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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFD-010 - OrdinancesORDINANCE NO. 10 AN ORDINANCE OF THE FOOTHILL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 1 AND ADOPTING THE UNIFORM FIRE CODE, 1985 EDITION, AND MAKING CERTAIN DELETIONS, MODIFICATIONS AND AMENDMENTS THERETO. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE FOOTHILL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT: SECTION 1. ADOPTION OF THE UNIFORM FIRE CODE, 1985 EDITION The Board of Directors of the Foothill Fire Protection District hereby ordains as follows for the purpose of prescrib- ing regulations governing conditions hazardous to life and property from fire or explosion, that certain Code and Standards known as the Uniform Fire Code, including all appendices, and the Uniform Fire Code Standards published by the Western Fire Chiefs Association and the International Conference of Building Officials, being particularly the 1985 editions thereof and the whole thereof, save and except such portions as are here- inafter deleted, modified or amended by Section 7 of this Ordinance, of which Code and Standards not less than one copy has been and is now filed in the office of the Secretary of the Board of Directors of the Foothill Fire Protection District, and the same are hereby adopted and incorporated as fully as if set out at length herein, and from the date on which this Ordinance shall take effect, the provision thereof shall be controlling within the limits of the Foothill Fire Protection District. SECTION 2. ESTABLISHMENT OF FIRE SAFETY DIVISION The bureau of fire prevention shall be referred to as the Fire Safety Division. SECTION 3. DEFINITIONS Whenever the words "chief of the bureau of fire prevention" are used, they shall be held to mean "Fire Marshal" SECTION 4. ESTABLISHMENT OF LIMITS OF DISTRICTS IN WHICH STORAGE OF EXPLOSIVES AND BLASTING AGENTS IS TO BE PROHIBITED The storage of explosives and blasting agents is prohibited within District boundaries. SECTION 5. ESTABLISHMENT OF LIMITS OF DISTRICTS IN WHICH STORAGE OF FLAMmaBLE OR COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS IN OUTSIDE ABOVEGROUND TANKS IS PROHIBITED The storage of flammable or combustible liquid in outside aboveground tanks is prohibited within District boundaries. SECTION 6. ESTABLISHMENT OF LIMITS IN WHICH STORAGE OF LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GASES IS TO BE RESTRICTED. Pursuant to Section 82.105 of the Uniform Fire Code, the aggregate capacity of any one installation for the bulk storage of liquefied petroleum gases shall not exceed 2,000 water gallons in commercial, residential and other areas where, in the opinion of the Fire Chief having jurisdiction, the location of bulk storage of liquefied petroleum gases would create a threat to the occupants and property owners. SECTION 7. AMENDMENTS TO THE UNIFORM FIRE CODE Section 2.101 of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended to add Section (i) as follows: (i) The following persons are hereby authorized to enforce the provisions of this Code: Sheriff or any deputy sheriff Section 2.108 of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended to add Sections (a) and (b) as follows: (a) Fire suppression and rescue or emergency medical costs are recoverable in accordance with California Health and Safety Code Section 13009(a). (b) Any person who negligently or in violation of law causes a nonfire suppression emergency, including but not limited to situations such as traffic accident or spill of toxic or flammable fluids or chemicals, is liable for the costs of securing such emergency. Expenses incurred by the Fire Department for securing such an emergency situation shall constitute a debt of such person and is collectible by the Chief in the same manner as in the case of an obligation under contract, expressed or implied. Section 2.303 (b) of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended by adding the following: National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park, Quincy MA 02269 NFPA National Fire Codes Volumes 1 through 9 De Section 4.101 of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended by adding the following: 48. Fixed hood and duct extinguishing systems. Section 10.203 of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended by adding Sections (a) , (b) , (c) , (d) , (e) , and (f) , as follows: (a) Fire Hydrants Fire hydrants shall be installed as per fire flow and spacing requirements specified by the Foothill Fire Protection District for the type of development and in accordance with the standard specifica- tions of the Cucamonga County Water District. All fire hydrants shall meet or exceed the specifications of the Foothill Fire Protec- tion District. Fire hydrant assemblies shall be installed in accordance with the requirements of the Foothill Fire Protection District's "Stand- ard for Fire Hydrant Installation". Contractors shall be responsible for priming and painting all fire hydrants. Color shall be a high-grade safety yellow, as approved by the Fire Chief. 3 Contractor or developer shall be responsible for the purchase and installation of blue dot reflective hydrant markers for all fire hydrants. (b) Water System Design Where the water system is intended to become a portion of the "public water system", the design shall be approved by the Cucamonga County Water District. Private water systems which supply fire hydrants shall be designed and construc- ted in accordance with the same specifi- cations of the Cucamonga County Water District as adopted for the public water system. Where the water system will be of private ownership, the following general principles shall be used and the Fire District approval of design shall be obtained. Generally accepted good hydraulic practices including, but not limited to the following criteria, shall be used: (1) The developer shall refer to the required fire flow for his parti- cular type of development. (2) The water available in the area of proposed development shall be determined by conducting an on-site fire flow. This shall be accomplished by the owner/developer and witnessed by a representative of the Fire District. (3) Water system design shall be based on the premise that, with water flowing at the required rate estab- lished under "Fire Flows" for that particular type of development under consideration, at least 20 psi residual pressure shall remain in the system. (4) Any single fire hydrant installation shall deliver in excess of 1000 gpm. (5) Water mains shall be of grid design or looped where possible. (6) No six-inch water main supplying a fire hydrant shall exceed 500 feet in length when fed from one direction. (7) The developer shall test the water system, including the flowing of each fire hydrant, in the presence of a representative of the Foothill ~ire Protection District. NOTE: Acceptance of the water system shall be contingent upon successful completion of the above- mentioned tests. (8) (9) Minimum water main size shall be of six-inch inside diameter. Automatic fire sprinkler systems must be supplied in accordance with standards as approved by the Foothill Fire Protection District. (c) Private Water System and Fire Hydrant Maintenance Private water systems supporting a fire hydrant shall be maintained in a condition acceptable to the Foothill Fire Protection District. The owner of such private water systems shall be responsible for maintaining the system, including 4 repair or replacement of damaged fire hydrants and conducting an annual test similar to the acceptance test. Such test shall be made in the presence of a representative of the -- Foothill Fire Protection District. (d) Temporary Fire Hydrants Temporary, non-permanent fire hydrants, as approved by the Foothill Fire Protection District, may be allowed during the period of building construction. Due to the length of the construction period, type of construc- tion, or proximity to other uses, such facilities will be required to be installed prior to any combustibles being brought on site and shall be required to be removed before any buildings are approved for occu- pancy, o~ when permanent, operable hydrants are in existence. (e) Fire Department Connections Fire department connections and valves shall be installed at locations as approved by the Foothill Fire Protection District. (f) Fire Alarm Systems and Alarm Devices Fire alarm systems' conduit and appurte- nances, where required or installed, and fire alarm systems' monitoring, shall meet Fire District approval. 5 Fe Section 10.207(a) of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended by adding the following: Section 10.207(a). Required access shall be continuously maintained during building construction. Section 10.207(b) and Exception 1 of the Uniform Fire Code are hereby amended to read as follows: (b) Where Required. The access roadway shall be extended to within 150 feet travel distance of, and shall give reasonable access to, all portions of the exterior walls of the first story of any building. (An access road shall be provided within 50 feet of all buildings if natural grade between the access road and building is in excess of 30 percent.) Where the access roadway cannot be provided, approved fire protection system or systems shall be provided as required and approved by the Fire Chief. Je Section 10.207(d) of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended by adding the following: (d) Paving and Improvement. Fire lanes shall be paved to meet standards of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Where the Fire Chief deems it permissible, he may allow the use of natural grass surface if the following conditions are met: A gravel sub-surface is provided which will withstand 70,000 pounds in all weather conditions without significant compaction (engineering data to be provided). Other supporting material or block may be used if they meet the same criterion and/or conditions as stated in Section 10.207(d)1 above. Grass-covered restricted access shall be marked so that the supported driving area is clearly discernable. No dip, hump, or other surface irregularity shall: a. have an angle of approach of nine degrees (20%) or steeper; b. have an angle of departure of nine degrees (20%) or more; c. impede the movement of fire apparatus having a wheelbase of 248 inches, with a minimum ground clearance of eleven inches. Section 10.207(e) of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended to read as follows: (e) Width. The minimum unobstructed width of a fire apparatus access road shall not be less than twenty-six feet. EXCEPTION: The entranceway width to private commercial, industrial, or residential projects shall be twenty-six feet, unless an entry island is constructed, at which point the minimum roadway width shall be twenty feet on each side of the island. This provision is not intended to include the standard dedicated residential street. Section 10.207(f) of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended to read as follows: (f) Vertical Clearance. All fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed vertical clear- ance of not less than 14 feet 6 inches. Section 10.207(g) of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended to read as follows: (g) Turning Area. The minimum outside radius of the paved surface shall be 55 feet. An addi- tional 6 feet of clear space shall be maintained beyond the outside radius from a point 6 feet above the paved surface to a point 14 feet 6 inches above the paved surface. Hammerhead turning areas may be permitted upon approval of the Fire Chief or his designate. Section 10.207(k) of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended to read as follows: (k) Obstruction. Access roadways, private roadways and public roadways shall be provided and main- tained in a passable condition at all times. Any obstruction or impedence to reasonable access may be repaired or removed forthwith by any public safety agency and the expense of repair or removal is to be borne by the owner of the road- way and, in the case of an obstructing vehicle or object, by the owner of said vehicle or object. Approved "NO PARKING" signs and/or other appropri- ate notice prohibiting obstructions may be re- quired and shall be maintained by the property owner. Section 10.207(1) of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended by adding the following: All fire lanes shall be posted according to the following Fire District standards: CURB PARKING ALLOWED . I ~ ETTERS LAIIE~ "X"5" WIDE STRIPING .4¢(If parking is desired on one side of the fire lane, this would apply.) :< i2" WHITE ON -.. PARKING RED BORDER ) FIRE RED ON .~.~LA~'I E WHITE ) 1" LETTERS/ Pe Curbs shall be painted red and/or approved fire lane signs installed for the length designated by the Foothill Fire Protection District. Said signs shall be installed no more than 100 feet apart on roads and accessways up to 1/4 mile in length. On roads and accessways in excess of 1/4 mile in length, said signs shall be installed no more than 200 feet apart. Section 10.207 of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended to add Section (m) as follows: (m) Ingress and Egress. In residential tract develop- ments and where cul-de-sac streets in excess of 600 feet exist, two separate and distinct points of access (ingress and egress) shall be provided. This may also be applied to certain industrial park developments. Article 10 of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended to add Section 10.210 "~ilding Certification". Section 10.210. The Fire Chief or his designate shall not certify any building or occupancy until he is satisfied that the requirements for fire protection facilities have actually been constructed and provided in accordance with the approved plan. The developer shall call the Fire District for inspections related to the construction of required fire protection facilities. Article 10 of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended to add Section 10.211 "Access Doors". Section 10.211. Access doors shall be provided at near ground level for fire fighting purposes in accordance with the Uniform Building Code. There shall be at least one door not less than 3 feet in width and not less than 6 feet 8 inches in height within the required travel distance. Travel distance between said doors shall not exceed 150 feet, or major fraction thereof, on the exterior wall which faces the access roadway. (For access door require- ments relating to high-piled stock, see Uniform Fire Code Section 81.t09(b).) For aesthetic reasons, safety glass (tempered glass) panels, the same size as the access doors (3'8"x6'8") may be used as a suitable option for the regular access doors. These glass panels shall be marked with the appropriate reflective marking symbol, as required by the Fire District, for ease of location by fire fighting personnel. Metal roll-up doors are not acceptable for such purposes. All 8 subsequent floors above the ground floor shall have a safety glass (tempered glass) panel installed the same size as the windows on that floor at a point directly above where the 3'0"x6'8" panels have been installed on the ground floor. These windows shall also be marked with the appropriate reflective symbol. Section 10.301(a) of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended by adding the following: In no case shall the portable extinguisher(s) be less than a 2A10BC. Re Section 10.302 (a) of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended to read as follows: (a) General. All sprinkler systems, fire hydrant systems, standpipe systems, fire alarm systems, portable fire extinguishers, smoke and heat ventila- tors, smoke removal systems and other fire protective or extinguishing systems or appliances shall be main- tained in an operative condition at all times and shall be replaced or repaired where defective. All portable fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually by a fire extinguisher service contractor licensed by the State Fire Marshal. Fire protective or extinguish- ing systems coverage, spacing and specifications shall be maintained in accordance with recognized standards at all times. Such systems shall be extended, altered or augmented as necessary to maintain and continue protection whenever any building so equipped is altered, remodeled or added to. All additions, repairs, alterations and servicing shall be in accordance with recognized standards and shall be approved by the Fire District. EXCEPTION: Systems not required by this or any other code need not be extended, altered or augmented. Soda acid, foam, loaded stream, anti-freeze and water fire extinguishers of the inverting types shall not be recharged or placed in service for fire protection use. Se Section 10.306(a) of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended by adding the following to the "Exception": Should two-hour fire walls be used to separate one multiple dwelling complex into two, then such fire walls shall be constructed according to the approved Fire District standards as shown: 10 T$ Section 10.306 of 'the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended by adding Section (a) 3 as follows: (a) 3. All multiple dwelling complexes three or more stories in height or containing more than fifteen dwelling units shall install audible fire alarms on the exterior of the building, which shall be interconnected to the smoke alarms in each dwelling unit. The alarms shall be installed so that, if any smoke alarm should be activated in any dwelling unit in a particular building, all of the fire alarms located on that building shall be activated. The fire alarms shall be located so that all occupants in any particular building will be alerted simultaneously. The system shall include the installation of an enunciator panel at a central location which, when activated, shall indicate the smoke detector involved. The entire system shall have a battery back-up capable of maintaining the system for at least twenty- four hours. Annual maintenance shall be performed on the system to assure that it will function properly when needed. A copy of the mainten- ance contract shall be provided to the Foothill Fire Protection District prior to occupancy of the building(s). This provision is irrespective of the instal- lation of any type of fire separation wall. Section 10.309 of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended by adding Section (a) as follows: 11 (a) Sprinkler monitoring. All sprinkler systems fed by two or more sprinkler risers shall have all the risers monitored by an alarm system. The occupant(s) served by the riser(s) shall be noted by name and address and this information shall be supplied to the Foothill Fire Protection District by the building owner and/or occupant for entry at the fire dispatch center. The riser(s) shall be numbered and monitored immediately upon completion of the sprinkler system. If the building has 24-hour on-site security, a panel shall be supplied within the security area which will indicate the riser(s) affected. A phone call from the security personnel to fire dispatch shall then be made with the proper information (i.e., riser affected and portion of building protected by that riser, such as "north side of building", etc.). If the building does not have 24-hour on-site security, a panel shall be installed immediately inside the main entry door leading into the office area. Attached to the front of the panel or affixed on the wall immediately adjacent to the panel shall be a diagram of the building and the placement of the risers by number. The Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended to add Article 14, Section 14.101 as follows: ARTICLE 14 ONE AND TWO FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS Section 14.101. Fire Flow and Fire Hydrant Requirements Required fire flow shall be not less than 1000 gallons per minute (GPM). Such fire flow for fire protection purposes shall be supplied by a water system of approved design and with water mains having a minimum inside diameter of 6 inches. Fire flow and fire hydrant spacing shall be as follows: Single Family Dwellings Less than 1 per acre Fire Flow Duration Fire Require- Require- Hydrant ments ments Spacing 1 story 1000 gpm 2 hours 500 feet 2 stories 1000 gpm 2 hours 500 feet 1 story (hazardous terrain) 1000 gpm 2 hours 400 feet 2 stories (hazardous terrain) 1250 gpm 2 hours 400 feet 1 or 2 per acre 1 story 1000 gpm 2 hours 500 feet 2 stories 1000 gpm 2 hours 500 feet 1 story (hazardous terrain) 1250 gpm 2 hours 400 feet 2 stories (hazardous terrain) 1500 gpm 2 hours 400 feet 12 Single Family Dwellings (Continued) More than 2 per acre Fire Flow Duration Fire Require- Require- Hydrant ments ments Spacing 1 story 1000 gpm 2 hours 500 feet 2 stories 1250 gpm 2 hours 500 feet 1 story (hazardous terrain) 1500 gpm 2 hours 400 feet 2 stories (hazardous terrain) 1750 gpm 2 hours 400 feet Two Family Dwellings (Duplex) 1 story 1500 gpm 2 hours 300 feet 2 stories 1750 gpm 2 hours 300 feet 1 story (hazardous terrain) 1750 gpm 2 hours 300 feet 2 stories (hazardous terrain) 2000 gpm 2 hours 300 feet The Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended to add Section 14.102 as follows: Section 14.102. Fire Protection Requirements for Apartment Houses, Other Multiple Family Residential Developments, Hotels, Motels, Hospitals, Convales- cent Homes, Nursing Homes and Similar Residential Type Institutions and Places of Public Assembly, Such as Churches, etc. (a) Fire flow and fire hydrant spacing shall be as follows: Limited Multiple Residences 1 and 2 Stories Fire Flow Duration Fire Require- Require- Hydrant ments ments Spacing Less than 5000 sq. ft. 5000 to 9999 sq. ft. 10,000 to 14,999 sq. ft. 15,000 to 19,999 sq. ft. 20,000 to 24,999 sq. ft. 25,000 to 29,999 sq. ft. 30,000 or more sq. ft. 2000 gpm 2 hours 300 feet 2500 gp~ 2 hours 300 feet 3000 gpm 2 hours 300 feet 3500 gpm 3 hours 300 feet 4000 gpm 3 hours 300 feet 4500 gpm 4 hours 300 feet 5000 gpm 5 hours 300 feet 13 (b) Three-story dwellings and all other structures under this section shall be at least 3000 gpm. (c) For all structures over three stories in height and for developments where variables represent additional hazards, greater fire flow may be required. Variables may relate to type of construction, configuration of exposure condi- tions and use. (d) In cases where building dimensions exceed 150 lineal feet in length or width, or where access to other building areas is restricted, additional vehicular access may be required. The Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended to add Section 14.103 as follows: Section 14.103. Fire Protection Requirements for Commercial, Industrial Developments. (a) Fire Flow Isolated or strip commercial or industrial developments not exceeding two stories in height shall be not less than 3000 gpm; Neighborhood commercial centers or industrial clusters with buildings not exceeding two stories in height shall be not less than 3500 gpm; 14 Regional commercial shopping centers or industrial parks of any height shall be not less than 4000 gpm; Where development variables present addi- tional hazards, greater fire flow may be required. These variables may include, but are not limited to, type of construction, building height, materials and processes housed and configuration of exposure condi- tions. Automatic fire sprinkler systems and other wet systems may require greater fire flow in order to meet the standards of Fire Insurance Underwriters. Required fire flow shall not be less than 1500 gpm. (b) Hydrant Spacing Maximum hydrant spacing shall not exceed 300 feet. An. The Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended to add Section 14.104 as follows: Section 14.104. General Requirements and Standards for Fire Protection. The following are requirements in the development of fire protection facilities. When reference is made to specifications of the Foothill Fire Protec- tion District, this shall, in fact, have reference to "Standard Specifications for Installation of 16-Inch Diameter and Smaller Water Mains, Valves and Appurtenances" (latest edition), approved and adopted by the Board of Directors of the Cucamonga County Water District, and subsequent adopted amendments thereto. Section 25.116(b) 2K of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby deleted. Section 25.117 of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended to read as follows: Section 25.117. Standby Firefighter. Whenever, in the opinion of the Chief, it is essential for public safety in any place of public assembly or any other place where people congregate, due to the number of persons or the nature of the performance, exhibition, display, contest or activity, the owner, agent or lessee shall employ one or more experienced firefighters, as required and approved by the Chief, to be on duty at such place. Said firefighters shall be subject to the Chief's orders at all times when so employed and shall be in uniform and remain on duty during the times such places are open to the public, or when such activity is being conducted. Before each performance or the start of such activity, said firefighters shall inspect the required fire appliances provided to see that they are in proper place and good working order, and shall keep diligent watch for fires during the time such place is open to the public or such activity is being conducted and shall take prompt measures for extinguishment of fires that may occur. The firefighter shall also perform, as required, emergency medical care. The firefighters shall not be required or permitted, while on duty, to perform any other duties than those herein specified. 15 BB. CC. DD. Article 61.106 (c) of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended to delete the phrase "R, Division 3" Article 79, Division XIV of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended by adding the following: Section 79.1400. Locations Prohibited. Bulk plants for flammable or combustible liquid shall be prohibited in all mercantile districts, closely built commercial areas and heavily populated areas. The Fire Chief shall be the final determining authority. Article 80 of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended by adding Section 80.112(a), (b), and (c), as follows: Section 80.112. Parking Garages. (a) Parking on Thoroughfare. Any vehicle contain- ing hazardous materials shall not be left unattended on any residential street nor in or within 500 feet of any residential area, apartment or hotel complex, educational, hospital or care facility at any time, or at any other place that would, in the opinion of the Chief, present an extreme life hazard. In locations other than those specified in this section, a driver shall not leave the vehicle unattended on any street, highway, avenue or alley. EXCEPTIONS: The necessary absence in connection with loading or unloading the vehicle; but during actual discharge from the vehicle, the provisions of Section 80.112(b) shall apply. Stops for meals during the day or night, if the street is well lighted at the point of parking. When, in case of accident or emergency, the operator must leave to obtain assis- tance. (b) Parking Off Thoroughfare. Any vehicle contain- ing hazardous materials shall not be parked at any one point for longer than one hour. 16 EE. FF. GG. HH. EXCEPTIONS: 1. Off a street, highway, avenue or alley. At other approved locations not less than 50 feet from any building except those approved for the storage or serving of such vehicle. When, in case of breakdown or other emergency, the operator must leave the vehicle to take necessary action to correct the emergency. (c) Garaging. Vehicles containing hazardous materials shall not be parked or garaged in any buildings other than those specifically approved for such use by the Chief. Section 81.107 of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended to add to Section (b) 3 the following: (b)3. With prior approval from the Fire District, the owner/builder has the option of either providing smoke removal in accordance with Section 81.107 or roof vents and draft curtains per Section 81.107 and Table No. 81.107. Conditions shall be subject to review and approval by the Fire Chief or his designate. Section 82.105 of the Uniform Fire Code is hereb~ amended to add Section (g) as follows: (g) Liquefied petroleum gas containers and tanks shall be positioned in relation of one to another in such manner so that the length axis of each tank is parallel to other tanks. Section 85.104 of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended to read as follows: Section 85.104. It shall be unlawful to maintain any electrical wiring, appliance, apparatus, or device in violation of the Electrical Code. When any electrical hazards are identified, measures to abate such conditions shall be taken. The Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended to add Section 85.110, "Electrical Cords", to read as follows: 17 Section 85.110. Electrical cords shall have no splices, tape, breaks or deterioration of insula- tion covering. Cords shall not be run through holes in walls, ceilings, floors, doorways or windows; underneath carpeting; behind walls, ceilings or floors; or attached to building surfaces by metal fasteners. SECTION 8. CLEARANCE OF BRUSH OR VEGETATIVE GROWTH FROM ROADWAYS Section 17 of Appendix IIA is hereby amended to read as follows: Section 17. Clearance of Brush or Vegetative Growth from Roadways. (a) The Chief may require brush, vegetation or debris to be removed and cleared within 10 feet on each side of every roadway and access drive, and slay enter upon private property to do so. This section shall not apply to single specimens of trees, ornamental shrubbery or cultivated ground cover such as green grass, ivy, succulents or similar plants used as ground covers, provided they do not form a means of readily transmitting fire. As used in this section, "roadway" means that portion of a highway or private street improved or ordinarily used for vehicular travel. (b) If the Chief! determines in any specific case that difficult terrain, danger of erosion or other unusual circumstances make strict compliance with the clearance of vegetation provision of Sections 15, 16 or 17 of this appendix undesirable or impractical, he may suspend enforcement thereof and require reasonable alternative measures designed to advance the purposes of this article. (c) In the event the abatement is not performed as required in Subsection (a) of this section, the Executive Body may instruct the Chief to give notice to the owner of the property upon which said condition exists to correct such prohibited condition and, if the owner fails to correct such condition, the Executive Body may cause the same to be done and make the expense of such correction a lien on the property upon which such conditions exist. 18 SECTION 9. FIRE DISTRICT PERMITS General use permits and certificates shall be required for any activity or operation which, in the judgement of the Fire Chief or his designate, is likely to produce conditions hazardous to life and property (Uniform Fire Code Article 4, Section 4.101). Permits are required from the Fire Safety Division of the Foothill Fire Protection District. Every application for a required permit shall be accompanied by fees as set forth in the Schedule of Fees. SECTION 10. APPEALS Whenever the Chief disapproves an application or refuses to grant a permit applied for, or when it is claimed that the provisions of the Code do not apply or that the true intent and meaning of the Code have been misconstrued or wrongly interpreted, the applicant may appeal the decision of the Chief to the Board of Appeals within 30 days from the date of the decision appealed. SECTION 11. VIOLATION OF ORDINANCE: ISSUANCE OF CITATION The Foothill Fire Protection District hereby authorizes the Fire Chief or his duly authorized agents to issue citations for violation of this Ordinance in the same manner as county, city or city and county are authorized to so provide by Chapter 5C (Section 853.6) of the Penal Code. SECTION 12. PENALTY All violations of this Code shall be deemed infrac- tions with the exception of Article 3. Be Each such person, firm or corporation shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense upon each day during any part of which any violation of any of the provisions of this Code is committed, continued, permitted or maintained by such person, firm or corporation, and shall be punishable therefore as herein provided. The application of!! the above penalty shall not be held to prevent the enforced removal of prohibited conditions. SECTION 13. REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES All former ordinances or parts thereof conflicting or inconsistent with the provisions of this Ordinance or of the Code or Standards hereby adopted are hereby repealed. 19 SECTION 14. VALIDITY The Board of Directors of the Foothill Fire Protection District hereby declares that should any section, paragraph, sentence or word of this Ordinance or of the Code or Standards hereby adopted be declared for any reason to be invalid, it is the intent of the Board of Directors of the Foothill Fire Protection District that it would have passed all other portions of this Ordinance independent of the elimination herefrom of any such portion as may be declared invalid. SECTION 15. DATE OF EFFECT This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force thirty days after its approval, as required by law. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 13th day of March, 1986. FOOTHILL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT expander, President William J. 20 :va STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO ) CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA ) I, L. DENNIS MICHAEL, Secretary in and for the Foothill Fire Protection District, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 10 of said District was introduced at a regular meetinq of said District held on the 13th Day of March , 1986, and passed thereafter on the 13th day of March , 1986, by the followinq vote: AYES: Alexander, Egqleston, Latipow, Lyons, Wheatley NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE