Chapter 15.05
BUILDING CODES1
Sections:
15.05.020 Adoption of referenced codes.
15.05.050 General requirements for all referenced codes.
15.05.060 Documents to be filed and available for public inspection.
15.05.010 Definitions.
The definitions stated in Chapter 17.08 CMC shall apply in this chapter along with any definitions in the codes adopted by reference in this chapter or as identified in other provisions of the CMC. If there is a conflict between definitions in the codes adopted by reference in this chapter, Chapter 17.08 CMC or other provisions of the CMC, the most specific and the most restrictive shall apply. (Ord. 1225 § 1, 2013; Ord. 1060 § 1, 2005).
15.05.020 Adoption of referenced codes.
The city of Cashmere hereby adopts the following codes, as amended by the Washington State Building Code Council pursuant to RCW 19.27.074, for the purpose of establishing rules and regulations for the construction, alteration, relocation, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of buildings and structures, including permits and penalties. All references to codes adopted by reference in this chapter and to provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and to the Washington Administrative Code (WAC) shall mean and include references to code, RCW and WAC provisions as the same exist now and as they may hereafter be amended. The code, RCW and WAC provisions in effect at the time of application for a permit pursuant to Chapter 15.02 CMC shall apply.
A. The International Building Code (IBC) as published by the International Code Council, Inc.
B. The International Residential Code (IRC) as published by the International Code Council, Inc.
C. The International Mechanical Code (IMC) as published by the International Code Council, Inc., except that the standard for liquefied petroleum gas installations shall be NFPA 58 (Storage or Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases) and ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 (National Fuel Gas Code).
D. Except as provided in RCW 19.27.170, the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) and Uniform Plumbing Code Standard, published in the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials; provided, that any provisions of such code affecting sewers or fuel gas piping are not adopted.
E. Newly constructed or altered designs shall meet the requirements of Chapter 70.92 RCW, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) Standards for Accessible Design.
F. The International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) as published by the International Code Council, Inc.
G. The Washington State Energy Code, Chapter 51-11 WAC.
H. The International Fire Code (IFC) as published by the International Code Council, Inc., including those standards of the National Fire Protection Association specifically referenced in the International Fire Code; provided, that, notwithstanding any wording in this code, participants in religious ceremonies shall not be precluded from carrying hand-held candles.
I. International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC), as published by International Code Council, Inc.
J. 1997 Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings.
K. The International Swimming Pool and Spa Code. (Ord. 1225 § 1, 2013; Ord. 1186 § 1, 2011; Ord. 1060 § 1, 2005).
15.05.030 Conflicts.
Where there is a conflict between a general requirement and specific requirement, the specific requirement shall be applicable. Where, in any specific case, different sections of the code specify different materials, methods of construction or other requirements, the most restrictive shall govern. (Ord. 1225 § 1, 2013; Ord. 1060 § 1, 2005).
15.05.050 General requirements for all referenced codes.
Whenever there is a conflict between a referenced code in CMC 15.05.020 and the general requirements contained in this section, the following general requirements of this section shall apply:
A. General Design Requirements.
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Snow Load |
40 lbs./sq. ft. for elevations <950 ft. Elevation x 0.043 lbs./sq. ft. if elevation >950 ft. |
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Basic Wind Speed |
85 mph |
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Wind Exposure |
C, unless otherwise permitted by code. |
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Seismic Design Factors |
Sds and Sd1 per USGS seismic application |
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Seismic Site Class |
D, unless warranted by geotechnical information |
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Weathering |
Severe |
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Minimum Footing Depth for Frost Penetration |
24 inches below grade, exterior location. 12 inches below grade, interior locations. |
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Termites |
Slight to moderate |
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Decay |
None to slight |
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Winter Design Temperature |
10° F |
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Ice Shield Underlay |
Yes |
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Air Freeze Index |
1232 |
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Mean Annual Temperature |
51.3° F |
B. Professional Preparation of Plans. The city of Cashmere shall require a Washington-licensed design professional, licensed under the provisions of Chapter 18.08 or 18.43 RCW or Chapter 308-12 WAC, to prepare or oversee the preparation of plans for any building or structure containing five or more residential dwelling units or for doing design work including preparing construction contract documents and administering the contract for construction, erection, enlargement, alteration, or repairs of or to a building of any occupancy over 4,000 square feet.
C. Right to Limit Permits. The building official may deny a building permit for a structure which is proposed for a location which will be exposed to danger or serious damage from external causes such as storm water, rock or mud slides, etc., or may itself be susceptible to sliding. The issuance of a permit shall not express or imply that the building site is safe from dangers.
D. Dust Control. Adequate dust control shall be maintained on excavation, paving, demolishing of buildings, and all other work on public or private property so as to prevent a nuisance or damage to adjacent or surrounding properties. Adequate water supply shall be available to the site prior to the start of the construction project.
E. Roof Rainwater. Roof rainwater shall be retained on site, but in the instances when on-site retention is determined by the director of building and planning to be unreasonable, may be connected to the city storm system. A comprehensive set of plans and specifications for such work shall be submitted in accordance with the submittal of construction plans.
F. Piping in the Water Meter Box. No PE, PVC, CPVC or PB pipe may be installed within the water meter box. (Ord. 1225 § 1, 2013; Ord. 1186 § 2, 2011; Ord. 1107 § 1, 2007; Ord. 1060 § 1, 2005).
15.05.060 Documents to be filed and available for public inspection.
One copy of the codes, appendices and standards set forth in this chapter shall be filed with the city clerk-treasurer, and a copy thereof made available for examination by the public, pursuant to RCW 35A.12.140. (Ord. 1225 § 1, 2013; Ord. 1060 § 1, 2005).
15.05.070 Severability.
The provisions of this chapter are declared to be severable and if any section, sentence, clause, or phrase of this chapter or its application to any persons or circumstances shall for any reason be held invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining sections, sentences, clauses and phrases of this chapter but shall remain in effect, it being the legislative intent that this chapter shall stand notwithstanding the invalidity of any part. (Ord. 1225 § 1, 2013; Ord. 1060 § 1, 2005).
Prior legislation: Ords. 881, 922, 923 and 943.