Chapter 15.12
INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE
Sections:
15.12.010 Adoption.
As amended by Washington Administrative Code 51-51, the 2003 Edition of the International Residential Code published by the International Code Council, is adopted with the following additions, deletions and exceptions; provided, that Chapters 11 and 25 through 42 of the International Residential Code are not adopted. (Ord. 1341 §1(part), 2005)
15.12.020 General.
The following shall be in addition to the requirements of the International Residential Code:
A. Lot Lines and Setback Lines. Notwithstanding the authority of the building official to administer and enforce the International Residential Code, no duty to verify or establish lot lines or setback lines is created by virtue of inspections conducted pursuant to Section 108 of the International Residential Code and none shall be implied. The location of lot line and/or setback lines and construction related thereto shall be the responsibility of the applicant/owner. The building official may require a survey to verify that appropriate setbacks have been met.
B. Change in Use. In addition to the requirements of Section R110.1 of the International Residential Code, a certificate of occupancy may be required and a change in use deemed to have occurred when the occupancy or use of a building has changed to the extent that different zoning or other city code requirements apply. In order to make a determination as to whether the new use will be impacted by various codes and ordinance in effect, “change of use” permits will be required for all occupancy/use changes, and will be subject to the existing permit processes. Inspections made for the express purpose of granting a certificate of occupancy will be made as safety inspections and charged at the rate specified in Section 15.08.040 of this title.
C. Demolitions. Demolitions under this chapter shall be as per Section 15.08.020(C) of this title. (Ord. 1341 §1(part), 2005)
15.12.030 Amendments.
A. Section R105.2 is amended to read as follows:
R105.2 Work exempt from permit. Permits shall not be required for the following. Exemption from the permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction.
Building:
1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet (11.15 m2).
2. Fences not over 6 feet (1829 mm) high.
3. Retaining walls that are not over 4 feet (1219 mm) in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge.
4. Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000 gallons (18927 L) and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed 2 to 1.
5. Platforms, sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches (762 mm) above adjacent grade and not over any basement or story below, and which are not part of an accessible route.
6. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops and similar finish work.
7. Prefabricated swimming pools that are less than 24 inches (610 mm) deep.
8. Swings and other playground equipment accessory to a one- or two-family dwelling.
9. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall which do not project more than 54 inches (1372 mm) from the exterior wall and do not require additional support.
(Ord. 1341 §1(part), 2005)
15.12.040 Fees.
Fees for building permits issued pursuant to this chapter shall be charged as per city of Goldendale Code 15.08.040. (Ord. 1341 §1(part), 2005)