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File #: 19-1085 MEETING DATE: 11/18/2019
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Oliver Chi, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Ursula Luna-Reynosa, Director of Community Development
Subject:
Adopt Ordinance No. 4190 adopting the 2019 Model California Construction Codes
Approved for introduction October 21, 2019 - Vote: 7-0
Statement of Issue:
The California Health and Safety Code mandates that every three years the building and construction
codes be updated for all cities and counties throughout the State in order to adopt the code with local
amendments. If the City Council approves the attached ordinance, the most recent editions of the
California construction codes with the applicable amendments will become effective January 1, 2020,
as required by State law.
Financial Impact:
The adoption of the proposed Codes will not have any fiscal impact on the City's budget.
Recommended Action:
Adopt Ordinance No. 4190, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending the Huntington
Beach Municipal Code, Title 17 - Building and Construction Chapters 17.04, 17.07, 17.40, 17.44, and
17.48 to Adopt by Reference the Current California Code of Regulations Title 24 Parts 1-12 with
Regard to the 2019 Edition of the California Building Code, 2019 Edition of the California Residential
Code, 2019 Edition of the California Mechanical Code, 2019 Edition of the California Plumbing Code,
and 2019 Edition of the California Electrical Code; to Adopt the 2019 Edition of the California
Administration Code, 2019 Edition of the California Energy Code, 2019 Edition of the California
Historical Building Code, 2019 Edition of the Reference Standards Code, and the 2019 Edition of the
Green Building Standards Code; Chapter 17.46 Amending to Reference the 2018 Uniform Swimming
Pool, Spa and Hottub Code; Chapter 17.60 Amending to Reference the 2018 Uniform Solar, Energy
and Hydronic and Geothermal Code;" (Attachment No. 1).
Alternative Action(s):
1. Do not adopt the ordinance. This would mean that the State codes become law by default
without local amendments.
2. Continue the item and direct staff accordingly.
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Analysis:
Construction codes that regulate the health and safety of the structures in our city are published
every three years, to keep up with current design technology and construction materials. The
California Building Standards Commission is charged with approving and publishing the State Codes
under Title 24. The 2019 editions of the California Building, Green Building Standards, Residential,
Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical Codes were published on July 1, 2019. In accordance with
Section 18941.5 of the California Health and Safety Code, the City is mandated to enforce the codes
starting on January 1, 2020.
Summary of Title 24 Updates:
The 2019 California Building Code has undergone only minor changes from the 2016 edition. The
majority of the changes were already made to the 2016 codes by interim changes that were carried
forward in the 209 codes. A few of the most noteworthy changes are:
• Occupied roofs (permitted as per the story immediately below the roof)
• Mezzanine area limitation (allowing 50% of the open roof below under certain conditions)
• Protection of attics with fire sprinkler or other acceptable alternative methods in mid-level multi
-family occupancies
• General office space floor areas to allow 50% larger before triggering additional exits
• Tsunami loads and designs for large public assemblies and essential facilities
• Exception to emergency escape openings in basement bedrooms when automatic sprinkler
system is installed
• Interconnection of carbon monoxide alarms
• Solar panels for new single-family homes using the prescriptive energy method
Official adoption of the codes by reference allows the City of Huntington Beach to amend the codes
for administrative purposes and for special conditions and hazards that do not exist in all jurisdictions,
if necessary. The specific findings (Attachment No. 3) are also required to be adopted since the State
requires cities to justify that the amendments are reasonably necessary because of local climatic,
geological or topographic conditions. If the codes are not adopted, they will become law by default
without amendments.
Summary of Local Amendments:
Huntington Beach has certain climatic and geological conditions that need to be mitigated to prevent
certain hazards from occurring. Climatic conditions include Santa Ana winds and dry climatic
conditions that could result in fires while the City's location to Pacific Ocean could result in flooding.
Local amendments include fire prevention systems and clarifying the minimum requirements for roof
covering to mitigate fire hazards while requiring underground piping to be sleeved to protect
infrastructure from flooding hazards. Geological conditions include seismic activity, methane district,
corrosive soils, tsunami hazard zone, and floodplain hazards due to the failure of upstream dams.
Examples of local amendments to mitigate such hazards include requiring soils and methane reports
as part of Construction Documents, fire prevention systems, flood resistant construction and climatic
and geographic design criteria. All other local amendments are administrative in nature.
The Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code and Uniform Solar, Hydronics and Geothermal
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Code are not mandated by the State. However, new editions are proposed to be adopted to reflect
changes and to stay current with industry standards.
Adoption of the codes requires two City Council meetings as follows: First meeting is to introduce the
Ordinance (October 21, 2019); and the second meeting is to adopt them with findings.
The proposed Huntington Beach Municipal Code amendments are contained in the attached
legislative drafts.
Environmental Status:
The project involves adoption of an ordinance to incorporate the California Building Code update into
the Huntington Beach Municipal Code. The project is exempt pursuant to California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), which exempts projects where it can be seen
with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on
the environment. The project is also exempt pursuant to City Council Resolution No. 4501, which
supplements the CEQA Guidelines Section 15320, Class 20, and states that projects involving
"adoption of ordinances (except zoning) which establish or amend procedures for reviewing an
activity or which require subsequent discretionary action which is subject to CEQA. .." are exempt.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Enhance and maintain high quality City services
Attachment(s):
1. Ordinance No. 4190
2. Legislative Draft
3. Finding of Facts for code amendments
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File #: 19-971 MEETING DATE: 10/21/2019
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Oliver Chi, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Ursula Luna-Reynosa, Director of Community Development
Subject:
Approve for introduction Ordinance No. 4190 adopting the 2019 Model California Construction
Codes; and schedule a Public Hearing for November 18, 2019
Statement of Issue:
The California Health and Safety Code mandates that every three years the building and construction
codes be updated for all cities and counties throughout the State in order to adopt the code with local
amendments. If the City Council approves the attached ordinance, the most recent editions of the
California construction codes with the applicable amendments will become effective January 1 , 2020,
as required by State law.
Financial Impact:
The adoption of the proposed Codes will not have any fiscal impact on the City's budget.
Recommended Action:
A) Approve Introduction of Ordinance No. 4190, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach
Amending the Huntington Beach Municipal Code, Title 17 - Building and Construction Chapters
17.04, 17.07, 17.40, 17.44, and 17.48 to Adopt by Reference the Current California Code of
Regulations Title 24 Parts 1-12 with Regard to the 2019 Edition of the California Building Code, 2019
Edition of the California Residential Code, 2019 Edition of the California Mechanical Code, 2019
Edition of the California Plumbing Code, and 2019 Edition of the California Electrical Code; to Adopt
the 2019 Edition of the California Administration Code, 2019 Edition of the California Energy Code,
2019 Edition of the California Historical Building Code, 2019 Edition of the Reference Standards
Code, and the 2019 Edition of the Green Building Standards Code; Chapter 17.46 Amending to
Reference the 2018 Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hottub Code; Chapter 17.60 Amending to
Reference the 2018 Uniform Solar, Energy and Hydronic and Geothermal Code;" (Attachment No. 1)
and,
B) Direct that a Public Hearing be set for the adoption of Ordinance No. 4190 on November 18,
2019.
Alternative Action(s):
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1. Do not approve the ordinance for introduction. This would mean that the State codes become
law by default without local amendments.
2. Continue the item and direct staff accordingly.
Analysis:
Construction codes that regulate the health and safety of the structures in our city are published
every three years, to keep up with current design technology and construction materials. The
California Building Standards Commission is charged with approving and publishing the State Codes
under Title 24. The 2019 editions of the California Building, Green Building Standards, Residential,
Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical Codes were published on July 1, 2019. In accordance with
Section 18941.5 of the California Health and Safety Code, the City is mandated to enforce the codes
starting on January 1, 2020.
Summary of Title 24 Updates:
The 2019 California Building Code has undergone only minor changes from the 2016 edition. The
majority of the changes were already made to the 2016 codes by interim changes that were carried
forward in the 209 codes. A few of the most noteworthy changes are:
• Occupied roofs (permitted as per the story immediately below the roof)
• Mezzanine area limitation (allowing 50% of the open roof below under certain conditions)
• Protection of attics with fire sprinkler or other acceptable alternative methods in mid-level multi
-family occupancies
• General office space floor areas to allow 50% larger before triggering additional exits
• Tsunami loads and designs for large public assemblies and essential facilities
• Exception to emergency escape openings in basement bedrooms when automatic sprinkler
system is installed
• Interconnection of carbon monoxide alarms
• Solar panels for new single-family homes using the prescriptive energy method
Official adoption of the codes by reference allows the City of Huntington Beach to amend the codes
for administrative purposes and for special conditions and hazards that do not exist in all jurisdictions,
if necessary. The specific findings (Attachment No. 3) are also required to be adopted since the State
requires cities to justify that the amendments are reasonably necessary because of local climatic,
geological or topographic conditions. If the codes are not adopted, they will become law by default
without amendments.
Summary of Local Amendments:
Huntington Beach has certain climatic and geological conditions that need to be mitigated to prevent
certain hazards from occurring. Climatic conditions include Santa Ana winds and dry climatic
conditions that could result in fires while the City's location to Pacific Ocean could result in flooding.
Local amendments include fire prevention systems and clarifying the minimum requirements for roof
covering to mitigate fire hazards while requiring underground piping to be sleeved to protect
infrastructure from flooding hazards. Geological conditions include seismic activity, methane district,
corrosive soils, tsunami hazard zone, and floodplain hazards due to the failure of upstream dams.
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Examples of local amendments to mitigate such hazards include requiring soils and methane reports
as part of Construction Documents, fire prevention systems, flood resistant construction and climatic
and geographic design criteria. All other local amendments are administrative in nature.
The Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code and Uniform Solar, Hydronics and Geothermal
Code are not mandated by the State. However, new editions are proposed to be adopted to reflect
changes and to stay current with industry standards.
Adoption of the codes requires two City Council meetings as follows: First meeting is to introduce the
Ordinance (October 21, 2019); and the second meeting is to adopt them with findings.
The proposed Huntington Beach Municipal Code amendments are contained in the attached
legislative drafts.
Environmental Status:
The project involves adoption of an ordinance to incorporate the California Building Code update into
the Huntington Beach Municipal Code. The project is exempt pursuant to California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), which exempts projects where it can be seen
with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on
the environment. The project is also exempt pursuant to City Council Resolution No. 4501, which
supplements the CEQA Guidelines Section 15320, Class 20, and states that projects involving
"adoption of ordinances (except zoning) which establish or amend procedures for reviewing an
activity or which require subsequent discretionary action which is subject to CEQA. .." are exempt.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Enhance and maintain high quality City services
Attachment(s):
1. Ordinance No. 4190
2. Legislative Draft
3. Finding of Facts for code amendments
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ORDINANCE NO. 4190
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE, TITLE
17 —BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION CHAPTERS 17.04, 17.07,
17.40, 17.44 AND 17.48 TO ADOPT BY REFERENCE THE CURRENT
CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS TITLE 24 PARTS 1-12
WITH REGARD TO THE 2019 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA
BUILDING CODE, 2019 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA
RESIDENTIAL CODE, 2019 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA
MECHANICAL CODE, 2019 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA
PLUMBING CODE, AND 2019 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE; TO ADOPT THE 2019 EDITION OF THE
CALIFORNIA ADMINISTRATION CODE, 2019 EDITION OF THE
CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE, 2019 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA
HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE, 2019 EDITION OF THE
REFERENCE STANDARDS CODE, AND THE 2019 EDITION OF THE
GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE; CHAPTER 17.46
AMENDING TO REFERENCE THE 2018 UNIFORM SWIMMING
POOL, SPA AND HOTTUB CODE; CHAPTER 17.60 AMENDING TO
REFERENCE THE 2018 UNIFORM SOLAR, ENERGY AND
HYDRONIC AND GEOTHERMAL CODE.
The City Council of Huntington Beach does hereby ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: Purpose and Authority. Pursuant to Health & Safety Code Section 17922 and
18935, the State of California Building Standards Commission has approved the adoption on new
model codes relating to design and construction for the protection of life and property. The
Building Standards Commission has advised local jurisdictions that the State of California will
adopt the 2019 Edition of the California Building Standards Code.
The purpose of this Ordinance is to adopt by reference the 2019 California Code of Regulations
Title 24, Parts 1-12 and certain supplemental regulations, subject to the definitions, clarifications,
and the amendments set forth in this Ordinance.
A copy of all of the referenced codes and standards therefore are on file in the office of the building
official pursuant to Health & Safety Code Section 18942(d)(1) and are made available for public
inspection at City Hall within the Department of Community Development, Building Division,
during regular business hours.
SECTION 2: Amendments. Local jurisdictions may amend the California Building Code as
necessary by making findings that differences caused by local topographical, geographical, and
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climatic conditions exist in Huntington Beach. In accordance with California Health & Safety
Code Section 17958.7, any modifications made via local ordinance must contain findings and be
filled, along with the findings thereto, with the Building Standards Commission. The findings are
contained in the "Express Findings" section attached hereto as Exhibit#2 and incorporated herein
by reference. These local changes will be incorporated into Title 17 of the Huntington Beach
Municipal Code to preserve the health, welfare and safety of residents, businesses and property
within the City.
Amendments to the Huntington Beach Municipal Code are set forth in the Legislative Drafts and
attached as Exhibit#1 and incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 3: Application. This Code shall provide regulations for all new construction and any
alterations, repairs, relocations, or reconstruction of any building or any portion thereof including
any electrical, mechanical, gas, or plumbing installed on any property or used on or within any
building.
SECTION 4: Conflicts with Other laws, rules, etc. In the event of any conflict between this
Code and any law, rule or regulation of the State of California,that requirement which establishes
the higher standard of safety shall govern. Failure to comply with such standard of safety shall be
a violation of this Code.
SECTION 5: Validity. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this
Ordinance is for any reason held out to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court
of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of
this ordinance. The City Council of the City of Huntington Beach hereby declares that it would
have adopted this ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion
thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsection, sentence clause, phrases
or portions be declared valid or unconstitutionally.
SECTION 6: Reference to Prior Code. Unless superseded and expressly repealed, references in
City forms,documents and regulations to the chapters and sections of the former Huntington Beach
Building Code, 2016, shall be construed to apply to the corresponding provisions contained within
the Huntington Beach Building Code, 2019.
SECTION 7: Filing. A copy of this Ordinance shall be filed with the California Building
Standards Commission, which includes the City's "Express Findings" supporting the City's
amendments to the Codes specified.
SECTION 8: Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective 30 days after its adoption.
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Ordinance No. 4190
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of Huntington Beach at regular meeting
thereof held on the 18th day of November , 2019.
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ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
City Clerk - City Attorney p V
VIEW D A OVE INITIATED AND APPROVED:
City Manager Director of Community Development
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EXHIBIT #1: LEGISLATIVE DRAFTS
EXHIBITS
SECTION 1 Adoption of CALIFORNIA ADMINISTRATION CODE
Chapter 17.02
SECTION 2 Amendments to BUILDING CODE
Chapter 17.04
SECTION 3 Amendments to RESIDENTIAL CODE
Chapter 17.07
SECTION 4 Amendments to MECHANICAL CODE
Chapter 17.40
SECTION 5 Amendments to PLUMBING CODE
Chapter 17.44
SECTION 6 Amendments to SWIMMING POOL, SPA AND HOT TUB CODE
Chapter 17.46
SECTION 7 Amendments to ELECTRICAL CODE
Chapter 17.48
SECTION 8 Adoption of ENERGY CODE
Chapter 17.49
SECTION 9 Adoption of HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE
Chapter 17.50
SECTION 10 Adoption of EXISTING BUILDING CODE
Chapter 17.51
SECTION 11 Adoption of GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
Chapter 17.52
SECTION 12 Adoption of REFERENCE STANDARDS CODE
Chapter 17.53
SECTION 13 Amendments to UNIFORM SOLAR, HYDRONICS AND
Chapter 17.60 GEOTHERMAL CODE
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SECTION 1
Chapter 17.02 CALIFORNIA ADMINISTRATION CODE
Sections:
17.02.010 Adoption of the 2019 California Administration Code
17.02.010 Adoption
The 2019 California Administrative Code (codified in Part 1 of Title 24 of the California Code of
Regulations), as published by the International Code Council and the California Building
Standards Commission, is hereby adopted by reference, subject to the amendments, deletions or
additions set forth in this chapter and incorporated in the Huntington Beach Building and
Construction Code.
Such code, and amendments thereto, are hereby adopted and incorporated, pursuant to California
Government Code Section 50022.2 et seq., and Health and Safety Code Section 18941.5, as fully
as though set forth at length herein, for the purpose of regulating and administering the erection,
construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, conversion, demolition,
occupancy, equipment, use, height, area, and maintenance of buildings or structures in the Cityoof
Huntington Beach,and repealing all ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith. From
the date on which this chapter takes effect the provisions of such code,together with amendments
thereto shall be controlling within the corporate limits of the City of Huntington Beach.
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SECTION 2
Chapter 17.04 BUILDING CODE
Sections:
17.04.010 Adoption of the 2019 California Building Code
17.04.020 Section [A] 10 1.1 —amended
17.04.030 Section [A] 103.1 —amended
17.04.040 Section [A] 104.1 —amended
17.04.050 Section [A] 105.2—amended
17.04.060 Section [A] 105.3.2—amended
17.04.070 Section [A] 105.5 —amended
17.04.080 Subsection [A] 107.2.1.1 —added
17.04.090 Subsection [A] 107.2.1.2—added
17.04.100 Section [A] 107.2.9—added
17.04.110 Section [A] 109—amended
17.04.120 Section [A] 113.1 —amended
17.04.130 Section 901.1 —amended
17.04.140 Table 1505.1 —amended
17.04.150 Subsection 1505.1.3 —amended
17.04.160 Chapter 36 Building Security—added
17.04.170 Chapter 55 Methane District Regulations - added
17.04.02010 Adoption
Galifemia Building Code, and the whole thereof-, ineluding Appendix i entitled "Patio Gever-s,"
The 2019 California Building Code Volumes 1 and 2, and the whole thereof, including Appendix
I entitled"Patio Covers" and all national codes and standards referenced therein (codified in Part
2 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations),as published by the International Code Council
and the California Building Standards Commission, is hereby adopted by reference subject to the
amendments, deletions or additions set forth in this chapter and incorporated in the Huntington
Beach Building and Construction Code.
Such code, and amendments thereto, are hereby adopted and incorporated, pursuant to California
Government Code Section 50022.2 et seq., and Health and Safety Code Section 18941.5, as fully
as though set forth at length herein, for the purpose of regulating and administering the erection,
construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, conversion, demolition,
occupancy, equipment, use, height, area, and maintenance of buildings or structures in the City of
Huntington Beach, and repealing all ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith. From
the date on which this chapter takes effect the provisions of such code, together with amendments
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thereto shall be controlling within the corporate limits of the City of Huntington Beach. (2747-
2/85, 2976-12/88, 3022-12/89, 3147-7/92, 3305-12/95, 3422-7/99, 3573-10/02, 3789-1/08, 3892-
12/10, 3993-11/13, 4106-12/16, xxxx-12/19)
17.04.04920 CBC Section [A] 101.1 - Amended
CBC Chapter 1, Section jA j 10 1.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1Al 101.1 Title. This ehapte These Regulations shall be known as the 14unting4en Beaeh
Building Code of Huntington Beach, may be cited as such, and will be hereinafter referred
to h as the Building Cede"this code." (2747-2/85, 3422-7/99)
rrvTvsi Chapter-- . vcctien 101.2-vcApi Amended
movement,The pr-evisiens of this Gode shall apply te the eenstru 60W, alteration, ,
replaeemen ,repay;equipment, use and eeoupaney, -!A t6rr-iniiriAenanee, r—e"ivvcri and-
buildings or- s4metur-es.
Exeep met-ached-one and two family multiple single family dwellings
(tev.fflhauses) not more than thFee stories above gr-ade plan in height with a separate means e
egress and their- aeeessery stfuetur-es shall eemply with the Califemia Residential Code. (3789
17.04.030 CBC Chapter 1, Section [A] 103.1 Creation of enforcement agency—Amended:
CBC Chapter 1, Section [Al 103.1 Creation of enforcement agency is hereby amended to read as
follows:
[A] 103.1 Creation of enforcement agency. Department of Community Development
Building Division is hereby created and the official in charge thereof shall be known as the
building official.
17.04.040 CBC Chapter 1, Subsection [A] 104.10.1 Flood hazard areas—Amended:
CBC Chapter 1, Section [A] 104.10.1 Flood hazard areas is hereby amended to read as follows:
104.10.1 Flood hazard areas. The Building Official shall not grant modifications to any
provision required in flood hazard areas unless a determination has been made in
accordance with the Floodplain Overlay District portion of the Huntington Beach Zoning
Code Chapter 222.
17.04.03250 CBC Chapter 1, Section [A] 105.2 Work Exempt From Permit—Amended:
Section [A] 105.2 Work Exempt from Permit is amended to read in its entirely as follows:
[A] 105.2 Work exempt from permit. Exemptions from permit requirements of this Code
shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in
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violation of the provisions of this Code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction.
Permits shall not be required for the following:
Building:
1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds,playhouses,
pagodas, gazebos and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 120
square feet. Such structures shall comply with setback and height requirements of
the Zoning Subdivision Ordinance and the Fire Code.
2. Masonry or Concrete lfences not over 42 inches hio in height above lowest
adiacent grade eF and all other fences ar-eh*eeWr-a f P+ar-es- not exceeding si*6 feet
in height above the lowest adjacent grade and not within required zoning setbacks
or subject to review by the Fire Department.
Exception: Walls and fences less than 6 feet in height that are required as a
condition of project approval, subject to review by the Fire Department, guard
system or pool barrier system are required to have permits.
3. Oil derricks and tanks.
4. Retaining walls that are not over twe 4 feet of eai4 in height
measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a
surcharge or impounding Class I, II or IIIA liquids.
5. Water tanks supported directly on grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000
gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed 2:1.
6. Sidewalks,platforms,decks and driveways not more than 30 inches above adjacent
grade, and not over any basement or story below and not part of an accessible route.
7. Painting,papering,tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops and similar finish work.
8. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a Group R-3 occupancy that are less
than 18 inches deep, are not greater than 5,000 gallons and are installed entirely
above ground.
9. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery.
10. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes, not
including service systems.
11. Swings, other playground equipment and similar type recreational structures
accessory to detached one-and two-family dwellings.
12. Window awnings in Group R-3 and U occupancies, supported by an exterior wall
that do not project more than 54 inches from the exterior wall and do not require
additional support in .
13. Nonfixed and movable fixtures, cases, racks, counters and partitions not over fwe
5 feet nine 9 inches in height.
14. Flag poles, light poles and TV dishes in connection with a Group R, Division 3
occupancy and not exceeding 15 feet in height.
15. Re-roofing an area smaller than 100 square feet while satisfying all applicable
application requirements.
16. Replacement doors and windows when the waterproofing membrane is not altered
and emergency egress dimensions are equal to or better than the original permitted
layout.
17. New roof penetrations less than 14" by 14" when no framing modifications or
additions are required.
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Unless otherwise provided by this Code, separate plumbing, electrical and mechanical
permits will be required for the above-exempted items.
Any of the above items that are located in a Floodplain Overlay District, Environmentally
Sensitive Area or subject to a discretionary Planning Division approvel or as otherwise
required by the Planning Division or any other authority/agency is not exempt from
permits.
Electrical:
l. Repairs and maintenance: Minor repair work, including the replacement of lamps
or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved
permanently installed receptacles.
2. Radio and television transmitting stations: The provisions of this Code shall not
apply to electrical equipment used for radio and television transmissions, but do
apply to equipment and wiring for a power supply and the installations of towers
and antennas.
3. Temporary testing systems: A permit shall not be required for the installation of
any temporary system required for the testing or servicing of electrical equipment
or apparatus.
4. Temporary decorative lighting.
5. Replacement of attachment plug receptacles, but not the outlets therefor.
6. Replacement of general use snap switches.
7. Repair or replacement of any overcurrent device of the required capacity in the
same location.
8. Repair or replacement of electrodes or transformers of the same size and capacity
for signs or gas tube systems.
9. The wiring for temporary theater, motion picture or television stage sets.
10. Electrical wiring,devices,appliances,apparatus or equipment operating at less than
25 volts and not capable of supplying more than 50 watts of energy.
11. Low-energy power, control and signal circuits of Classes II and III as defined in
the electrical code.
12. Non-vehicle-mounted portable generators.
13. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make
such equipment unsafe.
Gas:
l. Portable heating appliance.
2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make
such equipment unsafe.
3. Portable cooking or clothes drying appliance.
4. Portable fuel-cell appliances that are not connected to a fixed piping system and are
not interconnected to a power grid.
Mechanical:
1. Portable heating appliances.
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2. Portable ventilation equipment or appliances.
3. Portable cooling unit.
4. Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment
regulated by this Code.
5. Replacement of any part that does not alter its approval or make it unsafe.
6. Portable evaporative cooler.
7. Self-contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds (4.54 kg) or less of
refrigerant and actuated by motors of one horsepower(746 W) or less.
8. Portable fuel-cell appliances that are not connected to a fixed piping system and are
not interconnected to a power grid.
Plumbing:
1. The stopping of leaks in drains,water, soil,waste, or vent pipe, provided, however,
that if any concealed trap, drain pipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe becomes
defective and it becomes necessary to remove and replace the same with the new
material, such work shall be considered as new work and a permit shall be obtained
and inspection made as provided in this Code.
2. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or fixtures and
the removal and reinstallation of water closets,provided such repairs do not involve
or require the replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes, or fixtures.
3. Repair or replacement of any plumbing fixture or appliance of the same type and
size and in the same location. Exception: electric and fuel gas water heaters.
4. Replacement of any part that does not alter its approval or make it unsafe. (3789-
1/08, 3892-12/10)
17.04.03360 CBC Chapter 1, Division II, Section [Al 105.3.2 Time Limitation of
Application—Amended:
CBC Chapter 1, Division II, Section [A] 105.3.2 Time Limitation of Application is amended in its
entirely as follows:
[A] 105.3.2 Time limitation of application.Applications for which no permit is issued within
180 days following the date of application shall expire automatically, and plans and other data
submitted for review may thereafter be returned to the applicant or destroyed by the building
official. The building official may extend the time for action by the applicant in increments of
180 days subject to the following conditions:
1. The applicant shall submit an application every 180 days, accompanied by a plan
review extension fee, established by resolution of the City Council.
2. Any plans that remain in plan review over 360 days shall meet all construction
standards that are adopted at the time the permit is issued.
3. Plans may not remain in plan review more than 720 days except under extreme
situations as approved by the building official. (3789-1/08, 3892-12/10)
17.04.03470 CBC Chapter 1, Division II, Section lAI 105.5 Expiration—Amended:
CBC Chapter 1, Division II, Section [A] 105.5 Expiration is amended in its entirely as follows:
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[A] 105.5 Expiration. Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work on the
site authorized by such permit is commenced within 180 12 months after its issuance,
or if the work authorized on the site by such permit is suspended or abandoned for a period
of 180 days after the time the work is commenced. Work shall be considered suspended or
abandoned if substantial approval of one of the required progress inspections is not
accomplished every 180 days. Before such work can be recommenced, a new permit shall
be first obtained, and the fee therefer thereof shall be one-half the amount required for a
new permit for such work, provided no changes have been made or will be made in the
original plans and specifications for such work; and provided further that such suspension
or abandonment has not exceeded one year. In order to renew action on a permit after one
year, the permittee shall pay a new full permit fee. The building official is authorized to
grant, in writing one or more extensions of time, for periods not more than 180 days each.
The extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated.
The pei:fnittee holding 1 pei:mit Fnay apply for- an extension. The buil
days upon �wTitten applieation by the peFmit4ee. Pefmits shall not be extended more th—an.
onee exeept undef extreme siWations and when approved by the building effleial. (3789-
1/08, 3892-12/10)
Time limitation for permit expiration as the result of code enforcement shall be as per
notice of violation or as otherwise determined by the Building Official.
17.04.080 CBC Chapter 1,Division II, Section [A] 107 Submittal Documents—Added:
CBC Chapter 1, Division I1, Section [A] 107 Submittal Documents — A new Subsection [A]
107.2.1.1 is added to read in its entirely as follows:
[A] 107.2.1.1 Building Security.The construction drawings shall show conformance with
the Building Security provisions in Building Code Chapter 23 as amended in 17.04.160.
17.04.090 CBC Chapter 1, Division II, Section [A] 107 Submittal Documents—Added:
CBC Chapter 1, Division II, Section [A] 107 Submittal Documents — A new Subsection [Al
107.2.1.2 is added to read in its entirely as follows:
[A] 107.2.1.2 Methane Overlay District. New building construction in the defined
methane overlay districts shall comply with the Building Code Chapter 55 as amended in
17.04.170 and with the Huntington Beach Fire Code.
17.04.100 CBC Chapter 1, Division II, Section [A] 107 Submittal Documents—Added:
CBC Chapter 1, Division II, Section [A] 107 Submittal Documents — A new Subsection [Al
107.2.9 is added to read in its entirely as follows:
[A] 107.2.9 Soils report. A Soil report shall be submitted with all permit applications for
new construction and additions. Soil Reports shall be prepared by a professional engineer
licensed by the State to prepare such reports. The Building Official may waive this
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requirement if he/she finds that the scope of work applied for does not necessitate a soil
report.
17.04.9M110 CBC Chanter 1, Division II, Section [Al 109 Fees—Amended:
CBC Chapter 1, Division Il, Section [A] 109 Fees amended in its entirely as follows:
*]� 109.1 Payment of fees. A permit shall not be valid until the fees prescribed by law
have been paid, nor shall an amendment to a permit be released until the additional fee, if
any, has been paid. The building official may allow temporary exceptions.
§-]AI 109.1.1 Plan review fees. When a plan or other data is required to be submitted a
plan review fee shall be paid. This fee shall be paid at the time of submitting plans and
specifications for plan review. Said plan review fees shall be as established by resolution
of the City Council.
§-L,11 109.1.2 Permit fees. The fee shall be paid at permit issuance. The standard for
determination of value or valuation of the project shall be made by the building official and
as established by resolution of the City Council.
*-]�d 109.1.3 Miscellaneous service fees. Whenever an application is made for all other
services, a fee for the service in an amount established by resolution of the City Council
shall be paid to the City.
*-LAI 109.2 Schedule of permit fees. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical,
and plumbing systems or alterations requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid
as required, in accordance with the schedule as established by resolution of the City
Council.
*-f Al 109.3 Building permit valuations. The applicant for a permit shall provide an
estimated permit value at time of application. Permit valuations shall include total value of
work,including materials and labor,for which the permit is being issued, such as electrical,
gas, mechanical, plumbing equipment and permanent systems. If, in the opinion of the
building official, the valuation is underestimated on the application, the permit shall be
denied, unless the applicant can show detailed estimates to meet the approval of the
building official. Final building permit valuation shall be set by the building official and as
established by resolution of the City Council.
§-]AJ 109.4 Work commencing before permit issuance. Any person who commences
any work on a building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system before
obtaining the necessary permits shall be subject to an investigation fee established by
resolution by the City Council that shall be in addition to the required permit fees.
§-L,L 109.5 Related fees. The payment of the fee for the construction, alteration, removal
or demolition for work done in connection to or concurrently with the work authorized by
a building permit shall not relieve the applicant or holder of the permit from the payment
of other fees that are prescribed by law.
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*--]I 109.6 Refunds. The building official may authorize the refund of any fee paid
hereunder for work that was not performed or for fees that were collected erroneously as
established by resolution of the City Council. (3789-1/08, 3892- 12/10)
47.04.036-EB p+,,�nvisfen 11, Seetio., 1,��Usa .,�upan", Amen
No building or- stmetur-e shall be used or- eeeupied, nor- shall a ehange in the existing
of the provisions of this Code or of other or-dinanees of the j ufisdietien.
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17.04.120 CBC Chanter 1, Division II, Section [A] 113.1 Board of Appeals general—
Amended:
CBC Chapter 1, Division II, Section [A] 113.1 is hereby amended to read in its entirely as follows:
[A] 113.1 General. In order to hear and decide appeals of the orders, decisions or
determinations made by the building official relative to the application and interpretation
of this code, there shall be and hereby created a board of appeals. The board of appeals
shall be appointed by the City Council and shall hold office at its pleasure. The board shall
adopt rules of procedure for conducting its business, and shall render all decisions and
findings in writingto o the appellant with a duplicate copy to the building official.Depending
on the subject of the appeal, specialized expertise may be solicited for the purpose of
providing input to the appeals board.
17.04.130 CBC Chapter 9 Fire Protection Systems, Section 901.1 Scope—Amended
CBC Chapter 9 Fire Protection Systems, Section 901.1 Scope amended to read as follows:
Section 901.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall specify where fire protection
systems are required and shall apply to the design, installation and operation of fire
protection systems. For amended sprinkler requirement, see Huntington Beach Municipal
Code, Chapter 17.56 of this Code. (2747-2/85, 3022-12/89, 3305-12/95, 3422-7/99, 3789-
1/08, 3892-12/10)
17.04.140 CBC Chapter 15, Table 1505.1—Amended:
CBC Chapter 15, Table 1505.1 in Subsection 1505.1 of Section 1505 is hereby amended to read as
follows:
TABLE 1505.1a
MINIMUM ROOF COVERING CLASSIFICATION
FOR TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION
IA IB IIA IIB IIIA IIIB IV VA VB
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B B B EB B C-B B B �B
For SI: 1 foot= 304.8 mm, 1 square foot= 0.0929 m2.
a. Unless otherwise required in accordance with Chapter 7A.
17.04.150 CBC Chapter 15 Subsection 1505.1.3—Amended:
Subsection 1505.1.3 is amended, by the deletion of the entire section and the addition of a new
section thereto, to read as follows:
1505.1.3 Roof coverings within all other areas. The entire roof covering of every
existing structure where more than 50 percent of the total roof area is replaced within any
one-year period, the entire roof covering of every new structure, and any roof covering
applied in the alteration, repair or replacement of the roof of every existing structure, shall
be a fire-retardant roof covering that is at least Class B.
17.04.060 CBcS@etions 1910 Min"ra"'r'a'm SlabTrovisions and 1910TvCneFfii—Ammended
The thiekness of eener-ete floof slabs suppefted dir-eetly on the ground shall not be less t
3 1/2 inehes (89 6 x.v m) ...a shag be provided it m f r-ei g equal tom, � .
� o „
third of the J v the a„ratiie-nr of eener-ete plaeement. (2747-245, °�z'/88, 33-0&
12�95, 3 422 7/O9, 3789 1 08, 3892 1240)
17.04.080160 Chapter 36 Building Security—Added a New Chapter
The Building Code is hereby amended by adding thereto new Chapter 36 entitled "Building
Security,"to read as follows:
§ 3601. Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to establish minimum standards of
construction for protection against unlawful entry.
§ 3602. Alternative security provisions. When approved by the building official, site
security systems may be provided in lieu of the specific security provisions of Section
3608, "Garages—Multiple dwellings."
§ 3603. Definitions. For the purpose of this chapter, certain terms used herein are defined
as follows:
"Cylinder guard" means a hardened ring surrounding the exposed portion of the
lock cylinder or other device which is so fastened as to protect the cylinder from
wrenching, prying, cutting or pulling by attack tools.
"Deadlocking latch" means a latch in which the latch bolt is positively held in the
projected position by a guard bolt, plunger or auxiliary mechanism.
"Dead bolt" means a bolt which has no automatic spring action and which is
operated by a key cylinder, thumb turn, or level, and is positively held fast when in
the projected position.
"Latch" means a device for automatically holding a door shut after being closed.
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"Light"means any glazed opening whether glazed with glass, plastic, metal, wood
or composition sheets or panels, or similar materials, and shall include windows,
skylights, view ports or view panels and similar openings.
§ 3604. Entry vision. All main or front entry doors to R occupancies shall be arranged so
that the occupant has a view of the area immediately outside without opening the door.
Such view may be provided by a door viewer or view port or by window or other opening
located and constructed as required by this chapter. Such area shall be provided with a
light.
§ 3605. Doors.
A. General. A door forming a part of the enclosure of a dwelling unit or of an area of
a building occupied by one tenant shall be constructed, installed, and secured as set
forth in this section.
B. Swinging doors.
1. Swinging wooden doors which can be opened from the inside without using a
key shall be of solid core construction. Lights in doors shall be as set forth in
this chapter.
2. A single swinging door, the active leaf of a pair of doors, and the bottom leaf
of Dutch doors shall be equipped with a dead bolt and deadlocking latch. The
dead bolt and latch may be activated by one lock or by individual locks. Dead
bolts shall contain hardened inserts,or equivalent,designed to repel cutting tool
attack.The lock or locks shall be key operated from the exterior side of the door
and engaged or disengaged from the interior side of the door by a device which
requires no key, special knowledge or effort.
3. A straight dead bolt shall have a minimum throw of one inch and the
embedment shall be not less than five-eighths inch into the holding device
receiving the projected bolt. All dead bolts of locks which automatically
activate two or more dead bolts shall embed at least one-half inch but need not
exceed three-fourths inch into the holding devices receiving the projected bolts.
4. A deadlocking latch shall be provided with a bolt projecting not less than five-
eighths inches from the edge of the door in which it is installed.
5. The inactive leaf of a pair of doors and the upper leaf of Dutch doors shall be
equipped with a dead bolt or dead bolts as set forth in subsection(B)(2) above.
EXCEPTIONS:
a. The bolt or bolts need not be key operated but shall not be otherwise
activated, from the exterior side of the door.
b. The bolt or bolts may be engaged or disengaged automatically with the dead
bolt or by another device on the active leaf or lower leaf.
c. Manually-operated hardened bolts at the top and bottom of the leaf and
which embed a minimum of one-half inch into the device receiving the
projected bolt may be used when not prohibited by the Building Code or
other laws and regulations.
6. Doorstops on wooden jambs for in-swinging doors shall be of one piece
construction with the jamb or joined by a rabbet.
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7. Nonremovable pins shall be used in pin-type hinges which are accessible from
the outside when the door is closed.
8. Cylinder guards shall be installed on all mortise or rim-type cylinder locks
installed in doors whenever the cylinder projects beyond the face of the door or
when otherwise accessible to gripping tools.
9. Unframed glass doors shall be of fully tempered glass not less than one-half
inch thick.
10. Narrow-framed glass doors shall be of fully tempered glass not less than one-
quarter inch thick.
C. Sliding glass doors. Sliding glass doors shall be equipped with locking devices.
Cylinder guards shall be installed on all mortise or rim-type cylinder locks installed
in doors whenever the cylinder projects beyond the face of the door or is otherwise
accessible to gripping tools.
§ 3606. Windows, or other openings.
A. General. Windows, or other similar openings shall be constructed, installed and
secured as set forth in this section.
B. Materials. Only fully-tempered glass or approved metal bars, screens, or grills
shall be used for any opening in which glass is utilized which is located within 40
inches of the locking device on a door.
C. Locking devices. All windows or other openings which are designed to be opened
shall be provided with locking devices.
§ 3608. Garages—Multiple dwellings. Whenever a development includes three or more
dwelling units, all covered parking required by other provisions of the Huntington Beach
Municipal Code shall be provided by fully-enclosed garages. Garage space for each tenant
shall be separated by partitions of three-eighths-inch plywood or any approved equivalent
with studs set not more than 24 inches apart on one side. Doors and windows in such
garages shall be constructed, equipped and secured as required by this chapter. (2747-2/85,
2787-9/85, 2976-12/88, 3022-12/89, 3305- 12/95, 3422-7/99, 3573-10/02)
17.04.085170 Chapter 55 Methane District Regulations—Added a new Chapter
The Building Code is hereby amended by adding thereto new Chapter 55 entitled "Methane
District Regulations"to read as follows:
§ 5501. Purpose. This Division sets forth the minimum requirements of the City of
Huntington Beach for new building construction in the defined methane overlay districts.
It is also the purpose of this chapter to reduce the hazards presented from accumulations of
methane gas by requiring the appropriate testing and mitigation measures for all new
buildings in the methane overlay districts.
§ 5502. Definitions. For the purposes of this division, the following definitions shall also
be applied.
A. Flammable Gas shall mean any gaseous substance capable of sustaining
combustion or explosion.
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B. Gas Detection System shall mean one or more electrical devices capable of
continuous monitoring for the presence of flammable gasses and containing an
audible alarm capable of alerting occupants that a hazardous atmosphere exists. A
part of the system shall be subject to building the system and all devices which are
department and Fire Department approved.
C. Methane Gas shall mean the hydrocarbon substance commonly known as"natural
gas," chemical formula CHa. For the purposes of definition in this chapter, natural
gas from the distribution system of a utility company is exempted and excluded
from the scope of the application of the provisions of this chapter.
D. Methane Gas Overlay District shall mean those districts within the City of
Huntington Beach as defined in Section 5503.
E. Qualified Engineer shall mean a civil engineer currently registered in the State of
California and possessing experience in the design of subsurface gas control
systems.
F. Vent System shall mean a system or device which gathers or collects flammable
gasses and releases these gasses in a specified manner and location.
§ 5503. Overlay Districts. Boundaries of the districts set forth herein are measured from
centerline to centerline of indicated streets unless otherwise described, and are graphically
depicted by the copy of the map designated "Methane Overlay Districts," which is on file
with the Fire Department.
The Methane District boundaries are as follows. Note that the directions of north, south,
east, west, and similar directions are general in nature only.
District One: Saybrook Lane south from Edinger Avenue to Davenport Drive to
Algonquin Street, south on Algonquin Street to Warner Avenue, east on Warner Avenue
to Bolsa Chica Street, north on Bolsa Chica Street to Edinger Avenue, west on Edinger
Avenue to Saybrook Lane.
District Two: All land on both sides of Pacific Coast Highway northwest from the City
Boundary at the Santa Ana River to the City Boundary at the Bolsa Chica Bluffs, then
following the City Boundary northeast to Edwards Street, Edwards Street north to Slater
Avenue, Slater Avenue east to Gothard Street, Gothard Street south to Ellis Avenue, Ellis
Avenue east to Newland Street, Newland Street south to Adams Avenue, Adams Avenue
east to the City Boundary at the Santa Ana River, City Boundary south along the Santa
Ana River to Pacific Coast Highway.
§ 5504. Plan Required. All proposed subdivisions, divisions of land, developments of
property, and new buildings within the methane overlay districts shall be reviewed by the
Fire Department. The Fire Chief may require a plan for the testing of site soils for the
presence of methane gas. Such plan shall be subject to the approval of the Fire Department,
and may include, but shall not be limited to, hammer probes, pneumatically driven probes,
and core hole samples with monitoring for the presence of methane gas. The Fire Chief
may require other actions as deemed necessary to ensure the safety of the development or
building site.
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§ 5505. Testing Required. Testing for the presence of methane gas shall be required to be
carried out in accordance with the approved plan. Results of such testing shall be submitted
to the Fire Department for review and analysis.
§ 5506. Mitigation Required. Anomalously high levels of methane gas in the near surface
or subsurface soil layers may require mitigation before any grading, development, or
building construction is allowed to take place. Such mitigation may include, but is not
limited to, the venting of abandoned oil wells, underground gathering and collection
systems for gasses, vent systems, and flared vent systems. Other systems, devices, or
components may be required as deemed necessary by the Fire Chief in order to ensure the
safety of the development and buildings.
If the mitigation measure does not reduce the soil concentrations of methane to an
acceptable level, or if other contaminants are present in the methane at a level which poses
a threat to health and safety, further development may be halted until such time as the site
is rendered safe from these hazards.
§ 5507. Isolation Barriers Required. New buildings which fall under the provisions and
requirements of this article may require the installation of a continuous, flexible,
permanent, and non-permeable barrier, and shall be a type approved by the Fire
Department.
§ 5508. Access. All methane gas mitigation systems required by this article shall be made
accessible to City personnel for the purposes of monitoring, maintenance, and evaluation
for effectiveness.
§ 5509. Areas Outside of Established Methane Overlay District Boundaries. Upon the
determination of the Fire Department that hazard may exist from methane intrusion at a
geographical location or area outside the boundaries established in Section 5503 above,the
Fire Department may enforce any or all of the provisions of this article as deemed necessary
by the Fire Chief to preclude potential hazards from fire or explosion from methane gas
accumulations.
§ 5510. Additional Remedial Measures. If the concentration of flammable gas in any
building in the City reaches or exceeds 25% of the minimum concentration which form an
ignitable mixture with air at ambient temperature and pressure,the owner of such building
shall hire a qualified engineer to investigate, recommend, and implement mitigating
measures. Such measures shall be subject to the approval of the Fire Department. (3004-
8/89, 3022-12/89, 3422-7/99)
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SECTION 3
Chapter 17.07 RESIDENTIAL CODE
Sections:
17.07.010 Adoption of the 2019 California Residential Code
17.07.020 Section R101.1 —amended
17.07.030 Section R103.1 —amended
17.07.040 Section R105.2—amended
17.07.050 Section R105.3.1.1 —deleted
17.07.060 Section R105.3.2—amended
17.07.070 Section R105.5 - amended
17.07.080 Section R106.1.6—added
17.07.090 Section R106.1.7—added
17.07.100 Section R106.1.8 —added
17.07.110 Section R108—amended
17.07.120 Section R112.1 —amended
17.07.130 Section R301.1.3.2—amended
17.07.140 Table R301.2(1)—amended
17.07.150 Footnote g to Table R301.2(1)—amended
17.07.160 Section R313.1 —amended
17.07.170 Section R313.2—amended
17.07.180 Section R322—amended
17.07.190 Section 902—deleted and replaced
17.07.200 Chapter 36 Building Security—added
17.07.210 Chapter 55 Methane District Regulations—added
17.07.02M Adoption
Galifefnia Residential and the whole , ,
en4itled "Patio
„ and exeepting all other- appendieses save and exeept these pef4iens as are heFeaftef
modified or-amended.
The 2019 California Residential Code, and whole thereof, including Appendix H, entitled "Patio
Covers",Appendix V, entitled"Swimming Pool Safety Act", and all national codes and standards
referenced therein (codified in Part 2.5 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), as
published by the International Code Council and the California Building Standards Commission,
is hereby adopted by reference, subject to the amendments, deletions or additions set forth in this
chapter and incorporated in the Huntington Beach Building and Construction Code.
Such code, and amendments thereto, are hereby adopted and incorporated, pursuant to California
Government Code Section 50022.2 et seq.,and Health and Safety Code Section 18941.5,as though
fully set forth at length herein, for the purpose of regulating and administering the erection,
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construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, conversion, demolition,
occupancy, equipment, use, height, area, and maintenance of residential one- and two-family
dwellings or structures in the City of Huntington Beach, and repealing all ordinances and parts of
ordinances in conflict herewith. From the date on which this chapter takes effect the provisions of
such code,together with amendments thereto shall be controlling within the corporate limits of the
City of Huntington Beach. (3894-12/10, 3995-12/13, 4108-12/16, xxxx-12/19)
17.07.01420 CRC Section R101.1 -Amended
CRC Chapter 1, Section R101.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
R101.1 Title. These provisions shall be known as the "Huntington Beaeh
Residential Code,' Residential Code for One-and Two-family Dwellings of Huntington
Beach, may be cited as such, and will be referred to herein as"this Code." (3894-12/10)
17.07.03530 CRC Chapter 1, Division II, Section R103.1 Enforcement Agency—Amended
CRC Chapter 1, Division II, Section R103.1 Enforcement Agency is hereby amended to read as
follows:
R103.1 Enforcement Agency. The Department of Community Development Building
Division :s the enf,-eing ageney for- those p s- is hereby created and the official in
charge thereof shall be known as the building official. (3894-12/10, 4108-12/16)
17.07.040 CRC Chapter 1, Division II, Section R105.2 Work Exempt From Permit—
Amended
CRC Chapter 1,Division II, Section R105.2 Work Exempt From Permit is hereby amended to read
as follows:
R105.2 Work exempt from permit. Exemptions from permit requirements of this Code
shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in
violation of the provisions of this Code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction.
Permits shall not be required for the following:
Building:
1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds,playhouses,
pagodas, gazebos and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 120
square feet. Such structures shall comply with setback and height requirements of
the Zoning Subdivision Ordinance and the Fire Code.
2. Masonry or Concrete Ffences not over 42 inches hio in height above lowest
adjacent grade er and all other fences ar-eh teet+ M f aRifes not exceeding si*6 feet
in height above the lowest adjacent grade and not within required zoning setbacks
or subject to review by the Fire Department.
Exception: Walls and fences less than 6 feet in height that are required as a
condition of project approval, subject to review by the Fire Department, guard
system or pool barrier system are required to have permits.
3. Oil derricks and tanks.
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4. Retaining walls whieh do not suppei4 that are not over tw&4 feet of eaftl}in height
measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a
surcharge or impounding Class I, 1I or IIIA liquids.
5. Water tanks supported directly on grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000
gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed 2:1.
6. Sidewalks,platforms,decks and driveways not more than 30 inches above adjacent
grade,and not over any basement or story below and not part of an accessible route.
7. Painting,papering, filing, carpeting,cabinets,counter tops and similar finish work.
8. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a Group R-3 occupancy that are less
than 18 inches deep, are not greater than 5,000 gallons and are installed entirely
above suound.
9. Temporary motion picture,television and theater stage sets and scenery.
10. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes, not
including service systems.
11. Swings, other playground equipment and similar type recreational structures
accessory to detached one-and two-family dwellings.
12. Window awnings in Group R-3 and U occupancies, supported by an exterior wall
that do not project more than 54 inches from the exterior wall and do not require
additional support in .
13. Nonfixed and movable fixtures, cases, racks, counters and partitions not over fwe
5 feet n-ift 9 inches in height.
14. Flag poles, light poles and TV dishes in connection with a Group R, Division 3
occupancy and not exceeding 15 feet in height.
15. Re-roofing an area smaller than 100 square feet while satisfying all applicable
application requirements.
16. Replacement doors and windows when the waterproofing membrane is not altered
and emergency egress dimensions are equal to or better than the original permitted
layout.
17. New roof penetrations less than 14" by 14" when no framing modifications or
additions are required.
Unless provided by this Code, separate plumbing, electrical and mechanical permits will
be required for the above- exempted items.
Any of the above items that are located in a Floodplain Overlay District, Environmentally
Sensitive Area or subject to a discretionary Planning Division approvel or as otherwise
required by the Planning Division or any other authority/agency is not exempt from
permits.
Electrical:
1. Repairs and maintenance: Minor repair work, including the replacement of lamps
or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved
permanently installed receptacles.
2. Radio and television transmitting stations: The provisions of this Code shall not
apply to electrical equipment used for radio and television transmissions, but do
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apply to equipment and wiring for a power supply and the installations of towers
and antennas.
3. Temporary testing systems: A permit shall not be required for the installation of
any temporary system required for the testing or servicing of electrical equipment
or apparatus.
4. Temporary decorative lighting.
5. Replacement of attachment plug receptacles, but not the outlets therefor.
6. Replacement of general use snap switches.
7. Repair or replacement of any overcurrent device of the required capacity in the
same location.
8. Repair or replacement of electrodes or transformers of the same size and capacity
for signs or gas tube systems.
9. The wiring for temporary theater, motion picture or television stage sets.
10. Electrical wiring,devices,appliances,apparatus or equipment operating at less than
25 volts and not capable of supplying more than 50 watts of energy.
11. Low-energy power, control and signal circuits of Classes I1 and III as defined in
the electrical code.
12. Non-vehicle-mounted portable generators.
13. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make
such equipment unsafe.
Gas:
1. Portable heating appliance.
2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make
such equipment unsafe.
3. Portable cooking or clothes drying appliance.
4. Portable fuel-cell appliances that are not connected to a fixed piping system and are
not interconnected to a power grid.
Mechanical:
1. Portable heating appliances.
2. Portable ventilation equipment or appliances.
3. Portable cooling unit.
4. Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment
regulated by this Code.
5. Replacement of any part that does not alter its approval or make it unsafe.
6. Portable evaporative cooler.
7. Self-contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds (4.54 kg) or less of
refrigerant and actuated by motors of 1 horsepower(746 W) or less.
8. Portable fuel-cell appliances that are not connected to a fixed piping system and are
not interconnected to a power grid.
Plumbing:
1. The stopping of leaks in drains,water, soil,waste, or vent pipe,provided, however,
that if any concealed trap, drain pipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe becomes
defective and it becomes necessary to remove and replace the same with the new
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material, such work shall be considered as new work and a permit shall be obtained
and inspection made as provided in this Code.
2. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or fixtures and
the removal and reinstallation of water closets,provided such repairs do not involve
or require the replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes, or fixtures.
3. Repair or replacement of any plumbing fixture or appliance of the same type and
size and in the same location. Exception: electric and fuel gas water heaters.
4. Replacement of any part that does not alter its approval or make it unsafe. (3894-
12/10)
17.07.04550 CRC Chapter 1, Division II, Section R105.3.1.1—Deleted
CRC Chapter 1, Division II, Section R105.3.1.1, Determination of substantially improved
or substantially damaged existing buildings in flood hazard areas, is hereby deleted. (3894-
12/10)
17.07.05060 CRC Chapter 1,Division II, Section R105.3.2 Time Limitation of Application—
Amended
CRC Chapter 1, Division II, Section R105.3.2 Time Limitation of Application is amended
to read as follows:
R105.3.2 Time limitation of application. Applications for which no permit is issued
within 180 days following the date of application shall expire automatically, and plans and
other data submitted for review may thereafter be returned to the applicant or destroyed by
the building official. The building official may extend the time for action by the applicant
in increments of 180 days subject to the following conditions:
1. The applicant shall submit an application every 180 days, accompanied by a plan
review extension fee, established by resolution of the City Council.
2. Any plans that remain in plan review over 360 days shall meet all construction
standards that are adopted at the time the permit is issued.
3. Plans may not remain in plan review more than 720 days except under extreme
situations as approved by the building official. (3894-12/10)
17.07.05570 CRC Chapter 1, Division II, Section R105.5 Expiration—Amended
CRC Chapter 1, Division II, Section R105.5 Expiration is amended to read as follows:
R105.5 Expiration. Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work on the *te
authorized by such permit is commenced within 180 days12 months after its issuance
if the work authofized an the site by sueh peffait is suspended of abandened for- a pe
of or after commencement of work if more than 180 days after-the time the wed
eammeneed pass between inspections. Work shall be considered suspended or abandoned
if substantial approval of one of the required progress inspections is not accomplished
every 180 days. Before such work can be recommenced, a new permit shall be first
obtained, and the fee therefor shall be one-half the amount required for a new permit for
such work, provided no changes have been made or will be made in the original plans and
specifications for such work; and provided further that such suspension or abandonment
has not exceeded one year. In order to renew action on a permit after one year,the permittee
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shall pay a new full permit fee. The building official is authorized to grant, in writing one
or more extensions of time, for periods not more than 180 days each. The extension shall
be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated.
The pewee-holding . e 1 pefmit may apply for- an extension. The ffg
days upon "tten-applieation by the penmittee. Peimits shall not be emtenaed more
enee exeept undef extFefne situations and when approved by the building effieial. (3 894-
12/10)
Time limitation for permit expiration as the result of code enforcement shall be as per
notice of violation or as otherwise determined by the Building Official.
17.07.080 CRC Chapter 1, Division II, Section R106 Construction Documents-Added:
CRC Chapter 1, Division Il, Section R106 Construction Documents a new Subsection R106.1.6 is
added to read in its entirely as follows:
R106.1.6 Building Securitv. The construction drawings shall show conformance with the
Building Security provisions in Building Code Chapter 36 as amended in 17.04.080.
17.07.090 CRC Chapter 1, Division II, Section R106 Construction Documents-Added:
CRC Chapter 1, Division II, Section R106 Construction Documents a new Subsection R106.1.7 is
added to read in its entirely as follows:
R106.1.7 Methane Overlav District. New building construction in the defined methane
overlay districts shall comply with the Building Code Chapter 55 as amended in 17.04.085
and with the Huntington Beach Fire Code.
17.07.100 CRC Chapter 1, Division II, Section R106 Construction Documents-Added:
CRC Chapter 1, Division 11, Section R106 Construction Documents a new Subsection R106.1.8 is
added to read in its entirely as follows:
R106.1.8 Soils report. A Soil report shall be submitted with all permit applications for
new construction and additions. Soil Reports shall be prepared by a professional engineer
licensed by the State to prepare such reports. The Building Official may waive this
requirement if he/she finds that the scope of work applied for does not necessitate a soil
report.
17.07.075110 CRC Chapter 1,Division II, Section R108 Fees—Amended
Chapter 1, Division 11, Section 108 is hereby amended to read in its entirely as.
* R108.1 Payment of fees. A permit shall not be valid until the fees prescribed by law
have been paid, nor shall an amendment to a permit be released until the additional fee, if
any, has been paid. The building official may allow temporary exceptions.
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R108.1.1 Plan review fees. When a plan or other data is required to be submitted, a plan
review fee shall be paid. This fee shall be paid at the time of submitting plans and
specifications for plan review. Said plan review fees shall be established by resolution of
the City Council.
* R108.1.2 Permit fees. The fee shall be paid at permit issuance. The standard for
determination of value or valuation of the project shall be made by the building official and
as established by resolution of the City Council.
* R108.1.3 Miscellaneous service fees. Whenever an application is made for all other
services, a fee for the service in an amount established by resolution of the City Council
shall be paid to the City.
* R108.2 Schedule of permit fees. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical,
and plumbing systems or alterations requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid
as required, in accordance with the schedule as established by resolution of the City
Council.
* R108.3 Building permit valuations. The applicant for a permit shall provide an
estimated permit value at time of application. Permit valuations shall include total value of
work,including materials and labor,for which the permit is being issued, such as electrical,
gas, mechanical, plumbing equipment and permanent systems. If, in the opinion of the
building official, the valuation is underestimated on the application, the permit shall be
denied, unless the applicant can show detailed estimates to meet the approval of the
building official. Final building permit valuation shall be set by the building official and
established by resolution of the City Council.
* R108.4 Work commencing before permit issuance. Any person who commences any
work on a building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system before
obtaining the necessary permits shall be subject to an investigation fee established by
resolution by the City Council that shall be in addition to the required permit fees.
*R108.5 Related fees. The payment of the fee for the construction, alteration, removal or
demolition for work done in connection to or concurrently with the work authorized by a
building permit shall not relieve the applicant or holder of the permit from the payment of
other fees that are prescribed by law.
* R108.6 Refunds. The building official may authorize the refund of any fee paid
hereunder for work that was not performed or for fees that were collected erroneously as
established by resolution of the City Council. (3894-12/10)
17.07.120 CRC Chanter 1, Section R112.1 Board of Aapeals General—Amended:
CRC Chapter 1, Section R112.1 is hereby amended to read in its entirely as follows:
R112.1 General. In order to hear and decide appeals of the orders, decisions or
determinations made by the building official relative to the application and interpretation
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of this code, there shall be and hereby created a board of appeals. The board of appeals
shall be appointed by the City Council and shall hold office at its pleasure. 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 building official.Depending
on the subject of the appeal, specialized expertise may be solicited for the purpose of
providing input to the appeals board.
17.07.065130 CRC Chapter 3, Section R301.1.3.2 Engineered Design—Amended
CRC Subsection R301.1.3.2 is hereby amended to read in its entirely as follows:
The building offleial shall r-equir-e eenstmetien doeuments to be approved and stamped by
fnefe than two ster-ies and basement in height leeated in Seismie Design Category A, B, or-
G.Notwithstanding other-seetions of the law,the law establishing these pr-evisie s ils
in Business and Professions Code Seetions 5537 and 6737.1.
R301.1.3.2. Woodframe structures greater than two-stories. The building official shall
require construction documents to be approved and stamped by a California licensed
architect or engineer for all dwellings of woodframe construction more than ene two sterf
stories in height or with basement 1 , or- 117
Notwithstanding other sections of law, the law establishingthese hese provisions is found in
Business and professions Code Section 5537 and 6737.1. (3894-12/10)
17.07.070140 CRC Chapter 3, Table R301.2(1) Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria—
Amended
TABLE R301.2(1)
WIND DESIGN SUBJECT TO DAMAGE FROM
GROUND SEISMIC FROST WINTER ICE BARRIER FLOOD AIR MEAN
SNOW SPEED d TOPOGRAPHIC DESIGN LINE DESIGN UNDERLAYMENT HAZARDS FREEZING ANNUAL
LOAD° (mph) EFFECTS k CATEGORY fWEATHERING a DEPTH ERMITE c TEMP' REQUIRED h B INDEX i TEMP i
b
D or E See
Zero 8SrI10 No 2 Negligible 12-24" Very Heavy 43 No 0 60
Footnote g
MANUAL J DESIGN CRITERIA"
Summer Altitude Indoor Design Design Heating
Elevation Latitude Winter Heating Tem
Correction Temperature Temperature
Cooling Factor perature Cooling Difference
40 34 41 80 1.00 70 75
Cooling Wind Velocity Wind Velocity Coincident Wet Winter Summer
Temperature Heating Cooling Bulb Daily Range Humidity Humidity
Difference
7 1 1 68 14 5 75
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Few 4 pound per- square feet= 0 04?9 kPa,i mile per- eur-=-0.447
sa4isf�, the stfuetur-al requirements of this Code. The weathering eoluwAl shall be fille
with the weat hefifig inden e., "negligible," cc edf'r-a4e" or- "sey »l f eener-ete
as-
detemined—ffemthe Wemher-i„g Pr-e,ab lity Map [Figure 301 2(3)1 The gr-adeof
its shall be ed4-em4STM C 34, C; 55,C 6�3, r °� 129-,-E
=moo am:Cr52,
b. The ftest line depth may Fequir-e deeper- feetings than indieated in Figur-e R403.1(1). The
jufffidietion shall fill in the ffest line depth eolumn with the minimum depth of feetin
below finish gr-ade.
e. The shall fill this ,� f the tab a• +e od f^ teetien
d�c�e" �c'crc-er-crrc-catl'le-�e�iccac�t��iec�vr�irvcccc:vzr
depending o whether-there has been ., histeFy of 1eea suhmerr..r.'ea to.......:te damage.
d. The jur-isElietien shall fill in this pai4 of the table with the wind speed from the basie wind
speed map [Figure R301.2(4)(5�M. Wind expestwe eateger-y shall be detefmined on a
speeifie basis : er-d.nee with C'ee fi n D Zl11 7 1 A
.detor.Y ire d by the building of-f eial
f, The jur-isdietion shall fill in this pai4 eft-he table with the Seismie design e-ategery
f:•,....,. C'ee fi n R301.2.2.1.
g. The jur-isdietion shall fill in this paFt of the table with(a)the date ef the j ur-isdietion's entry
into the National Reed insur-anee Program (date of adeptien of the fifst eede or-or-dinanee
for- management of flood he.6ar-d areas), (b) the date(s) of the Flood lasufanee Study
(e)the panel numbers and dates of all euffef4ly effeefive FIRAU and FBFN4s or-other-fleed
hazard map adopted by the .,.Aher:t.,having j is di etio amended.� � on
l..\ The City o,,.tere.d INFI-P i 1983 (adopted flee d r ..lio .. Mar-eh10, 1 981)o a4 « e
(b) Latest flee d ; o study, n Peee.. ber-3 2009(e) The panel r .- ber-s and dates of all effee fi e FIRMS and L'1]FN4s effee fi a date
shall �eeember-, 2009=
i. 114c
11oc
ii—�,
�27c
m��
ii`. 229
;' 234-5
232c
233
23Ac
244-
3E 2--
244-
�c1c
2c2c
2 64-
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NIV. 2625
2635
*vii. U45
h--Inasse ee-;'A' th Seetiens RQQT.7�� R905.4.3.'�5.5 .'�T6.3T
. ,
of iee damming, the jur-isdietion shall fill in this paft of the table with "YES." Otherwise,
the jwisdiefien shall fill in this pai4 of the table with "NO."
i. The jur-isdietion shall fill in this pai4 ef the table with the 100 year-r-etum period air freezing
where there has been a history of leeal damage 4 am the effeets
!`1;.,,,atie Data Center data table «A; Freezing-� e���4—A use—3�22)"-at
� �n
j. The jur-isdietion shall fill in t4is paft of the table with the mean afmival temperatur-e fr-
-imatie Data Center- da4a table "Air- Freezing ladem USA Methed (Base
k. in meer-danee with Seetion R301.2.1.5, where there iS 10eal hiStOFieal data deeumea4iag
stfuetur-al damage to buildings due to topegr-aphie wind speed up effeets, the jur-isdiet
shall fill in this paft of the table with "YES." Other-wise, the jufisdiefiefi shall indi
17.07.150Amendment to Table R301.2(1) Footnote g.
Table R301.20 footnote g is amended to read as follows:
Section Table R301.2(1) Footnote g. For the latest information regarding City's FIRM
Maps for Flood Hazard Locations,City into the National Flood Insurance Program,
dates of the Flood Insurance Study, and Panel Numbers (copies of which are on file in the
Office of the City's Community Development Department)visit Flood Information section
in the Community Development Home Page at:
https://www.huntingtonbeachca.gov/government/departments/planning/flood/index.cfm
17.07.074160 CRC Chapter 3,Section R313.1 Townhouse Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems;
Exception---Amended
R313.1 Townhouse automatic fire sprinkler systems. An automatic residential fire
sprinkler system shall be installed in townhouses per Huntington Beach Fire Code Chapter
17.56.
Exception: For additions and alterations to existing townhomes, see Huntington Beach
Mtmieipal Fire Code Chapter 17.56. (3894-12/10)
17.07.0-73170 CRC Chapter 3, Section R313.2 One- and Two-Family Dwellings Automatic
Fire Sprinkler Systems,Exception—Amended.
R313.2 One- and two-family dwellings automatic fire sprinkler systems. An automatic
residential fire sprinkler system shall be installed in one- and two-family dwellings per
Huntington Beach Fire Code Chapter 17.56.
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Exception: For additions and alterations to existing one- and two-family dwellings, see
Huntington Beach Munieipal Fire Code Chapter 17.56. (3894-12/10)
17.07.180 CRC Section R322.1 Flood-Resistant Construction General—Amended:
Section R322.1 General is hereby amended to read as follows:
R322.1 General. Buildings and structures constructed in whole or in part in flood hazard
areas, including A or V Zones and Coastal A Zones, as established in Table R301.20), and
substantial improvement and repair of substantial damage of buildings and structures in
flood hazard areas, shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the most
restrictive provisions contained in the Floodplain Overlay District in the Zoning and
Subdivision Ordinance Chapter 222, Local Coastal Program or this section. Buildings and
structures that are located in more than one flood hazard area shall comply with the
provisions associated with the most restrictive flood hazard area. Buildings and structures
located in whole or in part in identified floodways shall be designed and constructed in
accordance with ASCE 24.
17 07 075 rnr �, c tion R403 1 c R r + Deleted
rr��:v»--cr —occaio :-r.�--ot�mie- ciirroref$ ace'�rloi�v L'tea
(3894 1 2/1 n4
17.07 non CRC Chapter 4,Seetien R4.05.1 Conerete or Masonr'i, Foundations, E ceHiivi�
Dek4ed
deleted (3894 17110)
17.07.085 CRC Chanter 5, Seefion R506.1 General--Amended
pfevided with minimum r-eniief6inequa1—te 6 x 6 x Wlr-4-welded-wire-fabric (for
sh-All he sot forth in Section R402 7 (3894 12404
17.07.190 Section R902 Fire Classification- Deleted
Section R902 is amended in its entirety and replaced by California Building Code Section
1505 as amended in Huntington Beach Municipal Code Sections 17.04.140 through
17.04.150.
17.07.490200 Chapter 45 Building Security—Added
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The Residential Code is hereby amended by adding thereto new Chapter 45 entitled,
"Building Security,"to read as follows: Building Security shall comply with Building Code
Chapter 36 as amended in 17.04.160.
§ 3601. Purpose. The ptifpese of this ehaptef is to establish minimum standaMs-of
-.,-tems Fna), be provided in lieu of the speeifie seeur-ity pr-evisions of See
3608� ragesr—Multiple dwellings
§ 3603. Definitions. For the purpose of this ehatef, e-A-11. tefms used herein are de
as follows:
"Cylinder- guard- means a hardened r-ing stiffounding the exposed poi4ion of the
wf!enehing, p R, eut4ing or pulling by attaek tools.
"Deadleeking lateh" means a latch in whieh the latch bolt is positively held in the-
1 position by a guar-d bolt, plunger- of auxiliafy fnechanism.
d '� near L,,lt ..,>1;�t, 11,� „tei t -�priir�a�t�e� � whieh 1s
rated by a key eyli def thumb t„r„ of level, -And is s;t st when in
the pfojeeted sitioir,
"Latch" means a deviee f6f automatieally holding a door-shut afler-being elosed.
with tl
"Light"=H}�glazed opening�'r'herc Cam- 'cva=dr'iar s, pr1 ema- uJr=w'-vvd
Of sefflpesi-tie-n sheeats of panel�i?imaterials, and shall de windows,
skylights, view its 4s and s ,,,;1.,.
§3604 Ent", vision. All main r font entry doors to D oeettpaneies shall be a ge
that the oeeupant has a view of the area immediately outside without opening the door-.
W.
§ 3685 Beers
>1 !''enema A door F r,�, ,,t � , -A of the o elos„re of a dwelling unit o of an area e
f r,t1 in this section
10. Swi i doofs whieh ean be opened ffom the inside without using
ke. sl -A 110 otfsolid eore eanstfuetion.
Lights is in doors shall be . sat forth ;
this chapter.
11. A single swifiging door-, the active leaf of., pair- of doors, andbottom rleaf
ef Puteh deefs shall be-equipped with a dead bolt dear eking lateh.—The
dead halt and 1ateh Fn , be aetivated by one Wek or- by individual leeks T ead
bolts shall eontain hardened > equivalent,
designed to f!epel eutting too!
attaek.Tie-leerer loeks shall be key operated ffom the exterior doof
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12. .4.stfaight deal belt shall have a minimum thfo-A, f e ineh and the
embedment shall he not less than five eighths ineh into the holdi"g .le,,:ee
11"Wing—the projeete 1•cr vollt All dead bolts of bees =which- autofflutieally
activate two of!mofe dead bolts shall embed at least one half inch but need not
e*Eeed-tlfeefeufths ineh inte the holding deviees r-eeeiv-ing the pr-e}eEte ;
13. A ,lead eeking l.,teh shall he r ;.1e.1 , .;th ., bolt r eeting not less than five
eighths ; ehes f;ofn the edge of the doof ; „1 ieh it ; installo a
14. The inaetive leaf of r, paif of.1oo fs and the upper leaf of Dutch .1oofs shall he
r ed with a dead bolt of dead halts a set f rth in „bseetion (B)(2) above
d. The bolt of bolts need of be key pefated but shall of be oth('r��i�c
etiy te,J from the extefiof side of'the . oof
e. The bolt of bolts may he engaged-or-disengaged utefnAtieally with the d
bolt or-by anothef deviee on the aetive leaf or- lowef leaf,
f Manually oper.,te,l h.,r.le„e.7 bolts at the top and bottom of the leaf and
„h;eh embed a minimum of one half ineh into the deyiee feeeiving the
pr-ejeeted belt may be used when not pfohibited by the Building Code of
other laws and regulations.
15. Doorstops on wooden-jambs for- in-swinging door-s shall beof one pieee
—
r str„etion with the j mb o joined by a fabbet
16. Nonfemovable pins shall be used in pin type hinges whieh afe aeeessible ffam
the outside .,,he„ the ,1oof ; oboe.
17 Cylinder .. afds shall he installed o all .,rt;se o m type e.,lin er loeks
18. Unffamed glass doof!s shall be of full), tempered glass not less ihan one half.
ifleh th;eL
10. Nar-fow ffamed glass deer-s shall be of Ailly tempefed glass not less than one-
rte eh th;eL
F. Sliding glass door-s. Sliding glass doofs shall be equipped with leeking deviees.
Cylindef!guafds shall be installed en all moftise of r-im type eylinder leeks installed
in doofswhenevef the eylindef pr-ojeets beyond the faee of the door-of is otherwise
aeeessible t gr-ippifig tools
3606. Windows, or-otheF .
P. General. [Il;..,aows of then similar- openings shall he e nstr„ete.1 installed an
seetire,1 as et f;.rth in this seetio
E. Materials. On!), fully tempefed glass of appfoved metal > Sefeens,
or- gfills
shall be used f;ar any opening in whieh glass is utiliied whieh is loeated within 40
ekes of'the loeking deayiee A- ., deer
F. hoeking deviees. All windows of other-openings whieh are Elesigned to be opened
shell he r ;aed . ,;th loeking devices.
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§ 3608. Gar-ages Multiple dwellings. Whenevef a development ineludes thfee or- mefe
dwelling units, all eever-ed pafking fequifed by other- pr-evisions of the Huntington Bea
shall be sepafa4ed by paftifiens of three eighths ineh plywood or an), appr-aved eEjtIiV
with studs set not mofe than 24 inehes apart E)n one side. Deem and win&Ws in sUeh..
17.07.210 Methane District Regulations -Added
The Residential Code is hereby amended by adding thereto new Chapter 55 entitled
"Methane District Regulations" to read as follows: Projects in Methane District shall
comply with Building Code Chapter 55 as amended in 17.04.170 and with the Huntington
Beach Fire Code.
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SECTION 4
Chapter 17.40 MECHANICAL CODE
Sections:
17.40.010 Adoption of the 2019 California Mechanical Code
17.40.020 Section 10 1.1 —amended
17.40.030 Chapter 1 deleted and replaced with CBC Chapter 1, Division II
17.40.010 Adoption
There is her-eby adopted by the City Cetmeil by r-efer-enee that eertain eade kneA% as the 2016
The 2019 California Mechanical Code, and whole thereof, including Appendices A, B, and C,
except as hereinafter provided but excluding Chapters 1 and 14 thereof(codified in Part 4 of Title
24 of the California Code of Regulations), as published by the International Code Council and the
California Building Standards Commission, is hereby adopted by reference, subject to the
amendments, deletions or additions set forth in this chapter and incorporated in the Huntington
Beach Building and Construction Code.
Such code, and amendments thereto, are hereby adopted and incorporated, pursuant to California
Government Code Section 50022.2 et seq., and Health and Safety Code Section 18941.5, as fully
as though set forth at length herein, for the purpose of protecting public health and safety by
prescribing by minimum standards for the use, design and installation of heating, ventilating,
comfort-cooling equipment and refrigeration systems; by requiring a permit and inspection for the
installation, alteration and replacement of said equipment. From the date on which this chapter
takes effect, the provisions thereof shall be controlling within the corporate limits of the City of
Huntington Beach. (2747-6/85,2976-12/88, 3022-12/89, 3147-7/92, 3312-2/96,3425-7/99, 3574-
10/02, 3790-1/08, 3895-12/10, 3999-12/13, 4110-12/16, xxxx-12/19)
17.40.020 Title
CMC Chapter 1, Subsee-tie Section 101.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
101.1 Title. This ehapter document shall be known as the "Huntington Beach Mechanical
Code," may be cited as such, and will be referred to herein as "this Code." (1938-10/74,
2431-7/80, 2747-6/85)
17.40.02530 Administration - Amended
Gede The administrative provisions shall be as provided for in the California Building
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Code, Chapter 1 Division II, Scope And Administration as adopted pursuant to Section
17.04 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code. (3892-12/10)
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SECTION 5
Chapter 17.44 PLUMBING CODE
Sections:
17.44.010 Adoption of the 2019 California Plumbing Code
17.44.020 Section 10 1.1 —amended
17.44.030 Chapter 1 deleted and replaced with CBC Chapter 1, Division I1
17.44.040 Section 312.1 - amended
17.44.010 Adoption
There is hereby adopted by the City Couneil by r-efer-enee that eeftain eede kney�% as the 2016
Galifefaia Plumbing Code, and the whole thereof-, ineluding Appeadiees A, D, E, and 1 exeept as
hereafter-pr-evided, but exeluding Chapter- 1, entitled"Administration."
The 2019 California Plumbing Code, and whole thereof, including_Appendices A, D, E, and 1,
except as hereinafter provided, but excluding Chapters 1, entitled "Administration" (codified in
Part 5 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), as published by the International Code
Council and the California Building Standards Commission, is hereby adopted by reference,
subject to the amendments, deletions or additions set forth in this chapter and incorporated in the
Huntington Beach Building and Construction Code.
Such code and amendments thereto, are hereby adopted and incorporated, pursuant to California
Government Code Section 50022.2 et seq., and Health and Safety Code Section 18941.5 as fully
as though set forth at length herein for the purpose of prescribing regulations governing the
installation, alteration, repair and maintenance of plumbing and drainage systems. From the date
on which this chapter takes effect, the provisions of said code,together with amendments thereto,
shall be controlling within the corporate limits of the City of Huntington Beach. (1937-10/74,
2089-8/76, 2431-7/80, 2747-2/85, 2976-12/88, 3022-12/89, 3147-7/92, 3426-7/99, 3790-1/08,
3896-12/10, 4000-12/13, 4111-12/16, xxxx-12/19)
17.44.020 Title
CPC Chapter 1, Subseetiee Section 101.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
101.1 Title. This ehapter- document shall be known as the "Huntington Beach Plumbing
Code," may be cited as such, and will be referred to herein as "this Code." (1409-5/68,
1630-2/71, 1937-10/74, 2431-7/80, 2747-2/85, 2976-12/88)
17.44.02230 Administration
For-administFative provisions of this Cede,see ChapteF 1 ef the Hunling4en Beaeh Btlikling
Cede The administrative provisions shall be as provided for in the California Building
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Code, Chapter 1 Division II, Scope And Administration as adopted pursuant to Section
17.04 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code. (3896-12/10)
men 422.5 is hereby amended b3 adding the following-
422.5 for WOrker-s. Suitable t9ilet f4eilities shall be provided and
maifAaified in a sanitary eandiien for- the use of workers 'laufing-eenstmetion. Sueh te4et
faeififies shall be leea4ed upon v of the let, premises,
or site
.,1,ie e , e fk s being ease shall the l ft..,, l + toilet t f 1't
"1=" irrrcnrTiixc-ornzcr�Tcv-ccrr�^ern=cc�.crnicT
emeeed 500 k of
(31 4 7 7/92, 3575-1A,`02,3790 1,108, 3896 12/10 4000-1243)
17.44.03-540 Section 312 MateriaU Protection of Piping, Materials and Structures
Section 312.1 of Section 312 of CPC is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows:
Pfeteetion of piping, materials
Section 312.1 General. All underground copper piping and PEX tubing installed in a
potable water system throughout the City limits must be completely sleeved with a
minimum six millimeter polyvinyl sleeve. (3147-7/92, 3309-12/95, 3426-7/99, 3575-
10/02, 3790-1/08, 3896-12/10, 4000-12/13)
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SECTION 6
Chapter 17.46 SWIMMING POOL, SPA AND HOT TUB CODE
Sections:
17.46.010 Adoption of the 2018 Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code
17.46.020 Section 10 1.1 —amended
17.46.030 Chapter 1 deleted and replaced with CBC Chapter 1, Division II
17.46.040 Section 108 —added
17.46.050 Chapter 2 Definitions—added
17.46.060 Subsection 301.2.4—amended
17.46.070 Section 402.2—amended
17.46.080 Section 512.1 —amended
17.46.090 Section 803 —deleted and replaced
17.46.010 Adoption
There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain code known as the Uniform
Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code (USPSHTC), compiled by the International Association
of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, being particularly the 2415 2018 edition thereof and the
whole thereof, except as hereafter provided excluding Chapter 1, "Administration."
Such code, and amendments thereto, are hereby adopted and incorporated pursuant to California
Government Code Section 50022.2 et seq., and Health and Safety Code Section 18941.5 as fully
as though set out at length herein for the purpose of protecting public health and safety by
prescribing minimum standards for the use, design and installation of swimming pool, spa and hot
tub systems; by requiring a permit and inspection for installation, alteration and replacement of
said systems. From the date on which this chapter takes effect, the provisions thereof shall be
controlling within the corporate limits of the City of Huntington Beach. (3147-7/92, 3310-12/95,
3427-7/99, 3898- 12/10, 4001-12/13, 4112-12/16, xxx-12/19)
17.46.020 Title
Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code Chapter 1, Section 101.1 is hereby amended to
read as follows:
101.1 Title. This document shall be known as the Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot
Tub Code of Huntington Beach,may be cited as such,and will be referred to herein as"this
Code."
17.46.04-530 Administration
For-administfafive provisions of this Cede,see Chapter- 1 ef the HwAiag4en Beaeh Buiklifig
Coe Except as amended below, the administrative provisions shall be as provided for in
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the California Building Code, Chapter 1 Division II, Scope And Administration as adopted
pursuant to Section 17.04 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code. (3898-12/10)
17.46.40 Authority to Abate
New Section 108 Authority to Abate is hereby added to read as follows:
A. It shall be unlawful and is hereby declared to be a public nuisance for any person
owning, leasing,easing_ occupying or having charge of any residential property in the City
to maintain such premises in such a manner that any of the following conditions are
found to exist thereon:
1. The failure to secure and maintain from public access all doorways, gate access
and other openings, with regards to the barrier requirements of this Code.
2. Uncleanliness of swimming pool water as determined by the building official.
All swimming pool and spa water shall be maintained in a clear condition which
is free of algae, insects, debris and in a sanitary condition. The entire floor of
the swimming pool shall be clearly visible.
B. Where a nuisance exists,the building official shall require the nuisance or violation
to be abated and where necessar,shall seek such abatement in the manner rovided
by law.
(3147-7/92, 3898-12/10)
17.46.02050 Definitions
Chapter 2 of the USPSHTC is hereby amended by adding or modifying the following definitions:
§ 204-Bar- } enEe, wall, building wall er-a E6mbina•czvrrcrcczaor,-`v'r'nicn cviiiprcccry
suffe,ands the swinifning peel and obstruets aeeess to the swimming pool
*-209 Grade surface - The underlying surface such as earth or a walking surface.
§-218 Portable -A non-permanent structure intended for recreational bathing, in which all
controls, water-heating and water-circulating equipment are an integral part of the product
and which is cord connected (not permanently electrically wired).
§-221 Swimming Pool- A swimming pool is any body of water having a depth exceeding
18 inches at any point,constructed,fabricated or installed for swimming,bathing or wading
purposes. This includes in-ground, above- ground and on-grade pools, spas and hot tubs.
(3147-7/92, 3310-12/95, 3576-10/02, 3898-12/10)
17.46.08060 installation Of Fuel Gas Piping
Chapter-5 3, Subsection 301.2.4 is amended to read as follows:
Chapter-5.301.2.4 Fuel Gas Piping. Fuel gas piping shall be installed in accordance with
the requirements of the Huntington Beach Plumbing and Mechanical Codes.
(3147-7/92, 3310-12/95, 3427-7/99)
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Section 309.4 is hereb amended t read as follows.
§ 309.4 Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Outlets. When
ever- a building permit is issued fef the eonstfuetion of a ne g peel of spa,4he
,l o spa shell meet all of the folio..,;r, .,ts.
The suetion outlet of the peel or- spa for-whieh the peRnit is issued shall be equippe
pfov;.le „lotion thfoughout the pool E, spa as pfeser;he,l in pafagfaph (2
2) The swimming pool or-spa shall have at least two eifeula4ion drains per pump that
be hydfaulieally balaneed and-s}mmeaTeally plumbed--tIffeugh One or- fRofeT
fittings, and that are sepafa4ed by a distanee of a4 least thfee feet in an), dimensia
between the drains. Suction outlets that afe less than 12 inches aer-oss shall be eover-ed
PV-a^a�ze ed exeeptwi-th the ,sea of t,,,,l- Slots or openingsin the gfa4es osimilar pr-oteetive deviees shall be of a shape,afea, and arf angement that would py-event
physieal er,tr.,,,.mer,t and would not p on hazaf,l to bathers.
to insiall in addition to the r-equifements set forth in subdivisions (a) and (b) shall meet.
3) Any baektip safety system that an wAin eaf A-i A- new swimming pool or spa may ehoose
Making Pools and Spas Safer," Publieation Number- 363, Mareh 2005, United States
Consumef Pr-oduet Safety Commission.
-ol
the pefmit shall require that the suetion outlet a
> pool, >
the existing siwimming pool,toddler pool, of spa be upgmded so as te be equipped wit
an anti entfapment eo `epee ii eufFent staidc ds of the Afnefiean- Soeiezty fvr
(^cam
8eetions 309.4.1, .4.2, 309.4.3 and 309.4.4 afe hefeby (a-�°�240)
Seeti r, 313.1 ,s he,-eh., „rlea the fn11 ,..,;,,R e ,.t; HI
§ 313.1 Exeeption! Spas and hot tubs under- 750 gallons shall not be feEluir-ed to diseharge
into a sewen (31-47 7,192533 10 12 95, 3427 °9,3899 12,110)
>I ,tom non Pool Ertel, sores and Barriers
S_eetion 324 is hereby added t., read- as follows:
A Any swimmingpool, hot t„h spa of similar- o tr oof body of. ..,ter intended f r
swimming E)f feefea4ional bath;,,,, 18 inehesor- raore in depth, shaill eontain a.n
eneloswe ..r barrier to . n f f to the f6ll,,,,,;., t r r.tSeoveExeeption; Spas and hot tubs of less than 750 gallons may have a rigid leeking
r t substitute far the,.harriers
1 The top f the barrier shall he .,t least 60 inehes above gr-a e measured on the
side ofthe b.,rr;er yih; h faees away from the swimmingpool.
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2. Openings in the baffief shall not allex , passage 6f a f3tt-inch diameter- sphere--.
Cl,r„1 s troop r landseape materials eannot be considere a paFt of the l—.*-3. Solid r
> >
or- stone walls shall not eontain
.F...,11, o o pt for tooled mas rt�pool afeshall prohibited. r adde f like aeeess shall mean any method
aeti6n sueh as ell ii3 the f means t gam
to a of of spa afea.
between the top of tkchotrizental member-s shall be 45 inehes
Openings between „ortieal m mb er-s shall not exeeed F„r i l,o�
v.
Maximum mesh size for- ,.1 ain link f nees shall be ., one and a after ineh
squafe unless the is pr-evided with slats fastened a4 the top of the bottem
..b ieh re. uee the openings t n mefe than 0 and tIffee af4er-s ehes the
shall be not loss t6,
7 L. h 1 tt;, the. eFe•- e-vcririE`r-=rrE6ii�9SE' 0 erS�ucn-uJzriisrcrc ercc�znc
openingmum f rmed by the diagonal m ,,,hors shall be no mofe than one
and throe ., at4e S .hers
8. All feEluifed pool fenee and gate enelosures shall extend to within twe inehes
of firm soil o pavement. All aeeess gates shall be eenstfueted in eemplianee
with all „tom stipulate f r pool fiancespar-agf phs 1 thr-o ,RL 7
uvd ��lll be equipped to aeEommedate-ca loeking deyiee A eeess gates
shall open „t. afd away f om the pool, spa,of hot tub, and shall be self el :r_
adjoininga&
9. The barriefs and all self closing and self latehing de..*--" .-,,-..ed by this
seetion,,-shall be installed and in pfoper- wofkiag or-ef! befofe a� draccr rj
plaeed in the pool.
enclosure.
Equivalent bar-fiefs may be appfeved on a case by ease basis.
^7 ^^77Tl.
' ^
§324.1 Single Famity Residential Barrier- Requ ementsWhenevef a eenstmetien
Ssued fef remodeling ef ar existing-swimming peel or- spa, at - .—te, single family
home it shall be equipped with at least one of the following seven dr-e iitiofl
safety features.:
1 n6 050 uuBN4C
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2. The pool shall be equippedwith an approved safk), pool eevef that meets all of the
r,ts Of A eTM Speeif eat; n >~ 1346.
shall be equipped with exit alafms listed in aeeer-danee with UL 2017
on thesedoors th p „ding dit s t the pool, i „eld;r g gar-age e xi! doers rec a e
4. All doofs pfeviding difeet aecess fTE)m the home or gar-age to the swimming pool
shall be equippedwith a self elosing, self latehing deviee with a release meehanism....
„laced no lower than 54 inches above the floc
5�The swimmingpool shall rate r able mesh of fencing that moots
�
AST-N4 Speeif cation F 2286standara i �r tion with gate+h t if 1 • g
[AZIR"CIITIT1Te� ECI�771T-vrrCI'C"Lf 'L22LCrrJ cJGTl EN"JTl
and self latehing and c aeoommodate a Ley leekahle deyi
6- Swimming pool alarms that when plae.ed reels, will sound upon deteet-ion of
aeeidental or- unauthefized enifance into the wa4er, These pool alarms shall meet.
and be independently cei4ified to eemply with n cTM Standafd F Zz2gg"g�ara
Speeifieation f; r Pool A 1 s"-: hieh ineludes sui aee motion, pr-esstife, sonaf,
laser and-in4ared type alafms. For purposes of this ai4iele,"swimmingpool alami:T
shall not include swimming pr-oteetion alarm I i I .-ned fef individual use,
sueh as an alarm attaehed to a ehild that sounds when the ehild beeomes submefged
in water.
if the degree fpr-otectio ff rded l is +
� Other- teal� teEtl6i�-'rrcrn�ccgr�zvrprQccccrorrairvraccrr,rem=durcv-vr-gre-ir�cr
than that afforded n), of the deviees-yet—€emfth above and h-I- I-efl
.-,dependently verified by a appfeved testing laherater-y a meeting standards fer
those devices established by the ACTM r the American Cs•c;ety Of Mechanieal
LLI
Engineers (A QT\ E) as determined by the building official
(3427 W99, 3899 12y0)
S_eetion 325 ;s hereby amended t read as folloLL,s•
All swimming peal eanstr-uetien shall be in eenfer-mance with engineered design
e paf�siaoLe�lils, unless a soils r-ePei4 by a registered-engineer-, approved by the building
ff eial indicates other, se
n 7� z7 7/99)
>t A6 non A,.+her-ky to A batee
Ceetion 326 ;s hereby added to read as follows:
G. it shall be unlawful and is her-eby deelared to be a ptiblie nuisance for-any p
leasing, oeeupying or-having ehar-ge of an),residential pr-opefty in the City to mai t-Ain qsu�-I'
premises in Sueh a manner-that any of the fiAlowing eonditions afe found to exist there
others openings, h it r e d th ars to e L,a.r;err „ts of this G ode e e
4. Uneleankness of swimming peel determined-ley the buildingn algae, inseets, debris and in a sanitar-y The entire floor of the swimming peal
shall he elead., visible.
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abated and ",here neeessafy, shall seek stieh abatement in the manner pr-evided by .
(3147-7/92, 3 898 12,110)
17.46.070 Structural Design
Section 402.3 is hereby amended to read as follows:
Swimming pools shall be designed to withstand anticipated stresses under both full and
empty conditions, taking into consideration climatic, hydrostatic, seismic, geotechnical,
and integration of the pool with other structural conditions. All swimming pool
construction shall be in conformance with engineered design for expansive soils, unless a
soils report by a registered engineer,approved by the building official, indicates otherwise.
(3147-7/92, 3427-7/99)
1 7 46 non installation of Fuel Gems D;..;.,..
Chapter 5 is amended to read as follows:
Chapter- 5. Fuel gas piping shall be installed in accor-danee with the fequi-n-affle.44ts A-
Huntington Beaeh Plumbing Code.
(3147-T/92, 3310 12/95,3427-T/99)
17.46.080 Wastewater Disposal-Amended
Section 512.1 General is hereby amended by adding the following exception:
512.1 Exception: Spas and hot tubs under 750 gallons shall not be required to discharge
into a sewer.
17.46.090—Barrier Requirements -Amended
Section 803.0 Barrier Requirements is deleted in its entirety and replaced with Section
3109 of the California Building Code as amended by Huntington Beach Municipal Code
Chapter 17.04.
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SECTION 7
Chapter 17.48 ELECTRICAL CODE
Sections:
17.48.010 Adoption of the 2019 California Electrical Code
17.48.020 Section 10 1.1 —amended
17.48.030 Chapter 1 deleted and replaced with CBC Chapter 1, Division II
17.46.040 Section 250.52(A)(5) - amended
17.48.010 Adoption
There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain code known as the 24�6
2019 California Electrical Code, exee,ting n.bile 89 a^a except as hereafter provided.
Such code is hereby adopted and incorporated pursuant to Government Code Section 50022.2 et
seq., and Health and Safety Code Section 18941.5 for the purpose of prescribing regulations
governing the installation, alteration, repair and maintenance of all electrical installations in the
City of Huntington Beach, and repealing all ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict
therewith. From the date on which this chapter takes effect, the provisions of said code, together
with amendments thereto, shall be controlling within the corporate limits of the City of Huntington
Beach. (2787-9/85, 2976-12/88, 3022-12/89, 3115-6/91, 3311-12/95, 3428- 7/99, 3577-10/02,
3719-8/05, 3790-1/08, 3897-12/10, 4002-11/13, 4113-12/16, xxxx-12/19)
17.48.020 Title
CEC Chapter 1, Section 101.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
This ei These regulations shall be known as the"Huntington Beach Electrical Code,"
may be cited as such, and will be referred to herein as "this Code." (2787-9/85)
17.48.02-5530 Administration
Fef pr-evisions of this Code see Title I of the Huntington Beaaeh I_Ri_ji_j_d_jffg
Cole The administrative provisions shall be as provided for in the California Building
Code, Chapter 1 Division II, Scope And Administration as adopted pursuant to Section
17.04 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code. (3897-12/10)
17.48.040 Grounding Electrodes
Section 250.52(A)(5), Rod and pipe electrodes, is amended to read as follows:
250.52(A)(5) Rod and Pipe Electrodes. Rod electrodes shall not be less than 2.5m (8 ft.)
in length, and shall consist of the following materials:
a) Permanent rod electrodes shall be stainless steel.
b) Temporary rod electrodes for temporary construction power poles may be copper
or copper clad.
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c) Stainless steel rods less than 15.87 mm (5/8 in.) in diameter and nonferrous rods
shall be listed and shall not be less than 13mm (1/2 in.) in diameter.
(3719-8/05, 3897-12/10)
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SECTION 8
Chapter 17.49 ENERGY CODE
Sections:
17.49.010 Adoption of the 2019 California Energy Code
17.49.010 Adoption
The 2019 California Energy Code (codified in Part 6 of Title 24 of the California Code of
Regulations), as published by the International Code Council and the California Building
Standards Commission, is hereby adopted by reference, subject to the amendments, deletions or
additions set forth in this chapter and incorporated in the Huntington Beach Building and
Construction Code.
Such code, and amendments thereto, are hereby adopted and incorporated, pursuant to California
Government Code Section 50022.2 et seq., and Health and Safety Code Section 18941.5, as fully
as though set forth at length herein, for the purpose of regulating and administering the erection,
construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, conversion, demolition,
occupancy, equipment, use, height, area, and maintenance of buildings or structures in the Cityoof
Huntington Beach, and repealing all ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith. From
the date on which this chapter takes effect the provisions of such code, together with amendments
thereto shall be controlling within the corporate limits of the City of Huntington Beach.
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SECTION 9
Chapter 17.50 HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE
Sections:
17.50.010 Adoption of the 2019 California Historical Building Code
17.50.010 Adoption
The 2019 California Historical Building Code(codified in Part 8 of Title 24 of the California Code
of Regulations), as published by the International Code Council and the California Building
Standards Commission, is hereby adopted by reference, subject to the amendments, deletions or
additions set forth in this chapter and incorporated in the Huntington Beach Building and
Construction Code.
Such code, and amendments thereto, are hereby adopted and incorporated, pursuant to California
Government Code Section 50022.2 et seq., and Health and Safety Code Section 18941.5, as fully
as though set forth at length herein, for the purpose of regulating and administering the erection,
construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, conversion, demolition,
occupancy, equipment, use, height, area, and maintenance of buildings or structures in the City of
Huntington Beach,and repealing all ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith. From
the date on which this chapter takes effect the provisions of such code, together with amendments
thereto shall be controlling within the corporate limits of the City of Huntington Beach.
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SECTION 10
Chapter 17.51 EXISTING BUILDING CODE
Sections:
17.51.010 Adoption of the 2019 California Existing Building Code
17.51.020 Section [A] 10 1.1 —amended
17.51.030 Chapter 1, Division II deleted and replaced with CBC Chapter 1, Division
II
17.51.010 Adoption
The 2019 California Existing Building Code(codified in Part 10 of Title 24 of the California Code
of Regulations), as published by the International Code Council and the California Building
Standards Commission, is hereby adopted by reference, subject to the amendments, deletions or
additions set forth in this chapter and incorporated in the Huntington Beach Building and
Construction Code.
Such code, and amendments thereto, are hereby adopted and incorporated,pursuant to California
Government Code Section 50022.2 et seq., and Health and Safety Code Section 18941.5, as fully
as though set forth at length herein, for the purpose of regulating and administering the erection,
construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, conversion, demolition,
occupancy, equipment, use, height, area, and maintenance of buildings or structures in the City_of
Huntington Beach,and repealing all ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith. From
the date on which this chapter takes effect the provisions of such code, together with amendments
thereto shall be controlling within the corporate limits of the City of Huntington Beach.
17.51.020 Title - amended
Section [A] 10 1.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
These regulations shall be known as the "Existing Building Code of Huntington Beach,
may be cited as such, and hereinafter referred to as "this Code."
17.51.030 Administration - amended
Chapter 1, Division II, Sections 101 through 115 shall be as provided for in the California
Building Code, Chapter 1 Division II, Scope And Administration as adopted pursuant to
Section 17.04 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code.
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SECTION 11
Chapter 17.52 GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
Sections:
17.52.010 Adoption of the 2019 California Green Building Standards Code
17.53.010 Adoption
The 2019 California Green Building Standards Code (codified in Part 11 of Title 24 of the
California Code of Regulations),as published by the International Code Council and the California
Building Standards Commission, is hereby adopted by reference, subject to the amendments
deletions or additions set forth in this chapter and incorporated in the Huntington Beach Building
and Construction Code.
Such code, and amendments thereto, are hereby adopted and incorporated, pursuant to California
Government Code Section 50022.2 et seq., and Health and Safety Code Section 18941.5 as fully
as though set forth at length herein, for the purpose of regulating and administering the erection
construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, conversion demolition
occupancy, equipment, use, height, area, and maintenance of buildings or structures in the City of
Huntington Beach,and repealing all ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith. From
the date on which this chapter takes effect the provisions of such code,together with amendments
thereto shall be controlling within the corporate limits of the City of Huntington Beach.
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SECTION 12
Chapter 17.52 REFERENCED STANDARDS CODE
Sections:
17.53.010 Adoption of the 2019 California Referenced Standards Code
17.53.010 Adoption
The 2019 California Referenced Standards Code (codified in Part 12 of Title 24 of the California
Code of Regulations), as published by the International Code Council and the California Building
Standards Commission, is hereby adopted by reference subject to the amendments deletions or
additions set forth in this chanter and incorporated in the Huntington Beach Building and
Construction Code.
Such code, and amendments thereto are hereby adopted and incorporated pursuant to California
Government Code Section 50022.2 et sea. and Health and Safety Code Section 18941 5 as fully
as though set forth at length herein, for the purpose of regulating and administering the erection
construction, enlargement alteration repair, moving removal conversion demolition
occupancy, equipment, use, height, area, and maintenance of buildings or structures in the City
Huntington Beach,and repealing all ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith From
the date on which this chapter takes effect the provisions of such code together with amendments
thereto shall be controlling within the corporate limits of the City of Huntington Beach
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SECTION 13
Chapter 17.60 SOLAR, ENERGV AND HYDRONICS AND GEOTHERMAL CODE
Sections:
17.60.010 Adoption of the 2018 Uniform Solar, Hydronics And Geothermal Code
17.60.020 Title—amended
17.60.030 Chapter 1 —removed and replaced with CBC Chapter 1, Division Il
17.60.040 Chapter 10 - amended
17.60.010 Adoption
There is hereby adopted by the City Council by reference that certain code known as the Uniform
Solar, Energy d Hydronics and Geothermal Code, compiled by the International Association of
Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, being particularly the 2414 2018 Edition thereof and the
whole thereof, except as hereafter provided, excluding Chapter 1, "Administration."
Such code, and amendments thereto, are hereby adopted and incorporated pursuant to California
Government Code Section 50022.2 et seq.,and Health and Safety Code Section 18941.5 as though
fully set out at length herein for the purpose of protecting public health and safety by prescribing
minimum standards for the use, design and installation of solar energy systems; by requiring a
permit and inspection for installation,alteration and replacement of said equipment. From the date
on which this chapter takes effect, the provisions thereof shall be controlling within the corporate
limits of the City of Huntington Beach. (2178-4/77, 2431-7/80, 2787-9/85, 2976-12/88, 3022-
12/89, 3147-7/92, 3308-12/95, 3429-7/99, 3899- 12/10, 4003-12/13, 4114-12/16, xxxx-12/19)
17.60.020 Title - amended
This chapter shall be known as the "Huntington Beach Solar Energy and Hydr-,.nies Code
Solar, Hydronics And Geothermal Code," may be cited as such and will be referred to
herein as "this Code." (2178-4/77, 2431-7/80, 3022-12/89, 4114-12/16)
17.60.04-530 Administration - amended
For-adfninistra4ive pr-evisions of this Code see Chapter- !-of the Hun4iagten Beaeh Boikling
Gede The administrative provisions shall be as provided for in the California Building
Code, Chapter 1 Division 11, Scope And Administration as adopted pursuant to Section
17.04 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code. (3899-12/10)
17.60.02,540 Electrical- amended
Chapter 10 is amended to read as follows:
Legislative Drafts for Ordinance No. 4190
Page 48 of 48
Chapter 10. Electrical installations shall be in accordance with the requirements of the
Huntington Beach Electrical Code.
(3 899-12/10)
Express Findings for Ordinance No. 4190
Page 1 of 6
EXHIBIT #2: EXPRESS FINDINGS
Code Amendment for Adoption of the 2019 Edition of the Model California Construction Codes
and Express Findings for Local Amendments are set forth below:
Health & Safety Code Section 17958 mandates that the City of Huntington Beach ("City")
shall adopt Ordinances or regulations imposing the requirements of certain uniform industry codes
adopted by the State pursuant to Health& Safety Code Section 17922; and
The State of California is mandated by Health and Safety Code Section 17922 to impose the
same requirements as are contained in the most recent edition of the California Building Code, the
California Residential Code, California Electrical Code, and the California Electrical Code
(hereinafter referred to collectively as"Codes"); and
Health & Safety Code Section 17958.5(a) permits the City to make such changes or
modifications to the Codes as are reasonably necessary because of local conditions; and
Health and Safety Code Section 17958.7 requires that the City Council, before making any
modifications or changes to the Codes, shall make an express finding that such changes or
modifications are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geographic or topographic
conditions; and
The Building Official and Director of Community Development have recommended that
changes and modifications be made to the Codes and have advised that certain said changes and
modifications to the California Building Code, 2019 Edition;the California Residential Code, 2019
Edition; the California Plumbing Code, 2019 Edition, and the California Electrical Code, 2019
Edition are reasonably necessary due to local conditions in the City of Huntington Beach and have
further advised that the remainder of said changes and modifications are of an administrative or
procedural nature, or concern themselves with subjects not covered by the Code or are reasonably
necessary to safeguard life and property within the City of Huntington Beach.
The City Council for the City of Huntington Beach finds that the above recitals are true and
correct and pursuant to the requirements of Health and Safety Code Section 17958.7, the Council
finds and determines there is a need to adopt the changes or modifications to the uniform codes
because of local climatic,topographical,and geological conditions as follows:
Chapter/ Amendment Summary Findings
Section History
HBMC 17.04-WELDING CODE
[A] 103.1 New Creation of Enforcement Agency(amended Administrative
by changing division name to Department D-1
of Community Development Building
Division
[A] 105.2 Existing Work Exempt from Permit D-1,B-1
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Express Findings for Ordinance No. 4190
Page 2 of 6
[A] 105.3.2 Existing Time Limitation of Application Administrative
D-1
[A] 105.5 Existing Expiration Administrative
D-1
[A] 107.2.1.1 New Construction Documents-Building Administrative
Security D-2
[A] 107.2.1.2 New Construction Documents-Methane Overlay D-1,B-2
District
[A] 107.2.9 New Construction Documents-Soils Report D-1,B-1,B-2,B-
3
[A] 109 Existing Fees Administrative
D-1
[A] 113.1 New Board of Appeals Administrative
(clarification) D-1
901.1 Existing Fire Protection System—Scope A-2,B-6
(referencing HB Fire Code)
1505.1 New Minimum Roof Covering A-1,A-2,B-1,B-
(Clarifying Class`B"minimum roof 6,B-7
covering)
1505.1.3 New Roof Covering Within all Other Areas A-1,A-2,B-1, B-
(Clarifying Class`B"minimum roof 6, B-7
covering)
Chapter 36 Existing Building Security Administrative
D-2
Chapter 55 --Existing Methane District Regulations B-2
HBMC 17.07—RESIDENTIAL CODE
R103.1 Existing Creation of Enforcement Agency(amended Administrative
by changing division name to Department D-1
of Community Development Building
Division)
R105.2 Existing Work Exempt from Permit D-1, B-1
R105.3.1.1 Existing Determination of substantially improved or D-1,A-3,B-4, B-
substantially damaged existing buildings in 5
flood hazard areas
(Section deleted since this section has to
meet with the Floodplain Overlay District
requirements of the Zoning Code)
R105.3.2 Existing Time Limitation of Application Administrative
D-1
R105.5 Existing Expiration Administrative
D-1
R106.1.6 New Construction Documents-Building Administrative
Security D-2
R106.1.7 New Construction Documents-Methane Overlay D-1,B-2
District
R106.1.8 New Construction Documents- Soils Report D-1,B-1,B-2,B-
3
R108 Existing Fees Administrative
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Page 3 of 6
D-1
R112.1 New Board of Appeals Administrative
D-1
R301.1.3.2 Existing Engineered Design B-1
Table R301.2(1) Existing Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria B-1
and Manual J Design Criteria completed for
Huntington Beach
Table R301.2(1) Existing Completed Table for the Flood Hazard areas A-3, B-4, B-5
Footnote g based on the Flood lain Overlay District
R313.1 Existing Townhouse Automatic Fire Sprinkler A-2, B-6
Systems
(amended to reference HB Fire Code)
R313.2 Existing One-and Two-Family Dwellings Automatic A-2, B-6
Fire Sprinkler Systems (amended to
reference HB Fire Code)
R322.1 New Flood-Resistant Construction(amended to A-3, B-4,B-5
included the Floodplain Overlay District
and Local Coastal Program)
R902 New Roof Fire Classification A-1,A-2,B-1, B-
(amended to coordinate with the Building 6,B-7
Code for requirements)
Chapter 36 Existing Building Security Administrative
(amended to reference to the Building Code D-2
for requirements)
Chapter 55 New Methane District Regulations(amended to B-2
clarify that this section is also applicable to
residential structures and referencing to the
Building&Fire Codes).
HBMC 17.40—MECHANICAL CODE
Chapter 1 Existing Administration Administrative
(amended to reference the Buildin Code) D-1
HBMC 17.44—PLUMBING CODE
Chapter 1 Existing Administration Administrative
(amended to reference the Building Code) D-1
312.1 Existing Protection of Piping, Materials and A-3
Structures
(amended by requiring underground copper
and PEX tubing to be sleeved)
HBMC 17.46—SWIMMING POOL,SPA AND HOT TUB CODE
Chapter 1 Existing Administration Administrative
(amended to reference the Building Code) D-1
108 Existing Authority to Abate Administrative
(amended by relocating to the appropriate D-1
Section)
Chapter 2 Existing Definitions Administrative
(amended by adding additional definitions) D-1
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Express Findings for Ordinance No. 4190
Page 4 of 6
301.2.4 Existing Fuel Gas Piping Administrative
(amended to include Mechanical Code) D-1
402.3 Existing Structural Design D-1, B-1
512.1 Existing Wastewater Disposal Administrative
(added an exception for spas and hot tubs D-1
under 750gallons)
803 New Barrier Requirements Administrative
(amended to reference to the Building D-1
Code)
HBMC 17.48—ELECTRICAL CODE
Chapter 1 Existing Administration Administrative
(amended to reference the Building Code) D-1
250.52(A)(5) Existing Grounding Electrodes D-1,B-1, B-2, B-
3
HBMC 17.51—EXISTING BUILDING CODE
Chapter 1 New Administration Administrative
(amended to reference the Building Code) D-1
HBMC 17.60-SOLAR,ENERGY AND HYDRONICS AND GEOTHERMAL CODE
Chapter 1 Existing Administration Administrative
(amended to reference the Building Code) D-1
Chapter 10 Existing Electrical Administrative
(amended to reference Huntington Beach D-1
Electrical Code)
SECTION 1: Changes and modifications to the Codes adopted by the City of Huntington Beach
as recommended by the Building Official and Director of Community Development are hereby
found to be reasonably necessary due to the following general findings to local conditions:
A. 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. 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
19-7945/215360
Express Findings for Ordinance No. 4190
Page 5 of 6
until it terminates in the ocean at the Huntington Beach/Newport Beach border.
The river is contained in a manmade channel. Heavy rainfall and urban runoff has
potential to cause flooding in the flood plain due to the river and/or its tributaries.
4. The warm, dry climate is conducive to swimming pools which creates a higher
probability of child drownings where pools are unprotected.
B. Geological Conditions:
1. 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. Experts predict a major earthquake in our area within the
next 50 years. This situation creates the need for both additional fire protection
measures and automatic on-site fire protection for building occupants since a
multitude of fires may result from breakage of gas and electric lines as a result of
an earthquake. As noted by "Planning Scenario on a Major Earthquake on the
Newport-Inglewood Fault Zone, 1988, State Department of Conservation," page
59, "unfortunately, barely meeting the minimum earthquake standards of building
codes places a building on the verge of being legally unsafe".
2. Much of the City is deemed to be in 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 2.4 million barrels of oil and
approximately 1.1 million cubic feet of gas produced in 2015. This hazard presents
a unique threat to the City and has the potential to cause fire, or environmental
emergencies.
3. Significant areas of Huntington Beach contain corrosive soils that reduce the
expected usable life of water services when metallic pipes are exposed to these
soils.
4. According to the City Hazard Mitigation Plan(2017),the City has large portions in
the tsunami hazard zone subject to tsunami inundation, areas on land that can
become quickly flooded when there is a tsunami. These flood conditions would
impact the response and activity level of the Fire Department or cause damage to
the structures and infrastructures.
5. There are no dams in Huntington Beach. However, the city is on the floodplain on
the Santa Ana River. There are two dams,Prado Dam and Seven Oaks Dam,which
are located upstream of Huntington Beach on the Santa Ana River. Failure of either
dam could cause damage in Huntington Beach. The primary threat to Huntington
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Express Findings for Ordinance No. 4190
Page 6 of 6
Beach is from the failure of Prado Dam. If the dam were to experience a partial or
complete failure event, the resulting flood would likely overtop the banks of the
Santa Ana River. Depending on the amount of water released, the failure of Prado
Dam could results in floodwaters inundating all of Huntington Beach except for the
area roughly bordered by Beach Boulevard, Talbert Avenue, Edwards Street, and
the shore.
6. Traffic and circulation congestion presently existing in the City of Huntington
Beach often places fire department response time to fire occurrences at risk. This
condition will be exacerbated by any major disaster, including any earthquake
wherein damage to the highway system will occur. This condition makes the need
for additional on-site protection for property occupants necessary.
7. Untreated wood roofs cause or contribute to serious fire hazard and to the rapid
spread of fires when such fires are accompanied by high winds. Pieces of burning
wooden roofs become flying brands, are carried by the wind to other locations,and
thereby spread fire quickly. Past Grand Jury Report findings support this concern.
C. Topographical Conditions:
1. None used
D. Administrative:
1. This amendment is necessary for administrative clarification as permitted by Health
and Safety Code section 18909, and does not modify a Building Standard pursuant
to the California Health and Safety Code Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7.
This amendment establishes administrative standards for the effective enforcement
of building standards throughout the City of Huntington Beach.
2. The California Model Building Security Ordinance (CMBSO), published in
January 1978,was drafted by the California Crime Prevention Officers Association
in conjunction with the California Attorney General's Office and addresses both
residential and nonresidential structures.Many cities and counties have adopted the
CMBSO, receiving national exposure through manufacturers associations and
publications in crime prevention literature. The City of Huntington Beach adopted
the Building Security Ordinance and notified all builders concerning the code.
19-7945/215360
Ord. No. 4190
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss:
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH )
I, ROBIN ESTANISLAU, 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 21,2019, and was again read to said City
Council at a Regular meeting thereof held on November 18,2019, and was passed and
adopted by the affirmative vote of at least a majority of all the members of said City
Council.
AYES: Brenden, Carr, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
I,Robin Estanislau,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 Wave on November 28,2019.
In accordance with the City Charter of said City.
Robin Estanislau, City Clerk City Clerl and ex-officio Clerk
Deputy City Clerk of the City Council of the City
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Switzer, Donna
From: David Ward <daward@scng.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 29, 2019 4:48 PM
To: Switzer, Donna
Subject: Re: Public Hearing Notice
Is this better?
P.-rill 119M)l
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Monday, November 18, 2019 at 6:00 PM in the City
Council Chambers, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, the City Council will hold a public
hearing to receive and consider the statements of all persons who wish to be heard relative to
the application described below:
ORDINANCE NO. 4190
ADOPTION OF THE STATE OF CALI FORN IA CODES —an Ordinance of the City of Hun-
tington Beach Amending the Huntington Beach Municipal Code, Title 17— Building and Con-
struction Chapters 17.04,17.07, 17.40, 17.44 and 17.48 to adopt by reference the current Califor-
nia Code of Regulations Title 24 Parts 1-12 with regards to the 2019 edition of the California
Building Code, 2019 edition of the California Residential Code, 2019 edition of the California
Mechanical Code, 2019 edition of the California Plumbing Code, and 2019 edition of the Cali-
fornia Electrical Code; to adopt the 2019 edition of the California Administration Code, 2019
edition of the California Energy Cade,2019 edition of the California Historical Building Code,
2019 edition of the Reference Standards Code, and the 2019 edition of the Green Building
Standards Code; Chapter 17.46 amending to reference the 2018 Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa
and Hot Tub Code; Chapter 17,60 amending to reference the 2018 Uniform Solar, Energy and
Hydronic and Geothermal Code.
NOTICE IS FURTHER given that at least one copy of the California Code of Regulations Ti-
tle 24 Parts 1.12, Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code,and the Uniform Solar En-
Mynd Hydroponics and Geothermal Code are on file in the Department of Community De-
ment, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California, for inspection by the public. A
copy of the proposed ordinances is on file in the Office of the City Clerk, 2000 Main Street,
Huntington Beach, California, for inspection by the public.
ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said hearing and express opinions or
submit evidence for or against the proposed ordinances. If there are any further qquestions,
please call the Department of Community Development, Buildin Division at (714) 536-5455
and refer to the above item. Direct your written communications iga the City Clerk.
Robin Estanislau,City Clerk
City of Huntington Beach
2000 Main Street,2nd Floor
Huntington Beach,California 92648
(714)536-5227
hitp:l/huntingtonbeachca.gov, BPublicCommentsl
Published: Huntington Beach Wave November7, 14,201911329835
David Ward
Legal Advertising Rep
2190 S. Towne Centre PI.
Anaheim, CA 92806
714-796-6764
daward@scnq.com
PLEASE NOTE THE E-MAIL ADDRESS HAS CHANGED
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On Tue, Oct 29, 2019 at 4:41 PM Switzer, Donna<Donna.Switzergsurfcity-Worg>wrote:
Hello again David,
I have a little favor to ask—do you mind scaling down the copy of the Notice(pg. 2 of your attachment-attached) so
that the entire the ad prints out,for the sake of perfect records?
Please and thank you!
D0Y1M aV$W 1.t,,er
Deputy City Clerk
City of Huntington Beach
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach,CA 92648
(714)374-1649
Donna.Switzer@surfcity-hb.org
From:Switzer, Donna
Sent:Tuesday, October 29, 2019 1:17 PM
To: 'David Ward'<daward@scng.com>
Subject: RE: Public Hearing Notice
Thank you, David!
2
�avu�.a�Sw%t�er
Deputy City Clerk
City of Huntington Beach
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
(714)374-1649
Donna.Switzer@surfcity-hb.org
From: David Ward <daward@scng.com>
Sent:Tuesday, October 29, 2019 10:43 AM
To:Switzer, Donna <Donna.Switzer@surfcity-hb.org>
Cc: Haghani, Eric<Eric.Haghani@surfcity-hb.org>; Esparza, Patty<PEsparza@surfcity-hb.org>; Moore,Tania
<Tania.Moore@surfcity-hb.org>
Subject: Re: Public Hearing Notice
Good morning Donna.
Here is the proof for the Legal section version.
I will have the Display version to you either later today or tomorrow morning because the artist will need to
build that one.
Ad#11329835
Run Dates 11/7 & 11/14
Cost $448
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ADOPTIONOF HAMOF CALIF - RNIA CONSTRUCTION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Monday, November 18, 2019 at 6.00 1
Council Chambers, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, the City Council wi
hearing to receive and consider the statements of all persons who wish to be h+
the application described below:
ORDINANCE NO. 4190
ADOPTION OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA CODES - an Ordinance of tl
tington Beach Amending the Huntington Beach Municipal Code, Title 17 - Bu
struction Chapters 17.04, 17.07, 17.40, 17.44 and 17.49 to adopt by reference the c
nia Code of Regulations Title 24 Parts 1-12 with regards to the 2019 edition of
Building Code, 2019 edition of the California Residential Code, 2019 edition of
Mechanical Code, 2019 edition of the California Plumbing Code, and 2019 edit
foriiia Electrical Code; to adopt the 2019 edition of the California Adrninistra
edition of the California Energy Code, 2019 edition of the California Historical
2019 edition of the Reference Standards Code, and the 2019 edition of the c
Standards Code; Chapter 17.46 amending to reference the 2018 Uniform Swim
and Hot Tub Code; Chapter 17.60 amending to reference the 2018 Uniform Sal,
Hydronic and Geothermal Code.
NOT I C E I S FU RTH E R g iven that at least one copy of the Cal iforn is Code of
tie 24 Parts 1-12, Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code, and the Uni
ergy and Hydroponics and Geothermal Code are on file in the Department of t
velopment, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California, for inspection b�
copy of the proposed ordinances is on file in the Office of the City Clerk, 201
Huntington beach, California, for inspection bythe public.
ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said hearing and ex ri
submit evidence for or against the proposed ordinances. If there are any fur
please call the Department of Community Development, Building Division a
and refer to the above item. Direct your written communications to the City C
Robin Estanislau, City Clerk
City of Huntington Beach
2000 Main Street, 2nd Floor
Huntington Beach, California 92648
(714) 536-5
http:l/huntingtonbeachco.govUBPublicCommentsl
Published : Huntington Beach Wave November7, 14, 201911329935
David Ward
4
Legal Advertising Rep
2190 S. Towne Centre PI.
Anaheim, CA 92806
714-796-6764
daward@scnq.com
PLEASE NOTE THE E-MAIL ADDRESS HAS CHANGED
On Thu, Oct 24, 2019 at 1:22 PM Switzer, Donna<Donna.Switzerksurfci . -hb.org>wrote:
Hi David,
Please publish the attached Public Hearing Notice for the Adoption of the State of California Construction
Codes, in both Legal and Display, on 11/7/& 11/14.
Thank you!
l�ayu�,a�Sw%t�,r
Deputy City Clerk
City of Huntington Beach
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
5
(714)374-1649
Donna.Switzerksurfcity-hb.org
6
Switzer, Donna
From: David Ward <daward@scng.com>
Sent: Wednesday, October 30, 2019 10:39 AM
To: Switzer, Donna
Cc: Haghani, Eric; Esparza, Patty; Moore, Tania
Subject: Re: Public Hearing Notice
Attachments: City of HB Bldg Code Notice Proof Ad#11329852.pdf
onna.
ere is the display rsion.
Ad#11329852
Run Dates 11/7 & 11/14
Cost $390
PROOF (attached as a PDF om our artist)
I believe I have one more n ice for you in my inbox.
I'll have that one out to yo shortly.
David Ward
Legal Advertising Rep
2190 S. Towne Centre PI.
Anaheim, CA 92806
714-796-6764
daward@scng.com
PLEASE NOTE THE E-MAIL ADDRESS HAS CHANGED
SOUTHERN
CRLIFORIIIR
NEWS GROUP
On Thu, Oct 24, 2019 at 1:22 PM Switzer, Donna<Donna.Switzergsurfcity-hb.org>wrote:
Hi David,
Please publish the attached Public Hearing Notice for the Adoption of the State of California Construction
Codes, in both Legal and Display, on 11/7/& 11/14.
Thank you!
i
Doiu 1SwX3,&r
Deputy City Clerk
City of Huntington Beach
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
(714)374-1649
Donna.Switzergsurfcit hb.org
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
ADOPTION OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA CONSTRUCTION CODES
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Monday, November 18, 2019 at 6:00 PM in the City Council Chambers,
2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, the City Council will hold a public hearing to receive and consider
the statements of all persons who wish to be heard relative to the application described below:
ORDINANCE NO. 4190
ADOPTION OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA CODES—an Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending the
Huntington Beach Municipal Code, Title 17 — Building and Construction Chapters 17.04, 17.07, 17.40, 17.44
and 17.48 to adopt by reference the current California Code of Regulations Title 24 Parts 1-12 with regards to
the 2019 edition of the California Building Code, 2019 edition of the California Residential Code, 2019 edition of
the California Mechanical Code, 2019 edition of the California Plumbing Code, and 2019 edition of the California
Electrical Code; to adopt the 2019 edition of the California Administration Code, 2019 edition of the California
Energy Code, 2019 edition of the California Historical Building Code, 2019 edition of the Reference Standards
Code, and the 2019 edition of the Green Building Standards Code; Chapter 17.46 amending to reference the
2018 Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code; Chapter 17.60 amending to reference the 2018 Uniform
Solar, Energy and Hydronic and Geothermal Code.
NOTICE IS FURTHER given that at least one copy of the California Code of Regulations Title 24 Parts 1-12,
Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code, and the Uniform Solar Energy and Hydroponics and
Geothermal Code are on file in the Department of Community Development, 2000 Main Street, Huntington
Beach, California, for inspection by the public.A copy of the proposed ordinances is on file in the Office of the
City Clerk, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California, for inspection by the public.
ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said hearing and express opinions or submit evidence
for or against the proposed ordinances. If there are any further questions, please call the Department of
Community Development, Building Division at (714) 536-5455 and refer to the above item. Direct your written
communications to the City Clerk.
Robin Estanislau, City Clerk
City of Huntington Beach
2000 Main Street, 2nd Floor
Huntington Beach, California 92648
(714) 536-5227
http://huntingtonbeachca.gov/HBPublicComments/
Published: The Huntington Beach Wave November 7, 14, 201911329852