Chapter 15.32
FIRE CODE
Sections:
15.32.010 Adoption of California Fire Code.
15.32.050 Section 308.1.6.3 – Sky lanterns.
15.32.100 Section 324 – Mid-rise buildings.
15.32.110 Section 107.7 – Fees.
15.32.120 Section 1154 – Firefighting cost recovery.
15.32.130 Section 112.4 – Abatement of violation – Non-compliance penalty.
15.32.170 Section 503 – Fire apparatus access roads.
15.32.190 Sections 503.4.2, 503.4.3 – Fire lane parking restrictions.
15.32.200 Section 503.6 – Security gates.
15.32.210 Section 507 – Fire protection water supplies.
15.32.230 Sections 902, 903, 905 – General fire extinguishing system requirements.
15.32.350 Explosives and fireworks.
The following matrix lists the corresponding amendments to this chapter, entitled “Fire Code”:
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Chapter 1 |
Administration |
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Section 101.5 |
Validity |
All |
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Section 102.13 |
Repeal Conflicting Ordinance |
All |
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Section 104.12 |
Response Map Updates |
All |
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Section 112.4 |
Violation Penalties |
All |
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Chapter 2 |
Definitions |
All |
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Chapter 3 |
General Precautions Against Fire |
All |
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Section 308.1.6.3 |
Sky Lanterns |
All |
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Section 324 |
Mid-Rise Buildings |
All |
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Section 324.1 |
General |
All |
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Section 324.2 |
Fire Equipment Control Room |
All |
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Section 324.3 |
Road Dimensions |
All |
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Chapter 5 |
Fire Service Features |
All |
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Section 503.1.2 |
Additional Access |
All |
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Section 503.2.1 |
Dimensions |
All |
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Section 503.2.3 |
Surface |
All |
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Section 503.2.7 |
Grade |
All |
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Section 503.2.8 |
Angles of Approach and Departure |
All |
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Section 503.2.9 |
Roadway Turnouts |
All |
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Section 503.3 |
Marking |
All |
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Section 503.6 |
Security Gates |
All |
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Section 507.2.2 |
Water Storage Tanks |
All |
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Section 507.1.1.1 |
Required Installation |
All |
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Chapter 9 |
Fire Protection Systems |
All |
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Section 902.1 |
Definitions |
All |
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Section 903.2 |
Where Required |
All |
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Section 903.2.01 |
Group R |
All |
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Section 903.2.02 |
New Commercial and Group U |
All |
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Section 903.3.02 |
Existing Commercial Office Buildings |
All |
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Section 905 |
Standpipe Systems – Required Installations |
All |
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Section 905.3 |
New Commercial Buildings |
All |
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Section 905.3.1 |
Existing Commercial buildings |
All |
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Chapter 56 |
Explosives and Fireworks |
All |
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Section 5608.2 |
Fireworks: Use, Display, Disposal, Seizure |
All |
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Section 5608.4 |
Fireworks Penalty |
All |
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Chapter 57 |
Flammable and Combustible Liquids |
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Section 5704.2.9.6.1 |
Class I, II and III Liquids |
All |
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Section 5706.2.4.4 |
Class I and II Storage in Residential |
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Chapter 61 |
Liquefied Petroleum Gases |
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Section 6104.2 |
Bulk Storage of Liquefied Petroleum Gases |
All |
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Appendix “B” Fire-Flow Requirements for Buildings (No Amendments to Appendix) |
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Appendix “I” Fire Protection Systems – Non Compliant Conditions (No Amendments to Appendix) |
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(Ord. 527 § 2(B), 2022)
15.32.010 Adoption of California Fire Code.
A. That a certain document, three copies of which are on file in the office of the city of Solana Beach fire department being marked and designated as the 2022 California Fire Code, including Appendix I as published by the International Code Council, be and is hereby adopted as the fire code of the city of Solana Beach, in the state of California regulating and governing the safeguarding of life and property from fire and explosion hazards arising from the storage, handling and use of hazardous substances, materials and devices, and from conditions hazardous to life or property in the occupancy of buildings and premises erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, conversion, demolition, equipment use, and maintenance of buildings and structures, including that providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefor; and each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of said fire code on file in the office of the city of Solana Beach fire department are hereby referred to, adopted, and made a part hereof, as if fully set out in this chapter, with the additions, insertions, deletions and changes, if any, prescribed in this chapter.
B. Sections of Chapter 1, Administration, are hereby revised in or added to the 2022 California Fire Code to read as follows:
Section 101.5 City of Solana Beach Validity
The City Council of the City of Solana Beach hereby declares that should any section, paragraph, sentence or word of this ordinance or of the code hereby adopted be declared for any reason to be invalid, it is the intent of the City Council of the City of Solana Beach that it would have passed all other portions of this ordinance independently of the elimination here from of any such portion as may be declared invalid.
Section 102.13 Repeal of Conflicting Ordinances, Resolutions or Motions
All former ordinances, resolutions or motions, or parts thereof, including Ordinance 506, which conflict or are inconsistent with the provisions of this Ordinance or of the Code or standards hereby adopted are hereby repealed.
Section 104.12.4 Response Map Updates
104.12.4 Response Map Updates. Any new development, project, or request for change of address which necessitates updating of emergency response maps by virtue of new structures, fire hydrants, roadways or similar features, shall be charged a reasonable fee for the updating of all response maps.
Section 112.4.2 Violation penalties
A. Any person, corporation, association or entity that violates the provisions of Sections 105, 106, 107, 109, 110, 111 or 113 of the California Fire Code is guilty of a misdemeanor. Any person, corporation, association or entity that violates any other provisions of this chapter is guilty of a misdemeanor or infraction as determined under Chapter 1.16 SBMC. The penalty for violations shall be determined under Chapter 1.16 SBMC. Each day or portion thereof that a violation of this chapter exists shall constitute a separate violation. Each violation of this chapter, in addition to the offenses under this section, shall constitute a public nuisance.
B. The application of the above penalty shall not be held to prevent the enforced removal of prohibited conditions.
C. Section 112.4.1 of the 2022 California Fire Code shall remain in effect.
(Ord. 527 § 2(B), 2022)
15.32.030 Definitions.
Chapter 2 Definitions – Certain definitions of Section 202 are hereby amended in or added to the 2022 California Fire Code to read as follows:
Section 202 General Definitions
Fire Hazard – is any condition or conduct which a) increases or may increase the threat of fire to a greater degree than customarily recognized as normal by persons in the public service regularly engaged in preventing, suppressing or extinguishing fire or b) may obstruct, delay, hinder or interfere with the operations of the fire department or egress of occupants in the event of fire.
Fireworks – is any combustible or explosive composition, or any substance or combination of substances, or device prepared for the purpose of producing a visible or an audible effect by combustion, explosion, deflagration or detonation, and shall include blank cartridges, toy pistols, toy cannons, toy canes, or toy guns in which explosives are used, firecrackers, torpedoes, sky-rockets, roman candles, Daygo bombs, sparklers, snap caps, poppers or other devices of like construction and any devices containing any explosive or flammable compound, or any tablet or other device containing any explosive substance, except that the term “fireworks” shall not include any auto flares, paper caps containing not in excess of an average of twenty-five hundredths of a grain of explosive content per cap and toy pistols, toy canes, toy guns or other devices for use of such caps, the sale and use of which shall be permitted at all times. “Fireworks” shall include snap caps and poppers, regardless of the amount of explosive content included in each device.
Hazardous Fire Area – Any geographic area mapped by the State or designated by the local jurisdiction as a moderate, high or very high fire hazard area, or which the FAHJ has determined is a hazardous fire area; the type and condition of vegetation, topography, weather, or structure density which may increase the possibility of the area being susceptible to wildfire.
Mid-Rise Building – A building four stories or more in height, but not exceeding 75 feet and not defined as a high-rise building by section 202 of the California Building Code. Measurements shall be made from the underside of the roof or floor above the topmost space that may be occupied to the lowest fire apparatus access road level. Nothing in section 324 shall imply or allow a building height in excess of current City of Solana Beach planning and zoning requirements.
Level – An area above or below grade including but not limited to: basements, garages, cellars, mezzanines, or similar uses.
Whenever the terms “This Code” and “2021 International Fire Code” are used they shall mean the 2022 California Fire Code as modified by the City of Solana Beach with the deletions, revisions and additions set forth in the amendments.
In addition to the definitions set forth in the California Fire Code as adopted by reference, whenever the following words or phrases are used in this chapter, they shall have the meanings established by this section:
A. “Jurisdiction” means the city of Solana Beach.
B. “Corporation counsel” means the city attorney of Solana Beach. (Ord. 527 § 2(B), 2022)
15.32.040 Establishments of limits of districts in which any storage of flammable or combustible liquids in containers and tanks regardless of location are prohibited.
That the geographic limits referred to in certain sections of the 2022 California Fire Code are hereby established and are to read as follows:
Chapter 57 – Flammable and Combustible Liquids
Section 5704.2.9.6.1 Location Where Above-ground Tanks are Prohibited:
In the City of Solana Beach, (geographic limits in which the storage of Class I and Class II liquids in above-ground tanks outside of buildings is prohibited): The limits referred to in Section 5704.2.9. 6.1 And 5706.2.4.4 of the 2022 California Fire Code and the 2021 International Fire Code in which storage of flammable or combustible liquids in outside aboveground tanks is prohibited are hereby established as the jurisdictional limits of the City of Solana Beach.
1. EXCEPTIONS: 2,000 gallons maximum temporary (six months maximum) above ground tanks meeting UL 2085 for private use on farms, agricultural and rural property, remote construction sites, earth moving projects, gravel pits or borrow pits. Such tanks shall be specially designed, approved and listed, and have features incorporated into their design which mitigates concerns for exposure to heat (two-hour fire resistance), ignition sources and mechanical damage. A fire department permit will be required.
2. Crankcase draining may be stored in specially constructed above ground storage tanks, approved by the fire code official, with a maximum capacity of 550 gallons. Such tanks may be located within a building when the fire code official deems appropriate, and the container meets the following: specially designed, approved and listed containers which have features incorporated into their design which mitigates concerns for exposure to heat, ignition sources and mechanical damage.
3. Containers must be installed and used in accordance with their listing, and provisions must be made for leak and spill containment. In no case shall such storage be permitted in residential or institutional property. All installations require a fire department permit.
4. With the approval of the fire code official, Class I and II liquids may be stored aboveground tanks inside or outside of buildings in specially designed, approved and listed containers which have features incorporated into their design which mitigates concerns for exposure to heat, ignition sources and mechanical damage. Class I liquids will be limited to 550 gallons and class II liquids will be limited to 1,100 gallons. Containers must be installed and used in accordance with their listing, and provisions must be made for leak and spill containment. The fire code official may disapprove the installation of such containers when in his opinion their use presents a risk to life or property.
5. With the approval of the fire code official, temporary storage of a maximum 10,000 gallons of Class II liquids may be permitted for a period not to exceed ninety (90) days at remote construction sites, earth moving projects, gravel pits or borrow pits, consistent with 5704 and 5706.
Section 5706 Special Operations
Section 5706.2.4.4 Locations Where Above-ground Tanks are Prohibited
The storage of Class I and Class II liquids in above-ground tanks is prohibited in residential areas within the geographic limits of the City of Solana Beach.
Section 5706.4 Bulk Plants or Terminals
The geographic limits in which bulk plants and terminals of flammable and combustible liquids are received are prohibited for the protection of heavily populated and congested areas and are hereby established as jurisdiction limits of the City of Solana Beach.
Chapter 61 Liquefied Petroleum Gases
Section 6104.2 Maximum Capacity Within Established Limits
The geographic limits in which the bulk storage of liquefied petroleum gas is prohibited for the protection of heavily populated and congested areas is hereby established as jurisdiction limits of the City of Solana Beach. The aggregate capacity of any one installation shall not exceed a water capacity of 2,000 gallons.
(Ord. 527 § 2(B), 2022)
15.32.050 Section 308.1.6.3 – Sky lanterns.
Section 308.1.6.3 is revised in the 2022 California Fire Code to read as follows:
Section 308.1.6.3 – Sky lanterns
Sky lanterns, floating luminary, and similar devices propelled by open flame are prohibited for sale or use.
(Ord. 527 § 2(B), 2022)
15.32.100 Section 324 – Mid-rise buildings.
Section 324 is added to the 2022 California Fire Code to read as follows:
Section 324 Mid-Rise Buildings
Section 324.1 General
All newly constructed mid-rise buildings, or any midrise building which undergoes a complete structural or non-structural renovation that requires the complete vacancy of the building to complete the renovation shall comply with sections 324.1-324.5
Exceptions:
1. Buildings used exclusively as an open parking garage.
2. Buildings where all floors above the fourth-floor level are used exclusively as an open parking garage.
3. Buildings such as a power plant, lookout tower, steeple, grain house, or other similar structures with intermittent human occupancy.
Section 324.2 Fire Equipment Control Room
A fire equipment control room for fire department operations shall be provided. The location and accessibility of the room shall be approved by the fire code official and be separated from the remainder of the building by not less than a 1-hour barrier. The room shall contain the following at a minimum:
1) Voice alarm and public address panels.
2) Fire alarm control panel.
3) Status indicators and controls for air-handling systems.
4) Fire pump status indicators (if required).
5) Set of complete building plans.
Section 324.3 Road Dimensions
Fire apparatus access roads serving buildings or portions of buildings or facilities that exceed 30 feet in height above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 26 feet.
(Ord. 527 § 2(B), 2022)
15.32.110 Section 107.7 – Fees.
Section 107.7 is added in the 2022 California Fire Code to read as follows:
SECTION 107.7 – FEES
When any construction project, building, manufacturing process, hazardous occupancy or such similar occurrence present demands on the fire protection service levels that are in excess of those already established and provided by the fire department, and cannot be mitigated by the installation of fire protection appliances or devices, then the owner and/or operator of that entity shall be responsible for costs associated with necessary training and equipment purchases that may be incurred by the fire department to provide an adequate and safe level of emergency response. This level of emergency response will be established by the Fire Chief.
(Ord. 527 § 2(B), 2022)
15.32.120 Section 1154 – Firefighting cost recovery.
Section 1154.1 is added in the 2022 California Fire Code to read as follows:
Where a fire has resulted from failure to comply with fire safety requirements after notice was given, the Fire Chief may recover costs relating to the response, suppression and overhaul of the fire from the responsible party.
(Ord. 527 § 2(B), 2022)
15.32.130 Section 112.4 – Abatement of violation – Non-compliance penalty.
Section 112.4 is added in the 2022 California Fire Code to read as follows:
When a person fails to comply with a second notice of correction, notice of violation, or notice to cure, the fire code official may impose a fee for the recovery of expenses incurred as a result of activities undertaken pursuant to enforcing the fire prevention provisions of this Code. The penalty for non-compliance shall be determined under Chapter 1.16 SBMC.
(Ord. 527 § 2(B), 2022)
15.32.170 Section 503 – Fire apparatus access roads.
The following sections of Chapter 5 – Section 503, Fire Apparatus Access Roads of the 2022 California Fire Code shall be revised to read as follows:
Chapter 5 – Section 503, Fire Apparatus Access Roads
Section 503.2.1 Dimensions
Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed improved width of not less than 20 feet, except for single-family residential driveways; serving no more than two, single-family dwellings, shall have a minimum of 16 feet of unobstructed improved width.
EXCEPTION:
1. Fire access roadways, gated entrances with card readers, guard stations or center medians, which have separated lanes of one-way traffic, shall be not less than 14 feet wide per lane.
Section 503.2.3 Surface
Fire apparatus access roads shall be designed and maintained to support the imposed loads of fire apparatus not less than 75,000 lbs. and shall be provided with an approved paved surface to provide all-weather driving capabilities.
Section 503.2.7 Grade
Grades exceeding 15% on fire apparatus access roads shall not be permitted without mitigation. Minimal mitigation shall be a surface of Portland cement concrete (PCC), with a deep broom finish perpendicular to the entire direction of travel. Maximum grade shall not exceed 20%.
Section 503.2.8 Angles of Approach and Departure
The angle of approach and departure of a fire access roadway shall not exceed 12%or as approved by the fire code official.
Section 503.2.9 Roadway Turnouts
Turnouts shall be a minimum of 10 feet wide and 30 feet long with a minimum 25-foot taper on each end.
Section 503.3 Marking
When required by the fire code official, approved signs or other approved notices or markings shall be provided for all public and private fire apparatus access roads to identify such roads or prohibit obstruction thereof. Signs, notices or markings shall be maintained in a clean and legible condition at all times and shall be replaced or repaired when necessary to provide adequate visibility. All new public roads, all private roads within major subdivisions and all private roads serving four or more parcels shall be named. Road name signs shall comply with City of Solana Beach standards.
(Ord. 527 § 2(B), 2022)
15.32.190 Sections 503.4.2, 503.4.3 – Fire lane parking restrictions.
Sections 503.4.2 – 503.4.3 are added to the 2022 California Fire Code to read as follows:
503.4.2 Fire Lanes – No Parking
No person shall park, stand, or leave unattended any vehicles in any fire lane or fire apparatus access road designated and marked according to the provisions of this Section.
503.4.3 Fire Lanes – No Parking
The fire code official shall have the authority to designate fire lanes or fire apparatus access roads within the City, and to enforce the provisions of this Section. The fire code official may designate existing roadways as fire access roadways consistent with California Vehicle Code Section 22500.1, and 22685 (a) where it determined that such designation is necessary to provide adequate emergency apparatus access.
(Ord. 527 § 2(B), 2022)
15.32.200 Section 503.6 – Security gates.
Section 503.6 of the 2022 California Fire Code is revised to read as follows:
Sec. 503.6 Security Gates
No person shall install a security gate or security device across a fire access roadway without approval of the fire code official.
1. An automatic gate across a fire access roadway or driveway shall be equipped with an approved emergency key-operated switch overriding all command functions and opening the gate.
2. A gate accessing more than four residences or residential lots or a gate accessing hazardous institutional, educational or assembly occupancy group structure, shall also be equipped with an approved emergency traffic control-activating strobe light sensor or other device approved by the fire code official, which will activate the gate on the approach of emergency apparatus with a battery back-up or manual mechanical disconnect in case of power failure.
3. An automatic gate shall meet fire department policies deemed necessary by the fire code official for rapid, reliable access.
4. An automatic gate serving more than one dwelling or residential lot in existence at the time of adoption of this chapter is required to install an approved emergency key-operated switch and/or an approved emergency traffic control-activating strobe light sensor approved by the fire code official, at an approved location, which overrides all command functions and opens the gate. A property owner shall comply with this requirement within 90 days of receiving written notice to comply.
5. Where this section requires an approved key-operated switch, it may be dual-keyed or equipped with dual switches provided to facilitate access by law enforcement personnel.
6. Electric gate openers, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325. Gates intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed and installed to comply with the requirements of ASTM F2200.
(Ord. 527 § 2(B), 2022)
15.32.210 Section 507 – Fire protection water supplies.
The following sections of Chapter 5 – Section 507, Fire Protection Water Supplies, in the 2022 California Fire Code shall be revised to read as follows:
Chapter 5 Fire Service Features
Section 507.2.2 Water Tanks
Section 507.2.2A Water Tanks Table 507.2.2A – Water storage tanks, when permitted by the fire code official, shall comply with Table No. 507.2.2A.
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TABLE NO. 507.2.2A |
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Building Square Feet |
Gallons Per Minute Water Flow |
Capacity Gallons |
Duration Minutes |
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Up to 1,500 |
250 |
5,000 |
20 |
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Over 1,500 |
250 |
10,000 |
40 |
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When exposure distance is one hundred feet (100') or less from adjacent property, or where additional hazards or higher fire flow exists, the required water storage may be modified by the fire code official. |
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1. Tank elevation shall be equal to or higher than the fire department connection on the premises. Regardless of domestic use, all tanks shall be equipped with a device that will ensure that the tank contains the designated amount of water for fire flow duration as determined by the fire department. Tank size may be increased to serve multiple structures on a single parcel.
2. Supply outlet shall be at least 4 inches in diameter from the base of the tank to the point of outlet at the fire department connection. The fire department connection shall provide an approved means of controlling water flow.
3. The outlet shall be located along an access roadway and shall not be closer than 50 feet or further than 150 feet from the structure.
4. All exposed tanks and supply pipes shall be of an alloy or other material listed for above ground use. Adequate support shall be provided.
Section 507.5.1 Where Required
The location, type and number of fire hydrants connected to a water supply capable of delivering the required fire flow shall be provided on the public or private street, or on the site of the premises to be protected or both. Fire hydrants shall be accessible to fire department apparatus by roads meeting the requirements of section 503.
Section 507.5.1.01 Requirements for single family dwellings
In zones other than industrial, commercial, and multi-family, fire hydrants shall be installed in accordance with Table No. 507.5.1.1A.
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TABLE 507.5.1.1A |
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Parcels 1/2 acre and larger: |
Every 500 feet to the structure |
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Parcels less than 1/2 acre: |
Every 350 feet |
Section 507.5.1.02 Requirements for multi-family, commercial and industrial zones
In multi family zones and in commercial and industrial zones, fire hydrants shall be installed at intersections, at the beginning radius of cul-de-sacs, or as approved by the fire code official and every 300 feet of fire access roadways, regardless of parcel size.
(Ord. 527 § 2(B), 2022)
15.32.230 Sections 902, 903, 905 – General fire extinguishing system requirements.
The following sections of Chapter 9 – Fire Protection Systems, in the 2022 California Fire Code shall be revised to read as follows:
Section 902.1 Definitions – Added Definition
LIFE SAFETY SPRINKLER SYSTEM shall meet National Fire Protection Association Standards 13 D and 13 R latest addition, and City of Solana Beach installation policies as appropriate
Section 903 – Automatic Sprinkler Systems
Section 903.2 – Where required
Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be provided in the locations described in sections 903.2.01.1 through 903.2.12, and may be required in additions and remodels of existing structures as described in section 903.2.01
Section 903.2.01 Additions, Remodels and Reconstruction
An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with 903.3 may be required to be installed throughout structures when the addition is more than 50% of the existing building or where the scope of work includes significant modifications to the interior/or roof of the building.
Exceptions:
1) If the cost of the installation exceeds 15 percent of the valuation of the project. Formal bids shall be provided to the fire prevention bureau to be reviewed for acceptance.
2) If the addition to the existing building is strictly for the creation of a new Accessory Dwelling Unit; no additions or remodels to the existing building is permitted.
903.2.02 – New Commercial and Group U
An automatic sprinkler system Installed in accordance with section 903.3 shall be required in new buildings and structures where the required fire flow exceeds 1,500 gallons per minute as calculated by section 507.3., or when the square footage of a new commercial building exceeds 5,000 square feet.
Exception:
Agricultural buildings constructed of wood or metal frame, over which fabric or similar material is stretched, which are specifically used as green houses are exempt from the automatic sprinkler requirements unless physically connected to other structures.
Section 905 Standpipe Systems - Required Installations
Standpipe systems shall be installed where required by Sections 905.3.01 through 905.3.11.1. Standpipe systems are allowed to be combined with automatic sprinkler systems.
Exception: Standpipe systems are not required in Group R-3 occupancies.
Section 905.3 Standpipes for New Commercial Buildings:
A Class I standpipe with 2.5-inch hose valves shall be provided for all new commercial buildings three levels or more in height, regardless of occupancy type. Hose valves and connections shall be located in each stair enclosure and on each floor level, including the roof. For single story buildings or parking structures with large floor areas, class I standpipes may be required.
(Ord. 527 § 2(B), 2022)
15.32.350 Explosives and fireworks.
The following sections of Chapter 56 – Explosives and Fireworks, in the 2022 California Fire Code shall be added to read as follows:
Chapter 56 Explosives and Fireworks
Section 5608.2 Fireworks
Fireworks shall not be sold, manufactured, disposed or discharged within the jurisdictional boundaries of the City of Solana Beach, except when all necessary permits have been issued by all the relevant agencies, including a permit for public display, theatrical purposes and/or group entertainment issued by the fire department, to a California State Fire Marshal licensed pyro-technician and the minimum requirements of Title-19, California Code of Regulations, Chapter-6, fireworks are met. The San Diego County Regulatory Ordinance, Title-3, Division-2, Chapter 1, section 32.101 through 32.108 may be used as a guide when enforcing these requirements.
Section 5608.3 Fireworks Penalty
Any person violating any provisions or failing to comply with this Chapter or the requirements of Title-19 California Code of Regulations, chapter 6, and/or San Diego County Regulatory Ordinance, Title-3, Division-2, Chapter 1, section 32.101 through 32.108, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof, shall be punishable by a fine not to exceed One Thousand dollars ($1,000) or by imprisonment in the County jail for a period of not more than one year or by both such fine and imprisonment.
(Ord. 527 § 2(B), 2022)