Chapter 15.05
BUILDING CODE
Sections:
15.05.010 Adoption of International Building Code.
15.05.030 Must conform to zoning ordinance.
15.05.040 Arizonans with Disabilities Act.
15.05.050 Standard specifications.
15.05.010 Adoption of the International Building Code.
That certain code entitled “International Building Code” and amendments thereto, 2018 Edition, as copyrighted by the International Code Council, Inc., is hereby adopted as the “Building Code of Huachuca City” and made a part of this title the same as though said code was specifically set forth in full herein. (Ord. 22-01 § 1, 2022)
15.05.020 Amendments.
The following provisions of the International Building Code, 2018 Edition, as published by the International Code Council, Inc., are hereby amended as follows:
A. At Section 101.1, Title, revise wording as follows:
These regulations shall be known as the Building Code of the Town of Huachuca City, hereinafter referred to as “this code”.
B. At Section 103.1, Creation of Enforcement Agency, revise wording as follows:
Enforcement Agency. There exists a Building Inspection Department. The code official in charge thereof shall be known as the building official.
C. At Section 103.2, Appointment, delete the entire section.
D. At Section 103.3, Deputies, delete the entire section.
E. At Section 105.2, Work Exempt from Permit, delete items 1, 2 and 4, and renumber the remaining items 1 through 10.
F. At Section 107.3.1, Approval of Construction Documents, delete the following wording: “as Reviewed for Code Compliance.”
G. At Section 109.2, Schedule of Permit Fees, revise wording as follows:
Schedule of Permit Fees: On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical and plumbing systems or alterations requiring a permit, fees for each permit shall be paid as required and outlined as follows:
H. At Section 109.2, Schedule of Permit Fees, insert:
Subsection 109.2.1 – Permit Fees. Permit fees due shall reflect the fee schedule established by the Town.
I. At Section 109.2, Schedule of Permit Fees, insert:
Subsection 109.2.2 – Plan Review Fees. When a plan review is required for a project, the plan review fee shall reflect the fee schedule established by the Town and shall be collected at the time of document submittal and before any review of such documents by the building official commences.
J. At Section 109.2, Schedule of Permit Fees, insert:
Subsection 109.2.3 – Reinspections. A reinspection fee may be assessed for each inspection or reinspection when such portion of work for which inspection is called is not complete or when corrections called for by the building official are not made. Fees for investigations and work without a permit shall reflect the fee schedule established by the Town.
This subsection is not to be interpreted as requiring reinspection fees the first time a job is rejected for failure to comply with the requirements of this code, but as a tool for controlling the practice of calling for inspections before the job is ready for such inspections or reinspections.
Reinspection fees may be assessed when the inspection record card is not posted or otherwise available to the inspector, for failure to provide access on the date for which inspection is requested, or for deviating from the plans requiring approval of the building official.
To obtain a reinspection, the applicant shall pay the reinspection fee as set forth in the fee schedule adopted by the Town. If the Town has assessed a reinspection fee against an applicant, no additional inspection of the work will be performed until the required fees have been paid.
K. At Section 113.1, General, insert the following after the first sentence:
In the absence of an appointed board of appeals, all appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the building official relative to the application and interpretation of this code shall be heard and decided by the Town Board of Adjustment.
L. At Section 113.3, Qualifications, delete the entire section.
M. At Section 406.3.2.1, Dwelling Unit Separation, change all references of 1/2-inch gypsum board to 5/8-inch Type X gypsum board. Revise the second paragraph to read:
Garages beneath habitable rooms above by not less than two layers of 5/8-inch Type X gypsum board.
At the end of this section, insert:
Doors providing opening protection shall be maintained tight-fitting, self-closing and self-latching. Windows are not permitted in the separation wall. All walls supporting the fire-resistance rated ceiling shall be protected with 5/8-inch Type X gypsum board.
N. At Section 708.1, General, insert number 6 to read as follows:
Walls separating tenant spaces.
O. At Section 711, Horizontal Assemblies, insert:
Subsection 711.10 – Garage and Dwelling Unit Separation. Floor/ceiling assemblies providing a garage and dwelling unit separation shall be protected by not less than two layers of 5/8-inch Type X gypsum board or equivalent applied on the ceiling.
P. At Section 903.2, Where Required, delete the entire section (to include all subsections) and replace with a new Section 903.2 entitled “Where Required” to read as follows:
Automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be provided in the locations described in this Section.
Q. At Section 903.2, Where Required, insert the following subsections:
903.2.1, General. Unless expressly covered by one of the exceptions set forth below, an approved automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in all new commercial buildings and structures of all sizes and approved by the Fire Code Official. Installation of fire sprinkler systems shall be performed by an Arizona State licensed Fire Protection contractor.
Exception 1: Automatic fire sprinklers are not required in Group U occupancies.
Exception 2: Automatic fire sprinklers are not required for buildings or structures which were constructed and in use prior to January 8, 2009. This exception shall not apply if, after such date there is a discontinuation of use for a period of twelve (12) months, there is in the opinion of the Fire Chief, a change in use to a less restrictive use or there is an enlargement or structural alteration of the building or structure.
Exception 3. In addition to the general authority granted to the Town pursuant to Section 104.9, the Fire Chief shall have discretion to exempt other facilities from automatic fire sprinkler requirements where the size, intended use, and extent of use of that facility does not warrant the installation of fire sprinklers and alternate methods to secure public safety are provided. Such other facilities may include, but are not limited to: 1) unenclosed structures which are less than three thousand (3,000) square feet in size, at least fifty (50) percent open on the sides and used to protect humans, animals, or property from the sun or elements; 2) structures which are less than three hundred (300) square feet in size used to monitor access to a larger facility, site, or area; 3) structures temporarily used for a period not to exceed two (2) years for onsite storage or maintenance purposes, provided that the structure is not used for Group A, E, H, or I occupancies; and 4) mini self-storage units comprising a single building or group of buildings where primary or principal use of the facility is for storage.
R. At Section 903.3, Installation Requirements, change to read:
Automatic sprinkler systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with the 2018 International Fire Code, as amended.
S. At Section 1008.3.2, Buildings, add number 6 to read:
Toilet rooms other than single use toilet rooms.
T. At Section 1010.1.10, Panic and Fire Exit Hardware, revise wording as follows:
Doors serving a Group H occupancy and all other occupancy groups not covered by item 2 in Section 1010.1.9.4 serving rooms or spaces with an occupant load of 50 or more shall not be provided with a latch or lock unless it is panic hardware or fire exit hardware.
U. At Section 1011.7.3, Enclosures Under Interior Stairways, at the exception, change reference to “1/2-inch” to read “5/8-inch Type X.”
V. At Section 1013.6.3, Power Source, delete exception.
W. At Section 1612.3, Establishment of Flood Hazard Areas, insert “Town of Huachuca City” for the name of the jurisdiction and “8-08” for the date of issuance.
X. At Section 2406.3, Identification of Safety Glazing, delete the last sentence of the first paragraph and the following two exceptions.
Y. At Section 2902.2, Separate Facilities, insert Exception 4 to read:
In existing building occupancies, one public/employee restroom is permitted where the occupant load does not exceed 50 other than M occupancies, where the occupant load does not exceed 100 provided that the one restroom for all occupancies is code compliant with ICC A117.1 – 2017. Where it is technically infeasible to comply with the new construction standards, the above shall conform to the requirements to the maximum extend technically feasible.
Z. Specifically adopt Appendices J and K. (Ord. 22-01 § 2, 2022)
15.05.030 Must conform to zoning ordinance.
Whenever a building permit is issued and a building inspection performed, such building must conform to the provisions of the zoning ordinance of Huachuca City in addition to the provisions of the Uniform Building Code. (Prior code § 8-1-2)
15.05.040 Arizonans with Disabilities Act.
A. Standards and specifications set forth in Title 41, Chapter 9, Article 8, Arizona Revised Statutes (Arizonans with Disabilities Act) and its implementing rules, including “Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities” declared a public record by Resolution No. 96-015, as applying to public entities, are hereby adopted and incorporated as an amendment to the Uniform Building Code adopted in this chapter and made part thereof as though fully set forth therein. At least three copies of said amendment shall be filed in the office of the clerk and kept available for public use and inspection. Such standards and specifications shall apply to new construction and alterations and are not required in buildings or portions of existing buildings that do not meet the standards and specifications.
B. Standards and specifications set forth in Title 41, Chapter 9, Article 8, Arizona Revised Statutes (Arizonans with Disabilities Act) and its implementing rules, including “Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities” declared a public record by Resolution No. 96-015, as applying to public accommodations and commercial facilities, are hereby adopted and incorporated as an amendment to the Uniform Building Code adopted in this chapter and made a part thereof as though fully set forth therein. At least three copies of said amendment shall be filed in the office of the clerk and kept available for public use and inspection. Such standards and specifications shall apply to new construction and alterations commenced after September 3, 1996. (Ord. 96-11, 1996; prior code § 8-1-3)
15.05.050 Standard specifications.
That certain document entitled “The Uniform Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction from the Maricopa Association of Governments, 1979,” three copies of which are on file in the office of the clerk be and the same are hereby referred to, adopted and made a part hereof as though fully set out in this chapter. (Prior code § 8-8)