HomeMy Public PortalAboutOrdinance No. 537-85 06-10-1985 ORDINANCE NO. 537
• UNIFORM HOUSING CODE ADOPTED
An Ordinance Of The City Of Richland Hills, Texas Adopting The
Uniform Housing Code 1979 Edition; Providing Certain Amendments
Therein; Repealing All City Ordinances In Conflict Herewith Ex-
cept Zoning Ordinances; Providing A Savings Clause; Providing A
Penalty Clause And An Effective Date.
Be It Ordained By The City Council Of The City Of Richland Hills,
Texas:
SECTION 1. i
UNIFORM HOUSING CODE ADOPTED
The Uniform Housing Code, 1979 Edition, as adopted by the Inter-
national Conference of Building Officials, a copy of which is on
file in the office of the City Secretary, is hereby adopted by re-
ference and designated as the housing code of the City of Richland
Hills, together with the amendments hereinafter set forth, the same
as though such code were copied at length herein.
SECTION 2.
DELETION AND AMENDMENTS
• The Uniform Housing Code, 1979 Edition, is hereby amended and change
in the following respects:
(1) The phrase "City of as used throughput
such publication shall be deemed to read "City of Richland Hill ,
Texas."
(2) Section 201 (a) is amended to read:
The term "Building Official" as used herein shall be construed to
be that individual designated by the City Administrator to carry
out such duties. Such person is hereby autho_rzzed and directedito
administer and enforce all the provisions of this code.
(3) Section 203 is amended to read:
The City Council shall conduct public hearings required under this
code and shall hear all appeals provided for hereunder. Appeals
shall be processed in accc:r7,an.ce with the provisions contained in
Section 1201 of this code. The City Council shall be deemed to'be
the housing advisory and appeals board.
(4) Section 1101 (b) is hereby amended to read in its entirety, as
follows:
Section 1101 (b) Notice.
The Building Official shall issue a notice directed to the record
owner of the building. The notice shall contain:
1. The street address and a legal description sufficient for iden-
tification of the premises upon which the building is located.
2. A statement that the Building Official has found the building
to be substandard with a brief and concise description of the
conditions found to render the building dangerous under the
provisions of Section 202 of this code.
• 3. A statement of the violation of the Code as determined by the
Building Official.
4. A requirement that the owner or person in charge of the bu'ld-
ing or premises secure required permits and commence the r quir-
ed action within fifteen (15) days from the date of such n tice
and that all work be completed within such time as the Bui ding
Official shall determine is reasonable.
5. If the Building Official has determined that the building r
structure must be vacated, the notice shall contain a requ'r-
ment that the building be vacated within such time from the
date of the notice as determined by the Building Official ~o
be reasonable.
6. A statement advising that if any required repair or demolition
work is not commenced within the time specified, the Building
Official will, without further notice, order the building va-
cated and posted to prevent further occupancy until the work is
completed.
7. A statement advising that if any required repair or demolition
work is not commenced or completed within the time specifi d,
proceedings will be commenced to have the building repaire or
• demolished and the cost of such assessed as a charge again t the
land.
(5) Section 1101 (c) is amended to read as follows:
(c) Service of Notice. The notice and any amended notice', shall
be served upon the record owner, and posted on the propert~.
(6) Section 1101 (d) is hereby amended to read as follows:
(d) Method of service. Service of notice shall be made upon
all persons entitled thereto either personally or by mailing a
copy of such notice and order by certified mail, postute p~epaid,
return receipt requested, to each such person at his addre s as
it appears on the last assessment roll of the City, or as mown
to the Building Official. If no address of any such person so
appears or is known to the Building Official, then a copy ~f the
notice and order shall be published twice within ten (10) on-
secutive days in a newspaper of general circulation in the'City.
The failure of any such person to receive such notice or order
shall not affect the validity of any proceedings taken under this
section. Service by certified mail in the manner herein provided
shall be deemed effective on the date of mailing. Service',by
publication shall be deemed effective on the date of the second
publication.
• (7) Section 1102 on page 26 is hereby deleted.
(8) Section 1201 (a) is hereby amended by changing the number thirty
(30) days on page 28 to ten (10) days thus reducing the time
available for appeal of notice, order or action of the Building
Official.
(9) Chapter 13, is deleted in its entirety.
(10) Section 1401 and Section 1402 are amended to read as follows:
• Section 1401 Compliance.
(a) Any person who fails to meet the requirements made in',any
notice duly served as provided in Chapter 11 of this code shall
be guilty of a misdemeanor for each day such failure conti~ues
after the date the notice requires complaince.
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(b) If no appeal has been filed and the required repair o~ de-
molition has not been commenced within fifteen (15) days f om
the date of any notice served pursuant to Chapter 11 of t is
code; or if required action has not been completed as required
by such notice, the Building Official shall commence proce dings
as follows:
1. The Building Official shall cause such building to be vaca~ed by
posting at each entrance thereto a notice reading:
"SUBSTANDARD BUIDLING
It is a misdemeanor to occupy this building or to remove
or deface this notice.
Building Official
City of Richland Hills, Texas."
• 2. The City Council shall be notified and requested to consider
holding a public hearing to decide whether to order the re air,
removal or demolition specified in such notice to be done nd
whether to cause the cost of such work to be paid and levied as
a special assessment against the property.
SECTION 1402. Proceedings before City Council
(a) Date. The City Council may set a date and time for a public
hearing to consider ordering the improvements and assessment of'~any
property where the o~~mer has failed to improve as required by n~tices
described in Chapter 11 hereof. Such public hearing shall be h~ld
not less than fifteen (15) nor more than sixty (60) days from tl~e date
such hearing is set.
(b) Notice. Notice of the public hearing to be held before th City
Council shall be given by causing a notice thereof to be served on the
owner of such property. Such notice shall be served in the sam manner
and method as notices of the Building Official are served as described
in Chapter 11 of this code. Such notice shall include the date' time
and place of such hearing and shall require that cause be shown why an
order should not be issued by the City Council requiring the re air,
removal or demolition of the described property within a reasonable
time and a statement that is such action is not taken, the work will b
done by the City and the cost thereof assessed against the land.
• (c) Hearing, order. The City Council shall hold a public hearing as
set forth in the notice thereof and may order removal, repair or de-
molition of any such property and shall establish a date for the com-
pletion thereof, and may order that if such action is not completed by
such date, that such be done at the expense of the City of Richland
Hills, and the cost thereof together with interest at eight (8) per
cent per annum be assessed as a lien against the described premises.
Such order shall be served in the same manner as the notice of public
hearing.
(11) Chapter 15 is amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 15
Performance of Repair, Removal or Demolition
Section 1501 (a) Procedure. When any work of repair, removal or
demolition is to be done pursuant to the provisions of any order
of the City Council, the work may be accomplished by City personnel
or by private contract as may be deemed necessary. Rubble and debris
shall be removed from any premises and the lot cleaned if removal or
demolition is ordered. The building or building materials may be sold
if removal or demolition is ordered, and the proceeds shall be used to
offset other costs of cleaning the lot.
(b) Costs. the Cost of such work shall be paid from City funds', and
shall constitute a special assessment and a lien against such property
to secure payment thereof together with eith (8) per cent interest on
such amount from the date the City incurs the expense. Such liens
shall be privileged and second only to tax liens and liens for street
improvement.
(12) Chapter 16 is amended to read as follows:
• CHAPTER 16
Recovery of Cost of Repair, Removal or Demolition
Section 1601. A sworn account of the expense incurred by the City in
the repair, removal, or demolition of any building done pursuant to
the provisions of this code shall be filed by the Building Official
with the City Secretary. The City Secretary shall file such notice of
The City's assessment and lien in the deed records of Tarrant County,
Texas. Such notice shall read substantailly as follows:
"STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF TARRANT
NOTICE OF LIEN
Building Official for the City of Richland Hills,
makes, oath and says that the City of Richland Hills has incurred an
expense of $ in improving property known and described as
Such expense was incurred to eliminate violations of the City's Hous-•
ing Code after notices pursuant to ordinance were served on the record
owner thereof, at
and after public hearing before the City Council as required by law.
• This assessment shall constitute a first and prior lien, subject only
to tax and paving liens.
No building permit or certificate of occupancy will be issued on this
property unless and until this lien is paid together with 8o per annum
interest from the date such expenses were incurred. No utility ser-
vice of any kind will be available to such property until this lien
is paid.
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BUILDING OFFICIAL
Richland Hills, Texas
SWORN TO AND SUBSCRIBED before me by the said ,
this day of 19 to certify which
witness my hand and seal of office.
Section 1602. No utility service, building permit or certificate of
occupancy shall be allowed for any such property until any such lien
is released by the. City and the assessment is paid.
Section 1603. Upon instruction of the City Council, the City Attorney
shall bring an action in any court of proper jurisdiction against the
owner of any premises to recover the costs incurred by the City.
SECTION 3.
All other ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby
repealed except zoning ordinances and amendments thereto. In the event
• of conflict, the terms of the zoning ordinance or amendments shall govern.
SECTION 4.
That if any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordi-
nance is, for any reason, held to be unconstitutional, such decision shall
not affect the validity of the remaining protions of this ordinance. The
City Council declares that it would have passed this ordinance, and each
section, subsection, clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that
any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses and phrases be de-
clared unconstitutional.
SECTION 5.
Any person, firm or corporation violating any portion of this ordinance
shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeaner and fined not in excess of $200.00.
Each days violation shall be a separate offense.
SECTION 6.
That this ordinance shall be and is hereby declared to be in full force and
effect immediately upon final passage, approval and publication as required
by law.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 10th DAY OF June , 19 85
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UNIFORM
I ADMINISTRATIVE
CODE
1979 Edition
AUTHORIZED EDITION
First Printing
Library of Congress Catalog Card Number 78-78152
COPYRIGHT 1979
by
International Conference of Building Officials
5360 SOUTH WORKMAN MILL ROAD WHITTIER, CALIFORNIA 90601
i PRINTED IN THE U.S.A.
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Preface
The Uniform Administrative Code was promulgated by representatives
of the International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO), Interna-
~ tional Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO), Inter-
national Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI), Pacific Coast Elec-
trical Association (PCEA), and National Electrical Manufacturers
Association (NEMA) to provide the necessary requirements for a single
~ administrative document to enable its use by code enforcement agencies in
the adoption of the various Uniform Codes published by the International
Conference of Building Officials, the Uniform Plumbing Code. and the
Uniform Solar Energy Code published by the International Association of
Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, the National Electrical Code publish-
ed by the National Fire Protection Association, and other related technical
` codes which regulate consu~uction. The preparation of this document was
jointly sponsored by the International Conference of Building Officials,
the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials and
the International Association of Electrical Inspectors.
This code has been designed so as to be as compatible as possible with
state and local regulations and assumes that the administrative provisions
of the technical codes will be deleted except for Title, Purpose and Scope.
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RELATED PUBLICATIONS ~ while achieving uniformity in terms and requirements with other codes
i published by the Conference. This code is sponsored jointly by the
Western Fire Chiefs Association and the International Conference of
Known widely for its Uniform Building Code, the International Con- Building Officials.
ference of Building Officials publishes other related codes as well as text- I Uniform Fire Code Standards. This new (1979) publication is a com-
books to enable the user to improve his knowledge of code enforcement i panion to the Uniform Fire Code. It contains National Fire Protection
and the administration of a building inspection program. Publications are ~ Association Standards and Uniform Building Code Standards referenced
continually being added, so inquiries should be directed to Conference by the Uniform Fire Code.
headquarters for a list of those available. At the time of this publication, ~ Uniform Building Security Code. A new (1979) code which establishes
the following publications were available: ~ minimum standards to make dwelling units resistant to unlawful entry. It
Uniform Administrative Code. This new (1979) code covers administra- regulates swinging doors, sliding doors, windows and hardware in connec-
tion areas in connection with adoption of the Uniform Building Code, lion with dwelling units of apartment houses or one- and two-family
Uniform Mechanical Code and related codes by a jurisdiction. It contains dwellings. The level of resistance to unlawful entry established by stan-
provisions which relate to site preparation, construction, alteration, mov- I lords in this code is directed at the novice burglar. The code gives con-
ing, repair and use and occupancies of buildings or structures and building ~ sideration to the concerns of police, fire and building officials in estab-
service equipment including plumbing, electrical and mechanical. The ~ fishing requirements for resistance to burglary which are compatible with
code is compatible with the administrative provisions of all codes pub- i fire and life safety.
fished by the Conference. Analysis of Revisions. Discusses the changes included in the latest codes
Uniform Building Code. Covers the fire, life and structural safety as- published by the Conference as compared to the prior editions.
pects of all buildings and related structures. U.B.C. Supplements. Between new editions of the codes, changes ap-
Uniform Mechanical Code. Contains requirements for the installation proved each year are incorporated in the supplements.
and maintenance of heating, ventilating, cooling and refrigeration systems. Dwelling Construction under the Uniform Building Code. Designed to
ICBO Plumbing Code. A new (1979) code which contains minimum ~ acquaint the home builder with basic Building Code requirements relating
standards for the installation, alteration and maintenance of plumbing I to dwelling construction. A useful text for apprentice training programs.
systems and establishes minimum requirements for plumbing materials. It Building Department Administration. An excellent guide for improve-
includes administrative provisions which are compatible with the Uniform ~ ment of skills in departmental management and in the enforcement and
Administrative Code and other Conference publications. Detailed re- ,i application of the Building Code and other regulations administered by a
quirements of the code include provisions for plumbing fixtures, plumbing ' building inspection department. Recommended for both undergraduate
materials, joints and connections, hangers and supports, testing of and advanced study.
systems, water supply distribution, sanitary drainage systems, vents and Training Manual in Field Inspection of Buildings and Structures.
venting, as well as fuel-gas piping and installation of water heaters. Designed to improve inspection skills and techniques. A fundamental im-
Uniform Housing Code. Provides for the conservation and rehabilita- portant text for courses of study of the community college and trade or
lion of housing compatible with the Uniform Building Code. Meets technical school level.
federal workable program requirements. Illustrated Mechanical Manual. Contains a series of illustrations with
Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings. Sets forth explanatory text covering requirements in the Uniform Mechanical Code
orderly procedures for remedying dangerous buildings. Follows due pro- which respond to graphic treatment. It is highly useful for code applica-
cess provisions which reflect the latest court decisions in such matters. lion and for training purposes.
This code covers all structures and may be used to supplement the ' Plan Review Manual. Provides an understanding of the extent of Build-
Uniform Housing Code and the Uniform Building Code. ing Code provisions and illustrates application to given situations. Covers
Uniform Sign Code. Dedicated to the development of better sign regula- , nonstructural aspects as well as providing an insight into the basic engi-
tion. Its requirements pertain to all signs and sign construction attached to veering considerations a plan examiner or checker must utilize.
buildings. Concrete Inspection Manual. A publication on concrete to be used for
Uniform Building Code Standards. Presents in a compact and concise reference or as a text on concrete inspection. Of particular interest to in-
manner all of the national test, material and special design standards re- j spectors, it is also useful to concrete technicians and craftsmen who are
ferred to in the Uniform Building Code. more concerned with the physical and practical aspects of concrete than
Uniform Fire Code. Sets out provisions necessary for fire prevention the design.
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CONTENTS
Page Chapter 1
CHAPTER I-Title, Scope and General ' TITLE, SCOPE AN D G EN ERAL
SEC. 101. Title 7
102. Purpose 7 Title
103. Scope 7
104. Application to Existing Buildings and Sec. 101. These regulations shall be known as the "Uniform Admini-
Building Service Equipment 7 ~ strative Code," may be cited as such and will be referred to herein as "this
105. Definitions 8 cAde."
106. ConFlicting Provisions ]0 Purpose
107. Alternate Materials and Methods of Construction 11
108. Modifications 1 I Sec. 102. The purpose of this code is to provide for the administration
109. Tests l 1 and enforcement of the technical codes adopted by this jurisdiction.
CHAPTER 2-Organization and Enforcement ~ Scope
SEC. 201. Authority 12 Sec. 103. The provisions of this code shall serve as the administrative,
202. Powers and Duties of Building Official 12 organizational and enforcement rules and regulations for the technical
203. Unsafe Buildings, Structures or Building Service Equipment 14 codes which regulate the site preparation and construction, alteration,
204. Board of Appeals I S moving, demolition, repair, use and occupancy of buildings, structures
205. Violations 15 and building service equipment within this jurisdiction.
CHAPTER 3-Permits and Inspections Application to Existing Buildings and Building Service Equipment
SEC. 301. Permits .
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302. Application for Permit 18
' ' ' ~ • • ~ • • • equipment to which additions, alterations or repairs are made shall com-
303. Permits Issuance .
' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' 19 ply with all the requirements of the technical codes for new facilities, ex-
304. Fees 20
305. Inspections , . , , . , , , • • , • , • , 22 ~ cept as specifically provided in this section.
306. Special [nspections . 24 ~ (b) Additions, Alterations or Repairs. Additions, alterations or repairs
307. Connection Approval 27 ! may be made to any building or its building service equipment without re-
308. Certificate of Occupancy 27 ' quiring the existing building or its building service equipment to comply
with all the requirements of the technical codes, provided the addition,
alteration or repair conforms to that required for a new building or
building service equipment and provided further that no hazard to life,
health or safety will be created by such additions, alterations or repairs.
Any building so altered, which involves a change in use or occupancy,
shall not exceed the height, number of stories or area permitted by the
Building Code for new buildings. Any building plus new additions shall
not exceed the height, number of stories and area specified in the Building
` Code for new buildings.
Alterations or repairs to an existing building or structure which are
nonstructural and do not adversely affect any structural member or any
part of the building or structure having required fire resistance may be
made with the same materials of which the building or structure is con-
structed, subject to approval by the building official.
Minor additions, alterations, renewals and repairs to existing building
service equipment installations may be made in accordance with the
' technical code in effect at the time the original installation was made, sub-
ject to approval of the building official, and provided such additions,
alterations, renewals and repairs will riot cause the existing building service
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104.105 UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE CODE 1979 EDITION 105
equipment to becatrt~un~afe; insanitary or oveToaded: New 7nternutionaT ZITcTionary of the English La>iguag~-fhrahrrdged,
EXCEPTION: The installation or replacement of glass shall be as required copyright 1961, shall be considered as providing ordinarily accepted mean-
fornew installations. ings. Words used in the singular include the plural and the plural the sin-
(c) Existing Installations. Building service equipment lawfully in ex- gular. Words used in the masculine gender include the feminine and the
istence at the time of the adoption of the technical codes may have their ~ feminine [he masculine.
use, maintenance or repair continued if the use, maintenance or repair is in ~ ADllIT10N is an extension or increase in floor area orheight of abuild-
accordance with the original design and no hazard to life, health or pro- I ing or structure.
perty has been created by such building service equipment. ° ~ - ALTER or ALTERATION is any change or modification in construc-
(d) Existing Occupancy. Buildings in existence at the time of the adop- lion or building service equipment.
uon of the Building Code may have their existing use or occupancy con- APPROVED, as to materials, types of construction, equipment and '
timed if such use or occupancy was Iega1 at the time of the adoption of the systems, refers to approval by the building official as the result of in-
Building Code, provided such continued use is not dangerous to life, I vestigation and tests conducted by him, or by reason of accepted principles
health and safety.
Any change in the use or occupancy of any existing building or structure or tests by recognized authorities, technical or scientific organizations.
shall comply with the provisions of Section 308 of this code and the APPROVED AGENCY is an established and recognized agency
Building Code. regularly engaged in conducting tests or furnishing inspection services,
when such agency has been approved by the building official.
(e) Maintenance. All buildings, structures and building service equip- BUILllING is any structure used or intended for supporting or shelter-
ment, existing and new, and~all parts thereof shall be maintained in a safe ing any use or occupancy.
and sanitary condition. All devices or safeguards which are required by the BUILDING CODE is the Uniform Building Code promulgated by the
technical codes shall be maintained in conformance with the technical code International Conference of Building Officials.
under which installed. The owner or his designated agent shall be responsi- BUILDING, EXISTING is a building erected prior to the adoption of
ble for the maintenance of buildings, structures-and their building service
equipment. To determine compliance with this subsection, the building of- ~ this code, or one for which a legal building permit has been issued.
facial may cause any structure to be reinspected. BUILDING OFFICIAL is the officer or other designated authority
(f) Moved Building. Buildings, structures and their building service ~ charged with the administration and enforcement of this code, or his duly
equipment moved into or within this jurisdiction shall comply with the i authorized representative.
provisions of the technical codes for new buildings or structures and their BUILDING SERVICE EQUIPMENT refers to the plumbing, mechani-
building service equipment. cal, electrical and elevator equipment including piping, wiring, fixtures
(g) Historic Buildings. Repairs, alterations and additions necessary for ~ and other accessories which provide sanitation, lighting, heating, ventila-
the preservation, restoration, rehabilitation or continued use of a building, lion, cooling, refrigeration, fire-fighting and transportation facilities es-
struc[ure, or its building service equipment may be made without con- sential for the habitable occupancy of the building or structure for its de-
formance to all the requirements of the technical codes when authorized signaled use and occupancy.
by the building official, provided: CHIEF BUILDING, ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL, PLUMBING
1. The building or structure has been designated by official action of INSPECTOR, PLANS EXAMINER shall be the person providing exper-
thelegally constituted authority of this jurisdiction as having special tine for the building official in the designated technical code.
historical or architectural significance. DANGEROUS BUILDINGS CODE is the Uniform Code for the
2. Any unsafe conditions as described in this code are corrected. Abatement of Dangerous Buildings promulgated by the International
Conference of Building Officials.
. 3. The restored building or structure and its building service equipment ELECTRICAL CODF, is the National Electrical Code promulgated by
will be no more hazardous based on life safety, fire safety and sani- the National Fire Protection Association.
cation than the existing building.
De}initlOns JURISDICTION, as used in this code, is any state or political subdivi-
See. 105. General. For the purpose of this code, certain terms, phrases, lion wtticl~ adopts this code for administrative regulations within its sphere
words and their derivatives shall be construed as specified in this section. of authority.
Where terms are not defined, they shall have their ordinarily accepted LISTED and LISTING are terms referring to equipment and materials
meanings within the context with which they are used. Webster's Third which are shown in a list published by an approved testing agency,
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105.106 UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
quaiifiEd and equipped for~tperimentattestirr$ a~stf-maintaining and- - -W~eJUar~speuful:ase different sections. within_~tty_4f the technical
quate periodic inspection of current productions and whose listing states codes specify different materials; methods of construction or other re-
that the equipment complies with recognized safety standards. ~ quirements, the most restrictive shall govern.
MAY, as used in this code, is permissive for compliance. ~ Where conflicts occur between any specific provisions of this code and
MECHANICAL CODE is the Uniform Mechanical Code promulgated any administrative provisions in any technical code which is then ap-
bythe International Conference of Building Officials. placable within this jurisdiction, those provisions becoming the law last in
time shall prevail.
OCCUPANCY is the purpose for which a building, or part thereof, is Alternate Materials and Methods of Construction
used or intended to be used. The term "occupancy" as used in this code ~
shall include ttre building or part thereof housing such use. Sec. 107. The provisions of the technical codes are not intended to pre-
OWNER is any person, agent, firm or corporation having a legal or ~ vent the use of any material or method of construction not specifically
equitable interest in the property. prescribed by the technical codes, provided any alternate has been ap-
proved and its use authorised by the building official.
PERMIT is an official document or certificate issued by the building of- The building official may approve any alternate, provided he finds that
facial authorizing performance of a specified activity.
the proposed design is satisfactory and complies with the provisions of the
PERSON is a natural person, his heirs, executors, administrators or technical codes and that the material, method or work offered is, for the
assigns, and also includes a firm, partnership or corporation, its or their purpose intended, at least the eyuivalent of that prescribed in the technical
successors or assigns, or the agent of any of the aforesaid. codes in suitability, strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability,
PLUMBING CODE is the adopted plumbing code of the jurisdiction. safety and sanitation.
REPAIR is the reconstruction or renewal of any part of an existing The building official shall require that sufficient evidence or proof be
building, structure or building service equipment for the purpose of its submitted to substantiate any claims that may be made regarding its use.
maintenance. The details of any action granting approval of an alternate shall be
SHALL, as used in this code, is mandatory. i recorded and entered in the files of the code enforcement agency.
STRUCTURE is that which is built or constructed, an edifice or Modifications
building of any kind, or any piece of work artificially built up or com- Sec. 108. Whenever there are practical difficulties involved in carrying
posed of parts joined together in some definite manner. out the provisions of the technical codes, the building official may grant
modifications for individual cases, provided he shall first find that a
TECHNICAL CODES refer to those codes adopted by this jurisdiction special individual reason makes the strict le[ter of the technical code im-
containing the provisions for design, construction, alteration, addition, practical and the modification is inconformity with the intent and purpose
repair, removal, demolition, use, location, occupancy and maintenance of of the technical code, and that such modification does not lessen health,
all buildings and structures and building service equipment as herein life and fire safety requirements or any degree of structural integrity. The
defined. details of actions granting modifications shall be recorded and entered in
U.B.C. STANDARDS is the Uniform Building Code Standards pro- the files of the code enforcement. agency.
mulgated by the International Conference of Building Officials. Tests
VALUATION or VALUE, as applied to a building and its building ser- Sec. 109. Whenever there is insufficient evidence of compliance with any
vice equipment, shall be the estimated cost to replace the building and its of the provisions of the [echnical codes or evidence that materials or con-
building service equipment in kind, based on current replacement costs. struction do not conform to the requirements of the technical codes, the
building official may require tests as evidence of compliance to be made at
Conflicting Provisions no expense to this jurisdiction.
Sec. 106. Wherever conflicting provisions or requirements occur be- ~ Test methods shall be as specified by the technical codes or by other
tween this code, the technical codes and any other codes or laws, the most recognized test standards. In the absence of recognized and accepted test
restrictive shall govern. methods for the proposed alternate, the building official shall determine
Where conflicts occur between the technical codes, those provisions test procedures.
providing the greater safety to life shall govern. In other conflicts where All tests shall be made by an approved agency. Reports of such tests
sanitation, life safety or fire safety are not involved, the most restrictive shall be retained by the building official for the period required for the
provisions shall govern. retention of public records.
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_f'f18pt@7 ~ _ _ _ _ ~ (d) tit~~,__r_(1r~iers__Wltenever any work is being done ~ontraty 1tz_the pro-
I visions of this code and the technical codes, the building official may order
ORGANIZATION AND ENFORCEMENT the work stopped by notice in writing served on any persons engaged in the
Authority ~ doing or causing such work to be done, and any such persons shall forth-
Sec. 201. (a) Creation of Enforcement Agency. There is hereby i with slop such work until authorized by the building official to proceed
with the work.
• established in this jurisdiction a code enforcement agency which shall be (e) Occupancy Violations. Whenever any building or structure or
under the administrative and operational contol of the building official. ~ building service equipment therein regulated by this code and the technical
(b) General. Whenever the term or title "administrative authority," ~ codes is being used contrary to the provisions of such codes, the building
"responsible official," "building official," "chief inspector," "code en- official may order such use discontinued by written notice served on any
forcement officer," or other similar designation is used herein or in any of person causing such use to be continued. Such person shall discontinue the
the technical codes; it shall be construed to mean the building official use within the time prescribed by the building official after receipt of such
designated by the appointing authority of this jurisdiction. i
notice to make the structure, or portion thereof, comply with the require-
Powersand Duties of Building Official menu of such codes.
Sec. 202. (a) General. The building official is hereby authorized and ~ (f) Authority to Disconnect Utilities. The building official or his
directed to enforce all the provisions of this code and the referenced ~ authorized representative shall have the authority to disconnect any utility
technical codes. For such purposes, he shall have the powers of a law en- ~ service or energy supplied to the building, structure or building service
forcement officer. equipment therein regulated by this code or the technical codes in case of
(b) Deputies. In accordance with prescribed procedures and with the emergency where necessary to eliminate an immediate hazard to life or
approval of the appointing authority, the building official may appoint a property. The building official shall whenever possible notify the serving
chief plans examiner, a chief building inspector, a chief electrical inspec- utility, the owner and occupant of the building, structure or building ser-
tor, achief mechanical inspector, a chief plumbing inspector and other vice equipment of the decision to disconnect prior to taking such action,
related technical officers and inspectors and other employees as shall be and shall notify such serving utility, owner and occupant of the building,
authorized from time to time. structure or building service equipment, in writing, of such disconnection
(c) Right of Entry. Whenever necessary to make an inspection to enforce hnmediately thereafter.
any of the provisions of this code and the technical codes, or whenever the< _ (g) Authority to Condemn Building Service Equipment. Whenever the
building official ascertains that any building service equipment regulated
building official or his authorized representative has reasonable cause to in the technical codes has become hazardous to life, health, property, or
believe that there exists in any building or upon any premises any condi- becomes insanitary, he shall order in writing that such equipment either be
lion or code violation which makes such building or premises unsafe, removed or restored to a safe or sanitary condition, whichever is ap-
dangerous or hazardous, the building official or his authorized represen- propriate. The written notice itself shall fix a time limit for compliance
tative may enter such building or premises at all reasonable times to in-
spect the same or to perform any duty imposed upon the building official with such order. No person shall use or maintain defective building service
by such codes; provided that if such building or premises be occupied, he equipment after receiving such notice.
shall first present proper credentials and demand entry; and if such When such equipment or installation is to be disconnected, a written
building or premises be unoccupied, he shall first make a reasonable effort notice of such disconnection and causes therefor shall be given within 24
to locate the owner or other persons having charge or control of the hours to the serving utility, the owner and occupant of such building,
building or premises and demand entry. Should entry be refused, the structure or premises.
building official or his authorized representative shall have recourse to When any building service equipment is maintained in violation of the
every remedy provided bylaw to secure entry. technical codes and in violation of any notice issued pursuant [o the provi-
When the building official or his authorized representative shall have sions of this section, the building official shall institute any appropriate
first obtained a proper inspection warrant or other remedy provided by action to prevent, restrain, correct or abate the violation.
law to secure entry, no owner or occupant or any other persons having (h) Connection after Order to Disconnect. No person shall make con-
charge, care or control of any building or premises shall fail or neglect, nections from any energy, fuel or power supply nor supply energy or fuel
after proper demand is made as herein provided, to promptly permit entry to any building service equipment which has been disconnected or ordered
therein by the building official or his authorized representative for the pur- to be disconnected by the building official or the use of which has been
pose of inspection and examination pursuant to this code. ordered to be discontinued by the building official until the building of-
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(i) Liability. The building official, or his authorized representative Sec. 204. In order to determine the suitability of alternate materials and
charged with the enforcement of this code and the technical codes, acting methods of construction and to provide for reasonable interpretations of
in good faith and without malice in the discharge of his duties, shall not the technical codes, there shall be and is hereby created a Board of Appeals
thereby render himself personally liable for any damage that may accrue consisting of members who are qualified by eicperience and training to
to persons or property as a result of any act or by reason of any act or pass upon matters pertaining to building construction and building service
omission in the discharge of his duties. Any suit brought against the build- equipment. The building official shall be an ex officio member and shall
ing official or employee because of such act or omission performed by him act as secretary of the board. The Board of Appeals shall be appointed by
in the enforcement of any provision of such codes shall be defended by the governing body and shall hold office at its pleasure. The board shall
legal council provided by this jurisdiction-until final termination of such adopt reasonable rules and regulations for conducting its investigations
proceedings. and shall render all decisions and findings in writing to the building of-
Such codes shall not be construed to relieve from or lessen the responsi- ficial with a duplicate copy to the appellant.
~ bility of any person owning, operating or controlling any building, struc-
ture or building service equipment therein for any damages to persons or Violations
property caused by defects, nor shall the code enforcement agency or its par- Sec. 205. It shall be unlawful for any person, Firm or corporation to
ent jurisdiction be held as assuming any such liability by reason of the in- erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert or
spections authorized by such codes or approvals issued under such codes. demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building, structure or
building service equipment or cause or permit the same to be done in
(j) Cooperation of Other ,Officials and Officers. The building official violation of this code and the technical codes.
may request, and shall receive so far as is required in the discharge of his du-
ties, the assistance and cooperation of other officials of this jurisdiction.
Unsafe Buildings, Structures or Building Service Equipment
Sec. 203. All buildings or structures regulated by this code and the tech-
rucal codes which are structurally inadequate or have inadequate egress, or
which constitute a fire hazard, or are otherwise dangerous to human life
and are for the purpose of this section unsafe.
Building service equipment regulated by such codes, which constitutes a
fire, electrical or health hazard, or insanitary condition, or is otherwise
dangerous to human life is, for the purpose of this section, unsafe. Any
use of buildings, structures or building service equipment constituting a
hazard to safety, health or public welfare by reason of inadequate
maintenance, dilapidation, obsolescence, fire hazard, disaster, damage or
abandonment is, for the purpose of this section, an unsafe use.
Parapet walls, cornices, spires, towers, tanks, statuary and other ap-
pendages or structural members which are supported by, attached to, or a
part of a building and which are in deteriorated condition or otherwise
unable to sustain the design loads which are specified in the Building Code
are hereby designated as unsafe building appendages.
All such unsafe buildings, structures orappendages and building service
equipment are hereby declared to be public nuisances and shall be abated
by repair, rehabilitation, demolition or removal in accordance with the
procedures set forth in the Dangerous Buildings Code or such alternate
adopted by this jurisdiction. As an alternative, the building official or
other employee or official of this jurisdiction as designated by the govern-
ing body may institute any other appropriate action to prevent, res[rait%'`
correct or abate the violation.
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PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS following:
A. The stopping of leaks in drains, soil, waste or vent pipe, provided;
Permits however, that should any concealed trap, drainpipe, soil, waste or
Sec. 301. (a) Permits Required. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm vent pipe become defective and it becomes necessary to remove and
or corporation to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, replace the same with new material, the same shall be considered as
remove, convert or demolish any building or structure or make any in- new work and a permit shall be procured and inspection made as
stallation, alteration, repair, replacement, or remodel, any building ser- provided in this code.
vice equipment regulated by this code and the technical codes, except as B. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or
specified in Subsection (b) of this section, or cause the same to be done fixtures, nor for [he removal and reinstallation of water closets,
without first obtaining a separate, appropriate permit for each building, provided such repairs do not involve or require the replacement or
structure or building service equipment from the building official, rearrangement of valves, pipes or fixtures.
(b) Exempted Work. A permit shall not be required for the types of 3. Electrical permits. An electrical permit will not be requited for the
work in each of the separate classes of permit as listed below. Exemption following:
from the permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant A. Portable motors or other portable appliances energized by means of
authorization for any work to be done in violation of the provisions of the a cord or cable having an attachment plug end to be connected to an
technical codes or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. ~ approved receptacle when that cord or cable is permitted by the
1. Building permits. A building permit will not be required for the Electrical Code.
following: B. Repair or replacement of fixed motors, transformers or fixed
A. One-story detached accessory buildings used as tool and storage approved appliances of the same type and rating in the same loca-
sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the projected roof area lion. '
does not exceed 120 square feet. C. Temporary decorative lighting.
B. Fences not over 6 feet high. D. Repair or replacement of current-carrying parts of any switch,
C. Oil derricks. contactor or control device.
D. Movable cases, counters and partitions not over 5 feet high. E. Reinstallation of attachment plug receptacles, but not the outlets
E. Retaining walls which are not over 4 fee[ in height measured from therefor.
the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a F. Repair or replacement of any overcurrent device of the required
surcharge or impounding flammable liquids. capacity in the same location.
F. Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity does not G. Repair or replacement of electrodes or transformers of the same size
exceed 5000 gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width does and capacity for signs or gas tube systems.
not exceed two to one. H. Taping joints.
G. Platforms, walks and driveways not more than 30 inches above I. Removal of electrical wiring.
grade and not over any basement or story below.
H. Paintin J. Temporary wiring for experimental purposes in suitable experi-
g, papering and similar finish work. mental labratories.
1. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and K. The wiring for temporary theater, motion picture or television stage
scenery.
sets.
J. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall of Group R, L. Electrical wiring, devices, appliances, apparatus or equipment
Division 3, and Group M Occupancies when projecting not more ~ operating at less than 25 volts and not capable of supplying more
than 54 inches. than 50 watts of energy.
K. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a Group R, Division 3 M. Low-energy power, control and signal circuits of Classes II and lt(
Occupancy in which the pool walls are entirely above the adjacent as defined in the Electrical Code.
grade and if the capacity does not exceed 5000 gallons. N. A permit shall not be required for the installation, alteration or
Unless otherwise exempted by this code, separate plumbing, electrical repair of electrical wiring, apparatus or equipment or the genera-
and mechanical permits will be required for the above exempted items.
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the operation of signals or the transmission of intelligence by apub- ~ calculations, etc., if he finds that the nature of the work applied For is such
tic or private utility in the exercise of its function as a serving utility. that reviewing of plans is not necessary to obtain compliance with this code.
4. Mechanical permits. A mechanical permit will not be required for the (c) Information on Plans and Specifications. Plans and specifications
following: 3 shall be drawn to scale upon substantial paper or cloth and shall be of suf-
ficient clarity to indicate the location, nature and extent of the work pro-
A. Any portable heating appliance. posed and show in detail that it will conforrn to the provisions of the
B. Any portable ventilating equipment. ~ technical codes and all relevant laws, ordinances, rules and regulations.
C. Any portable cooling unit.
D. Any portable evaporative cooler. Permits Issuance
E. Any closed system of steam, hot or chilled water piping within any Sec. 303. (a) Issuance. The application, plans and specifications, and
heating or cooling equipment regulated by the Mechanical Code. other data, filed by an applicant for permit shall be reviewed by the
F. Replacement of any component part of assembly of an appliance building official. Such plans may be reviewed by other departments of this
which does not alter its original approval and complies with other jurisdiction to verify compliance with any applicable laws under their ju-
applicablerequirements of'thetechnical codes. risdiction. If the building official finds that the work described in an ap-
G.. Any refrigerating equipment which is part of the equipment for plication for a permit and the plans, specifications and other data filed
which a permit has been issued pursuant to the requirements of the therewith conform to the reyuirements of this code and the technical codes
technical codes. and other pertinent laws and ordinances, and that the fees specified in Sec-
H. Any unit refrigerating system as defined in the Mechanical Code. lion 304 have been paid, he shall issue a permit therefor to the applicant.
When the building official issues the permit where plans are required, he
shall endorse in writing or stamp the plans and specifications
Application for Permit "APP.ROVED." Such approved plans and specifications shall not be
Sec. 302. (a) Application. To obtain a permit, the applicant shall first changed, modified or altered without authorizations from the building of-
file an application therefor in writing on a form furnished by the code en- ficial, and all work shall be done in accordance with the approved plans.
forcement agency for that purpose. Every such application shall: The building official may issue a permit for the construction of part of a
1. Identify and describe the work to be covered by the permit for which building, structure or building service equipment before the entire plans
application is made. and specifications for the whole building, structure or building service
2. Describe the land on which the proposed work is to be done by legal equipment have been submitted or approved, provided adequate informa-
description, street address or similar description that will readily identify lion and detailed statements have been filed complying wjth all pertinent
and definitely locate the proposed building or work. requirements of the technical codes. The holder of such permit shall pro-
3. Indicate the use or occupancy for which the proposed work is in- teed at his own risk without assurance that the permit for the entire
tended. building, structure or building service will be granted.
4. Be accompanied by plans, diagrams, computations and specifications (b) Retention of Plans. Otre set of approved plans and specifications
and other data as required in Subsection (b) of this section. shall be returned to the applicant and shall be kept on the site of the
5. State the valuation of any new building or structure or any addition, building or work at all times during which the work authorized thereby is
remodeling or alteration to an existing 6uildtng. in progress. One set of approved plans, specifications and computations
6. Be signed by permittee, or his authorized agent, who may be required shall be retained by the building official until final approval of the work.
to submit evidence to indicate such authority. (c) Validity of Permit. The issuance of a permit or approval of plans and
7. Give such other data and information as may be required by the specifications shall not be construed to be a permit for, or an approval of,
building official ~ any violation of any of [he provisions of this code or the tehcnical codes,
(b) Plans and Specifications. Plans, engineering calculations, diagrams or of any other ordinance of the jurisdiction. No permit presuming to give
and other data shall be submitted in one or more sets with each application t authority to violate or cancel the provisions of these codes shall be valid.
for a permit. The building official may require plans, corputations and t The issuance of a permit based upon plans, specifications and other data
specifications to be prepared and designed by an engineer or architect shalt not prevent the building official from thereafter requiring the correc-
licensed by the state to practice as such, lion of errors in said plans, specifications and other data, or from prevent-
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iag huilding aper ~kteretrt3der wherrirr violatierrnf
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plan review fee~r electrical, mechanical and plumbing work shall
these codes or of any other ordinances of this jurisdiction. be equal to 25 percent of ttre total permit fee as set forth in Tables Nos.
(d) Expiration. Every permit issued by the building official under the 3-B, 3-C and 3-D.
provisions of the technical codes shall expire by limitation and become The plan review fee for grading work shall be as set forth in "fable No.
null and void, if the building or work authorized by such permit is not 3-F.
commenced within 180 days from the date of such permit, or if the Where a technical code has been adopted by this jurisdiction for which
building or work authorized by such permit is suspended or abandoned at no fee schedule is shown in this code, the fee required shalt be in ac-
any time after the work is commenced for a period of 180 days. Before c:ordance with the schedule established by the legislative body.
such work can be recommenced, a new permit shall be first obtained so to Where plans are incomplete or changed so as to require additonal plan
do, and the fee therefor shall be one-half the amount required for a new review, an additional plan review fee shall be charged at the rate shown in
permit for such work, provided no changes have been made or will be Tables Nos. 3-A through 3-F.
made in the original plans and specifications for such work; and provided (c) Expiration of Plan Keview. Applications for which no permit is
further that such suspension or abandonment has not exceeded one year. issued within 180 days following the date of application shall expire by
Any permittee holding an unexpired permit may apply for an extension limitation, and plans and other data submitted for review may [hereafter ,
of the time within which he may commence work under that permit when be returned to the applicant or destroyed by the building official. The
he is unable to commence work within the time required by this section for building official may extend the time for action by the applicant for a
good and satisfactory reasons. The building official may extend the time
period not exceeding 180 days upon request by the applicant showing that
for action by the permittee for a period not exceeding 180 days upon writ- circumstances beyond the control of the applicant have prevented action
ten request by the permittee showing that circumstances beyond the con- from being taken. No application shall be extended more than once. In
trot of the permittee have prevented action from being taken. No permit order to renew action on an application after expiration, the applicant
shall be extended more than once. In order to renew action on a permit shall resubmit plans and pay a new plan review fee.
after expiration, the permittee shall pay a new full permit fee.
(d) Investigation Fees: Work Without a Permit. 1. Investigation.
(e) Suspension or Revocation. The building official may, in writing, Whenever any work for which a permit is required by this code has been
suspend or revoke a permit issued under the provisions of this code and the commenced without first obtaining said perrnic, a special investigation
technical codes whenever the permit is issued in error or on the basis of shall be made before a permit may be issued for such work.
incorrect information supplied, or in violation of any ordinance or 2. Fee. An investigation fee, in addition to the permit fee, shall be col- ~
regulation or any of the provisions of these codes. lected whether or not a permit is then or subsequently issued. The in-
Fees vestigation fee shall be equal to the amount of the permit fee required by r,
Sec. 304. (a) Permit Fees. The fee for each permit shall be as set forth in this code. The minimum investigation fee shall be the same as the
Tables Nos. 3-A through 3-E. Where a technical code has been adopted by minimum fee set forth in Tables Nos. 3-A through 3-F. The payment of
the jurisdiction for which no fee schedule is shown in this code, the fee re- such investigation fee shall not exempt any person from compliance with
quired shall be in accordance with the schedule established by the all other provisions of either this code or the technical codes nor from any
legislative body. penalty prescribed bylaw.
The determination of value or valuation under any of the provisions ef~ ~ (e) Fee Refunds. 1. The building official may authorize the refunding of
these codes shall be made by the building official. The value to be used in any f'ee paid hereunder which was erroneously paid or collected.
computing the building permit and building plan review fees shall be the 2. The building official may authorize the refunding of not more than 80
total value of all construction work for which the permit is issued as well percent of the permit fee paid when no work has been done under a permit
as all finish work, painting, roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating, air-con- issued in accordance with this code.
ditioning, elevators, fire-extinguishing systems and any other permanent 3. The building official may authorize the refunding of not more than 80
equipment. percent of the plan review fee paid when an application for a permit for
(b) Plan Review Fees. When a plan or other data are required to be sub- which a plan review fee has been paid is withdrawn or canceled before any
milted by Subsection (c) of Section 302, a plan review fee shall be paid at plan reviewing is done.
the time of submitting plans and specifications for review. Said plan - The building official shall not authorize the refunding of any fee paid
review fee for buildings or structures shall be 65 percent of the building except upon written application filed by the original permittee not later
permit fee as shown in Table No. 3-A. than 180 days after the date of fee payment.
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Inspections job.
Sec. 305. (a) General. All construction or work for which a permit is 2. CONCRETE SLAB OR UNDER-FLOOR INSPECTION: To be
required shall be subject to inspection by the building official, and certain made after all in-slab or under-floor building service equipment, conduit,
types of construction shall have continuous inspection by special inspec- piping accessories and other ancillary equipment items are in place but
tors as specified in Section 306, before any concrete is poured or floor sheathing installed, including the
A survey of the lot may be required by the building official to verif~t subfloor.
• compliance of the structure with approved plans. It shall be the duty of the 3. FRAME INSPECTION: To be made after the roof, all framing, fire
permit applicant to cause the work to be accessible and exposed for in- blocking and bracing are in place and all pipes, chimneys and vents are
spection purposes. Neither the building official nor this jurisdiction shall complete and the rough electrical, plumbing, and heating wires, pipes, and
be liable for expense entailed in the removal or replacement of any ducts are approved.
material required to allow inspection. 4. LATH AND/OR WALLBOARD INSPECTION: To be made after
(b) Inspection Requests. It shall be the duty of the person doing the all lathing and wallboard, interior and exterior, is in place but before any
work authorized by a permit to notify the building official that such work plastering is applied or before wallboard joints and fasteners are taped and
is ready for inspection. The building official may require that every re- finished.
quest for inspection be filed at least one working day before such inspec- 5. FINAL INSPECTION: To be made after finish grading and the
lion is desired. Such request may be in writing or by telephone at the op- building is completed and ready for occupancy.
tion of the building official. (f) Required Building Service Equipment Inspections. 1. General. All
It shall be the duty of the person requesting any inspections required building service equipment far which a permit is required by this code shall
either by this code or the technical codes to provide access to and means be inspected by the building official. No portion of any building service
for proper inspection of such work. equipment intended to be concealed b an errnanent
(c) Inspection Record Card. Work requiring a building permit shall not buildin shall be concealed until ins a led and a p°rtion of the
g p pproved. When the ro-
be commenced until the permit holder or his agent shall have posted an stallation of any building service equipment is complete, an additional and
inspection record card in a conspicuous place on the premises and in such final inspection shall be made. Building service equipment regulated by the
position as to allow the building official conveniently to make the required technical codes shall not be connected to the water, fuel or power supply
entries thereon regarding inspection of the work. This card shall be main- or sewer system until authorized by the building official.
tamed in such position by the permit holder. until final approval has been 2. Operation of Building Service Equipment. The requirements of this
issued by the building official. section shall not be considered to prohibit the operation of any building
(d) Approval Required. No work shall be done on any part of the service equipment installed to replace existing building service equipment
building or structure beyond the point indicated in each successive inspec- serving an occupied portion of the building in the event a request for in-
[io? without first obtaining the approval of the building official. Such ap- spection of such building service equipment has been filed with the
proval shall be given only after an inspection shall have been made of each building official not more than 48 hours after such replacement work is
successive step in the construction as indicated by each of the inspections completed, and before any portion of such building service equipment is
required in Subsection (e). concealed by any permanent portion of the building.
There shall be a final inspection and approval on all buildings and build- (g) Other Inspections. In addition to the called inspections specified
ing service equipment when completed and ready for occupancy or use. above, the building official may make or require other inspections of any
(e) Required Building Inspections: Reinforcing steel or structural construction work to ascertain compliance with the provisions of this code
framework of any part of any building or structure shall not be covered or or technical codes and other laws which are .enforced by the code en-
concealed without first obtaining the approval of the building official. forcement agency.
The building official, upon notification from the permit holder or his (h) Iteinspections. Areinspection fee may be assessed for each inspec-
agent, shall make the following inspections and shall either approve that lion or reinspection when such portion of work for which inspection is
portion of the construction as completed or shall notify the permit holder called is not complete or when corrections called for are not made.
or his agent wherein the same fails to comply with this code: This subsection is not to be interpreted as requiring reinspection fees the
1. FOUNDATION INSPECTION: To be made after trenches are ex- first time a job is rejected for failure to comply with the requirements of
cavated and forms erected and when all materials for the foundation are the technical codes, but as controlling the practice of calling for inspec-
delivered on the job. Where concrete from a central mixing plant (com-
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305-306 UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
• co e. or per,o ,e uts~iecium, the tnspeaor shall check quahficauuns of
[ions before the fob is ready for such inspectton or remspecuon' welders at star of work and then make final inspection of all welds for com-
Reinspection fees may be assessed when the permit card is not properly pliancy prior to completion of welding.
posted on the work site, the approved plans are not readily available to the 5. HIGH-STRENG'T'H BOLTING: During all bolt installations and
inspector, for failure to provide access on the date for which inspection is tightening operations.
requested, or for deviating from plans requiring the approval of the EXCEI'7IONS: I. The special inspector nerd not be present during the en-
buildingofficial.
[ire installation and tightening operation, provided he has:
To obtain a reinspection, the applicant shall file an application therefor (i) Inspected the surfaces and bolt type fur wnformance to plans and speci-
in writing upon a form furnished for that purpose, and pay the reinspec- fications prior to Stan of bolting.
lion fee in accordance with Tables Nos. 3-A through 3-E. (ii) And will, upon completion of all bolting, verify the minimum specified
In instances where reinspection fees have been assessed, no additional bolt tension for ]0 percent of the bolts For each "type" of connection, Cora
inspection of the work will be performed until the required fees have been representative number ui total connections established by the plans and
paid. specifications.
Special Inspections 2. In bearing-type connections when (breads are not reyuired by design to
be excluded from the shear plane, inspection prior (v or during installation
Sec. 306. (a) General. In addition to the inspections to be made as
specified in Section 305, the owner shall employ a special inspector during will not be reyuired.
construction on the following types of work: 6. STRUCTURAL MASONRY: During preparation of masonry wall
1. CONCRETE: During the taking of test specimens and placing of all prisms, sampling and placing of all masonry units, placement of reinforce-
reinforced concrete and pneumatically placed concrete. men[, inspection of grout space, immediately prior to closing of cleanouts,
and during all grouting operations. Where the f',,, is less than 2600 psi and
EXCEPTIONS: I. Concrete for foundations conforming to the minimum special inspection stresses are used, test specimens may consist of either
requirements of Table No. 29-A of [he Building Code and for Group R, one prism test for each 5000 square feet of wall area or a series of tests
Division 3 and Group M, Division 1 Occupancies, provided the building of- based on both grout and mortar for the first three consecutive days and
ficial finds no special hazards exist.
2. For foundation concrete when the structural design is based on a f'~ no each third day thereafter.
greater than 2000 psi. EXCEPTION: Special inspection will not be required fur structures
3. Nonstructural slabs on grade, including prestressed slabs on grade when designed in accordance with the values in appropriate tables for non-
effective prestress in concrete is less than 150 pounds per square inch. continuous inspection.
4. Site work concrete fully supported on earth and concrete where no 7. REINFORCEll GYPSUM CONCRETE: When cast-in-place Class B
special hazard exists. gypsum concrete is being mixed and placed.
2. DUCTILE MOMENT-RESISTING CONCRETE FRAME: As re- 8. INSULATING CONCRETE FILL: During the application of in-
quired by Section 2626 (h) of the Building Code. sulating concrete fill when used as part of a structural system.
3. REINFORCING STEEL AND PRESTRESSING STEEL: A. During EXCI?PTION: The special inspections ntay be limited to an initial inspec-
all stressing and grouting of prestressed concrete. [ion to check the deck surface and placement of reinforcing. The special in-
B. During placing of reinforcing steel, placing of tendons and prestress- Spector shall supervise the preparation of compression test specimens during
ing steel for all concrete required to have special inspection by Item No. 1. this initial inspection.
EXCEPTION: The special inspector need not be present during entire rein- 9. SYRAYF.D-ON FIREPROOFING: As required by U.B.C. Standard
forcing steel and prestressing steel placing operations, provided he has in- No. 43-9.
spected for conformance with the approved plans, prior to the closing of 10. PILING, DRILLED PIERS AND CAISSONS: During driving and
forms or the delivery of concrete to the jobsite. testing of piles and construction of cast-in-place drilled piles or caissons.
4. WELDING: A. Ductile moment-resisting steel frames. As required See Items Nos. 1 and 3 for concrete and reinforcing steel inspection.
by Section 2722 (h) of the Building Code. l t . SPECIAL GRAllING, EXCAVATION ANU FILLING: During
B. All structural welding including welding of reinforcing steel. earthwork excavations, grading and filling operations inspection to satisfy
EXCEPTIONS: 1. When welding is done in an approved fabricator's shop. requirements of Chapter 29 and Chapter 70 (Appendix) of the Building
2. When approved by the building official, single pass fillet welds when Code.
stressed to less than 50 percent of allowable stresses and floor and roof deck 12. SPECIAL CASES: Work which, in the opinion of [he building of-
welding and welded studs when used for structural diaphragm or composite
systems may have periodic inspections as defined in Section 306 (e) of this ficial, involves unusual hazards.
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(b) Special Inspector. The special inspector shall be a qualified person agency to notify the approving authority in writing of any change to the
who shall demonstrate his competence, to the satisfaction of the building procedural manual. Any fabricator approval may be revoked for just
official, for inspection of the particular type of construction or operation cause. Reapproval of the fabricator shall be contingent on compliance
requiring special inspection. with quality control procedures during the past year.
(c) Duties and Responsibilities of the Special Inspector. 1. The special Connection Approval
inspector shall observe the work assigned to be certain it conforms to the
Sec. 307. (a) Energy Connections. No person shall make connections
design drawings and specifications. from a source of energy, fuel or power to any building service equipment
2. The special inspector shall furnish inspection reports to the building which is regulated by the technical codes and for which a permit is required
official, the engineer or architect of record, and other designated persons. by this code, until approved by the building official.
All discrepancies shall be brought to the immediate attention of the con- (b) Temporary Connections. The building official may authorize the
tractor for correction, then, if uncorrected, to the proper design authority
temporary connection of the building service equipment to the source of
and to the building official. energy, fuel or power for the purpose of testing building service equip-
3. The special inspector shall submit a final signed report stating
whether the work requiring special inspection was, to the best of his ment, or for use under a temporary Certificate of Occupancy.
knowledge, in conformance with the approved plans and specifications Certificate of Occupancy
and the applicable workmanship provision of these codes. Sec. 308. (a) Use or Occupancy. No building or structure of Groups A,
(d) Waiver of Special Inspection. The building official may waive the E, I, H, B or R, Division I Occupancy shall be used or occupied, and no
requirement for the employment of a special inspector if he finds that the change in the existing occupancy classification of a building or structure or
construction is of minor nature. portion thereof shall be made until the building official has issued a Cer-
(e) Periodic Special Inspection. Some inspections may be made on a tificate of Occupancy therefor as provided herein.
periodic basis and satisfy the requirements of continuous inspection, pro- (b) Change in Use. Changes in the character or use of a building shall
vided this periodic scheduled inspection is performed as outlined in the not be made except as specified in the Building Code.
project plans and specifications and approved by the building official. (c) Certificate Issued. After final inspection when it is found that the
(f) Approved Fabricators. Special inspections required by this section~_ building or structure complies with the provisions of the technical codes,
and elsewhere in this code or the technical codes shall not be required the building official shall issue a Certificate of Occupancy which shall con-
where the work is done on the premises of a fabricator registered and ap- lain the following:
proved by the building official to perform such work without special in- 1. The building permit number.
spection. The certificate of registration shall be subject to revocation by 2. The address of the building.
the building official if it is found that any work done pursuant to the ap- 3. The name and address of the owner.
proval is in violation of the technical codes. The approved fabricator shall
submit a Certificate of Compliance that the work was performed in ac- 4. A description of that portion of the building for which the
cordance with the approved plans and specifications to the building of- certificate is issued.
facial and to the engineer or architect of record. The approved fabricator's 5. A statement that the described portion of the building complies with
qualifications shall be contingent on compliance with the following: the requirements of this code and the technical codes for the group
1. The fabricator has developed and submitted a detailed fabrication and division of occupancy and the use for which the proposed oc-
procedural manual reflecting key quality control procedures which will cupancy is classified.
provide a basis for inspection control of workmanship and the fabricator ti. The name of the building official.
plant. (d) Temporary Certificate. If the building official finds that no substan-
2. Verification of the fabricator's quality control capabilities, plant and tial hazard will result from occupancy of any building or portion thereof
personnel as outlined in the fabrication procedural manual shall be by an before the same is completed, he may issue a temporary Certificate of Oc-
approvedinspection or quality control agency. cupancy for the use of a portion or portions of a building or structure
3. Periodic plant inspections shall be conducted by an approved inspec- prior to the completion of the entire building or structure.
lion or quality control agency to monitor the effectiveness of the quality (e) Posting. The Certificate of Occupancy shall be posted in a con-
control program. spicuous place on the premises and shall not be removed except by the
4. It shall be the responsibility of the inspection or quality control building official. '
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TABLE N0. 3-A-BUILDING PERMIT FEES nut including the area of garages, carports and
other minor accessory buildings constructed at the
TOTAL VALUATION FEE same time, per square foot .025
$1.00 to $500.00 $10.00 For other types of residential occupancies and altera-
tions, additions and modifications to existing resi-
$SOl.00to$2,000.00 $10.00 for the first $500.00 plus $1.50 for each dential buildings, use the UNIT FEE SCHEDULE.
additional $(00.00 or fraction thereof, to and in-
cluding $2,000.00 Private Swimming Pools
$2,001.00 [o $25,000.00 $32.50 for the first $2,000.00 plus $6.00 for each For new private, residential, in-ground, swimming
additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof, to and in- pools for single-family multifamily occupancies
cluding$25,000.00 including a complete system of necessary branch
$25,001.00 to $50,000.00 $170.50 for the first $25,000.00 plus $4.50 for each circuit wiring, bonding, grounding, underwater
additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof, to and in- lighting, water pumping and other similar electrical
eluding $50,000.00 equipment directly related to the operation of a
$50,001.00 to $100,000.00 $283.00 for the first $50,000.00 plus $3.00 for each swimming pool, each , , , 20,p0
additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof, to and in- For other types ol'swimming pools, therapeutic
eluding $]00,000.00 whirlpools, spas, and alterations to existing
$100,001.00 and up $433.00 for the first $1(10,000.00 plus $2.50 for each swimming pools, use UNI"f FEE SCHEDULE.
additional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof Carnivals and Circuses
Carnivals, circuses, or other traveling shows or
Other Inspections and Fees:
exhibitions utilizing transportable-type rides,
1. Inspections outside of normal business hours $15.00 per hour booths, displays and attractions.
(minimum charge-two hours) For electric generators and electrically driven
2. Reinspection fee assessed under provisions of rides, each . 10.00
Section 305 (h) $15.00 each For mechanically driven rides and walk-through
3. Inspections for which no fee is specifically attractions or displays having electric
indicated $15.00 per hour lighting, each 3.00
(minimum charge-one-half hour) For a systern of area and booth lighting, each 3.W
4. Additional plan review required by changes, additions For permanently installed rides, booths, displays and
or revisions to approved plans $15.00 per hour attractions, use UNIT FEE SCHEDULE.
(minimum charge-one-half hour)
Temporary Power Service
For a temporary service power pole ur pedestal
including all pole or pedestal-mounted receptacle
outlets and appur(enances, each 10.00
TABLE NO.3•B-ELECTRICAL PERMIT FEES For a temporary distribution system and temporary
lighting and receptacle outlets for construction sites,
Permit Issuance
Forissuin each ermit $10.00 decorative light, Christmas tree sales tuts, firework
g P stands, etc., each 5.00
For issuing each supplemental permit 3.00
System Fee Schedule
(Note: Thefo!lowing do not include permit issuing fee.) UNIT FEE SCHEDULE
New Residential Buildings (Nose: The following do nat include permit issuing jee.)
The following fees shall include all wiring and Receptacle, Switch and Lighting Outlets
electrical equipment in or on each building, or other For receptacle, switch, lighting or other outlets at
electrical equipment on the same premises which current is used or controlled, except services,
constructed at the same time. feeders and meters.
For new multifamily residential buildings (apartments First 20, each .50
and condominiums) having three or more living Additional outlets, each
.30
units not including the area of garages, carports Note: For multioutlet assemblies, each 5 feet or
and other noncommercial automobile storage areas
constructed at the same time, per square foot .02 fraction thereof may be considered as one outlet.
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TABLE N0.3•B-ELECTRICAL PERMIT FEES (Continued)
Z. TTiese ('ecs iiicTude afI switches, circuit breakers,
Lighting Fixtures contactors, thermostats, relays and other directly
For lighting fixtures, sockets or other lamp-holding related control equipment.
devices
First 20, each .50 l3usways
Additional fixtures, each .30 Fur trulley and plug-in-type busways, each 1W feet or
For pole or platform-mounted lighting fraction thcreuL 3.00
fixtures, each •50 Notr. An additional fee will be required for lighting
For [heatrical-type lighting fixtures or lixtures, motors and other appliances that are
assemblies, each .50 connected to trulley and plug-in-type busways. No
fee is required lur por[able tools.
Residential Appliances
~ For fixed residential appliances or receptacle outlets Signs, Outline Lighting and !vlaryuees
- for same, including wall-mounted electric ovens; For signs, outline lighting sys[ems or marquees
counter-mounted cooking tops; electric ranges, supplied from tine branch circuit, eaeh 10.00
self-contained room, console, or through-wall air For additional branch circuits within the same sign,
conditioners; space heaters; food waste grinders; outline lighting system or marquee, each • • . , 2.00
dishwashers; washing machines; water heaters;
clothes dryers; or other motor-operated appliances Sl'rVll'l'S
not exceeding one horsepower (HP) in rating, hor services of 6(xl volts ur less and nut uver 200
each • • 2.00 amperes in rating, each.................................. 12.50
Note: For other types of air conditioners and other For services of 600 volts ur less and uver 200 amperes
motor-driven appliances having larger electrical
to l(~0 amperes in rating, each 25.00
ratings, see Power Apparatus. For services over 600 volts ur over 1000 aniperu in
Nonresidential Appliances rating, each 50.00 '
For residential appliances and self-contained factory- Miscellaneous A p
pparatus, Conduits and Conductors
wired, nonresidential appliances not exceeding one For electrical a ~ aratus, conduits and conductors for
horsepower (HP), kilowatt (KW), or kilovolt which a permit is required but for which no fee is
ampere (KVA), in rating including medical and herein set forth 7.50
dental devices; food, beverage, and ice cream Note: This fee is not applicable when a fee is paid
cabinets; illuminated show cases; drinking for one or more services, outlets, tixtures,
fountains; vending machines; laundry machines; or
other similar types of equipment, each 2.00 appliances, power apparatus, busways, signs or
Note: For other types of air conditioners and other other equipment.
motor-driven appliances having larger electrical
ratings, see Power Apparatus.
Other Inspections and Fees:
Power Apparatus I. Inspections outside of normal business hours $15,00 per hour
For motors, generators, transformers, rectifiers,
synchronous coverters, capacitors, industrial (minimum charge-Iwo hours)
healing, air conditioners and heat pumps, cooking 2. Reinspection fee assessed under provisions of
or baking equipment and other apparatus, as Section 305 (h) $15.00 each
follows: 3. lnspections for whid~ no fee is specifically
Rating in horsepower (HP), kilowatts (KW), indicated $15.00 per hour `
kilovolt-amperes (KVA), or kilovolt-amperes- (minimum charge-one-half hour)
reactive (KVAR): 4. Additional plan review required by changes, additions
Up [o and including 1, each 2.00 or revisions to approved plans
Overland not over l0,each 5.00 ••••••••••••••••••••..•.$15.OOperhour
Over 10 and not over 50, each 10.00 (minimum charge-one-half hour)
Over 50 and not over 100, each 20.00
Over 100, each 30.00
Note:
1. For equipment or appliances having more than
one motor, transformer, heater, etc., the sum of the t
combined ratings may be used.
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TABLE-ND_3 - L PERMIT FEES _ _(hhrr Inspections and F'ces
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I. Inspections outside of normal business hours $IS.00 per hour ,
Permit Issuance (minimum charge-two hours)
1. For the issuance oC each permit $10.00 2. Reinspection fee assessed under provisions of
2. For issuing each supplemental permit 3.00 Section 30S (h) $IS.00 c;ach
Unit Fee Schedule 3. inspections Cor which uo fee is specifically
1. For the installation or relocation of each forced-air or gravity-type furnace rrrdreated ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • $ 15.00 per hour
(minimum charge-one-half hour)
or burner, including ducts and vents attached to such appliance, up to and 4. Additional plan review required by changes, additions or
including 100,000 B[u/h 6.00 revisions to a ~ roved tans
• 2. For the installation or relocation of each forced-air or gravity-type furnace I p p • • • • • • • • • • • ~ • • • • $IS.00 per hour
or burner, including ducts and vents attached to such appliance over (rnuiimum charge-one-half hour)
100,000 Btu/h 7.50
3. For the installation or relocation of each Floor furnace, including
vent 6.00
4. For the installation or relocation of each suspended heater, recessed wall TABLE N0. 3•D-PLUMBING PERMIT FEES
heater or floor-mounted unit heater 6.00
5. For the installation, relocation or replacement oC each appliance vent Permit issuance
installed and not included in an appliance permit 3~0._ I . For issuing each permit $10.00
6. For the repair of, alteration of, or addition to each heating appliance, 2. For issuing each supplemental permit 4.50
refrigeration unit, cooling unit, absorption unit, or each heating, cooling,
absorption, or evaporative cooling system, including installation of con- lJnil Fee Schedule (in addition l0 1 or 2 above)
trots regulated by this code 6.00 l . For each plumbing fixture or trap or set of fixtures un one trap
7. For the installation or relocation of each boiler or compressor to and (including water, drainage prping, and backtlow protection therefor)... 4.00
including three horsepower, or each absorption system to and including 2. For each building sewer and each trailer park sewer )0.00
100,000 Btu/h 6.00 3. Rainwaters stems- per drain inside buildin ~
Y 1 l~ b) 4.00
8. For the installation or relocation of each boiler or compressor over three ~ ~ • • ~ • • ~ •
4. For each cesspool (where permitted) 15.00
horsepower to and including 1 S horsepower, or each absorption system S. For each private sewage disposal system 30.00
over 100,000 Btu/h and including 500,000 Btu/h ................11.00 6. For each water heater and/or vent 5.00
9. For the installation or relocation of each boiler or compressor over IS
horsepower to and includin 30 horse ower, or each absor Lion s stem 7. For each as , in s stern of one to five outlets 5.00
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over 500,000 Btu/h to and including 1,000,000 Btu/h 15.00 8. For each gas piping system over five outlets, per outlet 1.00
I0. For the installation or relocation of each boiler or compressor over 30 9. 1=or each industrial waste pretreatment interceptor including its
horsepower to and including SO horsepower, or for each absorption system trap and vent, excepting kitchen-type grease interceptors
over 1,000,000 Btu/h to and including 1,750,000 Btu/h 22.50 functioning as fixture traps 8.00
11. For the installation or relocation of each boiler or refrigeration ~ ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' '
10. For installation, alteration, or repair of wafer piping
compressor over SO horsepower, or each absorption system over and/or water treating equipment, each 2.00 u
1,750,000 Btu/h 37.50
12. For each air-handling unit to and including 10,000 cubic feet per minute, l l . For repair or alteration of drainage or vent piping, each fixture 2A0
including ducts attached thereto 4.50 12. hoe each lawn sprinkler system on any one meter including
Note: This fee shall not apply to an air-handling unit which is a portion backtlow protection devices therefor 6.00 '
of afactory-assembled appliance, cooling unit, evaporative cooler or ab- 13. For atmospheric-type vacuum breakers not included in Item 2: "f
sorption unit for which a permit is required elsewhere in this code. 1 to S 5.00 3
13. For each air-handling unit over 10,000 cfm 7.50 over S, each I.00
l4. For each evaporative cooler other than portable type 4.50 14. For each backtlow protective device other than atmwspheric-type
1S. For each ventilation fan connected to a single duct 3.00 vacuum breakers:
16. For each ventilation system which is not a portion of any heating or 2 inches and smaller .
air-conditionin system authorized by a permit 4.50 ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ~ ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' S'~
g Over2inches............................................. 10.00
17. For the installation of each hood which is served by mechanical exhaust, IS. For each gas piping system of one to four outlets 2.00
including the ducts for such hood
. . . . . 4.5 16. Fur each gas piping system oC five or more outlets, per outlet 0.50 -
18. For the installation or relocation of each domestic-type incinerator 7.50
19. For the installation or relocation of each commercial or industrial-type (hher Inspections and Fees
incinerator .
............30.00 I . Inspections outside of normal business hours 15.00 per hour
20. For each appliance or piece of equipment regulated by this code but not (Minimum charge-two hums)
classed in other appliance categories, or for which no other fee is listed in 2. Reinspection fee assessed under provisions of Section 305 (h)...... IS.W each
this code 4.50
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3. [nspections for which no fee is specifically indicated 15.00 per hour
(Minimum charge-one-half hour)
4. Additional plan review required by changes, additions or revisions
[o approved plans 15.00 per hour p T
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33 Table No. 3-D. Delete Items Nos. 7 and 8 under "Unit
50 cubic yards or less $10.00 Fee Schedule." '
Slto 100 cubic yards (5.00
101 to 1000 cubic yards-$15.00 for the first 100 cubic yards plus $7.00 for each
additional 100 cubic yards or fraction thereof.
1001 l0 10,000 cubic yards-$78.00 for the first 1,000 cubic yards, plus $6.00 for
each additional 1,000 cubic yards or fraction thereof.
10,001 to 100,000 cubic yards-$132.00 for the first 10,000 cubic yards, plus
$27.W for each additional 10,000 cubic yards or fraction thereof.
]00,001 cubic yards or more-$375.00 for the First 100,000 cubic yards, plus
$15.00 for each additional 10,000 cubic yards or fraction thereof. '
Other Inspections and Fees:
I. Inspections outside of normal business hours $15.00 per hour
(minimum charge-two hours)
2. Reinspection fee assessed under provisions
of Section 305 (h) $15.00 each
3. Inspections for which no fee is specifically -
indicated $15.00 per hour
(minimum charge-one-half hour)
TABLE N0.~3•F-GRADING PLAN REVIEW FEES
50 cubic yards or less No Fee
Slto IOOcubic yards $10.00
lOlto 1000 cubic yards 15.00
1001 to 10,000 cubic yards
20.00
10,001 to 100,000 cubic yards-$20.00 for the first 10,000 cubic yards, plus
$10.00 for each additional 10,000 cubic yards or fraction thereof.
100,001 to 200,000 cubic yards-$110.00 for the first 100,000 cubic yards, plus
$6.00 for each additional 10,000 cubic yards or fraction thereof.
200,001 cubic yards or more-$170.00 for the first 200,000 cubic yards, plus
$3.00 for each additional 10,000 cubic yards or fraction thereof. ;
Other Inspections and Fees:
Additional plan review required by changes, additions or revisions to approved
plans ................................................$15.W per hour
(minimum charge-one-half hour)
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