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Home My WebLink AboutFD-057 - OrdinanceORDINANCE NO. FD 57 AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2019 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, WITH ERRATA, TOGETHER WITH CERTAIN CHANGES, MODIFICATIONS, AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, AND EXCEPTIONS; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF PERMITS AND COLLECTION OF FEES; AND REPEALING CONFLICTING ORDINANCES. The Board of Directors of the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District hereby ordains as follows: SECTION 1. Repeal of Conflicting Ordinances Ordinance No. FD 56 of the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and any provisions of any District ordinance that are in conflict with the Fire Code hereby adopted are hereby repealed provided, however, that such repeal shall not affect or excuse any violation of either Ordinance or any such conflicting provisions, occurring prior to the effective date hereof. SECTION 2. Fire Code Adopted The Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District (hereinafter District or Fire District) hereby adopts by reference as the District's Fire Code, the 2019 California Fire Code as published by the California Building Standards Commission, with errata, including Appendix Chapter 4; Appendices A, B, BB, C, CC, H, I, N, and O; and Referenced Standards, with the changes, modifications, amendments, additions, deletions, and exceptions prescribed in Section 4 of this ordinance, and the same are hereby adopted for safeguarding of life, property, and the community from injury; fire; explosion; hazardous materials, substances, devices, conditions, processes, activities, operations, practices, and functions; environmental damage; and economic harm, and providing for the issuance of permits and the collection of fees. Each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions, and terms of said Fire Code, a copy of which is on file in the office of the Secretary of the Board of Directors of the Fire District, are hereby referred to, adopted, and made a part hereof as if fully set out in this ordinance, subject only to the amendments and deletions herein. 2.1 Definitions. As used in the Fire Code, the terms set forth below are defined as follows: 2.1.1 The terms "Board of Directors" and "Directors" shall mean the governing body of the District. 2.1.2 The terms "department", "Department", "district", "District", "fire department", "fire district", "Fire District", "jurisdiction", and "Jurisdiction" where used in the Fire Code and this ordinance to identify the local fire authority shall mean the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District. 2.1.3 The term "fire code official" shall mean the fire chief or his/her designee charged with the implementation, administration, and enforcement of the Fire Code. 2.1.4 The term "governing body" shall mean the Board of Directors of the District. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 1 of 50 2.1.5 The term "jurisdiction" shall mean all of the territory, land, buildings, structures, and premises within the legal boundary of the District. 2.1.6 The term "Municipal Code" shall mean the Municipal Code of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. 2.2 Fees 2.2.1 Reasonable fees, not to exceed fully burdened actual costs, may be collected by the fire code official for fire protection planning, fire prevention services, inspections, permit issuance, standby personnel, and emergency operations as allowed by the Fire Code, this ordinance, and as prescribed by any and all District fee resolutions. 2.3 Distinguishing Between Model Code Language; California Amendments; and Local Additions, Amendments, Deletions, and Other Changes 2.3.1 International Fire Code and California Code of Regulations Title 14 model code language appears in regular type. 2.3.2 California amendments to the model code language appear in italics. 2.3.3 Local additions, amendments, noteworthy deletions, and other material changes are identified by the use of underlining. 2.3.4 Code sections that have not been amended or changed in any manner are occasionally included in this ordinance to keep the additions, amendments, deletions, and other changes in context. SECTION 3. Fire Code Adoption Matrix 3.1 The following Fire Code Adoption Matrix is provided as a single reference showing which chapters and appendices of the 2019 California Fire Code are adopted by this Ordinance and which chapters and appendices have been amended by this Ordinance. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 2 of 50 Fire Code Adoption Matrix — Divisions and Chanters Division/ Chapter/ Appendix Title Adopt California Code without Amendments Adopt California Code with Local Amendments Adopt IFC Model Code with State/Local Amendments Not Adopted - Reference Only Division I California Administration X Division 11 Administration X Ch.2 Definitions X Ch. 3 General Requirements X Ch. 4 Emergency Planning and Preparedness X Ch. 5 Fire Service Features X Ch. 6 Building Services and Systems X Ch. 7 Fire and Smoke Protection Features X Ch. 8 Interior Finish, Decorative Materials and Furnishings X Ch. 9 Fire Protection and Life Safety System X Ch. 10 Means of Egress X Ch. 11 Construction Requirements for Existing Buildings X Ch.12 Energy Systems X Ch.13-19 RESERVED Ch. 20 Aviation Facilities X Ch.21 Dry Cleaning X Ch. 22 Combustible Dust -Producing Operations X Ch. 23 Motor Fuel -Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages X Ch. 24 Flammable Finishes X Ch. 25 Fruit and CropRipening X Ch. 26 Fumigation and Insecticidal Fogging X Ch. 27 Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities X Ch. 28 Lumber Yards... and Woodworking Facilities X Ch. 29 Manufacture of Organic Coatings X Ch. 30 Industrial Ovens X Ch. 31 Tents, Temp Structures and Other Membrane Structures X Ch. 32 High -Piled Combustible Storage X Ch. 33 Fire Safety During Construction and Demolition X Ch. 34 Tire Rebuilding and Tire Storage X Ch. 35 Welding and Other Hot Work X Ch.36 Marinas X Ch. 37 Combustible Fibers X Ch.38 RESERVED Ch. 39 Processing and Extraction Facilities X Ch.40-47 RESERVED Ch. 48 Motion Picture and Television Production Studio Sound Stages X Ch. 49 Requirements for Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Areas X Ch. 50 Hazardous Materials — General Provisions X Ch.51 Aerosols X Ch.52 RESERVED Ch. 53 Compressed Gases X Ch. 54 Corrosive Materials X Ch. 55 Cryogenic Fluids X Ch. 56 Explosives and Fireworks X Ch. 57 Flammable and Combustible Liquids X Ch. 58 Flammable Gases and Flammable Cryogenic Fluids X Ch. 59 Flammable Solids X Ch. 60 Highly Toxic and Toxic Materials X Ch. 61 Liquefied Petroleum Gases X Ch. 62 Organic Peroxides X Ch. 63 Oxidizers, Oxidizing Gases, and Oxidizing Cryogenic Fluids X Ch. 64 Pro horic Materials X Ch. 65 Pyroxylin Cellulose Nitrate Plastics X Ch. 66 Unstable (Reactive) Materials X Ch. 67 Water -Reactive Solids and Liquids X Ch.68-79 RESERVED Ch. 80 Referenced Standards X Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 3 of 50 Fire Code Adoption Matrix — Appendices Appendix Title Adopt Appendix without Amendments Adopt Appendix with Local Amendments Adopt IFC Model Code with State/Local Amendments Not Adopted - Reference Only App. Ch. 4 Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy X App. A Board of Appeals X App. B and BB Fire -Flow Requirements for Buildings X App. C and CC Fire Hydrant Locations and Distributions X A. D E F, G Various X App. H Hazardous Materials Management Plan X App. I Fire Protection Systems — Noncompliant Conditions X A. J L M Various X App. N Indoor Trade Shows and Exhibitions X App. O Temporary Haunted Houses Ghost Walks and Similar... X SECTION 4. Local Amendments to the California Fire Code. Except as modified by an express change, modification, amendment, addition, deletion, or exception in this section, and as reflected in the Fire Code Adoption Matrix in Section 3, above, all sections, subsections, tables, chapters and appendices as published in the 2019 California Fire Code are adopted by reference and made part of the Fire Code. Only those sections, subsections, tables, chapters and appendices so modified are set forth below in Section 4. DIVISION II ADMINISTRATION PART 1— GENERAL PROVISIONS SECTION 101 GENERAL 101.1 Title. These regulations shall be collectively known as the Fire Code of the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District (District or Fire District), and the same is sometimes herein referred to as "this code." SECTION 102 APPLICABILITY 102.1 Construction and design provisions. The construction and design provisions of this code shall apply to: 1. Structures, facilities, and conditions arising after the adoption of this code. 2. Existing structures, facilities, and conditions not legally in existence at the time of adoption of this code. 3. Existing structures, facilities, and conditions when required in Chapter 11 as amended. 4. Existing structures, facilities, and conditions which, in the opinion of the fire code official, constitute a distinct hazard to life or property. 102.7 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be those that are listed in Chapter 80 and Fire District standards approved by the fire code official. Such Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 4 of 50 codes and standards are requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference and as further regulated in Sections 102.7.1 through 102.7.3. 1-02.7.1 Conflicts. Where conflicts occur between provisions of this code and referenced codes and standards, the provisions of this code shall apply. 102.7.2 Provisions in referenced codes and standards. Where the extent of the reference to a referenced code or standard includes subject matter that is within the scope of this code, the provisions of this code, as applicable, shall take precedence over the provisions in the referenced code or standard. 102.7.3 Intent of the Code. Where the intent of the code is unclear due to differences that may occur between the provisions of this code and the referenced standards the fire code official shall determine which requirement meets the intent of this code. 102.10 Conflicting Provisions. Where there is a conflict between a general requirement and a specific requirement, the specific requirement shall be applicable. Where, in a specific case, different sections of this code specify different materials, methods of construction, or other requirements, the most restrictive shall govern. Provisions of the California Code of Regulations that are included in this code specifically or by reference shall prevail except where this code or a referenced code or standard contains a more restrictive requirement. 102.13 State Responsibility Area. State Responsibilitv Area (SRA) within the District shall be subject to the provisions of California Code of Regulations Title 14 Division 1 5 Chapter 7 Subchapter 2 known as the "SRA Fire Safe Regulations" except when provisions of this code are more restrictive than the corresponding provisions of Title 14. Exception: When in the opinion of the fire code official the provisions of the SRA Fire Safe Regulations are better suited to the conditions, circumstances or practical difficulties existing or inherent in the SRA, the requirements of the SRA Fire Safe Regulations that are less restrictive than this code may be approved in whole or in part for a specific application or project. The approval of a less restrictive provision of the SRA Fire Safe Regulations over a more restrictive provision of this code in one case shall not be construed to be an approval in any other case. 102.13.1 Amendments. The SRA Fire Safe Regulations are amended as follows: 1270.04. Provisions for Application of these Regulations This subchapter shall be applied as follows: (a) Local jurisdictions shall provide the Director and the District with notice of applications for grading permits, building permits, tentative parcel maps, tentative maps, and use permits for construction or development within SRA. (b) The District shall review and make fire protection recommendations on applicable construction or development permits or maps provided by the local jurisdiction. (c) The local jurisdiction shall ensure that the applicable sections of this subchapter and/or this code become a condition of approval of any applicable construction or development permit or map. 1270.09 Appeals. Where an exception is not granted by the inspection authority, the applicant may appeal such denial in accordance with Section 109 of this code. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 5 of 50 PART 2 — ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS SECTION 103 DEPARTMENT OF FIRE PREVENTION Deleted SECTION 104 GENERAL AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITIES 104.1 General. The fire code official is hereby authorized to implement, administer, and enforce the provisions of this code. The fire code official shall have the authority to render interpretations of this code and to adopt policies, procedures, rules, and regulations in order to clarify the application of its provisions. Such interpretations, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations shall be in compliance with the intent and purpose of this code. Such policies, procedures, rules, and regulations shall not have the effect of waiving requirements specifically provided for in this code. The fire code official is also authorized to implement administer, and enforce provisions of the Municipal Code where such authority has been granted. 104 1 1 Appointment. The fire code official shall be appointed by the fire chief and shall hold his/her position in accordance with the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Rules and Regulations. 104 1 2 Deputies In accordance with the prescribed procedures of this jurisdiction and with the concurrence of the appointing authority, the fire code official shall have the authority to appoint a deputy fire code official other related technical officers, inspectors, and other employees. 10413 Other enforcement officers. The following persons are hereby authorized, during the course of their official duties to enforce the provisions of this code and to make arrests and issue citations as authorized by law: 1. The San Bernardino County Sheriff and any Deputy Sheriff 2. Officers of the United States Forest Service 3. The State Forest Ranger and Peace Officers of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) 4. Officers of the California Hi lwa Pool 5. Law enforcement and authorized members of fire agencies operating under automatic or mutual aid agreements within the boundaries of the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District 6. Employees of the City of Rancho Cucamonga's Building and Safety Department and Community Improvement Division who have been expressly designated ted b their appointing authority as having the power of arrest or the authority to issue administrative citations. 104 1 4 Liability. The fire code official member of the board of appeals, officer, or employee charged with the enforcement of this code while acting in that capacity for the jurisdiction, shall not thereby be rendered civilly or criminallyliable able personally, and is hereby relieved from all personal liability for any damage accruing to persons or property as a result of an act required or permitted in the discharge of official duties. 104 1 5 Legal defense. Any suit or criminal complaint instituted against any officer or employee because of an act erformed by that officer or employee in the lawful discharge of duties and under the provisions of this code shall be defended by the legal representative of the jurisdiction until the Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 6 of 50 final termination of the proceedings. The fire code official or any subordinate or hired agent of the District shall not be liable for costs in an action, suit or proceeding that is instituted in pursuance of the provisions of this code; and any officer of the District, acting in good faith and without malice, shall be free from liability for acts performed under any of its provisions or by reason of any act or omission in the performance of official duties in connection therewith. 104.8 Modifications. Where 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 impractical and the modification is in compliance with the intent and purpose of this code and that such modification does not lessen the health, life and fire safety requirements. The details of action granting modifications shall be recorded and entered in the files of the District. 104.12 Cost recovery generally. Costs incurred by the District for fire suppression, investigation, rescue, emergency medical care, responses to a traffic collision or accident, responses to a false or unwanted alarm or a malfunctioning alarm system, and containment/mitigation of a hazardous materials release are recoverable in accordance with Health and Safety Code Sections 13009 and 13009.1 and Government Code Section 53150 et sea. Any person who negligently or intentionally, or in violation of law, causes an emergency response is liable for any and all of the costs associated with the emergency and the emergency response. Any expense incurred by the District in responding to and securing such an emergency situation shall constitute a debt of such person and shall be collectible by the District in the same manner as in the case of an obligation under contract, expressed or implied. Fire inspection costs are recoverable in accordance with the District's Fee Resolution. 104.13 Cost recovery for nuisance abatement. All costs actually incurred by the District in any action, administrative proceeding or special proceeding to abate a violation of this code, which constitutes a nuisance, may be recovered by the District by means authorized by law, including but not limited, to lien or special assessment according to the requirements of law, and there shall be a right to appeal pursuant to section 109.1 of this code. An "action" or "proceeding" means any civil or administrative proceeding or appeal therefrom. Attorney's fees incurred by the District in such proceedings maybe recovered by the prevailing_ party if the District elected at the initiation of the action or proceeding to recover its own fees. In no action or proceeding of any type shall an award of attorney's fees to a prevailing party exceed the amount of reasonable attorney's fees. 104.14 Subpoenas. The District shall have the power to issue subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum. This power shall be exercised and enforced in the manner provided by the Government Code, and such powers shall extend only to business of the District in investigating and enforcing violations of this code and other laws enforceable by the District. Subpoenas shall be signed by the chair or clerk of the District Board. Any member of the Board, or any person otherwise so empowered may administer oaths to, or take affirmations from, witnesses before the Board. SECTION 105 PERMITS 105.1 General. Permits shall be in accordance with this section. 105.1.4 Emergency Repairs. The fire code official shall be notified when equipment replacement and/or repairs must be performed in an emergency situation. In such cases, the replacement of Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 7 of 50 equipment and/or repairs are authorized to take place prior to the submittal of the plans and permit application for the necessary work. The fire code official is authorized to specify a time within which the plans and permit application must be submitted. 105.1.5 Repairs. Application or notice to the fire code official is not required for ordinary repairs to structures, equipment, or systems. Such ordinary repairs shall not include: a) cutting away of any wall partition or portion thereof, b) the removal or chap eg_ of any required means of egress; ss; c) rearrangement of parts of a structure affectingthe he egress ss requirements; d) alteration, replacement, or relocation of anstandpipe, fire protection water supply, automatic sprinkler system, fire alarm system or automatic fire -extinguishing shing system; e) replacement of a fire alarm control unit; f) change to the fire alarm communicating equipment; gay other work which, in the opinion of the fire code official, potentially affects life safety. 105.3.1 Expiration. 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 and fees shall be in accordance with the policies, procedures, and ordinances of the Building and Safety Department having jurisdiction, which shall be either the City of Rancho Cucamonga or the County of San Bernardino. Permits are not transferable and any change in occupancy, operation, tenancy, or ownership shall require that a new permit be issued. 105.3.2 Extensions. A permittee holding an unexpired permit shall have the right to apply for an extension of the time within which the permittee will commence work under that permit where work is unable to be commenced within the time required by this section for good cause and satisfactory reason. The fire code official and/or the building code official are authorized to grant, in writing, one or more extensions of the time period of a permit in accordance with the policies, procedures and ordinances of the Building and Safety Department having jurisdiction, which shall be either the City of Rancho Cucamonga or the County of San Bernardino. Such extensions shall be requested by the permit holder in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated. Expired permits, at the discretion of the fire code official and/or the building code official, may be returned to an unexpired status and extensions granted in accordance with this section. 105.5.1 Non-payment of permit fee. The fire code official is authorized to revoke a permit issued under the provisions of this code when the permittee fails to pay permit fees in accordance with the terms of the Permit Application or when a check or credit/debit card submitted for payment of the permit fee(s) is returned or declined. 105.6 Required operational permits. The fire code official is authorized to require and issue operational permits for the operations set forth in Fire District Standard 1-1. 105.7 Required construction permits. The fire code official is authorized to require and issue construction permits for work as set forth in Fire District Standard 1-2. SECTION 106 FEES 106.1 Fees. A permit shall not be issued until the fees i, f any, have been paid, nor shall an amendment or change to a permit be released until the additional fee, if any, has been paid. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 8 of 50 106.1.1 Collection of fees. The collection of previously approved fees can be waived or the amount collected can be reduced, by a resolution of the Board without affectingthe he approved fees 106.2 Schedule of permit fees. Fees for inspections and permits shall be established by a fee schedule Uproved by the Board. Assessed fees shall be due and payable in accordance with the policies of the District. 106.3 Work commencing before permit issuance. A person who commences any work, activity, or operation regulated by this code before obtaining the necessary permits shall be subject to a citation with a fine or an additional fee established by the Board, which shall be in addition to the required permit fees. 106.4 Related fees. The payment of the fee for the construction, alteration, removal, or demolition of work done in connection to or concurrently with the work or activity authorized by an operational permit shall not relieve the applicant or holder of the construction, alteration, removal, or demolition permit from the payment of other fees that are prescribed by law. The payment of the fee for a permit for a conditional or temporary use approved by the City or County shall not relieve the applicant or holder of the conditional or temporary use permit from the payment of other fees prescribed by law. The payment of the fee established by the Board for an inspection and/or operational permit shall not relieve the recipient of inspection services or the applicant or holder of an operational permit from the payment of other fees duly prescribed by the Board and any other governmental or regulato entity._ 106.5 Refunds.- The District is authorized to establish a policy allowing for refunds, reductions, or cancellations of fees that have been assessed or paid. SECTION 109 BOARD OF APPEALS 109.1 Board of appeals established. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions, or determinations made by the fire code official relative to the application and interpretation of this code, there shall be and is hereby created a board of appeals. The board of appeals shall be in accordance with Appendix A as amended. SECTION 110 VIOLATIONS 110.1 Unlawful acts. It shall be unlawful and a public nuisance for a person, firm, or corporation to erect, construct, alter, repair, remove, demolish, or utilize a building, occupancy, premises, system, equipment, or process regulated by this code, or cause same to be done, in conflict with or in violation of any of the provisions of this code, District ordinance or resolution, or other lawful order of the fire chief, fire code official, or their designees. 110.3 Notice of Violation. Where the fire code official finds a building, premises, vehicle, storage facility, outdoor area, equipment or equipment in use, process, or procedure that is in violation of this code, the fire code official is authorized to prepare a written notice of violation describing the conditions deemed unsafe and, where compliance is not immediate, specifying a time for re -inspection. Violations that are deemed to be immediately dangerous to life health or the environment will be subject to stop work or similar orders in accordance with Section 112 and prosecution and any and all penalties in accordance with this Section. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 9 of 50 110.3.3 Prosecution of violations. If the notice of violation is not complied with promptly, the fire code official is authorized to request the legal counsel of the jurisdiction to institute the appropriate legal proceedings at law or in equity to restrain, correct, or abate such violation or to require removal or termination of the unlawful occupancy of the structure in violation of the provisions of this code or of the order or direction made pursuant hereto. In addition to, or in place of, any other remedy which is allowed by law, administrative penalties may b�posed in connection with any violation of this code or District ordinance. 110.4 Violation penalties. Persons who shall violate a provision of this code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall erect, install, alter, repair, or do work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the fire code official, or of a permit or certificate used under provisions of this code, shall be guilty of a public nuisance and misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not more than $1,000 or by imprisonment not exceeding six months, or both such fine and imprisonment. The fire code official with the concurrence of the chief and the district attorneys District prosecutor, is authorized to issue administrative citations and fines as allowed by an ordinance of the Board of Directors in place of or in addition to, the violation penalties contained in this section. Each day that a violation continues after notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense. In addition to or in place of the foregoing_ penalties, administrative penalties pursuant to the District's Administrative Citation Ordinance ma b�posed in connection with any violation of this code or any District ordinance. Any person violating or who has violated any section of this code or District ordinance may be issued an administrative citation in accordance with the Administrative Citation Ordinance. In addition violations of this code may be abated by any other means authorized by law, including injunctive relief. These remedies are intended to be cumulative and not exclusive, and may be used in addition or in lieu of each other. SECTION 111 UNSAFE BUILDINGS 111.1 General. If during the inspection of a premises, a building or structure, or any building system, in whole or in part, is determined to be unsafe, the fire code official shall issue such notice or orders to remove or remedy the conditions as shall be deemed necessary in accordance with this section, and shall refer the building to the building department for any repairs, alterations, remodeling, removing, or demolition required. 111.1.1 Unsafe conditions. Structures, existing equipment, or operations that are or hereafter become unsafe or deficient because of inadequate means of egress or which constitute a fire hazard, or are otherwise dangerous to human life or the public welfare, or which involve illegal or improper occupancy, inadequate maintenance, or work without required permits, shall be deemed an unsafe condition. A vacant structure which is not secured against unauthorized entry as required by Section 311 shall be deemed unsafe. SECTION 112 STOP WORK ORDER 112.1 Order. Where the fire code official finds any operation, process, procedure, equipment, building, or work regulated by this code, any other code adopted by the City of Rancho Cucamonga or the County of San Bernardino or any State or Federal law, statute, or regulation, being performed in a manner contras to o the provisions of the applicable code, or in a dangerous or unsafe manner, the fire code official is authorized to issue a stop work order or similar order that prohibits the non -conforming Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 10 of 50 condition. Construction work that includes, but is not limited to repairs alterations remodeling, additions improvements removing demolition or installation for which a permit is required but has not been issued, is dangerous and unsafe. 112.4 Failure to comply. Any person who shall continue any work, process, or procedure; continue to operate any equipment; or continue to occupy any building regulated by and not in compliance with this code after having been served with a stop work or similar order, except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be subject to violation penalties as specified in Section 110.4. Each day that work continues in violation of a stop work order shall be deemed a separate offense. SECTION 114 ACCESS RESTRICTIONS 114.1 Public Lands. The chief is authorized to determine when conditions exist on public lands within the designated wildland-urban interface fire area that present an immediate exceptional and/or continuing danger. Such conditions include, but are not limited to critical fire weather conditions a red flag warning or fire weather watch issued by the National Weather Service dangerously low fuel moisture levels, density of the natural vegetation, imminent flooding or flooding in progress and similar hazards to individual and community safety. Upon making such a determination the chief is authorized to close the affected areas and prohibit entry. Exceptions 1. Residents and owners of private property and their invitees whose regular access to their property is through an affected area. 2. Entry, while in the course of duty, by peace or police officers; officials and employees of the District, San Bernardino County Fire Protection District CalFire, US Forest Service, and automatic and mutual aid fire departments; and all other public officials having legitimate business within the affected areas. 3. Entrby authorized persons engaged in the maintenance, repair, or installation of equipment owned and/or operated by public or private utilities or communications systems. 114.1.1 Continuing Authorization. Any closure of public lands authorized by the chief that will extend more than 15 calendar days shall be approved by the Board of Directors within 15 days of the effective date of the closure or at the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Board 114.1.2 Notification. Upon closing and prohibiting entry to public lands the chief shall within 24 hours, make notification of the closure through i a press release that includes at least one locally published newspaper and shall, within five days or as soon as practical post signs at the entry points of the affected areas indicating that the area is closed and entry is prohibited. 114.1.3 County Administered Lands. The closure of any public lands within the designated wildland-urban interface fire area that are administered by an agency or department of the County of San Bernardino shall be with the concurrence of the County Fire Warden / Chief of the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District. Any closure of such lands that will extend more than 15 days shall be with the concurrence of the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors 114.2 Private Property. With the consent of an owner of private property within the designated wildland-urban interface fire area the chief is authorized to prohibit entry onto private property Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 11 of 50 through the use of trespassing laws when the chief has determined that conditions exist that present an immediate, exceptional, and/or continuing danger to individual or community safety. 114.2.1 Notification. Signs prohibiting trespassing and indicating the existence of dangerous conditions shall be posted on the property. CHAPTER 2 DEFINITIONS 201.1 Scope. For the purposes of this code, the words and terms in this chapter and Fire District Standard 2-1 shall have the meanings shown in this chapter and Fire District Standard 2-1 unless otherwise expressly stated. 201.3 Terms defined in other codes and standards. Where terms are not defined in the California Fire Code but are defined in the California Building Code, California Mechanical Code, California Plumbing Code, standards and publications of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), FM Global Data Sheets, Fire District standards, other standards referenced in this code, or other nationally recognized fire safety standards, such term shall have the meanings ascribed to them in those codes and standards. CHAPTER 3 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AGAINST FIRE SECTION 301 GENERAL 301.2 Permits. Permits for operations or uses regulated by this chapter shall be required as set forth in section 105_ SECTION 304 COMBUSTIBLE WASTE MATERIAL 304.1.2 Vegetation. Weeds, grass, vines, trees, shrubs, ornamental and native landscaping=groves, vineyards gardens, and any other vegetation or the trimmings and litter from such ve etg ation that is capable of being ignited and endangering property shall be maintained and/or removed by the owner or occupant of the premises sufficiently to reduce the hazard to property and people. 304.1.2.1 Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Areas. Vegetation management, reduction, and clearance in wildland-urban interface fire areas shall be in accordance with Chapter 49 and Fire District Standard 49-1. 304.1.2.2 Weed and fire hazard abatement. Weed and fire hazard abatement shall be in accordance with Section 322, Fire District Standard 3-5, or the Municipal Code as applicable. SECTION 305 IGNITION SOURCES 305.4 Deliberate or negligent burning. It shall be unlawful to deliberately or through negligence set fire to or cause the burning of combustible material in such a manner as to endanger property or the health or safety of any person. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 12 of 50 SECTION 307 OUTDOOR FIRES 307.1 General. All outdoor fires, including but not limited to open burning bonfires recreational fires, contained fires, and fires in a portable or permanently installed or constructed outdoor open burning feature such as a fireplace, fire pit and fire bowl shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 3-1 and other applicable sections of this code. 307.2 Permits required. Permits for outdoor fires are required in accordance with Section 105. Note: The remainder of Section 307 is deleted and replaced with Fire District Standard 3-1 SECTION 308 OPEN FLAMES, OPEN FLAME DEVICES, AND FLAME PRODUCING FEATURES 308.1 General. Open flames, open flame devices, and flame producing features on all premises shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 3-2 and other applicable sections of this code. 308.2 Permits required. Permits for open flames, open flame devices, and flame producing features are required in accordance with Section 105. Note: The remainder of Section 308 is deleted and replaced with Fire District Standard 3-2 SECTION 309 POWERED INDUSTRIAL TRUCKS AND EQUIPMENT 309.1 General. Powered industrial trucks, electric carts/cars, and similar equipment including, but not limited to, floor scrubbers and floor buffers, shall be operated and maintained in accordance with this section. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. SECTION 310 SMOKING 310.1 General. The smoking or carrying of a lighted pipe, cigar, cigarette, or any other type of smoking paraphernalia or material is prohibited in accordance with the Municipal Code of the City of Rancho Cucamonga and in the areas indicated in Sections 310.2 through 310.8. SECTION 314 INDOOR DISPLAYS 314.1 General. Indoor displays constructed within any occupancy shall comply with Sections 314.2 through 314.4, Appendix N, and Fire District Standard 4-2. 314.1.1 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. 314.4 Vehicles. Liquid -fueled or gaseous -fueled vehicles, boats or other motorcraft shall not be located indoors except as follows: 1. Batteries are disconnected except where the fire code official requires that the batteries remain connected to maintain safety features. 2. Fuel in fuel tanks does not exceed one -quarter tank or 5 gallons (whichever is least). Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 13 of 50 3. Fuel tanks, fill openings, and filling connections are closed and sealed to prevent the escape of vapors and locked or secured to prevent tampering. 4. Fuel tanks are inspected for leaks and determined to be free from leaks prior to placing the vehicle in a building. 5. Vehicles, boats or other motorcraft equipment are not fueled or defueled within the building. 6. The location of vehicles or equipment does not obstruct means of egress. 7. In accordance with the applicable provisions of Appendix N. 314.4.1 Approved competitions and demonstrations. Liquid -fueled and gaseous -fueled vehicles and equipment approved by the fire code official for use in a competition or demonstration within a building shall comply with Sections 314.4.1.1 through 314.4.1.3. 314.4.1.1 Fuel storage. Fuel for vehicles or equipment shall be stored in approved containers in an approved location outside of the structure in an approved manner not less than 50 feet from the structure. Storage shall be in accordance with the applicable chapters and sections of this code_ 314.4.1.2 Fueling. Refueling shall be performed outside of the structure in an approved location not less than 20 feet from the structure. 314.4.1.3 Spills. Fuel spills shall be cleaned up immediately. SECTION 315 GENERAL STORAGE 315.1 General. Storage shall be in accordance with this section, other applicable sections of this code, and Fire District Standard 3-3. Outdoor pallet storage shall be in accordance with Sections 315.2 and 315.7. Indoor pallet storage shall be in accordance with Sections 315.2 and 315.8. Storage of commodities that expand with the absorption of water shall be in accordance with Sections 315.2 and 315.9_ 315.2 Permit required. Permits for miscellaneous combustible storage and high -piled combustible storage are required in accordance with Section 105. 315.8 Indoor pallet storage. Indoor pallet storage shall be in accordance with the applicable sections and chapters of this code. 315.9 Commodities that expand with the absorption of water. Storage of commodities that expand or have the potential to expand with the absorption of water, such as roll paper, shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 3-3. SECTION 316 HAZARDS TO FIRE FIGHTERS 316.6 Structures and outdoor storage underneath high -voltage transmission lines. Structures and outdoor storage underneath high -voltage transmission lines shall comply with Sections 316.6.1 and 316.6.2, respectively and Fire District Standard 3-3. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 14 of 50 316.6.1 Structures. Structures shall not be constructed within the utility easement beneath high - voltage transmission lines. Exceptions: 1. Restrooms and unoccupied telecommunications structures of noncombustible construction less than 15 feet in height. 2. Temporary structures less than 15 feet in height such as storage sheds sales offices and informational/management kiosks associated with uses such as community gardens, commercial nurseries, and sports facilities. 316.6.2 Outdoor storage. Outdoor storage within the utility easement underneath high -voltage transmission lines shall be limited to noncombustible material. Storage of hazardous materials including, but not limited to, flammable and combustible liquids is prohibited. Exceptions: 1. Combustible storage, including vehicles and fuel storage for backup power equipment serving public utility equipment, is allowed, provided that a plan indicating the storage configuration is submitted and approved by the fire code official. 2. Plants, trees, shrubs, and other vegetation, including combustible containers offered for sale. 3. Combustible materials used for garden boxes, trellises and other gardening and food cultivation associated with a community garden. 4. Fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides necessary for the operation of a community garden or commercial nursery in amounts that do not exceed an aggregate of 200 gallons or 500 pounds. SECTION 321 WASTE HANDLING AND RECYCLING FACILITIES 321.1 General. Waste handling, recycling and scrap facilities automobile wrecking -yards and junk yards shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 3-4 and other applicable sections of this code 321.2. Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. SECTION 322 WEED AND FIRE HAZARD ABATEMENT 322.1 General. Every owner of private real property within the iurisdiction of the Fire District shall abate all fire hazards created by weeds seasonal grasses tumbleweeds native plants and trees and other vegetation, vegetation litter, debris trash or combustible waste material from such property, including sidewalks, parkways, trails, and easements on such property unless the easement is under the sole control of another person or entity. Such abatement shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 3-5 or the Municipal Code as applicable and as determined by the fire code official All such fire hazards are declared to be a public nuisance as to which the costs of abatement as more fully described in Fire District Standard 3-5 and the Municipal Code may be specially assessed as provided in Health and Safety Code Sections 14902 and 14912 et sea or otherwise as provided by law. The procedures for abatement of fire hazards set forth in Fire District Standard 3-5 and the Municipal Code are not exclusive but are in addition to any and all other procedures set forth in this code for the abatement of nuisances and fire hazards. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 15 of 50 CHAPTER 4 EMERGENCY PLANNING AND PREPAREDNESS SECTION 401 GENERAL 401.10 Indoor and Outdoor Special Events. Public assemblages; carnivals, fairs, exhibits, trade shows and similar indoor or outdoor events; special amusement buildings, and seasonal sales lots shall comply with the provisions of this code and Fire District Standards 4-1 4-2 4-3 4-4 and Appendix N. 401.11 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. SECTION 402 DEFINITIONS 402.1 Definitions. Definitions are in accordance with Chapter 2 and Fire District Standard 2-1. SECTION 403 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS REQUIREMENTS 403.10.2.2 Emergency guide. Fire and life safety emergency guides shall be provided for Group R-2 occupancies. Guide contents, maintenance, and distribution shall comply with Sections 403.10.2.2.1 through 403.10.2.2.3 and Fire District Standard 4-5. 403.10.2.2.2 Emergency guide maintenance. Emergency guides shall be reviewed and approved by the fire code official. Emergency guides shall be reviewed at least annually by the owner, owner's association, and/or the manager. When it is determined that the emergency guide needs to be updated and/or modified, proposed changes shall be submitted to the fire code official for review and approval. 403.10.2.2.3 Emergency guide distribution. A copy of the emergency guide shall be given to each tenant prior to initial occupancy. Each tenant shall acknowledge in a manner acceptable to the fire code official and the owner or owner's agent the receipt of the fire emergency guide. Tenants shall provide such acknowledgement when updated versions of the emergency guide are provided. 403.12.1 Fire watch and safety standby personnel. Where, in the opinion of the fire code official, it is essential for public safety in a place of assembly or any other place where people congregate, because of the number of persons; the nature of the performance, exhibition, display, contest, or activity; or the presence of hazards and/or risks to people or property, the owner, agent, or lessee shall provide one or more qualified fire watch and/or safety standby personnel, as required and approved by the fire code official. Fire watch and standby personnel shall comply with Sections 403.12.1.1 and 403.12.1.2. 403.12.1.1 Duty Times. Fire watch and standby personnel shall remain on duty while places requiring a fire watch or safety observation are open to the public, or when an activity requiring a fire watch or standby_ personnel is being conducted. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 16 of 50 403.12.1.2 Duties. On -duty fire watch and safety standby personnel shall have the following responsibilities: 1. Keep diligent watch for fires, obstructions to means of egress, and other hazards. 2. Immediately report fires, smoke conditions, major injuries significantly unsafe conditions, and other dangerous circumstances and public safety concerns by notifying the 911 system. 3. Prohibit unauthorized persons from entering areas that are unsafe. 4. Take prompt measures for remediation of hazards and extinguishment of fires that occur. 5. Take prompt measures to assist in the evacuation of the public from structures and/or other areas of immediate danger in accordance with the conditions of the emeruencv. 6. Take prompt measures to assist with defending in place in accordance with the conditions of the emergency_ 7. Assist with emergency services as directed by first responders. 8. Unless determined otherwise by the public safety plan for gatherings, wear a uniform or be identifiable and distinguishable to the attendees and first responders. 403.12.2 Public safety plan for gatherings. Where the fire code official determines that an indoor or outdoor gathering of persons could have an adverse impact on public safety through diminished access to buildings, structures, fire hydrants, fire apparatus access roads, persons in need of emergency medical care, unrestricted access to the public way, and/or similar risks to general public safety or where such gatherings could adversely affect public safety services of any kind, the fire code official shall have the authority to order the development of, or prescribe a public safety plan that provides an approved level of public safety and addresses the following items: 1. Emergency vehicle ingress and egress. 2. Fire protection and extinguishment. 3. Emergency egress, escape routes, or defend -in -place procedures and/or locations. 4. Emergency medical services. 5. Public assembly areas. 6. The directing of both attendees and vehicles, including the parking of vehicles. 7. Vendor and food concession distribution. 8. The need for the presence of law enforcement. 9. The need for fire and emergency medical services personnel to be on site. 10. The need for a weather monitoring person. CHAPTER 5 FIRE SERVICE FEATURES SECTION 503 FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS ROADS 503.1 Where required. Fire apparatus access roads shall be provided and maintained in accordance with Sections 503.1.1 through 503.1.3 and Fire District Standard 5-1. 503.2 Specifications. Fire apparatus access roads shall be designed, d, engineered, installed and arranged in accordance with Sections 503.2.1 through 503.2.8 and Fire District Standard 5-1. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 17 of 50 [California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1. Section 3.05(a)] Fire Department Access and Egress. (Roads) (a) Roads. Required access roads from every building to a public street shall be all-weather, hard surfaced (suitable for use by fire apparatus) right-of-way not less than 26 feet in width. Such right-of-way shall be unobstructed and maintained only as access to the public street. Exception: The enforcing agency may waive or modify this requirement if in its opinion such all-weather, hard -surfaced condition is not necessary in the interest of public safety or welfare. 503.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 26 feet and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 14 feet 6 inches. Street widths are to be measured from top face of curb to top face of curb on streets with curb and gutter, from flowline to flowline on streets with rolled curbs from the edges of drivable surfaces capable of supporting the weight of fire apparatus where curbs are not provided. Exceptions 1. Gates shall be in accordance with Sections 503.5 and 503.6 and Fire District Standards 5-3 and 5-4. 2. Roads at entry medians constructed for private commercial, industrial, or residential developments shall be a minimum of 20 feet on each side. The road shall not be part of a radius turn. This exception does not apply to public streets. 3. Dimensions may be reduced when in the opinion of the fire code official there are practical difficulties with providingthe he required dimensions. 4. Dimensions may be increased when in the opinion of the fire code official required dimensions are not adequate to provide fire apparatus access or when dimensions are not adequate to concurrently provide fire apparatus access and evacuation. 503.2.3 Surface. Fire apparatus access roads shall be designed and maintained to support the imposed loads of fire apparatus and shall be surfaced so as to provide all weather driving capabilities. Permanent fire apparatus access roads utilizing surface material other than concrete or asphalt shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-2 and approved by the fire code official Temporary fire apparatus access roads shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 33-2. 503.2.4 Turning radius. The required turning radius of a fire apparatus access road shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-1. 503.2.5 Dead ends. Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet in length shall be provided with an approved area for turning around fire apparatus in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-1 . 503.2.7 Grade. The grade of the fire apparatus access road shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-1. 503.2.8 Angles of approach and departure. The angles of approach and departure for fire apparatus access roads shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-1. 503.3 Marking. Approved signs or other approved notices or markings that include the words NO PARKING — FIRE LANE shall be provided for fire apparatus access roads to identify such roads or 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. Fire apparatus access road marking shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-1. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 18 of 50 503.3.1 Marking during construction. When a construction site is enclosed by fencing or other barriers, or when the designated fire apparatus access is not readily Uparent during construction the location or locations of acceptable fire apparatus access to the construction site is required to be temporarily installed or displayed in a manner, location and duration acceptable to the fire code official 503.4 Obstruction of fire apparatus access roads. Fire apparatus access roads shall not be obstructed in any manner, including the parking of vehicles. The minimum widths and clearances established by the fire code official in accordance with Section 503.2.1 shall be maintained at all times. Water run-off and flood control dips or other surface irregularity shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 5- 1. 503.4.1 Traffic calming devices. Traffic calming devices shall be approved by the fire code official and be in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-1. 503.4.2 Storm water management. Where approved by the fire code official fire apparatus access roads may be used as part of a storm water management system in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-1. 503.4.3 Drop off and pick up. Where approved by the fire code official, fire apparatus access roads may be used for drop off and pick up in accordance with California Vehicle Code 22500.1 and Fire District Standard 5-1. 503.5 Required gates or barricades. The fire code official is authorized to require the installation and maintenance of gates or other approved barricades across fire apparatus access roads, trails, or other accessways, not including public streets, alleys, or highways. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325. Gates intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed, and installed to comply with the requirements of ASTM F2200 and Fire District Standard 5-3 and Fire District Standard 5-4. 503.6 Security gates. The installation of security gates across a fire apparatus access road shall be approved by the fire code official. Where security gates are installed, they shall have approved means of emergency operation. The security gates and the emergency operation shall be maintained operational at all times. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325. Gates intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed, and installed to comply with the requirements of ASTM F2200. Residential vehicular gates shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-3. Commercial and industrial vehicular gates shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-4. 503.7 Aerial fire apparatus access roads. Buildings or portions of buildings or facilities exceeding 30 feet in height above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access shall be provided with approved aerial fire apparatus access roads capable of accommodatingfire ire department aerial apparatus in accordance with this section and Fire District Standard 5-1. 503.7.1 Dimensions. Aerial fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 26 feet. Overhead utility and power lines and other vertical obstructions shall not be located within the aerial fire apparatus access roadway. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 19 of 50 503.7.2 Proximity to building. At least one of the required access routes meeting this condition shall be located within a minimum of 15 feet and a maximum of 30 feet from the building, and shall be positioned parallel to one entire side of the building. 503.7.3 Grade. The grade of aerial fire apparatus access roads shall not exceed five percent (5%). SECTION 504 ACCESS TO BUILDING OPENINGS AND ROOFS 504.1.1 Access identification. Required exterior access doors, including exit doors, in the warehouse or manufacturing areas of any building with a gross floor area greater than 10,000 square feet shall be marked in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-5 to allow for quick identification by firefighters both inside and outside of the building_ 504.4.1 Aerial ladders. Aerial fire apparatus ladder access to the roof and parapet ladders shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-6. SECTION 505 PREMISES IDENTIFICATION 505.1 Address identification. New and existing buildings shall be provided with approved address identification. The address identification shall be legible and placed in a position that is visible from the street or road fronting the property. Where required by the fire code official, address numbers shall be provided in additional locations to facilitate emergency response. Address identification characters shall contrast with their background. Address numbers shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical letters. Numbers shall not be spelled out. Addressing of multi -family residential buildings shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-7. Addressing of commercial and industrial buildings shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-8. For all other buildings, each character shall be not less than 4 inches high with a minimum stroke width of 0.5 inch. Acceptable dimensions of address numbers and letters will be determined by the fire code official to ensure that they are plainly legible and visible. Where access is by means of a private road or drive aisle and the building cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole, or other sign or means shall be used to identify the structure. Address identification shall be maintained. 505.1.1 Identification during construction. When permanently installing the address of a building under construction is not practical, the address of the construction site is required to be temporarily installed or displayed in a manner, location and duration acceptable to the fire code official_ SECTION 506 KEY BOXES 506.1 Where required. Where access to or within a structure or an area is restricted because of secured openings or where immediate access is necessary for life-saving or fire -fighting purposes, the fire code official is authorized to require a key box to be installed in an approved location. The key box shall be of an approved type listed in accordance with UL 1037 and shall contain keys and/or other devices/information such as electronic card keys or access codes to gain necessary access as required by the fire code official. Key boxes shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-9. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 20 of 50 SECTION 507 FIRE PROTECTION WATER SUPPLIES 507.1 Required water supply. An approved water supply capable of supplying the required fire flow for fire protection shall be provided to premises upon which facilities, buildings or portions of buildings are hereafter constructed or moved into or within the jurisdiction. The approved water supply shall be in accordance with this section, Appendix B and Fire District Standard 5-10 507.3 Fire flow. Fire flow requirements for buildings or portions of buildings and facilities shall be in accordance with Appendix B and Fire District Standard 5-10 507.5 Fire hydrant systems. Fire hydrant systems shall comply with Sections 507.5.1 through 507.5.6, Appendix C, and Fire District Standard 5-10. 507.5.1 Where required. Where a portion of the facility or building hereafter constructed or moved into or within the jurisdiction is more than 300 feet from a hydrant on a fire apparatus access road, as measured by an approved route around the exterior of the facility or building, on - site fire hydrants and mains shall be provided where required by the fire code official. Exceptions 1. For Group R-3 and Group U occupancies, the distance requirement can be increased by the fire code official but shall not exceed 600 feet. 2. For buildings equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, 903.3.1.2, or 903.3.1.3, the distance requirement can be increased by the fire code official but shall not exceed 600 feet. 507.5.1.1 Hydrant for standpipe systems. Buildings equipped with a standpipe system shall have a fire hydrant located within 15-50 feet of the fire department connection that serves the standpipe system. Exception: The distance shall be permitted to exceed 50 feet where approved by the fire code official. SECTION 509 FIRE PROTECTION AND UTILITY EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION AND ACCESS 509.3 Multi -tenant or multi -unit buildings. When an automatic fire sprinkler system or systems or a fire alarm system or systems are installed in buildings constructed for multiple tenants and/or units and the installed systems protect multiple tenant spaces or units the fire sprinkler risers) fire alarm control unit, and all other related valves gauges and/or controls for such systems shall be located in an attached or included room or approved weather resistant enclosure accessible from the exterior of the building. The room or enclosure shall be of a sufficient size as determined by the fire code official to allow firefighters and other emergency responders in full personal protective equipment the ability to operate safely with unrestricted access to all risers control units valves and other installed equipment. Access doors serving the room or walk-in enclosure are required to be a minimum of 3 feet in width and 6 feet 8 inches in height. SECTION 510 EMERGENCY RESPONDER RADIO COVERAGE 510.3 Permit required. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 21 of 50 SECTION 511 SITE PLANS 511.1 General The owner of or person responsible for a building or facility shall provide the fire code official with a site plan in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-11. The owner or responsible person shall provide an updated site plan to the fire code official when any element of the site plan changes. CHAPTER 6 BUILDING SERVICES AND SYSTEMS SECTION 601 GENERAL 601.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. SECTION 603 FUEL -FIRED APPLIANCES 603.4 Portable unvented heaters. Portable unvented fuel -fire heating equipment shall be prohibited in occupancies in Groups A, E, R-1, R-2, R-2.1, R-2.2, R-3. R-3.1, R-, and ambulatory care facilities. Exception: Portable outdoor gas -fired heating appliances in accordance with Section 603.4.2. 603.4.2 Portable outdoor gas -fired heating appliances. Portable gas -fired heating appliances located outdoors shall be in accordance with Sections 603.4.2.1 through 603.4.2.3.4 and Fire District Standard 3-2. 603.4.2.1 Location. Portable outdoor gas -fired heating appliances shall be located in accordance with Sections 603.4.2.1.1 through 603.4.2.1.4. 603.4.2.1.1 Prohibited locations. The use of portable outdoor gas -fired heating appliances is prohibited in any of the following locations: 1. Inside of any occupancy. 2. Inside of tents, canopies and membrane structures. 3. On exterior balconies. Exceptions 1. As allowed in Section 6.22 of NFPA 58. 2. One- and two-family dwellings. 3. Portable outdoor gas -fired heating appliances utilizingan n LP -gas container with a water capacity not greater than 2 lh pounds [nominal 1 pound LP -gas ca acit . 603.4.2.1.2 Clearance to buildings. Portable outdoor gas -fired heating appliances shall be located not less than 10 feet from buildings. 603.4.2.1.3 Clearance to combustible materials. Portable outdoor gas -fired heating appliances shall not be located beneath, or closer than 10 feet to combustible decorations and combustible overhangs, awnings, sunshades or similar combustible attachments to buildings. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 22 of 50 603.4.2.1.4 Proximity to exits. Portable outdoor gas -fired heating appliances shall not be located within 10 feet of exits or exit discharges. 603.4.2.1.5 Storage. When stored inside of any occupancy, tent, canopy, or membrane structure, portable outdoor gas -fired heating appliances shall be disconnected from the fuel gas container. 603.4.2.3.3 Container capacity. The maximum individual capacity of gas containers used in connection with portable outdoor gas -fired heating appliances shall not exceed 20 pounds (9 kg). Exception: The capacity of an LP -gas container utilized with portable outdoor gas -fired heating appliances located on exterior balconies or within 10 feet of a building shall not be greater than 2 '/2 pounds [nominal 1-pound LP -gas capacity]. SECTION 605 MECHANICAL REFRIGERATION 605.10.1.2 Manual Operation. Where required by the fire code official, automatic crossover valves shall be capable of manual operation. The manual valves are required be located outside of the machinery room in an approved location easily accessible to emergency response personnel. The valves can be secured to prevent tampering or unfettered access by unauthorized persons. The valves or the security enclosure are required to be identified as Emergency Controls. SECTION 607 COMMERCIAL COOKING OPERATIONS 607.1 General. Commercial cooking operations, commercial cooking appliances, and commercial kitchen exhaust hoods shall comply with the requirements of this section, Section 904, Section 907, the California Mechanical Code, NFPA 96, and Fire District Standard 6-1. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. CHAPTER 8 INTERIOR FINISH, DECORATIVE MATERIALS AND FURNISHINGS SECTION 807 DECORATIVE MATERIALS OTHER THAN DECORATIVE VEGETATION IN NEW AND EXISTING BUILDINGS 807.5.2.2 Artwork in corridors. Artwork and teaching materials shall be limited on the walls of corridors to not more than 20 percent (20%) of the wall area. Artwork and teaching materials on the walls, windows, ceilings, and doors of schools and classrooms (Group E occupancies) shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 8-1. 807.5.2.3 Artwork in classrooms. Artwork and teaching materials shall be limited on walls of classrooms to not more than 50 percent (50%) of the specific wall area to which they are attached. Artwork and teaching materials on the walls, windows, ceilings, and doors of schools and classrooms (Group E occupancies) shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 8-1. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 23 of 50 807.5.5.2 Artwork in corridors. Artwork and teaching materials shall be limited on the walls of corridors to not more than 20 percent (20%) of the wall area. Artwork and teaching materials on the walls, windows, ceilings, and doors of day care facilities (Group I-4 occupancies) shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 8-1. 807.5.5.3 Artwork in classrooms. Artwork and teaching materials shall be limited on walls of classrooms to not more than 50 percent (50%) of the specific wall area to which they are attached. Artwork and teaching materials on the walls, windows, ceilings, and doors of dam facilities (Group I-4 occupancies) shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 8-1. CHAPTER 9 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS SECTION 901 GENERAL 901.4.2 Non -required fire protection systems. A fire protection system or portion thereof not required by this code or the California Building Code shall be allowed to be furnished for partial or complete protection provided such installed system meets the applicable requirements of this code and the California Building Code. Partial systems shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 9-1. 901.7 Systems out of service. Where a required fire protection system is out of service, the fire department and the fire code official shall be notified immediately and, where required by the fire code official, the building shall either be evacuated or an approved fire watch shall be provided for all occupants left unprotected by the shut down until the fire protection system has been returned to service. Where utilized, fire watches shall be provided with at least one approved means for notification of the fire department and their only duty shall be to perform constant patrols of the protected premises and keep watch for fires. A fire watch shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 9-2. 901.8 Removal of or tampering with equipment. It shall be unlawful for any person to remove, tamper with, intentionally damage or destroy, or otherwise disturb any fire hydrant, fire detection and alarm system, fire suppression system, fire appliances required by this code, or other appurtenance installed as a component of a fire protections system except for the purpose of extinguishing fire, 4pproved training purposes, recharging or making necessary repairs, or where approved by the fire code official. The fire code official is authorized to approve means for preventing and deterring the unlawful removal of and/or tampering with fire protection equipment. SECTION 903 AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS 903.1 General. Automatic sprinkler systems shall comply with this section, Fire District Standard 5- 10. and Fire District Standard 9-5. 903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems shall be provided: 1. In new buildings and structures in the locations described in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.12 as amended. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 24 of 50 2. In existing buildings and structures where an addition to the original footprint of the building or structure creates a fire area that is required by Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.12 as amended to have an automatic sprinklersystem. Exception: Group R-3 occupancies. 3. In existing buildings and structures when a change in use results in a fire area that is required by Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.12 as amended to have an automatic sprinklersystem. Exception: Group R-3 occupancies converted to Group R-3.1 occupancies in accordance with this section. 903.2.1 Group A. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings and portions thereof used as Group A occupancies as provided in this section. 903.2.1.1 Group A-1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout stories containing Group A-1 occupancies and throughout all stories from the Group A-1 occupancy to and including the levels of exit discharge serving that occupancy where one of the following conditions exists: 1. The fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet. 2. The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more; 3. The fire area is located on a floor other than a level of exit discharge serving such occupancies. 4. The fire area contains a multi -theater complex. 903.2.1.2 Group A-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout stories containing Group A-2 occupancies and throughout all stories from the Group A-2 occupancy to and including the levels of exit discharge serving that occupancy where one of the following conditions exists: 1. The fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet. 2. The fire area has an occupant load of 100 or more; or 3. The fire area is located on a floor other than a level of exit discharge serving such occupancies. 4. The structure exceeds 5, 000 square feet, contains more than one fire area containing a Group A-2 occupancy, and is separated into two or more buildings by fire walls of less than 4-hour fire -resistance rating without openings. 903.2.1.3 Group A-3. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout stories containing Group A-3 occupancies and throughout all stories from the Group A-3 occupancy to and including the levels of exit discharge serving that occupancy where one of the following conditions exists: 1. The fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet of new construction area. 2. The fire area exceeds 12,000 square feet in an existing building where the fire area is increased or the occupancy classification is changed to Group A-3. 3. The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more; or 4. The fire area is located on a floor other than a level of exit discharge serving such occupancies. 5. The structure exceeds 12, 000 square feet, contains more than one fire area containing exhibition and display rooms, and is separated into two or more buildings by fire walls of less than four hour fire resistance rating without openings. 903.2.1.4 Group A-4. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout stories containing Group A-4 occupancies and throughout all stories from the Group A-4 occupancy to Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 25 of 50 and including the levels of exit discharge serving that occupancy where one of the following conditions exists: 1. The fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet of new construction area. 2. The fire exceeds 12,000 square feet in an existing building where the fire area is increased or the occupancy classification is changed to Group A-4. 3. The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more. 4. The fire area is located on a floor other than a level of exit discharge serving such occupancies. 903.2.1.5 Group A-5. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for all enclosed Group A-5 accessory use areas in excess of 1,000 square feet. 903.2.3 Group E. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group E occupancies as follows: 1. Throughout all Group E fire areas greater than 5,000 square feet in area. Note: Conditions 2-7 are not amended. All other provisions of this section remain unchanged. 903.2.4 Group F-1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings containing a Group F- 1 occupancy where one of the following conditions exists: 1. A Group F-1 fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet. 2. A Group F-1 fire area is located more than three stories above grade plane. 3. The combined area of all Group F-1 fire areas on all floors, including any mezzanines, exceeds 5,000 square feet. 4. A Group F-1 occupancy used for the manufacture of upholstered furniture or mattresses exceeds 2,500 square feet. 903.2.7 Group M. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings containing a Group M occupancy where one of the following conditions exists: 1. A Group M fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet of new construction area. 2. A Group M fire area exceeds 12,000 square feet in an existing building where the fire area is increased or the occupancy classification is changed to Group M. 3. A Group M fire area is located more than three stories above grade plane. 4. The combined area of all Group M fire areas on all floors, including any mezzanines, exceeds 5,000 square feet of new construction area or 12,000 square feet in an existing building where the fire area is increased or the occupancy classification is changed to Group M. 5. A Group M occupancy is used for the display and sale of upholstered furniture or mattresses exceeds 2,500 square feet. 6. The structure exceeds 12, 000 square feet, contains more than one fire area containing a Group M occupancy, and is separated into two or more buildings by fire walls of less than 4-hour fire -resistance rating. 903.2.9 Group S-1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings containing a Group S-1 occupancy where one of the following conditions exists: 1. A Group S-1 fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet of new construction area. 2. A Group S-1 fire area exceeds 12,000 square feet in an existing building where the fire area is increased or the occupancy classification is changed to Group S-1. 3. A Group S-1 fire area is located more than three stories above grade plane. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 26 of 50 4. The combined area of all Group S-1 fire areas on all floors, including any mezzanines, exceeds 5,000 square feet of new construction area or 12,000 square feet in an existing building where the fire area is increased or the occupancy classification is changed to Group S-1. 5. A Group S-1 fire area used for the storage of commercial trucks or buses where the fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet. 6. A Group S-1 occupancy used for the storage of upholstered furniture or mattresses exceeds 2,500 square feet. 903.2.9.1 Repair garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings used as repair garages in accordance with Section 406.8 of the California Building Code, as shown: 1. Buildings having two or more stories above grade plane, including basements, with a fire area containing a repair garage exceeding 5,000 square feet. 2. Buildings no more than one story above grade plane, with a fire area containing a repair garage exceeding 5,000 square feet. 3. Buildings with repair garages servicing vehicles parked in basements. 4. A Group S-1 fire area used for repair of commercial trucks or buses where the fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet. 903.2.10 Group S-2 enclosed parking garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings classified as enclosed parking garages in accordance with Section 406.6 of the California Building Code as follows: 1. Where the fire area of the enclosed parking garage exceeds 5,000 square feet; or 2. Where the enclosed parking garage is located beneath other groups. Exception: Enclosed parking garages located beneath Group R-3 occupancies. 903.2.10.1 Commercial parking garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings used for storage of commercial motor vehicles where the gross floor area exceeds 5,000 square feet. 903.2.21 Pet dealers and pet boarding facilities. An automatic fire sprinkler system is required to be installed and monitored by an approved supervising station in accordance with this code in pet dealer and pet boarding facilities in compliance with Health and Safety Code Sections 122155 and 122385. Exception: Where an automatic fire alarm system is installed and monitored by an approved supervising station in accordance with this code. 903.4 Sprinkler system supervision and alarms. All valves controlling the water supply for automatic sprinkler systems, pumps, tanks, water levels and temperatures, critical air pressures, and water -flow switches on all sprinkler systems shall be electrically supervised by a listed fire alarm control unit in accordance with this section and applicable Fire District Standards. Exceptions: 1. Automatic sprinkler systems protecting one- and two-family dwellings. 2. Limited area sprinkler systems in accordance with 903.3.8. 3. Automatic sprinkler systems installed in accordance with NFPA 13R where a common supply main is used to supply both domestic water and the automatic sprinkler system, and a separate shutoff valve for the automatic sprinkler system is not provided. 4. Jockey pump control valves that are sealed or locked in the open position. 5. Exception deleted. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 27 of 50 6. Valves controlling the fuel supply to fire pump engines that are sealed or locked in the open position. 7. Trim valves to pressure switches in dry, pre -action and deluge sprinkler systems that are sealed or locked in the open position. 903.4.3 Floor control valves. Approved supervised indicating control valves shall be provided at the point of connection to the riser on each floor in all multi -story buildings and Group I-2 occupancies having occupied floors located more than 75 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access. 903.6 Where required in existing buildings and structures. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in existing buildings and structures where required in Chapter 11 and Fire District Standard 11-1. SECTION 904 ALTERNATIVE AUTOMATIC FIRE -EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS 904.1 General. Automatic fire -extinguishing systems, other than automatic sprinkler systems, shall be designed, installed, inspected, tested, and maintained in accordance with the provisions of this section, Fire District Standards 6-1 and 9-6, and the applicable referenced standards. 904.2.2 Commercial hood and duct systems. Each required commercial kitchen exhaust hood and duct system required by Section 609 to have a Type I hood shall be protected with an approved automatic fire -extinguishing system installed in accordance with this code, manufacturer's specifications NFPA 96, and Fire District Standard 6-1. 904.3.3 System interlocking. Automatic equipment interlocks with fuel controls and shutoffs, ventilation activation and other controls, door closers, window shutters, conveyor openings, smoke and heat vents, and other features necessary for the safe and proper operation of the fire - extinguishing system shall be provided as required by the design and installation standard utilized for the hazard, this code Fire District Standard 6-1, and applicable NFPA standards. 904.3.5 Monitoring. Where a building fire alarm system or a sprinkler monitoring system is installed, automatic fire -extinguishing systems shall be monitored by the building fire alarm system or sprinkler monitoring system in accordance with NFPA 72. 904.12 Commercial cooking systems. Commercial cooking equipment that produces grease laden vapors shall be provided with a Type I Hood, in accordance with the California Mechanical Code and Section 607 of this code as amended, and an automatic fire extinguishing system that is listed and labeled for its use as follows: Note: Conditions 1-3 and exceptions are not amended. SECTION 905 STANDPIPE SYSTEMS 905.2 Installation standard. Standpipe systems shall be installed in accordance with this section, NFPA 14 as amended in Chapter 80, and Fire District Standard 5-10. Fire department connections for standpipe systems shall be in accordance with Section 912. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 28 of 50 SECTION 906 PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS 906.1 Where required. Portable fire extinguishers shall be installed in accordance with this code or readily available in all of the following locations: Note: Conditions 1-9 are not amended. 10. At all outdoor events, special events temporary uses indoor and outdoor trade shows and exhibitions, and outdoor cooking operations in accordance with this code Appendix N and applicable Fire District Standards. 906.6 Unobstructed and unobscured. Portable fire extinguishers shall not be obstructed or obscured from view. In rooms or areas in which visual obstruction cannot be completely avoided, means acceptable to the fire code official shall be provided to indicate the locations of extinguishers. SECTION 907 FIRE ALARM AND DETECTION SYSTEMS 907.1 General. This section covers the application, installation, performance, and maintenance of fire alarm systems and their components in new and existing buildings and structures. The requirements of Section 907.2 are applicable to new buildings and structures. The requirements of Section 907.9 are applicable to existing buildings and structures. Fire alarm and detection systems, remote annunciation reset and silence procedures, listing certification, monitoring, notification appliances, eauipment disconnect interfaces, and a posted zone map in new and existing buildings shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 9-3. 907.1.2 Fire alarm shop drawings. Shop drawings and plans for new fire alarm systems, modifications to existing fire alarm systems and certain maintenance and repairs shall be prepared in accordance with NFPA 72 and Fire District Standard 9-3 and submitted for review and approval prior to system installation or commencing modifications, maintenance or repairs. Exception: Emergency repairs as allowed by Fire District Standard 9-3 907.1.2.1 Drawing symbols. All plans and shop drawings shall use the symbols identified in NFPA 170, Standard for Fire Safety and Emergency Symbols. Exception: Other symbols are allowed where approved by the fire code official. 907.1.6 Alarm Signal Verification. Remote monitoring and supervising station services shall attempt to verify an alarm signal originating from a residential or commercial protected premises prior to reporting the alarm signal to the public safety communications center. Verification shall be in accordance with NFPA 72 and Fire District Standard 9-4. 907.2.30 Pet dealers and pet boarding facilities. An automatic fire alarm system is reauired to be installed and monitored by an approved supervising station in accordance with this code in pet dealer and pet boarding facilities in compliance with Health and Safety Code Sections 122155 and 122385. Exception: Where an automatic fire sprinkler system installed and monitored by an approved supervising station in accordance with this code. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 29 of 50 907.6.3 Initiating device identification. The fire alarm system shall identify the specific initiating device address, location, device type, floor level where applicable, and status, including indication of normal, alarm, trouble, and/or supervisory status, as appropriate. Exceptions: 1. Exception deleted. 2. Exception deleted. 3. Special initiating devices that do not support individual device identification. 4. Fire alarm systems or devices that are replacing existing equipment. 907.7 Acceptance tests and completion. Upon completion of the installation, modification, repair, or maintenance, the fire alarm system and all fire alarm components shall be tested in accordance with NFPA 72 and Fire District Standard 9-3. SECTION 912 FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTIONS 912.1 Installation. Fire department connections shall be installed in accordance with the NFPA standard applicable to the system design and shall comply with Sections 912.2 through 912.7 and Fire District Standard 5-10. 912.2.2 Existing buildings. For existing buildings, where a fire department connection is not visible to approaching fire apparatus, the fire department connection shall be indicated by an approved sign in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-10. 912.5 Signs. A sign in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-10 shall be mounted on all fire department connections serving automatic sprinklers, standpipes, or fire pump connections. Where the fire department connection does not serve the entire building, a sign shall be provided indicating the portions of the building served. SECTION 913 FIRE PUMPS 913.2 Protection against interruption of service. The fire pump, driver, and controller shall be protected in accordance with NFPA 20 against possible interruption of service through damage caused by explosion, fire, flood, earthquake, rodents, insects, windstorm, freezing, vandalism and other adverse conditions. 913 2 3 Alternate source of power. Notwithstanding the availability of a public utility to provide electric service for a fire pump electrically driven fire pumps shall be provided with an alternate source of power in accordance with NFPA 20 due to historical and foreseeable extended power interruptions along the California Power Grid due to high demand, high heat, public safety powers shutoffs and damage to the power grid caused by destructive natural events common in Southern California such as wildfires, Santa Ana winds, and earthquakes. 913 2 4 Interruption of service. When a fire pump installed to provide the required demand for one or more fire sprinkler systems experiences an interruption of service the interruption of service shall constitute the fire sprinkler system being out of service regardless of an uninterrupted supply of water to the fire sprinkler system. An interruption of service to a fire pump shall be in accordance with Section 901.7 of this code. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 30 of 50 SECTION 916 GAS DETECTION SYSTEMS 916.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. CHAPTER 10 MEANS OF EGRESS SECTION 1001 ADMINISTRATION 1001.3 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. SECTION 1003 GENERAL MEANS OF EGRESS 1003.8 Public swimming pools. Public swimming pool enclosures, gates, and means of egress shall be in accordance with the California Building Code, the California Health and Safety Code, and the Fire District Guidance Document for SwimmingPools. ools. CHAPTER 11 EXISTING BUILDINGS SECTION 1101 GENERAL 1101.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall apply to existing buildings constructed prior to the adoption of this code. Construction, fire protection, and life safety in existing buildings shall be in accordance with this chapter, this code, the California Building Code, the California Existing Building Code, other applicable codes, and Fire District Standard 11-1. 1101.2 Intent. The intent of this chapter is to provide a minimum degree of fire and life safety to persons occupying existing buildings by providing minimum construction, fire protection, and life safety requirements where existing buildings do not comply with the minimum requirements of this code or the California Building Code. CHAPTER 12 ENERGY SYSTEMS SECTION 1201 GENERAL 1201.1 Scope. The installation, operation, and maintenance of energy systems used for generating_or storing energy shall be in accordance with this chapter, this code, other applicable codes, and Fire District Standard 12-1. These provisions shall not apply to equipment associated with the generation, control, transformation, transmission, or distribution of energy installations that are under the exclusive control of an electric utility or lawfully designated agency. 1201.4 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 31 of 50 SECTION 1203 EMERGENCY AND STANDBY POWER SYSTEMS 1203.1.6.1 Alternate source of fuel. Notwithstanding the availability of a public utility to provide natural gas for a stationary emergency power generator, natural gas fueled stationary emergency_ power generators supplied from the public utility shall be provided with an alternate source of fuel or the ability to accept an alternate source of fuel due to historical and foreseeable extended interruptions of the natural gas supply caused by seismic activity_ SECTION 1205 STATIONARY FUEL CELL POWER SYSTEMS 1205.2 Permits. See section 1201.4. SECTION 1206 ELECTRICAL ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS 1206.2.1 Permits. See section 1201.4. 1206.3.1 Permits. See Section 1201.4. CHAPTER 20 AVIATION FACILITIES SECTION 2001 GENERAL 2001.3 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. CHAPTER 21 DRY CLEANING SECTION 2101 GENERAL 2101.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. CHAPTER 22 COMBUSTIBLE DUST -PRODUCING OPERATIONS SECTION 2201 GENERAL 2201.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 32 of 50 CHAPTER 23 MOTOR FUEL -DISPENSING FACILITIES AND REPAIR GARAGES SECTION 2301 GENERAL 2301.1 Scope. Automotive motor fuel dispensing facilities, marine motor fuel -dispensing facilities, fleet vehicle motor fuel -dispensing facilities, aircraft motor -vehicle fuel -dispensing facilities, residential fueling operations, and repair garages shall be in accordance with this chapter and the California Building Code, California Fuel Gas Code, , California Mechanical Code, and Fire District Standard 23-1. Such operations shall include both those that are accessible to the public and private operations. 2301.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. CHAPTER 25 FRUIT AND CROP RIPENING SECTION 2501 GENERAL 2501.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. CHAPTER 26 FUMIGATION AND INSECTICIDAL FOGGING SECTION 2601 GENERAL 2601.1 Scope. Fumigation and insecticidal fogging operations within buildings, structures, and spaces shall comply with this chapter and the California Food and Agricultural Code, Divisions 6 and 7. Where there are conflicting_ provisions, the regulations contained in the Food and Agricultural Code shall -prevail. 2601.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. Fire Code operational permits are not required to conduct fumigation and insecticidal fogging operations per California State Fire Marshal Informational Bulletin issued 10-03-00. Instead, provide required notification to the fire code official in accordance with Section 2603.3 of this code and the California Business and Professions Code Section 8505.5. CHAPTER 27 SEMICONDUCTOR FABRICATION FACILITIES SECTION 2701 GENERAL 2701.5 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 33 of 50 CHAPTER 28 LUMBER YARDS AND AGRO-INDUSTRIAL, SOLID BIOMASS AND WOODWORKING FACILITIES SECTION 2801 GENERAL 2801.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. SECTION 2804 FIRE PROTECTION 2804.5 Water supply. An approved fire hydrant / water supply system capable of supplying 1,500 gpm fire flow for 2 hours shall be provided within 150 feet of all portions of the yard When required fire flow cannot be provided the fire code official can impose additional restrictions on pile sizes, locations, and separations. CHAPTER 29 MANUFACTURE OF ORGANIC COATINGS SECTION 2901 GENERAL 2901.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. CHAPTER 31 TENTS, TEMPORARY SPECIAL EVENT STRUCTURES, AND OTHER MEMBRANE STRUCTURES SECTION 3101 GENERAL 3101.1 Scope. Tents, temporary special event structures, and membrane structures shall comply with this chapter, Fire District Standard 4-1, and Fire District Standard 31-1. The provisions of Section 3103 are applicable only to temporary tents and membrane structures. The provisions of Section 3104 and 3106 are applicable to temporary and permanent tents and membrane structures. The provisions of Section 3105 are applicable to temporary special event structures. The provisions of Section 3106 are applicable to outdoor assembly events. Other temporary structures shall comply with the California Building Code. SECTION 3106 OUTDOOR ASSEMBLY EVENTS 3106.1 Scope. Outdoor assembly events shall comply with this section, Chapter 4 as applicable, and all applicable Fire District Standards. 3106.2.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 34 of 50 CHAPTER 32 HIGH -PILED COMBUSTIBLE STORAGE SECTION 3201 GENERAL 3201.1 Scope. High -piled combustible storage shall be in accordance with this chapter and Fire District Standard 32-1. In addition to the requirements of this chapter, the following material -specific requirements shall apply: Note: No changes to the numbered list. SECTION 3205 HOUSEKEEPING AND MAINTENANCE 3205.6 Designation of storage heights and areas. Where required by the fire code official, a visual method of indicating the maximum allowable storage height and area shall be provided. SECTION 3206 GENERAL FIRE PROTECTION AND LIFE SAFETY FEATURES 3206.7 Fire department access doors. Where fire department access doors are required by Table 3206.2, fire department access doors shall be provided in accordance with Sections 3206.7.1 through 3206.7.9. 3206.7.9 Identification of fire department access doors. Required access doors in any building with a gross floor area greater than 10,000 square feet shall be marked in accordance with Fire District Standard 5-5 to allow for quick identification b firefighters lrefighters both inside and outside of the building. 3208.3 Flue spaces. Rack storage areas protected with an automatic sprinkler system shall be provided with flue spaces in accordance with Table 3208.3. Required flue spaces shall be maintained. 3208.3.1 Flue space protection and identification. Flue spaces required by Table 3208.3 above the first tier of storage in single-, double-, or multiple -row rack storage installations shall be protected and/or identified in accordance with this section and Fire District Standard 32-1 CHAPTER 33 FIRE SAFETY DURING CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION SECTION 3301 GENERAL 3301.1 Scope. This chapter shall apply to structures in the course of construction, alteration, or demolition, including those in underground locations. This chapter shall also apply to the site and operations associated with construction, alteration or demolition. Compliance with NFPA 241 and/or Fire District Standard 33-3 is required for items not specifically addressed in this chapter. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 35 of 50 3301.3 Fire prevention and site safety program. A fire prevention and site safety program shall be provided in accordance with Fire District Standard 33-3. 3301.4 Construction permits. Construction or building permits shall not be issued until the fire code official inspects and approves required fire apparatus access and water supply for the construction site. The issuance of building_ permits with regard to the requirements of this section shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 33-1. SECTION 3302 DEFINITIONS Everywhere in this chapter that the term "fire prevention program" is used it shall be understood to mean "fire prevention and site safety program" in accordance with Fire District Standard 33-3. Everywhere in this chapter that the term "fire prevention program superintendent" is used it shall be understood to mean "fire prevention and site safety program superintendent." Everywhere in this chapter that the term "fire watch" is used it shall be understood to mean "fire watch and safety standby" as defined in Fire District Standard 2-1. SECTION 3303 TEMPORARY HEATING EQUIPMENT 3303.1 Listed and approved. Temporary heating devices shall be listed and labeled. The installation, maintenance, and use of temporary heating devices shall be in accordance with the listing and the manufacturer's instructions. Installation and/or use of temporary heating devices requires prior approval by the fire code official. SECTION 3304 PRECAUTIONS AGAINST FIRE, DAMAGE, AND INJURY 3304.4 Outdoor fires. All outdoor fires as defined by Fire District Standard 3-1 are prohibited at sites where construction alteration, and/or demolition work is being performed. 3304.5 Fire watch and safety standby. Where required by the fire code official or the pre -incident plan established in accordance with Section 3308.3 for building demolition, building construction, or work site conditions that are hazardous in nature, qualified personnel shall be provided to serve as an on -site fire watch and/or safety standby. Fire watch and safety standby personnel shall be provided with at least one approved means for notification of the fire department and their sole duty shall be to perform constant patrols and watch for the occurrence of fire. A fire watch and safety standby shall be in accordance with section 403.12.1 and Fire District Standard 9-2. 3304.5.1 Fire watch and safety standby during construction. A fire watch and safety standby shall be provided during non -working hours for construction, alteration, or demolition where the building exceeds 30 feet in height above the lowest adjacent grade for any type of construction or Type V construction that has more than 5,000 square feet of floor area. Exception: Group R-3 occupancies. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 36 of 50 3304.5.2 Fire watch and safety standby personnel. Trained personnel shall be provided to serve as an on -site fire watch and safety standby in accordance with Section 403.12.1. The combination of fire watch duties and site security duties is acceptable. 3304.6 Hot work. Welding, cutting, grinding, soldering or brazing with open flame torches, torch applied processes, and any other hot work or use of open flame devices is required to be conducted under a hot work program administered by the fire prevention and site safety superintendent in accordance with Chapter 35 and Fire District Standard 33-3. 3304.8 Cooking and food warming. Cooking and food warming, including the use of microwave ovens and portable electrical devices, shall be prohibited except in approved cooking and food warming areas. Signs with a minimum letter height of 3 inches and a minimum brush stroke of/z inch shall be posted in conspicuous locations in designated cooking and food warming areas and state: DESIGNATED COOKING AND FOOD WARMING AREA. COOKING AND WARMING FOOD OUTSIDE OF A DESIGNATED COOKING AND FOOD WARMING AREA IS PROHIBITED. Cooking and food warming restrictions and the location of designated cooking and food warming areas are required to be included in the fire prevention and site safety plan. SECTION 3308 OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR FIRE PROTECTION AND SITE SAFETY 3308.1 Program development and maintenance. The owner or owner's authorized agent shall be responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of a written plan establishing a fire prevention and site safety program at the project site applicable throughout all phases of the construction, repair, alteration, or demolition work. The plan shall address the requirements of this chapter, other applicable portions of this code, and Fire District Standard 33-3. The plan is required to include the duties of staff and staff training requirements. The plan shall be made available for review by the fire code official, everyone who is working on the site, and those who visit the site. SECTION 3309 FIRE AND EMERGENCY REPORTING 3309.1.1 Cellular enabled devices. Cellular enabled devices are an gpproved equivalent means of communication and can be used in place of emergencyphone facilities when the street address of the construction site is stored in the device and when an alternate emergency telephone number is programmed into the device. The primary phone number for requesting all emergency services is 9-1-1_ SECTION 3310 ACCESS FOR FIRE FIGHTING 3310.1 Required access. Approved vehicle access for fire fighting shall be provided to all construction or demolition sites. Vehicle access shall be provided to within 50 feet of temporary or permanent fire department connections. Vehicle access shall be provided by either temporary or permanent roads capable of supporting vehicle loading under all weather conditions. Vehicle access shall be maintained until permanent fire apparatus access roads are available. Temporary fire apparatus access roadway shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 33-2. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 37 of 50 SECTION 3312 WATER SUPPLY FOR FIRE PROTECTION 3312.1 When required. An approved water supply for fire protection, either temporary or permanent, shall be made available prior to combustible material arriving on the site. Temporary water supply and fire hydrants shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard 33-2. Exception: Combustible forms used for foundation work. SECTION 3317 SAFEGUARDING ROOFING OPERATIONS 3317.1 General. Roofing operations utilizing heat -producing systems or other ignition sources shall be conducted in accordance with Sections 3317.2 and 3317.3, Chapter 35, and Fire District Standard 35-1. SECTION 3318 WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE FIRE AREAS 3318.1 General. Fire safety during construction and demolition in a wildland-urban interface fire area shall be in accordance with this chapter, this section, Chapter 49, and Fire District Standard 49-1. 3318.2 Fire protection plan. A fire -rotection plan as required by Fire District Standard 49-1 shall be submitted and approved in conjunction with the submittal and approval of plans for a grading or construction permit. 3318.3 Vegetation management. Approved Zone 1 vegetation management shall be provided prior to combustible material arriving on the site and shall be maintained throughout the duration of construction. The fire code official is authorized to require additional vegetation management and/or defensible space when warranted, in the opinion of the fire official, by specific conditions. CHAPTER 34 TIRE REBUILDING AND TIRE STORAGE SECTION 3401 GENERAL 3401.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. CHAPTER 35 WELDING AND OTHER HOT WORK SECTION 3501 GENERAL 3501.1 Scope. Welding, cutting, open torches, and other hot work operations and equipment shall comply with this chapter and Fire District Standard 35-1. 3501.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 38 of 50 3501.3 Restricted areas. Hot work shall only be conducted in areas designed or authorized for that purpose by the personnel responsible for a Hot Work Program. Hot work shall not be conducted in the following areas unless approval has been obtained from the fire code official: 1. Areas where the sprinkler system is impaired. 2. Areas where there exists the potential of an explosive atmosphere, such as locations where flammable gases, liquids or vapors are present. 3. Areas with readily ignitable materials, such as storage of large quantities of bulk sulfur, baled paper, cotton, lint, dust or loose combustible materials. 4. On board ships at dock or ships under construction or repair. 5. Outdoors in a wildland-urban interface fire area. 6. Other areas or locations as specified by the fire code official. CHAPTER 37 COMBUSTIBLE FIBERS SECTION 3701 GENERAL 3701.3 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. CHAPTER 48 MOTION PICTURE AND TELEVISION PRODUCTION STUDIO SOUND STAGES, APPROVED PRODUCTION FACILITIES AND PRODUCTIONLOCATIONS SECTION 4803 REQUIRED PERMITS 4803.2 Additional permits. A permit shall be required for: a) Use of pyrotechnic special effects. b) Open flames. c) Flammable or combustible liquids, gases and dust. d) Hot work. e) Presence of motor vehicles within a building. f) Any additional permits required by the fire code official or Section 105. CHAPTER 49 REQUIREMENTS FOR WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE FIRE AREAS SECTION 4901 GENERAL 4901.1 Scope. The mitigation of conditions where a wildfire burning in vegetative fuels may readily transmit fire to buildings and threaten to destroy life, overwhelm fire suppression capabilities, or result in large property losses shall comply with this chapter and Fire District Standard 49-1. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 39 of 50 CHAPTER 50 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS — GENERAL PROVISIONS SECTION 5001 GENERAL 5001.5 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Sections 105.6 and 105.7. Permittees shall apply for approval to permanently close a storage, use, or handlingfacility. acility. Such application shall be submitted at least 30 days prior to the termination of the storage, use, or handling of hazardous materials. Such application shall be accompanied by an approved facility closure plan in accordance with Section 5001.6.3. The 30-day period is not applicable when approved based on special circumstances requiring such waiver. CHAPTER 51 AEROSOLS SECTION 5101 GENERAL 5101.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. CHAPTER 53 COMPRESSED GASES SECTION 5301 GENERAL 5301.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. CHAPTER 54 CORROSIVE MATERIALS SECTION 5401 GENERAL 5401.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. CHAPTER 55 CRYOGENIC FLUIDS SECTION 5501 GENERAL 5501.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 40 of 50 CHAPTER 56 EXPLOSIVES AND FIREWORKS SECTION 5601 GENERAL 5601.1.4 Rocketry. For rocketry requirements see Fire District Standard 56-1 and California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, Chapter 6, reprinted in Sections 5610, 5611, and 5612. 5601.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105 and regulated in accordance with this section. 5601.7 Seizure. The fire code official is authorized to remove or cause to be removed or disposed of in an approved manner, at the expense of the owner, explosives, explosive materials or fireworks offered or exposed for sale, stored, possessed or used in violation of this chapter; the Municipal Code, and California Code of Regulations Title 19 Division 1 Chapter 6 Any seizure or removal pursuant to this section shall be in compliance with all applicable regulations statutes and laws SECTION 5608 FIREWORKS DISPLAY 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 this section, California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, Chapter 6; and Fire District Standard 56-2. 4991.7 Firing. All aerial fireworks displays shall be electrically fired §1003. Operation of Display. (d) Firing. (1) All firing shall be done upon order or signal of the licensed pyrotechnic operator controlling the display. (2) Electric firing ( ualifying statement deleted) shall comply with all of the requirements of Article 13.5 of this chapter. (3) Upon conclusion of firing, no unauthorized person shall be permitted access to the firing area until the licensed pyrotechnic operator has determined the area to be safe and secure. (4) Electric firing is required for all aerial fireworks displays and all elements of the display including, but not limited to, all mortars regardless of diameter, set pieces and Roman candles. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 41 of 50 CHAPTER 57 FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS SECTION 5704 STORAGE 5704.2.7.6 Repair, alteration or reconstruction of tanks and piping. The repair, alteration or reconstruction, including welding, cutting and hot tapping of storage tanks and piping that have been placed in service, shall be in accordance with NFPA 30 and Fire District Standard 57-1. Hot work, as defined in Section 202, on such tanks shall be conducted in accordance with Section 3510. 5704.2.13 Abandonment and status of tanks. Tanks taken out of service shall be removed in accordance with Section 5704.2.14 and Fire District Standard 57-1, or safeguarded in accordance with Sections 5704.2.13.1 through 5704.2.13.2.3 and API 1604. 5704.2.14 Removal and disposal of tanks. Removal and disposal of tanks shall comply with Sections 5704.2.14.1 and 5704.2.14.2 and Fire District Standard 57-1. 5704.3.3.9 Idle combustible pallets. Storage of empty or idle combustible pallets inside an unprotected liquid storage area shall be limited to a maximum pile size of 500 square feet and to a maximum storage height of 6 feet. Storage of empty or idle combustible pallets inside a protected liquid storage area shall comply with NFPA 13. Pallet storage shall be separated from liquid storage by aisles that are at least 8 feet wide. CHAPTER 58 FLAMMABLE GASES AND FLAMMABLE CRYOGENIC FLUIDS SECTION 5801 GENERAL 5801.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. CHAPTER 59 FLAMMABLE SOLIDS SECTION 5901 GENERAL 5901.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 42 of 50 CHAPTER 60 HIGHLY TOXIC AND TOXIC MATERIALS SECTION 6001 GENERAL 6001.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. CHAPTER 61 LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GASES SECTION 6104 LOCATION OF LP -GAS CONTAINERS 6104.2 Maximum capacity within established limits. Within the limits established by law restricting the storage of liquefied petroleum gas for the protection of heavily populated or congested areas, the aggregate capacity of any one installation where LP -gas is the primary source of heat shall not exceed a water capacity of 2,000 gallons in any location determined by the fire code official to create an unacceptable hazard to persons and/or property. Exceptions: 1. In particular installations, this capacity limit shall be determined and may be reduced by the fire code official, after consideration of special features such as topographical conditions, nature of occupancy, and proximity to buildings, capacity of proposed containers, degree of fire protection to be provided, and capabilities of the local fire department. 2. Where LP -gas is not the primary source of heat, the aggregate capacity of LP -gas in use and storage on properties with a Group R use shall not exceed 100 pounds or the maximum allowed by this code, whichever is less. SECTION 6107 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND DEVICES 6107.5 Container orientation. Containers in multiple -container stationary installations and containers in storage shall be oriented with relation to one another such that the length axes of the containers are parallel. Exception: Portable containers. SECTION 6109 STORAGE OF PORTABLE LP -GAS CONTAINERS AWAITING USE OR RESALE 6109.13 Protection of containers. LP -gas containers shall be stored within a suitable enclosure or otherwise protected against tampering. Where required by the fire code official, vehicle impact protection shall be provided in accordance with Section 312. Exception: Deleted Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 43 of 50 CHAPTER 62 ORGANIC PEROXIDES SECTION 6201 GENERAL 6201.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. CHAPTER 63 OXIDIZERS, OXIDIZING GASES, AND OXIDIZING CRYOGENIC FLUIDS 6301.1 Scope. The storage and use of oxidizing materials shall be in accordance with this chapter, Chapter 50, and Fire District Standard 63-1. Oxidizing gases shall also comply with Chapter 53. Oxidizing cryogenic fluids shall also comply with Chapter 55. Exceptions: 1. Display and storage in Group M and storage in Group S occupancies complying with Section 5003.11. 2. Bulk oxygen systems at industrial and institutional consumer sites shall be in accordance with NFPA 55. 3. Liquid oxygen and oxygen gas stored or used in home health care in Group I-1, 1-4, and R occupancies in accordance with Section 6306 and Fire District Standard 63-1. 6301.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. CHAPTER 64 PYROPHORIC MATERIALS SECTION 6401 GENERAL 6401.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. CHAPTER 65 PYROXYLIN (CELLULOSE NITRATE) PLASTICS SECTION 6501 GENERAL 6501.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 44 of 50 CHAPTER 66 UNSTABLE (REACTIVE) MATERIALS SECTION 6601 GENERAL 6601.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. CHAPTER 67 WATER -REACTIVE SOLIDS AND LIQUIDS SECTION 6701 GENERAL 6701.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 45 of 50 CHAPTER 80 REFERENCED STANDARDS Standards of the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Number Standard Title 1-1 Operational Permits 1-2 Construction Permits 2-1 Definitions 3-1 Open Burning 3-2 Open Flames 3-3 General Storage 3-4 Waste Handling and Recycling Facilities 3-5 Weed and Fire Hazard Abatement 4-1 Outdoor Carnivals, Fairs, and Public Assemblages 4-2 Indoor Tradeshows, Exhibits, and Displays 4-3 Special Amusement Buildings 4-4 Seasonal Sales Lots 4-5 Emergency Guides 5-1 Fire Apparatus Access Roads 5-2 Permanent Alternative Material All -Weather Fire Apparatus Access Road 5-3 Residential Gates 5-4 Commercial & Industrial Gates 5-5 Identification of Access Doors in Commercial/Industrial Buildings 5-6 Roof Access 5-7 Multi -Family Residential Building Address Signage 5-8 Commercial/Industrial Building Address Signage 5-9 Knox Boxes 5-10 Fire Protection Water Supply Systems 5-11 Site Plan Criteria 6-1 Commercial Cooking Operations 8-1 Schools and Classrooms 9-1 Non -Required Systems 9-2 Systems Out of Service - Fire Watch & Impairment Coordinator 9-3 Fire Alarm and Monitoring Systems 9-4 Alarm Signal Verification 9-5 Fire Sprinkler Systems 9-6 Fire Extinguishing Systems 11-1 Existing Buildings 12-1 Energy Systems 23-1 Residential Fueling Operations 31-1 Tents, Temporary Special Event Structures, and Other Membrane Structures 32-1 High -Piled Combustible Storage 33-1 Release of Construction Permits 33-2 Temporary Fire Apparatus Access Roads and Hydrants 33-3 Fire Prevention and Site Safety During Construction 35-1 Hot Work 49-1 Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area 56-1 Model Rockets 56-2 Fireworks Displays 57-1 Hazardous Materials Tank Abandonment and Removal 63-1 Oxygen Use in Home Health Care and Residential Occupancies Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 46 of 50 APPENDIX A BOARD OF APPEALS A101.2 Membership. The membership of the board shall consist of five voting members having the qualifications established by this section. Members shall be nominated by the fire code official or the chief administrative officer of the District subject to confirmation in accordance with the policies of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Members shall serve without remuneration or compensation and shall be removed from office prior to the end of their appointed terms only for cause. The fire code official shall be an ex officio member of said board but shall have no vote on any matter before the board except for the removal of a board member in accordance with Section A101.3. Where there is a practical difficulty with impaneling a board with the members outlined herein the makeup of the board may be altered in accordance with a plan agreed to by the fire code official and the appellant. A101.3 Terms of office. Members shall be appointed to hear and rule on a specific appeal. The term of office shall be for the duration of the appeal process for a specific appeal. Upon completion of all required duties for said appeal, the board shall automatically be dissolved. A101.3.1 Initial appointments. Deleted A101.3.2 Vacancies. Vacancies shall be filled in accordance with Section A101.2 herein consistent with the procedures for establishing membership of the board. A101.3.3 Removal from office. Members shall be removed from the board prior to the end of the appeal process only for cause. Continued absence of any member from regular meetings of the board shall, at the discretion of a majority of the membership of the board, render any such member ineligible for continued service on the board. A101.7 Meetings. The board shall be established and convene its first meeting within 30 days after notice of appeal has been received. A101.8 Conflict of interest. Members with a material or financial interest in a matter under appeal shall not be eligible to serve on the board. Persons who are being considered for membership on a board are required to disclose any actual or potential conflicts to the fire code official or the chief administrative officer of the District. Appointees to the board who are found to have a material or financial interest in the matter before the board shall be immediately removed from the board for cause and shall be ineligible to serve on future boards. Al01.9 Decisions. The board shall render a decision within 10 calendar days and shall file the decision in writing with the office of the fire code official. The decision shall be open to public inspection and shall be a public record. A certified copy of the decision shall be sent to the appellant. A cop off the decision shall also be provided to the CalFire San Bernardino Unit where applicable. A101.10 Procedures. The board shall be operated in accordance with the California Code of Civil Procedure and may establish rules and regulations for its own procedure not inconsistent with the provisions of this code and applicable state law. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 47 of 50 APPENDIX N INDOOR TRADE SHOWS AND EXHIBITIONS SECTION N101 GENERAL N101.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105. APPENDIX 0 TEMPORAR Y HA UNTED HOUSES, GHOST WALKS AND SIMILAR AMUSEMENT USES SECTION 0101 GENERAL 0101.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105 for haunted houses, ghost walks, or similar amusement uses in accordance with Appendix 0101.2.1. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 48 of 50 SECTION 5. Violation Penalties It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, partnership, or corporation to violate any provision or to fail to comply with any of the requirements of this Ordinance or the Codes adopted hereby. In addition to any other penalties set forth in this Ordinance, any person, firm, partnership, or corporation violating any provision of this Ordinance or the Codes adopted hereby or failing to comply with any of its requirements shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be punished by a fine not exceeding One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00) or by imprisonment not exceeding six (6) months, or by both such fine and imprisonment. Each person, firm, partnership, or corporation shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or any portion thereof during which any violation of any provision of this Ordinance or the Codes adopted hereby is committed, continued, or permitted by such person, firm, partnership, or corporation, and shall be deemed punishable therefore as provided in this Ordinance. SECTION 6. Abatement of Nuisance The violation of any of the provisions of this Ordinance or the Codes adopted hereby shall constitute a nuisance and may be abated by the Board through civil process by means of restraining order, preliminary or permanent injunction, or in any other manner provided by law for the abatement of such nuisances. SECTION 7. Severability The Board hereby declares that should any provision, section, paragraph, sentence, or word of this Ordinance or the Code hereby adopted be rendered or declared invalid by any final court action in a court of competent jurisdiction, or by reason of any preemptive legislation, the remaining provisions, sections, paragraphs, sentences, and words of this Ordinance and the Codes hereby adopted shall remain in full force and effect. SECTION 8. Rights Reserved Nothing in this Ordinance or in the Fire Code hereby adopted shall be construed to affect any suit or proceeding pending in any court, or any rights acquired, or any liability incurred, or any cause or causes of action, or any existing agreement under any ordinance hereby repealed as cited in Section 1 of this Ordinance; nor shall any just or legal right or remedy of any character be lost, impaired, or affected by this Ordinance. SECTION 9. Publication The Secretary of the District shall certify to the adoption of this ordinance and shall cause the same or a summary thereof to be published and posted as required by law. SECTION 10. Date of Effect This Ordinance shall take effect at 12:01 a.m. on January 4, 2020. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 49 of 50 PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 41h day of December, 2019. ATTEST: AYES: Hutchison, Kennedy, Scott, Spagnolo NOES: None ABSENT: Michael ABSTAINED: None Ids, Secretary f 4nne B. Kenne6y, Vice Pd4sident I, Janice C. Reynolds, Secretary of the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was introduced for first reading by the Board of Directors of the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District at a regular meeting of said Board held on the 6th day of November, 2019, and was finally passed, approved, and adopted by the Board of Directors of the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District at a regular meeting of said Board held on the 4th day of December, 2019. Executed this 5th day of December, 2019 at Rancho Cucamonga, California. Ordinance No. FD 57 Page 50 of 50