Tem Harbicht announced that he attended the Fire Department retirement dinner for
4 fire fighters and thanked them for their years of service to the City and wished them well; and
he wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.
Council Member Amundson commented that he attended the Fire Department retirement dinner
of Neil Conrad, 28 years, Gary Voss, 24 years, Gary Loken, 29 years and Craig Stogner, 20
years and thanked them for their years of service to the City and the community; he attended a
Veteran's Day celebration at the Senior Center and thanked them for a great event; .he
reminded everyone to participate in toys for toys and operation gratitude for the men and
women serving oversees and noted drop off locations for items for veterans; he noted that the
Police Department is participating in both programs and that items can be dropped off at the
Police Department anytime since they are open 24 hours; he noted that recently he was out of
town on a business trip and visited Gettysburg and the High Water Mark of the Confederacy; he
noted that he visited Captain Bill Lee who is distant relative of General Lee, is being deployed
oversees as part of a special unit and wished him well; he noted that Police Chief Sanderson's
son, who is a Marine, will be home for Thanksgiving; and he wished everyone a Happy
Thanksgiving.
Council Member Chandler commented on the numerous residential burglaries occurring in the
south part of Arcadia and in neighboring communities; he explained that these burglars are
knocking on doors and ringing door bells checking if residents are home and encouraged
residents to be observant and call the police if you see something suspicious.
Mayor Segal announced details of the home decoration awards; he announced that December
8 is the Annual Snow Festival at the Community Center; and announced the White Christmas
sponsored by the School District and Arcadia Thrift and Welfare who will provide food and toys
to about 175 needy families in the City of Arcadia during the week of December 8 and anyone
interested should call Arcadia Thrift and Welfare.
City Clerk James Barrows provided an update on the 54~" Annual Arcadia lnvitational Band
Review and Field show; he noted that a plaque in the memory of Arcadia High Schoof alumni
Adam Roseman, who was in the Arcadia High School Band, and died in Iraq is displayed in the
Band Room; he thanked Chief Sanderson and members of the Police Department, Lt Bob
Anderson, Pat Malloy and his staff and all City departments who made sure the event was a
success; and on behalf of the Festival of Bands Committee he presented City Manager Bill Kelly
with a plaque of appreciation.
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2. CONSENT CALENDAR
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ITEMS:
a. REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 6. 2007.
Recommended Action: Approve
CITY COUNCIL ITEMS:
b. REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 6. 2007.
Recommended Action: Approve
c. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH
d.
STREETIMPROVEMENTS.
Recommended Action: Approve
e.
Recommended Action: Approve
g. ACCEPT ALL WORK PERFORMED BY NOBESTT INC' FOR THE^SUNSET
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Recommended Action: Approve
h.
A motion was made by Council/Agency Member Chandler, seconded by Council(Agency
Member Harbicht and carried on roll call vote to approve items 2.a through 2.h. on the City
Council/Agency Consent Calendars.
AYES: Council/Agency Members Chandler, Harbicht, Amundson, Wuo, and Segal
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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AMOUNT OF $31.060.80.
Recommended Action: Approve
Recommended Action: Introduce
Recommended Action: Approve
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ADJOURNMENT
The City Council/Redevelopment Agency adjourned this meeting at 8:35 p.m. to November 28,
2007, at 8:00 a.m. in the City Council Chamber Conference Room located at 240 W. Huntington
Drive, Arcadia in order to meet with Los Angeles County Supervisor Michael Antonovich.
James H. Barrows, City Clerk
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By:
Lisa Mussenden, Chief Deputy City Clerk
11-20-2007
ORDINANCE NO. 2232
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCTL OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA, CALIFORIVIA, AMENDING ARTICLE III OF Tf~
ARCADIA MCJNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO FIl2E
REGULATIONS AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE TI~ 2007
EDITION OF TI-IE CALIFORNLA FIItE CODE IN TTS ENTIltETY,
INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES BASED ON T'I~ 2006 EDTTION
OF THE INTERNATIONAL FIItE CODE PUBLISHED BY Tf~
INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL
THE CITY COUNCIL aF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DOES ORDAIN
AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Council finds that the amendments to the Califomia Fue
Code herein are supported by Findings of Fact wlrich aze attached as Exlubit "A" and
incorporated as part of this Ordinance.
SECTION 2. Sections 3121, 3121.1, 3122.2, 31223, 3122.9, 3123, 3124, 3124.1,
3124.2 and 3124.3. 3124.4 and 3124.5 of Part 2, Chapter 1 of Ar[icle III of the Arcadia
Municipal Code aze 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 Califomia Fire Code, including all Appendices based on the
2006 Edition of the Intemational Fire Code published by the Intemational Code Council, and the
foregoing shall wnsritute 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. REF'ERENCE.
It shall be sufficient in any prosecution for the violation of any provisions of said
Lnternational 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
Califomia 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 BLJREAU.
Whenever the term "Division Head of the Fire Prevention Bureau" is used it shall mean
the Fire Mazshal of the City of Arcadia Fire Department.
3122.9. F'IRE 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 affumed or modified by
the City Council or by a court of competent jurisdiction, with the tune 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
aii 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 conect or remedy such violations
or defect in a timely manner as specified by the Chief or his authorized representafive.
4. The application of the above penalties shall not be held to prevent the enforced
removal of prohibited conditions.
3124. ' AIVIENDMENTS AND ADDITIONS. ` `
The Califomia Fire Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
31241. AMENDMENT.
Section 903.2 of the California Fue 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:
1. In all new buildings regazdless of the type of conshuction or occupancy.
EXCEPTIONS:
A) Detached Group U occupancies, providing the floor area does not exceed 1000
square feet. '
B) Pool houses, recreation rooms, guest houses and sunilar 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 9033.1.2 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows due to local
climatic, geographical, and topographical conditions:
903.31.Z. 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 gazages shall be sprinklered and shall have a design density of an
Ordinazy Aazard Group 1 occupancy with a design azea of hvo (2) heads. Quick-
response intermediate temperature commercial type heads shall be used for the
garage area.
3124.3. AMENDMENT.
Section 903.3.13 of ttte 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 iwo-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 temperahue commercial type heads shall be
• used for the.gazage azea.
C) Detached private gazages over 1000 squaze feet in total azea shall be
sprinklered and shall have a design density of an Ordinary Hazazd Group 1
occupancy with a design azea of 2 heads. Quick-response intermediate temperature
commercial type heads shall be used for the garage azea.
D) Residential sh-uctures under 5000 square feet in total azea shall be
designed for two (2) heads flowing in the resideririal area. Residential structures "
over 5000 square feet in total azea shall be designed for four (4) heads flowing in
the residential azea.
3124.4. AMENDMENT.
Section 903.6 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows due to local
clirnatic, geographical, and topographic conditions:
903.6. EXISTING BUII.,DINGS. An approved automatic fire sprinkler system sha11
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 area
when enlarged by an addition to the existing structute or as required by the Fire
Chief.
2. In all commercial and industrial buildings equal to or less than S~OQ squaze feet in
azea, when enlazged by an addition to the existing structure, exceeds 5000 squaze
feet or as requ'sed by the Fire Chief.
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3. In aII Group R-1 Occupancies when an addition results in additional guestrooms
or dwelling units.
4. In all Group R-3 Occupancies greater than 2500 square feet in residential area
when enlazged by an addition to the residential area of the existing struchue.
5. In all Group R-3 Occupancies equal to or less than 2500 squaze feet in residential
area; when enlarged by an addition to the residential azea of the existing structure,
exceeds 2500 square feet in residential area.
6. In existing buildings for new occupancies as required by other sec6ons 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 sha11 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 instalIed in the
system. Alarm devices shall he provided on the exterior of the building in an approved location.
Where a fire alann system, is installed, actuation of the automatic fire sprinkler system shall
actuate the building fire alann 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 lII to read as follows:
3124.6. ADDITION.
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Section 3308.2 is added to Chapter 33 of the Califomia Rire Code to read as follows due
to local climatic condirions: ,
° 3308.2 FIREWORKS PROHIBITED. No person shall sell, display for sale,
possess, store, or manufachzre, use, light, fire, dischazge, explode or set off any fireworks, in-
cluding "3afe and Sane" fireworks anywhere within the City, except as allowed by the Fire
Chief.
3124.7. ADDITION [ADNIINISTRATIVE].
Section 105.1.4 is added to the Califomia Fire Codeto read as follows: ._: ;,. .__.. ;:
When the application for a pemut under this section is filed, a non-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.
WII,DLAND-URBAN INTERFACE FTRE AREA
3130. CItEATION.
The City shall designate azeas within the City boundaries that aze at a significant risk
from wildland fires. Such areas shall be designated Wildland-Urban Interface Areas.
3130.1. WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE FII2E AREA BOUNDAIi~S.
The boundary of the Wildland-Urban Interface Area shall constitute all properties in the azeas
north of 5ycamore 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 saxne to be published in the official newspaper of said City within fifteen (15)
days after its adoption.
Passed, approved and adopted tlus day of , 2007.
Mayor of the City of Arcadia
ATTEST:
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORMa
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City Attorney
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Arcadia
Fire
Department
Tony L. Trabbie
Fire Chief
FINDINGS OF FACT
Pursuant to the 2007 Edition of the Califomia 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 are more restrictive in nature than those
sections adopted by the California Building Standards Code.
The amendments to the Califomia Fire Code, 2007 Edition have
been recognized by the City of Arcadia to address the fire
problem(s), concem(s) and future direction(s) by which this City
can° establisli and maintain an environment, wlvch will afford a. ,
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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, wluch singularly or in comhination 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 vegeta6on. 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 harriers for accessibility for fire suppression
forces. Due to the Cit}~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 hazazd, and due to
some older nonconfornung buildings, it is necessary during the
new cons~uction or buiiding renovation to use the City ordinance
to control and minimize conditions hazazdous to life and
property, which may result from fire, hazazdous materials or an
expiosion.
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Arcadia, CA 910o7
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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 majns consist of high-pressur~ lines and low pressure
lines where ttie pressure and flows are adequate in most of the
areas of the city. There are certain azeas in the southern portion of
the City with static pressures of 40 psi., and in the northern portion
as low as 20 psi. This vatiarion 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
climatig geographical, ' and topographical elements, the
requirements established by the City of Arcadia Fire Depariment
within the adopted Ordinance No. 2232 aze 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 notprevent the incidents of fire, it is further noted that with
the unplementation 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 Fue Department submits these Findings of
Fact and request acceptance of these as defined in the California
Fire Code Preface.
Prepared and submitted by: Mazk Krikorian, Fire Mazshal
EXHIBIT °GA"
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Fire Department
DATE: November 6, 2007
TO: Mayor and City Councif
FROM: Tony L. Trabbie, Fire Chief _r~
SUBJECT:
SUMMARY
The Fire Department is proposing amendments to the Arcadia Municipal Code relating
to fire code regulations for the purpose of complying with current state requirements
and, in addition, is proposing some minor changes to current administrative and
technica! standards.
Staff is recommending that the City Council introduce Ordinance No: 2232 to amend the
Arcadia Municipal Code, and schedule a public hearing on November 20, 2007.
BACKGROUND
The City's current Fire Code was last revised in November of 2002 by Ordinance No.
2166.
DISCUSSION
The 2007 California Building Standards Codes (CSBC) were recently adopted by the
State of California and will become effective on January 1, 2008 for local enforcement.
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C:urv5lutKA I IUN OF SAI~ GHANGES
Recommendation: Introduce Ordinance No. 2232 and schedule a
public hearing.
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Although City, staff does not propose any significant technical changes or amendments
to the State codes, section 17958.7 (a) of California's Health and Safety Code requires
the City to make expressed findings that any proposed technical changes to the State
codes by the City are necessary because of local climatic, geologic or topographic
conditions. Because of the State's requirements, staff has reviewed each of the City's
proposed technical code amendments to verify that they meet the intent of the California
Health snd Safety Code. A summary of the Findings of Fact have been prepared and
are attached as Attachment A.
The Fire Department is proposing to adopt the 2007 California Fire Code in its entirety
with no significant changes to the City's pre-existi~g amendments. Staff has made some
rninor changes to the residential sprinkler system design requirements, which will
reduce installation costs for the homeowner. Staff has also changed the residential
sprinkler retrofit requirements to help simplify the reading and intent of the,code.
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F-1. Statf is proposing to make a minor technical addition to the City's existing
fire sprinkler requirements exceptions for new buildings. New pool houses,
recreation rooms, guest houses or similar accessory R-3 type
occupancies shall be exempt from fire sprinkler installation provided all
portions of the building are within 150 feet of a public street for emergency
Fire Department access.
F-2. StafE is proposing to reduce the sprinWer design requirement for private
garages from a 4 head calculation to a 2 head calculation.
F-3. Staff is proposing to require the retrofit of fire sprinklers in existing R-3
residential occupancies when an addition causes the residential area to be
greater than 2,500 square feet or when an addition is made to the
residential area of an existing R-3 residence that is already greater than
2,500 square feet in residential area. in addition, staff.is proposing to
delete an existing retrofit standard for R-3 residences requiring fire
sprinkler installation when an addition, or an addition in combination with a
remodel, affects fifty percent or more of the residential area.
F-4. Staff is proposing to amend the fire alarm standards to allow the Chief to
require additional interior audible devices within a building when
necessary due to the size or configuration of the building.
F-5. Staff is proposing to change the designation of Fire Zone 1 to Wildland -
Urban Interface Fire Area to comply with the construction requirements of
California Building Code Chapter7A.
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FISCAL IMPACT
The adoption of the codes and amendments will have no fiscal impact •on the .
City.
PROCESS OF CODE CHANGES
Adoption and changes to the Fire Code requires a different process under the
law than other types of code adoptions or code changes. For the fire code, the
first step in the process is the introduction and first reading of the ordinance
followed by the scheduling of a future public hearing to adopt the ordinance.
Notice of the future public hearing must be published twice in a newspaper of
general circuratian not less than twenty (2Q) days after the introduction and first
reading of the ordinance. If the City Council approves the adoption of the codes
with changes at the future meeting, the Ordinance will be adopted and become
effective 31 days after the adoption.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The proposed amendmenfs fo the Arcadia Municipal Code will not have a
potential for causing a significant effect on the environment and is, therefore,
categorically exempt from CEQA per sections 15061 (b)(3) and 15378 (b)(2).
RECOMMENDATION -
Staff recommends that the City Council:
1. Introduce Ordinance No. 2232, an Ordinance of the City Council of
the City of Arcadia, California, amending Article III, of the Arcadia
Municipal Code relating to fire regulations and adopting by reference
the 2007 edition of the California Fire Code in its entirety, including
all appendices, based on the 2006 International Fire Code published
by the International Code Council; and
2. Schedule a public hearing on November 20, 2007 for the adoption of
the City's Fire Regulations with amendments.
APPROVED: ~
William R. Kelly, City Manager
Attachment: Findings of Fact - Attachment A
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SAMPLE BUILDING FEES ON A"TYPICAL" NEW SINGLE FAMILY HOME
Sqecifications
• 5,000 Square feet of "livable area"
• Demolished existing home on site of 2,500 square feet of "livable area
Plan Review $3,217.50
Ener Plan Check Fee $990.00
TOTAL PLAN CHECK FEE $4,207.50
Buildin Permit Fee valuation based $4,950.00
Issuance Fee $40.25
Park/Rec Fee $185.00
Seismic Ins ection Fee $63.97
Trans ortation Im act Fee flat $1,576.00
Solid Waste Fee $6.25
TOTAL BUILDING PERMIT FEE wlCurrent Parks Fee $6,821.47
School District Fee $3.03 x 5,000 s.ft. $15,150.00
Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbin Fee $1,000.00
TOTAL FEES AT TIME OF ISSUANCE $26,178.97
New Parks Fee ($2.85 per net new floor area of 2,500
s $7,125.00
TOTAL FEES WITH NEW PARKS FEE $33,303.97
Multi Family Example: New Alta Street Project
Six Units @ 1,400 square feet (averaged)
$3.73 per 1400 square feet =$5,222 per unit (TOTAL FEE OF $31,332).
Senior Housing Example: Huntington Blvd. Senior Project
76 units @ 1,100 square feet (averaged)
$3.73 per 1,100 square feet =$4,103 per unit (TOTAL FEE OF $311,828)
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`"`°$paAATID9-~°°° STAFF REPORT
Development Services Department
DATE: November 20, 2007
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Don Penman, Assistant City ManagedDevelopment Services Director ~
By: Jason Kruckeberg, Community Development Administrator~i,~
Don Stockham, Building Officia~
SUBJECT:
Recommendation: Adopt Ordinance No. 2233.
SUMMARY
On November 6, 2007, the City Council introduced Ordinance No. 2233 and
scheduled a public hearing for November 20, 2007 relating to building code
regulations for the purpose of complying with current state requirements and, in
addition, proposed to eliminate unnecessary code sections and make changes to
current administrative and technical standards.
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DISCUSSION
The 2007 California Building Standards Codes (CBSC) were recently adopted by
the State of California and will become effective on January 1, 2008 for local
enforcement.
Although City staff does not propose any significant technical changes or
amendments to the state codes, Section 17958 of California's Health and Safety
Code requires the City to make expressed findings that current and proposed
technical changes to the state codes by the City are reasonably necessary
because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions. Because of the
state's requirements, staff reviewed each of the City's existing and proposed
technical code amendments to verify that they meet the intent of the State's
Health and Safety Code.
In addition to the changes discussed iq the summary above, the following
summarizes the significant administrative and technical code modifications
proposed by staff:
2007 California Buildinq Code
1. Building Code Section 202 - Due to Fire Authority logistical
limitations and local high winds, the requirement of the high rise
buildings is amended to apply to buildings over 55 feet high instead
of over 75 feet high. This provision already exists in the AMC
Section 8130.14.
2. Building Code Section 403.10.2 and 403.11.1 - Due to Fire
Authority logistical limitations and local high winds, the requirement
of high-rise buildings for standby and emergency power loads are
revised to place smokeproof enclosures in the emergency power
category.
3. Building Code Section 412.5.1 - Due to Fire Authority logistical
limitation, the Fire Code requirement for an emergency helicopter
landing facility on high-rises is added into the Building Code to
coordinate enforcement.
4. Building Code Section 1505 - Due to serious hazard of rapid fire
spread in local high winds, the use of untreated wood roofs and
minimally protective roof assemblies and coverings permitted by
the Model Code are prohibited for new buildings and reroofing of
existing buildings. These changes are in response to a recent
Grand Jury Investigation Report.
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5. Building Code Section 1613.7 - The 2007 CBC based on the 2006
IBC and ASCE 7-05 does not provide requirements for separation
distances between adjacent buildings to allow for, independent
building.. displacement due to earthquake ground motions.
Requirements for seismic separation distances between adjacent
buildings and structures have been included in previous editions of
the CBC and IBC. However, these requirements were omitted in
the 2006 IBC and in ASCE 7-05, including in Section 12.12.3 of
ASCE 7-05 Supplemenf No.1 In addition, ASCE 7-05 defines (~x)
in Section 12.8.6 to refer to the deflection of Level x at the center of
mass. The actual displacement that should be used for building
separation is the displacement at critical locations considering both
the translational and torsional displacements. These values can be
significantly different.
6. Building Code Section 1614- The minimum base shear required by
the 2007 CBC is specified in ASCE 7-05 as referenced in the 2006
IBC. The minimum seismic base shear specified in ASCE 7-05 is
significantly less than that required by previous editions of the CBC
and ASCE 7. For tall buildings, recent research suggests that this
may result in decreasing seismic safety with increasing building
height. The minimum seismic response coefficient required by
ASCE 7-05 is 0.01, which represents 1% of the weight of the
structure and is several times lower than current requirements.
Both the Divisions of the 5tate Architect and the Office of Statewide
Health Planning and Development amended the minimum seismic
base shear to a higher level in the 2007 CBC. This code change
will afford the same level of protection in structural design for new
high rise buildings in Arcadia as the State buildings.
7. Building Code Section 1614A.1.8- The Importance Factor, 1,
appears to have been inadvertently dropped from equation 12.8-16
by while transcribing it from NEHRP Recommended Provisions
(2003) equation 5.2-16. For buildings with importance factor, 1,
higher that 1.0, stability coefficient should include the importance
factor. OSHPD and DSA adopted this provision for the 2007 CBC.
8. Building Code Section 1614A.1.12- The Califomia Building Code
has insufficient information in the ASTM standards referenced in
ASCE 7 regarding prescriptive design requirements for ceiling
suspension systems for seismic loads.
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9. Building Code Sections 1908.17, 1908.17.1 and 1908.17.2- The
2007 CBC provision for concrete are specified in ACI 318-05 as
referenced by the 2006 IBC. The ACI 318-05 provisions for
alternate slender walt design commonly used for tilt-up concrete
walls significantly under-estimates service load deflection for some
cases. The proposed code amendment is included in ACI 318-08
and is consisten4 with current practice in California based on
previous UBC provisions that better estimate service load
deflection.
10. Electrical Code Article (312.2(B) & 310.16) - This amendment is
considered necessary due to the fact that improper installation
creates a potential fire hazard and aluminum wire size No. 6 and
smaller requires greater precision and care for proper installation.
Also, upon further review of the Code, staff is proposing that Chapter 8, Part 3 of
Article VIII regarding Underground Utility Districts be relocated into a new
Chapter 11 in Article VII where it would be more appropriately categorized.
Regarding the amendment to Section 8760 of Article VII regarding Security Bars,
the reference to Section 8130.2.5 is changed to 8130.3 because of the
renumbering of the 2007 California Building Code.
FISCAL IMPACT
The adoption of the codes and amendments will have no fiscal impact on the
City.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The proposed amendments to the Arcadia Municipal Code will not have a
potential for causing a significant effect on the environment and is, therefore,
categorically exempt from CEQA per Sections 15061 (b)(3) and 15378(b)(2).
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council conduct a public hearing and adopt Ordinance No. 2233,
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Arcadia, California, amending
Article VIII of the Arcadia Municipal Code relating to Building Regulations and
adopting by reference the 2007 Editions of the California Building Code, Volumes
1 and 2, including State of California amendments applicable to local jurisdictions
and further adopting by reference inciuding amendments, the 2007 Calffomia
Plumbing Code, 2007 California Electrical Code, 2007 Mechanical Code and the
2007 California existing Building Code and further amending the Arcadia
Municipal Code by relocating Chapter 8, Part 3 of Article VIII relating to
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Underground Utility Districts to a new Chapter 11 of Article VII and amending
Section 8760 of Article VIII conceming Security Bars.
CONCUR:
W illi~K~~~
City Manager
Attachment: Ordinance No. 2233
ORDINANCE NO. 2233
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ARTICLE . VIII OF THE
ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO BUILDING
REGULATIONS AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2007
EDTTIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
(CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 24); INCLUDING
THE 2007 CALIFORNIA BUII.,DING CODE, INCLUDING
APPENDIX CHAPTER 1, APPPENDIX I AND APPENDIX J BASED
ON THE 2006 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE; THE 2007
CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE; THE 2007 CALIFORNIA
MECHANICAL CODE; THE 2007 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE;
THE 2007 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE; TOGETHER
WITH CERTAIN ADDITIONS, INSERTIONS, DELETIONS AND
CHANGES THERETO; AND FURTHER AMENDING THE
ARCADIA MLJNICIPAL CODE BY RELOCATING CHAPTER 8,
PART 3 OF ARTICLE VIII RELATING TO UNDERGROUND
UTILITY DISTRICTS TO A NEW CHAPTER 11 OF ARTICLE VII;
AND AMENDING SECTION 8760 OF ARTICLE VIII CONCERNING
SECURITY BARS
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. Section 8020.2 of Chapter 0, Part 2 of Article VIII of the
Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
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8020.2. BUILDING OFFICIAL. For purposes of this Code and the
International Building Code, the term `Building Official" means the individual
invested with the responsibility for over-seeing local Code enforcement activities,
including administration of the Development Services DeparhnentBuilding Division
functions, interpretation of Code requirements and direction of the Code adoption
process. This shall mean the Building Official. All other previous inconsistent
designations are repealed. The designation may be changed by resolution of the City
Council and sha11 be made consistent with legally mandated certification, training and
education requirements.
SECTION 3. Chapter 1, Part 1 of Article VIII of the Arcadia Municipal
Code is hereby repealed in its entirety and a new Chapter 1, Article VIII is hereby
added in place thereof to read as follows:
CHAPTER 1
BUILDING CODE
PART1
ADOPTION
8110. ADOPTION. Subject to certain changes and amendments as
hereinafter set forth in this Part, the City Council adopts as the buildingregularions for
the City the 2007 Edition of the California Building Standards Code (Califomia Code
of Regulations; Title 24); including the 2007 California Building Code, including
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Appendix Chapter 1, Appendix I and Appendix J and Chapter 7A based on the 2006
International Building Code. The Code shall govern, regulate and control all of the
activities therein referenced to and the same is made a part of this Chapter as though
set forth in this Chapter in full.
One (1) copy of said Code is on file in the office of the City Clerk for use and
examinarion by the public.
PART 2
PURPOSE
8120. PURPOSE
The purpose of this code is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life or
limb, health, property and public welfare by regulating and controlling the design,
construction, quality of materials, use and occupancy, location and maintenance of all
buildings and siructures within the City of Arcadia and certain equipment specifically
regulated herein.
PART 3
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS AND
AMENDMENTS
8130. AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS
The 2007 California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
8130.1. ADDITION [ADNIINISTRATIVE].
Appendix Chapter 1, Secrion 115.6 is added to Volume 2, Chapter 1 of said
2007 California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
115.6. Attractive Nuisance. Attractive nuisances (those objects which, by
their nature, may attract children or other curious individuals) including, but not
limited to, unprotected and hazardous ponds, pools or excavarions and buildings or
structures undergoing demolition, repair, rehabilitation or construcrion shall be fenced
or otherwise secured when required by the Building Official.
8130Z. AMENDMENT [ADMINISTRATIVE].
Appendix Ghapter 1, Secrion 112.3 in Appendix Chapter 1, Volume 1 of the
2007 California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
112.3. General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or
determinations made by the Building Official or the Fire Chief relarive to the
application and interpretation of the City's Building and Fire codes, the Planning
Commission shall act as the Arcadia Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals. The
Planning Commission shall not consider an appeal unril the Building Official or the
Fire Chief has rendered a decision in writing. An appeal shall be filed with the City
within 30 days from the date of his or her written decision; in addirion, an appeals fee
shall be paid to the City in an amount established by City Council Resolution. The
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appeal shall be in writing and shall clearly set forth the order, decision or deternunation
being appealed. A hearing shall be scheduled before the Planning Commission as soon
as practicable from the date of receipt of the appeal. The Building Official or the Fire
chief, as applicable, shall prepare a written report for the Planning Commission. The
decision of the Planning Commission shall be final unless appealed to the City
Council. The appeal to the City Council shall be in writing and shall be filed with the
City within five (5) working days from the date of the Planning Commission's
decision; in addition, an appeals fee shall be paid to the City in an amount established
by City Council Resolurion. A hearing shall be scheduled before the City Council as
soon as practicable from the date of the receipt of the written appeal. The Building
Official or the Fire Chief, as applicable, shall prepare a written report for the City
Council. The decision of the City Council shall be final.
8130.21 AMENDMENT [ADMINISTRATIVE].
California Chapter 1, Section 108.8 Volume 1 of the 2007 Califomia Building
Code is amended to read as follows:
108.8. Appeals Board. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders,
decisions or determinations made by the Building Official or the Fire Chief relative to
the application and interpretation of the City's Building and Fire codes, the Planning
Commission sha11 act as the Arcadia Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals. The
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Planning Commission shall not consider an appeal until the Building Official or the
Fire Chief has rendered a decision in wriring. An appeal shall be filed with the City
within 30 days from the date of his or her written decision; in addition, an appeals fee
shal] be paid to the City in an amount established by City Council Resolurion. T'he
appeal shall be in writing and shalI clearly set forth the order, decision or deternunation
being appealed. A hearing shall be scheduled before the Planning Commission as soon
as practicable from the date of receipt of the appeal. The Building Official or the Fire
chief, as applicable, shall prepare a written report for the Planning Commission. The
decision of the Planning Commission shall be final unless appealed to the City
CounciL The appeal to the City Council shall be in writing and shall be filed with the
City within five (5) working days from the date of the Planning Commission's
decision; in addition, an appeals fee shall be paid to the City in an amount established
by City Council Resolution. A hearing shall be scheduled before the City Council as
soon as practicable from the date of the receipt of the written appeal. The Building
Official or the Fire Chief, as applicable, shall prepaze a written report for the City
Council. The decision of the City Council shall be final.
81303. AMENDMENT (ADMINISTRATIVE].
Appendix Chapter 1, Sectian 105.1 in Chapter 1 of the 2007 California Building
Code is amended to read as follows:
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105.1. Permits Required. Except as specified in Secrion 105.2, no building
or structure regulated by this code shall be erected, constructed,,enlarged, altered
repaired, moved, improved, removed, installed, converted or demolished and security
bars, gates, panels, grates or similar devices shall not be erected, installed, constructed
or maintained on any window, door or other opening on any building or structure
unless a separate pernvt for each building or structure has first been obtained from the
Building Official.
8130.4. AMENDMENT [ADMINISTRATIVE].
Appendix Chapter 1, Section 105.2, item number 1 in Chapter 1 of the 2007
Califomia Building Code is amended to read as follows:
1. One-story detached accessory buildings used as tool and storage sheds,
playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed
120 square feet and the highest point of the roof does not exceed 8 feet, 6
inches above adjacent grade.
8130.5. AMENDMENT.
Appendix Chapter 1, Secrion 1053.2 in Chapter 1 of the 2007 California
Building Code is amended to read as follows:
"Appendix Chapter 1, Section 105.3.2. Expiration. Everypernutissued
by the Building Official under the provisions of this code shall expire by
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limitation and become null and void if the building or work authorized by
such permit is not commenced within 180 days from the date of such permit,
or if the building or work authorized by such pernut is suspended or
abandoned at any time after the work is commenced or no progressive work
has been verified by a City building inspecrion for a period of 180 days.
Before such work can be recommenced, a new permit sha11 be first obtained
to do so, and the fee therefore shali be one half the amount required for a
new pernut for such work, provided no changes have been made or will be
made in the original plans and specifications for such work, and provided
further that such suspension or abandonment has not exceeded one year. In
order to renew an expired permit after one (1) year, the permittee sha11 pay a
new pernut fee.
Any pernuttee holding an unexpired permit may apply for an extension of
time within which work may commence under that permit when the
permittee is unable to commence work within the time required by this
section for good and satisfactory reasons. The Building Official may extend
the time for action by the pernuttee for a period not exceeding 180 days on
written request by the pernuttee showing that circumstances beyond the
control of the pernuttee have prevented action from being taken. The
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Building Official may deny or condirionally approve the extension of an
unexpired permit if pro~erty maintenance or other municipal code violarions
exist at the site. No pernvt shall be extended more than once.
8130.6. AMENDMENT [ADMINISTRATIVE].
Appendix Chapter 1, Section 108.1 in Chapter 1 of the 2007 California Building
Code is amended to read as follows:
108.1 General. Fees sha11 be assessed in accordance with the fee schedule set
forth by resolution of the City Council.
8130.7. ADDITION [ADNIINISTRATIVE].
Chapter 2, Section 202 of the 2007 California Building Code is hereby amended
by adding the following definirions to read as follows:
ffiGH-RISE STRUCTURE means every building of any type of construction
or occupancy having floors used for human occupancy located more than 55 feet
(16764 mm) above the lowest floor level having building access. (See Section
413.1.2), except buildings used as hospitals as defined in Health & Safety Code
Secrion 1250.
REBUILD, as applied to an exisring building, is where more than fiftv percent
50% of the exterior walls of a building are removed, repaired or altered, excluding
the interior wall coverings. Existing buildings that are classified as a rebuild shall
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comply with all current City zoning, building and fire regulations and pay building
pernut fees for a new structure.
REMODEL, is an alterarion to an existing building where not more than fiftv
percent (50%) of the exterior walls of a buiiding are removed, repaired or altered,
excluding the interior finish wall coverings.
8130.8. ADDITION [ADMINISTRATIVE].
Section 403.10.2 of the 2007 California Building Code is amended by adding a
new section to read as follows:
403.10.2. Standby Power Loads. The following are classified as standby
power loads:
1. Power and lighring for the fire corrui~and center required by Section 403.8;
2. Electrically powered fire pumps.
Standby power shall be provided for elevators in accordance with Secrions 1007.4
and 3003.
8130.9. ADDITION [ADNIINISTRATIVE].
Section 403.11.1 of the 2007 California Building Code is amended by adding a new
section to read as follows:
403.11.1. Emergency Power Loads. The following are classified as
emergency power loads:
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1. Exit signs and means of egress illuminarion required by Chapter 10;
2. Elevator car lighting;
~ 3. Emergency voice/alarm communicarions systems;
4. Automatic fire detection systems; and
5. Fire alarm systems.
6. Ventilation and automatic fire detection equipment for smoke proof
enclosures.
8130.10. ADDIT'ION [ADMIIVISTRATIVE].
Section 412.5.1 of the 2007 California Building Code is amended by adding a
new section to read as follows:
412.5.1. EMERGENCY HELICOPTER LANDING FACILITY (EHL~.
A landing area on the roof of a high-rise building that is not intended to funcrion
as a helicopter or helistop but is capable of accommodaring fire or medical helicopters
engaged in emergency operarions, in accordance with California Fire Code Secrion 1108.
Federal Aviation Adininistrarion (FAA) approval is not required for an EHLF.
8130.11. AMENDMENT.
Section 903.2 of the 2007 California Building Code is amended to read as
foliows due to local climatic, geographical, and topographical condirions:
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903.2. Where required. Approved automatic exringuishingsystems shall
be installed:
1. 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) Pool 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.
8130.12. AMENDMENT.
Section 903.3.1.2 of the 2007 California Building Code is amended to read as
follows due to local climaric, geographical, and topographical condirions:
903.3.1.2. NFPA 13R SPRINKI,ER SYSTEMS. Where allowed in buildings
of Group R, up to and including buildings four stori~s in height, automatic sprinkler
systems shall be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13R with the
following additions:
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A) Attics sha11 be fully sprinklered with quick-response intermediate
temperature heads.
B) Private garages shall be sprinklered and sha11 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.
8130.13. AMENDMENT.
Section 903.3.1.3 of the 2007 California Building Code is amended to read as
follows due to local climatic, geographical, and topographical conditions:
903.31.3. NFPA 13D SPRINKLER SYSTEMS. Where allowed,
automatic sprinkler systems instalied 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 sha11 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 gazage area.
C) Detached private garages over 1000 square feet in total area shall be
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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 structures under 5000 square feet in total area shall be
designed for two (2) heads flowing in the residential area. Residential
shuctures over 5000 square feet in total area shall be designed for four (4)
heads flowing in the residential area.
8130.14. AMENDMENT.
Section 903.6 of the 2007 California Building Code is amended to read as
follows due to local climatic, geographical, and topographic conditions:
903.6. EXISTING BUILDINGS. An approved automaric fire sprinkler system
shall be installed in existing buildings, including any additions thereto, in the occupan-
cies and buildings ~ set forth in this saction.
1. In all commercial and industrial buildings greater than 5000 square feet in
area when enlarged by an addition to the exisring structure or as required
by the Fire Chief.
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2. In all commercial and industrial buildings equal to or less than 5000
square feet in area, when enlarged by an addition to the exisring structure,
exceeds 5000 square feet or as required by the Fire Chief.
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 square 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 square feet in residential area.
6. In existing buildings for new occupancies as required by other secrions of
the Fire Code.
8130.15. AMENDMENT.
Section 903.4.2 of the 2007 California Building Code is amended to read as
follows due to local topographical conditions:
903.4.2. ALARMS. Approved audible devices shall be connected to every
automatic sprinkler system. Such sprinkler water-flow alann devices shall be activated
by water flow equivalent to the flow of a single sprinkler of the smallest orifice size
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installed in the system. Alann 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.
8130.16. AMENDMENT
Volume 1, Chapter 12, Section 1207.7 of the 2007 California Building Code is
amended to read as follows due to local topographical conditions:
1207.7. Airborne Sound Insulation. All such acoustically rated separaring
wall and floor-ceiling assemblies sha11 provide airborne sound insulation equal to that
required to meet a sound transmission class (STC) rating of 58 based on laboratory
tests as defined in ASTM E 90 and E 413. Field-tested assemblies shall meet a noise
isolation class (rIIC) rating of 53 for occupied units and a normalized noise isolation
class (NNIC) rating of 53 for unoccupied units as defined in ASTM Standards E 336
and E 413.
EXCEPTION: Group R-1 hotel and motel occupancies shall be pennitted
to meet a minimum sound transmission class (STC) of 52, a noise
isolation class (T1IC) of 47, or a normalized noise isolation class (NNIC) of
47, as applicable.
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ASTM E 597 may be used as a simplified procedure for field tests of the
airborne sound isolation between rooms in unoccupied buildings. In such
tests, the minimum value of Dn is 53 db for rrnzltiple family dwelling units
and 47db for hotel and motel occupancies for compliance.
Entrance doors from interior corridors together with their perimeter seals
sha11 have STC ratings not less than 30. Such tested doors shall operate
normally with commercially available seals. Solid-core wood slab doors 1
3/8 inches thick minimum or 18 gage insulaYed steel slab doors with
compression seals all around, including the threshold, may be considered
adequate without oth~ substantiating information.
Field test of corridor walls should not include segments with doors. If such
test is impractical, however, the NIC or NMC raring for composite wall-door
assembly shall not be less than 30.
Penetrations or openings for construction assemblies for piping, electrical
devices, recessed cabinets, bathtubs, soffits or hearing venrilaring or e~aust
ducts shall be sealed, lined, insulated or otherwise treated to maintain the
required ratings.
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8130.17 AMENDMENT
Volume l, Chapter 12, Secrion 1207.8 of the 2007 California Building Code is
amended to read as follows due to local topographical condirions:
1207.8. Impact Sound Insulation. All acousrically rated separaring
floor-ceiling assemblies shall provide impact sound insulation equal to that
required to meet an impact insulation class (IIC) rating of 58 based on
laboratory tests as defined in ASTM E 492 and E 989. Field-tested
assemblies shall meet a field impact insulation class (FIIC) rating of 53 for
both occupied and unoccupied units as defined in ASTM E 1007 and E 989,
with the exception that the measured impact sound pressure levels shall not
be normalized to a standazd amount of absorprion in the receiving room.
EXCEPTION: Group R-1 hotel and motel occupancies sha11 be permitted
to meet a minimum impact insulation class (IIC) rating of 52 or a field
impact insulation class (FIIC) rating of 47, as applicable. Floor coverings
may be included in the assembly to obtain the required ratings. These
coverings must be retained as a permauent part of the assembly and may only
be replaced by other floor coverings that provide the required impact sound
insulation.
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8130.18 AIVIENDMENT
Volume 1, Chapter 15, Section 1505 of the 2007 California Building Code is
amended to read as follows due to climaric and topographical conditions:
SECTION 1505 - ROOFING REQUIREMENTS
The roof covering on any structure regulated by this code shall have a
minimum class A rating in the Wildland Interface Fire Area Boundaries and
a class A or B rating in all other areas outside the Wildland Interface Fue
Area Boundaries of the City. Pressure treated or untreated wood shakes and
wood shingles shall not be installed on any building or structure located in
the Wildland Interface Fire Area Boundaries.
8130.19. AMENDMENT
Volume 1, Chapter 15, Section 1505.1 of the 2007 California Building Code is
amend~d to read as follows due to climatic and topographical conditions:
1505.1. Roof Coverings for Additions within the Wildland Interface
Fire Area Boundaries. The roof covering on any addition made to an
exisring building or structure located within the Wildland Interface Fire Area
Boundaries shall comply with Section 1505.1. The roof covering of an
existing building or structure located in said zone shall be made to comply
with Section 1505.1 when the cumulative roof area of the addition along
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with any alteration, replacement, repair or reroof made during the previous
12 months to the existing roof is 25 percent or more of the original roof area.
1505.3.1 Roof Coverings for AddiNons Outside the Wildland Interface
Fire Area Boundaries. The roof covering requirements for addirions made
to existing buildings or structures located outside the Wildland Interface Fire
Area Boundaries shall comply with the following, as applicable:
1. 25% or Less. The roof covering of an addition made to an existing
structure or building may match the existing roof covering on the
structure or building being added to providing the cumulative roof
area of the addition along with any alteration, replacement, repair, or
reroof made during the previous 12 months to the existing roof is 25
percent or less of the original roof area.
2. Over 25% But Less than 50%. The roof covering of an addition
made to an existing structure or building shall comply with Section
1505. The roof covering of the existing structure or building being
added to may be left in place providing the cumularive roof area of the
addition along with any alterarion, replacement, repair or reroof made
during the previous 12 months to the existing roof is over 25 percent
but less than 50 percent of the original roof area.
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3. 50% or More. The roof covering of an addition made to an existing
structure or building shall comply with Section 1505. The roof
covering of the existing structure or building being added to shall be
made to comply with Section 1505 when the cumulative roof area of
the addition along with any alteration, replacement, repair, or reroof
made during the previous 12 months to the exisring roof is 50 percent
or more of the original roof area.
8130.20. AMENDMENT.
Section 1510 is added to Volume 1, Chapter 15 of the 2007 California Building
Code is to read as follows due to local climatic and topographical conditions:
1503.4 Reroofing. All reroofing shall comply with Chapter 15 of this Code, as
amended by the City of Arcadia.
8130.21. AMENDMENT
Table 1505.1 in Chapter 15 of Volume 1 of the 2007 California Building Code is
amended to read as follows due to local climatic conditions:
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TABLE 1505.1
MINIMUM ROOF COVERING CLASSIFICATIONS
TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION
IA IB IIA IIB IIIA IIIB IV VA VB
B B B B B B B B B
8130.22. AMENDMENT
Volume 1, Chapter 15, Section 1510 in the 2007 California Building Code is
amended to read as follows due to local climatic conditions:
SECTION 1510 - REROOFING REQUIREMENTS
1510.1 General. All reroofing shall conform to the applicable provisions of
Chapter 15 of this Code and as otherwise required in this Chapter.
Roofing materials and methods of applicarion shall comply with the Building
Code standards or sha11 follow manufacturer's installarion requirements
when approved by the Building Official.
Roof coverings installed on existing buildings or structures shall require the
submission of design calculations and plans prepared by an engineer or
architect licensed by the State of California when the total installed weight of
the finish roof covering material above the wood structural panels and
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underlayment is equal to or exceeds 6 pound per square foot. The design
calculations sha11 demonstrate that the entire building or structure is adequate
to support the vertical forces imposed by the new roofing.
Reroofs in the Wildland Interface Fire Area Boundaries. All reroofing
in Wildland Interface Fire Area Boundaries of the City shall comply with
Section 1505. The entire roof covering of an existing building or structure
located in said zone sha11 be made to comply with Secrion 1505 when the
cumularive roof area of any addition, alterarion, replacement, repair, or
reroof made during the previous 12 months to the existingroof is 25 percent
or more of the original roof area.
Reroofs in areas outside the Wildland Interface Fire Area Boundaries.
All reroofing in areas outside the Wildland Interface Fire Area Boundaries of
the City shall comply with the following, as applicable:
1. 25% Or Less. Up to 25 percent of an existing structure or building
may be reroofed with a roof covering that matches the existing,
providing the cumulative roof area of any addition, alterarion,
replacement, repair, or reroof made during the previous 12 months to
the existing roof does not exceed 25% of the original roof area.
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2. Over 25% But Less Than 50%. The roof covering of the area being
reroofed shall comply with Section 1505. The roof covering of the
existing structure or building being reroofed may be left in place
providing the cumulative roof area of any addition, alteration,
replacement, repair or reroof made during the previous 12 months to
the existing roof is over 25 percent but less than 50 percent of the
original roof area.
3. 50% Or More. An existing building or structure shall be completely
reroofed with a roof covering complying with Section 1505 when the
cumularive roof area of any addirion, alteration, replacement, repair,
or reroof made during the previous 12 rr~nths to the existing roof is
50 percent or more of the original roof area.
8130.21.5. AMENDMENT
Section 1008.1.3.5 of Chapter 10 of the 2007 California Building Code is hereby
amended to read as follows:
The use of security bars, panels, sliding metal grates, or other similar security
devices is prohibited on the exterior of any building openings of all structures in
commercial or indusMal zones of the City. Subject to obtaining a permit pursuant to
California Building Code, Section 1051(AMC Section 81303) and compliance with
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design review requirements pursuant to Arcadia Municipal Code Sections 9295 et seq.
as a prerequisite to the granting of any such pernut, security bars, panels, gates, metal
grates, or other similaz security devices may be installed, in compliance with applicable
Building Code requirements, on the interior of a commercial or industrial structure
provided that the entire building is equipped with an automaric fire sprinkler system,
which has been installed under a permit from the Building Division and inspected
pursuant thereto for compliance with the approved plans.
8130.23. AMENDMENT
Section 1613.7 is added to Chapter 16 of the 2007 California Building Code to
read as follows due to local geographical conditions:
1613.7 Minimum Distance for Building Separation. All structures shall be separated from
adjoining structures. Sepazations shall allow for the maximum inelastic response
displacement (CM). L~M shall be determined at critical locations with consideration forboth
translational and torsional displacements of the struchue as follows:
Cd~max .
~M - I
(Equation 16-45)
where ~,,,ex is the calculated maximum displacement at Level x, and may be taken as 1.2
times the average of the displacement at the exireme points of the structure at leve] x.
Adjacent buildings on the same property shall be sepazated by at least a distance ^ MT, where
~ MT - V `~ M1 ~ ? + ~ ~ M2 ~ 2 (Equation 16-46)
and ^Ml and ^MZ aze the maacimum inelastic response displacements of the adjacent
buildings.
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Where a struchue adjoins a property line not common to a public way, the structure shall also
be set back from the property line by at least the displacement, ~M, of that strucriue.
Exception: Smaller separations or property line setbacks shall be permitted when justified by
rational analyses.
References:
1. IBC 2000 Section 1620.3.6, Building Sepazations;lBC 2003 Section 1620.4.5, Building
Separations;
2. "Recommended Latera] Force Requirements and Commentary, - Section C108.2.11,
Building Sepazations," Structural Engineers Association of California, Sacramento, CA,
1999 Edition;
3. CBC 2002 (UBC 1997) Section 1630.9.2, Detemunation of ^M; Section 1630.10.1,
General; and Section 1633.2.11, Building Separations.
4. Los Angeles Regional Uni£orm Code Program item 16-O1.
Section 1614, 1614.1, 1614.1.1- Adopt the minimum seismic base sheaz provisions of
ASCE 7-02 in place of the ASCE 7-OS provisions by adding Sections 1614, 1614.1 and 1614.1.1
to Chapter 16 of the 2007 CBC to read as follows:
Sectron 1614
Modi~cations to ASCE 7
1614.1 GeneraL The te.rt ofASCE 7 shall be modified as indicated in this Section.
1614.1.1 ASCE 7. Section 12.8.1.1. Modifv ASCE 7 Section 12.8.1.1 bv amendinQ Equation
12.8-5 as follows:
cs=e:e~-o.oaasoSl ~Eq. i2.s-s~
Section 1614A.1.8 is hereby added by adopting Section 1614A.1.8 modifying ASCE 7
Equation 12.8-16 as adopted by 03HPD and DSA and as already provided in Chapter 16-A of the
C.B.C.
Section 1614A.1.12 is hereby added by adopting Section 1614A.1.12 modifying ASCE 7
Section 13.5.6.2 to add seismic design requirements for suspended ceilings as adopted by DSA and
as already provided in Chapter 16-A of the CBC.
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8130.23.1. AMENDMENT.
Sections 1908.17 is added to Chapter 19 of the 2007 California Building
Code to read as follows due to local geographical conditions:
1908.1.17. ACI 318, Equation (14-'n of Section 14.8.3 aud 14.8.4. Modify ACI
318, Sections 14.83 and 14.8.4 as follows:
8130.23.2. AMENDMENT.
Section 1908.17. I is added to Chapter 19 of the 2007 Califomia Building Code
to read as follows due to geographical conditions:
1908.1.17.1 Modify equation (14-7) of ACI 318 Section 14.8.3 to read as
follows:
I~ shall be calculated by Equation (14-7), and Ma shall be obtained by iteration of deflections.
~
I"=E'(A~+P" Zd ~d-c~Z+~3 (14-7)
~ fy
and the value ESB~ shall not be taken less than 6.
8130.23.3. AMENDMENT.
Section 1908.17.1 is added to Chapter 19 of the 2007 California Building Code
to read as follows due to local geographical condirions:
1908.1.17.2. Modify ACI 318 Sec, 14.8.4 to read as follows:
14.8.4 - Maximum out-of-plane deflection, ^s, due to service loads, including P^ effects, shall not
exceed l~/150.
If Ma, maximum moment at mid-height of wall due to service lateral and eccenh-ic loads, including
PO effects, exceed (Z/3)M~, Os shall be calculated by Equation (14-8):
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z /
0 - 20 +Ma 3Mcr I~ -2~
r 3 cr M_ z M \ n j c~~ ~14-8~
n j cr
If Ma does not exceed (Z/3)M~, ~s shall be calculated by Equation (14-9):
rMQ
Os = I1 M ~~. ~14-9)
\ cr
where:
z
SMcr~c
~" 48E~Ig
Q _ SM~l~
" 48 E~I~r
8130.24. AMENDMENT [ADMINISTRATIVE].
Volume 1, Appendix J, Section J110 of the 2007 California Building Code is
amended to read as follows:
Jll0.1 Slope Maintenance. All required slope plantings shall be
maintained and properly watered. All deteriorated, damaged, or missing
planting shall be replaced with an approved planring material.
No person shall allow any irrigation system or other watering device to cause
soil erosion or saturate the soil so as to cause slope failure.
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8130.25 ADDITION [AllMINISTRATIVE]
Chapter 35 is added to Volume 1 of the 2007 California Building Code to read
as follows:
CHAPTER 35
MULTIPLE FAMILY CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
SECTION 3501 - Mi1I.TIPLE FAMILY DEFINED
A mulriple family building shall be defined as one or more dwelling units
located on any property in the City except the R-O, R-1 or the R-M zoned
areas.
35011 Application. Except where a more resirictive requirement in the
California Building Code, State Law or City Ordinance is applicable, each
provision of this Chapter shall apply to each multiple family building as
defined herein.
SECTION 3502- NOISE REDUCTION STANDARDS
3502.1 General. Attached multiple family dwelling units shall meet the
sound transmission control standards specified in Appendix Chapter 12 of
the Building Code and this Section.
3502.2 Pacldng of Voids. All voids surrounding water, drainage, and vent
piping shall be packed with rock wool or equivalent approved sound
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deadening material, and all water, drainage, and vent piping shall be wrapped
with an approved material at all points of contact with wood or steel framing
members and strap hangers. Plumbing walls shall be a minimum of 2 inch by
6-inch construction.
3502.3 Plans. All required 2 inch by 6-inch plumbing walls shall be clearly
idenrified on the building plans.
3502.4 Mechanical Equipment. All mechanical equipment shall be
installed so as to reduce sound transmission to a minimum.
3502.5 Separation of Facilities. Electrical, plumbing and mechanical
equipment or systems serving one dwelling unit shall not serve other
dwellings units, nor shall such equipment or systems be located within
another dwelling unit. Recessed wall fixtures, such as medicine cabinets or
electrical, telephone, television and intercom outlets, sha11 not be located
back-to-back or in the same wall cavity.
3502.6 Location of Plumbing and Ducts. Water, drainage, and vent
piping and heating and air conditioning ductwork shall not be located within
any wall or floor-ceiling sound assembly.
SECTION 3503- CONIFORT COOLING SYSTEM
A comfort cooling system shall be provided for each multiple family
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dwelling unit. The comfort cooling system shall be capable of maintaining a
temperature of 78 degrees Fahrenheit three feet above the floor throughout
the conditionad space of the building. Water evaporarive cooling systems or
individual window or wall-mounted units shall not be used to meet the
requirements of this Section. The location of the comfort cooling system
shall be shown on the building plans.
SECTION 3504 - ILLUMINATION
3504.1 Illumination. Public spaces of multiple family buildings including
all stairs, ramps, driveways, walkways, comdors and parking areas shall be
illuminated with automatic lighting capable of maintaining an intensity of
one (1) foot-candle of light at ground level.
SECTION 3505- EXTERIOR REQUIREMENTS
3505.1 Underground Utilities. All utility conductors, cables, conduits and
wiring supplying electrical, cable and telephone service to a multiple family
building shall be installed underground except risers which are adjacent to
and attached to a building or as otherwise approved the City Council.
3505.2 Conductors, Conduit and Piping. All conductors, cables, wires,
conduit and piping located outside of a building or structure and within the
exterior property lines sha11 be installed underground except risers which are
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adj acent to and attached to a building or structure.
SECTION 3506 - PARKING AND ACCESS AREAS
3506.1 Paving. All p~'king, walkway, and driveway areas shall be paved
with an approved material, such as concrete, asphalt, brick, or pavers.
Paving materials and methods of installation shall be shown on the building
plans.
3506.2 Driveway Ramps
3506.2.1 Grade. Driveway ramps shall not exceed a maximum grade of
twenty percent (20%). A 20 feet transirion area shall be provided at the top
of such ramp, as follows: the upper 10 feet of the transition area shall have a
rnaximum grade of four percent (4%) and the lower 10 foot portion of the
transition area shall have a maximum grade of ten percent (10%). A 15 feet
transirion area with a maacimum grade of ten percent (10%) shall also be
provided at the bottom of such ramp.
SECTION 3507- OPEN PARKING REQUIREMENTS
3507.1 Marking. Open parldng spaces, driving aisles, one-way traffic lanes,
and turning area shall be idenrified by approved painted striping.
3507.2 Barriers. Bump rails, curbs or other approved protecrive barriers
shall be installed where necessary to protect buildings, walls, or fences from
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.
damage by automobiles.
SECTION 3508 - GARAGE AND CARPORT REQUIREMENTS
3508.1 Walls. Where concrete masonry units are used to construct Group
U-1 or S-3 Occupancies, the cells shall be grouted solid to height of four (4)
feet above the floor level.
3508.2 Frame. Group U-1 or S-3 Occupancies of wood frame construcrion
shall ha~e approved protective barriers located so as to protect the finished
wall coverings from damage by automobiles.
3508.3 Concrete Floors. The floor of every covered parking space shall be
paved with cement concrete.
8130.26. ADDITION
Chapter 36 is added to Volume 1 of the 2007 California Building Code to read
as follows due to local climatic conditions:
CHAPTER 36
WILDLAND-UR.BAN INTERFACE FIRE AREA
3601. CREATION. The City shall designate areas within the City
boundaries that are at a significant risk from wildland fires. Such azeas shall be
designated Wildland-Urban Interface Areas.
3601.1. WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE FIRE AREA
BOiJNDARIES. The boundary of the Wildland-Urban Interface Area shall constitute
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,
al] properries in the areas north of Sycamore Avenue and east of Santa Anita Avenue.
3601.1.2. AMENDMENT
Section 701 A.3, Chapter 7A of the 2007 California Building Code is amended to
read as follows due to local climatic and topographical conditions:
701.A3. Additions, Remodels, Repairs or Alterations. Additions,
remodels, repairs or alterarions may be made to any building or structure without
requiring the existing building or structure to comply with all the requirements of this
code, provided the addition, remodel, repair or alteration conforms to that required for
a new building or shucture.
EXCEPTIONS:
1.1. Provisions of this code that specifically apply to existing
conditions are retroacrive.
1.2 The Urban-Wildland Interface Code sha11 not apply to a remodel,
alterarion, addition or repair made to an existing building or
structure, providing the cumularive area of the new work and any '
work completed during the most recent 12 month period does not
exceed 25 percent of the area of the original building or structure.
1.3 The Urban-Wildland Interface Code shall not apply to open trellis
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patios, providing that the vertical supports are a minimum or three
and one half (3 'h") inches by three and one half (3 '/:") inches, the
horizontal supporting members are a minimum of three and one
half (3 '/2") inches by five and one half (5 '/z") inches and the trellis
coverings are three and one-half inches (3 'h") minimum depth by
one and one-half (1 '/2") inches minimum width with a minimum of
six (6") inches clear open space between members.
1.4 Roof coverings shall comply with Chapter 15 of the Building
Code, as amended by the City of Arcadia.
Additions, repairs, remodels or alteration shall not be made to an existing
building or structure that will cause the existing building or structure to be in violation
of any of the provisions of this code nor shall such additions or alterations cause the
existing building or slructure to become unsafe. An unsafe condition shall be deemed
to have been created if an addition or alteration will cause the existing building or
structure to become structurally unsafe or overloaded; will not provide adequate access
in compliance with the provisions of this code ar will obstruct existing exits or access;
will create a fire hazard; will reduce required fire resistance or will otherwise create
conditions dangerous to human life.
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3601.1.2.3. ADDITION [ADMINISTRATNE].
Chapter 7A of the 2007 California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made
by the Building Official or the Fire Chief relative to the application and interpretation
of the City's Building and Fire codes, the Planning Commission shall act as the
Arcadia Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals. The Planning Commission shall
not consider an appeal until the Building Official or the Fire Chief has rendered a
decision in writing. An appeal shall be filed with the City within 30 days from the date
of his or her written decision; in addition, an appeals fee shall be paid to the City in an
amount established by City Council Resolution. The appeal shall be in writing and
sha11 clearly set forth the order, decision or deternunation being appealed. A hearing
sha11 be scheduled before the Planning Commission as soon as practicable from the
date of receipt of the appeal. The Building Official or the Fire chief, as applicable,
shall prepare a written report for the Planning Commission. The decision of the
Planning Commission shall be final unless appealed to the City Council. The appeal to
the City Council shall be in writing and shall be filed with the City within five (5)
working days from the date of the Planning Commission's decision; in addirion, an
appeals fee shall be paid to the City in an amount established by City Council
Resolution. A hearing shall be scheduled before the City Council as soon as
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practicable from the date of the receipt of the written appeal. T'he Building Official or
the Fire Chief, as applicable, shall prepare a written report for the City Council. The
decision of the City Council shall be final.
SECTION 4. Article VI1I, Chapter 2 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby
repealed in its enrirety.
SECTION 5: A new Article VIII, Chapter 2 is hereby added to the Arcadia
Municipal Code to read as follows:
CHAPTER 2
PLUMBING CODE
PART 1
ADOPTION
8210. ADOPTION
Subject to certain changes and amendments as hereinafter set forth in this
chapter, the City Council hereby adopts, by reference, as the plumbing regulations for
the City the California Plumbing Code, 2007 Edirion, with appendices, installarion
standards and State of California amendments applicable to local jurisdicrions,
published and adopted by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical
Officials. The Code shall govern, regulate, and control all of the activities therein
referred to and the same is made a part of this Chapter as though set forth in this
Chapter in full.
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The 2007 Edition of the California Plumbing Code is hereby adopted with no
amendments.
One (1) copy of said Code is on file in the office of the City Clerk for use and
examination by the public.
PART 2
PURPOSE
8220. PURPOSE
The purpose of this Code is to provide minimum standazds to safeguard life or
limb, health, property, and public welfare by regulating and controlling the design,
construction, quality of materials, erection, installation, alteration, repair, location,
relocation, replacement, addition to, use or maintenance of any plumbing system
within the City.
SECTION 6. Article VIII, Chapter 3 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is
hereby repealed in its entirety.
SECTION 7: A new Article VIII, Chapter 3 is hereby added to the Arcadia
Municipal Code to read as follows:
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CHAPTER 3
ELECTRICAL CODE
PART 1
ADOPTION
8310. ADOPTION
The City Council hereby adopts, by reference, as the electrical regulations for
the City the California Electrical Code, 2007 Edition, with appendices, indices, tables,
and State of California amendments applicable to local jurisdictions, pubiished and
adopted by the National Fire Protection Association. The code shall govern, regulate,
and control all of the activities therein refened to and the same is made a part of this
Chapter as though set forth in this chapter in full.
One (1) copy of said Code is on file in the office of the City Clerk for use and
examination by the public.
PART 2
PURPOSE
8320. PURPOSE
The purpose of this Code is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life or
limb, health, property, and public welfare by regulating and controlling the design,
construction, quality of materials, erection, installation, alteration, repair, locarion,
relocation, replacement, addition to, use or maintenance of any electrical system within
the City.
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PART 3
ADDITIONS, DELETES
AND AMENDMENTS
8330. AMENDMENT, ADDITIONS, AND DELETIONS
8330.1. ADDITION.
Article 310.2(B) of the 2007 California Electrical Code is added to read as
follows:
310.2(B) Copper wire shall be used for wiring No. 6 and smaller in all
installations. Consideration for use of aluminum wiring can be made by the Building
Official for feeder lines only on an individual basis where adequate safety measures
can be ensured.
8330.2 ADDITTON.
Article 310.16 of the 2007 California Electrical Code is added to read as
follows:
Article 310.16. Continuous inspaction of aluminum wiring.
Aluminum conductors of No. six (6) or smaller used for branch circuits shall
require continuou's inspection by an independent testing agency approved by the
Building Official for proper torquing of connections at their terminarion point.
SECTION 8. Article VIII, Chapter 4 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is
hereby repealed in its entirety.
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SECTION 9. A new Article VIII, Chapter 4 is hereby added to the Arcadia
Municipal Code to read as follows:
CHAPTER 4
MECHANICAL CODE
PART 1
ADOPTION
8410. ADOPTION
Subject to certain changes and amendments as hereinafter set forth in this
chapter, the City Council hereby adopts, by reference, as the mechanical regulations for
the City the California Mechanical Code, 2007 Edition, with appendixes, installarion
standards and State of California amendments applicable to local jurisdictions,
published and adopted by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical
Officials. The code shall govern, regulate, and control all of the activities therein
referred to and the same is made a part of this Chapter as though set forth in this
Chapter in full.
The 2007 Edition of the California Mechanical Code is hereby adopted with no
amendments.
One (1) copy of said Code is on file in the office of the City Clerk for use and
examination by the public.
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PART 2
PURPOSE
8420. PURPOSE
The purpose of this code is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life or
limb, health, property, and public welfaze by regulating and controlling the design,
construction, quality of materials, location, operation and maintenance or use of
heating, ventilation, cooling, refrigeration systems, incinerators and other
miscellaneous heat producing appliances within the City.
SECTION 10. Article VIII, Chapter 5 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is
hereby repealed in its entirety.
SECTION 11. A new Article VIII, Chapter 5 is hereby added to the Arcadia
Municipal Code to read as follows:
CHAPTER 5
SWIMMING POOL ENCLOSURES AND SAFETY DEVICES
PART 1 ~~
DECLARATION OF NEED
8510. DECLARATION OF NEED.
The City Council determined that there is an unusually large number of privately
owned swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs within the City, and the maintenance of
private swimming pools without adequate supervision or precautionary measures
constitutes a severe hazard to the safety of the inhabitants of the City, particularly to
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small children; that numerous small children have drowned by falling into private
swimming pools in the County; and that many of said deaths could have been
prevented if adequate preventive measures had been required and installed due to
climaric condirions.
PART 2
PURPOSE
8520. PURPOSE
The purpose of this Chapter is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life or
limb, health, property and public welfare by regulating and controlling the design,
construction, quality of materials, use, location and maintenance of all swimming
pools, spas, and hot tubs within the City of Arcadia and certain equipment specifically
regulated herein.
PART 3
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS AND AMENDMENTS
8530. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS AND AMENDMENTS
Chapter 31, Section 3109 of the 2007 California Building Code is hereby added
to read as follows due to local climatic and topographical conditions:
8530.1. AMENDMENT
The definirion of a safety barrier in Secrion 3109.4.4.3 in Chapter 31 of the 2007
California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
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Safety Barrier. Every person in possession of land, either as owner, purchaser
under contract, lessee, tenant or licensee, upon which is situated a swimming pool, spa,
or hot tub shall at all rimes maintain a safety barrier as hereinafter specified completely
surrounding said swimming pool, spa or hot tub.
Exception: Safety barriers for pubic pools sha11 comply with Chapter 31B,
Division 1 of the California Building Code.
8530.2 ADDITION
Section 3109.5.5 is added to Chapter 31 of said 2007 California Building Code
is added to read as follows:
3109.5.5. Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Permit Fees. Every applicant
for a permit to install, alter, or repair a swimming pool, spa, hot tub or part thereof,
shall state in writing on the application form provided for that purpose, the character of
work proposed to be done and the amount and kind in connection therewith, together
with such information pertinent thereto as may be required.
A fee for each swimming pool, spa or hot tub, including for plumbing and
electrical systems, shall be paid to the City in an amount established by City Council
Resolution.
Any person who shall coxrunence any swimming pool, spa or hot tub work for
which a permit is required by this Code without having obtained a permit therefore
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shall, if subsequently permitted to obtain a permit, pay double the pennit fee fixed by
resolution of the City Council for such work, provided, however, that this provision
shall not apply to emergency work when it shall be demonstrated to the satisfaction of.
the Building Official that such work was urgently necessary and that it was not
practical to obtain a permit therefore, before the commencement of the work. In all
such cases, a permit must be obtained as soon as practical to do so, and if there be an
unreasonable delay in obtaining such permit, a double fee shall be charged.
3109.5.5.1. Reinspections. A reinspection fee may be assessed for each
inspection or reinspecrion when such portion of work for which inspection is called is
not complete or when required corrections have not been made.
This provision is not to be interpreted as requiring reinspecrion fees the first rime
a job is rejected for failure to comply with the requirements of this Code, but as
controlling the practice of calling for inspection before the job is ready for
reinspection.
Reinspection fees may be assessed when the approved plans are not readily
available to the inspector, for failure to provide access on the date for which the
inspection is requested, or for deviating from plans requiring approval of the City. To
obtain reinspection, the applicant shall file an application therefore in writing upon the
form furnished for that purpose and pay the reinspecrion fee in accordance with the
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amount set by City Council Resolurion. In instances where reinspection fees have been
assessed, no additional inspection of the work shall be performed until the required
fees have been paid.
3109.5.5.2. Plan Review Fees. Whenever plans, calcularions or other data are
required to be submitted, a plan review fee shall be paid to the City at the time of
submitting documents for plan review in an amount set by City Council Resolution.
When plans are incomplete or changed so as to require an additional review, a fee shall
be paid to the City in an amount established by City Council Resolution.
3109.5.5.3. Board of Appeals. Appealsof orders, decisions or deternunarions
made by the Building Official relative to the application and interpretation of the code
shall be as specified in Arcadia Municipal Code Secrion 8130.2.
8530.3 AMENDMENT
The definition of "Swimming Pool" in Section 3109.4.4.1 of Chapter 31 of the
2007 California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
Swimming Pool - A swimming pool may be either: (a) a private swimming
pool, or (b) a public swimming pool.
(a) A private swimming pool shall mean any constructed or prefabricated
shucture that contains water eighteen (18) inches or more in depth, used in
connection with a single-family residence and available to only the
resident(s) of such residence or their private guests, whether designed,
intended or used exclusively or principally for swimming or not. This
includes any in-ground, aboveground, or on-ground swimning pools, hot
tubs, spas or any open container or artificial body of water permanently or
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temporarily constructed or maintained upon any property, used in connection
with a single-family residence and available to only the resident(s) of such
residence or their private guests, whether designed, intended or used
exclusively or principally for swimming or not.
(li) A public swirruning pool shall include any constructed or prefabricated
structure that contains water eighteen (18) inches or more in depth, other than
a private swimming pool, that is used exclusively or principally for
swimming ."
8530.3.1 ADDI'ITON
The definition of a"Wading Pool" in Section 3109.4.4.1 is added to Chapter 31
of the 2007 California Building Code to read as follows:
Wading Pool - Any constructed or prefabricated pool used for wading which is
less then eighteen (18) inches in depth.
8530.4. ADDITION.
Section 3109.5.6 is added to Chapter 31 of the 2007 California Building Code.
3109.5.6 Barrier Required
3109.5.6.1. The top of the barrier shall be at least sixty (60) inches above
finished grade, as measured on the side of the barrier that faces away from the
swimming pool, spa or hot tub. The maximum vertical clearance beriveen finish
grade and the bottom of the barrier shall be four (4) inches, as measured on the
side of the barrier that faces away from the swimming pool, spa, or hot tub.
Where the top of the pool siructure is above grade, such as an aboveground
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pool, the barrier may be at ground level 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 four (4) inches.
3109.5.6.2. Openings in the barrier shall not allow the passage of a four-
(4) inch diameter sphere.
3109.5.6.3. Solid barriers that do not ha~e openings, such as masonry or
stonewalls, shall not contain indentations or protrusions except for tooled
masonry joints.
3109.5.6.4. Where the barrier is composed of horizontal and vertical
members and the distance between each of the horizontal members is less than
45 inches, the horizontal members shall be located on the swimming pool, spa or
hot tub side of the fence and the spacing between each vertical member shall not
exceed 1-3/4 inches.
3109.5.6.5. Where the barrier is composed of horizontal and vertical
members and the distance between each of the horizontal members is 45 inches
or more, the spacing between each vertical member shall not allow the passage
of a four- (4) inch diamete; sphere. Where there are decorative cutouts within
vertical members, spacing within the cutouts shall not exceed 3/4 inches in
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width.
3109.5.6.6. Where chain link fencing is used, the ma~cimum mesh size
shall be 1- 1/4 inch square unless the fence is provided with slats fastened in ~
place which reduces the openings to no more than 1-3/4 inches. The chain link
fence fabric sha11 be not less than 11-gauge material. Solid or dense landscaping
shall not be used to meet the requirements of this section.
3109.5.6.7. Where the barrier is composed of diagonal members, such as
a lattice fence, the maximum opening formed by the diagonal members shall be
not more than 1-3/4 inches.
3109.5.6.8. Access gates shall comply with the requirements specified in
Section 3109.5.6.1 - 3109.5.6.7 above and, in addirion, shall be equipped to
accommodate a locking device. Pedestrian-access gates shall open outward
away from the swimming pool, spa or hot tub and shall be self-closing and self-
latching. The release mechanism of the self-latching device shall be located not
less than the sixty (60) inches above adjacent finished grade. Access gates shall
not be constructed across a driveway, and double gates or motor operated gates
shall not be used. A weather-proof, durable sign of not less than 1/2 inch high
letters stating, "POOL AREA KEEP GATE CLOSED", shal] be posted at all
times on every access gate.
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3109.5.6.9. A building wall that serves as part of the barrier and allows
access to the swimming pool, spa or hot tub through door openings shall
comply with one of the following requirements:
(1) An alann installed on all doors with direct access to the swimming pool, spa
ar hot tub. The alarm shall sound continuously for a minimum of 30 seconds
immediately after the door is opened and be loud enough to be heard
throughout the house during normal household activities. The alarm shall
automatically reset under all conditions. The alarm system shall be equipped
with a manual means, such as a touch pad or switch, to temporarily deactivate
the alann for a single opening; such deactivation shall last for no more than 15
seconds. The deactivation switch shall be located at least 54 inches above the
floor adjacent to the door opening. An alarm, which is incorporated into a
general house alarm system, may be used to meet the requirements of this
section providing the alarm is not connected to a central monitoring starion and
cannot be disabled.
(1)Self-closing and self-latching devices installed on all doors with direct
access to the swimming pool, spa or hot tub with the release mechanism
located a minimum 54" above adjacent finished grade.
3109.5.6.10. Inspection. The swimming pool, spa or hot tub barrier,
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including pedestrian access gates and door alarms, shall be installed, inspected
and approved prior to plastering or filling the swimming pool, spa, or hot tub
with water.
3109.5.6.11. Indoor Swimming Pool, Spa or Hot Tub. An exterior
door with direct access to an indoor swimming pool, spa, or hot tub sha11
comply with section 3109.5.6.9 above.
3109.5.7. LEGAL NON-CONFORNIING SWIMIVIING POOLS,
SPAS OR HOT TUBS. Every person in possession of land, either as owner,
purchaser under contract, lessee, tenant or licensee, upon which is situated a
swimming pool, spa, or hot tub for which a permit was issued prior to June 19,
1992, shall at all times maintain a safety barrier completely surrounding said
swimming pool, spa or hot tub, as follows:
(1) A substantial fence or other solid structure not less than four (4) feet
in height, as measured from the side of the fence that does not enclose the
swimming pool, spa or hot tub area, shall be provided. The openings in
the barrier shall not allow the passage of a four- (4) inch diameter sphere
and horiwntal pickets that act as a latter sha11 not be used.
(2) Pedestrian access gates or door openings through the barrier shall be
equipped to accommodate a locking device and be self-closing and self-
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latching. The release mechanism of the self-latching device shall be
located not less than forty-eight (48) inches above the adjacent finished
grade. Access gates sha11 be not less than 48 inches in height and
openings in the gate shall not allow the passage of a four- (4) inch
diameter sphere. This section shall not apply to any door of the main
dwelling unit located on the same legal lot as the swimming pool, spa or
hot tub. Access gates shall not be constructed across any driveway and
double gates or motor operated gates shall not be used. A weatherproof,
durable sign of not less than one-half (1/2) inch high letters stating,
"POOL AREA KEEP GATE CLOSED", sha11 be posted at all times on
every access gate.
3109.5.8. PLAN COMPLIANCE. All plans submitted to the City for
the construction of a new swimming pool, spa or hot tub shall show compliance with
the requirements of this Chapter, including the location and height of fencing and gates
required by this Chapter.
3109.5.9. FINAL INSPECTION. Final approval of all swimming pools,
spas, and hot tubs hereinafter constructed shall not be granted until all of the
requirements specified in this chapter have been complied with.
8530.10 ADDITION [ADMINISTRATIVE]
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Section 3109.10 is added to Chapter 31 of said CalifomiaBuilding Code to read
as follows:
3109.10. Demolition of a Swimming Pool, Spa or Hot Tub. A demolition
permit shall be obtained from the City prior to the demolition of any
swimming pool, spa, or hot tub. The permit applicant shall submit a plot plan
indicating the location of the swimming pool, spa or hot tub and it's
associated equipment. Upon issuance of the demolition pernut, the following
requirements shall apply:
1. Gas piping serving the swimming pool, spa or hot tub equipment shall be
ternunated at the source of supply and removed.
2. Plumbing piping saving the swimming pool, spa, hot tub or equipment
shall be ternunated at the source of supply and removed.
3. Electrical wiring and.conduit serving the swimming pool, spa, hot tub, or
equipment sha11 be terminated at the source of supply and removed.
4. Electrical, plumbing and mechanical equipment serving the swimming
pool, spa or hot tub shall be removed.
5. The sidewalls of the swimming pool, spa or hot tub shall be removed to a
minimum depth of 6 inches below adjacent grade.
6. Two (2) 18-inch diameter holes sha11 be provided at the lowest eleva6on
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of the swimming pool, spa or hot tub floor.
7. The swimming pool, spa or hot tub shall be filled with clean soil or other
approved material.
5ECTION 12. Article VIII, Chapter 7, Part 7, of the Arcadia Municipal
Code is hereby repealed in its entirety.
SECTION 13. Article VIII, Chapter 7, Part 8, of the Arcadia Municipal Code is
hereby repealed in its entirety
SECTION 14. Article VIII, Chapter 7, Part 9 of the Arcadia Municipal
Code is hereby repealed in its entirety.
SECTION 15. Section 8761 of Part 6, Chapter 7 of Article VIII of the
Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby deleted in its enrirety.
SECTION 16. Sections 8830 through 8839.1 ofPart 3, Chapter 8 ofArticle
VIII are hereby relocated to a new Part 1, Chapter 11, Article VII and renumbered
7110 through 7120.1, r~pectively.
SECTION 17. Chapter 9 of Article VIII is hereby repealed in its entirety
and a new Part 9 is hereby added to the Arcadia Municipal Code to read as follows:
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CHAPTER 9
SEISMIC STRENGHTENING PROVISIONS FOR
UNREINFORCED MASONRY BEARING WALL BUILDINGS
8910. ADOPTION.
Subject to certain changes and amendments as hereinafter set forth in this Part,
the City Council hereby adopts, by reference, Appendix Chapter Al, Part 10 of the
California Building Code which sha11 govern, regulate, and control all of the activities
therein referred to and the same is made a part of this Chapter.
8920. PURPOSE.
The purpose of this chapter is to promote public safety and welfare by reducing
risk of death or injury that may result from the effects of earthquakes on existing
unreinforced masonry bearing wall buildings.
The provisions of this chapter are intended as minimum standazds for structural
seismic resistance, and are established primarily to reduce the risk of life loss or injury.
Compliance with these provisions will not necessazily prevent loss of life or injury, or
prevent earthquake damage to rehabilitated buildings.
SECTION 18. Secrion 8760 of Article VIII, Chapter 7, Part 6 of the Arcadia
Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
8760. APPLICATION. Internal or external securitybars, panels, sliding
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metal grates ar other similar security devices (hereinafter referred to as security bars)
that were installed on or within any commercial or industrial building as of the
adoption of Ordinance No. 1885 (June 21, 1988), (hereinafter referred to as existing
security bars), and are in compliance with other Code sections, are not subject to the
requirements of Ordinance No. 1885 (Sections 8130.3 and 8130.21.5 of the Arcadia
Municipal Code).
Any change, alteration, expansion or reconfigurarion of existing security bars,
other than normal repair or maintenance shall not be pernutted without compliance
with the requirements applicable to security bars as set forth in Arcadia Municipal code
Sections 8130.3 and 8130.21.5.
SECTION 19. Prior Ordinances Repealed. Upon the effective date of this
Ordinance, all former ordinances or parts thereof conflicting or inconsistent with the
provisions of this ordinance of the codes herein adopted by reference including, but not
limited to, Ordinance No. 2166 and any other ordinance in conflict herewith are hereby
repealed and declazed to be of no further force and effect.
SECTION 20. CEQA. The City Council finds that this Ordinance is not
subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections
15060(c)(2) (the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect
physical change in the environment) and 15060(c)(3) (the activity is not a project as
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defined in Section 15378) ofthe CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations,
Title 14, Chapter 3, because it has no potential for resulting in physical change to the
environment, directly or indirectly.
SECTION 21. Severability. If any secrion, subsection, subdivision,
paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance, or any part thereof is for any
reason held to be unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portion of this ordinance or any part thereo£ 1fie City Council hereby
declares that it would have passed each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph,
sentence, clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more section,
subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase be declared
unconstitutional.
SECTION 22. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoprion of this Ordinance
and sha11 cause a copy or summary of same to be published in the official newspaper of
said City within fifteen (15) days of its adoption. This Ordinance shall take effect
thirty one (31) days following its adoption by the City Council.
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Passed, approved and adopted this day of , 2007.
Mayor of the City of Arcadia
ATTEST:
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Stephen P. Deitsch
City Attorney
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Section 1. Findings. To the extent that changes and modifications to the 2007
California Building Standards Code in this ordinance are deemed more restrictive than
the building standards contained in the 2007 California Building Standards Code, thus
requiring that findings be made pertaining to local climactic, geological, or topographical
conditions to justify such modifications, the City Council hereby finds and determines as
fol lows:
A. Ciimatic Conditions:
1. Amendments to Sections 202, 403.10.2, 403.11.1, 903.2, 903.3.1.2,
903.3.1.3, 903.6, 1505.1, 1505.3.1, 1510.1, and 3109 of the 2007 Edition of the
California Building Code and Section 310.2(B} and 310.16 of the 2007 Edition of the
California Electrical Code are reasonably necessary due to the following climatic
condition:
The City of Arcadia is located in a semi-arid Mediterranean type climate. It
annually experiences extended periods of high temperatures with little or no
precipitation. Hot, dry (Santa Ana) winds, which may reach speeds of 70 M.P.H. or
greater are also common to the area. These climatic conditions cause extreme
drying of vegetation and common building materials. Frequent periods of
drought and low humidity add to the fire danger. This predisposes the area to
large destructive fires (conflagration). In addition to directly damaging or
destroying buildings, these fires also disrupt utility services throughout the area.
These dry climatic conditions and winds contribute to the rapid spread of
even small fires originating in high-density housing or vegetation. These fires
spread very quickly and create a need for increased levels of fire protection. The
added protection of fire sprinkler systems and other fire protection features will
supplement normal fire department response by providing immediate protection for
the building occupants and by containing and controlling the fire spread to the area
of origin: Fire sprinkler systems will also reduce the use of water for firefighting by
as much as 50 to 75 percent.
B. 7opographical conditions:
Amendments to Sections 903.2, 903.4.2, 903.3.1.2, 903.3.1.3., 903.6, 1207.7, 1207.8,
1505.1, and 1505.3.1 of the 2007 Edition of the California Building Code are reasonably
necessary due to the following topographical conditions:
1. Naturai sfopes of 15 percent or greater generaily occur
throughout the foothills of Los Angeles. The elevation change caused by the hills
creates the geological foundation on which communities within Los Angeles
County are built and will continue to build. With much of the populated flatlands
already built upon, future growth will occur on steeper slopes and greater
constraints in terrain.
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2. Traffic and circulation congestion is an artificially created, obstructive
topographical condition, which is common throughout Los Angeles County.
3. These topographical conditions combine to create a situation, which
places fire department response time to fire occurrences at risk, and makes it
necessary to provide automatic on-site fire-extinguishing systems and other
protection measures to protect occupants and property.
C. Geological conditions
1. Amendments to Sections 412.5.1, 903.2, 903.3.1.2, 903.3.1.3, 903.6,
905.4, 1613.7, 1614.1, 1614.1.1, 1614.A.1.8, 1908.1.17, 1908.1.17.1, and 1908.1.17.2
of the 2007 Edition of the California Building Code are reasonably necessary due to the
following geological conditions:
The Los Angeles region is a denseiy populated area that has buildings
constructed over and near a vast and complex network of faults that are
believed to be capable of producing future earthquakes similar or greater in size
than the 1994 Northridge and the 1971 Sylmar earthquakes.
Earthquake faults run throughout the boundaries of Los Angeles County.
Regional planning for reoccurrence of earthquakes is recommended by the
State of California, Department of Conservation.
2. Amendments to Sections 412.5.1, 1614.1, 1614.1:1, 1614.A.1.8,
1908.1.17, 1908.1.17.1, and 1908.1.17.2 of the 2007 Edition of the California Building
Code are reasonably necessary due to the following geological conditions:
Previous earthquakes have been accompanied by disruption of traffic
flow and fires. A severe seismic event has the potential to negatively impact any
rescue or fire suppression activities because it is likely to create obstacles similar
fo those indicated under the high wind section above. With the probability of
strong aftershocks there exists a need to provide increased protection for
anyone on upper floors of buildings. The October 17, 1989, Santa Cruz
earthquake resulted in one major fire in the Marina District {San Francisco). When
combined with the 34 other fires locally and over 500 responses, the department
was taxed to its fullest capabilities. The Marina fire was difficuit to contain
because mains supplying water to the district burst during the earthquake. This
situation creates the need for both additional fire protection and automatic on-
site fire protection for building occupants.
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MEMORANDUM
Development Services Department
To: Bill Kelly, City Manager
From: Don Penman, Assistant City Manager/Development Services
Director
Jason Kruckeberg, Community Development Administrator
Date: November 20, 2007
RE: STUDY SESSION: FLOOR AREA RATIO ISSUES
On February 6, 2007, a Text Amendment and General Plan Amendment was
brought forward to the City Council related to Floor Area Ratio (FAR), a common
regulatory technique that limits the amount of building area on a lot. The Council
chose to remove the proposed FAR amendment from that project, and directed
staff to bring the issue back at a future date, following the hearings on the
Westfield Santa Anita project and the Shops at Santa Anita project.
FLOOR AREA RATIO IN GENERAL
The typical method of ineasuring FAR is to calculate the square footage of
building area divided by overall lot size. For example, a 3,000 square foot office
building on a 10,000 square foot lot would have a FAR of 0.3. Most cities
regulate FAR through limits such as this within their Municipal Code. Arcadia
established its FARs in the General Plan. The General Plan sets a maximum
FAR of 0.5 for most commercial areas, including the Westfield Santa Anita
parcel, and a 0.3 FAR for the southerly racetrack parking lot where the Caruso
project is planned.
With regard to Wes~eld, the City has adopted two additional definitions (one in
1967 and one in 2000) to apply to "regional shopping centers" such as Westfield
Santa Anita that have large common areas that are not necessarily part of a
tenanYs floor area. This method of calculation is referred to as "Gross Leasable
Area" (GLA), which is common for shopping center projects. The Environmental
Impact Report for the Westfield Santa Anita project was certified in 2000 with a
calculated FAR using GLA instead of Gross Building Area. This change was
made in response to Westfield's request for this definition. In addition, Westfield
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requested and received an increase in FAR from 0.4 to Q.5 at this time. As a
`' resuit, the 600,OQ0 square feet of building area certified through this EIR is Gross
; Leasable Area. Typically, indoor malls include an additional 15% of area that is
considered "common". Thus, for Westfield, the 600,000 square feet of GLA could
be approximately 690,000 square feet of actual building area, or it could be more.
However, Phase 1A of the Westfield project included the "food court" which is not
included in the Gross Leasable Area. Therefore, the gross building area was
348,000 square feet in this case and the Gross Leasable Area was 214,993 (a
38% difference).
The proposed Shops at Santa Anita project also uses GLA as the method of
measurement for purposes of allowable building area. Below is a table that
shows the existing/proposed Floor Area Ratio for the Westfield Santa Anita
project and the Shops at Santa Anita project. Both of these uses are considered
"Regional Shopping Centers" because they are more than 750,000 square feet.
WESTFIELD SANTA ANITA AREA CALCULATIONS
Site Area 3,446,380 sf
FAR Allowed .50 GLA 1,723,190 sf GLA
Area Gross Buildin Area Cit of Arcadia GLA
Mall Area rior to Phase 1 a 1,197,100 sf 922,451 sf
Phase 1a 348,000 sf 214,993 sf
Phase 1 b 120,452 sf 100,800 sf
Site Total 1,665,552 sf 1,238,244 sf
Certified in 2000 EIR 1,887,100 sf 1,522,451 sf
SHOPS AT SANTA ANITA AREA CALCULATIONS
Site Area 3,702,600 sf
FAR Allowed .30 GLA 1,110,780 sf GLA
Area Gross Buildin Area Cit of Arcadia GLA
Sho s Area 862,853 sf`* 806,405 sf
Certified in 2007 EIR 862,853 sf * 806,405 sf
**Gross Building Area is estimated based on 7% additional space for
service/common areas. The applicant has estimated 5%, which is typical for an
outdoor center. Until lans are submitted for lan check, this will be an estimate.
DIFFERENT DEFINITIONS
Gross Leasable Area, although appropriate for regional shopping centers, does
have some difficult aspects:
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. • GLA does not necessarily regulate massing and building appearance on a
~ lot.
• It is more difficult for staff to define and regulate GLA given the fact that
each floor plan submitted must be carefully scrutinized to determine what
portions of the building should be removed from consideration.
• The City of Arcadia's definition of GLA is unique and differs from more
widely accepted definitions such as the Urban Land Institute (ULI).
On this last point, the General Plan has the following definition of FAR (in a
footnote on page 2-12):
Floor Area Ratio (FAR). This represents the maximum non-
residential building square footage that may be permitted. FAR is
based on net square footage and is measured by dividing building
square footage by net lot area existing prior to development.
Although not defined in the General Plan, the "neY' lot area referred to is a
reference to excluding easements and other non-usable portions of a lot from the
overall amount used to determine lot area. The confusing aspect of this definition
is how "building square footage" and "net square footage" are determined using
the definitions within the Municipal Code (Code). The Code does not specifically
define these terms but does include the following definitions to determine building
square footage:
1. Gross Floor Area shall be the tota! dimensions on each floor as
measured from the outside wall. (Added by Ord. 1346 adopted 5-
16-67)
2. Gross leasable area shaU be the tota/ floor area designed for the
tenanYs occupancy and exclusive use, including basements,
mezzanines or upper floors-expressed in square feet and
measured from the centerline of joint partitions and irom outside
wall faces. Gross leasabfe area shall also include kiosks within the
common areas. It is the space for which tenants pay rent, including
sa/es areas.
Exception: Gross Leasable Area shalf not include (a) service areas
within mall tenant stores and (b) service areas that occupy /ess
than twenty-five percent (25%) of the gross square footage oi
stores in excess of fifty thousand (50,000) square feet. Service
areas in excess of this percentage shall be counted toward the
Gross Leasable Area.
Service areas are those areas specifically dedicated to employee
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use, storage and mechanical areas and emp/oyee restrooms.
(Added by Ord. 2135 adopted 10-3-00).
feet). This results in a more permissive definition that allows more square
footage'.
This definition of GLA differs from the generally accepted definition. Groups like
the Urban Land Institute (ULI), Institute of Traffic Engineers (ITE) and others
utilize the first portion of the definition above when reviewing shopping malls and
lifestyle centers. The unique portion of the City's definition lies in the
"Exceptions". The Arcadia definition exempts service areas within mall tenant
stores and service areas within Department Stores (stores over 50,000 square
A final note with regard to FAR, there is growing concern that the City's FARs are
too low for "normal" commercial properties. With the exception of the Westfield
Santa Anita parcel and the Shops at Santa Anita property (clearly large and
unique properties), many properties in Arcadia are already "built ouY' and exceed
the FAR. A FAR of 0.5 precludes multi-story buildings and makes it difficult to
intensify properties. Thus, even areas that were earmarked for more intense
development cannot be developed as such. This is an issue the staff will
evaluate in the upcoming General Plan Update.
FAR ISSUES FOR DISCUSSION
Should the City have two,methods of determining FAR (both Gross
Building Area and Gross Leasable Area for Regional Shopping Centers)?
2. Which of the above definitions should be used to determine allowable
building square footage (i.e. should we measure intensity by the size of
the building, outside wall to outside wall? Or should we attempt to develop
a"net building square footage" where we remove things like elevator
shafts and other features from the calculation?)
3. Should we remove the "Exception" in our Gross Leasable Area definition
to make the definition more compatible with the industry standard?
' As an example, the Westfield EIR Addendum represented a total floor area of 1,098,596 square
feet prior to Phase 1a or 1b based on the ULI definition of Gross Leasable Area. Based on the
City's definition, the total GLA was 922,451, a difference of 176,145 square feet (or 16%).
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STAFF REPORT
Recreation and Community Services Department
DATE: November 20, 2007
T0: Mayor and City Council
FROM:~ Roberta White, Director of Recreation & Community Services
Tom Tait, Deputy Public Works Services Director
SUBJECT: Public Hearinq Reqardina Establishment of Park Facilities Imaact Fees
Recommendation: Provide Direction
SUMMARY
On November 6, 2007, the City Council adopled Resolution No. 6597 approving the Parks
and Recreation Master Plan. The Parks and Recreation Master Plan recommended
updating the current Park and Recreational Facilities fees to provide funding for the
improvement and development of park and recreation facilities. The current fee schedule
has not been updated since 1963, hence, funding is insufficient for today's market cost to
develop and expand park facilities. The purpose of the park facilities impact fee is to
sustain current levels of recreation facilities for the community and for new development.
DISCUSSION
The Mitigation Fee Act, contained in California Government Code sections 66000 through
66025, allows the City to establish development impact fees for municipal services,
provided such fees and charges do not exceed the estimated reasonable cost to the City in
providing the service to which the fee or charge applies. Currently, the fee structure
charges $25 per lot split within a subdivision and dwelling unit fees of $185 per unit.
These fees were adopted by Ordinance No. 1197 on April 16, 1963 and have not been
updated since.
Staff retained MuniFinancial, to conduct the Parks Facilities Impact Fee Study (Attachment
A). The study was conducted within the guidelines of California's impact fee statute, which
originated in Assembly Bill 1600 (California Government Code Section 66000). The
purpose of this fee is to ensure new development pays its fair share of costs associated
with building new park facilities and infrastructure. The types of projects that could be
funded with Park Facilities Impact Fees include the acquisition of parkland, adjacent street
improvements, typical park improvements such as landscaping, irrigation and play
structures, special use facilities and structures such as restrooms, sports complexes and
buildings, and to expand facilities. Specifically, the Parks and Recreation Master Plan
contains a list of capital improvement projects that the fee would fund (Attachment B).
Mayor and City Council
November 20, 2007
The proposed fee schedule was developed by converting the cost per capita to a fee per
square foot of development based on dwelling unit densities (persons per dwelling unit for
residential development) and the historical averages for the size of existing single family
and multi-family residences which have contributed to the existing level of service for
parks. The fee also includes the current cost to acquire and develop the land as well as
charges associated with the implementation and administration of the Park Facilities
Impact Fees.
The proposed new fee would be $2.85 per square foot for single-family projects and $3.73
per square foot for multi-family projects. Single family is defined as a"detached" dwelling
unit versus multi-family, defined as "attached" units, (e.g. condominiums, townhouses and
apartments). A table showing how the proposed Park Facilities Impact Fee was calculated
is included (Attachment C).
In the case of remodels or demolitions, a residence will only be charged for the new net
livable square footage (excluding garages, patios, etc.). For example, a 2,500 square foot
single family home that is demolishedlremodeled and rebuilt to 5,000 square feet would be
charged for the additional 2,500 square feet added to the home at $2.85 per square foot.
A Notice of Public Hearing to consider the establishment of Park Facilities Impact Fees
was published in the Arcadia Weekly Newspaper on November 5 and 12, 2007. In
addition, the Development Services Department sent notices to the Board of Realtors and
to the Presidents of the Homeowners Associations in early November.
Implementation of this fee is to ensure new development pays its fair share of costs
associated with building new park facilities and infrastructure. This fee is not authorized
until after the appropriate ordinance and resolution are adopted. The ordinance will be
presented to the City Council for introduction on becember 4, with the adoption of the
ordinance and fee resolution on December 18. The ordinance would become effective 31
days following adoption, and then fees will be collected when building permits are issued.
It should be noted that the Park Facilities Impact Fees would be assessed in addition to
other current development fees including plan checks, permit fees and school district fees,
however the current Park and Recreational Facilities Fund fees would be eliminated.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The proposed Park Facilities Impact Fees will not have a potential for causing a significant
effect on the environment and is, therefore, not considered a"projecY' and is exempt from
CEQA per sections 15061 (b) (3) and 15378.(b) (2).
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Mayor and City Council
November 20, 2007
FISCAL IMPACT
The current Parks and Recreational Facilities fee is insufficient to continue current levels of
service and needs to be updated to correspond to current costs. The lack of a rate
increase would not allow the City to upgrade and improve park and recreation facilities to
accommodate the impact of development.
RECOMMENDATION
Conduct the public hearing and direct staff to prepare the appropriate Ordinance and
Resolution.
Approved: ~°-~~` "- b`''-
William R. K y, City Manager
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ATTACHMENT A
PARK FACILITIES EMPACT FEE I~EPORT
CITY OF ARCADIA
JULY 12, 2007
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................. 1
Background and Study Objectives
Public Facilities Financing In California
Facifity Standards Approach
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2. GROWTH ASSUMPTIONS ................................................................... 4
Service Population
Lanii Use Types
Occupant Densities
Growth Projections for Arcadia
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3. PARK FACILITIES .............................................................................. 7
Service Population 7
Facility Inventories, Plans & Standards 7
Unit Costs for Land Acquisition and Improvement 1 p
Fee Schedule ~2
4. IMPLEMENTATION ............................................................................ 14
Ordinances and Resolutions 14
Capital Improvement Planning and Budgeting 14
Inflation Adjustments 14
Compliance With Statutory Accounting and Reporting Requirements 15
5. MITIGATION FEE ACT FINDINGS ........................................................ 16
Purpose of Fee 16
Use of Fee Revenues 16
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1. Introduction
This repart presents an analysis of the need for paxk facilities to accommodate new
development in the Ciry of ATCadia. This chaptec eeplains the study approach and
summarizes results under the follou~ing sections:
• Background aad smdy objecuves;
• Public facilides financi~g in California;
• Public facilities planni~g and financing in the City of Arcadia;
• Organizadon of the report; and
• Facility standaxds appcoach.
Background and Study Objectives
The primarv poGcy objecdve of a public facilides fee progiam is to ensuze that new
development pays ~he capical costs associated with growth. The primary purpose of this
report is to complete a park facilides fee study and determine the maxunum jusdfied fee
levels to impose o~ new development co maintain the Ciry's facilides standard. Public
agencies should review and update theic fee programs periodically to incorporate the best
available inEormauon.
The Cit~~ ~vill impose park faciliries fees undex authority gxanted by the Mitigadon Fee Act
(Ac~, contained in the Californla Government Code Secuons 66000 through 66025. This report
pxovides the necessaty findings tequ~ed bj~ [he Act fot adopdon of the Eees pxesented in the
fee schedules contained herein.
Public Facilities Financing In Calafornia
The changing Fiscal landscape in [he State of California during the past thixry (30) years has
steadily undercuc che financial capaciry of local govemments to fund infrastcucmre. Three
dominant [xends stand out:
• The passage of a string of tax limitauon measutes, staxring ~zrith Proposirion 13 in
1978 a~d connnuing through the passage of Proposidon 218 in 1996;
• Declining popular support for bond measuxes to finance infrastruc[ure for the next
generatio~ of residents and businesses; and
• Sreep reducdons in federal and state assistance.
Faced with these trends, many ciries and counties have had eo adopt a policy oE "gtowth pays
its ou~n way." This poliry shif[s the burden of funding infrastructure expansion from
e~sting rates and taxpayers onto ne~v development. This funding shi& has been
accomplished primarilj~ through the unposidon of assessments, special taxes, and
development unpact fees also known as public Eacili[ies fees. Assessments and special taxes
cequice approval of propezty owners and are appiopcia[e ~vhen the Eucided facilides ate
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dizecdy related ro the developing property. Developmenc fees, on the othex hand, are an
appropriate funding source for facilities that benefit all development jurisdicdo~-wide.
Development fees need only a majoriry vo~e of the legisladve body foi adoprio~.
Facility Standards Approach
A faciliry standacd is a policy that indicates the amounc of faciliries requixed to accommodate
senrice demand. Examples of faciliq~ standards include building square feet pez capita and
puk acxes pex capita. Standaxds also may be expressed in monetary tezms such as the
replacement value of facilides per capita. The adopted facility standard is a ccidcal
component in detemuning new developme~t's need for new facilides and the amount of the
Eee. Standazds determine new development's fair shaze of planned facilides and ensure that
new development does not fund deficiencies associated with exisu~g development.
The most commoeily accepred approaches to detecmining a facility standard aze described
below.
• The exisung inventory method uses a faciliry standazd based on the rado of
e~snng facilides to the euisdng development. U~der this approach, new
development funds the expansion of facilities at the same xate that e~sdng
development has pro~zded facilities to date. By defuution, the e~cisring inventorv
method results in no facility deficiencies attributable to existing development.
To increase facility standards, the jurisdicdon must secure funding in addition ro
development fees.
• The master plan method calculates the standard based on the ratio of all
e~cisdng plus planned facilides to total futuxe demand (e~cisting and new
development). This method is used when (1) the local agenry anricipates
increasing its facility standazd above the e~sdng inventory standard discussed
above, and (2) planned facilities axe part of a system that benefi~ both e~sdng
and new developmenc Using a faciliry standaxd that is highet than the e~cisdng
inven[ory standazd creates a deficiency for e~cisting developmenc The
jurisdiction must secure non-fee funding fox that poruon of planned facilities
required to corcect the deficiency.
• The planned faeilities method calculaces the standazd solely based on the cado
of planned facilities to the increase in demand associated with new development.
This method is appropriate ~vhen planned facilides only benefit ~ew
development, such as a sewet trunk line exrension to a pceviously undeveloped
area. This method may also be used when thexe is excess capaciry in e~cisang
facilities that can accommodate new development. In that case, new
development can fund facilides at a standard lower tha~ the existing inventory
standacd and still provide an acceptable level of facilides.
This study uses the exisring im entors method descTibed above to determine facility
standards foc paxks. ~
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Master Plan Sfandard
Park Facik~taea Impacl Fee
The facility standard foc each fee using the master plan method is based on a citywide
standaxd incorporanng all exisdng and planned facilicies designed co serve all e~sring and
projected development in 2025. Facility standards ace expxessed in rerms of ieplacement
value pet capita.
The mastec plan facilit~~ standaxd for each fee category represents a policy decision by the
City, primaxIly dxiven by the list of planned faciliries documented in this report. A smaller
amount of planned faciliues (fewec and/or less costly ones) would result i~ a lowex mastex
plan standaid and a lower fee. A larger amoun[ of planned facilities would cause the
opposite result The City has the fle~cibiliry to alter the list of plan~ed facilides shown in this
ieport as condirions change. If the overall cost of planned faciliues in this report xelated to
the amount of andcipated development is alrered significandy then the Ciq~ should update
this fee program to incorporate those changes.
As described above, the mastex plan method ensuxes a~ equitable disczibudon of planned
faciliq~ costs benueen existing and new developmenc The method ensuxes that new
development is not unfauly burdened should City poliry result in a highex per capita
standacd than the Citp's e~zisting inventory standard. A higher faciliry standaxd cxeates a
deficiency~ that the Cit~~ must fund by a souTCe othei than pubGc Facilides Eees. Each fee
documented in this report clearls idendfies the cost of this deficienc}', if any.
Existing Sfandard
Undex the existi~g standacd appcoach used in chis report for pack impxovement, new
development would contribute to the cost of impiovements in proportion to the level of
investment made to date by etcisdng development. The use of revenues is not limited to a
specific pxoject list.
The e~cisdng standacd is widely used for many types oE public facilides fees. Impact fees
often xely on this appxoach. The equiry approach allows jurisdictions to add a range of
facilides to accommodate growch wi~hout having to exacdy duplicate existing faciliues. For
example, rathec than build a new branch library, a City may upgrade and expand the library
compu[er system as a bettex way to accommoda[e growth by incxeasing public access to the
Intemet. This apptoach ensures new development is txeated fairly by requiring contribudons
to these new facilides only up to the le~~el of investment made b}~ e~cisnng development.
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2. Growth Assumptions
Estimates of the exisdng service population and pzojec[ions of growth aze cxidcal
assumptions used thxoughout this rcport. These estimares axe used to:
• Determine the existing standard of faciliries.
• Detem~ine the total amount of public faciliries xequized to accommodate growth at
che 2025 planning horizon and to allocate those costs on a per ucrit basis (for
example, costs per capita).
• tlllocate to new development its fair share of total planned facilicy needs based on
estimates of service population gcowth fxom 2006 to 2025.
Service Population
To measure existing service populadon and future growth, xesidendal popula[ion data is used
for pazk facilides. The number of iesidencs is a reasonable indicatox of the level of demand
for paxk facilides. The City builds park facilides primaxIly ro serve this population and
t~~pically the greater the popularion the larger the facility required to provide a given level of
service.
H,and Use Types
To ensuxe a reasonable xelauonship between each fee and the type of development paying
~he fee, growth projectio~s are used to disdnguish between diffezent land use t~~pes. The
land use types used in this analysis aie defined below:
• Single family: Attached and detached one-family dwelling units;
• Multi-family: All attached dwelling ur~its such as duplexes and condominiums,
mobIle homes, apaztments, and dormi[oties;
Some developments may include moce than one land use rype, such as a planned unit
development with both single and multi-family uses. In these cases, the park facilities fee
would be calculated separately for each land use type.
The Ciry has the discretion to unpose the pack facilities fee based on the specific aspects of a
proposed developmenc regacdless of zoning. The guideline to use is the probable occupant
densiry of the development as in residents pec dwelling u~it. T'he fee imposed should be
based on [he land use rype that most closely represe~ts the probable occupant density of the
development.
Occupant Densitaes
Occupant de~sides ensure a reasonable relationship between the incxease in seroice
population and amount of the Eee. Developers pay the fee based on the number of
additional housing u~its oc squate feet of each tesidenual development; thetefore the fee
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schedule must convert service populadon esrimates to these measures of pcoject size. Ttus
co~version is done ~vith average occupan[ densiry factoxs bV land use t~~pe, shown in Table
2.0.
The xesidenrial occupant density factors ace detived itom the 2000 U.S. Census Buceads
Tables H-31 through H-33. Table I-I-31 pxovides vacant housing units data, while Table H-
32 provides infozmadon relating to occupied housing. Table H-33 documents the total 2000
popularion residing in occupied housing. The US Census numbeis are adjusted b~~ using the
California Deparrmen~ of Financc (DOF) esdmates for January 1, 2006 found on Table E-5.
Table 2.0: City of Arcadia - Occupant Density
Land Use Denslty
Residentral
Single Family 3.03 per dwelling unit
Multi-Family 2.18 per dwelling unit
Source: 2000 Census, Tables H31-H33; California Department of Finance (DOF), Table E•5,
2006; MuniFinancial.
Growth Projectaons for Arcadia
The base year foc this study is the yeac 200G. The Califomia Depaztment of Finance (DOF),
City staff and the Southern Califoinia Associadon of Govemments (SCAG) provided
January 1, 2006, and 2025 populadon estimates respectively. Table 2.1 shows the
development projections for the City of Arcadia based o~ this data.
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Table 2.1: Demographic Assumptions
2006~ 2025Z Increase
Residents 55,560 62,180 6,620
Dwelling Units
Single Family 14,000 15,528 ' 1,528
Multi-family 6,000 6,911 911
Total 20,000 22,439 2,439
' Califomia Department of Finance (DOF)
z Southern Califomia Association of Govemments (SCAG)
3 Assumes percentage of dwelling unit rypes will remains constant from 2006 to 2025
Note: Growlh does not reflect the Regional Housing Needs Assessment.
Sources: California Department of Finance (DOF), Table E-5; Southern Califomia
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3. Park F'acilaties
The purpose of chis fee is to ensure chat new development funds its fair share of parkland
and facili[ies. The Ciry would use fee revenues [o expa~d park facilities to serve new
development.
Service Population
Park facilides have been developed within the City of t~cadia to primarily seroe the cesidents
of the Citp. Since the residents are the primary users of the pazk facilides the future cost to
provide facilides will be allocated to the future cesidents. Service populanon is used as a
measure of the need for park faciliues that are seroing the xesidents in the seroice area.
Table 3.0 shows the estimated seroice popularion for 2006 and 2025. In calculating the
service populadon, cesidents are given a weight of 1.0.
Table 3.0: Parks Service Population
Service
Residents Population
Existing (2006)
New Develapment (2006 -2025)
Total (2025)
55,560 55,560
6,620 6.620
62,180 62,180
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Sources: California Department of Finance (DOF), Table E-5, 2006; MuniFinancial
and SCAG Population Growlh Proiections, 200~2025
Facility Inventories, Plans 8v Standards
This secdon describes the Ciry of Arcadia's e~sting facility inventory and standard for pack
facilines.
Existing Invenfory
The City's inventory~ o£ Patkla~d facilides includes a total oE 180.46 acres, of which ] 1130
acces is e~cisring and ununpcoved, as summanzed in Table 3.1.
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Table 3.1: Parkland Inventory
Bicentennlal Park
Bonita PaAc ana Skate Park
Camino Gmve Park
Elsenhaver Park and Dog Park
FairviewAve Paik
Forest Avenue Park
Hugo Reitl Park
Longden Park
Newcastle Park
Orange Grove Park
Tlerta VeMe Park
Tripolis Frlendship Park
WIIOemess Y2rk
Subtotal
Recreafional Facilities
lvcadia Communiry Center
Civic Center Athlelic Fie10
Suhtofal
Schwl Disfricfs '
Bal~win Staker Elem
Camino Gmve Elem
Highland Oaks Elem
Holly Ave Elem
Hugo Reitl Primary
Hugo Reitl Elem
Longley Way Elem
Dana Middle
First Ave Middle
Foothills Mitldle
ArcadiaHlBh' ~
Subtotal'
Subtotal School Facilities
~ISwunt Factor'
Scliool Facllities - Clry Usa
Total - Park 8 Recreation Facllltlas (acreage)
0,63 - O.fi3
3.38 - ~ 3.38
t.~ - ~.~
5.39 - 5.39
0.97 - 0.91
026 - 026
435 - 4.35
0 99 - 0.99
2.64 - 2.64
2.fi6 - 2.66
1 55 - 1.55
0.34 - 0.34.
8.70 111.30 120.00
33.fi0 111.30 144.90
4.9b - 4.98
2.24 2.24
722 - 7.22
2.88 -
4.09 -
3.84 -
3.98 -
0.98
2.42 -
2.56 -
5.46 -
3.3D -
6.72 -
20.47
56.70 -
2.88
4.09
3.84
3.98
0.98
2.42
2.58
5.46
3.30
6.72
20 47
56.70
56.70
0.50
28.35
56.70
0.50
28.35
89.16 111.90 180.C8 ~
Pork FaaGtie.r Inrpurt Fee
RecreaNon Facllkles'
18,800 -
ia,eoo -
2
_ 2
0.50
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' Reprecenk 50Y. W Wtat sMOOI acreaBa
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On pden161 dvatWdlly IIX MB IazI44e5.
Smmes: dN o( ArraaW; MunlFlnanclal.
Also located within the Cit~~ of Arcadia are the Eollowing parkland facilities set forth in
Table 3.1A. Although these facilides provide a benefit to the Ciry and the residents, these
faciliues have been excluded from the calculadon since they are either owned b}' other
muoicipal enudes or because the facilides currently collect fees for typical usage.
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Table 3.1A: Excluded Inventory
2006 Total
Facility Acreage
Coun
Arboretum and Botanical Garden 119.40
Santa Anita Golf Course 129.68
Arcadia County Park 181 JO
Peck Road Water Conservation Park 119.97
550.75
Recreationa! Facilities
Par 3 Golf Course
25.46
25.46
Park Fadktrer Impact Fee
Park Facility Standards
To calculate new development's need £ox new parks, cities commonly use a rado expressed
in terms of developed pack acces per 7,000 seroice populadon. The current standard foc
parks citywide is 2.43 acres per 1,000 seroice popularion, as detailed in Table 3.2.
Table 3.2: Patk Facilities Exisdng Standard
Park Acreage
Convert Uninproved to Improved Acreage
Park Acreage
Equivalent Improved Percent'
Equivalent Improved Acreage
Total Improved Acreage (equivalent)
Service Population (2006)
Park Facllity Standards
(acres per 1,000 service population) Z
2.43
1 Based on land value of $450,000 and improvement value of $310,000 for a total o( $760,000.
2 Park Facility Sfandard is for purposes of this report only and is calculated based on equivalent acres
and excludes certain facilities as identifed in Table 3.1A. The actual standartl may exceed 13 acras
per 1,OOD residents.
Sources: Tables 3.0, 3.1, and 3.3; MuniFinancial
69.16
111.30
59%
65.90
135.06
55,560
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Unit Costs for ~and
Improveanent
Park FaaGtie.r Impad Fee
Acquisition and
Pazkland acquisido~ costs ace estima[ed at ~450,000 per acce within the City. The estunated
costs per acre for park impxovement are $370,000 per acxe. Thus, the total estimated cost to
acquire and unprove one acre foc a park is $76Q000. Unit cost assumptions are summarized
below:
Parkland acquisition cost The packland acquisiuon cost per acre xepresents
the estimated historical average cost of pazkland acquisiuon for park faciliries.
The acquisidon costs xeflects a dollar amount less than the currenc mazke~ value
of paxkland to xeflect the acquisirion costs of the exisdng inventory of parkland.
Park improvement cost: The parkland unprovement cost per acce cepresents
the average cost of capital imptovement on paxkland such as landscaping and
recceauonal facilities.
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City ojArradt~a Park FaaGkea Impact Fee
Table 3.3 sumcnatizes the park facilities unit costs.
Table 3.3: Patk Facilities Unit Costs ($2007)
Cost Per
Park Improvements
Special Use Facilities'
Recreation Buildings
Building Sq. Ft. 18,800
Cost per Sq. Ft.Z $ 350
Subtotal $ 6,580,000
Pools
Number 1
Cost per PoolZ $ 1,000,000
Subtotal 1.000.000
Total Special Use Facilities $ 7,580,000
Improved Park Acres 69.16
Special Use Facilities Cost per Improved Acre $ 110,000
Standard Park Improveme~ts' 200.000
Share
Park Improvements Subtotal 310,000 41%
Land Acquisition° $ 450.000 59%
Total Land & Improvements y 760,000 100%
~ Recreation facilities only includa special use facilities that are nol part of standard park improvements such as
recreation centers and pools.
~ Recreatlon tacilities unit costs are estimated based on various comparable bids for construction cosls.
~ Improvement costs are estimated at $200,000 per acre for site improvements (curbs, gutters, water, sewer, and
electrical access), plus basic park and school fleld amenities such as basket6all or tennis court, restroom, parking,
tot lot, irngalion, [uA, open green space, pedestrian paths, and picnic ta6les. Excludes special use facilities such as
recrealion cenlers and pools.
° Land acquisition values are assumed to average $450,000 throughout the City. This value is assumed to reflects
the historical purchase cost for land and may be lower than current market valuation for land within the City.
Sources: Tables 3 and A.1; City of Arcadia: MuniFinancial
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Park Faak'tier Impad Fee
Table 3.4 sets £orth the coscs per capita foz paxkland acquisition and impxovements.
Table 3.4: Patk Faciliries Costs to Serve Gcowth
Facility Standard (acres/1,000 service population) 2.43
Service Population Growth (2006-2025) 6.620
Faciliry Needs (acres)' 16:00
Average Unit Cost (per acre) $ 760.000
Total Cost of Facilities to maintain existing level of service $ 12,160,000
Total Cost of Facilities Per Capita $ 1,836.86
Facility Standard per Resident $ 1,836.86
~ Unit costs based on curtent market value.
Sources: Tables 3.0, 3.2, and 3.3; MuniFinancial
Fee Schedule
Table 3.5 shows the Packs public facilides fee based on the e~cisdng plan standacd. The cosc
per capica is converced to a fee pec square fooc of development based on dwelling unit
densides (pecsons per dwelling unit for residendal development) a~d the historical avecages
for the size of e~sung single family and muld-family residence which have contributed to
the e~cisdng level of service for parks. The total fee includes an administrauve charge to fund
costs that include:
(7) A standazd overhead chacge applied ro all Cit~~ progcams for legal, accoundng, and
othec departmental and citywide administrauve support;
(2) Capi[al planning, pxogramming, pzoject management costs associated with the share
of projects funded by the public facilides fee; and
(3) Public facilities fee program administrative costs including zevenue collecdon,
revenue and cost accoundng, mandated public repotting, and fee jusrification
analyses.
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Table 3.5: Park Facilities Fees
Park Faciliticr Impact Fee
n n c=,vcn u t= c+u F=~z,aao
F = E/1,100
Land &
Facilities Admin. Sample Fee per Sq.
Land Use Costs DensiN ~ Base Fee Charoe2 TotalFee Ft'
Residential (aer dwellinq uNtl
Single Family $ 1,836.86 3.03 S 5,570.23 S 139.26 $ 5,709.49 $ 2.85
Multi-family 1,836.86 2.18 4,002.84 100.07 4,102.91 3.73
' Parsons per dwelling unit.
° Administration fae equal to 2.5 percent o( hau fee to funtl (1) a standard overhead chaige apPlietl to all Ciry programs for legal, accounting, antl oNer
depanmen~al antl citywiee a0ministrative support, (2) capital planning, programming, prolect maragement cos~s associaleE wilh lhe share of projects
fundeE by the impact fee, antl (3) impact fee prog2m administrative cosis inclWing revenue cotlection, revenue antl cost acwunting, mantlatad public
repor~'ng, and fee lustifcation analyses.
° Citywitle [he historical average sirgie family homa square foofage is estimatetl a12,000 an0 the histoncal ava2ge multi family home square (oota9a is
estimatetl at 1,100. These as[imates are to reflect the existinq Inventory of homes, which have conMbuted histoncally to the park facilities.
SoufCes: Tables 2.0, 3.4, antl 3.5; MuniFinanCial.
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4. Imple~aentatioa~
This secdon idenrifies tasks that the Ciry should complete when implemenung the new paxk
facilides unpact fee requirements.
Ordinances and Resolutions
The City Council should adopt appropriaxe ordinances to provide the Ciry with the authority
co unplement the park facilides unpact fee progcam, subject to the advice of legal counsel.
The oTdinances would authorize the City to impose and collect a pazk Eacilities impact fee
based on che statutory findiags required b}~ the Miagadon Fee Act (see the follo~ving
secdon). The ordinances should provide for incxeasing the fees based on an explicit inflanon
index, and fox the setting of fees by resolution.
The Ciry CouncIl should also adopt fee cesoludons to establish the amount of the paxk
facilides unpacc fees. We recommend that the actual fee amount be established by resoludon
to facilitate updaung the fee for infladon or other purposes without having to amend the
Ciry's Municipal Code.
Capital Ymprovement Planning and Budgeting
The City should annually update its capital unpiovement budget to pxogxam park facilities
impact fee revenues ro specific capital projects. Use of the capital impxovement budgedng
and planning process is essenrial ro demonstrate a reasonab(e celadonship between new
development and the use of fee revenues as follows:
• Paik facilides impact fee revenues should only be used fot:
- Acquisidon of additional parkland;
- Development of unimpxoved parkland with park and recxeadon facilides; and
- Expansion oc addition of new park and recreadon facilities to e~sring
improved paikland to enable more inrensive use.
The City should substantiallv program all fee cevenues and fund balances on an annual basis
to specific capital piojects even if for a ceserve while sufficient funds are raised to complete
the project Commitung fees in this manner would enable the Ci[y to hold fee zevenues fox
as long as necessary to collect suEficient funds to complete a capital project wi[hout the
chxeat of having to xefund uncommitted fund balances to pxopexty ownexs.
Inflation Adjustments
The City should idend£y appropriate infladon indexes and should adjust the fee for inIlauon
annually. To calculate the fee inceeases the City would use [he unit cost shares shown in
Table 3.3 to ~veight the index. The Ciry could use a pcoperty appxaisal pcocess co adjust the
la~d acquisidon component of the paxk facilities impact fee. Fox unprovemenc costs the Ciry
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Park FadliJie.r Impa~tFee
could use its recent capital project expexience or an index fxom a xeputable souxce such as
the Constcuction Cost Index found in the Engineering New.r Recard publicauon.
Compliance With Statutory Accounting and
Reporting Requirements
The City should comply with the accoundng and repotting requitements of the bliugation
Fee Act in g66001(d) and ~66006. The Citv should establish sepaxate fec ievenue accounts
for the park faciliues impact fee. Interest earned on fund balances should be cxedited to ehe
account. - .
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5. I~ntigatiora Fee Act
To guide the uridespread unposidon of development nnpact fees, the Sta~e Legislamre
adopted the Midgation Fee Act (the Act) with Assembly Bill 1600 in 1987 and subsequent
amendments. The Act, contained in Ca1'rfornia Government Code Secrions 66000 through 66025,
establishes requicements on local agencies far the unposidon and adminis~adon of
development fees. The Act requires local agencies to document five findings when adopdng
a fee. .
The five sfatutory findings requiied for adoption of tlie ma~ciinum jusufied park facilities
impacc fees documented in chis repoct are presenced in ttus secdon and suppoited in detail
by the othex informarion presented in this Tepott. All statutory references ace to the Act.
Purpose of Fee
For the first finding, the City must:
Identify the purpose of the fee. (§6600](a)(1))
The purpose of,the pack faciliues impact fee is to pxovide a funding source fxom new
development fox parks ro serve new developmenc. The fee advances a legidmate interest oF
the Cit~~ by enabling the City to pzovide park services to new development.
Use of Fee Revenues
For the second finding, the City musr.
Identify the use to which the fee is to be put. If the use is financing public facilities,
the facilides shall be identified. That identification may, buc need not, be made by
reference to a capital unprovement plan as specified in Secuo~ 65403 oz 66002, may
be made in applicable general or specific plan requiTements, ox may be made in othec
public documents that idendfy the public facilities for which the fee is chazged.
(~66001(a) (2))
The park facilides unpact fee would fund expanded park facilities ro seroe new development.
All facilities would be located within the City of Axcadia. These facilities could include:
• Pazkland;
• Adjacent stseet unprovements;
• Typical pack imptovements including but not limited ro landscaping, irrigadon,
play structures, benches, pa[hways, fences, and parking;
• Special use facilides and s~mccures such as restrooms, sparts complexes, and
buildings;
• Financing wsts associared with any of the above.
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Benefit Relationship
Foi the third, finding, the City musr.
Determine how there is a xeasonable reladonship between the fee's use and the n~pe
of developmenc project on which the fee is imposed. (g66001(a)(3))
The City• would restrict fee xecenues to the acquisidon of parkland, construction of adjacent
street icnpxovements; conscrucdon of park impxovements, special use facilities and strucmres
on parkland or Schools, and financing costs, if anv, associated with these expendituxes. Park
facilides £unded by ~he fee would provide a cin~vide nenvork of services accessible to the
additional reside~ts and workers associated wi~h new developmenc Thus, there is a
reasonable relationship between the use oE Eee revenues and the new development that
would pay the fee.
Burden Relationship
For the fouxth finding, the City~ must:
Detecmine how thece is a xeasonable teladonship between the need for the public
facility and the rype of development pxoject on ~vhich the fee is imposed.
(~66001(a)(4))
Sen2ce populadon provides an indicator of the demand fox the park facilides needed to
accommodate growth. The total demand fox park facilides is calculated based on residents
associated wi[h development The need for the fee is based on the facility standards
identified in this xeport. The facility standacds cepresent the level of seroice that the Ciry
plans to provide its cesidents.
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Proportionality
For the fifth finding, the Ciry must:
Park FaaGtiu lmf~art Fee
Detemnne how there is a ceasonable relauonship between the amount of
the fee and the cost of the public facilic~~ oT poruon of the public faciliry
attributable to the development on which the Eee is imposed.
(gGG001(b))
The ceasonable celadonship between the public facilities fee for a specific development
project and the cost of the facilides attributable to that project is based on the estimated size
of the sen~ice populadon that the pzoject will accommodate. The rotal fee for a specific
project is based on its size as measured by building squaze feet The fee schedule converts
the estimated service Population that a development project will accommodate into a fee
based on the size of the projecc Largex projects of a cextain land use rype will have a higher
seroice populauon and pay a higher fee than smallec projeccs of the same land use rype.
Thus, che fee schedule ensures a xeasonable relationship between the public facilities fee for
a specific development project and the cost of the facilides attributable to that pcoject.
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Attachment B
PROPOSED FUTURE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
PROJECT COST
1. Foothills Middle School Joint Use Gymnasium (Design & Construction)** $ 1,500,000
2. First Avenue Middle School Athletic Field Lighting** $ 150,000
3. Convert Civic Center Athletic Field to all weather surFace $ 900,000
4. Longden Park Baseball Field Athletic Lighting $ 150,000
5. Civic Center Renovation Plan - Phase II Multi-Purpose Recreation
& Meeting Center with designated areas for pre-school children and
Teenagers $ 8,000,000
6. Windsor Baseball Field at Hugo Reid Park Athletic Lighting $ 150,000
7. Lojeski Basebalf Field at Eisenhower Park Athletic Lighting $ 750,000
8. Central Computerized Field Lighting System $ 60,000
9. Wilderness Park Nature Center Expansion $ 450,000
10. Addition of Restrooms to Newcastle Park Utility Building $ 69,500
11. Addition of Restrooms to Tierra Verde Park Utility Building $ 69,500
12. Add Playground Equipment to Fairview Avenue Park $ 65,000
13. Add Playground Equipment to Forest Avenue Park $ 65,000
14. Add a Group Picnic Shelter to Eisenhower Park $ 25,700
Tota( $11,804,700
~*Funds have already been appropriated for these projects in the 20~7-2012 Capital
Improvement Plan Budget
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49:0137
CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2007
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Segal called the Special Meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEMBERS:
PRESENT: Council/Agency Member Amundson, Chandler, Harbicht, Wuo and Segal
ABSENT: None
CLOSED SESSIONISTUDY SESSION PUBLIC COMMENTS (5 minutes per person)
None
CLOSED SESSION
a. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 to confer with labor
negotiators.
City Negotiators: William W. Floyd, Tracey Hause and Mike Casalou.
Employee Organization: Arcadia Police Officers' Association.
b. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a) to confer with legal
counsel regarding the case of John Cuevas v. City of Arcadia, Los
Angeles Superior Case No. BC367387.
STUDY SESSION
a. Report, discussion and direction regarding Traffic and Transportation
Issues.
City Engineer Phil Wray gave a report regarding 5 major components relating to traffic
management in the City. He discussed the City's Transportation Master Plan,
Transportation Impact Fee Program, Traffic Signal Operations, Computerized Traffic
Control Systems and the Tra~c Advisory Committee.
b. Report, discussion and direction regarding City Investment Policy.
Administrative Services Director Tracey Hause provided a report of the City's
Investment policy and noted that the City's investment advisor, MBIA along with City
staff are recommending changes to the City's current Investment Policy. She
summarized the purpose of the investment policy, provided an overview of the City's
portfolio, LAIF rates and discussed some of the significant changes to the Policy being
recommended by the investment advisor.
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In response to a suggestion by Mayor Pro Tem Harbicht, Tracey Hause responded that
the words "including the waited average rate of return" will be added to the first
paragraph of the Reporting Section of the Investment Policy.
c. Presentation of initial review of the proposed new City Hall project and
schematic designs.
Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director pon Penman provided an
update on the proposed new City Hall schematic design phase. He noted that Martha
Eros, Transportation Services Officer and Phil Wray, City Engineer are leading the staff
team and have gathered input from the various departments and staff at City Hall. He
also noted that the Public Works Services Department staff will be responsible for the
operation and maintenance of the building. He introduced the Project Team of
Steinberg Architects who provided an overview of the design process, the proposed
location for the new City Hall, the configuration and image of the proposed building.
The Architects provided several examples of public buildings for City Council input.
Some members of the City Council stated that they would like to see openness and
traditional in the new City Hall though there was a feeling it should fit in.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING TO OPEN
SESSION
Mayor Segal convened the Regular Meeting at 7:10 p.m. in the Council Chamber.
INVOCATION
Reverend Dan Earp, Amazing Grace Congregational Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Tracey Hause, Administrative Services Director
ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCILIREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEMBERS:
PRESENT: Council/Agency Member Amundson, Chandler, Harbicht, Wuo and Segal
ABSENT: None
REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY/AGENCY COUNSEL ON CLOSED
SESSION/STUDY SESSION ITEMS
City Attorney Steve Deitsch reported that the City Council/Redevelopment Agency
Board met in a special closed session meeting to consider the two items listed on the
posted agenda. No reportable action was taken.
Mr. Deitsch also reported that at the Study Session, the City Council/Redevelopment
Agency Board heard a report regarding the City's Transportation Master Plan,
Transportation Impact Fee Impact Program, Traffic Signal Operations, Computerized
Traffic Control Systems and the Traffic Advisory Committee, no action was taken; the
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City Council also considered an overview of the City's Investment Policy which will be
considered on the regular agenda under City Manager, no action was taken; and the
City Council considered a presentation by architects and staff of an initial review of the
proposed new City Hall project and schematic designs, no reportable action was taken.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
None
MOTION TO READ ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS BY TITLE ONLY AND
WAIVE THE READING IN FULL
A motion was made by Council/Agency Member Amundson, seconded by
Council/Agency Member Chandler and carried on roll call vote to read all ordinances
and resolutions by title only and w2ive the reading in full.
PRESENTATIONS
a. Proclamation in honor of Arcadia Festival of Bands Month.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Michael Cappello appeared and spoke regarding a parking citation he received which
was upheld.
At the request of Mayor Segal, Mr. Kelly responded to Mr. Cappello's comments and
directed him to speak with Police Chief Sanderson who was in attendance at the
meeting.
1. CITY CLERK'S REPORTS
a. APPOINTMENT TO RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION.
Recommended Action: Make appointment to fill unexpired term.
City Clerk Jim Barrows presented the staff report regarding the appointment to the
Recreation and Parks Commission and provided an overview of the options in order to
fill the vacancy on the Recreation and Parks Commission created by the resignation of
Janet Chew.
Mayor Segal suggested that Patti Anderson move into the unexpired term of Janet
Chew which expires June 30, 2011 which was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Harbicht and
seconded by Council Member Chandler.
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A motion was made by Council/Agency Member Harbicht, seconded by Council/Agency
Member Chandler and carried on roll call vote to move Patti Anderson into the
unexpired term of Janet Chew to tlie Recreation and Parks Commission which expires
June 30, 2011.
AYES: Council/Agency Members Harbicht, Chandler, Amundson, Wuo and Segal
NOES: None
ABSENT None
Regarding the vacancy on the Recreation and Parks Commission created by moving
Patti Anderson to fill the remainder of Janet Chew's term, Mayor Pro Tem Harbicht
nominated Steve Phillipi and Council Member Wuo nominated Smith Choi.
A motion was made by Council/Agency Member Chandler to appoint Steve Phillipi to
the Recreation and Parks Commission to fill the remainder of Patti Anderson's term
which expires June 30, 2008.
AYES: Council/Agency Members Chandler, Harbicht and Segal
NOES: Council/Agency Members Amundson and Wuo
ABSENT None
REPORTS FROM THE MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND CITY CLERK
Council Member Amundson commented that he attended a very educational ride along
with the Planning Commission to view the City's design review process; he attended the
Chinese Association Fundraiser with other members of the City Council; he read a
couple of excerpts from the police blotter regarding vehicle thefts and encouraged all
citizens not to leave valuables in the car; he commented that recently one of his family
members became a victim by leaving a purse in the car; he noted that Homeland
Security has an "e-verify" site that employers can electronically verify citizenship status
of new employees. In response to a question by Council Member Amundson, Mr. Kelly
responded that he was not familiar with the Homeland Security website. Council
Member Amundson suggested that the City should take advantage of the website and
inquired how the City can verify citizenship of those employees hired by contractors
who contract with the City. In response to Council Member Amundson's question, Mr.
Kelly advised that he will discuss this issue with the City Attorney. He announced the
drop off locations for unwrapped toys for the Toys for Tots program for needy children at
Christmas time; and he announced that Sunday is Veteran's Day and read a scripture
by Daniel Webster and thanked past and present veterans for guarding and defending
our liberty.
Council Member Chandler commented on a recent photograph in the Star News during
the recent fires that showed Arcadia Fire Fighters assisting in the Silverado Canyon fire;
and he also noted that several Arcadia Police Officers assisted in a special task force
that worked with various police agencies.
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Council Member Wuo noted that there have been a lot of real estate signs around town
advertising open houses and urged all realtors in town to obey the City Codes
conceming the use of flags, balloons and the number of real estate signs that can be
put up; he noted the construction on Duarte Road and urged citizens to avoid the area.
He thanked Congressman Drier for assisting a Taiwanese dance group who sold over
10,000 tickets and were scheduled to come to the United States to perform and
subsequently had problems in obtaining their visas due to the passing of their attorney.
Mayor Pro Tem Harbicht commented on the study session item regarding traffic issues
in the City; he noted that fiber optics were installed in most of the key traffic signals in
the City under the streets; he noted that cameras were installed at intersections that will
allow City staff to see traffic issues at those areas. He noted the remodeling of homes
throughout the City and asked staff if there was a time frame for homeowners to
complete construction because property maintenance often times suffers during this
construction period.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem HarbichYs inquiry regarding construction time frames,
Mr. Kelly explained the process regarding time frames for completion of construction
projects and advised that he will work with the City Attomey regarding altematives for
new ordinances and alternative code compliance options.
Mayor Segal announced information and the date for the 2007 Holiday Home
Decoration Awards; and he appointed Mayor Pro Tem Harbicht to the Sanitation District
to serve as the alternate effective December 1, 2007.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ITEMS:
a. REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF OCTOBER 16, 2007.
Recommended Action: Approve
CITY COUNCIL ITEMS:
b. REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF OCTOBER 16, 2007.
Recommended Action: Approve
c. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A ONE (11 YEAR
CONTRACT EXTENSION WITH GENERAL PUMP COMPANY, INC. TO
PROVIDE PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AND REPAIR
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Recommended Action: Approve
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d. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A ONE (11 YEAR
CONTRACT EXTENSION WITH GRACE BUILDING MAINTENANCE
COMPANY. INC. FOR JANITaRIAL AND PORTER SERVICES AT
VARIOUS CITY FACILITIES IN THE AMOUNT OF $326,470.
Recommended Action: Approve
e. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO
THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH URBAN
GRAFFITI FOR AN ADDITIONAL THREE (31 YEARS FOR GRAFFITI
REMOVAL SERVICES.
Recommended Action: Approve
REJECT ALL PROPOSALS SUBMITTED FOR LABORATORY TESTING
SERVICES OF CITY WATER SAMPLES AND DIRECT STAFF TO
SOLICIT NEW PROPOSALS.
Recommended Action: Approve
APPROVE A REVISED JOB SPECIFICATIONS FOR COMMUNITY
SERVICES OFFICER.
Recommended Action: Approve
RESOLUTION NO. 6595 ESTABLISHING DATES TIME AND LOCATION
FOR ARCADIA BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION MEETINGS
Recommended Action: Adopt
j. ORDINANCE N0. 2232 AMENDING ARTICLE III OF THE ARCADIA
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO FIRE REGULATIONS AND
ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2007 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA
FIRE CODE IN ITS ENTIRETY INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES BASED
Recommended Action: Introduce
k. ORDINANCE NO. 2233 AMENDING ARTICLE VIII OF THE ARCADIA
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO BUILDING REGULATIONS AND
ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2007 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA
BUILDING STANDARDS CODE (CALIFORNIA CODE OF
REGULATIONS. TITLE 24)~ INCLUDING THE 2007 CALIFORNIA
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CODE: THE 2007 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE~ THE 2007
CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE• THE 2007 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING
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Recommended Action: Approve
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CODE; THE 2007 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE;
TOGETHER WITH CERTAIN ADDITIONS. INSERTIONS, DELETIONS
AND CHANGES THERETO: AND FURTHER AMENDING THE ARCADIA
MUNICIPAL CODE BY RELOCATING CHAPTER 8. PART 3 OF
OF ARTICLE VIII CONCERNING SECURITY BARS.
Recommended Action: Introduce
ACCEPT $15 000 GIFT FROM THE FRIENDS OF THE ARCADIA
PUBLIC LIBRARY FOR PROGRAMS AND MATERIALS FOR TEENS.
Recommended Action: Approve
m. ACCEPT ALL WORK PERFORMED BY WEST VALLEY
CONSTRUCTION FOR THE 2006-2007 WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT
PROJECT AS COMPLETE AND AUTHORIZE THE FINAL PAYMENT TO
BE MADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS.
Recommended Action: Approve
n. APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF NEW FURNISHINGS AND
EQUIPMENT FOR THE NEW FIRE STATION 105 HEADQUARTERS.
Recommended Action: Waive the formal bidding process and approve the
purchase of new furnishings and equipment for a total of $445,000
including a contingency of $24,500 and appropriate $60,000 from the
Capital Qutlay Fund to apply to thes~ purchases.
o. RESOLUTION NO. 6596 ADOPTING A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY
METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY TO RECEIVE
PROPOSITION C 5% TRANSIT SECURITY FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR
2007-2008.
Recommended Action: Adopt
Mayor Pro Tem Harbicht pulled Consent Calendar Item 2.o for discussion and would
like to make a comment only on Item 2.1.
A motion was made by Council/Agency Member Chandler, seconded by
Council/Agency Member Amundson and carried on roll call. vote to approve items 2.a
through 2.n on the City Council/Agency Consent Calendar.
AYES: Council/Agency Members Chandler, Amundson, Harbicht, Wuo and Segal
NOES: None
ABSENT None
ABSTAIN: Council/Agency Members Harbicht and Segal (abstained Items 2.a and
2.b)
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Mayor Pro Tem Harbicht commented on the commitment by the Friends of the Library
to donate $15,000 to the Library for materials and programming for teens; he thanked
the Friends of the Library on behalf of himself and the entire City Council and noted that
the gift from the Friends of Library are extra funds which have no impact on the money
allocated to the Library by the City Council.
In response to an inquiry by Mayor Pro Tem Harbicht regarding the City's allocation of
Proposition C funds for security, Martha Eros, Transportation Services Officer explained
that the money is discretionary and is based on a countywide distribution formula
allocation process for transit operators. She noted that the City has received this
annual allocation of funds since the security program was implemented in 1999 and that
the discretionary money is in addition to the local return money received annually. She
also explained that the formula for the discretionary funds is established by the MTA.
In response to another question by Mayor Pro Tem Harbicht, Assistant City
ManagedDevelopment Services Director pon Penman responded that based on the
way the formula is currently allocated; the City is receiving its fair share based on
population and passenger numbers. Mr. Penman noted that cities are always trying to
lobby to influence the formulas and noted that if the City felt the formulas the MTA were
establishing or changing did not support the City, then it would be brought before the
City Council and a letter would be sent from the City Manager to the MTA Board. He
added that if the MTA changes the formula for all transit operators the City would
participate with the Bus Operators sub committee.
A motion was made by Council/Agency Member Harbicht, seconded by Council/Agency
Member Amundson and carried on roll call vote to approve item 2.0 on the City
Council/Agency Consent Calendars.
AYES: Council/Agency Members Harbicht, Amundson Chandler, Wuo and Segal
NOES: None
ABSENT None
3. CITY MANAGER
a. APPROVE CITY INVESTMENT POLICY
Recommended Action: Approve
Administrative Services Director Tracey Hause provided an overview of the City's
current Investment policy and noted that the City's investment advisor, MBIA along with
City staff is recommending changes. She announced that during study session
discussion, Mayor Pro Tem Harbicht suggested that in the Reporting section of the
Policy the words "including waited average rate of return" be added to the opening
paragraph.
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A motion was made by Council/Agency Member Chandler, seconded by
Council/Agency Member Harbicht and carried on roll call vote to approve the City's
Investment Policy with changes.
AYES: Council/Agency Members Chandler, Harbicht, Amundson, Wuo, and
Segal
NOES: None
ABSENT None
b. APPROVE THE DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND SCHEDULE. GOALS AND
ORGANIZATION ELEMENT OF THE SEWER SYSTEM MANAGEMENT
PLAN REQUIRED BY THE STATEWIDE GENERAL WASTE
DISCHARGE REQUIREMENTS ORDER NO. 2006-003.
Recommended Action: Approve
Public Works Services Director Pat Malloy summarized the new storm drain and sewer
regulations adopted by the State of Califomia Water Resources Control Board which
apply to all public sewer systems. He discussed the purpose of the regulations and
advised that as part of the City's Sewer Master Plan, the regulations were discussed
with the City Council last year. He explained that the regulations will assist agencies in
minimizing the frequency and impacts of a sewer system overflow and a mechanism to
control the flow of sewage in the event of a back up.
Deputy Public Works Services Director Tom Tait summarized the Statewide General
Waste Discharge Requirement which requires all public wastewater collection system
agencies in the State to document their sanitary sewer system activities. He explained
that the City is in the process of developing its own Sewer System Management Plan
(SSMP) in order to comply with State regulations; he noted that all elements in the
development and implementation of the SSMP must be approved by the City Council
and then certified by the State. He noted that in May 20o6, at a City Council Study
Session, staff presented the Sewer Master Plan update and Hydraulic Modeling report
along with the State's adoption of the Waste Discharge Requirement for sanitary sewer
overflows.
A motion was made by Council/Agency Member Chandler, seconded by
Council/Agency Member Harbicht and carried on roll call vote to approve the
Development Plan and Schedule, Goals and Organization element of the Sewer System
Management Plan required by the Statewide General Waste Discharge Requirements
Order No 2006-003.
AYES: Council/Agency Members Chandler
NOES: None
ABSENT None
Harbicht, Amundson, Wuo and Segal
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Mr. Malloy commended the field staff who maintain the system and thanked them for ali
their hard work and efforts.
c. RESOLUTION NO. 6597 ADOPTING THE CITY OF ARCADIA PARKS
AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN.
Recommended Action: Adopt
Recreation and Community Services Director Roberta White presented the staff report
regarding the purpose of a Recreation and Parks Master Plan. She advised that at the
Study Session meeting of October 2, 2007, the City Council referred this matter to the
Recreation and Parks Commission for their input; and noted that at their meeting of
October 10, 2007 they recommended City Council approval. She noted that because
the City had no formal parks and recreation master plan, and information regarding
parks and recreation facilities were in a variety of different sources, the Public Works
Services Department and Recreation and Community Services staff saw the benefit of
consolidating all the City's studies and reports into one document. She advised that
through feedback from the community, the most important facility was the need of a
community gymnasium, additional lighted facilities for outdoor evening activities,
especially sports fields, and converting the Civic Center Athletic Field into an all weather
turf, an additional multi purchase recreation and meeting room that could be used for
classes, pre-school and teenage activities including a performing arts center. She
advised that at the November 20, 2007 City Council meeting, a public hearing regarding
the implementation of a park facility impact fee which will fund future parks and facilities
for future growth will be considered:
A motion was made by Council/Agency Member Harbicht, seconded by Council/Agency
Member Amundson and carried on roll call vote to adopt Resolution No. 6597 adopting
the City of Arcadia Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
AYES: Council/Agency Members Harbicht, Amundson, Chandler, Wuo and Segal
NOES: None
ABSENT None
ADJOURNMENT
The City Council/Redevelopment Agency adjourned this meeting at 8:30 p.m. to
November 20, 2007 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber Conference Room located
at 240 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia.
James Barrows, City Clerk
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Public Works Services Department
DATE: November 20, 2007
TO: Mayor and City Council '
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Prepared by: Lubomir Tomaier, Principal Ci I Eng eer
Ken Herman, Associate Civil Engineer
SUBJECT:
SUMMARY
The Water Master Plan recommends the construction of a new booster pump station at
the Camino Real Facility (Attachment). Construction of the pump station is included in
the 2006-2007 Capital Improvement Program. This facility serves as a critical link to the
overall operation of the City's water system by pumping water from lower elevations in
the City to the Orange Grove reservoirs where it continues to be distributed throughout
the City's water system.
On November 1, 2007, sealed bids were opened for the Construction of the Camino
Real Booster Pump Station. Nine (9) bids were received. Staff has reviewed the lowest
bid, which was submitted by Pacific Hydrotech Corporation, and has found the bid to be
satisfactory.
Staff recommends that the City Council award a construction contract in the amount of
$1,798,550 to Pacific Hydrotech Corporation for this project and award a purchase
order to Southern California Edison for the upgrade of electric service in the amount of
$31,060.80.
BACKGROUND
The Camino Real booster pump system works in conjunction with the St. Joseph
booster pump system to pump water to the Orange Grove facility (Zone 3 supply) and is
a critical component of the City's water distribution system. The Camino Real Facility
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Recommendation: Approve
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November 20, 2007
currently operates two booster pump systems built in the 1950's that boost pressure in
the municipal water distribution system from the City's pressure Zone 4 to pressure
Zone 3. By doing this, water is pushed uphill from wells in the lower parts of the City, to
the Orange Grove Reservoir facility where it continues to be distributed throughout the
City by additional pumps and reservoirs.
The existing Camino pumping station does not e~ciently provide for the current needs
of the system due to the age of the equipment and the configuration of the existing
piping. The new pumping station has been designed to consolidate the onsite
equipment, improve the piping hydraulics, and provide higher efficiency pumps and
motors.
Additionally, replacement of the two older electric services with one new transformer
and electric service is included in this project. Since the transformer and primary cable
and ducts leading from the electrical distribution system to the new facility are the
property of Southern California Edison, the design and installation of the new electrical
service will be done by Southern California Edison. Staff has worked with the Edison
Planner and the cost associated with this work is $31,060.80.
DISCUSSION
Plans and specifications were originally prepared for the Camino Real Booster Pump
Station in 2001, following the recommendations of the Water Master Plan. Due to the
aggressive upgrades to the City water system that were going on at this time, such as
the construction of the St. Joseph reservoir, Chapman Well No.7, and preparation for
the construction of the Santa Anita Reservoir No.4, construction of the Camino Real
Booster Pump Station was postponed until 2006.
Notices Inviting Bids for this project were published in the adjudicated paper and trade
journals. Fifteen (15) Class A engineering construction firms attended the mandatory
pre-bid conference with nine (9) firms submitting bids. As advertised, the City Clerk
publicly opened the sealed bids on November 1, 2007 with the following results:
RANK FIRM Price
1 Pacific Hydrotech Corp. $ 1,798,550.00
2 Socal Pacific Construction Corp. $ 1,806,777.00
3 DenBoer Engineering and Constr. $ 1,824,501.00
4 Schuler Engineering Corp. $ 1,826,750.00
5 Fleming Environmental, Inc. $ 1,938,236.00
6 MMC, Inc. $ 1,946,551.00
7 PPC Construction, Inc $ 2,154,011.00
8 Atlas-Allied, Inc. $ 2,242,057.45
9 4-Con Engineering, Inc. $ 2,261,925.00
Staff has reviewed the bid documents submitted by the lowest responsive bidder,
Pacific Hydrotech Corporation, for content and investigated the contractors' background
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and recent projects for competency. Staff has concluded that Pacific Hydrotech
Corporation is the lowest responsive bidder to perform this work.
Therefore staff recommends that the City Council award a contract in the amount of
$1,798,550.00 to Pacific Hydrotech Corporation for construction of the Camino Real
Booster Pump Station project.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
This project involves the replacement of the existing 8,691 GPM Camino Real booster
pump system with a new 7,050 GPM booster pump system. The new system will be
located on the same site as the existing system and will serve the same purpose, with
substantially the same capacity as the existing system, and therefore meets the
requirements of a Class 2 Categorical Exemption, as described in of Article 19, Section
15302 (c) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
FISCAL IMPACT
$2,070,000 is budgeted in the 2006-2007 Capital Improvement Program for the
construction of the Camino Real Booster Pump Station. The distribution of funds
provides $1,800,000 towards construction and $270,000 towards inspection, material
testing and contingencies, which will include the electric service upgrade by Southern
California Edison.
RECOMMENDATION
1. Award a contract in the amount of $1,798,550.00 to Pacific Hydrotech
Corporation for the construction of the Camino Real Booster Pump Station.
2. Award a purchase order to Southern California Edison in the amount of
$31,060.80 to upgrade the electric service on the property.
3. Waive any informalities in the bid or bidding process.
4. Authorize the City Manager and City Clerk to execute a contract iri a form
approved by the City Attorney.
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Administrative Services Department
DATE: November 20, 2007
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Tracey L. Hause, Administrative Services Direct~
Phillip A. Wray, City Engineer
SUBJECT: A~propriate $912,027 of State Proposition 1 B Bond Funds: Local Street
and Road Funds for Santa Anita Avenue Improvements
Recommendation: Approve
SUMMARY
The California State Budget Bill for the 2007-08 FY included a$600,000 million
appropriation for cities and counties from the Local Streets and Roads Account
contained in Proposition 1 B, the Transportation Bond approved by voters in November
2006. The City of Arcadia's allocation is $912,027. Projects funded with this
appropriation must be included in the entities budget or addendums to the existing
budget. The recommended action appropriating the funds will meet this requirement.
The City proposes to apply the funding to its Arterial Street Rehabilitation Program. The
next highest priority arterial street project in the program is Santa Anita Avenue from
Duarte Road to Longden Avenue. Staff recommends that the City Council appropriate
$912,027 in State Proposition 1 B funding for this project.
BACKGROUND
The Bill includes a three-year use it or lose it provision that specifically requires the
funds to be expended with three fiscal years after the fiscal year in which the Controller
makes the allocation.
The language contained in Proposition 1 B is very broad with respect to eligible uses of
the bond proceeds. The bond language states that the proceeds can be used for
"projecfs that will assist in reducing local traffic congestion and further deterioration,
improving traffic flows, or increasrng traffc safety that may include, buf not be limited to,
street and highway pavement maintenance, rehabilitation, installation, construction and
reconstruction of necessary associated facilities such as drainage and traffic contro!
devices, or the maintenance, rehabilitation, installation, construction and reconstruction
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of facilities that expand ridership on transit systems, safety projects to reduce fatalities,
or as a local match to obtain state or federal transportation funds for similar purposes."
DISCUSSION
The City intends to use its share of the proposition 1 B funding to accelerate its Arterial
Street Rehabilitation Program (ASRP). The ASRP is part of the City's Pavement
Management Program, which annually updates arterial pavement conditions and
establishes priorities for rehabilitation. The City annually appropriates approximately
$600,000 in Proposition C funds for the ASRP, but the funding is only able to cover a
relatively short section of an arterial roadway. The last two year's projects covered the
eastbound lanes of Huntington Drive from Michillinda Blvd. to Holly Avenue. The City
proposes to use the Proposition 1B money to fund a combination of the next highest
priority projects. The project scope will be Santa Anita Avenue from Duarte Road to
Longden Avenue.
The project wiA include grinding the old asphalt and replacing it with a new pavement
surface, full-depth asphait repair at various locations, installation of new handicapped
ramps, traffic signal improvements at Santa Anita and Longden Ave. and various
concrete curb and gutter replacement. The City will start the Plan and specification
process immediately and construction is anticipated for late spring and early summer of
2008.
FISCAL IMPACT
The City will have an additional $912,027 in resources for a street maintenance project
on Santa Anita Ave from Duarte Road to Longden Avenue for the 2007-08 FY. The
requirements of Proposition 16 do not include a local matching requirement. Current
City resources will not need to be diverted to complete this project.
RECOMMENDATION
!t is recommended the City Council:
Appropriate $912,027 of State Proposition 16 Bond Funds: Local Street
and Road Funds for Santa Anita Avenue Improvements.
APPROVED:
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William R. Kelly, City Manager
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DATE: November 20, 2007
Administrative Services Department
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Tracey L. Hause, Administrative Services Directc '~
By: Michael A. Casalou, Human Resources Administrator ~~
SUBJECT: Classification Specifications for Public Works Office Coordinator
Recommended Action: Approve
SUMMARY
It is recommended that the City Council approve the revision to the job specifications of
Public Works Technician by changing the job title to Public Works Office Coordinator.
DISCUSSION
The Public Works Technician provides highly responsible and complex administrative,
technical, and secretarial functions for the Public Works Services Director and
management staff. In an effort to fill the current Public Works Technician vacancy, the
City has conducted two separate recruitments in 2007 without successfully filling the
position. Both recruitments produced very few applicants for the position.
After several discussions between Human Resources, Public Works and the City's
classification consultant, staff is of the belief the current job titie of Public Works
Technician is likely being viewed as an engineering or other field position, and thus
could explain the low applicant pool. Staff is recommending changing the job title to
Public Works Office Coordinator. The change to the job title is the only change being
recommended to the class specifications at this time.
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The Human Resources Commission reviewed and approved this item on November 5,
2007.
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FISCAL IMPACT
No salary change for this position is being recommended at this time.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended the City Council:
Approve the attached revised job specifications for Public Works Office
Coordinator.
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William R. Kelly, City Manager
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CITY OF ARCADIA
PUBLIC WORKS OFFICE COORDINATOR
Under direction, to perform a variety of highly responsible and complex adu~inistrative,
technical, and secretarial functions for the Public Works Services Director and
management staff; to provide administrative assistance in assembling, compiling, and
summarizing information for deparhmental reports and projects; to issue pemuts; and to
process professional services agreements, maintenance contracts and capital improvement
projects for the department.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
May exercise technical and funcdonal supervision over clerical support staff.
EXAMPLES OF Il14PORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Respond to inquiries and complaints from the general public; interpret regulations,
policies, and procedures; process applications.
Supervise, organize, and manage all office acdvities; provide recommendations for
changes in programs, policy or procedures and to improve efficiency and cost-
effecdveness of operations.
Act as liaison between department head, administrative staff, city ofFicials, department and
city administrative personnel, visitors, and the public. '
Oversee department payroll, outgoing correspondence, bid documents, issuance of
excavation and fire hydrant pemuts and water meter clearance applications.
Coordinate standpipe inspections for contractors.
Act as liaison between contractors, insurance companies and the Ciry for the execudon of
contracts and agreements for the department.
Prepare, coordinate, and process agenda reports, ordinances, resolutions, and professional
services agreement contracts.
Prepaze and coordinate requests for proposals, requests for qualifications, maintenance
contracts, and capital improvement project contracts for the department.
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Transcribe dicta6on from notes or machine recordings; administer access for the
department phone system.
Supervise, train, and evaluate clerical staff.
Relieve department head of a variety of adnunistradve details; independently respond to
rourine letters and general correspondence; compose and prepare letters, memoranda, and
reports pertaining to standard policies; prepare employee injury reports and personnel
action forms. -
Research, compile and analyze data for assigned special projects and reports.
Recommend organizational or procedural changes, improvements in workflow, and use of
equipment and forms.
Assist in the prepararion and monitoring of assigned budgets including compiling annual
budget requests, recommending expenditure requests for designated accounts, and
monitoring approved budget accounts; review the financial condition of assigned prograzns
and recommend and initiate corrective acdon to ensure financial integriry.
Serve as a primary resource and informarion source regarding deparfinent and program
policies, procedures, objectives, and operational functions; receive and interview office
visitors and telephone callers; answer quesrions and provide information where judgment,
lrnowledge, and interpretation skills aze utilized, especially in the proper handling of
confidential information or files; resolve complaints; refer inquiry calls to appropriate
source as necessary. ~
Collect, compile, and analyze information from vazious sources on a variety of specialized
topics related to prograzns in assigned azea; write reports which present and interpret data,
identify alternatives and make and justify recommendations.
Organize the flow of communication through the assigned office with Ciry staff, news
media, the general public,'businesses, and other agencies.
Assist and coordinate a variety of deparhnent and progam operarions; maintain control
files on matters in progress and expedite the'u completion; serve on committees as
assigned.
Initiate and maintain a variery of files and records for information related to the
department and programs including financial, budget, personnel, operational and
administrative records; maintain and update resource materials.
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Public Works O~ce Coordinator (Continued)
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Operate modern o~ce machines and equipment including word processors, typewriters,
printers, copiers, calculators, and FAX machines; routinely use a full range of word
processing and spreadsheet computer softwaze applications.
Order, receive, inventory, store, and distribute supplies, forms, and related items; prepare
purchase orders; contact vendors and suppliers as needed; maintain related records.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and related ac6vities; attend workshops,
conferences, and classes to increase professional lmowledge.
OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES
Perform telated duries and responsibilities as assigned.
JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Office management principles.
Principles and practices of accounting, bookkeeping, budget development and
administration.
Principles and pracdces of fiscal, statistical, and adminisuative data collection and
report prepazation. ,
Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation
of programs, policies, and operational needs.
Modem o~ce procedures, methods, and equipment including computer equipment
and applicable softwaze programs.
English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.
Principles and practices of business letter writing.
Principles and procedures of Public Works record keeping methods.
Principles and techniques used in dealing with the public.
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Public Works O~ce Coordinator (Continued)
Paee 4 of 6
Word processing methods, techniques, and programs including spreadsheet and
data base applications.
Practices used in minute taking and prepazation.
Mathematica] principles.
Personnel rules and regulations.
Municipal purchasing regularions, professional services retention guidelines, and
standard specifications for Public Works construcrion contracu.
Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluations.
Principles and practices of modem administradve support.
Operations and functions of municipal government.
Sltill to:
Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment.
Type at a speed of 60 words per minute and enter data at a speed necessary for
successfuljob performance.
Operate a motor vehicle safely.
Transcribe recorded minutes.
Abilitv to:
I.earn, interpret, and apply pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and
regulations including administradve and deparhnental policies and procedures.
Reseazch, compile, analyze, interpret and prepaze a variety of fiscal, statisrical and
administrative reports.
Compile, tabulate, and analyze data and information and prepaze summaries and
reports; make sound recommenda6ons.
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Public Works O~ce Coordinator (Continued)
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IndependenUy interpret a variety of wmplex policies and procedures.
Develop operating procedures to implement programs and policies.
Read, understand, apply, and explain technical policies and procedural
requirements.
Perform responsible and difficult administrative work involving the use of
independent judgment and personal inidative.
Work under limited supervision within a broad framework of standard policies and
procedures.
Understand the organizadon and operaGon of the City and of outside agencies as
necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.
Respond to quesdons from the public and City personnel regarding policies and
procedures for the assigned azea.
Work cooperatively with other deparcments, divisions, City officials, contractors,
outside agencies, and the public.
Analyze situations carefully and adopt effective courses of action.
Maintain confidendal data and information.
Independendy prepaze conespondence, memoranda, and minutes of ineetings.
Perform mathematical computations quickly and accurately.
Plan and organize work to meet schedules and timelines.
Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to
changing situations and needs.
Communicate cleazly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish, maintain and foster positive and l~amionious working relationships with
those contacted in the course of work.
Prepare and maintain accurate Public Works records.
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Read, interpret, and apply a wide vaziety of technical information from manuals,
specifications, activiry logs, guidelines, and municipal and state codes.
Minimum Oualiticatioas:
Elmerience•
Four years of pubiic works office e~erience. Some supervisory
experience is desirable.
Trainine:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by course
work in accounting, management, business administration, public
adurinisuation, office pracrices, or a related field.
License or Certificate:
Possession of, or abIlity to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license.
Special Reauirements:
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Ability to work in a standard office environment; ability to travel to different sites
and locations. `
Effective Date: November 2007
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4~~unlty~ofM~~e+ STAFF REPORT
Office of the City Attorney
Date: November 20, 2007
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: STEPHEN P. DEITSCH, CITY ATTORNEY ~(~ ~~~~
SUBJECT: ORDINANCE NO. 2234 AMENDING SECTION 6701 OF THE
ARCADIA MUTIICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO THE
ISSUANCE OF ADULT BUSINESS PERFORMER LICENSES
Recommended Action: Introduce
BACKGROUND
Arcadia Municipal Code Section 6701(E) currently states that the Business License
Officer must be available during normal working hours Monday through Friday to
accept adult business performer applications. This section was intended to refer to
normal business hours at Cit~Hall during the week. To avoid any possibility of
ambiguity and specifically because City Hall offices are closed altemate Fridays,
staff recommends that the Municipal Code be amended to clarify this.
DISCUSSION
For purposes of clarifying normal working hours at City Hall, staff is proposing
that Section 6701(E) of the Arcadia Municipal Code be amended to reflect the
current 9/80 work schedule observed at City Hall.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact with the introduction of this Ordinance.
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council introduce Ordinance No. 2334 amending
Section 6701 of the Arcadia Municipal Code pertaining to the issuance of Adult
Business Performer Licenses.
CONCUR:
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William R. Kelly.
City Manager
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ORDINANCE NO. 2234
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
SECTION 6701 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL
CODE PERTAINING TO THE ISSUANCE OF ADULT
BUSINESS PERFORMER LICENSES
WHEREAS, the City of Arcadia, Califomia (the "City") requires persons
desiring to provide live adult entertainment in an adult business to first obtain an
adult business performer license; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to amend 'the Arcadia Municipal Code to
reflect the current 9/80 work schedule observed at City Hall.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Section 6701 subsection (E) of the Arcadia Municipal
Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows:
"E. The completeness of an application shall be immediately deternuned
by the Officer upon its submittal. The Officer will accept applications during
normal City Hall working hours. If the Officer determines that the applicarion is
incomplete, the Officer shall immediately inform the applicant of such fact and the
reasons therefor, including any additional information necessary to render the
application complete. Upon receipt of a completed adult business performer
application and payment of the license fee specified in Subsection D of this
Section, the Officer shall immediately issue a temporary license which shall expire
of its own accord ten (10) business days from the date of issuance and shall only be
extended as provided in Section 6702(C). This temporary adult business performer
license shall authorize a performer to commence performance at an adult business
establishment that possesses a valid adult business regulatory permit authorized to
provide live entertainment."
SECTION 2. This amendment is made for clarification purposes and is
declarative of existing law.
SECTION 3. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this
Ordinance and shall cause the same to be published in the official newspaper of
said City within fifteen (15) days after its adoption. This Ordinance shall take
effect on the thirty-first (315`) day after its adoption.
Passed, approved and adopted this day of
, 2007.
Mayor of the City of Arcadia
ATTEST:
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Stephen P. Deitsch
City Attorney
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Administrative Services Department
DATE: November 20, 2007
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Tracey L. House, Administrative Services Director
By: Michael A. Casalou, Human Resources Administrator
SUBJECT: Aqreements for Third Partv Administrator Services for Liabilitv and
Workers' Com~ensation Ciaims
Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to extend the agreements
with AdminSure for Third Party Administrator Services
SUMMARY
Staff is recommending the City Council authorize the City Manager to extend the
agreements for Third Party Administrator Services with AdminSure.
BACKGROUND
The Ciry of Arcadia operates a self-funded workers' compensation insurance and
liability program and requires the services of a third party administrator to handle the ~
day to day operations of the City's systems. AdminSure (formally known as Colen and
Lee) has successfully administered the City's programs since 1985.
Scope of services for the workers' compensation program include tracking claim
information, setting and updating reserves, arrange for investigations, arrange for
medical treatment, monitoring disability status, auditing and paying medical bills.
Further, AdminSure ensures that the City maintains compliance with the requirements
of changing workers' compensation law. In-house staff does not have the capacity or
the expertise to properly manage this program. As a result, the City has always
contracted for this professional service.
As with workers' compensation, the City's liability program has also been handled by
AdminSure. Scope of services for liability include screening accident reports,
establishing files and setting reserves on new cases, maintain contact with ciaimants or
their attorneys, determine fault, evaluating damages and recommending settlement
value, negotiating settlements and initiating payment of settlements and expenses and
litigation management.
A contract renewal was completed in 1990 for liability third party administration and
1997 for workers' compensation administration; however there has not been any
renewal process since. In order to be in compliance with the City's Purchasing policies,
City Council approval for professional senrice in excess of $15,000 annually is required.
This action is recommended to ensure City Council approval is current. The term of the
agreement with AdminSure will continue in effect until terminated by the cancellation
provision in the contract. Since it has been a number of years utilizing the same vendor
for this professional service, staff wiil request bids in the 2008-09 FY. Until then, it is
recommended the City Council authorize a contract extension with AdminSure.
FISCAL IMPACT
The annual cost has remained at $93,600 for several years and an increase is not
anticipated. Adequate funds are budgeted in the 2007-08 Budget for these services. ,
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended the City Council:
Authorize the City Manager to extend the agreements with AdminSure for
Third Party Administrator Services for Liability and Workers'
Compensation claims.
Approved: '-'°`J
William R. Kelly, City Manager
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ORDINANCE NO. 2232
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COLTNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ARTICLE III OF THE
ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO FIltE
REC~ULATIONS AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2007
EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA FIl2E CODE IN ITS EN'TIRETY,
INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES BASED ON THE 2006 EDITION
OF THE INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE PUBLISHED BY THE
INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL
THE CTTY COLTNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DOES ORDAIN
AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Council finds that the amendments to the Califomia Fire
Code herein are supported by Findings of Fact which are attached as Exhibit "A" and
incorporated as part of this Ordinance.
SECTION 2. Sections 3121, 3121.1, 3122.2, 31223, 3122.9, 3123, 3124, 3124.1,
3124.2 and 3124.3. 3124.4 and 3124.5 of Part 2, Chapter 1 of Article III of the Arcadia
Municipal Code are hereby amended to read as follows:
"3121. CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE ADOPTION.
Subject to the exception of the deletions or additions hereina$er 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
Intemational 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
Califomia Fire Code and the Fire Code Standards as adopted and amended by this Part.
3122.2. CHIEF.
Whenever the term "ChieP' is used, it shall mean the Chief of the City of Arcadia Fire
Department.
3122.3. DIVISION AEAD OF THE FIRE PREVENTION BUREAU.
Whenever the term "Division Head of the Fire Prevention Bureau" is used it shall mean
tl~e 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 far 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
rernoval of prohibited conditions.
3124. AMENDMENTS AND ADDTTIONS.
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:
1. In all new buildings regardless of the type of construction ar occupancy.
EXCEPTIONS:
A) Detached Group U occupancies, providing the floor azea does not exceed 1000
square feet.
B) Pool houses, recreation rooms, guest houses and similaz accessory R-3
occupancies providing no portion of the exterior wall of the building is more than I50 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 9033.1.2 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 9Q3.3.13 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows due to local
climatic, geographical, and topographical conditions:
9033.13. 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 umt.
B) Attached private garages shall be sprinklered and shall have a design
densiYy of an Ordinazy Hazazd 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 azea o£ 2 heads. Quick-response intermediate temperature
commercial type heads shall be used for the gazage 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 azea.
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 $UILDINGS. An approved automatic fire sprinkler system shall
be installed in existing buildings, including any additions thereto, in the occupancies and
buildings as set forCh in this section.
1. In all commercial and industrial buildings greater than 5000 square 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 squaze feet in
area, when enlarged by an addition to the existing structure, exceeds 5040 square
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 square feet in residential azea
when enlarged by an addition to the residential azea of the existing structure.
5. In all Group R-3 Occupancies equal to or less than 2500 square feet in residential
azea, when enlarged by an addition to the residential area of the existing structure,
exceeds 2500 square 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 Califomia 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 Z. 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 California Fire Code to read as follows:
When the application for a permit under this section is filed, a non-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 witrrin 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 axe 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 ZOth
day of November , 2007.
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Mayor of the City of Arcadia
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM7
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City Attorney
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FINDINGS OF FACT
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Pursuant to the 2007 Edition of the Califomia Fire Code Preface,
Cl{-r ~ O~ the report contained herein shall be submitted as the Findings of
~-y Fact document with regard to Article III of the City of Arcadia
Arcadia Municipal Code, Ordinance No. 2232, as adopted by the City of
Arcadia. Under this Ordinance specific amendments have been
established, which are more restrictive in nature than those
sections adopted by the California Building Standards Code.
Flre The amendments to the California Fire Code, 2007 Edition have
DC~aTtTllellt been recognized by the City of Arcadia to address the fire
problem(s), concern(s) and fuhue 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.
Tony L. Trabbie
Fire Chief 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 singulazly 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 far 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 huilding 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 2232
(626) 574-5100
(626) 446-'/410
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 majns consist of trigh-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 northem 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 Califomia 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 ofNovember, 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
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ORDINANCE NO. 2233
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ARTICLE VIII OF THE
ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO BUILDING
REGULATIONS AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2007
EDITIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDA.RDS CODE
(CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 24); INCLUDING
THE 2007 CALIFORNTA BUILDING CODE, INCLUDING
APPENDIX CHAPTER 1, APPPENDIX I AND APPENDIX J BASED
ON THE 2006 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE; THE 2007
CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE; THE 2007 CALIFORNIA
MECHANICAL CODE; THE 2007 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE;
THE 2007 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE; TOGETHER
WITH CERTAIN ADDITIONS, INSERTIONS, DELETIONS AND
CHANGES THERETO; AND FURTHER AMENDING THE
ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE BY RELOCATING CHAPTER 8,
PART 3 OF ARTICLE VIII RELATING TO UNDERGROUND
UTILITY DISTRICTS TO A NEW CHAPTER 11 OF ARTICLE VII;
AND AMENDING SECTION 8760 OF ARTICLE VIII CONCERNING
SECURITY BARS
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 E~ibit "A" and
incorporated as part of this Ordinance.
SECTION 2. Section 8020.2 of Chapter 0, Part 2 of Article VIII of the
Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
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8020.2. BUILDING OFFICIAL.
For purposes of this Code and the
International Building Code, the term `Building Official" means the individual
invested with the responsibility for over-seeing local Code enforcement activities,
including administration of the Development Services DepartmentBuilding Division
functions, interpretation of Code requirements and direction of the Code adoption
process. This shall mean the Building Official. All other previous inconsistent
designations are repealed. The designation may be changed by resolution of the City
Council and shall be made consistent with legally mandated certification, training and
education requirements.
SECTION 3. Chapter 1, Part 1 of Article VIII of the Arcadia Municipal
Code is hereby repealed in its entirety and a new Chapter 1, Article VIII is hereby
added in place thereof to read as follows:
CHAPTER 1
BUILDING CODE
PART 1
ADOPTION
8110. ADOPTION. Subject to certain changes and amendments as
hereinafter set forth in this Part, the City Council adopts as the building regulations for
the City the 2007 Edition of the California Building Standards Code (California Code
of Regulations, Title 24); including the 2007 California Building Code, including
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Appendix Chapter 1, Appendix I and Appendix J and Chapter 7A based on the 2006
Tnternational Building Code. The Code shall govern, regulate and control all of the
activities therein referenced to and the same is made a part of this Chapter as though
set forth in this Chapter in full.
One (1) copy of said Code is on file in the office of the City Clerk for use and
examination by the public.
PART2
PURPOSE
8120. PURPOSE
The purpose of this code is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life or
limb, health, property and public welfare by regulating and controlling the design,
construction, quality of materials, use and occupancy, location and maintenance of all
buildings and structures within the City of Arcadia and certain equipment specifically
regulated herein.
PART 3
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS AND
AMENDMENTS
8130. AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS
The 2007 California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
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8130.1. ADDITION [ADMINISTRATNE].
Appendix Chapter 1, Section 115.6 is added to Volume 2, Chapter 1 of said
2007 California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
115.6. Attractive Nuisance. Attractive nuisances (those objects which, by
their nature, may attract children or other curious individuals) including, but not
limited to, unprotected and hazardous ponds, pools or excavations and buildings or
structures undergoing demolition, repair, rehabilitation or construction shall be fenced
or otherwise secured when required by the Building Official.
8130.2. AMENDMENT [ADMINISTRATIVE].
Appendix Chapter 1, Section 112.3 in Appendix Chapter 1, Volume 1 of the
2007 California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
112.3. General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or
determinations made by the Building Official or the Fire Chief relative to the
application and interpretation of the City's Building and Fire codes, the Planning
Commission shall act as the Arcadia Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals. The
Planning Commission shall not consider an appeal until the Building Official or the
Fire Chief has rendered a decision in writing. An appeal shall be filed with the City
within 30 days from the date of his or her written decision; in addition, an appeals fee
shall be paid to the City in an amount established by City Council Resolution. The
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appeal shall be in writing and shall clearly set forth the order, decision or
determination being appealed. A hearing shall be scheduled before the Planning
Commission as soon as practicable from the date of receipt of the appeal. The
Building Official or the Fire chief, as applicable, shall prepare a written report for the
Planning Commission. The decision of the Planning Commission shall be final unless
appealed to the City Council. The appeal to the City Council shall be in writing and
shall be filed with the City within five (5) working days from the date of the Planning
Commission' s decision; in addition, an appeals fee shall be paid to the City in an
amount established by City Council Resolution. A hearing shall be scheduled before
the City Council as soon as practicable from the date of the receipt of the written
appeal. The Building Official or the Fire Chief, as applicable, shall prepare a written
report for the City Council. The decision of the City Council shall be final.
8130.2.1 AMENDMENT [ADMINISTRATIVE].
California Chapter 1, Section 108.8 Volume 1 of the 2007 California Building
Code is amended to read as follows:
108.8. Appeals Board. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders,
decisions or deternunations made by the Building Official or the Fire Chief relative to
the application and interpretation of the City' s Building and Fire codes, the Planning
Commission shall act as the Arcadia Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals. The
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Planning Commission shall not consider an appeal untii the Building Official or the
Fire Chief has rendered a decision in writing. An appeal shall be filed with the City
within 30 days from the date of his or her written decision; in addition, an appeals fee
shall be paid to the City in an amount established by City Councii Resolution. The
appeal shall be in writing and shall clearly set forth tl~e order, decision or
determination being appealed. A hearing shall be scheduled before the Planning
Commission as soon as practicable from the date of receipC of the appeal. The
Building Official or the Fire chief, as applicable, shall prepare a written report for the
Planning Commission. The decision of the Planning Commission shall be final unless
appealed to the City Council. The appeal to the City Council shall be in writing and
shall be filed with the City within five (5) working days from the date of the Planning
Commission's decision; in addition, an appeals fee shall be paid to the City in an
amount established by City Council Resolution. A hearing shall be scheduled before
the City Council as soon as practicable from the date of the receipt of the written
appeal. The Building Official or the Fire Chief, as applicable, shall prepare a written
report for the City Council. The decision of the City Council shall be final.
8130.3. AMENDMENT [ADMINISTRATIVE].
Appendix Chapter l, Section 105.1 in Chapter 1 of the 2007 California
Building Code is amended to read as follows:
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105.1. Permits Required. Except as specified in Section 105.2, no building
or structure regulated by this code shall be erected, constructed, enlarged, altered
repaired, moved, improved, removed, installed, converted ar demolished and security
bars, gates, panels, grates or similar devices shall not be erected, installed, constructed
or maintained on any window, door or other opening on any building or structure
unless a separate permit for each building or structure has first been obtained from the
Building Official.
8130.4. AMENDMENT [ADMINISTRATNE].
Appendix Chapter 1, Section 105.2, item number 1 in Chapter 1 of the 2007
California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
1. One-story detached accessory buildings used as tool and storage sheds,
playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed
120 square feet and the highest point of the roof does not exceed 8 feet, 6
inches above adjacent grade.
8130.5. AMENDMENT.
Appendix Chapter 1, Section 1053.2 in Chapter i of the 2007 California
Building Code is amended to read as follows:
~~Appendix Chapter 1, Section 105.31. Expiration. Every pernut issued
by the Building Official under the provisions of this code sha11 expire by
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limitation and become null and void if the building or work authorized by
such permit is not commenced within 180 days from the date of such permit,
or if the building or work authorized by such permit is suspended or
abandoned at any time after the work is commenced or no progressive work
has been verified by a City building inspection for a period of 180 days.
Before such work can be recommenced, a new permit shall be first obtained
to do so, and the fee therefore shall be one half the amount required for a
new permit for such work, provided no changes have been made or will be
made in the original plans and specifications far such work, and provided
further that such suspension or abandonment has not exceeded one year. In
order to renew an expired permit after one (1) year, the permittee shall pay a
new permit fee.
Any permittee holding an unexpired permit may apply far an extension of
time within which work may commence under that permit when the
permittee is unable to commence work within the time required by this
section for good and satisfactory reasons. The Building Official may extend
the time for action by the permittee for a period not exceeding 180 days on
written request by the permittee showing that circumstances beyond the
control of the permittee have prevented action from being taken. The
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Building Official may deny or conditionally approve the extension of an
unexpired pernut if property maintenance ar other municipal code violations
exist at the site. No permit shall be extended more than once.
8130.6. AMENDMENT [ADMINISTRATIVE].
Appendix Chapter 1, Section 108.1 in Chapter 1 of the 2007 California
Building Code is amended to read as follows:
108.1 General. Fees shall be assessed in accordance with the fee schedule set
forth by resolution of the City Council.
8130.7. ADDTTION [ADMINISTRATIVE].
Chapter 2, Section 202 of the 2007 California Building Code is hereby amended
by adding the following definitions to read as follows:
HIGH-RISE STRUCTURE means every building of any type of construction
or occupancy having floors used for human occupancy located more than 55 feet
(16764 mm) above the lowest floor level having building access. (See Section
413.1.2), except buildings used as hospitals as defined in Health & Safety Code
Section 1250.
REBUILD, as applied to an existing building, is where more than fifty
percent (50%1 of the exterior walls of a building are removed, repaired or altered,
excluding the interior wall coverings. Existing buildings that are classified as a
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rebuild shall comply with all current City zoning, building and fire regulations and
pay building permit fees for a new structure.
REMODEL, is an aiteration to an existing building where not more than f~
percent (50%1 of the exterior walls of a building are removed, repaired or altered,
excluding the interior finish wall coverings.
8130.8. ADDITION [ADMINISTRATIVE].
Section 403.10.2 of the 2007 California Building Code is amended by adding a
new section to read as follows:
403.1OZ. Standby Power Loads. The following are classified as standby
power loads:
1. Power and lighting for the fire command center required by Section 403.8;
2. Elech-ically powered fire pumps.
Standby power shall be provided for elevators in accordance with Sections 1007.4
and 3003.
8130.9. ADDITION [ADMINISTRATIVE].
5ection 403.11.1 of the 2007 California Building Code is amended by adding a
new section to read as follows:
403.ll.1. Emergency Power Loads. The following are classified as
emergency power loads:
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1. Exit signs and means of egress illumination required by Chapter 10;
2. Elevator car lighting;
3. Emergency voice/alarm communications systems;
4. Automatic fire detection systems; and
5. Fire alarm systems.
6. Ventilation and automatic fire detection equipment for smoke proof
enclosures.
8130.10. ADDITION [ADMINISTRATIVE].
Section 412.5.1 of the 2007 California Building Code is amended by adding a
new section to read as follows:
412.5.1. EMERGENCY HELICOPTERLANDING FACILTTY (EHLI~.
A landing area on the roof of a high-rise building that is not intended to function
as a helicopter or helistop; but is capable of accommodating fire or medical helicopters
engaged in emergency operarions, in accordance with California Fire Code Section 1108.
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval is not required for an EHLF
8130.11. AMENDMENT.
Section 903.2 of the 2007 California Building Code is amended to read as
follows due to local climatic, geographical, and topographical conditions:
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,
903.2. Where required. Approved automatic extinguishing systems shall
be installed:
1. 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) Pool 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.
8130.12. AMENDMENT.
Section 903.3.1.2 of the 2007 California Building 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:
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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.
8130.13. AMENDMENT.
Section 903.3.1.3 of the 2007 California Building Code is amended to read as
follows due to local climatic, geographical, and topographical conditions:
9033.1.3. NFPA 13D SPRINKI,ER 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 ar 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) 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
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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 structures 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.
8130.14. AMENDMENT.
Section 903.6 of the 2007 California Building Code is amended to read as
follows due to local climatic, geographical, and topographic conditions:
9Q3.6. EXISTING BUILDINGS. An approved automatic fire sprinkler system
shall be installed in existing buildings, including any additions thereto, in the occupan-
cies and buildings as set forth in this section.
1. In all commercial and industrial buildings greater than 5000 square feet
in area when enlarged by an addition to the existing structure or as
required by the Fire Chief.
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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 square feet or as required by the Fire Chief.
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 square feet in residential
area when enlarged by an addition to the residenYial area of the existing
structure.
5. In a11 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 square feet in residential area.
6. In existing buildings for new occupancies as required by other sections
of the Fire Code.
8130.15. AMENDMENT.
Section 903.4.2 of the 2007 California Building Code is amended to read as
follows due to local topographical 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
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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.
8130.16. AMENDMENT
Volume 1, Chapter 12, Section 1207.7 of the 2007 Califomia Building Code.is
amended to read as follows due to local topographical conditions:
1207.7. Airborne Sound Insulation. All such acoustically rated separating
wall and floor-ceiling assemblies shall provide airborne sound insulation equal to that
required to meet a sound transmission class (STC) rating of 58 based on laboratory
tests as defined in ASTM E 90 and E 413. Field-tested assemblies shall meet a noise
isolation class (NIC) rating of 53 for occupied units and a normalized noise isolation
class (NNIC) rating of 53 for unoccupied units as defined in ASTM Standards E 336
and E 413.
EXCEPTION: Group R-1 hotel and motel occupancies shall be permitted
to meet a minimum sound transmission class (STC) of 52, a noise
isolation class (NIC) of 47, or a normalized noise isolation class (NNIC) of
47, as applicable.
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ASTM E 597 may be used as a simplified procedure for field tests of the
airborne sound isolation between rooms in unoccupied buildings. In such
tests, the minimum value of Dn is 53 db for multiple family dwelling units
and 47db for hotel and motel occupancies for compliance.
Entrance doors from interior corridors together with their perimeter seals
shall have STC ratings not less than 30. Such tested doors shall operate
normally with commercially available seals. Solid-core wood slab doors 1
3/8 inches thick minimum or 18 gage insulated steel slab doors with
compression seals all around, including the threshold, may be considered
adequate without other substantiating information.
Field test of corridor walls should not include segments with doors. If such
test is impractical, however, the NIC or NNIC rating for composite wall-
door assembly shall not be less than 30.
Penetrations or openings for construction assemblies for piping, electrical
devices, recessed cabinets, bathtubs, soffits or heating, ventilating or
eachaust ducts shall be sealed, lined, insulated or otherwise treated to
maintain the required ratings.
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8130.17 AMENDMENT
Volume 1, Chapter 12, Section 1207.8 ofthe 2007 California Building Code is
amended to read as follows due to local topographical conditions:
1207.8. Impact Sound Insulation. All acoustically rated separating
floor-ceiling assemblies shall provide impact sound insulation equal to that
required to meet an impact insulation class (IIC) rating of 58 based on
laboratory tests as defined in ASTM E 492 and E 989. Field-tested
assemblies shall meet a field impact insulation class (FIIC) rating of 53 for
both occupied and unoccupied units as defined in ASTM E 1007 and E 989,
with the exception that the measured impact sound pressure levels shall not
be normalized to a standard amount of absorption in the receiving room.
EXCEPTION: Group R-1 hotel and motel occupancies shall be permitted
to meet a minunum impact insulation class (IIC) rating of 52 or a field
impact insulation class (FIIC) rating of 47, as applicable. Floor coverings
may be included in the assembly to obtain the required ratings. These
coverings must be retained as a permanent part of the assembly and may
only be replaced by other floor coverings that provide the required impact
sound insulation.
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8130.18 AMENDMENT
Volume 1, Chapter 15, Section 1505 of the 2007 California Building Code is
amended to read as follows due to climatic and topographical conditions:
SECTION 1505 - ROOFING REQUIREMENTS
The roof covering on any structure regulated by this code shall have a
minimum class A rating in the Wildland Interface Fire Area Boundaries and
a class A or B rating in all other areas outside the Wildland Interface Fire
Area Boundaries of the City. Pressure treated or untreated wood shakes
and wood shingles shall not be installed on any building or structure located
in the Wildland Interface Fire Area Boundaries.
8130.19. AMENDMENT
Volume 1, Chapter 15, Secrion 1505.1 of the 2007 California Building Code is
amended to read as follows due to climatic and topographical conditions:
1505.1. Roof Coverings for Additions within the Wildland Interface
Fire Area Boundaries. The roof covering on any addition made to an
existing building or structure located within the Wildland Interface Fire
Area Boundaries shall comply with Section 1505.1. The roof covering of an
existing building or structure located in said zone shall be made to comply
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with Section 1505.1 when the cumulative roof area of the addition along
with any alteration, replacement, repair or reroof made during the previous
12 months to the existing roof is 25 percent or more of the original roof
area.
1505.3.1 Roof Coverings for Additions Outside the Wildland Interface
Fire Area Boundaries. The roof covering requirements for additions made
to existing buildings or structures located outside the Wildland Interface
Fire Area Boundaries shall comply with the following, as applicable:
1. 25% or Less. The roof covering of an addition made to an existing
structure or building may match the existing roof covering on the
structure or building being added to providing the cumulative roof
area of the addition along with any alteration, replacement, repair, or
reroof made during the previous 12 months to the existing roof is 25
percent or less of the original roof area.
2. Over 25% But Less than 50%. The roof covering of an addition
made to an existing structure or building shall comply with Section
1505. The roof covering of the existing structure or building being
added to may be left in place providing the cumulative roof area of
the addition along with any alteration, replacement, repair or reroof
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made during the previous 12 months to the existing roof is over 25
percent but less than 50 percent of the original roof area.
3. 50% or More. The roof covering of an addition made to an existing
structure or building shall comply with Section 1505. The roof
covering of the existing structure or building being added to shall be
made to comply with Section 1505 when the cumulative roof area of
the addition along with any alteration, replacement, repair, or reroof
made during the previous 12 months to the existing roof is 50 percent
or more of the original roof area.
8130.20. AMENDMENT.
Section 1510 is added to Volume 1, Chapter 15 ofthe 2007 California Building
Code is to read as follows due to local climatic and topographical conditions:
1503.4 Reroofing. All reroofing shall comply with Chapter 15 of this Code, as
amended by the City of Arcadia.
8130.21. AMENDMENT
Table 1505.1 in Chapter 15 of Volume 1 of the 2007 California Building Code
is amended to read as follows due to local climatic conditions:
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TABLE 1505.1
MINIMUM ROOF COVERING CLASSIFICATIONS
TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION
IA IB IIA IIB IIIA IIIB IV VA VB
B B B B B B B B B
8130.22. AMENDMENT
Volume 1, Chapter 15, Section 1510 in the 2007 California Building Code is
amended to read as follows due to local climatic conditions:
SECTION 1510 - REROOFING REQUIREMENTS
15101 General. All reroofing shall conform to the applicable provisions
of Chapter 15 of this Code and as otherwise required in this Chapter.
Roofing materials and methods of application shall comply with the
Building Code standards or shall follow manufacturer' s installation
requirements when approved by the Building Official.
Roof coverings installed on existing buildings or structures shall require the
submission of design calculations and plans prepared by an engineer or
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architect licensed by the State of California when the total installed weight
of the finish roof covering material above the wood structural panels and
underlayment is equal to or exceeds 6 pound per square foot. The design
calculations shall demonstrate that the entire building or structure is
adequate to support the vertical forces imposed by the new roofing.
Reroofs in the Wildland Interface Fire Area Boundaries. All reroofing
in Wildland Interface Fire Area Boundaries of the City shall comply with
Section 1505. The entire roof covering of an existing building or structure
located in said zone shall be made to comply with Section 1505 when the
cumulative roof area of any addition, alteration, replacement, repair, or
reroof made during the previous 12 months to the existing roof is 25 percent
or more of the original roof area.
Reroofs in areas outside the Wildland Interface Fire Area Boundaries.
All reroofing in areas outside the Wildland Interface Fire Area Boundaries
of the City shall comply with the following, as applicable:
1. 25°/a Or Less. Up to 25 percent of an existing structure or building
may be reroofed with a roof covering that matches the existing,
providing the cumulative roof area of any addition, alteration,
replacement, repair, or reroof made during the previous 12 months to
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the existing roof does not exceed 25% of the original roof area.
2. Over 25% But Less Than 50%. The roof covering of the area being
reroofed shall comply with Section 1505. The roof covering of the
existing structure or building being reroofed may be left in place
providing the cumulative roof area of any addition, alteration,
replacement, repair or reroof made during the previous 12 months to
the existing roof is over 25 percent but less than 50 percent of the
original roof area.
3. 50% Or More. An existing building or structure shall be completely
reroofed with a roof covering complying with Section 1505 when the
cumulative roof area of any addition, alteration, replacement, repair,
or reroof made during the previous 12 months to the existing roof is
50 percent or more of the original roof area.
8130.21.5. AMENDMENT
Section 1008.1.3.5 of Chapter 10 of the 2007 California Building Code is
hereby amended to read as follows:
The use of security bars, panels, sliding metal grates, or other similar security
devices is prohibited on the exterior of any building openings of all structures in
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commercial or industrial zones of the City. Subject to obtaining a permit pursuant to
California Building Code, Section 105.1 (AMC Section 8130.3) and compliance with
design review requirements pursuant to Arcadia Municipal Code Sections 9295 et seq.
as a prerequisite to the granting of any such permit, security bars, panels, gates, metal
grates, or other similar security devices may be installed, in compliance with
applicable Building Code requirements, on the interiar of a commercial or industrial
structure provided that the entire building is equipped with an automatic fire sprinkler
system, which has been installed under a permit from the Building Division and
inspected pursuant thereto for compliance with the approved plans.
8130.23. AMENDMENT
Section 1613.7 is added to Chapter 16 of the 2007 California Building Code to
read as follows due to local geographical conditions:
1613.7 Minimum Distance for Building Separation. All structures shall be separated from
adjoining structures. Separations shall allow for the maacimum inelastic response
displacement (~M). OM shall be determined at critical locations with consideration forboth
translational and torsional displacements of the structure as follows:
C d a max
~ M I
(Equation 16-45)
where Omax is the calculated maximum displacement at Level x, and may be taken as 1.2
times the average of the displacement at the extreme points of the structure at level x.
Adjacent buildings on the same property shall be separated by at least a distance ~ Mr, where
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2 2
~ MT - ~ ~ M 1 ~ + ~ ~ M2 ~ (Equation 16-46)
and ^M~ and OMZ are the maximum inelastic response displacements of the adjacent
buildings.
Where a structure adjoins a property line not common to a public way, the structure shall
also be set back from the property line by at ]east the displacement, OM, ofthat structure.
Exception: Sma[lerseparations or property line setbacks shall be permitted when justified by
rational analyses.
References:
1. IBC 2000 Section 16203.6, Building Separations; IBC 2003 Section 1620.4.5, Building
Separations;
2. "Recommended Lateral Force Requirements and Commentary, - Section C108.2.ll,
Building Separations," Structural Engineers Association of California, Sacramentq CA,
1999 Edition;
3. CBC 2002 (UBC 1997) Section 1630.9.2, Determination of ~M; Section 163010.1,
General; and Section 1633.2.11, Building Separations.
4. Los Angeles Regional Uniform Code Program item 16-01.
Section 1614, 1614.1, 16141.1- Adopt the minimum seismic base shear provisions of
ASCE 7-02 in place of the ASCE 7-OS provisions by adding Sections 1614, 1614.1 and 1614.1.1
to Chapter 16 of the 2007 CBC to read as follows:
Section 1614
ModiFcations to ASCE 7
I614.I General. The text ofASCE 7 shall be modified as indicated in this Sectian
1614.I1 ASCE 7. Section 12.81 l. Modifv ASCE 7 Section 12 81 1 bv amendinQ Equation
12.8-5 as follows:
Cs = 9~9~ 0.044 Snsl (Eq. 12.8-5)
Section 1614A.1.8 is hereby added by adopting Section 1614A.1.8 modifying ASCE 7
Equation 12.8-16 as adopted by OSHPD and DSA and as already provided in Chapter 16-A ofthe
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C.B.C.
Section 1614A.1.12 is hereby added by adopting Section 1614A.112 modifying ASCE 7
Section 13.5.6.2 to add seismic design requirements for suspended ceilings as adopted by DSA and
as already provided in Chapter 16-A of the CBC.
8130.23.1. AMENDMENT.
Sections 1908.17 is added to Chapter 19 of the 2007 California Building
Code to read as follows due to local geographical conditions:
19081.17. ACI 318, Equation (14-7) of Section 14.8.3 and 14.8.4. Modify ACI
318, Sections 14.83 and 14.8.4 as follows:
8130.23.2. AMENDMENT.
Section 1908.17.1 is added to Chapter 19 of the 2007 California Building Code
to read as follows due to geographical conditions:
1908.1.17.1 Modify equation (14-7) of ACI 318 Section 14.8.3 to read as
follows:
I~, shall be calculated by Equation (14-7), and Ma shall be obtained by iteration of deflections.
~
I" = ES (A, + P{"' 2d ~d - c~2+ 13 (14-7)
c Jy
and Ihe value EsB~ shal] not be taken less than 6.
8130.23.3. AMENDMENT.
Section 1908.17.1 is added to Chapter 19 of the 2007 California Building Code
to read as follows due to local geographical conditions:
1908.1.17.2. Modify ACI 318 Sec, 14.8.4 to read as follows:
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14.8.4 - Maximum out-of-plane deflection, ~s, due to service loads, including P^ effects, shal] not
exceed 1~/150.
If Ma, maximum moment at mid-height oFwall due to service lateral and eccentric loads, including
P~ effects, exceed (2/3)M~~, Os shall be calculated by Equation (14-8):
~
z M~ - 3 M~r( z
~, = 3 ~~.+ M, z M 1~,~ - 3~~r~ (14-g)
n 3 cr
If Ma does not exceed (2/3)M~r, ^s shall be calculated by Equation (14-9):
Ma
0 r= M 0 ~,.
~.
where:
z
SMcr~c
~°~ 48E~Ig
z
~ _ SM„1~
" 48 E~I~,
8130.24. AMENDMENT [ADMINISTRATIVE].
(14-9)
Volume 1, Appendix J, Section J110 of the 2007 California Building Code is
amended to read as follows:
J110.1 Slope Maintenance. All required slope plantings shall be
maintained and properly watered. All deteriorated, damaged, or missing
planting shall be replaced with an approved planting material.
No person shall allow any irrigation system or other watering device to
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cause soil erosion or saturate the soil so as to cause slope failure.
8130.25 ADDITION [ADMINISTRATIVE]
Chapter 35 is added to Volume 1 of the 2007 California Building Code to read
as follows:
CHAPTER 35
MULTIPLE FAMILY CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
SECTTON 3501 - MULTIPLE FAMILY DEFINED
A multiple family building shall be defined as one or more dwelling units
located on any property in the City except the R-O, R-1 or the R-M zoned
areas.
35011 Application. Except where a more restrictive requirement in the
California Building Code, State Law or City Ordinance is applicable, each
provision of this Chapter shall apply to each multiple family building as
defined herein.
SECTION 3502- NOISE REDUCTION STANDARDS
3502.1 General. Attached multiple family dwelling units shall meet the
sound transmission control standards specified in Appendix Chapter 12 of
the Building Code and this Section.
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3502.2 Paclcing of Voids. All voids surrounding water, drainage, and vent
piping shall be packed with rock wool or equivalent approved sound
deadening material, and all water, drainage, and vent piping shall be
wrapped with an approved material at all points of contact with wood or
steel framing members and strap hangers. Plumbing walls shall be a
minimum of 2 inch by 6-inch construction.
3502.3 Plans. All required 2 inch by 6-inch plumbing walls shall be clearly
identified on the building plans.
3502.4 Mechanical Equipment. All mechanical equipment shall be
installed so as to reduce sound transmission to a minimum.
3502.5 Separation of Facilities. Electrical, plumbing and mechanical
equipment or systems serving one dwelling unit shall not serve other
dwellings units, nor shall such equipment or systems be located within
another dwelling unit. Recessed wall fixtures, such as medicine cabinets or
electrical, telephone, television and intercom outlets, shall not be located
back-to-back or in the same wall cavity.
3502.6 Location of Plumbing and Ducts. Water, drainage, and vent
piping and heating and air conditioning ductwork shall not be located within
any wall or floor-ceiling sound assembly.
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SECTION 3503- COMFORT COOLING SYSTEM
A comfort cooling system shall be provided for each multiple family
dwelling unit. The comfort cooling system shall be capable of maintaining a
temperature of 78 degrees Fahrenheit three feet above the floor throughout
the conditioned space of the building. Water evaporative cooling systems or
individual window or wall-mounted units shall not be used to meet the
requirements of this Section. The location of the comfort cooling system
shall be shown on the building plans.
SECTION 3504 - ILLUMINATION
3504.1 Illumination. Public spaces of multiple family buildings including
all stairs, ramps, driveways, walkways, corridors and parking areas shall be
illuminated with automatic lighting capable of maintaining an intensity of
one (1) foot-candle of light at ground level.
SECTION 3505- EXTERIOR REQUIREMENTS
3505.1 Underground Utilities. All utility conductors, cables, conduits and
wiring supplying electrical, cable and telephone service to a multiple family
building shall be installed underground except risers which are adjacent to
and attached to a building or as otherwise approved the City Council.
3505.2 Conductors, Conduit and Piping. All conductors, cables, wires,
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conduit and piping located outside of a building or structure and within the
exterior property lines shall be installed underground except risers which are
adjacent to and attached to a building or structure.
SECTION 3506 - PARKING AND ACCESS AREAS
3506.1 Paving. All parking, walkway, and driveway areas shall be paved
with an approved material, such as concrete, asphalt, brick, or pavers.
Paving materials and methods of installation shall be shown on the building
plans.
3506.2 Driveway Ramps
3506.2.1 Grade. Driveway ramps shall not exceed a maximum grade of
twenty percent (20%). A 20 feet transition area shall be provided at the top
of such ramp, as follows: the upper 10 feet of the transition area shall have a
maximum grade of four percent (4%) and the lower 10 foot portion of the
transition area shall have a maximum grade of ten percent (10%). A 15 feet
transition area with a maximum grade of ten percent (10°/o) shall also be
provided at the bottom of such ramp.
SECTION 3507- OPEN PARKING REQUIREMENTS
3507.1 Marking. Open parking spaces, driving aisles, one-way traffic
lanes, and turning area shall be identified by approved painted striping.
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3507.2 Barriers. Bump rails, curbs or other approved protective barriers
shall be installed where necessary to protect buildings, walls, or fences from
damage by automobiles.
SECTION 3508 - GARAGE AND CARPORT REQUIREMENTS
3508.1 Walls. Where concrete masonry units are used to construct Group
U-1 or S-3 Occupancies, the cells shall be grouted solid to height of four (4)
feet above the floor level.
3508.2 Frame. Group U-1 or S-3 Occupancies of wood frame construction
shall have approved protective barriers located so as to protect the finished
wall coverings from damage by automobiles.
3508.3 Concrete Floors. The floor of every covered parking space shall be
paved with cement concrete.
8130.26. ADDITION
Chapter 36 is added to Volume 1 of the 2007 California Building Code to read
as follows due to local climatic conditions:
CHAPTER 36
WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE FIRE AREA
3601. 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.
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3601.1. WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE FIRE AREA
BOUNDARIES. The boundary of the Wildland-Urban Interface Area shall constitute
all properties in the areas north of Sycamore Avenue and east of Santa Anita Avenue.
3601.1.2. AMENDMENT
Section 701 A.3, Chapter 7A of the 2007 California Building Code is amended
to read as follows due to local climatic and topographical conditions:
701.A3. Additions, Remodels, Repairs or Alterations. Additions,
remodels, repairs or alterations may be made to any building or structure without
requiring the existing building ar structure to comply with all the requirements of this
code, provided the addition, remodel, repair or alteration conforms to that required for
a new building or structure.
EXCEPTIONS:
1.1. Provisions of this code that specifically apply to existing
conditions are retroactive.
1.2 The Urban-Wildland Interface Code shall not apply to a remodel,
alteration, addition or repair made to an existing building or
structure, providing the cumulative area of the new work and any
work completed during the most recent 12 month period does not
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exceed 25 percent of the area of the original building or sh-ucture.
1.3 The Urban-Wildland Interface Code shall not apply to open trellis
patios, providing that the vertical supports are a minimum or three
and one half (3 '/z") inches by three and one half (3 '/z") inches, the
horizontal supporting members are a minimum of three and one
half (3 '/~") inches by five and one half (5 %z") inches and the
trellis coverings are three and one-half inches (3 '/z") minimum
depth by one and one-half (1 %z") inches minimum width with a
minimum of six (6") inches clear open space between members.
1.4 Roof coverings shall comply with Chapter 15 of the Building
Code, as amended by the City of Arcadia.
Additions, repairs, remodels or alteration shall not be made to an existing
building or structure that will cause the existing building or structure to be in violation
of any of the provisions of this code nor shall such additions or alterations cause the
existing building or structure to become unsafe. An unsafe condition shall be deemed
to have been created if an addition or alteration will cause the existing building or
structure to become structurally unsafe or overloaded; will not provide adequate
access in compliance with the provisions of this code or will obstruct existing exits or
access; will create a fire hazard; will reduce required fire resistance or will otherwise
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create conditions dangerous to human life.
3601.1.2.3. ADDITION [ADMINISTRATIVE].
Chapter 7A of the 2007 California Building Code is amended to read as
follows: In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or
determinations made by the Building Official or the Fire Chief relative to the
application and interpretation of the City's Building and Fire codes, the Planning
Commission shall act as the Arcadia Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals. The
Planning Commission shall not consider an appeal until the Building Official or the
Fire Chief has rendered a decision in writing. An appeal shall be filed with the City
within 30 days from the date of his or her written decision; in addition, an appeals fee
shall be.paid to the City in an amount established by City Council Resolution. The
appeal shall be in writing and shall clearly set forth the order, decision or
determination being appealed. A hearing shall be scheduled before the Planning
Commission as soon as practicable from the date of receipt of the appeal. The
Building Official or the Fire chief, as applicable, shall prepare a written report for the
Planning Commission. The decision of the Planning Commission shall be final unless
appealed to the City Council. The appeal to the City Council shall be in writing and
shall be filed with the City within five (5) working days from the date of the Planning
Commission's decision; in addition, an appeals fee shall be paid to the City in an
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amount established by City Council Resolution. A hearing shall be scheduled before
the City Counci] as soon as practicable from the date of the receipt of the written
appeal. The Building Official or the Fire Chief, as applicable, shall prepare a written
report for the City Council. The decision of the City Council shall be final.
SECTION 4. Article VIII, Chapter 2 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby
repealed in its entirety.
SECTION 5: A new Article VIII, Chapter 2 is hereby added to the Arcadia
Municipal Code to read as follows:
CHAPTER2
PLUMBING CODE
PART 1
ADOPTION
8210. ADOPTION
Subject to certain changes and amendments as hereinafter set forth in this
chapter, the City Council hereby adopts, by reference, as the plumbing regulations for
the City the California Plumbing Code, 2007 Edition, with appendices, installation
standards and State of California amendments applicable to local jurisdictions,
published and adopted by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical
Officials. The Code shall govern, regulate, and control all of the activities therein
referred to and the same is made a part of this Chapter as though set forth in this
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Chapter in full.
The 2007 Edition of the California Plumbing Code is hereby adopted with no
amendments.
One (1) copy of said Code is on file in the office of the City Clerk for use and
examination by the public.
PART 2
PURPOSE
8220. PURPOSE
The purpose of this Code is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life or
limb, health, property, and public welfare by regulating and controlling the design,
construction, quality of materials, erection, installation, alteration, repair, location,
relocation, replacement, addition to, use or maintenance of any plumbing system
within the City.
SECTION 6. Article VIII, Chapter 3 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is
hereby repealed in its entirety.
SECTION 7: A new Article VIII, Chapter 3 is hereby added to the
Arcadia Municipal Code to read as follows:
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CHAPTER 3
ELECTRICAL CODE
PART 1
ADOPTION
8310. ADOPTION
The City Council hereby adopts, by reference, as the electrical regulations for
the City the California Electrical Code, 2007 Edition, with ~ppendices, indices, tabies,
and State of California amendments applicable to local jurisdictions, published and
adopted by the National Fire Protection Association. The code shall govern, regulate,
and control all of the activities therein referred to and the same is made a part of this
Chapter as though set forth in this chapter in full.
One (1) copy of said Code is on file in the office of the City Clerk for use and
examination by the public.
PART 2
PURPOSE
8320. PURPOSE
The purpose of this Code is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life or
limb, health, property, and public welfare by regulating and controlling.the design,
construction, quality of materials, erection, installation, alteration, repair, location,
relocation, replacement, addition to, use or maintenance of any electrical system
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within the City.
PART 3
ADDITIONS, DELETES
AND AMENDMENTS
8330. AMENDMENT, ADDITIONS, AND DELETIONS
8330.1. ADDITION.
Article 310.2(B) of the 2007 California Electrical Code is added to read as
follows:
310.2(B) Copper wire shall be used for wiring No. 6 and smaller in all
installations. Consideration for use of aluminum wiring can be made by the Building
Official for feeder lines only on an individual basis where adequate safety measures
can be ensured.
8330.2 ADDITION.
Article 310.16 of the 2007 California Electrical Code is added to read as
follows:
Article 310.16. Continuous inspection of aluminum wiring.
Aluminum conductors of No. six (6) or smaller used for branch circuits shall
require continuous inspection by an independent testing agency approved by the
Building Official for proper torquing of connections at their termination point.
SECTION 8. Article VIII, Chapter 4 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is
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hereby repealed in its entirety.
SECTION 9. A new Article VIII, Chapter 4 is hereby added to the
Arcadia Municipal Code to read as follows:
CHAPTER 4
MECHA1~iICAL CODE
PART 1
ADOPTION
8410. ADOPTION
Subject to certain changes and amendments as hereinafter set forth in this
chapter, the City Council hereby adopts, by reference, as the mechanical regulations
for the City the Califomia Mechanical Code, 2007 Edition, with appendixes,
installation standards and State of California amendments applicable to local
jurisdictions, published and adopted by the Intemational Association of Plumbing and
Mechanical Officials. The code shall govern, regulate, and control all of the activities
therein referred to and the same is made a part of this Chapter as though set forth in
this Chapter in full.
The 2007 Edition of the California Mechanical Code is hereby adopted with no
amendments.
One (1) copy of said Code is on file in the office of the City Clerk for use and
sxamination by the public.
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PART 2
PURPOSE
8420. PURPOSE
The purpose of this code is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life or
limb, health, property, and public welfare by regulating and controlling the design,
construction, quality of materials, location, operation and maintenance or use of
heating, ventilation, cooling, refrigeration systems; incinerators and other
miscellaneous heat producing appliances within the City.
SECTION 10. Article VIII, Chapter 5 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is
hereby repealed in its entirety.
SECTION 11. A new Article VIII, Chapter 5 is hereby added to the
Arcadia Municipal Code to read as follows:
CHAPTER 5
SWIMMING POOL ENCLOSURES AND SAFETY DEVICES
PART 1
DECLARATION OF NEED
8510. DECLARATION OF NEED.
The City Council determined that there is an unusually large number of
privately owned swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs within the City, and the
maintenance of private swimming pools without adequate supervision or
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precautionary measures constitutes a severe hazard to the safety of the inhabitants of
the City, particularly to small children; that numerous small children have drowned by
falling into private swimming pools in the County; and that many of said deaths could
have been prevented if adequate preventive measures had been required and installed
due to climatic conditions.
PART 2
PURPOSE
8520. PURPOSE
The purpose of this Chapter is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life
or limb, health, property and public welfare by regulatingand controIling the design,
construction, quality of materials, use, location and maintenance of all swimming
pools, spas, and hot tubs within the City of Arcadia and certain equipment specifically
regulated herein.
PART 3
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS AND AMENDMENTS
8530. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS AND AMENDMENTS
Chapter 31, Section 3109 of the 2007 California Building Code is hereby added
to read as follows due to local climatic and topographical conditions:
8530.1. AMENDMENT
The definition of a safety barrier in Section 3109.4.4.3 in Chapter 31 of the
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2007 California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
Safety Barrier. Every person in possession of land, either as owner, purchaser
under contract, lessee, tenant or licensee, upon which is situated a swimming pool,
spa, or hot tub shall at all times maintain a safety barrier as hereinafter specified
completely surrounding said swimming pool, spa or hot tub.
Exception: Safety barriers for pubic pools shall comply with Chapter 31B,
Division 1 of the California Building Code.
8530.2 ADDITION
Section 3 I09.5.5 is added to Chapter 31 of said 2007 California Building Code
is added to read as follows:
3109.5.5. Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Permit Fees. Every applicant
for a permit to install, alter, or repair a swimming pool, spa, hot tub or part thereof,
shall state in writing on the application form provided for that purpose, the character
of work proposed to be done and the amount and kind in connection therewith,
together with such information pertinent thereto as may be required.
A fee for each swimming pool, spa or hot tub, including for plumbing and
electrical systems, shall be paid to the City in an amount established by City Council
Resolution.
Any person who shall commence any swimming pool, spa or hot tub work far
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which a permit is required by this Code without having obtained a permit therefore
shall, if subsequently permitted to obtain a permit, pay double the permit fee fixed by
resolution of the City Council for such work, provided, however, that this provision
shall not apply to emergency work when it shall be demonstrated to the satisfaction of
the Building Official that such work was urgently necessary and that it was not
practical to obtain a permit therefore, before the commencement of the work. In all
such cases, a permit must be obtained as soon as practical to do so, and if there be an
unreasonable delay in obtaining such permit, a double fee shall be charged.
3109.5.51. Reinspections. A reinspection fee may be assessed for each
inspection or reinspection when such portion of work for which inspection is called is
not complete ar when required corrections have not been made.
This provision is not to be interpreted as requiring reinspection fees the first
time a job is rejected for failure to comply with the requirements of this Code, but as
controlling the practice of calling for inspection before the job is ready for
reinspection.
Reinspection fees may be assessed when the approved plans are not readily
available to the inspector, for failure to provide access on the date for which the
inspection is requested, or for deviating from plans requiring approval of the City. To
obtain reinspection, the applicant shall file an application therefore in writing upon the
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form furnished for that purpose and pay the reinspection fee in accordance with the
amount set by City Council Resolution. In instances where reinspection fees have
been assessed, no additional inspection of the work shall be performed until the
required fees have been paid.
3109.S.SZ. Plan Review Fees. Whenever plans, calculations or other data are
required to be submitted, a plan review fee shall be paid to the City at the time of
submitting documents for plan review in an amount set by City Council Resolution.
When plans are incomplete or changed so as to require an additional review, a fee
shall be paid to the City in an amount established by City Council Resolution.
3109.5.5.3. Board of Appeals. Appeals of orders, decisions or
determinations made by the Building Official relative to the application and
interpretation of the code shall be as specified in Arcadia Municipal Code Section
8130.2.
8530.3 AMENDMENT
The definition of "Swimming Pool" in Section 3109.4.4.1 of Chapter 31 of the
2007 California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
Swimming Pool - A swimming pool may be either: (a) a private swimming
pool, or (b) a public swimming pool.
(a) A private swimming pool shall mean any constructed or prefabricated
structure that contains water eighteen (18) inches or more in depth, used in
connection with a single-family residence and available to only the
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resident(s) of such residence or their private guests, whether designed,
intended or used exclusively or principally for swimming ar not. This
includes any in-ground, aboveground, or on-ground swimming pools, hot
tubs, spas or any open container or artificial body of water permanently or
temporarily constructed or maintained upon any property, used in
connection with a single-family residence and available to only the
resident(s) of such residence or their private guests, whether designed,
intended or used exclusively or principally for swimming or not.
(b) A public swimming pool shall include any constructed or prefabricated
structure that contains water eighteen { 18) inches or more in depth, other
than a private swimming pool, that is used exclusively or principally for
swimming ."
8530.3.1 ADDITION
The definition of a"Wading Pool" in Section 3109.4.4.1 is added to Chapter 31
of the 2007 California Building Code to read as follows:
Wading Pool - Any constructed or prefabricated pool used for wading which is
less then eighteen (18) inches in depth.
8530.4. ADDITION.
Section 3109.5.6 is added to Chapter 31 of the 2007 California Building Code.
3109.5.6 Barrier Required
3109.5.6.1. The top of the barrier shall be at least sixty (60) inches above
finished grade, as measured on the side of the barrier that faces away from the
swimming pool, spa or hot tub. The maximum vertical clearance between finish
grade and the bottom of the barrier shall be four (4) inches, as measured on the
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side of the barrier that faces away from the swimming pool, spa, or hot tub.
Where the top of the pool structure is above grade, such as an aboveground
pool, the barrier may be at ground level 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 four (4) inches.
3109.5.6.2. Openings in the barrier shall not allow the passage of a four-
(4) inch diameter sphere.
3109.5.6.3. Solid baniers that do not have openings, such as masonry or
stonewalls, shall not contain indentations or protrusions except for tooled
masonry joints.
3109.5.6.4, Where the barrier is composed of horizontai and vertical
members and the distance between each of the horizontal members is less than
45 inches, the horizontal members shall be located on the swimming pool, spa
or hot tub side of the fence and the spacing between each vertical member shall
not exceed 1-3/4 inches.
3109.5.6.5. Where the barrier is composed of horizontal and vertical
members and the distance between each of the horizontal members is 45 inches
or mare, the spacing between each vertical member shall not allow the passage
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of a four- (4) inch diameter sphere. Where there are decorative cutouts within
vertical members, spacing within the cutouts shall not exceed 3/4 inches in
width.
3109.5.6.6. Where chain link fencing is used, the maximum mesh size
shall be 1- 1/4 inch square unless the fence is provided with slats fastened in
place which reduces the openings to no more than 1-3/4 inches. The chain link
fence fabric shall be not less than 11-gauge material. Solid or dense landscaping
shall not be used to meet the requirements of this section.
3109.5.6.7. Where the barrier is composed of diagonal members, such as
a lattice fence, the maximum opening formed by the diagonal members shall be
not more than 1-3/4 inches.
3109.5.6.8. Access gates shall comply with the requirements specified
in Section 3109.5.6.1-3109.5.6.7 above and, in addition, shall be equipped to
accommodate a locking device. Pedestrian-access gates shall open outward
away from the swimming pool, spa or hot tub and shall be self-closing and self-
latching. The release mechanism of the self-latching device shall be located not
. less than the sixty (60) inches above adjacent finished grade. Access gates shall
not be constructed across a driveway, and double gates or motor operated gates
shall not be used. A weather-proof, durable sign of not less than 1/2 inch high
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letters stating, "POOL AREA KEEP GATE CLOSED", shall be posted at all
times on every access gate.
3109.5.6.9. A building wall that serves as part of the barrier and allows
access to the swimming pool, spa or hot tub through door openings shall
comply with one of the following requirements:
(1) An alarm installed on all doors with direct access to the swimming pool, spa
or hot tub. The alarm shall sound continuously for a minimum of 30 seconds
immediately after the door is opened and be loud enough to be heard
throughout the house during normal household activities. The alarm shall
automatically reset under all conditions. The alarm system shall be equipped
with a manual means, such as a touch pad or switch, to temporarily deactivate
the alarm for a single opening; such deactivation shall last for no more than 15
seconds. The deactivation switch shall be located at least 54 inches above the
floor adjacent to the door opening. An alarm, which is incorporated into a
general house alarm system, may be used to meet the requirements of this
section providing the alarm is not connected to a central monitoring station and
cannot be disabled.
(1)Self-closing and self-latching devices installed on all doors with direct
access to the swimming pool, spa or hot tub with the release mechanism
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located a minimum 54" above adjacent finished grade.
3109.5.6.10. Inspection. The swimming pooI, spa or hot tub barrier,
including pedestrian access gates and door alarms, shall be installed, inspected
and approved prior to plastering or filling the swimming pool, spa, ar hot tub
with water.
3109.5.6.11. Indoor Swimming Pool, Spa or Hot Tub. An exterior
door with direct access to an indoor swimming pool, spa, or hot tub shall
comply with section 3109.5.6.9 above.
3109.5.7. LEGAL NON-CONFORIVIING SWIMMING POOLS,
SPAS OR HOT TUBS. Every person in possession of land, either as owner,
purchaser under contract, lessee, tenant or licensee, upon which is situated a
swimming pool, spa, or hot tub for which a permit was issued prior to 7une 19,
1992, shall at all times maintain a safety barrier completely surrounding said
swimming pool, spa or hot tub, as follows:
(1) A substantial fence or other solid structure not less than four (4) feet
in height, as measured from the side of the fence that does not enclose
the swimming pool, spa or hot tub area, shall be provided. The openings
in the barrier shall not allow the passage of a four- (4) inch diameter
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sphere and horizontal pickets that act as a latter shall not be used.
(2) Pedestrian access gates or door openings through the barrier shall be
equipped to accommodate a locking device and be self-closing and self-
latching. The release mechanism of the self-]atching device shall be
located not less than forty-eight (48) inches above the adjacent finished
grade. Access gates shall be not less than 48 inches in height and
openings in the gate shall not allow the passage of a four- (4) inch
diameter sphere. This section shall not apply to any door of the main
dwelling unit ]ocated on the same legal lot as the swimming pool, spa or
hot tub. Access gates shall not be constructed across any driveway and
double gates or motor operated gates shall not be used. A weatherproof,
durable sign of not less than one-half (1/2) inch high letters stating,
"POOL AREA KEEP GATE CLOSED", shall be posted at all times on
every access gate.
3109.5.8. PLAN COMPLIANCE. All plans submitted to the City for
the construction of a new swimming pool, spa or hot tub shall show compliance with
the requirements of this Chapter, including the location and height of fencing and
gates required by this Chapter.
3109.5.9. FINAL INSPECTION. Final approval of all swimming pools,
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spas, and hot tubs hereinafter constructed shall not be granted until all of the
requirements specified in this chapter have been camplied with.
8530.10 ADDITION [ADMINISTRATIVE]
Section 3109.10 is added to Chapter 31of said California Building Code to read
as follows:
3109.10. Demolition of a Swimming Pool, Spa or Hot Tub. A demolition
permit shall be obtained from the City prior to the demolition of any
swimming pool, spa, or hot tub. The permit applicant shall submit a plot
plan indicating the location of the swimming pool, spa or hot tub and it's
associated equipment. Upon issuance of the demolition permit, the
following requirements shall apply:
1. Gas piping serving the swimming pool, spa or hot tub equipment shall be
terminated at the source of supply and removed.
2. Plumbing piping serving the swimming pool, spa, hot tub or equipment
shall be terminated at the source of supply and removed.
3. Electrical wiring and conduit serving the swimming pool, spa, hot tub, or
equipment shall be terminated at the source of supply and removed.
4. Electrical, plumbing and mechanical equipment serving the swimming
pool, spa or hot tub shall be removed.
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5. The sidewalls of the swimming pool, spa or hot tub shall be removed to a
minimum depth of 6 inches below adjacent grade.
6. Two (2) 18-inch diameter holes shall be provided at the lowest elevation
of the swimming pool, spa or hot tub floor.
7. The swimming pool, spa or hot tub shall be filled with clean soil or other
approved material.
SECTION 12. Article VIII, Chapter 7, Part 7, of the Arcadia Municipal
Code is hereby repealed in its entirety.
SECTION 13. Article VIII, Chapter 7, Part 8, of the Arcadia Municipal Code,
is hereby repealed in its entirety
SECTION 14. Article VIII, Chapter 7, Part 9 of the Arcadia Municipal
Code is hereby repealed in its entirety.
SECTION 15. Section 8761 of Part 6, Chapter 7 of Article VIII of the
Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby deleted in its entirety.
SECTION 16. Sections 8830 through 8839.1 of Part 3, Chapter 8 of Artic]e
VIII are hereby relocated to a new Part 1, Chapter 11, Article VII and renumbered
7110 through 7120.1, respectively.
SECTION 17. Chapter 9 of Article VIII is hereby repealed in its entirety
and a new Part 9 is hereby added to the Arcadia Municipal Code to read as follows:
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CHAPTER 9
SEISMIC STRENGHTENING PROVISIONS FOR
LJNREINFORCED MASONRY BEARING WALL BUILDINGS
8910. ADOPTION.
Subj ect to certain changes and amendments as hereinafter set forth in this Part,
the City Council hereby adopts, by reference, Appendix Chapter A1, Part 10 of the
California Building Code which shall govern, regulate, and control all of the activities
therein referred to and the same is made a part of this Chapter.
8920. PURPOSE.
The purpose of this chapter is to promote public safety and welfare by reducing
risk of death or injury that may result from the effects of earthquakes on existing
unreinforced masonry bearing wa11 buildings.
The provisions of this chapier are intended as minimum standards far structural
seismic resistance, and are established primarily to reduce the risk of life loss or injury.
Compliance with these provisions will not necessarily prevent loss of life or injury, or
prevent earthquake damage to rehabilitated buildings.
SECTION 18. Section 8760 of Article VIII, Chapter 7, Part 6 of the Arcadia
Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
8760. APPLICATION. Internal ar external securitybars, panels, sliding
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metal grates or other similar security devices (hereinafter referred to as security bars)
that were installed on or within any commercial or industrial building as of the
adoption of Ordinance No. 1885 (June 21, 1988), (hereinafter referred to as existing
security bars), and are in compliance with other Code sections, are not subject to the
requirements of Ordinance No. 1885 (Sections 8130.3 and 8130.21.5 of the Arcadia
Municipal Code).
Any change, alteration, expansion or reconfiguration of existing security bars,
other than normal repair ar maintenance shall not be pernutted without compliance
with the requirements applicable to security bars as set forth in Arcadia Municipal code
Sections 81303 and 8130.21.5.
SECTION 19. Prior Ordinances Repealed. Upon the effective date of this
Ordinance, all former ordinances or parts thereof conflicting or inconsistent with the
provisions of this ordinance of the codes herein adopted by reference including, but not
limited to, Ordinance No. 2166 and any other ordinance in conflict herewith are hereby
repealed and declared to be of no further force and effect.
SECTION 20. CEQA. The City Council finds that this Ordinance is not
subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections
15060(c)(2) (the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect
physical change in the environment) and 15060(c)(3) (the activity is not a project as
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defined in Section 15378) ofthe CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations,
Title 14, Chapter 3, because it has no potential for resuIting in physical change to the
environment, directly or indirectly.
SECTION 21. Severability. If any section, subsection, subdivision,
paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance, or any part thereof is for any
reason held to be unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portion of this ordinance or any part thereof. The City Council hereby
declares that it would have passed each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph,
sentence, clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or mare section,
subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase be declared
unconstitutional.
SECTION 22. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance
and shall cause a copy or summary of same to be published in the official newspaper of
said City within fifteen (15) days of its adoption. This Ordinance sha11 take effect
thirt}~ one (31) days following its adoprion by the City Council.
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Passed, approved and adopted this Zotn day of November , 2007.
Mayor of the City of Arcadia
ATTEST:
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Step enh P. Deitsch
City Attorney
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COLTNTY 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. 2233 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
City Clerk of the City of Arcadia
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Section 1. Findings. To the extent that changes and modifications to the 2007
California Building Standards Code in this ordinance are deemed more restrictive than
the building standards contained in the 2007 California Building Standards Code, thus
requiring that findings be made pertaining to local climactic, geological, or topographical
conditions to justify such modifications, the City Council hereby finds and determines as
fol lows:
A. Climatic Conditions:
1. Amendments to Sections 202, 403.10.2, 403.11.1, 903.2, 903.3.1.2,
903.3.1.3, 903.4.2, 903.6, 1505.1, and 1613.7 of the 2007 Edition of the California
Building Code and Section 310.2(B) and 310.16 of the 2007 Edition of the California
Electrical Code are reasonably necessary due to the following climatic condition:
The City of Arcadia is located in a semi-arid Mediterranean type climate. It
annually experiences extended periods of high temperatures with little or no
precipitation. Hot, dry (Santa Ana) winds, which may reach speeds of 70 M.P.N. or
greater are also common to the area. These climatic conditions cause extreme
drying of vegetation and common building materials. Frequent periods of
drought and low humidity add to the fire danger. This predisposes the area to
large destructive fires (conflagration). In addition to directly damaging or
destroying buildings, these fires also disrupt utility services throughout the area.
These dry climatic conditions and winds contribute to the rapid spread of
even small fires originating in high-density housing or vegetation. These fires
spread very quickly and create a need for increased levels of fire protection. The
added protection of fire sprinkler systems and other fire protection features will
supplement normal fire department response by providing immediate protection for
the building occupants and by containing and controlling the fire spread to the area
of origin. Fire sprinkler systems will also reduce the use of water for firefighting by
as much as 50 to 75 percent.
B. Topographical conditions:
Amendments to Sections 903.4.2, 903.3.1.2, 903.3.1.3., 903.6, and 1613.7 of the 2007
Edition of the California Building Code are reasonably necessary due to the following
topographical conditions:
1. Natural slopes of 15 percent or greater generally occur
throughout the foothills of Los Angeles. The elevation change caused by the hills
creates the geological foundation on which communities within Los Angeles
County are built and will continue to build. With much of the populated flatlands
already built upon, future growth will occur on steeper slopes and greater
constraints in terrain.
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2. Traffic and circulation congestion is an artificially created, obstructive
topographical condition, which is common throughout Los Angeles County.
3. These topographical conditions combine to create a situation, which
places fire department response time to fire occurrences at risk, and makes it
necessary to provide automatic on-site fire-extinguishing systems and other
protection measures to protect occupants and property.
C. Geological conditions:
1. Amendments to Sections 412.5.1, 903.4, 905.4, 1614.1, 1614.1.1,
1614.A.1.8, 1908.1.17, 1908.1.17.1, and 1908.1.17.2 of the 2007 Edition of the
California Building Code are reasonably necessary due to the following geological
conditions:
The Los Angeles region is a densely populated area that has buildings
constructed over and near a vast and complex network of faults that are
believed to be capable of producing future earthquakes similar or greater in size
than the 1994 Northridge and the 1971 Sylmar earthquakes.
Earthquake faults run throughout the boundaries of Los Angeles County.
Regional planning for reoccurrence of earthquakes is recommended by the
State of California, Department of Conservation.
2. Amendments to Sections 412.5.1, 903.4, 905.4, 1614.1, 1614.1.1,
1614.A.1.8, 1908.1.17, 1908.1.17.1, and 1908.1.17.2 of the 2007 Edition of the
California Building Code are reasonably necessary due to the following geological
conditions:
Previous earthquakes have been accompanied by disruption of traffic
flow and fires. A severe seismic event has the potential to negatively impact any
rescue or fire suppression activities because it is likely to create obstacles similar
to those indicated under the high wind section above. With the probability of
strong aftershocks there exists a need to provide increased protection for
anyone on upper floors of buildings. The October 17, 1989, Santa Cruz
earthquake resulted in one major fire in the Marina District (San Francisco). When
combined with the 34 other fires locally and over 500 responses, the department
was taxed to its fullest capabilities. The Marina fire was difficult to contain
because mains supplying water to the district burst during the earthquake. This
situation creates the need for both additional fire protection and automatic on-
site fire protection for building occupants.
3. Amendments to Sections 412.5.1, 903.2, 903.2.7, and 907.2.12 of the
2007 Edition of the California Building Code are reasonabiy necessary due to the
following geological conditions:
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Road circulation features located throughout the County also make
amendments reasonably necessary. There are major roadways, highways
and flood control channels that create barriers and slow response times.
Hills, slopes, street and storm drain design accompanied by occasional
heavy rainfall, causes roadway flooding and landslides and at times may make
an emergency access route impassable.
4. Amendments to Sectians 903.2, 903.2.7, 903.3.1.1.1, 905.4, 907.2.12,
907.2.12.1, 907.9.3 and 910.3.2.2 of the 2007 Edition of the California Building Code
are reasonably necessary due to the following geological conditions:
Due to the topographical conditions of sprawling development
separated by waterways and narrow and congested streets and the expected
infrastructure damage inherent in seismic zone described above, it is prudent
to rely on automatic fire sprinkler systems to mitigate extended fire
department response time and keep fires manageable with reduced fire flow
(water) requirements for a given structure. Additional fire protection is also
justified to match the current resources of firefighting equipment and personnel
within the Los Angeles County Fire Authority.
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