Chapter 12.13
FIRE CODE
Sections:
12.13.010 International Fire Code.
12.13.030 Amendments and exceptions to the Fire Code.
12.13.010 International Fire Code.
The 2018 Edition of the International Fire Code (IFC), as published by the International Code Council, as amended by the Washington State Building Code Council, and as published in Chapter 51-54A WAC, as now or hereafter amended, is adopted including reference standards of the National Fire Protection Association and Appendix Chapters B and C. (Ord. 21-626 § 1 (Exh. A), 2021; Ord. 17-578 § 1 (Exh. E (part)), 2017: Ord. 16-573 § 7, 2016: Ord. 13-548 § 9 (part), 2013: Ord. 10-523 § 8 (part), 2010: Ord. 07-478 § 5, 2007: Ord. 05-456 § 1, 2005; Ord. 04-447 § 1 (part), 2004)
12.13.020 Copy on file.
At least one copy of the adopted edition of the International Fire Code shall be on file in the office of the Town Clerk. (Ord. 21-626 § 1 (Exh. A), 2021; Ord. 17-578 § 1 (Exh. E (part)), 2017: Ord. 13-548 § 9 (part), 2013: Ord. 10-523 § 8 (part), 2010)
12.13.030 Amendments and exceptions to the Fire Code.
The following sections of the 2018 IFC have been added, amended, deleted, or replaced as follows:
A. Section 103.1.2, Department of Fire Prevention.
There is established in the Town a Fire Marshal, as designated by the Mayor, who shall implement, administer, and enforce the provisions of this code.
B. Section 104.8, Modifications.
1. The Fire Marshal shall have the authority to modify any of the provisions of the IFC or this chapter on written application by the owner, lessee, or his duly authorized agent when there are practical difficulties in carrying out the strict letter of the code. Approved modifications, including alternative materials and methods, shall observe the spirit of the code, preserve fire- and life-safety, secure the public health, and do substantial justice. A signed copy of approved modifications shall be promptly given to the applicant.
2. Details of actions granting modifications and related interpretations shall be recorded and preserved in the records of the Department of Fire Prevention to aid in conformance and uniform application of related codes, ordinances, and standards.
C. Section 104.10.1, Assistance from other agencies.
Police and other enforcement agencies shall have the authority to render necessary assistance in the investigation of fires, hazardous conditions, and enforcement of the life safety provisions of this code when requested by the Fire Marshal.
D. Section 105.1.1, Permits required.
Permits required by this code and regulated by the Town shall be issued by the Fire Marshal or building department personnel with concurrence of the Fire Marshal. Permit fees adopted by Town Council shall be paid prior to permit issuance. Permits shall be kept at the designated premises indicated and be readily available for fire and Town personnel.
E. Section 105.3.1, Expiration. This section is restated as written below:
An operational permit shall remain in effect until reissued, renewed, or revoked, or for such a period of time as specified in the permit. Construction permits issued under this chapter shall expire per WMC 12.05.255. Operational permits are not transferable and any change in occupancy, operation, tenancy, or ownership shall require that a new permit be issued.
F. Section 109, Board of appeals.
All references to the Board of Appeals shall be deemed to refer to the Hearing Examiner system of Chapter 2.56 of this code. The Hearing Examiner shall have no authority relative to interpretation of the administrative provisions of this code nor shall the Hearing Examiner be empowered to waive requirements of this code.
G. Section 110.4, Violation penalties. Section 110.4 of the International Fire Code is replaced by Section 1.12.010.
H. Section 202, Definitions.
1. Whenever the term "Fire Code Official" is used in the IFC, it shall mean the Fire Marshal as designated by the Mayor.
2. Whenever the term "Chief Appointing Authority" or "Fire Chief" is used in the IFC, it shall mean the Fire Chief for the Town of Woodway, as designated by the Mayor.
3. Whenever the word "municipality" or "jurisdiction" is used in the IFC, it shall mean the Town of Woodway.
4. Whenever the term "legal representative of the jurisdiction" is used in the IFC, it shall mean the Attorney for the Town of Woodway.
5. Wherever the term "the Police Department" is used in the IFC, it shall mean the Woodway Police Department.
I. Section 503, Fire apparatus access roads. The following sections are adopted as published in the IFC. The Washington State amendments to these sections are not adopted.
1. Section 503.1, Where required.
2. Section 503.1.1, Buildings and facilities.
3. Section 503.1.2, Additional access.
4. Section 503.1.3, High-piled storage.
5. Section 503.2, Specifications.
6. Section 503.3, Marking.
7. Section 503.4, Obstruction of fire apparatus access roads.
8. Section 503.4.1, Traffic calming devices.
J. Section 5601.1, Explosives and fireworks scope. An exception is added to Section 5601.1 of the International Fire Code to read as follows:
10. The use of flares for signal purposes or illumination during transportation signaling or forest protection activities.
K. Section 5601.1.3, Fireworks, Not Adopted. Section 5601.1.3 of the International Fire Code is replaced with Chapter 6.16 of this code.
L. Sections 5704.2.9.6.1 (outside) and 5706.2.4.4 (inside) Locations where above-ground tanks are prohibited.
Class I and II flammable liquids in aboveground storage tanks are restricted for the protection of residential areas and shall be no more than one thousand gallons capacity in Town of Woodway.
M. Section 6104.2, Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG): maximum capacity within established limits.
The maximum capacity for each installation of LPG is restricted for the protection of residential areas and shall be no more than five hundred gallons water capacity in Town of Woodway.
(Ord. 21-626 § 1 (Exh. A), 2021; Ord. 17-578 § 1 (Exh. E (part)), 2017: Ord. 16-573 § 8, 2016; Ord. 13-548 § 9 (part), 2013: Ord. 10-523 § 8 (part), 2010)