Chapter 15.02
BUILDING CODES AND STANDARDS
Sections:
15.02.021 Amendments to building code.
15.02.022 Amendments to mechanical code.
15.02.023 Amendments to fuel gas code.
15.02.024 Amendments to the fire code.
15.02.025 Amendments to electrical code.
15.02.026 Amendments to energy conservation code.
15.02.027 Amendments to the residential code.
15.02.028 Amendments to the Illinois Plumbing Code.
15.02.029 Amendments to Illinois Accessibility Code.
15.02.030 Limitation on construction hours.
15.02.031 Amendments to property maintenance code.
15.02.032 Completion by village.
15.02.040 Code official – Defined.
15.02.041 Board of appeals – Defined.
15.02.060 Plan review – Authority.
15.02.010 Purpose.
The purpose of this title is to provide for safety, health, public welfare through structural strength and stability, means of egress, adequate light and ventilation and protection to life and property from fire and hazards incident to the design, construction, repair, alteration, maintenance, removal or demolition of buildings and structures, and to control the architectural design of buildings or structures erected or to be erected within the corporate limits of the village of Riverdale. (Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013; Ord. 99-14, 1999)
15.02.015 Scope.
The provisions of this title apply to the construction, site work alteration, equipment, addition, repair, replacement, removal, demolition, location, use, occupancy and maintenance of all buildings and structures, and shall apply to existing or proposed buildings and structures; except as otherwise provided for in the village of Riverdale zoning title (RMC Title 17), or other ordinances or statutes. The following adopted codes shall be filed in the office of the village clerk, village library, and the public safety building and be made available to the public per state statutes. (Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013)
15.02.020 Codes adopted.
The model codes hereinafter set forth are hereby adopted by reference and made a part of this village code, as amended.
A. The International Building Code, 2021 Edition;
B. The International Mechanical Code, 2021 Edition;
C. The International Fuel Gas Code, 2021 Edition;
D. The International Fire Code, 2021 Edition;
E. The International Property Maintenance Code, 2021 Edition;
F. The National Electrical Code, 2023 Edition, NFPA 70;
G. The International Energy Conservation Code, 2012 Edition;
H. The International Residential Code, 2021 Edition;
I. The Illinois Plumbing Code, 2014 Edition;
J. The Illinois Accessibility Code, 1997 Edition; and
K. The International Existing Building Code, 2021 Edition. (Ord. 2023-24 § 4, 2023; Ord. 2023-17 § 4, 2023; Ord. 2015-18 § 2, 2015; Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013; Ord. 2006-21 § 1, 2006; Ord. 2005-14 §§ 1, 2, 2005; Ord. 99-14, 1999)
15.02.021 Amendments to building code.
The following provisions shall further apply and shall supersede any and all references listed within the adopted edition of the International Building Code, 2021 Edition:
A. Additions, Insertions and Changes.
1. Section 101.1. Insert “Village of Riverdale.”
2. Section 103, Code Compliance Agency, deleted in entirety.
3. Section 105, Permits.
a. Section 105.2. Delete numbers 1, 2, and 6 under Building section.
b. Section 105.8. Add a new section and the following:
Unique construction. When a project has unique features, unusual construction sequences or out of the ordinary construction techniques, the Code Official shall have the authority to require additional documentation to determine code compliance. The Code Official may also add additional fees to the building permit based on the additional inspections required or to cover the cost of specialized inspections or outside inspection or testing agencies.
Unique features or unusual construction sequence is a project where the use of features or sequences, which create the need for additional inspections other than those normally, requested by the Code Official. The features or a sequence of operations, which creates additional inspections, can create this.
4. Section 107.2.6.2. Add a new section and the following:
Compliance with Site Plan
It shall be the responsibility of the builder/developer to submit to the Building and Zoning Department a spot survey prepared by a Registered Land Surveyor after the foundation is installed. This survey must be at a scale of not less than one inch equal to thirty feet (1"=30'). The survey must also indicate the elevation above sea level of the top of the foundation wall and the top of the curb and sidewalk at lot lines extended relative to a United States Geological Survey benchmark. No construction will be allowed to proceed except for decking, underground water and sewer, and related items until the spot survey is approved by the Building and Zoning Department. This Section applies to principal structures only and not to additions or accessory structures.
5. Section 109.1, Payment of Fees. Add the following: Insert “Building Permit fee schedule shall be determined by Ordinance by the Village Board.”
6. Section 113, Board of Appeals. Delete 113.1 through 113.3 and insert:
Section 113.1 Application for appeal: Any person shall have the right to appeal a decision of the code official to the Board of Appeals. An application for appeal shall be based on a claim that the true intent of this code or the rules legally adopted there under have been incorrectly interpreted, the provisions of this code do not fully apply, or an equivalent form of construction is to be used.
Section 113.2 Membership of Board: The Board of Appeals shall consist of the Administrative Adjudication Hearing Officer.
Section 113.3 Open Hearing: All hearings before the Board shall be open to the public and in compliance with the provisions of the Open Meetings Act. The appellant, the appellant’s representative, the code official and any person whose interests are affected shall be given an opportunity to be heard.
Section 113.4 Board Decision: The Board shall affirm, modify, reverse the decision of the code official by a concurring vote of a majority of its members. The Board can also remand the appeal back to the code official.
Section 113.5 Court Review: Any person, whether or not a previous party of the appeal, shall have the right to apply to the appropriate court for appropriate relief to correct errors of law. Application for review shall be made in the manner and time required by law following the filing of the decision in the office of the chief administrative officer.
7. Section 114.4, Violation Penalties. Insert the following: “The penalties shall be as determined by Ordinance by the Village Board.”
8. Section 406.3.4.2.1. Change 1/2 inch gypsum board to 5/8-inch gypsum board.
9. Section 406.3.4. Add a new section and the following:
Gas curbs. Minimum 4-inch high gas curbs are to be provided in and around the entire garage floor area in all attached garages. The pitch from rear to front must not be less than .05 percent.
10. Table 601. Add the following line:
Tenant separations
There shall be a minimum of a one-hour fire separation (vertically and horizontally) separating different tenants.
11. Section 901.6. Add the following:
All water flow switches, valve supervision, trouble signals, fire alarm systems shall transmit and alarm to a location approved by the code official.
12. Section 903.4.2. Add the following sentence:
Provide a strobe above the fire department connection for all sprinkler and standpipe systems.
13. Add new Section 903.6, Sprinkler system design criteria.
Sprinkler hydraulic designs for NFPA 13 and NFPA 13R systems shall be designed with a minimum of a five (5) pound difference between the sprinkler system design including hose requirements and the available water supply. The five (5) pound safety factor shall be applied to the water flow test after any adjustments for a seasonal low.
14. Section 1101.1. Insert the following text:
When there is a conflict between this Chapter and the Illinois Accessibility Code the stricter of the two codes shall apply.
15. Section 1612, Flood Loads. Delete the section in its entirety.
16. Sections 1805.0, Footings and Foundations. All references to wood footings and foundations are deleted. The use of wood footings and foundations is prohibited.
17. Chapter 29, Plumbing Systems. Delete the chapter in its entirety.
18. Section 3002.4.
One elevator to be used in all new buildings shall be sized for stretcher use by the fire department. Minimum size to be 2500 pounds with a clear inside dimension to accommodate a 24-inch x 84-inch stretcher. It shall be identified by the international symbol for emergency medical services (star of life). The symbol shall not be less than 3 inches high and shall be placed inside of both sides of the hoist way doorframe.
19. Section 3002.10. Add a new section and the following:
All elevators shall comply with the Illinois OSFM rules for elevators.
20. Section 3301.3. Add a new section and the following:
Mud and debris control. Builders are responsible for:
i. Mud left on streets by contractors or material suppliers must be cleaned at least at the end of each day, and more often if the accumulation is sufficient to cause a hazard.
ii. Material debris must be placed in a dumpster at the end of each day or any confined area such as a garage, etc.
iii. Crossing landscaped areas, improved parkways, or adjacent properties is prohibited.
Compliance with this control will provide and enhance the natural beauty of the environment. Failure to comply with this control requirement will result in:
i. Fines or penalties as herein prescribed; and/or
ii. Suspension or revocation of building permit.
21. Section 3303.4, Vacant lots. Delete the section and insert the following:
Restoration of demolition site. All foundations, walls, footings, concrete floors, and other concrete in areas below grade must be removed. All demolition debris, including, but not limited to bricks, concrete, wood and metal shall be removed, and all voids resulting from the above removal shall be filled to at least the existing grade with granular materials in accordance with Section 213 of the State of Illinois Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge construction, except that a maximum of twenty (20) percent of non-organic rubble may be used as fill material. The area must then be swaled for proper drain-off. The land must be restored as close as possible to its original stage. The final top layer of fill shall contain adequate topsoil to sustain grass and be seeded in a professional manner.
The only exception to this shall be when the proposed site is 5 or more acres in size and when the demolition/restoration would, to a large degree, include the filling of areas over 2 acres in size below existing grade. Provided that the above conditions are met, the applicant may choose to create a retention/detention storm water facility or another type of open space recreation facility, which obtains its main attractiveness through the use of permanent surface waters of 2 acres or more in size. The applicant would be required to provide a facility, which is safe for its intended or potential users as provided in other sections of the Riverdale Municipal Code. The applicant would also have to provide the previously mentioned survey of the facility and design the facility according to good engineering practice to enable it to function for indeterminate time periods without extensive maintenance or harm to neighboring properties, public facilities or groundwater resources. The ownership and maintenance of the facility shall be negotiated with the Village as part of the review process enabling demolition. The Director of Public Works based on their potential merits or impact on the community shall consider specific items not directly covered.
22. Reference Standards.
a. Delete the references to the International Existing Building Code.
b. Delete the references to the International Plumbing Code.
c. Delete the references to the International Private Sewage Disposal Code.
d. Delete the references to the International Urban-Wildland Interface Code.
23. Adopt the following Appendices C, D, F, H-105 and H-106, I and K. (Ord. 2023-17 § 5, 2023; Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013)
15.02.022 Amendments to mechanical code.
The following provisions shall further apply and shall supersede any and all references listed within the adopted edition of the International Mechanical Code, 2021 Edition:
A. Additions, Insertions and Changes.
1. Section 101.1. Insert “Village of Riverdale.”
2. Section 115.4, Violation Penalties. Insert the following: “Penalties shall be determined by Ordinance by the Village Board.”
3. Reference Standards. Delete the references to the International Plumbing Code.
4. Adopt the following Appendix A. (Ord. 2023-17 § 6, 2023; Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013)
15.02.023 Amendments to fuel gas code.
The following provisions shall further apply and shall supersede any and all references listed within the adopted edition of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2021 Edition:
A. Additions, Insertions and Changes.
1. Section 101.1. Insert “Village of Riverdale.”
2. Reference Standards.
a. Delete the references to the International Plumbing Code.
b. Delete the references to the International Private Sewage Disposal Code.
3. Adopt the following Appendices A, B and C. (Ord. 2023-17 § 7, 2023; Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013)
15.02.024 Amendments to the fire code.
The following provisions shall further apply and shall supersede any and all references listed within the adopted edition of the International Fire Code, 2021 Edition:
A. Additions, Insertions and Changes.
1. Section 101.1. Insert “Village of Riverdale.”
2. Section 901.11. Add the following:
All water flow switches, valve supervision, trouble signals, fire alarm systems shall transmit and alarm to a location approved by the code official.
3. Section 903.4.2. Add the following sentence:
Provide a strobe above the fire department connection for all sprinkler and standpipe systems.
4. Section 903.4.4. Add the following:
All water flow switches, valve supervision, trouble signals, fire alarm systems shall transmit and alarm to a location approved by the code official.
5. Section 5704.2.9.6.1. Add the following: “As allowed in the zoning ordinance as may be amended.”
6. Section 5706.2.4.4. Add the following: “As allowed in the zoning ordinance as may be amended.”
7. Section 5806.2. Add the following: “As allowed in the zoning ordinance as may be amended.”
8. Section 6104.2. Add the following: “As allowed in the zoning ordinance as may be amended.”
9. Reference Standards.
a. Delete the references to the International Plumbing Code.
b. Delete the references to the International Urban-Wildland Interface Code.
10. Adopt the following Appendices B, C, D, E, F, G and H. (Ord. 2023-17 § 8, 2023; Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013)
15.02.025 Amendments to electrical code.
The following provisions shall further apply and shall supersede any and all references listed within the adopted edition of the National Electrical Code, 2023 Edition, NFPA 70:
A. Additions, Insertions and Changes.
1. General Provision. All new electrical wiring systems or additions to existing to previously constructed systems shall be rigid conduit, intermediate conduit (IMC), electric metallic tubing (EMT).
2. General Provision. All conductors shall be copper; the use of aluminum is not allowed.
3. Article 314.1. Add the following:
All boxes installed at a conductor splice point, outlet, switch point, junction point or pull point shall be a Minimum of 4 x 4 1 1/2 inch steel. Exception – ceiling fan boxes
4. General Provision. All electric services to be grounded with a driven eight-foot copper rod and ground to be installed to street side of water meter and bonded to both sides of meter.
B. Permit Required. A permit shall be required for all electrical installations, alterations or repair. The application for a permit shall be submitted on a form available from the village of Riverdale and shall be accompanied by the required fee as prescribed elsewhere in this code.
C. Making Application. Application for a permit shall be made by the owner or lessee of the building or structure, or agent of either or by the registered contractor employed in connection with the proposed work. If the application is made by a person other than the owner, it shall be accompanied by an affidavit of the owner or the qualified applicant or a signed statement of the qualified applicant witnessed by the electrical inspector or his designee to the effect that the proposed work is authorized by the owner and that the applicant is authorized to make such application. The full names and addresses of the owner, lessee, applicant and the responsible officers, if the owner or lessee is a corporate body, shall be stated in the application.
D. Drawings Required. The application for permit shall be accompanied by not less than two sets of construction documents. The electrical inspector is permitted to waive the requirements for filing construction documents when the scope of the work is of a minor nature. When the quality of the material is essential for conformity to this code, specific information shall be given to establish such quality.
E. Engineering Details. The electrical inspector shall require to be filed adequate details of electrical work, including computations and other essential technical data. All engineering plans and computations shall bear the signature and seal of the engineer responsible for the design.
F. Permit Fees. The permit fees shall be calculated according to the annual fee schedule of the village of Riverdale.
G. Amendments to Application. Amendments to a plan, application or other records accompanying the same shall be filed at any time before completion of the work for which the permit is sought or issued. Such amendments shall be deemed part of the original application and shall be filed therewith.
H. Time Limit of Application. An application for a permit for any proposed work shall be deemed to have been abandoned six months after the date of filing, unless such application has been diligently prosecuted or a permit shall have been issued; except that the electrical inspector shall grant one or more extensions of time for additional periods not exceeding ninety days each if there is reasonable cause.
I. Action on Application. The electrical inspector shall examine or cause to be examined all applications for permits and amendments thereto within a reasonable time after filing. If the application or the construction documents do not conform to the requirements of all pertinent laws, but the electrical inspector is satisfied that the proposed work conforms to the requirements of this code and all laws and ordinances applicable thereto, the electrical inspector shall issue a permit therefor as soon as practicable.
J. Suspension of Permit. Any permit issued shall become invalid if the authorized work is not commenced within six months after issuance of the permit, or if the authorized work is suspended or abandoned for a period of six months after the time of commencing the work.
K. Signature. The electrical inspector’s signature shall be attached to every permit, or the electrical inspector shall authorize a subordinate to affix such signature thereto.
L. Approved Construction Documents. The electrical inspector shall stamp or endorse in writing all sets of construction documents “Approved,” and one set of the approved construction documents shall be retained by the electrical inspector and one set shall be kept at the building site, open to inspection of the electrical inspector or an authorized representative at all reasonable times.
M. Work by Other Than Electrical Contractor.
1. All electrical planning and design for all use groups except one- and two-family dwellings shall be by a registered design professional in accordance with State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation laws and regulations.
2. All electrical installation and repair on all use groups except one- and two-family dwellings shall be done by an electrical contractor licensed and bonded in the village.
3. Electrical design, installation and repair on one- and two-family dwellings may be done by the owner of a structure who also permanently resides in a dwelling unit in the structure with the approval of the electrical inspector who shall be the sole judge of the owner’s ability to perform electrical work according to code.
N. Revocation of Permit. The electrical inspector shall revoke a permit or approval issued under the provisions of this code in case of any false statement or misrepresentation of fact in the application or on the plans on which the permit or approval was based.
O. Posting of Permit. The electrical permit shall be kept on the site of operations, prominently displayed, open to public inspection during the entire time of the work and until completion.
P. Work without a Permit. For electrical work where a permit is required and work is started without a permit, the work shall be stopped, a citation shall be issued to the building owner or contractor and an electrical permit shall be applied for. An electrical permit shall be required prior to the resumption of work. All plan review, permit and inspection fees for the issuance of a permit after work has started shall be doubled.
Q. New Electrical Work – Exposure for Inspection. In all buildings hereafter erected, both public and private, and in all buildings already built or erected wherein any electricity or wiring is hereafter repaired or changed, the wiring and connections shall be exposed for view for inspection and testing by the electrical inspector, and shall not be covered until such test is made. At least twenty-four hours’ notice for inspection must be given to the village.
R. Repairs – Authority to Order. The electrical inspector shall have the authority to order any person to repair or replace any electrical system, wiring and/or connections which are broken, defective or inoperative. Any repair so ordered shall be at the expense of the owner or person in control of the property.
S. Repairs – Notice – Failure to Comply.
1. Whenever the electrical inspector deems that there is a problem with the electrical system, a notice shall be issued to the owner of the property or the person in control of the property to complete the necessary repair within seven days from the date of issuance of the notice.
2. In the event that the person notified fails to make the repairs in accordance with the notice in a satisfactory manner within the time provided, the electrical inspector is authorized to inform the electrical utility of the circumstances and request the electrical services be shut off. (Ord. 2023-24 § 5, 2023; Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013)
15.02.026 Amendments to energy conservation code.
The following provisions shall further apply and shall supersede any and all references listed within the adopted edition of the International Energy Conservation Code, 2012 Edition:
A. Additions, Insertions and Changes.
1. Section 101.1. Insert “Village of Riverdale.” (Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013)
15.02.027 Amendments to the residential code.
The following provisions shall further apply and shall supersede any and all references listed within the adopted edition of the International Residential Code, 2012 Edition:
A. Additions, Insertions and Changes:
1. Section R101.1. Insert “Village of Riverdale.”
2. Section R105, Permits.
a. Section R105.2. Delete numbers 1, 2, and 10 under building section.
b. Section R105.10. Add a new section and the following:
Unique construction. When a project has unique features, unusual construction sequences or out of the ordinary construction techniques, the Code Official shall have the authority to require additional documentation to determine code compliance. The Code Official may also add additional fees to the building permit based on the additional inspections required or to cover the cost of specialized inspections or outside inspection or testing agencies.
Unique features or unusual construction sequence is a project where the use of features or sequences, which create the need for additional inspections other than those normally, requested by the Code Official. The features or a sequence of operations, which creates additional inspections, can create this.
3. Section R108.1, Payment of Fees. Add the following: Insert “Building Permit fee schedule shall be determined by Ordinance by the Village Board.”
4. Section R319.1, Address Identification.
Building identification shall also include the rear of the property in addition to the front. The height of all apartment dwelling doors shall be a minimum of 3 inches in height.
5. Section R112, Board of Appeal. Delete R112.1 through 112.4 and insert “See Building Code amendments subsection (A)(5).”
6. Section R113.4, Violation Penalties. Insert the following: “The penalties shall be as determined by Ordinance by the Village Board.”
7. Table 301.2(1). The following information shall be inserted in the table:
|
Ground Snow Load |
25 |
|
Wind Speed |
3 second 90 normal 75 |
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Seismic Condition |
B0 |
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Subject to Damage from Weathering |
SEVERE |
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Frost Line Depth |
42 inches |
|
Termite |
MODERATE to HEAVY (Termite shields required) |
|
Decay |
SLIGHT to MODERATE |
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Winter Design Temperature |
-4 degrees |
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Ice Shield Underlayment |
Yes |
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Flood Hazard |
N/A |
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Air Freezing Index |
2000 |
|
Mean Annual Temp |
50 degrees |
8. Section R305.1. Amend to read as follows:
Section R305.1 Ceiling Height: Habitable rooms shall have a ceiling height of not less than eight (8) feet.
Exceptions: Kitchens, hallways, bathrooms, second floors and basements shall have a ceiling height of not less than seven (7) feet six (6) inches. Knee walls under sloping roofs shall have a finished height measured from the finished floor to the finished ceiling of not less than five (5) feet. Beams and girders spaced not less than four (4) feet on center shall project not more than six (6) inches below the required ceiling height.
An average height of eight feet can be used when finishing a basement in an existing home.
9. Section R302.6, Separation. Delete the section and insert the following:
Garage separation. All one and two family dwellings shall be separated from adjacent interior spaces by a fire partition having a fire resistance rating of not less than one (1) hour. All beams, columns and support walls supporting living spaces shall be protected. The door assembly leading from the garage to the interior space shall carry a one (1) hour fire rating and shall be supplied with an automatic self-closing device. If an attic opening is located within the garage, this opening must also carry a one (1) hour fire resistance rating.
10. Section R309.1. Delete the section and insert the following:
Floor Surface: All garage floors shall be concrete.
Curb: A four (4) inch high concrete curb shall be provided between the garage and residence.
11. Section R309.5. See Section R313.2 for exceptions.
12. Section R309.6 is hereby added to read as follows:
Section R309.6 Free Standing or Detached Garages: Garages of slab and grade beam construction without footings and permanent foundation walls may be permitted if said garage is separated from the main house or building by no less than ten (10) feet of open space. Said garage shall not be permitted any connection to the main house or building unless a complete footing and foundation system is provided to a depth of no less than forty-two (42) inches below grade.
13. Section R313, Automatic Fire Sprinkler. If residential sprinklers area deleted this is the section which would have to be changed.
14. Section R302.1. Add the following:
All townhouses and two-family dwellings shall be separated with a minimum of a two-hour fire resistant rated wall assembly.
15. Section R401.3.1. Add new section:
Gutters. All dwelling shall have gutters. The gutters and downspouts shall be designed and installed to discharge the water away from the building.
16. Sections R403 and R404.3.3. All references to wood footings and foundations are deleted. The use of wood footings and foundations is prohibited.
17. New Subsection R408.6.1 is added following Subsection R408.6 and shall read as follows:
R408.6.1 Concrete Slush Coats in Crawl Spaces: All crawl spaces shall have a minimum of two (2) inch slush coat installed in all residential crawl spaces. A base course shall be installed in accordance with Subsection 505.2.2.
18. Add Section R501.3, Open Web Trusses.
The use of open web wood floor trusses is not allowed unless drywalled on the bottom side with a minimum of one layer of 5/8 inch drywall or any one-hour fire rated assembly.
19. Delete Chapters 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, and 32. Refer to State of Illinois Department of Public Health Plumbing Code of 2004.
20. Delete Chapters 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, and 41, and insert the 2008 Edition of NFPA 70 with the amendments listed in Section 150.09.
21. Reference Standards.
a. Delete the references to the International Plumbing Code.
b. Delete the references to the International Private Sewage Disposal Code.
22. Adopt the following Appendices B, C, F, G, H, K and M. (Ord. 2014-32 § 5, 2014; Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013)
15.02.028 Amendments to the Illinois Plumbing Code.
There are no amendments to the Illinois Plumbing Code. The strictest of the provisions shall apply when there is a conflict between the Illinois Plumbing Code and this chapter. The Illinois Plumbing Code is supplemented with the following:
A. Permit Required. A permit shall be required for all plumbing installations, alterations or repair. The application for a permit shall be submitted on a form available from the village of Riverdale and shall be accompanied by the required fee as prescribed elsewhere in this code.
B. Making Application. Application for a permit shall be made by the owner or lessee of the building or structure, or agent of either or by the registered contractor employed in connection with the proposed work. If the application is made by a person other than the owner, it shall be accompanied by an affidavit of the owner or the qualified applicant or a signed statement of the qualified applicant witnessed by the plumbing inspector or his designee to the effect that the proposed work is authorized by the owner and that the applicant is authorized to make such application. The full names and addresses of the owner, lessee, applicant and the responsible officers, if the owner or lessee is a corporate body, shall be stated in the application.
C. Drawings Required. The application for permit shall be accompanied by not less than two sets of construction documents. The plumbing inspector is permitted to waive the requirements for filing construction documents when the scope of the work is of a minor nature. When the quality of the material is essential for conformity to this code, specific information shall be given to establish such quality.
D. Engineering Details. The plumbing inspector shall require to be filed adequate details of electrical work, including computations and other essential technical data. All engineering plans and computations shall bear the signature and seal of the engineer responsible for the design.
E. Permit Fees. The permit fees shall be calculated according to the annual fee schedule of the village of Riverdale.
F. Amendments to Application. Amendments to a plan, application or other records accompanying the same shall be filed at any time before completion of the work for which the permit is sought or issued. Such amendments shall be deemed part of the original application and shall be filed therewith.
G. Time Limit of Application. An application for a permit for any proposed work shall be deemed to have been abandoned six months after the date of filing, unless such application has been diligently prosecuted or a permit shall have been issued; except that the plumbing inspector shall grant one or more extensions of time for additional periods not exceeding ninety days each if there is reasonable cause.
H. Action on Application. The plumbing inspector shall examine or cause to be examined all applications for permits and amendments thereto within a reasonable time after filing. If the application or the construction documents do not conform to the requirements of all pertinent laws, but the plumbing inspector is satisfied that the proposed work conforms to the requirements of this code and all laws and ordinances applicable thereto, the electrical inspector shall issue a permit therefor as soon as practicable.
I. Suspension of Permit. Any permit issued shall become invalid if the authorized work is not commenced within six months after issuance of the permit, or if the authorized work is suspended or abandoned for a period of six months after the time of commencing the work.
J. Signature. The plumbing inspector’s signature or their designee’s signature shall be attached to every permit.
K. Approved Construction Documents. The plumbing inspector shall stamp or endorse in writing all sets of construction documents “Approved,” and one set of the approved construction documents shall be retained by the plumbing inspector and one set shall be kept at the building site, open to inspection of the plumbing inspector or an authorized representative at all reasonable times.
L. Work by Other Than Plumbing Contractor.
1. All plumbing planning and design for all use groups except one- and two-family dwellings shall be by a registered design professional in accordance with State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation laws and regulations.
2. All plumbing installation and repair on all use groups except one- and two-family dwellings shall be done by a plumbing contractor licensed and bonded in the village.
3. Plumbing design, installation and repair on one- and two-family dwellings may be done by the owner of a structure who also permanently resides in a dwelling unit in the structure with the approval of the plumbing inspector who shall be the sole judge of the owner’s ability to perform plumbing work according to code.
M. Revocation of Permit. The plumbing inspector shall revoke a permit or approval issued under the provisions of this code in case of any false statement or misrepresentation of fact in the application or on the plans on which the permit or approval was based.
N. Posting of Permit. The plumbing permit shall be kept on the site of operations, prominently displayed, open to public inspection during the entire time of the work and until completion.
O. Work without a Permit. For plumbing work where a permit is required and work is started without a permit, the work shall be stopped, a citation shall be issued to the building owner or contractor and a plumbing permit shall be applied for. A plumbing permit shall be required prior to the resumption of work. All plan review, permit and inspection fees for the issuance of a permit after work has started shall be doubled.
P. New Plumbing Work – Exposure for Inspection. In all buildings hereafter erected, both public and private, and in all buildings already built or erected wherein any plumbing is hereafter repaired or changed, except for minor repairs on the sewer side of the trap, the drain, soil, rainwater and other pipe or pipes connected directly or indirectly into any drain, soil or waste pipe, and all traps, shall be exposed for view for inspection and tested by the plumbing inspector, and shall not be covered until such test is made. At least twenty-four hours’ notice for inspection must be given to the village.
Q. Separate Drainage for Each Building.
1. Each building shall be separately and independently connected with a public or private sewer when there is such in the street, alley or easement abutting on the lot occupied by such building. The entire plumbing and drainage system of every building shall be entirely separate and independent from that of any other building except where there are two buildings on one lot, one in the rear of the other; then if there is no sewer in the alley to which the rear building can be connected, the sewer in front of the building may be extended to serve the rear building.
2. No gutter, rain water leaders or downspouts shall be connected or remain connected to a sanitary or combined sewer or any sewer other than a sewer specifically designed to carry off storm water, rain water and drainage other than sanitary wastes, where no such storm sewer is available. Downspouts or rainwater leaders shall be provided with splash blocks or other method approved by the public works department but shall in no way be connected to public sewers.
3. Downspouts or rainwater leaders must be diverted away from adjacent properties or to the front or rear of the building.
4. Provided, however, that existing buildings in a combined sewer area which do not have exterior downspouts, that is, those downspouts accessible from exterior walls, shall be exempt from the provisions of this section.
R. Repairs – Authority to Order. The plumbing inspector shall have the authority to order any person to repair or replace any plumbing system, and/or connections which are broken, defective or inoperative. Any repair so ordered shall be at the expense of the owner or person in control of the property.
S. Repairs – Notice – Failure to Comply. Whenever the inspector deems that there is a problem with the plumbing system, a notice shall be issued to the owner of the property or the person in control of the property to complete the necessary repair within seven days from the date of issuance of the notice. (Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013)
15.02.029 Amendments to Illinois Accessibility Code.
There are no amendments to the Illinois Accessibility Code. The strictest of the provisions shall apply when there is a conflict between the Illinois Accessibility Code and this chapter. (Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013)
15.02.030 Limitation on construction hours.
A. General Construction and Carpentry. There shall be no outdoor construction or carpentry activities generating noise at any time other than the following:
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Monday through Friday |
7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. |
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Saturday |
7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
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Sunday and National Holidays |
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
Construction activity for emergencies may be allowed during the restricted time periods only upon issuance of a permit by the code official.
B. Operation of Heavy Construction Equipment, Trucks of Class D and Above Registration.
Excavation and Demolition. There shall be no operation of heavy construction equipment, or excavation or demolition activities involving the use of excavating or earth-moving equipment including loaders, back-hoes, jack hammers, or similar equipment on Sunday or national holidays or at any time other than the following:
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Monday through Friday |
7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
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Saturday |
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
Construction activity for emergencies may be allowed during the restricted time periods only upon issuance of a permit by the code official. The construction hour restrictions set forth herein shall not affect any current projects taking place at the time of the adoption of this section. (Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013)
15.02.031 Amendments to property maintenance code.
The following provisions shall further apply and shall supersede any and all references listed within the adopted edition of the International Property Maintenance Code, 2012 Edition:
A. Additions, Insertions and Changes:
1. Section 101.1. Insert “Village of Riverdale.”
2. Sections 103.5. Add the following:
Fee Schedule – Fee schedule shall be determined by Ordinance by the Village Board.
3. Add to Section 109.1. Add lack of sewer and water.
4. Section 111, Means of Appeal. Delete 111.1 through 111.8 and insert “See Building Code amendments subsection (A)(5).”
5. Section 302.4, Weed. Insert 6 inches.
6. Section 302.4. Add the following:
The cutting of weeds and grass in the following areas is the responsibility of the home or property owner including: the parkway which includes the area between the property line and the Village street and any non-hard surfaced areas between the alley and the property line.
7. Section 302.8.1. Add Section 302.8.1, “Off Street Parking.”
No motor vehicle shall be parked on any designated grassy area of the property. The parking or storage of any motor vehicle outside of a structure shall be placed on a properly constructed concrete, asphalt or another approved prepared surface.
8. Section 304.3, Address Identification.
Building identification shall also include the rear of the property in addition to the front. The height of all apartment dwelling doors shall be a minimum of 3 inches in height.
9. Section 304.14. Insert screens year round.
10. Section 602.3. Heat supply required from October 1st to May 1st.
11. Section 602.4. Heat supply required from October 1st to May 1st.
12. Reference Standards.
a. Delete the references to the International Plumbing Code.
b. Delete the references to the International Zoning Code.
13. Adopt Appendix A. (Ord. 2016-38 § 14, 2016; Ord. 2015-12 § 2, 2015; Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013)
15.02.032 Completion by village.
The public sidewalk provided for in this chapter shall be completed within six months after the building or structure for which the building permit was issued is completed and occupied. After the expiration of the time limit above, if the sidewalks
are not completed, the village may complete or cause the sidewalk to be completed and apply the proceeds of the completion bond, deposit or other security toward the costs thereof, refunding any excess to the party posting the same. (Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013)
15.02.040 Code official – Defined.
Where the terms “code official” or “authority having jurisdiction” are used in these codes and standards of this title, such terms shall refer to the building inspector, the chief of the fire department, the superintendent of public works, the property maintenance inspector, and subordinate officers and employees of the foregoing listed offices. (Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013; Ord. 2013-13 § 3, 2013; Ord. 99-14, 1999)
15.02.041 Board of appeals – Defined.
Where the term “board of appeals” is used in the codes and standards of this title, such term shall refer to the administrative adjudication hearing officer. (Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013)
15.02.050 Conflicting codes.
Where conflicting code provisions or standards exist, the code or standard that provides the greatest protection to public health, safety and property preservation, in the opinion of the code official, shall prevail. (Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013; Ord. 99-14, 1999)
15.02.060 Plan review – Authority.
When considered necessary by the code official or his designee, all plans, drawings and specifications for proposed work shall be submitted to a third-party plan review agency of the code official’s choice. The building owner or owner’s agent shall be responsible for payment of all fees charged for the review by the third-party plan review agency prior to permit issuance. The returned plans along with any correspondence from the third-party reviewer and all orders issued by the code official shall be considered the approved construction documents for purposes of construction. (Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013; Ord. 99-14, 1999)
15.02.070 Stop work orders.
A. It shall be unlawful for any owner, agent, contractor, subcontractor or builder engaged in developing property pursuant to a permit issued by the village to make any departure from or violate:
1. Any ordinance or code of the village;
2. Any conditions attached to a special use ordinance, planned unit development ordinance, variation or annexation agreement;
3. Any federal, state or local law or ordinance;
4. Commit any fraud or make any misrepresentation or false statement in an application for a license or permit; or
5. Cause a nuisance or danger to the public health, safety or welfare.
Any such departure from or violation of such ordinance, code, condition or threat to the public welfare or law shall operate to void the permit which has been issued for such work.
B. The code official, without delay, shall issue a stop work order directing that all persons engaged in the work permitted under the permit shall cease and desist immediately until such time as the code official has either received satisfactory evidence that the work to be performed will be done in accordance with such ordinance, codes, conditions, laws or the public welfare until the corporate authorities have action on the matter pursuant to subsection C or D of this section.
C. The code official may refer the matter of continuing the stop work order to the corporate authorities for further proceedings. The corporate authorities shall have the authority to:
1. Continue in effect the stop work order;
2. Lift the stop work order;
3. Impose additional requirements as conditions to lifting the stop work order; and/or
4. Any other relief consistent with the public welfare.
D. Any person aggrieved by the decision of the code official in regard to the issuance of a stop work order or refusal to rescind the same shall have the right to appeal to the board of appeals. Such appeal shall be taken by filing with the code official, within five days after receipt of a stop work order or after the code official’s refusal to rescind such an order, a written statement under oath setting forth specifically the grounds for appeal. The board of appeals shall thereupon set the time and place for a hearing of such appeal and notice of such hearing shall be given to the appellant. The board of appeals shall render a decision on such appeal which shall be final. Any appeal from a decision of the board of appeals shall be made directly to the circuit court of Cook County pursuant to the Administrative Review Act (735 ILCS 5/3-101 et seq.).
E. All costs and expenses including but not limited to court reporters’ fees and attorneys’ fees incurred by the village in connection with any appeal of a stop work order shall be taxed to the appellant and shall be paid by the appellant as a condition to reinstatement of the permit.
F. The authority to issue a stop work order shall be in addition to any other relief available to the village. (Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013; Ord. 2013-13 § 4, 2013; Ord. 2005-03, 2005)
15.02.080 Fee schedule.
The fee for various permits necessary for construction of new buildings or structures, additions, alterations, repair, demolition, removal or maintenance shall be calculated in the manner set forth in the annual fee schedule worksheet as adopted by the board of trustees of the village of Riverdale. (Ord. 2013-26 § 2, 2013)