Chapter 15.04
BUILDING CODES
Sections:
15.04.030 Adoption of the Washington State Building Codes.
15.04.060 Relocated and demolished buildings and structures – Permits.
15.04.070 Projection of signs.
15.04.090 Professional design.
15.04.100 Commercial Energy Code.
15.04.110 Penalties for violations.
15.04.130 Severability clause.
15.04.010 Short title.
This chapter shall constitute the “Building Codes” of the city of Newport, and may be so cited. (Ord. 2047 § 1, 2018)
15.04.020 Purpose.
Pursuant to the Washington State Building Code, Chapter 19.27 RCW, and as set forth in Chapter 1 of the International Building Code, International Residential Code, International Mechanical Code, International Fire Code, and the Uniform Plumbing Code, it is the purpose of this chapter to adopt building construction standards and regulations, and to set forth such amended procedures as may be required for the administration thereof. (Ord. 2047 § 2, 2018)
15.04.030 Adoption of the Washington State Building Codes.
Except as revised and/or amended herein, the following are adopted as the building codes of the city of Newport.
A. The 2021 International Building Code, as adopted and amended by the Washington State Building Code Council, including Appendix E, and the 2021 International Existing Building Code as published by the International Building Code Council, Inc., and the 2017 ANSI A117.1 Accessibility Code.
B. The 2021 International Residential Code, as adopted and amended by the Washington State Building Code Council, including Appendices AF and AG, as published by the International Code Council, Inc., except that Chapters 11 and 25 through 43 of this code are not adopted.
C. The 2021 International Fire Code, as adopted and amended by the Washington State Building Code Council, as published by the International Code Council, Inc.
D. The 2021 International Energy Conservation Code Part 1, Residential Provisions, and Commercial Provisions, as adopted and amended by the Washington State Building Code Council.
E. The 2021 Washington State Energy Code.
F. The 2021 International Mechanical Code, as adopted and amended by the Washington State Building Code Council, as published by the International Code Council, Inc. (includes adoption of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2024 NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1 and 2024 NFPA 58).
G. The 2021 Edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code, including Appendices A, B and I, as adopted and amended by the Washington State Building Code Council, as published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials; provided, that Chapters 12 and 15 of this code are not adopted; provided further, that those requirements of the Uniform Plumbing Code relating to venting and combustion air of fuel fire appliances as found in Chapter 5 and those portions of the code addressing building sewers are not adopted.
H. The installation requirements for mobile/manufactured homes, factory built homes, commercial structures, commercial coaches, recreational vehicles, and park trailers, as set forth in Chapters 296-150C, 296-150F, 296-150I, 296-150M, 296-150P, and 296-150R WAC. (Ord. 2119 § 1, 2024)
15.04.040 Fees.
The city council shall establish a schedule of fees by resolution for permits and other fees associated with this code. (Ord. 2047 § 4, 2018)
15.04.050 Permits.
Subsection 105.2, Chapter 1, of the International Building Code is hereby amended to add a new item to read as follows:
Section 105.2 Work Exempt from Permit. A building permit shall not be required for the following:
The building Official may exempt construction, alteration or repair work where such work is determined to less than $1,200.00 in construction value; to be of a non-structural nature; does not involve the installation of wood stoves, freestanding fireplaces or other similar heat producing appliances; and is determined to be consistent with the intent of this code and the general health, safety and welfare of the public. Unless otherwise exempted, separate plumbing and mechanical permits will be required for the above exempted items.
Exemption from the permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction.
(Ord. 2047 § 5, 2018)
15.04.060 Relocated and demolished buildings and structures – Permits.
Section 3303, Chapter 33, of the International Building Code is hereby amended to add a new subsection to read as follows:
Section 3303.7 Bond Required. Every permit to move, relocate, or demolish a structure or building shall be subject to compliance with the following provisions:
A. Bond requirement. As a condition of a permit to move, relocate, or demolish a building or structure, the Building Official may, when he deems necessary, require the applicant to post with the City Treasurer a bond guaranteeing performance and completion of the project, running to the benefit of the City and conditioned upon the satisfactory completion of the terms and conditions of the relocation/demolition permit.
B. The bond shall be in such amount as is deemed appropriate by the Building Official, taking into consideration the nature and extent of the relocation/ demolition involved, potential damage to surrounding properties, the cost of completing the relocation/demolition if not completed by the applicant, and such other factors as may reasonably relate to the relocation/demolition. In no event shall the bond required be less than $500.00. Provided, however, the Building Official may in his discretion waive the bond under the following conditions:
1. The applicant is the owner of the real property and there are no liens and/or encumbrances against said property and the applicant/owner provides adequate proof thereof (e.g. title insurance); and
2. The fair market value of said property (or other real property as may be used as security) is at least twice the amount of the bond that would be required; and
3. The applicant, at his cost, executes an agreement, secured by a deed of trust, for said real property, guaranteeing performance of work to be performed and/or repayment of costs in the event the City must complete the project or otherwise foreclose on the property, together with costs of said foreclosure; and
4. Said substitute procedure must be approved by the Building Official and the City Attorney; and
5. Applicant shall pay a fee of $50.00 to cover the costs of document preparation and recording.
C. If the Building Official deems it appropriate for Group U Occupancies, and after considering the nature and extent of the relocation/demolition project involved, the bond may be waived in its entirety.
D. Bond conditions. Every relocation/demolition bond filed pursuant to this chapter shall be conditioned upon the completion to the satisfaction of the Building Official of the performance of all the terms and conditions of the relocation/demolition permit.
Such completion shall be evidenced by a statement thereof signed by the Building Official. When a cash bond has been posted, the amount thereof shall be returned to the permitee upon termination of the bond.
(Ord. 2047 § 6, 2018)
15.04.070 Projection of signs.
Section H103, Appendix H, of the International Building Code is hereby amended to add a new subsection to read as follows:
Section H103.2 Clearance from High Voltage Power Lines. Signs shall not be located within 3 feet vertically or horizontally from power lines less than 5 feet horizontally and 8 feet vertically when any power lines exceed 750 volts. Signs shall not project over any power line of any voltage.
Section H112, Appendix H, of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
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CLEARANCE |
MAXIMUM PROJECTION |
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Less than 8' |
Not Permitted |
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8' |
1' |
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10' |
3' |
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12' |
4' |
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14' |
5' |
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Over 14' |
5' |
(Ord. 2047 § 7, 2018)
15.04.080 Temporary signs.
Section H114, Appendix H, of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
Temporary Signs:
General:
Section 1401. Temporary signs shall not exceed 100 square feet in area. Temporary signs of rigid material shall not exceed 24 square feet in area, or 6 feet in height, nor shall any such sign be fastened to the ground.
Temporary signs may remain in place for a period not exceeding 60 days.
Flexible Fabric Signs:
Section 1402.
A. Support. Temporary flexible fabric signs installed across a right-of-way shall be supported and attached with wire rope of 3/8-inch minimum diameter. Strings, fiber ropes or wood slats shall not be employed for support or anchorage purposes. Flexible fabric signs and panels shall be perforated over at least 10 percent of their area to reduce wind resistance. Temporary flexible fabric signs over private property not exceeding 60 square feet shall be supported and attached as required by the Building Official.
B. Flexible fabric signs, which extend over a public street, shall maintain a minimum clearance of 20 feet.
C. Flexible fabric signs may extend across a public street only by permission of the governing body and shall be subject to related laws and ordinances. Temporary signs, other than flexible fabric, may not project over public property or beyond the legal setback line.
(Ord. 2047 § 8, 2018)
15.04.090 Professional design.
When required by Chapters 18.08 and 18.43 RCW, project documents shall be stamped by an architect and/or engineer licensed by the state of Washington. (Ord. 2047 § 9, 2018)
15.04.100 Commercial Energy Code.
Commercial and multifamily proposals which have more than four dwelling units shall be required to employ and pay for the services of a special plans examiner/special inspector (SPE/SI) to document design compliance and provide Energy Code-related field inspections. Prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy, a final report shall be generated by the SPE/SI and must be submitted to the building department. (Ord. 2047 § 10, 2018)
15.04.110 Penalties for violations.
Any violation of this chapter is a civil infraction punishable by monetary penalties as follows. Any person who violates the licensing provisions of this chapter shall be deemed to have committed a Class 1 civil infraction and shall be assessed a monetary penalty in accordance with NMC 1.16.030. Any person who commits a second or subsequent violation of this chapter in a calendar year shall be deemed to have committed a civil infraction and shall be assessed a monetary penalty not to exceed $500.00, not including statutory assessments. (Ord. 2102 § 11, 2022; Ord. 2047 § 11, 2018)
15.04.120 Design criteria.
The roof snow load for the city of Newport shall be 50 psf. Wind speed design shall be 110 mph. Seismic design shall be category C of the 2021 International Building Code. Minimum frost depth for footings shall be 30 inches below finished grade. Weathering is severe. The winter design temperature is two degrees Fahrenheit. (Ord. 2119 § 1, 2024)
15.04.130 Severability clause.
Should any section or provision of this chapter be unconstitutional or invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the chapter as a whole, or any part thereof other than the part so declared to be unconstitutional or invalid. (Ord. 2047 § 13, 2018)