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A50479. LEGAL NOTICE
ORDINANCE NO.3789
Adopted by the City Council,
PROOF OF onDE(EMBER3,2007 �
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE
PUBLICATION CITY OF HUNTINGTON
N D( G
U g l� ;BEACH- AMENDING
CHAPTER 17.04 OF THE
IHUNTINGTON BEACH
'MUNICIPAL CODE TITLED
,THE HUNTINGTON j
STATE p TE OF CALIFORNIA ) SY BEACH BUINOPSIS:LDING CODE"
CONSTRUCTION CODES',,
:THAT REGULATE" THE
SS. HEALTH AND SAFETY OF
COUNTY
y� �T r THE STRUCTURES .IN
COUNT g OF ORANGE ) OUR ",CITY ARE YEAR
LISHED EVERY 3 YEARS
,TO KEEP UP WITH THE
CURRENT DESIGN TECH-
am the Citizen of the United States and a iN RUCTI N.MA CON.
;STRUCTION.MATERIALS. I
;THE CALIFORNIA i
resident of the County aforesaid; I am over i BUILDING STANDARDS l
COMMISSION , IS
the age of eighteen years, and not a party CHARGED WITH 'AP- j
to or interested in the below entitled matter. ING yTHE STATEOCOES
TITLE 24. THE
I am a principal clerk of the HUNTINGTON 2007E1DITIONS OF THE
BEACH INDEPENDENT, a newspaper of M EI C HNIA A N I C A L
PLUMBING AND ELEC
general circulation, printed and published in TRICAL' CODES.-WERE
PUBLISHED ON JULY 1,
the City of Huntington Beach, County of 2007. IN ACCORDANCE
WITH SECTION .18941.5
Orange, State of California, and the OF THE STATE HEALTH
AND SAFETY CODE, THE
attached Notice is a true and complete copy CITY IS MANDATED TO
ENFORCE THE. CODES
as was printed and published on the STARTING ON 'JANUARY
1,2008.
following date(s). OFFICIAL ADOPTION OF
THE CODES BY REFER-
ENCE ALLOWS THE.CITY
OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
TO AMEND THE CODES
FOR SPECIAL .CONDI-
TIONS AND. HAZARDS
:THAT DO NOT EXIST IN
ALL JURISDICTIONS.THE
SPECIFIC FINDINGS ARE
DECEMBER 1 3, 2 O O 7 ALSO REQUIRED TO BE
ADOPTED SINCE THE
STATE. REQUIRES THAT
WE JUSTIFY THAT THEI
AMENDMENTS ARE REA-i
SONABLY --NECESSARY'
BECAUSE OF LOCAL CLI-
MATIC, GEOLOGICAL OR
TOPOGRAPHIC CONDI-
TIONS: IF THE CODES
ARE NOT: ADOPTED,1
THEY. WILL BE COMEI
CAW BY DEFAULT WITH-i
OUT AMENDMENTS.
I declare, under penalty of perjury, that the PASSED AND ADOPTED
by the City Council of
foregoing is true and correct. Tthe City of Huntington
i Beach at a regular meet-;
ing held December 3,
2007 by the following]
roll call vote: {
AYES: Hansen, `Hardy,
Executed on DECEMBER 13 2 0 0 7 Boni, cook, Coerper,
/ ; Green,Carchio _
at Huntington Beach� California NOES:None
ABSTAIN:None i
ABSENT:None
THE FULL TEXT OF THE
ORDINANCE IS AVAIL-1
ABLE IN THE CITY;
i CLERK'S OFFICE.
This ordinance Is'effec-i
tive 30 days .after l
Signature adoption.
CITY OF
HUNTINGTON BEACH
Jr2000 MAIN STREET
i HUNTINGTON BEACH,
CA 92648
71.4-536-5227 -
JOAN L..FLYNN,
CITY CLERK
Published Huntington
Beach Independent De-
cember 13; 2007 122-1
196
Ordinance No. 3789
3. Temporary testing systems: A permit shall not be required for the installation of
any temporary system required for the testing or servicing of electrical equipment
or apparatus.
4. Temporary decorative lighting.
5. Replacement of attachment plug receptacles, but not the outlets therefore.
6. Replacement of general use snap switches.
7. Repair or replacement of any overcurrent device of the required capacity in the
same location.
8. Repair or replacement of electrodes or transformers of the same size and capacity
for signs or gas tube systems.
9. The wiring for temporary theater, motion picture or television stage sets.
10. Electrical wiring, devices, appliances, apparatus or equipment operating at less
than 25 volts and not capable of supplying more than 50 watts of energy.
11. Low-energy power, control and signal circuits of Classes II and III as defined in
the electrical code.
12. Non vehicle mounted portable generators.
13. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make
such equipment unsafe.
Gas:
1. Portable heating appliance.
2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make
such equipment unsafe.
Mechanical:
1. Portable heating appliance.
2. Portable ventilation equipment.
3. Portable cooling unit.
4. Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment
regulated by this code.
5. Replacement of any part that does not alter its approval or make it unsafe.
6. Portable evaporative cooler.
7. Self-contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds or less of refrigerant
and actuated by motors of 1 horsepower or less.
Plumbing:
1. The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste, or vent pipe, provided,
however, that if any concealed trap, drain pipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe
becomes defective and it become necessary to remove and replace the same with
the new material, such work shall be considered as new work and a permit shall
be obtained and inspection made as provided in this code.
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2. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or fixtures and
the removal and reinstallation of water closets, provided such repairs do not
involve or require the replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes, or fixtures.
3. Repair or replacement of any plumbing fixture or appliance of the same type and
size and in the same location. Exception: electric and fuel gas water heaters.
4. Replacement of any part ,that does not alter its approval or make it unsafe.
SECTION 5. Section 17.04.033 is hereby added, said section to read as follows:
17.04.033 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, §105.3.2 Expiration of plan review, amended. Applications
for which no permit is issued within 180 days following the date of application shall expire
automatically, and plans and other data submitted for review may thereafter be returned to the
applicant or destroyed by the building official. The building official may extend the time for
action by the applicant in increments of 180 days subject to the following conditions:
I. The applicant shall submit an application every 180 days, accompanied by a plan
review extension fee, established by resolution of the City Council.
2. Any plans that remain in plan review over 360 days shall meet all construction
standards that are adopted at the time the permit is issued.
3. Plans may not remain in plan review more than 720 days except under extreme
situations as approved by the building official.
SECTION 6. Section 17.04.034 is hereby added, said section to read as follows:
17.04.034 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, �105.5 Expiration of permit, amended. Every permit issued
shall become invalid unless the work on the site authorized by such permit is commenced with
180 days after its issuance, or if the work authorized on the site by such permit is suspended or
abandoned for a period of 180 days after the time the work is commenced. Work shall be
considered suspended or abandoned if substantial approval of one of the required progress
inspections is not accomplished every 180 days. Before such work can be recommenced, a new
permit shall be first obtained, and the fee therefore shall be one half the amount required for a
new permit for such work, provided no changes have been made or will be made in the original
plans and specifications for such work; and provided further that such suspension or
abandonment has not exceeded one year. In order to renew action on a permit after one year, the
permittee shall pay a new full permit fee.
The permittee holding an unexpired permit may apply for an extension. The building official
may extend the time for actions by the permittee for a period not exceeding 180 days upon
written application by the permittee. Permits shall not be extended more than once except under
extreme situations and when approved by the building official.
SECTION 7. Section 17.04.035 is hereby added, said section to read as follows:
17.04.035 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, Section 108 Fees, amended. CBC Appendix Chapter 1,
Section 108 Fees is amended to read as follows:
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§108.1 Payment of fees. A permit shall not be valid until the fees prescribed by law have been
paid, nor shall an amendment to a permit be released until the additional fee, if any, has been
paid. The building official may allow temporary exceptions.
§108.1.1 Plan review fees. When a plan or other data is required to be submitted a plan review
fee shall be paid. This fee shall be paid at the time of submitting plans and specifications for plan
review. Said plan review fees shall be as established by resolution of the City Council.
§108.12 Permit fees. The fee shall be paid at permit issuance. The standard for determination of
value or valuation of the project shall be made by the building official and as established by
resolution of the City Council.
§108.1.3 Miscellaneous service fees. Whenever an application is made for all other services, a
fee for the service in an amount established by resolution of the City Council shall be paid to the
City.
§108.2 Schedule of permit fees. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical, and
plumbing systems or alterations requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as
required, in accordance with the schedule as established by resolution of the City Council.
§108.3 Building permit valuations. The applicant for a permit shall provide an estimated permit
value at time of application. Permit valuations shall include total value of work, including
materials and labor, for which the permit is being issued, such as electrical, gas, mechanical,
plumbing equipment and permanent systems. If, in the opinion of the building official, the
valuation is underestimated on the application, the permit shall be denied, unless the applicant
can show detailed estimates to meet the approval of the building official. Final building permit
valuation shall be set by the building official and as established by resolution of the City
Council.
§108.4 Work commencing before permit issuance. Any person who commences any work on a
building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system before obtaining the
necessary permits shall be subject to an investigation fee established by resolution by the City
Council that shall be in addition to the required permit fees.
§108.5 Related fees. The payment of the fee for the construction, alteration, removal or
demolition for work done in connection to or concurrently with the work authorized by a
building permit shall not relieve the applicant or holder of the permit from the payment of other
fees that are prescribed by law.
$108.6 Refunds. The building official may authorize the refund of any fee paid hereunder for
work that was not performed or for fees that were collected erroneously as established by
resolution of the City Council.
SECTION 8. Section 17.04.036 is hereby added, said section to read as follows:
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17.04.036 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, §I10.1 Use and occupancy, amended. No building or
structure shall be used or occupied, nor shall a change in the existing occupant or occupancy
classification of a building or structure or portion thereof be made until the building official has
issued a certificate of occupancy therefore as provided herein. Issuance of a certificate of
occupancy shall not be construed as an approval of a violation of the provisions of this code or of
other ordinances of the jurisdiction.
Exception: Group R, Division I & 3 (except hotels and motels)and U occupancies.
SECTION 9. Section 17.04.060 is amended to read as follows:
17.04.060 CBC Section 1910 Minimum Slab Provisions, �1910.1 General, amended. All
concrete floor slabs on grade shall have a minimum net thickness of 3 1/2 inches, and shall be
provided with minimum reinforcing equal to 6 x 6-W 1.4 x W I A welded fabric. When such slabs
are to be covered with carpet or any floor covering they shall be separated from the ground by
two (2) inches of clean sand over an approved vapor barrier.
SECTION 10. Section 17.04.070 is amended to read as follows:
17.04.070 CBC Chapter 9 Fire Protection Systems, §901.1 Scope, amended. The provisions of
this chapter shall specify where fire protection systems are required and shall apply to the design,
installation and operation of fire protection systems. For amended sprinkler requirements, see
Huntington Beach Municipal Code, Chapter 17.56 of this code.
SECTION 11. The "EXCEPTIONS" portion of Section 17.04.080, §3605(b)(5), is
hereby amended for clerical correction from numerical to alphabetical, as follows:
EXCEPTIONS:
a. The bolt or bolts need not be key operated but shall not be otherwise
activated, from the exterior side of the door.
b. The bolt or bolts may be engaged or disengaged automatically with the
dead bolt or by another device on the active leaf or lower leaf.
C. Manually-operated hardened bolts at the top and bottom of the leaf and
which embed a minimum of one-half(1/2) inch into the device receiving
the projected bolt may be used when not prohibited by the Building Code
or other laws and regulations.
SECTION 12. Sections 17.04.090 and 17.04.095 are hereby deleted.
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SECTION 13. This ordinance shall become effective 30 days after its adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach at a
regular meeting thereof held on the 3rd day of December , 2007.
Mayor
ATTEST: INITIATED AND APPROVED:
City Clerk V Director of Building& Safety
REVIEWED AND APPROVED: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
City Acininistrator City Attorney �� �f o)
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requiring the appropriate testing and mitigation measures for all new buildings in the methane
overlay districts.
§ 5502. Definitions. For the purposes of this division,the following definitions shall also be
applied.
A. Flammable Gas shall mean any gaseous substance capable of sustaining combustion or
explosion.
B. Gas Detection System shall mean one or more electrical devices capable of continuous
monitoring for the presence of flammable gasses and containing an audible alarm capable of
alerting occupants that a hazardous atmosphere exists. A part of the system shall be subject
to building the system and all devices which are department and fire department approved.
C. Methane Gas shall mean the hydrocarbon substance commonly known as "natural gas,"
chemical formula CH4. For the purposes of definition in this chapter,natural gas from the
distribution system of a utility company is exempted and excluded from the scope of the
application of the provisions of this chapter.
D. Methane Gas Overlay District shall mean those districts within the City of Huntington Beach
as defined in Section 5503.
E. Qualified En ingeer shall mean a civil engineer currently registered in the State of California
and possessing experience in the design of subsurface gas control systems.
F. Vent System shall mean a system or device which gathers or collects flammable gasses and
releases these gasses in a specified manner and location.
§ 5503. Overlay Districts. Boundaries of the districts set forth herein are measured from
centerline to centerline of indicated streets unless otherwise described, and are graphically
depicted by the copy of the map designated"Methane Overlay Districts,"which is on file with the
Fire Department. (3422-7/99)
The Methane District boundaries are as follows. Note that the directions of north, south, east,
west, and similar directions are general in nature only.
District One: Saybrook Lane south from Edinger Avenue to Davenport Drive to Algonquin
Street, south on Algonquin Street to Warner Avenue, east on Warner Avenue to Bolsa Chica
Street, north on Bolsa Chica Street to Edinger Avenue, west on Edinger Avenue to Saybrook
Lane.
District Two: All land on both sides of Pacific Coast Highway northwest from the City Boundary
at the Santa Ana River to the City Boundary at the Bolsa Chica Bluffs, then following the City
Boundary northeast to Edwards Street,Edwards Street north to Slater Avenue, Slater Avenue east to
Gothard Street, Gothard Street south to Ellis Avenue, Ellis Avenue east to Newland Street,Newland
Street south to Adams Avenue,Adams Avenue east to the City Boundary at the Santa Ana River,
City Boundary south along the Santa Ana River to Pacific Coast Highway.
5504. Plan Required. All proposed subdivisions, divisions of land, developments of property, and
new buildings within the methane overlay districts shall be reviewed by the Fire Department. The
Fire Chief may require a plan for the testing of site soils for the presence of methane gas. Such plan
shall be subject to the approval of the Fire Department, and may include,but shall not be limited to,
hammer probes, pneumatically driven probes, and core hole samples with monitoring for the
presence of methane gas. The Fire Chief may require other actions as deemed necessary to insure the
safety of the development or building site.
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§ 5505. Testing Required. Testing for the presence of methane gas shall be required to be carried
out in accordance with the approved plan. Results of such testing shall be submitted to the Fire
Department for review and analysis.
§ 5506. Mitigation Required. Anomalously high levels of methane gas in the near surface or
subsurface soil layers may require mitigation before any grading, development, or building
construction is allowed to take place. Such mitigation may include, but is not limited to,the venting
of abandoned oil wells, underground gathering and collection systems for gasses,vent systems, and
flared vent systems. Other systems, devices, or components may be required as deemed necessary by
the Fire Chief in order to insure the safety of the development and buildings.
If the mitigation measure does not reduce the soil concentrations of methane to an acceptable level,
or if other contaminants are present in the methane at a level which poses a threat to health and
safety, further development may be halted until such time as the site is rendered safe from these
hazards.
§ 5507. Isolation Barriers Required. New buildings which fall under the provisions and
requirements of this article may require the installation of a continuous, flexible,permanent, and
non-permeable barrier, and shall be a type approved by the Fire Department. (3422-7/99)
§ 5508. Access. All methane gas mitigation systems required by this article shall be made accessible
to city personnel for the purposes of monitoring, maintenance, and evaluation for effectiveness.
§ 5509. Areas Outside of Established Methane Overlay District Boundaries. Upon the determination
of the Fire Department that hazard may exist from methane intrusion at a geographical location or
area outside the boundaries established in Section 5503 above,the Fire Department may enforce any
or all of the provisions of this article as deemed necessary by the Fire Chief to preclude potential
hazards from fire or explosion from methane gas accumulations.
§ 5510. Additional Remedial Measures. If the concentration of flammable gas in any building in the
City reaches or exceeds twenty-five percent(25%) of the minimum concentration which form an
ignitable mixture with air at ambient temperature and pressure,the owner of such building shall hire
a qualified engineer to investigate, recommend, and implement mitigating measures. Such measures
shall be subject to the approval of the Fire Department. (3422-7/99)
es
17.04.090 Amendments te c1=___A* . The Building Code is hefeby amended by deleting ffem the
appendiees Chapters .-T TTT��P, AL, A) 97 10, 11, 12 Div. T A, TT7 137 16 Div. 17 117 D, 11119, 7 3-
7
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29,30, 33,34 -iv. !& '7�. (2431 7/80 2747 W85 2976 12/88 3022 12/89 3147 7192,3261 !V94 3305 12/95 3422 7/oa
17.04.095 Appendix Chapter- 15, � .1516. Subseefien 1516.3.(!) entitled Asphalt Shingles is hefeb
amended to not allow mere than ene (1) ever-lay ef asphaft shingle over-the existing feefing system
..loss st..ueta,....1 1 „l t; .. o „1....Wed t,. : st:�,the a d,d:t:,.na weight.
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Huntington Beach Municipal Code Ordinance No. 3790 17.40.010--17.40.050
LEGISLATIVE DRAFT
ChaRtter 17.40
MECHANICAL CODE
(1408-5/68, 1628-2/71, 1938-10/74,2172-3/77,2235-12/77,2282-5/78,2337-1/79,2431-7/80,2747-2/85,
2976-12/88,3022-12/89,3147-7/92,3312-2/96,3425-7/99,3574-10/02)
Sections:
17.40.010 Adoption
17.40.020 Title
17.40.030 (Repealed- Ord. 3425 - 7/99)
17.40.040 Commercial Kitchen Hoods
17.40.045 Vent To,.minatio (Repealed)
17.40.050 Operating (Repealed)
17.40.060 Mak4enanee laspeefien(Repealed)
17.40.010 Adoption. There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain code
known as the 20A 007 California Mechanical Code, and the whole thereof, including
appendices A, B and C, except as hereinafter provided but excluding chapters 1, 13 and 14
thereof. Such code, and amendments thereto, is hereby adopted and incorporated,pursuant to
California Government Code §50022.2 et seq., and Health and Safety Code §18941.5, as fully as
though set forth at length herein, for the purpose of protecting public health and safety by
prescribing by minimum standards for the use, design and installation of heating, ventilating,
comfort-cooling equipment and refrigeration systems; by requiring a permit and inspection for
the installation, alteration and replacement of said equipment. From the date on which this
chapter takes effect,the provisions thereof shall be controlling within the corporate limits of the
City of Huntington Beach. (1938-10/74,2172-3/77,2431-7/80,2747-6185,2976-12/88,3022-12/89,3147-7/92,
3312-2/96,3425-7/99,3574-10/02)
17.40.020 Title. This chapter shall be known as the "Huntington Beach Mechanical Code," may
be cited as such, and will be referred to herein as "this code." (1408-5/68, 1628-2/71, 1938-10174,
2431-7/80,2747-6/85)
17.40.040 Commercial Kitchen hoods. §509.1 508.1 is hereby amended by adding the
following exception: (3574-10/02)
§509.1 508.1 Exception. A hood will not be required where the only warming appliance in the
establishment consists of an enclosed electric convection oven having a capability of reaching a
maximum temperature of 3500 F. The oven must be listed by an approved testing agency and
approved by the Orange County Health Department. (3147-7/92,3312-2/96,3425-7/99,3574-10/02)
47.40.045 Vent Ter-mifliffltieamended to read s fellows- (3674-!e/a2)
806.4 Type B er-BW. Type B or-BW gas venAsv4th listed vei#eaps twelve (12) inehes (305amn)
Type B gas vea�s sha4l tefminate aet less than twe (2) feet(610 fmn) abeve the highest pei
where they pass dffeugh the reef and a4 least two (2) fiae4(610 nmn)higher than any peftion
17 i 'n 050 ting nY vfixana+ §§1024 Thereby amended to read'As f'l
I'O VT(3&7444A)24§1024 Operating Pefmit. it shall be uMawful to operate abeiler-of pressure vessel iN4theu4 fir-s
ebtaini� a valid opefafing pefmit ffem the State of Gafife�a when required by the Galigan.-Iia
State Boiler-Safety Or-der . (3574-uA2)
Huntington Beach Municipal Code 17.44.010--17.44.035
LEGISLATIVE DRAFT
Chanter 17.44
PLUMBING CODE
(1409-5/68, 1630-2/71, 1937-10/74,2089-8/76,2282-5/78,2337-1179,2431-7180,2747-2/85,2976-12/88,3022-12/89,3147-7/92,
3309-12/95,3426-7/99,3575-10/02)
Sections:
17.44.010 Adoption
17.44.020 Title
17.44.025 Toilet facilities for workers
17.44.030 Vef4 To,..ti inatio (Repealed)
17.44.035 Materials
17.44.040 (Repealed- 3022-12/89)
17.44.050 (Repealed- 3022-12/89)
17.44.060 (Repealed- 3147-7/92)
17.44.070 (Repealed- 3147-7/92)
17.44.080 (Repealed- 3147-7/92)
17.44.090 (Repealed- 3022-12/89)
17.44.095 (Repealed)
17.44.100 (Repealed- 3309-12/95)
17.44.010 Adoption. There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain code
known as the N41 2007 California Plumbing Code, and the whole thereof, including
Appendices A, D, E and I except as hereafter provided, inel ding the s*,,.,,aards but excluding
Appendix d Chapter 1, entitled "Administration." Such code, and amendments thereto, is
hereby adopted and incorporated, pursuant to California Government Code § 50022.2 et seq., and
Health and Safety Code § 18941.5 as fully as though set forth at length herein for the purpose of
prescribing regulations governing the installation, alteration, repair and maintenance of plumbing
and drainage systems. From the date on which this chapter takes effect,the provisions of said code,
together with amendments thereto, shall be controlling within the corporate limits of the city of
Huntington Beach. (1937-10/74,2089-8/76,2431-7/80,2747-2/85,2976-12/88,3022-12/89,3147-7/92,3426-7/99)
17.44.020 Title. This chapter shall be known as the "Huntington Beach Plumbing Code," may be
cited as such, and will be referred to herein as "this code." (1409-5/68, 1630-2/71, 1937-10/74,2431-7/80,
2747-2/85,2976-12/88)
17.44.025 Toilet facilities for workers. §413.7 412.7 is hereby amended by adding the following:
§413.7 412.7 Toilet facilities for workers. Suitable toilet facilities shall be provided and maintained
in a sanitary condition for the use of workers during construction. Such toilet facilities shall be
located upon or within a reasonable distance of the lot,premises, or site upon which such work is
being done. In no case shall the line of travel to any toilet facility exceed 500 feet. (3147-7/92, 3575-
10/02)
17.44.030-717eiat Termin-affi2na. §51 3 is hereby amended to read s e i i o ,&.
§547.3T-ypeB. Type B gas vents with listed venl eaps twelve (42)inehes (305alm) in size e
smaller-shall be pefmi#ed to be tefmia4ed in aeeor-danee with Table 5 3,provided they are leea4ed
at least fouf(4) feet(2438 mm) ffem a veffieal wall or-similaf obstigietion. All other-Type B ga
veats sMl tefmina4e ffet less than two (2) feet(6 10 fffla) above the highest peia4 Nvher-e they pass
thfough the r-oof and a4 least two (2) feet (610 ffw:i) higher-than any peffien of a building NN4thin te
(10) fe�(3048 mm). (3575-10/02)
17.44.035 Materials. Subsection 701.1.2 §701, is hereby amended to read as follows: (3309-12/95,3575-
10/02)
§ 701.1.2-ABS and PVC DWV piping installations shall be installed in accordance with IS 5, IS 9
and Chapter 15 "Firestop Protection ". Except for individual
single family dwelling units, materials exposed within ducts or plenums shall have a flamespread
index of not more than 25 and a smoke-developed index of not moire than 50, when tested in
accordance with the Test for Surface—Burning Characteristics of the Building Materials (see the
Building Code standards based on ASTM-3E-84 and ANSUUL 723).
ABS and PVC DWV piping installations shall be limited to structures not more than two (2) stories
in height of Type III, IV, or V construction. (3147-7/92,3309-12/95,3426-7/99,3575-10/02)
17...44-095 installation of Gas Piping. § 12 1.10 is hereby }ended to Fead as fe11ewdb-4a,�2-,
>maehine applied,
LEGISLATIVE DRAFT
Chapter 17.48
ELECTRICAL CODE
(1520-9169, 1671-10/71, 1674-10/71, 1742-4/72, 1750-6/72, 1935-10/74,2173-4/77,2276-12/88,2431-7/80,2567-9/82,2787-9/85,
2976-12/88,3022-12/89,3115-6/91,3311-12/95,3428-7/99,3577-11/02,3719-8/05)
Sections:
17.48.010 Adoption
17.48.020 Title
17.48.030 (Repealed-Ord. 3428-7/99)
17.48.040 Made and other Electrodes
17.48.050 Ai4ieles342and344 intermediate Metal Gon"t ai-A Rigid Metal Good-Hit
(Repealed) (3719-08/05)
17.48.060 (Repealed)
17.48.080 (Repealed 2976-12/88)
17.48.090 (Repealed 2976-12/88)
17.48.100 (Repealed 2976-12/88)
17.48.010 Adoption. There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain code
known as the 2-004 2007 California Electrical Code , excepting Article
80 89 and except as hereafter provided. Such code is hereby adopted and incorporated pursuant
to Government Code § 50022.2 et seq. and Health and Safety Code §18941.5 for the purpose of
prescribing regulations governing the installation, alteration, repair and maintenance of all
electrical installations in the City of Huntington Beach, and repealing all ordinances and parts of
ordinances in conflict therewith. From the date on which this chapter takes effect,the provisions
of said code,together with amendments thereto, shall be controlling within the corporate limits
of the city of Huntington Beach. (1935-10/74,2431-7/80,2567-9/82,2787-9/85,2976-12/88,3022-12/89,3115-6/91,
3311-12/95,3428-7/99,3577-10/02,3719-8/05)
17.48.020 Title. This chapter shall be known as the "Huntington Beach Electrical Code," may
be cited as such, and will be referred to herein as "this code." (1935-10/74,2173-4/77,2431-7/80,2567-9/82,
2787-9/85)
17.48.040 Made and Other Electrodes. Section 250.52(3719-08/05)
250.52 (A) (5) Rod and pipe electrodes is amended to read as follows: (3719-08/05)
250.52 (A) (5) Rod and Pipe Electrodes: Rod electrodes shall not be less than 2.5m(8 ft.) in
length, and shall consist of the following materials: (3719-08/05)
a) Permanent rod electrodes shall be stainless steel. (3719-08/05)
b) Temporary rod electrodes for temporary construction power poles may be copper or
copper clad.(3719-08/05)
c) Stainless steel rods less than 15.87 mm (5/8 in.) in diameter and nonferrous rods shall be
listed and shall not be less than 13mm(1/2 in.) in diameter. (3719-08/05)
ever-lap, .7.,4le vffap of 10 mil listed tape to p ide a miniffmm 40 mil thiek„ess 9;4�
(P4 wo-s)
3 5 8.10 (B) Coffesive Pr-oteetion is hereby amended to read as fellows! p7iq o&,05)
Huntington Beach Municipal Code Chapter 1748 Page 1 of 2
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3 5 8.12 Uses Not Pefmitted is hereby amended to read as .Ts,-19-r�o,v57
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> > itMll be subjeet te sevefe physieal damage.
/7\ Where pr-oteete l f „., eeffosion solely by enamel.
is ,+ lease 18 in. (4 5 7 mmn) , , der-the fill.
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(5) For-the support of luminaries or-other equ4pmefA emeept een"4 bodies no lar-gef than the
largest tfade size of the tubin ,7+PN48/os)
(6) Wher-e pr-ae4ieable, dissimilar-metals in eefAaet affw-her-e in the system shall be avoided
eneleswes shall be pefmitted to be used Nk,�steel eleet+ieal fneWlie tubing where not.
(7) i .life + „+, +. r+b, +b,v oe—a . (3719 08/05)
Huntington Beach Municipal Code Chapter 1748 Page 2 of 2
Huntington Beach Municipal Code Ordinance No. 3791 17.02.010--17.02.030(§301.2.1[4])
LEGISLATIVE DRAFT
Chapter 17.02
Repealed
UNIFORM ADMINIST-RATIVF,00DE
(2431_7/49i 2747 7/45r 2763 6/45r 2976_1248,3022 /4 17nr 3147 7/97r 3304 17/95r 3421 7/99r n/n7 3672 \
Seetions-i.17.02.010 Adoption
17.0-21 0 Repealted -UPL'' 12,199
1 02 030 cee4ien301 Derma
1 02 040 Foos
1 7 02 050 Repealed 3304 12/9-
17.02.010 Adoptim. There is hereby adopted by the City Gouneil by Fefer-enee that eeftain eede
Building Offieia4s, being partieular-ly the 1997 edition ther-e4, and the whale thereof exeept as
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,
as fully as though set fefth at leiigfl;bevela,to serve as the administfative, or-gaiiizafie" a
paFts of or-ditianees in eeft-fliet her-ev4th. From the date on w-hieh this ehapter-takes effeet,the
ef said eede, tagethef��amendments thereto, shall be eefftfelikigM"m
/2431 7/40 0747.9/45 2076_10/44 3022 12189 4147 7/92
ended to read s-fellows!—,3�9;
has firstbeen ebtained fifem the building effi —,3�g;
§301.2 WeEk h*em1qf From Pefmii. A pew shell not be required-fefthe types-ef work in eaeh
§ 301.2.1 Building Pei:mits. A building peFmit shall net be rv"ir-ed for-the on -a 2�w
sheds,I. One story detaehed aeeesser-y buildings used as tee! and ster-age playhouses,
glasshouses, private
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4. Movable eases, eounters and paffitions not evef five feet aine 1 it /7p7G 17/G4 44pA 17/pC\
1042
17 G2 a4/1/R4R1 7 11C1\ _17 Q2 pop/A4p1 9 9M1\ Huntington Bearah MUAiGipal Code
6. Water tanks suppefted dir-ec4ly upon gfade if the eapaeity does not exeeed five thousand
(5000) gallons and the fafie of height te diameter-or-:,A4dth does not exeeed two to o
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wall hangings and similar-finish
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—Trp'^"^^ • motiontelevision a-a the 4or stage sots and •. o o y (33o4
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r-equifemeffts—
emefgeney egress dime jual to or-better than the oFigfiia4 pefmitted layei
—16. Residef4W drive ,. -
11 by 14 II
all be r re,, f r tb,e above exempted i4efns
7.
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]LEGISLATIVE DRAFT
Chapter 17.16
REPEALED
(914 7/62 2149 247 2362 749 247-1 2igl 2506 !W81)
c,etio
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i 7 i 6 010 Title
17.16.020 Findings and pwpose
1 i ti ncn Eio, e ffts ,.fgr-a ing
17.16.06 r-d gr-ades Assigmnents
— 17.16 0?01Iazar-l-gr-ades—PlaEemm of ,Tiiklkigs
17.16.'�Plan of aetion Ex4ensien ofttime
17.16.130 Repair-and stfength Fes Plans for-
i -i .i cn Demolition i; enova Plans i Pl f�
1 1 i 6n Charge of hazard grade
17.16.210 Efifer-eement of Board of Appeals or-de
17.16.220 jufisdietiefi ever-eases
i . .230 Affidavits—vacox
17.16.240 Violation and penalty
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(a) The eity of Huntington Beaeh is loeated in one of the potentially most aetive seismie areas.
result of the Southern Califomia earthquake E)f 1933.
Unfeitifor-eed masefffy buildkigs were mestly built using lime M014ar-v4thout r-einfer-eing
materials t�4ag var-ious building eemponents together-. Lime fnet4ar-deteriorates w4h time
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and weather-thereby losing its ability to bond masefffy units together-and to resist any type of
s4ess:
exits,hazards te tolerable ha,-ar-d levels. Nothing in this ehapter- shall pr-eelt*de or-affee4 the
assessment and aba4ement,pufsuaa�to existing laws, ef other-haza-r-ds whieh may involve
plumbing, eleetfieal,
plans,and ether-sueh eopAitions in existing
establish a priefity for-subsequea4 eoffeetion. Cfmding sha4i eensist of an evaluation based upon-
. 4ien of the building
available,ts
and a detailed
The anlysis shall be based insofar-as possible on the same pr-oeeEkffes and assumptions used ifi
seismie design of new bttildings > evaluation,
the seismie r-esistanee of the existing building to the seismie r-esistanee required of a new beildi
designed and eoas4iaeted under-the Huntington Beaeh Building Gode, and other-wise idea�iea4 tE-)--
the existing building insefff as >iise, eenfigufation,
stfuetufal system and materials of
r-atie, RS, defined as fellows.:
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Masofffy BHildings," prepar-edby the Building Offieial, and an file in the depaftffiea�of
de ,olo ...tser-viees. i2362 749)
C shall take into
aeeoupA the following elements:
(a) Stability of the wall system and vei4ieal fr- gl
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) Spee;.,1 1,.,.,.,,.ds ether-stfuet„«.,1 e rstruet,,,..,1
Assignment of a building to a par-tieular-hazard gr-ade shall be dL4efmined by the r-esi
C s ,1of;,,v,1 ;., tb.;S hapto, (2362 7479)
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hazafd gr-ades if the eapaeity of the building has been detefmined to be less than that r-equir-ed
��i-c'de 1 EXEeessrr v e hazard
Gfade M ipAeFmediate � f
C fn 2n or to
GT-ade 11 High hazard! these stmetwes having a resistive eapaeity mtie5 C greater-than 0.20
but not ,. v.,to,.than n cn
RS, greater-
than 0.50 btA not greater-than 0.75.
if an., f4 r „lts ; a r-esistive , ,.it.,ratio, C greater-than 0.75 o if a repair-
Building Gode, the beilding shall be deemed as having ne hazards and sha4l be so elassified.
(2362 7 9)
17.1 i-.��ediate hazar-d,. in addition to evaluation of the pfimafy stmet-wal systems, any
elassified as "high" er- " " hazard sha4l be tfeated as an " "
be abated @��@rzhe pi6 ccccr@S-eS�E�established h ara a �
(a) The hazard gr-ade in wliek their-beilding has been plaeed in aeeer-danee with see4ion 4 04�c+,
> Buildings,
adepted by the ..;t. eeuneil of the ..;t,. ,.f i7„v. ingto Beaeh, and ineer-per-ated in the
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stieh ex4ension of time as may have been gr-aa�ed in vffi4ing by the Building Offieial; or-if the
proposed plan of aetion, eonteffTlated repair-, or-some aefien other-than demolition and removal
has not been s4n+44ed and agreed"on by the Bt4lding OffieW within the time pefieds
gr-afAed, then the Bttilding OffieW sha4l apply in Nwiting to the Huntington Beaeh Board of
Appeals fer-an order-deelafifig the building to be .- r-a danger-eiis, and ordering the
eeftifieate of oeeupaney to be revoked, or-theA the building be demolished or-r-epair-ed in a mafffler-
satis&e4or-y to the Building Offieia4, all by a date eeftain. Said�witten applieation shall set feAh
repair-or-demolish ineleding,not bt4i limited to,the Alle
) The s+fuet„fors p .,+us
e;
this n1.apte
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Offieia(f) The date eeftain by whieh the building ffimus4 be r-epaired or-demolished, in the Building
opinion, in of-der-to keep the eafthquake hazard asseeiated i44th it at er-below the
A eopy of said�wittea appliealion sha4l be mailed by eet4ified United States mail to owners and
the Building Offieial files an applieation, a da4e and time for-a hearing before the Board of
Appeals sha4l be set by the Building Offieia4 in aeeor-danee wM the provisions of GhVter- 5 of
the Unifefm Code fer-the Aba�efnen4 of Dangerous Buildings, as adopted by the eity eetmeil and
Stieh hearing shall be held in aeeer-dmee�A4�the applieable pr-ovisions ef Chapter 6 of said
eel- 362 7i793
t'7 9 K 199 Al of Appeals is order-.
building's(a) in the event Vhe Beafd of A-ppea4s orders a building demolished immediately upen the
of said building within si�� days after fietiee to the ov,%er-of the r
building's
bear-dr
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Huntington Beach Municipal Code 17.20.010--17.20.060(e)
LEGISLATIVE DRAFT
Chapter 17.20
Repealed
seefiens:
17 7n n2n be�earccr— Tr 1e 1249
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1 7 7n 0Zn Ribbon.1riyewa
ys-
17 �n ntin Generetepaveme
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17 74 RepMed 3022 12 909
1—T� 80 Repea'ed 3025 3,190
1 7 �n non ep o 1 5 3 on
e sha4l apply to dfiveway design
egfess.
(e) VeAkak-fat+sitien shall pr-evefA eentaet of ear-under-eaffiage or-bumper-with stfffaee.
sha4lbe pFe-A.Eled. (924 1e162)
17 7fA 11211 1D:B.1. d. A..., ems,,�=S� D;b.l.,,,,, driveways ,be used aeear-danee, n+1+ th
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(a) Ribvens sh.-II be-eener-et , .
(v) i,iiiuiuuau
(e) Apr-en at-sit-feet sha4l be flar-ed and impr-eved fail width for-at least twelve (12) feet lefig4h,
ee.,.,,.aete.1 t pr-even, L,.,,..ti,f;,l .1;f'F« fA ,1 ettlo +�n
(v) i,e v auv " slab; (297-61248)
`vf Provide viuv vo ly ,
(u) Finished
!ol G.,,.er-e+o shall be kept moist for-a period of dffoo (3) days te ; �on�_�nian
�.•mac
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12/89
Huntington Beach Municipal Code 17.12.010--17.12.010
LEGISLATIVE DRAFT
Chapter 17.12
DANGEROUS BUILDINGS CODE
(1332-7/66, 1629-2/71, 1883-1/74,2149-2/77,2431-7/80,2747-2185,2976-12/88,3022-12/89,3147-7/92,3307-12/95,3424-7/99)
Sections'
17.12.010 Adoption
17.12.020 Repealed Ord 3307-12/95
17.12.030 Repealed Ord 3307-12/95
17.12.010 Adoption There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain code
known as the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, 1997 edition, and the
whole thereof, save and except such portions as are hereinafter deleted,modified, or amended,
for the purpose of providing a just, equitable and practicable method,to be ,.,,...,ulative and i
addition to aff other-remedy pr-evidedby the Ga4femia Building Code, 1998 edition, er-Unife
Housing Code, 1997 edifier, or otherwise available at law, whereby buildings or structures
which from any cause endanger the life, limb, health, morals, property, safety or welfare of the
general public or their occupants, may be required to be repaired, vacated or demolished;
providing penalties for the violation of such code, and repealing all ordinances and parts of
ordinances in conflict therewith, and the same is hereby adopted and incorporated as fully as
though set out at length herein, as provided by California Government Code § 50022.2 et seq.,
and Health and Safety Code §18941.5. From the date on which this chapter takes effect,the
provisions of said code together with amendments thereto shall be controlling within the
corporate limits of the city of Huntington Beach. (1332-7/66, 1629-2/71, 1883-1/74,2431-7/80,2747-2/85,
2976-12/88,3022-12/89,3147-7/92,3307-12/95,3424-7/99)
Huntington Beach Municipal Code 17.24.010-17.24.030(c)
LEGISLATIVE DRAFT
Chapter 17.24
SUN DECKS--WINDSCREENS
(1114-1/65,2216-10/77,2559-7/82,2975-12/88, 3022-12/89,3231-4/94)
Sections:
17.24.010 Construction
17.24.020 Railing
17.24.030 Windscreen
17.24.040 Repealed,Ord. 2216-10/77
17.24.050 Repealed, Ord.2216-10/77
17.24.060 Applicable to waterfront lots
17.24.070 Repealed, Ord.2337-1/79
17.24.080 Repealed, Ord.2337-1/79
17.24.010 Construction. Decks projecting beyond the bulkhead shall meet the following design
requirements: (2975-12/88,3022-12/89)
(a) Decks shall be designed to sustain a minimum live load of one hundred(100)pounds per
square foot.
(b) There shall be no moment connection between the deck and the bulkhead.
(c) Projecting decks shall be designed to sustain all dead loads plus the required live load within
the stresses permitted for the particular materials by the�California Building
Code. In no case shall the resultant load on the bulkhead, from dead loading, exceed seven-
hundred and fifty (750)pounds per lineal foot. In addition, a maximum equivalent uniform
live load of fifty (50)pounds per square foot is permitted. This live load shall be used to
account for all ancillary features incorporated into the deck/patio structure including but not
limited to overlayment, windscreens, and planters. (3022-12/89)
(d) Projecting decks are permitted along the bulkhead provided the total length of the deck along
the bulkhead does not exceed eighty (80%)percent of the length of the bulkhead abutting the
lot. (3022-12/89, 3231-4/94)
(e) The elevation of the top of the deck shall not be higher than the height of the slab of the
ground floor of the dwelling unit nor be more than eighteen(18) inches above the top of the
bulkhead, whichever is less. (1114-1/65,2216-10/77, 3022-12/89))
(f) All decks shall be in conformance with the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision
Ordinance Code. (3231-4/94)
17.24.020 Railing. Railing, not exceeding forty-two (42) inches in height and capable of
withstanding a horizontal force of twenty (20)pounds per lineal foot applied to the top of the
railing may be constructed completely surrounding the deck area. (1114-2/65,2216-10/77)
17.24.030 Windscreen. The windscreens may enclose the entire deck perimeter within the
following structural limitations:
(a) Windscreens may be supported horizontally by bracing to the main dwelling.
(b) The windscreen shall be designed to withstand a horizontal wind load of ten(10) pounds per
square foot.
(c) Except for necessary framing and overhead windbreaks, all portions of the windscreen above
the allowed forty-two (42)inch railing height shall be open or of clear glass or other
transparent material.
17.24.030(d)--17.24.060 Huntington Beach Municipal Code
(d) All glass sha4l eemp4y with the applieable provisions of Chapter-54 of the Hullting4ea B
Building
17.24.060 Applicable to waterfront Hots. This chapter shall apply only to lots designated as
waterfront lots, and decks projecting beyond the bulkhead line shall be limited to wharfage areas
assigned to said waterfront lots (1114-1/65,2559-7/82)
4/94
ATTACHMENT 3
THE COUNCIL DOES HEREBY EXPRESSLY FIND AND DETERMINE THAT
THE AMENDMENTS SET FORTH IN ORDINANCE NOS.
3789, 3790 and 3791 , AMENDING THE
FOLLOWING SECTIONS ARE REASONABLY NECESSARY BECAUSE OF
LOCAL CLIMATIC, GEOLOGICAL OR TOPOGRAPHIC CONDITIONS.
ORDINANCE NO. 3789 - CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE
• Appendix Chapter 1-All amendments are administrative in nature and not
subject to findings.
• Section 1910.1 —Amended to require minimum slab reinforcement and a vapor
barrier with 2" sand.
Finding - The amendment is reasonably necessary to address the following
geological conditions:
1. Much of the city is located in historical flood plain areas and is subject to
high ground water levels.
2. Many areas of the city contain soils that are expansive when subjected to
excessive moisture.
Providing a vapor barrier beneath on-grade concrete slab floors will minimize
water intrusion and the sand protects the barrier. Installation of minimum on-
grade concrete slab reinforcement acts to control excessive cracking.
• Section 901.1 - Amended Fire Protection System requirements to refer to
Chapter 17.56 (The Fire Code)
Finding - Refer to the Fire Code finding.
• Chapter 55 Methane Districts - Added to address construction on or near
former oil field sites.
Finding - The amendment is reasonably necessary to address the following
geological condition:
1. Many areas of the city contain currently operating or former oil fields that can
be conducive to the migration of subterranean methane gas deposits to the
surface.
Methane District Regulations reduce hazards presented from the accumulation of
methane gas by requiring appropriate testing and mitigation measures for all new
buildings located in the overlay district.
ORDINANCE NO. 3790 - 2007 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE
• Section 508.1 - Amended to delete commercial kitchen hoods for minor
warming appliances in food establishments.
This amendment is administrative in nature and not subject to findings.
ORDINANCE NO. 3790 - 2007 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE
• Section 412.7 - Amended to clarify allowable distance to toilet facilities on
construction sites.
This amendment is administrative in nature and not subject to findings.
• Section 701.1.2 - Amended to clarify where ABS and PVD drain, waste and
vent pipe can be used consistent with existing state law.
This amendment is administrative in nature and not subject to findings.
ORDINANCE NO. 3790 - 2007 CALIFORNIA ELECTRIC CODE
• Section 250-52 - Amended to limit ground rods to those suitable for corrosive
soils.
Finding - The amendment is reasonably necessary to address the following
geological conditions. Significant areas of Huntington Beach contain corrosive
soils. Ground rods must be electrically conductive so they cannot be wrapped or
otherwise protected from corrosion. Stainless steel ground rods will insure that
an acceptable grounding path will exist for the life of the building.
RCA ROUTING SHEET
INITIATING DEPARTMENT: Building &Safety
SUBJECT: Introduction of the 2007 California Building and Safety
Codes and Related Ordinances
COUNCIL MEETING DATE: November 5, 2007
RCA ATTACHMENTS STATUS
Ordinance (w/exhibits & legislative draft if applicable) Attached
Not Applicable ❑
Resolution (w/exhibits & legislative draft if applicable) Attached ❑
Not Applicable
Tract Map, Location Map and/or other Exhibits Attached ❑
Not Applicable ID
Contract/Agreement (w/exhibits if applicable) Attached ❑
(Signed in full by the City Attome ) Not Applicable
Subleases, Third Party Agreements, etc. Attached ❑
(Approved as to form by City Attome ) Not Applicable
Certificates of Insurance (Approved by the City Attomey) Attached ❑
Not Applicable
Fiscal Impact Statement (Unbudgeted, over$5,000) Attached ❑
Not Applicable
Bonds (If applicable) Attached
t No Applicable
Staff Report (If applicable) Attached
t Applicable No
Commission, Board or Committee Report (If applicable) Attached ❑
Not Applicable
Findings/Conditions for Approval and/or Denial Attached ❑
Not ARplicable
EXPLI AHATIOH FOR 6v�OS NG ATTACH�liv EHTS
REVIEWED RETURNED FOR1i� DED
Administrative Staff ( ) )
Deputy City Administrator (Initial) )
City Administrator Initial
City Clerk ( )
EXPLANATION FOR RETURN OF ITEM:
• • . •
RCA Author:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
ADOPTION OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA CONSTRUCTION CODES
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Monday, December 3, 2007 at 7:00 PM in the City Council
Chambers, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach,the City Council will hold a public hearing to
receive and consider the statements of all persons who wish to be heard relative to the application
described below:
Ordinance Nos. 3789, 3790, 3791
ADOPTION OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA CODES —an Ordinance of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Amending the Huntington Beach Municipal Code by
repealing Chapters 17.02, 17.16, and 17.20 and amending Chapters 17.04, 17.12, 17.24,17.40,
17.44, and 17.48 to adopt by reference the 2007 California Building, Plumbing, Mechanical and the
Electrical Codes and the whole thereof, save and except such portions that hereafter are modified,
amended or deleted by the proposed ordinances.
NOTICE IS FURTHER given that at least one copy of the California Building Code,
California Mechanical Code, California Plumbing Code, and the California Electrical Code are on
file in the Office of the City Clerk, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California, for inspection
by the public. A copy of the proposed ordinances are on file in the Office of the City Clerk, 2000
Main Street, Huntington Beach, California, for inspection by the public.
ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said hearing and express
opinions or submit evidence for or against the proposed ordinances. If there are any further
questions, please call the Building and Safety Department at 714/536-5455 and refer to the above
item. Direct your written communications to the City Clerk.
Joan Flynn, City Clerk
City of Huntington Beach
2000 Main Street, 2nd Floor
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
714/536-5227
G:Bui1ding\Codes\Lg1Notc
Huntington Beach Independent has been adjudged a newspaper of general
circulation in Huntington Beach and Orange County by Decree of the Superior
Court of Orange County,State of California,under date of Aug. 24, 1994,case
A50479.
PROOF OF �NOTitEOFPUBIICNEARING
IBEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL.OF,
PUBLICATION THE CITY '
OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
ADOPTION OF THE
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
CONSSTATE OF CALIFORNIA ) - TICE I HEREBY GIV-
EN IS HEREBY GIV-
EN that on.Monday, De-
SS. cember 3,,.2007 at 7:00
PM•'in the City Council
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) Chambers; 2ntingtMain
Street, Huntington
I Beach,.the City Council
will hold a public,hearing
am the Citizen of the United States and a o receive and consider
the statements of all.
resident of the County aforesaid; I am over persons who wish to be,
heard relative to.-the ap-
the age of eighteen years, and not a party pli6tlon described'.be-
low'.
to or interested in the below entitled matter. ordinance Nos. 3789,
3790,3791
1 am a principal clerk of the HUNTINGTON ADOPTION of THE
BEACH INDEPENDENT, a newspaper of CODES-en Ordinance of
the City Council of the
general circulation, printed and published in City of Huntington Beach.
Amending the Hunting-
the City of Huntington Beach, County of f'on Beach Municipal
Orange, State of California, and the cede by repealing Chap
ter§ 17.02, 17:16; and
17.20 and . amending
attached Notice is aarue and complete copy Chapters 17.04,, 17.12,
17.24,17.40, 17.44, and
as was printed and published on the 1,7.48'to adopt by refer-
ence the 2007 California
following date(s): Building,. Plumbing, Me-
chanical and the Electri-
cal Codes and the whole
thereof,save and except
such portions that here-
after are modified;
amended or deleted by
the ',proposed ordi-
nances.' '
!'NOTICE IS FURTHER giv-
NOVEMBER 1 5, 2 2, 2 0 0 7 en that at least one copy'
of the California Building
Code, California' Me
chanical Code, California
Plumbing Code, and the
California Electrical Code
are on file in the Office
of the City Clerk, 2000
Main.Street, Huntington.
Beach, California, for in-
spection by the public.A
copy of the proposed
ordinances are on file in
i declare, under penalty ofperjury, that the the Office Main Street,
of the city
p Y Huntington Beach, Cali-
foregoing is true and correct. fornia, for inspection by
the public.
ALL INTERESTED PER-
SONS are invited to at-
tend said hearing and
express.-opinions or sub-
Executed on NOVEMBER 22, 2007 mit. evidence for or
against the proposed or
at Huntington Beach, California any fur If there
.any further';questions,
please call.the Building
and Safety 'Department
at 714/536-5455 and re
fer to,the above.item.
/® Direct your written com
((( l Clerk. tions.to the City
.-. �Clerk.
Signature Joan,Flynn,City Clerk
City of Huntington Beach
2000,Main Street,
2nd Floor .
Huntington Beach,CA
92648
714/536-5227
Published Huntington
Beach Independent No-
vember 15, 22, 2007
113-989,
Huntington Beach Independent has been adjudged a newspaper of general CITY OF
circulation in Huntington Beach and Orange County by Decree of the Superior HUNTINGTONBEA�II
Court of Orange County,State of California,under date of Aug. 24, 1994,case I LEGAL NOTICE ".
A50479. ORDINANCE NO.3790
Ad*W.469 City t=dI
on DECEMBER 3,2607 .j
PROOF OF "AN
CIT ORDINANCE IN THE,
.CITY OF HUNTINGTON
j BEACH AMENDING HUN=
UBLICATION TINGTON BEACH R
NICIQAL'CODE CHAPTER
17.40 - HUNTINGTON
BEACH MECHANICAL
CODE, CHAPTER 17.44
i HUNTINGTON BEACH
STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) PLUMBING CODE, .AND
CHAPTER 17.48 - HUNG
TINGTON BEACH ELEC'
TRICAL CODE" '
y� �T ) SS. SYNOPSIS:
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) CONSTRUCTION CODES
THAT REGULATE ..THE
HEALTH AND SAFETY OF,
THE STRUCTURES IN
�+ TO KEOUR CITY ARE "PUB;
I am the Citizen of the United States and a EVERY 3 YEARS
TO KEEP UP WITH THE
resident of the County aforesaid; I am over CURRENT DESIGN TECH
� NOLOGY AND CON-
the age of eighteen years, and not a art CON-
STRUCTION
CA
MATERIALS
party LIFORNIA
BUILDING STANDARDS
to or interested in the below entitled matter. COMMISSION IS
CHARGED II
am a principal clerk of the HUNTINGTON PROVING AND PUBLISH-
BEACH INDEPENDENT, a news paper of LNG THE STATE CODES
p p UNDER TITLE 24. THE
eneral circulation, rinted and ublished in EDITIONS L THE
g p � C CALLALIFORNIA 'BUILDING;
the City of Huntington Beach, County of PLUMBING AND- L C-
Orange, State of California, and the PUBLISHED ONSJUL'YR,1
attached Notice is a true and complete copy WITH IN ON 1 ANCES
WITH SECTION 18941'.5j
OF THE=STATE HEALTH;
as was printed and published on the AND SAFETY CODE, THE`
following date(s): CITY IS 'MANDATED TO!
ENFORCE THE CODES;
STARTING ON JANUARY'
1,2008.
'OFFICIAL ADOPTION OF
THE CODES BY REFER-
ENCE ALLOWS THE CITY1
OF HUNTINGTON'BEACHI
TO AMEND THE CODES'
FOR, "SPECIAL CONDI-'
TIONS_ AND HAZARDS,
DECEMBER 1 3 r 2 0 0 7 THAT DO NOT EXIST,IN
ALL JURISDICTIONS.THE
SPECIFIC FINDINGS ARE
ALSO REQUIRED TO BE!
ADOPTED. SINCE THE
STATE.REQUIRES THAT,
WE JUSTIFY THAT THE'
AMENDMENTS ARE REA
SONABLY NECESSARY
BECAUSE OF LOCAL CLI-I
MATIC, GEOLOGICAL OR.
TOPOGRAPHIC,CONDI-1
TIONS. IF THE CODES'
ARE NOT ADOPTED,;
I declare, under penalty of perjury, that the THEY WILL BE COME
LAW BY DEFAULT WITH'
foregoing Is true and correct. OUT AMENDMENTS.
PASSED, AND ADOPTED,
by the'City Council of
the City,of.Huntington
Beach at'!"a 'regular
meeting held December
Executed on DECEMBER ? 3, 2007 3,2007 byAhe following
roll call vote:.
at Huntington Beach, California AYES: Hansen, Hardy,
.Bohr, Cook, ',Coerper,
Green',Carchio
NOES:None ..
ABSTAIN:None' '
ABSENT:None
t, THE FULL TEXT OF THE
ORDINANCE IS AVAIL-'
S1 nature ABLE IN THE CITYI
g CLERK'S OFFICE.
This ordinance is effec-1
tive. 30 days after)
adoption. I
CITY OF
HUNTINGTON BEACH
2000 MAIN STREET
HUNTINGTON BEACH,
CA 92648
14-536L5227
JOAN L.FLYNN,
CITY CLERK"
_Published Huntington
Beach Independent De
cember 13, 2007 122-
197 — _1
Huntington Beach Independent has been adjudged a newspaper of general I
circulation in Huntington Beach and Orange County by Decree of the Superior CITY Of.
Court of Orange County,State of California,under date of Aug. 24, 1994,case HUNTINGTON BEACH
A50479. LEGAL NOTICE
ORDINANCE NO.3791
Adopted by the City.Council, 1
PR
®®F OF "AN
DECEMBER 3,2007
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE
PUBLICATION CITY OFHUNTINGTONENDIG -
1 1'� BEACH AMENDING VAR- ;
IOUS CHAPTERS OF TI-
TLE 17 'OF THE HUN-
TINGTON BEACH' M
MUNICIPAL CODE RE-
STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) L A T.I N G TO C O N
STRUCTION AND �
STRUCTURES"
SYNOPSIS:
7 ) SS. CONSTRUCTION CODES
CO
RJNT� ®F ORANGE ) THAT REGULATE ,THE
HEALTH AND SAE
THE: STRUCTURRESS IN IN
OUR CITY ARE PUB-
LISHED EVERY 3 YEARS
I am the Citizen of the United States and a CU KEEP UP WITH THE
- CURRENT DESIGN TECH-
resident of the County aforesaid; I am over N LOG RUCTI AND CON-
ON MATERIALS.
the age of eighteen ears, and not a art THE CALIFORNIA
g g Y party BUILDING STANDARDS'
to or interested in the below entitled matter. COMMISSI N r AP-
I AP
I am a principal clerk of the HUNTINGTON GHE STEOOsN T ATCD
TITLE 24. THE
BEACH INDEPENDENT, a newspaper of 12007E EDITIONS OF THE,
CALIFORNIA BUILDING,
general circulation, printed and published in M E C H A N I C A L ,I
PLUMBING AND ELEC-
the City of Huntington Beach, County of TRICAL CODES WERE'
Orange State of California and the PUBLISHED CC JULY 1;,
, 2007. IN, ACCORDANCE
WITH SECTION 18941.5'
attached Notice is a true and complete copy _OF THE STATE HEALTH'
AND SAFETY CODE, THE)
as was printed and published on the CITY IS MANDATED TO
EFO . CODES
following date(s). _ I STARTING ONEJANUARY
1,2008. I
OFFICIAL ADOPTION OF
THE CODES BY REFER
ENCE ALLOWS THE'CITY,
OF HUNTINGTON BEACH.
TO AMEND THE CODES
FOR SPECIAL CONDI-',
TIONS AND HAZARDS,
THAT DO- NOT EXIST IN
DECEMBER 1 3, 2 O O 7 ALL JURISDICTIONS.THE
SPECIFIC FINDINGS ARE
ALSO REQUIRED.TO,BE
ADOPTED SINCE_ THE
STATE'REQUIRES THAT;
WE JUSTIFY;THAT THE
AMENDMENTS ARE READ
SONABLY NECESSARY
BECAUSE OF LOCAL CLI-
MATIC,,GEOLOGICAL OR
TOPOGRAPHIC CONDI-;
TIONS. IF THE CODES
ARE NOT ADOPTED,'
THEY WILL BE COME
declare, under penalty of perjury, that the CAW BY DEFAULT.WITH-
OUT �
foregoing is true and correct. PASSED AMENDMENTS.
PASSED.AND ADOPTED
by,the City' Council of
the City oU Huntington
Beach at a regular meet-
ing held, December, 3,:
2007 by the following
Executed on DECEMBER 1 3, 2 O O 7 roll call vote;
at Huntington Beach, California AYES, Hansen, •Hardy,
Bohr, Cook, Coerper,
Green,Carchio.
NOES:None
j ABSTAIN:None
ABSENT:None'
THE.FULL TEXT.OF THE
i ABLEN AN IN THE CE IS AVAIL-
CITY
CLERK'S OFFICE. '
Signature. . This ordinance is effec
five 30. days after i
adoption.
CITY•.OF`
HUN71NGTON BEACH.
2000 MAIN STREET, .
HUNTINGTON BEACH,'
CA 92648
714-536-5227: _
JOAN.L.FLYNN,
CITY'CLERK
Published 'Huntington j
Beach Independent "De- i
cember 13, 2007 122
198
I
Council/Agency Meeting Held: D
Deferred/Continued to: PT7A /a Z D 7-
App oved ❑ Conditionally Approved ❑ Denied eSeZ6:706ty (ALikshignaturtj
Council Meeting Date: 12/3/2007 Department ID Number: BD2007-6
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL. ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL M R
SUBMITTED BY: PENELOPE CULBRETH-GRAFT, CITY ADM NI TRA R
PREPARED BY: ROSS CRANMER, DIRECTOR OF BUILDING & SAFETY
SUBJECT: Adoption of the 2007 California Building and Safety Codes and Related
Ordinances
Statement of Issue,Funding Source,Recommended Action,Alternative Action(s),Analysis,Environmental Status,Attachment(s)
Statement of Issue: The 2007 construction codes that regulate the health and safety of the
structures in our community were adopted by the State of California on July 1, 2007. State
law mandates that these codes be enforced starting January 1, 2008. In order to amend the
codes to meet our local conditions we are required to officially adopt the codes. Companion
codes and ordinances used for the administration of the codes are also included.
Funding Source: Not applicable
Recommended Action: Motion to:
1. Approve Adoption of Ordinance No. 3789 , "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 17.04 OF THE HUNTINGTON
BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TITLED THE HUNTINGTON BEACH BUILDING CODE"
WITH FINDINGS.
2. Approve Adoption of Ordinance No. 3790 , "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE
CHAPTER 17.40 (MECHANICAL CODE), CHAPTER 17.44 (HUNTINGTON BEACH
PLUMBING CODE) AND CHAPTER 17.48 (HUNTINGTON BEACH ELECTRICAL
CODE)"WITH FINDINGS.
3. Approve Adoption of Ordinance No. 3791 , "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGON BEACH AMENDING VARIOUS CHAPTERS OF TITLE 17 OF THE
HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO CONSTRUCTION AND
STRUCTURES "
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
MEETING DATE: 12/3/2007 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: BD2007-6
Alternative Action(s): The City Council may make the following alternative motion(s):
1. Do not adopt the adoption; however that would result in the State Codes becoming
law by default without local amendments.
2. "Continue the item and direct staff accordingly."
Analyses:
Construction codes that regulate the health and safety of the structures in our city are
published every 3 years to keep up with current design technology and construction
materials. The California Building Standards Commission is charged with approving and
publishing the State Codes under Title 24. The 2007 editions of the California Building,
Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical Codes were published on July 1, 2007. In accordance
with Section 18941.5 of the State Health and Safety Code, the City is mandated to enforce
the Codes starting on January 1, 2008.
Official adoption of the Codes by reference allows the City of Huntington Beach to amend the
Codes for special conditions and hazards that do not exist in all jurisdictions. The specific
findings are also required to be adopted since the State requires that we justify that the
amendments are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographic
conditions. If the codes are not adopted, they will become law by default without
amendments.
Two companion codes, the Dangerous Buildings Code and the Sun Decks-Windscreens
Code, are included since they have very minor modifications that reflect the adoption of the
2007 Construction Codes.
Several Chapters are proposed to be repealed due to a number of reasons. First, Chapter
17.02, Uniform Administrative Code, is now in the body of the California Building Code and
is no longer needed. Chapter 17.16, Earthquake Hazard Regulations, is no longer needed
since all the unreinforced masonry buildings left in our City have been reinforced. Lastly,
Chapter 17.20, Driveways and Parking Areas is an old standard that is no longer used.
-2- 10/15/2007 9:19 AM
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
MEETING DATE: 12/3/2007 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: BD2007-6
Strategic Plan Goal:
Goal L-5: Improve the efficiency of the development review process.
Environmental Status:
Not applicable
Attachment(s):
City 0,10411$�
1. Ordinances
2. Legislative Drafts
3. Findings of fact for code amendments
4. Power Point
-3- 11/15/2007 3:43 PM
ATTACHMENT 1
ORDINANCE NO. 3789
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
AMENDING CHAPTER 17.04 OF THE. HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL
CODE TITLED THE HUNTINGTON BEACH BUILDING CODE
The City Council of the City of Huntington Beach does hereby ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. Various sections of the Huntington Beach Building Code are hereby
amended, added and deleted as follows:
SECTION 2. Section 17.04.020 is amended to read as follows:
17.04.020 Adoption. There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain code
known as the 2007 California Building Code, and the whole thereof, including Appendix
Chapter 1 entitled, "Administration" and Appendix I entitled, 'Patio Covers," save and except
those portions as are hereafter modified or amended. Such code, and amendments thereto, are
hereby adopted and incorporated, pursuant to California Government Code §50022.2 et seq., and
Health and Safety Code §18941.5, as fully as though set forth at length herein, for the purpose of
regulating and administering the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving,
removal, conversion, demolition, occupancy, equipment, use, height, area, and maintenance of
buildings or structures in the City of Huntington Beach, and repealing all ordinances and parts of
ordinances in conflict herewith. From the date on which this chapter takes effect the provisions
of such code, together with amendments thereto shall be controlling within the corporate limits
of the City of Huntington Beach. (375-8/34, 530-5/48, 592-12152, 869-9/61, 1064-7/64, 1139-5165, 1331-7167
1626-2/71,2027-1176,2431-7180,2747-2/85,2976-12/88,3022-12/89, 3147-7/92,3305-12/95,3422-7/99,3573-10/02)
SECTION 3. Section 17.04.031 is hereby added, said section to read as follows:
17.04.031 C13C Appendix Chapter 1, §101.2 Scope, amended. The provisions of this code shall
apply to the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment,
use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure
or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures.
SECTION 4. Section 17.04.032 is hereby added, said section to read as follows:
17.04.032 CBC Appendix Chapter 1 §105.2 Work exempt from permit, amended. Exemptions
from 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 other laws or ordinances
of this jurisdiction. Permits shall not be required for the following:
Building:
1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds,
playhouses, pagodas, gazebos and similar uses, provided the floor area does not
exceed 120 square feet.
07-1230/14591 1
Ordinance No.3789
2. Fences not over 42 inches high or architectural features not exceeding 6 feet in
height and not within required zoning setbacks.
3. Oil derricks and tanks.
4. Retaining walls which do not support over 2 feet of earth measured from the
bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge or
impounding Class I, 11 or IIIA liquids.
5. Water tanks supported directly on grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000
gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed 2:1.
6. Sidewalks, platforms, decks and driveways not more than 30 inches above
adjacent grade, and not over any basement or story below and not part of an
accessible route.
7. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops and similar finish
work.
8. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery.
9. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes, not
including service systems.
10. Swings, other playground equipment and similar type recreational structures.
11. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall that do not project more than 54
inches from the exterior wall and do not require additional support in Group R-3
and U occupancies.
12. Nonfixed and movable fixtures, cases, racks, counters and partitions not over 5
feet 9 inches in height.
13. Flag poles, light poles and TV dishes in connection with a Group R, Division 3
occupancy and not exceeding 15 feet in height.
14 Re-roofing an area smaller than 100 square feet while satisfying all applicable
application requirements.
15. Replacement doors and windows when the waterproofing membrane is not altered
and emergency egress dimensions are equal to or better than the original
permitted layout.
16. New roof penetrations less than 14" by 14" when no framing modifications or
additions are required.
Unless otherwise provided by this code, separate plumbing, electrical and mechanical permits
will be required for the above-exempted items.
Electrical:
I. Repairs and maintenance: Minor repair work, including the replacement of lamps
or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved
permanently installed receptacles.
2. Radio and television transmitting stations: The provision of this code shall not
apply to electrical equipment used for radio and television transmissions, but do
apply to equipment and wiring for a power supply and the installations of towers
and antennas.
07-1230/14591 2
Ord. No. 3789
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss:
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH )
I, JOAN L. FLYNN,the duly elected,qualified City Clerk of the City of
Huntington Beach, and ex-officio Clerk of the City Council of said City,do hereby
certify that the whole number of members of the City Council of the City of Huntington
Beach is seven; that the foregoing ordinance was read to said City Council at a regular
meeting thereof held on November 5, 2007, and was again read to said City Council at a
regular meeting thereof held on December 3,2007, and was passed and adopted by the
affirmative vote of at least a majority of all the members of said City Council.
AYES: Hansen, Hardy, Bohr, Cook, Coerper, Green, Carchio
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
I,Joan L.Flynn,CITY CLERK of the City of Huntington
Beach and ex-officio Clerk of the City Council,do hereby
certify that a synopsis of this ordinance has been
published in the Huntington Beach Fountain Valley
Independent on December 13,2007.
In accordance with the City Charter of said City
rF—
Joan L. Flynn,City Clerk CY Clerk and ex-officio erk
Deputy City Clerk of the City Council of the City
of Huntington Beach, California
ORDINANCE NO. 3790
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
AMENDING HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE
CHAPTER 17.40 —HUNTINGTON BEACH MECHANICAL CODE,
CHAPTER 17.44—HUNTINGTON BEACH PLUMBING CODE, AND
CHAPTER 17.48 —HUNTINGTON BEACH ELECTRICAL CODE
The City Council of the City of Huntington Beach does hereby ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. Sections 17.40.010 and 17.40.040 of Huntington Beach Municipal
Code Chapter 17.40, entitled Huntington Beach Mechanical Code, are hereby amended to
read as follows:
17.40.010 Adoption. There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain
code known as the 2007 California Mechanical Code, and the whole thereof, including
appendices A, B and C, except as hereinafter provided but excluding chapters 1, 13 and 14
thereof Such code, and amendments thereto, is hereby adopted and incorporated, pursuant to
California Government Code §50022.2 et seq., and Health and Safety Code §18941.5, as fully
as though set forth at length herein, for the purpose of protecting public health and safety by
prescribing by minimum standards for the use, design and installation of heating, ventilating,
comfort-cooling equipment and refrigeration systems; by requiring a permit and inspection for
the installation, alteration and replacement of said equipment. From the date on which this
chapter takes effect, the provisions thereof shall be controlling within the corporate limits of
the City of Huntington Beach. (1938-10/74, 2172-3/77, 2431-7/80, 2747-6/85, 2976-12/88, 3022-12/89, 3147-7/92,
3312-2/96, 3425-7/99,3574-10102)
17.40.040 Commercial Kitchen Hoods. §508.1 is hereby amended by adding the following
exception: (3574-10/02)
§508.1 Exception. A hood will not be required where the only warming appliance in the
establishment consists of an enctosed electric convection oven having a capability of reaching
a maximum temperature of 350 F. The oven must be listed by an approved testing agency
and approved by the Orange County Health Department. (3147-7/92,3312-2/96,3425-7/99,3574-10/02)
SECTION 2. Sections 17.40.045, 17.40.050 and 17.40.060 of Huntington Beach
Municipal Code Chapter 17.40, entitled Huntington Beach Mechanical Code, are hereby
deleted.
SECTION 3. Sections 17.44.010, 17.44.025 and 17.44.035 of Huntington Beach
Municipal Code Chapter 17.44, entitled Huntington Beach Plumbing Code, are hereby
amended to read as follows:
17.44.010 Adoption. There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain
code known as the 2007 California Plumbing Code, and the whole thereof, including
Appendices A, D, E and 1, except as hereafter provided, but excluding Chapter 1, entitled
"Administration." Such code, and amendments thereto, is hereby adopted and incorporated,
pursuant to California Government Code § 50022.2 et seq., and Health and Safety Code §
18941.5 as fully as though set forth at length herein for the purpose of prescribing regulations
governing the installation, alteration, repair and maintenance of plumbing and drainage
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systems. From the date on which this chapter takes effect, the provisions of said code,
together with amendments thereto, shall be controlling within the corporate limits of the city
of Huntington Beach. (1937-10/74,2089-8/76,2431-7/80,2747-2/85,2976-12/88,3022-12/89,3147-7/92,3426-7/99)
17.44.025 Toilet facilities for workers. §412.7 is hereby amended by adding the following:
§412.7 Toilet facilities for workers. Suitable toilet facilities shall be provided and maintained
in a sanitary condition for the use of workers during construction. Such toilet facilities shall
be located upon or within a reasonable distance of the lot, premises, or site upon which such
work is being done. In no case shall the line of travel to any toilet facility exceed 500 feet.
(3147-7/92,3575-10/02)
17.44.035 Materials. Subsection 701.1.2 §701, is hereby amended to read as follows:
(3309-12195,3575-10/02)
§ 701.1.2-ABS and PVC DWV piping installations shall be installed in accordance with IS 5,
IS 9 and Chapter 15 "Firestop Protection.." Except for individual single family dwelling units,
materials exposed within ducts or plenums shall have a flamespread index of not more than 25
and a smoke-developed index of not moire than 50, when tested in
accordance with the Test for Surface — Burning Characteristics of the Building Materials (see
the Building Code standards based on ASTM E-84 and ANSI/UL 723).
ABS and PVC DWV piping installations shall be limited to structures not more than two (2)
stories in height of Type 11I, IV, or V construction. (3147-7/92,3309-12/95, 3426-7/99,3575-10/02)
SECTION 4. Sections 17.44.030 and 17.44.095 of Huntington Beach Municipal
Code Chapter 17.44, entitled Huntington Beach Plumbing Code, are hereby deleted.
SECTION 5. Section 17.48.010 of Huntington Beach Municipal Code Chapter 17.48,
entitled Huntington Beach Electrical Code, is hereby amended to read as follows:
17.48.010 Adoption. There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain
code known as the 2007 California Electrical Code excepting Article 89 and except as
hereafter provided. Such code is hereby adopted and incorporated pursuant to Government
Code § 50022.2 et seq. and Health and Safety Code §18941.5 for the purpose of prescribing
regulations governing the installation, alteration, repair and maintenance of all electrical
installations in the City of Huntington Beach, and repealing all ordinances and parts of
ordinances in conflict therewith. From the date on which this chapter takes effect, the
provisions of said code, together with amendments thereto, shall be controlling within the
corporate limits of the city of Huntington Beach. (1935-10/74, 2431-7/80,2567-9182,2787-9/85,2976-12/88,
3022-12/89,3115-6/91,3311-12/95,3428-7/99,3577-10/02,3719-8/05)
SECTION 6. Sections 17.48.050 and 17.48.060 of Huntington Beach Municipal
Code Chapter 17.48, entitled Huntington Beach Electrical Code, are hereby deleted.
SECTION 7. This ordinance shall become effective 30 days after its adoption.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach at a
regular meeting thereof held on the 3rd day of December , 2007.
4
Mayo
ATTEST: INITIATED AND APPROVED:
PAO"M) 0�, J-jv!��4
C
City Clerk Director of Building and Safety
REVIE ND APPROVED: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
City Administrator City ttorney I0.'Li-P.t7�'
tat -d1
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Ord. No. 3790
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss:
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH )
I, JOAN L. FLYNN, the duly elected, qualified City Clerk of the City of
Huntington Beach, and ex-officio Clerk of the City Council of said City, do hereby
certify that the whole number of members of the City Council of the City of Huntington
Beach is seven; that the foregoing ordinance was read to said City Council at a regular
meeting thereof held on November 5, 2007, and was again read to said City Council at a
regular meeting thereof held on December 3,2007, and was passed and adopted by the
affirmative vote of at least a majority of all the members of said City Council.
AYES: Hansen, Hardy, Bohr, Cook, Coerper, Green, Carchio
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
I,Joan L.Flynn,CITY CLERK of the City of Huntington
Beach and ex-officio Clerk of the City Council,do hereby
certify that a synopsis of this ordinance has been
published in the Huntington Beach Fountain Valley
Independent on December 13,2007.
In accordance with the City Charter of said City
Joan L. Flynn,City Clerk C Clerk and ex-officio Vlerk
Deputy City Clerk of the City Council of the City
of Huntington Beach, California
ORDINANCE NO. 3791
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
AMENDING VARIOUS CHAPTERS OF TITLE 17 OF THE HUNTINGTON BEACH
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO CONSTRUCTION AND STRUCTURES
The City Council of the City of Huntington Beach does hereby ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. The following Chapters of Title 17 of the Huntington Beach Municipal
Code are hereby deleted in their entirety:
Chapter 17.02 Uniform Administrative Code
Chapter 17.16 Earthquake Hazard Regulations
Chapter 17.20 Driveways and Parking Areas
SECTION 2. Section 17.12.010 of the Huntington Beach Dangerous Buildings Code
is hereby amended to read as follows:
17.12.010 Adoption There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain
code known as the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, 1997 edition,
and the whole thereof, save and except such portions as are hereinafter deleted, modified, or
amended, for the purpose of providing a just, equitable and practicable method, or otherwise
available at law, whereby buildings or structures which from any cause endanger the life,
limb, health, morals, property, safety or welfare of the general public or their occupants, may
be required to be repaired, vacated or demolished; providing penalties for the violation of
such code, and repealing all ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict therewith, and the
same is hereby adopted and incorporated as fully as though set out at length herein, as
provided by California Government Code § 50022.2 et seq., and Health and Safety Code
§18941.5. From the date on which this chapter takes effect, the provisions of said code
together with amendments thereto shall be controlling within the corporate limits of the city
of Huntington Beach. (1332-7/66, 1629-2/71, 1883-1/74, 2431-7/80, 2747-2/85, 2976-12188, 3022-12/89, 3147-7/92,
3307-12/95,3424-7/99)
SECTION 3. Section 17.24.010 of Chapter 17.24 Sun Decks-Windscreens is hereby
amended to read as follows:
17.24.010 Construction. Decks projecting beyond the bulkhead shall meet the following
design requirements: (2975-12/88, 3022-12189)
(a) Decks shall be designed to sustain a minimum live load of one hundred (100) pounds per
square foot.
(b) There shall be no moment connection between the deck and the bulkhead.
(c) Projecting decks shall be designed to sustain all dead loads plus the required live load
within the stresses permitted for the particular materials by the California Building Code.
In no case shall the resultant load on the bulkhead, from dead loading, exceed seven-
hundred and fifty (750) pounds per lineal foot. In addition, a maximum equivalent
uniform live load of fifty (50) pounds per square foot is permitted. This live load shall be
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used to account for all ancillary features incorporated into the deck/patio structure
including but not limited to overlayment, windscreens, and planters. (3022-12189)
(d) Projecting decks are permitted along the bulkhead provided the total length of the deck
along the bulkhead does not exceed eighty (80%) percent of the length of the bulkhead
abutting the lot. (3022-12/89, 3231-4/94)
(e) The elevation of the top of the deck shall not be higher than the height of the slab of the
ground floor of the dwelling unit nor be more than eighteen (18) inches above the top of
the bulkhead, whichever is less. (1114-1/65, 2216-10/77, 3022-12/89))
(f) All decks shall be in conformance with the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision
Ordinance Code. (3231-4/94)
SECTION 4. Subsection (d) of Section 17.24.030 of Chapter 17.24 Sun Decks-
Windscreens is hereby deleted.
SECTION S. This ordinance shall become effective 30 days after its adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach at a
regular meeting thereof held on the 3rd day of December , 2007.
Mayor
ATTEST: INITIATED AND APPROVED:
City Clerk Director of Building and Safety
RE?City
WED AND APPROVED: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
PCX)( Ov—� 101 IJU7
Ad nistrator City Attorney T� 101 12 O7
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Ord. No. 3791
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss:
CITY OF HUN TINGTON BEACH )
1, JOAN L. FLYNN, the duly elected, qualified City Clerk of the City of
Huntington Beach, and ex-officio Clerk of the City Council of said City, do hereby
certify that the whole number of members of the City Council of the City of Huntington
Beach is seven; that the foregoing ordinance was read to said City Council at a regular
meeting thereof held on November 5,2007 and was again read to said City Council at a
regular meeting thereof held on December 3,2007, and was passed and adopted by the
affirmative vote of at least a majority of all the members of said City Council.
AXES: Hansen, Hardy, Bohr, Cook, Coerper, Green, Carchio
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
I,Joan L.Flynn,CITY CLERK of the City of Huntington
Beach and ex-officio Clerk of the City Council,do hereby
certify that a synopsis of this ordinance has been
published in the Huntington Beach Fountain Valley
Independent on December 13,2007.
In accordance with the City Charter of said City
Joan L. Flynn,City Clerk CVy Clerk and ex-officio Vlerk
Deputy City Clerk of the City Council of the City
of Huntington Beach, California
A TTACHMENT 2
ORDINANCE NO.
LEGISLATIVE DRAFT
Chapter 17.04
BUILDING CODE
(375-8134,530-5/48,592-12/52,869-9/61, 1064-7/64,1139-5/65, 1331-7167,1626-2/71, 1935-11/74,2027-1/76,2431-7/80,
2747-2/85,2787-9/85,2875-11/86,2976-12/88,Urg.Ord.3006-6/89,3004-8/89,3022-12/89,3147-7/92,3260-11194,3261-11/94,
3305-12/95,3422-7/99, 3573-10/02)
Sections:
17.04.010 Title
17.04.020 Adoption
17.04.030 Chapter 1 deleted
17.04.031 CRC Appendix Chapter 1, 101.2 Scope, amended
17.04.032 CDC Appendix Chapter 1, 1105.2 Work exempt from permit,
amended
17.04.033 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, §105.3.2 Expiration of plan review,
amended
17.04.034 CDC Appendix Chapter 1, §105.5 Expiration of permit,
amended
17.04.035 CDC Appendix Chapter 1, Section 108 Fees, amended
17.04.036 CDC Appendix Chapter 1, §110.1 Use and occupancy, amended
17.04.040 (Repealed, Ord 3147-7/92)
17.04.050 (Repealed, Ord 3147-7/92)
17.04.055 (Provisions moved to the Housing Code)
17.04.060 § 1900 n n amended- Minimum Slab Thiekn CDC §1910.1 General,
amended
17.04.064 (Repealed, Ord 3573-10/02)
17.04.070 §9042 amended Aufoffmfie Fire Extinguishing Systems CBC §901.1 Scope,
amended
17.04.075 (Repealed, Ord 3422-7/99)
17.04.080 Chapter 36 added--Building security
17.04.085 Methane District Regulations
17.04.090 Amendments to appendiees Repealed
1 nn 095 Appendix dix r�,aptef 15, §1 c�� Repealed
. .i,t...,�tir�crrupticn��zv
17.04.100 (Repealed, Ord 3260-11/94)
17.04.110 (Repealed, Ord 3260-11/94)
17.04.010 Title. This chapter shall be known as the Huntington Beach Building Code,may be
cited as such, and will be referred to herein as the Building Code. (1935-11/74,2027-1/76,2431-7/80,
2747-2185,3422-7/99)
17.04.020 Adoption. There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain code
known as the 2004-2007 California Buildin& Code, and the whole thereof, 1ncludin&appe es
Appendix Chapter 1 entitled, "Administration" and Appendix I entitled,
"Ratio Covers, ' thereto save and except as he feina fief provide 1 those portions as are
hereafter modified or amended. Such code, and amendments thereto, are hereby adopted
and incorporated, pursuant to California Government Code §50022.2 et seq., and Health and
Safety Code § 18941.5, as fully as though set forth at length herein, for the purpose of regulating
and administering the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving,
removal, conversion, demolition, occupancy, equipment, use, height, area, and maintenance of
buildings or structures in the City of Huntington Beach, and repealing all ordinances and parts of
ordinances in conflict herewith. From the date on which this chapter takes effect the provisions
of such code, together with amendments thereto shall be controlling within the corporate limits
of the City of Huntington Beach. (375-8/34,530-5/48,592-12152,869-9/61, 1064-7/64, 1139-5/65, 1331-7/67,
1626-2/71,2027-1/76, 2431-7180,2747-2185,2976-12/88,3022-12189,3147-7/92,3305-12/95,3422-7/99,3573-10/02)
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17-04.030 Chapter 1 of the Building Code is hereby deleted. (2431-7180,2747-2/85,3305-12/95,3422-7/99)
17.04.031 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, 4101.2 Scope, amended. The provisions
his code sliall apply tot the construction, alteration, movement,
enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location,
maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure or any
appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures.
17.04.032 CBC .Appendix Chapter 1, §105.2 Work exempt from permit,
amended. Exemptions from 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 other laws or ordinances of this
jurisdiction. Permits shall not be required for the following:
Building:
1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage
sheds, playhouses, pagodas, gazebos and similar uses, provided the
floor area does not exceed 120 square feet.
2. Fences not over 42 inches high or architectural features not
exceeding 6 feet in height and not within required Zoning setbacks.
3. Oil derricks and tanks.
4. Retaining walls which do not support over 2 feet of earth treasured
from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless
supporting a surcharge or impounding Class I, II or ILIA liquids.
5. Water tanks supported directly on grade if the capacity does not
exceed 5,000 gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width
does not exceed 2:1.
6. Sidewalks, platforms, decks and driveways not more than 30 inches
above adjacent grade, and not over any basement or story below and
not part of an accessible route.
7. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops and
similar finish work.
8. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and
scenery.
9. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural
purposes, not including service systems.
IO.Swings, other playground equipment and similar type recreational
structures.
11.Window awnings supported by an exterior wall that do not project .
more than 54 inches from the exterior wall and do not require
additional support in Group R-3 and U occupancies.
12.Nonfixed and provable fixtures, cases, racks, counters and partitions
not over 5 feet 9 inches in height.
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13.Flag poles, light poles and TV dishes in connection with a Group R,
Division 3 occupancy and not exceeding 15 feet in height.
14.Re-roofing an area smaller than 100 square feet while satisfying all
applicable application requirements.
15.Replacement doors and windows when the waterproofing membrane
is not altered and emergency egress dimensions are equal to or
better than the original permitted layout.
16.New roof penetrations less than 14" by 14" when no framing
modifications or additions are required.
Unless otherwise provided by this code, separate plumbing, electrical and
mechanical permits will be required for the above-exempted items.
Electrical:
1. Repairs and maintenance: Minor repair work, including the
replacement of lamps or the connection of approved portable
electrical equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles.
2. Radio and television transmitting stations: The provision of this
code shall not apply to electrical equipment used for radio and
television transmissions, but do apply to equipment and wiring for a
power supply and the installations of towers and antennas.
3. Temporary testing systems: A permit shall not be required for the
installation of any temporary system required for the testing or
servicing of electrical equipment or apparatus.
4. Temporary decorative lighting.
5. Replacement of attachment plug receptacles, but not the outlets
therefore.
6. Replacement of general use snap switches.
7. Repair or replacement of any overcurrent device of the required
capacity in the same location.
8. Repair or replacement of electrodes or transformers of the same size
and capacity for signs or gas tube systems.
9. The wiring for temporary theater, motion picture or television stage
sets.
1O.Electrical wiring, devices, appliances, apparatus or equipment
operating at less than 25 volts and not capable of supplying more
than 50 watts of energy.
11.Low-energy power, control and signal circuits of Classes 11 and 111
as defined in the electrical code.
12.Non vehicle mounted portable generators.
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13.Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of
equipment or make such equipment unsafe.
Gas:
1. Portable heating appliance.
2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of
equipment or snake such equipment unsafe.
Mechanical:
1. Portable heating appliance.
2. Portable ventilation equipment.
3. Portable cooling unit.
4. Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling
equipment regulated by this code.
5. Replacement of any part that does not alter its approval or make it
unsafe.
6. Portable evaporative cooler.
7. Self-contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds or less of
refrigerant and actuated by motors of 1 horsepower or less.
Plumbing:
I. The stopping of leaks in drams, water, soil, waste, or vent pipe,
provided, however, that if any concealed trap, drain pipe, water, soil,
waste or vent pipe becomes defective and it become necessary to
remove and replace the same with the new material, such work shall
be considered as new work and a permit shall be obtained and
inspection made as provided in this code.
2. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or
fixtures and the removal and reinstallation of water closets, provided
such repairs do not involve or require the replacement or
rearrangement of valves, pipes, or fixtures.
3. Repair or replacement of any plumbing fixture or appliance of the
same type and size and in the same location. Exception: electric and
fuel gas water heaters.
4. Replacement of any part that does not alter its approval or make it
unsafe.
17.04.033 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, 4105.3.2 Expiration of plan review,
amended. Applications for which no permit is issued within 180 days
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following the date of application shall expire automatically, and plans and
other data submitted for review may thereafter be returned to the applicant
or destroyed by the building official. The building official may extend the
time for action by the applicant in increments of 180 days subject to the
following conditions:
1. The applicant shall submit an application every 180 days, accompanied
by a plan review extension fee, established by resolution of the City
Council.
2. Any plans that remain in plan review over 360 days shall meet all
construction standards that are adopted at the time the permit is issued.
3. Plans may not remain in plan review more than 720 days except under
extreme situations as approved by the building official.
17.04.034 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, §105.5 Expiration of permit, amended.
Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work on the site
authorized by such permit is commenced with 180 days after its issuance, or if
the work authorized on the site by such permit is suspended or abandoned for
a period of 180 days after the time the work is commenced. Work shall be
considered suspended or abandoned if substantial approval of one of the
required progress inspections is not accomplished every 180 days. Before
such work can be recommenced, a new permit shall be first obtained, and the
fee therefore shall be one half the amount required for a new permit for such
work, provided no changes have been made or will be made in the original
plans and specifications for such work; and provided further that such
suspension or abandonment has not exceeded one year. In order to renew
action on a permit after one year, the permittee shall pay a new full permit
fee.
The permittee holding an unexpired permit may apply for an extension. The
building official may extend the time for actions by the permittee for a period
not exceeding 180 days upon written application by the permittee. Permits
shall not be extended more than once except under extreme situations and
when approved by the building official.
17.04.035 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, Section 108 Pees, amended. CBC
Appendix Chapter 1, Section 108 Fees is amended to read as follows:
§108.1 Payment of fees. A permit shall not be valid until the fees prescribed
by law have been paid, nor shall an amendment to a permit be released until
the additional fee, if any, has been paid. The building official may allow
temporary exceptions.
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§108.1.1 Plan review fees. When a plan or other data is required to be
submitted a plan review fee shall be paid. This fee shall be paid at the time of
submitting plans and specifications for plan review. Said plan review fees
shall be as established by resolution of the City Council.
008.1.2 Permit fees. The fee shall be paid at permit issuance. The standard
for determination of value or valuation of the project shall be made by the
building official and as established by resolution of the City Council.
4108.1.3 Miscellaneous service fees. Whenever an application is made for all
other services, a fee for the service in an amount established by resolution of
the City Council shall be paid to the City.
4108.2 Schedule of permit fees. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas,
mechanical, and plumbing systems or alterations requiring a permit, a fee for
each permit shall be paid as required, in accordance with the schedule as
established by resolution of the City Council.
4108.3 Building permit valuations. The applicant for a permit shall provide
an estimated permit value at time of application. Permit valuations shall
include total value of work, including materials and labor, for which the
permit is being issued, such as electrical, gas, mechanical, plumbing
equipment and permanent systems. If, in the opinion of the building official,
the valuation is underestimated on the application, the permit shall be denied,
unless the applicant can show detailed estimates to meet the approval of the
building official. Final building permit valuation shall be set by the building
official and as established by resolution of the City Council.
§108.4 Work commencing before permit issuance. Any person who
commences any work on a building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or
plumbing system before obtaining the necessary permits shall be subject to an
investigation fee established by resolution by the City Council that shall be in
addition to the required permit fees.
§108.5 Related fees. The payment of the fee for the construction, alteration,
removal or demolition for work done in connection to or concurrently with
the work authorized by a building permit shall not relieve the applicant or
holder of the permit from the payment of other fees that are prescribed by
law.
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4108.6 Refunds. The building official may authorize the refund of any fee
paid hereunder for work that was not performed or for fees that were
collected erroneously as established by resolution of the City Council.
17.04.036 CDC Appendix Chapter 1, 4110.1 Use and occupancy, amended.
No building or structure shall be used or occupied, nor shall a change in the
existing occupant or occupancy classification of a building or structure or
portion thereof be made until the building official has issued a certificate of
occupancy therefore as provided herein. Issuance of a certificate of occupancy
shall not be construed as an approval of a violation of the provisions of this
code or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction.
Exception: Group R, Division 1 & 3 (except hotels and motels) and U
occupancies.
17.04.060 � 1900 A A am---led Miftimiffn Slab ThiekRess CDC Section 1910 Minimum
Slab Provisions, 41910.1 General, amended. z 1000 A A of the 12,,;1.1;,,g vaf
9e9.4.4. All concrete floor slabs on
grade shall have a minimum net thickness of 31/2 inches, and shall be
provided with minimum reinforcing equal to 6 x 6-W1.4 x WIA welded
fabric. When such slabs are to be covered with carpet or any floor covering
they shall be separated from the ground by two (2) inches of clean sand over
an approved vapor barrier.
� 1900.4 Al. Ml eenerete floor-slabs en gfade shall have a ffdn4num fiet thiekness of 3 1�2 in
l st,.,il be ;,le v 'tl, � equal+ 6 x 6 W A „ �7;T7 A olulou�1f
uuu�,...,-- provided .._������---=------=---a =Z---- -- - -- - �- --�-.. ._T`ram.._.�.. _._.-----
When stieh slabs are to be eovefed vAffi eafpet or-any eovefing they shall be separated fiem
2747.2/85 2976 4MO 3305 4�Y95 3422 7AA
17.04.070 CBC Chapter 9 Fire
Protection Systems, 01.1 Scope, amended. §904 2 of the Building Code; odified
he provisions of this chapter shall specify where fire protection systems are
required and shall to apply the design, installation and operation of fire
Brotection systems. I+or aanended sprinkler requirements, see Huntington
each Municipal Code, Chapter 17.56 of this code.
4,'r.56 of iMs 285 3022 42/a9 3305 4W5 34227ro9)
17.04.080 Chapter 36 added--Building security. The Building Code is hereby amended by
adding thereto new Chapter 36 entitled, "Building Security,"to read as follows: (3022-12/89,
3305-12/95,3422-7/99)
§ 3601. Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to establish minimum standards of construction
for protection against unlawful entry. (3305-12/95)
§ 3602. Alternative security provisions. When approved by the building official, site security
systems may be provided in lieu of the specific security provisions of section 3608,
'Garages--Multiple dwellings.' (3022-12/89,3305-12/95,3422-7/99)
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§ 3603. Definitions. For the purpose of this chapter, certain terms used herein are defined as
follows: (3305-12/95,3422-7/99)
'Cylinder guard'means a hardened ring surrounding the exposed portion of the lock cylinder
or other device which is so fastened as to protect the cylinder from wrenching, prying, cutting
or pulling by attack tools.
'Deadlocking latch'means a latch in which the latch bolt is positively held in the projected
position by a guard bolt, plunger or auxiliary mechanism.
'Dead bolt'means a bolt which has no automatic spring action and which is operated by a key
cylinder, thumb turn, or level, and is positively held fast when in the projected position.
'Latch' means a device for automatically holding a door shut after being closed.
'Light'means any glazed opening whether glazed with glass, plastic, metal, wood or
composition sheets or panels, or similar materials, and shall include windows, skylights, view
ports or view panels and similar openings.
§ 3604. Entry vision. All main or front entry doors to R occupancies shall be arranged so that the
occupant has a view of the area immediately outside without opening the door. Such view may be
provided by a door viewer or view port or by window or other opening located and constructed as
required by this chapter. Such area shall be provided with a light. (3305-12/95,3422-7199)
3605. Doors. (3305-12/95,3422-7199)
(a) General. A door forming a part of the enclosure of a dwelling unit or of an area of a building
occupied by one tenant shall be constructed, installed, and secured as set forth in this section.
(b) Swinging doors.
(1) Swinging wooden doors which can be opened from the inside without using a key shall be
of solid core construction. Lights in doors shall be as set forth in this chapter. (3022-12/89)
(2) A single swinging door,the active leaf of a pair of doors, and the bottom leaf of Dutch
doors shall be equipped with a dead bolt and deadlocking latch. The dead bolt and latch
may be activated by one lock or by individual locks. Dead bolts shall contain hardened
inserts,or equivalent, designed to repel cutting tool attack. The lock or locks shall be key
operated from the exterior side of the door and engaged or disengaged from the interior
side of the door by a device which requires no key, special knowledge or effort.
(3) A straight dead bolt shall have a minimum throw of one (1) inch and the embedment shall
be not less than five-eighths (5/8) inch into the holding device receiving the projected
bolt. All dead bolts of locks which automatically activate two(2)or more dead bolts shall
embed at least one-half(1/2) inch but need not exceed three-fourths (3/4) inch into the
holding devices receiving the projected bolts. (3022-12/89)
(4) A deadlocking latch shall be provided with a bolt projecting not less than five-eighths
(5/8) inches from the edge of the door in which it is installed.
(5) The inactive leaf of a pair of doors and the upper leaf of Dutch doors shall be equipped
with a dead bolt or dead bolts as set forth in subsection(b)(2) above.
EXCEPTIONS:
Ma. The bolt or bolts need not be key operated but shall not be otherwise activated,
from the exterior side of the door.
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(2)b. The bolt or bolts may be engaged or disengaged automatically with the dead
bolt or by another device on the active leaf or lower leaf.
(3)c. Manually-operated hardened bolts at the top and bottom of the leaf and which
embed a minimum of one-half(1/2) inch into the device receiving the
projected bolt may be used when not prohibited by the Building Code or other
laws and regulations.
(6) Doorstops on wooden jambs for in-swinging doors shall be of one piece construction with
the jamb or joined by a rabbet.
(7) Nonremovable pins shall be used in pin-type hinges which are accessible from the outside
when the door is closed.
(8) Cylinder guards shall be installed on all mortise or rim-type cylinder locks installed in
doors whenever the cylinder projects beyond the face of the door or when otherwise
accessible to gripping tools.
(9) Unframed glass doors shall be of fully tempered glass not less than one-half(1/2) inch
thick.
(10)Narrow-framed glass doors shall be of fully tempered glass not less than one-quarter(1/4) inch
thick.
(c) Sliding glass doors. Sliding glass doors shall be equipped with locking devices.
Cylinder guards shall be installed on all mortise or rim-type cylinder locks installed in doors
whenever the cylinder projects beyond the face of the door or is otherwise accessible to
gripping tools. (3305-12/95)
§ 3606. Windows, or other openings. (3422-7/99,3573-10102)
(a) General. Windows, or other similar openings shall be constructed, installed and secured as
set forth in this section. (2976-12/88,3022-12/89,3422-7199,3573-10/02)
(b) Materials. Only fully-tempered glass or approved metal bars, screens, or grills shall be used
for any opening in which glass is utilized which is located within forty(40) inches of the
locking device on a door. (3305-12/95)
(c) Locking devices. All windows or other openings which are designed to be opened shall be
provided with locking devices. (3305-12/95,3573-10/02)
§ 3608. Garages--Multiple dwellings. Whenever a development includes three(3) or more
dwelling units, all covered parking required by other provisions of the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code shall be provided by fully-enclosed garages. Garage space for each tenant shall
be separated by partitions of three-eighths (3/8) inch plywood or any approved equivalent with
studs set not more than twenty-four(24)inches apart on one side. Doors and windows in such
garages shall be constructed,equipped and secured as required by this chapter. (2027-1176,2431-7180,
2456-11/80,2747-2/85,2787-9/85,3022-12/89,3305-12/95,3422-7/99)
17.04.085 Methane District Regulations. The Building Code is hereby amended by adding
thereto new Chapter 55 entitled"Methane District Regulations"to read as follows:
(3004-8189,3022-12189,3422-7199)
§ 5501. Purpose. This Division sets forth the minimum requirements of the City of Huntington
Beach for new building construction in the defined methane overlay districts. It is also the
purpose of this chapter to reduce the hazards presented from accumulations of methane gas by
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requiring the appropriate testing and mitigation measures for all new buildings in the methane
overlay districts.
§ 5502. Definitions. For the purposes of this division, the following definitions shall also be
applied.
A. Flammable Gas shall mean any gaseous substance capable of sustaining combustion or
explosion.
B. Gas Detection System shall mean one or more electrical devices capable of continuous
monitoring for the presence of flammable gasses and containing an audible alarm capable of,
alerting occupants that a hazardous atmosphere exists. A part of the system shall be subject
to building the system and all devices which are department and fire department approved.
C. Methane Gas shall mean the hydrocarbon substance commonly known as"natural gas,"
chemical formula CH4. For the purposes of definition in this chapter,natural gas from the
distribution system of a utility company is exempted and excluded from the scope of the
application of the provisions of this chapter.
D. Methane Gas Overlay District shall mean those districts within the City of Huntington Beach
as defined in Section 5503.
E. Qualified En ig neer shall mean a civil engineer currently registered in the State of California
and possessing experience in the design of subsurface gas control systems.
F. Vent System shall mean a system or device which gathers or collects flammable gasses and
releases these gasses in a specified manner and location.
§ 5503. Overlay Districts. Boundaries of the districts set forth herein are measured from
centerline to centerline of indicated streets unless otherwise described,and are graphically
depicted by the copy of the map designated"Methane Overlay Districts," which is on file with the
Fire Department. (3422-7/99)
The Methane District boundaries are as follows. Note that the directions of north, south,east,
west, and similar directions are general in nature only.
District One: Saybrook Lane south from Edinger Avenue to Davenport Drive to Algonquin
Street, south on Algonquin Street to Warner Avenue, east on Warner Avenue to Bolsa Chica
Street, north on Bolsa Chica Street to Edinger Avenue, west on Edinger Avenue to Saybrook
Lane.
District Two: All land on both sides of Pacific Coast Highway northwest from the City Boundary
at the Santa Ana River to the City Boundary at the Bolsa Chica Bluffs,then following the City
Boundary northeast to Edwards Street, Edwards Street north to Slater Avenue, Slater Avenue east to
Gothard Street, Gothard Street south to Ellis Avenue, Ellis Avenue east to Newland Street,Newland
Street south to Adams Avenue, Adams Avenue east to the City Boundary at the Santa Ana River,
City Boundary south along the Santa Ana River to Pacific Coast Highway.
§ 5504. Plan Required. All proposed subdivisions,divisions of land, developments of property,and
new buildings within the methane overlay districts shall be reviewed by the Fire Department. The
Fire Chief may require a plan for the testing of site soils for the presence of methane gas. Such plan
shall be subject to the approval of the Fire Department, and may include,but shall not be limited to,
hammer probes, pneumatically driven probes, and core hole samples with monitoring for the
presence of methane gas. The Fire Chief may require other actions as deemed necessary to insure the
safety of the development or building site.
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§ 5505. Testing Required. Testing for the presence of methane gas shall be required to be carried
out in accordance with the approved plan. Results of such testing shall be submitted to the Fire
Department for review and analysis.
§ 5506. Mitigation Required. Anomalously high levels of methane gas in the near surface or
subsurface soil layers may require mitigation before any grading,development,or building
construction is allowed to take place. Such mitigation may include, but is not limited to, the venting
of abandoned oil wells, underground gathering and collection systems for gasses, vent systems, and
flared vent systems. Other systems, devices, or components may be required as deemed necessary by
the Fire Chief in order to insure the safety of the development and buildings.
If the mitigation measure does not reduce the soil concentrations of methane to an acceptable level,
or if other contaminants are present in the methane at a level which poses a threat to health and
safety, further development may be halted until such time as the site is rendered safe from these
hazards.
§ 5507. Isolation Barriers Required. New buildings which fall under the provisions and
requirements of this article may require the installation of a continuous,flexible,permanent,and
non-permeable barrier, and shall be a type approved by the Fire Department. (3422-7199)
§ 5508. Access. All methane gas mitigation systems required by this article shall be made accessible
to city personnel for the purposes of monitoring, maintenance, and evaluation for effectiveness.
§ 5509. Areas Outside of Established Methane Overlay District Boundaries. Upon the determination
of the Fire Department that hazard may exist from methane intrusion at a geographical location or
area outside the boundaries established in Section 5503 above,the Fire Department may enforce any
or all of the provisions of this article as deemed necessary by the Fire Chief to preclude potential
hazards from fire or explosion from methane gas accumulations.
§ 5510. Additional Remedial Measures. If the concentration of flammable gas in any building in the
City reaches or exceeds twenty-five percent(25%)of the minimum concentration which form an
ignitable mixture with air at ambient temperature and pressure,the owner of such building shall hire
a qualified engineer to investigate,recommend, and implement mitigating measures. Such measures
shall be subject to the approval of the Fire Department. (3422-7/99)
17.04.090 Amendme-tv tA v-pp-i-diees. The Building Code is hereby amended by deleting ffem the
Fv
appendi�pter r
3 Div. M & W, 4 n 10, 11, 12 Div. 1 Q. 11 13, 16 Div. r 11 Q M 19, 21 24
29, 34,33, 3Div. 1&H. M� 431 71 71Q0 7747 2185 7976 12188 3022 Q gg 3147 7192 3261 14194 3305 1M6 3422 7190
3573 10102)
amended t not allow fnefe than one (1) evefla-y of asphalt shingle evef the existing feefing system
unless stfuetural ealettlatiefis afe submitted te Justify the additional weight-.-kau7-w9z,33o&42a5-,
34227199)
07-1230114508 1 1
Huntington Beach Municipal Code 17.40.010-17.40.050
LEGISLATIVE DRAFT
Chapter 17.40
MECHANICAL CODE
(1408-5/68, 1628-2/71,1938-10174,2172-3177,2235-12/77,2282-5/78,2337-1179,2431-7180,2747-2/85,
2976-12/88,3022-12/89,3147-7/92,3312-2196,3425-7/99,3574-10102)
Sections:
17.40.010 Adoption
17.40.020 Title
17.40.030 (Repealed- Ord. 3425 - 7/99)
17.40.040 Commercial Kitchen Hoods
17.40.045 Ve t To...,,;p ifie,, epealed)
17.40.050 Opef,fing Do epealed)
17.40.060 MaipAewinee inspeefien(Repealed)
17.40.010 Adoption. There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain code
known as the 2001 007 California Mechanical Code, and the whole thereof, including
appendices A. B and C, except as hereinafter provided but excluding chapters 1, 13 and 14
thereof. Such code,and amendments thereto, is hereby adopted and incorporated,pursuant to
California Government Code §50022.2 et seq., and Health and Safety Code §18941.5, as fully as
though set forth at length herein, for the purpose of protecting public health and safety by
prescribing by minimum standards for the use, design and installation of heating,ventilating,
comfort-cooling equipment and refrigeration systems; by requiring a permit and inspection for
the installation,alteration and replacement of said equipment. From the date on which this
chapter takes effect,the provisions thereof shall be controlling within the corporate limits of the
City of Huntington Beach. (1938-10/74,2172-3/77,2431-7/80,2747-6/85,2976-12/88,3022-12/89,3147-7/92,
3312-2/96,3425-7/99,3574-10102)
17.40.020 Title. This chapter shall be known as the"Huntington Beach Mechanical Code," may
be cited as such, and will be referred to herein as "this code." (1408-5168, 1628-2/71, 1938-10174,
2431-7/80,2747-6185)
17.40.040 Commercial Kitchen Hoods. §509 1 508.1 is hereby amended by adding the
following exception: (3574-10102)
§509-f 508.1 Exception. A hood will not be required where the only warming appliance in the
establishment consists of an enclosed electric convection oven having a capability of reaching a
maximum temperature of 3500 F. The oven must be listed by an approved testing agency and
approved by the Orange County Health Department. (3147-7/92,3312-2/96,3425-7/99,3574-10/02)
1 4 i4r. 1iz �¢r 58n- 4 s amepAed to fead as follows. (367-41o/w)
806.4 Type B of BW. Tlype B or BW gas vents with listed vent eaps twelve (12) inehes (305f..fi-M..)
in size of smaller-shall be peffnitted to be tefminated in aeeer-danee�Aith Table 8 1,provided they
e&e loeated at least fouf(4) feet (2438 nun) ffofn aver-tieal wall or-similar-obstmetion. All othe
Type B gas ven4s sha4l teffnitiate not less than two (2) f4�(610 mm) above the highest poi
where they pass t4ough the r-eef and at least two (2) feet(610 wA:n)higher-than any per-tion of-a
b, i4diag.,its,;,, to (10) feet(3 04 8 .gun o 2)
17.40.050 Oeo..n+�..,.'�,.�-M, 1024 is l;cereby-amended to read s €ellei�s z41e;a�
State Beiler-Safe er.(3574 1 M2)
boiler-iaspeeter-. 0&74=;24
Huntington Beach Municipal Code 17.44.010--17.44.035
LEGISLATIVE DRAFT
Chapter 17.44
PLUMBING CODE
(1409-5168, 1630-2/71, 1937-10174,2089-8/76,2282-5/78,2337-1/79,2431-7/80,2747-2185,2976-12/88,3022-12/89,3147-7/92,
3309-12/95,3426-7199,3575-10/02)
Sections:
17.44.010 Adoption
17.44.020 Title
17.44.025 Toilet facilities for workers
17.44.030 Vent Teaninatie (Repealed)
17.44.035 Materials
17.44.040 (Repealed- 3022-12/89)
17.44.050 (Repealed- 3022-12/89)
17.44.060 (Repealed- 3147-7/92)
17.44.070 (Repealed- 3147-7/92)
17.44.080 (Repealed- 3147-7/92)
17.44.090 (Repealed- 3022-12/89)
17.44.095 (Repealed)
17.44.100 (Repealed- 3309-12/95)
17.44.010 Adoption. There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain code
known as the 20(4 2007 California Plumbing Code, and the whole thereof, including
Appendices A, D, E and 1 except as hereafter provided, ' but excluding
Appendix G and Chapter 1, entitled "Administration." Such code, and amendments thereto, is
hereby adopted and incorporated,pursuant to California Government Code § 50022.2 et seq., and
Health and Safety Code § 18941.5 as fully as though set forth at length herein for the purpose of
prescribing regulations governing the installation, alteration,repair and maintenance of plumbing
and drainage systems. From the date on which this chapter takes effect,the provisions of said code,
together with amendments thereto, shall be controlling within the corporate limits of the city of
Huntington Beach. (1937-10/74,2089-8/76,2431-7180,2747-2/85,2976-12188,3022-12/89,3147-7/92,3426-7/99)
17.44.020 Title. This chapter shall be known as the "Huntington Beach Plumbing Code," may be
cited as such,and will be referred to herein as "this code." (1409-5/68, 1630-2/71, 1937-10/74,2431-7/80,
2747-2185,2976-12/88)
17.44.025 Toilet facilities for workers. §413.7 412.7 is hereby amended by adding the following:
§41-7 412.7 Toilet facilities for workers. Suitable toilet facilities shall be provided and maintained
in a sanitary condition for the use of workers during construction. Such toilet facilities shall be
located upon or within a reasonable distance of the lot,premises, or site upon which such work is
being done. In no case shall the line of travel to any toilet facility exceed 500 feet. (3147-7/92,3575-
10/02)
4-7-.44."A Xi7+ T 1nn c i 3_; t,o,oi,.> , op ao ,o;d c rnn ..,,s.
§517.3 Type B. Type B gas vents YaAh listed vei-A eaps tweWe(1-2)in�s (305filffo in size of
smallef shall be peffni#ed to be tefmia-ated in aeeer-danee Y*h Table 5 3,provided they af-e leeate
�vents sha4l tefrainate not less than two (2) feet(6 10 nwa) above the Wghest point where they pass
thf ough the r-eef and at least�we (2) feet(6 10 Rim) highef than any pat4ien of a building within te
710 feet (3048 nun). (3575-10/02)
17.44.035 Materials. Subsection 701.1.2 §701, is hereby amended to read as follows: (3309-12/95,3575-
10/02)
§ 701.1.2-ABS and PVC DWV piping installations shall be installed in accordance with IS 5,IS 9
and Chapter 15 "Firestop Protection r^,.DWV and Sterm atef ^pplio ti ". Except for individual
single family dwelling units,materials exposed within ducts or plenums shall have a flamespread
index of not more than 25 and a smoke-developed index of not moire than 50, when tested in
accordance with the Test for Surface—Burning Characteristics of the Building Materials (see the
Building Code standards based on ASTM 3-E-84 and ANSI/UL 723).
ABS and PVC DWV piping installations shall be limited to structures not more than two (2) stories
in height of Type III, IV, or V construction. (3147-7192,3309-12/95,3426-7199,3575-10/02)
47.44.095 im-tallal— of Gass 1111-i-p-WaLg. § 1211.10 is hereby amended to read as -tom
types;maehiae applied,
LEGISLATIVE DRAFT
Chanter 17.48
ELECTRICAL CODE
(1520-9/69, 1671-10171,1674-10171,1742-4172,1750-6/72, 1935-10/74,2173-4177,2276-12/88,2431-7/80,2567-9/82,2787-9/85,
2976-12/88,3022-12/89,3115-6/91,3311-12/95,3428-7/99,3577-11/02,3719-8/05)
Sections:
17.48.010 Adoption
17.48.020 Title
17.48.030 (Repealed-Ord. 3428-7/99)
17.48.040 Made and other Electrodes
17.48.050 Aftieles342and344 intefmediate MeW Conduit and Rigid Metal Conduit
(Repealed) (3719-08/05)
17.48.060 >;leetr-eal fnet,,lie,ubi ft. (Repealed)
17.48.080 (Repealed 2976-12/88)
17.48.090 (Repealed 2976-12/88)
17.48.100 (Repealed 2976-12/88)
17.48.010 Adoption. There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain code
known as the 2004 2007 California Electrical Code and the whole diefee , excepting Article
90 89 and except as hereafter provided. Such code is hereby adopted and incorporated pursuant
to Government Code § 50022.2 et seq. and Health and Safety Code§18941.5 for the purpose of
prescribing regulations governing the installation, alteration,repair and maintenance of all
electrical installations in the City of Huntington Beach, and repealing all ordinances and parts of
ordinances in conflict therewith. From the date on which this chapter takes effect,the provisions
of said code,together with amendments thereto, shall be controlling within the corporate limits
of the city of Huntington Beach. (1935-10/74,2431-7/80,2567-9/82,2787-9/85,2976-12/88,3022-12/89,3115-6/91,
3311-12/95,3428-7/99,3577-10/02,3719-8/05)
17.48.020 Title. This chapter shall be known as the "Huntington Beach Electrical Code," may
be cited as such,and will be referred to herein as "this code." (1935-10/74,2173-4n7,2431-7/80,2567-9/82,
2787-9/85)
17.48.040 Made and Other Electrodes. Section 250.52(3719-08/05)
250.52 (A)(5) Rod and pipe electrodes is amended to read as follows: (3719-o8/o5)
250.52(A)(5)Rod and Pipe Electrodes: Rod electrodes shall not be less than 2.5m(8 ft.) in
length, and shall consist of the following materials: (3719-08/05)
a) Permanent rod electrodes shall be stainless steel. (3719-08/05)
b) Temporary rod electrodes for temporary construction power poles may be copper or
copper clad.(3719-08/05)
c) Stainless steel rods less than 15.87 mm(5/8 in.) in diameter and nonferrous rods shall be
listed and shall not be less than 13mm(1/2 in.) in diameter. (3719-08105)
latefmediate metal eenduit and figid fneW eon"t shall not be used in the earth of-gfeund exeeept
when the eondtfit(s) and its or-their-asseeii4ed fitting(s) afe pr-oteeted by a spirally vffapped, hal
ever-lap,double �wap of 10 frAl listed tape to pfel,id te 40 mil
358 10 lit) r,,....,�siye D..etee io hereby de to road as_F
T_f�1_I�f \�)� ���l���f,1RL�1�11t�11_'IiIT_T rRTG�7T'1ZIIICII�IGQ CC) 1GQQ 6. i..aa�.... .
Huntington Beach Municipal Code Chapter 1748 Page 1 of 2
tubing, elbows,
..o'..:t.,...SsJ and fi#ings shall be-permiccccrcv--vciirsccnca-rrr-wirvrcc�{3�9-88/93�
Eleetiieal meWfie tubing used in afeas subjeet to eeffesive ififittenees and,4or-where ex-posed to
358.12 Uses Not Pefmitted is hereby amended to read as fi)IIews!(37ig owos)
J dufing installation of J
it will be suNeet to severe physieal daffWe.
is at iv t,o lease le,+ 18_;,, rn5�ffmi:) under-+ fill.
503
7 J
50
largest#ade size of the tubi
(5) For-the s"peft of luminaries or-other-equipment emept eendt&bodies no tmgef-than
dissimilar meWs in eentaet awywhef-e in the system sm!be avoided
to elhvAnate the possibility of galvanie aetion. &Eeeptienz Aluminum fittings and
eadesufes shall be pefmitted to be used v4th steel eleetrieal meWfie tubing whefe no
Huntington Beach Municipal Code Chapter 1748 Page 2 Of 2
Huntington Beach Municipal Code 17.02.010-17.02.030(§301.2.1[41)
LEGISLATIVE DRAFT
Chapter 17.02
Repealed
UNIFORM ADMINIST-RATIVFC-ODE
Seefiens:
17.02.010 Adoption
17 02.020 Repealed 3m2 »49
—17-92.030See4ion 301 Dew
1 .n2 040 Coos
1707050 Repealed 3304 1V9
1 02 055 Subsee fie„ 309.1 amended Use or-eeeupaney
1 02 060 Seetio 309.4 amended rro„,„,,,.ar-y ,.o..t:fie to
17.02.010 Adoption There is her-eby adopted by the City Gouaeil by refefenee that eeftain
Building Offieials, being paftieular-15,the 1997 edition thereof-, and the whole thefeof e*eept-as
> ,
,
alteration,as fiAly as though set feAh at lefTth her-ein,to serve as the adfnirAstr-ative, or-ganizatieml an
buildings,
> >
sIWI be eenlfelliagA411in the
amended to read as fellews: J3421 7/99)
301 Pe—itS. (3421 W99)
> >
unless a sepaf-ate, appropriate pemit for-eaeh building, stmeture of building servi
has sscbeen obtained ffe„vr�rthe building affieia . k3424 )
§ 301.2 Work Exempt Rom Pefmi.t. A pefmit shall net be required fef the types ef wofk in eaeb
eede shall not be deemed te grant autheriz4ien for-aff wof-k te be dene in vielation ef the
i-Sr} of the-tP.F " csi'-an,=vcrz "vr this Zry;-{a3A442m)
(3304
sheds,playhettses,
pfivat
lathhouses> glasshouses, pagodas,
4. Movable eases, eotmters and par-titions mt ever-five foot nine "
10102
the footing to the top of the wall,twAess suppefting a sufehafge of impounding flammabi
liqtiids—. (33o4-*2&6-,��
6. W-atef tanks suppefted directly upon gra4e if the eapaeity does not exeeed five thousand
(3304 12J95)
7. Platfefms, walks arA deeks not more than d+kzty (30)inehes above gfade and ne4 ever an�
8• Painting, papef-ing, fly. w-PAI hangings and similar finisi, . «L
9. Tefnporafy motion pietwe, television and theater-stage sets apA seenefy.OW4 lW95)
1(1 Window ..efte.l by a ex4e f or-wall of G- oup i? T iN4sio 3 n !'.fo p T T
a v. rrzai�xvw - , , `�
eEs�tp when pfoj eeting not mer-edfifty few(54) �es a ,
11. Flag poles, light �`R'—dishes ursenaeo4ie fau-F �
3572-41102)
4 0102)
367-2.4 0182)
emer-geney egress dime li—ial to or bettei-7 than the original pefmitted layei
" by 14 n
> separat plumbing,
soil,§ 301.2.2. Plumbing A plumbing pefmit m4ll not be r-eqttifed for-the folio g
I. The stepping of leaks in dfains, waste or-vent pipe, provided, >
that should
any eeneealed > dfaiapipe, soil,
waste of vent pipe beeeme defeetive and it beeame
fteeessar-y to remove and r-eplaee the same m4th new material,the same shall b
eonsidefed as t+ew work an4 a penn4 stall be pr-eeur-ed and ifispeetion made as provided
p A
m this 66 ac—k33AA
pipes,2. The eleafing of stoppages of-the f-epaifing of leaks in valves oF fiKtwes,
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LEGISLATIVE DRAFT
Chapter 17.16
REPEALED
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(94 4_7 2 71 40 247 2362 7179 7471 2/91 2605. 10194)
Seel S:'
1 77 1 01 0 Title
17.16.020 Findings and puf-pose
1 16 030 Seepe
17.1 V.
17.16.050 Elements of grading
17.16.060 mod grades Assigmneats
17 16.n grades- pPlaeement of T•,,r vcaimngs
17.16.090
17-.-1166.1 1-r 10 Plan of aefien 1~'x4ensio of time
1 7.z.,.1. 0 measures
1 1 1 nn vex.,:f and st.engtl,o„:. ,.,, res >~., ensi,,, of time
17.16.160 Change of hazard gfade
T�1 77.1 16.�1 90 E fer-eefnetA of or-de, A„„lio tie to Board f A ppe,tom
-Board of Appeals hearing
1 1. V.LVV
17.16.210 .
1 7 1 220 Tufis,1ie fi.„ evef-eases
�rzv.230 Affidays—Use v17.16.010 Title. This eh.,Vter-shall be known as the 17.16.240 Violation and penalty
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17.16.020
Sou-them Galifemia has been idef4ified in the Unifbfm Building Code as Seismie Distfiet 4-
whieh imposes the most severe seismie design efiteria of all the seisfpAe distriets. E-videnee
demonstfates that the gFeatest single th-eat to life and property is the ufweinfefeed mmenfy
buildings eonstnaeted prior-to state eade requirements for-earfliqttake design adopted as a
f-es It of the C`o the f G l:f.,....i eaft1.l.uake of 1933
Ufm-einfer-eed ffhaseufy buildings were mestly built using liffle meftm without r-eififer-ei
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and weather thereby losing its abilit�,to bond fnasonfy units tog&ther-and to fesist any t�Te of
stfess.
follows-.
ha.-wds to teler-able hazafd levels. Nothing in this ehapter-shall pr-eelude or-affeet the
assessment and abatement, pufsuafA to eNisting laws, of othef haawds whieh ffhty involve
17.16.030 Seope. This ehaptef shall apply to all buildings having e4er-ior-walls of eonefete,
1-746.040 Ppma All buildings eover-ed by this ehaptff shall be
detefmii+e the relative pfima&eie earthquake hazmd assoeiated with same, and sueh gr-ading4o--
an eKamination of the building plans, speeifieatiens or-repefts that are available,and a detailed-
The apAysis shall be based insofm as possible on the same pr-oeedur-es and assumptions used in.
seisfnie design of new buildings aftd, for-pui-7poses of eveluation, shall eonsist of a eompar-ison of
designed and eonstrueted under-the Huntington Beaeh Building Code, and otherwise identieal to
the existing building insofar-as leeation, use, eef&4gufation; struetufal system and materials of
ratio,RS, defined as
&-_VGAP-
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e l....late.l for-the er-itieal mode of f ilufe of a .,.f;,ai4 portion of the building, ,,,1 VRE-0-i-
the required lateral f�qr-ee fesistive eapaeity of the same stfuetuf-e ealet4ated for-those speeifi
r.apaeitj,,VGAP-,-ef existing buildings shall be eemputed using those values and pr-oredufes se�-
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prepared by the Building Offieial, and on file in the depaFtmeat of
development
l a el orat n (2362 7/79)
4q.46. c EB..n.. f..,.....A:.... sses��e�8fth�sistii���6ity-&t26, ,
(a) Stability of the wall system and veftieal framing
(e) Cennestieffi;
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(d) Sheaf fesisting elements;
fe\_Sp al 1,, ,-.ate o;the st.•, et al of
6apaeity _RC s def;„o,l i this .,hapte«• (2362 Inn)
hazafd gfa4es if the eapaeity of the building has been detefmified to be less than diat requifed
tmder-the Huntington Beaeh Building Code:
Gfade T 1~x,.oss;N,e haz;utt
Gaade 17 High1,-.»r.l
plaeement of a building in paftieular-hazard grades afea as follows:
r ade T E-x hazard:. these t f,, s havingresistive ,.;tt, tio, S
T o o sfue f , f n nn to
made 1 Higi-1'hazaf- : the st,.,,,.t„« s_h o sti eapaoity
brit not greater-than 0.50.-
Gfade M 1pAeffnediate hazard; these stmefffes having a resistive eapaeity
, heater
t1,,,n 0.50 but fwt „ o.,to,.+1,,,., 0.75.
F c gr-e to,.then 0.75or- if
Building Code,the building shall be deemed a"aw: ifig no hazards and sh-all hbe. .
(23r92 7-gg)
appendages at6aehed to the building or any stmetufal of nonstmewral afehiteettffal, meehanieal or
eleetrieal system that is determined by reason of laek of attubment, anekefage or-eendition,
biailding shall be elassed as an inunediate hazafd. Aay immediate hazmd identified in buildings
ehassified as "high" or-„ „ „ „
hazaf-d and
be abated undef the pr-eeedufes established for- "exeessive"
weemplished, owners and;.,to,•osto,l „,,,.tier s1.,,11 0.—fiet-i-fie of
(d) an /ol Chapter it f the Uni&fm!`ode for-the Abatement of llangefetts_Buildings,
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proposed phan of aetion; eepitemplated repair-, of some aetieft othef dim demolition and fefn
has Rot been submitted and agfeed upon by the Building Offieial within the time pefiods
speeified in this ehaptef, or-,A4diin sueh extension of time as the Building Offieial may have
gfanted,then the Building OffieW shall apply ift"ting to the Huntington Beaeh Boafd of
eertifieate of oeeupaney to be revoked, of diat the building be demolished of f-epair-ed in a R%-:dmer-
fepair-of demolish ineluding, not but limited to,the follwMW.
(a) The leeation and legal desefiption of the buiiding;
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elements of the stmetufal system-,
fof eaeh of the
s present use;
this ehaptef;
(e) A statement as to whether-the evmef- of the building has submitted a plan of aetion as
oad by this ehapter-;
(f) The date eeftain by whieh the building t be fepaifed or-demolished, ift the Building
Offieial's opinion,in efdef to keep the eaFtliquake hazaf-d assoeiated-A4th it at or below the
A eopy of said Nwitten applieation shall be ffhaAed by eeffified United States mail to OV,9aer-s a
47.16.200 �D-flnl of Appeals4waAkg. in the event the ewaeF of the building files an appeal,
the Building OffieW files an applieation-, a date affd time faf a heafifig.befefe the Boafd ef
the UpAfefm Code for-the Abatemefit of Dangefous Buildings, as adopted by the city eouffoil a
2362-7a-o)
.ppeals order.
(a) in the evefA the Boar-d of Appeals orders a buildiftg demolished iminediately upon the
of said building widiin sbEty days after-notiee to the oweer-of the boaf-d's order-ufAiess stieh
building's ev,%er-fail to kifoFm the BuildiRg Offieial v4diin five days after-notiee of
bear-d's order-diet sueh a5fangements have been made of should the &wmer-s' seheduled
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Huntington Beach Municipal Code 17.20.010--17.20.060(e)
LEGISLATIVE DRAFT
Chapter 17.20
Repealed
Seetlens=
=7.20020 Repealed 2975-12/U
17_20.080 Repealed 3025 3 190
—17.20.090 Repealed--3025 3/90
1720.010 Driveway At§jg-p The following sfW1 apply to dfiveway de
(a) Driveway shall eictend ffem stFeet of-alley pavement or etifb line to gafage, ear-peft or-pafkiag
spaee.
`vJ rzxauuaa.uu yridth ll ,
(e) Driveway entfanee shall have a flar-e or-fadii adequate for-safe and eefwefiiefA ingfess
bass.
shaJ4 bepr-evided (924 10162)
gRibbon driveways may used in aceef-danee NN4th the
( ) Ribbons sheAl be se;ter-ete,five '�=aet e. e.
`V) lvlxxxxaaaa.uaa vvaalx
of ribbon shall be two (2) feet.
(e) Apr-on at st-feet"I be flafed and impr-eved full vAdth for-at least owlve (12) feet length,
eempacleu 4V tlaV•Vaa4 1a4aL11114L1 4a111V1 VL141441 UV441VilaVai4.��
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(b) D,. ;d „+at publ; all.,.�1,1 at gar-age ea pee slab; (297-6 i2m)
`Vf 1 aV.a4aV 4aa1 VAt1141U1V11 JVla14 CL411LLVaaV�iG[xl\—GRlll l44 Vl V4411J V14 UL44V] �ZVTV-TaVv'J
fill Finished to p ide smooth stff f ee tme to er-ess eeti,vi and,Trade-
(e) Goner-ete shall be kept moist for a period of thfee (3) days to ifisuf
4063 d4)
12/89
Huntington Beach Municipal Code 17.12.010-17.12.010
LEGISLATIVE DRAFT
Chapter 17.12
DANGEROUS BUILDINGS CODE
(1332-7/66, 1629-2171,1883-1/74,2149-2/77,2431-7/80,2747-2/85,2976-12/88,3022-12/89,3147-7192,3307-12/95,3424-7/99)
Sections:
17.12.010 Adoption
17.12.020 Repealed Ord 3307-12/95
17.12.030 Repealed Ord 3307-12/95
17.12.010 Adoption There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain code
known as the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, 1997 edition,and the
whole thereof,save and except such portions as are hereinafter deleted,modified, or amended,
for the purpose of providing a just, equitable and practicable method,to be eumulative and i
addition to &-ky other-r-emedy pfevided by the Califqmia Building Code, 1998 edition, of-Unifefm
HousingCode, '997-edi-ti,.., or otherwise available at law, whereby buildings or structures
which from any cause endanger the life, limb, health, morals,property, safety or welfare of the
general public or their occupants,may be required to be repaired, vacated or demolished;
providing penalties for the violation of such code,and repealing all ordinances and parts of
ordinances in conflict therewith, and the same is hereby adopted and incorporated as fully as
though set out at length herein, as provided by California Government Code § 50022.2 et seq.,
and Health and Safety Code §18941.5. From the date on which this chapter takes effect,the
provisions of said code together with amendments thereto shall be controlling within the
corporate limits of the city of Huntington Beach. (1332-7/66, 1629-2(71, 1883-1/74,2431-7/80,2747-2/85,
2976-12/88,3022-12/89,3147-7/92,3307-12/95,3424-7/99)
Huntington Beach Municipal Code 17.24.010- 17.24.030(c)
LEGISLATIVE DRAFT
Chapter 17.24
SUN DECKS--WINDSCREENS
(1114-1/65,2216-10177,2559-7/82,2975-12/88,3022-12/89,3231-4194)
Sections:
17.24.010 Construction
17.24.020 Railing
17.24.030 Windscreen
17.24.040 Repealed,Ord.2216-10/77
17.24.050 Repealed, Ord.2216-10177
17.24.060 Applicable to waterfront lots
17.24.070 Repealed, Ord.2337-1/79
17.24.080 Repealed, Ord.2337-1179
17.24.010 Construction. Decks projecting beyond the bulkhead shall meet the following design
requirements: (2975-12/88,3022-12/89)
(a) Decks shall be designed to sustain a minimum live load of one hundred(100)pounds per
square foot.
(b) There shall be no moment connection between the deck and the bulkhead.
(c) Projecting decks shall be designed to sustain all dead loads plus the r wired live load within
the stresses permitted for the particular materials by the�Ca�ornia Building
Code. In no case shall the resultant load on the bulkhead,from dead loading, exceed seven-
hundred and fifty(750)pounds per lineal foot. In addition, a maximum equivalent uniform
live load of fifty(50)pounds per square foot is permitted. This live load shall be used to
account for all ancillary features incorporated into the deck/patio structure including but not
limited to overlayment, windscreens, and planters. (3022-12189)
(d) Projecting decks are permitted along the bulkhead provided the total length of the deck along
the bulkhead does not exceed eighty(80%)percent of the length of the bulkhead abutting the
lot. (3022-12/89,3231-4/94)
(e) The elevation of the top of the deck shall not be higher than the height of the slab of the
ground floor of the dwelling unit nor be more than eighteen(18)inches above the top of the
bulkhead, whichever is less. (1114-1165,2216-10/77,3022-12/89))
(f) All decks shall be in conformance with the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision
Ordinance Code. (3231-4/94)
17.24.020 Railing. Railing,not exceeding forty-two(42)inches in height and capable of
withstanding a horizontal force of twenty (20)pounds per lineal foot applied to the top of the
railing may be constructed completely surrounding the deck area- (1114-2/65,2216-10/77)
17.24.030 Windscreen. The windscreens may enclose the entire deck perimeter within the
following structural limitations:
(a) Windscreens may be supported horizontally by bracing to the main dwelling.
(b) The windscreen shall be designed to withstand a horizontal wind load of ten(10)pounds per
square foot.
(c) Except for necessary framing and overhead windbreaks, all portions of the windscreen above
the allowed forty-two (42)inch railing height shall be open or of clear glass or other
transparent material.
17.24.030(d)-17.24.060 Huntington Beach Municipal Code
(d) All glass shall eemply with the applieable provisions of Chapter 54 of the HupAiag4ea B
Building God /444A )!L! 774R4/1/771
17.24.060 Applicable to waterfront lots. This chapter shall apply only to lots designated as
waterfront lots, and decks projecting beyond the bulkhead line shall be limited to wharfage areas
assigned to said waterfront lots (1114-1165,2559-7182)
4/94
AT- TACHMENT 3
THE COUNCIL DOES HEREBY EXPRESSLY FIND AND DETERMINE THAT
THE AMENDMENTS SET FORTH IN ORDINANCE NOS. 3789 & 37900
AMENDING THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS
ARE REASONABLY NECESSARY BECAUSE OF
LOCAL CLIMATIC, GEOLOGICAL OR TOPOGRAPHIC CONDITIONS.
ORDINANCE NO.3789 - CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE
• Appendix Chapter 1-All amendments are administrative in nature and not
subject to findings.
• Section 1910.1 —Amended to require minimum slab reinforcement and a vapor
barrier with 2" sand.
Finding - The amendment is reasonably necessary to address the following
geological conditions:
1. Much of the city is located in historical flood plain areas and is subject to
high ground water levels.
2. Many areas of the city contain soils that are expansive when subjected to
excessive moisture.
Providing a vapor barrier beneath on-grade concrete slab floors will minimize
water intrusion and the sand protects the barrier. Installation of minimum on-
grade concrete slab reinforcement acts to control excessive cracking.
• Section 901.1 - Amended Fire Protection System requirements to refer to
Chapter 17.56 (The Fire Code)
Finding - Refer to the Fire Code finding.
• Chapter 55 Methane Districts - Added to address construction on or near
former oil field sites.
Finding - The amendment is reasonably necessary to address the following
geological condition:
1. Many areas of the city contain currently operating or former oil fields that can
be conducive to the migration of subterranean methane gas deposits to the
surface.
Methane District Regulations reduce hazards presented from the accumulation of
methane gas by requiring appropriate testing and mitigation measures for all new
buildings located in the overlay district.
ORDINANCE NO. 3790 - 2007 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE
• Section 508.1 - Amended to delete commercial kitchen hoods for minor
warming appliances in food establishments.
This amendment is administrative in nature and not subject to findings.
ORDINANCE NO. 3790 - 2007 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE
• Section 412.7 - Amended to clarify allowable distance to toilet facilities on
construction sites.
This amendment is administrative in nature and not subject to findings.
• Section 701.1.2 - Amended to clarify where ABS and PVD drain, waste and
vent pipe can be used consistent with existing state law.
This amendment is administrative in nature and not subject to findings.
ORDINANCE NO. 3790 - 2007 CALIFORNIA ELECTRIC CODE
• Section 250-52 - Amended to limit ground rods to those suitable for corrosive
soils.
Finding - The amendment is reasonably necessary to address the following
geological conditions. Significant areas of Huntington Beach contain corrosive
soils. Ground rods must be electrically conductive so they cannot be wrapped or
otherwise protected from corrosion. Stainless steel ground rods will insure that
an acceptable grounding path will exist for the life of the building.
ATTACHMENT 4
Adoption of the
2007 California
Building & Safety Codes
Su it
Huntin Beach
Ross D. Cranmer
Building & Safety Director
December 3, 2007
Purpose of RCA
Adoption of the latest
California Building and
Safety Codes
• Building Code �
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• Mechanical Code
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• Electrical Code ` i ; - w,y
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Process
• State Building Standards commission
published the Model Codes on July 1,
2007
• State Law mandates enforcement 180
days after publication
• Enforcement date January 1, 2008
• Under consideration tonight are the
mandated State Codes and related
ordinances
Why Adopt codes?
■ Modify the administrative sections
to better serve our customers
• Make minor modifications to the
Code due to local conditions
2007 California Building Code
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Summary
• California Codes are mandated locally 180 days
after publication by the Building Standards
Commission
• The Codes technical provision will be law starting
on January 1, 2008 with or without City action
• Adoption allows the City to:
• Modify the administrative sections to better
serve our customers
• Make minor modifications to the Code due to
local conditions
QUESTIONS?
RCA ROUTING SHEET
INITIATING DEPARTMENT: Building &Safety
SUBJECT: Adoption of the 2007 California Building and Safety
Codes and Related Ordinances
COUNCIL MEETING DATE: December 3, 2007
RCA ATTACHMENTS STATUS
Ordinance (w/exhibits & legislative draft if applicable) Attached
Not Applicable ❑
Resolution (w/exhibits & legislative draft if applicable) Attached ❑
Not Applicable
Tract Map, Location Map and/or other Exhibits Attached ❑
Not Applicable
Contract/Agreement (w/exhibits if applicable) Attached ❑
(Signed in full by the City Attorne ) Not Applicable
Subleases, Third Party Agreements, etc. Attached ❑
(Approved as to form by City Attorne ) Not Applicable
Certificates of Insurance (Approved by the City Attorney) Attached ❑
Not Applicable
Fiscal Impact Statement (Unbudgeted, over $5,000) Attached ❑
Not Applicable
Bonds (If applicable) Attached ❑
Not Applicable
Staff Report (If applicable) Attach
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Not A elicable
Commission, Board or Committee Report (If applicable) Attached ❑
Not Applicable
Findings/Conditions for Approval and/or Denial Attached ❑
Not Applicable
ENPLAMATOOH FOR nNSSWG:AT` ACHMEHTS
REVIEWED RETURNED -.FOR RDED
Administrative Staff ( ) )
Deputy City Administrator Initial ( )
City Administrator Initial
City Clerk ( )
EXPLANATION FOR RETURN OF ITEM:
Only)
RCA Author:
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Court of Orange County,State of California,under date of Aug. 24, 1994,case
A50479.
PROOF OF NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING '
BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF
PUBLICATION THE CITY'
OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
ADOPTION OF THE
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) TILE I U(HEREB DES
NOTICE IS _HEREBY GIV-
EN that on Monday, De-
SS. cember 3, 2007 at 7:00
PM in the City Council
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) Chambers, 2000 Main,
Street, Huntington
Beach, the City-Council'
am the Citizen of the United States and a will hold a public hearing.
,to receive`and consider
resident of the County aforesaid; I am over the statements, of all
� :persons who wish to be
the age of eighteen ears, and not a art heard relative to the ap-
g g Y party ;plication described be �
to or interested in the below entitled matter. low:
Ordinance. Nos.', 3789,
1.3790,3791
I am a principal clerk of the HUNTINGTON ADOPTION OF THE
BEACH INDEPENDENT, a newspaper of rCODES'-en Ord nlancRe NI of
the City Council of the
general circulation, printed and published in 'City of Huntington Beach'
!Amending the Hunting
the City of Huntington Beach, County of 'ton ,Beach Municipal,
g !Code by repealing Chap
Orange, State of California, and the hers 17.02, 17.16, and
17.20, and amending'
attached Notice is a true and complete copy }Chapters 17.04,, 17.12,-
17.24,17.40,.,,11.44, .and
as was printed and published on the :17.48 to adopt by refer-
!ence the 2007 California'
following date(s): Building, Plumbing, Me-
chanical and the Electn-
cal,Codes and the whole'
thereof;save,and except'
such portions that here-
after are modified,!
amended or deleted by
the proposed ordi-I
fiances:
NOTICE IS.FURTHER giv-
NOVEMBER 1 5, 2 2, 2 O O 7 en that at least one;copy
of the California Building
,Code,. California Me-
chanical Code, California
Plumbing Code, and the
California Electrical Code
are on file in the Office
of the City Clerk„2000
Main Street, Huntington
Beach, California, for in-
spection by the public.A
copy of the .,proposed
ordinances are on file in
the Office of the City'
declare, under penalty of perjury, that the Clerk, 2000 Main Street,'
Huntington.Beach, Cali-
foregoing is true and correct. fornia, for inspection by
the public.
ALL INTERESTED. PER-
SONS are invited to at-
te'nd'said hearing ands
Executed on NOVEMBER 2 2, 2 O O 7 express opinions or sub-!
mit evidence for or'
at Huntington Beach, California against the proposed rel
dinances. .If there ,area
,any further questions,.
please call the Building:
and Safety Department)
at 714/536-5455 and re
fer to the above item.!
t Direct your written com-'
.� ���f / f munications to the-City!
Clerk:
Signature Joan Flynn;City Clerk
City of Huntington Beach
2000 Main Street,
2nd Floor,
Huntington Beach,CA
92648
714/536-5227 ,
Published Huntington
Beach Independent No-
vember 15, 22, 2007
113-989
Council/Agency Meeting Held: S a
Deferred/Continued to:
Appr ved ® Conditionally Approved ® Denied I Cler 's Sig ure
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Council Meeting Date: 11/5/2007 Department ID Number: BD2007-5
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
SUBMITTED BY: PENELOPE CULBRETH-GRAFT, CITY ADMINISTRATOR
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PREPARED BY: ROSS CRANMER, DIRECTOR OF BUILDING & SAFETY
SUBJECT: Introduction of the 2007 California Building and Safety Codes and
Related Ordinances
jEtemee:nt:of Issue,Funding Source,Recommended Action,Alternative Action(s),Analysis,Environmental Status,Attachment(s)
Statement of Issue: The 2007 construction codes that regulate the health and safety of the
structures in our community were adopted by the State of California on July 1, 2007. State
law mandates that these codes be enforced starting January 1, 2008. In order to amend the
codes to meet our local conditions we are required to officially adopt the codes. Companion
codes and ordinances used for the administration of the codes are also included.
Funding Source: Not applicable
Recommended Action: Motion to:
1. Approve Introduction of Ordinance No. 3789 , "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 17.04 OF THE HUNTINGTON
BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TITLED THE HUNTINGTON BEACH BUILDING CODE"
WITH FINDINGS.
2. Approve Introduction of Ordinance No. 3790 , "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE
CHAPTER 17.40 (MECHANICAL CODE), CHAPTER 17.44 (HUNTINGTON BEACH
PLUMBING CODE) AND CHAPTER 17.48 (HUNTINGTON BEACH ELECTRICAL
CODE)" WITH FINDINGS.
3. Approve Introduction of Ordinance No. 3791 , "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGON BEACH AMENDING VARIOUS CHAPTERS OF TITLE 17 OF THE
HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO CONSTRUCTION AND
STRUCTURES "
'REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
MEETING DATE: 11/5/2007 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: BD2007-5
4. "Direct that a Public Hearing be set for the adoption of Ordinance No. 3789 ,
Ordinance No. 3790 and Ordinance No. 3791 on December 3, 2007."
Alternative Action(s): The City Council may make the following alternative motion(s):
1. Do not approve the introduction; however that would result in the State Codes
becoming law by default without local amendments.
2. "Continue the item and direct staff accordingly."
Analysis:
Construction codes that regulate the health and safety of the structures in our city are
published every 3 years to keep up with current design technology and construction
materials. The California Building Standards Commission is charged with approving and
publishing the State Codes under Title 24. The 2007 editions of the California Building,
Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical Codes were published on July 1, 2007. In accordance
with Section 18941.5 of the State Health and Safety Code, the City is mandated to enforce
the Codes starting on January 1, 2008.
Official adoption of the Codes by reference allows the City of Huntington Beach to amend the
Codes for special conditions and hazards that do not exist in all jurisdictions. The specific
findings are also required to be adopted since the State requires that we justify that the
amendments are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographic
conditions. If the codes are not adopted, they will become law by default without
amendments.
Two companion codes, the Dangerous Buildings Code and the Sun Decks-Windscreens
Code, are included since they have very minor modifications that reflect the adoption of the
2007 Construction Codes.
Several Chapters are proposed to be repealed due to a number of reasons. First, Chapter
17.02, Uniform Administrative Code, is now in the body of the California Building Code and
is no longer needed. Chapter 17.16, Earthquake Hazard Regulations, is no longer needed
since all the unreinforced masonry buildings left in our City have been reinforced. Lastly,
Chapter 17.20, Driveways and Parking Areas is an old standard that is no longer used.
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REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
MEETING DATE: 11/5/2007 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: BD2007-5
Strategic Plan Goal:
Goal L-5: Improve the efficiency of the development review process.
Environmental Status:
Not applicable
Attachmengs1:
1. ELeative
nces
2. Drafts
3. Findings of fact for code amendments
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ATTACHMENT 1
ORDINANCE NO. 3789
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
AMENDING CHAPTER 17.04 OF THE. HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL
CODE TITLED THE HUNTINGTON BEACH BUILDING CODE
The City Council of the City of Huntington Beach does hereby ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. Various sections of the Huntington Beach Building Code are hereby
amended, added and deleted as follows:
SECTION 2. Section 17.04.020 is amended to read as follows:
17.04.020 Adoption. There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain code
known as the 2007 California Building Code, and the whole thereof, including Appendix
Chapter 1 entitled, "Administration" and Appendix I entitled, "Patio Covers," save and except
those portions as are hereafter modified or amended. Such code, and amendments thereto, are
hereby adopted and incorporated, pursuant to California Government Code §50022.2 et seq., and
Health and Safety Code §18941.5, as fully as though set forth at length herein, for the purpose of
regulating and administering the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving,
removal, conversion, demolition, occupancy, equipment, use, height, area, and maintenance of
buildings or structures in the City of Huntington Beach, and repealing all ordinances and parts of
ordinances in conflict herewith. From the date on which this chapter takes effect the provisions
of such code, together with amendments thereto shall be controlling within the corporate limits
of the City of Huntington Beach. (375-8/34, 530-5/48, 592-12/52, 869-9161, 1064-7/64, 1139-5/65, 1331-7/67,
1626-2/71,2027-1/76,2431-7/80,2747-2/85,2976-12/88,3022-12/89,3147-7/92,3305-12/95,3422-7/99,3573-10/02)
SECTION 3. Section 17.04.031 is hereby added, said section to read as follows:
17.04.031 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, §101.2 Scope, amended. The provisions of this code shall
apply to the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment,
use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure
or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures.
SECTION 4. Section 17.04.032 is hereby added, said section to read as follows:
17.04.032 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, §105.2 Work exempt from permit, amended. Exemptions
from 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 other laws or ordinances
of this jurisdiction. Permits shall not be required for the following:
Building:
1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds,
playhouses, pagodas, gazebos and similar uses, provided the floor area does not
exceed 120 square feet.
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2. Fences not over 42 inches high or architectural features not exceeding 6 feet in
height and not within required zoning setbacks.
3. Oil derricks and tanks.
4. Retaining walls which do not support over 2 feet of earth measured from the
bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge or
impounding Class I, 111 or IIIA liquids.
5. Water tanks supported directly on grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000
gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed 2:1.
6. Sidewalks, platforms, decks and driveways not more than 30 inches above
adjacent grade, and not over any basement or story below and not part of an
accessible route.
7. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops and similar finish
work.
8. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery.
9. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes, not
including service systems.
10. Swings, other playground equipment and similar type recreational structures.
11. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall that do not project more than 54
inches from the exterior wall and do not require additional support in Group R-3
and U occupancies.
12. Nonfixed and movable fixtures, cases, racks, counters and partitions not over 5
feet 9 inches in height.
13. Flag poles, light poles and TV dishes in connection with a Group R, Division 3
occupancy and not exceeding 15 feet in height.
14 Re-roofing an area smaller than 100 square feet while satisfying all applicable
application requirements.
15. Replacement doors and windows when the waterproofing membrane is not altered
and emergency egress dimensions are equal to or better than the original
permitted layout.
16. New roof penetrations less than 14" by 14" when no framing modifications or
additions are required.
Unless otherwise provided by this code, separate plumbing, electrical and mechanical permits
will be required for the above-exempted items.
Electrical:
1. Repairs and maintenance: Minor repair work, including the replacement of lamps
or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved
permanently installed receptacles.
2. Radio and television transmitting stations: The provision of this code shall not
apply to electrical equipment used for radio and television transmissions, but do
apply to equipment and wiring for a power supply and the installations of towers
and antennas.
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3. Temporary testing systems: A permit shall not be required for the installation of
any temporary system required for the testing or servicing of electrical equipment
or apparatus.
4. Temporary decorative lighting.
5. Replacement of attachment plug receptacles, but not the outlets therefore.
6. Replacement of general use snap switches.
7. Repair or replacement of any overcurrent device of the required capacity in the
same location.
8. Repair or replacement of electrodes or transformers of the same size and capacity
for signs or gas tube systems.
9. The wiring for temporary theater, motion picture or television stage sets.
10. Electrical wiring, devices, appliances, apparatus or equipment operating at less
than 25 volts and not capable of supplying more than 50 watts of energy.
11. Low-energy power, control and signal circuits of Classes II and III as defined in
the electrical code.
12. Non vehicle mounted portable generators.
13. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make
such equipment unsafe.
Gas:
1. Portable heating appliance.
2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make
such equipment unsafe.
Mechanical:
1. Portable heating appliance.
2. Portable ventilation equipment.
3. Portable cooling unit. -
4. Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment
regulated by this code.
5. Replacement of any part that does not alter its approval or make it unsafe.
6. Portable evaporative cooler.
7. Self-contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds or less of refrigerant
and actuated by motors of I horsepower or less.
Plumbing:
1. The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste, or vent pipe, provided,
however, that if any concealed trap, drain pipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe
becomes defective and it become necessary to remove and replace the same with
the new material, such work shall be considered as new work and a permit shall
be obtained and inspection made as provided in this code.
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2. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or fixtures and
the removal and reinstallation of water closets, provided such repairs do not
involve or require the replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes, or fixtures.
3. Repair or replacement of any plumbing fixture or appliance of the same type and
size and in the same location. Exception: electric and fuel gas water heaters.
4. Replacement of any part that does not alter its approval or make it unsafe.
SECTION 5. Section 17.04.033 is hereby added, said section to read as follows:
17.04.033 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, §105.3.2 Expiration of plan review, amended. Applications
for which no permit is issued within 180 days following the date of application shall expire
automatically, and plans and other data submitted for review may thereafter be returned to the
applicant or destroyed by the building official. The building official may extend the time for
action by the applicant in increments of 180 days subject to the following conditions:
1. The applicant shall submit an application every 180 days, accompanied by a plan
review extension fee, established by resolution of the City Council.
2. Any plans that remain in plan review over 360 days shall meet all construction
standards that are adopted at the time the permit is issued.
3. Plans may not remain in plan review more than 720 days except under extreme
situations as approved by the building official.
SECTION 6. Section 17.04.034 is hereby added, said section to read as follows:
17.04.034 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, §105.5 Expiration of permit, amended. Every permit issued
shall become invalid unless the work on the site authorized by such permit is commenced with
180 days after its issuance, or if the work authorized on the site by such permit is suspended or
abandoned for a period of 180 days after the time the work is commenced. Work shall be
considered suspended or abandoned if substantial approval of one of the required progress
inspections is not accomplished every 180 days. Before such work can be recommenced, a new
permit shall be first obtained, and the fee therefore shall be one half the amount required for a
new permit for such work, provided no changes have been made or will be made in the original
plans and specifications for such work; and provided further that such suspension or
abandonment has not exceeded one year. In order to renew action on a permit after one year, the
permittee shall pay a new full permit fee.
The permittee holding an unexpired permit may apply for an extension. The building official
may extend the time for actions by the permittee for a period not exceeding 180 days upon
written application by the permittee. Permits shall not be extended more than once except under
extreme situations and when approved by the building official.
SECTION 7. Section 17.04.035 is hereby added, said section to read as follows:
17.04.035 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, Section 108 Fees, amended. CBC Appendix Chapter 1,
Section 108 Fees is amended to read as follows:
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§108.1 Payment of fees. A permit shall not be valid until the fees prescribed by law have been
paid, nor shall an amendment to a permit be released until the additional fee, if any, has been
paid. The building official may allow temporary exceptions.
§108.1.1 Plan review fees. When a plan or other data is required to be submitted a plan review
fee shall be paid. This fee shall be paid at the time of submitting plans and specifications for plan
review. Said plan review fees shall be as established by resolution of the City Council.
§108.1.2 Permit fees. The fee shall be paid at permit issuance. The standard for determination of
value or valuation of the project shall be made by the building official and as established by
resolution of the City Council.
§108.1.3 Miscellaneous service fees. Whenever an application is made for all other services, a
fee for the service in an amount established by resolution of the City Council shall be paid to the
City.
§108.2 Schedule of permit fees. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical, and
plumbing systems or alterations requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as
required, in accordance with the schedule as established by resolution of the City Council.
§108.3 Building permit valuations. The applicant for a permit shall provide an estimated permit
value at time of application. Permit valuations shall include total value of work, including
materials and labor, for which the permit is being issued, such as electrical, gas, mechanical,
plumbing equipment and permanent systems. If, in the opinion of the building official, the
valuation is underestimated on the application, the permit shall be denied, unless the applicant
can show detailed estimates to meet the approval of the building official. Final building permit
valuation shall be set by the building official and as established by resolution of the City
Council.
§108.4 Work commencing; before permit issuance. Any person who commences any work on a
building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system before obtaining the
necessary permits shall be subject to an investigation fee established by resolution by the City
Council that shall be in addition to the required permit fees.
§108.5 Related fees. The payment of the fee for the construction, alteration, removal or
demolition for work done in connection to or concurrently with the work authorized by a
building permit shall not relieve the applicant or holder of the permit from the payment of other
fees that are prescribed by law.
§108.6 Refunds. The building official may authorize the refund of any fee paid hereunder for
work that was not performed or for fees that were collected erroneously as established by
resolution of the City Council.
SECTION 8. Section 17.04.036 is hereby added, said section to read as follows:
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17.04.036 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, §110.1 Use and occupancy, amended. No building or
structure shall be used or occupied, nor shall a change in the existing occupant or occupancy
classification of a building or structure or portion thereof be made until the building official has
issued a certificate of occupancy therefore as provided herein. Issuance of a certificate of
occupancy shall not be construed as an approval of a violation of the provisions of this code or of
other ordinances of the jurisdiction.
Exception: Group R, Division I & 3 (except hotels and motels) and U occupancies.
SECTION 9. Section 17.04.060 is amended to read as follows:
17.04.060 CBC Section 1910 Minimum Slab Provisions, 0910.1 General, amended. All
concrete floor slabs on grade shall have a minimum net thickness of 3 1/2 inches, and shall be
provided with minimum reinforcing equal to 6 x 6-W 1.4 x W I A welded fabric. When such slabs
are to be covered with carpet or any floor covering they shall be separated from the ground by
two(2) inches of clean sand over an approved vapor barrier.
SECTION 10. Section 17.04.070 is amended to read as follows:
17.04.070 CBC Chapter 9 Fire Protection Systems, 001.1 Scope, amended. The provisions of
this chapter shall specify where fire protection systems are required and shall apply to the design,
installation and operation of fire protection systems. For amended sprinkler requirements, see
Huntington Beach Municipal Code, Chapter 17.56 of this code.
SECTION 11. The 'EXCEPTIONS" portion of Section 17.04.080, §3605(b)(5), is
hereby amended for clerical correction from numerical to alphabetical, as follows:
EXCEPTIONS:
a. The bolt or bolts need not be key operated but shall not be otherwise
activated, from the exterior side of the door.
b. The bolt or bolts may be engaged or disengaged automatically with the
dead bolt or by another device on the active leaf or lower leaf.
C. Manually-operated hardened bolts at the top and bottom of the leaf and
which embed a minimum of one-half(1/2) inch into the device receiving
the projected bolt may be used when not prohibited by the Building Code
or other laws and regulations.
SECTION 12. Sections 17.04.090 and 17.04.095 are hereby deleted.
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SECTION 13. This ordinance shall become effective 30 days after its adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach at a
regular meeting thereof held on the day of 12007.
Mayor
ATTEST: INITIATED AND APPROVED:
City Clerk Director of Building& Safety
REVIEWED AND APPROVED: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
tom,
City Acininistrator s�City Attorney
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ORDINANCE NO. 3790
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
AMENDING HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE
CHAPTER 17.40—HUNTINGTON BEACH MECHANICAL CODE,
CHAPTER 17.44—HUNTINGTON BEACH PLUMBING CODE, AND
CHAPTER 17.48—HUNTINGTON BEACH ELECTRICAL CODE
The City Council of the City of Huntington Beach does hereby ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. Sections 17.40.010 and 17.40.040 of Huntington Beach Municipal
Code Chapter 17.40, entitled Huntington Beach Mechanical Code, are hereby amended to
read as follows:
17.40.010 Adoption. There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain
code known as the 2007 California Mechanical Code, and the whole thereof, including
appendices A, B and C, except as hereinafter provided but excluding chapters 1, 13 and 14
thereof. Such code, and amendments thereto, is hereby adopted and incorporated, pursuant to
California Government Code §50022.2 et seq., and Health and Safety Code §18941.5, as fully
as though set forth at length herein, for the purpose of protecting public health and safety by
prescribing by minimum standards for the use, design and installation of heating, ventilating,
comfort-cooling equipment and refrigeration systems; by requiring a permit and inspection for
the installation, alteration and replacement of said equipment. From the date on which this
chapter takes effect, the provisions thereof shall be controlling within the corporate limits of
the City of Huntington Beach. (1938-10/74, 2172-3/77, 2431-7/80,2747-6/85, 2976-12/88, 3022-12/89, 3147-7/92,
3312-2/96,3425-7/99,3574-10/02)
17.40.040 Commercial Kitchen Hoods. §508.1 is hereby amended by adding the following
exception: (3574-10/02)
§508.1 Exception. A hood will not be required where the only warming appliance in the
establishment consists of an enc�osed electric convection oven having a capability of reaching
a maximum temperature of 350 F. The oven must be listed by an approved testing agency
and approved by the Orange County Health Department. (3147-7/92,3312-2/96,3425-7/99, 3574-10/02)
SECTION 2. Sections 17.40.045, 17.40.050 and 17.40.060 of Huntington Beach
Municipal Code Chapter 17.40, entitled Huntington Beach Mechanical Code, are hereby
deleted.
SECTION 3. Sections 17.44.010, 17.44.025 and 17.44.035 of Huntington Beach
Municipal Code Chapter 17.44, entitled Huntington Beach Plumbing Code, are hereby
amended to read as follows:
17.44.010 Adoption. There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain
code known as the 2007 California Plumbing Code, and the whole thereof, including
Appendices A, D, E and I, except as hereafter provided, but excluding Chapter 1, entitled
"Administration." Such code, and amendments thereto, is hereby adopted and incorporated,
pursuant to California Government Code § 50022.2 et seq., and Health and Safety Code §
18941.5 as fully as though set forth at length herein for the purpose of prescribing regulations
governing the installation, alteration, repair and maintenance of plumbing and drainage
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systems. From the date on which this chapter takes effect, the provisions of said code,
together with amendments thereto, shall be controlling within the corporate limits of the city
of Huntington Beach. (1937-10/74,2089-8/76,2431-7/80,2747-2/85,2976-12/88, 3022-12/89,3147-7/92,3426-7/99)
17.44.025 Toilet facilities for workers. §412.7 is hereby amended by adding the following:
§412.7 Toilet facilities for workers. Suitable toilet facilities shall be provided and maintained
in a sanitary condition for the use of workers during construction. Such toilet facilities shall
be located upon or within a reasonable distance of the lot, premises, or site upon which such
work is being done. In no case shall the line of travel to any toilet facility exceed 500 feet.
(3147-7/92,3575-10102)
17.44.035 Materials. Subsection 701.1.2 §701, is hereby amended to read as follows:
(3309-12/95,3575-10102)
§ 701.1.2-ABS and PVC DWV piping installations shall be installed in accordance with IS 5,
IS 9 and Chapter 15 "Firestop Protection." Except for individual single family dwelling units,
materials exposed within ducts or plenums shall have a flamespread index of not more than 25
and a smoke-developed index of not moir6 than 50, when tested in
accordance with the Test for Surface— Burning Characteristics of the Building Materials (see
the Building Code standards based on ASTM E-84 and ANSI/UL 723).
ABS and PVC DWV piping installations shall be limited to structures not more than two (2)
stories in height of Type IH, IV, or V construction. (3147-7/92,3309-12/95,3426-7/99,3575-10/02)
SECTION 4. Sections 17.44.030 and 17.44.095 of Huntington Beach Municipal
Code Chapter 17.44, entitled Huntington Beach Plumbing Code, are hereby deleted.
SECTION 5. Section 17.48.010 of Huntington Beach Municipal Code Chapter 17.48,
entitled Huntington Beach Electrical Code, is hereby amended to.read as follows:
17.48.010 Adoption. There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain
code known as the 2007 California Electrical Code excepting Article 89 and except as
hereafter provided. Such code is hereby adopted and incorporated pursuant to Government
Code § 50022.2 et seq. and Health and Safety Code §18941.5 for the purpose of prescribing
regulations governing the installation, alteration, repair and maintenance of all electrical
installations in the City of Huntington Beach, and repealing all ordinances and parts of
ordinances in conflict therewith. From the date on which this chapter takes effect, the
provisions of said code, together with amendments thereto, shall be controlling within the
corporate limits of the city of Huntington Beach. (1935-10/74,2431-7/80,2567-9/82,2787-9/85, 2976-12/88,
3022-12/89,3115-6191, 3311-12/95,3428-7/99,3577-10/02,3719-8/05)
SECTION 6. Sections 17.48.050 and 17.48.060 of Huntington Beach Municipal
Code Chapter 17.48, entitled Huntington Beach Electrical Code, are hereby deleted.
SECTION 7. This ordinance shall become effective 30 days after its adoption.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach at a
regular meeting thereof held on the day of , 2007.
Mayor
ATTEST: INITIATED AND APPROVED:
City Clerk Director of Building and Safety
REVIEW ND APPROVED: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
City Administrator City Xttorney �p.Zy•D�"
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ORDINANCE NO. 3791
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
AMENDING VARIOUS CHAPTERS OF TITLE 17 OF THE HUNTINGTON BEACH
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO CONSTRUCTION AND STRUCTURES
The City Council of the City of Huntington Beach does hereby ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. The following Chapters of Title 17 of the Huntington Beach Municipal
Code are hereby deleted in their entirety:
Chapter 17.02 Uniform Administrative Code
Chapter 17.16 Earthquake Hazard Regulations
Chapter 17.20 Driveways and Parking Areas
SECTION 2. Section 17.12.010 of the Huntington Beach Dangerous Buildings Code
is hereby amended to read as follows:
17.12.010 Adoption There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain
code known as the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, 1997 edition,
and the whole thereof, save and except such portions as are hereinafter deleted, modified, or
amended, for the purpose of providing a just, equitable and practicable method, or otherwise
available at law, whereby buildings or structures which from any cause endanger the life,
limb, health, morals, property, safety or welfare of the general public or their occupants, may
be required to be repaired, vacated or demolished; providing penalties for the violation of
such code, and repealing all ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict therewith, and the
same is hereby adopted and incorporated as fully as though set out at length herein, as
provided by California Government Code § 50022.2 et seq., and Health and Safety Code
§18941.5. From the date on which this chapter takes effect, the provisions of said code
together with amendments thereto shall be controlling within the corporate limits of the city
of Huntington Beach. (1332-7/66, 1629-2/71, 1883-1/74, 2431-7/80, 2747-2/85, 2976-12/88, 3022-12/89, 3147-7/92,
3307-12/95,3424-7/99)
SECTION 3. Section 17.24.010 of Chapter 17.24 Sun Decks-Windscreens is hereby
amended to read as follows:
17.24.010 Construction. Decks projecting beyond the bulkhead shall meet the following
design requirements: (2975-12188,3022-12189)
(a) Decks shall be designed to sustain a minimum live load of one hundred (100) pounds per
square foot.
(b) There shall be no moment connection between the deck and the bulkhead.
(c) Projecting decks shall be designed to sustain all dead loads plus the required live load
within the stresses permitted for the particular materials by the California Building Code.
In no case shall the resultant load on the bulkhead, from dead loading, exceed seven-
hundred and fifty (750) pounds per lineal foot. In addition, a maximum equivalent
uniform live load of fifty (50) pounds per square foot is permitted. This live load shall be
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used to account for all ancillary features incorporated into the deck/patio structure
including but not limited to overlayment, windscreens, and planters. (3022-12/89)
(d) Projecting decks are permitted along the bulkhead provided the total length of the deck
along the bulkhead does not exceed eighty (80%) percent of the length of the bulkhead
abutting the lot. (3022-12/89, 3231-4/94)
(e) The elevation of the top of the deck shall not be higher than the height of the slab of the
ground floor of the dwelling unit nor be more than eighteen (18) inches above the top of
the bulkhead, whichever is less. (1114-1/65, 2216-10f77, 3022-12/89))
(f) All decks shall be in conformance with the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision
Ordinance Code. (3231-4/94)
SECTION 4. Subsection (d) of Section 17.24.030 of Chapter 17.24 Sun Decks-
Windscreens is hereby deleted.
SECTION 5. This ordinance shall become effective 30 days after its adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach at a
regular meeting thereof held on the day of , 2007.
Mayor
ATTEST: INITIATED AND APPROVED:
City Clerk Director of Building and Safety
REVIEWED AND APPROVED: APPPROVvED,AS TO FORM:
01 11 0-7
City Ad nistrator City Attorney `� )O�(ZAJ7
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ATTACHMENT 2
ORDINANCE NO. 3789
LEGISLATIVE DRAFT
Chapter 17.04
BUILDING CODE
(375-8/34,530-5/48, 592-12/52,869-9/61, 1064-7/64,1139-5/65, 1331-7/67,1626-2/71, 1935-11174,2027-1/76,2431-7/80,
2747-2/85,2787-9/85,2875-11/86,2976-12/88, Urg.Ord.3006-6/89,3004-8/89,3022-12/89, 3147-7/92,3260-11/94,3261-11/94,
3305-12/95,3422-7/99,3573-1 U/02)
Sections:
17.04.010 Title
17.04.020 Adoption
17.04.030 Chapter 1 deleted
17.04.031 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, 1012 Scope, amended
17.04.032 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, 1105:2 Work exempt from permit,
amended
17.04.033 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, §105.3.2 Expiration of plan review,
amended
17.04.034 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, §105.5 Expiration of permit,
amended
17.04.035 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, Section 108 Fees, amended
17.04.036 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, §110.1 Use and occupancy, amended
17.04.040 (Repealed, Ord 3147-7/92)
17.04.050 (Repealed, Ord 3147-7/92)
17.04.055 (Provisions moved to the Housing Code)
17.04.060 -- Nfinimtffn Slab Thiekne CBC §1910.1 General,
amended
17.04.064 (Repealed, Ord 3573-10/02)
17.04.070 § 9042 amended "„*,.mafie Fife fe Extinguishing Systv CBC §901.1 Scope,
amended
17.04.075 (Repealed, Ord 3422-7/99)
17.04.080 Chapter 36 added--Building security
17.04.085 Methane District Regulations
Repealed
1 0 Appendix Chapter- i s, §1 c i� Repealed
1 /. 4.0I95 T ✓ L n 1 ,.en
17.04.100 (Repealed, Ord 3260-11/94)
17.04.110 (Repealed, Ord 3260-11/94)
17.04.010 Title. This chapter shall be known as the Huntington Beach Building Code, may be
cited as such, and will be referred to herein as the Building Code. (1935-11/74,2027-1/76,2431-7/80,
2747-2/85,3422-7/99)
17.04.020 Adoption. There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain code
known as the 2404-2007 California Buildin& Code, and the whole thereof, includin& eiets
A pendix Chapter 1 entitled, "Administration" and Appendix I entitled,
66 atio Covers, ' thefete save and except those portions as are
hereafter modified or amended. Such code, and amendments thereto, are hereby adopted
and incorporated, pursuant to California Government Code §50022.2 et seq., and Health and
Safety Code § 18941.5, as fully as though set forth at length herein, for the purpose of regulating
and administering the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving,
removal, conversion, demolition, occupancy, equipment, use, height, area, and maintenance of
buildings or structures in the City of Huntington Beach, and repealing all ordinances and parts of
ordinances in conflict herewith. From the date on which this chapter takes effect the provisions
of such code, together with amendments thereto shall be controlling within the corporate limits
of the City of Huntington Beach. (375-8/34,530-5/48,592-12/52, 869-9/61, 1064-7/64, 1139-5/65, 1331-7/67,
1626-2/71,2027-1/76,2431-7/80,2747-2/85,2976-12/88,3022-12/89, 3147-7192,3305-12/95,3422-7/99,3573-10/02)
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17.04.030 Chapter 1 of the Building Code is hereby deleted. (2431a/80,2747-2/85,3305-12/95,3422ai99)
17.04.031 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, 4101.2 Scope amended. The provisions
of this code shall apply tot the construction, alteration, movement,
enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location,
maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure or any
appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures.
17.04.032 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, 005.2 Work exempt from permit,
amended. Exemptions from 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 other laws or ordinances of this
jurisdiction. Permits shall not be required for the following:
Building:
1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage
sheds, playhouses, pagodas, gazebos and similar uses, provided the
floor area does not exceed 120 square feet.
2. Fences not over 42 inches high or architectural features not
exceeding 6 feet in height and not within required zoning setbacks.
3. Oil derricks and tanks.
4. Retaining walls which do not support over 2 feet of earth measured
from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless
supporting a surcharge or impounding Class I, II or ILIA liquids.
5. Water tanks supported directly on grade if the capacity does not
exceed 5,000 gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width
does not exceed 2:1.
6. Sidewalks, platforms, decks and driveways not more than 30 inches
above adjacent grade, and not over any basement or story below and
not part of an accessible route.
7. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops and
similar finish work.
8. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and
scenery.
9. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural
purposes, not including service systems.
IO.Swings, other playground equipment and similar type recreational
structures.
1 l.Window awnings supported by an exterior wall that do not project
more than 54 inches from the exterior wall and do not require
additional support in Group R-3 and U occupancies.
12.Nonfixed and movable fixtures, cases, racks, counters and partitions
not over 5 feet 9 inches in height.
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13.Flag poles, light poles and TV dishes in connection with a Group R,
Division 3 occupancy and not exceeding 15 feet in height.
14.Re-roofing an area smaller than 100 square feet while satisfying all
app➢icable application requirements.
15.Replacement doors and windows when the waterproofing membrane
is not altered and emergency egress dimensions are equal to or
better than the original permitted layout.
16.New roof penetrations less than 14" by 14" when no framing
modifications or additions are required.
Unless otherwise provided by this code, separate plumbing, electrical and
mechanical permits will be required for the above-exempted items.
Electrical:
1. Repairs and maintenance: Minor repair work, including the
replacement of lamps or the connection of approved portable
electrical equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles.
2. Radio and television transmitting stations: The provision of this
code shal➢ not apply to electrical equipment used for radio and
television transmissions, but do apply to equipment and wiring for a
power supply and the installations of towers and antennas.
3. Temporary testing systems: A permit shall not be required for the
installation of any temporary system required for the testing or
servicing of electrical equipment or apparatus.
4. Temporary decorative lighting.
5. Replacement of attachment plug receptacles, but not the outlets
therefore.
6. Replacement of general use snap switches.
7. Repair or replacement of any overcurrent device of the required
capacity in the same location.
8. Repair or replacement of electrodes or transformers of the same size
and capacity for signs or gas tube systems.
9. The wiring for temporary theater, motion picture or television stage
sets.
1O.Electrical wiring, devices, appliances, apparatus or equipment
operating at less than 25 volts and not capable of supplying more
than 50 watts of energy.
11.Low-energy power, control and signal circuits of Classes II and III
as defined in the electrical code.
12.Non vehicle mounted portable generators.
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13.Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of
equipment or make such equipment unsafe.
Gas:
1. Portable heating appliance.
2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of
equipment or make such equipment unsafe.
Mechanical:
1. Portable heating appliance.
2. Portable ventilation equipment.
3. Portable cooling unit.
4. Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling
equipment regulated by this code.
5. Replacement of any part that does not alter its approval or make it
unsafe.
6. Portable evaporative cooler.
7. Self-contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds or less of
refrigerant and actuated by motors of 1 horsepower or less.
Plumbing:
1. The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil,waste, or vent pipe,
provided, however, that if any concealed trap, drain pipe,water, soil,
waste or vent pipe becomes defective and it become necessary to
remove and replace the same with the new material, such work shall
be considered as new work and a permit shall be obtained and
inspection made as provided in this code.
2. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or
fixtures and the removal and reinstallation of water closets, provided
such repairs do not involve or require the replacement or
rearrangement of valves, pipes, or fixtures.
3. Repair or replacement of any plumbing fixture or appliance of the
same type and size and in the same location. Exception: electric and
fuel gas water heaters.
4. Replacement of any part that does not alter its approval or make it
unsafe.
17.04.033 CPC Appendix Chapter 1, 4105.3.2 Expiration of plan review,
amended. Applications for which no permit is issued within 180 days
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following the date of application shall expire automatically, and plans and
other data submitted for review may thereafter be returned to the applicant
or destroyed by the building official. The building official may extend the
time for action by the applicant in increments of 180 days subject to the
following conditions:
1. The applicant shall submit an application every 180 days, accompanied
by a plan review extension fee, established by resolution of the City
Council.
2. Any plans that remain in plan review over 360 days shall meet all
construction standards that are adopted at the time the permit is issued.
3. Plans may not remain in plan review more than 720 days except under
extreme situations as approved by the building official.
17.04.034 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, 4105.5 Expiration of permit, amended.
Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work on the site
authorized by such permit is commenced with 180 days after its issuance, or if
the work authorized on the site by such permit is suspended or abandoned for
a period of 180 days after the time the work is commenced. Work shall be
considered suspended or abandoned if substantial approval of one of the
rewired progress inspections is not accomplished every 180 days. Before
such work can be recommenced, a new permit shall be first obtained, and the
fee therefore shall be one half the amount required for a new permit for such
work, provided no changes have been made or will be made in the original
plans and specifications for such work; and provided further that such
suspension or abandonment has not exceeded one year. In order to renew
action on a permit after one year, the permittee shall pay a new full permit
fee.
The permittee holding an unexpired permit may apply for an extension. The
building official may extend the time for actions by the permittee for a period.
not exceeding 180 days upon written application by the permittee. Permits
shall not be extended more than once except under extreme situations and
when approved by the building official.
17.04.035 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, Section 108 Fees, amended. CBC
Appendix Chapter 1, Section 108 Fees is amended to read as follows:
4108.1 Payment of fees. A permit shall not be valid until the fees prescribed
by law have been paid, nor shall an amendment to a permit be released until
the additional fee, if any, has been paid. The building official may allow
temporary exceptions.
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U08.1.1 Plan review fees. When a plan or other data is required to be
submitted a plan review fee shall be paid. This fee shall be paid at the time of
submitting plans and specifications for plan review. Said plan review fees
shall be as established by resolution of the City Council.
008.1.2 Permit fees. The fee shall be paid at permit issuance. The standard
for determination of value or valuation of the project shall be made by the
building official and as established by resolution of the City Council.
4108.1.3 Miscellaneous service fees. Whenever an application is made for all
other services, a fee for the service in an amount established by resolution of
the City Council shall be paid to the City.
008.2 Schedule of permit fees. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas,
mechanical, and plumbing systems or alterations requiring a permit, a fee for
each permit shall be paid as required, in accordance with the schedule as
established by resolution of the City Council.
008.3 Building permit valuations. The applicant for a permit shall provide
an estimated permit value at time of application. Permit valuations shall
include total value of work, including materials and labor, for which the
permit is being issued, such as electrical, gas, mechanical, plumbing
equipment and permanent systems. If, in the opinion of the building official,
the valuation is underestimated on the application, the permit shall be denied,
unless the applicant can show detailed estimates to meet the approval of the
building official. Final building permit valuation shall be set by the building
official and as established by resolution of the City Council.
008.4 Work commencing before permit issuance. Any person who
commences any work on a building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or
plumbing system before obtaining the necessary permits shall be subject to an
investigation fee established by resolution by the City Council that shall be in
addition to the required permit fees.
4108.5 Related fees. The payment of the fee for the construction, alteration,
removal or demolition for work done in connection to or concurrently with
the work authorized by a building permit shall not relieve the applicant or
holder of the permit from the payment of other fees that are prescribed by
law.
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4108.6 Refunds. The building official may authorize the refund of any fee
paid hereunder for work that was not performed or for fees that were
collected erroneously as established by resolution of the City Council.
17.04.036 CBC Appendix Chapter 1, 4110.1 Use and occupancy, amended.
Into building or structure shall be used or occupied, nor shall a change in the
existing occupant or occupancy classification of a building or structure or
portion thereof be made until the building official has issued a certificate of
occupancy therefore as provided herein. Issuance of a certificate of occupancy
shall not be construed as an approval of a violation of the provisions of this
code or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction.
Exception: Group R, Division 1 & 3 (except hotels and motels) and U
occupancies.
17.04.060 Slab Thiekness CBC Section 1910 Minimum
Sla Provisions, §1910.1 General, amended. S. 19,00.4.4 of the Building ing Code is
afneaded to read as fellows;-(33o5 12196 3422 1900 4-4. All concrete floor slabs on
grade shall have a minimum net thickness of 3 1/2 inches, and shall be
provided with minimum reinforcing equal to 6 x 6-W1.4 x W1.4 welded
fabric. When such slabs are to be covered with car]pet or any floor covering
they shall be separated from the ground by two (2) finches of clean sand over
an approved vapor barrier.
& 1900-4.4. All eener-ete Reef slabs on gfade shall have a iniftimum net thiekness of-3 1�2.ine
and shall ' . . * with minimum r-eiftfefeing equal te 6 N 6 WIA �f WIA welded
When s „,l, _l l.ss mare tt be a .-e with ear-pet anyfleet-, g they shall be s , a fated f m
�t li�/11 JUVll J1UVJ U1V�.p-pV�i� � � �
the ._._.__.._a by two (2) inehes of elect . ......'? ever-..n approvedvaper-l'-------- (2027 1/76 2434 7180
2747 2185 2-76 12/ 8 3305 12M5 3422 7 99)
17.04.070 CBC Chapter 9 fire
Protection Svstems, §901.1 Scope, amended. *nn^ 2 of the Building Cede is tnedifio l
he provisions of this chapter shall specify where fire protection systems are
required and shall a ply to the design, installation and operation of fire
protection systems. or amended sprinkler requirements, see Huntington
Beach Municipal Code, Chapter 1` '56 of this code.
77.56 eY C1 is a �+. (2027 1176,2431 7180,7747 2M,3022 12/89 3306 1M6 3422 1 9)
17.04.080 Chapter 36 added--Building security. The Building Code is hereby amended by
adding thereto new Chapter 36 entitled, "Building Security,"to read as follows: (3022-12/89,
3305-12/95,3422-7/99)
§ 3601. Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to establish minimum standards of construction
for protection against unlawful entry. (3305-12/95)
3602. Alternative security provisions. When approved by the building official, site security
systems may be provided in lieu of the specific security provisions of section 3608,
'Garages--Multiple dwellings.' (3022-12/89,3305-12/95,3422-7/99)
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§ 3603. Definitions. For the purpose of this chapter, certain terms used herein are defined as
follOWS: (3305-12/95,3422-7/99)
'Cylinder guard' means a hardened ring surrounding the exposed portion of the lock cylinder
or other device which is so fastened as to protect the cylinder from wrenching,prying, cutting
or pulling by attack tools.
'Deadlocking latch' means a latch in which the latch bolt is positively held in the projected
position by a guard bolt, plunger or auxiliary mechanism.
'Dead bolt' means a bolt which has no automatic spring action and which is operated by a key
cylinder, thumb turn, or level, and is positively held fast when in the projected position.
'Latch' means a device for automatically holding a door shut after being closed.
'Light' means any glazed opening whether glazed with glass,plastic, metal, wood or
composition sheets or panels, or similar materials, and shall include windows, skylights, view
ports or view panels and similar openings.
§ 3604. Entry vision. All main or front entry doors to R occupancies shall be arranged so that the
occupant has a view of the area immediately outside without opening the door. Such view may be
provided by a door viewer or view port or by window or other opening located and constructed as
required by this chapter. Such area shall be provided with a light. (3305-12/95,3422-7/99)
§ 3605. _Doors. (3305-12/95,3422-7/99)
(a) General. A door forming a part of the enclosure of a dwelling unit or of an area of a building
occupied by one tenant shall be constructed, installed, and secured as set forth in this section.
(b) Swinging.
(1) Swinging wooden doors which can be opened from the inside without using a key shall be
of solid core construction. Lights in doors shall be as set forth in this chapter. (3022-12/89)
(2) A single swinging door, the active leaf of a pair of doors, and the bottom leaf of Dutch
doors shall be equipped with a dead bolt and deadlocking latch. The dead bolt and latch
may be activated by one lock or by individual locks. Dead bolts shall contain hardened
inserts, or equivalent, designed to repel cutting tool attack. The lock or locks shall be key
operated from the exterior side of the door and engaged or disengaged from the interior
side of the door by a device which requires no key, special knowledge or effort.
(3) A straight dead bolt shall have a minimum throw of one (1) inch and the embedment shall
be not less than five-eighths (5/8) inch into the holding device receiving the projected
bolt. All dead bolts of locks which automatically activate two (2) or more dead bolts shall
embed at least one-half(1/2) inch but need not exceed three-fourths (3/4) inch into the
holding devices receiving the projected bolts. (3022-12/89)
(4) A deadlocking latch shall be provided with a bolt projecting not less than five-eighths
(5/8) inches from the edge of the door in which it is installed.
(5) The inactive leaf of a pair of doors and the upper leaf of Dutch doors shall be equipped
with a dead bolt or dead bolts as set forth in subsection(b)(2) above.
EXCEPTIONS:
(0a. The bolt or bolts need not be key operated but shall not be otherwise activated,
from the exterior side of the door.
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(fib. The bolt or bolts may be engaged or disengaged automatically with the dead
bolt or by another device on the active leaf or lower leaf.
(3)c. Manually-operated hardened bolts at the top and bottom of the leaf and which
embed a minimum of one-half(1/2) inch into the device receiving the
projected bolt may be used when not prohibited by the Building Code or other
laws and regulations.
(6) Doorstops on wooden jambs for in-swinging doors shall be of one piece construction with
the jamb or joined by a rabbet.
(7) Nonremovable pins shall be used in pin-type hinges which are accessible from the outside
when the door is closed.
(8) Cylinder guards shall be installed on all mortise or rim-type cylinder locks installed in
doors whenever the cylinder projects beyond the face of the door or when otherwise
accessible to gripping tools.
(9) Unframed glass doors shall be of fully tempered glass not less than one-half(1/2) inch
thick.
(10)Narrow-framed glass doors shall be of fully tempered glass not less than one-quarter(1/4) inch
thick.
(c) Sliding glass doors. Sliding glass doors shall be equipped with locking devices.
Cylinder guards shall be installed on all mortise or rim-type cylinder locks installed in doors
whenever the cylinder projects beyond the face of the door or is otherwise accessible to
gripping tools. (3305-12/95)
3606. Windows, or other openings. (3422-7/99,3573-10/02)
(a) General. Windows, or other similar openings shall be constructed, installed and secured as
set forth in this section. (2976-12/88,3022-12/89,3422-7/99,3573-10/02)
(b) Materials. Only fully-tempered glass or approved metal bars, screens, or grills shall be used
for any opening in which glass is utilized which is located within forty(40) inches of the
locking device on a door. (3305-12/95)
(c) Locking devices. All windows or other openings which are designed to be opened shall be
provided with locking devices. (3305-12/95,3573-10/02)
§ 3608. Garages--Multiple dwellings. Whenever a development includes three (3) or more
dwelling units, all covered parking required by other provisions of the Huntington Beach
Ordinance Code shall be provided by fully-enclosed garages. Garage space for each tenant shall
be separated by partitions of three-eighths (3/8) inch plywood or any approved equivalent with
studs set not more than twenty-four(24) inches apart on one side. Doors and windows in such
garages shall be constructed, equipped and secured as required by this chapter. (2027-1/76,2431-7/80,
2456-11/80,2747-2/85,2787-9/85,3022-12/89,3305-12195,3422-7/99)
17.04.085 Methane District Regulations. The Building Code is hereby amended by adding
thereto new Chapter 55 entitled"Methane District Regulations"to read as follows:
(3004-8/89,3022-12/89,3422-7/99)
§ 5501. Purpose. This Division sets forth the minimum requirements of the City of Huntington
Beach for new building construction in the defined methane overlay districts. It is also the
purpose of this chapter to reduce the hazards presented from accumulations of methane gas by
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