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COUNTY OF ORANGE )
I am a citizen of the United States and a
resident of the County aforesaid; I am
over the age of eighteen years, and not
a party to or interested in the notice
published. I am a principal clerk of the
HUNTINGTON BEACH INDEPENDENT, CITY OfHUNTINGTONBEACH `
which was adjudged a newspaper of j- LEGAINOTkE
ORDINANCE NO.,3900 .
general circulation on August 24, 1994, Adopted by the City Council on
case A50479, for the City of Huntington ' , NOVEAATHE CITY OF .;
'AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON -�
Beach, County of Orange, and the State BEACH AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER
17.56 ADOPTING THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE"
of California. Attached to this Affidavit is SYNOPSIS:.
THE FIRE CODE IS REVISED EVERY THREE YEARS
a true and complete copy as was printed i TO KEEP+PACE WITH CURRENT TECHNOLOGIES
AND HAZARDOUS; PROCESSES: THE, CITY.;OF i
HUNTINGTON BEACH, UPON REVIEW AND EVAL-
and published on the following date(s): I UATION;TRADITIONALLY ADOPTS THE REVISED
EDITION. THE 2010.CALIFORNIA FIRE'CODE IS .t
THE LATEST MODEL,CODE REVISION PUBLISHED
BY.,THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS
COMMISSION IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE INTER-
NATIONAL,CODE„COUNCIL. STATE LAW MAN-
DATES THAT THIS CODE BE.ENFORCED BY ALL
CALIFORNIA JURISDICTIONS 4STARTING JANUARY
1,2011.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of
November 25, 2010 the City of Huntington Beach' regular J
meeting held November 15, 2010 by`the follow-
ing roll call vote:
AYES:Coerper,Green,Bohr,Dwyer,`Hansen '
NOES None'
ABSTAIN:None
ABSENT:,Carchio,Hardy
THE FULL.TEXT OF THE ORDINANCE IS"AIL.
' ABLE IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE.
This' ordinance is effective 30 days after
i certify (or declare) under penalty of adoption CITY OF
perjury that the foregoing is true and HUNTINGTON BEACH
2000 MAIN STREET ;
correct. HUNTINGTON BEACH,CA 92648
'714-536-5227
JOAN L.FLYNN,
CITY CLERK
Published Huntington,Beach Independent No-
vember 25,2010 114-210 i
Executed on November 26, 2010 -- -_
at Costa Mesa, California
Signature
Ordinance No. 3900
17.56.780 CFC Section 4404.1.2 Liquid-tight floor-Amended.
17.56.790 CFC Section 4603.1 Required construction- Amended.
17.56.800 CFC Section 4603.4 Sprinkler systems -Amended.
17.56.810 CFC Section 4603.4.3 Tenant improvements- Added.
17.56.820 CFC Section 4603.6 Fire alarm systems- Amended.
17.56.830 CFC Section 4603.6.10 Tenant improvements-Added.
17.56.840 NFPA 13, Installation of sprinkler systems- Amended.
17.56.850 NFPA 13D, Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One-and Two-Family Dwellings
and Manufactured Homes -Amended.
17.56.860 NFPA 13R, Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to
and Including Four Stories in Height- Amended.
17.56.870 NFPA 14, Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems-Amended.
17.56.880 NFPA 24, Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances-
Amended.
17.56.890 NFPA 72,National Fire Alarm Code - Amended.
17.56.900 Appendix B Section B105.1 One- and two-family dwellings - Amended.
17.56.010 Adoption. A certain document, one (1) copy of which is on file in the Office of the
City Clerk of Huntington Beach, California Code of Regulations Title 24, Part 9, being marked
and designated as the California Fire Code, 2010 edition, including Appendix Chapter 4 and
Appendices B, BB, C, CC, F, 1, and J, as published by the California Building Standards
Commission, is hereby adopted as the Fire Code of the City of Huntington Beach, in the State of
California, regulating and governing the safeguarding of life and property from fire and
explosion hazards arising from the storage, handling and use of hazardous substances, materials
and devices, and from conditions hazardous to life or property in the occupancy of buildings and
premises as herein provided; providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees
therefore; and each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of said
Fire Code, including all sections not adopted by the California State Fire Marshal, on file in the
Office of the City Clerk of Huntington Beach are hereby referred to, adopted, and made a part
hereof, as if fully set out in this code, with the additions, insertions, deletions and amendments,
prescribed in Chapter 17.56 of this code.
17.56.020 Definition. Wherever the word "jurisdiction" is used in the Huntington Beach Fire
Code as a reference to a location, it shall mean the City of Huntington Beach.
17.56.030 CFC Section 105.4 Construction documents - Amended. Construction documents
shall be in accordance with this section. Included shall be copies of material data sheets on all
listed system equipment, including but not limited to valves, sprinklers, escutcheons, switches,
detectors, horns, strobes, batteries, control panels and water supply data and calculations. The
fire code official reserves that right to request additional information when such information is
considered necessary to determine compliance with the code and appropriate standards.
17.56.040 CFC Section 105.4.2.1 Fire protection system shop drawings - Amended. Shop
drawings for fire protection system(s) shall be submitted to indicate compliance with this code
and the construction documents and shall be approved prior to the start of installation. Shop
drawings shall contain all information as required by the referenced installation standards in
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Chapter 9. Shop drawings are required for any fire protection system that is to be installed or
modified, regardless of the number of sprinkler heads, alarm devices or nozzles involved, or the
dollar value of the work.
17.56.050 CFC Section 108.1 Board of appeals established - Amended. In order to hear and
decide appeals of orders, decisions, or determinations made by the fire code official relative to the
application of this code, there may be convened a board of appeals. The board of appeals shall be
appointed by the City Council or City Attorney and shall hold office at their pleasure. The fire
code official shall be an ex offcio member of said board but shall have no vote on any matter
before the board. The board shall adopt rules of procedure for conducting its business, and shall
render all decisions and findings in writing to the appellant with a duplicate copy to the fire code
official.
17.56.060 CFC Section 109.3 Violation penalties - Amended. Persons who shall violate a
provision of this code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall
erect, install, alter, repair or do work in violation of the approved construction documents or
directive of the fire code official, or of a permit or certificate used under provisions of this code,
may be guilty of a misdemeanor as prescribed in Chapter 1.16 of the Huntington Beach Municipal
Code. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a
separate offense.
17.56.070 CFC Section 202 General Definitions, HIGH-RISE BUILDING -Amended.
NIGH-RISE BUILDING. As used in this code:
i. "Existing high-rise structure" means a high-rise structure, the construction of which is
commenced or completed prior to July 1, 1974.
2. "High-rise structure" means every building of any type of construction or occupancy
having floors used for human occupancy located more than 55 feet above the lowest floor
level having building access (see California Building Code, Section 403.1.2), except
buildings used as hospitals as defined in Health and Safety Code Section 1250.
3. "New high-rise structure" means a high-rise structure, the construction of which is
commenced on or after July 1, 1974.
17.56.080 CFC Section 307.1 General - Amended. A person shall not kindle or maintain or
authorize to be kindled or maintained any open burning or recreational fire unless conducted and
approved in accordance with this section.
17.56.090 CFC Section 307.1.1 Prohibited open burning - Amended, Open burning or
recreational fires that are offensive or objectionable because of smoke or odor emissions, or
when atmospheric conditions or local circumstances make such fires hazardous, shall be
prohibited.
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17.56.100 CFC Section 307.3 Extinguishment authority - Amended. The fire code official is
authorized to order the extinguishment by the permit holder, another person responsible or by the
fire department of open burning or a recreational fire that creates or adds to a hazardous or
objectionable situation.
17.56.110 CFC Section 318 Development on or near land containing or emitting toxic,
combustible or flammable liquids, gases or vapors-Added.
CFC SECTION 318
DEVELOPMENT ON OR NEAR LAND CONTAINING OR EMITTING TOXIC,
COMBUSTIBLE OR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS, GASES OR VAPORS.
CFC Section 318.1 Geological studies, evaluations, reports. The fire code official may
require the submittal for approval of geological studies, evaluations, reports, remedial
recommendations and/or similar documentation from a state-licensed and department-approved
individual or firm, on any parcel of land to be developed which has, or is adjacent to, or within
1000 feet of a parcel of land that has an active, inactive, or abandoned oil or gas well operation,
petroleum or chemical refining facility, petroleum or chemical storage, or may contain or give
off toxic,combustible or flammable liquids, gases or vapors.
17.56.120 CFC Section 319 Parade floats -Added.
CFC SECTION 319
PARADE FLOATS
319.1 Decorative materials. Decorative materials on parade floats shall be non-
combustible or flame retardant.
319.2 Fire protection. Motorized parade floats and towing apparatus shall be provided
with a minimum 2A 1 OB:C rated portable fire extinguisher readily accessible to the operator.
17.56.130 CFC Section 503.1.1 Buildings and facilities - Amended. Approved fire apparatus
access roads shall be provided for every building, facility or portion of a building hereafter
constructed or moved into or within the jurisdiction. The fire apparatus access road shall comply
with the requirements of this section and shall extend to within 150 feet of all portions of the
facility and all portions of the exterior walls of the first story of the building as measured by an
approved route around the exterior of the building or facility.
Exception: The fire code official is authorized to increase the dimension of 150 feet where:
1. Reserved.
2. Fire apparatus access roads cannot be installed because of location on property,
topography, waterways, nonnegotiable grades or other similar conditions, and an
approved alternative means of fire protection is provided.
3. There are not more than two Group R-3 or Group U occupancies.
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17.56.140 CFC Section 503.2.1 Dimensions -Amended. Fire apparatus access roads shall have
an unobstructed width of not less than 24 feet. Fire access roadways adjacent to the front of
commercial buildings shall be a minimum of 26 feet in width. Fire apparatus access roads shall
have an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13 feet 6 inches. Approved security
gates shall be a minimum of 24 feet in unobstructed drive width. Multiple travel lane security
gates shall be a minimum of 14 feet in unobstructed drive width on each side and shall be in
accordance with Section 503.6.
17.56.150 CFC Section 503.2.3 Surface - Amended. Fire apparatus access roads shall be
designed, and maintained to support the imposed loads of fire apparatus (75,000 lbs. load/12,000
point load)and shall be surfaced so as to provide all-weather driving capabilities. Speed limiting
features shall not be installed and the road surface shall not be modified without approval? from
the fire code official.
17.56.160 CFC Section 503.2.4 Turning radius - Amended. The required turning radius of a
fire apparatus access road shall be determined by the fire code official. Fire access road turns
and corners shall be designed with a minimum inner radius of 17 feet and an outer radius of 45
feet. Radius must be concentric.
17.56.170 CFC Section 503.2.5 Dead ends - Amended. Dead-end fire apparatus access roads
in excess of 150 feet in length shall be provided with an approved area for turning around
apparatus. Roads 600 feet or longer in length may not terminate in a radius or hammerhead
turnabout, but must become part of an inter-tying loop circulation system.
17.56.180 CFC Section 503.6 Security dates - Amended. The installation of security gates
across a fire apparatus access road shall be approved by the fire code official. Where security
gates are installed, they shall have an approved means of emergency operation. The security
gates and the emergency operation shall be maintained operational at all times. Secured
automated vehicle gates or entries shall utilize approved Knox access switches when required by
a fire code official. Secured non-automated vehicle gates or entries shall utilize an approved
padlock or chain (maximum link or lock shackle size of 1/4 inch) when required by a fire code
official. Residential complexes using secured automated vehicle entry gates or entries shall
utilize a combination of an Opticom strobe-activated switch and an approved Knox key electric
switch when required by a fire code official. Gate arms securing parking lots and parking
structures shall be equipped with a fire department approved dual-keyed Knox key electric
switch. When activated, the arm or arms shall open to allow fire and law enforcement access.
Approved security gates shall be a minimum of 24 feet in unobstructed drive width. Multiple
travel lane security gates shall be a minimum of 14 feet in unobstructed drive width on each
side. An unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13 feet 6 inches shall be provided and
maintained. Secured automated vehicle gates or entries shall utilize a straight 30 feet approach
and departure, measured from the furthermost related gate, island, guard shack structure or other
obstructions. Electric gate key switches, padlocks and lock boxes for accessing properties shall
be sub-mastered for law enforcement access. Sub-mastering lock boxes for building access is
not required. In the event of a power failure, the gates shall be defaulted or automatically
transferred to a fail safe mode allowing the gate to be pushed open without the use of special
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knowledge or any equipment. If a two-gate system is used, the override switch must open both
gates. If there is no sensing device that will automatically open the gates for exiting, a fire
department approved Knox electrical override switch shall be placed on each side of the gate in
an approved location. A final field inspection by the fire marshal or an authorized representative
is required before electronically controlled gates may become operative. Prior to final
inspection, electronic gates shall remain in a locked-open position. Electric gate operators,
where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325. Gates intended for automatic
operation shall be designed, constructed and installed to comply with the requirements of ASTM
F 2200 unless in conflict with this section.
17.56.190 CFC Section 505.1 Address identification - Amended. New and existing buildings
shall have approved address numbers, building numbers or approved building identification
placed in a position that is plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the
property. These numbers shall contrast with their background. Address numbers shall be Arabic
numerals or alphabet letters. Numbers shall be a minimum of 4 inches (102 mm) high with a
minimum stroke width of 0.5 inch (12.7 mm) for single-family residences. All multi-family,
multi-retail and multi-commercial occupancies shall have a minimum of 6 inch high numbers,
with a minimum one-and-one-half inch (1 '/2 ") stroke. All light and heavy industrial
occupancies shall have a minimum of 10 inch high numbers, with a minimum one-and-one-half
inch (1 '/2") stroke. All complexes that are three (3) stories or greater in height and/or have two
(2) or more building units shall have a minimum of 10 inch high numbers, with a one-and-one-
half inch(1 %2") stroke. All multi-family, multi-industrial and multi-industrial occupancies shall
identify individual units with numbers a minimum of 4 inches, affixed to the unit's front door
entrance or frame. All buildings with a rear door access shall identify that unit with the proper
numbers affixed to the door or frame. All buildings with two (2) or more units shall identify
utility meters according to the unit being serviced. Numbers shall be affixed on a structure in
clear view,unobstructed by trees or shrubs.
17.56.200 CFC Section 506.1 Where required - Amended. Where access to or within a
structure or an area is restricted because of secured openings or where immediate access is
necessary for life-saving or fire-fighting purposes, the fire code official is authorized to require a
key box to be installed in an approved location. The key box shall be of an approved type and
shall contain keys to gain necessary access as required by the fire code official. Key boxes for
accessing properties shall be sub-mastered for law enforcement access. Sub-mastering key
boxes for building access is not required. Secured emergency access gates serving apartment,
town home or condominium complex courtyards, paseos, pools, Jacuzzis, saunas, or spa areas
must be secured with a key box in addition to association or facility locks. The nominal height
of Knox lock box installations shall be 5 feet above grade. Location and installation of Knox key
boxes must be approved by the fire code official.
17.56.210 CFC Section 506.1.2 Key boxes required - Added. Unless determined otherwise by
the fire code official, key boxes are required for all structures with fire alarm or sprinkler
systems which are connected to a monitoring service.
Exception: The fire code official may approve a 24 hour on-location security service as
negating the requirement for a key box.
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17.56.220 CFC Section 507.1 Required water supply - Amended. An approved water supply
capable of supplying the required fire flow for fire protection shall be provided to premises upon
which facilities, buildings or portions of buildings are hereafter constructed or moved into or
within the jurisdiction.
Exception: The provisions of Title 25 California Code of Regulations, Chapter 2, Subchapter
1, Article 6 — Fire Protection Standards for Parks — are hereby adopted by reference, and
apply to all existing mobile home parks licensed by the State of California Department of
Housing and Community Development (HCD), notwithstanding any contrary provisions as
set forth in Title 25, Section 1304(a).
17.56.230 CFC Section 507.5 Fire hydrant systems - Amended. Fire hydrant systems shall
comply with Sections 507.5.1 through 507.5.7 and Appendix C or by an approved method.
Minimum basic fire hydrant spacing for multi-family residential (triplexes or greater, apartment
houses, hotels, convents or monasteries) and all commercial or industrial properties shall be
spaced not more than 300 feet along streets or fire apparatus access roadways, so that all fire
apparatus-accessible portions of the building are within 150 feet of a hydrant. Minimum basic
fire hydrant spacing for single family detached and duplex residential dwellings less than 5,000
square feet or having fire flows below 2,000 gallons per minute (GPM) shall be spaced not more
than 500 feet along the street or fire apparatus access roadways, so that each dwelling is within
300 feet of a hydrant.
17.56.240 CFC Section 507.5.7 Fire hydrant supply connections - Added. It shall be
prohibited for underground water supply lines with a single connection from a municipal main to
supply both fire hydrants and fire suppression systems. Looped supply lines that are supplied
from two points of connection shall be allowed for hydrants and fire suppression system
supplies.
17.56.250 CFC Section 604.2.15.1.1 Standby power loads - Amended. The following loads
are classified as standby power loads:
1. Smoke control system.
2. Fire pumps.
3. Standby power shall be provided for elevators in accordance with Section 3003 of the
California Building Code.
17.56.260 CFC Section 604.2.15.2.1 Emergency power loads - Amended. The following
loads are classified as emergency power loads:
1. Emergency voice/alarm communication systems.
2. Fire alarm systems.
3. Automatic fire detection systems.
4. Elevator car lighting.
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COUNTY OF ORANGE )
I am a citizen of the United States and a
resident of the County aforesaid; I am
over the age of eighteen years, and not
a party to or interested in the notice
published. I am a principal clerk of the
HUNTINGTON BEACH INDEPENDENT,
which was adjudged a newspaper of
general circulation on August 24, 1994, -- - - - -
case A50479, for the City of Huntington NOTICE Of PUBUC HEARING
g CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
Beach,.County.of Orange, and the State AD0PT10HOf THE 2016EDIVON'Of THE CWFORNIA FIE CODE
Of:Callfornla.. Rttached t0 this Affidavit Is NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach.in the City Council Chambers of
a true_,andeomplete'copy as was printed the Civic Center located at 2000 Main Street,Huntington Beach,California,
and / at the hour of 6 p.m, or as soon thereafter as possible on Monday, the
published on the following dates 15th of November 2010, for the purpose of considering adoption of an
g 1 Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach amending
Huntington Beach Municipal Code by repealing Chapter 17.56.and adding
thereto a new Chapter 17.56 to adopt the,CaliforniaFire Code, 2010
edition.
A complete report detailing proposed adoption of the Fire Code is available
for,review by the public at City Hall,2000 Main Street, in the City,Clerk's
office between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through
Friday. Interested persons may also contact,the Fire Department at 2000
Main Street, Huntington Beach, California 92648,to receive,additional
October 21, 28, 2010 information.
i All citizens.are invited to attend the public hearing and provide the'City
Council with'written and oral comments or ask questions concerning
proposed adoption of the Fire Code.
! The City of Huntington Beach' endeavors to accommodate 'persons of
handicapped status in the admission or acre§s to, or treatment or
employment in, City programs, or activities.The City of Huntington Beach
is an equal opportunity employer. ;
Dated October 21,2010 CITY OF HUNTING,TON BEACH
certify (or declare) under penalty of lOAN`FLY0 City Clerk
200 'Main Street
perjury that the foregoing is true and Huntington Beach,CA36-5228
Telephone:(714)536-5227.
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Y g Council of the City of Huntington Beach in the City Council Chambers of
Beach, County of:.Orange, and the State the Civic Center located at 2000 Main Street,Huntington Beach,California,
at the hour of 6 p.m. or as soon thereafter.,as possible on Monday, the
of California. Attached to.this Affidavit is : 15th of November 2010, for the purpose of considering adoption of an
Ordinance,of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach amending
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p copy, p thereto a new Chapter 17.56 to adopt the California Fire Code, 2010 ,
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for review by the public at City,Hall,2000 Main Street, in the City Clerk's
office between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday.through
Friday. Interested persons may also contact the Fire Department at 2000
Main,Street, Huntington Beach, California 92648 to receive additional
information.
All citizens are invited to attend the public hearing and provide the City
Council with written.and oral comments or ask questions concerning
proposed adoption of the Fire.Code.
The City of Huntington Beach endeavors to accommodate persons of
October 21 28 2010 handicapped status'in the admission or.access to, or treatment or
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is an equal opportunity employer.
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the Civic Center located at 2000 Main Street,Huntington Beach,California,
at the hour of 6 p.m, or as soon thereafter as possible on Monday, the
15th of Npvember 2010, for the purpose of considering adoption of an
Ordinance,,of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach amending
Huntington Beach Municipal Code by repealing Chapter 17.56 and adding
thereto a new Chapter 17.56 to adopt the California Fire Code, 2010
edition:.
A complete report detailing proposed adoption of the Fire Code is available
for review by the public at City Hall, 2000 Main Street, in the City Clerk's
office between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through
Friday. Interested persons may also contact the Fire Department at 2000
Main Street, Huntington Beach. California 92648 to receive additional
information.
All citizens are invited to attend the public hearing and provide the City
Council with written and oral comments or ask questions concerning
proposed adoption of the Fire Code.
The City of Huntington Beach endeavors to accommodate persons of
handicapped status in the admission or access to, or treatment or
v employment in, City programs, or activities. The City of Huntington Beach
is an equal opportunity employer.
Dated:October 21,2010
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
JOAN FLYNN,City Clerk
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
ADOPTION OF THE 2010 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the City Council of the
City of Huntington Beach in the City Council Chambers of the Civic Center located at 2000
Main Street, Huntington Beach, California, at the hour of 6 p.m. or as soon thereafter as
possible on Monday, the 15th of November 2010, for the purpose of considering adoption
of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach amending Huntington
Beach Municipal Code by repealing Chapter 17.56 and adding thereto a new Chapter
17.56 to adopt the California Fire Code, 2010 edition.
A complete report detailing proposed adoption of the Fire Code is available for review by
the public at City Hall, 2000 Main Street, in the City Clerk's office between the hours of
8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Interested persons may also contact the
Fire Department at 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California 92648 to receive
additional information.
All citizens are invited to attend the public hearing and provide the City Council with written
and oral comments or ask questions concerning proposed adoption of the Fire Code.
The City of Huntington Beach endeavors to accommodate persons of handicapped status
in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, City programs, or activities.
The City of Huntington Beach is an equal opportunity employer.
Dated: October 21, 2010
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
JOAN FLYNN, City Clerk
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Telephone: (714) 536-5227
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Council Meeting Date: October 4, 2010 Departm t ID Number: FD 10-015
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Fred A. Wilson, City Administrator
PREPARED BY: Patrick McIntosh, Fire Chief
SUBJECT: Approve for introduction Ordinance No. 3900 amending Huntington
Beach Municipal Code (HBMC) Chapter 17.56 by adopting the
California Fire Code, 2010 Edition; and, schedule a public hearing for
November 15, 2010
Statement of Issue: The City Council is requested to adopt an ordinance amending
Municipal Code, Chapter 17.56 adopting the California Fire Code, 2010 Edition.
Financial Impact: Not applicable.
Recommended Action: Motion to:
After the City Clerk reads by title, approve for introduction Ordinance No. 3900, "An
Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Municipal Code Chapter 17.56
Adopting the California Fire Code" 2010 Edition; and, schedule a public hearing for
November 15, 2010.
Alternative Action(s): Do not introduce the Ordinance.
REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
MEETING DATE: 10/4/2010 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: FD 10-015
Analysis: The Fire Code is revised every three years to keep pace with current technologies
and hazardous processes. The City of Huntington Beach, upon review and evaluation,
traditionally adopts the revised edition. The 2010 California Fire Code is the latest model
code revision published by the California Building Standards Commission in conjunction with
the International Code Council. State law mandates that this Code be enforced by all
California jurisdictions starting January 1, 2011.
In order to amend this Code to meet our local conditions and special hazards that do not
exist in all jurisdictions, the City needs to officially adopt the code by ordinance (Attachment
1) prior to January 1, 2011. Therefore, it is important that any revisions be made at the time
of introduction. The ordinance will then be known as the Huntington Beach Fire Code. If this
Code is not adopted as such, it will become law by default without amendments.
Adopting the 2010 California Fire Code would coincide with the adoption of the 2010
California Building Code and 2010 California Residential Code by the Department of
Planning and Building, scheduled for November 1, 2010. The 2010 California Building Code
is published by the California Building Standards Commission. It is a sister publication of the
2010 California Fire Code, which coordinates code references between the two publications
to prevent conflicting code sections. It is important to adopt these two publications
simultaneously.
The City of Huntington Beach amendments to the California Fire Code appear in the
Legislative Draft of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code (HBMC), Chapter 17.56
(Attachment 2). The California Building Standards Commission requires that amendments to
the California Fire Code, as a component of the California Building Standards Code, be
supported by findings of fact. The express findings for local amendments to the 2010 Fire
Code are shown as Attachment 3. They correlate the proposed revisions to the Fire Code to
the local conditions that necessitate the changes.
A summary of the changes to the 2010 Edition of the California Fire Code is included as
Attachment 4. Of greatest significance, the 2010 Edition of the California Fire Code includes
a requirement for installation of automatic sprinklers in all newly constructed residences. This
requirement is mandated by the State of California. Previously, installation of fire sprinkler
systems was only required in Huntington Beach when the structure exceeded 5,000 square
feet. All structures, other than residential, will continue to have the 5,000 square foot fire
sprinkler requirement.
If the ordinance is introduced at this meeting, a public hearing would be scheduled for the
City Council meeting of November 15, 2010, at which time adoption could also take place.
The ordinance would become effective 30 days after its adoption. The accompanying
PowerPoint presentation is shown as Attachment 5.
Environmental Status: None.
Strategic Plan Goal: Maintain and Enhance Public Safety
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
MEETING DATE: 10/4/2010 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: FD10-015
Attachment(s):
Page Number 'No. 13�escriiptioa
1. Ordinance No. 3900, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach
Amending Municipal Code Chapter 17.56 of the California Fire Code"
2010 Edition
2. Legislative Draft of Huntington Beach Municipal Code, Chapter 17.56
3. Express Findings for Local Amendments of the 2010 Fire Code
4. Summary of the 2010 California Fire Code (CFC) changes from the
2007 Edition
5. PowerPoint Presentation
6. Supple ental Information regarding Photovoltaic Guidelines
7. Orange County Fire Chief's Association Guideline for Fire Safety
Elements of Solar Photovoltaic Systems
ATTACHMENT # 1
ORDINANCE NO. 3900
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
AMENDING HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE
CHAPTER 17.56 ADOPTING THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE
WHEREAS, Section 17958.5 of the California Health and Safety Code permits the City
to make changes or modifications to the California Fire Code as such changes or modifications
are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geographic or topographical conditions;and
WHEREAS, the Fire Chief of the City of Huntington Beach has recommended that the
California Fire Code be adopted by the City with certain changes or modifications which are
necessary to meet local climatic, geographical or topographical conditions,
The City Council of the City of Huntington Beach does hereby ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. Findings. The following findings are herby adopted in support of Chapter
17.56 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code and the amendments thereto. The findings shall
not be codified.
FINDINGS
The City of Huntington Beach is aware that due to climatic, geological and topographical
conditions, there is potential for disasters and major fires within the City. The applicable finding
for each amendment, addition, or deletion from the California Fire Code (CFC) is listed in
Section 2 of this ordinance.
Climatic Conditions
1. Hot, dry, high velocity winds (called Santa Ana winds) are common in the area. These
winds reduce the relative humidity causing severe drying of the vegetation and common
building materials. These dry conditions predispose the area to large destructive fires
(conflagration).
2. The local climate is currently in a drought condition. Dry climatic conditions can create
the potential for the rapid spread of fire in both vegetation and structures. The addition of
fire protection systems will supplement the Fire Department response by providing
immediate protection for the building occupants and by containing or controlling the
spread of fire. Fire sprinkler systems also provide an efficient use of water for the control
and containment of fires.
3. The southern boundary of the City is along the Pacific Ocean. Winter storms and tropical
storms come into the City from the ocean. These storms can create high winds and large
ocean waves, which can cause flooding in large areas of the city. Along part of the
eastern boundary of the city is the Santa Ana River. This river originates in the San
Bernardino Mountains and flows through many communities until it terminates in the
ocean at the Huntington Beach/Newport Beach border. The river is contained in a man-
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made channel. Heavy rainfall and urban runoff has potential to cause flooding in the
flood plain due to the river and/or its tributaries.
Geological Conditions
4. The City of Huntington Beach is located in an area of high seismic activity. The
Newport-Inglewood Fault runs through the City, which is the largest of several faults.
Studies reveal that this fault has the probability of generating a 6.6 magnitude earthquake.
Because of the population density and the number of structures in the City,the risk of life
loss and property damage due to earthquake activity is considerable.
5. Major earthquakes are always accompanied by the disruption of traffic flow. Fires
caused by damaged flammable gas piping; ruptured fuel storage tanks and electrical
arching are probable. The Fire Department responses to fires and other emergencies may
be compromised. The presence of built-in fire protection systems and regulation of tank
installations provide an added degree of protection for the community.
6. The City is located in a low to moderate tsunamis area. These seismic sea waves have
the ability to flood large sections of the low-lying areas. These flood conditions also
impact the response and activity level of the Fire Department.
7. Much of the City is deemed to be a methane district due to the natural detritus of organic
matter in the Huntington Beach Oil Field, which was first discovered in 1920 and from
which there was approximately 1.8 million barrels of oil and nearly one billion cubic feet
of gas produced in 2009. This hazard presents a unique threat to the City and has the
potential to cause fire, or environmental emergencies.
Topographical Conditions
8. The City has a population of 200,000 people in 29 square miles. The daytime population
increases significantly in the summer due to beach related activities.
9. Heavy traffic is common on the City streets and roadways. There are two state highways
(Beach Boulevard and Pacific Coast Highway) and a major freeway (1-405) routed
through the City.
10. There are also numerous narrow alleys and cul-de-sacs present. The ability for fire
apparatus access is critical for timely emergency response. The regulation of these access
routes is necessary to help provide reasonable response times.
SECTION 2. Effective January 1, 2011, Chapter 17.56 of the Huntington Beach Municipal
Code is repealed in its entirety and replaced as follows:
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Chapter 17.56
HUNI'INGTON BEACH FIRE CODE
Sections:
17.56.010 Adoption.
17.56.020 Definition.
17.56.030 CFC Section 105.4 Construction documents-Amended.
17.56.040 CFC Section 105.4.2.1 Fire protection system shop drawings - Amended.
17.56.050 CFC Section 108.1 Board of appeals established- Amended.
17.56.060 CFC Section 109.3 Violation penalties-Amended.
17.56.070 CFC Section 202 General Definitions, HIGH-RISE BUILDING-Amended_
17.56.080 CFC Section 307.1 General -Amended.
17.56.090 CFC Section 307.1.1 Prohibited open burning- Amended.
17.56.100 CFC Section 307.3 Extinguishment authority-Amended.
17.56.110 CFC Section 318 Development on or near land containing or emitting toxic,
combustible or flammable liquids, gases or vapors - Added.
17.56.120 CFC Section 319 Parade floats—Added.
17.56.130 CFC Section 503.1.1 Buildings and facilities -Amended.
17.56.140 CFC Section 503.2.1 Dimensions -Amended.
17.56.150 CFC Section 503.2.3 Surface -Amended.
17.56.160 CFC Section 503.2.4 Turning radius - Amended.
17.56.170 CFC Section 503.2.5 Dead ends- Amended.
17.56.180 CFC Section 503.6 Security gates - Amended.
17.56.190 CFC Section 505.1 Address identification-Amended.
17.56.200 CFC Section 506.1 Where required- Amended.
17.56.210 CFC Section 506.1.2 Key boxes required- Added.
17.56.220 CFC Section 507.1 Required water supply-Amended.
17.56.230 CFC Section 507.5 Fire hydrant systems - Amended.)
17.56.240 CFC Section 507.5.7 Fire hydrant supply connections-Added.
17.56.250 CFC Section 604.2.15.1.1 Standby power loads - Amended.
17.56.260 CFC Section 604.2.15.2.1 Emergency power loads - Amended.
17.56.270 CFC Section 606.10.1.2 Manual operation-Amended.
17.56.280 CFC Section 610 Photovoltaic Systems - Added.
17.56.290 CFC Section 901.6.2.2 Annual fire alarm records - Added.
17.56.300 CFC Section 901.6.2.3 Fire alarm tag - Added.
17.56.310 CFC Section 903.2 Where Required- Amended.
17.56.320 CFC Section 903.2.2 Group B -Amended.
17.56.330 CFC Section 903.2.2.1 Group B ambulatory health care facilities - Added.
17.56.340 CFC Section 903.2.4 Group F -Amended.
17.56.350 Reserved.
17.56.360 CFC Section 903.2.11.3 Buildings 55 feet or more in height- Added.
17.56.370 CFC Section 903.3.1.1.1 Exempt locations -Amended.
17.56.380 CFC Section 903.3.5.2 Secondary water supply - Amended.
17.56.390 CFC Section 903.4 Sprinkler system supervision and alarms - Amended.
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17.56.400 CFC Section 903.6.4 Certificate of temporary conformity and amortization-
Added.
17.56.410 CFC Section 907.1 General-Amended.)
17.56.420 CFC Section 907.2.13 High-rise buildings and Group I-2 occupancies having
floors located more than 55 feet above the lowest level fire department vehicle
access- Amended.
17.56.430 CFC Section 914.2.1 Automatic sprinkler system-Amended.
17.56.440 CFC Section 914.3 High-rise buildings-Amended.
17.56.450 CFC Section 914.3.1 Automatic sprinkler system-Amended.
17.56.460 CFC Section 914.6.1 Automatic sprinkler system- Amended.
17.56.470 CFC Section 1410.1 Required access-Amended.
17.56.480 CFC Section 1412.1 When required-Amended.
17.56.490 CFC Section 1413.1 Where required-Amended.
17.56.500 CFC Section 1414.1.1 Function During Construction-Added.
17.56.510 CFC Section 1418 Owner's responsibility-Added.
17.56.520 CFC Section 1803.4 Emergency plan -Amended.
17.56.530 CFC Section 1909.1 General - Amended.
17.56.540 CFC Section 2206.2.3 Above-ground tanks located outside, above grade-
Amended.
17.56.550 CFC Section 2206.2.4.1 Tank capacity limits- Amended.
17.56.560 CFC Section 2206.2.4.2 Fleet vehicle motor fuel dispensing facilities -Amended.
17.56.570 CFC Section 2206.2.6 Special enclosures -Amended.
17.56.580 CFC Section 2701.5.1 Hazardous Materials Management Plan(HMMP) -
Amended.
17.56.590 CFC Section 2701.5.2 Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement(HMIS) -
Amended.
17.56.600 CFC Section 2703.3.1.4 Responsibility for cleanup -Amended.
17.56.610 CFC Section 2703.4 Material Safety Data Sheets - Amended.
17.56.620 CFC Section 3104.1.1 Liquid Tight Floor - Amended.
17.56.630 CFC Section 3309 "Safe and sane" or dangerous fireworks - Added.
17.56.640 CFC Section 3310 Explosives -Added.
17.56.650 CFC Section 3404.2.9.6.1 Locations where above-ground tanks are prohibited-
Amended.
17.56.660 CFC Section 3404.2.11.2 Location -Amended.
17.56.670 CFC Section 3404.2.13.1.4. Tanks abandoned in place-Amended.
17.56.680 CFC Section 3405.3.3 Heating, lighting and cooking appliances - Amended.
17.56.690 CFC Section 3405.3.7.5.1 Ventilation-Amended.
17.56.700 CFC Section 3406.2.4.4 Locations where above-ground tanks are prohibited-
Amended.
17.56.710 CFC Section 3406.3 Well drilling and operating - Amended.
17.56.720 CFC Section 3702 Definitions, Containment Vessel - Amended.
17.56.730 CFC Section 3703.1.4.1 Floors - Amended.
17.56.740 CFC Section 3904.1.3 Liquid-tight floor- Amended.
17.56.750 CFC Section 4004.1.5 Liquid-tight floor- Amended.
17.56.760 CFC Section 4104.1.1 Liquid-tight floor-Amended.
17.56.770 CFC Section 4304.1.3 Liquid-tight floor- Amended.
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5. Means of egress lighting and exit sign illumination as required by Chapter 10.
6. Ventilation and automatic fire detection equipment for smoke proof enclosures.
17.56.270 CFC Section 606.10.1.2 Manual operation - Amended. When required by the fire
code official, automatic crossover valves shall be capable of manual operation. The manual
valves shall be located in an approved location immediately outside of the machinery room, .in a
secure metal box or equivalent and marked as Emergency Controls.
17.56.280 CFC Section 610 Photovoltaic Systems -Added.
CFC SECTION 610
PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS
610.1 General. Photovoltaic systems shall comply with the current Orange County Fire
Chiefs Association Guideline for Fire Safety Elements of Solar Photovoltaic Systems, or as
thereafter amended by the Orange County Fire Chief s Association. The provision of this
section may be applied by either the fire code official or the building code official. Additional
conditions of approval may be applied based on the scope of an individual project.
17.56.290 CFC Section 901.6.2.2 Annual fire alarm records - Added. Records of all annual
system inspections, tests and maintenance required by the referenced standards shall be copied to
the fire code official at the completion of the annual inspection, testing or maintenance.
17.56.300 CFC Section 901.6.2.3 Fire alarm tat-Added. A durable tag shall be conspicuously
affixed to the main fire alarm panel on all fire alarm systems and will display the following
information relative to the performance of annual inspection,testing and maintenance;
1. Company name
2. Company address
3. Company telephone number
4. License number with type
5. Printed name of technician/tester
6. Signature of technician/tester
7. Date of service- including month, day and year
8. Type of service performed
17.56.310 CFC Section 903.2 Where Reguired - Amended. Approved automatic sprinkler
systems in new buildings and structures as well as existing buildings and structures, as required
by Section 4603.4.3, shall be provided in the locations described in Sections 903.2.1 through
903.2.18. In no case, where the provisions of Section 903 of this code are applicable, and
notwithstanding any less restrictive provisions or exceptions, shall a building or structure be
constructed or modified to exceed 10,000 square feet in total gross floor area, or 5,000 square
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feet in gross floor area per fire area, without approved automatic sprinkler systems being
provided throughout the building or fire area,respectively.
17.56.320 CFC Section 903.2.2 Group B - Amended. An automatic sprinkler system shall be
provided throughout buildings containing Group B occupancy where one of the following
conditions exists:
1. Where a Group B fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet.
2. Where a Group B fire area is located more than three stories above grade plane.
17.56.330 CFC Section 903.2.2.1 Group B ambulatory health care facilities - Added. An
automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all fire areas containing a Group B
ambulatory health care facility occupancy when either of the following conditions exist at any
time:
1. Four or more care recipients are incapable of self-preservation.
2. One or more care recipients who are incapable of self-preservation are located at other
than the level of exit discharge serving such an occupancy.
17.56.340 CFC Section 903.2.4 Group F - Amended. An automatic sprinkler system shall be
provided throughout all buildings containing a Group F occupancy where one of the following
conditions exists:
1. A Group F fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet.
2. A Group F fire area is located more than three stories above grade or above plane.
3. Reserved.
17.56.350 Reserved.
17.56.360 CFC Section 903.2.11.3 Buildines 55 feet or more in height- Added. An automatic
sprinkler system shall be installed throughout buildings with a floor level having an occupant
load of 30 or more that is located 55 feet or more above the lowest level of fire department
vehicle access.
Exceptions:
1. Reserved.
2. Reserved.
3. Reserved.
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17.56.370 CFC Section 903.3.1.1.1 Exempt locations - Amended. In other than Group 1-2, I-
2.1 and I-3 occupancies, automatic sprinklers shall not be required in the following rooms or
areas where such rooms or areas are protected with an approved automatic fire detection system
in accordance with Section 907.2 that will respond to visible or invisible particles of combustion.
Sprinklers shall not be omitted from any room merely because it is damp, of fire-resistance rated
construction or contains electrical equipment.
1. Any room where the application of water, or flame and water, constitutes a serious life or
fire hazard.
2. Any room or space where sprinklers are considered undesirable because of the nature of
the contents,when approved by the fire code official.
3. Fire service access elevator machine rooms and machinery spaces.
4. When approved by the fire code official, spaces or areas in telecommunications buildings
used exclusively for telecommunications equipment, and associated electrical power
distribution equipment, provided those spaces or areas are equipped throughout with an
automatic smoke detection system in accordance with Section 907.2 and are separated
from the remainder of the building by fire barriers consisting of not less than 1-hour fire
barriers constructed in accordance with Section 707 of the California Building Code or
not less than 2-hour horizontal assemblies constructed in accordance with Section 712 of
the California Building Code, or both.
17.56.380 CFC Section 903.3.5.2 Secondary water supply - Amended. A secondary on-site
water supply shall be provided for high-rise buildings and Group I-2 occupancies having
occupied floors located more than 55 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle
access is Seismic Design Category C, D, E or F as determined by this code. The secondary
water supply shall have a usable capacity of not less than the hydraulically calculated sprinkler
demand plus 100 GPM for the inside hose stream allowance, for a duration of not less than 30
minutes or as determined by the sprinkler system design occupancy hazard classification in
accordance with NFPA 13, whichever is greater. The Class I standpipe system demand shall not
be required to be included in the secondary on-site water supply calculations. In no case shall
the secondary on-site water supply be less than 15,000 gallons.
Exception: Existing buildings.
17.56.390 CFC Section 903.4 Sprinkles- system supervision and alarms - Amended. All
valves controlling the water supply for automatic sprinkler systems, pumps, tanks, water levels
and temperatures, critical air pressures and water-flow switches on all sprinkler systems shall be
electrically supervised by a listed fire alarm control unit.
Exceptions:
1. Automatic sprinkler systems protecting one- and two-family dwellings.
2. Limited area systems serving fewer than 20 sprinklers.
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3. Reserved.
4. Jockey pump control valves that are sealed or locked in the open position.
5. Reserved.
6. Valves controlling the fuel supply to fire pump engines that are sealed or locked in
the open position.
7. Trim valves to pressure switches in dry, pre-action and deluge sprinkler systems that
are sealed or locked in the open position.
17.56.400 CFC Section 903.6.4 Certificate of temporary conformity and amortization -
Added. Any change of occupancy to an assembly use begun after January 17, 1996 and prior to
January 1, 2006 pursuant to a City-issued occupancy permit may be continued without
installation of automatic fire sprinklers, provided that upon written notice from the Fire Marshal,
the owner of the building shall apply for and obtain a Certificate of Temporary Conformity and
Amortization Schedule. The owner shall make such application within sixty (60) days from
receiving the Fire Marshal's notice of violation. Upon determining that the City had issued an
occupancy permit authorizing an assembly use, the Fire Marshal shall issue a Certificate of
Temporary Conformity and Amortization Schedule upon the following conditions:
1. The building owner shall apply for a Certificate of Temporary Conformity and
Amortization Schedule within sixty (60) days of the Fire Marshal serving a notice of
violation of the Fire Code on the Property.
2. The Fire Marshal may issue the Certificate Of Temporary Conformity and Amortization
Schedule subject to the following conditions:
a. The nonconforming assembly use shall be amortized within three (3) years of the
date of issuance of the Certificate of Temporary Conformity and Amortization
Schedule. The three year amortization period of the Certificate is limited to
compliance with the fire sprinkler or fire barrier requirement, and no other City
Code requirements.
b. At a minimum, amortization shall require the installation of fire sprinklers or fire
barrier(s).
c. The building owner shall apply for a fire permit to remedy the nonconformity by
installing fire sprinklers or fire barrier(s) within one (1) year of issuance of the
certificate of temporary conformity.
d. The building owner shall begin installation of the fire sprinklers or fire barrier(s)
within two (2)years of the issuance of the Certificate of Temporary Conformity.
e. The nonconforming assembly use may not be altered or extended to occupy
greater floor area.
f. If such nonconforming assembly use ceases for a period of thirty (30) days, any
subsequent use shall be in conformity with the Fire Code.
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g. The owner must apply for any other land use permits required for the change of
occupancy within one (1) year of issuance of the certificate of temporary
conformity.
h. If such nonconforming assembly use shall be substantially destroyed, then it may
not be resumed.
i. Such other conditions as the Fire Marshal shall determine are reasonably
necessary to ensure timely compliance with the Fire Code.
17.56.410 CFC Section 907.1 General - Amended. This section covers the application,
installation, performance and maintenance of fire alarm systems and their components in new
and existing buildings and structures. The requirements of section 907.2 are applicable to new
buildings and structures. The requirements of section 907.2 are also applicable to existing
buildings and structures as required by section 907.3.
17.56.420 CFC Section 907.2.13 Nigh-rise buildings and Group I-2 occupancies having
occupied floors located more than 55 feet above the lowest level fire department vehicle
access - Amended. High-rise buildings having occupied floors located more than 55 feet above
the lowest level of fire department vehicle access and Group I-2 occupancies having floors
located more than 55 feet above the lowest level fire department vehicle access shall be provided
with an automatic smoke detection system in accordance with Section 907.2.13.), a lire
department communication system in accordance with Section 907.2.13.2 and an emergency
voice/alarm communication system in accordance with Section 907.6.2.2.
Exceptions:
1. Airport traffic control towers in accordance with Section 907.2.22 and Section 412 of
the California Building Code.
2. Open parking garages in accordance with Section 406.3 of the California Building
Code.
3. Buildings with an occupancy in Group A-5 in accordance with Section 303.1 of the
California Building Code.
4. Low-hazard special occupancies in accordance with Section 503.1.1 of the California
Building Code.
In Group 1-2 and R-2.1 occupancies, the alarm shall sound at a constantly attended location and
general occupant notification shall be broadcast by the emergency voice/alarm communication
system.
17.56.430 CFC Section 914.2.1 Automatic sprinkler system - Amended. The covered mall
building and buildings connected shall be equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler
system in accordance with Section 903.1.1, which shall comply with the following:
1. The automatic sprinkler system shall be complete and operative throughout occupied
space in the covered mall building prior to occupancy of any of the tenant spaces.
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Unoccupied tenant spaces shall be similarly protected unless provided with approved
alternative protection.
2. Sprinkler protection for the mall shall be independent from that provided for tenant
spaces or anchors. Where tenant spaces are supplied by the same system, they shall be
independently controlled.
Exception: Reserved
17.56.440 CFC Section 914.3 High-rise buildings -Amended. High-rise buildings and Group
I-2 occupancies having occupied floors located more than 55 feet above the lowest level of fire
department vehicle access shall comply with Sections 914.3.1 through 914.3.6.
17.56.450 CFC Section 914.3.1 Automatic sprinkler system - Amended. Buildings and
structures shall be equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with
Section 903.1.1 and a secondary water supply where required by Section 903.3.5.2. A sprinkler
water-flow alarm initiating device and a control valve with a supervisory signal-initiating device
shall be provided at the lateral connection to the riser on each floor.
Exception: Reserved
17.56.460 CFC Section 914.6.1 Automatic sprinkler system - Amended. Stages shall be
equipped with an automatic fire-extinguishing system in accordance with Chapter 9. Sprinklers
shall be installed under the roof and gridiron and under all catwalks and galleries over the stage.
Sprinklers shall be installed in dressing rooms, performer lounges, shops and storerooms
accessory to such stages.
Exceptions:
1. Reserved
2. Reserved
3. Reserved
17.56.470 CFC Section 1410.1 Required access - Amended. Approved vehicle access for fire
fighting shall be provided to all construction or demolition sites. Vehicle access shall be
provided to within 100 feet of temporary or permanent fire department connections. Vehicle
access shall be provided by either temporary or permanent roads, capable of supporting vehicle
loading under all weather conditions. Vehicle access shall be maintained until permanent fire
apparatus access roads are available. Construction sites shall have a minimum of 6 foot
perimeter security fencing with gates installed for fire apparatus access. Gate widths shall be a
minimum of 24 feet for fire apparatus roadways and 6 feet for walk-in entry. Secured vehicle
gates or entries shall utilize approved Knox padlock or entries shall utilize an approved padlock
or chain (maximum link or lock shackle size of I/4") when required by a fire code official.
Temporary fire lane signs shall be provided and maintained to allow emergency access during
construction. Hydrants, fire department connections, and fire lanes shall be posted "Fire Lane —
No Parking"when required by the fire code official.
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17.56.480 CFC Section 1412.1 When required -Amended. A water supply for fire protection,
either temporary or permanent, and as approved by both the Fire and Public Works Departments,
shall be made available as soon as combustible material arrives on site.
17.56.490 CFC Section 1413.1 Where required - Amended. Buildings more than a single
story above grade shall be provided with not less than one standpipe for use during construction.
Such standpipes shall be provided with fire department connections at accessible locations
adjacent to usable stairs. Such standpipes shall be extended as construction progresses to within
one floor of the highest point of construction having secured decking or flooring.
17.56.500 CFC Section 1414.1.1 Function During Construction - Added. If the building is
higher than a single story above grade, the following provisions shall be met:
1. During construction, an approved automatic sprinkler system shall be installed and shall
be fully functional up to one floor below the highest point of construction having secured
decking or flooring.
17.56.510 CFC Section 1418 Owner's responsibility - Added. Necessary precautions and
engineering controls shall be utilized to minimize the potential for false alarm activations caused
by construction activity. False alarms caused by construction activity shall be treated as a system
malfunction and may result in charges in accordance with the approved fee schedule.
17.56.520 CFC Section 1803.4 Emergency plan - Amended. Emergency plan shall be
established as set forth in Section 408.4
Exception: Compliance with Huntington Beach Municipal Code Sections 17.58.050 and
17.58.060 shall be considered in compliance with this section.
17.56.530 CFC Section 1909.1 General - Amended. Exterior storage of finished lumber
products shall comply with Sections 1909.1 through 1909.5 and be in accordance with Section
315.3.
17.56.540 CFC Section 2206.2.3 Above-ground tanks located outside, above grade -
Amended. Above-ground tanks shall not be used for the storage of Class I, II, or IIIA liquid
motor fuels except as provided by this section.
1. Above-ground tanks used for outside, above-grade storage of Class I liquids shall be
listed and labeled as protected above-ground tanks and shall be in accordance with
Chapter 34. Such tanks shall be located in accordance with Table 2206.2.3.
2. Above-ground tanks used for above-grade storage of Class II or IIIA liquids are allowed
to be protected above-ground tanks or, when approved by the fire code official, other
above-ground tanks that comply with Chapter 34. Tank locations shall be in accordance
with
3. Tanks containing fuels shall not exceed 2,200 gallon capacity. Quantities greater than
2,200 gallons aggregate shall be approved by the fire code official.
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4. Tanks located at farms, construction projects, or rural areas shall comply with Section
3406.2.
17.56.550 CFC Section 2206.2.4.1 'Tank capacity limits -Amended. Tanks storing Class I and
Class II liquids at an individual site shall be limited to a maximum capacity of 2,200 gallons.
Quantities greater than 2,200 gallons aggregate shall be approved by the fire code official.
17.56.560 CFC Section 2206.2.4.2 Fleet vehicle motor fuel dispensing facilities - Amended.
Tanks storing Class II and Class IIIA liquids at a fleet vehicle motor fuel-dispensing facility shall
be limited to a maximum capacity of 2,200 gallons. Quantities greater than 2,200 gallons
aggregate shall be approved by the fire code official.
17.56.570 CFC Section 2206.2.6 Special enclosures- Amended. Where installation of tanks in
accordance with Section 3404.2.11 is impractical, or because of property or building limitations,
tanks for liquid motor fuels are allowed to be installed in buildings in special enclosures in
accordance with all of the following:
I. The special enclosure shall be liquid tight and vapor tight.
2. The special enclosure shall not contain backfill.
3. Sides, top and bottom of the special enclosure shall be of reinforced concrete at least 6
inches (152 mm)thick, with openings for inspection through the top only.
4. Tank connections shall be piped or closed such that neither vapors nor liquid can escape
into the enclosed space between the special enclosure and any tanks inside the special
enclosure.
5. Means shall be provided whereby portable equipment can be employed to discharge to
the outside any vapors which might accumulate inside the special enclosure should
leakage occur.
6. Tanks containing Class I, II or IIIA liquids inside a special enclosure shall not exceed
2,200 gallons. Aggregate quantities greater than 2,200 gallons shall only be allowed with
approval of the fire code official.
7. Each tank within special enclosures shall be surrounded by a clear space of not less than
3 feet(910 mm)to allow for maintenance and inspection.
17.56.580 CFC Section 2701.5.1 hazardous Materials Management Plan (HMMP) -
Amended. Refer to HMBC Section 17.58 "Hazardous Materials".
17.56.590 CFC Section 2701.5.2 hazardous Materials Inventory Statement (HMIS) -
Amended. Refer to HMBC Section 17.58 "Hazardous Materials".
17.56.600 CFC Section 2703.3.1.4 Responsibility for cleanup - Amended. The person, firm
or corporation responsible for an unauthorized discharge shall institute and complete all actions
necessary to remedy the effects of such unauthorized discharge, whether sudden or gradual, at no
cost to the jurisdiction. When deemed necessary by the fire code official, cleanup may be
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initiated by the fire department or by an authorized individual or firm. Costs associated with
such cleanup shall be borne by the owner, operator, or other person responsible for the
unauthorized discharge.
Clean-up of contaminated soil and property shall be in accordance with state, federal or local
regulations as follows:
1. I" Clean-up Criteria. Soils sampled during site assessments that fail California
Assessment Manual (CAM) criteria for hazardous waste will be excavated and disposed
of at a proper disposal site. Laboratory tests used in this determination are pH (EPA-
9045), CAM Metals (total), and Volatile Chlorinated and Aromatic Hydrocarbons (EPA-
8240) as described on Page 4 - Site Assessment and Laboratory Specifications.
2 2nd Clean-up Criteria. Comparison of the Total Petroleum Hydrocarbon (TPH)
concentration in soils sampled during the site assessment shall be made with the
screening criteria in Table 1. If the sample results meet the Table I criteria, no further
testing or remediation work shall be required.
If the TPH exceeds the screening criteria, the laboratory will perform the additional
analyses specified(EPA-8020, EPA-8270).
Further delineation of the contaminated soil through use of additional borings, additional
trenches or by excavation and stockpiling must be performed to determine the lateral and
vertical extent of soil exceeding Table 1 criteria. Samples obtained during this
delineation will be analyzed for screening criteria listed in Table 1 (EPA-418.1 and EPA-
8015). If sample results exceed the screening criteria in Table 1, the laboratory shall be
instructed to run the analyses specified in Table 2 (EPA-8020, EPA-8270) unless the
applicant chooses to excavate the contaminated soil to meet criteria in Table 1 without
proceeding to further analyses specified in Table 2. Soils which contain less than the
screening levels specified in Table 2 shall not be required to undergo soil remediation
provided that EPA 418.1 and EPA 8015M Total Petroleum Hydrocarbon concentrations
are less than 100%excess of Table 1 screening criteria levels.
Table 1
Screening Level for H drocarbon Clean-up
Land Use TPH 418.1 TPH 8015
Residential and Recreational <500 ppm <500 ppm
Commercial and Industrial <1,000 ppm <1,000 ppm
Roadway
0' —4' Below Road Surface N/A <1,000 ppm Total;
<100 ppm of the<C14 component
>4' Below Road Surface <1,000 ppm <1,000 ppm
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'gable 2
Screening Level for Hydrocarbon Clean-up
Land Use BTX& E 8021 PNA 8270 1
Residential and Recreational B< 1.0 PPM Each CAPNA<0.5 ppm
T,X&E< 10.0 ppm individually Total CAPNA's<3.0 ppm
Commercial and Industrial B< 1.0 PPM Each CAPNA<1.0 ppm
T,X&E< 10.0 ppm individually Total CAPNA's<6.0 ppm
Roadway
0'—4' Below Road Surface B<1.0 ppm Each CAPNA<1.0 ppm
T,X&E<10.0 ppm individually Total CAPNA's<6.0 ppm
>4' Below Road Surface B<1.0 ppm Each CAPNA<1.0 ppm
T,X&E<10.0 ppm individually Total CAPNA's<6.0 ppm
Based on CAPNA's found in Proposition 65 list in addition to benzo(g,h,i)perylene.
3. Depth of contaminated soil removal. Soil contamination in excess of the Tables 1 and 2
criteria extending deeper than 20 feet below ultimate finished grade or within five(5) feet
of the groundwater table, whichever is shallower and not exhibiting characteristics of
material considered hazardous for disposal purposes, may be considered for non-
remediation. Approval for non-remediation shall be by certification of the Fire
Department and shall be issued with appropriate findings. The lateral and vertical extent .
of this contaminated material left in place shall be determined using Table 1 criteria.
This extent shall be reported to the City and disclosed to subsequent property owners in a
format approved by the Fire Department.
Surface structures within 100 feet of the lateral extent of the contaminated soil shall be
built with vapor barriers in accordance with applicable City Specifications.
4. Disposition of stockpiled soil. Soil that is stockpiled on-site as a result of criteria applied
above can be evaluated for reuse on-site. The reuse options may include, but are not
limited to, on-site remediation and re-sampling to meet the criteria in Table 1 and/or 2, or
reuse of the soil as road sub-grade where applicable. Specifications for reuse of crude oil
contaminated soil as road sub-grade are identified on Page 5.
Soil that is planned for reuse on-site should be sampled at a frequency sufficient to
adequately characterize the degree and composition of the contamination. A sampling
plan shall be submitted to the Fire Department for approval prior to reuse.
5. On-site remediation. Soil can be remediated on-site as long as it does not exhibit any
characteristics of material considered hazardous for disposal purposes. On-site
remediation must comply with all applicable State, County, Federal and City regulations.
Remediation activities shall be performed within a designated area. A remediation plan
shall be approved by the Fire Department.
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After soil is remediated and reused, the surface of the designated remediation area shall
be tested in accordance with provisions identified herein above. A testing plan shall be
submitted to the Fire Department for approval as well as a final report, which shall
summarize the remediation efforts and post remediation test results.
6. Site assessment and laboratory specifications. Analyses performed during site
assessments of oil fields (other industrial or agricultural uses may require additional
analysis) should include pH (EPA-9045), CAM Metals (total only, soluble if total
exceeds 10 times STLC), Volatile Hydrocarbons (EPA-8240), Total Recoverable
Hydrocarbons (EPA-418.1), Total Fuel Hydrocarbons (EPA-8015), Semi-Volatile
Organics(EPA-8270)and Polychlorinated Biphenyls (EPA-8080).
Vertical limits of hydrocarbon contamination shall be assessed. Sampling shall extend to
a depth sufficient to identify at least five (5) feet of uncontaminated soil or to a depth not
greater than five (5) feet above the water table in cases where regional groundwater will
be impacted by sampling operations.
If the landowner chooses to clean-up the site using screening criteria specified in Table 2,
the laboratory analytical work may specify the re-analyses of samples exceeding
screening criteria specified in Table 1. The shelf life for the samples must not be
exceeded when the re-analyses are run.
The laboratory contract shall specify use of EPA Method 3630 as a clean-up procedure
prior to soil analysis for CAPNA's using EPA-8270 if the 418.1 results show greater than
1,000 ppm.
Samples representative of a specific site should be obtained consistent with a Phase I
historical review of the site. The sampling frequency will vary depending on potential
for on-site contamination. Sampling should be targeted at identified or suspected
contaminated locations on the site.
Sampling of areas not suspected to be contaminated shall be done on a random basis
according to a Sampling Plan,which shall be approved by the Fire Department.
The Sampling Protocol, both in terms of site-specific targets and other random sampling,
should be formulated in cooperation with the Fire Department. The burden of
demonstrating soil clean-up to established limits of contamination shall be the
responsibility of the land owner. The Fire Department's approval of a Sampling Protocol
shall be required.
A Site Auditor shall be a requirement placed on all significantly large oil field properties
and on smaller properties where a reasonable large number of contamination sources are
deemed to remain unsampled following completion of the approved Sampling Protocol.
The requirement for a Site Auditor shall be at the discretion of the Fire Department.
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Soil sampling shall be carried out using protocols approved by the California Leaking
Underground Fuel Tank Manual and/or the Orange County Health Department.
Analytical results, which may be inconsistent or anomalous when compared to other
sample data taken as part of the site assessment shall be made a part of the record
although the landowner shall have the option of providing additional samples to clarify
inconsistencies. The number and location of these samples shall be determined by the
landowner.
7. Specifications for Reuse of Crude Oil Contaminated Soils as Road Sub rg ade. Soils must
meet criteria listed in Table 1 and 2.
Reused soils must meet compaction requirements.
Reused soils shall be placed directly beneath the asphalt cap and underlying aggregate to
a maximum depth of four (4) feet below the road surface. Fills deeper than four (4) feet
must be approved by the Fire Department based on sufficient findings.
Potable drinking water lines must be surrounded by clean sand or gravel and approved
and inspected by the appropriate City departments before burial in the roadway.
A detailed set of drawings must be submitted to the City showing the plan view of reused
soils, a cross section of the road base, locations of utility lines and thickness of clean sand
and gravel pack placed around these lines. Soil analysis data for the road fill must also be
submitted which shall verify compliance with the standards listed in Table 1 and/or Table
2.
8. Scope of Contract Specifications for On-Site Auditing During Grading Activities. The
Auditor shall be an independent environmental or geotechnical consulting company with
adequate training to identify petroleum contaminated soils with field instruments and
techniques described below. The Auditor shall be licensed by the State of California as a
Registered Environmental Assessor.
Auditors will monitor grading activities for the following indicators that petroleum
hydrocarbons may have contaminated the soils and shall be aware of the situations and
procedures:
a. Soft spongy soils that become evident as heavy equipment travels over it.
b. Hydrocarbon odors emanating from the soil.
c. A reading of greater than 20 ppm on a hand-held organic vapor monitor (OVM)
held three (3) inches from suspected contaminated soils. The meter shall be
calibrated at least twice per day.
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d. A small vial of solvent can be used to extract a small amount of soil. If the
solvent becomes discolored, petroleum may be present.
If any of the indicators above are found, the Auditor shall devise a sampling program
capable of ascertaining whether or not the waste is classified as hazardous. All sampling
procedures shall be in accordance with the protocols established by LUFT and/or the
Orange County Health Department. The contamination citing shall be made a part of the .
record and the Fire Department shall be immediately notified.
Sufficient samples shall be analyzed to characterize the vertical and horizontal extent of
the potential contaminant. If samples exceed the screening criteria in Table 1, the soil
must either be removed or reanalyzed and compared to criteria in Table 2. If the soil is
determined to meet the Table 2 criteria, the soil can be incorporated into the fill. If it
does not, the soil can be stockpiled for remediation and reuse or removed from the site.
A report documenting the observations made and samples obtained during grading shall
be prepared. This report shall document compliance with the appropriate sections of
Table 1 and/or Table 2 as applicable.
17.56.610 CFC Section 2703.4 Material Safety Data Sheets - Amended. Material Safety Data
Sheets (MSDS) shall be readily available on the premises for hazardous materials regulated by
this chapter. When a hazardous substance is developed in a laboratory, or as the result of any
manufacturing process (including a hazardous waste), available information on health and
physical hazards shall be documented and available for review. Electronic access to MSDSs is
permissible as long as no barrier exists to immediate employee access in the workplace.
Exception: Reserved
17.56.620 CFC Section 3104.1.1 Liquid 'fight Floor - Amended. In addition to the
requirements set forth in section 2704.12, floors of storage areas shall be of liquid-tight
construction and resistant to deterioration by the material. The surface of floors shall be of a
material that will resist deterioration from any other materials that may be released in the storage
area.
17.56.630 CFC Section 3309"Safe and sane" or dangerous fireworks -Added.
CFC SECTION 3309
"SAFE AND SANE" OR DANGEROUS FIREWORKS
CFC Section 3309.1 "Safe and sane" or dangerous fireworks prohibited. The
manufacture, sale, possession, storage, handling or use of"safe and sane" fireworks as currently
defined in the California Health and Safety Code section 12529 or "dangerous fireworks" as
currently defined in the California Health and Safety Code section 12505 or thereafter amended
by state statute is prohibited in the City of Huntington Beach.
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CFC Section 3309.2 Seizure of fireworks. Any authorized Huntington Beach fire code
official,peace officer or other city official authorized to enforce the Huntington Beach Municipal
Code may seize prohibited fireworks and explosives from persons, firms or corporations who
manufacture, sell, possess, store, handle or use of any prohibited fireworks or explosives as
currently described in the Huntington Beach Fire Code sections 3309 and 3310.
17.56.640 CFC Section 3310 Explosives -Added.
CFC SECTION 3310
EXPLOSIVES
CFC Section 3310.1 Explosives prohibited. The manufacture, sale, possession, storage,
handling or use of unpermitted "explosives" as currently defined in California Code of
Regulations Title 19 Chapter 10, Explosives section 1553 or thereafter amended by state law is
prohibited in the City of Huntington Beach.
17.56.650 CFC Section 3404.2.9.6.1 Locations where above-ground tanks are prohibited -
Amended. The limits referred to herein prohibiting the storage of Class I and II liquids in
outside, aboveground tanks are hereby established for all commercial land use districts as
defined in the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance_
Exceptions:
1. Bulk plants may exist in I-G(general industrial) zoned districts only.
2. Class III liquids classified as crude oil may only be stored on properties with a 0 or 01
suffix.
3. Class 11 liquids may be stored temporarily on construction sites with the approval of
the fire code official.
4. The storage of Class I and Class lI liquids in aboveground tanks is prohibited within
the City of Huntington Beach except at locations classified as Zone I-G (general
industrial) where permitted by a site plan use permit on property designated as
potentially suitable for the uses permitted under these zones classifications by the
Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance as the same may be amended
from time to time.
17.56.660 CFC Section 3404.2.11.2 Location - Amended. Flammable and combustible liquid
storage tanks located underground, either outside or under buildings, shall be in accordance with
all of the following:
1. Tanks shall be located with respect to existing foundations and supports such that the
loads carried by the latter cannot be transmitted to the tank.
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2. The distance from any part of a tank storing liquids to the nearest wall of a basement, pit,
cellar, or lot line shall not be less than 3 feet(914 min).
3. A minimum distance of 1 foot (305 mm) shell to shell, shall be maintained between
underground tanks.
4. The installation of underground combustible/flammable liquid tanks is hereby prohibited
in all residential districts. The fire code official may authorize installation of
underground combustible/flammable liquid tanks in agricultural and manufacturing
districts.
17.56.670 CFC Section 3404.2.13.1.4. Tanks abandoned in place-Amended. Reserved.
17.56.680 CFC Section 3405.3.3 Keating, lighting and cooking appliances - Amended.
Heating, lighting and cooking appliances which utilize Class I liquids shall not be operated
within a building or structure.
Exception: Reserved.
17.56.690 CFC Section 3405.3.7.5.1 Ventilation - Amended. Continuous mechanical
ventilation shall be provided at a rate of not less than 1 cubic foot per minute per square foot
[0.00508 m3/(s x m2)] of floor area over the design area. Provisions shall be made for
introduction of makeup air in such a manner to include all floor areas or pits where vapors can
collect. Local or spot ventilation shall be provided when needed to prevent the accumulation of
hazardous vapors. Ventilation system design shall comply with the California Building Code and
California Mechanical Code.
Exception: Reserved.
17.56.700 CFC Section 3406.2.4.4 Locations where above-ground tanks are prohibited -
Amended. The limits referred to herein prohibiting the storage of Class I and II liquids in
outside, aboveground tanks are hereby established for all commercial land use districts as
defined in the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance.
Exceptions:
1. Bulk plants may exist in I-G (general industrial) zoned districts only.
2. Class III liquids classified as crude oil may only be stored on properties with a 0 or 01
suffix.
3. Class II liquids may be stored temporarily on construction sites with the approval of
the fire code official.
4. The storage of Class I and Class Il liquids in aboveground tanks is prohibited within
the City of Huntington Beach except at locations classified as Zone I-G (general
industrial) where permitted by a site plan use permit on property designated as
potentially suitable for the uses permitted under these zones classifications by the
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Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance as the same may be amended
from time to time.
17.56.710 CFC Section 3406.3 Well: drilling and operating - Amended. The Huntington
Beach Oil Code (Huntington Beach Municipal Code Title 15) as it currently exists or may
hereafter be amended, is incorporated herein by this reference, and declared to be part of the
Huntington Beach Fire Code as though set out in full herein.
17.56.720 CFC Section 3702 Definitions Containment Vessel-Amended.
Containment Vessel. A B.O.T.- transportable, gas-tight recovery vessel designed so that a
leaking compressed gas container can be placed within its confines, thereby encapsulating the
leaking container.
17.56.730 CFC Section 3703.1.4.1 Floors - Amended. In addition to the requirements set forth
in section 2704.12, floors of storage areas shall be of liquid-tight construction and resistant to
deterioration by the material. The surface of floors shall be of a material that will resist
deterioration from any other materials that may be released in the storage area.
17.56.740 CFC Section 3904.1.3 L,iguid-tight floor - Amended. In addition to the
requirements set forth in section 2704.12, floors of storage areas shall be of liquid-tight
construction and resistant to deterioration by the material. The surface of floors shall be of a
material that will resist deterioration from any other materials that may be released in the storage
area.
17.56.750 CFC Section 4004.1.5 Liquid-tight floor - Amended. In addition to the
requirements set forth in section 2704.12, floors of storage areas shall be of liquid-tight
construction and resistant to deterioration by the material. The surface of floors shall be of a
material that will resist deterioration from any other materials that may be released in the storage
area.
17.56.760 CFC Section 4104.1.1 Liquid-tight floor - Amended. In addition to the
requirements set forth in section 2704.12, floors of storage areas shall be of liquid-tight
construction and resistant to deterioration by the material. The surface of floors shall be of a
material that will resist deterioration from any other materials that may be released in the storage
area.
17.56.770 CFC Section 4304.1.3 Liquid-tight floor - Amended. In addition to the
requirements set forth in section 2704.12, floors of storage areas shall be of liquid-tight
construction and resistant to deterioration by the material. The surface of floors shall be of a
material that will resist deterioration from any other materials that may be released in the storage
area.
17.56.780 CFC Section 4404.1.2 Liquid-tight floor - Amended. In addition to the
requirements set forth in section 2704.12, floors of storage areas shall be of liquid-tight
construction and resistant to deterioration by the material. The surface of floors shall be of a
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material that will resist deterioration from any other materials that may be released in the storage
area.
17.56.790 CFC Section 4603.1 Required construction - Amended. Existing buildings shall
comply with not less than the minimum provisions specified in Table 4603.1 and as further
enumerated in Sections 4603.2 through 4603.7.5.2.
17.56.800 CFC Section 4603.4 Sprinkler systems - Amended. An automatic sprinkler system
shall be provided in existing buildings in accordance with Sections 4603.4.1 through 4603.4.3.
17.56.810 CFC Section 4603.4.3 Tenant improvements - Added. Section 903 shall apply to
existing occupancies/tenant space undergoing tenant improvement as follows:
1. Occupancy/tenant space undergoing tenant improvement where the square footage of the
space is being increased.
2. Occupancy/tenant space where there is a change in occupancy classification to an
assembly, educational, institutional, hazardous, or residential use.
3. Occupancy/tenant space where the entire roof structure is to be removed during the
improvement.
4. Assembly occupancy that increases the maximum occupant load to exceed 299 persons.
Exception: Group R-3 occupancies that do not result in a fire area greater than 5,000 square
feet in gross floor area.
17.56.820 CFC Section 4603.6 Fire alarm systems - Amended. An approved fire alarm system
shall be installed in existing buildings and structures in accordance with sections 4603.6.1 through
4603.6.10 and provide occupant notification in accordance with Sections 907.6 unless other
requirements are provided by other sections of this code.
Exception: Occupancies with an existing previously approved fire alarm system.
17.56.830 CFC Section 4603.6.10 Tenant improvements - Added. Section 907 shall apply to
existing occupancies/tenant space undergoing tenant improvement as follows:
1. Occupancy/tenant space undergoing tenant improvement where the square footage of the
space is being increased.
2. Occupancy/tenant space where there is a change in occupancy classification to an
assembly, educational, institutional, hazardous, or residential use.
3. Occupancy/tenant space where the entire roof structure is to be removed during the
improvement.
4. Occupancy/tenant space that increases its maximum occupant load.
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Exception: The fire code official may waive this requirement based on the scope of the
project.
17.56.840 AMENDMENTS TO NFPA 13
6.8.3 -Amended. Fire department connections (FDC) shall be of an approved type. The
location shall be approved and be no more than 150 feet from a public hydrant. The size of
piping and the number of inlets shall be approved by the Fire code official. If approved by the
H.B. Public Works Dept., it may be installed on the backflow assembly. Fire department inlet
connections shall be painted OSHA safety red. When the fire sprinkler density design requires
500 gpm (including inside hose stream demand) or greater, or a standpipe system is included,
four 2 %2" inlets shall be provided. FDC may be located within 150 feet of a private fire hydrant
when approved by the Fire code official.
8.17.1.1.1 - Added. Residential Water-flow Alarms. Local water-flow alarms shall be
provided on all sprinkler systems and shall be connected to the building fire alarm or water-flow
monitoring system where provided. Group R occupancies not requiring a fire alarm system by
the California Fire Code shall be provided with at least one approved interior alarm device in
each unit, or interconnection to the unit smoke alarm system. Sound levels in all sleeping areas
shall be a minimum of 15 DBA above the average ambient sound or a minimum of 75 DBA with
all intervening doors closed. Alarms shall be audible within all other living areas within each
dwelling unit. When not connected to a fire alarm or water-flow monitoring system, audible
devices shall be powered from an uninterruptible circuit (except for over-current protection
(GFI), serving normally operated appliances in the residence.
8.17.2.4.6 - Amended. Fire department connections shall be on the street side of
buildings and shall be located and arranged so that they are immediately adjacent to the approved
fire department access road and that hose lines can be readily and conveniently attached to the
inlets without interference from nearby objects including buildings, fence, posts, or other fire
department connections.
22.1.3 (43) - Amended. Size and location of hydrants, showing size and number of
outlets and if outlets are to be equipped with independent gate valves. Whether hose houses and
equipment are to be provided, and by whom, shall be indicated. Static and residual hydrants that
were used in the flow tests shall be shown. Water supply certification shall be not more than six
months of the plan submittal to the authority having jurisdiction.
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17.56.850 AMENDMENTS TO NFPA 13D
4.1.5 Stock of Spare Sprinklers-Added.
4.1.5.1 -Added. A supply of at least two sprinklers for each type shall be maintained on
the premises so that any sprinklers that have operated or been damaged in any way can be
promptly replaced.
4.1.5.2 - Added. The sprinklers shall correspond to the types and temperature ratings of
the sprinklers in the property.
4.1.5.3 - Added. The sprinklers shall be kept in a cabinet located where the temperature
to which they are subjected will at no time exceed 100°F(38°C).
4.1.5.4 - Added. A special sprinkler wrench shall be provided and kept in the cabinet to
be used in the removal and installation of sprinklers. One sprinkler wrench shall be provided for
each type of sprinkler installed.
7.1.2 - Amended. The system piping shall not have a separate control valve unless
supervised by a central station, proprietary or remote station alarm service.
7.3 - Amended. At least one water pressure gauge shall be installed on the riser
assembly.
7.3.1 -Deleted in its entirety.
7.6 - Amended. Exterior water flow alarm indicating devices shall be listed for outside
service and audible from the street from which the house is addressed. Exterior audible devices
shall be placed on the front or side of the structure and the location subject to final approval by
the fire code official. Additional interior alarm devices shall be required to provide audibility
throughout the structure. Sound levels in all sleeping areas with all intervening doors closed shall
be a minimum of 15 dBA above the average ambient sound level but not less than 75 dBA.
Audible devices shall be powered from an uninterruptible circuit (except for over-current
protection) serving normally operated appliances in the residence.
Exceptions:
1. When an approved water flow monitoring system is installed, interior audible devices
may be powered through the fire alarm control panel.
2. When smoke detectors specified under CBC Section 310.9 are used to sound an
interior alarm upon water flow switch activation.
8.6.4.2 - Added. All attics shall be protected with an intermediate temperature quick
response sprinkler which shall be located to protect attic penetrations created by the access
scuttles or mechanical equipment
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17.56.860 AMENDMENTS TO NFPA I3R
6.16.1 - Amended. Local water-flow alarms shall be provided on all sprinkler systems
and shall be connected to the building fire alarm or water-flow monitoring system where
provided. Group R occupancies containing less than the number of stories, dwelling units or
occupant load specified in Section 907.2.8 of the 2010 California Fire Code as requiring a fire
alarm system shall be provided with a minimum of one approved interior alarm device in each
unit. Sound levels in all sleeping areas shall be a minimum of 15 dBA above the average
ambient sound or a minimum of 75 dBA with all intervening doors closed. Alarms shall be
audible within all other living areas within each dwelling unit. When not connected to a fire
alarm, residential smoke detection or water-flow monitoring system, audible devices shall be
powered from an uninterruptible circuit (except for over-current protection) serving normally
operated appliances in the residence.
There shall also be a minimum of one exterior alarm indicating device, listed for outside service
and audible from the access roadway that serves that building.
17.56.870 AMENDMENTS TO NFPA 14
6.4.5.4.1 - Amended. The fire department connection shall have a minimum of two 2 '/2
inches, internal threaded (NHS) inlets. Additional inlets shall be provided on a 250 GPM per
inlet ratio to meet the system demand. The inlets shall be provided with approved caps to protect
the system from entry of debris. The location of the FDC shall be approved and be no more than
150 feet from a public hydrant. If acceptable to the water authority, it may be installed on the
backflow assembly. Fire department inlet connections shall be painted OSHA safety red.
7.3.1.1 - Amended. Class I and III Standpipe hose connections shall be unobstructed
and shall be located not less than 18 inches, or more than 24 inches above the finished floor.
Class 11 Standpipe hose connections shall be unobstructed and shall be located not less than 3
feet or more than 5 feet above the finished floor.
17.56.880 AMENDMENTS TO NFPA 24
5.9.1.3 - Amended. The fire department connection shall be of an approved type and
contain a minimum of two 2 %2 inch inlets. The location shall be approved and be no more than
150 feet from a public fire hydrant. If acceptable to the water authority, it may be installed on the
backflow assembly. The supply pipe shall be painted OSHA safety red.
5.9.1.3.1 - Added. When the sprinkler density design is 500 gpm (including the interior
hose stream demand) or greater, or a standpipe system is included, four 2 %2" inlets shall be
provided.
6.2.1.1 - Added. The closest upstream indicating control valve to the riser shall be
painted OSHA red.
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6.2.11 (5)-Deleted in its entirety.
6.2.11 (5) - Amended. Control valves in a one-hour fire-rated room, accessible from the
exterior,provided with approved signage.
6.2.11 (7)-Deleted in its entirety.
6.3.3 -Added. All post indicator valves controlling fire suppression water supplies shall
be painted OSHA red.
10.1.6.3 - Added. All ferrous pipe shall be coated and wrapped. Joints shall be coated
and wrapped after assembly. All fittings shall be protected with a loose 8-mil polyethylene tube.
The ends of the tube shall extend past the joint by a minimum of 12 inches and be sealed with 2
inch wide tape approved for underground use. Galvanizing does not meet the requirements of
this section.
Exception: 316 Stainless Steel pipe and fittings
10.3.5.2 - Amended. All bolted joint accessories shall be cleaned and thoroughly coated
with asphalt or other corrosion-retarding material, prior to poly-tube, and after installation.
10.3.5.3-Added. All bolts used in pipe joint assembly shall be 316 stainless steel.
10.6.3.1 - Amended. Where fire service mains enter the building adjacent to the
foundation, the pipe may run under a building to a maximum of 18 inches, as measured from the
interior of the exterior wall. The pipe under the building or building foundation shall be 316
stainless steel and shall not contain mechanical joints or comply with 10.6.2.
10.6.5 - Amended. Pipe Joints shall not be located under foundation footings. The pipe
under the building or building foundation shall be 316 stainless steel and shall not contain
mechanical joints.
17.56.890 AMENDMENTS TO NFPA 72
14.2.1.2.3 - Amended. If a defect or malfunction is not corrected at the conclusion of
system inspection, testing, or maintenance, the system owner or the owner' designated
representative and fire code official shall be informed of the impairment in writing within 24
hours.
14.6.2.1 - Amended. Upon completion of annual testing in accordance with section
14.4.5, records shall be sent to the fire authority having jurisdiction and records shall also be
retained on site until the next test and for 1 year thereafter.
14.6.2.1.1 - Added. Upon completion of annual testing in accordance with section
14.4.5, a durable tag shall be conspicuously affixed to the main fire alarm panel on all fire alarm
systems and will display the following information relative to the performance of annual testing:
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1. Company name
2. Company address
3. Company telephone number
4. License number with type
5. Printed name of technician/tester
6. Signature of technician/tester
7. Date of service- including month, day and year
8. Type of service performed
23.8.2.2 - Amended. The fire alarm system components shall be permitted to share
control equipment or shall be able to operate as stand-alone subsystems, but in any case, they
shall be arranged to function as a single system and send a single signal to a central, remote, or
proprietary station.
23.8.2.3 -Deleted in its entirety.
26.2.3.1 - Amended. Supervising station customers or clients and the fire code official
shall be notified in writing within 7 days of any scheduled change in service that results in
signals from their property being handled by a different supervising station facility or if the
monitoring service is cancelled.
17.56.900 CFC Appendix B Section B105.1 One- and two-family dwellings - Amended. The
minimum fire-flow and flow duration requirements for one- and two-family dwellings having a
fire-flow calculation area that does not exceed 3,600 square feet (344.5m2) shall be 1,000
gallons per minute (3785.4 L/min) for 1 hour. Fire-flow and flow duration for dwellings having a
fire-flow calculation area in excess of 3,600 square feet (344.5m2) shall not be less than that
specified in Table B 105.1.
Exception: When the building is equipped with an approved automatic sprinkler
system, the fire flow requirements of Table B 105.1 are reduced by 50%, provided
that the resulting fire flow is not less than 1,000 gallons per minute (3785.4
L/min) for 1 hour.
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Ordinance No.3900
SECTION 3. This Ordinance shall take effect 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 I fih day of Nov -mhPr 201jj _ _.
ayor
ATTEST:
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INITIATED AND APP OV
ity Clerk
Fire Chief
REVIE ND APPROVED:
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
ministrator ���"l Art;
City Attorney blZo 0A15\la
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Ord. No. 3900
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) SS:
CITY OF HUNTING'TON 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 October 4,2010,and was again read to said City Council at a
regular meeting thereof held on November 15,2010, and was passed and adopted by the
affirmative vote of at least a majority of all the members of said City Council.
AYES: Coerper, Green, Bohr, Dwyer, Hansen
NOES: None
ABSENT: Carchio, Hardy
ABSTAIN: None
1,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 November 25,2010.
In accordance with the City Charter of said City
Joan L. F1"n, City Clerk C6t Clerk and ex-officio erk
Senior Deputy City Clerk of the City Council of the City
of Huntington Beach, California
ATTACHMENT #2
Ordinance No. 3900
_F LEGISLATIVE DRAFT
Chapter 17.56
EWNTINGTON BEACH FIRE CODE
Note:The City of Huntington Beach has adopted the California Fire Code(CFC)and the following ordinances which amend it.
(105-5/13,413-5/38.458-6/42,1131-4165,1414-6168,1499-5/69,1884-12f73,1900-3f74,2121-12/76,2188-6/77,2430-1170.
2480-7/80,2638-9/83,2865-11/86,3020-12/89,3174-1/93,3317-1196,3430-7/99,3571-10/02,3769-7/07,3784-11/07,3786-12/07
Ordinance No.3786 repealed and replaced Chapter 17.56 in its entirety,3808-9/08,3864-3/10))
17 56 n 10 Adoption-.
17 56 030 CFC— c 307 1
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1 J.JV.VJ0 CFG Seefien 307.3 Ex4inoshment atAhefity,_Amefide
17.5 6 0 CFC Seefien 316 Parade floats,Added.
17.JV 5�. J 0 G Seetion 503 i_t Buildings n f^:1:t:es7 Amended.
1/ 70 FC
17 56 080 CF • Section 503:2Dimelii' ffiended=rr:.�vL� cr�r�c
117.56.090 CFG Seefien 503.2.3 Suffaee, Panended.
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17.5 6.110 CFC Seetion 5932.5 Dead ends,Amended
17 56 120 clan Seetion 503.6 Secu,.:ty gates, Amended,
17.566.130 CFG Seefien 505.1AzddfesrizHl3`rb ,Amended.
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17.5 6.14 5 CFC See4ion 508.1. Required water supply,Amended
17.5 6 150 CFC Seefien .5-Fire rij'dfuA ssysteai ,Amended.
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17.56.l J 15 CFC Seetion 903 Where here r-equ:fed Amended-.
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17 56.260 CFC Seefien 93:-2-7.1 r__oup v 3, Added
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1 56 290 UG Seefie .29 Group S-mend
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17 c� 325 Ciro Seefien 903 '1 1 o Gr-e p 1~ 3 Added.
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Seefien 307.1.1 Wehibited open buming and prohibited f-eer-eational fires. Open buming 0
reefeafienW fir-es that are offensive or-objeefienable beeause of smoke or eder-e Wien
fire depaFtment ef open btffning er- -efeational fife dh-A er-eates or-adds to a hazar-detts e
17.56.060 CFC peetion-3,6 P d floats,wed.
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eenstfueted er moved into er-within the jur-isdietion. The fire apparatus aeeess Fead shall eemply
with the r-e f tMs seetien and shall extend to within 150 feet 20 mm) of all
portions of the faeility and all peffions of the extefiet!walls efl' -
Rxeeption- The fire eode effleial is authorized to inefease the dimension ef 150 feet(4-5
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eommereial buildings shall be a miai-ffmm of-26 feet in width. Fire apparaws aeeess roads shall
have an unobst�-uc4ed veffieal elear-anee ef not less than 13 feet 6 inehea--A"Y-e��
gates shall be a minimum of:24 feet in tmobstFdeted dfive width. Miltiple tmvel 1
gates shall be a minimuffi of 14 feet in tmebstmeted drive width en eaeh side and Sha-111.b-- i.1-11
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and a separate shuteff valve for-the au4emafie sprin-1-def system is net pfevided.
c r„„t,.el valves td, d, d,l L;td.he heeds paint spray boothser-dip tanks
that are sealed of leeked in the open position.
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2 er-iteria extending deepef than 20 feet belew ulfimate finished gr-ade er-within five(5)feet of
the gfetmdwafer-table,whiehever-is shallower-,and Ret exhibiting ehar-aeter-isties ef material
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for-non remediafien shall be by eerfification of the Fire DepaAment and shall be issued V6�
shall be detemiined asing Table 1 efiteria. This ex4epA shall be r-epefted to the Gity and diselesed
Suffaee stfuewr-es v4diin 100 feet efthe later-a! ex4ent of the eefAffininxAed soil shall be built with
v"ef harries ra., o with ., l' abl City C .� t•
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applied abeve ean be evaluated for-reuse en site. The r-ease opfiens may inelude,but are not
limited to, on site r-emediation and re sampling to meet the efiteria in Table 1 afWor-2, or-feu
soil as read subgFade are idefAified on Page 5.
Seil that is plafmed fer-r-euse on siw should be sampled at a ffequeney suffieient to adequately
5. On site r-emediation. Soil ean be remediated on site as long as it does not emMbit any
shall be peffefmed within a designated area. A r-emediation plan shall be appr-eved by the Fire
Department.
After-soil is femediated and r-eused,the sudke of-the designated r-emediation area shall be tested
in aeeor-danee vAth pr-evisiefis identified hefein abeve. A testing plan shall be submitted to the
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Fire Depai4fnent for-approval as well as a final fepei4, vdtieh shall suffwtafize the r-emediation
assessments ef oil fields (edief industrial or agfieultuful uses may fe i ddifienal analysis)
> only,
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TeW Fuel Hydreeaf-bens(EPA 8015), Semi Volatile Of-ganies(EPA 8270) and Pelyeblefifla
Verfieal linaks ef IWdraearben eentamimfien shall be assessed. Sampling sWI extend to a depth
suffieient to identify at least five (5) feet ef tmeentaminated soil ef to a depth net gmater,th
live(5)feet above the watef table ifi eases whefe mgiefW groundwater-YAII be impaeted b
same
speeified in Table 1. The shelf life fer the samples must net be emeeeded when the r-e analyses
afe fun.
soil analysisfAr-!`ADA1n[ using EPA, 8270iftL, n1Q 1 It 1, t d 1 -- ►
'D�l O-Tr•QIra 1 S[S 1 results show Tl'G2
Samples fepr-esentative of a speeifie site should be ebtained eensistent with a Phase I histerieal
review of the site. The sampling fr-equeney will vftfy depending on petential fef on site
the Site.
Plan,Sampling of afeas net suspeeted to be eentafainated shall be defle en a random basis aece
a Sampling vvhieh shall be approved by the Fire Depai4ment.
up to est.-I.-Ifished lifnits of eentaminafien shall be the fespensibility of the land ev,%en The F'
DepaftmepThe Sampling Pr-eteeol,both in teffas of site speeifie tafgets and- eqt.�I.er.-imnndefn sanViing-,shet"
A Site Auditor-shall be -it plaeed en all signifieanfly lafge eil field properties and e
for-aSite A ud ite shall b t the di t' F the Fife D f t
Soil sampling shall be eanied out using pr-e4eeels appfeved by the Califemia Leaking
taken as paFt of-the site assessment shall be made a pai4 of-the meefd aftheugh the laffdevffie
, shall be deteffflined by the landevvner,
7. Speeffieations fbr-Reuse ef Gfude Oil Contaminated Seils as Read Subgr-ade. Soils
must meet er-iteria listed in Table 1 d 7
Reused seils must meet eqtfifements.
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stefage,hand of-use o "safe an „firewefkf,as euFrently defined in+1, n 1•f
Health and Safety Cede smien 12529 or-"dangefous fi orks"as euffently defined in--
Galifefflia Health and Safety Cede seetion 12505 or-thereafter-amended by st.Ae staPae is
oT ether f ity offieial +1. d to enferee+1.^H ..+i..ge D eh Munieipal Cede
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1.553 er-thereafter-amended by state law is prohibited in the Givf-of
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17.56350 CFC Seetion 3404.2.4-5� heestions �her--^above-m nd tanks a:-epra��edi
Amended. The limits reefi_mmtedd t.R- hefein probibiting the storage ef Class 1 and 11 liquids i
. vegr-etmd tanks are hereby established for-all eemmereial land use distfiets as
fllfgeneml industrial)zoned distfietsefid
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4. The ster-age of Glass 1 and Class 11 liquids in abovegrettad tanks is pr-ehibited
suitable fer-the uses pefmit4ed under-these zenes elassifieations by the Huntington Beaeh Zerdng
a Subdivision Or-dinanee as the same may be amefi,1 ,1 f:rem+fne+ time.
stefuge tanks leeated tmder-greund, either outside of under-buildings, shall be in aeeefdanee vAt
.,11 of the following-:
1. Tanks shall be leeated with r-espee4 to existing fouRdations and suppei4s swh that the
leads^ oa by the 1^+t^ „„ +1. + ++ .1 + the+ 1
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ATTACHMENT #3
Express Findings for Focal Amendments of the'2010 California Fire Code by
the City of Huntington Beach per California Health & Safety Code, §§
18941.5 and 17958.7
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FINDINGS
The City of Huntington Beach is aware that due to climatic, geological and topographical
conditions, there is potential for disasters and major fires within the City. The applicable finding
for each amendment, addition, or deletion from the California Fire Code(CFC)is listed in
Section 2 of this ordinance.
Climatic Conditions
I. Hot, dry,high velocity winds(called Santa Ana winds)are common in the area. These
winds reduce the relative humidity causing severe drying of the vegetation and common
building materials. These dry conditions predispose the area to large destructive fires
(conflagration).
2. The local climate is currently in a drought condition. Dry climatic conditions can create
the potential for the rapid spread of fire in both vegetation and structures. The addition of
fire protection systems will supplement the Fire Department response by providing
immediate protection for the building occupants and by containing or controlling the
spread of fire. Fire sprinkler systems also provide an efficient use of water for the control
and containment of fires.
3. The southern boundary of the City is along the Pacific Ocean. Winter storms and tropical
storms come into the City from the ocean. These storms can create high winds and large
ocean waves, which can cause flooding in large areas of the city. Along part of the
eastern boundary of the city is the Santa Ana River. This river originates in the San
Bernardino Mountains and flows through many communities until it terminates in the
ocean at the Huntington Beach/Newport Beach border. The river is contained in a man-
made channel. Heavy rainfall and urban runoff has potential to cause flooding in the
flood plain due to the river and/or its tributaries.
Geological Conditions
4. The City of Huntington Beach is located in an area of high seismic activity. The
Newport-Inglewood Fault runs through the City,which is the largest of several faults.
Studies reveal that this fault has the probability of generating a 6.6 magnitude earthquake.
Because of the population density and the number of structures in the City, the risk of life
loss and property damage due to earthquake activity is considerable.
5. Major earthquakes are always accompanied by the disruption of traffic flow. Fires
caused by damaged flammable gas piping; ruptured fuel storage tanks and electrical
arching are probable. The Fire Department responses to fires and other emergencies may
be compromised. The presence of built-in fire protection systems and regulation of tank
installations provide an added degree of protection for the community.
6. The City is located in a low to moderate tsunamis area. These seismic sea waves have
the ability to flood large sections of the low-lying areas. These flood conditions also
impact the response and activity level of the Fire Department_
Express Findings for Local Amendments of the 2010 California Fire Code by
the City of Huntington Beach per California Health & Safety Code, §§
18941.5 and 17958.7
7. Much of the City is deemed to be a methane district due to the natural detritus of organic
matter in the Huntington Beach Oil Field, which was first discovered in 1920 and from
which there was approximately 1.8 million barrels of oil and nearly one billion cubic feet
of gas produced in 2009. This hazard presents a unique threat to the City and has the
potential to cause fire, or environmental emergencies.
Topographical Conditions
8. The City has a population of 200,000 people in 29 square miles. The daytime population
increases significantly in the summer due to beach related activities.
9. Heavy traffic is common on the City streets and roadways. There are two state highways
(Beach Boulevard and Pacific Coast Highway) and a major freeway(I-405)routed
through the City.
10. There are also numerous narrow alleys and cul-de-sacs present. The ability for fire
apparatus access is critical for timely emergency response. The regulation of these access
routes is necessary to help provide reasonable response times.
Modified Sections of the 2010 CFC: Applicable Findings:
17.56.030 CFC Section 105.4 Construction documents - Amended. (2,4,5)
17.56.040 CFC Section 105.4.2.1 Fire protection system shop drawings -
Amended. (2,4,5)
17.56.050 CFC Section 108.1 Board of appeals established-Amended. (Equivalent)
17.56.060 CFC Section 109.3 Violation penalties- Amended. (Equivalent)
17.56.070 CFC Section 202 General Definitions, HIGH-RISE BUILDING -
Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.080 CFC Section 307.1 General - Amended. (1,2,7,9)
17.56.090 CFC Section 307.1.1 Prohibited open burning- Amended. (1,2,7,9)
17.56.100 CFC Section 307.3 Extinguishment authority- Amended. (1,2,7,9)
17.56.110 CFC Section 318 Development on or near land containing or
emitting toxic,combustible or flammable liquids, gases or vapors -
Added. (1,2,4,5,7)
17.56.120 CFC Section 319 Parade floats—Added. (112,8)
17.56.130 CFC Section 503.1.1 Buildings and facilities - Amended. (3-6,10)
17.56.140 CFC Section 503.2.1 Dimensions -Amended. (3-6,10)
17.56.150 CFC Section 503.2.3 Surface - Amended. (3-6,10)
17.56.160 CFC Section 503.2.4 Turning radius - Amended. (3-6,10)
17.56.170 CFC Section 503.2.5 Dead ends - Amended. (3-6,10)
17.56.180 CFC Section 503.6 Security gates - Amended. (3-6,10)
17.56.190 CFC Section 505.1 Address identification- Amended. (3-6,10)
17.56.200 CFC Section 506.1 Where required-Amended. (3-6,10)
17.56.210 CFC Section 506.12 Key boxes required - Added. (3-6,10)
17.56.220 CFC Section 507.1 Required water supply- Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,10)
Express Findings for Local Amendments of the 2010 California Fire Code by
the City of Huntington Beach per California Health & Safety Code, §§
18941.5 and 17958.7
17.56.230 CFC Section 507.5 Fire hydrant systems - Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.240 CFC Section 507.5.7 Fire hydrant supply connections-Added. (1,2,4,5,7)
17.56.250 CFC Section 604.2.15.1.1 Standby power loads -Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9)
17.56.260 CFC Section 604.2.15.2-.1 Emergency power loads-Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9)
17.56.270 CFC Section 606.10.1.2 Manual operation-Amended. (4,5)
17.56.280 CFC Section 610 Photovoltaic Systems -Added. (1,2,4,7)
17.56.290 CFC Section 901.6.2.2 Annual fire alarm records- Added. (1,2,4,5,9,10)
17.56.300 CFC Section 901.6.2.3 Fire alarm tag- Added. (1,2,4,5,9,10)
17.56.310 CFC Section 903.2 Where Required- Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.320 CFC Section 903.2.2 Group B -Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.330 CFC Section 903.2.2.1 Group B ambulatory health care facilities -
Added. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.340 CFC Section 903.2.4 Group F - Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.350 Reserved.
17.56.360 CFC Section 903.2.11.3 Buildings 55 feet or more in height- _
Added. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.370 CFC Section 903.3.1.1.1 Exempt locations - Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.380 CFC Section 903.3.5.2 Secondary water supply- Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.390 CFC Section 903.4 Sprinkler system supervision and alarms-
Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.400 CFC Section 903.6.4 Certificate of temporary conformity and
amortization- Added. (1,2,4;5,7,9,10)
17.56.410 CFC Section 907.1 General - Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.420 CFC Section 907.2.13 High-rise buildings and Group I-2
occupancies having floors located more than 55 feet above the lowest
level fire department vehicle access - Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.430 CFC Section 914.2.1 Automatic sprinkler system- Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.440 CFC Section 914.3 High-rise buildings - Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.450 CFC Section 914.3.1 Automatic sprinkler system- Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.460 CFC Section 914.6.1 Automatic sprinkler system -Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.470 CFC Section 1410.1 Required access - Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.480 CFC Section 1412.1 When required - Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.490 CFC Section 1413.1 Where required- Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.500 CFC Section 1414.1.1 Function During Construction-Added. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.510 CFC Section 1418 Owner's responsibility- Added. (1,2,4,5,7)
17.56.520 CFC Section 1803.4 Emergency plan- Amended. (Equivalent)
17.56.530 CFC Section 1909.1 General - Amended. (Equivalent)
17.56.540 CFC Section 2206.2.3 Above-ground tanks located outside, above
grade - Amended. (3-7)
17.56.550 CFC Section 2206.2.4.1 Tank capacity limits - Amended. (3-7)
17.56.560 CFC Section 2206.2.4.2 Fleet vehicle motor fuel dispensing
facilities - Amended. (3-7)
17.56.570 CFC Section 2206.2.6 Special enclosures - Amended. (3-7)
17.56.580 CFC Section 2701.5.1 Hazardous Materials Management Plan
(HMMP) - Amended. (Equivalent)
Express Findings for Local Amendments of the 2010 California Fire Code by
the City of Huntington Beach per California Health & Safety Code, §§
18941.5 and 17958.7
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17.56.590 CFC Section 2701.5.2 Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement
(HMIS)-Amended. (Equivalent)
17.56.600 CFC Section 2703.3.1.4 Responsibility for cleanup-Amended. (Equivalent)
17.56.610 CFC Section 2703.4 Material Safety Data Sheets -Amended. (Equivalent)
17.56.620 CFC Section 3104.1.1 Liquid Tight Floor-Amended. (Equivalent)
17.56.630 CFC Section 3309 "Safe and sane"or dangerous fireworks-
Added. (1,2,7,8,9)
17.56.640 CFC Section 3310 Explosives -Added. (1,2,7,8,9)
17.56.650 CFC Section 3404.2.9.6.1 Locations where above-ground tanks
are prohibited-Amended. (Equivalent)
17.56.660 CFC Section 3404.2.11.2 Location-Amended. (3-7)
17.56.670 CFC Section 3404.2.13.1.4. Tanks abandoned in place - Amended. (3-7)
17.56.680 CFC Section 3405.3.3 Heating, lighting and cooking appliances -
Amended. (1,2,4,5,9)
17.56.690 CFC Section 3405.3.7.5.1 Ventilation-Amended. (1,2)
17.56.700 CFC Section 3406.2.4.4 Locations where above-ground tanks are
prohibited- Amended. (Equivalent)
17.56.710 CFC Section 3406.3 Well drilling and operating - Amended. (4,5,7)
17.56.720 CFC Section 3702 Definitions, Containment Vessel -Amended. (Equivalent)
17.56.730 CFC Section 3703.1.4.1 Floors -Amended. (Equivalent)
17.56.740 CFC Section 3904.1.3 Liquid-tight floor-Amended. (Equivalent)
17.56.750 CFC Section 4004.1.5 Liquid-tight floor- Amended. (Equivalent)
17.56.760 CFC Section 4104.1.1 Liquid-tight floor- Amended. (Equivalent)
17.56-770 CFC Section 4304.1.3 Liquid-tight floor- Amended. (Equivalent)
17.56.780 CFC Section 4404.1.2 Liquid-tight floor- Amended. (Equivalent)
17.56.790 CFC Section 4603.1 Required construction- Amended. (Equivalent)
17.56.800 CFC Section 4603.4 Sprinkler systems- Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.810 CFC Section4603.4.3 Tenant improvements - Added. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.820 CFC Section 4603.6 Fire alarm systems- Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.830 CFC Section 4603.6.10 Tenant improvements - Added. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.840 NFPA 13, Installation of sprinkler systems -Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.850 NFPA 13D, Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-
Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes - Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.860 NFPA 13R, Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential
Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height- Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.870 NFPA 14, Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems -Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.880 NFPA 24, Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their
Appurtenances - Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.890 NFPA 72,National Fire Alarm Code - Amended. (1,2,4,5,7,9,10)
17.56.900 Appendix B Section B 105.1 One- and two-family dwellings -Amended.
ATTACHMENT #4
SUMMARY OF FIRE CODE CHANGES
PRESENTED IN THE 2010 ADOPTION
Chapter 1 — Scope and Administration
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 2 — Definitions
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 3 — General Precautions Against Fire_ _
• In concert with changes agreed upon by an Orange County Fire Marshal's working
group, Huntington Beach has added a requirement to submit certain geological
reports for development near land that may contain toxic, combustible, or flammable
liquids, gases, or vapors. This is in agreement with current Department of Toxic
Substances Control (DTSC) requirements.
Chapter 4 — Emergency Planning and Preparedness
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 5 — Fire Service Features
• California now includes a requirement for buildings to allow for adequate first
responder radio coverage and could impact both new and existing buildings. The
Fire Department could require that Bi-directional Amplifiers be installed in buildings
in order to correct for deficient radio coverage.
Chapter 6 — Building Services and Systems
• In concert with changes agreed upon by an Orange County Fire Marshal's working
group, Huntington Beach has added the following requirements:
1. Photovoltaic systems will be required to comply with the current Orange County
Fire Chief's Association Guideline for Fire Safety Elements of Solar Photovoltaic
Systems.
Chapter 7 — Fire-Resistance-Rated Construction
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 8 — Interior Finish, Decorative Materials and, Furnishings
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 9 — Fire Protection Systems
® California has added a requirement that all newly constructed residential
occupancies install an automatic sprinkler system per the newly adopted California
Residential Code.
• Huntington Beach has added a requirement that occupancies with fire alarm
systems submit the records and also place a tag on the alarm panel to indicate their
compliance with the testing requirements of the fire code and NFPA 72.
Chapter 10 — Means of Egress
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 11 — Aviation Facilities
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 12 — Dry Cleaning
• California now allows dry cleaners to follow NFPA 32 in place of this chapter, which
provides them with more options for compliance with regard to the use of
combustible dry cleaning solvents.
Chapter 13 — Combustible Dust-Producing Operations
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 14 — Fire Safety During Construction and Demolition
• Huntington Beach has added a requirement that precautions be taken to avoid false
alarms caused by construction activity and specifies that these occurrences will be
billed under the false alarm billing charge in the current City Council approved fee
schedule.
o This is a change due to the fact that activation due to construction activity was
not considered a system malfunction and was therefore not previously billed.
Chapter 15 — Flammable Finishes
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
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Chapter 16 — Fruit and Crop Ripening
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 17 — Fumigation and Thermal Insecticidal Fogging
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 18 — Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 19 — Lumber Yards and Woodworking Facilities
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 20 — Manufacture of Organic Coatings
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 21 — Industrial Ovens
No significant changes were made to this chapters
Chapter 22 — Motor Fuel-Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 23 — High-Piled Combustible Storage
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 24 — Tents and Other Membrane Structures
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 25 — Tire Rebuilding and Tire Storage
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 26 — Welding and Other Hot Work
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
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Chapter 27 — Hazardous Materials — General Provisions
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 28 — Aerosols
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 29 — Combustible Fibers
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 30 — Compressed Gases
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 31 — Corrosive Materials
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 32 — Cryogenic Fluids
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 33 — Explosives and Fireworks
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 34 — Flammable and Combustible Liquids
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 35— Flammable Gases and Cryogenic Fluids
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 36 — Flammable Solids
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 37 — Highly Toxic and Toxic Materials
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
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Chapter 38 — Liquefied Petroleum Gases {._.
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 39 — Organic Peroxides
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 40 — Oxidizers, Oxidizing Gases and Oxidizing Cryogenic
Fluids
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 41 — Pyrophoric Materials
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 42 — Pyroxylin (Cellulose Nitrate) Plastics
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 43 — Unstable (Reactive) Materials
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 44 — Water-Reactive Solids and Liquids
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 45 — Marinas
This is a new chapter for the California Fire Code and includes requirements similar to
what Huntington Beach previously had to add.
Chapter 46 — Construction Requirements for Existing Buildings
This is a new chapter for the California Fire Code and it contains the provisions related
to how the fire code is applied in existing buildings.
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,., Chapter 47 - Referenced Standards
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• In concert with changes agreed upon by an Orange County Fire Marshal's working
group, Huntington Beach has made the following modifications:
1. Technical adjustments to NFPA 13, Installation of Sprinkler Systems
2. Technical adjustments to NFPA 13D, Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One-
and Two- Family Residences
3. Technical adjustments to NFPA 13R, Installation of Sprinkler Systems in
Residential Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height
4. Technical adjustments to NFPA 24, Installation of Private Fire Service Mains
and their appurtenances
5. Technical adjustments to NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm Code
The California Residential Code now requires all new homes to be outfitted with
carbon monoxide detectors, in addition to smoke detectors. Tenant improvements
in excess of$1,000 of permitted work will require carbon monoxide detectors.
Chapter 48 - Motion Picture and Television Production Studio Sound
Stages, Approved Production Facilities and Production Locations
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Chapter 49 - Reguirements for Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Areas
No significant changes were made to this chapter.
Appendix B - Fire-Flow Reguirements for Buildings
• In concert with changes agreed upon by an Orange County Fire Marshal's working
group, Huntington Beach has limited the potential reduction in required fire flow for
residential occupancies to a 1,000 GPM minimum.
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- Solar panel installations shall meet Orange County Fire
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- Fire alarm panels shall bear a durable tag that identifies
when the last annual test was performed and the
results shall be sent to the Fire Department
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ATTACHMENT #6
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
RE INTER-DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATION
To: Fred Wilson, City Administrator
From: Patrick McIntosh, Fire Chief
Date: October 25, 2010
SUBJECT: COUNCIL REQUEST REGARDING PHOTOVOLTAIC GUIDELINES
This memo is presented in response to the request made at the October 4, 2010 City Council
meeting. The City Council requested a copy of the Orange County Fire Chief's Association
(OCFCA) Guideline for Fire Safety Elements of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems (attachment
#1) and an overview of the guideline. Additionally, there was a suggestion to survey other
Orange County cities to determine guideline usage.
Background
In 2007, a Photovoltaic Solar System Task Force Committee was created at the direction of the
Governor's Office. This committee was comprised of California Solar Energy Industries
Association members, fire code officials, building officials, state agency stakeholders, and solar
industry representatives.
A final draft of the Solar Photovoltaic Installation Guideline was released by the State Fire
Marshal's Office in 2008. The primary purpose of the guideline was to provide for firefighter
safety and for maintaining firefighter roof access when panel solar systems are installed on
residential and commercial building roofs. For clarification, the 2010 version of the guideline
clarified technology terminology with no content change. The guideline was also specifically
designed as a document that could be adopted by local communities as part of the fire code.
The Orange County Fire Chief's Association Fire Marshal Committee reviewed the state
guideline in 2008 and made one modification by requiring a remote disconnect or optional
safeguards. This modification is contained in Section 1.2 of the OCFCA Guideline. The intent
of the remote disconnect is to protect firefighters from accidental contact with Direct Current
(DC) electrical wires. The optional safeguards place the DC wires in rigid tubing inside or
outside the building. Disconnect or optional safeguard costs range from approximately $500.00
for residential and up to a 10% increase with commercial applications. However, many
commercial PV applications already incorporate a disconnect for maintenance purposes. The
state guideline does not include the remote shut-off requirement with the intent to allow local
agencies to decide how to best address the matter.
Staff also recently attended the Solar Power International 2010 conference in Los Angeles and
talked with multiple industry representatives. Not only did the many representatives indicate that
they often install a remote disconnect for maintenance purposes, but were also aware of the
concerns raised by fire departments for the need of the remote disconnect. Information we have
received is that the larger installers are aware of the guidelines and they are acceptable. These
Photovoltaic Guidelines
October 25, 2010
guidelines, which provide consistency throughout Orange County and help ensure firefighter
safety, are becoming more common with time. Until they become common with everyone, staff
will work through each individual project to help ensure the project is safe and successful.
Lastly, Fire Department staff has also discussed the PV Guideline with city staff members Aaron
Klemm, Energy Project Manager, and Bill Grove, Building Services Inspection Manager. Both
indicated they support the guideline and their respective departments will work with fire
department to process PV projects through the city plan check process.
With the exception of this modification by the Orange County Fire Chief's Association, the
provisions of the State Fire Marshal's guideline has also been included in the model fire code for
inclusion in the 2013 California Fire Code, which will become State law in January 2014.
Guideline Purpose
• Standard countywide guideline which will make it easier for PV industry to follow;
• Standard countywide guideline for use by firefighters when participating in automatic and
mutual aid fire responses;
• Marking requirement to identify electrical hazards;
• Ensures adequate roof access points;
• Design PV panel locations to allow pathways on roof for firefighter ventilation;
• Design of electrical wiring to minimize trip hazards and electrical shock hazards;
• Provide remote disconnect or alternatives for firefighter safety.
County Comparison
The usage of the OCFCA PV Guideline in Orange County cities:
Agency 2010 Fire code amendment to include Current OCFCA use of
g y OCFCA PV Guideline
PV Guideline
Anaheim Yes — amended in 2007 to reference guideline Yes
Brea Yes — going to City Council for approval Yes
Costa Mesa No Yes
Fountain Valley No Yes
Fullerton No Yes
Garden Grove No Yes
Laguna Beach Yes —going to City Council for approval Yes
Newport Beach Yes — going to City Council for approval Yes
OCFA - 22 cities Yes — going to City Council(s) for approval Yes
Orange Yes — going to City Council for approval Yes
Santa Ana No Yes
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Recommendation
The Huntington Beach Fire Department recommends that the fire code be amended to include
the OCFCA Guideline. All Orange County fire agencies already use the guideline and many are
requesting their respective City Councils to amend the fire code to include the Guideline. Such
adoption will provide for firefighter safety which will also allow for rapid firefighting ventilation.
Rapid ventilation will aid in a more efficient means of rescuing of trapped victims in structure
fires. Lastly, the guideline will assist developers and installers of PV equipment to work with the
same standard used throughout Orange County.
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ATTACHMENT #7
Guideline for Fire Safety
Elements of Solar
Photovoltaic Systems
July 17, 2008
Rev: 1/1/10
This document was developed by the Orange County Fire Chiefs'Association,Orange County Fire Marshal Committee. It is
based upon the Final Draft Photovoltaic Installation Guideline developed by the California State Fire Marshal(SFM). The
technical content of the document is consistent with the SFM document with the exception of formatting,clarifying language
and additional provisions pertaining to the requirement for a remote disconnect. The Orange County Fire Marshal Committee
desires that this document is adopted by local jurisdictions in order to provide a uniform approach to the fire safety issues
associated with photovoltaic system installation.
SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC FIRE SAFETY INSTALLATION GUIDELINE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Purpose 3
Scope 3
1.General Requirements 3
1.1 Marking 3
1.1.1 Main Service Disconnect 3
1.1.1.1 Marking Content and Format 3
1.1.2 Marking DC Circuit 4
1.1.2.1 Marking Content and Format 4
1.1.3 Inverters 4
1.2. Remote Disconnect 4
1.3 Access Path Ways and Smoke Ventilation 5
1.3.1 Residential Systems-
Single and Two Unit Dwellings 6
1.3.1.1 Access 6
1.3.1.2 Ventilation 6
1.3.2 Commercial Buildings and Residential
Housing-3 of more units 6
1.3.2.1 Access 6
1.3.2.2 Pathways 7
1.3.2.3 Ventilation 7
2. Location of DC Conductors 7
3. Non-Habitable Buildings 7
4.Ground Mounted Photovoltaic Arrays 8
Examples 9
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PURPOSE:
The installation of solar photovoltaic(PV)systems presents additional areas of concern for firefighter
safety(energized equipment,trip hazards,etc.)and fire fighting operations (restricting venting
locations, limiting walking surfaces on roof structures,etc). This guideline establishes the minimum
standard for the layout design, marking,and installation of solar photovoltaic systems and is intended to
mitigate the fire safety issues.
SCOPE:
This guideline applies to all solar photovoltaic systems regardless of size for residential and commercial
purposes.
1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1.1 Marking
PV Systems shall be marked. Marking is needed to provide emergency responders with
appropriate warning and guidance with respect to isolating the solar electric system. This can
facilitate identifying energized electrical lines that connect the solar panels to the inverter, as
these should not be cut when venting for smoke removal.
Materials used for marking shall be weather resistant. UL 969 shall be used as a standard for
weather rating(UL listing of markings is not required).
1.1.1 Main Service Disconnect
For residential applications,the marking may be placed within the main service disconnect. If
the main service disconnect is operable with the service panel closed,then the marking should
be placed on the outside cover.
For commercial application,the marking shall be placed adjacent to the main service disconnect
in a location clearly visible from the location where the lever is operated.
1.1.1.1 Marking Content and Format
• Marking Content: CAUTION:SOLAR ELECTRIC SYSTEM CONNECTED
• Red Background
• White Lettering
• Minimum 3/8" Letter Height
• All capital letters
• Arial or similar font, Non-bold
• Reflective weather resistant material suitable for the environment(durable adhesive
materials must meet this requirement)
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1.1.2 Marking PV Circuit
Marking is required on all interior and exterior PV conduit, raceways,enclosures, cable
assemblies, and junction boxes to alert the fire service to avoid cutting them. Marking shall be
placed every 10 feet, at turns and above and/or below penetrations,and at all PV combiner and
junction boxes.
1.1.2.1 Marking Content and Format
Marking Content: CAUTION:SOLAR CIRCUIT
• Red Background
• White Lettering
• Minimum 3/8" Letter Height
• All capital letters
• Arial or similar font, Non-bold
• Reflective weather resistant material suitable for the environment (durable adhesive
materials must meet this requirement)
1.1.3 Inverters
The inverter is a device used to convert DC electricity from the solar system to AC electricity for
use in the building's electrical system or the grid.
No markings are required for the inverter.
1.2 Remote Disconnect
PV Circuits shall be equipped with a means for remote disconnect located downstream from
the photovoltaic array at the point where the circuit enters the structure,or at another
approved location.Control of the remote disconnect shall be located within five feet of the
building's main electrical panel.The remote disconnect shall be listed and meet the
requirements of the California Electrical Code
Exceptions:
1. PV Circuits contained in rigid or electrical metallic tubing running between the array
combiner box and the main electrical panel which are entirely exterior to the building
need not be equipped with a means of remote disconnect other than the disconnects
intrinsic to the system.
2. PV Circuits contained in rigid or electrical metallic tubing running between the array
combiner box and the main electrical panel that run through the interior of the building
when installed a minimum of 18" below the roof assembly when measured parallel to
the surface of the roof.
3. The system inverter may be used for remote disconnect when located immediately
upstream of the roof penetration where the circuit enters the structure.
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Signage shall be located immediately next to the remote disconnect control as follows:
• Marking Content: CAUTION:SOLAR CIRCUIT DISCONNECT
• Red Background
• White Lettering
• Minimum 3/8" Letter Height
• All capital letters
• Arial or similar font, Non-bold
• Reflective weather resistant material suitable for the environment(durable adhesive
materials must meet this requirement)
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1.3 Access, Pathways, and Smoke Ventilation
Access and spacing requirements shall be observed in order to:
1. Ensure access to the roof
2. Provide pathways to specific areas of the roof
3. Provide for smoke ventilation opportunity areas
4. Provide emergency egress from the roof
Exceptions to this requirement may be requested where access, pathway or ventilation
requirements are reduced due to:
• Unique site specific limitations
• Alternative access opportunities (as from adjoining roofs)
• Ground level access to the roof area in question
• Other adequate ventilation opportunities when approved by the fire code official.
• Adequate ventilation opportunities afforded by panel set back from other rooftop
equipment(for example:shading or structural constraints may leave significant areas open
for ventilation near HVAC equipment.)
• Automatic ventilation device.
• New technology, methods, or other innovations that ensure adequate fire department
access, pathways and ventilation opportunities.
Designation of ridge, hip, and valley does not apply to roofs with 2-in-12 or less pitch.All roof
dimensions are measured to centerlines.
A roof access points shall be defined as an area that does not require ladders to be placed over
openings (i.e.,windows,vents,or doors),that are located at strong points of building
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construction and in locations where ladders will not be obstructed by tree limbs,wires,signs or
other overhead obstructions.
1.3.1 Residential —Single and Two-Unit Residential Dwellings
Plan review is required if a system is to be installed that will occupy more than 50%(Jurisdiction
modification as needed)of the roof area of a residential building.
Examples of these requirements appear at the end of these guidelines (Examples 1-4).
1.3.1.1 Access
Residential Buildings with hip roof layouts:
Modules shall be located in a manner that provides one three-foot wide clear access pathway
from the eave to the ridge on each roof slope where panels are located.The access pathway
shall be located at a structurally strong location on the building(such as a bearing wall.)
Residential Buildings with a single ridge:
Modules shall be located in a manner that provides two three-foot wide access pathways from
the eave to the ridge on each roof slope where panels are located.
Hips and Valleys: Modules shall be located no closer than one and one half feet to a hip or a
valley if panels are to be placed on both sides of a hip or valley. If the panels are to be located
on only one side of a hip or valley,that is of equal length then the panels may be placed directly
adjacent to the hip or valley.
1.3.1.2 Ventilation
Modules shall be located no higher than three feet below the ridge.
1.3.2 Commercial Buildings and Residential Housing with three or more units
Plan review is required if a system is to be installed that will occupy more than 50% (Jurisdiction
modification as needed)of the roof area of a commercial building.
Exception: If a local fire department determines that the roof configuration is similar to
residential (such as in the case of townhouses,condominiums,or single family attached
buildings),the local fire department may make a determination to apply the residential access
and ventilation requirements.
Examples of these requirements appear at the end of these guidelines(Examples 5-8).
1.3.2.1 Access
There shall be a minimum six foot wide clear perimeter around the edges of the roof.
Exception: If either axis of the building is 250 feet or less,there shall be a minimum four feet
wide clear perimeter around the edges of the roof.
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1.3.2.2 Pathways
Pathways shall be established in the design of the solar installation. Pathways shall meet the
following requirements:
1. Shall be over structural members.
2. Center line axis pathways shall be provided in both axes of the roof. Center line axis
pathways shall run on structural members or over the next closest structural member
nearest to the center lines of the roof.
3. It shall be in a straight line not less than four feet clear width to skylights and/or ventilation
hatches.
4. It shall be in a straight line not less than four feet clear width to roof fire protection
standpipe outlets.
5. It shall provide not less than four feet clear width around roof access hatch with at least one
pathway not less than 4 feet in clear width to parapet or roof edge.
1.3.2.3 Ventilation
Arrays shall be no greater than 150 by 150 feet in distance in either axis
Ventilation options between array sections shall be either:
• A pathway eight feet or greater in width
• Four feet or greater in width pathway and bordering on existing roof skylights or ventilation
hatches
• Four feet or greater in width pathway and bordering 4'x 8' "venting cutouts"every 20 feet
on alternating sides of the pathway
2. LOCATION OF DC CONDUCTORS
Conduit,wiring systems, and raceways for photovoltaic circuits shall be located as close as
possible to the ridge or hip or valley and from the hip or valley as directly as possible to an
outside wall to reduce trip hazards and maximize ventilation opportunities.
Conduit runs between sub arrays and to DC combiner boxes shall use the design that minimizes
the total amount of conduit on the roof by taking the shortest path from the array to the DC
combiner box.The DC combiner boxes are to be located such that conduit runs are minimized in
the pathways between arrays.
To limit the hazard of cutting live conduit in venting operations, DC wiring shall be run in
metallic conduit or raceways when located within enclosed spaces in a building and shall be run,
to the maximum extent possible,along the bottom of load-bearing members.
3. NON-HABITABLE BUILDINGS
These guidelines do not apply to non-habitable structures. Examples of non-habitable structures
include, but are not limited to, parking shade structures,carports,solar trellises,etc.
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4. GROUND MOUNTED PHOTOVOLTIAC ARRAYS
Setback requirements do not apply to ground-mounted,free standing photovoltaic arrays.A
clear brush area of 10' is required for ground mounted photovoltaic arrays.
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