HomeMy Public PortalAboutOrdinance 1118ORDINANCE NO. 1118
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE ADOPTION OF THE 2019 EDITION OF THE
CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, (CALIFORNIA CODE OF
REGULATIONS TITLE 24), PART 9, 2019 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE WITH
AMENDMENTS AND AMENDING CHAPTER 15.20 "FIRE CODE," OF THE
BEAUMONT MUNICIPAL CODE
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT,
RIVERSIDE COUNTY, STATE OF CALIFORNIA AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. CEQA. The City Council finds that the actions contemplated by this Ordinance are
exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to 15061(b)(3), CEQA
review is not required because there is no possibility that this Ordinance may have a significant
effect upon the environment and the proposed text amendments constitute a minor alteration in a
land use limitation under CEQA Guidelines Section 15305, and such a land use limitation is a
permissible exercise of the City's zoning powers.
SECTION 2. Severabilitv. The City Council hereby declares that if any provision, section,
paragraph, sentence, or word of this Ordinance is rendered or declared to be invalid or
unconstitutional by any final court action in a court of competent jurisdiction, or by reason of any
preemptive legislation, such invalidity shall not affect the other provisions, sections, paragraphs,
sentences, or words of this Ordinance, and to this end the provisions of this Ordinance are
severable. The City Council declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance irrespective of the
invalidity of any particular portion thereof and intends that the invalid portions should be severed,
and the balance of the Ordinance enforced.
SECTION 3. Prosecution of Prior Ordinances. Neither the adoption of this Ordinance nor the
repeal of any other ordinance of this City shall in any manner affect the prosecution of any
violation of any City ordinance or provision of the City of Beaumont Municipal Code, committed
prior to the effective date hereof, nor be construed as a waiver of any penalty or the penal
provisions applicable to any violation thereof.
SECTION 4. Findings. The City Council hereby finds that pursuant to California Health &
Safety Code Section 17958, 17958.5, 17958.7, and/or 18941.5 that the proposed amendments to
the 2019 edition of the California Building Standards Code, (California Code of Regulations, Title
24), Part 9, 2019 California Fire Code are (1) necessary because of local climatic, geological, or
topographical conditions, or (2) are of an administrative or procedural nature, and/or do not modify
building standards and are reasonably necessary to safeguard life and property within the City; and
findings are set forth on Exhibit A, which exhibit is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
SECTION 5. The City Council hereby amends Title 15.20, entitled "Fire Code" to the Beaumont
Municipal Code, to read as:
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Chapter 15.20
FIRE CODE
Sections:
15.20.010 Adoption of 2019 California Fire Code
15.20.020 Amendments to the 2019 California Fire Code
15.20.030 Violation —Penalty
15.20.010 Adoption of 2019 California Fire Code. Except as otherwise provided in this
Chapter, the California Fire Code, Title 24, California Code of Regulations, Part 9, including
Chapter 1, Division II - Scope and Administration, except that Section 103.2 and 109.3 are not
adopted, and Chapters 3, 25, and Sections 403.12, 503, 510.2, and 1103.2 are adopted, including
any and all amendments set forth in this chapter, and including any and all amendments thereto
that may hereafter be made and adopted by the State of California, is hereby adopted as the City
Fire Code.
15.20.020 Amendments to the 2019 California Fire Code. The 2019 California Fire
Code is amended in part as follows:
A. SCOPE AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Section 101.4 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the
following:
101.4 Severability. If any provision, clause, sentence or paragraph of this ordinance or the
application thereof to any person or circumstances shall be held invalid, such invalidity shall
not affect the other provisions of this ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid
provision or application, and to this end, the provisions of this ordinance are hereby declared
to be severable.
B. APPLICABILITY
1. Section 102.5 of the California Fire Code is amended as follows:
102.5 Application of residential code. Where structures are designed and constructed in
accordance with the California Residential Code, the provisions of this code shall apply as
follows:
1. Construction and design provisions of this code pertaining to the exterior of the structure
shall apply including, but not limited to, premises identification, fire apparatus access and
water supplies. Where interior or exterior systems or devices are installed, construction
permits required by Section 105.7 of this code shall apply.
2. Administrative, operational and maintenance provisions of this code shall apply.
3. Automatic fire sprinkler system requirements of this code shall apply to detached
accessory buildings 3,600 square feet or greater in accordance with Section 903.2. The
provisions contained in Section 903.2.18 of the California Fire Code or Section R309.6 of
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the California Residential Code may be used for the design of the automatic fire sprinkler
system for detached private garages.
C. DEPARTMENT OF FIRE PREVENTION
1. Sections 103.4 and 103.4.1 of the California Fire Code are deleted in their entirety and replaced
with the following:
103.4 Liability. Any liability against Riverside County or the City of Beaumont or any officer
or employee for damages resulting from the discharge of their duties shall be as provided by
law.
D. GENERAL AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITIES.
1 A new Section 104.1.1 is added to Section 104.1 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
104.1.1 Authority of the Fire Chief and Fire Department.
1. The Fire Chief is authorized and directed to enforce all applicable State fire laws and
provisions of this ordinance and to perform such duties as directed by the City Council.
2. The Fire Chief is authorized to administer, interpret and enforce this ordinance. Under the
Fire Chiefs direction, the Riverside County Fire Department is authorized to enforce
ordinances of the City of Beaumont pertaining to the following:
2.1. The prevention of fires.
2.2. The suppression or extinguishment of dangerous or hazardous fires.
2.3. The storage, use and handling of hazardous materials.
2.4. The installation and maintenance of automatic, manual and other private fire alarm
systems and fire extinguishing equipment.
2.5. The maintenance and regulation of fire escapes.
2.6. The maintenance of fire protection and the elimination of fire hazards on land, in
buildings, structures and other property, including those under construction.
2.7. The maintenance of means of egress.
2.8. The investigation of the cause, origin and circumstances of fire and unauthorized
releases of hazardous materials.
3. The following persons are hereby authorized to interpret and enforce the provisions of this
ordinance and to make arrests and issue citations as authorized by law:
3.1. The Unit Chief, Peace Officers and Public Officers of the California Department of
Forestry and Fire Protection.
3.2. The Fire Chief, Peace Officers and Public Officers of the Riverside County Fire
Department.
3.3. The Riverside County Sheriff and any deputy sheriff.
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3.4. The Police Chief and any police officer of any city served by the Riverside County
Fire Department.
3.5. Officers of the California Highway Patrol.
3.6. Code Officers of the City of Beaumont Code Enforcement Department.
3.7. Peace Officers of the California Department of Parks and Recreation.
3.8. The law enforcement officer of the Federal Bureau of Land Management.
2. A new Section 104.12 is added to Section 104 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
104.12 Authority of the Fire Chief to close hazardous fire areas. Except upon National
Forest Land, the Fire Chief is authorized to determine and announce the closure of any
hazardous fire area or portion thereof. Any closure by the Fire Chief for a period of more than
fifteen (15) calendar days must be approved by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors
and/or the City Council within fifteen (15) calendar days of the Fire Chief's original order of
closure. Upon such closure, no person shall go in or be upon any hazardous fire area, except
upon the public roadways and inhabited areas. During such closure, the Fire Chief shall erect
and maintain at all entrances to the closed area sufficient signs giving notice of closure. This
section shall not prohibit residents or owners of private property within any closed area, or
their invitees, from going in or being upon their lands. This section shall not apply to any entry,
in the course of duty, by a peace officer, duly authorized public officer or fire department
personnel. For the purpose of this section, "hazardous fire area" shall mean public or private
land that is covered with grass, grain, brush or forest and situated in a location that makes
suppression difficult resulting in great damage. Such areas are designated on Hazardous Fire
Area maps filed with the office of the Fire Chief.
E. FEES
1. Section 106.2 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the
following:
106.2 Schedule of permit fees. Fees for services and permits shall be as set forth in the City
of Beaumont fee schedule.
2. A new Section 106.6 is added to Section 106 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
113.6 Cost recovery. Fire suppression, investigation, rescue or emergency medical costs are
recoverable in accordance with Health and Safety Code Sections 13009 and 13009.1, as may
be amended from time to time. Additionally, any person who negligently, intentionally or in
violation of law causes an emergency response, including, but not limited to, a traffic accident,
spill of toxic or flammable fluids or chemicals is liable for the costs of securing such
emergency, including those costs pursuant to Government Code Section 53150, et seq, as may
be amended from time to time. Any expense incurred by the Riverside County Fire Department
for securing such emergency shall constitute a debt of such person and shall be collectable by
Riverside County in the same manner as in the case of an obligation under contract, express or
implied.
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F. BOARD OF APPEALS
1. Section 109.1 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the
following:
109.1 Board of appeals established. The Board of Appeals shall be the City Manager. If he
or she determines an outside board is needed, he or she shall designate an outside hearing
officer to hear the appeal. The Fire Chief shall be notified of any appeal and the Fire Chief or
designee shall be in attendance at the appeal hearing. Depending on the subject of the appeal,
specialized expertise may be solicited, at the expense of the applicant, for the purpose of
providing input to the Appeals Board.
G. VIOLATIONS.
1. Section 110.4 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the
following:
110.4 Violation and penalties. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, corporation or
association of persons to violate any provision of this ordinance, or to violate the provisions of
any permit granted pursuant to this code or Ordinance. Punishments and penalties for
violations shall be in accordance with the City of Beaumont ordinances, fee schedule and
Health and Safety Code Sections 17995 through 17995.5.
H. DEFINITIONS.
1. Section 202, definition of "Fire Chief" in the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and
replaced with the following:
FIRE CHIEF. The Fire Chief of Riverside County or the Fire Chief s designee.
I. OPEN FLAMES.
1. Section 308.1.6.3 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the
following:
308.1.6.3 Sky lanterns or similar devices. A person shall not release or cause to be released
a sky lantern or similar device.
J. FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS ROADS.
1. Section 503.2.1 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the
following:
503.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less
than 24 feet (7315 mm), exclusive of shoulders, except for approved security gates in
accordance with Section 503.6, and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13 feet
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6 inches (4115 mm). For additional requirements or alternatives see Riverside County Fire
Department Standards and Policies, as may be amended from time to time.
2. Section 503.2.2 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the
following:
503.2.2 Authority. The fire code official shall be the only authority authorized to designate
fire apparatus access roads and fire lanes and to modify the minimum fire lane access widths
for fire or rescue operations.
3. A new Section 503.6.1 is added to Section 503.6 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
503.6.1 Automatic opener. New motorized gates shall be provided with means to be
automatically opened remotely by emergency vehicle in accordance with Riverside County
Fire Department standards and Policies, as may be amended from time to time.
Exception: Gates serving individual one- and two-family dwelling parcels.
4. A new Section 503.7 is added to Section 503 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
503.7 Loading areas and passenger drop-off areas. On private properties, where fire
apparatus access roads are utilized for loading or unloading or utilized for passenger drop-off
or pick-up, an additional eight (8) feet of width shall be added to the minimum required width
for the fire apparatus access road.
K. FIRE PROTECTION WATER SUPPLIES
1. A new Section 507.5.7 is added to Section 507 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
507.5.7 Fire hydrant size and outlets. As determined by the fire code official, fire hydrant
sizes and outlets shall be based on the following:
1. Residential Standard — one (1) four (4) inch outlet and one (1) two and half (2 'A) inch
outlet.
2. Super Hydrant Standard — one (1) four (4) inch outlet and two (2) two and one half (2
'/2) inch outlet.
3. Super Hydrant Enhanced — two (2) four (4) inch outlet and one (1) two and one half (2
1/2) inch outlet.
2. A new Section 507.5.8 is added to Section 507 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
507.5.8 Fire hydrant street marker. Fire hydrant locations shall be visually indicated in
accordance with Riverside County Fire Department Technical Policy 06-11, as may be
amended from time to time. Any hydrant marker damaged or removed during the course of
street construction or repair shall be immediately replaced by the contractor, developer or
person responsible for removal or damage.
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L. FIRE COMMAND CENTER
1. Section 508.1 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the
following:
508.1 General. Where required by other sections of this code and in all buildings classified as
high-rise buildings by the California Building Code, in buildings greater than 300,000 square
feet in area and in Group I-2 occupancies having occupied floors located more than 75 feet
above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access, a fire command center for fire
department operations shall be provided and comply with Sections 508.1.1 through 508.1.8.
2. Section 508.1.1 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the
following:
508.1.1 Location and access. The fire command center shall be located adjacent to the main
lobby and shall be accessible from fire department vehicular access or as approved by the fire
code official. The room shall have direct access from the building exterior at the lowest level
of fire department access.
3. Section 508.1.3 of the California Fire Code is amended to add the following:
Exception: A fire command center solely required because a building is greater than 300,000
square feet in area shall be a minimum of 96 square feet (9 m2) with a minimum dimension of
8 feet (2438mm).
4. Section 508.1.6 of the California Fire Code is amended to add the following:
Exception: A fire command center solely required because a building is greater than 300,000
square feet in area shall comply with NFPA 72 and contain the features set forth in Section
508.1.6 subsections 5, 8, 10, 12, 13 and 14. The features set forth in Section 508.1.6 subsections
1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 11, 15, 16, 17, 18 and 19 shall be required when such building contains
systems or functions related to these features.
5. A new Section 508.1.8 is added to Section 508 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
508.1.8 Fire command center identification. The fire command center shall be identified by
a permanent easily visible sign stating "Fire Dept. Command Center," located on the door to
the fire command center.
M. FIRE PROTECTION AND UTILITY EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION AND
LOCATION
1. Section 509.2.1 of the California Fire Code is amended to add the following:
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509.2.1 Minimum clearances. A 3-foot (914 mm) clear space shall be maintained around the
circumference of exterior fire protection system control valves, or any other exterior fire
protection system component that may require immediate access, except as otherwise required
or approved.
N. MECHANICAL REFRIGERATION.
1. Section 606.10.1.2 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the
following:
606.10.1.2 Manual operation. When required by the fire code official, automatic crossover
valves shall be capable of manual operation. The manual valves shall be located in an approved
location immediately outside of the machinery room in a secure metal box or equivalent and
marked as Emergency Controls.
O. AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS.
1. Section 903.2 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the
following:
903.2 Where required. In all new buildings and structures which are 3,600 square feet or
greater, an approved automatic sprinkler system shall be provided regardless of occupancy
classification. Where the Sections 903.2.1— 903.2.20 of the California Fire Code require more
restrictive requirements than those listed below, the more restrictive requirement shall take
precedence.
Exception: Unless required elsewhere in this code or the California Building Code,
automatic fire sprinkler systems shall not be required for the following:
1. Detached Group U occupancies used for agricultural purposes constructed in
accordance with the California Building Code.
2. Detached non-combustible equestrian arena shade canopies that are open on all sides
and used for riding only - no commercial, assembly or storage uses.
3. Detached fabric or non-combustible shade structures that are open on all sides and
used to shade playground equipment, temporary storage of vehicles and dining areas
with no cooking.
4. Where determined by the Fire Chief that no major life safety hazard exists, and the
fuel load does not pose a significant threat to firefighter safety or to other structures
or property, automatic fire sprinklers may be exempted.
One- and two-family dwellings shall have an automatic fire sprinkler system regardless of
square footage in accordance with the California Residential Code. Fire sprinkler systems shall
be installed in mobilehomes, manufactured homes and multifamily manufactured homes with
two dwelling units in accordance with Title 25 of the California Code of Regulations.
The following exceptions in the California Fire Code shall not be allowed:
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a. Exception in Section 903.2.3
b. Exception 2 in Section 903.2.11.3
2. A new Section 903.3.5.3 is added to Section 903 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
903.3.5.3 Hydraulically calculated systems. The design of hydraulically calculated fire
sprinkler systems shall not exceed 90% of the water supply capacity.
P. DESIGNATION OF HIGH -PILED STORAGE AREAS.
1. A new Section is added to Section 3204.2 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
3204.2.1 Minimum requirements for client leased or occupant owned warehouses.
Designs of an automatic sprinkler system for client leased or occupant owned buildings
containing high pile storage shall be based on the requirements of NFPA 13. The responsible
fire protection engineer shall perform a survey of the building to determine commodity
classification, storage configuration, building height and other information related to . the
development of an appropriate sprinkler system design. The fire protection engineer shall also
make reasonable efforts to meet with the building owner or operator to understand seasonal or
customer related fluctuations to the stored commodities, storage height, and configuration. The
sprinkler design shall be based on the most demanding requirements determined through the
onsite survey and discussions with the building owner or operator. The technical report shall
describe the basis for determining the commodity and sprinkler design selection, how the
commodities will be isolated or separated, and include referenced design document(s),
including NFPA 13 or the current applicable factory mutual data sheets. If a specific fire test
is used as the basis of design, a copy of the fire test report shall be provided at the time of plan
review.
Q. FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES.
1. A new Section 4904.3 is added to Section 4904 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:
4904.3 High Fire Hazard Severity Zone Maps. In accordance with Government Code
Sections 51175 through 51189, Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones are designated as shown
on a map titled Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones, dated December 24, 2009 and retained
on file at the office of the Fire Chief, which supersedes other maps previously adopted
designating high fire hazard areas.
R. APPENDIX B.
1. Table B105.2 of the California Fire Code is amended as follows:
TABLE B105.2
REQUIRED FIRE -FLOW FOR BUILDINGS OTHER THAN ONE- AND
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TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS, GROUP R-3 AND R-4 BUILDINGS AND
TOWNHOUSES
AUTOMATIC
SPRINKLER SYSTEM
(Design Standard)
MINIMUM FIRE -FLOW
(gallons per minute)
FLOW DURATION
(hours)
No automatic sprinkler
system
Value in Table B105.1(2)
Duration in Table
B105.1(2)
Section 903.3.1.1 of the
California Fire Code
50% of the value in
B105.1(2)a
Table
Duration in Table
B105.1(2) at the reduced
flow rate
Section 903.3.1.2 of the
California Fire Code
50% of the value in
B 105.1(2)b
Table
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Duration in Table
B105.1(2) at the reduced
flow rate
For SI: 1 gallon per minute = 3.785 L/m.
a. The reduced fire -flow shall be not less than 1,000 gallons per minute.
b. The reduced fire -flow shall be not less than 1,500 gallons per minute.
S. APPENDIX C.
1. Section C103.1 of the California Fire Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the
following:
C103.1 Hydrant spacing. Fire apparatus access roads and public streets providing required
access to buildings in accordance with Section 503 of the International Fire Code shall be
provided with one or more fire hydrants, as determined by Section C102.1. Where more than
one fire hydrant is required, the distance between required fire hydrants shall be in accordance
with Sections C 103.2 and C 103.3. Fire hydrants shall be provided at street intersections.
15.20.030 Violation —Penalty.. In the discretion of the Enforcement Officer, any person
violating the provisions of this Chapter shall be issued an Administrative Citation pursuant to
Beaumont Municipal Code Chapter 1.17 or shall be guilty of an infraction pursuant to Beaumont
Municipal Code Chapter 1.16. In either case, the amount of the fine shall be the appropriate
amount set forth in Section 1.16.030 of this Code. Each such violation shall be deemed a separate
offense as specified in Section 1.16.040.
Notwithstanding the above, a first offense may be charged and prosecuted as a
misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of $1,000.00 or 6 months in jail, or both.
In addition to the penalties provided in this Section, any condition caused or permitted to
exist in violation of any of the provision of this Chapter shall constitute a public nuisance and may
be abated by the City by civil process by means of a restraining order, preliminary or permanent
injunction or in any manner provided by law for the abatement of such nuisance.
All remedies herein are cumulative and non-exclusive.
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SECTION 6. Effective Date and Publication. The Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall
certify to the passage of this Ordinance and cause the same or a summary thereof to be published
within 15 days after adoption in accordance with Government Code Section 36933. This
Ordinance shall take effect 30 days after adoption in accordance with Government Code Section
36937.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED that the City Council of the City of Beaumont,
California, approves an amendment to the City Code.
INTRODUCED AND READ for the first time and ordered posted at a regular meeting of the
City Council of the City of Beaumont, California, held on the 19th day of November, 2019, by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: White, Lara, Carroll, Santos, Martinez
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of
Beaumont, California, held on the 3rd day of December, 2019.
AYES: White, Lara, Carroll, Santos, Martinez
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTA
Steven Mehlman, City Clerk
Approved as to form:
John 0 Pmkney, C. . Attorney
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