Chapter 15.08 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE

103.2 Appointment. The fire code official shall be appointed by the City Manager or the City Council and serves at their pleasure. Wherever the words “Chief of Fire Department,” “Fire Chief,” or “fire code official” are used, it shall mean the Fire Marshal or in the absence of the designated Fire Marshal, it shall mean the Building Official.

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15.08.016 IFC Sections 104.3.2 and 104.3.3.

IFC Sections 104.3.2, Interference with enforcement, and 104.3.3, Power to protect property, are added:

104.3.2 Interference with enforcement. It shall be unlawful for persons to interfere or cause conditions that would interfere with the fire code official in carrying out any duties or functions prescribed by this code.

104.3.3 Power to protect property. The fire code official shall have power to cause the removal of any property when necessary to preserve such property from fire, explosion, or other emergency; to prevent the spreading of fire; or to protect adjoining property. No person shall be entitled to remove any property in the possession of the fire code official saved from any fire until proof of ownership thereof is furnished.

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15.08.017 IFC Section 104.4.1.

IFC Section 104.4.1 is added as follows:

104.4.1 Impersonation. It shall be unlawful for persons to use a badge, uniform, or other credentials to impersonate a fire code official - prevention, engineering or investigation.

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15.08.018 IFC Section 104.11.3.1.

IFC Section 104.11.3.1 is added as follows:

104.11.3.1 Resetting or silencing of alarms. No person shall reset or silence a fire protection or life safety system unless by direction of the fire chief, fire code official in charge of the incident.

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15.08.019 IFC Sections 108.7 and 108.7.1.

IFC Sections 108.7 and 108.7.1 are added:

108.7 Fire watch personnel. When in the opinion of the fire code official it is essential for public or occupant safety, because of potentially hazardous conditions or a reduction in safety due to the occupant load, crowd movement, type of performance, display, exhibit, use, contest, activity; impairment to a fire protection or other life safety system; or any similar condition, the fire code official shall have the authority to require a fire watch in any building, premises or property.

108.7.1 Owner’s responsibility. The owner, agent, or lessee shall employ personnel for fire watch in adequate numbers as determined by the fire code official based on the potential hazard or reduction in safety described in Section 108.7. When required by the fire code official, uniformed firefighters from jurisdictions that provide suppression services to the City of Glendale may be contracted through the process created by their respective jurisdiction. Fire watch personnel shall be subject to the fire code official’s orders at all times and shall be identifiable and remain actively on duty during the times specified by the fire code official.

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15.08.020 IFC Sections 109.1 and 109.3.

IFC Section 109.1 shall be amended to read as follows; Section 109.3 is deleted:

109.1 Board of appeals. The Board of appeals as created in IBC provisions as amended shall hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the fire code official relative to the application and interpretation of this code.

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15.08.021 IFC Section 106.6.

IFC Section 106.6 shall be added to read as follows:

106.6 Application for Permit—Change to read:

106.6.1 All applications for a permit required by this Code shall be made to the Fire Department through the Building Department in such form and detail as it shall prescribe. Applications for permits shall be accompanied by such plans as required by the fire code official.

106.6.2 The Fire Department shall collect fees for permits, plan review, and inspection services as prescribed in Table No. 106.1.

TABLE 106.1
	Fee or Actual Cost
Plan Reviews for New Construction and Tenant Finishes 0 to 5,000 square feet 5,001 to 20,000 square feet Over 20,001 square feet	$20,000 $500.00 $750.00
Plan Reviews and Inspection of Sprinkler Systems 0 to 5,000 square feet 5,001 to 20,000 square feet Over 20,001 square feet	$200.00 $500.00 $750.00
Plan Review and Inspection of Fire Alarm Systems 0 to 5,000 square feet 5,001 to 20,000 square feet Over 20,001 square feet	$200.00 $500.00 $750.00
Special Permits Aerosol products storage Asbestos removal Battery systems Candles and open flames in assembly areas Carnivals and fairs Cellulose nitrate film Cellulose nitrate storage Combustible fiber storage Combustible material storage Compressed gases Cryogens Dry cleaning plants Dust-producing operations Explosives or blasting agents Fire hydrants and water-control valves Fireworks Flammable or combustible liquids Fumigation or thermal insecticidal fogging Hazardous materials High-piled combustible storage Hot-work operations Liquefied petroleum gases Liquid or gas-fueled vehicles or equipment in assembly buildings Motor vehicle fuel-dispensing stations Nitrate film Open burning Organic coatings Places of assembly Radioactive materials Refrigeration equipment Repair garages Spraying or dipping Temporary membrane structures, tents, and canopies Tire storage Wood products	$100.00 new $50.00 annual renewal

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15.08.023 IFC Section 107.5.

IFC Section 107.5 shall be added to read as follows:

107.5 Annual Inspection Process. Annual inspections of all buildings and premises are necessary to enforce the code. In addition to other necessary inspections, the Fire Department shall schedule every building and premises to be inspected annually for compliance with this code. The Fire Department shall notify the property owner, operator, or rental agent by mailing at least 30 days prior to the annual inspection. The notice shall contain procedures to schedule the specific inspection time and the fee for the annual inspection. No Annual Fire Certificate shall be issued until the fees for annual inspections, subsequent reinspections, or other methods to establish compliance shall be paid.

107.5.1 Annual Inspection and Reinspection Fees. The fees listed in Table 107.5 shall be paid within ten days of the annual inspection or subsequent reinspection.

TABLE 107.5
Use Type		Fee
Group R Occupancies
	1-3 floors	$100
	4-10 floors	$200
	11+ floors	$300

Group A and M Occupancies
	First 1,000 sq/ft	$40
	Each additional 1,000 sq/ft	$2

Group B, F, I and U Occupancies
	0 to 3 floors, first 1,000 sq/ft	$40
	0 to 3 floors, each 1,000 sq/ft	$2
	4 to 8 floors	$225
	9 to 15 floors	$275
	16+ floors	$325

Reinspections
	First reinspection	$50 per hour (minimum one hour)
	Additional reinspections	$75 per hour (minimum one hour)

Mixed or other use types not listed	The Fire Marshal shall set a reasonable fee based upon the time necessary to complete the inspection	$50 per hour (minimum one hour)

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15.08.025 IFC Section 110.4.

IFC Section 110.4 shall be amended to read as follows:

110.4 Violation penalties. Persons who shall violate a provision of this code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall erect, install, alter, repair or do work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the fire code official, or of a permit or certificate used under provisions of this code, shall be unlawful and enforced under Glendale Code of Ordinances 1.16.010.

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15.08.026 IFC Section 112.4.

IFC Section 112.4 shall be amended to read as follows:

112.4 Failure to comply. Any person who shall continue any work after having been served with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be unlawful and enforced under Glendale Code of Ordinances 1.16.010.

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15.08.027 IFC Section 304.2.1.

IFC Section 304.2.1 is added as follows:

304.2.1 Required storage conditions. Combustible rubbish kept or accumulated within or adjacent to buildings, structures or residential dwelling units shall be in containers complying with this code, or in rooms or vaults constructed of non-combustible materials.

Exception: Storage, accumulation, use and handling of combustible rubbish and waste, newspapers, magazines, etc. not in excess of 10 cubic feet aggregate.

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15.08.030 IFC Section 307.4.

IFC Section 307.4 is replaced as follows; exceptions remain:

307.4 Location. When permitted by City of Glendale Fire Code official, the location for open burning shall be not less than 50 feet (15,240 mm) from any structure, and provisions shall be made to prevent the fire from spreading to within 50 feet (15,240 mm) of any structure.

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15.08.031 IFC Section 307.4.3.

IFC Section 307.4.3 is replaced as follows:

307.4.3 Portable outdoor fireplaces and chimeneas. Portable outdoor fireplaces and chimeneas are prohibited.

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15.08.033 IFC Section 308.1.4.

IFC Section 308.1.4 is replaced as follows:

308.1.4 Open-flame cooking devices. No gas-fired grills, charcoal grills, or other similar devices used for cooking, heating, or any other purpose, shall be used or kindled on any balcony or under any overhanging portion or within 10 feet (3 m) of any structure.

Exceptions:

1. One- and two-family dwellings.

2. LP-gas burners having an LP-gas container with a water capacity not greater than 2.5 pounds [nominal 1 pound (0.454kg) LP-gas capacity]. Two extra 1 pound LP-gas containers may be stored on the balcony.

3. Listed natural gas appliances shall be permitted on balconies when installed in accordance with the International Fuel Gas Code and supplied by the building’s natural gas system.

4. Listed electric ranges, grills, or similar electrical apparatus shall be permitted.

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15.08.034 IFC Section 316.7.

IFC Section 316.7 is added as follows:

316.7 Fences, walls, retaining walls, and similar barriers. The use of barbed wire or any other sharp-pointed material, devices or features that deliver a physical or health hazard on, as, or on top of, fences, walls, retaining walls, or similar barriers, regardless of height, is prohibited except barbed wire may be installed where approved by the fire code official and a permit is obtained in accordance with Section 105.6.

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15.08.045 IFC Section 401.5.

IFC Section 401.5 is replaced as follows:

401.5 False alarm. No person shall deliberately or maliciously report a fire or unauthorized discharge of hazardous materials when that person knows that no fire or discharge exists. The person responsible for the false alarm shall reimburse the City for the total cost of responding to the false alarm.

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15.08.046 IFC Section 401.9.

IFC Section 401.9 is added as follows:

401.9 Misleading information. It shall be unlawful for a person to willfully make any false, fraudulent, misleading, or unfounded report or statement or to willfully misrepresent any fact with the intention of misleading any Fire Department personnel or interfering with Fire Department operations.

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15.08.047 IFC Section 403.8.1.6.

IFC Section 403.8.1.6 is replaced as follows:

403.8.1.6 Resident participation in drills. Emergency evacuation drills shall involve the actual evacuation of residents to a selected assembly point. All exits shall be used.

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15.08.048 IFC Section 405.1.

IFC Section 405.1 is amended as follows:

405.1 General. Emergency evacuation drills complying with Sections 405.2 through 405.9 shall be conducted not less than annually where fire safety and evacuation plans are required by Section 403 or where required by the fire code official. Drills shall be designed in cooperation with the local authorities. It shall be unlawful to interfere with Fire Department personnel conducting an emergency evacuation drill.

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15.08.049 IFC Section 503.2.1.

IFC Section 503.2.1 is replaced as follows:

503.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall comply with currently adopted Public Works Rules and Regulations for Standard Right-of-Way Cross Sections and Utility Locations, but shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 14 feet, exclusive of shoulders. Existing fire apparatus access roads shall maintain their width but shall be not less than allowed in Table 503.2.1. Approved security gates shall comply with Section 503.6 and fire access roads shall have an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13 feet 6 inches.

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15.08.050 IFC Table 503.2.1.

IFC Table 503.2.1 is added:

TABLE 503.2.1

MINIMUM CLEAR STREET WIDTHS FOR EXISTING EMERGENCY FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS ROADS
Type of Building/Structure to Be Served by Existing Fire Apparatus Access Road	Minimum Unobstructed Width1,2
Single-family detached buildings, two-dwelling unit attached buildings, or townhouses with alleys	14 feet
Single-family detached buildings, two-dwelling unit attached buildings, or townhouses without alleys but with driveways that extend to the road	16 feet
Single-family detached buildings, two-dwelling unit attached buildings, or townhouses without alleys or driveways that extend to the road	16 feet
Multi-family residential buildings, three (3) stories or less AND with 15 or less dwelling units per building3	16 feet
Multi-family non-high-rise buildings, four (4) or more stories OR with 16 or more dwelling units per building3 Non-residential non-high-rise buildings/structures	20 feet with an additional 40-feet (length) of “no parking” fire lane at the main entrance of the building. Where 25 feet or greater unobstructed width is provided, a 40-foot “no parking” fire lane is not required.
High-rise buildings/structures3	20 feet with an additional 40 feet (length) of “no parking” fire lane at the main entrance of the building. Where building/structure is located on a corner, 20 feet is required on 2 sides of the building. Where 25 feet or greater unobstructed width is provided, a 40-foot “no parking” fire lane is not required.

1 Based on 8 ft. parking and 18-inch curb-to-tire widths in accordance with City of Glendale standards, unless a 7 ft parking lane is allowed by fire code official when existing streets are 32 ft. wide or less.

2 Where a fire apparatus access road serves two or more uses, the larger required minimum unobstructed width shall be maintained.

3 A multi-family building with commercial on the first floor shall comply with the non-residential non-high-rise minimum clear width requirement, except that high-rise buildings/structures shall comply with high-rise minimum clear width requirement.

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15.08.051 IFC Section 503.2.3.

IFC Section 503.2.3 is replaced to read as follows:

503.2.3 Surface. All-weather permanent fire access surfaces shall be asphalt, concrete, or other approved surface. Temporary fire access surfaces during construction are permitted to consist of a gravel road base or asphalt or other approved surface. See Section 1607 of the International Building Code for Fire Department apparatus loading.

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15.08.052 IFC Section 503.2.4.

IFC Section 503.2.4 is replaced as follows:

503.2.4 Turning radius. The required turning radius of a fire apparatus access road shall be a minimum of 25 feet inside and 50 feet outside.

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15.08.053 IFC Section 503.2.5.

IFC Section 503.2.5 is replaced as follows:

503.2.5 Dead Ends. All private fire access roads must be connected on at least one end to a public road or street, a private access road, or a private driveway. The connection of private access roads, driveways, or fire lanes to the public street or road shall be by a means of a curb cut and ramp to the elevation of the required access. If design conflicts or civil incongruities exist. Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet (45 720 mm) in length shall be provided with an approved area for turning around fire apparatus in accordance with Figure 503.2.5.

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15.08.054 IFC Figure 503.2.5.

IFC Figure 503.2.5 is added as follows:

FIGURE 503.2.5

DEAD-END FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS ROAD TURNAROUND

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15.08.055 IFC Section 503.2.6.1.

IFC Section 503.2.6.1 is added as follows:

503.2.6.1 Grade-level structural deck. See Chapter 16 of the International Building Code for structural loading. All structural decks shall have permanent, all-weather load posting sign(s) indicating gross maximum vehicle loads, maximum tandem axle load and maximum single-axle load. Signs shall be posted in a conspicuous location at each deck entrance and shall be maintained by the owner at all times.

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15.08.056 IFC Section 503.2.7.

IFC Section 503.2.7, Grade, is replaced as follows:

503.2.7 Grade. The grade of the fire apparatus access road shall not exceed 5% (4 degrees). All other criteria shall meet current Public Works roadway construction and design specifications.

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15.08.057 IFC Section 503.2.8.

IFC Section 503.2.8 is replaced in its entirety as follows:

503.2.8 Angle of approach and departure. The angles of approach and departure for fire apparatus access roads shall not exceed 6 degrees or as approved by the fire code official.

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15.08.058 IFC Section 503.3.

IFC Section 503.3 is amended as follows, including adding Figure 503.3:

503.3 Marking. Where required by the fire code official, approved signs or other approved notices or markings that include the words NO PARKING—FIRE LANE shall be provided for fire apparatus access roads to identify such roads or prohibit the obstruction thereof. The means by which fire lanes are designated shall be maintained in a clean and legible condition at all times and be replaced or repaired when necessary to provide adequate visibility. Signs shall have a 12-inch by 18-inch dimension and shall comply with the Model Traffic Code, approved by Glendale Public Works and as depicted in Figure 503.3, Signs, and their placement shall be provided for all fire lanes. The maximum spacing for fire lane signs shall be thirty (30) feet on center. Signs for private access roads and driveways shall be provided when required by the Fire Marshal. The marking and painting of private access roads, driveways, and fire lanes shall be as required by the Fire Marshal, based upon individual conditions.

FIGURE 503.3.

FIRE LANE SIGNS

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15.08.059 IFC Section 503.4.

IFC Section 503.4 is amended as follows:

503.4 Obstruction of fire apparatus access roads. Fire apparatus access roads shall not be obstructed in any manner, including the parking of vehicles. The minimum widths and clearances established in Sections 503.2.1 and 503.2.2 shall be maintained at all times. Private access road, driveway, fire lanes, and their accessories, e.g., signs, gates, and locks shall be maintained in good condition, clear of debris and snow. Markings and signs shall be legible so as to be readily accessible and visible at all times. Inspection of these areas will be done in conjunction with the normal building fire inspection. Failure to properly maintain a private access road, driveway, or fire lane shall be treated as a fire prevention violation. The installation and maintenance of all private access roads, driveways, and fire lanes shall be done by the property owner or his designee at the owner’s expense. All gates, chains, and locks limiting access to private access roads, driveways, and fire lanes shall be approved by the Fire Marshal prior to installation.

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15.08.060 IFC Sections 503.6.1 and 503.6.2.

IFC Sections 503.6.1, Width, and 503.6.2 are added as follows:

503.6.1 Width. Security gates across a fire apparatus access road shall be a minimum 16 feet wide.

503.6.2 Approved means of emergency operation. Secured gates across a fire apparatus access road shall be provided with one or more of the following features:

1. Key box in accordance with Section 506.

2. An approved lock.

3. Chains used to secure gates shall be ¼-inch maximum, non-case hardened steel.

4. Emergency operation approved by fire code official.

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15.08.061 IFC Section 507.2.

IFC Section 507.2 is replaced as follows:

507.2 Type of water supply. A water supply shall be connected to a reliable public water works system.

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15.08.062 IFC Section 507.2.3.

IFC Section 507.2.3 is added as follows:

507.2.3 Water supply serving high-rise buildings. High-rise buildings shall be supplied by connections to a minimum of two public water mains located in different streets. Separate supply piping shall be provided between each water main connection and the building. Backflow prevention devices and flow switches shall be provided in accordance with Section 912.6 at each water main entry to the structure. Each fire main shall be sized to meet the full demand of the fire protection system at each connection to achieve redundancy. Subject to approval by Glendale Public Works.

Exception: Where approved by the fire code official, high-rise buildings without access to different water mains shall have two fire main connections to the same public main. The public main shall have valves such that an interruption of one water source can be isolated so that water supply will continue without interruption through the other connection. The two required fire mains shall have a minimum separation distance from each other of five (5) feet at all points from the public main to the building. Each fire main shall be sized to meet the full demand of the fire protection system at each connection to achieve redundancy.

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15.08.065 IFC Section 507.5.5.

IFC Section 507.5.5 is replaced as follows:

507.5.5 Clear space around hydrants. A five-foot (1524 mm) clear space shall be maintained around the circumference of fire hydrants, except as otherwise required or approved.

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15.08.066 IFC Section 508.1.

IFC Section 508.1 is replaced as follows:

508.1 Fire command center (FCC). Where required by Section 907 or 909, buildings shall be provided with an FCC in accordance with this section. No piping, ducts or equipment foreign to required fire operations shall be permitted to enter, pass through or be installed within the FCC. Scale drawings of the FCC showing the location of all equipment and features, in plan and elevation views, shall be submitted for approval prior to installation.

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15.08.067 IFC Section 508.1.1.

IFC Section 508.1.1 is replaced as follows:

508.1.1 Location and access. The FCC shall:

1. Be on the ground floor, and

2. Have a secured entrance directly accessible to and in immediate proximity of the main building entrance.

3. Have access within the building to all fire service access elevators.

Exception: Unless otherwise approved by the fire code official.

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15.08.068 IFC Section 508.1.2.

IFC Section 508.1.2 is replaced as follows:

508.1.2 Separation. To meet the system survivability requirements of NFPA 72, the FCC shall be separated from the remainder of the building by not less than a 2-hour fire barrier constructed in accordance with Section 707 of the International Building Code or a horizontal assembly in accordance with Section 711 of the International Building Code or both.

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15.08.069 IFC Sections 510 to 510.6.4.

IFC Sections 510 to 510.6.4 are deleted and replaced with the following sections:

510.1 Where required. Buildings shall have approved radio coverage in accordance with Section 510 for emergency responders as follows:

1. High-rise buildings.

2. Underground buildings (constructed in accordance with Section 405 of the International Building Code).

3. In accordance with Section 510.1.1.

510.1.1 Compliance testing. New buildings of 50,000 gsf or more and all new Group E and I occupancies over 10,000 gsf on any story shall be tested upon substantial construction completion and where lacking required coverage, shall be provided with an RES. Buildings having compliant initial radio coverage shall be tested every five years thereafter in accordance with Section 510.2.1.1 for continued adequacy of emergency responder radio communications coverage. Buildings failing to meet the minimum coverage requirements after testing shall be provided with a RES in accordance with Section 510. Where it is determined by the fire code official the radio coverage system is not needed, written documentation of the adequacy of existing radio coverage shall be maintained on site.

510.1.2 Emergency responder radio coverage in existing buildings. For existing high-rise, underground buildings, I-1, I-2 and I-3 occupancies and airport buildings, when undergoing an upgrade to install a Mass Notification System (MNS) or complete fire alarm head-end equipment replacement, the building shall be tested to Section 510 for public safety radio coverage and where deficient, RES coverage shall be provided. Buildings with currently acceptable signal strength shall be retested at five-year intervals in accordance with Section 510.2.1.1 to ensure continued compliant radio coverage. Where it is determined by the fire code official the radio coverage system is not needed, written documentation of the adequacy of existing radio coverage shall be maintained on site.

510.2 Emergency responder radio enhancement system coverage in buildings. Where required by Section 916, buildings shall have approved radio coverage for emergency responders within the building based upon the existing coverage levels of the Department of Safety communication system at the exterior of the building. Systems shall operate at the frequency of 806-816 MHz and 851-861 MHz. This section shall not require improvement of the existing Department of Safety communication system. Active components Bi-directional Amplifiers (BDA), Distributed Amplifier System (DAS) controller, UPS, of the RES system shall be installed in a room separated from the remainder of the building by a minimum 1-hour fire-resistance rated fire barrier constructed in accordance with Section 707 of the International Building Code or a one hour fire resistance rated horizontal assembly constructed in accordance with Section 711 of the International Building Code or both. The Emergency Responder Radio Enhancement Coverage system shall be a standalone system totally dedicated to public safety and no components of this system may be shared with any other radio or cell phone systems. Modification, alteration, repair or removal of any RES system or component is specifically prohibited without the approval of the fire code official.

Exception: Where it is determined by the fire code official that current radio coverage within the building is adequate, written documentation of the compliance of radio coverage shall be maintained on site. See Section 916 for testing requirements.

510.2.1 Coverage Requirement. The radio system control channel signal level shall exceed -100 dBm at 95% or more of the locations measured within each floor plate. Equivalently, the service area reliability shall be 95% or greater on each floor of the structure and parking areas. All designated areas of refuge, Fire Command Centers, stairwells, main building lobbies and elevator lobbies shall have 100% signal coverage of -100 dBm or stronger.

510.3 Radio systems. The RES system shall meet the coverage requirements defined in this section, and comprise one of following; bi-directional amplifiers with radiating (“leaky coax”) cable, a discrete distributed antenna system or other fire department approved equivalent technology. Radio communications systems shall only operate on the frequency range of 806-816 MHz and 851-861 MHz. All active electronic components in the RES system shall be powered by a dedicated uninterruptible power source (UPS) with a minimum backup time of 12 hours with all amplifiers at rated output. The UPS input circuit shall be a dedicated circuit and any cord and plug connection(s) shall be secured in an approved cabinet to prevent inadvertent disconnection. The circuit shall also be connected to the emergency generator where one is provided. The circuit shall be provided with a “lock-on” device. The RES system shall be maintained in an operative condition at all times.

Exceptions:

1. In buildings provided with an emergency generator in accordance with Section 604, UPS minimum battery capacity shall be permitted to be 2 hours.

2. Where a legally required standby generator is installed in accordance with Section 604, and the UPS input circuit is automatically transferred to the generator source, UPS minimum battery capacity shall be permitted to be 2 hours.

510.3.1 Requirements. The system shall effectively operate throughout the structure in accordance with this section. Radio communication coverage is required throughout parking garages and all areas below grade. Acceptance of the installed communication system shall be based upon Fire Department approval of the acceptance test as described below. All RES equipment shall be FCC compliant.

510.3.1.1 Acceptance test. Test procedures shall comply with DFD Policy 510-1. Measurement locations shall be uniformly distributed to the extent practical. There shall be at least 10 sampling measurements per 4,000 sq. ft. (one per every 20 foot X 20 foot square) of gross building area. Adequate radio coverage shall be determined for the structure and parking areas separately. Elevators, stairways and enclosed areas within each grid must be included in the testing. Where grid points exhibit marginal RF signal levels, DFD personnel will perform a radio test to determine if intelligible transmissions can be made through the enhanced radio system to and from the individual grid point without the need for retransmission. If this test fails, communications will be considered inadequate at that grid location and that grid will have failed to meet the required signal level.

510.3.1.2 Periodic testing. RES shall be tested annually and at five-year intervals in accordance with DFD Policy 510-1. Additional testing may be required by the department where building modifications have the potential to degrade system performance.

510.3.1.3 Failure detection. RES equipment, including the RES amplifier and DAS controller if available, shall have failure detection circuitry which provides detection of mechanical, electrical and power failure of these components, as well as oscillation detection capability which will reduce the amplifier output to zero in the event of system oscillation. Detection of any failure output from an amplifier or main DAS controller, if provided, shall annunciate at the building fire alarm panel and result in a distinct local audible notification and transmission of a supervisory signal to the central monitoring station. RES system repairs shall be accomplished within 72 hours.

510.3.1.4 Permits. A construction permit is required prior to installation or replacement of any RES. Submittal and approval of shop drawings are required to obtain a permit. Permits shall only be issued to companies possessing a current Electrical Signal or Electrical Contractors license and a valid Fire Department issued certificate. An annual Fire Department permit for the RES shall be obtained and maintained current by the building owner. Alterations, modifications, repairs and required testing of RES shall require an operational permit issued by the department to the DFD licensed contractor performing the work.

510.3.1.5 Information signs. A legible sign stating “THIS BUILDING IS EQUIPPED WITH A PUBLIC SAFETY RADIO REPEATER SYSTEM” shall be conspicuously posted at the fire alarm panel. An additional sign stating, “THIS BUILDING IS EQUIPPED WITH A PUBLIC SAFETY RADIO REPEATER SYSTEM--DO NOT TAMPER WITH OR DISCONNECT,” shall be located at each RES amplifier location. Signs shall be constructed of plastic or metal and shall be approved by the fire code official.

510.3.1.6 Shop drawings. Shop drawings, including RF grids, shall be submitted in accordance with Appendix N and approved prior to installation of any RES. Drawings shall be a deferred submittal in accordance with Section 133 of the International Building Code. Documents shall be of sufficient clarity and detail to fully describe the proposed installation and equipment. Handwritten notes or comments on drawings are not acceptable.

510.4 Wiring methods. Installation wiring for radio communications shall comply with the manufacturer’s recommendations, equipment listings. NFPA 72 and NFPA 70 (NEC). Radiating cables shall be FCC type approved and installed using manufacturer’s specifications to secure cables to the supporting structure. All terminations shall be made with manufacturer’s approved devices. Cable cuts shall be made with manufacturer approved tools and methods. Limited-use cable is not permitted. All membrane or through penetrations shall comply with Section 714 of the International Building Code.

510.4.1 RES riser cable in high rise buildings. In high rise buildings, installation of riser cable and amplifiers for distributed antenna systems shall be located in stacked electrical rooms or telephone rooms or shaft enclosures separated from the remainder of the floor by not less than a one-hour fire resistance rated fire barrier shaft constructed in accordance with Section 707 or 713 of the International Building Code. Wiring runs from an RES unit amplifier to a riser shall be separated from the remainder of the building by a minimum 1-hour fire-resistance rated fire barrier constructed in accordance with Section 707 of the International Building Code or a one hour fire-resistance rated horizontal assembly constructed in accordance with Section 711 of the International Building Code, or both.

510.4.1.1 RES riser cable in non-high rise buildings. In building construction type of V-A, Heavy Timber, III-A, II-A, I-A, and I-B installation of riser cable and amplifiers for distributed antenna systems shall be located in stacked electrical rooms, telephone rooms or shaft enclosure separated from the remainder of the floor by not less than a one-hour fire-resistance rated fire barrier constructed in accordance with Section 707 or 713 of the International Building Code. Wiring runs from an RES unit amplifier to a riser shall be separated from the remainder of the building by a minimum 1-hour fire-resistance rated fire barrier constructed in accordance with Section 707 of the International Building Code or a one hour fire-resistance rated horizontal assembly constructed in accordance with Section 711 of the International Building Code, or both.

510.5 Maintenance. Maintenance of the RES shall be the responsibility of the building owner and requires an operational permit issued by the department for any maintenance, repair or modification work. The building owner shall maintain a service contract for emergency repair with response to the site within two (2) hours of notification.

510.5.1. Radio frequency maintenance plan. A radio frequency maintenance plan shall be developed which prohibits use of electrical/electronic equipment which cause degradation to the RES. The radio frequency maintenance plan shall comply with the following at a minimum:

1. Prohibit the use of any electronic systems known to degrade the effectiveness of RES communications.

2. Permit Department site access during reasonable business hours when necessary to assess the source of interference to RES communications.

3. Be incorporated into the lease of every tenant.

510.6 Installer certification. No contractor shall install, modify, repair, alter or replace an RES without a valid Fire Department license. All field installers shall be individually certified by the manufacturer for the equipment being installed. Each certified installer shall be permitted to supervise one apprentice/helper.

510.7 Records. Records of all system inspections, RES uplink and downlink gain settings, maintenance, annual tests and five-year test results shall be maintained on the premises in the “RES System Maintenance and Test Results Log Book” which shall remain on the building premises and shall be available to the fire code official upon request.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.070 IFC Section 603.4.

IFC Section 603.4 is replaced as follows:

603.4 Portable unvented heaters. Portable unvented fuel-fired heating equipment is prohibited within the City of Glendale.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.071 IFC Section 603.8.1.

IFC Section 603.8.1 is replaced as follows:

603.8.1 Residential incinerators. Residential incinerators are prohibited within the City of Glendale.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.072 IFC Section 901.6.3.

IFC Section 901.6.3 is replaced in its entirety as follows (subordinate Section 901.6.3.1 remains):

901.6.3 Records. Records of all system installations, inspections, tests and maintenance required by Glendale Fire Code and referenced standards shall be maintained on the premises. Records shall be completed on National Fire Protection Association forms and/or forms provided by Glendale Fire Prevention. The name and Fire Department license number(s) of the person(s) performing the work shall be legible on all forms.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.073 IFC Section 903.2.1.

Delete the section and subsections and replace with the following:

903.2.1 Group A Occupancies. Including subsequent A-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, and A-5. An automatic fire sprinkler shall be installed in all new Group A occupancies where the floor area exceeds 500 square feet and to any addition to a currently sprinklered Group A occupancy. An automatic fire sprinkler shall also be installed in additions to unsprinklered existing Group A occupancies in which the addition adds more than 25% to the total floor space of the occupancy.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.074 IFC Section 903.2.2.

Delete the section and replace it with the following:

903.2.2 Group B Occupancies. An automatic fire sprinkler shall be installed in all new Group B occupancies where the floor area exceeds 500 square feet and to any addition to a currently sprinklered Group B occupancy. An automatic fire sprinkler shall also be installed in additions to unsprinklered existing Group B occupancies in which the addition adds more than 25% to the total floor space of the occupancy.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.075 IFC Section 903.2.3.

Delete the section and replace it with the following:

903.2.3 Group E Occupancies. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in all new Group E Occupancies and in all additions to Group E occupancies.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.076 IFC Section 903.2.4.

Delete the section and subsection and replace with the following:

903.2.4 Group F Occupancies. Including subsequent F-1. An automatic fire sprinkler shall be installed in all new Group F occupancies where the floor area exceeds 500 square feet and to any addition to a currently sprinklered Group F occupancy. An automatic fire sprinkler shall also be installed in additions to unsprinklered existing Group F occupancies in which the addition adds more than 25% to the total floor space of the occupancy.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.077 IFC Section 903.2.6.

Delete the section and replace it with the following:

903.2.6 Group I Occupancies. Including subsequent I-1, I-2, I-3, and I-4. An automatic fire sprinkler shall be installed in all new Group I occupancies where the floor area exceeds 500 square feet and to any addition to a currently sprinklered Group I occupancy. An automatic fire sprinkler shall also be installed in additions to unsprinklered existing Group I occupancies in which the addition adds more than 25% to the total floor space of the occupancy.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.078 IFC Section 903.2.7.

Delete the section and replace it with the following, Section 903.2.7.1 to remain:

903.2.7 Group M Occupancies. An automatic fire sprinkler shall be installed in all new Group M occupancies where the floor area exceeds 500 square feet and to any addition to a currently sprinklered Group M occupancy. An automatic fire sprinkler shall also be installed in additions to unsprinklered existing Group M occupancies in which the addition adds more than 25% to the total floor space of the occupancy.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.079 IFC Section 903.2.8.

Delete the section and subsections and replace with the following:

903.2.8 Group R occupancies. Including subsequent R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4 occupancies. An automatic fire extinguishing system shall be installed in all new Group R occupancies and in all additions to Group R occupancies, in accordance with Section 903.3.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.080 IFC Section 903.2.9.

Delete the section and subsections and replace with the following:

903.2.9 Group S Occupancies. Including subsequent S-1 and S-2 occupancies. An automatic fire sprinkler shall be installed in all new Group S occupancies where the floor area exceeds 500 square feet and to any addition to a currently sprinklered Group S occupancy. An automatic fire sprinkler shall also be installed in additions to unsprinklered existing Group S occupancies in which the addition adds more than 25% to the total floor space of the occupancy.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.081 IFC Section 903.2.10.

IFC Section 903.2.10, Group S-2 Enclosed Parking Garages. Delete section and subsection. (Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.082 IFC Section 903.2.8.5.

IFC Section 903.2.8.5 is added as follows:

903.2.8.5 Balconies. Sprinkler protection shall be provided for all balconies and ground floor patios of dwelling units of all construction types. Sidewall sprinklers that are used to protect such areas shall be located such that their deflectors are within 1 inch (25 mm) to 6 inches (152 mm) below the structural members, at a maximum distance of 14 inches (356 mm) below the deck, or as listed by the sprinkler manufacturer.

Exception: Sprinklers are not required for noncombustible balconies where the balcony is not supplied by fuel gas and one of the following is met:

1. The roof or other overhead structure does not cover more than 50% of the entire balcony area.

2. The balcony has openings on two or more sides. The area of such openings must be at least 20 percent of the total perimeter wall area of the balcony. The aggregate length of the openings shall constitute a minimum of 40 percent of the perimeter of the balcony.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.083 IFC Section 903.2.8.6.

IFC Section 903.2.8.6 is added as follows:

903.2.8.6 Townhouses. When two or more contiguous residential dwelling units constructed as townhouses, including those permitted under the International Residential Code, are protected by a single, monitored sprinkler system, that system shall be configured so it can be isolated (with valve and tamper switch) and water flow is annunciated separately at the fire alarm control panel for each dwelling unit and each protected common area.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.084 IFC Section 903.2.11.7.

IFC Section 903.2.11.7 is added as follows:

903.2.11.7 Shafts in high-rise buildings. Where a reduction in shaft construction fire rating is permitted by Section 403 of the International Building Code, required sprinklers shall be located at the top of the shaft and at alternate floor levels. Sprinklers shall be provided with a dedicated riser with an isolation valve and flow and tamper switch. Activation of the flow switch shall communicate an alarm to the central station and activate vertical pressurization, but not occupant notification.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.085 IFC Section 903.3.5.

IFC Section 903.3.5 is replaced as follows:

903.3.5 Water supplies. The potable water supply shall be protected against backflow in accordance with Section 912.6. Hydraulic calculations shall be based on water supply information provided by flow test performed by contractor. Water supply information provided shall be obtained within the last 12 months. Hydraulic calculations shall be based on the water data provided with static and residual pressures reduced by 10% of the static value or 10 psi, whichever is smaller. The high static pressure shall be used to verify that the fire pump churn pressure shall be maintained below the system design pressure. Shop drawings shall indicate the initial pressures and the reduced values as used in the hydraulic calculations.

Exception: Sprinkler systems installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.3.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.086 IFC Section 903.4.2.

IFC Section 903.4.2 is replaced as follows:

903.4.2 Alarms. Approved audible/visible devices (24 VDC supervised) shall be connected to every automatic sprinkler system. These sprinkler water flow alarm devices shall be activated by main and/or zone 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 at least 10 feet above grade and within 25 feet of and visible from the fire department connections. Where a fire alarm system is installed, actuation of the automatic sprinkler system shall actuate the building fire alarm system.

Exception: One- and two-family dwelling units and townhomes constructed in accordance with the International Residential Code.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.087 IFC Section 903.4.3.

IFC Section 903.4.3 is replaced as follows:

903.4.3 Floor control valves. An approved floor control valve, check valve, drain valve, and flow switch for isolation, control, and annunciation shall be provided at each sprinklered level, including the topmost, of buildings:

1. Exceeding two stories in height with a total combined area of all levels exceeding the NFPA 13 system protection area limitations or;

2. Required to have standpipes in accordance with Section 905.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.088 IFC Section 905.1.

IFC Section 905.1 is replaced as follows:

905.1 General. Standpipe systems shall be provided in new buildings and structures in accordance with this section. Fire hose threads used for connection to standpipe systems shall be approved and shall be compatible with – 2.5-inch hose thread is national standard; 1.5-inch hose thread is a special 11.5 threads per inch. The location of Fire Department hose connections shall be approved by the fire code official. Where standpipe valve outlets are installed in stair enclosures, outlets and ancillary equipment (PRVs, drains, etc.) shall not reduce the required width of the stairway or landing.

905.1.1 Standpipe hose outlets. Each outlet shall have a cap and chain. Outlets shall be at least 36 inches and not more than 52 inches above finished floor. The valves shall have no less than 3 inches clearance around control valve and outlet cabinet shall not impede attachment of hose.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.089 IFC Section 905.2.

IFC Section 905.2 is replaced as follows:

905.2 Installation standard. Standpipe systems shall be installed in accordance with this section and NFPA 14. When water pressure at a standpipe outlet exceeds 175 psi static or residual at 250 gpm flow, a pressure-reducing valve shall be provided. The required pressure-reducing valves shall be located at the hose valve outlet only. Only field-adjustable valves shall be allowed. The valve shall have five (5) field-adjustable valve settings (A-E) on a color-coded indication label. Pin-in hex security screws shall be installed to secure the hand wheel and a high-impact plastic shield covering the pressure-reducing adjustment mechanism shall be provided. A pin-in hex bit shall be supplied with each valve. The pressure adjustment mechanism shall be actuated using an aluminum adjustment rod provided with each valve and actuated by rotating in either a clockwise or counter-clockwise direction. Pressure gauge taps shall be provided on inlet and discharge sides of each valve. A reflective decal shall be installed on the high-impact plastic shield valve with arrows and words indicating the direction to increase or decrease pressure. If special tools are required to make field adjustments, a minimum of four (4) such tools shall be provided at locations approved by the Fire Department.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.090 IFC Section 905.3.1.

IFC Section 905.3.1 is amended by replacing the exceptions as follows:

Exceptions:

1. Class I standpipes are allowed in buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Sections 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2 of the International Fire Code subject to the provisions of Section 913 of the International Fire Code.

2. Class I automatic dry standpipes are allowed in single use or mixed-use open parking garages constructed in accordance with Section 406.5 of the International Building Code, where the highest floor is located not more than seventy-five (75) feet above the lowest level of Fire Department vehicle access. In a mixed-use parking garage, the standpipe system serving the open parking garage shall be integrated with the fire protection system serving the other occupancies, and not be a stand-alone system. Hose connections shall be located as required for Class II standpipes in accordance with Section 905.5 of the International Fire Code.

3. Class I manual dry standpipes are allowed in single use open parking garages where the highest floor is less than 55 feet from the lowest level of Fire Department vehicle access. Hose connections shall be located as required for Class II standpipes in accordance with Section 905.5 of the International Fire Code. This provision is applicable to open parking garages with one level of underground enclosed parking garage.

4. Class I standpipes are allowed in basements equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.091 IFC Section 905.5.3.

IFC Section 905.5.3, Class II system 1-inch hose, is deleted in its entirety. (Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.092 IFC Section 905.13.

IFC Section 905.13 is added as follows:

905.13 Combined systems. Working pressure and NFPA 13 Pressure Reducing Valve requirements for combined sprinkler and standpipe systems shall include and be based on the manual standpipe system demand pressure provided at the most remote fire department connection.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.093 IFC Section 906.1.

IFC Section 906.1 is amended by replacing item 1 and exceptions as follows:

1. In new and existing Group A, B, E, F, H, I, M, R-1, R-2, R-4 and S occupancies.

Exception: In Group R-2 occupancies, portable fire extinguishers shall be required only in locations specified in Items 2 through 6 where each dwelling unit is provided with a portable fire extinguisher having a minimum rating of 2-A:10-B:C.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.094 IFC Section 906.1.

IFC Section 906.1 is amended by adding Item 7 as follows:

7. Where required by Section 106 for townhouses, condominiums and apartments.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.095 IFC Section 907.1.3.

IFC Section 907.1.3 is replaced as follows:

907.1.3 Equipment. Systems and their components shall be listed and approved for the purpose for which they are installed. Installation locations of all control panels and annunciators are subject to field approval by the Fire Department. Keys for all equipment required to be accessible to the Fire Department shall be maintained in an approved location in accordance with Section 506 of the International Fire Code. All components shall be compatible with the system in which installed.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.096 IFC Section 907.1.4.

IFC Section 907.1.4 is added as follows:

907.1.4 Connections to other systems. A fire alarm system shall not be used for any purpose other than fire warning or as specifically approved, e.g. pool alarm, access control release in accordance with Section 1010.1.9 of the International Building Code, elevator recall and shunt trip, emergency alarms in accordance with Section 908, CO alarms in accordance with Section 915, hazardous materials alarms in accordance with Chapter 50, compressed gas alarms in accordance with Chapter 53 or mass notification systems as approved by the fire code official.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.097 IFC Section 907.1.5.

IFC Section 907.1.5 is added as follows:

907.1.5 Control units, annunciators and access keys. All fire alarm control units and annunciators shall be UL 864 listed or equivalent. Locations shall be within 10’ (3.048m) of the main building entrance, unless an alternate location is specifically approved. Equipment locations are subject to field approval prior to installation. Installation shall comply with NFPA 72. Access keys to locked fire alarm equipment shall be maintained in an approved location. Fire alarm control units shall not be equipped with a key or special numeric code to access system reset and silence functions. Access to the reset and silence operator interface shall be secured behind a locked door. Field modification of control units or annunciators is not permitted. System zone and device disable functions shall not be accessible without a maintenance-level access code. Alarm signals shall be protected from unauthorized deactivation. This applies to disconnection of the panel alarm transmission to the monitoring station and the alarm output circuit(s) to notification appliances. Deactivation shall only be allowed by Fire Department personnel or authorized entities responsible for system testing and maintenance. Any system deactivation shall be reported to the monitoring station and the Fire Department. Facilities whose systems are estimated to be deactivated for 10 hours or more shall be provided with an approved fire watch.

Exceptions:

1. In existing buildings undergoing a panel replacement, remote annunciators with silence and reset functions may be provided when approved by the fire code official. These units shall not be equipped with “enable/disable” switches and shall be contained behind a transparent, lockable cover.

2. Low-power radio (wireless) systems shall comply with NFPA 72 and are permitted only for installations where the total system coverage does not exceed 1500 sf. Multiple low-power systems in a building are not permitted. Installation of low-power and wired systems is not permitted in the same building.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.098 IFC Section 907.1.6.

IFC Section 907.1.6 is added as follows:

907.1.6 Central alarm station connection. All fire alarm and sprinkler protection systems required by this code or by special agreement shall be monitored by an approved Class I supervising station complying with Section 917. Multiple central alarm station connections from one building are not permitted.

Alternatively, Fire Department radio boxes may be installed at locations approved by the Fire Department. Under no circumstances shall a Fire Department radio box be removed from a protected premise without written approval of the fire code official.

Campus arrangements or a complex of buildings requiring a graphic site map monument per Section 505.1 shall have each building’s address transmitted to the central station.

Point of contact ID transmittance is required for fire alarm control units. Central Station operators shall provide Fire Department Dispatch the specific point(s) that have been reported.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.099 IFC Section 907.1.7.

IFC Section 907.1.7 is added as follows:

907.1.7 Multiple fire alarm systems in a single building. Only one fire alarm system shall be installed per building. Multiple points of silence and reset are prohibited on a single system.

Exceptions:

1. When permitted by the fire code official, portions of a building separated by fire walls without openings and identified with separate legitimate addresses are allowed to be considered separate buildings. When protected by an automatic sprinkler system, each portion of the building so considered shall be protected by a separate independent sprinkler system or a portion of a single sprinkler system dedicated to the separated portion of the building.

2. Multiple points of silence and reset as allowed by Section 907.1.9 Exception.

3. Multiple buildings constructed over a common structure where approved by the fire code official.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.100 IFC Section 907.1.8.

IFC Section 907.1.8 is added as follows:

907.1.8 Problematic systems. Fire alarm systems that generate two (2) or more false or nuisance fire alarms within twenty-four (24) hours, three (3) or more within thirty (30) days, or ten (10) or more within one year shall be immediately repaired, mitigated or replaced as necessary. A fine will be imposed for any false or nuisance fire alarms exceeding ten (10) within one year. A permit shall be obtained for all work. Fire protection, fire alarm and fire detection systems shall be properly maintained to provide at least the same level of reliability, performance and protection as designed and approved. The property owner shall be responsible for maintaining the system. If the system is found to be impaired two (2) or more times within a twelve (12) month period, legal action will be imposed until the system(s) is restored to a code complying condition.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.101 IFC Section 907.2.1.4.

IFC Section 907.2.1.4 is added as follows:

907.2.1.4 Smoke control. Where required by Section 1029.6.2 of the International Building Code for assembly areas with smoke-protected seating. Smoke detection shall be provided as required for smoke control operation in accordance with Section 909.17. The smoke control system shall be activated automatically by an alarm initiated from a smoke detector, heat detector or dedicated sprinkler water flow alarm within the smoke zone. No detector zone shall exceed 22,500 s.f. (2090.31 m2) or serve more than one smoke control zone. Where ceiling heights are 30 ft (7.62m) or greater, air sampling-type smoke detection systems or approved beam detection shall be provided in lieu of ceiling spot smoke detection.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.102 IFC Sections 907.2.6.3.4 and 907.2.6.3.5.

IFC Sections 907.2.6.3.4 and 907.2.6.3.5 are added as follows:

907.2.6.3.4 Zoning and annunciation. Alarm, supervisory and trouble signals shall be displayed at the annunciation panel and be transmitted to the central alarm station. Alarm signals shall indicate the type of alarm and the zone of origin, in accordance with NFPA 72. Separate zones shall be provided for individual fire protection systems, buildings, building levels, cell complexes and sections of floors constructed as smoke compartments.

907.2.6.3.5 Monitoring. The fire alarm system shall be monitored by an approved central alarm station service or by transmission of a local alarm which will give audible and visible signals at an approved constantly attended location.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.103 IFC Section 907.2.10.

IFC Section 907.2.10 is replaced as follows:

907.2.10 Single- and multiple station-station smoke alarms. Listed single- and multiple station-station smoke alarms complying with UL 217 shall be installed in accordance with Sections 907.2.10.1 through 907.2.10.6 of the International Fire Code, and NFPA 72, Chap 29. As approved by the fire code official, smoke alarms may be connected to a fire alarm system for supervision only. Smoke alarms within dwelling and sleeping units shall be inspected and tested in accordance with NFPA 72, Chapter 14 and the manufacturer’s instructions. A hard-copy log of all inspections, testing, maintenance and battery changes shall be kept at the property. This log shall include the dates of inspection, testing, maintenance and battery change and the person performing such. Upon request, a copy of the log shall be provided to the fire code official. If this information is not current or available, an inspection shall be made to inspect and test all devices or the property owner or agent of the property owner shall be directed to retain a firm licensed by the Fire Department to inspect and test all devices and submit a report of the inspection findings to the fire code official.

Exception: Residential occupancies regulated by the International Residential Code shall comply with the applicable provisions of that code.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.104 IFC Section 907.2.10.2.

IFC Section 907.2.10.2 Item 4 is added as follows:

4. Placement of combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in buildings containing dwelling units shall comply with Section 915.7.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.105 IFC Section 907.2.12.

IFC Section 907.2.12 is replaced as follows with exceptions 1 through 6 to remain:

907.2.12 High-rise buildings. High-rise buildings provided with a fire command center in accordance with Section 508, manual fire alarm boxes located in accordance with Section 907.4.2 of the International Fire Code and an automatic fire alarm and detection system in accordance with Section 907.2.12.1 of the International Fire Code, a fire department communication system in accordance with Section 907.2.12.2 of the International Fire Code, and an emergency voice/alarm communication system in accordance with Section 907.5.2.2 that provides occupant notification of alarm on the fire floor, floor above, floor below and at the level of the FCC.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.106 IFC Section 907.2.12.1.

IFC Section 907.2.12.1 is amended by adding items 3, 4, 5 and 6 as follows:

3. In all interior corridors serving as a means of egress for Group R-1, R-2 and R-4 occupancies, with an occupant load of 10 or more.

4. Not less than one foot but no more than three feet on the occupied side of each door that enters a refuge area, elevator lobby and exit stairway which does not directly exit from a refuge area, for occupancies other than R-1, R-2 and R-4.

5. At the top of stairwells and in elevator hoistways (heat detectors pin accordance with Section 907.3.3). These devices shall initiate an alarm condition and illuminate the respective indicator at the graphic annunciator. They shall not initiate occupant notification or the smoke control sequence.

6. Where unenclosed vertical openings are permitted by Section 712 of the International Building Code, smoke detectors shall be located around the perimeter of the opening, on each level, not less than four feet from the edge of the opening. Unenclosed stairway and escalator openings shall comply with this Section and 712.1.3 of the International Building Code. Two-story openings in other than I-2 and I-3 occupancies shall comply with Section 712.1.9 of the International Building Code. See Section 907.2.13 for atriums.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.107 IFC Section 907.2.12.2.

IFC Section 907.2.12.2 is replaced as follows:

907.2.12.2 Fire department communication system. Two-way telephone communication services shall be connected to a UL 864 listed fire alarm system. Design of the fire department communications system shall consist of both of the following:

1. Hardwired components, in accordance with Section 907.2.12.2.1, consisting of permanent handsets, amplifiers and cable system for selective and “all-call” operation. Components shall be listed under UL product category code designation UOXX.

2. Radio communications using the emergency responder radio communications enhancement System (RES) in accordance with Section 510, designed and installed for full coverage in accordance with Section 510.1.1.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.108 IFC Section 907.2.12.5.

IFC Section 907.2.12.5 is added as follows:

907.2.12.5 Smoke control system activation. Smoke control systems shall be automatically activated by alarm-initiating devices including return riser duct detectors, water flow switches, manual pull stations, and manual operation from the fire command center (FCC), in accordance with Sections 907.2.12.5.1 and 907.2.12.5.2. After the initial alarm activation, any subsequent automatic alarm activation on another floor shall initiate the floor exhaust sequence in accordance with Section 907.2.12.5.2.

Exception: Main sprinkler system water flow, heat or smoke detectors located in stair or hoistway enclosures, kitchen hood suppression activation and sprinkler system water flow in building service chutes or shafts.

907.2.12.5.1 Activation of pressurization. Activation of stair and elevator hoistway enclosure pressurization shall be initiated by activation of any alarm-initiating device in accordance with Section 907.2.12.5 above.

Exception: On vegetated roofs, activation of rooftop manual pull stations shall not activate building vertical pressurization systems.

907.2.12.5.2 Smoke control exhaust. Exhaust in a smoke control zone shall be automatically activated by any automatic fire alarm or sprinkler initiating device within the respective smoke control zone. Unless otherwise approved by the fire code official, each floor of a high-rise building shall be considered a separate smoke control zone.

Exceptions: Kitchen hood suppression system activation.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.109 IFC Section 907.2.12.6.

IFC Section 907.2.12.6 is added as follows:

907.2.12.6 Annunciation. Graphic annunciation in accordance with Section 907.6.4.1.2 or computer graphic annunciation in accordance with Section 907.6.4.1.3 shall be provided.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.110 IFC Section 907.2.12.7.

IFC Section 907.2.12.7 is added as follows:

907.2.12.7 Elevator status/control panel. An elevator status/control panel shall be provided. The elevator status/control panel shall comply with Fire Department policy 907.2.12.6 and:

1. Identify each elevator cab alphanumerically and the floors it serves. Identify corresponding cab number in elevator cab.

2. Indicate elevator(s) that are operating on emergency power. Visual indicators in accordance with ASME A17.1 are required.

3. Have a placard at elevator status/control panel stating how many elevators can operate under emergency power simultaneously.

4. Indicate elevator car position.

5. Indicate whether the elevators are operational.

6. Indicate direction of travel.

7. Have key switches as required for selective activation of cars if all are not capable of simultaneous operation on secondary power.

8. Phase I Fire Service Recall Key switches in accordance with ASME A17.1.

9. Two-way communication system from the elevator to the FCC shall be incorporated on the elevator status panel. Two-way communication systems shall meet ASME A17.1.

No other elevator functions shall be installed on these panels without approval from the fire code official.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.111 IFC Section 907.2.12.7.1.

IFC Section 907.2.12.7.1 is added as follows:

907.2.12.7.1 Fire service elevator status panels. Status of designated fire service elevators shall be displayed on an approved standard emergency services interface in accordance with Section 919.9. These indications shall be combined with the requirements of Section 907.2.12.7.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.112 IFC Section 907.2.12.8.

IFC Section 907.2.12.8 is added as follows:

907.2.12.8 Emergency generator status panel. An emergency generator status panel shall be provided. The emergency generator panel shall show:

1. Operating status (on-off) and malfunction indication as required by NFPA 110.

2. Indication of transfer switch position (normal-emergency).

3. Indication that generator is in automatic mode.

4. Main fuel oil storage tank low fuel level alarm.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.113 IFC Section 907.2.12.9.

IFC Section 907.2.12.9 is added as follows:

907.2.12.9 Fire pump status panel. A fire pump status panel shall be provided. The fire pump panel shall have:

1. Remote operating status indication as required by NFPA 20.

2. Motor/engine running/on or off. Pump running indication shall be transmitted to the fire alarm control panel as a supervisory signal and distinctly annunciated.

3. Low fuel level alarm for fire pump fuel tank.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.114 IFC Section 907.3.3.3.

IFC Section 907.3.3.3 is added as follows:

907.3.3.3 Shunt trip circuit breakers shall be located in either the main power distribution room or installed in the elevator machinery room/space in a NEMA 3R enclosure.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.115 IFC Section 907.4.3.1.

IFC Section 907.4.3.1 is added as follows:

907.4.3.1 Remote indicating lights. A remote indicating light shall be installed for detector(s) within each room with an entry door. The indicating light shall be located on the wall or ceiling above the door and within 12 inches (30.48 cm), on the exit corridor side. This shall include each door leading through adjoining or intervening rooms from an exit corridor to that room (progressive type). Remote indicating lights shall be installed on the ceiling directly below detectors located above ceilings. Remote indicating lights shall latch “on” and remain lit (steady or flashing at a minimum rate of one flash per second) until the fire alarm system is reset.

Exception: Remote indicating lights may be deleted where a point-lit or computer graphic annunciator is provided.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.116 IFC Section 907.5.

IFC Section 907.5 is amended by adding Exceptions 2 and 3:

1. Smoke alarms in dwelling units and rooms used for sleeping purposes in R-1 occupancies. Duct detectors shall initiate a supervisory signal only.

2. Occupant notification shall not activate upon operation of detectors at the top of stairwells or in elevator hoistways or main or service chute water flow devices.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.117 IFC Section 907.5.2.

IFC Section 907.5.2 is replaced as follows:

907.5.2 Alarm notification appliances. Audible and visible alarm notification shall be provided to alert occupants of the area having a fire alarm system as well as in the means of egress serving the occupancy. The fire alarm control panel shall incorporate an alarm silencing switch that shall only de-activate the audible notification appliances until the system is manually reset. Alarms shall be provided in accordance with Sections 907.5.2.1, 907.5.2.2 and 907.5.2.3, and as required by other sections of this code. Notification appliances shall be listed for the purpose.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.118 IFC Section 907.5.2.1.

IFC Section 907.5.2.1 is amended by adding the following after the last sentence:

In theaters, nightclubs, dance halls, ballrooms and similar areas, means shall be provided to reduce or eliminate background noise upon activation of the fire alarm system. Fire alarm audible notification shall comply with Sections 907.5.2.1.1 and 907.5.2.1.2.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.119 IFC Section 907.5.2.1 exceptions.

IFC Section 907.5.2.1 Exception 1 is replaced as follows:

1. Alternate alarm notification shall be permitted in critical care areas of Group I-2 occupancies as approved by the fire code official.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.120 IFC Section 907.5.2.3.2.

IFC Section 907.5.2.3.2 is replaced as follows:

907.5.2.3.2 Visible notification appliances in Groups R-1 and I-1 occupancies. Group R-1and I-1 sleeping and dwelling units shall be provided with visible notification activated by an integral in-room smoke alarm required by Section 907.2.11. Visible notification appliances shall also be provided which are activated by the building fire alarm and/or automatic sprinkler system. The minimum number of sleeping units per building to be provided with visible notification appliances shall be in accordance with Table 907.5.2.3.2. All accessible units required by Table 1107.6.1.1 of the International Building Code shall be provided with visible notification appliances as part of this requirement.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.121 IFC Section 907.5.2.3.3.

IFC Section 907.5.2.3.3, Group R-2, is replaced as follows:

907.5.3.3 Visible notification appliances in Group R-2 occupancies. Group R-2 sleeping and dwelling units shall be provided with visible notification activated by an integral in-room smoke alarm required by Section 907.2.11. Visible notification appliances shall also be provided which are activated by the building fire alarm and/or automatic sprinkler system. The minimum number of sleeping units per building to be provided with visible notification appliances shall be in accordance with Table 907.5.2.3.2. All accessible units required by Table 1107.6.1.1 of the International Building Code shall be provided with visible notification appliances as part of this requirement.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.122 IFC Section 907.5.2.3.4.

IFC Section 907.5.2.3.4 is added as follows:

907.5.2.3.4 Visible notification appliances in R-3 and R-4 occupancies. Sleeping rooms shall be provided with visible notification activated by an integral in-room smoke alarm. Visible notification appliances shall also be provided which shall be activated by the building fire alarm and/or sprinkler system, where provided.

Exception: Buildings that do not contain more than two dwelling units.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.123 IFC Sections 907.6.4.1 and 907.6.4.2.

IFC Sections 907.6.4.1 and 907.6.4.2 and subsections are replaced as follows:

907.6.4.1 Annunciator panels. Annunciator panels shall be point-lit graphic or computer graphic or a directory LED point display type as approved by the fire code official. Upon initiation of an alarm, supervisory or trouble condition the panel shall record the status. Alarms shall “lock-in” until the fire alarm system is reset with a dedicated reset switch located at the main fire alarm control panel. Annunciation lights shall be red for “Alarm” and yellow for “Trouble” and “Supervisory” signals. Each signal type shall be distinctly identified.

Exception: Where a monitored building fire alarm control unit is not provided, annunciator panels are not required for a dedicated function elevator recall control and supervisory control unit or sprinkler waterflow and supervisory control unit.

907.6.4.1.1 Directory annunciator. A directory annunciator shall be provided as required. Location shall be field approved. The annunciator shall be provided with individual alarm indications in accordance with Section 907.6.4 for each zone. Indicators shall be of sufficient size and intensity to be visible in normal lighting.

907.6.4.1.1.1 Building plans. Scaled floor plans shall be permanently mounted adjacent to directory type annunciator panels. Plans shall be of durable construction, easily readable in normal lighting, protected by a smooth, transparent, plastic surface and shall include every building level including mezzanines and roofs. Plan content shall comply with Appendix N.

907.6.4.1.2 Point-lit graphic annunciator. A graphic annunciator shall be provided as required in Sections 907.6.4.1.2.1 through 907.6.4.1.2.3.

907.6.4.1.2.1 When required. A point-lit graphic annunciator is required for the following: underground buildings, high-rise buildings, buildings with a smoke control system in accordance with Section 909 and where required for a pre-action fire sprinkler or clean agent extinguishing system in accordance with Section 907.6.7.

907.6.4.1.2.2 Location in building. Location of annunciators shall be field approved. Locations depicted on reviewed drawings are not permitted until field verification is secured.

907.6.4.1.2.3 Graphics. The annunciator shall consist of building plans in accordance with Appendix N, with the addition of discrete LED indications for each alarm and supervisory initiating device. The annunciator shall be provided with a momentary push-button “Lamp Test.” Separate indications for “Trouble” and “Supervisory” conditions shall be provided.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.124 IFC Section 912.2.

IFC Section 912.2 is amended by replacing the last sentence as follows:

912.2 Location. With respect to hydrants, driveways, buildings and landscaping, fire department connections shall be so located that fire apparatus and hose connected to supply the system will not obstruct access to the buildings for other fire apparatus. The location of fire department connections shall be field approved by the fire code official prior to installation. Fire department connections shall be a minimum of one 2½ x 2½ x 4-inch Siamese or single 2½-inch, as approved by the fire code official. In buildings with standpipes, an FDC shall be located within 100 ft. of a fire hydrant.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.125 IFC Section 912.2.3.

IFC Section 912.2.3, Orientation, is added as follows:

912.2.3 Orientation. Fire department connections shall be oriented so inlets are in a horizontal line.

Exception: Two inlets may be stacked with written approval from the fire code official.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.126 IFC Section 912.4.1.

IFC Section 912.4.1 is replaced as follows:

912.4.1 Locking fire department connection caps. To prevent vandalism & theft, locking connection caps protecting the inlet and swivel shall be provided and compatible with DFD key box keys or as approved by the fire code official.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.127 IFC Section 912.6.

IFC Section 912.6 is replaced in its entirety as follows:

912.6 Backflow protection and main flow switch. A backflow preventer and flow switch shall be installed on all potable water supply mains serving all automatic sprinkler systems.

Exception: Subject to the fire code official, backflow prevention and a main flow switch may be omitted on automatic sprinkler systems installed as part of a domestic water supply system. The backflow preventer shall be installed within 5 feet (610 mm) of the point where the main first penetrates the envelope of the building or structure. The main flow switch shall be installed within 2 feet (610 mm) on the system side of the backflow preventer and in addition to all other flow switches required by this code. The automatic sprinkler system shall be configured so that only one flow switch activates an alarm condition by the actuation of a single sprinkler. When the main and other downstream flow switches can be triggered sequentially by the activation of a single sprinkler, only the flow switch closest to that sprinkler shall be monitored as alarm and actuate exterior notification in accordance with Section 903.4.2; the other sequential flow switches shall be monitored as supervisory.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.128 IFC Section 913.4.

IFC Section 913.4 is replaced as follows:

913.4 Valve supervision. Fire pump suction, discharge and bypass valves and isolation valves on the backflow prevention device or assembly shall be supervised by an approved central station complying with Section 917.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.129 IFC Section 913.4.1.

IFC Section 913.4.1 is replaced as follows:

913.4.1 Test outlet valve. The hose control valves for the fire pump test outlet(s) shall be located on the exterior of the building. The main supply valve controlling the fire pump test outlet(s) shall be supervised in the closed position.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.130 IFC Section 913.6.

IFC Section 913.6 is added as follows:

913.6 Fire pump requirement for non-high-rise buildings. Where Class 1 manual wet standpipes are required by other provisions of this code, augmentation of the standpipe system by the Fire Department shall comply with Section 913.6.1.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.131 IFC Section 913.6.1.

IFC Section 913.6.1 is added as follows:

913.6.1 System supply. Minimum flow rate for the hydraulically most remote standpipe shall be 500 gpm, and the calculation procedure shall be in accordance with NFPA 14. The minimum flow rate for additional standpipes shall be 250 gpm per standpipe, with the total not to exceed 1,000 gpm for buildings that are sprinklered throughout in accordance with NFPA 13 or NFPA 13R. Minimum pressure for system design shall be as required by NFPA 14 with Fire Department pumpers supplying the system with a maximum flow rate of 1,000 gpm and a maximum pressure of 175 psi at the fire department connection (FDC). All system components shall be listed and rated for system working pressure.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.132 IFC Section 913.7.

IFC Section 913.7 is added as follows:

913.7 Remote status panel. Where the fire pump room is not constantly attended, a fire pump remote operating status panel shall be provided in accordance with NFPA 20. The fire pump remote operating status panel shall be located adjacent to the fire alarm control panel or as determined by the fire code official.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.133 IFC Section 913.8.

IFC Section 913.8 is added as follows:

913.8 Diesel engine pump drivers. Diesel drivers for fire pumps shall comply with NFPA 20. A dedicated fuel supply shall be provided sufficient for eight (8) hours of operation. Fill openings shall be located on the exterior of the building with an approved fill port. If fuel pumping is required from a main fuel tank to a diesel engine pump driver, a duplex pumping system shall be provided.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.134 IFC Section 915.3.1.

IFC Section 915.3.1 is added as follows:

915.3.1 Location. In locations outside of sleeping units and dwelling units in buildings that are not equipped with either a fire alarm system or a sprinkler monitoring system, carbon monoxide detection required by Sections 915.1 through 915.2.3, shall be provided by carbon monoxide alarms complying with Section 915.4 or carbon monoxide detection systems complying with Section 915.5. In locations outside of sleeping units and dwelling units in buildings that are equipped with a fire alarm system or a sprinkler monitoring system, carbon monoxide detection required by Sections 915.1 through 915.2.3 shall be provided by carbon monoxide detection systems complying with Section 915.5 electrically supervised by the fire alarm control unit.

Exception: One- and two-family dwellings constructed under the International Residential Code.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.135 IFC Section 915.7.4.

IFC Section 915.7.4 and subsection are added as follows:

915.7.4 Installation. Required CO alarms and detectors shall be installed in accordance with this Section. CO alarms required in dwelling units in R2, R3, and R4 occupancies and Family Child Care Homes managed by a homeowners association or other common management that will maintain the system may be monitored by an alarm control unit, provided individual devices function autonomously as single- and multiple-station devices in the event the alarm control unit fails.

915.7.4.1 Location. CO alarms shall be installed in dwelling units in all the following locations:

1. Outside of every sleeping room within 15 ft of the sleeping room,

2. In a central location on every occupiable level, and

3. In a central location in every sleeping room that contains a fuel-burning appliance.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.136 IFC Sections 919 to 919.4.

IFC Sections 919 to 919.4 are added as follows:

919.1 General. Where required by Section 907.1.6 as amended, monitored protected premises systems shall be connected to an approved central alarm station. A Class I central alarm station shall comply with this section. Signals shall be transmitted, received and managed in accordance with NFPA 72. Approved central alarm stations shall be listed to UL 827 and as approved by the fire code official. All central alarm stations shall obtain an annual operating license from the Fire Department and meet the facility construction and operational requirements of NFPA 72. Central alarm stations shall be subject to Fire Department inspection during normal business hours. Installations found not to maintain facility requirements and/or operating procedures in accordance with NFPA 72 or the certificated listing, shall be subject to license revocation by the Fire Department.

Exception: Approved protected premises connected directly to Denver Fire Department Dispatch.

919.2 Communication methods. Communication from a protected premises to a central alarm station shall be by digital alarm communicator transmitter (DACT), two-way RF multiplex system or one-way private radio alarm system in accordance with NFPA 72. Alternative performance-based communication technologies may be presented for consideration by the fire code official for application in the jurisdiction. Performance-based systems shall be submitted for approval under Section 104. Provisions of Section 104 for technical assistance, may be required at the discretion of the fire code official, for determination of the adequacy of the proposed technology to the requirements of NFPA 72 and this code. Fees for department evaluation of performance- based systems shall apply in accordance with the Building Department fee schedule for “Application for consideration of Alternate Materials, Methods, or Equipment.”

919.3 Transmission channels. Transmission channels between a protected premises and central alarm stations shall consist of one of the methods of Sections 919.3.1, 919.3.2, 919.3.3 or as approved in accordance with Section 919.2 for performance-based technologies. Transmission channels shall be monitored for integrity in accordance with NFPA 72.

919.3.1 DACT transmission shall consist of a minimum of one seizable public phone line and an approved NFPA 72 Type 4 or Type 5 two-way RF multiplex system, with a network connectivity (Net/Con) of 6 or less, a minimum one-way private radio alarm system complying with Section 919.3.3 or an approved alternative communication technology in accordance with Section 919.2.

919.3.2 RF multiplex systems shall consist of sufficient UL-listed fire system transmitter/receivers to establish and maintain a minimum Net/Con of 5 or less as measured by manufacturer-approved test equipment. Primary RF multiplex systems shall meet NFPA 72 requirements for a Type 4 network. RF systems that cannot achieve this required level of reliability shall only be permitted as a secondary communication means in accordance with Section 919.3.1.

919.3.3 One-way private radio alarm systems shall consist of a network of radio alarm supervising station receivers, radio alarm repeating station receivers and radio alarm transmitters. The system shall be configured for Type 6 or Type 7 operation in accordance with NFPA 72. Radio communications of fire alarm signals shall only be permitted over a network dedicated to and listed for transmission and receipt of fire alarm signals. Upon application for a system installation permit for any subscriber unit, the central station licensee shall provide documentation verifying that their network complies with the requirements for a listed, dedicated fire alarm signal network for the protected premises. Signal quality shall be supervised and maintained in accordance with NFPA 72.

919.4. Runner service. Central stations licensed by the Denver Fire Department shall provide runner service to all properties monitored, in accordance with NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, and Section 117.6 of the International Fire Code.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.137 IFC Section 920.

IFC Section 920 is added as follows:

920.1 General. Construction permits or Certificates of Occupancy shall not be issued for any building or structure exceeding 60 feet (18.3m) in height which interferes or may interfere with the transmission or reception of City microwave communication signals unless the owner of the building or structure provides for installation of equipment to retransmit or redirect the signal as necessary to eliminate any interference. Such equipment shall be approved by and installed at the direction of the Fire Marshal. A service agreement must also be approved by the Fire Marshal where transmission is affected by the proposed building or structure prior to the issuance of any permit or Certificate of Occupancy. Such agreements shall include provisions for easements and access for maintenance, electricity for operation, and replacement of equipment.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.138 IFC Section 1101.1.

IFC Section 1101.1 is replaced as follows:

1101.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall apply to existing buildings constructed prior to the adoption of this code when the applicable requirements for such buildings cannot be ascertained by the following:

1. The building and fire codes in effect when the building was permitted for construction and no change of occupancy occurred since that time.

2. The building and fire codes in effect when the building was last certified for occupancy.

3. All applicable retrofit ordinances, including retroactive regulations contained elsewhere in this Code.

4. Modification under Section 106 of the Administration of the 2019 Denver Building Code.

5. Subject to approval by the fire code official, existing life safety features that exceed the requirements for new buildings shall be permitted to be decreased to those required for new buildings.

6. Existing life safety features that do not meet the requirements for new buildings, but that exceed the requirements for existing buildings, shall not be further diminished.

1101.1.1 Existing buildings. Existing buildings shall comply with the requirements of Sections 1103.2, 1103.3, 1103.7.5, 1103.9, 1107, and 1108.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.139 IFC Section 1101.2.

IFC Section 1101.2 is replaced as follows:

1101.2 Intent. The intent of this chapter is to provide a minimum degree of fire and life safety to persons occupying existing buildings by providing minimum construction requirements where such existing buildings do not comply with the minimum requirements of the Glendale Building Code. It is intended for existing buildings to comply under the Code which it was constructed, certified for occupancy, any alternate means of Code compliance approvals, and retrofit/retroactive Codes previously adopted.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.140 IFC Section 1103.1.

IFC Section 1103.1 is amended by adding Exception 3 as follows:

3. See Section 3211 for requirements for existing buildings constructed prior to October 1990 and used for high-piled or rack storage.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.141 IFC Section 1103.2.

IFC Section 1103.2 is replaced as follows:

1103.2 Emergency responder radio coverage in existing buildings. See Section 510.1.1.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.142 IFC Section 1103.8.3.

IFC Section 1103.8.3 is amended by adding the following at the end of the section:

As of January 1, 2019, all approved installations of battery-operated smoke alarms shall be replaced with UL 217 listed battery-operated smoke alarms provided with permanent integral 10-year lithium batteries and resistance to nuisance alarms. Continued use of battery-operated smoke alarms shall be subject to approval by the fire code official.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.145 IFC Section 1103.9.

IFC Section 1103.9 is amended by adding the following at the end of the section:

Effective upon adoption of this code by the authority having jurisdiction, existing I and R occupancies with approved battery-operated CO alarms shall replace such units upon activation of the unit end-of-life signal or in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendation. Where approved, replacement and new CO alarms shall be UL 2034 listed battery-operated CO alarms provided with permanent integral 10-year lithium batteries. Installation of new CO alarms in existing R occupancies where required by State of Colorado regulations shall comply with this requirement. Use of battery-operated CO alarms shall be subject to approval by the fire code official. Listed combination smoke/CO alarms that comply with these requirements shall be permitted.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.146 IFC Table 3206.2.

IFC Table 3206.2 is replaced as follows:

TABLE 3206.2 GENERAL FIRE PROTECTION AND LIFE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
COMMODITY CLASS	SIZE OF HIGH-PILED STORAGE AREAa (square feet) (see IFC Sections 3206.2 and 3206.4)	ALL STORAGE AREAS (See IFC Sections 3206, 3207, and 3208)b			SOLID-PILED STORAGE, SHELF STORAGE AND PALLETIZED STORAGE (See IFC Section 3207.3)
COMMODITY CLASS		Automatic fire-extinguishing system (see IFC Section 3206.4)	Building Access (see IFC Section 3206.6)	Smoke and heat removal (See IFC Section 3206.7)	Maximum pile dimensionc (feet)	Maximum permissible storage heightd (feet)	Maximum pile volume (cubic feet)
I-IV	0-499	Not Requireda	Not Requirede	Not Required	Not Required	Not Required	Not Required
	500-2,500	Yesa, i	Not Requirede	Not Required	100	40	100,000
	2,501-12,000	Yes	Not Requirede	Not Required	100	40	400,000
	12,001-20,000	Yes	Yes	Yesj	100	40	400,000
	20,001-500,000	Yes	Yes	Yesj	100	40	400,000
	Greater than 500,000g	Yes	Yes	Yesj	100	40	400,000
High Hazard	0-499	Not Requireda	Not Requirede	Not Required	50	Not Required	Not Required
	501-2,500	Yes	Not Requirede	Not Required	50	30	75,000
	2,501-300,000	Yes	Yes	Yesj	50	30	75,000
	300,001-500,000g, h	Yes	Yes	Yesj	50	30	75,000

For SI: 1 foot = 304.8mm, 1 cubic foot = 0.02832m3, 1 square foot = 0.0929m2

a When automatic sprinklers are required for reasons other than those in Chapter 32 of the International Fire Code, the portion of the sprinkler system protecting the high-piled storage area shall be designed and installed in accordance with Sections 3207 and 3208.

b For aisles, see Section 3206.9 of the International Fire Code.

c Piles shall be separated by aisles complying with Section 3206.9 of the International Fire Code.

d For storage in excess of the height indicated, special fire protection shall be provided in accordance with Note g where required by the fire code official. See Chapters 51 and 57 of the International Fire Code, for special limitations for aerosols and flammable and combustible liquids, respectively.

e Section 503 of the International Fire Code shall apply for fire apparatus access.

f Intentionally deleted.

g Special fire protection provisions including, but not limited to, fire protection of exposed steel columns; increased sprinkler density; additional in rack sprinklers, without associated reductions in ceiling sprinkler density; or additional fire department hose connections shall be provided when required by the fire code official.

h High-piled storage areas shall not exceed 500,000 square feet. A 2-hour fire wall constructed in accordance with Section 706 of the International Building Code shall be used to divide high-piled storage exceeding 500,000 square feet in area.

i Sprinkler protection is not required for storage of Class I commodities. Sprinkler protection in accordance with NFPA 13 or automatic fire detection shall be provided in accordance with Section 3206.5 of the International Fire Code for Class II, III and IV commodities.

j Not required where storage areas are protected by early suppression fast response (ESFR) sprinkler systems or control mode special application sprinklers with a response time index of 50 (m s) ½ or less that are listed to control a fire in the stored commodities with 12 or fewer sprinklers and installed in accordance with NFPA 13.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.150 IFC Sections 3211 to 3211.4.5.

IFC Sections 3211 to 3211.4.5 are added as follows:

3211.1 Scope - Existing buildings constructed prior to October 1990. This section is applicable to high-piled or rack storage in existing buildings as follows:

1. Any modification to the existing commodities stored in an existing tenant space where storage height is increased, or classification of the commodities is placed in a higher category in accordance with Section 3203.

2. New tenant spaces in existing buildings.

3. Existing tenant spaces with new tenants.

4. In buildings that were built and occupied by a tenant with high-piled combustible stock prior to the adoption of the Uniform Codes on October 1, 1990; as long as that tenant remains in operation, it will be up to the Fire Department inspection to identify any unsafe conditions in accordance with Section 110.

3211.2 Storage of Class I commodity – as defined by NFPA 13.

3211.2.1 Automatic sprinklers. Where an automatic sprinkler system is required by Table 3206.2, an approved automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in accordance with NFPA 13.

Exception: Existing automatic sprinkler systems shall be accepted provided that the system has been certified by a qualified Colorado professional engineer to provide a minimum design density to a minimum of 70% of that required by NFPA 13 but not less than .2 gpm over 2,000 sq. ft. Density reductions or adjustments permitted by NFPA 13 shall not apply for determination of the 70% minimum density.

3211.2.2 Building access. Building access from fire apparatus access roads in accordance with Section 503 shall be provided within 200 feet of all portions of the exterior walls of a building used for high-piled storage.

3211.2.2.1 Access doors. Fire Department access doors shall be provided in accordance with Section 3206.7.1.

3211.2.3 Aisles. Shall be in accordance with Section 3206.10 or 903.3.1; the most restrictive shall govern.

3211.2.4 Portable fire extinguishers. Shall be in accordance with Section 3206.11 of the International Fire Code.

3211.3 Storage of Class II and III commodity – as defined by NFPA 13.

3211.3.1 Automatic sprinklers. Where an automatic sprinkler system is required by Table 3206.2, an approved automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in accordance with NFPA 13.

Exception: Existing automatic sprinkler systems shall be accepted provided that the system has been certified by a qualified Colorado professional engineer to provide a minimum design density to a minimum of 70% of that required by NFPA 13, but not less than .2 gpm over 2,000 sq. ft. Density reductions or adjustments permitted by NFPA 13 shall not apply for determination of the 70% minimum density.

3211.3.2 Building access. Building access from fire apparatus access roads in accordance with IFC Section 503 shall be provided within 200 feet of all portions of the exterior walls of a building used for high-piled storage.

3211.3.2.1 Access doors. Fire Department access doors shall be provided in accordance with Section 3206.7.

3211.3.3 Smoke and heat removal. Smoke and heat vents shall be provided in accordance with Table 3206.2 with a minimum vent area of 1:200.

Exceptions: Existing roof openings such as skylights may be used as smoke vents in accordance with Section 1108 - Item 4.

3211.3.4 Aisles. Shall be in accordance with Section 3206.10 or 903.3.1; the most restrictive shall govern.

3211.3.5 Portable fire extinguishers. Shall be in accordance with Section 3206.11.

3211.4 Storage of Class IV, high-hazards and plastics commodities – as defined by NFPA 13.

3211.4.1 Automatic sprinklers. Where an automatic sprinkler system is required by Table 3206.2, an approved automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in accordance with NFPA 13.

3211.4.2 Building access. Building access from fire apparatus access roads in accordance with Section 503 shall be provided within 150 feet of all portions of the exterior walls of building used for high-piled storage.

3211.4.2.1 Access doors. Fire Department access doors shall be provided in accordance with Section 3206.7.

3211.4.3 Smoke and heat removal. Smoke and heat vents shall be provided in accordance with Table 3206.2 with a minimum vent to floor area ratio of 1:200.

3211.4.4 Aisles. Shall be in accordance with Section 3206.10.

3211.4.5 Portable fire extinguishers. Shall be in accordance with Section 3206.11.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.151 IFC Section 3308.1.

IFC Section 3308.1, Partitions Established, is added:

3308.1 Partitions Established. Type V buildings are required to maintain fire separation partitions established for every 4000 sq ft of framing erected, extending through each portion of building built through rough phase of construction.

(Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.152 IFC Section 5601.1.3.

IFC Section 5601.1.3, Fireworks, is amended by deleting Exceptions 1, 2, and 4. (Ord. 2021-1 § 1)

15.08.155 IFC Section 6109.13.

IFC Section 6109.13, Protection of containers, is amended by deleting the exception. (Ord. 2021-1 § 1)