Chapter 15.24
FIRE CODE
Sections:
15.24.015 Deletions, revisions and additions.
15.24.040 General precautions against fire.
15.24.050 Fire service features.
15.24.060 Building services and systems.
15.24.070 Fire sprinkler systems.
15.24.080 Fire alarm and detection systems.
15.24.090 Fire safety during construction.
15.24.105 Hazardous materials – General provisions.
15.24.120 Chapter 80 Referenced Standards.
15.24.010 Adoption of 2025 California Fire Code, Title 24, Part 9 of the California Code of Regulations.
The City of Poway adopts by reference the 2025 California Fire Code, including Sections 305, 307, and 308, as published by the International Code Council, except those portions that are deleted, modified or amended by this chapter. One copy of the above-mentioned code has been and is now filed in the office of the City Clerk or the fire code official, City of Poway, and the same is adopted and incorporated as fully as if set out at length herein. From the effective date of the ordinance codified in this chapter, the provisions thereof shall be controlling within the limits of the City of Poway. (Ord. 878 § 5, 2025; Ord. 859 § 5, 2023; Ord. 835 § 5, 2019; Ord. 804 § 1, 2016)
15.24.015 Deletions, revision and additions.
A. Deletions, Revisions and Additions to the 2025 California Fire Code. Deletions, revisions and additions to the 2025 California Fire Code shall be set forth in PMC 15.24.020 through 15.24.140. (Ord. 878 § 5, 2025)
15.24.020 Administration.
Section 102.14, Repeal of conflicting ordinances, resolutions or motions, is added to read:
102.14 Repeal of conflicting ordinances, resolutions or motions. All former ordinances, resolutions, motions, or parts thereof that are conflicting or inconsistent with the provisions of this Ordinance or the Code or standards hereby adopted are repealed. Wherever a conflict exists in this chapter, the more restrictive requirement shall apply.
Section 104.2.4, Modifications, is added and modified to read:
104.2.4 Modifications. Whenever there are practical difficulties involved in carrying out the provisions of this code, the fire code official shall have the authority to grant modifications for individual cases, provided the fire code official shall first find that special individual reason makes the strict letter of this code impracticable, and the modification is in compliance with the intent and purpose of this code and that such modification does not lessen health, life and fire safety requirements. The applicant’s request for a modification shall state the specific section(s) for which a modification is requested, material facts supporting the contention of the applicant, the details of the modification or mitigating measure proposed and, if applicable, a map showing the proposed location and citing of the modification or mitigation measure. The details of action granting modifications shall be recorded and entered in the files of the department of fire prevention.
Section 105.5.13, Dry cleaning, is added to read:
105.5.13 Dry cleaning. An operational permit is required to engage in the business of dry cleaning or to change to a more hazardous cleaning solvent used in existing dry cleaning equipment.
Section 105.5.22, Hazardous materials, is added to read:
105.5.22 Hazardous materials. An operational permit is required to store, transport on site, dispense, use or handle hazardous materials in excess of the amounts listed in Table 105.5.22.
Section 105.5.30, LP-gas, is added and modified to read:
105.5.30 LP-gas. An operational permit is required for the storage and use of LP-gas.
Section 105.5.33, Miscellaneous combustible storage, is added to read:
105.5.33 Miscellaneous combustible storage. An operational permit is required to store in any building or on any premises in excess of 2,500 cubic feet (70 m3) gross volume of combustible empty packing cases, boxes, barrels or similar containers, combustible pallets, rubber tires, rubber, cork or similar combustible material.
Section 105.5.35, Motor fuel-dispensing facilities, is added to read:
105.5.35 Motor fuel-dispensing facilities. An operational permit is required for the operation of automotive, marine and fleet motor fuel-dispensing facilities.
Section 105.5.37, Open flames and torches, is added to read:
105.5.37 Open flames and torches. An operational permit is required to remove paint with a torch, or to use a torch or open-flame device in a wildfire risk area.
Section 105.5.38, Open flames and candles, is added to read:
105.5.38 Open flames and candles. An operational permit is required to use open flames or candles in connection with assembly areas, dining areas of restaurants or drinking establishments.
Section 105.5.41, Places of assembly, is added to read:
105.5.41 Places of assembly. An operational permit is required to operate a place of assembly.
Section 105.5.46, Refrigeration equipment, is added to read:
105.5.46 Refrigeration equipment. An operational permit is required to operate a mechanical refrigeration unit or system regulated by Chapter 6.
Section 105.5.47, Repair garages and motor fuel-dispensing facilities, is added to read:
105.5.47 Repair garages and motor fuel-dispensing facilities. An operational permit is required for operation of repair garages.
Section 105.5.49, Spraying or dipping, is added to read:
Section 105.5.49 Spraying or dipping. An operational permit is required to conduct a spraying or dipping operation utilizing flammable or combustible liquids, or the application of combustible powders regulated by Chapter 24.
Section 105.5.50, Storage of scrap tires and tire byproducts, is added to read:
105.5.50 Storage of scrap tires and tire byproducts. An operational permit is required to establish, conduct or maintain storage of scrap tires and tire byproducts that exceeds 2,500 cubic feet (71 m3) of total volume of scrap tires, and for indoor storage of tires and tire byproducts.
Section 105.5.54, Wood products, is added to read:
105.5.54 Wood products. An operational permit is required to store chips, hogged material, lumber or plywood in excess of 200 cubic feet (6 m3).
Section 105.5.55, Temporary heating or cooking in tents or membrane structures, is added to read:
105.5.55 Temporary heating or cooking in tents or membrane structures. An operational permit is required to operate temporary heating or cooking equipment within tents or membrane structures.
Section 105.5.60, Farmers Market, is added to read:
105.5.60 Farmers Market. An operational permit is required to operate a farmers market.
Section 105.5.61, Holiday lot/event, is added to read:
105.5.61 Holiday lot/event. An operational permit is required to operate a holiday lot or event.
Section 105.5.62, Street fair/parade, is added to read:
105.5.62 Street fair/parade. An operational permit is required to operate a street fair or parade.
Section 105.6.2, Automatic sprinkler systems, is added to read:
105.6.2 Automatic sprinkler systems. A construction permit is required for installation of or modification to an automatic sprinkler system. Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered to be a modification and does not require a permit.
Exceptions:
1. A construction permit is not required when one of the following conditions is met:
a. When fewer than five sprinkler heads are modified, added or removed to a commercial sprinkler system.
b. When fewer than two sprinkler heads are modified, added or removed to a residential sprinkler system.
Section 105.6.2.2, Construction documents, is added to read:
105.6.2.2 Construction documents. Construction documents shall be submitted in accordance with Section 901.2.
Section 108.1, Fees, is added and modified to read:
108.1 Fees. A permit shall not be valid until the fees have been paid, nor shall an amendment to a permit be released until the additional fee, if any, has been paid.
Section 112.1, Means of appeals, is added and modified to read:
112.1 Means of appeals. Whenever the fire code official has denied a permit or other entitlement, or when it is alleged that a mistake has been made in the interpretation or application of the code, the applicant may appeal the decision of the fire code official to the City Manager by filing a written appeal with the City Clerk within 30 days of the decision. If the appeal is denied by the City Manager, the City Manager’s decision may be appealed to the City Council by filing a written appeal with the City Clerk within 30 days of the City Manager’s decision and paying of the appeal fee set forth in the City’s Master Fee Schedule for administrative appeals.
Section 113.3.2, Compliance with orders and notices, is added and modified to read:
113.3.2 Compliance with orders and notices. A notice of violation issued or served as provided by this code shall be complied with by the owner, the owner’s authorized agent, operator, occupant or other person responsible for the condition or violation to which the notice of violation pertains. It is unlawful for any person to fail to comply with any lawful order issued pursuant to this Code by the City Attorney or by a court of competent jurisdiction.
Section 114.4 is added and modified to read:
114.4 Violation penalties. A violation of any provision of this Code, or failure to comply with orders or conditions issued pursuant to this Code, shall constitute a misdemeanor or (in the discretion of the prosecuting attorney) an infraction, in any event as set forth in Chapter 1.08 PMC. In addition to any criminal penalties any violation may also be enforced by civil action, and shall be subject to civil and administrative penalties, as set forth in Chapters 1.08 and 1.10 PMC.
Section 116.1, Cost recovery, is added to read:
116.1 Cost recovery. The purpose of this section is to establish authority to obtain reimbursement from responsible individuals for the expenses of any emergency response and/or enforcement action by the City of Poway to protect the public from criminal or negligent activities, and from fire or hazardous substances.
Section 116.2, Reimbursement, is added to read:
116.2 Reimbursement. In accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 13000 et seq., an individual who acts negligently or in violation of the law and thereby requires the jurisdiction to provide an emergency response to a danger posed by a fire or hazardous substance shall be liable for reimbursement to the agency for the costs incurred. In accordance with Government Code Sections 53150 through 53158, any individual who is under the influence of an alcoholic beverage, or any drug, or the combined influence of an alcoholic beverage or any drug, and whose negligent operation of a motor vehicle, boat or vessel, or civil aircraft caused by that influence, proximately causes any incident and thereby requires the agency to provide an emergency response, shall reimburse the agency for the cost incurred.
Section 116.3, Expense recovery, is added to read:
116.3 Expense recovery. The fire code official may impose a fee for recovery of expenses incurred to enforce the fire prevention provisions of this code. Such expense recovery fees shall be established by a resolution of the City Council.
(Ord. 878 § 5, 2025; Ord. 859 § 5, 2023; Ord. 835 § 5, 2019; Ord. 804 § 1, 2016)
15.24.030 Definitions.
The following definitions are added or modified to Section 202:
Accessory Dwelling Unit. An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is an attached or detached residential dwelling unit which provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons on the same property as a single-family dwelling in a residential zone. The unit shall meet the definition of an ADU in the Government Code Section 65852.2.
Fire Apparatus Access Road. A road that provides fire apparatus access from a fire station to a facility, building or portion thereof. This is a general term inclusive of all other terms such as fire lane, public street, private street, parking lot lane, access roadway, and driveway.
Fire Authority Having Jurisdiction (FAHJ). The designated entity providing enforcement of fire regulations as they relate to planning, construction, and development. This entity for the City of Poway also provides fire suppression and other emergency services.
Fire Department. Any regularly organized fire department regularly charged with the responsibility of providing fire protection to the jurisdiction.
Fire Hazard. Anything that increases or could cause an increase of the hazard or menace of fire to a greater degree than customarily recognized as normal by persons in the public service regularly engaged in preventing, suppressing, or extinguishing fire; or anything or act, which could obstruct, delay, hinder, or interfere with the operations of the fire department; or egress of occupants in the event of fire.
Nonrequired (Voluntary) Systems and Components. Additional safety or notification features to an existing fire alarms system, installed by a building owner at their own request, even though not mandated by code. These voluntary systems must be documented on record drawings. The installer is responsible for defining their features based on the owner’s goals and ensuring they are correctly installed, tested, and maintained to comply with code requirements.
Open Space Easement. Any right or interest in perpetuity or for a term for years in open-space land, as that term is defined in Government Code section 51051, acquired by the County, a city or a nonprofit organization where the instrument granting the right or interest imposes restriction on use of the land, to preserve the land for public use or enjoyment of the natural or scenic character of the land.
Structure. Includes any of the following: (1) buildings designed primarily for human use, including attached structures such as garages; or (2) buildings designed to house large animals. “Structure” does not include sheds, storage buildings, or detached garages that are not designed for human use or the housing of large animals.
Travel Time. The estimated time it would take for a responding agency to travel from the fire station to the furthest structure in a proposed development project, determined by measuring the safest, most direct, appropriate, and reliable route with consideration given to safe operation speeds for heavy fire apparatus.
(Ord. 878 § 5, 2025; Ord. 874 § 2, 2025; Ord. 859 § 5, 2023; Ord. 835 § 5, 2019; Ord. 804 § 1, 2016)
15.24.040 General precautions against fire.
Section 304.1.5, Outdoor carnivals and fairs, is added to read:
304.1.5 Outdoor carnivals and fairs. Outdoor carnivals and fairs shall only be conducted on grounds free of combustible vegetation or trimmed to the satisfaction of the fire code official.
Section 304.1.6, Declaration of public nuisance, is added to read:
Section 304.1.6 Declaration of public nuisance. All highly flammable chaparral vegetation, and dead or dying trees or shrubs, growing upon the streets, sidewalks, or upon private property within the City, which by reason of their size, manner of growth, and location constitute a fire hazard to any structure, improvements, crops or other property, are declared by this chapter to be a public nuisance. A dead or dying tree or shrub shall not be classified as a public nuisance unless the tree or shrub is in a condition that constitutes a fire hazard. All vegetation which constitutes a public nuisance pursuant to this section shall be reduced or removed as determined necessary by the Director of Development Services or Fire Marshal. Highly flammable native vegetation shall be reduced as described in 604.3.2.
Section 304.1.6.1, Abatement of public nuisance, is added to read:
Section 304.1.6.1 Abatement of public nuisance. If the responsible person fails or neglects to abate the nuisance, abatement may be completed in accordance with Section 8.76 of the Poway Municipal Code.
Section 305.6, Rockets, model aircraft and similar devices, is added to read:
305.6 Rockets, model aircraft and similar devices. Rockets, model airplanes, gliders, balloons, sky lanterns, floating luminaries or similar devices powered with an engine, propellant, open flame, or other feature liable to start or cause a fire shall not be projected into or across hazardous fire areas or areas identified as a fire hazard severity zone without prior approval of the fire code official.
Section 307.5, Attendance, is added and modified to read:
307.5 Attendance. Open burning, bonfires, recreational fires and the use of portable outdoor fireplaces shall be constantly attended by an adult until the fire is extinguished. A minimum of one portable fire extinguisher complying with section 906 with a minimum 4-A rating or other approved on-site fire-extinguishing equipment, such as dirt, sand, water barrel, garden hose or water truck, shall be available for immediate utilization.
(Ord. 878 § 5, 2025; Ord. 874 § 3, 2025; Ord. 859 § 5, 2023; Ord. 835 § 5, 2019; Ord. 804 § 1, 2016)
15.24.050 Fire service features.
Section 503.2.1, Dimensions, is modified to read:
503.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed, improved width of not less than 20 feet, 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 6 inches. Roadways with gated entrances, guard stations, or center medians which have separated lanes of one-way traffic shall not be less than 12 feet wide per lane. In most cases, the City of Poway construction standards for streets (Chapter 12.20 PMC) may be more restrictive, and the more restrictive standard shall apply.
Exceptions:
1. Upon approval by the fire code official, vertical clearances or width may be reduced provided such reduction does not impair access by fire apparatus and approved signs are installed and maintained indicating the established vertical clearance.
2. Single-family residential driveways serving no more than two improved parcels containing dwelling units shall be permitted to have a minimum of 16 feet of unobstructed improved width.
Section 503.2.3, Surface, is modified to read:
503.2.3 Surface. Fire apparatus access roads shall be designed and maintained to support the imposed loads of fire apparatus not less than 75,000 pounds per a geotechnical report unless authorized by the fire code official and shall be provided with an approved paved surface so as to provide all-weather driving capabilities. A paved surface shall mean asphalt, concrete, or a permeable paver system, except that decomposed granite, gravel, or equivalent is permissible for residential driveways.
Section 503.2.4, Turning radius, is modified to read:
503.2.4 Turning radius. The turning radius of a fire apparatus access road shall be a minimum of 28 feet as measured to the inside edge of the improvement width or as approved by the fire code official.
Section 503.2.5, Dead ends, is modified to read:
503.2.5 Dead ends. All dead-end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet in length shall be provided with approved provisions that allow emergency apparatus to turn around. A cul-de-sac shall be provided in residential areas where the access roadway serves more than two improved parcels. The minimum, unobstructed paved radius width for a cul-de-sac shall be 38 feet in residential areas. Dead ends of 300-feet or greater shall be provided with a turnout at halfway point and a turnaround at end locations, with turnouts every 150-feet. The fire code official shall establish a policy identifying acceptable turnarounds and turnouts for various project types.
Section 503.2.7, Grade, is modified to read:
503.2.7 Grade. The gradient for a fire apparatus access roadway shall not exceed 20 percent.
Grades exceeding 15 percent (incline or decline) shall be constructed of Portland Cement Concrete (PCC), with a deep broom finish perpendicular to the direction of travel, or equivalent, to enhance traction. Grades exceeding 10 percent shall be constructed of asphalt or PCC. Permeable paver systems, decomposed granite, gravel or equivalent shall not be permitted for grades exceeding 10 percent.
Section 503.2.8, Angles of approach and departure, is modified to read:
503.2.8 Angles of approach and departure. The angle of departure and the angle of approach of a fire apparatus access roadway shall not exceed seven degrees (12 percent) or as approved by the fire code official.
Section 503.3, Marking, is modified to read:
503.3 Marking. Where required by the fire code official, approved signs or other approved notices or markings that include the words “NO PARKING – FIRE LANE” shall be provided and maintained for fire apparatus access roads to identify such roads and prohibit the obstruction thereof. The means by which fire lanes are designated shall be maintained in a clean and legible condition at all times and be replaced or repaired when necessary to provide adequate visibility.
All new public roads, all private roads within major subdivisions, and all private road easements serving four or more parcels shall be named. Road name signs shall comply with City of Poway Supplemental Engineering Standards, Street Sign Specifications.
The fire code official may require the posting of a fire access roadway where parking has reduced or could reduce the required width.
Section 503.6.1, Security gate access, is modified to read:
503.6.1 Security gate access. All automatic gates across fire access roadways and driveways shall be equipped with approved, emergency key-operated switch overriding all command functions and opening the gate(s). Gates accessing more than four residences or residential lots, or gates accessing hazardous institutional, educational or assembly occupancy group structures shall also be equipped with approved emergency traffic control-activating strobe light sensor(s), or other devices approved by the fire code official, which will activate the gate on the approach of emergency apparatus with a battery backup or manual-mechanical disconnect in case of power failure.
Section 505.1.1, Accessory dwelling unit address numbers, is added to read:
505.1.1 Accessory dwelling unit address numbers. Accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units shall require separate addresses.
Section 505.1.2, Additional address numbers, is added to read:
505.1.2 Additional address numbers. Additional address numbers may be required where deemed necessary by the fire code official.
Section 505.3, Easement address signs, is added to read:
505.3 Easement address signs. All easements which are not named differently from the roadway from which they originate, shall have an address sign installed and maintained, listing all street numbers occurring on that easement located where the easement intersects the named roadway. Address sign design shall meet the requirements outlined in Section 505.1.
Section 505.4, Map/Directory, is added to read:
505.4 Map/Directory. A lighted directory map, meeting current fire department standards, shall be installed at each driveway entrance to multiple unit residential projects and mobile home parks where the number of units in such project exceeds 15.
Section 506.1, Key boxes, is modified to read:
506.1 Key boxes. The fire code official is authorized to require a key box to be installed in an accessible location when:
1. Access to or within a structure or an area is unduly difficult because of secured openings or where immediate access is necessary for life saving or firefighting purposes.
2. A structure has a central station-monitored fire detection system and/or fire sprinkler system.
The key box shall be a type approved by the fire code official and shall contain keys to gain necessary access.
Section 506.2, Key box maintenance, is modified to read:
506.2 Key box maintenance. The operator of the building shall immediately notify the fire code official in writing and provide the new key where a lock is changed or rekeyed. The key to such lock shall be secured in the key box.
Section 507.2.2, Water storage tanks, is modified to read:
507.2.2 Water storage tanks. Water storage tanks, when permitted by the fire code official, shall comply with the below requirements including Table No. 507.2.2 and be installed in accordance with NFPA 22.
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Building Square Feet |
Gallons Per Minute Water Flow |
Capacity Gallons |
Duration Minutes |
|---|---|---|---|
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Up to 3,600 |
250 |
10,000 |
40 |
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3,601 to 7,700 |
15,000 |
60 |
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7,701 and above |
333 |
20,000 |
60 |
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When the exposure distance is 100 feet or less from an adjacent property or the severity of the potential fire risk has been determined to exist, an increase in water storage may be required by the fire code official. |
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1. Tank elevation shall be equal to or higher than the fire department connection on the premises. Regardless of domestic use, all tanks shall be equipped with a device that will ensure that the tank contains the designated amount of water for fire flow duration as determined by the Fire Department. Tank size may be increased to serve multiple structures on a single parcel.
2. The supply outlet shall be at least four inches in diameter from the base of the tank to the point of outlet at the fire department connection. The fire department connection shall be at least one 4-inch National Standard Thread (male), reduced to one 2 1/2-inch National Standard Thread (male). Additional outlets may be required.
3. Tanks that are supplied by municipal water, when permitted by the fire code official, shall have a capacity of 10,000 gallons provided that the sole use of these tanks is for fire protection purposes.
4. Location of fire department outlet shall be determined on the plot plan when submitted to the fire department. Consideration will be given to factors such as topography, elevations, and distance from structures, driveway access, and prevailing winds.
5. The outlet shall be located along an access roadway and shall not be closer than 50 feet or further than 150 feet from the structure.
6. All exposed tank supply pipes shall be of an alloy or other material listed for above-ground use. Adequate support shall be provided.
7. Water storage tanks shall be constructed from materials approved by the fire code official and installed per manufacturer recommendations.
8. The fire code official may require any necessary information be submitted on a plot plan for approval.
9. Vessels previously used for products other than water shall not be permitted.
(Ord. 878 § 5, 2025; Ord. 859 § 5, 2023; Ord. 835 § 5, 2019; Ord. 804 § 1, 2016)
15.24.060 Building services and systems.
Section 605.7.1, Residential incinerators, is modified to read:
605.7.1 Residential incinerators. Residential incinerators shall be prohibited.
(Ord. 878 § 5, 2025; Ord. 859 § 5, 2023; Ord. 835 § 5, 2019; Ord. 804 § 1, 2016)
15.24.070 Fire sprinkler systems.
Section 903.3, Installation requirements, is modified to read:
903.3 Installation Requirements. Automatic sprinkler systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with Sections 903.3.1 through 903.3.8. The system shall be designed 10% below (“off the top”) available water source pressure during peak usage.
Section 903.3.1.1.5, System design, is added to read:
903.3.1.1.5 System design. Occupancies referred to as “spec buildings” wherein no specific end use is identified at the time of plan check, the sprinkler system shall provide a density of 0.45 gallons per minute per square-foot for a 3,000-square-foot design area.
Section 903.3.5.1.1, Water supply design, is added to read:
903.3.5.1.1 Water Supply Design. New structures shall be equipped with a minimum one-inch water service line and one-inch water meter.
Section 903.3.5.1.2, Tank supplied fire sprinkler systems, is added to read:
903.3.5.1.2 Tank supplied fire sprinkler systems. Where fire sprinkler systems are installed outside the City water service area and are supplied by water tank and booster pump, the pump shall be equipped with auxiliary power supply.
(Ord. 878 § 5, 2025; Ord. 859 § 5, 2023; Ord. 835 § 5, 2019; Ord. 804 § 1, 2016)
15.24.080 Fire alarm and detection systems.
Section 907.9.1, Nonrequired (voluntary) system and component upgrades, is added to read:
907.9.1 Nonrequired (voluntary) system and component upgrades. Voluntary system and component upgrades to existing fire alarm systems shall be reviewed and approved by the fire code official.
Construction documents shall be of sufficient clarity to indicate the location, nature and extent of the work proposed and show in detail that it will conform to the provisions of the California Fire Code; the California Building Code; and relevant laws, standards, ordinances, rules and regulations, as determined by the fire code official.
The nonrequired voluntary system shall contain all the following before approval:
1. A manual fire alarm box.
2. A remote annunciator panel in a location approved by the fire code official.
3. A smoke detector above the fire alarm control unit (FACU), fire alarm control panel (FACP), or dedicated monitoring panel.
4. A documentation cabinet.
After review of the occupancy type, operation, and current conditions, greater requirements may be specified at the discretion of the fire code official
Exception:
1. After review and at the discretion of the fire code official, lesser requirements may be specified.
(Ord. 878 § 5, 2025; Ord. 859 § 5, 2023)
15.24.090 Fire safety during construction.
Section 3304.3, Flammable vegetation, is added to read:
3304.3 Flammable vegetation. Any person during construction of any kind which requires a building permit and includes installation of a fuel modification zone, shall remove all flammable vegetation within the approved fuel modification zone prior to the arrival of combustible material on the site and shall maintain during the duration of the project until all elements of approved fuel modification zones are installed and approved.
(Ord. 878 § 5, 2025; Ord. 859 § 5, 2023; Ord. 835 § 5, 2019; Ord. 804 § 1, 2016. Formerly 15.24.080)
15.24.100 Wildland-urban interface fire area.
Repealed by Ord. 878. (Ord. 874 § 4, 2025; Ord. 859 § 5, 2023; Ord. 835 § 5, 2019; Ord. 804 § 1, 2016. Formerly 15.24.090)
15.24.105 Hazardous materials – General provisions.
Section 5001.5.1, Permits, is modified to read:
5001.5. Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Sections 105.5 and 105.6. A Hazardous Materials Management Plan (HMMP) and a Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement (HMIS) shall be required by the fire code official with the application for a permit.
(Ord. 878 § 5, 2025)
15.24.110 Fireworks display.
Section 5608.1, General, is modified to read:
5608.1 General. Outdoor fireworks displays, use of pyrotechnics before a proximate audience and pyrotechnic special effects in motion picture, television, theatrical and group entertainment productions shall comply with California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Chapter 6 and Poway Municipal Code. The Fire Chief is the Issuing Officer for any fireworks permit required by this Chapter. The Fire Chief may delegate the duties of Issuing Officer at his or her discretion.
Section 5608.1.1, Scope, is modified to read:
5608.1.1 Scope. The possession, manufacture, sale, storage, use and display of fireworks are prohibited in the City of Poway except as provided in the Poway Municipal Code.
(Ord. 878 § 5, 2025; Ord. 859 § 5, 2023; Ord. 835 § 5, 2019; Ord. 804 § 1, 2016. Formerly 15.24.100)
15.24.120 Chapter 80 Referenced Standards.
The following referenced standard of the California Fire Code is modified to read:
NFPA 13D is modified to read:
Section 8.3.4 is modified to read:
8.3.4. Sprinklers shall not be required in detached garages with no habitable space, open attached porches, carports with no habitable space above, and similar structures.
Section 8.3.5.1.1 is modified to read:
8.3.5.1.1. Where fuel-fired FAU is present at least one quick-response intermediate temperature sprinkler shall be installed above the equipment.
(Ord. 878 § 5, 2025; Ord. 859 § 5, 2023; Ord. 835 § 5, 2019; Ord. 804 § 1, 2016. Formerly 15.24.130)
15.24.130 Appendix B, fire-flow requirements for buildings.
Repealed by Ord. 878. (Ord. 859 § 5, 2023; Ord. 835 § 5, 2019; Ord. 804 § 1, 2016. Formerly 15.24.140)
15.24.140 Conflict.
Repealed by Ord. 878. (Ord. 859 § 5, 2023; Ord. 835 § 5, 2019; Ord. 804 § 1, 2016. Formerly 15.24.150)